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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-24-15, 02:00 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 536
Posted By Chacam

Yes, the fine wires are belonging to the housing...

Yes, the fine wires are belonging to the housing that the cable runs through. The housing has some light bending as well as if it was bent and someone tried to straighten it but wasn't successful in...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-24-15, 11:34 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 536
Posted By Chacam

Front DR Cable Adjustment

I normally ride all of the time on the center ring as it fits the roads here. A few days ago, I tried to put in on the outside ring (high gear) and it wouldn't go. I have Tiagra shifters and I just...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-18-15, 06:57 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,583
Posted By Chacam

When I was a kid, back in the 50's, we rode where...

When I was a kid, back in the 50's, we rode where we wanted with no hesitation and never looked half the time. In and out of traffic, either side of the street, sidewalks, etc. No place was off...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-02-15, 06:52 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,189
Posted By Chacam

Does it really make a difference what that...

Does it really make a difference what that measurement is as long as I can adjust the saddle to get proper leg extension? Thanks
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-02-15, 05:54 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,189
Posted By Chacam

Frame Size Question

I have a 2007 Jamis Aurora and beneath the seat on the frame there is a sticker that says "50 size" I assume that is referring to part of the frame (centimeters?)? Is that size considered small...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-01-15, 06:26 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 505
Posted By Chacam

Counting Cadence

My computer doesn't have a cadence feature and I can't seem to maintain a steady pace. I thought about a metronome app on my phone with an earbud to help. Anyone using thus technique? Thanks.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-26-15, 02:22 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,886
Posted By Chacam

Helmet vs bar end mirror

Which do you prefer and why? I haven't gotten one yet and am wondering which is best. Thanks
Forum: Training & Nutrition
06-20-15, 07:40 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 991
Posted By Chacam

Map My Ride vs Cateye Calories?

Cateye says I burned 191 calories on this morning's ride and Map My Ride says nearly 600. Are they tracking and showing the same thing? Confused.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-19-15, 05:11 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,413
Posted By Chacam

Thanks, I just found out today at my LBS. The...

Thanks, I just found out today at my LBS. The guy showed me the bike blue book and there it was in 2007. Just had a checkup and inspection done as it hasn't been ridden in a long time until...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-06-15, 10:52 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,315
Posted By Chacam

I had the same ticking noise (i think) and found...

I had the same ticking noise (i think) and found that when I was in lower gears, the chain was hitting on the front derailleur cage. I adjusted the cable and all is well.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-05-15, 03:05 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,413
Posted By Chacam

Is there a way to tell the year of manufacture...

Is there a way to tell the year of manufacture from the serial number? Tnx
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-05-15, 12:22 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,413
Posted By Chacam

Nearly New Jamis

I am a new rider, meaning just for the past few months or so. I have been riding a bike from an empty rental house across the street and even though it was a piece of crap, it whet my appetite. I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-02-15, 12:05 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 633
Posted By Chacam

Don't know what I have. It is a 21 speed...

Don't know what I have. It is a 21 speed Diamondback Override. When I pedal, all those gears in back turn but the bike doesn't move. Makes me think the pawls aren't engaging. Just happens...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-02-15, 09:54 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 633
Posted By Chacam

Freewheeling pedals

Borrowed a bike from a rental house next door to see if it is something I really want to peruse. Sometimes, the pedals freewheel before ther catch. Do the pawls stick and sometimes cause this? Do...
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