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Forum: Winter Cycling
12-07-17, 12:06 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,269
Posted By ehdeeboi

I appreciate all the responses Hezz - very...

I appreciate all the responses

Hezz - very informative response. I think circulation to the thumb is probably my biggest issue since my other fingers are ok.

]2manybikes and Paddlefoot -...
Forum: Winter Cycling
12-06-17, 02:53 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,269
Posted By ehdeeboi

Gloves or tips on keeping my thumbs warm

I have an assortment of gloves from cycling specific to winter/ski gloves and most of the time, my hands are warm or at least not cold except for my thumbs. Is there gloves with more insulation for...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-19-17, 08:01 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,459
Posted By ehdeeboi

What kind of sorcery is this? It actually worked....

What kind of sorcery is this? It actually worked. Thanks maddog34.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-18-17, 06:06 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,459
Posted By ehdeeboi

I did this too thinking that what was preventing...

I did this too thinking that what was preventing it from going through. No luck. Will try again tomorrow. A bit frustrated at this point. I’ve replaced the cable on my road bike and that one was way...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-18-17, 04:26 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,459
Posted By ehdeeboi

Thanks dksix. I've put it both at the lowest and...

Thanks dksix. I've put it both at the lowest and highest settings and it seems to be hitting something that prevents it from going through. I've actually tried to fish it through the other end just...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-18-17, 03:45 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,459
Posted By ehdeeboi

Trying to replace shifter cable

I have a 9 year old Cannondale hybrid with a SRAM X-4 Trigger Shifter. Been having shifting issues so I wanted to change the cables. I was able to remove the cables without issues but I can't seem...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-05-17, 08:11 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 5,819
Posted By ehdeeboi

Thank you. This method fixed my issue. Everything...

Thank you. This method fixed my issue. Everything works now.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-05-17, 09:18 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 5,819
Posted By ehdeeboi

Garmin 1000 frozen after factory reset

I bought a used garmin 1000 last night and I did a factory reset since I was having trouble pairing the speed/cadence sensor. Now it's been over an hour and the unit is stuck. I see the garmin logo...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-21-17, 06:31 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,639
Posted By ehdeeboi

Thanks wphamiltom. It was fortunate that I was...

Thanks wphamiltom. It was fortunate that I was close to home when the spoke broke and my wife was able to pick me up. What if I couldn't get a ride home, could I have just tied the broken spoke to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-20-17, 02:45 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,639
Posted By ehdeeboi

Broken Spoke

During a ride today, one of the spokes in my rear tire broke. It broke near the nipple and I will take it to the LBS tomorrow. My question is how did it break? I didn't hit a pothole, it doesn't...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-29-17, 03:49 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,098
Posted By ehdeeboi

I went to another LBS and tried different locking...

I went to another LBS and tried different locking rings but couldn't find one that will not rub. The mechanic suggested to remove the shim which I did and my rubbing issues disappeared. He wasn't...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-28-17, 02:10 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,098
Posted By ehdeeboi

The old cassette is also sram. I bought the...

The old cassette is also sram. I bought the wheels used and it came with the shim which I used when I put on my old cassette
Forum: Road Cycling
07-28-17, 12:17 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,098
Posted By ehdeeboi

The shim was already there and my old 11-25...

The shim was already there and my old 11-25 cassette fits without issues.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-28-17, 10:32 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,098
Posted By ehdeeboi

Yup... It's 10. And I'm having a Homer moment...

Yup... It's 10. And I'm having a Homer moment (do'h!!!) that I have to ask. I'm such a noob
Forum: Road Cycling
07-28-17, 09:42 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,098
Posted By ehdeeboi

The box has 10 Speed clearly noted. It's possible...

The box has 10 Speed clearly noted. It's possible that the cassette is actually an 11 speed but how can I tell? The box also has PG1070
Forum: Road Cycling
07-28-17, 09:10 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,098
Posted By ehdeeboi

I think I figured out my issue. The locking ring...

I think I figured out my issue. The locking ring is concave and it appears to be hitting the frame when in lock in the QR. I went to two LBS but unfortunately they didn't have exactly what I needed....
Forum: Road Cycling
07-27-17, 06:01 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,098
Posted By ehdeeboi

I cannot pedal pedal backwards and cannot...

I cannot pedal pedal backwards and cannot physicially move the wheels forward by hand when the skewer is locked. When the skewer is loose, it behaves normally. I also put my 11-25 cassette on my old...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-27-17, 05:20 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,098
Posted By ehdeeboi

I have it set on the smallest cog in the back. I...

I have it set on the smallest cog in the back. I cannot pedal forward when I lock the skewers. It seems to be fine when the skewer is loose (not locked). The wheel spins freely, I just can't pedal...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-27-17, 04:35 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,098
Posted By ehdeeboi

Update

So I finally installed my new 11-28 cassette and it went smoothly.....

Until I put the wheel on the bike. It seems like something is getting snagged and I can't pedal forward when the skewers are...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-16-17, 03:12 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,098
Posted By ehdeeboi

Thanks everyone and a special kudos to rm-rf for...

Thanks everyone and a special kudos to rm-rf for the very detailed and informative response. I will go with 11-28 and post my experience here.
Went for a ride this morning with several rolling...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-10-17, 01:38 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,098
Posted By ehdeeboi

I tried and failed miserably using the calculator...

I tried and failed miserably using the calculator on the Sheldon Brown site and I am not good at math either. What would be the difference (percentage-wise) between 11-25 to 11-28
Forum: Road Cycling
07-10-17, 01:19 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,098
Posted By ehdeeboi

16% is the exception, most of my rides are below...

16% is the exception, most of my rides are below 8%. I can usually keep up with my riding buddies going uphill with my current set up but it looks like it maybe time for a cassette replacement so...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-10-17, 11:50 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,098
Posted By ehdeeboi

Very insightful, thank you. For the most part, I...

Very insightful, thank you. For the most part, I am ok with my current set up but during a 16% climb a few weeks ago, I was wishing for a lower gear. i bought the bike used and I am slowly replacing...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-10-17, 11:19 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,098
Posted By ehdeeboi

Will going from 11-25 to 11-28 make a huge...

Will going from 11-25 to 11-28 make a huge difference?
Forum: Road Cycling
07-10-17, 10:36 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,098
Posted By ehdeeboi

New cassette for climbing

I'm still a noob to cycling and need feedback from the group.

My set up is 170mm 50/34 front and sram pg-1070, 11-25 10 speed. I would like to maybe go up to 11-28 or 11-32 so I can have a higher...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-10-17, 10:08 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,427
Posted By ehdeeboi

Installation complete

Just wanted to close the loop on my original post. I finally installed the Pressfit 30 yesterday and after calling Wheels Mfg and Cannondale, I installed the BB dry (no grease nor loctite). It went...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-07-17, 02:50 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,427
Posted By ehdeeboi

I may have found the answer I'm looking for....

I may have found the answer I'm looking for. According to the WheelsMfg website:

PTFE (Teflon) for Carbon BB Shell
Grease for Steel and Aluminum

In addition, per the site.... do not use any...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-07-17, 11:40 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,427
Posted By ehdeeboi

I haven't considered this, I was going to press...

I haven't considered this, I was going to press both sides simultaneously. I will need to buy a large washer (at least larger than the bike's BB housing) so I can put on the opposite side of the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-07-17, 11:26 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,427
Posted By ehdeeboi

Ive already ordered the BB - Wheels Mfg Enduro...

Ive already ordered the BB - Wheels Mfg Enduro Angular contact.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-07-17, 11:24 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,427
Posted By ehdeeboi

I appreciate all the responses so far, you guys...

I appreciate all the responses so far, you guys are great. It looks like I may have left out a few details from my op.

The BB has an aluminum sleeves - Wheels Mfg Enduro Angular contact.
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-07-17, 06:41 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,427
Posted By ehdeeboi

Pressfit installation advice

Hello. I have a Cannondale Supersix Evo that I bought used and was doing routine maintenance and found that the bearing on the non drive side is less than smooth so I will be replacing it. I will...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-19-16, 01:09 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,138
Posted By ehdeeboi

http://www.bikeforums.net/road-cycling/952712-help...

http://www.bikeforums.net/road-cycling/952712-help-new-sram-bb30-i-crankset-install.html

Check out this thread, it looks like you have the same set up
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
10-19-16, 10:19 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,544
Posted By ehdeeboi

I really hope they also take a look at the...

I really hope they also take a look at the intersection right before you hit the River Road bridge. There's a lot of blind spot at that intersection. I am more concerned about it than the one where...
Forum: Mid-Atlantic
10-16-16, 07:17 PM
Replies: 8,134
Views: 842,622
Posted By ehdeeboi

Try Rockville Wootton Ride. They have a group...

Try Rockville Wootton Ride. They have a group ride every Saturday mostly around Rockville-Poolesville-Clarksburg. I've ridden with them a few times and I've enjoyed every ride so far. They normally...
Forum: Mid-Atlantic
10-06-16, 06:20 AM
Replies: 8,134
Views: 842,622
Posted By ehdeeboi

Thanks noracer. Yeah it appears to be that way....

Thanks noracer. Yeah it appears to be that way. Most of the cycling events around here are on FB or meetup. I still find forums like these very beneficial though and normally visit at least once a...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-06-16, 04:44 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 37,470
Posted By ehdeeboi

Just wanted to give kudos to those who...

Just wanted to give kudos to those who participated on this thread, I was able to remove and put together my crank without issues. I was chasing this annoying tick that went away after I lubed...
Forum: Mid-Atlantic
10-06-16, 03:20 AM
Replies: 8,134
Views: 842,622
Posted By ehdeeboi

Newbie Rider from Gaithersburg, MD. Normal...

Newbie Rider from Gaithersburg, MD. Normal routes are Bethesda to National Harbor via CCT & Mt Vernon Trail and Beach Dr from Kensington to National Zoo. I started doing some local group rides on...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-29-16, 06:53 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 37,470
Posted By ehdeeboi

I have the same set up so I'm subscribing to this...

I have the same set up so I'm subscribing to this thread. I have a feeling the info here would be beneficial when I put everything back together after I service my crank/bb set.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-22-16, 01:48 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 9,068
Posted By ehdeeboi

Thanks a lot for this info. I'm also interested...

Thanks a lot for this info. I'm also interested in buying the Apple Watch. I have a basic cyclometer at the moment and don't really want to buy a Garmin or the like, so an Apple Watch maybe in my...
Forum: Introductions
09-13-16, 07:22 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 826
Posted By ehdeeboi

The Rockville location does Saturday rides for...

The Rockville location does Saturday rides for both newbies and more experienced riders, check them out. We have a bunch of trails in the DMV area that you should be able to find the right one for...
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