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08-03-14, 04:03 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 5,566
Posted By TreeUnit

Click/Pop on Pedal Downstroke

I am experiencing loud, jarring click (sometimes a double click) once per pedal downstroke. It occurs on both the left and right pedal strokes in the 2 0'clock position. It is louder on higher gears...
06-19-12, 04:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,143
Posted By TreeUnit

I was wondering if the chain might have been...

I was wondering if the chain might have been special like this. I have never heard of this chain variety. I think that is the problem. Thank you.
06-19-12, 04:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,143
Posted By TreeUnit

I do not have a master link, so I am connecting...

I do not have a master link, so I am connecting the chain links directly with a chain tool. The derailleur ripping might have been from having too much chain slack, but I cannot figure out the cause...
06-19-12, 03:41 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,143
Posted By TreeUnit

Shimano 105 Chain keeps breaking

I recently installed a Shimano 105 5600 9spd Groupset on my BikesDirect carbon frame.

Shortly after installation, the chain broke off. It did this several times, in fact.
I got the chain on...
06-13-10, 03:49 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,961
Posted By TreeUnit

How do you stop when you're brakeless and have platform pedals.

I have seen many bikes with this setup. How is it possible to stop if one's feet are unattached to the pedal?

(In case there is any confusion, "Platform" pedals refer to pedals which have...
12-22-09, 05:13 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,371
Posted By TreeUnit

Keep in mind, I just disassembled this wheel...

Keep in mind, I just disassembled this wheel without difficulty, so I am not sure seizing would explain the smashing. Tension is a possibility, but I have never destroyed so many nipples building a...
12-22-09, 05:04 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,371
Posted By TreeUnit

Can't stop stipping nipples

I am currently rebuilding a wheel, having just painted it.
As the title states, I cannot stop smashing nipples in my spoke wrench. I have a park tool Triple Spoke Wrench, and I ensure before...
12-15-08, 08:17 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,095
Posted By TreeUnit

Moonwalking Bear [I promise this is bike safety relevant]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ahg6qcgoay4
11-27-08, 01:57 AM
Replies: 174
Views: 5,333
Posted By TreeUnit

Should we bailout GM?

On the one hand, it could lead the US into a devastating depression.

Of course, it doesn't really make sense to keep alive a company that makes a crappy, inefficient product.
11-14-08, 01:22 AM
Replies: 4,176
Views: 1,961,663
Posted By TreeUnit

If this is the bike porn thread, then this is a...

If this is the bike porn thread, then this is a bike brothel:
http://vanillabicycles.com/frames/

http://vanillabicycles.com/frames/track/2/lrg/7.jpg
...
Forum: Commuting
11-14-08, 12:58 AM
Replies: 357
Views: 28,987
Posted By TreeUnit

I'm sure everyone has heard someone yell "Lance...

I'm sure everyone has heard someone yell "Lance Armstrong". Someone once yelled at me: "Schwinn Armstrong!"
09-10-08, 11:59 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 453
Posted By TreeUnit

The will work, but the selection of tires for 27...

The will work, but the selection of tires for 27 inch wheels is considerably smaller than that for 700c wheels. For that reason, I would suggest Getting some 700's.
09-10-08, 11:57 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 773
Posted By TreeUnit

Switching cranksets should cause no problem. I...

Switching cranksets should cause no problem. I couldn't say if it will alleviate your knee pain.
09-01-08, 11:55 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,061
Posted By TreeUnit

As near as I can tell, the cog and lockrign are...

As near as I can tell, the cog and lockrign are held solidly in place because they push off of each other. This outward pushing in turn pushes their threads against the threads of the hub very, very...
09-01-08, 10:58 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,061
Posted By TreeUnit

That's exactly what I described. I have...

That's exactly what I described. I have encountered no difficulties with skidding and stopping so far.
09-01-08, 10:25 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,061
Posted By TreeUnit

BB Lockring as Fixed Gear Lockring

Several weeks ago, a visitor to the local bike co-op described to me a sort of suicide hub he was riding on. The hub consisted of a standard screw-on freewheel hub with a track cog screwed onto it,...
Forum: Commuting
08-11-08, 10:56 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,520
Posted By TreeUnit

I have 02 rain pants, a Salsa Cycles Jacket. ...

I have 02 rain pants, a Salsa Cycles Jacket. They work pretty well.
There are many threads on this subject. Search the forums.
08-06-08, 03:22 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 681
Posted By TreeUnit

Track Cyclsists Protest in Beijing

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/othersports/olympics/2510204/Beijing-Olympics-American-cyclists-apologise-for-smog-masks.html
Forum: Great Lakes
08-03-08, 05:46 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 10,618
Posted By TreeUnit

I recently made this journey. I started by...

I recently made this journey. I started by heading out Rt. 40 (Broad St.) towards West Jefferson. In WJ, I turned South (left) onto Rt. 142. Rt. 142 took me to London, where I picked up the trail....
07-29-08, 11:16 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 830
Posted By TreeUnit

I did a 96 mile ride fixed once. There was...

I did a 96 mile ride fixed once. There was virtually no elevation change. Having major elevation change is a double whammy for riding fixed because you must not only climb hills on a gear to high,...
Forum: Commuting
07-29-08, 12:17 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,783
Posted By TreeUnit

You could employ a Headlands Fender. No eyelets...

You could employ a Headlands Fender. No eyelets required
http://images.amazon.com/images/P/B000FJQ6YK.01-A3NN9THRUBU1AW._SCLZZZZZZZ_.gif

If you want the mounting eyelets to hold a pannier rack,...
07-29-08, 12:03 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 454
Posted By TreeUnit

Fixed Gear Bike featured in eTrade Commercial

though not prominently.

http://youtube.com/watch?v=1Z-gVzE0ggs&feature=related
07-11-08, 10:38 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,134
Posted By TreeUnit

More of Patrick McHenry: ...

More of Patrick McHenry:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jcdai100SOM
07-10-08, 02:46 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,749
Posted By TreeUnit

That's both the most horrifying and most...

That's both the most horrifying and most hilarious thing I have read in a long time.

When driving, I often see cyclists do stupid things I would never do myself. I refrain from yelling/honking ...
07-09-08, 02:54 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,662
Posted By TreeUnit

I am happy to report that the trip was...

I am happy to report that the trip was successful.

The tightness of the bungees was not an issue. I put them on relatively tightly, and they did not slip or come undone, even after crossing a...
07-06-08, 04:30 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,662
Posted By TreeUnit

I considered this idea, but... Front OLN =...

I considered this idea, but...
Front OLN = 100mm. Rear OLN= 120mm.
I even considered removing the rear wheel of the trailing bike and leaving on it's front wheel, and hooking the dropouts of the...
07-05-08, 09:16 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,662
Posted By TreeUnit

Transporting a Bike on a Bike.....130 Miles

I recently put together a bike for a friend of mine. I live in Columbus, He lives in Cincinnati. For my own amusement, and because oil companies are doing well enough by themselves, I have decided...
06-28-08, 11:50 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 899
Posted By TreeUnit

You should be okay. If your rear hub has a...

You should be okay. If your rear hub has a spacing of 120, then the seat and chain stays will flex in slightly when you tighten on your hub on. You probably won't need spacers.

Adjust your...
06-28-08, 09:20 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 10,024
Posted By TreeUnit

Go for a bigger chainring. You won't be spinning...

Go for a bigger chainring. You won't be spinning as fast, so you might be able to remain in control. If you really, really must avoid using a brake, do a skid every 5 strokes like this guy...
06-22-08, 03:56 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,926
Posted By TreeUnit

My first fixie was a converted Raleigh Technium. ...

My first fixie was a converted Raleigh Technium. It worked out fine for me.
06-16-08, 07:26 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 20,117
Posted By TreeUnit

actually, I find that it is much easier to climb...

actually, I find that it is much easier to climb hills on a fixie. A fixie forces you to continue pedaling, which forces you to maintain momentum. Even a momentary loss of momentum can cause you to...
06-04-08, 02:14 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,042
Posted By TreeUnit

I used to have my fixie set up like this. The...

I used to have my fixie set up like this. The only problem exists with the pedals, which have to go on the wrong sides if the cranks switch sides. The pedals do have the tendency to work themselves...
06-02-08, 08:08 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,693
Posted By TreeUnit

thanks for the info

thanks for the info
06-01-08, 09:17 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,693
Posted By TreeUnit

thanks^ Considering how small of a component it...

thanks^ Considering how small of a component it is already, weight is not too much of an issue for me
06-01-08, 09:02 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,693
Posted By TreeUnit

$120 Headset vs. $20 Headset

I've never purchased or installed a threadless headset, and am perplexed by the wide range of prices on a seemingly simple component

Will this headset ...
05-24-08, 11:53 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 888
Posted By TreeUnit

Go with red Pretty lugs, and it has multi-piece...

Go with red
Pretty lugs, and it has multi-piece cranks which you can switch out if you so desire
05-24-08, 11:19 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 617
Posted By TreeUnit

With a horizontal dropout, you probably have...

With a horizontal dropout, you probably have enough adjustability to make your chain as tight as you need it. If you don't quite have enough, a half link would most likely solve your problem.
05-24-08, 11:18 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 617
Posted By TreeUnit

Unless you want to ride fixed, a chain tensioner...

Unless you want to ride fixed, a chain tensioner really isn't that bad to have. I wouldn't reccomend riding fixed with a quickrelease though. (If you backpedaled quickly, you could rip your rear...
05-23-08, 09:04 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,011
Posted By TreeUnit

London Guys make fun of arrospoks

http://www.londonfgss.com/thread2530.html
05-23-08, 02:29 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,272
Posted By TreeUnit

Any car-free Vegans or Vegetarains?

Anyone here powered solely by plant products? What's it like? Does a lack of meat make biking harder?
04-11-08, 09:50 PM
Replies: 1,873
Views: 142,499
Posted By TreeUnit

Sorry if this is a repost. ...

Sorry if this is a repost.
http://youtube.com/watch?v=Oss_LRQVTG8

Back in the Early 90's, where everyone had mountain bikes with aero spokes
03-20-08, 04:33 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 566
Posted By TreeUnit

I've turned it upside down. The noise...

I've turned it upside down. The noise corresponds with the chain jumping, as if it is about to shift. The cassette has never been used, so I doubt it is a bent tooth. I will investigate though.
03-20-08, 04:17 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 566
Posted By TreeUnit

Rear derailleur noise

I'm putting together a road bike with a Shimano 105 rear derailleur. The limit screws and shifter cable are aligned as they should be. However, when I am pedaling in the lowest gear, an extemely...
02-14-08, 11:37 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,240
Posted By TreeUnit

Soma Vegan Straps don't last

I bought a set of Soma Vegans About a month ago. The first one broke in within a week. I replaced that strap with a generic one from LBS. Today the other one broke while I was climbing a hill. ...
01-26-08, 08:58 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 5,185
Posted By TreeUnit

Check MC Rush Hour on the Myface too. "Aint...

Check MC Rush Hour on the Myface too. "Aint gonna catch me ridin' fixie.."

oh, and as far a bicycle-related rappers go:

MC Rush Hour > Trunk Boiz > SunnyD
01-12-08, 07:08 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 957
Posted By TreeUnit

It looks like you have a screw-on cap on your...

It looks like you have a screw-on cap on your drive side crank, and a pry-off cap on your non-drive side. Unscrew the drive side cap with an allen wrench, pry off the non-drive side with a...
Forum: Commuting
01-12-08, 06:21 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,712
Posted By TreeUnit

Cycle commuting addictive? Uh-oh. Pretty soon...

Cycle commuting addictive? Uh-oh. Pretty soon we'll see public service ads telling kids not to try biking just cause it looks cool
01-04-08, 02:45 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,024
Posted By TreeUnit

Strip down with aricraft stripper. Sand lightly....

Strip down with aricraft stripper. Sand lightly. (use a sandblaster if available). Use automotive spraypaint and give it a couple of layers of clearcoat.
No point in painting the rims unless you...
01-03-08, 02:40 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 566
Posted By TreeUnit

Does this count as Car-Free?

http://youtube.com/watch?v=XngMScBBymE
01-03-08, 12:24 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,762
Posted By TreeUnit

http://uc.facebook.com/photo.php?pid=569048&id=563...

http://uc.facebook.com/photo.php?pid=569048&id=563041527&l=70e9f

Old school Schwinn levers w/ suicide levers. Cheap, ugly, and effective
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