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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-28-23, 09:07 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 4,264
Posted By MrFriendly

Read my post, I never described the steering as...

Read my post, I never described the steering as twitchy.
Also, I don't understand where you're getting "then you list a bunch of mods you had installed before you ever took delivery" from. I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-28-23, 06:04 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 4,264
Posted By MrFriendly

I just got the bike back from Trek, and it cost...

I just got the bike back from Trek, and it cost me $90:

The front disk brake still rubs, which is annoying. The mechanic told me that rotors today are "soft" and things like this can happen. He...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-27-23, 11:28 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 4,264
Posted By MrFriendly

My Moots is technically a custom Routt RSL (off...

My Moots is technically a custom Routt RSL (off the shelf 52 with a custom 140mm head tube); they told me they can offer a custom head tube size at no extra cost. A fully custom Moots costs an extra...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-27-23, 10:45 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 4,264
Posted By MrFriendly

Today I managed to ride my Moots with no hands at...

Today I managed to ride my Moots with no hands at low speeds (probably in the 5mph range), but only for a short while. It's certainly doable, specially as I gain more experience with the bike.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-27-23, 10:41 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 4,264
Posted By MrFriendly

It's hard to say, I guess because the trail...

It's hard to say, I guess because the trail length on my Faran is closer to neutral, and I don't think I've ever gone above 30mph. One thing I've started to notice between the two bikes is that,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-27-23, 10:34 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 4,264
Posted By MrFriendly

So, I've had the bike back for two days, and I...

So, I've had the bike back for two days, and I thought they had fixed the issues, but I was wrong. I noticed that the front brake was still slightly rubbing, so I took it apart and noticed that one...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-26-23, 10:55 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 4,264
Posted By MrFriendly

Sorry, I meant Fork Offset (or Rake).

Sorry, I meant Fork Offset (or Rake).
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-26-23, 10:50 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 4,264
Posted By MrFriendly

Thanks for the link. Now that read that article,...

Thanks for the link. Now that read that article, "dive into the turn" is a more accurate description of what i'm experiencing on my new Moots.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-24-23, 11:32 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 4,264
Posted By MrFriendly

My Faran, on the other hand, has a Head Angle of...

My Faran, on the other hand, has a Head Angle of 72 degrees, Fork Offset of 60, and the trail is about 48mm. So less trail than the Moots, so in theory it's supposed to be less stable than the Moots,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-24-23, 11:20 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 4,264
Posted By MrFriendly

The Head Angle on my Moots is 71 degrees, the...

The Head Angle on my Moots is 71 degrees, the Fork Offset is 47mm, and I think the trail is 74mm.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-24-23, 10:14 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 4,264
Posted By MrFriendly

I just got back from the local bike shop that...

I just got back from the local bike shop that built my Moots. They fixed all the issues I mentioned, and they told me the fork is good. The steering now feels a bit less "loose", but the "pull"...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-24-23, 09:56 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 4,264
Posted By MrFriendly

FWIW, I weigh 115LB (52kg) and exactly 5'8"...

FWIW, I weigh 115LB (52kg) and exactly 5'8" (173cm) tall.
I'm not sure if 50pis vs 40psi is going to make noticeable difference, but I guess I could try.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-24-23, 09:52 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 4,264
Posted By MrFriendly

Thanks for the tip. I actually have the...

Thanks for the tip. I actually have the Panaracer Gravel King SK on my Faran, and I like it. I'll probably try the SS next.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-24-23, 09:42 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 4,264
Posted By MrFriendly

It was over $13K+ before tax, to be exact. I...

It was over $13K+ before tax, to be exact.
I call myself a newbie because the first bicycle I bought for the first time in over twenty years was during the first year of the pandemic. The memories...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-24-23, 10:38 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 4,264
Posted By MrFriendly

Yes, probably. I just rode both bikes, back to...

Yes, probably.
I just rode both bikes, back to back, at low speeds. In both cases, I had barely any weight on the handlebars; just enough to touch and move it.
With the Faran, when I turn the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-24-23, 09:48 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 4,264
Posted By MrFriendly

Yes, as far as I can tell. It's a DT Swiss quick...

Yes, as far as I can tell. It's a DT Swiss quick release.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-24-23, 09:46 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 4,264
Posted By MrFriendly

Oh crap, Max 75psi is for Tubed, and for Tubeless...

Oh crap, Max 75psi is for Tubed, and for Tubeless the max psi is 60. I have tubeless, so I brought it down to about 50pis, thanks! The tires are Panaracer GravelKing Slick 700 x 38.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-24-23, 12:50 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 4,264
Posted By MrFriendly

It can't be a fit issue, because they performed a...

It can't be a fit issue, because they performed a comprehensive bike fitting on me using Retul's 3D motion capture system before the bike was built.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-24-23, 12:36 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 4,264
Posted By MrFriendly

Yes probably, but then why does it not happen...

Yes probably, but then why does it not happen with my other gravel bike (i.e., the Faran)? The angles of the fork and all are very similar between the two bikes, so I'm trying to understands what's...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-24-23, 12:30 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 4,264
Posted By MrFriendly

I wasn't insulted, not one bit. And yes, I'm a...

I wasn't insulted, not one bit. And yes, I'm a complete newbie; i did my very first rear derailleur adjustment today, and I rather not have to do it again :).
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-23-23, 10:16 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 4,264
Posted By MrFriendly

I did consider the Routt 45, but I wanted a...

I did consider the Routt 45, but I wanted a gravel bike that was "quicker" and little more suitable for the road, and I think that's the RSL. I do have another gravel bike, Fairlight Faran with 50mm...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-23-23, 09:49 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 4,264
Posted By MrFriendly

Here is a photo of the fork: ...

Here is a photo of the fork:
https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/moots_41bc40325e07ff81471266ac369e3f231f6c5f80.jpg
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-23-23, 09:48 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 4,264
Posted By MrFriendly

As far as I can tell, the fork looks right. I'll...

As far as I can tell, the fork looks right. I'll post a photo once I can.

I've only had it for couple days, but I've already found several issues with it.

The front brake was making noise,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-23-23, 08:50 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 4,264
Posted By MrFriendly

My new bicycle pulls to left and right

Hello,

I'm a complete newbie, with only one other gravel bike as a frame of reference, so I don't even know how to accurately describe what I'm experiencing with my new gravel bike (Moots Routt...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-24-22, 09:28 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 2,960
Posted By MrFriendly

Just an update: after asking them a second time,...

Just an update: after asking them a second time, Tout Terrain says they will be able to cancel my order.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-20-22, 01:09 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 2,960
Posted By MrFriendly

The person who caused the accident by running a...

The person who caused the accident by running a red light did not have insurance. Get this, they actually hired a lawyer to sue me, but luckily I had a dash cam, and they backed off once they saw the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-19-22, 11:10 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 2,960
Posted By MrFriendly

I didn't say European bikes are PITA to service....

I didn't say European bikes are PITA to service. I said servicing a European bike for me in the U.S. is going to be a PITA, and that's from my own personal experience and my own thinking. I could be...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-19-22, 03:36 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 2,960
Posted By MrFriendly

The main reason why I'm trying to cancel the...

The main reason why I'm trying to cancel the order is because, as I've learned the hard way, servicing European bikes is going to be a PITA for me in the U.S. I simply don't want to deal with the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-19-22, 09:54 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 2,960
Posted By MrFriendly

The reason I posted this in a cycling forum is...

The reason I posted this in a cycling forum is because it seemed unique to the cycling world. I can spec out a $70K SUV, put down a deposit to get on a waiting list for six months, and then cancel...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-18-22, 03:17 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 2,960
Posted By MrFriendly

I picked a size Medium SILKROAD XPLORE II 275 and...

I picked a size Medium SILKROAD XPLORE II 275 and I used their online tool to configure it. So I guess not a custom frame, but a custom bike?...sorry i'm new to cycling, and i'm not sure how these...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-18-22, 02:26 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 2,960
Posted By MrFriendly

Yes, five months. My credit card was charged in...

Yes, five months. My credit card was charged in July, and the estimated delivery is March 2023.

Most others allow cancellation before shipment with no questions asked, others might charge a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-18-22, 01:19 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 2,960
Posted By MrFriendly

How to cancel a bike order from Germany?

Hello,

I live in the U.S., and in early July I placed an order for a Tout Terrain Silkroad expedition bike. This week I tried to cancel the order, but I was told that orders can't be canceled. ...
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