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Forum: Road Cycling
08-11-07, 04:26 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,846
Posted By pivoxa15

I don't believe the large damage that will be...

I don't believe the large damage that will be done with loose spokes. HOw can it fail? Can you describe it in detail? It might get out of shape and so not roll very well. Hence the balance isn't good...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-10-07, 07:56 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,846
Posted By pivoxa15

What is the difference between truing a wheel and...

What is the difference between truing a wheel and retensioning?

You people are suggesting I buy a wheel that will cost more then the bike?

THere are really expensive wheels with only 24 spokes....
Forum: Road Cycling
08-10-07, 05:41 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,846
Posted By pivoxa15

I do have an entry level road bike How about...

I do have an entry level road bike

How about this wheel?
Mavic Aksium
WEIGHT
Front 920 g, rear 1060 g
RIMS
Material: 6106 Aluminum
Color: silver anodised
Height: 21 mm
Forum: Road Cycling
08-09-07, 11:25 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,846
Posted By pivoxa15

Can you describe it in more detail?

Can you describe it in more detail?
Forum: Road Cycling
08-09-07, 08:44 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,846
Posted By pivoxa15

But what are the consequences of riding on a...

But what are the consequences of riding on a wheel that is now properly tensioned?
Should I wait until a spoke snaps?

Right now I can touch the wheel and the spokes feels loose.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-08-07, 02:14 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,846
Posted By pivoxa15

Wheels need truing?

I have an entry level road bike that needs turing every week because they said of my weight plus a heavy backpack that I carry totalling 100kg.

Should I buy a new wheel that is stronger or...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-08-07, 02:10 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 575
Posted By pivoxa15

Basket or bag on road bike?

Is it possible to install a basket or bag/rack on a road bike?

If you have a water proof backpack already then I suppose its much better to have a basket installed?
08-05-07, 01:22 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,368
Posted By pivoxa15

Can someone give me instructions to how to clean...

Can someone give me instructions to how to clean my road bike? Would pouring water over it damage the areas connected with the brakes?
08-02-07, 11:51 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,368
Posted By pivoxa15

Is that because the force of the water will do...

Is that because the force of the water will do damage to the brakes, gears and other sensitive parts of the bike.
08-02-07, 03:46 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,368
Posted By pivoxa15

Cleaning a bike?

How do you clean your bike?

My crank and hub are sqeaking when I pedal. How do you get rid of the noise?

How often should I apply lubricants onto the chain and gear wheels?
Forum: Commuting
07-31-07, 06:10 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 723
Posted By pivoxa15

Commuting?

Are road bikes not recommanded for use in commuting? If so is it because break down very easily?
07-27-07, 03:40 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 586
Posted By pivoxa15

What does a CO2 gun do?

What does a CO2 gun do?
Forum: Road Cycling
07-27-07, 03:38 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 340
Posted By pivoxa15

Buckled wheel?

How easy does road bike wheels buckle?

My wheels got caught and it buckled very easily.
07-27-07, 12:09 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 586
Posted By pivoxa15

puncture and its consequences

What happens if you have a puncture but is not in a position to repair it?

Riding on the bike is bad because it will damage the wheel or rim. What about dragging it? i.e pushing it while walking...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-26-07, 03:38 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 513
Posted By pivoxa15

Needs a pump?

Are there outward, physical signs to tell whether a pump is needed in the tires in a road bike?

i.e. Should the back wire sag a bit since a lot of weight is put on it? Or if it sags then its an...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-25-07, 04:14 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 550
Posted By pivoxa15

If using some of the methods as you people...

If using some of the methods as you people describe, it would still be possible to shift the seat post after setting it in? i.e Just unwind the seat tube with an alan key and things will become...
07-25-07, 03:33 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 27,219
Posted By pivoxa15

Walking in cycling shoes?

What are the differences (if any) between mountain bike and road bike shoes

Is it okay to walk in road cycling shoes? How much damage is there in doing that?

How long do they last?
Forum: Road Cycling
07-25-07, 03:24 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 550
Posted By pivoxa15

The sliding of the seat post is the biggest fear...

The sliding of the seat post is the biggest fear I have with any bike. I wonder how top end bikes deal with this problem. How does the pros deal with it?

It seems increasing friction is the the...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-24-07, 05:43 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 550
Posted By pivoxa15

I am also very heavy. 90kg. The only advice...

I am also very heavy. 90kg.

The only advice here seems to be put some grease in the tube and seat post. There is already some grease there.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-23-07, 03:48 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 550
Posted By pivoxa15

Seat tube slipping down?

I have a new entry level road bike. Do you find that the seat tube falls down after a while even after tightening it with an alan key?
07-23-07, 03:44 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,539
Posted By pivoxa15

What is bike inseam length? I thought the inseam...

What is bike inseam length? I thought the inseam length was the distance between the crouch to the floor when bear footed.
07-21-07, 04:12 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 12,317
Posted By pivoxa15

squating makes it crack as well. It happens when...

squating makes it crack as well. It happens when I flex the knees. Its cracking more often after starting to cycle after a year break.
07-21-07, 01:47 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,539
Posted By pivoxa15

I just did that and it feels great now.

I just did that and it feels great now.
07-21-07, 01:45 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 12,317
Posted By pivoxa15

Knee cracking?

When I extend my leg, my knee sometimes cracks and especially so after riding or jogging. Why? Is it a problem I can correct? Is my technique problematic?
07-20-07, 04:28 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,539
Posted By pivoxa15

Is the optimal position like the y=1/x graph....

Is the optimal position like the y=1/x graph. Where x=0 denotes leg perfectly straight. The closer x is 0, the better but never x=0 in order for y to be defined. So never the leg perfectly straight...
07-20-07, 03:47 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,539
Posted By pivoxa15

Your legs don't seem to be fully extended.

Your legs don't seem to be fully extended.
07-20-07, 01:56 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,539
Posted By pivoxa15

How to determine correct saddle height?

How do you do that? I prefer a numerical value if there is one.
07-19-07, 12:29 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 539
Posted By pivoxa15

If I park indoors, the reason would be because of...

If I park indoors, the reason would be because of less 'damage' such as accumulation of dust and dirt and what have you done to the bike.
07-18-07, 05:37 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 539
Posted By pivoxa15

What should I do?

There are two places where I can park my bike which is a new entry level road bike. I have 2 D locks.

1. Indoor but my locks are short so I can lock the front wheel with the frame. And the back...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-16-07, 05:59 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 419
Posted By pivoxa15

But they would have to change the gears below...

But they would have to change the gears below instead of shifters at the handle bar. That is a big plus for new models. Are they less reliable?
Forum: Road Cycling
07-16-07, 01:33 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 419
Posted By pivoxa15

Cmparison of road bikes

Is it possible to compare the superiority between a new 1990 top of the range road bike with the lowest range 2007 road bike? If so which would be more superior?
Forum: Road Cycling
07-16-07, 01:31 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 427
Posted By pivoxa15

Chain dropping off the front chain wheel?

When switching from the larger wheel to the smaller wheel at the front (only two choices on my bike), the chain instead of dropping to the smaller wheel actually goes all the way in. It dosen't...
07-15-07, 07:14 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,034
Posted By pivoxa15

Average weight of D locks?

What is the average weight of a regular Tioga D lock?
Forum: Road Cycling
07-14-07, 05:48 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 401
Posted By pivoxa15

That's not the problem. The brakes are a little...

That's not the problem. The brakes are a little close to the rim and the gap isn't clearly seen so there might be a very slight touch between the brakes and the rim. I just like to open the gap a bit...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-14-07, 03:54 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 521
Posted By pivoxa15

This is my bike. ...

This is my bike.

http://www.riders.com.au/product_info.php?cPath=2_15&products_id=2509&osCsid=cfcd6c353bf8f21a984d5ce76c1d79f7
Forum: Road Cycling
07-14-07, 03:41 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 401
Posted By pivoxa15

I have tried before and it turned into a mess...

I have tried before and it turned into a mess with me adjusting too much. i.e. turning too much. From previous experience I think it was clockwise to open more. Correct? I assume it is the same for...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-14-07, 03:07 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 401
Posted By pivoxa15

Adjusting the brakes?

For road bikes if I want to loosen the brakes. In other words increase the distance between the pads and the rim, do I turn the brake cable clockwise or anticlockwise when looking down?
Forum: Road Cycling
07-14-07, 03:03 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 521
Posted By pivoxa15

Why loose spoke tension?

My rear wheel's overall tension droped and needed retruing after 3 weeks of riding. The mechanic claimed that it was because I was too heavy. Is it true that 100kg-110kg weight on a low range new...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-13-07, 03:50 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 657
Posted By pivoxa15

How much damage has done to the wheel already? ...

How much damage has done to the wheel already?

I had reflectors installed and the one on the front wheel broke very quickly while the wheel was spinning. Could the loose spoke be a consequence of...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-12-07, 10:29 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 657
Posted By pivoxa15

What does ftw stand for?

What does ftw stand for?
Forum: Road Cycling
07-12-07, 09:47 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 657
Posted By pivoxa15

Good to get all your advice. I already went for a...

Good to get all your advice. I already went for a 2 hour ride yesterday not realising about the loose spoke. Definitely going to get it fixed ASAP. The front wheel did seem a bit wobbly. Do you think...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-12-07, 05:46 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 657
Posted By pivoxa15

Is it possible to do it myself? How did it happen?

Is it possible to do it myself? How did it happen?
Forum: Road Cycling
07-12-07, 05:40 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,112
Posted By pivoxa15

what do you mean by lube it up? Lube what up?

what do you mean by lube it up? Lube what up?
Forum: Road Cycling
07-12-07, 06:15 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 657
Posted By pivoxa15

Loose spoke

I have a road bike and one of my spokes is loose. Should I tighten it and it seems I need a tool as hand alone dosen't provide enough power. How did it become loose?
Forum: Road Cycling
07-12-07, 06:12 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 408
Posted By pivoxa15

2 questions about 'soft' damage of to road bikes

1. How bad is it to leave a road bike outside in terms of damage to it due to weather and other natural causes? I am assuming leaving it under a roof but with no walls so still in the open.


2....
Forum: Road Cycling
07-12-07, 05:47 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,474
Posted By pivoxa15

I have a pump like this one ...

I have a pump like this one
http://www.performancebike.com/shop/...tegory_ID=4360
So I guess I do have a floor one. I am not good with these things. Should I do a course on bicycle mechanics? How...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-12-07, 04:19 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,112
Posted By pivoxa15

What is the biggest reason?

What is the biggest reason?
Forum: Road Cycling
07-12-07, 03:43 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,112
Posted By pivoxa15

Cycling shorts or pants?

How much better is it to wear cycling gear compared to normal gear when riding? It seems the biggest advantage is having some padding? Does it make it much more comfortable?
Forum: Road Cycling
07-12-07, 03:40 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 246
Posted By pivoxa15

Riding on HWY in Melbourne, Australia?

Is it okay to ride on highways in Melbourne?
Forum: Road Cycling
07-11-07, 10:35 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,474
Posted By pivoxa15

Even after lifting the lever, the head can jump...

Even after lifting the lever, the head can jump out when pumping. Should I push it in further?
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