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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-25-12, 10:29 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,229
Posted By rkrossi

Cantilever adjustment with unidentified straddle cable attachment

I recently bought a '96 Trek T200 tandem for a steal, but knew it need some basic maintenance to get it up to speed. First up, brake caliper adjustment since the braking levers were bottoming out...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-10-12, 08:10 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 597
Posted By rkrossi

Why replace a chain based on miles?

I'm currently using a Campy Veloce chain and have almost 10k miles on it. I regularly oil it and keep it clean. I ride hard, but I'm only 135lbs so I don't put nearly the force other riders might...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-09-09, 09:47 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 454
Posted By rkrossi

When to replace a cartridge hub bearing

I have front and rear hubs with sealed cartridge bearings. I'm trying to determine if they need to be replaced. I probably have about 4k miles on them.

The front bearings I'm going to replace. ...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-29-08, 11:07 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 938
Posted By rkrossi

Thanks everyone. I did some experimenting and it...

Thanks everyone. I did some experimenting and it seems that it must be a function of either hitting the caliper inadvertently or operating the release lever moves them slightly. I have Campy...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-28-08, 10:05 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 938
Posted By rkrossi

Centering brakes after reinstalling wheel. Why should I need to?

Every time I remove the front wheel and reinstall it, it seems like I have to readjust the brake trim screw to recenter the the pads relative to the rim. I would expect that since the skewer is just...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-21-08, 10:53 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 398
Posted By rkrossi

Handlebar/Stem Noise

I have a noise in my drop handle bars when I am climbing or sprinting. The noise is a clicking sound. I'm pretty confident it is in the handle bar / stem interface. I've torqued the stem/bar bolts...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-18-08, 07:52 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 305
Posted By rkrossi

Blackburn Air Tower 1 Max PSI

The Blackburn Air Tower 1 is rated for a max PSI of 120PSI. If you only need to go to 110PSI, the pump fits the bill at little cost with a lifetime warranty.

Does anyone know if it really can...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-17-08, 08:06 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 959
Posted By rkrossi

25mm Nipples

I have a wheel that was built up with 25mm Sapim nipples and I need to replace a few. They no longer make these. Does anyone know where to find a 25mm nipple now?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-06-08, 12:07 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,313
Posted By rkrossi

Nipples for a Gipiemme Parade

I have a pair of Gipiemme Parade wheels with an aluminum nipple that I have managed to round over and distort. I'm sure with better prep, I could have avoided it. However, I'm concerned with just...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-05-08, 01:25 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 14,628
Posted By rkrossi

Kool Stop Salmon or Black

I'm disappointed with the stock brakes on my Cannondale. Before I go to the extreme and replace the calipers, I thought I would change to Kool Stop pads and see what happens. Most of my riding is in...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-05-08, 01:24 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 903
Posted By rkrossi

Kool Stop Salmon or Black

I'm disappointed with the stock brakes on my Cannondale. Before I go to the extreme and replace the calipers, I thought I would change to Kool Stop pads and see what happens. Most of my riding is...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-05-08, 12:48 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 632
Posted By rkrossi

Is rusting a problem for RockyMounts or Thule...

Is rusting a problem for RockyMounts or Thule too? Is this just a quality of materials issue for Delta? If it was, I could see that as a big negative.

Ryan
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-05-08, 10:07 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 374
Posted By rkrossi

Fork Mount Options for Truck

I'm going to be building a bike rack in the back of a truck. I've got basically two options for fork mounts, Thule 821 or Delta Pro Hitch 2. The Delta can be locked, but realistically I'm going to...
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-05-08, 10:07 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 346
Posted By rkrossi

Fork Mount Options for Truck

I'm going to be building a bike rack in the back of a truck. I've got basically two options for fork mounts, Thule 821 or Delta Pro Hitch 2. The Delta can be locked, but realistically I'm going to...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-05-08, 10:06 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 632
Posted By rkrossi

Fork Mount Options for Truck

I'm going to be building a bike rack in the back of a truck. I've got basically two options for fork mounts, Thule 821 or Delta Pro Hitch 2. The Delta can be locked, but realistically I'm going to...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-03-08, 07:15 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 344
Posted By rkrossi

Thanks. That contains a lot of good information....

Thanks. That contains a lot of good information. If doesn't seem to have anything >1995. Can anyone point in in the direction for say 1999 - 2005 model years?
Forum: Road Cycling
03-03-08, 06:52 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 344
Posted By rkrossi

Trek Vintage Geometries

I'm trying to find a good used road bike for my wife. Of all bikes she has test road, she prefers bikes around 53cm effective top tube length.

There are a bunch of used Treks out form the mid...
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