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I currently weigh about 150, so I think I can get away with a 2x/radial lacing. The Novatec Force sets come with 2x lacing on the rear all around. That would actually make things easier because I can just mimic the lacing pattern from my existing wheelset for the drive side.
I'll check out that calculator, too. Thanks Scrod! |
No prob. Half-radial lacing is super cool IMO - just keep in mind that you won't be able to flip your wheel if the threads on one side of your hub crap out because radial drive side = explosions.
Let me know if you need spokes! |
Why do a half radial on an evenly dished wheel?
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Go for it yummy! I recommended this to alex on his 722 roadie and his turned out great!
~But I do have to warn you, that for a track rear, I would only stick to 2 cross to help the wheel last long under torque.
Originally Posted by Squirrelli
(Post 13025560)
Why do a half radial on an evenly dished wheel?
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Originally Posted by Squirrelli
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Why do a half radial on an evenly dished wheel?
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That's a good point on the flippity-floppity functionality of the wheel. I'll just stick with 2x/2x on the rear wheel.
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That may be a better idea if you ever want to flip the wheel.
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Originally Posted by yummygooey
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I'll just stick with 2x/2x on the rear wheel.
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With all due respect, Scrod but wouldn't the half radial side be more tensioned than the drive side on a dished wheel?
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Yup.
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Originally Posted by Verbose
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The main pocket it also the primary bucket style pocket. The laptop/organizer pocket has 1 outer zipper, then a few internal areas. Then you have the two front flaps. If you search for mikes bikes on youtube he has a good video review of it that shows most are the areas. Also the shed video that mission put out shows most of it as well. There's no difference other than size between the three models.
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The retail store in SF is great. They'll fix up anything that happens for free while you wait. If they can't fix it, they'll replace it.
If you live in the area, it's very convenient. They back the lifetime warranty. |
Should I knock out a century tomorrow. Heat index is slated to be around 115-120 degrees Fahrenheit.
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No.
Should I file off the lawyer tabs on my new fork? |
As long as it it is steel, yes.
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Actually, that is a good point. The fork is one of Scrod's I05TRs and it is carbon/aluminum but I was assuming the dropouts were steel. Maybe not.
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Originally Posted by prooftheory
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Actually, that is a good point. The fork is one of Scrod's I05TRs and it is carbon/aluminum but I was assuming the dropouts were steel. Maybe not.
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Would not file. Even though, there is suggestive evidence that the forkend is steel.
Albeit, said evidence is one's gut. |
agreed.
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Put a magnet to check if it is steel.
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as a guy on the internet I will say you shouldnt do it. If it were my fork, those ****ers are coming off.
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I could be wrong but I think the fork ends on the I05TR are aluminum.
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The other limiting factor is that it is hard to take a file to a nice new piece of bikeage. I don't even want to cut the steerer. Thanks Scrod.
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I have a Weinmann DP18 to IRO hub wheelset and just got Alex rims (D450 front, DA16 rear) to Formula hubs wheelset from my brother.
Which should I use? |
Ride with both and see which one feels better/looks better.
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I know both are cheap wheelsets, just wondering which one is more preferable in terms of weight/reliablilty/etc. I was planning to give my friend a wheelset today, but I guess he'll have to wait a few weeks so that I can try them out to compare.
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http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a267/g00eY/bike4.jpg
Great condition for $400. Should I? Or I guess this is more of a "worth it?" |
If you got the dough to blow, go for it.
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It wouldn't be for me, it'd be for the lady. I'm not a huge fan of Bianchis myself.
The thing is, she's kinda "meh" about this one... but if the price is right I figured she can always look for another frameset or complete and ride this one in the interim. But if the price is too high then I'm out. |
Originally Posted by yummygooey
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The thing is, she's kinda "meh" about this one... but if the price is right I figured she can always look for another frameset or complete and ride this one in the interim.
Unless you can goad her into riding a bike she "mehs." |
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