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06-09-12, 07:37 AM
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i just read this neat little thing about packing bikes up here
iduno about cutting the box up and all that but i like the cardboard frame spacer idea
scrod: would A23's with 20 spokes in front and 24 in back be too fragile for my 170lb body? are lasers and bladed spokes comparably strong?
iduno about cutting the box up and all that but i like the cardboard frame spacer idea
scrod: would A23's with 20 spokes in front and 24 in back be too fragile for my 170lb body? are lasers and bladed spokes comparably strong?
06-09-12, 08:05 AM
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Your cog is slipping.
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That's a good article.
I think those wheels will be fine if built properly. Personally, I think bladed spokes are overkill unless you're racing. Sapim Lasers are the bomb.
I think those wheels will be fine if built properly. Personally, I think bladed spokes are overkill unless you're racing. Sapim Lasers are the bomb.
06-09-12, 08:29 AM
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excellent. i guess the only reason id want either is for style points, was just curious of their strengths
i like the lasers cuz they look really thin and "precisiony" and i also like the bladed spokes when they catch the light, they dazzle me
novatecs dont come in 20/24h do they? i dont know if id wanna spend $150 per hub to go on my 722 for phil woods
i like the lasers cuz they look really thin and "precisiony" and i also like the bladed spokes when they catch the light, they dazzle me
novatecs dont come in 20/24h do they? i dont know if id wanna spend $150 per hub to go on my 722 for phil woods
06-09-12, 08:33 AM
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Your cog is slipping.
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They do. I'd need to source them from Taiwan though.
06-09-12, 10:22 AM
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Another option Bdopcycling.com
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06-09-12, 01:19 PM
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Scrod, in my attempts to find a solution to my too large frame, I found this. What would be a safe price to pay for this? https://velospace.org/node/33698
06-09-12, 01:45 PM
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Scrod, in my attempts to find a solution to my too large frame, I found this. What would be a safe price to pay for this? https://velospace.org/node/33698
$200 crankset
$50 chainring
$80 seatpost
$120 headset
$70 bars (nitto's, not the integrated aero crap, you don't want those.)
$50 brake set
$200 saddle
$130 ceramic BB
$30 cog
$40 pedals
$25 stem
$40 tires (each)
$120 wheelset
$700 frame
Its used though. But that should help you think of a number.
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06-09-12, 02:59 PM
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Scrod, in my attempts to find a solution to my too large frame, I found this. What would be a safe price to pay for this? https://velospace.org/node/33698
Looks cool otherwise.
06-09-12, 09:01 PM
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Just back from a quick ride. While pedaling under load only, I now get this shearing noise, almost like a quick metal on metal swipe on the downstroke. I can stop it from happening by spinning smoothly but when taking off from a start it's hard to avoid. Is my bottom bracket destroying itself? Any insight is much appreciated.
06-09-12, 11:44 PM
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Scrod, due to my foot size, I need an XL toe clip. But because of my short wheel base and everything, there is a fair amount of toeverlap. Would I be fine with a smaller toe clip to help eliminate this? Or would that put my feet in too much of an incorrect position on the pedal?
06-10-12, 01:48 AM
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Scrod,
These Campy road cranks are on my local craigslist. Since I was going to buy the IRD Defiant crankset, I figured an actual Campy set might be better. Do you know if using the outer ring would give me the right chain line, and if I'd be able to get a proper modern sealed BB to use it with? Basically just curious if it would make more sense to go with this or the IRD cranks for my 722.
These Campy road cranks are on my local craigslist. Since I was going to buy the IRD Defiant crankset, I figured an actual Campy set might be better. Do you know if using the outer ring would give me the right chain line, and if I'd be able to get a proper modern sealed BB to use it with? Basically just curious if it would make more sense to go with this or the IRD cranks for my 722.
Campagnolo Super Record double crankset, 170mm arms 52/44 tooth chainrings, 9/16x 20 pedal threads, and date code of 1983 $100 with Campagnolo dust covers (not pictured)
06-10-12, 06:53 AM
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Your cog is slipping.
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I'm sure you could find something that works. I'm pretty sure thewilson has that same crankset on his crazy Russian bike.
Wasn't your original intention for the 722 to be a 'beater'?
Wasn't your original intention for the 722 to be a 'beater'?
06-10-12, 06:54 AM
#4116
Your cog is slipping.
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Scrod, due to my foot size, I need an XL toe clip. But because of my short wheel base and everything, there is a fair amount of toeverlap. Would I be fine with a smaller toe clip to help eliminate this? Or would that put my feet in too much of an incorrect position on the pedal?
06-10-12, 06:55 AM
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Your cog is slipping.
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Just back from a quick ride. While pedaling under load only, I now get this shearing noise, almost like a quick metal on metal swipe on the downstroke. I can stop it from happening by spinning smoothly but when taking off from a start it's hard to avoid. Is my bottom bracket destroying itself? Any insight is much appreciated.
06-10-12, 07:15 AM
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06-10-12, 08:37 AM
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"How big are your feet? I have size 12 feet and use large clips. "
'sup scrod
So I received my Wellgo Ro-25B & MKS clips... Thanks! I went with a size L clip as my shoe size is 9.5 or 10 Nike. There is a bit of pinch with the clips that can probably stretch out. Maybe it is my shoes which are Nike running shoes but there is just enough pedal grip to prevent sliding in & not enough top clearance to raise foot above grippy pedals. even when I can slide my foot it it is like I am forcing my foot in... flipping is pretty easy
do I need to HTFU? switch to plastic? Diff shoes? stretch out clips? is this common?
Thanks
'sup scrod
So I received my Wellgo Ro-25B & MKS clips... Thanks! I went with a size L clip as my shoe size is 9.5 or 10 Nike. There is a bit of pinch with the clips that can probably stretch out. Maybe it is my shoes which are Nike running shoes but there is just enough pedal grip to prevent sliding in & not enough top clearance to raise foot above grippy pedals. even when I can slide my foot it it is like I am forcing my foot in... flipping is pretty easy
do I need to HTFU? switch to plastic? Diff shoes? stretch out clips? is this common?
Thanks
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06-10-12, 09:01 AM
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Your cog is slipping.
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Bend the clips to make them open a bit wider.
06-10-12, 09:56 AM
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Just back from a quick ride. While pedaling under load only, I now get this shearing noise, almost like a quick metal on metal swipe on the downstroke. I can stop it from happening by spinning smoothly but when taking off from a start it's hard to avoid. Is my bottom bracket destroying itself? Any insight is much appreciated.
06-10-12, 10:10 AM
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Your cog is slipping.
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Didn't think of that. If your chain is too tight, it may be binding if your chainring is off center or less than perfectly round.
06-10-12, 10:42 AM
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06-10-12, 10:49 AM
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06-10-12, 11:33 AM
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