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#6701
Thread Starter
Your cog is slipping.



Joined: May 2009
Posts: 26,053
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From: Beverly MA
Bikes: EAI Bareknuckle
There's a craigslist thread. Ask there.
#6703
Thread Starter
Your cog is slipping.



Joined: May 2009
Posts: 26,053
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From: Beverly MA
Bikes: EAI Bareknuckle
Expecting people to read the first post in this thread is just like expecting people to read the FAQ page on the RG site.
Last edited by Scrodzilla; 01-27-13 at 08:49 AM.
#6704
Thread Starter
Your cog is slipping.



Joined: May 2009
Posts: 26,053
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From: Beverly MA
Bikes: EAI Bareknuckle
Not much difference in ride quality (if any at all), it would just require a lot less maintenance.
#6705
would a fender like this fit on a non mtb fork?

friend from work wants to give me a set for free, but im not sure if its even worth it

friend from work wants to give me a set for free, but im not sure if its even worth it
#6707
Senior Member
Joined: Sep 2009
Posts: 9,948
Likes: 400
From: PHL
Bikes: Litespeed Catalyst, IRO Rob Roy, All City Big Block
lesson not learned
#6708
#6710
Grumpy Old Bugga
Joined: Oct 2006
Posts: 4,229
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From: Adelaide, AUSTRALIA
Bikes: Hillbrick, Malvern Star Oppy S2, Europa (R.I.P.)
Comparing the MKS GR-9 with the Urban Platform pedal. How much wider are the Urbans and is the platform any larger?
I used the GR-9 for some time but unfortunately, they weren't wide enough - my foot hung off the outside became uncomfortable on longer rides. The Sylvans were just as bad. Currently using their quill pedal which still isn't perfect. My Hillbrick was designed for fixed great and thus has a raised BB - pedal strike has never been an issue with wider pedals.
I used the GR-9 for some time but unfortunately, they weren't wide enough - my foot hung off the outside became uncomfortable on longer rides. The Sylvans were just as bad. Currently using their quill pedal which still isn't perfect. My Hillbrick was designed for fixed great and thus has a raised BB - pedal strike has never been an issue with wider pedals.
#6712
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Joined: Sep 2011
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Let me know if you want me to post them comparison pics I took Scrod.
Happy with both pedals. I want to say the price difference doesn't justify the performance difference, but man, those Platforms are sweet.
Happy with both pedals. I want to say the price difference doesn't justify the performance difference, but man, those Platforms are sweet.
#6713
Thread Starter
Your cog is slipping.



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From: Beverly MA
Bikes: EAI Bareknuckle
#6714
What brake levers would you recommend for this with the VO Milan bar?

Also, what are you thoughts on running just a front brake?

Also, what are you thoughts on running just a front brake?
#6715
Thread Starter
Your cog is slipping.



Joined: May 2009
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From: Beverly MA
Bikes: EAI Bareknuckle
Personally, I'd use Tektro FL750 levers with those bars.

It's ok to just use a front brake when riding fixed but if you're using a freewheel, get two brakes.

It's ok to just use a front brake when riding fixed but if you're using a freewheel, get two brakes.
#6716
Hey Scrod I just installed my FSA ZS-3 headset onto my 735. Now when I went to put my fork on it stops about a 1/4 of a inch from being flush. Am i missing something? Should I try to force it? Any help would be greatly appreciated.
#6718
:)
Joined: Mar 2011
Posts: 3,420
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From: San Jose, CA
Bikes: Cannondale CAAD12, Specialized Rockhopper, Norco Fluid FS1
So the bearings on my rear Novatec hub are super crunchy now. I've only had them for a month, and I'm thinking this can't be normal. I never intentionally adjusted them, so do you have any idea what went wrong?
Edit: Wrong brand.
Edit: Wrong brand.
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#6719
Thread Starter
Your cog is slipping.



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From: Beverly MA
Bikes: EAI Bareknuckle
A few pics will help.
#6720
Thread Starter
Your cog is slipping.



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Posts: 26,053
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From: Beverly MA
Bikes: EAI Bareknuckle
#6721
:)
Joined: Mar 2011
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From: San Jose, CA
Bikes: Cannondale CAAD12, Specialized Rockhopper, Norco Fluid FS1
#6722
Thread Starter
Your cog is slipping.



Joined: May 2009
Posts: 26,053
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From: Beverly MA
Bikes: EAI Bareknuckle
I have no idea what could have gone wrong aside from the cartridge bearings becoming damaged due to overtightening your axle nuts (which is a pretty common issue for any hubs).
#6723
:)
Joined: Mar 2011
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From: San Jose, CA
Bikes: Cannondale CAAD12, Specialized Rockhopper, Norco Fluid FS1
#6724
Senior Member
Joined: Dec 2011
Posts: 1,938
Likes: 15
From: las vegas
Bikes: purty blue undefeated II 57cm
do you know anything about the company star****ers? like who makes their crankset and if its any good.
#6725
Has Brakes
Joined: Sep 2012
Posts: 79
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From: Dallas Tx
Been browsing alot on here and never really post, but figured id ask anyway.
Idea on largest tire that would fit on the rear of a 2013 Leader 721?
Idea on largest tire that would fit on the rear of a 2013 Leader 721?




