Owlex

Thanks for the answer, guys. First time I've been on the RetroGression site. Looks like some pretty good prices across the board on there.

Owlex

Second question, maybe also one I should know the answer to... what benefit does a powerspline-style spindle BB give over a standard square one? It would seem to me that going the powerspline route really only limits you in the long run in terms of what cranks can be put on, etc.

cosmicwheelie

ahh.... thats a bummer. I see that they are available on amazon from Cane Creek in silver/gum but maybe they are older/swapped out with the gum hoods. either way id rather order from you guys and not amazon and i have another thing i need so i'll probably order them tomorrow. thanks Breh.

Mumonkan

@Scrodzilla

did they change the scr-5 levers? because i got mine from you iirc and theyre the gum jobs

Cortet

I was reading a climbing thread on FG & heard mentioning of gi & "hear in the 70 - 80 range". Would anyone mind explaining this to me?
Sorry for the redundant/scrub questions

Scrodzilla

The levers used to be available with gum or black hoods so it's possible. Now the gum hoods need to be purchased separately.

Scrodzilla

There's really no benefit, just Sram trying to reinvent the wheel (or crankset, in this case) as they often do.

Owlex

Ah. I didn't want to jump to a conclusion, but I thought as much. Thanks!

I'll probably be ordering the Andel 110mm bottom bracket from your site, then. Cheers.

Scrodzilla

What crankset will you be using? BB spindle length is determined by the crankset, not the frame.

Owlex

correct. I was planning to use the corresponding 110mm Andel cranks, unless you'd recommend otherwise?

Scrodzilla

https://www.bikeforums.net/singlespee...mer-newbs.html

cestlaguerre

Miche Pistard Track Bike Fixed Gear Wheelset TUBULAR [1551V0000000T] - $259.00 Velomine.com : Worldwide Bicycle Shop, fixed gear track bike wheelsets campagnolo super record vintage bike

or

H + Plus Son Archetype Black Formula Track hubs Wheelset [74106] - $235.00 Velomine.com : Worldwide Bicycle Shop, fixed gear track bike wheelsets campagnolo super record vintage bike


i've seen some complaints about the formula rear track hub. but being as their getting rebranded by various companies maybe it's just a matter of more units on the street leaving more reviews overall than the pistard? idk. haven't found many gripes about the miche other than people complaining about the weight (which is half the weight my current set, even if heavier than the current lightweight standard). a lot of solid reviews on city use; wheels staying true and hubs running smooth.

what's your opinion?

Scrodzilla

My opinion is that using tubulars on the street is stupid. Miche Pistard wheels are excellent but unless you plan on only using them at the track, get the clincher version.

Formula hubs are fine. The complaints you see online typically come from idiots who don't know how to properly install a cog and lockring, which will ruin any hub in the same manner.

Cortet

Thank you, I found that in the stickies (first place I should of really checked) & seen it. I was going to say something, but figured the question may be ignored because the question has been asked a million times before.

if this question has already been answered in a sticky then just tell me banana split, but what makes certain frames, forks, or parts more wanted than others? Would it be how the durability on it is? The lightness of it? I'm going to be slowing upgrading my Felt bike and was looking at the building a FG on a budget & reading off the different parts & stuff. I still have much research to go, thought I would ask as I go.

Thank you in advance!

cestlaguerre

I didn't even realize the link was tubular. haha, I'm actually planning on ordering from retrogression but didn't want to bias out the opinion by making one of the options your own shop. thanks for the feedback man. I'll be handing over my paycheck to you soon enough

loxua

Thanks to Scrod's response in other post and along with the slight fortune of living in Taiwan (when talking about bike components), I was able to get in touch with Andel directly to find a LBS that carries their crankset (still took a couple hours of googling and a few phone calls). I finally found and bought the crankset i wanted. Without having to place orders on a US website, and pay for int'l shipping for something that was made here.
Now, i am in the market for a classic seatpost for my Brooks B17. I have my eyes set on the Velo Orange grand cru that has the right setback designed for the b17, but I am facing the same problem again. I can't find it anywhere in LBS in Taiwan. Perhaps you could shed some light on the maker? Or recommend a similar seatpost with good amount of setback base on your broad range of experty and professional knowledge?

Thank you.

Scrodzilla

I have no idea where VO's seat posts are made. Living in Taiwan, I would think it would be easy to find unbranded parts.

The Nitto S-83 has a considerable amount of setback too.

Nagrom_

Cinelli Caleido tape looks like it feels more corky than it looks... if that makes any sense. How does it feel compared to microtex?

Scrodzilla

It feels similar, both are kinda leathery. The Caleido is definitely thicker though.

Nagrom_

Sweet, exactly what I wanted. Thanks mang!

loxua

Thnks Scrod. You are correct on finding unbranded parts considerably easier here for most cases, but this VO really got me good. I did a bunch of possible keyword search with no luck, even looked into the national bike components manufacturer list to check out each individual catalogues. my last resort was to spend 3 hours scanning product photos through our Largest online auction website (similar to ebay) for any look alikes, but still end up empty handed.

I'll check out the Nitto s83. Thank you!

cestlaguerre

what's the difference between the Leader 735, 735tt, 735tr?

dimethi

Hey Scrod,

I'm looking to build a custom wheelset with Kinlin XR270 rims at Retrogression while I'm in SD to replace my 'veeps', and was wondering at 140lbs (on my way to 145-150) and commuting/street riding, would it be reasonable for me to have 20/28 for the spoke count? If not, what do you suggest? (24/28, 28/28, etc?)

The streets where I'm located are alright, (Davis) basically like this, except with a couple more cracks. Nothing too crazy.

Also, what's the difference between road front hubs and fixed gear front hubs? I found these road hubs that are pretty light (<100g), but fixed gear front hubs from novatec/miche/formula are a lot heavier(>220).

Thanks a ton!

omegaman13

Are Sun CR18 wheels adequate for a clyde? 230-240lbs? Did some research on this forum and while most testimonials regarding them are good, there are some detractors(in terms of clyde use).

Doing a spare parts build on an old Raleigh Reliant frame I've been carting around for years to turn into a SS. I'm out in Montana now in a crappy city rife with bike stealing and I don't want super expensive rims, but I know CR18s are pretty tried and true.

Scrodzilla

CR-18s are awesome. At 205 lbs myself, I use them on my townie without any issues at all.