ndv Posted May 14, 2020 Share Posted May 14, 2020 The squishy reference was same thought. As well as cornering was a genuine concern as well. Good call. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ndv Posted May 14, 2020 Share Posted May 14, 2020 1 hour ago, Ko SprueOne said: This happened on my way home from a ride to the store. Cable broke at the paddle shifter for the rear derailleur. I heard a crackle sound then pop. The positives: It already shifted into the gear and not halfway in between gears. I was in the alley, away from traffic. Made it home safely. Wd40 yo! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hua Guofang Posted May 14, 2020 Share Posted May 14, 2020 1 hour ago, Ko SprueOne said: This happened on my way home from a ride to the store. Cable broke at the paddle shifter for the rear derailleur. I heard a crackle sound then pop. The positives: It already shifted into the gear and not halfway in between gears. I was in the alley, away from traffic. Made it home safely. I once had my gear cable snap on the first lap of a 24hr race. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ko SprueOne Posted May 15, 2020 Share Posted May 15, 2020 1 hour ago, ndv said: Wd40 yo! I know it's too late for this one now but is that recommended to spray into the cable loom from time to time? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ko SprueOne Posted May 15, 2020 Share Posted May 15, 2020 1 hour ago, Hua Guofang said: I once had my gear cable snap on the first lap of a 24hr race. How did you recover from that? Were you just out of the race at that point or was it like a pit-stop? Got it replaced then back in action? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hua Guofang Posted May 15, 2020 Share Posted May 15, 2020 18 minutes ago, Ko SprueOne said: How did you recover from that? Were you just out of the race at that point or was it like a pit-stop? Got it replaced then back in action? Luckily enough we were a team entry so I just had to finish that lap and tap the next rider. But, it was half way around a hilly 20km course. I could ride the downhills as it was stuck in the highest gear but I had to pick the bike up and run the rest. I was on a Trek Remedy, about 12kg that, fortunately fits pretty well on my shoulder. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ko SprueOne Posted May 15, 2020 Share Posted May 15, 2020 Hell yeah, no quit in you. As pictured, mine is also stuck in high but my ride to the store and back home is all flat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KILZ FILLZ Posted May 15, 2020 Share Posted May 15, 2020 @Ko SprueOnethat stinks man! You gonna repair yourself? DIY thread!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ko SprueOne Posted May 15, 2020 Share Posted May 15, 2020 Maybe. maybe meaning that there is a local community bike shop/shop. I could pay the training course to instruct bicycle mechanic students on how to replace the cable, so they do it. I'm a member there so I have unlimited stand time which includes tool access and usage. I could pay one of the volunteer mechanics there to replace it so the $ goes right back into the operation for support. Still deciding on this approach. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ko SprueOne Posted May 15, 2020 Share Posted May 15, 2020 10 minutes ago, KILZ FILLZ said: @Ko SprueOnethat stinks man! You gonna repair yourself? DIY thread!! Oh yeah, there's that thread, a very cool thread to showcase some DIY sht. And there's @Dirty_habiT's thread ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hua Guofang Posted May 15, 2020 Share Posted May 15, 2020 And that is the Trek right there in the workstand, at the race where I snapped the cable, right there in that pic^^ Fortunately there was also a bike shop set up in camp and I Was able to buy a new cable and fit it for the rest of my laps. I really miss those races, great fun but they don't exist anymore. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KILZ FILLZ Posted May 28, 2020 Share Posted May 28, 2020 Fred strikes again! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KILZ FILLZ Posted May 28, 2020 Share Posted May 28, 2020 Fred strikes again!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
metronome Posted May 29, 2020 Share Posted May 29, 2020 (edited) 18 hours ago, KILZ FILLZ said: Fred strikes again!!! Oh my god take these over to r/BicyclingCircleJerk and watch that karma roll in Edited May 29, 2020 by metronome 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
metronome Posted May 29, 2020 Share Posted May 29, 2020 Only a slightly different note, I gave some boutique bike cleaning stuff a shot. It was pricey but my god does it ever work good. My drive train has never sounded nicer. 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ko SprueOne Posted May 30, 2020 Share Posted May 30, 2020 (edited) I'll consider that for the new replacement. edit: not paying attention to the latest post and replying to nicklesndimes reply to my post Edited May 30, 2020 by Ko SprueOne 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
delv Posted June 3, 2020 Share Posted June 3, 2020 Any of y'all ride mountains/trails? Considering a mid-level bike and wondering what to look out for. Do I need dual suspension? I'm a noob to mountain's. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KILZ FILLZ Posted June 3, 2020 Share Posted June 3, 2020 40 minutes ago, delv said: Any of y'all ride mountains/trails? Considering a mid-level bike and wondering what to look out for. Do I need dual suspension? I'm a noob to mountain's. My recommendation is to get something used from a local bike shop. you can get some absolute steals like this. Then, -your cost of admission is super low (couple hundred for a bike vice $1k) -you have a relationship with a local shop right out the gate and some where to go for any repairs/issues/questions -you will be sure to get a bike that’s your correct size -support local business to answer your question, dual suspension unnecessary unless you’re getting into some gnarly shit, which it doesn’t sound like you’ll be doing at all since you’re calling yourself a noob. Look for something with suspension fork and disc brakes and you should be money. don’t go cheap on a helmet if you’re gonna be on trails. Set aside $100+ for one and wear it every time you’re out. have fun 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
delv Posted June 3, 2020 Share Posted June 3, 2020 @KILZ FILLZ I should clarify that I'm a confident experienced rider of track/fixed gear and BMX. I recently went down a mountain using a borrowed bike and am hooked. Though, dropping $5k (AUD, I'm in Australia) for a dual suspension bike is out of the question and budget. I'm after something that is built well and will last me fanging it around. I'll likely do dumb shit on it and either fuck myself or the bike up (or both). I guess from my BMX experience, I fuck up cheap wheels, so I'd want a solid wheel setup. I'm comfy with front only suspension, but know nothing about em. I'd want disc brakes and the ability to add touches like the raise/lower seat shit (I used a mountain bike recently with one and it blew my mind). I don't know if we have bike shops doing secondhand bikes here, as its' not something you see often. However, I'm happy to grab secondhand off FB/eBay etc and work with a local BS going forward. However, perhaps there is a secondhand mountain bike scene in Australia through local bike shops....I'll take a look. Any brands to check out or steer clear of? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KILZ FILLZ Posted June 3, 2020 Share Posted June 3, 2020 @delvif you want the Gucci shit, go Santa Cruz. If you want a sleeper with solid ass components that’s kind of a no name except for those in the know, go Canyon, Ghost or Salsa. If you just want something solid as fuck that gets the job done, trek, specialized, cannondale etc that seat thing is called a dropper post and you can install yourself later down the road. full suspension is fun as fuck even if your running around town on pavement. If that’s what you like go for it. I had one before it was stolen 😢 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KILZ FILLZ Posted June 3, 2020 Share Posted June 3, 2020 Also- my current bike has hydraulic disc brakes. They are awesome and stop on a dime. But If I’m ever out and have a brake failure I’m pretty fucked. In my personal opinion, aim for disc brakes that use cable. Can always have some length of cable in your pack for a breakdown. Disc are good for MTN tho because If you go thru mud or puddles the moisture doesn’t corrupt your stopping power. Not the same for rim brakes in those conditions. I’m more of a roadie than a mtn guy tho others here are prob more informed on the mtn shiz. @delv Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
metronome Posted June 6, 2020 Share Posted June 6, 2020 Pushed it on a tire that I knew was worn. Lucky I was about 10 mins into the ride, not too far for my wife to come and pick me up. Had 2 cyclists pass me, both stopped, one guy on a motorcycle stopped and one police SUV cruiser that completely ignored me. ACAB. Now running a pair of Conti GP 5000’s - by the by, they were a fucking bitch to get on the bead. Tires did not want to stretch at all. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
metronome Posted June 6, 2020 Share Posted June 6, 2020 @delvcheck out the PinkBike.com classified for used bikes in your area. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KILZ FILLZ Posted June 13, 2020 Share Posted June 13, 2020 Saw this frankenbike today Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KILZ FILLZ Posted June 18, 2020 Share Posted June 18, 2020 Lap around the lake today 3 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
metronome Posted June 30, 2020 Share Posted June 30, 2020 I'm very jealous. I had to replace my rubber after wearing them out, and I don't know wtf is going on but my rear wheel is not having this new tire. Or maybe I have a flat spot or something, but my last 3 rides have resulted in a flat each time with a dead tube. No issues with my front, rolls real nice, but my rear feels like it has a 'dead spot' - tried to sort this out myself but I think I need to have the LBS mechanic look at the wheel for me. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hua Guofang Posted June 30, 2020 Share Posted June 30, 2020 @delvwhat kind of riding are you intending on doing? Just downhill, or half-day rides covering good distance, will you be doing just as much uphill as downhill, etc? You can get some great deals second hand, try the Rotorburn forums for advice and sales. I ride a Trek Remedy. It's getting long in the tooth now as it's 13 years old, but it's bomb proof and pretty light for how robust it is. I go both up and down on it and it has just as much travel, front and back as my first ever downhill bike had, which is 5 inches. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
metronome Posted July 1, 2020 Share Posted July 1, 2020 Good shout. I'll take it off and give it a once over with a good flash light. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KILZ FILLZ Posted July 3, 2020 Share Posted July 3, 2020 x2 on not ruling out the tire. I’ve also had issues w a faulty tire MFG. I even bought it at a LBS to take home and do myself, and they missed it during the transaction. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray40 Posted July 6, 2020 Share Posted July 6, 2020 Just built my new bike 🙂 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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