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re:The real reason behing the UCI's tech decisions
In category Racing
Written by Digit

The UCI just handed down a ruling banning the use of disc brakes on 'cross bikes. Manufacturers are baffled by this decision, as many 'cross racers have been specifically asking for disc brakes for their better performance in adverse conditions.

"Stu Thorne, owner of cyclocross.com and sponsor of a handful of
UCI-competing ÂŒcrossers, said the decision might just be an over-reaction to an influx


re:Klein vs. Trek
In category Racing
Written by Scapegoat

My wife just joined a racing team and we're considering either the 2004 Trek
5200 or 2004 Klein Q-Pro XV. They are both similarly priced, and both will be available end of October. Both use Shimano Ultegra components, and both use Bontrager Race Lite wheels.

Which bike would you choose?

Thanks in advance,
PS: Some specs below:

sizes 49cm, 52cm, 54cm, 56cm, 58cm, 61cm color Silve


re:Henry at State TT Championship
In category Racing
Written by KyJellyBaby

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re:Say it aint so Shimano ... PART 2
In category Tech issues
Written by travelernj

Looks to me Japan-style price deflation is taking down prices of engineered bicycle components everywhere. Shimano isn't the only component-maker trying to prop up prices to stay alive. See the recent notice from Chris King, listed below, for another desperate attempt to maintain prices in the market channel. Perhaps new Chinese components will be hitting the USA mainland soon ??

- Don Gillies


re:convert a bicycle
In category Tech issues
Written by KNTain

I have an older Schwinn road bicycle that I would like to convert to a comfort hybrid bicycle. What would it take to accomplish such a conversion? I am not that knowledgable about bicycles, but, I find the ride on the road bike to be uncomfortable. I would rather sit upright than bending over all the time. I do not ride that often.


new cassette or derailer for better shifting? also brake/sh
In category Tech issues
Written by hendrix1979

i have pretty low end drivetrain components and i can upgrade 1 piece this weekend.

for the front i have Acera derailer and chainrings that came on Suntour
XCC-300 crankset.
for the rears i have Alivio derailer and a Shimano HG30 8-speed cassette.

to get overall better shifting performance, should i get:

1. XT m750 front derailer
2. Raceface/Truvativ chain rings
3. LX m750 rear derailer
4. XT


re:Building a touring drivetrain
In category Tech issues
Written by abbsci420

I have a Gunnar Crosshairs that will be on touring duty this summer, pulling a Burley Nomad trailer thru Spain. Right now, I have a Shimano
600 series gruppo on the bike, with a 48-39 crankset up front and an
8-speed Shimano Hyperglide cassette in the back, all road parts. At first, on the advice of a friend, I was planning on simply swapping the rear cassette for a MTB cassette, perhaps an LX o


Dura Ace STI
In category Tech issues
Written by Asmodean

I have searched the archives and haven't been able to find any information on the problem I am having. My apologies if this has been asked previously.
I have the D/A STI shifters double. My issue is that that brake levers occasionally will engage the front brake slightly when I go over a bump on a trail or the road. I can eliminate the noise by opening the calipers wider. I would like to know i


How to disasamble Campy Record levers...
In category Tech issues
Written by fred1

How do I remowe the brake lever on my Record Ergopower?? In the sparepart catalog it seems like there are 2 small round parts that needs to go off first - will I be able to reuse them when putting things back on?


re:if you wanted maximum braking, where would you sit?
In category Tech issues
Written by Woolridge

if you could position your center of gravity anywhere, to ensure maximum braking power, where would it be?

obviously over the front wheel is no good, you would flip.

there is a point, leaning either ahead of the front wheel, or behind the back wheel, that the opposite wheel is off the ground.

clearly those are 2 limits, the answer must lie between them.

if there were very little friction, it w


XTR Shifting help
In category Tech issues
Written by lawtonlyons

I've got an Amp b-4 that I've really never gotten to shift well. Originally
I was sporting a sram 8 speed 9.0 rear derailleur and shifters with a
Truvativ Stylo Crankset and BB, and XTR cassette. It was shifting OK, but should have been better. When I broke the derailleur, I put on an XTR rear derailleur and a set of M910 XTR shifter/brake levers. I was using a sram
PC68 chain with each setup. Th


re:Sigma BC1600 on wireless
In category Tech issues
Written by KNTain

Bought this computer about one month ago and it has worked flawlessly until now. A couple of days ago i realized that the registered distance for my commute to work was getting far to short. Further investigation showed that after a while (about 30 mins.) the speed displayed was much lower than it should have been and it finally went to zero. Has anybody experienced this?
I guess it could be a bad


Cut the ends off Profile Airwing?
In category Tech issues
Written by PsychoT

I have a 26.0mm Airwing and will be using Dia-Compe reverse pull brake levers. Can I cut off the uptilted ends of the Airwing before installing the
Dia-Compes without weakening the bar?

Any other downside to doing this. I like the look and it'll be more aero...
OK, anyway, I like the looks...


re:Disk road/cross bike for winter training
In category Tech issues
Written by thersupermikey

I'm thinking about a disk brake cross bike for primarily winter road riding. I've read the previous related threads. My reason for wanting disks is that it rains fairly constantly here (Hood River, OR)
in the winter, and daily riding involves significant climbing and descending. The roads are covered with cinders or sand in the winter, and rim brakes work poorly, eat through rims and pads, and


Upgrading from DT to STI, 7 to 8 speed
In category Tech issues
Written by Void*

I'm contemplating upgrading my 7-speed DT to 8 speed STI.

I believe some RSX shifters were 7-speed, but it seems most were 8. If I go this route, I would need new brakes (I have single-pivot now) at least, but would I need to replace my wheel or hub or freehub? I was under the impression that 7 and 8-speed cog spacing is the same, so they could be interchanged easily, but the hub spacing is 130


re:changing to flat bar,A little long
In category Tech issues
Written by Phrantic

Ok hears my idea .I don't use the drop on my road bike like never ,I was going to put a flat bar and new shifters and V brakes on it,The shifters are Shimano xt with brake levers,Will these work with my 105 derailers.I'm going to keep my arrow bars and use bar ends
I fell more comfortable with the Mtn bike set .Not that interested in the arrow effect of the drop bars ,All I ever use are the top of


re:Steel bars
In category Tech issues
Written by travelernj

I ride a relatively budget, rigid mountain bike. It's 7005 T6 aluminium with a cromoly rigid fork. I don't ride serious off-road but I do ride 30-40 mile rides on rough country roads/trails regularly.

As my ride times get longer I've noticed my hands getting a tad numb.
Recently I was reading a review of a similar rigid mountain bike which talked about its steel bars being bad for the hands, the


re:Handlebar selection
In category Tech issues
Written by Phrantic

I'm building a modern touring bike from an old lugged trek touring frame.
I'm trying to decide on a handlebar. I'm going to use Ultegra STI combo shifters. Does it matter if I use a single groove handlebar, a double, or no groove?

I've seen several bars I like, but they seem to be either no groove or single groove. Any input would be appreciated.


re:"The Stability of the Bicycle"
In category Tech issues
Written by loanercrow

There was an article in "Physics Today" for 1970, 23(4), pp. 34-40 by David
E. Jones entitled, "The Stability of the Bicycle". I am trying to get a copy. Is it, perhaps, somewhere on the internet? Advice appreciated.


re:Bolt pitch/diameter
In category Tech issues
Written by Phrantic

What pitch and diameter are the bolts that clamp down most ATB brake levers on the handlebar?


Brakes for handicapped kid
In category Tech issues
Written by marsgirlie

I',m trying to think up what the best brake setup would be for a handicapped kid. My son has Downs Syndrome and at the age of 12 learned to ride a threespeed with a footbrake, no handbrakes.

Now at seventeen it's time to get him a more or less fullgrown bike. At least a normal MTB frame with 26" wheels. Probably only one gear at least up front.
Maybe put hydraulic discs on it. Does anybody know i


Shims for short reach levers
In category Tech issues
Written by WalrusOnYourFace

My wife's having problems reaching the brake levers from the drops. Her bike's got Ultegra levers.
I see that Shimano makes special ST-R600 levers which have shims for adjusting the reach.
Are there any similar shims for "regular" Ultegra levers? Or are the ST-R600 shims available as parts? If I have to, I could drill & tap the housings.


XTR brake levers with Avid mechanical disk brakes
In category Tech issues
Written by Dispater

Will XTR v-brake levers (BL-M950) work with Avid mechanical disk brakes
The levers have Shimano's Servo-Wave feature. With old cantilevers, Servo
Wave meant variable mechanical advantage. Not sure what it means wit v-brakes. My concern is Servo-Wave will cause problems when used wit mechanical disk brakes, such as lockup or poor modulation. These lever have 'adjustable' Servo-Wave. Does that mean


re:Dura Ace 10 speed
In category Tech issues
Written by fC

I'm just deciding to buy a Campagnolo Record or a Shimano Dura Ace set.
Shimano has 9 speed, Campagnolo 10 speed.
Looking at the trek website, they say that Lance Armstrong used a 10 speed Dura Ace.
So: Has anybody any information if it is possible to buy this product or when it will be available for "normal" customers?


re:Buying a road bike - advice?
In category Tech issues
Written by loanercrow

Just completed my first century on an old mountain bike. Loved the whole experience (except perhaps some of the hill climbs during training - too hard on an old guy) - and want to do more riding. I am looking at doing a few centuries next year, but promised myself I would get a 'proper' bike first. So, I would appreciate some advice on what to look for.

I am not going to be doing any racing, just


Mushy brakes...,.
In category Tech issues
Written by Piichuu

Right now I am running Avid 1D v-brakes and Deore LX shifter/lever combo. But my brakes are really mushy and theres isnt a real positive feel to the brakes. How do I tell if I have V-Brake levers? Can i measure from the pivot point ro something? Also, if they arent v-brake levers. How do those brake boosters work?


re:Owners Manual for Colnago Dream Plus
In category Tech issues
Written by TransMan

I recently purchased a very nice Colnago Dream Plus, which I've been putting some high mileage on over the past few weeks. Now that I've gained some familiarity with it I'm lining up the few things I wish to change. As it didn't come with any owners manual I was wondering if there's any such thing for the frame. Most of the Campy gruppo I can get info straight from Campy, but I don't know anyth


tt bike project
In category Tech issues
Written by manny15

I am building a time trial bike out of all parts. I am using 52-34 chainrings on an old sugino 110 crankset. I am putting ratcheted friction suntour shifter on the aerobar ends. I cut some old bars and turn them into bullhorns, and am I using aero brake levers below the bars with the levers pointing forward. I am using an old KHS frame with 853 tubing and I will get a forward seatpost for about $


re:An old take on the drop bar/ brake lever position
In category Tech issues
Written by Johnus

I was watching an old French movie on video last night that included scenes of a dropped bar bicycle from the late 1950's. The brake levers on the bike were new to me and they made me think of the dropped bar/flat bar braking discussion a couple of weeks ago (which I stayed out of... I'm happy with the 5 positions that I use on my drop bars with 1980's Shimano aero brake levers and find the flat


re:Weight confusion- old versus new parts
In category Tech issues
Written by fC

I was stripping and swapping parts to/from a couple of bikes today and had access to a scale. So out of curiosity, I checked the weight of a few parts-

105 cranks, mid-80s (1050) with 48/39 rings- 648 grams
NEW 105 cranks listed on Shimano web site- 654 grams

Sakae 110 BCD triple- 48/38/28- 754 grams
NEW 105 triple from website- 748 grams

Modolo sidepull brakes- 210 grams (pair)
Take-off Shi


Considering a Road bike for commuting... good idea?
In category Tech issues
Written by Woolridge

I'm considering purchasing a new bicycle (Maybe $800 CDN total) to replace my nearly 8 year old Mongoose IBOC Pro mountain bike. I used to use it mainy for offroad but a knee injury stopped that, and in the past few years I've used it purely for commuting (10K's to school and back, 30-40K rides on weekends, stuff like that).

I'm just wondering if purchasing a road bike would be more appropriate t


re:fine craftsmanship in bike assembly
In category Tech issues
Written by Ryoma

This morning while watching New Yankee Workshop, and as ususal being amazed by the craftsmanship and attention to detail that Norm gives all his pieces,
I thought to myself - what things define "'fine craftsmanship' in the assembly of a bike? What are the little details that separate the hackers from the masters? A few that come to mind:

- filing or grinding the ends of cable housings to a neat


Help me decide on a great commuter bike
In category Tech issues
Written by jellyphisher

I'm in the process of trying to put together (or buy if there's one available) a great commuter/bad weather bike.

I intend to use it mostly for commuting (12 miles each way in reasonably hilly terrain--takes me about 45-50 minutes), especially in rainy weather.
When the weather is nice and the roads are clear, I'll probably ride my road bike instead.

My 54cm Trek 5200 fits me like a glove, so I'


re:handlebar width for new road bike
In category Tech issues
Written by 51875

I currently use an old Brahma bar on an old Giant Iguana mountain bike for road riding (sounds crazy?). If you don't know what a braham bar is, here's a pic:

http://www.bikepro.com/products/handlebars/hndlbars_jpg/c1c_brahma.jpg

Some manufacturers also call this a trial bar since it's really good for sprinting and up hills (which is what I really use it for). I think triatheletes use them as wel


re:Cut cable housing with cable inside
In category Tech issues
Written by MartinSt

Anybody know of a way to cut brake cable housing while the cable is in the middle and not damaging it. I am almost done with transferring all my components from the old cracked road frame to the new road frame, except for the single cable housing piece that was used for the rear brake has to be cut into 2 peices with the new frame layout. It would save me undoing the handle bar tape and some other


re:Non-anatomic handlebars
In category Tech issues
Written by TurboChick

I find that my fingers cannot reach the brake levers from the drops. I have ITM anatomic bars and Campy brifters. This is my first road bike.

Would I have an easier reach with the non-anatomic bars?

It seems that nearly all the drop bars made today are the anatomic shape. Why have manufacturers stopped making the non-anatomic kind?


Limitations on triple chainring combinations with STI?
In category Tech issues
Written by ccrider

I'm planning to redo (new paint job + components) an older touring bike that is currently setup with Suntour 7spd (28-38-48 front 13-30 rear). The bike is used for a variety of things, including having a Burley Picollo trailer cycle + a 40 lb human ballast attached (they only seem to help pedal when going downhill). Sometimes a BOB trailer with ~40 lbs of gear are pulled as well. The bike isn't


Campy drivetrain setup for touring
In category Tech issues
Written by ccrider

I'm getting closer to figuring out what to do with my touring bike (13 year old Bruce Gordon Rock 'n Road currently w/ Suntour XC Comp; 130mm rear spacing; 68mm bottom bracket). My plan is to strip it down this winter, and send it out to be repainted and then rebuild it with a new drivetrain. So now some questions...

For a number of reasons, I want to go with Campagnolo Ergo brifters on drop ba


re:Drop bar brake levers
In category Tech issues
Written by Bluecynic

I'm building a single-speed cyclocross/road bike, so I need to get brake levers for a traditional drop bar. Because I have Campagnolo Ergopower levers on my primary bike, I obviously have preference to the same hood shape. However, the only brake-only levers made by Campagnolo are the $120+ Record levers, which don't really fit into this concept of a modest low-budget winter bike.

Would it make a


re:Scott Drop-in question...
In category Tech issues
Written by 72297

I have a new Scott Drop in bar, but no box or paperwork. There is no metal sleeve at the top center of the bars, the bars don't bulge at all where the stem would go, they are a consistent width all the way along the bars. What clamp size would these be???


re:long lever return spring on Dura Ace STI levers
In category Tech issues
Written by taospowder

Listed among my many faults is the desire to take things apart that I shouldn't, like the above shift/brake levers. I got it back together but now the long lever doesn't spring back into position after shifting up into larger rear cogs. The long lever return spring is located under the grey plastic cover on the front of the lever. It fit in nicely when
I reassembled it but it wasn't under any tens


re:Handlebar choice ?
In category Tech issues
Written by ccrider

I'm looking for some new bars to replace my Cinelli Giro d'Italia 64 bars.
I find that the slope on the top part of the Cinelli's makes it difficult for me to maintain a comfy hand position when riding "on the hoods". What I specifically want is a handlebar that has the upper part of the hooks nearly parallel to the lower part of the hooks.

The LBS doesn't have anything in stock that appears to m


re:How do I buy a decent kid's bike?
In category Tech issues
Written by hrd2hndle

Both my kids (9 and 6) have become fairly proficient riders over the past year. The older one was a late starter, but is now a maniac on two wheels.
We have them both riding Wally World specials that I am constantly fighing to maintain in working order. This was an intentional decision as we didn't want to drop too much money on their initial "training" bikes. They are both on the verge of outg


re:sizing a friend
In category Tech issues
Written by WalrusOnYourFace

Doing my bit to help ring in the new year, I volunteered last night to help better fit a friend to her hybrid bike. She was complaining about tingling in her hands. I'm familiar with road bike fitting but am not sure how to apply that knowledge specifically to getting her stem legnth set correctly (she's got flat bars with some sort of bar ends.) What guidlines should I use to get her more comfort


Adjusting cantilever brakes and brake quick release
In category Tech issues
Written by jellyphisher

I have a set of Avid Shorty 6 cantilever brakes on my Redline Conquest Pro frame with a set of STI 8-speed shifters (probably 105, but there are no labels left).

My question is about adjusting the brakes. It seems that when I adjust the brakes to be close enough to the rim so that I don't have to move the lever very much before braking actually starts, then the cable is too tight to be even possi


re:Exage brake levers
In category Tech issues
Written by kkaye

My LBS is one of those places where they don't sell new bikes, but have piles and piles of NOS from the last 20 years. I just picked up a pair of Exage/Shimano SLR "æro"(?) brake levers. Ummm... The QR's are semi-recessed and if the lever is snapped back, it goes back into the handle. I know I just need an exploded diagram or something to get this fixed, they can't be broken--they can't!

Als


re:brake levers, road bike, flat bar
In category Tech issues
Written by Pink

I have put together a flat bar road bike with grip shifters and mountain type brake levers. this setup is for my wife and she really likes the design mainly because she has mastered the grip shift on the mountain bike and doesn't have to go through a new learning process which can be tough on both of us. One problem is that I don't feel the rear brake has enough power for a safe emergency stop. I


re:Cyclocross parts/frame question
In category Tech issues
Written by hrd2hndle

As some of you may know I'm an active cyclist. I do about 10.000 miles/year on my racing bikes.

I have some spareparts here(wheelset, chain, cassette, bracket, saddle) and
I'm tempted to build a cyclocross bike.

Since I have no or little experience with these bikes, I would like to hear from you.

I'll ride it during cold days in the winter, when a hard wind is blowing, on flat unpaved roads in


re:extra brake levers on top
In category Tech issues
Written by lil swimmer782

I was in my local bike shop today and saw something new on the handlebars of road bikes. It is an extra set of brake levers on the top/horizontal section of the handlebars. They offer the ability to brake with your hands resting on the top of the handlebars instead of having to move them down to the normal brake levers/shifters. My question is...can I retrofit my Ultegra to include these and wh




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