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re:Chain skipping
In category Tech issues
Written by super dude

I've just had a new chain (Shimano) fitted as part of a service on my bike and it's currently skipping badly on the sprockets.

I've done 3000miles on the bike and had a change of chain at 1500miles and now a second at 3000. Both times chain wear was acceptable (this last change was prompted by a chainchecker reading of just under 75%) so I would hope that the cassette doesn't need replacing yet.

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re:Is cleaning part of a complete ($140) overhaul ?
In category Tech issues
Written by bowhack

I just had a C$140 "complete overhaul" done as part of the replacement of a frame.

They didn't have to overhaul the bb or headset or front derailleur, since these are new.

They flatly refused to overhaul the pedals (inexpensive touring pedals, not clipless). Their description of a "complete overhaul" includes
"replace all ball bearings, repack with clean grease, assemble." Silly me, I

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