http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/-t1.htm For help with all the unanswered questions on bike maintenance...... Tue, 27 Oct 2009 18:11:00 GMT 10 http://www.cyclonemountainbikingclub.co.uk/index_files/banner.gif http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/-t1.htm http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/velotec-mobile-bike-mechanics-t1440.htm Paul www.velotec-uk.com]]> MAINTENANCE / BIKE TIPS Tue, 27 Oct 2009 18:11:00 GMT http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/velotec-mobile-bike-mechanics-t1440.htm#7962 http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/velotec-mobile-bike-mechanics-t1440.htm http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/hope-pro-2-rear-hub-drifts-t1401.htm zebardy Does anyone have a set of hope drift tools for removing and replacing the bearings on a hope pro 2 rear hub? MAINTENANCE / BIKE TIPS Tue, 01 Sep 2009 13:22:43 GMT http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/hope-pro-2-rear-hub-drifts-t1401.htm#7710 http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/hope-pro-2-rear-hub-drifts-t1401.htm http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/for-your-info-websitetape2go-t1328.htm Little Gav
They are also nice people to deal with.

http://tape2go.com/]]> MAINTENANCE / BIKE TIPS Wed, 10 Jun 2009 09:08:38 GMT http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/for-your-info-websitetape2go-t1328.htm#7162 http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/for-your-info-websitetape2go-t1328.htm http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/powder-coating-t1393.htm np john i just wondered if there was any bike shop locally who will strip a bike down send to the powder coaters and then rebuild it for you. i know if i start stripping it down im gonna knacker it. MAINTENANCE / BIKE TIPS Thu, 27 Aug 2009 11:09:56 GMT http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/powder-coating-t1393.htm#7683 http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/powder-coating-t1393.htm http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/scott-genius-swingarm-bearing-replacement-t1203.htm Kurt I have just been inspecting / cleaning my 2007 Scott Genius and have detected some play in the swingarm pivot bearing, just beneath the rear shock mount. Has anyone experience of replacing them. Are they easy to replace, or do they need specialist attention? A friend of mine just had the same problem with his Scott Spark20, simply got some new bearings from his local bike shop (Sherwood Pines) and swapped them over. I'm hoping mine will be as simple to do. MAINTENANCE / BIKE TIPS Sun, 25 Jan 2009 21:53:09 GMT http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/scott-genius-swingarm-bearing-replacement-t1203.htm#6379 http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/scott-genius-swingarm-bearing-replacement-t1203.htm http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/hope-pro-2-aluminium-freehub-body-and-cassettes-t1366.htm DaveL I've just found out the hard way that a SRAM 970 cassette isn't a high enough spec for the hope pro2 aluminium freehub body. The mounting of the individual sprockets doesn't give enough support and the sprockets have started to chew away at the freehub body. The answer - use XT grade cassettes (or equivalent where the sprockets are fully supported so there are no stress points on the freehub body) or the stell freehub body aftermarket option (heavier but more solid than the Alu one). ...and ... MAINTENANCE / BIKE TIPS Tue, 28 Jul 2009 23:22:23 GMT http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/hope-pro-2-aluminium-freehub-body-and-cassettes-t1366.htm#7477 http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/hope-pro-2-aluminium-freehub-body-and-cassettes-t1366.htm http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/strains-pains-t1304.htm Little Gav
I've stumbled across this very useful site whilst trying to find ways of improving the latest bike related ache.

Might be helpful to one or more of you at sometime.

http://www.physioroom.com/]]> MAINTENANCE / BIKE TIPS Mon, 18 May 2009 14:53:08 GMT http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/strains-pains-t1304.htm#7012 http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/strains-pains-t1304.htm http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/hope-pro-2-rear-hub-service-t1260.htm Martin
Thanks.]]> MAINTENANCE / BIKE TIPS Sun, 22 Mar 2009 22:35:46 GMT http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/hope-pro-2-rear-hub-service-t1260.htm#6703 http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/hope-pro-2-rear-hub-service-t1260.htm http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/best-frame-for-woburn-t1137.htm Kal My shortlist is the Trek Fuel EX8, Santacruz Superlight, Blur LT or the Yeti AS-R SL??
I'm also open to suggestions if anyone thinks i'm missing I right cracker!!! ]]> MAINTENANCE / BIKE TIPS Sun, 23 Nov 2008 20:50:47 GMT http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/best-frame-for-woburn-t1137.htm#5951 http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/best-frame-for-woburn-t1137.htm http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/camelbak-crud-t1109.htm Tom Hi guys, Had a build up of white gunk in my Camelbak bladder recently and nearly threw it away. I couldn't seem to scrub it off easily, even using a stiff brush. I usually stick energy drinks in it, PSP22 or GO. As I clean it pretty thoroughly I sent an email to Science in Sport asking them if they had any advice on preventing this in future. Here's the reply: Science in Sport wrote: Thankyou for your e-mail and sorry for the delay in getting back to you. Camelbak Crud is nasty, ... MAINTENANCE / BIKE TIPS Wed, 22 Oct 2008 17:08:43 GMT http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/camelbak-crud-t1109.htm#5746 http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/camelbak-crud-t1109.htm http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/which-tyres-do-you-peepsicles-use-for-the-winter-t1105.htm chambo
in need of some new tyres on the santa and considering getting some bontrager mud x , has anyone used these before , if so are they any good ? or is it gonna be better to get something a bit less mud specific bearing in mind its usually muddy in this country for 300 days a year !! lol

any opinions much appreciated

chambo]]> MAINTENANCE / BIKE TIPS Thu, 16 Oct 2008 22:13:46 GMT http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/which-tyres-do-you-peepsicles-use-for-the-winter-t1105.htm#5683 http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/which-tyres-do-you-peepsicles-use-for-the-winter-t1105.htm http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/trail-skill-t1085.htm otick
can someone help me improve with my trail skills as i'm am going on a day trip to the Peak District


p.s. i've got a trek fuel ex demo bike for this sunday

and can someone cheak that i have the right sort of clothes of the peaks]]> MAINTENANCE / BIKE TIPS Tue, 30 Sep 2008 15:56:24 GMT http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/trail-skill-t1085.htm#5523 http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/trail-skill-t1085.htm http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/new-wheels-t1073.htm zebardy I'm looking at ordering some new wheels and I'm having trouble deciding whether to go with DT competition spokes or DT revolution spokes. So does anyone have any experiences with these two types of spokes? My main concern is the durability of the DT revolution spokes. MAINTENANCE / BIKE TIPS Fri, 19 Sep 2008 11:10:38 GMT http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/new-wheels-t1073.htm#5424 http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/new-wheels-t1073.htm http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/tubeless-tire-repair-t1014.htm SteveT Another DNF last night on the FNSS, does anyone know how to repair a tubeless tire? MAINTENANCE / BIKE TIPS Sat, 02 Aug 2008 09:52:33 GMT http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/tubeless-tire-repair-t1014.htm#5058 http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/tubeless-tire-repair-t1014.htm http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/oh-the-creaking-make-it-stop-t995.htm Julian Ok so some of you may have noticed when pushing on my pedals i creak like a you no what. Im not great with bikes but can do the basics. Did take it up to evans but some1 pointed out they are useless fucks which i soon found out after them saying "I dunno" lol. some lad even said he tried this bike out and its somthign to do with it needing a wear in. now its been a while now and i do use it a fair bit. Still does it.... Any1 any tips or care to take a look when im next ... MAINTENANCE / BIKE TIPS Fri, 25 Jul 2008 19:54:05 GMT http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/oh-the-creaking-make-it-stop-t995.htm#4918 http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/oh-the-creaking-make-it-stop-t995.htm http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/what-spears-t977.htm otick i'm trying not to pack the kichen sink in my backpack

thank you help in advace

your sincelery
jason]]> MAINTENANCE / BIKE TIPS Tue, 15 Jul 2008 22:20:28 GMT http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/what-spears-t977.htm#4796 http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/what-spears-t977.htm http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/hey-peeps-frame-advice-please-t959.htm chambo
a mate of mine is thinking of getting a full bouncer . he has seen a VIPER on CRC with carbon chain stays and is wondering if they are any good

any advice much appreciated

chambo]]> MAINTENANCE / BIKE TIPS Fri, 27 Jun 2008 14:20:25 GMT http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/hey-peeps-frame-advice-please-t959.htm#4685 http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/hey-peeps-frame-advice-please-t959.htm http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/frame-help-t951.htm otick hi im thiking of building a bike need some advice i found some on ebay are this the type of frame i shoud be looking for that can do what ever i what 2 do http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Marin-Attack-Trail-Mountain-Bike-Frame-New_W0QQitemZ330246127402QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item330246127402&_trkparms=72%3A12%7C39%3A1%7C65%3A12&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14 http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/rocky-mountain-slayer-90-frame_W0QQitemZ230263736200QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item230263736200&_trkparms=72%3A12%7C39%3A1%7C65%3A12&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14 http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/2006-Marin-Rift-Zone-Full-suspension-frame-with-Fox-R_W0QQitemZ250262214421QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item250262214421&_trkparms=72%3A12%7C39%3A1%7C65%3A12&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14 http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Trek-Liquid-Full-Suspension-Frame_W0QQitemZ140242247578QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item140242247578&_trkparms=72%3A12%7C39%3A1%7C65%3A12&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14 http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/KONA-FULL-SUSPENSION-17-inch-FRame-air-shock-Good-con_W0QQitemZ120271584955QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item120271584955&_trkparms=72%3A12%7C39%3A1%7C65%3A12&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14 any ... MAINTENANCE / BIKE TIPS Mon, 23 Jun 2008 17:40:43 GMT http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/frame-help-t951.htm#4624 http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/frame-help-t951.htm http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/wot-tyres-t940.htm jim
but a good all rounder for woburn sands

any advice welcome

cheers]]> MAINTENANCE / BIKE TIPS Fri, 13 Jun 2008 08:44:33 GMT http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/wot-tyres-t940.htm#4558 http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/wot-tyres-t940.htm http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/i-just-cant-get-used-to-them-t932.htm Julian with me bike came some shimano peddles? lock in cleats or somthing? so i went out n bought myself some shoes to fit the cleats on and give it a shot. I cant for the life of me get used to them, might fo out n get some nice flat peddles with some nice fat soft shoes. or should i keep trying. I only say this becuase the other day i stopped outsite my house and forgot my feet were clipped in and could do anything about it but fall over with my bike. MAINTENANCE / BIKE TIPS Thu, 05 Jun 2008 20:40:01 GMT http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/i-just-cant-get-used-to-them-t932.htm#4496 http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/i-just-cant-get-used-to-them-t932.htm http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/disc-brake-help-t887.htm Jase_MK Hi folks, got a bit of a worrying problem. I'm running a Hope Mono M4 (I think) front brake which is fairly new, I've only done maybe 10 rides on it. Up till now it's performed brilliantly. The bike went into Evans last week to have the rear hose shortened and bled but they also said they'd 'adjust' the front if it needed doing, not sure if they touched it or not. Anyway, whilst giving the bike a clean and mini service yesterday I noticed that whilst riding up and down my road, if I ... MAINTENANCE / BIKE TIPS Thu, 08 May 2008 08:33:59 GMT http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/disc-brake-help-t887.htm#4271 http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/disc-brake-help-t887.htm http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/hayes-nine-breaks-t900.htm zebardy After breaking the pin off one of the pistons on my rear caliper I've managed to disassemble the caliper replace the piston and re assemble it. I have now just pent 2 hours trying to bleed my rear break with very little success (apart from redecorating a corner of the garage with break fluid, when the tube kept popping off the caliper valve :S). I now have no air coming out of either end of the system, yet the handle is still going back to the bar and the pistons are not moving . Any tips help ... MAINTENANCE / BIKE TIPS Wed, 14 May 2008 20:24:25 GMT http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/hayes-nine-breaks-t900.htm#4325 http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/hayes-nine-breaks-t900.htm http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/1oo-to-120-mil-forks-under-200-t838.htm phil what ones do you recomend, I've seen some 335sl recons for 200 but think they are not aftermarket as i cant find them on the net to see reveiws,
or maybe some marzochis,
input would be appreciated,

thanks monsieirs, and madamomseils.]]> MAINTENANCE / BIKE TIPS Fri, 28 Mar 2008 20:12:44 GMT http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/1oo-to-120-mil-forks-under-200-t838.htm#3964 http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/1oo-to-120-mil-forks-under-200-t838.htm http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/if-you-can-t-afford-a-carbon-frame-t843.htm Si Build it yourself]]> MAINTENANCE / BIKE TIPS Tue, 01 Apr 2008 13:27:59 GMT http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/if-you-can-t-afford-a-carbon-frame-t843.htm#3990 http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/if-you-can-t-afford-a-carbon-frame-t843.htm http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/chain-issues-t811.htm MKSteve Hi all! After snapping my chain twice in one week, I thought I'd ask for some advice... How often should I be replacing the chain? (last replaced sept last year + I fitted a new cassette) What is a good replacement? What lube should I be using around the woods at this time of year? Currently I use GT85 as it's cheap! After a chain snaps, is it then bin fodder, or can I carry on riding it after I've re-joined it? I've never snapped chains in the past, but now ... MAINTENANCE / BIKE TIPS Tue, 26 Feb 2008 18:06:07 GMT http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/chain-issues-t811.htm#3805 http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/chain-issues-t811.htm http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/removing-stickers-from-a-frame-t780.htm Jase
They appear to have been on there for about 10years and there’s no way they are just peeling off.

Ta.]]> MAINTENANCE / BIKE TIPS Thu, 31 Jan 2008 09:34:12 GMT http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/removing-stickers-from-a-frame-t780.htm#3689 http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/removing-stickers-from-a-frame-t780.htm http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/lights-t771.htm Paul I've just broken the charger for my lights (cateye ABS 20N). I can't bodge the wiring and I can't find a replacement on the net although there is one on Zyro (Cateye importers I think) for the ABS 20! Since the lights are no longer available I would like some advice on what to buy next. The ABS 20N were 2 x 10W halogen lamps, one wide and one spot, so I guess this should be the minimum requirement. Since I own 3 bikes, it should be quick and easy to switch between bikes which gives another ... MAINTENANCE / BIKE TIPS Sat, 19 Jan 2008 21:53:46 GMT http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/lights-t771.htm#3630 http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/lights-t771.htm http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/new-chain-to-clean-or-not-to-clean-that-is-the-question-t767.htm CrashBoy
Anyone have any views would be welcomed.]]> MAINTENANCE / BIKE TIPS Tue, 15 Jan 2008 16:54:06 GMT http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/new-chain-to-clean-or-not-to-clean-that-is-the-question-t767.htm#3608 http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/new-chain-to-clean-or-not-to-clean-that-is-the-question-t767.htm http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/xtr-rotors-t723.htm SteveT Can i put a 140mm rotor on the back instead of a 160mm? MAINTENANCE / BIKE TIPS Wed, 05 Dec 2007 22:39:10 GMT http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/xtr-rotors-t723.htm#3405 http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/xtr-rotors-t723.htm http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/advise-please-t687.htm Kal Anyone with any expereince of the Viper and Merlin frames?? I was looking at getting the Viper Carbon Lite Hardtail of CRC for £250, but after seeing the Melin frame in your for sale section I'm very tempted with that, if it's still going!!! What i save on the Viper i can use to get a decent set of rims!! I have a GT at the mo and wanted to get a lighter frame without the V Brake mounts!!! Any advice would be very helpful!!! MAINTENANCE / BIKE TIPS Sun, 28 Oct 2007 15:48:17 GMT http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/advise-please-t687.htm#3247 http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/advise-please-t687.htm http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/new-pedals-clipless-t586.htm MKSteve Hi all! Been doing a little maintainance on ye olde Univega this weekend, and have noticed that my pedals seem to be on the way out. Bearings are grinding, and they feel quite stiff. So, gonna get a new set in a few weeks time. Should I use this oppurtunity to upgrade to clipless? if so which ones? Only ever ridden flatties, but interested in the performance advantage with clipless. Anyone got any recommendations? A cheap set seems to be a good way to go, at least then I haven't ... MAINTENANCE / BIKE TIPS Sat, 11 Aug 2007 19:05:17 GMT http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/new-pedals-clipless-t586.htm#2662 http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/new-pedals-clipless-t586.htm http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/swing-arm-bearing-replacement-t571.htm Tin Tin

I guess it should be easy enough to change; just a pin and two bushes if I can get the parts and press them in!]]> MAINTENANCE / BIKE TIPS Fri, 03 Aug 2007 20:29:16 GMT http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/swing-arm-bearing-replacement-t571.htm#2588 http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/swing-arm-bearing-replacement-t571.htm http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/tubeless-tyres-t639.htm tezza Hi-ho chaps, some advice needed. I,ve been pondering about changing to tubeless tyres for a while now; I normally run Bonty Mud X in winter and a different set of summer tyres. If I use something like Stans No tubes how messy/difficult is swapping the tyres gonna be? Ta very much MAINTENANCE / BIKE TIPS Tue, 18 Sep 2007 12:07:41 GMT http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/tubeless-tyres-t639.htm#2976 http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/tubeless-tyres-t639.htm http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/grr-bloody-shimano-chains-t608.htm Tom This is why I usually buy SRAM chains: Shimano tat. Brand new chain, pin just wouldn't budge, even reversing it out the other way. I should have learnt my lesson last time I tried breaking a Shimano chain and it tore off half of the face of one of the outer links. Not even a cheap chaintool. Grr! Anyone else have these problems?! Good news is; at least I don't have to decide whether or not to cycle hungover this afternoon. I can't! Tom MAINTENANCE / BIKE TIPS Mon, 27 Aug 2007 16:15:35 GMT http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/grr-bloody-shimano-chains-t608.htm#2778 http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/grr-bloody-shimano-chains-t608.htm http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/which-forks-t569.htm chambo ]]> MAINTENANCE / BIKE TIPS Fri, 03 Aug 2007 16:29:19 GMT http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/which-forks-t569.htm#2585 http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/which-forks-t569.htm http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/tyre-recommendations-please-t535.htm stanthebiker )

The Specialized Rockster types that came with my (second-hand) Rockhopper seem to be woefully inadequate.

So I would like some recommendations please for the best tyres to use at, say, Chicksands and Woburn Sands.]]> MAINTENANCE / BIKE TIPS Sun, 08 Jul 2007 23:19:18 GMT http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/tyre-recommendations-please-t535.htm#2417 http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/tyre-recommendations-please-t535.htm http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/disc-brakes-on-an-old-bike-t509.htm tezza Going to show my ignorance of all things bikey now so please bear with me!!! I have been given an old (99-2000) Spesh Big Hit with a manitou front fork that has some old rusted V-brakes on it. Do i need to spruce them v-brakes up or can i fix disc brakes to a bike with no mounting disc points? I think I,ll have to go with new v-brakes unless anyone knows differently. Thanks all MAINTENANCE / BIKE TIPS Fri, 29 Jun 2007 11:42:26 GMT http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/disc-brakes-on-an-old-bike-t509.htm#2330 http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/disc-brakes-on-an-old-bike-t509.htm http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/andy-can-i-borrow-t478.htm Tom Andy, Have mislaid your phone number, otherwise I'd ring you (my mobile is in someone else's car). Could I ask a favour of you? Can I borrow your fork-fitting tools over the weekend please? Ideally, if you've got them, I'd like the whole she-bang: - star nut tool - crown race jammer-on-er - headset press (if you have one, not too important if you don't as the cups don't _strictly_ need replacing). - headset cup remover (again, if you have one) - hacksaw, saw guide - if you ... MAINTENANCE / BIKE TIPS Thu, 31 May 2007 16:34:59 GMT http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/andy-can-i-borrow-t478.htm#2151 http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/andy-can-i-borrow-t478.htm http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/uneven-pad-wear-on-xt-disk-brakes-t476.htm SteveT
I replaced the disk pads a couple of months ago so they've had about 400-450km of use. I noticed last night the front pads are not doing what they should, the pad on the piston side is totally worn and the other side looks like new. The rear pads are fine and are fitted the same way as the front, has anyone had or seen this problem before?

Cheers
Steve]]> MAINTENANCE / BIKE TIPS Wed, 30 May 2007 08:04:30 GMT http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/uneven-pad-wear-on-xt-disk-brakes-t476.htm#2113 http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/uneven-pad-wear-on-xt-disk-brakes-t476.htm http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/crazy-question-t453.htm Craig A bloke at work asked me and to be honest I haven't got a clue. Would a road wheel - 700c fit a standard MTB fork and frame? I know/think the 700c wheel is 27" but the tyre has a lower profile so the outer circumference might be the same as a 26" MTB wheel/tyre combi. Also would the holes drilled at the top of the fork and between the rear stays actually fit road calipers? MAINTENANCE / BIKE TIPS Fri, 18 May 2007 15:10:48 GMT http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/crazy-question-t453.htm#1980 http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/crazy-question-t453.htm http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/which-pads-t441.htm chambo hi all just quick question regarding pads 4 my 'bargain of the century' avid juicy carbon brakes !! gonna need new pads on the rear sooner rather than later and not sure whether 2 get sintered or not ? any advice welcome please cheers peeps MAINTENANCE / BIKE TIPS Thu, 10 May 2007 13:10:29 GMT http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/which-pads-t441.htm#1871 http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/which-pads-t441.htm http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/garmin-edge-305-t408.htm SteveT
I'm having a few problems with this gps gadget. The whole idea whole idea of getting the thing was to plan a route on the pc and then upload it and follow the route. Does anyone else have this model? What software are you using to plan routes?
Also I tried to record the route on Sunday, it didn't work very well and complained of poor satellite coverage.

Cheers
Steve]]> MAINTENANCE / BIKE TIPS Mon, 23 Apr 2007 10:52:24 GMT http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/garmin-edge-305-t408.htm#1703 http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/garmin-edge-305-t408.htm http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/rock-shox-reba-race-dual-air-would-you-t449.htm Tom As title says - going to get some new forks for my Trek in the next few days / weeks and I'm thinking of going for Rock Shox Rebas. What do people think of the Rock Shox Reba Race 'Dual Air' forks? http://www.wiggle.co.uk/ProductDetail.aspx?Cat=cycle&ProdID=5360027237 I can pick a pair up from Wiggle for £287, which seems pretty good. Little Gav - did you ever decide if Poplock and / or U-turn was for you? I feel like I'd need some persuading to go for either, as I don't ... MAINTENANCE / BIKE TIPS Wed, 16 May 2007 17:09:25 GMT http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/rock-shox-reba-race-dual-air-would-you-t449.htm#1951 http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/rock-shox-reba-race-dual-air-would-you-t449.htm http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/things-i-learnt-today-t402.htm Tom ... The tyre sealant that comes with Hutchinson's tubeless tyre repair kit is actually superglue. I learnt this after I glued my thumb to my tyre. Fortunately I could still just about pull it away! What do other people use to seal punctures in tubeless tyres? I'm a bit sceptical about this Hutchinson stuff, as it strikes me that superglue is a bit brittle and might crack when the tyre flexes. Tom MAINTENANCE / BIKE TIPS Tue, 17 Apr 2007 21:28:51 GMT http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/things-i-learnt-today-t402.htm#1677 http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/things-i-learnt-today-t402.htm http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/creaky-bottom-t395.htm Craig I have a creak which I think is coming from the drive side of the crank when under pressure. It's only recently come on. The BB and the crank came off my old bike and were a bit reluctant to be seperated and had to be persuaded with some wood and a hammer but were quiet when I first fitted them, there's no play. The pedals are brand new. Any suggestions or typical culprits? Cheers MAINTENANCE / BIKE TIPS Sun, 08 Apr 2007 16:50:27 GMT http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/creaky-bottom-t395.htm#1640 http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/creaky-bottom-t395.htm http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/which-chain-t381.htm chambo hey guys gonna be changing my 8 speed cassette chain and shifters and getting sum 9 speed prob xt shifters+shimano 9 speed lx cassette . just wondering what chain i should get ? not sure whether 2stick with shimano or get summat different ? any help much appreciated cheers peeps MAINTENANCE / BIKE TIPS Fri, 30 Mar 2007 19:04:40 GMT http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/which-chain-t381.htm#1594 http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/which-chain-t381.htm http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/crank-puller-t365.htm not_so_speedy_daz I don't want to buy one as Im planning to replace it with an external BB

cheers

Darren]]> MAINTENANCE / BIKE TIPS Fri, 16 Mar 2007 15:57:17 GMT http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/crank-puller-t365.htm#1495 http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/crank-puller-t365.htm http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/front-fork-replacement-t285.htm tezza I have an old rigid Spesh Hard Rock Sport that I,ve just bought a new front sus fork for. How difficult is it to change the forks on an older bike? Should i take it to the bike shop and get it done properly or have ago myself? Its an old bike so I wouuld like to try it, even if i get it wrong. MAINTENANCE / BIKE TIPS Wed, 24 Jan 2007 12:27:50 GMT http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/front-fork-replacement-t285.htm#1088 http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/front-fork-replacement-t285.htm http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/bottom-bracket-sizing-t53.htm Craig Guys. I have just purchased a new frame but don't have much info on it except to say that it's brand new (well never used and new enough for disc mounts), 17", unpainted, magnesium alloy, 3lb and is one of the Saracen Kili's. Anyway... on the build up I'll need to fit a bottom bracket but not having one fitted I'll need to size it. I have a couple old spares in my tool box I could use as a guide but there must be a way of properly measuring this? Cheers. MAINTENANCE / BIKE TIPS Mon, 20 Nov 2006 13:57:46 GMT http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/bottom-bracket-sizing-t53.htm#277 http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/bottom-bracket-sizing-t53.htm http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/seat-clamp-size-t321.htm Craig Guys, My new frame has a 30.4mm outer diameter seat post tube. I need to get a larger clamp. I am looking at the Hope ones on CRC. Trouble is what size? Do I go for 31.8 and hope that it'll compress down enough to clamp the post or go for one of the other manufacturers who do a 30.0 and hope that I can squeeze it on thus ensuring it will clamp down? Cheers MAINTENANCE / BIKE TIPS Sat, 10 Feb 2007 13:27:00 GMT http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/seat-clamp-size-t321.htm#1296 http://cyclonembc.editboard.com/maintenance-bike-tips-f5/seat-clamp-size-t321.htm