Tagged Questions
0
votes
3answers
139 views
Do shops that sell used bikes normally also sell used parts?
I'd like to buy some used bike components. I don't want to shop online. But I don't want to have to travel too far to make my purchase.
Do bike shops that sell used bicycles normally also sell used ...
0
votes
2answers
346 views
Buying from AliExpress
I've notice that the business to business site AliBaba and it's more consumer friendly AliExpress website have a number of bike components for sale. They tend to be complete component groupsets and ...
3
votes
4answers
1k views
What initial improvements can I make to a Schwinn Sidewinder?
I bought a Schwinn Sidewinder from Walmart last night in a desperate attempt to get some exercise. I took it home and rode intensely for an hour, it was fantastic! I may be wrong, but I see bicycles ...
7
votes
3answers
4k views
How do I choose a bicycle fork?
I'm putting together a bicycle on a budget from a frame I was given and various parts from a bike with a broken frame. The only part of any expense that I really need is the fork, and I want to get ...
8
votes
1answer
803 views
Do I need to change my cassette if I can't see any wear?
I bought a new road bike with Campag Athena 11 speed in March last year. To the end of Jan it had covered 9000km.
In all that time I hadn't changed the chain because I don't have the Campag tool, and ...
5
votes
3answers
335 views
Where can I buy a wide range of used bike parts online?
Does anyone know of a reputable website that sells a wide range of used and second hand bike parts and components?
I'm helping a friend rebuild an older commuter bike and we are having trouble ...