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| location | Epsom, United Kingdom | |
| age | 43 | |
| visits | member for | 10 months |
| seen | 11 hours ago | |
| stats | profile views | 4 |
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Apr 2 |
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Is a bike faster than a car for the first ten metres? There was a demonstration on one of the kids science programs on TV in the UK a while ago. A sprinter, a high performance car and a cyclist did a 10m race. The sprinter won, the car was second and the cycle third (by quite a long way). The explanation there was power to weight ratios. |
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Mar 12 |
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Is a 7 speed chainring compatible with an 8, 9 or 10 speed cassette and chain? Just to update - I have now added the 10 gear cassette and chain. It's been working fine since July with no change to the chainrings (to date). |
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Mar 4 |
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Are tow-hitch bike racks legal? In the UK, you need to have your number plate visible and also the tail lights and indicators. As you have a tow hitch fitted, presumably you also have a trailor light fitting. I use a tow hitch bike rack, and for short journeys with only one bike I just stick it on. When I have five bikes on it, I add a trailor board with repeat lights and numberplate. |
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Jan 23 |
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Can I add gears on a bmx? Many years ago, I used to have derailier mechs that fitted on the axle with a lug that engaged the frame to stop it being pulled forward by the chain. Maybe those are still around? That might need a longer axle. |
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Jan 18 |
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Mounting a 7-Speed Cassette on an 8/9 speed hub No problems at all with the set up - apart from the cost ... |
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Dec 14 |
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What kind of panniers is this tubus rack flange for? The old Karrimor panniers had a hook on an elastic cord that fitted into an eye at the bottom of the pannier too. |
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Nov 27 |
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Who has right of way at a staggered crossroad The green car shows the only time when you are allowed to wait in a box junction - when your exit is blocked only by oncoming traffic. |
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Oct 16 |
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Unscrewing a rounded allen bolt As well as what has been already said, if it has corroded in place, drilling through the middle can loosen it due to the heat generated. It's a good start for using a drill extractor. Also, if you have a screwdriver that fits the mangled hole well enough that can work. |
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Sep 28 |
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Mixing 9-speed Tiagra and 9-speed Deore XT Yes, always put on a new chain when you change the cassette. |
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Aug 21 |
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Could I be pumping up my tyres the wrong way? I found this morning that the barrel on my track pump had become slightly unscrewed. This meant that I was using more strokes than usual to get to the desired pressure, and I couldn't quite get there. |
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Aug 16 |
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Can a (relative) beginner adjust spacing on a 501 cromo road frame? I would look for wheels with 130mm hubs - these are still quite readily available. |
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Jul 25 |
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Does a typical floor pump have an integrated one-way valve? +1 I too press down on the press down on the presta valve to make sure that it is moving freely. |
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Jul 23 |
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Which parameters should I track with bicycle computer so I can analyze changes in my riding? I've often wanted an air speed sensor as well as the road speed. I'm not sure how feasible it is though. |
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Jul 17 |
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Converting crankset from 28-38-48 to 30-39-53 Would it be easier to change the cassette for one with smaller sprockets on? |
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Jul 6 |
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Why are bicycles considered vehicles and not “walking aid”? @Unsliced that was one of the examples used. If you are walking then you are a pedestrian. If you are scooting with one foot on the pedel then you are riding. |
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Jul 6 |
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Why are bicycles considered vehicles and not “walking aid”? I was reading in the CTC Cycle magazine that there is case law that covers when you are riding a bicycle and when you are a pedestrian. In summary if you have at least one foot on a pedal you are riding. |
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Jul 4 |
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Which tube size to prefer if several options apply? I would get item 19 now I've looked at your link. |
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Jul 3 |
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Is a 7 speed chainring compatible with an 8, 9 or 10 speed cassette and chain? Thanks. It was more would a 10 speed cassette and chain work with existing chainrings or do I need to change the whole lot together. I still use a downtube shifter set on friction so that will be alright to start with and the derailleur was changed recently for a 10 speed one chosen on availability rather than specifications. |
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Jul 2 |
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Are bicycle rear racks and panniers suitable for cross-country riding? It is more stable riding with panniers as the weight is lower down. Carrying a lot of weight in a rucksack puts extra strain on your back. I've just done a day ride off road (with my road bike) using panniers and towing my son on a trailgator. |
