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Shimano crank recall update.
I'm happy to have my bike back with minimal down time. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2023/Shimano-Recalls-Cranksets-for-Bicycles-Due-to-
started by imwjl · last reply by imwjl Oct 13, 2023
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NEW Electronic Gravel group from L-twoo
I think this is is awesome. I love that the number of gears are configurable via app. I wish it were wireless, but <shrug>. I just love to see…
started by FabioZang · last reply by pushstart Sep 21, 2023
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New GRX is Almost Here
Rather than making them all Microspline, shim is going to have another hub design yet for the 12spd road cassettes. Ugh. And a 2x 12 speed with 34t…
started by GSPChilliwack · last reply by Pipeliner Sep 7, 2023
3 replies303 views
RockShox Rudy Curious?
After a summer of less riding than I normally do because of some family health things, I have a few conclusions to update. I sold the Diverge because…
started by JWB475 · last reply by mtbnut87 Aug 25, 2023
18 replies2,303 views
Problem with SRAM Force Ix lever hitting bars
Your system may be under filled causing too much lever stroke to activate the brakes. When you fill/bleed you have to make sure the lever reach is…
started by Snake · last reply by ljsmith Aug 17, 2023
2 replies206 views
Bedding in Shimano Disk Brake Pads
😂
started by TwoWheeler · last reply by bnystrom Jun 29, 2023
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12 Speed GRX is coming
RideWithPride wrote: The talk I'm hearing the cage is the XT cage now. Hmm. This would be great news if the still unreleased 12 speed 105 mechanical…
started by ljsmith · last reply by zen_ Jun 3, 2023
4 replies454 views
2018 Salsa Vaya Tiagra 2x10 to 2x11?
Thanks! I was doing some research so I could have all needed parts on-hand (trying to minimize downtime), and thought I'd need a new free hub, but…
started by TimmyR · last reply by TimmyR May 15, 2023
2 replies134 views
Widest 2X Gearing for SRAM AXS or Shimano Di2
I forgot to ask what is the pin for and where does it go? I didnt change out the large ring. But thats only because the final bolt (it’s always the…
started by Gasman · last reply by Gasman Apr 28, 2023
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Shimano Cues
El wrote: I'm semi tempted on getting a CUES cassette just to see what's what. Why not just get the Deore 11-51? That we know will work with the…
started by El Wray · last reply by mtbnut87 Apr 22, 2023
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The smaller the 2x crankset chainrings, the larger the gear change (jump)
shmuelyosef wrote: 11-->13 is a 1.182 ratio and 13--->15 is 1.154 ratio...this is a meaningful difference. That's another reason I like bigger cogs.…
started by NoCoGreg · last reply by stu Apr 22, 2023
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GRX 48/31 with 105 front derailleur
I've got a pre-GRX bike with an Ultegra 8000 drivetrain. I'm using the Absolute Black 46/30 oval chainrings with the Ultegra cranks and the shifting…
started by Dan Reese · last reply by shmuelyosef Apr 22, 2023
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Using Ultegra FC-R8000 crankset with GRX & 105 components
My LBS and Moots customer service say match the Ultegra crank with Ultegra front derailleur and GRX crank with GRX front derailleur if you have GRX…
started by argh · last reply by imwjl Apr 22, 2023
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Shimano 105 Di2 Question
Terry_BetterShifting wrote: No, 105 Di2 is not compatible with any of the 11-speed GRX Di2 (electronic) parts. Sorry. Rats! Thanks!!
started by DerekJ_MI · last reply by DerekJ_MI Apr 6, 2023
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eeSilk Carbon Seatpost Failure
ntxgrvl wrote: To close the loop on this discussion, I spoke with CC customer service two days ago. It was an excellent discussion with a positive…
started by ntxgrvl · last reply by SWGraveler Apr 6, 2023
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Best way to get a grx di2 groupset? parts or combined?
DerekJ_MI wrote: I've been looking to get a Di2 set but went with the mechanical GRX because it's available. Still want the Di2 but it will have to…
started by stbtrax · last reply by DerekJ_MI Apr 5, 2023
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How precise is your GRX derailleur?
Also, make sure your shift cable moves freely int he housing. Replacing both is a good idea if not.
started by jromano89 · last reply by Pipeliner Mar 29, 2023
5 replies529 views
Rear Rack for Diamondback Haanjo 5
The issue is that the standard spread between the lower mounts for MTB & Gravel racks is 165mm. Older touring bike racks were designed to fit a 145…
started by Familyridz · last reply by Familyridz Mar 13, 2023
2 replies259 views
SRAM AXS pad-to-rotor gap? Anybody know the spec?
The “new” SRAM groups coming out will have redesigned calipers with more pad to rotor gap. But they are getting rid of the pad contact adjustment on…
started by NoCoGreg · last reply by ljsmith Mar 12, 2023
5 replies290 views
Berthoud saddles
Nope, definitely the saddle. It went away as soon as I put my cambium back on
started by Volsung · last reply by Volsung Mar 10, 2023
2 replies238 views