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Bought from here a few years back and bringing it back pass on after 3200 miles. Frame is in good shape. Paint was from original owner and has worn in places. Would re-paint and have a super nice frame. Pics below shows…
I've got Hurricane Ridge's on my Carbonda 505 and love them. I previously had the Pano GK knobbies in 43. The Pano's wore out quickly. The Hurricane Ridge feel great on pavement and I'm buying into most of the hype…
Something that's available and a great value is the Thesis OB1. These days the build kit can be hard to get. Also might point you to the Rodeo Labs Flanimal if you're open to a Carbon / Steel combo frame. The Spinergy…
Like Rooster, I initially seat my tires at near max pressure to encourage seating and allowing the sealant to do it's job. Using the Bontrager TLR Flash Charger has resulted in seating every tire the first time with no…
The noise is a result of "high engagement". Yes, some high end hubs have a nearly trade marked growl but it's really due pursuing 1 deg of crank movement instead of 3 or more degrees. This is helpful on MTB where you'll…
I built my bike GRX 2x specifically as I wanted close ratio shifting. I find that I more easily hit my 90 rpm cadence. IMO, the only 1x option I'd consider is the new Campy Ekar. Supposedly nicer disc brake feel than…
I've got 600 or so miles on GP5000 32c. They wear fairly well and are comfy. I'm riding them 47lbs front and 50-51 lbs on the rear. Bike and rider are about 235lbs total.
For your reading pleasure. https://www.renehersecycles.com/why-700c-wheels-dont-roll-faster/
I've gotten both the GX (gravel) and GX32 (road) wheelset. I continue to be super impressed. My only experience is both sets have needed to be re-taped otherwise I get leakage through the nipple holes. Soapy water…
Slim wrote: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1TP2UiAIyAbK7iR2X0mlGWWB7aJkbOecfrCmimqwcdGk/edit#gid=133566871 I've listened to the Marginal Gains podcast with Tom Anhalt that derived this info is interviewed. I…
Regarding Thru-Axles, I got mine with Robert Axle Project front and back. I've acquired the new hanger and will be using another Robert Axle Project axle. They're nice and light weight. You'll likely need to do the…
nellborg, thx! I've been using the Silca professional calc as well. Mentioning Silca and referring to "tamer gravel", what is tamer? Does the road categories the Silca calc uses for grade 1 equate to tame?
nellborg wrote: rdavis32 - just a data point for you - my Barlow Pass EL's on 22mm ID rims are 41mm wide as measured with calipers. The thin and supple casing stretches a bit. That might be an issue if your frame is…
Am recently in your shoes and would change my choices at this point. My wheels are Spinergy GX (off road) and GX32 (road) both have bladed spokes. I went with the same hub and close to same cassette so I can swap…
I had Farsports wheels and know others using Light Bicycle wheels with no issues. If you're racing at top level then maybe the expense is warranted. I believe these 2 companies in particular have earned the trust of…
Got my 505 (formerly Kowalski's) built and will get my inaugural ride in this weekend! Got the Spinergy's through Paul. Silca's Nastro Cuscino tape on FSA AGX bars.
Maquis wrote: 142*12mm as stated on the website. Per Adam (this AM) 169mm x 12mm 1.5 thread pitch. I just ordered replacement hangars as I've got the first one. Already have Robert Axle Project axle coming (172mm & 3mm…
On my CFR505, I have a through axle assembly that requires a nut (and keeper) on the derailleur side. Has anybody replaced the hanger and through axle with something less bulky? Thanks!
Cerps wrote: I've finally made it through this entire thread. I'm considering picking up a new in box 505 from someone local. Can someone please confirm the correct axle dimensions front and rear for the 505 with a…
The Shimano chain has a quick link and are some of the most power efficient and are priced well. I find them to shift better than my KMC that I was alternating on my road bike.