I am what you would call a “bike geek” and my geekiness extends to all parts of the bicycle realm: new parts, gear ratios, going crazy about saving 1 ounce and also lubrication. It seems that most bicycle lubes do the trick for a single ride but few, however, do a great job all around. To me, keeping the bike quiet for 2 hours is just the beginning. A lube should also aid your shifting and keep your drivetrain fresher and if it keeps things clean, even better.
Showing posts with label parts. Show all posts
Showing posts with label parts. Show all posts
Thursday, June 16, 2011
Thursday, September 30, 2010
Quick Tech Tip: Brake Rotor Thickness
All disc brake rotors are the same thickness of 2 mm. Essentially, this means that all brands of rotors are interchangeable for given diameter.
However, since each company designs their brakes as a system, there may be variances in performance for using another brand's rotor. I have had no issues using Avid rotors with Shimano brakes.
Has anyone tried any combinations that have or have not worked? I would love to find something that decreases the noiseness of my Avid Exlixirs (especially when wet).
However, since each company designs their brakes as a system, there may be variances in performance for using another brand's rotor. I have had no issues using Avid rotors with Shimano brakes.
Has anyone tried any combinations that have or have not worked? I would love to find something that decreases the noiseness of my Avid Exlixirs (especially when wet).
Thursday, September 23, 2010
Superstar Components
"High Spec Parts for Peanuts"
In my recent search for the lightest weight flat pedals for the money, (I will post that scientific research in the near future) I stumbled upon Superstar Components. Based in Great Britain, Superstar Components says it is a high quality, discount parts retailer that buys directly from factories and sells direct to market.
Prices can be a bit confusing since they are in British Pounds but as of 3:33 PM on 9/23/10, just multiply by 1.5694 and there's your price in USD. The best news is that shipping is cheaper than for most US based retailers. It is a flat rate only 5 Pounds for shipments to the States, 2.50 within Europe and FREE within the UK. Wheels and other large items are excluded and you need to email them for those rates.
Click the jump to see the rest!
In my recent search for the lightest weight flat pedals for the money, (I will post that scientific research in the near future) I stumbled upon Superstar Components. Based in Great Britain, Superstar Components says it is a high quality, discount parts retailer that buys directly from factories and sells direct to market.
Prices can be a bit confusing since they are in British Pounds but as of 3:33 PM on 9/23/10, just multiply by 1.5694 and there's your price in USD. The best news is that shipping is cheaper than for most US based retailers. It is a flat rate only 5 Pounds for shipments to the States, 2.50 within Europe and FREE within the UK. Wheels and other large items are excluded and you need to email them for those rates.
Click the jump to see the rest!
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