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They're just foam as far as I can tell.
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hacksaw will be my next step, but currently i need to get the steel bit out of the center then i can cut the plastic bits to peaces and remove them..
i've been killing bikes since 10 and i haven't had a problem this annoying
stupid stupid thing..
i can't seem to find any BB with metal cups, what about the external ones? will they fit?
all my experience is sadly with bmx'es and they are like SS bikes in a way just BB's different tbh
The Shimano UN55 now has a metal non drive side cup compared to the previous UN54 which had the plastic cup.
If you have stripped the threads from within the cranks then that is for the bin. Check online for a cheap 3400/3500 sora chainset and BB4600 external cups.
I've just bought a Specialized Phenom after a short stint with a Selle Italian which I really didn't get on with. Did 100km yesterday and it was much improved. I've found chamois cream and bib shorts with a thicker pad helped massively.
Aldi's cycling bits from Thurs:
http://www.aldi.co.uk/uk/html/offers/offers_week18Thursday13.htm
For a tenner you can't beat the packable waterproof jackets imo
http://www.aldi.co.uk/uk/html/offers/offers_week18Thursday13.htm
For a tenner you can't beat the packable waterproof jackets imo
Just be careful with the yellow one if you care about your clothing underneath; I've got something similar and it bleeds through.
Obviously shorts are a big factor as well, but have you had a seat bone fit?
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Does anyone live within a shortish driving distance of Northallerton, N Yorks that would be interested in going on some easyish rides with me somewhen?
Measuring your sit bones is really easy. Just bend over (oo-er), and feel for the two pointy bones in your cheeks and ask someone kindly to measure between them.
Then specialized have a nice chart which tell you what size saddle you need for different sit bone widths.
http://s32.photobucket.com/user/k4d...ts/7284336SpecializedSaddleFitMethod.jpg.html
Specialized are the only brand I found that had easy saddle sizing. Still doesn't guarantee comfort but gives you a better idea.
Soldato
Good point - I haven't measured properly but my current saddle seems to be OK as far as support goes, but I definitely need some sort of pressure relieving cutout. If I don't get on with the Romin then I'll go for something flatter profiled like a Toupe.
I've currently got a PX Arione clone that will be surplus to requirements once the Romin arrives, but that is more comfortable than the Charge Spoon it replaced.
I've been wanting a small saddle bag for the summer bike to replace the suitcase sized ones I have in a draw. Ordered an Arundel Uno and it does not dissapoint.
Inner tube, 2* tyre lever, mini multi tool:
Edit: Wait, just realised I ordered it Saturday evening from PBK and it was delivered Monday
Inner tube, 2* tyre lever, mini multi tool:
Edit: Wait, just realised I ordered it Saturday evening from PBK and it was delivered Monday
You might not need a cutout, just a wider saddle. Have you thought about a brooks?
Just bought a Fizik Arione CX w/ Kium rails test saddle from the bay for a tenner. Sure it's orange but that’s a £125 saddleMight see if I can reupholster it depending how bright it is.
Just get a cover: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Brand-New...sure_cycling_bikeparts_SR&hash=item257ad476fd.
Soldato
Follow up to my wheel issue of last week. One of the athletes I coach is a cycle mechanic so I gave it to him to look in to. It's repairable, great, but sadly spokes are not available. I've phoned around and can't find anyone with stock, and even if I find a few, it just defers the problem.
As such, I'm on the look out for some new wheels. Leading contention at the moment is a paid of Ultegra 6700 wheels for £230ish.
I want to buy new wheels ideally, so up to £300 is there anything else I should consider?
-James
As such, I'm on the look out for some new wheels. Leading contention at the moment is a paid of Ultegra 6700 wheels for £230ish.
I want to buy new wheels ideally, so up to £300 is there anything else I should consider?
-James
Soldato
Get some hand built wheels using commonly available parts. That way you can have something custom built to your needs and they will be repairable ad infinitum.
It shouldn't cost more that you are budgeting.
Ultegra hubs, DT Swiss Competiton Spokes and H Plus Son Archetype rims, 28 / 24 spokes: £300.
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Soldato
Thanks Asprilla. Ultergra hubs work out about £70 the pair I think, so could be on to something here if I can get the aforementioned friend to build them too!
Soldato
Really? I thought closer to £100. I get 105 5700 hubs for £60 on ebay and Ribble to 6700 Ultegra hubs for £98.52.
The prices I gave you were based on the wheel builder on justridingalong.co.uk. You can probably get parts cheaper elsewhere. The important thing is that you either speak to an experienced builder or do a lot of research. Expensive doesn't mean better and some combinations of hub and rim are better than others dues to flange width / height and the associated spoke angles.
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We have an account with Madison. Hence looking at the Shimano wheels, as that is the only factory built wheel they list. I don't quite get trade price, but get a good chunk off 
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I've been wanting a small saddle bag for the summer bike to replace the suitcase sized ones I have in a draw. Ordered an Arundel Uno and it does not dissapoint.
Inner tube, 2* tyre lever, mini multi tool:
Edit: Wait, just realised I ordered it Saturday evening from PBK and it was delivered Monday
Ahem, rule #29.
Hope Hoops. £300 will get you a set of pro 3 hubs with open pro rims. They're not the lightest but all the parts are available off the shelf and they're pretty tough.
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