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I had SRAM eTap with TT blips and using Rotor Q rings 53/39 and it was an absolute nightmare. Dropping chains like nobodies business no matter what I done/tried.
Glad it was only temporary as was just waiting on a round 54t single and got the front mech off the TT bike.
But yeah, my experience of oval rings and SRAM tie in with what I see here. Awful.
Yeah mine is good and had lots of use, although so many sizes and tools in there I'm sure I'll never use them all - it's just handy to know there's always something in there... Apart from smaller hex's!
Yes wouldn't pay usual price for it as very steep, but great offers on them and heard the lifetime warranty works.
Have not really seen/used a slide hammer. Is that the thing on the top left? Does it do like the name implies - fit/slide it in, then just hammer?
I've got one of these I've used a few times, is the slide hammer a similar concept? - https://www.wiggle.co.uk/park-tool-bottom-bracket-bearing-tool-set-bbt-304
I wouldn't worry too much about the scoring on the outer race as it looks minor, but would be more concerned with not getting it straight due to that. Does sound a little like the bearing has got crushed as it's too tight in there for it to spin (if it's not alignment).
Rode mine the last couple of days and it's fine! Works well with the TICKR. May question how grotty it'll get behind the unit, or maybe how the clip wears over many years (doesn't seem that strong), but won't age the poppers on the TICKR like the other as you're not undoing it.
But at that price happy to replace it every 2-3 years! Also the blue is very similar to the colour on my TICKR so looks great!
Nothing wrong with my strap, 7 years old. Some grotty colours on it, like it was 'rotting' (eww) and lost much of it's elasticity. But poppers still good!
Sounds like you've got this sorted, but would question using it with your hands unless riding really leasurely. Fast/fun descents, hard climbs with epic views, I'd just bar/chest/helmet mount it for ease & safety
Chest straps are good for over 'feeling' of riding. I've got a friend who does trails and his looks superb as gets shaken far less than bike mounted. Mine is bar mounted (underslung) and works well 80% the time on road. Descents look fast, but get lots of vibration/blur through it. But mines for safety and records 99% of every ride I've done since 2016. Also a heavy Garmin VIRB (v1) so horrible to helmet mount. Was kinda ok when snowboarding but no way on a bike helmet.
Really liked the GoPro Session but never got around to getting one. Then could never settle on the knockoff/alternative ones. My VIRB is overdue replacing but at the moment (last few years!) nothing I'd replace it with.
How does this compare to Assos stuff? Been using that for years and more than happy with it. Especially for only a few quid more.
The times I tried other cheaper creams have always ended up disappointed so stopped trying.
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Not tried Assoss but Muc Off is 250ml I think so more cream. Obviously, viscosity might vary so actual lifespan of a tub might be similar anyway. Muc Off is fairly solid in the tub but soon softens up when worked.
I'll have to find a shop that wants a go I think. Emailed the guy that sorted my MTB but he doesn't have the tool and didn't seem too keen.
Here's another issue with removing the ring nut... Apparently it's VERY hard. https://youtu.be/y0iL2h584MI?t=33
I'll have to find a shop that wants a go I think. Emailed the guy that sorted my MTB but he doesn't have the tool and didn't seem too keen.
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Noob question time, I ordered this because I've been getting some pain in the inside right buttock... erm... so... is this just for chaffing though? I don't think I get anything from that, more just a pressure point I guess? Also, application of the product? (Not used it before)
I have an underbar mount that I used today and tbh, the GoPro 9 is so stable, I think it looks great (video link in my latest Strava activity if you're interested). The stem bag literally just came through my letterbox, I'm thinking I might get a Sony ZV-1 to go in the stem bag and leave the GoPro mounted and then have the choice of which I'll use for different scenarios.
Personally, I go for a 1:1:2 mix of muc off, vaseline and greek yoghurt as per the Muc off CEO.
(dunno really, just rub it in. It might help solve chafing issues. If you have no issues then it's probably a pointless purchase... I don't feel I require it expect for particularly long rides but kinda got into the habit..)
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@Roady you wind the collet in and expands like a carving bung. Gripping the back of a bearing race or even the inner bearing channel of it. You can tighten it lots so it essentially becomes one with it.
You want the shaft of the hammer onto it and slide the big bulbous part backwards toward you to pull it out rather than chapping from behind with a normal hammer like the tool you have.
We do have the BB30 tool and BB86 tools but this is handy for when it doesn't go to plan.
You want the shaft of the hammer onto it and slide the big bulbous part backwards toward you to pull it out rather than chapping from behind with a normal hammer like the tool you have.
We do have the BB30 tool and BB86 tools but this is handy for when it doesn't go to plan.
So I put the original bearing back in and did it all up. Axle is a little notchy but not too bad. Freehub no longer sticking! Win. Only took about 2 years to fix that wheel
I guess I should get the bearings properly replaced though. The main issue I think (2 years ago) was the freehub bearings.
I guess I should get the bearings properly replaced though. The main issue I think (2 years ago) was the freehub bearings.
I changed my own BB during first lockdown last year as bike shops were super backed up. I bought the PRO BB86 tool and had to use some serious force to knock the bearing out. I was so scared of missing and whacking straight through the frame. I think bike shop next time!
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Is it always on right side in the same place as if so it will likely be as you're not sitting on the saddle evenly/square. Get a mirror and check your backside after a ride. Will be saddle width and/or height with the possibility of saddle angle, bib shorts etc not helping. This is providing legs equal and no heavy bias 47/53 max under normal load avg.
Is it always on right side in the same place as if so it will likely be as you're not sitting on the saddle evenly/square. Get a mirror and check your backside after a ride. Will be saddle width and/or height with the possibility of saddle angle, bib shorts etc not helping. This is providing legs equal and no heavy bias 47/53 max under normal load avg.
https://www.cyclingnews.com/features/red-walters-i-think-i-can-get-to-the-worldtour/ Always great to see local riders in the press! Remember seeing his results a few years ago on some local TTs and thinking Wow. Depressing also seeing whipper snappers being so quick 
This, also if its more in your bum cheek rather than underneath sounds like the way you're sitting is perhaps too upright and or rear of the saddle is connecting with your bum every rotation as such potentially causing the lump. Slight push back of the saddle could help but tbh it's all just finger in the air stuff and a proper bike fit will be the way to resolve it.
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Thanks guys, yeah, maybe I just need to get a proper fit. It's not the cheek, it's kinda getting up in there...
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Each saddle suits different people. I have had stock saddles be comfier than expensive fizik ones but as @Drollic covered check out the positioning, dont change too much at once then take it from there.
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This did the job for me today. Had my phone in it and the GoPro on the new mouth mount, could whip it out and put it back one handed, nice and easy
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This did the job for me today. Had my phone in it and the GoPro on the new mouth mount, could whip it out and put it back one handed, nice and easy
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Those aero losses! 
My first thought tooThose aero losses!
That strap will rub away at the paint a bit I expect. I'd cover the frame first.
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Those aero losses!
Ha ha, it did cross my mind. I think I will likely only use it when on longer rides when I'm filming.
Yeah, good point... although I've already damaged/scratched the frame in places
Missed the deal on the Muc Off now but not too bothered - stick with what I know & works pretty well for me!
Not surprised your guy doesn't want to give it a go - after seeing that video (if he's seen!). Totally agree not worth the stress of going through that, but then the fact it seems much better/resolved now with the old bearing in, possible the replacement you got isn't exact size? Got any vernier calipers you could confirm it with? Could just be the bearing is crappy/junk and couldn't handle the pressure.
You kinda get some on your finger and rub it in friction areas. Like the amount of margerine you'd put on a piece of toast... Yes, it's there to reduce chaffing, usually the area between thighs and crotch, rather than on the sit bones or buttocks themselves. Doesn't sound like your problem is chaffing related unless you had something rubbing against you inside the shorts - possibly cotton/thread came undone on the edge of the pad or something else?
Ahhh ok, great explanation and think I understand, thanks!
Good link and great little channel he has. Like his attitude if you watch a few more of his videos he's really quite modest and very much 'testing himself' to see what is possible - rather than really aiming to beat others. Great racing attitude! Will be a crime if he doesn't get snapped up. Randomly came across him chasing (& smashing!) a good NAT123 guy I know who's doing well in Zwift (Andy Turner). Check his last 1km in that race, it's insane. 20 w/kg long surge/kick and he barely drops below 10w/kg for almost 30s. Beast!https://www.cyclingnews.com/features/red-walters-i-think-i-can-get-to-the-worldtour/ Always great to see local riders in the press! Remember seeing his results a few years ago on some local TTs and thinking Wow. Depressing also seeing whipper snappers being so quick
This.
Getting the right saddle and even shorts combo is like the holy grail, or goldilocks. And unique to most of us - plus it can also change as your body and fitness change!
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One day I hope to have a good short and saddle combo that I like.
I'm getting on ok with this dimension but feel I have a cleat/arch support niggle with my left foot which I'm linking to saddle sore on the left. The Shimano shoes allow me to run cleats realllly far back which I seem to get on with.
Haven't tried my newest shorts with the dimension but some Madison ones seem to work well, got new Alé Bundy kit which is awfy small made for a large and getting some EKRC bioracer kit soon. They only sell a low cut aero jersey , I prefer more of a collar with smooth sleeves but only available for kids for some reason.
I'm getting on ok with this dimension but feel I have a cleat/arch support niggle with my left foot which I'm linking to saddle sore on the left. The Shimano shoes allow me to run cleats realllly far back which I seem to get on with.
Haven't tried my newest shorts with the dimension but some Madison ones seem to work well, got new Alé Bundy kit which is awfy small made for a large and getting some EKRC bioracer kit soon. They only sell a low cut aero jersey , I prefer more of a collar with smooth sleeves but only available for kids for some reason.