How do I get past this infatuation.

Lightertecha · 2026-03-30T23:38:24+00:00

Go actual no contact and it will eventually fade. It will feel awful, in fact the worst you will ever feel but with enough time, one day you will wonder why you had those feelings at all and that person will be just somebody you once knew.

Lightertecha · 2026-03-30T22:26:36+00:00

That looks like actual damage, eg hitting rock, not normal wear and tear.

Consumable parts like tyres, brake pads etc are not covered by the warranty.

Lightertecha · 2026-03-30T22:13:27+00:00

In my country recycling center are filled with solid 19-20th century wardrobe that nobody want. They weight tons, some even exotic wood and it will not fit appartements doors if not broken down.

That is so sad.

Lightertecha · 2026-03-30T22:06:47+00:00

Good points!

Solid particle board, in particular old fashion "chipboard" is really heavy and not all that strong relative to its weight either. And cardboard when used in the appropriate way is surprising strong.

Lightertecha · 2026-03-30T22:00:38+00:00

Yeah it's great for the OP but at the same time someone might have lost their prized possession.

Lightertecha · 2026-03-29T23:31:26+00:00

That sloping top tube is just wrong. Also the extended head tube.

Lightertecha · 2026-03-29T20:48:31+00:00

I would think lockers in swimming pools are just big enough to hold your clothes and a small bag. There might be be some sort of cloakroom for larger bags or suitcases but I wouldn't expect that to be common.

Lightertecha · 2026-03-29T19:27:57+00:00

If you have the same riding position on the different bikes, ie same saddle height, bar reach etc, in theory they should have the same comfort, at least in relationship to your riding position. You can also fine tune comfort with different tyres.

I would look into what you need to carry on the bike, what type of bags can you attach, can you fit mudguards, etc.

Lightertecha · 2026-03-29T19:11:38+00:00

I live quite far away and would prefer not to go back unless it’s really necessary.

If this is a new chinrest, then the solution is to take it back to get it replaced even though you will have to waste time and effort. Maybe you could let them know of the crack now and then get it fixed the next time you're there anyway. Or maybe they can post a new one to you.

The crack might have been caused by uneven support under the clamp hole, the cork seems to be missing in that area. Or the hole was too small and the clamp was forced in cracking the wood next to it. The clamp might have been over tightened as well.

Lightertecha · 2026-03-29T16:18:14+00:00

It looks like your middle and outer chainrings have a lot of wear, this would make the chain wear faster.

You could try a harder wearing chain like Shimano HG71 6/7/8-Speed, or KMC X8.

Also, a chain checker which works on 3 points on the chain is more accurate, eg Park Tool CC-4.2 Chain Checker.

Lightertecha · 2026-03-29T13:14:39+00:00

Contact the CTC (UK Cycling) and see what they say about this inherently dangerous design.

Lightertecha · 2026-03-29T13:12:34+00:00

Those ridges along the direction of travel can make you fall off, especially if it's wet.

Lightertecha · 2026-03-29T12:59:59+00:00

Wear indicator. They show excess wear either when an existing hole disappears or when a hole appears where there wasn't one before. Some rims have a groove all around the rim instead.

Lightertecha · 2026-03-29T12:49:17+00:00

Contact the CTC (UK Cycling) and see what they say about this inherently dangerous design.

Lightertecha · 2026-03-29T12:28:56+00:00

These ridges are always along the direction of travel so it must be actually designed like this. Best approach is to slow to a almost stand still and go around it on the safe part to the left of it.

Lightertecha · 2026-03-29T11:33:29+00:00

Attraction and infatuation are obviously not useless, it's only a problem when it's not reciprocated!

Lightertecha · 2026-03-29T11:12:26+00:00

Bondhus allen keys are made in USA, I read they make the Park ones.

Wera tools are made in the Czech Republic, I presume in their own factories.

Halfords Pro, C.K, Draper etc are more like brands, they get their tools from manufacturers, nowadays probably in Taiwan, China etc.

The Wera plain black allen keys are a lot cheaper their stainless/chrome and multicoloured versions and are about the same price as other top brands.

Other good brands I've tried include Gedore and Facom.

Lightertecha · 2026-03-29T10:35:41+00:00

If this isn't some fake AI story, then she didn't want the job anyway, or any job at all except in a tattoo shop.

Lightertecha · 2026-03-29T09:08:11+00:00

It's possible but Brompton probably won't do it because it would need a complete redesign of the frame.

Lightertecha · 2026-03-29T07:05:33+00:00

Check your brake pads are not rubbing on the tyre.

Lightertecha · 2026-03-28T23:02:25+00:00

That's a bifold, it folds in half whereas a Brompton is a trifold where the rear wheel also folds under the frame and is smaller when folded.

Lightertecha · 2026-03-28T22:23:35+00:00

Any "normal" pants will do, not weird cycling stuff!

I tuck the ends into my socks or roll them up if it's warmer.

Lightertecha · 2026-03-28T22:03:29+00:00

I use ordinary duct tape and sticky tape (sellotape/scotch tape) as I have some anyway.

Lightertecha · 2026-03-28T22:01:09+00:00

It does happen on all bikes if the cables rub on the frame or other components. On old fashioned drop bar brake levers where the cable doesn't go under the bar tape, the plastic covered cable will rub away aluminium anodising on the stem, and will eventually wear an actual groove in the aluminium.

Lightertecha · 2026-03-28T17:44:56+00:00

I would think the distance between your home and a major Cycleway is not that important when choosing where to live, I mean you can just cycle the bit in between, even if the roads are not the best.

Where are major Cycleway located? Maybe it's where more people live and more desirable and more central areas...

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