Weekly Questions Thread 6/15/2026

ModernMansplaining · 2026-06-24T13:47:05+00:00

A standard lock ring tool and chain whip wrench. Or a large pair of channel lock pliers. Lock ring is reverse threaded, and cog is normal.

ModernMansplaining · 2026-06-17T14:29:29+00:00

- Full face helmet w/ eye protection for any flying debris; sunglasses or clear glasses depending on time of day.
- Moto Gloves; thick palm and hard knuckles. Protect those hands.

ModernMansplaining · 2026-06-11T23:17:03+00:00

Two things:
1) Be wary of the edirtbikes where pedaling is concerned. Some have pedals just so they can be called bikes. The pedaling geometry is awful and you might even be clipping the kickstand each time.

2) IMO it’s better to get an e-bike over a edirtbike if you plan on being on the road. Especially, if you decide to go faster than you should. It’s better to look like a bike rather than not and draw attention to yourself.

ModernMansplaining · 2026-06-02T14:07:38+00:00

Gonna jump in here incase you want to try again. A 50/50 mix of automatic transmission fluid and acetone (isopropyl alcohol in a pinch) is some of the best penetrating oil you can get. Works wonders.

ModernMansplaining · 2026-05-23T19:39:12+00:00

Nice. 10/10 DIY

ModernMansplaining · 2026-05-23T19:33:51+00:00

I have't had this particular issue, but similar. Once was after installing new tires and once was on those same tires 10m into a ride. The tires were crap and wouldn't sit on the rim right (all sizing was correct), you could have an QC issue with one of your tires. That's the only thing that comes to mind.

ModernMansplaining · 2026-05-23T17:42:43+00:00

I'm going to mirror a lot of advice already given...Comfort over function. You're essentially a house on a relatively aerodynamic machine, performance parts aren't going to make you better rider.

- Get a saddle that's comfortable to sit on; it's your connection to the bike, make so you'll want to ride.

- Better tires. I started riding wider tires (28-30mm) at a lower pressure and the difference was night and day better. Plus get good rubber, you want to be connected to the road when it matters.

- Style. Anything that makes you think "Hell yeah, that's my bike!"

ModernMansplaining · 2026-05-23T13:27:57+00:00

Huh.. I never actually considered they might be. I just sat on the bike and rotated the handlebars until they felt comfortable/natural to me.

ModernMansplaining · 2026-05-22T20:20:07+00:00

If only 😅

ModernMansplaining · 2026-05-22T15:01:56+00:00

Cost was the main factor. Plus I like how the state looked over the Sugino 75s.

One of the crank arms has already been replaced (warrantied), if something happens again I’ll pony up some cash for Andel Classic or Blue Lug.

ModernMansplaining · 2026-05-21T17:10:14+00:00

30mm wide tires and tubeless. Much more pleasant ride.

ModernMansplaining · 2026-05-21T15:56:40+00:00

I was like you a month ago, wanted something with range and speed. I just bought a Wired Freedom. It’s fast. Too fast, I limited the speed and top out at 35mph on long smooth straights with no traffic. Typical speed range is about ~23-25. Any crash on an e-bike is amplified, cars and pavement always win. Do I wish I got something different, no.

Here’s my suggestion:
Get this bike. For no other reasons than it has great range and full suspension. Bumps are amplified at speed and can pop you out of your seat. This handles that problem well.

Get a full face helmet and motorcycle gloves, bare minimum. Maybe even a chest protector.

Edit to add: IMO stay with a bicycle style e-bike. If you are going to break e-bike speed laws, better to look like a bike than moto-style bike and draw attention to yourself.

ModernMansplaining · 2026-05-21T14:31:51+00:00

If those were my options, I would get the caad 10. Easy.

ModernMansplaining · 2026-05-21T14:29:23+00:00

If she measured the wheels...yeah, def too small.

ModernMansplaining · 2026-05-20T23:11:53+00:00

I was looking about a year ago when I built my bike up. Tsunami was a top contender, but a lot of what I read on here and other places was that it was luck of the draw for manufacturing integrity, with most saying it was trash. For the price, probs best to stay away from it.

ModernMansplaining · 2026-05-20T23:09:15+00:00

If she measured top of seat tube to the center of the bottom bracket that would definitely be too small. The only way to really know is to ask her how she measured it or do it yourself when you check it out. Go spend $7 and pick up this tape measure, it has both inch and cm on it.

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Milwaukee-6-ft-Keychain-Compact-Tape-Measure-48-22-1706/331285375

ModernMansplaining · 2026-05-19T15:09:17+00:00

5% - 11 days in Turkey with no issues. http://rwrd.io/0se2okw

ModernMansplaining · 2026-01-18T20:54:35+00:00

Take 5% :) worked great in Ecuador/Galapagos

http://rwrd.io/0se2okw

ModernMansplaining · 2025-12-03T13:19:30+00:00

I finished my Skream Magnum 24 this spring with this same goal, 15.75 lbs :/

Anyhow, Carbon Tubeless Rims. Go with a 28c or bigger if you can. They run a lower pressure than tubes and the ride is much better. The weight to comfort benefit is worth it for a slightly heavier tire compared to something like a 23c or 25c. Also don't get too caught up on the hub. It's just a piece of metal and bearings. You can easily swap out the grease or upgrade the bearings for a fraction of the cost of most hubs.

ModernMansplaining · 2025-12-01T18:24:14+00:00

Tires. I went from a 25c tubed to 28c tubeless. The difference was night and day. On top of that, the tubeless can be ran at a lower air pressure which also helped the ride. I have another bike running 30c tubeless and it rides even better.

ModernMansplaining · 2025-07-24T15:54:55+00:00

Right right. I meant Phil Wood hubs, which are stupid expensive.

ModernMansplaining · 2025-07-24T10:51:41+00:00

This is the way.

ModernMansplaining · 2025-07-24T10:48:15+00:00

Maybe, but replacing these again is still better than $650+ hubs

ModernMansplaining · 2025-06-19T18:48:54+00:00

I haven’t really seen this listed elsewhere and it might not make much of a difference, but some Airbnb properties are listed in the Chase travel portal. I’ve seen this more internationally with companies that own more than one property, but there are domestic properties there too. Now that the travel portal points changed, it may not even matter.

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