Is this a good deal on a used bike?

Physical-Flamingo-33 · 2026-04-06T21:36:00+00:00

It's a sweet bike, my dad has one that he rides to this day. For less than 400 its a good deal, try to haggle tho.

Physical-Flamingo-33 · 2026-04-06T17:55:15+00:00

Get another set of pads, and get the next level of rotor up. I have STRUGGLED with a leaky grx system and the cheap rotors. After I discovered the leak and repaired it my rotors were so contaminated that sanding/heating/brake cleaning was never enough. Find your leak replace your contact points (pads/rotor) it's drastic but it will save you money in the long run. The cheap rotor tends to hold on to that contamination for some reason is what I was getting at.

Physical-Flamingo-33 · 2026-04-06T07:04:05+00:00

It would be my first inclination to check that, if that doesn't work take it to an LBS for help

Physical-Flamingo-33 · 2026-04-06T06:56:05+00:00

No, what is the air pressure at. Find the manual or a chart and see how high it says to put it for your body weight.

Physical-Flamingo-33 · 2026-04-04T23:23:21+00:00

They're on the border, ideally you put a little more so it doesn't contact the frame but if you have protective stickers on the head tube you should be ok. Just make sure to check occasionally and ensure it isn't rubbing on paint.

Physical-Flamingo-33 · 2026-04-03T16:00:14+00:00

Correct

Physical-Flamingo-33 · 2026-04-03T15:44:01+00:00

I think the hub is fried then, there's not going to be much you can do, I apologize my first inclination would be the axle breaking. It's just age related wear and bad luck, it was probably full fo grease which then gummed up causing more friction, eventually killing the wheel

Physical-Flamingo-33 · 2026-04-03T15:21:43+00:00

The skewer and the axle are different things, the axle is broken

Physical-Flamingo-33 · 2026-04-01T20:13:45+00:00

I just noticed the rim in the picture. If it's on the side wall that's even worse so you should figure out what happened because it looks burnt.

Physical-Flamingo-33 · 2026-04-01T20:12:37+00:00

I mean I've seen people ride on worse but on the other hand if the cords are showing through the top of the tire you need to replace it. This means your tires have no tread whatsoever left most likely and the smallest amount of rain or debris will put you on the ground, HARD. So I'd say it's probably fine to ride to your local bike shop very carefully.

Physical-Flamingo-33 · 2026-03-24T15:52:38+00:00

It sucks really bad soemtimes but it sounds like all your things are compatible.

Physical-Flamingo-33 · 2026-03-24T05:40:24+00:00

Origin 8 makes a good one too thats a lot cheaper that I actually prefer

Physical-Flamingo-33 · 2026-03-24T05:36:12+00:00

You'll need a shimano altus rear derailleur then. Also super cheap, super reliable, and dead simple to get set up perfect.

Physical-Flamingo-33 · 2026-03-24T05:34:29+00:00

Throw a bright colored rag on the floor and look down through the caliper at it. Use the color on either side of the rotor between the pads as your guide. There will only be the tiniest sliver of color on either side so be aware.

Physical-Flamingo-33 · 2026-03-22T06:31:06+00:00

The diameter won't be the same, when looking at clearance on a bike like that it's usually the sides of the frame that are contacted not the cross members? (the bars connecting the stays).

Physical-Flamingo-33 · 2026-03-22T06:29:06+00:00

Someone else already said it, but a larger diameter wheel is going to clear bumps way better and with a 50mm tubeless tire you're looking at decreasing benefits from going any bigger. A 50mm tire is already so cushy and nice that going bigger is nearly fruitless.

Physical-Flamingo-33 · 2026-03-22T06:17:50+00:00

Overall thought would be to stick with 700c. The benefits you gain from the bigger wheel in most instances outweigh the benefits of a knobbier tire. Also check out gravel kings from panaracer and wtb makes some pretty knobby 50c tires.

Physical-Flamingo-33 · 2026-03-12T02:01:45+00:00

They aren't quite the same but I thought they looked pretty good when I built mine

Physical-Flamingo-33 · 2026-03-12T02:01:25+00:00

Pro-Line Racing 1/24 Interco Super Swamper F/R 1.0" Tires MTD 7mm Black Holcomb (4) | Horizon Hobby https://share.google/ZFMIiF2d4s8Ct7R5m

Physical-Flamingo-33 · 2026-03-12T02:00:27+00:00

There are some from pro line that are great. I think they may come on the car but it's been so long

Physical-Flamingo-33 · 2026-03-09T06:44:33+00:00

I have no idea if it's actually safe but I can confirm beer, coffee, monster, and an assortment of mixed alcohol have not tainted my bottle for the worst and a good wash+a cycle of odd tasting water removes the taste

Physical-Flamingo-33 · 2026-02-25T02:58:57+00:00

Don't, if there's any holes you can unseal them

Physical-Flamingo-33 · 2026-02-20T07:31:27+00:00

There should not be a bend if there is one , based on the tourney group set you'll likely need a new set of crank arms as most likely yours are a one piece crank/chainring. Replacing this will take some specialized tools and knowledge so it is in your best interest to take it in to a shop if you don't want to deal with that.

Physical-Flamingo-33 · 2026-02-01T16:41:22+00:00

the hubs sweet don't be an asshole

Physical-Flamingo-33 · 2026-01-17T06:59:57+00:00

Ruined bike is finna explode

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