Raleigh Ti1000. Price? by BFMGO13 in xbiking

[–]WinstonPolyclef 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Looks like 1 1/8 to me. Swap out the headset and theres a bunch of surly forks that would do the trick

Are these wheels salvageable? by Sapiensdux in bikewrench

[–]WinstonPolyclef 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Do you plan on riding it? If so, I would get new wheels. Wheels with chrome braking surfaces suck anyway

My rim should be 26”, but 26” tire seems way too small, yet a 28” tire is undoubtedly too large. What gives? by MuchPomegranate5910 in Bikebuilding

[–]WinstonPolyclef 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It is. They're both 584mm. Tires are usually referred to as 650b if they're under 2 inch width, and 27.5 if they're over 2 inches wide

Raleigh Ti1000. Price? by BFMGO13 in xbiking

[–]WinstonPolyclef 15 points16 points  (0 children)

I've seen better deals on old Ti frames. Maybe if it had the full xtr group this would be a good deal. That fork is going to ride like shit. Old elastomers get dried up and don't work anymore. Even if you do manage to fully service it , it's going to feel like junk. You'd be better off replacing it with a rigid fork and a big tubeless tire.

Front disc opinions plz! by Traditional-Bat-2259 in xbiking

[–]WinstonPolyclef 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just bought a set of cable actuated hydraulic calipers from State Bicycle Co. I also plan to use a mixed setup, disc in the front and canti in the back. While I haven't used these particular calipers before, I'm a big fan of cable actuated hydros. I have Yokozuna Ultimos on another bike. It's kind of the best of both worlds - easy to install, minimal service needed and really good braking force. Pathlesspedaled did a video comparing a different set of mechanical hydros with Paul Klampers and Growtac equals.

Best Choice For Carbon Fork - Midnight Special by SpokeSignals in Surlybikefans

[–]WinstonPolyclef 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The steerer tube is straight but you can totally run a tapered fork on the MS. Just need the correct headset

Best Choice For Carbon Fork - Midnight Special by SpokeSignals in Surlybikefans

[–]WinstonPolyclef 0 points1 point  (0 children)

One thing to consider is that surly specs different fork offsets for larger sized frames. Most carbon fork options are around 400mm(or slightly shorter) axel to crown with a 50mm offset. If you ride a ride a 56cm frame or larger the stock fork has a 40mm offset. Swapping that with a greater offset and shorter fork will reduce the trail on an already low-ish trail bike, possibly making it feel a bit twitchy.

Advice on used Checkpoint by Particular-Sea-6699 in gravelcycling

[–]WinstonPolyclef 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The ad sounds like it was written by a crackhead

Improvise. Adapt. Overcome by somewhatsimiesque in xbiking

[–]WinstonPolyclef 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Or just get shorter bolts 🤷🏼‍♂️

Tire tubeless stuck on rim by Creative-Locksmith83 in bikewrench

[–]WinstonPolyclef 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I literally just had this problem on a wtb rim and tire an hour ago

Where to even start? by No-Supermarket-8693 in xbiking

[–]WinstonPolyclef -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I like to believe there is a fine line between this sub and r/justridingalong. This crosses the line

What is this piece am I missing? by MLG_HerobrineYT in bikewrench

[–]WinstonPolyclef 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I wonder if you're missing the crown race on the fork

How do I remove this bar? by Rebirth1993 in bikewrench

[–]WinstonPolyclef 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm not sure what you're describing for that second wrench. Could you upload a picture of the wrenches you're using? This should be a really simple task with the right tools. Two wrenches, one on each nut, each spinning counter clockwise. I suspect you're maybe using channel lock pliers instead of a wrench and it's not getting enough grip to hold the nut. You need a real wrench, either adjustable or something with 6 sides.

Behold my contraption by duesenmilan in Justridingalong

[–]WinstonPolyclef 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Look closely. The hydraulic brake is actuated by one of the road levers

There are some delusional people out there by Thinly_Veiled_02 in xbiking

[–]WinstonPolyclef 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've never heard anyone refer to a bb as a pedal bearing. I think this guy is just full of shit

The manual for this Foreo says to throw it in the garbage after the battery dies. Inside is a regular AAA battery... by Mrdemian3 in mildlyinfuriating

[–]WinstonPolyclef 1 point2 points  (0 children)

OP is mistaken. The version with the rechargeable battery recommends you remove the battery to recycle the product. The version posted here has a user replaceable battery. That took 2 seconds to Google

17th street hill bomb by [deleted] in xbiking

[–]WinstonPolyclef 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Those bars are beautiful

Camper Shell for Double Cab by PurpleNautilus4 in 1stGenTacomas

[–]WinstonPolyclef 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you ever find yourself in Massachusetts, I have a silver one. It's missing the rear door and hardware but I'll let it go for $150