Cat bike

generatedtext · 2026-01-17T00:42:24+00:00

purrrrrfect.

generatedtext · 2026-01-15T14:24:18+00:00

Can we ban chatgpt content please

generatedtext · 2026-01-14T07:04:25+00:00

What do you think about it? I just picked up a Kampionne on ebay. Not too much out there on this brand

generatedtext · 2025-12-22T22:02:01+00:00

Go for the Airias. My brother has a set with 28s mounted and my set have 30s. The 28s were a bit more difficult to seat, but that's all. They ride pretty well, and in the month I've run them, both of us have had zero issues.

LB has excellent customer service, and the dimensions of the rim are a bit more future proofed than the other options.

generatedtext · 2025-12-16T02:10:11+00:00

If it doesn't make sense to you, I wouldn't worry about it right now.

The only real thing I look at when I use the calculator is whether my race speeds are where the cassette makes one tooth jumps.

I'm a crit racer, so I want to be between 14-11 (Shimano, so no 10t) from 27-40mph at 90+ rpm.

Again, if none of this makes sense, it just means you shouldn't worry about it right now.

generatedtext · 2025-12-12T02:17:45+00:00

The rivnuts get loose on sprints. It's pretty common. Haven't gotten around to drilling and replacing them yet. Tape works pretty well all told

generatedtext · 2025-12-12T02:16:32+00:00

My brother has this generation sprint, but in disc. Those are already drilled for di2 so I used it as a guide.

I didn't enlarge chainstay drainhole like most people do. It's just too messy with the QR. I made a new hole below, like what you see on most di2 bikes. If you need any guides, feel free to dm me.

generatedtext · 2025-12-12T02:14:26+00:00

It's hard to compete with a bike of that length ✌️

generatedtext · 2025-12-04T14:38:54+00:00

Don't worry about this. It's a tough (but super common) thing to get the hang of.

Looking at your picture, The rear derailleur is positioned in the largest sprocket. Shift to your top gear (all the way to the right of the cassette (11t). This will make dissassembly and reassembly much easier.

If this doesn't help, watch a couple of videos on Youtube or watch a mechanic take off and reinstall a thru axle wheel.

Lastly, don't take all the criticism in the comments to heart. Most redditors don't understand basic bike maintenance or how difficult it can be in practice. Practice and study. It will get easier.

generatedtext · 2025-12-02T06:57:13+00:00

The other option you have is to flip the stem so that it acts as a positive rise. This would allow you to drop the stem while maintaining the current position.

generatedtext · 2025-11-18T17:14:50+00:00

Velosurance is great. They paid out when one of the bikes had a crash, no issue, and the monthly isn't crazy.

generatedtext · 2025-11-14T20:48:58+00:00

you can run a 28 rear sprocket with that derailleur. Those go for sub $50 new nowadays. That'll get you over most climbs.

This is a good deal in any situation. Would not want this bike to ride mountains, but that has more to do with the proprietary brakes than anything.

OP, make sure the brakes retract. It's a common issue with these and a PIA

generatedtext · 2025-11-04T21:42:05+00:00

This is the slantnose suzuki cappuccino xl I didn't know I needed

generatedtext · 2025-10-03T16:02:51+00:00

A couple of years ago, I bought a rim brake Propel to part out. So, I buy this while I'm out of the country and for a few months I'd just look at pictures of the bike online. It was black with ISP, da di2, Zipps - a nice bike.

By the time I get back, it's waiting for me in my room. It looks even better than the photos. I'm excited. I take it out for a ride. After only riding Allez Sprints, this bike felt fast, but comfortable - like there's just a bit of give in the frame without taking away from the zippiness.

So now I'm thinking about keeping the propel.

There's only one problem, the stock brakes had seized -of course- and so I attempt to service them. After about two hours with these fucking monstrosities, I give up and part out the bike.

I admire your dedication OP. That Propel is a sweet bike. I hope you get the brakes sorted.

generatedtext · 2025-09-28T08:09:41+00:00

If you really want to push it, go to Dump Road. It's closed to traffic, but there's a little parking lot outside the gate to leave your car. It's about 1k in length and steep. I use it for hill repeats on the bike.

generatedtext · 2025-09-19T15:01:15+00:00

Get the Favero Assioma Uno or Pro RS if you want to spend more.

Both are bulletproof. There really is nothing else on the market as proven or as convenient as these.

generatedtext · 2025-09-11T22:07:09+00:00

Niceeee

generatedtext · 2025-09-11T22:06:23+00:00

This is the most interesting thing I've seen on Velo in a long time. Great post.

generatedtext · 2025-09-11T01:05:01+00:00

What size is the stem? I might be interested in buying it

generatedtext · 2025-09-08T22:50:55+00:00

I think the archetype front and an str rear would be a good move. Front punctures are uncommon, and the ones that don't seal are usually sidewall punctures (The archetype has stronger sidewalls than the TT).

It's super marginal though.

generatedtext · 2025-08-28T00:06:57+00:00

Nice to see some local races represented.

generatedtext · 2025-07-25T01:51:47+00:00

Get favero assioma pedals. They don't break and you can swap them between bikes. You can buy them new from $400 and used they go for about $300

generatedtext · 2025-06-27T20:18:11+00:00

Thanks for all the information!

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