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    Helluva deal, but note that those XC2s have the...

    Helluva deal, but note that those XC2s have the square profile retention bars. In my experience (and I'm another that's deep in the ecosystem) the round bars like on the Aliums are significantly...
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    Split tube, maybe, like back in the days of...

    Split tube, maybe, like back in the days of ghetto tubeless on non-tubeless rims?
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    Well, most of the Microshift products come in at...

    Well, most of the Microshift products come in at a lower price point than the equivalent Shimano product, but you made me look in more detail, and maybe Advent isn't the right recommendation. Turns...
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    Hayes Prime fitting question: I bought a Prime...

    Hayes Prime fitting question: I bought a Prime Pro lever/master cylinder and a Hayes hose kit (compatible with Prime, among others) separately. The former came with a one-piece hose fitting; the...
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    Thaleia, As stated above, you've got the most...

    Thaleia,
    As stated above, you've got the most common "standard" in an HG freehub. If you're that out of the loop, do you have a LBS you trust? I'd drop in, explain your use case and tell them you...
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    Well sure, SPDs are fragile and get gummed up...

    Well sure, SPDs are fragile and get gummed up with Moab sand to the point that they won't release, but the simple solution is some bomber Time ATACs. Or were you ranting about the rug in the hotel...
  7. So it would seem this off-season, eh? I think...

    So it would seem this off-season, eh? I think it's about keeping the OG Smash feeling fresh, thus forestalling the inevitable wandering eye. A Madonna V3 is not going to make me any faster, or hit...
  8. Thanks for the seamless sale, FT! Stoked to be...

    Thanks for the seamless sale, FT! Stoked to be back on a CK wheelset. Good to meet you yesterday!
  9. Not in the market either, but sent you a PM...

    Not in the market either, but sent you a PM anyway.
  10. Thread: Tool Time

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    Jump! I've got the Hirame version. Paid full...

    Jump! I've got the Hirame version. Paid full price and have never regretted the purchase.
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    ^^^ This. BrandX/TransX FTW! My sample size is...

    ^^^ This. BrandX/TransX FTW! My sample size is 3, vs 1 each of 9point8 and OneUp, both of which needed work.
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    Well I'll answer my question. My "local" shop...

    Well I'll answer my question. My "local" shop (Subculture in Salida) looked it up today. They have none in stock, and it appears the factory has none, too. Doesn't answer the question of why Spesh...
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    There's no option to add it to the cart. Just...

    There's no option to add it to the cart. Just "Find in store." Not the end of the world, but it seemed like a pretty solid deal for a guy like me that's not too picky about rear tires. I'll ask...
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    OK, so how does one get a tire at the sale price...

    OK, so how does one get a tire at the sale price listed on Specialized's website? The ebike needs a new rear (29x2.6), and the best deal I could find is an Eliminator BLCK DMND 2Bliss Ready marked...
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    ^^This. If you like the Chromag geometry, then...

    ^^This. If you like the Chromag geometry, then cut out the middle man and have WaltlyTi build you a titanium version. I did the same when I cracked my gen 1 Nimble9, and it's been bomber doing SS...
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    You're not really helping, ya know. I don't even...

    You're not really helping, ya know. I don't even know why I asked since I don't have a bike that NEEDS such a bump. But I do have a couple that would undoubtedly be improved.... Hopefully someone...
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    Pro or Expert (the fork, that is)?

    Pro or Expert (the fork, that is)?
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    I did years ago. I remember it being heavy and...

    I did years ago. I remember it being heavy and slow, but grippy and predictable.
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    Not much compared to all the recent new bike...

    Not much compared to all the recent new bike content, but I needed to replace the Trail Boss 2.4 on the big bike and the Maxxis sale hadn't started yet, so $40 from BlueSkyCycling got me this tire. ...
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    Have you tried Zenni Optical?

    Have you tried Zenni Optical?
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    You might also consider a Novy Parts SPLUG. ...

    You might also consider a Novy Parts SPLUG. Maxime does a custom tune for your weight and riding style, and the price is much less than most of the aforementioned options. It transformed the Yari I...
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    If you want packable and water-PROOF, it's hard...

    If you want packable and water-PROOF, it's hard to beat the Gore Wear Shakedry cycling jacket. I wanted one small enough that I'd never hesitate to bring it along during "monsoon" season, and it...
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    That's been my go-to for years, but in the last...

    That's been my go-to for years, but in the last few months things seem to be deteriorating. They're severely understaffed and the service shows. Things are tough all over in that regard, but it...
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    Well I must have already passed it on; I can't...

    Well I must have already passed it on; I can't find it in the bin. Sorry!
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    I may have one. May be 10-42. Will check when I...

    I may have one. May be 10-42. Will check when I get home tomorrow.
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    So that's where they all go! A mystery of the...

    So that's where they all go! A mystery of the moto universe has been solved.
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    Ferrentino just posted a review of 4 shoes from...

    Ferrentino just posted a review of 4 shoes from the Giro lineup over at NSMB.com. It might inform your shopping this weekend. Or not.
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    I disagree. The spectrum of bipedal trail users...

    I disagree. The spectrum of bipedal trail users is far broader in body size and age than that of bikers, and some can't so easily step off the trail out of my way, or are intimidated by a bike at...
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    I'm with you. I had one Pro2 hubshell split...

    I'm with you. I had one Pro2 hubshell split open, and another I spun the ratchet inside the hubshell. Hadleys or DT Swiss for me now, although I'll admit that the Pro4 set that came on a bike I...
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    FS: Canfield Balance, Gen. 2

    [I've had this listed locally for a week with no interest, so it looks like I should find a box for shipping.]
    Bike park season is upon us, and I’m letting my park bike go. 2017 (Gen2) Canfield...
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    I waited all winter for Surly to finally have...

    I waited all winter for Surly to finally have stock of their Corner Bar so I could convert my Ti SS to a gravel bike, but now trail riding season is here. Maybe they'll get the supply issues sorted...
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    I got a custom one from Oddity Cycles a few years...

    I got a custom one from Oddity Cycles a few years ago for my SS, and it's been flawless in that application.
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    Check the "Other" forum on the ADVRider.com Flea...

    Check the "Other" forum on the ADVRider.com Flea Market. Sweet bike, but for my intended gravel build I need a tapered headtube to run the carbon fork I bought for the project.
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    Thanks, EC. I'll look into the gauge if Roxtar...

    Thanks, EC. I'll look into the gauge if Roxtar doesn't have one. For the pulleys, I just removed the dust cover, swabbed everything out and cleaned it up with isopropanol, and then re-lubed with...
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    Thanks, Cap'n! Cable tension is dialed. I don't...

    Thanks, Cap'n! Cable tension is dialed. I don't have the SRAM gauge; is it really necessary? I just tensioned up the B-screw until there was no contact. The chainring, chain and Garbaruk 10t-48t...
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    Yep, simple as that; to sharpen pencils in my...

    Yep, simple as that; to sharpen pencils in my shop.

    So I take it worn pulleys would cause noise like that? I've never actually worn out a derailleur. They've usually been mangled in the spokes...
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    My 2018-era GX 11-speed derailleur is making some...

    My 2018-era GX 11-speed derailleur is making some noise I can't sort out. The Wipperman Connex 11-speed chain shows not quite to 0.5% on a Pedro's Chain checker, and with the chain removed, both...
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    Mesa Rojo was warm and dry today, and I get to...

    Mesa Rojo was warm and dry today, and I get to sleep in my own bed tonight despite having escaped the snow and mud! But yeah, unless you're looking to do a big trip south of the border, then...
  39. Brad, I'll take a Lyric rebuild kit (I'm assuming...

    Brad, I'll take a Lyric rebuild kit (I'm assuming it's the same as for Yari). I might have time to swing by today, otherwise it'll need to be next week. Thanks!
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    What you're describing is a droplet, a term I...

    What you're describing is a droplet, a term I first heard used by a certain trailbuilding ER nurse in Moab.
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    Helluva partner you've got there, DH. Made me...

    Helluva partner you've got there, DH. Made me smile, as mine has the same 'not understanding but still understanding' patience with me.
  42. Thread: Tool Time

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    Wow, label makers have come a long way from my...

    Wow, label makers have come a long way from my old P-Touch! Good options to consider. Thank you both!
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    OK Gunder, the above pic prompts me to inquire...

    OK Gunder, the above pic prompts me to inquire what sort of label-maker are you using? I've got an old one, but it's such a PITA to use that I never bother. I'm gonna be moving in a year and with...
  44. Thought I'd close the loop on this. Waxman...

    Thought I'd close the loop on this. Waxman nailed it; I got a complete wheel. Picked it up from Absolute this AM ($40 charge to process the warranty for me, but fair since I didn't buy the bike from...
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    Ah, I should've figured ProjectFarm would have a...

    Ah, I should've figured ProjectFarm would have a vid on ratchets. Gearwrench it is - thanks! Gunder, I'd love a Nepros, but for my occasional use, I can't see spending north of $150. That's a lot...
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    Alright, so I'm ready to replace my lousy 1/2"...

    Alright, so I'm ready to replace my lousy 1/2" Craftsman ratchet with something better. When I'm removing something like a threaded receiver hitch pin where there's not much swing room, the slop (it...
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    Dee, thank you. I don't even need any futzing...

    Dee, thank you. I don't even need any futzing with my Shimanos, but I'm compelled to say "you're awesome!" Thanks for your generous contributions to this island of misfit toys. My turn needing...
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    Stuckie, I've been using Febi Bilstein 6162 fluid...

    Stuckie, I've been using Febi Bilstein 6162 fluid in Shimano and Magura brakes for several years now with no ill effects. Much cheaper than what either manufacturer would like you to buy.

    Gunder,...
  49. That'd be sweet if Trek sends a complete wheel. ...

    That'd be sweet if Trek sends a complete wheel. I'm gonna be up in Salida early next week, and Absolute is a Trek dealer. I'll bring it in and see what they say.
  50. That seals it; thanks, Laps! Gonna look for...

    That seals it; thanks, Laps! Gonna look for something more stout than the Bonty hub.
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