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**meter-man** · 06-16-2021, 10:19 AM

Originally Posted by meter-man

Grips for big hands...whatcha got?

Specifically...I've been using ODI Rogues for the last couple years because they are nice and thick. Recently put on some ODI Elite Flows - I love the lower-profile, less-squishy, more-direct feel. But they are noticeably smaller diameter, and made me hands a bit achey. My hands were wondering "why such a thin shaft" and "missing the usual meat..."

So: does anyone have recs for a lower-profile, less-squishy, more-direct BUT larger diameter than Elite Flows? Basically Elite Flow but larger diameter.

These Ergon GA2 FATs seem like they would work: https://ergonbike.shop/products/ergon-ga2-fat-1

Originally Posted by smmokan

I run the GA2 Fat grips on all of my bikes and absolutely love them. I never get forearm pump and I haven't had hand or wrist issues since switching to them a few years ago.

Originally Posted by meter-man

Sweet - thanks for the input. Ordered a pair - will report back.

I do really like the ODI Rogues. They are fat and sqooshy, and generally pretty great. Give those a look too. (I wanted to try something with a little less sqoosh.)

Been running the GA2 Fats. They are awesome. Elite Flow-like feel, fatter diameter - much more comfort and control. Thank you Expertz!

**El Chupacabra** · 06-16-2021, 10:22 AM

Have a set of Shimano SLX M675 hydraulic brakes, where the left brake lever makes a single click sound (which can be felt through the lever also) when pulling the lever. Brake functions normally. Anyone here dealt with this before? Suspecting it's a return assist spring or something like that.

**funkendrenchman** · 06-16-2021, 12:21 PM

Tourque wrench suggestions? Mainly used for fork service and suspension pivots.

**J. Barron DeJong** · 06-16-2021, 12:35 PM

Originally Posted by funkendrenchman

Tourque wrench suggestions? Mainly used for fork service and suspension pivots.

I recently bought a variety of Tekton ones, and have been happy with them. Especially like the feel on the ‘dual direction’ 1/4” drive. Price is great, and if you buy from their site you get free shipping and 10% back in ‘rewards’

**toast2266** · 06-16-2021, 12:43 PM

Originally Posted by J. Barron DeJong

I recently bought a variety of Tekton ones, and have been happy with them. Especially like the feel on the 1/4” drive. Price is great, and if you buy from their site you get free shipping and 10% back in ‘rewards’

Agreed; I've got a big 1/2" drive Tekton. Seems to be pretty decent quality for being a "cheap" wrench.

**simple** · 06-16-2021, 12:46 PM

Originally Posted by toast2266

Agreed; I've got a big 1/2" drive Tekton. Seems to be pretty decent quality for being a "cheap" wrench.

Same. Truck lug nuts seem happy

**mall walker** · 06-16-2021, 07:03 PM

If you change the air shaft in a fork (eg in a Fox 34 from 120 to 100) does this affect the effective axle to crown measurement? assuming the same sag %

**toast2266** · 06-16-2021, 07:10 PM

Originally Posted by mall walker

If you change the air shaft in a fork (eg in a Fox 34 from 120 to 100) does this affect the effective axle to crown measurement? assuming the same sag %

Yes. It'll be 20mm less.

**joetron** · 06-16-2021, 07:46 PM

Originally Posted by El Chupacabra

Have a set of Shimano SLX M675 hydraulic brakes, where the left brake lever makes a single click sound (which can be felt through the lever also) when pulling the lever. Brake functions normally. Anyone here dealt with this before? Suspecting it's a return assist spring or something like that.

I usually find it to be a little bit dirt/dust/grit stuck in the ‘servowave’ mechanism. Sometimes just a few drops of triflow will move that stuff out, or a blast of air plus triflow

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**El Chupacabra** · 06-16-2021, 07:54 PM

Originally Posted by joetron

I usually find it to be a little bit dirt/dust/grit stuck in the ‘servowave’ mechanism. Sometimes just a few drops of triflow will move that stuff out, or a blast of air plus triflow

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Thanks. I'll try those suggestions.

**Canada1** · 06-16-2021, 08:41 PM

Originally Posted by El Chupacabra

Thanks. I'll try those suggestions.

WD 40 followed by air compressor blast has done it for me. I think somtimes a small piece of something just finds the right spot.

**anotherVTskibum** · 06-19-2021, 07:54 AM

The chain slap when I go to the bike park is bugging me. Is it worth trying for something fancier like the STFU bike thing, or do I just put some form of padding on so I don't hear it? Bike currently has some sticker looking thing that's got a fair bit of wear.

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**XXX-er** · 06-19-2021, 10:09 AM

wrapping an old inner tube around the chain stay is a quick n dirty method

**PlayItLeo** · 06-19-2021, 10:20 AM

3M mastic tape is great for silencing a noisy bike

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**Whiteroom_Guardian** · 06-19-2021, 12:59 PM

I'm running a 170mm 36 with Push coil conversion and an old Grip 1 damper. The one that only has like 3 basic compression settings. I feel like the coil is great, but have lost quite a bit of low speed sensitivity. Big Sky is LOOOSE right now and I need to do anything I can to try to get more grip in the front. Would upgrading to a Grip 2 damper be worth it? If I am going to service the fork anyway I might as well do the damper while I am at it.

**toast2266** · 06-19-2021, 01:04 PM

Originally Posted by Whiteroom_Guardian

I'm running a 170mm 36 with Push coil conversion and an old Grip 1 damper. The one that only has like 3 basic compression settings. I feel like the coil is great, but have lost quite a bit of low speed sensitivity. Big Sky is LOOOSE right now and I need to do anything I can to try to get more grip in the front. Would upgrading to a Grip 2 damper be worth it? If I am going to service the fork anyway I might as well do the damper while I am at it.

Grip 2 is substantially better than grip 1 in pretty much every regard.

But if you're gonna service the fork + buy a new damper, you're a healthy part of the way to buying a 38. And (especially at 170mm) the 38 is substantially better than any 36, regardless of damper. Just sayin.

**Whiteroom_Guardian** · 06-19-2021, 02:29 PM

Originally Posted by toast2266

Grip 2 is substantially better than grip 1 in pretty much every regard.

But if you're gonna service the fork + buy a new damper, you're a healthy part of the way to buying a 38. And (especially at 170mm) the 38 is substantially better than any 36, regardless of damper. Just sayin.

You think all air 38 would be better than 36 with a coil?

Weight wise they might be very close. I really don't need to make my race bike any heavier.

**Sandbox** · 06-19-2021, 02:35 PM

You would also recoup some cost selling your 36 ( if you didn’t want it as a spare)

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**Whiteroom_Guardian** · 06-19-2021, 02:37 PM

Originally Posted by Sandbox

You would also recoup some cost selling your 36 ( if you didn’t want it as a spare)

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Even a 36 performance with visible scratches in the stanchion from a wreck last year (Jackson's in Moab)......zero effect on fork performance?

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**Sandbox** · 06-19-2021, 03:06 PM

Originally Posted by Whiteroom_Guardian

Even a 36 performance with visible scratches in the stanchion from a wreck last year (Jackson's in Moab)......zero effect on fork performance?

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With the parts shortage and increase in riders I’m sure you could move it with no issue. Now the question is if you can find a 38?

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**Whiteroom_Guardian** · 06-19-2021, 03:59 PM

Originally Posted by Sandbox

With the parts shortage and increase in riders I’m sure you could move it with no issue. Now the question is if you can find a 38?

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Looks like these guys have a 38 in stock......I really shouldn't be buying a new fork right now though. Can get a Grip 2 for the 36 for $300.

https://www.pinkbike.com/buysell/3075611/

**toast2266** · 06-19-2021, 04:40 PM

Originally Posted by Whiteroom_Guardian

You think all air 38 would be better than 36 with a coil?

Weight wise they might be very close. I really don't need to make my race bike any heavier.

Yup, definitely. The stiffer chassis makes the fork track a lot better in corners, but it also just means the fork is flexing less when you're hacking straight through brake bumps or whatever. Less flex = less binding in the bushings = smoother feeling pretty much everywhere.

It's not light though. But what's a few grams?

**S.B.** · 06-19-2021, 04:43 PM

I'm looking at a 2017 giant glory that would need a shock replacement, does anyone know the shock size for this bike? I've searched but can't find the spacing. I'm guessing its 9.5x3.0 but I'm not sure.

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**climberevan** · 06-19-2021, 10:20 PM

Here's another random data point for you. The XT 12s chain on my be Ripley is now at like 2600mi and still hasn't hit .5% on the new style Park gauge.

No queso or other melt-on liquids have been employed--just the No Toil moto lube and fairly regular washings with dish soap.

**AEV** · 06-19-2021, 10:37 PM

Originally Posted by Teenaged

I'm looking at a 2017 giant glory that would need a shock replacement, does anyone know the shock size for this bike? I've searched but can't find the spacing. I'm guessing its 9.5x3.0 but I'm not sure.

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I think it is 9.5x3.0. Great bike, I owned one.