Shimano

I bought some new wheels at the end of last year and I was doing some maintenance on the bike a few weeks ago and noticed that the rear wasn't spinning as freely as I'd have expected. I took it off and spun it in my hands and it still wasn't spinning so I decided to take the rear cassette off and see if I could figure out what the problem is.

After releasing the locking nut the first few cassette rings came off the hub without any trouble but then I couldn't get any more off. Whilst I haven't been to the gym recently I didn't think that my strength had abandoned me entirely so I had a good look and realised that the rings had 'bitten' through the splines on the freehub and locked itself in place.

I bought a Cube Streamer at the end of last year, and although I had only done a few hundred miles my gear shifter broke. The bike shop replaced it but was off the road for two weeks. Now after just another 1000 miles it has gone again. I hope they replace them but again this is pain to not have my bike. Has anyone else had any problems with this gear shifter

Hello, I'm in need of a new chain. The one I want to get has 112 links, but the one I currently have has 116. Is there going to be a problem fitting the new one? I'm assured that it is Shimano 10 spd (which is what I have) compatible. I've seen all kinds that are compact only, different widths, pin lengths etc. I feel im in a minefield and am guarenteed to buy the wrong thing.
I currently have a Shimano 105 5701 chain on an 11-28 cassette with a compact chainset. and am plannig to get this chain: http://www.highonbikes.com/drivetrain/chains-road/kmc-x10-93-silver-grey...

A nice picture of Garmin Sharp at TDF presentation.

But look closer at Captain America's S5.

What's that: Magura brakes, front and rear?

With Dura Ace shifters?

WAHEYYYYYYY, here we go.

I have a 9 speed and I'm having trouble finding a new tiagra 4503 crankset. I've been told that I can use the newer 4603 which is for a 10 speed. Does anyone know if it is compatible? thanks

Shimano 105 (5600) Front Mech, double, band-on £15

*Wide link design 105 front derailleur for increased rigidity and improved shifting response
*Band-on, to fit 28.6 mm and 31.8 mm seat tubes
*For 10-speed double chainsets
*Light action spring reduces effort required to actuate shifts
*Maximum capacity of 16 teeth with 50-56 tooth outer
*The aluminium parts are coated to resist corrosion and maintain their great looks

This is in excellent condition, very clean and having had low mileage, still functions superbly.

Most here will be familiar with this gear, but for what it's worth, Shimano say 105 'makes “pro-level" technology more accessible to part time racers and fitness enthusiasts. The Shimano 105 concept of "Smooth, Round and Natural" is consistently demonstrated in every component, giving its user a sense of satisfaction, pleasure and fulfilment.'

Shimano 105 (5600) 10s STIs £50
These are in very good condition, with some cosmetic scratches. However, having had low mileage, they still function superbly.

Shimano 105 (5600) 10s Rear Mech £20