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Why not just contact a decent
Why not just contact a decent wheelsmith who will take your requirements, factor in the type of riding you do and the budget, and then spec/build you exactly what you want? Personally, I can recommend Wheelsmith, but have also used DCR. Both produce great wheels but I have found DCR to be hard work when it comes to comms/engagement.
You can get rubber feet and mats for washing machines, that should work.I found it hard to mount the bike when I put it on top of the washing machine.
Yeah, but the spin cycle makes it so, so worth it!
I just use an industrial
I just use an industrial grade air mover, lot’s of them to choose from but this was the one I went for (and it works really well):
https://www.machinemart.co.uk/p/clarke-cff18b100-18-high-velocity-fan/
The way I look at it is like
The way I look at it is like F1 in cars, the topend stuff is designed to go fast and last the race, but not a lot more. Hence, winter riding for me is about getting out on something less than fancy (my old 9 speed Campag seems agricultural but shifts great and lasts ages). Ironically, on my modern winter bike this means 10 speed. As above though, the weather will do its thing (think of what perfect grinding paste wet road grit/mess is) so little things like threaded BBs help because they can be swapped out with no fuss, same goes for cup/cone bearings with decent seals, which help keep the crap out and are easy to service and regrease, etc. A top end bike will typically come with low resistance bearings with thin lubricant (although the benefits are questionable at best). I also ride handbuilt wheels in the ‘winter’ instead of superlight carbon jobs because they can be rebuilt when the rims are prematurely shot. I do understand why some swear by discs, etc., but riding 2 grand lightweight carbon wheels whilst wearing one’s entire wardrobe seems just pointless, IMO.
I have a nice bike but I keep it for the nicer weather (which may be a lovely cool, dry and sunny day in January) mainly because when thrashing against a strengthening easterly with the odd sting of hail to my face, riding a nice bike seems to make no difference to my riding pleasure.
I think most seasoned riders
I think most seasoned riders would not start with cranks. Simple things can make a huge difference first: quality tyres, good brake pads, season appropriate clothing and a bloody good pair of shorts would be top of my start list.
Personally, I would let it go
Personally, I would let it go. Yes, the guy is an arsehole but there are quite a few out there…and many lovely people as well. It doesn’t mean this is a defeat, try not to look at it in those terms or you will continue to try and get a good outcome when the odds appear stacked against you. Life’s too short and the only person that seems to be suffering here is you. So, deep breath, move on. Ride your bike and enjoy it.
Why not rewrite the article
Why not rewrite the article title to ask about tyre/wheel clearance width of the Ultegra 8000 brake caliper? Many more people will know the answer to that rather than the other way around…and really your question is not specifically linked to a niche wheel manufacturer.
I’ve often regretted not
I’ve often regretted not having a lower gear to click to, I have never regretted having one and not using it.
I have an RS10 rear wheel
I have an RS10 rear wheel that I keep as a spare for when my decent wheel/s get rebuilt. I am sure it only cost £60. At that price, I hate to say it but I would not even bother considering getting any part of it rebuilt unless I was doing it myself to learn wheelbuilding (I did this a few years ago on an old wheel and mainly learned that I was rubbish at wheelbuilding!).
Sometimes it is not about the
Sometimes it is not about the most padding but the best fit. I have ridden some shorts with a very full pad which felt more like an adult nappy, and it all got very uncomfortable when the weather was warm. It is very difficult to try multiple shorts though in practice so I have tended to stick with something that works when I find it. For me, the Rapha Pro Team ones are great but not cheap, Sportful tend to be very good too, as do their sister company Castelli. For some brands go a size up to their sizing guides but Rapha are British sizing, so to speak, so one size less than their Italian counterparts in general. Lot’s of other options though, just don’t forget to forget the pants!
I moved to this combo a few
I moved to this combo a few seasons ago and really like it. All subjective, but having the 28mm to provide extra traction and comfort at the back, whilst keeping the front at 25mm seems to be a great balance all round.
If I have to wear an
If I have to wear an inflatable, can I have a dinosaur one please!
Jimmy Ray and Welsh Boy have
Jimmy Ray and Welsh Boy have cracked this, in that it works in the reverse of what I was expecting…so that I couldn’t unwind as I was at the limit of adjustment. Hence, turning the opposite way, in 180 degree increments, works as required. I just needed to reset the ‘new pad’ length on the brake cable/allen bolt and then work up from there. Many thanks everyone.
Yepp, pull the brake lever
Yepp, pull the brake lever and you should see a small metal button that controls how much the lever can travel when you release it. Press the button on the side that opens then brakes up…and then reverse the button press to close the callipers
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