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That Bluetooth module should
That Bluetooth module should work fine, but I went for the MT800/MT801 display instead (which I think is what Dr Ofsereb was referring to) as it shows what gear you are in, handles Bluetooth and replaces the 3-way junction box.
It’s more designed as a mountain bike part, but it works perfectly with road Di2 and just fits on your handlebar.
Here’s a link http://www.wiggle.co.uk/shimano-xt-di2-mt800-system-display/
I initially used the cheaper inline Bluetooth module, but I found there was a bit too much delay between changing gear and it showing on my Elemnt Bolt, so I ended up going for the MT800 which displays the change immediately (and also the battery level).
I agree that it should be
I agree that it should be fine, but you’re more likely to puncture.
Something else to consider is that you’re quite unlikely to use it, so the rubber might deteriorate over time and you wouldn’t find out until you tried inflating it (or slightly over-inflating it in this case). Maybe test it every 6 months or so to check that it’s hasn’t split and still holds air.
Good choice. You can’t beat
Good choice. You can’t beat the convenience of some nice winter shoes.
Personally, I’d recommend getting the version with the extended ankles (boot style) as they’ll be warmer for when the real cold weather strikes.
I completely agree, I don’t buy expensive chains because they’re a consumable iteem but with wet lube I generally only get 800-1,100 miles on a chain before it gets to 0.75%. Having said that, I’m currently running one on my summer bike using the molten wax method and it’s on 1,300 miles and still looking good.Wax should make the chain last longer as dirt doesn’t stick so much to it and the wax tends to fill up the gaps that the dirt loves to get into.
I’ve always ridden with a tube, though apparently it’s a different, better sensation without one; but I’m still not prepared to take the disease risk. You never know who else has been down that ‘lane’.Maybe you should try some of the lesser-used one-way back alleys? They may look dirty and smell funny, but there’s some fun riding to be had.
I’ve just recently started
I’ve just recently started using a Maxxis Padrone tubeless 28mm and am really impressed with just how smooth they are. At low pressure, they make the ride silky smooth (though I mistakenly rode it at 20psi which is definitely too low), but at around 80psi they are smooth and fast. They are so easy to fit that I was surprised. I’ve previously had Schwalbe Pro Ones but found them too slippery in the wet if you put more 70psi into them. Then I was running a set of IRC tubeless tyres (28mm) which were fine, but suffer in comparison to the Maxxis.
I was fully prepared for a good bit of shouting with fitting the Maxxis, but they went on easily using fingers only. They seemed to want to pop into place with hardly any pressure, so I inflated them with a standard track pump with no problem until I discovered that I’d made a mess of putting the tubeless valve in place which was then slowly leaking. That led to a re-taping of the rim and another easy fitting/inflating of the tyre.
Tubeless is expensive and can be a faff, but the ride quality can be better and once tyres are fitted, you don’t usually have to worry about them until they’ve worn out – no punctures.
This morning I was waiting at the lights st a crossroads. The driver opposite wanted to turn right, so across my path. The lights turned green so I moved off. She drove and made to turn them had to wait for me, and sat there shaking her head at me. Like, what?Can’t you just ‘share the road’ with her? It’d only hold you up for a few seconds to let her go first.
That’s an odd comment. W
e don’t have the exact details of this particular situation but there’s ovbiously no obligation to waive your priority, and it can be confusing and potentially dangerous – perhaps particularly on a bike where you don’t ‘control’ the space as much as in a car (and the consequences of a collision are much more serious).
Caught another one!
Chain stretch is the main
Chain stretch is the main thing to worry about and the main cause of that is dirt and grit getting into it and grinding down the metal. The chain can get worn so that the sideplates can snap, but that’s rare (probably due to incorrect installation) and not particularly easy to detect ahead of time.
Bear in mind that most chain checking tools don’t correctly measure chain stretch, but they’ll give an indication. You can use a ruler to measure stretch as well. If you want the details, have a look here.
I usually try to avoid it
I usually try to avoid it when it’s really wet, so I’ve just had the same experience as Sniffer – rain runs down your legs and into the boots unless you arrange your tights/trousers to go over the boots. Can’t say I’ve noticed whether the water drains out or not as thick socks will absorb most of the water.
I’ve got an old pair of
I’ve got an old pair of Northwave Arctic winter boots (SPD version) and although they’re expensive, they’ve lasted for years and work really well. It’s worth buying slightly larger than you would otherwise to allow for chunky socks as tight shoes can restrict blood flow and leave you with cold feet.
Or an amusing squirrel based picture.If you insist
This morning I was waiting at the lights st a crossroads. The driver opposite wanted to turn right, so across my path. The lights turned green so I moved off. She drove and made to turn them had to wait for me, and sat there shaking her head at me. Like, what?Can’t you just ‘share the road’ with her? It’d only hold you up for a few seconds to let her go first.
Are you being serious ? Dude going straight ahead has right of way. If we start giving way then nobody will know what to do. You’d not expect a car to let you turn across if the roles were reversed. And as you said yourself Peter – she’d only be held up for a few seconds.
Might need a net to land this one.
This morning I was waiting at the lights st a crossroads. The driver opposite wanted to turn right, so across my path. The lights turned green so I moved off. She drove and made to turn them had to wait for me, and sat there shaking her head at me. Like, what?Can’t you just ‘share the road’ with her? It’d only hold you up for a few seconds to let her go first.
I’m plumping for confirmation
I’m plumping for confirmation bias as you only tend to remember the poor drivers and don’t remember the majority of well-behaved cars.
However, I have noticed that certain areas seem to foster pro-car/anti-cycling mentality. I often cycle through Weston-super-Mud and there seems to be a higher percentage of car drivers there that shout abuse. I can almost guarantee that if someone shouts abuse (“use the *bleeping* cycle path”, “stop wearing that f*cking squirrel suit”, “pay squirrel tax” etc ) then 9 times out of 10 they’re a local driver i.e. not heading towards the motorway.
I’m sorry, but that’s
I’m sorry, but that’s entirely the wrong question.
You should be asking “what else would I spend £2000 on and would it be as much fun?”.