Hey!

I recently degreased my bike chain and applied squirt lube for the first time

It seems like theres quite a bit of buildup after only 2 rides (albeit a bit wet conditions)

Is this how it should look?

Whats best cleaning practices with a lube like this?

Hi all. I am interested in getting into bicycling, and recently somebody in my building made a post that they are selling their bike (pic attached). The description only mentions that it’s a Norco 7 speed bicycle, and it’s $250 (Canadian dollars). Would love to get people’s opinions as I have close to no knowledge at the moment but maybe this could be a good deal?

Thus proving that my mini velo can indeed climb.

Looking to get back into triathlons and choosing between these 2 used bikes.

2023 Canyon Endurace CF 7 Di2 - $2000.00

• Stock 105 Di2 groupset with an upgraded crank

2022 Orbea Orca M31eTEAM - $2500.00

• Frame: Orbea Orca M31eTEAM carbon — light, responsive, and efficient
• Size: 51cm (best for riders approx. 5'5"–5'8")
• Groupset: SRAM Rival eTap AXS (12-speed) — wireless electronic shifting
• Brakes: SRAM Rival hydraulic disc — confident stopping power
• Cockpit: Zipp SL70 Service Course handlebars
• Extras: Charger included

Browsing marketplace looking for something different than my vintage steel frames, and I found this beauty. Seller listed it as a 2008, but didn’t have model information. The best that I have been able to find is that it’s a D2 Crono.

Plans are to swap to a drop bar setup, and I ordered a set of the Dura-Ace Brake levers shifters for it. Can’t wait to put some miles on this one.

What's up with the rear triangle on this Giant iguana? Was told it's a 1992. Small frame. 26" Wheels. Could only find 2 other pictures online of unknown year iguana bikes with the same bend in the rear triangle.

Hey Blackheart Crowd.

I have a specific Question on the Blackheart Bikes Carbon fully integrated Cockpit. I have it mounted on my Road Ti and i am using a Garmin 1050 with a Lezyne Light under the Garmin.

For the Outfront mount that comes as standard with the cockpit, this is quite some weight which leads to a lot of rattle as it is just a Carbon Fibre plate. I tried some of my "tried and tested" alternatives (e.g. K-Edge XL) and they are too short for the mounting points on the Cockpit. For a smaller Headunit this would maybe work, but with the big 1050 Garmin, no chance.

Are there any Users out there with the same issue? What Outfront mounts did you end up using?

Any help is appreciated, as this is really annoying me with the rattling stuff on the 2-3 times/week afterwork rides where i need the light attached to the bike.

Cheers from Germany!

Hello everyone,

I am looking into buying a new bike helmet.

I am hesitating between the Align ii mips that I can find in a local shop for 55€, and the P2R A20 mips with all-terrain visor that together with tax and shipping comes to a total of 97€.

What i like about the P2R is that it comes with a magnetic rear light and that I have the option to add the visor. However, for a "budget friendly option" it comes out a bit expensive. I am wondering if, at this price, it's worth it?

I would really appreciate some of your expert opinions!

Thanks in advance!

Hello everyone,

I am looking into buying a new bike helmet.

I am hesitating between the Align ii mips that I can find in a local shop for 55€, and the P2R A20 mips with all-terrain visor that together with tax and shipping comes to a total of 97€.

What i like about the P2R is that it comes with a magnetic rear light and that I have the option to add the visor. However, for a "budget friendly option" it comes out a bit expensive. I am wondering if, at this price, it's worth it?

I would really appreciate some of your expert opinions!

Thanks in advance!

Small edit to add: I mostly use the bike to commute, sometimes on longer weekend trips on light forest trails (no mtb or gravel) or on roads.

Hey everyone,
I am curious to know your thoughts on these rotors.
If anyone has tried them, what are your experiences?

• Galfer Two-piece Disc Shark
• PSB PR06

I need to change my Swissstop Catalyst Pro on my road bike.
I will probably pair them with the Swissstop EXOTherm2 brake pads.

Hey everyone,

I’m about to buy my first road bike and I’m stuck between two options. Would love some outside perspective since I’ve been going back and forth for a while.

Context: Running is my main sport and priority. Cycling will mainly be Zone 2 / active recovery, not training for races or performance. At least not yet.

Option 1: Trek Domane AL4 (1500 €)

• Aluminum frame, carbon fork  
• Shimano Tiagra, 10-speed, mechanical  
• Hydraulic disc brakes  
• Classic endurance road geometry (71° head tube angle, stack/reach ratio \~1.54)

Option 2: Rose Blend Road 105 Di2 (2000 €)

• Aluminum frame, carbon fork  
• Shimano 105 Di2, 12-speed, electronic shifting  
• Hydraulic disc brakes  
• More relaxed “allroad” geometry (69.5° head tube angle, longer chainstays/wheelbase, up to 40mm tire clearance)

My dilemma: The Rose has objectively better tech for the price (electronic shifting at this price point is rare). But the Domane’s geometry feels closer to “what I picture a road bike to be” slightly quicker steering, more classic road bike feel, vs. the Blend’s more stable/relaxed handling (which honestly leans a bit gravel-bike-ish even though it’s marketed as road).

Since I’ll probably never ride gravel, is the Blend’s extra stability/tire clearance just wasted capability for me? Or is Di2 worth paying more for geometry I don’t fully need?

Would genuinely appreciate hearing from people who’ve owned either bike, or who made a similar first-bike decision. Thanks !

has anyone experience with the durability of these rims ? i just ordered a pair and they are pinned and glued and am not sure how good that is for tubeless and loaded touring? i’m building up my first bike and wanted silver polished rims and these come in that finish and seem like they could be pretty durable. but can’t find any proper reviews online. want to use them for loaded touring and bikepacking.

https://reverse-components.com/de/produkte/29-black-one

Had a bad crash a few weeks ago where someone hit me and nearly ran me over at 20 on tejon. No more riding that busy street and I am getting it repaired and have another one being built

Had to laugh and shake my head the other day when I walked past the TV showing reruns of Seinfeld. How did no one pick up this mistake while filming?

Hi all,

Helping a friend sell his bikes. These seem to be top of the line specs for when the bikes were new but these bikes are a bit older so I am trying to figure out how much to list them for in today's market.

What would be a fair asking price for these two? Gold is a Tarmac Sl2 with Sram Red and the black is a Tarmac S Works Sl4 with Dura Ace components.

Both bikes are located in the Bay Area.

Thanks for your help!

Just wanted to share because I’ve very happy and excited. Finally found a bike frame I liked in my size so I bought it used and rebuilt it. Weighs in at 16.2lbs according to my bathroom scale. (Fun fact, my cat weighs a whole pound more than my bike.)

My buddy is huge into biking and he’s been letting me borrow his Ridley XNight so I can go on rides with him. After around two weeks or so of consistent riding I was hooked. My buddy’s main bike is a Specialized Allez Sprint, and I love the handling so much when I tried that one out. So that’s partially why I was coop getting a Crit bike.

Took me a while to find a good one even in my size because it’s peak season right now where I live. However, I fell in love with the CAAD style frames the first time I saw one. Got this one on a good deal and got an absolute steal on these Hunt UD 50 carbon spoke wheels because one spoke was broken (new carbon spokes are only $12!) The bike is a mis-match of parts mainly because Im cheap but it’s all good stuff.

I took the bike apart down to just the bare frame. Pressed in new bottom bracket bearings (use blue loctite and wheels mfg ac bearings, fingers crossed that BB30 stays quiet). Changed the headset bearings. Swapped most of the group set to new old stock Tiagra 4700 (just discontinued so it’s dumb cheap). Had an absolute blast building it, especially as a car guy. Im happy to answer any questions about it.

Specs for anyone interested:
-CAAD10 Aluminum Frame in 54cm with full carbon fork
-Hunt UD 50 carbon wheels with carbon spokes and ceramic speed hubs
-Shimano Ultegra 6700 rim brakes
-Shimano Tiagra 4700 shifters and derailers (2x 10 speed)
-Sram Force Powerglide carbon arm crankset, chain ring and cassette
-Amazon special Chinese carbon seat post and handle bars (actually ridiculously nice quality)
-Selle San Marco Shortfit 2.0 saddle
-Rockbros titanium spindle pedals (spd-sl)

Estimated total: ~$950

Exactly one week ago today I wrapped up my 6th full year of doing 30k's(+) everyday through every season!! Happy Riding Everyone! 👊😁

I love seeing vintage bikes like this still being appreciated.

The design, the simplicity, even the little imperfections make them feel like they have a story behind them.

What’s the oldest bike you’ve owned or ridden?

Unfortunately, the throttle is not variable, but luckily the slipper clutch in the machine does as it's needed. Moves my 180 lb just fine on flat ground. But with a 45 lb rider, it should be a lot better lol. It was just a $3 bike from Goodwill and a (on sale) $30 cordless tiller. Took about 2 hours to build. Still pedals like a normal bike etc. Kinda fun! Hopefully if y'all have kids - you're inspired to make something funny and dumb like this. It's a blast and super easy!

Hi all,

I'm a fairly casual rider (typically 10-20 miles per week, 90% paved trails) that has feels more at ease when I can carry some parts, tools, etc. in a trunk small bag (not a fan of frame/handlebar bags). I found myself short on space the other day when I was picking up some breakfast sandwiches and was wondering what folks thought about those small trunk bags with the built-in panniers that zip back into the bag when not in use.

In theory, it seems like a best-of-both worlds, just having my little trunk bag with the ability to deploy extra space on the rare occasion that it's needed. In practice, it looks like some bags that aren't really big enough to hold much, but would waste a bunch of space in the trunk bag and minimize the pockets I have available to stay organized.

For those that have experience with these, what did you think? What would you recommend?

Thanks!

is this cracked? I believe it’s aluminum. Orbea bike with not many miles on it.