tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33267056105831807162024-03-19T15:22:48.088-07:00z-ARCHIVE - Gearmuse kiddhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17323247214302767869noreply@blogger.comBlogger30125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3326705610583180716.post-18905795857427576462020-06-01T07:21:00.032-07:002022-04-18T08:34:06.780-07:00GEAR The Bikes
<div class="deck" style="margin-bottom: 30px;">My collection of bikes has expanded over the past few years and now I have a small group from which to choose.</div>
<div class="display-text">Pictured below are the three beauties I have for my cycling adventures. Select the bike name to read more on their unique features. What else is all this data for, eh? </div>
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<div class="subhead"><a href="https://bikewalesgear.blogspot.com/p/2011dawes-ultra-galaxy.html">2011 Dawes Ultra Galaxy - <i>El Camino</i></a></div>
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<div class="display-text">When I moved to Wales I felt that I should get a proper British touring bike and Dawes was <i><b>THE</b></i> brand to have. I had no idea that within the first eight years I'd put 50,000 miles on her, but she has performed flawlessly. Of course, most every component has been replaced numerous times... <a href="https://bikewalesgear.blogspot.com/p/2011dawes-ultra-galaxy.html"><span class="pointer">► </span>Read more</a></div>
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<div class="subhead"><a href="https://bikewalesgear.blogspot.com/2020/04/lizzie-rides-again-part-ii.html">1979 Trek 412 - <i>Lizzie</i></a></div>
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<div class="display-text">I bought this bike brand new in the summer of 1979 - straight out of the the shop window! She's been with me through thick and thin for over 40 years. Now however; I only ride her on special occasions for I would be crushed if she were to befall any serious damage. <a href="https://bikewalesgear.blogspot.com/2020/04/lizzie-rides-again-part-ii.html"><span class="pointer">► </span>Read more</a></div>
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<div class="subhead"><a href="https://bikewalesgear.blogspot.com/2017/09/lady-purple-rolls-again.html">1995 Raleigh Alaska - <i>Lady Purple</i></a></div>
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<div class="display-text">Melanie's old mountain bike sat outside for a number of years before getting an overhaul. (Thank goodness the frame is aluminum!) I've updated or replaced most all of the components making her super-friendly for canal towpaths and short jaunts to the shops.<a href="https://bikewalesgear.blogspot.com/2017/09/lady-purple-rolls-again.html"><span class="pointer">► </span>Read more</a></div>
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<div class="display-text">I honestly started keeping track of my expenses whilst volunteering for Sustrans. After that it just escalated into documenting every nickel and dime. When and with whom I spend my money also helps me keep track of rising costs and the lifespan of individual components, especially tyres, chains, cassettes, and brake blocks.</div>
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<div class="plain-text"><i><b>NOTE:</b> I'm currently working on a couple of widgets to replace the ones in the right column since they are now out of date.</i></div>
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3326705610583180716.post-31897258259836645012020-05-01T02:19:00.000-07:002023-05-28T01:55:07.616-07:00GEAR 2020 Assorted Bike Shots<div class="deck">This year I added two bikes to my stable; Melanie's 1995 Raleigh and I finally got my 1979 TREK back on the road.</div>
<span class="display-text">I have a love/hate relationship with "bike porn". I'm a big believer that "<i>it's not about the bike</i>"; it's where you go and the places you see, the people you meet. I mean after all is said and done... I could make most all of my adventures on just about any bike. It's the journey that matters.
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But having said that, I do love my bikes and sometimes the setting just begs for a photo. So here's to those times when I turn around and see my bike leaning up against a rock and I get that silly feeling inside. I cannot help myself.</span>
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<div class="subhead">2011 Dawes Ultra Galaxy</div>
<span class="display-text">I bought this girl in January of 2012 and she has been a real work horse. I just love her. She's been with me through the thick and thin of my cycling adventures in Wales. With well over 50,000 miles under her saddle, she's had most every component replaced multiple times times. She's my year-round bike and I take her everywhere. <a href="https://bikewalesgear.blogspot.com/p/2011dawes-ultra-galaxy.html"><span class="pointer">► </span>Read more...</a></span>
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<div class="subhead"><a href="https://bikewalesgear.blogspot.com/2017/09/lady-purple-rolls-again.html">1995 Raleigh Alaska</a></div>
<span class="display-text">After sitting outside under a tarp for several years, I finally brough her inside and gave her a good clean. Initially, "Lady Purple" was a mountain bike, but Melanie wanted the straight handlebars swapped out for uprights and some <i>girly</i> pink grips with matching pink cable housing. What do you say? Later, I upgraded some of the components and now she rides like a dream (plus I replaced the pink features, shhhh...). <a href="https://bikewalesgear.blogspot.com/2017/09/lady-purple-rolls-again.html"><span class="pointer">► </span>Read more...</a></span>
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<div class="subhead"><a href="https://bikewalesgear.blogspot.com/2020/04/lizzie-rides-again-part-ii.html">1979 TREK 412</a></div>
<span class="display-text">What can I say about this special bike? 40 years ago I bought her brand new - right out of the shop window! She's had a glorious life and she's been with me for most all my major cycle tours. Now she proudly hangs on the wall in my man-cave now. A place of honour. I do ride her on occasion, but only when the weather is lovely and never too far from home. She's earned the respect. <a href="https://bikewalesgear.blogspot.com/2020/04/lizzie-rides-again-part-ii.html"><span class="pointer">► </span>Read more...</a>.</span>
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3326705610583180716.post-29518946147963438792020-04-19T14:33:00.008-07:002022-07-02T06:04:26.336-07:00GEAR Lizzie Rolls Again!... Part II
<div class="deck">She's been disassembled and sitting in boxes since I broke a rear axle in 2017. Today, at 40 years young, she's back on the road.</div>
<span class="display-text">I bought her during the summer of 1980 when I was 19. I can still remember the excitement I felt when I first spotted her in the window of Toga Bike shop in Greensboro, North Carolina. I walked in, spoke with Dale Brown, and put a $50 deposit down on her.</span>
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<span class="display-text">It took the remainder of the summer for me to save up the $250 so that I could take her back to university with me that fall. I thought I was hot shit driving up to archtecture school in my 1970 BMW 2002 with a Trek strapped to the roof.</span>
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<span class="display-text">Lizzie and I have traveled quite extensively together. We've been all over the United States, from California to New York, Chicago to Florida. We've been to parts of Canada, across the Yucitan Pennisula in Mexico, to England and Wales. So when I started working on her again, I wanted to take my time and do it right.</span>
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<div class="subhead">New Campagnolo Axle</div>
<span class="display-text">Finding an older Campy axle proved to be my first chore and when I finally found one; it was a too long, so I had to cut it down just a tad.</span>
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<span class="display-text">Getting the measurements precisely accurate from the broken axle was crucial. I wanted to be sure that I could establish the correct spacing between the cones whilst allowing for a longer axle. This shows that I needed to cut 7mm from one end of the axle.</span>
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<span class="display-text">Double-checking each end of the axle before cutting. And then assembling the new axle, cut to length with new cones and the old spacers and nuts.</span>
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<span class="display-text">New axle with two new cones. The measurements look good... She's ready to go!</span>
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<div class="subhead">The Big Day Begins!</div>
<span class="display-text">The weather has been wonderful. I chose two days (April 9th & 10th) to focus on the task before me. And honestly, I could hardly sleep the night before as I played out the process in my mind - over and over again!</span>
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<span class="display-text">I bought that book new in 1984 and it's been my bible for bike maintenance. Oddly enough, 10 years later I found myself working with the author at PC Magazine in New York where he was a writer. A very cool coincidence and a great way to meet someone I admired.</span>
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<span class="display-text">I purchased new handlebars and stem for the bike a couple of years ago from <a href="https://www.sjscycles.co.uk/" target="new">SJS Cyles</a>. They're a great shop here in the UK that I highly recommend. <i>"If they don't have it, you don't need it."</i> Here are the links: </span>
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<span class="display-text">I'm super pleased with the look. They are fairly close to the SR bars and stem that originally came with the bike, but with a slight upgrade (IMHO). The Nitto bars have nothing but great reviews, so I cannot wait to try them out.</span>
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<span class="display-text">Now she's starting to come together. Reassembling the crankset was pretty tricky. There is a specific order to getting the chainring bolts in place... plus you've got to consider the saftey pin on the inside of the largest chainring. I got everything set and then noticed that I didn't have it behind the crankarm. Urgh!
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The Sugino crankset was an upgrade I made after my first trip to the UK in 2009. I had no problems with the Shimano BioPace triple (52/39/30) I was running until I got to the <i>hills</i> in Wales. Immediately upon my return, I went straight to <a href="http://www.cyclesdeoro.com/" target="new">Cycles de Oro</a> and had Dale order me a 46/36/26 for my next trip. I also got the corresponding Sugino bottom bracket.</span>
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<span class="display-text">I've got new brake blocks to go in the "newish" cartridge holders. I've been using Clarks triple-compound brake blocks on my Dawes for years and I highly recommend them. They work really well in wet conditions and are fairly soft so that they don't dig into the surface of the rims as much as others I've tried.</span>
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<span class="display-text">Some components require a degree of ceremony when installed. I absolutely love the look of the Shimano 600 friction shifters. I upgraded my components to the full Shimano 600 groupset a couple of years after I purchased the Trek and other than Deore front and rear derailleurs, it's what she's been running ever since.
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I've seen two Shimano 600 long cage rear derailleurs come up for sale on ebay here in the UK and both times they sold for over £100! Mine was damaged in the late '80's and I needed to replace it. I went for the Deore upgrade. I changed to the Deore front derailleur when I got the crazy BioPace triple crankset. What can I say? After more than 20 years and somewhere in the region of 50,000 miles, they have both performed flawlessly.</span>
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<span class="display-text">I meant to get a shot of the derailleurs before I installed them... but as I said, I just got carried away with excitement. Some might notice the silver drilled jockey wheels on my rear derailleur. Those are fancy [sic] ie; over-priced, aluminum with ceramic bearings that I installed a few years back and I do not recommend them! They make hardly any noticable difference and those drilled holes just get filled with muck and are a real pain to clean. (But they look kinda cool.)</span>
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<span class="display-text">Yes, I am super excited now!</span>
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<span class="display-text">Yup, those are Campy hubs (36h) on Wolber GTX 2 rims. Super-sexy (IMHO). I had those girls built for me by Dale Brown at Cycles de Oro in the late '90's.</span>
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<span class="display-text">Someone on Facebook asked me about the additional braze-ons. Well, back in the late 1990's I was living in Connecticut and didn't have much time to ride, so I boxed Lizzie up and shipped her back down to Cycles de Oro in Greensboro, North Carolina. I had Dale respray the frame and add additional braze-ons for a front low-rider rack on the forks, a second water bottle cage under the down tube, and cable guides to the top tube. As a bonus, he also added cable guides at the bottom of the seat tube! (Photos needed...) He's a top notch mechanic and all-around great guy.</span>
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<span class="display-text">A few years ago, I was shopping for new pair of cycling shoes when I casually lamented to a young clerk in a LBS here in Wales, about the limited selection for touring. His immediate reply was; "why would anyone want toe straps when you can go clipless?" So, one more thing before I take her out for a spin... new toe straps!</span>
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<div class="subhead">The Fun Begins!</div>
<span class="display-text">The weather is gorgeous and despite the current lockdown, I can take an hour for exercise.</span>
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<span class="display-text">Where shall we go Lizzie? Shall we find a quiet country lane? Perhaps a little climb overlooking the valley? Come on girl... Let's go!</span>
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<li>Shimano 600 Gear Shifters</li>
<li>Shimano 600 Pedals & Toe Clips</li>
<li>Shimano 600 Seat Post</li>
<li>Shimano Deore Front & Rear(Long Cage) Derailleur(s)</li>
<li>Sugino Triple Crank 48/36/26, 172.5</li>
<li>Shimano MF-TZ20 14-28 6-speed Freewheel</li>
<li>Nitto 135A Randonneur Handlebar</li>
<li>NItto Techtronic Stem</li>
<li>Braided Stainless Steel Brake Cables</li>
<li>Wolber GTX 2 Rims 27" x 19mm</li>
<li>Campagnolo Victory Small Flange Hubset, 36 hole</li>
<li>DT Swiss Double-butted Stainless Spokes</li>
<li>Clarks Triple-compound Brake Blocks</li>
<li>Continental Tour Ride Tyres, 27" x 1 1/8"</li>
<li>Brooks Professional Saddle</li>
<li>Christophe Leather Toe Straps</li>
<li>Elite Cussi Stainless Bottle Cages</li>
<li>Zefal XPX Frame Pump</li>
<li>Cinelli Cork Gel Handlebar Tape</li>
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<span class="deck">A shockingly difficult year for me - with some exceptional exceptions. And I might be taking too many photos of my bike... I was pretty surprised to find so many when I went to compile this gallery!</span>
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muse kiddhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17323247214302767869noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3326705610583180716.post-75124713227531360242019-07-31T14:17:00.000-07:002020-04-18T09:38:19.872-07:00New Pedals<br />
<span Class="deck">Sometimes it's the little things that make a big difference. Sometimes spending just a few pounds can go a long way to improving one's cycling.</span>
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<span class="display-text">Cycling long distances can be tough on your body. For me, my feet seem to suffer the most. I've been known to stop after 80 - 90 miles to take my shoes off for a while; giving my feet some breathing room and then resetting my laces. It makes my feet feel refreshed and the last 20 or so miles much easier.</span>
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<span class="display-text">It took the remainder of the summer for me to save up the additional $250 so that I could take her back to university that fall. I thought I was hot shit driving back to architecture school in my 1970 BMW 2002, with that Trek strapped to the top.</span>
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<span class="subhead_sm2">MKS GR-9 vs. GR-10.</span>
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<span class="display-text">I've been using the GR-9's since I first bought my bike back in 2012. I love them and to be fair, they've been damn good pedals. I've repacked the bearings three times over eight years, so I can easily say that I got my money's worth out of them. But after 50k the cups had simply worn out and the bearings also needed replacing. I had every intention of buying another set because I really like them and the price is exceptionally reasonable.</span>
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<span class="display-text">Then I ran across the GR-10's while surfing the Internet, as you do. It was hard to find a distributer in the UK so I ended up ordering them from Japan. The foot pad is a bit wider and longer and I have to say, am I ever pleased. I've got a couple of hundred miles on them now and there's no turning back. The difference was immediate. Just a tad wider and longer with a more pronounced surface area making them super comfortable. These babies ROCK!</span>
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<span class="subhead_sm2">Clipless vs. Toeclips</span>
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<span class="display-text">I've never used clipless pedals and after 40 years of cycling; I don't ever plan to. I just don't see the need. I enjoy being able to walk around a cafe or wander through a castle or trot about wherever, comfortably when I get off the bike. I ain't racing. I don't give a shit about weight. I don't care how fast I go. I want comfort. Period.</span>muse kiddhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17323247214302767869noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3326705610583180716.post-20858130824864891702019-01-08T04:13:00.004-08:002021-03-16T14:40:23.371-07:00New Mudguards & Brake Levers<div class="deck">In the fall 0f 2018 I upgraded my mudguards to Giles Berthoud stainless steel. I cannot say enough good things about them. And my buddies cannot stop commenting. I have to admit, they look great!</div>
<span class="display-text">I had been using SKS mudguards for over twenty years and I have nothing bad to say about them. They are strong and durable. They fit well and are easy to maintain. However, they are NOT unbreakable.
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So after my third set in six years broke; I made the jump to stainless steel. They are a tad more narrow, down to 40c wide from 42c, but they have a more pronounced sectional curve. That is they seem to wrap across the tyre better.</span>
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<span class="display-text">I was passing by the old <a href="https://outoftheblueartifacts.com/abertillery-cycle-track-early-history/">Abertillery Cycle Track</a> on a lovely morning, so I thought I stop for few quick snaps. All the ole-timers remember this place... some even raced here. (I've heard that they stopped using it in the 1960's? Supposedly, a man came off the banked curve at speed and was killed. If anyone knows more, drop me a line.)</span>
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<span class="display-text">It's a quarter mile around, nearly 3 metres wide and features banked curves. The surface is broken with grass coming through in many places now, but you can still ride around most of the track. However, a new covered stadium for football and rugby sits across the straight section on the far side.</span>
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<span class="display-text">Just look at the crowds who have come out to watch bicycle racing! The good 'ole days... and over 100 years ago! Amazing to think about really.</span>
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<span class="display-text">You need to take your time fitting the mudguards, for they require a bit of careful measurement and drilling. But, your efforts are well-rewarded in the end. I could not ask for a better fit.
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Protection from water is exceptional. Despite being a tad more narrow; my theory is that the better sectional curve of the mudguard better captures the water. Also the mudflap keeps road spray from coming up onto my feet, bottom bracket and crankset. It's a pricey addition, but well worth the investment.</span>
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<span class="display-text">I get loads of compliments on them. (They are shiny!) Note too, that I've added the leather mudflap to the front mudguard and a Pacific Design Works rear tail-light to the back guard.</span>
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<span class="display-text">One last detail; I changed my brake levers. I had been using TRP RRL levers, which I loved... BUT, the rubber hoods wore out very quickly and I couldn't find reasonably priced replacements. In fact, I could replace the entire levers for the same cost of importing replacement hoods!
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I found these Origin 8 levers at SJS Cycles and I couldn't be happier. They are made in England and replacements hoods are less than £20. They feel great, look great and continue the classic styling for my classic bike. </span>
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My number one "go-to" shop is <a href="https://www.sjscycles.co.uk/?sessionid=40834ba7505860eedd2483b663e9af817f127153" target="new">SJS Cycles</a>. If they don't have it, you don't need it.
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<li><a href="https://www.sjscycles.co.uk/mudguards/700-x-40-gilles-berthoud-700c-stainless-steel-mudguards-long/?sessionid=40834ba7505860eedd2483b663e9af817f127153" target="new">Gilles Berthoud 700c Stainless Steel Mudguards - Long</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.sjscycles.co.uk/mudguards/black-gilles-berthoud-leather-mudflap/?sessionid=40834ba7505860eedd2483b663e9af817f127153" target="new">Gilles Berthoud Leather Mudflap</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.sjscycles.co.uk/lighting/pdw-radbot-1000-1w-led-tail-light/?sessionid=40834ba7505860eedd2483b663e9af817f127153" target="new">PDW Radbot 1000 1W LED Tail Light</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.sjscycles.co.uk/brake-levers/origin8-classique-sport-drop-road-brake-levers-silver-black/?sessionid=40834ba7505860eedd2483b663e9af817f127153" target="new">Origin8 Classique Sport Drop Road Brake Levers</a></li>
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I passed the 50,000 mile/mark during 2018 whilst riding my faithful stead. I cannot say enough good things about this bike. Incredibly comfortable and reliable... she has performed flawlessly.
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<span class="deck">It has been an incredible year; one that will be hard to match in the future. Oh, the places my little "Camino" has taken me.</span>
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<br />muse kiddhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17323247214302767869noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3326705610583180716.post-7579157154856494062018-05-25T02:48:00.001-07:002019-07-31T14:34:05.725-07:00New Tyres & Old Rim<span class="deck">It's been a long time coming... many parts had seen their last mile. Last month I changed out the drive train. This month I added new tyres and replaced a rear rim.</span>
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I am a long time user of Continental tyres. On the first of May this year I installed a new set of Continental Gatorskin Hardshells. I also went with the Continental tubes for the full brand effect.
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Last year I won a set of Schwalbe Durano DD tyres from Ride with GPS. At first, I was pretty sceptical of running 35c tyres, but after adjusting my fenders to accommodate the wider circumference, I fell in love with them. And after getting over 7k miles on them, I'd use them again without question.
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However, I thought the 35c's were just a tad too wide. They kicked up a lot of road splash, plus they barely fit within my fenders.
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Well worn and loved. The Schwalbe Duranos have been the best tyre I've ever used. I didn't have a single puncture for nearly the entire year... (with the exception of the last two weeks; when I had multiple punctures on every ride... at least 10!) I hope the Continentals hold up as well. I'm looking to get 8,000 miles or one year out of them. That's the test.
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On go the Continentals along with new tubes. (Yes, I love the yellow valve caps!)
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Then not a week after installing the new tyres, my rear rim split! That was a shocker. I ended up walking the last seven miles home from my longest ride of the year too. Yeah, after I had ridden 107 miles, I walked another seven to get home... AND in the dark... AND in the RAIN! (But that's another story: <a href="">Grosmont & Skenfrith Epic</a>
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Yup, that's what a split rim looks like. I just worn the sidewalls down. But with over 24,000 miles, I don't think I've anything to complain about. When did you last ride 24,000 miles? In three years? In all sorts of weather?
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I can't say enough good things about Mavic A719's. They may be heavy, but they take a beating without flinching. I ordered these from Rose Bikes out of Germany, they were perfectly true straight out of the box, and I only tweaked them slightly over the course of three years.
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Fortunately, I still have the Alex XT19 wheels that shipped with my bike originally. The rear rim has some life left in it, so I'm hoping it will last another few months til I can get a new set of rims. (Or as long as the front Mavic rim lasts!) More to come about shopping for new wheels in a coming issue...
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<br />muse kiddhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17323247214302767869noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3326705610583180716.post-38176437037448563232018-04-11T04:28:00.000-07:002019-07-31T14:37:44.198-07:002018 Big Rebuild<span class="deck">It's been a long time coming - four years to be precise, but surprisingly the weather relaxed for a day in early April so that I finally could replace my drive train.</span>
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I hate riding my bike with mucky parts, but because the weather has been so horrible along with my drive train components being pretty much shot; I just let things go. I see little point in cleaning a crankset with shark teeth or a rear derailleur when the pivot arms are worn out.
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One day I'll have a proper bike shed in which to fiddle with my bikes regardless of the weather; in the meantime I am forced to take advantage of the days when it's NOT raining.
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Yes, it was cold! There's still snow about in the corners of the yard. And yes, I could only work for a short while before heading back inside to warm my hands a bit.
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What a dirty mess, eh? In my part of the world, this is what yer bike will look like after 1,500 miles without cleaning. I was more than a little concerned about having water seeped into the bearings of my dynamo hub.
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Changing rear gears was an adventure. The rear derailleur was completely worn out and would only hold the chain on the middle rear sprockets. No amount of adjustment could get the full range... very awkward.
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And then that poor front crankset was just a goner. The slightest bit of pressure whilst on the outer chainring would immediately drop the chain back down to the middle ring.
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But I am not complaining. I got more than my money's worth out of this gear:
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<li><b>Crankset:</b> 32,566.6 miles (Jan. 2015 - Apr. 2018)</li>
<li><b>Rear Derailleur:</b> 43,960.7 miles (Jan. 2012 - Apr. 2018)</li>
<li><b>Chain:</b> 8,293.40 miles (Nov. 2016 - Apr. 2018)</li>
<li><b>Cassette:</b> 8,293.40 miles (Nov. 2016 - Apr. 2018)</li>
<li><b>Bottom Bracket:</b> 8,293.40 miles (Nov. 2016 - Apr. 2018)</li>
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It's kinda cool having lots of new components sitting around, but it's also terribly frustrating to not be able to install them. So yes, I'm really excited to get this project going!
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There are some subtle changes in the design of the rear derailleur over six years. Most notably, the derailleur body is a bit more solid and the cable attaches further forward on the case. The cage itself is now straight.
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I am loving the look of my new crankset and I can't wait to use it. The old one sure paid it's dues. I was quite worried about finding a replacement... 9-speed triples (with Hollowtech axle) are getting hard to find. (See my article: "<a href="http://bikewales.blogspot.co.uk/p/death-of-triple-crank.html">Death of the Triple Crank</a>" for more thoughts on this...)
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<br />muse kiddhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17323247214302767869noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3326705610583180716.post-22408679483791755632018-02-13T06:44:00.000-08:002020-04-18T06:47:30.006-07:00Death of the 3x Crankset?<br />
<span class="deck">There's some scary chat going on these days and it sounds none too good for cyclists like myself who've come to rely upon their triple crankset as a trusted companion for the long road. Could the end be in sight?</span>
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During this past January whilst snowed in, I thought I'd shop for some new bike parts to prepare my trusty steed for Spring (as ya do...). You can imagine my shock when I found the main online retailers no longer stocking my crankset. What?
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Eventually, I did find one, but the difficulty with which it took left me wondering WTF? And so my research began.
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Several Disturbing Articles</h3>
I cycle roughly 7k a year in all sorts of weather which means that I chew up bike components; brake blocks (every 2k-3k), chains (3k), tyres and cassettes (6k), and cranksets & bottom brakets (25k). Of course handlebar tape, brake lever hoods, jockey wheels, and cables are changed regularly, but without much schedule. The point being; I shop a lot for bike parts.
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I have a group of online bicycle retailers that I rely upon for replacement of these components, but hands down the leader is <a href="http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/" target="new">Chain Reaction Cycles</a> (see below for full list). I was surprised to find that they didn't have my crankset in stock, but more even more shocked to discover - they didn't plan on restocking it! Jeezus H. Christ! What the hell is going on?!?
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And so I started down my list of retailers... <a href="https://www.evanscycles.com/" target="new">Evans Cycles</a>?, nope... <a href="http://www.wiggle.co.uk/" target="new">Wiggle</a>?, nope. <a href="https://www.rosebikes.com/" target="new">Rose Cycles</a>?, nope. Shit!
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At this point I just went to Google and searched for "Triple Cranks". Whilst looking down the results list, my jaw fell open at this horrific title; <a href="http://road.cc/content/feature/221157-death-triple-chainset" target="new">Death of the Triple Crank</a>.
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And then there were these nasty pieces: <a href="https://www.velocipedesalon.com/forum/f2/triple-crank-dead-33606.html" target="new">Is the Triple Crank Dead?</a>, <a href="https://www.bikehugger.com/posts/the-rise-of-the-compact-crank/" target="new">The Rise of the Compact Crank</a>, and then <a href="http://singletrackworld.com/forum/topic/is-triple-speed-dead/" target="new">Is the Triple Dead?</a>
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Seriously? Are we to believe the hype? Drink the kool-aid of "newer is always better"? Are you telling me the advent of sub-compact-doubles or massive rear cassettes hitched to single front cranks are bringing an end to the triple chainset? I just don't believe it.
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Now I'm going to say this for the record: <font color="red"><b>There is absolutely NO NEED for 10 or 11 speed cassettes, chains, derailleurs, etc. NO NEED!</b></font> It's just changing technology for the sake of selling NEW gear. I don't even really need a 9 speed, but I went with it because that's what came with my ride. URGH. (But I digress...)
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Fighting Constant Change</h3>
Having read through these pieces, some of which are quite old, I looked further to manufacturers of triple cranksets and much to my relief I found several deeply committed to their continued production. Yes, many models of triple-cranks are being dropped, but to claim that they are dying is a load of hog-wash.
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The caveat is that most triple cranksets still require square-taper bottom bracket axles. Not a big deal. I only went to the Hollowtech II style crankset mostly because I wanted the complete brand on my drive train; ie ALL Shimano and secondly because I thought external bottom-brackets were an improvement.
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But to consider that I've got to go back to an earlier setup it makes me a little crazy. I'll do it of course. Yet, the bike industry is plagued by continual change and so-called "upgrades". Which in itself is fine, but it's the abandonment of components that makes long-term cycling difficult. Having to re-config my ride when I like it the way it is, is damn frustrating.
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Retro-Grouch</h3>
Yep, that pretty much hits the nail on the head when describing my current mood. Taking my case further; it's getting very difficult to find 9-speed equipment. Brake/shifters? Nope. Front derailleurs? One model available... for the time being. Rear derailleurs? Same.
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And back to the focus of this write-up; <i>cranksets</i>, Shimano is only making a very expensive Deore XT Triple for mountain bikes with 44,34,24 chain rings (too low for touring IMHO), and a lesser grade(?) "Alivio" triple. (Yes, I found the Shimano 105 Triple, but with 50,39,30 chainrings it's strictly for fast road bikes AND I bet it's days are limited as well.)
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I feel completely let down by Shimano. I grew to love my Deore triple. It is perfect for the terrain here in Wales. I thought HollowTech was the future and most importantly, I thought I'd be able to continue using this set up going forward. Plus, I am a brand-loyal type of guy. But as it looks now, they've decided to let me go and it's a damn shame.
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As Luck Would Have It...</h3>
Not only did I eventually find the crankset I wanted, but I found it for nearly 50% off. And yes, I bought the thing straight away at <a href="https://www.sjscycles.co.uk/chainsets/black-shimano-deore-fcm590-9-speed-hollowtech-ii-triple-chainset-443222t-175mm/" target="new">SJS Cycles</a>. (She's pictured in the snow above...) But the word is out. Shimano will not be making this model crankset any longer.
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">SPA CYCLES XD-2 Touring Triple Chainset with custom TA chainrings</td></tr>
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Could this be back to the future? A <a href="https://www.spacycles.co.uk/m2b0s109p2004/SPA-CYCLES-XD-2-Touring-Triple-Chainset-with-custom-TA-chainrings" target="new">Spa Cycles (Sugino) XD-2 Touring Triple</a> at twice the price. Will I be dropping the external bottom-bracket technology along with the specific tools I bought to install the damn things. Urgh.
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A Little History</h3>
I bought my first triple crank as part of a groupset upgrade back in the early 1980's. At the time Shimano unleashed two major technologies; indexed shifting and "Biopace" chainrings. I had a 1978 Trek 700t touring bike with Suntour components and moving to the Shimano 600 Groupset completely transformed my bike from a great riding and reliable bike to a fantastic bike with an exceptional ride.
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I rode that bike along with that setup for 20 years - only replacing chainrings, cassettes, and derailleurs as needed. Parts were readily available from my LSB (<a href="http://www.cyclesdeoro.com/" target="new">Cycles de Oro</a>). The triple crank (50,44,28) was the core component of the group and that baby changed everything. It mean't that I could carry some pretty heavy loads up some pretty big mountains. Which I did cycling all over the US.
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When I first came to Wales for a cycle tour in 2008 I thought I would be fine with the Biopace triple, but as I quickly discovered; the hills are mighty steep in this little country. So upon my return to the US, I immediately began searching for a replacement crankset with lower gearing for my next tour.
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Installing the Sugino 46,36,26 crankset was yet another significant change. At first I thought I had made a huge mistake because the gearing felt so low, but over time I adapted and grew to love it. It's been on the Trek now since 2009. I should say too that I've been using the bog-standard 7-speed/13-28 freewheel for over thirty years. I've hardly even considered changing those cogs. They work great. But before I digress into the black hole of gear ratios, I'll end this segment with a link to an excellent read on gearing - well worth your time; <a href="https://www.cyclingabout.com/gear-ratios-how-to-select-touring-bike-gearing/" target="new">Cycling About/Gear Ratios</a>.
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Jump forward a few years and I'm now living in Wales and riding a 2011 Dawes Ultra Galaxy (<a href="http://www.cyclingweekly.com/reviews/touringaudax-bikes/dawes-ultra-galaxy" target="new">read review</a>) with a Shimano 9-speed Hollow Tech II triple crankset. The bike came with a pretty basic Sugino triple that wore out in roughly 12,000 miles.
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It was in 2014 that I decided to make the leap forward to the external bottom bracket and the Hollow Tech II style crankset. Was it really worth it now as I look back? I dunno.<br />
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I hope to get a few years out of my lastest Deore crankset, but I have a feeling that when it comes time to purchase another, I'll be in a similar situation and I'm putting my money down that I'll be going back to the square taper BB.<br />
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What do you think? - thanks, rc
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<b>Articles to Read:</b>
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<li><a href="http://road.cc/content/feature/221157-death-triple-chainset" target="new">road.cc</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.velocipedesalon.com/forum/f2/triple-crank-dead-33606.html" target="new">velocipede salon</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.bikehugger.com/posts/the-rise-of-the-compact-crank/" target="new">bike hugger</a></li>
<li><a href="http://tailwind-coaching.com/2012/04/09/the-irrelevance-of-the-triple/" target="new">Tailwind Coaching</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.livestrong.com/article/385645-shimano-600-history/" target="new">Shimano 600 History</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.sheldonbrown.com/biopace.html" target="new">Biopace Chainrings</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.cyclesdeoro.com/" target="new">Cycles de Oro</a></li>
<li><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Crankset" target="new">Crankset/Wikipedia</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.cyclingabout.com/gear-ratios-how-to-select-touring-bike-gearing/" target="new">Cycling About/Gear Ratios</a></li>
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<li><a href="https://cycle.shimano-eu.com/content/seh-bike/en/home/mtb/drivetrain/crankset.html" target="new">Shimano</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.suginoltd.co.jp/us/products/touring/alpina2.html" target="new">Sugino</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.mountainbikecomponents.co.uk/middleburn" target="new">Middleburn/betd</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.spacycles.co.uk/m2b0s109p0/Parts-and-Accessories/Components-Gears-Chainsets" target="new">Spa Cycles</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.stronglight.com/stronglight/index.php" target="new">Stronglight Crank Sets</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.sunrace.com/en/products/front-cranksets" target="new">Sunrace</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.aerozinebike.com/category-MTB-crankset-3x10--3x9-01-3.html" target="new">Aerozine</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.srsuntour-cycling.com/components/chainwheel/" target="new">Suntour Cranksets</a></li>
<li><a href="https://shop.fullspeedahead.com/en/type/cranksets?p=1&product_type=1818" target="new">FSA</a></li>
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<br />muse kiddhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17323247214302767869noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3326705610583180716.post-54112158181981509122018-01-19T23:11:00.001-08:002018-11-17T10:13:33.311-08:002018 Bike Maintenance<br />
I passed the 42,000 mile/mark last year mark whilst riding my faithful stead. I cannot say enough good things about this bike. Incredibly comfortable and reliable... she has performed flawlessly.
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I clean the entire drive train after every wet ride, including rims and brakes. The number of times I've ridden in the rain can be reflected in the frequency of my maintenance records below.
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I should point out that I really pushed my drive train during 2017. I believe this was achieved through regular maintenance (see: <a href="http://bikewalesgear.blogspot.co.uk/2017/02/2017-bike-maintenance.html">"2017 Bike Maintenance"</a>), however I don't recommend this amount of mileage.
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<li>tyres @ 3,000 miles</li>
<li>rotate tyres @ 1,500 miles</li>
<li>brake blocks @ 2,000 miles</li>
<li>chain @ 3,000 miles</li>
<li>cassette @ 6,000 miles</li>
<li>crankset @ 24,000 miles</li>
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3326705610583180716.post-53249086678105135592017-10-01T09:01:00.001-07:002020-12-23T09:02:13.901-08:00A Camera for a Cyclist<br />
<span class="deck">I don't often fall whilst riding my bike, but when I do; it's generally rather dramatic with rips and tears to my clothing, hopping about holding knees or elbows with loads of profanity. I just hate it. It wasn't until I got home that I discovered that somehow I had also landed on the lovely little camera my wife had given me. Now I'm on the market for a replacement.</span>
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I have a few opinions about photography, but the most obvious and important one I swear by is; "<i>It's not the camera that takes a great photo, it's the photographer</i>". And I need only point out the image of the "<a href="http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2017/12/26/fan-iphone-beat-countrys-top-photographers-capture-royals-christmas/" target="new">Two Royal Couples</a>" which has been plastered across every newspaper in the UK to validate my point.
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Having said that, a shit camera won't do you any favours. But fortunately, the market is flush with technology so it's incredibly easy to get a very good camera for very little quid. The hardest part however, is getting through the morass of product names and the seemingly indecipherable model numbering.
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To start, I created a short list of the main features that interest me. It's a pretty basic set covering manual ISO and aperture settings, a big light sensor, and preferably a wide angle lens as my primary concerns. However, I'm also keen to have wi-fi file transfer similar to my smartphone for uploading images directly to the cloud.
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<li><b>Point & Shoot;</b> Simple... It's gotta fit in the back pocket of a cycling jersey.</li>
<li><b>16:9 aspect ratio;</b> Pretty standard fare, but I mostly shoot landscapes.</li>
<li><b>Image stabilization;</b> Again, this is a fairly common feature, but I do need to counter-balance the wind and my natural wobbling about on the bike.</li>
<li><b>Dedicated rechargeable lithium-ion battery;</b> I cannot abide disposable batteries or the rechargeable substitute versions.</li>
<li><b>SD & SDHC memory card compatable;</b> I've got a bunch of these laying around and want to keep using them.</li>
<li><b>Low-light capability;</b> A major drawback with most smartphone cameras and low-end "point & shoot" cameras. I'm hoping for a maximum aperture of at least 3.5?</li>
<li><b>Wi-Fi connectivity;</b> Wi-Fi image transfer is standard fair with smartphones... seems obvious to have it on a camera.</li>
<li><b>Price range;</b> £200. Yeah... that narrows the choices considerably.</li>
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As I started this project, I found it quite surprising that there weren't more cameras from which to choose, but with smartphones improving their camera technology at every iteration; point & shoot cameras are a quickly diminishing market. Listed below are the cameras I found worthy of further investigation:
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<a href="https://store.canon.co.uk/canon-ixus-285-hs-silver/1079C007/?nav=cameras%2Ccompactdigitalcameras" target="new"><span class="product_lg">Canon Ixus 285 HS</span></a>
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<font color="#395E91">★★★★☆</font>
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- List Price; <b>£159.99</b>
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- 20.2MP, 12x Optical Zoom, 24x Zoom Plus, Wi-Fi,
<br /> NFC, 3" LCD Screen With Leather Case & 8GB SD
<br /> Card, Silver
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- Manufacturer Website: <a href="https://store.canon.co.uk/canon-ixus-285-hs-silver/1079C007/?nav=cameras%2Ccompactdigitalcameras" target="new">Canon UK</a>
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- Review; <a href="http://www.techradar.com/reviews/cameras-and-camcorders/cameras/compact-cameras/canon-ixus-265-1255922/review" target="new">Tech Radar</a>
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- Purchase: <a href="https://www.johnlewis.com/canon-ixus-285-hs-digital-camera-kit-full-hd-1080p-20-2mp-12x-optical-zoom-24x-zoom-plus-wi-fi-nfc-3-lcd-screen-with-leather-case-8gb-sd-card/p2519306" target="new">£129 at John Lewis</a></td>
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<a href="https://store.canon.co.uk/canon-powershot-sx620-hs-black/1072C013/?nav=cameras%2Ccompactdigitalcameras" target="new"><span class="product_lg">Canon PowerShot SX620</span></a>
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<font color="#395E91">★★★★★</font>
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- List Price; <b>£172.99</b>
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- 20.2MP, 25x Optical Zoom, Wi-Fi, NFC, 3" Screen,
<br /> Black
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- Manufacturer Website: <a href="https://store.canon.co.uk/canon-powershot-sx620-hs-black/1072C013/?nav=cameras%2Ccompactdigitalcameras" target="new">Canon UK</a>
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- Review; <a href="http://digitalcamera-hq.com/products/canon-powershot-sx620-review" target="new">Digital Camera HQ</a>
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- Purchase: <a href="https://www.johnlewis.com/canon-powershot-sx620-digital-camera-hd-1080p-20-2mp-25x-optical-zoom-wi-fi-nfc-3-screen/p2841474?colour=Black" target="new">£159 at John Lewis</a>
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<span class="product_lg">Canon PowerShot SX430 Bridge</span>
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<font color="#395E91">★★★☆☆</font>
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- List Price; <b>(discontinued)</b>
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- 20 megapixels, 4x digital zoom, 3in LCD screen,
<br /> 24mm wide angle, CCD sensor, Black
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- Manufacturer Website: <a href="https://store.canon.co.uk/?wt.srch=1&wt.mc_id=uk:google:UK+-+EN+-+Pure+Brand+-+Canon:canon+uk&ds_agid=58700001096639607&ds_kid=43700019758921043&gclid=Cj0KCQiA1afSBRD2ARIsAEvBsNnfk9bGj3LS1rnhrCicMlVW_DkWR8NGPLdNnX7LW5vmXklLHHWn27YaAlPZEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds&dclid=CKHcxJqVt9gCFcVxGwodj1UJwQ" target="new">Canon UK</a>
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- Review; <a href="https://www.ephotozine.com/article/canon-powershot-sx430-is-review-31156" target="new">E Photo Zine</a>
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- Purchase: <a href="http://www.argos.co.uk/product/6782315?cmpid=GG05X&_$ja=tsid:13535|cid:147670605|agid:41865960466|tid:aud-298559921996:kwd-302978392003|crid:230467738289|nw:g|rnd:10205912607572314917|dvc:c|adp:1t1|mt:e|loc:9045374&gclid=Cj0KCQiAsqLSBRCmARIsAL4Pa9STYk9qNYixcTo3zGjnWF2yRVwB778t9_Jhg_Z62DI85-815Z3ROC0aAiziEALw_wcB" target="new">£189 at Argos</a>
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<a href="https://www.europe-nikon.com/en_GB/product/digital-cameras/coolpix/standout-style/coolpix-a300" target="new"><span class="product_lg">Nikon CoolPix A300</span></a>
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<font color="#395E91">★★★☆☆</font>
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- List Price; <b>£199.99</b>
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- 20.1 megapixels, 8x optical zoom, 2.7in LCD screen,
<br /> Nikkor wide angle lens, CCD sensor, Bluetooth,
<br /> multiple colours
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- Manufacturer Website: <a href="https://www.europe-nikon.com/en_GB/product/digital-cameras/coolpix/standout-style/coolpix-a300" target="new">Nikon UK</a>
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- Review; <a href="https://www.pcmag.com/review/354372/nikon-coolpix-a300" target="new">PC Magazine</a>
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- Purchase: <a href="https://www.currys.co.uk/gbuk/cameras-and-camcorders/digital-cameras/compact-and-bridge-cameras/nikon-coolpix-a300-compact-camera-black-10145199-pdt.html?store=2230&cmpid=ppc~gg~(PLA)-LOCAL~~Exact&istCompanyId=bec25c7e-cbcd-460d-81d5-a25372d2e3d7&istItemId=xtxptxaixq&istBid=t&srcid=198&cmpid=ppc~gg~0001%20(PLA)%20COMPACT%20CAMERAS~All%20Compacts~Exact&mctag=gg_goog_7904&kwid=GOOGLE&device=c&ds_kids=92700029154022794&PLA=1&tgtid=0001%20(PLA)%20COMPACT%20CAMERAS&gclid=Cj0KCQiAsqLSBRCmARIsAL4Pa9QPF_1xWHzZEzO1eRJUbm6pRSqLEulzD2e7F9YvPvX4r29oadDmMuAaAk2JEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds" target="new">£159 at Currys PC World</a>
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<a href="https://www.panasonic.com/uk/consumer/cameras-camcorders/lumix-digital-cameras/tough-compact-cameras/dmc-ft30.html" target="new"><span class="product_lg">Panasonic Lumix DMC-FT30</span></a>
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<font color="#395E91">★★★☆☆</font>
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- List Price; <b>£129.00</b>
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- 16.1MP, Water/Shock/Freeze Proof, 220MB Built-in
<br /> Memory, LUMIX DC VARIO Lens, Creative Panorama,
<br /> multiple colours
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- Manufacturer Website: <a href="https://www.panasonic.com/uk/consumer/cameras-camcorders/lumix-digital-cameras/tough-compact-cameras/dmc-ft30.html" target="new">Panasonic UK</a>
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- Review; <a href="https://www.pcworld.idg.com.au/review/panasonic/lumix-dmc-ft30-tough-camera/572568/" target="new">PC World</a>
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- Purchase: <a href="https://www.jessops.com/p/panasonic/lumix-dmc-ft30-camera-in-black-95212" target="new">£108 at Jessups</a>
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<a href="https://www.panasonic.com/uk/consumer/cameras-camcorders/lumix-digital-cameras/superzoom-cameras/dmc-tz70.html" target="new"><span class="product_lg">Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ70</span></a>
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<font color="#395E91">★★★★★</font>
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- List Price; <b>£299.00</b>
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- 12.1 MP, 30x Optical Zoom, High-sensitivity MOS
<br /> Sensor, LEICA DC VARIO-ELMAR lens, Silver
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- Manufacturer Website: <a href="https://www.panasonic.com/uk/consumer/cameras-camcorders/lumix-digital-cameras/superzoom-cameras/dmc-tz70.html" target="new">Panasonic UK</a>
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- Review; <a href="http://www.techradar.com/reviews/cameras-and-camcorders/cameras/compact-cameras/panasonic-tz70-zs50-1278976/review" target="new">Tech Radar</a>
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- Purchase: <a href="https://www.jessops.com/p/panasonic/lumix-dmc-tz70-camera-in-silver-95240" target="new">£249 at Jessups</a>
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<a href="https://www.sony.co.uk/electronics/cyber-shot-compact-cameras/dsc-wx350" target="new"><span class="product_lg">Sony Cyber-Shot WX350</span></a>
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<font color="#395E91">★★★★☆</font>
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- List Price; <b>£229.00</b>
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- 18.2MP, 20x Optical Zoom, Wi-Fi, NFC,
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- Manufacturer Website: <a href="https://www.sony.co.uk/electronics/cyber-shot-compact-cameras/dsc-wx350" target="new">Sony UK</a>
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- Review; <a href="http://www.techradar.com/reviews/cameras-and-camcorders/cameras/compact-cameras/sony-wx350-1240071/review" target="new">Tech Radar</a>
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- Purchase: <a href="https://www.johnlewis.com/sony-cyber-shot-wx350-compact-camera-hd-1080p-18-2mp-20x-optical-zoom-wi-fi-nfc-3-lcd-screen/p2095238?colour=Black" target="new">£149 at John Lewis</a>
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<a href="https://www.sony.co.uk/electronics/cyber-shot-compact-cameras/dsc-wx220#pdp_slideshow_default" target="new"><span class="product_lg">Sony Cyber-Shot (DSC) WX220</span></a>
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<font color="#395E91">★★★★☆</font>
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- List Price; <b>£200.00</b>
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- 18.2MP, 10x Optical Zoom, Wi-Fi,
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- Manufacturer Website: <a href="https://www.sony.co.uk/electronics/cyber-shot-compact-cameras/dsc-wx220#pdp_slideshow_default" target="new">Sony UK</a>
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- Review; <a href="http://www.techradar.com/reviews/cameras-and-camcorders/cameras/compact-cameras/sony-cyber-shot-wx220-1261522/review" target="new">Tech Radar</a>
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- Purchase: <a href="https://www.johnlewis.com/sony-cyber-shot-dsc-wx220-camera-hd-1080p-18-2mp-10x-optical-zoom-wi-fi-nfc-2-7-screen/p1385066?sku=233422323&s_kwcid=2dx92700027190554267&tmad=c&tmcampid=2&gclid=Cj0KCQiAsqLSBRCmARIsAL4Pa9SwM-rKrYnUWcg9y95HCEhozi59xoJ2UoXOQQS6xgVFT1ps37Wpee8aAmQ2EALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds" target="new">£158 at John Lewis</a>
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<span class="product_lg">Sony Cyber-Shot HX60VB</span>
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<font color="#395E91">★★★★★</font>
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- List Price; <b>(discontinued)</b>
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- 20.4MP, CMOS sensor, 30x Optical Zoom
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- Manufacturer Website: Sony (discontinued)
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- Review; <a href="http://www.whatdigitalcamera.com/reviews/compact-cameras/sony-hx60v-review" target="new">What Digital Camera</a>
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- Purchase: <a href="https://www.currys.co.uk/gbuk/cameras-and-camcorders/digital-cameras/compact-and-bridge-cameras/sony-cyber-shot-hx60vb-superzoom-compact-camera-black-22074693-pdt.html?store=2447&cmpid=ppc~gg~(PLA)-LOCAL~~Exact&istCompanyId=bec25c7e-cbcd-460d-81d5-a25372d2e3d7&istItemId=xqrpiilaq&istBid=t&srcid=198&cmpid=ppc~gg~0001%20(PLA)%20Compact%20Cameras%20-%20Jan%20Sale%201718~Compact%20Cameras%20Jan%20Sale~Exact&mctag=gg_goog_7904&kwid=GOOGLE&device=c&ds_kids=92700029056154669&PLA=1&tgtid=0001%20(PLA)%20Compact%20Cameras%20-%20Jan%20Sale%201718&gclid=Cj0KCQiAsqLSBRCmARIsAL4Pa9QOuGgajhwCMPIzOTbW4bKrk9as38v8bah99I2RLgs3FJ1znCps20MaAkdqEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds" target="new">£178 at Currys PC World</a>
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<span class="subhead_sm">Next Step:</span>
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Let's face it, the camera in my phone is pretty good. Obviously enough, I want better image quality, ie, a better sensor, improved low-light response, and more pixels. Can I get this for just a couple hundred quid?
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My next step will be to actually see in-person the cameras I've listed above. I'm interested to checkout their size and feel, as well as inspect the various user interfaces. Plus, I'm curious to speak with the sales clerks and get their feedback.
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So keep an eye on my blog. I'll head down to Cardiff to visit a few shops then write up my thoughts on each of these cameras along with anything new I discover. It should be interesting!
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<b>Some additional online articles to review: </b>
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<li>PC Magazine: <a href="http://uk.pcmag.com/camera/15908/guide/the-best-point-and-shoot-cameras-of-2017" target"new">"Best Point-and-Shoot Cameras for 2017"</a></li>
<li>Swithcback Travel: <a href="https://www.switchbacktravel.com/best-point-and-shoot-cameras" target="new">"Best Point and Shoot Cameras of 2017"</a></li>
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What the heck are we talking about?
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Many cameras advertise GPS capabilities with their cameras; but in fact, what they are truly offering is NFC or <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Near-field_communication" target="new">Near-field communication</a>.
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What does this mean? It means that your camera is <b>NOT</b> actually tracking the GPS data. It's coupling the <b>time</b> an image was taken on your camera to the GPS time and location data retrieved from an app running our your Smartphone via <b>NFC</b>.
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Whaaaaa? Yeah, it took me a while to filter through all the techno-babel. But the "so-called" GPS feature on many cameras is often just utilising a time stamp embedded in the <a href="http://whatis.techtarget.com/definition/image-metadata" target="new">"metadata"</a> of the digital image which in turn is linked to another device that is actually tracking the GPS data. <i>A very subtle scam if you ask me.</i>
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Filtering though this nonsense means that you need two devices running and communicating... ALL the time. For me this is just out of the question. Aside from the complexity, I cannot have my mobile phone tracking my location(s) all day. Too, they just don't make one that has the battery life to handle that kind of use. Plus... (this is also troubling) you would need to install an app on your phone to communicate with the camera. <i>Really? Could this be more complicated?</i>
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In fact, the issue of battery life is precisely why many cameras don't have GPS tracking capabilities. It seems that the technology eats the hell outa battery life - greatly diminishing the camera's primary purpose.
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Also of important consideration is that I have tried most of the smartphone apps currently on the market and I'm just not satisfied with their effectiveness for my type of riding. Because running a GPS app on your smartphone eats the hell outa battery life - greatly diminishing the phone's primary purpose. Do you see the theme that's developed?
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Map My Ride, Stava,
Read this review for more cycling app tips at Cycling Weekly: <a href="http://www.cyclingweekly.com/news/product-news/best-cycling-apps-143222" target="new">"24 of the Best Cycling Apps"</a>
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<span class="subhead_sm">What to do?</span>
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Well, all hope is not lost. There are a few good point & shoot cameras available that actually have true GPS functionality. The catch is that I've got to increase my spend limit up to £500. <i>Yup... that's a huge leap.</i>
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First, I should review my actual <i>need</i> for GPS in a camera. This is especially poignant when I'm already using my Garmin Edge to track my rides. Do I really need another device that's tracking GPS?
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3326705610583180716.post-88832127604179140092017-09-22T23:40:00.010-07:002021-01-24T06:29:37.846-08:00Lady Purple Rides Again<br />
<span class="deck">With a little effort, some digging around for parts, a good dose of polish, and a whole lot of genuine "bike love"; an old friend rejoins the stable.</span>
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<span class="display-text">She hadn't been ridden in years. When I moved in, she was bumped outside to hunker under a tarp for a year. We finally moved her indoors, but still she languished for another couple of years - both tyres deflated, brakes disassembled and cannibalized, dusty and covered in cobwebs. She had been neglected for too long.</span>
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<span class="display-text">The photo above shows her just after new cables, tubes, brake blocks, and a good wash. Looking at the photo however, I just couldn't bare those horrible "BIG 80's" decals all over the frame. So....</span>
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<span class="display-text">I took off all those horrible decals and Voila! Underneath all the gaudy glitz is a classy hybrid cruiser! And she looks brand new. There is hardly a flaw in her paint. Perhaps down the road I'll get some more subtle replacement "<i>Raleigh</i>" decals for the downtube, but in the meanwhile... she just shines.
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She rides like a brand new bike too. I completely hosed down the derailleurs with WD40, let 'em soak a while, then scrubbed them with degreaser, re-lubed, and holy cow... the gears change like butter now. She's very quiet as well... no rattles or squeaks, just smooth and easy.</span>
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<span class="display-text">As you can see I've added quite a bit to the overall setup, but the most significant modification was upgrading the pedals to <a href="https://www.evanscycles.com/mks-lambda-commuter-pedals-00102773" target="new">MKS Lamda's</a>. I was shocked with these pedals; they feel incredibly comfy and are so easy to use. You don't need any special shoes... no fumbling with toe-clips - just hop on and go! (£36 online at Evans Cycles)</span>
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<span class="display-text">The rest of the gear is a collection of things I had lying around; a "better-than-nothing" tyre pump, some decent REI panniers, a saddlebag with patch kit, etc. and a £20 rechargeable Cree headlight are the most notable items.</span>
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<span class="display-text">I also had a second handlebar mount for my Garmin, so there ya have it. Lady Purple is on the road again. Check out some images from her first date on the road in my "Gallery" section. Check out: <a href="https://bikewalesgallery.blogspot.com/2017/11/2017-october-top-of-manmoel.html">To the Top of Manmoel</a></span>
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3326705610583180716.post-90175799643703322932017-05-03T01:57:00.001-07:002020-04-21T12:56:01.079-07:00NEW TOYS Cool New Swag<br />
<span class="deck">I recently won some cool swag from Ride with GPS and Portland Design Works for a writing entry. It was a a complete surprise and yes, I am totally chuffed.</span>
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<span class="display-text"><a href="https://ridewithgps.com/" target="new"><b>Ride with GPS</b></a> and <a href="https://ridepdw.com/" target="new"><b>Portland Design Works</b></a> for a writing entry. RwGPS has created a powerful new feature encouraging users to expand upon their ride maps with photos and text. I have to admit that I find it very engaging. Check out some of the great write ups from all over the world at: <a href="https://ridewithgps.com/ride_reports" target="new"><b>Ride Reports</b></a>. </span>
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As every cyclist knows here in the UK, riding in the rain or wet conditions has the biggest effect on the wear of bike components. Most notable are the brake pads... wet roads kick up grit onto the rims which literally grind to a stop. Water also breaks down the oil on the chain causing wear on the links, the rear derailleur, and crankset.
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I try to clean the rims and entire drive train after every wet ride. The number of times I've ridden in the rain can be reflected in the frequency of my "general service" records below.
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Also, I've built a new feature shown on the right; a "Parts Widget" that monitors the mileage on parts after a fresh install. My typical component/mileage guide is listed below:
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<li>tyres @ 3,000 miles</li>
<li>rotate tyres @ 1,500 miles</li>
<li>brake pads @ 2,000 miles</li>
<li>chain @ 3,000 miles</li>
<li>cassette @ 6,000 miles</li>
<li>crankset @ 24,000 miles</li>
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<br />muse kiddhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17323247214302767869noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3326705610583180716.post-62115801285748779282017-02-01T02:20:00.000-08:002018-09-16T09:04:41.132-07:002016 Bike Maintenance<br />
With the crazy weather, servicing your bike is a full-time job here in Wales. I've done a poor job of keeping detailed records in the past, so this year I plan to change that. This is just the Service Record. Click here for details on all the <a href="http://bikewalesgear.blogspot.co.uk/2016/02/2016-parts-repairs.html"><b>Parts & Accessories</b></a> purchased in 2016.
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My trusty steed certainly showed her metal in 2016. In her fifth year she almost hit 35k. I slightly modified her for my 55 for 55 event by removing the front and rear pannier racks and using a Carradice saddle bag instead.
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Plus I used my trailer quite a bit to promote the ride.
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I had two major upgrades to my trusty steed in 2015: first, I got new wheels including a front hub dynamo and light; secondly, I added a Garmin Tour Plus to my dashboard.
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Summer 2015</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">On tour to Kington - September 2015</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Ready to go! (in the rain...)</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Mavic A719 with Shimano Dynamo front hub... dreamy!</td></tr>
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muse kiddhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17323247214302767869noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3326705610583180716.post-55731163586099586992016-02-01T02:36:00.000-08:002020-06-03T02:58:37.262-07:002011 Dawes Ultra Galaxy<br />
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<span class="display-text">This girl is my everyday truck. She's long and heavy; can easily haul anything I want, pull a trailer, climb like a mountain goat, and fly like the wind. I bought her sight unseen, online, purely on spec & the rav reviews... thanks <b><a href="http://www.spacycles.co.uk/index.php" target="new">Spa Cycles!</a></b> Purchase date: January of 2012. With over 5000 miles in the first year; she hasn't missed a beat. (Read the review at: <a href="https://www.cyclingweekly.com/reviews/touringaudax-bikes/dawes-ultra-galaxy" target="new">Cycling Weekly</a>)</span>
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<span class="subhead">Off the peg...</span>
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<td align="center" height="30" width="380"><span style="color: white; font-family: verdana; font-size: 12px; font-weight: bold;">2011 Dawes Ultra Galaxy - Touring Bike</span></td>
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<td height="20" width="120">GEARSET</td>
<td height="20" width="380">27 speed Shimano Deore XT</td>
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<td height="20" width="120">FRAME</td>
<td height="20" width="380">Reynolds 853 Chromoly, Tig-welded</td>
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<td height="20" width="120">FORK</td>
<td height="20" width="380">Double-butted Chromoly</td>
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<td height="20" width="120">SHIFTERS</td>
<td height="20" width="380">Shimano Tiagra 9 speed STI</td>
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<td height="20" width="120">DERAILEUR - Front</td>
<td height="20" width="380">Shimano Sora Triple</td>
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<td height="20" width="120">DERAILEUR - Rear</td>
<td height="20" width="380">Shimano Deore XT Long-cage</td>
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<td height="20" width="120">HUB - Front & Rear</td>
<td height="20" width="380">Shimano Deore LX 36H</td>
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<td height="20" width="120">CHAIN</td>
<td height="20" width="380">Shimano HG73</td>
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<td height="20" width="120">SPOKES</td>
<td height="20" width="380">Drive side 14G Stainless, non drive side 15G stainless</td>
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<td height="20" width="120">RIMS</td>
<td height="20" width="380">Alex XT19, 36 hole, eyeletted</td>
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<td height="20" width="120">HANDLEBARS</td>
<td height="20" width="380">FSA Wing Compact short drop</td>
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<td height="20" width="120">STEM</td>
<td height="20" width="380">NVO Alloy</td>
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<td height="20" width="120">GRIPS</td>
<td height="20" width="380">Velo black cork w/gel</td>
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<td height="20" width="120">CRANKSET</td>
<td height="20" width="380">Sugino RD4000T 48/38/28T</td>
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<td height="20" width="120">CASSETTE</td>
<td height="20" width="380">Shimano CS-M770 11-32T</td>
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<td height="20" width="120">BOTTOM BRACKET</td>
<td height="20" width="380">1900 / 55cmlkc</td>
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<td height="20" width="120">BRAKE - Front & Rear</td>
<td height="20" width="380">Avid Shorty 4 (black) cantilever</td>
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<td height="20" width="380">Brooks B-17</td>
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<td height="20" width="380">Schwalbe Marathon, 700x32c with kevlar guard **</td>
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<td height="20" width="380">The Dawes Ultra Galaxy has to be one of the best touring bikes ever made with the super stiff Reynolds 853 Triple butted chromoly frame and the latest 27 speed transmission. Dont forget the handmade Brooks B17 saddle, Schwalbe Marathon 700x32c tyres, SKS mudguards, Tubus Logo rear carrier, and 2 bottle cages for the finishing touches!</td>
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<span class="display-text">** <i>My only complaint with the stock set up was with the Shwalbe Tyres. I had heard great reviews about them, but after 10 punctures within 3000 miles I decided to go back to my old favourites - Continentals. So far 3 punctures at 2700 miles.</i>
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And of course, I've added a few extra components to trick her out even better! Ya gotta do this, right...? We're all <i>both</i> cycle nuts and gear hounds!</span>
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<td align="center" height="30" width="380"><span style="color: white; font-family: verdana; font-size: 12px; font-weight: bold;">COMPONENTS</span></td>
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<td height="20" width="120">HANDLEBAR BAG</td>
<td height="20" width="380">Arkel - Big Bar Bag</td>
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<td height="20" width="120">CYCLE COMPUTER</td>
<td height="20" width="380">Cateye - Strada Wireless</td>
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<td height="20" width="120">FRAME PUMP</td>
<td height="20" width="380">Blackburn - Carbon Wrap (large)</td>
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<td height="20" width="380">Cateye - Uno</td>
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<td height="20" width="380">Planet Bike - Blinky Super Flash</td>
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<td height="20" width="380">Tubus - Ergo</td>
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<td height="20" width="380">Tubus - Logo</td>
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<td height="20" width="120">PANNIERS - Front</td>
<td height="20" width="380">Ortlieb - Front Roller City</td>
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<td height="20" width="380">Pacific Outdoor Equipment - 44 litres</td>
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<td height="20" width="380">SKS Bluemels</td>
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<td height="20" width="380">Mirrycle Road for STI</td>
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<td height="20" width="380">Tortec - Titanium (3x)</td>
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<span class="display-text">Then also are the modifications or upgrades I've made along the way...</span>
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<td height="20" width="120">TYRES</td>
<td height="20" width="380">Continental - Touring Plus (Reflex) 700x32c</td>
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<td height="20" width="380">Clark's - Cartridge Triple Compound (72mm)</td>
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</div>muse kiddhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17323247214302767869noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3326705610583180716.post-38117962499631181002015-11-10T08:57:00.000-08:002016-01-29T00:31:34.195-08:00Handle Bar Bag Repair<span style="color: #589465; font-family: "verdana"; font-size: 14px; font-weight: bold;">Summer 2015</span>
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Over the past summer, my Arkel handle bar bag began jiggling excessively. Every little bump seemed to make the gear inside rattle and clink. And I hate that! So... after some close inspection, I noticed that one of the support arms which run along the sides had snapped off at the corner! What to do?!?!
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Now I love, love, love my Arkel handle bar bag. I've had this one since I first purchased my Dawes bike back in 2012 and she's been on the road with me for coming up to 25,000 miles.
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At first I was pretty upset when I discovered that my beloved friend was broken. The bag itself takes a quite a bit of jostling from normal use (and it's kinda bouncy to start with), so it's understandable that after a few years the aluminium just fatigued.
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So I put my noodle to work and thought I'd give it a shot at fixing her... I purchased a few nuts & bolts and a couple of steel "L" brackets from the local hardware.
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To start, I drilled eight holes in the aluminium support arms AND the interior plastic body using the "L" brackets as guides. Easy enough. Then I simply slotted the bolts through all three layers (steel bracket, aluminium support arm, and plastic body), placed the nuts & washers on, tightened everything up, and voila! She's beginning to take the proper shape again...
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Note too, I went ahead and did this for both sides. I figured that I might as well not worry with it again, right?
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Then I sawed off the excess bolt shafts. Having the steel braces definitely improved the strength of the support arms AND having all three elements bolted together reduces the amount of vertical movement. The frame itself is a tad heavier, but the overall structure is much, much stronger.
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Next, I just had to put the frame and support arms into the bag itself. I chose to put the nuts on the outside thinking that the heavy cordura canvas could withstand any abrasion better than the nylon would on the inside. (Not sure if that was the best idea...?) Here's a little peek.
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On the outside it's kinda bumpy from the nuts and the bag was a little harder to slip over the frame, but it does fit. And it works! Now my Arkel bag is as good as new (well, not as clean), and she has much less jiggle and bounce.
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Ready for the next adventure!
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<span style="color: #589465; font-family: "verdana"; font-size: 16px; font-weight: bold;">November 2015</span>
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<td><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Shimano XT-SLX BB70 Hollowtech II Bottom Bracket</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Shimano XT HG93 9 Speed Chain; <br />Color: Silver, Option: 114 Links</span></td>
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<span style="color: #589465; font-family: "verdana"; font-size: 16px; font-weight: bold;">August 2015</span>
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<td><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Continental Touring Plus Bike Tyre; Wheel Size: 700c, Width: 32c, Size: 42mm Valve, Valve: Presta <br />(£18.99 x 2)</span></td>
<td align="center"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">£37.98</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Tubes</span></td>
<td><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Continental Tour 28 All Tube; Wheel Size: 700c, Width: 32c (£3.99 x 2)</span></td>
<td align="center"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">£6.98</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Brake Blocks</span></td>
<td><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Clarks 72mm Replacement Cartridge (£4.49 x 2)</span></td>
<td align="center"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">£8.98</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Computer</span></td>
<td><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Garmin Edge Touring Plus GPS Bike Computer with Preloaded Cycle Maps and Points of Interest</span></td>
<td align="center"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">£139.95</span></td>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Garmin Edge Touring Plus GPS Bike Computer</td></tr>
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<span style="color: #589465; font-family: "verdana"; font-size: 16px; font-weight: bold;">June 2015</span>
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<td><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">KMC X9 93 9 Speed Chain; <br />Color: Silver, Option: 114 Links</span></td>
<td align="center"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">£15.99</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">B + M Toplight Flat S Permanent Battery Back Light</span></td>
<td align="center"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">£10.70</span></td>
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<td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">B + M Toplight Flat S Permanent <br>Battery Back Light</td></tr>
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<span style="color: #589465; font-family: "verdana"; font-size: 16px; font-weight: bold;">February 2015</span>
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<td width="200"><span style="color: white; font-family: "verdana"; font-size: 12px; font-weight: bold;">Description</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Wheels</span></td>
<td><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">· rims: <b>Mavic A 719, 36 hole</b>
<br />· front hub: Shimano LX DH-T670 hub dynamo, 36 hole
<br />· rear hub: Shimano LX FH-T670, 36 hole
<br />· spokes: DT Swiss Champion, silver
<br />· nipples: DT Swiss Double Square, brass (item no. 2043221): square head at both ends of the nipple (for screwing the nipple from the side of the rim bed you need Park Tool SW-16, item no. 2010296, because the nipple does not have a slotted head)
<br />· hub width: 100 mm / 135 mm
<br />· incl. quick release skewers, overvoltage protection, plug (pair)</span></td>
<td align="center"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">£135.75</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Light</span></td>
<td><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">B + M Lumotec IQ Cyo Premium T senso plus front headlamp</span></td>
<td align="center"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">£39.50</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Rim Tape</span></td>
<td><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Schwalbe Super HP rim tape; 22mm (£2.25 x 2)</span></td>
<td align="center"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">£4.50</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Brake Blocks</span></td>
<td><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Clarks 72mm Replacement Cartridge (£4.49 x 2)</span></td>
<td align="center"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">£8.98</span></td>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Mavic A 719; front hub: Shimano LX DH-T670 hub dynamo, 36 hole</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">B + M Lumotec IQ Cyo Premium T senso plus front headlamp</td></tr>
</tbody></table>muse kiddhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17323247214302767869noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3326705610583180716.post-44401730374959235072015-11-04T23:00:00.001-08:002015-11-09T01:30:11.906-08:002014 Parts & Repairs<span style="color: #589465; font-family: "verdana"; font-size: 16px; font-weight: bold;">December 2014</span>
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<td><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Tyres</span></td>
<td><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Continental Touring Plus Bike Tyre; Wheel Size: 700c, Width: 32c, Size: 42mm Valve, Valve: Presta <br />(£18.99 x 2)</span></td>
<td align="center"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">£37.98</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Tubes</span></td>
<td><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Continental Tour 28 All Tube; Wheel Size: 700c, Width: 32c (£3.99 x 2)</span></td>
<td align="center"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">£6.98</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Bottom Bracket</span></td>
<td><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Shimano Deore BB52 Hollowtech II Bottom Bracket; <br />Colour: Silver, Size: 68/73mm</span></td>
<td align="center"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">£9.99</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Chain</span></td>
<td><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Shimano XT HG93 9 Speed Chain; <br />Color: Silver, Option: 114 Links</span></td>
<td align="center"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">£12.49</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Brake Blocks</span></td>
<td><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Clarks 72mm Replacement Cartridge (£4.49 x 2)</span></td>
<td align="center"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">£8.98</span></td>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Shimano Deore BB52 Hollowtech II Bottom Bracket</td></tr>
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<span style="color: #589465; font-family: "verdana"; font-size: 16px; font-weight: bold;">August 2014</span>
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<td><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Mudguards</span></td>
<td><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">SKS Longboard Mudguards 700x35 (pair)</span></td>
<td align="center"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">£34.99</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Continental Touring Plus Bike Tyre; Wheel Size: 700c, Width: 32c, Size: 42mm Valve, Valve: Presta <br />(£22.49 x 2)</span></td>
<td align="center"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">£44.98</span></td>
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<span style="color: #589465; font-family: "verdana"; font-size: 16px; font-weight: bold;">March 2014 [ see: <a href="http://bikewalesgear.blogspot.co.uk/2015/11/the-big-rebuild.html">The Big Rebuild</a> ]</span>
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<td><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Shimano Deore M590 9 Speed Triple Chainset; <br />Color: Silver, BoltCircle: 104mm, Length: 175mm, Teeth: 48/36/26t</span></td>
<td align="center"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">£55.99</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Bottom Bracket</span></td>
<td><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">external Hollowtech II Bottom Bracket is included!</span></td>
<td align="center"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">n/a</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Cassette</span></td>
<td><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Shimano SLX HG80 9 Speed MTB Cassette; <br />Teeth: 11-34t</span></td>
<td align="center"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">£23.99</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Chain</span></td>
<td><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Shimano XT HG93 9 Speed Chain; <br />Color: Silver, Option: 114 Links</span></td>
<td align="center"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">£12.49</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Brake Blocks</span></td>
<td><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Clarks 72mm Replacement Cartridge (£4.49 x 2)</span></td>
<td align="center"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">£8.98</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Brake Cables</span></td>
<td><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">TEKTRO RBP Brake Straddle Cable and Triangle (£4.59 x 2)</span></td>
<td align="center"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">£9.00</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Brake Cables</span></td>
<td><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Clarks Elite PreLube Universal Inner Brake Wire (£1.79 x 2)</span></td>
<td align="center"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">£3.58</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Gear Cables</span></td>
<td><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Clarks Elite Universal Pre-Lube Inner Gear Wire (£1.79 x 2)</span></td>
<td align="center"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">£3.58</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Handlebar Tape</span></td>
<td><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Cinelli Gel Cork Bar Tape; Color: Natural</span></td>
<td align="center"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">£9.99</span></td>
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<b>NOTE:</b> Prior to <a href="http://bikewalesgear.blogspot.co.uk/2015/11/the-big-rebuild.html"><b>The Big Rebuild</b></a>, I hadn't kept a diary of when I worked on my bike or the parts I replaced. I changed tyres in early 2012 from the Shwalbe Marathons to the Continental Touring Plus. Later in early 2013, I started using Clarks brake pads. muse kiddhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17323247214302767869noreply@blogger.com