Cycling Weekly Forums http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/ en Wed, 16 May 2012 21:01:09 GMT vBulletin 60 http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/images/misc/rss.png Cycling Weekly Forums http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/ Gore Bike Wear Sizing??? http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?12135-Gore-Bike-Wear-Sizing&goto=newpost Mon, 14 May 2012 19:15:19 GMT Anyone wear / use 'Gore Bike Wear' apparel???

I'm in need of a new Water / Windproof jacket....Fancy the 'Gore Oxygen', it's had some stellar reviews. What are the sizing of Gore garments???.....I remember trying one Gore Jacket on before in size Large, I think??? (Which fitted fine) but according to the Gore Sizing Chart this is impossible with the measurements.

I normally wear the follwing sizes.......

Assos / Giordana XL

Castelli XXL

Thanx!!! ]]> AORboyo http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?12135-Gore-Bike-Wear-Sizing <![CDATA[Tyre Width's]]> http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?12133-Tyre-Width-s&goto=newpost Mon, 14 May 2012 15:10:33 GMT I read on another that you can fit 700x23c tyre's on 700x25c rims
Is that correct or not:confused:????? ]]> robhales http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?12133-Tyre-Width-s <![CDATA[Don't ride toooooo close to the car in front of you.]]> http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?12131-Don-t-ride-toooooo-close-to-the-car-in-front-of-you.&goto=newpost Mon, 14 May 2012 11:04:05 GMT Obvious I guess, but I was out on Saturday riding the Surrey Hills just behind another guy (I didnt know him) and he (Well, we really) were just too... Obvious I guess, but I was out on Saturday riding the Surrey Hills just behind another guy (I didnt know him) and he (Well, we really) were just too close to the car in front and when he decided to stop for an on coming car we found ourselves putting our brakes to the test.

As you can see from the picy he either didnt have the brakes or the distance and this is the result.

Expensive day for him.

He was OK with a cut knee and thinner wallet.

Might find this picture better. http://tinypic.com/r/264ml4k/6
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]]> Steely http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?12131-Don-t-ride-toooooo-close-to-the-car-in-front-of-you. First Road Bike - FELT F95? http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?12127-First-Road-Bike-FELT-F95&goto=newpost Sun, 13 May 2012 18:40:23 GMT Just starting out in road cycling and was looking at getting the Felt F95 2012, what does everyone think? I will be using it to improve my fitness... Just starting out in road cycling and was looking at getting the Felt F95 2012, what does everyone think? I will be using it to improve my fitness not to race. ]]> sheenehunt76 http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?12127-First-Road-Bike-FELT-F95 Carbon seatpost stuck in steel frame. http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?12124-Carbon-seatpost-stuck-in-steel-frame.&goto=newpost Sat, 12 May 2012 19:41:37 GMT I have a problem with the above. It seemed to become stuck a couple of years ago. As I never raise or lower the saddle, I was not too bothered, but... I have a problem with the above. It seemed to become stuck a couple of years ago. As I never raise or lower the saddle, I was not too bothered, but now the saddle clamps are deteriorating and I have a squeaky saddle, I hate noisy bikes!

The clamp is an allen key type, rather than QR. I have tried all sorts of lubricants and plus gas etc but it will not budge. Also, undoing the Allen key clamp seems to have no effect, I am worried that it has also seized.

I can sacrifice the seatpost but don't want to damage the frame.

Any ideas will be much appreciated. By the way I am a very ham-fisted mechanic, nothing too technical please! ]]> Berlinroads http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?12124-Carbon-seatpost-stuck-in-steel-frame. New bike advice. http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?12122-New-bike-advice.&goto=newpost Sat, 12 May 2012 08:46:18 GMT Hi All, After many years of non biking and a change of career I decided to bike to work, I had my old Universal serviced and have used this for a... Hi All,
After many years of non biking and a change of career I decided to bike to work, I had my old Universal serviced and have used this for a few months, I couldn't afford another bike and it works, just about.

I cycle about 6 mile down a very rough and often very wet and muddy canal path with a bit of road either end.

But now I can afford a newer but still second hand bike, I have been looking on eBay etc trying to narrow down what bike would suit my needs. a friend of mine suggested a Carrera but I have read very mixed reviews. I have looked at Specialized, Trek, Cannondale etc and very recently Forme. I am now finding it hard to choose what would be good for my needs as they are all looking very similar to my inexperienced eye.

My old bike is a Mountain Bike, I'm not sure wether a Hybrid or Urban would be better. Hardtail? Steel frame or Aluminium?

Although I can't afford a new bike I want to decide on which bike and then keep looking until the right one comes along.

So I am looking for a tough bike, comfortable, easy to maintain. I will just be using it for this commute and a bit of leisure. Budget Of £200-£300 second hand.

Hope that all makes sense.

Thanks ]]> Geordie 1833 http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?12122-New-bike-advice. New wheels advice.. http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?12111-New-wheels-advice..&goto=newpost Thu, 10 May 2012 19:30:54 GMT Hi guys.
i'm getting a new wheelset next month, and can't decide which to buy. My budget is 600 quid- tops, and the wheels are for training and some racing. Does anybody have any ideas which would be best for that price range?
So far, i've been looking at American classic 420 aeros.. Mavic Ksyrium SL's, or Fulcrum 1.. but any other ideas or recommendations are definately welcome. Thanks in advance. Paul. ]]> pauk182 http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?12111-New-wheels-advice.. Chain Length Help http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?12105-Chain-Length-Help&goto=newpost Tue, 08 May 2012 21:18:25 GMT Hi All Can anyone help with calculating the correct length of a chain, got a new one but don’t have the old one to count the links Hi All
Can anyone help with calculating the correct length of a chain, got a new one but don’t have the old one to count the links ]]> Finny http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?12105-Chain-Length-Help compact chainset advice http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?12104-compact-chainset-advice&goto=newpost Tue, 08 May 2012 19:50:33 GMT Planning to swap to a 50/34t chainset, with 11-25/12-25 at the back. Will my short cage mech still do the job or do I need to go medium cage? ... Planning to swap to a 50/34t chainset, with 11-25/12-25 at the back. Will my short cage mech still do the job or do I need to go medium cage?

Thanks, Adam ]]> adam t http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?12104-compact-chainset-advice New Seat post http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?12080-New-Seat-post&goto=newpost Wed, 02 May 2012 16:01:46 GMT Can anyone give me some advice on a new seat post . I have this at the moment . One23 carbon post, 31.6x350mm, single-bolt alloy clamp . are seat... Can anyone give me some advice on a new seat post .
I have this at the moment .
One23 carbon post, 31.6x350mm, single-bolt alloy clamp .
are seat post's all the same size width and height .
Do the more expensive ones' give you more comfort or is a con.
What should I be looking for to improve on what I have .
Any pointers most welcome . ]]> M1keez http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?12080-New-Seat-post Shutt bib shorts http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?12065-Shutt-bib-shorts&goto=newpost Mon, 30 Apr 2012 18:12:26 GMT bargain:) http://www.shuttvr.com/shop/productdetail/Special-offer-Club-Bib-Shorts/ bargain:)

http://www.shuttvr.com/shop/productd...ub-Bib-Shorts/ ]]> robhales http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?12065-Shutt-bib-shorts Mini pumps http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?12061-Mini-pumps&goto=newpost Mon, 30 Apr 2012 12:08:29 GMT My mini pump, Wrench Force, about 6 years old, is really not doing the job. I'm lucky if I can get about 30-40psi. (I'm guessing as it has no gauge.) Any recommendations for a small but powerful mini - to be carried in back shirt pocket, not attached to the frame. I'm looking at the Lezyne Road Drive Mini ABS - it's £37.99 but gets very good reviews. It has a hose which seems to be rated a plus point - Is this a big advantage? (My old one just clips straight onto the valve.) Also, does having a gauge help as well? I don't think it matters that much as obviously no mini will ever get the ideal pressure of a track pump but would appreciate any feedback. ]]> dakeit http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?12061-Mini-pumps Windrush noise http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?12059-Windrush-noise&goto=newpost Mon, 30 Apr 2012 10:43:19 GMT What do folks do to combat windrush noise. I'm coming to the conclusion that my ears are not well designed in this respect as I'm definitely not going deaf, but other people can hear things well before I can. ]]> freeflow http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?12059-Windrush-noise 2 Schwalbe Lugano Tyres http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?12055-2-Schwalbe-Lugano-Tyres&goto=newpost Sun, 29 Apr 2012 14:28:22 GMT These tyres below look like a bargain:) ... These tyres below look like a bargain:)

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2-Schwalbe...item79174b481e ]]> robhales http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?12055-2-Schwalbe-Lugano-Tyres Tire Rolling Resistance http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?12054-Tire-Rolling-Resistance&goto=newpost Sun, 29 Apr 2012 13:51:52 GMT Intresting read http://www.rouesartisanales.com/article-1503651.html Intresting read
http://www.rouesartisanales.com/article-1503651.html ]]> TroyUK http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?12054-Tire-Rolling-Resistance