Cycling

On my road bike I have a Dura Ace 10 running 53/12
I am looking into T.T. bikes for my next toy and They are running 53/11, 53/12
54/12, etc
These are really big gears to be pushing constantly. How much time on the bike are they really in those gears during an event?

2007-10-29 13:08:56 · 4 answers · asked by ? 6

I bought some Road bike tires and tubes recently to upgrade my cummuter/hybrid into a road bike. It's a very old bike that I got second-hand. It has rims that were made for Schrader valves. But when I got my road tubes at the store, the guy told me they dont make schraeder valve tubes anymore, but that I could buy this piece called a converter.

I haven't installed any pieces yet, because I don't have the " cconverter". Recently i talked with a friend, and he didtn't understand why I needed this piece.

So what I'd like to know is, DO I REALLY NEED TO BUY THE CONVERTER FOR MY TUBE VALVES ?

If I don't , do I run the risk of breaking something or damagin/piercing my tube ?

2007-10-29 12:00:29 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-10-29 09:59:56 · 3 answers · asked by Johnny rotten 2

I live in a city. I was looking for something that I can just ride around from time to time, but could function as a mountain bike if I ever got around to doing that. I don't want one of those huge bikes that keeps you up high, with your back parallel to the road. What should I get, and how much are we talking?

2007-10-29 03:34:29 · 9 answers · asked by 15fsg546rge1rrheljh45hjr90459ty3 3

I need to buy a bike to cycle to work on. I want to spend around £300 - 400. I will probably use it most days so I want decent parts that wont wear out quickly and something relatively light weight.

Can anyone recommend a brand or model that I can use for the commute as well as general fitness?

Thanks

2007-10-29 03:01:01 · 12 answers · asked by ass 1

I am thinking of buying a stationary exercise bike. I'm unsure if a magnetic flywheel or regular flywheel will suit my purpose, I want to use it for short sprinting sessions.

2007-10-28 19:06:45 · 7 answers · asked by yancy 2

What are good lengths for mountain bikes of:
# of teeth on front sprocket
# of teeth on back rear sprocket
radius of back wheel
length of the crank arm

in order to make this bike good at climbing hills at low speeds?

2007-10-28 14:42:37 · 3 answers · asked by :o) Sunshine 3

I've bought a new road bike and I'm really struggling to use the clipless pedals. Sometimes that just clip in, sometimes I go around the whole block fussing with my one shoe trying to get it to clip in. It's driving me nuts. I'm sure it takes some practice but it seems ridiculous to try and aim such a small pedal with the tiny underside of my shoe. These are my pedals:

http://www.ibikedoyou.biz/catalog/1shimanom540.jpg

Please advise

2007-10-28 11:30:26 · 12 answers · asked by jondent 1

2007-10-28 09:32:56 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-10-28 06:28:54 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-10-27 22:42:48 · 49 answers · asked by Anonymous

i'm going to get a new wheelset for my bike.
i'm going to do XC and road with it.
sometimes small jump over a kerb.
jump not more than 1m.

i'm thinking of
mavic crossride disc
or
syncros ds23 rim, 08 shimano deore xt hub, dt swiss competition spokess

2007-10-27 20:37:35 · 4 answers · asked by ivan_up_down 2

I own a Trek 4900 2006 model with disc brakes. Although the current wheels are ideal for mountain biking, I'm starting to enjoy cross country biking a bit more and was wondering if I could buy an extra set of road wheels on ebay or something to swap out when I'm not off roading. Heres a few questions seeking professional advice.
1. How much would it reasonably cost me?
2. Is it difficult to swap tires with disc brakes?
3. Could I do it by myself with the basic tools quickly?
4. Would the heavier MB frame cause the tires to deflate quicker?
5. Would I have to adjust the brakes and gears when I change tires or can I just swap out the wheels and be good to go?
6. Is there really a big difference?
Thanks for any response.

2007-10-27 17:19:46 · 4 answers · asked by SteveSVN 1

asap

2007-10-27 15:31:53 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

I'm debating between the SRAM X.0 and the Shimano XTR sets. I've used both in the past but never the X.0 or the XTR and want to upgrade to "top of the line stuff". I do mostly trail/all mountain riding with a little bit of jumping and XC. I am currently using a Banshee Scirocco Frame with a Maz. AM2. up front, etc. Which do you think is better? Which do you use?

2007-10-27 11:04:06 · 3 answers · asked by vail2073 5

i have a hero tech team

2007-10-27 07:40:40 · 4 answers · asked by sush.datta 1

What happened to "Le Tour de San Francisco?"

2007-10-26 18:35:57 · 3 answers · asked by aznbatter 1

I have noticed that the more expensive dual suspensions are usually air shock, not coil. But I also know that some people prefer a fox vanilla over a fox float. What are the pro's and cons of each?

2007-10-26 15:41:07 · 2 answers · asked by chuckit104 1

2007-10-26 08:41:58 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

I've read that male cyclists sometimes lose feeling or experience erectile problems associated with the bike seat. I know that when I ride my beach cruiser for awhile I do feel sore in the groin area so I'm concerned about cycling regularly.

2007-10-26 06:15:35 · 26 answers · asked by Anonymous

I orderd shoes online from ebay. They are cycling shoes and sidi brand. They are a little tight. my toe is at the very end I think I could go a half size bigger. However There not to tight where my feet hurt when I ride. I dont know if thats how cycling shoes should feel. Should I send them back to the seller and get new shoes or should I just keep them even know there a little too short. Please help. Also any advice on how cycling shoes should fit?

2007-10-25 20:20:58 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

http://www.pinkbike.com/buysell/274243/

Just say yes or no.
Thank you.

2007-10-25 16:20:20 · 5 answers · asked by Max 2

I'm looking to buy a touring bike and all the bikes I've found cost so much, some over 500 or more.

Maybe it's just the city I'm in or I should get a used one.

How much did you pay for your bike?

2007-10-25 16:13:08 · 19 answers · asked by Reflected Life 5

my dream is to b a pro mountain biker, n i no im not the only 1 with a story like this but ive dropped outa skool 4 this, ive bin 2 scotland for the mountains, i ride everyday, but how do i get people hu cud get me sponsored 2 notice me? i need a job to pay for a new downhill bike so im kinda stuck there too cuz im 16 in a month. i have a job but its gunna take ova 2 years 2 save up 4 a bike to take the drops i wanna do n im sick of delayin my future, so, please help!

2007-10-25 10:03:17 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

I need a bike for all mountain/XC something that will take me up the hill but will also take me down the hill http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=10856

2007-10-25 04:10:51 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

I am riding my bike to work now and am curious if this is the best form of cardio activity, say vs running.

2007-10-25 03:24:03 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

i am new to riding bikes in fact i have only ridden my new mountain bike twice the problems is i find it very hard to cycle maybe i just have weak legs or somthing i need the easiest gears possible
my gears are on the lright handle 1-7 and on the left handle 1,2,and 3
p.s i dont know which side is for doing what

2007-10-25 02:03:24 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

I am thinking of cycling, swimming or jogging for fitness? I heard jogging is the best but I don't like jogging and in fact, I am always very lazy to go jogging.

Swimming is fine, but its kind of troublesome though I really enjoy it. Besides, they say swimming works all the muscles right? My other alternative is cycling. What muscles does cycling work? I don't have a bike yet though...

2007-10-24 23:42:03 · 9 answers · asked by Willy 3

Sadly my last bike was trashed by vandals and I have an insurance payout of £180 coming through.

I want to get a fold up bike that I can actually take into work and not have to leave locked outside.

What would you reccommend in terms of models?

2007-10-24 22:40:26 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

I want to buy a bike seat or trailer but I cant decide which one to choose.
My son is a year old and i have a 3 and 5 year old.
Since i only really need to take my baby with me on bike rides which is the best to choose?
A bike seat is cheaper but are trailers safer and which is heaviest im not an experienced cyclist and i lie in the lakes which are very hilly....any ideas or cheap trailers?

2007-10-24 22:15:20 · 6 answers · asked by ladyxxmacbeth 3