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Possible, but I can buy pistons and seals to rebuild SRAM brake systems. Maybe there's something I don't know, but it seems like Shimano is comfortable with creating more waste and selling more brakes. If I didn't know any better, I'd use SRAM brakes for this reason, except I hate brakes that have to be flushed and bled every few weeks and make constant turkey gobble noises. Working in a bike shop turned me off to SRAM in general.

We've been saving a lot of money lately and we want to take on a big project. by that I mean pay a professional to do a big project. mostly, we want to revamp the kitchen. cabinets, countertops, some plumbing, some wall demolition to make room for a better cabinet, electrical, etc. We could hire someone to do this, but I'm just afraid we're going to start this without considering how the rest of the space will look and function. I'd feel much better if I could consult with someone who's job it is to do bigger home renovations so we can get a big picture of the order to do everything: lighting, floors, etc. trying to figure this out on our own quickly leads to analysis paralysis. to that end, what kind of professional am I looking for? is this the job of an interior designer? or do I need someone with more detailed functional knowledge of how everything works?

why is it that I can source small parts for several generations of Campagnolo, but the two S'es can't do that?

we like to shop refrigerators in stores because we know we'll need to replace ours eventually. basically, everything that Samsung makes that involves water seems to suck, so we avoid those. I know a few people who have had to ditch Samsung laundry machines. I went to ReStore in search of some windows (came up empty) and they had dozens of what appeared to be brand-new Samsung refrigerators. TVs and phones seem to be solid though.

dang, I missed an opportunity to share this https://whatbars.com/

this indeed. I was trying to refresh some Shimano hydraulic brakes and someone at Shimano told me "you can't disassemble that lever unit, or the caliper." I read that while looking down at my completely disassembled lever and calipers, hoping I could replace the worn out seals. their advice was to throw them all in the trash and buy a new system. I was able to reassemble this brake set, but the rubber bits were not available.

alternative use for old drop handlebar

They need more than one "fit" design for those to include those of us who have "additional fuel storage capacity."

I have an Osprey Raptor 10 hydration backpack and a Seral 4 hip pack. I've had the backpack for over 8 years and, while it does not get as much use as some riders would have put on it in that time, it's held up very well. the hip pack is rather new to me, but it does the job. I think the bladder is a bit oversized for the pack, so you really have to cram it in there when it's full, but it's comfortable and I am unconcerned with hurting it. yes, the magnet does not work that well. the solution is to clip a retractable lanyard to the pack near the magnet. this cost me $0 and works 100% of the time with zero fuss. the retractable line works better because I can grab the hose, take a sip, then spit it out and just let it go. the line snaps it back into the magnet. if the magnet loses its hold for a second, the line keeps it from bouncing around until the magnet finds its home again. any similar pack from another company would benefit from the same feature. it would be nice if they included a clip to really secure the hose better, but I have no doubt that if they did that, people would bitch about how they put a clip there instead of using a magnet. I have to tighten mine every few miles as well. It's not because the belt slips, but because I am drinking water from the pack, making it less full. as the water volume goes down, the pack effectively loosens. as a control, I use this pack sometimes without the bladder (shorter rides on cooler days when I can get away with just a water bottle on the frame) and the pack does NOT come loose. the tension stays consistent because there's no water bladder in the bag changing the tension as I go. There are other products on the market that have reasons they might meet personal preferences, but mine is fantastic such that I would not think of replacing it.

ankes explodeded. that street corner has changed a bit in the past 20 years

DHF. might have a slice in the middle of the tread that needs a good patch.

Tires collecting dust Maxxis minion 29x2.5 Continental x-king 29x2.4 with a lug ripped off. Kenda flintridge 700x40 I also have a maxxis high roller to 29x2.5 that is on my bike. Has some life left. Might trade for something in 29x2.35-2.4 flavor.

I tried using Velofix tape on my gravel bike. I got a deal on it for a massive roll. You get what you pay for! I've tried applying it several times and it always slips off the bead shelf of the rim, exposing existing holes in the rim and letting the tire go flat. I cleaned the rim and reapplied it several times with the same result. either the adhesive is not strong enough or the tape doesn't stretch enough. I tired all of the usual techniques that I have used with success on Stan's tape and nothing worked. to fix it in a pinch, I just removed the tape and applied two layers of 1" wide Gorilla tape. that's going to suck to remove some day, so hopefully I can just leave it there for a long time.

yup, not a cult.

the skills park at Milburn is getting a major upgrade right now. photos on the KOM trails Instagram page.

I like EVs. they are the future. Tesla is doing a lot of cool things to bring technology to us. but can y'all Elon fanbois dial back the messianic buttkissing? it's really hard to welcome change when so many of its proponents are weirdly obsessed with it. everything sounds good until you suspect that the proponents are really evangelists in a cult.

I thought BSS had them to rent before the merge with Trek. otherwise: https://www.feeltheberm.com/

seems like there's a parallel phenomenon in every hobby: https://tpwd.texas.gov/newsmedia/releases/?req=20220110a Texas Game Warden’s Investigation Results in Organized Crime Ring Bust and Multiple Arrests Jan. 10, 2022 The two year, multi-agency effort led to high praise, award nominations and safer coastal communities GALVESTON – What started off as a run-of-the-mill investigation into a series of boat title discrepancies, concluded this past summer with multiple felony charges against three individuals suspected of running an interstate theft ring and the recovery of over $275,000 worth of stolen watercraft and other vehicles. Sergeant Game Warden Jonathan Griffin of the Marine Theft Investigation Unit facilitated an impressive two-year investigation into the organized crime ring leading to a nomination for Investigator of the Year Award by the International Association of Marine Investigators. “Considering that this is an international award I am really humbled to have been nominated,” said Sergeant Griffin. “I am very grateful to the Galveston County Auto Crimes Task Force and the other agencies across Texas, Alabama, and Florida who assisted with the resources necessary to build a strong case to hand over to the district attorney’s office for prosecution.” Sergeant Griffin further explained that the case began with a tip from the La Marque Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Law Enforcement Office regarding an individual titling numerous jet skis in their name at very low purchase prices. Eventually, a Florida county tax office notified the Sergeant that the suspect and a second individual were also titling a number of jet skis in Florida in the same manner. Over the following months, the Marine Theft Investigation Unit worked to trace the jet skis that were bought and sold by the suspects. The investigators uncovered that the jet skis being titled were actually stolen throughout Texas and then sold across multiple gulf states with false titles and identification numbers. Their work then identified a third suspect who had participated in the activity. “After recovering 27 stolen vessels and trailers, we filed charges and arrested the three suspects for theft and engaging in organized crime,” said Griffin. “While the charges are pending, we are working to locate and recover more stolen jet skis and boats that may have been sold using the same scheme. It has been satisfying to be able to help get this property back to the rightful owners.” The case is currently being handled by the Galveston County District Attorney’s office.

my basic understanding is that devices like this don't work from inside a bike. they have to be exposed or there's too much interference from the material around it. I could be wrong, but I'm guessing that is why no one just drops one inside the frame. if only it was that easy!

sorry, that was a lame attempt at a joke. to clarify: if you think you have an effective way to hide an Airtag, sharing your method with the rest of us would benefit all of us, but it would expose the secret to bike thieves. the current market options I have seen for Airtags might as well have a label that says "NOT A TRACKING DEVICE" because it's so obvious. they may be scum, but thieves stay in the game if they are good at what they do. anyone who is serious about stealing bikes probably knows how to cut or pick most locks, and they're paying attention to how people are using tracking devices. put yourself in their shoes: if you wanted to steal bikes, you'd be scanning the internet for discussions about tracking devices and ways to "hide" them so you know how to remove one and drop it in the nearest storm drain 30 seconds after grabbing the bike. if you have a good way to hide one, keep that secret for yourself!

ethical quandary: sharing with us would make a better concealed Airtag an option for more bike owners. however, sharing this info with the public also makes it easier for thieves to know how to beat it. I usually lock my bike up in the garage. if someone does steal it, getting that POS back is probably not worth the effort.

indeed, I think putting an Airtag on your bike provides a false sense of security. it's like putting a doorbell camera on your house: you get a good photo of the person who stole a package from your front porch for the police to pretend to file and then ignore.

Air tags seem pretty obvious to any bike thief who takes 5 minutes on the internet to recognize one. Something would need to be designed to look like an ordinary part of the bicycle so that it can go undetected.

Here's a bike box for $40. Get it fast! https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/641156263741519/

http://carverbikes.com/parts/cockpit/myti-carbon-handlebar/ ?