Big Bike Thread

J273 · 8 Aug 2010 at 15:35

Thanks Andelusion.

This is a medium s-works im replacing with the exact same frame in large.

I will be selling the medium eventually yes.

Does anyone have any idea as to what crank puller tool i need to remove the crank?

Thanks

VaderDSL · 8 Aug 2010 at 15:50

I might be interested in that medium s-works. How tall are you? I'm just 5'9 / 5'10.

What cranks are they? They look similar to the shimano way of removing them.

Possibly like that?

Also some info here

J273 · 8 Aug 2010 at 16:10

VaderDSL said:
I might be interested in that medium s-works. How tall are you? I'm just 5'9 / 5'10.

What cranks are they? They look similar to the shimano way of removing them.

Possibly like that?

Also some info here

Thanks for that...much appreciated.

Looks easy enough to do.

So all i need is one of these then?
http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=3785

Whats a crank puller used for then :confused:

With regards the frame..im just over 5.11" and always wish id bought a large tbh as i like the larger bike.

Andelusion · 8 Aug 2010 at 16:13

All I used was one of those caps you've linked in your post and a BB spanner, just be sure to get the right size for your crank and BB.

VaderDSL · 8 Aug 2010 at 16:16

I don't think you need a crank puller as the cranks are not attached directly to the bottom bracket, the non drive crank is attached to the axle which is inserted the drive side, so the axle goes through the bottom bracket cups and out the other side. Onto which you secure the non drive crank.

So you undo the crank bolts on the non drive side crank, flip the security tab then remove the centre bolt. Then the crank will come off on its own without a tool. Then you just slide the drive side out through the bottom bracket cups.

Edit : Axle, not Axel!

And the point in the Hope vid about not tightening the centre bolt up tight is fairly important. Your crank bolts if done up correctly will keep your cranks secure on the axle.

andi · 8 Aug 2010 at 17:47

Raceface cranks need a puller. I know this, because I had to buy two because I bought the wrong one first time

W!ll · 8 Aug 2010 at 18:54

Race Face H2 cranks don't usually need an extractor due to the fact they have a self extracting crankbolt design.

Brownpants · 8 Aug 2010 at 19:46

BlackDragon said:
As my Giant Rock bike is starting to fall apart, I decided to buy a decent road bike for commuting to work with as well as recreational cycling.

Got myself a Trek 1.2 and I'm amazed how light it is compared to old bike. I was a bit limited by stock (and my measurements) and the Trek 1.2 seemed the best value.

Back of my left leg hurt a bit while cycling, maybe my body is just unused to having the seat so high. Very happy with it overall but will take some getting used to riding in a different style.

Lovely wee bikes those, I've got the 2009 model and I'm considering getting the 2011 one when the new cyclescheme period comes in again.

For those, like me, who skip past all the text in this thread to get to the pictures...

*p.s. I had to find a 63cm frame so I feel your pain

andi · 8 Aug 2010 at 22:56

W!ll said:
Race Face H2 cranks don't usually need an extractor due to the fact they have a self extracting crankbolt design.

They stopped using that a year or two ago, my 2009 Deus XC need a puller.

YorkshirePadd26 · 9 Aug 2010 at 18:34

Upgraded the Reign 2 already,

Fox RL 150mm 15QR, much nicer feeling than the 44 140mm 15QR tst2.

Very cheap at On-One at the moment

Doing Stainburn on Thursday so that should test them a little,

Andelusion · 9 Aug 2010 at 20:00

YorkshirePadd26 said:
Upgraded the Reign 2 already,

Fox RL 150mm 15QR, much nicer feeling than the 44 140mm 15QR tst2.

Very cheap at On-One at the moment

Doing Stainburn on Thursday so that should test them a little,

Do you go to Stainburn often? Hope you enjoy the new extension to the descent line

t'was recently completed by the chaps over at SingleTraction.

KnightStalker · 9 Aug 2010 at 20:52

Im in the market for brakes, ive been offered some XT m775's with around 4 sets of superstar pads as spares for £120, practically brand new with a scratch here and there..sound decent?

Draeger · 9 Aug 2010 at 21:02

I blagged a complete bargain on the Bay last night. 3k Carbon Pinarello MOst seatpost. Boxed, hardly used. One of these ;-

Retails at £164.95 as seen on the PARKER INTERNATIONAL website.

Got it for £46.

Berger · 9 Aug 2010 at 21:21

Just ordered a Specialised Hardrock Pro Disc 2009.

Like xmas but better, can't wait till it arrives!

VaderDSL · 9 Aug 2010 at 21:49

Anyone got any good ideas on what XC style full suspension frame I should look out for on ebay and the classifieds?

Current list is :

Kona Dawg
Marin Mount Vision

I don't know much about full sus bikes so don't know of any good trail frames. Any advice would be great.
I don't want to spend a fortune, maybe £350 max on the frame and I'll be doing it up for a fun winter ride that I can throw around.

Bailey · 9 Aug 2010 at 22:45

Just thought i would post up some pictures of my new Cannondale Rush, bought it 3 - 4 months ago. Any comments are welcomed:

The rest of the pictures can be seen here:

http://s31.photobucket.com/albums/c353/jamesbailey999/CannondaleRush2010/

Regards

Microwave · 9 Aug 2010 at 22:51

Sexy bike, ugly mudguards

Looks like a very good all round build. Have you thought about trying clipped in pedals?

Bailey · 9 Aug 2010 at 22:55

Its a good X-Country bike, best one i have had so far. I know the mud guards are pretty ugly, i have taken them off now and only use them in the wet.

Yeah i have thought about getting SPD pedals, any suggestions at all?

Draeger · 9 Aug 2010 at 22:59

RickRoss said:
Yeah i have thought about getting SPD pedals, any suggestions at all?

Got Shimano SPD M520's on my Cube Acid and they do the job nicely. Easy to get in and out of and stonking value for money.

Microwave · 9 Aug 2010 at 22:59

Aaah, fair enough, good reason

http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=7808

Those a good starting point, they have a cage round the pedal which is useful when learning to clip in - more to put your foot on.

If you feel like spending a bit more

http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=4516

These are the ones I have and I can vouch for them being brilliant. Seem to clip in a lot better compared to the cheaper ones which I tried on a friends bike.

Like your A3 too