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by nicmarsh
10 Nov 2022, 7:58pm
Forum: Does anyone know … ?
Topic: Garmin Edge Touring
Replies: 61
Views: 11764

Re: Garmin Edge Touring

Thanks, helpful responses
by nicmarsh
9 Nov 2022, 8:04pm
Forum: Does anyone know … ?
Topic: Garmin Edge Touring
Replies: 61
Views: 11764

Re: Garmin Edge Touring

Ianwhitwell wrote: 9 Nov 2022, 12:10pm I have the Wahoo Roam and I plan my routes on Komoot (which is brilliant) or sometimes on OS maps where I can get a better idea of terrain, though Komoot does tell you what the surface under tyre is like. The former syncs directly to the Roam and if I use OS maps I can transfer it as a gps file to the roam via the app. I'm sure the Garmin does similar things. I did loads of research prior to buying the Roam and have not regretted the purchase once. It's so easy to use once you've set it up.
Hope you find a solution.
I use a Garmin touring purely to plot where I have been to reflect on, and keep track of, that activity. I have always meant to have a go at plotting new routes, to extend my repertoire as it were, on a computer and then upload to the Garmin and follow these ( or indeed download routes of other people) . However time constraints always seem to get in the way along with little desire to get my head around any this technology. I like a lot that you have done all the research and think that Roam + Komoot is a good solution and works simply. I am tempted to switch ... may I just ask are ether any costs to using Komoot as a route planner? Or should I just toughen up and explore the Garmin Touring
by nicmarsh
23 Mar 2021, 10:32pm
Forum: Bikes & Bits – Technical section
Topic: Best wishes for Brucey
Replies: 613
Views: 73479

Re: Best wishes for Brucey

I have posted queries here as a first port of call, always knowing he would take time to consider and give sound advice - many thanks for that Brucey, I wish you well
by nicmarsh
13 Mar 2021, 5:53pm
Forum: Bikes & Bits – Technical section
Topic: Allen Key to Nut Fit Converter Bolt brakes
Replies: 4
Views: 403

Re: Allen Key to Nut Fit Converter Bolt brakes

thanks for the replies, full steam ahead ....
by nicmarsh
13 Mar 2021, 2:34pm
Forum: Bikes & Bits – Technical section
Topic: Allen Key to Nut Fit Converter Bolt brakes
Replies: 4
Views: 403

Allen Key to Nut Fit Converter Bolt brakes

Has anyone used these convertor bolts so that a newer caliper brake can be fitted to an older frame which won't allow for the recessed allen key bolt? I wonder how easy it is to replace the required threaded part on newer calliper brakes, ie how much dismantling is required?

I am in need of new callipers for a current build of an older frame and already have new Tiagra flat bar levers to hand so was thinking of matching these with Tiagra callipers which I have yet to buy.

https://www.sjscycles.co.uk/brakes/jtek ... onversion/
by nicmarsh
12 Feb 2021, 11:12pm
Forum: Bikes & Bits – Technical section
Topic: ISO or JIS 1" threaded headset
Replies: 4
Views: 370

Re: ISO or JIS 1" threaded headset

Indeed! This I have covered before; I have a '56 Youngs frame with about 32 mm stack height and one of these Mercians ('77) is 33 - I have used one of the Tange models before which is low enough.
by nicmarsh
12 Feb 2021, 8:24pm
Forum: Bikes & Bits – Technical section
Topic: ISO or JIS 1" threaded headset
Replies: 4
Views: 370

Re: ISO or JIS 1" threaded headset

cheers Brucey. Thats helpful; not as helpful as just telling me which one to get though :lol:
by nicmarsh
12 Feb 2021, 11:41am
Forum: Bikes & Bits – Technical section
Topic: ISO or JIS 1" threaded headset
Replies: 4
Views: 370

ISO or JIS 1" threaded headset

I need to get 2 x 1" threaded headsets for 2 x Mercian frame / forks; one is 1977 the other 1990s. Does anyone know if I should be getting the ISO or JIS standard? I think it should be the (ISO) campag standard, 26.4mm crown race diameter but if anyone can confirm it would be helpful.
Ta
by nicmarsh
7 Oct 2019, 10:02pm
Forum: Bikes & Bits – Technical section
Topic: chain link pin
Replies: 14
Views: 1086

Re: chain link pin

increasingly helpful - especially as I do appear to have the OEM version at the correct length. In future it would be worth considering switching to KMC for simplicity as much as anything else?
by nicmarsh
7 Oct 2019, 3:25pm
Forum: Bikes & Bits – Technical section
Topic: chain link pin
Replies: 14
Views: 1086

Re: chain link pin

thanks Brucey, that indeed is helpful and informative!
by nicmarsh
7 Oct 2019, 2:36pm
Forum: Bikes & Bits – Technical section
Topic: chain link pin
Replies: 14
Views: 1086

chain link pin

I have a new Chainset - Tiagra 4700; Shimano recommend chain HG54. I have that chain as it was sent as part of the groupset deal. It surprised me that I don't need to shorten the chain (I estimate is 112 links) - using biggest sprocket / large chainwheel method to measure length. But the question is -

Is the pin that the chain comes with, meant to be used as the connecting pin or should I be buying a connecting pin separately? See photo - its a darker and very different looking pin - Or are there alternatives? On 11 speed I am using quick links but I am not sure there available for this chain??
by nicmarsh
31 Mar 2019, 12:29pm
Forum: Does anyone know … ?
Topic: Eurosport
Replies: 7
Views: 1421

Re: Eurosport

Assuming you have a paid eurosport subscription, you can cast from your tablet or phone to a TV that has a google chrome cast dongle plugged into HDMI port. If using Apple phone / iPad you will probably find it will not work if using a lead (apple lead is about £50) straight into HDMI port.
by nicmarsh
17 Oct 2018, 5:51pm
Forum: Bikes & Bits – Technical section
Topic: Chain Care
Replies: 82
Views: 7811

Re: Chain Care

excuse me if i have missed this somewhere, but...

thought i would try the epic ride and I have a new chain. Should I be cleaning the factory oils off the new chain first and if so what with - a degreaser followed by water and left to dry ( slightly gives me the heebejeebs a new chain being left wet ) or just WS then left to dry or something else?
by nicmarsh
7 May 2018, 11:02am
Forum: On the road
Topic: Its Ok to park across cycle lanes and footpaths!
Replies: 28
Views: 3403

Its Ok to park across cycle lanes and footpaths!

these geezers think so
by nicmarsh
3 May 2018, 7:13pm
Forum: Cycling Goods & Services - Your Reviews
Topic: on sale 5700 105 hubs from bike discount
Replies: 0
Views: 1087

on sale 5700 105 hubs from bike discount

Bike discount are selling the 5700 105 hubs at about the same price you can get Tiagra for and maybe half the price of the more recent 5800 105s. I think they are limited to 10 speed but if that suits they strike me as a bargain. I have used this german company before and found them excellent in terms of service/delivery etc.

https://www.bike-discount.de/en/buy/shi ... 32h-727777