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- 23 Oct 2019, 10:39pm
- Forum: Bikes & Bits – Technical section
- Topic: What LED lights for AXA HR Traction bottle dynamo?
- Replies: 14
- Views: 551
Re: What LED lights for AXA HR Traction bottle dynamo?
Surely you would have the option of tapping into the output from the battery, and connecting lights directly? As far as I can tell, the Axa HR is rated 6V 3W, same as a hub dyno, so you should be able to run any standard dyno set-up, e.g. B&M IQX, CYO premium etc
- 23 Oct 2019, 10:17pm
- Forum: Bikes & Bits – Technical section
- Topic: What LED lights for AXA HR Traction bottle dynamo?
- Replies: 14
- Views: 551
Re: What LED lights for AXA HR Traction bottle dynamo?
I think you'd be better off running lights off the battery. If there isn't provision for running the lights off the controller, then you should be able to run lights directly from the battery (B&M and others make DC versions of their lights), or possibly from a USB connection on the battery. htt...
- 10 Oct 2019, 4:20pm
- Forum: Bikes & Bits – Technical section
- Topic: Teasi One
- Replies: 2
- Views: 258
Re: Teasi One
Hi, I have the teasi one. IIRC it comes with maps for all of Europe, but you can download all maps for free. I removed all the maps except UK, as it was a bit slow to load all the maps at start up. I think the maps are OSM based. As a basic no frills device with a nice colour display I can't fault it.
- 20 Sep 2019, 8:43am
- Forum: Bikes & Bits – Technical section
- Topic: Pebbledashed Seat Tube Safe to Repair?
- Replies: 8
- Views: 451
Re: Pebbledashed Seat Tube Safe to Repair?
Looks fine to me, but I'd have a good look at the more critical areas, like around the bottom bracket and fork crown. Also worth seeing if the seat post will move.
- 1 Sep 2019, 9:28am
- Forum: The Tea Shop
- Topic: Would you ever phone up Any Answers?
- Replies: 23
- Views: 887
Re: Would you ever phone up Any Answers?
I think that's part of the function of phone-ins. There's a temptation to assume that most people are sensible and think like you. Listening to these programs is a reminder of how ill-informed, stupid and bigoted a lot of people are.
And no, I cba to phone in.
And no, I cba to phone in.
- 1 Sep 2019, 9:06am
- Forum: Bikes & Bits – Technical section
- Topic: Retouching frame finish
- Replies: 10
- Views: 552
Re: Retouching frame finish
You can buy primer for aluminium/non-ferrous metals, to apply with brush (hammerite/rustoleum?) from somewhere like Halfords or B&Q. I wouldn't want to use a spray can for such a small/awkward job.
- 16 Aug 2019, 9:58am
- Forum: Health and fitness
- Topic: Energy on longer rides
- Replies: 32
- Views: 1474
Re: Energy on longer rides
I don't think the issue here is food/nutrition, it's fitness. The OP rode for a couple of hours, and was tired out due to pushing too hard for their level of fitness. Eating more food won't help. I think the best advice would be to ignore your average speed and pace yourself, concentrate on building...
- 16 Aug 2019, 8:56am
- Forum: On the road
- Topic: Tampering with locks: wet rag on it?
- Replies: 42
- Views: 3185
Re: Tampering with locks: wet rag on it?
I think there's a tactic where they disable your lock, in the hope that you are forced to leave your bike unlocked. If you leave a lock in a public place, then there are people with nothing better to do than target it, I think you would be wise to buy a new lock.
- 14 Aug 2019, 11:54pm
- Forum: On the road
- Topic: TV personality driving ban reduction
- Replies: 68
- Views: 2833
Re: TV personality driving ban reduction
36 in a 30 :roll: Why is this even being discussed :lol: Banned? 60 in a 30 yes a ban.36 in a 30?No. Obviously his Lawyer is useless :roll: I've been on 3 "Speed awareness" courses and they really are a waste of a day :roll: He wasn't going to be banned for 36 in a 30, he got three points...
- 25 Jul 2019, 11:22am
- Forum: Bikes & Bits – Technical section
- Topic: 105 derailleur - short/medium cage ?
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1194
Re: 105 derailleur - short/medium cage ?
Might be worth trying the 32t cassette with your SS mech, it may work ok with some adjustment of the b-screw. The model no. is usually stamped on the inside, so you have to look from the other side of the bike.
- 25 Jul 2019, 10:30am
- Forum: On the road
- Topic: Cyclist killed at Carlisle - hit by lorry
- Replies: 12
- Views: 4491
Re: Cyclist killed at Carlisle - hit by lorry
Herts police website states that no witness/no video camera footage equals no investigation and simply compiled for data purposes Well, without evidence/witnesses, how can there be a conviction, given that they would have to prove guilt beyond reasonable doubt? OTOH, if you don't investigate, there...
- 5 Jul 2019, 7:42am
- Forum: Does anyone know … ?
- Topic: Commuter for touring or tourer for commuting?
- Replies: 47
- Views: 1770
Re: Commuter for touring or tourer for commuting?
Personally, my tourer was perfect as a commuter, reliable, robust, low-maintenance, comfortable and practical. My requirements in a tourer or commuter are actually quite similar. If you've got a nice triple chainset then there shouldn't be any need to change gearing. If you start to overthink things...
- 30 Jun 2019, 10:57am
- Forum: Bikes & Bits – Technical section
- Topic: Front wheel locked while cycling: disc brake or mudguard?
- Replies: 72
- Views: 2571
Re: Front wheel locked while cycling: disc brake or mudguard?
Still not a satisfactory response. IMO they should replace all damaged parts, refit mudguards properly, and compensate you for your injuries. This was a nasty incident, which could easily have been fatal, IMO caused by their negligence. I notice they haven't fitted the plastic end caps for the stays...
- 26 Jun 2019, 6:14pm
- Forum: Electric bikes
- Topic: Surly LHT e-bike conversion
- Replies: 4
- Views: 752
Re: Surly LHT e-bike conversion
+1 for the mid-drive, like the tongshen. They will handle hills/weight better than a hub drive. You shouldn't need a triple with the motor, but I think it's possible to fit a double to the tongshen if you need to.
- 29 May 2019, 11:44am
- Forum: On the road
- Topic: Is it legal to cycle whilst using phone?
- Replies: 45
- Views: 2088
Re: Is it legal to cycle whilst using phone?
Lance Dopestrong wrote:I can't fathom why anyone would spoil a wonderful bike ride by having a tiresome conversation on a mobile phone while doing so.
probably posting to twitter/facebook
#onmybike
#intheambulance
#incasualty