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I'm currently restoring a recently purchased Rixon frame and would like to go with 10 speed. I prefer the look of the Ultegra 6500 parts which I think will look right on the bike my question is, is 6500 9 or 10 speed and will it work with 6700 front shifters?
Thanks in advance

Many thanks for all the replies. The rim tape is quite thin, I didn't use tyre levers on the last attempt, I'll certainly look into the tyre fitting tool from wiggle, the rims are tubeless compatible but I didn't particularly want to go down this route so I bought these tyres:
https://www.spacycles.co.uk/m14b0s121p3 ... 2A-Folding
I'll have another go when the blister on my thumb has disappeared!!

I've recently had a new pair of Ambrosio P20 rims built up. I was looking forward to getting them on one of my bikes but, believe it or not two weeks later I'm still struggling to get a pair of tyres on them. I Know the rims were sold as tubeless compatible but I wanted to use them with tyres and tubes so I purchased a pair of Schwalbe Durano/ Ones 700 x 25c.
Well I have huffed and I've puffed to coin a phrase and I cannot get the tyres over the rim without nipping the tube, (8 times now) or blistering my thumbs in the process. I did manage to get them on another pair of rims and put 130 psi in them in the vain hope it would stretch the tyres a little but to no avail. Tonight I thought I'd put the Schwalbes on a pair of Ultegra rims I have on another bike and they went straight on, the tyres that were on the Ultegra rims have had some use this summer so I thought they'd be easier to fit, alas it wasn't to be. I got the tyres and tubes on put 100 psi in but they didn't seat correctly so I deflated them made sure they were seated correctly on the rim, re-inflated them, still didn't pop out/ seat in the rim put just over 110 psi in then heard the all to familiar sound of a punctured tube. I don't know if I was more deflated or the tube!!

Finally just to point out I have never had any trouble fitting tyres or tubes to new or old rims before.

Any advice please?

I have used a pair of Quoc Pham for the last 2 1/2 years. They've been fantastic, comfortable straight out of the box. Used for daily rides and touring. I'd certainly recommend them and they'd be on my list when they wear out but I can't see that happening for a while.

Many thanks to all for the replies, I've purchased a small "wok for one" non stick version. I'll give it a try at home before I venture out with it!!

pwa wrote:Woks have round bottoms don't they? And to use them properly you need a strong flame to cook fast. What sort of stove would you put it on?

I've got a trangia. Flat bottom woks are available.

As the title asks, has anyone taken a small wok to use whilst cycle touring? I enjoy eating stir fry and it occurred to me that buying a small wok maybe a useful addition to my camping kit.

Many thanks for all your replies, I'm going down the powder coating route. My local LBS has used a company for various items and come recommend.

Not had any quotes yet I'd only thought about it this evening. I suppose I could use helicopter tape where the bag clips on. They're in good condition just wondered about the durability and cost. I'll source a local coating company for advice.

As the title says, has anyone ever had racks powder coated or anodised?
I have a pair / front and rear in silver but I'm currently rebuilding my touring bike and I'm leaning towards a black pair.
Not sure if the cost of coating them would save much as opposed to buying new ones also is the coating hard wearing enough.

richardfm wrote:I wonder if the OP will ever come back and comment on the advice given

He's probably set off and well on his way!

Many thanks for the replies

Has anyone had a frame completely chromed or rechromed recently? I've always liked the idea of a chromed frame bike and wondered what the cost would be?

Thanks for the replies, all points noted

Does anybody use these and how do they compare for longevity against the regular branded gloves. Only thinking about summer use any recommendations?
Thank you