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So my bike (which is virtually brand new) has developed a rather annoying squeak from the front fork when turning https://youtu.be/5QCCiJ08VxY I’ve tried spraying where the frame and fork meets with lube but no joy?? Anyone advise what to do? https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180905/ea6b439986c3415...

Yes that’s the bike I have.

Sounds like I would be best just doing a like for like replacement?

I need a new front mech for my commuter mtb as it keeps sticking and I’m fed up trying to free it off, but I’m unsure what my options are..... It is a 7x3 speed shimano tourney mech it is a band on and the cable comes down the frame to attach to mech. Do I need to know anything else to get the corre...

Can anyone recommend me a decent rear mudguard for my giant rock mtb please.

Looking to spend up to £20.

I’ve had ones in the past that weren’t up to much. So looking for some recommendations please!

Thanks

I've got the small saddle bag from Decathlon (around £7) and it's large enough to carry... Spare tube Co2 canisters Quick links Tyre levers Bike tool (allen keys etc.) self-adhesive puncture patches I've been fortunate to never have more than one puncture at a time and never see the need to repair ...

Thanks for replies.

I’m pretty well experienced with puncture repairs and general bike repairs.

I’ve always cycled,just not the distances I’m starting to cover lately,hence me never needing a repair kit.

For the bike size. I’m 5ft 9” and I have 2 bikes,both Giants and both frame size Medium.

So I’m a relative newbie to road cycling distances. Today I did my furthest cycle to date on the road (14miles) As I was out I got to thinking I really should get a puncture repair kit and bag. I think it would be attached under the seat? Obviously I’d need to hold,a puncture kit,tube,levers and a p...

I figured it wouldn’t be straight forward,a couple nuts either side isn’t difficult!

The wheel even had a decent 7speed shimano free wheel attached. Not bad for a fiver!

It is the original cones and axle I only replaced the ball bearings. I managed to pick up a used wheel from my local recyc a bike this avo for £5. So I’ll run that til it breaks! Only difference is it’s not got QR on it but not the end of the world (I don’t want to strip the bearing and fit my qr skew

Here’s what’s happened

As you can see the inner race has broken off the hub.

I replaced the bearings a few months ago but tbh they haven’t felt “smooth” when turned by hand for a while.

It’s the original wheel.

Bike is about 12years old.

Just a replacement really.

So the inner hub race has broken off my rear wheel of my commuter mtb

It’s 26” with QR with a 7 speed screw on freewheel.

Can anyone advise where best to get one.

Not looking for anything fancy,just a replacement QR wheel.

Any links are most appreciated!

Thanks guys

I can rest easy now!

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