Unanswered Questions
37 questions with no upvoted or accepted answers
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Mavic Cosmic SLS - carbon separation
Some aero’ wheels are an aluminium rim with a carbon fibre shroud. On a Mavic Cosmic SLS rear wheel, I’ve found that the carbon fibre shroud is separating from the aluminium rim. Just visible in the ...
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Giant SLR1 Hookless Rims Issues
I recently purchased a Giant Propel Advanced Pro and the bike comes with Giant's new tubeless-ready SLR1 hookless rims with Cadex tyres. Since purchasing, I have had a few punctures and have decided ...
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Are wheels designed for a maximum disc/rotor size?
I'm looking at some new wheels which Shimano describe as "140 mm disc brake rotor compatible". Does this mean they can't handle larger 160mm rotors? If not, why would they make this point, ...
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What factors contribute to tightly fitting tyre
I recently purchased a 2021 Giant Propel Advanced Pro 0 road bike and it came with Giant’s SLR1 hookless wheelset. I have been having a pretty tough time replacing the tube after I have received a ...
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I need help with a airless inner tube/tire issue
So I just bought a brand new Abound from Aventon. The city I live in is horrible and even with double thick tired, Tannus armor inserts, and puncture-resistant inner tubes I've had 3 flats in 3 months ...
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Would anyone happen to know what model this HED wheel is?
I have come upon this HED rear disc wheel and want to do a quick cost evaluation, and identify the model year ideally. Any help would be appreciated!
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Slight play/jiggle in rear wheel, bolt speed-thru axle is fully tightened?
Bike is a Cannondale Topstone Ultegra RX2. Rear hub is a Formula RXC-400, 12x142 centerlock.
I got a flat rear tire on a ride and swapped the tube. When I retightened the thru axle I noticed that ...
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Front wheel buzzing intermittently
Just tried fixing up a 2007 Land Rover Kaikas MTB, that cost £400 (about $530) when it was new. The front wheel makes an intermittent buzzing sound, that usually lasts around 2 - 5 seconds, and might ...
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Raleigh Twenty front wheel removal
I'm trying to change the tires on a c. 1971 Raleigh Twenty, and I cannot for the life of me get the front wheel off: nuts are loosened, dynamo/basket support/mudguards all disengaged, but it won't ...
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9 Speed Shimano cassette on 10+ speed hub
I've got a 2010 Specialized Tricross with a mostly original drivetrain and wheels. Notably for this question:
Front derailleur: Shimano Tiagra
Rear derailleur: Shimano Deore LX
Chainset: Shimano ...
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How is the suspension frequency response effected by the wheel diameter?
Imagine riding off a curb, crossing a pothole, or hitting a pebble. Would you prefer to ride that with a toy bike or a penny-farthing? Regardless of preference, the penny-farthing would have a ...
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Does anyone manufacture ISO 590 36h rims?
I'm rebuilding an old english three speed, including new wheels. I've done this in the past and used Sun rims. I need ISO 590 rims, which seem to be readily available in 40-hole and 32-hole ...
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Spokes break loose after riding
I’m new here. I’ve been on a funny adventure through rebuilding my old city bike back wheel.
I rebuilt it from scratch. I mean lacing the spokes. It’s important to highlight that everything is old ...
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Rear wheel jerks and wobbles while riding
I bought a Hero howler 27.5T MTB- single speed two years ago. At that time I was 120kg (265lbs) and I hadn't faced any issue while riding cycle.
Then I stopped cycling for almost 2 years. I parked it ...
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Tricycle wheels won't turn when pedaling
I have a tricycle that I just changed the tubes on all wheels. Went to ride it and the pedals will just turn but not engage the chain or wheels.
Chain is on correctly, wheels are on the same side as ...
