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Love the colour scheme on this! Rob wrote:
TonyM wrote: Which bolts are you referring to? All of them to be honest. They're just poor quality bolts all round. With a bit of care it's no drama.
TonyM wrote: I am (almost) about buying a CFR696. Here the issues that I am aware of and some questions: - Occasional issues with quality (i.e. https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=2&v=YmQVKEoWjFs) -> No…
arctic84 wrote: So on the 696.. I noticed some talked about how the axles don't go all the way through. Has anyone actually had issues with this? Mine probably has a good 3-4mm and it seems a relatively common issue. I…
I realise most cyclists will do anything to avoid wearing a pack, but I find them almost mandatory (for me) on really long rides/gravel races and bikepacking. Just seems easier to use a bladder and I find I drink more…
They look great - love the colours :-) My wife runs them in 650b and likes them. If those 50s fit in the 696 then I'll be very happy. Thanks for the link. MV87 wrote: Panaracer just anounced 700c 50mm gravelking sk…
Quick tire question please. Posting here instead instead of the tire sub-forum because I know a lot of riders on 696s are going big. I've been using the WTB Riddlers 45c but they are just way too fragile for the terrain…
Thanks for the info - sounds like I just need to give them a try :-)
I've been running the 700c Riddlers for a few weeks and have been pretty happy overall. My only real complaint is that they seem a bit fragile having already plugged them a couple of times. I'm riding on slightly…
widerisfaster wrote: Some feedback on tyres for the 696: I did 2,500km on 700 x 35mm Bon Jon Pass (Extra Light version, set up tubeless, running 40psi) and they were fantastic. But I wanted to make use of the clearance…
Just have a quick headset question please... My son and I swapped stems today (we both have 696s) and for some weird reason, I simply cannot get rid of the play on my headset. All was good before. Bearings should be…
HollyBoni wrote: Yes, it gives you the ability to run a 1x12 with a 10-50 and drop bars shifters, which is what i've been waiting for. But at what price... The MTB world already has 12spd at the NX level. That's why i'm…
I've been (politely :-) criticised on this forum before when I mentioned my frustration with the SRAM 1x groupsets that to me have been a confusing mix of MTB and road. I agree with @Caliper that the AXS road/MTB…
Thanks @bnystrom for the detailed review of the Lakes. Much appreciated.
Tried this lacing for the XC5's and that has helped a bit... less pressure at the widest part of the foot. Put in some inner soles too - thanks epzamora for the tip. Will still go with some Lake's eventually I think but…
My 'final' build. Needs a wash. I'm amazed how much clearance there is - even with the Riddler 45s. Mainly SRAM Rival with Force 1 mechanical levers. Praxis M30 cranks. TRP Spyre brakes (which I think are really good -…
TenMile wrote: Hi all, Was out for an epic 50km cyclocross ride today on my 505. Right at the end, I snagged my rear derailleur on a blackberry vine and it snapped the hanger off. May be a stupid question, but are…
Thanks for the recommendations. And thanks @epzamora for that link... I never knew that. I feel like an idiot now :-)
Been using the Shimano XC5s and they're pretty nice - fairly light, simple and not too gaudy :-) Problem is, I get a bit of underfoot pain on longer rides (more than say 80k). I've got a wide forefoot, high arches and…
That's a great looking build. Love the bags too. You mentioned you're going to swap out the cranks... not happy with the Praxis? I ask because that's what I am running, and I can't say I've been super happy with them.…