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Post by sids on May 3, 2011 18:32:51 GMT -8
Dear Rabbi: I got new soma double straps. I went to put them on but when I put them on in the conventional manner (straps under through the pedals first, then around the top through the cages, then out and down through the locking mechanism, the logo is upside down (which is fine but suggests that they were intended to go the other way). It is also pretty tight where the main piece of leather splits into two. The main piece is really straddling the pedals pretty hard. If I were to put them through so that the logo faces up, with the straps going through the cages first then down and around through the pedals this creates an awkward straps dangling straight up effect. What do? post a pic plz The non-conventional way which seems to work better:  The conventional way that doesn't seem to work very well:  for example, see dave's pedals:  I didn't put them on because they are ridiculously hard to remove |
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Post by remspeedwagon on May 3, 2011 19:59:25 GMT -8
Try this method. You leave the straps unbuckled so you can cinch on the go  |
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Post by rabbi on May 3, 2011 20:10:55 GMT -8
oh, so you're just concerned with the logo?i'm guessing soma did that so when your feet aren't in the pedals the logo is right side up so it can be easily read. install them as normal (2nd picture)
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Post by sids on May 3, 2011 20:22:14 GMT -8
oh, so you're just concerned with the logo?i'm guessing soma did that so when your feet aren't in the pedals the logo is right side up so it can be easily read. install them as normal (2nd picture) not so much about the logo, but that was suggesting to me that I was installing them improperly. I'll go with the second, thanks for the help guys |
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Post by sids on May 3, 2011 20:23:17 GMT -8
Try this method. You leave the straps unbuckled so you can cinch on the go Thanks for the help, I probably will once I get them on and get the feel for whether I will need to adjust regularly or not |
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Post by rabbi on May 3, 2011 20:33:31 GMT -8
return the somas and get toshi or mks straps and you won't have to adjust regularly. those cheap doubles stretch out really easily, really quickly.
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Post by extrasketchy on May 3, 2011 23:30:17 GMT -8
return the somas and get toshi or mks straps and you won't have to adjust regularly. those cheap doubles stretch out really easily, really quickly. True. I am surprised I've had mine for as long as I have. |
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Post by craig on May 4, 2011 15:52:41 GMT -8
return the somas and get toshi or mks straps and you won't have to adjust regularly. those cheap doubles stretch out really easily, really quickly. orrrrrrrrrrrrrr, you could be done with this straps and clipless bullshit and go with pedal-less. super safe and a lot simpler. |
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Post by gizmo on May 10, 2011 1:24:03 GMT -8
Was this in reference to me? I totally agree with you but I'm not dropping $50 on the brooks bar tape I'll try and match it with a cheaper brand. suggestions? nothing's gonna match besides brooks leather tape. just do black tape. Shellac'd cloth tape ! velo-orange.blogspot.com/2009/01/shellac-and-bar-tape-guide.htmlDear rabbi, do you know anyone that still has a HoC jersey, in my size, that they may be willing to sell? Or any other jersey that is not grotesque. Thanks. |
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Post by extrasketchy on May 10, 2011 1:42:32 GMT -8
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Post by sids on May 10, 2011 8:11:05 GMT -8
I have heard of this and was wondering how it works. I had visions of a sweaty ride followed by looking at my brown stained hands. |
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Post by rabbi on May 10, 2011 10:06:20 GMT -8
shellac'd tape is pretty indestructable, but not too comfy.
Gizmo, Joe is all sold out. I have mine that he just sent me, but I doubt it will fit you.
just get a plain jersey from assos or rapha (if baller) or peal izumi, hincapie, etc. (if not as baller).
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Post by gizmo on May 10, 2011 17:40:14 GMT -8
It reminds me of having candy coated fists a la Hot Shots.
Rabbi, damn, yeah it's been like two years since they were all gone I've been trying to contact random people associated with HoC just to see if they'd be willing. There's this Japan disaster relief one from Bikeforum but I don't know how it'll end up fitting. Thanks.
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Post by nlinealac on May 10, 2011 17:59:02 GMT -8
 Get this one. |
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Post by remspeedwagon on May 14, 2011 18:55:58 GMT -8
Dude that's awesome
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Post by craig on May 18, 2011 16:24:58 GMT -8
dearest rabbi,
how are you?
what size spokes do i need to lace a mavic e2 module rim to a 36 hole hub?
thank you,
craig
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Post by rabbi on May 18, 2011 16:27:50 GMT -8
what hub?
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Post by craig on May 18, 2011 16:54:35 GMT -8
low flange,
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Post by rabbi on May 18, 2011 17:06:49 GMT -8
that doesn't help me. what hub?
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Post by craig on May 18, 2011 17:14:33 GMT -8
it's a no name hub. here hope this helps:  |
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Post by rabbi on May 18, 2011 17:16:10 GMT -8
you need to get me the measurements, then. i need the flange diameter from the spoke holes and the flange-to-center of the hub measurement. in mm, of course.
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Post by craig on May 18, 2011 17:18:01 GMT -8
bahhhhhh! ok. haha later tonight.
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Post by gizmo on May 18, 2011 18:53:38 GMT -8
Can that only be measured with a caliper?
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Post by rabbi on May 18, 2011 19:34:19 GMT -8
Caliper is best, but a ruler and a steady hand will suffice. You can find the info for most hubs, though.
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Post by Rushing on May 24, 2011 17:34:03 GMT -8
Rabbi, I have a bit of an idiotic question. I have a really old road bike frame that someone had told me was 52cm, but I fit it and it was a great ride. I have found a '96 track frame that's 52cm, but there are no returns for it, will I be able to ride is as I do with a bike 53cm-54cm-55cm?
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Post by rabbi on May 24, 2011 22:06:03 GMT -8
cannondale track? probably not.
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Post by craig on May 25, 2011 7:05:02 GMT -8
Rushing, if that 96 track frame doesn't work out for you, and you decide to sell it, i'd like to see it.
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Post by josr on May 25, 2011 10:28:43 GMT -8
dear rabbi.
i want to build a rear wheel, i have all 32 spokes, hoop, and the hub. everything is ready to go. Is there a good website were i can follow instructions to build a wheel correctly?
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Post by Rushing on May 25, 2011 11:09:23 GMT -8
Rabbi - Not Cannondale. It's and Indigo frame.
Craig - I'll be sure to sell it quickly if it does not work.
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Post by craig on May 25, 2011 12:29:44 GMT -8
dear rabbi. i want to build a rear wheel, i have all 32 spokes, hoop, and the hub. everything is ready to go. Is there a good website were i can follow instructions to build a wheel correctly? I don't recommend building it for yourself, because it would be your first time. Just have rabbi build it for you. |
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