When I apply Loctite (blue) to threads, it is quite wet. Should I let the Loctite dry before I use the part? Can't find any instructions on the product? Lew

Hello, I recently purchased a bianchi axis for a commuter bike. It came with a 175mm-triple. I would like to swap it with a shimano 600 or 105, 172.5mm-double...

http://www.weldinginnovation.com/pdfs/wi299.pdf Nifty article on aluminum welding. Explains those terms I've seen tossed about on occasion, like "T6." Also...

So Johnny "No Climb" NoCom is actually Ed Gin? Interesting. Not that I would do it but I feel a spam war coming on. Let the addresses fly. -- Weisse Luft

Hi, Sorry if this subject has been worn out; but, will a 9 speed front derailleur, specifically an XTR m952 or m960 work with an 8 speed chain and cassette...

I have a pair of Campy "World Logo" gum brake hoods that are still functional (in one piece) but showing cracks near the edges. Is there anything that I can...

Hey Johnny No-go, care to show us your picture? Oh yes, and Merry Christmas to you. -- Weisse Luft

has anyone recently posted links to barnett's 5th edition repair manual? i'm looking for chapters 38, 17, and 32. thanks -----------== Posted via...

FU2 fr.rec.sport.triathlon Bonjour, Guillaume Vauvert a écrit dans son message : XAthlon est un logiciel destiné à permettre au sportif d'endurance ...

Hi all, Anyone had any experience (good/bad) with Shimano R122 shoes? Thanks in advance

No experience with bib shorts. Would like feedback on +/-'s of both types asap. Going to buy one or the other soon. Adrian

I thought I was getting a good deal on a pair of Nike Poggio shoes: http://www.bandkbike.com/shoefolder/poggio.html $99, over 50% off retail. Stiff, super...

I am thinking about changing from the look system. What is the advantage to the speedplay system. I am interested in those stories wherre people had foot...

Gary Mishler wrote: Thinking of getting a pair of Shimano BR-R550 Cantis but want to run Kool-Stop Salmon pads in them. Anyone know if the Kool Stop...

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Hi all I building a wheel w/ Sapim 2.0 /1.8 spokes & an XT M752 rear hub. Shimano lists the size of the spoke holes is 2.6mm, which I have confirmed w/ a...

dvt wrote: How do you carry a case of beer on a bike? Preferred solution does not include a trailer. -- Dave dvt at psu dot edu Mon, 13 Dec...

Tim McNamara wrote: The big reason I see people not buying Macs is because of the software availability. Many of the programs I...

I'm building up my trusty old-but-just-refurbished Bob Jackson as an all Campy period piece (it was built in 1972). I have 700C clincher wheels built on Campy...