The Cycling Thread - Page 365 - SV650.org

Kenzie · 16-08-14, 01:33 PM

Just upgraded the brakes on the Gryphon. Gone are the poor cheap calipers and cables and they have been replaced with Shimano M355 hydraulics. Just got to bed them in but they are already feeling much better than the cables I pulled off.

maviczap · 17-08-14, 11:55 AM

Well if I didn't have so many bikes I'd buy this straight away as a training bike.

Full carbon frame, Shimano Sora groupset, Shimano wheels & Ritchey handlebars & stem for £399!

I don't know the brand, but I guess the frame will be made in Taiwan where most of them are made, so it'll be fine.

http://www.argos.co.uk/static/Produc...er/3324518.htm

Only 22 & 23 in frames available, but it'll do for most people

kaivalagi · 17-08-14, 05:15 PM

wow, thanks dirt cheap....I'm tempted not because I need it but because the price is THAT good!

22"/56cm just right for my size too I think...

maviczap · 17-08-14, 05:28 PM

Yes, if I thought I could sell it either as a complete bike or as parts for more than that I'd buy it today.

MisterTommyH · 20-08-14, 07:54 AM

It's took nearly a month, but I've finally decided to ditch the dual sided pedels (spds one side and flat onthe other) because it was annoying to keep having to rotate the pedel everytime I unclipped at a junction or something.

520's arrive today so hopefully no more of that.

maviczap · 20-08-14, 09:29 AM

Yep, double side are the way to go with SPD's

20-08-14, 10:12 AM

I have double sided...easier but you always have to wear the shoes then as trainers just slip and feel wrong

kaivalagi · 20-08-14, 11:32 AM

I have the single sided SPD pedals on my commuter bike, currently I always wear normal shoes/trainers to get out and about to do things so it makes sense, I don't even have any SPD shoes right now but will do shortly for the more recreational riding. If the bike was just for riding and not getting on with daily chores too then I would have double sided pedals but it's not so I need a side of the pedal I can use with normal footwear

I use these Shimano M324 things now:

maviczap · 20-08-14, 11:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bobbleheadbarne

I have double sided...easier but you always have to wear the shoes then as trainers just slip and feel wrong

Agreed, for commuting & general riding you can get adapter plates.

One pair of my SPD's came with them.

Just do a Google search for them.

These are new & seem simpler to put on & remove than the alternatives, although a bit on the expensive side.

http://www.bikedabs.com/shop/shimano-spd/

kaivalagi · 20-08-14, 12:42 PM

If only I knew those existed before!

16-08-14, 01:33 PM	#3641
Kenzie Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Ipswich, Suffolk Posts: 818	Re: The Cycling Thread Just upgraded the brakes on the Gryphon. Gone are the poor cheap calipers and cables and they have been replaced with Shimano M355 hydraulics. Just got to bed them in but they are already feeling much better than the cables I pulled off. __________________ Flickr https://www.flickr.com/photos/39887875@N06/

17-08-14, 11:55 AM	#3642
maviczap Member Mega Poster Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 9,096	Re: The Cycling Thread Well if I didn't have so many bikes I'd buy this straight away as a training bike. Full carbon frame, Shimano Sora groupset, Shimano wheels & Ritchey handlebars & stem for £399! I don't know the brand, but I guess the frame will be made in Taiwan where most of them are made, so it'll be fine. http://www.argos.co.uk/static/Produc...er/3324518.htm Only 22 & 23 in frames available, but it'll do for most people __________________ We're riding out tonight to case the promised land Make everyday count RIP Reeder - Jolly Green Giant and comedy genius Last edited by maviczap; 17-08-14 at 11:57 AM.

17-08-14, 05:15 PM	#3643
kaivalagi Member Mega Poster Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Norwich Posts: 1,955	Re: The Cycling Thread wow, thanks dirt cheap....I'm tempted not because I need it but because the price is THAT good! 22"/56cm just right for my size too I think... __________________ Mark Triumph and Suzuki owner Last edited by kaivalagi; 17-08-14 at 05:18 PM.

17-08-14, 05:28 PM	#3644
maviczap Member Mega Poster Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 9,096	Re: The Cycling Thread Yes, if I thought I could sell it either as a complete bike or as parts for more than that I'd buy it today. __________________ We're riding out tonight to case the promised land Make everyday count RIP Reeder - Jolly Green Giant and comedy genius

20-08-14, 07:54 AM	#3645
MisterTommyH Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: West Mids Posts: 854	Re: The Cycling Thread It's took nearly a month, but I've finally decided to ditch the dual sided pedels (spds one side and flat onthe other) because it was annoying to keep having to rotate the pedel everytime I unclipped at a junction or something. 520's arrive today so hopefully no more of that.

20-08-14, 09:29 AM	#3646
maviczap Member Mega Poster Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 9,096	Re: The Cycling Thread Yep, double side are the way to go with SPD's __________________ We're riding out tonight to case the promised land Make everyday count RIP Reeder - Jolly Green Giant and comedy genius

20-08-14, 10:12 AM	#3647
bobbleheadbarne Guest Posts: n/a	Re: The Cycling Thread I have double sided...easier but you always have to wear the shoes then as trainers just slip and feel wrong

20-08-14, 11:32 AM	#3648
kaivalagi Member Mega Poster Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Norwich Posts: 1,955	Re: The Cycling Thread I have the single sided SPD pedals on my commuter bike, currently I always wear normal shoes/trainers to get out and about to do things so it makes sense, I don't even have any SPD shoes right now but will do shortly for the more recreational riding. If the bike was just for riding and not getting on with daily chores too then I would have double sided pedals but it's not so I need a side of the pedal I can use with normal footwear I use these Shimano M324 things now: __________________ Mark Triumph and Suzuki owner Last edited by kaivalagi; 20-08-14 at 11:36 AM.

20-08-14, 12:42 PM	#3650
kaivalagi Member Mega Poster Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Norwich Posts: 1,955	Re: The Cycling Thread If only I knew those existed before! __________________ Mark Triumph and Suzuki owner

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