Modern 1x drivetrain upgrade recommendations for 90’s MTB commuter build11mo ⋅ Vhsflicker ⋅ r/bikewrench
I put some emergency money in my handlebars and now i can't get it out. any bright ideas to help me? moneys is a tiny zip lock wedged towards the top1yr ⋅ treezinaforest ⋅ r/bikewrench
In the last few weeks, my front wheel brake (rim brake) goes thump thump thump while braking. I checked it tonight and found the left side seam is a bit wider than the right side. Is it done for?1yr ⋅ sylvaing ⋅ r/bikewrench
Isn’t there supposed to be some kind of tube through this to prevent the cable from touching the frame? I have no idea what to search for in order to buy it or some.1yr ⋅ guttural_clicking ⋅ r/bikewrench
Looking for some recommendations on wiiiiiiiide 650b slicks—details in comments!3yr ⋅ Henrique_Lucas ⋅ r/bikewrench
Considering purchasing this bike - are these kind of brakes reliable? Can they be replaced with v-brakes?1yr ⋅ Snuffvieh ⋅ r/bikewrench
Tried my hand at wheelbuilding. I was on final tensioning when the rim suddenly warped. More detail in comments.3yr ⋅ squirrelchaser1 ⋅ r/bikewrench
Just picked up an old hardrock that I'm gonna be working on. Open to recommendations for tires and handle bars, looking to make it more gravel oriented3yr ⋅ SamReppert ⋅ r/bikewrench
I put L on LEFT crank, and R on RIGHT crank, still L pedal fell off after 150m test ride?3mo ⋅ mazarax ⋅ r/bikewrench
I'm building this dumb bike coming from a 700c road bike with Tiagra 4700 mainly for commuting and grocery getting. There's a 12-28 on it now. Would a Deore FC-M5100-1 crankset give me nice ratios for this purpose?3yr ⋅ kimjongunhtsunhts ⋅ r/bikewrench
is this something i can fix or am i screwed? (for context, it came shipped to me like this)2yr ⋅ lewdstoned ⋅ r/bikewrench
I just bought a vintage peagot, what is this silver circle thing for?1yr ⋅ Bellsbooks_ ⋅ r/bikewrench
Why does my chain hit the ground on rough landings? (2 month old sram NX Eagle)3yr ⋅ rg422 ⋅ r/bikewrench
Just found out I’ve been riding my trek fuel ex 9.8 for atleast 6 months without one of the linkage bolts6mo ⋅ AdoredJester95 ⋅ r/bikewrench
Has anyone ever seen this before? I was maybe 30 miles into a 35 mile ride and heard a CRACK! I made it home and found this... it might be 5 or 6 years old... maybe 10k miles3yr ⋅ stevegannonhandmade ⋅ r/bikewrench
Looking for a replacement lever with 6 indents for easier blind shifting. Worth it?3yr ⋅ JWGhetto ⋅ r/bikewrench
Lateral play difference between exact same KMC chain with ~3k commuting miles and a new replacement.4yr ⋅ Midtown_Barnacle ⋅ r/bikewrench
Had a nasty crash the other day. Over the handlebars at 25mph. Scapula is broken, but what about the bike?3yr ⋅ brownshout ⋅ r/bikewrench
I just moved this groupset onto a new bike. Is the old chain too short? It’s making a grinding noise in this gear3yr ⋅ Ganelon01 ⋅ r/bikewrench
Got myself a Christmas present (torque wrench set) - Any tips and tricks for using them well?3yr ⋅ PickerPilgrim ⋅ r/bikewrench
I've got one lonely screw/boss under my down tube. What is it for?11mo ⋅ HanKomTillStanIFjol ⋅ r/bikewrench
3 year old steel bike. What is this? Will it get worse if i leave as it is?1yr ⋅ kepalaotakkau ⋅ r/bikewrench
Found this rather old (1967 is stamped in the metal) Brooks saddle in a garage. To my untrained eye it looks basically unused. But, given the age, is there anything to be wary of or any special care needed?2yr ⋅ n_eff ⋅ r/bikewrench
Got this old bike of my dad’s. New tires, pedals, grips, and brakes on. Thinking of rebuilding the shocks, is it worth it and also how hard is it?3yr ⋅ Indig012 ⋅ r/bikewrench
Just had a small crash and my handlebars are slightly bent from it, I assume I should just buy new ones as it isn't really fixable?2yr ⋅ aZiK68 ⋅ r/bikewrench
Would you fix this chain stay crack on a steel frame if it was worth saving?1yr ⋅ fueled_by_donuts ⋅ r/bikewrench
Bought a used frame a few months back but haven't built it up. Thought I did a thorough look over. This is a crack, no? If so, repairable right?3yr ⋅ zonaut ⋅ r/bikewrench
So my GRX 400 rear derailleur jockey wheels became ninja stars and I cant get some new GRX specific ones. Will other shimano jockey wheels also work?3yr ⋅ Gannes ⋅ r/bikewrench
I removed a thorn from my tubeless tire, to discover a small hole with air escaping from. I spun the wheel for a few seconds, and the selant filled the hole. Should I do anything else now?1yr ⋅ IsidoreIsou666 ⋅ r/bikewrench
Is my Chainring Worn? it starts jumping at bigring with my new 11spd chain2mo ⋅ DRUGGED_A_DICK ⋅ r/bikewrench
Shifting was getting worse. After lubricating everything I finally decided to pull the cable. Pictured is what I found inside the Shimano 105 integrated shifter. Shredded literally down to one strand. This happened either at the shop or the factory. Have you seen anything like this?2yr ⋅ valuedminority ⋅ r/bikewrench
Ended up in deep water on a flooded bike trail. Preemptive grit-cleaning recos for hubs & bb?3yr ⋅ turbotad ⋅ r/bikewrench
Blow out THROUGH a patch. I assume the cause is low quality patches. Has anyone experienced this before?1yr ⋅ bobroxs ⋅ r/bikewrench
Hollowtech 2 tool is too big for tektro centerlock ring. I cant find the right tool, someone please help2yr ⋅ SoEatTheMeek ⋅ r/bikewrench
Dont laugh. I overtoqued to 5Nm them and tried using a screw extractor with no luck. Any ideas?1yr ⋅ bartolo2000 ⋅ r/bikewrench
Was scrolling through FB market place and came across this, good deal?3mo ⋅ Dinosaurtattoo11315 ⋅ r/bikewrench
Can someone recommend me a decent alloy 26” wheel set for my gfs vintage hardrock. Preferably not a freewheel. Looking to modernize the drivetrain a little as well.2yr ⋅ Steezinandcheezin ⋅ r/bikewrench
I guess I’m screwed ? 2nd time this has happened on my Alaska to Argentina ride... don’t travel on gravel across continents with an aluminium frame and a rear rack (only 10kg on the rack)1yr ⋅ Maxkirit_Original ⋅ r/bikewrench
Shock issues. Can’t get it to maintain pressure after following setup instructions.3yr ⋅ igotsbeaverfever ⋅ r/bikewrench
Went to change a tube on 5+ yr old road bike, is this some sort of sealant or the inner tire that crumbled?3yr ⋅ 2blong ⋅ r/bikewrench
Built up this single speed commuter hack bike from a frame my dad found in a hedge, it is a fondriest, but does anyone know the model?4yr ⋅ lucvh ⋅ r/bikewrench
Hi all. I tried to find something about this fork in the web - but I failed! Can you help me?1yr ⋅ sneezemyname ⋅ r/bikewrench
The mechanic thay did up my rotors overtightened my bolts to the point of then destroying my t25 wrench, and also destroying itself. What do I do now? It is super tight, tighter than even 3 year old ungreased pedal bolts.3yr ⋅ WhisperingSkrillRyan ⋅ r/bikewrench
Just got a campag wheelset and there's a missing tooth in the smallest sprocket. Seller claims it's a feature that helps shifting, but it def looks broken. Is it broken? Should I get a new cassette?2mo ⋅ jonfru ⋅ r/bikewrench
Is the lenght of the chain right on my bike (pic related) based on RD position?3yr ⋅ thereisloveinus ⋅ r/bikewrench
Slammed my bottom bracket of my carbon frame on a concrete bench. First time carbon owner, hate to be that guy, but is this bad lol 😬4yr ⋅ Coldpartofthepillow ⋅ r/bikewrench
Second tire to do this to me.....27x1-1/4” road tire. What am I doing wrong?2yr ⋅ PM_ME_BEWBS_123 ⋅ r/bikewrench
The hell is this? Prader? Shresta? I have a combo bike pump and neither holes fit...3yr ⋅ RonnieF_ingPickering ⋅ r/bikewrench
How do you guys clean your microfiber rags? Is it okay to do it in the laundry machine? Thanks!2yr ⋅ jjjcks ⋅ r/bikewrench
Is this appropriate cable routing? the original rear cable was missing when I got this and this is the best I can figure.1yr ⋅ jayswood ⋅ r/bikewrench
I’ve sinned. Titanium spindle in sram cranks. Salt water from gritting. Please help!2yr ⋅ jstknwn ⋅ r/bikewrench
Should I remove the material by myself with a file or return the wheelset?3mo ⋅ getjayced ⋅ r/bikewrench
What do I need to buy to change this sled into a bike that can climb? 2020 giant reign sx2yr ⋅ I_love_buttts ⋅ r/bikewrench
Just picked up this old Worksman front loader. Looking for recommendations for a parking brake. Also, is there such thing as an IGH hub with drum brake that can accommodate the heavy duty 11ga spokes?2yr ⋅ motorbacon ⋅ r/bikewrench
how the hell do I seat this? it's far too tight and even with bike levers and if I push too much it just unseats the rest.1yr ⋅ captainvelcro1 ⋅ r/bikewrench
Anybody use a more reasonably priced version of this handlebar stabilizer from Park Tool?1yr ⋅ Gino-Bartali ⋅ r/bikewrench
Both wheels throwing up a lot of mud even with fender extension installed. Is there something wrong with the tyres maybe?1yr ⋅ JunoReactor666 ⋅ r/bikewrench
How a rubber band, some cable and some housing can help with wheel truing.4yr ⋅ anotherFNnewguy ⋅ r/bikewrench
Bought a 1930s tandem frame with the idea of l restoring it. I have absolutely no idea what I'm doing so will be doing some googling etc, but was wondering if anybody had any tips or ideas on where to start? Lots of outer rust but the general structure is fine.3yr ⋅ 1930standem ⋅ r/bikewrench
universal brake levers: what position should the cable be in for use with rim caliper brakes?1yr ⋅ WinstonPolyclef ⋅ r/bikewrench
I scratched my frame a while a go and now it's became this. What the hell do I do?1yr ⋅ johann641 ⋅ r/bikewrench
What's the best way to attach this fender to a vertical hole? Drill into fender or bend the vertical piece?1yr ⋅ friendlysnowgoon ⋅ r/bikewrench
Accidentally put new tyre with wrong rotation direction. Can i just flip whole rim?2yr ⋅ IslandEasy ⋅ r/bikewrench
Is my 14t jockey wheel the wrong size? The chain doesn’t sit on it. 10sp Advent X1yr ⋅ DustbinMan ⋅ r/bikewrench
Powdercoater has sanded my headset tube, I can now push in my headset by hand. Is it totally screwed or will it be rideable?2yr ⋅ TanTaDar ⋅ r/bikewrench
Crack made worse during rejected warranty inspection, is it worth complaining? (More in comments)4yr ⋅ bikesphotosmusic ⋅ r/bikewrench
Volunteering to fix up donated bikes to give away to folks in need. Director says this is probably fine, people overreact to cracks in sidewall. To me this looks pretty F'ed. What do you think?1yr ⋅ jaspy_cat ⋅ r/bikewrench
105 crank snapped pushing off from junction. Recently serviced bike. 5mo out of manufacuter warranty... Has this happened to anyone else? Could it be from over-torquing?2yr ⋅ vegpedal ⋅ r/bikewrench
Fucked? Drill fell off toolbox. Shanked tire. Can’t afford a replacement and the shop I got it from is an hour and a half away. Suggestions?2mo ⋅ Interesting-Youth-87 ⋅ r/bikewrench
Small metal shard on disc brake making loud noise. Am I good to try and file it down? loosening brakes doesn't clear the metal shard.3yr ⋅ callumdingley ⋅ r/bikewrench
any tips on centering stems? It always takes me ages before it feeling right1yr ⋅ headux ⋅ r/bikewrench
Is this normal for a new bike? Crank arm touching front wheel when turning.1yr ⋅ WalrusEggs ⋅ r/bikewrench
First park tool purchase. This shouldn’t happen, right? Any tips for removing a super stuck pedal?1yr ⋅ TheMysticalBaconTree ⋅ r/bikewrench
