Anyone know anything about bikes?

Hehulk · Post by **Hehulk** » August 20th, 2006, 11:10

So, I'm trying to figure out what new break cables and pads I need for my bike to make it road worthy (since the weathers nice), but on the Shimano bikes section I can't see anything that looks like mine. Being completly new to this, I'm not sure what details I should be looking for on the bike to help me ID it so I get the right parts.

Help?

Fred Woogle · Post by **Fred Woogle** » August 20th, 2006, 11:57

what kind of breaks are they? break cables can sometimes be tricket to fit if I remember rightly. havn;t touched a bike in a couple of years though. but more info please.

Fred Woogle · Post by **Fred Woogle** » August 20th, 2006, 12:01

also what bike is it?

Post by **Dr. kitteny berk** » August 20th, 2006, 12:04

easiest way would be photos. *but*

do they look like this(v-brakes) or this (Cantilever brakes)

Then does the mounting stuff on the pads have bolts etc like this or are they straight bars like this

Cables are all much of a muchness, will run you a few quid an end for basic stuff.

Sheriff Fatman · Post by **Sheriff Fatman** » August 20th, 2006, 12:12

An easy option is to whip them off and take them down to the bike shop, they should be able to find you a match.

One thing I would suggest, if you are going to get new cables, is to buy the inner cable and the outer housing cable at the same time. Sticking a new cable in a knackered old outer will defeat the purpose.

At the very least give the old outer a good rince through will some light (spirit based) lubricant to flush out all the old dirt.

Post by **Dr. kitteny berk** » August 20th, 2006, 12:13

On thinking about it more, i should've got you to agree with me about eve before helping.

and i'm assuming you don't have disc brakes, if you do, photos will be needed to ID them.

Hehulk · Post by **Hehulk** » August 20th, 2006, 13:11

They're V-Brakes on a bolt fitting.

Also, I'm not re-starting that arguement. It got locked. Take a hint.

Cheers for the input though =)

EDIT: Oh, and I took my bike down the local ship. 2 mins later and I had new cables and pads. Cables are so lose that getting them off won't be a problem, and my neighbour use to race bikes alot so if I hit difficulty, I'll go ask him instead of Assuming Berk will be willing to help.

Also, I'm off on holiday tommorow

Post by **Dr. kitteny berk** » August 20th, 2006, 13:18

that? that was a joke*.

Any bike shop should have what you're after, you're looking about £8 an end for pads, 2 quid an end for cables for internals only, otherwise add a fiver for outers.

if you're being lazy www.chainreactioncycles.com is dead cheap and very fast

*and you *KNOW* it was locked for your protection

Loxy · Post by **Loxy** » August 22nd, 2006, 12:40

Is it just me, or does anyone else get the overwhelming feeling to answer the initial question of this thread: Does anyone know anything about bikes?

with:

A bicycle, or bike, can be defined generally as a pedal-driven human-powered vehicle with two wheels attached to a frame, one behind the other, or specifically according to the rules of the International Union of Cycling as having the seat more or less above the pedals. The latter definition excludes recumbent bicycles.

First introduced in 19th-century Europe, bicycles evolved quickly into the design pictured. Numbering over a billion worldwide, bicycles provide the principal means of transportation in many regions, are a popular form of recreation, and have been adapted for use in many other fields of human activity, including children's toys, adult fitness, military and local police applications, courier services, and cycle sports.

The basic shape and configuration of the bicycle's frame, wheels, pedals, saddle, and handlebars have hardly changed since the first chain-driven model was developed around 1885, although many important details have since been improved, especially since the advent of modern materials and computer-aided design. These have allowed for a proliferation of specialized designs for individuals who pursue a particular type of cycling.

The bicycle has affected history considerably, in both the cultural and industrial realms. In its early years, bicycle construction drew on pre-existing technologies; more recently, bicycle technology has, in turn, contributed ideas in both old and newer areas.

I just felt I had to explain that to Hehulk - to help him have a better understanding of bikes.

Oh and it's BRAKE, not BREAK.

/leaves the room, quietly shutting the door behind her...

Post by **Dr. kitteny berk** » August 22nd, 2006, 12:43

Loxy wrote:Oh and it's BRAKE, not BREAK.

THAT

just THAT.

Fred Woogle · Post by **Fred Woogle** » August 22nd, 2006, 13:03

Loxy wrote:Oh and it's BRAKE, not BREAK.

/leaves the room, quietly shutting the door behind her...

PostPosted: Sun Aug 20, 2006 13:01

^^^
my head was still on the pillow