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  1. Dave02

    Avoid Chimney Rock sat

    Trail runners race sat. Looks like ball field side (yellow and orange trails) https://runsignup.com/Race/NJ/Martinsville/ChimneyRock5
  2. Dave02

    Body Armor / protection

    Looking for recommendations for thin, lightweight armor- the kind that fits under a jersey. There are several out there, but I'm specifically looking for it to protect ribs and kidneys- chest and back not really required. Most I've seen include heavy chest and back protection, but don't protect...
  3. Dave02

    Press Release: Washington Valley Park Patrols (Chimney Rock)

    Copied from Bridgewater Police Department post: Press Release: Washington Valley Park Patrols. Bridgewater, NJ - During the month of June, the Bridgewater Township Police Department was made aware of illegal activities at Washington Valley Park, which includes the Chimney Rock Reservoir and...
  4. Dave02

    Problems bleeding Shimano M6000 Brakes with worn pads.

    My brakes were getting very soft (lever goes to handlebar) so I bled the brakes. With the yellow bleed block in place- the lever was nice and firm after the bleed. Once the wheel was installed and the worn pads were installed, the lever was very soft- pumping the brakes didn’t help. I know that...
  5. Dave02

    Eagle GX Cassette wear

    My Eagle GX cassette (XG-1275) is 4 months old, 450 miles. This is from a new bike so the chain has the same mileage. From the picture, it appears that either the chain is stretched or the cassette worn. The chain isn’t even close to .5% stretch on my Park CC-3.2indicator. The 50T in this...
  6. Dave02

    Bike Rack- Thule DoubleTrack Pro (9054)- new. SOLD

    New in box- never opened. 2 bike hitch mount platform rack. 1.25” or 2” hitch. Online everywhere for $350. Details / specs / reviews in links below. Received as a warranty replacement for an obsolete model- box has not been opened...
  7. Dave02

    Key Found- Chimney Rock

    Key found on yellow by the reservoir. Very distinctive. PM with description if yours.
  8. Dave02

    Link required w/ 11-42 cassette?

    I've heard that a link is not required on SRAM RD's but are for Shimano. I'll be using a SRAM GX 10 speed, medium cage with a 11-42 cassette. Will the link result in better chain-wrap? Here's the cassette with link...
  9. Dave02

    Seeking Public Input for ‘Walk, Bike, Hike Somerset County’ Transportation Study"

    from Bridgewater FB Page: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Seeking Public Input for ‘Walk, Bike, Hike Somerset County’ Transportation Study Connecting Vibrant Communities SOMERVILLE – Somerset County Freeholder Director Patrick Scaglione announces the launch of an exciting initiative to improve bike and...
  10. Dave02

    Finish Line tubeless sealant

    Anyone try the new Finish Line tire sealant? Supposedly it lasts the life of the tire- doesn’t dry out. I’m getting a wheel repaired at Pops Bike Shop and they recommended it.
  11. Dave02

    Columbia Trail- Teal singletrack

    Anyone ever take the trail up the mountain off the Columbia Trail just west of the old rail bridge crossing the river? It’s 2.5 miles east of High Bridge, 500 ft on the left before the bridge, marked with teal markers- doesn’t show on any map’s that I’ve seen. It’s about a 350’ elevation gain in...
  12. Dave02

    Mavic Crossride FTS-X wheel- thoughts?

    Looking for a budget 29” rear wheel. Thinking of a Mavic Crossride FTS-X? One of my concerns is that it has only 24 spokes, 2x lacing. I ride Chimney Rock mostly, so it needs to hold up to that terrain. Ideally I’d want: 32 spokes, 3x, cartridge bearings. Even better would be straight...
  13. Dave02

    FH-M475 hub with M525 axle?

    I need to replace the axle on my FH-M475 front hub- I know- low end stuff. For about the same $ I can buy the complete hub and steal the axle, cones, etc to replace on the existing hub- I don’t want to relace the wheel so I’m keeping the hub. Is the 525 (or other) model compatible- will the...
  14. Dave02

    Garmin Edge Explore 820 help

    I just got a Garmin Edge Explore 820 and have some questions. Didn’t have much time to play with it due to the weather. Yes, I downloaded and used the maps from http://www.mtbnj.com/forum/threads/garmin-800-every-park-in-nj-map-overlay-you-need-this.25620/ Thanks! How do I make the trails...
  15. Dave02

    Chimney Rock closed wednesdays jan 6 till feb 10

    Chimney Rock closed wednesdays jan 6 till feb 10 due to hunting... http://patch.com/new-jersey/bridgewater/deer-hunt-begin-bridgewater-tomorrow-0?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=facebook&utm_term=outdoors&utm_campaign=recirc&utm_content=aol
  16. Dave02

    Freewheel body for Shimano M475

    I need to replace the freewheel body on my Shimano M475 hub. This is from a cheap hub (<$30). Rather replacing it for the same low end freewheel body, I'd like to know if there is an inexpensive upgrade that is compatible. Googling around, I see the freewheel body for the M525 hub shows that...
  17. Dave02

    ¼” torque wrench with ½” socket

    The top cap of my forks call for a 24mm socket torqued to 65 in-lbs (7.3 Nm). Torque wrenches that low are ¼” drive. The 24 mm sockets are ½” drive, as a large socket is typically for higher torque. Socket adapters typically allow a larger wrench on a smaller socket (1/2” drive to 3/8”...
  18. Dave02

    Gunk with ProLink chain lube

    Yeah I know- tons of info and reviews on ProLink around, but here’s my deal. I’ve been using Prolink exclusively. Clean the chain, lube with ProLink using the Finish Line no drip luber, back-peddle a minute to work it in, rag off the excess. After a dry-day ride at 6 Mile, the outside of the...
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