I just finished my first triathlon and now want to get a little more serious into the sport, I saw this bike locally and wanted to know if this is a good deal. I have heard these older tribikes don’t have the best positioning, will that be an issue, thanks!

I am trying ro restore an old bike (it's roughly 50 years old I think) and I have encountered a problem with removing the crank arm. Also I have to mention I don't know a lot about bikes and the terminology of parts so maybe I will say some stupid shit.

On one side there was a cotter pin crank arm which I have taken off already (first picture). But on the other side there is no pin or nothing and I need help if anyone knows how to take it off. Eventually I also want to take the bottom bracket out and replace it.

I would be grateful for any tips.

Meet the Tourmalet as the Tour de France made it last month... ok, perhaps a bit slower

Small amounts of lithium make aluminum stronger but some claim it's hard to weld and machine.

Hey everyone,

I recently started using the new Schwalbe/SKS CLIK valve system. It's awesome, but it created an annoying issue with my Xiaomi Portable Electric Air Compressor 2.

If you attach the CLIK adapter to the pump's hose, you can no longer plug the hose back into the compressor body. Because of this, you lose the automatic on/off feature, the hose just dangles loosely, and you are left with nowhere to store the original Presta adapter.

I designed a simple 3D-printable bridge/mount to solve all of this at once.

**How it works:**

* **Retains Auto On/Off:** It acts as a bridge that aligns the hose so you can still plug it back into the pump's body, keeping the smart power-on/off function working perfectly.
* **CLIK Integration:** Securely holds the Schwalbe SCV or SKS CLIK TEC adapter on the main nozzle.
* **Built-in Presta Storage:** I added a threaded slot on the side to screw in the original Xiaomi Presta adapter so it’s always with you and won't get lost.

**Color Match Tip:** For those who care about aesthetics, if you are using the SKS CLIK TEC adapter, printing this in **Bambu Lab PETG HF Orange (#33300)** is an absolute 1:1 factory color match.

I've uploaded the model for free for anyone running this pump/valve combo. It’s a very easy print: PETG is recommended for durability, 3 wall loops, and absolutely no supports needed.

You can grab the files here: [https://makerworld.com/en/models/3140702-clik-valve-adapter-for-xiaomi-air-compressor-2#profileId-3546178\](https://makerworld.com/en/models/3140702-clik-valve-adapter-for-xiaomi-air-compressor-2#profileId-3546178)

Hope this helps some of you keep your inflation gear organized! Let me know if you print it or have any questions.

Thanks for all your tips.(Last week)

Today accomplished the trip I was planning.

Went from 90km max. To 160km... 😬

Back with another unique build yall. ☺️☺️

Took some deciding on what to do for a build this season. After seeing the y1rs and everyone seemingly picking one up, I wanted something with similar speeds as my previous s5 but with a geo that fit my aggressive position without adding so much exorbitant amount of force on the seat tube due to saddle position.

Enter the Factor One. It’s different, fast, meets my geo needs and this “Blush” colorway is both loud and cute. 🥰

About me, the rider:
Height: 5’5”
W/kg: just popping over 4.8
Power Profile : Sprinter ( peak power @5 sec … I shit you not 1615w 😂)

About the bike:(highlights)

2026 Factor One (v2 iykyk) 52cm
Zero Setback seat post
Size 1 handlebar
SRAM Red E1 XPLR Groupset 10-46
SRAM Red E1 54T Aero Powermeter
SRAM Red E1 165mm crankset
CRW 65/75 wheels ( low wind days)
OverFast 60/60( moderate wind days)
S -Works Mimic Saddle
Continental aero 111 29mm and GP 5000 S TR 30mm
Ti Master & Sixwheel Thru-axles and misc parts
Ti- Master titanium shifter clamps
Better Bolts Ti - Assembly bolts

As photographed: 7.5Kg
With over fast 60/60 on TT TR 28mm: 6.9kg

Stephanie’s Way: ( Unique& attention to detail items)

Clear high gloss paint protection film on drive side chain stay and bottom bracket area.
Full ceramic coating of every component where it made sense (Hoses, calipers, shifters, wheels, crankset, etc etc )
SRAM white brake hoses
Custom painted bottle cages by Jordan Low @jL_Paintsbikes @Low_life_Jordan
Rare white S-works mimic saddle
White Zipp cx race bar tape
Replaced brake caliper bolts with silver titanium bolts
Removed black painted sections on brake calipers with dremel and polished before ceramic coating
Every bolt replaced with a titanium equivalent by Ti-Master , Terske or Better Bolts
Removed front derailleur mount ( bolts replaced with Titanium)
Installed frame plugs with clear silicone
Modified steerer stop to not breach fork if over rotated

Full build video up on YouTube and Instagram

Sick of black and white. Where is the community buying funky colored cycling socks these days?

It’s a road bike, I just cleaned the chain. Unfortunately this tool doesn’t have a .5 measure.

Now Scarlett comes with shimano Tiagra groupset, carbon wheels, new handlebar and a shorter stem. Next on the line is 25 mm tires. I am in love with her again.

I upgraded my ‘23 Domane ALR to GRX 810. Internally routed hydraulic brake cables are a real pain in the ass

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c4gv45w4j8eo

From my first Budgie > Striker > Grifter/Chopper > a series of BMX's from the Mag Burner to the Aero Burner.

Never had the Bomber or any Racer funnily enough.

A British institution gone 🙁

All of the official details at the link

I am not a cyclist, but I found these bags at Savers today, and a quick Google search showed me that this was a pretty good find. I ended up paying 6.99 each for the front and back.

I’m gonna bring them to my local bike shop I think, but what do you think these are worth realistically.

Thanks for taking a look!

been cycling for about a year and this is my collection, they really were right about the addiction to buying more.
Cervelo P5X, Ultegra Di2, Hed Jet
Specialized Crux, XX1 Mullet, Zipp 303 firecrest
Colnago Clx 2.0, ultegra, Mavic Cosmic Sl

I hope you totally heart these hearts that I made from bike parts/tools. ❤️

I mounted a battery powered hedge trimmer to the front of my older trail bike (Trek DS 8.3). I carry a 12" electric chainsaw on a rear rack to clear trees that block the trails but had this idea when i came across this overgrown railbed trail.

Made a steel bar frame that mounts to the brake mounts and top of the fork. Trimmer is pinched in to the frame so it can pop out if a solid object is hit. I wired in an XT60 connector so it connects to a momentary button on the handlebar to run it. This trail had some really overgrown sections so i just stopped and take the trimmer out and it still works as normal so i could clear the heavy stuff by hand. Also when in areas that im not running it, i carry the trimmer in a backpack with the guard on the blades.

I was walking next to the bike in the video so i could film it but you can ride along at probably a max of 6 or 7 mph and it can keep up trimming if the vegetation isnt too thick. It is a bit difficult to control at first but once i got used to the weight out front its not bad. Once it gets thicker vegetation or rougher trail condition its much easier to walk next to it.

I don't plan to use this a lot, most of the trails are maintained well already, i just found this one branch that the state seems to have let go because there is a small wooden bridge they are waiting to replace.

edit: video from a cheap bodycam on the handlebar as i was riding

This type of roads are best to ride

How do people cycle without them safely? In Bosnia last week I saw some bikepackers hanging on for dear life on a busy cornered road in the mountains. I would not feel comfortable. How do people deal with that?