Recent content by CatLeChat

Thanks all!

Currently got the original brake levers on my (beloved) 90s Dawes Galaxy but I have tiny hands so they're a little big to reach and if I'm changing them anyway I would like levers with a quick release so I can get the wheels off a bit easier. I've done some googling but I can't find much that...

Thanks both! The combination of very triangular and very cut off ones was confusing me

My big chainring on my new Galaxy looks spectacularly worn now I've cleaned the crud off it, so two questions. 1. This is spectacularly worn, rather than some sort of clever tooth shape to help shifting, right? I can't find high-res enough pictures of the Shimano RSX triple/a similar...

I've had the callipers out, so I'm clear on the bar size at least!

They also don't like that I have index shifters and an obviously modern saddle on an 80s Falcon, so I thought it might be them being annoyed at me not keeping it original, because woe betide anyone making their bike comfortable to ride 🙃 Hope you enjoy yours when you get it! So far mine has...

It's my first post so please be kind to me! What are people's thoughts on 2 bolt handlebar clamps? I've had someone tell me they're 'not good' and I should stick to a traditional one bolt clamp but didn't specify why and I can't find much info on them. Is it a looks thing or are they less...