Recent content by Jimmy2021

Yes, correct. If you see a mad mountain biker on a Scapin in parks, woodland and riversides in west London, that's me 😂

Hi everyone, I want to clean and wax my matt frame so to protect it from wet rides in winter. I've never waxed a matt finished surface, so my question is: can it be done without ruining the paint? When I say wax, I mean the car wax that makes the paint waterproof. Thanks

I'm thinking of fitting here the Rock Shox SID that I can't use on my Scapin. What do you think?

Hi everyone, just updating the thread. I got my hands on a Specialized stem and bar, I fitted it and it's as comfortable as the previous one for me and my son.

Ok, I'll look for another fork. Thanks.

I've messaged Danson, thanks. What did you find difficult with the homemade press and extractor?

Ok, next idea. My friend suggested this and I fail to understand why it won't be suitable considering that it goes down the tube by 43mm and tightens at 360⁰. Thoughts please...

I know, but for my size bike I would need a 250mm steerer which is very uncommon. That's why I was looking for a solution to use this SID which is in very good conditions.

Ok, I measured the steerer walls and they're indeed too thin to be threaded. So, next idea... As far as some posters said, the steerer tube is pressed in the fork. Anyone tried removing it with a thick threaded rod and steel tube (M20 I'm thinking as internal diameter is 22mm) and then press a...

Hi everyone, back from a trip to Italy, I was talking to my cousin, a keen road cyclist, and he said they extend steerer tubes all the time by threading them. He drew this for me... He said that once tightened with red thread lock, it never comes out again. Steel steerers can also be welded...

If you ever happened to be around west London you can try both of mine!

No, can't find it. The number 1790 grams springs to mind. Could it be possible?

I did and I thought I posted it but I didn't. Can't find the post.

Update: I fitted my favourite panaracer tyres and went for a proper ride today. This bike is absolutely amazing. The frame flexes on rough terrain and bends and it feels like I have rear suspensions. Also, this fork is great, same level as my bomber on my other scapin but somehow it cancels the...

Funds are limited and the boss is about to kick me out if I get any more bike related parcels 😂😂😂