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Oh, I forgot that I also have an 80mm Kore Race stem if anyone is interested. It's over-sized (31.8??). Brand new in box for 20 quids. It's white.
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I had that problem and I changed my pedals, the stock ones are grim, cheap and nasty, but I found that the 'clanking' came from the free wheel, (thats assuming you haven't had her fixed yet) you could try feeding lithium grease into the free wheel mechanism see if it makes any difference, I had to replace mine as there was too much grit in it, you can service them but you need a special tool to get to the bearings even Sheldon brown recommends no even bothering with that as its waaaaaaay fiddly.
I'm taking my new Flyer in today with exactly the same sound/issue. I suspected the freewheel, as I'd had the same problem with my Charge from brand-new too. It's a real 'regular' sound, almost like a clock ticking. Only when pedalling reasonably hard too.
I swapped my Charge over to the fixed side, and the noise disappeared, so I'm getting a cog today, but still think they should fix/replace the f/w too!
**Just back from the as yet un-named bike shop. The manager took a look and even went for a ride, but couldn't hear anything! I explained that it was probably due to the wind in his ears, and that I wasn't in the habit of making things up. But he still wouldn't replace the f/w, even after another member of staff took it for a spin and could definitely hear the same thing. The managers advice was to let the chain-set "bed in". So I'll have to take it back in a week, when it's less windy. ;o)
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Wheel sold now too, thanks marco.
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I have the following as-new parts available for sale:
1 pair Shimano 600 brake levers SOLD
1x Genesis 6061 Alu bar
1x Genesis 6061 Stem (120mm / 26.0)
1x Genesis RD2 Saddle (CrMo rails / white)
30 quid the lot, ono. Offers considered for individual bits.I also have 1x used front wheel from Charge Freestyler '08. Think the spec is something like:
Formula TH-51 hub (small flange / loose-ball)
A350 deep-v rim (it's really green!)
The wheel has been used for 8 months commuting, but it's true and I serviced the bearings at the end of Winter. Rest of bike stolen 2 weeks ago.
20 quid for the wheel. SOLDCan't post pics at the moment, but will post them tonight if necessary.
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I'm well-keen to get rid of my pedals too - only had the bike a few days and already they seem a bit flaky. But then I am very heavy, and very strong! ;)
Picked up a Spank Lounge riser bar from ukbikestore and also grabbed a 50mm Spank stem too. Will see which length I like best and offer the other one up for sale.
Anyone want the old Genesis stem / bars / levers / saddle? Make me an offer for all, or individually. Will post them in a new thread as soon as I'm free of my nursery training wheels.
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get risers you find comfortable
as no 2 people are the same
i suggest easton risers
then go for a stem thats the right size for you
which you should knowIt's a new frame size/geometry for me compared to my last bike, so apologies for not knowing what stem I should use for my height...and I'm almost certain that you could find 2 people who like the same setup, you're just being cynical! :)
So, I've gone with a Kore 80mm stem, and am still looking for a white 50mm riser - thinking of the Spank Lounge Bar. I picked up a set of Gold Finger levers too.
To kevinsays - I stole your idea and got a spoon too. Thank you, from the heart of my bottom.
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that sounds about right then. reckon I should go maybe 70mm with rise-bars. Can then tweak a little bit longer/shorter if necessary by changing the sweep of the bar.
I like the look of the cross-top levers - hadn't come across them before. A little more $$ than the dirty harry but they look nice and simple. I kinda like the Eclat Swift levers too.
I still have the frame - just made some mods to the front end so had some bits to get rid of.
This looks like a frame-only price new: http://www.ukbikesdepot.com/products.php?plid=m5b7s25p2622&rs=gb