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The point wasn't about the chain (although some are directional), but the quick-link you might be using? The curve of the quick-link has to correspond with the curve of the chainwheel when the chain goes around it. That ensures it's the right way up/around, when it gets to the cassette. If it...

You know if Heaven exists, you won't be going there, dontcha? ;):D:D

I mistakenly thought the chain had been checked. [Duh.] Or maybe it has? But maybe not with a good tool? It's easy to see why L/L would say the cassette is toast. Those teeth look like they've been peened by the chain. That must have taken some doing. Hard to imagine the chain is in good...

Exactly. It either started off loose, or started off damaged failing to stay locked in place. How could anyone fit a rear wheel and not notice the cassette slopping around? I wonder what shape the freehub shell is in? No report of damage when the cassette was removed so...

That's a bit cruel ..... ;) :D The OP HAD to be using high torque, because the symptoms as described were only present when "high" torque was used? I did think the cassette would be tightened, but might only be true of a freewheel. The lockring on a cassette if not tightened enough might be...

That would be me. Two or three washes in white spirit. Air dry or use hairdryer. Overnight soak in chain saw anti-fling oil. I wouldn't be able to sleep at night, with jockey wheels on my bike that gummed up. ;) :D Even if you can, you might want to consider replacing what is left of your...

"This electric bikes includes a 5yr warranty on the frame, 2yr warranty on all the electrics and 1yr warranty on the components." Contrary to the conspiracy theorists (which would usually include me), other than a bent derailleur (user error) all the other problems are -or should be- taken care...

Not that I own bikes that might be of interest to thieves, but I've found the best way to prevent theft is to stay on the bike I'm out on, all the time. Not that I see many people while I'm out, but I do sometimes ride by a permanent facility for a group who might move their homes around the...

Surely the reason the cycle industry is in so much trouble, is the three pronged attack on profits? Possibly a box shifter (bike shifter) like Evans could make money if it had kept the stock it advertised? Rather like Halfords today, you pretty much buy online and collect in store. Both...

I would suggest contamination is very much about chance. It's not like any of us purposely ride through pools of oil. You've got to be fairly unfortunate to have your rim brakes contaminated, but where would you think greater risk will occur? Two large rings of material never more than 50mm from...

I'm the same. The world is a much better place in my little bubble. :D :D I agree the use of disc brakes over rim brakes. I won't use rim brakes on a non-motorised bike, despite half the worlds bicycles still using them. Apart from anything else like maintenance, wear on rims.... The potential...

Looks like a job I would have to pay someone else to do .... Don't try this ....... A very satisfying end to the video ...

The same bike advertised on Amazon, says the "one size" frame is 17". If you are 5'10" I would expect that to be a tad on the the tight side. Sports Direct didn't let you return bikes to local stores either. You can have them delivered to a local store, but returns (at your cost) have to go back...

You are right about rudeness, and I would add arrogance. There are many people here who are willing to help, and one or two who want to bathe in their own self-glory. In my view, an individual who seeks to belittle someone asking for advice, is a bully. It seems you may have stumbled across...

You did a very good/generous thing, taking in a mature and sick cat. Actually, quite a brave thing to do too. I'm sure Miss Molly was grateful for every minute you gave her.

I swear my cat could understand human speech, and would innocently climb up your leg if there some chance of curry to be had. I nursed him, hand feeding him sometimes, for a year before he just about gave up eating. I had the vet come to the house, and my friend was euthanised while he was...

Given a choice between bumping up/down a kerb, or rolling into a pot hole with or without cheap front suspension, my wrists are glad for some give in the initial shock from either, provided by my cheap front suspension. You are right, in that front suspension forks undoubtedly add weight. You...

Having read this thread from end-to-end, I think that is a wise choice. Earlier in the year I went through the same multitude of options, and got good advice from the members here. I know a little more, and when my back stops feeling like a grenade has gone off in it, I plan to continue my...

100% agree. My diesel car really doesn't like 20mph. I had some experience of driving a small petrol engined car in June, weaving through the streets of London. Was not much easier, and very fuel inefficient. With stopping for lights at roads junctions, I managed 9 miles in 40 minutes. That's...

In my experience, this is going to be the case, nothing else. 40 years ago, CB radios (an American import) was quite the rage amongst us (then young) folk. Some had home equipment, but the great bulk of my social group, had radios in the their cars. These systems were completely illegal, and...