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Miche BB's are shit, never again.

Unlucky... I can never understand everyone's problem with the Miche BB though. Mine is in, not worn, not damaged from installation, never unscrewed itself, been running for almost 2 years on 2 different bikes, still nice and smooth. I would buy another. I wouldn't say I was an expert on BB installation, either... Anyhow, not a dig at you, just a headscratcher for me.

Is Casino still there? It's been a while and I don't skate anymore.

Rieley whereabouts are you? In the city? I was in Charnwood really.

I grew up near Loughborough. Rode fixed a few times around Leicestershire when I was at home visiting my parents, but never saw anyone else- it was all MTB and roadies. Anyhow, I'll drop by if there's rides or polo next time I'm back home.

If he made it from scratch, why did he use road frame drop outs over track ends?!
Even so, a great build for a 14 year old!

• supplied with derailler hangers and mudguard eyes to maximise options.
  
  
  

Flexibility FTW (assuming it is built only for road use).

Yeah, there's always a hundred changes you can make to any bike. Agreed, the bars would blatantly look better on a lo-pro, but they give me the hand positions I want so meh... It's really hard to get hold of the Moser seat posts - I tried (worldwide) and gave up. The only thing it came with was a Dura Ace headset, which I can only assume wasn't original either so there's nothing purist about it, but it's not a museum piece, it's something to enjoy riding

Then there isn't a problem. Aesthetics be damned.

Hi. This is the beginning of my new project

Go for a threadless headset/stem combo on that frame.

;-)

ta.
it looks like it'll fit the rear of my bike, and i wants to go touring.

I think it just gives more clearance than this: http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=32817

Either way, it was pretty solid. I wouldn't recommend carrying that much weight though, if you're riding fixed and on hills- it wasn't a smart idea, though manageable for a few days.

whats the rear rack?

I'm not sure, it's something I borrowed off a friend. He mentioned it being for MTB use, and something about attaching to disc mounts, but that can't be right as it makes no sense. I'll go check.

(It's a Topeak Super Tourist DX Disc- one of these: http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?PartnerID=79&ModelID=32816

Nice and solid, no complaints).

The Quinn is lovely!

This is my Kingston carrying some extra weight in its touring setup. I haven't decided what to do with it next (obviously I'm not riding it like this every day) but it might get gears- though I would probably spring the stays to 130mm to take a modern wheelset, so it would be a one-way trip so to speak.

Edit 2: What is up with the photo; it keeps disappearing...

Cheers- I'll look for a 53mm basket and tamper.

Measure the inner diameter of the portafilter in mm?

Inner diameter of the portafilter looks like 54mm to me.

Thanks, that's what I thought. There seems to be a lack of information on this machine out there, but I'll keep going.

Edit: Maybe this ? http://coffeegeek.com/forums/espresso/machinemods/444677

So I take it the regular baskets will work fine with the machine?

Will likely go for the Tange option then, I've used a Levin before and was good as long as you used a good grease

No problems here using Finish Line Teflon grease.

1/3 less, 0.1mm taller, apparently :-)

Yeah; in fact I got mine from cyclebasket so that's the exact same thing. With CB's £6 delivery fee per order it's a false economy unless you're buying other stuff (like their super-cheap spokes)...

I have a portafilter question. (Please forgive/correct any misuse of the terminology as I am relatively new to making espresso at home). I have a DeLonghi Icona espresso machine with a pressurised portafilter. Is it possible to get a replacement basket for this machine so it's not pressurised? If so, how do I know what the important dimensions are?

Thanks.

I've run a tange headset (i believe it's the passage but I'm not 100% sure) for 16 months. only greased it once and it is still fine, without any noticeable problems. Honestly, I would recommend fitting something that actually fits, i.e. the Tange, rather than milling the headtube to fit the Campag. If it fits, it turns and it doesn't involve frame mutilation, and it costs £13, then the decision seems a no-brainer to me.

I saw Souljazz Orchestra last night. I've never listened to Afrobeat before but it was really good- can anyone recommend any further listening?

why are 6 music telling me every half hour about jeff beck's new album? i don't give a fuck about jeff beck or his new album. no-one gives a fuck about jeff beck do they? from the litle i know about him it's quite obvious that jeff beck doesn't give a fuck about jeff beck. stop telling me about jeff beck!

A friend and I, in San Francisco, were approached by a random guy. "Oh my god... you're Jeff Beck!" he said. My friend: "Yes, yes I am". The guy proceeds to get a mobile phone and start calling someone, saying to my friend "hey, Jeff, talk to my sister. oh my god, you're jeff beck..." etc. We had to make a swift getaway.

Thanks for the tip about kayak, Mattty. Looks good.

If you can deal with a mismatch and can't find the real thing: http://www.sjscycles.co.uk/category-Cranks--Left-895.htm

Riding through the city on my bike all day
Cause the filth took away my license
It doesn't get me down and I feel OK
Cause the sights that I'm seeing are priceless.

http://www.royce-uk.co.uk/

ok nearly double the price but not that expesnsive at £130 - so much nicer than phil woods

I rounded up.

Love it. Goldtecs would be a mistake though. I would go with royce's on ceramic / grey open pro's for maximum stealth.

But Royce stuff costs at least a billion pounds.

Wherever you normally ride, but at night.

^Serious reply.