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I completely agree, it would be great if there was a good spec mechanical groupset still available for road, something like 2x10, short and long cage mechs, fully rebuildable. I just don't think there is a market for it, I probably wouldn't buy it. We are already in a small minority of people who would actually want to understand and repair parts and it's an even smaller minority who would pay more for 'less'.

One thing that I think is driving the perception of planned obsolescence (that's getting harder and harder to type) is the reduction of product cycles. Companies are expected to update their bike every 2-3 years, either to be compatible with something, or to follow the latest geometry trends etc. It ends up in a race to be the first to release an ebike with new X motor or whatever and other more meaningful developments get left behind. This also creates a huge list of parts that you need to keep available for service which is a big cost for warehousing and distribution. We all had the hope that 3D printing would solve this for the world, and I think it is helping, but we can't solve everything with filament. It's great to see companies like Madrone keeping parts going, I hope they get some success.

I think a lot of the comments here are missing the point of planned obsolescence. Making something that is single use (non-replaceable batteries) is not planned obsolescence, it's just wasteful. A bike shop refusing to service pedals isn't planned obsolescence, it's high labour cost vs low manufacturing cost not making financial sense for the shop.

Most companies that sell their products based on performance or technology inevitably have to make things at the limit of what is possible in order to stay competitive. That then leads to a point where your average service technician isn't able to work on them due to lack of knowledge or appropriate equipment. It's the same with computers, cars and now starting to be bikes. Electronics are tiny, complex and the requirement to be waterproof makes them harder to access.
There is a new EU law which means batteries must be replaceable by the end consumer with limited tools. This will change some e-bike design, but not necessarily for the better in all cases in my opinion.

I am impressed that Shimano seem to be putting more effort into their mid-range groupsets (CUES etc) than churning out a new XTR every 2 years. Shimano's record of keeping a good supply of parts for legacy systems is also a good indicator for the longevity of those systems.

In general, I think design for manufacturing and design for repair should feature much higher on the priority list for brands. I think part of the problem is that a lot of designers are in the same boat as us, they don't know the intricacies of modern manufacturing or the problems repair technicians might face further down the line.

Having just watched a bit of the 50m rifle, I was intrigued by their suits. According to one Reddit thread, the suit would increase the average shooters score by 1 (out of 10). Not an insignificant improvement!

I've had a go on those Schwalbe valves. They are really good. It seems to combine the best of both common valve types. Easy to stick a pump on, really good flow, small profile... Not yet sure how they'll hold up to dirt and sealant.
But really, unless they convince other OEM manufacturers to get on board, it'll be a hard sell.

Really? It's £50 on BikeInn

Crikey that was a serious sprint. Very impressive to hold himself back the whole run knowing he had that in the locker.

Hulsroy as stock option on Starling builds :D

That doesn't matter, as both freehub bodies will fit over the axle of the wheel. Fulcrum catalogue says you need freehub Ro-202 for your wheels. Should be easy enough to find online.

It completely depends on the hose connection. If they've both got the same hose connection (Banjo or compression nut) then I would suggest:

1. Tilt the bike so the brake is the highest point.
   
2. Undo the banjo bolt or compression nut.
   
3. Replace caliper on frame.
   
4. Reinstall hose to new caliper.
   
   

If the new caliper is already bled, then you probably won't need to bleed them. If the new caliper doesn't have any fluid in it already, then do a gravity bleed.

I think if terms of bushing overlap and front to back stiffness, inverted forks have an advantage. Where they often lose out is in torsional stiffness. Maybe in a small wheel format this would be less of an issue, maybe on a bike where it's easy to oversteer it could make it worse?

She still is a great human ;) The work she does with her trade team is testament to that.
Amazing for her to get back on an olympic podium, well deserved.

No, but It looks like it's 2 piece. The ale pushes in from the right and locks in to some kind of octagonal interface on the left dropout, then a screw holds it in place and there's a pinch bolt on either side. Mega secure, but not sure what's the 'QR' feature.

I didn't think you could get 11spd XDR in 2x sizes?
What hub is it? We might be ableto help find the correct freehub.

Almost anything would work better than the stock ones. Having anodized stanchions already puts it in a good place. Can't get my head around the QR axle plus adapter system that it says they use.

I think that you'll have more success by just dropping the wheel out and walking each of the pistons out individually. A dab of oil on the outside probably won't do much as the seals should do their job and keep it all out.

He's said multiple times that MTB is what he enjoys most and wants a crack at DH. If road didn't pay the best I don't think he'd carry on not winning the TDF.

Not to you and maybe not to him, but it certainly does to some poeple. Why do you hope he stops MTB?

R Tom is so good at making friends.

I would blame Pinarello or the Ineos mechanics. One puncture, one crash and one very very near miss.

Parlez =/= Ecrivez

Finally, a sealant that is as supple as our tyres. Rejoice.

Why?

Have Pard featured in here before? I think they are peak Italian over designed under engineered bike. They have so many models and every single one is complete trash. They get worse the closer you look.

Congrats! Do you have to go through an interview process like here in Switzerland? It's hilarious the range of questions they can ask you. We're meant to know the names and parties of all 240 odd pmembers of parliament, plus all the major mountains and rivers etc etc. I suspect it's the same for the UK, but thankfully never had to worry about it before.