boesman88

great coffee and convenience doesn't normally go hand in hand. However, the Jura machines are probably the closest you'll get to great coffee in a bean-to-cup setup. It is consistent and these machines lasts. So if convenience and consistency is your thing, you cannot go wrong with a Jura. Dont expect the same quality tho as you'll get form a cafe quality manual or semi-auto machine. different league all together.

Am looking for a 203mm post mount front adapter. Shops dont seem to keep stock in the 203’s.

I wonder how many other of these types of issues (‘hidden defects’- not cassette specific) exists across the various brands and models that the general public just doesnt know about. Kind of makes me feel like a mushroom. Anyways, on a positive note, I received my long awaited 4 pot Zee brakes and upgraded rotors yesterday and the new cassette and chain tomorrow. If all goes well I’ll be hitting the trails on Saturday! Cant wait.

lol you are right.

I hear you. Rationally speaking you are probably right. Right now though I am wondering what I would get for the complete SRAM GX groupset incl brakes, cranks, drive train, Syncros 3.0 29" wheels the works. The chain and cassette is brand new

You should have said this 7 pages ago - that would have saved me hours of investigation... :-) On the chain stretch wear thing - that's a separate debate it seems and I am with you on this one, if its stretched/worn/elongated etc, it means its useful life is running out like with all mechanical things and soon to be replaced.

This is an update on the outcome of my Snap-Crackle-and-Pop ordeal. It appears that the problem lies with the GX cassette and NOT the chain. The cassette has a manufacturers defect - certainly the model I had (2018 stock). When the chain is running on the 18 tooth cog, there are two adjacent teeth on the 16t cog that interferes with the chain plates running over the 18t ever so slightly. The interference is caused by the shape of these two teeth and its (mis)alignment with regards to the others, placing it slightly closer to the adjacent cog on a cassette that already has very tight tolerances. This puts a force perpendicular to the chain while under normal pedaling tension which explains the occasional clicking sound at is catches the chain plates. (see my attempt at a picture to explain this) Over time this causes the chain plates to fail under this undue stress resulting in snap, crackle and pop's. The above is of course my synopsis of the problem - having read up a lot about alignment issues on the GX on other forums, checking out videos of the two mis-aligned teeth and noticing way excessive wear on the said two teeth on my own cassette. This, plus 1. the agents requesting the chain AND the cassette for inspection (which was a bit puzzling at first), 2. the agents' original response which downplayed the issue from the get go and suggested wear and tear as the cause and 3. upon enquiring about the outcome of their assessment, I was informed by the workshop manager that SRAM was 'not happy with the middle part of the cassette'. Outcome - full replacement under warrantee. expecting the new bits to arrive tomorrow. Not quite sure what to make of this whole thing. I still think SRAM is a great product but it does feel that this defect is being hidden from the general public, hoping people wont notice. Had I simply replaced my chain with an XX1 without getting to the bottom of it, I would have wasted that money too. If you are now worried about your own setup and that your warrantee might have expired - some people (I do not recommend this btw) have successfully modified their cassette's by filing the two teeth back ever so slightly (using dremmel or the like) to avoid interference with the chain running on the 18t. proceed with caution please when considering this as its an expensive piece of metal to test your diy skills. Good luck

I bought a Thule rack from Volvo in Bryanston few years ago. was the cheapest around at the time. If Barry doesnt sort you out, give Volvo a call.

I was thinking of this. Although I havent had this bike clamped on a carrier for the last probably 5 years or so. The ‘Crack’ only started appearing in the last couple of months. I could not spot any visible scratches or other deformites on the tube which is what puzzles me. Would alu not bend instead of crack as Eugene suggests?

I agree its a strange place. This particular bike doesnt go on bike racks. Workshop clamp possibly, however the guys who services the bike uses the partktool clamps, so doubt it.

I noticed this crack on the top tube of my CAAD5 frame. Its about 10mm long and feels smooth to the touch. Is it common for paint to crack in this way or could it be the frame? Its located around 120mm from the headset on top.

It is old enough to be considered a classic I think - if this is anything to go by (Same era Cannondale): https://www.globalcyclingnetwork.com/video/retro-vs-modern-cannondale-pro-bikes-cipollinis-caad3-vs-uran-s-supersix-evo

I see you mention Jhb/Pta - For my snap crackle pop problem (Chain) I found Cajees Centurion carried some stock- have you tried them?

Online bike parts shopping during COVID is only for the brave IMO. Been waiting myself for 2months+ for a delivery (which feels like 6) Seems the issue with some of the ‘bigger’ online shops is that they dont always seem to carry lots of stock and instead advertise products on their site the moment they order their batches from a supplier so you end up waiting for shipping from the supplier to the shop AND from the shop to your front door- with the bike shop is sitting on your money. Great model for them (working capital) - crap model for the consumer. My next online purchase will be preceeded with a phone call to the shop to confirm stock levels before placing an order. If they are not reachable or willing to to confirm, thats an answer in itself. What I have found more workable during these times though is to phone around to physical shops - some shops do still carry stock and it seems what you are looking for isnt exactly hens teeth. Perhaps if the shop you phone is close enough to you to drive there, alternatively they can courier the goods.

At 14% fat (meaning a little but not too fat) I will take chunky as a compliment lol Right, waiting for the ZEEs then. Max I think I can go on the back is 180 rotors (Scott RC900). will do 180 back and 203's in the front. should supply ample stopping power.

as it turns out, my SRAM brakes needed a major service within two years of use in addition to the snap_crackle_pop issue.

does the servicing also require a complete replacement of the internals as for the Levels?

That's the funny part - I ordered Zee's from CWC on 1 April. It showed in stock and they happily took my money. I expected some delays during COVID lock down, but two full months later my patients are wearing slightly thin. No delivery and promises on promises. Latest is they can offer me the Guide RCS 4 pot or XT 8100 2 pot as replacement options, or I wait for the Zee. Perhaps waiting for the Zees is the better option? I'm in any event unable to ride the bike until SRAM gets back to me that snap crackle and pop eagle chain of mine.

I need some help please. I'm in need of replacing my standard SRAM Level brakes with a stronger set to handle my 110kgs. Need to choose between the above options. AFAIK the XTs are 2 POTs where the SRAMs are 4 POTs Need to make a decision pretty quick and haven't done too much research on this. I think I have a preference for Shimano. How good are the SRAMs? appreciated

And here.. https://www.mtbr.com/product/drivetrain/chain/sram/gx-eagle-12-sp.html This is clearly a massive problem with these chains. I suggest if you have a GX 12 speed chain on you bike you keep a close eye on it

More here... eish https://singletrackworld.com/forum/topic/12-speed-gx-eagle-chain-woes/

Indeed snap crackle and pop :-D

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Is there a quality difference between the black, gold and rainbow options? Or is it purely cosmetic?

Sounds like a plan. I havent had a day’s problems with Shifting at all - not sure if upgrading the deralleur pulleys will make any difference? Unless I am missing something?