In this week’s column, Lennard fields questions about friction caused by cross chaining in modern drivetrains.
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Technical FAQ: Repairing a bent steel frame; mixing SRAM and Campagnolo
A reader survives a crash with an automobile, but his steel bike does not. How should he go about repairing the bent frame? Plus, mixing SRAM Rival and Campagnolo Record components.
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Technical FAQ: Cold-weather cycling boots; stationary trainer damage
Lennard offers advice on the best cycling boots for cold conditions. Plus, a carbon repair firm weighs in on the damage that can be caused by indoor trainers.
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Technical FAQ: Will frequent indoor riding damage a carbon frame?
Bicycle manufacturers offer advice on using a carbon-fiber frame with an indoor trainer. Plus, can tire sealant corrode raw aluminum?
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Technical FAQ: Helmet fit with a winter hat; reusing cables and housing
In this week’s Technical FAQ, a reader weighs in about using a warm hat and how it impacts helmet fit; plus, is it OK to reuse your cables and housing after trimming away the fray?
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