Recent content by keith davies

Why do some wheels have a silent freehub - my old ones - and some have a noisy freehub - my new DT Swiss? Just curious

Hi - I'm no expert but: Get a good pair of bib cycling shorts/leggings with a good chamois pad. Do not use sports shorts or jogging bottoms as these are not tight fitting there is more chaffing. Apply chamois cream to your body and the chamois to reduce chaffing, inflammation and bacterial...

Cheers - thanks for that

Does anyone know why Elia Viviani in the Giro was yesterday riding a black bike when all his Cofidis team mates are on red ones? Just curious!

Home insurance won't cover to that value - thanks though

I'm a British Cycling member and even with their discount I'm being quoted £23 per month to insure my new Specialized Roubaix Comp, value £3,400. Anyone know of any cheaper but still reliable alternatives?

I'm looking at the Hiplok AIRLOK Wall Mounted Lock and Hanger to secure my new bike, £3,400, to the garage wall. They see the best but are expensive. Are they worth the extra when for £21.99 you can, for instance, buy this: Ryde 1m Heavy Duty Motorcycle Chain and D Lock with Black Ground Anchor...

Thanks for all the advice. Seems like handbuilt is the way to go. I'm in London and Condor Cycles seem to get good reviews so will call in and talk to them, unless anyone knows any better alternatives!

Following a disaster with my carbon rims last time out in the Alps, does anyone have any recommendations for a good set of climbing wheels, 10-speed Campag-compatible, alloy - or at least with alloy braking rims, preferably under £1,000? One set I’ve seen are these Zipp CL60 Carbon Clinchers...

Helmet life - thanks Thanks for the advice. In line with the independent website - http://www.bhsi.org/replace.htm - I was a little sceptical of the blanket 3-year manufacturers rule, thinking it was obviously in their interests to encourage regular replacement. However, based on the latest...

How many years before a helmet should be replaced? No accidents but after 6 years or so the colour on mine is very faded from the weather. Should it still be safe?