Search results

Thanks for the information. I have the 38 in front, but still the original 11-32 in rear and am wondering what is the upper limit of the stock derailleur. Specifically, could I use an 11-40 without making any changes to the derailleur? If not that, how about an 11-38 BTW I found that the...

Just noticed my spelling error. Spoke manufacture is SAPIM, not SPIM.

Summary so far (Oct. 5) for spoke tension on the RipCurrent S with 13G front and 12G rear spokes: Tension for the drive wheel are: 117-133 kgf; drive side and 73 - 82 kgf non drive side (within manufactures suggested, see below) Tension for the xxx(front??) wheel is 62-69kgf.???? (suspect, as...

Follow up is this: Sorry the tension for the wheels drive and non drive side are 117-133 kgf drive side and 73 - 82 kgf non drive side Ride Safely, Patrick Will post the whole thing when I have it all.

Just got a reply from Juiced: Hello Earl, 62-69 kgf and this is for the rear spokes Ride Safely, Sean I have emailed him back asking about each side of rear wheel, and about front wheel spoke tension on the RCS. Will keep posting when hear from him. Still have not heard from the Canadian who...

What found so far: Juiced uses SAPIM spokes. The SAPIM site says: SPOKE TENSION Due to various factors (rim, hub, spokes number) it is impossible to tell you the optimal spoke tension. Nevertheless, some rules should be observed. 1. On one side of the wheel, the spokes should have approximately...

Is blue and say that my front wheel spokes are 50-Kgf which made me wonder about the gauge calibration, and then about what the tension should be.

Thank you. Yes have seen Parks web site. What am trying to find is the correct, or at lest from-the-factory spoke tension, or some expert who say what they use for tension on the RCS. So far it seems that most people talk about 100Kgf as a standard spoke tension. My spokes, assuming the...

Lots of information and opinions there. Many people saying "here is what I think/know what should be done" with "I've been doing it for xx years or yy wheels" or some such.

My quest is: What tension should these spokes take?

Yes, it will be a matter of luck. Will keep asking.

Have one of the TM-1 clones. Think I have found a place that will calibrate it, at least for the G13 and G12 spokes the RCS uses.

I have trued bike wheels in the old days by the sound and feel and looking at the wheel when it spins. What I am looking for is specific to the RCS with 12G and 13G spokes. I understand that maybe no one knows what it should actually be, but am willing to read posts here.

I'm looking for a reply from someone who does know what the current spokes on a RCS bike with G13 and G12 spokes.

Does anyone know the "correct" spoke tension for the RipCurrent S wheels? Maybe using the ParkTool TM-1, or similar? I found a lose spoke on my front wheel after about 1300 miles and tensioned it to sort-of-average of the other spokes on the front wheel, but would like to know if there is some...

Recommend the Grin Cycle Satiator. I now only fully charge my RCS to 80% before long rides and only to 50% for longer term storage. I'm happy with it. See https://ebikes.ca/product-info/grin-products/cycle-satiator.html

Just a quick report after 150+ miles with the 38T chainring on my RCS, all with "eco" assist. Was able to to a 1900ft rise on a dirt road (moon pass just south of the Route of the Couer D'Aline) without resting -- a year ago with the 52T chainring it took several rest stops. Much easier this...

Thanks for your help and encouragement. Am now using the 38T YBEKI chain ring you are using. The low grades are easier on my RCS, steep grades are still hard for me in ECO mode. I purchased "42T Bash Rings" from Chain Reaction Cycles in England -- two for 3.18 pounds shipped. Painted...

Thanks. Think I will go to the 38T and try it for a while, maybe up to 42 later. Did you use the two stock round plates on each side of the chainring, or did you get smaller ones?

Thank you for the information. If I am correct, it looks like your 9th gear is about the same as 7th with the 52T chainring. Suggestions for buying the 38T chainring for my 2021 model RipCurrent S ? (manufacturer, model, or additional parts needed besides the chainring) Any ideas or warning...