Randy Sherwood

There is no mention in the literature of using these with a mountain bike. The cantilever brakes have a different mounting system than these, which have a single mounting bolt. Does your bike have the correct mounting position for these? There is 40mm - 50mm of adjustment up and down on the brake pads, but I would be worried about fitting the tire and rim between the pads. A standard road tire is 23mm and yours is about 28mm. You can always click on the live chat button at the top right hand corner of this page and ask the gear experts. RealCyclist has a 30 day no questions asked money back return policy, so you could always try them out and return them if they did not work.

That is an open ended question. It depends on your riding style, your maintenance habits, who installs it for you, there are many factors. However, the lighter the chain, the less material holding it together, you do the math. I cleaned my dura-ace chain once a week and relubed with a wax based lubricant. I broke it at 2,000 miles. (on mile 147 of a 150 mile ride) I had it measured just before that ride and my LBS told me that I wasn't even close to needing a new chain. I have a couple hundred miles on a new Ultegra chain and so far so good. If you spin faster, a lighter chain would be OK. If you pedal hard and slow, you may want more steel in your chain. Be sure to do frequent inspections and cleanings. If you want to remove it for easy maintenance, I think the Whipperman is one of the few options left.

You will notice thay are not called power links any more. The SRAM variety is no longer reuseable. They recommend replacing the Powerlock link every time you remove the chain.

Not better, just different. If you are looking for something to match your Brooks saddle, these are the ticket.

No, they are not compatable. The 2 hole shoes are typically MTB shoes and the 3 hole are typically road shoes. There are adaptors and always exceptions, but that is the general rule.

I agree with Cory, wear your helmet hair proudly!!

43 in the Sidi would be a size 9 in the Huez. If it isn't a perfect fit, RealCyclist has a 30 day no questions asked return policy!!

Yes, they are on the outside. Check this link: http://www.zipp.com/wheels/detail.php?ID=5

http://www.sheldonbrown.com/tire_sizing.html

This is a very informative article on tire sizing. However, it may leave you more confused than you are now. If you stick with anything that is 700x25, it should fit your wheels. My wheels are 700x23, but I just switched to the Continental Attack/Force tires and the front is 700x22 and the back is 700x24. They fit fine and are faster than my old tires. RealCyclist has a 30 day no questions asked policy, so you can always return them if they don't work for you. They also have a live chat service that is very helpful.

http://www.amazon.com/Planet-Bike-Comfort-Handlebar-Reflective/dp/B000BTGXS8/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=sporting-goods&;qid=1244387042&sr=8-1

http://www.nashbar.com/bikes/Product_10053_10052_183416_-1_200333_200277_200448

http://www.wiggle.co.uk/p/cycle/7/Lizard_Skins_DSP_Bar_Tape/5360042662/

http://www.probikekit.com/display.php?code=A0337

http://www.retrobicyclesupply.com/hunt-wilde-orange-handlebar-tape.html

Here are some links to orange tape, I think the last one is closest to "blaze"

There is also a composite material where the cleat contacts the pedal and the back of the pedal where you clip in. I have about 2,000 miles on mine and they don't appear to have excessive wear.

Check out this headlight shoot out...

http://www.mtbr.com/beamcomparisoncrx.aspx

Easton make both sizes, but it looks like you can only get the oversize version here on backcountry.

It's not so much breaking in the saddle as it is your sit bones getting accustomed to it. I ride a very similar Selle San Marco Regal saddle. Almost identical to these. It has very little padding and seems very hard to the touch. However, I can go all day on it. 2 days ago I did 65 miles and no soreness in that area. I am fairly new to cycling, but one of the most important things I have learned is that you have to stand up every 10 minutes or so and let the blood get back into your butt. Ever since I have started doing that, my discomfort in that area has been just about eliminated. I would highly recommend a saddle like this one, even though it isn't the lightest or most high tech, it is the most important thing between you and your bike.

If you look at the back of the screaming yellow/white, it would be similar. The white would be the horizon blue. The lime green wraps around as well. The grey triangle is the mesh.

You can also consider a regular double crankset. Compacts are all the rage right now for the big hills, but if you are mostly on the flats, a standard double would work as well.

Frame size 56 weighs 18.8 lbs with the Ultegra group

Your best bet is to check out the measurements on the sizing chart. Where are these typically too small? The chart gives thigh measurements for you to compare to. Also length. Remember, Backcountry gives a lifetime warranty on whatever you buy here, so if you are not happy, you can always send them back!!

Yes, they should work with the Time 3-hole cleats.

You should take your measurements and go by the sizing chart. Each manufacturer is a little different but should maych their chart closely.

The small is the smallest size I can find on any website. I even checked the Pearl Izumi website. I would try ordering the small and see if it fits. You can always return it.

This is for one tire.

Yes

First try 0001, then 0002, then 0003, and so forth until you get to 9999. Do it while you are sitting in front of the TV and you will be done before you know it.....Or, you could buy a new lock....

Yes, it should be done at a dealer. First they heat the shoe then you put it on and they put a vacuum bag over it and vacuum it to your foot. I have a close friend who is having it done today. If you don't buy these from the local bike shop they probably won't do the heat and vacuum for you, or at the very least will want to charge for it.

No, just make sure they are threaded or non-threaded, whatever your dispenser is...

Not recommended for MTB. These are not designed for the kind of forces and impacts put on mountain bikes.

I am also fairly new, but here is what I have learned. Mail ordering shoes is tricky. I would suggest going to your local bike shop and trying some on. This will give you an idea of how the different brands vary in size. Now armed with that information, you can find the right shoe at the right price here on backcountry. Even if you get the shoe and aren't happy with it, you can always return them to backcountry. They have a 100% satisfaction guarantee for the life of whatever you buy here. I have Cannondale and Sidi shoes and the Sidi are better in make and materials. They are also easier to walk on, which will be more important than you think. You can also go to www.roadbikereview.com and see what other people are saying about all kinds of shoes. Welcome to cycling and have fun!!

Although Backcountry does not have a price matching guarantee, if you click on "Talk to gear experts" at the bottom of this page, they will work with you if the product from the other web site is the same and in stock.

Look for their "Radiation Jacket". It comes with a long sleeve insert like this one.

Right under the select options pull down there is a sizing chart. If you give your size I could tell you.

Yes, we haven't had any problems with these on our kids.

Thanks anyway, went with a different shoe...

Yes..

You are correct, they are showing the Women's model. Before you order, you may want to "TALK TO A GEAR EXPERT" to confirm that you are getting the actual Men's model. They aren't even listing these shorts over in the Women's clothing...

1 set of 5 pins

I am also a size 9 and 43 would be your size. The Sidi's run pretty true to their sizing chart. One of the great things about BackCountry is that their return policy is amazing. If you try them on and they are not exactly what you want, you can easily return them and get the right size.

Women's 8 is a 39, and do you mean a SH-51 cleat? These would not woek with the 2 holed SH-51 but they will work with 3 hole cleats. It looks to me like they only have a size 38, so this may not work out....

I found that this lock is big enough to go around the seat stay on a frame and around a bike rack.The inside diameter is almost 2". So as long as your frame is under 1", most seat stays are, and the bike rack is under 1", you're good.It won't work for all bike racks, but a lot of racks around here have thinner bars.Just remember to also lock up your wheels with a cable.What I like about this lock is that it's less than half the weight of a regular sized U lock. Plus, because it's so small, it makes it impossible to try to pry open.

I don't see one on their website, but there are usually fewer mounting options for the more inexpensive lights like this one. Just to be sure, you can click on "Talk to gear experts" on the bottom left hand corner of this page and they will tell you for sure.

One size fits 97% of all mountain and road/hybrid frames. Straight from their website.

Length should be based on rider size. Check out these articles. It made a lot of sense to me. I am 5'8" and I got 165mm cranks and they have worked very well so far. http://www.nettally.com/palmk/crread.htmlhttp://www.nettally.com/palmk/Crankset.html

Back Country does not have an official price matching policy, but if you get online with one of their gear experts, they will do their best to get that price for you. Of course, it has to be the same model and color and blah blah blah, but if everything matches, they might hook you up.

That would be a 40 or a 40.5

For the pair

their website sizing chart recommends ordering a small for anyone with shoe sizes smaller than 40 - 40 is a 9 in US womens size

The reviews say to go up at least 1/2 a size. 7 would be a 39, so I would say 39.5 or 40. If they don't fit you can always return them. I have had good luck returning things from Back Country.