The QUICK question thread.....

I know its probably not common for a lot of the people on here. But I was in my LBS and noticed some pretty dirty bikes on the stands, is this something common you dont wash your bike when taking it in?
I'm curious as when I was a mechanic if a car came in pretty clean then we had to pay more attention to our work and wipe down/wrap bits so they didn't get super dirty, and the dirty cars we didn't have to be as careful of fingerprints etc.
 
dancaseyimages said:
I know its probably not common for a lot of the people on here. But I was in my LBS and noticed some pretty dirty bikes on the stands, is this something common you dont wash your bike when taking it in?
I'm curious as when I was a mechanic if a car came in pretty clean then we had to pay more attention to our work and wipe down/wrap bits so they didn't get super dirty, and the dirty cars we didn't have to be as careful of fingerprints etc.
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I've seen it when taking my bike in - it's like not washing your hair before going for a haircut. Some people are just grubs.
 
dancaseyimages said:
I know its probably not common for a lot of the people on here. But I was in my LBS and noticed some pretty dirty bikes on the stands, is this something common you dont wash your bike when taking it in?
I'm curious as when I was a mechanic if a car came in pretty clean then we had to pay more attention to our work and wipe down/wrap bits so they didn't get super dirty, and the dirty cars we didn't have to be as careful of fingerprints etc.
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Over multiple bikes - I and several other riders here were replacing bearings every year and gas other fatigue and rust issues - we stopped washing our bikes at all ( now we don’t ride in mud) and have not had issues in years - and yes we knew enough to not concentrate water on bearing etc when washing.
 
When I am camping I rinse the fatbike off after each beach ride but strip it to components when it gets home. Forgot one year and had to replace all the rear hub bearings.
 
dancaseyimages said:
I know its probably not common for a lot of the people on here. But I was in my LBS and noticed some pretty dirty bikes on the stands, is this something common you dont wash your bike when taking it in?
I'm curious as when I was a mechanic if a car came in pretty clean then we had to pay more attention to our work and wipe down/wrap bits so they didn't get super dirty, and the dirty cars we didn't have to be as careful of fingerprints etc.
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I've had a couple of times I've taken my bike straight from the trails to the shop (usually on a Saturday as otherwise I have to wait a week for the next opportunity). Every other time I've washed it before taking it in. I've found I've had better service (unsurprisingly) if I make an effort to keep things clean for them to work on.
 

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Trek does wash for any service... doesn't mean they like it though :)

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steve jobs' pancreas said:
i read that last option in my mind in a slow, deep, drawn out voice

So quick question, should I seek help ?
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perhaps if you replaced "bike" with "wife/husband/partner"

cokeonspecialtwodollars said:
$400 service every 100hrs, that's going to get real expensive real quick.
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can't help thinking a $400 service to rebuild your (e)bike, is probably better value than a $400 service on your car :D
 
dancaseyimages said:
I know its probably not common for a lot of the people on here. But I was in my LBS and noticed some pretty dirty bikes on the stands, is this something common you dont wash your bike when taking it in?
I'm curious as when I was a mechanic if a car came in pretty clean then we had to pay more attention to our work and wipe down/wrap bits so they didn't get super dirty, and the dirty cars we didn't have to be as careful of fingerprints etc.
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I believe it is what you do if you are a jerk and most shops charge a jerk tax.
 
Any techno-files run an alternative to the big computer companies?
With the NFY means I need to buy another laptop.
Not fussed on OS.
Ive been watching the Framework computers, but wondering if anyone has any experiences with other devices?
frame.work

Configure Framework Laptop 13 DIY Edition (Intel® Core™ Ultra Series

Choose from AMD and Intel system options, select your preferred memory and storage, operating system, and more customizations. Available in DIY and pre-built configurations.
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Currently running a Macbook pro (with the touch bar that I have never used, doesn't add any value)
Previously a Dell XPS with touch screen (killed the battery but it was super quick and thin) awesome colours but when your mostly coding close to useless. Also meant carrying around a battery pack to get more hours out of it.

Don't really do anything to tech heavy/ just coding running VM's and rest done through remote session, portability is a must (Work From Home/Holidays) so have been sticking with the 13's and 14's as opposed to bigger devices.
 
I think I'd just stick to a Macbook Air 14" for coding and VMs unless you want to buy a Linux system, but even then you're looking at a Dell or Lenovo.
 
dancaseyimages said:
Any techno-files run an alternative to the big computer companies?
With the NFY means I need to buy another laptop.
Not fussed on OS.
Ive been watching the Framework computers, but wondering if anyone has any experiences with other devices?
frame.work

Configure Framework Laptop 13 DIY Edition (Intel® Core™ Ultra Series

Choose from AMD and Intel system options, select your preferred memory and storage, operating system, and more customizations. Available in DIY and pre-built configurations.
frame.work frame.work
Currently running a Macbook pro (with the touch bar that I have never used, doesn't add any value)
Previously a Dell XPS with touch screen (killed the battery but it was super quick and thin) awesome colours but when your mostly coding close to useless. Also meant carrying around a battery pack to get more hours out of it.

Don't really do anything to tech heavy/ just coding running VM's and rest done through remote session, portability is a must (Work From Home/Holidays) so have been sticking with the 13's and 14's as opposed to bigger devices.
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HP X360 2 in 1. Really excellent range of small convertible laptops with touch screens.

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I'm running a Metabox Flo which is a Clevo L140PU which is what the previous generation System76 Lemur Pro was based on (although they use custom firmware). I bought it for the portability and battery life. It's been pretty good apart from occasional graphics and system freezes I haven't yet got to the bottom of (probably the joys of running Linux). I'm not a fan of the numpad within the keyboard, I have to turn off numlock when I use it standalone and the page/up down above the left/right arrows are easy to mishit. I'd also like it if it had indicator lights for capslock.

I mostly run it connected to external monitors over USB-C with DisplayPort daisy-chaining and the monitors' inbuilt USB hub. One cable for power, display and peripherals is pretty good.

The display's a standard 1080p 60hz IPS. The white-balance isn't D65 but it profiles acceptably. I don't care for touch screens on computers.

I also looked at XPSes and Thinkpads when I bought it but it was much better value.
 
dancaseyimages said:
Any techno-files run an alternative to the big computer companies?
With the NFY means I need to buy another laptop.
Not fussed on OS.
Ive been watching the Framework computers, but wondering if anyone has any experiences with other devices?
frame.work

Configure Framework Laptop 13 DIY Edition (Intel® Core™ Ultra Series

Choose from AMD and Intel system options, select your preferred memory and storage, operating system, and more customizations. Available in DIY and pre-built configurations.
frame.work frame.work
Currently running a Macbook pro (with the touch bar that I have never used, doesn't add any value)
Previously a Dell XPS with touch screen (killed the battery but it was super quick and thin) awesome colours but when your mostly coding close to useless. Also meant carrying around a battery pack to get more hours out of it.

Don't really do anything to tech heavy/ just coding running VM's and rest done through remote session, portability is a must (Work From Home/Holidays) so have been sticking with the 13's and 14's as opposed to bigger devices.
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I have a Frameworks Gen 13 and it works as good as anything I have used. This is my first laptop as I don't travel for work and if on holidays don't want to know them. Time will tell but I like the idea that a hack like me can change or upgrade components.
 
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