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Monday, 7 October 2013

Head, set and match

There's a certain level of commodity fetishism in cycling isn't there? There are few better feelings than receiving some piece of finely honed and crafted steel / titanium combination which will soon adorn your trusty steed.
I managed to get this frisson of excitement this morning when an absurdly large box appeared in work containing a perfectly formed 1" threaded headset by Ritchey.
Check the shine on those balls!
I'm not really happy with the one which is on at the moment since the bottom race of bearings were changed - there's a bit of play in it which manifests as serious 'chatter' under braking at speed - when descending! 
So, I've very hopeful that this littler belter will sort out my issues and provide years of trouble free riding.
Now, where are my headset spanners?
Ride safe.

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