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Forum: Road Cycling
07-25-23, 02:40 PM
Replies: 354
Views: 47,054
Posted By oris

I recently went through a pair of these; they...

I recently went through a pair of these; they seated easily with a track pump on my Zipp 303s. I ran the tan walls for several months before the rear got a series of punctures. I liked them but...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-25-23, 02:35 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,263
Posted By oris

It's come up a few times here in the forum but...

It's come up a few times here in the forum but they're chinese wheels with western marketing.

I had a pair of the Aerodynamicist 54's and they were OK. They didn't have any issues and worked...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-21-23, 09:05 AM
Replies: 354
Views: 47,054
Posted By oris

Same deal here but I'll usually swap the pair. ...

Same deal here but I'll usually swap the pair.

I liked the SWorks Turbo RapidAir before the new T2/T5 came out. Those had excellent grip but wore down quickly and picked up a lot of little cuts. ...
Forum: Southern California
07-13-23, 12:29 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,653
Posted By oris

Looks like the Surfliner will be reopening 7/17! ...

Looks like the Surfliner will be reopening 7/17!

I was trying to book a ticket for a century ride but no bike spaces were available though. Typically riding from Anaheim to Downtown SD and...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
07-11-23, 02:24 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,102
Posted By oris

My riding group keeps an eye out on Amazon for...

My riding group keeps an eye out on Amazon for the Isotonic gels. They will randomly have boxes on sale for about $30 however they may not be in your favorite flavor or be close to the expiration...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-28-22, 03:09 PM
Replies: 3,261
Views: 637,185
Posted By oris

This one is a few weeks old from a solo ride ...

This one is a few weeks old from a solo ride

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Carbon Canyon...
Forum: Southern California
09-06-22, 08:50 AM
Replies: 2,884
Views: 363,388
Posted By oris

Riding in the heat this weekend was tough. I'm...

Riding in the heat this weekend was tough. I'm not sure how some of you did but the heat broke me on Saturday.

I took a route done before to meet the family at the MIL's house and ended...
Forum: Southern California
08-29-22, 09:41 AM
Replies: 2,884
Views: 363,388
Posted By oris

Climbed Mt. Wilson to the observatory with part...

Climbed Mt. Wilson to the observatory with part of our usual group on Sunday. Finished the ride with a breakfast burrito at Lupe's down the street from the start. It was a tough climb but the views...
Forum: Southern California
08-15-22, 07:53 AM
Replies: 2,884
Views: 363,388
Posted By oris

Rode from home to the MIL's to spend time with...

Rode from home to the MIL's to spend time with the family at the pool. The bike and I got nasty coming out of Corona due to some dirty water running down Smith Dr.

It was a good ride; first time...
Forum: Southern California
08-01-22, 08:28 AM
Replies: 2,884
Views: 363,388
Posted By oris

Got lost with some friends in LA trying to find...

Got lost with some friends in LA trying to find the Hollywood sign. You're definitely lost if one of the guys tells you to turn right 3 times in a row.

...
Forum: Southern California
07-22-22, 03:56 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,976
Posted By oris

Echoing ooga-booga, be prepared for a fast...

Echoing ooga-booga, be prepared for a fast descent. Be on the lookout for pot holes and traffic (both pedestrian and cars). The tunnels are especially treacherous since cars may not see you and...
Forum: Southern California
06-29-22, 08:34 AM
Replies: 2,884
Views: 363,388
Posted By oris

Our group planned out a hooky ride yesterday; we...

Our group planned out a hooky ride yesterday; we basically all took a day off to have a June birthday ride. Went from ARTIC to Downtown SD for tacos and beer before hopping on the Surfliner back to...
Forum: Southern California
06-20-22, 01:58 PM
Replies: 2,884
Views: 363,388
Posted By oris

Rode to Griffith Observatory from Encanto park...

Rode to Griffith Observatory from Encanto park with some friends. It's been a long time since going to Griffith and forgot how scenic the views are.

https://www.strava.com/activities/7330623030...
Forum: Southern California
06-06-22, 07:47 AM
Replies: 2,884
Views: 363,388
Posted By oris

Went out to do a one armed lobster with the guys...

Went out to do a one armed lobster with the guys on Saturday. Definitely a fun ride but I've got to a do a better job with the nutrition. This was the first time I bonked in a long time. Otherwise...
Forum: Southern California
05-17-22, 10:20 AM
Replies: 2,884
Views: 363,388
Posted By oris

Yes, you are perfectly fine. I would take it...

Yes, you are perfectly fine. I would take it easy and enjoy the scenery.

We started from Encanto Park and came through Hwy 39. You can park at start at the OHV or campground nearby if you want...
Forum: Southern California
05-16-22, 08:20 AM
Replies: 2,884
Views: 363,388
Posted By oris

Explored Cogswell Dam from Hwy 39 with the usual...

Explored Cogswell Dam from Hwy 39 with the usual buddies.

The area was closed from the Bobcat Fire but is now open on the weekends to hikers and cyclists. FYI there is another construction gate...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-09-22, 04:34 PM
Replies: 3,145
Views: 937,976
Posted By oris

The Pro Team Training jerseys are really nice. ...

The Pro Team Training jerseys are really nice.

The Core are a really good deal. My only caution is on the some colors of the Pro Team Training and Core Lightweight can be quite sheer and black...
Forum: Southern California
05-03-22, 08:03 AM
Replies: 2,884
Views: 363,388
Posted By oris

I'm not totally sure. I haven't ridden that area...

I'm not totally sure. I haven't ridden that area and am just going off the bits and pieces. It looks paved at some parts of the forest road.
...
Forum: Southern California
05-02-22, 08:07 AM
Replies: 2,884
Views: 363,388
Posted By oris

Sunday ride with the boys to Crystal Lake; I'd...

Sunday ride with the boys to Crystal Lake; I'd never been there before. We were all pretty cautious with all the motorcycle traffic and got worried when we lost contact with one of the guys in the...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-28-22, 10:17 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,541
Posted By oris

Not really for rotation but really for vanity. I...

Not really for rotation but really for vanity. I have a pair of black and a pair of white shoes that I will choose based on the kit for the day.
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
04-25-22, 02:59 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,600
Posted By oris

I would try the Power Arc saddle instead. The...

I would try the Power Arc saddle instead. The wings (sit bone area) curve down more than the standard Power saddle. The effect is that the Power Arc feels narrower whereas a standard Power saddle...
Forum: Southern California
04-25-22, 08:07 AM
Replies: 2,884
Views: 363,388
Posted By oris

Rode up to Mt. Baldy with the usual buddies for...

Rode up to Mt. Baldy with the usual buddies for breakfast at the Lodge and back. The intent was to ride with another group but they changed to a later start time, so we just rolled out as originally...
Forum: Southern California
03-08-22, 10:45 AM
Replies: 2,884
Views: 363,388
Posted By oris

Went out with the boys on Sunday to do the GMR...

Went out with the boys on Sunday to do the GMR loop; haven't been up in the area in a while. It was definitely chilly to start but felt warmer once you got into the sun.

Coordinating with...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-02-22, 04:17 PM
Replies: 3,145
Views: 937,976
Posted By oris

Not exactly a steal or deal but I've come to...

Not exactly a steal or deal but I've come to appreciate this torque wrench set from PRO. It has all the common sockets and is especially handy for those who frequently work on their bikes.
...
Forum: Southern California
02-22-22, 07:45 PM
Replies: 2,884
Views: 363,388
Posted By oris

:roflmao: That was a nice little surprise,...

:roflmao:

That was a nice little surprise, wasn't it! You should try Belle River Rd. in Hacienda Heights.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-18-22, 08:48 AM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,407,560
Posted By oris

2012 - 2015 model;. I had that same color way...

2012 - 2015 model;. I had that same color way when it came out, sold it as I phased out of cycling a few years later and honestly missed that bike. Coming back into the sport 2 years ago, I built up...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-17-22, 08:53 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,864
Posted By oris

I feel like there wasn't a direct response to the...

I feel like there wasn't a direct response to the OP's question.

Unless your gear requires hand washing or specific instructions, it can all be washed with regular clothes. Just make sure to...
Forum: Southern California
02-15-22, 02:29 PM
Replies: 2,884
Views: 363,388
Posted By oris

Ah ok! Edgeridge is nice, you should explore...

Ah ok! Edgeridge is nice, you should explore Aethel and Descending, in that order. Aethel has a nice 17% grade in the middle.

My riding buddies live off Workman Mill and tell me, in order of...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-08-22, 11:37 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 15,608
Posted By oris

This thread blew my mind a bit and ran into this...

This thread blew my mind a bit and ran into this article from Trainer Road while Googling it more. It explains a bit more in depth from MinnMan's response.
...
Forum: Southern California
02-07-22, 09:08 AM
Replies: 2,884
Views: 363,388
Posted By oris

A couple of the local favorites are the south...

A couple of the local favorites are the south entrance to Chino Hills State Park, Chino Hills Parkway north of Grand Ave and Carbon Canyon. Most of the areas I'm about to share are inside...
Forum: Southern California
01-31-22, 09:40 AM
Replies: 2,884
Views: 363,388
Posted By oris

I live in the area at Eastvale. Most routes will...

I live in the area at Eastvale. Most routes will connect to the Norco/Corona area through CA-83 Euclid and Green River Rd via SART. There isn't much scenery if you take the main streets through...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-31-22, 09:02 AM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,407,560
Posted By oris

I built this Allez Sprint up over the weekend ...

I built this Allez Sprint up over the weekend


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Forum: Road Cycling
01-05-22, 04:09 PM
Replies: 3,145
Views: 937,976
Posted By oris

Zipp 303s Shimano/SRAM wheelset at PBK for...

Zipp 303s Shimano/SRAM wheelset at PBK for $995.99!
I paid full price from another retailer during the summer :crash:
...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-10-21, 11:37 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,123
Posted By oris

Good point. Prior season finds will get you in...

Good point. Prior season finds will get you in range of the budget. Don't forget to look at your LBS; you might stumble on some good finds.

As far as quality, I'd define it as warm, durable...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-10-21, 09:47 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,123
Posted By oris

It's going to be tough to find great quality bib...

It's going to be tough to find great quality bib tights for $100. I'd suggest bumping the budget up a bit and getting Castelli Tutto Nano bib tights.

You usually can find them on sale for about...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-09-21, 08:33 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,383
Posted By oris

There's other advantages but carbon wheels aren't...

There's other advantages but carbon wheels aren't always stiffer in general. The main reason I would look at them is gaining an aero advantage and weight overall.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-08-21, 04:36 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,383
Posted By oris

Anecdotally, this is what you should expect to...

Anecdotally, this is what you should expect to experience.

Having a lighter wheel and tire set up in general will make the bike feel a bit more lively. However you should consider the weight of...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
11-16-21, 10:51 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,656
Posted By oris

Wahoo SYSTM has good interval sessions and is...

Wahoo SYSTM has good interval sessions and is more entertaining. I used to follow plans on The Sufferfest and would mix it up with Zwift for more fun. Zwift pairs well with either SYSTM or...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-15-21, 08:08 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,975
Posted By oris

I personally use the Thule Insta Gator on my...

I personally use the Thule Insta Gator on my F150; picked one up cheap from JensonUSA that had the box damaged in shipping.

Another option is to make your own PVC pipe rack for the bed and use...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-13-21, 12:13 PM
Replies: 224
Views: 15,406
Posted By oris

^This Just ask or at least say hi to...

^This

Just ask or at least say hi to announce yourself but if you're going to draft, at least be prepared to share the work in the front as well.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-13-21, 09:56 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,570
Posted By oris

I carry a tube, plug kit, CO2, multitool and a...

I carry a tube, plug kit, CO2, multitool and a lever. If you don't need a tube, someone else probably will. I went out for a short mountain ride with a buddy this weekend and he left his spare bag...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-10-21, 09:49 AM
Replies: 152
Views: 12,853
Posted By oris

Same set up and weight here! I've got 28c S...

Same set up and weight here!

I've got 28c S Works Turbo's on a pair of Zipp 303s and run those at 60/65. Riding those on the Roubaix makes cracks in the road disappear.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-07-21, 04:57 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,690
Posted By oris

The Zipp Service Course and SRAM tape work well...

The Zipp Service Course and SRAM tape work well too; more similar to the Supacaz in texture and thickness. I've had the CX version that has been discussed and that works great. It does feel a bit...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-30-21, 09:23 AM
Replies: 2,239
Views: 567,574
Posted By oris

2020 Specialized Roubaix. I built this up a few...

2020 Specialized Roubaix. I built this up a few months ago from a frameset found on eBay to find a plusher ride for sportive's and fondo's. It delivers on this characteristic but lacks the...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-27-21, 09:13 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 3,656
Posted By oris

Same revelation here from a SuperSix to the...

Same revelation here from a SuperSix to the Roubaix. The Roubaix carries speed well and leaves you noticeably fresher at the end of a long ride. However the extra heft does drag on the climbs, in...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-27-21, 10:57 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,717
Posted By oris

I've had two pairs of the eBay chinese wheels;...

I've had two pairs of the eBay chinese wheels; one 38MM and the other 50MM in rim brake. Here's my anecdotal review.

For ~$350, they're a decent deal and are really what's expected for that...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-27-21, 03:16 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 5,236
Posted By oris

You could look for a long sleeve summer weight...

You could look for a long sleeve summer weight jersey like the Castelli Prologo and Le Col Sport long sleeve jerseys. They both are very lightweight and breath well. For me, they're great for early...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-26-21, 03:03 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,154
Posted By oris

Might not be exactly what you're looking for as...

Might not be exactly what you're looking for as in feed back but I've purchased a frameset from them and had a good experience.

It's the Cannondale Super Six Hi Mod that I'm riding now, however I...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-09-21, 11:21 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,062
Posted By oris

I'd take a look at the Zipp Service Course SL 70...

I'd take a look at the Zipp Service Course SL 70 or 80 Ergo if you like the flat tops.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-04-21, 02:57 PM
Replies: 5,455
Views: 3,890,152
Posted By oris

You're looking for the Canyon Hoverbar ...

You're looking for the Canyon Hoverbar

https://www.bikeradar.com/features/so-whats-the-deal-with-canyons-unique-new-hover-bar/
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