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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-26-24, 04:26 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 689
Posted By PeteHski

Yep, 3 gels per hour is about my going rate for a...

Yep, 3 gels per hour is about my going rate for a hard ride, alongside a bottle of carb mix. I go easy on the broccoli florets 😂

It is practically impossible to over-fuel if you are riding hard....
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-26-24, 12:48 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 1,546
Posted By PeteHski

I don’t think it would even charge faster anyway....

I don’t think it would even charge faster anyway. I know that USB-C has a higher power rating, but most of my chargers are USB-A anyway.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-26-24, 11:36 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 2,023
Posted By PeteHski

Yeah, when I buy products I look for proven...

Yeah, when I buy products I look for proven quality and usually avoid random unbranded gear unless it is something trivial. I’ve never had to sue using this basic principle.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-26-24, 05:51 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 2,023
Posted By PeteHski

Brand reputation and history is the main...

Brand reputation and history is the main evidence. If I buy an S-Works carbon bar I can reasonably expect a high level of quality and safety. If I buy a random unknown, unbranded carbon bar then I...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-26-24, 03:24 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 941
Posted By PeteHski

Those are not facts.

Those are not facts.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-25-24, 06:54 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,002
Posted By PeteHski

I’m in the 75-80 kg weight range over a typical...

I’m in the 75-80 kg weight range over a typical year. But I don’t think my tyre choice would change if I was any lighter or heavier. I don’t put a great emphasis on rotational mass or aero (within...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-25-24, 06:02 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 689
Posted By PeteHski

SIS is a good brand to try. They have a wide...

SIS is a good brand to try. They have a wide range of energy gels, bars and drink mix. Protein bars are better for post ride recovery. Carbs are what you need on the bike.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-25-24, 08:38 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 897
Posted By PeteHski

It will be interesting to see how well your post...

It will be interesting to see how well your post ages. There will definitely be a whole load of e-motorbikes in the future, but e-bikes with variable pedal assist will also continue to be popular. ...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-25-24, 04:36 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 201
Posted By PeteHski

Once you tighten the two crank arm screws then it...

Once you tighten the two crank arm screws then it doesn’t do anything. It’s a bit like the top cap on a stem ie it provides a small preload until you torque down the actual clamping screws.

So on...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-25-24, 04:05 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 853
Posted By PeteHski

Only you can decide for yourself if it does...

Only you can decide for yourself if it does everything your Roubaix can do. Not much point in asking here.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-25-24, 03:38 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,118
Posted By PeteHski

HRMs are relatively cheap. I recommend the Polar...

HRMs are relatively cheap. I recommend the Polar OH1+ or newer Polar Verity Sense. Garmin bike computers don’t incorporate an HRM unless you meant Garmin watches. They just link to your HRM for...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-25-24, 03:19 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 309
Posted By PeteHski

I think you have to compromise your riding time...

I think you have to compromise your riding time to fit strength training into your schedule. Rest days are not rest days if you do strength training. But it might work for you at first if your...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-24-24, 01:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 265
Posted By PeteHski

Mine occasionally does this too. It only happens...

Mine occasionally does this too. It only happens momentarily and doesn’t appear to affect other sensor connections. I just get the disconnection warning and then it reconnects straight away.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-24-24, 09:04 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,002
Posted By PeteHski

If you are riding competitive TTs then the aero...

If you are riding competitive TTs then the aero advantage of slightly narrower tyres might come into play. Otherwise I doubt it matters. Whatever you weigh, lower pressures are going to provide an...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-24-24, 07:47 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 2,023
Posted By PeteHski

They are very good at vibration damping. When I...

They are very good at vibration damping. When I moved to carbon bars on both my mtb and road bikes I noticed an improvement in this respect. The weight saving I agree is secondary and I didn't...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-24-24, 04:25 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 897
Posted By PeteHski

Thread title reminds me of this:- ...

Thread title reminds me of this:-

https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81KqOiNgbmL._AC_UF1000,1000_QL80_.jpg
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-24-24, 04:21 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,893
Posted By PeteHski

This reminds me of a very wealthy guy I know who...

This reminds me of a very wealthy guy I know who used to say that you could park anywhere you like in London for £50 (cost of a parking ticket at the time - mid 90s). No need to spend money...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-24-24, 03:08 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,002
Posted By PeteHski

For most riders the improvement in ride quality...

For most riders the improvement in ride quality and grip are likely to be more important than any aero differences between them. Lower pressures are also a major advantage when running tubeless...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-24-24, 02:51 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 2,023
Posted By PeteHski

Carbon bars are great, but not something to go...

Carbon bars are great, but not something to go cheap on for obvious reasons.
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
04-23-24, 11:11 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 459
Posted By PeteHski

Course safety management is the only effective...

Course safety management is the only effective solution. That was relatively easy in F1 as the circuits are short and mostly purpose designed. Slower corners, massive run off areas and better...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-23-24, 10:30 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,118
Posted By PeteHski

Same here. I find power very useful for pacing,...

Same here. I find power very useful for pacing, especially on long climbs. It's also more useful than speed for tracking fitness. But I don't bother with a PM on my mtb where I am more focused on...
Forum: Indoor & Stationary Cycling Forum
04-23-24, 04:22 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,831
Posted By PeteHski

Trainers usually do require a warm-up period...

Trainers usually do require a warm-up period before accurate calibration. So I would say that is probably normal.

I would also check the power at various steady state power intervals eg 100,...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-23-24, 04:15 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 954
Posted By PeteHski

If you are on a very low carb diet and want to...

If you are on a very low carb diet and want to ride further then you need to ride slower to stay in the predominantly fat burning zone. Over time your speed should still improve, but if you go too...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-22-24, 09:32 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 4,665
Posted By PeteHski

A vegan diet is nowhere near as extreme as the...

A vegan diet is nowhere near as extreme as the carnivore diet. It doesn't exclude any of the macronutrients for a start.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-21-24, 02:42 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 4,665
Posted By PeteHski

What intriguing information did you find? I...

What intriguing information did you find?

I had a quick look and quickly dismissed it as a bunch of unqualified pseudoscience and fad diet pushers and cultish influencers. Qualified experts in...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-21-24, 04:48 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 553
Posted By PeteHski

Sounds good. 130-140 mm fork travel is a nice...

Sounds good. 130-140 mm fork travel is a nice compromise too. This kind of bike will be much nicer to ride singletrack than your fatbike.

My 2019 Canyon Neuron has a 67.5 HT and 74.5 ST and can...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-19-24, 04:32 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,120
Posted By PeteHski

From a TSS point of view it is all just fatigue,...

From a TSS point of view it is all just fatigue, however you slice it. But I don't believe all units of TSS are equal. I know from my own experience that if I rack up 100 TSS in Z2 I need pretty...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-18-24, 05:56 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,120
Posted By PeteHski

I think this makes sense in the lead up to a...

I think this makes sense in the lead up to a target event. But it is unlikely to be the most efficient or effective method of training all of the time.

For example If your target event included...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-17-24, 08:00 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,213
Posted By PeteHski

I actually quite like the BOA on my Mattone. I...

I actually quite like the BOA on my Mattone. I prefer it to velcro or buckled straps for this application. But the actual bag itself is not that great as per my previous post.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-16-24, 12:29 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,120
Posted By PeteHski

For me the fatigue really kicks in when I ride...

For me the fatigue really kicks in when I ride close to FTP or higher for a significant length of time eg a 1 hour Zwift race or a full gas mountain climb. Then I need much more recovery than the...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-16-24, 08:49 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 6,680
Posted By PeteHski

So you must drive at no more than 5 mph then?

So you must drive at no more than 5 mph then?
Forum: Road Cycling
04-16-24, 08:42 AM
Replies: 110
Views: 4,088
Posted By PeteHski

It's obviously a style that you hate, but I...

It's obviously a style that you hate, but I wouldn't call it tasteless.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-16-24, 04:31 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 4,035
Posted By PeteHski

This misconception came from mountain biking...

This misconception came from mountain biking where minimum pressure with tubes was dictated by pinch flats. Running tubeless allowed riders to run lower pressures on the same width of tyre without...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-15-24, 01:37 PM
Replies: 156
Views: 6,384
Posted By PeteHski

Nah, you just bought a bicycle from a reputable...

Nah, you just bought a bicycle from a reputable brand and shop. Anyone being critical of that is quite likely to be a hypocrite unless they live in a cave and forage for their food.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-15-24, 01:22 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 4,088
Posted By PeteHski

The OP fancies himself as a style guru.

The OP fancies himself as a style guru.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-15-24, 11:00 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,154
Posted By PeteHski

More is not really better for either speed or...

More is not really better for either speed or grip. For example if you go 10 psi above the optimum pressure for rolling resistance, you lose a lot more speed than if you go 10 psi below the optimum....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-15-24, 04:00 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,592
Posted By PeteHski

So we have more choices now than at any time in...

So we have more choices now than at any time in the past. If you want old gear it's out there, but it is not practical for the big manufacturers to keep producing it all forever. The bike industry...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-15-24, 03:03 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,592
Posted By PeteHski

I don't recall having choices in the past. There...

I don't recall having choices in the past. There was a time when everything had DT friction shifters and rim brakes. There was no choice. Things move on and you can't expect backward compatibility...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-14-24, 02:46 PM
Replies: 156
Views: 6,384
Posted By PeteHski

fify

fify
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-14-24, 08:06 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 4,035
Posted By PeteHski

I had a very similar experience to this. ...

I had a very similar experience to this. Tubeless was basically the end of roadside flats for me.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-12-24, 06:52 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,024
Posted By PeteHski

Why not just go wireless then?

Why not just go wireless then?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-12-24, 12:55 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,209
Posted By PeteHski

The mainstream brands have also been selling...

The mainstream brands have also been selling e-bikes for years.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-12-24, 12:15 PM
Replies: 156
Views: 6,384
Posted By PeteHski

Yeah I agree the doping was almost mandatory in...

Yeah I agree the doping was almost mandatory in that era and that wasn’t LA’s fault. But his arrogance and conceit was on another level. I guess that was what eventually led to his downfall too. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-12-24, 09:06 AM
Replies: 163
Views: 8,701
Posted By PeteHski

I had to Google this because I’d never heard of...

I had to Google this because I’d never heard of it before. Actually looks fun. Sort of like “large font” table tennis 😂
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-12-24, 08:57 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,209
Posted By PeteHski

I would have thought this has been true for the...

I would have thought this has been true for the best part of a decade. Have you only just noticed?
Forum: Road Cycling
04-11-24, 07:52 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,687
Posted By PeteHski

Each mech has its own small battery, but you can...

Each mech has its own small battery, but you can swap them quickly. So say the rear mech battery fails you can swap over the front mech battery so that you can at least keep the rear mech working....
Forum: Road Cycling
04-11-24, 04:38 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 2,913
Posted By PeteHski

Your wheels are still only a small percentage of...

Your wheels are still only a small percentage of the total weight you are accelerating, even when accounting for rotation.

So if say your total mass was 85 kg and you accelerated at 5 W/kg ie...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-11-24, 01:49 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 2,913
Posted By PeteHski

Whenever I read reviews about wheels spinning up...

Whenever I read reviews about wheels spinning up much faster I imagine them detached from the rest of the bike and rider. In this case 200g of wheel mass represents around 0.4% of the total mass...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-11-24, 06:18 AM
Replies: 182
Views: 6,841
Posted By PeteHski

So are you suggesting that there are less choices...

So are you suggesting that there are less choices of bikes and components today than at any point in the past? That’s not what I’ve seen in the last 50 years. If I want to buy a bike today there are...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-10-24, 01:34 PM
Replies: 182
Views: 6,841
Posted By PeteHski

Sorry, I didn’t really mean that literally. I...

Sorry, I didn’t really mean that literally. I meant that the difference must be pretty minor, whatever that difference is. I expect it is very subjective as most handling traits are.

Dave Kirk...
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