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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-03-24, 02:48 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 603
Posted By bruce19

That's not my experience.,

That's not my experience.,
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-02-24, 08:04 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 205
Posted By bruce19

Internal cable routing?

When I bought my Canyon Aeroad two years ago there were several factors involved in my choice. One was price. Another was the cables. I chose the least costly Aeroad CF SL because it was the least...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-02-24, 05:06 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 1,811
Posted By bruce19

My last was a MAZA (not Masi) frame built up with...

My last was a MAZA (not Masi) frame built up with all Campy Athena friction shifting. I think it was an 8 sp. I think that was around 1988.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-02-24, 04:37 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 23,521
Posted By bruce19

I have a 43" chest and a 38 waist at 5'9" and 187...

I have a 43" chest and a 38 waist at 5'9" and 187 lbs. I love Castelli kit. Just bought another jersey. But, I have to buy XXL and it still is like race fit. Their sizing for Americans is a joke.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-02-24, 04:31 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,144
Posted By bruce19

Normal. Happens tome all the time. ...

Normal. Happens tome all the time.

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2936915/
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-02-24, 04:28 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,347
Posted By bruce19

Yup. Too many variables to clearly distinguish.

Yup. Too many variables to clearly distinguish.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-02-24, 04:27 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 603
Posted By bruce19

I haven't read all the post so if this is a...

I haven't read all the post so if this is a duplication my apologies. I have 5 road bikes and a cross bike.But, I am 95% roadie. And, I too, live in a farming community. If I had to choose an all...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-02-24, 04:19 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 489
Posted By bruce19

I don't know if this helps but I have a pair of...

I don't know if this helps but I have a pair of Lake Mtb shoes with Speedplay cleats that weigh 2 lbs. My inexpensive Giro road shoes with SPD cleats weigh 1 lb 7 oz.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-02-24, 03:31 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 1,811
Posted By bruce19

I think you meant index shifting. Friction...

I think you meant index shifting. Friction shifting is an older tech. Also, can you be more specific about the braking? Disc brakes do have calipers. So, I'm not understanding the distinction. I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-01-24, 04:20 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 723
Posted By bruce19

I just want to give you kudos for embarking on...

I just want to give you kudos for embarking on the journey you've undertaken. Really a good choice IMO. But, one bit of advice ... be patient with yourself. Go forward in small steps until the big...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 06:00 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 811
Posted By bruce19

I have Assos & Castelli kit. Both go in the...

I have Assos & Castelli kit. Both go in the washer and then line dried. So far it's been fine.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 05:55 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 653
Posted By bruce19

I have a mini-pump, tube and tire levers in my...

I have a mini-pump, tube and tire levers in my bag. I also have no problem riding with nothing. Most of my rides are close to home these days so I'm never far from help. OTOH, 5 yrs of tubeless on 5...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-31-24, 03:59 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 498
Posted By bruce19

For a few reasons almost all of my rides are like...

For a few reasons almost all of my rides are like this.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 03:38 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 298
Posted By bruce19

I also use Firefox and have for 10 yrs. and have...

I also use Firefox and have for 10 yrs. and have been with Strava for around 5-6 yrs. Everything was fine until now.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 12:35 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 298
Posted By bruce19

I'm logged in and when I go to the people I was...

I'm logged in and when I go to the people I was following it says I'm following them. Yes, it used to show the people I'm following but it no longer shows anyone.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 11:49 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 298
Posted By bruce19

Need Strava help

I'm at my wit's end with this Strava issue. FWIW trying to get help from Strava is like pissing into the wind. So, I am a premium member. When I go to Strava on my desk top all I get is a blank page...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-30-24, 03:07 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 498
Posted By bruce19

I'm well down the intensity path too. In my case...

I'm well down the intensity path too. In my case that was always my game in other sports. Explosive but was useless past 100 yds or a couple of minutes. So, it all fits for me in my 8th decade (78 on...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 02:52 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 811
Posted By bruce19

That sucks. Heal well and quickly.

That sucks. Heal well and quickly.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-29-24, 05:50 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 610
Posted By bruce19

Haven't looked for your specific tires but these...

Haven't looked for your specific tires but these sites have treated me well.

https://www.competitivecyclist.com/schwalbe-road-bike-tires
https://www.theproscloset.com/collections/schwalbe
Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-28-24, 06:45 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 498
Posted By bruce19

I have no problem with closing the former.

I have no problem with closing the former.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-24, 06:41 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 509
Posted By bruce19

Dylan Thomas.....one of my favorites.,

Dylan Thomas.....one of my favorites.,
Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-28-24, 05:37 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 498
Posted By bruce19

How to use my power meter?

I posted a similar thread in Road Cycling. It was a bit different in terms of the info I am seeking. But, apologies if this seems redundant. Having said that, a bit of background. I will be 78 on...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-28-24, 04:53 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 651
Posted By bruce19

Yup. Willimantic, CT is notorious around here for...

Yup. Willimantic, CT is notorious around here for young people, male & female, zipping around main streets on motor scooters, illegal dirt bikes and, now, e-bikes. Shorts, T-shirts, flip flops and,...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-24, 04:09 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 509
Posted By bruce19

During the past two weeks I've repeated this...

During the past two weeks I've repeated this exact route about 6 times for my comparo of my 4 road bikes. Each one of those rides, despite different bikes, were done at 13.1 or13.2 mph. Not something...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-24, 04:01 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 509
Posted By bruce19

Exactly my fear.

Exactly my fear.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-27-24, 02:59 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 509
Posted By bruce19

Got a Power Meter. Have no idea what it means.

So, for some reason, Canyon shipped me my Aeroad CF SL with a power meter. It was not spec'ed but it is there. So, I syncbed it and went for a ride. Over 9 miles it showed 120 watts average and 300...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-27-24, 02:52 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 4,512
Posted By bruce19

The one that helped me in the beginning of this...

The one that helped me in the beginning of this mad affair with cycling was the Greg LeMond book.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-25-24, 09:52 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 2,566
Posted By bruce19

40 yrs. 2 crashes on the road. 1st crash -...

40 yrs.
2 crashes on the road.
1st crash - some road rash (hit something slick in a corner)
2nd crash - a broken neck that resulted in C1 & C2 being fused (hit a pot hole and went over the top)
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-24-24, 03:14 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 618
Posted By bruce19

All I can say is I love my CAAD 12. ...

All I can say is I love my CAAD 12.

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1124/20190504_133717_ef1134763c1012ac25ca81cca6fc8f15679bc260.jpg
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-24-24, 03:10 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 11,614
Posted By bruce19

https://www.canyon.com/en-us/road-bikes/aero-bikes...

https://www.canyon.com/en-us/road-bikes/aero-bikes/aeroad/cf-sl/aeroad-cf-sl-8-disc/3050.html?dwvar_3050_pv_rahmenfarbe=GY
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-24-24, 03:09 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 448
Posted By bruce19

Pants AND underpants? I can't imagine that being...

Pants AND underpants? I can't imagine that being comfortable.It's not the saddle/seat IMO.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-24-24, 03:06 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,992
Posted By bruce19

40 yrs ago I started out with real chamois. I...

40 yrs ago I started out with real chamois. I would never go back. These days it's Castelli after years with Assos. Whatever works for you.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-24-24, 09:05 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 406
Posted By bruce19

Completed my comparo with a CAAD 12 ride. Before...

Completed my comparo with a CAAD 12 ride. Before the ride I was pretty sure this would be the bike I might sell. And, this was an aberrant ride unlike the other three rides. On the ride, an older...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-23-24, 06:34 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 1,857
Posted By bruce19

People need to listen to people who have...

People need to listen to people who have expertise. I was a college QB and I say to my friend Ron (the bike guy) "If we talk football and you don't listen to me, you are an idiot. If we talk cycling...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-23-24, 06:29 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 699
Posted By bruce19

I don't know what your wife needs but a "cushy"...

I don't know what your wife needs but a "cushy" seat is not a good or comfortable thing IMO. Good luck.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-23-24, 06:26 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 406
Posted By bruce19

Not sure but I might be selling mine. Bought new...

Not sure but I might be selling mine. Bought new in 2019. Probably has about 500 miles on it. Aksiums and 105. In addition to the bikes I mentioned I also have a MASI Gran Criterium S (AL w/CF fork...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-23-24, 05:24 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,983
Posted By bruce19

Nope. As others have mentioned my bikes are never...

Nope. As others have mentioned my bikes are never left out of sight when not in the garage. A habit since I got into motorcycling around 1975.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-23-24, 05:19 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 1,857
Posted By bruce19

My wife is not averse to advice. But, when she is...

My wife is not averse to advice. But, when she is stuck in a bad habit and isn't listening to me I call a friend. He was a bike mechanic, LBS owner, industry rep (Bianchi, Louis
Garneau, etc) and...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-23-24, 05:08 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 406
Posted By bruce19

It's a 2016 with Fi'zi:k Carbon, 27.2mm seat...

It's a 2016 with Fi'zi:k Carbon, 27.2mm seat post.

https://www.theproscloset.com/products/2016-guru-photon-m?variant=41613933576384#shopify-section-product-specifications
Forum: Road Cycling
05-22-24, 10:27 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 406
Posted By bruce19

I've been thinking about marketing a computer...

I've been thinking about marketing a computer that gives high speed readings. Reality is overrated.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-22-24, 10:25 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 406
Posted By bruce19

never

never
Forum: Road Cycling
05-22-24, 08:20 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 406
Posted By bruce19

It is AL. I remember the originals too. Back in...

It is AL. I remember the originals too. Back in the day when they were made in Cannondale, CT. Absolutely, the worst ride ever. This is a totally different animal. Hydro formed tubes. I think that's...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-22-24, 07:55 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 406
Posted By bruce19

CAAD 12:: Hopefully, I will get out on it today....

CAAD 12:: Hopefully, I will get out on it today. If not, probably on Friday since we have Invisible Fence puppy training tomorrow.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-22-24, 07:53 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 406
Posted By bruce19

Guru Sidero (steel): Now this was different. It's...

Guru Sidero (steel): Now this was different. It's outfitted with SRAM 10 sp mechanical and that is different for sure. To me the difference is like a good manual trans car and a good automatic. Not...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-22-24, 07:40 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 406
Posted By bruce19

GURU Photon: This is the lightest bike. It is not...

GURU Photon: This is the lightest bike. It is not as stiff as the Aeroad and has a little more supple feel to the ride. Still, it's a planted and comfortable ride. There is a noticeable difference in...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-22-24, 07:30 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 406
Posted By bruce19

Canyon Aeroad: It just feels fast. It might be in...

Canyon Aeroad: It just feels fast. It might be in spots. It feels stiff and nimble. It also accelerates quickly.I really don't feel any deficit in the way it climbs which is often the criticism of...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-22-24, 07:17 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 406
Posted By bruce19

Doing a Comparo of my road bikes

Background: I am 78 yrs old and we are trying to house break two Berrnadoodle puppies so I don't have a lot of time to ride. It's also the start of my season and I don't have fitness. I kept going...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-22-24, 06:07 AM
Replies: 110
Views: 3,653
Posted By bruce19

Have you checked fingerless motorcycle gloves? I...

Have you checked fingerless motorcycle gloves? I have no idea if that would work but maybe worth a look.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-22-24, 06:05 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,331
Posted By bruce19

I remember Dnvrfox. Thank you for your efforts. I...

I remember Dnvrfox. Thank you for your efforts. I hope all goes well for you. Again thank you.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-21-24, 05:17 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 1,892
Posted By bruce19

I doubt that I will ever own an e-bike. Just...

I doubt that I will ever own an e-bike. Just doesn't appeal to me. I'll just ride my Triumph Street Triple to the pub.
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