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Forum: Road Cycling
01-25-16, 10:06 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 757
Posted By series1811

Finally had some clear roads after a few weeks of...

Finally had some clear roads after a few weeks of snow storms and put 20 miles in after my morning swim. 24 degrees and cloudy but calm. I sure do appreciate even a little sunshine on cold days,...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-12-16, 02:07 PM
Replies: 211
Views: 11,882
Posted By series1811

Wow, and you call me rude. Good luck out there. ...

Wow, and you call me rude. Good luck out there. If I don't wave, don't take it personally.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-12-16, 11:38 AM
Replies: 211
Views: 11,882
Posted By series1811

I do just fine holding my position in a group, I...

I do just fine holding my position in a group, I have for years. Don't assume I am a rude person for lack of waving or that I am unskilled. When I am riding I choose to focus on the task at hand. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-12-16, 11:17 AM
Replies: 211
Views: 11,882
Posted By series1811

Because I am riding the wheel on the guy in front...

Because I am riding the wheel on the guy in front of me and paying attention to my riding. It would probably be more rude if I slammed into the guy in front of me while trying to wave hi to the Fred...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-12-16, 08:45 AM
Replies: 211
Views: 11,882
Posted By series1811

If I am riding hard, I may or may not wave. My...

If I am riding hard, I may or may not wave. My wave generally consists of two fingers coming off of the bars if I recognize the person. The most social I get riding is group rides. I never wave on...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-08-16, 09:32 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 5,249
Posted By series1811

I had to cut back - shorter and fewer rides. ...

I had to cut back - shorter and fewer rides. When our kids got a little older and more independent, I resumed my activities.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-08-16, 09:29 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,146
Posted By series1811

Shimano Ultegra are tubeless ready.

Shimano Ultegra are tubeless ready.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-08-16, 09:27 AM
Replies: 227
Views: 16,923
Posted By series1811

Yes. Better alloys, better extruding, better...

Yes.

Better alloys, better extruding, better welding. They all make for a lighter, stronger frame than was possible 15 years ago.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-07-16, 01:35 PM
Replies: 111
Views: 6,521
Posted By series1811

It's all original stuff and in nearly perfect...

It's all original stuff and in nearly perfect condition. The old campy stuff is like artwork. I also keep it that way for the nostalgia of when I used to ride in my early twenties. I don't ride it...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-07-16, 10:03 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,777
Posted By series1811

Good advice. I use the same approach for...

Good advice. I use the same approach for running. Dress just enough to get you out the door, you will warm up pretty quickly after that. I have done runs in temps as low as -15 F.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-07-16, 09:51 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,777
Posted By series1811

I have been using a Castelli Confronto jacket...

I have been using a Castelli Confronto jacket with a thermal compression top underneath, and a thin fleece top over that for insulation . The jacket has two large zippered vents on the sides under...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-07-16, 09:19 AM
Replies: 111
Views: 6,521
Posted By series1811

I can ride nearly as fast on the flats on my 1988...

I can ride nearly as fast on the flats on my 1988 Basso Gap (21 pounds) as my 2015 Cannondale Supersix EVO 105 (15 pounds with carbon wheels and upgraded crankset). The Cannondale is slightly faster...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-07-16, 09:13 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,782
Posted By series1811

I'm biased. Get the Cannondale. You can likely...

I'm biased. Get the Cannondale. You can likely find one of last year's models for 50% off if you go through an exclusive dealer. The Supersix EVO himod is an amazing bike.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-16-15, 09:20 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,774
Posted By series1811

There are good tutorials online for derailleur...

There are good tutorials online for derailleur adjustments. If you don’t want to DIY, have a shop do it. Sounds like all it needs is a basic tune up.

Of course, if a new 11 speed group set is...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-10-15, 03:20 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,483
Posted By series1811

As far as weight goes, my Cannondale alloy stem...

As far as weight goes, my Cannondale alloy stem is lighter than a carbon FSA stem. I don't know about vibration dampening, not that I get much to begin with on my Supersix EVO, but the alloy...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-10-15, 11:40 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,146
Posted By series1811

Bodyglide works great. The only time I use it is...

Bodyglide works great. The only time I use it is running to protect from nipple chafing on long runs. I am sure it would work equally well for OP's problem.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-08-15, 11:35 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,733
Posted By series1811

Check the inside surface of your tire. Run your...

Check the inside surface of your tire. Run your fingertip over the entire surface feeling for any foreign object that may be protruding. It is not unheard of to have a small thorn penetrate deep...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-07-15, 11:16 AM
Replies: 263
Views: 21,987
Posted By series1811

Add Biopace chainrings = mind blown

Add Biopace chainrings = mind blown
Forum: Road Cycling
12-07-15, 09:22 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 3,164
Posted By series1811

Ride hills more, lose weight, hit the squat rack....

Ride hills more, lose weight, hit the squat rack. Group rides tend to break up into two groups; those that want to hammer and those that want to keep a steady pace. On long climbs it is usually...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-02-15, 02:00 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 6,105
Posted By series1811

The only times I have ever bonked is around mile...

The only times I have ever bonked is around mile 21 running a marathon. I get tired and hungry while riding, but even doing a century ride I never bonked. I don't take food on a ride less than 50...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-02-15, 09:07 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 3,320
Posted By series1811

My average speed on my CF 2015 Cannondale...

My average speed on my CF 2015 Cannondale Supersix EVO and my steel 1988 Basso Gap on the flats are nearly identical. Uphill the Cannondale is notably faster.
Forum: Winter Cycling
12-01-15, 04:55 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,445
Posted By series1811

Tuna can packed with rolled up corrugated...

Tuna can packed with rolled up corrugated cardboard. Fill with melted paraffin. Light like a candle, burns for 2-3 hours. Works like a champ.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-01-15, 04:34 PM
Replies: 21,406
Views: 5,320,782
Posted By series1811

Castelli Toe Thingy Castelli Confronto Jacket

Castelli Toe Thingy
Castelli Confronto Jacket
Forum: Road Cycling
12-01-15, 04:28 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,149
Posted By series1811

Simple Green is an excellent degreaser as well.

Simple Green is an excellent degreaser as well.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-01-15, 03:53 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,149
Posted By series1811

Can't remove the rubber parts before cleaning?

Can't remove the rubber parts before cleaning?
Forum: Road Cycling
12-01-15, 09:43 AM
Replies: 263
Views: 21,987
Posted By series1811

If I am on a downhill grade or have a decent...

If I am on a downhill grade or have a decent tailwind I use my 11T. I like having it as an option and with an 11 sp cassette, I still have enough cogs to cover my higher gearing. The 7 sp cassette...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-01-15, 09:33 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,149
Posted By series1811

Why bother cleaning? That cassette looks pretty...

Why bother cleaning? That cassette looks pretty clean to me. :lol:


Seriously though, Berryman Chem Dip.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-30-15, 09:51 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,390
Posted By series1811

Dieter's Sprockets

Dieter's Sprockets
Forum: Road Cycling
11-24-15, 11:15 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 6,869
Posted By series1811

It's a Cannondale thing. Still looking for an 86...

It's a Cannondale thing. Still looking for an 86 or 87 Black Lightning. It was my ultimate dream bike back in the day.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-23-15, 02:35 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,705
Posted By series1811

Get a nice vintage bicycle. $700 will get you a...

Get a nice vintage bicycle. $700 will get you a very nice one. They are a ton of fun.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-23-15, 02:33 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,951
Posted By series1811

Shove the pup in your jersey pocket. Be careful...

Shove the pup in your jersey pocket. Be careful your cell phone is in a different pocket so he doesn't chew on it.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-19-15, 11:33 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 654
Posted By series1811

I keep a stock of extra tubes and tires on hand...

I keep a stock of extra tubes and tires on hand to replace ones that fail. I keep cash in my saddle bag. I always have a cell phone so I can make the call of shame instead of the walk of shame.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-16-15, 10:13 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,416
Posted By series1811

That makes sense. I haven't been around long...

That makes sense. I haven't been around long enough to catch that. Is the prior thread still around?
Forum: Road Cycling
11-16-15, 08:46 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,416
Posted By series1811

Troll threads usually do, and this wasn't even a...

Troll threads usually do, and this wasn't even a very good troll thread.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-13-15, 09:48 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,667
Posted By series1811

I think it is a good system but prone to problems...

I think it is a good system but prone to problems if not installed precisely. Even the factory installed crank on mine had problems within a few hundred miles. Turns out that insufficient grease...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-13-15, 09:39 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,416
Posted By series1811

If your bike is that defective, you should...

If your bike is that defective, you should consider suing Trek. Imagine what would happen if that dust flies off your bike and in your face while going downhill on flat tires. I bet the factory...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-12-15, 02:45 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,064
Posted By series1811

Nice wheels. Be careful on your descents. Watch...

Nice wheels. Be careful on your descents. Watch for overheating.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-09-15, 04:21 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 13,904
Posted By series1811

I had a dog chase after me on a run. I wasn't in...

I had a dog chase after me on a run. I wasn't in the mood so I ran after it yelling I was going to get him. He turned tail and ran away. Next day I saw it again and ran towards it at a full...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-09-15, 04:11 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 13,904
Posted By series1811

Spraying a dog with pepper spray is far more...

Spraying a dog with pepper spray is far more humane that kicking it. It is fairly easy to break a dog's ribs or injure it from a solid kick. The effects of pepper spray are very temporary. I have...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-06-15, 03:38 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 12,458
Posted By series1811

Garmin 510. It came free with my Cannondale as...

Garmin 510. It came free with my Cannondale as part of a promotional deal.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-05-15, 09:59 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,251
Posted By series1811

Cannondale>Look

Cannondale>Look
Forum: Road Cycling
11-05-15, 09:57 AM
Replies: 144
Views: 8,879
Posted By series1811

Running will give you better cardio IMO. I run...

Running will give you better cardio IMO. I run specifically for that reason.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-05-15, 09:46 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 22,879
Posted By series1811

I run a 105 11sp chain. It is quiet and smooth...

I run a 105 11sp chain. It is quiet and smooth and shifts perfectly. I ran one this year for 2,500 miles with zero issues. As a bonus, they are also inexpensive (I got mine fro Jenson or $19). ...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-03-15, 01:44 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 4,314
Posted By series1811

Most of my rides are under 50 miles so I went...

Most of my rides are under 50 miles so I went with the Supersix EVO. It has done just fine on century rides as well. In fact, I was not even tired after the century rides. I think all of the...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-03-15, 09:18 AM
Replies: 21,406
Views: 5,320,782
Posted By series1811

Just picked up a vintage 39T Campy chainring for...

Just picked up a vintage 39T Campy chainring for my 88 Basso Gap. It will replace the 42 giving me a 53/39 crank. Now to find a vintage 14/28 7sp freewheel.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-03-15, 09:09 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 8,893
Posted By series1811

+1. Sugoi makes good stuff.

+1. Sugoi makes good stuff.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-03-15, 09:01 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 5,777
Posted By series1811

The rider first and foremost. After that, it is...

The rider first and foremost. After that, it is about optimizing the rider's efforts by improving the performance of the bike.

I think the OP was asking what makes the cycle in and of itself...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-02-15, 11:51 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 6,728
Posted By series1811

LOL. Cat 5 mark.

LOL. Cat 5 mark.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-02-15, 08:54 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 6,728
Posted By series1811

I eat because riding makes me hungry, I ride to...

I eat because riding makes me hungry, I ride to burn off what I ate. Its a vicious cycle.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-30-15, 11:31 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,494
Posted By series1811

I came here to post this. Find a 20 mile...

I came here to post this. Find a 20 mile segment, go max effort. Have someone pick you up where you end so you don't have to ride back in it. Enjoy the ride!
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