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Forum: Road Cycling
05-23-24, 06:36 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 1,964
Posted By Zaskar

And I could kick his ass because I watched a...

And I could kick his ass because I watched a couple episodes of Walker Texas Ranger.

Crazy that this topic popped up - a few of us were talking about this last week. Right now, my finger is...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-22-24, 03:03 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 771
Posted By Zaskar

I'll pile on - it's all about the gearing. I live...

I'll pile on - it's all about the gearing. I live in Atlanta. It's damn hilly... unless you compare it to Seattle or SF. Let's call it very rolling ;-) I ride a single speed fairly often with my club...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-16-24, 08:37 AM
Replies: 161
Views: 3,832
Posted By Zaskar

I do like my wooden chain. Though, the maple...

I do like my wooden chain. Though, the maple syrup lube attracts bees.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-01-24, 09:02 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,474
Posted By Zaskar

Don't discount one of the primary, if not, the...

Don't discount one of the primary, if not, the primary drivers in attracting customers in this category – aesthetics. I'll admit the dropped seat stays simply look better. Part of it may be that they...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
03-09-24, 05:45 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,398
Posted By Zaskar

Oooh. I did not. Thanks!!

Oooh. I did not. Thanks!!
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
03-08-24, 12:50 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,398
Posted By Zaskar

Headlight - out front mount, underneath

I'm researching headlights. I'm surprised how many companies make high-end lights that are intended for the top of the bar only. Magicshine is the only one I've found that has an option (two...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-06-24, 04:25 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,824
Posted By Zaskar

It has to be banned. The UCI banned fairings on...

It has to be banned. The UCI banned fairings on bikes decades ago. These guys just figured out how to wear a fairing. I suspect they'll just edit the existing rule...

“A fairing shall be defined...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-14-24, 08:59 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,048
Posted By Zaskar

Good point datlas - the 73 (actually, 72.5) PSI...

Good point datlas - the 73 (actually, 72.5) PSI is the spec from Syncros on the hookless rim. There's always been that standard 1.5x safety margin in engineering... that a gross generalization for...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-13-24, 05:05 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,048
Posted By Zaskar

Yep. Typo.. dammit. Thanks datlas!

Yep. Typo.. dammit. Thanks datlas!
Forum: Road Cycling
02-13-24, 02:28 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,048
Posted By Zaskar

Hookless Rim Max PSI.. is low

Okay first off, I know. These numbers are for my safety... and the safety of anyone behind me... I know. I would never exceed the max PSI on a tire. Ever.

But let's say someone did....
Forum: Road Cycling
01-17-24, 08:50 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,592
Posted By Zaskar

I've used tire shine (ironically the low-shine) ...

I've used tire shine (ironically the low-shine) liberally on all of my cars/trucks and never felt the slightest bit of traction loss. Okay sure, if you slather up the treads in the pits and hit the...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-04-24, 09:25 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,375
Posted By Zaskar

I struggled for a long (!) time to get Schwalbe...

I struggled for a long (!) time to get Schwalbe Pro Ones to hold air. I added Stans, retaped, added Stans (again)... still lost 20 psi on an hour ride. To ensure the sealant was distributed...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-14-23, 11:36 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 45,045
Posted By Zaskar

It's all about the power to weight, isn't it. My...

It's all about the power to weight, isn't it. My peak 3 sec. power is (okay, was) around 1300. But I weigh 180 lbs. Also, my peak numbers are in the same place on a frequent ride - about 16 miles...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-09-23, 09:00 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,389
Posted By Zaskar

There's a bit more to it than just removing the...

There's a bit more to it than just removing the derailleur. Not a lot, but it should factor in. You'll want to replace your shifters. Having a "dead" left side might be annoying. So, remove the...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-18-23, 12:28 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,173
Posted By Zaskar

The Canyons I have and have worked on all have...

The Canyons I have and have worked on all have M12 x 1.0 thru bolts. Which Canyon are you working on?
Forum: Road Cycling
11-15-23, 04:35 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,865
Posted By Zaskar

Yeah... that was my point. Just like "NASA...

Yeah... that was my point. Just like "NASA Inspired" did not take place at NASA.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-15-23, 02:12 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,865
Posted By Zaskar

Yeah, "Assembled in the USA" is right up with...

Yeah, "Assembled in the USA" is right up with "NASA Inspired." You gotta give those marketing guys credit. Oh, full disclosure... I'm a marketing guy.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-15-23, 10:04 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,865
Posted By Zaskar

Correct me if I'm wrong (it's a thing), but...

Correct me if I'm wrong (it's a thing), but aren't Trek's carbon road (and mtn) frame sets still manufactured at Quest Composites in Taiwan... along with Canyon's carbon frame sets?
Forum: Road Cycling
11-14-23, 04:23 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,865
Posted By Zaskar

$8,000 for a 105 bike. Damn. Go Trek.

$8,000 for a 105 bike. Damn. Go Trek.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-09-23, 07:35 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 3,777
Posted By Zaskar

I read all the above posts, agreed with most, and...

I read all the above posts, agreed with most, and was ready to add my comments - but Mtracer beat me to it. I had the exact same experience. I used to think electronic shifting a gimmick - and...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-06-23, 10:29 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,116
Posted By Zaskar

I'm just under 6'1" but my legs are ridiculously...

I'm just under 6'1" but my legs are ridiculously long - hence being fitted on a 61cm (twice)... so, I looked like a normal dude riding some big dude's bike.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-01-23, 10:40 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,116
Posted By Zaskar

I TOTALLY get the looks thing. It shouldn't...

I TOTALLY get the looks thing. It shouldn't matter, but it does. I hated the look of my 62 - it looked like I borrowed it from an NBA player. My next bike was a 58. I was able to replicate my fit...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-06-23, 06:54 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 3,790
Posted By Zaskar

Don't be an *$#^!%. Most products are developed...

Don't be an *$#^!%. Most products are developed for specific tasks. Names, descriptors, taglines, copy, etc. help the buyer figure out what is right for them. If Nike marketed all of their shoes as...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-04-23, 06:43 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,885
Posted By Zaskar

I'd say the reduced pressure is beneficial out of...

I'd say the reduced pressure is beneficial out of the saddle. I'm about 177 lbs (200ish total) and a former 110/100 23c tubed guy - from when we thought that meant lower rolling resistance. I went...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-21-23, 09:04 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 407
Posted By Zaskar

Ideal use case for different sealant? Warning another tubeless thread

On my primary road bike, I recently gave up on Stans... or Schwalbe tires... or Schwalbe and Stans. Well, after months of not being able to keep air in the tires, I switched to Orange Seal and Conti...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-14-23, 11:32 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,993
Posted By Zaskar

I have lots of bikes. But, I do think the two or...

I have lots of bikes. But, I do think the two or three bike model is all most of us needs - assuming road and gravel are the only types of riding you do.

1. Primary road bike.
2. Gravel bike
3....
Forum: Training & Nutrition
09-12-23, 09:55 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,225
Posted By Zaskar

New meds - no. (not on any meds) Changes to fit...

New meds - no. (not on any meds)
Changes to fit - no.
Changes to diet - no.
Changes to anything... no.

Do you guys remember that movie "The Highlander"? These badass warriors live hundreds of...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
09-11-23, 12:38 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,225
Posted By Zaskar

In order of likelihood... Diabetes. I mean,...

In order of likelihood...

Diabetes. I mean, it's possible, I guess. I have no other symptoms, have never had any bloodwork that was remotely close to indicating diabetes, etc., etc.
Pregnancy....
Forum: Training & Nutrition
09-11-23, 11:04 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,225
Posted By Zaskar

Thanks guys. I was already thinking this would be...

Thanks guys. I was already thinking this would be the nudge to schedule my annual (every three years) physical. It'd be awesome if the bloodwork would be a clue - "There it is! Your htfubulin is...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
09-11-23, 06:37 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,225
Posted By Zaskar

Legs cramping before they're tired.

This is killing me. I can NOT figure out what's going on. This year, I've been fighting cramps like never before. I realize that getting older - turned 55 in June - comes with lots of general...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-30-23, 12:41 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 379
Posted By Zaskar

I think the idea of "breaking in" saddles is...

I think the idea of "breaking in" saddles is from the days of Brooks... I mean yore. There's not enough to my Ariones to break in.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-16-23, 10:39 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,679
Posted By Zaskar

Embrace the Invisible Hour. My club - about 20...

Embrace the Invisible Hour. My club - about 20 active, all dads, age range 38-62; avg. age 50(ish)... We've been meeting at 6am for an hour ride for about 13 years. On weekends; usually Saturday, we...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-28-23, 07:00 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,205
Posted By Zaskar

I've had a 1UpUSA for 8 or 9 years. It's still...

I've had a 1UpUSA for 8 or 9 years. It's still basically like new - they're that well made. But yeah, can be a long lead time.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-26-23, 10:35 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,663
Posted By Zaskar

I'm curious WhyFi - what do you weigh and which...

I'm curious WhyFi - what do you weigh and which Assaults did you have? I'm about 180lbs and love my 42mm Assaults - haven't felt any adverse effects from the wind.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-26-23, 06:26 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,663
Posted By Zaskar

Look Bikealangelo, just because you have the...

Look Bikealangelo, just because you have the coolest username... okay, that's all I got.

Weight can a factor too - in that lighter AND newer riders might feel uncomfortable on deep section...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-24-23, 03:23 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 398
Posted By Zaskar

I think that Raleigh is worth about $200. Your...

I think that Raleigh is worth about $200. Your $585 can do better.
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-17-23, 02:32 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 929
Posted By Zaskar

5:45 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Tl5gOUkqUA

5:45 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Tl5gOUkqUA
Forum: Road Cycling
07-11-23, 02:53 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 801
Posted By Zaskar

Oh but wait... the guys in the tour are...

Oh but wait... the guys in the tour are exponentially better at this. As rough as the back of a pro peloton is, we mortals have it worse. Amateurs are much worse at being smooth, anticipating lifts...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-11-23, 01:55 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 801
Posted By Zaskar

So, no. The effect isn't a bell curve, i.e., The...

So, no. The effect isn't a bell curve, i.e., The decrease in resistance doesn't peak at 4 or 7 or whatever, then reverse. The decrease decreases at a slowly decreasing rate.

But, and it's a big...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-10-23, 10:55 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,695
Posted By Zaskar

Side note on the Mavics - don't buy any of the...

Side note on the Mavics - don't buy any of the Mavics with this style toe protector - the boomerang-shaped rubber piece at the toe. They fall over very easily. Then you wear through the carbon in a...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-06-23, 10:40 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,430
Posted By Zaskar

Ooof. That does complicate things. Sounds...

Ooof. That does complicate things.

Sounds like it may be focal hyperhidrosis. Okay, I looked that up. But it does seem like a question for your doc before you go straight to using an...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-05-23, 03:17 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,492
Posted By Zaskar

aaaand I have feedback. I bought a Jaco...

aaaand I have feedback.

I bought a Jaco (4.4 stars out of 2,437 reviews) tire chuck. It locks on to the valve (releases with a push button) and has a gauge and a trigger. It does require using...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-29-23, 08:22 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 532
Posted By Zaskar

11 and 12 chainrings are not identical. The teeth...

11 and 12 chainrings are not identical. The teeth are cut to work with the ramps on the 12-speed chain... which is designed (plates) to work with a 12-speed cassette. On the crank, the spacing of the...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-29-23, 07:25 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 532
Posted By Zaskar

The 12-speed chainrings are spaced bit wider than...

The 12-speed chainrings are spaced bit wider than 11-speed

If you're not changing size/tooth count, the derailleur location - vertical on the mount and rotational - doesn't change.

You may need...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-28-23, 06:55 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 532
Posted By Zaskar

You should be fine. - The outside width of the...

You should be fine.
- The outside width of the chain gets narrower as the cog count goes up, i.e., an 11-speed chain is wider than a 12-speed chain - but only the outside dimensions.
- The inside...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-27-23, 10:29 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,080
Posted By Zaskar

I completely agree. 90-95 is my sweet spot. 22 is...

I completely agree. 90-95 is my sweet spot. 22 is the avg. There are some sections (one long one) that require peddling at 32++. We keep a mostly organized line for that ride - taking turns at the...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-27-23, 06:38 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,080
Posted By Zaskar

Who said anything about going "slowly"? ;-) The...

Who said anything about going "slowly"? ;-) The bike with the 99 gear inches is a lot of fun on our "fast days" (relative term, we're all old guys) - the mid-week morning ride; a 20-mile loop with...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-23-23, 11:05 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,080
Posted By Zaskar

52/14 for sorta hilly Atlanta. I know - seems...

52/14 for sorta hilly Atlanta. I know - seems backwards. But doing group rides mandated a bigger gear to keep up on the fast flats (and slight downhills).
Forum: Road Cycling
06-21-23, 11:40 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 560
Posted By Zaskar

Scammers often use someone else's pics and...

Scammers often use someone else's pics and details so it would look legit. Maybe ask the seller - via text/email - some questions that seem legit but aren't...
- Are the batteries the originals that...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-21-23, 10:58 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 560
Posted By Zaskar

Canyon has two road bikes - Ultimate and...

Canyon has two road bikes - Ultimate and Endurance. The Ultimate is more of a race bike. That's really a relative term. I mean, these are bikes. The differences in a race bike and an endurance bike...
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