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Forum: Road Cycling
03-31-17, 10:00 PM
Replies: 3,146
Views: 950,903
Posted By Kamau

Code updated: 59428 The Nashbar 105 Road and...

Code updated: 59428

The Nashbar 105 Road and Cross bikes are included in the %30 off making them an absolute steal! [Jenn]
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-02-16, 08:08 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 15,370
Posted By Kamau

35's will be more comfortable, 28's will faster...

35's will be more comfortable, 28's will faster (nominally unless lots of climbing) if running the 35's at a lower pressure, all else equal.
I went from 25 to 38's and the comfort gain is more...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-14-16, 10:01 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 4,914
Posted By Kamau

I usually run 80/90 F/R for 25mm Conti GP 4000s @...

I usually run 80/90 F/R for 25mm Conti GP 4000s @ 180lbs too. Mostly riding paved trails with lots of cracks, gravel and bramble.
If I'm riding with a fast group on the road I'll bump it up to...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-13-16, 02:51 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,139
Posted By Kamau

Went and checked out the Diamondback in Dick's...

Went and checked out the Diamondback in Dick's Sporting Goods for my brother and thought they were an excellent value. Considering the only bikes comparable are online only and would require some...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-07-16, 09:56 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,498
Posted By Kamau

All carbon bike at Ultegra spec, 850 is fair. ...

All carbon bike at Ultegra spec, 850 is fair.

This is about what an Allez would cost new with a groupset about 2-3 levels lower.

Price the frame on ebay, add a groupset, wheelset... 850 is not...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-03-16, 05:42 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,904
Posted By Kamau

I have a set of Fulcrum Racing 5 for the last 3...

I have a set of Fulcrum Racing 5 for the last 3 years that I've been happy with (1645g). I've also heard a lot of good about Nashbar's Vuelta Corsa Lite (1570g); never ridden them but from a price to...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-30-15, 09:51 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 6,263
Posted By Kamau

I ride a small bike on purpose. I've got about...

I ride a small bike on purpose. I've got about similar proportions if not a bit more exaggerated with 34" inseam @ 5'10" (just under) and ride a 54cm Speshy Allez.

I've run into similar issues...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-04-15, 10:34 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 13,960
Posted By Kamau

I bought one because it looked cool and......

I bought one because it looked cool and... well... I'm a sucker for big placebo
Forum: Road Cycling
05-10-15, 09:13 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 10,346
Posted By Kamau

How much headwind are we talking?

How much headwind are we talking?
Forum: Road Cycling
05-10-15, 09:10 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,471
Posted By Kamau

What is the top tube length, head tube and seat...

What is the top tube length, head tube and seat tube of your current bike? How does your current bike fit?
Forum: Road Cycling
05-10-15, 08:27 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 17,425
Posted By Kamau

Bike fit progression from a 56cm to a 54cm ...

Bike fit progression from a 56cm to a 54cm
http://imageshack.com/i/f3pq18j
Shortened the stem to 60mm, became quite twitchy, couldn't stand how it looked...
http://imageshack.com/i/eu4ucrj
Ended...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-10-15, 08:06 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,276
Posted By Kamau

Downhill arrow a corner, my front wheel went POW!...

Downhill arrow a corner, my front wheel went POW! and then I heard a girl scream :)
http://i.imgur.com/pbCNWu3.jpg
... so that's how cyclists become superstitious.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-30-15, 09:43 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,052
Posted By Kamau

That's why bike races try to make them go up...

That's why bike races try to make them go up mountains ;)
Forum: Road Cycling
04-27-15, 07:58 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,052
Posted By Kamau

Imagine a car going 20 mph and a train going...

Imagine a car going 20 mph and a train going 20mph, the car gets up to speed faster but also loses speed faster if you let off the accelerator. Now imagine these two vehicles going up a steep hill...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-25-15, 05:51 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 5,462
Posted By Kamau

Allowing a bike to fall over? Heathen.

Allowing a bike to fall over? Heathen.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-20-15, 05:22 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,161
Posted By Kamau

In order of things I bought: 1. Floor pump ...

In order of things I bought:

1. Floor pump
2. Helmet (rule #64 (http://www.bikeforums.net/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=64) )
3. Water bottles
4. Lezyne v10 multi tool (started with the...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-20-15, 04:43 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,430
Posted By Kamau

Got a 2013 Specialized Allez for $500 from my LBS...

Got a 2013 Specialized Allez for $500 from my LBS about a month ago. Weighs 8.3kg after Fulcrum 5 wheels, Shimano 105 group (5800) from prev. build.

You will likely end up with a faster bike...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-04-15, 10:01 PM
Replies: 2,239
Views: 572,759
Posted By Kamau

http://imageshack.com/a/img901/5791/ufjFo8.jpg

http://imageshack.com/a/img901/5791/ufjFo8.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
03-01-15, 10:54 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,211
Posted By Kamau

32mm tires with Shimano 5800 brakes (105)

Anyone succeeded (or failed), and what tire was tried?
Forum: Road Cycling
02-01-15, 03:22 PM
Replies: 21,365
Views: 5,285,279
Posted By Kamau

5800 Compact Crankset courtesy of Nashbie Bar,...

5800 Compact Crankset courtesy of Nashbie Bar, last piece of the puzzle :)
Forum: Road Cycling
01-23-15, 11:08 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,803
Posted By Kamau

I concur, on my second pair of Grio Ambient Ii,...

I concur, on my second pair of Grio Ambient Ii, good down to 40F for hours on end. I prefer the Amient ii over the original Ambient for comfort.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-31-14, 07:15 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 66,224
Posted By Kamau

Bought my first bike ever last December, rode...

Bought my first bike ever last December, rode 1850 miles.

Things I learned:
1. Flats happen
2. Rule #64 (http://www.bikeforums.net/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=64)
3. Most thoughts...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-24-14, 12:31 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,577
Posted By Kamau

Speshy Allez w/ 10 speed would run you abt 700....

Speshy Allez w/ 10 speed would run you abt 700. Bianchi, cool name but bike is from 1997 which makes it almost 2 decades back... Decades. Can't tell you how to haggle but sending sellers links to...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-24-14, 12:15 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,577
Posted By Kamau

Sounds like it should fit (6ft 34 inseam...

Sounds like it should fit (6ft 34 inseam 56-58cm). A new bike can be had for $700 (complete with warranty and servicing). Haggle.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-24-14, 12:00 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 14,625
Posted By Kamau

5'10" 34" inseam 54cm (short torso) 6'0 w/...

5'10" 34" inseam 54cm (short torso)

6'0 w/ 32" inseam (proportionally longer torso), I'd guess 58cm

6'0" w/ 34" inseam best guess 56cm

All estimates based on torso length and top tube,...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-23-14, 11:44 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 7,836
Posted By Kamau

^This Without a HRM, the calorie numbers can...

^This

Without a HRM, the calorie numbers can be a bit enthusiastic. Add a HRM and you will get closer to numbers resembling empirical data.

The question posed is how much calorie numbers are...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-23-14, 10:13 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 5,846
Posted By Kamau

In all seriousness your ftp could be higher...

In all seriousness your ftp could be higher outdoors than it is on a trainer if say the wind through your hair and the change of scenery really inspired you. In most cases however, your ftp observed...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-23-14, 10:02 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 5,846
Posted By Kamau

It could be higher if you didn't keel over...

It could be higher if you didn't keel over immediately after getting off the trainer, now get back on there and meditate on the V
Forum: Road Cycling
12-21-14, 06:42 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,389
Posted By Kamau

Couldn't you raise the seat a little to bring you...

Couldn't you raise the seat a little to bring you back within spec. for KOPS?

Regardless, that's what I did, weight distribution went from 60%-40% to 56%-44% rear to front, saddle to bar drop...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-21-14, 12:09 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,389
Posted By Kamau

http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/xq90/534/4ucr.jpg...

http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/xq90/534/4ucr.jpg

I did a 60mm stem once. I would not recommend it as it made by bike very twitchy on descents. Have you considered going to a 90mm stem with a...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-16-14, 08:18 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,922
Posted By Kamau

If your goal was 100mi. and you did 96.5mi, then...

If your goal was 100mi. and you did 96.5mi, then no. You have 6 days left.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-13-14, 08:29 PM
Replies: 3,146
Views: 950,903
Posted By Kamau

This

This
Forum: Road Cycling
10-01-14, 10:57 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 691
Posted By Kamau

Got my Fulcrum Racing 5's for $267. They spin...

Got my Fulcrum Racing 5's for $267. They spin fast (very low rolling resistance) and I've done about 1000 miles on them and haven't had to true them yet (170lbs).
Forum: Road Cycling
06-15-14, 09:10 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 5,860
Posted By Kamau

Touché It's not complicated. I...

Touché




It's not complicated. I could have phrased it, buy nice cycling stuff and you'll want to ride more. I think the other way sounds better.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-14, 11:54 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 5,860
Posted By Kamau

Nuke_diver, I had Strava running and my...

Nuke_diver,

I had Strava running and my Garmin Edge 510 on the bike. Got home and compared the GPS data and the 510 (purpose built singular application device) did a far better job than the iPhone...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-23-14, 10:37 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,832
Posted By Kamau

3 weeks later... ...

3 weeks later...
http://i1038.photobucket.com/albums/a467/kamaut/bike_zpse7317bd0.jpg (http://s1038.photobucket.com/user/kamaut/media/bike_zpse7317bd0.jpg.html)
Forum: Road Cycling
05-06-14, 09:44 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,852
Posted By Kamau

^Winning :)

^Winning :)
Forum: Road Cycling
05-05-14, 05:52 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,832
Posted By Kamau

Merlincycles.com had them at 267 bucks shipped.

Merlincycles.com had them at 267 bucks shipped.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-05-14, 05:46 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,636
Posted By Kamau

1. Buy a shirt that says Anemometer, make one if...

1. Buy a shirt that says Anemometer, make one if none available.
2. Put shirt on.
3. If you don't know what to do next, return to step one.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-04-14, 08:26 PM
Replies: 203
Views: 18,338
Posted By Kamau

big tree branch on trail, non bike friendly...

big tree branch on trail, non bike friendly manhole cover, 2 car squeeze jump curb time etc.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-04-14, 08:26 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,832
Posted By Kamau

Top tip Campag, I went with the 2014 model....

Top tip Campag, I went with the 2014 model. Anyone know the spacer size needed to fit a 7 speed cassette to an 11 speed wheel?
Forum: Road Cycling
05-03-14, 08:34 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,832
Posted By Kamau

Your doubt is valid, weight slipped down on the...

Your doubt is valid, weight slipped down on the priority list below reliable after recent reality check with gravity.
Vuelta Corsa Lites are still an awesome deal, no two ways about it.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-03-14, 08:06 PM
Replies: 203
Views: 18,338
Posted By Kamau

Rookie mistakes Riding without spare tube ...

Rookie mistakes

Riding without spare tube
Not scouting weather report
Seat not high enough leading to bad form
Not practicing the bunny hop
Underdressing for cold
Forum: Road Cycling
05-03-14, 07:13 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,832
Posted By Kamau

Those Fulcrum's look durable and the Titans look...

Those Fulcrum's look durable and the Titans look really good value. Campy's are grown people business :).

Considered DT Swiss 440 rims and building up what I had left after crashing yesterday but...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-03-14, 04:21 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,832
Posted By Kamau

Wheelset Advice, Budget $300

I know this topic has been beaten to death, but let's beat it to death further for 2014's sake.

Goal: sub 1700g wheelset

Currently thinking Vuelta Corsa Lites
Any others out there I should...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-06-14, 08:06 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,971
Posted By Kamau

Rode 52 miles today, first time riding more than...

Rode 52 miles today, first time riding more than 30.
Met some cool people along the way, a co-worker with a flat and a guy that also plays tennis.
Time 3.5hrs, day well spent.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-25-14, 05:08 PM
Replies: 165
Views: 9,051
Posted By Kamau

I'm 26 and never really heard of cycling before I...

I'm 26 and never really heard of cycling before I started. I helped a guy move and he gave me a mtb but outside of that it did not exist. Cost of entry is not it because there are tons of bicycle...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-19-14, 02:38 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,862
Posted By Kamau

This

This
Forum: Road Cycling
03-19-14, 07:01 AM
Replies: 3,146
Views: 950,903
Posted By Kamau

Cool site glitch! On Nashbar as of this...

Cool site glitch!

On Nashbar as of this morning, their mobile site (worked on my iPhone 4s) is displaying:

Vuelta Corsa Lites at $249.99
Vuelta SLR $299.99 Edit: these are the super lites,...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-11-14, 05:39 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,211
Posted By Kamau

beauty!

beauty!
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