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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-17-24, 12:13 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 1,547
Posted By mstateglfr

You want to keep the thread PG rated, cool, but...

You want to keep the thread PG rated, cool, but what does the other 'PG' in your comment stand for? Does that mean PG rating too?...if so, I dont understand your comment. If it doesnt mean that,...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-16-24, 09:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 165
Posted By mstateglfr

So the $3600 bike is on sale for $2300? If the...

So the $3600 bike is on sale for $2300?
If the geometry works, I would probably go for the Cervelo since it uses a common stem and bar setup, t47 bottom bracket, and costs $500 less.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-16-24, 09:31 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 1,547
Posted By mstateglfr

what about having your hands right behind the...

what about having your hands right behind the hoods?
That area is called the ramps, for what its worth.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-16-24, 12:57 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 110
Posted By mstateglfr

No idea on brand, but that bb shell setup is...

No idea on brand, but that bb shell setup is certainly one way to have a small bb drop measurement
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-16-24, 12:53 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 1,547
Posted By mstateglfr

How does one 'drop to the hoods'? The hoods are...

How does one 'drop to the hoods'? The hoods are on the top of the bar.
Do you just mean they are riding the tops and then shift their hands to the hoods?



I haven't figured out what your...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-16-24, 12:13 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 125
Posted By mstateglfr

If you have a spurcycle bell, you can buy this...

If you have a spurcycle bell, you can buy this bar end mount for the bell...
https://www.shapeways.com/product/98GNQF6ST/belltower-db-drop-bar-end-mount-for-spurcycle-bell?optionId=65379727
$30 for...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-16-24, 12:05 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 165
Posted By mstateglfr

post links that show the exact bikes and...

post links that show the exact bikes and components.


A grail cf sl 7 is $2799 and comes in 2x.
An Aspero 600 is $3200 and comes in 1x. It also comes in 2x for $3600.


These prices are...
Forum: Touring
06-16-24, 11:56 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 841
Posted By mstateglfr

I mentioned using a brooks c17 on my main road...

I mentioned using a brooks c17 on my main road bike, gravel bike, tour/commute bike, and another bike too- but I really dislike b17 saddles. I've owned 3 and got me, they are wildly unimpressive.
...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-15-24, 10:03 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 180
Posted By mstateglfr

^ focus on what was said about geometry. Bike...

^ focus on what was said about geometry.
Bike brands and models have widely varied geometey in the gravel/bike packing segment. That geometry not only impacts how a bike fits, but also how it steers...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-15-24, 12:58 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 351
Posted By mstateglfr

If you have 25 inch tires, you won't find new...

If you have 25 inch tires, you won't find new wheels or tires. Hold onto those tires for dear life!
If you have 700c wheels and tires, then you should just stick with what you have or buy from a...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-15-24, 12:52 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 196
Posted By mstateglfr

Neat pictures thru the years. It'd be really...

Neat pictures thru the years.
It'd be really interesting to see what tire and width was used each tear, as well as how many tubes the early winners carried vs recent winners.
The 2012 Crux looks...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-15-24, 12:44 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 163
Posted By mstateglfr

If it's a $50 difference, do you want 35mm tires?...

If it's a $50 difference, do you want 35mm tires? Those will cost you at least $50.
Nobody here knows if you want 35mm tires.
Deore shifting is perfectly fine. It's fast, accurate, and reliable. ...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-12-24, 01:20 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 1,674
Posted By mstateglfr

https://www.modernbike.com/product-2126277698?gad_...

https://www.modernbike.com/product-2126277698?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwjqWzBhAqEiwAQmtgT05nD2wSk9JS2U_ioLzVaQt-jVZt2AJujRef6BAyQGUx_5FQCHnXvBoCAOoQAvD_BwE
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-12-24, 11:49 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 1,674
Posted By mstateglfr

The Columbus Futura Cross fork is $470. It has...

The Columbus Futura Cross fork is $470. It has adjustable rake of 47/52mm, clears up to 47mm 700s tires, and the A-C measurement is the same as Lynsky's carbon forks, so it wont change the HTA at...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-24, 08:59 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 261
Posted By mstateglfr

Really neat article since it focused on such a...

Really neat article since it focused on such a wide range of bikes and uses.
Some superficial observations...

The Bilenky crew looks like they are posing in costume, almost like the Village...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-24, 06:10 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 3,097
Posted By mstateglfr

Holdup- that pic has a BWR number hanging from...

Holdup- that pic has a BWR number hanging from the top tube.
So the pic is from BWR, but it's right after you say Unbound is 92% groomed track.

Odd.
Forum: Touring
06-11-24, 09:18 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 841
Posted By mstateglfr

C17 for my commute/touring bike. Its the same...

C17 for my commute/touring bike. Its the same saddle thats on my main road bike, my gravel bike, and on another drop bar bike.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-24, 08:40 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 3,097
Posted By mstateglfr

This post has to be the hottest take Ive read in...

This post has to be the hottest take Ive read in months, and the last of the 3 wild claims is straight bonkers which puts the post in rare air. And adding in that the tire be a Gatorskin is...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-10-24, 06:22 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 3,097
Posted By mstateglfr

Nothing more than 25s and the course looks...

Nothing more than 25s and the course looks groomed?
Below are random screen shots from the first few minutes of gravel in the video.

Your definition of groomed is vastly different from mine. ...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-10-24, 05:42 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 2,281
Posted By mstateglfr

I think your prediction that high end will go...

I think your prediction that high end will go back to cable, once entry level goes electronic, is bonkers and not based in any sort of reality.
But I have heard even more unrealistic things on...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-10-24, 01:22 PM
Replies: 171
Views: 6,038
Posted By mstateglfr

And just because you experienced mistreatment...

And just because you experienced mistreatment doesnt mean its anywhere close to as widespread as your initial post implies(it reads as all grown men suffer this everywhere, since you didnt bother to...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-10-24, 11:57 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 1,366
Posted By mstateglfr

assuming all of the frames are in your price...

assuming all of the frames are in your price range, I would choose the frame that has the stack and reach numbers that I want in order to comfortably ride the bike. After that, I would prioritize...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-10-24, 10:02 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 3,097
Posted By mstateglfr

Perhaps its a gateway bike. Or perhaps it...

Perhaps its a gateway bike. Or perhaps it quickly becomes either a gateway bike or an experience ender, depending on the build quality, user's knowledge, and low end components.
Initial reviews...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-10-24, 09:54 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 3,097
Posted By mstateglfr

Its such a wide ranging term that you could just...

Its such a wide ranging term that you could just ride a road bike with 20mm tubulars and say 'its my gravel bike!'. So basically anything I say, people could disagree with due to bias, educated...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-10-24, 09:30 AM
Replies: 171
Views: 6,038
Posted By mstateglfr

While I am sure some people think what you posted...

While I am sure some people think what you posted in red, that is hardly a widespread view in my rural Ag driven red state, and it is hardly a widespread view in many other states Ive lived in or...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-09-24, 12:47 PM
Replies: 171
Views: 6,038
Posted By mstateglfr

'Outraging Public Decency' Huh, interesting...

'Outraging Public Decency'

Huh, interesting phrasing.



Anyways, it bears repeating- when in Rome.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-09-24, 12:45 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 2,281
Posted By mstateglfr

Say more on this. Why will it unpause?

Say more on this. Why will it unpause?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-09-24, 11:14 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 3,097
Posted By mstateglfr

On my gravel bike I currently have 45mm tires...

On my gravel bike I currently have 45mm tires that measure to 44mm even on wide rims.
My old tires were 43mm that measured 44mm.
So clearly that is a width I like for where I ride.

How many...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-09-24, 10:40 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 1,674
Posted By mstateglfr

but the 'terrible, better, about perfect'...

but the 'terrible, better, about perfect' assessment is the opinion of that poster. Someone else may want and like more trail.
To think there is only 1 good trail number would mean lynskey, and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-08-24, 06:22 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 3,097
Posted By mstateglfr

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1120x2000/21141179193_7bb1b93389_k_ceb7ac8bd950d7ec1e4e3dc89e12812005bf98b2.jpg

This was built in late 2014.
Univega Via Activa early 90s...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-08-24, 05:54 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 929
Posted By mstateglfr

When the drops are so big they seem to be half...

When the drops are so big they seem to be half the size of the entire bike, black tape is best- it's slimming.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-08-24, 04:03 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 1,674
Posted By mstateglfr

You are good lacing your own wheels, but you...

You are good lacing your own wheels, but you weren't aware of what trail is, didnt know that fork rake and offset are the same, and can't find the site that shows you how much difference in trail a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-08-24, 03:51 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,078
Posted By mstateglfr

You ride your bike around the yard? That has to...

You ride your bike around the yard? That has to be one helluva yard to make riding around it fun.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-08-24, 03:47 PM
Replies: 171
Views: 6,038
Posted By mstateglfr

While I agree wtith he point of your post- when...

While I agree wtith he point of your post- when in Rome- I gotta push back on this guess of yours.
I know you will never ride ragbrai because it's so hot in July etc etc, but even one day of riding...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-08-24, 08:29 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 2,281
Posted By mstateglfr

Sure it matters how that's defined, which is why...

Sure it matters how that's defined, which is why I referenced entry level bike shop bikes AND box store bikes.

The specialized Sirrus x3 is $700 and is 1x.
the specialized Sirrus x2 is $775 and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-07-24, 07:54 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 2,281
Posted By mstateglfr

I don't need to reread it because I read it and...

I don't need to reread it because I read it and answered based on the post the first time.

There are a lot of 1x bikes at entry level prices, and what those have replaced are traditionally 3x7...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-07-24, 11:35 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 1,572
Posted By mstateglfr

I have worked with well over a hundred kids in...

I have worked with well over a hundred kids in the last 8 years, who were using flat bar shifting and moving to drop bar shifting. These kids were older- 13 to 18, but between them and my own 2 kids,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-07-24, 08:48 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 1,572
Posted By mstateglfr

They were both 12 when they had enough hand...

They were both 12 when they had enough hand strength and size to move the left shifter. Before then, they could ride the bike with drops, but they didnt shift the front derailleur and also werent...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-07-24, 08:14 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 2,281
Posted By mstateglfr

Well its been coming to an end for years now, so...

Well its been coming to an end for years now, so your prediction really isnt much of a risk.
Your prediction is like predicting a kid enjoys sugar.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-07-24, 08:07 AM
Replies: 171
Views: 6,038
Posted By mstateglfr

Your solution of 'then dont look' is pretty damn...

Your solution of 'then dont look' is pretty damn unreasonable. If a town/city/state/country has decency laws, then follow them, even if you disagree with them. It really isnt difficult to follow...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-07-24, 07:55 AM
Replies: 171
Views: 6,038
Posted By mstateglfr

Wouldnt the issue be what they were detained for?...

Wouldnt the issue be what they were detained for? Say what they were detained for.

Any homophobia is sad to see, but if if public exposure/nudity is a crime and that is what someone was detained...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-06-24, 08:20 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,232
Posted By mstateglfr

the proposed rebate would be proportional to...

the proposed rebate would be proportional to purchase price because it would be a % up to a capped amount.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-06-24, 03:07 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,232
Posted By mstateglfr

100% agree. The inability to control for such an...

100% agree. The inability to control for such an unknown is also why I have concerns that the ebike rebate wouldnt be as effective as intended. Saying 'I will ride my ebike to work' and actually...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-06-24, 12:14 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 361
Posted By mstateglfr

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/498x328/black_widow_pose_d04af1c16b0ace5f0f770598b6ff0ed0617a0abc.gif

Since you crave it, I will acknowledge it- good work posing the tires...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-06-24, 11:18 AM
Replies: 171
Views: 6,038
Posted By mstateglfr

Looks like Ten Dam recognized modesty would be...

Looks like Ten Dam recognized modesty would be best since he changed between some open car doors. If Dekker was actually standing there in the open without pants, I mean...that would get a lot of...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-06-24, 11:09 AM
Replies: 173
Views: 4,097
Posted By mstateglfr

I use tubeless on my gravel bike. I dont use...

I use tubeless on my gravel bike. I dont use tubeless on my road bikes because...

- I dont ride them all frequently enough to want to bother with topping off or knowing what level sealant is at...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-06-24, 10:56 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 740
Posted By mstateglfr

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/500x586/8t0nu6_4b5ef9c9ec67229846787e94c59f138e894e9e4c.jpg
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-06-24, 10:54 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 740
Posted By mstateglfr

Its a joke. Your post autocorrected.

Its a joke. Your post autocorrected.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-06-24, 10:49 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,232
Posted By mstateglfr

That article touches on the concept of a 30% tax...

That article touches on the concept of a 30% tax credit, up to $1500, for buying an ebike in an effort to reduce emissions.
Meanwhile, there is 0% tax credit, up to $0, for buying a pedal bike, even...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-05-24, 04:35 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 12,008
Posted By mstateglfr

Noted.

Noted.
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