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Forum: Road Cycling
09-18-24, 09:47 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 6,197
Posted By eduskator

Wild indeed! I'm 170lbs so I'm not a...

Wild indeed!

I'm 170lbs so I'm not a lightweight - in the cycling world at least - and my average power per ride is in the ballpark of 225-250w this season so this probably explains the...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-18-24, 06:10 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 672
Posted By eduskator

Keeping straight arms in the ''push-up''...

Keeping straight arms in the ''push-up'' position, if you widen the distance between your two hands on a flat surface, your body goes down. If you shorten it, your body goes up. By how much? That I...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-18-24, 05:23 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 6,197
Posted By eduskator

I concur. My rear tire needs to be changed every...

I concur. My rear tire needs to be changed every 2 months approximately with the mileage I'm doing and I hope to get better treadwear with the GP5K S TR that I'll be trying next season. I've heard...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-17-24, 12:20 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 6,197
Posted By eduskator

True that. However, like the expression that I...

True that. However, like the expression that I just invented says: ''You don't buy a Ferrari to do city driving at 30MPH'' :). And there is indeed a correlation between quality of tarmac and a tire...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-16-24, 09:04 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 6,197
Posted By eduskator

Good to know. There was a good deal on GP5K...

Good to know.

There was a good deal on GP5K S TR so I bought 3 for next season. Looking forward to see if I can get more mileage out of them. General consensus says yes, but there's only one way...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-12-24, 06:02 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 672
Posted By eduskator

So here's a little update. I ended up buying the...

So here's a little update. I ended up buying the same bar width and stem length and there is no difference between the two. It feels the same, although the integrated cockpit gives me a more...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-12-24, 04:59 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,473
Posted By eduskator

''Make it snappy allright?'' Fasssst. Quick...

''Make it snappy allright?''

Fasssst. Quick to respond.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-12-24, 04:57 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 346
Posted By eduskator

It should be OK, but it's not optimal given that...

It should be OK, but it's not optimal given that 12 speed chain are narrower than 11 speed. Since 12 speed chains are pricier than 11 speed, I don't see why you would / should get a 12 speed with...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-10-24, 05:33 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,245
Posted By eduskator

+1. I do this, but I also add the ''average...

+1.

I do this, but I also add the ''average speed in KPH equal to age'' challenge. It's becoming more and more difficult :)
Forum: Road Cycling
09-10-24, 05:20 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,278
Posted By eduskator

Unfortunately, I fear you might be right. ...

Unfortunately, I fear you might be right.



Fortunately, Shimano woke up from this non sense and enabled wireless update via phone app on its 12speed electronic groupset. The wireless shifters...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-10-24, 05:18 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 558
Posted By eduskator

Currently running IOS 17.6.1 on my iPhone 14 with...

Currently running IOS 17.6.1 on my iPhone 14 with no problems. Never had any connection issues post-updating in the last 5+ years. Wahoo was paired via Bluetooth before the update.

Unpairing and...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-06-24, 05:22 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,067
Posted By eduskator

It's time to slam your stem down to the ground...

It's time to slam your stem down to the ground :innocent:
Forum: Road Cycling
09-06-24, 05:04 AM
Replies: 21,609
Views: 5,549,891
Posted By eduskator

Looking forward to feel the difference later on...

Looking forward to feel the difference later on today! I already have carbon bars, but I'm sure it will be and feel stiffer with the integrated stem.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-05-24, 05:48 AM
Replies: 21,609
Views: 5,549,891
Posted By eduskator

A roval rapide cockpit to replace my current stem...

A roval rapide cockpit to replace my current stem + bars setup. I'm having it installed tomorrow morning - can't wait to try it this weekend.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-05-24, 05:47 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 632
Posted By eduskator

Why would anyone want to do that? Society has...

Why would anyone want to do that? Society has become f*cked up.

If you're not the strongest, you don't win. Period. Don't cheat your way to the top.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-05-24, 05:43 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,122
Posted By eduskator

A basic Cateye computer is your go to IMO....

A basic Cateye computer is your go to IMO. They've been around for as long as I can remember.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-03-24, 07:43 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 672
Posted By eduskator

Yes, indeed, this would be the best thing....

Yes, indeed, this would be the best thing. However, it's an online order so I can't physically compare both parts. I'll try to find one in stock somewhere and see if I can compare first.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-30-24, 04:53 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 672
Posted By eduskator

Increasing stem length when going from Handlebar+Stem to integrated cockpit.Thoughts?

I've been told by a mechanic from a LBS that it was recommended to increase stem length (going from 100mm to 110mm in my case) when going from a classic stem + bar setup to an integrated cockpit....
Forum: Road Cycling
08-20-24, 07:14 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 605
Posted By eduskator

Can you try both? It looks like a 52cm size would...

Can you try both? It looks like a 52cm size would be better, but we never know. Also note that 52cm is not the actual length of your seat tube. Lengths will vary from a brand to another. In other...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-20-24, 06:48 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,067
Posted By eduskator

Depends on the terrain, but I'd say 10 minutes...

Depends on the terrain, but I'd say 10 minutes maximum. Flat = almost nevahhh. Hilly = when going downhill.

I prefer staying on the hoods with my wrists and forearms slightly touching on the bars....
Forum: Road Cycling
08-18-24, 05:12 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 22,262
Posted By eduskator

Yes. Same thing for chocolate bars. With...

Yes. Same thing for chocolate bars.

With inflation, manufacturers have the choice to reduce the portion and keep the same price or increase the price and keep the same portion. The former is...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-18-24, 05:10 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 2,923
Posted By eduskator

I'm not surprised of this. Aero-race seems to be...

I'm not surprised of this. Aero-race seems to be the way to go for a lot of bike manufacturers nowadays.

Would have been nice from Trek to keep a dedicated climbing bike, though. I guess they're...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-26-24, 07:18 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 2,087
Posted By eduskator

It should indeed help. The advices you received...

It should indeed help. The advices you received from the LBS are good in my opinion.

As other said, I would also try to find the source to this problem, which may be you've been putting too much...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-26-24, 05:41 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 2,630
Posted By eduskator

+1. Going off topic, but it's indeed hard to...

+1. Going off topic, but it's indeed hard to complete against the largest bike manufacturer in the world. They own lots of companies and produce most bike parts in-house with raw materials. In other...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-25-24, 12:26 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 2,630
Posted By eduskator

I would walked away as soon as I would have heard...

I would walked away as soon as I would have heard that. His personal opinion on bikes customer bring for service, should be kept for himself.

If no one asked, no one cares. That's what I tell...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-23-24, 06:55 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 401
Posted By eduskator

Most recent one with the better groupset, IMO. ...

Most recent one with the better groupset, IMO.

Not the same bikes at all, however. One's an aero bike and the other is an endurance bike. So, depending on your actual needs, my answer may or may...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-23-24, 06:32 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,308
Posted By eduskator

Lifetime of the bike. I live in an area with lots...

Lifetime of the bike. I live in an area with lots of elevation, but not to a point where I constantly need to brake. In average, I generally use my brakes less than 5 times per ride so that explains...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-23-24, 06:30 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,128
Posted By eduskator

I've always been under the impression that the...

I've always been under the impression that the length of the ''pin'' increases over time of pumping and pumping. Is it just in my head or is it what's actually going on?

Sometimes mines will bent...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-15-24, 08:28 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,012
Posted By eduskator

Sometimes, but I can say confidently that I am...

Sometimes, but I can say confidently that I am well hydrated 95% of the time. I'm also no fan of the reminders to drink on our computers.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-11-24, 07:26 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,058
Posted By eduskator

I've always FELT (see what I did there?) they...

I've always FELT (see what I did there?) they looked like awkward bikes to ride for some reason. Sizing wise, geometry wise, etc. Plus, they are expensive, although they are often on sale at a...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-08-24, 11:13 AM
Replies: 1,390
Views: 92,296
Posted By eduskator

No, and they weren't used in the same conditions...

No, and they weren't used in the same conditions / equally neither, in case some conspiracy theorists / flat earthers ask! However, my main bike has been ridden a lot harder (in other words, more...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-08-24, 05:21 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 743
Posted By eduskator

Or you squeeze more with your left hand. How...

Or you squeeze more with your left hand.

How hot is it outside when you ride? Do you leave it under the sun? Do you leave it in a vehicle parked in the sun for an extended period of time?

My...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-08-24, 05:16 AM
Replies: 1,390
Views: 92,296
Posted By eduskator

Well... 5000kms on my Ultegra chain that's been...

Well... 5000kms on my Ultegra chain that's been waxed since day 1 with a homemade 10:1 blend of paraffin wax & PTFE powder and still not sign of wear. Measured it at several different places and it's...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-08-24, 05:11 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 16,018
Posted By eduskator

I do love zombie threads. It's part of the...

I do love zombie threads.

It's part of the equation, but it's not THE equation, if you know what I mean.

For us mere mortals, it's a lot easier and cheaper to lose body weight. Unless you have...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-05-24, 09:35 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 452
Posted By eduskator

Buff it up with automotive products! A clear coat...

Buff it up with automotive products! A clear coat is a clear coat.

Start with an abrasive compound and buff it up to the polishing / finishing one to restore the clear. Some areas will be hard to...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-05-24, 07:30 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 2,512
Posted By eduskator

Strength = Resilient / Disciplined Weakness...

Strength = Resilient / Disciplined

Weakness = Resilient / Disciplined
Forum: Road Cycling
06-26-24, 05:10 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 983
Posted By eduskator

Do we know if it was a carbon fibre bike? ...

Do we know if it was a carbon fibre bike?

Gotta love zombie threads!
Forum: Road Cycling
06-19-24, 08:57 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,226
Posted By eduskator

Out of 4 bikes equipped with Ultegra DI2, I've...

Out of 4 bikes equipped with Ultegra DI2, I've never had a chain drop, regardless of my shifting habits.

Switched to SRAM last year and had at least 1 chain drop per ride. A total freaking...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-18-24, 06:42 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,226
Posted By eduskator

Go with SRAM if you like chain drops. ...

Go with SRAM if you like chain drops.

Shimano all the way, seriously. Save yourself some hassle.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-13-24, 08:17 AM
Replies: 187
Views: 8,561
Posted By eduskator

4th season with TL tires. 1 flat in 20 000+ kms...

4th season with TL tires. 1 flat in 20 000+ kms and it was my fault (was running tires completely worn out).

Riding with friends using tubes and they regularly get flats... Coincidence? I think...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-03-24, 06:19 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,329
Posted By eduskator

Petrol billionaires not knowing what to do with...

Petrol billionaires not knowing what to do with their billions. Pretty common in Dubai!
Forum: Road Cycling
05-30-24, 08:41 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,329
Posted By eduskator

I'm 185! I rode a 52cm and it was a little too...

I'm 185! I rode a 52cm and it was a little too small. A 54cm would have been OK.

Both can't be compared. One is a mainstream and very good bike and the other one is an exotic bike. It felt more...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-30-24, 08:12 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,329
Posted By eduskator

It's fine like that. They don't need mega...

It's fine like that. They don't need mega advertising. They're a luxury Italian brand.

Pinarello used to be like this but I feel like they're everywhere now.

I rented a V3RS in Spain during my...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-29-24, 06:17 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 7,943
Posted By eduskator

Oh, I'm all in for rest days and hard trainings....

Oh, I'm all in for rest days and hard trainings. We just don't have the same definition of resting.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-29-24, 05:23 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,271
Posted By eduskator

I buy mines from MerlinCycle when they get on...

I buy mines from MerlinCycle when they get on sale.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-27-24, 06:49 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,176
Posted By eduskator

What kind of helmet are you looking for? Any...

What kind of helmet are you looking for?

Any aero helmet would do the job IMO.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-27-24, 04:34 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 7,943
Posted By eduskator

There's no such thing as rest days. Light...

There's no such thing as rest days. Light training on certain days, however, yes!

https://i.ytimg.com/vi/jlA2dWVLFzg/maxresdefault.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
05-24-24, 09:44 AM
Replies: 161
Views: 6,739
Posted By eduskator

I'm on ignore list. That's all I need to know!

I'm on ignore list. That's all I need to know!
Forum: Road Cycling
05-23-24, 09:22 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 3,706
Posted By eduskator

It's all to answer with that level of detail....

It's all to answer with that level of detail. What's the exact brand and model of each? What exactly are you looking for, ventilation, aero gains or a mix of the two? And are they both MIPS?
Forum: Road Cycling
05-23-24, 04:59 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 988
Posted By eduskator

Curious to know if/how can you tell on AliExpress...

Curious to know if/how can you tell on AliExpress if it's genuine or a knockoff before actually having the product in hand?
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