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Forum: Triathlon
06-04-24, 02:29 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 3,597
Posted By TXRunner78

Thanks. I thought the $300 seemed a little pricy....

Thanks. I thought the $300 seemed a little pricy. Now the shop that has this prices uses all sorts of computers and tech. Yea, I am not there. Just make my seat comfy for me. LOL.
Forum: Triathlon
06-04-24, 01:53 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 3,597
Posted By TXRunner78

Chatting with my buddy at work about our bikes....

Chatting with my buddy at work about our bikes. He is about to take his bike in for a tune up also. We got into talking about getting fit also. What would be an average pricing for a tune up and and...
Forum: Triathlon
06-03-24, 09:18 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 3,597
Posted By TXRunner78

Just by looking at the Selle SMP Dynamic I can...

Just by looking at the Selle SMP Dynamic I can tell it’s way more comfortable than my saddle. I think the one that is on it now is one of the Selle saddles you can get at Walmart. Lol
Forum: Triathlon
06-03-24, 09:02 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 3,597
Posted By TXRunner78

Speaking of tire puncture, what do you guys carry...

Speaking of tire puncture, what do you guys carry on your bike for long rides? Obviously it's probably not a big issue for my upcoming sprint, but if I continue on with the IM training, I want to...
Forum: Triathlon
06-03-24, 07:42 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 3,597
Posted By TXRunner78

Thanks. I ordered a pair last night that have the...

Thanks. I ordered a pair last night that have the gel pads in the palm. I did notice that when riding, my hands started to hurt a little and fall asleep. I am still getting comfortable with the...
Forum: Triathlon
06-02-24, 10:01 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 3,597
Posted By TXRunner78

I asked my buddy about gloves today. Any...

I asked my buddy about gloves today. Any suggestions on brand and type?
Forum: Triathlon
06-02-24, 04:58 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 3,597
Posted By TXRunner78

Got out for my first ride on Saturday and again...

Got out for my first ride on Saturday and again today. Digging riding the bike. Definitely need to switch out the grip tape on my bars. My hands were sweating so much and kept slipping. I also need...
Forum: Triathlon
05-31-24, 06:59 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 3,597
Posted By TXRunner78

I ended up buying these pedals. They came in...

I ended up buying these pedals. They came in yesterday. I was kind of surprised about the size of them. I guess it is my inexperience in the bike world. When I compared them to the pedals on the bike...
Forum: Triathlon
05-31-24, 06:57 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 3,597
Posted By TXRunner78

I am using goggles. I went for another swim...

I am using goggles. I went for another swim session last night. Much easier than my first one. I concentrated more on finding a rhythm rather than speed. I am starting to get the breathing routine...
Forum: Triathlon
05-30-24, 02:33 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 3,597
Posted By TXRunner78

I am in the same boat as you. LOL. Swimming is...

I am in the same boat as you. LOL. Swimming is tough. Once I get a little more acclimated to swimming, I also definitely will need some type of formal training plan.

Does anyone have any...
Forum: Triathlon
05-29-24, 01:45 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 3,597
Posted By TXRunner78

Based on my handle bar set up, what would be the...

Based on my handle bar set up, what would be the best way to mount a computer? I am thinking a top cap mount, but not sure if that is too far down to take a peek at when in aero position. Is there...
Forum: Triathlon
05-29-24, 10:12 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 3,597
Posted By TXRunner78

The bike rack is pretty cool. I don't need...

The bike rack is pretty cool. I don't need anything fancy and it will only be one bike. I may take a crack at doing a mini version of that for one bike.
Forum: Triathlon
05-29-24, 07:50 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 3,597
Posted By TXRunner78

Yea, I have to keep telling myself that it was my...

Yea, I have to keep telling myself that it was my first swimming in many years. I actually surprised myself on how well I was actually going for each lap. I thought I would be worse. I think being a...
Forum: Triathlon
05-28-24, 11:45 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 3,597
Posted By TXRunner78

Well finally signed for 24 Hour Fitness today and...

Well finally signed for 24 Hour Fitness today and went to the pool at 11pm tonight, Training for a marathon has nothing on swim training. Holy cow. I thought I had good lung capacity from running....
Forum: Triathlon
05-28-24, 08:35 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 3,597
Posted By TXRunner78

VegasJen Are these the peddles you use? ...

VegasJen Are these the peddles you use?
...
Forum: Triathlon
05-27-24, 07:34 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 3,597
Posted By TXRunner78

Thanks for the feedback all. Pretty excited to...

Thanks for the feedback all. Pretty excited to start riding. Since this is my first “competition” type bike, it blew me away how lite the bike is. When I took it for a test spin before buying, I was...
Forum: Triathlon
05-27-24, 06:53 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 3,597
Posted By TXRunner78

Any suggestions on cage pedals? I don’t have any...

Any suggestions on cage pedals? I don’t have any desire to do clip ins right now.
Forum: Triathlon
05-27-24, 06:46 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 3,597
Posted By TXRunner78

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Forum: Triathlon
05-27-24, 04:22 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 3,597
Posted By TXRunner78

Well, I now have a bike! The seller of the Giant...

Well, I now have a bike! The seller of the Giant came through in the end. Just got back from picking it up. Took a quick spin around the block on it. If I had a helmet I would have gone for a few...
Forum: Triathlon
05-27-24, 12:09 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 3,597
Posted By TXRunner78

This is what is posted on the Facebook listing: ...

This is what is posted on the Facebook listing:

Felt Carbon Fiber/Aluminum 58cm Tri Bike. Shimano derailer. Micheline krylion carbon tires. Aksium race rims.
Forum: Triathlon
05-26-24, 01:28 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 3,597
Posted By TXRunner78

So looks like the seller of the Giant is a bit...

So looks like the seller of the Giant is a bit wishy washy. May be the reason why the bike has been on FB Marketplace for over two months. Been trying to meet up with him for two days now and he...
Forum: Triathlon
05-24-24, 10:29 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 3,597
Posted By TXRunner78

I have my eyes on a couple of helmets on that VT...

I have my eyes on a couple of helmets on that VT list. They are on that $50-$75 range if I order online. $100 locally. I checked REI and another local bike shop and they didn't have any reasonably...
Forum: Triathlon
05-24-24, 10:13 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 3,597
Posted By TXRunner78

Thanks. I don't have any helmet. LOL. First bike...

Thanks. I don't have any helmet. LOL. First bike and will be my first helmet.
Forum: Triathlon
05-24-24, 08:03 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 3,597
Posted By TXRunner78

Assuming this bike pans out, need to start...

Assuming this bike pans out, need to start gearing up to ride. Any helmet suggestions? I have been looking at the Oakley ARO3 helmet. But then I really don't know much about helmets. LOL.
Forum: Triathlon
05-23-24, 09:46 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 3,597
Posted By TXRunner78

Thanks for the feedback. I reached out to the...

Thanks for the feedback. I reached out to the seller and he still has the bike. I am meeting up with him on Saturday afternoon to check it out.
Forum: Triathlon
05-23-24, 12:45 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 3,597
Posted By TXRunner78

Here is a pic of the Giant. This is what the...

Here is a pic of the Giant. This is what the description says:

Giant TCR Composite bike with triathlon handlebars. Includes both regular peddles and peddles for clip-on shoes (not shown). Easton...
Forum: Triathlon
05-23-24, 08:00 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 3,597
Posted By TXRunner78

Still on a search for a bike. I think I have...

Still on a search for a bike. I think I have found a couple that I am really interested in, but there are several hours away. Trying to find some time to go check them out. Any thoughts on which of...
Forum: Triathlon
05-15-24, 09:50 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 3,597
Posted By TXRunner78

I am now officially registered for the sprint....

I am now officially registered for the sprint. Headed out of town this weekend and when I get back, getting my gym membership so I can start swimming in the mornings before work. I have my eye on...
Forum: Triathlon
05-13-24, 02:02 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 3,597
Posted By TXRunner78

VegasJen Thanks for the advice. Saving me from...

VegasJen Thanks for the advice. Saving me from buying a bad bike! I will go back on the lookout. The Nemesis bikes seem to be still available from the sellers, but they are about 2.5 hours away and I...
Forum: Triathlon
05-13-24, 11:05 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 3,597
Posted By TXRunner78

The seller is asking for $300 for the bike. I...

The seller is asking for $300 for the bike. I could probably get down to $250 if I really wanted to haggle.

The sprint I am planning to do in July is in some dark/murky water. So sounds like I...
Forum: Triathlon
05-13-24, 10:25 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 3,597
Posted By TXRunner78

When I get back from trip, getting a membership...

When I get back from trip, getting a membership to 24 Hour so I can use the pool before work. Interesting though on the strategies. I have a co-worker that has done two IM. He told me to not focus as...
Forum: Triathlon
05-13-24, 10:22 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 3,597
Posted By TXRunner78

I am headed out of town this weekend for a...

I am headed out of town this weekend for a business trip. I think that when I get back, if this bike is still available, I may go check it out.

Fuji Sportif 1.5
Frame: Fuji A2-SL aluminum...
Forum: Triathlon
05-13-24, 10:08 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 3,597
Posted By TXRunner78

Thank you. Trying to understand length/style...

Thank you. Trying to understand length/style relationship. For a grinder, you would want a longer crank to generate more power? If I had to guess, based on the make up of my legs, and also how I run,...
Forum: Triathlon
05-12-24, 03:07 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 3,597
Posted By TXRunner78

I don’t think I am reading the BD sizing chart...

I don’t think I am reading the BD sizing chart correctly. When I look in t/t effective, it says 561/22.1. What do those numbers translate to?

Also, starting to second guess myself and starting to...
Forum: Triathlon
05-11-24, 03:22 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 3,597
Posted By TXRunner78

Thanks! I think this may be the bike I go with. I...

Thanks! I think this may be the bike I go with. I just have to figure out what size to get. I am seeing different sizing charts for this bike. I am 6’1” and Bikes Direct shows this at the top of the...
Forum: Triathlon
05-11-24, 02:24 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 3,597
Posted By TXRunner78

What’s the opinion on Bikes Direct? I found a...

What’s the opinion on Bikes Direct? I found a bike about 2 hours away that is one of their brands, Motobecane Nemesis. It’s advertised as a tri bike. The listing is for a model a few years old and...
Forum: Triathlon
05-10-24, 10:11 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 3,597
Posted By TXRunner78

Well it looks like I am going to give up on the...

Well it looks like I am going to give up on the Specialized bike. I have messaged the seller three times about the bike. His profile says he has been on Craigslist several times since sending the...
Forum: Triathlon
05-08-24, 09:18 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 3,597
Posted By TXRunner78

I will check Slowtwitch also. I live in The...

I will check Slowtwitch also. I live in The Woodlands, TX, where IM Texas is, and where there is a ton of bikers. I figured there would be plenty of bikes in local ads. But not really for the riding...
Forum: Triathlon
05-07-24, 07:44 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 3,597
Posted By TXRunner78

Such good information! Thank you guys. I look...

Such good information! Thank you guys. I look forward to reading this each day. I emailed the seller about the bike, but so far no response. So I have been checking around different sites for bikes,...
Forum: Triathlon
05-06-24, 10:59 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 3,597
Posted By TXRunner78

I completely appreciate the feedback. I am so new...

I completely appreciate the feedback. I am so new to the bike world that I really have no idea. Iron Man Texas 2025 opened up today. I think me and two friends from work, are going to sign up. I want...
Forum: Triathlon
05-06-24, 10:15 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 3,597
Posted By TXRunner78

More newbie questions. Would that bike I posted,...

More newbie questions. Would that bike I posted, be good enough to use in an Iron Man if some upgrades were added to it? Or for Iron Man should it be a more recent model?
Forum: Triathlon
05-05-24, 12:18 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 3,597
Posted By TXRunner78

Now that I can post a pic, here is the bike I was...

Now that I can post a pic, here is the bike I was talking about in my previous post in the thread. Seller is asking $480. I have been looking for used road bikes on various marketplace websites and...
Forum: Triathlon
05-04-24, 05:32 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 3,597
Posted By TXRunner78

The sprint I am looking to do is mid July. There...

The sprint I am looking to do is mid July. There is a sprint next weekend in our town and my buddy is trying to push me to do it, no training. He said I could borrow his bike if I do. LOL. I think I...
Forum: Triathlon
05-03-24, 01:56 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,537
Posted By TXRunner78

This is a great thread for a first timer. The...

This is a great thread for a first timer. The staging area detail is awesome. Never even thought about most of that stuff. For tri events, do most require you bring your own bike stand? I have only...
Forum: Triathlon
05-03-24, 01:44 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 3,597
Posted By TXRunner78

No lack of expensive running shoes here. Doing...

No lack of expensive running shoes here. Doing marathons and other distance runs, I have plenty of those in the closet. LOL.
Forum: Triathlon
05-03-24, 07:53 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 3,597
Posted By TXRunner78

Love the tank!!! That is awesome. Thanks for the...

Love the tank!!! That is awesome. Thanks for the suggestion on Sparx. Looks like an affordable option to get going.
Forum: Triathlon
05-03-24, 07:51 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 3,597
Posted By TXRunner78

Yea, I am definitely not looking to spend a lot...

Yea, I am definitely not looking to spend a lot of money on a bike. I have a couple of friends who are trying to assist me in my bike search. One, who rides but not in competitions, is on board with...
Forum: Triathlon
05-02-24, 02:36 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 3,597
Posted By TXRunner78

Did you wear a dedicated tri suit for the sprint...

Did you wear a dedicated tri suit for the sprint or kind of just normal appropriate clothing for each stage?
Forum: Triathlon
05-01-24, 03:00 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 3,597
Posted By TXRunner78

Any entry level road bikes you think I should...

Any entry level road bikes you think I should look out for?
Forum: Triathlon
05-01-24, 02:11 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 3,597
Posted By TXRunner78

The seller is asking $480 for it. Maybe a little...

The seller is asking $480 for it. Maybe a little too much bike for me right now? Looks like I can't post a picture yet (not quite at 10 posts yet). I was looking at BikesDirect but both of my buddies...
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