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Forum: Road Cycling
04-09-16, 08:42 AM
Replies: 168
Views: 15,554
Posted By jjjj

I understand your difficulty. When I said I...

I understand your difficulty. When I said I tried Campy what that actually entailed was not a test ride at a bike shop. I actually asked a stranger about his grouppo. He was really cool let me ride...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-08-16, 11:26 PM
Replies: 168
Views: 15,554
Posted By jjjj

Well, I will try to answer your question. ...

Well, I will try to answer your question. Shifting to me is very tied to the biking experience. Same with cars: manual transmissions.

Probably like most people my modern road bikes started out...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-08-16, 10:39 PM
Replies: 168
Views: 15,554
Posted By jjjj

I voted yes. I switched from Ultegra to...

I voted yes.

I switched from Ultegra to Campy, 11 years ago. Shimano worked great then and is even better now. Everyone has it. It is bullet proof. So, when I bought my new bike 2 years ago...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
06-20-15, 06:40 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,560
Posted By jjjj

I have the Buckshot as well. It works great....

I have the Buckshot as well. It works great. Volume is at max but is fine in all conditions except heavy traffic. New IPhone is much louder than the old I-phone. Regarding Bluetooth reception from...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-20-15, 10:39 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,729
Posted By jjjj

No caffeine ��.. You missed the point of the...

No caffeine ��.. You missed the point of the post.

Actually it does sound tasty. Thanks for the suggestion
Forum: Road Cycling
04-19-15, 11:25 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,729
Posted By jjjj

No not a serious question. I just never put...

No not a serious question. I just never put coffee in my water bottle before. I wrote a thread on it because I thought it might be a fun topic for a rainy day. Also wanted to see if others had...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-19-15, 08:39 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 13,990
Posted By jjjj

I have had multiple pairs of Tifosi and am...

I have had multiple pairs of Tifosi and am currently using a pair of Smith Pivlocks. I much prefer the Smith Pivlocks. I purchased them for $80. The optics are better than the Tifosi glasses. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-19-15, 09:57 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,729
Posted By jjjj

I have to admit the plastic water bottle is a big...

I have to admit the plastic water bottle is a big negative. It is just one step up from a stryofoam cup. That being said it got me out earlier and let me extend my ride. It was gorgeous yesterday...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-18-15, 10:39 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,729
Posted By jjjj

Wow I thought a streak of flat tires would be the...

Wow I thought a streak of flat tires would be the worst punishment for violating the style gods. It was worth the risk coffee is a necessity of life second only to beer. :)
Forum: Road Cycling
04-18-15, 10:34 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,729
Posted By jjjj

Coffee in the water bottle

I got up a bit late this morning. So instead of enjoying my coffee on the porch, I just filled my Podium Chill water bottle with the hot coffee. It was very enjoyable riding and drinking my morning...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-17-15, 09:53 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,236
Posted By jjjj

Trainerroad with a TV show and Trainerroad with...

Trainerroad with a TV show and Trainerroad with an embedded Sufferfest videos. I alternate these every other day. TV shows that work for me are shows like Grimm, The Blacklist, Constantine, and NCIS....
Forum: Road Cycling
01-04-15, 12:55 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 7,534
Posted By jjjj

2015 Goals 7200 miles keep my weight...

2015 Goals

7200 miles
keep my weight around 165
enjoy riding and drink more beer
Forum: Road Cycling
01-01-15, 02:02 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 4,141
Posted By jjjj

7030 miles!

7030 miles!
Forum: Road Cycling
11-28-14, 05:06 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,073
Posted By jjjj

Thanks for the happy birthday's it was a good...

Thanks for the happy birthday's it was a good one. We saw the movie Interstellar. It was very good. Afterwards my daughter got me to do some Black Friday shopping at 1:00 AM. What was I thinking!...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-28-14, 02:12 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,073
Posted By jjjj

It was a high of 18 degrees here, so I was stuck...

It was a high of 18 degrees here, so I was stuck on the trainer. I may venture out on Saturday. The weather forecast is for a high of 49.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-27-14, 08:47 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,073
Posted By jjjj

Thanksgiving Day Riding

Thanksgiving day is also my Birthday this year. In my family I am also the chef. So today I made the following:

Leg of Lamb
Turkey
Mashed Potatoes
Sweet Potatoes
Green Bean Casserole...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-22-14, 11:00 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,390
Posted By jjjj

I am doing a self modified trainerroad plan. ...

I am doing a self modified trainerroad plan. Basically it is the 40k TT mid plan substituting one workout with a trainerroad/sufferfest workout every week. Also I am doing a 12 week weight lifting...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-20-14, 11:41 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 5,366
Posted By jjjj

Something similar happened to me recently. I...

Something similar happened to me recently. I kept at least 50 yard gap. Toward the end of my ride I rode up beside him for the last 2 miles and had a enjoyable conversation, which slowed us both...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-11-14, 01:09 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 9,673
Posted By jjjj

It does not bother me a whole lot but I thought I...

It does not bother me a whole lot but I thought I would give you a heads up
Forum: Road Cycling
09-11-14, 11:10 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 9,673
Posted By jjjj

I have a speed/cadence sensor. The problem is...

I have a speed/cadence sensor. The problem is Strava ignores this data and uses GPS. They do this to keep their KOM awards credible. I do not care about KOM's and therefore find that RideWithGPS...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-11-14, 10:33 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 9,673
Posted By jjjj

I would not recommend alternatives to Garmin if...

I would not recommend alternatives to Garmin if you are using Strava. .

I bought a Bryton Rider 40 and it works great. It was $160 with a heart rate strap. It is equivalent to the Garmin 500....
Forum: Road Cycling
09-09-14, 07:34 PM
Replies: 681
Views: 55,145
Posted By jjjj

no where it rained:( Stuck on the trainer.

no where it rained:( Stuck on the trainer.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-09-14, 12:48 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 958
Posted By jjjj

I build my own bikes. I get exactly what I want,...

I build my own bikes. I get exactly what I want, but it does not save money for the initial purchase. Long term for me it may save me money. My investment in time in the bike slows upgraditis My...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-06-14, 01:51 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 6,308
Posted By jjjj

Now that we determined that all BMW drivers are...

Now that we determined that all BMW drivers are righteous. Lets talk about those a$$holes driving Audi's. ��
Forum: Road Cycling
09-05-14, 07:43 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 6,308
Posted By jjjj

You mean I really do not have a a deed tot he...

You mean I really do not have a a deed tot he highway lane. Damn salesman!
Forum: Road Cycling
09-05-14, 07:15 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 6,308
Posted By jjjj

Wow that was cruel, funny yes, but still...

Wow that was cruel, funny yes, but still cruel.:thumb:

To answer your question the bike fits into the back due to stellar German engineering. This creates the perfect environment for my bike...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-04-14, 11:43 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 6,893
Posted By jjjj

+1 on a custom built set of Pacenti's I have a...

+1 on a custom built set of Pacenti's I have a pair bought from Hoops Wheels built with a G3 Power tap. Cost was $1240. These have been great for me.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-04-14, 11:37 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 6,308
Posted By jjjj

Hey I drive a BMW. I even haul my bike in it. I...

Hey I drive a BMW. I even haul my bike in it. I am most courteous to all bikers even
people who ride recumbents.

As to cars not made by the Bavarian Motor Works...........Screw them!

Just...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-31-14, 08:46 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,617
Posted By jjjj

Thanks for all of the feedback from all of you. ...

Thanks for all of the feedback from all of you. I am still debating, but will be deciding soon. All of the input has helped.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-31-14, 04:25 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,617
Posted By jjjj

The Rotor crank I was referring to was the Rotor...

The Rotor crank I was referring to was the Rotor 3D+. The Tune crank I was referring to was the Tune Smart Foot. Our was supposed to be or.

The Campy crank I was referring to was in 2005 when...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-31-14, 03:41 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,617
Posted By jjjj

The look is important to me. I am ok with...

The look is important to me. I am ok with getting the tools as the cost of the crank and tools is less than rotor our tune. I currently am running a SRAM crank with my chorus and it just seems...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-31-14, 02:00 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,617
Posted By jjjj

Yes Iam probably guilty of binary thinking more...

Yes Iam probably guilty of binary thinking more often than I care to admit. The frame has a BBright bottom bracket. I have debated many different cranks. The rotor crank was the other one that...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-31-14, 11:53 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,617
Posted By jjjj

Oops not sure I am going to still be riding in...

Oops not sure I am going to still be riding in 2105! Thanks all for your responses even the humorous ones regarding 2105. I am still a little torn. I do like the new front derailleur for shorter...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-31-14, 08:59 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,617
Posted By jjjj

2105 Campy Chorus vs 2014 Campy Record

Well my Chorus equipped Pedal Force QS2 is 9 years old and I am planning on relegating her to backup status. So I am starting a new build. It is going to be another Campy build. It just works for...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-10-14, 07:10 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 13,580
Posted By jjjj

Arundel makes quality cages that work. My...

Arundel makes quality cages that work. My sideloading Arundel cages have worked perfectly. I have never had a bottle fly out when hitting a bump. In short they are simply the best.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-11-14, 05:58 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,961
Posted By jjjj

This thread is very timely. I am in the terminal...

This thread is very timely. I am in the terminal waiting to get on a plane to Tucson for a cycling training camp vacation. Can not wait to get started. The rides include the following:
...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-10-14, 11:10 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,961
Posted By jjjj

I am leaving for a week's riding in Tucson...

I am leaving for a week's riding in Tucson tomorrow. :) So my vote is Tucson!
Forum: Road Cycling
03-07-14, 07:13 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,135
Posted By jjjj

I have the new version of the Performance Ultra...

I have the new version of the Performance Ultra bib and love them. I now have multiple pairs. The chamois is the best I have ever had. Although I have never owned the super expensive bibs, I have...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-04-14, 03:11 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,241
Posted By jjjj

Smith Pivlocks with 3 lenses (1 photochromic) can...

Smith Pivlocks with 3 lenses (1 photochromic) can be bad for $80 Chainlove or on line for about $90. Awesome glasses. Arts Cyclery = 90 plus maybe a 15% coupon for more off
Forum: Road Cycling
02-18-14, 09:37 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,289
Posted By jjjj

After further thought. You have a very good...

After further thought. You have a very good trainer with the Cyclops fluid. Even though I own and am VERY happy with my Kurt Kinetic Rock and Roll, I am not sure I would recommend an upgrade from...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-17-14, 07:12 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,289
Posted By jjjj

Yes it is a computer based program. It provides...

Yes it is a computer based program. It provides workouts and training plans. It guides you through each sessions with power targets at specific times during the workout. It also integrates with...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-17-14, 05:44 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,289
Posted By jjjj

If you are going to use trainerroad, I see no...

If you are going to use trainerroad, I see no real need for the KK power add on. Trainer Road power calculation will work.

I have the newest version of the rock and roll and it is very stable. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-10-14, 07:36 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 9,028
Posted By jjjj

Thanks for the responses. It encourages me to...

Thanks for the responses. It encourages me to try.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-10-14, 12:11 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 9,028
Posted By jjjj

This fall I switched from the KK power curve on...

This fall I switched from the KK power curve on trainerroad to a Power Tap on trainer road. My Power dropped 25 watts after getting the power tap. That was the bad news. the good news was that by...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-06-14, 12:27 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,799
Posted By jjjj

Kurt Kinetic Rock and Roll and Trainerroad

Kurt Kinetic Rock and Roll and Trainerroad
Forum: Road Cycling
01-25-14, 03:05 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,127
Posted By jjjj

I was thinking along the same lines. I had...

I was thinking along the same lines. I had really good base from my riding prior to starting the 12 week 40 k TT. I thought increasing my FTP was a good idea. I will go take a look at the century...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-24-14, 09:32 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,127
Posted By jjjj

Help picking my next trainerroad plan

I am one week away from finishing the 12 week mid volume 40k TT tainerroad training plan. I have had success with this plan as my FTP has increased. That being said I would like to try something...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-21-14, 12:01 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,411
Posted By jjjj

+1 for the Pacenti SL23 custom builds. I have...

+1 for the Pacenti SL23 custom builds. I have them built with a power tap hub. I love them. One word of caution. They are tubeless ready, which means changing they are a bit tough to mount a...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-17-14, 05:22 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 701
Posted By jjjj

I was going to TRY, I had to reschedule a test...

I was going to TRY, I had to reschedule a test for January 31 at the hospital. The test will keep me off the bike for 2 days. Now whether missing the Tour of Sufferlandia is good news or bad news...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-13-14, 12:41 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,524
Posted By jjjj

I also recommend yoga, I take a class once a...

I also recommend yoga, I take a class once a week with my wife. It actually helps my cycling and makes my better half happy.
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