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Forum: Road Cycling
08-24-18, 09:26 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 14,250
Posted By cpstwoart

Pictures just for reference and because they are...

Pictures just for reference and because they are cool framesets.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-24-18, 09:25 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 14,250
Posted By cpstwoart

S-Works Tarmac SL 6 vs TCR Advanced SL

A little background, I currently ride a Giant TCR Advanced SL and I love it, but I also recognize that this bike has made me a biased Giant fanboy. I also have a TCR SLR which I use as a crit...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-16-18, 08:42 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 11,375
Posted By cpstwoart

Yeah, I feel mega bad. He's my friend and every...

Yeah, I feel mega bad. He's my friend and every time he has come in to get something done as of recently and it hasn't been me doing it, something has gone wrong. Whether that is ordering something...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-16-18, 05:22 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 11,375
Posted By cpstwoart

2018 Specialized Allez Sprint w/ Enve Fork...HALP!

A mechanic at my shop cut down the carbon steerer tube on the fork of a new Allez Sprint a little short. Specialized doesn't stock extra forks for the sprint, not even for warranty purposes. Their...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
01-06-18, 12:44 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 21,394
Posted By cpstwoart

DUDE! You rock! Thank you so much for putting so...

DUDE! You rock! Thank you so much for putting so much time into helping me. I really appreciate the respectful advice.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
01-05-18, 09:25 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 21,394
Posted By cpstwoart

I went and watched all the highlights of the...

I went and watched all the highlights of the stages. You're totes right. But you knew that already. Just thought I would throw that out there for you. I'm not sure what I saw that I thought was an...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
01-05-18, 06:47 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 21,394
Posted By cpstwoart

Hmm. I thought I saw them racing on wheels with...

Hmm. I thought I saw them racing on wheels with alloy braking surfaces at the Colorado Classic. It's quite possible I am remembering incorrectly. I just remember at some point I looked at the race...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
01-05-18, 11:33 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 21,394
Posted By cpstwoart

I could definitely see that being the case. Here...

I could definitely see that being the case. Here in the midwest we are a little late to catching onto national trends. Luckily we still have a strong domestic scene, although I do also notice a...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
01-05-18, 11:19 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 21,394
Posted By cpstwoart

Thanks for the input, man! I'm totally...

Thanks for the input, man! I'm totally comfortable with bumping and all that. I just see lots of people who aren't and I want to be able to react in time when they go down in front of me into...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
01-05-18, 10:31 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 21,394
Posted By cpstwoart

Right now I am 166 lbs, but my race weight is...

Right now I am 166 lbs, but my race weight is around 156-158.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
01-05-18, 10:25 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 21,394
Posted By cpstwoart

In CAT 3, 4, 5 I have seen more crashes in crits...

In CAT 3, 4, 5 I have seen more crashes in crits mostly because of inexperienced riders who can't handle bumping. I dream of the day that I get to race against people who have better bike handling...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
01-04-18, 09:42 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 21,394
Posted By cpstwoart

Oh, I will always race aware. I see people taking...

Oh, I will always race aware. I see people taking stupid risks all the time. I don't want to take dumb risks. I just want to be able to race with greater tenacity. My data shows that I am slowing...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
01-04-18, 08:55 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 21,394
Posted By cpstwoart

Also, keep in mind that I only managed to upgrade...

Also, keep in mind that I only managed to upgrade once and only have half of the points I need to get to CAT 3. Additionally I race collegiate B. I didn't crash at all in CAT 5 and 4 by the grace of...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
01-04-18, 08:43 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 21,394
Posted By cpstwoart

I still plan to on road races. But I don't need...

I still plan to on road races. But I don't need them in crits. I'd keep them as pit wheels, but I will keep them mainly on my TCR. I got a crit bike so that I wouldn't be scared to go down. I spent a...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
01-04-18, 04:16 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 21,394
Posted By cpstwoart

Crit Wheels. Got Suggestions?

So I am looking to finish my crit bike with some light, stiff, robust, responsive, and reliable 11s wheels. I don't feel like crashing my Boyds after seeing way too many broken and taco'd carbon...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-12-17, 01:33 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 37,328
Posted By cpstwoart

Yes. There is a big difference. But it isn't just...

Yes. There is a big difference. But it isn't just the bike itself. It is also the components. The Advanced SL is made with different carbon than the Advanced Pro and Advanced. The integrated seatpost...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-24-17, 06:40 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 37,328
Posted By cpstwoart

I'm 30 and I ride with a 11/32 running mid...

I'm 30 and I ride with a 11/32 running mid compact. I don't care how not pro it looks. I like having the option to not hammer it out hard up a punchy 15-25% grade like we have on our punchy hills...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-24-17, 06:32 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 37,328
Posted By cpstwoart

It turns out the the SLR one I got from them was...

It turns out the the SLR one I got from them was the step down with an aluminum steerer, so it has external routing. I'm actually relieved by that since I have seen carbon steerers snap in race...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-24-17, 06:29 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 37,328
Posted By cpstwoart

The actual solo frameset. It's probably the...

The actual solo frameset. It's probably the coolest paint job they've ever done on a Propel in my opinion. I do like the new paint job. I think it's pretty interesting to look at and it matches the...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-19-17, 08:16 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 37,328
Posted By cpstwoart

I talked to a Giant rep about it. He said that...

I talked to a Giant rep about it. He said that there just wasn't the market for it in the US. Shops held onto them for a long time because it was too easy to upsell a carbon bike that was only a few...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-19-17, 08:03 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 37,328
Posted By cpstwoart

Ah, yes. Finally a person who knows my struggle...

Ah, yes. Finally a person who knows my struggle and can reaffirm that the Propel is a solid choice. I also plan to take a trip to NC to ride the Blue Ridge Parkway, Tail of the Dragon, and Clingman's...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-19-17, 07:57 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 37,328
Posted By cpstwoart

It should also be in tomorrow or Thursday. So as...

It should also be in tomorrow or Thursday. So as soon as it comes in I will post pictures.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-19-17, 07:41 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 37,328
Posted By cpstwoart

Yeah, it is the 2015 TCR SLR 1 frameset. ...

Yeah, it is the 2015 TCR SLR 1 frameset.
https://www.giant-bicycles.com/_upload_in/bikes/models/xxl/2015/TCR_SLR_1_Asia.jpg

And everyone who owns an aluminum TCR feels the exact same way as you.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-19-17, 12:10 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 37,328
Posted By cpstwoart

The new Propel frame design is definitely better...

The new Propel frame design is definitely better than the old one. They finally jumped on board with the kamtail design, and they improved the stiffness in the head tube for sprinters. Then there is...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-18-17, 09:37 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 37,328
Posted By cpstwoart

Honestly it is the first bike I ever got on that...

Honestly it is the first bike I ever got on that instantly made me smile. I've ridden some amazing bikes including a Madone 9.9, Bianchi Oltre XR4, Venge Vias, and a Scott Foil just to name the best...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-18-17, 09:32 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 37,328
Posted By cpstwoart

I live in Indiana. I think it's pretty clear...

I live in Indiana. I think it's pretty clear which I will be doing more of. Haha.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-10-17, 08:35 PM
Replies: 227
Views: 23,078
Posted By cpstwoart

The smoother the surface the smaller the tire you...

The smoother the surface the smaller the tire you can get away with. That is, of course, assuming that the rim/tire interface is aerodynamically optimized. On rims meant for smaller tires you will...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-10-17, 08:16 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,607
Posted By cpstwoart

Honestly I am not entirely sure Di2 is really...

Honestly I am not entirely sure Di2 is really worth it. It doesn't really shift better than mechanical. There are some cool things like synchroshift and the ability to see what gear you are in on...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-10-17, 08:55 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 37,328
Posted By cpstwoart

Dude! If your body is talking to you more often...

Dude! If your body is talking to you more often that Roubaix is literally the best bike. It's not like it rips on the descents or out of corners like a crit monster, but at mile 50 you feel just as...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-10-17, 08:17 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,607
Posted By cpstwoart

I have not had a chance to compare it stock side...

I have not had a chance to compare it stock side by side. We do have a customer at our shop who rides one with a Lauf fork. I've taken it for a spin to test it after doing some work, but I can't...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-10-17, 08:09 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 37,328
Posted By cpstwoart

Not really. Mostly you have to hope to find one...

Not really. Mostly you have to hope to find one on ebay or an older one at a shop that they couldn't sell for some reason. Sometimes if you have an inside guy at Giant you can find one that they have...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-09-17, 10:19 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 13,903
Posted By cpstwoart

That all depends on you, man. People can have...

That all depends on you, man. People can have their opinions, but they are subjective to their own bias. If you rode on it and it made you happy then that's all the advice I would take on it. It's...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-09-17, 09:52 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,607
Posted By cpstwoart

It is a more nimble bike. The Diverge is an...

It is a more nimble bike. The Diverge is an adventure bike and is not meant to be quick and nimble. The new Roubaix with the future shock is also geared more towards the comfort of the rider after 20...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-09-17, 09:48 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 569
Posted By cpstwoart

It sounds more like one of your legs is a little...

It sounds more like one of your legs is a little longer than the other or that you have an old injury affecting one of your legs. I'd recommend getting a proper bike fit done. It sounds like you'll...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-09-17, 09:43 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 37,328
Posted By cpstwoart

Also, as it turns out I am not an "all-rounder."...

Also, as it turns out I am not an "all-rounder." I ended up being more of a sprinter and puncheur. I'm pretty fond of breakaways, too. That being said, I have decided to move on to the Propel life....
Forum: Road Cycling
09-09-17, 09:20 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 37,328
Posted By cpstwoart

Update: I got the TCR last year. Here it is...

Update: I got the TCR last year.

Here it is displaying my 1st and 2nd place victories, the first and second time I hit the podium this year.

http://i.imgur.com/MllJXcR.png

and here it is...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-06-17, 04:23 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,367
Posted By cpstwoart

It is especially nice routing eTap. ;)

It is especially nice routing eTap. ;)
Forum: Road Cycling
03-06-17, 12:18 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,367
Posted By cpstwoart

I'll be going next semester. I tried to transfer...

I'll be going next semester. I tried to transfer in, but they said a few of my credits wouldn't transfer for the FYE program. So I moved to Lafayette and decided to take the courses at Ivy Tech. Now...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-06-17, 12:14 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,367
Posted By cpstwoart

Thanks for sharing this. It IS as beautiful as I...

Thanks for sharing this. It IS as beautiful as I thought it would be. It looks super cool built up. I am definitely going to build it up now.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-26-17, 08:17 PM
Replies: 27,405
Views: 18,498,198
Posted By cpstwoart

It's a M/L, saddle height at 72 cm, 110 stem. ...

It's a M/L, saddle height at 72 cm, 110 stem.



Thanks! I do too! That's why I ended up getting it over the 2017 one. It was the same price as an EP, but I really liked the color over the one...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-26-17, 08:10 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,367
Posted By cpstwoart

Awesome!!! I'm stoked to see it! I can't believe...

Awesome!!! I'm stoked to see it! I can't believe you built it up DA for just over the frameset price, even with demo parts. I priced it out as an EP and with components from S-Tec and it still cost...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-26-17, 08:08 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,367
Posted By cpstwoart

I actually mean with the paint job. I've seen and...

I actually mean with the paint job. I've seen and ridden the Propel. I just haven't seen this color in person.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-20-17, 10:16 AM
Replies: 27,405
Views: 18,498,198
Posted By cpstwoart

My Giant TCR Advanced SL. I have a Rotor 2INPOWER...

My Giant TCR Advanced SL. I have a Rotor 2INPOWER on the way, and I am in the process of building up a set of 60 mm Boyd wheels with some blue Industry Nine hubs. When the new Dura-Ace 9100 becomes...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-20-17, 09:44 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,367
Posted By cpstwoart

Has anyone seen the 2017 Giant Propel Advanced SL frameset built up?

I'm hoping Giant still has some in stock when I am ready to get one this year, but I am curious if anyone has seen one of these framesets built up. They are pretty sexy, and I want to see some bike...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
02-07-17, 10:54 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,226
Posted By cpstwoart

I definitely want to do some classic campy record...

I definitely want to do some classic campy record on the Bianchi. It feels so right that way. I also think the Battaglin will look great with the darker Ultegra groupo. I already have some classic...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
02-07-17, 11:34 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,226
Posted By cpstwoart

Actually, I am still going to snag the Bianchi...

Actually, I am still going to snag the Bianchi when I get paid this Friday. I'll build it up next after the Battaglin.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
02-07-17, 10:47 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,226
Posted By cpstwoart

Thanks, guys! I decided to go with the Battaglin....

Thanks, guys! I decided to go with the Battaglin. I just kept coming back to it. I will post an update when I build it up. I am swapping to new Dura Ace on the bike I race, so I plan to put my...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
02-06-17, 10:37 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,251
Posted By cpstwoart

I have two main ones that never change: ...

I have two main ones that never change:

Elapsed time
Distance

Those are the two most valuable pieces of information, and they trade off depending on the type of crit in terms of importance. I...
Forum: Juniors Racing (All Disciplines)
02-06-17, 09:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,691
Posted By cpstwoart

It's definitely valuable to have people push...

It's definitely valuable to have people push against you to get more comfortable with the feeling. It can be scary to get bumped at first and crashes happen when you panic. But more valuable might be...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
02-06-17, 08:35 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,226
Posted By cpstwoart

Bianchi SLX vs. SAB SLX NEW vs. Battaglin Brain...Help!

So I am entering the steel bike market for the first time as a long time carbon roadie. I have done as much research as I can absorb and combined it with the knowledge I have from working in a shop,...
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