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Forum: Southeast
07-01-19, 01:51 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,635
Posted By tnburban

Did them yesterday. Surprised how they snuck up...

Did them yesterday. Surprised how they snuck up on me. I was unfamiliar with the route, and all of the sudden in a peaceful neighborhood, round the curve and then - BAM!

The last 1/2 mile was...
Forum: Southeast
07-01-19, 01:37 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,155
Posted By tnburban

If moving to Sevierville check out...

If moving to Sevierville check out Townsend/Walland/Maryville - it is awesome. So much awesome riding. I've done well over 1,000 miles in the area in the past 12 months, mostly in Townsend/Walland...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-17-18, 10:46 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 964
Posted By tnburban

I have the same stand OP. Five stars so far. No...

I have the same stand OP. Five stars so far. No complaints.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-30-18, 07:27 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 8,041
Posted By tnburban

Also, for what it's worth, I have been able to...

Also, for what it's worth, I have been able to run a 11-32 cassette with this RD. Had to go to the hardware store and buy a longer screw for the B adjustment, but got it to work fine. Use an 11-30...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-30-18, 07:12 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 8,041
Posted By tnburban

Here's a picture of the box mine came in. ...

Here's a picture of the box mine came in.


https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1632x1224/u2_7f4766c00fedfebbb6116fbd9b73949a75fdb28a.jpg
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-29-18, 05:14 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,533
Posted By tnburban

Weird thread is weird.

Weird thread is weird.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-24-18, 05:21 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,933
Posted By tnburban

Tight. Had to buy a few new ones this year after...

Tight. Had to buy a few new ones this year after losing a lot of weight. Old ones flopped in the wind and drove me nuts.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-24-18, 05:13 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 8,922
Posted By tnburban

I'm done with REI. Dumping Camelback brand just...

I'm done with REI. Dumping Camelback brand just because their parent company wouldn't issue a statement they wanted is the equivalent of corporate bullying. REI is like the typical liberal who...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-24-18, 02:59 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 8,940
Posted By tnburban

WD-40 has a long list of uses. Anything...

WD-40 has a long list of uses. Anything involving a bike is not on the list. At least that's my view.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-22-18, 12:34 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,775
Posted By tnburban

Went out for 35 hard miles with the 1mm spacer...

Went out for 35 hard miles with the 1mm spacer removed, and tightened the cassette much tighter than normal. Had to adjust the RD by turning the barrel adjuster slightly, took about 90 seconds to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-21-18, 04:31 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,775
Posted By tnburban

Well, no torque wrench here, maybe I should...

Well, no torque wrench here, maybe I should remedy that.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-21-18, 06:51 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,775
Posted By tnburban

10 speed SRAM cassette on 11 speed hub

Made a mistake this weekend and wanted to share it to prevent others from doing the same. I have an Ultegra 10 speed bike. Recently got a SRAM 11-32 cassette to replace the Ultegra 11-28. After some...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
05-13-18, 02:55 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,181
Posted By tnburban

Anyone else trying to watch on the NBS sports app...

Anyone else trying to watch on the NBS sports app and it won't load? And Sling says NBS Sports is "off air"
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-25-18, 08:42 PM
Replies: 2,583
Views: 384,402
Posted By tnburban

Two things happened this week 1. Garmin...

Two things happened this week

1. Garmin heart rate strap kept slipping down to where my Garmin 510 wouldn't read it. Had to tighten it up for the first time ever.
2. rode in the rain the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-22-18, 08:33 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 6,161
Posted By tnburban

I am constantly trying to find and create new...

I am constantly trying to find and create new routes that have long somewhat consistent climbs. Suffer a bit going up, big grin coming down. I would MUCH rather do a long 5+mile gradual 5% climb...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-20-18, 01:21 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 9,094
Posted By tnburban

I guess I'm just low maintenance. I don't really...

I guess I'm just low maintenance. I don't really care about the tire - Gatorskin vs Schwalbe vs GP4000 vs Michelin vs etc. I buy what the best deal is. The roads around my area are so varying in...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-02-18, 08:47 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,139
Posted By tnburban

This has worked extremely well for me. ...

This has worked extremely well for me.

https://www.amazon.com/Bikehand-Mechanic-Bicycle-Repair-Stand/dp/B00D9B7OKQ/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1522723599&sr=8-4&keywords=bike+hand
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-02-18, 02:06 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,067
Posted By tnburban

To take the word "gear" to other meaning, I would...

To take the word "gear" to other meaning, I would recommend a compact double up front and something like an 11-28 or even 11-30 in the rear. The gearing on a mountain bike is usually very friendly...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-26-17, 03:22 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 10,258
Posted By tnburban

I have no shame in putting a dinner plate sized...

I have no shame in putting a dinner plate sized cassette on my bike. I have a 50/34 with an 11-32 cassette and have an 11-36 I can put on when necessary. Get all sorts of looks and comments when I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-25-17, 06:54 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,765
Posted By tnburban

I carry a multi tool (crank brothers), tie...

I carry a multi tool (crank brothers), tie levers, a spare tube, a CO2 kit, with an extra CO2 cartidge, patch kit, my ID, and at least $50 in cash. Never know what's out there or what will happen on...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-24-17, 12:21 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 10,522
Posted By tnburban

I'll second, third, fourth and maybe even fifth...

I'll second, third, fourth and maybe even fifth Knipex. Pricey, but once you use it you will understand why. The 10" version should meet all your needs. I have the 7, 10 and 12" set personally, as...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-18-17, 01:38 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,640
Posted By tnburban

Humble brag thread????:D

Humble brag thread????:D
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-12-17, 08:06 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 34,164
Posted By tnburban

Check out the Mazda 3 hatchback. And VW jetta...

Check out the Mazda 3 hatchback. And VW jetta wagon.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-04-17, 08:37 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,730
Posted By tnburban

Yeah, they posted links to some very boutique...

Yeah, they posted links to some very boutique bike builders (Moots and Seven Cycles). Not saying they aren't good bikes, in fact after looking at their sites I was kinda wanting one, but they are...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-04-17, 06:19 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 910
Posted By tnburban

I hear you. I have a 50/34 with 12-30 cassette...

I hear you. I have a 50/34 with 12-30 cassette on one of my bikes and spend a lot of time on the 50 and the upper 3-4 cogs, cross chaining on occasion. My other bike has a 52/36 and a 11-36 on the...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-03-17, 09:12 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,110
Posted By tnburban

Same start. Yes, I hit all three rest stops for...

Same start. Yes, I hit all three rest stops for about 3-5 min each to refill water, have a banana, etc.

It's all good, I guess what got me to post this was that I thought I really grew a lot as a...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-02-17, 03:16 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,110
Posted By tnburban

You know you're slow when...

...you ride the 100k option on a charity ride, and in the last mile or so at a stop light another guy pulls up, and during your talk you realize he is finishing the 100 mile option on your charity...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-29-17, 08:25 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,603
Posted By tnburban

the way I approach climbs is all about how I feel...

the way I approach climbs is all about how I feel when I hit it. I can do the same ride 20 times and approach and complete the climb many different ways. For me there are two ways to climb:
...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-17-17, 05:02 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 924
Posted By tnburban

I had some shimano c50s that seemed to fit your...

I had some shimano c50s that seemed to fit your specs.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-15-17, 08:04 PM
Replies: 158
Views: 14,475
Posted By tnburban

I have too much money tied up in rim brake wheel...

I have too much money tied up in rim brake wheel sets right now, so I can't embrace disc brakes...ask me again once I wear out these wheels.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-14-17, 09:12 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,796
Posted By tnburban

Did I just read that you stole a bike?

Did I just read that you stole a bike?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-14-17, 04:43 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,840
Posted By tnburban

Nice post OP. I have a lot of stuff in my life...

Nice post OP. I have a lot of stuff in my life that I need to and try to fix. And I use mechanisms like this.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-14-17, 03:15 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,637
Posted By tnburban

I've bought and sold multiple bikes on CL. Just...

I've bought and sold multiple bikes on CL. Just make sure you are upfront and very clear on any issues with the bike (scratches, wear, etc) so that there are no surprises for the buyer. And meet...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-08-17, 06:39 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,781
Posted By tnburban

This happens much more frequently with tools -...

This happens much more frequently with tools - it's a shady area, some guys view it as an opportunity to get nice stuff cheap. Others view it as a d!ck move, probably because they are terrified of...
Forum: Triathlon
09-07-17, 02:58 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,220
Posted By tnburban

Depends on the distance and terrain. I don't do...

Depends on the distance and terrain. I don't do ironman, or even half iron man events. Most of my races are sprint distances where the bike portion is usually under 20 miles. Occasionally I'll do...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-07-17, 02:17 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,370
Posted By tnburban

Depends on what your front rings are. I run SRAM...

Depends on what your front rings are. I run SRAM 1170 11-36 on one bike with a 52/36 front setup and a SRAM Red 22 Wifli RD and it is great. Also have a SRAM 1070 11-32 10 speed on another that I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-07-17, 01:11 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 796
Posted By tnburban

Yep. Higher up front cost, but it is so simple...

Yep. Higher up front cost, but it is so simple to use and built like a tank.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-05-17, 07:50 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,069
Posted By tnburban

I'm confused. Are you not allowed to bring it...

I'm confused. Are you not allowed to bring it into your apartment? My oldest lives in Minneapolis and had one bike disappear. He now keeps his new bike in his apartment. He's on the 7th floor and...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-03-17, 08:41 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,974
Posted By tnburban

Did a 100km organized ride yesterday as the...

Did a 100km organized ride yesterday as the remnants from Harvey went through. About 75km were in the rain with at least 15km in heavy rain, another 15km in drizzle/mist, only about 10km with no...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-31-17, 05:00 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,624
Posted By tnburban

Gloves. Gotta find gloves that fit and you are...

Gloves. Gotta find gloves that fit and you are comfortable in. It took me a few pairs to find the right ones.

Also, if you're really riding in 32-65, that means 40s and 50s...neck is a big...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-30-17, 08:21 PM
Replies: 138
Views: 17,796
Posted By tnburban

My wife does crossfit with guys and girls, mostly...

My wife does crossfit with guys and girls, mostly guys. I don't. She hangs out with them sometimes and I don't care. It's her fun time. I have zero worries about anything happening as our...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-29-17, 03:04 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,352
Posted By tnburban

Fall means time for the squirrels to come out and...

Fall means time for the squirrels to come out and play chicken. Crashed once in 2016 and had to get a wheel rebuilt thanks to one of those SOBs. I swear some of them are suicidal.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-27-17, 06:11 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,392
Posted By tnburban

Possibilities are endless. Cannondale ...

Possibilities are endless.

Cannondale
Bianchi
Trek
Giant
Focus
Specialized
Pinarello
Raleigh
Forum: Training & Nutrition
08-27-17, 12:23 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 27,657
Posted By tnburban

Came across this the other day...food for...

Came across this the other day...food for thought.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NSUCW7nxVuo
Forum: Road Cycling
08-27-17, 10:52 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 6,685
Posted By tnburban

Nice report, made it a helluva lot further than I...

Nice report, made it a helluva lot further than I would have mostly solo. It was unfortunate that more riders didn't group up and stay together, that would have helped I think, at least it does for...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-26-17, 01:29 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 991
Posted By tnburban

Almost got hit head on today. Townsend, TN. Was...

Almost got hit head on today. Townsend, TN. Was going around a curve (left bending). Two other roadies were coming from the opposite direction. One waved, I waved back, then all of the sudden...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-21-17, 04:55 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 15,401
Posted By tnburban

Bought some C70s from them a little more over a...

Bought some C70s from them a little more over a year ago when Shimano announced the 9100 series coming out. Beyond an excellent deal, I was skeptical but wheels are legit.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-19-17, 05:26 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,950
Posted By tnburban

Straight from SRAM: JP McCarthy, Road...

Straight from SRAM:



JP McCarthy, Road Product Manager, SRAM

Link: Cross-chaining: is it really all that bad? | road.cc...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-15-17, 05:08 PM
Replies: 239
Views: 27,422
Posted By tnburban

I did a 60 mile group ride last week. Rolling...

I did a 60 mile group ride last week. Rolling terrain, in east TN. It was a mixed bunch. I rode behind a pack of 5 women for most of the ride. Did not give one chit about them being in front of...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-15-17, 04:46 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,236
Posted By tnburban

Changing Bikes

I have had a love affair with my current bike, a nice Bianchi Sempre, but I have a younger, more attractive bike that I can use. A Focus Izalco Team. Not that the Bianchi has done anything wrong,...
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