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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-19-24, 12:56 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,197
Posted By Mtracer

Maybe the sealant type. I think Stan's has some...

Maybe the sealant type. I think Stan's has some race version that is very aggressive. That's what you need for a race, but not necessarily ideal for day to day use.

Another thing might be how much...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-19-24, 11:09 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 6,187
Posted By Mtracer

I got 3,500 miles out of my last GP 5000 S TR, 28...

I got 3,500 miles out of my last GP 5000 S TR, 28 mm. I'm a heavy rider at around 200 lbs (90 kg). Though not especially powerful. I probably did around 40 km of vertical on that tire.

Obviously,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-19-24, 10:19 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,197
Posted By Mtracer

I agree, but the maintenance is pretty small. For...

I agree, but the maintenance is pretty small. For me, I have to add a bit of sealant every 6 weeks or so to make sure it doesn't completely dry out. I do this by removing the valve core and injecting...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-17-24, 07:42 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,197
Posted By Mtracer

Tubeless and tubes with sealant and especially...

Tubeless and tubes with sealant and especially Slime, are not the same thing. 100 psi would be very high for a modern road tubeless setup. 28, 30 and even 32 mm wide road tires are common and running...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-12-24, 10:03 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 381
Posted By Mtracer

When I tension bladed spokes, I do hold the...

When I tension bladed spokes, I do hold the blade, but some over-twist can still happen. When this is happening, I usual adjust a bit past what I want, often hearing a ping when the friction of the...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-12-24, 09:56 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,067
Posted By Mtracer

If your legs are feeling sore a day or two after...

If your legs are feeling sore a day or two after every ride, I think you’re overdoing it. You must give your body time to recover. If you don’t recover enough, you just build up more fatigue.
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-12-24, 09:31 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 381
Posted By Mtracer

You don’t want twist and unless you permanently...

You don’t want twist and unless you permanently deformed the spoke, you should be able to have it straight. The are bladed for aerodynamic purposes. If you going to have the wide part hitting the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-11-24, 06:14 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,012
Posted By Mtracer

I had a cable fray and break at the shifter....

I had a cable fray and break at the shifter. Aside from the difficulty completing the ride, extracting the short, ball end of the frayed cable and the little bits of broken off cable required some...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-11-24, 06:02 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 603
Posted By Mtracer

I had a GP 5000 S TR tire do that, but after...

I had a GP 5000 S TR tire do that, but after 3,500+ miles. Sure sucks on a nearly new tire.

Just a guess, but I suspect the outside of the tire sealed, but not the inside and then air and/or...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-10-24, 12:40 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 995
Posted By Mtracer

I've been using a Hirobel clamp for some years...

I've been using a Hirobel clamp for some years now and highly recommend it. Aside from eliminating concerns with CF frames, it's just so much easier with any bike. Just lift it up and place it on the...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-10-24, 12:21 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 241
Posted By Mtracer

I was in an accident with a car (right hook) and...

I was in an accident with a car (right hook) and broke my collar bone. I wasn't knocked out though. I was off the bike completely for about a month. Then the indoor trainer for two months then...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-10-24, 12:05 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 819
Posted By Mtracer

I think it is obvious you didn't make a mistake....

I think it is obvious you didn't make a mistake. Nothing wrong with just getting out of the way. But that of course doesn't mean it is the only correct way to deal with the situation. Taking the lane...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-08-24, 06:40 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 986
Posted By Mtracer

There are so many options, that the best approach...

There are so many options, that the best approach is to use online resources and simply study all the types of bikes available. Find out what each is optimized for. This way you'll have a much better...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-07-24, 08:24 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,815
Posted By Mtracer

Showing the more used routes brighter is the very...

Showing the more used routes brighter is the very definition of what a heat map is, in this context. The more used suggests the more popular and likely for reasons of perceived safety and ease of...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-07-24, 06:38 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,815
Posted By Mtracer

I'm not sure the limitations on Strava for heat...

I'm not sure the limitations on Strava for heat maps without the premium version. But the good stuff is the smaller details that might show you ways to connect segments you aren't aware of. You can...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-07-24, 03:48 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,815
Posted By Mtracer

Take a look at the Strava heat map. You may find...

Take a look at the Strava heat map. You may find some new segments, or a secret shortcut that allows you to link your usual segments in a new way.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-06-24, 12:11 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 3,351
Posted By Mtracer

No question that in any activity, if something...

No question that in any activity, if something hurts, it's going to discourage people from wanting to do it. While I don't necessarily believe that saddle discomfort is the biggest barrier to new...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-05-24, 12:17 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 623
Posted By Mtracer

I’m over 90 kg and have no issues with 24 spoke...

I’m over 90 kg and have no issues with 24 spoke wheels, bladed at that.

I don’t hit potholes, do bunny hops, or go flying off small drops like curbs. But, I do hit thousands of small bumps caused...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-05-24, 12:00 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 484
Posted By Mtracer

Seems plausible that a bump could affect...

Seems plausible that a bump could affect hydraulic fluid in the system and cause the pistons to extend and then rub. Though I wouldn’t expect the rub to last any longer than applying and releasing...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-05-24, 11:52 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,020
Posted By Mtracer

I wear a chest strap type. I don’t even notice I...

I wear a chest strap type. I don’t even notice I have it on, so it is as comfortable as it could be.

Regardless of improvements, I still believe the chest strap types, which directly measure...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-04-24, 11:20 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 899
Posted By Mtracer

Really sounds to me like you want the second...

Really sounds to me like you want the second Domane. My Domane is my main bike and it is a wonderful ride. So,I understand why you would want one for your second location.

I say get the trade in...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-03-24, 05:29 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 794
Posted By Mtracer

Using your values, the power savings of the aero...

Using your values, the power savings of the aero frame would be about 9 W at 30 kph. That is a speed I often ride at and I'll take 9 W anywhere I can get it. That's in the range of 4% of my FTP (~220...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-02-24, 06:00 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 794
Posted By Mtracer

At most this says something about these two Orbea...

At most this says something about these two Orbea bikes. Though the video keeps referring to climbing vs aero, this is the distinction for these two Orbea bikes, there's no way you can extend this to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-30-24, 04:54 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,142
Posted By Mtracer

The cable comes out of the housing in the center....

The cable comes out of the housing in the center. If it is cutting into the side of the ferrule, it must also be cutting through the housing. I.E. the housing is worn out. Or of course the housing...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-26-24, 09:55 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,600
Posted By Mtracer

I now use a mirror built into my sunglasses...

I now use a mirror built into my sunglasses (Trieye glasses). I like it a lot. I used the Take-A-Look mirror for several years before that. But there are mirrors I didn't like.
I found anything...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-25-24, 10:20 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,132
Posted By Mtracer

I think the tape was simply not wrapped tight...

I think the tape was simply not wrapped tight enough or it is crap tape.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-24-24, 04:52 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,708
Posted By Mtracer

I’m Di2 on my main bikes. But before that, I...

I’m Di2 on my main bikes. But before that, I replaced the rear shift cable about every 6 months (~2,500 miles) , and the front every year, I had the rear fray and break at the STI shifter and aside...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-21-24, 07:51 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,117
Posted By Mtracer

MTB, cross or gravel shoes with SPD cleats. You...

MTB, cross or gravel shoes with SPD cleats. You can walk in them more or less normally. Though they will be much stiffer than a normal shoe. So, you don't want to walk miles in them. But no issue...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-21-24, 07:44 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 907
Posted By Mtracer

If you can hear the leak, that sounds like...

If you can hear the leak, that sounds like something much larger than the typical tubeless bead not yet sealed. But 100 PSI is really high for tubeless. So, perhaps you're simply forcing the bead to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-21-24, 07:34 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 873
Posted By Mtracer

I detected a runner once that overtook me on a...

I detected a runner once that overtook me on a not that steep hill (~4%). I was doing about 7 MPH (still just warming up early in my ride), so he was doing 8-9 MPH. I found him on Strava flybys and...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-19-24, 03:33 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 605
Posted By Mtracer

Wider tires contribute significantly to comfort....

Wider tires contribute significantly to comfort. Consider how wide a tire you can fit on the bikes you are considering. Modern road bikes, with disc brakes, accept wider tires. A modern endurance...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-19-24, 03:12 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,018
Posted By Mtracer

I'd certianly update it if there is a newer...

I'd certianly update it if there is a newer update. I know many are reluctant to do updates because of the potential for the update to cause a problem. But in this case, the unit is designed to work...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-18-24, 10:11 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,265
Posted By Mtracer

I get the need for a backup bike. I ride...

I get the need for a backup bike. I ride regularly and it is a part of my routine and I'd hate to not be able to do it. About a year ago, I bought a Trek Domane to have a true road bike, in addition...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-17-24, 03:26 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 431
Posted By Mtracer

I assume you are taking about fixing a flat on...

I assume you are taking about fixing a flat on the side of the road. There are various tire jack type tools for use in the shop. If your rims support it, tubeless is something to consider. You are...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-17-24, 01:30 PM
Replies: 195
Views: 10,140
Posted By Mtracer

Spot on.

Spot on.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-16-24, 04:50 PM
Replies: 195
Views: 10,140
Posted By Mtracer

Recently I passed a couple of guys and kept on...

Recently I passed a couple of guys and kept on some extra power to create a gap. They were a few hundred yards back. Next time I looked, they were closing. I hadn’t backed off.

They got on my...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-15-24, 12:51 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 616
Posted By Mtracer

On an 11-speed bike with Shimano drive train, I...

On an 11-speed bike with Shimano drive train, I once tried a KMC chain and it seemed to not shift as well. Even though this is very little experience with KMC chains, from then on, I use Shimano...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-15-24, 12:36 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,443
Posted By Mtracer

rsbob beat me to it. The Strava heat map can be...

rsbob beat me to it. The Strava heat map can be very helpful. It's not perfect though since a route may be popular with commuters, but not ideal for recreational riding. Sometimes routes or segments...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-14-24, 08:28 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 2,200
Posted By Mtracer

No idea how Wahoo handles this, but with Gamin,...

No idea how Wahoo handles this, but with Gamin, you can have it auto-calibrate speed/distance. It uses GPS which works well for relatively larger distances that are flat. That is used to calibrate...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-14-24, 03:12 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,943
Posted By Mtracer

I'm not going to argue how your tires felt to...

I'm not going to argue how your tires felt to you. But larger tires do not inherently have higher rolling resistance and often lower at appropriate pressures. Lots of data on...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-14-24, 01:04 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,943
Posted By Mtracer

I suspect this is a case of feel vs actual...

I suspect this is a case of feel vs actual performance. I have a friend who is still in the 25's pumped up to 120 PSI crowd. When he tried a much lower, but certainly more optimum pressure, he said...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-14-24, 12:42 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,197
Posted By Mtracer

There are two main reason to go with tubeless;...

There are two main reason to go with tubeless; reduced roadside repair of flats, small performance gains in some situations.

Given the OP is riding a bike that isn't designed for high performance...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-13-24, 03:24 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 537
Posted By Mtracer

On my Domane with carbon frame and seat post, my...

On my Domane with carbon frame and seat post, my seatpost also was bottomed out at my riding position. I was concerned it could cause noise at some point. So,was able to swap it for a shorter...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-13-24, 12:36 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 537
Posted By Mtracer

If it’s not slipping, don’t fix what ain’t broke....

If it’s not slipping, don’t fix what ain’t broke.

If it came with carbon paste on it, then I would reapply if you clean off the post for some reason.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-13-24, 08:54 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 666
Posted By Mtracer

The QuikrStuffMach2 is effectively and updated...

The QuikrStuffMach2 is effectively and updated 1UP rack. I believe the designer of the 1UP started the QuikrStuff company and would seems to hold the rights tot he original design. Though I'm not...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-12-24, 09:53 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 11,679
Posted By Mtracer

I agree. If you’re spraying on a rag and wiping,...

I agree. If you’re spraying on a rag and wiping, it would seem unlikely any would be getting in around the nipples unless you were really soaking the rag.

The rear wheel takes a lot more abuse...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-12-24, 07:56 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 537
Posted By Mtracer

I can't say anything specifically about an aero...

I can't say anything specifically about an aero seat post for a TT bike, but Park Tools has a carbon assembly paste I have used. I would think that would be appropriate. Does your seat post actually...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-12-24, 07:38 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 666
Posted By Mtracer

I don't have a 1 UP but have a QuikrStuff Mach 2...

I don't have a 1 UP but have a QuikrStuff Mach 2 that I think is similar (designed by the same person, I think). You probably can't just drill through as there is a mechanism you tighten that wedges...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-12-24, 06:58 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 11,679
Posted By Mtracer

I did some more digging and found this old BF...

I did some more digging and found this old BF post about Simple Green
https://www.bikeforums.net/bicycle-mechanics/4117-simple-green-alu.html

Aside from corrosion, there is something called...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-12-24, 05:02 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 11,679
Posted By Mtracer

Apparently regular Simple Green is corrosive to...

Apparently regular Simple Green is corrosive to aluminum. They make a specific version for use on aircraft. I.E., safe for aluminum.

I think it’s obvious that simply wiping down a rim would not...
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