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Forum: Commuting
07-21-13, 10:30 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 639
Posted By Yo-

its a cannondale r1000.

its a cannondale r1000.
Forum: Commuting
07-21-13, 08:49 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 639
Posted By Yo-

Road Bike to Commuter

So I want to change out my road bike to a commuter.

My commute is only 2 miles, but I want a more relaxed riding position. Would it be possible to change out the handle bar stem to get one that...
Forum: Touring
05-08-08, 01:24 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 12,022
Posted By Yo-

San Francisco to Los Angeles

A noob here.

1. When's the best time of the year to do this?

2. What route is the most scenic/best/rewarding?

3. Assuming an average rider, how long would it take?

4. Any nice campgounds...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-28-07, 01:32 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,754
Posted By Yo-

Get the triple. Do the right thing. There...

Get the triple. Do the right thing.

There are all sorts of triple combos out there (30-39-52) and (30-42-52) among many others. The triple with the 42 middle ring offers the best performance for a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-19-07, 02:04 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,263
Posted By Yo-

The wax lube is the worst crap you can put on...

The wax lube is the worst crap you can put on your road bike in dry conditions. You need to apply it quite often. The only upside is that it is self-cleaning. (it's too thick and gunky to get inside...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-08-07, 12:40 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,404
Posted By Yo-

Do I really need 2 bikes?

I've been meaning (actually wanting) to splurge and buy a $3,000+ carbon frame bike now for some time now. I have an '05 Cannondale R500 triple (aluminum frame).

I don't need a beater, commuter,...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
03-27-07, 11:36 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,985
Posted By Yo-

Bad knees from seat too low?

I've read some posts on here about people claiming that having your seat too low gives people bad knees.

I think it's a myth. Yay or Nay?
Forum: Road Cycling
03-18-07, 03:10 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 3,065
Posted By Yo-

If you stop midway and unclip, the only way for...

If you stop midway and unclip, the only way for you to reclip is to ride the hill sideways (horizontally).

Or you get out of the saddle to mash up the hill in your 30/26 gear.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
03-17-07, 11:03 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 508
Posted By Yo-

Cardiovascular stystem gets better with lower bodyfat %age?

Let's say that there are 2 identical people with the same fitness level. They both weigh 150 pounds, but 1 is at 9% bodyfat and the other is at 14% bodyfat. They are identical in every way except for...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-16-07, 07:24 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,896
Posted By Yo-

When comparing the triple to the compact, you...

When comparing the triple to the compact, you can't just compare the absolute end gears and compare. The biggest advantage the triple has over the compact is not the extra lower gear, it's the middle...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
02-18-07, 04:45 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,473
Posted By Yo-

Best way to train legs

What's the best way to train legs in the gym with weights to have it transfer over to my biking.

I'm doing squats and leg presses with 5-10 reps. What rep range would you say gives me the best...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
02-18-07, 04:43 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,038
Posted By Yo-

What do you mean by contractile? Are you saying...

What do you mean by contractile? Are you saying their strength did not decrease?
Forum: Road Cycling
02-18-07, 02:16 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 751
Posted By Yo-

Wheelset: Gipiemme T3-30S Crankset:...

Wheelset: Gipiemme T3-30S

Crankset: Truvativ Touro Triple

Front Derailur: Shimano Tiagra (triple)

Upgrades to...

Wheelset: Mavric Ksyrium Elite
Forum: Training & Nutrition
02-18-07, 01:57 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 22,908
Posted By Yo-

What is this for? If you plan on putting the...

What is this for?

If you plan on putting the weight on while you ride a bike, I would suggest spending money and doing it right. The backpack will make you more hot and sweat more.

I would buy...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-18-07, 01:49 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 751
Posted By Yo-

CAAD 5 frame worth upgrading?

I bought this bike as the entry level road bike and I want to upgrade the wheels and drivetrain.

Is it worth it?

As of now, what new technology is out there?
Forum: Road Cycling
02-17-07, 05:03 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 7,527
Posted By Yo-

Gipiemme T3-30S Came standard on my '05...

Gipiemme T3-30S

Came standard on my '05 Cdale r500.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-16-07, 08:03 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 7,527
Posted By Yo-

I weight 160, but hoping to get to 170 of pure...

I weight 160, but hoping to get to 170 of pure muscle. My rides last for about 80 minutes for ~20 miles.

My budget would be nothing over ~600. But generally I'm just looking for and seeing what's...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-15-07, 11:15 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 7,527
Posted By Yo-

Durable enough for everyday riding. Light and...

Durable enough for everyday riding. Light and fast enough for racing.

Mainly to get fit.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-15-07, 11:02 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 7,527
Posted By Yo-

I've seen the Mavic Ksyrium Elite wheels on some...

I've seen the Mavic Ksyrium Elite wheels on some high-end bikes. Is 300 for a new set? Where can I get them?
Forum: Road Cycling
02-15-07, 10:58 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 19,162
Posted By Yo-

Differneces in CAAD frames?

I have a Cannondale with a CAAD5 frame and I'm thinking of upgrading some goodies.

What are the differences between the CAAD 5, 6, 7, 8, and 9 frames?

How much of a weight differnece is there...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-15-07, 09:37 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 7,527
Posted By Yo-

Best bang for buck wheels?

In your opinion, what wheels will give me the best bang for my money?
Forum: Training & Nutrition
02-15-07, 10:18 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 4,170
Posted By Yo-

It helps me take a dump in the morning.

It helps me take a dump in the morning.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-13-07, 10:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 753
Posted By Yo-

It's you! I used your gear calculator to come up...

It's you! I used your gear calculator to come up with the gear ratios.

The below bolded gears are gears I'm able to use without any bad cross-chaining.


52-42-30

12-26

8.7 7.1 5
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-13-07, 10:14 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 753
Posted By Yo-

How much of the cassette can you use on the double?

On a compact double (50-34), how many of the cogs on the cassette can you use on a 9 speed when the chain is on the big ring? Small ring?

That is, how many cogs can you use without ruining the...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-13-07, 12:37 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,442
Posted By Yo-

I'm just weighing my options (including buying a...

I'm just weighing my options (including buying a new bike). I figure a new drivetrain will feel like a new bike.

I have a crappy Truvativ crankset that has rust stains on the chainrings. I was...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-13-07, 12:34 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,442
Posted By Yo-

How much can you cross-chain on a compact double?...

How much can you cross-chain on a compact double?

When you are on the biggest chainring, how many of the 9 cogs on the cassette can you use without cross-chaining?

On the small chainring, how...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-13-07, 12:00 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,442
Posted By Yo-

Triple to a compact double?

I currently have a triple (52-42-30) and a 9 speed cassette (12-25)

Because of some rusting on my chainrings, I've decided to replace my crankset and chainrings.

I was thinking of getting a...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-12-07, 11:38 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 376
Posted By Yo-

Rust on my chainrings

I've got a Truvativ crankset on my 2005 Cannondale R500.

There appears to be rust on the chainrings. Is this common?

I was thinking of replacing it with a Shimano 105 crankset. How well does...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-12-07, 09:22 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 675
Posted By Yo-

It's a Cannondale. The front derailleur is a...

It's a Cannondale.

The front derailleur is a Shimano Tiagra and the shifter is also a Shimano Tiagra.

I know I'm turning the knob correctly because the rear derailleur moves when I turn the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-12-07, 08:31 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 675
Posted By Yo-

How do I fix my barrel adjusters for the front derailleur?

So I have a triple road bike and I know there are 2 positions for the front derailleur for the middle chainring (to compensate for cross chaining). I have the 2 limit screws properly set, but I can't...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-10-07, 02:10 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 966
Posted By Yo-

So what would you have done? Just curious.

So what would you have done? Just curious.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-09-07, 11:52 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,324
Posted By Yo-

Now that I come to think if it. I was going to...

Now that I come to think if it. I was going to ask another follow-up question on another thread.

I cleaned and relubed my chain about 50 miles back. Per the advice I read on here, I got a towel...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-08-07, 11:49 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,324
Posted By Yo-

What kind of lube do you use and what's the best?

I'm using Pedro's Ice Wax chain lube. It looks like a really thick gooey substance. Is this any good?

When I hear you guy's talk about chain lube it sounds like the lube you guys use is not thick...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-07-07, 11:31 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 542
Posted By Yo-

How do you take off the rear cassette?

How would you do this with the minimum amount of tools?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-06-07, 01:01 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 681
Posted By Yo-

I don't get chainrub when I'm on the middle...

I don't get chainrub when I'm on the middle chainring and the chain is on any of the rear cogs.

I was going to adjust my front derailur so that when the chain is on the middle chainring and the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-06-07, 12:42 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 681
Posted By Yo-

It happens when I pedal forward. BTW, are...

It happens when I pedal forward.

BTW, are you the Sheldon Brown that made the website?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-06-07, 12:32 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 681
Posted By Yo-

Cross chaining on a triple

I have a triple road bike ('05 Cannondale R500). I haven't ridden the bike for about 1 year now.

When the bike was new, I was able to use the middle front crankset with any rear cog.

Now when I...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-19-07, 03:14 PM
Replies: 155
Views: 11,497
Posted By Yo-

Where are the pics?

Where are the pics?
Forum: Road Cycling
01-18-07, 07:01 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 551
Posted By Yo-

By the way, it's an '05 Cannondale R500. Aluminum...

By the way, it's an '05 Cannondale R500. Aluminum frame.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-18-07, 06:54 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 551
Posted By Yo-

Will my bike have problems after 1 year?

I'm back after 1 year!!!

Unfortunately my back has not seen any action for ~13 months. It's been kept indoors next to an open window. I gave it a wipe down and noticed some rust on the screws by...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-25-06, 12:17 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 1,990
Posted By Yo-

Exactly. I thought most riders knew this.

Exactly. I thought most riders knew this.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-25-06, 12:14 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 1,990
Posted By Yo-

In hard emergency breaking where you need to stop...

In hard emergency breaking where you need to stop as fast as possible, the rear brake is useless (If you know what you're doing. If you don't know the necessary force that will flip you or if you're...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
07-24-06, 10:19 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 11,076
Posted By Yo-

First off I'm sad to see anybody injured. It sets...

First off I'm sad to see anybody injured. It sets us back big time. I hope you heal fast.

But I had to chuckle. You injured yourself while flexing and admiring your muscles in the mirror. :D
...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
07-24-06, 10:11 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,747
Posted By Yo-

Yeah it sucks. They've been doing this trick for...

Yeah it sucks. They've been doing this trick for years. Back during the fat craze, packages read, "0 grams fat " per serving.

It's amazing how at your regular supermarket, you can't find cookies...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-24-06, 09:37 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 1,990
Posted By Yo-

That's where I was going with this. The most...

That's where I was going with this. The most efficeint way of stopping is to only use your front brake keeping your body back and pushing forward on the bars while your rear tire almost has no...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-24-06, 12:57 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 1,990
Posted By Yo-

I would think ABS would be an advantage in car...

I would think ABS would be an advantage in car racing. You would be able to brake at the very last second before a turn and not skid your tires (the ABS can pump the brakes faster than any human can).
Forum: Road Cycling
07-24-06, 12:54 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,569
Posted By Yo-

That flipped stem looked cool. If you were...

That flipped stem looked cool. If you were comfortable, you should've kept it. The first picture reminds me of somebody wearing pants that are flooded. (in case you don't know what flooded is: pants...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-24-06, 12:40 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 1,990
Posted By Yo-

Good find. That's better than "... um ... you're...

Good find. That's better than "... um ... you're wrong."


But I still think the fastest way to stop on a road bike from 30 mph is to apply the front brake with so much force and control that the...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-24-06, 12:33 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,561
Posted By Yo-

The trick is to keep pedaling. Most people...

The trick is to keep pedaling. Most people practice by stopping their pedaling and coasting. This is the worse way to do because it forces you to use your body lean to make adjustments.

When you...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-24-06, 12:22 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 1,990
Posted By Yo-

That's cool. But that guy was going 10 mph. I'm...

That's cool. But that guy was going 10 mph. I'm talking about 30nph. At 10 mph applying both brakes will be sufficient to stop as fast as possible, but at 30mph your rear brake is pretty much out of...
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