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Forum: Road Cycling
03-24-10, 09:53 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,349
Posted By pcastlouis

Thanks for the reply, but I really wanted to be...

Thanks for the reply, but I really wanted to be sure. I have bought from them many times, but I imagine returning an item might be a bit of a pain.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-24-10, 07:58 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,349
Posted By pcastlouis

When ordering from PBK, does the charger come...

When ordering from PBK, does the charger come with a plug that is compatible with US outlets?
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
05-03-09, 08:04 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,406
Posted By pcastlouis

I recently replaced the freehub (or tried to). I...

I recently replaced the freehub (or tried to). I thought I had a good system for remembering the order, but it was waaay past the time I am usually awake. In short, it did not go very well. Does...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-15-06, 06:51 PM
Replies: 111
Views: 7,901
Posted By pcastlouis

The last time I went to a Wal-Mart was at night...

The last time I went to a Wal-Mart was at night to buy a tube. All the bike stores in the area were closed and I needed a spare for the next day. After almost getting run over in the parking lot,...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-13-06, 04:02 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 971
Posted By pcastlouis

I came close to buying a little over one month...

I came close to buying a little over one month ago. I decided to wait a little while, but I am still set on a C50. You might want to search for a thread I started about the C50. Many people...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-07-06, 12:53 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 654
Posted By pcastlouis

I had the same sort of dilemma, but I was also...

I had the same sort of dilemma, but I was also undecided with the Campy Eurus wheels. I went ahead and chose the Carbones. The shop actually talked me out of buying a pair of Zipps (more expensive)...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-06-06, 12:17 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,210
Posted By pcastlouis

I only have problems with Conti's the first time...

I only have problems with Conti's the first time they are put on a rim. After they are stretched a little, they seem easy to get on/off the rim. I use the Attack/Force combo and it took an entire...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-01-06, 11:46 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,295
Posted By pcastlouis

I tried some of that stuff on my feet last year...

I tried some of that stuff on my feet last year and it turned into a disaster.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-01-06, 07:11 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,295
Posted By pcastlouis

I feel it is the same thing as being a male with...

I feel it is the same thing as being a male with shaved legs. If you have to ask, you just don't know. If you don't know, then I don't care. A majority of bikers have these tan lines. It is just...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-31-06, 07:11 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 972
Posted By pcastlouis

I have actually been pondering over the same...

I have actually been pondering over the same thing as the OP. I currently run Shimano, but I would like to switch to Campy in the future. I need an extra set of wheels immediately for racing. Is...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-30-06, 07:46 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 523
Posted By pcastlouis

The geese where I live always hiss at me. It...

The geese where I live always hiss at me. It sounds like some kind of "war cry". Whenever I hear it, I just ride away as fast as possible.

However, congratulations. Riding a century is...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
05-19-06, 05:20 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 389
Posted By pcastlouis

I heard there were some problems with the scoring...

I heard there were some problems with the scoring in the race. For instance, Velonews reported a break (I guess they got some bad info) that included a rider that happened to be mowing his lawn in...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
05-04-06, 09:43 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 8,052
Posted By pcastlouis

Can we make some kind of "adjustment" to the...

Can we make some kind of "adjustment" to the challenge to include hours on the trainer? I ride as much as I can in the day, but sometimes it is just not possible, and riding at night around here is...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-04-06, 09:40 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,027
Posted By pcastlouis

I've been going to this high school for seven and...

I've been going to this high school for seven and a half years. I'm no dummy.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-28-06, 11:36 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,204
Posted By pcastlouis

I have caught myself almost saying "On your left"...

I have caught myself almost saying "On your left" to people that are moving too slow in the hallways of my building. Once I realize what I have almost done, I wonder if I have a problem or not.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-28-06, 11:31 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 8,125
Posted By pcastlouis

I lost the good deal that was offered to me, so I...

I lost the good deal that was offered to me, so I am doing a lot of reconsidering. I don't think I want to pay the full price for one (actually, I won't at all). I can get a good frame and wheels...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-27-06, 07:20 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,713
Posted By pcastlouis

There was a guy in my cat5 race a couple of...

There was a guy in my cat5 race a couple of months ago doing it (or trying to, at least). I don't know why though. We weren't going down a large descent and the whole group was together. I didn't...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-25-06, 08:23 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 579
Posted By pcastlouis

I have been reading the cycling murder mysteries...

I have been reading the cycling murder mysteries written by Greg Moody to escape from my Anatomy readings. There are five books in the series (published by VeloPress) and be quite humorous, as well...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
04-25-06, 06:21 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,166
Posted By pcastlouis

That hairball primavera will not stand a chance...

That hairball primavera will not stand a chance against Jan's twin colossi of pain.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-17-06, 10:13 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 8,125
Posted By pcastlouis

Thanks for the all the advice. Many shops in the...

Thanks for the all the advice. Many shops in the area seem to be catering more to the triathlete. I have no problem with that, but the focus is being taken away from a lot of us who only race bikes...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-17-06, 01:24 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 8,125
Posted By pcastlouis

I'll have to check again at Ghisallo. I know...

I'll have to check again at Ghisallo. I know plenty of their riders have Colnago's. One of the owners (I think he is an owner) has the Extreme-C, which is incredibly nice. Did Maplewood really...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-17-06, 06:07 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 8,125
Posted By pcastlouis

That's the problem...I think I already know that,...

That's the problem...I think I already know that, I just need to be convinced that the R3 is probably a better choice for road racing and crits. It is just so friggin gorgeous that I keep becoming...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-16-06, 10:39 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 8,125
Posted By pcastlouis

Colnago C50-Opinions?

Does anyone know if these bikes are worth the price or are they just overhyped? I may be in a position to get a good deal on one, but I don't know if I would be better off getting an R3. Colnago is...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-16-06, 02:45 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 944
Posted By pcastlouis

Thanks Rad.

Thanks Rad.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-15-06, 10:16 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 944
Posted By pcastlouis

From his anti-smoking commercial: "I'm Yul...

From his anti-smoking commercial:

"I'm Yul Brynner, and I'm dead now..."

Bill Hicks used to use that line in his stand-up shows. I wasn't old enough to see any of the anti-smoking...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-15-06, 09:31 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 625
Posted By pcastlouis

I am kind of in the same boat as NFields. The...

I am kind of in the same boat as NFields. The Roubaix was my first road bike, so I really have really nothing to compare it to. I have started racing recently, and I am now looking for something...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-14-06, 05:22 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,119
Posted By pcastlouis

I did 100 miles on mine yesterday, with no...

I did 100 miles on mine yesterday, with no problems at all. Prior to the Toupe I had an Avatar on the Roubaix. The first couple of rides felt sort of odd , but after the period of initiation, it...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-11-06, 08:26 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 736
Posted By pcastlouis

Cool. I will be doing the crits in the tour. Do...

Cool. I will be doing the crits in the tour. Do you live in St. Louis?
Forum: Road Cycling
04-09-06, 10:19 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,278
Posted By pcastlouis

The white Colnago C50 is also very nice.

The white Colnago C50 is also very nice.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-29-06, 06:48 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 3,444
Posted By pcastlouis

Does anyone know where Catlike helmets can be...

Does anyone know where Catlike helmets can be ordered online? I know they can't be purchased in the US, and there are usually only one or two on ebay at any given time. I really want to give their...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-27-06, 04:45 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,213
Posted By pcastlouis

I wish I could do that, but I have a compulsion...

I wish I could do that, but I have a compulsion to collect and save magazines.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-20-06, 07:58 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 809
Posted By pcastlouis

After an encounter with a nasty crosswind during...

After an encounter with a nasty crosswind during a 45 mph descent last week, I was kind of wondering the same thing. The Roubaix was flexing like crazy and I was sure I was going to get bucked. I...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-16-06, 09:56 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,990
Posted By pcastlouis

Did she say who is her favorite for the tour this...

Did she say who is her favorite for the tour this year? Is it the Jan?
Forum: Road Cycling
03-14-06, 05:14 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,749
Posted By pcastlouis

Tell that to the Jan.

Tell that to the Jan.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-11-06, 02:30 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,271
Posted By pcastlouis

I ordered those earlier in the week and got them...

I ordered those earlier in the week and got them in the mail yesterday. That really is a great deal if you don't care what is printed on them (which I don't). One of the pairs has anarchy symbols...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-10-06, 08:10 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,179
Posted By pcastlouis

I did. All I got were some socks!

I did. All I got were some socks!
Forum: Road Cycling
03-09-06, 10:40 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,179
Posted By pcastlouis

I really hope I get mine tomorrow. I would love...

I really hope I get mine tomorrow. I would love to have them for the weekend. Merlin, when did you order yours?
Forum: Road Cycling
03-07-06, 09:10 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,040
Posted By pcastlouis

I have the 725, and I love all the nerdy...

I have the 725, and I love all the nerdy capabilities of it. However, I have been thinking about buying a Powertap because I want to know my power while training. The Polar power option does not...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-06-06, 10:49 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,179
Posted By pcastlouis

I did. That is why they got my business.

I did. That is why they got my business.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-06-06, 09:24 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,179
Posted By pcastlouis

Assos shorts...

Assos shorts (http://cgi.ebay.com/ASSOS-T-FI-13-S2-Bib-Short-Black-Medium_W0QQitemZ7223046093QQcategoryZ22687QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem)
Forum: Road Cycling
03-06-06, 07:54 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,179
Posted By pcastlouis

I hope it goes well for you, I ordered two pairs...

I hope it goes well for you, I ordered two pairs from him on Friday...in one of the emails I noticed something about a Florida address, but ebay has him listed as being from the UK but registered in...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-05-06, 04:08 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,747
Posted By pcastlouis

I have spent the past 15 minutes trying to find...

I have spent the past 15 minutes trying to find what channel number OLN is (haven't watched it since TDF), only to google it and realize Dish Network pulled it in October...how else will I be able to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-03-06, 11:11 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,287
Posted By pcastlouis

Thanks for all the replies. I will try some of...

Thanks for all the replies. I will try some of the advice out tomorrow.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-03-06, 08:13 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,287
Posted By pcastlouis

I think that the Zinn book had me going in the...

I think that the Zinn book had me going in the wrong direction. After I cool down some more, I will try again.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-03-06, 06:54 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,287
Posted By pcastlouis

Rear Derailleur trouble- I hate myself

For some reason I thought I would set out today to adjust my rear derailleur because I didn't think everything sounded too great. I thought because I had Zinn's book I would be in good shape, but...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-28-06, 11:24 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,014
Posted By pcastlouis

What if Ditka is riding the bike?

What if Ditka is riding the bike?
Forum: Road Cycling
01-16-06, 09:37 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 556
Posted By pcastlouis

I have always wondered about the quantity of...

I have always wondered about the quantity of drink bottles.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-12-06, 08:49 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 3,390
Posted By pcastlouis

Has anyone else been looking at the amount of...

Has anyone else been looking at the amount of crap he has bought off ebay? Like this (how appropriate of him):



http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=1469&item=5618521135
Forum: Road Cycling
12-29-05, 09:47 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,473
Posted By pcastlouis

I am 25 years old and have a Roubaix Pro. I am...

I am 25 years old and have a Roubaix Pro. I am not a friggin old fart. Even though I have not ridden many road bikes designed for racing, I still consider this a pretty fast bike. The geometry is...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-29-05, 07:54 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,598
Posted By pcastlouis

I would never put anyone down for exercising (I...

I would never put anyone down for exercising (I think it is great what he is doing), but why doesn't he ever ride a bike outside?
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