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Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-19-18, 08:03 PM
Replies: 5,455
Views: 3,892,100
Posted By thisisbenji

My 2014 Trek Crockett 9, repurposed as a flat bar...

My 2014 Trek Crockett 9, repurposed as a flat bar commuter and or bar hopper! I love the way this thing handles with the flat bars, but gotta watch it on the wheelies. The front end comes up so fast!...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-19-18, 09:27 AM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,409,789
Posted By thisisbenji

It's hard for me to say as I haven't had a ton of...

It's hard for me to say as I haven't had a ton of road bikes myself.

I was previously on this Motobecane Vent Noir.

https://i.imgur.com/hojedkF.jpg

Compared to that, the Emonda rides really...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-18-18, 05:48 PM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,409,789
Posted By thisisbenji

Finally got a decent photo of my Emonda. ...

Finally got a decent photo of my Emonda.

https://i.imgur.com/kKmYRmC.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
02-16-18, 04:43 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,229
Posted By thisisbenji

Yup... I bet the Allez the pros would ride still...

Yup... I bet the Allez the pros would ride still is somewhere in the $6,000 area. Wheels and frameset alone puts you well over $2,000.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-16-18, 01:57 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,229
Posted By thisisbenji

Probably saves them a tad bit of cash too? The...

Probably saves them a tad bit of cash too? The Allez Sprint is a rad bike.

Like others have said, I don't think weight is a concern, 6.8kg is really easy to hit on these modern aluminum bikes. An...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-14-18, 10:40 AM
Replies: 679
Views: 250,900
Posted By thisisbenji

I’m just running a $30 SRAM gxp, nothing special....

I’m just running a $30 SRAM gxp, nothing special. I have a SRAM Force groupset from 2011 that I’m running along with Neuvation R28SL wheels from probably around 2011 as well.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-14-18, 08:39 AM
Replies: 679
Views: 250,900
Posted By thisisbenji

The ALR 5, 6, and frameset have a full carbon...

The ALR 5, 6, and frameset have a full carbon fork that's around 340g. The ALR 4 has a aluminum steerer, no idea on weight there.

The ALR frame is claimed 1050g and this seems to be pretty...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-13-18, 04:14 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 8,033
Posted By thisisbenji

Not that I find rotors scary, but wouldn't a...

Not that I find rotors scary, but wouldn't a cover make a lot of sense to prevent any sort of claim that they're dangerous? I bet manufactures could make some pretty sweet aero carbon covers that...
Forum: Fatbikes
02-13-18, 01:06 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,513
Posted By thisisbenji

I think fat bikes really excel on trails that...

I think fat bikes really excel on trails that have either been groomed or gone over by a snowmobile. Fresh snow is tough no matter what.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-13-18, 09:12 AM
Replies: 679
Views: 250,900
Posted By thisisbenji

I recently joined the Emonda ALR club. I only...

I recently joined the Emonda ALR club. I only have about 50 miles on it so far, but I'm loving it.

https://i.imgur.com/zX8AcJM.jpg
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-28-18, 09:10 AM
Replies: 5,455
Views: 3,892,100
Posted By thisisbenji

There's just something about having proper...

There's just something about having proper brakes. :speedy:

https://i.imgur.com/FOTXjkg.jpg
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
11-29-17, 05:53 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,088
Posted By thisisbenji

Hmmm... I guess I should stick with the 52s then...

Hmmm... I guess I should stick with the 52s then as they seem to have about a 53.5 cm ett.

I initially was wanting to pick up a CAAD12, but realized that the 52cm bike has a 56cm seat tube and...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
11-29-17, 02:37 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,088
Posted By thisisbenji

Emonda ALR 5'6"

Hi all!

I'm thinking about picking up a Emonda ALR and am a bit confused on sizing. I've always went with size 52 frames, but I'm starting to think that may be a bit large.

Here's a photo of...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-23-17, 09:18 PM
Replies: 27,281
Views: 6,587,576
Posted By thisisbenji

Hmmm... the bars are definitely wonky. However,...

Hmmm... the bars are definitely wonky. However, the seat height looks okay to me. It's hard for us shorter guys to get a lot of seat post showing on bikes with horizontal top tubes. The trick is to...
Forum: Fatbikes
12-15-16, 10:57 AM
Replies: 418
Views: 157,434
Posted By thisisbenji

http://i.imgur.com/8xGgXSL.jpg Just got a...

http://i.imgur.com/8xGgXSL.jpg

Just got a new seatpost, bars, and stem. Can't wait to get out and ride, unfortunately I have to wait until the weekend.

I'm pretty stoked how my bikesdirect...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-07-16, 12:24 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,223
Posted By thisisbenji

Yup, the M520s are amazing. I have thousands of...

Yup, the M520s are amazing. I have thousands of miles on mine have never had an issue, but even if they did break replacement would be very cheap. IMO, the only reason to go for something more...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-07-16, 12:19 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,214
Posted By thisisbenji

While it's true that motorcycle tires have...

While it's true that motorcycle tires have compounds that are best suited to warm weather it really has to do with how quickly they get up to temperature. For instance, a sport-touring tire will get...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-06-16, 09:23 AM
Replies: 205
Views: 35,166
Posted By thisisbenji

You guys act like like high dollar bikes are not...

You guys act like like high dollar bikes are not high maintenance as well. I spend enough money on maintenance of my mountain and road bikes each year that I could just go ahead and buy a couple of...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-05-16, 06:54 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 10,852
Posted By thisisbenji

I think you messed that up, driving a Corvette is...

I think you messed that up, driving a Corvette is basically wearing Shaqs on a Walmart bicycle compared to driving a 911.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
12-05-16, 06:46 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 6,472
Posted By thisisbenji

I ride my motorcycle with earplugs, no different...

I ride my motorcycle with earplugs, no different than headphones. You can still have situationally awareness.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-05-16, 04:58 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,677
Posted By thisisbenji

Local bicycle shops vary in quality, just as...

Local bicycle shops vary in quality, just as local auto garages vary in quality. It's important to find one of good quality that you can trust.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-05-16, 01:06 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,027
Posted By thisisbenji

Isn't the general rule of thumb something like...

Isn't the general rule of thumb something like 30mm of spacers max underneath with a 5mm spacer always on top? None of the bicycles I've bought or had assembled at the LBS have ever came with more...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-05-16, 01:01 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 14,288
Posted By thisisbenji

Too many variables to say what type of speed I...

Too many variables to say what type of speed I could maintain. However, I tend to average 15-17 mph on Strava, however I'm almost always do interval work when I'm out solo. When I'm out with a group...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-05-16, 12:53 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,101
Posted By thisisbenji

I rode in my Levi 511 Commuter jeans on a 24 mile...

I rode in my Levi 511 Commuter jeans on a 24 mile fat bike social ride this weekend. It was about 32 degrees out and they kept me perfectly warm.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-05-16, 11:50 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 14,739
Posted By thisisbenji

I see no reason to keep my bikes in the house. I...

I see no reason to keep my bikes in the house. I keep my motorcycles and cars in the garage that are far more valuable than my bicycles, so why would I not keep them in the garage as well? ****, I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-05-16, 09:34 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,230
Posted By thisisbenji

Thanks for the tips guys. The good news is I'm...

Thanks for the tips guys. The good news is I'm not in a huge rush to sell so I can definitely be patient.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-05-16, 08:43 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,230
Posted By thisisbenji

Yeah hopefully! The bike actually has similar...

Yeah hopefully! The bike actually has similar measurements to 52cm road bike as far as reach and stack go. It just has a bit of a compact geometry hence the 48cm seat tube.

Anyone have...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-04-16, 09:31 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 8,729
Posted By thisisbenji

It depends... my local MUP trail is paved and has...

It depends... my local MUP trail is paved and has a yellow dividing line down the middle. When other users follow the line and stay on the right side it's no issue passing them. When other MUP trail...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-04-16, 09:02 PM
Replies: 205
Views: 35,166
Posted By thisisbenji

This thread reminds me a bit of the bikes my dad...

This thread reminds me a bit of the bikes my dad rides.

Looking at his Strava data he has four main department store bikes that he rides that all have 1,000 - 2,000 miles on them. He also has a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-04-16, 07:26 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,230
Posted By thisisbenji

What's my bike worth?

I apologize if this is in the wrong place.

I'm trying to get a grasp on how much I can expect to get for my bike on craigslist.

It's a 2014 Kinesis Crosslight Pro6 48cm that I built up in...
Forum: Winter Cycling
11-30-16, 07:52 PM
Replies: 1,384
Views: 526,172
Posted By thisisbenji

No snow yet, but the fact that it's dark before I...

No snow yet, but the fact that it's dark before I get home from the office has got to count for something!

https://i.imgur.com/JyZ72hf.jpg
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-30-16, 07:41 PM
Replies: 111
Views: 40,156
Posted By thisisbenji

Average hours per year might be a better metric,...

Average hours per year might be a better metric, that way mountain bikers don't get left behind and likewise trainer hours would count.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-27-16, 07:50 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 9,812
Posted By thisisbenji

Location, Location, Location, no? I run a...

Location, Location, Location, no?

I run a 1x11 setup of unknown sizes and have never wanted anymore or any less gears on my local gravel rides. At one point I had a 42/34 setup with a 11-27 ten...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-27-16, 04:57 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,821
Posted By thisisbenji

After getting the chance to compare them to the...

After getting the chance to compare them to the SRAM Force brakes I can't recommend them enough. I set mine up with Yokozuna Reaction Cables. They were probably one of the easiest to setup brakes...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-26-16, 07:20 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,821
Posted By thisisbenji

TRP HyRd vs SRAM Force Hydraulic Discs

I recently picked up a Trek Crockett with SRAM Force Hydraulic discs and was very curious to see how they work. My previous bike had the TRP HyRd "hybrid" brakes. I was expecting the SRAM brakes to...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-26-16, 07:09 PM
Replies: 5,455
Views: 3,892,100
Posted By thisisbenji

Love that color, very unique without being over...

Love that color, very unique without being over the top.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-26-16, 05:16 PM
Replies: 5,455
Views: 3,892,100
Posted By thisisbenji

Picked myself up a new gravel grinder yesterday. ...

Picked myself up a new gravel grinder yesterday.

Did a 30 mile mixed 70/30 gravel/road ride today, bike worked really well.

I think I want to look for some better tires for road riding though,...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-25-16, 04:30 PM
Replies: 5,455
Views: 3,892,100
Posted By thisisbenji

Picked up a used Crockett 7, pretty stoked. ...

Picked up a used Crockett 7, pretty stoked.

https://i.imgur.com/JlwmhFR.jpg
Forum: Mountain Biking
11-15-16, 01:13 PM
Replies: 3,233
Views: 1,583,966
Posted By thisisbenji

Yup! I believe this is a 2016 model, I...

Yup!

I believe this is a 2016 model, I really enjoyed riding it.

Only thing I missed was the remote lockout from my hard tail.
Forum: Mountain Biking
11-14-16, 07:19 PM
Replies: 3,233
Views: 1,583,966
Posted By thisisbenji

Not mine, but I spent a couple hours on this guy...

Not mine, but I spent a couple hours on this guy yesterday.

Time to start saving.

https://i.imgur.com/CCeSIoY.jpg
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
11-12-16, 06:43 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,461
Posted By thisisbenji

I think my cycling shoes ad in a bit of height,...

I think my cycling shoes ad in a bit of height, I'll have to check with those on.
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
11-12-16, 10:11 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,461
Posted By thisisbenji

That's a good point about getting my body fit...

That's a good point about getting my body fit enough for the bike.

I took just over a year off cycling and have only been back at it for about six weeks at this point. I don't recall this thing...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
11-11-16, 07:46 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,461
Posted By thisisbenji

Frame too small, Torso Angle?

Hey guys!

Lately when I've been riding my bike I've been having a bit of neck pain.

My thought is that my handlebars are too low, however, I can't get them any higher.

Here's a photo of me...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-11-14, 05:01 PM
Replies: 377
Views: 27,170
Posted By thisisbenji

SRAM 10/11 speed derailleurs are cross-compatible...

SRAM 10/11 speed derailleurs are cross-compatible as well.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-11-14, 09:19 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,019
Posted By thisisbenji

So... I suppose it's best to just keep a...

So... I suppose it's best to just keep a collection of stems in different lengths and rises and just experiment until I find something I like.



I'll have to start saving for a power meter as...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-10-14, 04:48 PM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,409,789
Posted By thisisbenji

Haha, I know right. This bike is going to be...

Haha, I know right.

This bike is going to be rode strictly in regular clothes though.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-10-14, 04:41 PM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,409,789
Posted By thisisbenji

Picked this up recently, it's not too bad for...

Picked this up recently, it's not too bad for being a cheap one.

https://ppcdn.500px.org/92308609/31260741380cf997380551da6744ca5db012b2c6/4.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
12-10-14, 09:33 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,678
Posted By thisisbenji

Because I ride XS or 50cm frames, not exactly the...

Because I ride XS or 50cm frames, not exactly the easiest to find used.

Sure if I waited six months I could find just the bike I'm looking for on the used market, but it's easier to just buy new....
Forum: Road Cycling
12-10-14, 09:19 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,019
Posted By thisisbenji

Your bike has some odd geometry. I also ride with...

Your bike has some odd geometry. I also ride with a 67cm saddle to BB height, but I have a 52 cm c-t seat tube with only a 53.5 cm effective top tube.

Btw, good insights by both of you...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-10-14, 08:40 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,678
Posted By thisisbenji

I'm talking brand new framesets. Not complete...

I'm talking brand new framesets. Not complete bikes, not used.

Nitrogen...
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