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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-28-23, 08:55 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 799
Posted By sjfoote081

Narrow-Wide still needed?

Just replaced my RD with Shimano Deore RD-5120 that has the clutch......will I still need a Narrow-Wide chainring on 1X setup?
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-04-22, 01:03 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,953
Posted By sjfoote081

Continental SPEEDRide 42 - my go to tire for...

Continental SPEEDRide 42 - my go to tire for gravel and pavement.....easy mounting on WTB i23 rims too :-)
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-15-21, 02:53 PM
Replies: 5,455
Views: 3,886,467
Posted By sjfoote081

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Topstone 1
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-12-21, 09:01 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,105
Posted By sjfoote081

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Forum: Mountain Biking
07-21-21, 03:07 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,745
Posted By sjfoote081

Your opinion...I've ridden mine for several years...

Your opinion...I've ridden mine for several years w/o issues.....can still keep up with a lot of younger riders on newer and more expensive bikes....and that's all I can ask of a $900 bike. :thumb:
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-20-21, 11:46 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,745
Posted By sjfoote081

I have the same bike with RockShox fork and shock...

I have the same bike with RockShox fork and shock and it was originally 3x10. I purchased a 30T narrow-wide chainring from OneUp (designed to work on 3X crankset) and a Sunrace 11-46 cassette. Works...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-16-20, 10:51 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,390
Posted By sjfoote081

Do bar top cyclocross brake levers compromise mechanical disc brake performance?

Never been completely happy with Spyre calipers on my Trek Crossrip. Changed to SwissStop green pads and Shimano rotors and braking is better and now wondering if the bar top cross brake levers and...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-31-20, 01:19 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,431
Posted By sjfoote081

Love it! Not sure why a decent hybrid fork would...

Love it! Not sure why a decent hybrid fork would not be a good option for gravel, as many of the gravel roads here in GA are pretty rough. If you do the conversion, keep us informed!
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-12-20, 02:15 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,431
Posted By sjfoote081

I have this EC90 seat post on both my gravel bike...

I have this EC90 seat post on both my gravel bike and mountain bike. Once you get the clamp sorted out and locked into place, they have been excellent at smoothing out the ride...oh, and I'm about...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-19-20, 10:52 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 9,091
Posted By sjfoote081

Decided to just return the cassette and stick...

Decided to just return the cassette and stick with what I know works. Thanks for all the suggestions!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-18-20, 02:57 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 9,091
Posted By sjfoote081

Yes, went thru indexing again and everything...

Yes, went thru indexing again and everything works great on the workstand - shifts like a dream until under load.


Yes, I read that section of the manual and verified that the original HG201...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-18-20, 02:50 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 9,091
Posted By sjfoote081

Yes, I have checked and verified cassette is...

Yes, I have checked and verified cassette is installed correctly and torqued to spec. There are no additional spacers that I am aware of - none came with the cassette. It is standard 9 speed shimano...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-18-20, 11:49 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 9,091
Posted By sjfoote081

Shimano HG201 to HG400 cassette upgrade - strange issue

I am riding a TREK Crossrip with Sora mid-cage RD and HG201 11-36 cassette - been riding this combo for more than 2 years. This weekend, replaced the HG201 11-36 with a new HG400 12-36 and now there...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-22-19, 07:45 PM
Replies: 1,978
Views: 434,355
Posted By sjfoote081

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Rode 27 miles from Shot Tower State Park to trail end at Pulaski...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-28-19, 06:34 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,595
Posted By sjfoote081

Tim, I really think you might enjoy the...

Tim,

I really think you might enjoy the Virginia Creeper Trail. When ridden from Abingdon to the NC state line it is a little over 34 miles with the last 17 miles or so mostly uphill. After a stop...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-25-19, 06:21 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,595
Posted By sjfoote081

More cyclocross! Hardest thing I've ever done... ...

More cyclocross! Hardest thing I've ever done...

Also want to do the complete Virginia Creeper Trail again starting in Abingdon and riding UP the mountain to WhiteTop and the North Carolina state...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-14-18, 03:10 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,145
Posted By sjfoote081

I agree. I had the LBS swap the stock 11-32 with...

I agree. I had the LBS swap the stock 11-32 with an 11-36 on my Crossrip and it works great with the SORA rear derailleur with no road link required. My bike came with FSA 32/48 crankset and the...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-11-18, 08:00 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,579
Posted By sjfoote081

Nice! We will want to see pictures and get your...

Nice! We will want to see pictures and get your thoughts after a few rides.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-24-18, 07:35 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,348
Posted By sjfoote081

Why not?

I ride a Trek Crossrip that is my everything bike. I also ride with tubes and change tires for whatever the ride calls for. I have tires for pavement , gravel and cyclocross. It only takes a few...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-17-18, 06:27 PM
Replies: 1,978
Views: 434,355
Posted By sjfoote081

Well, there were a couple of gravel sections in...

Well, there were a couple of gravel sections in Sunday's CX race at Boundry Waters :)...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-17-18, 02:44 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 9,014
Posted By sjfoote081

Gee, I rode my Specialized Hardrock 29er with...

Gee, I rode my Specialized Hardrock 29er with 17mm internal rims and 2.3 Maxxis tires at low pressure (20 - 25 psi) and found no issues at all. Put lots of singletrack miles on that bike over 5 years...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-17-18, 02:38 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 5,911
Posted By sjfoote081

I suffer from the same problems and found some...

I suffer from the same problems and found some smallish paint-ball goggles at Academy Sports. They fit okay with my helmet and head cover and with a little anti-fog spray that my wife uses on her...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-16-18, 02:53 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,743
Posted By sjfoote081

great price too

Oh yeah, and only paid $850 for it during the spring sale!
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-16-18, 02:52 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,743
Posted By sjfoote081

I really enjoy my 2018 CrossRip 1. It has worked...

I really enjoy my 2018 CrossRip 1. It has worked well as suburban street bike, rail-trail cruiser, I've completed a gravel event with it and am about to give a try at cyclocross with it. I fit 42mm...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-30-18, 02:28 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 30,976
Posted By sjfoote081

The Crossrip works well for me on gravel and...

The Crossrip works well for me on gravel and singletrack - no issues at all. Gearing seems just about perfect, ride is fine with 35mm tires at low pressure, not too heavy either. I will be doing a...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-14-18, 05:52 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 8,207
Posted By sjfoote081

I don't mind riding with a small group of...

I don't mind riding with a small group of experienced cyclists but what always gets my goat is when the ride is listed as casual 12 mph average and then some fool gets on the front and starts...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-08-18, 05:38 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 30,976
Posted By sjfoote081

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Crossrip 1
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-25-18, 06:00 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 42,511
Posted By sjfoote081

Mountain bike style flats on all my bikes. With...

Mountain bike style flats on all my bikes. With the traction pins installed, I do not have issues with slipping, even when shoes are wet. Have used several different styles of SPD pedals in the past...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-05-18, 02:18 PM
Replies: 5,455
Views: 3,886,467
Posted By sjfoote081

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Still pretty clean at this point in the event.


It was a lot...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-04-18, 06:42 PM
Replies: 5,455
Views: 3,886,467
Posted By sjfoote081

At the completion of the Red Clay Ramble in...

At the completion of the Red Clay Ramble in Georgia - my first gravel event....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-03-18, 05:55 PM
Replies: 176
Views: 31,545
Posted By sjfoote081

I am 5' 7" and currently on Trek 52cm frame...

I am 5' 7" and currently on Trek 52cm frame Crossrip 1. Always rode 54 before and had lower back pain, not so with the 52 frame.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-21-18, 02:22 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 9,020
Posted By sjfoote081

Right side always. I raced GrandPrix two-stroke...

Right side always. I raced GrandPrix two-stroke motorcycles for years and they all had to be push started - no starter buttons - and I can only do that from right side. Same with bicycles, I am...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-17-18, 09:40 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,743
Posted By sjfoote081

Running Continental SpeedRide 42's on my Trek...

Running Continental SpeedRide 42's on my Trek Crossrip with 17mm internal rims. They seem to work fine on road and gravel but just don't get to full width at the pressures I run (25 psi F and 30 psi...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-27-18, 08:04 AM
Replies: 5,455
Views: 3,886,467
Posted By sjfoote081

2018 Trek Crossrip 1 ...

2018 Trek Crossrip 1
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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-25-18, 05:53 PM
Replies: 3,578
Views: 985,899
Posted By sjfoote081

Trek Crossrip1 2018

Trek Crossrip1 2018
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-22-18, 01:22 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 6,053
Posted By sjfoote081

Not sure I look forward to it, but just resolve...

Not sure I look forward to it, but just resolve myself to keep pedaling and not to look too far ahead. Seems that if I maintain my focus on closer milestones like the next mailbox, or next tree, or...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-22-18, 02:53 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 947
Posted By sjfoote081

Thanks for the info guys. I was a little...

Thanks for the info guys. I was a little concerned about spending too much time in small ring but looks like I was worried about nothing. I never thought about approaching the question as two...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-21-18, 09:12 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 947
Posted By sjfoote081

Those with 30/46 cranks - what % of time spent in small ring?

Currently riding 28/38/48 triple and looking to purchase new adventure bike with 30/46 cranks. I spend most of my time in the 38T ring, wondering how much time is spent in the 30T ring on these...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-10-18, 05:57 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 8,548
Posted By sjfoote081

Congrats on the new bike. Those Zector bikes look...

Congrats on the new bike. Those Zector bikes look interesting - let us know how you like it. I find myself riding the MTB less and less and riding my hybrid more and more nowadays - so, I have been...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-15-18, 03:46 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,431
Posted By sjfoote081

Thanks for the replies. After further review...

Thanks for the replies.

After further review it is clear that my crankset (FC-M311) uses riveted chainrings - bummer. As previously mentioned I could switch to M361 crankset (28/38/48) and just...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-14-18, 06:25 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,431
Posted By sjfoote081

Thanks, all. I have changed the cassette from...

Thanks, all. I have changed the cassette from 11-32 to 11-34 and that has helped. There are many very hilly rides in the area where I have actually used the granny gear to get back to the car after...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-14-18, 03:18 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,431
Posted By sjfoote081

Replace 28/38/48 with 26/36/48 crankset - any issues with front derailleur?

Can I replace the 28/38/48 crankset on my Cannondale quick 4 with a 26/36/48 without re-positioning the front derailleur? Seems like it should work with no issues but wanted to check with the experts...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-19-17, 10:02 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,442
Posted By sjfoote081

Great advice. I'll just try the wheel and...

Great advice. I'll just try the wheel and cassette I already have and see how it works on the new bike. Thanks All!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-18-17, 08:01 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,442
Posted By sjfoote081

Crankset is Claris 30/39/50 and stock cassette is...

Crankset is Claris 30/39/50 and stock cassette is 11-32 for a total chain wrap of 41 links. Shimano lists max chain wrap for Claris RD at 41 links. Changing to 34 cassette would require chain wrap of...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-17-17, 02:04 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,442
Posted By sjfoote081

Will Shimano Claris medium cage RD shift 34T?

Curious if anyone has experience with Shimano Claris medium cage RD (2400-GS) and a 34 tooth cassette. The bike in question comes with 32T and I would like it much better with 34T. I have made the...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-16-17, 05:31 PM
Replies: 3,982
Views: 649,166
Posted By sjfoote081

To a Cyclocross race

Deep into the woods at a Georgia Cyclocross Series race in Conyers GA.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-03-17, 05:56 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 7,072
Posted By sjfoote081

I spent more than 20 years racing motorcycles -...

I spent more than 20 years racing motorcycles - Formula1, Superbike, 250cc GP, 100 to 1100cc Production bikes and having won 4 amateur championships and dozens of races I finally retired at age 45....
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-03-17, 01:16 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 22,445
Posted By sjfoote081

I have used the Michelin Protek Cross tire in the...

I have used the Michelin Protek Cross tire in the 35 size and it has worked well on grass and gravel as well as pavement and concrete. I typically run 35psi front and 40psi rear. As another poster...
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-24-17, 05:30 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 971
Posted By sjfoote081

MY favorite 29" tires have been WTB Bronson -...

MY favorite 29" tires have been WTB Bronson - great everywhere I've ridden in the southeast. My next favorite is the WTB TrailBoss - not quite as nice as the Bronson (does not come in 27.5 or I would...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-10-17, 07:15 AM
Replies: 3,982
Views: 649,166
Posted By sjfoote081

The bike is a 2015 Cannondale Quick 4 that I...

The bike is a 2015 Cannondale Quick 4 that I purchased from REI in July 2014. It has taken me just about anywhere I have wanted to venture :-)
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