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Forum: Road Cycling
04-11-22, 07:56 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,084
Posted By Broodax

Giant does do this, they let you search by zip...

Giant does do this, they let you search by zip code and they'll show any of the closest shops that have what you're looking for.

My problem is that I need a small frame, and that coupled with the...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-11-22, 05:06 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,084
Posted By Broodax

Thanks, both. I think you're both right, and I...

Thanks, both. I think you're both right, and I would quickly choose the cheaper, more relaxed option as my first road bike, and it's only the fact that I'd have to order it online that's making me...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-11-22, 10:25 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,084
Posted By Broodax

Defy Advanced 2 vs Contend AR 1

I think that there is actually a bike available for sale near me! Of course there are actually two, so now I need to decide, and would love to hear from anyone that's ridden either/both of these.
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-04-21, 12:42 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 695
Posted By Broodax

It's just a shrader valve. The others are likely...

It's just a shrader valve. The others are likely right, I'll have to get it under more pressure and wiggle it more forcefully. I'm certainly not going to trust it without finding the leak and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-03-21, 09:05 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 695
Posted By Broodax

What kind of flat is this?

I am a very modest bike mechanic. I can change or patch a tube, set derailleur limiters, and I think I tried to true a wheel without ruining it once.

My wife's bike had a flat after a ride this...
Forum: Recreational & Family
06-29-21, 01:36 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,256
Posted By Broodax

Let me know when you figure this out. Then we can...

Let me know when you figure this out. Then we can stark work on getting them to get off the saddle when they stop - my two both insist on stopping completely, almost falling over, then finally...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-22-21, 09:40 PM
Replies: 2,348
Views: 354,461
Posted By Broodax

Medium bike. Hot framing.

Medium bike. Hot framing.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-22-21, 09:29 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,588
Posted By Broodax

The other thing you can do is just go to your...

The other thing you can do is just go to your LBS. If mine are any indication, they'll have a line of used kids bikes outside. And the inside, Trek, Giant, and others all make kid sizes as well (not...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-19-21, 01:02 PM
Replies: 3,982
Views: 650,086
Posted By Broodax

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x901/img_20210619_104955_dd544acb11127a86892e7f5f59f3266f51c0ec88.jpg
Elm Creek Park. His bike is bigger than mine now.
Forum: Recreational & Family
06-11-21, 09:51 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,465
Posted By Broodax

Just checking back in - there was a great deal on...

Just checking back in - there was a great deal on a used Giant gravel bike at the local shop, $900 for ~4 years old with 105. He test road that, a hardtail, and a hybrid, all in his size. Turns out...
Forum: Recreational & Family
05-07-21, 07:32 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,465
Posted By Broodax

Well, found a too good to be true specialized...

Well, found a too good to be true specialized that had just been sold some other way and the CL listing wasn't taken down. Now looking at this:
...
Forum: Recreational & Family
05-03-21, 04:38 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,465
Posted By Broodax

Really helpful, all, especially taking the time...

Really helpful, all, especially taking the time to find specific listings!

I do think 23" is going to be big - they list standover height at 32.5", and even though he's got long legs, I do want...
Forum: Recreational & Family
04-25-21, 11:59 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,465
Posted By Broodax

Recommendation for growing teen?

My son is 13 and already an inch taller than me (he's 5'7"). He's been riding my bike (Hybrid) since he outgrew his 24" (I think), but it'd be great to be able to ride with him.

Of course, he's...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-09-17, 12:14 AM
Replies: 10,411
Views: 3,342,175
Posted By Broodax

Please tell me this is the most amazing thing...

Please tell me this is the most amazing thing you've ever ridden. My local shop has one in my size on closeout (2k down from 3.2k...), and I'm trying to figure out what's going on. Cannondale's site...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-01-16, 07:17 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,244
Posted By Broodax

https://www.amazon.com/Shimano-SH-RT82-Shoes-Mens/...

https://www.amazon.com/Shimano-SH-RT82-Shoes-Mens/dp/B005Z26LQA
I've got these and love them. Super stiff, but 2-bolt and you can walk in them.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-26-16, 10:42 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,001
Posted By Broodax

If you know what "upper-Z1/low-Z2" means, you're...

If you know what "upper-Z1/low-Z2" means, you're not a typical recreational rider.

This post is actually really helpful for me, by the way, because I am a typical recreational rider. Strava...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-16-16, 09:34 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,062
Posted By Broodax

For what it's worth, his came with an alloy...

For what it's worth, his came with an alloy seatpost and Tektro brakes, whereas my local shop specifies 105 brakes and a carbon seatpost. I'm not sure if Cannondale changed the specs, my shop does...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
06-08-16, 08:30 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,199
Posted By Broodax

Interesting? Knee pain

I have been getting back into shape after lazing about for the entire winter. I ride 25-40 miles per ride, around 15-16 mph on undulating MUPs and roads, on a Trek 7.3 fx (flat bar bike) with spd...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-20-16, 04:54 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 28,824
Posted By Broodax

I have been thinking about this watching the giro...

I have been thinking about this watching the giro and I think the s-works helmet one of the top teams is wearing looks good. I think it's a prevail? They are wearing the $200 version, but theres a...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-12-16, 05:44 PM
Replies: 10,411
Views: 3,342,175
Posted By Broodax

I am "shopping" for a new bike and I think I...

I am "shopping" for a new bike and I think I might be smitten with the CAAD 12.

I say "shopping" because in reality it'll probably very late this year, early next year when I actually pull the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-21-15, 02:37 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 7,213
Posted By Broodax

What's the deal with the tires on it? ...

What's the deal with the tires on it?

"700x23C/25C (Cannot Choose)"

So it might come with 23's and might come with 25's?
Forum: Road Cycling
09-14-15, 08:24 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,936
Posted By Broodax

Here's another article. The gist is that "normal"...

Here's another article. The gist is that "normal" (170) crank lengths are for people around 5'11', and everyone shorter than that has been riding on cranks that are too long. It makes sense to me -...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-08-15, 08:57 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 892
Posted By Broodax

I feel like part of the club now

I got to use my pump! I was riding my normal MUP route and stopped to help a fellow with a flat. I rode past at first, but turned back after a minute - ended up seeing probably 15 other people pass...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
08-23-15, 05:41 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,979
Posted By Broodax

Was NBC's coverage of this just horrific? First,...

Was NBC's coverage of this just horrific? First, the coverage started after the climb at the beginning of the final stage had already finished. The break had already happened, and there was 1.5 hours...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-19-15, 02:42 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,269
Posted By Broodax

You are probably used to talking about cars,...

You are probably used to talking about cars, where you have tires and rims, and those are the only two parts of importance that you ever talk about. On a bike, though, you have:

- A tire: the...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-10-15, 11:48 AM
Replies: 3,982
Views: 650,086
Posted By Broodax

Rode my Trek 7.3 FX this weekend for my longest...

Rode my Trek 7.3 FX this weekend for my longest ever bike ride. My wife and I did the entire Dakota Rail Trail (https://www.threeriversparks.org/trails/dakota-rail-trail.aspx) from Wayzata to New...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-05-15, 09:45 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 7,353
Posted By Broodax

I will try this out, assuming I can get the shoe...

I will try this out, assuming I can get the shoe clipped in without me in the shoe... my first tries to do this when I was checking things out failed (either lack of strength, fear of breaking my new...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-05-15, 09:35 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 7,353
Posted By Broodax

Very good point to check - I did clean the...

Very good point to check -

I did clean the threads and put fresh grease on, yes. I am relatively certain it's not the pedal/crank connection making the noise, as it happens based on my heel...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-05-15, 09:18 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 7,353
Posted By Broodax

First time using clipless pedals, clicking sound on one side

I just got Shimano A-520 spd pedals and Shimano RT82 touring shoes. I've never used clipless pedals before. Overall the experience was great, I was able to swap pedals, install the cleats, and I...
Forum: Introductions
08-03-15, 08:09 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 245
Posted By Broodax

Howdy from Minnesota

Hey, folks. My name's Mike. I'm a relatively new rider (for a 34 year old) that's caught the bug a little bit and am trying to figure out how to improve the engine, find more time to ride, and take...
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