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Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-03-23, 09:37 PM
Replies: 2,216
Views: 837,998
Posted By davethelefty

I have a Cannondale Topstone 6 gravel bike. The...

I have a Cannondale Topstone 6 gravel bike. The Cannondale has a longer wheelbase, but I'm not sure I could tell you how it feels different from the Canyon, from a geometry perspective. I do...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-03-23, 07:51 PM
Replies: 2,216
Views: 837,998
Posted By davethelefty

Truthfully I haven't been riding the road bike...

Truthfully I haven't been riding the road bike much, opting to ride my gravel bike on multi-surfaces. But I need to be more upright (cranky back!) and would prefer something light, thus my interest...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-03-23, 07:26 PM
Replies: 2,216
Views: 837,998
Posted By davethelefty

Interesting. Just sold my road bike (Canyon...

Interesting. Just sold my road bike (Canyon Endurace carbon) and have been looking at the FX sport 5 and the 6. I think the 5 is about 2 lb. heavier, so not sure it would make a good road bike...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-03-23, 07:16 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,325
Posted By davethelefty

This was the left pedal, so I was turning...

This was the left pedal, so I was turning clockwise to loosen. Problem was I had my left hand on the wrench, right hand on the right pedal pushing really hard, and my torso twisted while doing this....
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-31-23, 09:41 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,325
Posted By davethelefty

Injured working on a bike?

We all talk about injuries that come about from riding -- bike fit problems, overuse injuries or worst case, even accidents. But have you ever injured yourself working on a bike?


I was trying...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-02-22, 09:31 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,167
Posted By davethelefty

Update: moving the headlight and the Cateye so...

Update: moving the headlight and the Cateye so they're about 2" apart seems to have resolved the problem. I originally had the headlight so close to the Cateye that it was actually touching it --...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-02-22, 09:30 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,167
Posted By davethelefty

That is funny. When we travel we sometimes bring...

That is funny. When we travel we sometimes bring a small desktop fan for white noise. My wife once left her Fitbit on a night stand with that fan running. When she put her Fitbit on the next...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-01-22, 05:50 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,167
Posted By davethelefty

Wireless computer interference

FIle this problem under the "Who knew?" category.

As the days grow shorter I'm riding at night more and more. I have a Niterider headlight/taillight set that I'm using and it gives me good...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-29-22, 02:09 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,155
Posted By davethelefty

what I meant by direct to consumer was companies...

what I meant by direct to consumer was companies like Canyon who don't have any brick and mortar shops, Internet only.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-29-22, 08:01 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,155
Posted By davethelefty

To clarify -- the bike was purchased at "list...

To clarify -- the bike was purchased at "list price" as defined on the Cannondale website and since this particular model was not available locally I had to drive 4 hours to get it. Because this...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-28-22, 09:45 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,155
Posted By davethelefty

What you get with a new bike purchase?

Hi everyone. I wanted to solicit some feedback relative to a recent bike purchasing experience. I'm purposely NOT going to describe my experience (yet), but will ask a multiple choice question so I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-30-22, 06:43 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,875
Posted By davethelefty

Bought a Canyon Endurace, loved the bike until it...

Bought a Canyon Endurace, loved the bike until it had a cracked steerer tube after 1500 miles (well documented on this site). Canyon called it a warranty issue but took 6 months to make good on it. ...
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-19-22, 08:40 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,444
Posted By davethelefty

Alternating rides on electric and regular bikes

I am very early in my thoughts about buying an e-bike, specifically a gravel bike. I plan on keeping my non-electric Canyon road bike.

I’d like to hear from riders who ride both electric and...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-10-22, 10:28 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 6,439
Posted By davethelefty

Wow - a lot of good and useful information from...

Wow - a lot of good and useful information from everyone. Thank you!

To answer several questions posed of me, I’m a 67 yo rider who primarily does road riding. I recently bought an Apple Watch...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-09-22, 06:08 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 6,439
Posted By davethelefty

Heart Rate Zone based training

Just curious if anyone in our age group is following a training plan based on heart rate zones? I have seen some of these plans online, wanted to know what plan or guidelines you follow, and how you...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-07-22, 08:49 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 9,976
Posted By davethelefty

The new frame I have was originally built out...

The new frame I have was originally built out with Ultegra components and upgraded DT Swiss wheels. If I remember correctly, that bike sold for about $900 more than my model. When I suggested that...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-06-22, 02:37 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 9,976
Posted By davethelefty

After the 6 month ordeal of getting my cracked...

After the 6 month ordeal of getting my cracked steerer tube warranty issue resolved with Canyon, I'm happy to say I have my bike back. Canyon resolved the issue by giving me a matching frameset and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-02-22, 07:37 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 9,976
Posted By davethelefty

Pete -- did I read correctly that you have a...

Pete -- did I read correctly that you have a Canyon on order? That's exciting, what model?

I'm confident that in time Canyon is going to get its **** together. Despite all my whining I'm still a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-29-21, 08:45 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 9,976
Posted By davethelefty

It's funny what a difference just one degree of...

It's funny what a difference just one degree of separation makes. My wife has thought from the get-go that I was making Mt. Everest out of this mole hill. In retrospect I fretted about this an...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-29-21, 12:20 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 9,976
Posted By davethelefty

An update -- apparently my DM to Canyon on...

An update -- apparently my DM to Canyon on Twitter prompted someone from Canyon corporate contacting Warranty Support. I received a call this AM from a point person who is driving getting the new...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-29-21, 11:09 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 9,976
Posted By davethelefty

I like this approach! Thank you.

I like this approach! Thank you.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-29-21, 09:09 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 9,976
Posted By davethelefty

No,the frustrating thing is they have case notes...

No,the frustrating thing is they have case notes but no updates. So they can see what's going on but don't have up-to-date status (or they do, and don't want to communicate it). So each time I call...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-28-21, 09:46 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 9,976
Posted By davethelefty

Thanks for the link to the CA Dept of Consumer...

Thanks for the link to the CA Dept of Consumer Affairs -- I will reach out to them. Also a big thanks to everyone who has endorsed the credit card warranty protection process. My CC does offer that...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-28-21, 07:51 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 9,976
Posted By davethelefty

Unfortunately that's the number I'm calling. ...

Unfortunately that's the number I'm calling. Someone answers, they're friendly and sympathetic, but nothing comes from the call. I open a ticket and absolutely get nothing. I've called and asked...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-28-21, 07:45 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 9,976
Posted By davethelefty

Thanks for the wise council. Turns out this was...

Thanks for the wise council. Turns out this was at the start of the pandemic and NONE of the LBSs had road bikes in the price range I was targeting. Not Trek, not Specialized, not Giant. So it was...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-28-21, 05:17 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 9,976
Posted By davethelefty

This was my first attempt at any shaming. Being...

This was my first attempt at any shaming. Being an old guy I don't automatically default to FB, IG, or Twitter. But that's a very good idea that I'm happy to move forward with. Thanks for a great...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-28-21, 02:08 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 9,976
Posted By davethelefty

There used to be an active us@canyon.com email...

There used to be an active us@canyon.com email address but that’s been shut down. I had a rep send me an email from that address that I couldn’t reply to. Yet another way Canyon has screwed their...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-28-21, 12:39 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 9,976
Posted By davethelefty

Problems with Canyon (the company) and their customer service?

Hi everyone, and Happy Holidays. Months ago my Canyon Endurace developed a noise that was eventually traced to a cracked steerer tube. The bike was under warranty and after I sent pictures to Canyon,...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-18-21, 01:32 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,178
Posted By davethelefty

Gravel bike as all-around bike?

I have a Canyon Endurace road bike that has quite a back story attached to it. Long story short I’m debating selling the Canyon at some point and buying another bike. I’m leaning toward a nice...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-28-21, 09:31 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 739
Posted By davethelefty

Good luck on your search for the replacement...

Good luck on your search for the replacement fork.

I'm in the middle of a warranty fork replacement with Canyon and I'm one month in with an estimated wait of 2-3 more months!! :(
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-27-21, 02:06 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,170
Posted By davethelefty

Update on the fork replacement -- I got a $0...

Update on the fork replacement -- I got a $0 invoice and preliminary shipping info from Canyon, was excited to see my replacement fork on the way. But 2 days later when I went to track the order it...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-22-21, 08:12 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,170
Posted By davethelefty

So, I'm getting a black fork from Canyon to...

So, I'm getting a black fork from Canyon to resolve my cracked steerer tube issue. Not sure what's going on with Canyon -- I think it's as simple as them just not having enough spare parts. My...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-16-21, 04:41 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,170
Posted By davethelefty

fortunately I’m in an n+1 situation but I’d much...

fortunately I’m in an n+1 situation but I’d much rather ride the Canyon over the clunky hybrid.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-16-21, 12:23 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,170
Posted By davethelefty

Bike repair on hold due to parts unavailability?

Hi everyone. I'd previously posted here about a cracked steerer tube on my Canyon Endurace. Folks on this forum thought the problem could be as varied as over-torquing the stem, to no expander...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-27-21, 08:43 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,222
Posted By davethelefty

An update tonight -- Canyon is going to replace...

An update tonight -- Canyon is going to replace my fork, as they see "no external forces or incorrect assembly that could have caused this" steerer tube crack. That's the good news. Now the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-21-21, 06:36 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,222
Posted By davethelefty

Still waiting…

Two weeks ago I submitted a claim on the cracked steerer tube. So far no word from Canyon. I called and they said they’re swamped.

i guess the new normal in the era of COVID is don’t be in a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-10-21, 04:07 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,222
Posted By davethelefty

Thank you for that info!!! I'm hoping Canyon...

Thank you for that info!!! I'm hoping Canyon sees that as a delamination issue also.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-10-21, 01:13 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,222
Posted By davethelefty

All work was done by a mobile bike shop/mechanic...

All work was done by a mobile bike shop/mechanic that Canyon recommends for assembly. This is my first carbon bike so the plan was to have the mechanic do the initial setup, then over time I would...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-09-21, 06:48 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,222
Posted By davethelefty

Yes there was an expander plug, which makes me...

Yes there was an expander plug, which makes me wonder how over-torquing the stem would have cracked the tube…
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-09-21, 04:16 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,222
Posted By davethelefty

As configured/shipped by Canyon, the spacers...

As configured/shipped by Canyon, the spacers total 4cm of height from headset to stem.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-09-21, 11:54 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,222
Posted By davethelefty

For those who asked, this is a 2019 Canyon...

For those who asked, this is a 2019 Canyon Endurace CF SL 7.0 Disc.

Here are several photos showing the crack. Waiting for Canyon's response. Their website states that the 6-year limited...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-08-21, 07:44 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,222
Posted By davethelefty

Cracked steerer tube?

I have a Canyon Endurace carbon bike that recently started making clicking noises. I was able to eliminate drive train and seat post/saddle as a source. The noise was coming from the front of the...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-28-21, 08:12 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,429
Posted By davethelefty

Riding with the Youngsters

A good friend of mine passed away last year and I've become a friend and somewhat of a father figure to his mid-twenties son.

In the past 6 months the son has become absolutely obsessed with...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-08-20, 10:11 PM
Replies: 27,125
Views: 3,118,902
Posted By davethelefty

Just a 17 mile ride today, but under unusual...

Just a 17 mile ride today, but under unusual circumstances. As my ride wrapped up, my area went under a tropical storm watch. On my ride I had 20+ mph crosswinds with gusts to 30 mph. My route is a...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-15-20, 01:39 PM
Replies: 158
Views: 15,337
Posted By davethelefty

I too am struggling with the heat and humidity on...

I too am struggling with the heat and humidity on my rides. Not a morning person, hard to get riding before about 9:00. Today I rode 15 miles at a 16 mph pace, hydrated with water (probably not...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-28-20, 02:55 PM
Replies: 211
Views: 42,828
Posted By davethelefty

I'm 66 -- this is my new ride. I've made some...

I'm 66 -- this is my new ride. I've made some slight mods (different saddle and fitting adjustments) since this was taken and have about 500 miles on it now.
...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-04-20, 07:34 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,729
Posted By davethelefty

Hey, that's good news. I know you'll love the...

Hey, that's good news. I know you'll love the bike, and that blue color is just spectacular. The newer Endurace 7.0's have DTSwiss wheels. I bought last year's model with Mavic wheels, so your...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-03-20, 12:58 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,729
Posted By davethelefty

ShaunB -- I'm just under 5'11", so probably only...

ShaunB -- I'm just under 5'11", so probably only about 1.5 cm taller than you, and my inseam is about 1.5 cm less than yours. The medium size fits me perfectly.

At your size/height I think the...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-26-20, 11:41 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,729
Posted By davethelefty

I read/heard at some point that if you were...

I read/heard at some point that if you were returning a bike to Canyon that shipping was free. But I've not seen anything specific since then. What was odd was Canyon's statement that shipping was...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-21-20, 07:25 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,729
Posted By davethelefty

Funny you should say that -- the Trek Domane was...

Funny you should say that -- the Trek Domane was going to be my last bike, assuming that next would be something motorized I could putter around on at the old folk's home!!!

I was looking at the...
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