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Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-06-24, 03:35 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,331
Posted By black_box

I mostly ride road, but have been using my 29er...

I mostly ride road, but have been using my 29er hardtail for road/gravel rides in the fall/winter (and also pulling a trailer sometimes in the summer). If it's messy outside, I often ride the same...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-12-23, 01:45 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 646
Posted By black_box

The 38/10 combination would have you pedaling at...

The 38/10 combination would have you pedaling at 90rpm at only 28mph or so. Maybe that's fine for your area if you're not going down hills, especially if you have another road bike, but it sounds...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-08-23, 12:16 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,686
Posted By black_box

It sounds like you're set, but for future...

It sounds like you're set, but for future reference, the FSA gossamer probably used the FSA mega-exo bottom bracket. I had a similar setup on my 2007 Fuji Cross bike. I replaced the crank and bottom...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-13-22, 01:57 PM
Replies: 166
Views: 28,939
Posted By black_box

I've been checking Cannondale's website for the...

I've been checking Cannondale's website for the topstone, are these sold out already until spring? Or is it too soon?
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-04-22, 09:01 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 651
Posted By black_box

Here's a description, looks like SAVE can mean...

Here's a description, looks like SAVE can mean lots of things in different contexts. SAVE is listed in the description on the frame itself for the Quick (in the specification section), so perhaps...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-05-22, 03:08 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,762
Posted By black_box

I have the road morph G (with gauge, but it's not...

I have the road morph G (with gauge, but it's not great) and have been happy with it for cross and mountain bike tubes. Effort level is a little high for road pressures.

FYI, it's probably 14...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-07-22, 11:10 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,088
Posted By black_box

It sounds like you'll be better off with drop...

It sounds like you'll be better off with drop bars and either more aggressive 1x gearing or 2x gearing. You can do fast starts/sprints on a flat bar bike (I've ridden my wife's flat bar road bike and...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-16-22, 07:32 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,204
Posted By black_box

I've been happy with my lezyne and light & motion...

I've been happy with my lezyne and light & motion lights.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-30-22, 02:37 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,537
Posted By black_box

If you're trying to get by with summer shoes,...

If you're trying to get by with summer shoes, replacing the insole with a cold weather/ foil reflective insole really helps. I also put black gaffer tape (not duct tape, it leaves residue) over the...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-21-22, 08:13 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,494
Posted By black_box

For that kind of distance on road/gravel/dirt, I...

For that kind of distance on road/gravel/dirt, I would consider a gravel bike or something with drop bars. I have a flat bar mountain bike I use on pavement or gravel and after an hour or so, my...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-03-22, 06:56 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,100
Posted By black_box

Try calling around to local eye doctors and see...

Try calling around to local eye doctors and see what they carry or can order. There are plenty of sport sunglasses that will work fine for cycling.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-24-22, 11:06 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,444
Posted By black_box

Des Plaines river trail will be great for riding....

Des Plaines river trail will be great for riding. If you're up north towards lake county I think it's generally tightly packed gravel. Cook county down south starts to get more chunky and loose....
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-23-22, 10:23 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,830
Posted By black_box

What size/model/changes? Nice!

What size/model/changes? Nice!
Forum: Road Cycling
03-18-22, 06:58 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,578
Posted By black_box

Back in the day, Voler made the Elite FS bib and...

Back in the day, Voler made the Elite FS bib and I have several still in rotation. The newer black label is more compression than I want, anyone know what model is closest to the elite FS?

I've...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-23-22, 01:44 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,178
Posted By black_box

The back wheel is leaning against the bump-out in...

The back wheel is leaning against the bump-out in the wall :)

It's true that some solutions are either expensive or... less aesthetically pleasing.

You could probably wrap a stiff handlebar...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-23-22, 11:12 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,178
Posted By black_box

Aero bar mount for GoPro style devices (including...

Aero bar mount for GoPro style devices (including some lights) and computer:
https://www.giant-bicycles.com/us/ridesync-garmin---gopro-mount-for-contact-slr-aero-handlebars

more options for...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-21-22, 08:57 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 5,723
Posted By black_box

The wheel stays still, no heavy spot. It doesn't...

The wheel stays still, no heavy spot. It doesn't hop when spun on the stand or held up. I haven't gotten the bike back up to that speed since the wobble (and it only happened once), I don't have...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-20-22, 03:01 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 5,723
Posted By black_box

I had a wobble on a descent at around 42mph (from...

I had a wobble on a descent at around 42mph (from gps track afterwards, I wasn't looking). I was pedaling hard and went over a couple bumps which seemed to start the wobble (or just coincidence?). I...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-25-21, 08:11 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,479
Posted By black_box

I've had the Element Bolt for just over 4 years...

I've had the Element Bolt for just over 4 years now and have noticed similar differences in what is displayed on the Bolt when I finish the ride vs. what is shown when uploaded to Strava. I don't...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-25-21, 02:05 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,225
Posted By black_box

Quoting this point you mentioned... You already...

Quoting this point you mentioned... You already have a bike you're ok to ride, so I would suggest waiting for a better upgrade. Hydraulic disk brakes and better gearing would be nice. That price...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-14-21, 02:04 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,664
Posted By black_box

It looks like a mistake or bad luck would be...

It looks like a mistake or bad luck would be costly here. There's no need to set records all at once, take time to work your speed up gradually. See the different types of terrain? I would test how...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-15-21, 07:26 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,241
Posted By black_box

The spinner plus the knurled breaker and...

The spinner plus the knurled breaker and extension bars look nice.

I had a bag of L hex wrenches that came in a large Craftsman package as a gift a long time ago. Finding the right one was awful. ...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-09-21, 07:53 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,032
Posted By black_box

Sorry, I missed where you said that and the Alba...

Sorry, I missed where you said that and the Alba configuration is new to me. It does seem like it's the non-drive side crank arm based on the effect observed when adding spacers. Have you contacted...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-07-21, 07:20 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,032
Posted By black_box

Tightened down the crank, but where? There are...

Tightened down the crank, but where? There are probably two bolts on the crank arm that clamp the arm around the bottom bracket spindle. Those need to be tightened down gradually and by alternating...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-01-21, 07:11 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,022
Posted By black_box

Thank you, cobba, that's the bit I've been...

Thank you, cobba, that's the bit I've been missing. I'll grab a new 180mm adapter and see where the bolts are at with some spacers.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-01-21, 02:20 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,022
Posted By black_box

I guess it was the branding changeover I was...

I guess it was the branding changeover I was thinking of. Pics attached, spacers are just the reused conical washers from the Avids. Hopefully you can see the wear pattern on the rotors (rears have...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-01-21, 01:19 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,022
Posted By black_box

Newer Shimano disk brakes replacing older Avid brakes

I've got a 2010 Gary Fisher x-caliber (just before Trek bought them) that came with Avid Juicy 3 brakes and 185mm rotors up front, I think 160mm in the rear. I replaced the rear brake with Deore...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-19, 02:18 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,694
Posted By black_box

Check the cable/wire routing where it enters the...

Check the cable/wire routing where it enters the bike. There may be a plastic grommet that helps seal the hole in the frame from the elements. Said grommet may have been pushed/pulled into the frame....
Forum: Road Cycling
05-16-19, 09:29 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,002
Posted By black_box

A bit off-topic, but I like the fabric scoop...

A bit off-topic, but I like the fabric scoop radius, but think it would be better for me with a shorter length/nose. Any ideas?
Forum: Road Cycling
04-26-19, 05:30 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,855
Posted By black_box

Agreed on the full length zipper. There are...

Agreed on the full length zipper.

There are many different weaves of polyester. I have cheap short sleeve jerseys I bought for their decorative design that are noticeably warmer than my castelli...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-25-18, 06:50 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 10,021
Posted By black_box

For those with smaller ear canals, the blue...

For those with smaller ear canals, the blue xtreme protection plugs are more comfortable. I've used both (in an office), not sure i would want that level of reduction on the street.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-17-18, 08:18 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 8,586
Posted By black_box

I have a single 350/500 lumen light by lezyne on...

I have a single 350/500 lumen light by lezyne on the bars. 350 is ok to "be-seen" or at dusk, 500+ for darkness. I would add a helmet light (or at least some type of backup light). For trails, a...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-14-18, 02:47 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 10,071
Posted By black_box

Don't ride ahead and come back, they don't like...

Don't ride ahead and come back, they don't like that (YMMV, or i guess YWifeMV). Don't pass them on a hill, stay behind (stand and slow pedal?). Try to ride a slower bike (I'll take the 29er instead...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-23-18, 08:06 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,036
Posted By black_box

+1 on wing bars. Also consider your position and...

+1 on wing bars. Also consider your position and comfort in the drops and how often you use the drops. Moving from standard bars to short and shallow made a huge difference for me.
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
08-06-18, 07:56 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 992
Posted By black_box

I'm getting logged out after I close my browser,...

I'm getting logged out after I close my browser, even when choosing "remember me." I take it our login here is now a third party cookie? I have an exception for cookies that allows bikeforums.net,...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-06-18, 08:04 AM
Replies: 126
Views: 5,649
Posted By black_box

So, sort of like pouring salt on a wound? :)

So, sort of like pouring salt on a wound? :)
Forum: Road Cycling
08-01-18, 09:35 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,504
Posted By black_box

5'6" and 29.5" inseam. 165mm cranks have been...

5'6" and 29.5" inseam. 165mm cranks have been great.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-19-18, 10:17 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 13,449
Posted By black_box

One thing to consider there: if car or pedestrian...

One thing to consider there: if car or pedestrian or bike traffic is unpredictable when you're starting off, I think you have more maneuverability in the smaller ring.
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
05-04-18, 07:26 AM
Replies: 566
Views: 95,834
Posted By black_box

On mobile, clicking on a thread used to take me...

On mobile, clicking on a thread used to take me to the first unread post, but now it seems to go to the first page of the thread. I see there is a link on the first page to jump to the first unread...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-17-18, 11:07 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,206
Posted By black_box

This might be the way to go, thanks.

This might be the way to go, thanks.
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-17-18, 11:04 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,206
Posted By black_box

I'll have to take things apart, clean it up, and...

I'll have to take things apart, clean it up, and put the chain on to see what works. I'd rather fix this one up to be rideable than put more money into another bike right now.
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-17-18, 09:54 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,206
Posted By black_box

Sell "as is" or update and ride

My mountain bike (2010 gary fisher X-caliber) ended up being a (mostly) winter bike and various parts should likely be replaced due to salt. As it sits:

3x9 shimano crank, SRAM X9 front...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-21-17, 12:44 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 9,976
Posted By black_box

Compared to a typical MMORPG for computer nerds...

Compared to a typical MMORPG for computer nerds (e.g., World of Warcraft), Zwift is overpriced. It's less complex and has much less content, although its much lower on the economy of scale spectrum....
Forum: Road Cycling
06-01-17, 03:05 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,157
Posted By black_box

My carbon and aluminum frames do the same. I'll...

My carbon and aluminum frames do the same. I'll add that you should be sure that the clamping mechanism of the skewer is clean and not excessively worn. The skewers on my novatec hubs weren't...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-17, 09:01 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 4,463
Posted By black_box

Wind speed and direction has a huge effect on...

Wind speed and direction has a huge effect on some of the segments near me. This spring seems to be very windy, too. Perhaps you had a helping hand on that effort?
Forum: Great Lakes
03-22-17, 09:10 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,229
Posted By black_box

sporthill XC pants. They may make something...

sporthill XC pants. They may make something better now, but they are a good place to start. You might be able to find them at LL Bean or REI. Light weight, not quite a form-fitting tight, but not...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-09-17, 10:13 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,018
Posted By black_box

Play around with the stem calculator, it may not...

Play around with the stem calculator, it may not be as simple as getting a shorter stem with the same angle.
Stem Comparison Tool | yojimg.net (http://yojimg.net/bike/web_tools/stem.php)
Forum: Road Cycling
02-21-17, 08:29 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 17,504
Posted By black_box

My cross bike had road tires on it most of the...

My cross bike had road tires on it most of the time, with either 48/38 or more recently (and preferred), 46/36 (and 11/28 cassette). I just got a road bike with 52/36 (11/28) last summer and I've...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-14-17, 05:34 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,284
Posted By black_box

A wind blocking jacket that converts to a vest...

A wind blocking jacket that converts to a vest will give you many options. Also, be sure you're not reducing circulation in your feet by wearing socks that are too thick.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-25-17, 10:39 PM
Replies: 126
Views: 13,037
Posted By black_box

most of the aero-ness of the bar is in the...

most of the aero-ness of the bar is in the flattened portion of the tops. If you put your hands there frequently, aero bars don't make much sense. I think most people don't even tape that portion...
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