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12-07-22, 08:43 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 10,453
Posted By kuroba

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Canyon Grizl AL 6 in XXXS for this 5' tall minion. Wheels set up tubeless.
11-10-22, 02:10 PM
Replies: 1,969
Views: 428,793
Posted By kuroba

First proper gravel ride on my Canyon Grizl 6. ...

First proper gravel ride on my Canyon Grizl 6.
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10-11-22, 09:27 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,027
Posted By kuroba

I recently sent a frame set to a local guy that...

I recently sent a frame set to a local guy that paints bikes as a side-gig, paid $120 (+ paints which I had to source) for a 2 color fade on a steel frame, including sand blasting. He took about 3...
06-21-22, 08:55 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 3,632
Posted By kuroba

Some people have already mentioned the Sony...

Some people have already mentioned the Sony RX100, I have an older model from this series and I really like it. I got it because I wanted a P&S with RAW format and it has not disappoint. I still have...
06-14-22, 03:19 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 842
Posted By kuroba

I've been running 44/28 for a few years, so it is...

I've been running 44/28 for a few years, so it is possible (paired with an 11-36 cassette though). It's my old triple crankset that I converted to 2x with a shim to replace the smallest chainring. I...
06-01-22, 01:54 PM
Replies: 204
Views: 7,882
Posted By kuroba

I for one welcome the -new to me- trend of...

I for one welcome the -new to me- trend of colored shorts/bibs. Besides the classic navy variation I've seen maroon, grey, green, purple, etc. I have a pair of teal bib shorts on the way that I look...
12-03-21, 09:17 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,628
Posted By kuroba

I had that same old light. Sadly mine died during...

I had that same old light. Sadly mine died during the pandemic (I wasn't riding for a few months and when I tried to get it running again, it just wouldn't turn on at all) so I upgraded before I had...
12-03-21, 06:05 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,926
Posted By kuroba

Happened in my town too! Crazy how these LBS love...

Happened in my town too! Crazy how these LBS love to get in the way of speeding cars
...
11-24-21, 01:12 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,042
Posted By kuroba

+1 to the Specialized Power Mimic. I had the...

+1 to the Specialized Power Mimic. I had the original Power and it was really good already, but the Mimic is perfect for me.
11-11-21, 07:43 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 10,621
Posted By kuroba

Lately I've been toying with the idea of going...

Lately I've been toying with the idea of going car-free and changing my car for a cargo e-bike. This one from Riese & Mueller has me drooling. It's costs more than my current car.
...
09-15-21, 09:09 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 3,783
Posted By kuroba

I have an update too! I ended up not being able...

I have an update too! I ended up not being able to buy the Canon G9X I mentioned earlier and finally found a used Sony RX100. Not the newest, flashiest camera, but it was the right price for me and...
06-17-21, 01:51 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 3,783
Posted By kuroba

I have been thinking about gettin a secondary...

I have been thinking about gettin a secondary camera, this thread gave me the push to go for it and I settled on Canon G9X Mark II. I wanted RAW format liked how portable it looks (compared to my...
06-03-21, 03:26 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,659
Posted By kuroba

Yes! June 3rd is now the 'official' World Bicycle...

Yes! June 3rd is now the 'official' World Bicycle Day named by the UN. I still prefer the unofficial April 19th because of the backstory lol. In my country several cities will hold critical mass type...
06-03-21, 01:57 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 16,361
Posted By kuroba

I was keeping an eye on the site because I had...

I was keeping an eye on the site because I had asked about a restock, but either I missed the one in May or my size (42cms) wasn't restocked then :(
06-02-21, 03:37 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,200
Posted By kuroba

I haven't been into bikes too long, only since...

I haven't been into bikes too long, only since 2015. When I got my first gravel bike (2016) I was determined to get 700c, highly not recommended due to my size (5' tall). Now, I've turned the...
06-02-21, 03:29 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 867
Posted By kuroba

While most of my rides are solo or with my SO I...

While most of my rides are solo or with my SO I always ride gravel on groups. My SO is not a fan of unpaved cycling and I'm too much of a chicken to go gravel grinding solo. I haven't been on a group...
06-02-21, 01:53 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 16,361
Posted By kuroba

My dreams are pretty modest too, I'd be happy...

My dreams are pretty modest too, I'd be happy with a Soma Double Cross with carbon fork (with rack mounts), Shimano GRX 10-speed drivetrain and 650b wheels. But the Soma has been forever out of...
03-16-21, 12:21 PM
Replies: 166
Views: 28,789
Posted By kuroba

I definitely chose the wrong year to leave the...

I definitely chose the wrong year to leave the n=1 life, sigh.
02-20-20, 08:44 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,317
Posted By kuroba

I only started cycling in 2015, so my first...

I only started cycling in 2015, so my first gravel adventures were on the hardtail MTB I had at the time.
Replies: 22
Views: 5,059
Posted By kuroba

My first event with a randonneur club was a...

My first event with a randonneur club was a 'non-official' 100km ride, we got laser-engraved wood medals :) It's not that expensive to have made and it's a cool memento.
12-10-19, 09:56 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,205
Posted By kuroba

I'm 5' with 730mm inseam. I currently ride a 42cm...

I'm 5' with 730mm inseam. I currently ride a 42cm x 50cm custom steel gravel bike but I've been looking at getting a 'better' bike and I'm considering these in my size:

- Niner RLT 47cms
- Salsa...
Forum: Commuting
09-25-19, 02:42 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,571
Posted By kuroba

Awesome! For a few years I was on a different job...

Awesome! For a few years I was on a different job and my SO was mostly unemployed so he used to do either the morning or evening ride with me (10mi each way), sometimes even both (rounding up 40mi a...
09-11-19, 11:39 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,088
Posted By kuroba

I had a similar thing happen on a steel frame and...

I had a similar thing happen on a steel frame and then I learned that it is a very common thing to happen when using steel frame and aluminum seatpost (guess it applies to carbon too?). The first...
09-10-19, 09:27 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,254
Posted By kuroba

Dayamn, that's a sweet bike. I was looking into...

Dayamn, that's a sweet bike. I was looking into upgrading and getting a Salsa Vaya, waited to see if they offered a SRAM option for 2020 (spoiler alert: they didn't) so the RLT steel is looking...
09-10-19, 09:13 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,610
Posted By kuroba

Very similar experience to others here. I have...

Very similar experience to others here. I have TRP Spyre brakes and used them with regular housing. I found that the brakes felt 'spongy' and particularly on long gravel descents my tiny lady hands...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-18-18, 10:37 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 4,342
Posted By kuroba

The two rides I recall the most would be: ...

The two rides I recall the most would be:

July 7th: First ride after getting my bike back from a 2 month hiatus (I sent it off for a new paint job and upgraded the drivetrain from 3x7 to 2x10).
...
12-13-18, 02:33 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,541
Posted By kuroba

I answered the survey. I use my gravel bike for...

I answered the survey. I use my gravel bike for commuting and often stop by for groceries on the way home. Currently I carry my daily essentials on a handlebar bag on a front rack and used to hang...
11-16-18, 02:29 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,533
Posted By kuroba

You obviously didn't notice when you bought it so...

You obviously didn't notice when you bought it so I'm guessing it's not obviously 'feminine'. If it fits, ride it.
10-30-18, 12:01 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 7,791
Posted By kuroba

Korina you're welcome! I love the Squid bikeS IG...

Korina you're welcome! I love the Squid bikeS IG page, it's full of bright colorful inspiration for the next time I need to paint my bike (:
10-24-18, 01:17 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 7,791
Posted By kuroba

Smokeage If you wanna DIY there's the Spray.Bike...

Smokeage If you wanna DIY there's the Spray.Bike paint which is made specifically for bikes. They're used by squid.bikes to make some really interesting paint schemes.
...
10-22-18, 02:12 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,451
Posted By kuroba

For commuting I carry a U-lock, but when I'm out...

For commuting I carry a U-lock, but when I'm out with friends or just out for 'leisure' rides I use a cable lock in a jersey pocket or small saddle bag with my spare tube and tools or wrapped around...
10-04-18, 08:47 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,286
Posted By kuroba

I'd rather climb the washboards.

I'd rather climb the washboards.
Replies: 8
Views: 2,891
Posted By kuroba

I did my first 100km ride during my annual break...

I did my first 100km ride during my annual break from work. It was an event from the local randonneur club to introduce people to brevets (there was also a 200km brevet that day). It was my first...
09-28-18, 05:56 AM
Replies: 148
Views: 20,408
Posted By kuroba

After living by the n=1 ideal for years, I'm...

After living by the n=1 ideal for years, I'm considering upgrading my only bike (steel gravel grinder) to a Salsa Vaya or Niner RLT and then transform my bike into a 1x10 flat bar commuter. Nothing...
09-26-18, 07:38 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 5,724
Posted By kuroba

I wanted a gravel bike and most local options...

I wanted a gravel bike and most local options were either too big or would have left me eating instant noodles for a year. I met a local builder who made me a chromoly frame to my specifications for...
09-04-18, 09:56 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,278
Posted By kuroba

Rule #12 (http://www.velominati.com/the-rules/#12)

Rule #12 (http://www.velominati.com/the-rules/#12)
07-30-18, 08:09 AM
Replies: 1,969
Views: 428,793
Posted By kuroba

I did a lot of combinations with gear calculators...

I did a lot of combinations with gear calculators and this one gave me a range close to my old 48-36-24 triple with 12-32 cassette. I lost some top speed but I'm more grateful to have the lower...
07-27-18, 11:26 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 42,424
Posted By kuroba

I use the PD-T400 which are part of the Click'r...

I use the PD-T400 which are part of the Click'r line, aimed at newbies and commuters because they're easier to unclip than regular SPD. I like them a lot, in an emergency I can release my foot easily...
07-27-18, 08:19 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,185
Posted By kuroba

Huh. Interesting. I usually fall asleep earlier...

Huh. Interesting. I usually fall asleep earlier on the days I ride (similar 20mi/day commute). I eat when I get home, usually hot tea and a sandwich and pass out while watching the news lol.

Maybe...
07-23-18, 04:20 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,096
Posted By kuroba

If you can, please consider adding...

If you can, please consider adding crosstop/inline levers. I had them installed on my first road bike and they did wonders for my confidence on the bike because I had easily accessible brakes in a...
07-23-18, 03:33 PM
Replies: 1,969
Views: 428,793
Posted By kuroba

I love seeing everyone's pics of gravel roads in...

I love seeing everyone's pics of gravel roads in the forest. My gravel is endless miles of desert.

Anyway, went for a quick gravel ride with the SO to try my 'new' 2x10 configuration. Crankset is...
06-04-18, 11:25 AM
Replies: 177
Views: 31,009
Posted By kuroba

152cms (5') with 29" inseam and fit 46-48 XXS...

152cms (5') with 29" inseam and fit 46-48 XXS frames.
05-29-18, 11:46 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,288
Posted By kuroba

mtb_addict they're supposed to have the same...

mtb_addict they're supposed to have the same pull. I have tiny lady hands, a full stop from the hoods is impossible for me but I have no problem braking from the interrupter levers.
05-02-18, 02:55 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 5,604
Posted By kuroba

A lot. I turned to gravel grinding after I was...

A lot.
I turned to gravel grinding after I was hit by a car on my commute to work, late 2016. I had already done a few rides, but it was after that I got really into it. I still like road riding,...
04-02-18, 01:10 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,896
Posted By kuroba

I wasn't allowed to take a crankset on carry-on...

I wasn't allowed to take a crankset on carry-on luggage (had to go back and have the bag checked). Haven't had any problems with shifters, chains, cassettes, tubes, etc.

(Where I live components...
03-29-18, 01:37 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,109
Posted By kuroba

58cms? Wow, your wife is tall. I can barely fit...

58cms? Wow, your wife is tall. I can barely fit 48cms frames.

Sweet bike. No better day than new bike day! :)
03-28-18, 07:17 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,827
Posted By kuroba

Great system! I just wing it. If I freeze my ass...

Great system! I just wing it. If I freeze my ass off on my morning commute, I know I gotta dress warmer the next day lol.
03-21-18, 08:21 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,526
Posted By kuroba

The 'original' brands on Aliexpress are much...

The 'original' brands on Aliexpress are much better quality than the knock off/replicas there. I have jerseys and tights from Monton, would recommend, very high quality. Also like Santic, Paladin and...
02-07-18, 07:49 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 35,205
Posted By kuroba

None. If anything, I think my bars are a little...

None. If anything, I think my bars are a little higher than my saddle.
Forum: Commuting
11-21-17, 02:55 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,460
Posted By kuroba

Psssh. I forget my underwear once a week, at...

Psssh. I forget my underwear once a week, at least. No one notices the shorts under the jeans (well, at least no one has said anything).
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