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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-06-22, 10:55 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,149
Posted By TKJava

Continental GP 4000 / 5000 cracking

I purchased a Canyon in late summer of 2019 which came with Continental GP 4000 tires, great or so I thought. Its now just under 3 full years later and not that many miles and the tire sidewalls...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-06-22, 10:52 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,960
Posted By TKJava

I purchased a Canyon bike in the summer of 2019...

I purchased a Canyon bike in the summer of 2019 and much to my surprise it came with GP 4000 tires. Its now less than 3 years later and very few miles the tires look like they are ancient and dried...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-16-22, 11:54 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 670
Posted By TKJava

Bike degreaser / cleaner

I regularly clean my bike and on the frame I use a mild detergent like a dish detergent or even just warm water. What I would like to know are there any recommendations for a "green" or otherwise...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-17-20, 03:04 PM
Replies: 3,578
Views: 985,998
Posted By TKJava

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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-26-20, 04:02 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,259
Posted By TKJava

Congrats, that's a large advancement from 20...

Congrats, that's a large advancement from 20 something to over 50 miles in a short period of time. On rides that long food is more important than one thinks it is. I feel great until all of a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-30-20, 02:37 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 477
Posted By TKJava

Larger chain ring for turbo trainer

I have an old aluminum frame bike from many years ago that has a triple chain ring in the front (50, 39, 30). The derailleur is a Shimano Sora for the front with Sora shifters. What I would like to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-30-20, 02:31 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 5,622
Posted By TKJava

I'm guessing the goal is to disinfect the bike? ...

I'm guessing the goal is to disinfect the bike? I would recommend simply washing the bike with dish detergent, not for a dishwasher but for hand dish washing. The virus on the surface of the bike...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-30-20, 02:19 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 462
Posted By TKJava

There is a YouTube channel called E to E designs...

There is a YouTube channel called E to E designs that shows many custom paint jobs on carbon fiber frames. He has a few how to's in terms of body prep and priming and how to do it with spray cans. ...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-12-20, 10:41 AM
Replies: 143
Views: 12,863
Posted By TKJava

This looks interesting depending on who you are...

This looks interesting depending on who you are and where you ride. Over the last few years I have noticed more women riding on the roads I ride. Along with that an increase in women who are out...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-11-20, 10:50 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,112
Posted By TKJava

I would love to buy things that last a long time...

I would love to buy things that last a long time as opposed to what is the current environment everything is a subscription including your washing machine, fridge, bike rack etc.

A 20 year old...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-11-20, 10:44 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,112
Posted By TKJava

We have had an SUV with a hitch mounted rack...

We have had an SUV with a hitch mounted rack which I like however 2 years ago my wife was hit in the rear end of the car by a driver looking at their phone. Fortunately my wife was not injured and...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-09-20, 11:24 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 16,423
Posted By TKJava

Several up-votes for the take a look mirror. I'm...

Several up-votes for the take a look mirror. I'm adding one more for it. The downside is that for me I need to clip it onto a visor on the helmet. Many helmets don't have a visor so that could be...
Forum: Northeast
03-09-20, 11:10 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,016
Posted By TKJava

The time we were in Gains, we rented a small...

The time we were in Gains, we rented a small house, one morning a bear was up near the kitchen window trying to check out the trash on the deck outside. I have not been that up close and personal...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-05-20, 12:16 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,873
Posted By TKJava

I like lunge squats where you put one foot out in...

I like lunge squats where you put one foot out in front of you and squat on that one leg leaving the other behind. Putting the front foot up on a slight step is also good. Doing leg presses are...
Forum: Northeast
03-05-20, 12:08 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,016
Posted By TKJava

For the first time I selected the regional...

For the first time I selected the regional discussions and happened upon this. I have seen these green signs near me and always wondered what they are for? I guess they are route indicators? After...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-24-20, 08:03 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 49,171
Posted By TKJava

I agree with your observations in terms of some...

I agree with your observations in terms of some information is left out and its entertaining. I cannot imagine how bike mfrs.could survive if they all put out bottom brackte holes in their frames...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-24-20, 07:57 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 49,171
Posted By TKJava

Thanks for the input and I'll try to ignore it...

Thanks for the input and I'll try to ignore it for now :-) My Canyon Endurace is less than one year old and I was (hopefully still am) in love with it. It performs well very quiet and smooth and a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-23-20, 09:37 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 49,171
Posted By TKJava

Hambini yes or no?

Recently I was fairly laid up with knee surgery so I had the opportunity to watch too many YouTube videos and found this guy Hambini who makes custom BB's. He has many videos that show how poorly...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-05-20, 03:46 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 4,448
Posted By TKJava

I'm not familiar with the wheels your looking at...

I'm not familiar with the wheels your looking at but you say that the carbon set are more "aero", I have to assume that the rim is a deeper section than a typical wheel rim? If this is the case and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-27-20, 12:30 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,394
Posted By TKJava

I have found there to be a difference in the...

I have found there to be a difference in the amount of vibration my hands and forearms experience between CF and Al for sure with just the fork. There's a big difference in vibration between a al...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-27-20, 12:01 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 4,668
Posted By TKJava

It sounds like you made a giant leap forward in...

It sounds like you made a giant leap forward in bike mechanics. To review, you replaced a derailleur, adjusted derailleur's, wrapped a handlebar, cables and housings and adjusted brakes. This is 90%...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-20-20, 11:52 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 10,859
Posted By TKJava

I noticed your post regarding the "Ben to the...

I noticed your post regarding the "Ben to the Shore" ride in July. I have done the American Cancer Society ride from the Ben Franklin Bride to Atlantic City NJ (65 miles roughly) in June, glad to...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-20-20, 11:46 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 10,859
Posted By TKJava

I'm planning to do many more cycling club rides...

I'm planning to do many more cycling club rides than I was able to last year. I want to move up a group level to where keeping up is challenging.
I plan on doing the Garden State Gran Fondo...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-08-20, 03:42 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,883
Posted By TKJava

Glad your back to riding again. You will increase...

Glad your back to riding again. You will increase your strength and stamina by riding. I took a long 25 year vacation from riding that ended about 6 years ago. I recall when I picked up a cheap road...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-08-20, 11:51 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,169
Posted By TKJava

So I'll assume your looking to increase the size...

So I'll assume your looking to increase the size of your cassette. I agree with the other postings go google max cassette for your derailleur cage. I wanted to put a 32 cassette on my bike with an...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-08-20, 11:44 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 15,475
Posted By TKJava

I am the most unfortunate person in the world...

I am the most unfortunate person in the world when it comes to flats, I always find a way to run over a tiny piece of glass or a tiny hunk of wire on the ground. That said I ride with a person who...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-08-20, 11:30 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 10,925
Posted By TKJava

From the picture and your explanation of the...

From the picture and your explanation of the defect it looks and sounds like this is just a scratch, I would not scrap them for a scratch.

I had a carbon fiber frame develop a crack in the seat...
Forum: Pills and Ills
12-11-19, 01:15 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 681
Posted By TKJava

Knee Replacement question

I'm approaching 60 and am currently needing a knee replacement due to arthritis. I can still ride and manage discomfort with Ibuprofen and occasional cortisone injections 3 times a year.

What I...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-05-19, 04:02 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,400
Posted By TKJava

I'm almost 60 and will be for another 10 years or...

I'm almost 60 and will be for another 10 years or so. I have ridden annually in charity rides (MS Society. American Cancer Society which are 75 miles and 65 miles respectively). The ACS ride is in...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-05-19, 03:45 PM
Replies: 3,578
Views: 985,998
Posted By TKJava

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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-04-19, 11:56 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,086
Posted By TKJava

I have been going to the gym 4 times a week for...

I have been going to the gym 4 times a week for about 3 years now, I started getting back into cycling about 5 years ago. I think that lifting weights (without injuring yourself) is very good...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-30-19, 10:18 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 28,915
Posted By TKJava

I'm not a doctor but I have osteoarthritis in my...

I'm not a doctor but I have osteoarthritis in my knee and looking into the glucosamine/chondrotin supplements I have found no study that presents any significant evidence that it helps, sort of like...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
10-22-19, 12:49 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 8,887
Posted By TKJava

For me it depends on what type of riding I'm...

For me it depends on what type of riding I'm doing. For example there are routes that I take near me where I can go out for 2.5 - 4 hours that cover somewhere between 35 - 45 miles. These rides...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
10-22-19, 12:42 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,119
Posted By TKJava

Hello, I'm not a doctor but I play one on forums...

Hello, I'm not a doctor but I play one on forums :-) :) So you had not mentioned how old you are? I get pain behind the knee that feels much like what you would expect from a hyper extended knee. I...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-14-19, 06:34 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 11,617
Posted By TKJava

I have to second the support experience also, it...

I have to second the support experience also, it was very good via phone an email. I finally purchased the Endurace with an Ultegra mechanical build. I have another endurance bike that I like how I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-02-19, 06:22 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 8,665
Posted By TKJava

Thanks for your reply and I agree with you for...

Thanks for your reply and I agree with you for the most part. The problem I'm having is that I want a road bike with drop handlebars that has my body in a "more upright" position e.g. an endurance...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-27-19, 02:49 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 11,617
Posted By TKJava

I wanted to ask you what your height is roughly...

I wanted to ask you what your height is roughly and what size you have? I currently have an "endurance geometry" bike and I do like being somewhat more upright when my hands are on the hoods. It's...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
08-27-19, 12:16 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 4,277
Posted By TKJava

Stack To Reach Ratio how good is it

I'm in the process of buying a new bike. For me this process is awful. I am 6' 3" with a long inseam so typically the size bike I need according to sizing charts is a 62 / 63 (when using numbers)...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-25-19, 02:17 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 11,617
Posted By TKJava

Canyon Endurace CF SL 8.0

I wanted to know if anyone has a Canyon Endurace and what their thoughts are. You cannot try one unless your in Germany or CA. I'm looking at this bike, considering you get a full Shimano Ultegra...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-25-19, 02:08 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,954
Posted By TKJava

I'm not sure regarding lugged carbon tubes. The...

I'm not sure regarding lugged carbon tubes. The bike is a Kestrel RT1000.. as far as pictures are conerned it's very difficult to get this to show up. It's rather hairline if you will you can see...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-24-19, 03:40 PM
Replies: 131
Views: 17,137
Posted By TKJava

A better bike will improve performance there's no...

A better bike will improve performance there's no doubt. I too ride with a club and there are grade levels A - D with a stop at C+. The first ride I made with this group I picked a C ride which is...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-24-19, 03:30 PM
Replies: 119
Views: 17,638
Posted By TKJava

I have a bike with a compact crankset (50/34) and...

I have a bike with a compact crankset (50/34) and a cassette with 11/28. A nice bike carbon fiber with full Ultegra and the frame is somewhat aero. On a flat road giving it all I have I can hit 32...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-24-19, 03:21 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,954
Posted By TKJava

Sorry I forgot that part the crack is...

Sorry I forgot that part the crack is longitudinal e.g. up and down along the tube not wrapping around it. The mechanic marked it top and bottom with a sharpy so I might see if it progresses. Now...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-24-19, 03:13 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 8,665
Posted By TKJava

Canyon Endurace CF SL Disc 8.0 vs. Domane SL 6

Warning odd ridiculous posting but...

So I picked my bike up from the shop today and the mechanic discovered a crack in the frame, getting the frame replace is a non-starter (ASI is out of...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-24-19, 03:01 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,954
Posted By TKJava

Crack in carbon fiber frame

I went to my LBS this morning to pick my bike up from being repared (bar tape, wheels trued, front derailleur adjustment). The work was done however the mechanic pointed out that the bike has a...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-24-19, 10:20 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,077
Posted By TKJava

I'll be testing the waters of a frame replacement...

I'll be testing the waters of a frame replacement on my Kestrel RT1000. I took my bike to the LBS for new handlebar tape and a wheel truing and the mechanic discovered a small longitudinal crack in...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-21-19, 02:36 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,333
Posted By TKJava

Regarding questioning the mechanic without basic...

Regarding questioning the mechanic without basic knowledge... I agree ergo the a question to a bike repair forum on the web. I'm inclined to give someone the benefit of the doubt however one wants...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-20-19, 07:05 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 3,288
Posted By TKJava

Ultegra R8000 crank set compatible with 6800 Front Derailleur

I was told that the newer Shimano Ultegra R8000 crank sets are not compatible with the 6800 front derailleur, is this true? The reason given was a change to the chain ring spacing.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-20-19, 06:48 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,333
Posted By TKJava

LBS BS or not, that is the question

I took my bike in to the LBS yesterday to discuss getting the derailleurs adjusted as I am getting some chain rub on the inside of the front derailleur cage. Basically my chain rubs when I press hard...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-19-19, 12:42 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 837
Posted By TKJava

Creaking pedals

I have a set of Shimano M540 pedals on my bike which has Ultegra cranks on them. Shortly after installing these they started to creak when I put some decent pressure on them. I had to take them to...
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