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Forum: Road Cycling
12-04-08, 03:38 PM
Replies: 138
Views: 14,815
Posted By uberclkgtr

In other words, between two riders who weight...

In other words, between two riders who weight 150lbs and 200lbs (an increase of 33% in weight), the top speed difference would only be a 10% increase.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-04-08, 03:25 PM
Replies: 138
Views: 14,815
Posted By uberclkgtr

Which is the key here. So if riders were...

Which is the key here. So if riders were spheres, the bigger ones would go faster down a hill.

Spoken like a true physicist. =]

Of course riders are not spheres, but I suspect the following...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-04-08, 02:24 PM
Replies: 138
Views: 14,815
Posted By uberclkgtr

Actually it's the opposite. With wind...

Actually it's the opposite. With wind resistance, the heavier object falls faster. Think feather vs bowling ball. Whether this has any large effect on cyclists, on a descent, it's hard to say. I...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-01-08, 04:03 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 2,549
Posted By uberclkgtr

In a related question, what could be the purpose...

In a related question, what could be the purpose of squaring off the head tube by Wilier on their Cento?
...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-26-08, 09:21 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,936
Posted By uberclkgtr

Excellent. Good luck with your ride! Going by...

Excellent. Good luck with your ride! Going by how the bike rides and how comfortable you are on it (and how comfortable your wallet is) is a good way to go about buying a bike. =]
Forum: Road Cycling
11-26-08, 09:08 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 4,117
Posted By uberclkgtr

There's certainly fatigue with carbon fiber over...

There's certainly fatigue with carbon fiber over its lifetime. Ask any race car engineer. Back in 1999 the Williams F1 team built a carbon-composite-tubbed sports prototype for BMW to contest Le...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-25-08, 07:06 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 6,441
Posted By uberclkgtr

"Bears fisting ahead" at the top of Mt Lemmon,...

"Bears fisting ahead" at the top of Mt Lemmon, Tucson, AZ


http://www.enormousturnip.com/bears_fisting.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
11-25-08, 06:44 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,936
Posted By uberclkgtr

The E5 is a better frame than the A1 given the...

The E5 is a better frame than the A1 given the materials and design, but the carbon stays have little to do with it. And of course not all E5 frames are equal. An S-Works E5 is going to be much...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-21-08, 03:11 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 810
Posted By uberclkgtr

As stated above. 10-speed crankset/chainrings...

As stated above. 10-speed crankset/chainrings will work fine with a 9-speed drivetrain. Just use a 9-speed chain.
I use a Campy 10-speed crank with 8-speed Dura Ace. No problems.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-13-08, 12:05 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 6,159
Posted By uberclkgtr

Great bikes. I've got a Gios A-70 which also...

Great bikes. I've got a Gios A-70 which also used the Dedaccia 7003 tubeset. Love it. Stiff but not harsh. I also have Rossin that uses Dedaccia T6 Energy tubeset that doesn't ride quite as nice...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-13-08, 11:52 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,110
Posted By uberclkgtr

Keep the original fork. Not only will it look...

Keep the original fork. Not only will it look better, but you're not going to notice the (at best) 1/2lb you save by going carbon and threadless. In the end, that steal fork is probably much better...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-10-08, 02:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 408
Posted By uberclkgtr

For stems that need a shim to be used with 1"...

For stems that need a shim to be used with 1" steerers, manufacturers generally recommend the slit of the shim being 180 degrees rotated from the slit in the stem for carbon steerers. It doesn't...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-06-08, 03:20 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 355
Posted By uberclkgtr

There are plenty of manufacturers that produce a...

There are plenty of manufacturers that produce a 74 deg seat tube frame. Gios amongst them.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-23-08, 04:56 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 448
Posted By uberclkgtr

Ritchey Logic WCS Classics 135 mm drop 85...

Ritchey Logic WCS Classics

135 mm drop
85 mm reach
D shape

http://www.ritcheylogic.com/dimg/thm/t448_0c206e849061c2c39fe8e544087c0954.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
10-23-08, 09:22 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,477
Posted By uberclkgtr

:lol:

:lol:
Forum: Road Cycling
10-15-08, 10:44 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 21,425
Posted By uberclkgtr

Buy something used instead. This looks like crap.

Buy something used instead. This looks like crap.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-15-08, 10:38 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,416
Posted By uberclkgtr

If your valve is separating from the tube, this...

If your valve is separating from the tube, this is the first thing I would check. Make sure the rim tape is fully covering the valve hole and there are no sharp edges.

And threaded valves suck. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-15-08, 10:17 AM
Replies: 147
Views: 11,440
Posted By uberclkgtr

But this one goes to 11. Beautiful bike.

But this one goes to 11.


Beautiful bike.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-03-08, 09:41 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,054
Posted By uberclkgtr

Looks like a really nice bike. I have an...

Looks like a really nice bike. I have an aluminum Gios and love it. Rides great. Their frames are well-built in my experience.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-30-08, 06:00 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,794
Posted By uberclkgtr

Looks great!

Looks great!
Forum: Road Cycling
09-14-08, 03:54 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,786
Posted By uberclkgtr

True that. I've got a 12-24 at the back of my...

True that. I've got a 12-24 at the back of my 8spd Dura-Ace drivetrain. It was pretty easy to find the right cogs to make up a cassette that I wanted. Shimano still sells full 8spd cassettes too...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-14-08, 03:50 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,786
Posted By uberclkgtr

Quoted for emphasis. I've switched from 8spd...

Quoted for emphasis. I've switched from 8spd Dura-Ace, and you definitely need to switch out the rear deraileur. You could probably get away with not replacing the front derailleur, but those are...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-11-08, 09:29 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 380
Posted By uberclkgtr

Yes, you can. I'm running 8-speed Dura Ace...

Yes, you can. I'm running 8-speed Dura Ace drivetrain with a 10 speed Campy Centaur UT crankset. No issues. Works great. You'll need to continue to use an 8-speed front derailleur though.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-08-08, 05:18 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 3,794
Posted By uberclkgtr

it really depends on the steepness of the hills,...

it really depends on the steepness of the hills, both the uphill and downhill. concisely, you don't gain the same on the downhill as you lose on the uphill, even with constant power output, due to...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-03-08, 05:13 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 28,958
Posted By uberclkgtr

An aluminum fork will be lighter. That's the...

An aluminum fork will be lighter. That's the only difference.

If they're both designed well, a steel and an aluminum fork will function equally well, as stated above by others. My steel...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-03-08, 10:26 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 3,635
Posted By uberclkgtr

Spain. He's so hot right now. ...

Spain. He's so hot right now.




/tennis, soccer, Mugatu
Forum: Road Cycling
07-31-08, 05:51 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 7,930
Posted By uberclkgtr

+1 for the Conti Gatorskins. No flats for me,...

+1 for the Conti Gatorskins. No flats for me, and they ride better than the Bonti Hardcases I had before. They have a much more supple sidewall than the Bontis, which makes them roll better and...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-31-08, 05:45 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 734
Posted By uberclkgtr

Are you sure there's wear? When you look at the...

Are you sure there's wear? When you look at the chain on the chainring, are there gaps indicating its stretched or does it fit snugly? Are you sure you're not just noticing the ramps and shaped...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-31-08, 12:32 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 5,300
Posted By uberclkgtr

Wow, that's a beautiful bike.

Wow, that's a beautiful bike.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-30-08, 11:59 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 337
Posted By uberclkgtr

That's a great bike. Certainly worth the money...

That's a great bike. Certainly worth the money if its in good shape. If you like the way it rides and it's in good shape, go for it.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-30-08, 11:57 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 18,259
Posted By uberclkgtr

Soccer shorts work fine, but of course there's no...

Soccer shorts work fine, but of course there's no padding. Any any poly shirt that wicks should be fine. Don't wear cotton.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-30-08, 03:16 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 627
Posted By uberclkgtr

7-speed STI? get 7-speed sora levers. You can...

7-speed STI? get 7-speed sora levers. You can find them around for $100 for the pair new.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-30-08, 02:14 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,235
Posted By uberclkgtr

What a steal. That's a great bike.

What a steal. That's a great bike.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-29-08, 01:25 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,401
Posted By uberclkgtr

+1 The Compact Pro is a great bike. It's...

+1

The Compact Pro is a great bike. It's very comfortable, despite it's steep angles and short cockpit. I have the aluminum version as well (the A-70) and I love it even more, as it's lighter...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-15-08, 10:13 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 918
Posted By uberclkgtr

+1 I use their 200L headlight to ride in...

+1

I use their 200L headlight to ride in pitch black regularly. Love it. I can cruise along at 20mph and see plenty far ahead without problems.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-15-08, 11:46 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 3,011
Posted By uberclkgtr

Now I want to be an astronaut!

Now I want to be an astronaut!
Forum: Road Cycling
07-15-08, 09:42 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 4,688
Posted By uberclkgtr

I do this all the time here in Tucson when it's...

I do this all the time here in Tucson when it's 105 F in the evening when I ride home from work. Hair too. Works great.

I'm dry as a bone when I get home 9 miles and 600 ft in elevation later.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-14-08, 11:01 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 623
Posted By uberclkgtr

The CD rims are simply hard anodized, which was...

The CD rims are simply hard anodized, which was really popular with rims back in the 80s and 90s, before machined breaking surfaces became the rage. The surface is much harder than a machined...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-04-08, 11:49 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,626
Posted By uberclkgtr

aliante gamma. 3k miles on it and it functions...

aliante gamma. 3k miles on it and it functions as it did new. super comfy.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-02-08, 10:30 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,516
Posted By uberclkgtr

why not cover the whole bike? why stop with the...

why not cover the whole bike? why stop with the seat stays?
Forum: Road Cycling
06-26-08, 12:07 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 532
Posted By uberclkgtr

Beautiful bike. White brake cables would...

Beautiful bike.

White brake cables would really spiff it up too. =]
Forum: Road Cycling
06-25-08, 07:31 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 6,454
Posted By uberclkgtr

http://shop.newbelgium.com/Merchant2/graphics/0000...

http://shop.newbelgium.com/Merchant2/graphics/00000001/07frontback_bj.jpg

http://shop.newbelgium.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Product_Code=m14-341-00&Category_Code=BJ
Forum: Road Cycling
06-21-08, 01:46 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,047
Posted By uberclkgtr

ITM 260 pro. great bar.

ITM 260 pro. great bar.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-20-08, 10:39 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,196
Posted By uberclkgtr

+1 I'm skinny, but have wide sit bones, and...

+1

I'm skinny, but have wide sit bones, and I find the Aliante to be very comfortable. :thumb:
Forum: Road Cycling
06-19-08, 07:53 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 464
Posted By uberclkgtr

I use the wire bead Gatorskins and love them. ...

I use the wire bead Gatorskins and love them. That sounds like a good deal. I'd buy another pair for sure.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-18-08, 11:41 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,417
Posted By uberclkgtr

Step 1: hold weenis at arm's length Step 2:...

Step 1: hold weenis at arm's length
Step 2: hold index finger against thumb
Step 3: give the tip a good wack with index finger
Step 4: repeat
Forum: Road Cycling
06-12-08, 06:40 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,752
Posted By uberclkgtr

Matching brake pad and rim tape colors.

Matching brake pad and rim tape colors.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-09-08, 04:19 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,303
Posted By uberclkgtr

+1 and use the palm of your glove.

+1 and use the palm of your glove.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-09-08, 04:15 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,354
Posted By uberclkgtr

:lol: i have a mutant in my bike parts bin. ...

:lol:

i have a mutant in my bike parts bin. appropriately named product.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-09-08, 04:14 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,354
Posted By uberclkgtr

For style, you need to go Italian. 3T, ITM and...

For style, you need to go Italian. 3T, ITM and Cinelli make (made?) really nice quill stems. I had a great ITM on my last threaded fork frame:
...
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