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Forum: Touring
02-28-21, 09:29 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,412
Posted By jay1680

Jones Bar

For my back problems, Jones Bar , 35 degree rise stem and Ergon grips helped a lot..
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-18-21, 08:29 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,321
Posted By jay1680

Several months ago I posted in this forum a...

Several months ago I posted in this forum a complaint about Rene Herse customer service. At the time I purchased a set of Snoqualmie Pass standard tires (not the extralights). After 4000 km with this...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
12-27-20, 07:48 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,669
Posted By jay1680

Bingo, I am an idiot, The test needs a power...

Bingo, I am an idiot, The test needs a power meter. I thought it would use the data from my HR monitor.
Forum: Touring
12-26-20, 08:02 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,822
Posted By jay1680

Jones Bars worked for me as well on my...

Jones Bars worked for me as well on my Specialized AWOL. I have no problem sitting on the bike now for 7+ hours, I started with the Jones rubber grips but switched to Ergon grips with a more of a...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
12-26-20, 07:31 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,669
Posted By jay1680

OP here. Sorry for being imprecise. I am using a...

OP here. Sorry for being imprecise. I am using a Wahoo Bolt in the menu under planned workouts it lists two tests, a 20 minute FTP test and an 8 minute FTP test. Both tests take about an hour with...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
12-24-20, 08:03 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,669
Posted By jay1680

flunked FTP

I keep failing both the 8 min and 20 min FTP test on my Wahoo Bolt. Is there a trick to passing?
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
11-14-20, 08:03 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 10,277
Posted By jay1680

jones bar

Something like a Jones Bar will help a lot if you find that can not get upright enough with a drop bar. You may need to change shifters and brake levers but for me it was worth it. 69 and bike about...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-24-20, 03:24 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,002
Posted By jay1680

The Frame will not have a mount. I will use an FD...

The Frame will not have a mount. I will use an FD with clamp. I will be using a Shimano road derailleur with a chainline of 43.5. and yes the White Industries crank has a chainline of 45 mm. Is the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-24-20, 07:21 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,002
Posted By jay1680

Front Derailleur for 40/24 crankset

I am building a bike as a hill climber and one that will be useful for me in my 70s. I have chosen a G30 White Industries 40/ 24 tooth double chain wheel and Genavelle shifters that will be set up...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-13-20, 06:47 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 7,798
Posted By jay1680

[QUOTE=veganbikes;21531114]It seems as if OP is...

[QUOTE=veganbikes;21531114]It seems as if OP is calling not emailing. ------The OP would be happy to email if only he could. The OP would be satisfied with an email answer within 2-3 days. It is a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-11-20, 08:18 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 7,798
Posted By jay1680

The company should be more upfront about its lack...

The company should be more upfront about its lack of customer service. They don't answer calls, there is no way to contact them on the web page. Even companies on Ebay or Alibaba selling items at...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-10-20, 12:41 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,173
Posted By jay1680

Jones Bars with Ergon Grips helped me a lot with...

Jones Bars with Ergon Grips helped me a lot with comfort up front. Brooks spring saddle with rear comfort (heavy).
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-10-20, 12:33 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 7,798
Posted By jay1680

Contacting Rene Herse Cyles

Has anyone been able to contact Rene Herse Cycles. Seems like there is no phone number nor is there an email address that they respond to.
Forum: Touring
01-30-18, 08:49 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,925
Posted By jay1680

I own a Helinox cot and use it for car camping....

I own a Helinox cot and use it for car camping. They are great, easy to set up and comfortable. I wouldn't want to carry one on my bike though.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-28-18, 06:33 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,387
Posted By jay1680

Started riding again at age 66 about 4 months...

Started riding again at age 66 about 4 months ago. Traded in my road bike for a heavier duty (specialized awol, gravel bike with 50 mm tires). This bike feels more stable than my old road bike,...
Forum: Touring
01-07-18, 05:14 PM
Replies: 320
Views: 60,630
Posted By jay1680

Baja trip in March- to: Alan S

Alan, tried to PM you but I can't use the PM system until 10 posts. I will be doing the Cape Loop or part of it in March. I will take the Ferry from Mazatlan to La Paz and can meet you there or...
Forum: South America, Latin America & Caribbean
10-14-17, 07:49 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 4,752
Posted By jay1680

Baja Nov-

Looking for bike companeros for a trip to Baja in Nov-Dec. Traveling 40- 50 miles a day. Camping or hotel or mixture of both. I live in Guadalajara, Mexico and speak Spanish and have toured a little...
Forum: Touring
10-13-17, 05:43 PM
Replies: 320
Views: 60,630
Posted By jay1680

Baja Nov-Dec

Looking for bike companeros for a trip to Baja in Nov-Dec. Traveling 40- 50 miles a day. Camping or hotel or mixture of both. I live in Guadalajara, Mexico and speak Spanish and have toured a little...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-14-08, 11:39 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,840
Posted By jay1680

Brooks Champion Flyer- The springs add about a...

Brooks Champion Flyer- The springs add about a pound but the saddle is the most back friendly for those in the L4-L5 club.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-07-08, 09:59 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 3,310
Posted By jay1680

Ditch the shorts helmet and shoes. I recommend...

Ditch the shorts helmet and shoes. I recommend Sperry Topsiders, Long Khakis. dress white shirt and a blue sweater casually draped over shoulders.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-20-08, 06:44 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 745
Posted By jay1680

also a member of the L4-L5 club and I am dealing...

also a member of the L4-L5 club and I am dealing with the same issues. Brooks Champion Flyer (springs) certainly helps with the Road bumps on the rural roads still trying to figure out optimum...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-19-08, 07:12 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,741
Posted By jay1680

Just bought a new bike after a riding hiatus due...

Just bought a new bike after a riding hiatus due to an injured back. Substituted a SOMA ES Smoothie frame for a more aggressive smaller Lightspeed frame. The longer wheelbase and less aggressive...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-16-08, 08:30 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,027
Posted By jay1680

Less than 30 miles and not racing - skip the...

Less than 30 miles and not racing - skip the lycra, jersey and the rest of that cyclodork stuff
Forum: Road Cycling
07-15-08, 09:36 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,457
Posted By jay1680

Soma smoothe ES steel frame, Brooks Flyer with...

Soma smoothe ES steel frame, Brooks Flyer with springs. compact double, bullet proof wheels like open pros and gatorskins. Works for me and my herniated disks. If in doubt but the frame one size too...
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