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Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-04-16, 12:31 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 17,630
Posted By keepamonte

You'll love it, I love mine. I upgraded my...

You'll love it, I love mine. I upgraded my wheelset and put a long cage Ultegra derailleur on, as well as full fenders. I've taken her on overnight bike packing as well as gravel centuries without...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-17-16, 09:49 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,389
Posted By keepamonte

I can comment on both the Jamis Brand and the...

I can comment on both the Jamis Brand and the steel Exploit. Jamis as a brand is a smaller company that has some really nice bikes at great price points. The bike shop that sponsors our race team...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-23-15, 10:41 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 18,789
Posted By keepamonte

I'll throw in my opinion here only based on my...

I'll throw in my opinion here only based on my experience. I have ridden my 1X10 (44X11-28 10 speed) cx bike for racing cx and gravel. It worked great and I loved the simplicity. However, this...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-12-15, 07:35 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,419
Posted By keepamonte

I'm in again! Last year the mud took my rear der...

I'm in again! Last year the mud took my rear der and 4-5 spokes on a steep climb at mile 21! If there is rain, I will try to borrow a single speed as I won't be taking my chances in that peanut...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-05-15, 11:00 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 8,018
Posted By keepamonte

I'm not, been tubeless since I got them! ...

I'm not, been tubeless since I got them! Attached to a HEDC2+ Rims
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Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-29-15, 06:09 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 8,018
Posted By keepamonte

I don't know where you live but I had similar...

I don't know where you live but I had similar clearance on my CX bike and out here in Oklahoma, when it rains we get this stuff called peanut butter. It's a combo of red mud and stones. During a...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-12-15, 07:43 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,229
Posted By keepamonte

I have a Redline Team Conquest pro carbon with...

I have a Redline Team Conquest pro carbon with CX1 and TRP linears. With my alum tubulars, she's 16 lbs. I have raced CX and gravel on her and think their a great value. Great bike!
Forum: Road Cycling
05-26-15, 07:28 PM
Replies: 21,328
Views: 5,182,248
Posted By keepamonte

Well this was obtained last Thursday. Very...

Well this was obtained last Thursday. Very pleased with the ride.
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Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-16-15, 09:30 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,490
Posted By keepamonte

Total agreement here. Went from the Velocity A23...

Total agreement here. Went from the Velocity A23 to HEDC2 and never looked back . First to set laced to CKing R45 with Sapim Race for back up CX duty and primary gravel duty have been bombproof and...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-25-15, 05:52 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 885
Posted By keepamonte

Well I attemted it and at mile 19 my rear der...

Well I attemted it and at mile 19 my rear der deleted a few spokes and my day was done. Never carried my bike so much in my llife! Great event and the folks at District are top notch. Tough day in...
Forum: Winter Cycling
02-22-15, 10:11 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 23,397
Posted By keepamonte

I just did 3+ hours in my Specialized Defroster...

I just did 3+ hours in my Specialized Defroster mtb shoes in really crappy weather. It started about 32F with a feel like of 22 and dropped to 21F with a feel like of 14F d/t wind. I wore a medium...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-21-15, 03:34 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 23,215
Posted By keepamonte

I would seriously consider what the main purpose...

I would seriously consider what the main purpose of this bike will be. I race cross and am signed up for three 100 mile gravel races this spring. I have an awesome 16lb carbon CX machine that is...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-21-15, 03:04 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 23,215
Posted By keepamonte

Stay in touch with Frostbike 2015 | Feb 20 - Feb...

Stay in touch with Frostbike 2015 | Feb 20 - Feb 22 (http://frostbike.com/) event. Salsa Warbird has a carbon bike coming out with 43 tire clearance as well as a smaller aluminum frame clearance of...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-21-15, 08:51 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 23,215
Posted By keepamonte

I would also note that if you're riding a carbon...

I would also note that if you're riding a carbon chainstay bike, be very careful with tire clearance on muddy gravel rides. Mud/gravel/stones accumulates very quickly and can erode a chainstay. My...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
02-04-15, 03:28 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,025
Posted By keepamonte

Depends, MTB and CX race, just time and hr for CX...

Depends, MTB and CX race, just time and hr for CX and time and distance for mtb. I have power on my road bike so training wise power and hr and time for intervals. For road races just hr power and...
Forum: Winter Cycling
02-01-15, 04:41 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 23,397
Posted By keepamonte

I have been pleased with my specialized...

I have been pleased with my specialized defrosters, both road and mtb. I rode the mtb ones with temps from 32-40 with intermittent rain on gravel with a medium merino sock for 3:15 and never though...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-29-15, 05:32 PM
Replies: 5,453
Views: 3,882,386
Posted By keepamonte

After a nice dirty wet gravel ride! CX-1 is...

After a nice dirty wet gravel ride! CX-1 is money!

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Forum: Road Cycling
01-13-15, 03:06 PM
Replies: 21,328
Views: 5,182,248
Posted By keepamonte

Wow, I've been busy: CX-1, 11-32 1070 Cassette,...

Wow, I've been busy:
CX-1, 11-32 1070 Cassette, Raceface 44 NW
Gabba SS Flouro, Gabba LS Blue, Sorpasso Wind Tights
Specialized Defrosters Road and MTB, more but I cannot remember
Forum: Winter Cycling
01-11-15, 03:42 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 9,900
Posted By keepamonte

Merino base layers as well as gloves, hats,...

Merino base layers as well as gloves, hats, balaclavas, and neck gaiter are a must IMHO! Merino is amazing at wicking away moisture while wet. I am an extreme sweater, have tried every base layer...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-30-14, 08:32 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 9,656
Posted By keepamonte

16.4 lbs w my tubulars.

16.4 lbs w my tubulars.
Forum: Winter Cycling
12-29-14, 08:27 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,681
Posted By keepamonte

Pretty much anything PI P.R.O. is good stuff. ...

Pretty much anything PI P.R.O. is good stuff. I'm a castelli fan but received this jacket as a gift 2 years ago. I cannot wear this jacket in temps greater than 35 degrees if I'm riding more than a...
Forum: Cyclocross Racing
11-27-14, 03:43 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,562
Posted By keepamonte

Tubulars, my TRP's have never given me a problem...

Tubulars, my TRP's have never given me a problem stopping, however running tubies in complete slop at 24psi is the gift that gives back!
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-27-14, 03:39 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,942
Posted By keepamonte

I've been running a 42 and 11-28 this year and...

I've been running a 42 and 11-28 this year and it's been fine all season so far. With gravel racing around the corner I may switch back to my 53/39. I'm also considering getting a CX1 rear...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-24-14, 12:53 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 956
Posted By keepamonte

Do I need a support crew? No. HOWEVER, If you...

Do I need a support crew?
No. HOWEVER, If you get lost, hurt, or just plain worn out and want to quit, this is where having a support crew comes in handy. We have a limited number of volunteers that...
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-16-14, 10:19 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 9,718
Posted By keepamonte

Same happened to me. I bought a Scott scale 29er...

Same happened to me. I bought a Scott scale 29er (unable to demo but got a killer deal) and hated every ride! Too big, bulky, awful experience (size medium for 5'8 160lb). Demod a Jamis 650 Dakar...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-17-13, 09:20 AM
Replies: 21,328
Views: 5,182,248
Posted By keepamonte

355457 So pumped that my Jamis Xenith Elite...

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So pumped that my Jamis Xenith Elite fits these babies along with my HEDC2 rims. Plush ride for training/winter!
Forum: Road Cycling
11-25-13, 01:29 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 13,573
Posted By keepamonte

Not original poster but I can offer a personal...

Not original poster but I can offer a personal comment as I went from a 2010 Giant TCR Advanced to the 2013 Xenith Elit this year. This bike has a dramatically shorter front wheel overlap that one...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-18-13, 07:50 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 5,886
Posted By keepamonte

I have a pair of HEDC2 with Chris King R45 hubs...

I have a pair of HEDC2 with Chris King R45 hubs to Sapim CXray spokes. I have used November A23's, Carbon Clinchers, and a bunch others. These are great, I race, train, and even use them for CX.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-02-13, 02:21 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,083
Posted By keepamonte

Photochromic all the time, dark, light, night etc

Photochromic all the time, dark, light, night etc
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-27-13, 04:06 PM
Replies: 5,453
Views: 3,882,386
Posted By keepamonte

2013 RedLine Conquest Carbon Team. Ordered the...

2013 RedLine Conquest Carbon Team. Ordered the frame from my shop that sponsors us and basically took all components off my 2010 TCR Advanced. Had an extra Red Crank set from my Jamis Xenith Elite...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-19-13, 07:33 AM
Replies: 21,328
Views: 5,182,248
Posted By keepamonte

Hand built HED C2, Chris King R45 Hubs in Pewter,...

Hand built HED C2, Chris King R45 Hubs in Pewter, Sapin CX-Ray 28/28. Gonna use them as overall training wheels, foul weather racing,and also run tube-less for CX!
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Forum: Road Cycling
07-16-13, 09:56 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 8,027
Posted By keepamonte

I will also add that flexibility and core...

I will also add that flexibility and core strength training may help your situation as well.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-15-13, 05:39 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,463
Posted By keepamonte

Cannot help with the city riding but our shop is...

Cannot help with the city riding but our shop is a Jamis vendor and we have about 6 guys riding/racing the icon and all of them love it. Some have always been on alloy, some carbon. No one...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-05-13, 05:32 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 597
Posted By keepamonte

These wheels came w my Jamis Xenith Elite. Went...

These wheels came w my Jamis Xenith Elite. Went from Giant TCR Advanced with my training wheels being Velocity A23 customs. These wheels suck i n nasty crosswinds but have been a nice set. ...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
03-16-13, 04:41 PM
Replies: 5,146
Views: 3,435,278
Posted By keepamonte

Jamis Xenith Elite. Went from a 2010 Giant TCR...

Jamis Xenith Elite. Went from a 2010 Giant TCR Advanced with Force group. The new RED is a huge upgrade for me so far!
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Forum: Road Cycling
03-16-13, 04:36 PM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,399,397
Posted By keepamonte

Just picked up my Jamis Xenith Elite and moved my...

Just picked up my Jamis Xenith Elite and moved my Quarq over as well. Racing it Sunday! First pic has my 38mm tubies, very hilly race!


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Forum: Road Cycling
03-12-13, 08:49 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,338
Posted By keepamonte

I started out with the 38mm clinchers and put...

I started out with the 38mm clinchers and put about 8k on them before selling them to a teammate. I also own the 58mm tubulars and the FSW23's. solid company with good wheels!
Forum: Road Cycling
02-13-13, 06:33 PM
Replies: 140
Views: 13,916
Posted By keepamonte

Huh? They are Giros basically!

Huh? They are Giros basically!
Forum: Road Cycling
02-13-13, 05:43 PM
Replies: 140
Views: 13,916
Posted By keepamonte

299259 Went from S Works Road shoe to this...

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Went from S Works Road shoe to this Rapha Grand Tour Shoe. I am very pleased.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
12-31-12, 08:17 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,874
Posted By keepamonte

I ran my Vittoria Evo Corsa CX's on my 58mm...

I ran my Vittoria Evo Corsa CX's on my 58mm tubulars all season in a 25. I even put 700 X 25 Rubino Pro's on my Velocity A23's and crit and road raced in foul weather as well as all around training....
Forum: Road Cycling
12-22-12, 05:24 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,961
Posted By keepamonte

You cannot go wrong with these! Bombproof,...

You cannot go wrong with these! Bombproof, light, nice wide rim. I weigh 160lbs and run these at 90psi for a superb ride. I crit race and road race on these in foul weather with 25mm wide tires...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-02-12, 05:00 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,414
Posted By keepamonte

vittoria evo corsa cx 25's> vittoria open corsa...

vittoria evo corsa cx 25's> vittoria open corsa cx 25's> Rubino pro 25's> Conti 4000s 25's in my usage opinion. Although the first are tubulars and ride like a dream!
Forum: Road Cycling
11-29-12, 07:18 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,520
Posted By keepamonte

I have a pair of S Works shoes that have about...

I have a pair of S Works shoes that have about 15K on them. They do not have the disposable heel, the new ones do. The area where the heel meets the carbon sole is giving in. I cannot tell a...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-25-12, 08:25 AM
Replies: 21,328
Views: 5,182,248
Posted By keepamonte

Those are the best leg warmers I have ever used! ...

Those are the best leg warmers I have ever used! Warm, stay in place, and so far are wearing well.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-24-12, 07:42 AM
Replies: 21,328
Views: 5,182,248
Posted By keepamonte

285277 Moving on from my S Works shoes.

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Moving on from my S Works shoes.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
11-04-12, 07:21 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 385
Posted By keepamonte

Spelling is not my friend! I have been using the...

Spelling is not my friend! I have been using the free carbon pads that they issue with my wheels. I may try the salmon kool stop in foul weather next time. I just wanted opinions before I drop...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
11-03-12, 01:47 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 385
Posted By keepamonte

Carbon brake pads imput w tubvlars

I have a set of 58mm November Tubulars and plan on purchasing a set of 38mm carbon tubulars for the spring for windy/hilly conditions (not sure from who yet). Raced all year on either 58mm tubulars...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
10-23-12, 12:37 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 649
Posted By keepamonte

Great advice all, thanks! I have a very good...

Great advice all, thanks! I have a very good idea of my zones from my Quarq, from a base standpoint, I should pretty much stay in the endurance zone, correct?
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
10-23-12, 09:53 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 649
Posted By keepamonte

thanks for the advice. Do you adsvise doing a...

thanks for the advice. Do you adsvise doing a FTP test to set a floor for the base miles or go off where I left off? I know the answer is the first but I just don't want to start off puking when my...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
10-23-12, 09:24 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 649
Posted By keepamonte

Offseason advice please

Had a solid race season in wich I went from a 4 to a 3 with 4 top 5's and another 10 top 10's in mostly masters categories. Trained all last year with a powermeter and my last race was our state...
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