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Forum: Road Cycling
12-02-20, 04:21 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,794
Posted By drewtk

For rim brake aero wheels, my default...

For rim brake aero wheels, my default recommendation are HED Jet wheels. Wide internal width, aluminum track, so they brake well, with a carbon fiber fairing to provide the aero benefit. Right now,...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-12-20, 10:30 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 3,930
Posted By drewtk

I have mountain bikes, road bikes, and TT bikes...

I have mountain bikes, road bikes, and TT bikes and have run both tubeless and clincher across almost all of them. Tubeless on MTBs is a no brainer IMO, and same for gravel bikes.

For road bikes...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-05-20, 03:28 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,341
Posted By drewtk

+1 to short sleeve jersey + arm sleeves. I have...

+1 to short sleeve jersey + arm sleeves. I have the same problems finding proper length long sleeve jerseys, and they all seem to be too loose as well. I have a set of thin “sun sleeves” and a...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-03-20, 06:58 PM
Replies: 27,391
Views: 18,376,879
Posted By drewtk

My wife has the same bike, same color. It’s the...

My wife has the same bike, same color. It’s the most comfortable bike I’ve ever ridden. I’m about to mount a set of gravel tires on spare wheels for light gravel biking.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-03-20, 06:56 PM
Replies: 27,391
Views: 18,376,879
Posted By drewtk

My new ride, a 2020 Infinito CV with Di2. ...

My new ride, a 2020 Infinito CV with Di2.

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Forum: Road Cycling
11-02-20, 10:52 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,578
Posted By drewtk

As others have pointed out, your bike computer...

As others have pointed out, your bike computer and trainer may be sampling the power readings at different intervals. Instead, try comparing the power readings of your pedals and trainer using Zwift...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-02-20, 10:48 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 9,869
Posted By drewtk

A broken clock is right twice a day. Maybe...

A broken clock is right twice a day. Maybe Hambini has some good analysis, but I'm not going to sift through all of his crap to figure that out.
11-02-20, 10:44 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,858
Posted By drewtk

Bike companies don't list weights because there...

Bike companies don't list weights because there are way too many variables that affect weight, so they don't go to the trouble of weighing every single bike size in every single configuration. Bike...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-01-20, 12:18 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,697
Posted By drewtk

I said the same thing in the post directly above...

I said the same thing in the post directly above yours, and looks like we’re both wrong. I just bought a 2020 Bianchi with Di2 and it came with the wireless unit. I was about to order one, assuming...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-29-20, 06:56 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 21,817
Posted By drewtk

I think you have this backwards. Rolling...

I think you have this backwards. Rolling resistance goes DOWN as you go wider on tires, although I certainly agree that there is such a thing as too wide. What goes up with wider tires is...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-15-20, 09:40 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,016
Posted By drewtk

What's your goal? The new bikes you're...

What's your goal? The new bikes you're considering won't make you any faster, but nothing wrong with getting a shiny new bike. This is a hobby after all, and if it keeps you motivated to ride -...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-14-20, 08:18 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 5,550
Posted By drewtk

I would only buy a high end used bike if it was...

I would only buy a high end used bike if it was from the past few years. Speaking of which, theproscloset.com is a good site for these types of bikes.
10-09-20, 11:20 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,269
Posted By drewtk

Sounds like you haven’t had to buy anything bike...

Sounds like you haven’t had to buy anything bike related this year. Due to COVID19, the entire bike supply chain is affected, from bikes to bike parts. Repairs are backlogged as well because people...
10-06-20, 09:47 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,741
Posted By drewtk

If you want a racier bike, I would consider the...

If you want a racier bike, I would consider the geometry first. While an aero frame is great, the rider is the biggest source of drag, so you'll ultimately be faster on a more aggressive rider...
10-06-20, 09:27 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,223
Posted By drewtk

I bought a 2021 Cervelo around a month ago, and...

I bought a 2021 Cervelo around a month ago, and the shop had several other models of 2021 Cervelos on the floor.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-05-20, 08:40 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,925
Posted By drewtk

My first road bike was a Fuji Gran Fondo, 2013...

My first road bike was a Fuji Gran Fondo, 2013 model. Great bike. It's hard to tell from the angle of the photos, but in the first photo (the before pic), your handle bars are rotated extremely...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-05-20, 08:30 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,035
Posted By drewtk

Good job, and nice pace, especially with the...

Good job, and nice pace, especially with the elevation gain. Sounds you did it as part of a group ride? My longest ride so far is 75 miles, although regularly ride 40-70. I want to check the...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-05-20, 12:20 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,353
Posted By drewtk

I have a 2021 Cervelo S Series with Di2, and it...

I have a 2021 Cervelo S Series with Di2, and it has the aero bar with fully integrated cabling. It's a clean, nice look and *slightly* more aero. I mainly just like the look of not seeing any...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-05-20, 10:33 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,925
Posted By drewtk

What's uncomfortable about your current saddle? ...

What's uncomfortable about your current saddle? The type of saddle and saddle position is one of the hardest things to figure out IMO because it's so variable among riders.

Keep in mind that your...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-05-20, 10:28 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,925
Posted By drewtk

You're getting a bike fit, so that's a huge and...

You're getting a bike fit, so that's a huge and good first step. 28mm GP5000s is also a good choice. Wider means you can run them at a lower pressure.

Couple of things to keep in mind:
* Don't...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-28-20, 04:44 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 34,727
Posted By drewtk

Yes, I get that. I’m just saying that there are...

Yes, I get that. I’m just saying that there are endurance oriented bikes that are very aero. I question whether the OP can hold an aggressive bike position. Not saying he can’t, but he should...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-28-20, 11:31 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 9,216
Posted By drewtk

I test fitted 42mm gravel tires on my wife's 2020...

I test fitted 42mm gravel tires on my wife's 2020 Domane SL5 and they fit, but it's a mechanical 105 bike. I didn't even think about the Di2 front derailleur causing an issue.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-28-20, 11:25 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,459
Posted By drewtk

Agreed with post above about not needing a road...

Agreed with post above about not needing a road bike. I'd recommend a flat bar bike that has lots of mounting points for fenders, racks, etc.

If you really want a traditional road bike, the type...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-28-20, 10:17 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,159
Posted By drewtk

Go on Youtube and search for Park Tool's video on...

Go on Youtube and search for Park Tool's video on how to adjust the rear derailleur. It explains everything very well.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-28-20, 10:11 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 34,727
Posted By drewtk

Aero trumps weight unless you do a lot of...

Aero trumps weight unless you do a lot of extended, sharp inclined climbing, so I think the Madone is the faster bike for most situations, including for the type of riding you describe.

However,...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-23-20, 12:08 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 12,012
Posted By drewtk

That's still a great bike, and you can make it...

That's still a great bike, and you can make it even better with wider tires. Also check into latex tubes, which roll faster than butyl tubes.

As for whether 25mm+ will fit, you'll have to measure...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-23-20, 09:31 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,697
Posted By drewtk

Another benefit of the wireless module: if you...

Another benefit of the wireless module: if you have synchro shift turned on, your bike computer will beep at you if the next shift is going to change the front chain ring.

For those who don't...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-22-20, 06:38 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,121
Posted By drewtk

You can use the etube program to make sure...

You can use the etube program to make sure everything is connected properly and firmware up to date. You’ll need to plug into the main module or, if you have the wireless unit, you can connect over...
09-21-20, 06:59 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,865
Posted By drewtk

That seems like a fair deal assuming that’s the...

That seems like a fair deal assuming that’s the only blemish, but I would also want it to be the exact color I want as well. You should confirm that Trek will still honor the warranty though since...
09-21-20, 09:55 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 21,568
Posted By drewtk

If you literally have to choose between Di2 and...

If you literally have to choose between Di2 and good wheels, I would pick the wheels. But outside of that situation, give me Di2 8 days a week. Most people who criticize Di2 haven't used it, and...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-21-20, 09:48 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,795
Posted By drewtk

Good question - I should have been more specific....

Good question - I should have been more specific. Do not hang the HEDs that have a carbon fairing (thin carbon aero structure). Full carbon should be fine to hang. If one isn't sure, just squeeze...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-21-20, 09:38 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,854
Posted By drewtk

You cannot do the 1 for 1 math accurately you're...

You cannot do the 1 for 1 math accurately you're describing, short of actually measuring your current bike and actually measuring the bikes you're considering. Other measurements besides stack and...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-21-20, 09:23 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,444
Posted By drewtk

I have a Garmin 935, which also ESTIMATES VO2...

I have a Garmin 935, which also ESTIMATES VO2 max. I say estimates because that's all it's doing. I have found that its VO2 number is consistent with its own measurements, in that I see my VO2...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-21-20, 09:07 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,795
Posted By drewtk

+1 to this. If you have HED wheels, they have a...

+1 to this. If you have HED wheels, they have a thin carbon fairing that is more fragile than a traditional carbon wheel. HED says not to hang bikes by their wheels.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-21-20, 09:05 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,697
Posted By drewtk

I really doubt it, but you can call Canyon to...

I really doubt it, but you can call Canyon to confirm. I've contacted them before with questions and they were pretty helpful.

As a data point, I just bought a new Cervelo with Di2, and it didn't...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-21-20, 09:02 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,304
Posted By drewtk

Do you have a current road bike? If so, and...

Do you have a current road bike? If so, and you're comfortable with its fit, I would take measurements from that and compare it to the bikes you're considering. Even better if you can compare...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-16-20, 01:18 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,889
Posted By drewtk

I had a similar discomfort issue recently and,...

I had a similar discomfort issue recently and, like you, the padding in my shorts was worn out. It's such a gradual degradation that I didn't really notice it, but I bought a new pair of shorts and...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-16-20, 01:14 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,852
Posted By drewtk

The easy button here is putting on a larger...

The easy button here is putting on a larger compatible 8 speed cassette, assuming one is available, but you'd have to make sure the rear derailleur can accommodate the largest gear.

You could also...
09-08-20, 06:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,199
Posted By drewtk

There’s absolutely nothing wrong with aluminum. ...

There’s absolutely nothing wrong with aluminum. Carbon is a little lighter and mutes road vibration a little better, but these are subtle differences that you might only notice if you rode aluminum...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-08-20, 01:01 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 6,183
Posted By drewtk

Agreed. OP could get a pedal based power meter,...

Agreed. OP could get a pedal based power meter, which can then be moved to any other bike.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-08-20, 12:59 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,045
Posted By drewtk

+1. I just replaced the OEM wheels on a Domane...

+1. I just replaced the OEM wheels on a Domane with deep dish carbon wheels and saved more than 300 grams. I made the switch for the aero gains, but the weight savings is a nice bonus.
09-08-20, 12:55 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 937
Posted By drewtk

I wax my chains but I don't see the point in...

I wax my chains but I don't see the point in waxing the cassette. But if there's a good reason to do it, I'm all ears.
09-08-20, 12:51 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,639
Posted By drewtk

We had a travel trailer for a few years. ...

We had a travel trailer for a few years. Tremendous fun and great way to vacation. And we could bring our dogs with us.

Another idea: Install a hitch on the front of your truck and put a bike...
09-08-20, 12:43 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 9,770
Posted By drewtk

I also like that I can touch my chain without...

I also like that I can touch my chain without getting a big stain. I seemed to always have marks on my legs from the chain ring.

My wife's bike requires that you pull the chain in order to...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-08-20, 10:01 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,056
Posted By drewtk

What about the inserts? Seems unlikely but it...

What about the inserts? Seems unlikely but it would be an easy thing to test.

I have a pair of Shimano tri shoes that didn't squeak when new, then developed a constant squeak in one shoe on EVERY...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-08-20, 08:45 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,958
Posted By drewtk

Good, glad you figured it out. To recap, the...

Good, glad you figured it out. To recap, the numbers on the side of the tire provide a very general range that frankly I disregard. And definitely don't just inflate to the max number.

Use that...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-08-20, 07:43 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,529
Posted By drewtk

Wow, glad to hear it wasn't worse, but it could...

Wow, glad to hear it wasn't worse, but it could have been a lot worse. Also glad to hear you're back on the horse and riding again. I can somewhat relate because one of my other hobbies is racing...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-08-20, 07:13 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 6,183
Posted By drewtk

I have an Allez Sprint that built up from a frame...

I have an Allez Sprint that built up from a frame set with Ultegra components. Weight came out to 18.2 pounds in a size 54, before adding pedals, bottle cages, etc. Love that bike. It replaced a...
09-08-20, 06:57 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 9,770
Posted By drewtk

I wax my chains. It's a learning process the...

I wax my chains. It's a learning process the first time, and switching over a traditionally lubed chain to wax takes a little more time because you have to clean off the lube. But once you convert...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-07-20, 09:17 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 6,183
Posted By drewtk

This is spot on. I would put your body position...

This is spot on. I would put your body position as likely the #1 (https://www.bikeforums.net/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=1) way to gain speed because the rider contributes the vast...
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