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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-19-21, 05:44 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 5,801
Posted By Brauer

Of course it beneficial to jettison that load...

Of course it beneficial to jettison that load prior to riding.
1. Improves flexibility
2. Improves comfort.
2. Reduces the likelihood of having to stop to jettison the load during a ride. Damn bib...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-21-21, 01:36 PM
Replies: 223
Views: 18,326
Posted By Brauer

Diy

I've been to a LBS for mechanic service once in the past 18 years and many thousands of miles. I decided that biking was a hobby of mine and I would invest in making it work. I bought a bike stand,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-16-21, 03:34 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 7,151
Posted By Brauer

Temp for riding

I've ridden from -5 F to high temps that cause leaves on trees to crisp up and fall off, 105+. But for more comfortable training rides I prefer mid 60s to low 70s. That way the start of the ride...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-04-21, 07:31 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 7,283
Posted By Brauer

I hope this is a proper answer to your question. ...

I hope this is a proper answer to your question.

How do I drink?

I try to drink under way, before I get thirsty to maintain proper hydration.

I use the Camelbak large bottles that are nicely...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-04-20, 01:28 PM
Replies: 153
Views: 20,878
Posted By Brauer

yep. Done that on the front many times. I'm not...

yep. Done that on the front many times. I'm not so comfortable doing that on the rear while in motion. Really, I'm not that comfortable doing it on the front while in motion. The practice does reduce...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-01-20, 02:39 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 5,650
Posted By Brauer

I've built a weight weeny bike with mostly new...

I've built a weight weeny bike with mostly new parts from China, UK, USA, Taiwan Germany. 6800 grams (15 pounds), 56 cm frame, weight includes saddle, pedals, bike computer, and bottle cages, plus...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-15-19, 12:03 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 9,440
Posted By Brauer

Should I experiment with differen chain lube before picking the right one for me?

I think 63rickert is correct, and I am a wax user. Wax doesn't seem to last as long as petroleum based lubes, but when having to remove the back wheel it's so nice to not get that nasty black...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-16-19, 11:54 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 11,452
Posted By Brauer

I think you would enjoy a larger range of gears...

I think you would enjoy a larger range of gears in back. Stay away from the common 11 tooth cog. It creates too much friction with the tight turn the chain has to make. A larger front chain ring is...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-02-19, 10:10 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 13,335
Posted By Brauer

Thanks GlennR, for the best answer.

Thanks GlennR, for the best answer.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-05-19, 09:25 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 9,891
Posted By Brauer

Repair stand, shorts & tights.

A few of my best biking investments have been a folding bike work stand, and bike shorts with gel padding, plus tight s for when the temperature dips below 60. The shorts and tights make riding soooo...
Forum: Introductions
03-26-16, 08:41 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 540
Posted By Brauer

Hmmm. Maybe there is hope for me yet, So long as...

Hmmm. Maybe there is hope for me yet, So long as I keep pedaling - hard. I should set a goal for being the strongest 70 plus rider in Thurston County.
Forum: Introductions
03-26-16, 08:35 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 540
Posted By Brauer

Yes the Dura Ace Di2 is a huge portion of the...

Yes the Dura Ace Di2 is a huge portion of the budget $1992. The difference between Dura Ace and Ultegra is 264g (9.3oz.)and $834 - ouch. I have everything in a spreadsheet. The advertised weights...
Forum: Introductions
03-25-16, 12:30 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 540
Posted By Brauer

Hey There

I'm an older guy, and retired too, 57. Basically never take my bikes to a shop, I'm a DIY guy. I've been riding since I was 5 and have never stopped. Rides on my own, up to 100 miles when I was 14 on...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-24-16, 09:47 PM
Replies: 219
Views: 40,229
Posted By Brauer

WCB-R-066 frame size

I feel fortunate to have found the thread on building a bike with the WCB-066 frame. I am also considering buying that frame, aiming at sub 15 pounds, possibly with the Dura Ace Di2 goupset. but I'm...
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