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Forum: Road Cycling
08-29-12, 12:01 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,159
Posted By bjamis75

I had one of those years ago. It works but tends...

I had one of those years ago. It works but tends to tear up the casing around the bead. Not worth it IMO. Once I started using Kevlar beaded tires it is just too easy to remove and install without...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-23-12, 12:26 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 3,643
Posted By bjamis75

+1 for the blinky rear flasher. Get their...

+1 for the blinky rear flasher. Get their attention well before they catch up to you on a blind curve. This is especially important now that half the dumbasses out there seem to be texting while...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-22-12, 03:41 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,617
Posted By bjamis75

Your elbows are too long for those bars.

Your elbows are too long for those bars.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-18-12, 08:40 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,034
Posted By bjamis75

The only logical solution. ...

The only logical solution.
http://www.backupbarz.com
Forum: Road Cycling
08-16-12, 06:16 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 3,267
Posted By bjamis75

Not clean they can't.

Not clean they can't.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-16-12, 05:58 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,870
Posted By bjamis75

23s on the wider rim round out the profile...

23s on the wider rim round out the profile nicely. However, Bontrager is German for "crap" so the new Gatorskins are an upgrade. But when they wear out replace them with 23s.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-13-12, 11:24 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 4,410
Posted By bjamis75

Most LBS around here steer you torwards the item...

Most LBS around here steer you torwards the item with the highest $ tag or something they are trying to unload.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-09-12, 07:45 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,014
Posted By bjamis75

53 teeth is 53 teeth, doesn't change with crank...

53 teeth is 53 teeth, doesn't change with crank length.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-05-12, 01:20 PM
Replies: 270
Views: 17,569
Posted By bjamis75

265617

265617
Forum: Road Cycling
07-19-12, 07:19 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 3,393
Posted By bjamis75

I wouldn't pay 350 for that. It's not a bad bike...

I wouldn't pay 350 for that. It's not a bad bike but you can get something much better for the money. If you have no ambitions to ride anywhere but around town then it would be fine. But I wouldn't...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-15-12, 04:35 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 837
Posted By bjamis75

Mount your tires properly. Top off the pressure...

Mount your tires properly. Top off the pressure before every ride. Sweep your tires after riding through glass or you hear/feel debris stuck to the tire. I've retired worn tires without a flat this...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-09-12, 09:12 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,347
Posted By bjamis75

X1s and X2s take almost no force to unclip, it's...

X1s and X2s take almost no force to unclip, it's just rotation. Not sure if the Light Action are the same in that regard.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-09-12, 09:09 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,998
Posted By bjamis75

Cateye Strada Wireless is pretty much the...

Cateye Strada Wireless is pretty much the standard. Bombproof and no need to charge, just switch the batteries once a year. No need to spend more unless you want cadence/HR/GPS.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-12-12, 10:34 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,108
Posted By bjamis75

This. A bike that doesn't fit you with Dura-Ace...

This. A bike that doesn't fit you with Dura-Ace components is a pile of ****. Sora will suit you fine, but most important buy a bike that fits. If they try to fit you on a 2011 and start bringing out...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-10-12, 08:11 PM
Replies: 221
Views: 17,784
Posted By bjamis75

I've never bought anything from Bontrager that...

I've never bought anything from Bontrager that wasn't a pile of crap.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-08-12, 07:18 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,455
Posted By bjamis75

A lot of people (who don't like Speedplay) say...

A lot of people (who don't like Speedplay) say this, but it's absolutely untrue. The cleat supports the shoe and is comparably large. Mud does cause issues but is easily cleared with a spray of water...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-05-12, 11:39 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,684
Posted By bjamis75

Save up 600 then go shopping. You will be pissed...

Save up 600 then go shopping. You will be pissed you wasted your money on a 300 wheelset if you buy now.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-04-12, 08:00 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 467
Posted By bjamis75

Nothing wrong with that bike or bikes direct....

Nothing wrong with that bike or bikes direct. SRAM Apex is a nice group. Lots of options on bikesdirect around that $ range. Best bike for you depends on your goals.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-01-12, 09:27 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,234
Posted By bjamis75

You claim your Roubaix will be faster with this...

You claim your Roubaix will be faster with this upgrade. It won't. You don't get big muscles by buying a membership to a better gym. Nothing wrong with buying a second bike, but stop kidding yourself...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-01-12, 08:09 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,234
Posted By bjamis75

It's hard to take you seriously when you keep...

It's hard to take you seriously when you keep saying things like this.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-30-12, 07:43 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,007
Posted By bjamis75

I'll tell you what I'd do, man: two chicks at the...

I'll tell you what I'd do, man: two chicks at the same time, man.

Just like Lawrence
Forum: Road Cycling
03-30-12, 07:24 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 8,340
Posted By bjamis75

Novatec Anti Bite Guard

About to place an order for the November FSW 23 wheelset. An option for the Novatec hubs is the anti bite guard. Is this an admission by Novatec that the standard freehub is very soft or is the guard...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-30-12, 03:43 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,538
Posted By bjamis75

Find a new LBS. Sounds like the "fitter" doesn't...

Find a new LBS. Sounds like the "fitter" doesn't know what he is doing.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-30-12, 11:36 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,538
Posted By bjamis75

I doubt OP needs custom geometry, very few people...

I doubt OP needs custom geometry, very few people do. Sounds like he's just on too large of a frame. If he had a truly long torso he wouldn't have the seat forward and short reach stem.

OP, if you...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-30-12, 08:21 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,538
Posted By bjamis75

You can race on an Allez. Saddle forward,...

You can race on an Allez.

Saddle forward, little drop and only 90mm stem? Frame sounds too large.

Although it seems to be a common theme lately, the bike doesn't make you faster. Ride more,...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-29-12, 02:35 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 12,913
Posted By bjamis75

I have found no difference between the Oakleys I...

I have found no difference between the Oakleys I used to buy and my most recent pair of Tifosi, except price.

http://www.tifosioptics.com/
Forum: Road Cycling
03-29-12, 07:59 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,607
Posted By bjamis75

It wasn't the bike, but you know that. That many...

It wasn't the bike, but you know that. That many spacers and a riser stem? Looks like she should have gone up a size, maybe it's just the pic. Congrats on the new bike.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-28-12, 06:59 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,486
Posted By bjamis75

If it fits you and is in good working order...

If it fits you and is in good working order that's not a bad deal. I'd offer 300 since he doesn't sound firm on price.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-21-12, 01:08 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 24,987
Posted By bjamis75

Fill the tires with helium to relieve a bit of...

Fill the tires with helium to relieve a bit of the weight while hanging
Forum: Road Cycling
03-21-12, 08:43 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 9,148
Posted By bjamis75

Bikes aren't fast. Gilbert could drop you on a...

Bikes aren't fast. Gilbert could drop you on a Walmart mountain bike. Some incorrectly assume lighter/more expensive = faster.

You can't buy "faster".

Tip - riding with fast people makes you...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-18-12, 06:44 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 8,104
Posted By bjamis75

Bonktown.com when they run them can be crazy cheap

Bonktown.com when they run them can be crazy cheap
Forum: Road Cycling
03-18-12, 06:22 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,621
Posted By bjamis75

Anything Lezyne or Silca. My Silca track pump...

Anything Lezyne or Silca. My Silca track pump just crapped out after 18yrs, but is completely rebuildable after I order the parts.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-16-12, 07:30 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,762
Posted By bjamis75

Around here you expect such things on the MUPs....

Around here you expect such things on the MUPs. You see a dog/kid/inline skater you slow way down and expect their carelessness. Glad you made it through unscathed, hope the dogs weren't injured...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-09-12, 05:55 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 4,371
Posted By bjamis75

Nothing to do with fear. Are black people afraid...

Nothing to do with fear. Are black people afraid to play hockey?
Forum: Road Cycling
03-02-12, 07:39 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 7,358
Posted By bjamis75

My 63cm road bike fits in the back of my MINI...

My 63cm road bike fits in the back of my MINI Cooper, I don't think you'll have a problem.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-26-12, 08:31 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,272
Posted By bjamis75

GP4000s in 23 are really 25s. I'd imagine their...

GP4000s in 23 are really 25s. I'd imagine their 20 isn't really a 20 but closer to 23.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-11-11, 06:15 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,148
Posted By bjamis75

Save your money, you don't ride enough to need a...

Save your money, you don't ride enough to need a second bike. Ride the bike you have...more
Forum: Road Cycling
09-30-11, 01:57 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,525
Posted By bjamis75

A gutter mounted Yakima/Thule can be stolen in...

A gutter mounted Yakima/Thule can be stolen in less than a minute. If you have ever installed one I'm sure you've notice how many flaws there are in the design.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-25-11, 06:12 PM
Replies: 137
Views: 11,395
Posted By bjamis75

It's the diet, not anything to do with strength...

It's the diet, not anything to do with strength of core or lack of core exercise. You don't trim fat in a certain area of the body by exercising that same area (though any exercise helps). Your face...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-06-11, 03:27 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 8,353
Posted By bjamis75

The GP4000s 23s look an awful lot like 25s to me....

The GP4000s 23s look an awful lot like 25s to me. Also, 25s are no less puncture prone than 23s in my experience. I would think lower pressure equals greater deformation of the tire on impact leading...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-05-11, 06:08 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 856
Posted By bjamis75

Lugs are beautiful, head badge not so much.

Lugs are beautiful, head badge not so much.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-25-11, 08:15 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,016
Posted By bjamis75

Takes two weeks for my butt to "wear in" if I...

Takes two weeks for my butt to "wear in" if I haven't ridden in a while, you'll get there. Pearl Izumi Elite Shorts have a great pad, fit good, look good, wear well, and a fair price (60ish).
Forum: Road Cycling
08-24-11, 12:26 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,093
Posted By bjamis75

The issue is not the method used to weld the...

The issue is not the method used to weld the aluminum. It is that aluminum frames are heat treated after welding to strengthen them. Welding a cracked frame at a later point, from what I understand,...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-24-11, 10:52 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,166
Posted By bjamis75

First rule of Bonktown: You do not talk about...

First rule of Bonktown: You do not talk about Bonktown

Urban, when you finish your checkout you get a little 5? minute timer where you can elect to have them hold your item to ship with future...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-24-11, 10:28 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,093
Posted By bjamis75

Doesn't welding a heat treated aluminum frame...

Doesn't welding a heat treated aluminum frame weaken it significantly? That's what I've always been told. Wouldn't want to be riding around on a frame with a compromised head tube.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-22-11, 08:55 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,490
Posted By bjamis75

I don't think this situation was what was in mind...

I don't think this situation was what was in mind when they determined the appropriate length of the sock. Glad you're ok.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-11-11, 07:44 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 3,354
Posted By bjamis75

I'm not impressed that an old man can go 24mph...

I'm not impressed that an old man can go 24mph downhill
Forum: Road Cycling
08-10-11, 08:44 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,070
Posted By bjamis75

Justin?

Justin?
Forum: Road Cycling
08-09-11, 08:28 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 3,405
Posted By bjamis75

You can do it. Don't push it for the first half,...

You can do it. Don't push it for the first half, you'll need that energy later on. Eat well at the stops but don't linger. Drink plenty. Put in some long miles this weekend. Congrats on contributing...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-02-11, 08:29 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,489
Posted By bjamis75

You don't really need to worry about quality at...

You don't really need to worry about quality at that price point. Take each for a long ride and buy the one that feels the best. Service the bike at the LBS you like most. Doesn't need to be...
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