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Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
08-08-21, 02:40 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,043
Posted By Not the Slowest

Looking for Illuminated Lap counter for Velodrome

Hey all.
Looking to purchase an illuminated Lap counter for my local velodrome. Figuring 1 sided that can be mounted to a tripod or similar. Maybe go 3 sided but thinking 1 sided at the moment.
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-03-19, 10:44 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,198
Posted By Not the Slowest

Thanks

Thanks, Noted
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-02-19, 08:40 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,198
Posted By Not the Slowest

I think I have the correct one to use, thanks

I think I have the correct one to use, thanks
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-02-19, 10:04 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,198
Posted By Not the Slowest

Thanks, I"m Campy 10 Shifters - Campy RD with...

Thanks,
I"m Campy 10 Shifters - Campy RD with Shimano 10 speed hub. Looks like the Version #1 (https://www.bikeforums.net/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=1) will do it.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-02-19, 09:26 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,198
Posted By Not the Slowest

Jtek ShiftMate - Good or not so?

I have been running Campy 10 speed with wheels conversion cassette onto a Shimano 10 speed hub and I have many of these wheels.
As time marches on the Conversion cassettes for 10 speed are getting...
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
05-07-18, 10:19 AM
Replies: 5,944
Views: 780,782
Posted By Not the Slowest

Thanks, Unsure which crank as I"ll be locking it...

Thanks, Unsure which crank as I"ll be locking it up on the street,
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
05-07-18, 05:55 AM
Replies: 5,944
Views: 780,782
Posted By Not the Slowest

Bottom Bracket, Which One?

Hello all,

Picked up a nice lil 2006 Raleigh Rush Hour to use for my commuting. The bike comes with a Tuvativ Touro crank and 130BCD chain ring and uses a Tuvativ 68 x 108 power spline
BB. I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-11-18, 05:53 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,464
Posted By Not the Slowest

Thanks

The JTEK will be installed by an LBS, I have the installation sheet.
As far as the Ambrosio conversion cassette they are impossible to find also now.
Tried ebay for that and the manufacturer, my...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-11-18, 05:38 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,464
Posted By Not the Slowest

Hmmm

Food for thought but that's a bit large for the moment.

thanks
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-11-18, 04:44 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,464
Posted By Not the Slowest

Thanks

Thanks,
I've done pretty well with tweaking my ultegra cassette but getting a bit of a hassle at times.
I have heard that the Jteks are a good option but also need tweaking from time to time....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-11-18, 01:18 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,464
Posted By Not the Slowest

Campy - Shimano 10 Speed Coversion Adapters

Okay this has been discussed but wanted a confirmation on my thoughts.

I have a 10 Campy set-up and am using Shimano 10 speed cassettes and it works pretty well but not always perfect.
The reason...
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
05-26-17, 12:39 PM
Replies: 183
Views: 102,039
Posted By Not the Slowest

Noted

Thanks alot for the thought.
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
05-26-17, 09:15 AM
Replies: 183
Views: 102,039
Posted By Not the Slowest

I have an Izumi Eco chain and wanted to know if I...

I have an Izumi Eco chain and wanted to know if I could use a KMC or similar quick connector link on the chain vs the standard pin so I could remove it and swap with another length chain.

Not sure...
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
05-17-17, 06:58 PM
Replies: 5,944
Views: 780,782
Posted By Not the Slowest

That is exactly my point here.

That is exactly my point here.
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
05-17-17, 03:43 PM
Replies: 5,944
Views: 780,782
Posted By Not the Slowest

I would agree if the points races were more than...

I would agree if the points races were more than 9 laps. At my 400(Kissena) weeknight CAT 5 point-a-lap go about 6 laps and Points race go 9 laps MAX. The 1/2/3's go a few longer. Of course as days...
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
05-17-17, 02:31 PM
Replies: 5,944
Views: 780,782
Posted By Not the Slowest

I"m not so sure on a 400m track you would lap the...

I"m not so sure on a 400m track you would lap the field. It may happen but the odds are much better on on longer races with shorter tracks.
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
05-17-17, 12:21 PM
Replies: 5,944
Views: 780,782
Posted By Not the Slowest

I suggest sticking with what you are using and...

I suggest sticking with what you are using and spin spin spin. You will soon be upgraded to Cat 4 and things may change in competition quality. As stated it's good to test out different gearing based...
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
11-09-16, 09:42 AM
Replies: 3,232
Views: 263,913
Posted By Not the Slowest

My new bike is an Affinity Kissena, so it's not...

My new bike is an Affinity Kissena, so it's not on the light side, nor am I.
However, the truth is I have been using a stock bar from my Felt TK3 which is an aluminum ( i think) bar. I do feel...
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
11-08-16, 07:29 PM
Replies: 3,232
Views: 263,913
Posted By Not the Slowest

Got it. Well at Kissena where I do 80% of my...

Got it. Well at Kissena where I do 80% of my rides, B-U-M-P is the word. So alum will be the choice.

Thanks for your insight.
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
11-08-16, 07:09 PM
Replies: 3,232
Views: 263,913
Posted By Not the Slowest

Nice. I assume even the Chro-moly NJS stamped...

Nice. I assume even the Chro-moly NJS stamped bars are to be avoided?
I was thinking of the B123's simply because the drop would be similar . However as you stated i'll get more comfy after a few...
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
11-08-16, 07:00 PM
Replies: 3,232
Views: 263,913
Posted By Not the Slowest

Big thanks. Most of my teammates are pushing...

Big thanks.

Most of my teammates are pushing for me to use/buy Scattos, but I'm on a budget at the moment.
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
11-08-16, 05:35 PM
Replies: 3,232
Views: 263,913
Posted By Not the Slowest

Spacer for Nitto Handlebars, Yes, No, Depends?

Hi Carleton,

With time on my hand this Fall/winter I am playing around with a new bike frame and fit.
My handlebars are the component that I am unsure about.
For the moment I am looking at some...
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
09-03-16, 07:19 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,194
Posted By Not the Slowest

Noted

:)
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
09-02-16, 04:27 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,194
Posted By Not the Slowest

NJS Alum bars vs NJS Steel, new or used

What about Nitto NJS B125 Aluminum bars vs Steel?
Is there a flex issue? I was thinking of playing with them for a fit and see how they feel project.
before I laid out money on Scattos.
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
08-25-16, 11:48 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,194
Posted By Not the Slowest

Question on bars

What is your thought on use nitto bars with shims while using a OS stem?
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
08-24-16, 09:10 PM
Replies: 411
Views: 184,890
Posted By Not the Slowest

Hey all, Products improve or sometimes go the...

Hey all,
Products improve or sometimes go the opposite so here is my Tire question just so my info is current.

I'm racing on asphalt(Kissena) and at times concrete (T-town). Figuring that soon...
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
08-15-16, 10:09 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,443
Posted By Not the Slowest

Noted, I'm still a work in progress. Bars are not...

Noted, I'm still a work in progress. Bars are not a must for today as I still have lots to improve on my start gaining max power. FYI my 2K TT event was "fine" but will get fitted at some point as I...
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
08-15-16, 08:08 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,443
Posted By Not the Slowest

Observations at Master Nationals 2016, my 1st

After a wet and semi-successful week at my 1st Master Nationals I have finally gotten a moment to reflect and dry off.

I train and race at Kissena and also have spent some quality time at T-town...
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
08-07-16, 06:45 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,797
Posted By Not the Slowest

Yup, I'm still at the beginning stages in my...

Yup, I'm still at the beginning stages in my set-up but will work on this after Nats. Of course why after? The 2k is part of the experience and I'm better not focusing on it more than I have to. By...
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
08-06-16, 09:00 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,797
Posted By Not the Slowest

Update and my apologies to all who have tried to...

Update and my apologies to all who have tried to help me.
First off I made a last minute decision to go to Master Nats and so was side tracked with several things.
So here is what has happened to...
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
07-21-16, 10:50 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,797
Posted By Not the Slowest

Can't get the pictures done tonight. The stem I...

Can't get the pictures done tonight. The stem I am using is the same sizing and angle 100 +/- 7 degree.
FYI I will be using this at some point on my Kissena, but we'll deal with that at another time.
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
07-21-16, 04:16 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,797
Posted By Not the Slowest

Understood, it is my steering here. I do feel...

Understood, it is my steering here. I do feel comfortable at this moment on the bike.
I hope to get pictures tonight if my Mrs. comes home early.
The stem is 100 at +7. A fix can be slamming the...
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
07-21-16, 12:25 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,797
Posted By Not the Slowest

I am sure it's practice practice practice and a...

I am sure it's practice practice practice and a proper fitting.
As far as a fitting, I will have to do that after the season as my new
frame came in 3 months late and when I fit that up I'll do...
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
07-21-16, 10:24 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,680
Posted By Not the Slowest

Black Line Sprinting Strap

I ordered one and sadly it did not fit my feet.
I wear a 47 and it was about a FULL 2-3" to velcro close.
In fact I lent them to a racer at our track and I think he wears a 43/44 and they barely...
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
07-21-16, 09:42 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,797
Posted By Not the Slowest

So all seemed to be getting there and I did a few...

So all seemed to be getting there and I did a few 2k's here at Kissena.
Took the bike to Ttown for a timed 2k, that went well if I was biking under the influence.

My start was good and into the...
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
07-21-16, 08:55 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,383
Posted By Not the Slowest

Hmm

Answers are all great.
This was so simple when I bought a complete bike. I road it and raced it and as a newbie I had fun. I broke the saddle in and that was my only issue.

I have time to find...
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
07-20-16, 10:07 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,383
Posted By Not the Slowest

Nittos

In regard to the Nittos. Do I stick with Steel or the NJS aproved which may be Aluminum.

Also any issues with a shim to for use in an OS Stem?

Thanks
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
07-20-16, 07:58 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,383
Posted By Not the Slowest

New Handlebar Assistance

After 3 years of riding my Felt TK3 with the original bars that are listed as 39 wide, (c-c is my guess) No name Felt item and flexy.

I figured that now would be a good time to purchase new and...
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
06-24-16, 04:51 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,797
Posted By Not the Slowest

Ha

Maybe Sunday night here in USA.
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
06-23-16, 05:09 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,797
Posted By Not the Slowest

Shims yes and no

The skis came with shims but due to the taper that was not working I beleive as the bars were shiny and the ski clamps were slipping or maybe there was simply not enough area before it tapered off. I...
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
06-23-16, 10:15 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,797
Posted By Not the Slowest

Okay, I ran intio a problem so need a lil more...

Okay, I ran intio a problem so need a lil more help.
Bought some profile T1 bars and a "simple" pursuit bar to get my feel for the positioning.
The bar I bought has a 26cm stem area and the skis...
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
06-05-16, 06:39 PM
Replies: 3,232
Views: 263,913
Posted By Not the Slowest

As stated there are a number of things that can...

As stated there are a number of things that can still be done. As a side note, get the trainer issue resolved. Sounds like the trainer you have will not lock your track/or road bike properly. In...
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
06-04-16, 08:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 17,244
Posted By Not the Slowest

The Ovals are 980 carbon tubular track

The Ovals are 980 carbon tubular track
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
06-03-16, 05:07 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,797
Posted By Not the Slowest

Maybe. I am working with a Track Coach so I am in...

Maybe. I am working with a Track Coach so I am in touch on the subject. On the plus side there is about 9 weeks until Masters Nats so I will continue training and do what I can. To quote Popeye "I...
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
06-03-16, 01:45 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,797
Posted By Not the Slowest

Fantastic and spot on. My first thought in...

Fantastic and spot on.

My first thought in regard to using them was "Will I be comfortable". I'm not so sure I will be flexible as I may need and thus why this is a test.

So the point that you...
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
06-03-16, 01:38 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 17,244
Posted By Not the Slowest

I'll find out the model, but just wanted some...

I'll find out the model, but just wanted some general info.
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
06-03-16, 01:22 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 17,244
Posted By Not the Slowest

Oval Concepts Wheels, are they any good?

I saw a set of deep Oval Concept Tubular Wheels, perhaps 80-90mm for sale locally.
Somehow I can't find anything about them except they were/are a Fuji House brand.

Perhaps using the front for my...
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
06-03-16, 01:14 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,797
Posted By Not the Slowest

I'm Doing a 2K Pursuit and perhaps a Team effort....

I'm Doing a 2K Pursuit and perhaps a Team effort. So the deeper drop on the horns may not be all that crucial as say a Kilo.
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