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Forum: Road Cycling
11-12-20, 06:42 PM
Replies: 154
Views: 18,585
Posted By lesterburnham

Del Puerto canyon road in NorCal/Patterson CA....

Del Puerto canyon road in NorCal/Patterson CA. It's the eastern route up to Mt. Hamilton by San Jose. First time didn't make to the top before turning around, didn't know I was a 1000 yds shy of the...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-26-20, 05:09 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 9,526
Posted By lesterburnham

Descending a windy hill, a very long hill, not...

Descending a windy hill, a very long hill, not knowing what was behind me. Sustained speed was such that I could not hug the shoulder and take my eyes off the road. Wind noise was incredibly loud as...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-26-20, 04:37 PM
Replies: 340
Views: 30,935
Posted By lesterburnham

Does anyone here own a car w/ a DCT? Primarily a...

Does anyone here own a car w/ a DCT? Primarily a Porsche w/ PDK(Duraace) or VW w/ DSG(105)? A lot of valid points being discussed here - sounds similar the arguments(ahem discussions) on car boards...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-20-20, 05:41 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 6,629
Posted By lesterburnham

40mph white knuckling it. Only because others...

40mph white knuckling it. Only because others were there passing me, indicating higher speeds were doable. If it was by myself, I'm certain I'd be riding the brakes. I've always said I'd rather climb...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-24-20, 03:29 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 16,596
Posted By lesterburnham

Both of my hands are permanently scarred from...

Both of my hands are permanently scarred from road rash I got when I was hit by a truck. I'm fairly certain had I worn gloves that day, the injuries to my hands would have been less severe. No broken...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-14-20, 10:03 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 19,562
Posted By lesterburnham

I had something similar circa '74, 4 yr. old me...

I had something similar circa '74, 4 yr. old me cried my eyes out until I ran out of tears. The fenders just about killed me, I thought it was a girls bike. Fast forward a couple years later, I...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-14-20, 10:40 AM
Replies: 167
Views: 18,619
Posted By lesterburnham

and look fast and expensive. I used to waste...

and look fast and expensive.

I used to waste tons of money on go fast car parts to pretend I had a race car. Now I'm older and wiser, I waste it on bike stuff. Plus my wife can't tell when I bring...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-13-20, 12:21 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,785
Posted By lesterburnham

I bought 2 pairs of Specialized SL shorts on...

I bought 2 pairs of Specialized SL shorts on clearance a while back. Retailed new for $165, I think I paid $65 for them. Compared to PI elite, they were leaps and bounds better. Paying for PI elite...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-09-20, 08:17 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 7,591
Posted By lesterburnham

Does anyone want to know what a 3 million dollar...

Does anyone want to know what a 3 million dollar (pre-negotiated) hospital bill/'s paid for? Hit & run, I was in ICU for 8 months, 6 months in a rehab hospital. Had a colostomy reversal performed...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-08-20, 06:29 PM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,418,360
Posted By lesterburnham

'18 Domane SL 5. I didn't care for the Domane...

'18 Domane SL 5. I didn't care for the Domane very much when this frame came out. Fast forward to now, I think it gorgeous. 58cm frame w/ Williams 58's. Wheels are from my Felt IA I recently sold,...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-22-20, 05:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 796
Posted By lesterburnham

Bicycle Blue Book is another good source. I...

Bicycle Blue Book is another good source.

I recently used Bike Flights after selling my tri bike on a public FB group. After several tire kickers and no shows, an out of area buyer sent me money...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-09-20, 02:05 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 13,454
Posted By lesterburnham

My thoughts on buying a used bike. If I'm going...

My thoughts on buying a used bike. If I'm going to buy an expensive used bike, I will insist on getting a pre-purchase inspection performed at the LBS as part of the deal. I've read too many horror...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-17-20, 05:09 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 7,121
Posted By lesterburnham

A few folks I ride with use a generic product...

A few folks I ride with use a generic product similar to Windblox (look it up - I can't post URL's)
I haven't used it but feedback seems positive.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-30-19, 01:59 PM
Replies: 129
Views: 20,956
Posted By lesterburnham

I have no clue on how to inspect CF for cracks...

I have no clue on how to inspect CF for cracks other than visually. Can you use a dye penetrate? I worked in the power industry and all metal fab/welding was thoroughly inspected using many methods....
Forum: Road Cycling
04-11-19, 03:18 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,146
Posted By lesterburnham

With hit and run convictions so low, a camera is...

With hit and run convictions so low, a camera is one of the few items that actually help. It’s not going to add to your physical safety, but will give you more in return should you ever need one. I...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-11-19, 02:39 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 12,113
Posted By lesterburnham

I had an SL4. While I too thought it was fugly,...

I had an SL4. While I too thought it was fugly, it was a wonderful bike to ride. I thought I would never buy another brand new bike, but this one has me second guessing that notion. From what I've...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-29-19, 12:49 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,468
Posted By lesterburnham

I have small moons orbiting my big head. The Giro...

I have small moons orbiting my big head. The Giro Savant MIPS fits my dome nicely. I think it goes up to 64cm. I actually think it’s bigger, I can wear a thick beanie under it comfortably.

Check...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-15-17, 10:35 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,122
Posted By lesterburnham

I'm in the sz 8 club, Savant fits well. Has...

I'm in the sz 8 club, Savant fits well. Has plenty of room for a thick beanie if the need ever arises.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-08-17, 03:57 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,195
Posted By lesterburnham

I just went through this. Paid $80 for a cheapo...

I just went through this. Paid $80 for a cheapo wheel and 105 cassette after coupons and discounts at PB. Kept getting flats after trainer use. Would find it flat the next day and couldn't find the...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-11-17, 11:47 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,142
Posted By lesterburnham

I'm in the same boat, my old Spec shoes are 46....

I'm in the same boat, my old Spec shoes are 46. Just tried to replace them w/ new Experts and no go, to narrow. Tried 46.5, still to tight. I want to give 47's a chance before I write them off. I did...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-21-16, 11:40 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,024
Posted By lesterburnham

SRAM Rival Carbon Shifters Question

I have a '14 Specialized Roubaix Elite that I want to upgrade the shifter/brake levers on. Bought it new a year ago, it's treated me well. The only gripe I have is the rattling shifters/brake levers....
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