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Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-29-17, 10:36 PM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 380,415
Posted By ColdCase

I have 1500+ miles on my comp without bearing or...

I have 1500+ miles on my comp without bearing or other issues. The only problem I've had is its reluctant to go back into the garage after a ride. It just wants to ride and ride :)
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
11-06-16, 09:09 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 11,059
Posted By ColdCase

Yes, but subjective. You would probably get...

Yes, but subjective. You would probably get significantly more enjoyment out of the lighter frame models, along with the components that come with those models. 2 chain rings vs 3 make a significant...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-03-16, 11:21 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 25,756
Posted By ColdCase

The OEM triggers work very well on slippery...

The OEM triggers work very well on slippery terrain. They have some disadvantages in very high speed turns and rolling resistance, but those kinds of tires have slippery condition disadvantages. You...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-28-16, 08:46 AM
Replies: 1,795
Views: 749,797
Posted By ColdCase

Nice bike, I was looking at one the other day,...

Nice bike, I was looking at one the other day, 2016 on sale for $1100.... good thing all the sales guys were busy. I hate asking the spouse for forgiveness for these impulse purchases. :)
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-26-16, 07:50 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,899
Posted By ColdCase

I've ridden with a mirrycle mirror but have moved...

I've ridden with a mirrycle mirror but have moved on to a "Bike Peddler Take A Look Cycling Eyeglass Mirror". A better solution for me. I get a much wider, more useful, more stabile rear view with...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-22-16, 07:55 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 9,765
Posted By ColdCase

The X1 has a 40 front ring with a 11-42 rear...

The X1 has a 40 front ring with a 11-42 rear cassette if anyone is curious.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-18-16, 06:00 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 9,765
Posted By ColdCase

"The drivetrain specs on my bike is Tiagra front...

"The drivetrain specs on my bike is Tiagra front and back. The crankset is FSA Omega (50/34) and the cassette is Shimano Tiagra (10-speed, 12-30)." Thats high speed road gearing.

For hill...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-11-16, 07:02 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,194
Posted By ColdCase

After two sprained fingers, scrapes, bruises (ego...

After two sprained fingers, scrapes, bruises (ego included), bent components in 400 miles, I switched to flat pedals with traction pins and have never had another incident in 1000 miles. Much...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-30-16, 05:22 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 12,027
Posted By ColdCase

Thank for the comparisons. While you were out...

Thank for the comparisons. While you were out hitting bumps, did you by any chance to hit many, oh, 1 inch high tree roots or curbs at 15+mph on the sirrus?
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-09-16, 06:10 PM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 380,415
Posted By ColdCase

The bike is not for everyone, but its about a...

The bike is not for everyone, but its about a perfect compromise for me. I see you are relatively uninformed about how well these bikes do just about everything. I don't think you know what you are...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-05-16, 10:39 PM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 380,415
Posted By ColdCase

With enough weigh bearing down on it, just about...

With enough weigh bearing down on it, just about anything can compress :)

Lighter riders may have a slightly different opinion, where they can adjust the preload to suit their weight and style,...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-04-16, 03:15 PM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 380,415
Posted By ColdCase

I dunno, kind of like the idea of automated fork...

I dunno, kind of like the idea of automated fork lock out, suits 95% my riding style, maybe all of it.

Any reviews out there on how the fork actually works on the street?
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-30-16, 06:19 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,509
Posted By ColdCase

There are different quality disks as there is...

There are different quality disks as there is different quality caliper. We put over 2000 miles on our Shimano equipped hydraulic disc and never had to touch them. They are much easier to modulate,...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-22-16, 10:07 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,299
Posted By ColdCase

My buddy has a carbon fork and compared to my...

My buddy has a carbon fork and compared to my crosstrail it doesn't handle bumps cause by tree roots pushing up through the asphalt nearly as well as the steel sprung fork. Some of the older rail...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-19-16, 03:31 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,199
Posted By ColdCase

Just to mention, one brand's small is another's...

Just to mention, one brand's small is another's x-small. A "small" frame in one bike is not the same as another similar bike in another brand. For example a Specialized small usually lines up with a...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-17-16, 05:04 PM
Replies: 3,982
Views: 649,599
Posted By ColdCase

The causeway is completely repaired and the bike...

The causeway is completely repaired and the bike ferry fully operational. There are just a couple rougher spots on the trail leading to it but not really an issue. I road the entire length (except...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-17-16, 03:35 PM
Replies: 3,982
Views: 649,599
Posted By ColdCase

I road the Lamoille River and Island Line Trails...

I road the Lamoille River and Island Line Trails in Vermont last week. A little over 50 miles overall.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-17-16, 03:19 PM
Replies: 125
Views: 46,279
Posted By ColdCase

Seems to be some rider variations as both my...

Seems to be some rider variations as both my neighbor and I can maintain a 1-2 mph higher speed on my Crosstrail than his Fast Road. It may be more about the tires and weight, however. Then its much...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-15-16, 07:02 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,657
Posted By ColdCase

I was just thinking the same thing, why focus on...

I was just thinking the same thing, why focus on gear "5" on both bikes. The same final drive ratio on one bike may be labeled "4", the other "6". Do you have a speedometer and check if you are...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-14-16, 03:23 PM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 380,415
Posted By ColdCase

If you are looking at alternatives, I've been...

If you are looking at alternatives, I've been running Schwalbe Marathon Almotion OneStar 28" 40-622 Reflex with their AV 17 tube for about 900 miles now. They were less than $100 from a German...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-13-16, 11:05 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,327
Posted By ColdCase

Its not so much performance in terms of speed,...

Its not so much performance in terms of speed, its more to do with riding enjoyment in my case, but then I'm a technocrat. I found significant riding satisfaction difference between a $700...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-12-16, 08:53 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,327
Posted By ColdCase

The best bank for your buck is the one that feels...

The best bank for your buck is the one that feels best to you, one that you just enjoy riding and want to get out on the trail at every opportunity. So thats subjective, test ride them all in your...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-12-16, 07:02 PM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 380,415
Posted By ColdCase

I know some of you put 1000 miles a month on a...

I know some of you put 1000 miles a month on a bike, but I just turned over 1000 miles in the year I've owned my Crosstrail Comp Disc. I ride mostly rail trails in my spare time for pleasure, maybe...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-19-16, 07:51 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,240
Posted By ColdCase

I'm 30lbs over and my engine is weak, a couple...

I'm 30lbs over and my engine is weak, a couple pounds in bike weight made a huge riding pleasure difference to me. But its subjective.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-19-16, 07:48 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,240
Posted By ColdCase

No, the bike weight had more of an effect in this...

No, the bike weight had more of an effect in this case. The tires, installed after a month or so, are also lighter than the OEM, so there's that weight thing again. The low rolling resistance tire...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-15-16, 07:08 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,240
Posted By ColdCase

I have to disagree a little. I think ride...

I have to disagree a little. I think ride satisfaction is subjective but most riders will notice a big difference. Judging by my 20 or so casual riding friends of all sizes, they all love to ride my...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-11-16, 08:52 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,240
Posted By ColdCase

Its like a sporty car vs luxury boaty car. The...

Its like a sporty car vs luxury boaty car. The light weight handles better and is much easier to ride. Because it rides easier, you ride longer and with more pleasure, but not everyone cares. Very...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-11-16, 08:43 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,409
Posted By ColdCase

I broke a finger riding Saints, they were never...

I broke a finger riding Saints, they were never in the right position on the trails. I switched to pin type race affects, but thats more money than the OP wants to spend. But then they are much...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-06-16, 03:45 PM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 380,415
Posted By ColdCase

Yeah, I accidentally dripped a bit of chain lube...

Yeah, I accidentally dripped a bit of chain lube or perhaps cleaner on my rear brake disk and it became noisy. I cleaned it up a bit with brake cleaner which helped quite a bit and the rest...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-29-16, 07:46 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,751
Posted By ColdCase

After struggling with shimano dual pedals for...

After struggling with shimano dual pedals for months, they were rarely in the right orientation, I swithed to Race Face Aeffect platforms with the smaller pins and have been a happy camper. Even when...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-28-16, 07:33 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 26,450
Posted By ColdCase

Ariel sports discs are sold at discount in the...

Ariel sports discs are sold at discount in the Boston area, some leftover 2015s available. My spouse lovers her ariel sport disc, the only modification being a bottle holder, mirror, seat pack (to...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-22-16, 10:53 PM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 380,415
Posted By ColdCase

I notice a couple of the Boston area stores now...

I notice a couple of the Boston area stores now have 2016 Crosstrail Pro Discs medium and large frames in stock, 3 day availability on other frame sizes, discounted to $1690.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-20-16, 09:32 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,728
Posted By ColdCase

In my experience following specs on Specialized...

In my experience following specs on Specialized site the last couple years, I have often found surprising discrepancies. Sometimes the dealer has better info, sometimes not. Personally, if there was...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-18-16, 10:27 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,728
Posted By ColdCase

I have the KUAT Sherpa, not as light or...

I have the KUAT Sherpa, not as light or adjustable as my old Swagman Twister but it holds the bike more securely. It usually stays on the truck (folded up) but it is light enough to handle. You...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-17-16, 08:25 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,728
Posted By ColdCase

Nice bike! Enjoy the ride, can't wait to here...

Nice bike! Enjoy the ride, can't wait to here what you think of it. Someone is going to ask how much it weighs.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-13-16, 12:01 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,253
Posted By ColdCase

The best for your $$$ is the one that feels right...

The best for your $$$ is the one that feels right to you, the one that you love to ride.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-10-16, 04:14 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 26,450
Posted By ColdCase

The Trek Neko felt heavy to her, the Specialized...

The Trek Neko felt heavy to her, the Specialized felt lighter and easier to pedal/ride. Dunno how much they actually weigh. But the point is they look so much alike on paper but are so much different...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-10-16, 05:50 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 26,450
Posted By ColdCase

Those are all good bikes. My wife had the same...

Those are all good bikes. My wife had the same decision to make last summer and went specialized as the Neko looked and felt heavy to her (she's 5'8" 110). It just took her one ride around the block...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-06-16, 08:49 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 21,886
Posted By ColdCase

The only issue with giant in my area is that they...

The only issue with giant in my area is that they are only sold at small LBSs that stock only a few of the most popular models. So its impossible to test ride unless they just happen to have what you...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-29-16, 07:13 PM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 380,415
Posted By ColdCase

Perhaps on the low end models, the higher end get...

Perhaps on the low end models, the higher end get a decent fork. I disagree on the Giant configuration. They have been doing that kind of configuration for years but its never caught on well. Many...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-27-16, 05:11 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 7,704
Posted By ColdCase

You are talking generalities and theory. The OP...

You are talking generalities and theory. The OP has two specific bikes, one a little large, one a little small. The only difference between them, in fact, is some frame and wheelbase dimensions,...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-25-16, 09:02 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 7,704
Posted By ColdCase

True, but the OP is talking about bikes with...

True, but the OP is talking about bikes with identical components, just some frame dimension differences. If I go too small I feel cramped and the handling is twitchy. Go too large you may have some...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-25-16, 06:55 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 7,704
Posted By ColdCase

You may find another brand may fit just right. I...

You may find another brand may fit just right. I was shopping for Trek as they are suppose to fit short arms better than most but I found the Specialized frame fit better. Personally I think its...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-21-16, 04:27 PM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 380,415
Posted By ColdCase

Back in post #5...

Back in post #5 (http://www.bikeforums.net/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=5) , I posted my 2016 spec small frame Comp weighed in at 27 lb according to a pretty accurate luggage scale. I had...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-14-16, 10:08 AM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 380,415
Posted By ColdCase

Its hard to fine non enthusiast that like the...

Its hard to fine non enthusiast that like the clip-r, in fact you are the first I've seen :) You would think in 500 miles they would have broken in, and the toe trick was not reliable for me. The...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-14-16, 07:59 AM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 380,415
Posted By ColdCase

When I looked at this 8-10 months ago I couldn't...

When I looked at this 8-10 months ago I couldn't find anyone that tried them and liked them. Don't recall off hand, but they didn't seem to work well, or something about why clipless without clip?...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-13-16, 07:04 AM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 380,415
Posted By ColdCase

Yeah not for everyone. One reason I opted for...

Yeah not for everyone. One reason I opted for pedals with adjustable pins is that, set low, they don't seem to be chewing up my bike shoes while providing just the right amount of retention. I...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-12-16, 06:54 PM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 380,415
Posted By ColdCase

Last year I listened to all the rave reviews and...

Last year I listened to all the rave reviews and recommendations of dual pedals and rode Shimano PD-A530s for maybe 500 miles. I learned from my mistake. Although they are designed to tend to...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-08-16, 08:22 PM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 380,415
Posted By ColdCase

Dunno about curbs, but the LBS owner routinely...

Dunno about curbs, but the LBS owner routinely rides his Crosstrail, Sport Disc I think, down the 20 steps from the street to deck with loads of groceries. Been doing that for 5 years without an...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-29-16, 10:57 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,986
Posted By ColdCase

Specialized makes crosstrail wheels from rims and...

Specialized makes crosstrail wheels from rims and hubs they buy, spokes not sure if they buy or make. There was a thread around here somewhere which ID the rim and hub vendor, they were well known.
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