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Forum: Commuting
03-18-24, 01:43 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 456
Posted By prj71

Look at these models: Specialized Sirrus ...

Look at these models:

Specialized Sirrus
Trex FX
Giant FastRoad
03-15-24, 02:53 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,257
Posted By prj71

Yeah!!! What's the disruption?! Are we...

Yeah!!! What's the disruption?!

Are we going to have to send in Knuckles and Rocko?
Forum: Fatbikes
03-15-24, 12:52 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 166
Posted By prj71

Experiment with what works for you. The limited...

Experiment with what works for you. The limited time I ride fat bike in the summer...8 psi rear and 6 psi front.
03-14-24, 09:52 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 614
Posted By prj71

Take a look at the Giant Revolt.

Take a look at the Giant Revolt.
03-14-24, 09:48 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 330
Posted By prj71

Just buy a Giant FastRoad. Lot less hassle. ...

Just buy a Giant FastRoad.

Lot less hassle.

https://www.giant-bicycles.com/us/bikes/road-bikes/fitness
03-14-24, 09:41 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 495
Posted By prj71

Exactly!!!! Dedicated cycling computers are...

Exactly!!!!

Dedicated cycling computers are relatively cheap these days.
03-13-24, 09:44 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 495
Posted By prj71

The problem with using phones, is that if you go...

The problem with using phones, is that if you go for longer rides you will kill the battery.
03-12-24, 07:01 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 495
Posted By prj71

Dedicated Garmin bike computer with the Garmin...

Dedicated Garmin bike computer with the Garmin Connect app that is synced with Strava.

You don't have to look at the screen while riding. Not sure why you made that comment.
03-10-24, 07:50 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 907
Posted By prj71

I just ordered some Thunderos on Friday. Should...

I just ordered some Thunderos on Friday. Should have them this week.
03-10-24, 07:47 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,033
Posted By prj71

I wouldn't buy a FS bike older than 2015. There...

I wouldn't buy a FS bike older than 2015. There have been to many great updates since then.
03-07-24, 03:37 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,033
Posted By prj71

^^^This. The Giant Stance may be the best...

^^^This.

The Giant Stance may be the best bang for the buck right now. My only hang up with it would be house branded fork. Don't know much about it.
03-07-24, 03:22 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,713
Posted By prj71

This isn't just Trek. It's all the bike...

This isn't just Trek. It's all the bike companies. The Covid boom has ended and now they have to face reality.

Quite frankly, I'm glad this is happening. I get that the market dictates price but...
03-07-24, 03:15 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 2,833
Posted By prj71

So who plans on purchasing the new new Ekar GT...

So who plans on purchasing the new new Ekar GT groupset??
03-04-24, 09:08 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 2,101
Posted By prj71

It would be correct for me.

It would be correct for me.
03-01-24, 08:15 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 2,101
Posted By prj71

The other problem is that gauges are rarely...

The other problem is that gauges are rarely correct. 3 different gauges will have three different readings. I have 3 on pump gauges and 2 standalone gauges. Every damn one of them reads something...
03-01-24, 02:25 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 2,101
Posted By prj71

It doesn't work that way where I live. I can go...

It doesn't work that way where I live. I can go on a 30 mile ride from my house an encounter new pavement, worn pavement/some cracks and poor pavement/chipseal. And in that ride I'd be spending 1/3...
03-01-24, 01:38 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 2,101
Posted By prj71

Yeah. Sure. OK. :lol: One of the big...

Yeah. Sure. OK. :lol:

One of the big problems with that calculator is that the surface condition is fixed for calculating the tire pressure. Out of the Selections available and if I'm riding my...
03-01-24, 09:52 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 2,833
Posted By prj71

Ditto. I just read about them on the...

Ditto.

I just read about them on the internet and how they have shiny 50th anniversary parts.
03-01-24, 09:44 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 2,101
Posted By prj71

That was a silly website. It recommended my...

That was a silly website.

It recommended my pressure be about 20 psi less than I normally use on my road bike.
02-29-24, 06:41 PM
Replies: 5,442
Views: 3,868,672
Posted By prj71

Scott Addict Gravel 30

Scott Addict Gravel 30
02-29-24, 01:26 PM
Replies: 5,442
Views: 3,868,672
Posted By prj71

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/addictgravel2_63ff38f34ffdc50eba280fa76c2b37d2fb12e690.jpg
02-23-24, 04:43 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 4,217
Posted By prj71

Holy crap. The bike components we have now are...

Holy crap. The bike components we have now are well engineered and crafted. They are just black instead of looking like shiny jewelry bits. Your statement couldn't be more off base.
02-22-24, 11:49 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 1,880
Posted By prj71

I ride quite a bit more than that but... I...

I ride quite a bit more than that but...

I usually pick away (maintenance) at things here and there over the season as need and spot check a few things. If "now" is the time to prepare to get my...
02-21-24, 10:04 AM
Replies: 136
Views: 4,217
Posted By prj71

It still is...Mainly the shapes of frame tubes or...

It still is...Mainly the shapes of frame tubes or a cleaner look (hidden cables etc.). Shiny jewelry bits are not part of that equation.
02-21-24, 10:02 AM
Replies: 136
Views: 4,217
Posted By prj71

It's not the dirt I'm referring to. It's the oil...

It's not the dirt I'm referring to. It's the oil from the chain and whatever black crap kicks up off the road. I happen to have a white bike. After every ride I have black splotches all over the...
02-21-24, 09:45 AM
Replies: 136
Views: 4,217
Posted By prj71

I guess it's just me. I perform fit and function...

I guess it's just me. I perform fit and function over appearance. And realistically would prefer black components over shiny bits considering how dirty things get.
02-21-24, 09:42 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 375
Posted By prj71

Functionally it seems to work well. However, I...

Functionally it seems to work well. However, I laid out a route (I'm in WI also) but it didn't get all of the surfaces correct which would make it a no go for me at this point. Ride with GPS seems...
02-21-24, 09:23 AM
Replies: 136
Views: 4,217
Posted By prj71

Shimano makes good stuff. Not enough people care...

Shimano makes good stuff. Not enough people care about 50th anniversary jewelry. It would be a money loser.
02-20-24, 10:25 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 1,880
Posted By prj71

When I put my summer bikes away last fall they...

When I put my summer bikes away last fall they were all working just fine. I've never gone over them in the spring. Just grab and go.

I too have never had to walk home.
02-20-24, 10:07 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 434
Posted By prj71

I have some 700 x 400 terra speed right now and...

I have some 700 x 400 terra speed right now and it's an awesome tire. While I do have another WTB riddler coming to match the front, I'm contemplating picking up a 700 x 45 terra trail for the front...
02-19-24, 02:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 434
Posted By prj71

Ha!!! I did get it at a pretty good price. Bikes...

Ha!!! I did get it at a pretty good price. Bikes are being heavily discounted these days.

Mismatched tires are my doing. It came with 700 x 45 Schwalbe G-One Bite which only measure out at 43. I...
02-19-24, 01:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 434
Posted By prj71

Since you guys were of no help at all, I bought a...

Since you guys were of no help at all, I bought a Scott Addict Gravel. :D


https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1200x569/addictgravel_dcaa83af9b0b87253589c6ba295566bd98655b4c.jpg
02-15-24, 02:31 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 608
Posted By prj71

A few options: 1.) One is to anticipate a...

A few options:

1.) One is to anticipate a possible pedal strike obstacle and adjust your pedaling stroke to avoid it.
2.) Buy a FS bike with the highest BB you can find.
3.) Buy some shorter...
Forum: Fatbikes
02-14-24, 06:30 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 891
Posted By prj71

Facts aren't being negative. They are just Facts....

Facts aren't being negative. They are just Facts. Nothing more and nothing less.

That you took it as negative is your own head movie.
02-13-24, 11:40 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 470
Posted By prj71

I was just going to say the same thing. ...

I was just going to say the same thing.

Also...Alll of my MTB and Fatbike tires...I set up with a hand pump. I don't have a charger pump like the Lezyne. I use the Joe Blow Fat pump.
02-13-24, 10:17 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 470
Posted By prj71

Wonder if your tire is bad. How many times has...

Wonder if your tire is bad. How many times has it been taken off and put on a rim?

I have 6 sets of hookless rims set up tubeless between my mountain and fat bikes. A mix of Carbon and Aluminum...
02-13-24, 07:16 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 434
Posted By prj71

Giant Revolt Advanced vs. Niner RLT RDO

Looking at my first gravel bike. Kinda have it narrowed down to these two.

Thoughts?
02-12-24, 03:42 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 470
Posted By prj71

Hookless refers to the rim NOT the tire. That's...

Hookless refers to the rim NOT the tire. That's why you aren't finding tires that say HOOKLESS.

Any tubeless tires should seat on the rim.
02-12-24, 10:31 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 296
Posted By prj71

Actually good tubeless wheels will hold air even...

Actually good tubeless wheels will hold air even without sealant.

How long will they hold air after pumping them up?
Forum: Fatbikes
02-08-24, 10:20 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 17,082
Posted By prj71

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/627x498/fatathlon_3a94e3744d1cdb26b7fae7558cff92d2724f9e8b.jpg
Forum: Fatbikes
02-06-24, 10:51 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 891
Posted By prj71

That doesn't happen all of the time. Depends on...

That doesn't happen all of the time. Depends on snow conditions and moisture contact. There are times you ride on snow and the tires just sink right in and you come to a complete stop.
01-29-24, 02:09 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 702
Posted By prj71

The color of the bike implies that it might have...

The color of the bike implies that it might have been peed on already.
Forum: For Sale
01-23-24, 09:40 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 245
Posted By prj71

I have this same jacket. OP is correct. It is...

I have this same jacket. OP is correct. It is warm. Very good deal. Someone should snag this up.
01-22-24, 03:56 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 743
Posted By prj71

Nice looking bike!!! I would not worry about...

Nice looking bike!!!

I would not worry about the SRAM brakes. 3 bikes in my household have SRAM brakes and there have been zero issues. The oldest ones are from 2018.
01-18-24, 10:38 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 4,543
Posted By prj71

Trust me...You won't miss much using the free...

Trust me...You won't miss much using the free version. I also use Garmin Connect (FREE) which uploads all the data to Strava. Whatever metrics Strava gives you, that you have to pay for, can be found...
Forum: Fatbikes
01-15-24, 01:47 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,446
Posted By prj71

This is the other fat bike (hers) in my...

This is the other fat bike (hers) in my household. It was 32 lbs stock. After some upgrades to carbon bars, carbon seatpost, carbon wheels and tubeless...It's a bit lighter now.
Forum: Fatbikes
01-15-24, 01:44 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,446
Posted By prj71

It is lighter for sure. I'm sure the bike he...

It is lighter for sure. I'm sure the bike he mentioned has other components on it that make it so heavy at 39 lbs.
Forum: Fatbikes
01-15-24, 01:42 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,446
Posted By prj71

What would be BS?

What would be BS?
01-12-24, 08:49 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 4,543
Posted By prj71

My cost so far since 2014 has been $0/year. ...

My cost so far since 2014 has been $0/year.

Winning!!!
01-12-24, 08:44 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 4,543
Posted By prj71

Yes. Need? No. Much better than a...

Yes.



Need? No. Much better than a department store Mongoose or Schwinn? Hell yes!!



No. Phone battery doesn't last as long as a dedicated cycling computer battery unless your rides are...
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