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Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-24-19, 12:21 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,431
Posted By cwiginton

Yes, they are the current models.

Yes, they are the current models.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-24-19, 09:01 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,431
Posted By cwiginton

Going from Road Bike to Gravel Bike - Need Help on groupset choice

I have been riding a Specialized Allez for about 11 years now that has a Shimano 105 groupset (with the exception of the rim brakes which are some Specialized branded brakes). A couple of years...
Forum: Triathlon
06-29-12, 09:53 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 976
Posted By cwiginton

Thanks for the responses. I will make some...

Thanks for the responses. I will make some adjustments and see what happens. My next sprint is in about three weeks so hopefully I can get things dialed in before then.
Forum: Triathlon
06-26-12, 01:48 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 976
Posted By cwiginton

Question re :Road Bike with Clip-On Aerobars

I have been doing sprint triathlons for a couple of years now, but am just now experimenting with clip-on aerobars. My question is, do I need to change my set up any to accomodate for the new riding...
Forum: Triathlon
08-23-10, 09:56 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 754
Posted By cwiginton

I held back a little on the bike for that very...

I held back a little on the bike for that very reason. It kind of stinks to have to do your worst event when you are tired.
Forum: Triathlon
08-23-10, 09:55 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 754
Posted By cwiginton

Here are my splits: Run 28:41 (172/406) ...

Here are my splits:

Run 28:41 (172/406)
Bike 22:25 (96/406)
Run+Bike+Transitions 51:05 (128/406)
Swim 14:51 (351/406)
Total 1:05:56 (193/406)
Forum: Triathlon
08-23-10, 12:12 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 754
Posted By cwiginton

Finished my first Tri this past weekend

It was a reverse order sprint (3.1 mile trail run/6 mile bike/400m pool swim). Did reasonably well on the run, had a fairly strong bike leg, but I am a terrible swimmer. Finished in 1:05 overall. ...
Forum: Triathlon
05-27-10, 08:28 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,018
Posted By cwiginton

This may not work for in between your toes, but...

This may not work for in between your toes, but check out KT Tape. There are a bunch of videos on the website on how to apply for various injuries and other problems, so there may be something on...
Forum: Triathlon
05-12-10, 09:25 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 563
Posted By cwiginton

That's what I thought. Plus, I haven't ridden...

That's what I thought. Plus, I haven't ridden with the clips and straps in so long that it would most likely be a frustrating experience.

Thanks.
Forum: Triathlon
05-11-10, 12:55 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 563
Posted By cwiginton

Newbie question

I am going to be doing my first triathlon later this summer and it is a reverse order sprint (3 mile run, 6 mile bike, 400m swim). My question is, for transition purposes given the short bike...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-15-09, 09:41 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 290
Posted By cwiginton

Upgrade Question

I bought a 2009 Specialized Allez Sport about a month ago and am already looking to upgrade the no-name brakes that came on the bike. My question is whether I should get Shimano 105 brakes to match...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-13-09, 07:08 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,092
Posted By cwiginton

Full Shimano 105 drivetrain. No name brakes. ...

Full Shimano 105 drivetrain. No name brakes. Mavic CXP22 wheels with Specialized branded hubs. Weight -- not sure.

So far, all I have added are the Specialized seat wedge, a cateye strada...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-13-09, 07:02 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,092
Posted By cwiginton

Must be an expression that has not yet made its...

Must be an expression that has not yet made its way as far north as Connecticut, although it would not be entirely strange to hear of someone shooting a bike in the great state of Alabama.:)
Forum: Road Cycling
08-12-09, 08:09 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,092
Posted By cwiginton

They were the free bottles that the bike shop...

They were the free bottles that the bike shop game me. I have some camelbak bottles that I will be using most of the time.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-12-09, 08:00 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,092
Posted By cwiginton

I finally pulled the trigger on a new bike

To recap, after selling my Trek 7.3fx, I tried multiple bikes. Among them, the Trek 2.1, a 2006 Cannondale CAAD 8, a Scott Speedster S30 and a Specialized Allez Sport Compact. In the end, the...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-06-09, 11:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 477
Posted By cwiginton

I'm assuming your advice is to go with the CAAD...

I'm assuming your advice is to go with the CAAD 8. Should I be concerned about the lack of a warranty after plunking down $1200 on a 3 year old bike? I'm assuming if the CAAD 8 is one of the best...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-06-09, 10:43 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 477
Posted By cwiginton

Down to two bikes in my bike search

Now what should I do. I have it narrowed down to a new Specialized Allez Sport, full 105 with Mavic wheels for $1300, and a 2006 CAAD 8 (with approximately 1000 miles), full Ultegra with Mavic for...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-06-09, 10:40 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 4,217
Posted By cwiginton

Has anyone ever used the bones on a Volvo XC 90? ...

Has anyone ever used the bones on a Volvo XC 90? I currently use a Yakima roof rack because I couldn't find a trunk/hatch rack that would fit the XC 90 due to its clamshell/split tailgate opening.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-23-09, 02:10 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,222
Posted By cwiginton

You're right, I did leave out the price of the...

You're right, I did leave out the price of the Cannondale. It is listed at $1399, but it is at the bike shop that has the Scott and they said that they would let me have it at the same price as the...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-23-09, 02:07 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,222
Posted By cwiginton

I really like all of them from an aesthetic...

I really like all of them from an aesthetic standpoint. In terms of fit, I would say either the Cannondale or the Trek.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-23-09, 01:04 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,222
Posted By cwiginton

Update

Well, I have narrowed it down to three bikes -- Trek 2.1, Scott S30 Speedster, and 2006 Cannondale CAAD 8. The Trek is $1300 and is full Shimano 105. The Scott is $1200 and full Shimano 105. The...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-21-09, 07:25 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,464
Posted By cwiginton

I am another that thought the FX (specifically...

I am another that thought the FX (specifically 7.3FX)would be the right bike for me after riding a mountain bike from my college days. I am now (a year and half later) actively looking at road...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-13-09, 02:14 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,222
Posted By cwiginton

I was not intending to totally paint the guy from...

I was not intending to totally paint the guy from the Cannondale shop in a bad light. I think his opinion of Shimano in general was colored by some bad experiences with their customer service as...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-13-09, 02:04 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,222
Posted By cwiginton

Just as a follow up, I have ridden the Treks. ...

Just as a follow up, I have ridden the Treks. Did not like the 1.5 -- primarily did not like the Sora shifters. After just looking at the Treks, I was leaning toward the 2.1. I felt like it might...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-13-09, 01:47 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,222
Posted By cwiginton

Is someone willing to help a confused Newbie?

Just for background purposes, for years I rode a Giant mountain bike. About 3 years ago, when I decided to start riding again, I took the easy way out and bought a Trek 7.3fx. Now, as I continue to...
Forum: Recreational & Family
06-24-09, 08:39 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,643
Posted By cwiginton

Update - I put my daughter's bike on my raptor...

Update - I put my daughter's bike on my raptor rack last night and while it is not as secure as my son's 20-inch bike, it would be fine for short-distance travel. If I had to go long distance with...
Forum: Recreational & Family
06-23-09, 03:00 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,643
Posted By cwiginton

I use a Yakima Raptor for my son's 20" bike

I use a Yakima Raptor rooftop rack for my son's 20" bike. It works really well.

My daughter has a 16" Trek bike that I put up there on the rack to see if it would work. It seemed like I had it...
Forum: Recreational & Family
07-08-08, 09:03 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,367
Posted By cwiginton

I appreciate all of the helpful posts. Some have...

I appreciate all of the helpful posts. Some have helped me view this from a little different perspective as well.

Just as an update, my wife is interested in getting a bike and riding on the...
Forum: Recreational & Family
06-24-08, 09:47 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,367
Posted By cwiginton

The good news is that she has already seen Sex...

The good news is that she has already seen Sex and the City, so I'm off the hook on that one. My kids have started in on her a little bit. I have also gotten her to look at some possible bikes on...
Forum: Recreational & Family
06-18-08, 02:28 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,367
Posted By cwiginton

Need help with getting wife interested in cycling

Having recently gotten back into cycling (mostly bike path with my kids either riding their bikes or trailered), I now turn to the task of getting my wife interested in participating. She is...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-27-07, 10:26 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 372
Posted By cwiginton

bump anyone?

bump

anyone?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-25-07, 07:50 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 372
Posted By cwiginton

New Bike Advice

I posted a couple of weeks ago asking about rehabbing an old bike, but I think I have decided that I am going to get a new bike. I mostly ride on roads and bike paths, sometimes pulling two kids in...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-19-07, 07:58 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,732
Posted By cwiginton

Thanks for all of the advice

Interesting to know about the Hyperdrive. I have not necessarily noticed any problems while riding. Just noticed it when I started looking things over while trying to decide if I wanted to keep the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-16-07, 09:04 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,732
Posted By cwiginton

Just off of the top of my head, mine has Shimano...

Just off of the top of my head, mine has Shimano Alivo brake/shift levers, Alivo rear derailleur, Araya rims, Kenda tires and Shimano Hyperdrive C crank. The only thing that has been replaced is the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-15-07, 09:37 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,732
Posted By cwiginton

Bike Rehab vs. New Bike

I have been out of cycling for quite sometime now. I have an old 1994 Giant Iguana mountain bike. It probably needs several things to either be replaced or serviced in order to get it back into...
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