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Forum: Training & Nutrition
01-31-22, 01:21 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,035
Posted By tomgdaly

Negative aerobic decoupling number?

On long fixes (c. 200km) I’m getting a big negative aerobic decoupling (the latest is -15). How can that be?
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
01-03-22, 08:48 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,073
Posted By tomgdaly

“ My Cardiologists told me they would be more...

“ My Cardiologists told me they would be more worried about orthopedic issues than cardiac doing such a long rides.” People don’t drop dead from orthopaedic issues.” That being said, you need to be...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-01-22, 09:17 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,921
Posted By tomgdaly

Easy change compact / sub-compact??

I have a compact Ultegra R8000 (manual) groupset on a Trek Domaine but I also use the bike for light touring and ultra-racing a couple of times a year and then I like to use a sub-compact (or reduce...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
01-01-22, 09:15 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,225
Posted By tomgdaly

Easy change compact / sub-compact??

I have a compact Ultegra R8000 (manual) groupset on a Trek Domaine but I also use the bike for light touring and ultra-racing a couple of times a year and then I like to use a sub-compact (or reduce...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-20-21, 09:37 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 526
Posted By tomgdaly

Thanks - I hadn't notice those 'nubs' and the...

Thanks - I hadn't notice those 'nubs' and the bar-tape would have prevented one of them from engaging. That should help.
Forum: Adaptive Cycling: Handcycles, Amputee Adaptation, Visual Impairment, and Other Needs
09-20-21, 01:44 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,101
Posted By tomgdaly

Making a rest for stump

I am adapting a bike for an above-knee amputee for time-trial racing (will probably be C2). It is early days but I want to make a rest for his stump which goes to just above the knee. Does anyone...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-20-21, 01:41 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 526
Posted By tomgdaly

New STI rubber hoods - fitting?

I have replaced the rubber hoods on my Shimano R8020 STIs. However, they seem to remain loose and twist outwards. On the righ-hand side, this seems to lock the little lever that low down on the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-09-21, 04:40 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 542
Posted By tomgdaly

Thanks. Or, is it this (6mm?) - ...

Thanks. Or, is it this (6mm?) -
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Shimano-63z28000-Outer-gear-casing-size/dp/B00GEDC49M/ref=sr_1_22?dchild=1&keywords=SHIMANO+Part+%23+Y6AM98080&qid=1615285721&sr=8-22
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-09-21, 02:14 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 542
Posted By tomgdaly

The tapered cable guide on Ultegra 8000 shifters??

Hi. The Ultegra 8000 STIs have a kind of cable guide with a 'tail': I don't even know what they are called and am looking for a source as they don't seem to come with cable sets. I've tried all sorts...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-22-20, 03:26 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,277
Posted By tomgdaly

No connection

No connection
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-22-20, 10:54 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,277
Posted By tomgdaly

That's great thanks - (and yes, a band won't work...

That's great thanks - (and yes, a band won't work on the carbon seatpost with 'teardrop' shape). I can get it much cheaper and FSA say it will do a 30-tooth inner -...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-22-20, 08:14 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,277
Posted By tomgdaly

Front derailleur hanger extension?

I got a 30/44 teeth chainset to reduce the gearing on my roadbike for bikepacking and touring. However, I need some way to lower the front derailleur. I bought a GRX derailleur because of the longer...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
07-17-20, 05:10 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 16,384
Posted By tomgdaly

I get a false low battery warning on my 520-plus...

I get a false low battery warning on my 520-plus from time to time. At the moment it gives this alert on startup, even though the battery is at 100%. I've keep the software updated.
Even though I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-26-20, 11:40 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 963
Posted By tomgdaly

Mounting a light on a carbon seatstay?

Any 'bright ideas' for mounting a light on a carbon seatstay?
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
06-10-20, 12:41 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,851
Posted By tomgdaly

Exercises to prevent Shermar's neck

Has anybody got a sources for conditioning or exercises to prevent prevent Shermar's neck specifically?
There is quite a bit online about devices to hold the head up mechanically, and also general...
Forum: Masters Racing (All Disciplines)
05-11-20, 12:29 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 19,557
Posted By tomgdaly

I have studies diet diaries for guys 'who are...

I have studies diet diaries for guys 'who are doing everything right but just can't lose weight'. Weight loss or gain can be looked at plus or minus 200 calories per day. Often, that 200 calories can...
Forum: Masters Racing (All Disciplines)
05-11-20, 12:20 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 10,451
Posted By tomgdaly

I would suggest you start at the lowest category...

I would suggest you start at the lowest category you can find locally and race to get upgraded. This might take you quit a while (or not, depending on your innate ability and how 'smart' you train,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-06-20, 02:48 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 441
Posted By tomgdaly

Repairing a Vittoria Olimpionico tubular?

Hello. I put a pair of unused Vittoria Olimpionicos on a TI Raleigh but one of the tubes has cracked near the valve stem (not used on the road). Is there anyway to repair this apart from replacing...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-29-20, 09:58 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 882
Posted By tomgdaly

Thanks - very comrehensive. It's a double...

Thanks - very comrehensive. It's a double chainring - 110 BCD I guess. The GRX looks like the best option.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-27-20, 02:10 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 882
Posted By tomgdaly

Sub compact options for 'Shimano' press-fit bottom bracket - Help!

My wife has a Liv Avial fitted with Shimano 105 compact, and I believe it has a press-fit bottom bracket.
She wants lower gears so is there any 'plug-and-play' option, without having to change the...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
01-29-20, 01:55 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,057
Posted By tomgdaly

You can do it with 520 plus at least, via...

You can do it with 520 plus at least, via smartphone - instructions in manual.
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
01-29-20, 01:53 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,057
Posted By tomgdaly

But, I didn’t ask for opinions on whether I...

But, I didn’t ask for opinions on whether I should or shouldn’t wear an earbud, and I’m not a bit interested in such opinions.
So, getting back to my question, if anyone has a recommendation I’d...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
01-24-20, 09:35 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,057
Posted By tomgdaly

Budget earbuds for navigation?

Anyone got a recommendation for 'cheap and cheerful' earbuds for navigation with a Garmin 520?
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
01-24-20, 09:33 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,244
Posted By tomgdaly

This is the best option I've come across. It's...

This is the best option I've come across. It's eye-drop bottle but the label was gone. This weighs just 9 gms....
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
01-24-20, 09:31 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 12,888
Posted By tomgdaly

To return to this subject: for my specific...

To return to this subject: for my specific situation, I think a GRX FC-RX810-2 (48-31, 11speed) is the best option. However, I also have a 10-speed bike. Would I get away with using the 11-speed...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-24-20, 09:20 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,529
Posted By tomgdaly

Will GRX 11-speed crankset work with 10-speed?

I have both a 10 and 11-speed Ultegra road bikes and want to be able to use a GRX crankset for bikepacking etc, to reduce the gearing. Will the GRX FC-RX600-11 (11-seed, 46/30) work on the 10 speed,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-31-19, 11:31 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,933
Posted By tomgdaly

Just to clarify - is this with standard road...

Just to clarify - is this with standard road 10/11-speed shifters and deraileur?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-30-19, 05:05 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,933
Posted By tomgdaly

Which 11-40 casette for my road bike

I have a 10-speed road bike with Shimano 105. I want to fit a 11-40 caasette for bikepacking etc. I understand this will have to be an MTB cassette, which I know nothing about.
Which cassette should...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
12-28-19, 02:13 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,641
Posted By tomgdaly

Neat multi-port USB charger recommendation?

Can anyone give me a recommendation for a small, good quality multi-port USB charger (say 4 ports) with a high charging output per port?
I’m talking about a 220v plug-into-the-wall type, with...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-28-19, 11:52 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,002
Posted By tomgdaly

Has anyone run a GRX chainset in Ultegra drivetrain?

Has anyone run a GRX chainset in an Ultegra drivetrain? I've read this in another forum but I'd like to hear from someone who has actually tried it.

"Well the q-factor of the cranks differs by...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
11-28-19, 11:42 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 12,888
Posted By tomgdaly

Yes, I've been looking into this further and I'm...

Yes, I've been looking into this further and I'm told that the rings are a little over 2mm further out. I'd like to hear from anybody who has tried it.
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
11-27-19, 11:08 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 12,888
Posted By tomgdaly

Fitting a 'sub-compact' road chainset to BB90 bottom bracket?

Anyone got an 'easy' option (an cheap!) for fitting a sub-compact chainset (e.g. 48-32) to my Trek Domaine SL6 which I believe has BB90 press-fit bearings for Shimano Ultegra.
I will want to revert...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
11-22-19, 02:52 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,828
Posted By tomgdaly

I just want it for insurance - for topping up...

I just want it for insurance - for topping up phone, lights and computer at the end of a long day. I'm hardly ever out overnight. What capacity do I need (which has to be balanced with weight of...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
11-21-19, 11:56 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,828
Posted By tomgdaly

Options of power-banks?

Any links to good reviews/options for power-banks - I want to give Santa a hint.
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
11-18-19, 12:52 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 10,456
Posted By tomgdaly

Anyone know if I can get a pair of Profile Design...

Anyone know if I can get a pair of Profile Design T3 aluminum - I can’t find them advertised anywhere so I presume they are discontinued.
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
11-13-19, 01:57 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,244
Posted By tomgdaly

Carrying small amounts of chain oil?

Any good way of carrying small amounts of chain oil for bikepacking - maybe enough for two lubes?
Any commercial source of very small oils?
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
02-03-15, 03:28 PM
Replies: 5,944
Views: 780,169
Posted By tomgdaly

I'm pretty sure it's not the bike. Saddle setback...

I'm pretty sure it's not the bike. Saddle setback is 2.5 cm and it's also happened on a hire bike.
I expect it's technique.
What is the 'easy remedy'?
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
02-02-15, 07:22 AM
Replies: 5,944
Views: 780,169
Posted By tomgdaly

Why does my front wheel lift?

Why does my front wheel lift sometimes when I 'kick'?
'Kick' is relative as I'm 60 years old an not a sprinter. In other words, it's not raw power that's causing it.
I was doing standing 250...
Forum: Masters Racing (All Disciplines)
09-24-14, 01:54 PM
Replies: 10,745
Views: 502,296
Posted By tomgdaly

I think it's more subtle than that - at least on...

I think it's more subtle than that - at least on this side of the pond. Some racers are Freds - even ones that talk about Freds. But please don't ask me to define. I once heard a guy describing how...
Forum: Masters Racing (All Disciplines)
02-20-14, 02:15 PM
Replies: 10,745
Views: 502,296
Posted By tomgdaly

Thanks - yes, I realise it's marginal gain...

Thanks - yes, I realise it's marginal gain territory all right - the foam roller, stretching and irregular massage etc. are part of the routine.
Forum: Masters Racing (All Disciplines)
02-19-14, 02:48 PM
Replies: 10,745
Views: 502,296
Posted By tomgdaly

Anyone use compression tights for recovery? i...

Anyone use compression tights for recovery?
i know there's no definitive evidence that they work but I suppose I want to hear somebody say they are great before I fork out the cash.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-13-14, 02:17 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 420
Posted By tomgdaly

Powertap keeps asking about recalibration

My Powertap keeps asking if I want to recalibrate when I start it. I do, and it asks again.
Why? It's a nuisance and I'd like to stop it
Forum: Masters Racing (All Disciplines)
08-31-13, 06:32 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 863
Posted By tomgdaly

I hope to go (55-59) but I'll wait to decide...

I hope to go (55-59) but I'll wait to decide until after the European Champs next week.
Forum: Masters Racing (All Disciplines)
08-29-13, 02:27 PM
Replies: 10,745
Views: 502,296
Posted By tomgdaly

Any of you guys taking a mini asprin daily or for...

Any of you guys taking a mini asprin daily or for competition? I'd be interested in opinion.
Forum: Masters Racing (All Disciplines)
05-18-13, 10:11 AM
Replies: 10,745
Views: 502,296
Posted By tomgdaly

Anyone use 'The Masters Athlete'? ...

Anyone use 'The Masters Athlete'?
Recommendations?
Forum: Masters Racing (All Disciplines)
04-13-13, 10:28 AM
Replies: 10,745
Views: 502,296
Posted By tomgdaly

Yes, this is something I would like to see...

Yes, this is something I would like to see explored. It is probably more relevant in the modern world with so much distraction. On the bike you can be truly 'alone'. However, I have to be careful...
Forum: Masters Racing (All Disciplines)
03-27-13, 01:25 PM
Replies: 10,745
Views: 502,296
Posted By tomgdaly

Anyone got a warmup routine. Age 57. Threshold HR...

Anyone got a warmup routine. Age 57. Threshold HR = c. 170.
Forum: Masters Racing (All Disciplines)
02-25-13, 03:33 PM
Replies: 11,266
Views: 511,113
Posted By tomgdaly

Thanks, but do you know if its possible without...

Thanks, but do you know if its possible without creating laps? I know you can zoom in on 'segments' with those sliders in 'RidePlot' but it doesn't seem to give data for those selected sections...
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