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Forum: Road Cycling
03-21-12, 05:42 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 24,962
Posted By BillyK

I got the impression that his recommendation was...

I got the impression that his recommendation was more about covering their a#ses because they get all types of buyers, some of
which may not have much common sense. However, the other mechanic...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-21-12, 04:30 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 24,962
Posted By BillyK

Thanks to everyone who chimed in with...

Thanks to everyone who chimed in with suggestions. I checked with two senior mechanics that I know from two different bike shops
and both of them suggested against hanging bikes by their carbon...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-21-12, 01:09 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 24,962
Posted By BillyK

Thank you for the response. This is precisely my...

Thank you for the response. This is precisely my concern. The carbon fairings are very thin. No, I haven't
had a chance to check the manufacturer's documentation yet but that's a good idea. I...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-21-12, 12:59 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 24,962
Posted By BillyK

My concern is really about the thin edge of a...

My concern is really about the thin edge of a lightly padded hook applying 20lbs of pressure to the apex of the carbon fairing
over an extended period of time. (indentations that may compromise...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-21-12, 11:48 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 24,962
Posted By BillyK

Hanging bike with carbon wheels?

Greetings,
I just recently picked up a set of Mavic Carbon SL wheels. (Aluminum rims with 52mm carbon fairings) Up until now, I've been using the standard hangers with the thin rubber coating,...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-11-12, 06:52 PM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,411,039
Posted By BillyK

My Pinarello FP3. Just recently upgraded the...

My Pinarello FP3. Just recently upgraded the wheels, saddle, and cockpit.

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7193/6827776128_9a64d0392d_b.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
03-11-12, 03:42 PM
Replies: 27,281
Views: 6,588,270
Posted By BillyK

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7193/6827776128_9a64...

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Forum: Road Cycling
03-03-12, 11:44 AM
Replies: 568
Views: 314,592
Posted By BillyK

Sweet bike tardman91. I had the same bike which...

Sweet bike tardman91. I had the same bike which I finally sold last year. (regret)
I invested quite a bit of money into the bike as I loved the frame. I had gotten
the bike down to 16.8lbs as...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-01-12, 05:31 PM
Replies: 27,281
Views: 6,588,270
Posted By BillyK

Nice wheels Jeff!! :)

Nice wheels Jeff!! :)
Forum: Road Cycling
06-02-11, 03:13 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 7,923
Posted By BillyK

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2447/5791042709_eb4...

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2447/5791042709_eb4202c9c1_b.jpg

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Forum: Road Cycling
03-07-11, 05:38 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 760
Posted By BillyK

Thanks everyone for the feedback. Does anyone...

Thanks everyone for the feedback. Does anyone know what this "CHROMOLITE Reparto Corse" tubing is all about? Is it Columbus, Reynolds, something else? Just curious. My concern is that I paid too...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-07-11, 03:05 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 760
Posted By BillyK

Wow, I'm overwhelmed by all your wisdom. Keep up...

Wow, I'm overwhelmed by all your wisdom. Keep up the good work guys! :-)
Forum: Road Cycling
03-07-11, 11:17 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 760
Posted By BillyK

Was this a decent deal?

Greetings,
I just purchased a used Bianchi Veloce off from ebay for $700. This will be used as a dedicated inside trainer bike going forward with an occasional outside ride. Did I get ripped off or...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-05-11, 10:14 PM
Replies: 568
Views: 314,592
Posted By BillyK

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5218/5493155946_630...

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5218/5493155946_6306b6c81a_b.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
03-03-11, 04:14 PM
Replies: 207
Views: 34,367
Posted By BillyK

Beautiful Allez. My Gunnar Sport has a similar...

Beautiful Allez. My Gunnar Sport has a similar color. I'd love to have that bike as part of my collection.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-02-11, 07:44 PM
Replies: 207
Views: 34,367
Posted By BillyK

Haha. Thanks kabex. Apex group set with stock...

Haha. Thanks kabex. Apex group set with stock Red chain rings. Upgraded cranks to Force along with external bearings BB. Upgraded cassette to Force/Rival. (pg-1070). It was originally slated to be...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-02-11, 05:53 PM
Replies: 207
Views: 34,367
Posted By BillyK

2011 Allez - 17.36lbs ...

2011 Allez - 17.36lbs
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Forum: Road Cycling
02-26-11, 01:35 PM
Replies: 915
Views: 144,543
Posted By BillyK

Just got back from my LBS and the S2.0SL wheels...

Just got back from my LBS and the S2.0SL wheels are now mounted! Here's a quick slideshow of my 2011 Allez w/wheels. The Allez now weighs 17.36lbs as shown in the slideshow. If anyone is interested...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-25-11, 05:41 PM
Replies: 915
Views: 144,543
Posted By BillyK

East coast. LBS has my bike/wheels and I'll be...

East coast. LBS has my bike/wheels and I'll be picking them up tomorrow. I'll post pics soon. Good luck with your wheels!
Forum: Road Cycling
02-25-11, 02:55 PM
Replies: 915
Views: 144,543
Posted By BillyK

I just received my S2.0SL wheels! Only 8 days...

I just received my S2.0SL wheels! Only 8 days after Sean shipped them! Sean, thanks for the awesome service!
Forum: Road Cycling
02-24-11, 06:58 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 457
Posted By BillyK

I second the Romin Pro. Just got mine today and...

I second the Romin Pro. Just got mine today and it came in at 167g. (143mm) Rode it on the trainer for about an hour and it was very comfortable. If the cost is too much you could go with the...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-24-11, 05:55 PM
Replies: 915
Views: 144,543
Posted By BillyK

My S2.0SL wheels have been "held by customs" for...

My S2.0SL wheels have been "held by customs" for over two days now. I've been checking it regularly hoping that the status well change.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-20-11, 08:06 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 584
Posted By BillyK

Yep I saw that, but I didnt see the rail specs on...

Yep I saw that, but I didnt see the rail specs on the Specialized site.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-19-11, 03:14 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 584
Posted By BillyK

Saddle question

I'm looking to purchase either the Toupe Pro or Romin Pro saddle with the "oversized FACT carbon rails". Can someone please confirm whether or not these saddles will work with my Thomson Elite...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-18-11, 09:36 AM
Replies: 915
Views: 144,543
Posted By BillyK

I just purchased some S2.0SL wheels yesterday...

I just purchased some S2.0SL wheels yesterday from Sean. (1330g) I'm purely a recreational rider. (don't race). At 170lbs, should these wheels be durable enough for riding the back roads of New...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-09-11, 06:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,510
Posted By BillyK

For what it's worth, I have 40mm of spacers and a...

For what it's worth, I have 40mm of spacers and a Ritchey 8 degree stem in the positive and I still have a 1" saddle-to-bar drop.
I'm thinking about flipping the stem which will extend my reach and...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-09-11, 06:35 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,510
Posted By BillyK

Here's a picture of my 56" Sport that I ordered...

Here's a picture of my 56" Sport that I ordered this past fall.

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5285/5201829832_3238c31232_b.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
01-13-11, 05:18 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 914
Posted By BillyK

I can't speak for the ride yet as I had my Gunnar...

I can't speak for the ride yet as I had my Gunnar Sport built up too late in the season, but I ended up going with the Continental 4-Season tires (700x28).
...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-01-10, 04:20 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,007
Posted By BillyK

I have the 2011 Allez Comp Compact M2 Apex and my...

I have the 2011 Allez Comp Compact M2 Apex and my trusty bathroom scale has it at 21lbs.
This includes computer, bottle cages, SPD pedals and an upgraded Romin Gel saddle. Love the bike.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-23-10, 09:49 AM
Replies: 2,128
Views: 571,159
Posted By BillyK

Gunnar Sport

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5285/5201829832_3238c31232_b.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
11-20-10, 07:46 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 989
Posted By BillyK

New Gunnar

Just brought home my new Gunnar build. Here's a link to a slideshow. Sorry for all the redundancy but I haven't had the time to go through em all yet so I just uploaded them all. If anyone is...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-13-10, 06:57 PM
Replies: 2,128
Views: 571,159
Posted By BillyK

My new Gunnar Sport. Still being built up by the...

My new Gunnar Sport. Still being built up by the LBS. Picking up next Saturday.

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4128/5170622446_31c61b203b_b.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
10-08-10, 04:46 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 610
Posted By BillyK

New addition to the stable

Visited the LBS today and picked up a bike to serve as a backup to my Gunnar as well as a bike to use on a trainer this winter. Spent several hours there trying to determine what I wanted as a...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-18-10, 07:15 PM
Replies: 155
Views: 41,838
Posted By BillyK

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4133/4999933748_101...

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4133/4999933748_1010e297cb_b.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
09-14-10, 08:58 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 782
Posted By BillyK

My LBS has a 2009 Roubaix Compact (56cm) w/105 as...

My LBS has a 2009 Roubaix Compact (56cm) w/105 as a closeout for $1699.99....
Forum: Road Cycling
09-10-10, 08:19 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 801
Posted By BillyK

Tire swap for Bianchi 928

Hello,
I'm picking up a new 2009 Bianchi 928 C2C 105 tomorrow afternoon. The bike comes stock with 700x23 tires. My current bike has 700x25 GP4000 tires that I'd like to swap with. Can anyone...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-05-10, 09:03 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,701
Posted By BillyK

Thanks for everyone's feedback. I think I'll go...

Thanks for everyone's feedback. I think I'll go ahead and test ride the bike either way. No harm in that. The LBS guy even mentioned that if the ride isn't all that different than my current ride,...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-04-10, 10:03 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,701
Posted By BillyK

2009 Jamis Quest

Greetings everyone,
I have the opportunity to pickup a new 2009 Jamis Quest for $1,179.
One of my LBS has it on clearance at a 30% discount. There's only 1 left
and it's my size. I'm presently...
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