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Forum: Folding Bikes
03-25-16, 09:56 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,535
Posted By jdip

Yeah I think it's probably a cheap copy of those....

Yeah I think it's probably a cheap copy of those. Any idea of what those cheap copies are worth?



Yep. The bike is in pretty good shape. The front brakes just need a new cable.
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-24-16, 11:20 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,535
Posted By jdip

I think the handlebars were facing backwards. ...

I think the handlebars were facing backwards. Good catch.



Thank you!
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-24-16, 10:46 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,535
Posted By jdip

Anyone know what folding bike this is?

My sister's old room mate moved out around a year ago and left this bike behind in the basement storage. My sister showed it to me today and I don't even know what the brand is. I spent some time...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-20-15, 04:09 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,963
Posted By jdip

If you want to go Shimano, the Praxis Works...

If you want to go Shimano, the Praxis Works Bottom Bracket conversion is very popular.

Curious as to why you want to upgrade? To save on weight or do you feel it flex?
Forum: Road Cycling
04-09-15, 09:41 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,505
Posted By jdip

Nice, did you get it in blue or black? I really...

Nice, did you get it in blue or black? I really like the blue. It seems really unique in Cannondale's set of colourways.

It would be nice to have a matching Ultegra crank, but right now Force...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-09-15, 04:27 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,505
Posted By jdip

The Force crankset looks to be 1/2 the price of...

The Force crankset looks to be 1/2 the price of the SL-K Light. I prefer the way it looks but it seems like worse value (I don't really know how they stack up against each other in the real world. I...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-09-15, 03:23 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,505
Posted By jdip

Buying a leftover '14 SS Evo. Need crankset advice.

Buying one of these: SuperSix EVO 3 Ultegra - SUPERSIX EVO - Elite Race - ROAD - BIKES - 2014 (http://www.cannondale.com/nam_en/2014/bikes/road/elite-road/supersix-evo/supersix-evo-3-ultegra)

It's...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-31-15, 01:21 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 23,210
Posted By jdip

It's a bit hard to tell from the pictures you...

It's a bit hard to tell from the pictures you posted but your seatpost does look a little low. Can you post a picture of you showing your leg at the bottom of the pedal stroke (like your last...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-21-15, 03:02 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,897
Posted By jdip

OP, can you give a mini-review/your impressions...

OP, can you give a mini-review/your impressions on the wheelset? I'm looking to get the same.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-13-15, 03:07 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 10,698
Posted By jdip

Yikes, what's the story behind that? ...

Yikes, what's the story behind that?



It's funny how we're agreeing about not worrying too much about the durability of carbon steerers, then Lazyass posts his pic. But it happens. It makes...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-13-15, 03:04 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,842
Posted By jdip

True that.

True that.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-13-15, 01:30 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,842
Posted By jdip

You didn't specify, but I'm assuming the EVO is...

You didn't specify, but I'm assuming the EVO is equipped with 5700.

Arguments can be made both ways. If you get the CAAD 10 you get a brand new groupset and 11 speed, which is becoming a standard...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-13-15, 01:19 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 10,698
Posted By jdip

Yep, this is what I found too. I'm not...

Yep, this is what I found too.



I'm not too concerned regarding the durability of the carbon steerer tube if it's used as it's supposed to (i.e. not overtightening bolts like you said, etc). ...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-12-15, 11:29 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 10,698
Posted By jdip

Thanks for the replies guys. It...

Thanks for the replies guys.



It seems to be the case from what I've read so far. The Advanced Pros also get better components and wheels which explains the price difference.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-12-15, 05:27 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 10,698
Posted By jdip

How much of a difference does a carbon steerer tube make?

I'm looking at getting a 2015 Propel or TCR. The main difference between the Advanced and the Advanced Pro lines is the former has a hybrid alloy steerer tube with carbon blades and the latter has a...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-10-15, 01:03 PM
Replies: 558
Views: 210,001
Posted By jdip

I figured this might be the place to ask this. ...

I figured this might be the place to ask this. Do you guys know how the TCR Advanced frames have changed since 2011? I found a lightly used 2011 for a decent price and want to know if I'm missing...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-26-15, 03:48 PM
Replies: 275
Views: 64,558
Posted By jdip

Having the wall in front of your face like that...

Having the wall in front of your face like that seems depressing lol. Don't you get hot?
Forum: Road Cycling
10-10-14, 11:52 AM
Replies: 151
Views: 20,072
Posted By jdip

http://i.imgur.com/NZpn3nR.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/NZpn3nR.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
10-09-14, 10:28 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,168
Posted By jdip

Gracias.

Gracias.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-08-14, 10:10 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,168
Posted By jdip

Riding in fall is the best. ...

Riding in fall is the best.

http://i.imgur.com/NZpn3nR.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/9DnRb7b.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
09-07-14, 06:03 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,329
Posted By jdip

Makes sense; the Cannondale pros use the...

Makes sense; the Cannondale pros use the company's less stiff and more sloppy frame for an extra challenge!
Forum: Road Cycling
08-25-14, 06:57 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 9,556
Posted By jdip

Cheers and good luck with the RMA stuff...

Cheers and good luck with the RMA stuff...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-21-14, 08:50 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 9,556
Posted By jdip

It sucks that you had all of those issues. I...

It sucks that you had all of those issues. I personally haven't dealt with CC before. But the bike looks great.

Could you give me some info on the wheels please; what are they, rim depth, price?...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-21-14, 02:11 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,392
Posted By jdip

Hope you find out what's making the noise soon. ...

Hope you find out what's making the noise soon. Creaks and clicks drive me mad. In any case, a new bike shouldn't be doing that so take it back to the shop for them to fix if you have to.

You...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-01-14, 09:29 AM
Replies: 10,411
Views: 3,344,309
Posted By jdip

Congrats! How much did you snag it for?

Congrats! How much did you snag it for?
Forum: Road Cycling
07-28-14, 08:12 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,029
Posted By jdip

Another option (not necessarily the best): If...

Another option (not necessarily the best): If you decide to upgrade components and ride the frame into the ground and/or still decide you want to change the frame, you can always just buy a new...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-14, 01:30 AM
Replies: 3,146
Views: 940,856
Posted By jdip

FFFUUUUUU just missed this :crash:. Have been...

FFFUUUUUU just missed this :crash:. Have been waiting for a deal on this for a long time and that price was definitely right.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-19-14, 11:51 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 6,583
Posted By jdip

I have an Orica GreenEdge jersey that I got on...

I have an Orica GreenEdge jersey that I got on sale at PBK. I got it because it was on sale and I like the team. I don't really like the fit of it though (should probably have gone one size up).
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-19-14, 12:24 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,690
Posted By jdip

How tight should the locknuts be against the...

How tight should the locknuts be against the cone? Is quite firm but not super tight correct?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-19-14, 12:17 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,690
Posted By jdip

Thanks for the replies everyone. That...

Thanks for the replies everyone.



That makes sense. I'll see if I can tweak it a bit more.



Haha I like that approach.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-19-14, 12:24 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,690
Posted By jdip

Wheel Hub (cup and cone) Adjustment Questions

Hi guys,

I just spent a couple of hours overhauling the rear hub of my Shimano RS10 wheelset for the first time (wow, getting the adjustment right is a PITA!). I read/watched a whole bunch of...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-14-14, 01:13 PM
Replies: 10,411
Views: 3,344,309
Posted By jdip

Hot! I love the matte grey Cannondale...

Hot!

I love the matte grey Cannondale colorways for this year (also on the SS Evo 6 and 4). Subtle and sexy.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-11-14, 01:13 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,595
Posted By jdip

I don't own a vise so I think I'm going to have...

I don't own a vise so I think I'm going to have to use 2 cone wrenches for adjustments then.

On the topic of hubs, how often do you guys overhaul yours? I'm at 3700km on my Shimano RS-10s. I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-10-14, 10:08 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,595
Posted By jdip

Alright thanks a lot everyone. Looks like I'll...

Alright thanks a lot everyone. Looks like I'll be getting two then.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-10-14, 03:45 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,595
Posted By jdip

Cone wrenches for hubs: 1 or 2?

I want to repack my hubs with grease which I've never done before but I have read up on tutorials and watched a few videos. Sheldon Brown said that two is important for putting it back together and...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-05-14, 07:42 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,031
Posted By jdip

Nasty as in they get disgusting, or is that your...

Nasty as in they get disgusting, or is that your way of saying you don't like the feel?
Forum: Road Cycling
04-27-14, 10:29 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 17,577
Posted By jdip

Scary! Looks like the stem might have been...

Scary! Looks like the stem might have been clamped with too much force... How tight do you tighten the stem bolts? Glad you're ok!



Probably aesthetics.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-25-14, 11:30 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,184
Posted By jdip

You sound like you were really happy with the...

You sound like you were really happy with the SuperSix. I'd get another unless you really want to try something else.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-23-14, 10:15 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 32,166
Posted By jdip

Meh, 5700 is not holding me back in any way. ...

Meh, 5700 is not holding me back in any way. It's just missing the bling factor of higher end groups, and that's fine with me.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-22-14, 03:07 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,079
Posted By jdip

Twerking handlebars, hot!

Twerking handlebars, hot!
Forum: Road Cycling
04-20-14, 01:00 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 8,376
Posted By jdip

Good info as usual :thumb: What wheelset did...

Good info as usual :thumb:

What wheelset did your teammate buy?
Forum: Road Cycling
04-19-14, 08:45 PM
Replies: 2,076
Views: 199,206
Posted By jdip

I ate shyte within 2 minutes the first time I...

I ate shyte within 2 minutes the first time I rode fixed gear. I lost skin on my elbow, hip and managed to scrape the screen on my brand new cell phone. It was a friend's brand new bike. It came...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-19-14, 10:28 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 43,798
Posted By jdip

Yeah that's a good point. I'll ride like this...

Yeah that's a good point. I'll ride like this for a while and let my body get used to it and take it from there.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-18-14, 04:59 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 43,798
Posted By jdip

Hey guys, so I took some of your advice and moved...

Hey guys, so I took some of your advice and moved my saddle back some more and what a difference that made! By scooting my saddle forward, I was actually making the problem worse instead of helping...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-18-14, 01:27 PM
Replies: 10,411
Views: 3,344,309
Posted By jdip

So if the loctite fixed it, does that mean the...

So if the loctite fixed it, does that mean the creak comes from the BB not being seated securely and having some play in the bracket?
Forum: Road Cycling
04-16-14, 09:52 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 43,798
Posted By jdip

It's interesting how my reach may be the opposite...

It's interesting how my reach may be the opposite of what I thought it was (too short instead of too long). I think the culprit for me being hunched over like that is my saddle. I defer to that...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-16-14, 06:48 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 4,580
Posted By jdip

No.

No.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-16-14, 05:03 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 43,798
Posted By jdip

Hi everyone, So I managed to get some...

Hi everyone,

So I managed to get some pictures today... The top tube doesn't look glaringly huge for me in the pics I think... But as you can see the saddle is pretty low.


Maybe my...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-15-14, 04:28 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 43,798
Posted By jdip

Also, talking about flexibility and feeling...

Also, talking about flexibility and feeling stretched out. I think my saddle may possibly have something to do with it. I'm still using the crappy cheapo Cannondale saddle that came with the bike and...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-15-14, 04:19 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 43,798
Posted By jdip

I'd like to thank everyone for all of the...

I'd like to thank everyone for all of the feedback. You are all awesome and super helpful!



Yes it definitely is good advice! I've been studying the geometry chart for my bike and after...
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