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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-06-18, 04:56 AM
Replies: 6,243
Views: 566,074
Posted By airforce1

97.6 mi with 5522 ft elevation gain

97.6 mi with 5522 ft elevation gain
Forum: Road Cycling
04-03-18, 11:18 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,597
Posted By airforce1

So just to update, I’ve been doing a mixture of...

So just to update, I’ve been doing a mixture of hill climbs and flats, averaging ~ 80 miles/week. This month I will be doing longer rides ~ 70 miles and up. I think the medio fondo is now a more...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-01-18, 03:13 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,549
Posted By airforce1

Oh my lord, my C13 was super stiff and I returned...

Oh my lord, my C13 was super stiff and I returned it after less than a mile ride. Nut sack and inner thigh was numb. Disappointed to know since I depended on Brooks comfort along with lightweight...
Forum: Mountain Biking
02-09-18, 06:41 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 23,678
Posted By airforce1

LOL, shame on you to post this but got a belly...

LOL, shame on you to post this but got a belly laugh.

Giant makes bang for the buck bikes. Consider Talon bike in the under $1000 category.

But it would help if you specified budget limits.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-09-18, 06:35 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,047
Posted By airforce1

Offer is only good for carbon clinchers, no disc...

Offer is only good for carbon clinchers, no disc brakes :(
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-08-18, 08:18 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,047
Posted By airforce1

Congrats! Post here for personal experiences. ...

Congrats! Post here for personal experiences. Would love to hear them.

Thanks!
Forum: Road Bike Marketplace
02-08-18, 08:16 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,352
Posted By airforce1

sent you PM.

sent you PM.
Forum: Touring
02-04-18, 10:05 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,065
Posted By airforce1

doing the Seorak Gran Fondo in May! Anyone else?

doing the Seorak Gran Fondo in May! Anyone else?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-04-18, 09:48 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,047
Posted By airforce1

Prime Carbon wheel opinion?

I am looking into upgrading to carbon disc brake wheels and looks like Wiggle have in-house carbon examples for a really good price.


Anyone with long term experience with these?


The RPs...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
02-01-18, 07:12 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,209
Posted By airforce1

yes, was wondering about this too. More info...

yes, was wondering about this too. More info here:


https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Univega
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
01-28-18, 07:11 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,111
Posted By airforce1

Hi Texas, I sent you a response to your PM. ...

Hi Texas, I sent you a response to your PM. Thanks!
Forum: Want To Buy
01-27-18, 05:41 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,767
Posted By airforce1

found one. Thanks!

found one. Thanks!
Forum: Want To Buy
01-23-18, 06:04 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,767
Posted By airforce1

WTB-Brooks C15/C17 Cambium Carved in Black

Let me know your shipped price to Guam zipcode 96913 (USPS rates apply)

Thanks!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-22-18, 12:50 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 699
Posted By airforce1

Campy Porsche wheel

Not sure if this has been posted before:


https://jalopnik.com/campagnolos-40802-might-be-the-coolest-wheel-in-history-1822278077


I personally think they look fantastic!
Forum: For Sale
01-21-18, 04:12 AM
Replies: 1,401
Sticky Saddle swap
Views: 389,148
Posted By airforce1

Looking for a Brooks C15 or C16 with or without...

Looking for a Brooks C15 or C16 with or without cut outs. Thanks!
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
01-21-18, 04:04 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 16,817
Posted By airforce1

Hope you find an answer. I have the opposite...

Hope you find an answer. I have the opposite problem: short legs, long torso.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-18-18, 02:30 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 8,905
Posted By airforce1

Wondering about this as well. Also does Canyon...

Wondering about this as well. Also does Canyon customize crank length?
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
01-18-18, 02:29 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 9,451
Posted By airforce1

Saddle height was set at correct height.

Saddle height was set at correct height.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
01-18-18, 02:15 PM
Replies: 154
Views: 80,544
Posted By airforce1

Yeah it's $29.75 including free...

Yeah it's $29.75 including free shipping...thought I would post some options
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
01-18-18, 02:09 PM
Replies: 170
Views: 87,166
Posted By airforce1

I just bought this and will be arriving shortly. ...

I just bought this and will be arriving shortly. i will post on how well it holds up:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01M67V3S5/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=A2DFQFX85FIEDK&psc=1
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
01-18-18, 02:09 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,571
Posted By airforce1

I just bought this and will be arriving shortly. ...

I just bought this and will be arriving shortly. i will post on how well it holds up:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01M67V3S5/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=A2DFQFX85FIEDK&psc=1
Forum: Touring
01-17-18, 11:27 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 11,295
Posted By airforce1

That Brooks Cambium C17 Carved looks great! ...

That Brooks Cambium C17 Carved looks great! Anyone know where Brooks saddles are currently being discounted? Thanks!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-17-18, 11:23 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 11,641
Posted By airforce1

BEFORE bike: 2010 Fuji Newest 1.0 ...

BEFORE bike: 2010 Fuji Newest 1.0 https://archive.fujibikes.com/2010/Fuji/newest-10-usa
AFTER bike: 2017 Giant TCR Advanced Disc 2 https://www.giant-bicycles.com/ca/tcr-advanced-2-disc-2017

I...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
01-17-18, 10:56 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 9,451
Posted By airforce1

wow, just calculated my crank length to be 160...

wow, just calculated my crank length to be 160 cm.

I have been getting front knee discomfort after a quick bike fit from the LBS.

I got it initially from running and wondering now if crank...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-17-18, 05:07 PM
Replies: 229
Views: 103,945
Posted By airforce1

I am not familiar with Specialized but if parts...

I am not familiar with Specialized but if parts are NLA, can you drop in a standard stem and handlebar as a replacement?
Forum: Touring
01-17-18, 08:43 AM
Replies: 128
Views: 17,175
Posted By airforce1

Genius!

Genius!
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
01-17-18, 07:42 AM
Replies: 154
Views: 80,544
Posted By airforce1

I've had a positive experience with this light: ...

I've had a positive experience with this light:

https://www.amazon.com/CygoLite-Hotrod-50-Rechargeable-Bicycle/dp/B013FIWQ5U/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8

I typically ride very early in...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
01-17-18, 07:22 AM
Replies: 928
Views: 359,591
Posted By airforce1

A search of this thread has a few mentions of...

A search of this thread has a few mentions of using cheaper (not not bike centric) Fenix flashlights with a mount. Even with a mount, it appears the newish flashlight have a better lumen/$ ratio. ...
Forum: Touring
01-17-18, 07:01 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 11,295
Posted By airforce1

Which reseller do you work with? Are they an...

Which reseller do you work with? Are they an online company?
Forum: Road Cycling
01-17-18, 06:39 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 45,412
Posted By airforce1

:thumb:

:thumb:
Forum: Road Cycling
01-16-18, 11:22 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,597
Posted By airforce1

Uh oh, You guys are skeering me! The website...

Uh oh, You guys are skeering me! The website (which BTW is horribly slow) stated an elevation change of 2500km or 8200 ft. I will need to download this map and see for myself. I might start...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
01-16-18, 10:06 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 19,839
Posted By airforce1

Oh, I thought it would make life HARDER *snort*

Oh, I thought it would make life HARDER *snort*
Forum: Road Cycling
01-16-18, 11:54 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 45,412
Posted By airforce1

Are you Cinderella? Black, always. ...

Are you Cinderella?

Black, always.

White reminds me of Nurse Ratched in One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest. They're just scary/goofy.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-16-18, 11:44 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,597
Posted By airforce1

Great advice! Will be upping my distance per day...

Great advice! Will be upping my distance per day as you suggested. Just ordered a tube repair kit w/ glue but I have read not so stellar reviews on glueless kits. Care to share your experience? ...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
01-16-18, 08:41 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 20,185
Posted By airforce1

OK, so I will be doing my first Gran Fondo in...

OK, so I will be doing my first Gran Fondo in Korea. Other than the physical challenges, there are 2 additional hurdles:

1. I won't have cell phone coverage in a foreign country
2. 8-10+ hour...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
01-15-18, 09:08 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 49,304
Posted By airforce1

Looks like mostly positive reviews here. ...

Looks like mostly positive reviews here.


Anyone here previously use a Garmin 520 and moved to the Bolt?


Also, has anyone tried integrating the Bolt to Garmin Vector 3 power meter...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-15-18, 05:58 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,597
Posted By airforce1

Wonderful advice ATWL! I have read...

Wonderful advice ATWL!

I have read conflicting reports about spending too much time at the feed stations, causing riders to cool down too long and increasing the difficulty to regain your...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-15-18, 02:39 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,597
Posted By airforce1

My first Gran Fondo!

Hi Guys,

I just registered for my first Gran Fondo May 12th in the Seorak Mountains, Korea.

Course info: http://granfondo.kr/en_courseinfo1_3

I'm quite excited but nervous about the trip. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-14-18, 04:06 AM
Replies: 10,541
Views: 1,552,010
Posted By airforce1

Anyone have a IronMan or know someone offering...

Anyone have a IronMan or know someone offering their for sale? I fit in a modern bike size 51-52. Thanks!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-07-18, 07:41 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 7,595
Posted By airforce1

I can see why the OP might like doing this. Part...

I can see why the OP might like doing this. Part of the fun is just wrenching and upgrading and taking something old into something new and improved.

But for the same money I could have bought a...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-05-18, 06:12 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 13,704
Posted By airforce1

Have you considered a close-out bike model with...

Have you considered a close-out bike model with better components at a lower price? You can save a bundle and walk out with a higher quality bike, albeit a slightly older model.
Forum: For Sale
01-04-18, 07:48 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,844
Posted By airforce1

Bike still for sale? I'm 5'7" with 30 inch...

Bike still for sale? I'm 5'7" with 30 inch inseam. Think this bike might fit me?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-01-17, 08:24 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,406
Posted By airforce1

I concur. OP, you will be getting better...

I concur.

OP, you will be getting better components and yet have a warranty to guard against defects.

Personally, I have never had any issues with bikes regardless of brand so I would press...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-29-17, 06:47 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,406
Posted By airforce1

That Cube is a nice looking bike. I like the...

That Cube is a nice looking bike. I like the bigger cage 105 rear derailleur and the 11-32T rear cassette which should help you in the hills. It was noted here that it was a nice bang for the buck...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-28-17, 02:22 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,406
Posted By airforce1

Another choice: closeout bikes at your local...

Another choice: closeout bikes at your local dealer? Might get some good deals on newish bikes.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-27-17, 07:39 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,276
Posted By airforce1

OP, informative article here about disc rotor...

OP, informative article here about disc rotor size:

cyclist.co.uk/news/233/road-bike-disc-brakes-does-bigger-mean-better
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-27-17, 07:37 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 814
Posted By airforce1

I just bought a 2017 Giant TCR Advanced 2 Disc...

I just bought a 2017 Giant TCR Advanced 2 Disc (CF, 105, disc brakes) at LBS for closeout price of under $1300.
Forum: Introductions
11-21-17, 11:22 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,013
Posted By airforce1

welcome!

welcome!
Forum: Introductions
11-21-17, 11:22 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 653
Posted By airforce1

welcome!

welcome!
Forum: Introductions
11-21-17, 11:21 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,420
Posted By airforce1

welcome!

welcome!
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