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Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-22-17, 12:55 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,780
Posted By theVelvetLie

I had a mechanical DNF at mile 125 of Dirty Kanza...

I had a mechanical DNF at mile 125 of Dirty Kanza 200, so Gravel Worlds was my redemption, per se. The course was MUCH tougher than DK. Everything after Malcolm got hard and it got HOT.

Have you...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-21-17, 10:59 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,780
Posted By theVelvetLie

How'd you fare? I saw your bike parked outside of...

How'd you fare? I saw your bike parked outside of the general store in Malcolm. I dealt with serious stomach cramps from the first gas station until the end (vomited at mile 135 to boot), but still...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-17-17, 03:21 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,780
Posted By theVelvetLie

I do not have a Garmin, but had no issues with...

I do not have a Garmin, but had no issues with uploading the GPX file on my Sigma Rox. Organizers said they have a verified TCX working, though.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-16-17, 01:11 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,780
Posted By theVelvetLie

I'll be there for the 150 and completely...

I'll be there for the 150 and completely unprepared.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-08-17, 10:29 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,175
Posted By theVelvetLie

Cool! I really like the copper/black standard...

Cool! I really like the copper/black standard color they're offering. I may get one of those to build over the winter.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-08-17, 08:42 AM
Replies: 1,161
Views: 316,008
Posted By theVelvetLie

My mountain bike was QR, which is where the...

My mountain bike was QR, which is where the wheels originally were. I'm moving them from my MTB to my gravel bike, a Specialized Sequoia, and the frame takes 12x100/142 thru axles.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-07-17, 10:27 AM
Replies: 557
Views: 203,531
Posted By theVelvetLie

Yes. No. Any aluminum frame will haul kid...

Yes. No.

Any aluminum frame will haul kid trailer. You won't void the warranty.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-07-17, 10:24 AM
Replies: 1,161
Views: 316,008
Posted By theVelvetLie

White Industries M16 thru axle conversion to...

White Industries M16 thru axle conversion to convert my 650b QR mtb wheels to 12x100 and 12x142 to use them on my Sequoia. Gonna buy some Gravelking SK 650x48 this weekend and use them for Gravel...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-28-17, 10:31 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 17,784
Posted By theVelvetLie

These came on my Sequoia. I had a rash of flats...

These came on my Sequoia. I had a rash of flats after about 1,000 miles of commuting riding. I didn't spend much time, if any, on gravel, but I got a decent cut in the rear from a shard of glass that...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-01-17, 01:36 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 12,640
Posted By theVelvetLie

I have the 46/32 on my Specialized Sequoia and...

I have the 46/32 on my Specialized Sequoia and they seem to be great. I've yet to really put them to the test, though.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-17-17, 12:12 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,296
Posted By theVelvetLie

I had my 200 confirmation by 8:01 a.m. Went...

I had my 200 confirmation by 8:01 a.m. Went smoother than I expected. I have experienced signup sites crash for utramarathons with less available slots, so I came prepared. All three of us shop guys...
Forum: Commuting
10-19-16, 08:05 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 13,873
Posted By theVelvetLie

Currently using a Chrome messenger bag for school...

Currently using a Chrome messenger bag for school books and a pannier to carry anything else like locks, change of clothes/shoes, or groceries I may pick up on the way home. Strongly considering...
Forum: Commuting
10-19-16, 08:01 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 7,252
Posted By theVelvetLie

I've been on my Cross Check for 3 years now, been...

I've been on my Cross Check for 3 years now, been car-free commuting for 4 years. Ready to give up the Cross Check in favor of a disc brake road setup.
Forum: Commuting
03-03-14, 03:29 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,381,949
Posted By theVelvetLie

Here is one of my daily commuters. It's a Rocky...

Here is one of my daily commuters. It's a Rocky Mountain frame, Surly 1x1 fork, mismatched handbuilt wheels from the 90's, Salsa handlebars from my fat bike, a Bontrager stem and crank from a road...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-17-14, 04:33 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,541
Posted By theVelvetLie

Looks like the seat stays will take a rack, but...

Looks like the seat stays will take a rack, but the dropouts they used won't. Going to guess someone screwed up or it was just designed poorly. If you're not going to use the IS disc brake mount then...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-20-11, 10:15 PM
Replies: 254
Views: 58,580
Posted By theVelvetLie

http://i.imgur.com/HXlpXl.jpg My Felt ZC. I...

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

My Felt ZC. I had originally purchased a Z6, but the frame came in damaged from UPS so Felt sent me the ZC to replace (hence the Z6 parts). I'm already thinking of...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-11-11, 08:14 AM
Replies: 2,482
Views: 101,889
Posted By theVelvetLie

Karpets easily could have gotten pulled towards...

Karpets easily could have gotten pulled towards Contador if the bars hooked the saddle if Contador tried to jerk them apart. They release as he's still jerking to part and he goes flying left. I'll...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-09-11, 10:46 PM
Replies: 2,482
Views: 101,889
Posted By theVelvetLie

I haven't liked Contador since he attacked Kloden...

I haven't liked Contador since he attacked Kloden on Stage 17 of 2009's TdF.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-04-11, 01:54 PM
Replies: 155
Views: 5,326
Posted By theVelvetLie

I broke my computer.

I broke my computer.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-22-11, 08:11 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,775
Posted By theVelvetLie

Take the cleat down to your local hardware store,...

Take the cleat down to your local hardware store, ask them to match it up. It's most likely metric. Try to get stainless. I manage the hardware department of a True Value and had a guy bring in his...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-17-11, 08:39 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 8,027
Posted By theVelvetLie

My legs are 27.5 inches in circumference. I used...

My legs are 27.5 inches in circumference. I used to be a lineman on my high school football team. All I ever did was squat. That's probably why I sucked.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-13-11, 10:12 PM
Replies: 134
Views: 6,061
Posted By theVelvetLie

2011 Felt ZC and a 1980-something Miyata 210.

2011 Felt ZC and a 1980-something Miyata 210.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-11-11, 05:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 725
Posted By theVelvetLie

He should switch gruppos then.

He should switch gruppos then.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-06-11, 09:51 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 2,636
Posted By theVelvetLie

I was hit from behind while stopped in a Wendy's...

I was hit from behind while stopped in a Wendy's parking lot two years ago. Bent rear wheel, dislocated shoulder. Nothing serious. Got up and I was alone. Worst feeling I have ever felt. Driver drove...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-05-11, 12:27 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 917
Posted By theVelvetLie

I will be on one of those next year. Most likely...

I will be on one of those next year. Most likely an AR4. They're probably the hottest bikes I've ever seen.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-22-11, 09:51 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 16,343
Posted By theVelvetLie

I'm running microSHIFT 10 speed shifters on my...

I'm running microSHIFT 10 speed shifters on my Felt with 105 front and rear derailleurs (Felt ZC/Z6 mashup). They're okay, but I think I'll upgrade to 105 shifters soon. They're kind of clunky and...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-21-11, 09:25 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,749
Posted By theVelvetLie

As the only person that I know of in the area on...

As the only person that I know of in the area on a Felt, I see Cervelo, Trek, and Specialized everywhere. There are two Trek stores (one Trek only, one Trek + Cannondale), one that sells Giant only,...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-08-11, 07:37 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,491
Posted By theVelvetLie

It all happened to fast for me to crap myself. ...

It all happened to fast for me to crap myself.



It'd be too much of a hassle to repair/replace if possible, might as well toss.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-08-11, 06:41 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,491
Posted By theVelvetLie

At least your first flat wasn't going downhill at...

At least your first flat wasn't going downhill at 35mph with traffic flying past. I saw the light that morning. Then walked home because I didn't have a replacement tube on me.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-08-11, 06:38 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 355
Posted By theVelvetLie

Awesome! I think, for the most part, it's...

Awesome!

I think, for the most part, it's the cycling business as a whole that has great customer service. Felt's is great, too. My Z6 showed up with some damage to the frame so they were going to...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-21-11, 09:53 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,030
Posted By theVelvetLie

My only "epic" ride was when I attempted my first...

My only "epic" ride was when I attempted my first solo century. I was riding along the Great River Trail in Moline, IL to Savanna, IL. I had started at my home in Davenport, IA and traveled down the...
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