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Forum: Road Cycling
05-25-16, 03:16 AM
Replies: 191
Views: 29,459
Posted By lesdunham

With only 30 miles on the 6800 I cannot say...

With only 30 miles on the 6800 I cannot say absolutely on it. But no problems and no surprises. With your situation which ever bike and type of riding is done most by you is where your investment...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-20-16, 09:49 PM
Replies: 191
Views: 29,459
Posted By lesdunham

522750522751 The 2 bikes (Chinerello and S5)...

522750522751

The 2 bikes (Chinerello and S5) mentioned. The Pinerello has about 15k miles on it. The S5 about 30. TBD on the better of the two. Pin has Ultegra 6700 and S5 now has Ultegra 6800....
Forum: Road Cycling
05-19-16, 10:22 PM
Replies: 191
Views: 29,459
Posted By lesdunham

I am building (rebuilding) on my 3rd frame from....

I am building (rebuilding) on my 3rd frame from. This one was caused by loaning my back up bike to a friend and then a car turned into their file of riders. Fork and head tube cracked. So bought a...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-23-14, 07:32 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,770
Posted By lesdunham

Ultegra does have black and gray. In years that...

Ultegra does have black and gray. In years that it does have the SL version there may be a 3rd variation in colors. The color does not make you faster.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-15-14, 06:37 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 5,408
Posted By lesdunham

Spacing should be the same. Disc brakes are...

Spacing should be the same. Disc brakes are becoming more common on road bikes due to use of carbon wheels and the carbon is not such a good braking surface. But for disc brakes road frames have to...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-09-14, 06:20 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 4,903
Posted By lesdunham

Around April 10th. The heavier bike with wider...

Around April 10th. The heavier bike with wider tires for winter does good until the temps get to 50, then all the animals want to come out and ride.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-09-14, 08:27 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,478
Posted By lesdunham

If you know your size and have even a little...

If you know your size and have even a little mechanic ability this is worth considering -
http://www.bikesdirect.com/products/motobecane/super_strada_xiv.htm
Forum: Road Cycling
02-08-14, 02:59 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 950
Posted By lesdunham

One suggestion is to wear another layer like a...

One suggestion is to wear another layer like a vest on your torso. The body gives priority to that before the extremities. If that does not help look to neoprene like fishing or diving gloves. Some...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-25-14, 09:39 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,945
Posted By lesdunham

I rode it 2.5 years ago. It is a good course. The...

I rode it 2.5 years ago. It is a good course. The 2 even memorable climbs are just south of Puyallup and going over the Longview bridge. You can overnight in the community college gym in Centralia...
Forum: Winter Cycling
01-03-14, 07:43 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,581
Posted By lesdunham

I use neoprene gloves and they help quite a bit....

I use neoprene gloves and they help quite a bit. Just careful when it warms up or if your hands sweat, they do not breathe well at all. Also keep your core warm with another layer maybe even out onto...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-01-14, 08:08 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,243
Posted By lesdunham

I rode a set of Vuelta Corsa Lite's for 1.5 years...

I rode a set of Vuelta Corsa Lite's for 1.5 years and really like them. But I like Soul 3.0's just a little better on the bike I ride most. The Vuelta's are on the bike on the trainer. I would...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-24-13, 07:43 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,648
Posted By lesdunham

Maybe try the Selle SMP Junior (Hell). I have...

Maybe try the Selle SMP Junior (Hell). I have used them now for 1.5 years and with the perfect fit for me it is the only saddle I will ever ride on. Good luck finding the right saddle for you.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-22-13, 01:40 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 7,582
Posted By lesdunham

If you are happy with it now than that is enough....

If you are happy with it now than that is enough. If getting a new bike would increase the 100-175 miles a week significantly or make you much faster it would be something to consider. Probably not...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-19-13, 06:14 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,146
Posted By lesdunham

The first 1-3 times you ride clipless your quads...

The first 1-3 times you ride clipless your quads might hurt the day after. You have never been able to pull up on the pedals before, even though it seems not perceptible. Eventually you will fall 2-4...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-23-13, 07:01 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,113
Posted By lesdunham

I agree 1000%. Ride what makes you happy. No one...

I agree 1000%. Ride what makes you happy. No one else does any pedaling for you and they will not treat you differently as long as you are a smooth and predictable rider. Of course if you are a poser...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-20-13, 08:33 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,053
Posted By lesdunham

I think for your budget this is probably the...

I think for your budget this is probably the biggest bang for the buck -
http://www.bikesdirect.com/products/motobecane/road_bikes/lechampion-cf-comp-xiv.htm

Shimano 105 is a workhorse drivetrain...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-13-13, 07:10 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 719
Posted By lesdunham

350628 It sounds like you are where I was 2...

350628

It sounds like you are where I was 2 years ago. I had a Moto IF with 19k miles on it, no problems. But when I had a right hip replaced I wanted a new bike to fit better. Was looking at the...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-11-13, 10:51 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,926
Posted By lesdunham

I think I would find a local shop that is not...

I think I would find a local shop that is not state of the art or a machine shop. It is true that this won't be a warranty fix so look to someone with experience, 2 rivets or blind rivets with a new...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-11-13, 10:35 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,646
Posted By lesdunham

I actually ride a Diamondback Insight2 that is in...

I actually ride a Diamondback Insight2 that is in the stable now. It is a hybrid, so in the spring when it is time to get back on the road bike there is a lot of snap in the legs (for about 2 weeks...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-10-13, 08:08 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,646
Posted By lesdunham

In Michigan I limit myself to 25 degrees F and...

In Michigan I limit myself to 25 degrees F and the roads have to be clear. This usually means about 1/3 of days on weekends get weathered out. Dress so that you just chilled standing there getting...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-04-13, 05:16 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,405
Posted By lesdunham

A saddle is the most personal item on a bike. You...

A saddle is the most personal item on a bike. You have to find one that fits you. I ride the Selle SMP and it fits me perfectly. I can get on or off the bike and feel no apprehension at all. Good...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-25-13, 05:54 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 770
Posted By lesdunham

I have known 2 people with the BD Titanium and...

I have known 2 people with the BD Titanium and both are really happy with them. Ultegra drive trains work well in almost all conditions. They are a bike for a lifetime .... they last forever.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-22-13, 07:31 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,144
Posted By lesdunham

Congrats, keep it up. Shoot for bigger and better...

Congrats, keep it up. Shoot for bigger and better every year.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-16-13, 02:24 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 4,517
Posted By lesdunham

40 is nearly shorts and T shirt weather after a...

40 is nearly shorts and T shirt weather after a Michigan winter. Either a trainer or winter gear and tough it out. Riding outside in the winter builds up the strength of one's immune system, imo ....
Forum: Road Cycling
07-31-13, 07:45 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 9,755
Posted By lesdunham

I have this. 332249 In November 2011 I had a...

I have this. 332249 In November 2011 I had a total right hip replacement and my wife let me buy a new bike to fit me better. I bought the frame from Aliexpress, the Ultegra compact double group off...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-31-13, 07:30 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,037
Posted By lesdunham

You might boot the tire and it lasts as long as a...

You might boot the tire and it lasts as long as a normal tire. Throwing $60 in the trash can is never a good feeling but consider yourself lucky it was just a flat and maybe a tire .... could have...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-16-13, 06:41 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 11,828
Posted By lesdunham

20 months ago I bought a Chinerello frame, now it...

20 months ago I bought a Chinerello frame, now it has about 7,000 miles on it. As good as any other frame out there imo. And I did buy another generic frame. Very similar to a Ridley Noah and put an...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-03-13, 09:02 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 10,376
Posted By lesdunham

I have a set that have about 6k miles on them. No...

I have a set that have about 6k miles on them. No problems ever. They are on a bike on the trainer now. I also use Soul S 3.0's on my main road bike. Just a reliable but weight is a little less. Both...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-17-13, 06:16 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,406
Posted By lesdunham

311420 If you want the most bike for the...

311420

If you want the most bike for the dollar, why not purchase frame, group, wheels and put it together. This frame is from China (Aliexpress), Ultegra Compact Double (Ebay), and Soul S3.0...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-07-13, 07:05 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 764
Posted By lesdunham

Nothing wrong with getting some exercise and...

Nothing wrong with getting some exercise and fresh air. By the time you have symptoms it aint getting any worse. I think your body gets stronger and the little creepies don't like fresh clean air. In...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-05-13, 06:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 976
Posted By lesdunham

I agree with Looigi. Any (or zero) platform below...

I agree with Looigi. Any (or zero) platform below the clip area is un-noticed. I was surprised too. I put these on a road bike and they actually work nice -...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-21-13, 07:34 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 594
Posted By lesdunham

I have always considered this one of the best...

I have always considered this one of the best values out there.
http://www.bikesdirect.com/products/motobecane/sprint_x.htm

I rode the Immortal Force for 6 years and 19k miles. It is much the...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-17-13, 09:05 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 4,962
Posted By lesdunham

I have used SPD only for 8 years (~25,000 miles)...

I have used SPD only for 8 years (~25,000 miles) with no trouble. It depends mostly on if you walk a lot and what kind of conditions are present. In MI you can always get anything and when it is...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-17-13, 06:58 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,429
Posted By lesdunham

I leave the chain as is and just lube normally,...

I leave the chain as is and just lube normally, once every 2 weeks or as cleaning requires. It prematurely takes away inner mechanism lube to clean intensly. Too much and too often lube also serves...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-09-13, 06:53 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,617
Posted By lesdunham

In my opinion the frame looks ok. Seat maybe a...

In my opinion the frame looks ok. Seat maybe a little low and maybe get a little longer stem. If your toes don't hit the wheel on a slow turn (toe overlap) than significant changes are unwarranted....
Forum: Road Cycling
03-06-13, 07:41 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,451
Posted By lesdunham

I have done 7 different transactions via...

I have done 7 different transactions via aliexpress or alibaba. 2 carbon frames, 4 different cycle clothing purchases, and 1 spacers/skewers/bottle cages. All transactions recieved without damage. 2...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-27-13, 06:06 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 990
Posted By lesdunham

In 30-40 degree temps 2 layers up top and one...

In 30-40 degree temps 2 layers up top and one layer (tights or leg warmers) works in MI. I suggest that you dress so that before you ride (just standing there) you feel a little chilled. A "Can we...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-17-13, 09:53 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 359
Posted By lesdunham

Probably a 48 cm frame is right. Shop around they...

Probably a 48 cm frame is right. Shop around they are out there. Or go with compact geometry frame. The top tube slopes downward towark the rear. HYbrids/crossbikes seem to like this design, just not...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-15-13, 04:33 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,374
Posted By lesdunham

I agree to give it a few rides, make some...

I agree to give it a few rides, make some adjustments. Your glute muscles need a little time to re-strengthen and adjustment may help significantly. That said, I switched to Selle SMP in April 2012...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-13-13, 05:00 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,067
Posted By lesdunham

I had the bottom bracket replaced one time in...

I had the bottom bracket replaced one time in that 19,000 miles. Went to a lighter set of wheels (Soul S2.0's) after about 4 years, not because of any problems. My methodology is tires when changed...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-12-13, 07:45 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,067
Posted By lesdunham

Not exactly your answer, but I rode the...

Not exactly your answer, but I rode the Motobecane Immortal Force for 6 years and 19k miles. It has the same drivetrain basicly (that 6603 and todays Sprint). It is solid. I think that the Sprint is...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-09-13, 07:03 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,077
Posted By lesdunham

It is a little cheaper to buy as a whole. But 2...

It is a little cheaper to buy as a whole. But 2 things are in favor of buying for assembly. 1) you now get exactly what you want (no upgrades for a while) and 2) if you like to do your own work it is...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-05-13, 06:35 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 794
Posted By lesdunham

Damn, now I am going to die of stress worrying...

Damn, now I am going to die of stress worrying about breathing while trying be healthy on the bike.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-31-13, 05:37 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 3,050
Posted By lesdunham

TOSRV in OH, 2nd weekend in May Horsey 100 in...

TOSRV in OH, 2nd weekend in May
Horsey 100 in KY, May 26
Assenmacher 100 in Aug., Mi
MS Ride in Tenn. Oct 5/6
A couple of other long (100 mile) rides in there somewhere too.

I did Seattle to...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-25-13, 09:03 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,756
Posted By lesdunham

It is not always your opinion. If your dead...

It is not always your opinion. If your dead someone else may sue for the loss. It would be nice if we all were reasonable but some look for deep pockets especially after a loss. It happened on...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-24-13, 06:52 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,646
Posted By lesdunham

A saddle it probably the most personal item on...

A saddle it probably the most personal item on the bike. The right fitting saddle for you is a journey sometimes. What fit on your other bikes? Probably gives you an idea of contour for your comfort....
Forum: Road Cycling
01-24-13, 06:43 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 7,116
Posted By lesdunham

If you know your size and are capable to put on a...

If you know your size and are capable to put on a brake caliper, adjust the seat height/angle, and can tighten the handlebars then Bikes Direct deserves consideration.

For your budget I would...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-23-13, 06:12 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,756
Posted By lesdunham

Setting up as a 501(c)3 is probably the most time...

Setting up as a 501(c)3 is probably the most time consuming at the beginning, maybe up to a year. Creating a charter/by-laws with a county is easy, copy someone else. Our club meets in the public...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-14-13, 03:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,422
Posted By lesdunham

I have done 4 seperate orders of clothing thru...

I have done 4 seperate orders of clothing thru Aliexpress. 2 were normal/quick, 1 was nearly 2.5 weeks, and the other was 26 days in shipping and the tracking was worthless. I would say order a size...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-11-13, 03:13 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 658
Posted By lesdunham

Why chance it? Change the tire and give yourself...

Why chance it? Change the tire and give yourself some piece of mind that it is better/right. If it were someone else you really cared about would you say ok for them to ride it?
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