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Forum: Road Cycling
06-26-20, 10:48 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,701
Posted By hexron

True - but also thanks for the motivation to hit...

True - but also thanks for the motivation to hit the (home) gym!!
Forum: Road Cycling
06-26-20, 10:46 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,701
Posted By hexron

Thanks. Yes, the fitter had me get a Thompson...

Thanks. Yes, the fitter had me get a Thompson SetBack seatpost which I think is 16mm and it's all the way back, but I'll look for a 25mm. I don't want to mess too much with the saddle fore and aft...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-26-20, 10:40 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,701
Posted By hexron

Right! This is ironic because I have been hitting...

Right! This is ironic because I have been hitting the gym off and on for more than a decade (although it may not look it lol) - although it's pretty apparent not doing enough core stuff. After that...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-25-20, 09:26 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,701
Posted By hexron

Pls Critique My Bike Fit - Shoulders are hurtin

About a year and half ago I went to a well respected bike fitter. He resolved all the complaints I had in my lower body (knees, ankles) but his fit introduced new pains in my upper body: namely my...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-02-19, 04:21 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,645
Posted By hexron

Thanks - have a Syntax on the way.

Thanks - have a Syntax on the way.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-30-19, 03:37 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,645
Posted By hexron

Comfy Helmet for Large Noggin

My Specialized Max Helmet is getting old and crusty. Need a XXL Helmet that has more padding maybe and not just a plastic band.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-06-19, 05:48 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 8,220
Posted By hexron

Transitions Glasses?

Thinking about investing in pair of prescription transition lenses. Anyone have any experience? Oakley?

Do they fully go clear and fully dark? When I was a kid I had some that were always a little...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-28-19, 08:54 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,386
Posted By hexron

Tubed. 23m H+SON Archetype. 225lbs. I'm new to...

Tubed. 23m H+SON Archetype. 225lbs. I'm new to gravel and wanted to ride a big gravel race with friends - so trying to convert my roadie into gravel for a short time. I'm starting to understand...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-26-19, 06:30 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,386
Posted By hexron

Tire Pressure for Clement 35 USH

Anyone have these tires? Tried them for the first time - and hit a patch of really bad gravel and flatted after about 2mi (and got a pin chunk taken out of my rim). I'm thinking for tubulars I had...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-22-19, 09:02 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,398
Posted By hexron

How to Loosen Dual Pivot Brake

Brand new Grand Cru Long Reach Dual Pivot brakes.The front brake seems ok but the rear just has way too much tension. Installed new cables, new housing. Then just checked by pinching the brakes...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-06-19, 01:10 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,602
Posted By hexron

Help with Radial Truing

Trying my second wheel build. Starting to build up tension - drive side is coming along - between 19-20 on my Park Tool for 2.0/1.8 comp spokes. Have an acceptable lateral true for how loose stuff is...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-27-19, 08:36 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 4,310
Posted By hexron

Best Portable Nutrition for Gravel Century

I'm Cliffed and gelled out! What are people eating on 4-8 hr rides other than energy bars and gels?
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-19-19, 02:32 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,458
Posted By hexron

Upgrade from 105 to Ultegra Gravel Questions

Long story short don't have as much as I thought I would for a new gravel-specific bike so transforming my road bike drivetrain from a 4yo 105 5800 to a new Ultegra 8000: fd, rd-rx800, 11-32 cassette...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-06-19, 10:42 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,404
Posted By hexron

Awesome info- thanks!

Awesome info- thanks!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-06-19, 10:02 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,404
Posted By hexron

Proper Disc Brake setup Soma Wolverine/DCD

I'm a total newb to disc brakes and am trying to decide between a Soma Wolverine and DCD. I have a good deal potentially on an older 2015 Ultegra Hydraulic group and just want to make sure it will...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-03-19, 09:46 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,910
Posted By hexron

Sorry - yes thanks - I did see a doctor - total...

Sorry - yes thanks - I did see a doctor - total blood work - was worried about thyroid - everything came back A OK.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-03-19, 04:46 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,910
Posted By hexron

Chronic Fatigue Anecdotes

Anyone have chronic fatigue they couldn't shake? I'm interested in hearing people's experience coping with this. What's the line between over-doing it a bit and a real problem?

I've been dealing...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-01-19, 06:58 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,451
Posted By hexron

Thoughts on VO Grand Cru Brakes

Anyone used Velo Orange Grand Cru long reach brakes (https://velo-orange.com/products/grand-cru-long-reach-brakes)? Just got a pair for xmas - but am thinking of returning and just getting some...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-01-19, 03:49 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,723
Posted By hexron

Figuring out Brake+Fender Mount

I had an LBS in my old hometown install fenders for me a couple years ago. They talked me into an adapter set so the fender interface wouldn't be up against the frame. Ok - well now I want to install...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-19-18, 09:56 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,202
Posted By hexron

Is this is Shim or a Wedge?

What is difference between shim and wedge - I'm confused. What is this on my cleat? What is its purpose!?!?!
...
Forum: Commuting
08-24-18, 01:40 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 683
Posted By hexron

STI 105 Shifters with Disc Brakes

I'm thinking of making a move to a disc frame - the Gunnar Hyper XX. Right now I've got a 105 group on my road bike - all I'd need is a mechanical disc brake like the SRAM Avid BB7 correct and disc...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-20-18, 05:33 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,036
Posted By hexron

Thanks all for the advice! A couple cm can indeed...

Thanks all for the advice! A couple cm can indeed be big - at least in handlebars I've noticed this.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-18-18, 10:46 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,036
Posted By hexron

Setback Seatpost? Shorter Cranks?

I'm in the process of getting a fit and wanted to ask fellow clydes what they think. I've got a 64cm Soma ES. I'm 6'7" with a 35.5" inseam - so shorter legs and big torso.

A. When you have go get...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-18-18, 03:57 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 727
Posted By hexron

Adapter for MTB shoe in Road Pedal

Fitter is insisting I try road shoes/road pedals to help balance out my pedal stroke and alleviate some knee/ankle problems. I'd really love to hold on to my MTB shoes for winter and commuting...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-14-18, 04:06 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 13,663
Posted By hexron

Holy wheelsets batshram!

Holy wheelsets batshram!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-14-18, 04:05 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,222
Posted By hexron

I want a Gunnar Hyper XX or Soma FogCutter. If I...

I want a Gunnar Hyper XX or Soma FogCutter. If I can swing the budget I'd like to get a custom geo at Gunnar but likely can't afford it. Right now I'm about 240 and I've got a Soma ES on 32s which I...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-31-18, 10:07 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 13,663
Posted By hexron

Resurrecting this thread to say this is the bike...

Resurrecting this thread to say this is the bike I want to build almost exactly. What's the wheelset and brakes?
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-31-18, 09:58 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,222
Posted By hexron

I realize this is a crazy old post - but wanted...

I realize this is a crazy old post - but wanted to say thanks for this advice. I'm looking at a custom geo for a Gunnar for short legs in relation to long torso. Do they adjust tubing for clydes?
Forum: Training & Nutrition
07-23-18, 03:44 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,110
Posted By hexron

Wow thanks for the advice here everyone! I...

Wow thanks for the advice here everyone! I decided after talking to the doc and looking at MRIs to just rest and wait for my bike fit appointment which is about 3 weeks away anyway. I don't want to...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
07-18-18, 08:38 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,110
Posted By hexron

Thanks guys. I wish I would have not gotten a...

Thanks guys. I wish I would have not gotten a bike trainer over the winter and just rested.... sucks to be down in the middle of summer....
Forum: Training & Nutrition
07-17-18, 03:25 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,110
Posted By hexron

Steroid Shot or Rest?

So riding too hard without stretching enough on an ill-fitting bike can lead to problems. So while I wait for my 2nd bike fit - time to rest and look into some yoga.

I've got some patella...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-10-18, 01:04 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,956
Posted By hexron

Hey Minnman - came across your post about fitting...

Hey Minnman - came across your post about fitting in the Twin Cities - any luck? Any suggestions?
Forum: Road Cycling
07-10-18, 10:44 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 667
Posted By hexron

Ankle Pain, Possible Ankle Synovitis?

Has anyone ever encountered Ankle Synovitis? I went and had xrays today on my ankles after dealing with some stupid pain on the top of my ankle right where it meets the leg. All of this came after I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-29-18, 02:04 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 671
Posted By hexron

105 Brake is Sticky

What parts inside a 105 5800 STI shifter do I need to lube for the brake squeeze to funciton more smoothly? I put a new cable/housing - it seems like something's rubbing in there....
Forum: Road Cycling
06-19-18, 03:54 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,102
Posted By hexron

It's weird. She showed me how with how I was...

It's weird. She showed me how with how I was previously sitting on the bike - I wasn't utilizing my hams or glutes really at all. She said my toe was always pointing down. So she had me bend more...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-17-18, 03:33 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,102
Posted By hexron

New Top of Foot/Ankle Pain

Well I had to go and mess with a good thing. My first good road shoes disintegrated so I finally invested in some SIDI Dominator shoes for road/gravel/commuting. I always for some reason shoved my...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-11-18, 02:27 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 876
Posted By hexron

Thanks all!

Thanks all!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-11-18, 12:12 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 876
Posted By hexron

Repurpose older spokes?

Have a Hed C2 laced with DT Swiss Comps that took a big hit and bent. Wondering if I can just get the new c2 rim and use the old spokes. Wheel is about 2.5 years old and has about 2k miles...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-05-18, 08:17 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,750
Posted By hexron

I know this is an old thread - but thought I'd...

I know this is an old thread - but thought I'd chime in here. Thanks for the rec here on Hill Killer. I got an XLT jersey and the fit is pretty awesome. I'm 6'6" 230 and have been looking for a tall...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-02-18, 02:23 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 11,102
Posted By hexron

Rockin - thanks for throwing Black Mountain out...

Rockin - thanks for throwing Black Mountain out there - I always seem to forget they make bigger cross bikes.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-02-18, 02:22 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 11,102
Posted By hexron

nice

nice
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-01-18, 03:49 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 11,102
Posted By hexron

Oh good God - that Inflite is now my dream bike.

Oh good God - that Inflite is now my dream bike.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-01-18, 10:49 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 11,102
Posted By hexron

64cm or above - Road/Gravel Bike

Looking for a lightweight 64 or 66cm bike that can accept something like a 35c tire for gravel but still be fast enough for 18/19mph group rides. Is there any option other than Soma and Gunnar?
Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-27-18, 01:44 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 6,836
Posted By hexron

Rockin

Rockin
Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-27-18, 01:43 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 6,836
Posted By hexron

Whoa! That's quite the road through to a...

Whoa! That's quite the road through to a solution. Yes, I'm going to find a good doc I think.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-27-18, 01:41 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 6,836
Posted By hexron

Thanks so much for the pointers. I've been...

Thanks so much for the pointers. I've been listening to the TrainerRoad Coach Podcast and am going to reset this winter and try to build more Aerobic capacity with some basic structured training.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-27-18, 01:39 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 6,836
Posted By hexron

Thanks will give this a shot. I feel like other...

Thanks will give this a shot. I feel like other people I know get invigorated after a good ride - I want to feel good after a medium effort ride and not like I have to lay down.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-26-18, 09:36 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 6,836
Posted By hexron

Cannot Figure this Fatigue Out

For a couple years I've been haphazardly riding and trying to get to my goal: 50mi ride averaging 16mph. I've just recently started looking at more structured training, but figure I will wait until...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-26-18, 09:00 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,071
Posted By hexron

Thanks for the advice, will google this...

Thanks for the advice, will google this compression cone thing - whether it's seated - don't know what that means....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-25-18, 01:37 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,071
Posted By hexron

Top Headset Pieces need to sit flush?

Was changing the stem and my headset started coming apart and fork started to fall out. Haven't serviced my headset in a while - wondering do these top two pieces - were they once one piece - or are...
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