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Forum: Road Cycling
09-07-20, 11:23 AM
Replies: 134
Views: 18,480
Posted By shakey start

Yes, what he said, plus balance the front wheel,...

Yes, what he said, plus balance the front wheel, and make sure the axles are tight.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-12-19, 10:18 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 11,213
Posted By shakey start

The cloth tape is really the only thing I have...

The cloth tape is really the only thing I have found that works in the wet, ie rain or sweat. Since I like a larger diameter grip anyway, I just wrap it over a gel/foam polymer tape to give it...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-19-19, 02:54 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 12,324
Posted By shakey start

Same age and same modality. Clearly more...

Same age and same modality. Clearly more susceptible to humidity and higher heat indices, so I guess it's an aging phenomenon. I stay in Colorado for the summers now to escape.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-10-19, 01:09 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,047
Posted By shakey start

You'll find that a lot of gravel and monstercross...

You'll find that a lot of gravel and monstercross bikes are now equipped with some kind of suspension system, ie stem, seatpost, or fork (Lauf, etc.). Guess I'm only slightly ahead of the curve!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-08-19, 03:43 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,047
Posted By shakey start

I'm curious if anyone has found a solution to...

I'm curious if anyone has found a solution to mounting a remote lockout on a 31.8 drop (road bike) bar? Can't believe this doesn't exist!
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-16-19, 09:43 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 4,310
Posted By shakey start

I like Stroopwafels the only problem I've had is...

I like Stroopwafels the only problem I've had is in the cold weather. They turn solid. :(
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-09-18, 07:08 AM
Replies: 1,980
Views: 435,809
Posted By shakey start

Really interesting gearing setup. Can you...

Really interesting gearing setup. Can you explain what you have?
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-29-18, 04:49 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 18,207
Posted By shakey start

Did you say you are tubeless (better...

Did you say you are tubeless (better be)...assuming you are then you could do my unscientific method...keep lowering the pressure until you get that bump feel when the sidewall bumps the rim on a...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-08-18, 06:21 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,615
Posted By shakey start

2.5" Nevegal Pro? You're a strong dude, if'n you...

2.5" Nevegal Pro? You're a strong dude, if'n you can push that tire! But I knew you were a strong dude, given your bar tape colorway! ;)
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-08-18, 06:14 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,206
Posted By shakey start

Actually a good thread. I'm always amused by the...

Actually a good thread. I'm always amused by the extent people go to as to NOT use a pressure washer. Sure, don't hit the bearing areas with it, but everything else will benefit!
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-08-18, 06:06 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 12,675
Posted By shakey start

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/180x180/2afdbe40_ac1e_40e2_8ecc_f5450185e523_1_20d4ab95c767bf38658956ade05ad85f_jpeg_f6ba109d84a59945cbd45287d391ad516b2c7042.jpg



I like...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-04-18, 07:57 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,281
Posted By shakey start

Width? What hub sizes?

Width? What hub sizes?
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-30-18, 05:48 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 5,634
Posted By shakey start

The way I figure it...there are probably much...

The way I figure it...there are probably much fewer text messages going down a gravel road, so probably much fewer distracted drivers.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-30-18, 06:51 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 12,675
Posted By shakey start

Tons of posts on the web re using paraffin. It...

Tons of posts on the web re using paraffin. It lasts, and doesn't attract dust/dirt. Personally I use it combined with MOS2, and I get very little wear My go-to portable lube is DuPont Chain Saver...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-29-18, 09:14 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 12,675
Posted By shakey start

Get an old crock pot for $10, and this...

Get an old crock pot for $10, and this (https://www.amazon.com/Paraffin-Household-Gulf-Wax-Pack/dp/B00D8N3NT6)!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-23-18, 06:42 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 17,979
Posted By shakey start

Reviving an old thread, but still relevant! :) ...

Reviving an old thread, but still relevant! :)

I too am using an XT M8000 crank with a 36 Wolf Tooth ring.
However, my BB shell is an English threaded 68mm, so I was told to buy an Shimano...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-05-18, 06:58 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 39,046
Posted By shakey start

Any updates on the Stallion? What about any...

Any updates on the Stallion?
What about any issues with the component mix?
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-21-18, 07:04 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 12,978
Posted By shakey start

One other consideration is toe overlap. ...

One other consideration is toe overlap. Depending on how your geometry is on you bike, you could have a slight interference. Just check before ordering.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-21-18, 06:57 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 20,671
Posted By shakey start

OP, what he said! Also, you might want to put...

OP, what he said! Also, you might want to put tape on the inside of seat stays and fork just to protect against a tire loaded with mud.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-21-18, 06:54 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 8,771
Posted By shakey start

Hey Mack, simplemind on Voodoo. I see we have...

Hey Mack, simplemind on Voodoo. I see we have both graduated to Gravel! Have you found some decent rides around ATX (w/o long drives)?
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-16-17, 01:17 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 37,070
Posted By shakey start

Of course it all depends on the terrain and...

Of course it all depends on the terrain and elevation, but I'm going with 1.65X at this time. :foo:
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
10-16-17, 07:44 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 18,880
Posted By shakey start

Right..that's one of the reasons the pro's will...

Right..that's one of the reasons the pro's will run a smaller frame with longer stems. With a longer stem rider input will be lessoned.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-14-17, 09:50 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 16,264
Posted By shakey start

https://gzmyu4ma9b-flywheel.netdna-ssl.com/wp-cont...

https://gzmyu4ma9b-flywheel.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/ENVE-SES-3.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
10-11-17, 09:05 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 16,264
Posted By shakey start

I thought I would share my tubeless experience...

I thought I would share my tubeless experience here, since I am waiting on a set of used (old version) ENVE SES 3.4's to arrive.
I have the Vision 40's, which are not tubeless and was told that...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-10-17, 06:36 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 8,772
Posted By shakey start

I've been very happy with Blackburn floor pumps. ...

I've been very happy with Blackburn floor pumps. They have an outstanding warranty, and they aren't expensive. Here (https://www.blackburndesign.com/pumps/floor-pumps/piston-4-floor-pump.html)is...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
09-27-17, 01:02 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,058
Posted By shakey start

Do you have an idea if you could run a 42t...

Do you have an idea if you could run a 42t cassette with your set-up? I'd like to interchange my light MTB wheels with my gravel bike if possible. I have a roadlink on order.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-25-17, 10:03 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,107
Posted By shakey start

Thanks for the insight. As a followup, do you...

Thanks for the insight. As a followup, do you happen to know if the long cage arm of the 6800 derailleur be retrofit to my existing "medium" mech? :foo:
I have read some older posts re the use of...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-23-17, 07:09 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,107
Posted By shakey start

You're right, mine is 50-34. Wow....11-36, ...

You're right, mine is 50-34. Wow....11-36, you're running a long derailluer, right.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-23-17, 02:23 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,107
Posted By shakey start

Help with gearing needed, Ultegra Di2.

I want to get lower gearing on my stock Ultegra FC-6800, which is 50-36 X 11-32. I also want to retain the sweet Shimano shifting, so I'd prefer to stick with Ultegra parts.
Ideally, something...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-06-17, 10:42 PM
Replies: 1,980
Views: 435,809
Posted By shakey start

Have to admit gravel is much more difficult than...

Have to admit gravel is much more difficult than tarmac... usual tarmac ride is 40-50mi. That said, I was on my MTB, since I don't have my Gravel bike...yet!



Good eye Dave, Telluride to...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-06-17, 11:20 AM
Replies: 1,980
Views: 435,809
Posted By shakey start

My first bonified gravel ride. Only 35 miles...

My first bonified gravel ride. Only 35 miles with 4k elevation gain, but I was tired puppy!

https://i.imgur.com/51X1wxV.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
03-16-16, 07:35 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 900
Posted By shakey start

Yeah, I adjusted the screws to just kiss the...

Yeah, I adjusted the screws to just kiss the stops as per instructions. Evidently they need a little more room to function properly.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-15-16, 01:39 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 900
Posted By shakey start

You get an "attaboy" for that one! Backed off 1/2...

You get an "attaboy" for that one! Backed off 1/2 turn and no more down shift. Weird though, went through the whole adj process. It must sense minute force differences thinking it needs to...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-15-16, 01:17 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 900
Posted By shakey start

Both. I just noticed something interesting. On...

Both. I just noticed something interesting. On the bike stand, shifting is smooth and easy into the 30t. BUT, within 30 secs, the derailleur jumps back one cog without any input. What's going on with...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-15-16, 12:32 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 900
Posted By shakey start

That's the published number, but I've read (on...

That's the published number, but I've read (on forums) that 30t works, but 32t does not. Maybe it doesn't!:eek:
Forum: Road Cycling
03-15-16, 12:16 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 900
Posted By shakey start

Trouble with DA Di2 shifting

My Di2 shifters worked so well, UNTIL I changed the cassette from a DA 28T cassette to a SRAM XG-1190 RED 30T cassette. BTW, the system has less than 1000 miles. I read where the SRAM cassette works...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-28-15, 12:46 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,248
Posted By shakey start

Not sure about the term "slippery", however I had...

Not sure about the term "slippery", however I had the standard Zero's and they were difficult to clip-in, even at my 170# weight. I switched to the Light Action Zero's and it was like night and...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-27-15, 09:21 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,248
Posted By shakey start

I'm on Speedplay as well. However I just...

I'm on Speedplay as well. However I just switched to the Light Action Speedplay and I really like them. That's my recommendation!
Forum: Road Cycling
12-15-15, 10:47 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,470
Posted By shakey start

I used melted paraffin in a coffee can 25 yrs ago...

I used melted paraffin in a coffee can 25 yrs ago and it works well. Never had a problem "gumming up" the derailleur, but then I removed the excess while it was still hot. I simply put the can on a...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-15-15, 10:44 AM
Replies: 21,338
Views: 5,192,689
Posted By shakey start

THAT is a sweet kit!

THAT is a sweet kit!
Forum: Road Cycling
12-05-15, 08:03 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 21,764
Posted By shakey start

My ears thank you for all the input! I tried a...

My ears thank you for all the input! I tried a Giordano skull cap (http://www.competitivecyclist.com/giordana-skull-cap-w-windtex-ear-cover) today in 45* slight wind and it worked really well. Head...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-03-15, 05:57 PM
Replies: 119
Views: 20,570
Posted By shakey start

I'm lucky enough to own a Synapse Black. Way...

I'm lucky enough to own a Synapse Black. Way more bike than I am a rider. That said, at first I didn't see it was worth it, however over time I have come to appreciate it for all it has and now I...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-03-15, 05:21 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 21,764
Posted By shakey start

Thanks, no I am looking at 45-60* temps and my...

Thanks, no I am looking at 45-60* temps and my head sweats like crazy in that range, so that's why I don't want a head covering. I have a "Buff" that does a good job if I want my head covered too,...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-03-15, 04:35 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 21,764
Posted By shakey start

Just slightly off op's direction...what works...

Just slightly off op's direction...what works well to cover ears from wind/cold without (1) covering head (2) muffling sound (3) extra bulk?
Forum: Road Cycling
11-25-15, 05:16 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,981
Posted By shakey start

The Nanoflex line was a recommendation from...

The Nanoflex line was a recommendation from several sources. Thanks!
Forum: Road Cycling
11-25-15, 12:17 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,743
Posted By shakey start

I'm curious if he was using a tubeless tire. I...

I'm curious if he was using a tubeless tire. I am running Schwalbe One Tubeless on a non-TR carbon wheelset, no problems (so far), but I bet that's the difference, i.e. tubeless tire vs non-tubeless...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-24-15, 07:38 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 6,216
Posted By shakey start

Nice insight...you have brought a real value to...

Nice insight...you have brought a real value to the forum, and to the OP's question!
Forum: Road Cycling
11-21-15, 09:15 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,944
Posted By shakey start

With the iPhone, the accuracy of distance and...

With the iPhone, the accuracy of distance and especially elevation is much better than that of the Garmin 800 algorithm (Google it). The phone uses both the cell tower triangulation as well as GPS...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-20-15, 08:37 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,981
Posted By shakey start

Thanks for all the input, and it's likely one of...

Thanks for all the input, and it's likely one of those "try one and see how you like it" moments. So, I'm trying the Santina thermal as mentioned above by Fly2Hi, and going from there. Maybe that...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-20-15, 08:32 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,650
Posted By shakey start

The Pro is a lighter version of the One tubeless...

The Pro is a lighter version of the One tubeless I have, but I'm really liking tubeless road. When I switched, I really think there was an improvement in ride quality (over the Ones with tubes). ...
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