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04-19-19, 09:33 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,061
Posted By GodinSession

I have a 2018 Giant Toughroad SLR GX0 and a 2019...

I have a 2018 Giant Toughroad SLR GX0 and a 2019 Giant Revolt Advanced 2. I am definitely an average joe rider, so take my opinon with that in mind. The bikes feel totally different. I have a size...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-08-19, 09:45 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 8,053
Posted By GodinSession

Well, looks like I am outta luck. I emailed SRAM...

Well, looks like I am outta luck. I emailed SRAM and got this response back....SRAM USA (SRAM)

For the Apex 1 asymmetric BCD ring, we only offer rings in 40t, 42t, and 44t. We unfortunately don't...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-08-19, 08:06 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 8,053
Posted By GodinSession

Unfortunately I cannot answer this, as I do not...

Unfortunately I cannot answer this, as I do not understand the question. But based on the specs of my bike this is what I have.
Crankset SRAM Apex, 40T
Bottom Bracket SRAM GXP

It looks like this...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-07-19, 07:53 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 8,053
Posted By GodinSession

Great about being able to change it. Can u...

Great about being able to change it.
Can u point me to a 38 chainring that will work with my crankset. I’m confused as there are ones that mention spacing offset.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-06-19, 06:50 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 8,053
Posted By GodinSession

Sram Apex 1 x 11 Chainring

I just bought a 2018 Giant Toughroad SLR GX 0. It has a sram apex 1 x 11 drivetrain. Here is a link to my bike:
https://www.giant-bicycles.com/us/to...-slr-gx-0-2018...
02-06-19, 12:15 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,635
Posted By GodinSession

Sram Apex 1x11 Chainring question

I just bought a 2018 Giant Toughroad SLR GX 0. It has a sram apex 1 x 11 drivetrain. Here is a link to my bike:
https://www.giant-bicycles.com/us/toughroad-slr-gx-0-2018

It comes stock with a...
01-25-19, 10:19 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 8,382
Posted By GodinSession

Thanks! Yeah I love these pedals!

Thanks!
Yeah I love these pedals!
01-25-19, 08:47 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 8,382
Posted By GodinSession

In my experience the tires/pressure make the...

In my experience the tires/pressure make the biggest difference in comfort. Since this bike is setup tubeless out of the box you can run lower pressure to tame any harshness. Not sure if the Kona u...
01-25-19, 06:40 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 8,382
Posted By GodinSession

just based on my only 2 hour ride today it felt...

just based on my only 2 hour ride today it felt great. With the tires being tubeless and running lower pressure it felt extremely comfortable.
01-25-19, 01:53 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 8,382
Posted By GodinSession

I got it for $1273.00 including tax! They gave me...

I got it for $1273.00 including tax! They gave me 30% off. I was debating between this and the one you got. But decision became easy when I found out they did not have yours in my size. I actually...
01-24-19, 12:33 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 8,382
Posted By GodinSession

New Giant Toughroad

Just pickked this baby up. It’s. 2018 Giant Toughroad SLR GX 0. Cant wait to ride it! Anyone else riding any of the drop bar toughroads? If so how ya like them?...
04-12-17, 12:53 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 13,725
Posted By GodinSession

As far as wear goes, mine still look brand new. ...

As far as wear goes, mine still look brand new. I sure hope mine do not wear like the ones in the pictures above!
04-12-17, 04:59 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 13,725
Posted By GodinSession

After about a year on the saddle I still love it....

After about a year on the saddle I still love it. In fact I recently bought another road bike and first thing I did was get this saddle. On my new bike I am in a racier position so I got the saddle...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-27-17, 08:27 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,879
Posted By GodinSession

They no longer make an aluminum defy. The Contend...

They no longer make an aluminum defy. The Contend replaced it in giants lineup.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-27-17, 08:26 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,879
Posted By GodinSession

Yes it does come with a Garmin mount. You can...

Yes it does come with a Garmin mount. You can see in the pictures my garmin is mounted to it. Along with the garmin mount is an accessories mount which I have a light mounted to.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-27-17, 08:24 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,879
Posted By GodinSession

Brakes are great! Smooth and powerful.

Brakes are great! Smooth and powerful.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-27-17, 12:54 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,879
Posted By GodinSession

Can't recommend it enough. It is a joy to ride! ...

Can't recommend it enough. It is a joy to ride!
Highly recommend the Maxxis Refuse 28mm tires also. Really really smooths out the ride when you get the pressure dialed in.
03-17-17, 06:00 AM
Replies: 3,982
Views: 645,394
Posted By GodinSession

It's beautiful. Would be well worth the trip!

It's beautiful. Would be well worth the trip!
03-03-17, 01:44 PM
Replies: 7,831
Views: 2,858,764
Posted By GodinSession

Sweet looking bike!

Sweet looking bike!
02-18-17, 08:57 PM
Replies: 3,982
Views: 645,394
Posted By GodinSession

Thank You. I just converted it to use the Jones...

Thank You. I just converted it to use the Jones bar and couldn't be happier with it!
02-18-17, 03:47 PM
Replies: 3,982
Views: 645,394
Posted By GodinSession

Ghost Town Trail in Blairsville PA

http://i429.photobucket.com/albums/qq11/mikeley99GodinSession/IMG_1377_zpspx5cf99p.jpg (http://s429.photobucket.com/user/mikeley99GodinSession/media/IMG_1377_zpspx5cf99p.jpg.html)
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02-12-17, 07:17 PM
Replies: 7,831
Views: 2,858,764
Posted By GodinSession

My 2015 Giant Anyroad Converted to a Hybrid

http://i429.photobucket.com/albums/qq11/mikeley99GodinSession/IMG_1355_zpsktk5mx3o.jpg (http://s429.photobucket.com/user/mikeley99GodinSession/media/IMG_1355_zpsktk5mx3o.jpg.html)
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02-11-17, 09:38 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,527
Posted By GodinSession

Thank you. I sure will!

Thank you. I sure will!
02-11-17, 09:38 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,527
Posted By GodinSession

Thank you! It's the 710mm bar. Glad I got this...

Thank you!
It's the 710mm bar. Glad I got this one for this bike as it's quite comfy. Also love how it feels standing and climbing with this bar.
02-11-17, 09:36 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,527
Posted By GodinSession

Actually I do have some fenders to put on it....

Actually I do have some fenders to put on it. Need to do that still.
02-11-17, 01:35 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,527
Posted By GodinSession

Hi Mick! The tires are not stock. They are...

Hi Mick!
The tires are not stock. They are Maxxis Refuse 40mm tires. They are great!
I actually just ordered a pair of the black lambda pedals off eBay. They were a little pricey but I put them on...
02-11-17, 12:17 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 11,709
Posted By GodinSession

For those interested, I posted pics of the...

For those interested, I posted pics of the conversion in the hybrid forum. Here is a link to the post.
...
02-11-17, 12:15 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,527
Posted By GodinSession

Giant Anyroad Hybrid Conversion

Thought I would share some pictures of my converted Giant Anyroad. When I bought my anyroad it was my only bike, but I have since bought a Fatbike and an aluminum Endurance Road bike. So I wanted...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-10-17, 07:06 AM
Replies: 558
Views: 208,949
Posted By GodinSession

Thank you very much! It is cool how they worked...

Thank you very much! It is cool how they worked out the brake system, but as you mention if you need a different sized stem it must be a giant stem.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-09-17, 02:47 PM
Replies: 558
Views: 208,949
Posted By GodinSession

My 2017 Contend SL1 Disc. LOVE LOVE LOVE IT! ...

My 2017 Contend SL1 Disc. LOVE LOVE LOVE IT!


http://i429.photobucket.com/albums/qq11/mikeley99GodinSession/IMG_1351_zpswa7is1cx.jpg...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-04-17, 09:28 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,879
Posted By GodinSession

Yes it is a mirror.

Yes it is a mirror.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-04-17, 04:00 PM
Replies: 27,200
Views: 18,364,243
Posted By GodinSession

2017 Giant Contend SL1 Disc

Couldn't be happier with my new ride!

http://i429.photobucket.com/albums/qq11/mikeley99GodinSession/IMG_1351_zpswa7is1cx.jpg...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-04-17, 03:58 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,879
Posted By GodinSession

New Giant Contend SL1 Disc

Loving this bike! Got it a few weeks ago and have about 6 rides on it now. It is such a fun quick and comfortable bike to ride. I think this bike fits me better than any other bike I have had. ...
02-02-17, 03:21 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 11,709
Posted By GodinSession

I ordered the Jones Loop H-Bar... My Giant...

I ordered the Jones Loop H-Bar...
My Giant Contend has all 105 11 speed parts so I will save the parts off the Giant as backup, well the brifters anyway...
02-02-17, 07:42 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 11,709
Posted By GodinSession

Hi Guys, thanks for all the help. I talked to my...

Hi Guys, thanks for all the help. I talked to my 'good' mechanic last night and decided to do the conversion. He is ordering all the parts. I am sure I could have saved money ordering myself...
02-01-17, 11:54 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 11,709
Posted By GodinSession

So I just got back from my LBS. Took a short...

So I just got back from my LBS. Took a short spin on the toughroad, and I did like it but not enough to consider selling my anyroad and buying it now. I think I would like to look further into...
02-01-17, 09:16 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 11,709
Posted By GodinSession

Thanks for all the responses. I think it's...

Thanks for all the responses. I think it's probably best that I sell the Anyroad and get a Toughroad if I decide to go this route.
I was using my anyroad as my road bike, but I recently got a Giant...
02-01-17, 07:01 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 11,709
Posted By GodinSession

Jones H-Bar Conversion

Hello, I have a Giant Anyroad. It has regular road drop bars with 105 11 speed components along with mechanical disc brakes. It also has cheater brakes on the flat section of the bars.
I am...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-21-17, 07:01 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 10,825
Posted By GodinSession

The brakes are fantastic! I have mechanical disc...

The brakes are fantastic! I have mechanical disc brakes on my Anyroad and they work just fine but the hydraulic system on the Contend are much nicer. You can feather them better for a lack of a...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-21-17, 08:36 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 10,825
Posted By GodinSession

I just purchased the Condend SL1 Disc. My LBS...

I just purchased the Condend SL1 Disc. My LBS sold it to me at 15% off so I was out the door, tax included under $1200.00. It is such an awesome bike. I right away upgraded tires to Maxxis Refuse...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-18-17, 03:51 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 850
Posted By GodinSession

Bike Fit Question

I have two bikes. One is a size small Giant Contend, the other is a size medium Giant anyroad. I am basically in between size small and medium. When I got the anyroad the medium is what my shop...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-13-17, 03:13 PM
Replies: 27,200
Views: 18,364,243
Posted By GodinSession

I just picked up one of these today! Can't wait...

I just picked up one of these today! Can't wait to get some good rides on it. How do you like yours?
01-03-17, 07:53 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,045
Posted By GodinSession

I am in the same boat. My favorite thing to eat...

I am in the same boat. My favorite thing to eat is hoagies. Love my bread, but cutting it out completely is the way for me. I am not missing it since I quit eating sandwiches for lunch every day. ...
01-03-17, 07:43 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,045
Posted By GodinSession

Today, Tuesday 1/3/2017, I commit to healthy...

Today, Tuesday 1/3/2017, I commit to healthy eating and swimming laps at the gym. Healthy eating for me means no sweats, and watching my carbs.

I look forward to this week as the holidays are now...
01-02-17, 07:27 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,045
Posted By GodinSession

Today Jan 2nd 2017, I commit to healthy eating...

Today Jan 2nd 2017, I commit to healthy eating and hitting the gym for a HIIT workout.

Had a great holiday weekend, no alcohol, ate healthy hit the gym and was even able to get a 2 hour bike...
12-30-16, 10:06 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 7,222
Posted By GodinSession

Great thread and great idea! I'm in... ...

Great thread and great idea! I'm in...

Today, Friday 12/30/16 I commit to staying on track this weekend! That means the gym the next four days (Spinning, HIIT, Weights, and Swimming workout). ...
12-27-16, 12:05 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,422
Posted By GodinSession

I love having that extra gear when I need it!

I love having that extra gear when I need it!
12-26-16, 06:48 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,422
Posted By GodinSession

I have a giant anyroad that came stock with an 11...

I have a giant anyroad that came stock with an 11 speed 105 group. 50-34 crank and 11-32 cassette. I got a wolftooth road link and put on an 11-36 cassette. It works quite well. My lbs mechanic...
05-25-16, 01:44 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 25,563
Posted By GodinSession

I actually bought the Anyroad 2 a couple months...

I actually bought the Anyroad 2 a couple months ago. I rode it a few times and just loved how comfortable the geometry was that I began to regret not even considering the comax version. So I went...
05-02-16, 12:49 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 11,240
Posted By GodinSession

I just got a Giant Anyroad Comax and absolutely...

I just got a Giant Anyroad Comax and absolutely love it! Full Carbon 105 for less than 2 grand. My first upgrade was putting on Maxis Refuse 40mm tires as I mostly ride on the road. Love the wider...
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