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Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-12-24, 05:05 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 440
Posted By Glenn6870

First Gravel ride - Tire Question

I’ll be doing my first organized Gravel ride in March and have a question about tire size. I have a Giant Revolt Advanced 0, and can mount up to 53mm tires. I currently have WTB Byway Road 700x40 as...
Forum: Southeast
06-10-23, 08:41 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,326
Posted By Glenn6870

I live in Simpsonville, which is next town over...

I live in Simpsonville, which is next town over from Greenville. And no, i don’t think Greenville is a commute by bike city. It’s a great area for recreational cycling, but as you requested...
Forum: Mid-Atlantic
05-15-23, 12:06 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 432
Posted By Glenn6870

Virginia Beach

Will be down in VA Beach in a few weeks, curious about some of the riding. We'll be staying just west of First Landing State Park. Couple of questions:

Are you able to ride your bike into Fort...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-15-23, 11:42 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 1,637
Posted By Glenn6870

Problem solved, No need for further input. ...

Problem solved, No need for further input. Thank you all for the suggestions and feedback.

not sure how to close a thread, i looked all over. Consider this topic closed.

thanks
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-14-23, 06:45 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 1,637
Posted By Glenn6870

I was under the impression that you can go onto...

I was under the impression that you can go onto Fort Story with a driver’s license? Is that not the case? Sounds like you can visit the lighthouse, so just curious what you know about visiting Fort...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-14-23, 06:43 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 1,637
Posted By Glenn6870

For those with constructive responses, thank you....

For those with constructive responses, thank you.

For those wondering why not bring it inside, if it was a rental, and it was just the wife and i, i would stick it in the middle of the living room...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-08-23, 09:26 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 1,637
Posted By Glenn6870

Inside Hot Car, or Outside at the Beach?

Going to Virginia Beach for the weekend in the coming weeks, and I'm planning on bringing the bike, but from what I've been told, the condo is small, and really no room to leave the bike inside.
...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-22-22, 02:00 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,594
Posted By Glenn6870

Aerotech for sure. I have a pair of Black Bibs...

Aerotech for sure. I have a pair of Black Bibs 4XL that are tight! All of my Aerotech bigs are 4XL and fit perfectly. I wanted to like the Blackbibs for the price and reviews, but i'll have to...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-04-22, 01:32 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,930
Posted By Glenn6870

thanks for the info. I'm about btween two size so...

thanks for the info. I'm about btween two size so i'm ordering up and thinking i will be ok. The same size in Aerotech is slightly large on me, so if Jakroo is a size smaller, i should be ok.
...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-02-22, 09:46 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 4,622
Posted By Glenn6870

January goal is minimum of 250 miles. Fell...

January goal is minimum of 250 miles.

Fell way short of my goal in 2021 due to being diagnosed with AFIB in September. But I’m finally back on track, so the goal this year is to hit 3000 miles (...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-02-22, 08:42 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,930
Posted By Glenn6870

awesome, thank you for the info. That is what i...

awesome, thank you for the info. That is what i was hoping to hear. Appreciate it!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-02-22, 07:34 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,930
Posted By Glenn6870

thanks, appreciate the info. How do the Pearl...

thanks, appreciate the info. How do the Pearl Izumis fit compared to a normal shirt size? ( keeping mind i’m looking for club fit as well ). I know some companies of cycling gear are comically...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-02-22, 07:31 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,930
Posted By Glenn6870

They offer sizes up to 5XL. I came into the...

They offer sizes up to 5XL. I came into the Clyde’s forum to see if anyone had jersey/bibs from the company and hopefully compared to Aero Tech which you may or may not know also has large sizes. ...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-02-22, 05:35 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,930
Posted By Glenn6870

Just because i don’t have 4000+ posts you think...

Just because i don’t have 4000+ posts you think I’m on here advertising for a company? GFY. I came here looking for someone that can help me make a decision about a big purchase. If i was...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-02-22, 03:58 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,930
Posted By Glenn6870

Pleasanton, CA ...

Pleasanton, CA

https://designlab.jakroo.com/us?lang=en&currency=usd
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-02-22, 02:51 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,930
Posted By Glenn6870

Jakroo Sizing

I’m looking for anyone that has FIRST hand experience with Jakroo jerseys and bibs. Anyone out there? Wondering how they fit compared to others, ideally if you own any jerseys/bibs from Aero Tech...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-06-21, 08:33 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,123
Posted By Glenn6870

Aero Tech Designs for sure. Great company and...

Aero Tech Designs for sure. Great company and great products with a lot of choices in the 3, 4, 5 XL sizes. I have this jacket and it really is almost too warm. I don’t usually ride when it gets...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-06-21, 08:20 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,081
Posted By Glenn6870

What size jacket? If 4xl i would like it please

What size jacket? If 4xl i would like it please
Forum: Road Cycling
07-25-21, 06:42 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,334
Posted By Glenn6870

First off, the new rack showed up on Friday! ...

First off, the new rack showed up on Friday! Very happy with Yakima service.
As to your question about the tension, clearly I am tightening too much. To add to that, I put WD40 on the bolt to...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-20-21, 09:54 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,334
Posted By Glenn6870

update to the story: I just got off of the phone...

update to the story: I just got off of the phone with Yakima. The knob is on back order and could take several months, so they are just going to replace the rack! The rack is on back order too,...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-19-21, 09:08 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,334
Posted By Glenn6870

When i got the rack last year, i was going full...

When i got the rack last year, i was going full Thule ( i had a 50% friends and family discount code ). So i got the Thule Aero Bars but the bike rack was on back order with no ETA. I didn't want to...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-19-21, 09:04 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,334
Posted By Glenn6870

yes, i agree, but Yakima's own customer site says...

yes, i agree, but Yakima's own customer site says there is a difference. Pre 2016 the bolt was tapered, Post 2016 it's squared off. As i said, my rack was purchased last year, so i'm assuming it's...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-19-21, 07:57 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,334
Posted By Glenn6870

Yakima Front Loader

Anyone have the Yakima Front Loader and strip the nut in the Big Red knob? See picture below. I'm dealing with Yakima Customer Support, but like every other bike related company, the back and forth...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-11-21, 06:42 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,746
Posted By Glenn6870

**Update**. I did speak with Topeak the other...

**Update**. I did speak with Topeak the other day. New Pump head is the fix, as was said on this thread, but it is on back order for two months! Knowing that two months could become longer, i just...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-06-21, 07:56 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,746
Posted By Glenn6870

Thanks. Mine does push air. if i close the...

Thanks. Mine does push air. if i close the valve like i would on a tube valve, air will come out. But once you put it on an actual valve, it won't work. I had a buddy stop over on July 4th and he...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-04-21, 07:02 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,746
Posted By Glenn6870

Thank you! I thought i was going crazy that it...

Thank you! I thought i was going crazy that it wasn’t working, but if you have the same one and the head has failed, twice, i feel a lot better now. I’ll take your advice on contacting Topeak….and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-04-21, 05:30 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,746
Posted By Glenn6870

Believe me, I expected some answers like this,...

Believe me, I expected some answers like this, because quite frankly if i was you, I’d be asking the same thing! All while muttering under my breath “this idiot doesn’t know how to use a pump!”
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-04-21, 02:31 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,746
Posted By Glenn6870

Topeak Joe Blow Sport not working

I’ve had the Joe Blow Sport floor pump for over three years now. I know how to use it! However, i went to pump the tires before my ride today and it’s not working. Wheel is Presta, and yes, i’m...
Forum: Southeast
10-22-20, 07:50 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,560
Posted By Glenn6870

Ride was great! Weather was awesome. It was a...

Ride was great! Weather was awesome. It was a little nippy in the beginning, about 52 degrees, but went up to about 63. Sunny the whole day, but if you know the trail, we were in the shade the whole...
Forum: Southeast
10-14-20, 04:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,560
Posted By Glenn6870

Thanks for the responses. Weather forecast looks...

Thanks for the responses. Weather forecast looks perfect. Last time we rode the SCT it was two years ago and at the tail of a hurricane, so it rained most of the day. Was still fun, but looking...
Forum: Southeast
10-08-20, 06:25 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,560
Posted By Glenn6870

My buddies and I are planning on riding the...

My buddies and I are planning on riding the Silver Comet next Saturday ( Oct 17th ) from Hiram to Rockmart and back. Are there any issues with the trail that you know of? Closed, repaving, etc? I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-04-20, 07:38 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,430
Posted By Glenn6870

Another Roam/Varia Radar user here. I love them....

Another Roam/Varia Radar user here. I love them. The color screen with the radar is very cool. And yes, they work together seamlessly.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-21-20, 07:57 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,760
Posted By Glenn6870

I just received my new wheels from...

I just received my new wheels from prowheelbuilder.com. For reference, i ordered on 7/26, they arrived on 8/18 ( I’m in SC and they are in GA so the shipping was very quick, plus i paid for the UPS...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-04-20, 08:53 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 432
Posted By Glenn6870

Thank you all for the responses! Makes me feel...

Thank you all for the responses! Makes me feel better that after spending a bunch of money, i "shouldn't" need to do anything!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-03-20, 02:00 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 432
Posted By Glenn6870

New Wheels....now what?

I finally ordered my new wheelset from ProWheelBuilder.com and they are supposed to ship around Aug 10th. My question is, after I throw them on and start riding, what maintenance/tweaking/adjusting...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-06-20, 04:23 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,193
Posted By Glenn6870

Really enjoyed that series a lot.

Really enjoyed that series a lot.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-29-20, 07:15 PM
Replies: 558
Views: 209,696
Posted By Glenn6870

2017 Contend SL2 Disc ...

2017 Contend SL2 Disc

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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-12-20, 08:03 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,320
Posted By Glenn6870

Coppertone Sport, in the blue bottle. Ive been...

Coppertone Sport, in the blue bottle. Ive been using that for years, so far so good (i have fair skin so i get a full body scan by a dermatologist every year ). He said stick with it, or try the...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-28-20, 05:05 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,543
Posted By Glenn6870

Like TrojanHorse said, try not eating back the...

Like TrojanHorse said, try not eating back the calories you burned. When i track my eating on MyFitnessPal i delete out any calories i “get credit for”. I can see if you did a 4 hour ride and...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-27-20, 08:28 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,944
Posted By Glenn6870

Been riding my Giant Contend SL2 Disc Road bike...

Been riding my Giant Contend SL2 Disc Road bike for over two years with SPD pedals. I have a size 15 shoe, so it was easier for me to find MTB shoes than Road, so i opted for the SPD when i started....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-27-20, 08:15 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,663
Posted By Glenn6870

I was in the market for a new saddle a little...

I was in the market for a new saddle a little over a year ago. My LBS has a try and buy program. I tried several saddles. Put them on, rode 10-15 miles, returned and tried a different one. Then i...
Forum: For Sale
03-09-20, 05:40 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,247
Posted By Glenn6870

responded via PM, if you don’t get it please let...

responded via PM, if you don’t get it please let me know your email and I’ll send you an email directly
Forum: For Sale
03-07-20, 08:20 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,247
Posted By Glenn6870

FS: Wahoo Elemnt

Looking to upgrade to the Roam but in order to do that I’d need to sell my Elemnt. I’ve used this the last two years and have not had one issue with it. Firmware is up to date and it works exactly as...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-11-19, 07:26 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 6,766
Posted By Glenn6870

Water in the ultrasonic cleaner. Throw the parts...

Water in the ultrasonic cleaner. Throw the parts in a ziplock bag with simple green or your preferred cleaner/degreaser ( try to remove as much of the air that you can). Throw the bag in the water...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-28-19, 05:40 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,103
Posted By Glenn6870

I enjoyed my Fitbit HR when i had it. But after...

I enjoyed my Fitbit HR when i had it. But after 13 months of use and being told, you’ll have to buy a new one when it crapped out, i’ll Never buy a Fitbit product again. I don’t use any device...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-13-19, 08:09 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,242
Posted By Glenn6870

When my pedals make that ticking noise its...

When my pedals make that ticking noise its because they’re dirty. Try hosing them off first. That’s a lot easier than any other “fix”. If that doesn’t work, then, well, i have no idea! :-)
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-11-19, 06:57 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,303
Posted By Glenn6870

^^^^This, exactly. Your lungs get a quick break,...

^^^^This, exactly. Your lungs get a quick break, but your legs start screaming. Really need to watch your cadence and power. I learned the hard way before i got a power meter. I was shocked at...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-11-19, 06:30 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 10,245
Posted By Glenn6870

This is all i buy, but i wish they did taste a...

This is all i buy, but i wish they did taste a little more like fig newtons. they are still good. My only other complaint is i wish Costco sold a box of all Raspberry! I have to hide them in the...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-05-19, 06:34 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,542
Posted By Glenn6870

That was when i got it too! The Ultegra version...

That was when i got it too! The Ultegra version was about $100 less than the 105 version. I though it was a no brained.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-29-19, 09:14 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,535
Posted By Glenn6870

Thanks for the heads up. Based on some of the...

Thanks for the heads up. Based on some of the issues i saw in the comments on his video, i’ll Definitely hold out a little while longer before i update mine.
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