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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-30-20, 07:32 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 8,941
Posted By Yellowlab

Well, you may both be right. I'm sure the entry...

Well, you may both be right. I'm sure the entry level Domane's are heavier and the larger sizes will be heavier. The more expensive ones are going to weigh less and again the smaller sizes less. So...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-30-20, 05:55 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 8,941
Posted By Yellowlab

I'm blessed to have the best of both worlds. My...

I'm blessed to have the best of both worlds. My wife rides an E-bike with a rack and trunk on it. I can put all of my tools, water bottles, etc on her bike. She couldn't care less because the e-bike...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-30-20, 05:49 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 8,941
Posted By Yellowlab

Thanks! These Emondas are amazin machines, I love...

Thanks! These Emondas are amazin machines, I love mine to bits. Even being used I didn't have to do anything to it out of the box other than light assembly. I rode it all season and it is only now in...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-29-20, 09:51 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 8,941
Posted By Yellowlab

I just can't shell out for a "high end" bike....

I just can't shell out for a "high end" bike. Seems like you get to the point where you pay an extra $1000 for every pound of weight the bike looses. Buying used however has been a different story.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-28-20, 06:22 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 6,460
Posted By Yellowlab

2019 61cm Specialized Allez Elite. Pic is at York...

2019 61cm Specialized Allez Elite. Pic is at York Beach in Maine taken yesterday, Nov 27th. My wife was trying out her new e-bike, we ended up going 42 miles which was her longest ride ever. She was...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-27-20, 05:31 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,966
Posted By Yellowlab

Love the white-walls, that is an all around...

Love the white-walls, that is an all around awesome looking and versatile bike, I can see why you kept that one.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-27-20, 04:59 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 907
Posted By Yellowlab

I just went through this and did a ton of...

I just went through this and did a ton of research. I actually ordered the 520 plus and then cancelled the order after doing a little more research. The Garmin 520 plus was a great bike computer and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-26-20, 12:48 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 15,050
Posted By Yellowlab

I found a way to measure if or how much the top...

I found a way to measure if or how much the top tube is bent. I simply took a string and looped it around the seat post and head tube above the top tube. It seems the top tube is in fact ever so...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-26-20, 09:56 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 6,460
Posted By Yellowlab

Hey, we're practially related. 60cm H1 Trek...

Hey, we're practially related.
60cm H1 Trek Emonda SLR 8.
I bought it sight unseen online because it was such a smoking deal. When I got it I was pretty bummed out that I would not be able to ride...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-24-20, 08:11 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 15,050
Posted By Yellowlab

I understand the thread at this point is large...

I understand the thread at this point is large enough to deter people from wanting to read the whole thing, I probably wouldn't have so I don't blame you, but.......had you read the rest of the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-24-20, 06:36 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 15,050
Posted By Yellowlab

Duragrouch, thank you, I think you are right, the...

Duragrouch, thank you, I think you are right, the number of layers alone wiill likely be of sufficient strenght to overcome most any aspects of the repair that would not be considered optimal.

I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-24-20, 05:12 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 15,050
Posted By Yellowlab

stevoo, that's a great point now that you mention...

stevoo, that's a great point now that you mention it. Nobody has brought that up. I just took a 6 foot level over to the trainer to see if there was any way I could check alignment. I know I can't...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-23-20, 08:07 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 15,050
Posted By Yellowlab

After taking the repaired bike to the shop to...

After taking the repaired bike to the shop to have them inspect it, I feel that what you are saying about it not being a space shuttle has a lot of truth to it. A bit of fuss has been made in this...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-23-20, 06:44 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 15,050
Posted By Yellowlab

Well at this point I've already taken it to a...

Well at this point I've already taken it to a shop that has experience with frame repair for a hands on inspection. They were pretty reassuring that the repair is structurally overkill for the amount...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-23-20, 06:36 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 15,050
Posted By Yellowlab

Yeah, it's a good one :) The bike is normally on...

Yeah, it's a good one :) The bike is normally on a rack up on the wall in the shed where we keep the tractor. That day, I had not put it up on the rack and it was leaned up against the wall. I was...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-23-20, 06:31 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 15,050
Posted By Yellowlab

Hi Trek, that is a great idea. I didn't actually...

Hi Trek, that is a great idea. I didn't actually think to do that. I probably would in the future, I just happen to pay less for this bike than my home owners deductible. Thank you for the kind words...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-22-20, 03:05 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 15,050
Posted By Yellowlab

For what it's worth, our LBS is open on Sundays...

For what it's worth, our LBS is open on Sundays so I just took the bike there to have it inspected. The owner and his mechanic both came out to look at it. I'd call them aquaintences at this point,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-22-20, 06:19 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 15,050
Posted By Yellowlab

Wow, that's pretty wild! I didn't realize even...

Wow, that's pretty wild! I didn't realize even the z shaped part was carbon fiber also. Makes sense though, I guess anyone with a prosthetic leg would not want a solid metal foot to pull around. I'm...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-21-20, 05:31 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 15,050
Posted By Yellowlab

Huh, that is pretty crazy looking. Looks more...

Huh, that is pretty crazy looking. Looks more like a prosthetic limb. What is that for anyway?

'm assuming preimpregnated means with epoxy? I didn't have a vacuum so I was only able to use the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-21-20, 04:36 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 15,050
Posted By Yellowlab

That's true and like Sonofamechanic pointed out...

That's true and like Sonofamechanic pointed out there are still 2/3 of the top tube intact.

A question though. Now that I think about it, if Carbon fiber is so bad at handling compression, how are...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-21-20, 03:21 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 15,050
Posted By Yellowlab

Ok, so it's more the properties of carbon fiber...

Ok, so it's more the properties of carbon fiber having a propensity to crack under pressure. That I can understand. So basically just the sheer volume of carbon fiber is what will hopefully prevent...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-21-20, 03:02 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 15,050
Posted By Yellowlab

Ahhhhh ok! I get it now. Well if that's the case...

Ahhhhh ok! I get it now. Well if that's the case then I would think that the repair should be plenty capable of handling the compression between the steerer tube and seat tube? Even when I am...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-21-20, 02:01 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 15,050
Posted By Yellowlab

You got that right, sooo many opinions :)....

You got that right, sooo many opinions :). Fortunately the bad responses are expected so it's easy to ignore them. However, whether or not I did the repair correctly, I most like reading feedback...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-21-20, 09:42 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 6,162
Posted By Yellowlab

Bike buying is a classic example of "point of...

Bike buying is a classic example of "point of diminishing returns". There will be a very large jump in quality just going from a $300 Wal-Mart bike to a "real" $800 or $1000 entry level name brand...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-21-20, 12:05 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 15,050
Posted By Yellowlab

Thank you Darth Lefty! Ive never heard of UNI and...

Thank you Darth Lefty! Ive never heard of UNI and a Google search brings up a million things I am sure you aren't referring to. Can you help me out a little more with that one please?

Thanks again...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-20-20, 10:25 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 15,050
Posted By Yellowlab

Sounds like somebody didn't read the entire OP....

Sounds like somebody didn't read the entire OP. There is a layer of fiberglass between the aluminium and carbon fiber for that exact reason. To eliminate galvanic corrosion. I really hammered it on...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-20-20, 08:46 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 15,050
Posted By Yellowlab

I took the bike on a 30 mile ride today with a...

I took the bike on a 30 mile ride today with a buddy and absolutely hammered on it. I kept a watchful eye on the repaired top tube but I wasn't gentle. I'm not entirely positive what exactly would...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-19-20, 09:23 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 15,050
Posted By Yellowlab

Awesome story! I love hearing about stuff like...

Awesome story! I love hearing about stuff like that. That inner tube idea sounds pretty brilliant to come up with on the spot. Not sure I would have thought of that one. Might even be easier to apply...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-19-20, 05:20 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 15,050
Posted By Yellowlab

Thank you dabac! That is great info about the...

Thank you dabac! That is great info about the etching. I wish we had conversed a couple of weeks ago :-) It is nice hearing the opinions of everyone but I appreciate most getting feedback from...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-19-20, 03:10 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 15,050
Posted By Yellowlab

sch, thank you for the feedback. I should have...

sch, thank you for the feedback. I should have mentioned in my OP that this bike is only used on a trainer in the winter for Zwift. I have two other road bikes I use during the summer so this repair...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-19-20, 03:08 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 15,050
Posted By Yellowlab

Berner, thank you for the feedback! I appreciate...

Berner, thank you for the feedback! I appreciate very much hearing from someone that has a lot of experience with these materials saying you think it is a fine job. I wouldn't be able to say so...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-19-20, 03:03 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 15,050
Posted By Yellowlab

Hi reconnaissance, thank you for the feedback. I...

Hi reconnaissance, thank you for the feedback. I was backing the tractor into the shed and looking behind me to do so. When I cut the wheel slightly to adjust, the bucket which sits way out in front...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-19-20, 02:53 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 15,050
Posted By Yellowlab

Well, I did exceed the number of layers he used...

Well, I did exceed the number of layers he used for his repair and also spread the tapering out beyond the ratio of repair area that he recommended. I'll post the video here so others may view if...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-19-20, 02:41 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 15,050
Posted By Yellowlab

HI CargoDane, thank you for the feedback. It was...

HI CargoDane, thank you for the feedback. It was actually two seperate "treatments" or "wraps" of several layers each. The first wrap had 4 layers of carbon and the second wrap had 3 for a total of...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-19-20, 01:05 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 15,050
Posted By Yellowlab

Well I am looking for feedback one way or the...

Well I am looking for feedback one way or the other and I appreciate your view. Also, your profile indicates you either own or work at a bike shop so you have experience. Can I ask is there something...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-19-20, 12:26 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 15,050
Posted By Yellowlab

Part 2 continued

Part 2
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Step nine: Sand first carbon treatment to desired look. I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-19-20, 12:25 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 15,050
Posted By Yellowlab

**Update post 78** Big hole in top tube (aluminum repair with carbon fiber

So long story short I punched a huge hole in the top tube of my 2019 Specialized Allez that I've only had for about 6 months. Of course I can't replace it because there are zero bikes/frames at this...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-19-20, 10:01 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,083
Posted By Yellowlab

Trek FX3 looks like a great choice for your first...

Trek FX3 looks like a great choice for your first new bike! An all arounder so you can ride roads but with a little wider wheels so you could do some gravel, etc if you want. Actually looks similar...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-19-20, 07:32 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,083
Posted By Yellowlab

For street riding I picked up a 2016 Trek Emonda...

For street riding I picked up a 2016 Trek Emonda SLR 8. I could normally never talk myself into spending that kind of money on a bike but I bought it used on Bicycle Blue Book Nov 2019 at the end of...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-19-20, 07:27 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,569
Posted By Yellowlab

Yes, that is very understandable. I'll bring the...

Yes, that is very understandable. I'll bring the bike back to my LBS to show them the repair and get their opinion. I'm not sure the nature of the repair was something that either shop was aware of...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-17-20, 05:01 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,083
Posted By Yellowlab

Nearly identical situation here. 6'3 210 lbs and...

Nearly identical situation here. 6'3 210 lbs and after a bit of a learning curve I now really like being out of the saddle and climbing. I agree with you about being out over the bars and letting the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-17-20, 04:44 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,304
Posted By Yellowlab

Great look! You certainly put a lot of time into...

Great look! You certainly put a lot of time into it and I appreciate the originality of the steampunk kind of look! Congrats
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-17-20, 04:40 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,569
Posted By Yellowlab

Great news on the quick turnaround! I understand...

Great news on the quick turnaround! I understand fully the feeling of not being able to fix something myself and having to give in to a pro. I am in the opposite situation right now. I am fixing a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-17-20, 04:27 PM
Replies: 276
Views: 21,025
Posted By Yellowlab

I concur with others, a bike fit may do wonders...

I concur with others, a bike fit may do wonders to make it more comfortable. The proper padded shorts will also help a great deal with comfort issues. They make them to just look like normal shorts...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-17-20, 04:18 PM
Replies: 266
Views: 27,931
Posted By Yellowlab

I too cycle for cardio and understand the...

I too cycle for cardio and understand the importance of weight training especially into later years, I just really dislike weights and unfortunately have a desk job that ties up a lot of time. Until...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-27-20, 08:15 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,080
Posted By Yellowlab

Front Isospeed working? Not working?

Hello everyone!

I took delivery of a used 2018 Trek Domane SLR 6 and am curious if there is something wrong with the front Isospeed. I can't feel any more forgiveness in the front than other bikes...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-16-20, 10:41 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 12,780
Posted By Yellowlab

I didn't take supplements most of my life, eating...

I didn't take supplements most of my life, eating a varied diet of lots of veggies, some meats and fish, etc. Pretty healthy I think. I also have had a "minor" heart condition since at least early...
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