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Forum: Road Cycling
01-13-20, 10:04 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 15,409
Posted By jkonst

I didn't bed the pads in - should have done that...

I didn't bed the pads in - should have done that (I do wish Fezzari included setup hints/a getting started guide with the bike!). The issue was grit on the brake pad, I'm pretty sure - was getting a...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-10-20, 02:14 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 8,659
Posted By jkonst

We're probably just dealing with different...

We're probably just dealing with different situations in our riding... I think a lot of this debate just comes down to context. I'm in NYC, and really don't want a car trying to squeeze past me when...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-10-20, 01:42 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 8,659
Posted By jkonst

Not to belabor the debate, but I feel like we're...

Not to belabor the debate, but I feel like we're splitting hairs a bit here. For a newer rider, I would just say: don't try to hug the curb, really in any situation. It's not safe for many reasons...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-08-20, 12:24 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 15,409
Posted By jkonst

This is a good writeup on the subject. In general...

This is a good writeup on the subject. In general the main reason for dropped seat stays is comfort: https://road.cc/content/feature/267053-dropped-seat-stay-trend-aero-comfort-or-just-gimmick

The...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-08-20, 11:56 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 15,409
Posted By jkonst

Awesome, thank you - I really appreciate the...

Awesome, thank you - I really appreciate the diagnosis and advice.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-08-20, 11:35 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 15,409
Posted By jkonst

Attaching a better close-up, and a shot to show...

Attaching a better close-up, and a shot to show the location. You can also see the mark (feels like a scratch) on the top of the top tube, right above the larger area on the side of the top tube.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-08-20, 11:01 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 15,409
Posted By jkonst

Yes, I'm leaning that way... maybe asking them to...

Yes, I'm leaning that way... maybe asking them to include the case is a reasonable request given it's going to be about two months from my order date to me being able to use the bike. My partner...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-08-20, 10:58 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 15,409
Posted By jkonst

Yeah, I was a little surprised by that carbon...

Yeah, I was a little surprised by that carbon look and the variation that comes with it, but it's sort of cool. My finish (excepting that spot) looks like yours. I wish there were more colorful...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-07-20, 10:04 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 15,409
Posted By jkonst

I received my Team Edition (SRAM Red) with ENVE...

I received my Team Edition (SRAM Red) with ENVE 4.5 ARs about a week ago. I've got one ride in so far - all was good except my brakes were howling at the end of my short/somewhat wet ride...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-22-19, 11:35 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,005
Posted By jkonst

Aside from any potential negative mechanical...

Aside from any potential negative mechanical effects of cross-chaining, my main reason to avoid that combination is you're out of gears to move up or down to (without also shifting in the front)....
Forum: Road Cycling
12-02-19, 02:55 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 15,409
Posted By jkonst

I actually placed an order for the Favero Assioma...

I actually placed an order for the Favero Assioma Duos this weekend. They were down to $577 for a couple days (direct from Favero), and I like that I can easily take them with me if I travel or...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-02-19, 02:52 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 15,409
Posted By jkonst

You got it! I feel the same way about the colors....

You got it! I feel the same way about the colors. Decent chance I go for a custom paint job at some point, but we'll see how I feel about the black after the next season.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-02-19, 01:59 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 15,409
Posted By jkonst

I ordered the Team Edition (SRAM Red) this...

I ordered the Team Edition (SRAM Red) this weekend. Subbed in the ENVE SES 4.5 AR with white decals, added three bottle holders, and tubeless Schwalbe Pro Ones, on an XL black/teal frame. Not sure...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-02-19, 10:47 AM
Replies: 108
Views: 14,558
Posted By jkonst

I've encountered this. I'm generally on a 61cm/XL...

I've encountered this. I'm generally on a 61cm/XL frame, so I sort of get it... it's potentially hundreds of dollars in shipping/labor to get a bike in stock in my size, build it up, let me test ride...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-01-19, 11:47 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 7,156
Posted By jkonst

Seems like you've probably seen ENVE's list, but...

Seems like you've probably seen ENVE's list, but posting below for posterity. Not terribly extensive, but there are some options out there. I'm going to run the new Schwalbe Pro Ones on my 4.5 ARs...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-26-19, 09:47 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,094
Posted By jkonst

I’m also in NY and would love to have a bike like...

I’m also in NY and would love to have a bike like that. I Citi Bike around town, currently. I’m considering buying something similar to what you’ve done, or maybe going single speed from Brooklyn...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-26-19, 07:15 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 15,806
Posted By jkonst

BluFalconActual - any updated impressions? I was...

BluFalconActual - any updated impressions? I was thinking of pulling the trigger on Black Friday (still can't post links, but add /empire-BF to their URL). But curious to hear any other real world...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-07-19, 03:50 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 15,806
Posted By jkonst

There's a new review up at Bike Rumor (I can't...

There's a new review up at Bike Rumor (I can't link to it <10 posts, but you can search for it there). I'm also looking at the SL Team, and have considered the Giant TCR and Ultimate/Endurace, but...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-29-19, 11:26 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 9,266
Posted By jkonst

I pay for Strava. I don't directly hook up...

I pay for Strava. I don't directly hook up sensors to the app, so this doesn't affect me as of today (though it limits future flexibility) - but the rationale for this change, and especially the...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-20-19, 01:44 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 15,806
Posted By jkonst

Awesome, thanks for all the information....

Awesome, thanks for all the information. Definitely interested in hearing further impressions (ride, drivetrain, etc.) as you get some more miles in the saddle. I'm looking to buy in the next few...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-20-19, 08:46 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 15,806
Posted By jkonst

Joined this forum just to learn more! I've been...

Joined this forum just to learn more! I've been really interested in the Empire SL (considering the Team Edition, currently), but as you said, there isn't much information out there other than a few...
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