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Forum: Road Cycling
05-22-18, 11:15 AM
Replies: 2,239
Views: 567,159
Posted By Delwis

Trek Domane SL6. ...

Trek Domane SL6.
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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-20-18, 04:16 PM
Replies: 3,578
Views: 985,734
Posted By Delwis

Domane SL6

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Forum: Road Cycling
05-20-18, 02:52 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 9,555
Posted By Delwis

I strongly considered a Tarmac DA, the Emonda SL6...

I strongly considered a Tarmac DA, the Emonda SL6 and a couple others. But, I felt that these old bones needed a little flexibility in a bike. I prefer rim brakes on a road bike. The Domane will...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-20-18, 02:44 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 9,555
Posted By Delwis

It's a 60. Don't know seatmast or inseam. Sorry....

It's a 60. Don't know seatmast or inseam. Sorry. (I wear 34 insean pants and the seat mast is stock if that helps.) At 6'-2" I am on the higher end of 60 and lower end of 62. The 60 as shown, fits...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-19-18, 08:34 PM
Replies: 316
Views: 37,435
Posted By Delwis

Smile Took a Break

I've been off here for a while. I've been on a lot of forums over the years and sometimes I need a break. Thanks for asking!

The FX has all Ultegra DT and Deore XT Brakes now and is a fantastic...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-19-18, 07:13 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 9,555
Posted By Delwis

Domane SL6

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Picked this up about a month ago. Made a few small changes.Shimano...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-10-18, 08:40 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 9,555
Posted By Delwis

I did look briefly at Vitus. That and the others...

I did look briefly at Vitus. That and the others you mentioned seem too obscure to me. I already have to drive an hour to shops that carry mainstream brands.

But, like I said. I am drawn to the...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-10-18, 08:05 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 8,548
Posted By Delwis

Zektors are cool. Can't wait to see it! In the...

Zektors are cool. Can't wait to see it! In the meantime.......

Trek Zektor 3
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Forum: Road Cycling
03-10-18, 04:21 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 9,555
Posted By Delwis

Thanks. I looked at everything from Biachi to...

Thanks. I looked at everything from Biachi to Trek.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-10-18, 04:17 PM
Replies: 316
Views: 37,435
Posted By Delwis

Oh yeah. I put the Shimano pads on since I won't...

Oh yeah. I put the Shimano pads on since I won't need them for the TwistR's. Pretty easy job. Here she is.

https://s18.postimg.org/mlvuiomuh/IMG_3188.jpg (https://postimg.org/image/b9j90we5h/)...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-10-18, 03:42 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 9,555
Posted By Delwis

LOL Thanks! I'm pretty much settled on the SL 6...

LOL Thanks! I'm pretty much settled on the SL 6 now. Hope I can get it in my size. Maybe I'll see one at the Expo tomorrow.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-10-18, 03:39 PM
Replies: 316
Views: 37,435
Posted By Delwis

Now, back the the hybrid. I had two failures and...

Now, back the the hybrid. I had two failures and two wins today. The new cork grips I got were too tiny to use. No wonder they were so cheap. And the Delta stem riser I got came with too short of...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-10-18, 03:32 PM
Replies: 316
Views: 37,435
Posted By Delwis

Thanks Laurido. I looked at everything I...

Thanks Laurido.

I looked at everything I could find. Crunched numbers, made lists and compared components. Read uncounted reviews by owners and pro writers. From Bianchi to Trek. Kept coming...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-10-18, 10:15 AM
Replies: 95
Views: 9,555
Posted By Delwis

Me too. I keep coming back to it and I have...

Me too. I keep coming back to it and I have spent many, many hours looking. To me, it seems the best for the price point, I like the looks, IsoSpeed frame, components, etc. I think it is the...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-10-18, 10:09 AM
Replies: 95
Views: 9,555
Posted By Delwis

Thanks. That's why I want something pretty nice.

Thanks. That's why I want something pretty nice.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-10-18, 09:54 AM
Replies: 95
Views: 9,555
Posted By Delwis

I am appreciating all feed back/reasoning. At...

I am appreciating all feed back/reasoning. At this point, I'm really not concerned with any future upgrades or additional equipments. Just focusing on the bike itself, as is.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-10-18, 09:51 AM
Replies: 95
Views: 9,555
Posted By Delwis

The new top two contenders (at the moment) after...

The new top two contenders (at the moment) after more research last night and this morning are:
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I keep coming...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-10-18, 09:40 AM
Replies: 95
Views: 9,555
Posted By Delwis

Thank you.

Thank you.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-09-18, 08:57 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 9,555
Posted By Delwis

Yeah. You're right. That's why it is such a...

Yeah. You're right. That's why it is such a tough choice. Once I buy, it will be too late to change my mind. I've had a couple Treks now and they are fine bicycles. But, I have owned a lot of...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-09-18, 08:09 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 9,555
Posted By Delwis

Like I mentioned, I just may do some racing. ...

Like I mentioned, I just may do some racing. Even if I don't, I want a nice bike that I will be happy with for many years to come. And, I want to keep any upgrades to a minimum. Like maybe a...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-09-18, 06:52 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 9,555
Posted By Delwis

Nice choice Abe! I have just briefly looked at...

Nice choice Abe! I have just briefly looked at Canyon so far. Not sure right now which models but some of their disc models use TRP brakes. And, some TRP's are Mech/Hyd. Which I don't think is...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-09-18, 05:53 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 9,555
Posted By Delwis

I am just a little put off by my 105 drivetrain. ...

I am just a little put off by my 105 drivetrain. It's kinda clunky and the chain doesn't like to drop rings very easily. It climbs rings just fine. I just wonder if it's the cassette. I am still...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-09-18, 05:44 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 9,555
Posted By Delwis

Thanks. That Domane is a looker alright. I may...

Thanks. That Domane is a looker alright. I may actually race now that I think of it. I'd have to be in the 60+ category. LOL The reasons I'm spending so much is that one, I want my road bike to...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-09-18, 05:39 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 9,555
Posted By Delwis

Thanks! Yeah. I did check on the Praxis and saw...

Thanks! Yeah. I did check on the Praxis and saw it was more expensive that the Ultegra. That changed a negative to a plus!
Forum: Road Cycling
03-09-18, 05:37 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 9,555
Posted By Delwis

Thanks for the great input. I wonder though if...

Thanks for the great input. I wonder though if the Ultegra cassette shifts smoother. And, it must be a tiny bit lighter.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-09-18, 05:35 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 9,555
Posted By Delwis

I don't have an LBS. So, I'm trying to do all...

I don't have an LBS. So, I'm trying to do all the legwork I can to narrow down the choices. Then, I'll have to make a couple road trips to actually get on a few. I am going to a big bike expo in...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-09-18, 05:30 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 9,555
Posted By Delwis

Thanks! Yeah, I am looking at basically...

Thanks! Yeah, I am looking at basically everything from 2500-4000. I really don't have a LBS. I had to drive an hour each way when I got the FX. I'll probably have to drive that far to get this...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-09-18, 05:21 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 9,555
Posted By Delwis

Thanks. Yeah, I like the idea of rim brakes on a...

Thanks. Yeah, I like the idea of rim brakes on a road bike. This one will never see a drop of rain. Hopefully.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-09-18, 07:53 AM
Replies: 95
Views: 9,555
Posted By Delwis

Thanks Bryan! Yeah, I noticed a couple bikes...

Thanks Bryan! Yeah, I noticed a couple bikes while searching that have Ultegra with 105 cassettes. That would be swapped out immediately. I have all 105 on my FX and not sure I like it too much.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-08-18, 08:57 PM
Replies: 316
Views: 37,435
Posted By Delwis

Thanks Colonel. It might be cool to actually...

Thanks Colonel. It might be cool to actually bring one home from the factory. I don't know if they would sell direct though.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-08-18, 08:32 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 9,555
Posted By Delwis

Looking at Road Bikes

Howdy all! I currently ride a 2018 Trek FX S 6 for fitness and am fairly active in the Hybrid Section. But now, I might like to add a Road Bike. I have been doing a lot of research and think I...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-08-18, 08:14 PM
Replies: 316
Views: 37,435
Posted By Delwis

No. I'm kinda old fashioned and like rim brakes...

No. I'm kinda old fashioned and like rim brakes on a road bike. I knew somebody would bring that up after seeing my two top choices.:) Actually, those both have very high comfort ratings (endurance...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-08-18, 07:16 PM
Replies: 316
Views: 37,435
Posted By Delwis

By the way, I am still looking at road bikes. ...

By the way, I am still looking at road bikes. Right now the Trek Domane SL 6 and the Specialized Roubaix Comp are running neck and neck. I've looked at just about everything from 2600 to 4000 and...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-08-18, 07:12 PM
Replies: 316
Views: 37,435
Posted By Delwis

Thanks for asking Frank. Well, unfortunately...

Thanks for asking Frank. Well, unfortunately Tektro screwed up. They sent black 510's from the factory and supposedly haven't made a run of the silver yet. They offered me a free upgrade but that...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-05-18, 05:23 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,058
Posted By Delwis

Looking mighty fine Nigel!

Looking mighty fine Nigel!
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-04-18, 09:25 PM
Replies: 3,982
Views: 649,127
Posted By Delwis

Thanks Duewest. Soon there will be boats out...

Thanks Duewest. Soon there will be boats out there and that patch of dirt will be all wild flowers. I'm sure I'll be there again many times and will update picture.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-04-18, 12:16 PM
Replies: 3,982
Views: 649,127
Posted By Delwis

That's a lot nicer than where I went yesterday...

That's a lot nicer than where I went yesterday and today. Come on Spring!
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Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-02-18, 09:38 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,490
Posted By Delwis

Howdy Kherna! For a great fitness bicycle in the...

Howdy Kherna! For a great fitness bicycle in the $1-1.1K range I'd consider the four bikes linked below. (The Giant is a touch more.) You couldn't go wrong choosing any one of them.
...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-01-18, 08:57 PM
Replies: 316
Views: 37,435
Posted By Delwis

Got the new FSA stem cap on tonight (Love it!)...

Got the new FSA stem cap on tonight (Love it!) and swapped on the Shimano 770's (Just couldn't wait any longer). Didn't hear anything from Tektro today. Where are my brakes! Hoping for a couple...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-01-18, 07:21 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 6,800
Posted By Delwis

Sounds good! As the weather gets better and the...

Sounds good! As the weather gets better and the later sunsets come, I hope to be getting out more and more.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-28-18, 08:15 AM
Replies: 316
Views: 37,435
Posted By Delwis

Thanks Nigel! Hopefully, I'll get some news on...

Thanks Nigel! Hopefully, I'll get some news on my brakes today. Can't wait to get them and my Shimano wheels on for the Spring. Still need to do some minor adjustments for the perfect fit and do a...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-27-18, 06:39 PM
Replies: 1,577
Views: 391,678
Posted By Delwis

Nice titanium skewers!

Nice titanium skewers!
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-27-18, 06:35 PM
Replies: 316
Views: 37,435
Posted By Delwis

Which reminds me. Still haven't heard about the...

Which reminds me. Still haven't heard about the Tektro Twistr brake set. I better write my guy and see what's happening. I'd like to do them before it's time to swap off the winter wheels.

I...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-27-18, 06:28 PM
Replies: 316
Views: 37,435
Posted By Delwis

Thanks Colonel! Just need that FSA cap to finish...

Thanks Colonel! Just need that FSA cap to finish it off.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-27-18, 06:14 AM
Replies: 316
Views: 37,435
Posted By Delwis

Got the stem put on last night. It's not as heavy...

Got the stem put on last night. It's not as heavy as it looks. About the same as the stock stem. Should be able to test it out tonight after work. It is supposed to be 53 at 5:00 dropping to 49 at...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-27-18, 05:38 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,705
Posted By Delwis

I considered both of those but went with the Trek...

I considered both of those but went with the Trek FXS6.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-26-18, 01:44 PM
Replies: 316
Views: 37,435
Posted By Delwis

I know what you mean Nigel but that 9.0 has...

I know what you mean Nigel but that 9.0 has Ultegra and the Tarmac has Dura Ace. There is that to consider. I'll still have my Twister/Icetechs on the FX.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-25-18, 09:03 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 41,346
Posted By Delwis

Nice looking bike Tony! I had a '12 7300 for a...

Nice looking bike Tony! I had a '12 7300 for a few years and it served me well. Not a single issue.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-25-18, 08:40 PM
Replies: 316
Views: 37,435
Posted By Delwis

Awesome V8! I believe my bars are 720 minus 40...

Awesome V8! I believe my bars are 720 minus 40 on each side. So, 640. The Isoflex is 600. Hope to make a report Tuesday night. Might get the stem on tomorrow if it comes as scheduled. I'm hoping it...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-25-18, 04:18 PM
Replies: 316
Views: 37,435
Posted By Delwis

Thanks Scooty. I'll watch it. Should be able to...

Thanks Scooty. I'll watch it. Should be able to have it on and try it out Tuesday after work. I'm optimistic about the change.
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