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Forum: Road Cycling
04-03-22, 11:54 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 475
Posted By Nubie

Agree, Quad Lock is the best.

Agree, Quad Lock is the best.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-01-21, 08:03 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,417
Posted By Nubie

I am a big fan of Velocio, they’re pricey but the...

I am a big fan of Velocio, they’re pricey but the quality, chamois, and customer service at top notch. They also have a good clearance section. Their shorts and bibs have a 8.7” inseam, close to your...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-01-21, 07:45 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,157
Posted By Nubie

Argh it’s so frustrating. I’d been waiting for...

Argh it’s so frustrating. I’d been waiting for disc brake pads for what feels like weeks, finally managed to snag a set but it took awhile. Even my LBS was out for a good long while.

I have some...
Forum: Introductions
08-14-21, 10:46 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 800
Posted By Nubie

Welcome neighbor! I live in Kirkland, just south...

Welcome neighbor! I live in Kirkland, just south of you.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-11-21, 09:02 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 6,276
Posted By Nubie

I carry the PDW Shiny Object as above and 2-3...

I carry the PDW Shiny Object as above and 2-3 cartridges. No pump. I live on the edge.
07-31-21, 01:55 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,541
Posted By Nubie

Be forewarned, Juanita Dr is a big giant hill,...

Be forewarned, Juanita Dr is a big giant hill, and quite steep in parts.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-04-21, 10:49 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,136
Posted By Nubie

I like the Supacaz, I now have it on both my...

I like the Supacaz, I now have it on both my bikes. The Lizard Skins only lasted about 3 months before it started to peel and fray, which is odd because I’ve never had that happen before with any...
09-25-19, 01:17 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,702
Posted By Nubie

Sorry to burst your bubble, but REI’s return...

Sorry to burst your bubble, but REI’s return policy on trainers is 90 days. They consider them “outdoor electronics.”
05-31-18, 07:53 PM
Replies: 557
Views: 202,765
Posted By Nubie

For me, it was really easy. All I had to do was...

For me, it was really easy. All I had to do was hand over the bag containing the shifters, brakes, and housing/cables (which I had to order separately) to the guys at the LBS. They said they had a...
05-31-18, 12:27 PM
Replies: 557
Views: 202,765
Posted By Nubie

I just upgraded my E5 Comp to hydraulic...

I just upgraded my E5 Comp to hydraulic shifters/brakes (take offs from my Ruby) and it was 1000% worth it. Stops on a DIME. Tektro rotors squeal really loud, I'm hoping they'll quiet down as they...
05-19-18, 12:25 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 821
Posted By Nubie

6 of the best comfort-boosting seatposts to...

6 of the best comfort-boosting seatposts to soften road shock and cosset your bottom road.cc...
05-15-18, 01:14 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 52,613
Posted By Nubie

Excellent point. I have them on the stock Axis...

Excellent point. I have them on the stock Axis rims that came with the bike, figuring I wouldn't cry too many tears if they got bashed up. Not sure what the ID is on those, and I don't own calipers...
05-14-18, 11:42 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 52,613
Posted By Nubie

So I never actually tried my cousin's tire on my...

So I never actually tried my cousin's tire on my frame, but I did put 700x35 Panaracer Gravel King SK tires on mine (replacing the stock 700x30 tires). I would say that although the alloy frame...
04-26-18, 07:55 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 52,613
Posted By Nubie

Thank you! I’ve read that the clearance with the...

Thank you! I’ve read that the clearance with the 38s is tight, but I guess I can the wheels off my cousin’s bike and put it on mine to check.
04-25-18, 05:43 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 52,613
Posted By Nubie

Just wondering if the OP ever discovered the...

Just wondering if the OP ever discovered the answer to her/his question. I also recently bought a Diverge (aluminum) and my cousin purchased a carbon version. Hers comes with 38mm stock knobby...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-08-18, 02:10 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,666
Posted By Nubie

Wheelset dilemma: Roval CLX 32s vs. Bontrager Aelous Pro 3 vs. Mercury M3

What are your thoughts, pros and cons, if prices were similar?

I am looking for: carbon, 30-35 mm rim depth, clincher, center lock, 12 mm thru-axle, disc. I ride mostly road on a Specialized...
04-02-18, 11:10 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 14,852
Posted By Nubie

Mine is called Jon Snow...for the same reason. :)...

Mine is called Jon Snow...for the same reason. :)

ETA: Dammit, can't get photo to embed. Anyway, the bike is all white.
04-01-18, 03:45 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 717
Posted By Nubie

Thank you! You guys are the best!

Thank you! You guys are the best!
03-31-18, 05:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 717
Posted By Nubie

Upgrade from 9-speed 105 to 11-speed

Hi guys, a friend of mine would like to upgrade the drivetrain of his old Fuji from 9-speed 105 (triple) to 11-speed 105 (double). He has a RD, FD, crankset, and shifters. He still needs to find a...
03-30-18, 10:46 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,545
Posted By Nubie

Really? Which LBS is that? I might be...

Really? Which LBS is that? I might be interested in giving that a try...
03-28-18, 11:18 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 8,651
Posted By Nubie

Hi there, neighbor! I'm also at SFO quite often...

Hi there, neighbor! I'm also at SFO quite often and wondered the same thing. Would love a stealthy silent free hub like that.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-28-18, 10:29 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,006
Posted By Nubie

I'm have this dilemma as well. I have a compact...

I'm have this dilemma as well. I have a compact crank but a 11-32 cassette (11-12-13-14-16-18-20-22-25-28-32). I never ever use the 32, and I really miss the 15 cog. But which should I go with? ...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-27-18, 08:18 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,481
Posted By Nubie

That's an excellent point, but not the case here....

That's an excellent point, but not the case here. I've known the seller for a long time as an acquaintance, he wouldn't be offended. I appreciate your insight re: price, we'll see what he says.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-27-18, 03:13 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,481
Posted By Nubie

You guys have convinced me. I'm going to do the...

You guys have convinced me. I'm going to do the fiscally responsible thing...and try to talk him down. What do you think would be a fair price range?
Forum: Road Cycling
03-26-18, 09:01 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,481
Posted By Nubie

Can you suggest some for me to look at? Like I...

Can you suggest some for me to look at? Like I said, I know nothing about wheels.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-26-18, 08:31 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,481
Posted By Nubie

And I so very much want to be one of the cool...

And I so very much want to be one of the cool kids!! :lol:

He's asking for $1200 for both front and rear, but I'd have to drive about 2 hours to pick them up. That seems like a good deal as they...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-26-18, 06:43 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,481
Posted By Nubie

Do I need new wheels?

Hi guys - I recently acquired a '17 Ruby Comp with stock DT R460 wheels, which are maybe a little heavy but otherwise fine. A friend of a friend is selling his Roval CLX50s and claims they are...
03-13-18, 10:03 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 10,352
Posted By Nubie

I will say, as a woman, when you are alone...

I will say, as a woman, when you are alone (either running, cycling, walking down the street, sitting in a restaurant, riding the bus, you name it), a part of you is constantly on high-alert for...
03-13-18, 06:32 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 10,352
Posted By Nubie

"Glistening?"

"Glistening?"
Forum: Road Cycling
03-08-18, 01:59 PM
Replies: 242
Views: 41,650
Posted By Nubie

Go get 'em!!!

Go get 'em!!!
03-07-18, 01:16 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,186
Posted By Nubie

You might like the Specialized Roll. My bf is 350...

You might like the Specialized Roll. My bf is 350 and finds it comfortable. The basic model fits your budget, and you may be able to find last years’ model on sale somewhere: ...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-26-06, 04:52 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 651
Posted By Nubie

I got a PM from my friend today - says she saw...

I got a PM from my friend today - says she saw him while riding while she was waiting in line for the bathroom.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-26-06, 04:47 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 317
Posted By Nubie

Happy Birthday!!!

Happy Birthday!!!
Forum: Road Cycling
07-25-06, 12:47 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,020
Posted By Nubie

I have this one too, the Second Wind IH (which...

I have this one too, the Second Wind IH (which stands for Intelligent Head - for use with both Schraeder and Presta). I love it - I use the mini hand pump to pump it up a little, make sure the tube...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-25-06, 08:56 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,401
Posted By Nubie

Tim, Do you ahve a Performance shop near...

Tim,

Do you ahve a Performance shop near you? They can order them for you and get them shipped to the store. I crashed a few months ago and destroyed both my namplates (among other things). The...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-24-06, 12:19 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,401
Posted By Nubie

I agree with Tim - if you really want to upgrade,...

I agree with Tim - if you really want to upgrade, it may cost as much as a new pair of 9-speed 105 shifters. But check on ebay, or else find an awesome forum member with a spare set of tiagras on...
07-23-06, 09:50 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 895
Posted By Nubie

What kind of installation did you have to do for...

What kind of installation did you have to do for the stand? It looks pretty sharp. Do the feet scratch your floors at all? And is that the wife's Dolce on the bottom? Cute dog, BTW. :)
Forum: Road Cycling
07-22-06, 09:01 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,478
Posted By Nubie

Yeah, she's pretty hot. Guys are always hitting...

Yeah, she's pretty hot. Guys are always hitting on her when we do rides together. Maybe it's the Google jersey...
07-22-06, 08:59 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 367
Posted By Nubie

I would try taking it back to them - they should...

I would try taking it back to them - they should always give you back your receipt, so that's their fault. They have an excellent exchange/return policy, so they may very well just give you another...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-22-06, 03:06 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,478
Posted By Nubie

My friend wears a google jersey, but she doesn't...

My friend wears a google jersey, but she doesn't work for them. It looks really good on her, and everyone always comments on it. It's cute.
07-18-06, 06:38 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 446
Posted By Nubie

Dr. Bronner's Castille soap! Biodegradable,...

Dr. Bronner's Castille soap! Biodegradable, cleans anything and everything. Comes in a variety of scents, you can buy it at Trader Joe's, Whole Foods, etc.

http://www.drbronner.com
Forum: Road Cycling
07-17-06, 04:25 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 813
Posted By Nubie

No problem here - I really like them. They were...

No problem here - I really like them. They were tough to get on my 700 x 23s.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-16-06, 02:50 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 893
Posted By Nubie

I have a REI-branded Nalgene pack - holds about...

I have a REI-branded Nalgene pack - holds about 2L of fluid and have a little pocket for energy bars, etc. I really like it and have had no problems with it whatsoever. Except that one time I put...
07-14-06, 10:40 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,295
Posted By Nubie

The picture of the Bulldog Mini with the plastic...

The picture of the Bulldog Mini with the plastic cover removed is in this thread:

http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?t=143130&highlight=mini+onguard

The plastic cover comes right off with...
07-14-06, 09:56 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 871
Posted By Nubie

Sounds like you might be having a...

Sounds like you might be having a hypersensitivity (allergic) reaction to sunlight, possibly Solar Urticaria (urticaria = hives) or Polymorphous Light Eruption. An antihistamine may help solar...
07-14-06, 03:51 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,295
Posted By Nubie

Hey alanbikehouston, What the difference...

Hey alanbikehouston,

What the difference betwen the Bulldog TC and the regular Mini Bulldog with the plastic cover removed from the crossbar? Does it have a better/different locking mechanism? ...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-14-06, 03:36 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 382
Posted By Nubie

Now Topeak makes a "Mini Morph" that's even...

Now Topeak makes a "Mini Morph" that's even smaller than the road morph and has a bracket that attached to your braze-ons.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-12-06, 08:55 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 581
Posted By Nubie

I have a 32" inseam, I run a 170mm crank...

I have a 32" inseam, I run a 170mm crank length.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-11-06, 09:37 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 608
Posted By Nubie

Welcome! Great bike! There's a lot of great...

Welcome! Great bike! There's a lot of great information on this forum, I'm sure you'll learn a lot here. Also check out the discussion forums at teamestrogen.com - entirely female forums on...
07-11-06, 08:37 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 871
Posted By Nubie

Recently sun-damaged skin can cause itching. A...

Recently sun-damaged skin can cause itching. A first degree burn can itch like crazy. A second degree burn will be really painful, I don't know about itching. That's not to say you may not be...
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