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Forum: Road Cycling
12-05-23, 10:26 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 4,802
Posted By Beanboy

I'm hopefully going to take my first spin this...

I'm hopefully going to take my first spin this weekend as long as the city doesn't salt the roads today with snow flurries in the forecast. I do have some recorded short rides that I can compare new...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-03-23, 06:07 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 4,802
Posted By Beanboy

https://www.giant-bicycles.com/us/tcr-advanced-dis...

https://www.giant-bicycles.com/us/tcr-advanced-disc-2-pro-compact-2022

I don't understand Giant's naming convention, but it is a TCR Advanced Disc 2 Pro Compact; it was the cheapest carbon bike I...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-01-23, 04:19 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 4,802
Posted By Beanboy

I've got some experience on the recent mountain...

I've got some experience on the recent mountain and commuter side of the bike world, just not with carbon frames and with road bikes. I did buy this without a test ride (or comparing to Defy) mainly...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-30-23, 04:00 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 4,802
Posted By Beanboy

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1133x850/my22tcradvanced2disc_pc_colorbhematite_7bbacdd34f3e41da36e0b6863a482d44fa379a67.jpg
Will be ready next week.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-27-23, 01:37 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 4,802
Posted By Beanboy

Been reviewing everything from drop bar gravel...

Been reviewing everything from drop bar gravel bikes with internal gears (Apollo) to full on race bikes, with everything in-between.

Looking at Giant's TCR Advanced Disc 2 Pro Compact, so far...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-14-23, 08:05 AM
Replies: 224
Views: 77,777
Posted By Beanboy

Suntour Radius group, which makes finding rear...

Suntour Radius group, which makes finding rear cassette more difficult. Same goes with hoods. Yes, I have a the wrenches, but wanted to tackle all at once. Have ghost shifting and the cassette and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-13-23, 03:16 PM
Replies: 224
Views: 77,777
Posted By Beanboy

Bottom bracket is wobbling, so that's the first...

Bottom bracket is wobbling, so that's the first on my list. Anyone have the specs for the 1991? Thanks for the tips on the freewheel/cassette locations. I'm honestly debating replacement versus...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-30-23, 11:57 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 22,273
Posted By Beanboy

Keeping this thread alive, since I'll likely be...

Keeping this thread alive, since I'll likely be swinging by Habanero next month after the Halloween fans are gone. Looking for a smooth-riding, long-lasting road/endurance bike to use for centuries...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-30-23, 10:56 AM
Replies: 224
Views: 77,777
Posted By Beanboy

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/20230920_123814_426602dd46194713ccfdf4df6c375b6f5c0ea94d.jpg
Bought it new back in 1992.


Drivetrain is worn out, and realizing...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-30-23, 10:07 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,456
Posted By Beanboy

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/20230920_123814_426602dd46194713ccfdf4df6c375b6f5c0ea94d.jpg
Bought it new back in 1992.

My technium frame seems fine, the...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-06-23, 07:14 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 4,802
Posted By Beanboy

https://www.canyon.com/en-us/road-bikes/endurance-...

https://www.canyon.com/en-us/road-bikes/endurance-bikes/endurace/cf/endurace-cf-7-disc/2855.html doesn't seem to be a bad price ($1600) for carbon and older 105 groupset. Then I read about carbon...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-21-23, 11:36 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 4,802
Posted By Beanboy

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/20230920_123814_426602dd46194713ccfdf4df6c375b6f5c0ea94d.jpg

Here's the current bike BTW, still with the cadence sensor zip tied to...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-20-23, 02:38 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 4,802
Posted By Beanboy

Thanks everyone. I've got a modern mountain bike,...

Thanks everyone. I've got a modern mountain bike, a modern commuter bike, as well as an old dedicated winter bike, so this would be solely for road riding. Grand Prix geo was never that racy, so...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-20-23, 11:17 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 4,802
Posted By Beanboy

30+ years between road bike purchases, what to get?

Looking to replace my 1992 Raleigh Grand Prix that I bought new with something newer.

Likely purchase is the around or under $2000 aluminum frame/carbon fork/Shimano 105/endurance geo bikes such...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
09-20-23, 10:41 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 687
Posted By Beanboy

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/20230920_123814_426602dd46194713ccfdf4df6c375b6f5c0ea94d.jpg

Bought it new back in 1992 for $240 cash as a teenager. Index shifting...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
11-29-18, 04:26 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 43,420
Posted By Beanboy

Purchased a Redux 2 for $370 shipped. If this was...

Purchased a Redux 2 for $370 shipped. If this was out when I got the Redux, I'd have taken a look but the price would have probably ended up driving me away as well as it weighing a few pounds more....
Forum: Commuting
11-22-17, 12:47 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,931
Posted By Beanboy

Did you try removing the handlebar spacers and/or...

Did you try removing the handlebar spacers and/or flipping the stem? What I did to mine to get the handlebars lower and more street friendly.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-22-17, 12:45 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 9,732
Posted By Beanboy

Got a new Redux 2 for $370 earlier this year,...

Got a new Redux 2 for $370 earlier this year, been great as a nice day commuter. Did flip the stem and remove the spacers to make it a bit more road-friendly.

Great bike for short commuting and...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-11-17, 01:19 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 10,694
Posted By Beanboy

A month or so commuting and bike trailering with...

A month or so commuting and bike trailering with the Redux 2. So far so good. Was out in the rain a couple of days ago with the trailer and the discs braked well and stayed more consistent versus my...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-30-17, 02:14 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 10,694
Posted By Beanboy

Maybe for the Redux 3 or if they made a Redux 4....

Maybe for the Redux 3 or if they made a Redux 4. Tires are large enough that the ride isn't bad, and for bashing around on bike racks, I like not having to worry about carbon getting knocked around....
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-30-17, 11:13 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 10,694
Posted By Beanboy

Here's the first shot of it assembled. I've since...

Here's the first shot of it assembled. I've since flipped the handlebar stem and lowered the handlebars as low as they can go. Still not used to the higher and wider handlebar setups on newer...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-21-17, 08:37 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 11,398
Posted By Beanboy

If you want something similar, Raleigh has the...

If you want something similar, Raleigh has the Redux... https://www.raleighusa.com/redux-2238
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-17-17, 07:07 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 10,694
Posted By Beanboy

I currently have a vintage steel MTB commuter,...

I currently have a vintage steel MTB commuter, but it has seen better days. Thinking I'll keep it for rainy day commutes. Main goal was for something that I could haul a kid trailer with. All of my...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-14-17, 08:44 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 10,694
Posted By Beanboy

Finally pulled the trigger on one. Will review...

Finally pulled the trigger on one. Will review once I get it on the road.
Forum: Commuting
07-08-16, 08:40 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 9,318
Posted By Beanboy

With retail prices from $600 to $950, seems to be...

With retail prices from $600 to $950, seems to be a neat bike.

I posted a couple of days before this thread was started asking if anyone had ridden it yet.

I've got a 90s steel mountain bike...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-14-16, 07:28 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 10,694
Posted By Beanboy

Here's the only written review I've seen so far: ...

Here's the only written review I've seen so far:

2016 Buyer's Guide: Raleigh Redux 2 | Bicycling (http://www.bicycling.com/bikes-gear/newbikemo/2016-buyers-guide-raleigh-redux-2)
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-13-16, 12:13 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 10,694
Posted By Beanboy

Any Raleigh Redux Reviews?

Raleigh's new Redux caught my eye as a good kid hauler/around town bike that looks like a blast to ride. Anyone with one or have experience riding one?

Thanks!

-B
Forum: Mountain Biking
10-21-14, 07:38 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 592
Posted By Beanboy

Any BH Lynx 6 27.5 riders?

First mountain bike with disc brakes, suspension of any kind, and wheels that aren't 26"... Going to be a big change on the local trails.

Just wondering if anybody has a BH bike, Lynx 6 in...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-16-14, 10:25 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,063
Posted By Beanboy

Congrats! Wow, same exact numbers as me. I...

Congrats!

Wow, same exact numbers as me. I don't think I'll ever be back to the 180 pounds I was while playing soccer in HS and college (added muscle nowadays), but I am hoping to get down to 195...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-28-14, 07:51 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,102
Posted By Beanboy

Thanks for the advice folks. Went to my first...

Thanks for the advice folks. Went to my first tent sale Sunday. It was insane! Lined-up on a rainy day before opening, and the checkout line wrapped around the whole parking lot! My commuter bike...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-03-14, 07:06 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,102
Posted By Beanboy

Great, thanks for the advice folks. Event is at...

Great, thanks for the advice folks. Event is at the end of the month, I'll be getting a cheat sheet ready and will be at the opening for the best selection.
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-02-14, 11:41 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,102
Posted By Beanboy

used mountain bike 1-4 years-old, what NOT to get at bike swap

Greetings,

Going to try and sell my Jamis Coda Sport and purchase a used mountain bike at an upcoming bike swap later this month.

Looking for mid-level model, $900-$1400 when new, with...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-13-14, 08:22 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 3,851
Posted By Beanboy

Run a 5K in under 20 minutes (bring on the 19:59)...

Run a 5K in under 20 minutes (bring on the 19:59)
Get below, and stay below, 200 pounds
Enter the Blackburn Challenge (20+ mile open water paddle race) under four hours
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-13-14, 08:14 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,209
Posted By Beanboy

Finished up December at 212. Holidays were not...

Finished up December at 212. Holidays were not kind to my waistline.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-09-13, 09:44 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,209
Posted By Beanboy

Was able to PR that 5K...by four seconds. Hey,...

Was able to PR that 5K...by four seconds. Hey, it counts. :lol:
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-06-13, 07:55 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,209
Posted By Beanboy

Missed my November goal, so going to be a bit...

Missed my November goal, so going to be a bit more conservative for December:

Starting weight: 207
Ending weight: 202

Aiming to PR a 5K as well.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-06-13, 07:53 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,401
Posted By Beanboy

Didn't hit my goal. Goal: 204 Actual: 207 ...

Didn't hit my goal.

Goal: 204
Actual: 207

Sick for a few days along with Thanksgiving, hosted a party, and attended a wedding. Food intake was okay, drinking the local beer is what did me in.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
11-14-13, 12:28 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,401
Posted By Beanboy

October was the easiest (first) month for me,...

October was the easiest (first) month for me, jumping in for November:

1 November: 212
13 November: 209

Goal weight: 204
5K Turkey Trot: Under 25:00
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-24-13, 07:35 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 2,262
Posted By Beanboy

Update 10/24: Weight: 217 Distance on Bike:...

Update 10/24:
Weight: 217
Distance on Bike: 47.5 miles
Distance on Foot: 22.5 miles
Distance in Surfski: 18 miles

Started to reduce alcohol and portions beginning of month. Did a paddle tri...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-01-13, 06:20 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 2,262
Posted By Beanboy

Starting Weight: 223 Goal Weight: 210 ...

Starting Weight: 223
Goal Weight: 210
Distance on Bike: 150 miles
Distance on Foot: 40 miles
Distance in Surfski: 30 miles
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-26-13, 12:41 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 876
Posted By Beanboy

My ride is short in winter (only a couple of...

My ride is short in winter (only a couple of miles) but so far so good. First time consistently riding in snowpack. Only issue so far is slush build-up on fenders, need to wax the insides of them...
Forum: Commuting
11-07-12, 12:32 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,097
Posted By Beanboy

No ID and no booths... Just a bubble sheet and a...

No ID and no booths... Just a bubble sheet and a scanner. In and out in 5 minutes.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-12-12, 06:51 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 3,977
Posted By Beanboy

277997 Does one made from a beer cap make it...

277997

Does one made from a beer cap make it less nerdy?

I ride with and without one depending on what type of riding I am doing. Found it nice on rural rides when there is a vehicle behind...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-31-12, 08:55 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 2,273
Posted By Beanboy

How's your lean protein intake? Adding in more...

How's your lean protein intake? Adding in more lean protein or even smoothies made from milk/powder protein/almond butter can help for the cravings between meals.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-20-12, 10:05 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 4,201
Posted By Beanboy

I stop, but since I bike in the city, there's...

I stop, but since I bike in the city, there's enough diesel trucks going by that I couldn't avoid the fumes from a school bus even if I wanted to.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-14-12, 09:40 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,142
Posted By Beanboy

Just wanted to update folks... Around the 2000...

Just wanted to update folks... Around the 2000 mile mark now. Other than one front spoke loosening up, and losing one cable end cap, bike has been holding together great. No flats and the stock...
Forum: Commuting
05-09-12, 07:14 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 27,028
Posted By Beanboy

24 lights and 9 street crossing. Intervals are...

24 lights and 9 street crossing. Intervals are fun! Average around 12 mph, 9 miles in 45 minutes.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-25-12, 12:09 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 702
Posted By Beanboy

Looks good minus the great white tooth butt.

Looks good minus the great white tooth butt.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-19-12, 05:40 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 620
Posted By Beanboy

Every season I drop about 10-15 pounds of blubber...

Every season I drop about 10-15 pounds of blubber to go from 220 to 205 with a touch of muscle gain.

Little bit ahead of the game this year thanks to the mild winter here in Beantown. More bike...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-19-12, 05:28 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 295
Posted By Beanboy

Ack, sorry... There's another thread just a...

Ack, sorry... There's another thread just a month older: http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php/804713

Will head over there. Mods, feel free to delete.
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