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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-15-21, 01:20 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,445
Posted By kc4sox

I simply converted my road bike to flat bars. I...

I simply converted my road bike to flat bars. I wish I’d done it years ago !
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-26-18, 09:30 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,538
Posted By kc4sox

Domane 5.2 BB90 Bearings ?

What's the best bang for the buck for replacement bearings BB90 with Ultegra cranks ?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-26-18, 08:49 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,772
Posted By kc4sox

I have a 6800 Ultegra compact and have been...

I have a 6800 Ultegra compact and have been running an 11-28. I wanted one more gear without ruining the spacing in the middle of the cassette. I ended up with a new Ultegra HG8000 11-30 and couldn't...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-25-18, 10:42 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,778
Posted By kc4sox

That's the way I'm leaning.

That's the way I'm leaning.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-25-18, 08:56 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,778
Posted By kc4sox

Put my chain on in the wrong direction

Did a lot of springtime upkeep the other day and replacing the chain was last. Shimano 11 speed Ultegra. I was tired and not paying attention so I installed the chain with the markings towards the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-14-17, 09:29 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,840
Posted By kc4sox

I recently bought a set of 44's. I can't say...

I recently bought a set of 44's. I can't say enough good about them. Fast, lightweight, and durable. I have a riding companion that has a set he absolutely beats on them. He's been riding them for...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-14-17, 09:08 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,157
Posted By kc4sox

I have the Boyd 44's. Fantastic set of wheels....

I have the Boyd 44's. Fantastic set of wheels. Super light weight and fast on the flats. I had Bontrager RXL aluminum wheels before I got the Boyds. The Bontragers are super light and to me the Boyds...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-13-17, 03:34 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,934
Posted By kc4sox

Boyd Wheels

Great people, excellent communication and a fine product. Just gave my new set of 44mm carbon clinchers a ride today. The owner (Boyd) spent time with me on the phone and thru messenger services...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-12-16, 12:58 PM
Replies: 438
Views: 143,462
Posted By kc4sox

My new Domane 5.2 All black works for me :)

My new Domane 5.2 All black works for me :)
Forum: Road Cycling
05-18-16, 02:07 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,652
Posted By kc4sox

Oh it is :)

Oh it is :)
Forum: Road Cycling
05-16-16, 06:53 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 930
Posted By kc4sox

I just bought the bike two weeks ago.

I just bought the bike two weeks ago.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-15-16, 08:16 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 930
Posted By kc4sox

That's what I thought. Thank you

That's what I thought.

Thank you
Forum: Road Cycling
05-15-16, 07:36 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 930
Posted By kc4sox

Changing rear derailleur ?

I'm currently running an Ultegra 6800 short cage 11 speed rear derailleur with an 11-28 cassette. I'm changing the cassette to a 12-32 and I'm going to have to change out the rear derailleur to a...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-08-16, 09:29 PM
Replies: 438
Views: 143,462
Posted By kc4sox

520503 Domane 5.2 ��

520503

Domane 5.2 ��
Forum: Road Cycling
05-06-16, 09:29 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,857
Posted By kc4sox

This

This
Forum: Road Cycling
05-06-16, 07:48 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,236
Posted By kc4sox

12-32 cassette with Ultegra 6800 short cage ?

I just bought a Domane 5.2 with 6800 Ultegra 11-28 11 speed cassette. On my Madone I was running a 10 speed 12-30 and I'm missing that 30 cog. I want to change out my 11-28 for the 12-32. Can I do...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-03-16, 07:17 AM
Replies: 21,338
Views: 5,193,156
Posted By kc4sox

Trek Domane 5.2 :)

Trek Domane 5.2 :)
Forum: Road Cycling
06-05-15, 07:58 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 13,517
Posted By kc4sox

Bontrager Flare 3. It's incredibly bright even in...

Bontrager Flare 3. It's incredibly bright even in full sun. I use NiMh rechargables and get several rides out of a set before recharging them. I also keep a second set in my seat bag just in case.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-02-15, 07:18 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,315
Posted By kc4sox

I've got a Trek 8.5 DS to use as a "Family bike"...

I've got a Trek 8.5 DS to use as a "Family bike" and I've done several 35+ mile rides on it so far. I wouldn't hesitate to extend that to 50 or 60 miles. Obviously not as fast as my Roadie but still...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-27-15, 09:02 AM
Replies: 2,159
Views: 981,335
Posted By kc4sox

Finally got to give the new 8.5 a proper shake...

Finally got to give the new 8.5 a proper shake down cruise on Monday. The Fiance' and I spent the day on the Virginia Creeper Trail. We rode the section between Abingdon and Damascus Virginia (32...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-26-15, 08:01 AM
Replies: 5,338
Views: 842,742
Posted By kc4sox

453643 Our group at the Kentucky capital...

453643

Our group at the Kentucky capital building 44 miles into the Horsey Hundred Century ride Saturday
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-26-15, 06:35 AM
Replies: 3,982
Views: 649,591
Posted By kc4sox

The Virginia Creeper Trail 453618

The Virginia Creeper Trail

453618
Forum: Road Cycling
05-24-15, 12:04 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 4,214
Posted By kc4sox

This

This
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-24-15, 09:20 AM
Replies: 2,159
Views: 981,335
Posted By kc4sox

105mm / 25 degree rise. For me it made the...

105mm / 25 degree rise. For me it made the position much more comfortable YMMV. Hope that helps
Forum: Road Cycling
05-24-15, 08:49 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,261
Posted By kc4sox

453247 Completed my first Century (102 miles...

453247

Completed my first Century (102 miles ) at the 38th Horsey Hundred in Georgetown Kentucky. Fantastic ride, great SAG stops / food, just a fantastic experience.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-24-15, 08:26 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,332
Posted By kc4sox

What wheels came on it ? I'm assuming Bontrager...

What wheels came on it ? I'm assuming Bontrager race ?
Forum: Road Cycling
05-24-15, 07:39 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 684
Posted By kc4sox

Completed my first Century

I completed my first Century at the 38th Horsey Hundred yesterday in Georgetown Kentucky. Great ride fantastic SAG stops. I'd recommend the ride to anyone looking for a great century ride.

That...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-23-15, 07:56 PM
Replies: 2,159
Views: 981,335
Posted By kc4sox

I know off the top of my head that it's a 105mm....

I know off the top of my head that it's a 105mm. I just finished riding a Century today and when I get back home I'll check the stem angle. For some reason 27 degrees comes to mind though.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-21-15, 07:29 AM
Replies: 2,159
Views: 981,335
Posted By kc4sox

Yes I did. I wanted a more relaxed ( upright )...

Yes I did. I wanted a more relaxed ( upright ) position.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-20-15, 09:19 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 20,002
Posted By kc4sox

I just bought a 2015 8.5DS mostly for the fact...

I just bought a 2015 8.5DS mostly for the fact that is has a full Deore drive train and the remote lockout. I'm a bit of a component snob and Deore is as low as I'll go as far as quality and...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-20-15, 08:46 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,229
Posted By kc4sox

Sorry I must have missed that....

Sorry I must have missed that....
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-20-15, 08:29 AM
Replies: 2,159
Views: 981,335
Posted By kc4sox

So, the roadie wasn't really working for family ...

So, the roadie wasn't really working for family / relaxed rides with the kids and grandkids. I decided I needed a dedicated "Family bike" I think this will fill that job well !

2015 8.5DS
...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-20-15, 08:06 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,229
Posted By kc4sox

Bontrager RXL. Love mine, light and bullet proof...

Bontrager RXL. Love mine, light and bullet proof after two seasons of hard riding. Not to mention they won't break the bank.
Forum: Mountain Biking
03-27-15, 09:18 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,439
Posted By kc4sox

2015 MARIN Nail Trail 9.6 ????

Thinking about this bike as my first "Serious" Mtn Bike. Any opinions on this model or Marin bikes in general ?
Forum: Road Cycling
02-10-15, 06:55 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,632
Posted By kc4sox

Going from MTB pedals to "Real" road pedals.

Let me start out by saying I know it's frowned upon by "Roadies" to use MTB pedals. But, when I got back into riding 2 years ago I was riding a lot with the better half and being able to walk around...
Forum: Commuting
11-21-14, 12:12 PM
Replies: 194
Views: 11,830
Posted By kc4sox

It's my Ham radio call sign............

It's my Ham radio call sign............
Forum: Road Cycling
10-24-14, 08:09 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,609
Posted By kc4sox

The new soft strap HR monitor from Garmin is...

The new soft strap HR monitor from Garmin is comfy and works well as do the new cadence and speed sensors. They are accelerometers and have no need for magnets. VERY easy to install and get up and...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-18-14, 05:32 AM
Replies: 21,338
Views: 5,193,156
Posted By kc4sox

Garmin 1000 bundle and a Kurt Kinetic Road...

Garmin 1000 bundle and a Kurt Kinetic Road Machine 2 :)
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-23-14, 11:55 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,387
Posted By kc4sox

should have read every day I can

should have read every day I can
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-23-14, 08:00 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,387
Posted By kc4sox

Lesson learned........Just enjoy the ride !

I was out of cycling for 20+ yrs and the fiancé mentioned last summer that she always wanted to cycle but, never had anyone to ride with. So, I took the bait and we bought Hybrids. My thought at the...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-27-14, 09:57 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 4,692
Posted By kc4sox

I guess I'm pretty lucky. Even though there are...

I guess I'm pretty lucky. Even though there are relatively few road cyclist in this area, the drivers are generally VERY considerate. The laws here require a 3 foot safety buffer but, most drivers...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-27-14, 09:45 PM
Replies: 269
Views: 23,172
Posted By kc4sox

Cycling like Scuba and other hobbies I enjoy is...

Cycling like Scuba and other hobbies I enjoy is certainly pricey to get into. But if you invest in quality ( Not Nesc. expensive ) gear it will last for years. I ride with guys that are still riding...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-25-14, 07:39 AM
Replies: 127
Views: 18,443
Posted By kc4sox

I just dropped 450 grams by buying a new wheel...

I just dropped 450 grams by buying a new wheel set. I can definitely feel the difference. YMMV
Forum: Road Cycling
07-18-14, 10:24 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 16,466
Posted By kc4sox

I just switched from 23 to 25's. I'm running...

I just switched from 23 to 25's. I'm running lower pressures and loving the ride quality.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-18-14, 10:17 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,832
Posted By kc4sox

Selle Italia Max Gel Flight

Selle Italia Max Gel Flight
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-10-14, 10:18 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 7,583
Posted By kc4sox

Google Virginia Creeper in Damascus Va.

Google Virginia Creeper in Damascus Va.
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-01-14, 12:01 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 524
Posted By kc4sox

First real Mtn Bike in the stable

After a year back into cycling I bought a Mtn bike so I can mix things up a bit and take a break from the roadie once in a while.

So, 2013 Trek Superfly AL is in the house. How did I do as far as...
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-01-14, 08:27 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,536
Posted By kc4sox

Only one response ? That's ok because I...

Only one response ?

That's ok because I picked up a great deal on a 2013 Trek Superfly AL
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-29-14, 07:51 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,536
Posted By kc4sox

Trek X-Caliber 8 Opinions / advise

I have been back into cycling a little over a year now. I've put about 1800 miles on the roadie and 850 on the Hybrid. The Hybrid just doesn't get the love anymore. It can't compete with the roadie...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-27-14, 09:49 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,339
Posted By kc4sox

I just bought a 10 speed Ultegra 12-30 for 69...

I just bought a 10 speed Ultegra 12-30 for 69 bucks new on Amazon
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