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Search: Posts Made By: Gran Fondo
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Forum: Road Cycling
12-30-14, 09:57 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,394
Posted By Gran Fondo

GUB carbon from Amazon. 25g each and just 1$ per...

GUB carbon from Amazon. 25g each and just 1$ per gram :) The icing on the cake is the match.
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Forum: Road Cycling
07-26-14, 06:43 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,120
Posted By Gran Fondo

Overtightened brake caliper nut? In any case,...

Overtightened brake caliper nut? In any case, Cannondale came through and found a replacement fork, but it is of the team colors. So, just fork swap in a few days (hopefully). Until then, I'm riding...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-26-14, 06:42 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,120
Posted By Gran Fondo

No, they won't break down another bike in order...

No, they won't break down another bike in order to provide like-for-like replacement parts. Can't say I blame them either.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-26-14, 06:41 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,120
Posted By Gran Fondo

Cannondale rep estimated the replacement cost of...

Cannondale rep estimated the replacement cost of the Hi-Mod fork at $500, but you can't buy one.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-26-14, 06:32 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 5,965
Posted By Gran Fondo

Not even close. I can ride back-to-back...

Not even close. I can ride back-to-back centuries, but I can't even finish one marathon. A good way to compare is to determine how many calories you burn using the same parameters. Go for a 5K...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-25-14, 10:47 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,120
Posted By Gran Fondo

They won't replace just the fork. They mandate a...

They won't replace just the fork. They mandate a full frame and fork replacement. Labor is not covered, so I'd have to pay $300 in labor (they won't let the owner do it for liability reasons). ...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-25-14, 09:32 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,120
Posted By Gran Fondo

Would you ride with this fork?

A little background: 2014 Cannondale Supersix Evo Hi-Mod, picked up in October 2013. Ridden about 2800 miles since then, including 5 road races and 1 crit. I noticed recently that the front brake...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-09-14, 07:24 PM
Replies: 125
Views: 7,611
Posted By Gran Fondo

Only for races, because that's when the risk for...

Only for races, because that's when the risk for going down is greatest. Until then, I am a sasquatch.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-04-14, 05:48 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,873
Posted By Gran Fondo

Nice purchasing decision. Glad you got the bug...

Nice purchasing decision. Glad you got the bug :) However, I must say you do look a little tall for the bike. What size stem does it have and what fore/aft position is the seat in?
Forum: Road Cycling
03-28-14, 08:28 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,745
Posted By Gran Fondo

You've never raced and you're thinking about...

You've never raced and you're thinking about moving up into Cat2? Did you have a question? This was your first post, so you're forgiven.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-16-14, 07:42 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 7,604
Posted By Gran Fondo

I am very familiar with Fuji bikes, and really am...

I am very familiar with Fuji bikes, and really am a fan of their products and how well they back them. My limited experience with Giant has me avoiding the brand, but mainly in the world of carbon...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-14-14, 08:26 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 66,076
Posted By Gran Fondo

Anybody know how to update their age? I'm no...

Anybody know how to update their age? I'm no longer 44 (I'm 45 until July). Also, anybody know how to keep the order on the main sheet sorted by mileage, like the 2013 was? I know how to sort it,...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-14-14, 08:09 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 4,905
Posted By Gran Fondo

I do most of my own building and maintenance. ...

I do most of my own building and maintenance. Can't say I ever built a wheel though. In fact, I'll admit I suck at even truing wheels. But I can tune derailleurs to perfection in a heartbeat :)
Forum: Road Cycling
03-14-14, 08:04 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,224
Posted By Gran Fondo

So in a sense, it turns out my mistake is...

So in a sense, it turns out my mistake is actually a preferred thing for many pros. However, I am not a sprinter. I'm a climber. Oh well... after a few races, they'll practically be slicks anyway...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-13-14, 08:42 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,224
Posted By Gran Fondo

The official word from a Vittoria rep I talked to...

The official word from a Vittoria rep I talked to today said, not only does it not matter, but many pros run the rear tire backward intentionally. It provides better traction for acceleration,...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-12-14, 08:22 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,264
Posted By Gran Fondo

If you have wide feet, I don't recommend Sidi...

If you have wide feet, I don't recommend Sidi shoes. Even their wide versions are narrow. I have shoes from Mavic, Shimano, and Northwave (2x), and all are comfortable. The Shimano (R077's) are...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-12-14, 08:04 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,224
Posted By Gran Fondo

I'm new to using tubular tires, but after careful...

I'm new to using tubular tires, but after careful research, I bought a set of Vittoria Corsa EVO CX III tires for road racing. I was very careful in following the instructions for gluing (using...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-04-14, 11:06 AM
Replies: 111
Views: 9,280
Posted By Gran Fondo

Same goes for everybody. This is an age-old...

Same goes for everybody. This is an age-old topic because even the written laws and regulations are vague. Is a cyclist more a motorist (must obey all taffic laws) or more a pedestrian (everybody...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-01-14, 08:17 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,812
Posted By Gran Fondo

The OP never posted since his original post... I...

The OP never posted since his original post... I don't think he cares. The weight weenie link is pretty useless and out of date.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-27-14, 09:14 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,812
Posted By Gran Fondo

This has to be a puzzle... inepensive...

This has to be a puzzle... inepensive non-composite frame under 1100g? Doesn't exist. That being said, what do you have against aluminum or carbon fiber? Specialized and canonndale are leaders in...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-20-14, 08:49 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,224
Posted By Gran Fondo

Wow, what a bunch of nice replies (for a change)....

Wow, what a bunch of nice replies (for a change). Very informative. Sounds like not only is glue the way to go, but the Vittoria Mastik One is the recommended glue. Thanks, all. I appreciate it.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-19-14, 09:39 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,224
Posted By Gran Fondo

Tubular Tires - Glue or Tape

Well, my new dedicated race wheel set arrived today. They are Easton EC90SL tubulars. Now I'm in the research mode for tires (favoring the Vittoria CX III so far). There are two ways to mount...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-12-14, 09:20 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 66,076
Posted By Gran Fondo

We're having the worst winter in years. This...

We're having the worst winter in years. This sucks not being able to ride outdoors as much as last winter. I'm about 200 miles behind where I was this time last year.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-12-14, 08:00 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 664
Posted By Gran Fondo

I think you would find a regular compact suitable...

I think you would find a regular compact suitable if you get a rear cassette with an 11. I did an 8000' 105 miler about six months ago using a compact and an 11/27 cassette and it was great! I was...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-11-14, 05:31 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,924
Posted By Gran Fondo

Jackal now has more posts than the OP. :lol:

Jackal now has more posts than the OP. :lol:
Forum: Road Cycling
02-10-14, 11:50 AM
Replies: 118
Views: 66,076
Posted By Gran Fondo

Yay, I can finally edit. One thing I noticed...

Yay, I can finally edit. One thing I noticed though is that the "Week Ending" is askew. Perhaps a result of continuing from 2013? Should be a Saturday or Sunday, not a Monday.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-05-14, 06:40 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 66,076
Posted By Gran Fondo

Looking forward to being able to edit. Not sure...

Looking forward to being able to edit. Not sure where the 198 lb weight number came from... I haven't been that heavy since 2011!
Forum: Road Cycling
01-28-14, 08:26 PM
Replies: 732
Views: 47,624
Posted By Gran Fondo

I still can't edit my data.

I still can't edit my data.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-28-14, 08:17 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,173
Posted By Gran Fondo

Nothing lasts forever, but I think for most...

Nothing lasts forever, but I think for most people, good quality components last longer than the owners. Or at least longer than owners care to keep them. However, it also depends on the quality. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-20-14, 12:58 PM
Replies: 732
Views: 47,624
Posted By Gran Fondo

Does one need a google account? I thought it was...

Does one need a google account? I thought it was possible to edit using an external account. I do similar funtions with google apps for other entities. For example, I update a (google) ride calendar...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-15-14, 09:14 PM
Replies: 732
Views: 47,624
Posted By Gran Fondo

I'm in. Waiting for new spreadsheet to be...

I'm in. Waiting for new spreadsheet to be cleared.

Goals for year: 160 lbs, 5000 miles

Week 1: 170 lbs, 56 miles

Week 2: 171 lbs, 100 miles
Forum: Road Cycling
10-14-13, 08:53 AM
Replies: 27,281
Views: 6,578,843
Posted By Gran Fondo

Old school frame/fork = old school hot - but none...

Old school frame/fork = old school hot - but none of the rest.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-13-13, 07:01 PM
Replies: 27,281
Views: 6,578,843
Posted By Gran Fondo

New ride. It's a 2014 model: 345901

New ride. It's a 2014 model:
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Forum: Road Cycling
09-26-13, 12:23 PM
Replies: 732
Views: 47,624
Posted By Gran Fondo

I think if we were tracking feet climbed, I just...

I think if we were tracking feet climbed, I just might be in the lead? I'm at 310,000 feet so far.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-03-13, 07:33 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 4,001
Posted By Gran Fondo

I can understand why you and others would think...

I can understand why you and others would think that, but it's in the timing. I don't wait for the rear to wear out, just when the shoulders start to square off. I haven't missed a mark yet when they...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-20-13, 12:54 PM
Replies: 732
Views: 47,624
Posted By Gran Fondo

My miles are down a bit because I've been...

My miles are down a bit because I've been training for my first race this coming Saturday (at age 45). Been doing intervals, hill trials, and test rides to gage cadence.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-04-13, 08:59 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 4,001
Posted By Gran Fondo

I switched from Conti's to Michelin Pro4 Enduros...

I switched from Conti's to Michelin Pro4 Enduros for the very reasons you mentioned. The Conti's got lots of nicks in rubber and didn't last long mileage-wise. I think the only advantage the...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-05-13, 09:05 PM
Replies: 732
Views: 47,624
Posted By Gran Fondo

244 miles this week. Sent PM to RT. I was just...

244 miles this week. Sent PM to RT. I was just looking at my rides for the week on Strava. Throughout the week, the distances went down at first but so did the pace (went from 37 miles/17.7mph to...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-29-13, 10:41 AM
Replies: 732
Views: 47,624
Posted By Gran Fondo

Yay, I'm in the top 5! Have a few charity...

Yay, I'm in the top 5! Have a few charity centuries planned, so hope to hit the 1/2 way point a little early ;)
Forum: Road Cycling
04-19-13, 07:23 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,721
Posted By Gran Fondo

I like Shimano's stuff. IMO, better than Campy.

I like Shimano's stuff. IMO, better than Campy.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-19-13, 06:02 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,721
Posted By Gran Fondo

The Ultegra shifters don't need to be moved as...

The Ultegra shifters don't need to be moved as far as the Tiagras to shift gears. That is a function of the shifters, and not the derailleurs. I like it. Feels more direct and let's you focus on...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-19-13, 05:37 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 7,269
Posted By Gran Fondo

I now have several hundred miles on mine and...

I now have several hundred miles on mine and still love it. Seems that sfrider retold my story. Thanks! :)
Forum: Road Cycling
04-16-13, 05:15 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,407
Posted By Gran Fondo

Most vinyl shops are reasonable, but may ask you...

Most vinyl shops are reasonable, but may ask you to do all the design work, which is fine if you're creative and can provide graphics files in the high-res format they use. I used a local one for...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-16-13, 08:41 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,721
Posted By Gran Fondo

Actually, they didn't cost me anything. Aside...

Actually, they didn't cost me anything. Aside from being on sale at PB, I got an additional 10% off (Tuesday lunch time special) AND had more than enough points balance to cover the cost. I like to...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-16-13, 08:31 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 783
Posted By Gran Fondo

Not sure what "big-big+1" means, but the chain...

Not sure what "big-big+1" means, but the chain does get very close to rubbing itself near the lower pulley on the RD, so maybe I should take another two links out. Wished I would have known about...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-15-13, 09:16 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 783
Posted By Gran Fondo

Chain Question

I replaced the 4500-mile old 108 link KMC chain that came on my bike with a 110 link Dura-Ace chain. The KMC one was stretched a bit so that it was almost as long as 109 Dura-Ace links. I'm running...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-15-13, 08:13 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,721
Posted By Gran Fondo

That's about it. :)

That's about it. :)
Forum: Road Cycling
04-15-13, 08:03 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,721
Posted By Gran Fondo

Well, I certainly didn't expect a performance...

Well, I certainly didn't expect a performance gain. I only did it because the price was right and I have Ultegra shifters. But since Ultegra is two lines up from Tiagra, I did expect more weight...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-15-13, 07:23 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,721
Posted By Gran Fondo

Replaced Tiagra Derailleurs with Ultegra

Well, I just replaced the perfectly fine front and rear Tiagra derailleurs with Ultegra units. The front was a big dissapointment because there's no perceived beneift, not even weight savings (only...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-13-13, 05:36 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 7,269
Posted By Gran Fondo

I didn't try the Toupe, but just by visual...

I didn't try the Toupe, but just by visual inspectuion, the Williams LQQKS more padded than the S-Works Toupe Pro I looked at. That seat was $300 (on sale for $225) and only 135g. The Williams...
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