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Forum: Road Cycling
03-23-21, 05:53 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 14,746
Posted By OldGlory

No issues at all. No rubbing or scraping. It is...

No issues at all. No rubbing or scraping. It is my fair weather bike so never have to deal with mud or debris.
Forum: Fatbikes
11-28-20, 06:50 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,339
Posted By OldGlory

Awesome! Enjoy your ride. I can't wait to try...

Awesome! Enjoy your ride. I can't wait to try it out in the snow. I have not bought studded tires yet, hopefully stock will work for me.
Forum: Fatbikes
11-20-20, 07:14 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,339
Posted By OldGlory

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First Ride along the river
Forum: Fatbikes
11-17-20, 06:23 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,339
Posted By OldGlory

Thanks! I pick it up Friday.

Thanks! I pick it up Friday.
Forum: Fatbikes
11-17-20, 03:56 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,339
Posted By OldGlory

Hey guys I jumped on the Farley 9.6. Pretty much...

Hey guys I jumped on the Farley 9.6. Pretty much an even trade for my road bike. Bikes are flying out the door with COVID lock down eminent and lots of stuff is a month overdue now due to lock downs...
Forum: Fatbikes
11-17-20, 12:06 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,339
Posted By OldGlory

My local Bike Shop has a Farley in stock and a...

My local Bike Shop has a Farley in stock and a Borealis on the way. Both carbon. Any thoughts on these bikes?

Further Disclosure: I an trading a road bike in through the Pro Closet program so...
Forum: Fatbikes
11-17-20, 07:54 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,339
Posted By OldGlory

Thanks! As I said I am a complete newbie to...

Thanks! As I said I am a complete newbie to Mountain Biking. What is the purpose of a dropper?

The primary use of the bike would be to just get me outdoors and get some exercise this winter...
Forum: Fatbikes
11-16-20, 01:37 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,339
Posted By OldGlory

Fat Bike or FS MTN Bike

Since skiing is out this year I am looking at other forms of recreation for the winter. I am considering a Fat Bike to ride this winter in Massachusetts. I know Fat Bikes are better in the snow but...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-31-20, 06:53 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,106
Posted By OldGlory

Sweetness! How does she ride?

Sweetness! How does she ride?
07-31-20, 06:51 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 10,077
Posted By OldGlory

Try a Lauf Anywhere. Put a set of 28s on it and...

Try a Lauf Anywhere. Put a set of 28s on it and it will be great on the road. Go wider for gravel.

"The Anywhere is made of carbon and, of course, designed in-house at Lauf. On top of that, it's...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-30-20, 08:50 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,393
Posted By OldGlory

So how do you like the Argon?

So how do you like the Argon?
Forum: Road Cycling
07-26-20, 04:22 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,393
Posted By OldGlory

Thanks! Wheels were an upgrade. ENVE had a trade...

Thanks! Wheels were an upgrade. ENVE had a trade in program going on when I bought the bike so I traded in the stock wheels for the 5.6 ENVEs.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-23-20, 05:31 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,393
Posted By OldGlory

Cervelo S3 Super psyched! Rides so smooth on...

Cervelo S3 Super psyched! Rides so smooth on those wheels. Way more responsive and lively than my old Domane.

Good luck with the new Bike Enjoy the Argon! I wish there was a dealer near me they...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-16-20, 05:05 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 14,746
Posted By OldGlory

Thanks! Sweet Sweet ride. Super smooth on those...

Thanks! Sweet Sweet ride. Super smooth on those ENVEs. Feels way faster than the Domane. Very lively. Need to get used to how responsive it is on downhills. It doesn't feel as stable on my...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-10-20, 04:59 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 14,746
Posted By OldGlory

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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S3 with Enve 5.6 Tubeless wheels

The Cervelo has landed. My name is Fred and...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-05-20, 02:58 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 14,746
Posted By OldGlory

Put a deposit down on the Cervelo S3 with Ultegra...

Put a deposit down on the Cervelo S3 with Ultegra DI2. Black and Red. Will be u grading to Enve wheels.
Very excited!
Forum: Road Cycling
06-04-20, 10:01 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 14,746
Posted By OldGlory

How were they different? Was the Emonda harsh? ...

How were they different? Was the Emonda harsh?

Thanks!
Forum: Road Cycling
06-03-20, 04:39 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,393
Posted By OldGlory

I don't know if I could wait!

I don't know if I could wait!
Forum: Road Cycling
06-03-20, 03:12 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,393
Posted By OldGlory

I was fitted today. The BMC is out :(. Coming...

I was fitted today. The BMC is out :(. Coming down to the Argon 18 which they don't sell and the Cervelo S3 or Trek Emonda SLR.

How do you like the Krypton? Any negatives? I like what I have...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-03-20, 12:31 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 14,746
Posted By OldGlory

So I had my fitting today. It ruled out a few...

So I had my fitting today. It ruled out a few bikes. I have longis legs as compared to my torso so a tougher fit.

This shortened my list to:
Argon 18 Krypton Pro
Trek Emonda
Cervelo S3...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-03-20, 12:27 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 14,746
Posted By OldGlory

Super sweet!

Super sweet!
06-02-20, 09:22 AM
Replies: 1,914
Views: 511,058
Posted By OldGlory

Please tell us your age. 53 1. What type...

Please tell us your age.
53

1. What type of bikes do 50+ folks ride?
Shopping for a replacement for my Domane. Currently ride a Specialized Turbo Creo and a Lauf Gravel Bike.

2. Do you take...
Forum: Northeast
06-01-20, 06:53 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,432
Posted By OldGlory

Ha Ha no worries...I should have looked at the...

Ha Ha no worries...I should have looked at the date.
Forum: Northeast
06-01-20, 06:17 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,432
Posted By OldGlory

I was responding to the Original Poster who was...

I was responding to the Original Poster who was looking for Gravel Bike suggestions. The link is to the Lauf Anywhere, a full bike nor just bars.
Forum: Northeast
06-01-20, 03:50 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,432
Posted By OldGlory

Check out Lauf Anywhere ...

Check out Lauf Anywhere

https://www.laufcycling.com/product/lauf-anywhere
05-30-20, 09:08 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 11,619
Posted By OldGlory

Impressive speeds! I was just paralleling the...

Impressive speeds! I was just paralleling the Fredness of it since you brought it up...lol.
05-30-20, 07:03 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 874
Posted By OldGlory

Diverge EVO Flat Bar

Diverge EVO Flat Bar
05-30-20, 06:56 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 11,619
Posted By OldGlory

That's like a skier in full Spyder race suit...

That's like a skier in full Spyder race suit cruising the blues.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-29-20, 04:53 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,393
Posted By OldGlory

The Cento 10 has better carbon (I think) but it...

The Cento 10 has better carbon (I think) but it has a suspension hinge in the rear which I don't want. I sold my Domane because of the "bounce" in the Isospeed Decoupler".
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-20, 05:00 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,393
Posted By OldGlory

That's exactly what I am looking for. A racy bike...

That's exactly what I am looking for. A racy bike with a more relaxed geometry that is comfortable but not dead and pokey.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-20, 04:57 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,393
Posted By OldGlory

I have been reading about the Argon it seem like...

I have been reading about the Argon it seem like a great bike. A nice balance between stiff race bike and a compliant endurance bike.

There is a somewhat local bike store that carries BMC I will...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-26-20, 06:59 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 14,746
Posted By OldGlory

I have the S3 on my list not S5 it is a bit more...

I have the S3 on my list not S5 it is a bit more relaxed. Riding the French Alps must have been a blast!
Forum: Road Cycling
05-26-20, 10:58 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 14,746
Posted By OldGlory

Pinarello is my ultimate dream bike but I am to...

Pinarello is my ultimate dream bike but I am to old and inflexible to fit a true race bike. Any thoughts or experience with Wilier?
Forum: Road Cycling
05-26-20, 10:53 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,393
Posted By OldGlory

BMC RM01 or Wilier Cento1 NDR

I sold my Domane so now I really need to find a replacement. Anyone have experience or info on these two bikes?

The BMC is more expensive $4400 for just the frame. The Wilier is their 2nd tier...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-15-20, 11:22 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 14,746
Posted By OldGlory

Any thoughts on Cannondale Super Six Hi-Mod? ...

Any thoughts on Cannondale Super Six Hi-Mod?

Sounds like they relaxed the geometry a bit and made it more compliant.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-13-20, 05:01 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 14,746
Posted By OldGlory

Carbon fiber and under $9k

Carbon fiber and under $9k
Forum: Road Cycling
05-13-20, 05:00 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 14,746
Posted By OldGlory

I am getting a fitting done by them as soon as...

I am getting a fitting done by them as soon as things open up again. They recommended I look at the Parlee and the S3 Cervelo.

You can get the Eddy online but it's tough without seeing it in...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-11-20, 04:15 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 14,746
Posted By OldGlory

Thanks for all the replies. You gave me some...

Thanks for all the replies. You gave me some good options to think about.

I am going to get a bike fitting done to see what fits.

My short list is:
BMC Roadmachine
Cervelo S-Series
...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-02-20, 05:26 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,151
Posted By OldGlory

Hi best advice I can give is to go to a good shop...

Hi best advice I can give is to go to a good shop and try on different shoes and look at the different pedal options. See if you can try some out. Best to try on helmets for fit as well. ...
05-02-20, 05:09 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 9,450
Posted By OldGlory

I have a Specialized e-Road bike. I am a solo...

I have a Specialized e-Road bike. I am a solo rider. If I want to work hard I set the assist at the lowest level. My thought is I am setting low enough that I am just overcoming the extra weight of...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-02-20, 04:39 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 14,746
Posted By OldGlory

What do you mean by too aggressive in the front...

What do you mean by too aggressive in the front end? Too low and stretched out or something else?

Thanks!
Forum: Road Cycling
05-01-20, 01:53 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 14,746
Posted By OldGlory

Pretty Awesome Project One Dream Bike! ...

Pretty Awesome Project One Dream Bike!
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Forum: Road Cycling
05-01-20, 01:47 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 14,746
Posted By OldGlory

Ha Ha no worries...it's a bummer because it was...

Ha Ha no worries...it's a bummer because it was pretty sweet!
Forum: Road Cycling
05-01-20, 11:46 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 14,746
Posted By OldGlory

Yes, that one is sweet! Do you know what model...

Yes, that one is sweet! Do you know what model year that is? It's not on the regular website.
Found it that is a 2016 model. Which is a bummer because I really liked it.

Thanks!
Forum: Road Cycling
05-01-20, 06:04 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 14,746
Posted By OldGlory

The Bianchi looks very nice but I can't get past...

The Bianchi looks very nice but I can't get past the color. Those Seven's are so sweet! Firefly is another Ti builder in MA that make very nice bikes.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-30-20, 01:12 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 14,746
Posted By OldGlory

Thanks! Is the geometry similar?

Thanks! Is the geometry similar?
Forum: Road Cycling
04-30-20, 07:55 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 14,746
Posted By OldGlory

I 100% agree. It is usually when I am shifting...

I 100% agree. It is usually when I am shifting and I am in the wrong gear. I still don't like it though.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-30-20, 07:53 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 14,746
Posted By OldGlory

Thank you. Good to hear about the R3 hopefully...

Thank you. Good to hear about the R3 hopefully that carries over to the S3. With kids there is no way I'll be riding longer than three hours max at a time unless its a charity ride (my wife...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-30-20, 07:14 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 14,746
Posted By OldGlory

I have not because I felt the decoupler was so...

I have not because I felt the decoupler was so bouncy. I should try to test ride one before I cross it off.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-30-20, 06:54 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 14,746
Posted By OldGlory

Looking to Upgrade from Domane

Good Morning Cyclists!

I want to upgrade from my Trek Domane Carbon 5 Series. I am looking for a more sporty endurance bike with compliance yet still be stiff and sprightly. I am a heavy rider...
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