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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-05-16, 03:23 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 62,591
Posted By walksomemore

Another Fan!!! I had the same thing happen to my...

Another Fan!!! I had the same thing happen to my 7800 rear-shift sti, and after 2 days of tinkering and trying to read the alleged tech instructions, I stumbled across this thread. And Voila!! 10...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-13-16, 05:34 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,182
Posted By walksomemore

Ksyrium se

I don't have the se, but I do have another older set of sle's and a new set of the pro Exaliths. There are other wheels out there, but for my money, I haven't seen anything that competes as a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-12-16, 09:16 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 693
Posted By walksomemore

Yes, you are right. This is the right solution....

Yes, you are right. This is the right solution. I'd love to get the Masi to under 17....

I figured as much.....

Guess I should pick up some more grease today....

Thanks.

:giver:
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-12-16, 09:11 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 693
Posted By walksomemore

Already did that. Trying to lose a bike right...

Already did that. Trying to lose a bike right now.....:foo:

It's all about trying to get some extra value out of the 105 mix. (and, of course, having a well-coordinated colour scheme....)..... the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-12-16, 08:26 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 693
Posted By walksomemore

Bikes, Groups, and Incessant Swapping

Hi, doing a new build. Lynskey Sportive w Enve/Ksyrium Exaliths. Great combo, great all-rounder platform. So here's the dilemma.

1. My carbon bike - Masi - has a 105 (mix) 10-sp group. Typical...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-31-16, 07:35 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,573
Posted By walksomemore

Yeah the Kendas are durable enough, but pretty...

Yeah the Kendas are durable enough, but pretty high rolling resistance in 26c. Also the stock wheels on it re spec'd for 1650 grams I believe, but often ran way over 1700 and can be up to 1800 grams...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-31-16, 07:21 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,573
Posted By walksomemore

Yeah, I have the std 1 1/8" on my Tuscany. It's...

Yeah, I have the std 1 1/8" on my Tuscany. It's like only a few that were done that way - Litespeed went from 1" standard to integrated hs pretty fast, then went back to std for a little while. I...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-29-16, 12:14 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,573
Posted By walksomemore

Yeah, thanks, please do! I would be curious to...

Yeah, thanks, please do! I would be curious to see it. There's one in the LBS here, it looks very traditional to my eye. Nice, cool continental look.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-29-16, 12:10 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,573
Posted By walksomemore

Dude, I HAVE a Masi Premiare PC3 now, have had it...

Dude, I HAVE a Masi Premiare PC3 now, have had it for 2 years (its a 2013). Sort of a love-hate relationship for awhile, but after I got it dialed in it is SWEET! The 105's on it, while not the...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-29-16, 09:48 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,573
Posted By walksomemore

Yes, that's right. the Cooper Cx BB drop is...

Yes, that's right. the Cooper Cx BB drop is slightly less - about .3cm - than the Sportive.

I think I may need to look at other options as well.

Thanks, I will let you guys know!
Any other...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-28-16, 04:54 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,573
Posted By walksomemore

I spoke with Lynskey today, they say the Viale is...

I spoke with Lynskey today, they say the Viale is a light tourer - with emphasis on 'light'. More of a commuter, or maybe a credit-card tourer w some loading but not an awful lot. Haven't looked at...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-28-16, 03:10 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,573
Posted By walksomemore

Would you take the Sportive on a multi-day trip? ...

Would you take the Sportive on a multi-day trip? Light touring? Credit Card Touring?
Forum: Road Cycling
07-28-16, 11:38 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,573
Posted By walksomemore

Kind of where I am - really dial in the geometry,...

Kind of where I am - really dial in the geometry, then keep it forever. And if I can kill the overnight platform at the same time, then that's a bonus! Question is is the Sportive enough of a bike...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-28-16, 11:34 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,573
Posted By walksomemore

This has that seatpost - and when I dialed the...

This has that seatpost - and when I dialed the bike in last night I learned how to use it - I like the wedge system, but it can be a little funky. They do recommend light grease on the flat sliding...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-28-16, 11:29 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,573
Posted By walksomemore

Thanks! Just got back from test-riding hte...

Thanks! Just got back from test-riding hte Cooper Cx - about 43 mis in plus-100 heat index - and it really is a nice platform. Very smooth, but not that quick (longer wheelbase than my Tuscany of...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-28-16, 10:20 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,282
Posted By walksomemore

So.... sorry.... wow, we all consider the risks...

So.... sorry.... wow, we all consider the risks (we think), but there are always some variables we just cannot predict.... not to mention that in some states (mine included), taking out a cyclist is...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-28-16, 04:19 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,573
Posted By walksomemore

Lynskey Riders - Help Needed Please!

Hi Folks,

I am getting ready to do a new build - and I think it's either gonna be a Sportive (non-disc) or a Cooper CX (disc). Both very nice frames, similar geometry. I already have a carbon...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-12-16, 08:31 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 7,160
Posted By walksomemore

Yeah, I thought about that. Currently Jones'n my...

Yeah, I thought about that. Currently Jones'n my wife for a Garmin 810 ... :)
Forum: Road Cycling
07-12-16, 07:50 AM
Replies: 3,143
Views: 1,021,529
Posted By walksomemore

2001 ls

This is the latest iteration of my 2001 Litespeed Tuscany. just about dialed in now! I want to put a black Dura crank on 'er, maybe a new carbon fork next season. I like the simple, no nonsense...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-12-16, 07:16 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 7,160
Posted By walksomemore

I use Strava, as do some in my club.....good...

I use Strava, as do some in my club.....good coaching/support/motivation tool. Many folks in my club use either Strava or Ride With GPS. I do not think the two apps are compatible, however. Any...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-12-16, 07:12 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 7,160
Posted By walksomemore

Really nice post, and a lot more accurate than...

Really nice post, and a lot more accurate than people realize. For example, according to this I am an 'A' rider averaging about 19 mph for an overall ride (usually 40-50 mis), even though I seem to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-06-16, 11:58 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,846
Posted By walksomemore

Yeah, thanks. I have an '01 Tuscany now (the...

Yeah, thanks. I have an '01 Tuscany now (the same one they give bikers in heaven ;)), but I saw the '99 Liege and it looks like a very clean platform - and a little departure from the 'typical'...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-06-16, 07:21 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,307
Posted By walksomemore

520073 This is mine. '01 Tuscany, Dura Ace...

520073

This is mine. '01 Tuscany, Dura Ace 10-speed, 172.5 cranks, Ksyrium SL's. 57 cm (56.5 ett). Still a thing or two to do (like maybe insert some carbon stuff). I ride this thing about...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-06-16, 05:52 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,846
Posted By walksomemore

Litesped Liege

Hi,

I have come across an old Litespeed Liege - 1999 to be exact. I really like the Tuscany-like geometry, and am attracted to the 6.4 ti construction as well as the thicker, shaped down tube. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-02-16, 04:54 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,979
Posted By walksomemore

I use Quad Lock Up-Front. I did not change my...

I use Quad Lock Up-Front. I did not change my phone case. I called Quadlock, and they said if you have one of those cheap, squiggly silicon cases, it won't stick, but if you have a polymer case (like...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-30-16, 06:07 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 722
Posted By walksomemore

What're you gonna use it for? They both have...

What're you gonna use it for? They both have kind of long wheelbases. Smooth, but not as nimble as a shorter one. Also, why aluminum over steel? Have you looked at the Gran Premio family? 520...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-30-16, 09:05 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,165
Posted By walksomemore

Tough market for bike shops right now, especially...

Tough market for bike shops right now, especially when competing for the higher-end crowd that does its own wrenching and maintenance. On the other hand, at least where I live, there always seem to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-30-16, 04:42 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 11,316
Posted By walksomemore

Finally.....

Well, it only took 2 months and some gnashing of teeth, but I (finally) found the right bike last week. No, it's not the 59cm Litespeed, or the Moto. Turns out I was out of state on a trip and saw a...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-29-16, 08:03 PM
Replies: 3,143
Views: 1,021,529
Posted By walksomemore

My 2001 Tuscany, Ksyriums, Dura group, 42cm bars,...

My 2001 Tuscany, Ksyriums, Dura group, 42cm bars, winter tires (Gatorskin 25's). Very nimble and quick.

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Forum: Road Cycling
01-29-16, 06:48 PM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,412,964
Posted By walksomemore

Mine: 1. 2013 Masi Premiare carbon 501409 ...

Mine:
1. 2013 Masi Premiare carbon
501409

2. 1990 Trek 520 Touring Rig (taken on a Florida tour)
501410

3. 2001 Litespeed Tuscany (with winter/training wheels)
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Forum: Touring
12-15-15, 03:56 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,415
Posted By walksomemore

What he said, with this additional info - if you...

What he said, with this additional info - if you have a double-layer hammock, you can use one of those radiant windshield covers - supposedly reflects 80-90% of body heat back. That has not been my...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-30-15, 05:02 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 13,019
Posted By walksomemore

That little Schwinn WAS amazing - tall, long...

That little Schwinn WAS amazing - tall, long reach, narrow bars, and maintained speed well (once you got up to speed). A little heavy, but I dug the Suntours and the safety brake levers. did I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-29-15, 05:13 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 13,019
Posted By walksomemore

Yeah, as I stated above, I have a 1990 Trek 520...

Yeah, as I stated above, I have a 1990 Trek 520 made of 4130, I've done a 1000-mile trip on it loaded down w 30-lbs of gear, and other than a few updates (conversion to different bars, jagwires, and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-29-15, 03:09 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 13,019
Posted By walksomemore

Yeah, it is very close to what I like. My CF...

Yeah, it is very close to what I like. My CF bike is a Masi (Masi likes a little stretch on the ETT), and I like my total reach at about 675-680. Plus, my BB-to-Saddle is good at about 30.5", which...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-29-15, 03:42 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 13,019
Posted By walksomemore

Really not too worried - just wanted some...

Really not too worried - just wanted some feedback on the 'abyss of negativity' (the internet) on the alleged Litespeed frame problems. I also heard, for example, that the head tubes were...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-28-15, 03:50 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 13,019
Posted By walksomemore

Well, he wants $1,000 for the Tuscany w 2005...

Well, he wants $1,000 for the Tuscany w 2005 Ultegra hardware. Integrated head set. Low mis, etc. Much, much cheaper than new. The other guy wants $995 for the Siena. It's an earlier Siena, no CF...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-28-15, 11:34 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 13,019
Posted By walksomemore

Maybe you guys are right. I often hear Trek...

Maybe you guys are right. I often hear Trek Domane's on my club rides that sound, frankly, like sewing machines the way some of those frames/BB's are performing, yet nobody admits it.....different...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-28-15, 06:30 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 13,019
Posted By walksomemore

Litespeed cracks?

Hi,

Anyone know anything about the cracks in the head tubes of Litespeed bikes? I have a chance to buy a litespeed, either an '02 Siena or an '05 Tuscany. Both in good shape, and both...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
11-25-15, 08:11 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,558
Posted By walksomemore

Fitting Calculators

Hi,

Well, as usual, I am obsessing over details. So I have measurements from Competitive Cyclist, Argonaut, and Wrench Science, and believe it or not, they are all within 1-1.5 cm of each...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-08-15, 07:51 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 11,316
Posted By walksomemore

The standover on the 59cm is about 32.5". I am...

The standover on the 59cm is about 32.5". I am 6' with a 34-34.5" inseam, so I know the 32.5 could be considered a little snug, but remember this is a traditional geometry, not a sloped top tube. ...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-08-15, 02:09 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 11,316
Posted By walksomemore

Actually I am glad you asked - I need to ping...

Actually I am glad you asked - I need to ping somebody's brain anyway. The 59 cm frame, with its 575 TT, fits my physique well, but I do go back and forth between this 59 cm and a 57 cm. I have a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-08-15, 10:45 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 11,316
Posted By walksomemore

Hmmm. According to this web site, it looks like...

Hmmm. According to this web site, it looks like the Tuscany adopted the 'Integrated HeadTube' in 2002, but it doesn't say anywhere that they went back to a non-integrated setup. All I can find under...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-07-15, 04:07 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 11,316
Posted By walksomemore

Well, I'll see the bike soon and will be able to...

Well, I'll see the bike soon and will be able to tell how much riding has gone into the drivetrain. Interesting about the headset - I've rebuilt old vintage bikes (Schwins, Raleighs, etc) so I don't...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-07-15, 04:01 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 11,316
Posted By walksomemore

Thanks both of you guys. I am most interested in...

Thanks both of you guys. I am most interested in the dropout width, in case I want to upgrade from the 9-speed Ultegra setup. The only other thing is that it is traditional geometry (not compact) and...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
11-07-15, 04:51 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,710
Posted By walksomemore

I've been through a few..... I have a carbon...

I've been through a few..... I have a carbon roadie and a Trek 520 touring bike.

On the touring bike, I had the original stock saddle (which I hated), then switched to a Brooks B-17. Took the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-07-15, 04:40 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 11,316
Posted By walksomemore

Litespeed spec sheets?

Hi,

I am seriously looking at a 2005 Litespeed Tuscany. I have been scouring the internet for specification sheets, with full dimensions, for this bike, but all I find are general group set sheets...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
11-05-15, 08:45 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,192
Posted By walksomemore

Thanks for the reply. The Lemond also has a...

Thanks for the reply.

The Lemond also has a pretty steep head angle/low offset, resulting in a pretty low trail of 53mm. By contrast, a Cannondale Synapse has a 57 and a Trek Domane has a 59....
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
11-05-15, 12:08 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,192
Posted By walksomemore

HMMM.... Can I Get Away With An Extra 2 cm??

Hi folks,

This is for all those fitting experts on the forum.

I am currently in the throes of lusting after a Steel go-fast bike. Been looking at Jamises, and just ran across a 2002 Lemond...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-29-15, 01:55 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 8,510
Posted By walksomemore

Try this - it ain't 'vintage, but....: ...

Try this - it ain't 'vintage, but....:

https://raleigh.craigslist.org/bik/5264726497.html
Forum: Touring
10-27-15, 03:06 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 11,033
Posted By walksomemore

I have a B-17, broke it in with about 1,000...

I have a B-17, broke it in with about 1,000 miles. Then put it on my 520 for a cross-country last year. I loved it until after about the 5th 100-plus day, then it was just part of the bike. ...
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