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09-05-23, 01:21 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 2,558
Posted By Roger Ramjet

When I converted to clipless many moons ago, I...

When I converted to clipless many moons ago, I just learned that when I get on the bike, to clip in on the right while doing that (right crankarm high), start pedaling with the right foot to get...
09-02-23, 07:43 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,245
Posted By Roger Ramjet

Around 15 years ago, I was removing a stubborn...

Around 15 years ago, I was removing a stubborn bottom bracket when it suddenly let go and I hit myself in the mouth with the wrench handle, breaking a tooth. It was Sunday morning, and it was a...
09-02-23, 07:36 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,171
Posted By Roger Ramjet

"I KNEW that the out of the saddle position would...

"I KNEW that the out of the saddle position would keep my rear end dry!!!!!"
07-20-23, 07:14 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 463
Posted By Roger Ramjet

I installed a 1-1/8" King headset in my 2012...

I installed a 1-1/8" King headset in my 2012 CrossCheck (built from frame and fork) and it has worked fine for 11 years. I'd measure again.
06-09-23, 05:15 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,602
Posted By Roger Ramjet

I have bikes that have 50/34 and 11-34. What I've...

I have bikes that have 50/34 and 11-34. What I've found is that I "run out of leg" before I get to using the 34-34 combo on a steep hill, and end up walking it. Other riders' experience can, and...
06-08-23, 07:43 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,602
Posted By Roger Ramjet

That gearing should be good for anything other...

That gearing should be good for anything other than really serious hills.

Roger
06-08-23, 04:30 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,602
Posted By Roger Ramjet

But it appears that the 2009 model had 48/34...

But it appears that the 2009 model had 48/34 chainrings. The OP probably has an older model.

https://www.specialized.com/us/en/tricross-comp/p/22438?color=30806-22438

To the OP: From my...
09-06-20, 08:27 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,597
Posted By Roger Ramjet

I have 8 1/2 EEE width feet. I did not know...

I have 8 1/2 EEE width feet. I did not know Shimano made wide shoes, to be honest. I have used 43 normal width Shimano shoes for over 20 years, and they fit me just fine.
07-25-20, 11:01 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,405
Posted By Roger Ramjet

The only time I've even NOTICED the clutch is...

The only time I've even NOTICED the clutch is that I had to open it to remove the rear wheel for the tire change.I'm sure it might well be different if I rode technical roads/trails, though.

Lever...
07-25-20, 05:50 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,405
Posted By Roger Ramjet

I own both a 2019 (same as 2020) Checkpoint ALR5...

I own both a 2019 (same as 2020) Checkpoint ALR5 and a 2021 ALR5 with GRX. I've had the 2021 for nearly 2 months now, have ridden it many times. I can assure you there is no difference in the...
07-02-20, 12:14 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 11,201
Posted By Roger Ramjet

I can comment on GRX. I have a 2021 ALR5, in...

I can comment on GRX. I have a 2021 ALR5, in addition to a 2019 ALR5. The GRX 600/810 on the 2021 ALR5 and SL5 is functionally equivalent to the 105 on the 2019, other than the chainring ratios...
07-02-20, 05:53 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 30,115
Posted By Roger Ramjet

I'm with thehammerdog. I come to this thread just...

I'm with thehammerdog. I come to this thread just so I can drool over the pictures of your bike some more. Awesome!!!! :thumb:
07-02-20, 05:48 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 11,201
Posted By Roger Ramjet

I personally wouldn't spend the extra money for...

I personally wouldn't spend the extra money for Ultegra, unless there is some other content on the SL6 you want (color? ;) ). I have 105 on several bikes, it shifts and brakes fabulously.
...
06-29-20, 08:14 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 11,201
Posted By Roger Ramjet

I own a 2019 Checkpoint SL5. I haven't ridden the...

I own a 2019 Checkpoint SL5. I haven't ridden the Giant, but I can give a positive recommendation for the SL5. Ride and handling are excellent. I would note that I have the Schwalbe G-One 35mm tires,...
06-11-20, 02:15 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,273
Posted By Roger Ramjet

I have 2019 ALR5 and 2019 SL5 bikes already. I am...

I have 2019 ALR5 and 2019 SL5 bikes already. I am totally sold on the Checkpoint from 2 years of riding experience.

Added by edit: I took the 2021 ALR5 out for its first ride this afternoon. GRX...
06-11-20, 10:02 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 7,459
Posted By Roger Ramjet

WOW, congrats!!!!!!!!! You got a GREAT deal....

WOW, congrats!!!!!!!!! You got a GREAT deal. Enjoy it!!!!!!!
06-11-20, 09:43 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,273
Posted By Roger Ramjet

Color.......I got the Teal. :) I also wanted...

Color.......I got the Teal. :)

I also wanted to try GRX with the updated 30/46 chainring gearing (my 2019 has 34/50 chainrings).

I personally have NO interest in the Topstone. I have a carbon...
06-11-20, 07:22 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,273
Posted By Roger Ramjet

I just purchased a 2021 Trek Checkpoint ALR5...

I just purchased a 2021 Trek Checkpoint ALR5 myself this week. I already owned a 2019, and find the geometry, ride, brakes, etc. work very well for me. I will admit that I don't do gravel myself,...
04-27-20, 01:44 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,543
Posted By Roger Ramjet

Tree Fort is around 10 miles from me. They are...

Tree Fort is around 10 miles from me. They are absolutely legit. I have a 2012 Surly Crosscheck that I bought the frame and fork from them, and a 2017 Salsa Warbird that I bought as a built bike....
Forum: Great Lakes
10-21-19, 07:39 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,594
Posted By Roger Ramjet

I personally preferred it the other way. But my...

I personally preferred it the other way. But my guess is that they changed it because it is getting harder to get volunteers to work rides; this allowed them to only have to cover the Chelsea...
10-16-19, 06:34 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,442
Posted By Roger Ramjet

I've had the same issue with my 2016 Specialized...

I've had the same issue with my 2016 Specialized Crux. A definite huge annoyance.
10-06-19, 06:55 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 37,389
Posted By Roger Ramjet

I have a 2018 Checkpoint SL5, and a 2018...

I have a 2018 Checkpoint SL5, and a 2018 Checkpoint ALR5. I am 5'9", with a 30-inch inseam, and the 54 cm frame fits me perfectly. I would suggest that you NOT make your decision for a 52 cm based on...
10-04-19, 08:23 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,815
Posted By Roger Ramjet

I have a 2018 Checkpoint SL5. The SL6 is the...

I have a 2018 Checkpoint SL5. The SL6 is the better choice in that you get Ultegra. But if you are a relative novice, and can't do a lot of your own bike work, where you buy the bike is important....
09-26-19, 11:22 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 15,944
Posted By Roger Ramjet

I have a Checkpoint with the 35 mm G-Ones also,...

I have a Checkpoint with the 35 mm G-Ones also, and they seem fast to me (at 65 psi). This is compared to the 33 mm Bontrager CX3s (70 psi) on my Crocketts.
09-17-19, 08:20 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 8,111
Posted By Roger Ramjet

Just me maybe, but I wouldn't want anywhere NEAR...

Just me maybe, but I wouldn't want anywhere NEAR that frame after it failed like that. I'd want something completely new. You would have no idea what other surprises might be in store for you.
Forum: Great Lakes
09-10-19, 02:01 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,594
Posted By Roger Ramjet

I've done OHR almost every year from 1994 to this...

I've done OHR almost every year from 1994 to this year. The ride has changed bit by bit over the years. In order to go through Hell, you will probably have to do the 100-mile route now. It changed...
08-30-19, 06:58 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,045
Posted By Roger Ramjet

I think the Schwinn High Sierra dates back to...

I think the Schwinn High Sierra dates back to 1993/1994, right after the first bankruptcy. My memory of it is that it is a decent mid-quality mountain bike. I myself had a 1992 High Plains, that was...
08-29-19, 10:53 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 43,275
Posted By Roger Ramjet

Rick, don't know where you are in Michigan, but...

Rick, don't know where you are in Michigan, but the American Cycle And Fitness stores in the metro Detroit and Lansing areas definitely DID take trade-ins. At least they did as of a year ago. They...
08-27-19, 04:49 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 11,145
Posted By Roger Ramjet

I also have a Checkpoint SL5 like yours. I can...

I also have a Checkpoint SL5 like yours. I can confirm that the proximity of the crank arms to the frame appears to be normal.

That is unfortunate that Trek didn't catch that sort of thing in...
11-01-18, 06:30 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 9,266
Posted By Roger Ramjet

I also have a SL5, and I hadn't noticed any flex...

I also have a SL5, and I hadn't noticed any flex from the rear. Mine seems to do exactly what I would expect.

To the OP, why not get an aluminum Trek Checkpoint frame? You said you liked the...
10-26-18, 02:59 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,692
Posted By Roger Ramjet

I've never seen any 28mm wide. Michelin makes Mud...

I've never seen any 28mm wide. Michelin makes Mud 2 (knobby) and Jet (semi-slick) tires that are 30mm wide. At least that is what they claim.
10-21-18, 04:45 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 13,215
Posted By Roger Ramjet

I missed that difference. My mistake. From what I...

I missed that difference. My mistake. From what I had seen, I thought the geometry was all the same between the SL5 and ALR5.

My bike did not come with Ultegra. It was one that had been hanging...
10-21-18, 08:36 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 13,215
Posted By Roger Ramjet

My SL5 is the white WSD like yours. There is...

My SL5 is the white WSD like yours. There is nothing WSD-specific, other than the saddle. Ditto with the ALR5.
10-13-18, 06:37 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 13,215
Posted By Roger Ramjet

54cm. I have 30 inch inseam. I have found my...

54cm. I have 30 inch inseam. I have found my preferred height for saddle to be 27 inches from bottom bracket centerline to top of saddle going up the seat tube. This is with saddle set to 28 inches...
10-12-18, 07:01 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 13,215
Posted By Roger Ramjet

I actually have the opposite issue with my SL5. I...

I actually have the opposite issue with my SL5. I almost could not get the seat down far enough, due to the carbon seat tube. It is down as far as it can go. I suppose one could have done surgery to...
10-09-18, 07:14 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 3,600
Posted By Roger Ramjet

My preferred gearing is 46/34 front, 11-32 back....

My preferred gearing is 46/34 front, 11-32 back. My riding is almost completely flat, little elevation change. I like having the range just in case I decide to do a ride that does have some hills.
10-06-18, 07:27 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,991
Posted By Roger Ramjet

I'm in the Detroit area. Ditto here. It stinks....

I'm in the Detroit area. Ditto here. It stinks. Rain, rain, rain, rain, nice day, gotta mow yard. Rain, rain, rain, rain, rain, rain, mow yard again. Bleh.
10-02-18, 01:54 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 13,215
Posted By Roger Ramjet

I just checked my carbon Checkpoint.......I...

I just checked my carbon Checkpoint.......I measured around 50 mm between the chainstays, so I don't think you can get a 50mm in there. The front has more room, around 60mm.
10-02-18, 12:03 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 13,215
Posted By Roger Ramjet

I own a carbon frame Checkpoint, and an aluminum...

I own a carbon frame Checkpoint, and an aluminum frame 2016 Salsa Warbird. The carbon frame is definitely smoother, but I'm not sure that it is $800 smoother. I do also have aluminum frame Trek...
09-29-18, 07:32 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,435
Posted By Roger Ramjet

I have one. I bought it new as a frame and fork...

I have one. I bought it new as a frame and fork in 2012 and built it up to my own taste. Looks good, rides great, handles great.
09-29-18, 07:24 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 19,809
Posted By Roger Ramjet

I'm surprised Waterford and Gunnar haven't come...

I'm surprised Waterford and Gunnar haven't come up yet. Definitely great steel frames.

https://waterfordbikes.com/now/home.php?newstype=home&navcommand=showall

Custom Bicycle Frames from Gunnar...
09-29-18, 07:17 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 8,400
Posted By Roger Ramjet

I purchased a bike last year with SRAM hydraulic...

I purchased a bike last year with SRAM hydraulic disc brakes and also had problems with them. My problem was not squeal, though, mine was that the front brake was dragging, and continued to drag, no...
09-24-18, 07:56 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 69,001
Posted By Roger Ramjet

I looked, too, I thought it was $200 across the...

I looked, too, I thought it was $200 across the board on all the Checkpoints. Definitely $200 on the SL5 that I got. Feeling very lucky to get my 2019 for 15% off end-of-season.
Forum: Great Lakes
09-18-18, 10:38 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,236
Posted By Roger Ramjet

Agreed. I often don't get much room as I'm riding...

Agreed. I often don't get much room as I'm riding on the shoulder.

Something I did see make a difference on a club invitational ride around Toledo. OH last month. On a 55 mph road, the hosting...
09-09-18, 07:53 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 69,001
Posted By Roger Ramjet

I agree that's good news. My only disappointment...

I agree that's good news. My only disappointment with the bike so far is that the RS505 shifters only allow 2-gear downshifts, instead of 3 for the regular 105 shifters. With the closer-ratio...
08-27-18, 08:18 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,372
Posted By Roger Ramjet

For reference, I am 5'9" and 30 inch inseam....

For reference, I am 5'9" and 30 inch inseam. Trek's website says that I should take a 56 cm Checkpoint. I went in to a shop to look at them, found that a 56 cm was too big, but a 54 cm fit me...
08-24-18, 11:42 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 69,001
Posted By Roger Ramjet

I just bought a SL5 this week, so I can't give a...

I just bought a SL5 this week, so I can't give a long-term impression of it, but I've been happy with it so far from two rides the last couple of days. The model I have is the white SL5 WSD, but the...
09-10-17, 07:48 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,775
Posted By Roger Ramjet

I got a sweet deal on a 2016 Warbird 105 in a...

I got a sweet deal on a 2016 Warbird 105 in a local shop a couple of months ago, and was waiting for the 2018 model to see what they did for colors this year. Sad to see there is NO Warbird 105 this...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-10-08, 08:27 PM
Replies: 27,391
Views: 18,376,591
Posted By Roger Ramjet

I'm a newbie here on this site. Thought I'd show...

I'm a newbie here on this site. Thought I'd show off my main ride, a 1993 Waterford 1200. Got the frame and fork via eBay around 6 years ago; it was originally white with red and blue confetti, and...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-10-08, 08:17 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,591
Posted By Roger Ramjet

First post. I am very similar to the OP in...

First post. I am very similar to the OP in size......5'9", 30-inch inseam.....and I ride 53 to 55 cm ST road frames comfortably (Paramount, Waterford)....in fact, the 53 feels a bit cramped...
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