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Forum: Road Cycling
12-28-18, 01:18 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,534
Posted By carlton

^^^Actually I tried to be nice to you but I see...

^^^Actually I tried to be nice to you but I see that didn't work. You are making the assumption that you know the condition of my tire, but you do not know. And you are not going to be able to clean...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-26-18, 08:25 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,534
Posted By carlton

^^^ I'll be more than happy to let you clean it...

^^^ I'll be more than happy to let you clean it up next time. Your hands must be so abrasive that you can outscrub a stiff bristle brush and SOS pads. And to do it in two minutes are less is most...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-25-18, 10:05 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,534
Posted By carlton

^^^^ I use orange also. The tire had been...

^^^^ I use orange also. The tire had been recharged a couple of times already and was past due for another. The sealant was completely dried out. Had a thin coating on the sidewalls and fairly thick...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-24-18, 01:54 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 21,697
Posted By carlton

I applaud your efforts to keep your forum decent...

I applaud your efforts to keep your forum decent place to visit. Thank you.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-07-18, 08:36 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,795
Posted By carlton

Raria, Since you only need the extra flat...

Raria,
Since you only need the extra flat protection for a couple of months out of the year and you seem to be a bit concerned about costs I would go with thorn resistant tubes. As others have...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-07-18, 09:23 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,146
Posted By carlton

Try some selsom blue for your scalp itch. Not...

Try some selsom blue for your scalp itch. Not sure why anyone would purchase a new bike that doesn't fit, especially when they cost the same as those that do fit.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-06-18, 12:00 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,146
Posted By carlton

No.

No.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-04-18, 08:15 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,146
Posted By carlton

When you finally make it back home for the day,...

When you finally make it back home for the day, tell your mother all about it. I sure she will understand you.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-03-18, 08:52 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 9,381
Posted By carlton

To the OP, Did the LBS check the torque on the...

To the OP, Did the LBS check the torque on the bolt that runs through the bushing? Sounds like it's about to fall off. No way it should be moving around that much.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-03-18, 08:36 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,146
Posted By carlton

Wrong.

Wrong.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-03-18, 08:34 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,146
Posted By carlton

I didn't say standover was so important to me. I...

I didn't say standover was so important to me. I like a more upright position on my road bike and the domane is a more upright bike. In order to get the stack as high as possible without going to...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-03-18, 08:17 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,146
Posted By carlton

Saddle is not slammed. And I'm not in to weird...

Saddle is not slammed. And I'm not in to weird stack and stem engineering as I already mentioned. Best bet is to get as close as you can in frame fitment. Then finish off with stem and stack height.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-03-18, 08:06 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,146
Posted By carlton

And I would answer, that after 64 years on planet...

And I would answer, that after 64 years on planet earth, I am well versed in frame geometry and know exactly what I need to be comfortable, efficient, and safe on a bicycle.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-02-18, 01:55 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,146
Posted By carlton

The checkpoint has a much higher stand over...

The checkpoint has a much higher stand over height than a domane. I ride a 62 cm domane and the stand over is tight. The 61 checkpoint has a taller standover than a 62 domane so it wouldn't work. If...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-01-18, 12:17 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,146
Posted By carlton

Domane and Checkpoint are way different frame...

Domane and Checkpoint are way different frame sets. Tried to justify a checkpoint before buying my domane. It would take some really weird stem and stack work to get it anywhere near my domane. My...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-20-18, 09:08 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,611
Posted By carlton

^^^ Good point. The Bontrager Quantum that I...

^^^ Good point. The Bontrager Quantum that I linked to earlier in the thread, fits 60-66cm in XL.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-11-18, 07:45 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,611
Posted By carlton

I use this one in XL. Sits a bit lower on the...

I use this one in XL. Sits a bit lower on the sides of your head than most helmets I've tried. A little lower on the forehead also. I like a visor, but if you don't takes about 1 second to remove it....
Forum: Road Cycling
10-07-18, 12:54 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 8,156
Posted By carlton

If you don't like the wind, stay away from Corpus...

If you don't like the wind, stay away from Corpus Christi, Texas and the Gulf Coast. Not only will you be fighting the wind, the humidity will be close to 100%. Hills are hard to find. But if you get...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-05-18, 01:50 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,290
Posted By carlton

So how much liquid should you see on the dipstick...

So how much liquid should you see on the dipstick anyway? 700X35 tires if it matters.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-05-18, 01:26 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 8,719
Posted By carlton

Concept is cool. But it's to Fugly. No way I'm...

Concept is cool. But it's to Fugly. No way I'm riding one.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-02-18, 01:23 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 930
Posted By carlton

Shimano XT PD-M8040. Most comfortable I've tried....

Shimano XT PD-M8040. Most comfortable I've tried. Come with 2 sets of pins. One set is short (2 MM) nonabrasive, that works well with normal shoes (does not tear them up). The other set is more MTB...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-25-18, 10:48 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,564
Posted By carlton

Nice bike. I love my Domane. Not as fancy as...

Nice bike. I love my Domane. Not as fancy as yours. I went through the same problems with shorts as you. Best advice on padded shorts I found was here....
Forum: Road Cycling
09-22-18, 01:20 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 10,981
Posted By carlton

^^^ Not sure what the biggest fitment on a ALR5...

^^^ Not sure what the biggest fitment on a ALR5 Disc Emonda would be. But 30/32 sounds about right. If I had one I'd be trying to fit the widest set of compass tires that I could. My compass 35s that...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-17-18, 08:37 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 17,284
Posted By carlton

Werner, I test rode all the bikes you listed...

Werner,

I test rode all the bikes you listed plus the Diverge. I liked the tall stack and low bottom bracket of the Roubaix and the Diverge they put me in a more upright riding position which I...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-15-18, 05:05 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 9,766
Posted By carlton

Good answer.

Good answer.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-15-18, 04:31 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 10,981
Posted By carlton

I think the ride(smoothness) would be fairly...

I think the ride(smoothness) would be fairly similar If both bikes were running the same size and same model of tire. Maybe a slight edge to the checkpoint. Some tires ride much smoother than others...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-07-18, 11:51 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 69,621
Posted By carlton

^^^^^^ That's good news on using the new groupset.

^^^^^^ That's good news on using the new groupset.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-07-18, 12:52 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 10,981
Posted By carlton

#1...

#1 (https://www.bikeforums.net/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=1) go to trek's website
#2 (https://www.bikeforums.net/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=2) click on domane page
#3...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-07-18, 12:38 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 10,981
Posted By carlton

The checkpoint has been available since march or...

The checkpoint has been available since march or april of this year. If it had a taller stack I'd be riding one instead of my new domane. I bought the ALR5 Disc instead of the ALR 5 Disc Gravel...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-06-18, 04:09 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 10,981
Posted By carlton

ALR 5 Disc checkpoint is alloy and 105....

ALR 5 Disc checkpoint is alloy and 105. https://trek.scene7.com/is/image/TrekBicycleProducts/CheckpointALR5_20_24385_A_Primary?wid=1360&hei=1020&fmt=pjpeg&qlt=40,1&iccEmbed=0&cache=on,on
Forum: Road Cycling
09-03-18, 02:50 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 10,981
Posted By carlton

Loving my 2018 ALR 5 Domane. Put 700X35 compass...

Loving my 2018 ALR 5 Domane. Put 700X35 compass bon jon extralight tubeless tires on it an it's even smoother (a lot smoother) and still fast. Shame trek is not selling a 2019 model. Maybe they will...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-25-18, 07:41 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,236
Posted By carlton

I was just on trek's website and wondering the...

I was just on trek's website and wondering the same thing. I have a 2018 ALR5 Disc and the only thing I long for is a proper rack mount. With compass 700X35 tubeless tires it is really smooth and...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-04-18, 02:08 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,359
Posted By carlton

Ergon ST Core Prime...

Ergon ST Core Prime http://cdn.ergonbike.com/img/png/583/44040000_detail_3.png
. Most comfortable I've ever tried. And I've tried a few.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-30-18, 02:35 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 9,348
Posted By carlton

I also ride a ALR 5 Disc Domane. The isospeed...

I also ride a ALR 5 Disc Domane. The isospeed seatpost is not adjustable as it is in the carbon frame bikes. It basic only moves when you hit something pretty hard. I have a ergon dual shell st...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-23-18, 10:38 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 16,068
Posted By carlton

I have the ALR5 Disc. It is an aluminum frame...

I have the ALR5 Disc. It is an aluminum frame bike so it only has isospeed on the rear. The isospeed is not adjustable on the aluminum bikes. I'm glad it has isospeed because I sure as heck wouldn't...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-23-18, 12:25 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 16,068
Posted By carlton

Rotten: Trek Domane and Specialized Diverge have...

Rotten: Trek Domane and Specialized Diverge have about the highest stack height of the big name bike brands that offer some gravel road capability. Diverge is a little more off road oriented versus...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-23-18, 07:54 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 6,991
Posted By carlton

^^^ Might want to stay out of cars, trucks,...

^^^ Might want to stay out of cars, trucks, buses, airplanes, etc they are all tubeless. :)
Forum: Road Cycling
06-22-18, 04:14 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 6,991
Posted By carlton

If it's holding air ride it. If it's not holding...

If it's holding air ride it. If it's not holding air plug it. Add sealant if needed. If the hole is to large to plug, try a patch ( auto brake clean helps clean the tire before patch. don't get it on...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-22-18, 03:26 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,987
Posted By carlton

I have a 2018 ALR5 Disc Domane. I have ridden a...

I have a 2018 ALR5 Disc Domane. I have ridden a aluminum frame Emonda. I found the domane much more comfortable of the two. Mostly due to its more upright riding position and larger softer tire size....
Forum: Road Cycling
06-07-18, 11:01 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 9,869
Posted By carlton

As of about 6:30 PM today Shimano XT M8040 in the...

As of about 6:30 PM today Shimano XT M8040 in the large size with the 2mm non abrasive pins. My feet have never felt more comfortable on a bicycle ever.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-05-18, 06:38 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,056
Posted By carlton

I have the ALR5 version. It has the same frame...

I have the ALR5 version. It has the same frame fit and geometry as the ALR3. It is the only dropbar bike that I have ever been able to get comfortable on for extended rides. Its plenty fast without...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-27-18, 02:47 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,993
Posted By carlton

The trek domane has a taller stack and shorter...

The trek domane has a taller stack and shorter reach. This puts you in a more upright riding position than most other road bikes mentioned above. This position is usually more comfortable especially...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-19-18, 11:14 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 13,212
Posted By carlton

I have been looking for a custom cassette myself....

I have been looking for a custom cassette myself. The only one I have found is Miche. don't know much about them. They claim 105/ultegra shifting performance and durability....
Forum: Road Cycling
05-17-18, 01:02 AM
Replies: 112
Views: 13,212
Posted By carlton

Anybody that can spin 100+ rpm on the flats all...

Anybody that can spin 100+ rpm on the flats all day long and still hanging in there at 39 rpm in their current lowest gear will damn sure be able to climb whatever is in front of them once they get...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-24-18, 07:30 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 24,290
Posted By carlton

Not my bike but with 700x38 tires and 175 cranks...

Not my bike but with 700x38 tires and 175 cranks it would be 23" on the bottom, 124" on the top. 11-32 would be 29" low, 124" high.
Forum: Beach Cruisers
04-15-18, 10:04 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 15,552
Posted By carlton

Looks to be in excellent condition. Probably the...

Looks to be in excellent condition. Probably the highest priced 25 year old cruiser on the market.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-04-18, 09:37 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 9,343
Posted By carlton

^^^ No apologies needed. I thought I had got it...

^^^ No apologies needed. I thought I had got it wrong. Went back and looked myself. Trying to keep it Aluminum for budget and durability concerns.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-04-18, 03:15 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,271
Posted By carlton

I read that other thread and watched the video. I...

I read that other thread and watched the video. I was fully expecting to see a sub compact crankset on it. But not yet. We are waiting shimano! Hurry up! At least they are catching up with the new ...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-04-18, 02:57 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 9,343
Posted By carlton

^^^^I completely agree on the starting with the...

^^^^I completely agree on the starting with the correct frame geo to begin with. I looked at the diverge comp 5 aluminum frame. but the shop only has a 56. Was under the impression it took only a...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-04-18, 02:36 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,121
Posted By carlton

On page 1 of the road bike forums there is the...

On page 1 of the road bike forums there is the thread you mentioned and almost at the bottom of the same page there is a thread ( roubix future shock problems). on page 2 about half way down is...
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