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Forum: Road Cycling
09-26-18, 08:16 AM
Replies: 3,116
Views: 534,890
Posted By valleysuper

well done! Love the reflections of the trees.

well done! Love the reflections of the trees.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-01-18, 04:17 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 5,634
Posted By valleysuper

I thought after doing some gravel this spring...

I thought after doing some gravel this spring about all the wonderful benefits people have posted, and they are all true about gravel riding. For me I enjoy the increased technical aspect of riding...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-26-18, 04:03 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,425
Posted By valleysuper

Rode with a few guys the other day. They have...

Rode with a few guys the other day. They have more exp than me. We went to a good sandy stretch and worked for a bit. Riding it several times. Im a little better.
Thanks for the tips. Worked a...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-16-18, 05:19 AM
Replies: 27,281
Views: 6,586,098
Posted By valleysuper

That made me chuckle. Nice bike. great...

That made me chuckle.
Nice bike. great build. The seat mast is cool. what crank is that?

Thats Hot in my book
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-16-18, 04:59 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,425
Posted By valleysuper

Thanks guys. Nothing in the race...

Thanks guys.

Nothing in the race description as to amounts of sand. Just says fire roads, gravel some pavements. I gotta figure it will be ok. its a small race from the one person I found who...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-15-18, 01:30 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,425
Posted By valleysuper

Riding in sand

Im very new to riding off the road. I was very excited to try out gravel riding, and built up an old steel mtb with some drop bars and headed out. Ive got 26" wheels with 1.75" tires that are not...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-15-18, 01:03 PM
Replies: 1,980
Views: 435,756
Posted By valleysuper

I love the SYF. was it painted on the frame? or...

I love the SYF. was it painted on the frame? or a decal?
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-06-18, 03:29 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 21,645
Posted By valleysuper

I did just that. I think my deore crank was...

I did just that. I think my deore crank was 104bcd. So I found a 44 for the big. There is a 46 but it was twice the price. Kept the 32 as a small ring and lost the 22 ring that was on it.
With...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-06-18, 02:40 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 21,645
Posted By valleysuper

I get a little rub on the extremes as well. I...

I get a little rub on the extremes as well. I don’t believe that’s the problem, or that there is a problem, it just happens when crossed up all the way.

I was more wondering if the Claris cable...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-04-18, 07:38 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 21,645
Posted By valleysuper

JW. It came out nice, good looking rig. ...

JW.

It came out nice, good looking rig.
Did they replace the front derailleur with a Claris top pull? Or keep the deore?
Forum: Road Cycling
03-30-18, 05:47 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,955
Posted By valleysuper

I had a power bar energy gel on the counter. ...

I had a power bar energy gel on the counter.
41g. 1.4oz. 1 serving.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-30-18, 05:41 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 502
Posted By valleysuper

Maps.me app

Just figured I’d post a cool app I found. Let’s you download regional maps and access them offline. It’s made with hiker/biker in mind it seems with many area trails all around my location I had no...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-28-18, 07:25 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,955
Posted By valleysuper

I had an older version of the flask with a Velcro...

I had an older version of the flask with a Velcro holder for my top tube. Used it racing triathlon. It was great. I only used 1 type of gel at the time so I would just squirt more in at the end of a...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-28-18, 05:49 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 680
Posted By valleysuper

My daughter and I had picked out a swamp green...

My daughter and I had picked out a swamp green when I just did mine. Then I saw a new Toyota Tacoma parked on the side of the road in a beige, I had never seen a truck that color, and I instantly...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-28-18, 03:52 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,114
Posted By valleysuper

Was only able to get off-road for a mile or so....

Was only able to get off-road for a mile or so. Still lots of snow here.
I flipped the stem and that got the drop a little better for me. Im used to a good bit of drop on all my bikes. I may go...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-24-18, 03:27 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,114
Posted By valleysuper

Maiden voyage tomorrow

My 1996 Karakoram turned gravel, and other bike
Will see how she rides tomorrow. Has a little more drop than i like right now. But close.
Forum: Winter Cycling
03-22-18, 05:22 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,637
Posted By valleysuper

Zipp. Are those trails usable for cycling year...

Zipp.
Are those trails usable for cycling year round? Im looking for gravel rides for the coming year and you probably arent far from me. Im in Northwest RI.
So much for our 4th nor’easter. Im...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-21-18, 06:06 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 21,645
Posted By valleysuper

I just put the clear coat on my old repurposed...

I just put the clear coat on my old repurposed mtb frame today. Parts are all sorted and cleaned, build it this weekend I hope. I got some 1.75” tires to put on as well.
Gonna see if this gravel...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-17-18, 09:16 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,419
Posted By valleysuper

This was a timely post. Nice handlebars SF....

This was a timely post.

Nice handlebars SF.
Great pic.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-17-18, 07:02 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,586
Posted By valleysuper

👆☝️☝️ ...

👆☝️☝️
https://boston.craigslist.org/nwb/bik/d/trek-discovery-channel-bicycle/6533637476.html

If you need everything, get something like this. Repost frame for $100.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-16-18, 06:52 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 21,645
Posted By valleysuper

👍👍. Never a bad decision. Good for you....

👍👍. Never a bad decision.

Good for you. Definitely post a few pics.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-15-18, 01:51 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 21,645
Posted By valleysuper

check out over in the Classic and Vintage...

check out over in the Classic and Vintage section. somewhere prob on page 3 or 4 is a long thread on converting old mtb to drop bars.

those guys have a little bit of everything done, and have...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-15-18, 01:06 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 21,645
Posted By valleysuper

JW I would agree with chas58. If it fits and...

JW
I would agree with chas58.
If it fits and your happy throw some new rubber on and ride it. I am in the middle of an old MTB conversion and I am enjoying it, but its a PITA.
I have the...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-14-18, 08:01 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,187
Posted By valleysuper

Thanks for the info guys. Was pretty much...

Thanks for the info guys. Was pretty much thinking it was with a few riders here and there for varying distances. Depending on people’s goals and skills.
I saw Chris post 19-20mph overall and it...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-14-18, 09:23 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,187
Posted By valleysuper

Nice job guys. I’m looking around at some...

Nice job guys.
I’m looking around at some training and racing threads as I contemplate entering one locally.
That does seem like some fast averages in that “B” class. Wow. I have to work hard to...
Forum: Winter Cycling
03-12-18, 09:53 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,637
Posted By valleysuper

I’m getting antsy, I’ve been at work and...

I’m getting antsy, I’ve been at work and traveling for 10-12 days.
Haven’t even been on the trainer much. This hopefully will be the last snow event.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-09-18, 03:10 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 46,703
Posted By valleysuper

Sorry you needed a new derailleur. But I went...

Sorry you needed a new derailleur. But I went back and looked at the pic above. It was kinda funny.
That derailleur got trashed. Not often you see it above the chain!
How far out were you?
Forum: Introductions
03-09-18, 05:27 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,682
Posted By valleysuper

Among other titles we in RI have amassed. Like...

Among other titles we in RI have amassed. Like 2nd highest unemployment. 3rd highest tax rates.
We are small but aim big!
Forum: Northeast Rides and Events
03-08-18, 05:11 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,077
Posted By valleysuper

Greasy Joes Gravel grind. Has anyone ridden it?

https://www.bikereg.com/greasy-joes-gravel-grind

Thinking about giving it a go. Wondering if anyone has ever ridden it?
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-08-18, 01:19 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,743
Posted By valleysuper

I should have posted as well that i did end up...

I should have posted as well that i did end up putting both sets on a dura ace road bike and shifting seems great. Only rode it a little as it’s for sale. But seems good.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-08-18, 12:36 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,743
Posted By valleysuper

Those are Shimano specific. So you need to get...

Those are Shimano specific. So you need to get campy cables as well. They will come w Shimano.

When I went to do my campy shift and brakes with those. I started w brake and when I got to the...
Forum: Winter Cycling
03-08-18, 06:48 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 5,831
Posted By valleysuper

Here we go again. Welcome to New England.

Here we go again.
Welcome to New England.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
03-07-18, 06:18 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 11,493
Posted By valleysuper

This is my thinking as well, there are of course...

This is my thinking as well, there are of course fluctuations throughout the day. And mine can swing within a 2lb range even when weighing myself at the same time every day. But its not like I...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
03-06-18, 09:57 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 11,493
Posted By valleysuper

👆👆 Perfectly stated and the same for me.

👆👆
Perfectly stated and the same for me.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-06-18, 09:37 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,391
Posted By valleysuper

That’s a good link Tim. Here’s another if...

That’s a good link Tim.

Here’s another if it helps anyone.
Helped me a bunch with pulls and ratios.
...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-06-18, 08:55 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,391
Posted By valleysuper

i was wondering why alot of them were this way,...

i was wondering why alot of them were this way, im finding out this is not so easy to do, let alone have it look good when youre done..
I admire the work that goes into some of the bikes i see made...
Forum: Winter Cycling
03-06-18, 06:16 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 5,831
Posted By valleysuper

im gonna be holed up in a trade show all week,...

im gonna be holed up in a trade show all week, but the weather will keep people from attending so that will prob be extra miserable.
That last storm was a good one, talking to the Mrs. id rather...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-05-18, 12:43 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,391
Posted By valleysuper

Yes it is square taper now Justin. So I think I’m...

Yes it is square taper now Justin. So I think I’m gonna leave it be and put cranks back on as a double. Use the deore FD as it’s top pull and see what happens...
The dura ace FD I was hoping To...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-05-18, 08:11 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,391
Posted By valleysuper

Thanks Tim. Trying to run Dura ace 2x9 spd...

Thanks Tim.

Trying to run Dura ace 2x9 spd shifters pretty sure they are 7600's which from what i have read should shift the Deore LX RD as indexing was the same, but i had not looked into the...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-05-18, 07:38 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,391
Posted By valleysuper

BB shell width

do most gravel bikes come with 68mm bb shells?

am trying to convert old mtb into gravel bike but i have a 73mm shell.

cant seem to find an appropriate solution to run any crank with 50/34...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-04-18, 10:05 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,717,925
Posted By valleysuper

In doing over my 96 Karakoram I’m wondering what...

In doing over my 96 Karakoram I’m wondering what double crankset I may be able to use?
Has a square taper English threaded bb now 73 wide. Would replace with whatever I needed.
The existing...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
03-03-18, 08:54 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 6,380
Posted By valleysuper

☝️ You started w a simple question Tim. Now...

☝️
You started w a simple question Tim. Now look where it is.
BTW my latest bed bath and beyond had a Bluetooth nutribullet on the cover this month. A mere $180.00. Not sure what the BT does..
Forum: Triathlon
02-28-18, 04:05 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 7,718
Posted By valleysuper

I’d reach out to QR on that. That’s not even 6...

I’d reach out to QR on that. That’s not even 6 months. What will that look like in 2 years!

Tell the bike shop to keep the clear stickers and get off their behind and help you warranty it.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
02-28-18, 07:27 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,327
Posted By valleysuper

Things have been a little nicer here in the...

Things have been a little nicer here in the northeast lately so I’ve been outside more, but I can honestly say i Kinda agree. I’m always excited to get outside and ride, but for structured training...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-28-18, 07:00 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 593
Posted By valleysuper

Any idea who made this frame?

It's on CL. Listed as 58cm titanium.
Wondering if anyone has an idea on manufacturer and model.
Curved seat stays, drop outs, may give a clue? I don't know but I've got interest in it. I've...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
02-28-18, 05:07 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 6,380
Posted By valleysuper

I bullet each morning. Have for awhile. I’m not...

I bullet each morning. Have for awhile. I’m not sure there is any nutritional benefit over eating the same foods that I blend, but I like it. I would not eat any spinach at 6am without it.
I found...
Forum: Triathlon
02-25-18, 09:26 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,288
Posted By valleysuper

Agreed. These are great. When I would go long I...

Agreed. These are great. When I would go long I would fill two of these flasks with straight Gatorade and carry a insulated bike bottle full of water in my hand. I tried other bigger bottles on a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-23-18, 05:55 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 7,365
Posted By valleysuper

Do you prefer any brand of paint stripper for use...

Do you prefer any brand of paint stripper for use on bikes? I see nitromor ...sp? Used quite a bit but some say new formulation is not as good as older.
Gonna be trying my hand at this soon and...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
02-22-18, 03:08 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,981
Posted By valleysuper

I have been “forced” to move gyms a few times in...

I have been “forced” to move gyms a few times in the last 3 years, i have always avoided the mass market, commercial, Plaza gyms in favor of single owner type operations. Even driving farther and...
Forum: Winter Cycling
02-21-18, 07:29 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 5,831
Posted By valleysuper

Hey G Brain, i got in 27 yesterday and another 22...

Hey G Brain, i got in 27 yesterday and another 22 today, it was nice to be out without all the gear on. Ive been out quite a bit all winter as its been pretty dry, but today the road grime was...
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