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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-08-24, 03:16 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,114
Posted By puma1552

Thanks, it's only the second adjustment I've ever...

Thanks, it's only the second adjustment I've ever made on this cable so hopefully we're good. Guess it just shows that I should've tested the shifting off the road right before the chain replacement...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-08-24, 12:45 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,114
Posted By puma1552

You were on to something with the cable - it...

You were on to something with the cable - it turns out I guess I was just overdue for a half turn counterclockwise on the rear derailleur barrel adjuster. Did that and we are butter smooth throughout...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-08-24, 11:43 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,114
Posted By puma1552

OK, what the utter hell did I do wrong here? ...

OK, what the utter hell did I do wrong here?

-I replaced the chain with the exact same model of Shimano chain.
-I sized it to match the prior chain, which was sized to match the original Shimano...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-01-24, 12:06 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,114
Posted By puma1552

Just 2-3 rounds of mineral spirits to degrease...

Just 2-3 rounds of mineral spirits to degrease through the Park Tool chain cleaning tool, let it evaporate (10-15 minutes or so), and hit each pin with a drop of ProLink chain lube...same procedure...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-31-24, 12:44 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,114
Posted By puma1552

That's just how Campagnolo Zondas are designed at...

That's just how Campagnolo Zondas are designed at the spokes, nothing to worry about there:

https://i.ibb.co/yXDdKmG/IMG-2837.jpg
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-31-24, 12:15 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,114
Posted By puma1552

Thanks all, I already ran to REI tonight and...

Thanks all, I already ran to REI tonight and grabbed another new CN-HG601 to replace it, will toss it on later this week. Very happy I caught this, I've never broken a chain on the road but have...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-30-24, 04:55 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,114
Posted By puma1552

No, Shimano CN-HG601 chain from the LBS. Stuff...

No, Shimano CN-HG601 chain from the LBS. Stuff happens, I guess. Wasn't getting any skipping at all. Will measure for stretch later just to see but this is going in the bin regardless. Cassette teeth...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-30-24, 03:45 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,114
Posted By puma1552

Is this a cracked chain?

Separation around the pin, don't recall seeing this prior. Shimano 11 speed chain, maybe 1500 miles on it. That's a crack/failure, right?

https://i.ibb.co/pKH2mRQ/IMG-2829.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
03-24-24, 12:34 PM
Replies: 21,328
Views: 5,181,628
Posted By puma1552

New bar plugs installed, nice little detail. The...

New bar plugs installed, nice little detail. The logos could be printed a little more centered, but whatever, they're at least both the same.

Before:

https://i.ibb.co/51z4rmv/IMG-2798.jpg
...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-24-24, 12:25 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 307
Posted By puma1552

Thanks. Just curious though - You're only 1"...

Thanks. Just curious though -

You're only 1" taller than me and also had the same 48, but are recommending a 42? Did you feel your 48 was a bit too large?

My saddle height is 82-82.5cm from the...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-23-24, 11:07 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 307
Posted By puma1552

Geometry Mapping: Current Bike --> New Bike?

I'm 5'5" (evenly proportioned but with slightly long arms), 40 years old, average flexibility, and have been riding a size 48s Colnago C-RS for 6 years without issue. Absolutely love it, but eye is...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-19-24, 08:35 AM
Replies: 124
Views: 9,384
Posted By puma1552

Worth it up to a point, but then diminishing...

Worth it up to a point, but then diminishing returns kicks in for non-competitive riders.

I've got a Colnago CR-S (entry level) on rim brake Zondas ($300) and it is night and day, noticeably...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-15-24, 09:43 PM
Replies: 223
Views: 43,212
Posted By puma1552

Had a mishap the other day, seat ended up 5...

Had a mishap the other day, seat ended up 5 degrees off from straight, loosened seat clamp wedge, fixed and retightened. Couple days later realized that when I re-tightened, the crummy little weak...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-12-24, 05:48 PM
Replies: 21,328
Views: 5,181,628
Posted By puma1552

Some super low quality plastic chrome tidbits for...

Some super low quality plastic chrome tidbits for my fancy Italian bike, can't wait to have fun being OCD trying to line both of them up straight and level! Now to settle in and wait for a month for...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-02-24, 02:30 PM
Replies: 2,344
Views: 351,001
Posted By puma1552

FWIW, I haven't had any issues with my Zondas. ...

FWIW, I haven't had any issues with my Zondas. In fact I thought I saw somewhere back in the day when I bought them something that said the strongest part of the wheels was the midpoint between the...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-01-24, 09:47 PM
Replies: 2,344
Views: 351,001
Posted By puma1552

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/1a6dde2f_855a_49ba_aabc_05c31aca9893_2d6dfb2ef49ffea61581bfc7181a1eaf397084ef.jpeg

'17 Colnago CR-S. Definitely outdated compared...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-30-22, 03:30 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 8,444
Posted By puma1552

OP is making Erik's bike shop sound like it's a...

OP is making Erik's bike shop sound like it's a big box Dick's Sporting Goods or similar. It isn't, it's a bike shop with small stores, albeit a small midwest chain. If Erik's now sells Cervelo...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-22, 08:45 PM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,398,765
Posted By puma1552

Yep, it's this pedal hook setup: ...

Yep, it's this pedal hook setup:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07WTZ3V49?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details

Came packaged really well, brackets are well made but I used my own heavier duty...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-22, 08:11 PM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,398,765
Posted By puma1552

2017 Colnago CR-S alongside my 2016 Specialized...

2017 Colnago CR-S alongside my 2016 Specialized Sirrus Elite fool around bike. Until today they had the luxury of being in Feedback Racks in a spare bedroom but with a kid on the way, out to the...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-28-22, 11:14 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,291
Posted By puma1552

I'm very particular and detail oriented, so any...

I'm very particular and detail oriented, so any change usually means far more tinkering and dialing in than most people, and quite frankly, I don't enjoy that process whatsoever. I enjoy things the...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-27-21, 10:32 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,448
Posted By puma1552

I keep looking at Boras just because I want them....

I keep looking at Boras just because I want them. Have Zondas which are plenty, but I'd be curious to see how much better Boras are.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-27-21, 09:18 PM
Replies: 21,328
Views: 5,181,628
Posted By puma1552

https://i8.amplience.net/i/rapha/CLJ08XX_BLW_Produ...

https://i8.amplience.net/i/rapha/CLJ08XX_BLW_Product_H121_01?poi={($this.metadata.pointOfInterest.x==0)?0.5:$this.metadata.pointOfInterest.x},{($this.metadata.pointOfInterest.y==0)?0.5:$this.metadata....
Forum: Road Cycling
06-13-20, 11:16 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,711
Posted By puma1552

This is the biggest benefit of bibs over shorts. ...

This is the biggest benefit of bibs over shorts.

Muffin top owner here.

Lycra shorts made it worse by squeezing it up and out, bibs completely keep everything tucked in all around, so much...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-09-20, 09:14 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 951
Posted By puma1552

It's just most comfortable for me, I know it's...

It's just most comfortable for me, I know it's not the most powerful but I don't feel right with my pedals further back under my feet, just personal preference I guess.

Heel feels 1000% fine...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-08-20, 08:06 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 951
Posted By puma1552

Achille's Pain?

Got out for my first ride this year on Saturday, easy 32 miles with a 15 mph average. Nothing fancy.

Bike fit hasn't changed since my last ride in October, nor has my fitness and even my weight...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-06-20, 03:08 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,198
Posted By puma1552

You'll like it - I've got both the short and long...

You'll like it - I've got both the short and long sleeve versions of the Classic II jersey in large and I love both of them. Not cheap, but you get what you pay for.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-05-20, 01:23 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,198
Posted By puma1552

I am 5'5" 165 and a large Rapha Classic jersey...

I am 5'5" 165 and a large Rapha Classic jersey fits really nice. Bibs underneath hold the muffin top in.

I tried a Rapha Core jersey and no bueno. Brevet line is supposed to be more relaxed too...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-27-20, 04:11 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 7,367
Posted By puma1552

Dude, give it up. Obviously pounds aren't USD,...

Dude, give it up. Obviously pounds aren't USD, the conversion was OBVIOUSLY and inherently accounted for when I pointed out that 7 of the 14 on the list met the $3k USD criteria.

I don't even know...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-27-20, 11:15 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 7,367
Posted By puma1552

Yup, pie in the sky, article from 4 days ago: ...

Yup, pie in the sky, article from 4 days ago:

https://road.cc/content/buyers-guide/14-best-shimano-ultegra-equipped-road-bikes-211171

7 of the bikes on that list are Ultegra for under $3k....
Forum: Road Cycling
05-27-20, 09:52 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 7,367
Posted By puma1552

Congratulations on taking pride in paying full...

Congratulations on taking pride in paying full price?

Do you pay sticker price for your cars too? Remember, those are local franchisees/businesses too that need the exact same support you're...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-26-20, 08:03 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 7,367
Posted By puma1552

I'm aware, no need to school me on the state of...

I'm aware, no need to school me on the state of the economy. My bike wasn't advertised for $1200, it was advertised for $2500 and I negotiated it, and the shop certainly wasn't struggling. So unless...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-26-20, 04:54 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 7,367
Posted By puma1552

FWIW I bought a brand new Colnago (2017 model in...

FWIW I bought a brand new Colnago (2017 model in 2018) with full, then current 105 for $1200 from an authorized dealer, and it wasn't a demo, and I didn't settle as it's the exact model/size/color I...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-25-20, 06:46 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 7,367
Posted By puma1552

$3k seems high for a 105 bike IMO...

$3k seems high for a 105 bike IMO...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-24-20, 12:29 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,823
Posted By puma1552

Can't help with the issues, but pics? Would love...

Can't help with the issues, but pics? Would love to see the paint scheme selected for the Project One you went with.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-24-20, 12:24 PM
Replies: 156
Views: 16,842
Posted By puma1552

As I've gotten older, I've found that while I...

As I've gotten older, I've found that while I like the idea of upgrading just as I always have, the process of doing so for any high value item is just so inherently stressful that it's just a turn...
Forum: Manufacturer, Retailer, Survey and Consumer Feedback
05-24-20, 11:17 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 22,855
Posted By puma1552

So just to update this a year later, I did end up...

So just to update this a year later, I did end up buying another set of Zondas elsewhere, and have several hundred miles on them using the rock hard pads of my choice that I like (Shimano R55C4) and...
Forum: Manufacturer, Retailer, Survey and Consumer Feedback
05-24-20, 11:13 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,069
Posted By puma1552

Absurd. I've never heard of Norco, so maybe...

Absurd.

I've never heard of Norco, so maybe that's half the problem, but how can they not track production of what they are building, in case of a recall or something? If they aren't even...
Forum: Manufacturer, Retailer, Survey and Consumer Feedback
05-24-20, 11:10 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 29,077
Posted By puma1552

Yeah WTF? Under what justification do they...

Yeah WTF? Under what justification do they want/need that? Answer: ZERO.

Passport to buy some bike *****? wtf
Forum: Road Cycling
05-22-20, 01:36 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,142
Posted By puma1552

Pretty much this. I have Shimano with the...

Pretty much this.

I have Shimano with the optislick crap and at what I estimate to be 1200 miles, I and the LBS agree I'm probably in need of cable replacements, at least for the RD. They said...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-18-20, 06:56 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,505
Posted By puma1552

Same as every year at this time, which is 0. ...

Same as every year at this time, which is 0.

Roads/weather are crap til April, trainers suck, I'm a weekend fairweather rider only, and April/May weekends are typically dedicated to getting all...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-16-20, 11:51 AM
Replies: 21,328
Views: 5,181,628
Posted By puma1552

I went ahead and ordered a second pair, this time...

I went ahead and ordered a second pair, this time in L to see if there's much improvement. Hate buying two of something in two sizes just to have to return one, but I don't really have a choice I...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-16-20, 09:58 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 12,328
Posted By puma1552

My mistake, I think I got that stuck in my head...

My mistake, I think I got that stuck in my head because for a while I was drooling over the Sprint, and ended up lumping them all together as crit bikes.:thumb:
Forum: Road Cycling
05-16-20, 09:53 AM
Replies: 21,328
Views: 5,181,628
Posted By puma1552

Am I missing something with cycling sock sizing? ...

Am I missing something with cycling sock sizing?

I had a couple pairs of Specialized socks that were supposedly for my shoe size (US men's 9 or 9.5 depending on shoe brand, but usually 9). They've...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-15-20, 01:40 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 12,328
Posted By puma1552

Allez is a crit bike, they are pretty aggressive...

Allez is a crit bike, they are pretty aggressive FYI. Not your typical commuter road bike.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-15-20, 11:37 AM
Replies: 21,328
Views: 5,181,628
Posted By puma1552

Have wanted 3/4 bibs for a while (don't want leg...

Have wanted 3/4 bibs for a while (don't want leg warmers) for spring and fall, just ordered these marked down from supposedly $230 to $70:
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-26-20, 09:03 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,690
Posted By puma1552

Is rocking the bike side to side when standing...

Is rocking the bike side to side when standing considered good form or poor form? I feel like the pros rock the living fawk out of the bike side to side in a sprint.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-26-20, 08:40 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,410
Posted By puma1552

Lungs no doubt. Huffin n puffin like a *****.

Lungs no doubt. Huffin n puffin like a *****.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-20-20, 08:46 PM
Replies: 21,328
Views: 5,181,628
Posted By puma1552

Got the black/white one on the right. Second...

Got the black/white one on the right. Second choice color, would've preferred all black but most of these are marked down so I don't know if they are phasing them out so I figured since the long...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-24-19, 09:51 AM
Replies: 126
Views: 17,371
Posted By puma1552

^^^Knew it was St. Paul the second I saw the pic.

^^^Knew it was St. Paul the second I saw the pic.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-07-19, 02:56 PM
Replies: 126
Views: 17,371
Posted By puma1552

So what?:rolleyes:

So what?:rolleyes:
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