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Forum: Road Cycling
10-25-19, 09:15 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 12,044
Posted By arizonamed

Probably depends on your experience. Since you...

Probably depends on your experience. Since you know what a 16lb bike feels like, the Evo naturally feels inferior. When I got my Evo it came with Aksiums and an SI crankset and actually kinda felt...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-12-19, 10:33 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 21,426
Posted By arizonamed

You might not be able to swap the wheels because...

You might not be able to swap the wheels because the Evo has a thru-axle front and a QR rear wheel and it looks like the Giant is thru axle front and rear.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-07-19, 02:56 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,338
Posted By arizonamed

Why waste time cleaning your chain when you could...

Why waste time cleaning your chain when you could be riding the freaking thing? Ride it more, baby it less and you’ll be a happier cyclist.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-30-19, 11:00 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 5,664
Posted By arizonamed

I’m done with this line of tires after having two...

I’m done with this line of tires after having two premature sidewall failures in less than a year. I’m on Vittorias now that are half the price and fortunately enough for me I’m a plebian and can’t...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-27-19, 05:09 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,081
Posted By arizonamed

I did one ride on a brand new set of GP4Ks and...

I did one ride on a brand new set of GP4Ks and the rear tire had a sidewall failure at the 150 mile mark (ride was 207 miles total). I booted it with a clif bar wrapper and finished the ride but that...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-26-19, 03:23 PM
Replies: 21,340
Views: 5,206,464
Posted By arizonamed

Certainly could be a derailleur issue. I spent...

Certainly could be a derailleur issue. I spent hours trying to make adjustments myself to improve the shifting and ended up throwing in the towel on that endeavor and shelling out the money to a bike...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-26-19, 02:44 PM
Replies: 21,340
Views: 5,206,464
Posted By arizonamed

Thanks for the analysis! I've got 1500 miles on...

Thanks for the analysis! I've got 1500 miles on the bike so far and am not at all impressed with the shiftability of the chainrings on the SI crankset. I have to soft pedal when going from the small...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-26-19, 01:12 PM
Replies: 21,340
Views: 5,206,464
Posted By arizonamed

I have the same bike and I love your upgrade...

I have the same bike and I love your upgrade choices! Especially the wheels those are really sharp looking. Do you know if you saved any weight with those wheels or with the crankset? Those are the...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-10-19, 02:41 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,214
Posted By arizonamed

Incredible!!!!!! I did the 100 mile ride from...

Incredible!!!!!! I did the 100 mile ride from Colonial Creek to Mazama and back last September and the snow was all gone. I gotta do it earlier this year to get those epic views of snow capped peaks!
Forum: Road Cycling
12-27-18, 08:42 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 7,498
Posted By arizonamed

Watching these internet gurus trade meaningless...

Watching these internet gurus trade meaningless internet punches is better than a prime time boxing match. I found this forum for the bike info but stayed to enjoy the tasty internet squabbles.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-20-18, 12:59 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 10,287
Posted By arizonamed

That looks like a pretty good deal actually,...

That looks like a pretty good deal actually, thanks for the heads up.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-15-18, 10:03 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,624
Posted By arizonamed

You are the superior being, congratulations.

You are the superior being, congratulations.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-28-18, 09:47 AM
Replies: 3,146
Views: 940,606
Posted By arizonamed

lol

lol
Forum: Road Cycling
11-21-18, 10:14 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,413
Posted By arizonamed

Uh dude just log out of strava.

Uh dude just log out of strava.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-20-18, 03:39 PM
Replies: 3,146
Views: 940,606
Posted By arizonamed

There’s a long list of organizations that qualify...

There’s a long list of organizations that qualify you for a membership there, they’re all listed on the website.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-20-18, 01:23 PM
Replies: 3,146
Views: 940,606
Posted By arizonamed

You can get a discount on Garmin if you’re a...

You can get a discount on Garmin if you’re a member of experticity.com
Forum: Road Cycling
11-16-18, 09:08 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 10,310
Posted By arizonamed

I’ve got a new Ultegra R8050 groupset and upon...

I’ve got a new Ultegra R8050 groupset and upon studying the manual and examining the front derailleur it seems as though there is one screw they call the “top adjustment bolt” and one screw they call...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-13-18, 08:21 AM
Replies: 159
Views: 22,035
Posted By arizonamed

This thread is hilarious.

This thread is hilarious.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-08-18, 04:13 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 38,330
Posted By arizonamed

This thread reminds me of the old Notorious BIG...

This thread reminds me of the old Notorious BIG song “Mo Money, Mo Problems.”
Forum: Road Cycling
10-29-18, 07:26 AM
Replies: 10,411
Views: 3,343,963
Posted By arizonamed

WOW! Nice bike!

WOW! Nice bike!
Forum: Road Cycling
10-02-18, 12:48 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,915
Posted By arizonamed

Weather is changing quickly! I was just riding...

Weather is changing quickly! I was just riding over that pass three weeks ago and it felt like summer.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-19-18, 04:54 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,591
Posted By arizonamed

:lol:

:lol:
Forum: Road Cycling
09-10-18, 09:36 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,859
Posted By arizonamed

haha yeah I mean I’m way happier with the...

haha yeah I mean I’m way happier with the functionality of my Garmin for bike rides but the Apple Watch was an ok device for me for a while. I still use it for runs and hikes and everyday use but now...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-10-18, 07:55 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,859
Posted By arizonamed

I used it for about a year before getting my...

I used it for about a year before getting my Garmin. It works pretty well but it is not as accurate for HR or GPS as the Garmin is. The battery life can be an issue for longer rides over 9 hours or...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-09-18, 01:49 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,156
Posted By arizonamed

100 miles across the North Cascades Highway...

100 miles across the North Cascades Highway yesterday, topped out at about 9,300' of elevation gain and I almost wish we could have found an extra 700 feet somewhere to hit the 10k mark :) ...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-07-18, 06:04 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,806
Posted By arizonamed

I like to ride across at rush hour and fly by the...

I like to ride across at rush hour and fly by the stopped traffic at 17mph.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-07-18, 10:44 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,806
Posted By arizonamed

it’s got those huge bumps covering what I’m...

it’s got those huge bumps covering what I’m assuming as expansion joints that you practically have to bunny hop over.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-06-18, 10:20 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,806
Posted By arizonamed

I don’t think it’s the tires buzzing I think they...

I don’t think it’s the tires buzzing I think they botched that bike lane on the 520. I know I shouldn’t complain much because it’s obviously better than nothing but that thing sucks for a few...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-21-18, 06:10 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,354
Posted By arizonamed

I've been here five years now and the short...

I've been here five years now and the short dreary winter days never bothered me one bit, but this smoke is making me really freakin depressed.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-06-18, 06:56 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 9,356
Posted By arizonamed

yikes!!!

yikes!!!
Forum: Road Cycling
08-06-18, 05:26 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 9,356
Posted By arizonamed

What happens to a carbon frame if you ride it in...

What happens to a carbon frame if you ride it in the rain?
Forum: Road Cycling
08-05-18, 08:22 PM
Replies: 10,411
Views: 3,343,963
Posted By arizonamed

Those white hubs look cool.

Those white hubs look cool.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-15-18, 07:13 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,403
Posted By arizonamed

Some of the groups we got passed by were...

Some of the groups we got passed by were absolutely booking it.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-15-18, 09:48 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,557
Posted By arizonamed

Rode the STP yesterday, 205 miles and just under...

Rode the STP yesterday, 205 miles and just under 12hrs moving time. First time for me and I’m hoping it’s the start of a yearly tradition for years to come!
Forum: Road Cycling
07-15-18, 09:19 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,403
Posted By arizonamed

That was awesome. Got pretty hot late in the day...

That was awesome. Got pretty hot late in the day but overall what a great day. We rolled into Portland right around 7pm, ended up averaging 17.5mph which was significantly faster than we planned....
Forum: Road Cycling
07-12-18, 04:01 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,403
Posted By arizonamed

I for one am not disappointed with a lower grade.

I for one am not disappointed with a lower grade.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-11-18, 07:18 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,403
Posted By arizonamed

The day is almost here! I'm for sure doing the...

The day is almost here! I'm for sure doing the one day. Leaving at 4:30am to try and get in before sunset. Having trouble sleeping the past couple nights out of excitement/nervousness. Gonna be an...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-10-18, 11:50 AM
Replies: 139
Views: 32,258
Posted By arizonamed

That is gorgeous. I have no idea why but for some...

That is gorgeous. I have no idea why but for some reason the Trek brand hasn't ever really appealed to me... but this bike is sweet. Its funny to notice how I feel about different brands based on...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-27-18, 12:31 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,403
Posted By arizonamed

I signed up back when registration opened and...

I signed up back when registration opened and have been looking forward to it. Original plan was to do it in two days but after feeling great right after a training ride of 110+ miles with 5,000’...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-24-18, 06:54 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,459
Posted By arizonamed

Tried out a brand new route on Friday and had my...

Tried out a brand new route on Friday and had my longest ride yet at ~110 miles with about 5k feet of climbing. I'm trying to get ready for the Seattle to Portland and finishing that ride made me...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-05-18, 10:43 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 8,298
Posted By arizonamed

How many miles do you go between changing bar...

How many miles do you go between changing bar tape? My current tape has about 1300 miles on it and looks brand new still.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-26-18, 10:48 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,065
Posted By arizonamed

:lol::lol::lol::lol::lol::lol::lol::lol::lol::lol:

:lol::lol::lol::lol::lol::lol::lol::lol::lol::lol:
Forum: Road Cycling
02-09-18, 02:47 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,807
Posted By arizonamed

Great point! Nothing I love more than a lovely...

Great point! Nothing I love more than a lovely ride through the desert in 110 degree heat. Stupid weaklings oughta just shut up and stay inside.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-09-18, 02:05 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,807
Posted By arizonamed

People complain about the heat? Wonder why?

People complain about the heat? Wonder why?
Forum: Road Cycling
02-09-18, 11:52 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,807
Posted By arizonamed

Give it a try in the summer. I left that hell...

Give it a try in the summer. I left that hell hole 4.5 years ago and I’ve never looked back.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-04-18, 07:39 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 821
Posted By arizonamed

The clouds parted so I threw on my kit and went...

The clouds parted so I threw on my kit and went out for 34 miles today. Rode across a bridge that just opened to bikes about a month ago for the first time, that was fun! I signed up for the Seattle...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-02-17, 12:54 PM
Replies: 3,146
Views: 940,606
Posted By arizonamed

I got them at $108, 5’11” 165 lbs and the size...

I got them at $108, 5’11” 165 lbs and the size medium fits great. I’ve worn them twice so far and love them.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-26-17, 05:12 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,237
Posted By arizonamed

Did a 47 mile hilly loop yesterday, then 50 flat...

Did a 47 mile hilly loop yesterday, then 50 flat and wet miles today. I recently added the PDW fenders to my CAAD10 and was glad to have them today. My hands and feet were soaked and cold for about...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-12-17, 08:12 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,348
Posted By arizonamed

Did 30 wet miles on Saturday through puddles and...

Did 30 wet miles on Saturday through puddles and wet roads and then decided to pick up the PDW fenders from REI with my 20% off coupon today. I had to test them out obviously so I did another 30 wet...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-11-17, 09:30 PM
Replies: 10,411
Views: 3,343,963
Posted By arizonamed

https://i.imgur.com/jQIXodI.jpg Got these...

https://i.imgur.com/jQIXodI.jpg
Got these Ultegra wheels for $291 from biketiresdirect and finally completed my build about five years later I think. The wheels I had on before were taken off my...
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