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Forum: Road Cycling
03-19-24, 09:02 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 129
Posted By gt3racerich

Lolooking for a frame painter, eastern PA area

Sorry if this is the wrong place for this thread. The regional forums don't seem to get much traffic.
I am looking to have a carbon fiber frame and fork painted. I am in eastern PA. Any...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-21-23, 01:49 PM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,407,955
Posted By gt3racerich

Not to be a Fan boy, but...... I freakin love...

Not to be a Fan boy, but...... I freakin love this bike. I have been riding a Litespeed Palmares since 2000. I am pretty sure any new bike would be great but for the price nothing came close to...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-29-23, 06:49 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 3,850
Posted By gt3racerich

I would suggest buying the cheapest bike you can...

I would suggest buying the cheapest bike you can find that fits you. If you keep riding and getting better and stronger, the bike you want in a couple of years is not the bike you want today. I am...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-26-23, 11:18 AM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,407,955
Posted By gt3racerich

I have wanted this bike for a long time. At age...

I have wanted this bike for a long time. At age 65 I was hesitant but I am so glad I went for it. I love it....
Forum: Road Cycling
08-26-23, 12:00 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 10,195
Posted By gt3racerich

So, six years later I thought I would update this...

So, six years later I thought I would update this thread.
As much as I wanted a new bike, I just couldn't find THE one, for many reasons. I was happy riding the Litespeed. Over this time I got...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-20-23, 06:10 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 543
Posted By gt3racerich

I have one for about a year now. I never drive...

I have one for about a year now. I never drive to a location to ride so I wanted a bike that would be relatively fast on the road while getting to a trail. Also, the trails that I ride are not very...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-29-23, 07:23 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,092
Posted By gt3racerich

It is the correct link for the chain, unless it...

It is the correct link for the chain, unless it was packaged and labeled incorrectly.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-28-23, 10:54 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,092
Posted By gt3racerich

I bought the Missing links and tools but when I...

I bought the Missing links and tools but when I install them on the chain they are too tight and un usable (they squeeze the chain to tightly, not along the length of the chain but the width). It is...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-18-23, 05:26 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,092
Posted By gt3racerich

Thank you everyone for taking the time to reply. ...

Thank you everyone for taking the time to reply. I appreciate the info.
Will order the park tool and some quick links.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-17-23, 07:20 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,092
Posted By gt3racerich

Specific tool for Campagnolo chains?

I am replacing a Record 10 speed chain.
I have done it in the past just using the chain tool on my multi-tool. Maybe I never read the instructions before but they are very specific in saying to...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-22-22, 06:03 AM
Replies: 5,455
Views: 3,890,471
Posted By gt3racerich

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/af9359df_919c_4753_a2ec_0265ee464d5f_5e0782ebd0c0369c3cf5a91b0135a0164bc2d52f.jpeg
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-24-22, 03:44 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 644
Posted By gt3racerich

Ridley Kanzo Fast LE

Ridley Kanzo Fast LE
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-23-22, 07:52 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 644
Posted By gt3racerich

Thanks very much, I appreciate the info. There...

Thanks very much, I appreciate the info. There is a possibility I could get a deal so I may go for it as I like everything else about the bike.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-22-22, 04:29 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 644
Posted By gt3racerich

Thoughts on Sram Rival eTap AXS XPLR please

I am considering a bike with this group set. The bike is very expensive and while I don't know much about Sram group sets it looks like Rival is Srams 3rd tier group set.
If that is the case I...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-29-22, 05:03 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,472
Posted By gt3racerich

I saw this bike when Wrench Science posted it. ...

I saw this bike when Wrench Science posted it. Congrats, I love it.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-06-22, 04:56 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,964
Posted By gt3racerich

Thoughts on the new Felt Breed Carbon?

Thoughts on the new Felt Breed Carbon?
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-04-22, 07:42 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,237
Posted By gt3racerich

What bike shop are you affiliated with?

What bike shop are you affiliated with?
Forum: Road Cycling
09-08-20, 05:57 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,318
Posted By gt3racerich

Could you be a little more specific? Perhaps...

Could you be a little more specific? Perhaps some links to various routes? Thanks.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-05-20, 03:03 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,318
Posted By gt3racerich

Unless you just want to take a road trip, there...

Unless you just want to take a road trip, there are plenty of nice quiet roads north of Philly. I live 55 miles north of Philly and I always ride about a 50 mile circumference from there.
Forum: Mid-Atlantic
08-12-20, 02:45 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,133
Posted By gt3racerich

I guess it was closer to Phillipsburg that I...

I guess it was closer to Phillipsburg that I encountered all the trucks. I will go that way next time.
Thanks for your replies. I appreciate the info around Portland, I am not familiar with that...
Forum: Mid-Atlantic
08-11-20, 05:21 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,133
Posted By gt3racerich

Thanks for the info. I will probably try both...

Thanks for the info. I will probably try both ways from Belvidere before I do the complete ride.
I thought that 209 would be the only way but I was hoping for another alternative. I have driven...
Forum: Mid-Atlantic
08-06-20, 02:32 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,133
Posted By gt3racerich

N/E PA folks, route help around Stroudsburg please.

I am planning a ride from Riegelsville PA to Hawley PA.
I can get to Belvidere NJ and at that point cross back in to PA and take River Rd (611) north, or stay on the NJ side and continue north.
My...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-18-20, 12:09 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 6,684
Posted By gt3racerich

I started a simular thread in the gravelbiking...

I started a simular thread in the gravelbiking forum. I live close to trails that I would love to ride but I am afraid of getting bored with it. 3T recently came out with the Exploro Racemax and I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-14-20, 11:53 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 11,500
Posted By gt3racerich

Thank you very much. I appreciate it.

Thank you very much. I appreciate it.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-14-20, 11:39 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 11,500
Posted By gt3racerich

Stupid question but I have Record 10 Spd. Does...

Stupid question but I have Record 10 Spd. Does the cassette have to be Record?
Also, is the derailleur compatible with all the cassettes? I have a couple of 11-23s but I need something less...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-14-20, 11:05 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 11,500
Posted By gt3racerich

If anyone can give me suggestions as to where I...

If anyone can give me suggestions as to where I can order a Campy 10 Spd cassette I would greatly appreciate it.
Thank you.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-09-20, 12:08 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 4,625
Posted By gt3racerich

I am still using a 20 year old Cat Eye. Would...

I am still using a 20 year old Cat Eye. Would like to get something just for navigation. The one thing I absolutely need is for it to recalculate if you go off course. Do they all do that?
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-20-20, 01:34 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,237
Posted By gt3racerich

Thanks for the replies, they are encouraging. ...

Thanks for the replies, they are encouraging.
As a little more background: I am riding a 20 year old road bike. I love the bike but I have wanted a new road bike for a while. All the bikes I like...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-19-20, 12:02 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,237
Posted By gt3racerich

Thoughts on the new 3T Exploro RaceMax

I live four hilly road miles from trails along a canal and river. I generally pop in and out of the trails with my road bike but would like to go much farther on the trails so I am thinking of a...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-11-20, 03:00 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 6,976
Posted By gt3racerich

I have had the same sensation (feeling my heart...

I have had the same sensation (feeling my heart pumping) on and off for five plus years. I have been to several cardiologists and none of them have a clue as to what it is, like they have never heard...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-07-20, 10:44 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,271
Posted By gt3racerich

Can anyone recommend a couple of bike shops in...

Can anyone recommend a couple of bike shops in the USA that would have a large number of Orbeo road bikes in stock?
Thanks
Forum: Road Cycling
01-15-20, 01:38 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,271
Posted By gt3racerich

Is that "MYO" color Sky Blue?

Is that "MYO" color Sky Blue?
Forum: Road Cycling
09-26-19, 01:55 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,376
Posted By gt3racerich

Have you given any thought to a zero setback seat...

Have you given any thought to a zero setback seat post?
I have had the same issue. After adding a shorter stem I felt I was still just a touch stretched out. I tried a zero setback seat post and...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-14-19, 01:57 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,734
Posted By gt3racerich

Thank you, that is a good tip (measuring from the...

Thank you, that is a good tip (measuring from the ground), I will do that shortly.
I just looked at the geometry of the Tarmac and it is very similar. I will try to find a 49 locally to try.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-14-19, 12:59 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,734
Posted By gt3racerich

I had all day today to try and find a small bike...

I had all day today to try and find a small bike to try but something came up, and judging by past attempts I don't think I will have much luck. A Tarmac is something I was hoping to try. The Orca...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-14-19, 12:41 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,734
Posted By gt3racerich

I don't know anything about the brand but that...

I don't know anything about the brand but that looks like a great price. Not exactly what I am looking for and I don't know if they ship to the USA.
I appreciate the info.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-14-19, 11:10 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,734
Posted By gt3racerich

I am currently riding a 51cm Litespeed Palmares...

I am currently riding a 51cm Litespeed Palmares from 2000. I ride it with no problem but I don't want to go any more aggressive .





The reach and stack numbers for a 49cm Orca are pretty...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-13-19, 04:29 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,734
Posted By gt3racerich

I thought the pricing was in line with some...

I thought the pricing was in line with some others I was looking at, and cheaper then some. I love the customization, both paint and components. I would like to at least sit on one as I am right in...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-12-19, 02:04 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,734
Posted By gt3racerich

Any thoughts on the new Orbed Orca OMX?

That should have been "Orbea", I can't edit the title.
While I have known about them, they ate not a brand that I have ever seen either while out riding or in a store.
Just wondering what everyone...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-05-19, 05:40 PM
Replies: 160
Views: 45,406
Posted By gt3racerich

The new Domane checks a lot of boxes for me. I...

The new Domane checks a lot of boxes for me. I have never thought about getting a Trek before but when I started to look at them I was shocked at the prices. This may be a stupid question but are...
Forum: Mid-Atlantic
08-14-19, 05:12 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 12,496
Posted By gt3racerich

Thank you very much for taking the time to reply...

Thank you very much for taking the time to reply with such detail. I really appreciate it.
Forum: Mid-Atlantic
08-14-19, 07:04 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 12,496
Posted By gt3racerich

Thomas, one more question if I may. Is it...

Thomas, one more question if I may.
Is it fairly easy to figure out how to get past the seven mile closed section in Allentown (on the road)? I am not familiar with the area at all.
Forum: Mid-Atlantic
08-13-19, 07:59 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 12,496
Posted By gt3racerich

Thank you for the reply. I will start heading...

Thank you for the reply. I will start heading north this week.
Forum: Mid-Atlantic
08-13-19, 02:06 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 12,496
Posted By gt3racerich

Could I ask how the trail is between Easton and...

Could I ask how the trail is between Easton and Jim Thorpe? I regularly ride the roads and trails mentioned between Easton and Washington's Crossing on a road bike. I probably ride two thirds on the...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-03-18, 09:22 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 7,395
Posted By gt3racerich

I only carry a small seat bag and two water...

I only carry a small seat bag and two water bottles 95% of the time.
The only time I need to carry more water, I could also use some space for a sandwich and some food for an emergency.
Any...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-20-18, 07:47 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 7,873
Posted By gt3racerich

Sorry, it's a 51 :-) When I ride, I see a...

Sorry, it's a 51 :-)
When I ride, I see a couple Litespeeds locally. One gentlemen told me he has almost 100,000 miles on his.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-19-18, 05:43 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 7,873
Posted By gt3racerich

I have a 2000 Litespeed Palmares. I love it so...

I have a 2000 Litespeed Palmares. I love it so much I am having trouble justifying spending $$ on a replacement, even though I definitely want a new bike.
I am currently putting 100+ miles a week...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-26-18, 07:32 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,605
Posted By gt3racerich

Here is a good deal on a Campy 12spd (with...

Here is a good deal on a Campy 12spd (with discs): https://www.canyon.com/en-us/road/ultimate/ultimate-cf-slx-disc-9-0-team-mov
I don't care for the paint scheme but I think it is a lot of bike for...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-05-18, 05:07 PM
Replies: 131
Views: 22,597
Posted By gt3racerich

Thanks for the perspective. I wasn't thinking...

Thanks for the perspective. I wasn't thinking about the wider wheels, etc.
The Trek and Felt look like good bikes but not exactly what I want. I strongly considered Canyon but don't want to go that...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-03-18, 05:46 AM
Replies: 131
Views: 22,597
Posted By gt3racerich

On a related note. What would you (anyone)...

On a related note. What would you (anyone) expect a $7500 bike to weigh?
I am trying to decide on the specs for a build. I haven't done this since 2000 and am surprised that the bikes are not much...
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