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Forum: Road Cycling
08-18-16, 12:02 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,110
Posted By arodr42

I had it checked and everything is good. I was...

I had it checked and everything is good. I was thinking of the same but in the near future. Im just going to ride it for a while and then switch.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-18-16, 08:11 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,110
Posted By arodr42

Indeed, There is a Dent in the top tube.

Indeed, There is a Dent in the top tube.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-17-16, 07:40 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,110
Posted By arodr42

Yeah! I bought it. Such a sweet ride.

Yeah! I bought it. Such a sweet ride.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-17-16, 06:06 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,110
Posted By arodr42

These are some Pictures!

These are some Pictures!
Forum: Road Cycling
08-16-16, 09:32 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,110
Posted By arodr42

Thanks everyone!

Thanks everyone!
Forum: Road Cycling
08-15-16, 09:26 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,110
Posted By arodr42

Cannondale r3000

Hello guys, have the opportunity to get a cannondale r3000 from 2004. Does any one know the tire clearance? I think the model is r3000 optima.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-11-16, 02:00 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,613
Posted By arodr42

Update: About the PM battery. My garmin...

Update:

About the PM battery. My garmin notified me that the battery was low yesterday. Charged it up and ready to go. Still going strong.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-01-16, 06:07 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,613
Posted By arodr42

I havent had problems with the PM pairing with my...

I havent had problems with the PM pairing with my Garmin 500. I spin the pedals so that I can calibrate it on every ride. Before moving to the stock cleats, i used the grey cleats for 2 weeks and...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-24-16, 07:48 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,487
Posted By arodr42

A single Stage race would last forever :(

A single Stage race would last forever :(
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
07-24-16, 07:38 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,613
Posted By arodr42

After about 3 weeks of use. I can say I am really...

After about 3 weeks of use. I can say I am really pleased with the functionality of the device. I was a bit paranoid putting it through rain but decided to train with it, and it worked perfectly...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-04-16, 04:25 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,088
Posted By arodr42

I have the caad10 the model previous to the...

I have the caad10 the model previous to the caad12. I do around 30 to 40 miles rides and dont feel uncomfortable. I can say that it's a really reliable bike and has good components. I have only...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
07-03-16, 03:09 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,613
Posted By arodr42

I got mine from Wattattack (...

I got mine from Wattattack ( https://www.wattattack.com/) They had incredibly well customer service and they would respond on the weekends as well. They seem to be available right now. When I ordered...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-01-16, 05:05 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 660
Posted By arodr42

BePro favero Powermeter

Hello Guys,
I just received the Bepro Power Meter. So far, the only way I could train with power was on Sunday rides borrowing a powertap wheel. I decided to Buy the Bepro Powermeter following the...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
07-01-16, 09:28 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,613
Posted By arodr42

Bepro Favero Power Meter

Hello Guys,
I just received the Bepro Power Meter. So far, the only way I could train with power was on Sunday rides borrowing a powertap wheel. I decided to Buy the Bepro Powermeter following the...
Forum: Great Lakes
03-22-16, 01:09 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,154
Posted By arodr42

Cycling Clubs Chicago

Good afternoon, I would like to join a cycling club but I dont know of any in my area. I live in the south of Chicago. Does anyone have any knowledge about a club in the south of the city?
Thank you
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-22-16, 01:00 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 6,117
Posted By arodr42

If all you are interested is the frame and...

If all you are interested is the frame and upgrading everything later, then you can just buy part by part and build your own bike. I find this to be more personal. The other option would be to ride...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-22-16, 12:57 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 6,117
Posted By arodr42

The Specs are basically the same. The frame seems...

The Specs are basically the same. The frame seems to be identical as well. As for the price, from my experience i believe it is a little bit too much. Other options are the Kilo tt which is highly...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-22-16, 12:49 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,054
Posted By arodr42

I had the HplusSon tb14 wheelset for about a...

I had the HplusSon tb14 wheelset for about a year, and i can say good things about it. It's not really that light of a wheelset but it has that vintage look on it. Later, i swapped them for the Wabis...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-22-16, 10:33 AM
Replies: 10,411
Views: 3,343,486
Posted By arodr42

What wheels are those?

What wheels are those?
Forum: Living Car Free
03-22-16, 10:28 AM
Replies: 140
Views: 51,009
Posted By arodr42

Where i am from ( Chicago) It is really flat. It...

Where i am from ( Chicago) It is really flat. It can be windy some days. Today the wind is going at 20mph. The summers are kind of extreme and the winters as well. In the winter, i train indoors but...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-22-16, 10:22 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,698
Posted By arodr42

Hello everyone, i've been thinking. I cant really...

Hello everyone, i've been thinking. I cant really imagine living a life without cycling. It's just a way of freedom for me. I just fixed my bike and trued the wheels. Tomorrow i will be back at it...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-22-16, 08:05 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,698
Posted By arodr42

This is GOLD. The left cross and the right hook...

This is GOLD. The left cross and the right hook were my type of accidents.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-22-16, 07:57 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,698
Posted By arodr42

Which lights do you recommend? (Specific model)

Which lights do you recommend? (Specific model)
Forum: Road Cycling
03-22-16, 07:56 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,698
Posted By arodr42

I think this is it. I have learned alot of...

I think this is it. I have learned alot of anticipating traffic moves but still have alot to learn
Forum: Road Cycling
03-22-16, 07:55 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,698
Posted By arodr42

What part of the city do you ride? I've been...

What part of the city do you ride? I've been riding in the north side alot but both accidents were in the south of the city. It seems to be Drivers are not as aware of cyclists in the south side. The...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-22-16, 07:29 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,698
Posted By arodr42

Cycling Crashes

Im new to cycling and have been in 2 crashes. Non of them were that bad and I was okay and only the front wheel got out of true. Both of the accidents were not my fault and they were caused by...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
02-28-16, 10:24 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 605
Posted By arodr42

Thank you for the reply. I wasnt expecting it to...

Thank you for the reply. I wasnt expecting it to help. I believe i forgot how great it felt to ride outside and feel free :thumb:
Forum: Training & Nutrition
02-28-16, 03:37 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 605
Posted By arodr42

Cortisone/ Scars Steroid Treatment

Hey everyone, i just have a question. Last July i had a fall on the bike and i had some scars on my arm near the joints. This caused healing to slow down since i was always moving. As a result, it...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-06-15, 11:48 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,671
Posted By arodr42

Couldnt agree with that any better

Couldnt agree with that any better
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-06-15, 11:45 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,863
Posted By arodr42

475599475600475601

475599475600475601
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-06-15, 11:43 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,863
Posted By arodr42

1989 Centurion

Is this 1989 Centurion Ironman Dave scott Master worth it? for 460$?
The description says "All Shimano 600 tri-color derailleurs/shifters/brakes/headset and many very nice light alloy components....
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-03-15, 07:38 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,607
Posted By arodr42

The crank does not look out of place for me. Then...

The crank does not look out of place for me. Then again.. you can do whatever you want. If having it all black makes you ride more go all black
Forum: Road Cycling
07-21-15, 03:21 PM
Replies: 128
Views: 7,122
Posted By arodr42

Oh you lol. I will most likely get dropped either...

Oh you lol. I will most likely get dropped either way bc of the lack of experience. Im having a hard time searching for a Club/team in Chicago( I know lol.. big city)
Forum: Road Cycling
07-21-15, 03:13 PM
Replies: 128
Views: 7,122
Posted By arodr42

That is exactly what i have been doing so far! I...

That is exactly what i have been doing so far! I ride around 15 hours a week and while not intense i try to do some minutes were it is intense and then go back and maintain the rhythm i was in.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-21-15, 03:11 PM
Replies: 128
Views: 7,122
Posted By arodr42

Correct, I am targeting criteriums. Road races...

Correct, I am targeting criteriums. Road races would be nice but i live in the city and there might not be alot of races here in Chicago as in other places ( at least that is what i assume). I do...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-20-15, 09:06 PM
Replies: 128
Views: 7,122
Posted By arodr42

How many base miles should i put? Im thinking of...

How many base miles should i put? Im thinking of starting to race next year during the spring. Is that enough time for base miles?
Forum: Training & Nutrition
07-20-15, 09:03 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 722
Posted By arodr42

Wow, the threads you provided were of great help....

Wow, the threads you provided were of great help. I read/skimmed most of them. I will start riding in group rides to get used to riding around a pack. Great advice!
Forum: Road Cycling
07-20-15, 11:04 AM
Replies: 128
Views: 7,122
Posted By arodr42

Where do i stand?

Hello, I currently started cycling as a new sport. Before, i was really into Football ( Soccer) but i started riding for fun and rented city bikes and cruised around the city ( Chicago) but nothing...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
07-20-15, 11:02 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 722
Posted By arodr42

Bump. I just want to know where I stand in terms...

Bump. I just want to know where I stand in terms of fitness
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-19-15, 02:16 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,633
Posted By arodr42

The beautiful Red color should surely motivate...

The beautiful Red color should surely motivate you to go on rides when you don want to
Forum: Training & Nutrition
07-19-15, 01:19 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 722
Posted By arodr42

Thinking of Racing

Hello, I currently started cycling as a new sport. Before, i was really into Football ( Soccer) but i started riding for fun and rented city bikes and cruised around the city ( Chicago) but nothing...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-23-15, 09:47 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,349
Posted By arodr42

Sensa Bikes

Hello Everyone, I am currently in the search for a new Bike. I have a budget of 2K. I recently stumbled upon this Brand called "Sensa". They're a Dutch brand that has been making Bicycles for 20...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-23-15, 11:46 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 837
Posted By arodr42

I have a Kilo Tt, and its a great bike. I would...

I have a Kilo Tt, and its a great bike. I would prefer it over a Pure Fix. If you want wider tires get the Kilo WT. It all depends under what conditions you're going to use it. Kilo TT is a great...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-20-15, 08:50 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 7,396
Posted By arodr42

I kind of don't like it either it takes too much...

I kind of don't like it either it takes too much too think lol but it might just take time to get used to
Forum: Road Cycling
03-20-15, 06:30 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 7,396
Posted By arodr42

Yesterday I did a ride test on all three bikes. I...

Yesterday I did a ride test on all three bikes. I did a tests ride on the Sram Rival disc, 105, and ultegra. I wasn't a fan of the shifting in the Sram. Although it looks great i didn't feel...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-19-15, 01:45 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 7,396
Posted By arodr42

Yeah there's no hills in this region and I'm 140...

Yeah there's no hills in this region and I'm 140 lbs. I don't think the disc breaks would benefit me. What about the rest of the bike? Does it seem like a good offer? For 2000 or am I better off with...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-19-15, 12:49 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 7,396
Posted By arodr42

Why isn't anybody so fond of the disc brakes?

Why isn't anybody so fond of the disc brakes?
Forum: Road Cycling
03-19-15, 10:21 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 7,396
Posted By arodr42

Caad 10 Sram Rival Disc Thoughts

I've been interesting in the Caad10 Sram Rival disc bike. To me the frame really stands out but I need a little more insight on the components. There hasnt been alot of reviews on this bike. Does...
Forum: Commuting
03-18-15, 02:05 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,020
Posted By arodr42

No, but i got hit by a Car and the driver...

No, but i got hit by a Car and the driver happened to be a cyclist :lol:. Even though it was a slight hit and nothing really happened he gave me a ride back home. It was a nice thing for him to offer
Forum: Road Cycling
03-18-15, 01:39 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,393
Posted By arodr42

I have a budget of around 1500-1700 for a new...

I have a budget of around 1500-1700 for a new bike. I'm new to Road cycling and i am looking at Caad 10's since my friend recommended them to me. After doing some research I've only heard...
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