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Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-06-20, 07:17 PM
Replies: 5,455
Views: 3,891,984
Posted By ac29593

My new bike! I was very lucky to find one...

My new bike!

I was very lucky to find one in stock during this time, especially with the color I wanted.

It rides as good as it looks 🙂

...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-04-20, 08:54 PM
Replies: 5,455
Views: 3,891,984
Posted By ac29593

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

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1575/img_20200503_102207_55569940af98b2bc6051aa7641deab6bd5272711.jpg
My new ride. XC mtb, but I ride gravel 🙂
Forum: Road Cycling
08-07-19, 07:44 PM
Replies: 3,116
Views: 535,352
Posted By ac29593

My weekend ride. Bristol, RI....

My weekend ride. Bristol, RI....
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-03-19, 08:44 PM
Replies: 1,981
Views: 436,368
Posted By ac29593

I switched it up and didn't do gravel today, but...

I switched it up and didn't do gravel today, but ended up here. It was a great day for a ride....
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-29-19, 08:54 PM
Replies: 5,455
Views: 3,891,984
Posted By ac29593

From my trail ride...

From my trail ride today...https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1660x2000/20190729_184229_983c81c908790fd9766aed8517278676bb214f79.jpg
Raleigh Tamland 2 Steel
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-26-18, 06:42 PM
Replies: 5,455
Views: 3,891,984
Posted By ac29593

My new bike! Raleigh Tamland 2 full Ultegra...

My new bike!

Raleigh Tamland 2 full Ultegra 11 46/36 11/28.

All steel, currently riding on 28mm road tires.

This is my first cross/gravel type bike and I am extremely impressed at how well...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-24-16, 06:37 AM
Replies: 2,360
Views: 1,048,306
Posted By ac29593

Thanks! It is by far the most enjoyable bike...

Thanks!

It is by far the most enjoyable bike to ride that I have owned. Although I do not have a lot of time these days to ride a large quantity of miles, I have been on this bike every day and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-23-16, 05:53 AM
Replies: 174
Views: 29,623
Posted By ac29593

My Basso :)

My Basso :)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-22-16, 08:58 PM
Replies: 2,360
Views: 1,048,306
Posted By ac29593

My new bike! 1995 Basso Gap Dura Ace

My new bike!

1995 Basso Gap Dura Ace
Forum: Road Cycling
10-22-16, 01:02 PM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,409,739
Posted By ac29593

It has been a long time since reading these...

It has been a long time since reading these forums, but happy to be back and post my new bike.

1995 (I think, NOS) Basso Italian steel with full Dura Ace 8 Speed.

I always wanted a bike like...
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-10-12, 07:38 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 532
Posted By ac29593

Thanks for the advice. I tested out a few more...

Thanks for the advice. I tested out a few more models, even rode some of the new Kona bikes and found i like the Cannondale best.

I bought the 2013 Trail SL2 in Black. It comes with different...
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-06-12, 08:42 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 532
Posted By ac29593

New to the sport, have some questions regarding first bike

I have been on these forums for years on the road bike section, and lately took an interest in mountain biking so decided to take the plunge and buy a bike.

Most of my rides will mostly be...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-16-12, 07:56 AM
Replies: 226
Views: 10,932
Posted By ac29593

So take the 45 seconds to put air in the tires,...

So take the 45 seconds to put air in the tires, move the calipers over, and show her that's all she needs.

"Sincerely tried to tell her"? Lol. Kind of like the "mommy he made me do it" kind of...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-15-12, 10:09 PM
Replies: 226
Views: 10,932
Posted By ac29593

That LBS is pathetic. Should have moved the...

That LBS is pathetic.

Should have moved the brake calipers over, put air in her tires, and sent her on her way for free.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-13-11, 01:52 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,602
Posted By ac29593

Get PowerGrips. I used them and think they are...

Get PowerGrips. I used them and think they are awesome, much better than any type of toe clip in my opinion.

http://www.amazon.com/Power-Grips-Sport-Pedal-Strap/dp/B001FYGGLC
Forum: Road Cycling
02-28-11, 09:03 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 476
Posted By ac29593

Interesting you mentioned the Cannondale fork. ...

Interesting you mentioned the Cannondale fork. There is a 2006 Six13 frame with fork for sale in my area for around the same price I would be paying for a new fork. The frame might be an upgrade...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-28-11, 02:38 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 476
Posted By ac29593

Thanks. I do not especially like the handling of...

Thanks. I do not especially like the handling of my bike on fast decents and in wind, but that could be more of an issue of my experience and not the quality of the fork. I would not be adverse to...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-28-11, 01:39 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 476
Posted By ac29593

Looking for advice/opinions. Replacing my fork.

Hi,

My road bike is a 2005 Felt F55 with an aluminum frame and carbon/aluminum fork.

I have not been on the bike since last fall since I do not ride in the winter, but at the end of last season...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-23-10, 07:59 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 459
Posted By ac29593

Yes, where I tightened was right near the top,...

Yes, where I tightened was right near the top, and it was only noticeable when I looked closely, not completely warped. It does "seem" fine for now, just wasn't sure if this was something heavy...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-23-10, 07:16 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 459
Posted By ac29593

should I worry about this?

On my road bike I over torqued the screws on my stem to the point where I stripped the screw going into the star nut and could not get the stem off the bike (stupid, I know). I had to have the screw...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-11-10, 09:12 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 818
Posted By ac29593

Road bike fit and aero bars

Here is something I was thinking about tonight when riding on my trainer.

I have a road bike, feel very comfortable on it, never any pain, ride and pedal smooth. In the drops my legs have just...
Forum: Triathlon
04-11-10, 08:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 782
Posted By ac29593

Interesting thread, since I was thinking about...

Interesting thread, since I was thinking about this tonight when riding on my trainer.

I have a road bike, feel very comfortable on it, never any pain, ride and pedal smooth. In the drops my legs...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-11-10, 07:40 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,550
Posted By ac29593

I have used Miche cogs, bought them from...

I have used Miche cogs, bought them from Sheldon's shop, and they worked fine.

I would just buy a new cassette online and sell your old one on craigslist. Net cost might be the same as buying a...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-09-10, 07:47 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,630
Posted By ac29593

That was awesome! I felt like I was looking...

That was awesome! I felt like I was looking through the bumper cam of a race car lol.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-06-10, 10:34 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,178
Posted By ac29593

I have mine tilted slightly downward, since I was...

I have mine tilted slightly downward, since I was having numbness in the groin from pressure of sitting on the softer tissue resulting from the saddle slightly upward. When I tilted the saddle...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-10, 03:04 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 13,542
Posted By ac29593

Great, thanks for the information. As I said in...

Great, thanks for the information. As I said in the original post, it is a distance away from where I live. I will not be picking this one up :)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-10, 06:56 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 13,542
Posted By ac29593

Puch Road Bike

Hi,

I found this bike the other day and can buy it for $50, would have bought it, but it was a distance away from me and was not sure if it was worth the trip.

It looks in good shape (from the...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-02-10, 12:00 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,345
Posted By ac29593

Recently I have been getting up 45 minutes early...

Recently I have been getting up 45 minutes early and spending it on the bike trainer.

It might seem insignificant, but its been working great for me and not too time consuming.

If I end up not...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-01-10, 09:20 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,385
Posted By ac29593

Here is what I would do: 1. Find all bikes...

Here is what I would do:

1. Find all bikes with full 105 or equivilant, preferably on closeout.
2. Ride them and find the one with that fits you best, and you are most comfortable on.
3. Pick...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-30-10, 07:13 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,272
Posted By ac29593

I have some Miche cogs that I mixed with Shimano...

I have some Miche cogs that I mixed with Shimano cogs to make a custom cassette, and they worked fine.

I made a 12-13-14-15-16-17-18-20-22-25 10 speed, with the 12-18 off a Shimano cassette and...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-28-10, 07:27 PM
Replies: 232
Views: 11,900
Posted By ac29593

I would give up tailwinds if it meant I never had...

I would give up tailwinds if it meant I never had to ride in another headwind lol.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-28-10, 07:24 PM
Replies: 138
Views: 7,032
Posted By ac29593

Next time do it the opposite way, that would be a...

Next time do it the opposite way, that would be a lot of fun with 75 miles of a false flat to your advantage.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-28-10, 07:16 PM
Replies: 232
Views: 11,900
Posted By ac29593

Wind.

Wind.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-25-10, 08:08 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,071
Posted By ac29593

I had some recent experience with saddle...

I had some recent experience with saddle adjustment due to numbness in my groin area, and found that tilting the nose of the saddle down slightly was the solution.

It is not tilted down enough...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-25-10, 09:42 AM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,409,739
Posted By ac29593

LOL Well, whatever it is, that bike looks...

LOL

Well, whatever it is, that bike looks mean, like a 650 HP Corvette. It looks like you shouldnt be riding that bike unless you have some serious power output. I couldnt ride that bike right...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-24-10, 09:06 PM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,409,739
Posted By ac29593

Awesome bike. From the pictures they...

Awesome bike.

From the pictures they looked bigger, wasn't sure if they were something like 54/42.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-24-10, 08:23 PM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,409,739
Posted By ac29593

What size are those chain rings?

What size are those chain rings?
Forum: Road Cycling
03-14-10, 04:18 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,040
Posted By ac29593

lol yeah, I was thinking the same thing.

lol yeah, I was thinking the same thing.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-14-10, 10:41 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,040
Posted By ac29593

The top cap tightens down perfectly. My fear is...

The top cap tightens down perfectly. My fear is that the top of the steering tube is below the top screw (flush with the bottom of it), and I want to make sure it is clamped securely. If the cap is...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-14-10, 10:27 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,040
Posted By ac29593

I took a picture of the stem with the extra...

I took a picture of the stem with the extra spacer below, just to see what people thought since it is always better with a picture.

Would this have been a problem if I decided to leave it like...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-12-10, 09:10 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,040
Posted By ac29593

Yep! Good thing I only worked an 8 hour day...

Yep! Good thing I only worked an 8 hour day today.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-12-10, 07:05 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,040
Posted By ac29593

Well, I rode a bit on my trainer today and...

Well, I rode a bit on my trainer today and problem solved. The minimal difference I was looking for had to do with my saddle position.

I recently bought a trainer and was messing around with my...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-12-10, 11:07 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,040
Posted By ac29593

There are two 5mm spacers below the stem now, and...

There are two 5mm spacers below the stem now, and I have a 100mm with 5 degree rise angled up.

I do have another stem, which is about the same 100mm, but with a 7 degree rise.

That might do it.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-12-10, 09:21 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,040
Posted By ac29593

Headtube and spacers

When I bought my bike, the headtube was cut very short by the LBS.

Right now the stem is almost flush with the top, maybe about 2.5MM higher than the top of the headtube.

I know that if the top...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-25-10, 10:47 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 10,101
Posted By ac29593

Yes, to correct myself there is more force needed...

Yes, to correct myself there is more force needed and more resistance when you pedal at a faster RPM.

I posted too quickly and was thinking more about physical metrics and comfort. I do not pedal...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-23-10, 09:39 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 10,101
Posted By ac29593

When riding on the road the faster I pedal the...

When riding on the road the faster I pedal the less resistance I feel. Not sure why people keep saying otherwise.

I just bought my first trainer and love it. It is a mag trainer, but works fine...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-09-09, 06:53 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 5,202
Posted By ac29593

86 miles

86 miles
Forum: Road Cycling
09-03-09, 09:49 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,294
Posted By ac29593

I noticed a difference going the opposite...

I noticed a difference going the opposite way.....from 170s on my first road bike to 172.5's on the new bike when I got it.

I know my cadence very well and know my comfort zone. I like to spin...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-01-09, 05:38 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,118
Posted By ac29593

How many miles do you typically get out of your...

How many miles do you typically get out of your cassette?
Forum: Road Cycling
09-01-09, 11:29 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,118
Posted By ac29593

lol ok thanks. I thought that SRAM made an 11...

lol ok thanks. I thought that SRAM made an 11 speed and thought that SRAM and Shimano were compatable.

I will wait until Shimano makes one, since by that time my cassette could be worn out...
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