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Forum: Electric Bikes
10-11-20, 04:14 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,512
Posted By flar

Short story: left button for 5 seconds ...

Short story:

left button for 5 seconds
press both L+R together to move through the various settings until you get to UNITS
use L or R separately to change the setting to Imperial or Metric
Forum: Electric Bikes
10-11-20, 04:12 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,512
Posted By flar

Right around page 12 they have basic info on...

Right around page 12 they have basic info on using the TCD.

https://media.specialized.com/support/collateral/0000115667.pdf

The manual for the TCD can be downloaded from the TCD product page:
...
Forum: Electric Bikes
07-26-20, 02:29 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 12,320
Posted By flar

I had 2 pages that explained how to charge the...

I had 2 pages that explained how to charge the bike. One said plug the charger into the bike then the wall. The other said plug it into the wall then the bike. It worked better when I did bike then...
Forum: Electric Bikes
07-16-20, 04:02 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,397
Posted By flar

Just to clarify, Tesla's charging connector is...

Just to clarify, Tesla's charging connector is used for both AC and DC charging. There are adapters that allow other cars using a J1772 connector to charge from a Tesla analog station, but the...
Forum: Electric Bikes
07-05-20, 05:49 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 7,906
Posted By flar

My only issue with the bike is how to best put my...

My only issue with the bike is how to best put my SL EQ, with its fancy fenders, on my 1UpUsa rack. The rack secures the bikes by pushing down on both tires.

The front arm reaches the tire before...
Forum: Electric Bikes
07-05-20, 05:34 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 7,906
Posted By flar

To my original question about size, they built my...

To my original question about size, they built my L and I went for a test ride. It seemed fine in terms of reach, but whenever I had to stand down, I resorted to tilting the bike because I would...
Forum: Electric Bikes
07-03-20, 05:59 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,207
Posted By flar

Perhaps they've seen too many trials bikes?

Perhaps they've seen too many trials bikes?
Forum: Electric Bikes
07-01-20, 12:03 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 7,906
Posted By flar

I have a couple of questions about these bikes. ...

I have a couple of questions about these bikes.

First, the specs on the motors of the regular Vado and the SL aren't clear. Both are 240-250W motors, but the Vado is supposed to supply "4xYou" and...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-15-15, 04:39 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,461
Posted By flar

1. Adjust it so the handlebars are 30 to 45...

1. Adjust it so the handlebars are 30 to 45 degrees off from the angle of the front tire.
2. Learn to ride the bike that way.
3. Laugh at all the riders that have to carry locks because anyone...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-26-15, 03:21 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 11,093
Posted By flar

push left - go left push right - go right ...

push left - go left
push right - go right

The bike will naturally lean as you go around the turn, but just lean with it and stay feeling balanced - you should actually not feel the lean because...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-24-15, 10:54 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,983
Posted By flar

I just picked up some Dominators today in the...

I just picked up some Dominators today in the Mega size (I have a wide foot). I haven't had the time to ride with them yet and they have no cleats on them, but they were the only ones that fit my...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-23-15, 02:53 AM
Replies: 21,340
Views: 5,207,003
Posted By flar

Had a Kuat NV on back order and it sounded like...

Had a Kuat NV on back order and it sounded like it was going to be the end of May before I saw it so I decided to order a 1up rack to avoid the wait. Both ended up coming this past week so now I...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-16-15, 03:40 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,008
Posted By flar

There are pumps that have dual mode "high volume"...

There are pumps that have dual mode "high volume" vs "high pressure" settings, but I don't see a description like that on the Lezyne site. With all of the models they have, it would be nice to have...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-11-15, 01:54 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,513
Posted By flar

Having recently just shopped disc brake equipped...

Having recently just shopped disc brake equipped road bikes, all of the ones that I looked at the specs for had 160mm front and 140mm only on the back.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-07-15, 09:23 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,481
Posted By flar

After reading this thread and the CO2 pump thread...

After reading this thread and the CO2 pump thread (and attending a basic maintenance lecture at the LBS) I got a Red Zeppelin with a very tiny Blackburn airstik SL for backup. The pump, the...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-29-15, 10:42 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,828
Posted By flar

I stopped in to the LBS today and they had both...

I stopped in to the LBS today and they had both the AirChuck and the Red Zeppelin. I have to say that both were much smaller than I expected from the pictures. The AirChuck is still smaller than...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-29-15, 10:32 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,369
Posted By flar

The controller system that I was suggesting is...

The controller system that I was suggesting is only the programming in a microchip in that assembly. It would eliminate the need for visible switches without adding any bulk to the system in the OP.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-28-15, 02:03 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,828
Posted By flar

Spoke too soon - the Red Zeppelin mentioned right...

Spoke too soon - the Red Zeppelin mentioned right before my post looks like it has the threaded connections on both ends and a control knob - if only there were an all-metal version and a little...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-28-15, 02:00 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,828
Posted By flar

I'm one of those "Murphy's Law" people who would...

I'm one of those "Murphy's Law" people who would fumble the inflator mid-operation and vent the CO2 out, so I'd prefer an inflator that threads on.

To that end, I've been looking at the Lezyne...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-28-15, 01:49 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,369
Posted By flar

(giggles) (visits web site) ...

(giggles)
(visits web site)
(tappety-tap-tap)
(gets out credit card)
(giggles)
(click, click, click)
(watches mailbox)
(oh, how he'll rule the world!)
(package arrives)
(opens...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-28-15, 01:37 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,369
Posted By flar

Paired with a controller system like the...

Paired with a controller system like the Copenhagen wheel and you wouldn't need a visible switch on the handlebars, or see the rider activating it:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S10GMfG2NMY
Forum: Road Cycling
04-06-15, 06:06 AM
Replies: 3,116
Views: 537,603
Posted By flar

Against the San Francisco Bay, surrounded by...

Against the San Francisco Bay, surrounded by water across from the "under demolition" Candlestick park...

http://i.imgur.com/gq11u6a.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/Spt0RJZ.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
04-06-15, 05:24 AM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,419,218
Posted By flar

2015 Cannondale Synapse Carbon SRAM Rival Disc ...

2015 Cannondale Synapse Carbon SRAM Rival Disc
Discs swapped to SRAM centerline rotors due to problems during the test rides
11-32 cog set on order cuz, (cough) an old man rides it...
...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-27-15, 06:34 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 884
Posted By flar

No, I'm not going to go back and buy it. I'm not...

No, I'm not going to go back and buy it. I'm not looking for support for my decision. I may be ripe for a mid-life crisis, but I think I've narrowed that down to a Model X purchase that I'm going to...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-27-15, 06:15 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,914
Posted By flar

I think the distinction is that even though it is...

I think the distinction is that even though it is called gear "inches", the "inches" aren't measuring anything that ties in to a distance that you will encounter. It's simply the units that are left...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-27-15, 05:19 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 884
Posted By flar

Nothing is thunk until it is overthunk... ;) ...

Nothing is thunk until it is overthunk... ;)

Just in case it wasn't clear - the description in the OP of my hemming and hawing was a humorously intentioned melo-dramatization of thoughts that went...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-27-15, 05:11 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,287
Posted By flar

I also saw mixed reviews on the Garmin strap, but...

I also saw mixed reviews on the Garmin strap, but someone pointed out that the Garmin devices fit on Polar straps and that Polar straps are more reliable. I have both the 510 bundle and an old Polar...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-27-15, 05:05 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 884
Posted By flar

Was this a missed opportunity?

Wilier Zero.9 Chorus for well under $3K...?

I was looking for a carbon endurance bike with SRAM levers (because that's what fits my hands best) and thought that Campagnolo levers might work as...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-26-15, 02:48 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,390
Posted By flar

Followup...and conclusion... Tried a...

Followup...and conclusion...

Tried a Specialized Roubaix today at Mike's Bikes. Great staff, they didn't have the Roubaix with SRAM anywhere in their system, but they gave me a few related bikes...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-24-15, 12:55 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,390
Posted By flar

Good to hear about the lever durability. I've...

Good to hear about the lever durability. I've seen full Campy Veloce sets online for under $400, but that is the bottom of the line and labor would add up. A bigger issue for me would be the lack of...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-22-15, 11:21 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,390
Posted By flar

I should also add that I recently did another...

I should also add that I recently did another search and discovered that the Specialized Roubaix SL4 Elite Disc is in the same price range and has SRAM Rival as well. That will get added to my test...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-22-15, 11:20 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,390
Posted By flar

Well I did the Synapse test ride today and...

Well I did the Synapse test ride today and there's a bit of a wrench in the works. The bike was a mess when I set out on it - the front derailleur refused to shift and the front brake made a really...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-22-15, 03:07 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,390
Posted By flar

There is a shop in SF that prides itself on its...

There is a shop in SF that prides itself on its "3D fit evaluation" prior to selecting a bike, but most of the shops seem to use more simple rules of thumb and having the rider get on the bike (and...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-22-15, 02:53 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,390
Posted By flar

I wasn't expecting a stock bike with a Campagnolo...

I wasn't expecting a stock bike with a Campagnolo set where I'm shopping, but they do sell parts and have a number of parts on display in mock installations - I may be able to find a bar with...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-22-15, 07:04 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,390
Posted By flar

This suggests that the process of adjusting a new...

This suggests that the process of adjusting a new bike for fit is at least as important as finding a bike that has a natural fit out of the box?

Both bikes are 54cm, as much as one can trust that...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-22-15, 06:43 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,390
Posted By flar

Thanks, that helps in a couple of ways. That's...

Thanks, that helps in a couple of ways. That's another vote for discussing the possibilities of handlebar adjustments with the shop tomorrow, if at least for experimental purposes.

Also, you got...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-22-15, 06:14 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,390
Posted By flar

There's a thought. I suppose I've been focused...

There's a thought. I suppose I've been focused on "riding the levers", but when I think back on my MTB experience, I didn't always have my fingers on the brake levers and my hands weren't even on...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-22-15, 05:59 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,390
Posted By flar

In terms of trying to put SRAM levers on an...

In terms of trying to put SRAM levers on an otherwise Shimano bike - does that really work? How much of "double tap" is the mechanism in the lever itself vs. a factor of how the derailleurs function...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-22-15, 05:53 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,390
Posted By flar

Yes, one of the shops even mentioned the lever...

Yes, one of the shops even mentioned the lever distance adjustment, but when we looked at where my hands were located and the angles, it didn't look like it would be a good solution. In particular,...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-22-15, 04:21 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,390
Posted By flar

One more thing that I hinted at above, but didn't...

One more thing that I hinted at above, but didn't spell out - as I said, when standing over a bike in the shop I noticed I would put my thumbs on the hoods and my fingers reached the Shimano levers...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-22-15, 04:10 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,390
Posted By flar

Help with new bike purchase and brake lever fit

Long story short I will likely pull the trigger on either a Cannondale Synapse Carbon Rival Disc or a Felt Z4 disc in the next day or so. Long story long - hear my tale as to how I ended up with...
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