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Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-28-05, 11:23 AM
Replies: 5,456
Views: 3,896,739
Posted By DPCX

Zipp 303's on the A bike (left) & 440's laced to...

Zipp 303's on the A bike (left) & 440's laced to American Classic hubs on the right. I also use Mavic Reflex/Dura Ace set ups for more techincal (rough/rocky/mtb style) courses.

DP
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-26-05, 11:03 PM
Replies: 5,456
Views: 3,896,739
Posted By DPCX

just waiting for the end of september........

just waiting for the end of september........
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-14-05, 10:42 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 701
Posted By DPCX

Here are some links/videos of a race called Star...

Here are some links/videos of a race called Star Cross. It happens under the lights of Marymoor Velodrome (near Seattle) every year & is probably the biggest cyclocross party I've ever been to. There...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-14-05, 06:47 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 701
Posted By DPCX

Check out cyclocrossworld.com for some DVD's. Of...

Check out cyclocrossworld.com for some DVD's. Of the three i have only seen Transition but it will give you an idea on last season's Crank Bro's series we had down here in the states. Two of the...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-12-05, 01:53 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 701
Posted By DPCX

If you dont mind a little drive (2-2 1/2 hrs),...

If you dont mind a little drive (2-2 1/2 hrs), come down to some of our races. We get a few of you guys from up North down here in the Fall.

http://www.seattlecyclocross.com/

DP
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-01-05, 01:39 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 523
Posted By DPCX

Exactly! Roadbikereview has a lot of serious...

Exactly! Roadbikereview has a lot of serious racers who contribute to the forum often. Sometimes this means heated debates but nevertheless you'll find more hard corp cross folks there. Nothing...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-28-05, 02:14 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,501
Posted By DPCX

Both my race bikes are very similar to this...

Both my race bikes are very similar to this frame, built by Kinesis w/ the same carbon seat stay. I have a little different geometry & a flat oval top tube but I'm sure the ride itself is very close....
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-08-05, 11:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,241
Posted By DPCX

The majority of all cross bikes have front brake...

The majority of all cross bikes have front brake chatter, most people just end up dealing with it. Its the combination of a large diameter skinny rim, long rigid forks & brake set up. Sometimes you...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-20-05, 02:11 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 683
Posted By DPCX

If anyone wants one of these fork mounted cable...

If anyone wants one of these fork mounted cable hangers, PM me & I'll tell you where you can call to get one.

DP
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-16-05, 11:17 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 690
Posted By DPCX

Very true, skinny is classic. We have some...

Very true, skinny is classic.

We have some rough courses here in the NW though & its 32 or 34 Grifo's for me. I did score a few old Clement 30's over the winter & plan on trying them in the real...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-15-05, 03:33 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 690
Posted By DPCX

http://www.biketiresdirect.com/productdetail.asp?p...

http://www.biketiresdirect.com/productdetail.asp?p=VRCAM

Looks like they only have the skinny ones available. I thought I have seen them in 32's somewhere.

DP
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-08-05, 04:55 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 593
Posted By DPCX

I know you can get a K2 Enemy in NZ. Sportive NZ...

I know you can get a K2 Enemy in NZ. Sportive NZ Ltd. is the distributor & they are in Christchurch. Ask for Kev Mair.

DP
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-03-04, 03:35 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,331
Posted By DPCX

Hey Magnus, Take a large adjustable wrench &...

Hey Magnus,

Take a large adjustable wrench & tighten it down on the brake arm. I do it on the front & rear of that cylindrical shaft thingy that the brake pad post goes through to get the best...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-01-04, 02:53 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 895
Posted By DPCX

http://www.giantbicycles.com/us/030.000.000/030.00...

http://www.giantbicycles.com/us/030.000.000/030.000.006.asp?dealerid=&dealercountry=&lYear=2004&bikesection=8840&range=171&model=10862

http://www.k2bike.com/news/071604.asp
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-26-04, 11:48 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,250
Posted By DPCX

Yeah, i just noticed that they changed the date...

Yeah, i just noticed that they changed the date on this to the 27th. I will defineately hit this race since its much closer than Manzanita. I just talked to a friend of mine who raced there last year...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-19-04, 09:16 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,702
Posted By DPCX

Do you have a hole in your fork crown? If so, a...

Do you have a hole in your fork crown? If so, a fork mounted cable stop will probably be your best option. I have one on my pit bike but my race bikes fork doesnt have the hole. This also cuts down...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-15-04, 11:48 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,960
Posted By DPCX

My Team rides on Giants & when we first got the...

My Team rides on Giants & when we first got the new bikes (last fall) it was a concern of ours as well. After a few rides on them you do get used to it though. Three of my team mates are on size...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-14-04, 12:51 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,065
Posted By DPCX

You are going to be very limited on on tire...

You are going to be very limited on on tire selection since its a road frame & the ones that will work/fit you will need to air up so much, the ride will be VERY harsh, especially on an old C-dale. I...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-13-04, 09:13 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 836
Posted By DPCX

Hey Homer, Probably just a waste of time but...

Hey Homer,

Probably just a waste of time but i know what you mean about an ego hit. At StarCross, they only have like 22 places listed in the results for my category when we had over 50 starters....
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-12-04, 02:11 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,063
Posted By DPCX

I know Quality (QBP) carries them or at least has...

I know Quality (QBP) carries them or at least has them in the catalogue. I just checked online & they dont show up on there right now. I do know that the tubbies they offer(ed) are skinny little 28's...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-12-04, 01:07 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,702
Posted By DPCX

Yeah, if you only have the one hole option that...

Yeah, if you only have the one hole option that sucks. If you do bend it yourself (I assume you have Avids) take my advice & wear gloves, those little springs have gotten me more than once. They are...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-12-04, 09:56 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 911
Posted By DPCX

If your mainly on pavement, i would stay away...

If your mainly on pavement, i would stay away from high pressure knobbies unless you like going high speed into corners like your riding marbles. For my commuter I run the Vittoria Randonneur tires,...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-11-04, 10:35 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,702
Posted By DPCX

Homer, It all depends on what you are...

Homer,

It all depends on what you are running for STI levers & canti's. If you have say Tiagra shift/brake levers & some crappy Avids (my oppinion on Avids) then you wont get a good return on the...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-08-04, 01:12 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 942
Posted By DPCX

Not sure what retail is but the FSA RD-400s are...

Not sure what retail is but the FSA RD-400s are very nice & lighter that Ksyriums. If you can score a pro deal on them they are around/under $200. Retail would usually be double that plus some. The...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-08-04, 10:29 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 942
Posted By DPCX

I doubt you will notice a difference in speed. Of...

I doubt you will notice a difference in speed. Of course the smaller you go the harder they are to change & you'll probably get more flats. What are you using the bike for mainly, commuting? If so,...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-08-04, 08:46 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 754
Posted By DPCX

Pinky, I wouldnt worry about the carbon rear end...

Pinky, I wouldnt worry about the carbon rear end (seat stay). Your back will thank you. I've been on all aluminum bikes for the last few years & you never notice the beating you take until you ride...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-07-04, 09:37 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,702
Posted By DPCX

I personally have top mount levers on all three...

I personally have top mount levers on all three bikes (two race, one commute/rain bike). I think they are a big advantage on technical courses, especially really bumpy sections where you can ride...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-27-04, 02:43 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 692
Posted By DPCX

I have/had the new Atac XS carbon/ti's on my bike...

I have/had the new Atac XS carbon/ti's on my bike but find them harder to find while re-mounting.

This pass weekend i decided to put my old Atac carbons on both bikes & had no problem, even with...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-27-04, 11:54 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 674
Posted By DPCX

I dig these brakes. I've been on them for two...

I dig these brakes. I've been on them for two years now with no problems. It takes a while to figure out how to get them dialed but once you know some tricks they work great. Hey dessert1st, you...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-27-04, 11:42 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 552
Posted By DPCX

This would be awesome. We had Vervecken out here...

This would be awesome. We had Vervecken out here last year for a Sat/Sunday race & he really seemed to dig the course we had in Tacoma. Said it had world cup potential. Of course he won both races...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-21-04, 03:51 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 580
Posted By DPCX

I have three sets of Tufo's, the T-30 clincher...

I have three sets of Tufo's, the T-30 clincher tubulars, the Prestige (Red, 32s) & the Elite LPS (blue 32's). I've raced on the Prestige's for the past two seasons with no complaints, now they are on...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-17-04, 12:51 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,429
Posted By DPCX

I agree, i doubt you will be turning the bars...

I agree, i doubt you will be turning the bars that far. One thing i do on all my road/cross bikes is to switch the der cables so the right shifter cable/housing crosses over the head tube & into the...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-10-04, 02:28 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 652
Posted By DPCX

the course will most likely be the same for all...

the course will most likely be the same for all categories, the amount of laps or time of the race will differ though. Usually the Elite categories race for roughly an hour while the beginners (In...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-03-04, 01:59 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,250
Posted By DPCX

we have a few venues that we use over & over...

we have a few venues that we use over & over every year. We usually have a work party the weekend before to get the courses in tip top shape, then pre ride the hell out of them. its nice have a...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-03-04, 09:24 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,250
Posted By DPCX

thanks, I've found all these links but they...

thanks,

I've found all these links but they all are still pretty vague. The CCCX looks like they have one T-Giving weekend but doesnt say where its at. I guess i take for granted that up in the NW...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-02-04, 11:59 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,250
Posted By DPCX

Bay Area cross races

Does anyone know of any cross races going on in the Bay Area (San Fran) in late November? I'll be spending Thanksgiving weekend in Tiburon & wont be able to survive a weekend without getting my cross...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-02-04, 08:56 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,810
Posted By DPCX

Hey, I know this is an old subject on here but i ...

Hey, I know this is an old subject on here but i just happen to read it thought I would give my two cents worth. Just to let you know that K2 Bike only stocks a supply of frames, forks or anything...
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