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Forum: Cyclocross Racing
11-16-16, 03:43 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,274
Posted By 1speedlos

I'm sorry, what are IABs? I haven't raced on...

I'm sorry, what are IABs?
I haven't raced on the road in about 15 years, so I'm not super up-to-date on current rules, but I've been a bike mechanic for about 25 years. For a long time, the UCI...
Forum: Cyclocross Racing
11-15-16, 11:36 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,274
Posted By 1speedlos

Gotta disagree on your examples. Both aerobar...

Gotta disagree on your examples. Both aerobar bans in mass starts and fixed wheels on the track have nothing to do with the status quo. They are simply about safety. If you've raced on the track,...
Forum: Cyclocross Racing
12-08-15, 10:18 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,125
Posted By 1speedlos

In our series in Boise, we do have one...

In our series in Boise, we do have one limitation- no tires >3" if there's snow on the ground. We had a couple of pretty snowy races last year, and the fat bikes were an unfair advantage.
Every...
Forum: Cyclocross Racing
11-06-15, 02:49 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,274
Posted By 1speedlos

It's true that passing was difficult. I missed a...

It's true that passing was difficult. I missed a 4th place finish because passing safely was tough, although if I hadn't slipped on the bridge, I wouldn't have lost that place to begin with. An extra...
Forum: Cyclocross Racing
10-14-15, 04:14 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,637
Posted By 1speedlos

For all around use, I'd probably go with the...

For all around use, I'd probably go with the Clement MXP. Solid tread pattern, and plays well with sealant for those Front Range goatheads.

Los
Forum: Cyclocross Racing
08-25-15, 12:01 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,256
Posted By 1speedlos

Tires are incredibly dependent on many factors-...

Tires are incredibly dependent on many factors- course conditions, terrain, rider weight/riding style, rim type...
I'm an experienced, not overly svelte racer in Idaho. I'll be using Specialized...
Forum: Cyclocross Racing
08-24-15, 11:11 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,492
Posted By 1speedlos

Well, I have to agree with grolby about the...

Well, I have to agree with grolby about the Velocitys being soft. That doesn't necessarily make them bad, especially since PNW courses don't tend to be rocky.
The HED Belgiums build up nicer, but...
Forum: Cyclocross Racing
07-15-15, 10:34 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 17,410
Posted By 1speedlos

Sorry to dredge up such an old thread, but I feel...

Sorry to dredge up such an old thread, but I feel the need to "defend" the bunnyhopper. Let me be clear- he's a good friend and teammate of mine, and I've ridden with him a lot. He's a risk-taker,...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-18-13, 02:59 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 26,434
Posted By 1speedlos

Oh well, there's always next season! Los

Oh well, there's always next season!

Los
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-15-13, 10:25 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 26,434
Posted By 1speedlos

Although I've only ridden it around the parking...

Although I've only ridden it around the parking lot, we recently built a Swiss Cross, SRAM Red 1x10 with a Wolf Tooth narrow/wide ring. It rides really nicely, built up beautifully. If I could...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-09-13, 11:29 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 10,270
Posted By 1speedlos

I had some 42mm Ritcheys on mine. Tire...

I had some 42mm Ritcheys on mine. Tire manufacturer's measurements can vary greatly. I probably wouldn't go bigger than about 42mm if there's any chance you'll come across mud.

Los
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-23-13, 10:39 AM
Replies: 5,455
Views: 3,891,432
Posted By 1speedlos

Here's my "new" bike for this season. It's a NOS...

Here's my "new" bike for this season. It's a NOS Cannondale XTJ frameset. Started life as a complete, but when it didn't sell it was stripped and parts were sold off of it.
The frame's been hanging...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-23-13, 10:25 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,214
Posted By 1speedlos

I'll pile on. Don't over think your first race....

I'll pile on. Don't over think your first race. Just go out there a bit early, ride a few laps (also serves as you warm-up!) and have fun!
If you have a spare wheelset, maybe stick them in the pit...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-02-13, 03:52 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,634
Posted By 1speedlos

Since you're new to this, I'd recommend the Sora...

Since you're new to this, I'd recommend the Sora CAADX. Your first season of racing CX will most likely result in broken parts. The Sora stuff is pretty similar to the 9 speed Tiagra from a couple of...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-02-13, 03:35 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,404
Posted By 1speedlos

First off, fixed gears are not allowed in UCI- or...

First off, fixed gears are not allowed in UCI- or USAC-sanctioned races. Gotta have brakes, and the ability to coast. I raced the Texas State Championships 4 years ago fixed, in costume, and was...
Forum: Cyclocross Racing
08-02-13, 09:11 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,317
Posted By 1speedlos

Another PDX fan here. I found they worked really...

Another PDX fan here. I found they worked really well in all conditions I encountered last season.
Like colobrio, I'll probably replace my rear PDX with the new MXP. But our courses here in Boise...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-02-13, 09:01 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 925
Posted By 1speedlos

At that price, I'd think you should be able to...

At that price, I'd think you should be able to find a decent used CX bike. The touring geometry isn't going to do you any favo(u)rs.

Los
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-06-13, 05:36 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,576
Posted By 1speedlos

It's a lot of fun, and I think that CX is a...

It's a lot of fun, and I think that CX is a welcoming way for beginners to get started in bike racing. My first bike race was in 1979, BMX. My first road race 1989, MTB 1992. If those disciplines...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-13-12, 09:30 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,023
Posted By 1speedlos

Well I enjoyed it! But then again, you caught me...

Well I enjoyed it! But then again, you caught me doing my good deed for the day!

Los
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-13-12, 01:09 AM
Replies: 5,455
Views: 3,891,432
Posted By 1speedlos

Dang. That's one nice Hunter! Los

Dang. That's one nice Hunter!

Los
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