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Views: 199
Posted By TakingMyTime

Is that a crack next to the seat binder bolt (or...

Is that a crack next to the seat binder bolt (or just a scratch?).
Replies: 10
Views: 199
Posted By TakingMyTime

All I know about this bike is what I have read...

All I know about this bike is what I have read online. If you were to offer it to me for $500 I'd be the happiest guy around. Obviously I think you could get a lot more from the right buyer.
03-27-24, 07:10 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 186
Posted By TakingMyTime

Anything over 8-10 mph starts to ruin my day.

Anything over 8-10 mph starts to ruin my day.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-18-24, 09:15 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 471
Posted By TakingMyTime

The 2 things I don't trust on my Garmin are...

The 2 things I don't trust on my Garmin are Elevation and Calories.
Forum: Southwest
03-18-24, 08:56 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 269
Posted By TakingMyTime

This particular ride had shown up on my radar. ...

This particular ride had shown up on my radar. We have family who live in LAS so I thought I might double up i.e. Ride and Visit relatives along with a bit of gambling. If in fact it is $115 to...
Replies: 16
Views: 548
Posted By TakingMyTime

A good friend road a 1969 SS from Los Angeles to...

A good friend road a 1969 SS from Los Angeles to San Francisco. All my buddies decided that right out of High School they wanted to ride to SFO and they all road whatever they had.
03-04-24, 08:33 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 398
Posted By TakingMyTime

I think this is just a great reminder to have a...

I think this is just a great reminder to have a couple of definitive pictures of your bike including the serial number and pics of any chips, scratches or other identifiable oddities in order to...
02-28-24, 10:54 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,230
Posted By TakingMyTime

Everyone is on their phones. On one of my...

Everyone is on their phones.
On one of my morning rides (rush hour) as I pull up or slow down for a red light I'd say that about 80% of the people I glide by are using their phones. It's...
02-14-24, 08:16 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 29,718
Posted By TakingMyTime

It's really dirty towards the Southern end of the...

It's really dirty towards the Southern end of the ride (once you hit PCH). A ton of gravel, sand and dirt has washed onto the trail. After a couple of rides this week my bike looks like I haven't...
02-08-24, 08:32 AM
Replies: 132
Views: 7,679
Posted By TakingMyTime

That's what I'm currently trying to do. I really...

That's what I'm currently trying to do. I really like the bike but being able to obtain parts 1-5 years down the road might be a problem.
01-29-24, 10:15 AM
Replies: 132
Views: 7,679
Posted By TakingMyTime

I emailed Canyon US and told them I needed a...

I emailed Canyon US and told them I needed a longer stem cockpit for my bike. The cockpit I want/need "is expected near the end of June or early July". So basically, if mine was broken I would be...
01-28-24, 01:37 PM
Replies: 2,850
Views: 352,203
Posted By TakingMyTime

Beautiful Day 28 miles from El Dorado Park...

Beautiful Day

28 miles from El Dorado Park to HB Pier. The views today were incredible.
01-18-24, 06:01 PM
Replies: 132
Views: 7,679
Posted By TakingMyTime

Actually it still isn't there. "Coming...

Actually it still isn't there. "Coming Soon".
01-17-24, 04:59 PM
Replies: 132
Views: 7,679
Posted By TakingMyTime

I have a brother that frequently stays in Paris. ...

I have a brother that frequently stays in Paris. I've considered having them sent to his apartment and then having him bring them back into the country.

Regardless, spare parts in the US with...
01-17-24, 04:58 PM
Replies: 132
Views: 7,679
Posted By TakingMyTime

That wasn't there a week ago. When I'm on...

That wasn't there a week ago. When I'm on Canyon's site and "My Garage" and search for bike specific parts availability it wasn't there. Thanks!
01-17-24, 09:50 AM
Replies: 132
Views: 7,679
Posted By TakingMyTime

What scares me about Canyon

I've had my 2023 Endurace SLX for about 4 months. I couldn't be happier with the bike. The whole process of buying it, communication with Canyon etc was excellent.

What scares me is the lack of...
01-12-24, 03:44 PM
01-10-24, 09:27 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 5,932
Posted By TakingMyTime

I was on the SART from the Beach to Katella and...

I was on the SART from the Beach to Katella and there didn't seem to be much of a homeless problem. Actually, the last 2 or 3 times I have been on it there has been a police presence. The best part...
01-03-24, 04:55 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,514
Posted By TakingMyTime

Right next to where the big orange hot air...

Right next to where the big orange hot air balloon is. What looks like possibly a Park Office has a small convenience store where you can get a coke or other things like that.
01-03-24, 09:18 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,514
Posted By TakingMyTime

In the summer months my buddies and I try to do...

In the summer months my buddies and I try to do our ride from the Back bay all around Irvine etc. We usually park near Vista Point (on Eastbluff Dr) then head North on the San Diego Creek to almost...
12-18-23, 08:43 AM
Replies: 2,850
Views: 352,203
Posted By TakingMyTime

I usually don't like leaving too late in the...

I usually don't like leaving too late in the morning when I plan on riding PCH. The wind can kick up and really ruin a nice ride. Sunday was just so warm and nice I talked myself into riding down...
Replies: 13
Views: 1,095
Posted By TakingMyTime

I'd love to see some pictures of it. I had a...

I'd love to see some pictures of it. I had a 5200 Ultegra triple (Non USPS) and I loved that bike. If that bike is "unridden", stock and how you describe it I would be tempted to spend $1500. ...
12-15-23, 08:27 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 513
Posted By TakingMyTime

How loose should SPD pedals be?

I have a pair of Ultegra SPD pedals that are about 4-5 years old. I'd say I've removed the spindle a couple of times and relubed them (not a full disassembly). Although there is no play or grit in...
12-15-23, 08:08 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 812
Posted By TakingMyTime

A shill with 16 posts? That website is not...

A shill with 16 posts? That website is not secure.
12-14-23, 07:33 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 914
Posted By TakingMyTime

It has already been replaced by 4iii

It has already been replaced by 4iii
Forum: Road Cycling
12-13-23, 04:51 PM
Replies: 3,140
Views: 934,621
Posted By TakingMyTime

Trek's website is selling their Bontrager...

Trek's website is selling their Bontrager Solstice Road shoe for $45. Save the shipping and have them delivered to your local Trek shop. I use the previous year's model of these and they work great...
12-09-23, 09:50 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 4,815
Posted By TakingMyTime

I'm seriously trying to embrace the Zone 2...

I'm seriously trying to embrace the Zone 2 training theory. Even though I think I've got a pretty good handle on my Max HR number and use it to determine my zones... I always seem to end up riding...
12-09-23, 09:38 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 2,997
Posted By TakingMyTime

I am a very bad judge of my performance. Having...

I am a very bad judge of my performance. Having a computer on my bike that records various metrics really helps. I don't use these metrics for anything other than benchmarking my performance. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-07-23, 07:36 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 4,083
Posted By TakingMyTime

I use to ride my beater bike to the store when I...

I use to ride my beater bike to the store when I was only getting a few things (less than a grocery bag full). I didn't mind locking that bike outside. I would also ride it to the gym and lock it...
11-29-23, 09:22 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 884
Posted By TakingMyTime

I had somewhat of a similar experience several...

I had somewhat of a similar experience several years ago.

1. Spend as little money as possible upgrading. It's really not worth it.
2. Replace tires with a thinner width. Since there's no shock...
11-28-23, 06:14 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 890
Posted By TakingMyTime

Exactly what happened to mine about a month ago....

Exactly what happened to mine about a month ago. I ordered a new strap and the sending unit didn't work in that either (I returned the strap). I decided to buy a Polar H9 and after I got it I put the...
11-24-23, 03:20 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,559
Posted By TakingMyTime

I've been using Meguiar's Natural Shine...

I've been using Meguiar's Natural Shine Protectant (interior product) on my matte finish and it's awesome.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-22-23, 06:53 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,261
Posted By TakingMyTime

The worst part for me would be the 2000 miles I'd...

The worst part for me would be the 2000 miles I'd have to ride to just get to La Crosse
11-22-23, 01:56 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 362
Posted By TakingMyTime

Thanks. I guess I need to look into this more...

Thanks. I guess I need to look into this more with the GoPro people. I'm talking about just a regular guy like me being able to have my metrics shown in the video. I guess they don't have to show...
11-22-23, 09:16 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 5,110
Posted By TakingMyTime

I had some pretty lofty goals that were looking...

I had some pretty lofty goals that were looking good but I was having problems with a new Canyon which I eventually sent back to them. I wasn't able to replace it for 5 months so all I had was my...
11-22-23, 09:10 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,796
Posted By TakingMyTime

Turning 69 next month. Some days are long days...

Turning 69 next month. Some days are long days and some are short. Although I do enjoy longer rides it seems like the cutoff point for me has been about 50 miles. Mostly just due to the time...
11-21-23, 06:12 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 362
Posted By TakingMyTime

Question Overlays i.e. spped, BPM, HR etc in video?

I see a lot of online race videos where there will be an overlay that shows many of the rider and bike's metrics on the screen. How is this done? I will be videoing my rides with a GoPro while...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-15-23, 08:06 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 3,409
Posted By TakingMyTime

I love my Ultegra 12sp Di2. My Canyon Endurace...

I love my Ultegra 12sp Di2. My Canyon Endurace came with it installed/setup and they must have gotten it right at the factory because it shifts beautifully, I've never touched it. After about 1000...
11-15-23, 07:54 AM
Replies: 2,850
Views: 352,203
Posted By TakingMyTime

Did 31 miles from Newport Back Bay, Portola Road,...

Did 31 miles from Newport Back Bay, Portola Road, Great Park, Shady Canyon (I'd like to once ride that grade when it's not over 85 degrees outside), then through UCI Campus and back to the cars. We...
11-14-23, 03:23 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 559
Posted By TakingMyTime

I'll ride in the wind, when it's cold, NOT when...

I'll ride in the wind, when it's cold, NOT when it rains.
11-13-23, 09:05 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,118
Posted By TakingMyTime

Get an HRM and if you can afford one get a...

Get an HRM and if you can afford one get a bicycling computer/head unit (I prefer Garmin). If you can afford it, a power meter is a big plus. I use one and I can't tell you how much it's helped. ...
11-12-23, 06:54 PM
Replies: 2,850
Views: 352,203
Posted By TakingMyTime

44 mile loop Started at El Dorado Park and rode...

44 mile loop
Started at El Dorado Park and rode South on the SGRT to PCH. PCH to the SART North and got off at Taft/Ball road. Then Ball road West to El Dorado Park. The last 45 minutes were the...
11-11-23, 08:06 AM
Replies: 2,850
Views: 352,203
Posted By TakingMyTime

33 miles from the main lifeguard station at Bolsa...

33 miles from the main lifeguard station at Bolsa Chica to the Shake Shack south of Crystal Cove. I finally got my NDS crankarm back from it's power meter repair and was able to ride the Canyon...
11-11-23, 08:03 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 538
Posted By TakingMyTime

First, let me say that I have nothing against TL...

First, let me say that I have nothing against TL setups, if that's what works for you. And... maybe there's a chance that I could get use to them after repeated attempts on mounting and removal. ...
11-10-23, 06:30 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 538
Posted By TakingMyTime

I appreciate the input. I really have no urge to...

I appreciate the input. I really have no urge to go tubeless. I would have been content using these tires (5000 S TR) with tubes but dealing with them in the field was a pain. The reason I asked...
11-10-23, 09:17 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 538
Posted By TakingMyTime

I've got to ask... mounting tubeless

I recently purchased a new Canyon that came with some very nice tubeless tires (Continental 5000). They came mounted with tubes. Well, on my 2nd ride I got a pinhole flat on my rear tire. After...
11-08-23, 10:01 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,382
Posted By TakingMyTime

Awesome! Just yesterday I was riding with a...

Awesome! Just yesterday I was riding with a couple of buddies and we were talking about how long we think we'll be able to keep riding. You're an inspiration.
Replies: 36
Views: 1,667
Posted By TakingMyTime

Tall bike = limited audience $125 - $150?

Tall bike = limited audience
$125 - $150?
11-05-23, 09:52 AM
Replies: 128
Views: 6,166
Posted By TakingMyTime

moisturize, moisturize, moisturize

moisturize, moisturize, moisturize
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