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12-20-20, 09:12 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 10,227
Posted By srode1

yep, can't out work a bad diet for sure. Looking...

yep, can't out work a bad diet for sure. Looking at a single chart for a specific workout can still be misleading vs looking at a longer term impact of the choice between an endurance vs HIIT...
12-20-20, 07:12 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 10,227
Posted By srode1

The problem with charts like this is the...

The problem with charts like this is the represent the calorie burn during the work and don't consider the afterburn, so they are misleading to some extent
12-19-20, 03:31 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 7,811
Posted By srode1

It takes me a while to warm up too. 20 minutes on...

It takes me a while to warm up too. 20 minutes on the trainer with the first 10 low intensity and then a minute on, one off times 4 at high cadence (over 100) get's me ready for the first set of...
12-17-20, 10:14 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 970
Posted By srode1

yeah, it's not really for someone who is self...

yeah, it's not really for someone who is self coached but for coaches to use for testing of their athletes without using a lab for data collection and accelerate progress by adjusting the coaching...
12-17-20, 06:12 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 970
Posted By srode1

Inscyd

Anyone here have any experience / thoughts on INSCYD? Curious if this adds value to a training program or if it's lame compared to lab testing.
10-09-20, 03:09 PM
Replies: 1,161
Views: 313,134
Posted By srode1

Pro Discover carbon handle bars and stem.

Pro Discover carbon handle bars and stem.
09-02-20, 04:22 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 18,673
Posted By srode1

Curious, what is it you are trying to achieve...

Curious, what is it you are trying to achieve with the 817 instead of using an 815? Maybe you had an 817 readily available?

The cage difference between 815 and 817 obviously has nothing to do...
09-02-20, 03:43 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 18,673
Posted By srode1

The DR isn't designed for anything special on the...

The DR isn't designed for anything special on the rear end, it should fit on any frameset that an ultegra DR would work on. The 815 is the same and it will fit on anything. The jumping 2 and then...
08-20-20, 05:57 PM
Replies: 1,161
Views: 313,134
Posted By srode1

I like it a lot. It's plenty big, any taller /...

I like it a lot. It's plenty big, any taller / bigger and it would get in my way. But it is not too big, it's just right for me and didn't get in my way out of the saddle or sitting. Used it on a...
08-14-20, 04:39 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,621
Posted By srode1

Most shops around here are 7 days deep in...

Most shops around here are 7 days deep in backlogged work. Fortunately I have 4 bikes, tools and do pretty much all my own work.
08-09-20, 04:30 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 10,105
Posted By srode1

Most US Made frames are going to be on the higher...

Most US Made frames are going to be on the higher end. Lynsky would be one option, Ritchey, Moots.
08-07-20, 02:00 PM
Replies: 1,161
Views: 313,134
Posted By srode1

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/apidura_top_tube_bag_424037f800700046fd5348a37ccbb0c188e162b9.jpg
Apidura bolt on toptube bag, waterproof and big - will try it out...
08-02-20, 04:25 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 18,673
Posted By srode1

Nice build. I am curious why you chose the 817 RD...

Nice build. I am curious why you chose the 817 RD instead of the 815 when there is less take up on the 817 and the 815 reportedly works with an 11/42 cassette. I just ordered an RD-R815 for my bike...
07-02-20, 05:02 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,997
Posted By srode1

If you like to ride with your hands on the tops...

If you like to ride with your hands on the tops often, I highly recommend you consider bars with a 4 or 5 degree sweep back design, very very comfortable. Of course that narrows the options and...
Forum: Great Lakes
07-01-20, 03:54 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 402
Posted By srode1

David Dill/Arrowhead and Taconite trails MN near Lake Vermilion

We're taking a trip to Lake Vermilion in a few weeks, and I noticed the David Dill/Arrowhead trail and Taconite trails are near the lake so figured I would bring a bike to ride it some instead of a...
06-30-20, 03:10 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,997
Posted By srode1

Exact same bar as the Salsa Cow Bell carbon -...

Exact same bar as the Salsa Cow Bell carbon - just rebranded - both owned by QBP.
06-29-20, 04:37 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,997
Posted By srode1

Might be where the levers are mounted on the...

Might be where the levers are mounted on the bars, higher in the first picture and lower in the second one. Notice the bars look to have the bar ends pointed more downward in the second picture and...
06-29-20, 04:24 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,997
Posted By srode1

Change your stem

Change your stem
06-27-20, 02:36 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,069
Posted By srode1

If you pay full retail on the frame and parts you...

If you pay full retail on the frame and parts you aren't going to be able to match complete builds. My experience is taking my time and shopping sales, I can match similar complete builds on current...
06-27-20, 02:23 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 6,476
Posted By srode1

Baby Carrots, Hard boiled eggs, ice water all...

Baby Carrots, Hard boiled eggs, ice water all work for me. Remember, it's not all about calories, but what kind of calories. Hi protein calories are not as bad as Fructose obviously.
06-27-20, 02:17 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,733
Posted By srode1

Riding when you are tired is fine I think and can...

Riding when you are tired is fine I think and can help with progressive overload and muscular endurance as long as you can meet the time in zone requirements of the training ride. If you can't hit...
06-24-20, 04:57 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,486
Posted By srode1

25 to 30% of the calories burned on a ride is a...

25 to 30% of the calories burned on a ride is a fairly standard rule of thumb. My stomach can tolerate (with training) 400 calories an hour but not sure how much of that is absorbed and the only...
06-24-20, 04:44 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,379
Posted By srode1

Love the GRX on my Niner, but shape of the hoods...

Love the GRX on my Niner, but shape of the hoods would be better if the edges were a little rounder - it's a bit boxy - I like the width though.
06-22-20, 03:58 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 30,193
Posted By srode1

It's very much going to depend on the rimset you...

It's very much going to depend on the rimset you put them on and your taping of the rim. Enve G23s it's not as easy as a road tube type tire, but it's certainly not tortuous, but i haven't had any...
06-19-20, 03:57 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,282
Posted By srode1

Personally I would never use 60 minutes max...

Personally I would never use 60 minutes max effort to measure my FTP, I just don't see the value for a number of reasons. Measuring it to show progress towards a specific goal maybe.

1. The...
06-19-20, 03:29 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,493
Posted By srode1

The problem with any formula like the Garmin is...

The problem with any formula like the Garmin is they are based on assumptions including the quality of data you put into it. What it doesn't have is your training plan objectives and you don't know...
05-26-20, 01:42 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,172
Posted By srode1

You're right, that would work and perhaps I...

You're right, that would work and perhaps I should have been more clear - if he used a 24mm Shimano Adapter on his current bike with BB30 BB, and bought a 24mm Shimano crank based power meter, he...
05-24-20, 05:15 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,172
Posted By srode1

There are BB adapters that will let you change...

There are BB adapters that will let you change from BB30 to Shimano 24 if you want to get a crank based PM that is Shimano size based. Another option is using pedal based power meters which will...
05-17-20, 03:29 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 6,688
Posted By srode1

Sold an older bike on CL a few weeks ago, it was...

Sold an older bike on CL a few weeks ago, it was purchased fairly quickly and for a good price, by someone wanting to get out doors and ride since Gyms were closed.
05-13-20, 09:49 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 622
Posted By srode1

Welp, SBT GRVL is canceled now

So now I got nothing for this year - first DK now SBT - what a sucky year this is going to be. :(
05-08-20, 03:22 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 497
Posted By srode1

2020 Dirty Kanza

Who's deferring, who's refunded, and who's going in Sept? I deferred the 200 till next year, the Sept date had too many conflicts with commitments at home, plus the lodging challenge was more than I...
04-30-20, 04:50 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 10,272
Posted By srode1

If you compare the profile of the bars you can...

If you compare the profile of the bars you can see there are significant differences - the tops are Ergo on the Enve as are the bends toward the hoods. The Enve has a smaller radius down portion to...
04-30-20, 04:31 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,512
Posted By srode1

As far as GRX 2x, I have it in Di2 on my gravel...

As far as GRX 2x, I have it in Di2 on my gravel bike and like it.
04-30-20, 04:29 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,715
Posted By srode1

Agreed, I run an 11/23 on my gravel bike for flat...

Agreed, I run an 11/23 on my gravel bike for flat roads and an 11/36 for gravel with steep climbs - 50/34 front for both.
04-21-20, 03:25 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 8,567
Posted By srode1

You can mix and match any of the Di2 components. ...

You can mix and match any of the Di2 components. The only thing you want to make sure matches is your front DR and your crank. If you use a GRX crank you want a GRX front DR because the chain line...
04-20-20, 04:10 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,715
Posted By srode1

Personally I don't like big jumps in shifts so...

Personally I don't like big jumps in shifts so not interested in a 1x set up - I'm not having any problems with my set up that it would solve. As far as the cross chaining argument, a 1X ensures you...
04-05-20, 08:52 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,341
Posted By srode1

20.3 lbs before pedals and bottle cages for the...

20.3 lbs before pedals and bottle cages for the pro GR in a large size with Industry 9 Ultra lite wheels - so it will be over 21lbs finished most likely.
04-05-20, 07:15 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,341
Posted By srode1

My Niner RLT 9 RDO is right at 19.5lbs with...

My Niner RLT 9 RDO is right at 19.5lbs with Ultegra Di2 and Enve G23 wheels and 40mm tires. Plenty of mounts for anything you would want, Carbon Fiber frame that rides nicely, and has Stack/reach...
04-02-20, 05:04 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 30,193
Posted By srode1

It will depend on the rim obviously, but mine...

It will depend on the rim obviously, but mine were easy to mount by hand on Enve G23 wheels.
03-18-20, 06:51 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,236
Posted By srode1

Good question Dave, To be clear, I really like...

Good question Dave, To be clear, I really like the RLT 9 Aluminum version - it's the first year model it came out and I built it from the frame up just for my first run at DK200. Never ever road...
03-18-20, 12:47 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,236
Posted By srode1

Thanks Dave! It's basically a transplant of parts...

Thanks Dave! It's basically a transplant of parts from my RLT9 Aluminum, plus few new parts

GRX Di2 Shifters and brake Calipers (new)
Ultegra 8050 front and rear deraileurs (long cage rear)...
03-17-20, 05:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,236
Posted By srode1

New Bike Day

Well, it's actually been ready to ride for a couple weeks but finally got it out for the first ride today - road wheels on it for this spin, not gravel.
2020 RLT 9 RDO home brew...
03-17-20, 04:39 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 983
Posted By srode1

I would guess it's going to be through early...

I would guess it's going to be through early Summer - flattening the curve also means making it longer.
03-16-20, 07:17 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 12,766
Posted By srode1

2020 RLT9 RDO 56cm Frameset, Ultegra chain and...

2020 RLT9 RDO 56cm Frameset, Ultegra chain and Di2 DRs, GRX Shifters and calipers, Rotor 3D crank with 50/34 rings, Enve 3.4 wheels with Schwalbe pro one tubeless 25mm tires and Ultegra 140mm rotors,...
03-16-20, 04:38 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 12,766
Posted By srode1

I can't speak to the Specialized, but I can say...

I can't speak to the Specialized, but I can say the Iso-zone seat tube set up on the Domane (which I have) is noticeable/effective. You can get some of that benefit by choosing a seat post that is...
03-15-20, 01:26 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 12,766
Posted By srode1

My experience, the BB is plenty stiff climbing in...

My experience, the BB is plenty stiff climbing in the Aluminum version. With the right tires and wheels is comfortable to me. I ran 28mm GP 4000 SII or 35mm bon jon pass tires both with tubes with...
03-15-20, 08:24 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 12,217
Posted By srode1

I use Vittoria Latex on the one bike I have that...

I use Vittoria Latex on the one bike I have that still uses tubes, have used them for 3 or 4 years with no problems. Putting them in a ziplock bag with talc powder and shake them up to coat them...
03-15-20, 05:50 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 12,766
Posted By srode1

RLT 9 Aluminum and RLT 9 RDO (Carbon) both have...

RLT 9 Aluminum and RLT 9 RDO (Carbon) both have internal cables and would work well as road bikes. I've used my RLT9 Aluminum many times as a road bike. I even beat a friend on a morning ride sprint...
03-14-20, 02:56 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,522
Posted By srode1

Perhaps 'Something I'm not interested in risking...

Perhaps 'Something I'm not interested in risking dealing with on a long gravel ride' would be more accurate.
03-14-20, 02:54 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 769
Posted By srode1

Says 'Made in France' on the sidewall - I think...

Says 'Made in France' on the sidewall - I think Hutchinson is the only company making bicycle tires in France, so maybe there are making them for Zipp
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