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Forum: Road Cycling
01-01-17, 11:16 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,139
Posted By BigJeff

That is overpriced. This is the year...

That is overpriced.

This is the year 2017.... a bike that old would be worth $200 tops. (Probably worth more as parts)

How to tell if a carbon bike is bad? Tap the frame with a coin. If the...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-02-16, 10:44 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,458
Posted By BigJeff

What does your RD look like while in 52/28? ...

What does your RD look like while in 52/28?

The correct answer is, of course, "I don't know. I have never done that, because doing that is stupid and I don't do stupid things."
Forum: Road Cycling
02-20-16, 05:12 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 3,556
Posted By BigJeff

And the "pro" mechanics are typically quoted at...

And the "pro" mechanics are typically quoted at 120psi for dry and 108-110psi in the wet. (Although they also say they adjust "per rider" etc.)

oh... And larger tires only have lower crr if you...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-03-16, 08:59 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,279
Posted By BigJeff

Or just get a set of "easy outs" from an...

Or just get a set of "easy outs" from an automotive store.

this is a cheap and good investment for people that ruin bolts. :)
Forum: Road Cycling
01-31-16, 09:24 AM
Replies: 225
Views: 14,107
Posted By BigJeff

The motor costs around $2,700. As as for...

The motor costs around $2,700.

As as for alternative battery solutions, use a non-rechargeable Lithium-Air battery, you could put a series of them down the seat tube and take up far less space...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-03-15, 01:25 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,157
Posted By BigJeff

Just replace the bearings and chain. lube...

Just replace the bearings and chain.

lube cables and derailleurs.

(Probably more than $40 worth of parts)

Then work on upgrading the motor over time.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-08-15, 06:15 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 14,687
Posted By BigJeff

Enve makes a 25mm setback 25.4x400mm post

Enve makes a 25mm setback 25.4x400mm post
Forum: Road Cycling
07-25-15, 10:43 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 461
Posted By BigJeff

Have you Checked eBay for prices?

Have you Checked eBay for prices?
Forum: Road Cycling
07-12-15, 07:35 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 7,379
Posted By BigJeff

"And it WORKS ! Where I would normally do...

"And it WORKS ! Where I would normally do 19-21mph I was doing 21-23ph !!"

what bike can't roll at 21mph?
Forum: Road Cycling
07-06-15, 05:08 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,003
Posted By BigJeff

That is a horrible horrible idea. You, sir, wish...

That is a horrible horrible idea. You, sir, wish to throw good money at a bad idea.

Pray that your other life choices are not as bad.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-04-15, 10:56 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,056
Posted By BigJeff

You probably have to pay extra for that

You probably have to pay extra for that
Forum: Road Cycling
07-04-15, 10:52 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,056
Posted By BigJeff

I hear you can buy used bib shorts from vending...

I hear you can buy used bib shorts from vending machines in Japan.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-23-15, 10:16 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 3,066
Posted By BigJeff

Huffy

Huffy
Forum: Road Cycling
06-23-15, 08:56 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 7,576
Posted By BigJeff

yes, if it has screws, it is replacable.

yes, if it has screws, it is replacable.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-23-15, 08:52 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 7,576
Posted By BigJeff

Not possible. You may be out of luck. ...

Not possible.

You may be out of luck.

"Somebody stole my dorm disc as I dropped my chain" is a weak argument and even if you added it on after the crash the damage would not be possible.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-15-15, 10:08 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,921
Posted By BigJeff

3m at Home Depot or lowes. If you are going...

3m at Home Depot or lowes.

If you are going inexpensive at as well be safe. Safety glasses have become awesome.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-06-15, 09:27 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,363
Posted By BigJeff

Do you have any pictures of your frame to...

Do you have any pictures of your frame to compare? What size of spacer?
Forum: Road Cycling
06-03-15, 06:45 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 5,908
Posted By BigJeff

The very low pressures are also for comfort only,...

The very low pressures are also for comfort only, not for optimal performance.

From that interview

sunny weather: 8 - 8.5 bar (116psi - 122psi)
wet: 7 - 7.5 bar (101psi -110psi)

this is...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-02-15, 06:57 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 5,908
Posted By BigJeff

As as long as you don't lower the pressure on the...

As as long as you don't lower the pressure on the larger tire, yes.

larger tire but retain the higher pressure for best results....... Lower preassure is for comfort only.

Kids and comfort...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-01-15, 07:52 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 5,908
Posted By BigJeff

I agree that the discussion is often about...

I agree that the discussion is often about "rough" roads and increasing the contact patch, but this goes back to my question of how a larger contact patch by both width and length is considered "less...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-01-15, 06:40 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 5,908
Posted By BigJeff

when you use the word "less" what do mean? ...

when you use the word "less" what do mean?

In contrast: For the hour record on smooth surfaces with the least "deflection" they use 22mm tires at over 250psi.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-31-15, 10:13 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 5,908
Posted By BigJeff

23mm remember 25mm and larger tires are oy...

23mm
remember 25mm and larger tires are oy faster when at equal preassures running lower pressure increases the deflection/contact patch further.

Only comfort bikes and beach cruisers run low...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-31-15, 07:48 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 5,908
Posted By BigJeff

110 front / 110 rear. Low pressure is for...

110 front / 110 rear.

Low pressure is for kids bikes and child size adults on small rims. Higher is faster.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-18-15, 07:29 PM
Replies: 27,281
Views: 6,579,363
Posted By BigJeff

Hand-me-down bar tape is called "sloppy...

Hand-me-down bar tape is called "sloppy seconds"
Forum: Road Cycling
05-17-15, 10:42 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,808
Posted By BigJeff

post your route.

post your route.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-17-15, 10:11 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,808
Posted By BigJeff

oh? Traffic lights take 4-8 minutes to...

oh?

Traffic lights take 4-8 minutes to cycle, so hitting 2-3 fewer lights would increase your pace by 8-16 minutes.

so, it seems plausible that your speed increase was just two or three more...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-17-15, 09:13 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,808
Posted By BigJeff

14-16 mph is 20w difference. Mph is a poor...

14-16 mph is 20w difference. Mph is a poor measurement for improvement since since at the low end of the spectrum you could have caught one fewer red lights and seen that same improvement.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-10-15, 08:43 AM
Replies: 27,281
Views: 6,579,363
Posted By BigJeff

Awesome components/ build; there may seem to be...

Awesome components/ build; there may seem to be excessive rd cable length, but I think SRAM says 36cm is correct, which looks like a lot on some frames.

Saddle position will change a bunch as you...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-05-15, 07:20 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 617
Posted By BigJeff

Custom is not mass production. Custom and...

Custom is not mass production.

Custom and rapid production or defined standard configuration and mass production.

The real question is, with sizing varying on mass production bikes by 1-2 cm...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-22-15, 06:52 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 3,408
Posted By BigJeff

So you are against outsourcing? Isnt that...

So you are against outsourcing?

Isnt that just about everyone?!
Forum: Road Cycling
04-18-15, 02:22 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 830
Posted By BigJeff

The one I've noticed most (as a driver) was a...

The one I've noticed most (as a driver) was a cyclist with 3 lights, seat post, jersey pocket and helmet.

No way to miss him.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-13-15, 08:48 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,909
Posted By BigJeff

Those are still off-the-shelf bikes at custom...

Those are still off-the-shelf bikes at custom pricing.

Find a local bike builder (or local enough) with a solid reputation and tell them you have $11,000 you want to part with. Pay 20% up front...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-13-15, 06:56 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,909
Posted By BigJeff

So you have $11,000 for a bike, but are going on...

So you have $11,000 for a bike, but are going on suggestion?

BMC ride has been said to be very soft (almost too much so)

Colnogo is durable (read:very heavy)

for $11k you could buy just...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-12-15, 05:46 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,511
Posted By BigJeff

Lose weight or More squats and lunges... You are...

Lose weight or More squats and lunges... You are just too weak for your weight.

If if you are strong but not recovering fast enough for steep hills, then do more HIIT exercise routines.

Or...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-05-15, 09:35 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,192
Posted By BigJeff

The tour magazine article was heavily biased...

The tour magazine article was heavily biased towards the brand advertising on the same page.

Gp4000's were the least crr at 28mm compared to 23mm; however shwAbble 28mm were higher crr than...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-29-15, 01:12 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,170
Posted By BigJeff

slammed back on a 25mm setback? The frame may be...

slammed back on a 25mm setback? The frame may be too small. What size bike is it?

Larger frames tend tend to have less seat tube angle as well. How much exposed seat post?
Forum: Road Cycling
03-28-15, 01:38 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 6,417
Posted By BigJeff

Didn't you learn anything in high school? In...

Didn't you learn anything in high school? In order to feel less uncomfortable with how you look in bike shorts, be around other people in bike shorts. Positive peer pressure.

The only verbal...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-24-15, 09:58 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 4,417
Posted By BigJeff

Campy have not released thiers yet. I...

Campy have not released thiers yet.


I wonder what the effects will be of the 3:1 ratio change and weight limit change.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-23-15, 10:37 AM
Replies: 118
Views: 6,306
Posted By BigJeff

Until you spin out 53/11 and you see those 55t...

Until you spin out 53/11 and you see those 55t aero chainrings
Forum: Road Cycling
03-22-15, 09:39 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 3,567
Posted By BigJeff

Um do you mean "why would scrawny riders ride...

Um do you mean "why would scrawny riders ride non-flimsy wheels?"

:)

because little people lack the power to make use of deep aero wheels, and when they come out of hiding behind a draft they...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-22-15, 09:23 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,805
Posted By BigJeff

Needs more bar drop.

Needs more bar drop.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-21-15, 10:12 PM
Replies: 2,831
Views: 683,291
Posted By BigJeff

i love your bike! How do you like the seatpost? ...

i love your bike! How do you like the seatpost? I've been lusting after this bike and the only aspect I'm suspicious. On is a 25mm seatpost for 60cm+ frame rider.

It it makes sense to put a...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-14-15, 06:49 PM
Replies: 161
Views: 11,617
Posted By BigJeff

"You guys are moving at a great pace for me, mind...

"You guys are moving at a great pace for me, mind if I ride with you for the next 5 hours but only hide behind you? I won't do any pulls, but I have no problem spinning to the top of the hills and...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-13-15, 11:57 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,061
Posted By BigJeff

Cover the bikes or conceal them so you can not...

Cover the bikes or conceal them so you can not see them when the garage door is open. Never pull your bikes out from behind concealment with the door open.

Garage doors that are left open with...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-12-15, 01:55 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 977
Posted By BigJeff

Weight. And xg xg is quieter than OG.......

Weight.

And xg xg is quieter than OG.... But which is noisier+lighter (if I remember)
Forum: Road Cycling
03-11-15, 10:05 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,557
Posted By BigJeff

Ebay is the arbiter of fair price. Probably...

Ebay is the arbiter of fair price. Probably $800-$1200 depending on demand.

Two years old is two years old.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-11-15, 07:09 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 6,622
Posted By BigJeff

If it isn't in the current dealer catalog, it...

If it isn't in the current dealer catalog, it can't be ordered. No big deal.

Manufacturer warehousing of NOS parts is impractical space usage. I doubt any previous model year frames/forms are...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-07-15, 09:13 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,154
Posted By BigJeff

Crank Brothers make good 2-hole pedals for easy...

Crank Brothers make good 2-hole pedals for easy clipping.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-03-15, 12:10 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,348
Posted By BigJeff

Canada, eh? Send it to their Monarch first......

Canada, eh? Send it to their Monarch first... Hahaha...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-24-15, 07:50 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 6,256
Posted By BigJeff

"It does a body good." marketing = success ...

"It does a body good."

marketing = success


For or us lactose intolerant, almond milk is just plain awesome.
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