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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-10-20, 01:03 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,582
Posted By RadDog

That's actually how I got their attention. If...

That's actually how I got their attention. If they had just offered me a cheap rear wheel in the first place I would have been happy. I could then have saved up for some *****in carbon wheels that...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-09-20, 10:05 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,582
Posted By RadDog

Yes. It is probably best to only buy their bikes...

Yes. It is probably best to only buy their bikes if you are a good wrench. I have little mechanical talent, but I put together my Bikes Direct bike just fine. No problems. I had my mechanic dial in...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-09-20, 09:49 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,582
Posted By RadDog

Holy SNIT GET THIS! Out of the blue,...

Holy SNIT GET THIS! Out of the blue, Bikeshopwarehouse offered to send me a new rim set. One one hand, I want to tell everyone that their customer service came through, on the other I was still kind...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-09-20, 09:25 PM
Replies: 340
Views: 30,764
Posted By RadDog

That would be HUGE.

That would be HUGE.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-09-20, 06:22 PM
Replies: 340
Views: 30,764
Posted By RadDog

You would not have to back off the wattage while...

You would not have to back off the wattage while shifting, you could just power/grind right through with no loss in speed or momentum. It would give you a massive advantage.

For people unfamiliar...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-09-20, 03:32 PM
Replies: 340
Views: 30,764
Posted By RadDog

You need a new mechanic. Yes, the 993's are a...

You need a new mechanic. Yes, the 993's are a fortune, but primarily because so few were made. The 996 GT2 was a very special car. No nannies, just a pure drivers car. The Metzger motor was one of...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-08-20, 11:21 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,148
Posted By RadDog

Do you have a 10 speed cassette? The hubs are...

Do you have a 10 speed cassette? The hubs are worth nearly $400. My frame is red and parts are black, so the rims look just fine. I would pull the trigger if I were you.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-08-20, 11:19 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,148
Posted By RadDog

Weinman DP 18's. They are anchors.

Weinman DP 18's. They are anchors.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
11-08-20, 11:17 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 8,903
Posted By RadDog

I know this is a bike related thread, but I am a...

I know this is a bike related thread, but I am a strength and conditioning coach and I have had extraordinary success with intermittent fasting. However, IF must be custom designed to the individual....
Forum: Road Cycling
11-08-20, 10:57 AM
Replies: 340
Views: 30,764
Posted By RadDog

Especially given the fact that I swapped out the...

Especially given the fact that I swapped out the small stock turbos for some big GT30's. They call the car "The Widowmaker" for a reason. I would hit 140 on the big straight at Texas World Speedway...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-08-20, 10:49 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,148
Posted By RadDog

I purchased the Blackset 24's with the 9000 Dura...

I purchased the Blackset 24's with the 9000 Dura Ace hubs. $480 was just too good to pass up. 32 dt swis spokes and 1620 grams. I can live with the weight....they are about 1000 grams lighter than...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-05-20, 08:04 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,582
Posted By RadDog

I do the same thing....read the first post and...

I do the same thing....read the first post and respond. I should edit the first post with : I CHECKED THE HUBS, lol.

But thank you, everyone. I went out and rode normally. I try and be careful...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-05-20, 04:47 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 944
Posted By RadDog

That is some quality Snark there!

That is some quality Snark there!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-05-20, 04:41 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,582
Posted By RadDog

Hubs were checked out long ago...I said so...

Hubs were checked out long ago...I said so earlier, but maybe was not clear enough. That is the first thing I look at when touching a new rim, I like to see how smooth it spins. Taking the old wheels...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-05-20, 11:19 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,582
Posted By RadDog

Do those come with a Dura Ace hub?...

Do those come with a Dura Ace hub? Bikeshopwhelhouse has been around a long time and has been making aluminum rims for decades. I found out 8 reviews all good.

If I was going for the fastest, most...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
11-04-20, 06:32 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,766
Posted By RadDog

I went with the Blackset24 with the Dura Ace...

I went with the Blackset24 with the Dura Ace hubs. They were $480, worth it IMO. Very strong 32 spoke pattern and not too heavy at 1620 grams. I plan on keeping these....at least the hubs, for a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-04-20, 06:27 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,582
Posted By RadDog

I did. I took the bike to my LBS, and then the...

I did. I took the bike to my LBS, and then the second time I had it fixed by Bikanics. They do all my work now, I have a good relationship with them.

A man has to know his limitations. I am a very...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-04-20, 06:16 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,582
Posted By RadDog

I actually tried buying from my LBS first.

I actually tried buying from my LBS first.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-04-20, 06:15 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,582
Posted By RadDog

Reading comprehension is not your strong suit....

Reading comprehension is not your strong suit. All I expected was a season of use out of the stock hub and wheels. You also missed the fact that I already upgraded the wheels. I even posted a link to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-04-20, 02:41 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,582
Posted By RadDog

Bike wheel ware house has no affiliation to...

Bike wheel ware house has no affiliation to bikeshop warehouse. The wheels I purchased were $480....half of that money went towards the dura ace hubs. Bike has a carbon frame that fits me well,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-04-20, 02:04 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,582
Posted By RadDog

I rode in the rain once. It bears repeating, I...

I rode in the rain once. It bears repeating, I got this bike from Bikeshopwarehouse, not BikesDirect. BD probably woyuld have stood behind the hubs. Actually, had I gotten it from BD the hubs...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-04-20, 01:56 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,582
Posted By RadDog

Thanks guys....a couple of things: First, yes, it...

Thanks guys....a couple of things: First, yes, it is not worth it to replace the hub, since the rim is only worth that much, in fact I can get a pair for $200.

To be clear, I did not get this bike...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-04-20, 12:28 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,582
Posted By RadDog

I have. They refuse to fix it.

I have. They refuse to fix it.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-04-20, 12:26 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,582
Posted By RadDog

I don't. I expected more, but BSW reffuses to fix...

I don't. I expected more, but BSW reffuses to fix it, I just wanted to get some opinions. I think I am justified in filing a complaint w/ the BBC.

They are Joytech.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-04-20, 12:01 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,582
Posted By RadDog

Rear Hub went out after 350 mles

Soooo, got a bike from BikeShopWarehouse (BSW). To meet the $1000 price point. They, of course, have to cut corners. Therefore the bike came with a nice carbon frame and low end wheels. I expected...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-01-20, 10:39 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,148
Posted By RadDog

No, no, no, brother. Upgrading wheels is the...

No, no, no, brother. Upgrading wheels is the single best upgrade you can make to a bike. Bikes, even higher priced ones tend to come with cheap wheels to make a price point. I am going with Dura ace...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-01-20, 10:16 AM
Replies: 21,338
Views: 5,197,784
Posted By RadDog

That is cool, like putting chains on your car.

That is cool, like putting chains on your car.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-31-20, 11:39 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,766
Posted By RadDog

Where I live it is very flat. It would be nice to...

Where I live it is very flat. It would be nice to have some expensive carbon/aero rims, but really since I don't race these rims will suit me just fine. With 32 spokes per wheel and a dura ace hub...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-28-20, 11:27 PM
Replies: 21,338
Views: 5,197,784
Posted By RadDog

For $45 and usually free shipping the dura ace...

For $45 and usually free shipping the dura ace chains are no brainers. Unless you have had then, really high end hubs (Chris King etc.) are like pieces of jewelry to me. I still have my watch...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-28-20, 08:24 PM
Replies: 340
Views: 30,764
Posted By RadDog

This was the last time I ran her. I actually...

This was the last time I ran her. I actually promised the cop I would sell her, and I did. And yes, I was fat back then: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bNL9M-W-F24
Forum: Road Cycling
10-28-20, 08:17 PM
Replies: 21,338
Views: 5,197,784
Posted By RadDog

You are correct 90%. The dif between the cranks...

You are correct 90%. The dif between the cranks is definitely not worth the money, at least for me. Same with pedals. The Dura hubs really are a breed apart, though, IMO. As stated my eventual goal...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-28-20, 08:07 PM
Replies: 21,338
Views: 5,197,784
Posted By RadDog

No need for disc on my road bike, have been...

No need for disc on my road bike, have been riding rim brakes just fine for 50 years. I currently live in Texas which is flat flat flat. Maybe back in SF would I want disc for road but never needed...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-28-20, 01:08 PM
Replies: 340
Views: 30,764
Posted By RadDog

I am a strength and conditioning coach and...

I am a strength and conditioning coach and competitive bodybuilder. Getting people to eat right is pulling teeth. My son is a very talented football and wrestler and I can't even get him to eat...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-28-20, 12:57 PM
Replies: 340
Views: 30,764
Posted By RadDog

This makes lots of sense....maybe I will put an e...

This makes lots of sense....maybe I will put an e shifting bike on my bucket list.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-28-20, 12:53 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,766
Posted By RadDog

Pulled the trigger on the Blackset race 24's with...

Pulled the trigger on the Blackset race 24's with the Dura Ace Hubs: https://bicyclewheelwarehouse.com/images/products/12403.jpg

They come in a 32/32 spoke pattern and weight 1680 w/ DT spokes. I...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-28-20, 12:47 PM
Replies: 3,145
Views: 938,943
Posted By RadDog

The 40% off only applies to these wheelsets:...

The 40% off only applies to these wheelsets: https://bicyclewheelwarehouse.com/images/products/12403.jpg

I picked up the alloy Black set race rims with Dura Ace hubs for $480 shipped. I am pretty...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-28-20, 12:37 PM
Replies: 340
Views: 30,764
Posted By RadDog

I hate to admit it, but this is spot on. Everyone...

I hate to admit it, but this is spot on. Everyone runs PDK now, but the advantage is partially the fact that the gears are constantly engaged (IE shift much, much faster than any human) but...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-28-20, 12:30 PM
Replies: 340
Views: 30,764
Posted By RadDog

NO, NO, No...don't use Hamsters, everyone makes...

NO, NO, No...don't use Hamsters, everyone makes that mistake. You want to go with Guinea Pigs. They are stronger, consume relatively less food and are much less messy and easy to take care of. They...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-28-20, 12:22 PM
Replies: 21,338
Views: 5,197,784
Posted By RadDog

Blackset race 24 (alloy, not carbon) wheels with...

Blackset race 24 (alloy, not carbon) wheels with Dura ace hubs. I weigh 220 so I went with 32/32 spoke set up. 1680 grams. https://bicyclewheelwarehouse.com/images/products/12403.jpg

Couldn't...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-28-20, 12:07 PM
Replies: 340
Views: 30,764
Posted By RadDog

I am currently building a motor out of two...

I am currently building a motor out of two gerbils and treadwheels. I am injecting them with steroids so I expect some decent power output.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-28-20, 10:43 AM
Replies: 340
Views: 30,764
Posted By RadDog

LOLOLOL... When I ride in my neighborhood as I...

LOLOLOL... When I ride in my neighborhood as I pass by the kids I yell "harden up Nancy boys"

https://kingofthehill.fandom.com/wiki/Cotton_Hill
Forum: Road Cycling
10-28-20, 10:34 AM
Replies: 340
Views: 30,764
Posted By RadDog

Very interesting. Any chance you can post a...

Very interesting. Any chance you can post a picture of your hand positions?
Forum: Road Cycling
10-28-20, 10:30 AM
Replies: 340
Views: 30,764
Posted By RadDog

That is not true....whatsoever. My GT2 was built...

That is not true....whatsoever. My GT2 was built in 2002 so it is hardly a model T. It was built with a targeted audience that does not want any electronic nannies to compensate for a lack of driver...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-28-20, 09:58 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,628
Posted By RadDog

Very, very interesting. To be honest, I never...

Very, very interesting. To be honest, I never even thought of SPD's/MTB peddle/shoe on my road bike....isn't there a considerable weight difference?
Forum: Road Cycling
10-28-20, 01:00 AM
Replies: 340
Views: 30,764
Posted By RadDog

One of the reasons I ride a bike is because I...

One of the reasons I ride a bike is because I enjoy things like shifting, accelerating, braking....relying upon no external energy source...when I start to remove these things I start doing something...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-27-20, 11:59 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,628
Posted By RadDog

I've got Ultegra pedals with Giro ACC's and love...

I've got Ultegra pedals with Giro ACC's and love the combo. Enough float for a boat but still solidly clipped in. Don't want anything remotely off road on my road bike. Rather have a dedicated...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-25-20, 10:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 640
Posted By RadDog

I looked at the same rims but need an 11 speed. I...

I looked at the same rims but need an 11 speed. I was able to pick up an 11 speed version for $499 and am pretty thrilled about that. The hubs alone are worth nearly $400.

The ebay 10 speed rims...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-23-20, 08:19 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,121
Posted By RadDog

Rim. QR. 700c

Rim. QR. 700c
Forum: Road Cycling
10-23-20, 08:18 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,121
Posted By RadDog

I like you. You can come over and have sex with...

I like you. You can come over and have sex with my sister.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-23-20, 07:23 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,121
Posted By RadDog

Frame fits me really well, especially for an...

Frame fits me really well, especially for an "over the net" fitment. It is carbon and I have not broken it, LOL.

You are 100% correct sir. Would you guys be kind enough to give me some advice on...
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