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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-29-23, 12:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 329
Posted By tak2

I have a Domane+ with a TQ e-assist drive. It has...

I have a Domane+ with a TQ e-assist drive. It has an integral power meter which provides readings that I find suspect. I have never used a power meter before so don't really have anything to compare...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-29-23, 10:47 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 329
Posted By tak2

Power meters and crank arms

Does anyone know if changing the length of the crank arms has an effect on the power meter readings?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-09-23, 09:10 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,522
Posted By tak2

I've used a helmet mirror for 3 years and find it...

I've used a helmet mirror for 3 years and find it very helpful. I started out with a 1" mirror on a telescoping straight support and it was difficult to adjust and hard to see. I went to a 2 1/4"...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-20-23, 03:26 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,471
Posted By tak2

Does Trek even offer a rim brake road bike frame...

Does Trek even offer a rim brake road bike frame any more?
Forum: Road Cycling
03-19-23, 08:53 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 4,006
Posted By tak2

I have copies of both sides of my drivers license...

I have copies of both sides of my drivers license and an emergency contact card each laminated at a copy shop along with a credit card that I don't otherwise use and some cash in a small wallet. Put...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-08-23, 11:15 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,801
Posted By tak2

I much prefer full fenders on my winter bike. ...

I much prefer full fenders on my winter bike. Those will still throw water on you and your drive train from the front tire and on anybody riding behind you.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-19-23, 09:43 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 3,774
Posted By tak2

Great Book

Just finished Hearts of Lions by Peter Joffre Nye, The History of American Bicycle Racing. I learned a lot.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-05-22, 09:00 AM
Replies: 1,451
Views: 391,662
Posted By tak2

I would consider having the rims sent to the...

I would consider having the rims sent to the States and building the wheels at home if you want to use your hubs. Shipping both ways to China may take more time.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-31-22, 09:57 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,417
Posted By tak2

I am 188 cm tall and ride a 60 cm Domane. I find...

I am 188 cm tall and ride a 60 cm Domane. I find their seat tube length and top tube length to be short in their sizes but the head tubes are longer when compared to sizes of most other bikes. Best...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-07-22, 03:09 PM
Replies: 176
Views: 31,520
Posted By tak2

I am 6' 2" and have 1 bike at 58 cm and 3 at 60...

I am 6' 2" and have 1 bike at 58 cm and 3 at 60 cm. All of this is a little misleading as the geometry of different bikes with the same called size and vary so much between brands and even between...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-22-21, 10:57 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 4,003
Posted By tak2

You might try listing it on Pinkbike.com. I have...

You might try listing it on Pinkbike.com. I have found it to be covered by higher quality bike enthusiasts.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-28-20, 11:22 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,636
Posted By tak2

Shoe Repair

You might give Lake a call and see what they would recommend
Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-20, 09:00 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 17,965
Posted By tak2

I am 6'2" and ride a 60 cm Domane and a 58 cm...

I am 6'2" and ride a 60 cm Domane and a 58 cm Specialized Roubaix. They are set up the same and both fit good. I vacillated between the 58 and 60 Domane and was never able to get my hands on the 60...
Forum: Pills and Ills
06-07-20, 08:45 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,350
Posted By tak2

I was diagnosed with Afib about 3 years ago. I...

I was diagnosed with Afib about 3 years ago. I questioned my cardiologist about my heart rate as shown on the Garmin because I was going well beyond what was supposed to be my max rate based on my...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-04-20, 07:24 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,921
Posted By tak2

We also just picked up a Kuat Sherpa 2.0 and very...

We also just picked up a Kuat Sherpa 2.0 and very happy with it.
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
06-01-20, 12:19 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 8,300
Posted By tak2

You can also get the smaller frame and put a +17...

You can also get the smaller frame and put a +17 degree stem on it to gain stack height. The bike may handle better than a larger frame with a shorter stem
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
06-01-20, 12:01 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,710
Posted By tak2

I was having issues with my right knee and tried...

I was having issues with my right knee and tried everything I could think of including switching to Speedplay pedals. I finally went to a physio that also does bike fits and she got me doing IT band...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-20-20, 08:04 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 13,242
Posted By tak2

Just put a 2" receiver on my Rav 4 for the...

Just put a 2" receiver on my Rav 4 for the stability and to be compatible with my truck. I am not really concerned about the carrying capacity.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-28-20, 04:36 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,635
Posted By tak2

greasing speedplay pedals

I have also had an issue with a fine thread leaking around the dust cover. I replaced the dust covers with new which were inexpensive and pumped the grease in a bit slower turning the pedal and it...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-08-20, 10:16 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 7,307
Posted By tak2

floor Pump

Check out Sierra Trading Post on line. They have a Lezyne floor pump on clearance for $39.00 which lists for $70. These are very nice pumps.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-05-20, 08:08 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 21,164
Posted By tak2

Something else you could look at would be...

Something else you could look at would be changing your pedals to Speedplay zeros. I have been trying them for about a month now because my knees have been pretty tender. I find that the range of...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-16-19, 12:08 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,687
Posted By tak2

I have purchased a bike locally listed with good...

I have purchased a bike locally listed with good results, I have tried to purchase a bike on Ebay that turned into a big hassle that ultimately didn't happen, and I have purchased a bike and various...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-04-19, 07:57 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,161
Posted By tak2

Had the same problem with my Kinetic Trainer and...

Had the same problem with my Kinetic Trainer and my '71 ten speed. Just cut the excess threads off with a hacksaw and it works great.
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