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Forum: Road Cycling
03-25-18, 03:51 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 14,086
Posted By Darth Steele

I am deciding between the Endurace CF disc...

I am deciding between the

Endurace CF disc di2 8.0 vs Endurace CF disc 8.0

they are the same specs, is di2 worth $800 more?
Forum: Road Cycling
03-12-18, 06:30 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,776
Posted By Darth Steele

I have a 2013 Super Six.. 25mm is the absolute...

I have a 2013 Super Six.. 25mm is the absolute limit with for Conti 4000s, I see slight rub marks on the frame.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-21-18, 04:00 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 34,727
Posted By Darth Steele

OP.. I would mention that you could skip the...

OP..

I would mention that you could skip the Di2 : https://www.canyon.com/en-us/road/en...l-disc-8-0-di2

and purchase this non Di2 version and save $800 :...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-21-18, 01:44 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 34,727
Posted By Darth Steele

can you explain the no sales Tax? is this...

can you explain the no sales Tax? is this specific to your state?

I am looking at getting:
https://www.canyon.com/en-us/road/ultimate/ultimate-cf-sl-disc-8-0
Forum: Road Cycling
06-23-17, 04:29 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,770
Posted By Darth Steele

why start a thread about a new bike and not post...

why start a thread about a new bike and not post a picture? :crash:

I thought that humanity was making progress.. you just took us back to 1992
Forum: Road Cycling
06-23-17, 01:34 PM
Replies: 231
Views: 31,780
Posted By Darth Steele

ahh..yes, thank you for making me see the light.....

ahh..yes, thank you for making me see the light.. I retract my post
Forum: Road Cycling
06-23-17, 10:33 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 9,575
Posted By Darth Steele

I am pretty sure that there is a stripper or two...

I am pretty sure that there is a stripper or two name Vegas. Hopefully when he said "riding Vegas".. you get the idea.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-23-17, 10:30 AM
Replies: 231
Views: 31,780
Posted By Darth Steele

I always enjoy your threads.. why not just...

I always enjoy your threads..

why not just walk into a bike store and buy the top of line complete bike?

Also, if you are considering clearing out the stables to make room for new horses I am...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-23-17, 09:53 AM
Replies: 218
Views: 26,648
Posted By Darth Steele

he start threads on bike forums and builds custom...

he start threads on bike forums and builds custom bikes
Forum: Road Cycling
05-22-17, 06:13 PM
Replies: 218
Views: 26,648
Posted By Darth Steele

lol.. I like this guy trekmogul he is very...

lol.. I like this guy trekmogul he is very entertaining.. we need more threads by him

I am going to "fire it up".. I have never heard that phrase used in terms of cycling before.

Buy and...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-17, 06:21 PM
Replies: 218
Views: 26,648
Posted By Darth Steele

This thread is very entertaining For a top...

This thread is very entertaining

For a top of the line build why wouldn't go you with with Dura Ace di2.. and those wheels are sort of are a let down
Forum: Road Cycling
05-18-17, 08:36 AM
Replies: 218
Views: 26,648
Posted By Darth Steele

At first I thought that you were trolling us.....

At first I thought that you were trolling us.. but now I am thinking that this is worse and that you might actually be serious

you buy a $5,500 frame and ask for build advice.

oddly enough, you...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-21-17, 12:55 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,051
Posted By Darth Steele

The manufactures would collude to keep the prices...

The manufactures would collude to keep the prices as they are

Diamonds are not rare, they are fairly abundant and not that hard to mine either.. yet.. you get the idea, supply control.

ever...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-21-17, 12:50 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,334
Posted By Darth Steele

Why not just a buy new bike? I am pretty that...

Why not just a buy new bike? I am pretty that you can find a new bike with those specs for a few dollars more money
Forum: Road Cycling
01-24-17, 07:49 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,279
Posted By Darth Steele

why not become a gigalo (sp?) and let some French...

why not become a gigalo (sp?) and let some French chick buy you a road bike and an all white FDJ kit? dura ace no less
Forum: Road Cycling
12-23-16, 10:53 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,704
Posted By Darth Steele

I have the same Elsa power meter.. I actually...

I have the same Elsa power meter.. I actually don't see the point of doing an hour long FTP.. very very seldom will you ever have an hour of uninterrupted road to actually make use of it.

Knowing...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-18-16, 07:30 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 11,543
Posted By Darth Steele

lol.. :thumb: plus they use a hot young...

lol.. :thumb:


plus they use a hot young looking milf in their ads.. and as you said they have a TDF logo.. clearly a superior product worth considering by all
Forum: Road Cycling
06-30-16, 07:56 AM
Replies: 144
Views: 8,209
Posted By Darth Steele

but if everyone paid for the speed wouldn't you...

but if everyone paid for the speed wouldn't you be right back where you started? speed is only important relative to other moving items. what the point of going x amount faster if everyone else is...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-29-16, 07:42 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,939
Posted By Darth Steele

hmm.. my guess is that you are a lighter/smaller...

hmm.. my guess is that you are a lighter/smaller guy compared to most in the group.. On the hills you killed them but then on the flats and downhill where power to weight is less important and even...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-26-16, 07:44 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 7,135
Posted By Darth Steele

I would NOT trust a virtual power meter or...

I would NOT trust a virtual power meter or estimates power meter data for reliable training data!


if you a take a given segment and ride it with a tail wind, no wind and head wind. Based on the...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-23-16, 04:41 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,591
Posted By Darth Steele

^^ this... damn thing is annoying as ph.uck

^^ this... damn thing is annoying as ph.uck
Forum: Road Cycling
05-16-16, 01:53 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 761
Posted By Darth Steele

How much are you selling the S5 for? post up some...

How much are you selling the S5 for? post up some pics, lets have a look at her
Forum: Road Cycling
05-12-16, 04:02 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 935
Posted By Darth Steele

the answer is no! if you can generate 250 watts...

the answer is no! if you can generate 250 watts then you generate 250w regardless if the bike is light or heavy.

you will go faster on the lighter bike uphill..on the flats.. probably not.

On...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-12-16, 02:03 PM
Replies: 142
Views: 13,386
Posted By Darth Steele

yeah, son, look at these fat tourist buying...

yeah, son, look at these fat tourist buying overpriced stuff


You: not us, now lets get out here and go and look at my bikes..
son: "yeah, you don't look fat at all"

My Bikes:...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-06-16, 01:48 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 21,955
Posted By Darth Steele

Post up a pic, it's hard to aide without visual...

Post up a pic, it's hard to aide without visual evidence.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-03-16, 07:16 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,339
Posted By Darth Steele

Agreed with everyone that wheels are the least of...

Agreed with everyone that wheels are the least of your concerns. Since this is your first race I am going to guess that you are a Cat 5

1. pre-register and eliminate race day registration...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-26-16, 05:29 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,984
Posted By Darth Steele

But but I had a V8 last night

But but I had a V8 last night
Forum: Road Cycling
04-26-16, 04:02 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 3,500
Posted By Darth Steele

you missed my points :( let me try again ...

you missed my points :( let me try again


if riding in normal conditions there is no downside to having them

basically your argument is "I don't need them because I only ride in good...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-26-16, 03:46 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 3,500
Posted By Darth Steele

actually you guys are making the case for disc...

actually you guys are making the case for disc brakes.


1. In dry conditions they are no worse than V brakes and in general has proven to be better.
2. There is no significant weight penalty....
Forum: Road Cycling
04-25-16, 01:21 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,984
Posted By Darth Steele

Yes, my guess is that you have one leg that is...

Yes, my guess is that you have one leg that is longer than the other and that the boil spot is the exact point of where the "rubbing" or "scrubbing" motion is taking place.. Lower your seat just a...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-25-16, 01:17 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,032
Posted By Darth Steele

Not all at, I have never ridden Zipps wheels.

Not all at, I have never ridden Zipps wheels.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-25-16, 01:09 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,032
Posted By Darth Steele

that proves it for me :rolleyes:

that proves it for me :rolleyes:
Forum: Road Cycling
04-20-16, 03:04 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 5,524
Posted By Darth Steele

You could also build up a Chinese bike..just...

You could also build up a Chinese bike..just saying, perfect for crit racing
Forum: Road Cycling
04-15-16, 07:51 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,824
Posted By Darth Steele

What other way can you accurately gauge your...

What other way can you accurately gauge your output? and keep in mind that we are referring to the op who by his own admission is a beginner.

And which power meter are you selling? I already have...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-15-16, 06:03 AM
Replies: 145
Views: 11,701
Posted By Darth Steele

do I get to request the color of your kit...be...

do I get to request the color of your kit...be yet tri-suit?
Forum: Road Cycling
04-15-16, 06:01 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,824
Posted By Darth Steele

time for some cold water to be thrown on you......

time for some cold water to be thrown on you... Suppose there was a strong tail wind, or you drafted all the way, does that in anyway affect your joy of averaging the 19 mph? also suppose it was it...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-13-16, 03:44 PM
Replies: 337
Views: 23,486
Posted By Darth Steele

Confirms that the lack of leaders. There should...

Confirms that the lack of leaders. There should have been a contingency plan this?
Forum: Road Cycling
04-11-16, 11:39 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 766
Posted By Darth Steele

I spend a lot of time of my rollers, and I...

I spend a lot of time of my rollers, and I recommend them over a dumb trainer any day. I have the cyclops rollers with resistance. I can tell that my balance and bike handling skills have improved.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-11-16, 09:39 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,640
Posted By Darth Steele

When I open Garmin Connect I am always reminded...

When I open Garmin Connect I am always reminded of how clean, simple and straightforward the Strava UI is. Garmin Connect is just crude.

Plus as others have pointed out the social aspect makes it...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-10-16, 08:00 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,263
Posted By Darth Steele

did you post it on Stava? or didn't happen.. just...

did you post it on Stava? or didn't happen.. just kidding mate.. congrats..you are right to be proud

Cycling can produce some amazing moments and sense of accomplishments.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-07-16, 03:21 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 11,701
Posted By Darth Steele

lol.. I like you, are you on strava? I need to...

lol.. I like you, are you on strava? I need to see these hammer sessions of yours
Forum: Road Cycling
04-06-16, 06:56 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 9,185
Posted By Darth Steele

Your first mistake was spending 3K on wheels......

Your first mistake was spending 3K on wheels... GTFOH...and they treated you like an ugly step child for it.

I would do everything in my power to return those wheels, get my money back and take my...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-05-16, 06:47 PM
Replies: 215
Views: 54,451
Posted By Darth Steele

Sweet looking ride.. enjoy, let us know how it...

Sweet looking ride.. enjoy, let us know how it rides

I would have gone with the Cervelo S5 or the Specialized Venge Vias... and I just might.. I am waiting for the disc brakes option
Forum: Road Cycling
03-21-16, 01:55 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 4,317
Posted By Darth Steele

As others have mentioned STOP thinking in terms...

As others have mentioned STOP thinking in terms of speed and focus on Watts and Watts per kg. Speed is irreverent in terms of Crit racing. It is all about watts based intervals.

My advice.. get a...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-15-16, 06:15 AM
Replies: 103
Views: 11,662
Posted By Darth Steele

Why are you trying to correlate the speed on a...

Why are you trying to correlate the speed on a trainer with riding outside? it is meant to be a rough guideline. Focus on the power number and cardio vascular improvements.

this reminds me of the...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-29-16, 11:44 AM
Replies: 103
Views: 11,662
Posted By Darth Steele

Today I tried a sufferfest work out on Zwift......

Today I tried a sufferfest work out on Zwift... pretty frigging cool, this takes things to a new level for me. If my heart doesn't explode then I am looking forward to making some nice progress and...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-28-16, 06:54 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,482
Posted By Darth Steele

Tomorrow's thread: what is the best way to keep...

Tomorrow's thread: what is the best way to keep my tires from getting dirt on them?

also, what is the point of putting lube on your chain, doesn't that get the chain and crank dirty?


will...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-28-16, 07:33 AM
Replies: 103
Views: 11,662
Posted By Darth Steele

like you I do my best not to go on FB, but I have...

like you I do my best not to go on FB, but I have an account for "family" reasons. I really really don't want to log in FB unless it is absolutely necessary... I am now sounding like that old man...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-28-16, 04:52 AM
Replies: 103
Views: 11,662
Posted By Darth Steele

PM sent, thanks

PM sent, thanks
Forum: Road Cycling
01-27-16, 10:23 AM
Replies: 103
Views: 11,662
Posted By Darth Steele

the facebook group is closed :( .. and to...

the facebook group is closed :(

.. and to be honest I really don't using facebook, any other ideas? how big are the files? ;)
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