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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-17-24, 10:08 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 343
Posted By Kokiafan

Mine are regular aluminum FSA handlebars. The...

Mine are regular aluminum FSA handlebars. The Elves frame has the cables come up through the steerer tube and are supposed to go directly into the handlebars.
I have yet to see a set of these kind...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-16-24, 09:31 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 343
Posted By Kokiafan

Has anyone put old style handlebars on a bike that uses a hidden cable setup?

I was looking at building a new bike using an Elves frame. But all of the Elves frames I like are using internally routed cables that come up thru the headset and go directly into the integrated...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-16-24, 09:24 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 412
Posted By Kokiafan

UPDATE: After long covid and an injury, I am...

UPDATE:
After long covid and an injury, I am back in the game for this build.
I am looking at something like this: Shimano ULTEGRA R8000 R8020 2x11 Speed Groupset R8070 Hydraulic Disc Brakes Set |...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-01-23, 02:48 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,095
Posted By Kokiafan

UPDATE: I bought a set of 9Velo wheels for my...

UPDATE:
I bought a set of 9Velo wheels for my Checkpoint, and they worked out really well!
So, of course, I am going to build a new bike with the new wheels lol.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-01-23, 02:46 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 412
Posted By Kokiafan

Old 6800 Ultegra Drivetrain and new 8020 Hydraulic brakes

I have a bike that has an Ultegra 6800 drive train and rim brakes, with a long cage rear derailleur.
I am buying a new frame, and will be buying Ultegra 8000 series hydraulic brake levers and...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-09-23, 09:22 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,095
Posted By Kokiafan

Well....I can always use the wheels I just bought...

Well....I can always use the wheels I just bought on a new road bike, should I choose to win the lottery or something.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-09-23, 02:10 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,095
Posted By Kokiafan

When I rode in Florida, this was not an...

When I rode in Florida, this was not an issue...but here in Virginia we have all these stupid hills...making the brakes more of an issue.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-09-23, 01:36 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,095
Posted By Kokiafan

My options are: Buy a new frame and move my rim...

My options are:
Buy a new frame and move my rim brake wheels and all components over. Buy a new seat for that frame, end up spending about a thousand bucks.
PLUS side, I will be able to have a road...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-09-23, 11:29 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,095
Posted By Kokiafan

It started as one of those no-name hongfu frames,...

It started as one of those no-name hongfu frames, and I added Boyd rim brake wheels to it.Ultegra 7000 series components.
Problem is, the frame is too damn small. And carbon wheels with rim brakes...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-08-23, 03:51 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,095
Posted By Kokiafan

I like the wheels that came with the bike, and I...

I like the wheels that came with the bike, and I do ride gravel a couple of times a week. I was just trying to avoid N+1. Blasphemy, I know.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-08-23, 03:50 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,095
Posted By Kokiafan

Trying to avoid both of those lol. I have a...

Trying to avoid both of those lol.
I have a home built road bike that weighs 17 pounds, and the SL5 is 21.5. I am no weight weenie by any means, but that big of a difference gave me pause. I imagine...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-08-23, 03:08 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,095
Posted By Kokiafan

Putting Road Wheels on a Gravel Bike: Is this a thing?

I just got a new Trek Checkpoint SL5, and I love it!
Problem is, great on gravel, but I am getting dropped on the road.
Does it make sense to try to put road wheels (tubeless, carbon) on the SL5 to...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
12-27-21, 10:54 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,476
Posted By Kokiafan

Power Pedals or Indoor Trainer WAHOO FITNESS

Hi all, I use the Wahoo Elmnt Bolt on all of my bikes and was looking into the Wahoo SYSTM for indoor training.
But one of the things I saw was, to get a training program set up properly, you should...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-21-21, 10:30 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,344
Posted By Kokiafan

Ultegra Hub Overhaul Went Bad!

I have been wrenching my bikes for 40 years, and I have never run across this issue before.

I have a set of Ultegra hubs and axles, and finally decided to do an overhaul, after 2000 miles of wet...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-03-20, 04:07 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,791
Posted By Kokiafan

I ran 105 for a long time, and then built this 11...

I ran 105 for a long time, and then built this 11 speed cassette/carbon bike in 2015 with Ultegra and have loved it...South Florida is a lot different than Northern Virginia. I have a Marin for...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-03-20, 02:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,791
Posted By Kokiafan

Yes, that is 50 bucks cheaper for the...

Yes, that is 50 bucks cheaper for the combination! Thanks!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-03-20, 01:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,791
Posted By Kokiafan

Upgrading to Ultegra 8000 from rc-6700?

I have moved from FLAT South Florida to HILLY Virginia, and my old Ultegra 11-25 and my old legs do not seem up to these hills.
So, I looked to go to a larger rear cassette and am scared off a bit...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-03-20, 12:30 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 279
Posted By Kokiafan

Bike Kit Rack for my Indoor Shop! Suggestions?

I have taken over a fairly large room in the basement of my new house (16x17) and am going to set up a bike repair stand in the corner. We currently have 5 bikes in the house, and I plan on putting...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-03-20, 12:22 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,936
Posted By Kokiafan

Thanks for all of your great suggestions!

Thanks for all of your great suggestions!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-06-20, 07:17 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 553
Posted By Kokiafan

Convert to Hydraulic Brakes?

Can someone provide details on the conversion from normal disk brakes to hydraulic? Was it worth it?
I have a Marin Four Corners bike with Sora brakes, but the TRP/SPYRE-C brakes are weak at best....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-13-20, 08:55 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,486
Posted By Kokiafan

I had 1200 for a bike, and I paid 400 for the...

I had 1200 for a bike, and I paid 400 for the frame. I guess that was a lot of money in 2012 for a frame, do not really remember. Someone I know had one and suggested I get it so I got it. The...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-13-20, 11:57 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,486
Posted By Kokiafan

Liking some of the 2020 Giant frames, but nobody...

Liking some of the 2020 Giant frames, but nobody appears to have any in stock. My local LBS said they would be happy to take all the parts off of a new complete bike and put on my Ultegra. Uh, no.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-13-20, 10:11 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,486
Posted By Kokiafan

Buying a New Frame...where to go?

Hi all. This is kind of a cross-post but hoping someone here will be able to help.
I got a cheap China frame and built it up using Dura-ace 6800 components. I no longer have confidence in the frame...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-13-20, 10:07 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 833
Posted By Kokiafan

It also depends on the kind of pain you are...

It also depends on the kind of pain you are experiencing!
You may not have a problem with your sit bones at all--it could be tendon or muscle related, a nerve issue, or even a problem with your...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-12-20, 07:47 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,857
Posted By Kokiafan

Bikes direct only has one frame for less than a...

Bikes direct only has one frame for less than a couple of thousand right now.
Anyone else have a place they could recommend?
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-05-20, 06:53 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 9,319
Posted By Kokiafan

Here is what works. I talked to a company that...

Here is what works. I talked to a company that promised me bulletproof wheels. 240 pound rider. Not one broken spoke, not one flat even, in 4 years of riding 4 to 5 days a week.
Brand? Screw that,...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-05-20, 06:44 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,857
Posted By Kokiafan

What qualifies as "fake"? What I am looking for...

What qualifies as "fake"? What I am looking for is a quality frame that I don't have to pay a thousand bucks to get.

I would love a Litespeed ti frame, for instance, but I would not like to spend...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-28-20, 09:52 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 17,300
Posted By Kokiafan

600 Sure No, using 25c now.

600
Sure
No, using 25c now.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-26-20, 12:51 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 17,300
Posted By Kokiafan

So, what do they have that is the equivalent to...

So, what do they have that is the equivalent to this frame now, IN your opinion? I have an older Chinese no name carbon fiber frame (sold by Nashbar of all people) that I hung an entire 6800 group...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-19-20, 02:12 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,632
Posted By Kokiafan

When I was in my 20's I rode. Rain, shine, snow,...

When I was in my 20's I rode. Rain, shine, snow, didn't matter.
Now I look outside at the rain and think I could get run over.
The bike gets lonely and so do I...when there is a lot of water...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-17-20, 07:59 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,936
Posted By Kokiafan

Ohhh this option I like! Checking them out....

Ohhh this option I like!
Checking them out. Thanks for all the other responses!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-16-20, 03:57 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,857
Posted By Kokiafan

Has anyone here purchased a Carbon Frame from China?

Looking to upgrade mine. I am getting mysterious creaks on climbs and the bicycle store mechanic cannot find the issue. My frame is 6 or 7 years old now and feel it might be time to replace it...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-16-20, 03:53 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 7,471
Posted By Kokiafan

I am 6 foot 250, and ordered these wheel...

I am 6 foot 250, and ordered these wheel components from Universal Cycles. They have worked fine for 5 years, not one broken spoke, not one flat.
Item #: 4811-128443
Description: Continental...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-16-20, 03:46 PM
Replies: 321
Views: 95,435
Posted By Kokiafan

Built this one myself.

Dura ace 6800 components!
Now has a Wahoo Elemnt Bolt computer.
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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-13-20, 07:32 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,936
Posted By Kokiafan

Cycling shorts for big guys?

Simple enough thread...I like to wear real bike shorts, but I am 6 foot 250. If you are similar size, what shorts are you wearing and where did you get them?
I used to buy from Nashbar/Performance...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-10-20, 09:32 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,827
Posted By Kokiafan

Hello all...what a trip. First, I managed to...

Hello all...what a trip.
First, I managed to fix the Sigma Rox 5 I have on the road bike! Unlike a lot of the later models, the handlebar mount of the Rox 5 has sensor nubs on all four corners. I...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-25-20, 06:29 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,827
Posted By Kokiafan

Problem is, I do not mount my phone on the bike,...

Problem is, I do not mount my phone on the bike, it is in the bag or my back pocket. I want to be able to see the HR every time I glance down But thanks.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-25-20, 01:03 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,827
Posted By Kokiafan

Looking for a good HRM / Computer WITHOUT NAV

I hate reading reviews for all the "best" cyclecomputers right now that tout navigation. Jebus, do they think we are all idiots who get lost all the time? When did GPS navigation become the benchmark...
Forum: Framebuilders
12-04-18, 11:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,949
Posted By Kokiafan

Captain 6 feet, stoker 5 feet. Any hopes for a tandem?

Not exactly sure this is the right spot, but my lovely companion has just said that she would be willing to buy a tandem for christmas! This is fantastic news, as I have been trying to get her on the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-02-17, 09:21 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 5,769
Posted By Kokiafan

6 weeks from now, nobody will remember this name....

6 weeks from now, nobody will remember this name. Nobody will remember I posted. Nobody will remember anything about this part of the thread or any of these conversations. Nobody here knows me, and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-01-17, 02:15 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 5,769
Posted By Kokiafan

Even a broken clock is right twice a day. Don't...

Even a broken clock is right twice a day. Don't give words weight.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-30-17, 07:40 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,290
Posted By Kokiafan

Thanks for the extremely detailed reply. I have...

Thanks for the extremely detailed reply. I have my seat dialed in really well already. Took pictures and video to see how everything is working IRL and I am having no knee issues at all. No hip...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-30-17, 11:46 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 5,769
Posted By Kokiafan

I worked with my old one for 15 years and we went...

I worked with my old one for 15 years and we went through all classes of drugs, new and old school. Nothing helped. I am past caring about getting better. Life is misery with a certain end. Suicide...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-29-17, 12:11 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 90,861
Posted By Kokiafan

Its sad to say, but the obese in this country are...

Its sad to say, but the obese in this country are now the majority. A horrible byproduct of our fast food and video game culture. Being overweight is acceptable in some places, but I have never felt...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-29-17, 11:59 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,290
Posted By Kokiafan

You are correct, sir. But it is complicated. ...

You are correct, sir.
But it is complicated.

I sent email messages to two LBS on Wednesday.
One replied back and said that they do not do fittings for people looking to build their own bikes....
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-29-17, 09:30 AM
Replies: 3,556
Views: 2,498,263
Posted By Kokiafan

Bob here. Not sure what I make of this place...

Bob here.
Not sure what I make of this place yet. Introducing myself here mainly because the thread gets a lot of traffic.

I am a larger guy 235-245 who used to weigh 320. Been riding 50 of my...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-29-17, 09:17 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 5,769
Posted By Kokiafan

I am trying to get back into cycling after a long...

I am trying to get back into cycling after a long layoff. For the last two years, I have been battling depression where all I do is try to avoid suicide. This is particularly hard when riding,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-29-17, 09:02 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,290
Posted By Kokiafan

This is my first carbon frame, had no idea what...

This is my first carbon frame, had no idea what to expect performance wise. After doing a bunch more reading, have found a couple of people with similar weight and power output are happy with the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-27-17, 08:51 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,290
Posted By Kokiafan

Fit Style from, the competitive cyclist site... ...

Fit Style from, the competitive cyclist site...
Top Tube Length 53.7 - 54.1 Cm
Seat Tube Range CC 48.4 - 49 Cm
Seat Tube Range CT 49.9 - 50.4 Cm
Stem Length 9.8 - 10.4 Cm
BB Saddle Position 61.4...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-27-17, 08:49 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,290
Posted By Kokiafan

Yah, another 1500 to 2000. Ugh. Uhg. Maybe...

Yah, another 1500 to 2000. Ugh. Uhg.

Maybe my only option will be to get a custom fit to see what the dimensions of frame I need, and then try to find one that works...
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