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Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-21-16, 03:43 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 11,248
Posted By Ghostcode

Good call, I meant to say Expert. Really...

Good call, I meant to say Expert.

Really enjoying the bike, the 61cm frame is quite large in person.

I'm planning on picking up a pair of

Clement Cycling X'PLOR MSO Clincher 60 TPI Tire,...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-19-16, 07:51 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 11,248
Posted By Ghostcode

Sorry I've been busy. Here she is in all her...

Sorry I've been busy. Here she is in all her glory. Only taken out a few times so far, but so far so good.

http://i.imgur.com/qYeHF03.jpg
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-05-16, 12:30 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 11,248
Posted By Ghostcode

I did look on craigslist for a few weeks, very...

I did look on craigslist for a few weeks, very limited selection on 60/61cm used bikes.. if any at all. I also wanted 40mm tires if not wider, I think they make the world of difference especially on...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-05-16, 12:04 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 11,248
Posted By Ghostcode

I'm somewhere around 6'3/6'4 and the LBS owner...

I'm somewhere around 6'3/6'4 and the LBS owner sized me up to a 61cm immediately without question. It's being built up later this afternoon. I really hope the 61cm works, because I'm a little bit on...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-01-16, 12:28 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 11,248
Posted By Ghostcode

Right now my number one pick is looking like the...

Right now my number one pick is looking like the Jamis Renegade Expert.

Checks all boxes.. 40mm tires, 105 hydro disc breaks, full carbon frame/fork... $2400

Going to LBS to see if we can order...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-30-16, 12:19 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 11,248
Posted By Ghostcode

The stuntman actually looks pretty good. I've...

The stuntman actually looks pretty good. I've never been on a steel frame before. Doesn't look like it's available just yet, but coming out soon?
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-29-16, 05:31 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 11,248
Posted By Ghostcode

Gravel/Adventure Bike Recommendations

Hi all,

I know bikes are all about fit... and you have to try them for yourself. Aside from that, I'm 100% set on my next (only) bike being a Gravel/Adventure style bike.

I'm interested in...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-16-16, 03:35 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,666
Posted By Ghostcode

Kinda my thoughts as well, I did check the...

Kinda my thoughts as well, I did check the manual. They said 300lbs rider and 30lbs gear - 330 lbs total is the weight limit. I'm also not planning on getting any heavier so I think I should be okay....
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-15-16, 09:03 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,666
Posted By Ghostcode

I'm honestly not seeing much difference between...

I'm honestly not seeing much difference between all these CX, Adventure, Gravel etc bikes. All seems like marketing to me. I'm most interested in the SuperX 105 right now, wasn't sure if anyone had...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-15-16, 03:50 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,666
Posted By Ghostcode

Ugh, I just checked out Cannondales gravel bike....

Ugh, I just checked out Cannondales gravel bike. The Slate... Looks amazing but now we're talking $2,980 starting price for a 105 bike?
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-15-16, 11:57 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,666
Posted By Ghostcode

Considering buying my first cyclocross bike, have additional questions.

Hi all,

I was originally having difficulty figuring out if I wanted a hard tail 29er or a cyclocross style bike. I'm now leaning the cyclocross direction... Majority of the biking I plan on doing...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-14-16, 10:42 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 908
Posted By Ghostcode

Ok so now that the brainstorming sessions has...

Ok so now that the brainstorming sessions has begun... I'm leaning towards something like a Cyclocross bike with the beefiest tires possible.

What do people think of the Cannondale CaadX 105? I...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-13-16, 09:12 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 908
Posted By Ghostcode

I think a mountain bike is what I want... need your help.

Hi everyone,

It's been a while since I've been to the forums. I haven't used a bike in probably 6 years. I used to be very into road cycling throughout college and haven't been on two wheels...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-11-10, 01:42 PM
Replies: 21,333
Views: 5,186,664
Posted By Ghostcode

http://static2.biketiresdirect.com/imagesProduct/f...

http://static2.biketiresdirect.com/imagesProduct/fitap2-1.jpg

http://www.pricepoint.com/images/styleImages/D_225%20PLBSF7.jpg

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41VMlkNW2IL._SL500_.jpg
...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-11-10, 09:57 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,782
Posted By Ghostcode

Sorry for delayed response, I couldn't respond...

Sorry for delayed response, I couldn't respond because I was up visiting my old college grounds for the weekend.




Initially after I was fit exactly to the LBS owners specifications, I went...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-10-10, 07:12 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,782
Posted By Ghostcode

Editing for clarity: see post #20

Editing for clarity: see post #20
Forum: Road Cycling
10-08-10, 12:39 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,782
Posted By Ghostcode

Questions and concerns regarding a bike fitting.

5 weeks ago, I was fit by an “expert” who honestly did know a good bit. I’m no dumby - but I'm no expert, I am a bicycle nerd, read a ton, ride a ton, and have a pretty good understanding of the...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-07-10, 07:07 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 13,875
Posted By Ghostcode

What does stiffness actually mean?

You hear a lot about how "stiff" frames are these days, among other parts. It seems to be a growing trend. I want to know exactly what "stiffness" means and/or translates to. Is stiffer actually...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-05-10, 10:43 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 11,215
Posted By Ghostcode

I can't say for certain right now about the arms,...

I can't say for certain right now about the arms, but I will comment. I think the Black/White DA and RED are interchangeable, the dealer just has to specify when placing the order. AFAIK.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-05-10, 10:38 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 11,215
Posted By Ghostcode

That's the size they ordered for him, he's 6'1...

That's the size they ordered for him, he's 6'1 and was sized for the 58cm.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-05-10, 05:53 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 4,518
Posted By Ghostcode

I'm curious as to why you spent $2600.00 dollars...

I'm curious as to why you spent $2600.00 dollars on a pair of wheels, then asked what their quality/feel is like?
Forum: Road Cycling
10-04-10, 08:14 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 11,215
Posted By Ghostcode

58cm

58cm
Forum: Road Cycling
10-04-10, 05:41 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 11,215
Posted By Ghostcode

New 2011 Cannondale SuperSix Hi-MOD 2 RED (Pics)

Not my bike, but a close friends. Figured I'd share with everyone. Who doesn't love new bike pictures?

http://imgur.com/VyDcGl.jpg (http://imgur.com/VyDcG.jpg)

http://imgur.com/Ceqjbl.jpg...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-01-10, 01:19 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,988
Posted By Ghostcode

The OP asked for more energy, and wanted to feel...

The OP asked for more energy, and wanted to feel stronger in the morning. I told him exactly one way to help accomplish that. The obvious advice is to rest, but he doesn't want to. I gave him what I...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-01-10, 01:12 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,389
Posted By Ghostcode

I agree, honestly man... It seems like the only...

I agree, honestly man... It seems like the only bike you can appreciate is a black CAAD. I feel sorry that you can't find the beauty in other bikes.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-01-10, 01:05 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,988
Posted By Ghostcode

Caffeine, most pre-workout protein shake powders...

Caffeine, most pre-workout protein shake powders body builders use have caffeine in them to help give the extra boost to get a bigger pump.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-30-10, 08:17 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 6,350
Posted By Ghostcode

Is she single? I'd marry her.

Is she single? I'd marry her.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-29-10, 07:58 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 756
Posted By Ghostcode

Been posted like 3 times already <.<

Been posted like 3 times already <.<
Forum: Road Cycling
09-29-10, 05:45 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,944
Posted By Ghostcode

My "analogy" wasn't supposed to be a trick...

My "analogy" wasn't supposed to be a trick question. Really the only plausible answers could come from people who actually live in Europe. I mean granted, the big USA brand names will be there, and I...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-28-10, 03:14 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,944
Posted By Ghostcode

I just took with a little grain of salt, those...

I just took with a little grain of salt, those riders ride what they are told to ride, not what they want to ride. It pays the bills for them - they will ride it. I don't feel that makes my question...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-28-10, 01:06 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,944
Posted By Ghostcode

USA to Europe Analogy

Here in the US, there are quite a few main manufacturers of bikes. Three major ones come to mind.

Trek
Cannondale
Specialized

Of course there are many more... however, the point of my...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-23-10, 01:05 PM
Replies: 10,411
Views: 3,339,850
Posted By Ghostcode

Note to self: You forgot to type 2011, which is...

Note to self: You forgot to type 2011, which is exactly what he is trying to say. 2011 Specialized Allez with 105 - doesn't exist in the US if at all. Check the website the normal way in the first...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-22-10, 07:11 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,954
Posted By Ghostcode

2011 Specialized S-Works Tarmac SL3 SRAM vs. 2011 Cannondale SuperSix Hi-Mod 2 RED

2011 Specialized S-Works Tarmac SL3 SRAM (http://www.specialized.com/us/en/bc/SBCProduct.jsp?spid=52906&scid=1001&scname=Road) vs. 2011 Cannondale SuperSix Hi-Mod 2 RED...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-22-10, 05:53 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,011
Posted By Ghostcode

My cables needed adjusted, it was mostly all...

My cables needed adjusted, it was mostly all tension being the problem. Having messed with the limit screws, I had to readjust it all once I pulled the cables a little tighter. Learned quite a bit in...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-21-10, 08:07 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,011
Posted By Ghostcode

I tried and had 2 others after my group ride mess...

I tried and had 2 others after my group ride mess with the tension. It would go to the largest if the tension was adequate, but when it came to shifting down from the largest, it would start...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-21-10, 07:43 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,011
Posted By Ghostcode

I could very easily manually pull the cable...

I could very easily manually pull the cable towards me and it would shift just fine. I had to hold the cable there obviously, if I let go it would go back between the 1st/2nd, or 2nd/3rd. I also...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-21-10, 07:11 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,011
Posted By Ghostcode

It shifted flawless for the longest time. I got...

It shifted flawless for the longest time. I got the bike 1000+ miles ago. I never got the "initial" 300 mile checkup, from stretched cables and such. I did some manual cable adjusting, and barrel...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-21-10, 06:57 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,011
Posted By Ghostcode

Well I didn't see it the first time so now I feel...

Well I didn't see it the first time so now I feel dumb, I see the hanger alignment link they offer. From the looks of it, you literally just bend it with physical force?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-21-10, 06:49 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,011
Posted By Ghostcode

I tried to figure that out, I mean being new to...

I tried to figure that out, I mean being new to this, the only instructions other than H/L Screw for the derailleurs on the Park Tools was the B Screws. I didn't see anything obvious on how to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-21-10, 06:41 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,011
Posted By Ghostcode

So I was following the Park Tools instructions on adjusting my rear derailleur...

Everything was working great for the H screw, I adjust it correctly, and it feels like it's shifting crisp on to the lowest rear sprocket. But when it came to the L-screw, I am stumped. The whole...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-20-10, 07:48 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 3,360
Posted By Ghostcode

Doing it yourself versus going to your local bike shop

After my group ride today, we had a little discussion debating the advantages and disadvantages of buying things online, doing it yourself side - versus going to your local bike shop for all your...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-20-10, 12:56 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,110
Posted By Ghostcode

I'm in the exact same shoes you are in cooleric,...

I'm in the exact same shoes you are in cooleric, same bike, same size, everything. I would not recommend upgrading to any breaks other then the DA7900 breaks, the shifters/levers are designed for...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-20-10, 08:01 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,209
Posted By Ghostcode

Expect 0 haggle room on a 2011 bike, that's just...

Expect 0 haggle room on a 2011 bike, that's just my personal experience on new bikes. I'm all for haggling, most will work with you on older model stuff if it's still on their floor. Buying a new...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-19-10, 02:22 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 597
Posted By Ghostcode

I'm still interested in what wheels might be best...

I'm still interested in what wheels might be best for my needs or interests.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-17-10, 08:19 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 597
Posted By Ghostcode

Researching some new wheels

I've been looking for some new wheels for a while, because it's really the last upgrade I would like to make to my bike (also most expensive) Whether it happens in the near future, or in months. I'm...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-17-10, 08:12 AM
Replies: 21,333
Views: 5,186,664
Posted By Ghostcode

Where is the best place to pick those up for some...

Where is the best place to pick those up for some DA7900 breaks? I need to buy a few pair.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-13-10, 08:38 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 374
Posted By Ghostcode

Performance Bikes Deals

I just picked up a pair of DA7900 breaks for 197 shipped (2 day shipping). Pretty much a steal if you ask me, just figured I'd share. They are offering 20% on just about everything, and use promo...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-10-10, 07:11 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 726
Posted By Ghostcode

Well the shop is in Lancaster (Where Floyd Landis...

Well the shop is in Lancaster (Where Floyd Landis bikes out of). The Lancaster area has a very large biking community, that's where the shops located. As far as what they have on stock, I think they...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-10-10, 03:09 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 726
Posted By Ghostcode

Are these brands good?

There is a bike shop near me that has a sponsored team, I went to check out their website and it was interesting what I came across.

Here is a list of the products/bikes they sell:

Bianchi...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-09-10, 10:12 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,093
Posted By Ghostcode

"It's not what you do, it's what you can prove in...

"It's not what you do, it's what you can prove in court"
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