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Forum: Road Cycling
05-12-14, 10:57 PM
Replies: 10,411
Views: 3,343,306
Posted By jetter

Here's my CAAD 10 w/ some Flo's ...

Here's my CAAD 10 w/ some Flo's
http://i.imgur.com/LbQDWJR.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
12-06-13, 01:51 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,496
Posted By jetter

Yup! Using Conti 4000s tires. From what everyone...

Yup! Using Conti 4000s tires. From what everyone has said, it sounds like I'll be using mine as a dedicated trainer tire. I'm going to put some shoe goo on it, so hopefully it wont be noticeable...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-05-13, 01:46 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,496
Posted By jetter

My trainer took a bite of my tire.

In an attempt to quiet the noise from my trainer this evening (3rd story apt), I decided to use my new Conti 4000s tire instead of my dedicated trainer wheel w/ crappy tire. Long story short, I...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-04-13, 02:11 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 792
Posted By jetter

How long have you been riding on your current...

How long have you been riding on your current wheels? How frequently? Don't upgrade unless you've been riding on them for awhile. You wont feel a difference. Wait till you're ready to spend $500+ for...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-21-13, 02:50 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 846
Posted By jetter

I use Shimano 105 SPD-SL pedals. They're great!...

I use Shimano 105 SPD-SL pedals. They're great! The platform is nice and big, the cleat has a reassuring click, they offer good float (stock yellow cleats), and the cleats themselves last a long...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-21-13, 02:46 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,188
Posted By jetter

First thing you need to tell us is....How much...

First thing you need to tell us is....How much are you trying to spend / How much does your friend expect you to spend?

Second - For the cassette, you should have your friend tell you what kind of...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-05-13, 03:07 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 9,158
Posted By jetter

I started a thread discussing these wheels about...

I started a thread discussing these wheels about a month ago. A lot of good info here (http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php/916824-Handmade-Clincher-Wheelset-Shootout?highlight=)

Here's what I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-03-13, 06:16 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,436
Posted By jetter

The housing is inserted as far as it will go. It...

The housing is inserted as far as it will go. It seems like the ferrule is a smaller diameter than the opening. I'm wondering if its ok to leave it like this, or do I need to get the correct diameter...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-03-13, 05:38 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,436
Posted By jetter

Brake cable and housing issues?

I recently replaced my stock Tektro brake calipers with Shimano 105's and I think there are some issues with the cable and housing.

First thing I noticed was the cable clamp on the Tektro's was...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-02-13, 10:59 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 10,539
Posted By jetter

So I was planning on getting the 105 calipers...

So I was planning on getting the 105 calipers from PBK w/ an extra 15% off halloween discount. They came out to $68.24, which was a really good deal, but I knew my local sporting goods shop would...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-01-13, 02:49 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 10,539
Posted By jetter

Hmm, are you riding on flats or hills as well?...

Hmm, are you riding on flats or hills as well? They do just fine on flats for me -- its only when I start going 30+ mph that they start feeling underpowered.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-01-13, 02:48 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 10,539
Posted By jetter

I have Shimano 105 STI levers. Basically...

I have Shimano 105 STI levers. Basically everything else on the bike is 105 except for the brakes and crankset (bb30)
Forum: Road Cycling
11-01-13, 02:31 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 10,539
Posted By jetter

Upgrading brake calipers...worth it?

I have a set of Tektro r580's that came with my bike, but even after swapping out the brake pads with some Koolstop Salmon's, they still leave a lot to be desired. Most of my rides are hilly and the...
Forum: Northern California
11-01-13, 01:40 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,940
Posted By jetter

I recommend calling up Rick Yu. Not sure if he'll...

I recommend calling up Rick Yu. Not sure if he'll go to Dublin, but he can meet you at your house. Here's more info:
...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-31-13, 06:27 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,751
Posted By jetter

I think I originally recommended the FSW wheels...

I think I originally recommended the FSW wheels for you in your bent rim thread. If you're now in the $500 range for wheels, I highly recommend considering the Flo 30's...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-28-13, 03:01 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,233
Posted By jetter

Need a new route? Check out Saturday heatmaps from Strava!

I discovered this really cool feature from Strava a couple months ago, and it's been a great resource for finding popular routes in your area. They gather all the gps tracks from riders and compile...
Forum: Northern California
10-28-13, 02:56 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,798
Posted By jetter

Thanks for the tips everyone! I've added a bunch...

Thanks for the tips everyone! I've added a bunch of these routes on my to-ride list.

My friends and I decided to try going out and back on Bolinas-Fairfax Rd, starting from Fairfax, then all the...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-28-13, 02:49 PM
Replies: 3,145
Views: 939,828
Posted By jetter

Lezyne Carbon bottle cages are on sale at...

Lezyne Carbon bottle cages are on sale at TheClymb for $24.50. Use code [GETADEAL30] at checkout
Forum: Road Cycling
10-28-13, 12:20 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,250
Posted By jetter

cx ray and laser spokes are the identical. cx...

cx ray and laser spokes are the identical. cx ray's are just bladed, so they have a slightly less drag. I think it only equates to a 1watt increase. November wrote a good article about this:...
Forum: Northern California
10-22-13, 02:58 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,798
Posted By jetter

Best Descents in the Bay Area

Hey guys,

A friend and I plan to go on a 30-50mile ride this weekend. We're trying to find a loop that we haven't done before. We live in Oakland/Berkeley so we've done all the descents near there...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-22-13, 02:49 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,250
Posted By jetter

Go big or go home! Get these and call it a day ...

Go big or go home! Get these and call it a day

http://www.novemberbicycles.com/fsw-23/?openstorepage=product_det:164929
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-21-13, 03:41 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,136
Posted By jetter

Ok, thanks! It seemed like an obvious answer, but...

Ok, thanks! It seemed like an obvious answer, but just wanted to make sure I wasn't overlooking anything.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-21-13, 03:40 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,136
Posted By jetter

Ok, you're right. I do have a 9 speed derailleur....

Ok, you're right. I do have a 9 speed derailleur. I remember that being an issue.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-21-13, 03:22 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,136
Posted By jetter

Using two different cassettes on road bike w/ mtb rear derailleur

I recently replaced the 12-27 cassette on my road bike, with an 11-34 mtb cassette. I also had to swap out my rear derailleur with a 10speed Deore MTB rear derailleur w/ long cage to fit the larger...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-15-13, 02:47 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 998
Posted By jetter

Yup. I have a '13 CAAD 10 105 as well, and the...

Yup. I have a '13 CAAD 10 105 as well, and the tires do suck. I know it's about to be winter, but I went ahead and got some Conti GP4000s that I'm gonna use once my new wheels arrive.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-15-13, 02:45 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 10,413
Posted By jetter

Congratulations! I don't regret buying the FLO's,...

Congratulations! I don't regret buying the FLO's, but the decision between them and the FSW23's was really really close. Post pics when you get them!
Forum: Road Cycling
10-15-13, 02:39 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 998
Posted By jetter

Yup! I spent wayyyy too much time researching a...

Yup! I spent wayyyy too much time researching a replacement wheelset for my caad 10, and ended up getting the FLO 30's.

You can read more about it here:...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-14-13, 11:36 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,020
Posted By jetter

I have a light that burns the retinas of all who...

I have a light that burns the retinas of all who dare gaze upon me.....


For $40 bucks, you can get a light that is as bright as a MagicShine (costs 3x as much). I originally just had the...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-14-13, 10:25 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 998
Posted By jetter

I just bought these... ...

I just bought these...

http://www.flocycling.com/wheels_rear_flo_30.php
Forum: Road Cycling
10-14-13, 05:45 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,427
Posted By jetter

I've ridden the 2013 Trek Madone 2.1, and I can...

I've ridden the 2013 Trek Madone 2.1, and I can say its a definite steal, especially if you can get a clearance price on it. It's got a triple crankset, which is great if you plan on attacking some...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-14-13, 05:37 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 998
Posted By jetter

I wouldn't upgrade the wheels unless you're...

I wouldn't upgrade the wheels unless you're prepared to spend at least $400-$600 on a wheelset. For $250, you're not going to feel any noticeable difference over the wheels you have now. If you just...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-11-13, 01:53 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 10,413
Posted By jetter

I kept going back and forth on the FSW23's at...

I kept going back and forth on the FSW23's at clearance price. Definitely a really really good deal. However, for an extra $37 per wheel, I could get the CX Ray spokes and a (IMO) better rim that's...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-11-13, 01:46 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 10,413
Posted By jetter

Yeah, if the spokes were black, it would have...

Yeah, if the spokes were black, it would have been a no brainer. I can see why they don't offer it though; the black ones are more expensive and they probably couldn't reach their price point of...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-11-13, 12:20 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 10,413
Posted By jetter

OP here. So less than 24 hours after...

OP here.

So less than 24 hours after canceling my order for FLO 30's, I'm putting in my order AGAIN. I was so sure that I wanted to go full custom (White Industries hubs, Pacenti sl23 rims, CX ray...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-10-13, 05:56 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 8,797
Posted By jetter

Those wheels are intriguing but they're suuuper...

Those wheels are intriguing but they're suuuper heavy at over 1800g....hmm, I guess there's no getting out of spending good money on carbon clinchers....
Forum: Road Cycling
10-10-13, 02:56 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 8,797
Posted By jetter

Wow, that's exactly what I want. Unfortunately it...

Wow, that's exactly what I want. Unfortunately it retails for $2000. I was thinking of something in the <$1000 range.

EDIT: I was looking at the Dura Ace version. Can't seem to find any info on...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-10-13, 02:28 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 8,797
Posted By jetter

Man, I would LOVE to get a set of Carbon...

Man, I would LOVE to get a set of Carbon clinchers, but a lot of my rides are fast descents, and I'm not experienced enough to let off the brakes as much as I'd like. I tried looking for a good set...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-10-13, 02:26 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 8,797
Posted By jetter

Yeah, I'm not a fan of the black anodized brake...

Yeah, I'm not a fan of the black anodized brake track. Unless you live in the desert like the FLO guys, it'll come off in 10mins in the rain or look half worn for a really long time.

After HOURS...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-09-13, 04:02 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 8,797
Posted By jetter

HOOPS Elite Kinlin 279 vs FLO 30 Wheelset

I've narrowed down my choice for a new training wheelset between these two options:

-FLO 30
http://www.flocycling.com/store/index.php

-HOOPS 2328 Elite Kinlin 279 Wheelset...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-07-13, 03:50 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 10,413
Posted By jetter

So, I just purchased the FLO 30's. They have...

So, I just purchased the FLO 30's. They have everything I'm looking for in a wheel. They can be used as an "everyday wheelset", wide rim width, CX ray spokes, and right on budget at $500 for the set....
Forum: Road Cycling
10-07-13, 03:01 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 10,413
Posted By jetter

Thanks for all the feedback, guys! It seems like...

Thanks for all the feedback, guys! It seems like most of you recommend either Boyd or November. I originally was leaning towards Neuvation since they're in-state and pretty close to where I live, but...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-07-13, 12:34 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 10,413
Posted By jetter

Handmade Clincher Wheelset Shootout

I have Shimano RS10's that came stock on my '13 CAAD10 105 that I'm looking to replace. Most of my rides are hilly climbs around 2000ft with snaky descents. I weigh 175lbs and I plan to use the new...
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