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Forum: Road Cycling
08-05-16, 09:38 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 32,321
Posted By CarbonPothole

Wait for the 2017 Roubaix. LBS was invited to...

Wait for the 2017 Roubaix. LBS was invited to Specialized (they're a destination bike shop and sell a lot of custom, and higher end model Specialized gear) for a week of riding, demos, product...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-05-16, 06:28 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,822
Posted By CarbonPothole

I do, thanks. As for the tube, if I sell the bike...

I do, thanks. As for the tube, if I sell the bike the next owner may not want it almost slammed. I actually had the spacers reversed recently due to increased flexibility.



Thanks! Appreciate...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-04-16, 09:05 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,822
Posted By CarbonPothole

New Wheels! Roval Rapide CLX 64 Disc

Decided since the bike was going in to get a new rear deraileur shifter cable that snapped put on, it'd be a good time for a wheel upgrade. I did a lot of research on which ones to go with, and...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-01-16, 05:20 AM
Replies: 219
Views: 40,304
Posted By CarbonPothole

Old thread, but I must say, I hate the Chinese...

Old thread, but I must say, I hate the Chinese market. With a passion. Look at the car industry, especially the aftermarket. A lot of aftermarket car companies, like HKS, for example, pulled out of...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-04-16, 11:39 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,314
Posted By CarbonPothole

I fly a private jet. Space is crucial, and won't...

I fly a private jet. Space is crucial, and won't fit on our plane. Plus, I don't want to have to check a bag every time I leave. That would get old quick. I'm gone 18 days a month.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-04-16, 08:55 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,314
Posted By CarbonPothole

Preemptive sorry for quoting the whole thing, but...

Preemptive sorry for quoting the whole thing, but there's plenty of good points in here. I do have occasional lower back pain, which I know indicates to me not being as flexible as I should be. Also,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-03-16, 08:33 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,314
Posted By CarbonPothole

Yeah, it's definitely the sit bones. Standing...

Yeah, it's definitely the sit bones. Standing while riding, yeah I don't because the TrainerRoad app with my Kickr makes me forget to do so.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-03-16, 08:09 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,314
Posted By CarbonPothole

Bike seat, or not used to riding?

So, I have a big goal that I'm currently working on, which is training for an Ironman triathlon in 2017 in Tempe, AZ. My question is, I've been working on my general flexibility, and specifically...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-28-15, 10:52 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 4,423
Posted By CarbonPothole

I have the original Specialized turbo slicks on...

I have the original Specialized turbo slicks on my Roubaix and they're not bad below about 20mph straight line, and downhill, but I felt the back end on wet leaves kick out a little around 10-12mph...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-19-15, 06:18 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,878
Posted By CarbonPothole

Depends where you live, but overall, Castelli...

Depends where you live, but overall, Castelli Nanoflex arm and knee warmers. I'm not a big leg warmer fan as that's what bib tights are for, but to each their own.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-16-15, 09:19 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 6,273
Posted By CarbonPothole

tailwind man. See above post. Stop getting so...

tailwind man. See above post. Stop getting so butt hurt. It's the int3rw3bs...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-16-15, 09:18 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 6,273
Posted By CarbonPothole

Lol I know. I was waiting for someone to say it....

Lol I know. I was waiting for someone to say it. I had a nice 12-15mph tailwind. I can really do about 23-25 no wind, flat ground, truth be told.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-16-15, 07:49 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 6,273
Posted By CarbonPothole

I'd rather ride for a long period of time having...

I'd rather ride for a long period of time having fun, than ride for a short distance suffering every mile of the way. When you want to push it, do it. When you want to enjoy the surroundings, do that...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-16-15, 07:42 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 6,273
Posted By CarbonPothole

It's 3-4 miles...... Not 30-40. Big ring, dig...

It's 3-4 miles...... Not 30-40. Big ring, dig deep and go for the gusto. Not hard when you put in true maximum effort.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-14-15, 07:40 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 6,273
Posted By CarbonPothole

you may or may not squeak out a 1-2mph...

you may or may not squeak out a 1-2mph difference, but dropping weight if you have any excess (on you not the bike), and overall conditioning will make a much bigger and far cheaper improvement on...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-14-15, 07:37 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 6,273
Posted By CarbonPothole

All out sprint on a flat road, 32-35mph for 3-4...

All out sprint on a flat road, 32-35mph for 3-4 miles. On a 50 mile bike ride, no headwinds and small 50-60ft "hills", my compter says 16-18, but it doesn't include long stop lights like we have here...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-10-15, 11:03 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,892
Posted By CarbonPothole

Wahoo Kickr is awesome. But, if you don't want...

Wahoo Kickr is awesome. But, if you don't want all the technology and stuff, CycleOps Supermagneto.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-28-15, 05:38 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,834
Posted By CarbonPothole

:roflmao2: last 2 posts.

:roflmao2: last 2 posts.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-28-15, 12:36 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,834
Posted By CarbonPothole

You could just be out of shape, too. Your lactic...

You could just be out of shape, too. Your lactic acid level spikes quickly which is what makes your legs feel the burn much quicker. 3 things that I've noticed personally help this... Ride more...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-27-15, 04:29 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,844
Posted By CarbonPothole

Well, been flying the past 12 days, so haven't...

Well, been flying the past 12 days, so haven't cycled at all in that time, and work only gave me 5 days off, however, I laid down a nice 12 miles in 35 minutes (super pumped to ride; adrenaline), and...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-16-15, 05:02 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 18,728
Posted By CarbonPothole

Buy a bike that fits your geometry, and for the...

Buy a bike that fits your geometry, and for the frame. You can always upgrade components, but you can't upgrade a frame until it's time for a new bike. I love my Specialized Roubaix SL4 Comp Disc....
Forum: Great Lakes
09-16-15, 04:36 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,868
Posted By CarbonPothole

Highway 61 north after Lacrosse towards Red Wing,...

Highway 61 north after Lacrosse towards Red Wing, MN/Bay City, WI.
Forum: Introductions
09-16-15, 04:29 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 554
Posted By CarbonPothole

They have some good routes. I can follow the bike...

They have some good routes. I can follow the bike path from my house basically all the way east to Westmint on Cass Ave and back. That's about 35 miles round trip. It's a nice ride, nice short or...
Forum: Introductions
09-16-15, 04:09 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 554
Posted By CarbonPothole

Welcome! I'm in the Naperville, IL area. Used to...

Welcome! I'm in the Naperville, IL area. Used to live in Schaumburg, right across and a few blocks down from the Motorola facility off Algonquin RD. Happy trails!
Forum: Road Cycling
09-13-15, 09:10 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 4,081
Posted By CarbonPothole

GCN (Global Cycling Network) has one on their...

GCN (Global Cycling Network) has one on their YouTube channel.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-05-15, 07:17 AM
Replies: 21,340
Views: 5,208,761
Posted By CarbonPothole

Sport Legs, if that counts.... Otherwise, Light &...

Sport Legs, if that counts.... Otherwise, Light & Motion 650 Commuter combo. Next month will be the CycleOps SuperMagneto Pro w/training kit.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-03-15, 06:28 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,428
Posted By CarbonPothole

AeroTech Designs can do custom stuff.

AeroTech Designs can do custom stuff.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-03-15, 06:25 AM
Replies: 106
Views: 10,990
Posted By CarbonPothole

I used to play in a men's league for hockey when...

I used to play in a men's league for hockey when I was flight instructing, then I blew out my meniscus, ACL, and MCL, and left that all together when I got my current job flying a private jet and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-02-15, 05:42 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,174
Posted By CarbonPothole

SeaSucker.

SeaSucker.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-25-15, 11:26 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 934
Posted By CarbonPothole

London guy pushes cyclist into oncoming traffic...

Words couldn't describe my fury... :mad: Watch: Man pushes London cyclist into path of oncoming traffic (video) - Cycling Weekly...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-25-15, 11:20 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 4,911
Posted By CarbonPothole

Only one way to find out. Put them on, and go for...

Only one way to find out. Put them on, and go for a ride. I can't say yes/no over the interwebz.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-25-15, 11:13 AM
Replies: 95
Views: 6,000
Posted By CarbonPothole

I said properly FITTING, not 4" of PADDING. If 0...

I said properly FITTING, not 4" of PADDING. If 0 padding and properly fitting bibs or shorts fit, then have fun. If padded shorts or bibs that properly fit work for ya, then have fun. If they don't...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-25-15, 10:39 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 936
Posted By CarbonPothole

I'm no pro, but doesn't your flexibility and core...

I'm no pro, but doesn't your flexibility and core stability and strength have to do with lower back pain. Not discounting the stem lowering, just throwing out all the possible variables.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-25-15, 10:35 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 4,911
Posted By CarbonPothole

dangit. Yeah, it was late when I responded. 50%...

dangit. Yeah, it was late when I responded. 50% saddle, 50% shorts/bibs. I'll edit it. Thanks. However, I didn't include riding position because O figured it was kind of a given. I guess over the...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-24-15, 10:20 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 4,911
Posted By CarbonPothole

(50% is the saddle, 50% is a pair of properly...

(50% is the saddle, 50% is a pair of properly fitting riding shorts. I found out the hard way that buying riding shorts isn't just buy a pair online based off waist size and call it good. Your lbs...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-24-15, 10:07 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 14,305
Posted By CarbonPothole

Interesting. So, example... When I bought my...

Interesting. So, example... When I bought my Roubaix SL4 I also got Ultegra SPD-SL pedals, a basic Specialized computer, under seat bag, etc... All the stuff that required install they didn't charge...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-21-15, 11:11 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 9,793
Posted By CarbonPothole

Yes. I know. I don't wear undies. I've read and...

Yes. I know. I don't wear undies. I've read and been told that plenty of times before I got heavy into cycling. You took that way too literal. I don't wear both shorts AND bibs, I'm saying I prefer...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-21-15, 04:47 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 9,793
Posted By CarbonPothole

will do. Thanks. This is my first pair of bibs....

will do. Thanks. This is my first pair of bibs. They're comfy, and I like them over shorts, just trying to figure out the size thing. I'll go to the LBS tomorrow and get the appropriate size. Thanks.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-21-15, 01:58 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 9,793
Posted By CarbonPothole

I bought the medium because based off the site,...

I bought the medium because based off the site, that's the size that fit. I wear a size 33 jean and the medium is 32-34. Large is 36-38.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-21-15, 08:45 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 9,793
Posted By CarbonPothole

Wide sit bones and bib shorts...

Hey everyone,

So, I've been riding in a pair of AeroTech Designs Summer Shadow bibs; size Medium in hi-viz yellow. I'm 6'0 215lbs, mostly muscle. The bibs fit fine size wise, and don't slide...
Forum: Introductions
08-18-15, 08:35 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 543
Posted By CarbonPothole

Lockport, IL huh? I'm in Lisle, about 20 minutes...

Lockport, IL huh? I'm in Lisle, about 20 minutes north. Welcome.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-17-15, 05:57 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 3,598
Posted By CarbonPothole

Dude shut up. You've successfully become "that...

Dude shut up. You've successfully become "that ******" on the forums. If you have nothing constructive to post, just be quiet.

Anyway, back to the thread... Our group rides don't care, nor will...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-17-15, 05:49 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 3,598
Posted By CarbonPothole

What's? I'm far from a noob as you say, and...

What's? I'm far from a noob as you say, and prefer disc over rim. Plus, they look cooler IMO. I've had disc since, well, longer than you probably are old.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-16-15, 07:42 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 7,795
Posted By CarbonPothole

Nice man. I have anRoibaix SL4 as well. First...

Nice man. I have anRoibaix SL4 as well. First carbon bike, 6'0", 215lbs from working out mostly, 59cm frame, Ultegra SPD-SL pedals, and love it. I have the graphite/yellow color scheme with matching...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-13-15, 11:13 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 25,449
Posted By CarbonPothole

Upgrade list: 1.) @$$ 2 seat 2.) click in and...

Upgrade list: 1.) @$$ 2 seat 2.) click in and ride. 3.) ride longer. 4.) ride further than the first 2x. 5.) repeat until you are pro level status. 6.) upgrade whatever you want.

P.S. Just enjoy...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-31-15, 05:27 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,882
Posted By CarbonPothole

Aero Tech Design Gel Padded ATD Touring shorts...

Aero Tech Design Gel Padded ATD Touring shorts with Innovative Mesh Pockets. Gel cycling shorts, bike shorts with side pockets - Black on Yellow...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-31-15, 05:20 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,826
Posted By CarbonPothole

I don't use a bike lock on a $4,000 carbon road...

I don't use a bike lock on a $4,000 carbon road bike because I never get off of it, and if I do, someone else is next to it to watch it.

As for water bottles, I just bought, and love the...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-31-15, 05:17 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,786
Posted By CarbonPothole

Specialized Crosstrail is nice, but I love the...

Specialized Crosstrail is nice, but I love the Specialized Diverge.

However, take this piece of advice to heart. Forget what components a bike has. Buy a bike because of the frame, and geometry....
Forum: Introductions
07-28-15, 02:04 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 239
Posted By CarbonPothole

Welcome! I'm in Lisle, IL. If you need help PM...

Welcome! I'm in Lisle, IL. If you need help PM me. :-)
Forum: Introductions
07-24-15, 05:58 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 349
Posted By CarbonPothole

Welcome to BF.net! Good to see another IlL...

Welcome to BF.net! Good to see another IlL resident. :-)
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