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Forum: Road Cycling
03-13-24, 09:23 PM
Replies: 1,372
Views: 69,636
Posted By vtje

I switched to wax a while ago for all my...

I switched to wax a while ago for all my road/gravel/mtb bikes, absolutely love it!. Started with Candle Wax, switched to Silca after a while. A thought occurred to me - I have access to bunch of...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-05-24, 11:07 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,785
Posted By vtje

I have those on my gravel and would never buy...

I have those on my gravel and would never buy them again. They scrape bottles, not very easy in and out. I have Bontrager RXL (bought off of ebay for ~25 a piece) and they been great for ~5 years now.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-03-23, 10:03 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,121
Posted By vtje

I used both on road and mtb and IMHO Dynaplug is...

I used both on road and mtb and IMHO Dynaplug is a lot easier to use with more predictable/better results.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-02-23, 09:01 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,075
Posted By vtje

Nobody mentioned Novatec hubs yet? They are very...

Nobody mentioned Novatec hubs yet? They are very light, cheap and relatively reliable. I built countless wheelsets (road/gravel/mtb) on them and so far they been a lot more reliable than Shimano hubs...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-30-23, 10:48 AM
Replies: 1,372
Views: 69,636
Posted By vtje

Shimano 12 spd XT/Ultegra

Shimano 12 spd XT/Ultegra
Forum: Road Cycling
09-30-23, 10:34 AM
Replies: 1,372
Views: 69,636
Posted By vtje

I am a convert - turned to waxing all my/my...

I am a convert - turned to waxing all my/my wife's road/gravel chains - love it! However, speaking of MTB - I mostly ride my MTB in NorCal dry/dusty conditions, so thought waxing should work well for...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-27-23, 01:28 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,121
Posted By vtje

I been using Dynaplug (the cheap plastic one) for...

I been using Dynaplug (the cheap plastic one) for many years and many repairs, both road and mountain. The reason I used it so many times - my riding buddies like it so much, they use mine when they...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-19-23, 10:23 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 979
Posted By vtje

I live in a relatively hilly area, I ride Cervelo...

I live in a relatively hilly area, I ride Cervelo R3 with rim brakes, my wife rides Spechi Roubaix with discs, Love the simplicity of rim brakes, the bike is lighter as well. The discs on my wife...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-06-23, 08:42 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 603
Posted By vtje

I think this frame is a goner... I can pm you my...

I think this frame is a goner... I can pm you my shipping address :-)
But seriously, nail polish works great and easy to match - I once had a purple bike and I brought it to Walgreens nail section...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-10-23, 03:31 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 464
Posted By vtje

I built more than 10 sets of wheels on those rims...

I built more than 10 sets of wheels on those rims (from bikehubstore) for myself and my riding buddies, tens of thousand miles on them, amazing rims
Forum: Road Cycling
09-06-22, 05:08 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,688
Posted By vtje

Kinlin XR31T rims, laced to bitex hubs, sapim...

Kinlin XR31T rims, laced to bitex hubs, sapim laser spokes. Total wheelset weight just a hair under 1500g. IRC RBCC 25mm tyres.
I had PowerTap power meter at the time (it is broken now), compared...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-06-22, 02:35 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,688
Posted By vtje

For what it worth: I have 2017 Cervelo R3 with...

For what it worth: I have 2017 Cervelo R3 with Ultegra, upgrading from stock wheels to custom built wheels with tubeless gave me about 5-7% performance increase across the board.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-24-22, 11:04 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,491
Posted By vtje

Did you try to apply some soap water? Do you have...

Did you try to apply some soap water? Do you have access to a compressor? I second WhyFi here - tubeless are more hassle then they are worth if you don't ride them regularly.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-05-22, 03:18 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,215
Posted By vtje

Forgot to mention - I use stans syringe ...

Forgot to mention - I use stans syringe https://www.jensonusa.com/Stans-Notubes-Sealant-Injector-Syringe-2 to top up
Forum: Road Cycling
05-05-22, 03:16 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,215
Posted By vtje

My wife and I been riding road tubeless for 6...

My wife and I been riding road tubeless for 6 years now - what I do is about every 3 month I check sealant level by removing the core valve and sticking a bamboo skewer (or any thin stick) to measure...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-06-22, 01:19 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 817
Posted By vtje

Thank you, I will check it out!

Thank you, I will check it out!
Forum: Road Cycling
01-06-22, 10:44 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 817
Posted By vtje

Thanks guys, you are right, might be too quick to...

Thanks guys, you are right, might be too quick to judge, it is possible some oil residue. Anyways, heard a lot good things about Shwalbe, will try them.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-05-22, 12:40 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 817
Posted By vtje

Tubeless for wet conditions recommendation needed

Hi all, I been riding 25mm IRC RBCC tubeless for the last 5 years (on my 3rd set now) and was fairly happy with the traction and everything. However, was riding yesterday and took a nasty sleep in a...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-27-21, 08:44 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,788
Posted By vtje

Being living with chronic back pain and sciatica...

Being living with chronic back pain and sciatica for about 15 years now. Most of the time I can just "ride it off". Two things work for me: a good bike fit and stretching. I read/heard somewhere a...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-24-21, 11:55 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 28,285
Posted By vtje

I am trying to decide between Carbonda 696 and...

I am trying to decide between Carbonda 696 and Aspero as my +1 bike, do you feel Aspero is THAT much better? Any details? Thanks!
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-08-21, 10:04 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,886
Posted By vtje

Thanks a lot for all your suggestions, I think...

Thanks a lot for all your suggestions, I think riding mixed road/fireroad terrain is a primary use case for me here, followed by a commute (if we ever get so lucky to go back to the office!) and...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-08-21, 12:40 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,886
Posted By vtje

How much of gravel bike do I need?

A little of a background: I do both road and mountain biking, with the latter mostly being enduro/downhill. There are tons of fire roads around North Tahoe area, where I am planning to spend bunch of...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-20-21, 12:00 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,807
Posted By vtje

Getting about 25k on a big chainring, never had...

Getting about 25k on a big chainring, never had to replace a small one though.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-14-21, 09:39 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 7,136
Posted By vtje

:popcorn

:popcorn
Forum: Road Cycling
01-04-21, 09:18 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,331
Posted By vtje

I have done it several times before, no problem...

I have done it several times before, no problem whatsoever
Forum: Road Cycling
09-23-20, 09:33 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,424
Posted By vtje

Not to completely derail this conversation, but a...

Not to completely derail this conversation, but a couple of years ago I upgraded from mavic ksyrium elite wheels to a hand build tubeless wheelset. I did not have a power meter at the time to see my...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-06-20, 11:24 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,128
Posted By vtje

I did, unfortunately, seems like they don't...

I did, unfortunately, seems like they don't service Powertap anymore...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-06-20, 09:57 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,128
Posted By vtje

Powertap G3 broken connector - any way to solder it back?

Hi all, in a battery replacement accident, broke my powertap connector:
https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1840x2000/ptg3_ec814ec7c04bcab17d2959f5416b71ec4841b718.jpg

Is there...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-07-20, 10:20 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,131
Posted By vtje

PM vs HR calorie estimate aside, Apple Watch is...

PM vs HR calorie estimate aside, Apple Watch is complete garbage at tracking speed/distance/hr. On the same ride/hike we usually have 25% distance difference between 2-3 apple watches. Getting a...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-18-20, 12:31 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 13,771
Posted By vtje

Just ordered some parts from ChainReaction and...

Just ordered some parts from ChainReaction and got it within 3 days.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-18-19, 05:03 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 7,404
Posted By vtje

I have had a really bad fear of heights my whole...

I have had a really bad fear of heights my whole life. 4th-floor balcony terrifies me. Getting on a 4 feet ladder makes my legs shaking. However, I do tons of mountain biking (including downhill)...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-27-19, 09:55 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 7,775
Posted By vtje

Hi, out of curiosity, why do you replace rotors?...

Hi, out of curiosity, why do you replace rotors? I have been riding mountain bikes for a number of years and the only time I replaced a rotor on my DH rig is when it got bent. Thanks!
Forum: Road Cycling
01-15-19, 04:05 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,836
Posted By vtje

True, you did mention the bike in question price...

True, you did mention the bike in question price though, so I was referring to that
Forum: Road Cycling
01-15-19, 02:14 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,836
Posted By vtje

I have ridden both Sport r8 and Pro r10 level...

I have ridden both Sport r8 and Pro r10 level 2017 frames with exactly the same rest of the components and the difference are day and night.
I could not believe the difference in feel, stiffness...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-17-18, 12:43 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,155
Posted By vtje

In my experience (and I installed tens of...

In my experience (and I installed tens of tubeless, both mtb and road), soapy water is the key. I just mix a bit of dishwasher detergent with a water and add it to a spray bottle and spray it on both...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-10-18, 09:54 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 34,642
Posted By vtje

For what it worth, I live in a fairly hilly area...

For what it worth, I live in a fairly hilly area and my new Cervelo R3 came with 52/36 and I love it WAY better than 50/34 on my old bike (same cassette size). Almost non-noticable difference on...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-01-18, 07:09 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,818
Posted By vtje

Almost :-) my whole family rides - myself, wife...

Almost :-) my whole family rides - myself, wife and two teenage kids.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-30-18, 03:35 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,818
Posted By vtje

Silca chuck vs Hiro - any recommendation?

In the last several years I tried multiple different Lezyne chucks, e.g. quick release, angled, etc and they all equally suck. I often need to add air to 4 bikes (my family weekend bike ride) and...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-27-18, 11:13 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,513
Posted By vtje

Cannot believe nobody suggested Kinlin XR-31T....

Cannot believe nobody suggested Kinlin XR-31T. Crosses all your boxes - 31mm deep, 24mm wide, tubeless, very light. I built a number of wheels with them, both rim and disc and everybody loves them!
Forum: Road Cycling
11-22-18, 05:55 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,656
Posted By vtje

Don't know if that is a concern for you, but...

Don't know if that is a concern for you, but Archetype is not tubeless. I built a wheelset on Kinlin XR31T and could not be happier - very stiff and reasonably aero, while fairly light.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-17-18, 06:32 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,476
Posted By vtje

I am pretty sure it is very different now. Those...

I am pretty sure it is very different now. Those ladies got older to begin with....
Forum: Road Cycling
10-23-18, 08:58 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 615
Posted By vtje

IRC RBCC traction problem - tubeless alternatives?

Just wanted to share, installed tubeless IRC RBCC 25mm tires about 2000 miles ago and started noticing that the rear is losing traction under braking/turning much more easily than the Michelin Enduro...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-12-18, 09:05 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,575
Posted By vtje

Thanks, guys, it was a new build, so all the...

Thanks, guys, it was a new build, so all the components were brand new.
Now, if it makes any sense, I noticed on my other bike that the cable is attached to the derailleur bolt outside, instead of...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-11-18, 09:43 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,575
Posted By vtje

Switching SCS to non-SCS wheels - chainline?

Hi, I have 2016 Specialized Roubaix which came with SCS wheels. Switched to non-SCS wheelset and replaced derailleur hanger. That all works fine, but I noticed that shifting is now a bit labored, not...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-10-18, 06:41 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,226
Posted By vtje

Unless I am missing something, he is replacing...

Unless I am missing something, he is replacing rim break wheels with rim break wheels. How 135OLD (disc hub width) and it's chainline is relevant?
Forum: Road Cycling
10-10-18, 05:19 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,708
Posted By vtje

Thanks, guys, I fiddled with my fit using BFF...

Thanks, guys, I fiddled with my fit using BFF Elite app and turned saddle nose slightly upward, did a quick 30 miler last night and seems like there is much less weight on my arms, shoulder did not...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-10-18, 11:24 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,965
Posted By vtje

I used both, Orange seems to be easier, also less...

I used both, Orange seems to be easier, also less mess
Forum: Road Cycling
10-10-18, 10:11 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,226
Posted By vtje

The hub width is only different on Disc brake...

The hub width is only different on Disc brake equipped bike/wheels.
Since you have rim brakes, there is no difference, you will be able to switch your wheels back and forth. The only (minor) thing...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-09-18, 11:09 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,226
Posted By vtje

Disc or rim? What bike? Specialized used a...

Disc or rim? What bike? Specialized used a proprietary SCS hub on Roval wheels for their early disc bikes. You would need to replace a hanger if that is the case.
If those are rim wheels, you should...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-09-18, 09:17 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,708
Posted By vtje

I think you guys nailed it, the stack is about...

I think you guys nailed it, the stack is about 25mm lower on a new bike. Ironically, one of the requirements for the upgrade was to get a more aggressive position on the bike.
Thank you all, there...
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