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Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
06-04-15, 11:18 AM
Replies: 3,036
Views: 361,593
Posted By Smiziley

All that "communicating". Go harder and...

All that "communicating". Go harder and communicate less.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-22-14, 07:25 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 8,740
Posted By Smiziley

I've been racing on the Nashbar branded 10 speed...

I've been racing on the Nashbar branded 10 speed Microshift version for the past 2 seasons. Have close to 10,000 miles on the shifters and front derailleur. I've replaced the rear derailleur, it got...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-20-13, 06:24 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 3,713
Posted By Smiziley

Defected?! More like supplemented. Mtb and...

Defected?! More like supplemented.

Mtb and CX are great ways to improve handling skills and otherwise explore terrain and trails that you'd likely not go on. If you have solid fitness from road...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-10-13, 11:47 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,148
Posted By Smiziley

Yep, which is why I'm going to be running that...

Yep, which is why I'm going to be running that for cross next year. Nice wide rim to spread out a 33c tire.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-10-13, 06:34 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,148
Posted By Smiziley

My recollection is that the A23 is a pretty wide...

My recollection is that the A23 is a pretty wide rim intended for tires with a wider profile. Why don't you just go to 25's or even 28's? Barring fork/frame clearance I don't think it'll be a big...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-08-13, 04:20 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,483
Posted By Smiziley

The derailleur is bent. Same symptoms happened...

The derailleur is bent. Same symptoms happened on my road bike. When you remove it, remove the jockey wheel retainers and see if one or both don't lay flat on the ground.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-07-13, 02:35 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 26,444
Posted By Smiziley

I too am looking for a new frame and that came...

I too am looking for a new frame and that came across. Too expensive for me, good luck on it.

I've been looking at the Soma Double Cross vs Surly CrossCheck, how have you liked it for racing?
Forum: Cyclocross Racing
11-06-13, 06:23 AM
Replies: 607
Views: 172,612
Posted By Smiziley

Racing cross on my mtb this year, switched out...

Racing cross on my mtb this year, switched out the front suspension for a rigid fork. The 22 tooth chainring comes in handy sometimes:

http://i.imgur.com/ynPufdvl.jpg (http://imgur.com/ynPufdv)
...
Forum: Cyclocross Racing
11-06-13, 06:14 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,137
Posted By Smiziley

Nice finish considering the extra time. If you...

Nice finish considering the extra time. If you do well on the straights (like you said in the video) then you should really improve on your technical skills. The slop pointed out in the video was...
Forum: Cyclocross Racing
09-30-13, 05:56 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,307
Posted By Smiziley

I'm not sure you can really ease off or recover...

I'm not sure you can really ease off or recover without getting passed unless you find yourself alone. I usually try to go ape on the first lap and then keep it at upper Zone 4 after. If I've got a...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-21-13, 06:29 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,025
Posted By Smiziley

The frame will be fine. As long as it has the...

The frame will be fine. As long as it has the tabs to accept disc calipers and has the right spacing (what 135mm?) to accept rotors, the frame doesn't know the difference between mechanical linkage...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
09-01-13, 09:13 AM
Replies: 3,036
Views: 361,593
Posted By Smiziley

Not fretting. I purposely start in the back and...

Not fretting. I purposely start in the back and slacked for awhile in this race before I realized I was starting to get yo-yo'd. In this race there's always a lull in certain spots, so I don't try...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
08-31-13, 05:59 AM
Replies: 3,036
Views: 361,593
Posted By Smiziley

Ok here's my contribution. Weekly training crit,...

Ok here's my contribution. Weekly training crit, 20 laps. This week they gave the women a 1 min head start. I think the peloton caught them by lap 8. Started raining halfway through the race, from...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-09-13, 11:29 AM
Replies: 21,339
Views: 5,199,775
Posted By Smiziley

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/P/B005GLFSYQ.0...

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/P/B005GLFSYQ.01-ATVPDKIKX0DER._SL500_AA120_.jpg.01-1._SL110_SCLZZZZZZZ_.jpg

Took a risk, company closed up shop last week. I'm expecting the product to be...
Forum: Southeast
06-27-13, 11:26 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,029
Posted By Smiziley

Me three. Road and mtb, ask away.

Me three. Road and mtb, ask away.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-12-13, 03:59 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 29,979
Posted By Smiziley

False http://i.imgur.com/GWaM5rKl.jpg

False

http://i.imgur.com/GWaM5rKl.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
06-07-13, 12:44 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,225
Posted By Smiziley

Stan lives in a different environment than the...

Stan lives in a different environment than the PNW. I shelve all my wool shirts in the summer here too, except for the socks. It's just not practical in the South East to wear clothes that help...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-07-13, 07:33 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 5,744
Posted By Smiziley

Grape Juice

Grape Juice
Forum: Road Cycling
06-05-13, 12:41 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 7,629
Posted By Smiziley

Every day Gerry posts is the greatest of days.

Every day Gerry posts is the greatest of days.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-04-13, 01:45 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 5,729
Posted By Smiziley

Deer, dogs, cats, snakes (non-poisonous so far),...

Deer, dogs, cats, snakes (non-poisonous so far), racoons, opossums, chickens and a peacock.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-13, 10:25 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 7,110
Posted By Smiziley

Pro-Tip: Remove stickers.

Pro-Tip: Remove stickers.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-13, 07:30 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,456
Posted By Smiziley

The best solution is the correct tool for the...

The best solution is the correct tool for the job, which the iPhone isn't. It's a good tool, but a Garmin is better.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-17-13, 08:54 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,582
Posted By Smiziley

The only difference is when that baby hits 88 mph...

The only difference is when that baby hits 88 mph you're going to see some serious ****.
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
05-16-13, 11:36 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,565
Posted By Smiziley

Quick! Everyone back to wool!!

Quick! Everyone back to wool!!
Forum: Road Cycling
05-16-13, 05:47 AM
Replies: 145
Views: 13,180
Posted By Smiziley

Very, just like that thread where the dude got...

Very, just like that thread where the dude got the pink wheels.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-15-13, 06:20 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 10,750
Posted By Smiziley

Got a new frame recently but kept all the old...

Got a new frame recently but kept all the old bits. Nashbar Touring frame with panniers and 7 year old Sora brifters that are still shifting great! 6 mile commute each way, every day.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-14-13, 09:06 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 9,348
Posted By Smiziley

I use both. Cateye on the bike for live data and...

I use both. Cateye on the bike for live data and Strava for backup so I don't have to write anything down.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-13-13, 09:42 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 842
Posted By Smiziley

So did anyone else think those brownies were...

So did anyone else think those brownies were amazing? I could definitely do those again.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-13-13, 06:46 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,541
Posted By Smiziley

I've got a set of them. I'd say the video is...

I've got a set of them. I'd say the video is pretty accurate, but I wouldn't recommend the wheelset. It's been great for me, but the only shortcoming is that if you break a spoke, you have to get...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-13-13, 06:01 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 921
Posted By Smiziley

Was it that Food Lion semi near Charles City...

Was it that Food Lion semi near Charles City Courthouse around 10:30?

I heard sirens and got passed by an ambulance and firetruck closer to 1.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-12-13, 10:48 AM
Replies: 21,339
Views: 5,199,775
Posted By Smiziley

I'm looking at getting the same kit in Blue,...

I'm looking at getting the same kit in Blue, please post again when you receive it! I've seen from the GP4000s special that PBK can take forever.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-10-13, 07:05 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,885
Posted By Smiziley

Same, not worth the frustration.

Same, not worth the frustration.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-08-13, 10:20 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,056
Posted By Smiziley

The Arsis is closer to 7800. ...

The Arsis is closer to 7800.
http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php/881428-size-shape-of-Microshift-brake-shift-levers-roomy-hand-area
Forum: Road Cycling
05-07-13, 01:37 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 810
Posted By Smiziley

I have both of these, they've done fine for me. ...

I have both of these, they've done fine for me. Don't forget to practice unclipping before you stop for the first time on the street!
Forum: Road Cycling
05-07-13, 06:06 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,056
Posted By Smiziley

So your friend crashed because of the Microshift...

So your friend crashed because of the Microshift stuff?

I like mine, but I don't expect much out of them. Have the brifters and rear derailleur on my race bike. They shift when I shift and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-06-13, 12:00 PM
Replies: 147
Views: 9,348
Posted By Smiziley

His company went out of business almost 4 years...

His company went out of business almost 4 years ago. That is a fact, look it up http://www.buell.com/en_US/home.html
Forum: Road Cycling
05-01-13, 06:21 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 4,754
Posted By Smiziley

Agreed. Lots of advice here from places that...

Agreed. Lots of advice here from places that don't have humidity...and really doesn't apply in the South where 30C is a cool summer day. My mantra is the less the better.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-30-13, 02:17 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 6,655
Posted By Smiziley

Decreasing radius. Everyone enters fast and...

Decreasing radius. Everyone enters fast and realizes halfway through that the turn is too tight. Most motorcyclists either a) let off the gas or b) hit the brakes. Both of which cause accidents.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-30-13, 01:01 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,341
Posted By Smiziley

Did it all winter. MagicShine 808 front light and...

Did it all winter. MagicShine 808 front light and Planet Bike SuperFlash out back.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-30-13, 09:29 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 4,159
Posted By Smiziley

Size experts without any data. This forum is...

Size experts without any data. This forum is awesome. 5'9" and you should be riding a 48 cm with your butt 12" above the seat tube and a slammed stem.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-30-13, 06:41 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 4,818
Posted By Smiziley

Possibly. You have to get your butt off the...

Possibly. You have to get your butt off the saddle. You can lean all you want, but if your hips are planted on the saddle it won't affect your Center of Gravity. Play around with getting off the...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-29-13, 08:32 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 4,818
Posted By Smiziley

If you lowsided you probably leaned the bike too...

If you lowsided you probably leaned the bike too much and ran out of traction. Lean the bike less or hit the corner slower.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-25-13, 12:07 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,448
Posted By Smiziley

Maybe..http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php/87...

Maybe..http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php/876232-GP4000s-at-PBK-time-to-buy!/page6
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-25-13, 10:02 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,802
Posted By Smiziley

Maybe I should have specified, RUBBER mallet. ...

Maybe I should have specified, RUBBER mallet. Sorry to hear that. At least now you can have the shop show you how to get at the pawls.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
04-23-13, 05:56 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 3,371
Posted By Smiziley

And I was just thinking bikeforums needs an app

And I was just thinking bikeforums needs an app
Forum: Road Cycling
04-22-13, 08:29 AM
Replies: 124
Views: 6,979
Posted By Smiziley

Better play it safe and go with Di2. Sure it...

Better play it safe and go with Di2. Sure it costs a little bit more, but you'll be shifting with the speed of light instead of those industrial revolution "tech" cables. If you're serious, a 21st...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-22-13, 07:47 AM
Replies: 124
Views: 6,979
Posted By Smiziley

Did you get either a Dura-Ace or Red groupset? ...

Did you get either a Dura-Ace or Red groupset? If not that may be your problem...Throwing money at it will solve it, definitely.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-19-13, 11:40 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,802
Posted By Smiziley

You don't have to unscrew anything. Just tap the...

You don't have to unscrew anything. Just tap the edges with a mallet or something, and give it a couple of really strong pulls. It'll pop off, the first time is always the hardest.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-19-13, 06:50 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,410
Posted By Smiziley

Good point. I change my previous comments to the...

Good point. I change my previous comments to the following: Buy SRAM Red or cheap out and resign yourself to the socially tolerable Ultegra.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-15-13, 11:47 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,994
Posted By Smiziley

Is the VBF unable to use google? Step it up guys:...

Is the VBF unable to use google? Step it up guys: http://lmgtfy.com/?q=storming+of+thunder+ridge+2013
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