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Forum: Road Cycling
08-11-20, 09:40 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,005
Posted By xbartx

I hope to continue with CX, our upcoming season...

I hope to continue with CX, our upcoming season was cancelled so it might be awhile and at 63 years of age not sure how many seasons I might have.

I did decide to a least give them a try with road...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-09-20, 03:42 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,005
Posted By xbartx

My bike has both types of rims and yes I have...

My bike has both types of rims and yes I have used the tubular wheel with CX tires for a race and a couple practice sessions. The tubular tires currently mounted are not suitable for the road and...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-09-20, 03:22 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,005
Posted By xbartx

I think the ones I have maybe a newer model...

I think the ones I have maybe a newer model R9170. Being tubular might also have a more limited market.
Here is a picture of what I have.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-09-20, 03:06 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,005
Posted By xbartx

I keep going back and forth in my thinking on...

I keep going back and forth in my thinking on this one. I was very hesitant to try tubeless at first and now think they are great and I'm wondering if the same might be true with tubulars.
I guess...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-07-20, 10:31 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,005
Posted By xbartx

Tubular advise needed

I bought a used bike which came with a set of Dura Ace tubular carbon wheels, I think the latest version of C40s. Previously the bike was someones CX bike and the tubular wheels have CX tubulars...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-03-20, 08:45 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,877
Posted By xbartx

Okay, I didn't make the connection that TL meant...

Okay, I didn't make the connection that TL meant tubeless
I'm a bit new to tubeless tires and I can't tell if I'm looking at the same tire just described different or it might be a different...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-03-20, 07:06 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,877
Posted By xbartx

Schwalbe G-One Speed question

Are these tubeless ready? I don't see anywhere in the ad saying that it. Seems like a good price....
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-09-20, 04:25 PM
Replies: 1,982
Views: 439,065
Posted By xbartx

I did 49 miles today and I came across something...

I did 49 miles today and I came across something I don't often see around here.
A lot of other breeds are common but not to many longhorns.
...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-15-20, 05:43 PM
Replies: 1,982
Views: 439,065
Posted By xbartx

26 miles of single track on the Sterling Mine...

26 miles of single track on the Sterling Mine Ditch Trail in So. Oregon
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Forum: Cyclocross Racing
12-03-19, 05:01 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,400
Posted By xbartx

Thanks for all of the replies. I went ahead and...

Thanks for all of the replies.
I went ahead and ordered a set of wheels just to train on. I have a brand new pair of WTB cross wolf 700 x 32 tires that I got for next to nothing that I can start off...
Forum: Cyclocross Racing
11-26-19, 09:27 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,400
Posted By xbartx

I have heard this brand recommend before, any...

I have heard this brand recommend before, any thoughts on these being a good set for my needs?
HUNT 4 SEASON GRAVEL DISC WHEELSET...
Forum: Cyclocross Racing
11-25-19, 05:39 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,400
Posted By xbartx

Yes, I do need disc brake wheels. What are the...

Yes, I do need disc brake wheels. What are the major differences between a road and CX wheel?
Forum: Cyclocross Racing
11-25-19, 05:01 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,400
Posted By xbartx

Any suggestions on a set of training wheels in...

Any suggestions on a set of training wheels in the $400 range?
Forum: Cyclocross Racing
11-25-19, 05:00 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,400
Posted By xbartx

I did reach out to the seller and found out that...

I did reach out to the seller and found out that the tires were bought and put on over the summer by his LBS, so the glue and tires are less than a year old. I will start looking for a suitable set...
Forum: Cyclocross Racing
11-24-19, 10:10 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,400
Posted By xbartx

I watched a local cyclocross race and……

There was cyclocross race close by and I rode my bike out to watch. Looked like a ton of fun and something that I would love to try.
I spent a couple weeks doing a bit of research and bought a one...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-10-19, 12:07 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,371
Posted By xbartx

Just spent the yesterday at four different bike...

Just spent the yesterday at four different bike shops looking at different bikes. The Cannondale was a nice bike but didn't fit, they didn't have any other models in my size and it was the only one...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-09-19, 12:43 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,371
Posted By xbartx

Thanks for your reply. I feel my biggest problem...

Thanks for your reply. I feel my biggest problem is the lack of bikes available in my area to try. There a several small shops around, they just have very limited stock and I have only been able to...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-09-19, 11:37 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,371
Posted By xbartx

Buying a new bike - which direction to go?

I have been road biking for 5 years now and I’m looking at buying my first gravel bike.
I’m debating between a budget minded bike, the Cannondale Topstone 105 that I can buy new locally for $1400 or...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-18-19, 04:28 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,057
Posted By xbartx

As far as the 10 speed stuff being hard to find,...

As far as the 10 speed stuff being hard to find, the Shimano 105 instructions say I need to use the 10 speed super narrow chain and I'm having difficulty finding anyone who still carries that!
I'm...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-16-19, 03:09 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,057
Posted By xbartx

Thanks for all the replies! It sounds like...

Thanks for all the replies! It sounds like everyone agrees on a change to my rear cassette. I'll look into a 11/32 or 11/34.


What does everyone think about replacing the whole groupset to 11...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-15-19, 05:02 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,057
Posted By xbartx

When I look up the specs for the Shimano 105...

When I look up the specs for the Shimano 105 RD-5701 it does look like it could take up to a 32, I just didn't see a Shimano 10 speed 11/32 cassette anywhere.
The front crank is Sram and going on...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-15-19, 03:50 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,057
Posted By xbartx

Update advise sought

I’m looking for opinions on the possibly of upgrading my bike. Recently I rode in a couple events that involved a lot of climbing and on more than a few occasions, wishing I had another gear to shift...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-28-19, 01:12 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 643
Posted By xbartx

Andy, Thanks for your replies! I'm thinking...

Andy, Thanks for your replies!
I'm thinking that my bike doesn't have Shimano shifters and the trim function I see talked about. The only trim for the front derailleur that I was aware of is on...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-28-19, 11:42 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 643
Posted By xbartx

I have had this bike for 4 years and ride 3-5...

I have had this bike for 4 years and ride 3-5 days a week, 15-30 miles a ride. To be honest I hadn't been involved with the mechanics much other than replacing the chain a couple times and going...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-28-19, 10:46 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 643
Posted By xbartx

Yes, it is a 10 speed here is what I purchased-...

Yes, it is a 10 speed here is what I purchased- SHIMANO Ultegra CN-6701 Chain compatible with 10-speed drivetrains and the cassette is a-shimano cs-5700 105 10-speed
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-28-19, 10:34 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 643
Posted By xbartx

I did check the chain width and it is correct (...

I did check the chain width and it is correct ( it is a Shimano 10 sp chain) and I changed just the chainrings and did check the orientation. Would the chainrings or the trim have any effect on my...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-28-19, 06:40 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 643
Posted By xbartx

Drivetrain help needed

Newbie Bike mechanic here! I just replaced the chain, chainrings and rear cassette on my bike, the new cassette and chain rings are the exact model that they replaced.
The trouble I’m having is...
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