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Forum: Northeast
06-28-18, 09:32 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 790
Posted By diverged

Sorry, I should have been more clear. Not looking...

Sorry, I should have been more clear. Not looking for a custom frame. Just a normal build with supplied parts.
Forum: Northeast
06-27-18, 01:46 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 790
Posted By diverged

Best Builder in Manhattan

Hi all, I’m looking to have a custom bike built up in NYC and am looking for recommendations.

I know all the big shops but would rather have someone with great attention to detail build it up...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-12-16, 11:19 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 998
Posted By diverged

Looks like 25c tires too instead of 23c.

Looks like 25c tires too instead of 23c.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-17-16, 07:31 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 9,528
Posted By diverged

I echo all of this. Personally, after I bought my...

I echo all of this. Personally, after I bought my Emonda ALR it felt like a dog on the 30-32c tires. I sold it to someone who would get better use out of it than I would as I'm not doing much...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-05-16, 10:43 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,735
Posted By diverged

The frame is 50-60 g lighter in a 56cm. Not much,...

The frame is 50-60 g lighter in a 56cm. Not much, but if you're building a bike without a budget (SRAM etap, carbon aero wheels, etc) that .15 lbs might matter to you.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-28-16, 03:03 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 18,751
Posted By diverged

You're missing the point. People don't finish at...

You're missing the point. People don't finish at an altitude that's 3k ft higher than where they started. Elevation gain is one of the main metrics displayed by strava, veloviewer, etc.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-28-16, 10:52 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 18,751
Posted By diverged

about 1k per 15 miles for me.

about 1k per 15 miles for me.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-28-16, 07:01 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,735
Posted By diverged

What will you be using it for? And what groupset...

What will you be using it for? And what groupset is on your caad12?

I think they're 2 totally different bikes. The allez sprint sacrifices weight for aero, although the sram force is going to be...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-27-16, 02:46 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,059
Posted By diverged

caad12 in 105 trim was the 2016 Bike of the Year...

caad12 in 105 trim was the 2016 Bike of the Year for Bike Radar. I would go with that.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-23-16, 08:11 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,094
Posted By diverged

Nice! Get a couple rides or a couple hundred...

Nice! Get a couple rides or a couple hundred miles on it and get a professional fit done
Forum: Road Cycling
07-21-16, 09:59 AM
Replies: 679
Views: 250,906
Posted By diverged

I got it on amazon.....

I got it on amazon.. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00BW4TQ5S/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Forum: Road Cycling
07-21-16, 05:12 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,313
Posted By diverged

Congrats! It's a great feeling.

Congrats! It's a great feeling.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-20-16, 07:22 PM
Replies: 27,281
Views: 6,587,727
Posted By diverged

Ive seen one on Chinese tubulars that was...

Ive seen one on Chinese tubulars that was supposedly 16. Looking at sram red groupsets to cut it down another pound. :roflmao2:
Forum: Road Cycling
07-20-16, 07:05 PM
Replies: 27,281
Views: 6,587,727
Posted By diverged

Finally have one to add. Pretty happy with it....

Finally have one to add. Pretty happy with it. Just want to dial in the fit then cut the steerer tube.

Trek Emonda ALR 6 - 56cm - 17.0 lbs on Zipp 202

http://i.imgur.com/LayANjW.jpg?1
Forum: Road Cycling
07-20-16, 12:13 PM
Replies: 679
Views: 250,906
Posted By diverged

ALR 6 - 56cm - 17.0 lbs on Zipp 202 ...

ALR 6 - 56cm - 17.0 lbs on Zipp 202

http://i.imgur.com/LayANjW.jpg?1
Forum: Road Cycling
07-20-16, 12:09 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,145
Posted By diverged

This year started off a little slow for me, but...

This year started off a little slow for me, but I'm now back in full swing.

Jan-April were pretty cold and dark, so I didn't do much riding. I did a bit in May, but got sick towards the end and...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-19-16, 01:46 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,137
Posted By diverged

Whenever I need something I can't do. Wheel work,...

Whenever I need something I can't do. Wheel work, bike fit, drivetrain work, etc.

Not for clothing, I'd rather buy performance than spend $$$$ on brand name. Not for accessories, amazon is more...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-17-16, 03:22 PM
Replies: 611
Views: 123,385
Posted By diverged

:thumb:

:thumb:
Forum: Road Cycling
01-26-16, 11:57 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,188
Posted By diverged

After a long but not steep climb I'm hustling...

After a long but not steep climb I'm hustling down a downhill with my head down. Briefly pick my head up to see a car passing another car around a turn on a double yellow (no passing). It would have...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-15-16, 10:41 AM
Replies: 149
Views: 8,010
Posted By diverged

lol @ BMW and quality/durability

lol @ BMW and quality/durability
Forum: Road Cycling
01-14-16, 04:25 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 8,491
Posted By diverged

I would just say, be honest with yourself about...

I would just say, be honest with yourself about what you're going to use it for. If you'll be riding a lot of gravel and it will be a second bike, then go for it!
Forum: Road Cycling
12-25-15, 11:40 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 8,686
Posted By diverged

Surprised you found a typewriter with Internet...

Surprised you found a typewriter with Internet connection.

The key will be weight. If like doge says, they are 2lbs or so more than rim brakes, that is a significant amount to overcome.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-25-15, 09:15 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 8,686
Posted By diverged

Nice. Disc is definitely the future. It will be...

Nice. Disc is definitely the future. It will be interesting to see it evolve.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-25-15, 08:03 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 8,686
Posted By diverged

Doge, how light do you think the s works Tarmac...

Doge, how light do you think the s works Tarmac is from factory? The di2 one.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-17-15, 07:49 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,494
Posted By diverged

For what it's worth, they're currently sponsoring...

For what it's worth, they're currently sponsoring Tinkoff Saxo

http://coresites-cdn.factorymedia.com/rcuk/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/PROLOGO-TINKOFF-SAXO-SICILIA_0481.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
12-13-15, 02:17 PM
Replies: 3,116
Views: 535,449
Posted By diverged

West Branch Reservoir (NY) ...

West Branch Reservoir (NY)

http://i.imgur.com/lgQ67N2.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
12-05-15, 11:20 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,145
Posted By diverged

Got a fit done yesterday.. Great experience. If...

Got a fit done yesterday.. Great experience. If anyone in CT needs a recommendation, feel free to PM me.

I switched out the 120mm stem for a 100mm one, dropped the stem 20mm, switched the...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-02-15, 08:35 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,034
Posted By diverged

With cars the rule is 5 years. Not sure about...

With cars the rule is 5 years. Not sure about bikes.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-02-15, 04:39 PM
Replies: 215
Views: 14,112
Posted By diverged

Bikes are cheap compared to other hobbies. I have...

Bikes are cheap compared to other hobbies. I have no issues if someone wants to spend $8k+ plus on one (or 5). People indulge themselves in different ways.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-28-15, 07:14 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,145
Posted By diverged

Did two consecutive 30+ mile days this weekend....

Did two consecutive 30+ mile days this weekend. Hopefully will get another tomorrow, weather depending. I have had issues over dressing. I over heated both days on some big climbs, but otherwise I'm...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-23-15, 06:36 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 920
Posted By diverged

What year is the Allez?

What year is the Allez?
Forum: Road Cycling
11-19-15, 03:30 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,145
Posted By diverged

Good info.. Thanks! I think the...

Good info.. Thanks!



I think the carbon frames have a rear through axle.. mine does not though.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-19-15, 01:01 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,145
Posted By diverged

I will definitely try bibs for the next pair.

I will definitely try bibs for the next pair.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-19-15, 09:16 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,145
Posted By diverged

Picked up some new gear from performance bike.. ...

Picked up some new gear from performance bike..

Really liked these shorts. Much better than what I had been using.

http://i.imgur.com/NEdz6BE.jpg

These gloves did a great job as well.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-19-15, 08:26 AM
Replies: 116
Views: 5,943
Posted By diverged

It was 50+ today in CT. Sun wasn't up until...

It was 50+ today in CT. Sun wasn't up until 6:45am or so, but I still got 16 miles in before work! I did a few rides last weekend in < 40 degrees. I will probably keep going till it drops below 25 or...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-15-15, 08:58 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,145
Posted By diverged

When the LBS installed the cleats they positioned...

When the LBS installed the cleats they positioned them all the way back. Thanks for the tip though!



You might be right. Definitely going to invest in a fit before I start trying anything...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-14-15, 09:33 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,145
Posted By diverged

Well it basically has all the features of the...

Well it basically has all the features of the Allez DSW SL Comp (obviously different geometry though). I'm sure it's a little less snappy, but probably just as competent. I would love to try it with...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-14-15, 09:07 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,145
Posted By diverged

Diary of a New Road Rider

Thought I might post something up to reference as I start my road riding journey.

I started riding bikes very young, as most people do. 10+ years ago, during late middle school and high school, I...
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