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Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-07-19, 12:47 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 3,240
Posted By KoYak

Kona Rove NRB max Tire Size

Hi everyone, I am anxiously awaiting deliver of a new 2018 Kona Rove NRB KONA BIKES | ROAD / GRAVEL | ROVE | Rove NRB (http://2018.konaworld.com/rove_nrb.cfm). Nothing like new Bike Day!

Curious...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-30-13, 05:49 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,460
Posted By KoYak

I love my Cross bike and I find that I ride it...

I love my Cross bike and I find that I ride it more often than my road bike. It's easier to ride in mixed terrain, do grocery store runs (has rear rack). my X-bike is set up with a more upright...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-12-13, 01:16 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 11,240
Posted By KoYak

I've ordered from Wiggle about 10 times or so. ...

I've ordered from Wiggle about 10 times or so. Never had issues with Wiggle. Only had issues with US Customs delaying shipment for about week. My rule for ordering from Wiggle (or PBK) is only...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-26-13, 03:48 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,391
Posted By KoYak

Velo Orange makes a nice looking crank in 165mm. ...

Velo Orange makes a nice looking crank in 165mm. http://store.velo-orange.com/index.php/components/cranksets/vo-compact-double-crankset-34x48t.html
Forum: Road Cycling
11-02-12, 04:10 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 799
Posted By KoYak

I don't have experience with Easton wheels but I...

I don't have experience with Easton wheels but I do have a set of Velocity A23 Comp build. This thing is solid. About a 1000 miles on them and have not had to true. The wide rims do make for a...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-09-12, 04:55 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,752
Posted By KoYak

I had the same issue as you...loved the Arione...

I had the same issue as you...loved the Arione shape and but wanted more padding. The TT version is perfect.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-14-12, 06:25 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,093
Posted By KoYak

I own the A23 factory built (Comp Build)...

I own the A23 factory built (Comp Build) http://www.velocityusa.com/default.asp?contentID=749.

Comp Build:
24 spoke radial laced front
28 spoke 2 cross laced rear
DT Competition double...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-16-12, 03:32 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,412
Posted By KoYak

I have a set of Alpha 340s 24/28 (F R) custom...

I have a set of Alpha 340s 24/28 (F R) custom built with CXrays and Velocity Race Hubs. I added up the build on pro wheelbuilder and the build came to around 1300 grams. I have about 1000 miles on...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-16-12, 04:20 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 345
Posted By KoYak

Jessica, Thomson makes 10 degree road stem:...

Jessica,

Thomson makes 10 degree road stem: http://bikethomson.com/stems/elite-x2/
Forum: Road Cycling
03-24-12, 09:33 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,336
Posted By KoYak

Congrats on your purchase of a CR1. i bought my...

Congrats on your purchase of a CR1. i bought my CR1 in 2010 and I echo your impressions. It is a fantastic bike!

BTW - If you are having issues deciding which bike to ride, I recommend you...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-29-12, 03:00 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,085
Posted By KoYak

I have the A23 Wheelset Comp Build ($400) on one...

I have the A23 Wheelset Comp Build ($400) on one bike and They are excellent. Great Bang for the buck!

http://www.bikemania.biz/Velocity_A23_Road_Wheelset_p/velocity_whls_road_a23.htm.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-28-12, 02:35 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,753
Posted By KoYak

i don't have experience with aero wheels just...

i don't have experience with aero wheels just experience going lighter. i definitely notice that my light wheels accelerate quicker and I think that translates into better climbing. It may be...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-26-12, 07:54 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,363
Posted By KoYak

MrTuner1970, you are right! I love them! ...

MrTuner1970, you are right! I love them!

I had a good cycling week for this time of year and got about 100 miles on the tubeless setup. Someone posted earlier that it takes time for the tire...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-25-12, 05:51 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 622
Posted By KoYak

I have one but Never flew with it but have folded...

I have one but Never flew with it but have folded and gone on driving vacations. As the BF marketing says, it does ride like a regular bike. i have the base model is a fairly heavy bike probably...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-20-12, 04:57 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,363
Posted By KoYak

After much research, I made the switch to...

After much research, I made the switch to tubeless. Last night, I mounted hutchinson Fusion 3 tubeless on set of wheels with NoTubes Alpha 340 rims. From everything I've read on the forums, I...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-08-12, 04:52 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,166
Posted By KoYak

I'm a big fan of Scott bikes ( I ride a CR1,...

I'm a big fan of Scott bikes ( I ride a CR1, would consider the Addict if I can lose some weight and gain some flexibility). It looks like the Addict has been discontinued for 2012 and a google...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-06-12, 04:47 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,128
Posted By KoYak

Just bought a Louis Garneau X-Lite Helmet...

Just bought a Louis Garneau X-Lite Helmet (http://www.louisgarneau.com/in-en/product/0/1405953/_/X-LITE_HELMET#first). Finally a light weight helmet for us with Kazoo sized heads!

Weighs 225g...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-03-12, 09:10 PM
Replies: 162
Views: 64,600
Posted By KoYak

XRL Cycloss Frame built up as a Commuter/ Rain Bike

Here is my Commuter / Rain bike.

https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-G6WiHHmRNrE/TyWg0ujooMI/AAAAAAAAF4Q/kXuwAlv_4so/s800/2012-01-29_14-27-44_266.jpg

Bar end shifters
XT Rear derailleur...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-29-12, 11:55 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,128
Posted By KoYak

Just a follow up to my previous post just...

Just a follow up to my previous post

just looked at my Specialized Max and it is a size XXL/56-64 cm and weighs 382g (not light). looks quite a bit like the propero
Forum: Road Cycling
01-29-12, 06:20 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,128
Posted By KoYak

If you have a specialized dealer around check out...

If you have a specialized dealer around check out the the Specialized MAX (http://www.specialized.com/us/en/bc/SBCEqProduct.jsp?spid=64173). Part of their recreational series but does not look too...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-25-12, 03:38 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,084
Posted By KoYak

If i was in the market for a new carbon bike, I...

If i was in the market for a new carbon bike, I would serious consider the November Cycles Wheelhouse, either frameset or complete build.

http://www.novemberbicycles.com/frameset/
Forum: Road Cycling
01-23-12, 06:38 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,719
Posted By KoYak

Unfortunately, over your budget ....I don't have...

Unfortunately, over your budget ....I don't have personal experience with the durano plus but I do have experience with other schwalbe "plus" tires and they are seriously puncture proof.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-21-12, 04:02 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 485
Posted By KoYak

SKS RaceBlade Long

I was researching fenders for my long distance bike and came across the SKS Raceblade Long for road bikes. I used crudcatchers last year. My only complaint with crudcatchers was that they were not...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-15-11, 07:21 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 4,982
Posted By KoYak

I'll agree with you. But it was a very enjoyable...

I'll agree with you. But it was a very enjoyable way of burning a thousand to 1500 calories everyday.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-15-11, 05:10 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 4,982
Posted By KoYak

I'm a believer in #8...I dropped 30 lbs by going...

I'm a believer in #8...I dropped 30 lbs by going slow and long. Got to admit it does nothing for speed. Need to mix it up with hard intensity rides for speed. I'll be doing the low intensity thing...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-26-11, 09:11 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,217
Posted By KoYak

After much paralysis by analysis, I finally...

After much paralysis by analysis, I finally bought a set of Velocity A23 wheelset. I decided to go with Comp build for extra durability. @ 1580 g, I feel these wheels are a good weight vs strength...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-30-11, 03:11 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 28,393
Posted By KoYak

SVTMIKE, Great to hear. I think I...

SVTMIKE,

Great to hear.

I think I will pull the trigger on a set of wheels from Bikemania.

Mike
Forum: Road Cycling
10-30-11, 09:41 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 28,393
Posted By KoYak

Reviving an old thread. Bikemania.biz has...

Reviving an old thread.

Bikemania.biz has some incredible prices. Thought i would ping the bikeforums collective to see if there are any additional input from people who have bought from them...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-24-11, 03:40 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 5,697
Posted By KoYak

Congrats! I also live in NoVA. If you...

Congrats!

I also live in NoVA. If you like descents, I highly recommend the Blue Ridge Mountain Road (http://ridewithgps.com/routes/784949) off of Rt 7 west of Roundhill, VA. You can actually...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-14-11, 01:44 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,582
Posted By KoYak

:thumb: Very Cool you got rack mounts!

:thumb: Very Cool you got rack mounts!
Forum: Road Cycling
08-04-11, 07:12 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,356
Posted By KoYak

I've been using this RAM Mount holder...

I've been using this RAM Mount holder (http://www.ram-mount.com/CatalogResults/PartDetails/tabid/63/partid/082065077045072079076045085078052085/Default.aspx) for both my Samsung Captivate and Garmin...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-31-11, 01:55 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,329
Posted By KoYak

Now you need to add to your signature block

Now you need to add to your signature block
Forum: Road Cycling
07-28-11, 05:00 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 21,280
Posted By KoYak

Why settle for old technology. Here comes BB386...

Why settle for old technology. Here comes BB386 EVO: http://www.bikerumor.com/2011/04/01/bh-bikes-fsa-launch-new-bottom-bracket-standard-bb386-evo/

cycling technology is evolving as quickly as...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-28-11, 04:46 PM
Replies: 183
Views: 116,697
Posted By KoYak

I've been gradually lowering my handlebars. ...

I've been gradually lowering my handlebars. Overall, definitely more comfortable as I lower the handlebars. My back is a bit tight for the first 3-5 rides or so after i drop the bar, and then my...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-27-11, 04:24 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,329
Posted By KoYak

I test rode the Roubaix (don't remember which one...

I test rode the Roubaix (don't remember which one but had mainly 105 components) and CR1 and ended up buying the CR1 (team). I found Roubaix to be a smooth riding bike t liked to go straight. Felt...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-25-11, 04:06 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,791
Posted By KoYak

So True

So True
Forum: Road Cycling
07-17-11, 05:40 PM
Replies: 151
Views: 13,859
Posted By KoYak

Looks like this thread is turning into a love...

Looks like this thread is turning into a love fest :-).

This thread reminds me that I've been neglecting my low racer. I'm going "Bent" tomorrow!
Forum: Road Cycling
07-11-11, 10:49 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 530
Posted By KoYak

I need to wear wide glasses and the Bolle...

I need to wear wide glasses and the Bolle Vigilante fit me well.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-09-11, 12:50 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 7,515
Posted By KoYak

My B17s are definitely not crap. However not for...

My B17s are definitely not crap. However not for my road bike (anymore). Just switched the B17 Imperial to arione and the arione is comfortable from the first ride. As my position has gotten...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-06-11, 03:18 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,577
Posted By KoYak

Just finished a 1 hour ride at 5:05.

Just finished a 1 hour ride at 5:05.
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
06-25-11, 03:11 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,956
Posted By KoYak

many can...but usually require a...

many can...but usually require a middle/intermediate ring ;-). Kidding of course, but the just the idea of a 50/30 is nice. Actually, i would like a 46/30 crankset. I like the Velo Orange, but I...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
06-25-11, 06:44 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,956
Posted By KoYak

Shimano to release 50/30 crank

Thought this might be of interest to the long distant cycling crowd -

Bike radar reports that shimano will be releasing a 50/30 cyclocross crankset.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-12-11, 05:12 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 770
Posted By KoYak

Looks like you were on a recumbent? Just that...

Looks like you were on a recumbent? Just that fact alone makes it Fredly ;-).

Just poking fun...my other bike is a low racer.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-11, 10:25 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,476
Posted By KoYak

If I were you, I'd give it some time. Make...

If I were you, I'd give it some time. Make yourself stay in the drops during your rides. You know, ride section "a" of your ride in the drops on rides 1-5. Rides 6-10 ride section "a" and Section...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-19-11, 04:10 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,336
Posted By KoYak

VO Grand Cru Course?

I have the VO Grand Cru Course (http://store.velo-orange.com/index.php/components/handlebars/grand-cru-course-handlebar-classic-round-bend.html) on one of my bikes and it is very nice comfortable...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-10-11, 06:45 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 5,370
Posted By KoYak

Congrats! I'm looking to reward myself with a...

Congrats! I'm looking to reward myself with a Scott Addict for when I lose 60 lbs. 30 more lbs to go!
Forum: Road Cycling
05-10-11, 02:45 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,081
Posted By KoYak

Welcome to the club. More I ride my CR1, the...

Welcome to the club. More I ride my CR1, the more I like it.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-08-11, 06:19 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 5,370
Posted By KoYak

i agree with JT graphics...I'm about 5'8" and i...

i agree with JT graphics...I'm about 5'8" and i ride a 54 Cr1 with 110 stem (thinking about going to a 120 stem, but will be testing a lower bar position first).

I don't want to inject myelf...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-02-11, 03:35 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 575
Posted By KoYak

got to admit that the R1 mat black finish is...

got to admit that the R1 mat black finish is sweet! so R1 has different paint, and is about 100 grams lighter... But worth $600 extra?
Forum: Road Cycling
05-01-11, 09:27 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 878
Posted By KoYak

As a last resort...

Here's a link to fixing a very saggy Brooks. I hope my brooks never get to this point, but if they do, there is hope.

http://home.earthlink.net/~mike.sherman/brooks.html
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