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Forum: Road Cycling
07-17-11, 08:43 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,715
Posted By fitzdawg

I would recommend the XL if you decide to go with...

I would recommend the XL if you decide to go with the Liberty. I have a Gravity Comp20 (same frame as the Liberty I think) in the 55.5 size, and I'm only 6' with a 32" inseam. The frame size fits...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-15-11, 10:04 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,324
Posted By fitzdawg

I have Performance's Forte branded 10-speed group...

I have Performance's Forte branded 10-speed group on my 'cross bike, and mid-level 9-speed Microshift levers (with Sora front and Tiagra rear derailleurs) that came stock on my Felt road bike. I've...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-27-11, 09:29 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 16,344
Posted By fitzdawg

I bought the Forte branded set from Performance...

I bought the Forte branded set from Performance last year for a cross bike build last year, and it performed pretty much flawlessly. Performance had a package deal for the shifters, derailleurs and...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-15-11, 12:31 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,589
Posted By fitzdawg

I wish someone would propose a similar system in...

I wish someone would propose a similar system in the states. Especially considering that we are one of (if not the most) obese nations in the world, and we are one of the highest producers of...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-13-11, 08:47 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,400
Posted By fitzdawg

Haha. I actually looked at the Garmin kits on...

Haha. I actually looked at the Garmin kits on Felt's website, and predictably they're pretty deeply discounted. I don't know that I have the fitness to try to rock a Pro team kit, but I do have an...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-13-11, 08:41 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,400
Posted By fitzdawg

Same here...I checked out Trek, Specialized,...

Same here...I checked out Trek, Specialized, Cannondale, etc. The biggest difference is the Microshift shifters that Felt uses. All of the other major manufacturers have entry level bikes that use...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-13-11, 08:16 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,400
Posted By fitzdawg

It is actually a 2011:...

It is actually a 2011: http://www.feltbicycles.com/USA/2011/Road/F-Series/F95-Special-Edition.aspx

The way it was explained to me is that Felt green-lighted the production of the team special...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-13-11, 03:15 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 653
Posted By fitzdawg

Hey congrats! I just got a special edition F95...

Hey congrats! I just got a special edition F95 this weekend and I'm very pleased with it after two rides. Enjoy!
Forum: Road Cycling
02-12-11, 01:23 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,400
Posted By fitzdawg

Just took it out for it's maiden voyage. It...

Just took it out for it's maiden voyage. It rides pretty doggone well, feels nice and quick. The aluminum frame is a little harsh, but then again I've been riding an all steel Soma Doublecross...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-12-11, 01:18 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,400
Posted By fitzdawg

I was looking at the Mercier Aero TT which is...

I was looking at the Mercier Aero TT which is $699 and the Dawes Lightning 2300 for $599. I paid $750 for the Felt which is spec'd similarly to the Dawes, the notable exception being the Microshift...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-12-11, 12:08 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,400
Posted By fitzdawg

Oh yeah, they're gone now. I didn't bother to...

Oh yeah, they're gone now. I didn't bother to take them off last night after my 3 hour commute home (major wrecks on every road coming out of Atlanta), and just snapped a quick picture this morning...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-12-11, 10:08 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,400
Posted By fitzdawg

My New Ride!

http://i1003.photobucket.com/albums/af152/fitzdawg79/1297525741.jpg

I was just window shopping for new road bikes and stumbled across a Felt dealer that had 2011 Garmin team edition F95s priced a...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-12-11, 09:38 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,009
Posted By fitzdawg

This thread is a little old, but I just had a...

This thread is a little old, but I just had a great experience buying a Felt F95 that might interest you. I went to a bike shop that is a Felt dealer and noticed that they had one F95 in Garmin team...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-27-10, 06:36 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 467
Posted By fitzdawg

I appreciate the quick response!

I appreciate the quick response!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-27-10, 06:32 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 467
Posted By fitzdawg

Tiagra and 105 compatibility question

Will a RD4400 Tiagra rear derailleur work as a replacement for RD5501 105 rear derailleur?
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-08-10, 10:29 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 591
Posted By fitzdawg

there is no difference in the cable strength...

there is no difference in the cable strength between mtb and road, just the head.

That's what I needed to know. Thanks for saving a noob some cash on the wrong cables :D
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-08-10, 10:26 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,710
Posted By fitzdawg

I'm just glad to see another brand of...

I'm just glad to see another brand of dual-control lever. More competition = better gear, cheaper : D

My thoughts exactly. My budget for building up my road bike would have had me using used 8...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-08-10, 10:15 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 591
Posted By fitzdawg

Brake cables for 'Cross?

I'm building up a bike to race cross this year, and I have a question about which brake cables to use. Can/should I use mountain bike cables on a cross bike with STI shifters? Obviously mtb cables...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-02-10, 11:22 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,710
Posted By fitzdawg

That's exactly why I bought from Performance. I...

That's exactly why I bought from Performance. I figured that even though I could "technically" save money through ebay, with Performance I always have their satisfaction guarantee.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-02-10, 10:45 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,710
Posted By fitzdawg

I have the re-branded Forte 10 speed group from...

I have the re-branded Forte 10 speed group from Performance on my Fuji Newest, and I have to say that it works just fine. Having owned and ridden everything from 2200 to Ultegra in the last few...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-31-10, 01:16 PM
Replies: 262
Views: 134,420
Posted By fitzdawg

Wanted: 1-1/8 threadless 'cross fork. I just...

Wanted: 1-1/8 threadless 'cross fork. I just picked up a really sweet Soma Doublecross frame with a slightly bent fork (knew it was bent prior to purchase) so I need to replace the fork on it prior...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-29-10, 09:06 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 31,052
Posted By fitzdawg

With the exception of Ping, pretty much every...

With the exception of Ping, pretty much every golf club sold in the US has been made in China for decades. I would assume that what golfer's experience is pretty much what others have said about...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-25-10, 08:11 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,085
Posted By fitzdawg

I just built up a bike with the 10sp Forte...

I just built up a bike with the 10sp Forte (performancebike private label) group. I've only got about 100 miles on them so far, but having owned every Shimano group besides DA I would compare the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-17-10, 06:52 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 466
Posted By fitzdawg

Trouble shifting into 25t cog

I'm trying to my upgrade my road bike to 10 speed, and for some reason I can't get the rear dérailleur to shift into the largest rear cog. It will get close when the adjuster is turned all the way...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-10-10, 04:43 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,315
Posted By fitzdawg

Thanks for the knowledge! I'm a noob when it...

Thanks for the knowledge! I'm a noob when it comes to doing my own wrenching, so it's nice to have a forum like this for quick, concise answers.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-10-10, 04:31 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,315
Posted By fitzdawg

One tooth shorter on chainring?

I just bought a Truvativ Elita 53x39 crank from Bikewagon, and when I opened the box I noticed that one of the teeth on the larger ring is shorter than all the rest. I've never noticed this before,...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-20-10, 02:31 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 12,217
Posted By fitzdawg

Thanks for the good info. I was leaning towards...

Thanks for the good info. I was leaning towards this exact set for my build because I can't afford new Shimano or Sram, and I'm skittish about buying used parts. From what you've said here it sounds...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-20-10, 08:21 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,542
Posted By fitzdawg

Anyone still having problems with Truvativ Elita left crank arms?

I'm considering buying a Truvativ Elita 2.2 crankset with a GXP bottom bracket for my bike build, but I've seen lots of negative reviews relating to the left crank arm repeatedly working loose. It...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-19-10, 11:46 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 782
Posted By fitzdawg

Thanks everybody for the replies. Looks like I...

Thanks everybody for the replies. Looks like I have some good information to help me avoid frustration.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-18-10, 10:44 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 782
Posted By fitzdawg

Build sequence question - My first try

I will be attempting to build up a road bike from just the frame and fork for the first time in the next few days, and I was wondering if there was any kind of consensus as to the proper sequence of...
Forum: Commuting
02-11-08, 11:35 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 496
Posted By fitzdawg

My first commute!

I just finished my first ever bike commute! I drove the station wagon in this afternoon (I work second shift) with the bike in the back, then unloaded and took off when I was done. Great night for...
Forum: Commuting
02-11-08, 11:29 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 739
Posted By fitzdawg

I just started commuting on a Motobecane Fantom...

I just started commuting on a Motobecane Fantom CX (the cheaper one), and it's great. I replaced the Cross tires with Continental Contacts, added a rack and panniers, and lots of lights/reflective...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-01-08, 11:28 AM
Replies: 135
Views: 14,325
Posted By fitzdawg

Where do you think non-carbon Treks come from? ...

Where do you think non-carbon Treks come from? They may be designed in the US, but their lower cost frames are made by Kinesis (probably on the same production lines as BD bikes), along with several...
Forum: Commuting
01-26-08, 06:42 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 7,644
Posted By fitzdawg

Rear Rack on a Cyclocross bike

I'm going to start commuting to work on a 'Cross bike in the next few weeks, and the rack that I have does not fit my bike. Basically the rack doesn't seem to be wide enough, as I have to bend the...
Forum: Commuting
04-28-06, 08:51 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 885
Posted By fitzdawg

Beer as a tip =Great service at my LBS

Beer as a tip =Great service at my LBS
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-25-06, 08:20 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 12,452
Posted By fitzdawg

My goal is to build up a cross bike to use both...

My goal is to build up a cross bike to use both for the upcoming cross season and for commuting to work. I really like the idea of having a bike with better features for commuting (sturdier frame,...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-25-06, 02:46 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,584
Posted By fitzdawg

My advice would be to find a local bike shop you...

My advice would be to find a local bike shop you trust and use your budget wisely there. Most bike shops offer free lifetime adjustments on bikes that they sell, a service that is both necessary and...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-25-06, 02:14 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,635
Posted By fitzdawg

The Men's A division runner up in my local...

The Men's A division runner up in my local Cyclocross series rides an Author. If it's good enough for him, and he bunny hops most of the barriers, then I would imagine that it would be fine for a...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
01-29-06, 04:40 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,451
Posted By fitzdawg

I know the TdG is a higher ranked race than the...

I know the TdG is a higher ranked race than the ToC, but (and I say this as a proud lifetime resident of GA) there no way that GA can match the majesty of the California coastline scenery. That...
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