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Forum: Road Cycling
03-09-19, 03:17 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 26,284
Posted By rick1

If you compare wheelsets tubeless vs clincher...

If you compare wheelsets tubeless vs clincher there's more weight difference that you'd expect, Guys spend 2000 on wheelsets to shave a couple of grams off the weight and then add it back on with...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-09-19, 11:59 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 26,284
Posted By rick1

Actually quite a bit heavier, mainly because of...

Actually quite a bit heavier, mainly because of the thicker beading to seal the tire to the rim. For example the new Conti 5000 25c tubeless is 300 grams vs the clincher at 215 grams. This of course...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-09-19, 08:07 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 26,284
Posted By rick1

I use tubeless on my MTB bike and cross bike...

I use tubeless on my MTB bike and cross bike which are great but switched back to clinchers on the road, the hassle with road tubless is just not worth it. Also road tubeless systems are generally...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-03-17, 05:37 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 43,098
Posted By rick1

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j285/rick9/ulteg...

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j285/rick9/ulteg%202_zpsxmqfl3um.jpg (http://s83.photobucket.com/user/rick9/media/ulteg%202_zpsxmqfl3um.jpg.html)
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Forum: Road Cycling
02-10-16, 06:33 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 43,098
Posted By rick1

It makes for a more compliant or comfortable...

It makes for a more compliant or comfortable ride. For example trek uses a bearing and pivot in the seat post called the "isospeed decoupler" to achieve a better ride.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-09-16, 02:30 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 43,098
Posted By rick1

Actually the engineering that goes into an ISP is...

Actually the engineering that goes into an ISP is quite amazing, If you study the bike companies you'll find most of the companies that lay up their own carbon have an ISP offering. Lots of companies...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-30-15, 05:44 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,950
Posted By rick1

Just got mine, love it. Stiff but very compliant...

Just got mine, love it. Stiff but very compliant especially due to the ISP.

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Forum: Road Cycling
09-29-15, 05:31 AM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,412,668
Posted By rick1

2016 Giant TCR Advanced SL 2 ...

2016
Giant TCR Advanced SL 2

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Forum: Road Cycling
09-29-15, 05:27 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 43,098
Posted By rick1

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Here'a a few more pics...

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Forum: Road Cycling
09-24-15, 07:33 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 43,098
Posted By rick1

Just picked it up a couple days ago, waited 7...

Just picked it up a couple days ago, waited 7 weeks. Absolutely love the color, kind of changes in different lighting, lots of compliments. Ride is surprisingly comfortable, the ISP has just enough...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-09-15, 05:29 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 43,098
Posted By rick1

Are you using the giant slr 1 wheelset? Oh, and...

Are you using the giant slr 1 wheelset? Oh, and any pics?
Forum: Road Cycling
09-02-15, 05:20 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 43,098
Posted By rick1

great report, can't wait for mine to come in

great report, can't wait for mine to come in
Forum: Road Cycling
08-29-15, 02:12 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 43,098
Posted By rick1

Nice lookin herd

Nice lookin herd
Forum: Road Cycling
08-28-15, 07:38 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 43,098
Posted By rick1

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Here's a few more pics...
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Forum: Road Cycling
08-26-15, 12:13 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 43,098
Posted By rick1

Impessive weight, don't forget the pics when you...

Impessive weight, don't forget the pics when you can.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-20-15, 05:36 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 43,098
Posted By rick1

I just order the SL 2 like this one. This shot is...

I just order the SL 2 like this one. This shot is from a Giant store in asia, I'm assuming they threw on the profile design wheelset for the macho look.

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Forum: Road Cycling
06-21-15, 02:41 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 5,239
Posted By rick1

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Forum: Road Cycling
05-04-15, 06:15 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,908
Posted By rick1

Review here......

Review here... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KLCGsM4qRMc
Forum: Road Cycling
01-18-15, 12:49 PM
Replies: 2,239
Views: 567,974
Posted By rick1

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Forum: Road Cycling
04-11-14, 06:25 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,185
Posted By rick1

The Shimano R320 and R 260 come with moldable...

The Shimano R320 and R 260 come with moldable soles pictured here. The bottom has a optional metatarsal stick on pad and has a sleeve for arch pads. You can adjust the arch for 3 levels of support...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-11-14, 12:46 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,185
Posted By rick1

I'm 10.5 in normal shoes normally. I've been...

I'm 10.5 in normal shoes normally. I've been wearing 44 in most cycling shoes so that being said the shimano sizing indicates I should be in 45 shimano but ended up in 44 wide. I could have gotton...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-10-14, 07:14 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,185
Posted By rick1

I just switched to Shimano R260 road shoes (new...

I just switched to Shimano R260 road shoes (new for 2014). The newer shimano shoes now sport a wider toe box which alleviated my forefoot issues like yourself. I had a pair of Garneau pro team carbon...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-25-14, 12:26 PM
Replies: 21,339
Views: 5,198,739
Posted By rick1

There's a blog report on these shoes on...

There's a blog report on these shoes on 1010humanperformance.com
Forum: Road Cycling
03-23-14, 06:48 PM
Replies: 21,339
Views: 5,198,739
Posted By rick1

New for 2014 370598370599Shimano r260 road shoes...

New for 2014 370598370599Shimano r260 road shoes heat moldable shoe and heat moldable sole with inserts in the sole for different arch levels. Most comfortable cycling shoes I've ever owned
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-08-13, 07:41 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 3,912
Posted By rick1

What a blunder. Can't wait to hear the damage...

What a blunder. Can't wait to hear the damage control speeches from Specialized. Lots of fluff and buff with a fake smile.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-29-11, 01:30 PM
Replies: 245
Views: 26,895
Posted By rick1

Reminds me of the Look frames with the sudden...

Reminds me of the Look frames with the sudden bend in the top tube. A rep from the company actually said the bent top tube dosen't serve a performance purpose it's just for visual appearance.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-22-11, 06:00 PM
Replies: 245
Views: 26,895
Posted By rick1

Rather happy with the looks of mine.... ...

Rather happy with the looks of mine....

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j285/rick9/SLg.jpg

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j285/rick9/SLi.jpg
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Forum: Road Cycling
10-21-11, 08:06 PM
Replies: 245
Views: 26,895
Posted By rick1

Man, you just hit it on the head

Man, you just hit it on the head
Forum: Road Cycling
07-27-11, 05:22 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 28,261
Posted By rick1

"Can't wait to see more TCRs here. Let's keep...

"Can't wait to see more TCRs here. Let's keep this thread going"

OK....

2010 TCR Advanced SL
http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j285/rick9/SL12.jpg

My 08 TCR advanced...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-26-11, 05:15 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 28,261
Posted By rick1

What's not to love

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j285/rick9/SLCosmo9.jpg

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j285/rick9/SLCosmo8.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
06-11-11, 02:40 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,525
Posted By rick1

I wrap a single layer of electrical tape around...

I wrap a single layer of electrical tape around valve stem where it goes through the carbon fairing and that pretty much eliminates the noise.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-11-11, 09:12 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,525
Posted By rick1

Love the wheels at an attractive price. A little...

Love the wheels at an attractive price. A little heavy for serious climbing At 1740 but very stiff, durable.

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j285/rick9/SLCosm6.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
05-16-11, 08:06 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 11,592
Posted By rick1

Can't wait to see the new TCR. Most likely to be...

Can't wait to see the new TCR. Most likely to be shown at the TDF this year.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PClwSLoqbw8&feature=feedu
Forum: Road Cycling
05-15-11, 06:05 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 11,592
Posted By rick1

Advanced SL is constructed with T-800 Carbon...

Advanced SL is constructed with T-800 Carbon while the Advanced uses T-700 Carbon. There are some differences in frame design as well.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-14-11, 04:07 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 11,592
Posted By rick1

I have the 2010 Advanced SL..... honestly the...

I have the 2010 Advanced SL..... honestly the best bike I've ridden yet. I rode the Scott Addict and while it's very stiff rode unreasonably harsh..... wasn't impressed. Can't wait to see pics.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-11-11, 01:53 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,891
Posted By rick1

Ditto on mine too. Fortunatly I changed it after...

Ditto on mine too. Fortunatly I changed it after 1600 miles but saved it for whatever reason and after seeing this board inspected it.... and wala cracked. I replaced it in Nov 2010 so hoping the new...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-27-10, 06:40 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 7,636
Posted By rick1

Pretty happy here.... ...

Pretty happy here....

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j285/rick9/SLCosmo7.jpg

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j285/rick9/SL12.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
04-28-10, 01:27 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,756
Posted By rick1

I was charged $3.07 international transaction on...

I was charged $3.07 international transaction on my card
Forum: Road Cycling
04-28-10, 01:14 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,756
Posted By rick1

I had a PBK order shipped on the 13th that has...

I had a PBK order shipped on the 13th that has not shown up yet. Emailed them and this was the response:

Please see below the last statement supplier to us from Royal mail:

mail leaving the UK...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-01-10, 02:23 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,663
Posted By rick1

It was written by someone named Dan Zank in 05. I...

It was written by someone named Dan Zank in 05. I worked with Dan and his brother in Connecticut when he was still in school, really good guy, very upbeat person and extremely talented.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-11-10, 06:27 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 14,049
Posted By rick1

But my butt and the assorted hardware love it.....

But my butt and the assorted hardware love it.....
Forum: Road Cycling
03-10-10, 05:50 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 14,049
Posted By rick1

Just put the new hoops on..... :) ...

Just put the new hoops on..... :)

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j285/rick9/SLCosmo14.jpg

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j285/rick9/SLCosm6.jpg
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Forum: Road Cycling
03-06-10, 06:49 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,326
Posted By rick1

Just installed the Cosmic's and new bar tape last...

Just installed the Cosmic's and new bar tape last night. Here's a quick shot in the garage, will post more shots shortly. It's going to be in the 50's today in Connecticut sooooo.... I'm headed out....
Forum: Road Cycling
03-03-10, 04:26 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,326
Posted By rick1

Sure thing, just ordered some Cosmic Carbone SL's...

Sure thing, just ordered some Cosmic Carbone SL's will post some more pics with the carbone's

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j285/rick9/SLe.jpg
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Forum: Road Cycling
03-02-10, 06:15 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,326
Posted By rick1

That a very nice price for a 2010 TCR SL 3. I've...

That a very nice price for a 2010 TCR SL 3. I've got one, very pleased with Ultegra 6700.

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j285/rick9/SL12.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
02-19-10, 06:58 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,942
Posted By rick1

On the pre 6700 Ultegras such as the SL there's a...

On the pre 6700 Ultegras such as the SL there's a small rubber block on the shifter that rubs between the brake lever and small lever and if you have a tendency to push foward on the small shifter...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-14-10, 02:01 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,942
Posted By rick1

Your pressing both levers at once. If it was cold...

Your pressing both levers at once. If it was cold and have thicker gloves on the glove will catch the brake/lever at the same time your shifting the smaller lever
Forum: Road Cycling
01-27-10, 07:14 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 14,049
Posted By rick1

2010 TCR advanced SL ...

2010 TCR advanced SL

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j285/rick9/SLg.jpg

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j285/rick9/SL12.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
11-04-09, 06:21 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,409
Posted By rick1

I remember having a set of 05 Elites and the...

I remember having a set of 05 Elites and the weight w/o skewers were 1720 I believe. I just bought a new 2010 bike with Elites and the skewers are ti. While I don't know the exact weight I do know...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-02-09, 08:37 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,409
Posted By rick1

The 09 - 10 Elites are down to 1550 in weight -...

The 09 - 10 Elites are down to 1550 in weight - pretty darn good. I believe the new SL's are 1485 if I'm not mistaken. I have over 3000 miles on my elites and no truing with lots of rough roads and...
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