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Forum: Road Cycling
02-06-20, 12:35 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 8,594
Posted By helouwn

It is the Axiom rack. I tried to link it, but I'm...

It is the Axiom rack. I tried to link it, but I'm not very good at all of this.

From your subsequent reply, it looks like it won't work for you. I wonder if there would be an easy way for a diy...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-06-20, 10:59 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 8,594
Posted By helouwn

I purchased this...

I purchased this (https://www.axiomgear.com/products/racks/streamliner-racks/streamliner-road-dlx/) for my Cannondale SuperSix. It works great with Ortlieb panniers. And my heels don't bump into the...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-23-19, 02:21 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,997
Posted By helouwn

I'm currently on a 10 speed Di2 6770, as well....

I'm currently on a 10 speed Di2 6770, as well. I've been thinking about the upgrade. There would be two big "advantages" for me:

1) The newer Di2 have synchro-shift, are much more customizable,...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-16-19, 10:40 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,357
Posted By helouwn

I just heard back. I was told: "Your setup is...

I just heard back. I was told: "Your setup is actually pretty easy and I would recommend our NGeco Cannondale setup since you are going to be using the same crank, same BB and just change your spider...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-16-19, 07:35 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,357
Posted By helouwn

I emailed Power2Max yesterday about a similar...

I emailed Power2Max yesterday about a similar question. I have an older Evo Ultegra Di2. It has FSA 50/34 rings on it (which are worn and need replacement anyway). The crank arms are Cannondale SI....
Forum: Road Cycling
08-13-19, 06:16 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 820
Posted By helouwn

I was looking at the Power2Max NG ECO. But it...

I was looking at the Power2Max NG ECO. But it looks like I can get one that fits most any chainrings and cranks. It does look like a good, cost effective power meter.

Will
Forum: Road Cycling
08-13-19, 06:13 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 820
Posted By helouwn

I was not. I'm a bit new to trying to take care...

I was not. I'm a bit new to trying to take care of things myself. In the past, I have generally taken it to my LBS for all maintenance.

Sounds like I should be getting a new chain, too.

Will
Forum: Road Cycling
08-12-19, 02:31 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 820
Posted By helouwn

Old Bike - Getting New Cranks / Chainrings

I've got an older Cannondale SuperSix Evo Ultegra Di2 (Ultegra 6770). I think it's a 2013. It is equipped with Cannondale Hollowgram SI cranks and FSA Chainrings (50/34). While there are newer bikes...
Forum: Touring
04-01-19, 12:38 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,126
Posted By helouwn

I just finished my tour (that I posted about...

I just finished my tour (that I posted about earlier in this thread). I wanted to come back here to tell you that it was amazing. The weather was perfect. The traffic was difficult in some places,...
Forum: Touring
03-20-19, 01:03 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 863
Posted By helouwn

I had never heard of warmshowers before that...

I had never heard of warmshowers before that post. I will check it out and see if I can't get some more information.

Thanks!
Forum: Touring
03-20-19, 08:05 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 863
Posted By helouwn

Compacted to it’s smallest, it’s 51”x12”x15”. The...

Compacted to it’s smallest, it’s 51”x12”x15”. The length of it is what is causing the expense (and this is just wrapping it in plastic for shipping without a box). I received quotes from UPS and DHL...
Forum: Touring
03-20-19, 08:00 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,126
Posted By helouwn

I am actually about to do a portion of your tour,...

I am actually about to do a portion of your tour, in the opposite direction, starting next week. I’m riding from Marseille to Siena, following the Mediterranean coast. I’m told the hills near Manaco...
Forum: Touring
03-20-19, 07:50 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 863
Posted By helouwn

Transport ?s - Flight to Spain, Train to France, One-Way Ride to Italy, Flight Back

This is my first one-way bike tour, and I’ve run into some transportation / shipping issues related to the bike bag.

I’ll be flying from the USA to Barcelona (British Air, which doesn’t charge...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-15-19, 10:31 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 7,571
Posted By helouwn

From 50/34 to 50/36

I have a 2014 Cannondale SuperSix Evo Ultegra Di2 (Shimano Ultegra 6700 components). It came with both 53/39 and 50/34 chainrings. While this may make me a "weaker" rider, I prefer the compact setup...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-25-19, 04:21 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 8,806
Posted By helouwn

I appreciate all the advice and feedback. By way...

I appreciate all the advice and feedback. By way of update, I found out something very strange about my cadence number: for some reason, zwift was reading it from my Tickr X (HR Monitor that...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-20-19, 05:14 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 8,806
Posted By helouwn

I’m learning this lesson the hard way. I thought...

I’m learning this lesson the hard way. I thought I was “in shape.” Getting on a bike and trying to ride for any extended period has demonstrated that, compared to many in the cycling community, I’m...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-20-19, 05:10 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 8,806
Posted By helouwn

I’ve been on a bike about three or four days a...

I’ve been on a bike about three or four days a week for a month. Admittedly, not a lot. I’ve internalized the advice of several of the responses to just push forward through the “beginner gains”...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-20-19, 05:07 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 8,806
Posted By helouwn

I feel pretty good about my max HR measurement....

I feel pretty good about my max HR measurement. It was derived on a track, with a chest strap, and another person holding the receiver, noting my HR every 100 meters during two 400 meter sprints...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-19-19, 02:02 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 8,806
Posted By helouwn

Thanks for the feedback and encouragement. This...

Thanks for the feedback and encouragement. This is a great community.

I guess I'll keep riding and give it another month before worrying about the numbers again. In the meantime, I'll try to focus...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-19-19, 11:04 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 8,806
Posted By helouwn

FTP / Cadence / Power Advice for Beginner

I've been a long time lurker here, but finding answers through search has always alleviated the need to post. I have run into a problem to which I haven't found an answer.


For years (since some...
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