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Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-02-09, 04:47 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 553
Posted By trin2du

Live Coverage this weekend!

Live coverage of the Gloucester Races and the Treviso World Cup this weekend. (http://cxmagazine.com/live-race-coverage-weekend-include-treviso-world-cup-gloucester)
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-14-08, 02:26 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,085
Posted By trin2du

Check out Van Dessel. www.vandesselsports.com...

Check out Van Dessel. www.vandesselsports.com (http://www.vandesselsports.com)

Any shop can order one. And the Holeshot, which I've been very impressed with so far would fit your budget, either...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-25-08, 10:48 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,525
Posted By trin2du

I just picked up a Hole Shot. Still working on...

I just picked up a Hole Shot. Still working on the build (Ultegra SL), but I was very impressed with the quality of the frame and finish. The shop I bought it through had done a few Gin &...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-10-08, 03:07 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 73,498
Posted By trin2du

Van Dessel now has a second cross frame at $599...

Van Dessel now has a second cross frame at $599 for frame/fork/headset.

http://www.vandesselsports.com/holeshot.html
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
04-10-08, 11:16 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 926
Posted By trin2du

Anyone know if they, uhh, unfarkled this yet? ...

Anyone know if they, uhh, unfarkled this yet? Not that I'm expecting a huge improvement on my time, just be nice to know exactly how slow I was going.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
04-06-08, 07:39 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 3,946
Posted By trin2du

The organization did seem to be lacking this...

The organization did seem to be lacking this year. At least last year the numbers were in order. And the dude holding the bikes at the start almost dropped me before the official started counting...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-07-08, 10:09 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,541
Posted By trin2du

I only paid $50 for mine.

I only paid $50 for mine.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-03-08, 07:55 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,541
Posted By trin2du

I don;t have any experience with the Position,...

I don;t have any experience with the Position, but I rode a Disipline Mountain Frame for a couple of years. For the price I found it to be a good deal. Strong frame, well made, good finish, just...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-28-08, 03:07 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 427
Posted By trin2du

It would depend on the manufacturer. There are...

It would depend on the manufacturer. There are going to be differences between one frame to another, regardless of the headset.

You should be able to make up the difference in spacers or rise in...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-26-08, 01:55 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 348
Posted By trin2du

FSA Integrated Headset

Got a new cross frame recently and it came with an integrated headset. FSA, not sure of the model, it's the cross version with the cable guide if that helps.

I've put headsets in before but never...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-23-08, 05:53 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,578
Posted By trin2du

Don;t you have the same issue with the TRPs and...

Don;t you have the same issue with the TRPs and some of the other brakes?
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-23-08, 04:42 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,578
Posted By trin2du

I'm still shopping around. I had settled on the...

I'm still shopping around. I had settled on the Tektro CR720's and went to the LBS to see if they could get them. As we were flipping through the distrbiutors catalog we came across these....
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-04-08, 10:30 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,578
Posted By trin2du

Awesome guys thanks. I was looking at the...

Awesome guys thanks. I was looking at the Cr-720's. I'm getting my frame (Van Dessel Hole Shot) through the shop that sponsors the road/tri club I ride with. The manager had a used bike I looked...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-03-08, 09:03 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,578
Posted By trin2du

That's the answer I was looking for. Good info. ...

That's the answer I was looking for. Good info. Thanks.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-02-08, 12:39 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,578
Posted By trin2du

Cross Brakes

My first cross frame should arrive in a week or so and I'm starting to debate some component choices. I have most of what I need, or at least know what I'm thinking of getting with the exception of...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-11-08, 10:09 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,891
Posted By trin2du

Sweet. I spent a couple of years (part-time) in...

Sweet. I spent a couple of years (part-time) in a shop in NJ. Great experience, great way to learn. Great way to convince yourself you need the hundreds of dollars of bike specific tools I have in...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-02-08, 03:14 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,891
Posted By trin2du

I've met a few of the Henry's guys. Ride for...

I've met a few of the Henry's guys. Ride for FSVS, sponsored by Henry's, but I live down south of Dover so haven;t gotten up there too often.
Forum: Triathlon
10-30-07, 01:50 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,147
Posted By trin2du

The ear flaps aren't bad, cut down on the wind...

The ear flaps aren't bad, cut down on the wind noise if nothing else. I tend to ride without the visor though. Plugs are just plastic finished to match the helmet.
Forum: Triathlon
10-23-07, 09:31 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,147
Posted By trin2du

Rudy Syton. Got the supercomp to give the option...

Rudy Syton. Got the supercomp to give the option of ear coverage. Very nice helmet, comfortable and light. Well ventilated and the front vents can be plugged. Definitely recommended.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-14-07, 06:42 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,107
Posted By trin2du

Yeah, it was a good day. I was able to get a...

Yeah, it was a good day. I was able to get a couple of things I needed (brand new DA rear derailleur for $50) but getting that old CSC jersey for directly from Bobby Julich was definitely worth it. ...
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-17-07, 12:04 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 609
Posted By trin2du

Just got a Gunnar recently. I'm happier than I...

Just got a Gunnar recently. I'm happier than I would have thought. Never giving this one up. Haven;t raced it yet, but I'm planning on doing a 24 hour in August on it.
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-17-07, 10:56 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,019
Posted By trin2du

I've gotten the bike out a couple of times and...

I've gotten the bike out a couple of times and haven;t had any trouble with this setup. Wheel removal is a little more involved though.
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-17-07, 10:54 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,129
Posted By trin2du

I have an S-30, never had any trouble with the...

I have an S-30, never had any trouble with the bushings. And the swingarm was drilled for disks to mount on the rear chainstay.
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-05-07, 07:30 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 655
Posted By trin2du

New headset will come complete with bearing cups...

New headset will come complete with bearing cups to be pressed in, crown race (the part that rests on the fork) bearings and all the other parts.

You're going to need some special equipment to...
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-03-07, 01:16 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 655
Posted By trin2du

Probably a new fork, new stem and new headset. ...

Probably a new fork, new stem and new headset. Just hope it's 1 1/8, if it's a 1" steerer good luck finding any of that.
Forum: Southeast
07-03-07, 09:50 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,040
Posted By trin2du

I've been posting everywhere I could think of to...

I've been posting everywhere I could think of to find ride info for our vacation next week. Glad to hear there are some options.
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-03-07, 07:48 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,019
Posted By trin2du

I've got one of these on a steel frame I just...

I've got one of these on a steel frame I just built up:

http://www.a2zcomponents.com/OLD-web/Adapter/adap01.htm

Works pretty well. You can usually find one or two on e-bay at $20-$30.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-03-07, 07:44 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 387
Posted By trin2du

Myrtle Beach

Gonna be in Myrtle Beach next week. Can anyone provide any info on rides or routes in the area? I want to know if there are some good roads, or if I should just plan on taking the trainer.
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-29-07, 11:11 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 14,627
Posted By trin2du

My condolences to friends and family. He's...

My condolences to friends and family. He's already missed.
Forum: Triathlon
06-25-07, 02:11 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 841
Posted By trin2du

The Garmin HR's come with their own strap. I...

The Garmin HR's come with their own strap. I don;t believe they work with Polar straps.
Forum: Triathlon
06-25-07, 10:01 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 841
Posted By trin2du

I'll second the Cateye Astrale 8 with cadence. ...

I'll second the Cateye Astrale 8 with cadence. Though now I've moved on to a Garmin Edge 305. If you're looking for cycling and HR functions in one unit, check out the Garmins, but be warned they...
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-23-07, 07:51 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 317
Posted By trin2du

Tubeless pressure

I'm doing my first ride on a newly installed tubeless setup and was wondering what pressure would be good to start with? At 175 I'm not real light, but I'm not exactly talking downhill or freeriding...
Forum: Triathlon
06-22-07, 09:16 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 891
Posted By trin2du

I wouldn't change tires right before a race. ...

I wouldn't change tires right before a race. Just take it easy in the corners and be especailly careful of metal surfaces (railroad tracks, bridge expansion joints, etc.) and the painted lines and...
Forum: Triathlon
06-22-07, 09:14 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 731
Posted By trin2du

I did a tri this weekend in water at 70 degrees. ...

I did a tri this weekend in water at 70 degrees. The vast majority did not wear wetsuits, and I didn;t find it very cold at all. What are the air temps supposed to be? The closer they are to the...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-21-07, 02:15 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 405
Posted By trin2du

I agree. 23 maybe a little small for you, but...

I agree. 23 maybe a little small for you, but try it. Though it says it may need tires, so it WILL need tires. Probably need a good tune-up maybe a chain and cassette. Won't take long for that to...
Forum: Triathlon
06-21-07, 11:23 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 891
Posted By trin2du

Use one towel to "mark your territory" and lay...

Use one towel to "mark your territory" and lay your stuff out on. Have a second towel on your handlebars to dry and wipe your feet as you come into transition. There should be room for your bag...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-20-07, 11:23 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 481
Posted By trin2du

Only way to know is to try it. You're probably...

Only way to know is to try it. You're probably OK and I have mismatched on occasion, but there is a difference in the width of the rotors from different manufacturers.
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-15-07, 01:36 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,055
Posted By trin2du

Yikes, I think you're right. I'm getting old. ...

Yikes, I think you're right. I'm getting old. I've been doing this whole thing longer than I thought.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-15-07, 01:28 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,656
Posted By trin2du

Have you ruled out pinch flats? How often does...

Have you ruled out pinch flats? How often does he air up the tires?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-15-07, 01:12 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 472
Posted By trin2du

Yeah, thanks. I've already got a press and the...

Yeah, thanks. I've already got a press and the adators. I've put in headsets before, just moving my CK over to a new frame and haven't used the adaptors. Eseentially, I've got all the pieces of...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-15-07, 12:36 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 472
Posted By trin2du

CK Headset install

Can anyone tell me how the CK adaptors are used with a Park headset press? I've looked around and can't really find any good explanations.
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-15-07, 11:53 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,055
Posted By trin2du

Cable discs will have the same maintenance...

Cable discs will have the same maintenance requirements we V's as the cables stretch/break etc. I've had hydraulics for almost 10 years, since Hayes and Magura first started production. I've since...
Forum: Mountain Bike Racing
06-11-07, 10:48 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,163
Posted By trin2du

Congrats on a good race. At least your...

Congrats on a good race. At least your priorities are in line.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-07-07, 01:40 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 406
Posted By trin2du

www.bikeman.com (http://www.bikeman.com) ...

www.bikeman.com (http://www.bikeman.com)

They have some 185mm rotors listed.
Forum: Triathlon
06-04-07, 02:01 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 999
Posted By trin2du

If you need to pick up your race packet, I'd get...

If you need to pick up your race packet, I'd get there as early as I can. Give yourself time to get everything together and not have to stress about being ready.

There will be plenty of others...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-04-07, 11:25 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 361
Posted By trin2du

I think you're looking at the dust cap on the...

I think you're looking at the dust cap on the cranks. Just remove that (should just unscrew) and there should be regular threads underneath.

Most road rims should work.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-22-07, 11:56 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 6,070
Posted By trin2du

Capaforma - Great so far. Though it seems to run...

Capaforma - Great so far. Though it seems to run small compared to others.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-22-07, 11:40 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,109
Posted By trin2du

I've got one at home. Used it for a long time...

I've got one at home. Used it for a long time and was very happy with it. I have a Park TS-2 now, but I still keep it around. Definitely a good stand.
Forum: Triathlon
05-21-07, 11:21 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 811
Posted By trin2du

Yeah, I wear a tri shorts and jersey under a...

Yeah, I wear a tri shorts and jersey under a wetsuit. Or just tri shorts if the water is too warm for a wetsuit. Check out trisports.com for some good examples.
Forum: Commuting
05-18-07, 02:02 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,355
Posted By trin2du

That's my strategy, pepper spray is too cruel for...

That's my strategy, pepper spray is too cruel for the animals, and too lenient a punishment for the owners.
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