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Forum: Road Cycling
10-22-12, 01:47 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 837
Posted By Painful Chafe

5'8" with a 31" inseam. I was on a 54

5'8" with a 31" inseam. I was on a 54
Forum: Road Cycling
10-18-12, 11:18 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 837
Posted By Painful Chafe

I had a 2011 Synapse 5 and loved it. More than...

I had a 2011 Synapse 5 and loved it.
More than my Supersix HiMod I have now.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-02-12, 02:10 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,028
Posted By Painful Chafe

Drives me nuts when people have the opinion you...

Drives me nuts when people have the opinion you shouldn't upgrade anything until you are a 140lb runt.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-02-12, 02:07 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,028
Posted By Painful Chafe

How about he does both? Gets himself a set of...

How about he does both? Gets himself a set of good light weight wheels and keeps riding to take off pounds. I'm sure he realizes that loosing some weigh would be his best bang for the buck, but there...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-19-12, 10:05 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 4,972
Posted By Painful Chafe

huh??

huh??
Forum: Road Cycling
09-15-12, 01:26 PM
Replies: 2,831
Views: 684,844
Posted By Painful Chafe

I have Bontrager XXX bars, bottle cage and post....

I have Bontrager XXX bars, bottle cage and post. Bars are 175g, cage is 16g and post is 170.

Sram Red

Topolino CX2.0 wheelset- 1360g

Veloplugs

Michelin Latex tubes- 80g
Forum: Road Cycling
09-14-12, 09:52 PM
Replies: 2,831
Views: 684,844
Posted By Painful Chafe

Love it dude! I like the bold graphics they used...

Love it dude! I like the bold graphics they used on the frame. And the wheels look great on that bike. If you want to save a ton of money, check out Planet X Ultralight CNC brakeset. They have plenty...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-08-12, 11:40 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 503
Posted By Painful Chafe

Get yourself a torque wrench and a set of hex...

Get yourself a torque wrench and a set of hex sockets. Or you can just have a bike shop do it. I can't see them charging more than $30 or $40. They take about 15 minutes to change out in the worst...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-08-12, 11:34 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 503
Posted By Painful Chafe

Not bad. If they are in good shape, go for it....

Not bad. If they are in good shape, go for it. They are very easy to replace.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-08-12, 11:29 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 503
Posted By Painful Chafe

Yes. You can. How much is he asking?

Yes. You can. How much is he asking?
Forum: Road Cycling
09-07-12, 11:12 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 895
Posted By Painful Chafe

I prefer www.searchtempest.com/ ...

I prefer www.searchtempest.com/
(http://www.searchtempest.com/)
(http://www.searchtempest.com/)
When the results come up click on "All Cities Together" at the top of the results. It's easier to...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-07-12, 02:59 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 895
Posted By Painful Chafe

I think he has gossamar and is looking to upgrade.

I think he has gossamar and is looking to upgrade.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-06-12, 10:52 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 895
Posted By Painful Chafe

These are 170 50/39's: ...

These are 170 50/39's:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/FSA-SL-K-Carbon-Light-BB30-50-34-170mm-/290770422097?pt=Cycling_Parts_Accessories&hash=item43b3448951

These are 175 50/39...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-04-12, 12:10 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,320
Posted By Painful Chafe

The SL-K isn't going to shift as nice as the...

The SL-K isn't going to shift as nice as the Ultegra. But you mentioned Praxis rings. I have heard that they transform shifting on FSA cranks. Plus you will save about a half pound or more vs. going...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-03-12, 08:03 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,320
Posted By Painful Chafe

You would need an adapter. Shimano doesn't make a...

You would need an adapter. Shimano doesn't make a BB30 crankset. You will really save yourself some grief going with FSA BB30 cranks. SL-K's are decent and go for around $250 on ebay if you keep your...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-01-12, 04:28 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,721
Posted By Painful Chafe

Texas is doing great. How's SoCal doing...

Texas is doing great.

How's SoCal doing these days?
Forum: Road Cycling
09-01-12, 02:59 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 11,372
Posted By Painful Chafe

Check out Topplino CX2.0's They can be had used...

Check out Topplino CX2.0's
They can be had used for around $400-500.
They are indestructible, so I wouldn't have any problem buying used.
Great smooth ride and laterally stiff. And 1360g.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-29-12, 08:51 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 970
Posted By Painful Chafe

Time to find a new shop.

Time to find a new shop.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-28-12, 02:41 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,529
Posted By Painful Chafe

My answer to this question most always is...

My answer to this question most always is craigslist.

There are tons of truly under 1000 miles high end bike selling for half(or less) of their retail value. To me it's a no brainer. But I...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-26-12, 07:50 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 5,919
Posted By Painful Chafe

Because you change bikes more than I change...

Because you change bikes more than I change underwear. :thumb: LOL
Forum: Road Cycling
08-26-12, 12:42 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 575
Posted By Painful Chafe

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a129/HarryBalzak...

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a129/HarryBalzak/6302_original_tumblr_lrpktbhIDB1qb5gkjo1_400.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
08-20-12, 06:24 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,780
Posted By Painful Chafe

Have you decided on a crankset yet? You may be...

Have you decided on a crankset yet? You may be seeing some used Hollowgrams hitting ebay and CL this fall/winter since the new SI SL2 is out. Or do like I did to get some Hollowgrams. I waited for a...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-18-12, 10:36 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,780
Posted By Painful Chafe

Great bike. It looks great. Enjoy.

Great bike. It looks great. Enjoy.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-14-12, 09:12 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 549
Posted By Painful Chafe

I've got planet X brakes on my bike. They...

I've got planet X brakes on my bike. They replaced the Tektro dual pivot that come on the 105 equipped Cannondales(the ones on your bike, I believe). They stop better than the Tektro's, but I they...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-09-12, 01:20 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,750
Posted By Painful Chafe

I had a Synapse Carbon. I now ride a Supersix...

I had a Synapse Carbon. I now ride a Supersix Hi-mod with Red, Topolino wheels, Hollowgram Sl's, 13.8lbs, etc, etc, .....I miss the Synapse.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-08-12, 09:11 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 4,927
Posted By Painful Chafe

Looks great. And I need to give a BIG shout...

Looks great.

And I need to give a BIG shout out to River City. I had a Synapse Carbon that I didn't buy from them, it was purchased when I lived in Ct. The seatpost clamp broke. I called them...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-24-12, 08:45 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,276
Posted By Painful Chafe

Coolest bike EVER. Good job.

Coolest bike EVER.

Good job.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-21-12, 07:30 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,499
Posted By Painful Chafe

Didn't you say you had extra housing? Why didn't...

Didn't you say you had extra housing? Why didn't they try to use a piece a couple of inches longer instead of using a different type?
Forum: Road Cycling
07-14-12, 02:53 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 9,184
Posted By Painful Chafe

You? Using something that isn't aesthetically...

You? Using something that isn't aesthetically pleasing? Say it isn't so!
Forum: Road Cycling
07-07-12, 12:26 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,240
Posted By Painful Chafe

Get if fixed and you would have about $550 into...

Get if fixed and you would have about $550 into it. Sounds good to me for a frame that would sell for $1000.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-01-12, 06:02 PM
Replies: 154
Views: 11,227
Posted By Painful Chafe

Riding the MUP in Eugene OR 10am on a Saturday....

Riding the MUP in Eugene OR 10am on a Saturday. Two 50 year old women bums in an all out fist fight. One had her top ripped off by the other with all her 50 bum glory flopping around. It was pretty...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-27-12, 08:44 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,510
Posted By Painful Chafe

Don't worry about picking the wrong bike. They...

Don't worry about picking the wrong bike. They CR1 is a top level frame(as is the Felt) and Tiagra is more than adequate for 95% of the people who criticize it. I probably would have gone with the...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-13-12, 08:49 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,239
Posted By Painful Chafe

MSRP on the 2012 is $2450 BTW, to the OP:...

MSRP on the 2012 is $2450

BTW, to the OP: Synapse is a great bike. I had a Synapse Carbon 5 and loved it. The 2012 supposedly has a more supple ride with redesigned seat stays and new seat post.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-03-12, 11:53 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,989
Posted By Painful Chafe

It's all 2ndGen's fault. He started a feeding...

It's all 2ndGen's fault. He started a feeding frenzy with all the "Cult of CAAD" thing.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-03-12, 03:37 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 787
Posted By Painful Chafe

Brake feel is notably better than stock cables I...

Brake feel is notably better than stock cables I replaced. I can't tell you about shift improvement because I installed Red at the same time. I can tell you my bike shifts effortlessly.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-02-12, 01:49 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 567
Posted By Painful Chafe

Not a bad deal. It appears to be this one:...

Not a bad deal. It appears to be this one: http://www.bikepedia.com/QuickBike/BikeSpecs.aspx?Year=2004&Brand=Specialized&Model=Allez+Comp+Double&Type=bike

If so, it has a couple of generations ago...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-02-12, 12:24 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 567
Posted By Painful Chafe

Great deal, bro. Jump on it!

Great deal, bro.

Jump on it!
Forum: Road Cycling
05-23-12, 12:42 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 4,145
Posted By Painful Chafe

The one that hid my manboobs best. Just...

The one that hid my manboobs best.

Just kidding. Whatever is on sale and has a sturdy pocket for my gear.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-20-12, 12:15 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,646
Posted By Painful Chafe

It's the 41. What did you expect?

It's the 41. What did you expect?
Forum: Road Cycling
05-03-12, 07:23 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,915
Posted By Painful Chafe

Mine weighed 225.

Mine weighed 225.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-03-12, 02:51 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 9,538
Posted By Painful Chafe

Sell it and buy a Red BB30 crankset. You...

Sell it and buy a Red BB30 crankset.


You new someone was going to say it. But why not? You may loose a few $, but you will save on the adaptor and have the benefit of the stiffer BB30...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-16-12, 10:32 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,839
Posted By Painful Chafe

People giving you a hard time, huh? I would...

People giving you a hard time, huh?

I would expect to see it listed for around $2800.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-16-12, 10:17 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 604
Posted By Painful Chafe

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a129/HarryBalzak...

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a129/HarryBalzak/P1000586.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
04-03-12, 12:31 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,013
Posted By Painful Chafe

Lake

Lake
Forum: Road Cycling
04-01-12, 12:03 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,400
Posted By Painful Chafe

how about a Supersix Ultegra or Rival for around...

how about a Supersix Ultegra or Rival for around the same money. Make sure you ride them before you decide on the CAAD.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-27-12, 07:35 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 8,085
Posted By Painful Chafe

Come on, confess! You just wanted to show off...

Come on, confess! You just wanted to show off your car. :thumb:
Forum: Road Cycling
03-24-12, 07:03 PM
Replies: 2,239
Views: 568,616
Posted By Painful Chafe

Here is my Black Supersix HM. Topolino...

Here is my Black Supersix HM.

Topolino wheels
Cannondale SL crankset
Speedplay Ti
Bontrager XXX bars and seatpost
Toupe Pro
13.8 LBS as pictured
...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-21-12, 10:08 AM
Replies: 27,281
Views: 6,594,767
Posted By Painful Chafe

Did you put Shimano hoods on your Red?

Did you put Shimano hoods on your Red?
Forum: Road Cycling
03-20-12, 10:16 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 998
Posted By Painful Chafe

BTW, I had the Planet Bike LED on my Synapse seat...

BTW, I had the Planet Bike LED on my Synapse seat stay
Forum: Road Cycling
03-20-12, 07:50 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 998
Posted By Painful Chafe

Get a Planet bike Superflash stealth. It...

Get a Planet bike Superflash stealth.

It comes with a couple of different mounts and one of them fits nicely on the not so round seat stay.

And it is ridiculously bright.

Linky...
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