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Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
03-22-16, 02:23 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,578
Posted By thrllskr

Why would I possible think I could comment on...

Why would I possible think I could comment on here without a TROLL lurking.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-22-16, 09:11 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,550
Posted By thrllskr

I intentionally point my saddle to the left and I...

I intentionally point my saddle to the left and I ride a Brooks B17 because it compensates for my crooked body. You will get saddle sores if you have a seat that doesn't fit your body.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-22-16, 09:03 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,202
Posted By thrllskr

Bicycle fit is 100% waste of money. You are not a...

Bicycle fit is 100% waste of money. You are not a pro, and it is designed to scam your money, get you to buy new things for your bike, and rip you off! Don't waste your money.
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
03-22-16, 08:44 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,578
Posted By thrllskr

You will not gain any fitness in the next two...

You will not gain any fitness in the next two weeks. Do not over train, training time is over for your fleche. Commuting and maintaining your endurance as your have planned sounds great to me. Be...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
03-22-16, 08:38 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,795
Posted By thrllskr

Thanks for posting the pics and I think everyone...

Thanks for posting the pics and I think everyone has given some great tips to get ya rolling faster. Looking at your pics, you are pushing a big profile on your bike. IMO gears and a bike are not...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-22-16, 08:25 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,849
Posted By thrllskr

I only ride 700x28 and would never go back to...

I only ride 700x28 and would never go back to 700x25. With the wider rims they are making now the 28 is a perfect combo. I inflate my tires on the 28 to #75...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-21-16, 09:14 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,357
Posted By thrllskr

+1

+1
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
03-21-16, 09:11 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,953
Posted By thrllskr

Thanks for all the advice guys. For the time...

Thanks for all the advice guys. For the time being I bought a new B17 Standard Select, registered it online for the 10 year/100,000km warranty. Ethically, with 15K miles on the saddle, I felt it was...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
03-21-16, 09:04 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,795
Posted By thrllskr

#1...

#1 (http://www.bikeforums.net/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=1) What kind of tires are you riding? Tires can be the difference of riding through peanut butter and gliding on ice. If you have a...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
03-15-16, 06:27 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,953
Posted By thrllskr

I had never thought about lacing it. I have never...

I had never thought about lacing it. I have never done that but, I am sure there is a video on youtube on how to do it. I will look it up. It is very dry here so it was never in wet weather and I...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-14-16, 02:44 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 36,299
Posted By thrllskr

FSA = Junk!

FSA = Junk!
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
03-14-16, 02:23 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,953
Posted By thrllskr

The LBS I bought it from will return for store...

The LBS I bought it from will return for store credit or exchange. However, I am curious about the mileage of a Brooks. I don't want to be unethical and return the seat when it is just worn out from...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
03-14-16, 11:48 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,953
Posted By thrllskr

Can I ask you a question, my B17 is too saggy

I have a brooks B17, my first. Bought it about a year ago, it has about 15K miles on it, and it is saggy saggy. I have tried to tighten it up and it makes it more uncomfortable then ever. I think it...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
03-09-16, 12:08 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,696
Posted By thrllskr

I agree, no aspirin on the ride. When your hurt,...

I agree, no aspirin on the ride. When your hurt, listen to your body.
Pink bag, go for it. I don't know many randonneurs that care about looks over function.
Don't be afraid to ask for help or...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-29-16, 02:03 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,850
Posted By thrllskr

Pressfits are always going to creak. I replaced...

Pressfits are always going to creak. I replaced them on all of my bikes with these...no more problems...Wheels Manufacturing, Inc. (http://wheelsmfg.com/)
Forum: Commuting
12-31-15, 12:15 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 4,500
Posted By thrllskr

Thanks for all the input. New ideas and...

Thanks for all the input. New ideas and perspectives.
Forum: Commuting
12-28-15, 11:19 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 4,500
Posted By thrllskr

E-Bikes on my Commute - Bike lanes and MUP

There are stretches of my commute that it is clearly faster to use the MUP and bike lanes if you are on a bicycle. I have encountered a few e-bikes and I have not had positive experiences with them....
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
05-22-15, 10:37 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 27,896
Posted By thrllskr

I ride all over Colorado. I use a 11-23 in the...

I ride all over Colorado. I use a 11-23 in the plains (Eastern Colorado), 11-25 (skirting North and South along the foothills of Colorado), and use a 11-28 (Mountains in Colorado) in conjunction with...
Forum: Commuting
05-22-15, 10:18 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 8,201
Posted By thrllskr

I will not use anything but Bontrager AW3 HC Lite...

I will not use anything but Bontrager AW3 HC Lite and the AW2 HC Lite. For commuting I use the AW2 25mm in the front and the AW2 28mm in the rear. I do weight 190 and carry 15 pounds on the bike...
Forum: Commuting
05-13-15, 09:21 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,360
Posted By thrllskr

I have used a variety of top tube bags. I...

I have used a variety of top tube bags. I recommend this Top Tube Bags - eoGEAR Bags - Bags & Packs - CYCLING (http://www.eogear.com/index.php/cycling/bags-packs/eogear/eogear-top-tube-bags.html)
Forum: Road Cycling
04-02-15, 12:20 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,283
Posted By thrllskr

If you are willing to give natural prevention a...

If you are willing to give natural prevention a try...I make a mix of shae butter, tea tree oil, almond oil, and oregano oil. I used to have a problem with saddle sores.
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
04-02-15, 12:08 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,377
Posted By thrllskr

Haha sch- I have tried riding in the humidity......

Haha sch- I have tried riding in the humidity... I most likely feel the way about your conditions in the summer as you do mine in the winter.
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
04-02-15, 11:59 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,988
Posted By thrllskr

Gran Fondo's are pay to play. There are expensive...

Gran Fondo's are pay to play. There are expensive IMO. I would much rather do a Brevet and Poulaire with a local or out of state RUSA club. For a nominal fee I know I have friends all over the world...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
04-02-15, 11:42 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,377
Posted By thrllskr

First quarter 2015 January-683.41 miles ...

First quarter 2015
January-683.41 miles
February-689.19 miles
March-1,203.08 miles
I am off to a good start. Here in CO, January and February are the tough months to get the miles in because of...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-02-15, 11:34 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,141
Posted By thrllskr

I ride a B17 on all my bikes.

I ride a B17 on all my bikes.
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
03-25-15, 11:04 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,071
Posted By thrllskr

I eat lots of protein 2 days before. I eat high...

I eat lots of protein 2 days before. I eat high fiber the day before (I prefer beans). The day of the ride I carb up with massive amounts of oatmeal for breakfast, and carb up during the entire ride....
Forum: Commuting
03-25-15, 09:54 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 3,766
Posted By thrllskr

This is the United States of America, a land born...

This is the United States of America, a land born in blood with bravery, we must live by our national anthem..."O'er the land of the free and the home of the brave."
Don't let pacifists dictate your...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
03-18-15, 11:34 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,034
Posted By thrllskr

Glad to help out. I had some trial and error with...

Glad to help out. I had some trial and error with batteries. glad you did not have to go through that like I did. happy trails.
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
03-18-15, 09:49 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,034
Posted By thrllskr

I have been using this battery for 6 months and...

I have been using this battery for 6 months and have not had a problem. It is small, has a built in circuit to detect that needed amperage output, and I have been happy with it. Anker 2nd Gen Astro...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-16-15, 10:35 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,363
Posted By thrllskr

I had a ridley seatpost. I got ride of it, it was...

I had a ridley seatpost. I got ride of it, it was junk. There was no hope for it.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-12-15, 10:27 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,576
Posted By thrllskr

I do a lot of long distance rides and I know...

I do a lot of long distance rides and I know first hand that Rock-n-Roll Gold lube does not last more than 50-75 miles. I use Rock-n-Roll Blue and I have no problems. Or you can use Gold lube and...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
03-11-15, 06:55 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,059
Posted By thrllskr

Thanks for all of the input and suggestions. I...

Thanks for all of the input and suggestions. I have some reading to do and a decision to make.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-10-15, 12:51 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,186
Posted By thrllskr

I was defining the general statement and...

I was defining the general statement and correcting myself but, you would like to flame me for it. No good deed goes unpunished, thanks rms13.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-10-15, 12:42 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,186
Posted By thrllskr

Uh..SRAM..10 speed rear derailleur is compatible...

Uh..SRAM..10 speed rear derailleur is compatible with 11 speed brifter. The Shift-activation ratio is different for Shimano 11 speed rear derailleurs than is the 10 speed derailleur.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-10-15, 12:12 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,186
Posted By thrllskr

The Shimano 10 speed crank, chain rings, front...

The Shimano 10 speed crank, chain rings, front derailleur, and front (left) brifter are all compatible. You need to buy a new 11 speed brifter (right), a new cassette, new chain and rear derailleur....
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
03-10-15, 08:38 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,059
Posted By thrllskr

Tail light for 300, 400, 600, 1200K Brevets

I need input please. I do not have a dynohub. I have a blinking light that works fine for rides. I am in the market for a new solid red light for 300k+ brevets and Randos. I am getting rid of my...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-09-15, 08:59 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,236
Posted By thrllskr

I am going to disagree with most just to give...

I am going to disagree with most just to give another perspective. I use a a 50/34 and 11-28 with a short cage in the rear. I have tried a 32 in the rear with a medium cage and the loss in shifting...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-23-15, 12:39 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,229
Posted By thrllskr

Speaking from experience in doing "long rides" is...

Speaking from experience in doing "long rides" is making sure you are warmed up during the ride. I.E. you are cruising along at 85-90 rpm and only putting out 100-120 watts for an hour then... you...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-09-15, 11:13 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,134
Posted By thrllskr

Turzy, I have ordered wheels from Velomine. I...

Turzy, I have ordered wheels from Velomine. I would recommend that you basically re-build the wheel yourself. I found spoke tension tolerance to be very high with their build/assemble. Do you have a...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-05-15, 02:28 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,308
Posted By thrllskr

The OP was asking if anyone had used this...

The OP was asking if anyone had used this insurance. He nor I were looking for your financial advice.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-05-15, 01:32 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,308
Posted By thrllskr

I use Markel insurance which is the underwriter...

I use Markel insurance which is the underwriter for Velosurance. I have bicycle insurance on 2 of my bikes and have had claims on both. Never a problem with customer service or claims. I am willing...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
02-05-15, 01:16 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 8,723
Posted By thrllskr

The first thing I would look at is the front...

The first thing I would look at is the front rings. 46/36 on the CX bike.
Next thing, carbon is going to be more comfortable on long rides.
Also, if you damage a wheel, which happens, it is more...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
02-04-15, 06:47 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 9,689
Posted By thrllskr

I tested out cyclemeter lastnight. I had a .gpx...

I tested out cyclemeter lastnight. I had a .gpx file loaded in. I opened the map and cycelmeter showed the map of the area surrounding the route. If I tried to zoom in too far the resolution was...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
02-03-15, 03:15 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 9,689
Posted By thrllskr

I will test this out tonight because I might be...

I will test this out tonight because I might be wrong. I will post after some testing. :)
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
02-03-15, 02:59 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 9,689
Posted By thrllskr

95% of the time you do not need cellular or wifi...

95% of the time you do not need cellular or wifi on the map feature in Cyclemeter. I have had a few occasions when I had to turn on cellular to load a map when there was no GPS signal. Cyclemeter...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
02-03-15, 02:55 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 9,689
Posted By thrllskr

Ziplock baggies work just fine and your fingers...

Ziplock baggies work just fine and your fingers will still control the touch screen through the baggie.
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
02-03-15, 02:27 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 9,689
Posted By thrllskr

Op, I use: Wahoo HRM BT Wahoo Rflkt+ Iphone...

Op, I use:
Wahoo HRM BT
Wahoo Rflkt+
Iphone 5
Cyclemeter App
Cateye Ant+ Speed/Cadence
Anker Batter Charger

I run my iphone with cellular:off Wifi:off bluetooth:on
If I need a map I pull...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
01-28-15, 12:30 PM
Replies: 185
Views: 16,981
Posted By thrllskr

I have a Amazon.com : Bike Peddler Take A Look...

I have a Amazon.com : Bike Peddler Take A Look Cycling Eyeglass Mirror : Bike Peddler Take A Look Mirror Compact : Sports & Outdoors...
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