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Forum: Road Cycling
09-23-23, 10:55 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,164
Posted By Rons

Pirelli tires

I posted a month ago looking for a solution to hard to mount Continental gp 5000 tires on Boyd prologue wheels. jaxgtr gave me some great advice. He recommended Pirelli tires.
I have been using the...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-31-23, 06:13 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 965
Posted By Rons

I'll be interested in how it goes.

I'll be interested in how it goes.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-28-23, 09:27 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 965
Posted By Rons

I just mounted a Pirelli P-Zero road tire on my...

I just mounted a Pirelli P-Zero road tire on my Boyd prologue carbon wheels. It mounted so much easier than the Conti's. Hope I like the wear and the performance. Thanks for all the responses to...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-27-23, 08:01 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 965
Posted By Rons

Thanks for the info Coach Boyd. I do like my...

Thanks for the info Coach Boyd. I do like my boyd wheels.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-21-23, 08:51 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 965
Posted By Rons

Thanks for the info

Thanks for the info
Forum: Road Cycling
08-18-23, 09:44 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 965
Posted By Rons

Boyd Wheels

I'm running tubes. Probably need to retape the rim because I'm sure at least 2 layers on there for the tubeless set up I don't use. Ill try a Pirrelli and see how it works. Thanks for the tips
Forum: Road Cycling
08-18-23, 05:22 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 965
Posted By Rons

Haven't tried the Pirelli's but someone else said...

Haven't tried the Pirelli's but someone else said they were easier to mount. How is the wear with the Pirelli's.
Thank you
Forum: Road Cycling
08-17-23, 07:04 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 965
Posted By Rons

Boyd Wheels

I have an older set of Altamont wheels. Continental tires are hard to mount but doable. I've never had to use tire levers with them. I also have a set of Boyd Prologue Carbons. I haven't found...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-03-21, 03:21 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 14,743
Posted By Rons

I run Latex tubes and Conti 5000. Great...

I run Latex tubes and Conti 5000. Great combination. It is my everyday set up. Just take a little time installing them. Make sure you can't see any pink as you seat the tire. also good to talc...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-19-20, 05:41 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 385
Posted By Rons

Put on some velox cloth tape. The rim strip on...

Put on some velox cloth tape. The rim strip on there looked good but changed just in case.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-18-20, 06:52 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 385
Posted By Rons

Bad Vittoria batch

I think I've gotten a bad batch of Vittoria tubes. I've ran Vittoria latex tubes for 3 years with very few problems but lately I've had several problems with new tubes.. I run 700x28 tires, what...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-23-19, 08:14 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,406
Posted By Rons

I bought a Domane sl6 last year and it is the...

I bought a Domane sl6 last year and it is the most comfortable bike I've ever ridden. Have conti 4000 28c with latex tubes on it.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-19, 12:04 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,072
Posted By Rons

19-24 latex tubes with 700x28 tires

Is anyone running the smaller (20-23) latex tubes with the wider tires. I have wider rims and run 700x28 conti tires. I read somewhere that you shouldn't use the smaller latex tubes with the wider...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-03-18, 06:34 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 379
Posted By Rons

Michelin Latex tubes with wide rims and 700 x28c tires

Anyone out there running Michelin Latex tubes with a 700x28c tire. I've ran the bigger vittoria latex tubes for a year no real problems. For some reason not many people stocking the vittoria's...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-27-18, 07:22 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,145
Posted By Rons

That might work. Thanks

That might work. Thanks
Forum: Road Cycling
07-27-18, 05:24 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,145
Posted By Rons

Pump won't fit on new carbon frame

I have a specialized air tool pump with the bracket that fits behind the bottle cage. I just got a new carbon domane and the pump rubs the frame. Does anyone know of a frame pump with bottle cage...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-11-18, 08:09 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,287
Posted By Rons

I weigh 200 and have a set of Boyd Altamonts. ...

I weigh 200 and have a set of Boyd Altamonts. They are a great wheel set at half the cost of your budget. You could splurge and go with their ceramic altamonts or switch to White Industries hubs on...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
04-11-18, 08:00 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,916
Posted By Rons

Cue sheet holder

I'm riding a club series this year that doesn't mark the routes. What do you folks use for a cue sheet holder? Thanks for the time.
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
04-11-18, 07:59 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 7,001
Posted By Rons

I know that Garmin elevation corrector doesn't...

I know that Garmin elevation corrector doesn't account for overpasses and small hills. I feel like my edge with the elevation correction turned off on the connect page is more accurate.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-07-14, 02:34 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,504
Posted By Rons

Also try hand washing the strap. Don't forget to...

Also try hand washing the strap. Don't forget to take the transmitter off. Usually not washing the strap results in drop outs but I have had spikes that went away when I rinsed the strap. 99% it...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-02-14, 07:17 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,970
Posted By Rons

Buy a good floor pump with a gauge. Then make...

Buy a good floor pump with a gauge. Then make sure you pump them to the wanted pressure every ride. I weigh 210 and I usually run 95 in the front and the back. I run 25's just because I think they...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-14-14, 07:06 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,621
Posted By Rons

Combination of bumping up the mileage and...

Combination of bumping up the mileage and possibly being dehydrated will bring on a UTI in my experience. Might want to back off on the saddle time for a little bit and really concentrate on...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-18-14, 06:35 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,342
Posted By Rons

I've found with my Brooks saddle I need the nose...

I've found with my Brooks saddle I need the nose up just a touch.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-17-14, 03:33 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,284
Posted By Rons

Rol Volant RT

Is anyone here using the Rol Volant R/T wheels. I'm thinking of upgrading and would like to have comments from someone riding Rol wheels. Thank you.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-17-14, 03:29 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 831
Posted By Rons

Rol Volant RT

Anyone here running the Rol Volant R/T wheels. I've been thinking of upgrading and would like someone who has used Rol wheels to comment on them. Thanks
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-06-14, 06:49 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,530
Posted By Rons

I have 105 derailleurs and shifters. It has...

I have 105 derailleurs and shifters. It has never shifted real good going to the bigger cogs on the cassette. The smaller cogs it shifts good. I backed out the B tension screw a very little bit...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
06-28-14, 08:20 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,101
Posted By Rons

Good % body fat scale that won't break the bank

I'm looking for a good body fat scale that is reasonably priced. Does anyone have suggestions. Thanks for any feedback.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-12-14, 02:53 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 764
Posted By Rons

Ok I'll tell him I'm on to him and that is...

Ok I'll tell him I'm on to him and that is straight from the Boss
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-12-14, 12:24 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 764
Posted By Rons

That sounds like good advice. Also I think the...

That sounds like good advice. Also I think the shop had some Chain-L the last time I was in there. I might just try it out. Thanks all for the info.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-12-14, 12:11 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 764
Posted By Rons

The chain has probably 500 miles at most. I'm...

The chain has probably 500 miles at most. I'm guessing that those two cogs are the ones I use the most. I think the 19 and 21 get the hardest use because I use them the most when on the hills. I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-12-14, 09:35 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 764
Posted By Rons

Noisy chain on cogs 14 and 19

I have a C-5700 Shimano 10 speed cassette with probably 3k miles on it. The chain is really noisy on cog 14 & 19 like it needs to shift. I have messed with the barrel adjuster but it doesn't solve...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-26-14, 06:44 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,815
Posted By Rons

Thanks for all of the input. I ended up ordering...

Thanks for all of the input. I ended up ordering a wippermann connex link and a SRAM chain.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-24-14, 06:11 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,815
Posted By Rons

Chain ?

Is there a problem running a SRAM or KMC chain with Shimano derailleurs? The shimano chains are a little higher in price and don't seem to wear well. I like the idea of getting the SRAM 10 speed...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-03-14, 05:28 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,082
Posted By Rons

I just replaced my chain and it had probably 2400...

I just replaced my chain and it had probably 2400 miles. I measured it and it was just past the sixteenth measurement that signals time to replace. The bike shop had a park chain measurement tool...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-02-14, 09:12 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,638
Posted By Rons

I have an Edge 500 and really like it. I have...

I have an Edge 500 and really like it. I have the bundle and really like the heart monitor. It gives you an accurate calorie burn and I think it helps me ride a little harder. Is it necessary,...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-02-14, 12:47 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,405
Posted By Rons

Open Pro Rims and Mavic Hubs

Is anyone running Mavic Open Pro rims with Mavic hubs? My LBS mentioned he sells this combo already pre-built . I didn't get too far into the conversation but was wondering what kind of price and...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-12-14, 09:03 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 10,723
Posted By Rons

Crap now I'm afraid to fly again.

Crap now I'm afraid to fly again.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-07-14, 12:45 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,265
Posted By Rons

Heart Rate Monitors

I'm just curious what heart rate monitor everyone is using. I've been thinking about getting one more just to see what my heart rate does on the long rides than really training with it. I have a...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-29-14, 09:36 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,143
Posted By Rons

If you are getting numbness it is probably more...

If you are getting numbness it is probably more to do with your set up than the saddle. You maybe stretched out too much and putting pressure in the wrong spot.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-16-14, 09:14 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,887
Posted By Rons

A year ago my BP was running around 130/88...

A year ago my BP was running around 130/88 average. I quit lifting wts competively and starting walking and cycling. My weight and BP came down quite a bit but last September for some reason it...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-16-14, 09:06 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,647
Posted By Rons

I want what I don't have. I bought a new year...

I want what I don't have. I bought a new year old Sectuer Comp last summer. It is a very nice bike. Now I dream of carbon. Buy the bike, ride it and love it.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-10-14, 08:35 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,793
Posted By Rons

You can't go wrong with Cat Eye. Reasonable...

You can't go wrong with Cat Eye. Reasonable price and very dependable.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-28-13, 02:39 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 5,700
Posted By Rons

3283 Bike 670 Walking 2014 Goals Less work,...

3283 Bike 670 Walking
2014 Goals Less work, more bike and walk the same.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-26-13, 03:14 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,754
Posted By Rons

Orbea makes a great bike. One item though on...

Orbea makes a great bike. One item though on many of the Orbeas there is only clearance to run 700x23c tires. To most people though this isn't an issue.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-24-13, 02:27 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,566
Posted By Rons

Cold weather gloves

I've been riding some in the cold weather. Once it gets in the 20 degree range I can't keep my hands warm. Do any of you have suggestions for some good winter gloves? I've tried several...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-29-13, 10:20 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,688
Posted By Rons

I bought the same bike this summer for $1350. It...

I bought the same bike this summer for $1350. It is a great bike but I think the shop will come down a little more.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-03-13, 07:31 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 11,902
Posted By Rons

It was pretty hot that day. I drank quite a bit...

It was pretty hot that day. I drank quite a bit but I will force myself to drink more on the longer rides. Thank you for the information.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-03-13, 06:40 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 11,902
Posted By Rons

Blood pressure after riding

I just finished reading the heart rate recovery thread. I don't use a heart rate monitor but have thought about getting one. I did take my blood pressure the other day after a 50 mile ride. It was...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-03-13, 06:22 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 696
Posted By Rons

Thanks guys. I suspected this but wasn't sure. ...

Thanks guys. I suspected this but wasn't sure. It feels good when pedaling.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-03-13, 05:07 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 696
Posted By Rons

Shimano 105 crank question

I have a 2012 Shimano 105 crank with about 500 miles on it. I'm just getting back into cycling. With the chain off the old Campy and Shimano cranks would spin forever. This crank is pretty tight...
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