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Forum: Road Cycling
10-29-09, 07:36 PM
Replies: 407
Views: 24,492
Posted By karesz3

This issue is not just about bikes and cars. ...

This issue is not just about bikes and cars. Aggressive driving and road rage happens evey day all over the country. We (bikers) are of course much more vulnarable against cars, trucks. My problem...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-28-09, 08:51 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 6,745
Posted By karesz3

Haha, Hiker, I see your point. The prices are...

Haha, Hiker, I see your point. The prices are very high on gruppos thanks to the distribution model. Paying extra for better support and service is OK, but that price on the S2 is a little steep....
Forum: Road Cycling
10-28-09, 07:35 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 6,745
Posted By karesz3

Hiker, read this blog carefully: ...

Hiker, read this blog carefully:

http://range.wordpress.com/2009/09/03/oem-taiwanese-carbon-fiber-bike-companies/

I'm not knocking any of the big brands. All I'm saying is the biking industry...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-28-09, 07:24 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 6,745
Posted By karesz3

This blog is another good source for some...

This blog is another good source for some interesting info:

http://range.wordpress.com/2009/09/03/oem-taiwanese-carbon-fiber-bike-companies/
Forum: Road Cycling
10-28-09, 07:18 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 6,745
Posted By karesz3

Like I said, not the exact same design...

Like I said, not the exact same design (aesthetics), but technology wise, just do a quick search on the web. There are a lot of plastic bikes out there probably better or equal to your Madone:
...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-28-09, 07:13 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 6,745
Posted By karesz3

Not the same exact bike. They have to make some...

Not the same exact bike. They have to make some changes to shapes to make it a little different.
I feel bad for you if you paid full retail for your plastic frame. BTW, I'm always wondering how...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-28-09, 05:10 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 6,745
Posted By karesz3

It’s all personal preference; there is absolutely...

It’s all personal preference; there is absolutely no measurable performance advantage to either system. I’ve been riding a Look 595 for about a year now, and the integrated seat mast design is...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-22-09, 02:17 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,741
Posted By karesz3

rotundo

Rotundo is great. It has a longer reach, so you can actually use a lot more hand positions. It's also very stiff.
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Forum: Road Cycling
08-17-09, 08:15 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 8,155
Posted By karesz3

Generic Carbon Frames

From listening to people in the bike business, it appears that there is a huge difference in quality between a factory in China vs. Taiwan. It's apples to oranges since the Taiwanese quality is way...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-31-09, 07:27 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 568
Posted By karesz3

Frame Size

You can't compare TT length without knowing the seat tube angle.
Steeper SA will result in a longer reach because you have to move your saddle back in order to achieve the same position relative to...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-26-09, 08:04 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 51,089
Posted By karesz3

Thanks, It's a tough choice, but I would say...

Thanks,
It's a tough choice, but I would say stick to Ti if you're not switching frames every 2 years. I personally don't like the new Giant's design, those beefy tubes look like 2X4s. The wheels...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-25-09, 08:06 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 51,089
Posted By karesz3

Ti Bikes

Ti is my favorite material. I owned a lot of high-end frames, but nothing beats Ti if you're thinking about keeping it longer than 2 years. The Lynskey's are great to deal with, but you also want...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-11-09, 08:36 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 8,437
Posted By karesz3

Look

The black and white was the lighter one built with Campy Record and carbon stem/bar.
I don't have that bike anymore, I couldn't justify having 2 high end bikes. I ride size 56 (Look calls it a...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-11-09, 07:31 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 8,437
Posted By karesz3

Look

I think you should first figure out if the geometry fits you. The 595 and 586 have slightly different geos, so that's where most people feel the difference. According to Look, the 586 is more...
01-08-09, 09:18 PM
Replies: 5,146
Views: 3,433,135
Posted By karesz3

Look 595

Crit Machine:
91351
91352
My climbing Bike:
91353
Forum: Road Cycling
08-27-08, 06:27 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 996
Posted By karesz3

Oval Concept

They are one of the best stems I've tried. The reversed screws are not hype. They really work, and you don't worry about overtightening.


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08-26-08, 08:59 PM
Replies: 5,146
Views: 3,433,135
Posted By karesz3

Look 595

http://postthatpic.com/files/1179/look_595_r1.jpg

http://postthatpic.com/files/1179/right_1.jpg

http://postthatpic.com/files/1179/Look/lynskey.jpg



Unfortuantely, I sold the Lynskey, but...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-24-08, 11:05 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,803
Posted By karesz3

Based on your measurments, I would take the 56cm....

Based on your measurments, I would take the 56cm. Any chance that the demo bike you tried had a setback seatpost?
Also, what was the stem length?
Investing in a proper fit is a good idea, but not...
07-17-08, 09:33 AM
Replies: 176
Views: 11,592
Posted By karesz3

Well, this is what you get when you want to see...

Well, this is what you get when you want to see guys ride fast over mountains for 3 weeks.
The human body is not built like that. Without all the chemicals, the 3rd week would be like a local Cat 4...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-15-08, 08:10 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,650
Posted By karesz3

The fit doesn't look too bad. You need to first...

The fit doesn't look too bad. You need to first find the proper seat height and setback (seat to bottom bracket position). A 58cm Trek is not the same as a 58cm (whatever else) because they size a...
07-08-08, 08:19 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,085
Posted By karesz3

Frame Geometry

I read the article, and I found it interesting how he chose a Large frame with a 140mm stem.
I guess he needed the extra drop and stiffness that the smaller frame would potentially give.
At the end...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-25-07, 07:02 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 630
Posted By karesz3

Component Suggestion

I would get the 2007 Campy Chorus group over SRAM or DA. I think the SRAM is a little pricy for a first generation group that is not yet proven for long term durability, and DA does not hold up as...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-23-07, 05:42 PM
Replies: 176
Views: 11,986
Posted By karesz3

Mod edit: large pics deleted. OP, feel free to...

Mod edit: large pics deleted. OP, feel free to post more reasonably sized versions of pictures.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-07, 07:35 PM
Replies: 176
Views: 11,986
Posted By karesz3

Campy

I've been riding Campy Chorus pretty hard for many years now, and I never had any issues with it.
Is this your post?
http://bikeforums.net/showthread.php?t=295924&highlight=lynskey

It seems like...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-16-07, 06:29 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,094
Posted By karesz3

Lynskey

You almost got it perfect. The only thing you need to change is getting a Lynskey Level 3 instead of level 2. You will love that bike, and it will love you back for a very long time:
...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-11-07, 06:10 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,873
Posted By karesz3

Black bar tape is just as dirty as the white one;...

Black bar tape is just as dirty as the white one; you just don't see it.
Then you end up putting all that filth in your mouth as you munch on your power bars. I'd go with white bar tape and keep...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-06-07, 11:29 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 630
Posted By karesz3

I got my Lynskey through a local dealer a few...

I got my Lynskey through a local dealer a few months ago. I believe the L3 promotion was similar to the current L4 deal (20% off), but it ended about a week ago. I rode the Mavics for a long time,...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-03-07, 06:23 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 630
Posted By karesz3

The Housblend Level 3 is what I ride. I did a...

The Housblend Level 3 is what I ride. I did a lot of research, and it is the best frame they make performance and aesthetics wise in my opinion. It is plenty stiff, but the ride is extremely silky...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-02-07, 07:24 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 630
Posted By karesz3

http://postthatpic.com/files/1179/Lynskey/right_si...

http://postthatpic.com/files/1179/Lynskey/right_side3.jpg

http://postthatpic.com/files/1179/Lynskey/bottom_bracket1.jpg



A couple of things: It sounds like you are an accomplished rider with...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-28-07, 01:15 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,870
Posted By karesz3

LS Deal

You could bring that price down a little, but make sure you're buying what you're looking for. This bike appears to be 2000 or 2001 since it has the traditional headset. I actually prefer this...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-16-07, 08:13 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,695
Posted By karesz3

http://lynskeyperformance.com/testimonials/ ...

http://lynskeyperformance.com/testimonials/

I ride a Level 3, and it's awesome.

Cheers
Forum: Road Cycling
01-13-07, 04:29 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 10,227
Posted By karesz3

Nice pictures Nessism. I think the close-ups...

Nice pictures Nessism.

I think the close-ups can show you that the Lynskey DOs are actually pretty beefy:

http://postthatpic.com/files/1179/Lynskey/do_3.jpg...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-12-07, 08:15 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 10,227
Posted By karesz3

In your spare time (when you're not building...

In your spare time (when you're not building frames in your garage), you could try to grab a picture of the dorp-outs you're talking about. I can take some measurements on my new frame (Level 3...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-08-07, 08:12 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 10,227
Posted By karesz3

You'll be happy with the Lynskey. I think the...

You'll be happy with the Lynskey. I think the curved seat-stays are actually funtional in this case, and the head-tube height is perfect (15cm). I can basically eliminate all spacers since I'm...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-07-07, 06:03 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 10,227
Posted By karesz3

Medium/Large house blend frame (you can see the...

Medium/Large house blend frame (you can see the geometry on their site). It would be a 55/56 cm in traditional sizing.
The frame was surprisingly light. The level 3 is actually lighter than the...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-07-07, 05:34 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 10,227
Posted By karesz3

Lynskey

I just got my house blend Level 3 Lynskey. I rode just about every high end frame before, adn I can tell you that the Lynskey is by far the best bike I've had. It's smooth but stiff at the same...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-29-06, 08:29 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,334
Posted By karesz3

Thanks, The Simi Valley ride looks great. ...

Thanks,

The Simi Valley ride looks great. Is anyone planning to ride it this coming Saturday?
Forum: Road Cycling
11-29-06, 07:35 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,334
Posted By karesz3

Thanks Fixer, I'll be staying here: los...

Thanks Fixer,

I'll be staying here:
los angeles, CA 90036
http://maps.google.com/maps?hl=en&q=los%20angeles%2C%20CA%2090036&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8&sa=N&tab=wl

I think it's pretty close to...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-29-06, 07:25 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,334
Posted By karesz3

Thanks, I think I'll be only a couple of...

Thanks,

I think I'll be only a couple of miles awaw from this shop:
http://www.hollywoodprobicycles.com/index.php
Forum: Road Cycling
11-29-06, 06:58 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,334
Posted By karesz3

Los Angeles Area Group Rides

Does anyone know about any group rides in the LA area? I'll be in town for a few days, and I'd love to ride with a local group.

Thanks,

karl
12-25-05, 07:27 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 5,750
Posted By karesz3

You may want to try a Cat 5 race just to get a...

You may want to try a Cat 5 race just to get a taste, but I would highly recommend staying away from Cat 5 races as much as possible. It is way more dangerous than any other cats. You will get a...
10-27-05, 08:36 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,755
Posted By karesz3

After reading this, I wish all teams would forget...

After reading this, I wish all teams would forget about the TDF and compete only in the Giro:

http://www.cyclingnews.com/road/2006/tour06/?id=/news/2005/oct05/oct27news3b


Cheers
Forum: Road Cycling
10-05-05, 04:29 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,426
Posted By karesz3

I've been riding the RC4 (Blue Comp Cycles) for a...

I've been riding the RC4 (Blue Comp Cycles) for a couple of months now. It's a great ride. I had some very high end bikes including a Fondriest Carbon Lex before. The RC4 is as good as any other...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-10-05, 08:13 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 609
Posted By karesz3

Blood Sweat and Gears Ride in NC

I just registered for this ride, and now I'm thinking about possibly renting a bike instead of traveling with my own. Can anyone recommend high quality shop in the Boone, NC area?

Thanks.
05-03-05, 05:42 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,005
Posted By karesz3

I think LA's retirment will actually help the...

I think LA's retirment will actually help the sport here. He will be able to focus more on other things and promote the sport through different chanels. I maybe overly optimistic, but he could...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-21-05, 08:09 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 956
Posted By karesz3

Moots Vamoots SL. Cheers

Moots Vamoots SL.

Cheers
Forum: Road Cycling
03-21-05, 06:42 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,518
Posted By karesz3

I see that they keep improving the six 13. It's...

I see that they keep improving the six 13. It's almost back to 100% Al, so I wonder when C'dale will pick a new name for it. BTW, noone really can tell the difference between a good Al or carbon...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-19-05, 03:16 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 7,840
Posted By karesz3

I reluctantly got my super expensive road...

I reluctantly got my super expensive road machine. Before that, I rode a more affordable bike that did the job just as well. There are some hopeless idiots on the road, and they behave the same way...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-16-05, 07:17 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,821
Posted By karesz3

Nice to see an honest shop finally take time to...

Nice to see an honest shop finally take time to fit someone instead of pushing their current inventory.
With a 33 inseam, you should be on the 58cm Trek.

Cheers
Forum: Road Cycling
03-16-05, 07:14 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 7,958
Posted By karesz3

Since you spent a ton of cash on your new bike,...

Since you spent a ton of cash on your new bike, you should get the shop order you the right frame size.

Anything under a 100mm stem is not optimal.


Cheers
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