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Search: Posts Made By: IamNed
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Forum: Fitting Your Bike
05-21-20, 12:41 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,610
Posted By IamNed

I've been messing with saddle tilt a lot this...

I've been messing with saddle tilt a lot this year. It's been fun, in a way. What I've ended up doing is putting the similar shaped saddles I have on my three main bikes as level as I can get the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-12-20, 08:49 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,498
Posted By IamNed

My 5'3" wife just got a 49cm Specialized Allez...

My 5'3" wife just got a 49cm Specialized Allez for Mother's Day. Her previous bike is a 1993 Bianchi Avenue that runs like a top, flat bar, but would fit much better if she was 5'. I'll be putting it...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-21-20, 07:47 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,996
Posted By IamNed

My butt will determine if my new found revelation...

My butt will determine if my new found revelation will hold up, but damb I wish the weather would warm up. In any case, I have an accumulation of 15 road saddles, five of which are Fizik, two of...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-21-20, 05:07 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,996
Posted By IamNed

By golly I believe that's correct.

By golly I believe that's correct.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-20-20, 07:57 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,996
Posted By IamNed

Recently bought a Fizik Arione, to add to my...

Recently bought a Fizik Arione, to add to my collection of Fizik's. This one is a large open. Didn't like it, kept tilting it down. Watched a youtube video recently that said there are no bad...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-23-17, 08:37 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,974
Posted By IamNed

FYI, I currently am running Gatorskin 28’s on my...

FYI, I currently am running Gatorskin 28’s on my 2013 CAAD10 5 (105’s) with no problems on fit. I don’t believe I could go any bigger, but put them on for winter riding.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-22-17, 06:31 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,497
Posted By IamNed

My wife used to struggle with a Schwinn MTB (and...

My wife used to struggle with a Schwinn MTB (and a few others I had her try) until I picked her up an older Bianchi Avenue hybrid that fits her for next to nothing on craigslist. I put an old Brooks...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-19-17, 07:41 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,504
Posted By IamNed

I've been waiting for this topic. I'm 6', well...

I've been waiting for this topic. I'm 6', well almost, 5' 11 and 3/4". I currently weigh 165. Best measurement I've done on sitbones is 105mm. I have pretty poor flexibility. I own a Aliante Gamma,...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-01-17, 10:21 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,863
Posted By IamNed

I upgraded from a 2013 CAAD10 to a 2014 Bianchi...

I upgraded from a 2013 CAAD10 to a 2014 Bianchi Sempre Pro with Ultegra. Really, I got a deal on it I couldn't pass up. I bought it in April a few months ago and have put 2900 miles on it. No regrets!
Forum: Road Cycling
07-09-17, 06:19 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,436
Posted By IamNed

For what its worth, that Pro Bike pump was on...

For what its worth, that Pro Bike pump was on sale or special awhile back and I picked it up off amazon for $3. It's been perfect but all I have done is test it. I carry a small inflater and one...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
06-21-17, 09:22 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,558
Posted By IamNed

I have the toughest time determining my inseam. I...

I have the toughest time determining my inseam. I have several marks on the wall ranging from 34 to 35 inches. I'm 5'11". My paid fitting set me at 34.25 inches. I've always set my saddle height to...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-20-17, 09:12 PM
Replies: 3,116
Views: 533,623
Posted By IamNed

Threw my bike in the car on work trip, and took a...

Threw my bike in the car on work trip, and took a longish lunch break south of Milwaukee.
https://www.pedalroom.com/p/bianchi-sempre-pro-33013_5.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
06-19-17, 10:22 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 9,131
Posted By IamNed

I've only done a group ride once with my fixed...

I've only done a group ride once with my fixed gear, and my intentions were to hang with the slower folks but ended up with the faster group that I normally ride with. Everybody seemed to be...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
06-15-17, 01:36 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,101
Posted By IamNed

I don't know if helpful, but I still own a 58cm...

I don't know if helpful, but I still own a 58cm Cannondale CAAD10 and just switched 2000 miles ago to a 57cm Bianchi Sempre Pro. Like you, I am a little over 5'11", with a 34" inseam, and the Bianchi...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-23-17, 07:58 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 8,826
Posted By IamNed

I have saddle art on my garage wall. I can't...

I have saddle art on my garage wall. I can't judge a saddle on comfort now until about 80 miles. Last Wednesday I rode 120 miles on a saddle I still don't think is perfect, but it gets me through...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-19-17, 07:05 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,496
Posted By IamNed

https://cygolite.com/product/dart-210-usb/ ...

https://cygolite.com/product/dart-210-usb/

Cygolite Dart. I use on my road bike due to it's smaller size and appears to do the job just fine in bright day light.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-13-17, 04:09 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,127
Posted By IamNed

Nice looking bike and the white looks awesome....

Nice looking bike and the white looks awesome. I'm a fan of CAAD's and that price is fine in any part of the country. Have fun with the bar tape when it comes in, then have fun with the bike. I know...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
05-13-17, 05:15 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 9,820
Posted By IamNed

Just my opinion, but if you are comfortable with...

Just my opinion, but if you are comfortable with the standover then you will be pretty close. CAAD's have a very horizontal top tube compared to more relaxed geometries. I also know that standover...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
05-13-17, 04:40 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 9,820
Posted By IamNed

A 2010 CAAD9 in size 52 has an ETT of 53.5cm....

A 2010 CAAD9 in size 52 has an ETT of 53.5cm. According to CompFitCalc and your measurements that may be a bit on the large size but doable. I have a CAAD10 that exceeds my CompFitCalc recommendation...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
05-12-17, 07:57 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 9,820
Posted By IamNed

If your measurements are accurate, and...

If your measurements are accurate, and competitivecyclist fit calculator is accurate, then you may wish to look at a Cannondale that has an effective top tube length of 51cm to 53cm in length. You...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
05-08-17, 06:36 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,820
Posted By IamNed

I'll chime in as no expert what-so-ever, but I'm...

I'll chime in as no expert what-so-ever, but I'm 5'11" with a 34.5" inseam, so we are pretty similar for sizing purposes. For further reference I run 78cm from the middle of bottom bracket to the top...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
05-06-17, 06:52 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,226
Posted By IamNed

I can't provide any feedback on the Flyer, but I...

I can't provide any feedback on the Flyer, but I do run a B17 on my Bianchi Pista fixed gear bike with 9cm of drop from top of tip of the B17 to the top of the handlebar. It's perfectly fine for my...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-04-17, 10:03 PM
Replies: 177
Views: 20,952
Posted By IamNed

If I venture on to your property, like an idiot,...

If I venture on to your property, like an idiot, then I accept your dog attack. On the street, I'll defend myself to my best ability. That includes avoiding roads where I have experienced aggressive...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-02-17, 11:36 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,411
Posted By IamNed

Embarrassing with the clutter, but these are my...

Embarrassing with the clutter, but these are my three work spaces:

1) Basement, warm in winter, cool in summer, leaks a little water when it rains:...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
04-27-17, 05:52 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,419
Posted By IamNed

Depends on how you are bending. Thanks for this...

Depends on how you are bending. Thanks for this thread by the way. My posture sucks in every day life, so when on my road bike I try to bend from the hips...arching my lower back. I haven't found the...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
03-21-17, 06:27 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,409
Posted By IamNed

This falls under the "any comments" of your post....

This falls under the "any comments" of your post. I recently purchased a Polar M450 and love it, but don't need directions while riding, and have no interest (I think) in downloading other's maps. It...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-20-17, 07:22 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 917
Posted By IamNed

Polar M450 is strictly Bluetooth.

Polar M450 is strictly Bluetooth.
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
03-20-17, 07:06 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,969
Posted By IamNed

Thanks, also noticed that on my elbows. Will pay...

Thanks, also noticed that on my elbows. Will pay attention to that on my next ride. I'm leaning against that cabinet trying not to fall over, so not sure if that's a factor. Thanks again.
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
03-20-17, 06:35 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,969
Posted By IamNed

Bike Fit Feedback

Partially because my weather won't warm up, I'm bored, but also just curious for feedback. Obviously these photo's aren't scientific but as close as I can get. Some basics: I'm 5'11" (180.3cm) with a...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-18-17, 06:02 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 890
Posted By IamNed

Not to be too critical, but something is off on...

Not to be too critical, but something is off on that bike. I'm no expert. Description is a 58cm with 650 wheels, but it looks like a 63cm bike. Very long head tube.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-11-17, 11:11 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,892
Posted By IamNed

The plethora of Garmins to choose from bothered...

The plethora of Garmins to choose from bothered me, and price. On the M450 after the ride I have all the route information I can desire. I have mine set with three active custom screens, but usually...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-11-17, 10:35 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,892
Posted By IamNed

You're doing a great job of describing why I love...

You're doing a great job of describing why I love my Polar M450.
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
03-11-17, 10:13 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 18,859
Posted By IamNed

I'll just pop in to say I'm 5'11.5" with a 34.25"...

I'll just pop in to say I'm 5'11.5" with a 34.25" inseam. Ride a 58cm CAAD10, and had a bike fitting three days ago because I as well always felt stretched out and uncomfortable...for 10K miles. I've...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-04-17, 09:43 PM
Replies: 1,370
Views: 268,331
Posted By IamNed

Thank you, I love the bike as well! I went...

Thank you, I love the bike as well! I went inexpensive on the handlebars and brake hoods because I wasn't sure if I would like the look. I did, and see no reason to change them. The handlebars are...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
03-03-17, 03:26 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,905
Posted By IamNed

My Metro500 interfered with my Cateye Strada....

My Metro500 interfered with my Cateye Strada. After a little trial and error, I now have the light mounted underneath my handlebar and no longer have a problem. As it turns out, I like having the...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-28-17, 10:29 AM
Replies: 738
Views: 105,411
Posted By IamNed

I put on tektro hoods and levers and lined up the...

I put on tektro hoods and levers and lined up the bottom of the levers with bottom of drop bar and poninted bar ends at the rear caliper. I think the photo angle makes them look high.

Spent very...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
02-27-17, 07:31 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,581
Posted By IamNed

I downloaded several free goniometer apps for my...

I downloaded several free goniometer apps for my iPhone 6 Saturday morning, and found "Goniometer Records" the best one to use. It, combined with a straight edge, gave me satisfactory 27 degrees.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-27-17, 07:18 PM
Replies: 738
Views: 105,411
Posted By IamNed

2013 CAAD10 105 waiting for warmer weather. ...

2013 CAAD10 105 waiting for warmer weather.
http://www.pedalroom.com/p/2013-cannondale-caad10-105-30080_4.jpg

My winter craigslist junk find project cleaned up, new cables and wrap, and the...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-26-17, 11:56 AM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,402,564
Posted By IamNed

2013 Cannondale CAAD10. New saddle, tape, brake...

2013 Cannondale CAAD10. New saddle, tape, brake pads, chain, cassette, wheels, bottle holders, cygolite hotrod in the back and dart in the front, 105 pedals, and new saddle bag. Tomorrow I'll install...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-26-17, 11:44 AM
Replies: 1,370
Views: 268,331
Posted By IamNed

2014 Bianchi Pista nerded up with front and back...

2014 Bianchi Pista nerded up with front and back lights, speedo, and Crane brass bell.
http://www.pedalroom.com/p/2014-bianchi-pista-30082_7.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
02-23-17, 08:14 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,505
Posted By IamNed

In my group, 3 to 4 miles per hour.

In my group, 3 to 4 miles per hour.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-21-17, 06:49 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,126,312
Posted By IamNed

Craigslist photo and my clean up after. 1989 (I...

Craigslist photo and my clean up after. 1989 (I think) Bianchi Strada LX. Threw a saddle and old tires on I had laying around and $60 in cables, chain, brake levers, bar wrap, vinegar, and elbow...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-21-17, 01:12 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,567
Posted By IamNed

As a follow up, took the bike for it's maiden one...

As a follow up, took the bike for it's maiden one mile voyage a few minutes ago. Other than dings and scratches and a tight rear wheel hub, rides very nice. Had a left over saddle from my Pista...
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
02-17-17, 10:24 PM
Replies: 343
Views: 47,121
Posted By IamNed

Well weird, I've been getting the "you have a...

Well weird, I've been getting the "you have a virus or something" lock screen and the voice, and have to Ctrl-Alt-Del then end task. The weird thing is I was unaware of a membership, and viewing site...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-17-17, 02:10 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,567
Posted By IamNed

OP. Because I discovered that the 700x28c...

OP.

Because I discovered that the 700x28c gatorskins that I thought would be perfect for this bike won't clear the front caliper, I just put on a couple of 700x23c.

But, wrestling the back...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-17-17, 12:34 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,567
Posted By IamNed

Thanks Dsbrantjr. I'm adding tools as I go, and...

Thanks Dsbrantjr. I'm adding tools as I go, and this is my 6th project/repair/tune up. Of all the bikes I've had over the years and the flats fixed etc, have never had such a difficulty getting a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-17-17, 12:21 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,567
Posted By IamNed

Thanks Clifford, I suppose I just want assurance...

Thanks Clifford, I suppose I just want assurance that the dropout should be 126mm. If so, then I'll either leave it as is or consider a way to cold space it another couple mm. I intend to either use...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-17-17, 10:26 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,567
Posted By IamNed

Older Bianchi Rear Hub Spacing

My for fun project that if I knew more would probably be more fun, but learning along the way.

Bianchi Strada LX, best I can determine is it is an '89. All original from looking at googled photos...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-12-17, 06:10 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,682
Posted By IamNed

I just went through weeks of "research" and...

I just went through weeks of "research" and reading and shopping looking for lighter wheels, deeper rims than my RS10's, and would pay a little more for carbon. Really, I wanted 50mm carbon rims to...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-10-17, 04:05 PM
Replies: 10,411
Views: 3,339,751
Posted By IamNed

Just wanted to add my 2013 CAAD10 105 I've owned...

Just wanted to add my 2013 CAAD10 105 I've owned since new. Just gave it a 10,000 mile re-fresh. My wife gave me a work stand for Christmas, so new cables and housing, cleaned up, lubed the noisy...
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