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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-26-24, 06:41 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 653
Posted By huffman

I do power reds (doubles) and have few issues...

I do power reds (doubles) and have few issues even in my mid 60’s, maybe I am just lucky. 3 weeks before donation I add tons of spinach to my diet. I eat steamed vegis, salads, a lot of chicken,...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-24-24, 07:10 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,039
Posted By huffman

Wow, gonna anodize a ti frame. Please post pix...

Wow, gonna anodize a ti frame. Please post pix and pm me when it’s done. I had the royal anodizing done but the whole frame is something I want to see.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-21-24, 06:56 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,039
Posted By huffman

FWTW I bought a Litespeed Watia with GRX810 2x...

FWTW I bought a Litespeed Watia with GRX810 2x Di2 just to ride on the road and really like it. Di2 is AWESOME. After I replaced the aero bar I told Litespeed not to put on the bike & went to a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-13-23, 09:15 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,362
Posted By huffman

That is correct, confirmed by Ritchie. Wires,...

That is correct, confirmed by Ritchie. Wires, like brake lines, will have to run under the bar tape.
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-13-23, 06:55 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,362
Posted By huffman

So the answer is, there is no clear answer. The...

So the answer is, there is no clear answer. The frame is externally routed but the hose goes through the fork leg and possibly through the bars nearer to the levers so they couldn't have used...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-12-23, 09:32 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,362
Posted By huffman

Good point. Hard to tell but it does feel like...

Good point. Hard to tell but it does feel like the hose goes in where the bar starts to bend. But why wouldn't it route into the hole shown in the photo?

FSA RD-301S/CCH/Di2
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-12-23, 09:16 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,362
Posted By huffman

Brake lines not routed through the handlebar

Just bought a new bike built up the way I wanted it. Flipped it over to get the serial number off to see the brake hoses are routed under the bar tape, not in the bar. The bar is Di2 compatible, the...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-24-23, 07:39 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,290
Posted By huffman

I spent 6+ months waiting for a Grilz 7 and gave...

I spent 6+ months waiting for a Grilz 7 and gave up. I ride size large mountain bikes and a 57 cm road bike so being told I am size med borderline small at 5' 11" I walked and bought a Litespeed....
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-01-23, 04:33 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 728
Posted By huffman

I am surprised they still put square taper BB on...

I am surprised they still put square taper BB on bikes. How much difference can there be in the cost.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-21-23, 10:47 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,290
Posted By huffman

That’s an understatment. Availability constantly...

That’s an understatment. Availability constantly gets pushed back, was hoping for a blue Endurance Di2 but after waiting months it simply disappeared from the website. One bike writeup says Fulcrum...
Forum: Southeast
06-17-23, 06:13 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,063
Posted By huffman

We've been going to the Crystal Coast (Atlantic...

We've been going to the Crystal Coast (Atlantic Beach, Emerald Isle, Pine Knoll Shores) for 45 years, I've ridden countless miles there, the speed limit is 35, there are a few 45 zones, don't speed...
Forum: For Sale
06-13-23, 06:30 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,159
Posted By huffman

Still for sale.

Still for sale.
Forum: For Sale
04-03-23, 06:33 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,159
Posted By huffman

Yes it is.

Yes it is.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-23-23, 02:42 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,214
Posted By huffman

Determining a bikes seating position

I'm wanting to replace my 2002 Litespeed Arenberg with a new bike but want a more upright seating position & larger tires for comfort. Have already raised the stem & lowered my tire pressure. Can I...
Forum: For Sale
09-22-22, 01:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,159
Posted By huffman

**SOLD** 2002 Litespeed Arenberg 57 cm

****SOLD****

2002 Litespeed Arenberg, 3Al-2.5V Titanium frame w head badge, enhanced riding comfort with the arched seatstays, integrated headset, full carbon Litespeed fork. Ultrega front & rear...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-04-22, 05:39 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 635
Posted By huffman

Tire size limitations

I ride a 21 yo Litespeed and have come to the realization the older bikes were designed to run smaller tires, 25 max on the rear of mine and it rubs when climbing out of the saddle. The current trend...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-04-22, 05:20 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 595
Posted By huffman

He lives in Montana so I can’t help, he’s going...

He lives in Montana so I can’t help, he’s going to a LBS to get a 25 & 28 take off old tire to test.

Wish those older bikes took larger tires. I have a 2001 Litespeed Arenberg and am running a 25...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-03-22, 06:03 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 595
Posted By huffman

@2001 Litespeed Ultimate rear tire

A friend just got a free Ultimate in pristine shape sans rubber from around 2001 and with the current trend in larger tires was asking how big can he go. Any owners out there have any insight?
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-10-21, 07:30 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,331
Posted By huffman

Lake wide. Bought a pair for road riding and...

Lake wide. Bought a pair for road riding and liked them so much bought a pair of their mountain shoes.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-04-21, 07:26 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,524
Posted By huffman

I have ridden the C&O twice, the last time in...

I have ridden the C&O twice, the last time in 2001. Great ride, I hope to do it again next year, was set to ride it last year (2020) but we know why that didn't go down. Must be nice to live so close...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-21, 01:05 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,592
Posted By huffman

I think the company that bought Performance got...

I think the company that bought Performance got Nashbar too. West coast company now so as a Carolina resident shipping time is longer. Performance & Nashbar seem to have become outlets for leftover...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-28-21, 07:27 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,424
Posted By huffman

What’s the price? My 1 Up has been the best rack...

What’s the price? My 1 Up has been the best rack I have ever owned and in 50 years of biking I have used a bunch. It blows my mind how many I see.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-26-21, 06:54 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 18,627
Posted By huffman

Been riding with a friend for 30+ years, he's...

Been riding with a friend for 30+ years, he's heavy but not obese with powerful legs and tends to crunch big gears, he's hard on bikes. He's broken several frames over the years but the only broken...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-25-21, 04:34 PM
Replies: 111
Views: 7,206
Posted By huffman

I have not had time to test this with road riding...

I have not had time to test this with road riding so take it with a grain of salt and I feel the difference there will be minimal, unless you live in Colorado. I use a Garmin Edge 500 & a Garmin...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-17-21, 07:46 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,465
Posted By huffman

My mom had furniture/dishes (5 sets of...

My mom had furniture/dishes (5 sets of china)/clothes/etc. from 4 other family members in her house when she passed. We hired a company to come in and do an estate sale. Best move we ever made. If I...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-23-21, 05:40 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 759
Posted By huffman

My Garmin HR premium strap was never accurate...

My Garmin HR premium strap was never accurate would read crazy high numbers. Was gonna throw everything away until I saw a thread saying to get a generic strap off Amazon, bought a Livlov V3 strap...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-15-21, 03:06 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 839
Posted By huffman

If you buy a Garmin get a Magene S3+ Speed Sensor...

If you buy a Garmin get a Magene S3+ Speed Sensor off Amazon for $20. Garmin has 1 but it's $33 yet does the same thing. The Magene paired with my Edge 500 & Instinct watch (not a very good watch)....
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-01-21, 11:38 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,835
Posted By huffman

I'll second Pro Wheel Builders, great people,...

I'll second Pro Wheel Builders, great people, willing to talk with you to find out exactly what you need. I had them rebuild a AC Wide Lightning rear hoop with a Hope hub. After several years of hard...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-29-21, 04:28 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 6,325
Posted By huffman

Family yes, but only with my backup bikes. I let...

Family yes, but only with my backup bikes. I let a friend bring a coworker on a ride and I loaned him my backup mountain bike, 300 yards into the ride he had destroyed the rear derailleur, chain,...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-11-21, 08:52 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,125
Posted By huffman

Sue them is my suggestion, they cancelled a...

Sue them is my suggestion, they cancelled a second time an you get hit with a $150 admin fee. I'd search for others in your same boat and consider a class action lawsuit.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-07-21, 03:26 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 7,315
Posted By huffman

I try my best to forget everything in my life &...

I try my best to forget everything in my life & just concentrate on the road or trail in front of me as an escape. Etherial instrumental music helps to keep me focused on the ride. While I sometimes...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-04-21, 11:37 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 6,763
Posted By huffman

8 cylinder Mercury Cougar, wish I had that car...

8 cylinder Mercury Cougar, wish I had that car back, along with my Ford Grand Torino with the big V8. Getting out of the school parking lot was a nightmare, poor planning. On a bike I could bypass...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-02-21, 06:27 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 6,763
Posted By huffman

I rode all through high school except for bad...

I rode all through high school except for bad weather. I could get away from school faster on my bike than I could my car.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-27-20, 12:24 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,383
Posted By huffman

Black Magic Bleche-White in a spray bottle at...

Black Magic Bleche-White in a spray bottle at most automotive stores.

My preferred method: spray it on, let it sit a moment, scrub with a brush, run the chain through a chain cleaner with the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-25-20, 03:38 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,548
Posted By huffman

Thank you for your help, in 10 minutes after...

Thank you for your help, in 10 minutes after posting I got an answer and you both are correct.

FYI I put in a help ticket where I BOUGHT the parts hours before posting here, no correct answer from...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-21-20, 11:34 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 696
Posted By huffman

There are no photos attached.

There are no photos attached.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-19-20, 06:58 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,548
Posted By huffman

So this will solve the issues? ...

So this will solve the issues?

https://www.jensonusa.com/SRAM-Truvativ-Team-GXP-Bottom-Bracket
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-19-20, 04:27 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,548
Posted By huffman

SRAM GX 1000 2x10 issues

Bought a new drivetrain for my 2010 Niner Jet 9, it has a 68 mm threaded bottom bracket. I bought a SRAM GX 1000 GXP 2 x 10 speed crankset, Shimano XT BB-MT800 bottom bracket, chain & cassette. I...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-12-20, 07:18 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 11,380
Posted By huffman

I may jump in

I had been holding off because I would have to go from a 70 mm stem to a 90 but just noticed they now offer an 80 mm. Was fixing to take off my carbon aero bar and going back to a round aluminum bar....
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-04-20, 08:53 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,766
Posted By huffman

Road Fan you mentioned the waist coming down, I...

Road Fan you mentioned the waist coming down, I used to have that issue too. Was in a Performance store and they had Ultra bibs on sale so I bought a pair. After wearing them several times I never...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-03-20, 07:04 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,766
Posted By huffman

Thanks for posting the link to Aero Tech, I did...

Thanks for posting the link to Aero Tech, I did not know about them. Wish they made some of their bibs in all medium blue like some of the shorts. My lower back really heats up on late afternoon...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
06-17-20, 05:59 AM
Replies: 139
Views: 29,177
Posted By huffman

Glad I stumbled across this thread. I'm 5' 11"...

Glad I stumbled across this thread. I'm 5' 11" and am rebuilding the drivetrain on my Litespeed with 172.5 9 speed cranks, can not get 172.5s anymore. Was about to order 175s until I saw your...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-17-20, 05:01 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,815
Posted By huffman

Well it looks like Sora R3000 is the only 9 speed...

Well it looks like Sora R3000 is the only 9 speed crankset available but not available in 172.5 so I gotta go 170 or 175 but not sure which but thinking 175. It’s a 57cm frame and I use Speedplay...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-16-20, 02:56 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,815
Posted By huffman

Was looking for 105 but looks like Sora may be my...

Was looking for 105 but looks like Sora may be my only choice. Currently running 172.5 but a quick search I don't see any. May move to a 175, both my mountain bikes have 175 cranks so shouldn't be a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-16-20, 06:18 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,815
Posted By huffman

11 speed crank compatible with a 9 speed drivetrain

Changing out the drivetrain on my 2001 Litespeed Arenberg with an English threaded bottom bracket. It currently has a Shimano 105 SG-X crankset, 24 mm spindle, with 39B-53B chainrings. The cassette...
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-14-20, 12:03 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 638
Posted By huffman

Go from 26T to 24T or 22T

At the end of a ride today my crank arm came off & the threads are damaged. It is a set of SRAM GXP 2x10 cranks bought used I put on a 2010 Niner Jet 9 9 years ago, they are pretty banged up so I'm...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-30-20, 07:10 PM
Replies: 319
Views: 63,501
Posted By huffman

I push as hard as I can. Do not carry a phone,...

I push as hard as I can. Do not carry a phone, ride way out in the country by myself, lift heavy items at work. If it happens so be it, I truly need the disconnection. After a lifetime of being...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-03-20, 07:29 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,635
Posted By huffman

I keep 3 chains in my box. When one starts to get...

I keep 3 chains in my box. When one starts to get dull I just swap out then sharpen the used ones when I get back to the shop. I use a Dremel tool with the correct size sharpening stone. I can...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-26-19, 10:32 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 11,380
Posted By huffman

Thinking of putting one on my Litespeed Arenberg,...

Thinking of putting one on my Litespeed Arenberg, what's holding me back is I like the fit and steering with my 70mm stem (turned up). A little concerned about jumping from 70 mm up to a 90mm....
Forum: Mountain Biking
11-30-19, 11:39 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 641
Posted By huffman

Chinese BXT frames on eBay

Have been thinking about building up a hardtail from all the parts & a set of 29er wheels laying around. Having issues finding a decent hardtail with a 9 x 135 rear. Stumbled across some BXT frames...
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