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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-09-18, 11:12 AM
Replies: 241
Views: 16,225
Posted By phil_k

Yes, they will overtake normal bikes in the...

Yes, they will overtake normal bikes in the developed world.
I have thought about getting a cargo e-bike. Couldn't bear riding an e-bike rather than my road/CX/MTB or other recreational bicycle...
Forum: Cyclocross Racing
10-02-18, 08:07 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,109
Posted By phil_k

Excuse me if it has already been said, but 2x...

Excuse me if it has already been said, but 2x works great if you have a mechanic looking after your bike constantly. Even on dirt and rough terrain.
For those of us doing our own wrenching (probably...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-28-18, 01:12 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 7,160
Posted By phil_k

Awesome bike. I have the 2017 version (first year...

Awesome bike. I have the 2017 version (first year with current frame) and have raced the last couple of cross seasons on it. It's great fun. Consider taking it on rougher terrain. You may be...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-28-18, 07:50 AM
Replies: 117
Views: 12,026
Posted By phil_k

Depends on if you take the TGV or the slow train.

Depends on if you take the TGV or the slow train.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-06-17, 06:29 PM
Replies: 21,338
Views: 5,196,731
Posted By phil_k

new chain. it's not glamorous, but got to do it ...

new chain. it's not glamorous, but got to do it :\
Forum: Road Cycling
07-09-17, 03:53 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 7,029
Posted By phil_k

Speed of LOL #nicetroll

Speed of LOL
#nicetroll
Forum: Road Cycling
04-08-17, 01:26 PM
Replies: 192
Views: 72,588
Posted By phil_k

Best ever: 57 seconds @ 600w @ 62kg. I can't...

Best ever: 57 seconds @ 600w @ 62kg.
I can't sprint to save my life, but I think it's pretty decent for a hobbyist.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-22-16, 10:56 PM
Replies: 21,338
Views: 5,196,731
Posted By phil_k

Tube of grease and can of spray chain lube.

Tube of grease and can of spray chain lube.
Forum: Cyclocross Racing
11-20-16, 04:05 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,563
Posted By phil_k

Only time. If you're in the higher categories...

Only time.
If you're in the higher categories (cat 3 and above) I can understand using power.
However for the rest of us we don't ride more than an hour so all that matters is time.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-26-16, 02:14 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 12,204
Posted By phil_k

wahoo ELMNT I had the garmin 510 and 810 and...

wahoo ELMNT
I had the garmin 510 and 810 and had to deal with frozen interfaces (810) and lost rides (both) and crappy software (both)

the ELMNT is better in every way except it has maps +...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-09-16, 12:19 AM
Replies: 2,831
Views: 684,208
Posted By phil_k

My 2017 SuperX

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Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
06-27-16, 02:13 AM
Replies: 17,819
Views: 1,467,140
Posted By phil_k

So just did a Jedermann "race" in Germany...

So just did a Jedermann "race" in Germany (glorified grand fondo)... The field was huge, 500+, and it was (near the front) the fastest ride I have ever seen. The guys who finished at the front were...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-23-16, 06:16 AM
Replies: 10,411
Views: 3,341,851
Posted By phil_k

Ugh, second time in a month my CAAD10 has a very...

Ugh, second time in a month my CAAD10 has a very loud creaking bottom bracket (BB30 FSA SL-K).
I keep it clean. Got caught in the rain the first time, but the shop regreased everything and I...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-10-16, 01:34 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 10,095
Posted By phil_k

You may be right, but I rode the Giant on pit...

You may be right, but I rode the Giant on pit wheels once, which were really crappy, and it still felt good.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-10-16, 05:33 AM
Replies: 110
Views: 10,095
Posted By phil_k

I have a 2013 CAAD10 Ultegra (alloy, of course)...

I have a 2013 CAAD10 Ultegra (alloy, of course) and a 2015 Giant TCR Advanced 2 with 105 (carbon). The Giant was about 2k with upgraded wheels, and the CAAD was about 1600. The Giant is one of the...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-17-16, 02:02 PM
Replies: 5,165
Views: 207,426
Posted By phil_k

yeah yeah... i'm making my payments, let me whine...

yeah yeah... i'm making my payments, let me whine
it's not the craziest thing people complain about here ;)
Forum: Road Cycling
05-17-16, 01:45 PM
Replies: 5,165
Views: 207,426
Posted By phil_k

I pay that EVERY month in student loans :cry:

I pay that EVERY month in student loans :cry:
Forum: Road Cycling
05-13-16, 06:01 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,592
Posted By phil_k

Giant TCR Advanced 2 should be hard to beat at...

Giant TCR Advanced 2 should be hard to beat at that price range.
Mine cost more, but only since I upgraded some parts + better wheels at purchase.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
04-20-16, 09:36 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,143
Posted By phil_k

Geez, can't believe this thread is still going. ...

Geez, can't believe this thread is still going.
From the posts on here, it seems like people thought I was angry not to get my 20th or 18th or 12th place or whatever. That's not what I was talking...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-12-16, 06:18 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 5,225
Posted By phil_k

Racing helps. I'm not a great racer but hanging...

Racing helps. I'm not a great racer but hanging with the fast group rides is a lot easier since I started.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-09-16, 05:32 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 516
Posted By phil_k

Felt the same way. I did military road in...

Felt the same way. I did military road in Arlington today. It was a good time.
I avoid the bike paths though.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
03-02-16, 11:11 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,143
Posted By phil_k

Yes, that's exactly what happened. I was on the...

Yes, that's exactly what happened. I was on the far side of the field from the cameras, and they ended up moving people down rather than putting a placeholder in my spot. If it was top 5 or...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
02-29-16, 09:56 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,143
Posted By phil_k

Yeah, at this point not getting DNF is all that...

Yeah, at this point not getting DNF is all that matters. Being listed DFL would be fine, as long as I was listed as having finished. Still glad to see 12 though, I wondered how many people I caught...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
02-29-16, 08:04 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,143
Posted By phil_k

The race director emailed me back and said I got...

The race director emailed me back and said I got 12th place! He said my number was obscured but he recognized my kit when I described it, and myself and a couple other riders were on their...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
02-29-16, 07:51 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,143
Posted By phil_k

ugh, while mid-pack-finish is not great (esp in...

ugh, while mid-pack-finish is not great (esp in cat5) -- I finished strong -- I had been stuck at the back and unable to get past people because of the centerline rule and lining up in back at the...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
02-29-16, 07:18 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,143
Posted By phil_k

sigh, ok, I was afraid of that

sigh, ok, I was afraid of that
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
02-29-16, 06:52 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,143
Posted By phil_k

Question when you think USAC results are wrong...

I finished a cat5 race in the 15-20 area out of 50... I didn't hang around the race, since I wanted to get out before the roads were closed for the Cat3 race. But I clearly finished and rode through...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-02-16, 02:14 PM
Replies: 21,338
Views: 5,196,731
Posted By phil_k

2015 Giant TCR on closeout. It's the low end...

2015 Giant TCR on closeout. It's the low end model (Advanced 2 with 105) but it's light years ahead of what I was riding before.
Overjoyed. Except the remnants of the east coast blizzard have kept...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-27-15, 12:29 PM
Replies: 215
Views: 14,115
Posted By phil_k

You say that now... then you meet her and forget...

You say that now... then you meet her and forget that rule.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-04-15, 08:19 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 5,669
Posted By phil_k

it's all about the frame color. And a little...

it's all about the frame color.
And a little bit based on bar tape color.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-20-15, 05:49 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 5,193
Posted By phil_k

It seems impossible at first but you get used to...

It seems impossible at first but you get used to it. Push a decent sized gear at first so there is a little resistance and you don't have to spin at high rims just to stay upright.
I was terrible,...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-06-15, 08:23 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,684
Posted By phil_k

That (from a super quick glance) looks pretty...

That (from a super quick glance) looks pretty similar in length and feet climbed as Lookout Mountain in Golden, Colorado.
I geared down to 34x25 and held 10mph all the way up. Based on strava, I...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-05-15, 02:08 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,578
Posted By phil_k

I just yell back. Most drivers are not insane...

I just yell back. Most drivers are not insane enough to actually run you over. And what else can they do? Impotent rage is funny.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-05-15, 11:39 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,560
Posted By phil_k

Ah yes, my RSX crank you can have is a double. I...

Ah yes, my RSX crank you can have is a double. I would look for another triple if I were you... but if you want the double, just send me a message.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-04-15, 02:58 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,560
Posted By phil_k

If you pay the shipping I'll send you some for...

If you pay the shipping I'll send you some for free. Kinda scratched up but straight with life left in them. Took off my old lemond reno during an upgrade.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-27-15, 01:54 PM
Replies: 374
Views: 19,798
Posted By phil_k

I don't know why people expect they should be...

I don't know why people expect they should be able to be close to professionals in skill.
No NFL fan is so delusional to think they can play linebacker for the 49ers but for some reason the cycling...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-26-15, 03:41 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,884
Posted By phil_k

Age 29 Weight 134 Height 5,9 Resting 42 ...

Age 29
Weight 134
Height 5,9
Resting 42
Threshold idk
Max 195

And clearly the premise is flawed, but I'm enjoying the answers
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
09-26-15, 09:29 AM
Replies: 305
Views: 33,183
Posted By phil_k

Rode the course last night with the conquer the...

Rode the course last night with the conquer the cobbles ride. What a great course. Also, so many people crashed or quit on the cobbles... why would they sign up if they couldn't handle it?
Forum: Road Cycling
09-20-15, 06:24 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 909
Posted By phil_k

I have been extremely satisfied with the Ultegra...

I have been extremely satisfied with the Ultegra wheelset. I got 16/20 spokes, but if I were to do it again, I would go with 20/24. I weight 134 lbs.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-13-15, 07:28 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,796
Posted By phil_k

Did the bike leg of a sprint relay triathlon in...

Did the bike leg of a sprint relay triathlon in DC.
Had a good time, averaged 21mph on the road, dropped to 20.3 if you include the areas I had to run my bike to and from the transition boxes. Slow...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-20-15, 02:35 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 4,123
Posted By phil_k

Cateye stealth 50. So cheap, but has ability to...

Cateye stealth 50.
So cheap, but has ability to track heart rate (ANT+), power(ANT+), speed (GPS or magnet/ANT+), time, cadence(ANT+), all the usual. No gradient or turn by turn nav, but it has GPS...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-09-15, 09:17 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 881
Posted By phil_k

Skyline drive. Started at Front Royal and rode...

Skyline drive. Started at Front Royal and rode from just past the gate to the shops at mile 25 then back to mile 0. Over 5k climbing. I'm trying to prepare for the Blue Ridge Breakaway this weekend....
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-25-15, 06:17 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,646
Posted By phil_k

The same reason they call the US presidential...

The same reason they call the US presidential election after CA and OH are projected. Nothing will change.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-24-15, 02:43 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,039
Posted By phil_k

That's why team sports are so good for kids. In...

That's why team sports are so good for kids. In HS football we all had to use the school's equipment. Let the kids worry about gear when they realize they didn't get that D1 football scholly and...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-20-15, 06:25 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 6,179
Posted By phil_k

Alr 6

Alr 6
Forum: Road Cycling
07-15-15, 07:36 PM
Replies: 129
Views: 11,961
Posted By phil_k

If money were no object, I wouldn't get a new...

If money were no object, I wouldn't get a new bike. I'd just quit my job and ride more.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-14-15, 06:38 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 676
Posted By phil_k

A 10 year old bike with high end (for its time)...

A 10 year old bike with high end (for its time) components? You could just ride more, you can do a lot better than 17 mph just with technique and practice. Sounds like you're fit enough already.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-12-15, 07:50 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 4,326
Posted By phil_k

I haven't followed this convo, but I will add...

I haven't followed this convo, but I will add that as I have gotten stronger and faster and started tackling harder rides and climbs, my score has gone down compared to when I was riding most flat...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-12-15, 07:39 PM
Replies: 681
Views: 54,560
Posted By phil_k

a small chunk of Skyline drive. started at the...

a small chunk of Skyline drive. started at the north side near Front Royal, at the gate to the park , and rode to the top of hogback mountain and back. 40 miles. I haven't ridden many cat 2 climbs...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-05-15, 10:04 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,953
Posted By phil_k

lol

I tell my bike what to do, not vice versa.
Except it sometimes begs for upgrades.
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