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Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
11-15-23, 09:14 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 3,671
Posted By Alphamoose

Is the question here about loading a route onto...

Is the question here about loading a route onto an Edge device, or about changing the base map?
Loading a route is straightforward and supported by any of the Edge devices for the last ten years or...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
03-08-21, 08:39 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,884
Posted By Alphamoose

Other Garmin models will connect to the Di2, just...

Other Garmin models will connect to the Di2, just not that one.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
01-05-21, 10:25 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,032
Posted By Alphamoose

This is apples and oranges. The Focal Road...

This is apples and oranges. The Focal Road edition is a _bar light_. The Hangover is a _helmet_ light. What helmet light will not 'blind cars'?
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
01-04-21, 02:40 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,032
Posted By Alphamoose

I'm not sure that this is an 'off-road...

I'm not sure that this is an 'off-road headlight'. It's a helmet light. I have one and have used it on the road, the beam pattern was very nice.
Forum: Northern California
05-29-20, 03:40 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 524
Posted By Alphamoose

It's been years, but I don't recall it being...

It's been years, but I don't recall it being alarming.
Forum: Northern California
05-29-20, 03:23 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 524
Posted By Alphamoose

Is is commonly ridden, yes, but it gets hot, and...

Is is commonly ridden, yes, but it gets hot, and water can be scarce between Greenfield and Carmel Valley, so bring enough.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-27-20, 10:50 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,271
Posted By Alphamoose

Out of idle curiousity, what are you doing with...

Out of idle curiousity, what are you doing with the temperature data?
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
01-10-20, 12:15 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,132
Posted By Alphamoose

When people in this thread mention the Wahoo app,...

When people in this thread mention the Wahoo app, they're not talking about the Wahoo Element Companion app, they're talking about the Wahoo Fitness app, which does let you start/stop/etc. It exports...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
01-16-19, 06:21 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 27,250
Posted By Alphamoose

Maybe there's some other reason that Mac & Cheese...

Maybe there's some other reason that Mac & Cheese doesn't show up in the list.
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
01-16-19, 05:57 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 27,250
Posted By Alphamoose

It definitely seems that no 1200k rides are...

It definitely seems that no 1200k rides are listed in the results. I guess I'm lucky that I did a 1000k too.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
11-30-18, 02:34 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,124
Posted By Alphamoose

I've got a Monkey Light on my commute bike, and...

I've got a Monkey Light on my commute bike, and honestly, every time I've used it, if I pass a pedestrian they smile and wave, and I've had drivers pull up to me and tell me how much they enjoy the...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
11-29-18, 02:53 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,124
Posted By Alphamoose

This is what you're talking about, I think. These...

This is what you're talking about, I think. These (https://www.ridewithfiks.com/collections/reflective-bicycle-wheel-stripes)
Forum: Northern California
11-10-18, 09:09 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,050
Posted By Alphamoose

Apparently they finally got somewhere - saw this...

Apparently they finally got somewhere - saw this in email -
"We heard via the VTA BPAC Wednesday night that Santa Clara County will finally be moving ahead with the Page Mill/280 project!


...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
10-13-18, 10:24 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 9,937
Posted By Alphamoose

There is someone replacing Klaus at Des Peres....

There is someone replacing Klaus at Des Peres. One of the mailing lists mentioned TravelHaus, and a guy named Mike, who will also be offering the drop bag service that Des Peres did. I assume we'll...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
09-08-18, 11:30 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,876
Posted By Alphamoose

That was certainly a well run event. I haven't...

That was certainly a well run event. I haven't had the energy to come up with a ride report either, though others have certainly come up with some nice ones. Lots of you New Jersey folks, only three...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
06-09-18, 11:23 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,044
Posted By Alphamoose

I don't think that will work. Pretty sure there's...

I don't think that will work. Pretty sure there's smarts in the new battery that control the system.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-21-18, 12:30 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 8,432
Posted By Alphamoose

What I'm told is that you want to use very high...

What I'm told is that you want to use very high heat for a _very_ short time. Melt very quickly and remove the heat very quickly.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-18-18, 03:26 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 8,432
Posted By Alphamoose

The Schmidt coax quick connectors are nice, but...

The Schmidt coax quick connectors are nice, but very hard to solder correctly. It's easy to overheat the plastic insulation around the center conductor pin and destroy the connector (the center then...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-04-18, 05:16 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,789
Posted By Alphamoose

I mentioned it only because I had two of them go...

I mentioned it only because I had two of them go this way, one which got replaced under warranty, and the warranty replacement for it, two years later.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-01-18, 02:08 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,789
Posted By Alphamoose

Those (Wahoo) have a different failure mode....

Those (Wahoo) have a different failure mode. After some time they seem to fail to shut off when you take them off and they drain their batteries.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
12-07-17, 10:33 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,281
Posted By Alphamoose

My DZero developed that problem, as reported by...

My DZero developed that problem, as reported by my Garmin. I called their tech support and they had me send it back for a warranty replacement.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
06-17-17, 01:41 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 9,201
Posted By Alphamoose

You need the new battery for the new features...

You need the new battery for the new features like synchro shift.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
06-16-17, 12:23 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 9,201
Posted By Alphamoose

Yes, that sounds correct.

Yes, that sounds correct.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
06-14-17, 10:39 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 9,201
Posted By Alphamoose

Alternatively you can leave the junction box...

Alternatively you can leave the junction box alone and pick up a EW-WU101, I paid about $80 for it. It connects in at the rear derailleur.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
06-14-17, 12:03 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 9,201
Posted By Alphamoose

I think you need the transmitter, yes, at least...

I think you need the transmitter, yes, at least to use the mobile app you do. Either that or you use the USB cable with a Windows computer and use that version of the software. They don't have a Mac...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
06-07-17, 01:30 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 751
Posted By Alphamoose

That was a special 'pro' Monkey Light. The...

That was a special 'pro' Monkey Light. The regular ones look to be about $58 on Amazon.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-17-16, 11:32 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,576
Posted By Alphamoose

Or one of these: iPhone Lanyard Case - Apple...

Or one of these: iPhone Lanyard Case - Apple iPhone® iPod Touch® Lanyard Skin Case & Cover by Lanskin | Lanskin.com (http://www.lanskin.com/)

I use one for my iPhone 6+, works fine, and I can take...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
01-11-16, 03:35 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 850
Posted By Alphamoose

I'd look into the Minoura mounts - e.g. Minoura...

I'd look into the Minoura mounts - e.g. Minoura Japan ? SG-400 (http://www.minoura.jp/english/accessory-e/sg400-e.html)
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
02-13-15, 01:54 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 5,286
Posted By Alphamoose

https://strava.zendesk.com/entries/27356744-Troubl...

https://strava.zendesk.com/entries/27356744-Troubleshooting-Uploads-iPhone
Forum: Commuting
04-03-14, 05:49 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,022
Posted By Alphamoose

I'm using their smaller bag, the Pika, for long...

I'm using their smaller bag, the Pika, for long rides. It's been great for my use. I wanted something to hold all the layers I carry with me on brevets and double centuries, and it's more than...
Forum: Northern California
03-10-14, 02:02 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,594
Posted By Alphamoose

Us?

Us?
Forum: Commuting
02-26-14, 12:35 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,404
Posted By Alphamoose

In the winter, all my return trips are in the...

In the winter, all my return trips are in the dark. Not nearly so alarming as I used to think it would be.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
02-16-14, 08:54 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 953
Posted By Alphamoose

Yes, Strava has a feature to crop your ride, for...

Yes, Strava has a feature to crop your ride, for just this problem. Click on the wrench icon on the left side, and you'll get an option to crop off the piece you didn't intend.
Forum: Commuting
02-15-14, 11:12 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,954
Posted By Alphamoose

Minoura has a light mount that replaces one of...

Minoura has a light mount that replaces one of the spacers on your stem. Seems to put the light in a useful position.

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Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
06-14-13, 10:30 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 709
Posted By Alphamoose

You want to create a course in .tcx format and it...

You want to create a course in .tcx format and it will do what you describe. ridewithgps.com is a good site to use for generating courses usable for turn-by-turn on the Edge 500.
Forum: Northern California
06-07-13, 02:21 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,200
Posted By Alphamoose

Ah, that was Robert, right? On the Bianchi? He...

Ah, that was Robert, right? On the Bianchi? He has good eyes - I saw those arm warmers on 236 as I went by and didn't identify what they were until I was past them.
Forum: Northern California
06-04-12, 09:48 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 708
Posted By Alphamoose

I did the 200k. Spent most of the day after...

I did the 200k. Spent most of the day after climbing back from Boulder Creek chasing my riding partners. A fine day, but my legs are still feeling it...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-30-12, 01:53 PM
Replies: 942
Views: 192,404
Posted By Alphamoose

OK, it turns out that while my creation date is...

OK, it turns out that while my creation date is newer, my file modification time is already what it should be. But I'm not sure what should get the desktop app to sync with my .fit file...the Sync...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-30-12, 11:24 AM
Replies: 942
Views: 192,404
Posted By Alphamoose

Do you mean that the desktop app looks at the...

Do you mean that the desktop app looks at the file modification date of the video file, or the start time record contained in the file? Maybe I'll write a quick 'n dirty to set the mod times of all...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-28-12, 05:24 PM
Replies: 942
Views: 192,404
Posted By Alphamoose

Is there any way that you can get the actual...

Is there any way that you can get the actual start time of the video? Seems like you'd be able to sync up the video and data automatically that way.
Forum: Commuting
11-19-10, 06:24 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,027
Posted By Alphamoose

What about these? ...

What about these?
http://www.1upusa.com/1upusarackhome.htm
Forum: Road Cycling
11-02-10, 12:49 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,203
Posted By Alphamoose

I tried the PR3s and Vittorias this year - got...

I tried the PR3s and Vittorias this year - got only about 1500 miles from both of those. Switched back to GP4000s - I get at least double the mileage, and they don't grip any less well.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-03-10, 11:53 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,635
Posted By Alphamoose

Hey, what software did you use to annotate this...

Hey, what software did you use to annotate this video? It's most cool.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-22-10, 12:19 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 3,425
Posted By Alphamoose

You generally need to change your cassette maybe...

You generally need to change your cassette maybe every other time you replace your chain. If you wait too long to replace the chain, you may need to replace a chainring. I know I had to. However, all...
Forum: Northern California
06-21-08, 05:29 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,062
Posted By Alphamoose

Not that it's relevant, but I feel the need to...

Not that it's relevant, but I feel the need to point out that only people who don't wave at you deserve the imfamous title of A-hole. Other people who nearly kill you have to be referred to with...
Forum: Northern California
06-17-08, 10:10 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 894
Posted By Alphamoose

I use a Sony DSC-T10 because the sliding lens...

I use a Sony DSC-T10 because the sliding lens cover lets me pick it up and shoot one-handed. I also recommend using a bento box instead of a jersey pocket, makes it really easy to reach for the...
Forum: Northern California
06-03-08, 11:17 PM
Replies: 158
Views: 14,133
Posted By Alphamoose

The Cupertino paper said that the CHP recommended...

The Cupertino paper said that the CHP recommended that the deputy be charged, but I don't remember seeing any more detail than that.
Forum: Northern California
06-02-08, 11:24 PM
Replies: 139
Views: 5,195
Posted By Alphamoose

I tried their provided link to area motels - the...

I tried their provided link to area motels - the first eight or so on the Yahoo listing all were one star with scary reviews. I'd think it would be easy to find a place that's not too expensive and...
Forum: Northern California
06-01-08, 10:41 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,038
Posted By Alphamoose

I'll bet you must have missed the turn from 9...

I'll bet you must have missed the turn from 9 onto Pierce, then. I saw that they had an arrow there, but I think they need something bigger. My wife and I worked the Saratoga Gap rest stop this year...
Forum: Northern California
02-21-08, 11:25 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,330
Posted By Alphamoose

Somebody told me that last year there was a...

Somebody told me that last year there was a Shimano car that was driving the course giving out free stuff. I didn't see anything like that. Did anybody else?
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