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Forum: Want To Buy
06-05-22, 09:28 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 450
Posted By NachosGrande

Can you post pics, specs, year and dimensions?

Can you post pics, specs, year and dimensions?
Forum: Want To Buy
05-26-22, 06:04 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 450
Posted By NachosGrande

Aero Rim Brake Frameset

Looking for an aero rim brake frameset, size XS or seat tube (BB to top) of no longer than 45cm. Preferably, between the years of 2016 - 2020.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-04-20, 06:55 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,183
Posted By NachosGrande

Thank you for the thorough response. I will...

Thank you for the thorough response. I will investigate further.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-03-20, 06:03 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,183
Posted By NachosGrande

File down Left rear dropout, or add metal tape to the Right dropout?

The rear wheel leans to the left as you can see in the photo. The wheel itself is true, and other wheels result in the same problem. . Even if the problem is with the frame and fixing it is...
07-23-19, 01:48 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,541
Posted By NachosGrande

Yes, getting a good price on a TT frame. No...

Yes, getting a good price on a TT frame. No hidden brakes. Regular direct mount brakes. I'm also very flexible, and can ride aero in the drops for long periods of time. That being said, I'm only...
07-23-19, 09:15 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,541
Posted By NachosGrande

I have not purchased the TT frame set yet. It is...

I have not purchased the TT frame set yet. It is the Diamondback Serios Team Carbon Time Trial Frameset. I'm not worried about the brakes. I'll be riding in tight/close lines with a group. The frame...
07-23-19, 07:38 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,541
Posted By NachosGrande

Using a TT frame as an aero road bike, and descending a mountainous route?

I'm thinking of building up a TT frame set with a regular road drop bar to use it as an aero road bike.
Would descending a mountainous route with such a setup be dangerous, or is stability depended...
07-16-19, 02:29 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,833
Posted By NachosGrande

Do saddles with 7x9 Rails require particular seatposts?

I'm interested in purchasing the "FI'ZI:K Kurve Snake Saddle - 7x9 Aluminum Mobius Rails", but do I need a seatpost that can accept 7x9 rails? My current seatpost uses clamps on top and bottom of...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-17-19, 11:54 AM
Replies: 3,140
Views: 934,674
Posted By NachosGrande

Bicycle Wheel Warehouse

There was a discount code to purchase wheels from the Bicycle Wheel Warehouse. Does anyone have that code, and is it still valid?
09-25-18, 11:36 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,832
Posted By NachosGrande

Thanks Racer EX. Very helpful perspective

Thanks Racer EX. Very helpful perspective
09-24-18, 10:46 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,832
Posted By NachosGrande

Taking a break and Off Season training?

Hello,

I'm a 45+ Cat 4. Currently, my watts/kilo is only 3.5, and hoping to increase this by next year's racing season.
I'm curious as to what others do right after their last race of the season,...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-05-17, 10:26 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 5,827
Posted By NachosGrande

When I'm riding solo, I don't like to use a lock....

When I'm riding solo, I don't like to use a lock. I shift to the big ring, the 11t cog and lean it by the window, so that if someone did try to ride away with it they will not getaway so quickly. ...
08-05-17, 10:10 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 7,799
Posted By NachosGrande

Not only the HR number, but I think the length...

Not only the HR number, but I think the length that you can hold AT is also important. For example, ideally if you are in a Cat4 Crit you want to try holding your HR at AT level for at least 30min. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-16-17, 06:49 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,714
Posted By NachosGrande

Thanks for the suggestions. I should have...

Thanks for the suggestions. I should have specified that stickiness in terms of cornering, but I thought stickiness is stickiness regardless on the corners or not. I have a pair of Vittoria Corsa...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-15-17, 07:21 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,714
Posted By NachosGrande

Stickiest clincher for road racing?

Hello,

What do you recommend in terms of the Stickiest clincher for road racing?
A search did not produce anything, but if there is already a thread for this topic please point me to it.
02-20-17, 06:57 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,351
Posted By NachosGrande

Thanks, I will try a different cassette

Thanks, I will try a different cassette
02-20-17, 11:25 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,351
Posted By NachosGrande

Yes, pricey

Yes, pricey
02-20-17, 10:45 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,351
Posted By NachosGrande

It looks like 44mm or 45mm

It looks like 44mm or 45mm
02-20-17, 10:45 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,351
Posted By NachosGrande

Yes.

Yes.
02-20-17, 09:47 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,351
Posted By NachosGrande

Yes, yesterday, I took it to a LBS, and they...

Yes, yesterday, I took it to a LBS, and they checked the RD hanger--it is straight. The RD limit screws are set properly: jockey wheel's relation to the smallest cog is slightly to the right of...
02-20-17, 07:44 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,351
Posted By NachosGrande

Hi Bill, Thanks for your input. I have...

Hi Bill,
Thanks for your input.

I have not crashed the new bike. What does the "average" setting mean or look like? I did not realize that SRAM RD has such a setting or state. How do I release...
02-19-17, 08:58 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,351
Posted By NachosGrande

Rear shifting problems

I built a new bike (Fuji SL Elite framset) using all SRAM Red 22 grouppo from an older bike (VeloVie Vitesse 500). The SRAM Red grouppo came installed on the VeloVie. The front derailleur shifts...
02-04-17, 09:28 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 937
Posted By NachosGrande

Thank you gentlemen. As long as I'm not wasting...

Thank you gentlemen. As long as I'm not wasting watts, I'm happy
:)
02-03-17, 08:59 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 937
Posted By NachosGrande

Sluggish revolution of crankset with Wheels Manufacturing PF30 Threaded BB?

RE: Sluggish revolution of crankset with Wheels Manufacturing PF30 Threaded BB?

My PF30 SRAM Red22 crankset is mated with the Wheels Manufacturing PF30 Threaded BB in my Fuji SL frame. I find it...
12-25-16, 09:21 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,636
Posted By NachosGrande

Thanks all. Some more info: On my initial...

Thanks all.

Some more info: On my initial attempt, I tried adjusting the B-Tension screw without installing the chain... My SRAM habits die hard. :)
The 5800 RD I have is a short cage, and my...
12-24-16, 09:43 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,636
Posted By NachosGrande

Shimano 105 Rear Derailleur installation problems

Hello,

I'm trying to install the 5800 Shimano 105 Rear Derailleur, but I cannot get enough space between the largest cog (28t) and the top jockey wheel. I took this derailleur off of another...
12-23-16, 12:10 PM
12-23-16, 11:38 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,118
Posted By NachosGrande

Can Campgonolo 10sp shifters work with Shimano derailleurs?

Hello,

I tried the search, but nothing came up for this question:
Can Campgonolo 10sp shifters work with 11sp Shimano 105 front derailleur and 10sp SRAM Rival rear derailleur?
05-03-16, 12:48 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 13,277
Posted By NachosGrande

Using SRAM RED 22 BB30 crankset on a BSA Frame?

I have a SRAM RED 22 BB30 crankset, but I want to install it on a frame with BSA for the BB.
Are there any suggestions on how to do this if possible?

I found this product:
Race Face Cinch BSA30...
10-10-15, 01:08 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,133
Posted By NachosGrande

Suggestions for a company selling 160 length crank arm to fit SRAM 50/34 chain-ring?

I need a 160 length crank arm to fit SRAM red 11sp 50/34 chain-ring. I welcome suggestions.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-27-15, 01:34 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,683
Posted By NachosGrande

BB86 BOTTOM BRACKET for a Shimano105 crank on an Eng thread BB?

I have a bike with Shimano 105 crank (11sp) on an ENG threaded BB. Is it possible to use that same crank on a frame that takes a BB86 bottom bracket, or do I need to use an adapter?
04-05-15, 06:42 PM
Replies: 1,558
Views: 95,225
Posted By NachosGrande

On a rest day: 5:00am. 10oz milk with some...

On a rest day:

5:00am. 10oz milk with some strawberries and 10grams of protein powder as soon as I get out of bed

6:00am. After the morning glory and washing up, breakfast consisting of 3:1 or...
04-05-15, 06:41 PM
Replies: 680
Views: 45,354
Posted By NachosGrande

I've been off a consistent training for cycling...

I've been off a consistent training for cycling for about 20 years, and last time I raced was in college when I weighed 133 pounds with little fat. After 6 months of weight training, I went from a...
03-04-15, 09:15 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 6,790
Posted By NachosGrande

Thanks CDR. You answered my main concern, which...

Thanks CDR. You answered my main concern, which was regarding liability. I should have made that clear on my initial post. I've read through USA-Cycling's website, and they didn't have the info I...
03-02-15, 07:53 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 6,790
Posted By NachosGrande

How does one start a cycling team/club to race?

Specifically, would one have to establish a nonprofit organization or can it be an LLC? What would be the pros and cons of one or the other? The club I am thinking of starting would be focused on...
02-07-15, 09:48 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 6,295
Posted By NachosGrande

... And this is what I'll do from now on!

... And this is what I'll do from now on!
02-07-15, 09:46 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 6,295
Posted By NachosGrande

This is what I used to do...

This is what I used to do...
01-28-15, 09:37 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 6,295
Posted By NachosGrande

Thanks globecanavs and grolby. I recently...

Thanks globecanavs and grolby. I recently switched to the 25mm Mitch Pro4 Serv Course tires, and will try running them at 85 or 90psi.
01-28-15, 09:19 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 6,295
Posted By NachosGrande

I only weigh 127, but I just feel faster on the...

I only weigh 127, but I just feel faster on the striaghtaways at 120psi
:)
01-28-15, 08:17 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,050
Posted By NachosGrande

Suggestions for cornering on the road?

Any suggestions for faster and safer cornering for road (asphalt)? Although, with an increase in speed, of course, the safety factor declines. Also, would tire pressure affect cornering as well? For...
01-28-15, 08:09 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 6,295
Posted By NachosGrande

Tips for cornering on the road

Any suggestions for faster and safer cornering for road (asphalt)? Although, with an increase in speed, of course, the safety factor declines. Also, would tire pressure affect cornering as well? For...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-24-15, 08:13 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 9,759
Posted By NachosGrande

Housing length is definitely the cause of my...

Housing length is definitely the cause of my Aerolink brake problems. The bike I ordered came with unnecessarily long housing for both the front and rear. The front was an easy fix, but the rear is...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-18-15, 09:25 PM
Replies: 21,309
Views: 5,163,557
Posted By NachosGrande

Velovie's Vitesse 500 Overall rating: 4.5...

Velovie's Vitesse 500

Overall rating: 4.5 stars out of 5

The review:
Velovie had a major Christmas sale from Nov through Dec of 2014, and I could not pass up the amazing prices. Initially, I...
01-15-15, 06:34 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,322
Posted By NachosGrande

How often do you clean your BB?

Just curious about maintenance habits/schedules for the DIY techies. How often do you uninstall your bottom bracket, for example if you have an Eng threaded, clean it and re-install it? Every few...
01-12-15, 07:53 PM
Replies: 8,312
Views: 3,080,235
Posted By NachosGrande

Thanks RobbieTunes. That black and yellow allez...

Thanks RobbieTunes. That black and yellow allez is one fine looking machine!
01-12-15, 07:46 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 16,671
Posted By NachosGrande

Thanks ThermionicScott...

Thanks ThermionicScott (http://www.bikeforums.net/members/thermionicscott-251447.html)! I thought I wasted $$ by purchasing 10 of 700x18-23 tubes recently. :)
01-12-15, 07:26 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 16,671
Posted By NachosGrande

700c 18-23 tube in 700x25 tire?

Is it okay to use 700c 18-23 tube in 700x25 tire? It seems that there are not many companies, if any, that produce 700 x 18-25 tubes...
01-10-15, 10:54 PM
Replies: 8,312
Views: 3,080,235
Posted By NachosGrande

Thanks Irvri. Here's a full side view: ...

Thanks Irvri.

Here's a full side view:
427802
01-10-15, 04:38 PM
Replies: 8,312
Views: 3,080,235
Posted By NachosGrande

My 1993 Specialized Allez Pro, which may not...

My 1993 Specialized Allez Pro, which may not qualify yet as vintage, came stock with Shimano 8sp Ultegra STI, but it was finally nearing the end of its life after years of racing and centuries. I...
12-21-14, 12:08 PM
Replies: 285
Views: 33,768
Posted By NachosGrande

The renovation: it's a 1x10 system! ...

The renovation: it's a 1x10 system!

https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10152602147689702.1073741847.524409701&type=1&l=2976d81465

I couldn't resist the urge to renovate my old dying...
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