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Forum: Road Cycling
10-21-08, 12:13 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 879
Posted By toucci

PBK has Campy training wheels

FYI, PBK has the Fulcrum Racing 5 Evolution wheelset in stock but there's somehow no extra shipping charge (normally >$40 usd) so it comes out to $211 to your door with 5% off code USARBR (CANRBR for...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-26-08, 05:17 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,410
Posted By toucci

That DT looks laterally stiff yet vertically...

That DT looks laterally stiff yet vertically compliant.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-04-08, 12:47 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 917
Posted By toucci

No, it's normal for these wheels. I weigh 140...

No, it's normal for these wheels. I weigh 140 lbs and had to loosen the brakes to stop the rubbing while cranking out of the saddle (I move the bike around a lot which places extra side-loads on the...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-18-08, 04:46 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,884
Posted By toucci

Yes, and it works pretty well. Sometimes the...

Yes, and it works pretty well. Sometimes the "start" elevation is way off, but it calibrates itself soon enough.
Yes, it is really good at this.
I tried both Garmin and my computer when making...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
02-18-08, 12:03 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,082
Posted By toucci

I picked this up a couple of days ago to train...

I picked this up a couple of days ago to train on. I got tired of cleaning the white '95 :p
http://www.bikeforums.net/attachment.php?attachmentid=65325&d=1203314588

But honestly, I think I like...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
02-17-08, 11:26 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,155
Posted By toucci

I thought you were going to be talking about...

I thought you were going to be talking about bobby julich and his notably absent TT backpack
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
02-17-08, 11:14 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,655
Posted By toucci

when I got a powertap, I found that I made...

when I got a powertap, I found that I made maximum power spinning at over 140 rpm. It maxes out at 140 so I don't know how much higher it was. Probably not a lot.

I will ride along at 110-120...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-16-08, 12:20 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 997
Posted By toucci

It is OEM packaging. Basically, they're saving...

It is OEM packaging. Basically, they're saving money on each unit which lets them sell to you for less. I like OEM as long as the warranty's the same.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-15-08, 01:54 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,823
Posted By toucci

Darn tootin'!

Darn tootin'!
Forum: Road Cycling
02-14-08, 12:53 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 3,286
Posted By toucci

I would pick up the GT marathon team if they had...

I would pick up the GT marathon team if they had a 25% off coupon going.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-13-08, 08:49 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 11,164
Posted By toucci

American Classic 420 (gram) rims are 34 mm. ...

American Classic 420 (gram) rims are 34 mm. Pretty good compromise for aluminum.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-12-08, 04:33 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,016
Posted By toucci

5 minute intervals are the best (just for me,...

5 minute intervals are the best (just for me, just right now).
Forum: Road Cycling
02-09-08, 09:39 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,071
Posted By toucci

Tread in the rain is for water evacuation which...

Tread in the rain is for water evacuation which is not an issue with narrow, high pressure bike tires.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-08-08, 09:19 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 782
Posted By toucci

replace the pads but at the same time sand off...

replace the pads but at the same time sand off any hanging flakes on the wheels. I used to deal with this problem on my mtb until I realized I had to correct both areas at the same time or it would...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-07-08, 09:17 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,223
Posted By toucci

I needed the stiffness that only lugged carbon...

I needed the stiffness that only lugged carbon fiber infused with carbon nanotubes can provide.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-05-08, 11:48 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,405
Posted By toucci

+1 My favorite chamois and one of the...

+1

My favorite chamois and one of the cheapest.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
02-04-08, 03:08 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,972
Posted By toucci

go fast, hop, land softly

go fast, hop, land softly
Forum: Road Cycling
02-04-08, 01:38 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 508
Posted By toucci

Sounds like something a runner would say. ...

Sounds like something a runner would say. Cyclists should know that money buys performance. There is no exception, no downgrade. Newer is better.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
02-04-08, 01:27 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 2,471
Posted By toucci

How did the finish pan out? I cramped up at the...

How did the finish pan out? I cramped up at the bottom of the last climb and lost the lead group :(
Forum: Road Cycling
01-30-08, 07:13 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,515
Posted By toucci

there is a little notch along the side of the...

there is a little notch along the side of the cleat that indicates the spindle position. Try to line this up with the ball of your foot for a good starting position. If your cleat has float, angle...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-29-08, 06:12 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,388
Posted By toucci

10. If you really want to get lower, just bend...

10. If you really want to get lower, just bend your arms more!
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
01-29-08, 05:22 PM
Replies: 5,146
Views: 3,441,992
Posted By toucci

Bunny pic! ...

Bunny pic!

http://norris.kicks-ass.net/pics/bike/lookbunny.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
01-27-08, 07:57 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,130
Posted By toucci

Here's evidence that the compact frameset trend...

Here's evidence that the compact frameset trend is getting out of hand.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-26-08, 02:03 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,035
Posted By toucci

The journal you cited addresses maximal power. ...

The journal you cited addresses maximal power. Track racers will use shorter cranks to help ride at optimal RPM for max power, but for the road you're spinning fewer RPM most of the time and want a...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-24-08, 11:19 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,599
Posted By toucci

I think all but two of my tires have holes from...

I think all but two of my tires have holes from shrapnel :o
Forum: Road Cycling
01-24-08, 07:13 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 4,825
Posted By toucci

Either the world's strongest cat 4 or a masher...

Either the world's strongest cat 4 or a masher who put the cranks on for looks.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-24-08, 03:44 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 4,825
Posted By toucci

I have a 50/34 on my commuter and standard on the...

I have a 50/34 on my commuter and standard on the dedicated roadie. The low gearing of the compact and the 50/11 makes it more versatile, but the shifts on the compact are just not as dependable as...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-21-08, 01:29 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,432
Posted By toucci

I have to clean my white tape twice a week. Feel...

I have to clean my white tape twice a week. Feel better? :D
Forum: Road Cycling
01-13-08, 04:47 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 574
Posted By toucci

The OP is aiight. I now want to use my PT for...

The OP is aiight. I now want to use my PT for racing and wish I had gotten a 24h instead of 32, though.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-13-08, 04:45 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 409
Posted By toucci

I use eggbeaters on my MTB and commuting road...

I use eggbeaters on my MTB and commuting road bike. Keo carbones on the racing bike. I wear spd-compatible sneakers to ride around town so the footwear never overlaps.

You might get better at...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
01-12-08, 03:23 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,236
Posted By toucci

Okay, that was fun! I didn't quite meet my...

Okay, that was fun! I didn't quite meet my expectations but am happy with my first performance nonetheless. It gives me a good baseline that I can be prepared to better on my next race.

I placed...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
01-11-08, 07:43 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,236
Posted By toucci

I am going to have to suffer extra tomorrow just...

I am going to have to suffer extra tomorrow just to have something good to show skydive69 after his motivating posts :D
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
01-11-08, 07:33 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,236
Posted By toucci

I will use the PT wheel, then. If I were skilled...

I will use the PT wheel, then. If I were skilled enough and in definite contention I would like to go without it, but I could toast my legs doing 500 watts into a headwind without knowing it at this...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
01-11-08, 05:44 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,236
Posted By toucci

TT "blind" or not?

I'm doing my first TT tomorrow (20k) and I'm trying to decide what equipment to use. I've got the bike done except for the rear wheel (front is already an American Classic 420).

I can either:
...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-09-08, 08:52 PM
Replies: 140
Views: 10,062
Posted By toucci

My 595 wants to shed its Ultegra hobo suit for...

My 595 wants to shed its Ultegra hobo suit for the Red bling and drop some 550g, but can $2.27/g be justified? I feel like a barney riding around with ultegra on a high end frame, but sheesh!
...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-09-08, 05:18 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,209
Posted By toucci

Once water works its way inside the bearing, it...

Once water works its way inside the bearing, it will lead to failure. The best course of action is to get a rebuildable and resealable hub and clean and lube it after heavy exposure. Otherwise, you...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-06-08, 03:32 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,383
Posted By toucci

Stuff I like: 10 pack of tubes for $25...

Stuff I like:
10 pack of tubes for $25 (http://www.performancebike.com/shop/profile_combo.cfm?SKU=14301)
Performance Ultra Bibshort (under $40 when on sale)...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
01-06-08, 09:32 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 985
Posted By toucci

Okay, newbie question along the same lines. How...

Okay, newbie question along the same lines. How are you guys getting your max power output? Do you use a leadout or just to start with rpms fairly high? I ask because I set my max power the second...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-05-08, 09:18 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,357
Posted By toucci

I would go with one of these for maximal comfort.

I would go with one of these for maximal comfort.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-03-08, 09:28 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,992
Posted By toucci

I had a VDO C3DS. It was a great computer for...

I had a VDO C3DS. It was a great computer for about 40 hours of ride time before the batteries died. They died again another 40 hours later. The bike shop said this is normal :eek: I've since...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-27-07, 08:47 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 3,185
Posted By toucci

You can always make an excel spreadsheet. That...

You can always make an excel spreadsheet. That way, if you forget to start the computer until a mile after you leave home you can always correct it in the log. If you're anal about your stats a...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-27-07, 08:37 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 3,185
Posted By toucci

The garmin GPS units with the bundled training...

The garmin GPS units with the bundled training center software will create a log of your rides chronologically. Still overkill, but not as much as a PT.
Forum: Commuting
12-24-07, 01:54 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 4,329
Posted By toucci

I have done 54 mph with my commuting backpack and...

I have done 54 mph with my commuting backpack and baggy clothes on, but it was a detour from my reg. commute :p
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
12-22-07, 11:48 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 800
Posted By toucci

The 585 is the 595 without the difficult...

The 585 is the 595 without the difficult integrated seatpost. To quote the venerable Mr. Bueller: "If you have the means, I highly recommend picking one up." ;) Look claims they've built these...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-21-07, 12:01 AM
Replies: 167
Views: 16,829
Posted By toucci

http://norris.kicks-ass.net/pics/bike/look.jpg ...

http://norris.kicks-ass.net/pics/bike/look.jpg
I couldn't resist :p
Forum: Road Cycling
12-19-07, 06:33 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 645
Posted By toucci

I went with Third Reich colors of black, red and...

I went with Third Reich colors of black, red and white. I made my car is red and black everything and it looks a bit plain IMO.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-18-07, 10:29 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 20,480
Posted By toucci

Agreed! I ride a white bike so the white tape...

Agreed! I ride a white bike so the white tape and saddle is pretty important, but the tape requires 10x the cleaning of the synthetic toupe saddle. My real leather selle italia flite has gray spots...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-16-07, 07:15 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 641
Posted By toucci

They are like the acids but with a 3 bolt cleat. ...

They are like the acids but with a 3 bolt cleat. It's a dressed up egg beater for road shoes.

I have the regular egg beaters on my commuter road bike, candys on my MTB, and mallets on my rigid...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
12-16-07, 01:53 PM
Replies: 129
Views: 7,152
Posted By toucci

I use golden cheetah on linux. It's no-frills...

I use golden cheetah on linux. It's no-frills but free.

http://goldencheetah.org/
Forum: Road Cycling
12-16-07, 12:32 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 5,068
Posted By toucci

It's not all the bike. The monstrous truck it's...

It's not all the bike. The monstrous truck it's propped up against seems a direct affront to cyclists' environmental concerns and general selflessness. It's not that you have the truck that's...
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