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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-21-08, 08:09 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,165
Posted By boredo

Preventing UV damage to tire sidewalls?

My commuter bike is locked to a rack in direct sunlight all day long. I've noticed what seems to be pretty rapid UV damage to the sidewalls of the tires -- drying and cracking of the rubber. This...
Forum: Commuting
07-14-08, 01:58 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 8,831
Posted By boredo

I've got a Smoothie ES with a Surly fork that I...

I've got a Smoothie ES with a Surly fork that I commute on every day. Generally a really nice bike, but for reasons hard to describe, the ride is not among my favorites. It's lightweight steel...
Forum: Commuting
07-02-08, 08:16 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 780
Posted By boredo

I don't think you can rely on brand names,...

I don't think you can rely on brand names, unfortunately -- lots of manufacturers have made bikes with a great range of qualities, and there are lots of possible brands that could be on good bikes. ...
Forum: Commuting
07-02-08, 07:40 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 25,882
Posted By boredo

Those powergrips look fun. Pretty secure i...

Those powergrips look fun.

Pretty secure i take it?

Yeah, I would say they're at least as secure in feel as clips and straps. You stick your toe through at the angle of the opening, and then...
Forum: Commuting
07-02-08, 07:14 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 25,882
Posted By boredo

I commuted on platforms, SPDs, and clips and...

I commuted on platforms, SPDs, and clips and straps before settling on Powergrips (http://powergrips.mrpbike.com/), which feel like the best match for commuting conditions. Compared to clips,...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-29-07, 01:27 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,275
Posted By boredo

I've also got the travel stick (shorter, red...

I've also got the travel stick (shorter, red handles). I love it. I use it every couple of days on my calves and hamstrings. Seems to be absolutely worth the price to me.
Forum: Commuting
10-07-05, 11:15 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,867
Posted By boredo

I'm only 5'9, but prop. long in the leg (33" true...

I'm only 5'9, but prop. long in the leg (33" true cycling inseam), so could 'fit' either the M (545 tt) or L (565 tt).

I have a very similar true inseam, maybe just a bit longer, and I ride a L...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-26-05, 10:40 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 856
Posted By boredo

Cheers for that, Sheldon. Keep 'em coming. ...

Cheers for that, Sheldon. Keep 'em coming. You're getting me mighty curious about internal geared hubs...
Forum: Commuting
09-23-05, 01:03 PM
Replies: 150
Views: 6,013
Posted By boredo

How many bikeforums posers, I mean posters ride...

How many bikeforums posers, I mean posters ride around on a 2,000 dollar or more bicycle?

Yes, it's a great reflection of our culture.

But the point I was going for is that the number of...
Forum: Commuting
09-23-05, 12:38 PM
Replies: 150
Views: 6,013
Posted By boredo

Only two posters have mentioned the status issue,...

Only two posters have mentioned the status issue, but I'll give it another go-round. Of all our many status symbols here in the US (and we work with a lot), cars are one of the very biggest and most...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-23-05, 10:39 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 8,279
Posted By boredo

The solvents in permanent markers may possibly...

The solvents in permanent markers may possibly make them bad for frame touch-ups. Probably not a big deal, but if I were choosing I'd pick black nail polish over a sharpie for frame touch-ups.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-25-05, 08:47 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 629
Posted By boredo

Check out the "terraplane" design from David...

Check out the "terraplane" design from David Kirk:

http://www.kirkframeworks.com/curvy%20bike%20raw%20450.jpg

Here's what he says about it:

"The curved seatstays of the Terraplane allow a...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-17-05, 08:26 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,704
Posted By boredo

From you message it seems like the biggest thing...

From you message it seems like the biggest thing motivating this desire to upgrade is the idea that your bike may not be nice enough. And even this idea seems to be swayed back and forth based on...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-27-05, 11:59 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 695
Posted By boredo

I think he's on the Charlie Rose show for a full...

I think he's on the Charlie Rose show for a full hour next monday (Aug 1 2005).
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-26-05, 01:14 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,435
Posted By boredo

I'm yet another person who's experienced this and...

I'm yet another person who's experienced this and can strongly recommend that you go to the doctor. In my case I had EKG and blood work done. Your doctor will also have your complete medical and...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-21-05, 12:17 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,390
Posted By boredo

Based on what we've seen during the last few...

Based on what we've seen during the last few stages, expect Basso, Ullrich (and maybe occasionally Vino) to try and break away from the other GC contenders when there's any sort of climb. Lance will...
Forum: Commuting
10-23-04, 10:07 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,564
Posted By boredo

Thanks for the replies. I will try to get in...

Thanks for the replies. I will try to get in touch with Specialized and see what they have to say--some of the problems definitely seem to be due to design flaws. If they have anything interesting...
Forum: Commuting
10-22-04, 12:48 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,564
Posted By boredo

Anyone manage to get full fenders on a Specialized Sirrus?

Weird design on my 2002 Specialized Sirrus--it's got mounting points for full fenders, the kind that attach with stays, rather than clip-ons. But there are things that make getting fenders on,...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-08-04, 01:23 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,300
Posted By boredo

based on a test ride of a similar Cannondale, I...

based on a test ride of a similar Cannondale, I think all the hubbub about harshness is over-stated. I've also ridden a Cervelo which was indeed more harsh, and several other aluminum frames from...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-04-04, 12:10 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,750
Posted By boredo

Having test ridden a Cannondale CAAD5 bike I...

Having test ridden a Cannondale CAAD5 bike I think the notion that they are incredibly harsh and jarring is overstated. Yeah, I read that sentiment in the forums all the time, so I was surpirsed...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-16-04, 12:43 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,415
Posted By boredo

Thanks for the discussion. I wouldn't have...

Thanks for the discussion. I wouldn't have thought to check the LBS for a riding class, but I'll see what's around.

As for the crash-avoidance stuff, in this case I (luckily) wasn't so worried...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-16-04, 08:02 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,415
Posted By boredo

Sudden Braking Advice?

I searched and didn't find this addressed recently, so: I was out for a ride yesterday, coming down a moderate hill at about 26-27mph. A car approaching from the opposite direction probably didn't...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-10-04, 02:25 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 733
Posted By boredo

I usually wear a 10.5 in sneakers or street...

I usually wear a 10.5 in sneakers or street shoes, and the size 44 specialized road shoes fit me perfectly, even though that's equivilent to a US size 10.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-01-04, 11:04 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,464
Posted By boredo

This reminds me of the same principle as applied...

This reminds me of the same principle as applied to weight training -- you do not build muscle/strength while you are lifting the weights--you are straining your body. It's the body's recovery...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-29-04, 09:35 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,417
Posted By boredo

I'm curious if you've considered bikes from Fuji...

I'm curious if you've considered bikes from Fuji or Bianchi -- they both have steel (Imola, Roubaix Pro) and aluminum/carbon fork and stays (Giro, Roubaix) bikes for roughly that price. And are the...
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