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08-19-22, 11:35 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,553
Posted By Longfellow02

A dozen pairs in 6 years ? Must use them on...

A dozen pairs in 6 years ? Must use them on multiple bikes...
How to the slicks hold up on mostly asphalt conditions ?
I'm trying to decide between the slicks and the SS, for mostly road riding....
Forum: Road Cycling
09-21-20, 02:35 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 6,985
Posted By Longfellow02

Heat and humidity do me in sooner, even with the...

Heat and humidity do me in sooner, even with the modest mileage I put in.
Even up here, we had quite a hot summer.
Now that daily temps are in the high 50'/low 60's, I am doing my standard routes a...
09-02-20, 11:02 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,393
Posted By Longfellow02

Agree with Tyrion above. It would be nice if...

Agree with Tyrion above.
It would be nice if BRR tested a few more gravel tires, including Gravelking SS (a relatively new model).
I'm actually considering the SS in 38mm, as a replacement for my...
Forum: Northeast
06-16-20, 04:55 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 874
Posted By Longfellow02

Good luck, I hope you find a shop doing fittings....

Good luck, I hope you find a shop doing fittings.
Many are not doing 'full' fittings currently, due to the COVID 19 adventure. That include two shops I use, 1 in Kennebunk and 1 in Dover NH.

You...
06-10-20, 02:47 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,541
Posted By Longfellow02

I faced the same decision point as you. Although...

I faced the same decision point as you. Although I already had a Trek Domane with Shimano 105, so was 'spoiled' in that way.

I went to the LBS and test rode the Topstone Sora. I did not like the...
05-31-20, 11:11 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 7,049
Posted By Longfellow02

Newbie to all this...can you please explain why...

Newbie to all this...can you please explain why manufacturers would not suggest a 28-32 mm tire on a 25 internal width rim ? thanks !!​​​​​​
05-08-20, 05:13 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 33,585
Posted By Longfellow02

Thanks Jim, for the update. I'm wondering how...

Thanks Jim, for the update. I'm wondering how 46/30 is for mostly road riding ? Versus the 2020 ALR5 having 50/34 ? Has it seemed 'too low' on road riding so far ?
05-05-20, 12:48 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 33,585
Posted By Longfellow02

Looks nice !! Is the chain ring now a 46/30...

Looks nice !! Is the chain ring now a 46/30 setup ? If so, that's different from the 2020 ALR5, which was 50/34....
How do you like it so far ??
04-30-20, 05:45 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 33,585
Posted By Longfellow02

What are advantages/improvements with GRX...

What are advantages/improvements with GRX groupset for 2021 ? Is it lighter ? more gravel oriented ? More reliable ?
I'm trying to decide buy 2020 now, vs. wait for 2021 ...

Thanks
04-19-20, 03:22 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,836
Posted By Longfellow02

I've read that 40 mm tires on a 2020 Domane are a...

I've read that 40 mm tires on a 2020 Domane are a 'squeeze'.....Probably depends on the tire, as many are not true to size.

Does anyone know why the 2020 Domane is not offered in aluminum (other...
04-17-20, 11:19 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 8,297
Posted By Longfellow02

Well, on my 2016 Trek Domane 2.3, I have the...

Well, on my 2016 Trek Domane 2.3, I have the stock basic Bontrager rims. I think the internal width measurement is 15mm, if I'm doing this correctly.

I have no plans to replace the rims. Just...
04-17-20, 05:57 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 8,297
Posted By Longfellow02

Just curious....how true to size do the Panaracer...

Just curious....how true to size do the Panaracer road tires run ? Meaning, is a 28mm Panaracer when fully inflated really 28mm wide, or greater than that ?

My experience with Continentals is...
05-03-19, 10:48 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,120
Posted By Longfellow02

An orthopedic guy coupled with an x-ray will...

An orthopedic guy coupled with an x-ray will remove any doubt or questions, if it isn't better in a week or 2.

Shoulders are tricky...I've been dealing with rotator cuff sensitivity/woes since...
05-01-19, 07:53 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,400
Posted By Longfellow02

http://www.biketiresdirect.com/...

http://www.biketiresdirect.com/ (https://www.biketiresdirect.com/)

I have had good luck with these guys on a couple occasions. Look for the sale items. Lots of tire reviews.
04-30-19, 08:23 AM
Replies: 241
Views: 49,701
Posted By Longfellow02

Reference to my height, I guess (6'3"). Another...

Reference to my height, I guess (6'3"). Another 'not so well thought out' forum name.......
07-07-18, 11:06 AM
Replies: 27,079
Views: 3,097,241
Posted By Longfellow02

I did 18.3 miles this morning at a very relaxed...

I did 18.3 miles this morning at a very relaxed flower sniffing pace.
A perfect 68 degrees with no humidity, like we had earlier in the week.
07-07-18, 10:59 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,007
Posted By Longfellow02

Canklecat, are you using the Thermalite pedals on...

Canklecat, are you using the Thermalite pedals on a road bike ?
As an alternative option to clipless ? Just curious why these vs. clipless...
Thanks
06-29-18, 12:00 PM
Replies: 27,079
Views: 3,097,241
Posted By Longfellow02

19.5 miles today, around 11 AM. A warm 82...

19.5 miles today, around 11 AM. A warm 82 degrees, and humid also.
The weekend traffic in Vacationland has started already....difficult crossing Route 1 to get over near the beach.
Forum: Northeast
06-29-18, 06:38 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 833
Posted By Longfellow02

In a word, yes...Any and all parts of the Eastern...

In a word, yes...Any and all parts of the Eastern trail can be ridden with a hybrid.
The Eastern Trail Association has a fund raiser ride, the Saturday after Labor Day weekend, every year.
2018...
06-27-18, 12:09 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,809
Posted By Longfellow02

Congratulations on this accomplishment !!! It...

Congratulations on this accomplishment !!! It does sound life changing !!!
06-26-18, 05:16 PM
Replies: 27,079
Views: 3,097,241
Posted By Longfellow02

17 miles after work today. Headwinds seemed to be...

17 miles after work today. Headwinds seemed to be hitting me the whole way.
77 degrees and dry, nice weather for a ride.
06-13-18, 11:57 AM
Replies: 27,079
Views: 3,097,241
Posted By Longfellow02

15 miles on my lunch break...75 and humid here,...

15 miles on my lunch break...75 and humid here, and very breezy....
I'm retiring in a few weeks, so these stinkin' lunch hour rides will hopefully be replaced by longer rides in the morning !!
06-13-18, 11:40 AM
Replies: 177
Views: 31,004
Posted By Longfellow02

I'm a shade under 6' 2"..... and have a 58 cm...

I'm a shade under 6' 2"..... and have a 58 cm frame Trek Domane 2.3.
06-11-18, 09:50 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 10,571
Posted By Longfellow02

I'm still very new to clipless....and it happened...

I'm still very new to clipless....and it happened yesterday for me, on the Tour de Cure Charity ride.
3 or 4 riders in front of me stopped at an intersection, and I unclipped the right side, and...
05-23-18, 11:51 AM
Replies: 27,079
Views: 3,097,241
Posted By Longfellow02

I did 16.2 miles today at noontime. Bright blue...

I did 16.2 miles today at noontime. Bright blue sky and 75 degrees...perfect weather for it...Minimal traffic also.
It's supposed to get to 85 this coming Friday, which for here is VERY unseasonable...
05-02-18, 06:14 PM
Replies: 27,079
Views: 3,097,241
Posted By Longfellow02

14 miles on my lunch hour. It was way too warm...

14 miles on my lunch hour.
It was way too warm here today... about 85 degrees at noon, and I'm just not used to it yet...
I've only been back outside for a couple weeks, after a winter on the...
04-22-18, 05:25 AM
Replies: 27,079
Views: 3,097,241
Posted By Longfellow02

15.1 miles outside yesterday, first time outside...

15.1 miles outside yesterday, first time outside this year !!!
It felt great to be off the trainer/spin class and out on the roads again (although a bit different).

We still have patches of snow...
03-28-18, 06:25 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 5,983
Posted By Longfellow02

I've had good luck with the Nashbar Tempo...

I've had good luck with the Nashbar Tempo computers.


Get them on sale, the Dual was $39 and Triple was $44.


I wanted them with cadence, and both of these do... the triple has heart rate...
03-12-18, 07:55 AM
Replies: 180
Views: 20,309
Posted By Longfellow02

We use a CycleOps 2 Fluid trainer (dumb trainer)....

We use a CycleOps 2 Fluid trainer (dumb trainer).


It's sitting in front of a TV, and we play YouTube CTX ride videos to train with.
There are several different videos, and we switch between the...
03-10-18, 06:37 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 11,624
Posted By Longfellow02

I resumed cycling last year, after many years of...

I resumed cycling last year, after many years of not being on a bike.
I resurrected a 20+ year old hybrid (originally my wife's bike) and modernized the seat, stem and tires.
I started riding last...
Forum: Introductions
02-27-18, 08:24 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,035
Posted By Longfellow02

Welcome from Southern Maine. Great areas to...

Welcome from Southern Maine.
Great areas to ride in both NH and Maine..enjoy!!
02-22-18, 08:29 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,371
Posted By Longfellow02

six foot 3 and a half, playing basketball in high...

six foot 3 and a half, playing basketball in high school...1971..


Now an even 6 foot 2 in 2018....and still cannot shoot from the outside....
02-19-18, 11:13 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,820
Posted By Longfellow02

I'm probably going to do Tour de Cure in Wells,...

I'm probably going to do Tour de Cure in Wells, ME on June 10. 4 different legs/routes to choose from.
10-20-17, 08:55 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,772
Posted By Longfellow02

Old thread... but I guess it depends what...

Old thread... but I guess it depends what functions you need.
I've had a Nashbar Tempo double wireless for 6 months now, on my hybrid.
I paid $29 on sale in April.


It has speed, time,...
10-15-17, 05:45 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,220
Posted By Longfellow02

We might consider this one... Any idea of...

We might consider this one...


Any idea of the expected turnout, or additional information?


THANKS
10-12-17, 11:33 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,284
Posted By Longfellow02

Congratulations on your effort, and for...

Congratulations on your effort, and for continuing to be dedicated to riding through your medical challenges.
10-12-17, 11:23 AM
Replies: 27,079
Views: 3,097,241
Posted By Longfellow02

Just came in from a 15 mile lunch ride. Very cool...

Just came in from a 15 mile lunch ride. Very cool here, about 55 degrees with a headwind most of the way.
Busted out the cycling jacket for this one !! Leaves, pine needles and acorns making some...
09-22-17, 09:15 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,184
Posted By Longfellow02

I've been looking at carbon bikes. I notice the...

I've been looking at carbon bikes. I notice the saddle to bar drop and I wonder if I would be able to adjust to it. I would hate to spend $1700 and hate the position. But I feel like I wouldn't be...
09-19-17, 06:42 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,246
Posted By Longfellow02

I'm discovering the same thing as you, about head...

I'm discovering the same thing as you, about head tube length.


I'm looking for an endurance road bike to complement/replace the old hybrid I'm now riding.
The hybrid is 'very upright', like the...
09-18-17, 12:59 PM
Replies: 27,079
Views: 3,097,241
Posted By Longfellow02

13.1 miles today on my lunch break. Cool, at 65...

13.1 miles today on my lunch break. Cool, at 65 degrees and cloudy.


Remnants of Hurricane Jose are going to brush by us on Tu,Wed, Th this week.
09-15-17, 06:19 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 5,221
Posted By Longfellow02

I had an awesome white Univega Sportour, circa...

I had an awesome white Univega Sportour, circa 1983, that I dumped somewhere along the road of life.
I think it may have been part of a downsizing move. I wish I had kept it.
Original Shimano 600...
09-12-17, 08:49 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,223
Posted By Longfellow02

Yours is a better quality bike than the 1993...

Yours is a better quality bike than the 1993 Diamondback hybrid I restored this spring.
Mine had sat in a basement, and then a tool shed for the better part of 20 years.


Here's what I did to...
09-11-17, 03:05 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,654
Posted By Longfellow02

Congratulations on a great accomplishment....

Congratulations on a great accomplishment. :thumb:
You should be very proud of all the hard work and effort you put in.
09-09-17, 12:54 PM
Replies: 27,079
Views: 3,097,241
Posted By Longfellow02

I got back an hour or 2 ago from the Maine...

I got back an hour or 2 ago from the Maine Lighthouse Ride. 25 miles, and went past 7 lighthouses in S. Maine.
Nice day, cool, about 55 at 8:30 AM this morning.
It was hillier than I expected being...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-07-17, 05:00 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,518
Posted By Longfellow02

Thanks for the Synapse 'plug'. I'm going...

Thanks for the Synapse 'plug'.


I'm going to test ride a 2017 AL Synapse 105, and a 2017 Domane ALR4, for comfort and handling comparisons.
I'm looking for an endurance geometry aluminum road...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-06-17, 11:07 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,518
Posted By Longfellow02

I'm actually interested in the Synapse models......

I'm actually interested in the Synapse models... I like the relaxed geometry...


What do you guys think of the Synapse vs. Trek Domane ?? Any comparisons ?
09-04-17, 06:08 PM
Replies: 3,982
Views: 646,769
Posted By Longfellow02

Hi all, I did 21 miles on my hybrid...

Hi all,


I did 21 miles on my hybrid today. It was a tune-up for this coming Saturday's 25 mile fund raising ride.


Cool (high 60's and clear) this morning. Moving down from 38cc to 32cc...
09-01-17, 05:25 PM
Replies: 27,079
Views: 3,097,241
Posted By Longfellow02

Did 16 miles today on my (somewhat extended)...

Did 16 miles today on my (somewhat extended) lunch hour.


Cool here today, 59 degrees at noon, and a headwind most of the way.
Had to bust out the long sleeve shirt, to go under my Hi Vis...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-01-17, 04:41 AM
Replies: 21,309
Views: 5,163,538
Posted By Longfellow02

2 Continental Gator Hardshell 700x32 tires and...

2 Continental Gator Hardshell 700x32 tires and inner tubes for the hybrid.


What a difference they make compared to the 38's !!!
08-31-17, 12:09 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,500
Posted By Longfellow02

Have you considered the Trek Domane ALR 4 ? ...

Have you considered the Trek Domane ALR 4 ?


It's got slightly more relaxed/upright geomentry, and has the Tiagra groupset.
Which you may or may not be interested in.


I've been looking all...
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