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Forum: Road Cycling
04-29-15, 01:02 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 12,337
Posted By jwill87ta

56 is by far the most attractive frame size for a...

56 is by far the most attractive frame size for a complete bike. The proportions just work.

I am very impressed with how well the black and white theme is carried throughout the build, the ratio...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-21-15, 09:59 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,005
Posted By jwill87ta

Aside from the specialty tools for cassettes and...

Aside from the specialty tools for cassettes and BBs, the tools I use the most are a set of hex bolt sockets(allen keys). It is way easier tightening and mounting equipment using a socket wrench...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-05-15, 02:11 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 904
Posted By jwill87ta

Also, The Fenix 2 has support for power...

Also,

The Fenix 2 has support for power meters, where as the Fenix 1 does not. Other than that, I think the Fenix 1 has received all of the updates as the F2.

That and it doesn't support the...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-05-15, 02:09 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 904
Posted By jwill87ta

I've got a Garmin Fenix(1). I use it for both...

I've got a Garmin Fenix(1). I use it for both running, and cycling and it has done a great job tracking both. With GPS off the battery life is a week easily. The altimeter seems fairly accurate,...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-30-14, 03:40 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,263
Posted By jwill87ta

Not sure about LOOK, but the manual for...

Not sure about LOOK, but the manual for Speedplays states that they should NOT spin freely. The resistance is a sign that they are properly greased, and is minimal when compared to the force of the...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-07-14, 12:37 PM
Replies: 140
Views: 8,302
Posted By jwill87ta

-1 for missing a child safety outlet plug. ...

-1 for missing a child safety outlet plug.

Nice ride though.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-28-14, 11:47 AM
Replies: 1,131
Views: 179,532
Posted By jwill87ta

I'm not sure that Reynolds carbon wheels would be...

I'm not sure that Reynolds carbon wheels would be considered 'Budget'
Forum: Road Cycling
03-28-14, 11:44 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 7,881
Posted By jwill87ta

Here's mine. Has since been sold, but was a fun...

Here's mine. Has since been sold, but was a fun experience.371432
Forum: Road Cycling
03-28-14, 11:36 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,128
Posted By jwill87ta

I don't have any experience with the Revenio, but...

I don't have any experience with the Revenio, but my wife's Capri 2(Size 50) is noticeably heavier than my Fuji Roubaix 1.0LE(Size 54). Maybe the Revenio is different, but frame on her bike doesn't...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-28-14, 08:51 AM
Replies: 590
Views: 161,097
Posted By jwill87ta

I just got this same bike, and am really pleased...

I just got this same bike, and am really pleased thus far. I had a 2007 Roubaix Pro previously, and then a brief stint on a Madone. You can't beat the bang for your buck on FUJI brand IMO.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-21-14, 11:26 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,041
Posted By jwill87ta

I just bought a pair yesterday. Hopefully they...

I just bought a pair yesterday. Hopefully they work out.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-10-14, 02:34 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 3,853
Posted By jwill87ta

I'm not sure on the wheels, but I don't that the...

I'm not sure on the wheels, but I don't that the Ultegra Di2 would be out of place.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-24-14, 02:06 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,386
Posted By jwill87ta

I would ditch the carbon bracket and get an...

I would ditch the carbon bracket and get an aluminum one. I think the carbon tends to flex and affect the shifting. IMHO
Forum: Road Cycling
02-24-14, 02:02 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,371
Posted By jwill87ta

I don't know what they sell for new, but if it's...

I don't know what they sell for new, but if it's in "like new" condition and he will obviously help you with warranty issues down the road if needed, it doesn't sound like a bad deal.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-24-14, 08:15 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,386
Posted By jwill87ta

I'm not crazy about the carbon braze on adapters....

I'm not crazy about the carbon braze on adapters. Especially the ones that use the same bolt for clamping and attaching the derailleur, the FD tends to rotate as it settles in to the seat on the...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-24-13, 08:05 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 6,269
Posted By jwill87ta

I think that people are only sticking to...

I think that people are only sticking to commenting on the bikes because you specifically asked them not to comment on your situation with your parents. You didn't ask whether or not you should...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-08-13, 12:42 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 753
Posted By jwill87ta

Performance has a good sale on Fuji bikes right...

Performance has a good sale on Fuji bikes right now. A Roubaix with full 105 can be had for $1100. Tiagra bikes for less.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-31-13, 01:12 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 11,342
Posted By jwill87ta

If it helps at all I upgraded from an aluminum...

If it helps at all I upgraded from an aluminum frame to a carbon one and didn't notice any huge differences. They say that after 5 hours in the saddle you'll be less sore. I am currently looking...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-18-13, 03:08 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,182
Posted By jwill87ta

I guess what I'm saying is that even though your...

I guess what I'm saying is that even though your saddle is the same relative to your BB, you still need to reach the bars, and some factors such as ST angle could make it more difficult to reach the...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-18-13, 03:06 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,182
Posted By jwill87ta

I understand that your saddle setback will remain...

I understand that your saddle setback will remain constant; however if you have a larger setback then it will be harder to achieve with a steep ST angle. Also, like RollCNY said, the ST angle...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-18-13, 01:47 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,182
Posted By jwill87ta

This was the point I was trying to make, but you...

This was the point I was trying to make, but you explained it further and better than I.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-18-13, 08:12 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,182
Posted By jwill87ta

There's more to it than that unfortunately. If...

There's more to it than that unfortunately. If your leg length comes from longer femurs you'll want a lower seat tube angle to obtain the necessary setback from the pedals. If your lower leg (tibia...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-18-13, 07:59 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,318
Posted By jwill87ta

It's a fine beginners bike. you might want to...

It's a fine beginners bike. you might want to see what the cost difference is to jump up to a 105 equipped bike, but there will be nothing wrong with this bike and it will serve you for man miles if...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-17-13, 06:55 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,572
Posted By jwill87ta

Backing out the screw on the toe end will allow...

Backing out the screw on the toe end will allow your heel to travel further away from the bike. Backing out the heel end screw will allow your heel to travel toward the bike.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-16-13, 08:57 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,729
Posted By jwill87ta

I found that upgrading my crankset from FSA...

I found that upgrading my crankset from FSA Gossamer to SRAM Force made the biggest difference in front shifting. I also switched from compact to standard at that time so that could have added to...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-16-13, 08:42 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 5,494
Posted By jwill87ta

Replaced a cheap set of Alex wheels that wouldn't...

Replaced a cheap set of Alex wheels that wouldn't stay true with these ($175 I think) and haven't had an issue since. I'm about 195lbs too.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-10-13, 09:22 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 1,728
Posted By jwill87ta

Also a CNY local, and I didn't ride yesterday. I...

Also a CNY local, and I didn't ride yesterday. I did go for a small run though. Boilermaker training has begun.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-08-13, 06:58 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,111
Posted By jwill87ta

I have the black foam roller from Perform Better....

I have the black foam roller from Perform Better. It gets the job done. I also have "The Stick" and that works very well for loosening up the legs.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-03-13, 02:54 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,411
Posted By jwill87ta

Many low end Felts come with Microshift(or at...

Many low end Felts come with Microshift(or at least they used to). if you have a dealer near by, you might drop in and lay your hands on them. But don't forget to buy some tubes or something for...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-03-13, 06:34 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,040
Posted By jwill87ta

IIRC, Mavic wheels will not have an issue...

IIRC, Mavic wheels will not have an issue accepting an 11 speed cassette because they currently run a spacer with the 10s cassettes. You should obviously confirm that, but it may not prove to be an...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-02-13, 03:04 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,452
Posted By jwill87ta

https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:AN...

https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRxUOpjgwQREaoVsNuGNhZ0uSgnVjjwlVmkdWZBDTzwJ6V65c1Z5g

I have this stand. it works well as long as you are careful what you clamp and how...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-02-13, 02:28 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 4,498
Posted By jwill87ta

+1, Polarized

+1, Polarized
Forum: Road Cycling
03-29-13, 07:07 AM
Replies: 1,066
Views: 71,263
Posted By jwill87ta

Does this mean that we will now be seeing your...

Does this mean that we will now be seeing your rig in the Hot r Not thread?
Forum: Road Cycling
03-28-13, 07:32 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 9,406
Posted By jwill87ta

I had ALX-220s that came on my FUJI and they kept...

I had ALX-220s that came on my FUJI and they kept coming out of true and spokes would loosen. I'm 190lbs and just didnt want to deal with the hassle. i found a good deal on some Mavic Aksiums for...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-28-13, 06:43 AM
Replies: 1,066
Views: 71,263
Posted By jwill87ta

This has been a great thread, tangents and all. ...

This has been a great thread, tangents and all. Thank you to all who participated. I have learned a lot and am now motivated to build a set of wheels.

Bianchi, I look forward to your ride report...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-27-13, 08:02 PM
Replies: 1,066
Views: 71,263
Posted By jwill87ta

I can't believe in two pages no one has...

I can't believe in two pages no one has mentioned........

"Holy cross-chain, Batman!!!!" Your RD looks like it is in excruciating pain.

Sweet wheels though.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-21-13, 07:10 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,527
Posted By jwill87ta

My concern with "china carbon wheelset" clinchers...

My concern with "china carbon wheelset" clinchers would be that they are of the 1st generation design and will not properly dissipate heat, leading to rim/tire failures. Especially in a new rider...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
03-20-13, 12:47 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,358
Posted By jwill87ta

Anyone watching the race on Eurosport think the...

Anyone watching the race on Eurosport think the announcers might be slightly biased toward Sir Wiggo? He attacked for probably the first time on a climb ever, and you would have thought that he put...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
03-20-13, 12:44 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,358
Posted By jwill87ta

I thought they neutralized the time bonuses on...

I thought they neutralized the time bonuses on the mountain top finishes?
Forum: Road Cycling
03-20-13, 11:56 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,197
Posted By jwill87ta

I had this same exact problem with a pair of...

I had this same exact problem with a pair of Specialized shoes with BOAs. I moved cleats and tried everything. I ended up needing a shoe that was about two sizes larger(which gave me more width). ...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-20-13, 08:34 AM
Replies: 1,066
Views: 71,263
Posted By jwill87ta

+1, Exactly my first thought when I saw the pics.

+1, Exactly my first thought when I saw the pics.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-08-13, 12:44 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,025
Posted By jwill87ta

If you ditch the "Made in Taiwan" sticker, no one...

If you ditch the "Made in Taiwan" sticker, no one will no it's not made in France!!

Looks like a great build, I'd love to try out the new Red FD.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-06-13, 01:13 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 12,799
Posted By jwill87ta

This is exactly what I was going for when I...

This is exactly what I was going for when I dropped to a 54cm frame. The only issue that I'm running in to now is that my new frame has a larger seat tube angle which requires more saddle setback...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-06-13, 01:10 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,025
Posted By jwill87ta

That's going to be a nice looking build. I like...

That's going to be a nice looking build. I like the classic geometry of the Motobecanes
Forum: Road Cycling
03-06-13, 12:54 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 867
Posted By jwill87ta

I just got the Radar Paths as well and they are...

I just got the Radar Paths as well and they are great. The Radar Pitch are the same glasses with different lenses, and the Radar Path XL have even larger lenses.

I know most of them are...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-06-13, 08:45 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 12,799
Posted By jwill87ta

It's crazy to assume that all 6 footers are...

It's crazy to assume that all 6 footers are proportioned the same. And inch or two deducted from torso and added to legs can make a huge difference on bike fit.

OP, I'd say that depending on...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-06-13, 08:30 AM
Replies: 21,339
Views: 5,203,841
Posted By jwill87ta

Just bought a barely used Force crankset and a...

Just bought a barely used Force crankset and a new GXP BB for my new build.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-06-13, 08:26 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 683
Posted By jwill87ta

What about the Stages Crank power? I know DC...

What about the Stages Crank power? I know DC said it wasn't super accurate, but I don't know exactly what you're looking for. Would these work with a tandem crankset?
Forum: Road Cycling
03-05-13, 10:34 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 12,799
Posted By jwill87ta

I am 6ft even, and was riding a 56cm frame. I...

I am 6ft even, and was riding a 56cm frame. I ride with a good amount of seat setback, but that caused me to need a 90mm stem and it was too high(couldnt get a large enough arm angle to the bars). ...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-28-13, 02:55 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,632
Posted By jwill87ta

Fuji is a very underrated manufacturer, and they...

Fuji is a very underrated manufacturer, and they produce some quality stuff for less than their comparable models. Great deal, and nice looking bike.
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