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Forum: Road Cycling
06-29-23, 10:29 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 901
Posted By ChillDilettante

Thank you! Exactly what I was looking for.

Thank you! Exactly what I was looking for.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-28-23, 10:36 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 901
Posted By ChillDilettante

Stem measurements to increase height by 10mm?

I was lucky enough to just benefit from the stunning Trek frame guarantee. The new frame has very close geometry, but the steerer tube is shorter. I need another 10mm according to my bike fit...
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-07-23, 05:40 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,334
Posted By ChillDilettante

I test rode it briefly. The assist is...

I test rode it briefly. The assist is crazy...I've never ridden an ebike. I can see how it'd make you feel like a superhero.

I took it over some curbs and such, and yeah, it was a rougher ride...
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-04-23, 03:29 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,334
Posted By ChillDilettante

Yes, though hasn't been a problem lately. l've...

Yes, though hasn't been a problem lately. l've been faithfully doing exercises recommended by my physical therapist and switched to a 130/140 full suspension. My back hasn't been an issue since, but...
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-03-23, 10:48 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,334
Posted By ChillDilettante

It's set up tubeless and has carbon wheels....

It's set up tubeless and has carbon wheels. Probably pretty forgiving for a not-really full suspension. I'm bummed that they'll only let me test ride close by (flat, city), so no way to really tell...
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-03-23, 08:55 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,334
Posted By ChillDilettante

Is 60mm rear travel enough to save your back? Trek e-caliber

I was in the shop to pick up my road bike and a Trek E-caliber at a major discount caught my eye. I don't think I'm ready for an ebike yet (still want to earn it), but can see some advantages. The...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-02-23, 07:50 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 444
Posted By ChillDilettante

Professional bike fitter. He said it'd be a bit...

Professional bike fitter. He said it'd be a bit easier on my joints for maximum long term comfort, but not absolutely necessary. I'm just trying to suss out if it's doable.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-02-23, 07:47 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 444
Posted By ChillDilettante

Thanks for that catch. I appreciate the help....

Thanks for that catch. I appreciate the help. Maybe I'll look for used. Or skip it!
Forum: Northern California Regional Rides and Events
05-01-23, 08:26 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,412
Posted By ChillDilettante

What counts?

This sounds fun. What counts as "vintage"? 90's bikes too young?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-01-23, 08:20 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 444
Posted By ChillDilettante

Need smaller cranks for 2013 Domane. What do I buy?

I got a bike fit, and they suggested shorter cranks. I have a 2013 Trek Domane 5.2 with Utlegra 50/34 compact. I've never replaced cranks before. Can I buy a new ultegra crank, or do I need to find...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-04-22, 12:13 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 543
Posted By ChillDilettante

big ring up front, smaller in the back...harder...

big ring up front, smaller in the back...harder to pedal.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-04-22, 09:49 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 543
Posted By ChillDilettante

New Trek Domane sl6 vibration through pedals...flaw?

I went on my second ride on my new Domane yesterday and had this serious vibration through the pedals when I got up to 80 rpm in the tougher gears. It would be awful on a longer ride. Could this be a...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-03-22, 02:15 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 736
Posted By ChillDilettante

Thanks cxwrench. Ultegra brakes. ...

Thanks cxwrench. Ultegra brakes.
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Forum: Road Cycling
08-03-22, 01:13 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 736
Posted By ChillDilettante

Thanks for that. It looks like the 3mm above may...

Thanks for that. It looks like the 3mm above may not quite work in the rear. Maybe 28mm on the front, 25 back? I realize that wouldn't be optimally aero, but for comfort?
Forum: Road Cycling
08-03-22, 12:27 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 736
Posted By ChillDilettante

Can a 2013 Domane (caliper brakes) fit a 28mm tire?

Old forum post have conflicting answers. Wanting to get an even more comfortable ride by switching to 28mm tubeless (thinking Conti GP 5000) from 25mm contis w tubes. Will it work?
Forum: Road Cycling
07-09-22, 09:03 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,018
Posted By ChillDilettante

Thanks. So maybe you can answer my wheels...

Thanks. So maybe you can answer my wheels question. How do alternate wheels work vis a vis cassette/brake discs?
Forum: Road Cycling
07-09-22, 04:40 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,018
Posted By ChillDilettante

Thanks. That's quite the thorough analysis. Seems...

Thanks. That's quite the thorough analysis. Seems like it would probably be noticeably slower.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-09-22, 03:51 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,018
Posted By ChillDilettante

Trek 2022 Domane SL 6 vs 2023 Checkpoint SL 6

I'm looking at an upgrade for mostly road riding with a little gravel. Comfort is a super high priority. Was thinking Domane (currently ride an older model), but fit is an issue because of the high...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-09-22, 08:33 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,272
Posted By ChillDilettante

You got me going down that rabbit hole. The 2023...

You got me going down that rabbit hole. The 2023 is out now and it has a 1x with etap for the same price as the mechanical ultegra 2022 domane, and that sounds intriguing. Less weight and simpler....
Forum: Road Cycling
07-08-22, 09:07 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,272
Posted By ChillDilettante

thanks for pointing that out. I checked my...

thanks for pointing that out. I checked my current 52, and the saddle is already all the way back on that. This bike just may not work for me, dammit!
Forum: Road Cycling
07-07-22, 10:43 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,272
Posted By ChillDilettante

Huh. I assume the high seat mast serves some...

Huh. I assume the high seat mast serves some purpose? I'd be nervous to trim it (also re-sale issues). I like the cranks solution. That could work. I've been through many saddles in my day and have...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-06-22, 10:53 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,272
Posted By ChillDilettante

2022 Trek Domane sl6 sizing issue w seat mast

So I currently ride a 2013 Domane 5.2 in size 52 and feel like it fits. I'm considering a new SL6, but having an issue because I have a longer body and shorter inseam. On the charts 52 is right for...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
04-15-21, 10:43 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,006
Posted By ChillDilettante

Well, thanks to the sit bone width comment, I...

Well, thanks to the sit bone width comment, I tried scooting to the side (kind of riding one-cheeked) and discovered the fabled "hammock". I also felt where my sit bones were while sitting...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-12-21, 09:46 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 340
Posted By ChillDilettante

What is a 2013 Lynskey R255 worth?

Hi, I looked at a 255 that's in great shape. I feel like the price is slightly high at 2,300. Am I off base?
Forum: Commuting
04-12-21, 09:39 PM
Replies: 1,688
Views: 345,208
Posted By ChillDilettante

Baby rattlesnake

Yesterday, I saw a baby rattlesnake on my bike trail ride. I circled back to shoo it away, so yeah, it really was a very small rattler. Sorry, no pics!
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
04-11-21, 09:47 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,006
Posted By ChillDilettante

That's an excellent point and I suspect, ...

That's an excellent point and I suspect, correct. I went today and with advice from here, ended up with a fairly comfortable ride, but only 20 miles. I didn't need to sit up much. I'm right about at...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
04-11-21, 11:16 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,006
Posted By ChillDilettante

Thank you! That is very specific and helpful. ...

Thank you! That is very specific and helpful. I'm going to ride today with this in mind. Much appreciated.
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
03-30-21, 09:19 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,006
Posted By ChillDilettante

Thanks. This guy does make me want to keep trying.

Thanks. This guy does make me want to keep trying.
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
03-29-21, 09:39 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,006
Posted By ChillDilettante

Getting comfortable on Selle Anotomica x2?

I just bought a Selle Anatomica X2 for my Trek Domane road bike. Took it on a 30 miler yesterday, stopping a zillion times to make little adjustments. It feels horrible on my sit bones if I sit up...
Forum: Pills and Ills
07-30-20, 10:22 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 525
Posted By ChillDilettante

Just had shoulder surgery. How long did your recovery take?

So I'd been on the elective surgery waitlist for many months and got called up with a week's notice. Surgery 2 days ago. Thought it'd be shoulder impingement freeing (much shorter recovery),but...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
07-20-20, 09:43 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,402
Posted By ChillDilettante

It feels strangely good to be understood on...

It feels strangely good to be understood on matters bike. Best with the wheel-less wonder!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
07-20-20, 08:45 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,402
Posted By ChillDilettante

So I looked at it yesterday. Felt good to ride....

So I looked at it yesterday. Felt good to ride. The paint was not sneezed off of it or anything, but it also wasn't shiny or as strikingly over the top as expected (what with the red rolf rims and...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
07-18-20, 10:35 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,402
Posted By ChillDilettante

That's fast! Might ride the paint right off! I...

That's fast! Might ride the paint right off!
I don't NEED another bike, just like this one. I also read that people had issues with the rear wheel coming off, the front hub squeaking, and the...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
07-14-20, 01:11 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,402
Posted By ChillDilettante

2000 Lemond Zurich worth?

So there's a 2000 Lemond Zurich on CL, with new tires and freshly tuned. Looks to be in good condition. Great bike, but it IS almost old enough to drink. The bike market here is on the pricier side....
Forum: Northern California
07-09-20, 06:14 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 845
Posted By ChillDilettante

That sounds fantastic! I love how simple the...

That sounds fantastic! I love how simple the wayfinding it, which seems key for a solo ride. I think I'll go ride one lap sometime soon to scope it out. Any suggestions on water stops? I can't quite...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
07-08-20, 11:20 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,820
Posted By ChillDilettante

Tough crowd! Also, just the sort of thing I was...

Tough crowd! Also, just the sort of thing I was hoping to learn. Much appreciated. I love
​ those chrome forks, but the whole bike also matters!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
07-08-20, 05:04 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,820
Posted By ChillDilettante

Jeunet Franche-Comte mixte - worth the price?

https://sacramento.craigslist.org/bik/d/shingle-springs-rare-french-jeunet/7153968370.html

This looks lovely to me, but the seller says it's 57cm - it looks smaller to me. What do you think? I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-08-20, 05:02 PM
Replies: 8,799
Views: 1,113,495
Posted By ChillDilettante

Shimano A600 pedals - scratched

I got what seem to be the last pair of Shimano A600 pedals directly from Shimano, but they were clearly used - scratched pretty significantly and one of them had some latex paint or something around...
Forum: Northern California
07-08-20, 12:39 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 845
Posted By ChillDilettante

This sounds great. I have access to a place in...

This sounds great. I have access to a place in Truckee, so I could get an early start. Please do share some details. Thank you.
Forum: Northern California
07-07-20, 06:05 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 845
Posted By ChillDilettante

This looks like a real possibility. Will check it...

This looks like a real possibility. Will check it out. Thanks.I mean if fixies can do it......
Forum: Northern California
07-07-20, 04:09 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 845
Posted By ChillDilettante

Solo century route in Central Valley or Wine Country?

So, like I'm sure many of you are, I'm processing my Covid angst by biking most days. Thinking of giving myself a goal - maybe doing a solo century? I'd prefer to start near Sacramento and prioritize...
Forum: Introductions
07-07-20, 04:03 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 329
Posted By ChillDilettante

Hello from Northern California

I've been looking at this forum for advice for a long time, but finally decided to join in. I have been cycling for my whole life, pretty much, though never competitively or anything. Started...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-06-20, 10:34 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,117
Posted By ChillDilettante

Thanks!

Thanks! Wow. So many fantastic points I hadn't considered. Some makes I've never even heard of. Might be tough to find in Northern California? Worth looking though. Thanks everyone.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-06-20, 03:35 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,117
Posted By ChillDilettante

Lightish vintage mixte?

Any suggestions for someone looking for a vintage mixte with cruiser handlebars (preferably with a chrome looking fork), not a Schwinn, that isn't heavy as hell?

I've got a classic Raleigh with a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-06-20, 03:13 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 387
Posted By ChillDilettante

Thank you. I'll try that. It doesn't have...

Thank you. I'll try that. It doesn't have individual scratches, so much as it's cloudy/not shiny. I'll try the polish/wax option. Not quite to the re-doing the clearcoat level.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-06-20, 10:26 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 387
Posted By ChillDilettante

I tried a car scratch remover/polisher with no...

I tried a car scratch remover/polisher with no luck. Started to worry that the micro abrasives were worsening it. Possibly quit too soon?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-06-20, 09:51 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 387
Posted By ChillDilettante

Scuffed clearcoat on steel Lemond

I did a dumb thing. I used a kitchen scrub sponge to try to get gunk off my shiny steel framed Lemond Croix de Fer. Any tips for restoring the shine? It's not deep, but detracts from the beauty.
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