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Forum: Northern California
10-17-17, 08:22 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,190
Posted By absoludicrous

Despite all of the bigger climbs being...

Despite all of the bigger climbs being unrideable, we were able to do the 3 Bears loop. Initially we had planned to ride this route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/2571882

However, the Di2 on my...
Forum: Northern California
10-14-17, 05:43 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,942
Posted By absoludicrous

With Diablo and Mt Tam still closed I'm going to...

With Diablo and Mt Tam still closed I'm going to head for the Berkeley hills.

That's the plan for tomorrow's ride unless either park decides open for Sunday morning.

Air seems a lot better in...
Forum: Northern California
10-12-17, 01:14 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,942
Posted By absoludicrous

Disappointing to hear how bad it is. I'm in town...

Disappointing to hear how bad it is. I'm in town Fri-Sun (coming from Minnesota and staying in Berkeley) and had a ride planned that involved climbing Diablo. Not looking too optimistic at this...
Forum: Northern California
10-12-17, 01:06 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,190
Posted By absoludicrous

I'm keeping an eye this, would be a big bummer if...

I'm keeping an eye this, would be a big bummer if we couldn't ride. I was going to fall back and do Mt Tam if Diablo is close or conditions are just that bad, but it doesn't look any better in the...
Forum: Northern California
10-09-17, 12:07 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,190
Posted By absoludicrous

Here is a peak at how I updated my route...look...

Here is a peak at how I updated my route...look good?

https://i.imgur.com/reNNAAP.png
Forum: Northern California
10-09-17, 09:41 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,190
Posted By absoludicrous

Thanks! Got this one addressed and updated in my...

Thanks! Got this one addressed and updated in my route.
Forum: Northern California
10-09-17, 09:35 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,190
Posted By absoludicrous

Really appreciate the input, wouldn't have known...

Really appreciate the input, wouldn't have known otherwise. I have updated the route to address Ygnacio Valley Road. Here is the bypass...Look good?

https://i.imgur.com/J2a0ikF.png
Forum: Northern California
10-09-17, 09:22 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,190
Posted By absoludicrous

Thanks for the info, very helpful and much...

Thanks for the info, very helpful and much appreciated.
Forum: Northern California
10-06-17, 01:57 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,190
Posted By absoludicrous

Berkeley - Mount Diablo - Berkeley Next Sunday

I will be in town with a friend briefly and have a couple of bikes lined up. We are doing a loop out of downtown Berkeley to Diablo (climbing the N. side) and then back to Berkeley.

Route:...
Forum: Cyclocross Racing
10-04-17, 01:35 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,652
Posted By absoludicrous

Just bought some Chicanes

Just bought some Chicanes
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-20-17, 03:18 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 599
Posted By absoludicrous

As mentioned, the new wheelset comes with rotors,...

As mentioned, the new wheelset comes with rotors, it just lacks the cassette. I'm not looking to convert my current wheels, I'm looking for a fully built second set of wheels. Just wanted to confirm...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-20-17, 02:56 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 599
Posted By absoludicrous

Wheelset upgrade

I'm currently running a set of Mavic Aksium discs on my Felt F4x. They are the stock wheels and are equipped with 6-bolt Shimano rotors. I found a set of wheels that are setup with Shimano centerlock...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-01-17, 11:22 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,758
Posted By absoludicrous

Thanks. It looks like Enduro unite looks like...

Thanks. It looks like Enduro unite looks like might be the only compatible unit. However, I don't see anything for a BB30 here:
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-01-17, 08:11 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,758
Posted By absoludicrous

Definitely not going to throw money at it. I'm...

Definitely not going to throw money at it. I'm the 3rd owner of the bike which is a 2015 model, no service history that I could get from the previous owner. Cranks spin long and quiet when the chain...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-31-17, 07:50 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,758
Posted By absoludicrous

I wouldn't say mandatory, but I specifically...

I wouldn't say mandatory, but I specifically purchased this bike based off the frameset and groupset. It's my dedicated cross bike so 1x is realllllly nice for that. The other option I have is to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-31-17, 11:16 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,758
Posted By absoludicrous

Makes sense then. I'm looking for an alternative...

Makes sense then. I'm looking for an alternative to applying loc-tite to the bearing and bottom bracket surfaces as I have heard mixed reviews.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-31-17, 09:59 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,758
Posted By absoludicrous

BB30 Adapter Options

I've got some noise coming from my bottom bracket (BB30). I've found a couple adapters that basically move the internal bearings outboard, and they get good reviews.

Enduro TorqTite BB30 ...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-28-17, 08:38 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,898
Posted By absoludicrous

Thanks for insight and feedback. I ended up...

Thanks for insight and feedback. I ended up buying the Felt from a local seller. It was just too good a bike to pass up. First thing I plan on upgrading is the wheelset, this is the second set of...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-26-17, 12:08 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,898
Posted By absoludicrous

Good to know. The Felt seems like a lot of bike...

Good to know. The Felt seems like a lot of bike for $1300. Thru-axles were a big deal, but I'm fine surrendering them for a much better frameset.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-26-17, 12:01 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,898
Posted By absoludicrous

Not extensively, but I have ridden bikes (not...

Not extensively, but I have ridden bikes (not raced) that have had mech disc and hydro disc. Both have exceeded expectations and what I'm accustomed to...the hydros were on another level with regards...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-26-17, 11:48 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,898
Posted By absoludicrous

They are not. The felt also comes with mech...

They are not. The felt also comes with mech brakes. Those are two negotiables that I'd be giving up in lieu of a better overall groupset and, dare I say, MUCH better frameset. Wheels could be...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-26-17, 11:13 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,898
Posted By absoludicrous

Looking for a racier bike for CX season. But yes,...

Looking for a racier bike for CX season. But yes, the plan is to get out and test them.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-26-17, 10:50 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,898
Posted By absoludicrous

I have found a local seller with a 2015 Felt F4x...

I have found a local seller with a 2015 Felt F4x for sale for the same price as the 2018 Giant TCX SLR 2.

F4x - Felt Bicycles...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
07-26-17, 08:15 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,777
Posted By absoludicrous

That's fair, I just don't understand why you're...

That's fair, I just don't understand why you're making it seem like cadence is irrelevant and doesn't matter. Especially baffling considering how much training you have done and how many...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
07-26-17, 07:51 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,777
Posted By absoludicrous

It's about tapping into the aerobic system. When...

It's about tapping into the aerobic system. When you're doing an FTP test you probably don't self-select a specific wattage, especially not on the first test you do. I'm advocating that cadence DOES...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
07-25-17, 03:25 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,777
Posted By absoludicrous

Riding at a low cadence, and 70 is very low, like...

Riding at a low cadence, and 70 is very low, like a climbing cadence severly taxes the muscles and their endurance, where as a higher cadence recruits more of the aerobic system and saves the...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
07-25-17, 01:39 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,777
Posted By absoludicrous

Have you done an FTP test? They aren't...

Have you done an FTP test? They aren't comfortable regardless of how you ride it.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
07-25-17, 11:16 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,777
Posted By absoludicrous

Ride what is comfortable, but working on leg...

Ride what is comfortable, but working on leg speed has benefits, and It does matter.

You'll feel a difference riding an FTP test at 70 RPM vs 110 RPM. I would bet you'd test higher and finish...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
07-25-17, 11:13 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,201
Posted By absoludicrous

Your cadence is incredibly low. Everyone is...

Your cadence is incredibly low. Everyone is different and have different natural cadences, but a "fast spin" would be something like 100-110, with a natural around 87-92. 60-65 sounds like you're...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-25-17, 07:33 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,898
Posted By absoludicrous

Yep, I could build up a frame. However, a new...

Yep, I could build up a frame. However, a new Rival groupset eats up 50% of my budget, let alone a wheelset, bars, etc. I'm also willing to buy used if the right bike is available.



I think...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-24-17, 02:51 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,898
Posted By absoludicrous

That bike is also on the short list, but they...

That bike is also on the short list, but they don't have my size (XL/60-61cm)
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-24-17, 02:44 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,898
Posted By absoludicrous

You're right about that. If only the Giant was...

You're right about that. If only the Giant was Rival 1x, I still think that is the bike I will go with. Thanks!
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-24-17, 11:48 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,898
Posted By absoludicrous

Excellent points. I have a spreadsheet going with...

Excellent points. I have a spreadsheet going with geometry for all the mentioned bikes. They are all very similar...the Felt has longer geo than the others, but is closer to what I ride now...which...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-24-17, 11:21 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,898
Posted By absoludicrous

Thanks for this, exactly what I want to hear.

Thanks for this, exactly what I want to hear.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-24-17, 09:09 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,898
Posted By absoludicrous

I will be racing cross with it this year and it...

I will be racing cross with it this year and it would also serve as my gravel racing bike, as well as commuter. My current bike is a canti-braked All City Space Horse which would be relegated to my...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-24-17, 08:18 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,898
Posted By absoludicrous

$1500 budget, 3 options

Given my modest budget of approx $1500, I believe these are the 3 best options available in the current market. However, any input on other candidates would be greatly appreciated.

I have a...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
07-21-17, 11:43 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,716
Posted By absoludicrous

Very good point. I carried little base and zero...

Very good point. I carried little base and zero bike handling skills into my first "season" of cross, but was able to hang mid pack with 4's and 5's largely due to having the ability to go hard for...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
07-21-17, 11:40 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,716
Posted By absoludicrous

Not worked up, just couldn't distinguish the...

Not worked up, just couldn't distinguish the joke. My bad. I must say, we aren't debating whether or not holding 500w would be more challenging for someone who has a lower threshold than another...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
07-20-17, 08:22 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,716
Posted By absoludicrous

A person's threshold has no relation to whether...

A person's threshold has no relation to whether or not they are "more supra". Someone with an FTP of 150w will find riding at 150% of FTP to be extremely difficult in the same way that someone with...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
07-20-17, 09:30 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,716
Posted By absoludicrous

But CX is mostly short supra-threshold efforts. I...

But CX is mostly short supra-threshold efforts. I think you need to balance out the workouts with one super-high intensity workout per week.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-19-17, 06:14 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,356
Posted By absoludicrous

That's a sharp looking build. How about set of...

That's a sharp looking build. How about set of HED Belgium+ to finish it off?
Forum: Training & Nutrition
07-19-17, 05:57 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,716
Posted By absoludicrous

I think it's totally doable, you have options....

I think it's totally doable, you have options. What type of trainer do you have? I would consider investing in a subscription to TrainerRoad...made a huge difference for me and I will be picking up...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
06-26-17, 03:26 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,977
Posted By absoludicrous

Hope you find out it's nothing. Last summer I...

Hope you find out it's nothing. Last summer I suffered from a few cases of very bad headaches while riding hard and it prompted me to get checked out. Had a weird EKG (I'm 32), which prompted a...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
06-17-17, 11:20 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,977
Posted By absoludicrous

Yes, 120/70. Took a stress test last August and...

Yes, 120/70. Took a stress test last August and everything was solid.

I'm perplexed at how quickly my heart rate rises with little effort. I'm beating a dead horse here, but I guess I'm surprised...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
06-17-17, 09:44 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,977
Posted By absoludicrous

I'm the opposite of this...I can't keep the HR...

I'm the opposite of this...I can't keep the HR down, despite being well conditioned and with no signs of over training. The only constant is that I always have a cup of coffee before I riding in the...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
06-16-17, 07:58 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,977
Posted By absoludicrous

Despite what my LTHR is, what I find concerning...

Despite what my LTHR is, what I find concerning (maybe I shouldn't care) is that even at a 15 mph/breath-through-nose pace my heart rate is still in the 130-145 range which is essentially making it...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-13-17, 03:38 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,126
Posted By absoludicrous

I don't know a ton about Stevens, but they...

I don't know a ton about Stevens, but they sponsor some very talented cyclocross racers, and have a few Euro road teams riding their frames. I would buy one if the price is right.

6800 Ultegra >...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
06-13-17, 07:33 AM
Replies: 17,819
Views: 1,462,562
Posted By absoludicrous

Rode on Saturday and did 98 miles, fighting 30...

Rode on Saturday and did 98 miles, fighting 30 mph wind gusts and temps in the low 90's. 354 TSS, Basically rode at tempo or threshold for most of the ride. Cramped 88 miles in, fought that off, and...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
06-12-17, 03:48 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,977
Posted By absoludicrous

I agree! The whole time I had narrowed it...

I agree!

The whole time I had narrowed it down to either a faulty HR monitor or some discrepancy in LTHR indoors vs outdoors. I think the bottom line is that it's more difficult to achieve a...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
06-12-17, 03:24 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,977
Posted By absoludicrous

I looked at a couple of segments from a race a...

I looked at a couple of segments from a race a few weeks back that involved a cat 3 climb in which it took 13 min to complete and my avg heart rate during that time was 188 bpm. I don't have a power...
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