What’s on your Christmas wish list?
11-25-20, 04:52 PM
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I will not have it in my possession by Christmas, but I purchased a custom BAUM Corretto with all the bells and whistles, including SRAM Red AXS, Enve 5.6 wheels and Cane Creek ee brakes. I consider it my dream bike.
Now, about my wish list: world peace, a sudden end to this pandemic, global cooperation to allow us to reverse climate change, negative global human reproduction rate and every human immediately becoming vegan to end animal suffering due to human consumption
Now, about my wish list: world peace, a sudden end to this pandemic, global cooperation to allow us to reverse climate change, negative global human reproduction rate and every human immediately becoming vegan to end animal suffering due to human consumption
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11-25-20, 06:19 PM
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Dream big or go home. Hopefully, we all have an ideal world about which we dream and for which we work. I doubt I’ll live to see the ideal world I imagine. But, that does not make it any less desirable.
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11-25-20, 06:29 PM
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Although 2020 has been awful we are very fortunate this year as we're both still working at our full time jobs and we don't know many folks in our immediate circle who've been too negatively affected by COVID-19. Generally we don't ask for much, but if a beautiful brass bell showed up under the tree on Xmas morning...
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11-25-20, 07:49 PM
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11-25-20, 09:02 PM
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I don't really need anything that money can buy.
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11-25-20, 09:04 PM
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105 with Rotor ALDHU cranks (for the P2M NG power meter).
Nothing else upgraded.
I'd love to the wheels like Mojo31 , but I think I would get more "use" out of Di2, but again, I'm not sure if putting Ultegra Di2 on a 105 bike is something worth doing.
Nothing else upgraded.
I'd love to the wheels like Mojo31 , but I think I would get more "use" out of Di2, but again, I'm not sure if putting Ultegra Di2 on a 105 bike is something worth doing.
All of the SL frames are the same regardless of the groupset that was on it when purchased; there's nothing wrong with putting Di2 on that frame if that's what you want to do. You might end up spending a little more than if you would have jumped straight to the SL7 trim (factoring in the wheels, cockpit, etc), but do the math and see where it lands. Keep in mind that you can sell the 105 group to recoup some of the Di2 conversion or you can keep it for a future build.
11-26-20, 09:18 AM
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Not that I need any more ideas on what to spend money on, but what’s on your wish list? (Or what’s the next bike or bike related purchase you are planning on?)
For me, it’s a Di2 upgrade (although it may be a bit overkill for my 105-level Domane SL 5)
AFA a bike goes, I’m pretty happy with the Domane, but if I ever get to “race weight” I’d like a Bianchi Oltre XR3 or an R5... maybe a Madone if I won the lottery
For me, it’s a Di2 upgrade (although it may be a bit overkill for my 105-level Domane SL 5)
AFA a bike goes, I’m pretty happy with the Domane, but if I ever get to “race weight” I’d like a Bianchi Oltre XR3 or an R5... maybe a Madone if I won the lottery
-New helmet - Bought yesterday
-New stiffer shoes
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11-26-20, 09:27 AM
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I am sorely tempted to get a set of Roval Rapide CLXes, to replace my CLX64s. 200gm lighter and supposed faster/less susceptible to cross winds - the 200gm weight loss would be nice from a pride-of-ownership point of view and the improved handling in crosswinds would be fantastic where I ride, where it can get quite windy.
BUT... I just bought 3 bikes in the past year (Venge, R5 and Factor LS) and even though I sold the R5, I am hearing a lot of grumbling coming from my better half about how she needs a better bike (which she definitely does). So Cervelo Caledonia or Aspero with a Di2 build and light carbon wheels for her coming up first.
But I do need a pair of shoes (both my pairs are now 5+ years old) and a new helmet.
BUT... I just bought 3 bikes in the past year (Venge, R5 and Factor LS) and even though I sold the R5, I am hearing a lot of grumbling coming from my better half about how she needs a better bike (which she definitely does). So Cervelo Caledonia or Aspero with a Di2 build and light carbon wheels for her coming up first.
But I do need a pair of shoes (both my pairs are now 5+ years old) and a new helmet.
11-26-20, 09:54 AM
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I've pretty much got everything I need, so not a lot that I want. Although I ride an Allez with Claris and stock wheels, I only have a slight urge to get up to 11 speed and/or more aero wheels. Considering I do most of my riding indoors on the trainer using ERG mode, I have neither the need for more gearing nor wheels lol given that, another 10w on my FTP (currently somewhere in the 295-305 neighborhood) would be super lol
11-26-20, 11:17 AM
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11-26-20, 01:52 PM
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Finding the damn bikes is a challenge, though.
11-26-20, 03:31 PM
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Honestly, I agree - I dont think either she or I will use the wide tire capacity of our gravel bikes that much. But it's just nice to have if need be, especially as the more race-oriented bikes ride very close to a road bike with thinner tires anyway.
Finding the damn bikes is a challenge, though.
Finding the damn bikes is a challenge, though.
Do post plenty of pics if/when she gets one, though.
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11-27-20, 12:23 AM
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If I could do it over, I'd take either one over my R3, no hesitation - it would be great to have that versatility and I'd occasionally take advantage of it. To replace the R3, though, taking the loss, and then buying the new one at top(-ish) dollar? Nah, not worth that much to me.
And will do so... looks like it will be Jan or Feb by the time she gets the bike, though. I have ordered a Breakaway/folding style custom steel bike for her, though. Even that wont be ready by December (her birthday) but i should atleasy have a photo of the tubing to show her....
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11-27-20, 12:31 AM
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This year, pandemic aside, has already been exceptional. Since January, I have retired from the military, bought a house and finally settled back down after 26 years of globe trotting. I have all of my kids under one roof. My oldest (20) is doing his Junior year of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Wisconsin in my basement. My second oldest (14), just finished her eight grade year and my youngest (7) finished second grade. This will probably be the last year I have them all together. For me, Christmas came early...
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11-27-20, 05:03 AM
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Yeah, true - I got really lucky in scoring my R5 frameset for $2000 - which is pretty much what I sold it for. Taking a 30-50% bath on a full price frame would have really sucked.
And will do so... looks like it will be Jan or Feb by the time she gets the bike, though. I have ordered a Breakaway/folding style custom steel bike for her, though. Even that wont be ready by December (her birthday) but i should atleasy have a photo of the tubing to show her....
And will do so... looks like it will be Jan or Feb by the time she gets the bike, though. I have ordered a Breakaway/folding style custom steel bike for her, though. Even that wont be ready by December (her birthday) but i should atleasy have a photo of the tubing to show her....
Interested in knowing a little more about this breakaway.
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11-27-20, 08:13 PM
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Never celebrated X-mas and currently just do a sort of December gift exchange but if I had to pick something I want that is an actual physical item and not just a swift end to COVID and doing an Indonesian style punishment for those who don't believe in COVID and doing their part to end it...I would probably go with the Tactical Solutions X-Ring Takedown .22. I want something to modify that isn't a bike for once and really try for a super light build.
If it were more cycling related it would probably be tools at this point:
Beta T-Handle Wrenches
Snap-On Racheting Short Combination Wrenches 7-12
Abbey Socket Crombie (and maybe a bottom bracket tool and HAG)
Knipex Cable Cutters
Though if someone dropped of an XTR spider or chainrings for their M952 crankset I wouldn't say no to those especially if NOS or at least in good rideable condition.
If it were more cycling related it would probably be tools at this point:
Beta T-Handle Wrenches
Snap-On Racheting Short Combination Wrenches 7-12
Abbey Socket Crombie (and maybe a bottom bracket tool and HAG)
Knipex Cable Cutters
Though if someone dropped of an XTR spider or chainrings for their M952 crankset I wouldn't say no to those especially if NOS or at least in good rideable condition.
11-28-20, 09:20 AM
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It's actually a folding design, not a breakaway - the rear triangle folds in, similar to how Bike Fridays fold. End result is that the bike fits in a square case that is just about the size of the wheel (same size box as the Ritchey Breakaway) - see photo for the design. Should make it easier to unpack and a LOT easier to travel with.
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11-28-20, 11:35 AM
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It's actually a folding design, not a breakaway - the rear triangle folds in, similar to how Bike Fridays fold. End result is that the bike fits in a square case that is just about the size of the wheel (same size box as the Ritchey Breakaway) - see photo for the design. Should make it easier to unpack and a LOT easier to travel with.
Could you pm some information about these bikes. I tried a quick google and could not find anything that looked like this. I am assuming it will be full sized like a Ritchey. I am all about finding something I can bring to work with me.
Thanks.
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I would take 2 COVID vaccine shots for Xmas or shortly after. Got to live to enjoy the toys.
Resolution to my shoulder issues would be second.
Resolution to my shoulder issues would be second.
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11-29-20, 11:06 AM
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I made my purchases a couple of weeks ago. Cinelli Superstar disc frame, Fulcrum Racing 3 wheels, Juin-Tech brake calipers, Campy 160mm rotors, Michelin 28mm tubeless tires, Jagwire compressionless brake cable housing, Galfer brake pads, all times two. I sold two 2017 rim brake frames, two wheelsets, 6 extra tires and two brake sets on Ebay. Except for extra tires, I'm set for quite awhile.
