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Forum: Road Cycling
01-02-24, 07:45 PM
Replies: 21,302
Views: 5,151,782
Posted By sshakari

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just picked up...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-24-22, 03:46 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,185
Posted By sshakari

Used to ride Wipperman, but recently switched to...

Used to ride Wipperman, but recently switched to Ultegra CN-HG701. Mainly because they are much quieter compared to Wipperman. Still use the Wipperman link and KMC reusable links.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-19-22, 06:30 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,752
Posted By sshakari

Silca Mattone - that is what I use on all 3 of my...

Silca Mattone - that is what I use on all 3 of my bikes both tubeless and tubed bikes. Not too big has boa and fits just right on the saddle.
10-17-22, 05:33 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 2,968
Posted By sshakari

I have been fasting intermittently and regularly...

I have been fasting intermittently and regularly for 24-72 hours with excellent results.
I ride 3-4 times a week for 2 hours in zone 2. Lately after reading and Youtube vids on endurance training -...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-05-22, 03:53 PM
Replies: 27,200
Views: 18,364,040
Posted By sshakari

Merckx Liege 75 with Ultegra and 105 cranks,...

Merckx Liege 75 with Ultegra and 105 cranks, Ultegra wheels 19.3 lbs without pedals....
10-05-22, 03:52 PM
Replies: 3,534
Views: 973,568
Posted By sshakari

Merckx Liege 75 with Ultegra and 105 crank,...

Merckx Liege 75 with Ultegra and 105 crank, Ultegra wheels
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Forum: Road Cycling
09-11-22, 04:52 PM
Replies: 21,302
Views: 5,151,782
Posted By sshakari

Went shopping & now showing off: merckx liege...

Went shopping & now showing off:
merckx liege 75 frameset, Shimano ultegra group set (without crankset), Shimano Ultegra wheelset, Selle Italia ti saddle, Easton stem. Now just need bar tape &...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-09-22, 10:04 AM
Replies: 7,376
Views: 147,129
Posted By sshakari

I was looking at r500 & helix and they are nice...

I was looking at r500 & helix and they are nice bikes. While shopping around I got a steel rim brake frame to build up. Its nice to have a wife who understands and rides!
Forum: Road Cycling
09-08-22, 10:03 AM
Replies: 7,376
Views: 147,129
Posted By sshakari

Wow! No I cant wait to get it built up.

Wow! No I cant wait to get it built up.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-07-22, 03:44 PM
Replies: 7,376
Views: 147,129
Posted By sshakari

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Arriving this friday. Looking for build suggestions........
Forum: Road Cycling
08-23-22, 07:32 PM
Replies: 1,277
Views: 60,038
Posted By sshakari

Been waxing for a while now and here is what I...

Been waxing for a while now and here is what I learned:
Likes:

clean drivetrain
less expensive compared to wet lubes
easy to swap chains
I use an oven cake pan from .99 cent store & heat...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-09-22, 05:39 PM
Replies: 21,302
Views: 5,151,782
Posted By sshakari

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Rapha core winter jacket.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-03-21, 06:32 PM
Replies: 11,268
Views: 329,779
Posted By sshakari

Im glad my wife does not ride as she spends...

Im glad my wife does not ride as she spends enough on regular clothes!
Forum: Road Cycling
09-03-21, 06:29 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,187
Posted By sshakari

I would try Roka. I have 4 pairs and they are...

I would try Roka. I have 4 pairs and they are awesome for cycling and they make rx glasses.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-01-21, 08:04 PM
Replies: 11,268
Views: 329,779
Posted By sshakari

I had enough with innovations specifically from...

I had enough with innovations specifically from Canyon - hate the press-fit bottom bracket, stupid headset and other crap. I remember being very happy with steel, aluminum and even titanium bikes.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-13-21, 04:05 PM
Replies: 11,268
Views: 329,779
Posted By sshakari

It is a great ride up to the H sign as well as...

It is a great ride up to the H sign as well as Observatory. Used to ride there weekly & hicked both places.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-04-21, 02:31 PM
Replies: 131
Views: 14,225
Posted By sshakari

I also ride both Peloton classes and outdoor...

I also ride both Peloton classes and outdoor riding. Bother are very different workouts. What I like about Peloton is that the classes are very structured and some instructors really push you int...
08-01-21, 06:40 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,834
Posted By sshakari

Glad you are back. I also came back after 7 years...

Glad you are back. I also came back after 7 years of absence. I still message with Herb every so often & been trying to catch a ride with him in Burbank.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-31-21, 10:38 AM
Replies: 21,302
Views: 5,151,782
Posted By sshakari

thats a fine machine! and the 7700 is bad ass! or...

thats a fine machine! and the 7700 is bad ass! or I might be getting old. Still love those frames.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-22-21, 04:12 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 4,161
Posted By sshakari

I appreciate this post. I recently, last month...

I appreciate this post. I recently, last month got the same pedals. The most important lesson for me as you said to keep the power "engaged" on hills and flats. There have been many times I thought...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-20-21, 06:45 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 4,297
Posted By sshakari

The brand of your bike does not matter to which...

The brand of your bike does not matter to which wheelset you get. The brand of your drive train matters - shimano/sram campy

More important is the fact that they are disc and Front 12x100mm, Rear....
Forum: Road Cycling
07-13-21, 02:34 PM
Replies: 11,268
Views: 329,779
Posted By sshakari

Great! I love Takeda AS knives, which he makes...

Great! I love Takeda AS knives, which he makes now only as a custom. I also love the work of Hiromoto also an AS knife maker but retired now.
Sample of some of my kitchen knives & few Takeda...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-13-21, 01:33 PM
Replies: 11,268
Views: 329,779
Posted By sshakari

Kitchen, folders, fixed blade. Most of all I love...

Kitchen, folders, fixed blade. Most of all I love Japanese kitchen knives.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-13-21, 12:28 PM
Replies: 11,268
Views: 329,779
Posted By sshakari

Had a few GI issues and rosacea and the worst...

Had a few GI issues and rosacea and the worst sleep. I started an elimination diet a few years ago and never thought that coffee was part of the problem. I been drinking strong coffee for about 40...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-12-21, 08:46 PM
Replies: 11,268
Views: 329,779
Posted By sshakari

Im getting a frame pump for my Merckx.

Im getting a frame pump for my Merckx.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-11-21, 11:27 AM
Replies: 11,268
Views: 329,779
Posted By sshakari

2 rides in on new power meter pedals. What I...

2 rides in on new power meter pedals. What I learned in these rides was that when I "felt" like I was going fast and hard - that was nothing. Those power numbers are handy and so far I only look at...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-02-21, 02:27 PM
Replies: 11,268
Views: 329,779
Posted By sshakari

Appreciate the toast!!! I will need it. Im just...

Appreciate the toast!!! I will need it. Im just going to try and get a ride in this weekend otherwise its going to be Peloton weekend.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-01-21, 04:12 PM
Replies: 11,268
Views: 329,779
Posted By sshakari

GMR is the way to go up. I've descended via Baldy...

GMR is the way to go up. I've descended via Baldy Road & my hands were so tired from breaking. Its a really scenic ride I've done it a few times and bonked twice in the hills. Bring extra food and...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-01-21, 02:11 PM
Replies: 11,268
Views: 329,779
Posted By sshakari

Hot here in San Fernando Valley. Just installed...

Hot here in San Fernando Valley. Just installed favero power meter pedals. Going for a ride in the morning, but have never used a pm before.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-26-21, 04:19 PM
Replies: 21,302
Views: 5,151,782
Posted By sshakari

Finally decided to get the pedals. ...

Finally decided to get the pedals.

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Forum: Road Cycling
06-18-21, 09:02 AM
Replies: 9,813
Views: 368,477
Posted By sshakari

If I man up to get all her garbage out of my...

If I man up to get all her garbage out of my closet there will be A MAN DOWN!
Forum: Road Cycling
06-17-21, 01:52 PM
Replies: 9,813
Views: 368,477
Posted By sshakari

I will not be able to sleep tonight.

I will not be able to sleep tonight.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-09-21, 10:23 AM
Replies: 9,813
Views: 368,477
Posted By sshakari

I like my chain al dente!

I like my chain al dente!
Forum: Road Cycling
06-08-21, 08:46 PM
Replies: 9,813
Views: 368,477
Posted By sshakari

I love the Cinelli tape and have it on my Cinelli...

I love the Cinelli tape and have it on my Cinelli bike... the tape is white.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-08-21, 06:34 PM
Replies: 9,813
Views: 368,477
Posted By sshakari

It takes no time at all. I hate cleaning my drive...

It takes no time at all. I hate cleaning my drive train and with wax there is no need to clean. It does require a wipe to get the wax off the chain stay.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-29-21, 04:06 PM
Replies: 9,813
Views: 368,477
Posted By sshakari

Sweet!!!! and the bar tape is white!! I have...

Sweet!!!! and the bar tape is white!!

I have a Cinelli which has a "similar" argyle (don't know the tech name for the paint color scheme) idea for the paint job....
Forum: Road Cycling
05-29-21, 11:20 AM
Replies: 9,813
Views: 368,477
Posted By sshakari

wow! What did you say to her?

wow! What did you say to her?
05-28-21, 06:45 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 799
Posted By sshakari

same here.

same here.
05-28-21, 03:11 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,544
Posted By sshakari

I use the Ascher USB Rechargeable light. Does the...

I use the Ascher USB Rechargeable light. Does the job and costs $15 for 2 of them.
05-28-21, 11:48 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 799
Posted By sshakari

I've known about them for many years and have yet...

I've known about them for many years and have yet to join a ride. What is it like riding with them?
Forum: Road Cycling
05-27-21, 03:49 PM
Replies: 9,813
Views: 368,477
Posted By sshakari

you cant ever talk too much about bar tape!

you cant ever talk too much about bar tape!
Forum: Road Cycling
05-27-21, 02:25 PM
Replies: 3,140
Views: 932,333
Posted By sshakari

Excell has the Hutchinson Fusion 5 Performance...

Excell has the Hutchinson Fusion 5 Performance Tubeless Tire 2-Pack for $59 and they have 25, 28 & 30mm! here (https://www.excelsports.com/hutchinson-fusion-5-performance-tubeless-tire-oe-2-pack) ...
05-19-21, 04:48 PM
Replies: 218
Views: 14,161
Posted By sshakari

I converted about 8 months ago and will never go...

I converted about 8 months ago and will never go back to tubes. I used to have flats all the time as the roads around me are full of staples, glass & goat heads.

Many people say its difficult to...
05-11-21, 04:51 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,123
Posted By sshakari

You could have a fit party & we will bring food &...

You could have a fit party & we will bring food & beer. Sriously.
05-10-21, 06:23 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,123
Posted By sshakari

I am interested as well, but live in Tarzana. I...

I am interested as well, but live in Tarzana. I would prefer a fitter who does not use the drop a plumb method. That never worked for me and was a waste of money, twice.
05-10-21, 06:18 PM
Replies: 5,277
Views: 826,431
Posted By sshakari

Rode through San Fernando Valley. Love riding by...

Rode through San Fernando Valley. Love riding by this house which has some of the largest and longest cacti collections. Anyone know what the round cactus is called?...
05-07-21, 06:18 PM
Replies: 3,534
Views: 973,568
Posted By sshakari

New to me & just back from my LBS. ...

New to me & just back from my LBS.

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Forum: Road Cycling
04-21-21, 05:40 PM
Replies: 21,302
Views: 5,151,782
Posted By sshakari

Shopping for power meter ended up with vintage Merckx

Was looking for a power meter, but ended up with a vintage Merckx! Money well spent and now the wait begins as the bike is coming from Holland. Sellers pic...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-19-21, 11:12 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,780
Posted By sshakari

Been riding a Canyon Endurace for 2 years. I have...

Been riding a Canyon Endurace for 2 years. I have the Ultegra mechanical but upgraded my wheels to Dura-Ace. The bike fits me perfectly and I have no complaints. Be happy to answer any questions....
Forum: Road Cycling
03-12-21, 08:18 PM
Replies: 21,302
Views: 5,151,782
Posted By sshakari

this is why I dont check this thread..... Just...

this is why I dont check this thread..... Just got the Met Rivale Mips helmet 2021.
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