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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-23-24, 02:06 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,928
Posted By xroadcharlie

There may be compelling reasons to go with a thru...

There may be compelling reasons to go with a thru axle vs a qr, but ride quality either way is not one of them.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-13-23, 07:16 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 2,892
Posted By xroadcharlie

I once passed a man with a big colorful REAL bird...

I once passed a man with a big colorful REAL bird perched precariously on his handlebars. I had to take a second look to confirm it.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-11-23, 12:06 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 2,892
Posted By xroadcharlie

I don't count Handlebar grips and tape, and phone...

I don't count Handlebar grips and tape, and phone or light brackets I count as one with the item mounted.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-22-23, 03:21 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 774
Posted By xroadcharlie

As a recreational cyclist changing tire pressure...

As a recreational cyclist changing tire pressure on my rides isn't practical with the different surface conditions I encounter, But perhaps for long rides on the same surface or touring it mighty be...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-07-23, 12:36 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 6,532
Posted By xroadcharlie

it might come down to flat out power for less...

it might come down to flat out power for less then top tier cycling athletes. Not power to weight ratio at road bike speeds where air resistance is your biggest challenge on mostly flat roads. Wind...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-03-23, 06:00 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,292
Posted By xroadcharlie

I'm not to sure what the OP means by "play"...

I'm not to sure what the OP means by "play" either. But if he's talking about a wobbling cassette as suggested in other post's.

I have read about instances where a freewheel has fallen apart while...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-19-23, 10:26 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,685
Posted By xroadcharlie

I'd just take the wheel to a local bike shop you...

I'd just take the wheel to a local bike shop you trust and choose the option that suites you best. This might be a good time to inquire about upgrading the cassette. I just had the shop replace a 14...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-23, 06:19 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 17,705
Posted By xroadcharlie

The SRAM MRX twist grip shifters on my 2018 Giant...

The SRAM MRX twist grip shifters on my 2018 Giant Sedona, like 93% of the 470 Google reviews suggest work just fine. WAY better then I anticipated. I really like that I can shift 2 or 3 gears...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-14-23, 08:48 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,594
Posted By xroadcharlie

The way I see it, if it isn't broken don't fix...

The way I see it, if it isn't broken don't fix it. As a recreational cyclist I've been using rim brakes for 50 years and they have never failed me yet, not even in the rain. Why would I want to add...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-04-23, 07:09 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 396
Posted By xroadcharlie

New Parts = New bike....Feel anyway?

I brought my 2018 Giant Sedona to the local bike shop for a "Tune up" a few days ago. It has 5,750 km on it and 4,600 km on the chain. I picked it up today and was very surprised at how smoothly the...
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-14-22, 09:44 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 761
Posted By xroadcharlie

I agree with Darth. Unless you are having...

I agree with Darth. Unless you are having problems with the rear derailleur, I wouldn't change it. It looks like your bike has Shimano's bottom of the line Tourney rear derailleur. Don't let that...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-07-22, 08:12 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 614
Posted By xroadcharlie

I understand why a high cadence might be the best...

I understand why a high cadence might be the best option when max power levels are required, Like making that burst of speed to the finish line in an important race, or climbing a hill fast, But for...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-02-22, 10:45 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,636
Posted By xroadcharlie

More likely from using the remote control for the...

More likely from using the remote control for the TV so often. Try switching hands!
Forum: Electric Bikes
07-12-22, 01:01 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 797
Posted By xroadcharlie

I agree with 2old. The 270 watt/hour battery is...

I agree with 2old. The 270 watt/hour battery is the single item that might be disappointing to you. Hauling nearly 290 lbs up a 5 - 7% grade with an effective usable power reserve of about 160 watts...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-09-22, 12:13 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 3,786
Posted By xroadcharlie

The engine...aka rider of the bike makes a huge...

The engine...aka rider of the bike makes a huge difference for speed. My 34 lb Giant Sedona Comfot bike with its bolt upright position and cheap Kenda 2" semi knobby tires is quite probably the...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-05-22, 11:50 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,707
Posted By xroadcharlie

I just looked up a decent appropiate 46/30...

I just looked up a decent appropiate 46/30 crankset. I thought they'ed be less expenive. And yes, to spend that kind of money on my $500 Giant Sedona seems high. But where talking about a CDN $3,000+...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-03-22, 10:03 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,707
Posted By xroadcharlie

Swapping out the 50/34 chainring to a 46/30 would...

Swapping out the 50/34 chainring to a 46/30 would reduce your climbing effort by about 12% and allow you to climb at about 7 kph at a reasonable 60 rpm. I would not pedal over 50 kph, Just coast.
...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-31-22, 12:44 PM
Replies: 3,578
Views: 987,776
Posted By xroadcharlie

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I bought this 2018 Giant Sedona comfort/adventure bike to replace an old...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-15-22, 06:44 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,088
Posted By xroadcharlie

Bad roads are more likely caused by multiple...

Bad roads are more likely caused by multiple freeze/Thaw cycles, No so much a harsh (cold) winter. It may be with a very cold winter road damage is actually reduced. But then you have to deal with...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-04-22, 08:09 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,275
Posted By xroadcharlie

Based on reviews by the press and owners alike I...

Based on reviews by the press and owners alike I plan on replacing the Kenda K892 tires that came on my Giant Sedona with some Schwable Marathon or Marathon + tires when these wear out.

These...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-24-22, 06:45 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 551
Posted By xroadcharlie

I like the closer spacing of the 11 - 30...

I like the closer spacing of the 11 - 30 cassette. But make no mistake, the 15% jump from 19.3 to 22.2 gear inches can be a game changer for long steep hills if you need them, not so much for a short...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-21-22, 08:48 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 793
Posted By xroadcharlie

According to "The Folding Cyclist" The Dahon eco...

According to "The Folding Cyclist" The Dahon eco c 6 has a gear inch range of 37 - 73, probably rounded, should be 2x. Which would be 200%, just confused with 200 gear inches. That might be just...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-17-22, 06:17 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,784
Posted By xroadcharlie

Couldn't agree more. As I pointed out in post #8,...

Couldn't agree more. As I pointed out in post #8, When I swapped bikes with a friend who had the Roll low entry, I was so impressed with the comfort and stability of this bike, I will probably buy...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-05-22, 11:56 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 650
Posted By xroadcharlie

My bike came with a Shimano Tourney mountain bike...

My bike came with a Shimano Tourney mountain bike rear derailleur. Worked fine until clumsy me stepped on it Replaced it with a much sturdier Altus mountian bike model. A very good value. It's budget...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-26-22, 08:28 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 469
Posted By xroadcharlie

I like the 48/38/26T chainring option best of the...

I like the 48/38/26T chainring option best of the 3 you have listed as It maintains the 22T difference of your current chainrings while reducing cranking effort by about 13%. You'll still have 118...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-01-22, 09:04 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 12,699
Posted By xroadcharlie

It depends on the gravel. I ride a comfort bike...

It depends on the gravel. I ride a comfort bike now, But when I was young my road bikes 27 x 1.25" (32 mm) tires had no problem with many gravel roads. Even dry trails of firm gravel or dirt.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-25-21, 02:59 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 4,712
Posted By xroadcharlie

I would suggest buying a ladies bike or a low...

I would suggest buying a ladies bike or a low entry style bike to practice on. This way you can practice balancing at low speeds and get off easily at any time.

There is no shame in not having...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-25-21, 08:39 AM
Replies: 462
Views: 29,786
Posted By xroadcharlie

I read all this talk about 90 rpm being a good...

I read all this talk about 90 rpm being a good cadence for cyclist, Yet I see all the time road cyclist speeding along while riding my comfort bike at a cadence barely faster then my 70 rpm (in a...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-04-21, 08:55 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 10,101
Posted By xroadcharlie

Just because a light has a bracket for a bike...

Just because a light has a bracket for a bike doesn't make it a bike light. Most are just glorified flashlights that send a blinding light into the eyes of oncoming cars, cyclist and pedestrians.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-01-21, 01:54 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 13,780
Posted By xroadcharlie

My Giant Sedona is made in China. I would match...

My Giant Sedona is made in China. I would match it's build quality, engineering, fit and finish with any bike 2x the price made anywhere in the world. The dam thing was almost perfect right out of...
Forum: Electric Bikes
09-04-21, 08:51 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,942
Posted By xroadcharlie

I ride a bike not only for adventure and fun, but...

I ride a bike not only for adventure and fun, but for excersize. My concern is with an e bike I'm going to get lazy and use the motor too much. Since neither time nor speed are factors on my rides I...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-08-21, 10:41 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 7,653
Posted By xroadcharlie

A 34T cog is about 12% easier to peddle then a...

A 34T cog is about 12% easier to peddle then a 30T. For short steep climbs it helps, Sometimes we can just hunker down and go, Knowing we get to rest in a few minutes. But for long climbs with no...
Forum: Electric Bikes
08-08-21, 10:26 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,884
Posted By xroadcharlie

I get about 72 miles based on 1200w (60V x 20A)...

I get about 72 miles based on 1200w (60V x 20A) /200w motor load for 6 hours @ 12 mph.

Most standard E bikes w/500w battery are said to go about 40 - 50 miles. They are likely much more efficient....
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
08-08-21, 08:32 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,163
Posted By xroadcharlie

Not necessarily. The 20mm reduction in stem...

Not necessarily. The 20mm reduction in stem length means a shorter reach for a more upright riding position. You might be able to raise the handlebars to compensate if there not already at the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-25-21, 10:12 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,682
Posted By xroadcharlie

At the lower end of the range I want much bigger...

At the lower end of the range I want much bigger steps then at the high end. At least 20%. The Shimano Megarange 7 speed used on many entry level bikes has a 42% jump from 24 to 34T. When I got the...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-18-21, 08:09 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 5,434
Posted By xroadcharlie

Only in extreme circumstances would I recommend...

Only in extreme circumstances would I recommend using just the back brake. The object is to find the right balance of front/rear breaking force for most situations you are likely to encounter. It is...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-24-21, 12:16 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 686
Posted By xroadcharlie

That looks like a fine bike for recreational...

That looks like a fine bike for recreational riding as is, if it is in good working order.

Unless the bike you are upgrading is special, or has serious flaws, IMO its not worth doing the upgrading...
Forum: Eastern Canada
06-20-21, 03:33 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,038
Posted By xroadcharlie

I don't do tours, but if I did I would start with...

I don't do tours, but if I did I would start with Niagara on The lake. Spectacular scenery. I might bring my bike with me on my next vacation their for a daytrip.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-12-21, 10:36 AM
Replies: 134
Views: 18,489
Posted By xroadcharlie

If you read the sales pitch for the Trek Domane...

If you read the sales pitch for the Trek Domane you will understand why speed wobble is more likely with the Domane then most other road bikes.

It's the IsoSpeed technology that gives it that...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-26-21, 11:52 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,150
Posted By xroadcharlie

I'd probably like about 65 - 66 gear inches if I...

I'd probably like about 65 - 66 gear inches if I where riding with some hills and against a sometimes moderate wind. This translates to 15 kph @49 rpm and 25 kph @81 rpm.

My bike has a 62 and 70...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-21, 09:09 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,481
Posted By xroadcharlie

When I bought my 1'st and only road bike when I...

When I bought my 1'st and only road bike when I was 16 I didn't know they had tires for gravel. The cheap 27 x 11/4" tires worked fine on packed gravel roads where I live. I used that bike on trails...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-09-21, 12:20 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,201
Posted By xroadcharlie

This is true for many bikes. But as they get more...

This is true for many bikes. But as they get more sophisticated. Like hydraulic brakes and electric derailleurs it takes more skill. I been riding a bike for 50+ years and the only time its been in...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-05-21, 02:16 PM
Replies: 124
Views: 9,975
Posted By xroadcharlie

Climbing is mostly about a high sustainable power...

Climbing is mostly about a high sustainable power to weight ratio. At 235 lbs an unusually fit rider might be able to pull that weight up a short hill with the fast group. Like putting a heavier,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-23-21, 06:43 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 6,383
Posted By xroadcharlie

Giants Roam Disc 3 @$680 US might work for you....

Giants Roam Disc 3 @$680 US might work for you. It has a suspension fork that can be locked out and 42 mm tires for a good ride/performance balance, it does have a double chainring though. I too...
Forum: Adaptive Cycling: Handcycles, Amputee Adaptation, Visual Impairment, and Other Needs
03-01-21, 08:38 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,082
Posted By xroadcharlie

Get one of those mountain bike seats you can...

Get one of those mountain bike seats you can lower with the remote.

I ride one of those comfort bikes with sloping tubes to ease my dismount over the low top tube. My next bike will be one of...
Forum: Mountain Biking
02-16-21, 12:05 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,620
Posted By xroadcharlie

Absolutely there is nothing wrong with 26" wheels...

Absolutely there is nothing wrong with 26" wheels on a mountain bike. In fact with the small frame size I use, Its perfect.

With larger frames there's nothing wrong with 27.5" thats popular now...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-05-21, 09:01 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 11,280
Posted By xroadcharlie

Out of curiosity I've done some testing on some...

Out of curiosity I've done some testing on some local paved hills to see how I would fair locked into 1 of my 21 gears. I was surprised to find that even at 70 gear inches I was able to climb some of...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-30-21, 08:47 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 10,585
Posted By xroadcharlie

I like the Giant Toughroad SLR 2. It's reasonably...

I like the Giant Toughroad SLR 2. It's reasonably priced with carbon forks and 2 x 9 speed gearing for any situation you might encounter.
...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
01-22-21, 10:33 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,630
Posted By xroadcharlie

I only ride locally and seldom have to deal with...

I only ride locally and seldom have to deal with traffic or distances over 10 miles. So from a safety standpoint I'm not terribly concerned. I sometimes ride into a 30 mph wind and find that the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-01-20, 09:13 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 8,916
Posted By xroadcharlie

Then perhaps it's not just my imagination that...

Then perhaps it's not just my imagination that the old Giant road bike a fellow I met biking one day, I swear was 1/2 the weight of my 34 lb Giant Sedona comfort bike. I couldn't believe how light...
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