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Forum: Touring
04-21-23, 10:02 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,917
Posted By andrewclaus

Twenty years ago, in my late 40s, I started...

Twenty years ago, in my late 40s, I started long-distance hiking, starting with a PCT thru-hike, and finishing the Triple Crown a few years later. Prior to that, I'd done some long bike tours,...
Forum: Touring
03-29-23, 08:14 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 779
Posted By pdlamb

If I were in shape to do the BRP again, I'd plan...

If I were in shape to do the BRP again, I'd plan for two weeks. That would average about 50 miles per day for 10 days, with a couple days for weather (heavy rain and dense fog), and a day or two...
Forum: Touring
03-28-23, 05:13 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 779
Posted By drlogik

Blue Ridge Parkway

I'm planning to ride the Blue Ridge Parkway this summer. I plan to take it easy, watch the scenery, fly fish and photograph a little. I hear 5 to 10 days.

For those of you who have done it, what's...
02-04-23, 12:02 PM
Replies: 341
Views: 15,194
Posted By terrymorse

I do, for the most part. I ride uphill under 10...

I do, for the most part. I ride uphill under 10 mph quite a bit, and I don't care much about the stuff in between.

On a typical climbing ride, I'll spend 75% or more of the time going uphill. It...
02-04-23, 12:18 AM
Replies: 341
Views: 15,194
Posted By terrymorse

Unless you’re a climber. Aero doesn’t help at...

Unless you’re a climber. Aero doesn’t help at typical climbing speeds. Dropping weight helps.
01-22-23, 05:13 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 737
Posted By mschwett

ironically, i also have such a tool… but after...

ironically, i also have such a tool… but after not needing it for the 10,000 miles since i got it, it was demoted to “rides >30 miles from home only” status. whoops

...
01-02-23, 03:47 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,176
Posted By Buzzkill53120

There isn't much to prevent bike thefts since the...

There isn't much to prevent bike thefts since the advent of the cordless angle grinder/cut-off tool.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-26-22, 09:49 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 1,943
Posted By cinelliguy

Elev Gain 420,072 ft, Distance 5,440.4 mi so far,...

Elev Gain 420,072 ft, Distance 5,440.4 mi so far, probably not much more to add for the year. 68 yrs.
12-21-22, 04:25 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 485
Posted By georges1

nice build:thumb:

nice build:thumb:
12-20-22, 10:27 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 695
Posted By DMC707

Sweet ride!

Sweet ride!
Forum: Road Cycling
12-19-22, 04:54 PM
Replies: 172
Views: 6,595
Posted By bykemike

Ok, how about 1 x 1 climbing? Does that count? I...

Ok, how about 1 x 1 climbing? Does that count? I am always the last to the top and the last to the bottom but I am usually the only one at least.

For you WNC riders: Highest area, and then just...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-19-22, 02:21 PM
Replies: 172
Views: 6,595
Posted By msu2001la

Some of the cheaper big-range MTB cassettes do...

Some of the cheaper big-range MTB cassettes do get very heavy, but on the high end - the SRAM Eagle XX1 10-50 cassette only weighs 363g. Compare to a high end narrow range 2x road cassette is at...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-13-22, 05:01 PM
Replies: 172
Views: 6,595
Posted By Eric F

It's some variety of the Canyon Grail.

It's some variety of the Canyon Grail.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-13-22, 02:43 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 23,707
Posted By Chandne

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/07583f18_1c30_41c1_9731_fb75032d4843_b2a0012cdce569512bdfe79b83bcc85fa3db2bbd.jpeg...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-13-22, 02:13 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 23,707
Posted By Chandne

I got it! A slightly quirky custom build by the...

I got it! A slightly quirky custom build by the shop but still pricey and still 30% off. It has ENVE bars and seapost and ENVE 45 (Foundation, I bet) wheels. Force AXS and a too-long Moots stem...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-11-22, 06:48 PM
Replies: 172
Views: 6,595
Posted By urbanknight

In my opinion, the only reason to consider a 1x...

In my opinion, the only reason to consider a 1x road bike is if you're okay with a wide range of cadences, and you really don't care to pedal on fast downhills. The benefits are mostly the simpler...
12-11-22, 01:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 485
Posted By wheelreason

Sexy!

Sexy!
12-10-22, 10:11 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 485
Posted By Yelbom15

She’s going to be pretty! We better not see it on...

She’s going to be pretty! We better not see it on Pro’s Closet in a month!
12-10-22, 03:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 695
Posted By SpeedyChix

Nice score. If that one had been a small, it...

Nice score. If that one had been a small, it would have found it's way a bit farther west. Enjoy!
12-08-22, 09:35 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 485
Posted By FBinNY

That looks like it'll be too nice to ride. ...

That looks like it'll be too nice to ride. Hopefully you won't let that stop you.

Best wishes for many miles of joy.
12-07-22, 01:04 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 485
Posted By 70sSanO

Congrats! Building a bike is so much fun. Expect...

Congrats! Building a bike is so much fun. Expect a few bumps in compatibility/fit for a first build along the way. But if you have chosen components wisely, they will be at a minimum and not show...
12-04-22, 09:00 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,532
Posted By DaveSSS

I chose to order custom wheels from BTLOS. ...

I chose to order custom wheels from BTLOS. Delivery took about 30 days. I went with 25mm internal width hookless rims that require no rim tape. Rim depth can be 29-44mm. I found my 45mm ZIPP 303s...
12-02-22, 01:42 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 695
Posted By prj71

Nice looking bike!!! 30's?! Suit up and get...

Nice looking bike!!!

30's?! Suit up and get out there. I just did 7 miles in 24 degree temps last night.
12-02-22, 10:28 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 695
Posted By rumrunn6

rad, what size are those tires? what, no...

rad, what size are those tires?

what, no gloves? :D
12-02-22, 08:15 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 891
Posted By aggiegrads

I am firmly in your camp of trading some weight...

I am firmly in your camp of trading some weight for comfort and durability. The durability aspect is becoming less and less important as carbon production methods have matured and are very reliable....
Forum: Road Cycling
11-25-22, 04:21 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,999
Posted By Iride01

Did you watch Calvin's video on taping drop bars...

Did you watch Calvin's video on taping drop bars at Park Tool...

https://www.parktool.com/en-us/blog/repair-help/handlebar-tape-installation-drop-bars

He sometimes is hard to listen to, but he...
11-02-22, 07:06 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 849
Posted By indyfabz

With the supply glut these days I would...

With the supply glut these days I would definitely hold out to save every last penny. ;)
11-02-22, 06:32 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 849
Posted By texbiker

They seem to have had 20% coupons the last couple...

They seem to have had 20% coupons the last couple of years but I got a 30% coupon when I bought my R300 in 2019. I'd hold out. I think I created an account put the R300 in the cart and waited. A few...
11-01-22, 06:55 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 4,733
Posted By WhyFi

NorCal Cycling for race breakdowns.

NorCal Cycling for race breakdowns.
10-31-22, 10:53 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 4,733
Posted By rsbob

Your Favorite YouTube Cycling Channels

Lots of good stuff out there to choose from but there is far more than I am aware of, so thought it would be good to share some of our favorite sites.

For a more scientific approach to training...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-23-22, 01:11 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,042
Posted By Badger6

12-speed Ultegra 81xx Di2 install and (first) use impressions

After 14000kms and time to replace the second cassette on my SL7, I decided to strip off the 11-speed 80xx series Di2 and go for 12-speed. I contemplated Dura-Ace for about a minute and then decided...
10-18-22, 09:56 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 2,828
Posted By Koyote

The question has absolutely nothing to do with...

The question has absolutely nothing to do with cycling. It has to do with credit card issuers' policies, businesses' orders and shipping FAQs, and the like. The fact that he's trying to buy a bike is...
10-15-22, 08:21 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,319
Posted By cxwrench

Depends on what kind of stuff you have on your...

Depends on what kind of stuff you have on your bike and the conditions you ride in. Chain, obviously. If you have cartridge bearing bb and hubs the bearings will need replacement every now and then....
09-19-22, 04:50 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 994
Posted By badger1

Very extensive. But that is not out of the...

Very extensive. But that is not out of the ordinary here on teh Biek Forms. This board ('General Cycling') has been riddled with such nonsense as of late -- and it continues.
09-13-22, 07:43 PM
Replies: 236
Views: 9,109
Posted By cxwrench

And end up with another thread that's at least 5...

And end up with another thread that's at least 5 pages long because everyone has to argue about it. Forever.
09-13-22, 12:02 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,127
Posted By surak

Ratio 1x12 upgrade kits...

Ratio 1x12 upgrade kits (https://ratiotechnology.com/ratio-upgrade-kits/#1x12-wide-cage) are another option. All you would need in addition to the kit is a 11-50t cassette like the PG-1230 or PG-1210...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-10-22, 06:38 AM
Replies: 280
Views: 10,552
Posted By Koyote

Absolutely hilarious. “I failed at something that...

Absolutely hilarious. “I failed at something that many others have mastered quite easily, so other newbies should probably just skip it.“
09-06-22, 11:52 AM
Replies: 445
Views: 19,224
Posted By phughes

Considering you have only ridden the path a...

Considering you have only ridden the path a couple of times in seven years calls into question the worthiness of any discussion of any of it. I sort of figured initially that it was a place you rode...
08-26-22, 09:21 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 624
Posted By TakingMyTime

^^ I did read that thread and I will say that...

^^ I did read that thread and I will say that making a purchase like this (direct to consumer) had me concerned ^^

All I can tell you is what I experienced and how I was treated. As far as the...
08-21-22, 07:24 PM
Replies: 445
Views: 14,323
Posted By tomato coupe

I carry a 6-page questionnaire with me for...

I carry a 6-page questionnaire with me for stranded cyclists to fill out. I review their responses, ask a few questions, and then decide if I will offer assistance. To date, no one has ever been...
08-21-22, 03:57 PM
Replies: 445
Views: 14,323
Posted By Barry2

People with a more expensive bike than OP. ...

People with a more expensive bike than OP.

Barry
08-18-22, 01:58 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,974
Posted By SurferRosa

How are the click baiters supposed to fish for...

How are the click baiters supposed to fish for clicks with a straightforward, on-message thread title?

Duh! :lol:
08-17-22, 04:54 PM
Replies: 184
Views: 9,320
Posted By tomato coupe

That story is ... unbelievable.

That story is ... unbelievable.
08-10-22, 08:41 AM
Replies: 184
Views: 9,320
Posted By tomato coupe

Why in the world would you file a police report...

Why in the world would you file a police report for something that has been misplaced by the shipper?
Forum: Road Cycling
07-20-22, 11:39 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,552
Posted By Dave Mayer

Sigh.. all current bottom brackets are press-fit....

Sigh.. all current bottom brackets are press-fit. So even if you buy something threaded, the 2 cartridge bearings at the core of the BB have been press-fit into their BB shells. Even current...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-20-22, 09:53 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,552
Posted By supernova87a

Thanks, I'm back (morning) and just want to...

Thanks, I'm back (morning) and just want to clarify for everyone reading, the default model comes with PF30, and is offering a T47 for $250.

I guess the cost of this is because they need to take...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-16-22, 02:50 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,055
Posted By Sy Reene

I skipped the garmin offering and got one of...

I skipped the garmin offering and got one of these. adjustable angle, as well as a bit more clearance from seatpost clamp area.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08N154BBY
Forum: Road Cycling
07-12-22, 08:34 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 603
Posted By Iride01

How good a climber are you? ...

How good a climber are you?

https://pjammcycling.com/climb/1.Mauna-Kea
07-03-22, 04:47 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 846
Posted By MattTheHat

I don't think asking if the store is legit is the...

I don't think asking if the store is legit is the purpose of these posts. The purpose is to get more people to go look and hopefully snag more suckers than without such posts. It seems the OPs...
07-02-22, 07:59 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 846
Posted By cxwrench

Hmmmm...won't accept credit cards? Hmmmm...no...

Hmmmm...won't accept credit cards? Hmmmm...no reviews online? Hmmmm...the fact that Giant no longer makes a bike called the Rapid and by all accounts hasn't for 11 years? Seems totally legit to me.
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