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Forum: Road Cycling
11-03-20, 12:31 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,793
Posted By colnago62

I would assume that passing cars on a bicycle...

I would assume that passing cars on a bicycle would be no different than in a car. No passing over double yellow, pass on left and such.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-30-20, 02:34 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 7,430
Posted By Ed Wiser

Does your wife want to receive a call saying you...

Does your wife want to receive a call saying you have been hit by a car. Never where stuff the blends in with the road or can make you invisible to a driver. It’s bad enough that many bikes now days...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-30-20, 11:07 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 7,430
Posted By 10 Wheels

The most Common Phrase from Drivers that HIT a...

The most Common Phrase from Drivers that HIT a Bike or Trike IS: "I didn't See It"
Cell Phone use has added much to that.

I use BRIGHT Strobe Lights Front and Rear. Hope that they may see me.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-30-20, 10:49 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 7,430
Posted By shelbyfv

I'd say if you are riding alone, keep the hi viz...

I'd say if you are riding alone, keep the hi viz and heck with fashion. If in a group, safety in numbers etc. Then you can safely be more cool. Ultimately we all look ridiculous to 99% of adults,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-21-20, 09:46 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,385
Posted By Chuckles1

It happens, so learn to deal with it. In the...

It happens, so learn to deal with it. In the city its' unavoidable, and takes nerves of steel. I avoid city riding for the most part. In the countryside, get a good mirror, check trajectory of...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-05-20, 02:57 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 8,050
Posted By bruce19

The solitude on solo rides and the camaraderie on...

The solitude on solo rides and the camaraderie on group rides.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-05-20, 09:29 AM
Replies: 95
Views: 8,050
Posted By Steve B.

Riding place I've never been before. Exploring...

Riding place I've never been before. Exploring on a bike.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-14-20, 12:40 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,887
Posted By AlgarveCycling

Love my Trek...with Specialized Roval parts too! ...

Love my Trek...with Specialized Roval parts too!

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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-14-20, 11:43 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,887
Posted By GlennR

My first recent bike was a 2011 Madone 4.6. I got...

My first recent bike was a 2011 Madone 4.6. I got it because it fit my son worked at a LBS and got a killer discount. When I decided to replace it I test road a Cervelo, Trek, and Cannondale and went...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-14-20, 11:40 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,887
Posted By Mulberry20

I can't think of any but the Emonda and Tarmac...

I can't think of any but the Emonda and Tarmac are pretty serious bikes. If you are looking for something more compliant and relaxed look at the Trek Domane and Specialized Roubaix.

In terms of...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-14-20, 11:31 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,887
Posted By Mulberry20

Well, the Venge is gone unless some models from...

Well, the Venge is gone unless some models from last year are around. When the new Tarmac was released in July they killed it.

I would gravitate to Trek because in my experience the dealer...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-13-20, 05:08 PM
Replies: 194
Views: 16,408
Posted By fietsbob

This one you just keep on going past the end of...

This one you just keep on going past the end of the paved road not fast, just riding.. (continental travel contact tires made for this)..
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-13-20, 09:11 AM
Replies: 194
Views: 16,408
Posted By Toadmeister

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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-12-20, 11:49 PM
Replies: 194
Views: 16,408
Posted By HTupolev

Because some people like riding nice bikes,...

Because some people like riding nice bikes, regardless of whether or not the ride makes the bike dirty. You can ride paved roads just fine on a piece of crap bike, and you can go mountain biking on a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-12-20, 11:23 PM
Replies: 194
Views: 16,408
Posted By tomato coupe

I didn't buy a gravel bike to ride slowly on a...

I didn't buy a gravel bike to ride slowly on a dirt road for a few miles. On my last outing, I covered 123 miles and topped out at 44 mph.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-12-20, 11:18 PM
Replies: 194
Views: 16,408
Posted By Litespud

I see gravel riding as non-technical mountain...

I see gravel riding as non-technical mountain biking - not so many roots and rocks, more fire roads. Actually sounds pretty good - mountain biking lite :thumb:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-12-20, 10:44 PM
Replies: 194
Views: 16,408
Posted By Toadmeister

GrAvel bike is just a name. Something like “all...

GrAvel bike is just a name. Something like “all road bike” might be a better description but doesn’t sound as sexy.

Gravel racing and events are also a nice grass-roots change from the highly...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-12-20, 09:40 PM
Replies: 194
Views: 16,408
Posted By genejockey

I think it probably depends on where you live. ...

I think it probably depends on where you live. Where I live now, I'm not sure there are that many pleasant gravel roads that aren't fire roads or singletrack best done on MTBs, but where I grew up...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-12-20, 09:36 PM
Replies: 194
Views: 16,408
Posted By Koyote

Riding gravel means you get to buy another bike.

Riding gravel means you get to buy another bike.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-12-20, 09:22 PM
Replies: 194
Views: 16,408
Posted By Marcus_Ti

It depends on where you live....In these parts: ...

It depends on where you live....In these parts:

A) You get away from the traffic and noise and suicide of riding on roads.

B) You Have FAR more choices of where to go

C) You find far more...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-10-20, 11:59 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,639
Posted By MntnMan62

I find riding provides incredible benefits to the...

I find riding provides incredible benefits to the part of my body that is responsible for most of my issues.........my brain.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-23-20, 02:45 PM
Replies: 120
Views: 9,921
Posted By SVTNate

I just throw my Roubaix up on my Park Tool stand...

I just throw my Roubaix up on my Park Tool stand in the driveway, fill one of my Meguiar's car wash buckets with car wash soap. Blast the drivetrain with Simple Green, scrub with nylon brush. Let...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-04-20, 08:42 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 4,836
Posted By DrIsotope

I'll take "How do I indicate my age and...

I'll take "How do I indicate my age and generation without explicitly stating my age and generation" for $200, Alex.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-04-20, 04:53 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 4,836
Posted By fietsbob

You still not happy with the Industrial...

You still not happy with the Industrial revolution?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-04-20, 04:19 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 4,836
Posted By Troul

you sure that pump was for tires?

you sure that pump was for tires?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-04-20, 03:50 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 4,836
Posted By Berg417448

I don't get Ads on Facebook. :)

I don't get Ads on Facebook. :)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-04-20, 02:40 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 4,836
Posted By Koyote

Click on a few women's lingerie websites, and...

Click on a few women's lingerie websites, and you'll start getting better popup ads in facebook.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-03-20, 06:43 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 21,958
Posted By blakcloud

You may want to think about just upgrading the...

You may want to think about just upgrading the components on your Trek SL5 to Di2. The difference between the SL5 and 7 are the components and the wheelset. If you sell the SL5 you are going to take...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-03-20, 05:41 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 21,958
Posted By Gundo

Same dealer for both. Sounds like Trek is the...

Same dealer for both. Sounds like Trek is the safer buy.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-03-20, 04:00 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 21,958
Posted By Mulberry20

I would say they are equal bikes in quality. Trek...

I would say they are equal bikes in quality. Trek however will give you much more reliable service. Cervelo is not a big brand for any independent retailer.

They are both mid-quality bikes that in...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-03-20, 11:16 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 21,958
Posted By fietsbob

It's a frame & fork with same (?) component parts...

It's a frame & fork with same (?) component parts .. After sale support ? Trek has a lot more retail dealers.. ..

Seems your issue is with the dealer, not the bike brand..






...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-03-20, 11:09 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 21,958
Posted By GlennR

Ride both and buy the one that fits best.

Ride both and buy the one that fits best.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-13-20, 07:57 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 11,519
Posted By jcg878

Congrats! You have a great bike coming.

Congrats! You have a great bike coming.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-12-20, 05:17 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 11,519
Posted By flacplnj

I just purchased the SL6 and will be taking...

I just purchased the SL6 and will be taking delivery this week. I would have been happy with the SL5 but none to be had until November in my area. I believe the only differences in the two is...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-11-20, 03:55 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 11,519
Posted By mstateglfr

The idea of 'buy the shop not the bike' is crazy...

The idea of 'buy the shop not the bike' is crazy to me. Buy the bike you like then take it to the shop you like.
Best of both worlds.

My wife's Synapse road bike is from my least favorite...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-11-20, 03:37 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 11,519
Posted By jcg878

FWIW, I thought I'd come back on here and say...

FWIW, I thought I'd come back on here and say that I put carbon rims on my Revolt Advanced and holy crap, what a difference. This is only after one ride, but the bike is transformed - much quicker,...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-09-20, 10:29 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 9,206
Posted By Jimmy Wisdom

It's not too difficult to keep it to the flats...

It's not too difficult to keep it to the flats around here if that's what you feel like riding on any given day. With temps that high, I wanted to do a century ride that day, but also didn't want to...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-09-20, 08:40 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 9,206
Posted By Jimmy Wisdom

I'm good for just about any kind of ride up to...

I'm good for just about any kind of ride up to 100°F, assuming I can maintain steady access to water. Did this ride last summer without too much trouble. ...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-02-20, 12:14 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 11,519
Posted By Roger Ramjet

I can comment on GRX. I have a 2021 ALR5, in...

I can comment on GRX. I have a 2021 ALR5, in addition to a 2019 ALR5. The GRX 600/810 on the 2021 ALR5 and SL5 is functionally equivalent to the 105 on the 2019, other than the chainring ratios...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-02-20, 05:48 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 11,519
Posted By Roger Ramjet

I personally wouldn't spend the extra money for...

I personally wouldn't spend the extra money for Ultegra, unless there is some other content on the SL6 you want (color? ;) ). I have 105 on several bikes, it shifts and brakes fabulously.
...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-01-20, 06:58 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,707
Posted By Rides4Beer

Probably a bit, but the tradeoff is that you're...

Probably a bit, but the tradeoff is that you're able to stay hydrated. For me, once it's hot, it's just hot, I'd rather have the water, and I like the convenience of the drinking tube when offroad.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-30-20, 11:35 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 11,519
Posted By Metieval

When I test rode the giant Revolt advanced I was...

When I test rode the giant Revolt advanced I was able to hit some rumble strips on the side of the road.

It was so impressive, I turned around and hit them again like 10 different times. ...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-30-20, 09:37 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 11,519
Posted By jcg878

Having a first-gen Isospeed Trek Domane and a...

Having a first-gen Isospeed Trek Domane and a Giant Revolt, I have to say that I'm really impressed by how much flex the Revolt has. It has taught me that a lot of comfort can be created without...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-29-20, 08:14 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 11,519
Posted By Roger Ramjet

I own a 2019 Checkpoint SL5. I haven't ridden the...

I own a 2019 Checkpoint SL5. I haven't ridden the Giant, but I can give a positive recommendation for the SL5. Ride and handling are excellent. I would note that I have the Schwalbe G-One 35mm tires,...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-29-20, 08:05 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 11,519
Posted By TobFromme

No experience with the Giant, but I love...

No experience with the Giant, but I love IsoSpeed. As I age, I find comfort climbing the priority list.

I considered the Checkpoint as well. It's a great bike. I suggest riding both and getting...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-29-20, 08:00 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 11,519
Posted By Rides4Beer

If you can ride both, that's always good, as...

If you can ride both, that's always good, as mentioned, sometimes a bike just feels right. I have no experience with the Checkpoint, but I'm very happy with my Revolt. It rides great on the road as...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-29-20, 07:49 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 8,490
Posted By MoAlpha

Okay. Riding home from work, 1400 hrs on 24...

Okay.

Riding home from work, 1400 hrs on 24 Jan. Light overcast, but good viz. Black and white vest over blue wool jacket, white helmet, black tights, white shoes, daylight-visible blinker.
...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-28-20, 08:09 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 11,519
Posted By jcg878

I'm not really making a suggestion for you, just...

I'm not really making a suggestion for you, just relaying my impressions of the two bikes. But reading what you are saying now, then my feeling is that the Checkpoint will fit that need a little...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-28-20, 11:30 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 11,519
Posted By jcg878

I was between the Checkpoint SL5, ALR5, and the...

I was between the Checkpoint SL5, ALR5, and the Revolt Advanced 2. There are no bad choices here. The shop was a minor factor, though I did end up buy the Revolt at the local shop that sponsors my...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-18-20, 08:28 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 33,781
Posted By basscadet

Aluminum? I've ridden both bikes and if you...

Aluminum?

I've ridden both bikes and if you want to do any riding on the road and want a more lively and exciting bike....Checkpoint ALL the way.​​​​​​
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