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Forum: Road Cycling
03-27-24, 12:34 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 2,230
Posted By genejockey

My Battaglin (early 90s frame with 2006 Chorus)...

My Battaglin (early 90s frame with 2006 Chorus) barely fits 25s, but that's mostly because the Velocity Fusion rims have 13.9mm internal width so I can't really open up the brakes wide enough.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-24-24, 11:20 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 2,230
Posted By PeteHski

As others have said, the speed difference will be...

As others have said, the speed difference will be mostly from wind variation. But the smoother ride is certainly valid and I doubt there would be any speed penalty. You could probably run lower...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-24-24, 11:02 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 2,230
Posted By Mtracer

The majority of the difference in power you are...

The majority of the difference in power you are seeing cannot be from the rolling resistance of the tires. At those speeds, the entire rolling resistance would be on the order of 30 W. So, the...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-22-24, 06:54 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 2,230
Posted By choddo

Oh don’t use it to get them off. It’s fairly crap...

Oh don’t use it to get them off. It’s fairly crap at that. Park Tool levers are way better. It’s brilliant at getting them back on though. And outdoors I rely on Dynaplugs and never take the tyre off...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-19-24, 11:16 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 2,230
Posted By PeteHski

Either way it’s a wash for rolling resistance on...

Either way it’s a wash for rolling resistance on the drum test and if your roads are not perfect then the advantage will swing more significantly in favour of the wider versions. I notice this on...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-18-24, 06:38 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 2,230
Posted By PeteHski

I’m sure it will be fine. Let us know how it...

I’m sure it will be fine. Let us know how it feels.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-18-24, 04:02 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 2,230
Posted By PeteHski

Definitely worth a first hand test. It certainly...

Definitely worth a first hand test. It certainly won’t be a disaster and if you don’t feel any improvement then you can always go back on the next set.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-18-24, 03:53 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 2,230
Posted By surak

Note that the Rule of 105 isn't a hard and fast...

Note that the Rule of 105 isn't a hard and fast rule, and that it's calculated based on the measured width of the tire, not stamped width. So a 32mm tire on that Roval's 21mm internal width rim may...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-18-24, 05:16 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 2,230
Posted By PeteHski

This is the best width comparison I’ve seen, but...

This is the best width comparison I’ve seen, but doesn’t cover aero effects.

https://www.bicyclerollingresistance.com/specials/grand-prix-5000-s-tr-comparison

This is for the latest tubeless...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-17-24, 10:27 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 2,230
Posted By Mtracer

Looks to me you'll get both better aero...

Looks to me you'll get both better aero properties and lower rolling resistance. Win Win!
Forum: Road Cycling
03-17-24, 09:41 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 2,230
Posted By Mtracer

GCN just dropped a video where they compared the...

GCN just dropped a video where they compared the same tire model (Pirelli P Zero's I think) at three different widths (26, 30, 35 mm, I think) on the same bikes and same wheels. They also did three...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-17-24, 07:23 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 2,230
Posted By genejockey

The Vittorias, to give them their due, are just a...

The Vittorias, to give them their due, are just a bit more comfortable than most Conti offerings, though I have yet to do a direct comparison with GP5Ks. Supposedly the new Corsa Pros are The New...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-17-24, 05:32 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 2,230
Posted By BTinNYC

Also, Conti GP 5Ks will spoil you.

Also, Conti GP 5Ks will spoil you.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-17-24, 04:32 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 2,230
Posted By genejockey

If you want to test whether it's faster, don't do...

If you want to test whether it's faster, don't do what I did: My Canyon runs Conti GP5Ks in 28, but has lots of room, so I thought I'd try 32s. I didn't want to cough up > $65/tire, so I ordered...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-17-24, 02:40 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 2,230
Posted By eduskator

Wider tires are indeed more comfy and faster for...

Wider tires are indeed more comfy and faster for 99% of the people. On perfect roads (which does not exist at all where I live and neither in most places around the globe except may-be Dubai where...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-18-23, 11:15 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,183
Posted By terrymorse

A ride buddy broke his bike's chain stay while...

A ride buddy broke his bike's chain stay while pedaling on a trainer. He's a not a big guy, either. But he is a monster.

I have an old Felt that I use on the trainer. I wouldn't put my good bike...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-17-23, 02:29 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,183
Posted By TiHabanero

Instead of a riser block I have the front wheel...

Instead of a riser block I have the front wheel placed on a stack of books. This allows the front end of the bike to "wiggle" as I ride which feels more natural to my senses.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-16-23, 01:42 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,183
Posted By rsbob

Absolutely NOT! :D But it sure makes hill climbs...

Absolutely NOT! :D But it sure makes hill climbs easier.

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/image_cbaa45422ab87a6cb9bc36751fc9ae17f9752bb2.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
11-16-23, 10:35 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,183
Posted By Eric F

I have almost 6k trainer miles on my 03 Time...

I have almost 6k trainer miles on my 03 Time carbon frame. Sometimes I put out 1000+ watts. Zero issues.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-16-23, 08:43 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,183
Posted By ls01

I had the Tarmac version of that bike, it was a...

I had the Tarmac version of that bike, it was a Saxo Bank team frame. Loved that thing. I still have what's left of it in the garage. Was a great bike.
I have a 2007 Tarmac on the trainer. I have 0...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-16-23, 07:57 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,183
Posted By bblair

I use my circ 1999 Trek 5200 carbon on a Wahoo...

I use my circ 1999 Trek 5200 carbon on a Wahoo KickR Snap. Probably at least 5 years.

All in the saddle stuff and I certainly am not putting out the big watts like in the picture above.

Do it.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-16-23, 07:43 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,183
Posted By choddo

Yeah just don’t try to get out of the saddle and...

Yeah just don’t try to get out of the saddle and throw the bike around at these kinds of angles...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-16-23, 07:00 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,183
Posted By datlas

No concerns.

No concerns.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-16-23, 01:04 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,183
Posted By choddo

Been using a 2011 carbon Cube with Ultegra 6700...

Been using a 2011 carbon Cube with Ultegra 6700 on my trainer (wheel on and then kickr core) for a few years. Bike is doing fine.

Just be careful you cover anything steel. Lost a shifter* to rust...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-13-23, 08:41 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 890
Posted By msu2001la

This bike looks awesome. I spent some time on the...

This bike looks awesome. I spent some time on the SL7 Roubaix in Colorado last summer and really liked it. The ride is very smooth and the bike still feels responsive and quick. I'm assuming the SL8...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-13-23, 02:24 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 890
Posted By PeteHski

This is a major update, so yes you can expect ...

This is a major update, so yes you can expect
3-4 years for the next major update.

Fully integrated brake hoses would not be a good idea with the Future Shock, which is why they are still...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-28-23, 11:57 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,729
Posted By Shadco

Build new, get exactly what you want 15.5 lbs...

Build new, get exactly what you want 15.5 lbs with pedals and cages.


https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1170/img_0825_918655511bdcc61c5befcae10746b42697bc9c78.jpeg

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Forum: Road Cycling
07-20-23, 10:27 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,729
Posted By cyclezen

my considerations, wheels out of the equation ...

my considerations, wheels out of the equation
1. When buying NEW, do I have a clear idea of what parts I's swap put? Stems, bars, saddle, chain, even cassettes are relative most inexpensive parts...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-20-23, 05:06 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,729
Posted By mattcalifornia

The only way to answer this is to work up a...

The only way to answer this is to work up a spreadsheet with all the components and their costs: Frame, Groupset, [Wheels], Stem, Bars, Seatpost, Saddle, [Pedals], Bar Tape. Then you start hunting...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-20-23, 10:38 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,729
Posted By nomadmax

I build my bikes because I'm very particular...

I build my bikes because I'm very particular about all the components, including Campagnolo. Few new bikes in the 5K range come stock with Campy. To be sure, it costs more, but I get what I want.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-20-23, 09:53 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,729
Posted By Jrasero

IMO I would custom build. I am a smaller rider...

IMO I would custom build. I am a smaller rider and basically very few if any bikes comes with the right size components kits stock. With this said I recently built up a Specialized Aethos and really...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-16-23, 01:11 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,729
Posted By Calsun

Always cheaper to buy the pre-built bike than to...

Always cheaper to buy the pre-built bike than to pay retail for individual components. With my new bikes I often needed to replace the handlebars which used to be 26mm in diameter, and change out the...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-16-23, 12:38 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,729
Posted By Iride01

I swapped out the bars, stem and cranks on my new...

I swapped out the bars, stem and cranks on my new Tarmac. I still think I came in way less than I could have built out a Tarmac from just a frame & fork. Possibly for a low tier model of a bike you...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-16-23, 11:54 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,729
Posted By SoSmellyAir

When I was pricing out my most recent bike,...

When I was pricing out my most recent bike, buying a complete bike (especially when on sale) is less than buying even just the frame and groupset (especially for electronic groupsets). So even if you...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-15-23, 09:50 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,729
Posted By jaxgtr

Amen.... This is where maybe finding a smaller...

Amen.... This is where maybe finding a smaller brand for the frame or a custom build becomes a better option. I was looking at getting a Chapter2 frame a couple of years ago, but at the time I was...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-15-23, 09:32 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,729
Posted By urbanknight

One thing to think about: I have regretted not...

One thing to think about: I have regretted not having the stock parts in the past since I could swap the saddle, stem, handlebar, cranks, etc. over to the next bike and sell the old one complete. Of...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-15-23, 09:16 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,729
Posted By tomato coupe

If you want a current model frame, it's almost...

If you want a current model frame, it's almost certainly going to cost more to build it yourself.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-15-23, 08:02 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,729
Posted By jaxgtr

Ok, then, the next question would be, of the...

Ok, then, the next question would be, of the bikes you are considering, how many parts would you actually change? If you are really considering changing all of the stuff in your original post, I...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-07-23, 04:22 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,190
Posted By ussprinceton

I use these: ...

I use these:

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1000x1000/s_l1600_1__11eae57fe4547aac958957ac112f95a7ba699244.jpg...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-03-23, 05:50 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,784
Posted By cyclezen

If you're finding your cycling bottoms...

If you're finding your cycling bottoms uncomfortable, then you need to find another/different fit. If you find using bottoms which are loose and unfitted works, then it works.
For many, maybe most,...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-01-23, 05:15 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,784
Posted By shelbyfv

FWIW, I've had shorts with a chamois that was...

FWIW, I've had shorts with a chamois that was positioned too low in the front. It's awkward when you have to keep tucking your parts below the chamois line. Nobody wants to see that. :twitchy:
Forum: Road Cycling
05-01-23, 09:09 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,784
Posted By Iride01

Don't forget that changing the tilt of your...

Don't forget that changing the tilt of your saddle might be an option too. However if that makes you slide on the saddle, then you'll have to figure out if that's due to the tilt or you just have...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-29-23, 08:31 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,784
Posted By shelbyfv

A lot of brands use EIT chamois. The website has...

A lot of brands use EIT chamois. The website has descriptions that might help. EIT Link (https://www.elasticinterface.com/)
Forum: Road Cycling
04-29-23, 02:11 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,784
Posted By genejockey

A lot of the better bibs and shorts have very...

A lot of the better bibs and shorts have very thin padding down the middle - often it seems like just fabric. Often the padding on them is a LOT thicker over the sit bones, which makes any padding...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-22-23, 07:51 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,190
Posted By Lombard

How have your previous saddles been tilted? ...

How have your previous saddles been tilted? Level, nose up or nose down. Try lowering the nose a bit as that often works to alleviate the problem.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-22-23, 02:51 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,190
Posted By CliffordK

The first few rides of the season can be rough,...

The first few rides of the season can be rough, but one gets used to riding pretty quickly. I have several bikes, each with a little different saddle. One has a carbon fiber saddle that is hard as...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-21-23, 10:01 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,190
Posted By Carbonfiberboy

Breaking in the sit bones involves getting the...

Breaking in the sit bones involves getting the tissues over the sit bones used to some oxygen deprivation, hence standing every 10'-15' is a big help, let the oxygen back in. However IME with a...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-20-23, 11:42 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,190
Posted By NumbersGuy

It almost sounds like you've got some other issue...

It almost sounds like you've got some other issue causing the numbness if no other saddle can provide enough space. It just seems odd that especially with a non-aggressive setup that you'd need so...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-20-23, 12:57 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,190
Posted By urbanknight

More frequent but shorter rides might do the...

More frequent but shorter rides might do the trick. I don't know about others, but I never got a saddle sore from a 1 hour ride even if it was day after day.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-19-23, 11:10 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,190
Posted By 79pmooney

25 seats? My thought is that perhaps you don't...

25 seats? My thought is that perhaps you don't have the tilt dialed in quite right. For me, that is a very exact place. So much so that trying to get there using the common single bolt seatposts is a...
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