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Forum: Road Cycling
03-26-24, 09:42 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 3,052
Posted By FL_Gator

Fun thing I just validated.. my 2010 Specialized...

Fun thing I just validated.. my 2010 Specialized Roubaix (stock 23mm tires) was able to accept the 28mm tires I just took off of my main bike. Specialized told me a few years ago that only 26mm would...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-24-24, 10:59 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 3,052
Posted By FL_Gator

All the wind comments make sense, no real way to...

All the wind comments make sense, no real way to mitigate that in real world riding comparisons. So I’ll just ride a few more of my normal courses and compare as I go. Definitely didn’t seem to be...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-24-24, 09:35 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 3,052
Posted By FL_Gator

Results

Ok, got a good test in. Personal feel, they are super super smooth on a typical cracked pavement flat Florida bike trail… and also feel very fast. However to check my confirmation bias I have two...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-22-24, 04:58 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 3,052
Posted By FL_Gator

No, I didn’t try that, I was trying to simulate...

No, I didn’t try that, I was trying to simulate how it would be if I was changing a flat out on the trail. I tried and tried and could get the glider under the edge of the old tire to get it off....
Forum: Road Cycling
03-21-24, 09:50 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 3,052
Posted By FL_Gator

Well.. the Tyre Glider was no match for the...

Well.. the Tyre Glider was no match for the GP5000s, had to revert back to my Schwalbe tri levers, it just couldn’t get the Contis on.
30/32 mounted now though, hoping to ride Sunday.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-19-24, 04:18 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 3,052
Posted By FL_Gator

This was my exact thinking and makes the most...

This was my exact thinking and makes the most sense from a practical application standpoint.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-18-24, 08:52 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 3,052
Posted By FL_Gator

This is awesome, just ordered one, thanks!

This is awesome, just ordered one, thanks!
Forum: Road Cycling
03-18-24, 05:39 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 3,052
Posted By FL_Gator

Thanks for all the feedback everyone, I partially...

Thanks for all the feedback everyone, I partially chickened out… I’m going to try 30mm front and 32mm back hoping for the nicest balance of speed and comfort for my region and goals. Either way both...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-18-24, 05:16 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 3,052
Posted By FL_Gator

Also note that once the middle section of the...

Also note that once the middle section of the tire has a significant flat spot that although they tire may have a lot of ‘life’ left in them that the performance, and aero characteristics, are...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-17-24, 09:47 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 3,052
Posted By FL_Gator

Yes, I saw that video as well. I think the fact...

Yes, I saw that video as well. I think the fact that it was smooth pavement implies the advantage of the wider tire would be even greater the rougher the surface gets.
In terms of Aero penalty that...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-17-24, 06:09 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 3,052
Posted By FL_Gator

Great point and thanks for noting that, I plan to...

Great point and thanks for noting that, I plan to stick with the GP5000s but apprentice this insight.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-17-24, 12:21 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 3,052
Posted By FL_Gator

Haha, I hear you.. my much older bike that I now...

Haha, I hear you.. my much older bike that I now use as a trainer bike is good old 23mm, but I did convince myself to switch to 28mm many years ago which at this point feels old school 😆

I too am...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-17-24, 09:20 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 3,052
Posted By FL_Gator

Rule of 105, 28 vs 32.. and the Rapide CLX

Hey all, this might be an easy question but I’m just struggling with it a little.

I like to go fast and also far.. I have Roval Rapide CLX wheels (which I love) where the front rim width is 35mm....
Forum: Road Cycling
11-16-23, 10:13 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,279
Posted By FL_Gator

Great, thanks everyone! I’m going to go for it....

Great, thanks everyone! I’m going to go for it. I’m not putting out too many watts anyway :)
Forum: Road Cycling
11-16-23, 07:10 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,279
Posted By FL_Gator

Asking more about the carbon seat stays and chain...

Asking more about the carbon seat stays and chain stays. I know manufacturers used to specifically call out trainer use as a warranty voiding activity on carbon bikes. I’m not sure it ever proved to...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-16-23, 12:13 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,279
Posted By FL_Gator

Older Carbon Roubaix on a trainer?

Hello, I have a 2010 Spec Roubaix Expert and I’m the original owner. It has 2,000 miles or less on it, lifetime. I have had many other bikes over the years but also kept this as my first carbon road...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-12-23, 09:13 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,000
Posted By FL_Gator

Pro is 8.1kg, S-Works is 7.38kg, both with the...

Pro is 8.1kg, S-Works is 7.38kg, both with the 32mm Roval Terra Wheels.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-12-23, 12:20 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,000
Posted By FL_Gator

Yea, I was thinking that too, seems like as...

Yea, I was thinking that too, seems like as leaders in innovation Specialized would be able to engineer some clever solutions but they also probably don't see the need on their Endurance line..
Forum: Road Cycling
09-12-23, 11:43 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,000
Posted By FL_Gator

New Roubaix SL8??

I am a long time Specialized Roubaix rider currently riding an older model Roubaix. I have been patiently waiting for the 'new model' as it has been a few years since they have release a truly new...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-22-23, 08:46 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,281
Posted By FL_Gator

Awesome, thanks!

Awesome, thanks!
Forum: Road Cycling
07-20-23, 08:52 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,936
Posted By FL_Gator

Great point, thank you.

Great point, thank you.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-16-23, 01:45 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,936
Posted By FL_Gator

Exactly, on a 58 they come with 120mm stem, 44cm...

Exactly, on a 58 they come with 120mm stem, 44cm bars, and 175 cranks. None of which work for me, so I’ll just plan to buy new and swap those parts based on all the feedback here 👍🏼
Forum: Road Cycling
07-15-23, 08:51 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,936
Posted By FL_Gator

Yes, I’ve got a set of $2k wheels I love but they...

Yes, I’ve got a set of $2k wheels I love but they are on a bike I would sell, so I would still get some value out of the takeoff wheels on a new buy so I don’t have to try and sell a bike with no...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-15-23, 07:53 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,936
Posted By FL_Gator

Great points and I completely agree. I just did a...

Great points and I completely agree. I just did a frame up build about 18 months ago, fun to do but I’m good on that for a while. Just looking at cost vs frustration this go around, not in a hurry....
Forum: Road Cycling
07-15-23, 07:04 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,936
Posted By FL_Gator

The only thing I have that I would consider using...

The only thing I have that I would consider using on a new build is a great set of wheels. Everything else would be new.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-15-23, 06:19 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,936
Posted By FL_Gator

This is exactly what I was wondering, I thought...

This is exactly what I was wondering, I thought you would likely be getting a reasonable discount on the components when purchased complete vs buying separately. Thanks for the feedback!
Forum: Road Cycling
07-15-23, 04:06 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,936
Posted By FL_Gator

Buy new vs Build new

I’m starting to contemplate a new Spec Roubaix when the new models release but I am annoyed by the process of changing bar widths, stems, crank lengths, and cassette ratios on a brand new bike to...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-14-23, 02:33 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,281
Posted By FL_Gator

This is a very logical and simple solution I...

This is a very logical and simple solution I should have thought of.. I’ll probably try this first. Thanks!
Forum: Road Cycling
07-13-23, 08:54 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,281
Posted By FL_Gator

Thanks! The chain has 1200 miles, I sized it on...

Thanks! The chain has 1200 miles, I sized it on big-big (not through the derailleurs) + 2 links.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-13-23, 07:24 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,281
Posted By FL_Gator

Different cassette on trainer?

Hello forum,

I built my road bike for flat Florida speed with an 11-28 rear cassette (50/34 front). I now find that half my time is on the trainer on Rouvy and I am climbing lots of hills. I feel...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-22-23, 08:51 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,432
Posted By FL_Gator

The SQLab 612 was really great, I could do long...

The SQLab 612 was really great, I could do long distance 50+ miles with no numbness.. but couldn’t get 5 mins in the drops without issues. Perfect hood riding saddle, no good in the drops. Then if I...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-07-23, 06:24 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,227
Posted By FL_Gator

I appreciate this thorough and informative...

I appreciate this thorough and informative response! Really good info.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-01-23, 04:23 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,227
Posted By FL_Gator

Thanks for the perspective. I tried 20 miles this...

Thanks for the perspective. I tried 20 miles this weekend without cycling shorts and had no issues at all. I might give it go without and see if I really need the chamois. Still would like to know if...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-30-23, 01:01 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,227
Posted By FL_Gator

Great thank you, I’ll check them out.

Great thank you, I’ll check them out.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-29-23, 01:54 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,227
Posted By FL_Gator

Sit bone pads only - cycling shorts?

I have determined that the front padding in my bibs is negating the effectiveness of the saddle cutout, it just jams a bunch of foam in the cutout and I don’t need the padding up there. Does anyone...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-29-23, 09:52 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,432
Posted By FL_Gator

Well I figured it out… and it’s dumb. I...

Well I figured it out… and it’s dumb.
I realized that I set the seat width in a more upright hood position, which the the bulk of my riding. But when I get more aero and the sit bones change width...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-22-23, 09:04 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,432
Posted By FL_Gator

Yes, I’ve had a pro bike fit with several...

Yes, I’ve had a pro bike fit with several adjustment sessions and a second fit later on to make sure. They agreed it was a ‘larger cutout’ issue, which has definitely solved the numbness. It’s just...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-19-23, 10:38 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,432
Posted By FL_Gator

Thanks so much everyone for the advice. To...

Thanks so much everyone for the advice.

To be clear, this is definitely not a fit issue or tilt issue.. the numbness is resolved. Sitbones are hitting the exact ‘sweet spots’ on the saddle.. the...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-18-23, 09:49 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,432
Posted By FL_Gator

Break In Sit Bones??

Hey roadies,

I’ve been riding for about 15 years and have ridden 25+ saddles over that time looking for one that doesn’t cause frontal numbness. I FINALLY found the BiSaddle SRT2.0 where I can set...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
10-17-22, 07:03 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,131
Posted By FL_Gator

Update: I’ve been using MyVeloFit and it’s been...

Update: I’ve been using MyVeloFit and it’s been great. It doesn’t get detailed into the why of each adjustment etc but it tells you exactly what to do and got my to my most comfortable fit in two...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
10-12-22, 09:42 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,131
Posted By FL_Gator

Thanks everyone, Kinovea does look like a great...

Thanks everyone, Kinovea does look like a great option but I am also an apple user so I can’t access it. I did import my photo into Autocad and it worked great but I also found MyVeloFit this week...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
10-09-22, 06:43 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,131
Posted By FL_Gator

I’m an architect and could certainly do it this...

I’m an architect and could certainly do it this way but when trying to tweak a fit with an iterative process it seems like there are more efficient options. Every fit video on YoutTube shows digital...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
10-08-22, 07:29 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,131
Posted By FL_Gator

Bike Fit Angles on Photo

Can anyone direct me to an app or website that will allow me to measure my fit angles over a picture of myself on the my bike? Doesn’t even need to be bike specific, I just can’t find an easy way to...
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