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05-23-24, 01:24 PM
Replies: 6,442
Views: 601,341
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Quick 11 mile ride on the Orbea. Would've been...

Quick 11 mile ride on the Orbea. Would've been longer, but I messed up shifting and didn't have a screwdriver with me to adjust limit screws.
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05-23-24, 10:20 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 182
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

perhaps it's outside allowed range of the rails.

perhaps it's outside allowed range of the rails.
05-21-24, 04:05 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 283
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Those triathlon saddles aren't very comfortable...

Those triathlon saddles aren't very comfortable either. Just play with adjustments on your current seat first, point the nose a little lower, in small increments.
05-21-24, 02:56 PM
Replies: 6,442
Views: 601,341
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

17.4 miles and a shameful wet ride. Rain came in...

17.4 miles and a shameful wet ride. Rain came in half hour early. So the ride back wasn't as planned.
...
05-21-24, 08:10 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 612
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

The proper way to fix a kickstand is to unscrew...

The proper way to fix a kickstand is to unscrew the bolt and throw the whole thing away. Then you have tons of other solid methods to prop your bike without extra headache.
05-20-24, 10:29 AM
Replies: 6,442
Views: 601,341
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Nate Bargatze's SNL skit about introduction of US...

Nate Bargatze's SNL skit about introduction of US Weights and Measures. As someone working in this field, we gathered around and had a great laugh and then immediate reflection on how absurd our...
05-20-24, 09:24 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,057
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

I ran a noob calculator if I swap cassettes...

I ran a noob calculator if I swap cassettes around to balance both bikes. Does it make sense to anyone:
...
05-19-24, 01:59 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,057
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Another variable is the Roubaix has 175mm crank...

Another variable is the Roubaix has 175mm crank arms and Terra has 172.5. Could that make any difference?
05-18-24, 03:14 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,057
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Strangely, first half of the ride my left hand...

Strangely, first half of the ride my left hand was aching and I thought I messed up the shifter position. However, on the way back it felt fine...I really wasn't looking forward to unwrapping...
05-18-24, 02:57 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,057
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

I guess I'll have to ride the same route this...

I guess I'll have to ride the same route this summer for a more controlled experiment.
05-18-24, 02:54 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,057
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

I think you have something there. When I dropped...

I think you have something there. When I dropped a BMX bike from WTC it broke sound barrier.
05-18-24, 01:01 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 3,261
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

I'm in enough trouble riding by myself.

I'm in enough trouble riding by myself.
05-18-24, 12:49 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,057
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

This is the bike I have, other than 11-26...

This is the bike I have, other than 11-26 cassette I had on hand.
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05-18-24, 11:55 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,057
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

I think most are missing the point. Obviously...

I think most are missing the point. Obviously average speed varies due to various conditions. However, hills remain constant and they seemed easier with more difficult gear ratio. I doubt I became...
05-18-24, 11:42 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 143
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Carbon Specialized Allez

Worth $60?
Anything 'special' about vintage carbon bikes?
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05-18-24, 10:38 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,057
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

So crankset is fsa 110mm bcd, apparently the...

So crankset is fsa 110mm bcd, apparently the lowest tooth count is 33. Is it worth upgrading to 33t from 36 vs 11-30 cassette. I'm not a wiz in ratios wizardry so if anyone could chime in which gives...
05-18-24, 10:13 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,057
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

It's only marginal 1 mph faster, however, I am...

It's only marginal 1 mph faster, however, I am more impressed with the climb difference. On paper those ratios should've been impossible for me.
05-18-24, 08:41 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,057
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Chainrings are stock. I replaced the stock 11-25...

Chainrings are stock. I replaced the stock 11-25 with 11-26 cassette. Perhaps it's cheaper and makes more sense to replace chainring to 30t.
05-18-24, 07:22 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,057
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Comparing two bikes - slower bike wins!

Just completed a 30 mile shakedown run on Orbea Terra. Cyclocross bike with wide Gatorskins. 46/36 chainrings, 11-26 cassette, about 22 lb. 3 weeks ago I had the same route done on Roubaix, same...
05-18-24, 07:02 AM
Replies: 6,442
Views: 601,341
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Surprisingly easy 30 miles this morning on newly...

Surprisingly easy 30 miles this morning on newly finished Orbea Terra.

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05-17-24, 12:08 PM
Replies: 6,442
Views: 601,341
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Sooo tempting to drop everything and spend a...

Sooo tempting to drop everything and spend a whole summer there, if not for two things. Wife wouldn't understand and fact that I wouldn't survive any of these climbs...
05-16-24, 02:18 PM
Replies: 6,442
Views: 601,341
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Got in 21 miles today on gravel/road mix. Didn't...

Got in 21 miles today on gravel/road mix. Didn't realize wet gravel is much tougher, so went pretty slow.

Some insurance magnate used to own this joint, before he was arrested on fraud charges and...
05-16-24, 10:08 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,221
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

I have GP5s and still getting numb hand- left....

I have GP5s and still getting numb hand- left. Not sure what could be done, I thought it's due to wearing a watch or bike gloves that are too tight. It helps if you extend and stretch arm once in a...
05-13-24, 05:11 PM
Replies: 6,442
Views: 601,341
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

I'm almost 43. Last time I weighed myself was...

I'm almost 43. Last time I weighed myself was right after winter holidays, so I bet 8 lb includes a turkey and whatever comes with it. Eating less is definitely a challenge, especially since my...
05-13-24, 12:08 PM
Replies: 6,442
Views: 601,341
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Just noticed today I'm down 8 lb. I only started...

Just noticed today I'm down 8 lb. I only started riding a month ago, couple of 20-30 mile rides per week, much greater appetite, yet still down. Hopefully I can shed another 20ish by the end of...
05-11-24, 08:26 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 947
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Probably not going to learn much about new high...

Probably not going to learn much about new high end stuff by working at co-op, will have to eventually graduate to real bike shop. However, I don't see neighborhood kids riding anything more complex...
05-11-24, 08:08 AM
Replies: 6,442
Views: 601,341
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

32 miles this wet chilly morning, didn't see rain...

32 miles this wet chilly morning, didn't see rain in the forecast overnight.
05-11-24, 08:06 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,067
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Good quality used bike > poor quality new bike,...

Good quality used bike > poor quality new bike, cheaper too.
05-08-24, 09:49 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 814
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Recently I "discovered" Brooks saddles, got me a...

Recently I "discovered" Brooks saddles, got me a classic look, color of honey. Very comfortable out of the box and it conforms to your body over time if you use their Brooks cream.
05-03-24, 05:04 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,190
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

At least Larry smartened up and doesn't show up...

At least Larry smartened up and doesn't show up at food bank on a $4k bike any longer.
05-02-24, 07:26 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,190
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Just get leather gloves.

Just get leather gloves.
05-02-24, 02:31 PM
Replies: 6,442
Views: 601,341
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Another half day at work and 18 warm windy miles,...

Another half day at work and 18 warm windy miles, mixing it with gravel and road. Tried new leather Brooks saddle, but found it much more slippery than C17.
05-02-24, 08:57 AM
Replies: 159
Views: 5,753
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

They can pry it from your cold, dead legs!

They can pry it from your cold, dead legs!
05-02-24, 04:15 AM
Replies: 159
Views: 5,753
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Somewhere in sunny California LarrySellerz...

Somewhere in sunny California LarrySellerz kicking himself for not starting this one.
04-30-24, 09:22 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,759
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Triathlon bike with riser stem kinda negates the...

Triathlon bike with riser stem kinda negates the whole triathlon geometry.
04-29-24, 11:07 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 425
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Your post posted this time.

Your post posted this time.
04-28-24, 03:33 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 5,468
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Head on collision - no. Dogs with or without...

Head on collision - no. Dogs with or without leash, as well as their careless owners - YES.

I do try to avoid MUPs lately and ride on the road, so I head out at break of dawn.
04-28-24, 03:09 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 256
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

That was my thought, so I didn't bother testing...

That was my thought, so I didn't bother testing prior prior to transplant. Sorry for fuzzy Pic, my phone is experiencing cracked lens and currently help up by scotch tape. I stole one from the webs....
04-28-24, 01:45 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 256
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Cantilever brakes replaced with v-brakes

"Borrowed" tektro v-brakes from 08 Specialized Tricross parts bike that had 3x9 Tiagra groupset and transplanted them into '12 Orbea Terra with 105 groupset. I should've tested each first before the...
04-27-24, 07:27 PM
Replies: 6,442
Views: 601,341
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

I'm always tempted to treat myself to a whopper...

I'm always tempted to treat myself to a whopper during my rides, however, I'm positive I won't be able to make it back. 😂
04-27-24, 02:18 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,759
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

exactly where we started this fascinating excange.

exactly where we started this fascinating excange.
04-27-24, 11:10 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,759
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Not on the beach

Not on the beach
04-27-24, 11:01 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,759
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Well it's a bit different with sand because it...

Well it's a bit different with sand because it got inside and effin everywhere.
04-27-24, 07:03 AM
Replies: 6,442
Views: 601,341
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Cracked 30 miles this chilly morning. Used oem...

Cracked 30 miles this chilly morning. Used oem specialized saddle instead of Brooks, so naturally butt hurts a bit.
04-27-24, 07:00 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,759
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Need some better rain gear if water gets inside.

Need some better rain gear if water gets inside.
04-27-24, 06:59 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,759
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Could've been one of those Jeep or truck things.

Could've been one of those Jeep or truck things.
04-26-24, 06:35 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,759
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

One thing for certain, I'm not buying a used CX...

One thing for certain, I'm not buying a used CX or gravel bike again. Effing dirt everywhere.
04-26-24, 05:48 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 766
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

I run 38 mm gravelkings on mine, with a fender...

I run 38 mm gravelkings on mine, with a fender and its fine.
04-25-24, 06:57 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,759
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Not sure if sarcasm, but usually that's the case.

Not sure if sarcasm, but usually that's the case.
04-25-24, 11:52 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,759
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

same here, but I like to fund it with previous...

same here, but I like to fund it with previous projects.
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