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Forum: Road Cycling
06-17-24, 06:35 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 320
Posted By VegasJen

That has to be a part of it. No denying it.

That has to be a part of it. No denying it.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-17-24, 05:01 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 288
Posted By VegasJen

Thanks. I will give that a try. I'm...

Thanks. I will give that a try.

I'm preparing for the Santa Barbara tri in August. It's a 36 mile ride through some very hilly terrain, the last major climb is something like 2+ miles averaging...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-17-24, 04:47 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 320
Posted By VegasJen

So first off, this thread was much more about...

So first off, this thread was much more about experience with some small amount of data to back it up. It was never intended to be data heavy, quanitifiably conclusive information.Actually, I weighed...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-16-24, 10:41 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 320
Posted By VegasJen

Old(er) versus New(er)

I don't have anything new, but I'm beginning to rethink that. Maybe newer really is better.

Case in point. I have a 2006 Specialized Roubiax that has a 3x9 drivetrain. I recently picked up a...
Forum: Triathlon
06-16-24, 02:43 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 126
Posted By VegasJen

No real recommendations. I have one I swim with....

No real recommendations. I have one I swim with. Just a cheap Xterra I got off Amazon. Like you mentioned, it's not rated as a flotation device, but I would have no problem taking a break with it...
Forum: Triathlon
06-16-24, 09:33 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 126
Posted By VegasJen

Glad to hear this was a better experience. As I...

Glad to hear this was a better experience. As I have been stating from the beginning, the swim is the most challenging part for new triathletes. As you learned, fitness is certainly a factor, but...
Forum: Triathlon
06-14-24, 04:02 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 147
Posted By VegasJen

I found another one on Amazon last night I'm...

I found another one on Amazon last night I'm going to try. Will give a report when it arrives.
Forum: Triathlon
06-14-24, 12:58 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 147
Posted By VegasJen

I bought one from Amazon, let me see if I can...

I bought one from Amazon, let me see if I can link it up. (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01DON91Q8?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details)

It's reasonably priced and works pretty well. It clamps...
Forum: Triathlon
06-11-24, 11:46 PM
Replies: 137
Views: 4,706
Posted By VegasJen

Sounds like you got it figured out, but if that...

Sounds like you got it figured out, but if that is no longer a serviceable part, or replacement is cost prohibitive, I have used JB Weld on some cheap arm pads I broke and had good success. In the...
Forum: For Sale
06-10-24, 10:49 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 263
Posted By VegasJen

No problem, no rush.

No problem, no rush.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-08-24, 09:03 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 2,727
Posted By VegasJen

I think I just threw up in my mouth a little....

I think I just threw up in my mouth a little. :wtf:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-08-24, 02:39 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 2,727
Posted By VegasJen

Or maybe, just maybe, it was a little...

Or maybe, just maybe, it was a little self-deprecating. And seeing who else can relate.

Silly, I know. The internet is such serious business.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-08-24, 02:02 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 2,727
Posted By VegasJen

My OCD (so much as it is) is very mild. ...

My OCD (so much as it is) is very mild. Somethings do just bug the crap out of me. All my DVDs/CDs, of which I still have a significant collection, have to be right side up in the case. Back in...
Forum: For Sale
06-07-24, 06:30 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 263
Posted By VegasJen

If you will consider shipping, I would be...

If you will consider shipping, I would be interested. I get that it's a PITA but SC is a bit of a drive.
Forum: Triathlon
06-07-24, 06:25 PM
Replies: 137
Views: 4,706
Posted By VegasJen

Pretty typical to state loudly "on your left"...

Pretty typical to state loudly "on your left" when making a pass. This assumes, of course, the rider your passing is following the rules and riding to the right. I did a tri back in March where I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-07-24, 06:22 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 2,727
Posted By VegasJen

I'm not the kind of person to GAF what other...

I'm not the kind of person to GAF what other people think, but it's what I think. Personally, I wouldn't drive that car becaue *I* think it looks hideous. Limited edition or not, collectible or...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-06-24, 11:16 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 2,727
Posted By VegasJen

Only one puncture since I went tubeless. :thumb:

Only one puncture since I went tubeless. :thumb:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-06-24, 11:14 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 2,727
Posted By VegasJen

Not so sure you were all that unfortunate.

Not so sure you were all that unfortunate.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-06-24, 11:12 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 2,727
Posted By VegasJen

Don't even get me started on color matching! :lol:

Don't even get me started on color matching! :lol:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-06-24, 11:10 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 2,727
Posted By VegasJen

I may need professional help, but this is...

I may need professional help, but this is certainly the least of my problems! :lol:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-06-24, 11:08 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 2,727
Posted By VegasJen

Why would you assume I'm complaining? Might it...

Why would you assume I'm complaining? Might it occur to you that this is a little self-depricating jab at my very mild OCD tendencies. There are a lot of things I could do to resolve this. I only...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-03-24, 09:58 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 2,727
Posted By VegasJen

It bugs me.

I wanted to try a slightly shorter stem on my Shiv. I was looking through my collection of parts because I knew I had three or four stems in there. Turns out I found one that fit the bill. Put it...
Forum: Triathlon
06-03-24, 07:16 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 308
Posted By VegasJen

Same here. Fat tire, beach cruisers! :lol: But...

Same here. Fat tire, beach cruisers! :lol: But it's just a sprint. Not like you're qualifying for Kona. Go out, ride what you have and, most important, have fun.
Forum: Triathlon
06-02-24, 10:10 PM
Replies: 137
Views: 4,706
Posted By VegasJen

I really just buy cheap ones off Amazon. I tend...

I really just buy cheap ones off Amazon. I tend to have 3-4 pair at any given time and only expect them to last 4-6 months. Consider them a consumable item, buy the cheapest ones that fit and throw...
Forum: Triathlon
06-02-24, 09:38 PM
Replies: 137
Views: 4,706
Posted By VegasJen

The control will just come with time, as you...

The control will just come with time, as you already know. I would always recommend replacing the tape any time you buy a new-to-you bike. But also, it's totally personal preference but I suggest...
Forum: Triathlon
05-31-24, 11:39 PM
Replies: 137
Views: 4,706
Posted By VegasJen

I have to agree. They just recently opened the...

I have to agree. They just recently opened the community pool up for the summer in my neighborhood. I went there on Monday and ran into another lady that swims laps. We swam in lanes right next to...
Forum: Triathlon
05-28-24, 07:27 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,387
Posted By VegasJen

Honestly, even if it doesn't, flat pedals may be...

Honestly, even if it doesn't, flat pedals may be a better solution in the interim. Consider a decent quality set of clip in shoes to a pair of flat pedals, not to mention the learning curve involved...
Forum: Triathlon
05-28-24, 03:55 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,387
Posted By VegasJen

Or, just forgo them all together. Data suggests...

Or, just forgo them all together. Data suggests clipping in, short of elite level competition, has virtually no performance value. It's a matter of personal taste. Some people like the feeling of...
Forum: Triathlon
05-28-24, 03:51 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 250
Posted By VegasJen

I have to agree with this. I had a fit earlier...

I have to agree with this. I had a fit earlier this year and came away feeling like I spent a lot of money with very little return. My fit was pretty close walking in because I had done a lot on my...
Forum: Triathlon
05-28-24, 03:44 PM
Replies: 137
Views: 4,706
Posted By VegasJen

Not exactly. Let's see if I can post up a link...

Not exactly. Let's see if I can post up a link that works.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B084GHVVFP?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-24, 12:16 AM
Replies: 110
Views: 4,415
Posted By VegasJen

I don't pay attention to what the pros do, I'm so...

I don't pay attention to what the pros do, I'm so far removed. But I wear gloves on every ride because road rash hurts.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-24, 12:11 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,284
Posted By VegasJen

I know Elite are Chinese, if that matters to you,...

I know Elite are Chinese, if that matters to you, but they have generally good reviews. I see quite a few Elite options available on Amazon for under $700. As much as I hate it, I'm probably going...
Forum: Triathlon
05-27-24, 08:40 PM
Replies: 137
Views: 4,706
Posted By VegasJen

I agree regarding the chain. Looks pretty much...

I agree regarding the chain. Looks pretty much gone. You can buy a cheap "chain checker" tool on Amazon for about $10. Highly recommend. Also, if you're in a dryer environment like me, I suggest...
Forum: Triathlon
05-27-24, 04:59 PM
Replies: 137
Views: 4,706
Posted By VegasJen

First rule, you must post pictures. The...

First rule, you must post pictures.

The computer is entirely a personal choice. I am not wired in to all the latest and greatest so I use a simple Velo Cateye on my bikes. I get them from...
Forum: Triathlon
05-24-24, 11:00 PM
Replies: 137
Views: 4,706
Posted By VegasJen

I have that ARO3 helmet I use for actual...

I have that ARO3 helmet I use for actual triathlons. For training rides, I have a couple of cheaper ones I got from Amazon, Giro and Bolle. In the case of necessity, I wouldn't hesitate to use one...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-19-24, 09:57 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,905
Posted By VegasJen

Misery loves company, I guess. Sad to hear...

Misery loves company, I guess. Sad to hear others had similar experiences, but at least I'm not alone. :hug:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-18-24, 08:50 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,905
Posted By VegasJen

Have you ever just bought junk?

Yesterday I picked up a rim brake wheelset I found on Craigslist. Carbon fiber Bontrager Aeolus wheels. I did take a look at them but obviously not closely enough. I did notice a couple of very...
Forum: Triathlon
05-17-24, 11:12 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,387
Posted By VegasJen

I do as well. I think cycling has some of the...

I do as well. I think cycling has some of the dumbest terminology, and cyclists seem stubborn to change and update. I refuse to participate in the "clipless" semantic nonsense. I also really...
Forum: Triathlon
05-17-24, 09:51 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,387
Posted By VegasJen

Not sure what you mean by universal. If you're...

Not sure what you mean by universal. If you're talking about how they install, then sort of. There are a couple standard sizes. 90% of what you find for a road bike will be correct for you. I...
Forum: Triathlon
05-15-24, 10:38 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,387
Posted By VegasJen

Couple things. First, just me personally,...

Couple things.

First, just me personally, but I run flat pedals and I bike just fine. I'm not saying not to clip in, but it's been proven to be more a matter of personal preference.

Sounds...
Forum: Triathlon
05-15-24, 12:04 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,387
Posted By VegasJen

I just discovered this thread. Is the OP still...

I just discovered this thread. Is the OP still around? What did you decide on the Orbea? I don't know much about that bike or that brand but for a "new in box" bike, that sounds like a pretty good...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-13-24, 04:30 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 754
Posted By VegasJen

Totally agree. Take your time. I just did a rim...

Totally agree. Take your time. I just did a rim a couple weeks ago. Took me over 10 minutes to get the tape put on, but I spent time making sure it was even in the center channel, tight and no...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-13-24, 04:19 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 754
Posted By VegasJen

As a nurse, I use saline flushes all day at work....

As a nurse, I use saline flushes all day at work. Every so often, I will take a few empty syringes home. They happen to fit perfectly in the stem once the core is removed. I've also started to...
Forum: Triathlon
05-13-24, 11:23 AM
Replies: 137
Views: 4,706
Posted By VegasJen

I would absolutely haggle. Not that it's not a...

I would absolutely haggle. Not that it's not a good bike, only you will know that, but it is definitely an older frame. The frame itself is not the concern, just all the stuff associated with it. ...
Forum: Triathlon
05-13-24, 10:58 AM
Replies: 137
Views: 4,706
Posted By VegasJen

That's a little older bike but it will serve you...

That's a little older bike but it will serve you just fine for a while until you decide if this is something you really want to spend time and money to do. That all depends on how it fits and the...
Forum: Triathlon
05-12-24, 10:34 PM
Replies: 137
Views: 4,706
Posted By VegasJen

I am far from an expert in the matter but of the...

I am far from an expert in the matter but of the road bikes I've seen, some Kestrels have a pretty aggressive angle. The other thing you might want is the shortest crank arms you can find, which...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-10-24, 09:24 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 3,271
Posted By VegasJen

I considered making a poll, but whenever I post...

I considered making a poll, but whenever I post anything like this, I end up reading all the replies anyway.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-09-24, 11:12 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 3,271
Posted By VegasJen

Well, the riser stem I ordered came in. I tried...

Well, the riser stem I ordered came in. I tried it out but discovered if I do that, I have to replace all my cables. Not quite ready to do that just yet.

But more importantly, after looking at...
Forum: Triathlon
05-08-24, 10:46 PM
Replies: 137
Views: 4,706
Posted By VegasJen

A lot of it is just having patience. Easy for me...

A lot of it is just having patience. Easy for me to say as I trip over half a dozen bikes in my garage. Good deals do pop up but you have to be prepared to wait for the right deal to come along.
Forum: Triathlon
05-07-24, 11:00 PM
Replies: 137
Views: 4,706
Posted By VegasJen

Maybe just here or other similar websites. I...

Maybe just here or other similar websites. I think ArgoMan mentioned Slowtwitch. I've seen quite a few tri bikes move through there. Of course, quite a few relative to the traffic on that site. ...
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