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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-21-24, 04:05 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 208
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.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-21-24, 02:56 PM
Replies: 6,423
Views: 598,614
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.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-21-24, 08:10 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 553
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.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-20-24, 10:29 AM
Replies: 6,423
Views: 598,614
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...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-20-24, 09:24 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 973
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:
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-19-24, 01:59 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 973
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?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-18-24, 03:14 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 973
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...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-18-24, 02:57 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 973
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.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-18-24, 02:54 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 973
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.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-18-24, 01:01 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 3,103
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

I'm in enough trouble riding by myself.

I'm in enough trouble riding by myself.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-18-24, 12:49 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 973
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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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-18-24, 11:55 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 973
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...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-18-24, 11:42 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 135
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Carbon Specialized Allez

Worth $60?
Anything 'special' about vintage carbon bikes?
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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-18-24, 10:38 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 973
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...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-18-24, 10:13 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 973
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.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-18-24, 08:41 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 973
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.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-18-24, 07:22 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 973
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...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-18-24, 07:02 AM
Replies: 6,423
Views: 598,614
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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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-17-24, 12:08 PM
Replies: 6,423
Views: 598,614
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...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-16-24, 02:18 PM
Replies: 6,423
Views: 598,614
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...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-16-24, 10:08 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,190
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...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-13-24, 05:11 PM
Replies: 6,423
Views: 598,614
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...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-13-24, 12:08 PM
Replies: 6,423
Views: 598,614
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...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-11-24, 08:26 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 916
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...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-11-24, 08:08 AM
Replies: 6,423
Views: 598,614
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.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-11-24, 08:06 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,020
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

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

Good quality used bike > poor quality new bike, cheaper too.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-08-24, 09:49 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 797
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.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-03-24, 05:04 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,155
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.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-02-24, 07:26 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,155
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Just get leather gloves.

Just get leather gloves.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-02-24, 02:31 PM
Replies: 6,423
Views: 598,614
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.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-02-24, 08:57 AM
Replies: 159
Views: 5,651
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

They can pry it from your cold, dead legs!

They can pry it from your cold, dead legs!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-02-24, 04:15 AM
Replies: 159
Views: 5,651
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Somewhere in sunny California LarrySellerz...

Somewhere in sunny California LarrySellerz kicking himself for not starting this one.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-30-24, 09:22 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,702
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Triathlon bike with riser stem kinda negates the...

Triathlon bike with riser stem kinda negates the whole triathlon geometry.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-29-24, 11:07 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 413
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Your post posted this time.

Your post posted this time.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-28-24, 03:33 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 5,333
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.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-28-24, 03:09 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 252
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....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-28-24, 01:45 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 252
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...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-27-24, 07:27 PM
Replies: 6,423
Views: 598,614
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. 😂
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-27-24, 02:18 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,744
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

exactly where we started this fascinating excange.

exactly where we started this fascinating excange.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-27-24, 11:10 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,744
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Not on the beach

Not on the beach
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-27-24, 11:01 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,744
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.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-27-24, 07:03 AM
Replies: 6,423
Views: 598,614
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.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-27-24, 07:00 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,744
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Need some better rain gear if water gets inside.

Need some better rain gear if water gets inside.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-27-24, 06:59 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,744
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

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

Could've been one of those Jeep or truck things.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-26-24, 06:35 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,744
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.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-26-24, 05:48 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 764
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.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-25-24, 06:57 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,744
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

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

Not sure if sarcasm, but usually that's the case.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-25-24, 11:52 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,744
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

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

same here, but I like to fund it with previous projects.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-25-24, 11:38 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,744
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Oh no, I can't imagine having multiple items just...

Oh no, I can't imagine having multiple items just sitting there when they could be bringing me cash for future projects. I like to keep it simple, one car, one wife, one-ish bike. But Terra with...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-25-24, 06:19 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,744
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

eventually I'll try going wider than 35 mm....

eventually I'll try going wider than 35 mm. Currently, my go to bike is Trek FX 7.3 with GravelKing SS+ 38 mm, but it's pretty heavy, especially yanking it in/out of the trunk. This Orbea is...
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