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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-30-24, 06:10 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,520
Posted By NumbersGuy

Wow, you’re even more stupid than I thought…. ...

Wow, you’re even more stupid than I thought…. Admin rules be damned, it needs to be said.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-30-24, 04:55 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,520
Posted By NumbersGuy

Easy, go to Google and type in Schwalbe Rebrand. ...

Easy, go to Google and type in Schwalbe Rebrand. Amazingly enough the first result will tell you all about Schwalbe’s rebranding. That clarifies it for anyone who has any sense of context and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-30-24, 10:40 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,520
Posted By NumbersGuy

On most forums, users who perpetually make...

On most forums, users who perpetually make useless posts are banned to stop wasting the time of people who actually have something to contribute to the forum. A forum is not intended to be your...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-16-24, 06:45 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,699
Posted By NumbersGuy

Mike & Larry interacting in a thread, come on...

Mike & Larry interacting in a thread, come on guys, keep it going.... :popcorn
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-09-24, 06:09 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 648
Posted By NumbersGuy

Just bought 2 bikes in the last few months and...

Just bought 2 bikes in the last few months and already thinking you need to save up for a new bike with carbon wheels.... you are quite a character.

I have an idea for you: Invest in a training...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-08-24, 02:28 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 648
Posted By NumbersGuy

So why stop at those carbon wheels and not get a...

So why stop at those carbon wheels and not get a high end set that's even more money???? Won't you wonder if expensive carbon wheels would've been faster than your entry level carbon wheels? Maybe...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-08-24, 02:25 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 648
Posted By NumbersGuy

Because he thinks the equipment is what's holding...

Because he thinks the equipment is what's holding him back from being faster.....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-08-24, 02:19 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 657
Posted By NumbersGuy

The Campagnolo and SRAM options are not the...

The Campagnolo and SRAM options are not the current generation groupsets which are disc only. It's the prior generations which are still available for sale if someone did want to go that route.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-08-24, 12:20 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 648
Posted By NumbersGuy

Most of us here at bf are just tired of you and...

Most of us here at bf are just tired of you and your threads asking for advice and then refuting every good piece of advice you get based on your own lack of knowledge. You just buy what you want...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-08-24, 09:30 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 657
Posted By NumbersGuy

As of now... one. Shimano Dura Ace can still be...

As of now... one. Shimano Dura Ace can still be had in rim brake configuration. For anything else, you have to go back to prior generation groupsets to get a rim brake option. I wonder if the next...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-05-24, 01:47 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 566
Posted By NumbersGuy

Guess it's time to swap out my tires... Thanks...

Guess it's time to swap out my tires... Thanks Deason.....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-05-24, 01:06 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 566
Posted By NumbersGuy

Please don't get it. I have S-Works Mondo tires...

Please don't get it. I have S-Works Mondo tires on my bike and don't want anything about any of my bikes to be anything like any Deason bike...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-02-24, 07:04 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,527
Posted By NumbersGuy

I'll give you $17 if you'll drive it down to New...

I'll give you $17 if you'll drive it down to New York.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-01-24, 04:15 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,252
Posted By NumbersGuy

I use Silca wax and it’s not black, it’s gray and...

I use Silca wax and it’s not black, it’s gray and the thickness that ends up on the chain looks light gray, slightly darker than the metal itself. It looks nothing like that. From those pictures it...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-31-24, 10:37 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 3,926
Posted By NumbersGuy

That's the key word there...marketed. Marketers...

That's the key word there...marketed. Marketers will tell the customer anything they want to hear to get them to buy a product. It's also not as if there's only one geometry that can fall under...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-29-24, 01:16 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 3,926
Posted By NumbersGuy

Why does she want carbon fiber and electronic...

Why does she want carbon fiber and electronic shifting other than you telling her what they are and their benefits using your own personal lack of knowledge?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-29-24, 12:49 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 3,926
Posted By NumbersGuy

Hey Deason.... this isn't the right bike. You...

Hey Deason.... this isn't the right bike. You should get her an Orbea Alma M-Ltd

Also, are you looking at consumer direct because your local bike shop has banned you?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-18-24, 01:31 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,440
Posted By NumbersGuy

And clearly you have no idea how electronic...

And clearly you have no idea how electronic derailleurs work.

There is plenty of adjustment that can be done, it's simply that once done properly, they never get out of adjustment.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-24-24, 03:31 PM
Replies: 357
Views: 15,313
Posted By NumbersGuy

Maybe you need to stop assuming, figuring and...

Maybe you need to stop assuming, figuring and thinking since you seem to be universally wrong in every instance you try to do any of those.

No, bike enthusiasts are no different than other...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-13-24, 04:32 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,430
Posted By NumbersGuy

I’ve run several sets of Marathon Plus tires (and...

I’ve run several sets of Marathon Plus tires (and they last forever so that’s a lot of miles) and swapped between them and other tires of the same size on the same rims on both a road bike in 700x25...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-13-24, 01:27 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,430
Posted By NumbersGuy

Rolling resistance is only one component of how...

Rolling resistance is only one component of how fast a tire is. The extra weight of a Marathon makes a big difference, especially for commuting where you are slowing, stopping and accelerating back...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-13-24, 12:59 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,430
Posted By NumbersGuy

With as much thought as you give to flats and the...

With as much thought as you give to flats and the fact that you went with Marathons, I'm not sure why you don't just go full out and buy Tannus Airless tires are save yourself your constant worrying...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-13-24, 12:04 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,430
Posted By NumbersGuy

I thought you went with slow, heavy Marathon Plus...

I thought you went with slow, heavy Marathon Plus tires so you never have to deal with a flat on your commute???? And now you are once again over analyzing something else, asking for opinions which...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-29-24, 02:26 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 8,182
Posted By NumbersGuy

Well he also already purchased the bike so has no...

Well he also already purchased the bike so has no reason to look for any more purchase advice. I've never witnessed a discussion forum as opposed to discussions as this one. It's very rare for a...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-29-24, 02:00 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 8,182
Posted By NumbersGuy

Why does it need to be locked. If the OP is not...

Why does it need to be locked. If the OP is not interested in the ongoing conversation, can't they just ignore it and those who want to continue to discuss Aethos vs Chinese knock-off can do so? Or...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-29-24, 01:55 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 5,284
Posted By NumbersGuy

And what about the huge number of people who've...

And what about the huge number of people who've tried tubeless, are extremely happy with the results and never looked back? Do they not count in your world?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-29-24, 12:32 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,562
Posted By NumbersGuy

Your commuting wheelset and tires will work just...

Your commuting wheelset and tires will work just fine on the terrain you think you need another set for. Are you just looking to waste money buying stuff you don't need or do you really not...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-24, 03:42 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 8,182
Posted By NumbersGuy

You also stated the frames look identical, which...

You also stated the frames look identical, which has subsequently been shown to not even be close to true as there are significant differences which are clearly visible. Makes it very questionable...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-24, 11:47 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 8,182
Posted By NumbersGuy

Along with a different shaped seat tube,...

Along with a different shaped seat tube, different cable routing, different shaped fork legs, etc. etc. Yeah, they're clearly the same exact frame... Then there's that niggling fact of Specialized...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-24, 10:08 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 8,182
Posted By NumbersGuy

So, you're saying that you're making the forums...

So, you're saying that you're making the forums toxic? Agreed!
Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-24, 06:36 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 8,182
Posted By NumbersGuy

And you are one individual with unknown...

And you are one individual with unknown qualifications, along with an obvious confirmation bias wanting to find them to be exactly the same. That has infinitesimally more than zero value to...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-24, 03:32 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 8,182
Posted By NumbersGuy

That’s an awesome looking bike. I’m definitely...

That’s an awesome looking bike. I’m definitely with you on liking the very subtle branding. I think it was a great choice by Specialized to keep the branding to a minimum on the Aethos, and this...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-20-24, 04:59 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 8,182
Posted By NumbersGuy

Oh, so since your friend just built up a Sohtea,...

Oh, so since your friend just built up a Sohtea, you’re qualified to say there is zero difference. And since you say the owner of Panda Podium claims Big rock is the manufacturer of the Aethos,...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-20-24, 04:06 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 8,182
Posted By NumbersGuy

In my humble opinion you have no facts and are...

In my humble opinion you have no facts and are the laughable part of the discussion. Just because two frames look almost the same means nothing other than the Chinese are very capable of creating...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-20-24, 03:56 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 8,182
Posted By NumbersGuy

I’d have to assume it’s a bogus claim, as Merida...

I’d have to assume it’s a bogus claim, as Merida which owns 49% of Specialized has their factory in Taiwan and at least in very recent history was producing Specialized carbon frames there.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-20-24, 12:46 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 3,045
Posted By NumbersGuy

No, you won't be any faster on the flats as I...

No, you won't be any faster on the flats as I highly doubt you were spinning out your 52-12 gear. You will have a lower gear available, so if you have been doing significant climbing in your 30-25,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-20-24, 03:52 AM
Replies: 112
Views: 5,591
Posted By NumbersGuy

Perhaps you should also consider not posting on a...

Perhaps you should also consider not posting on a bike forum, since you have no interest in anyone’s thoughts or comments except your own…
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-19-24, 12:55 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 5,591
Posted By NumbersGuy

An intelligent comment, an accurate assumption or...

An intelligent comment, an accurate assumption or a smart bicycle buying decision don’t mesh with someone named MikeDeason…..

You sir, continue to amaze with your nonsensical commentary based upon...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-18-24, 11:26 AM
Replies: 161
Views: 6,705
Posted By NumbersGuy

Well let’s have all the specifics of what was and...

Well let’s have all the specifics of what was and wasn’t taken into account, what was controlled, and what was measured, with what methods, having what margin of error in this all defining study you...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-17-24, 10:55 PM
Replies: 161
Views: 6,705
Posted By NumbersGuy

Way to go proving you’re not as smart as you...

Way to go proving you’re not as smart as you think. The word you’re looking for is moot. Did you also get a cheap Chinese knockoff education to go with the wheels you keep promoting around the...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-17-24, 04:59 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 8,182
Posted By NumbersGuy

I applaud you both for supporting your local shop...

I applaud you both for supporting your local shop with the purchase and for buying the brand that did the R&D work to develop the Aethos rather than a cheap Chinese copy.

It’s still very...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-17-24, 02:37 AM
Replies: 139
Views: 7,749
Posted By NumbersGuy

Yes, cheap metal bikes with heavy, thick wall...

Yes, cheap metal bikes with heavy, thick wall tubing can deal very easily with clamping forces. Carbon (or any higher end bike where weight is a focus) have their structure designed for strength in...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-16-24, 04:44 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,131
Posted By NumbersGuy

Thanks. Fixed my post.

Thanks. Fixed my post.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-16-24, 10:47 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,131
Posted By NumbersGuy

Low Profile is not a metric but a descriptive...

Low Profile is not a metric but a descriptive term that is not specific or applied consistently.

The aspect ratio is the actual metric. It's the second value and indicates tire height as a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-16-24, 08:45 AM
Replies: 139
Views: 7,749
Posted By NumbersGuy

So, on to yet another bike, and again you picked...

So, on to yet another bike, and again you picked something that doesn't meet your requirements and you're not confident in, except now it's at the no refunds stage... Great Job!!!

And you're still...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-26-24, 04:16 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,353
Posted By NumbersGuy

You seem to only consider a part of the overall...

You seem to only consider a part of the overall equation and make a simple assumption that’s correct in some cases but not all. Kinda like your saddle design which I researched a bit about recently...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-22-24, 10:28 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,304
Posted By NumbersGuy

You didn't mention a budget for this new bike or...

You didn't mention a budget for this new bike or any real specifics of what you want, which will make a difference in what exactly to look for.

Suspension on gravel bikes does exist, but has been...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-19-24, 06:27 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 4,117
Posted By NumbersGuy

I’m not sure that will help with his problem as...

I’m not sure that will help with his problem as it’s discomfort from the pressure on his sit bones. Focusing even more pressure on that area isn’t likely going to improve that.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-19-24, 01:37 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 4,117
Posted By NumbersGuy

Sure, I can. But I also don't know if the OP...

Sure, I can. But I also don't know if the OP will find their perfect, comfortable saddle. There's just too much we won't know no matter how much he tries to articulate details here.

I'm just...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-19-24, 12:37 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,328
Posted By NumbersGuy

Trek made revisions to the IsoSpeed twice during...

Trek made revisions to the IsoSpeed twice during 2023 to address seat post slippage, so there could very well be a difference between the available 2023 model and a new 2024. Maybe do a little...
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