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Forum: Road Cycling
08-18-21, 02:21 PM
Replies: 137
Views: 10,468
Posted By TheZip

I'm with burnthesheep, I'll go smash pedals with...

I'm with burnthesheep, I'll go smash pedals with about anyone and drink a beer after. Just don't overthink it and enjoy the ride. Everyone has a different budget and ability. And maybe after they...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-18-21, 01:51 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 14,377
Posted By TheZip

I don't get gravel bikes?

What am I missing about riding drop bars on gravel? Is it just me or does it just seem like a novelty? It's like it's some new found invention to have clearance for wider tires with a bit of a...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-26-16, 09:48 AM
Replies: 10,425
Views: 3,363,542
Posted By TheZip

Same frame. That methodology of thinking derives...

Same frame. That methodology of thinking derives from the hi modulus carbon vs standard carbon and doesn't apply with aluminum bikes.

Legit question though and I can see where you would think...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-23-16, 05:45 PM
Replies: 10,425
Views: 3,363,542
Posted By TheZip

My new steed and first road bike. 2015 105 model...

My new steed and first road bike. 2015 105 model with all stock components. Please excuse that the pic still has dork disc and reflectors.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-16, 08:31 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,043
Posted By TheZip

Smoother and way more efficient. Going fast seems...

Smoother and way more efficient. Going fast seems effortless. Went for a 30 mile ride the first time out and ended up riding 50.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-05-16, 07:02 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 29,395
Posted By TheZip

It's a 60. Just took it off this afternoon ;)

It's a 60. Just took it off this afternoon ;)
Forum: Road Cycling
06-05-16, 06:48 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 29,395
Posted By TheZip

Took it out for a 56 mile break in this morning....

Took it out for a 56 mile break in this morning. :) I had originally signed up for the 30 mile route and not the 50. I have No regrets buying the CAAD3 instead of the Synapse. Bike was phenomenal to...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-04-16, 08:11 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 29,395
Posted By TheZip

Well, I pulled the trigger and bought a new bike...

Well, I pulled the trigger and bought a new bike today. Here's my old M900 that's getting retired.

http://i607.photobucket.com/albums/tt156/xxformula89xx/Mobile%20Uploads/20160604_195814.jpg...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-03-16, 01:40 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 29,395
Posted By TheZip

It was actually a 2015 caad 10 105 series with...

It was actually a 2015 caad 10 105 series with the FSA crank, I accidentally put 12 on the thread title.
And the Synapse would be the aluminum Sora version.

And yes my current bike is a torture...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-03-16, 12:45 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 29,395
Posted By TheZip

CAAD12 or Synapse?

Here's the deal, I'm torn between the CAAD and a Synapse.
I'm currently on an old M900 XC bike with road tires that happens to have a frame that's way too small, (52cm and i'm 6'4") and short gears...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
02-15-15, 02:25 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,226
Posted By TheZip

I hope 2015 is my year. I've been trying to get...

I hope 2015 is my year. I've been trying to get back to cycling for the last couple years, but I've struggled to find the time between work and my 3 kids.

My second obstacle is my bike is a poor...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-14-14, 08:59 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,024
Posted By TheZip

Well, it suckered to say but between the constant...

Well, it suckered to say but between the constant rain, cramped schedule and being exhausted this week, I haven't rode in a few days.

The good news though, I received my SPD pedals and shoes...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-06-14, 09:56 PM
Replies: 3,286
Views: 656,902
Posted By TheZip

http://i607.photobucket.com/albums/tt156/xxformula...

http://i607.photobucket.com/albums/tt156/xxformula89xx/20140602_185706.jpg (http://s607.photobucket.com/user/xxformula89xx/media/20140602_185706.jpg.html)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-06-14, 09:25 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,024
Posted By TheZip

Unterhausen - I just recently knocked the dust...

Unterhausen - I just recently knocked the dust off of it, but have logged 50 miles in the last week and a half. I plan to ride at least 4 times per week, increase my mileage each week, and get in at...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-05-14, 04:04 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,024
Posted By TheZip

Just clicked off a 13 mile ride with my wife. I...

Just clicked off a 13 mile ride with my wife. I really wish she would overcome her fears. She jambs the brakes on every downhill to a crawl, approaches every house at 6mph for fear of a dog, and...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-05-14, 01:17 PM
Replies: 3,146
Views: 950,815
Posted By TheZip

Chain Reaction Cycles has a huge sale on Shimano...

Chain Reaction Cycles has a huge sale on Shimano stuff. Just bought some M540 pedals for $39.99!
Forum: Road Cycling
06-05-14, 01:06 PM
Replies: 203
Views: 18,338
Posted By TheZip

I started riding before the Internet existed and...

I started riding before the Internet existed and all my cycling peers were BMXers, so my novice mistakes were plenty.

Trying to ride long distance on knobbies.
Using flat pedals.
Falling over...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-04-14, 09:40 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 805
Posted By TheZip

Had this happen also. I just bought a new pump....

Had this happen also. I just bought a new pump. But I'm going to look for a replacement cap so I have a spare.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-04-14, 01:07 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,024
Posted By TheZip

First Century, a journal I guess.

I've wanted to take on a Century since I was 15yo, I'm now going to be 34 and still haven't done one. So I've always felt like this is something that I've never perused hard enough.

When I was...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
06-01-14, 03:39 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,024
Posted By TheZip

I ride an old Cannondale M900 rigid with slicks....

I ride an old Cannondale M900 rigid with slicks. It's almost as light as some road bikes.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-02-13, 07:25 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 4,244
Posted By TheZip

An exploding house. And thank god we were far...

An exploding house. And thank god we were far enough away from it when it happened as it was along the route we were taking. We heard and felt the loud explosion and after going down the road four...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-24-13, 09:13 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,334
Posted By TheZip

I payed $400 for a mint condition, never ridden,...

I payed $400 for a mint condition, never ridden, factory tags still on it, '99 M900 with a CAAD3 frame three years ago, with an msrp of $1200. $400 for this bike imo is a little steep. Keep looking,...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-24-13, 08:48 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 729
Posted By TheZip

Galaxy S3 bar mount beneficial?

I'm considering getting a handle bar mount for my S3 but have a couple concerns. First is that my battery seems to get zapped quickly running GPS. Second is that my screen isn't very visible in...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-24-13, 08:25 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,632
Posted By TheZip

You increased your total mileage by 33% by going...

You increased your total mileage by 33% by going from 20-30 miles. Althought it doesn't sound like much, that's a good size jump. Sounds to me like you just need to give yourself more time. Muscles...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-24-13, 07:55 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,521
Posted By TheZip

Agreed, older and not a very high end dale. $150...

Agreed, older and not a very high end dale. $150 at best. Looks like a good starting point for upgrading though. Could make a really nice bike if you like to build something custom with your own...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-24-13, 07:42 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 4,718
Posted By TheZip

Frame mounted hand pump Tire levers Patch kit...

Frame mounted hand pump
Tire levers
Patch kit
Gatorade or h2o
Cellphone for when above are inadequate.

I can't seem to find an elegant solution (or want) to carry a spare tube. If it's a slow...
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