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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-23-24, 07:51 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 895
Posted By force10

There are other fenders that are probably just as...

There are other fenders that are probably just as good but your shop's familiarity with the OEM is probably worth something. Does the $180 include install?

I confess I'm curious who the...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-22-24, 05:15 PM
Replies: 493
Views: 160,186
Posted By force10

My ‘01 Zurich does. I have to let a little air...

My ‘01 Zurich does. I have to let a little air out though.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-22-24, 08:35 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 1,303
Posted By force10

[QUOTE=Amt0571;23246391]Unfortunately, I don't...

[QUOTE=Amt0571;23246391]Unfortunately, I don't want a gravel bike with a dropper post.

Are you saying that your seatpost isn't greased? If so, that is almost certainly the problem.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-20-24, 04:20 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 375
Posted By force10

The first 5 miles of elevation profile as...

The first 5 miles of elevation profile as recorded match what the profile provided and correspond with the corrected profile from Strava and rwgps. After that the recorded profile largely flatlines...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-20-24, 01:18 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 375
Posted By force10

Ride with GPS and Strava agree that the route was...

Ride with GPS and Strava agree that the route was 9700' - 9900' feet. The ride organizer laid out the route organizer on RWGPS and that file had the elevation gain at ~9700'.

I certainly know the...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-20-24, 07:22 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 375
Posted By force10

Garmin Edge - elevation gain/loss errors

On Saturday I rode an event that had ~9700' of elevation gain. My edge 530 recorded it as ~3600 feet. Frequently I would be going uphill, sometimes steep ones (low-mid teens in grade %, I would...
Forum: Indoor & Stationary Cycling Forum
05-17-24, 07:54 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 645
Posted By force10

I want to like Rouvy but use Zwift because it...

I want to like Rouvy but use Zwift because it allows me to run workouts that I import from Training Peaks without using erg mode.

And I have almost got the stupid Tron bike...
Forum: Touring
05-10-24, 07:53 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,068
Posted By force10

How far are you riding each day?

How far are you riding each day?
Forum: Road Cycling
05-02-24, 08:21 AM
Replies: 108
Views: 4,265
Posted By force10

Shipping is $3.99 to PA as well!

Shipping is $3.99 to PA as well!
Forum: Road Cycling
05-02-24, 08:20 AM
Replies: 108
Views: 4,265
Posted By force10

Late to the party but couldnt pass up on the...

Late to the party but couldnt pass up on the opportunity to say how horrible the Silca Asymmetrico is. Single worst cycling product I have purchased. No amount of fussing or tightening will keep it...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-23-24, 08:05 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,221
Posted By force10

Power meters allow for accurate (structured)...

Power meters allow for accurate (structured) training. It sounds like you arent there yet - there are a lot of fitness gains to be made by just riding at the beginning. A quality heart rate monitor...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-08-24, 12:41 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 628
Posted By force10

Yeah, this would be a screen for the occasional...

Yeah, this would be a screen for the occasional glance - if I can customize it with the datat I'd be interested in.

Also, I had never considered that there might be more display options than came...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-06-24, 06:10 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 628
Posted By force10

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/750x1334/garmin_datat_screen_2723a3747c0c42e7618bff52527f81f9a402b450.png
Sorry everyone. It was there when I previewed the post. I must have...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-06-24, 07:47 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 628
Posted By force10

Garmin Data Screen

I found a screenshot of this data screen...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
03-15-24, 09:14 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,405
Posted By force10

I have been listening to the Performance Process...

I have been listening to the Performance Process podcast from Escape Collective https://escapecollective.com/introducing-performance-process-podcast/ . One of the stated goals is to examine how...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
02-23-24, 03:58 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,173
Posted By force10

I have not asked her to cite any, but she isnt...

I have not asked her to cite any, but she isnt the sort to make recommendations without support. The following was her response to my query several weeks ago when we decided to try add lifting to...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
02-23-24, 11:57 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,173
Posted By force10

This is what my coach recommended as well. She...

This is what my coach recommended as well. She said that it is ideal to wait 4 hours after cycling to begin cycling to avoid interference.
Forum: Juniors Racing (All Disciplines)
01-29-24, 09:08 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,669
Posted By force10

Thanks, I found a Raleigh RX24 used on Pinkbike. ...

Thanks, I found a Raleigh RX24 used on Pinkbike. Those Salsas come pretty dear for a bike that may only fit for 18 months.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-20-24, 07:35 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 557
Posted By force10

Following this thread because I'd like to do...

Following this thread because I'd like to do something similar in a few years when my son is about that age. Are you planning to bring him a bike or find something to rent there?
Forum: Indoor & Stationary Cycling Forum
01-12-24, 10:07 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,806
Posted By force10

Yeah, its isnt a Zwift thing - I just dont find...

Yeah, its isnt a Zwift thing - I just dont find ERG mode useful. At least Zwift allows you to turn it off. I cancelled Rouvy because ERG was fixed on when doing workouts.
Forum: Indoor & Stationary Cycling Forum
01-11-24, 09:51 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,806
Posted By force10

I think its kinda fun to be doing a a recovery...

I think its kinda fun to be doing a a recovery interval up alpe du zwift. And it is nice to at least have enough resistance to do maintain your power target on downhill efforts. I live in a hilly...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-06-24, 10:44 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,283
Posted By force10

I'm stuck on shaving and showering before heading...

I'm stuck on shaving and showering before heading off to ride 75 miles.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-03-24, 10:04 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,015
Posted By force10

I have the Speedero and like them.

I have the Speedero and like them.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
01-03-24, 10:17 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,569
Posted By force10

I am intrigued to see this. I noticed something...

I am intrigued to see this. I noticed something very similar last August at the height of my training intensity. Normal BP had been around 120/70 and it I was finding systolic in the high130's-low...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-28-23, 10:46 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,227
Posted By force10

6’ here with 32” inseam. I ride a 56cm...

6’ here with 32” inseam. I ride a 56cm Checkpoint. 58 would be too big for me. To answer your question: yes, it should be worth a 2 hour drive.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
12-20-23, 09:27 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,106
Posted By force10

I have the Garmin HRM dual and have had identical...

I have the Garmin HRM dual and have had identical problems. Sounds like it is still the strap. Getting a new strap from Garmin doesnt always solve the problem. I had Garmin ship me 5 before I...
Forum: Indoor & Stationary Cycling Forum
12-15-23, 08:59 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,042
Posted By force10

Thanks. What are the mechanics of this? Is...

Thanks.

What are the mechanics of this? Is there a sensor menu I cannot locate?
Forum: Indoor & Stationary Cycling Forum
12-15-23, 06:04 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,042
Posted By force10

Turn off erg mode on ROUVY?

I'm sending workouts to Rouvy from Training Peaks. Apparently, there is no button/switch to turn off erg mode during these workouts through the Rouvy interface the way there is on Zwift.

Is anyone...
Forum: Juniors Racing (All Disciplines)
12-13-23, 10:45 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,669
Posted By force10

24"-26" wheel road/cx bikes

I'm trying to find some good sources for these bikes in the US. Not much traffic on this sub-forum but I thought I'd try in case anyone has thoughts.

I have a 9 year who started track racing in...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-11-23, 10:34 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,455
Posted By force10

Ive been happy with the Tufo Speedero. I believe...

Ive been happy with the Tufo Speedero. I believe Tufo’s background is in tubulars.

They were priced very competitively when I purchased. Worth trying. I may go with the Thunderos when they wear...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-25-23, 08:51 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 605
Posted By force10

Riding in nice fall weather will probably make...

Riding in nice fall weather will probably make you happier and more considerate than doing an FTP test instead.:)

I think you made the right call and knew the answer before you even asked.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-24-23, 08:27 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 605
Posted By force10

At this time of year I wouldnt hesitate to break...

At this time of year I wouldnt hesitate to break training schedule for some good riding weather. Of course, I just entered the second week of my self-prescribed month off from structured training to...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
10-22-23, 07:20 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,192
Posted By force10

The invitation to set-up as a trainer pops up...

The invitation to set-up as a trainer pops up when you first go to do an indoor ride.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
10-19-23, 04:17 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,192
Posted By force10

There was no pop up this time when paired the...

There was no pop up this time when paired the power/cadence sensors. I recall that pop up from before but don’t know what prompts it. It may not have popped up this time because I had just unpaired...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
10-19-23, 08:54 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,192
Posted By force10

Resolution

In case anybody else is ever trying to figure this out, the connection as an indoor trainer is separate from the other sensors like power/speed/cadence etc and unpairing is done in a different place....
Forum: Training & Nutrition
10-16-23, 02:29 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 633
Posted By force10

I just bought one of these $15 straps as a...

I just bought one of these $15 straps as a replacement for my Garmin dual. https://www.heartratemonitorsusa.com/products/replacement-heart-rate-soft-strap-for-polar-h1-h7-h10?variant=28382247223401 ...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
10-11-23, 08:55 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 714
Posted By force10

Tricky age. He is in a grey zone between...

Tricky age. He is in a grey zone between definitely too young too train like an adult and definitely old enough, IMO. At 12, a lot depends on the child. It sounds like you must be doing something...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
10-10-23, 09:28 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 9,476
Posted By force10

You might not like erg mode. I don’t. But you...

You might not like erg mode. I don’t. But you will almost certainly be able to do more consistent intervals on a trainer whether using erg mode or not.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
10-10-23, 09:24 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 9,476
Posted By force10

I’m curious - are you aware of any contrary...

I’m curious - are you aware of any contrary evidence?
Forum: Training & Nutrition
10-04-23, 05:03 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,192
Posted By force10

It is the only time that the 530 has taken over...

It is the only time that the 530 has taken over resistance. But normally I am running the workout on Zwift also and it “overrides” any trainer control, I guess. This time I lost connection and shut...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
10-04-23, 04:56 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,192
Posted By force10

I had the same recollection and did as you...

I had the same recollection and did as you suggest. Unpairing and re-pairing went fine but the pop up never reappeared. I think there must be some separate way to disable the trainer part.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
10-02-23, 09:36 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,192
Posted By force10

Thanks to you both. That is what I thought. And...

Thanks to you both. That is what I thought. And I believe that I only have the trainer connected to the garmin as power and speed/cadence sensors. This is belied by my experience with the garmin...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
10-02-23, 09:27 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,192
Posted By force10

The Garmin records some metrics (pedal stroke,...

The Garmin records some metrics (pedal stroke, L/R %) that Zwift does not. I also frequently prefer to have an array of screens that show data differently than Zwift. I export the Zwift file to...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-28-23, 08:35 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,429
Posted By force10

I found the brass heads of the last two I used...

I found the brass heads of the last two I used rattling around inside the tire after the tire deflated again and I hit the ground.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
09-27-23, 08:45 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,192
Posted By force10

Disable Edge 530 erg mode?

I use a coach who creates workouts on Training Peaks which I ride on Zwift while indoors. I record the workout on my Edge 530 and run the workout there simultaneously. I specifically do not run in...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-20-23, 05:29 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 5,040
Posted By force10

I’m seeing Cervelo Caledonia 105 on sale for...

I’m seeing Cervelo Caledonia 105 on sale for $2500 and less nowadays.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
08-24-23, 10:15 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,664
Posted By force10

My L/R balance averages around 55/45 when I think...

My L/R balance averages around 55/45 when I think to look at it. I don’t know of any length differences between my legs. I’ve mentioned it to both a bike fitter and cycling coach who have both said...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-21-23, 09:51 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,495
Posted By force10

I get that too.

I get that too.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-03-23, 08:18 AM
Replies: 354
Views: 48,907
Posted By force10

Figures. I just bought some elsewhere for twice...

Figures. I just bought some elsewhere for twice that...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-26-23, 07:45 AM
Replies: 354
Views: 48,907
Posted By force10

Super helpful. Glad I saw this, even though I'm...

Super helpful. Glad I saw this, even though I'm pretty committed to the NEXT's for a while anyway.
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