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Forum: Road Cycling
05-13-24, 06:05 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,463
Posted By Turnin_Wrenches

:foo: :twitchy: :cry:... ...

:foo: :twitchy: :cry:...

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...on a serious note, improving your position on the...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
05-09-24, 07:44 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 687
Posted By Turnin_Wrenches

I deal with folks on a daily basis that used the...

I deal with folks on a daily basis that used the "ol' eyeball it" method. They are caught in an endless cycle of trying to turn the bike into something it was never intended to be... because they...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
05-09-24, 05:42 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 687
Posted By Turnin_Wrenches

Solicit assistance from a reputable local bike...

Solicit assistance from a reputable local bike shop and/or bike fitter if you are totally unsure about frame geometry / sizing and what will fit you. Your style of riding will influence final fit,...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
05-06-24, 11:18 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,170
Posted By Turnin_Wrenches

:eek: Now I definitely don't get it. But hey,...

:eek: Now I definitely don't get it. But hey, different strokes for different folks.
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
05-06-24, 07:26 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,170
Posted By Turnin_Wrenches

The thread grows longer, but still not a single...

The thread grows longer, but still not a single mention of an actual goal that is driving the OP's desire for a handlebar that doesn't exist. :foo: I'm all for out-of-the-box thinking, innovative...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
05-03-24, 02:02 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,170
Posted By Turnin_Wrenches

I find it interesting that the OP is lusting...

I find it interesting that the OP is lusting after a ridiculously narrow and unsafe handlebar (evidently for the purpose of "getting more aero"), but there is not a single mention of the actual goal...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-22-24, 10:28 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,916
Posted By Turnin_Wrenches

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Holy moly, this thread cannot be serious... but I think it is :eek:
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-18-24, 10:29 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,601
Posted By Turnin_Wrenches

There is nothing inherently fatiguing about Z3. ...

There is nothing inherently fatiguing about Z3. Large doses of anything without sufficient recovery will increase fatigue and hinder training.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-18-24, 02:22 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,601
Posted By Turnin_Wrenches

I'm a big fan of zone 3, but It depends on the...

I'm a big fan of zone 3, but It depends on the type of events for which you are training. If you are mostly targeting relatively short and fast races (less than a metric century), you will likely...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-18-24, 05:06 AM
Replies: 108
Views: 4,238
Posted By Turnin_Wrenches

I have a Matone and a an Asymetrico. Neither is...

I have a Matone and a an Asymetrico. Neither is wonderful, but I prefer the Matone. I'm currently using a Lezyne Road Caddy that I quite like!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-25-24, 04:54 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,142
Posted By Turnin_Wrenches

Interesting that your 240 hubs are less noisy...

Interesting that your 240 hubs are less noisy than the others you mentioned. In my original comment I was specifically comparing the noise level of the 240 to the 350, but I'd say the 240s are at...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
03-25-24, 04:38 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,287
Posted By Turnin_Wrenches

I wasn't able to access the article due to the...

I wasn't able to access the article due to the paywall, but based on the two quotes referenced in the original post I came away with mixed feelings about the advice given.

On the positive side, I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-23-24, 05:20 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,142
Posted By Turnin_Wrenches

VegasJen : I have used DT Swiss 240 and 350 hubs...

VegasJen : I have used DT Swiss 240 and 350 hubs for the past several years and highly recommend both. IMO, the 350 is the clear winner if budget-friendly is your preference. They're pretty much...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
03-18-24, 09:06 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,179
Posted By Turnin_Wrenches

:lol:... this is a joke, yes?

:lol:... this is a joke, yes?
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
03-18-24, 08:49 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 397
Posted By Turnin_Wrenches

Elbows that want to move outward could be an...

Elbows that want to move outward could be an indication that your stack is too high. Disclaimer: Seeking fit advice from a cycling forum is always a bad idea! Go get a proper fit from a competent...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-18-24, 08:37 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,278
Posted By Turnin_Wrenches

As a long-time Speedplay user I totally disagree....

As a long-time Speedplay user I totally disagree. Speedplay (in my experience) is the most difficult pedal for clipping in and clipping out. There is no tension adjustment.

I've also noticed a...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
03-11-24, 04:28 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,068
Posted By Turnin_Wrenches

Cool, glad the info helped. I think it's also...

Cool, glad the info helped. I think it's also good that you're looking for ideas based on the experience of others and largely wanting to figure out for yourself what's best for you. Ultimately,...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
03-11-24, 09:05 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,068
Posted By Turnin_Wrenches

It's been three years since I made the leap from...

It's been three years since I made the leap from double centuries to unsupported ultra-distance races at the shorter end of the ultra spectrum (500+ miles). The nutrition piece has been the hardest...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-22-24, 12:57 PM
Replies: 250
Views: 21,171
Posted By Turnin_Wrenches

You're kidding, right? It's a bottle cage bolt,...

You're kidding, right? It's a bottle cage bolt, not aerospace equipment. Road vibration can (and does) cause bolts to come loose over time. General stress from regular use is also a contributing...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-22-24, 12:47 PM
Replies: 144
Views: 6,034
Posted By Turnin_Wrenches

I also edited my most recent comment because...

I also edited my most recent comment because after re-reading your comments I realized you don't understand what I actually said. Hence, no need to explain because it's already spelled out very...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-22-24, 12:27 PM
Replies: 144
Views: 6,034
Posted By Turnin_Wrenches

You are mischaracterizing my comments (which are...

You are mischaracterizing my comments (which are quite clear and straightforward), inferring things that need not be inferred, and you are trying to take the discussion off in an entirely different...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-22-24, 11:39 AM
Replies: 190
Views: 10,447
Posted By Turnin_Wrenches

There are success stories, and I'm glad to know...

There are success stories, and I'm glad to know that tubeless is working for you. No flats over the course of 15,000km is a beautiful thing!

As for your non-tubeless friends who had to fix flats...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-22-24, 08:10 AM
Replies: 144
Views: 6,034
Posted By Turnin_Wrenches

If you owned a reputable brand with a solid...

If you owned a reputable brand with a solid history of making quality items (it could be anything) and you then decide to make crap items so you can partner with a company that makes crap, how is...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-22-24, 07:47 AM
Replies: 144
Views: 6,034
Posted By Turnin_Wrenches

You have totally missed the point.... or perhaps...

You have totally missed the point.... or perhaps you intentionally ignored it altogether :foo:.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-21-24, 06:55 PM
Replies: 131
Views: 5,705
Posted By Turnin_Wrenches

My first thought is that you are on a very bad...

My first thought is that you are on a very bad path if you eat like this ^ off the bike on a regular basis. I hope you have good health insurance. I'll light a candle for you. Good luck :lol:.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-21-24, 06:47 PM
Replies: 144
Views: 6,034
Posted By Turnin_Wrenches

I agree that the Shimano name and products on WM...

I agree that the Shimano name and products on WM bikes is not a good look for Shimano. I've had to work on some of those bikes and they are garbage! The first time I saw one come into the shop I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-21-24, 06:31 PM
Replies: 250
Views: 21,171
Posted By Turnin_Wrenches

It is not true that all Trek stores are...

It is not true that all Trek stores are corporately owned. There are still plenty of independent Trek dealers that carry Trek along with other brands. Independent dealers are under pressure from...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-21-24, 03:40 AM
Replies: 190
Views: 10,447
Posted By Turnin_Wrenches

From my perusal of the thread I'm not sure if the...

From my perusal of the thread I'm not sure if the OP went tubeless. If so, I'm curious to know how it's working out.

Personally, I am not a fan of tubeless on a road bike. Give me tubes or give...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-20-24, 10:45 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 3,615
Posted By Turnin_Wrenches

No, I just have a strong preference for the...

No, I just have a strong preference for the function and the aesthetic of a full-on aero road bike. Perhaps it's because I live in Florida and have no need for a climbing bike.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-19-24, 06:10 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 3,615
Posted By Turnin_Wrenches

Your logic makes sense, and I assume Trek is...

Your logic makes sense, and I assume Trek is having trouble justifying both models in the face of an industry downturn. From a business perspective it makes sense. I'm just not excited about the...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
01-18-24, 07:23 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,972
Posted By Turnin_Wrenches

I think the Domane is a solid bike, but looking...

I think the Domane is a solid bike, but looking at the chart you created I'm not able to make an argument for the Domane over the Defy.

As for mechanical or electronic... The quality of shifting...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-18-24, 01:49 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 3,615
Posted By Turnin_Wrenches

Where have you been? World tour pros...

Where have you been? World tour pros cross-chaining up hills has been all the rage for at least a couple of years :lol:.

As for the Madone, I agree... the name will not go away. If this is...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-18-24, 11:46 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 3,615
Posted By Turnin_Wrenches

New Trek "Madonda"?

I came across this photo on the interwebs and assumed it might be a new Emonda prototype.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-18-24, 11:10 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,265
Posted By Turnin_Wrenches

Kudos to you for the DIY crank modification...

Kudos to you for the DIY crank modification :thumb:. Going from 175mm to 155mm is a big change all at once, but at 5'6" with a 30" inseam those 175mm cranks were way too long. I'm also 5'6" with a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-18-24, 06:33 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,265
Posted By Turnin_Wrenches

Shorter cranks offer significant advantages...

Shorter cranks offer significant advantages without any disadvantages. The biggest advantage is a more open hip angle. Some will argue that shorter cranks = less power, but I have seen no evidence...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-18-24, 06:28 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,265
Posted By Turnin_Wrenches

Shimano now offers 160mm crank length as a...

Shimano now offers 160mm crank length as a standard off-the-shelf option. SRAM only goes as short as 165mm.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-18-24, 06:24 AM
Replies: 133
Views: 10,313
Posted By Turnin_Wrenches

I see lots of Canyon bikes in my area of Florida,...

I see lots of Canyon bikes in my area of Florida, but rarely does one come into the shop for service. As a result, I was unaware that spare parts availability in the US was so horrible. It would be...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
01-17-24, 08:24 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 963
Posted By Turnin_Wrenches

320 watts / 95 kg = 3.368 watts/kg I'd say...

320 watts / 95 kg = 3.368 watts/kg

I'd say you're doing pretty darn good for 6-months. If you already have good fitness from participation in other sports, it usually transfers well to the bike....
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
01-16-24, 07:04 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,374
Posted By Turnin_Wrenches

The short and honest answer is that none of us...

The short and honest answer is that none of us has a clue what "position you should go for". Relying on an internet forum for advice about your fit is generally a bad idea. There is simply too much...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
01-16-24, 06:52 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 963
Posted By Turnin_Wrenches

If you're brand new to road cycling power output...

If you're brand new to road cycling power output should not be a big focus. Work on developing your bike handling skills and learn how to ride safely (by yourself and with others).
Forum: Road Cycling
01-13-24, 06:12 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,769
Posted By Turnin_Wrenches

:lol: Nobody's going through any emotional...

:lol: Nobody's going through any emotional athletic entertainment. It's all good. It's just weird bike industry stuff and an odd business decision. It does nothing to elevate the Lab71 brand. And if...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-13-24, 05:56 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,769
Posted By Turnin_Wrenches

I give Cannondale a pass for doing this last...

I give Cannondale a pass for doing this last season when Lab71 was brand new and production likely lagged behind the marketing effort. But this is the 2nd season that Cannondale is doing this, when...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-13-24, 05:40 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,769
Posted By Turnin_Wrenches

^ THIS. I haven't purchased anything. I was...

^ THIS. I haven't purchased anything. I was just commenting on the curious decision by Cannondale to supply EF Education with HM frames painted to look like Lab71. :foo:
Forum: Road Cycling
01-12-24, 06:10 AM
Replies: 2,356
Views: 365,477
Posted By Turnin_Wrenches

You are definitely entitled to your opinion, but...

You are definitely entitled to your opinion, but you are not in charge of the rules (nor am I) :). I've never understood why anyone would willingly participate in anything while simultaneously...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-11-24, 02:18 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,769
Posted By Turnin_Wrenches

Cannondale HM Frame with Lab71 Paint - What's Up with That?

Evidently the EF Education "Lab71" bikes are HM (high mod) frames with Lab71 paint. What's up with that? :foo:

This "false advertising" might anger some folks, while others are agnostic or simply...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-11-24, 12:59 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 5,451
Posted By Turnin_Wrenches

Pretty typical, yes. It's a move that says "we...

Pretty typical, yes. It's a move that says "we have no idea how to price our product"... which is unfortunate. Now people are either unsubscribing and/or just moving to a different platform. At...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-11-24, 08:24 AM
Replies: 21,356
Views: 5,277,589
Posted By Turnin_Wrenches

Bar plugs are fun! Yes, very expensive for what...

Bar plugs are fun! Yes, very expensive for what you actually get. But... in absolute dollars not too bad, especially if they last a long time.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-11-24, 08:19 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 918
Posted By Turnin_Wrenches

^ That's what everybody says, but it's not been...

^ That's what everybody says, but it's not been my experience. The first time I purchased a Castelli jersey I sized up and it was too big. IME the sizing chart for jerseys is correct. And although...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-11-24, 06:33 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 5,451
Posted By Turnin_Wrenches

Pricing for these apps is all over the place,...

Pricing for these apps is all over the place, with very little rhyme or reason as to why some apps are free (or close to free) and others are $10-$15 per month (on average).

With Strava the...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-10-24, 01:48 PM
Replies: 2,356
Views: 365,477
Posted By Turnin_Wrenches

I also believe the "bike photo etiquette" is...

I also believe the "bike photo etiquette" is unnecessarily strict. However, the rules for the thread are clearly spelled out. It is what it is. If you buck the rules you should expect to be...
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