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Forum: Road Cycling
10-16-23, 06:03 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 8,679
Posted By Jklotz

Maybe I've been lucky, but in all these years of...

Maybe I've been lucky, but in all these years of riding, I don't think I've ever had a warranty claim with a bike.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
10-15-23, 10:37 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 632
Posted By Jklotz

I have the Wahoo tckr. It's been working...

I have the Wahoo tckr. It's been working perfectly for the 4 months I've owned it, however, I've read some reports of failure around the 1 year mark. We'll see. I haven't had to change the battery...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-14-23, 02:41 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 8,679
Posted By Jklotz

That IS a good deal! Not much you can't do with...

That IS a good deal! Not much you can't do with that bike. I think it will be awesome for you. Congrats!
Forum: Road Cycling
10-11-23, 04:59 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 8,679
Posted By Jklotz

In my experience, run some tubeless 32's w/ no...

In my experience, run some tubeless 32's w/ no more than 60psi and you won't miss the shock one bit, nor will you miss the extra weight and complexity they add.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-06-23, 03:29 PM
Replies: 6,448
Views: 602,599
Posted By Jklotz

I did an hour of zone 2 on the trainer.

I did an hour of zone 2 on the trainer.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-06-23, 06:55 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,258
Posted By Jklotz

Awesome! Getting a new bike is always fun and I'm...

Awesome! Getting a new bike is always fun and I'm sure will lead to new adventures for you. I'm sure your buddies will be able to help you with the basics. Everything I've read about the Canyon...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-06-23, 05:45 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 925
Posted By Jklotz

I agree with this. If you love your Specialized,...

I agree with this. If you love your Specialized, keep it. There's no guarantee you'll like a new bike you've never ridden as much, no matter what it is.
Forum: Electric Bikes
10-05-23, 06:16 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,665
Posted By Jklotz

You might want to look at the newly released...

You might want to look at the newly released Specialized Creo 2. It's geared more to the gravel crowd, but a swap of tires and it would be a fine road bike. I've got a Trek Domane+ SLR. It's been...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
10-04-23, 08:33 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 517
Posted By Jklotz

Thanks guys, I appreciate all the input.

Thanks guys, I appreciate all the input.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-02-23, 01:55 PM
Replies: 21,356
Views: 5,277,833
Posted By Jklotz

Arm warmers and a new skull cap. Cold weather's a...

Arm warmers and a new skull cap. Cold weather's a coming!
Forum: Training & Nutrition
10-01-23, 07:59 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 517
Posted By Jklotz

Training plan for group rides

I'm close to 4 months back into cycling after a 15 yr hiatius. So far, I've dropped 14 lbs and dropped my resting HR by 10 BPM, so it's going in the right direction. Back in the day, I used to race,...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-30-23, 08:03 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 5,035
Posted By Jklotz

Guy we didn't know shows up on a group ride last...

Guy we didn't know shows up on a group ride last week with a steel Panasonic branded bike. I'm guessing it was from the 1980's? Most of us rolled our eyes until he went to the front and pulled like a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-28-23, 08:00 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,697
Posted By Jklotz

https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71EZM7z5sJL._A...

https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71EZM7z5sJL._AC_SL1500_.jpg
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-28-23, 07:25 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,516
Posted By Jklotz

Back to the OP, I think I may have found some...

Back to the OP, I think I may have found some insight into this. I did a ride yesterday and recorded it on the wahoo/PM pedals and also on my garmin instinct 2 watch, not paired with the PM but to HR...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-24-23, 01:35 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,516
Posted By Jklotz

I began cycling, after a 15 year hiatus, about 3...

I began cycling, after a 15 year hiatus, about 3 months ago. I've since lost 12 lbs without changing my diet much at all. Course' I never did tend to over eat and my job requires I sit at a computer...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-24-23, 07:01 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 482
Posted By Jklotz

Yea, I was going to say saddle may be wrong fit...

Yea, I was going to say saddle may be wrong fit for you. Does it help when you stand up on the pedals for a bit? Tingling reduce? I've had a saddle in the past that seemed to compress a nerve that...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-22-23, 08:14 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,516
Posted By Jklotz

Calories burned

I got some power meter pedals. Now my Wahoo Roam is reporting about 1/2 of the calories burned vs before I had the power meter installed for the same ride. As a guy who'd like to drop a few pounds...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-19-23, 06:55 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 3,820
Posted By Jklotz

Yes, I saw a youtube video about that. Thanks for...

Yes, I saw a youtube video about that. Thanks for the tip.



OK, gotcha. Thanks for the tip. I do plan to try some more structured workouts this winter, so I'm sure that will come in handy.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-18-23, 05:11 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 3,820
Posted By Jklotz

My zwift trainer arrived today. Hopefully get it...

My zwift trainer arrived today. Hopefully get it set up tomorrow. I'll be using my old Willier race bike as a permanent setup, cause I know if I have to take off the rear wheel and do a setup every...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-15-23, 08:35 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,885
Posted By Jklotz

As others have mentioned, try this: ...

As others have mentioned, try this:

https://silca.cc/pages/sppc-form
Forum: Road Cycling
09-13-23, 07:01 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 3,820
Posted By Jklotz

Thanks guys, hearing your perspective does help.

Thanks guys, hearing your perspective does help.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-13-23, 06:40 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 3,820
Posted By Jklotz

What's your experience with zwift and smart trainers?

Back in the day, when I used to race (20 or so years ago), I had a trainer in the house. Friction based from what I remember. I hated it. I'd strap my bike in, put it in front of a TV and try to take...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-13-23, 11:45 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,670
Posted By Jklotz

We are about the same size, age, height and...

We are about the same size, age, height and weight. My bikes are a 56 and use a 172mm crank. But here's the thing; you are going to have some discomfort getting used to riding, especially longer...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-13-23, 09:43 AM
Replies: 223
Views: 7,969
Posted By Jklotz

Why? Our group rides have 3 guys on ebikes, never...

Why? Our group rides have 3 guys on ebikes, never had a problem. We get along just fine. Hell, I can barley keep up sometimes even on a pedal assist ebike.

Are you insinuating I should not be...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-13-23, 06:30 AM
Replies: 223
Views: 7,969
Posted By Jklotz

Our club has a few ebike rules: 1) No...

Our club has a few ebike rules:

1) No talking going up hills
2) Don't talk about which power level you are using, nobody cares
3) No going up to the front and pushing the pace, especially on...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-10-23, 07:40 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 750
Posted By Jklotz

I recently tried some Vitorria N.ext's, tubeless....

I recently tried some Vitorria N.ext's, tubeless. I'm not in love with the tires, but I have noticed, around the 200 mile mark, they seem to be feeling a bit more supple. I don't have any scientific...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-10-23, 05:29 PM
Replies: 223
Views: 7,969
Posted By Jklotz

If you can't beat em', join em'?

If you can't beat em', join em'?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-10-23, 10:12 AM
Replies: 223
Views: 7,969
Posted By Jklotz

I realize I'm in the minority here, but I...

I realize I'm in the minority here, but I recently bought a Trek Domane+. It is a pedal assist ebike. There is no throttle to turn. There are 3 power modes, selectable with little buttons near the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-09-23, 07:51 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,489
Posted By Jklotz

I'm pleased to report today's ride, while still...

I'm pleased to report today's ride, while still being pretty "spirited", was a little better. Maybe the young guns couldn't make it this morning, but we were definitely slowing down for intersections...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-08-23, 11:57 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,489
Posted By Jklotz

We'll be pulling out at 10am tomorrow morning. I...

We'll be pulling out at 10am tomorrow morning. I suggest you bring your fast kit and join us. It'll be 32 miles of hills, fast riding and blowing through stop signs. I suggest you ride up front if...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-05-23, 07:16 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,489
Posted By Jklotz

False sense of security?

I like to do a few quick group rides every week. I enjoy them, plus there's no way I'd push myself that hard solo, so there is the intensity workout I wouldn't otherwise get. I'm grateful we have a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-05-23, 01:22 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,788
Posted By Jklotz

No. I've got newish 105 disc brakes. They work...

No. I've got newish 105 disc brakes. They work quite well. Lifting weights in the gym is what caused it, well, that and getting a little older I suppose. It's just the motion of braking that seems to...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-05-23, 05:50 AM
Replies: 21,356
Views: 5,277,833
Posted By Jklotz

No volume, but you can turn them on or off via...

No volume, but you can turn them on or off via the menu in the Wahoo unit. I'd suspect other computers would also have this function.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-04-23, 06:03 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 565
Posted By Jklotz

Yes, I did. Just haven't had time to play with it...

Yes, I did. Just haven't had time to play with it yet.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-04-23, 02:46 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 565
Posted By Jklotz

Bike Radar

I bought one of those Bryton radars, rode 2 rides with it over the weekend. It doesn't replace actually looking, but for left hand turns, man is it a nice thing to have! Hard to believe all those...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-04-23, 12:43 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,788
Posted By Jklotz

Yes, the gel.

Yes, the gel.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-04-23, 09:53 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,788
Posted By Jklotz

As an update, I got turned onto Voltaren by a...

As an update, I got turned onto Voltaren by a buddy. It seems to be working really well so far. It's making living with this much easier. I actually was able to ride Sat and Sun using the arm band.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-04-23, 05:54 AM
Replies: 21,356
Views: 5,277,833
Posted By Jklotz

I rode Sat and Sun with the Bryton. Paired...

I rode Sat and Sun with the Bryton. Paired instantly with my wahoo. Seemed to work really well. Probably need to figure out how to turn off the beeps when doing group rides though, I suspect that may...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-03-23, 09:35 PM
Replies: 174
Views: 6,651
Posted By Jklotz

You said you have enjoyed cycling throughout much...

You said you have enjoyed cycling throughout much of your life. In my eyes, you have already won.

I know a lot of guys who always want the next shiny, new thing. As soon as they get it, they are...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-31-23, 06:40 PM
Replies: 21,356
Views: 5,277,833
Posted By Jklotz

Will do. For now, it came fully chrged and fit...

Will do. For now, it came fully chrged and fit perfectly on my D shaped seat post. Synced right up to my Wahoo roam. I'm nursing an elbow injury but hopefully will be able to get out a bit this...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-31-23, 02:22 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,788
Posted By Jklotz

Yea, it's 2 weeks with OTC anti-inflammatories,...

Yea, it's 2 weeks with OTC anti-inflammatories, then we go to a steroid injection. They prefer to use the injection sparingly if possible.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-31-23, 12:11 PM
Replies: 21,356
Views: 5,277,833
Posted By Jklotz

Got a Bryton bike radar in the mail today.

Got a Bryton bike radar in the mail today.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-31-23, 12:07 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,788
Posted By Jklotz

Doc wants 2 weeks of rest and...

Doc wants 2 weeks of rest and anti-inflammatories. Crap, was just getting to the point where I was back in the fast group. Injuries suck.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-30-23, 05:09 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,788
Posted By Jklotz

Tennis Elbow

So I've been off the bike for almost a week now. Got bad tennis elbow. Doc said I need to give it time to heal. Apparently, pulling the brake lever is the exact angle that really enflames it. Anybody...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-30-23, 11:08 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,486
Posted By Jklotz

Lone sailer attempts record at urban regatta on...

Lone sailer attempts record at urban regatta on bicycle
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-29-23, 06:34 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 3,203
Posted By Jklotz

In my case, it would be the loose screw between...

In my case, it would be the loose screw between the seat and the handlebars.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-28-23, 06:37 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,404
Posted By Jklotz

Thanks. I have my old mountain bike (Trek STP400)...

Thanks. I have my old mountain bike (Trek STP400) for single track stuff. I'm in the process of getting it cleaned and tuned up.

One idea I had was to maybe upgrade the wheels I have now to the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-25-23, 02:12 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,404
Posted By Jklotz

You bring up a good point. If I do it, maybe I...

You bring up a good point. If I do it, maybe I should wrap the chain stay with something to protect it.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-25-23, 12:57 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,404
Posted By Jklotz

Same bike, different gravel and road wheels?

I'm a roadie who has dabbled with MTB's in the past, but mainly a roadie. I've been interested to dip my toe into the proverbial "gravel" waters, but having just bought a Trek Domane SLR, another...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-23-23, 01:12 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 710
Posted By Jklotz

I looked at some of the examples of their work on...

I looked at some of the examples of their work on the site. Looks impressive. I have a flat black Trek Domane. When I bought it, I thought it looked cool, but it hasn't aged well with me. Now it just...
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