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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-09-24, 02:35 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 3,758
Posted By hsea17

No:)

No:)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-09-24, 02:33 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 3,758
Posted By hsea17

Well my example was not really 300grams, but...

Well my example was not really 300grams, but 8.3kg to 8.5Kg:) Anyway I'm not so fussy about weight but when the price tag increase to 3K I don't want to sit back with "spoken up disk brakes" and a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-08-24, 03:43 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 3,758
Posted By hsea17

Well, in reference to the new "Giant TCR" in the...

Well, in reference to the new "Giant TCR" in the OP the base model of Giant TCR advanced mechanical gear weight in at 8.3Kg so if IMO should come out as the weight is actually 8.5 Kg, I don't see...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-07-24, 07:31 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 3,114
Posted By hsea17

The weight stated here is the weight before I am...

The weight stated here is the weight before I am carrying it out from the dealer and load it down with pedals etc.
Btw, with pedals 7.71 Kg
hsea17 :)
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-05-24, 05:53 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 507
Posted By hsea17

Thanks for the replies. I think I will change...

Thanks for the replies. I think I will change whole crank. Tried one of these crank calculators and it show crank arms max 168. However, I will measure my inseam again with some help because I not...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-04-24, 10:50 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 507
Posted By hsea17

Experiences 50-34 vs 52-36 Crank

I think to switch to a 50-34 Crank from 52-36 as I image that it is a better solution for problem knees as it has been said here and there that with a 50-34 crank every rpm will feel easier. What is...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-02-24, 03:18 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 3,114
Posted By hsea17

Giant Scr 8.6 Kg without pedals. Scott Addict...

Giant Scr 8.6 Kg without pedals.
Scott Addict 7.46 Kg without Pedals.

Hsea17
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-01-24, 06:12 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 3,758
Posted By hsea17

Something special here and as another poster gave...

Something special here and as another poster gave information about, Giant Japan listing the weight of the bikes while the rest of Giant's worldwide manufacturers/dealers use a lame excuse and do...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-01-24, 04:39 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 3,758
Posted By hsea17

At least until an accident last year I have done...

At least until an accident last year I have done some racing (age group Triathlon) and due to that a couple of the annual races have hills going up to 15 - 20% + gradient I can of experience tell you...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-01-24, 04:26 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 3,758
Posted By hsea17

:thumb: Scott Addict RC 20 here (Rim Brakes)....

:thumb: Scott Addict RC 20 here (Rim Brakes). 7.46 Kg
hsea17
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-01-24, 04:19 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 3,758
Posted By hsea17

:thumb: Hear hear

:thumb: Hear hear
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-31-24, 03:42 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 3,758
Posted By hsea17

No, it does not hold water. It's like saying that...

No, it does not hold water. It's like saying that when a car manufacturer states a weight for a certain model, spesific engine and size that they can't do it because maybe the buyer puts on different...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-30-24, 09:45 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 3,758
Posted By hsea17

Why do many bicycle manufacturers not list the weights on their bikes?

Hi!

I'm interested in buying the 2025 "New Giant TCR but neither that model or previous TCR models are listed with weight on the web in their specification. For me its like show me what you have...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
02-19-24, 09:02 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 807
Posted By hsea17

Thank you for replying. I will have at hand a...

Thank you for replying. I will have at hand a 100mm and 90mm stem so will try out for a while. Personally, I think a 100mm stem will be best choice, but time will tell:)
hsea17
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
02-17-24, 12:02 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 807
Posted By hsea17

2019 Scott Addict RC 20 – Specs, Comparisons,...

2019 Scott Addict RC 20 – Specs, Comparisons, Reviews – 99 Spokes (https://99spokes.com/en/bikes/scott/2019/addict-rc-20)

Only one complete bike left now due to me been travelling for a while....
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
01-23-24, 11:16 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 807
Posted By hsea17

Thanks for your reply. I have checked with the...

Thanks for your reply. I have checked with the bike dealer, and they say that, if necessary, I can change the stem and use a stem labeled OD2! As far as I know it's a carbon stem from Giant bikes. I...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
01-21-24, 06:26 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 807
Posted By hsea17

Yes, I can see it now, but it first popped up a...

Yes, I can see it now, but it first popped up a message that no size fits but the Scott Foil RC (HMX) they only have S size left which is probably the same as 52! But forgot to ask the shop if there...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
01-20-24, 10:28 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 807
Posted By hsea17

Thanks for replying. Just tried that sizing guide...

Thanks for replying. Just tried that sizing guide and "No Size fit you came up" :lol: However I can't find the bike in the archive (2018 Scott Foil RC (HMX rimbrake) I also have a option on a Addict...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
01-20-24, 05:01 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 807
Posted By hsea17

Bikefit on elderly rimbrake Scott Foil

Scott Foil RC 2018 | Bikes.Fan (https://bikes.fan/scott-foil-rc-2018/)

Allow me to ask those who can "read" more out of bike geometry and my own measurements than myself. Will the bike above in...
Forum: Triathlon
08-11-23, 01:24 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,026
Posted By hsea17

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4oGwgac-iBs ...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4oGwgac-iBs

I have one of these above and it make a total difference for me the few times I use my roadbike annually with aerobars.
hsea17
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-02-23, 09:56 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,284
Posted By hsea17

Well, at least I'm not the only one who shrinks....

Well, at least I'm not the only one who shrinks. ;) In military service as a 20-year-old I was measured at 5'77 now plus 40 years later I'm barely 5'65.
Btw, I've clearly been measuring seat height...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-29-23, 03:23 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,609
Posted By hsea17

Well when even the factory is a copy.....how do...

Well when even the factory is a copy.....how do we know,,,clothes ,frames etc,.
hsea17
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
03-13-23, 11:49 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,030
Posted By hsea17

I have tried the same thing. Set up the saddle as...

I have tried the same thing. Set up the saddle as recommended from their site, nearly 2 cm higher than my original position on a short bike ride this morning and as expected back pain now.
hsea17
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
03-13-23, 11:42 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,030
Posted By hsea17

:) Yes, I think I have shrunk as I get older. In...

:) Yes, I think I have shrunk as I get older. In military service I was measured at 175cm tall. Well thats 45 years ago :rolleyes: Inheritance, I think the men in the family have tended to sag a...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
03-12-23, 11:39 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,030
Posted By hsea17

Smile :) Hmm and I thought I was nearly normal :o...

:) Hmm and I thought I was nearly normal :o Height 172.5cm / Sternal Notch 142 cm / Inseam 84 cm / Arm length 64cm (average) / shoulder with 42cm / Fexibility 10 / Trunk 56cm / Forearm 36.5cm / Lower...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
03-11-23, 05:53 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,030
Posted By hsea17

Smile No we are all varieties and some more then...

No we are all varieties and some more then another that includes myself it seems!
10-12 years ago I had a "Retul - Fit" and I have more or less followed that measurement ever since. But a couple of...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
03-11-23, 02:36 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,030
Posted By hsea17

Smile Bikefit with Wrench Science bike fit

Hi! Are the measurements with wrenchscience technically correct in relation to general bicycle geometry and recommended to be used or only an indication as long as the measurement itself is carried...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-02-23, 09:09 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 6,144
Posted By hsea17

:) Update. I decided to stick to what I believe...

:) Update. I decided to stick to what I believe in and have experience with when it comes to frame size and geometry so for now it won't be a new bike, but had decided to change the crank arms from...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-26-23, 03:45 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,284
Posted By hsea17

I've just ordered crank arms on 170mm from my...

I've just ordered crank arms on 170mm from my bicycle dealer. Going from 172.5mm and when get them dealer told me to set up the saddle with 2.5mm :foo:. I want to try due to arthritis in one knee,...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-22-23, 06:13 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 6,144
Posted By hsea17

No, it's for my current bike. Trek Domane SL 6...

No, it's for my current bike. Trek Domane SL 6 has + 30mm stack and - 14mm reach vs Giant Tcr Adv.
Compare: 2022 Giant Bicycles TCR Advanced TCR Advanced 2 Pro Compact M vs 2021 Trek Bikes Domane SL...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-22-23, 09:12 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 6,144
Posted By hsea17

The stack on the Giant TCR comes out as 18mm...

The stack on the Giant TCR comes out as 18mm lower and the reach 10mm longer.
hsea17
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-22-23, 08:49 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 6,144
Posted By hsea17

No spacers just flipped the stem. Just found this...

No spacers just flipped the stem. Just found this webpage, new for me and will check what I can find out there regarding stack.
hsea17
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-22-23, 03:41 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 6,144
Posted By hsea17

Some 30 plus years ago and more flexible :) I...

Some 30 plus years ago and more flexible :) I could probably used the bike in both small and medium but today with a smaller size head tube on the Giant TCR I will get a head tube at 130mm and on my...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-21-23, 04:28 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 6,144
Posted By hsea17

Thank you for your feedback. Stem was what I had...

Thank you for your feedback. Stem was what I had in mind myself, but it's good to hear it from someone who probably know more about this than myself. But as I'm not too eager to start with immediate...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-21-23, 02:41 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 6,144
Posted By hsea17

As I am not a specialist in bicycle geometry, I...

As I am not a specialist in bicycle geometry, I have a question for those of you who are well acquainted with bicycle geometry and modifications! As mentioned before, the relevant Giant TCR comes...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-20-23, 06:06 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 6,144
Posted By hsea17

Yes, I have looked at Defy advanced 0 and Defy...

Yes, I have looked at Defy advanced 0 and Defy Advanced Pro and as you mentioned they have more endurance oriented geometry but the cable routing of some of the models and more than a kilo heavier...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-20-23, 04:02 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 6,144
Posted By hsea17

I think I mentioned it before in the tread but...

I think I mentioned it before in the tread but this is the bike I should like to buy.......but but, top tube is 15mm-20mm longer and so are the head tube length compare to my exsisting bike which fit...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-19-23, 05:32 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 6,144
Posted By hsea17

Bike weight controll checked yesterday 9.4Kg...

Bike weight controll checked yesterday 9.4Kg included Ultegra pedals, pump bracket and water bottle bracket.
hsea17
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-18-23, 05:59 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 6,144
Posted By hsea17

Hello again! Hmm :rolleyes: maybe I exaggerated a...

Hello again! Hmm :rolleyes: maybe I exaggerated a bit when I said the bike was like a power lift to carry down/up a flight of stairs. No, it's not that bad, but at this age I feel like have some...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-16-23, 07:14 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 6,144
Posted By hsea17

Time for the moderators to close this tread...

Time for the moderators to close this tread before it slips out for more irrelevant nonsense answers. I have received some valuable input and take them with me.:)
hsea17
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-16-23, 09:33 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 6,144
Posted By hsea17

I have one already gold plated that goes well...

I have one already gold plated that goes well with my 24 Karat "only when riding" bicycle necklace and ankle chain.;)
hsea17
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-16-23, 09:23 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 6,144
Posted By hsea17

Absolutely agree. Is this the Giant you refer to...

Absolutely agree. Is this the Giant you refer to above Giant TCR Advanced Pro 1 Disc (2021) review - BikeRadar...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-13-23, 09:34 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 6,144
Posted By hsea17

Thanks for all the posts. I agree with all of...

Thanks for all the posts. I agree with all of your opinions:). From those who don't believe that a lighter bike makes me faster to those who say "treat yourself and stretch it to the point that you...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-11-23, 02:12 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 6,144
Posted By hsea17

Yes, but seriously sometimes when I go down the...

Yes, but seriously sometimes when I go down the stairs before 6 am with a bike in one hand and shoes in the other (fortunately only from the second floor), 9Kg + is heavy enough and I don't even want...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-10-23, 11:12 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 6,144
Posted By hsea17

The importance of bicycle weight for the fifty plus

Would there be any benefits for a man well over 60 who exercises regularly but varies the week between slow jogging/swimming and cycling 3-5 hours with a lighter bike except when I carry it up the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-01-23, 06:29 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 392
Posted By hsea17

Thanks for replying. Got it. The bikes, observed...

Thanks for replying. Got it. The bikes, observed just now, have also different specs from one continent to another one so I throw in the towel on this one. However and at least where Im located one...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-01-23, 03:11 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 392
Posted By hsea17

Giant TCR 2 disc SE vs Giant TCR Advanced Pro 2 disc

Hi

Anyone own or have knowledge about the difference include weight on the above. I have got an offer on both bikes the SE for US 2000,- and the advanced Pro 2 US 2400,- Im looking for a bike with...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-26-22, 06:54 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,945
Posted By hsea17

:o Hmm... maybe switching from an aluminum seat...

:o Hmm... maybe switching from an aluminum seat post to a straight carbon seat post wasn't as smart as I hoped.... On the plus side, it's 200 grams lighter and takes away a bit more shock/vibration...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-15-22, 04:01 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,945
Posted By hsea17

Thanks for the reply. Have ordered this SAC-2...

Thanks for the reply. Have ordered this SAC-2 SuperGrip™ Carbon and Alloy Assembly Compound | Park Tool (https://www.parktool.com/en-int/product/supergrip-carbon-and-alloy-assembly-compound-sac-2)...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-13-22, 08:04 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,945
Posted By hsea17

Thanks. The bike dealer says grease when the...

Thanks. The bike dealer says grease when the frame is aluminium. I have the "shimano" grease in my small bike tool box and I have seen "Parktool" carbon paste available on some online websites in...
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