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Forum: Road Cycling
09-24-09, 05:50 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 552
Posted By TrippleB

Red and Force cranks are now the...

Red and Force cranks are now the same....difference is the chainrings (red's are stiffer, force's are more durable....supposedly)

price difference is the standard BB vs ceramic BB

105 cranks...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-22-09, 10:03 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 6,160
Posted By TrippleB

Pedro's Syn (wet and late fall/winter/early...

Pedro's Syn (wet and late fall/winter/early spring grimey roads, good to go right away)
Pedro's Ice Wax (summer, requires an hour to set)
TriFlow (good for pivot points on mechs and chain but...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
09-08-09, 06:16 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,604
Posted By TrippleB

hmmm maybe i am on the crack pipe, and...

hmmm

maybe i am on the crack pipe, and maybe i spend too much on tires...but to avoid punctures (or to make myself feel better) I used to drop some extra coin on my clinchers (I only run tubies...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-08-09, 06:03 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 4,586
Posted By TrippleB

cat 5 to cat 3 in 8 months.... 2 beers...

cat 5 to cat 3 in 8 months....

2 beers every night, never more than 3
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
09-08-09, 02:10 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,604
Posted By TrippleB

really, were all those replacements close in...

really, were all those replacements close in milage to each other? because if so, you have made my point.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-08-09, 09:30 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 481
Posted By TrippleB

planet x

planet x
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
09-08-09, 07:29 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,604
Posted By TrippleB

i am talking about the wheels try running...

i am talking about the wheels

try running more durable tires. tire durability is an entirely different issue. there are great training tires available for tubulars, but thanks to people choosing...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
09-08-09, 05:18 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,604
Posted By TrippleB

please consider tubulars for your race wheels! ...

please consider tubulars for your race wheels!

aside from all of the performance benefits, you will have more control if you puncture, which is something everyone around you will appreciate in a...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-02-09, 08:52 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,279
Posted By TrippleB

neither, go with Hed's Ardennes or Bastones

neither, go with Hed's Ardennes or Bastones
Forum: Road Cycling
09-02-09, 07:17 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,180
Posted By TrippleB

yes they did, which is a silly comprimise to the...

yes they did, which is a silly comprimise to the consumer. while most consumers seem to want small ring trim, they should be informed about how it negatively impacts your drivetrain system. firstly,...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-01-09, 11:22 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,572
Posted By TrippleB

you are right in your observation that carbon...

you are right in your observation that carbon clinchers are harder on tires. the heat transfer of the carbon rim to the tire wears out the bead faster.

keep in mind that after several thousand...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-01-09, 11:03 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,180
Posted By TrippleB

I currently have a mix of Force and Red. ...

I currently have a mix of Force and Red.

Shifters:
Red and 2010 Force are very similar except for three design features. (1) Force does not have zero loss on the rear derailleur shifter, only...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-01-09, 11:49 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,712
Posted By TrippleB

BBs are ment to be ridden until they turn into...

BBs are ment to be ridden until they turn into dust then replaced somewhat regularly, just like chains, tires, cleats, cogs and chainrings.

Pros change out their BBs several times a year.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-31-09, 10:02 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,510
Posted By TrippleB

I run the GP 4000 tubulars and love em. I trust...

I run the GP 4000 tubulars and love em. I trust them enough to train on them in the rain and over dirt roads.

Performance wise, they are excellent.

I have a few friends who run the GP 4000...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-28-09, 06:04 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 784
Posted By TrippleB

Conti 4000 is an awesome tubular. Great grip in...

Conti 4000 is an awesome tubular. Great grip in both dry and wet, and excellent durability. I train daily on them. The conti is a 22mm tire.

I haven't ridden the evo corsa, but I hear that while...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-27-09, 12:48 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,156
Posted By TrippleB

Oh my.

Oh my.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-27-09, 05:28 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,195
Posted By TrippleB

looks like a clear coat scratch....clear coat is...

looks like a clear coat scratch....clear coat is a thick layer (almost a full millimeter), have seen alot of CF bikes with clear coat /paint scratches that people initially thought were CF cracks
Forum: Road Cycling
08-27-09, 05:24 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 840
Posted By TrippleB

did you just ask an online forum community for...

did you just ask an online forum community for advice on how to dress yourself?
Forum: Road Cycling
08-27-09, 05:10 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 10,946
Posted By TrippleB

if you are worried about your new cf bike wearing...

if you are worried about your new cf bike wearing out (like an S2 for example), then you can always buy a cheap bike to ride around and train on (like a motobecane for example).....hmmmm i think i...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-26-09, 10:22 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,560
Posted By TrippleB

damn price pointing....can't they just offer a...

damn price pointing....can't they just offer a full sram force in the middle, a full dura ace or red at the top and a rival or ultegra at the bottom...

or just sell the frame and let me do it!
Forum: Road Cycling
08-25-09, 05:59 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 8,925
Posted By TrippleB

he is talking about the sound of the faring...

he is talking about the sound of the faring cutting through the wind.

a rider will barely hear his aero wheels, but those next to him will hear that distinctive sound of the faring slicing the...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-22-09, 04:15 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,593
Posted By TrippleB

carbon clinchers are good, but keep in mind that...

carbon clinchers are good, but keep in mind that a carbon clincher rim will heat up your tire more on hot days and under heavy braking. this can lead to an increased chance of a pinch flat, blowout...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-22-09, 04:21 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,002
Posted By TrippleB

http://www.karbona.com/pro-b-1-5.htm#

http://www.karbona.com/pro-b-1-5.htm#
Forum: Road Cycling
08-20-09, 02:24 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 596
Posted By TrippleB

sram wheels = flashpoints = zipp rims with non...

sram wheels = flashpoints = zipp rims with non zipp hubs and spokes to reduce the price
Forum: Road Cycling
08-19-09, 08:45 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,797
Posted By TrippleB

just wipe it off after every ride...use a little...

just wipe it off after every ride...use a little degreaser every week

lube before every ride

be prepared to replace every 1500-2000 miles

if you love to ride and race $350 on chains every...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-19-09, 10:23 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 782
Posted By TrippleB

use tufo extreme with my conti gp4000s and it...

use tufo extreme with my conti gp4000s and it works great
Forum: Road Cycling
08-18-09, 10:07 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,623
Posted By TrippleB

that's why i said that choosing crank size is...

that's why i said that choosing crank size is 100% all about the fit to your body
Forum: Road Cycling
08-18-09, 10:04 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 736
Posted By TrippleB

put on new tape or glue strengthen your...

put on new tape or glue

strengthen your hands and arms and tubies are a breeze to work with
Forum: Road Cycling
08-18-09, 10:03 AM
Replies: 259
Views: 11,922
Posted By TrippleB

in the words of eric cartman: "i hate those @#$%^...

in the words of eric cartman: "i hate those @#$%^ hippies."
Forum: Road Cycling
08-18-09, 05:56 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,623
Posted By TrippleB

you need to use cranks that fit your body...

you need to use cranks that fit your body geometry.

2.5mm on the crank arm changes your pedaling circle by over 3%

by giving up some leverage you can 1) significantly reduce the travel...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-17-09, 09:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 444
Posted By TrippleB

thompson elite aluminum post....200g...you can...

thompson elite aluminum post....200g...you can cut it shorter/lighter...will last a long time...very bling imo
Forum: Road Cycling
08-17-09, 09:07 PM
Replies: 542
Views: 32,127
Posted By TrippleB

oh i use a Shimano DA7801 chain for sure

oh i use a Shimano DA7801 chain for sure
Forum: Road Cycling
08-17-09, 09:04 PM
Replies: 542
Views: 32,127
Posted By TrippleB

hard for me to say what is better. there is...

hard for me to say what is better. there is always hype in marketing, and reviews should be taken with a large dose of salt. the best solution is to get out there and test the gear first hand.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-17-09, 07:59 PM
Replies: 542
Views: 32,127
Posted By TrippleB

before i go into deal i must say that campy is...

before i go into deal i must say that campy is like a bugatti veyron. it is the epitome of performance and refinement. you get character, perfomance and luxury. red is like a stripped down 911...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-17-09, 10:58 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,854
Posted By TrippleB

if you want to go fast you need ride a lot. ...

if you want to go fast you need ride a lot.

if you ride a lot you will end up riding in the rain.

whether you ride in the rain or not your components will wear out.

if you make an effort...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
08-14-09, 05:03 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,244
Posted By TrippleB

http://www.vandesselsports.com/hellafaster.html

http://www.vandesselsports.com/hellafaster.html
Forum: Road Cycling
08-13-09, 08:21 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,831
Posted By TrippleB

aluminum is for making beer cans not bikes :p ...

aluminum is for making beer cans not bikes :p

go with the bike that fits the engine better. it's the engine that makes you go not the bike.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-13-09, 08:19 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 339
Posted By TrippleB

42cm

42cm
Forum: Road Cycling
08-13-09, 08:18 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,684
Posted By TrippleB

use swiss stop pads on your ultegra brakes and...

use swiss stop pads on your ultegra brakes and you will stop better (be sure to clean your pads and rims to maintian solid performance)

i have red brakes on one bike and ultegra on another, they...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-13-09, 08:15 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,024
Posted By TrippleB

clean and lube your chain daily; replace when...

clean and lube your chain daily;
replace when it's at 1% stretch;
always check the indexing of your gears before you ride and tighten/losen shifting cables accordingly;

do this and you will...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-12-09, 06:26 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 5,558
Posted By TrippleB

^^^actually specialized frames are made by Giant

^^^actually specialized frames are made by Giant
Forum: Road Cycling
08-07-09, 01:56 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 762
Posted By TrippleB

Pedal Force http://pedalforce.com/online/ ...

Pedal Force http://pedalforce.com/online/

Van Dessel http://www.vandesselsports.com/
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
08-07-09, 11:55 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,033
Posted By TrippleB

lol, not in NY...in fact I have a teammate who...

lol, not in NY...in fact I have a teammate who should auto up to 3 and those jerks andy and paul won't let him!!! so he punishes the $#@$% outa the 4s
Forum: Road Cycling
08-07-09, 10:49 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 8,184
Posted By TrippleB

just get a pedal force for the extra $300...

just get a pedal force

for the extra $300 you get a better carbon 3k finish and a warranty
Forum: Road Cycling
08-05-09, 11:33 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 6,983
Posted By TrippleB

i will be there saturday, but i don't know if we...

i will be there saturday, but i don't know if we are going to settle anything my crit machine is a weighty (by NY standards) van dessel with heavy williams 58 tubies...probably similar overall to...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-05-09, 10:52 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 6,983
Posted By TrippleB

diziet despite the fact that i have never argued...

diziet despite the fact that i have never argued the large effects of drag and gravity on effort you seem to have the need to pad your response regarding weight with science that is simple, obvious...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-05-09, 08:42 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,412
Posted By TrippleB

@ 2WheelFury $2.25 for a 30g cage on ebay...

@ 2WheelFury

$2.25 for a 30g cage on ebay vs $8.00 for a plastic one

stuff sells itself

truth be told....i am tempted to get one of those frames on ebay they look strangely familiar
here...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-05-09, 08:18 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 6,983
Posted By TrippleB

some basic physics @diziet ...

some basic physics @diziet
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rotational_energy

how about you use your PhD in wiki a little more effectively chief

and just in case you can't see the links:...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-05-09, 08:07 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 530
Posted By TrippleB

I ride and race a 2007 4.5. The carbon on the...

I ride and race a 2007 4.5. The carbon on the frame is fine. The 105/Ultegra mix is also good but the stock brakes and wheels are lousy.

The geometry runs on the small side so you should be ok...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-05-09, 04:48 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 350
Posted By TrippleB

yeah it's too long, but it's not a severe...

yeah it's too long, but it's not a severe problem.

this is a simple fix you can do yourself if you are so mechanically inclined

you will need a cable cutter and a new cable end stop
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