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Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-02-23, 09:05 AM
Replies: 3,247
Views: 417,058
Posted By jcbenten

I am 61 and no heroics in my riding style...so...

I am 61 and no heroics in my riding style...so tape, which is light, FTW!

I purchased the bike off ebay and it came from an ex-cross racer with Cole tubulars. Essentially I paid for the wheels...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-02-23, 08:06 AM
Replies: 3,247
Views: 417,058
Posted By jcbenten

Thanks for all the replies... I did not not...

Thanks for all the replies...

I did not not know about the regs. Thank you for that.

I did find 38mm on Dugast and Challenger. Have to see if anyone in the US carries Dugast.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-01-23, 06:31 PM
Replies: 3,247
Views: 417,058
Posted By jcbenten

I picked up a Cross bike about a year ago and it...

I picked up a Cross bike about a year ago and it came with Tubular wheels. I ride pretty much indoors but am seeing a bunch of organized gravel rides and am thinking I want to give it a go.
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-10-22, 07:51 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,834
Posted By jcbenten

I PM'ed you. Thanks Boby!

I PM'ed you. Thanks Boby!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-06-22, 06:41 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,834
Posted By jcbenten

I would love a handful of grommets. PM me with a...

I would love a handful of grommets. PM me with a cost when you think you have a working model and I will order. Thanks!

PS- Sorry it took me so long to respond...I am JCBENTEN (no "o" and so no...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-24-22, 08:10 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,834
Posted By jcbenten

Seems to be a very low density metal matrix that...

Seems to be a very low density metal matrix that corrodes from water and salt. Even moisture in the atomosphere. Mine have turned greenish/black but not always. Seems to be too light for copper...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-24-22, 05:43 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,834
Posted By jcbenten

boby I was able to pick one up from Bikes...

boby
I was able to pick one up from Bikes Direct...which is where I purchased the bike originally. (Cost $15 but also got a flask.....i.e., he forced a purchase of a flask and threw in the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-17-22, 09:52 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,209
Posted By jcbenten

According to this review, QR it is:...

According to this review, QR it is: https://road.cc/content/review/giant-toughroad-slr-1-2021-285285
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-16-22, 06:45 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,834
Posted By jcbenten

Wouldn't a CAD/3D Model file be required? Or is...

Wouldn't a CAD/3D Model file be required? Or is there cost effective scanning software?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-16-21, 01:23 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,834
Posted By jcbenten

As an update, I have had much time to work on...

As an update, I have had much time to work on this due to life events, but have learned it appears the same grommets were used on the RT800/900/1000. I have also found Specialized parts on...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-03-21, 08:15 AM
Replies: 5,455
Views: 3,892,301
Posted By jcbenten

Picked this up off of ebay...1x Force with...

Picked this up off of ebay...1x Force with e*thirteen 9-34 cassette, Cole T38 tubulars...nice ride...love the shifting of the Force. Need to add my Arione......
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-02-21, 10:21 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,402
Posted By jcbenten

I did a quick spin when I first assembled the...

I did a quick spin when I first assembled the bike from shipping and found the 40x9 was more than enough...I had been thinking of going to a 44...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-02-21, 09:07 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,834
Posted By jcbenten

I sent this to the bike shop two weeks ago when...

I sent this to the bike shop two weeks ago when they initially told me about the issue (in for a different reason). Supposedly they ordered something and tried and it did not work. I will pick the...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-02-21, 08:17 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,402
Posted By jcbenten

As a follow up, I rode the trainer last night...

As a follow up, I rode the trainer last night with no issues. I must say a modern Force RD shifts much better than the 10-year old version on my Kestrel. Now just have to fix the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-01-21, 07:50 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,834
Posted By jcbenten

Cable Frame Grommets

I have a 2007 Kestrel RT700 (essentially the same as the RT800 & RT900 that followed). I am in search of the frame cable grommets that corrode and disintegrate over time. I had a stash but that is...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-01-21, 08:05 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,402
Posted By jcbenten

More than likely it is just me. But the videos...

More than likely it is just me. But the videos on Youtube I watched implied different bolt lengths and, more importantly, different thread specifications (fine vs not-so-fine/almost coarse). For...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-01-21, 07:16 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,402
Posted By jcbenten

I picked up the SunRace 11-28. The bike, a...

I picked up the SunRace 11-28. The bike, a Reven Voltage, has 1xForce with a 40-tooth chainring and the e*thirteen 9-34. I put everything together last night and it is now mounted on the trailer...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-27-21, 07:07 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,402
Posted By jcbenten

Thanks for the reply. Bike will have an 11-speed...

Thanks for the reply. Bike will have an 11-speed RD...

I ordered a standard 11-speed cassette.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-26-21, 06:42 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,402
Posted By jcbenten

Cassette spacing

I have been a road biker for years but never made it past 10 cogs and i do a lot of riding on my trainer (Saris H3). I just purchased a cross bike that has an XD drive and an E-Thirteen 9-34...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-08-10, 09:27 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,021
Posted By jcbenten

Waterford also does a 953 frame. The...

Waterford also does a 953 frame.

The difficulty with 953 and Ti are the welds. If oxygen gets into the weld then it could eventually fail. Otherwise for the purposes of this poll I would vote...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-08-10, 09:17 AM
Replies: 21,338
Views: 5,196,368
Posted By jcbenten

12-23 Cassette (from 11-25). Hardly ever used 11...

12-23 Cassette (from 11-25). Hardly ever used 11 or 25 and really wanted a 16 and a 18 cog.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-08-10, 09:15 AM
Replies: 319
Views: 14,394
Posted By jcbenten

Not with a $100K tuition bill.

Not with a $100K tuition bill.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-26-10, 04:27 AM
Replies: 319
Views: 14,394
Posted By jcbenten

Campy 11-speed?

Campy 11-speed?
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
01-25-10, 04:09 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 713
Posted By jcbenten

The CS300 has bike functions (no power calc...

The CS300 has bike functions (no power calc though) and is compatible with all the equipment at my gym. The spin bikes where I go do not have HR or any electronic capability thought the excercise...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
01-16-09, 02:25 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 897
Posted By jcbenten

Do you mean the VDO Z3 PC? I could not find the...

Do you mean the VDO Z3 PC? I could not find the P-series.

I have the Z3 PC and I like it a lot. In addition to the attributes you list, the Z3 also has power but you must have the cadence...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-12-09, 12:16 PM
Replies: 192
Views: 14,574
Posted By jcbenten

Where is the power meter?

Where is the power meter?
Forum: Road Cycling
01-08-09, 06:03 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 800
Posted By jcbenten

I have never replaced a chain except when...

I have never replaced a chain except when upgrading a group. I My last bike I had for 15+ years and upgraded from 8-speed to 9-speed so had a chain change. I have only contemplated changing my...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
01-08-09, 05:54 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 602
Posted By jcbenten

VDO Z-series. The Z2&3 come in a PC version that...

VDO Z-series. The Z2&3 come in a PC version that is relatively simple to connect to a PC and you get more data than you can probably use.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
01-07-09, 11:15 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,137
Posted By jcbenten

I bought the Z3PC back in Nov/Dec and have been...

I bought the Z3PC back in Nov/Dec and have been using it on the trainer. I have not taken it on the road yet.

So far it seems to be working pretty well. I mounted the speed sensor on the back...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-03-08, 08:03 AM
Replies: 134
Views: 5,000
Posted By jcbenten

A Kestrel thread?

A Kestrel thread?
Forum: Road Cycling
11-21-08, 08:09 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,028
Posted By jcbenten

I have Specialized Carbon-soled shoes that have...

I have Specialized Carbon-soled shoes that have some arch. Love 'em. Took awhile to acclimate but I like them more than my Sidis now.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-14-08, 11:06 AM
Replies: 135
Views: 5,381
Posted By jcbenten

Why don't I do this more often? Maybe I can get...

Why don't I do this more often?
Maybe I can get in shape enough to race?
Then at the end of the ride: I rode too hard.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-15-08, 05:34 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 575
Posted By jcbenten

I rode 175s for years and switched to 172.5 when...

I rode 175s for years and switched to 172.5 when I bought a bike at the beginning of the year. My knees are thanking me but I am still adjusting to going up hill. I am a grinder and the cadence...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-16-08, 09:18 AM
Replies: 138
Views: 5,173
Posted By jcbenten

Am I "mad"? I am not the one with >20K...

Am I "mad"? I am not the one with >20K posts.:innocent:
Forum: Road Cycling
09-16-08, 09:09 AM
Replies: 138
Views: 5,173
Posted By jcbenten

I didn't like the R3 or the Soloist. Loved the...

I didn't like the R3 or the Soloist. Loved the Guru Geneo and Kestrel RT700. I hope you do well on the Cervelo. Or whatever you ride. You gonna race the MB?
Forum: Road Cycling
09-16-08, 09:00 AM
Replies: 138
Views: 5,173
Posted By jcbenten

Pretty bike. I do not like how Cervelo rides, as...

Pretty bike. I do not like how Cervelo rides, as you noted, but they make a pretty, puposeful bike.

The only way I race you is if you carry 55 lbs of extra weight. Actually will be in NY early...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-16-08, 08:47 AM
Replies: 138
Views: 5,173
Posted By jcbenten

Cervelo?? What happened to the Cannondale, The...

Cervelo?? What happened to the Cannondale, The Ride of The Gods??
Forum: Road Cycling
09-15-08, 01:27 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 4,834
Posted By jcbenten

Oooohhh!! Bad day for you? You missed the...

Oooohhh!! Bad day for you? You missed the point. As for the poor proofreading, well, sometimes one cannot always get A's.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-15-08, 01:13 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 4,834
Posted By jcbenten

Inexpensive Chinese stamped steal?

Inexpensive Chinese stamped steal?
Forum: Road Cycling
09-05-08, 01:25 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 14,671
Posted By jcbenten

As often as the sensors drop out (mine do anyway)...

As often as the sensors drop out (mine do anyway) who cares who changes the battery?
Forum: Road Cycling
09-04-08, 09:13 AM
Replies: 209
Views: 12,798
Posted By jcbenten

Well, 8 hour rides will sap the energy:roflmao2: ...

Well, 8 hour rides will sap the energy:roflmao2:

umd: I am not an expert at HR performance but hitting 95% early in a 8 hr ride may not be the best thing to do. At least for me. Unless you have...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-26-08, 09:30 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 4,748
Posted By jcbenten

I love Greece. But all I did was drink beer and...

I love Greece. But all I did was drink beer and eat lamb chops out on the islands.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-26-08, 09:04 AM
Replies: 131
Views: 7,247
Posted By jcbenten

More air flow on the bottles on the frame. In...

More air flow on the bottles on the frame. In your pocket your body blocks the air from pulling the cold out of the bottle. BLT Baby!!! (BLT= Boundary Layer Theory)
Forum: Road Cycling
08-26-08, 09:01 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,855
Posted By jcbenten

Try starting slow, maintain, and increase tempo...

Try starting slow, maintain, and increase tempo at the top.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-08-08, 12:32 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,049
Posted By jcbenten

Did you jump the gun?? Cool pic.

Did you jump the gun?? Cool pic.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-08-08, 12:30 PM
Replies: 177
Views: 67,928
Posted By jcbenten

6'2" 33" inseam 57 cm tt 110 mm stem ...

6'2"
33" inseam

57 cm tt
110 mm stem

My height is in my neck and fat head so my torso is not all that long, nor are my arms. If they were "normal", I would be closer to 5'11" or 6'.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
08-08-08, 07:27 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,041
Posted By jcbenten

Corrected. Nice bike. Love the color.

Corrected.

Nice bike. Love the color.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-08-08, 07:17 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 647
Posted By jcbenten

Send it to me.

Send it to me.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-08-08, 07:15 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,390
Posted By jcbenten

Hammer Chocolate and Power Bar/Gel Caramel

Hammer Chocolate and Power Bar/Gel Caramel
Forum: Road Cycling
08-08-08, 07:09 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,733
Posted By jcbenten

Red stem.

Red stem.
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