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09-16-22, 02:44 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 327
Posted By supernova87a

Ah interesting, thanks for the info! So do...

Ah interesting, thanks for the info!

So do you mean that when riders are doing jumps / downhill, their shoe soles touch those platform wings and give more contact for stability, but otherwise most...
09-16-22, 01:28 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 327
Posted By supernova87a

Why are pedals shaped so differently for different types of riding?

Maybe this is a dumb beginner's question (and please feel free to direct me to some existing thread) -- but I'm curious if you look here at Shimano's lineup: ...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-20-22, 05:09 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,669
Posted By supernova87a

It's the additional $ charge on the full built...

It's the additional $ charge on the full built bike, using T47 BB.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-20-22, 12:58 PM
Forum: Road Cycling
07-20-22, 11:18 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,669
Posted By supernova87a

Thanks -- No, given that I have been...

Thanks --

No, given that I have been relatively happy with my current old Trek 5500 bike for so long, and I"m not a diehard racer or bike mechanic myself, I doubt I would be upgrading my bike...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-20-22, 10:47 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,669
Posted By supernova87a

Not that this is an important consideration, but...

Not that this is an important consideration, but why would Litespeed do this? Just an upsell opportunity, given that people are willing to pay? I read into it, if they offer a standard PF by...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-20-22, 09:53 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,669
Posted By supernova87a

Thanks, I'm back (morning) and just want to...

Thanks, I'm back (morning) and just want to clarify for everyone reading, the default model comes with PF30, and is offering a T47 for $250.

I guess the cost of this is because they need to take...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-20-22, 04:09 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,669
Posted By supernova87a

Thanks -- Not sure if I'm reading your...

Thanks --

Not sure if I'm reading your reply right, maybe you can confirm, their using modern standards is the default option that comes with the bike, and paying them extra for the T47 is the...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-20-22, 12:50 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,669
Posted By supernova87a

Worth it to preemptively pay extra for threaded BB option on new road bike?

Hi all,

On a new Ti road bike from Litespeed, I have the option to request at the time of purchase a T47 bottom bracket, which I understand is a threaded BB and the main reason I'd want to do this...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-02-22, 01:25 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,126
Posted By supernova87a

Would anyone have suggestions about what parts...

Would anyone have suggestions about what parts sites to look at for these in the US? Thanks!
Forum: Road Cycling
06-30-22, 02:56 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,126
Posted By supernova87a

Apologies, my use of the word "distracting" in...

Apologies, my use of the word "distracting" in the OP was a little confusing. I was trying to convey that I find the hype/discussion about disc brakes distracting and not the most important issue for...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-29-22, 02:54 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,126
Posted By supernova87a

Thanks! Yes, I doubt I need to worry about...

Thanks!

Yes, I doubt I need to worry about extremely steep hills, and I'm not generally going out to ride on purpose in rain.

I always had a puzzle over why disc brakes were said to be...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-29-22, 02:36 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,126
Posted By supernova87a

Thanks -- that is a good point, whether I lock...

Thanks -- that is a good point, whether I lock myself into (or out of) certain upgrades in the future. But my guess is that I will not really reach a level of performance where that is a concern. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-29-22, 12:26 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,126
Posted By supernova87a

Fortunately I doubt I am at that level of...

Fortunately I doubt I am at that level of lightweight hardware requirements to make the difference in how I perform!
Forum: Road Cycling
06-29-22, 12:05 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,126
Posted By supernova87a

Thanks! I am right now thinking strongly of...

Thanks!

I am right now thinking strongly of a Litespeed Ultegra Di2 + rim brakes that is showing at ~$4200 with a July4 discount.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-29-22, 12:00 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,126
Posted By supernova87a

Yes, thanks for that suggestion! In that case,...

Yes, thanks for that suggestion! In that case, there are plenty of conventional choices for me like Trek Domane and Specialized Roubaix. I guess I just have to let my disc brake aversion /...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-29-22, 11:46 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,126
Posted By supernova87a

What to consider for carbon/titanium/other bike WITH Di2 and WITHOUT disc brakes?

Perhaps this is an odd or impossible request at this stage of road bike development, but it has been a long time since I bought one, and I'm not (yet) a fan of disc brakes. I just think they're...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-14-20, 02:57 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 10,986
Posted By supernova87a

So is there something, or nothing, to the idea...

So is there something, or nothing, to the idea some suggested above the a 20 year old carbon frame will have "worn out its smooth-riding life" and be a harsher ride now (as I interpreted the idea to...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-10-20, 12:35 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 10,986
Posted By supernova87a

I guess I really need to try out some varieties...

I guess I really need to try out some varieties of stiffness, weight, and see how it compares to my current bike! I actually don't have much comparison experience for how different bikes differ in...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-08-20, 10:15 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 10,986
Posted By supernova87a

Ah sorry, forgot to mention that info eariler. I...

Ah sorry, forgot to mention that info eariler. I was more looking at the frame style and components. My current bike is 56cm, but I could go up to 58 (have ridden on other friends' bikes 58, no...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-08-20, 06:32 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 10,986
Posted By supernova87a

Thanks for all the comments! I remember why I...

Thanks for all the comments! I remember why I loved visiting here in the first place.

I definitely will go to the LBS and look at test riding some new bikes anyway, along with asking them about...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-08-20, 02:12 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 10,986
Posted By supernova87a

That 1" to 1 1/8" conversion is pretty...

That 1" to 1 1/8" conversion is pretty interesting! How would I tell for sure that mine is 1" (older, I guess?). What I gather is that if I don't do this, I'm stuck looking for vintage forks?
...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-08-20, 12:40 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 10,986
Posted By supernova87a

Thanks for all those thoughts -- good to know...

Thanks for all those thoughts -- good to know that some things are not leaving me behind in the dust! I agree about the new fat tires -- seems everyone gained size in old age (lol). And I too...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-08-20, 10:45 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 10,986
Posted By supernova87a

Thanks for all these ideas! I think I would be...

Thanks for all these ideas! I think I would be willing to upgrade to the tune of $500-700. More than that, and yes I see how it would be basically making the jump to get a new bike almost!
The...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-08-20, 01:40 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 10,986
Posted By supernova87a

Bought my carbon bike 18 years ago now, time for new? or how to refresh it?

Hi all -- how time flies. Nearly 18 years ago, I was here on this forum asking advice about road bikes, and I bought my first nice Trek carbon model (used 1997? Trek 5500). Btw, it was a hoot to come...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-24-04, 01:12 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 365
Posted By supernova87a

can triple/double use same STI shifter?

A friend is trying to upgrade his touring bike with some old ultegra 600 shifters, which I pulled off an old double chainring bike for him. Will these work with a triple chainring? Or are the STI...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-19-04, 09:57 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 4,845
Posted By supernova87a

are we getting suckered by tire prices?

Sometimes I look at bike tire prices and think -- for $20 more, I could just about buy a cheap tire for my *car*.

Are the tire makers taking advantage of a group willing to easily part with...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-08-04, 12:34 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,166
Posted By supernova87a

don't wish to put a damper on enthusiasm, but I...

don't wish to put a damper on enthusiasm, but I would suggest doing some research on the business of bike shops before you dive in.

Particularly, how many bike shops fold within a year, for...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-08-04, 12:28 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,166
Posted By supernova87a

If she was very apologetic and it was not her...

If she was very apologetic and it was not her fault, why boycott that bike shop forever? Sounds like a shop owner concerned with its customers. It was just one employee -- just avoid that guy next...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-03-04, 03:03 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 291
Posted By supernova87a

aussie friends -- where to go biking for 6 days?

Hello friends in Australia --

I've got about 6 days vacation after an upcoming trip for work in Sydney late March. Do you have any suggestions on where is an enjoyable place to spend this time...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-23-04, 01:35 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 847
Posted By supernova87a

where can I find a new or used Rolf hub?

Hi all, would any of you be able to point me to a place to buy a new or used Rolf rear hub (for Vector Comp pro) which would fit a shimano 9 cassette? These seem to be rather rare as I search on the...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-22-04, 09:44 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,105
Posted By supernova87a

yes, planet bike 9.0 is a great computer --...

yes, planet bike 9.0 is a great computer -- everything displayed in one screen simultaneously. hardly need to touch it during the ride. nice big letters.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-10-04, 12:45 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,042
Posted By supernova87a

let me just ask some clarifying points: I am...

let me just ask some clarifying points:

I am not a very experienced biker, so maybe this will explain why I also fail to understand what you wanted from the LBS guy. You asked the LBS shop for a...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-29-04, 01:14 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 516
Posted By supernova87a

why are bike makers so bad at informing about yearly design changes??

This is a point that has aggravated me when looking for used bikes and even new ones. How come the big bike manufacturers have no simple page on their website detailing how each model has changed...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-23-04, 04:05 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,535
Posted By supernova87a

field guide to cyclists: "By their lycra you'll know them"

NYT, September 24, 2000, Sunday, Late Edition - Final
By CARL SOMMERS

THIS is a popular time of year to hit the road for long bike rides held to
raise money for good causes or just to get...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-20-04, 12:02 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,104
Posted By supernova87a

" In the January 2004 issue of Cycling Plus, the...

" In the January 2004 issue of Cycling Plus, the Guess RB1 won huge praise and is in a similar price range."

Where can we find out more info about this Guess RB1 bike, and how much it costs?
Forum: Road Cycling
01-17-04, 09:14 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,313
Posted By supernova87a

affordable "colored" tires?

Hi all, can you give me some advice on tires?

It's time for me to get some new tires I think, and I really like the kind with a bright yellow/red/or blue stripe in the rubber. As you can see...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-12-04, 09:41 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,185
Posted By supernova87a

From my short experience as a new rider looking...

From my short experience as a new rider looking for cheaper bikes, I suggest Ebay. If you do a search on Lemond Tourmalet, Specialized Allez, and Trek 2300, and other similar bikes, and have it...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-04-04, 05:38 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 18,257
Posted By supernova87a

old trek 2200 carbon, can you tell me anything about it?

Hi all,

I am thinking about buying a cheap trek 2200 frame for a low price to build up myself, but have some reservations about it. Can you help me with any information? here is a picture of...
12-19-03, 03:38 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 817
Posted By supernova87a

how is the reputation of mongoose carbon frames?

hi all, would appreciate your advice on this question --

I have never heard much about Mongoose bike frames, but am looking at one of their carbon iboc sx frames to buy now. Do you have good...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-18-03, 10:17 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 772
Posted By supernova87a

crank length, 170mm vs 172.5 vs 175, who really cares?

is it just me, or does anyone else not understand why the crank length options
are so ridiculously gauged?

If you're going to offer the option of different crank lengths, what's the point of ...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-14-03, 07:20 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,546
Posted By supernova87a

tempted to go with cheapo shoes -- warnings?

Hi all, I'm beginning my interest in road biking, and need some equipment, specifically shoes first.

What do you all think of cheapo shoes, like these:
...
Forum: Triathlon
11-29-03, 03:56 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 961
Posted By supernova87a

triathlon bike -- should i buy instead of road bike if good deal?

I have been looking for a good used road bike, and it happens that once in a while I come across a very good deal for a triathlon bike. Can you all give me some advice here -- would getting a...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-28-03, 10:19 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,213
Posted By supernova87a

new rider here -- why are parts so expensive??

Hi all, I am getting into road bikes lately after being mostly on mountain bikes, and I have to ask you all, why are parts sooo expensive? (and it seems to be all about the parts when you talk to...
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