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Forum: Road Cycling
11-15-23, 12:16 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 472
Posted By metropical

Steer tube riser

would like to sit up a little more as my body ages.
Have a CAAD9-6 56cm and I'm 6'.
Was fine for 15 years, but I'm not as flexible.
bought a Lerway...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-12-23, 10:13 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 459
Posted By metropical

yup. pretty much. the roads here are too...

yup. pretty much. the roads here are too dangerous from inconsiderate drivers, so not worth taking a chance in anything less than perfect.
Used to ride to a local park and do 10 there for a daily...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-11-23, 01:28 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 459
Posted By metropical

re-cableing

related to a previous post RE adding an extension to my steer tube.
The cables are original and 15 years old on my CAAD9-6.
The covers and cables look OK, but in thinking about adding this riser,...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-28-23, 11:33 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 499
Posted By metropical

are all steer tubes 1.13" ID? aka 2.87cm? Can't...

are all steer tubes 1.13" ID? aka 2.87cm? Can't find the dimension for the CAAD9-6 unless it disassemble ... so far.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-26-23, 08:33 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 499
Posted By metropical

think I'm more in the steer tube extension.

think I'm more in the steer tube extension.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-25-23, 05:06 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 499
Posted By metropical

cool. Is one better than the other for my...

cool. Is one better than the other for my purposes, a road bike?
Forum: Road Cycling
09-25-23, 02:03 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 499
Posted By metropical

I was more thinking about the pivot point in the...

I was more thinking about the pivot point in the adjustable stem. The added weight is meaningless to me, I'm not that kind of rider.
Not concerned about the riser extension, that makes total sense.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-24-23, 05:41 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 499
Posted By metropical

I'd seen those adjustables and was a little...

I'd seen those adjustables and was a little concerned about stability in general. Not that I'm doing centurys or the like.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-22-23, 07:01 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 499
Posted By metropical

that photo is a little dinky, no?

that photo is a little dinky, no?
Forum: Road Cycling
09-22-23, 03:06 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 499
Posted By metropical

grazie

grazie
Forum: Road Cycling
09-22-23, 02:16 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 499
Posted By metropical

yea, it's a juggle. Time will tell.

yea, it's a juggle. Time will tell.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-22-23, 01:53 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 499
Posted By metropical

hadn't seen that before. but that would only get...

hadn't seen that before. but that would only get me ~1.5" of extra height.
not sure that will be enough.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-22-23, 12:15 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 499
Posted By metropical

stem/headset extension

been dealing with tired palms as I age. Although when I 1st got my CAAD9-6 in '09, I found it comfy, it no longer is.
Checked my seat height with a goni to get 30º bend in my leg at extension.
I'm...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-20-23, 04:00 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 395
Posted By metropical

think this is what I'll go with. Cheap enough. ...

think this is what I'll go with. Cheap enough.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07H3KLMLM/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=A3W36I5V2U0XU9&psc=1
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-20-23, 01:55 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 395
Posted By metropical

looks like fun, but I'll pass

looks like fun, but I'll pass
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-19-23, 02:58 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 395
Posted By metropical

just don't want it on the bars. yea, zips may...

just don't want it on the bars.
yea, zips may be best
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-19-23, 09:50 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,368
Posted By metropical

I do have a good feel for the hex set I have and...

I do have a good feel for the hex set I have and the parts I'm working on.
Still, I'd hate to be wrong. Especially where the stem and stem extender are concerned.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-19-23, 09:11 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 395
Posted By metropical

mount for horn

bought on the cheap bulb horns. Rather not mount on the handlebar facing forward, but rather the stem pointing down.
Anyone know of a method or perhaps a clamp for this?
The horn is about 5/8"...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-19-23, 08:47 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,368
Posted By metropical

the HF one is ft/lbs. I'll have to do math!

the HF one is ft/lbs. I'll have to do math!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-19-23, 08:14 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,368
Posted By metropical

I'll look at ebay. Didn't see any on craigs. My...

I'll look at ebay. Didn't see any on craigs. My auto mech has a low range one, jic.
Or the ChiCom (giggle, giggle, giggle.. haven't heard that since high school) from Fright.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-18-23, 03:55 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,368
Posted By metropical

Value for the C9 I've seen is about $200, but I...

Value for the C9 I've seen is about $200, but I wasn't thinking of trading up currently anyway. More to the point of how much to spend on a decent torque.
The only other thing I had to do recently...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-18-23, 05:32 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,368
Posted By metropical

I'm a very casual rider. Perhaps 10 to 20mi/day...

I'm a very casual rider. Perhaps 10 to 20mi/day 3 or 4 days/wk.
Just really need this to adjust my seat and get a handlebar riser extension in (aging body).
I wish I had a bud I could borrow it...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-16-23, 09:29 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,368
Posted By metropical

thanks all. Looks like the Lifeline is best for...

thanks all. Looks like the Lifeline is best for my purposes. Seat post, saddle, handlebar, stem, riser, headset. If I need more then it'd prolly go to the shop.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-15-23, 08:31 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,368
Posted By metropical

torque wrench

trying to decide between these 2.

LifeLine Essential Torque Wrench Set (https://www.chainreactioncycles.com/us/p/lifeline-essential-torque-wrench-set)

LEXIVON 3/8-Inch Drive Click Torque...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-02-23, 07:54 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 316
Posted By metropical

thank you both.

thank you both.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-01-23, 08:50 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 316
Posted By metropical

looking at the new box and tube partially...

looking at the new box and tube partially inflated, wonder if I bought the right one.?

Also, while I'm at it. The OEM was 45mm stem and there were 60 & 800mm stem versions. Why would someone want...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-01-23, 08:03 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 316
Posted By metropical

"You don't have to take the tire all the way off...

"You don't have to take the tire all the way off to replace the tube, btw." too late for that. heh, heh, heh
thanks John.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-01-23, 07:55 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 316
Posted By metropical

new tube install

front tire tube let go the other day at the stem base.
bought a couple Conti tubes to replace.
I'd watched a Park Tool vid regarding changing the tube with Calvin.
He referred to putting the tube...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-19-22, 11:12 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 2,660
Posted By metropical

I ended up trying a couple saddles based on seat...

I ended up trying a couple saddles based on seat bone measurement. But coming from a 125 to a 175, then a 165 was making things worse.
Long story short, a couple of stem changes I ended up at 145mm...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-02-22, 10:19 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 2,660
Posted By metropical

Thanks Yuri. I'll level the bar and move the...

Thanks Yuri. I'll level the bar and move the Brifters into the curve as you describe.
And try some seat movement.
As I said, hoping the Trek store that I have been rotating the saddle from, has...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-02-22, 09:45 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 2,660
Posted By metropical

okey dokes.

okey dokes.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-01-22, 04:45 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 2,660
Posted By metropical

Gumby ...

Gumby
https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/350x468/thegumbmeister_03b3afe54235a305bf4bf176a36eb02a9b07a308.jpg

I'd say the saddle is correctly set by those standards, though I'm...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-01-22, 01:24 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 2,660
Posted By metropical

by changing the the angle of the STI/hoods, we...

by changing the the angle of the STI/hoods, we mean moving them closer to the cockpit on the flat part of the bar, not away from me to the curved part of the bar?
They are currently toed pretty...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-01-22, 01:04 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 2,660
Posted By metropical

I did rotate the bars up a smidge from level last...

I did rotate the bars up a smidge from level last week. I'll put them back.
The hoods are where they were when I got the bike, but I'll move back as you describe.
The more I read, the more it seems...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-01-22, 12:12 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 2,660
Posted By metropical

no definitely not, and that is the issue. The...

no definitely not, and that is the issue. The drops I use occasionally, but mostly on the hoods and bar.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-01-22, 11:46 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 2,660
Posted By metropical

I believe I have the core strength as I do...

I believe I have the core strength as I do exercise and yoga everyday for the last 20 years. I'm perhaps 10% overweight.
But not the balance or perhaps confidence to try no hands.
Not ready to...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-01-22, 06:16 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 2,660
Posted By metropical

yes, it is 31mm, just measured. I did drop the...

yes, it is 31mm, just measured. I did drop the saddle back to where it was with the OEM San Marco. My thigh is still level at the top of the stroke.
The saddle is set mid bar.

"Ideally you...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-30-22, 06:32 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 2,660
Posted By metropical

they have been good about trying saddles thus...

they have been good about trying saddles thus far. Guess can't hurt to inquire about the stem.
Not entirely sure, but from measuring the OEM 95mm stem, I'd say the handlebar is 25mm.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-30-22, 01:55 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 2,660
Posted By metropical

I have not, but I will now.

I have not, but I will now.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-30-22, 01:39 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 2,660
Posted By metropical

yea, seeing where that makes sense now. but...

yea, seeing where that makes sense now. but alas, now is not the time for a new bike. gonna try a stem change.
Forum: For Sale
09-30-22, 12:59 PM
Replies: 409
Views: 157,300
Posted By metropical

I have a threadless 2009 CAAD C4 95mm 7º. 29mm x...

I have a threadless 2009 CAAD C4 95mm 7º. 29mm x 29mm.
I'd like to find 75 or 85mm ≥ 20º <30º with the same tube diameters.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-30-22, 12:44 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 2,660
Posted By metropical

I measured the OEM San Marco, 125mm. My buddy,...

I measured the OEM San Marco, 125mm. My buddy, whom I bought the CAAD from originally, has moved to a Giant Fleet 145.
Maybe that is the issue, that i was measured for a 175mm seat bone, but...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-29-22, 07:29 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 2,660
Posted By metropical

my spouse is a PT. She'll dig your map work. I...

my spouse is a PT. She'll dig your map work.
I was just at the Orthopedist for unrelated thumb issues. He was telling me how much arthritis and other problems result from thumb/fingers grip,...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-28-22, 05:09 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 2,660
Posted By metropical

suffolk. same same. but 2 remain reasonable close...

suffolk. same same. but 2 remain reasonable close I've not tried.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-28-22, 04:36 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 2,660
Posted By metropical

@ aliasfox; I'm a very racy person. Not. ...

@ aliasfox; I'm a very racy person. Not.
Found a couple LBS that I haven't tried before.
Hopefully one of them will be a bit more helpful.
I realize I should get a more age appropriate bike, but...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-28-22, 04:25 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 2,660
Posted By metropical

OK, but besides that. :D I think the 56 frame...

OK, but besides that. :D
I think the 56 frame was prolly OK for me for the 1st decade I had it. Never bothered me even with the original San Remo saddle.
But now the geometry is getting to me.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-28-22, 04:23 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 2,660
Posted By metropical

cool device GAtkins. I can see myself going thru...

cool device GAtkins. I can see myself going thru the whole house and driving myself batty. giggle, giggle, giggle.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-28-22, 10:40 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 2,660
Posted By metropical

I am a dude, but what makes you think it's too...

I am a dude, but what makes you think it's too small? I bought it from a 6' friend. He road it for a couple years. I'm 6'. I'm riding it 10 at least.
I just think aging and saddle change is...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-28-22, 10:30 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 2,660
Posted By metropical

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/imag1910_247faaae9d2bb8fcfe9da3e62f08c29dce55b529.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
09-28-22, 09:52 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 2,660
Posted By metropical

yea, the bar tape is pretty sad. just about to...

yea, the bar tape is pretty sad. just about to order some cork tape. split tube for extra comfort is a good idea.
I mostly ride the bar or hoods, seldom the drop. I yoga, stretch and do weights...
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