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03-16-20, 10:13 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,539
Posted By jischr

I've used Butt'r for many years and was happy. I...

I've used Butt'r for many years and was happy. I got Assos free with some shorts and get the cooling/tingling also. I now use Butt'r for 30-60 mile rides and Assos for >60 mile rides, or if rain is...
03-08-20, 08:16 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,798
Posted By jischr

Minor update - last week's ride was on Cinelli...

Minor update - last week's ride was on Cinelli cork over aluminum bars. Today's ride of the same distance and a little longer time (30 mph head wind gusts) on Zipp CX tape over carbon bars did not...
03-04-20, 08:32 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,798
Posted By jischr

How to add padding to drop bars?

I’ve been losing muscle mass in my right hand for a while. This is the first year it seems I will need more padding on my drop bars to alleviate pressure on the bones. For those in a similar...
02-25-20, 10:59 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,161
Posted By jischr

The four I typically ride run from $75 to $600...

The four I typically ride run from $75 to $600 minimums. I've been riding some of them for 15+ years. Luckily company match had been at 100% so that made it less painful. We also had a work...
02-23-20, 06:19 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,887
Posted By jischr

What do you consider gravel. My 25mm road tires...

What do you consider gravel. My 25mm road tires are fine for dry crushed limestone or dirt. If it's damp/wet there isn't enough space on the forks and I can hear it grind. That's when I used the CX...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-14-16, 07:47 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 10,880
Posted By jischr

When I was lamenting my desire for a better bike...

When I was lamenting my desire for a better bike one time the listener corrected me on its importance. "Riding fast is 70% motor (you), 30% attitude, and 10% equipment. Put a hard case on a kids...
01-03-16, 09:06 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,312
Posted By jischr

Try finding a used Selle SMP Glider. It helped...

Try finding a used Selle SMP Glider. It helped me with some sit issues.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-01-16, 09:31 PM
Replies: 165
Views: 11,875
Posted By jischr

I can tell the difference between a 23 Pro 4 and...

I can tell the difference between a 23 Pro 4 and a 25 Pro 4 because the 25 is almost a 28 (barely fits my frame). I can tell the difference between a 23 Pro 4 and a 25 Veloflex Corsa because the...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-21-15, 08:40 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 21,100
Posted By jischr

I bought a really used Stratos and used it on my...

I bought a really used Stratos and used it on my roller bike all winter. Then I got a lightly used Glider and a near new Stratos to put on my road bikes. The new Stratos gets a little uncomfortable...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-21-15, 08:14 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 5,054
Posted By jischr

Take your old bike out for 15 mile ride on crap...

Take your old bike out for 15 mile ride on crap to decent road/trails. Jump off and ride your new bike on the same course. I suspect the carbon will transmit about half the impacts your old bike...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-30-15, 08:43 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 473
Posted By jischr

10 y/o Veloflex or any old tire safe?

I recently picked up a pair of what I presume are 1st generation Neutrons. They came with a pair of Veloflex tires mounted which I presume could be upwards of ten years old. They appear not dry...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-18-12, 12:33 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 559
Posted By jischr

Northwave aerlite has lots of mesh and toe vents....

Northwave aerlite has lots of mesh and toe vents. Realcyclist has them on sale for $107 if you have narrow to normal width feet. You could always get a pair of cycling sandals. There's a guy...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-05-12, 08:33 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 21,630
Posted By jischr

I bought a 2001 Dream with an AD10 paint job with...

I bought a 2001 Dream with an AD10 paint job with full DA 9-spd for a hair under $1,000 last year so you got a very good deal. I bought it in part for the paint. There just aren't any production...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-18-11, 12:36 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 7,494
Posted By jischr

Since the OP didn't quantify the word 'that',...

Since the OP didn't quantify the word 'that', then I'll say yes they make that much difference. I noticed a difference when I went from 32h rims on Shimano 105 hubs to Mavic Krysium Elite wheels. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-07-11, 05:58 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 3,560
Posted By jischr

Since I'm not a high performance rider I'm not...

Since I'm not a high performance rider I'm not hung up on 10% gains due to butt ugly technology - like sloping top tubes, 25 cm seat posts, and 100 mm wheel rims. Everyone has their preferences,...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-05-11, 03:46 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 414
Posted By jischr

Art or functional

I recently purchased a Selle Italia saddle that has a loop on the tail end. Is this suppose to be something functional for the rider to use? a design statement? or stiffen the the saddle? Anyone...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-03-11, 01:53 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 720
Posted By jischr

Riding with stitches

I cut my right calf Tuesday and got eight stitches. I’ve been staying off the bike and not running to give it time to heal, but, Saturday is the local Tour de Cure and I’m really getting antsy to...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-03-11, 01:36 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 7,721
Posted By jischr

Duplicating others - I find a 11-23 good for flat...

Duplicating others - I find a 11-23 good for flat to long rollers for my average ability. My one bike has a 53/39/28 and an 11-25 10spd cassette. The big cogs are too close together for real hills so...
06-03-11, 08:19 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 678
Posted By jischr

I went from 205 to 162 on WeightWatcher's,...

I went from 205 to 162 on WeightWatcher's, running and biking. I did hit a plateau around 180, which is where I'm back to. You will become more efficient. You will need to continually adjust your...
05-24-11, 08:55 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,923
Posted By jischr

My hard tail dirt bike is right handed (like my...

My hard tail dirt bike is right handed (like my motorcycles). The road bikes are left handed. I changed the road bike once for a while but just didn't like the way the cable lay. After that I...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-24-11, 02:12 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,302
Posted By jischr

I have multiple pieces for running and cycling -...

I have multiple pieces for running and cycling - both styles are cut small for my pudgy USA body. At the risk of sounding like a broken record -go up a size unless you're anorexic. Otherwise they...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-09-11, 09:20 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,502
Posted By jischr

I'm not a fitter nor do I play one on the...

I'm not a fitter nor do I play one on the internet. However I'd guess that your butt is too far back to compensate for a short top tube. See if you can get someone to donate a cheap 130 stem to see...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-05-11, 07:40 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 862
Posted By jischr

Wait for some Ksyrium Elite's to come up used...

Wait for some Ksyrium Elite's to come up used (often $200-$300 for very good condition sets) or save up some cash and buy them new.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-05-11, 07:33 AM
Replies: 235
Views: 9,776
Posted By jischr

Agree for males it's called bike forums, and...

Agree for males it's called bike forums, and roadbikereview forum, and serotta forum, and ,,, all of them are probably 99% male. I suspect the request for a women's only forum is so they don't have...
Replies: 59
Views: 6,670
Posted By jischr

Back to a non-tech answer to the OP's question, I...

Back to a non-tech answer to the OP's question, I can't tell the difference between my pro-race 3's in 23 or 25. In fact I didn't even pay attention when I orginally purchased the tires for my two...
04-13-11, 12:37 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,269
Posted By jischr

My 30 year old steel frame bottom bracket will...

My 30 year old steel frame bottom bracket will 'flex' while sprinting or standing on the pedals on a hill. It moves enough to cause the chain to rub on the deraileur. It doesn't flex while seated,...
04-11-11, 02:30 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,087
Posted By jischr

Like the other John said, depends on your type of...

Like the other John said, depends on your type of riding. Do you ride with the ball of your foot over the spindle? Do you want to pull up on the pedal? Do you want to fall over when you forget to...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-07-11, 06:49 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,239
Posted By jischr

I recently bought a 2000 Colnago Dream (aluminum)...

I recently bought a 2000 Colnago Dream (aluminum) with full 9 spd DA, carbon bars and fork, and Ksyrium Elite wheels for $1,000 off ebay. I think I got a good deal but learned I should have asked...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-07-11, 06:37 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,253
Posted By jischr

I have one pair of Craft size large that fit like...

I have one pair of Craft size large that fit like a medium, tight thighs. The pad doesn't have a covering on it so I'm basically sitting on foam rubber. It kinda grabs. I also have pair of XL...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-06-11, 08:27 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 4,540
Posted By jischr

I use a Camelbak pack that is big enough for 1...

I use a Camelbak pack that is big enough for 1 tire, two tubes, odd bits, 6-8 Gu gels, 4-5 Shot Bloks, 6 Hammer Endurolyte pills, a couple Cliff bars, 3 liters of ice and gatorade, and money for a DQ...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-06-11, 07:26 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 687
Posted By jischr

What riding do you do and where? Newer lighter...

What riding do you do and where? Newer lighter wheels, even used, will be easier on rollers and hills and at speeds over maybe 16 mph. They will make very little difference on flat roads and slower...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-05-11, 07:25 AM
Replies: 129
Views: 5,077
Posted By jischr

Count me in

Count me in
Forum: Road Cycling
04-02-11, 06:29 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,431
Posted By jischr

Lezyne Road Drive. Never had to use it, sits on...

Lezyne Road Drive. Never had to use it, sits on the frame using the water bottle mounts. I also have one of their floor pumps and like that one alot.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-29-11, 06:05 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,814
Posted By jischr

I use to have 36 spoke wheels front and rear. ...

I use to have 36 spoke wheels front and rear. I'd lose a spoke on the drive side about everyother year. May even have been the same location but I never kept track. Then I built my own 32 spoke...
03-28-11, 09:33 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 5,281
Posted By jischr

1984 Gitane Team; I have a Super Corsa.

1984 Gitane Team; I have a Super Corsa.
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