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Forum: Road Cycling
09-12-21, 08:56 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 970
Posted By Hikebikerun

I ordered July 11th so about 6 weeks total. I...

I ordered July 11th so about 6 weeks total. I actually think I got them 2 weeks ago.

They also threw in an extra set of carbon rim brake pads at no cost, all I did was ask 😁

Very good...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-12-21, 06:42 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 979
Posted By Hikebikerun

Well, I pulled the trigger on the carbon AR46...

Well, I pulled the trigger on the carbon AR46 wheelset:

DT Swiss 240 EXP 36t hubs
46mm deep; 21/28mm internal/external width
Sapim X-ray spokes
brass nipples
Grooved graphene brake track
...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-06-21, 06:46 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 979
Posted By Hikebikerun

According to Shimano, the 105 calipers can handle...

According to Shimano, the 105 calipers can handle 28mm rim (its the max).

The stock tires were 25mm so the 28mm tires are already slightly larger. It looks too me like there is still a lot of...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-31-20, 08:32 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,331
Posted By Hikebikerun

Technically they only owe you for the actual cash...

Technically they only owe you for the actual cash value of the bike (meaning they can apply depreciation), not replacement cost. That being said, they are VERY lucky they do not have a massive...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-28-20, 08:52 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 6,402
Posted By Hikebikerun

Sorta the opposite for all of us non-racers.......

Sorta the opposite for all of us non-racers.... my hub is almost silent and I often think it would be nice if I could just stop pedaling for 1-2sec as I approach someone to “give them the hint” to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-22-20, 04:25 PM
Replies: 1,566
Views: 165,311
Posted By Hikebikerun

I was worried that most falls would be dry around...

I was worried that most falls would be dry around this time of year.... we still have some nearby that I could reach by bike so I figured it was worth a shot.


It’s been 2 days; I would say if...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-20-20, 10:12 AM
Replies: 1,566
Views: 165,311
Posted By Hikebikerun

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Recent fire on the MUP. Bulldozer tracks still...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-09-20, 09:43 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 6,829
Posted By Hikebikerun

This is actually a really great idea! I’m going...

This is actually a really great idea! I’m going to try to implement this to get in some more miles.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-07-20, 07:42 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 14,167
Posted By Hikebikerun

All trolling aside honestly I don’t see the issue...

All trolling aside honestly I don’t see the issue with this.... obviously there is a difference between stalking and using the app to join clubs/communities and meet people in person.

I joined a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-03-20, 09:03 PM
Replies: 1,566
Views: 165,311
Posted By Hikebikerun

Turns out I get cell service from the spot we...

Turns out I get cell service from the spot we picked to camp at....

that first bridge is a hard yes from me, I would hesitate before crossing.

The next mission is yours!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-02-20, 12:27 PM
Replies: 1,566
Views: 165,311
Posted By Hikebikerun

Ok, so in that case it still needs to be a...

Ok, so in that case it still needs to be a bridge. If there is no winner by Saturday, it will open up to any other kind of dilapidated structure.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-30-20, 11:44 AM
Replies: 1,566
Views: 165,311
Posted By Hikebikerun

Tart! My girlfriend has been picking all the...

Tart! My girlfriend has been picking all the good ones on her rides lol

I also nearly ran over a rattlesnake about 1/4 mi before this, and almost ran right into a young buck who stood his ground...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-30-20, 10:45 AM
Replies: 1,566
Views: 165,311
Posted By Hikebikerun

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https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/4ba639c6_df75_44bf_9734_113b30db1148_bc0b521154bef0fb7124f09a772a6c17df14c90e.jpeg
Blackberries!

If this counts, I will update with...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-30-20, 09:46 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,180
Posted By Hikebikerun

So just leave as is and don’t worry about it?

So just leave as is and don’t worry about it?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-28-20, 05:06 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,123
Posted By Hikebikerun

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B07B3YQRJD?psc=1&re...

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I’ve been using these for the past month or so, and they’re great. They’re soft and very easy to squeeze water out...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-28-20, 05:02 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,373
Posted By Hikebikerun

I read this while laying on the ground in my bike...

I read this while laying on the ground in my bike shorts an hour after getting home from a metric century....

Needless to say I ran off to the shower and changed lol
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-18-20, 08:43 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,654
Posted By Hikebikerun

You should be able to put an Allen/hex key in the...

You should be able to put an Allen/hex key in the Spot I circled (to hold it steady), then I believe it’s a 10mm wrench that will go on the bolt head on the opposite side (where the arrow is...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-09-20, 07:11 PM
Replies: 27,306
Views: 17,995,462
Posted By Hikebikerun

My first road bike, Trek Emonda SL5 purchased two...

My first road bike, Trek Emonda SL5 purchased two days ago:

...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-08-20, 02:56 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 4,934
Posted By Hikebikerun

In CA, for traffic citations you don’t have to go...

In CA, for traffic citations you don’t have to go to court, you can request a “Trial by Written Declaration.”

Instructions should be on the back of the ticket, or online.

Write in and request...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-08-20, 01:41 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,953
Posted By Hikebikerun

I was going between looking at used road bikes...

I was going between looking at used road bikes and browsing new ones online for the last week or so. I was going to look at a used Emonda ALR6 Pro for $1700 but I was concerned about buying used,...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-07-20, 05:50 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,953
Posted By Hikebikerun

Well, I went with the n+1 solution and picked up...

Well, I went with the n+1 solution and picked up a new Trek Emonda SL5 today:

...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-27-20, 09:49 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 10,512
Posted By Hikebikerun

There’s a joke about quantum mechanics somewhere...

There’s a joke about quantum mechanics somewhere in here but I can’t put my finger on it...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-27-20, 06:56 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,029
Posted By Hikebikerun

Yeah I have been working from home and not going...

Yeah I have been working from home and not going out much except to run or bike. I am so lucky to live 1.5mi from a great bike trail that goes along the river so I can get out into nature. It...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-26-20, 03:51 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,029
Posted By Hikebikerun

First 50mi ride!!!

My initial stretch goal when I started getting into cycling about 4-6 weeks ago was to go on a 50 mile ride. Well, I had a late start this morning and today has been hottest day so far this year...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-18-20, 04:26 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 5,546
Posted By Hikebikerun

Nice job! I also recently started cycling...

Nice job!

I also recently started cycling and am shooting for a 50mi ride soon. I did a 40mi ride last weekend from Carmichael to Folsom Lake and struggled the last 3 miles, but I did that ride...
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