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Forum: Road Cycling
08-28-16, 03:43 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,173
Posted By Jazzy Hands

I am definitely looking for a road bike. My...

I am definitely looking for a road bike. My current bike is a 2015 BMC TeamMachine with Dura Ace, so I plan on getting something equivalent if not an upgrade - no concrete budget. I am strongly...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-25-16, 09:17 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,173
Posted By Jazzy Hands

Ah yes, a priority would be staying alive. I had...

Ah yes, a priority would be staying alive. I had figured I would probably be confined to the lakefront.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-25-16, 06:29 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,173
Posted By Jazzy Hands

Moving to Chicago/Hyde Park - where to ride, bike shops to visit

I am moving to Hyde Park, near the lakefront, next week. Any popular routes? How do I deal with the winter?

I will also be shopping for a new bike; what are your favorite shops in the area?
...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-31-15, 03:14 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,311
Posted By Jazzy Hands

Thanks for the info on true weights and the...

Thanks for the info on true weights and the starbike website. Previously, I was thinking anything under 1400g would be considered light, but am now shifting my expectations to the sub 1200g range,...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-30-15, 04:18 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,311
Posted By Jazzy Hands

Xentis Squad 2.5 (<1200g Clinchers)

I was pretty set on buying a set of Dura Ace c24s until I saw these: Xenits Squad 2.5

Xentis Squad 2.5 Clincher Carbon Wheelset | Competitive Cyclist...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-02-15, 03:53 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,478
Posted By Jazzy Hands

I have the FSA K-force. Great bar in terms of...

I have the FSA K-force. Great bar in terms of vibration dampening. If you want 40cm at the hoods, get the 42cm, as they flare out at the drops. I also have the FSA Wing Pro (alu) and I actually...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-15-15, 12:19 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,991
Posted By Jazzy Hands

As for the BMC frames, the pre-2014 SLR01 and 02...

As for the BMC frames, the pre-2014 SLR01 and 02 frames are the same. The only difference being the paint job. However, for the 2014 and 15 models, the SLR01 is a different frame than the 02. The...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-15-15, 02:58 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,689
Posted By Jazzy Hands

For some reason, Veloflex calls clinchers open...

For some reason, Veloflex calls clinchers open tubulars.

I use mine on carbon rims without issue. I believe all Veloflex tires actually have the 'do not use on carbon rims' warning.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-15-15, 12:27 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 8,412
Posted By Jazzy Hands

Riding with Stitches (not on a joint) - Sweat management?

So I have some stitches on my face.

The Dr has told me I am not limited in any physical activity, as the stitches are not in a place where they would potentially rip during exercise. I would...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-10-14, 06:11 PM
Replies: 3,380
Views: 531,112
Posted By Jazzy Hands

It actually bothers me that the cages open to...

It actually bothers me that the cages open to opposite sides. Otherwise, very nice frame.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-01-14, 12:18 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 698
Posted By Jazzy Hands

Craziest/most creative thing you have done while riding the trainer

Many online sources list the ability to multitask as an advantage trainers have over rollers.

So, how have you taken advantage of this opportunity the trainer provides?
Forum: Road Cycling
10-19-14, 10:50 PM
Replies: 733
Views: 200,867
Posted By Jazzy Hands

Wrench Science. Be prepared to pay close to MSRP...

Wrench Science. Be prepared to pay close to MSRP though.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-09-14, 10:43 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,464
Posted By Jazzy Hands

Creative uses for the radio pocket?

I noticed some of my bibs have a pocket in the back. I have read they are used to carry radios. What are some creative ways to use this pocket?
Forum: Road Cycling
10-03-14, 11:32 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 9,179
Posted By Jazzy Hands

+1 for the timbuk2 bag. I carry everything you...

+1 for the timbuk2 bag.
I carry everything you list (even the same Crank bros multitool with case) except also 2 C02 canisters and 1 C02 head. They fit within the small sized bag.

I recently...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-23-14, 12:11 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,190
Posted By Jazzy Hands

I would also note that increasing your Q factor...

I would also note that increasing your Q factor too much may also lead to knee issues.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-05-14, 11:52 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,839
Posted By Jazzy Hands

Note the handlebars you linked are track bars. ...

Note the handlebars you linked are track bars. They may not accommodate road shifters particularly well.

Im a big fan of FSA compact bars. I have both the carbon K-force as well as the alu Wing...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-03-14, 10:40 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 10,891
Posted By Jazzy Hands

I think its really random ... received a full...

I think its really random ... received a full Dura Ace group from Merlin last month without charge. It was delivered by UPS.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-24-14, 10:13 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,634
Posted By Jazzy Hands

There is no reason why you shouldn't be able to...

There is no reason why you shouldn't be able to replace spokes as they fail.

However, spoke failure shouldn't be common. If you damage many of your spokes from some incident (like the RD going...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-20-14, 06:02 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 686
Posted By Jazzy Hands

KMC 11-speed links will work for Shimano 11...

KMC 11-speed links will work for Shimano 11 speed. They will not work for Shimano/SRAM 10 speed. I once broke my 10 speed chain on the road, and only had a KMC 11 speed link ... the link is too...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-18-14, 10:13 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,741
Posted By Jazzy Hands

looks to be the incycle team frame. They...

looks to be the incycle team frame.

They have a CAAD10 version too:https://incycle.com/shop/bikes/cannondale-2014-caad10-incycle-frameset/
Forum: Road Cycling
08-07-14, 05:04 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,012
Posted By Jazzy Hands

I am plenty happy with a new frame. BMC did me a...

I am plenty happy with a new frame. BMC did me a solid and the only negative being the extremely slow turn around time.

I grumble a little because BMC sent me the frame/fork combo, but didn't...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-07-14, 04:40 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,012
Posted By Jazzy Hands

My LBS has both frames on hand. I was not...

My LBS has both frames on hand. I was not planning on working on the bike myself due to the time it would take, but can if absolutely necessary. My current crank is the BB30 version of 2012 SRAM...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-07-14, 04:12 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,012
Posted By Jazzy Hands

New Frame from Warranty - Crank incompatible.

I recently received a warranty frame from BMC. My 2011 TeamMachine is being replaced with the 2014 model (yay).

However. I am told the crank is incompatible with the new frame. The old frame is...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-04-14, 12:36 AM
Replies: 206
Views: 18,925
Posted By Jazzy Hands

Im Chinese. I ride bicycles. All my friends who...

Im Chinese. I ride bicycles. All my friends who ride bicycles are white, but I have seen the occasional asian on the road (my area has a lot of asians).

I can definitely say dating a white...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-02-14, 01:08 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 921
Posted By Jazzy Hands

I would check to see if you might be missing a...

I would check to see if you might be missing a spacer.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-01-14, 10:05 AM
Replies: 10,411
Views: 3,342,219
Posted By Jazzy Hands

There is no reason to mess with your BB unless...

There is no reason to mess with your BB unless there is a problem. Having the shop take it out/reservice it runs the risk of improper reinstallation, which would defeat the purpose - BB30 is...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-25-14, 04:30 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 15,410
Posted By Jazzy Hands

I have a 1998 R1000. Reviews peg it as one of...

I have a 1998 R1000. Reviews peg it as one of the harshest/stiffest Al frames Cannondale has made, but I find it rides very similar to my CAAD9 in terms of stiffness. Although both of them are...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-20-14, 02:15 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,693
Posted By Jazzy Hands

I think the proper question is: CAAD for...

I think the proper question is: CAAD for commuting. And I don't see why a CAAD would be unsuitable. I personally commute on a CAAD2 with 23mm tires no less.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-20-14, 10:43 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,029
Posted By Jazzy Hands

I was hoping for a price around $200 somewhere. ...

I was hoping for a price around $200 somewhere.

Bike bling has it for $230. I'll probably just pay a little more and stop wasting my time lol.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-19-14, 11:52 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,029
Posted By Jazzy Hands

Why can't I find a discounted FSA Kforce compact handlebar?

I ride the FSA wing pro on all my bikes. I like it.

I want to go for comfort reasons and the Kforce compact is the exact same shape as the wing pro. However, I can't find it anywhere at a...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-18-14, 04:09 PM
Replies: 3,145
Views: 938,956
Posted By Jazzy Hands

Awesome. Thank you.

Awesome. Thank you.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-05-14, 12:08 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 899
Posted By Jazzy Hands

It will not be possible to install a 6 speed...

It will not be possible to install a 6 speed cassette on a 8/9/10 hub without a ton of spacers (I would advise against this). You will also have to play with your rear derailleur limit screws if you...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-27-14, 05:44 PM
Replies: 10,411
Views: 3,342,219
Posted By Jazzy Hands

I have a second CAAD woooo. surprisingly close...

I have a second CAAD woooo.
surprisingly close in ride quality.

Edit: I forgot how to make big pictures LOLhttp://i1265.photobucket.com/albums/jj518/jazzhands/20140527_162628_zpsf7133a3b.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
05-25-14, 09:36 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,194
Posted By Jazzy Hands

The 3.0 and 2.8 are the Cannondale frames they...

The 3.0 and 2.8 are the Cannondale frames they made before the CAAD frames. The 2.8 is more recent than the 3.0.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-25-14, 09:05 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,194
Posted By Jazzy Hands

The lack of hourglass seat stays means its before...

The lack of hourglass seat stays means its before the CAAD4, which was introduced in 1999. I would bet its a CAAD2 frame as opposed to the 3 due to the lack of a tapered down tube. I don't think...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-17-14, 04:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 857
Posted By Jazzy Hands

I actually feel like my shoes are too big (in...

I actually feel like my shoes are too big (in terms of length). Could that be an issue?
Forum: Road Cycling
05-17-14, 04:08 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,143
Posted By Jazzy Hands

BMC bikes use compact geometry. My 53cm BMC runs...

BMC bikes use compact geometry. My 53cm BMC runs pretty close to my 56cm cannonade due to the compact geometry of the BMC and the traditional geometry of the cannondale. I am your height and I...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-17-14, 03:59 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 857
Posted By Jazzy Hands

Foot feels like it is making a fist?

Hey guys,

My foot sometimes feels really tight ... like it is clenched, making a fist. This only happens with my right foot.
I can usually solve the problem by making the straps on my shoe...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-14-14, 04:34 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 7,325
Posted By Jazzy Hands

Pray tell. I would not consider the roads I take...

Pray tell. I would not consider the roads I take to SF to be flat.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-07-14, 03:50 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 9,197
Posted By Jazzy Hands

I ride carbon clinchers as my everyday wheels. ...

I ride carbon clinchers as my everyday wheels. If you manage to wear out the wheels due to normal wear and tear (like the brake track) then I think you got your money's worth out of the wheels.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-06-14, 12:59 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 11,281
Posted By Jazzy Hands

Thanks for the responses. The rear brake cable...

Thanks for the responses. The rear brake cable runs on the bottom left of the top tube. Does that mean it is a CAAD3 despite the CAD2 decal?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-05-14, 01:13 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 11,281
Posted By Jazzy Hands

1998 Cannondale R1000: CAD2 or 3?

I have a 1998 Cannondale R1000 in the purple-green color way. The serial number starts with JD, which according to vintagecannondale.com means it was produced in April 1998. The 1998 Catalogue...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-12-14, 09:22 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,179
Posted By Jazzy Hands

I weigh 175. I should be able to ride most...

I weigh 175. I should be able to ride most wheels without issue.

So far, the 2.0 has: weight, price, wider rim (23mm v 20.8mm)
the C24 has: lighter rims, trusty dura ace skewers
Forum: Road Cycling
04-12-14, 06:00 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,179
Posted By Jazzy Hands

Soul 2.0 v Shimano C24 (v others?)

Hey guys,

I recently damaged my rear wheel and Im thinking of purchasing one of these two wheel sets.
I remember Soul being popular when I first joined the forum, but now not many people are...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-27-14, 11:58 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,128
Posted By Jazzy Hands

Lubricating Internal Nipples

I have a wheel set with (Reynolds Assault) with the nipples inside the rim.
From what I read on the internet, it is usually advised for one to somehow lubricate the nipples of the wheel on occasion....
Forum: Road Cycling
10-18-13, 11:19 PM
Replies: 10,411
Views: 3,342,219
Posted By Jazzy Hands

Looks to be something like this ...

Looks to be something like this
http://www.amazon.com/Delta-Leonardo-Single-Bicycle-Colors/dp/B000FGTTEW/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1382159892&sr=8-5&keywords=wall+bike+hook
It is on the wall ......
Forum: Road Cycling
09-27-13, 02:11 AM
Replies: 174
Views: 8,933
Posted By Jazzy Hands

So your wife/significant other doesn't get...

So your wife/significant other doesn't get suspicious when you go live with you 'other' family for a few weeks. Why do you need your bike on every 'business trip'? :D

But in all seriousness, if...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-16-13, 07:33 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 678
Posted By Jazzy Hands

I had a similar problem. A rash-like patch and a...

I had a similar problem. A rash-like patch and a few bumps. Cortizone made it worse ... it ended up fungal and was treated very effectively with an OTC antifungal cream I got in China (I was in...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-07-13, 10:48 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,185
Posted By Jazzy Hands

SRAM Supertech is synthetic and super easy to...

SRAM Supertech is synthetic and super easy to clean. I used to prefer synthetic over cork, but I recently stopped wearing gloves and now use cork tape (which happens to be SRAM Make the Leap - I...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-03-13, 10:23 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,772
Posted By Jazzy Hands

Thanks for all the replies and help(and for...

Thanks for all the replies and help(and for fixing the 700cc debacle)!
I think ill just try to shove it in ... my goal is to do this as cheaply as possible, as I dont really think it would be worth...
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