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Forum: Road Cycling
06-03-18, 04:51 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 13,550
Posted By nadimk

Well sort of. It's the full carbon Enve version...

Well sort of. It's the full carbon Enve version with the same type of clamping mechanism. There are several problems with this design. It is too prone to slippage because of course the clamping...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-03-18, 11:19 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 8,426
Posted By nadimk

Help me choose a carbon seatpost

I love carbon seatposts for the way they feel. I have the old Enve single bolt and it is starting to slip and now will not stay level despite torqueing and carbon paste. The question I have is what...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-03-18, 11:13 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 13,550
Posted By nadimk

Hi. Love the bike. I have the old ENVE single...

Hi. Love the bike. I have the old ENVE single bolt post which is terrible as we all know. I know the new one is finicky, but the main question I have is does it eliminate the possibility of...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-29-13, 03:46 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,082
Posted By nadimk

OP, this is called chondromalacia. This is...

OP, this is called chondromalacia. This is caused by excessive forces on your patella when your knee is bent. I have had it, and I have a few suggestions for you, some of which have been made here....
Forum: Road Cycling
08-26-13, 03:11 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 8,082
Posted By nadimk

Everything you describe is normal elevated blood...

Everything you describe is normal elevated blood pressure after exertion. That is not the concern and yes, could be related to albuterol usage. HOWEVER, light headedness during exercise is most...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-21-13, 02:13 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,270
Posted By nadimk

this is one of the funniest threads I have ever...

this is one of the funniest threads I have ever read! some of y'all got some serious comedy skills!
Forum: Road Cycling
08-06-13, 03:40 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 9,591
Posted By nadimk

As a previous Serotta owner, I am also not...

As a previous Serotta owner, I am also not surprised. I would periodically visit their page to scope out another one, but the prices, even for a bike snob like me, were just too high. This was a...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-06-13, 03:26 PM
Replies: 285
Views: 24,341
Posted By nadimk

Indeed, indeed. I think if the fit is good and...

Indeed, indeed. I think if the fit is good and the rest of the kit including bike are in line with the rules, it's okay.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-06-13, 02:31 PM
Replies: 285
Views: 24,341
Posted By nadimk

Because there are certain rules regarding cycling...

Because there are certain rules regarding cycling etiquette, what to wear and how to wear it. Next to sleeveless jerseys (men) and not wearing socks, pro team kit is one of the worst infractions,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-16-12, 09:22 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,506
Posted By nadimk

Help with wider Q factor!

I have a new single speed mountain bike with Time ATAC pedals and Deore XT crank, standard BB width. Shoes are SIDI Spiders. Here's the problem. The Q factor is much wider on this setup than my...
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-15-12, 11:25 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 312
Posted By nadimk

Help with new Q factor

I have a new single speed mountain bike with Time ATAC pedals and Deore XT crank, standard BB width. Shoes are SIDI Spiders. Here's the problem. The Q factor is much wider on this setup than my...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-04-11, 11:13 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,297
Posted By nadimk

Touch up paint

Does anyone know where I can get a small jar of touch up paint for a steel frame? Can't seem to find anything online, and everything auto oriented seems to be based only on a paint code for a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-31-10, 11:25 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,451
Posted By nadimk

I have found the avid bb7 road system even when...

I have found the avid bb7 road system even when adjusted properly to work poorly with road shifters. They are very noisy in the wet. Are their newer better road disc systems out there? I'd be...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-31-10, 10:33 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,451
Posted By nadimk

Poprad disc to rim brake conversion

Hey all,
Has anyone converted a disc only steel frame to a rear rim brake? I want rim brakes on my Lemond Poprad disc. I figure two ways:
1. Drill a hole for a long reach caliper brake in the seat...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-31-10, 10:27 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 895
Posted By nadimk

I bet the star fangled nut is not locking.

I bet the star fangled nut is not locking.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-30-10, 07:58 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,551
Posted By nadimk

It is a combination of all of the above. But,...

It is a combination of all of the above. But, you are not too fat to ride! Obviously, you just need a tougher wheel. Very good pictures!
Forum: Road Cycling
08-25-10, 03:07 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,009
Posted By nadimk

Um, yes they did do the math smarty pants: ...

Um, yes they did do the math smarty pants: http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com.ezp.slu.edu/doi/10.1111/j.1600-0838.2009.00948.x/pdf
Forum: Road Cycling
08-25-10, 02:54 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 3,814
Posted By nadimk

Spot on...again. This advice should be widely...

Spot on...again. This advice should be widely disseminated on this site for those seeking to control weight. Sort of like Michael Pollan's advice: "Eat real food, mostly plants, not that much."
Forum: Road Cycling
08-25-10, 02:49 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 3,814
Posted By nadimk

That is an excellent and fair question. Look, I...

That is an excellent and fair question. Look, I am an endocrinologist and weight loss physician, and I still do not know what the answer to your questions are. If the previous post that disagreed...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-25-10, 01:48 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 3,814
Posted By nadimk

This is spot on in my professional opinion. I...

This is spot on in my professional opinion. I strongly urge all cyclists who ride for fitness and to lose weight to get rid of all cycle computers and power meters and heart rate monitors. These...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-25-10, 01:41 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 3,814
Posted By nadimk

There are simply no data available to generalize...

There are simply no data available to generalize for you how many calories you will burn cycling. The "research" you are looking at is probably fairly close, but there are too many variables to...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-25-10, 01:34 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,256
Posted By nadimk

Tsunehiro Cycles Unveiled

What happens when a Boeing engineer with a passion for cycling ditches his career and starts building custom steel frames? This:
...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-17-10, 09:32 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 4,321
Posted By nadimk

Rapha leather gloves! And before you go on about...

Rapha leather gloves! And before you go on about cost, I have worn mine every day for two seasons and they are still supple and perfect. I guarantee everyone here that with these gloves, I will...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-17-09, 10:18 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,649
Posted By nadimk

Lake CX140 all weather shoe review; thumbs down!

This is a review for the Lake CX140 all weather shoe marketed by Lake as waterproof. Lake should be ashamed of this product, and it looks like they got the message; it has been removed from their...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-29-09, 01:29 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 928
Posted By nadimk

Can I go from 34 to 36 or 38?

I have a Shimano FCR700 compact 50/34 crankset. I want to replace the inner 34 with a 36 or 38. Has anyone done this and what chainring mfg does these?
Forum: Road Cycling
08-12-09, 01:20 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 840
Posted By nadimk

Incorrect, the NEW Dogma frameset is 1000 dollars...

Incorrect, the NEW Dogma frameset is 1000 dollars more than the 4500 he mentions. The point is that there are many excellent full bikes for 4500, but a thread that asks people for their favorite...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-12-09, 01:08 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 840
Posted By nadimk

A pinarello dogma for 4500??? I assume that's a...

A pinarello dogma for 4500??? I assume that's a down payment. If that is the case, you're just asking people to tell you what bike they would get period? What's the point of your question?
Forum: Road Cycling
08-12-09, 11:55 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,166
Posted By nadimk

Any of the new carbon fiber bikes would be good...

Any of the new carbon fiber bikes would be good for you and are certainly safe. You deserve a new bike and you should do it. I am only 37 and don't drive a car. I feel perfectly justified spending...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-11-09, 01:13 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 11,060
Posted By nadimk

Oscuro, that is basically a large scab, which is...

Oscuro, that is basically a large scab, which is one approach to healing. It's fine I guess for a small wound on the shoulder, but would have been terrible for a larger wound on a more exposed...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-11-09, 11:23 AM
Replies: 266
Views: 17,768
Posted By nadimk

http://seoblackhat.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/04/...

http://seoblackhat.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/04/moran.jpg

This is a hilarious thread! Anyway, I took that picture above!!! I was at a rally in St. Louis against Boeing's use of JDAMS and took...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-11-09, 11:05 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 333
Posted By nadimk

This is likely to be the sort of garbage can term...

This is likely to be the sort of garbage can term called "patellofemoral" pain. This results from various stresses placed on the knee during the power stroke of the pedal motion. I have found the...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-11-09, 10:56 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,311
Posted By nadimk

I have to disagree with some of these replies. ...

I have to disagree with some of these replies. Ultegra is a slight but significant step up in performance from 105, especially the left sided shifter. Ultegra shifters are smoother and more...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-11-09, 10:47 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 11,060
Posted By nadimk

Since we're on the topic of road rash, something...

Since we're on the topic of road rash, something I have experienced several times, I recently had a high speed crash on a descent going 45kph and sustained severe road rash over my whole right arm...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-13-09, 09:03 PM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,418,694
Posted By nadimk

All, It is essential to remove plastic pie...

All,
It is essential to remove plastic pie plate, wheel reflectors, and plastic pedal clips before posting! Seat post reflectors are acceptable for safety until arrangements are made for proper...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-09-09, 01:49 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 628
Posted By nadimk

johnknapp: another good thought. It does tend to...

johnknapp: another good thought. It does tend to happen when I am in the 34 up front and the smaller rears.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-09-09, 01:47 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 628
Posted By nadimk

Good suggestion. Are you thinking the hanger is...

Good suggestion. Are you thinking the hanger is indeed bent. The chain is a brand new dura ace 7800.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-09-09, 01:45 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 697
Posted By nadimk

Second that. It's an awesome bike! The crankset...

Second that. It's an awesome bike! The crankset is Octalink splined.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-09-09, 01:34 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 628
Posted By nadimk

Aaarrrrgh!!

Setup: 2005 Serotta, new DA 7800 chain and cassette, older but 7800 rear der.
The problem: For two years now, there has been a periodic skipping sensation when pedaling from a slow speed, especially...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-25-09, 09:36 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,577
Posted By nadimk

Check: 1. Crank bolts 2. Bottom bracket...

Check:
1. Crank bolts
2. Bottom bracket tightness and grease, especially ti frames
3. Pedal spindle
4. Cleat pedal interface
5. Rear quick release skewer tightness
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-20-09, 02:21 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,506
Posted By nadimk

I was actually goint to suggest that but it was...

I was actually goint to suggest that but it was because I was told it could be a source when I had that problem. I guess it can be! Good job making this one of the best threads on this forum I have...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-19-09, 12:42 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,599
Posted By nadimk

If this is aluminum, do not even think of riding...

If this is aluminum, do not even think of riding it again. Period.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-19-09, 12:40 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,506
Posted By nadimk

I had this problem. I monopedaled with each leg...

I had this problem. I monopedaled with each leg and found it only occurred on the left. Have you tried this? I have a ti frame and just greased and snugged the bb cups. I'm curious how this turns...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-19-09, 10:55 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 507
Posted By nadimk

You are fine unless you have new dura ace...

You are fine unless you have new dura ace cassette hub on your existing wheel. If it is a standard shimano compatible hub, it will work. What wheelset do you have?
Forum: Road Cycling
06-18-09, 01:01 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,526
Posted By nadimk

Anthony! You rock. Answers with pictures. I...

Anthony! You rock. Answers with pictures. I like the Hillbrick.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-18-09, 12:45 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 507
Posted By nadimk

Yes they are compatible and so are the chains. ...

Yes they are compatible and so are the chains. SRAM cassettes are shimano compatible. You may have to do some minor adjustments to the rear der B screw but not because of switching brands but...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-11-09, 03:43 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 841
Posted By nadimk

Just did a full 7800 conversion minus the crank...

Just did a full 7800 conversion minus the crank (I use a compact) from Excel Sports. I must be luck!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-24-09, 12:55 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 493
Posted By nadimk

Most likely you have a loose bottom bracket unit...

Most likely you have a loose bottom bracket unit or cup if it is a newer integrated crankset. Remove crank, remove bottom bracket, clean it, grease it, and reinstall to proper tightness.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-10-08, 12:47 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,565
Posted By nadimk

Thanks Charles! Has anyone else tried spreading...

Thanks Charles! Has anyone else tried spreading an old 25 mm french stem to 25.4 or even 26 mm to fit a newer handlebar? Seems like a mm might not hurt too much! Does anyone know of a place to buy...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-09-08, 11:20 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,565
Posted By nadimk

Needed: Atax stem clamp diameter

I'm restoring a Peugeot P8 with an Atax stem. What is the clamp diameter and what newer bars will fit this stem? I need a more comfy transition to the brake levers. Thanks folks!
Forum: Road Cycling
11-03-08, 08:50 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,680
Posted By nadimk

Right on about the helmets! I hate the smug,...

Right on about the helmets! I hate the smug, snobby, flippant Rapha sensibility in their ads, with their non-helmet-wearing goofy looking models with bad teeth. Oh, and the silk scarf, that's a...
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