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Forum: Southern California
04-15-24, 06:10 PM
Replies: 2,882
Views: 359,783
Posted By jonathanf2

For Monday, I did 20 miles and 2000 feet of...

For Monday, I did 20 miles and 2000 feet of climbing at Griffith Park. Weather was great, especially the day after it rains! Air was fresh and there was a nice breeze. I even talked to another...
Forum: Southern California
04-14-24, 08:59 AM
Replies: 2,882
Views: 359,783
Posted By jonathanf2

On Saturday I did some morning dirt over at...

On Saturday I did some morning dirt over at Glendale Sports Complex/Cherry Canyon. Glad I got my ride in before the rain!
...
Forum: Southern California
04-12-24, 03:59 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 343
Posted By jonathanf2

Off the top of my head, your best bet would be to...

Off the top of my head, your best bet would be to call Spokes near the LA River which isn't that far if you stick to the side streets. You'd probably have to get an Uber or Lyft, but from that...
Forum: Southern California
04-11-24, 10:29 PM
Replies: 2,882
Views: 359,783
Posted By jonathanf2

For Thursday I did 20 miles and 2000 feet of...

For Thursday I did 20 miles and 2000 feet of climbing. At Griffith like usual! Weather was too nice not to ride and I ran into a friend as well! ;)
...
Forum: Southern California
04-09-24, 09:56 PM
Replies: 2,882
Views: 359,783
Posted By jonathanf2

A quick 17 miles at Griffith Park today....

A quick 17 miles at Griffith Park today. Beautiful weather and worked up a good sweat. I definitely drank more water as well. Also on this frame, I recently swapped my chainring to a 52-36t while...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-08-24, 12:23 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 417
Posted By jonathanf2

Then wait for the Wheeltop EDS TX. Same...

Then wait for the Wheeltop EDS TX. Same flexibility as LTwoo's groupset, but it's fully wireless, better weather proofing and it's available in rim brake. SRAM's patent on wireless derailleur...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-08-24, 11:32 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 417
Posted By jonathanf2

Sensah for mechanical. They sell Shimano...

Sensah for mechanical. They sell Shimano compatible shifters both in mechanical and hydraulic. Just stick with Shimano derailleurs and the shifters work great. Also pay the slight premium for the...
Forum: Southern California
04-08-24, 11:06 AM
Replies: 2,882
Views: 359,783
Posted By jonathanf2

I was planning to do a long ride on Sunday, but...

I was planning to do a long ride on Sunday, but this week I was in the process of rebuilding my bikes. One bike received 12 speed electronic shifting and the other got the full mechanical Ultegra...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-05-24, 01:23 PM
Replies: 21,328
Views: 5,181,571
Posted By jonathanf2

I read that LTwoo won't release the "blue...

I read that LTwoo won't release the "blue edition" until later this summer. Though the rumor is that LTwoo has done silent revisions on the production line, so the current batch of groupsets should...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-05-24, 10:33 AM
Replies: 21,328
Views: 5,181,571
Posted By jonathanf2

My first foray into electronic shifting with the...

My first foray into electronic shifting with the LTwoo ER9 electronic groupset. I was able to choose between 10/11/12 speed and opted to go with a lightweight all-steel 12 speed 11-34t cassette (sub...
Forum: Southern California
04-04-24, 06:38 PM
Replies: 2,882
Views: 359,783
Posted By jonathanf2

For Thursday I did a quick 23 miles back in LA. I...

For Thursday I did a quick 23 miles back in LA. I spent the day before installing a new electronic groupset plus an 11-34t 12 speed cassette. Honestly I think I screwed myself. Electronic shifting is...
Forum: Southern California
04-02-24, 10:58 AM
Replies: 2,882
Views: 359,783
Posted By jonathanf2

I'll never use a dedicated bike case again...

I'll never use a dedicated bike case again (usually I borrow a friend's roller case). A cheap/free cardboard bike box from the LBS is both easier to pack, manage and recycle after use. Also I want to...
Forum: Southern California
04-01-24, 09:55 PM
Replies: 2,882
Views: 359,783
Posted By jonathanf2

I rode up in Portland, Oregon last week. Big...

I rode up in Portland, Oregon last week. Big props flying Alaska Air for waiving baggage fees on all bikes (not e-bikes). For my travel case I just picked up a used bike box from the LBS. While in...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-22-24, 10:35 AM
Replies: 150
Views: 5,104
Posted By jonathanf2

Kicking myself when Amazon was doing a fire sale...

Kicking myself when Amazon was doing a fire sale on like new inventory on GP 5000 clinchers. I picked up a pair for $55 and they had several listed. I should have bought all of them!

Unfortunately...
Forum: Southern California
03-21-24, 07:41 PM
Replies: 2,882
Views: 359,783
Posted By jonathanf2

Today was probably the warmest day to ride this...

Today was probably the warmest day to ride this year. Sun was out and skies were blue! Did a quick 18 miles at my usual spot!
...
Forum: Southern California
03-18-24, 05:43 PM
Replies: 2,882
Views: 359,783
Posted By jonathanf2

For Monday I did a quick 18 miles at Griffith...

For Monday I did a quick 18 miles at Griffith Park. Weather was sunny and warm, but it started raining right after I left!
...
Forum: Southern California
03-17-24, 02:29 PM
Replies: 2,882
Views: 359,783
Posted By jonathanf2

I'd rather just carry a portable electric air...

I'd rather just carry a portable electric air pump and a few tpu tubes. Road tubeless at smaller tire sizes seems like more trouble than it's worth. I had the tape fail on me this week and that's...
Forum: Southern California
03-17-24, 02:21 PM
Replies: 2,882
Views: 359,783
Posted By jonathanf2

Rode twice in one day on Saturday. First a brisk...

Rode twice in one day on Saturday. First a brisk early morning 6 miles at Cherry Canyon on the gravel bike. Later on in the same morning, doing another 33 miles also on the gravel bike over to...
Forum: Southern California
03-15-24, 10:28 AM
Replies: 2,882
Views: 359,783
Posted By jonathanf2

Thursday I took out the road bike, but slapped on...

Thursday I took out the road bike, but slapped on 28c gravel tires and did a bit of off-road. It was way windy and my neighborhood was littered with spiky sweet gum balls all over the street. I was...
Forum: Southern California
03-13-24, 06:16 PM
Replies: 2,882
Views: 359,783
Posted By jonathanf2

I rode 11 miles today, but my ride got cut short...

I rode 11 miles today, but my ride got cut short when one of my newly converted road tubeless tires went flat. I thought it was a puncture, but I didn't see any sealant leaking. I tried pumping it...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-12-24, 02:11 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 1,982
Posted By jonathanf2

These are the top car brands with the worst...

These are the top car brands with the worst drivers while on a bike:

1. BMW
2. Tesla
3. Hyundai
4. KIA
5. Any overlander vehicle that has worn down off-road tires from too much "mall"...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-11-24, 04:21 PM
Replies: 142
Views: 3,682
Posted By jonathanf2

I’m more of a grinder, but have been limiting...

I’m more of a grinder, but have been limiting myself going out of saddle to improve my spinning. I found with spinning, I can alternate saddle position to increase my cadence without fully blowing up...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-11-24, 11:04 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 4,011
Posted By jonathanf2

If you go to a professional the cost will be...

If you go to a professional the cost will be expensive. As I mentioned, for the adventurous DIY repair kits do exist. There's quite a bit of information regarding the process on Youtube and various...
Forum: Southern California
03-11-24, 10:50 AM
Replies: 2,882
Views: 359,783
Posted By jonathanf2

Nice ride! You took all my favorite routes and...

Nice ride! You took all my favorite routes and combined them together! Though the rains have made the fire roads at Griffith Park so bad, it's better just to take the gravel bike so you don't have to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-11-24, 10:41 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 4,011
Posted By jonathanf2

Not one mention regarding repairability. Carbon...

Not one mention regarding repairability. Carbon fiber bikes can actually be repaired...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-10-24, 02:22 PM
Replies: 608
Views: 19,613
Posted By jonathanf2

I've been riding my hookless gravel wheels for a...

I've been riding my hookless gravel wheels for a few weeks now and I'm completely sold on their benefits...at least for wide tires. They just feel really stiff with great power transfer, especially...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-10-24, 01:37 PM
Replies: 130
Views: 4,011
Posted By jonathanf2

I have carbon bikes, but I think where carbon...

I have carbon bikes, but I think where carbon really shines are with wheels. I'd rather get a cheap alloy frame and the most lightweight, aero carbon wheels I can afford!
Forum: Southern California
03-10-24, 01:02 PM
Replies: 2,882
Views: 359,783
Posted By jonathanf2

I wish I could put long hours into my cycling...

I wish I could put long hours into my cycling like some of you guys, but I start getting calls from either my kids or wife after the 1-2 hour mark! Anyways, I put in a quick 21 miles on Saturday...
Forum: Southern California
03-07-24, 05:24 PM
Replies: 2,882
Views: 359,783
Posted By jonathanf2

A quick 17 miles up and down Griffith today! The...

A quick 17 miles up and down Griffith today! The sun was out, but still chilly in the shady parts of the park.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-06-24, 07:53 PM
Replies: 3,116
Views: 532,119
Posted By jonathanf2

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

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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-06-24, 07:48 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 3,985
Posted By jonathanf2

There's a company from China called Wheeltop who...

There's a company from China called Wheeltop who are offering full wireless shifting for both disc and rim brakes. Unfortunately SRAM sent them a patent infringement lawsuit forcing them to used...
Forum: Southern California
03-06-24, 11:12 AM
Replies: 2,882
Views: 359,783
Posted By jonathanf2

On Wednesday I did another local LA ride. Despite...

On Wednesday I did another local LA ride. Despite living in the city, there are quite a few hidden off-road trails within neighborhoods. I tend to link them between the road rides to mix up the...
Forum: Southern California
03-04-24, 01:40 PM
Replies: 2,882
Views: 359,783
Posted By jonathanf2

I just did a short ride on Sunday around the...

I just did a short ride on Sunday around the neighborhood. I was testing some new carbon wheels. I opted for a set of 30x30 hookless 29ers using a 15mm to 12mm TA adapter for the front wheel. I'm...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-04-24, 12:01 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 680
Posted By jonathanf2

I just use the Silca tire pressure calculator...

I just use the Silca tire pressure calculator (https://silca.cc/pages/pro-tire-pressure-calculator) to determine best tire pressure prior to a ride. Having to mess around with my tires mid-ride is...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-01-24, 07:46 PM
Replies: 5,453
Views: 3,881,721
Posted By jonathanf2

I did a few upgrades. I picked a pair of used...

I did a few upgrades. I picked a pair of used 29er carbon wheels and used an adapter to convert the front wheel from a 15mm to 12mm thru axle. In the process I opted to put on some fresh rubber! I...
Forum: Southern California
02-29-24, 05:05 PM
Replies: 2,882
Views: 359,783
Posted By jonathanf2

The spot is Lingua Franca...

The spot is Lingua Franca (https://www.instagram.com/linguafrancarestaurant) on the LA River Bike Path right next to Spokes Cafe. I prefer The Hermosillo (https://www.instagram.com/thehermosillo/) in...
Forum: Southern California
02-29-24, 11:47 AM
Replies: 2,882
Views: 359,783
Posted By jonathanf2

I always look at the bright side, my wife gifted...

I always look at the bright side, my wife gifted me a new phone so all my photos are new and improved. Though if I was riding a $10k + S-Works Aethos, I might be crying a bit more about my bike!
Forum: Southern California
02-29-24, 11:35 AM
Replies: 2,882
Views: 359,783
Posted By jonathanf2

Wednesday I did 26 miles on a beautiful day, but...

Wednesday I did 26 miles on a beautiful day, but with a few hiccups. I went to ride over at Griffith Park and I should have known the day would be tough, because on my way there a pigeon took a s**t...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-28-24, 11:11 AM
Replies: 113
Views: 3,862
Posted By jonathanf2

I've bought/sold a bunch of gear to dentists. The...

I've bought/sold a bunch of gear to dentists. The good thing about them is when selling, their equipment is well kept. They price low to sell and generally don't haggle price when buying. They're my...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-27-24, 01:41 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 3,862
Posted By jonathanf2

I see many parallels between cycling and...

I see many parallels between cycling and photography. Both have a large number of dentists involved with each activity. It's a good idea to make friends with them for the dental care and the ability...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-27-24, 01:31 PM
Replies: 608
Views: 19,613
Posted By jonathanf2

On my gravel bike I don't see an issue with...

On my gravel bike I don't see an issue with hookless. On large volume tires there's no need to pump air beyond 60 PSI. It was also super easy to bead my tubeless tires with just a regular floor pump....
Forum: Southern California
02-22-24, 07:07 PM
Replies: 2,882
Views: 359,783
Posted By jonathanf2

Wednesday I did 32 miles at Griffith. I was...

Wednesday I did 32 miles at Griffith. I was planning to go in the morning, but work had to interfere with my cycling! Anyways, I left around mid-afternoon and I was treated to some beautiful golden...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-16-24, 07:57 PM
Replies: 424
Views: 13,163
Posted By jonathanf2

Feel free to DM me, there's a whole other world...

Feel free to DM me, there's a whole other world of weight weenie bike components outside the mainstream of cycling. Being a weight weenie doesn't have to be very expensive!



One of my current...
Forum: Southern California
02-16-24, 12:15 PM
Replies: 2,882
Views: 359,783
Posted By jonathanf2

I did about 27 road/dirt miles on Wednesday. It...

I did about 27 road/dirt miles on Wednesday. It was a super nice day as well! My body has been sore all week, since I do mix of weight and cycling training throughout the week. I do alternate my days...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-16-24, 11:51 AM
Replies: 424
Views: 13,163
Posted By jonathanf2

After having built several bikes, I believe a...

After having built several bikes, I believe a lightweight bike is just more enjoyable to ride, plus I live in a hilly area that requires climbing every direction I go. Lightweight deep dish aero...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-14-24, 03:41 PM
Replies: 156
Views: 5,750
Posted By jonathanf2

Frame material doesn't matter. Immersive waxed...

Frame material doesn't matter. Immersive waxed chains are a universal upgrade that bike of all eras and price points can benefit from! :D
Forum: Southern California
02-11-24, 08:28 PM
Replies: 2,882
Views: 359,783
Posted By jonathanf2

I did 33 miles at Griffith Park this Sunday. I...

I did 33 miles at Griffith Park this Sunday. I dropped another cyclist and then got dropped by him right back on the hill climb. I redlined before the summit, even though I told myself I'd take it...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-09-24, 08:00 PM
Replies: 1,342
Views: 65,250
Posted By jonathanf2

I don't leave the chain in the ultrasonic cleaner...

I don't leave the chain in the ultrasonic cleaner after it finishes and I wipe it down as soon as I remove it. I let the chain air dry outside for about 30 minutes. Also wouldn't placing the chain in...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-09-24, 03:16 PM
Replies: 1,342
Views: 65,250
Posted By jonathanf2

Nothing beats a "crispy" waxed chain! ;)

Nothing beats a "crispy" waxed chain! ;)
Forum: Road Cycling
02-09-24, 01:30 PM
Replies: 1,342
Views: 65,250
Posted By jonathanf2

Do you use an ultrasonic cleaner? The moment I...

Do you use an ultrasonic cleaner? The moment I turn it on with boiling water and soap, I immediately see the grease dissolve off the chain. I find using boiling hot water really makes a difference. I...
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