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Forum: Road Cycling
04-25-24, 06:54 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,851
Posted By PeteHski

I’m in the 75-80 kg weight range over a typical...

I’m in the 75-80 kg weight range over a typical year. But I don’t think my tyre choice would change if I was any lighter or heavier. I don’t put a great emphasis on rotational mass or aero (within...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-25-24, 06:33 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 777
Posted By PeteHski

Over here in the UK, it’s the pedal assist bikes...

Over here in the UK, it’s the pedal assist bikes that are most popular among leisure cyclists and commuters. It’s rare to see throttle controlled e-bikes here. They just want a bicycle that is...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-25-24, 06:02 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 195
Posted By PeteHski

SIS is a good brand to try. They have a wide...

SIS is a good brand to try. They have a wide range of energy gels, bars and drink mix. Protein bars are better for post ride recovery. Carbs are what you need on the bike.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-25-24, 05:57 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 1,384
Posted By PeteHski

If we stick to the subject of carbon bars, there...

If we stick to the subject of carbon bars, there is no pseudoscience in the materials, layup design and manufacture of reputable products. The problem is when cheap unknown knockoffs potentially...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-25-24, 03:25 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 990
Posted By PeteHski

I still find HR a very useful metric alongside...

I still find HR a very useful metric alongside power.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-25-24, 12:26 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 990
Posted By PeteHski

To me the HRM is just another BT/ANT+ sensor. ...

To me the HRM is just another BT/ANT+ sensor. The Polar OH1 has its own logging capability, but I use it with a Garmin head unit. My OH1 was less than £50 from memory. When worn on my upper arm I...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-25-24, 08:38 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 777
Posted By PeteHski

It will be interesting to see how well your post...

It will be interesting to see how well your post ages. There will definitely be a whole load of e-motorbikes in the future, but e-bikes with variable pedal assist will also continue to be popular. ...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-25-24, 04:53 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,116
Posted By PeteHski

Yeah, it was never advertised much. I guess there...

Yeah, it was never advertised much. I guess there wasn’t enough demand. But it shows that they were aiming at a market for the Varia beyond racers who would have a dedicated head unit as a matter of...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-25-24, 04:40 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 193
Posted By PeteHski

Same here. I love most sports, but for some...

Same here. I love most sports, but for some reason I find strength training mind-numbingly tedious. My wife loves it though!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-25-24, 04:36 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 166
Posted By PeteHski

Once you tighten the two crank arm screws then it...

Once you tighten the two crank arm screws then it doesn’t do anything. It’s a bit like the top cap on a stem ie it provides a small preload until you torque down the actual clamping screws.

So on...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-25-24, 04:05 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 634
Posted By PeteHski

Only you can decide for yourself if it does...

Only you can decide for yourself if it does everything your Roubaix can do. Not much point in asking here.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-25-24, 04:03 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 777
Posted By PeteHski

So you think people riding e-road bikes and...

So you think people riding e-road bikes and e-MTBs for leisure really wanted an e-motor bike? I think your crystal ball is broken. The distinctions are real and valid, just as they are with regular...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-25-24, 03:38 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 990
Posted By PeteHski

HRMs are relatively cheap. I recommend the Polar...

HRMs are relatively cheap. I recommend the Polar OH1+ or newer Polar Verity Sense. Garmin bike computers don’t incorporate an HRM unless you meant Garmin watches. They just link to your HRM for...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-25-24, 03:19 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 193
Posted By PeteHski

I think you have to compromise your riding time...

I think you have to compromise your riding time to fit strength training into your schedule. Rest days are not rest days if you do strength training. But it might work for you at first if your...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-24-24, 06:58 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 60,062
Posted By PeteHski

I would just get on with the warranty claim at...

I would just get on with the warranty claim at this point.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-24-24, 06:45 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,116
Posted By PeteHski

Garmin even has a dedicated Varia display unit...

Garmin even has a dedicated Varia display unit too. So you can use a Varia without a GPS or a phone. I guess this caters for commuters and casual cyclists who don’t have a GPS unit or want their...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-24-24, 03:07 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 60,062
Posted By PeteHski

The OP was 8 years ago, so you would hope SRAM...

The OP was 8 years ago, so you would hope SRAM has resolved this issue if it was common. Mine is from 2022 and has no shift issues.

What settings did you change in the app that you think might...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-24-24, 01:09 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 226
Posted By PeteHski

Mine occasionally does this too. It only happens...

Mine occasionally does this too. It only happens momentarily and doesn’t appear to affect other sensor connections. I just get the disconnection warning and then it reconnects straight away.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-24-24, 12:39 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 634
Posted By PeteHski

The average speed at Paris-Roubaix is very high...

The average speed at Paris-Roubaix is very high and it is mostly paved road. So they are prioritising aero over more compliance on the cobbles. I agree that the wider tyres also make that choice...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-24-24, 12:33 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 60,062
Posted By PeteHski

Maybe your FD is faulty?

Maybe your FD is faulty?
Forum: Road Cycling
04-24-24, 09:08 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 60,062
Posted By PeteHski

How come mine doesn't do that then?

How come mine doesn't do that then?
Forum: Road Cycling
04-24-24, 09:04 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,851
Posted By PeteHski

If you are riding competitive TTs then the aero...

If you are riding competitive TTs then the aero advantage of slightly narrower tyres might come into play. Otherwise I doubt it matters. Whatever you weigh, lower pressures are going to provide an...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-24-24, 07:47 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 1,384
Posted By PeteHski

They are very good at vibration damping. When I...

They are very good at vibration damping. When I moved to carbon bars on both my mtb and road bikes I noticed an improvement in this respect. The weight saving I agree is secondary and I didn't...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-24-24, 05:24 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 1,384
Posted By PeteHski

Well my perception of super-cheap, totally...

Well my perception of super-cheap, totally unbranded components is one of complete lottery and it can be assumed that no signficant QC was involved in the process. The best you can hope for is that...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-24-24, 04:25 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 777
Posted By PeteHski

Thread title reminds me of this:- ...

Thread title reminds me of this:-

https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81KqOiNgbmL._AC_UF1000,1000_QL80_.jpg
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-24-24, 04:21 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,845
Posted By PeteHski

This reminds me of a very wealthy guy I know who...

This reminds me of a very wealthy guy I know who used to say that you could park anywhere you like in London for £50 (cost of a parking ticket at the time - mid 90s). No need to spend money...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-24-24, 04:16 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 1,384
Posted By PeteHski

After years of hard riding I would change your...

After years of hard riding I would change your bars anyway, regardless of their provenance and what they are made out of. It's just not worth the bet with componenets that can potentially put you on...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-24-24, 04:11 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 1,384
Posted By PeteHski

I guess you think it's all the same stuff, just...

I guess you think it's all the same stuff, just with a different price tag right?
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-24-24, 04:08 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 990
Posted By PeteHski

Yeah at this point the money would be better...

Yeah at this point the money would be better saved toward a better bike. Monitoring your HR and average speeds over your regular routes should show obvious progress at this point. A PM is very...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-24-24, 03:50 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 1,384
Posted By PeteHski

I'm pretty sure Topeak doesn't make carbon bars,...

I'm pretty sure Topeak doesn't make carbon bars, so I think it was a typo.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-24-24, 03:08 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,851
Posted By PeteHski

For most riders the improvement in ride quality...

For most riders the improvement in ride quality and grip are likely to be more important than any aero differences between them. Lower pressures are also a major advantage when running tubeless...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-24-24, 02:51 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 1,384
Posted By PeteHski

Carbon bars are great, but not something to go...

Carbon bars are great, but not something to go cheap on for obvious reasons.
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
04-23-24, 11:11 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 413
Posted By PeteHski

Course safety management is the only effective...

Course safety management is the only effective solution. That was relatively easy in F1 as the circuits are short and mostly purpose designed. Slower corners, massive run off areas and better...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-23-24, 10:37 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 4,578
Posted By PeteHski

Or maybe they simply don't like eating...

Or maybe they simply don't like eating vegetables. I've known a few people like that, although they usually eat fries for their carbs. Millions of people also eat the crappy Western junk diet for...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-23-24, 10:30 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 990
Posted By PeteHski

Same here. I find power very useful for pacing,...

Same here. I find power very useful for pacing, especially on long climbs. It's also more useful than speed for tracking fitness. But I don't bother with a PM on my mtb where I am more focused on...
Forum: Indoor & Stationary Cycling Forum
04-23-24, 04:22 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,787
Posted By PeteHski

Trainers usually do require a warm-up period...

Trainers usually do require a warm-up period before accurate calibration. So I would say that is probably normal.

I would also check the power at various steady state power intervals eg 100,...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-23-24, 04:15 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 900
Posted By PeteHski

If you are on a very low carb diet and want to...

If you are on a very low carb diet and want to ride further then you need to ride slower to stay in the predominantly fat burning zone. Over time your speed should still improve, but if you go too...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-22-24, 12:52 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 275
Posted By PeteHski

I have had no issues with the build quality of my...

I have had no issues with the build quality of my 2022 Endurace. It’s a really nice ride and very comfortable, especially with the split carbon seatpost. The integrated carbon bar/stem is also very...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-22-24, 09:32 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 4,578
Posted By PeteHski

A vegan diet is nowhere near as extreme as the...

A vegan diet is nowhere near as extreme as the carnivore diet. It doesn't exclude any of the macronutrients for a start.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-21-24, 02:42 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 4,578
Posted By PeteHski

What intriguing information did you find? I...

What intriguing information did you find?

I had a quick look and quickly dismissed it as a bunch of unqualified pseudoscience and fad diet pushers and cultish influencers. Qualified experts in...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-21-24, 01:27 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 4,578
Posted By PeteHski

Can you provide a credible qualified source which...

Can you provide a credible qualified source which actually supports the carnivore diet?

Eating meat in moderation as part of a mixed diet is quite a different proposition from living...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-21-24, 08:12 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 4,578
Posted By PeteHski

The standard American diet speaks for itself. ...

The standard American diet speaks for itself. It’s a very low bar. The carnivore diet is totally devoid of fibre, so I don’t see that being very healthy in the long run.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-21-24, 07:55 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 810
Posted By PeteHski

It’s actually more likely that the dropped stay...

It’s actually more likely that the dropped stay frame will have a longer seat tube. Look at the photos in the first post. Most of the modern bikes with full length stays have a steep sloping TT and...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-21-24, 04:48 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 529
Posted By PeteHski

Sounds good. 130-140 mm fork travel is a nice...

Sounds good. 130-140 mm fork travel is a nice compromise too. This kind of bike will be much nicer to ride singletrack than your fatbike.

My 2019 Canyon Neuron has a 67.5 HT and 74.5 ST and can...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-21-24, 03:31 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 357
Posted By PeteHski

This is an interesting upgrade and something I...

This is an interesting upgrade and something I had never considered before. I love AXS on my road bike, but my mountain bike still has mechanical Eagle X01. I would be tempted to upgrade, but I quite...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-21-24, 03:06 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,193
Posted By PeteHski

Same here. My last 26” mtb was a 2004 Ventana,...

Same here. My last 26” mtb was a 2004 Ventana, which I rode up until 2015. Like the Turner, it was an iconic bike of the time, but my current 29” Canyon is much better in every regard, especially...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-21-24, 02:40 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 2,856
Posted By PeteHski

I think this bike will work pretty well for...

I think this bike will work pretty well for commuting and certainly for light trail riding. But to end up with a $9k XC race bike just to get SRAM AXS and a flat bar is absolutely nuts! But at...
Forum: Indoor & Stationary Cycling Forum
04-21-24, 02:25 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 232
Posted By PeteHski

No problems here. I was on Zwift last night. Mac...

No problems here. I was on Zwift last night. Mac version.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-20-24, 06:52 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 4,578
Posted By PeteHski

The carnivore diet gets a double thumbs down from...

The carnivore diet gets a double thumbs down from the scientist in this Zoe podcast. It’s interesting that there are no credible long term scientific studies of this diet.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-20-24, 04:44 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 810
Posted By PeteHski

Yeah, it’s the top tube slope that matters for...

Yeah, it’s the top tube slope that matters for seat tube exposure.
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