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Forum: Road Cycling
04-29-24, 07:14 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 626
Posted By PeteHski

Yeah, I could have just said check the battery...

Yeah, I could have just said check the battery level before a big ride. It doesn’t have to be charged to 100%. For max battery longevity you are better off charging to around 80% anyway and not...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-29-24, 07:04 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 804
Posted By PeteHski

Which framesets are you comparing?

Which framesets are you comparing?
Forum: Road Cycling
04-29-24, 05:34 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 626
Posted By PeteHski

The main advantage in your case is that you don’t...

The main advantage in your case is that you don’t need to change anything. Unless you have a problem I would just ride it and charge the battery before a big ride.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-29-24, 05:30 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 804
Posted By PeteHski

The weight saving aspect of this cost is poor...

The weight saving aspect of this cost is poor value, but you generally get a higher quality build ie higher level groupset, nicer wheels etc. it’s not only about the weight.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-29-24, 05:05 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 3,164
Posted By PeteHski

Strava does make a distinction between virtual...

Strava does make a distinction between virtual segments on a trainer app such as Zwift or Rouvy and real life road segments. They are not mixed together.
Forum: Indoor & Stationary Cycling Forum
04-29-24, 04:58 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 74
Posted By PeteHski

The power you produce (Watts) on the stationary...

The power you produce (Watts) on the stationary bike will transfer pretty well onto the road. Resistance on the road will vary with many factors including wind, road surface, gradient, tyres, aero,...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-29-24, 04:46 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 804
Posted By PeteHski

Bodyweight also naturally varies by 2-4 lbs over...

Bodyweight also naturally varies by 2-4 lbs over the course of a day.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-29-24, 02:24 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 626
Posted By PeteHski

Refinement of existing tech is just common sense...

Refinement of existing tech is just common sense and a basic engineering principle.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-29-24, 02:06 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 3,164
Posted By PeteHski

375W gets you to around 11-12 mph on a 7.5%...

375W gets you to around 11-12 mph on a 7.5% slope. You need about 1000W to average 24 mph on that climb.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-29-24, 01:59 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 319
Posted By PeteHski

The BG insoles don’t compress much, so there is...

The BG insoles don’t compress much, so there is little to wear out. I wondered if the material would degrade over time, but it doesn’t show any signs. I’m no lightweight at 80 kg and routinely wear...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-29-24, 01:52 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 626
Posted By PeteHski

Nobody is forcing you to buy new stuff every...

Nobody is forcing you to buy new stuff every year. Drivetrain incremental upgrades are not even annual in any case. It’s more like every 3-5 years and there is always room for improvement.
...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-29-24, 10:23 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 3,164
Posted By PeteHski

24 mph on a 7.5% slope at 180W is complete...

24 mph on a 7.5% slope at 180W is complete fantasy cycling. I suspect there was a bug in the program that generated those times. You see the same thing with Zwift Strava segments. Ridiculous speeds...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-29-24, 10:18 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 626
Posted By PeteHski

Did he actually ride it with Di2 and disliked it...

Did he actually ride it with Di2 and disliked it enough to go to the expense of converting to mechanical
or was he just dead set against trying something different?

I can fully understand not...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-29-24, 09:34 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 626
Posted By PeteHski

What are you not liking that motivates you enough...

What are you not liking that motivates you enough to consider all the hassle of converting it to mechanical? I can certainly understand someone not wanting to convert from existing mechanical to...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-29-24, 08:41 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 3,164
Posted By PeteHski

Those top 10 times are all complete bs lol

Those top 10 times are all complete bs lol
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-29-24, 08:34 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 3,164
Posted By PeteHski

Hey I managed to hold the live NY Central Park...

Hey I managed to hold the live NY Central Park loop lap orange jersey on Zwift for a couple of hours the other day! I think my laptime was 15:33. It wasn't a full on effort, so I was a bit...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-29-24, 08:26 AM
Replies: 127
Views: 10,156
Posted By PeteHski

This forum is full of guys with expensive bikes...

This forum is full of guys with expensive bikes who are not riding at a level where marginal gains make a difference. I think it's more about how much enjoyment and satisfaction they get out of...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-29-24, 08:04 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 626
Posted By PeteHski

What is it that you prefer about the mechanical...

What is it that you prefer about the mechanical shifters? I went from Shimano mechanical to SRAM AXS electronic and much prefer the SRAM ergonomics. I was never in love with the feel of Shimano...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-29-24, 07:59 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 2,594
Posted By PeteHski

I totally agree about the 530. Mine is ok now...

I totally agree about the 530. Mine is ok now it's set up, but the menu system is a complete mess. It's good to know that the touchscreen units are a big improvement otherwise I would be looking...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-29-24, 07:53 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 2,594
Posted By PeteHski

I presume this is a joke.

I presume this is a joke.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-29-24, 07:43 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,194
Posted By PeteHski

I don't think edge cases where you might briefly...

I don't think edge cases where you might briefly pull up on the pedals (standing start sprint, climbing at very low cadence etc) are really applicable to this general comment. I'm pretty sure this...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-29-24, 07:23 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 2,594
Posted By PeteHski

Just to be clear, UI is not a problem with the...

Just to be clear, UI is not a problem with the Garmin Varia as the default display is fine and there is very little setup involved - mainly just choosing flash modes on the light, which is fairly...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-29-24, 06:09 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 2,594
Posted By PeteHski

Good point, but it's nowhere near as bad as it...

Good point, but it's nowhere near as bad as it sounds ie. it reconnects instantly, so you just get a pop up warning, maybe once or twice on a century ride. Some of my other sensors momentarily lose...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-29-24, 05:38 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 319
Posted By PeteHski

Are you talking specifically about the...

Are you talking specifically about the Specialized BG insoles here? I don’t see or feel any wear on mine and they don’t lose their support. I compared a heavily used 3 year old pair against a nearly...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-29-24, 05:29 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 2,594
Posted By PeteHski

I know where you are coming from, but the Varia...

I know where you are coming from, but the Varia is not your typical Garmin product ie it actually works reliably and intuitively out of the box, bug free.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-29-24, 05:19 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 804
Posted By PeteHski

It’s 5% overweight. I agree it’s more than you...

It’s 5% overweight. I agree it’s more than you would expect, even with minor spec changes. Assuming the scales were accurate.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-29-24, 04:08 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 804
Posted By PeteHski

I’m a sub 4W/kg FTP rider. So 1kg (2.2 lbs) to me...

I’m a sub 4W/kg FTP rider. So 1kg (2.2 lbs) to me is worth just under 4W when climbing or accelerating at FTP. It’s something, but not a lot. 1 lb would be in the noise.

I often carry 2x 1L...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-28-24, 09:06 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,194
Posted By PeteHski

That’s very interesting. Can you provide any...

That’s very interesting. Can you provide any evidence for this claim?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-28-24, 06:27 AM
Replies: 95
Views: 3,067
Posted By PeteHski

These are branded goods with a growing...

These are branded goods with a growing reputation. You can say the same about some of the Chinese carbon wheel and frame brands.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-28-24, 06:18 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 2,594
Posted By PeteHski

It works very well for some applications, but not...

It works very well for some applications, but not all. I do find wireless phone chargers convenient in the car.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-28-24, 04:30 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 2,594
Posted By PeteHski

While I totally agree it is a complete mess, at...

While I totally agree it is a complete mess, at what point do you decide that a single connector is good enough for every application, forever? USB-C is a vast improvement over anything that was...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-28-24, 03:31 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,194
Posted By PeteHski

This sums it up in one short paragraph:- ...

This sums it up in one short paragraph:-
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-27-24, 09:15 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 942
Posted By PeteHski

It looks like they were struggling with all their...

It looks like they were struggling with all their product lines (power meters, gym bikes, smart bikes, bike computers) and some ongoing financial dispute with Giant. Maybe Giant will now acquire...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-27-24, 07:20 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,352
Posted By PeteHski

I doubt that will be a problem with hypothetical...

I doubt that will be a problem with hypothetical clothing.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-27-24, 05:37 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 479
Posted By PeteHski

That would make sense if you were actually...

That would make sense if you were actually thinking about buying one.

The parts certainly exist in 70-120 mm stem lengths as fitted to the various different frame sizes. What is unclear is their...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-27-24, 05:33 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 2,594
Posted By PeteHski

Connector standards occasionally benefit from...

Connector standards occasionally benefit from change. Otherwise we would all be stuck using RS232 serial connectors. The original FireWire connector also looks ridiculous today, but was considered...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-27-24, 05:14 AM
Replies: 111
Views: 4,569
Posted By PeteHski

The 80s for me was a low point in general fashion...

The 80s for me was a low point in general fashion trends. Anyone remember one piece pastel coloured ski suits of that era? There was one old guy still rocking one of those on our local hill until...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-27-24, 05:08 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 319
Posted By PeteHski

I have 3 pairs of these (green-high version) and...

I have 3 pairs of these (green-high version) and they don’t appear to squish down at all over 3 years. I have 1 pair that I use at least 10x as much as the others and I can’t tell any difference...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-27-24, 04:13 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 2,594
Posted By PeteHski

You are doing well there. I have many devices...

You are doing well there. I have many devices with the various sizes of USB-A and a growing number with USB-C. It would be nice to have all devices with a single connector and USB-C is a better...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-27-24, 03:48 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 479
Posted By PeteHski

The new Endurace has the same adjustable...

The new Endurace has the same adjustable width/height bars and they don’t appear to be in stock at this point as a separate item in different stem lengths. So that would be a major issue for anyone...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-27-24, 03:29 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 989
Posted By PeteHski

I’m the same with event feed zones. I often skip...

I’m the same with event feed zones. I often skip them completely or just use them to refill bottles. On the L’Etape du Tour we had a private feed station where I could store my own bag. But I will...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-26-24, 04:26 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 989
Posted By PeteHski

Yep, 3 gels per hour is about my going rate for a...

Yep, 3 gels per hour is about my going rate for a hard ride, alongside a bottle of carb mix. I go easy on the broccoli florets 😂

It is practically impossible to over-fuel if you are riding hard....
Forum: Road Cycling
04-26-24, 04:09 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,194
Posted By PeteHski

That’s a bad idea and ineffective, although there...

That’s a bad idea and ineffective, although there are guys on BF who are totally convinced that they produce power by pulling up on their pedals.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-26-24, 03:59 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 3,067
Posted By PeteHski

😂 you think the unbranded knockoff merchants care...

😂 you think the unbranded knockoff merchants care about internet reviews or product quality and safety?

The major brands work to recognised professional standards which guarantees a safe product...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-26-24, 01:31 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 989
Posted By PeteHski

Length of ride and how hard you are riding are...

Length of ride and how hard you are riding are the main things to consider.

For long, hard rides (4+ hours) I usually aim to consume 50-80g of carbs per hour in various formats. I usually start...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-26-24, 12:48 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 2,594
Posted By PeteHski

I don’t think it would even charge faster anyway....

I don’t think it would even charge faster anyway. I know that USB-C has a higher power rating, but most of my chargers are USB-A anyway.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-26-24, 11:44 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 558
Posted By PeteHski

It is certainly a good start to build from. I...

It is certainly a good start to build from. I remember when I did regular gym lifting the muscle fatigue was on another level compared to this kind of base strength work. So there has to be some...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-26-24, 11:36 AM
Replies: 95
Views: 3,067
Posted By PeteHski

Yeah, when I buy products I look for proven...

Yeah, when I buy products I look for proven quality and usually avoid random unbranded gear unless it is something trivial. I’ve never had to sue using this basic principle.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-26-24, 11:29 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 2,594
Posted By PeteHski

The best I can come up with is that USB-C is...

The best I can come up with is that USB-C is perhaps a slightly less fragile connector than the older micro USB and can be plugged in either way around. Not exactly a game-changer though.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-26-24, 05:51 AM
Replies: 95
Views: 3,067
Posted By PeteHski

Brand reputation and history is the main...

Brand reputation and history is the main evidence. If I buy an S-Works carbon bar I can reasonably expect a high level of quality and safety. If I buy a random unknown, unbranded carbon bar then I...
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