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Forum: Road Cycling
05-04-16, 02:27 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 995
Posted By soom

I insured for up to $2000 on both websites. The...

I insured for up to $2000 on both websites. The bicycle shop did not say I was allowed to use any other service. I was under the impression that the label was to be done online and I would have to...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-04-16, 11:48 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 995
Posted By soom

All in all I think it's a bitter pill to swallow...

All in all I think it's a bitter pill to swallow as the cost is at least twice the amount I would've normally have paid. I tried to pay for the convenience but ended up paying for something I never...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-04-16, 11:35 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 995
Posted By soom

I'm not new at this and that's the point. I...

I'm not new at this and that's the point. I already knew about Bikeflights and I was comparing it to that price. It's $50 there + insured for the same amount and while yes I'm sure its packed well...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-04-16, 11:13 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 995
Posted By soom

Bicycle Shipment Pricing Issue ... Who's Fault?

Hi everyone,

So I'm visiting family in Sonoma County, CA and decided to ship my bicycle up. Due to the time constraint I did not take my bicycle with me on the plane which would of costed me $75....
Forum: Road Cycling
04-27-16, 02:29 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,716
Posted By soom

This was in reference to the past not the...

This was in reference to the past not the present. I was not answering op question necessarily.

I was responding to shelton specifically.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-27-16, 02:16 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,716
Posted By soom

Not sure how relevant is but again I made a post...

Not sure how relevant is but again I made a post about this all in the past. Look up the HTS code and see what the current import duty rates are.

I'm guessing your wheelset was around 300 bucks? ...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-21-16, 08:29 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,144
Posted By soom

http://www.amazon.com/Kask-Rapido-Cycling-Helmet-B...

http://www.amazon.com/Kask-Rapido-Cycling-Helmet-Black/dp/B00K2O44OM/ref=lp_9114400011_1_3?srs=9114400011&ie=UTF8&qid=1461292067&sr=8-3

If you have amazon prime it works out really well. Usually...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-15-16, 04:54 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,276
Posted By soom

White bar tape gets dirty pretty fast though....

White bar tape gets dirty pretty fast though. They could've taken this on some dusty paths and not worn gloves. Sweaty hands and dust arent a good combo for cork tape. 300-400 miles estimated isnt...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-08-16, 03:12 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,258
Posted By soom

It happened to me Sunday haha. I was in the...

It happened to me Sunday haha.

I was in the easiest gearing on a 4% hill and then i missed clipping in with my right foot. Since it was such easy gearing, my clipped in left leg spun the crank...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-06-16, 02:53 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,363
Posted By soom

Knock yourself out: BikeIsland.com - Bicycle...

Knock yourself out:

BikeIsland.com - Bicycle Parts, Accessories and Clothing at Affordable Prices with Free Shipping...
Forum: Southern California
04-05-16, 01:03 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,205
Posted By soom

Out of curiosity is this ride off road on gravel?

Out of curiosity is this ride off road on gravel?
Forum: Road Cycling
04-03-16, 09:52 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,504
Posted By soom

You may or may not need it. My dérailleur hanger...

You may or may not need it. My dérailleur hanger is positioned in such a way that the screw would hit the metal as my tubing is hidden behind the hanger.

I don't even know if I set up my...
Forum: Southern California
04-01-16, 11:32 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,713
Posted By soom

I think you mentioned in your previous thread how...

I think you mentioned in your previous thread how Wilmington felt terrible on the lungs. A former boss of mine used to work there in an office outpost and commented how it has high rates of cancer in...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-01-16, 11:17 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 14,148
Posted By soom

I'm just gonna put myself out there and flat out...

I'm just gonna put myself out there and flat out say that I like certain equipment looks. For this reason I eventually see myself with some dura-ace swag as opposed to my perfectly 100% functional,...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-01-16, 11:12 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 9,149
Posted By soom

I spoke to a BMC rep while test riding (gf got...

I spoke to a BMC rep while test riding (gf got the 2015 SLR03 Sora) the SLR02 and SLR03's who confirmed that the paint job was the major change. They may have changed up the carbon layup process but...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-01-16, 11:01 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 3,581
Posted By soom

Buy online and service LBS (if you don't know how...

Buy online and service LBS (if you don't know how / want to support).
Forum: Road Cycling
04-01-16, 12:25 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,038
Posted By soom

I actually tried the intenso ultegra (celeste...

I actually tried the intenso ultegra (celeste color only comes with ultegra in US it seems) and it was a stable+pleasant ride. Not as forward positioned as say a BMC SLR but I cannot compare it to...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-31-16, 12:25 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,195
Posted By soom

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V3nMnr8ZirI

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V3nMnr8ZirI
Forum: Road Cycling
03-31-16, 11:46 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,195
Posted By soom

I started cycling through use of a fixed gear and...

I started cycling through use of a fixed gear and it taught me a lot about control / speed / handling but the fact that they skidded enough to be in the other lane suggests IMO a few things:

1)...
Forum: Southern California
03-31-16, 11:21 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,713
Posted By soom

Sounds like a great ride something I definitely...

Sounds like a great ride something I definitely want to try with the lady in the future as well. :thumb:

I'm a bit biased here but might I recommend you stay in Long Beach as there's plenty of...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-29-16, 09:49 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,127
Posted By soom

Are they SPD-SL pedals? There was a tip floating...

Are they SPD-SL pedals? There was a tip floating online that one should drop the heel a bit then disengage.
Forum: Southern California
03-24-16, 04:41 AM
Replies: 1,476
Views: 2,068,523
Posted By soom

Get on the river trails and you can easily go for...

Get on the river trails and you can easily go for long rides. Note that though the trails are generally flat with no hills so you wont be building up your climbing ability. You may want to try biking...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-14-16, 07:47 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 9,270
Posted By soom

I know that most people use this method to...

I know that most people use this method to self-check but that would mean I have to get a vise. If this is the best method then I'll remember to use it when verifying the accuracy. Appreciate...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-14-16, 07:43 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 9,270
Posted By soom

I have a click type torque wrench rather than the...

I have a click type torque wrench rather than the beam type wrench. Is this still sturdy? Sorry for forgetting that bit. I'm sure I can figure out the equations online for the weight method and it...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-14-16, 07:37 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 7,233
Posted By soom

To the OP you want to find the angle and...

To the OP you want to find the angle and forward/aft position by going on rides and trying different settings out. You'll most likely find one that suits you best even though other people have that...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-14-16, 07:31 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 7,595
Posted By soom

Considering that they are generally perceived to...

Considering that they are generally perceived to be as quality it can be made as a suggestion. IMO Oakley is generally cheaper than other eyewear brands like RayBan / Persol / designer brands ......
Forum: Road Cycling
03-14-16, 05:34 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 7,233
Posted By soom

I dont think it's too much too soon but rather...

I dont think it's too much too soon but rather the actual seat you're on. If it's a stock saddle that came with the bicycle it's most likely not the right one for you. IMO unless you're buying a very...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-13-16, 12:35 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 9,270
Posted By soom

Dropped Torque Wrench

:notamused::notamused:

As title states I dropped my torque wrench from about desk level to my wood floors... any idea of how messed up it got? It's a Lifeline brand from Wiggle and I don't expect...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-13-16, 12:30 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 634
Posted By soom

1. Used will always save money over new. 2....

1. Used will always save money over new.
2. Alloy vs. Carbon I realize is a matter of personal preference. Get the bicycle you feel most home on. Get the right frame size as everything can be for...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-13-16, 12:08 AM
Replies: 129
Views: 7,969
Posted By soom

Yes they do. Run from the bottom of the...

Yes they do.

Run from the bottom of the hill to the top one day with a 20 lb backpack ... and run the same hill without that backpack. Under the same set of conditions you (after all if we're...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-11-16, 04:35 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 7,595
Posted By soom

I'll try to pop by a REI next week!

I'll try to pop by a REI next week!
Forum: Road Cycling
03-11-16, 04:16 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 7,595
Posted By soom

Whoops I did mean inexpensive and not cheaply...

Whoops I did mean inexpensive and not cheaply made products that consequently are budget purchases. I generally think "cheap" as under $100 in anything provided it's the trusted brand/item to get. I...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-10-16, 03:08 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,094
Posted By soom

What area seems to be strained when on your...

What area seems to be strained when on your commute? Perhaps it is your arms or maybe the seat is pushing your butt too far back?

I'm guessing that you're stretched too far in front (pulling arm...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-10-16, 02:13 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 7,595
Posted By soom

I need cheap sunglasses

I find that going downhill my eyes start watering and I'm squinting half the time.
Are there any cheap sunglasses that work well at speed and have lasted you well?

Or I guess "quality" brands...
Forum: Southern California
03-09-16, 03:19 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,939
Posted By soom

Here you go: ...

Here you go:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2016-campagnolo-granfondo-san-diego-registration-16868501141?ref=ebtnebregn&team_reg_type=individual

:o)
Forum: Road Cycling
03-04-16, 03:25 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 2,726
Posted By soom

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GaoLU6zKaws ...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GaoLU6zKaws

Glad you went and made it! How was the beer? The Portland restaurant scene I hear is pretty interesting haha.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-03-16, 02:12 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,461
Posted By soom

have you tried adjusting your cable tension after...

have you tried adjusting your cable tension after newer chain FD + RD

edit: did you index your gears as well again post chain change.

edit2: does this only happen with a certain wheelset? might...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-02-16, 08:06 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 2,726
Posted By soom

You'll either be able to recount a story...

You'll either be able to recount a story someday:50::50: about this epic or not-so-epic 18 mile ride for a beer or...
produce a sentence statement about that one time you didn't ride 18 miles for a...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-02-16, 04:35 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 602
Posted By soom

Materials/Finish on Shimano / SRAM / Camp groupsets?

Hi everyone,

I was wondering what people's opinions were on the different groupsets currently available in terms of finish and materials used. Coming from a track bicycle POV Sugino 75's / SRAM...
Forum: Southern California
02-29-16, 08:04 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,448
Posted By soom

True that. The two worst car offenders I want to...

True that. The two worst car offenders I want to take a U-lock and bash their windows in are:

1) The ones who purposely overtake you and rev by when the car lane width is generous (lame)
2) The...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-29-16, 07:56 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,751
Posted By soom

Spinner = higher rpms, less power delivery to...

Spinner = higher rpms, less power delivery to complete a full revolution
Masher = lower rpms, more power delivery to complete a full revolution

It is in reference to whatever your natural...
Forum: Southern California
02-29-16, 04:44 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,448
Posted By soom

I live in San Diego now and when I cycle down the...

I live in San Diego now and when I cycle down the coast (Carlsbad to La Jolla) joggers are out and usually they jog with the flow of traffic. Most are on the sidewalk but some do go onto the bicycle...
Forum: Southern California
02-29-16, 04:37 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,448
Posted By soom

Haha I've biked from Huntington Beach along Beach...

Haha I've biked from Huntington Beach along Beach Blvd all the way down to Malvern before. I've never ventured onto the sidewalk but I stayed as close to the right as possible in the street. Usually...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-29-16, 04:13 AM
Replies: 142
Views: 7,877
Posted By soom

I skimmed this thread to just see how it got to...

I skimmed this thread to just see how it got to page 4 already but was it ever explored with OP what the dietary factors were the day(s) before?

If you consume an entire package of Oreos,...
Forum: Southern California
02-29-16, 03:49 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,939
Posted By soom

Okay wanted to update because I made an important...

Okay wanted to update because I made an important and probably relevant discovery. The group ride I referenced in this thread was a 0 ft flat land ride of ~30 miles. This was a piece of cake for me...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-29-16, 03:32 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,751
Posted By soom

I am 5'10 and 3/4 inches tall or as my doctor...

I am 5'10 and 3/4 inches tall or as my doctor said let's just put you down as 5'11. I also ride with 170mm cranks!

Here is my conclusive answer to OP: There are indeed certain benefits to both...
Forum: Southern California
02-12-16, 04:03 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,245
Posted By soom

Woops thanks for the clarification. It's an ocean...

Woops thanks for the clarification. It's an ocean view for several miles which is what California is all about haha.
Forum: Southern California
02-12-16, 03:56 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,939
Posted By soom

Depending on your fitness level if you average 10...

Depending on your fitness level if you average 10 mph you'll be done with the 56 around 6 hours. Given the early start time thats only after lunch so I'm sure you can challenge yourself. I did a...
Forum: Southern California
02-12-16, 03:34 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,245
Posted By soom

I live a mile from the Pizza Port in Carlsbad and...

I live a mile from the Pizza Port in Carlsbad and I much prefer the vibe/pizza at the Solana Beach location. You can enjoy a nice ride to that location with a coastal view. If you're in close...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-12-16, 01:36 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,754
Posted By soom

Perfect thats a great idea. I usually ride along...

Perfect thats a great idea. I usually ride along the coast in San Diego, CA and I see women club rides and they usually have kit that I have no idea where they're from. Maybe I should flag one of...
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