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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-14-21, 08:37 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 631
Posted By nrsmd

Got it. Answer is 3.

Got it. Answer is 3.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-14-21, 08:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 631
Posted By nrsmd

Cassette Replacement

I have a Specialized 2012 (or so) Roubaix Ultegra with a 10-speed cassette. Can I switch to an 11-speed cassette (Shimano Ultegra R8000) by:
1) Taking the old off and putting the new one on, quick...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-05-21, 12:36 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,051
Posted By nrsmd

What would you recommend for wheels that won't...

What would you recommend for wheels that won't cost more than the bike itself (Specialized Roubaix Carbon frame, ~ $3,000 several years ago; DT Swiss 3.0 stock wheels)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-05-21, 12:18 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,051
Posted By nrsmd

I am thinking of China-made carbon Fiber...

I am thinking of China-made carbon Fiber (SuperTeam $375.00), Conti 5000 ($110), and 10 speed Shimano cassette ($75.00) = $550.00
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-05-21, 07:33 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,051
Posted By nrsmd

Wheel/tires/cassette for Triathlon race day

Does it make any sense to do my ordinary biking/training with my stock wheelset (700s; road bike) and create a second full set for race day with the expensive aero wheels, cassette, and low...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-01-21, 09:20 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 663
Posted By nrsmd

Bike pump recommendation that you found could get...

Bike pump recommendation that you found could get pressure up to120 or so?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-01-21, 07:11 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 663
Posted By nrsmd

Conti 5000 tire pressure

I just bought these tires (700 X 25C). I wanted these tires to increase my speed for race day due to reduced tire resistance, as advertised, and the tire's popularity. I know it won't make a very...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-27-21, 08:08 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,111
Posted By nrsmd

Tire recommendations

I'm no speed burner but for an upcoming Sprint triathlon, I am debating between Conti 5000 (tube) and Vittoria Corsa G2.0 (tube). Interestingly, they are identically priced. I am replacing Vittoria...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-24-21, 10:16 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 6,003
Posted By nrsmd

So, that is helpful and a Go. Now, what if I...

So, that is helpful and a Go.

Now, what if I purchase aero rims.? Will I get a measurable boost in speed adding carbon fiber rims (assume cost about $400-$500 for the pair of rims)?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-24-21, 09:28 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 6,003
Posted By nrsmd

All things being equal. Is there a speed increase...

All things being equal. Is there a speed increase that is measurable?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-24-21, 09:09 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 6,003
Posted By nrsmd

Bike tire rolling resistance and speed

Assume tires with a rolling resistance of 20 watts. Now replace with tires with a rolling resistance of 10 watts. What speed increase, if any, can I expect all things being equal?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-10-21, 03:34 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 509
Posted By nrsmd

Cervelo P4, (Circa 2011)

Looking for help to be able to adjust the rear brakes. Any help to direct me to where I can find the information would be appreciated. As you may know, the rear brake is "hidden" and adjacent to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-28-21, 09:08 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,416
Posted By nrsmd

Neck pain on Aero/Triathlon bike

Being so far facing down and needing to lift my neck to see the road, I have tried everything I know to ease posterior neck pain (raising handlebars). Has anyone tried using a forward-facing mirror...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-25-21, 07:58 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,195
Posted By nrsmd

Continental 5000

This tire claims less rolling resistance than the 4000. Is it wishful thinking that the same energy I put out for both tires will translate to a higher speed (MPH) with the 5000 than with the 4000? ...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-24-21, 08:41 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,372
Posted By nrsmd

Thank you for your quick response. If all...

Thank you for your quick response.

If all 3 will work, does it make any difference performance-wise which one to choose?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-24-21, 08:31 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,953
Posted By nrsmd

Bike tire width

It seems intuitive that thinner tires should travel faster than wider tires, but maybe not.

What do you recommend for a road bike (700C) tire width and air pressure?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-24-21, 08:28 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,372
Posted By nrsmd

Continental bike tires

I am planning on buying the Continental 5000 bike tires at Amazon: ...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-27-19, 07:03 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,646
Posted By nrsmd

Hills

Is lower limb weight lifting recommended for a cyclist? I weight lift evenly upper and lower body, and I know that is good. I feel stronger. But, my legs are always at least somewhat tired so bike...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-24-18, 05:28 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,081
Posted By nrsmd

"Tubeless ready"

I read that before considering going tubeless, be sure your wheel is "tubless ready." I had thought that all wheels were tubleles ready, but the tire is the the critical item that has to be tubless...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-01-18, 08:45 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 638
Posted By nrsmd

Would these work on my Specialized 29 Crave? ...

Would these work on my Specialized 29 Crave?

Found on AMAZON $179.00

Mavic Rim 29er Mountain Bike Wheels with Disc Brake Shimano Hubs PLUS Free Continental 29x2.2" Race King Tires and Tubes!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-01-18, 08:37 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 638
Posted By nrsmd

You are wonderfully kind to research for me, I...

You are wonderfully kind to research for me, I being a novice where "a little knowledge can be dangerous."

I am thinking of keeping the back tire the same regardless of trail or pavement. I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-31-18, 09:02 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 638
Posted By nrsmd

Wheel sets

I have a Specialized Crave 29er. Id like to have a separate wheel set to interchange with the originals that came with the bike for different terrains.

Are wheel sets interchangable? Or how can I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-25-18, 06:42 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 25,338
Posted By nrsmd

Vittoria Zaffiro Pro III 25 Tire, Black Fold,...

Vittoria Zaffiro Pro III 25 Tire, Black Fold, (700x25c) for my road bike Already installed

Maxxis Minion DHR II (not yet installed) and Maxxis Minion DHF (not yet installed) for my MTB
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-25-18, 06:29 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 25,338
Posted By nrsmd

Tire direction.

Is it possible to install new tires " backward?" That is, are treads omnidirectional or unidirectional? Never even considered that tread of my new tires could be spinning in the wrong direction.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-24-18, 05:49 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 566
Posted By nrsmd

Maxxis bike tires

I am an all around biker, Specialized Crave 29er that needs new tires. I'm a fair weather biker, like single tracks, occasionally I will ride on hard surfaces. I care not to be competitive, just...
Forum: Introductions
02-24-18, 12:31 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 442
Posted By nrsmd

Maxxis tires

I am an all around biker, Specialized Crave 29er that needs new tires. I'm a fair weather biker, like single tracks, occasionally I will ride on hard surfaces. I care not to be competitive, just...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-22-18, 05:45 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,254
Posted By nrsmd

50/50 road/single track trail biking, so I need a...

50/50 road/single track trail biking, so I need a tread that can also handle pavement.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-22-18, 04:09 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,254
Posted By nrsmd

Are wider tires more advantageous to give a...

Are wider tires more advantageous to give a firmer grip to the road?

Also, the tread on the rear is different than the tread on the front, so I suppose replacing them could mean different treads...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-22-18, 03:40 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,254
Posted By nrsmd

Mountain bike tire sizes

My Specialized mountain bike has 29 X 2.0 on the front and 29 X 2.1 on the rear. Most tires I research are 2.2 and higher? What size tire with will fit on 29 rims?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-15-17, 07:22 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,086
Posted By nrsmd

2.00 width. 170 pounds tube tires.

2.00 width.

170 pounds

tube tires.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-13-17, 07:08 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,086
Posted By nrsmd

Tire air pressure

I typically raise my PSI to 30 and 30 on my 29er Specialized hard tail mountain bike. While riding on a single track my front tire went into a very small gully, and I went down. I was riding...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-13-16, 08:04 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 557
Posted By nrsmd

Novice Tire Question

My tire on my Specialized road bike is 700 X 23/25. I purchased Vittoria pro training (Amazon) 700 X 25c. Before putting them on, I was surprised that they seem SO wide in the box. Are these the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-14-14, 06:33 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 817
Posted By nrsmd

Wicking jersey

I am currently wearing a Target Duo-Dri tee shirt for biking ($12-13) but heat build up and retained sweating continues to keeps my rides shorter and exhausting. Is there a better wicking jersey that...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-10-14, 02:10 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,505
Posted By nrsmd

Humid and Riding

I have trouble with humidity and heat build up,despite plenty of water. Wearing Champion C9 Duo-Dri from Target, no real help. Is there a better wicking tee shirt? At this point, I'll pay any price...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-02-14, 11:09 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,565
Posted By nrsmd

Shirt for biking

I am a male somewhat elderly. I have a particular problem with overheating despite wearing a nylon shirt and shorts in the summer. I hydrate as much as possible but During the heat of the summer at...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-04-13, 05:29 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 509
Posted By nrsmd

Storage bag for bike

I have the opportunity to permanently store a road bike in a closed (but not totally sealed) outside storage room right at the beach 100 feet from the ocean so I can ride whenever I visit. I want to...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-08-13, 09:11 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 13,947
Posted By nrsmd

For the 25 mm width tires recommended, is it...

For the 25 mm width tires recommended, is it better to use 700 x 20-25 mm tube or the 700 x 25-32 mm tube, or does it not make a difference?
Forum: Road Cycling
02-08-13, 08:20 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 13,947
Posted By nrsmd

I saw your Roubaix SL2. I have a SL3, and love...

I saw your Roubaix SL2. I have a SL3, and love it. It fits like a glove, hardly any road vibration.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-08-13, 08:10 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 13,947
Posted By nrsmd

I am seeing tube sizes as 32mm presta valve and...

I am seeing tube sizes as 32mm presta valve and 40mm presta valve. What do these measurements refer to? Does it affect the type of air pump?
Forum: Road Cycling
02-08-13, 08:09 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 13,947
Posted By nrsmd

I am seeing tube sizes as 32mm presta valve and...

I am seeing tube sizes as 32mm presta valve and 40mm presta valve. What do these measurements refer to? Does it affect the type of air pump?
Forum: Road Cycling
02-08-13, 07:50 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 13,947
Posted By nrsmd

Great, will do. Thanks And, what size...

Great, will do.

Thanks

And, what size tube goes with it?

Any particular brands for tires and tubes you recommend?
Forum: Road Cycling
02-08-13, 07:00 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 13,947
Posted By nrsmd

Tires labeled 700 X 23/25c

My bike has tires labeled 700 x 23/25c. It time to replace them, but all I can find are either 23 or 25, not 23/25.

I am sure this is trivial, but what do I choose size wise for replacements?...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-28-12, 08:08 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 744
Posted By nrsmd

Road bike recommendations

I can afford up to $4,000.00 for a new road bike, which is perhaps more than I will need to spend. I am fascinated by lighter weight carbon, so I have bias to start with, but I can be persuaded...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-27-12, 07:56 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,125
Posted By nrsmd

Can you elaborate????

Can you elaborate????
Forum: Road Cycling
10-27-12, 07:47 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,125
Posted By nrsmd

Buying a 2012 road bike when 2013 bikes have now arrived

I am looking to buy a new road bike in the $4,000.00 range (with help of insurance). Wondering if local bike shops are willing to negotiate the price they list for their in-stock 2012s since 2013s...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-24-12, 08:24 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 23,491
Posted By nrsmd

Where to buy Cannondale bikes via internet other than ebay

I am interested in buying a Cannondale Evo at a lower cost than locally IF possible. Any recommendations as to where to buy the Cannondale at a discounted rate on the internet from a dealer's site...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-12-12, 02:37 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 766
Posted By nrsmd

Where best to purchase a road bike and have it home delivered.

I am interested in buying a Fuji or Cannondale road bikes in the $2,000 - $2,500 range. Anyone with experience in buying from a reputable dealer and having the bike home delivered at a cost savings?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-10-12, 04:02 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 433
Posted By nrsmd

Cannondale road bike-change position of gearshift

My mid-1980 Cannondale Road bike has a dear shifters on the down tube. is there a way or a website that has parts to be able to move that shifter mechanism up to the handlebars?

Nothing fancy...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
10-05-12, 07:43 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 475
Posted By nrsmd

Bike injury -- replacement value

My beloved 2009 Fuji SL1 road bike was fatally injured in a car accident where I was rear ended. I am able to get replacement value from the insurance company. How do I determine the value? The 2009...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-06-12, 10:50 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 607
Posted By nrsmd

Uh, well, uh......... No gloves. Do you recommend...

Uh, well, uh......... No gloves. Do you recommend the kind with open fingers? Its hot out there.
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