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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-22-22, 06:48 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,495
Posted By geepondy

Are bib shorts better than regular in this regard...

Are bib shorts better than regular in this regard as well as general purposes? My biker friend swears by them but I've resisted so far because when I have to go to bathroom,, I don't want...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-19-22, 01:52 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,924
Posted By geepondy

I've searched online and can't find any user...

I've searched online and can't find any user reviews of people who have actually used the service.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-19-22, 09:51 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,924
Posted By geepondy

Anybody ever use AAA bicycle service?

Decided whether to renew AAA which I have not used and cost $94 to renew. One interesting benefit is a bicycle service of which they will transport you and your disabled bicycle up to 10 miles which...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-18-22, 01:50 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,226
Posted By geepondy

Off topic a bit but is the Tiagra/105 Cassette...

Off topic a bit but is the Tiagra/105 Cassette width the same? In other words, should I ever decide to upgrade the wheels, do I need to find a wheel set that is dedicated to a 10 speed cassette or...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-18-22, 01:32 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,226
Posted By geepondy

When my Cannondale Synapse got wrecked, the...

When my Cannondale Synapse got wrecked, the componentry was undamaged. I had wondered about transferring the 105 componentry to the new bike BUT the Cannondale had mechanical breaks. So I assume if...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-18-22, 01:21 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,226
Posted By geepondy

Ah, maybe that is what I'm hearing then. When...

Ah, maybe that is what I'm hearing then. When applying a lot of crank arm pressure and going up a noticeable incline, I hear some creaking. I was/am going to bring it up when I brought the bike in...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-18-22, 10:08 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,226
Posted By geepondy

Shimano Tiagra 4700 - any long term reviews?

Last summer I purchased my Specialize Roubaix base which has Tiagra shifters and drive train (but a Praxis Alba crankset). I was willing to pay the extra for the Roubaix Sport which has Shimano 105,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-18-22, 09:49 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,495
Posted By geepondy

Thank you all for the replies. The gist I am...

Thank you all for the replies. The gist I am getting is that comfort is highly personalized. What is most concerning to me is that after rides I am sometimes developing sore, tender "bumps" (trying...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-16-22, 03:33 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,495
Posted By geepondy

Cycling shorts - gel vs chamois?

This year I've been biking more than many and have done a few two hour 30 plus mile rides and my butt is getting sore! I have been wearing the Chinese Sponeed gel shorts and thought they were ok,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-08-22, 07:07 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 8,636
Posted By geepondy

Curious too, those ebay wheels are listed as 11...

Curious too, those ebay wheels are listed as 11 speed while my bike is 10 speed (Tiagra). Is it a different wheel depending on whether 10 or 11 speed rear cassette?
Forum: Road Cycling
05-05-22, 06:10 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,615
Posted By geepondy

In more detail first flat was caused by a small...

In more detail first flat was caused by a small piece of wire - disappointed it made it through the tire. Second flat (actually more like 200-300 miles after first) was a pinch flat when I hopped up...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-01-22, 07:35 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,615
Posted By geepondy

Are Continental Gatorskins improved over the GP Four Seasons in flat resistance?

In less than 500 miles, I've gotten two flats with my 700x28 Continental GP Four Seasons which I bought from the recommendation of many. Having said that, are the Gatorskins significantly improved...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-09-22, 09:38 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 897
Posted By geepondy

Thank you all for the excellent suggestions. I...

Thank you all for the excellent suggestions. I flipped the light. It will do for now but cable clutter gets in the way of the light a bit and I'm not in love with the light mounting post screw...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-09-22, 08:21 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,752
Posted By geepondy

I did not have any loaded courses but first time...

I did not have any loaded courses but first time with both computer and radar. I'll have to monitor and try to narrow down circumstances more in future rides.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-08-22, 06:25 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,752
Posted By geepondy

Wahoo Roam with Garmin Varia RTL515 Operation question

So today I installed a Roam computer (first ever real bike computer) and a Garmin Varia RTL515 radar. After pairing with the app, I left the app radar settings to the default mode. When a car(s)...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-08-22, 05:49 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 897
Posted By geepondy

I did try that but because the mount puts the...

I did try that but because the mount puts the light to the left, it overhangs the handle bar and my hand position, so moving my hands around which I tend to do is more awkward.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-08-22, 04:28 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 897
Posted By geepondy

Mounting Wahoo Roam on handlebars with my Cygolite Metro 800 light

Hi. I recently purchased a Wahoo Roam and like other's I'm sure found it interferes with the light which in my case is a Cygolite Metro 800 when using the Wahoo handle bar mount as shown below. It...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-08-22, 10:54 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,217
Posted By geepondy

Small top tube bag recommendations

Hii. My rear seat post bag is getting in the way of my tail light assembly (specifically the Garmin Varia tailight/radar and I'm looking to replace it with a top tube bag. Many of the ones I've...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-03-22, 03:46 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 817
Posted By geepondy

A couple of Wahoo Roam vs Bolt V2 questions

Hi. After exhaustive research, I've decided on one of these two computers. I'm learning considerably towards the Roam because for my tired middle aged eyes, bigger is proving to be better (plus the...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-02-22, 05:09 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,304
Posted By geepondy

Still researching but will make a purchase soon. ...

Still researching but will make a purchase soon. Right now between Garmin Edge 830 (Garmin's have $50 off at the moment) and Wahoo Elment Roam. Touch screen of Garmin looks nice to use in prep but...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-02-21, 07:11 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 9,678
Posted By geepondy

I tightened it more than the bike shop but not...

I tightened it more than the bike shop but not what I think excessively. Using a regular 6" hex wrench, I would estimate I had another 1/8 to a 1/4 turn until it would require more than a modest...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-24-21, 08:59 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 9,678
Posted By geepondy

Thanks. If I do, I should go to a different shop...

Thanks. If I do, I should go to a different shop then the one that changed my tires, lol as it seemingly obviously was not torqued at all.. FYI, I'm using a regulars 6mm hex wrench, not a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-24-21, 06:48 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 9,678
Posted By geepondy

In absence of torque wrench - how tight should a thru axle be tightened?

I have a Specialize Roubaix, first experience with a thru-hole axle (no quick release levers). I recently had the bike shop change out my tires but one of them wasn't holding air so I thought I would...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-24-21, 08:09 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,853
Posted By geepondy

Thanks for the replies. I won't sweat it then.

Thanks for the replies. I won't sweat it then.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-23-21, 07:01 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,853
Posted By geepondy

A youtube video said they were directional as I...

A youtube video said they were directional as I still have my borrowed friend's bike, I took a look and there is definitely an arrow. My eyesight isn't great but it's tough to read the black text...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-23-21, 05:16 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,853
Posted By geepondy

Are Continental Grand Prix 4 seasons no longer directional

When I look at the Continental Grand Prix 4 seasons, 700x28's on my friend's bike, there is a directional arrow on the tire. When I look at the Grand Prix 4 season 700x32 on my bike, I don't see a...
Forum: Winter Cycling
10-23-21, 10:18 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,111
Posted By geepondy

Cooler weather upper body riding attire recomendations?

Looking for some cooler weather upper body apparel recommendations, jerseys and possibly shells for weather roughly in the 40-55 degree F range. Did some cooler riding last year for the first time...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-26-21, 07:10 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,304
Posted By geepondy

For either Garmin or Wahoo, how easy is it to...

For either Garmin or Wahoo, how easy is it to compose and input map routes?
Forum: Road Cycling
09-25-21, 06:29 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,304
Posted By geepondy

Bike Computer 101 advice sought

Hi, in my decades of relatively casual bike riding, I've only ever had the basic bike computers that give the basic speed, distance, etc and run on coil cell batteries. However with my new bike I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-20-21, 02:13 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 3,487
Posted By geepondy

If anybody is still reading this, any...

If anybody is still reading this, any recommendations for compact taillights I could maybe clip to the back of the jersey pocket? I would use this in addition to the Lezine I just purchased. My...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-20-21, 08:47 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 3,487
Posted By geepondy

I ended up (for now) Getting a Lezine Strip Pro...

I ended up (for now) Getting a Lezine Strip Pro 300 for rear and Cygolite Metro 800 for front. The trouble I think with the Metro 800 while it's a nice headlight with daytime modes, upon looking at...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-11-21, 06:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 8,636
Posted By geepondy

Anybody update the axis elite wheels of their Specialized Roubaix?

I recently bought a Specialzied Roubaix base model which those of us that own them know it comes with Axis Elite wheels. I can tell how heavy they are by spinning them and then comparing the spin of...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-11-21, 10:20 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 3,487
Posted By geepondy

have been doing some more research and while the...

have been doing some more research and while the Cygolite Hotshot Pro series may be popular, it seems their angle of visibility is low. It seems like both the Cygolite Hotrod 90 and Lezyne Strip...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-09-21, 06:07 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 3,487
Posted By geepondy

What do you guys do if your saddle bag gets in...

What do you guys do if your saddle bag gets in the way of mounting a rear light on the seat post? Mine takes up most the seat post. Maybe try one of the roll up ones to compact things more?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-06-21, 06:33 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 3,487
Posted By geepondy

I hope never to be riding at night, at least not...

I hope never to be riding at night, at least not on purpose. Earlier this summer I was involved in an accident where an oncoming motorist took a left turn directly in front of me and I had no time...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-06-21, 02:16 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,505
Posted By geepondy

Specialized tire questions

I just bought the Specialized Roubaix (base edition). The Specialized web site says the bike comes with Specialized Turbo Sport tires, the website where I bought the bike says it comes with...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-05-21, 03:20 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,412
Posted By geepondy

Went back to the shop and test rode the 54 cm...

Went back to the shop and test rode the 54 cm Roubaix Sport and 56 Roubaix. I also rode a Sirrus 4.0. Both the Roubaix's rode much smoother than the Sirrus 4.0. I can't think the future shock can...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-04-21, 07:27 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 3,487
Posted By geepondy

The Bontrager ION 200 lights do look nice even...

The Bontrager ION 200 lights do look nice even for non smart use although I see they are pricy at $120 a set. I wonder if the rear tail light will fit over a triangular shaped aerodynamic seat post...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-04-21, 04:50 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 3,487
Posted By geepondy

Bicycle LED warning lights recommendations?

I'm looking to purchase those LED warning lights you attach to bicycles so traffic can see you. Typically a clear one for the front and red for the back that you can set for steady or flashing (I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-04-21, 11:44 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 450
Posted By geepondy

Swapping 105 components from a Cannondale 105 Synapse to a Sora Synapse?

My 2019 Cannondale 105 Synapse front end was wrecked in a crash but all the componentry is fine. I see a local dealer has a Sora Synapse in stock. My question is how feasible would it be to swap at...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-04-21, 09:26 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 707
Posted By geepondy

In some gears, the drivetrain action doesn't feel...

In some gears, the drivetrain action doesn't feel entirely smooth. It's kind of hard to explain but almost like something is "catching" a little bit like say you had some gravel in the drivetrain....
Forum: Road Cycling
09-03-21, 02:43 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,412
Posted By geepondy

No, I'm not avid. I'm 58 years old and in really...

No, I'm not avid. I'm 58 years old and in really good shape but most rides top out at 30 miles, maybe average speed of 15, 15.5 mph (but hilly riding though). But my past two road bikes, both...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-03-21, 02:34 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 707
Posted By geepondy

Trek 7500 parts question

My Trek 7500 is about 25 years old. I haven't ridden it much these past few years but resurrected it after crashing my road bike. I replaced the tires and have ridden it a few times now. I noticed...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-03-21, 02:20 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,412
Posted By geepondy

Yes, my posts were a bit confusing. At the shop...

Yes, my posts were a bit confusing. At the shop was the 54cm Roubiax Sport along with the 56cm Roubiaix. For whatever reason I definitely felt like I was sitting more upright on the 54 cm Sport. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-03-21, 01:10 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,412
Posted By geepondy

Yeah I posted quite a bit about it in another...

Yeah I posted quite a bit about it in another thread. I'm 5'10" and I tried a 56 cm Roubaix and a 54 cm Roubaix Sport. The 54 put me in a more upright postion which I liked and not that much more...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-03-21, 10:54 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,412
Posted By geepondy

Roubaix / Roubaix Sport stem question

I'm still waffling between a 54cm or 56cm Specialized Roubaix or Roubaix Sport, both of which have the 1.5 future shock system. Various people have told me you can change the fit of a bike by...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-29-21, 06:34 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 3,657
Posted By geepondy

No the diameter for the whole metal drop bars. ...

No the diameter for the whole metal drop bars. The tubing is bigger on the 56cm Trek.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-29-21, 09:46 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 3,657
Posted By geepondy

OK, I think I see what you mean. The following...

OK, I think I see what you mean. The following are pictures of my old 54cm Cannondale (the one without pedals) and the 56cm Trek I rode yesterday. It's hard to tell from the pictures as the...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-29-21, 08:16 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 3,657
Posted By geepondy

Thank you for taking the time to do the research...

Thank you for taking the time to do the research in comparing the two. Having said that I guess I don't understand the logic of sitting up more upright in the bigger 56 size. When I rode my...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-27-21, 01:39 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 3,657
Posted By geepondy

Quick question on frame height rather than start...

Quick question on frame height rather than start a new thread. My friend let me borrow his 56cm "winter bike". When I straddle the bike directly in front of the seat, while I can put my feet flat...
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