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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-09-23, 05:03 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 6,386
Posted By TTron

Thanks! yes, usually spend 2 - 2.5 hours on...

Thanks! yes, usually spend 2 - 2.5 hours on weekday rides and 4 hours on either Saturday or Sunday. I’m also using the indoor trainer for recovery and sometimes Zone 2 pulse rate rides…no power meter...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-08-23, 04:22 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 6,386
Posted By TTron

Zone 2 Rides

Hi,

In short, very pleased with at least my implementation of Zone 2 training. Wanted to share….

I found myself going partial or full gas anytime I was out riding, especially during the week if...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-17-23, 04:58 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,491
Posted By TTron

Hydration - Recommendations

Hi, I’ve been riding with primarily water (& Gels). I used to go with Gatorade but gets gross when hot out. I’m re-thinking my options as I hit a wall going up a 3 mile 8 - 11% hill yesterday, I had...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-17-23, 04:45 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 973
Posted By TTron

I love the Wiley WX sunglasses. They have a...

I love the Wiley WX sunglasses. They have a removable foam insert that cups the eye minimizing the amount of wind / air running across the eye. I also put a drop of Blink or night time gel drops...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-03-22, 09:53 PM
Replies: 6,253
Views: 567,719
Posted By TTron

62 miles, 3527 feet, 17.1 mph avg with a couple...

62 miles, 3527 feet, 17.1 mph avg with a couple of PRs on my new Aethos. Thrilled.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-12-22, 04:23 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 256
Posted By TTron

Roval Alpinist CLX - tubeless?

Can I go tubeless with Alpinist CLX rims?
I love the specialized cotton tires but….
thx
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-16-22, 11:32 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,107
Posted By TTron

Dry eye protection - goggle or glasses?

Hi,
What’s working for you? Love to her to minimize dry eyes.
I’m currently using Wiley WX Gravity glasses which work well. It has a foam padding that seals the eye area. Works pretty well, though...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-31-22, 05:41 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 4,592
Posted By TTron

yep, going down this path, backup bike. My bike,...

yep, going down this path, backup bike. My bike, actually rear rim/hub are going to DTSwiss to be repaired. No backup bike….going out of my mind.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-31-22, 05:39 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 4,592
Posted By TTron

Love riding through the Santa Ynez area! It’s...

Love riding through the Santa Ynez area! It’s been a while though. Spot with your comments. And, YES, even my said I should have kept my Tarmac. Urrr, but should said I could get a backup bike!! ;)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-30-22, 08:03 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 4,592
Posted By TTron

Thanks for the feedback. It comes down the...

Thanks for the feedback. It comes down the whether I can justify a second bike. I love my Roubaix, which may be become part time IF the Aethos lives up to everything printed and YouTube’d.
I kinda...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-30-22, 09:54 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 4,592
Posted By TTron

Climbing Bike?

Hi, I have my eye on a climbing bike, Aethos. Does it make sense to buy one, worth the investment, that much of a difference on climbs? I live in a hilly area with plenty of climbs. Current riding a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-03-22, 05:03 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,309
Posted By TTron

Specialized confirmed they’re using DT Swiss hubs...

Specialized confirmed they’re using DT Swiss hubs and have seen the problem. My local bike shop cleaned a towel fun of grease off the insides! Took all of 5 minutes. Should be good, though they...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-02-22, 07:49 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,309
Posted By TTron

Specialized said they haven’t heard of this...

Specialized said they haven’t heard of this problem. I’m responding to them tonight with this DT link. Hoping it will help.

Just a note, I had NO warning noise or signs before having no...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-30-21, 04:22 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,309
Posted By TTron

Correct, there was NO drive to the rear wheel...

Correct, there was NO drive to the rear wheel regardless of gear. It was 55 degrees, riding down Hwy 1. No freezing temps for water freezing in the hub. I removed the front tire to place my bike in...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-30-21, 04:04 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 11,585
Posted By TTron

They do appear to be slightly higher priced...

They do appear to be slightly higher priced compared to a quick check of the bicycle blue book sight. BUT, they do have a 30 day return policy which is very nice!!

Appreciate everyone’s feedback.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-30-21, 11:02 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 11,585
Posted By TTron

The Pro’s Closet feedback

Has anyone purchased a bike from Pro’s Closet? How was your experience with the product description vs what was delivered bs price? Happy with the experience. I’m looking to pick a used SWorks SL6...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-26-21, 04:50 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,309
Posted By TTron

Very strange! Went for an aggressive 20 min ride...

Very strange! Went for an aggressive 20 min ride to make if fail. No luck.

The bike is 11 months old, bought it brand new.
Cassette has not been removed that I’m aware of.

~150 miles ago, my...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-26-21, 04:12 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,309
Posted By TTron

Update; NOW it works!!! All I did was put the...

Update; NOW it works!!! All I did was put the bike in the car, drove home and took it out of the car. Did not remove the rear wheel, left it as is. What the heck! Yes Roval wheels
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-26-21, 03:39 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,309
Posted By TTron

Rear cassette spinning freely! Help

Out for a short 20 mile ride. Going up a shortly small hill. All of a sudden May rear cassette is spinning freely forward and backwards. No power to the wheel. It’s AXS Red etap on a less than year...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-31-21, 01:20 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,071
Posted By TTron

SWorks Roubaix Seat post creaking

Hi,
I replaced the Power saddle with the Romin EVO Mirror saddle. Love the new saddle. Had to reduce the seat post just a little bit. Now the seat won’t stop creaking while riding unless I’m out of...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-31-21, 09:59 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 3,133
Posted By TTron

Ever forget your helmet?

I was 2 hours into a ride today and discovered I had no helmet on!! Holy crap. I always wear a skull cap. Just too comfortable I guess and likely in a hurry. This has never happened before! Anyone...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-13-21, 07:55 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,635
Posted By TTron

Awesome feedback. I’ve tried refresh which seemed...

Awesome feedback. I’ve tried refresh which seemed to work but without and real wind. I use Systane gel drops at night which have been great. I’ll try both Clear Eyes and Systane. Thx!!!!!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-12-21, 08:38 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,635
Posted By TTron

Dry Eye Help

Hi,
Having a heck of time with dry eyes on windy days. Has anyone had experience with with glasses from eyeeco (moister release eyewear) or Rudy Project cycling glasses that have snap/Screw on...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-19-20, 10:21 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,498
Posted By TTron

SRAM eTap AXS vs Dura Ace Di2

I’m looking at purchasing a Roubaix Pro or S Works. Reviewers seem very excited about the SRAM with the wide gear range, shifting, charging, configurability, but seem to ding it for price and added...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-28-20, 10:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 968
Posted By TTron

Next Generation Roubaix

Hi, Any idea when Specialize will release their next gen Roubaix? I love my Tarmac (SL6) but can be rough on long rides.

Thx
Forum: Southern California
07-04-13, 07:20 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 760
Posted By TTron

San Luis Obispo to Santa Barbara - need guidance

Hi,

I am planning a ride to Santa Barbara via Foxen Canyon Rd through either HWY 154, or up over Refugio Rd to the 101 on my road bike. I've already did the HWY 1 route which was great, just want...
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