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Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
04-27-23, 02:32 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 704
Posted By TheSilverFox

Thanks!!!

Thanks!!!
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
04-27-23, 02:10 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 704
Posted By TheSilverFox

Moderator Help

Understand this is probably the wrong place to this but not sure what to do. Can a moderator help with my subscription? I am continuing to be charged for a yearly subscription every month, last three...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-15-23, 12:08 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 6,733
Posted By TheSilverFox

There is zero advantage to change to mechanical...

There is zero advantage to change to mechanical disk from rim brake. Mechanical disk just doesn’t work as well. Unless it’s something you’ve really wanted to try I’d pass
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-13-23, 04:59 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 3,798
Posted By TheSilverFox

March goal - 420 miles March to date - 126...

March goal - 420 miles
March to date - 126 miles

All miles indoors on the trainer road to nowhere. Unfortunately the weather forecast in Chicago sucks. Next week is all 30s/40s except for one...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-28-23, 11:20 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,926
Posted By TheSilverFox

February was not great for my goals. First...

February was not great for my goals. First tweaked my back, then some work travel and general winter laziness. Riding on the trainer is so much harder for me to stay motivated. Although I did get...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-21-23, 04:09 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,774
Posted By TheSilverFox

I respectfully disagree with this statement. I...

I respectfully disagree with this statement. I own both a Domane and a Aethos so have experience riding both. Yes the Aethos is a bit more aggressive geometry but it is very comfortable to ride and...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-21-23, 12:43 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,774
Posted By TheSilverFox

Completely agree with the above and exactly why I...

Completely agree with the above and exactly why I bought a Aethos. Light bike with no billboard brand logo that is an awesome ride. Flip side the bike is overpriced​​​​​​, it was completely over kill...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-11-23, 01:54 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,926
Posted By TheSilverFox

Feb goal is 420 miles. Tweaked my back in first...

Feb goal is 420 miles. Tweaked my back in first week of Feb. currently at 102 miles, will need to push to get there. Extra day for leap year won’t hurt. Finished Jan at 422 miles.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-11-23, 12:52 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 592
Posted By TheSilverFox

Agreed. While it won’t affect clip in it does...

Agreed. While it won’t affect clip in it does affect how your shoe/foot interact with the pedal. Shimano should warranty that
Forum: Road Cycling
02-03-23, 09:58 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 267
Posted By TheSilverFox

Roval Rapide CL ll

Anyone have experience with the revised Roval Rapide CL ll that came out in mid 2022? Possibly going to upgrade from Roval C38 as they do not seem to be light or aero. 95% of my riding is done on...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-02-23, 05:14 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,880
Posted By TheSilverFox

Could not agree with the above statement more. ...

Could not agree with the above statement more. Recently picked up an Aethos and I'm pretty excited but shocked how much I just spent on a bike. Went with the Expert which set me back $8k and...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-15-23, 12:09 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 3,909
Posted By TheSilverFox

January goal 420 miles, ultimate goal of 5,000 in...

January goal 420 miles, ultimate goal of 5,000 in 2023

MTD 242 miles all indoor on the road to nowhere 😄
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-15-23, 07:06 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 3,909
Posted By TheSilverFox

Thanks for the info, that’s a pretty great...

Thanks for the info, that’s a pretty great review. Congrats on the newly acquired bikes. I justify my nonsense to the wife explaining these are medical devices allowing me to age gracefully to old...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-14-23, 06:49 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,285
Posted By TheSilverFox

Thank you

Thank you
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-14-23, 06:46 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,285
Posted By TheSilverFox

Thanks! I remember the black/chrome frames,...

Thanks! I remember the black/chrome frames, those were very cool as well. Good luck getting it out this year. Know I’ll be riding this one once the weather breaks. 👍
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-14-23, 03:20 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,285
Posted By TheSilverFox

it is just a really solid nice riding frame. Is...

it is just a really solid nice riding frame. Is is also fairly light, weights the same as 2022 Trek Domane that I bought last year. There is also a fair bit of nostalgia from my youth. 😄
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-14-23, 02:11 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 3,909
Posted By TheSilverFox

How do you like the Aethos? I’m really close to...

How do you like the Aethos? I’m really close to ordering a 2022 Expert with Di2. Haven’t heard anything negative besides price which I agree with. But I’m Ready to pay premium for no massive frame...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-14-23, 12:45 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,285
Posted By TheSilverFox

'89 Schwinn Circuit

Hello, don't post much here but wanted to share newly acquired Schwinn Circuit I found on Craigslist in December. Originally built an identical Circuit in '89 while I was in High School and working...
Forum: For Sale
12-18-22, 11:11 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 746
Posted By TheSilverFox

PM sent

PM sent
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-25-22, 08:27 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 5,314
Posted By TheSilverFox

Update!!!

1. Go for a snow ride CHECK
2. Get under 200lbs. Currently at 217lbs GETTING CLOSE CURRENTLY 205!!!
3. Ride 2,500 miles = 50 miles per week with 2 weeks off. Ahead of schedule currently 240 miles...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-22, 06:15 PM
Replies: 2,396
Views: 566,831
Posted By TheSilverFox

In front of SuperDawg on the NW side of Chicago....

In front of SuperDawg on the NW side of Chicago. Also the start of a great bike trail 👍
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-10-22, 12:58 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 835
Posted By TheSilverFox

Thanks, yes rotors are center lock. Checked...

Thanks, yes rotors are center lock. Checked Jenson and 160mm rotors are for mountain bike. For personal reasons I don't buy from Amazon, only local or internet based dedicated cycle sites to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-10-22, 11:28 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 835
Posted By TheSilverFox

Campagnolo Ekar AFS Rotor Compatible with Shimano

Also posted this on Road Cycling thread.

Looking for any feedback on compatibility of Campagnolo Ekar AFS rotors with Shimano brake system. Ultegra 160mm rotors seem to be unobtanium right now,...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-10-22, 11:27 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 320
Posted By TheSilverFox

Campagnolo Ekar AFS Rotor Compatible with Shimano

Looking for any feedback on compatibility of Campagnolo Ekar AFS rotors with Shimano brake system. Ultegra 160mm rotors seem to be unobtanium right now, found some priced at $100 each. Setting up a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-22, 05:24 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,347
Posted By TheSilverFox

Thanks, started searching for truing stands....

Thanks, started searching for truing stands. Building one set of wheels should pay for the stand itself.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-22, 12:23 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,347
Posted By TheSilverFox

Your bike looks awesome, perfectly period rad. ...

Your bike looks awesome, perfectly period rad. Like the Dura Ace, has me thinking about more upgrades. But something about my 105 cranks with perfectly preserved biopace sticker and weird oblong...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-03-22, 11:37 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 5,314
Posted By TheSilverFox

UPDATE!!! Made the snow ride happen in Feb, me...

UPDATE!!! Made the snow ride happen in Feb, me and the kid both wiped out hard on ice. Was a blast!
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-22, 11:15 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,347
Posted By TheSilverFox

Just subscribed to forum to help support. ...

Just subscribed to forum to help support. Appreciate everyone's replies!! Wheel are currently a Frankenstein set, Mavic front and no name rear.

Pic of the bike ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-22, 11:08 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,347
Posted By TheSilverFox

Thanks, so your saying buy the for the hubs and...

Thanks, so your saying buy the for the hubs and have wheels built? Just reached out
Forum: Introductions
04-03-22, 10:55 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 406
Posted By TheSilverFox

Love Canada

Love Canada
Forum: Introductions
04-03-22, 10:54 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 304
Posted By TheSilverFox

Getting closer

Getting closer
Forum: Introductions
04-03-22, 10:53 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 304
Posted By TheSilverFox

New From Chicago

Hello, trying to get 10 posts done!!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-22, 10:52 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,347
Posted By TheSilverFox

Thanks for the lead, truthfully wasn't even sure...

Thanks for the lead, truthfully wasn't even sure what to search for. Was googling 700 cc wheels and was just coming up with modern stuff. Will use the 700 freewheel to search

Yes, would consider...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-22, 10:25 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,347
Posted By TheSilverFox

Help Finding Wheels For '89 Schwinn Circuit

First post to classic thread. Have a 1989 Schwinn Circuit that I built back in 1990 while I worked in a bike shop. Many years have passed and basically all my bike knowledge has gone with it. Has a...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-31-22, 06:45 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,454
Posted By TheSilverFox

i am identical height and just bought a Domane...

i am identical height and just bought a Domane SL5. Walked in expecting to buy a 60, after getting fit at the shop went with the 58. Was much more comfortable, felt stretched on the 60. Did end up...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-31-22, 06:25 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 5,314
Posted By TheSilverFox

Lots of free time on the trainer so far this...

Lots of free time on the trainer so far this year. Snow ride will be nothing more than a few miles max, I’m a weather wimp.

Used to ride a lot when I was younger, worked in a bike shop for 5...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-31-22, 04:59 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 5,314
Posted By TheSilverFox

Late to the party and first time poster 1....

Late to the party and first time poster

1. Go for a snow ride
2. Get under 200lbs. Currently at 217lbs
3. Ride 2,500 miles = 50 miles per week with 2 weeks off. Ahead of schedule currently 240...
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