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Forum: Road Cycling
03-18-24, 06:38 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 520
Posted By PeteHski

I’m sure it will be fine. Let us know how it...

I’m sure it will be fine. Let us know how it feels.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-18-24, 04:02 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 520
Posted By PeteHski

Definitely worth a first hand test. It certainly...

Definitely worth a first hand test. It certainly won’t be a disaster and if you don’t feel any improvement then you can always go back on the next set.
03-18-24, 12:17 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 3,327
Posted By PeteHski

But this is BF where such obvious things are...

But this is BF where such obvious things are often disputed. It's an easy enough test with a predictable result.
03-18-24, 11:48 AM
Replies: 176
Views: 10,254
Posted By PeteHski

mmmm....... I bet you never do that kind of thing...

mmmm....... I bet you never do that kind of thing right?
Forum: Road Cycling
03-18-24, 11:25 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 167
Posted By PeteHski

Yeah good points. I should really have said too...

Yeah good points. I should really have said too flat for my feet. Which really emphasises just how individual shoe fitting is. My feet are wide and my arches about average height, but I prefer a...
03-18-24, 10:01 AM
Replies: 176
Views: 10,254
Posted By PeteHski

Well that depends entirely on the knowledge and...

Well that depends entirely on the knowledge and experience of the individuals involved. That’s why newbies often ask for advice from random dudes on the internet. The replies tend to reflect the...
03-18-24, 09:50 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 130
Posted By PeteHski

PILLAR will do this for you. It is based on a...

PILLAR will do this for you. It is based on a polarised training regime, but will analyse any Strava/Garmin ride data you throw at it. It tracks your training stress and recommends training sessions...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-18-24, 08:50 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 177
Posted By PeteHski

I don’t think either are correct. The online...

I don’t think either are correct. The online route data is likely relying on contour interpolation, which can give odd results and the Garmin is measuring altitude indirectly with change in ambient...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-18-24, 08:28 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 520
Posted By PeteHski

Yeah they mount quite easily on my DT Swiss rims...

Yeah they mount quite easily on my DT Swiss rims too.
03-18-24, 08:23 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 1,396
Posted By PeteHski

If it’s still a good deal with the added $160 and...

If it’s still a good deal with the added $160 and you are confident about the fit then I would take it.

The only alternative is a different bike which may not be such a good deal overall or...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-18-24, 07:06 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 167
Posted By PeteHski

With shoes it really comes down to personal fit....

With shoes it really comes down to personal fit. So focus mostly on fitting, especially width and volume. Also pay attention to arch support. Standard insoles tend to be a bit flat and unsupportive. ...
03-18-24, 06:23 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 7,593
Posted By PeteHski

The thread title itself “is there a low (no) carb...

The thread title itself “is there a low (no) carb fuel for long rides?” can be answered with a simple “no”.

While you can certainly burn stored fat while riding, our fat reserves are practically...
03-18-24, 05:56 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 703
Posted By PeteHski

I use “comfortable” cycling jerseys. But if that...

I use “comfortable” cycling jerseys. But if that isn’t an option, then I would probably go with a small top tube frame bag. A few of my friends use them for long rides to carry their food. I think...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-18-24, 05:24 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 520
Posted By PeteHski

OP is already using them.

OP is already using them.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-18-24, 05:16 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 520
Posted By PeteHski

This is the best width comparison I’ve seen, but...

This is the best width comparison I’ve seen, but doesn’t cover aero effects.

https://www.bicyclerollingresistance.com/specials/grand-prix-5000-s-tr-comparison

This is for the latest tubeless...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-18-24, 04:53 AM
Replies: 440
Views: 12,337
Posted By PeteHski

Far more likely to be someone who knows him IRL...

Far more likely to be someone who knows him IRL who he annoyed (easy to imagine based on his YouTube persona). A company would just sue him.

But I would actually agree with him about the...
03-18-24, 04:21 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 1,157
Posted By PeteHski

This is true, e-bikes in Europe are much more...

This is true, e-bikes in Europe are much more like normal bikes and provide as much exercise as you like. They work well for a lot of people here who are unable to ride the steep hills (many are...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-17-24, 08:13 PM
Replies: 440
Views: 12,337
Posted By PeteHski

Look, I said what I thought about hookless road...

Look, I said what I thought about hookless road wheels on page 1 of this thread. I don’t use them or have any intention of buying any. I just pointed out that Hambini is not IMO a source of...
03-17-24, 05:16 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 3,407
Posted By PeteHski

Post of the year! 😂 👏

Post of the year! 😂 👏
03-17-24, 05:12 PM
Replies: 176
Views: 10,254
Posted By PeteHski

In other words it’s completely arbitrary, which...

In other words it’s completely arbitrary, which is why I actually said however poor those choices may or may not have been.

My point was that we are all free to do whatever we like, but that...
03-17-24, 04:47 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 1,157
Posted By PeteHski

The thing is that non-cyclists have less issues...

The thing is that non-cyclists have less issues with bone density than road cyclists and those who cycle the most (pros) appear to be most at risk in this respect. So casually riding an e-bike is...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-17-24, 04:13 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 520
Posted By PeteHski

As you weigh 200lb I would just go with the 32 mm...

As you weigh 200lb I would just go with the 32 mm tyres. The difference in speed is negligible, but you might notice an improvement in ride quality and grip. Since you already have wide rims and...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-17-24, 03:50 PM
Replies: 440
Views: 12,337
Posted By PeteHski

That is rich coming from someone who totally...

That is rich coming from someone who totally ignores and dismisses any technical analysis of the cycling myths and conspiracy bs you continually spout. I would be offended if this came from someone...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-17-24, 01:45 PM
Replies: 440
Views: 12,337
Posted By PeteHski

None of this is surprising to me. I always...

None of this is surprising to me. I always thought it was highly unlikely that he would have access to commercial wind tunnel time.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-17-24, 01:33 PM
Replies: 440
Views: 12,337
Posted By PeteHski

He churns out sweary, ranting YouTube vids and...

He churns out sweary, ranting YouTube vids and acts like an idiot in most of them. It totally undermines any professional credibility he may actually have, so I just don’t take him seriously. I’m...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-17-24, 06:10 AM
Replies: 440
Views: 12,337
Posted By PeteHski

I have a very solid professional engineering...

I have a very solid professional engineering background which allows me to filter reality from bs and hyperbole. I don’t follow Hambini, but I have seen a few of his childish video rants. Not very...
03-17-24, 05:58 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 298
Posted By PeteHski

My 530 also used to occasionally brick itself...

My 530 also used to occasionally brick itself mid-ride in the first few months I used it (think it happened maybe 2 or 3 times). But they must have fixed it in an update because it hasn’t done it...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-16-24, 06:48 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,552
Posted By PeteHski

Very nice bike, glad it worked out for you in the...

Very nice bike, glad it worked out for you in the end.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-16-24, 05:32 PM
Replies: 440
Views: 12,337
Posted By PeteHski

While I’m not a big fan of hookless road bike...

While I’m not a big fan of hookless road bike rims, Hambini is a click-bait merchant who has a tendency to exaggerate and sensationalise pretty much everything he talks about.
03-16-24, 05:08 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 1,157
Posted By PeteHski

I thought it was roadies who do a high volume of...

I thought it was roadies who do a high volume of riding (including pros) who suffered most from low bone density issues. In which case I don’t really see how e-biking would be any worse in that...
03-16-24, 04:49 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 1,396
Posted By PeteHski

I’m a bit surprised that they didn’t offer to...

I’m a bit surprised that they didn’t offer to swap the post foc. But at least having the stock longer post will be useful on resale down the line. That’s presuming you don’t keep the bike forever.
03-16-24, 04:22 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 174
Posted By PeteHski

Yeah, it would ramp up the power at the start...

Yeah, it would ramp up the power at the start before your HR had time to respond and then cut the power right back when HR eventually overshot the target. I never found it a very useful function. ...
03-16-24, 04:10 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 7,593
Posted By PeteHski

Yep and if you choose fat there is no point in...

Yep and if you choose fat there is no point in fuelling up with fat before or during the ride as you already have a practically unlimited supply ready to burn. That sounds great, but only if you ride...
03-16-24, 03:27 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 2,605
Posted By PeteHski

Ah, that makes sense now thanks.

Ah, that makes sense now thanks.
03-16-24, 09:39 AM
Replies: 176
Views: 10,254
Posted By PeteHski

Look it up in a dictionary.

Look it up in a dictionary.
03-16-24, 07:49 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 174
Posted By PeteHski

I have had a few stationary bikes with that...

I have had a few stationary bikes with that function built in, but never found it very useful due to the lag in HR with changes in power. I always used a power target instead and adjusted according...
03-16-24, 06:41 AM
Replies: 204
Views: 4,880
Posted By PeteHski

Not one based on reality though.

Not one based on reality though.
03-16-24, 05:19 AM
Replies: 181
Views: 5,963
Posted By PeteHski

My current road endurance bike is on 30 mm Conti...

My current road endurance bike is on 30 mm Conti GP5000S TR tyres and 22 mm internal width rims. I weigh 80kg and run them at 65 psi. I find this a great combination for our mixed quality roads and...
03-15-24, 07:10 PM
Replies: 191
Views: 5,514
Posted By PeteHski

Maybe you just bought the wrong model bike for...

Maybe you just bought the wrong model bike for your needs. My CF endurance bike is very comfortable and pretty fast. It’s semi-aero and not mega-stiff. Carbon bars and seatpost are far more...
03-15-24, 10:44 AM
Replies: 204
Views: 4,880
Posted By PeteHski

I doubt anyone even thinks about the kind of...

I doubt anyone even thinks about the kind of cycling you do
03-15-24, 09:05 AM
Replies: 204
Views: 4,880
Posted By PeteHski

It’s just a different machine. Let’s imagine UCI...

It’s just a different machine. Let’s imagine UCI records had started using Penny Farthings. Would that mean that every subsequent record for the next 1000 years had to be set using a Penny Farthing?
03-15-24, 08:54 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,571
Posted By PeteHski

How does your normalised power compare indoor vs...

How does your normalised power compare indoor vs outdoor? I find np correlates closer than average power because outdoor power is much more variable. Although I rarely do outdoor fixed power...
03-15-24, 08:43 AM
Replies: 204
Views: 4,880
Posted By PeteHski

Limiting records to round tubed bikes is about as...

Limiting records to round tubed bikes is about as narrow a viewpoint as you can get. They changed the hour record rules about a decade ago to allow aero bikes because there was little interest from...
03-15-24, 08:04 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 235
Posted By PeteHski

I’m confused. What is the relevance of 16 days?...

I’m confused. What is the relevance of 16 days? It looks like you are preparing for a big event in September.

Edit: Ah I think I understand now. Your September trip is when you want to be able to...
03-15-24, 06:40 AM
Replies: 142
Views: 2,994
Posted By PeteHski

People often automatically assume lower gears...

People often automatically assume lower gears means less power and lower speed, but once we are reduced to grinding at sub 50 cadence in a higher gear then most people produce more power in a much...
03-15-24, 06:29 AM
Replies: 204
Views: 4,880
Posted By PeteHski

More projecting 😂

More projecting 😂
Forum: Road Cycling
03-15-24, 06:27 AM
Replies: 440
Views: 12,337
Posted By PeteHski

The point was that there are often so many spec...

The point was that there are often so many spec options today that it isn’t often practical to offer multiple colour choices as well. You might get 2 at the most and you are lucky if both options...
03-15-24, 04:28 AM
Replies: 204
Views: 4,880
Posted By PeteHski

There would be no point in having 2 brake specs...

There would be no point in having 2 brake specs unless there was a clear performance advantage. For a couple of years in the World Tour we saw a few climbing bikes remaining with rim brakes, notably...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-15-24, 04:12 AM
Replies: 440
Views: 12,337
Posted By PeteHski

I was thinking the same actually. From my fading...

I was thinking the same actually. From my fading memories of my local “pro” bike shop, I seem to recall there were more frame colours, but then most of their higher end bikes were built to order....
Forum: Road Cycling
03-15-24, 04:02 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 3,264
Posted By PeteHski

It’s ok I was joking. Newbies and zombie threads...

It’s ok I was joking. Newbies and zombie threads are a common theme on BF.
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