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03-18-24, 08:16 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 79
Posted By mstateglfr

I looked up 3 of the bikes and already know the...

I looked up 3 of the bikes and already know the general litespeed geometry.
You are asking about bikes that have totally different geometries and will both feel and fit differently from one...
03-18-24, 07:59 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 730
Posted By mstateglfr

This guy always delivers.

This guy always delivers.
03-18-24, 12:18 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 3,325
Posted By mstateglfr

It can be more difficult, but it can also still...

It can be more difficult, but it can also still be quite easy.

There are still new bikes with mechanical shifting, both entry level and mid level.
There are still new bikes with mechanical...
03-18-24, 12:11 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 132
Posted By mstateglfr

Oh wow, I didnt read that part correctly. Yeah,...

Oh wow, I didnt read that part correctly. Yeah, both wheelsets are already owned by the OP. Well that was a waste of links by me!
In that case, pick whichever looks cooler or spins...
03-18-24, 11:58 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 507
Posted By mstateglfr

I meant its effectively no different when it...

I meant its effectively no different when it comes to enjoying the ride vs focusing on metrics during the ride. Thats the topic of the article and thread, from what I can tell- unplug and experience...
03-18-24, 08:51 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 132
Posted By mstateglfr

Are the VO wheels the 'Enterprise' model on their...

Are the VO wheels the 'Enterprise' model on their website? If so, I wouldnt say those wheels are performance based at all. Like not in any way. The weight isnt performance based and the rim shape...
03-18-24, 08:24 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 507
Posted By mstateglfr

A GPS that is recording but not displaying data...

A GPS that is recording but not displaying data is effectively no different from not having a GPS there at all.
A light kinda helps to see and be seen when its dark. Safety and whatnot.
A bell...
03-18-24, 08:11 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 150
Posted By mstateglfr

You usually riding a 54cm bike is of little help...

You usually riding a 54cm bike is of little help here. You need to compare the geometry of your bike to the geometry of the bike you are looking at.

Compare these things...
- stack height
-...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-18-24, 08:07 AM
Replies: 21,302
Views: 5,152,104
Posted By mstateglfr

https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256802073814794.ht...

https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256802073814794.html?src=google&src=google&albch=shopping&acnt=708-803-3821&slnk=&plac=&mtctp=&albbt=Google_7_shopping&albagn=888888&isSmbAutoCall=false&needSmbHouyi=fa...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-18-24, 07:53 AM
Replies: 439
Views: 12,317
Posted By mstateglfr

The first video you linked was 90min long and you...

The first video you linked was 90min long and you didnt cite the time within the video that should be watch or which comments should be read. So given that, maybe my question below is redundant and...
03-17-24, 06:11 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 701
Posted By mstateglfr

Yes they are, if you want to use one. No they...

Yes they are, if you want to use one.
No they aren't, if you dislike em.


Seems like a pretty simple issue to resolve as the answer is personal.
03-17-24, 06:03 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 730
Posted By mstateglfr

So in just a few weeks of owning this $3000 bike...

So in just a few weeks of owning this $3000 bike you have had a tire tear apart at the bead(that's what it looks like), you broke a spoke, and you've gone thru brake pads?

That may be the cheapest...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-15-24, 08:22 AM
Replies: 439
Views: 12,317
Posted By mstateglfr

Again, you haven't been to the Trek website in...

Again, you haven't been to the Trek website in years if you think Trek bikes these days lack color.
Maybe you shouldn't have used Trek specifically?...that would help make your point a bit better,...
03-14-24, 08:35 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,262
Posted By mstateglfr

I have used 2 bolt rx8 shoes and currently use 2...

I have used 2 bolt rx8 shoes and currently use 2 bolt LG Granite II shoes.
I'm really not sure what I am actually sacrificing with either of those shoes- they feel plenty stiff while also being...
03-14-24, 08:22 PM
Replies: 204
Views: 4,878
Posted By mstateglfr

Noted.

Noted.
03-14-24, 12:48 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 395
Posted By mstateglfr

Well F. I got caught in the old resurrect an...

Well F.

I got caught in the old resurrect an unresponded to thread and make it seem like its relevant.
How lame of that poster to resurrect this.
03-14-24, 12:46 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 182
Posted By mstateglfr

I dont have either bike and havent even ridden...

I dont have either bike and havent even ridden either bike. I just figured I could comment on the geometry concern.

- If you havent ridden anything below 60mm trail in years, then it wouldnt feel...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-14-24, 12:32 PM
Replies: 439
Views: 12,317
Posted By mstateglfr

Wow, Fredo is coming out swinging today! I...

Wow, Fredo is coming out swinging today!

I took your earlier post as you claiming Trek has way too many black bikes. If that isnt what you were trying to say, what were you trying to say?
Forum: Road Cycling
03-14-24, 10:24 AM
Replies: 439
Views: 12,317
Posted By mstateglfr

Sometimes it helps to point out specific use case...

Sometimes it helps to point out specific use case scenarios because a person may have not thought of those scenarios and pushing back may change a person's mind.
If someone is only thinking 'well...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-14-24, 10:15 AM
Replies: 439
Views: 12,317
Posted By mstateglfr

^ hasnt looked at the Trek website in years.

^ hasnt looked at the Trek website in years.
Forum: Touring
03-14-24, 09:39 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 210
Posted By mstateglfr

The OP mentioned the cap was removed and steerer...

The OP mentioned the cap was removed and steerer measured.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-14-24, 09:35 AM
Replies: 439
Views: 12,317
Posted By mstateglfr

If sealant wont plug and a plug kit wont plug,...

If sealant wont plug and a plug kit wont plug, get different sealant and a different plug kit. Pretty simple post-issue assessment right there.
And of course you should carry a spare tube.

...
03-14-24, 09:06 AM
Replies: 204
Views: 4,878
Posted By mstateglfr

You have posted many times that you are old, so...

You have posted many times that you are old, so it should be no surprise to you that for decades athletic records have been set, fallen, or stayed due to rule adjustments.

Some obvious rule and...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-14-24, 08:49 AM
Replies: 21,302
Views: 5,152,104
Posted By mstateglfr

Any chance you have recently purchased cycling...

Any chance you have recently purchased cycling related products? If so- try posting about the product(s) in this thread.
03-13-24, 01:22 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 395
Posted By mstateglfr

You should ride both bikes and see which fits...

You should ride both bikes and see which fits best. I mean, you dont even mention the size of the Cannondale, so there is 0 chance anyone here should even guess which fits best, much less...
Forum: Touring
03-13-24, 01:15 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 210
Posted By mstateglfr

There are a couple crown race sizes, but 1"...

There are a couple crown race sizes, but

1" threadless headsets can have 26.4mm or 27.0mm crown races, that is true. I assumed you knew which you have. You can easily measure that with a...
03-13-24, 10:12 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,262
Posted By mstateglfr

For sure, pedal and shoe combined needs to be...

For sure, pedal and shoe combined needs to be taken into account. Wasnt disagreeing with your earlier comment, just trying to add to it since pedal weight was referenced.
03-13-24, 10:11 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,262
Posted By mstateglfr

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/500x280/6138beed3b0aa803677074_40d2eb5e236c5dd82fe0ea122748d456981406e3_20447bbc08f738d314182f8d08dbc4a5bbad39e4_87af31ee775c66c0d271d5c56be9cb01a...
03-13-24, 08:59 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,262
Posted By mstateglfr

Before you first responded... post 2- If you...

Before you first responded...

post 2- If you plan to ride anything other than smooth gravel roads, go with MTB pedals.
...so road pedals for smooth gravel, which is what you said you do.
...
03-13-24, 06:49 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,262
Posted By mstateglfr

I have spd a600 pedals on a road bike that weigh...

I have spd a600 pedals on a road bike that weigh less than spd SL 105 road pedals.
...less or same, don't remember, it's been 6 years.
Anyways, there is a possible exception to the rule, for what...
03-13-24, 06:43 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,262
Posted By mstateglfr

yes I understand that. I am not suggesting thru...

yes I understand that. I am not suggesting thru didn't use road pedals.
Good lord- when a comment is met with push back by multiple posters, maybe try to understand why, instead of immediately...
03-12-24, 09:58 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,262
Posted By mstateglfr

Your point is a good one and I agree with it. I...

Your point is a good one and I agree with it. I agree with others who made the same point in this thread.
Yeah, mtb can be best for some people. And yeah, road can be fine for some situations.
...
03-12-24, 08:03 PM
Replies: 204
Views: 4,878
Posted By mstateglfr

Was just joking around by saying the thread was...

Was just joking around by saying the thread was more productive closed than open.
I am well aware nobody is forced to read or respond to threads, but always good to hear it stated again.
03-12-24, 06:27 PM
Replies: 204
Views: 4,878
Posted By mstateglfr

This thread was better when it was locked.

This thread was better when it was locked.
Forum: Touring
03-12-24, 02:01 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 210
Posted By mstateglfr

https://www.rei.com/product/237415/ritchey-rl1-ext...

https://www.rei.com/product/237415/ritchey-rl1-external-cup-ec-threadless-headset-1?sku=2374150001&CAWELAID=120217890017942210&srsltid=AfmBOop9oUvzGJs8mlYDE21-8MwmEM_sts5oOh3v8HQFIaHACeQykzXVZy0
...
03-12-24, 01:28 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 272
Posted By mstateglfr

If its actually new and not used but looks pretty...

If its actually new and not used but looks pretty new, $1700.
If its used and just in really good cosmetic and mechanical condition, $1200.




Related note- that site's spec and pics are...
03-12-24, 01:06 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,262
Posted By mstateglfr

Is it interesting? What elite pros do or dont...

Is it interesting?
What elite pros do or dont so should minimally impact casual cyclists and even most enthusiast cyclists. They should use products that suit them best, and if some of those...
03-12-24, 12:01 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 1,676
Posted By mstateglfr

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/400x215/9438a956_24fd_47b1_8d90_ff48510de514_text_118cadff4b356356f1e5467fe1b1a97627218b93.gif
03-12-24, 11:57 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 531
Posted By mstateglfr

I suggested we start over. You said the tires...

I suggested we start over. You said the tires have pretty cool tread designs and I asked you to explain why they are cool designs so an on topic conversation could take place.
...do you now not...
03-11-24, 06:59 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 531
Posted By mstateglfr

I think your words above are faux intellectualism...

I think your words above are faux intellectualism at its best.
Your threads are infamous for being conflicting, asking for info you have no actual intent on using(your many frame design and bike...
03-11-24, 10:38 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 3,316
Posted By mstateglfr

There is no point where I would ever say your...

There is no point where I would ever say your bikes are posted too frequently. I encourage you to post them as frequently as possible so everyone has context when reading your IGH rants.
03-11-24, 10:30 AM
Replies: 204
Views: 4,878
Posted By mstateglfr

I mean, your subject line is true, but admittedly...

I mean, your subject line is true, but admittedly your reasoning is not what I figured you would cite. Of the 50 reasons why the UCI could be called inconsistent, I really never would have put...
03-11-24, 10:27 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 531
Posted By mstateglfr

What do we think about what? Saying 'what do...

What do we think about what?
Saying 'what do you think' without any context or detail is absurd.



This thread is starting out even worse than normal for your threads.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-11-24, 09:12 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 2,106
Posted By mstateglfr

"30 years old isn't very old. Yes, my original...

"30 years old isn't very old. Yes, my original iPod and iPod mini are newer but my Sony Walkman is 44 years old. Used the Walkman while mowing my lawn and it played like it was streaming off...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-11-24, 08:53 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 2,106
Posted By mstateglfr

Cant say I have ever seen Kenda Karvs in use,...

Cant say I have ever seen Kenda Karvs in use, much less a white version. Are they like every other Kenda tire in existence, or are they actually a decent weight with low rolling resistance?
03-11-24, 08:31 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 7,916
Posted By mstateglfr

Similar to my single speed chain drive bike- that...

Similar to my single speed chain drive bike- that thing is dead silent when pedaling, as all single speeds should be.
Forum: Touring
03-11-24, 08:29 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,115
Posted By mstateglfr

- Tire puncture- tube or tubeless, doesnt matter...

- Tire puncture- tube or tubeless, doesnt matter which since both should then be looked into after a puncture.
- Brake wear/noise/rub- disc or rim, doesnt matter since rub happens with both due to...
03-11-24, 07:57 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 219
Posted By mstateglfr

Wrap whatever you want to wrap- there is no...

Wrap whatever you want to wrap- there is no functional downside to wrapping an area. The inside of the fork blades and the underside of the fork crown would be the two spots that I could see someone...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-10-24, 05:29 PM
Replies: 10,407
Views: 3,329,641
Posted By mstateglfr

Biggest difference is geometry. Smaller...

Biggest difference is geometry.
Smaller differences are possibly component level.

But if you are trying to compare a CAAD from 2000 with a Synapse from '14, the tube shaping will also be...
Forum: Touring
03-08-24, 10:18 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 503
Posted By mstateglfr

I've been 210 to 225# over the last few years. My...

I've been 210 to 225# over the last few years. My 43mm GK SS tires carried me as well as my 23# gravel bike perfectly fine for years.

There is 0 meaningful difference between me on that gravel...
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