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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-16-21, 09:45 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 849
Posted By 1Lieutenant

Sorry I didn't update this before! The SRAM GX...

Sorry I didn't update this before!
The SRAM GX long cage derailleur works perfectly with the SRAM Rival brake/shifter levers and 11-36 tooth cassette. I now have a bike that is more suited to steep...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-31-21, 11:57 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,160
Posted By 1Lieutenant

Maybe a less expensive option would be changing...

Maybe a less expensive option would be changing the stem to a Redshift Shockstop. 20 mm of travel with replaceable elastomer inserts to adjust for rider weight or preferences. I have used one for two...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-26-21, 12:12 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 19,561
Posted By 1Lieutenant

Could get a Lynskey R300 titanium for under 6K...

Could get a Lynskey R300 titanium for under 6K with SRAM Force etap.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-26-21, 11:31 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,267
Posted By 1Lieutenant

Thanks for all the replies. I decided to place a...

Thanks for all the replies. I decided to place a tube in the rear wheel but keep the front tubeless for now. Only downside is carrying both a spare tube and sealant.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-24-21, 04:40 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,267
Posted By 1Lieutenant

The puncture is no greater than 1 mm. Muc Off...

The puncture is no greater than 1 mm. Muc Off sealant supposedly can seal up to 6 mm. That is why I am puzzled.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-24-21, 10:36 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,267
Posted By 1Lieutenant

Tubeless tire conundrum

Been having a problem with running tubeless tires on the rear wheel of my Lynskey R300 road bike.

I ride mostly rails to trails paved paths with limited road. My wheels are Mavic Ksyrium carbon...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-18-21, 03:34 PM
Replies: 128
Views: 36,288
Posted By 1Lieutenant

Purchased a Lynskey R300 a year ago with one of...

Purchased a Lynskey R300 a year ago with one of their 30% off sales. SRAM Force 1x with Absolute Black 42T chain wheel. Internal cable routing. Rides smoothly absorbing road vibrations. Upgraded...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-18-21, 11:42 AM
Replies: 3,143
Views: 1,020,708
Posted By 1Lieutenant

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/02a5ceed_66ef_460d_9c5e_2881d7445b06_440652ea4f4eae0c957c073d8858b235de714fb7.jpeg
Lynskey R300 SRAM Force 1x, Absolute Black 42T...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-28-21, 12:12 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,446
Posted By 1Lieutenant

I started riding before clipless existed. I used...

I started riding before clipless existed. I used toe clips with leather straps and cleated riding shoes. Worked great for many years. When Look developed the clipless pedal I adopted it after a few...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-26-21, 11:55 AM
Replies: 3,143
Views: 1,020,708
Posted By 1Lieutenant

I have a Lynskey R300 and Shockstop stem. The...

I have a Lynskey R300 and Shockstop stem. The combination results in an extremely smooth ride. Long rides are non fatiguing and the stress on my wrists has disappeared.
I have not noticed any...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-11-20, 02:55 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 11,366
Posted By 1Lieutenant

I have been using the Redshift stem for the past...

I have been using the Redshift stem for the past year on my Lynskey R300. It absorbs road vibration and softens harsh hits nicely. Has reduced the discomfort of my wrists and arms substantially. ...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-11-20, 12:10 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,990
Posted By 1Lieutenant

I have a 2009 Look 566 Rival. BSA threaded bottom...

I have a 2009 Look 566 Rival. BSA threaded bottom bracket. This bike has at least 12K miles on it (I know, not much by Bike Forum standards) and looks and rides like brand new. I have upgraded the...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-24-20, 03:46 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,143
Posted By 1Lieutenant

Here is a link to my post of my experience with...

Here is a link to my post of my experience with AbsoluteBlack oval chainring. I am so used to it I just don’t think about it. I do think it provides a tangible advantage.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-03-20, 07:22 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,118
Posted By 1Lieutenant

I have a Lynskey R300 with approximately 2000...

I have a Lynskey R300 with approximately 2000 miles on it. Let me preface by saying I am 67 years old and weigh 145 lb. I strength train 3 times per week and have for the last 40 years. I think a...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-03-20, 06:47 AM
Replies: 122
Views: 24,099
Posted By 1Lieutenant

I totally agree with this, except the conclusion...

I totally agree with this, except the conclusion (humor). Fast and smooth works for me. Must be an age thing.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-02-20, 02:19 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 24,099
Posted By 1Lieutenant

Thank you for the additional insight. I assumed,...

Thank you for the additional insight. I assumed, perhaps incorrectly, that the most rigid titanium bikes used by heavier racing types seems to gravitate towards the 6/4 alloy.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-02-20, 09:03 AM
Replies: 122
Views: 24,099
Posted By 1Lieutenant

I currently ride a Lynskey R300 disc that was...

I currently ride a Lynskey R300 disc that was semi-custom with internal cable routing. I have my first carbon fiber bike, a Look 566 on my trainer.
Prior to getting the Lynskey, I rode a Look 765...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-17-20, 08:23 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 7,109
Posted By 1Lieutenant

Changing from Gatorskins to Schwalbe Ultremo ZX. ...

Changing from Gatorskins to Schwalbe Ultremo ZX. Felt like riding in sand with the Gatorskins
Forum: Road Cycling
08-14-20, 04:05 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,394
Posted By 1Lieutenant

I did buy this after doing some research. But...

I did buy this after doing some research. But after I had the tire installed. Hope I don’t need to try it too soon!
Forum: Road Cycling
08-14-20, 02:26 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,394
Posted By 1Lieutenant

I used two tire levers, my hands, soapy water and...

I used two tire levers, my hands, soapy water and kept the beads centered within the deep part of the rim. I started opposite the valve. No luck. LBS literally took seconds!!
Forum: Road Cycling
08-12-20, 10:43 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,394
Posted By 1Lieutenant

I just went through this with my Ksyrium Pro...

I just went through this with my Ksyrium Pro Carbon UST rear wheel. I thought the Yksion Pro UST tire was OK but it seemed to have multiple flats. It would not seal well leaving goo along the frame...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-21-20, 11:43 AM
Replies: 177
Views: 12,806
Posted By 1Lieutenant

I have a semi-custom Lysnkey R300 with SRAM Force...

I have a semi-custom Lysnkey R300 with SRAM Force 1 hydraulic disc brakes. I upgraded the pads with Swissstop pads and have properly bedded in the rotors. The braking with this setup is...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-28-20, 01:32 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 849
Posted By 1Lieutenant

Bought a SRAM GX long cage 2x and 11-36 cassette....

Bought a SRAM GX long cage 2x and 11-36 cassette. Both 10 speeds. Longer chain as well. Will let you know how it goes. Minimal cost to extend the useful life of the bike.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-27-20, 09:52 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 849
Posted By 1Lieutenant

Replacing rear cassette on an older bike

I own a 2009 Look 566 that I purchased new. Over the years I have done some upgrades. I replaced the SRAM Rival front derailleur with a SRAM Rival yaw version. The wheels were replaced with Shimano...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-25-20, 04:49 PM
Replies: 3,143
Views: 1,020,708
Posted By 1Lieutenant

My 2020 Lynskey R300. ENVE fork. Semi custom with...

My 2020 Lynskey R300. ENVE fork. Semi custom with internal cable routing. SRAM Force 1x drivetrain. Mavic Pro Carbon wheels. SMP Drakon saddle. Very comfortable ride and quite responsive.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-25-20, 01:11 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 24,258
Posted By 1Lieutenant

Bike looks great and titanium frames are...

Bike looks great and titanium frames are certainly timeless. Enjoy riding it and just upgrade components as needed or wanted!

I just purchased a Lynskey R300 disc road bike. I plan on doing the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-30-20, 02:45 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 338
Posted By 1Lieutenant

With the spacer in place, all the cogs seem to...

With the spacer in place, all the cogs seem to have good engagement with the driver but the smallest cog seems a bit close to the drop out. Substantial amount of ratcheting noise when torqueing the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-30-20, 12:27 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 338
Posted By 1Lieutenant

Thanks!!

Thanks!!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-30-20, 11:33 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 338
Posted By 1Lieutenant

Cassette question

Hello all,

I have a Lynskey R300 with a SRAM 11 speed 11-42 cassette (non XD). When I bought this bike, I put this cassette on my 2018 Mavic Kysrium Pro carbon wheels. Being 11 speed, I did not...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-25-20, 09:06 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,094
Posted By 1Lieutenant

32 mile ride on rails to trails. Avon to East...

32 mile ride on rails to trails. Avon to East Granby CT. Beautiful weather. Everyone socially distanced. Just tipped 400 miles on my Lynskey R300.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-16-20, 12:20 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,630
Posted By 1Lieutenant

My final review of the oval chainrings

I finished a 33 mile ride yesterday. Thought I would give you my final review. Unless something drastic happens, I won't post further since everythng is consistent with my previous results.
Very...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-12-20, 11:16 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,630
Posted By 1Lieutenant

First ride with the new oval chainring!!

Happy Easter or Passover to all!

Just finished a 20.2 mile ride and thought I would share my experiences, It is a route I have ridden many times. Flat for most of it with gradual inclines or...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-10-20, 09:07 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,630
Posted By 1Lieutenant

I didn't go into much detail as to why I chose...

I didn't go into much detail as to why I chose Absolute black chainrings in my initial post. I know oval chainrings have been around for a long, long time, even well before Shimano Biopace rings. ...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-09-20, 08:56 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,630
Posted By 1Lieutenant

New bit of kit. Oval chainring

With way too much time on my hands now I find it impossible to not work on my bike. It is a brand new Lynskey R300 so not much needs to be done. The chain has been cleaned and paraffined. Everything...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-02-20, 11:03 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,155
Posted By 1Lieutenant

Lynskey Helix Pro road bike. Beautiful stiff...

Lynskey Helix Pro road bike. Beautiful stiff titanium frame that should last a lifetime. Solid Shimano 105 components. With their 25% off sale and free shipping comes out to a shade under $2400. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-21-20, 03:41 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 14,236
Posted By 1Lieutenant

https://i.imgur.com/eeosNVd.jpg Lynskey R300...

https://i.imgur.com/eeosNVd.jpg

Lynskey R300 in its natural habitat


Went for my first ride with the bike. My ride was only 20 miles but was on the same route I have ridden for several years....
Forum: Road Cycling
03-20-20, 03:35 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 14,236
Posted By 1Lieutenant

Your bike looks great! I wanted a bit of...

Your bike looks great! I wanted a bit of customization to “make it mine”. I had the SRAM 1x on my Look and love it so I wanted to be sure I could get the same on the Lynskey. I never gave the...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-20-20, 11:00 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 14,236
Posted By 1Lieutenant

Thanks!

Thanks!
Forum: Road Cycling
03-20-20, 10:35 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 14,236
Posted By 1Lieutenant

Wish I could have. No shop nearby carries them. ...

Wish I could have. No shop nearby carries them. Just went by the reviews (could be a crapshoot)
Forum: Road Cycling
03-20-20, 10:22 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 14,236
Posted By 1Lieutenant

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/bike_4_82452ca080b0b18dd334b65da3c5a3302a392175.jpg...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-20-20, 10:15 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 14,236
Posted By 1Lieutenant

My new Lysnskey R300

Hello all,

Been waiting since February to receive my Lynskey R300. Have spent the better part of a year reviewing post and bike reviews about this company and decided to pull the trigger despite...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-02-20, 10:10 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 20,043
Posted By 1Lieutenant

no updates yet. Bike is to be shipped March 10....

no updates yet. Bike is to be shipped March 10. Will post once received.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-07-20, 04:48 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 20,043
Posted By 1Lieutenant

Reviving an old thread. Hoping for some...

Reviving an old thread.

Hoping for some long term updates of your Lynskey R 260s, or other models ,for that matter.

I just ordered a Lynskey R300 road bike and expect delivery in about 4...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-21-20, 02:48 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,819
Posted By 1Lieutenant

I use a Garmin rear radar warning system and...

I use a Garmin rear radar warning system and strobing light linked to my Garmin Edge 520. Lets me know when cars are approaching from behind and how rapidly they are closing in. This, coupled with...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-21-20, 02:23 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,330
Posted By 1Lieutenant

I will be taking a "test" ride as soon as the...

I will be taking a "test" ride as soon as the roads get clean. Then decide.

To answer some of your questions:
A: I can afford it. I don't mind spending money, but I hate wasting money.
B. Kids...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-21-20, 02:17 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,330
Posted By 1Lieutenant

LOL. I have kept this screen name for years...

LOL. I have kept this screen name for years since I was a 1LT. Long since retired at O4. Was a ceremonial unit.

Basically, I am pragmatic and don't really need two bikes if there is no...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-20-20, 02:48 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,330
Posted By 1Lieutenant

Should I get this bike???

I currently ride a 2018 Look 765 equipped with Sram Force 1x that I am extremely happy with. I do not do "off road" but am happy with the gear range of this 1x system. It is disc brake equipped with...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-03-20, 06:07 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,499
Posted By 1Lieutenant

Pretty awesome!!

Pretty awesome!!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-28-19, 03:30 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,685
Posted By 1Lieutenant

Everyone seems to have nailed it. I went from 23...

Everyone seems to have nailed it. I went from 23 to 25 Schwalbe Ultremo on my Look 566 and was greatly pleased with the improvement in ride comfort. After 10 years I upgraded to my current ride...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-27-19, 11:47 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,517
Posted By 1Lieutenant

I know this is an old thread, but I thought I...

I know this is an old thread, but I thought I would reply with my technique.

I bought the Vaypor + shoe with the ideas I would have a custom molded rigid shoe. After heating and wearing four...
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