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Forum: Road Cycling
11-15-18, 09:00 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,821
Posted By deex

I love my bolt. I used it I’ve for 13 hours...

I love my bolt. I used it I’ve for 13 hours straight and still had 10% battery life left. Everyone else on that one overnight ride lost their garmin at the ninth hour.

I use all wahoo sensors...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-04-18, 06:38 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,421
Posted By deex

I have the same bike with the Ultegra groupset....

I have the same bike with the Ultegra groupset. The best upgrade I did was to get carbon wheels. It changed the whole bike. Easier to keep it rolling at speed.

I also have a 105 cassette.
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-12-18, 06:51 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,695
Posted By deex

It's a good price.

It's a good price.
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-12-18, 06:14 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,695
Posted By deex

That looks like a 2007 Hardrock Sport. Google it....

That looks like a 2007 Hardrock Sport. Google it.

https://www.moredirt.com/ratemyride/bike/626

It's a 2006 HardRock Comp
Forum: Road Cycling
05-09-18, 08:10 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,249
Posted By deex

What type of cleats do you have? I feel float...

What type of cleats do you have? I feel float also affects knee pain.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-06-18, 08:35 PM
Replies: 6,218
Views: 559,415
Posted By deex

Friday Deerfield Beach to Key Largo. Saturday Key...

Friday Deerfield Beach to Key Largo. Saturday Key Largo to Key West. Close to 220 miles over two days. The tailwind was great so we reached speeds of 30 miles in a group of almost 60 riders.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-02-18, 06:47 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,293
Posted By deex

You can buy replacement screws with the flat head...

You can buy replacement screws with the flat head at a hardware store. You can counter sink them into the rubber. You can add a small metal bracket brace. To get what you want you have to get...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-01-18, 10:21 PM
Replies: 6,218
Views: 559,415
Posted By deex

Sunday: 102 miles Saturday: 82 miles The...

Sunday: 102 miles
Saturday: 82 miles

The weather was perfect!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-01-18, 03:45 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,293
Posted By deex

Just screw the rubber piece in. That’s why you...

Just screw the rubber piece in. That’s why you have those holes for. Hot glue is going to come undone.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
03-09-18, 11:10 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 14,781
Posted By deex

Not a problem on mine and I’ve used it for over a...

Not a problem on mine and I’ve used it for over a year in all sorts of dry and wet weather.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-27-17, 10:47 PM
Replies: 6,218
Views: 559,415
Posted By deex

I can ride a century in 100+ degrees. I did the...

I can ride a century in 100+ degrees. I did the Key Largo to Key West century in May and I think the temp was 102 under the sun. Screw that winter noise. I can cool down really easily, I can’t warm...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-27-17, 06:32 AM
Replies: 6,218
Views: 559,415
Posted By deex

100.4 miles on Christmas Day. I have to complete...

100.4 miles on Christmas Day. I have to complete 4K miles before the end of the year. I should be done with today’s 26 mile gravel ride.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
12-19-17, 07:16 AM
Replies: 1,811
Views: 220,024
Posted By deex

I’m regards to email Google has an interesting...

I’m regards to email Google has an interesting blog post:

https://gmail.googleblog.com/2008/03/2-hidden-ways-to-get-more-from-your.html?m=1

I receive email from someone else that has my same...
Forum: Living Car Free
11-01-17, 06:49 AM
Replies: 140
Views: 50,846
Posted By deex

Beautiful 70 degree weather. Winter is the best...

Beautiful 70 degree weather. Winter is the best here.
Forum: Mountain Biking
10-24-17, 06:19 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 621
Posted By deex

Yes. You don’t want the tube getting pinched by...

Yes. You don’t want the tube getting pinched by the metal. But I highly recommend a tubeless setup.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-09-17, 12:15 PM
Replies: 5,455
Views: 3,886,510
Posted By deex

This. It would break my flow when going fast. I...

This. It would break my flow when going fast. I say it is a little millennial or retro grouch? Can't decide. :crash:
Forum: Road Cycling
08-01-17, 08:27 PM
Replies: 163
Views: 27,252
Posted By deex

Too much equipment, not enough riding. Lol I...

Too much equipment, not enough riding. Lol

I want to start hearing that you are going on 50+ mile rides and feedback on how you like your build. It takes me at least 200 miles of riding to really...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-29-17, 03:32 PM
Replies: 6,218
Views: 559,415
Posted By deex

70 mile levee/sand/mud/water crossing ride with...

70 mile levee/sand/mud/water crossing ride with 24 other people. It was amazing.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
07-25-17, 07:18 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,064
Posted By deex

Yes. I have the tickr for heart rate and the...

Yes. I have the tickr for heart rate and the bluesc on both my road and gravel bike.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
07-25-17, 07:00 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,064
Posted By deex

I have the wahoo elemnt bolt. It is really good....

I have the wahoo elemnt bolt. It is really good. You do have to buy the candence/speed sensor separately but that is the case with any computer.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-22-17, 10:12 AM
Replies: 163
Views: 27,252
Posted By deex

This ^^^ I have done century rides with an...

This ^^^

I have done century rides with an extra tube, a co2 cartridge and some levers. Unless you are planning on doing a tune up in the middle of a 20 mile ride you do not need all those tools....
Forum: Road Cycling
06-18-17, 06:33 AM
Replies: 198
Views: 23,467
Posted By deex

Not bad. If you can not clip in at a stop light...

Not bad. If you can not clip in at a stop light yoinjustvstartbpedaling I clipped and clip later on. Pedal gently until you can clip in. I do it all the time. The best satisfaction is to be able to...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
06-14-17, 08:56 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,248
Posted By deex

There is nonother way to know how you are going...

There is nonother way to know how you are going to feel thank to ride the long distances. Also not every ride is the same. I have done three centuries and many metric centuries + and on some I have...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-05-17, 08:21 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,722
Posted By deex

That is a good price for that bike. Fix it, ride...

That is a good price for that bike. Fix it, ride it, enjoy it.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-04-17, 10:32 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,722
Posted By deex

Thanks for the clarification. I was referring to...

Thanks for the clarification. I was referring to the new and previous generation. In all reality if he is upgrading the derailleur it may be a good choice to upgrade the cassette as well. If not he...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-04-17, 07:46 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,722
Posted By deex

Is that is a 8 speed bike of need to make sure...

Is that is a 8 speed bike of need to make sure the derailleur is compatible. XT is only 10 and 11 speed.
Forum: Southeast
06-04-17, 07:23 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 912
Posted By deex

No problem. We have grouprides all the time, both...

No problem. We have grouprides all the time, both road and trail. Just let me know if you want any more info.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-03-17, 08:32 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,083
Posted By deex

I ride road all down and up A1A. You can easily...

I ride road all down and up A1A. You can easily complete centuries safely with beautiful views.

As far as trail riding there are multiple supported trails all throughout So. Florida....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-02-17, 05:50 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,853
Posted By deex

Without stopping 42 miles. Organized ride with...

Without stopping 42 miles. Organized ride with cops. No need to stop.
Forum: Southeast
06-02-17, 05:49 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 912
Posted By deex

Then you can take Forest Hill east and stop at...

Then you can take Forest Hill east and stop at the Pinehurst bike trail and do a lap. Fun ~5 mile trail.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-17, 08:21 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,853
Posted By deex

107 gravel miles in 12 hours. On a Specialized...

107 gravel miles in 12 hours. On a Specialized Power Comp. Super comfortable saddle.
Forum: Southeast
06-01-17, 08:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 912
Posted By deex

Forest hill Blvd all the way east, or southern...

Forest hill Blvd all the way east, or southern and then a1a to forest hill. But Forest Hill is the most direct route.

Are you exclusively doing road biking?
Forum: Road Cycling
05-25-17, 07:22 PM
Replies: 198
Views: 23,467
Posted By deex

So how many miles how you put on it? Go ride it...

So how many miles how you put on it? Go ride it and break her in!!
Forum: Road Cycling
05-25-17, 06:07 AM
Replies: 198
Views: 23,467
Posted By deex

Thanks for this thread, it has been fun to read. ...

Thanks for this thread, it has been fun to read.

I recently purchased the Bolt and took it for a century ride from Key Largo to Key West this past weekend. It performed perfectly and it is such a...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-23-17, 08:26 PM
Replies: 198
Views: 23,467
Posted By deex

It took me a while adjusting my ultegra front...

It took me a while adjusting my ultegra front derailleur. I also did not know that there was a trim function in the levers that makes thing nice and quiet after shifting to the big ring. Another tap...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-23-17, 08:20 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 18,572
Posted By deex

I think there was something wrong with my...

I think there was something wrong with my caliper. Even when you would pull the lever on the caliper it would not lock the disc.

The guy at the LBS (I'm friend's with him) had the same brakes...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-22-17, 09:25 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 18,572
Posted By deex

I had them with sram rival levers. They never...

I had them with sram rival levers. They never felt right or even locked the wheelsand went back to the bb7's. Those lock up the wheels no problem every time. The trp brakes are a failed attempt at...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-22-17, 07:32 PM
Replies: 5,455
Views: 3,886,510
Posted By deex

I spent 12 hours on my Specialized Power comp on...

I spent 12 hours on my Specialized Power comp on an overnight 100 mile gravel ride. I have nothing but good things to say about it. Such a comfortable saddle.

My Maxxis ramblers RT 40C are running...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-20-17, 07:55 PM
Replies: 6,218
Views: 559,415
Posted By deex

It is a little dirty. You have to always be on...

It is a little dirty. You have to always be on the lookout for debris and cars. One of the girls riding got 4 flats. Going over the 7 mile bridge has to be the highlight of that ride. I hit 36mph on...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-20-17, 07:27 PM
Replies: 6,218
Views: 559,415
Posted By deex

108 miles from Key Largo to Key West I'm around 5...

108 miles from Key Largo to Key West I'm around 5 and a half hours moving time.

Such a beautiful scenery. Had a tailwind so it was really fast. Also had 60 other people riding with me.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-19-17, 09:00 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 12,871
Posted By deex

At 5'8" you may be more comfortable on a 52 than...

At 5'8" you may be more comfortable on a 52 than a 54.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-16-17, 09:02 PM
Replies: 5,455
Views: 3,886,510
Posted By deex

I bought it second hand. Looks like a 52. There...

I bought it second hand. Looks like a 52. There is no sticker with the size any where.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-28-17, 01:03 PM
Replies: 5,455
Views: 3,886,510
Posted By deex

http://i1243.photobucket.com/albums/gg548/deexboy/...

http://i1243.photobucket.com/albums/gg548/deexboy/5703B4F8-6C2C-4377-8A62-49AFEC47F458_zpsalegoplw.jpg

Love this thing! SRAM Rival 22 speed. WTB i19 tubeless rims. MAXXIS Rambler TR 40c tires. We...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-27-17, 10:53 AM
Replies: 207
Views: 87,214
Posted By deex

They are probably concerned with the lever...

They are probably concerned with the lever ripping the tape if used incorrectly. That is the only thing that I see of concern.

I mounted MAXXIS Rambler 40C on my gravel bike and it was a pain to...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-26-17, 11:07 AM
Replies: 207
Views: 87,214
Posted By deex

Tonight, in your dreams, when the nightmare of a...

Tonight, in your dreams, when the nightmare of a quicklink on a shimano chain wakes you up in cold sweat you'll go and replace it and everything will be ok with the world again. Until then... lol
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-26-17, 10:00 AM
Replies: 207
Views: 87,214
Posted By deex

For some reason to me it bothers me. Seeing as...

For some reason to me it bothers me. Seeing as you went to such lengths in getting it perfect having a quick link in a Shimano chain that does not come standard with one just makes me not feel good....
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-26-17, 08:55 AM
Replies: 207
Views: 87,214
Posted By deex

Why did you go with a missing link and not the...

Why did you go with a missing link and not the included shimano pin? I carry extra missing links but always use the shimano pin. I really like the clean look of not having a missing link.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-20-17, 06:05 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 6,483
Posted By deex

50 or even a 48 will for you fine. You can always...

50 or even a 48 will for you fine. You can always change the stem if it's a tiny small.

I am the same height and ride a 50.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-19-17, 07:52 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 10,218
Posted By deex

I have three. 29er hard tail. Gravel...

I have three.

29er hard tail.
Gravel bike
Road Bike

Would like to add a FS and a fattie.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-19-17, 06:03 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 4,628
Posted By deex

When you go to the LBS get a small multitool....

When you go to the LBS get a small multitool. This will allow you to make all the small changes as you go. I can guarantee that if you keep on riding what felt good at the beginning will have to be...
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