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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-05-23, 03:00 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 227
Posted By fcriscuo

Thanks for all the advice. I've ordered the power...

Thanks for all the advice. I've ordered the power meter. I'm too slow to justify being much of a weight weenie (even for a moving part).
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-04-23, 04:52 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 227
Posted By fcriscuo

Use of 4iiii Podium nds 105 crank arm power meter

My Pinarello has a 172.5 mm Ultegra 6800 crankset. I've found a good deal on a 4iiii Podium non-drive side power meter installed on a 105 crank arm of the same length. The price is significantly...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-07-23, 10:32 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 423
Posted By fcriscuo

Thanks for this info. Velomine looks like an...

Thanks for this info. Velomine looks like an incredible resource. I checked out eBay and found a couple of possibilities.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-07-23, 10:30 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 423
Posted By fcriscuo

Thanks for the tip; the width is 126. I've put...

Thanks for the tip; the width is 126. I've put less than 100 mi on the current Pirelli P Zero tires, so they should be transferrable.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-23, 06:05 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 423
Posted By fcriscuo

Clincher wheels for 78 Masi

I have a 78 Masi Gran Criterium. A few years ago I swapped out the Nisi tubular wheels for a budget set of clincher wheels. I wanted to ride the bike more, but I didn't want to deal with tubulars...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-02-23, 12:11 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 433
Posted By fcriscuo

Thanks for the update and the OC shop references....

Thanks for the update and the OC shop references. It's certainly preferable to buy from a local dealer. My confusion about the Aria's availability stems from a notice on Bianchi's Web site indicating...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-02-23, 11:18 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 433
Posted By fcriscuo

Bianchi Aria Opinions

I came across a description of the Bianchi Aria, a carbon fiber bike with a racing geometry, on Bianchi's Web site. It matches exactly what I'm looking for in my next bike. Unfortunately, it appears...
Forum: Indoor & Stationary Cycling Forum
04-09-23, 04:00 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,601
Posted By fcriscuo

I purchased a Wahoo Kickr Core three years ago...

I purchased a Wahoo Kickr Core three years ago and signed up for Zwift and Fulgaz subscriptions. Although I enjoyed the incredible range of rides provided by Fulgaz, I experienced a couple of...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-15-22, 04:27 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 6,712
Posted By fcriscuo

After experiencing some problems that required...

After experiencing some problems that required visiting a urologist, I decided to try a Selle SMP saddle. Selle SMP makes dozens of saddles, so it's somewhat difficult to choose the right one. Since...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-12-22, 03:23 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 5,341
Posted By fcriscuo

Gel treatments for knee pain

Hi,
I am 73 years old and, combining indoor & outdoor cycling, ride 80-100 miles/week. I started getting gel shots in both knees semi-annually in 2018 when osteoarthritis in my knees (primarily...
Forum: Indoor & Stationary Cycling Forum
11-14-22, 12:46 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,173
Posted By fcriscuo

Thanks for your reply. I found an item on a Wahoo...

Thanks for your reply. I found an item on a Wahoo support page (where I should have looked in the first place) that explained my problem. "This is known as an "ERG Mode Lockup" (or sometimes the...
Forum: Indoor & Stationary Cycling Forum
11-12-22, 02:08 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,173
Posted By fcriscuo

Kickr Core/ Zwift Resistance Problem

Hi,

I've been completing Zwift rides using a Wahoo Kickr Core for about 30 months. I use a Bluetooth connection between the trainer and an Apple iPad running the Zwift app. There is a wireless...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-21-22, 05:18 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,714
Posted By fcriscuo

Thanks for the information. I can appreciate how...

Thanks for the information. I can appreciate how prolonged braking with rim brakes could cause thermal stresses for the tube. My bike has disc brakes. I have used the Zonda wheels without rim strips...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-04-22, 12:06 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 582
Posted By fcriscuo

Thanks for your suggestion. I have changed all...

Thanks for your suggestion. I have changed all the cables and housings. On this Bianchi, most of the derailleur cable runs are not enclosed in housings.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-04-22, 12:00 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 582
Posted By fcriscuo

Thanks for your reply. I've changed the pulleys,...

Thanks for your reply. I've changed the pulleys, cables, and chain. The cassette is relatively new.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-03-22, 05:37 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 582
Posted By fcriscuo

I appreciate your reply and your explanation.

I appreciate your reply and your explanation.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-03-22, 05:34 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 582
Posted By fcriscuo

Thanks for your reply. My Pinarello has 11-speed...

Thanks for your reply. My Pinarello has 11-speed Ultegra components and its shifting is significantly smoother than the 105 Bianchi. That is why I am considering an upgrade.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-03-22, 01:44 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 582
Posted By fcriscuo

Upgrade derailleurs from Shimano 105 to Ultegra

I have a 2011 Bianchi Sempre which came equipped with Shimano 105 components. Over the years, I have upgraded the brakes, cassette, chainrings, and chain to Ultegra parts. I would now like to upgrade...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-10-22, 04:29 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 816
Posted By fcriscuo

Thanks for the reply and I apologize for the...

Thanks for the reply and I apologize for the confusion. I learned shortly after submitting my original post that the 70 mm dimension referred to the BB width, not diameter. I feel I now have...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-10-22, 12:53 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 816
Posted By fcriscuo

Bottom Bracket for 2017 Pinarello Gan K

I have a 2017 Pinarello Gan K disc with an Ultegra groupset. I plan on replacing the existing 172.5 mm crankset with a 165 mm crankset and given the modest cost increase, the bottom bracket as well....
Forum: Road Cycling
12-17-21, 04:05 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,536
Posted By fcriscuo

Pirelli P Zero Velo tires

Pirelli P Zero Velo tires have, until recently, been my go-to tire for quite a while. Unfortunately, I decided to swap them out for a set of Panaracer Race Evo 3s that I had lying around after...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-17-21, 03:42 PM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,415,179
Posted By fcriscuo

2018 Pinarello Gan K disc 2011 Bianchi Sempre ...

2018 Pinarello Gan K disc
2011 Bianchi Sempre
1978 Masi Gran Criterium
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-05-21, 10:05 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,714
Posted By fcriscuo

Thanks for the replies. I like the idea of using...

Thanks for the replies. I like the idea of using some rim tape near the valve stem hole.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-04-21, 12:39 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,714
Posted By fcriscuo

Rim strips for Campagnolo Zonda C17 wheels??

I just received a new set of Campagnolo Zonda C17 disc brake wheels. Based on the smooth and curved inner rim surface, I assumed that rim strips were not necessary. But the Technical Specifications...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-22-21, 01:06 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,855
Posted By fcriscuo

Thanks for all the replies and the positive...

Thanks for all the replies and the positive feedback for Wiggle. Unfortunately, Wiggle has raised the price for the Campy wheelset considerably and ProBike is out of stock for the AFS/Shimano hub...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-21-21, 01:00 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,855
Posted By fcriscuo

Experiences with ProBikeKit & Wiggle requested

I'm planning a wheelset upgrade for my Pinarello Gan K disc; either Campagnolo Zonda C17s or Fulcrum Racing 3s. So far the best prices I've seen are at ProBikeKit and Wiggle. I would appreciate some...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-29-21, 12:48 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 502
Posted By fcriscuo

Thanks for your assistance. Part of my confusion...

Thanks for your assistance. Part of my confusion was due to the vendor using the same images (TA) for both models.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-27-21, 04:29 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 502
Posted By fcriscuo

Thanks for the clarification; obviously I'll...

Thanks for the clarification; obviously I'll order the thru-axle option. Part of my confusion was that I thought that the clearance between the rotor and brake pads was too small to accommodate any...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-27-21, 01:05 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 502
Posted By fcriscuo

Question regarding disc brake wheelset upgrade

I have a Pinarello Gan D bike with disc brakes and thru-axles. I am considering upgrading the original Fulcrum wheelset with a Campagnolo Zonda C17 disc brake wheelset from an online vendor. This...
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