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Forum: Road Cycling
07-21-23, 06:34 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,181
Posted By redcon1

Sorry, sold after my last post. I'd check eBay,...

Sorry, sold after my last post. I'd check eBay, they seem to pop up regularly.
Forum: Indoor & Stationary Cycling Forum
01-27-23, 08:04 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,602
Posted By redcon1

Damn my KickR Core and iPad system is working...

Damn my KickR Core and iPad system is working fine, except no drops adding unless someone gives me a ride-on, and I could care less about drops.
No sub-60 AdZ for me, I guess.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-20-23, 12:00 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,456
Posted By redcon1

Scattante R 650 Ultegra 2003 Road Bike user...

Scattante R 650 Ultegra 2003 Road Bike user reviews : 4 out of 5 - 25 reviews - roadbikereview.com (https://products.roadbikereview.com/product/2003-bikes/2003-road-bike/scattante/r-650-ultegra.html)...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
01-20-23, 07:55 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 980
Posted By redcon1

The accuracy of a small compass mounted on the...

The accuracy of a small compass mounted on the stem would be questionable regardless of any magnetic effect from frame or mounting material. I agree with other posters- use a decent lensatic or...
Forum: Indoor & Stationary Cycling Forum
01-11-23, 01:12 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,290
Posted By redcon1

Thanks for the heads up - Wahoo instructed me to...

Thanks for the heads up - Wahoo instructed me to package up all the included accessories with my Core - QR axle, axle adapters, power block and cord. But the Core doesn't come with a cassette, so I...
Forum: Indoor & Stationary Cycling Forum
01-11-23, 11:11 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,290
Posted By redcon1

Thanks for the suggestion. I reached out to...

Thanks for the suggestion. I reached out to Wahoo on Twitter and had a follow-up email from support early this morning. They will replace my Kickr Core under warranty and sent a prepaid Fedex...
Forum: Indoor & Stationary Cycling Forum
01-10-23, 03:29 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,290
Posted By redcon1

My Kickr Core went from running fine one day, to...

My Kickr Core went from running fine one day, to a murmuring/humming sound the next, to a louder warble the next, to an all-out screeching/bearing sound and bad vibration... all within 4 days.
I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-17-22, 12:22 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 22,667
Posted By redcon1

Another thread about Counterfeit Shimano items: ...

Another thread about Counterfeit Shimano items:

Determine if Counterfeit - Bike Forums (https://www.bikeforums.net/general-cycling-discussion/1255949-determine-if-counterfeit.html)

Buyer beware...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-07-22, 09:58 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,181
Posted By redcon1

I have one I removed from my Roubaix, still in...

I have one I removed from my Roubaix, still in excellent shape. PM me if interested
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-05-22, 01:43 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,086
Posted By redcon1

Ghetto tubeless was very prevalent BITD for the...

Ghetto tubeless was very prevalent BITD for the MTB world before manufacturers made tubeless-ready wheels. The link posted above is a good starting point. I did it BITD using the split tube method....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-15-22, 11:19 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 774
Posted By redcon1

Are you saying a replacement tub also failed at...

Are you saying a replacement tub also failed at the valve stem? You need to check the rim hole for a sharp edge or burr.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-15-22, 10:59 AM
Replies: 117
Views: 3,665
Posted By redcon1

Poster on BF: 'I got a new Trek bike for my...

Poster on BF: 'I got a new Trek bike for my wife'

BF response: 'Depending on the frame and components, good trade!'
Forum: Road Cycling
09-14-22, 06:23 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 629
Posted By redcon1

I ran the numbers of the B'Twin against my...

I ran the numbers of the B'Twin against my Bianchi Impulso Allroad. Size 50 is very close to the B'twin except slightly shorter top tube and slightly longer chainstays. May be able to keep the...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-23-22, 09:23 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,728
Posted By redcon1

I just watched a stage of the TdF and saw some...

I just watched a stage of the TdF and saw some riders on 34/32 and a few on 34/34 for the hilly stage I attended in Mende. Modern compacts are in the Pro Peloton for most hilly stages and all...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-17-22, 07:20 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,592
Posted By redcon1

I did note that.. I just don't put the...

I did note that.. I just don't put the low-profile arms in their own category, I suppose. The braking performance of the low-pro versions were at best the same-- and with poor setup, even worse than...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-17-22, 05:58 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,592
Posted By redcon1

Not accurate as far as the timing. Cantilever...

Not accurate as far as the timing. Cantilever brakes were around well before (and during and after) MTB U-brakes were designed. The primary reason for U-brake development was the relatively poor...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-15-22, 12:38 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 979
Posted By redcon1

A successful local cycling group was formed here...

A successful local cycling group was formed here on Meetup.com as an informal way for people to post up rides to join. They have been going 8 years or more and seem very active, and have road,...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-04-22, 07:16 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,016
Posted By redcon1

All of the shoes I stretched were some...

All of the shoes I stretched were some combination of nylon/synthetic uppers and the stretching process worked well enough to wear them. Agree about High volume vs. wider footbed distinction. Sidi...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-04-22, 05:58 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 315
Posted By redcon1

I don't use synchronized mode but Any Di2...

I don't use synchronized mode but Any Di2 questions I ever had has been answered at bettershifting.com

Check out the page for Synchronized setup here: Set up synchronized shifting using Di2...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-04-22, 05:31 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,016
Posted By redcon1

BITD -- before I discovered Sidi Mega fit my 3E...

BITD -- before I discovered Sidi Mega fit my 3E paws well-- I successfully used a wooden shoe stretcher to widen the toe box (particularly at the small toe area) of several pairs. Thoroughly wet the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-03-22, 07:07 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,454
Posted By redcon1

As I said initially, what gave it away was the...

As I said initially, what gave it away was the one pedal that blew apart on the first ride. He took the pedals and packaging to a local shop and they couldn't believe the level of detail in the fake...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-03-22, 06:10 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,454
Posted By redcon1

Did you even look at the links I posted? ...

Did you even look at the links I posted?
Shimano Ultegra PD-R8000 SPD-SL Carbon Pedal 9/16" Road Bike Cycling SH11 Cleat 692757023618 | eBay (https://www.ebay.com/itm/394172496072)...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-02-22, 02:09 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,454
Posted By redcon1

Ok the first one was a gimme from a quick search...

Ok the first one was a gimme from a quick search to make my point. And even though the seller listed as ULTEGRA and SPD-SL, which I'm sure are trademarked by Shimano, seller declared them to be...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-02-22, 10:40 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,454
Posted By redcon1

Not so. Fraudulent products are a huge issue on...

Not so. Fraudulent products are a huge issue on eBay. One example:

Ultegra PD-R8000 Pedals Road Bike Clipless Pedals with SPD-SL R8000 Cleats Pedal | eBay...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-01-22, 02:48 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,829
Posted By redcon1

Ah good catch.. they are the older TL series, I...

Ah good catch.. they are the older TL series, I picked up on closeout. Still curious as to how they will mount up.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-01-22, 01:32 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,829
Posted By redcon1

My 2019 Roubaix Expert came with the Roval Rapid...

My 2019 Roubaix Expert came with the Roval Rapid C38 wheelset (21mm Internal/26.6mm external width) mounted with Specialized Turbo Pro (Tubed) tires in 28mm. The actual width of the tires mounted is...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-24-22, 06:24 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 714
Posted By redcon1

I had a buddy buy some Ultegra counterfeit pedals...

I had a buddy buy some Ultegra counterfeit pedals on eBay for around $50. The look and packaging was good... almost perfect even. But the pedal body was cheap plastic and the bearings imploded the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-21-22, 05:30 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 905
Posted By redcon1

In the early '00s at least, the Aluminum...

In the early '00s at least, the Aluminum equivalent of the Roubaix geometry was the Secteur:

Secteur Sport | Specialized.com...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-23-22, 08:54 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 636
Posted By redcon1

I see the Top End Accelerator model and others...

I see the Top End Accelerator model and others have 24" wheels... is yours actually 26?" I'm hoping so, because 26" high-quality tires will more available than 24", for sure.
The idea to put a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-09-22, 08:39 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 803
Posted By redcon1

Sheesh.. I hope you were joking. If not, try...

Sheesh.. I hope you were joking. If not, try that on your frame, and post the video.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-24-22, 07:32 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 10,815
Posted By redcon1

Wondering why the large 15PSI differential F to...

Wondering why the large 15PSI differential F to R? (Earlier you had listed 20 PSI difference!) Most Calculators, like the SIlca one posted, put it at a 3-4 PSI lighter for the front at your weight....
Forum: Road Cycling
05-11-22, 06:39 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,601
Posted By redcon1

I married an athlete (former state champion track...

I married an athlete (former state champion track runner) that ran a lot-- and when we were younger, that was an activity we could share. As I grew older knee problems caused me to quit running...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-05-22, 05:38 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 543
Posted By redcon1

With those 1 and 2mm differences, you won't...

With those 1 and 2mm differences, you won't notice a change IMO. I would set up the 2022 the same as your 2017 and call it a day. On the 2022 you need the proprietary Future Stock stem to change...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
02-02-22, 07:51 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,116
Posted By redcon1

I have a Giant Recon light that comes with a...

I have a Giant Recon light that comes with a Go-Pro-style mounting option. Mine works, but mounting under a Garmin requires a mount long enough so the light can be adjusted to the correct angle...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-26-22, 09:45 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,443
Posted By redcon1

Craigslist has died around here with most people...

Craigslist has died around here with most people using Facebook marketplace. I sold my wife's 2014 Specialized Ruby Elite for $800 recently. during the height of the Pandemic bike craze I could...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-17-22, 09:27 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,547
Posted By redcon1

Paging Moisture - Perfect solution if you...

Paging Moisture - Perfect solution if you mounted up a second bracket to carry both spare wheels-- So you could hit that sweet singletrack you were always raving about.
Forum: Indoor & Stationary Cycling Forum
12-14-21, 08:13 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 13,474
Posted By redcon1

Although I always ride off from the front of the...

Although I always ride off from the front of the C Pace Partner unless I am mindful of the gradients, It seems like a huge jump to me to hang on the the B rider group. I guess because its near or...
Forum: Indoor & Stationary Cycling Forum
12-13-21, 07:58 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,288
Posted By redcon1

This sounds like a belt issue. My Core...

This sounds like a belt issue. My Core experiences no slippage-like feeling at all, even on the steepest slopes with my max wattage exceeding what the Core is rated for. I would contact Wahoo...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-13-21, 07:47 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,282
Posted By redcon1

Specialized fitted the SWAT Box (as OP pictured)...

Specialized fitted the SWAT Box (as OP pictured) for only a few years on the last-generation (2016 - 2019) Roubaix/Ruby frames. They were almost universally hated by everyone, LOL. You can find the...
Forum: Indoor & Stationary Cycling Forum
12-01-21, 03:57 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 13,474
Posted By redcon1

I was surprised also to see Coco cadence riding...

I was surprised also to see Coco cadence riding Kappa Quest last evening. Got a good ride in, even if I went off the front on the KOM climb.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-16-21, 07:40 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 34,956
Posted By redcon1

To add to the confusion, for 2022 Trek has just...

To add to the confusion, for 2022 Trek has just announced the last in the series-- Amdone.

Please tip your waitress, I'll be here all week. :lol:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-04-21, 05:38 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 474
Posted By redcon1

Carefully remove the insole from the footbed. It...

Carefully remove the insole from the footbed. It can be reglued with some suitable adhesive after you replace the plate, or if it fits tightly enough I wouldn't even bother regluing.

Worst case:...
Forum: Indoor & Stationary Cycling Forum
11-02-21, 09:38 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,915
Posted By redcon1

Another vote for Wahoo Kick'r Core. I mount my...

Another vote for Wahoo Kick'r Core. I mount my bike in 2 minutes or just leave my gravel bike on all winter. The $900 Core is limited to 1800W and 16% grade -- both less than the high-end Kick'r that...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-27-21, 10:41 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 617
Posted By redcon1

The one time I crashed over the bars hard, my...

The one time I crashed over the bars hard, my Edge Explore didn't send a notification. Yet it sent it two different times when I set the bike down at the roadside for a nature break. Seems like...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-26-21, 07:13 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,482
Posted By redcon1

To justify dispensing stupid device to a new...

To justify dispensing stupid device to a new member under the guise of 'humor' doesn't make you funny, or interesting. Your link provided the information the OP needed, I assume. To embellish your...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-14-21, 08:35 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,031
Posted By redcon1

Special beach racing geometry aside, my money...

Special beach racing geometry aside, my money would be on WVA or MVDP on their 'Cross bikes.

Looks like a blast, though!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-13-21, 09:53 AM
Replies: 158
Views: 8,743
Posted By redcon1

Yes. Yes! And food will be in short supply, and...

Yes. Yes! And food will be in short supply, and most of the population's food source will come from synthetics manufactured in factories -- the dinner selections being a choice between Soylent Blue,...
Forum: Indoor & Stationary Cycling Forum
10-08-21, 05:17 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,463
Posted By redcon1

unterhausen it looks like you and I are the only...

unterhausen it looks like you and I are the only ones concerned, anyway. The OP drops a video and then disappears, LOL.
I would think a quick call to the manufacturer for a new TA adapter would be...
Forum: Indoor & Stationary Cycling Forum
10-07-21, 12:34 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,463
Posted By redcon1

Sorry - Cross-threaded is not the proper term. ...

Sorry - Cross-threaded is not the proper term. Obviously the threads are cut wrong so not as to allow the axle through the bore. But this quick test would prove that.
Forum: Indoor & Stationary Cycling Forum
10-07-21, 10:38 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,463
Posted By redcon1

Yes-- I meant without the bike. It would...

Yes-- I meant without the bike. It would confirm cross-threading of the adapter... and easily single it out as defective.
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