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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-17-17, 06:19 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 4,209
Posted By VoodooRada

Campy Shifter/Derailleur Compatibility

I'm currently running a Veloce 9-speed group with a 12-28 cassette and short cage derailleur. My knees want me to get lower gearing, and I know I'll need a medium cage derailleur. My question is:...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-25-14, 05:47 PM
Replies: 126
Views: 30,924
Posted By VoodooRada

HATED this paint job for years, then it started...

HATED this paint job for years, then it started to grow on me. Bridgestone called it "Aqua Green", but we all know it's Japanese Celeste. I've since switched to STI's with black hoods...

419694
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
10-28-12, 06:47 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,447
Posted By VoodooRada

Coincidence or conspiracy...?

Plowing through the USADA files. I read the riders' affadavits when something odd caught my eye. Last page of Leipheimer's testimony, take a look at the notary's seal. I'll wait. Yup. Levi's...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-20-11, 06:38 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,091
Posted By VoodooRada

The chainstay clearance may be an issue. I put a...

The chainstay clearance may be an issue. I put a compact on my 89 Bridgestone, matched with the spec'ed 108mm spindle BB. The 34 chainring cleared the chainstay by about 2mm. Switched to a 113mm...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-20-11, 06:34 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,460
Posted By VoodooRada

I'm a fan of the Nashbar Duro line. Made by...

I'm a fan of the Nashbar Duro line. Made by Panaracer, good ride quality and long lasting.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-12-11, 06:23 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 923
Posted By VoodooRada

You may want to watch out for chainstay clearance...

You may want to watch out for chainstay clearance with the compact. I put a 50/34 with 110mm BCD on my 89 Bridgestone RB-2. The 34 cleared the chainstay by less than 2mm. A longer spindle BB fixed it...
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-09-11, 07:47 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 660
Posted By VoodooRada

I started mountain biking on a '98 RockHopper....

I started mountain biking on a '98 RockHopper. Great frame, so-so components. As stuff broke, upgraded until it was essentially a new bike. Never regretted a penny. Super return on the investment.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-13-10, 06:44 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 892
Posted By VoodooRada

No brainer. Veloce. Better price, superb...

No brainer. Veloce. Better price, superb performance, and you won't risk the wrath of the cycling gods by running Shimano on an Italian bike...!
Forum: Road Cycling
10-12-10, 02:21 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,223
Posted By VoodooRada

The Bontrager Street may fit the bill. SPD,...

The Bontrager Street may fit the bill. SPD, Speedplay approved, low-profile tread. And it doesn't look like an MTB shoe...

http://bontrager.com/model/07820
Forum: Road Cycling
09-29-10, 02:54 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,627
Posted By VoodooRada

I demo'd a pair at the CMS time trial in June....

I demo'd a pair at the CMS time trial in June. Coming from a pair of Matrix ISO II-C rims, the 101's felt quite a bit sturdier. They spun up well, but that's more a reflection of the hubs than the...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-29-10, 02:29 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 686
Posted By VoodooRada

Crossing the cables also eliminates housing rub...

Crossing the cables also eliminates housing rub on the head tube!
Forum: Road Cycling
07-12-10, 01:52 PM
Replies: 163
Views: 37,364
Posted By VoodooRada

Not quite the no-name eBay frame. It's a Columbus...

Not quite the no-name eBay frame. It's a Columbus SL, same frame that Cinelli paints, decals and sells as the Willin' SL. Bought as a year-end tax closeout from a frame shop in Colorado. All other...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
07-01-10, 01:43 PM
Replies: 936
Views: 226,502
Posted By VoodooRada

That's a good simple solution. However, to get...

That's a good simple solution. However, to get consistent, repeatable data sets, you should keep your efforts the same for each setup. Using a constant power output for each run will show your speed...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-26-10, 08:14 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 15,627
Posted By VoodooRada

CyclingPlus mag did a massive helmet review last...

CyclingPlus mag did a massive helmet review last summer. They focused on price and ventilation. Their results had the Giro Saros and the Bell Array as the best venting. Both retail for about $120,...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-18-10, 08:39 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,470
Posted By VoodooRada

IIRC, a Saeco rider (Dario Cioni, maybe?)...

IIRC, a Saeco rider (Dario Cioni, maybe?) finished on the podium at Paris-Roubaix with the Headshok Cannondale. Think it was around 2003...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-31-10, 08:48 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,485
Posted By VoodooRada

NOS 105 rear derailleur for $25.00. Columbus SL...

NOS 105 rear derailleur for $25.00.
Columbus SL carbon frame with fork and headset. Paint ready, never unboxed. $405.00 including shipping.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-31-10, 08:47 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,485
Posted By VoodooRada

NOS 105 rear derailleur for $25.00. Columbus SL...

NOS 105 rear derailleur for $25.00.
Columbus SL carbon frame with fork and headset. Paint ready, never unboxed. $405.00 including shipping.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-19-09, 05:14 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 5,429
Posted By VoodooRada

Big +1 on crossed cables. It eliminated head-tube...

Big +1 on crossed cables. It eliminated head-tube cable rub, especially on Campy drivetrains.

BDop's mounts are a thing of beauty. I have an iBike mounted on one, keeps the unit in clean air flow....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-09-09, 09:13 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 453
Posted By VoodooRada

Tips for CF Build?

I'll be building up my first carbon frame in the next week. I've built up steel, AL, and CF/AL hybrids, and am fully confident in my home wrenching skills. I'll probably have my LBS cut the CF fork...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-28-09, 04:19 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 892
Posted By VoodooRada

I wear a Madonna del Ghisallo pendant on every...

I wear a Madonna del Ghisallo pendant on every ride, and most every day now. Got mine from Graham Watson's website. Has the Madonna on one side, a cyclist (Coppi, probably) riding in front of the...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-29-09, 06:45 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,394
Posted By VoodooRada

I ride a 2000 -'01 Rada. All steel, Reynolds 853...

I ride a 2000 -'01 Rada. All steel, Reynolds 853 and 725. VERY smooth ride. Climbs great, but I'm a stringy little climber, anyway. Mine's built up with Ultegra 9-speed, American Classic 350's,...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-20-09, 07:40 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 802
Posted By VoodooRada

Cycling Plus (UK) ran a big helmet review a...

Cycling Plus (UK) ran a big helmet review a couple of issues ago. They rated on cost, fit and venting. The Saros was their top-rated and best venting Giro, and retails for around $100.00.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-13-09, 07:54 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 6,280
Posted By VoodooRada

The American Classic hubs use cartridge bearings....

The American Classic hubs use cartridge bearings. There are four in the rear hub; replacement requires a full hub overhaul. It's a good job for your favorite pro wrench to take care of. Bearings can...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-16-09, 06:46 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,005
Posted By VoodooRada

Cycling Weekly did a helmet test a couple of...

Cycling Weekly did a helmet test a couple of issues back that included cooling/venting as a major criteria. Among the more widely available helmets, the Bell Array, Giro Saros, and Trek Sonic were...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-07-09, 01:26 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,278
Posted By VoodooRada

I think Miche still makes loose cogs and spacers...

I think Miche still makes loose cogs and spacers for both Campy and Shimano freehubs. A great LBS may have a cog board in the back (or could order from QBP). You can customize up to and slightly...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-07-09, 10:04 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 541
Posted By VoodooRada

Shorts Sizing - Stupid Question

Shorts manufacturers list waist measurements for each size. But where do they consider your waist to be?
Do you size shorts like your street clothes?

Where my favorite everyday pants ride, I'm...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
05-31-09, 07:13 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,756
Posted By VoodooRada

Done. Don't forget to call your local cable...

Done.

Don't forget to call your local cable provider and ask them to pick up the channel...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-31-09, 06:31 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 816
Posted By VoodooRada

I just bought a cheap pair with ear hooks, and...

I just bought a cheap pair with ear hooks, and cut the left bud off where the cable splits. Sunglasses temple piece holds the hook in place.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
05-26-09, 08:03 PM
Replies: 129
Views: 10,469
Posted By VoodooRada

My lifetime fan moment was late in the 2006 Giro....

My lifetime fan moment was late in the 2006 Giro. Jens Voigt was in a long break with a Spanish rider, mountain finish, Basso on CSC in the maglia rosa. Voigt ordered not to work on the last climb,...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-26-09, 09:53 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 758
Posted By VoodooRada

Yup, the hanger alignment should have been...

Yup, the hanger alignment should have been checked at assembly.

As for straightening vs replacement, aluminum doesn't like being bent, then bent back again. AL bikes should ALWAYS have replaceable...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-15-09, 10:03 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,045
Posted By VoodooRada

Tiso for trick titanium bolts and bits...

Tiso for trick titanium bolts and bits...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
05-10-09, 07:17 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 722
Posted By VoodooRada

So, does this mean we'll get a new series of...

So, does this mean we'll get a new series of Spike Lee/Mars Blackmon commercials for Nike?

It's GOTTA be da shoes!
Forum: Road Cycling
03-01-09, 06:50 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,885
Posted By VoodooRada

Gommitlia Calypso K. Thai made, probably in the...

Gommitlia Calypso K. Thai made, probably in the same factory that produces Vittoria's. 220 TPI, Kevlar belt, retails about $30 each. They have the roundest profile of any clincher I've ever ridden.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-27-09, 03:39 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,908
Posted By VoodooRada

I recently got a Cinelli Xperience after years of...

I recently got a Cinelli Xperience after years of riding steel bikes exclusively.

The frame is crazy stiff, and really jumps when you stomp on the pedals. Handling is superb, provided you set up...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-27-09, 10:05 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,281
Posted By VoodooRada

Be sure to post when your buddy starts dropping...

Be sure to post when your buddy starts dropping you with your old 1000...!

That red-orange paint scheme was pure HOT. It was actually available as a semi-custom paint option on Klein bikes at one...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-15-09, 08:19 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 634
Posted By VoodooRada

Open cam skewers can be lighter, and look cooler...

Open cam skewers can be lighter, and look cooler for a lot of people. They can also be horribly overpriced aftermarket trinkets.

Closed cam skewers can be heavier, and rarely look blingy on...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-29-09, 10:33 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 424
Posted By VoodooRada

Salsa Moto-Ace SUL. Lots of rises and lengths:...

Salsa Moto-Ace SUL. Lots of rises and lengths: http://salsacycles.com/stems.html
Got a take-off at my LBS for about $30.

Bontrager race. Retails about $60. http://bontrager.com/model/01779/en...
Forum: Winter Cycling
01-26-09, 03:50 PM
Replies: 701
Views: 150,672
Posted By VoodooRada

Conditions: 35 F, 8-10 mph wind, partly cloudy. ...

Conditions: 35 F, 8-10 mph wind, partly cloudy.

Ride: 20-mile training loop.

Legs: Performance Ultra Shorts, PI Thermafleece tights.

Torso: Defeet SS base layer, Defeet ArmSkins, SS Jersey,...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-25-09, 06:32 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 2,757
Posted By VoodooRada

I think we have a new standard. HTFU? No...CTFU. ...

I think we have a new standard. HTFU? No...CTFU.
'Cad The F Up...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-09-08, 08:22 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 454
Posted By VoodooRada

Ummm...go to your LBS and ask if they've got some...

Ummm...go to your LBS and ask if they've got some good closed-cam skewers in a parts bin?

Worked for me - no charge for a like-new skewer, gave a decent tip, everybody's happy.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-06-08, 07:32 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,322
Posted By VoodooRada

Three bikes, six sets. Three mid-v rims,...

Three bikes, six sets.

Three mid-v rims, three box-section. Four are clinchers, two tubulars.
The box rims are for winter riding, mid-v's for the rest of the year.
Forum: For Sale
12-04-08, 10:41 AM
Replies: 1,401
Sticky Saddle swap
Views: 389,601
Posted By VoodooRada

Have: Black Toupe Gel, 143 width. Want:...

Have: Black Toupe Gel, 143 width.

Want: Black Avatar 143. Smooth-top version, not the suede-patch version.

PM me if interested.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-27-08, 05:38 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 2,870
Posted By VoodooRada

Both the best and worst twelve miles in years....

Both the best and worst twelve miles in years. Worst because I've lost every vestige of fitness after a back injury that's kept me out or the saddle for three solid months.

Best because it was my...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
11-20-08, 09:08 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,149
Posted By VoodooRada

Heterologous blood doping = non-human to human ...

Heterologous blood doping = non-human to human
Homologous blood doping = human to another human
Autologous blood doping = using one's own blood and presumably undetectable.

In both the Vino and...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-19-08, 12:17 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 11,698
Posted By VoodooRada

Last resort if the poke-and-pull methods don't...

Last resort if the poke-and-pull methods don't work:

VERY small drill bit.
VERY steady hands.

Drill out the CENTER of the cable head. SLOWLY. The cable will push out pretty easily. Don't try...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-02-08, 06:09 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,014
Posted By VoodooRada

I found my '89 RB-2 in a local junk store, $25...

I found my '89 RB-2 in a local junk store, $25 bucks out the door.

It had been outside for a while, so I had to remove some superficial surface rust, touch up the paint...

Cold-set the rear to...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-09-08, 07:05 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,149
Posted By VoodooRada

Stung twice in the last two weeks. Yellowjackets,...

Stung twice in the last two weeks. Yellowjackets, both times. Those mean buggers bite with one end while they sting with the other.

First one flew down the back of my jersey while I was riding in...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-08-08, 04:29 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,734
Posted By VoodooRada

White post, white stem good. Black saddle,...

White post, white stem good.

Black saddle, red tape bad.

Black saddle, black tape, red hoods good...

Red makes a great accent. Use it sparingly, like cayenne...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
07-07-08, 07:00 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 381
Posted By VoodooRada

Just to muddy the waters, I read somewhere (Arnie...

Just to muddy the waters, I read somewhere (Arnie Baker or Andy Pruitt) that shorter cranks would be more benefit in a TT. Theory being that you could apply torque faster at a lower resistance in any...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-25-08, 11:57 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 512
Posted By VoodooRada

Yup. A Huffy. Built by Serotta, from crazy-light...

Yup. A Huffy. Built by Serotta, from crazy-light True Temper tubes. The Slurpees had a lot of frame failures that year. Look at the head tube in the photo. Ouch.
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