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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-22-23, 06:11 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 435
Posted By drz400

I think my next bike will be used. I want to ride...

I think my next bike will be used. I want to ride it and make sure it's in the fit comfort zone. Then do upgrades as needed.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-22-23, 05:50 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 435
Posted By drz400

I feel the same about this Motobecane CX,it just...

I feel the same about this Motobecane CX,it just fits so perfect I'm afraid to spend a fortune on a disc frame because it might not be as comfortable.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-22-23, 03:52 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 435
Posted By drz400

Nice!!!! Always fun to upgrade a favorite bike !

Nice!!!! Always fun to upgrade a favorite bike !
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-21-23, 09:10 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 435
Posted By drz400

Yay xmas presents upgrade

The kids bought me the R8000 mechanical rim groupset with the 32 cassette for the ol 2014 CX, my first upgrade was a carbon fork and 105 wheelset. Mostly I favor this old bike because it the best...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-21-23, 06:14 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,306
Posted By drz400

I just upgraded my 2014 Motobecane cx from 2x9 to...

I just upgraded my 2014 Motobecane cx from 2x9 to 2x11 mechanical. Here's my thoughts :
. I've notice that my 10 speed road bike did not shift as nice as my cx 9. The new 11 speed group also shifts...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-18-23, 06:22 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 6,393
Posted By drz400

I was looking even Colnago is made in Taiwan. Ugh...

I was looking even Colnago is made in Taiwan. Ugh :(
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-18-23, 06:14 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 6,393
Posted By drz400

holey moley

holey moley
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-15-23, 06:38 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 5,435
Posted By drz400

I'm changing my mind on what a road bike is too....

I'm changing my mind on what a road bike is too. Seems like what manufactures sell as road bikes are racing bikes. Gravel or cx bikes set up for the road are the new road at least for where my...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-11-23, 07:01 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 5,435
Posted By drz400

At 63, I still like the drop bars. But with the...

At 63, I still like the drop bars. But with the new rail to trails(old train tracks turned to paths) near me I need to look for wider tires. I will have a look at those Schwalbes, thank you.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-11-23, 06:57 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 5,435
Posted By drz400

Going to have a look at those tires. In my corals...

Going to have a look at those tires. In my corals are only two bikes a cx and a roadie. My cx is just better suited for on off the road. And from what I read low rolling wide tires are what I need.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-11-23, 06:53 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 5,435
Posted By drz400

Nice, my cx bike is very similar and I need to...

Nice, my cx bike is very similar and I need to get some wider tires without the nobs. I'm reading that they make wider low rolling tires and going to look for a pair.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-11-23, 06:49 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 5,435
Posted By drz400

After reading many replies and yours ,I do need...

After reading many replies and yours ,I do need to look for a wide fast rolling tire. Within reach near me they converted old train railways to a path system a little over 50 miles and well it gets...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-11-23, 06:43 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 5,435
Posted By drz400

I aquired a second set with 32 nobbies. Ugh on...

I aquired a second set with 32 nobbies. Ugh on the road it wears me down. I'm in a quandary on those tires too.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-11-23, 06:41 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 5,435
Posted By drz400

Sad to say I find my road bike is not getting the...

Sad to say I find my road bike is not getting the miles I thought it would. I feel the cx is safer even on a smaller 25 to 50 mile jouurneys. That is a nice looking bike !
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-11-23, 06:37 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 5,435
Posted By drz400

I'm going to have to measure my tires on rim now...

I'm going to have to measure my tires on rim now .
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-10-23, 05:12 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 306
Posted By drz400

Nice !!!!

Nice !!!!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-10-23, 04:43 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 306
Posted By drz400

I live in Michigan, my internet search came up...

I live in Michigan, my internet search came up with made in Brazil. Just couldn't find the year of manufacture. Seriously looks like it was never rode. Previous owner died picked it up at garage sale.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-10-23, 04:24 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 306
Posted By drz400

None other than curious. Even my lbs hasn't seen...

None other than curious. Even my lbs hasn't seen but a few Caloi since their shop opened in the 80's. I've never seen a frame with a carbon rear and an aluminum front triangle. Curiosity got me.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-10-23, 03:35 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 306
Posted By drz400

I was looking up shimamano cassettes. They...

I was looking up shimamano cassettes. They debuted in 2004.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-10-23, 02:11 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 306
Posted By drz400

They are 105 Flight deck brifters. And I can't...

They are 105 Flight deck brifters. And I can't find exact years they were made
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-10-23, 01:19 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 306
Posted By drz400

Help i.d year of this caloi

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Aquired very cheaply this year and in mint...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-08-23, 06:26 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 183
Posted By drz400

Searching for info on this Caloi

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Aquisition this year. Dont know anything , not even the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-08-23, 06:15 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 790
Posted By drz400

I've looked at a few new bikes and frames ....

I've looked at a few new bikes and frames . Carbon frames I like are over $1K, bikes that I like are $3 to $5 K or more. $500 11 speed manual Shimano upgrade not too bad.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-08-23, 08:39 AM
Replies: 722
Views: 28,202
Posted By drz400

lesson learned

lesson learned
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-08-23, 08:34 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 3,387
Posted By drz400

50 to 100 miles. Summer high 90° humid. Lows in...

50 to 100 miles. Summer high 90° humid. Lows in the winter till it gets snowy. I ride with good shorts, Ive never had saddle sores.
I've had saddle soreness, but never sores.I just never seen such...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-07-23, 05:28 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 3,387
Posted By drz400

Chamois cream?

I don't know anyone that uses this stuff. Does it work ? I've never used it.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-07-23, 05:15 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 790
Posted By drz400

Upgrade time Shimano,Sram or Campagnolo

Decided my 2014 bike and another Caloi Im not sure what year need to be upgraded. What is the preferred groupset around here?
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-07-23, 10:12 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 5,435
Posted By drz400

Has anyone setup a gravel for more road use ?

Interested in knowing if anyone has set up their gravel bike for more road use? My geographic location burdens me to alot of road travel to commute to favorite trails. I am thinking 2x with good...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
01-07-23, 08:17 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 600
Posted By drz400

Sunday Orange Soda Aaron Ross Pro ?

I believe it was 2012 when I bought my daughter this Sunday Orange Soda for Christmas. It is still in great shape small paint chip on top tube is all I can see other than that looks of showroom...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-07-23, 08:09 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 6,393
Posted By drz400

Has anyone ordered a Chinese frame?

I would really like to hear from anyone who has assembled and put a few thousand miles on one. After a quick search noticed that there is a plethora of Chineese frames for sale. I would like to hear...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-06-23, 12:21 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 4,376
Posted By drz400

Skinny fat

Still pedaling after all theese years. What I now notice is called skinny fat. Dang inner tube of belly fat, ugh. So putting more miles on my trainer but alas I am cross training with body weight...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-06-23, 12:13 PM
Replies: 722
Views: 28,202
Posted By drz400

From the op

I have two rim brake bikes cyclocross and road. Both fit well and are a joy to ride. Upgrading the cyclocross from 2x9 to 2x11 with an 11-34 cassette. Depending on the smooth shifting I've read about...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-06-23, 07:13 AM
Replies: 722
Views: 28,202
Posted By drz400

Anyone else keeping their rim brake frames ?

Maybe I'm just cheap and won't pay the price but I don't get paid to ride so I'm keeping my rim brakes. Anyone else out there or am I just an old fossil ?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-05-23, 07:29 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,306
Posted By drz400

Anyone upgrading from 11 speed ?

Anyone's experience upgrading to 12 speed. Worth it ? Experiences? Shifting as good as 11 ?
Forum: Introductions
01-05-23, 07:17 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 277
Posted By drz400

Hello from Michigan!

Thank you for the add !
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