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Forum: Road Cycling
01-08-24, 10:37 AM
Replies: 124
Views: 5,466
Posted By rclouviere

I think you’re right. Higher cadence is more...

I think you’re right. Higher cadence is more uncomfortable for me. However, lower cadence heart rate, even though it’s the same, doesn’t feel as bad.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-08-24, 10:28 AM
Replies: 124
Views: 5,466
Posted By rclouviere

Thanks for the response. I’ve gone from around 85...

Thanks for the response. I’ve gone from around 85 rpm to around 75 rpm. Ride is about an hour and watt increases around 12 watts.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-07-24, 08:58 PM
Replies: 124
Views: 5,466
Posted By rclouviere

exactly. It seems I’m now more efficient and, as...

exactly. It seems I’m now more efficient and, as a result, faster using a lower cadence. I don’t seem to get as winded as with higher cadence. Not sure if this makes since.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-27-23, 07:46 AM
Replies: 124
Views: 5,466
Posted By rclouviere

good points. Goal is improved time trial.

good points. Goal is improved time trial.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-04-23, 10:26 AM
Replies: 124
Views: 5,466
Posted By rclouviere

Thanks. It actually feels better and, feels...

Thanks. It actually feels better and, feels better the more i do it.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-04-23, 07:31 AM
Replies: 124
Views: 5,466
Posted By rclouviere

Watts/Cadence

I’ve recently lowered my cadence and it seems to have increased my power output (watts). Does an increase in watts automatically mean increase in speed?
Forum: Road Cycling
12-04-23, 07:23 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 3,001
Posted By rclouviere

tubeless?

tubeless?
Forum: Road Cycling
11-27-23, 12:59 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 3,001
Posted By rclouviere

you’re right. My mistake. Front 93.5.

you’re right. My mistake. Front 93.5.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-27-23, 10:03 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 3,001
Posted By rclouviere

Tire Pressure

I’m confused about what air pressure to use for the most speed on tubeless tires. I’ve read a lot of info saying you should decrease the pressure a lot. However, the Silca guide says much higher (for...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-11-22, 06:02 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,069
Posted By rclouviere

i did. Used the disc. It was the senior games in...

i did. Used the disc. It was the senior games in Utah. Came in 5th with a pace of about 22 mph.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-23-22, 11:44 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,069
Posted By rclouviere

i can do that, just wondering about Rear wheel.

i can do that, just wondering about Rear wheel.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-23-22, 11:22 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,069
Posted By rclouviere

Disc wheel for TT

About to do a 12-mile TT with 500 feet of climbing. Opinions on Zipp 808 or disc wheel? Also, if it’s windy, which one is better?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-07-22, 05:11 PM
Replies: 203
Views: 10,460
Posted By rclouviere

I don’t care about comfort, only going faster.

I don’t care about comfort, only going faster.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-07-22, 05:09 PM
Replies: 203
Views: 10,460
Posted By rclouviere

I’ve always run at least 110psi. “Feels” faster...

I’ve always run at least 110psi. “Feels” faster to and how it’s always been for me. Lower psi just seems slower. I know there’s been lots of testing on this, but I’m just not sure now. The silica...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-07-22, 05:06 PM
Replies: 203
Views: 10,460
Posted By rclouviere

not on here much. Here goes: I’m 6’, 160+...

not on here much. Here goes: I’m 6’, 160+ pounds, have a madone and emonda set up tubeless with conti 5000 tires TLR and a TT bike, speed concept with conti 5000 clincher tires. All tires 25 mm
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-07-22, 04:59 PM
Replies: 203
Views: 10,460
Posted By rclouviere

perfect. Thanks

perfect. Thanks
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-06-22, 09:45 PM
Replies: 203
Views: 10,460
Posted By rclouviere

Tire Pressure

I know there are a lot of opinions on tire pressure, but I’d like to get some opinions. I want to be as fast as possible on my road bike (conti tubeless) and my TT bike (conti clincher). I’ve looked...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-23-21, 12:32 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,200
Posted By rclouviere

Leakproof Bottles

I’m having a hard time finding an insulated water bottle that doesn’t leak. After a ride, the contents drops down, even around the bottom bracket. Suggestions?
Forum: Road Cycling
04-11-21, 07:34 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 7,092
Posted By rclouviere

No, not at all. Madone is aero setup with...

No, not at all. Madone is
aero setup with position and deep wheels. Emonda aggressive position and non deep wheels (lighter).
Forum: Road Cycling
04-09-21, 12:00 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 7,092
Posted By rclouviere

I’m kind of the same way. Power meters are a...

I’m kind of the same way. Power meters are a great invention. Like you, i enjoy doing the comparisons. And, For me, cuts out the excuses.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-09-21, 11:08 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 7,092
Posted By rclouviere

Yeah, you’re right. In fact, yesterday’s ride was...

Yeah, you’re right. In fact, yesterday’s ride was the day after a leg weight workout (first in months). This could’ve played a role too.

the watts pushed on the emonda was a little less on the...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-09-21, 11:05 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 7,092
Posted By rclouviere

Thanks for the reply. I was thinking the same ...

Thanks for the reply. I was thinking the same about which bikes to use; however, with the climbs so close, i was second guessing myself since the madone would be much faster on the descents. I do...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-09-21, 07:49 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 7,092
Posted By rclouviere

Madone vs Emonda-madone faster climbing?

I’m training for 3 upcoming races in the police games: 3-mile climb, 10-mile TT and a 40-mile road race with 4,000 feet of climbing. I have a madone slr 7 (weight around 18 pounds) and a 2019 Emonda...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-01-21, 07:20 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,637
Posted By rclouviere

that might be helpful. Seems the ones that came...

that might be helpful. Seems the ones that came with it doesn’t fit with the interior plastic part on the seat post on my emonda SLR
Forum: Road Cycling
02-28-21, 06:35 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,637
Posted By rclouviere

yes, side clamping ears. Just wondering which one...

yes, side clamping ears. Just wondering which one i need. Pretty sure 10mm, the one in this pic??...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-27-21, 08:25 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,637
Posted By rclouviere

looks like that is what i need. 7x10, right? Do...

looks like that is what i need. 7x10, right? Do you have the emonda seat post and xxx saddle?
Forum: Road Cycling
02-27-21, 06:20 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,637
Posted By rclouviere

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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Forum: Road Cycling
02-27-21, 06:07 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,637
Posted By rclouviere

Bontrager XXX Saddle on 2019 Emonda

Bought a used XXX saddle and it doesn’t fit with the stock clamps. The seller included clamps, but they don’t fit the emonda seat post. Suggestions?
Forum: Road Cycling
01-31-21, 04:31 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 540
Posted By rclouviere

thank you

thank you
Forum: Road Cycling
01-31-21, 01:41 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 540
Posted By rclouviere

Bontrager XXX 2 Spoke Problem

A long shot, i know. Probably was a mistake, but bought used xxx 2 wheels and after about 2 months, a spoke popped during the night. I’m thinking this happened before because the same wheel came with...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-25-21, 03:54 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,419
Posted By rclouviere

i can’t tell what stem you have. On my expert...

i can’t tell what stem you have. On my expert venge, the stem is just a standard one. I believe the newer ones are proprietary?
Forum: Road Cycling
01-25-21, 12:28 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,419
Posted By rclouviere

Clip on Aero Bars on 2017 Venge Vias?

I’ve been unable to find an answer. Anyone know if the clip-on bars work on my venge. Website says only for “my19 venge cockpit.” I’ve attached pics of my cockpit/stem. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-17-21, 09:22 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,180
Posted By rclouviere

thanks. Yes, i ordered the calipers from glory;...

thanks. Yes, i ordered the calipers from glory; however, they say they won’t have them until 1/30.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-16-21, 08:55 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,180
Posted By rclouviere

thanks for the reply. I bought the shifters from...

thanks for the reply. I bought the shifters from universal cycling for $399. Before even reading your response, i ordered the calipers from Glory! Great price; however, they said they are on back...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-15-21, 04:16 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,180
Posted By rclouviere

yes, I’ve been looking. I found the levers for...

yes, I’ve been looking. I found the levers for $399, and good prices in a couple places for the calipers, but they’re out of stock.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-15-21, 03:24 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,180
Posted By rclouviere

sorry, yeah, hydraulic brakes. One of The 105...

sorry, yeah, hydraulic brakes. One of The 105 levers are cracked and both rattle over bumps. Just put dura ace crankset on and would like it to match. I found a great deal on the 9120 levers but...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-15-21, 09:38 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,180
Posted By rclouviere

Dura ace brakes

Trying to upgrade to dura ace dura brakes from 105. I’ve found a great deal on 9120 shofters, but having a problem finding calipers. Are the 9170 calipers compatible? Or, are there 9120 calipers?...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-09-21, 08:56 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,912
Posted By rclouviere

Update

Had a fit and feels much better. Looks like i won’t need to replace handlebars or stem.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-03-21, 08:35 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,912
Posted By rclouviere

both good choices. Can’t go wrong.

both good choices. Can’t go wrong.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-28-20, 01:46 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,912
Posted By rclouviere

I’m not dissatisfied with it, just wanting it to...

I’m not dissatisfied with it, just wanting it to be as comfortable as possible. And, i did research it and got it cheap.

2019 SLR. Got it custom painted, xxx 2 wheels (also used), xxx bars, stem,...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-28-20, 01:13 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,912
Posted By rclouviere

thanks for the help.

thanks for the help.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-28-20, 01:07 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,912
Posted By rclouviere

good advice. I looked at the bontrager pro stems...

good advice. I looked at the bontrager pro stems and there’s more options. I’m having a fit later this week. I’m thinking i may need a shorter stem and can do as you suggest, increase the angle. .
Forum: Road Cycling
12-28-20, 01:04 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,912
Posted By rclouviere

Thanks for the response; however, you’re pretty...

Thanks for the response; however, you’re pretty grumpy. If i knew more, like you, i wouldn’t need to ask for help.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-28-20, 12:20 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,912
Posted By rclouviere

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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Forum: Road Cycling
12-28-20, 09:27 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,912
Posted By rclouviere

2019 Emonda H1 Fit Issues

I bought a used emonda H1 fit and built it up as a lightweight climber. The fit’s aggressive. Any suggestions on making it more “relaxed.” Can spacers be added?
Forum: Road Cycling
04-02-20, 12:14 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 6,978
Posted By rclouviere

I didn’t start cycling until i was your age. I’m...

I didn’t start cycling until i was your age. I’m 62 now and am faster than I’ve ever been. Not sure if that’s an indictment on my past training, or my current training, but typically, my rides of 25...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-02-20, 11:54 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 4,259
Posted By rclouviere

With the conversion, how do you know what to...

With the conversion, how do you know what to order?
Forum: Road Cycling
04-02-20, 10:44 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 4,259
Posted By rclouviere

I’m the OP. Thanks for all the responses. One...

I’m the OP. Thanks for all the responses. One said i was going to convert and was just seeking “enablers.” Not really. i should have gone into more detail. I was having a lot of “rattling” noises...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-29-20, 09:56 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 4,259
Posted By rclouviere

Di2?

I have a madone that I’m thinking about converting to di2. First, is it worth the extra cost?

if so, about how much is it (excluding labor) and where is the best place to buy it?
...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-20-20, 08:04 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,662
Posted By rclouviere

Good for you! Looks like you’re staying fit and...

Good for you! Looks like you’re staying fit and working hard. We’re the same age.

I think I’ve done about all i can to increase my speed. I have an aero road bike, and TT bike. I train hard and...
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