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Forum: Touring
09-08-09, 01:28 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,384
Posted By jobe1

http://www.icebreaker.com/site/icebreaker_man_body...

http://www.icebreaker.com/site/icebreaker_man_bodyfit150_boxer_brief.html

I wear bibshorts on the bike but a pair of these for sleeping and under normal clothes. I'd recommend Merino for...
Forum: Touring
09-08-09, 01:22 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,284
Posted By jobe1

I would say the stated width of Brooks saddles is...

I would say the stated width of Brooks saddles is not really comparible with other saddles' width, as you don't want to be sitting on the edge where the frame is. They are therefore effectively a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-27-09, 07:49 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 363
Posted By jobe1

Ergo rebuild? 2008 QS Mirage with escape mechanism

My 08 Mirage Ergos have died. They have the escape mechanism, which I've never been fond of, so I've replaced them (with alloy chorus:thumb:) but would like to get them up and running for a beater...
Forum: Touring
08-24-09, 02:21 AM
Replies: 4,822
Views: 2,617,591
Posted By jobe1

Yet another LHT during my first tour (9 day uk...

Yet another LHT during my first tour (9 day uk end2end)
Forum: Road Cycling
05-17-09, 01:14 PM
Replies: 300
Views: 30,676
Posted By jobe1

Well it turns out I had my facts a bit wrong,...

Well it turns out I had my facts a bit wrong, it's 25% aparently. Though it felt steeper than a climb near where I live with a 30% road sign. Leaning that far forward was the only way I could get the...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-15-09, 02:52 PM
Replies: 300
Views: 30,676
Posted By jobe1

A couple from the DLMC (140 mile/5k metres...

A couple from the DLMC (140 mile/5k metres climbing sportive in Wales) last year:

http://photos-c.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-sf2p/v287/132/89/652680044/n652680044_3470986_8415.jpg...
Forum: Touring
03-03-09, 02:14 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,355
Posted By jobe1

Looks good, but I'd go for DT Comp (double...

Looks good, but I'd go for DT Comp (double butted) rather than Champ (straight guage) spokes.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-30-08, 02:39 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,616
Posted By jobe1

It's what happens when you ride in the small...

It's what happens when you ride in the small ring;)
Ah well, we've all been there!
Forum: Road Cycling
10-26-08, 04:53 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,984
Posted By jobe1

+1 on the stretching. But don't do it...

+1 on the stretching.

But don't do it immediately. Wait until the inflamation has gone down. If you can feel burning during or after stretching then stop and rest/ice it for longer. Once you can...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-21-08, 01:34 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 3,643
Posted By jobe1

I've had a few misjudgements on the road bike...

I've had a few misjudgements on the road bike resulting in scratches/bruises but my only proper crash was on the tourer.
Car waiting to turn right (we drive on the left here) didn't see me and...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-19-08, 11:59 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,077
Posted By jobe1

I've warmed to the ergonomics slightly. Had a go...

I've warmed to the ergonomics slightly. Had a go on my commuter which has the old shape and my hands felt quite cramped in comparison. Still hate the mushy shifting though and they must bring out a...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-17-08, 08:11 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,077
Posted By jobe1

I've just put some 09 Veloce shifters on my road...

I've just put some 09 Veloce shifters on my road bike and I'm really disapointed. :(

Ergonomically they are ok. The slightly bigger hood makes for more comfortable out of the saddle climbing...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-27-08, 10:09 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 456
Posted By jobe1

Cheers guys. One other thing, which is kind of...

Cheers guys.
One other thing, which is kind of embarrasing. How would I adjust the cable tension on the front derailleur (rear has it's own) if I put the Campag shifters on? My previous bikes had...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-27-08, 08:05 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 456
Posted By jobe1

Jtek shiftmate experiences?

I've just picked up a Scott CR1 Team with 10 speed 105 for a sweet price. Loving the ride (so light compared to my old steely!) but I'm really not sure about the Shimano hoods. I'll give them some...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-02-08, 01:35 AM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,402,490
Posted By jobe1

I ride this Giant Peloton 7600. Recently upgraded...

I ride this Giant Peloton 7600. Recently upgraded from 7 speed RSX to 10 speed Mirage, Khamsins.
http://img207.imageshack.us/img207/304/img4510adjustedlargetc4.jpg
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-01-08, 11:38 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 605
Posted By jobe1

It's actually 132.5mm ("Our Gnot-rite spacing...

It's actually 132.5mm ("Our Gnot-rite spacing (132.5mm) allows you to run 130mm road hubs and 135mm MTB hubs" - surly.com) but I'm running 135mm wheels in there.
I'll have a go with a mtb front...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-01-08, 09:06 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 605
Posted By jobe1

It's octalink, yeh. Hmmm, more hassle! Are road...

It's octalink, yeh. Hmmm, more hassle! Are road and mtb bb's interchangable?
Would it be worth trying a different derailleur? I had no trouble shifting when the crankset/bb was on my mtb, albeit...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-01-08, 05:33 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 605
Posted By jobe1

I'm using an LX BB (68 113), as was recommended...

I'm using an LX BB (68 113), as was recommended in the crankset manual. Theres 20mm clearance between the big ring and the chainstay. Inner ring is a bit harder to measure, I'd say there's...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-01-08, 03:39 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 605
Posted By jobe1

Front mech woes

I'm building up a Surly Crosscheck with a mish mash of parts but I can't for the life of me get the front shifting sorted. I'm attempting to run a 48,36,26 Deroe crankset, LX rear derailleur, 12-28 8...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-03-08, 11:48 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,515
Posted By jobe1

Cheers all. Success has been had. I couldn't find...

Cheers all. Success has been had. I couldn't find a cheater bar with a big enough diameter to fit over the crank puller handle, but I eventually got it with a few taps of the hammer and some vein...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-03-08, 09:34 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,515
Posted By jobe1

Ok panic over, I've just managed to get one off...

Ok panic over, I've just managed to get one off so I'm obviously doing it right. More force needed then!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-03-08, 08:39 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,515
Posted By jobe1

Crank removal...am I doing something wrong? (pics included)

I'm trying to get these Shimano RSX cranks off with no success.
I've removed the crank bolts and am trying to use a Park CCP2 to remove the cranks. I'm removing the larger part of the crank puller...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-04-08, 12:50 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 484
Posted By jobe1

I'm 5'9/121lbs and I love my Arione

I'm 5'9/121lbs and I love my Arione
Forum: Commuting
09-30-07, 02:11 AM
Replies: 110
Views: 4,479
Posted By jobe1

I average 13mph over my 8 mile (each way)...

I average 13mph over my 8 mile (each way) commute, on the loaded singlespeed mountain bike. That's with the computer set to stop recording when the bike stops. Generally slower in the morning to...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-30-07, 01:03 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 834
Posted By jobe1

I'm also wondering about this. I'm really tempted...

I'm also wondering about this. I'm really tempted to get one as I'm looking for something with HR and cadence at the moment, and have always found Cateye reliable.
But the lack of reviews is...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-29-07, 03:11 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 474
Posted By jobe1

Thanks. I've actually fitted a new stem now and...

Thanks. I've actually fitted a new stem now and I'm sure I can sort out my fit issues soon enough. I'm just a bit worried as it's been four days now and it's still pretty bad. Is it possible to do...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-29-07, 12:16 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 474
Posted By jobe1

Another hand pain thread

Since doing my first century at the weekend I've got some issues with my left hand. Basically my little finger, and to a lesser extent my ring finger, is really hard to straighten. I also have a...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
08-25-07, 02:51 PM
Replies: 1,042
Views: 704,941
Posted By jobe1

Did my first ever century today! On this: ...

Did my first ever century today!
On this:
http://img253.imageshack.us/img253/8466/img4185mediumob8.jpg
Forum: Commuting
03-15-07, 11:29 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 3,245
Posted By jobe1

8 miles. It takes me anywhere from 38-50 minutes,...

8 miles. It takes me anywhere from 38-50 minutes, though generally in the early 40's. Thats on the mountain bike with either a rucksack or panniers, and with the computer stopping the count when I do...
Forum: Commuting
03-11-07, 06:46 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,662
Posted By jobe1

I hear you! God knows how much my bike weighs....

I hear you! God knows how much my bike weighs. It's not light to begin with ('06 Hardrock sport with suspension forks still on) and I have to carry all sorts. Including enough drinking water,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-11-07, 04:10 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 413
Posted By jobe1

Ah thats looks right, cheers people :)

Ah thats looks right, cheers people :)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-09-07, 06:08 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 413
Posted By jobe1

Is there an archive of specialized bikes, with photos?

Firstly, apologies if this is the wrong forum.

Is there anywhere besides the official site (who's archive only goes back to 2002) that has pictures and details of previous years bikes?
I'm...
Forum: Commuting
02-26-07, 05:20 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,375,575
Posted By jobe1

http://img172.imageshack.us/img172/272/img3542larg...

http://img172.imageshack.us/img172/272/img3542largegp9.th.jpg (http://img172.imageshack.us/my.php?image=img3542largegp9.jpg)

It's not ideal (it feels so heavy when it's loaded up) but it gets me...
Forum: Commuting
12-22-06, 10:59 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 374
Posted By jobe1

Do you lose all your data when the battery dies...

Do you lose all your data when the battery dies or you change it?
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