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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-01-24, 07:28 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 406
Posted By Fendertele

I’ve been very pleased with the Pearl Izumi...

I’ve been very pleased with the Pearl Izumi jacket. It blocks the wind and has the zip off sleeves option which comes in handy. The fit is comfortable. Only complaint is the sleeves rattle on a very...
Forum: Electric Bikes
10-26-23, 12:28 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,531
Posted By Fendertele

OP a friend is considering one of these. Did...

OP a friend is considering one of these. Did Aventon take care of your issue?
Forum: Electric Bikes
10-13-23, 11:41 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,531
Posted By Fendertele

Wow I presume you wrote a CNC program for the...

Wow I presume you wrote a CNC program for the guards. Nice custom look.
Forum: Electric Bikes
10-12-23, 04:22 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,531
Posted By Fendertele

Nice looking bike. I have a Rad Mission. If it...

Nice looking bike. I have a Rad Mission. If it was mine I would have them address the front wheel centering under warranty.
Forum: Indoor & Stationary Cycling Forum
09-27-23, 07:13 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,759
Posted By Fendertele

I started Zwift with the KK dumb trainer....

I started Zwift with the KK dumb trainer. Eventually bought the Kickr and I could never go back. It makes the experience much more enjoyable.
A new Kickr for $600 is a great price compared to...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-02-23, 04:55 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,934
Posted By Fendertele

105 is a good group set. Electronic shifting is...

105 is a good group set. Electronic shifting is the future. Personally I would go Di2.
Forum: Electric Bikes
08-02-23, 04:34 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 865
Posted By Fendertele

Can’t answer your question but I remember riding...

Can’t answer your question but I remember riding mine along the lakefront in Chicago.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-24-23, 12:52 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 358
Posted By Fendertele

Thanks everyone for the help. This was my first...

Thanks everyone for the help. This was my first try replacing a cable.
Went to the LBS. problem resolved. As suspected I apparently didn’t start in the correct ring. I learned a lot in this process...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-24-23, 09:12 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 358
Posted By Fendertele

Sorry, disregard misleading comment regarding the...

Sorry, disregard misleading comment regarding the chain. Chain has been removed.
Thanks for the links.
Verified your last suggestion and pulled the cable thru the pinch bolt again.
I’ve tried the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-24-23, 06:02 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 358
Posted By Fendertele

R7020 won’t shift to 50T ring

Stumped. Couldn’t shift to large ring. Removed shift cable; no visible damage. Even without cable shifter feels it is only moving half way inward. Installed new cable. Set up FD. Tightened cable bolt...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
01-25-23, 07:49 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 389
Posted By Fendertele

That’s one reason I buy their stuff. Been...

That’s one reason I buy their stuff. Been fortunate so far everything works.
Forum: Indoor & Stationary Cycling Forum
12-27-22, 09:42 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,494
Posted By Fendertele

Maybe your pc is no longer supported by Zwift? ...

Maybe your pc is no longer supported by Zwift?
You are signing up for an even using companion app on your phone. Start your ride on Zwift on your phone and see if everything works via your phone....
Forum: Electric Bikes
10-25-22, 06:55 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,177
Posted By Fendertele

I got one as well. Interested to hear what cog...

I got one as well. Interested to hear what cog you place in the rear.
Forum: Indoor & Stationary Cycling Forum
09-05-22, 07:35 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 577
Posted By Fendertele

I have the Kickr. It’s great and has been very...

I have the Kickr. It’s great and has been very reliable. I logged over 1K miles on the KK dumb trainer and the smart trainer is a lot more fun.
REI has a good return policy. Don’t know anyone that...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
09-02-22, 09:11 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,439
Posted By Fendertele

I have Arlo wireless. It’s easy to install and...

I have Arlo wireless. It’s easy to install and gives the option to place a camera on a tree if needed. I have the model that downloads to a jump drive on the base station; no monthly fees.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-12-22, 12:07 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 6,850
Posted By Fendertele

Good looking bike. Enjoy.

Good looking bike. Enjoy.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-12-22, 11:38 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,246
Posted By Fendertele

I picked one up at Aldi’s a couple months ago....

I picked one up at Aldi’s a couple months ago. I’ve used it a few times. Hard to beat for $40.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-21-22, 08:58 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 2,262
Posted By Fendertele

Road 700x28 90 psi

Road
700x28
90 psi
Forum: Electric Bikes
07-20-22, 07:29 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,514
Posted By Fendertele

Contact Kuat with details and see what they say....

Contact Kuat with details and see what they say. They probably have a safety factor built into that limit.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-16-22, 02:39 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 814
Posted By Fendertele

Viewing on Strava. Apple Watch used Strava to...

Viewing on Strava. Apple Watch used Strava to record the ride. Wahoo app recorded the ride and showed 219 ft and was subsequently uploaded to Strava.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-16-22, 01:36 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 814
Posted By Fendertele

Elevation gain variance

We rode the same trail today with a large variance between results.
Wahoo ELEMNT Bolt. 220 ft
Apple Watch 7. 385 ft
i expect a difference between devices but this seems rather...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-29-22, 08:42 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,719
Posted By Fendertele

I’ve found comfort with: LG gel. Less than $50...

I’ve found comfort with:
LG gel. Less than $50 REI.
Przwalski bib from Amazon.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-25-22, 02:25 PM
Replies: 21,329
Views: 5,185,786
Posted By Fendertele

Chain, Park master pliers, Park compact chain...

Chain, Park master pliers, Park compact chain tool, repair stand.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-24-22, 05:45 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 740
Posted By Fendertele

I replaced the light bulb in the garage ceiling...

I replaced the light bulb in the garage ceiling with a screw in LED fixture. It makes a world of difference in the garage. I placed a second fixture in the basement for bike work.
Costco sells them...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-22-22, 05:20 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 858
Posted By Fendertele

We’re all different and you need to make the best...

We’re all different and you need to make the best choice for you. I’ll share my experience. I bought a hybrid because I wanted comfort. After a few years bought an endurance road bike. I’m more...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-21-22, 03:53 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 9,816
Posted By Fendertele

I’m a novice at maintenance and needed a repair...

I’m a novice at maintenance and needed a repair stand. I got motivated by the Lidl post above. Picked it up Sunday and for $40 I am pleasantly surprised. Replaced my chain, bar tape, and indexed the...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-20-22, 09:26 PM
Replies: 3,116
Views: 533,609
Posted By Fendertele

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/a28a1efb_922c_4984_813d_26d7d455acd2_8d92f560b6d0500a73fef56b330b350543b0e362.jpeg
Forum: Road Cycling
05-14-22, 03:15 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 10,791
Posted By Fendertele

Interesting. I’m 185 pounds and have been running...

Interesting. I’m 185 pounds and have been running these at 95 psi. Going to try reducing 5 psi each ride and see how it feels.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-07-22, 06:05 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,683
Posted By Fendertele

We’re all different. Check with your doctor. I...

We’re all different. Check with your doctor. I used to back off when my effort went above 155. The GP advised it’s ok to go to 180 during my physical.
My avg HR is lower since I’ve been riding more...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-03-22, 04:22 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,397
Posted By Fendertele

Pleased with my Joe Blow 3. Easy to use. Has A...

Pleased with my Joe Blow 3. Easy to use. Has A dual valve, gage, and target psi shut off.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-01-22, 01:00 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,356
Posted By Fendertele

Lots of choices. I’ve purchased Continental...

Lots of choices. I’ve purchased Continental Contact Plus and Michelin Protek and happy with both. Less than 500 miles traveled with each set so far though.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-12-22, 09:53 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 9,272
Posted By Fendertele

Finally wore out the OEM tires on my Verve 2....

Finally wore out the OEM tires on my Verve 2. Installed a set of Michelin Protek 700x35. They measure 38mm at 75 psi. Only 50 miles into these but for $20 each they are comfy and very quiet.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-09-22, 06:30 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 682
Posted By Fendertele

I remove it because I dislike the appearance.

I remove it because I dislike the appearance.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
12-04-21, 06:20 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 15,453
Posted By Fendertele

I didn’t have enough clearance on the crank arm...

I didn’t have enough clearance on the crank arm and find the shoe mount works well. Especially since I use the shoes with several bikes.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-26-21, 04:11 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 904
Posted By Fendertele

GP5’s on my wife’s bike and she likes them a lot....

GP5’s on my wife’s bike and she likes them a lot. The gp3’s are $20 less. Didn’t try any of the other brands.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-11-21, 04:03 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 793
Posted By Fendertele

Trek isogrip vs. gp5. Ergon is expensive but the...

Trek isogrip vs. gp5. Ergon is expensive but the materials are nice. The alternate positions eliminated hand numbness.
Not familiar with the other models. ...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-06-21, 05:18 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,286
Posted By Fendertele

I admire your spirit. Heal quickly.

I admire your spirit. Heal quickly.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-05-21, 11:46 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,469
Posted By Fendertele

I got caught up with that with my wife’s Verve 2....

I got caught up with that with my wife’s Verve 2. If I recall correctly the bike’s description said it had the isozone handle bar.
I removed the grips and it appeared to be a standard handle bar....
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-01-21, 04:39 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,434
Posted By Fendertele

Congratulations. Keep on rolling.

Congratulations. Keep on rolling.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-01-21, 04:34 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 6,252
Posted By Fendertele

No. Obstructed vision on the road bike.

No. Obstructed vision on the road bike.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-25-21, 06:42 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,617
Posted By Fendertele

Compressor in the garage for car tires and bike...

Compressor in the garage for car tires and bike tires.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-22-21, 02:57 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,291
Posted By Fendertele

Great bike. Enjoy.

Great bike. Enjoy.
Forum: Electric Bikes
08-12-21, 06:17 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,073
Posted By Fendertele

Looking forward to hearing more comments as you...

Looking forward to hearing more comments as you put some miles on. Rode 20 miles last week with someone that had a Rad power.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-09-21, 08:15 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,422
Posted By Fendertele

I would not. The inner shell is expanded foam...

I would not. The inner shell is expanded foam which is typically highly flammable. The heating elements could pose a fire hazard.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-08-21, 03:41 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,990
Posted By Fendertele

Congratulations. Good looking bike with good...

Congratulations. Good looking bike with good specs.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-07-21, 05:42 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 521
Posted By Fendertele

These delivered today and I just installed them...

These delivered today and I just installed them on the Verve OEM handlebars. Uneventful and easy install. I’ll post a comment in the hybrid forum after my wife gets a ride with them.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-07-21, 05:08 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 521
Posted By Fendertele

Ergon GP5

I’ve ordered these for my wife’s 2019 Verve 2. Will they fit on Treks OEM handle bar?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-06-21, 08:12 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,216
Posted By Fendertele

Sell it to someone that will appreciate and enjoy...

Sell it to someone that will appreciate and enjoy it.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-29-21, 06:49 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,990
Posted By Fendertele

The 105 group set is really nice. I prefer buying...

The 105 group set is really nice. I prefer buying from a local shop.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-29-21, 06:45 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,422
Posted By Fendertele

Shampoo your hair. Swish helmet around on your...

Shampoo your hair. Swish helmet around on your head and rub shampoo onto the straps. Rinse and place in bathtub to air dry overnight.
Quick and easy.
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