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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-14-24, 03:44 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 2,745
Posted By Mtracer

I run tubeless road tires. I carry a Dynaplug...

I run tubeless road tires. I carry a Dynaplug Race kit, I do carry a spare tube. In 5 years, I've never come close to needing to use the tube. I have plugged a tire a few times. In the last year I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-13-24, 03:26 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 688
Posted By Mtracer

I can't recommend the Hirobel Frame Clamp enough....

I can't recommend the Hirobel Frame Clamp enough. While it is a very safe way to hold a carbon frame, it's just plain easier than farting around clamping a seat post for any bike. I rarely even need...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-13-24, 03:19 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 430
Posted By Mtracer

Rim tape is certainly a likely issue. The other...

Rim tape is certainly a likely issue. The other is where the valve stem seats against the rim. Of course a bad or loose valve core can be an issue. Oddly, I've had the best luck with the Muc-Off...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-12-24, 08:23 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 494
Posted By Mtracer

I think it was in a Hammer Nutrition article that...

I think it was in a Hammer Nutrition article that recommended NOT eating a meal within 3 hours of a ride. The idea being you don't want to be digesting a full meal while riding. On the other hand,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-12-24, 07:55 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 432
Posted By Mtracer

That's the rub, the standard I have is the Zwift...

That's the rub, the standard I have is the Zwift Hub One trainer. While I don't need it to be accurate, I due need it to be consistent and I simply have no idea how consistent it really is. But...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-11-24, 02:41 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 432
Posted By Mtracer

Just thought I'd update this. The larger 8-10%...

Just thought I'd update this. The larger 8-10% error I was seeing simply disappeared. I strongly believe this was an error in the indoor trainer power (Zwift Hub One) rather than a change in the...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-09-24, 03:05 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 2,506
Posted By Mtracer

I also have a Garmin RCT715 (camera, light,...

I also have a Garmin RCT715 (camera, light, radar) and like it well enough. The only issue I had was when I tried it mounted to my saddle. The saddle movement caused distortion in the video.

The...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-07-24, 05:08 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 3,182
Posted By Mtracer

I don't think the OP is being unreasonable...

I don't think the OP is being unreasonable wanting to understand this. The groupeset, saddle etc, should be pretty consistent. So, it really comes down to the frame. I think it unlikely the frame is...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-04-24, 11:01 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,517
Posted By Mtracer

I use a drip wax (Squirt), but even then the...

I use a drip wax (Squirt), but even then the chain gets more or less black. But nowhere near like it does with oil or synthetic lubes. My hands will still get dirty if I handle the chain and I can...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-04-24, 10:23 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 493
Posted By Mtracer

I have the Garmin 715 on the rear and a Fly 12...

I have the Garmin 715 on the rear and a Fly 12 camera/light on the front.

The Fly 12 works well enough. Battery life is okay at about 4.5 hours while running the light in a daytime random flash...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-02-24, 09:57 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 432
Posted By Mtracer

You cannot mix the left and right pedals. They...

You cannot mix the left and right pedals. They are two different pedal models. Though thinking about it, normally the right pedal data goes to the left, and from there the left pedal transmits both...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-02-24, 06:27 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 432
Posted By Mtracer

Favero Assioma Pro MX Power Meter Pedals

I recently bought a set of Favero Assioma Pro MX power meter pedals. I've used their road version Assioma Duos for 4 years (with MTB body hack) without issue. In fact I have two sets of those that...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-02-24, 12:45 AM
Replies: 183
Views: 5,110
Posted By Mtracer

My main bike, a Trek Domane SLR 7, with my power...

My main bike, a Trek Domane SLR 7, with my power meter pedals, radar, lights and cycling computer is right around $10,000 and worth every penny of it, to me.

Pretty much any additional amount of...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-02-24, 12:02 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 2,823
Posted By Mtracer

According to bicyclingrollingresistance.com, the...

According to bicyclingrollingresistance.com, the Bontrager R3 Hard Case Light 25 mm tires are use about 8-10 W more per tire than Continental GP 5000 S TR. Now, these aren't the Bontragers that the...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-01-24, 11:08 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,161
Posted By Mtracer

Sounds like she is coming along just fine. Good...

Sounds like she is coming along just fine. Good on her for being a trooper and giving this a serious try.

I also agree that shifting is a skill to work on after she develops basic riding ability.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-01-24, 11:03 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 333
Posted By Mtracer

USB ports do have varying charge ability. And my...

USB ports do have varying charge ability. And my own experience is PCs tend to have the least amount of current available for charging. And I'm sure I've had devices that would not charge from a PC....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-01-24, 10:44 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 1,841
Posted By Mtracer

What is this big picture you speak of? I'm...

What is this big picture you speak of?

I'm thinking it's your own version of "the big picture" and if other's don't share your version of the big picture, they are somehow missing the "big...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-01-24, 10:09 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,151
Posted By Mtracer

I completely agree. The return leg is different...

I completely agree. The return leg is different in many ways. Of course, it is perhaps not as different as a loop, but different just the same.

I have several out and backs I do regularly. I have...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-30-24, 03:06 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 3,158
Posted By Mtracer

The problem with the 220 - age calculation is it...

The problem with the 220 - age calculation is it is known to be a poor fit for older riders and it's just an average. While it's been a while since I looked into this I think it is something like 220...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-29-24, 10:30 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 1,841
Posted By Mtracer

I stand corrected, the aero losses don't drop as...

I stand corrected, the aero losses don't drop as as fast as I thought. Though remove that 0% gradient point, and the curve doesn't look quite so dramatic. But still over say 2% to max gradient, VAM...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-29-24, 10:01 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 267
Posted By Mtracer

Have you check the derailleur hanger? If it's...

Have you check the derailleur hanger? If it's bent, you can get noises in different gear combinations.

Noises can be really hard to locate. You may think it's coming from the rear or cassette but...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-29-24, 09:43 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,082
Posted By Mtracer

I rarely run red lights. A one place the...

I rarely run red lights. A one place the intersection is so complicated, I don't even look at the light, I just study the traffic because oncoming my turn left across my path becasue they have the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-29-24, 09:29 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 370
Posted By Mtracer

I wear very thin skull caps for sweat management,...

I wear very thin skull caps for sweat management, but could not imagine wearing even the thinnest ones over my ears in warm weather. But I have not worn white ones, so maybe the white reflecting the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-29-24, 09:14 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 1,841
Posted By Mtracer

I'm not sure you're saying what you meant to say....

I'm not sure you're saying what you meant to say. If by "producing consistent power" you mean the same power. Your rate of climbing (elevation change per unit time) is essentially going to be the...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-24-24, 10:41 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,024
Posted By Mtracer

I think a lot of people get power meters, to some...

I think a lot of people get power meters, to some degree, because they like gadgets. This is a large part of why I use them. I like to play with data. As for an actual reason, I think it should...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-23-24, 05:56 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,040
Posted By Mtracer

Broke an aluminum chain ring bolt because I...

Broke an aluminum chain ring bolt because I didn't appreciate the difference between greased and dry torque specs. Fortunately I was able to "borrow" one off a crankset I wasn't using in order to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-23-24, 05:52 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 4,634
Posted By Mtracer

Not sure what is appropriate pressure with tubes,...

Not sure what is appropriate pressure with tubes, but with tubeless it is likely around 70 PSI. And keep in mind the penalty for lower pressure is very small while going above optimal the penalty...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-23-24, 10:44 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 3,158
Posted By Mtracer

While Gatorade has some sugar/carbs, you might...

While Gatorade has some sugar/carbs, you might need more than you can get from that. Though I do like drinking my fuel rather than chewing it while on the bike. You might want to find something to...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-22-24, 10:50 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 3,158
Posted By Mtracer

It sounds to me like you're simply pushing too...

It sounds to me like you're simply pushing too hard and running out of gas. No matter how fit a cyclist is, there's always an intensity they can ride that will exhaust them in an hour. Better to ride...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-22-24, 05:15 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,138
Posted By Mtracer

A gravel bike is a great option to work over...

A gravel bike is a great option to work over mixed terrain. Generally a gravel bike doesn't have suspension. It's not clear from the OP's description if front suspension is needed. If you want to...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-21-24, 09:23 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 817
Posted By Mtracer

I'm not sure if a last-second glance has saved me...

I'm not sure if a last-second glance has saved me on a bike or not. But I know for sure, I've been surprised by seeing a car at the last moment that just wasn't there before. In one case it was a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-19-24, 10:20 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 4,634
Posted By Mtracer

Nice, bike. Congrats! I still encourage you...

Nice, bike. Congrats!

I still encourage you to put on the 28 mm GP 5000 tires. At a speed of 20 MPH, you would save around 20 W of power running GP 5000 S TR versus the Bontrager R3s (if that's...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-19-24, 06:04 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 857
Posted By Mtracer

Enjoy the bike. Seems odd they wouldn't deal on...

Enjoy the bike. Seems odd they wouldn't deal on the 2023 they have in the shop, but would on an order for a 2024 model. The Domane is a great bike, I love mine and I'm sure you will too.

What's...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-19-24, 05:54 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,667
Posted By Mtracer

Another vote for if, your going to take the lane,...

Another vote for if, your going to take the lane, TAKE THE LANE. Don't give drivers the idea they can squeeze by you. Also, it looks like a lot of traffic and I too would consider just riding the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-16-24, 09:12 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,504
Posted By Mtracer

I'm 100% certain the plate was broken early in...

I'm 100% certain the plate was broken early in that ~70-mile ride if not before the ride. The reason is, the symptom was a sort of chain skipping clunking happening in 11th and 12th gear. I thought...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-16-24, 07:11 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,504
Posted By Mtracer

Well, when I first had odd behavior in 11th and...

Well, when I first had odd behavior in 11th and 12th gears, it was about 5 miles into a ~70-mile ride. I'm sure the skipping was caused by a fully broken inner plate. Point being, I put 60+ miles on...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-15-24, 10:46 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,504
Posted By Mtracer

It certainly seems possible the interface between...

It certainly seems possible the interface between a master link and standard outer plate to inner plate would be different and might be the source of different stresses.

When you say "replace...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-15-24, 10:34 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,504
Posted By Mtracer

The red arrow is pointing right at the break. I...

The red arrow is pointing right at the break. I think you may not realize that the piece to the left side of the break is the part with some blackened wax on it. It does sort of look like the other...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-15-24, 09:48 PM
Replies: 239
Views: 9,286
Posted By Mtracer

I'm not sure if it is number of miles or...

I'm not sure if it is number of miles or washings, probably a bit of both, that affects wear of any clothing. In my case, I probably put closer to 1,000 miles per pair of bib shorts, per year and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-15-24, 09:37 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,504
Posted By Mtracer

Broken chain, but why?

Recently my 12-speed Shimano CN-M8100 chain running on a road bike broke with about 4,000 miles on it. One inside plate broke. So, the chain did not completely snap. Just started skipping weird in...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-15-24, 09:05 PM
Replies: 239
Views: 9,286
Posted By Mtracer

On colder days (40's), my go-to system is a...

On colder days (40's), my go-to system is a Merino wool mesh layer for sweat management, then Merino wool base layer, Castelli thermal jersey, and then Castelli vest. In the 30's I'll wear a base...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-15-24, 08:00 PM
Replies: 239
Views: 9,286
Posted By Mtracer

I still use inexpensive short-sleeve summer...

I still use inexpensive short-sleeve summer jerseys, but for winter, I've settled on Castelli thermal jerseys. They are just plain nicer than any inexpensive and even some moderately expensive...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-15-24, 07:46 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 5,049
Posted By Mtracer

I think there's two things going on. The tire...

I think there's two things going on. The tire plugs because of the way the sealant (liquid latex, I think) behaves under shear forces along with particle additives designed to plug up the hole. So,...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-12-24, 10:17 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,154
Posted By Mtracer

I recommend getting a pro bike fit. There's a lot...

I recommend getting a pro bike fit. There's a lot you can do on your own, if you want to read up a lot on bike fitting. But a good fitter will get you there a lot faster. Though even then, they're...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-11-24, 08:35 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 22,684
Posted By Mtracer

I've got 3,000+ miles on some 28 mm GP 5000 S TR...

I've got 3,000+ miles on some 28 mm GP 5000 S TR and it looks like another 1.000 miles. I'm trying to wear the things out so I can try some 32 mm I have ready to go. But the ride on my Trek Domane is...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-09-24, 08:22 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 938
Posted By Mtracer

Based on the Silca tire pressure calculator, and...

Based on the Silca tire pressure calculator, and assuming at 185 lbs, your all up weight is about 25 lbs higher (you, your bike, water bottles) or 210 lbs., even on new pavement, they recommend 71...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-09-24, 07:00 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 985
Posted By Mtracer

I agree with all, flat will be faster. ...

I agree with all, flat will be faster.

Here's my 2 cents and an engineering and physics perspective (a nerds way to look at it),. If you put out the same power for both courses, and they took the...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-09-24, 12:39 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 351
Posted By Mtracer

Unfortunately, the setup seems to be less than...

Unfortunately, the setup seems to be less than reliable. While it seemed to be working fine after I got done with Garmin support. It went south again. I played around and got it back working. It...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-09-24, 11:24 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 351
Posted By Mtracer

I called the Garmin support line and they got it...

I called the Garmin support line and they got it working. First off, the problem seemed to be that the Garmin was seeing the radar but not the light on its light network. Apparently it is the light...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-08-24, 11:37 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 351
Posted By Mtracer

As far as I can tell, I have the latest firmware...

As far as I can tell, I have the latest firmware versions for both the Edge 530 and the Varia 715. That's what the Edge 530 says itself, and the Varia in the Varia app, as well as both in Garmin...
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