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Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-04-20, 07:08 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,245
Posted By evan the cdn

Right. I don't mind the idea of eliminating a...

Right. I don't mind the idea of eliminating a potential issue with the cheap crank before dropping another big chunk of money on the conversion. I'll consider it some more though.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-03-20, 03:03 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,245
Posted By evan the cdn

I like that idea. So, I could swap the bottom...

I like that idea. So, I could swap the bottom bracket and crankset and still use the 9 speed chain and Sora front derailleur without issue? I'm looking at the Ultegra BBR60...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-03-20, 10:01 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,245
Posted By evan the cdn

That's interesting. Thanks!

That's interesting. Thanks!
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-03-20, 09:39 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,245
Posted By evan the cdn

All winter I'll be on Zwift. My favorite kind of...

All winter I'll be on Zwift. My favorite kind of ride is recovery pace with hard sprints. In the summer I ride on crappy roads so I like a bike with clearance for 35-38mm tires.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-03-20, 09:35 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,245
Posted By evan the cdn

The bottom of the triangle flexes. When I look...

The bottom of the triangle flexes. When I look down I can see it moving side to side and the chainring angle changes enough to watch the chain sway from one side of the front derailleur to the other....
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-03-20, 08:35 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,245
Posted By evan the cdn

Topstone Alloy vs Domane AL???

I've got a Topstone Alloy Sora. I want to go to 11 speed drivetrain so I've been considering a 105 swap onto this bike. My one dislike about the Topstone is the amount of flex in the bottom bracket...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-29-20, 12:43 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,114
Posted By evan the cdn

Try to avoid using being able to touch the ground...

Try to avoid using being able to touch the ground as a measure of how well a bike fits. It's more important for the measurements between the touch points (handlebars, seat, pedals) to work while...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-09-20, 08:26 AM
Replies: 5,453
Views: 3,884,087
Posted By evan the cdn

The more research I do into components the more...

The more research I do into components the more spot-on your build seems for my preferences. If work was more stable right now I'd be making my Topstone into a mostly identical twin.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-31-20, 08:41 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,327
Posted By evan the cdn

The new cassette was a bit better but not by...

The new cassette was a bit better but not by much. I made some small adjustments to the indexing and it might have gotten a little better again. Tough to say.

One thing that's done is made the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-30-20, 06:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,327
Posted By evan the cdn

I gave that a try. The lockring wouldn't engage...

I gave that a try. The lockring wouldn't engage with two spacers on. I tried it with no spacers but that was worse.

I decided to try the new cassette. The stock one was a Sunrace. The replacement...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-30-20, 12:25 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,327
Posted By evan the cdn

Yes, I've tried it with the spacer that came with...

Yes, I've tried it with the spacer that came with the Kickr and then I tried it with the spacer that came on the wheel. Same situation in both cases.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-30-20, 11:29 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,327
Posted By evan the cdn

Topstone drivetrain very noisy on Kickr Core

I would go to my LBS but they're closed for COVID. Thanks in advance for any input!

I bought a new Cannondale Topstone Sora last month. I had it on the road once during the test ride (too much...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-13-20, 08:07 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,122
Posted By evan the cdn

Isn't the goal of the Redshift seatpost to...

Isn't the goal of the Redshift seatpost to provide compliance on rough roads and not just the big hits? From PNW's website it looks like the Coast is designed to absorb just the bigger hits.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-08-20, 10:18 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,336
Posted By evan the cdn

Does the alloy version of the Topstone use the AI...

Does the alloy version of the Topstone use the AI dishing too or just the carbon?
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-01-20, 04:47 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,114
Posted By evan the cdn

Swapped a couple more parts. The stock seat was...

Swapped a couple more parts. The stock seat was not a good shape for me and it weighs 314g. I have a Fabric Scoop Flat Elite that used to live on my Tarmac. It's more comfortable for me and weighs...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-27-20, 03:57 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,010
Posted By evan the cdn

Their weight limit is listed at 109 kg. Is that...

Their weight limit is listed at 109 kg. Is that not possible with 24 spokes?
https://www.fulcrumwheels.com/en/wheels/gravel-solutions/rapid-red-5-db
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-27-20, 03:27 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,010
Posted By evan the cdn

Fulcrum Rapid Red 5 Wheelset?

Anybody have any experience with the Fulcrum Rapid Red 5 DB Wheelset? Looks like it could be a good value option with decent internal width.
-23 mm internal width
-1700 g
- $352 USD / $462 CAD
...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-25-20, 01:25 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,114
Posted By evan the cdn

I'm not 100% on it but from what I can see, all...

I'm not 100% on it but from what I can see, all of the Sora groupset bikes that were made in last year's darker green colour "Vulcan Green" came with black wall WTB Nano, 700 x 40c and all of the...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-25-20, 10:32 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 8,513
Posted By evan the cdn

Correct. The 105 and Apex versions have tubeless...

Correct. The 105 and Apex versions have tubeless ready wheels. With either one I would have been considering a different wheelset anyway so it didn't seem like too much of a downside for me.
Forum: Indoor & Stationary Cycling Forum
02-24-20, 04:04 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,066
Posted By evan the cdn

Kinetic Traxle with Elite Volare Trainer

Does anybody know if the Kinetic Traxle adapter will work with Elite trainers?

I've got an Elite Volare trainer. It still works great but my new bike has 12mm thru axles. The Elite thru axle...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-24-20, 10:12 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,114
Posted By evan the cdn

Evan's Cannondale Topstone Sora

Is this an appropriate place on the forum to put a thread about my new bike, minor modifications and experiences with it? If not, let me know.



I got into drop bar bikes about five years ago...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-23-20, 04:18 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 8,513
Posted By evan the cdn

Update! I decided to go with the Topstone...

Update!

I decided to go with the Topstone Sora. I haven't decided yet if I'm going to strip it or ride it as is for a while.

...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-07-20, 09:10 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 30,363
Posted By evan the cdn

Beautiful bike! Can you clarify that for...

Beautiful bike!


Can you clarify that for me? Do you mean under the stem?
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-06-20, 01:02 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 8,513
Posted By evan the cdn

Unfortunately, they don't sell just the frameset....

Unfortunately, they don't sell just the frameset. I called my LBS about it.

It seems way easier to find steel framesets than aluminum. I've got a Specialized Sequoia right now. It's nice and cushy...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-04-20, 08:04 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 8,513
Posted By evan the cdn

Thanks. I've been watching Rides of Japan on...

Thanks. I've been watching Rides of Japan on Youtube. I didn't realize that the Di2 part of his setup was the magic sauce he used to get the XT derailleur to work with Ultegra levers. I guess the...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-04-20, 04:16 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 8,513
Posted By evan the cdn

Yeah, I'm open to starting with a bare frameset...

Yeah, I'm open to starting with a bare frameset but all that I found seemed to be really close in price (or more) than these two complete bikes and with the complete bikes I would be able to upgrade...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-04-20, 02:55 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 8,513
Posted By evan the cdn

I was thinking 105 shifters and hydraulic brakes,...

I was thinking 105 shifters and hydraulic brakes, XT rear derailleur, 1x Easton crank with 30mm spindle, XT 11-42 cassette and possibly Hunt wheels if I were to push the budget to the limit.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-04-20, 01:28 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 8,513
Posted By evan the cdn

Aluminum frame: Topstone VS Revolt

I'm thinking about building up a gravel bike. I'm leaning toward spending less on the frame (so aluminum) so that I have more left over for components. I've heard good things about the Topstone alloy...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-03-20, 08:25 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 10,082
Posted By evan the cdn

The Di2 815's don't have the same shape as the...

The Di2 815's don't have the same shape as the rest of them. That's what makes me think DorkDisk is right and the higher pivot point only applies to Di2. Also, Shimano's specs say that the Servo Wave...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-01-20, 09:29 PM
Replies: 5,453
Views: 3,884,087
Posted By evan the cdn

Tangerineowl, are those EC90 cranks? What do you...

Tangerineowl, are those EC90 cranks? What do you think about them? Did you consider any others?
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-01-20, 07:14 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 10,082
Posted By evan the cdn

Interesting. They make it sound like all of the...

Interesting. They make it sound like all of the points made in "4, Refined Levers" apply to all GRX lever options. I don't think that's accurate.


It would be great if Shimano would publish a...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-01-20, 01:25 PM
Replies: 5,453
Views: 3,884,087
Posted By evan the cdn

Your eyes must be better than mine. Is it an Uno?

Your eyes must be better than mine. Is it an Uno?
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-01-20, 01:15 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 10,082
Posted By evan the cdn

I think the non-Di2 at the 800 level has Servo...

I think the non-Di2 at the 800 level has Servo Wave.
https://bike.shimano.com/en-EU/product/component/grx-11-speed/ST-RX810-R.html
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-31-20, 01:23 PM
Replies: 5,453
Views: 3,884,087
Posted By evan the cdn

That makes sense. The RS-505 were a dark time...

That makes sense. The RS-505 were a dark time for Shimano!
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-31-20, 12:21 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 10,082
Posted By evan the cdn

Oh, that makes sense. Thanks for responding.

Oh, that makes sense. Thanks for responding.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-31-20, 10:14 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 10,082
Posted By evan the cdn

GRX Lever Differences 800 vs 600

Does anyone have a handle on the differences between the 800 and the 600 GRX levers? (ST-RX810-R vs ST-RX600-R). I see the 800 has the "Servo Wave" feature and weighs 21 grams less. Do both of them...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-31-20, 09:07 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,285
Posted By evan the cdn

I was in a similar position and decided to buy a...

I was in a similar position and decided to buy a dedicated trainer tire instead (ie. Vittoria Zaffiro Pro Home Trainer 700). It takes a little more time than just swapping a wheel but changing a tire...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-31-20, 08:16 AM
Replies: 5,453
Views: 3,884,087
Posted By evan the cdn

Really Nice! I am considering doing the same...

Really Nice! I am considering doing the same thing except with a Topstone. What's your take on the GRX levers? Are they worth the premium over 105?
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