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02-24-24, 03:30 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,111
Posted By Dancing Skeleton

How it feels to ride AdZ at 100% depends on what...

How it feels to ride AdZ at 100% depends on what gearing is on your bike.
You could have an 11S 53/39 11/26 & it would be a real challenge because you'd probably be grinding out at 50-60 RPM.
But...
06-28-23, 07:09 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 2,893
Posted By Dancing Skeleton

I bought one of the many offered on eBay that are...

I bought one of the many offered on eBay that are priced from ~$10 - $20.
It's worked fine for several years.

Here's a link ...
04-29-23, 02:14 PM
Replies: 139
Views: 6,866
Posted By Dancing Skeleton

Battaglin Portofino R...

Battaglin Portofino R (https://officinabattaglin.com/products/custom-steel-bikes/portofino-r/)

...
04-23-23, 05:39 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 596
Posted By Dancing Skeleton

Switching to a different pair of pedals may help

Switching to a different pair of pedals may help
04-22-23, 06:53 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 596
Posted By Dancing Skeleton

Skewers Stem bolts Pedals Chain ring bolts ...

Skewers
Stem bolts
Pedals
Chain ring bolts
Seat clamps
etc, etc, etc.

Not easy to isolate, but you'll find it eventually
02-04-23, 07:09 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 787
Posted By Dancing Skeleton

At worst you could cast Zwift via the app to your...

At worst you could cast Zwift via the app to your TV.
Better, get an Apple TV4K streaming device & connect it to your TV.
Cheap, easy to use.
Done.
12-26-22, 10:11 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,651
Posted By Dancing Skeleton

Although actually climbing hills is the best way...

Although actually climbing hills is the best way to train for riding hills there are other ways.
Can you train indoors on Zwift?
If so, do some of their climbing routes, but elevate the front wheel...
11-18-22, 06:50 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 556
Posted By Dancing Skeleton

Trek has an adapter for the Kickr & Core, not...

Trek has an adapter for the Kickr & Core, not sure about the Snap.
Don't but the Snap, wheel-on trainers are inaccurate & greatly inferior to wheel-on trainers.

I have a 2021 Domane SLR & Wahoo...
10-16-22, 01:06 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 2,826
Posted By Dancing Skeleton

There are a few streets in my area that hit 25% -...

There are a few streets in my area that hit 25% - 30% for short periods,
but the steepest climb of any significant length that I've done is the Mt Washington Auto Road...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-09-22, 06:43 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,249
Posted By Dancing Skeleton

Thanks, I'm in MA and I rode on a lot of...

Thanks,

I'm in MA and I rode on a lot of crappy roads.
There aren't many flat rides, but the Domane SLR goes on the rides with rollers. I've got a rim-brake Emonda SLR that weighs 13.5 lbs.for...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-09-22, 11:30 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,249
Posted By Dancing Skeleton

The new Domane SLR looks great! How does the...

The new Domane SLR looks great!
How does the ride compare to that of the Gen3 Domane SLR?
I've got one of those, and although I like it quite a bit, it's a bit heavy.
The reviews indicate that...
10-04-22, 06:21 PM
Replies: 126
Views: 5,561
Posted By Dancing Skeleton

42 is a decent score for nine holes (for most...

42 is a decent score for nine holes (for most people).

I can't believe that no one has humblebragged about FTP yet.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-16-22, 05:39 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,966
Posted By Dancing Skeleton

Favero Assioma. I've got Duo on one bike, Uno...

Favero Assioma.
I've got Duo on one bike, Uno on another.
Reasonably priced, easy to use, easy to switch between bikes, great battery life.
I have several pairs of shoes, some with Look Keo grey...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-10-22, 03:56 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,314
Posted By Dancing Skeleton

The RSL wheels have DT Swiss Ratchet EXP hubs. ...

The RSL wheels have DT Swiss Ratchet EXP hubs.
Far from generic.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-25-22, 05:44 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 3,164
Posted By Dancing Skeleton

I love to do hills, and I've got a very light...

I love to do hills, and I've got a very light frame/bike.
2019 Emonda SLR/Sram Red22 eTap, XXX wheels etc.
Under 13.5 lbs with pedals/cages etc.
It definitely makes a difference on hills, but only...
06-25-22, 01:02 PM
Replies: 134
Views: 7,396
Posted By Dancing Skeleton

I was going straight through an intersection (I...

I was going straight through an intersection (I had a green light) and nearly got right-hooked by a car that was passing Me & turning right.
I saw the nose of the car almost hit my front wheel as...
05-11-22, 05:49 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,801
Posted By Dancing Skeleton

One thing comes to mind: What is and what...

One thing comes to mind:


What is and what should never be.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-20-22, 04:28 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 4,044
Posted By Dancing Skeleton

If you have to ask then you already know the...

If you have to ask then you already know the answer.
03-16-22, 05:21 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 13,160
Posted By Dancing Skeleton

I've ridden with C-Cadence several times & have...

I've ridden with C-Cadence several times & have liked it quite a bit.
However, today I got distracted just as the pack was going downhill and fell off the back before I looked up.
I'm not great at...
02-26-22, 05:21 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,071
Posted By Dancing Skeleton

I often wonder when I do well (for me) in an...

I often wonder when I do well (for me) in an event, as I did today, how many in front of me were weight or height doping.
I've only tried one or two races, and it was clear that a significant number...
02-19-22, 06:49 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,881
Posted By Dancing Skeleton

60,000+ miles of riding on New England roads and...

60,000+ miles of riding on New England roads and I've never checked spoke tension, but I do suppose that it's been checked the few times when my wheels have been trued.
My last set of wheels...
01-31-22, 07:05 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,190
Posted By Dancing Skeleton

I never noticed that elevation data doesn't show...

I never noticed that elevation data doesn't show up in GC or on my 530.
I could just add it in via editing.
I don't use Training Peaks.
01-30-22, 09:36 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,190
Posted By Dancing Skeleton

I've been using Apple TV for two seasons, after...

I've been using Apple TV for two seasons, after using a PC laptop.
ATV is much better. It's easier, quicker to start & quicker to update.
The remote is not good and can be frustrating to use,...
12-31-21, 04:46 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,989
Posted By Dancing Skeleton

I built this, it's got a half-round piece of wood...

I built this, it's got a half-round piece of wood on the bottom, and HD foam pads under the legs.
I can adjust the level of tilt by adjusting the feet on the Kickr's legs.
The tilt is just enough...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-20-21, 04:01 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,095
Posted By Dancing Skeleton

I was pretty frustrated with this too, but...

I was pretty frustrated with this too, but recently there have been some changes.
AXS Red & Force (https://cyclingtips.com/2021/11/sram-introduces-backward-compatibility-for-11-speed-etap-users/)...
12-15-21, 07:00 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 9,022
Posted By Dancing Skeleton

The seat mast cap comes in two different lengths....

The seat mast cap comes in two different lengths.
I'm not a fitter but if you need more than 175mm your frame is probably too small.
Here the link...
11-20-21, 07:21 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,906
Posted By Dancing Skeleton

I'm not a fan at all of either Makuri or Neokyo. ...

I'm not a fan at all of either Makuri or Neokyo.
Makuri has too much dirt for me, and Neokyo is overstimulating, lights, neon, lots of turns etc.
But I'm sure that many will disagree with me,...
10-27-21, 02:37 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 5,193
Posted By Dancing Skeleton

Exactly. My official 20-minute tests were based...

Exactly. My official 20-minute tests were based on what took me to the edge while on Alpe du Zwift & the Innsbruck KOM climbs, as well as structured over/under workouts on Zwift.
I had an idea of...
10-27-21, 06:25 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 5,193
Posted By Dancing Skeleton

You're off to a good start, but if you didn't...

You're off to a good start, but if you didn't complete the 20-minute test at 294w you don't have an FTP of 3.6 w/kg.

If you did, it would be .95 x 294w = 273w or 3.42 w/kg.

20 minutes is the...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-12-21, 06:08 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,768
Posted By Dancing Skeleton

Those aren't the original stock wheels, they...

Those aren't the original stock wheels, they appear to be Bontrager XXX carbon clinchers, a considerable upgrade from stock.
I don't believe that those are eleven-speed compatible, so tho may be a...
10-11-21, 05:47 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 7,829
Posted By Dancing Skeleton

I think that I benefit from doing a lot of hill...

I think that I benefit from doing a lot of hill climbing and shifting frequently, having eTap definitely makes/allows me to shift more, since it's so easy.
I don't spend too much time in any one...
10-11-21, 05:40 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 7,829
Posted By Dancing Skeleton

If this is the case then the chain is well past...

If this is the case then the chain is well past the point of needing to be replaced.
Wipe it down & re-lube every 100-200 miles.
Ideally I wipe it down & re-lube, let it sit overnight then wipe it...
10-10-21, 10:18 AM
Replies: 122
Views: 7,829
Posted By Dancing Skeleton

I'm always surprised when I read that people get...

I'm always surprised when I read that people get two or three chains per cassette.
I keep my chain pretty clean and check it regularly for wear.
I get ~2,500 miles on a chain and change it at most...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-09-21, 08:13 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 10,747
Posted By Dancing Skeleton

Wheels MFG on my 2021 Domane SLR (I bought the...

Wheels MFG on my 2021 Domane SLR (I bought the frame & built it up).
The only minor issue is that there isn't a lot to bite on when installing the BB.
Otherwise it's fine.
09-15-21, 04:24 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 379
Posted By Dancing Skeleton

I believe that a 2014 will be OK. Look at the...

I believe that a 2014 will be OK.
Look at the fork, does it start narrow at the top & taper outward gradually?
That's how my 2011 Madone's fork was, and the inside of the fork rubbed on the climb....
09-11-21, 03:17 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,238
Posted By Dancing Skeleton

Yes, the Domane has gotten heavier with each new...

Yes, the Domane has gotten heavier with each new generation. I had a 2014 ProjectOne Six Series (rim brake), which weighed 15 lbs with pedals & cages.
It was a perfect combination of endurance-race...
09-11-21, 01:26 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,238
Posted By Dancing Skeleton

Thanks for the reply. I can see how a race bike...

Thanks for the reply. I can see how a race bike or super light machine would avoid this feature. I always thought that the compartment was an add on BECAUSE the downtube was really big ....not that...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-11-21, 01:20 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 7,989
Posted By Dancing Skeleton

Specialized should have delivered on the existing...

Specialized should have delivered on the existing orders, and not taken new ones.
This shows no respect for its customers.
They have a history of aggressive business tactics,
remember their attack...
09-11-21, 05:23 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,238
Posted By Dancing Skeleton

I've got a 2021 Domane SLR with the integrated...

I've got a 2021 Domane SLR with the integrated storage, and it's an excellent feature. It keeps a flat kit & mini-tool out of sight, and there's room for more if needed.
I haven't heard a rattle,...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-18-21, 06:25 PM
Replies: 249
Views: 15,932
Posted By Dancing Skeleton

I've got Bontrager Speed Stop direct mount brakes...

I've got Bontrager Speed Stop direct mount brakes on my 2019 Emonda SLR with XXX2 carbon wheels.
I've got Sram Red22 HRD disc brakes on my 2021 Domane SLR.
There is very little difference in...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-16-21, 05:15 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 4,553
Posted By Dancing Skeleton

Favero's are excellent, and very easy to transfer...

Favero's are excellent, and very easy to transfer between bikes.
The new Garmin's look excellent as well,
06-28-21, 07:02 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 7,127
Posted By Dancing Skeleton

If it's slower it's not your better bike.

If it's slower it's not your better bike.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-25-21, 06:55 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 11,253
Posted By Dancing Skeleton

I'm a dedicated Rock-n-Roll user, switching...

I'm a dedicated Rock-n-Roll user, switching between Gold & Holy Cow.
Holy Cow seems a little quieter, and maybe picks up a little less dirt.
I wipe down the chain with a rag, sometimes with a...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-22-21, 06:40 PM
Replies: 229
Views: 15,232
Posted By Dancing Skeleton

No, the stuff made a mess, sealant got...

No, the stuff made a mess, sealant got everywhere. Aside form that, I like a clean (road) bike, I've got a little ADD about it. I'm OK with my mixed-terrain bike being dirty, but not my road bike.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-22-21, 06:29 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 34,728
Posted By Dancing Skeleton

OP, have you tried a new Domane SLR? That bike...

OP, have you tried a new Domane SLR?
That bike is fairly aero, and very comfortable, I just got one and have ~150 miles on it.
I've also got a 2109 Emonda SLR (rim brake).
The Domane is a bit...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-22-21, 06:12 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 34,728
Posted By Dancing Skeleton

For 2021, both the Emonda & Mdone are H1.5...

For 2021, both the Emonda & Mdone are H1.5 fit.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-19-21, 06:08 PM
Replies: 229
Views: 15,232
Posted By Dancing Skeleton

I would not have had a flat with a tube with any...

I would not have had a flat with a tube with any of these punctures. At the time, I was using the older version of Bontrager R3's, and averaged one puncture flat every ~1.500 miles.
I hardly went...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-16-21, 10:12 AM
Replies: 229
Views: 15,232
Posted By Dancing Skeleton

I gotta agree. I tried Schwalbe Pro One's, and...

I gotta agree.
I tried Schwalbe Pro One's, and although I really liked the smoothness of the ride, I grew tired of cleaning sealant off my frame after most rides.
The tires got small holes on...
05-31-21, 05:30 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,095
Posted By Dancing Skeleton

Sram eTap 11-speed doesn't have an app. The AXS...

Sram eTap 11-speed doesn't have an app.
The AXS app is for the 12-speed AXS groups only.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-07-21, 06:54 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,647
Posted By Dancing Skeleton

In 60,000+ miles of road cycling on crappy...

In 60,000+ miles of road cycling on crappy Massachusetts roads I've had one patch fail, and that was a few weeks ago. The mistake that I made was using on the front wheel. No harm, it went down...
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