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Forum: Fitting Your Bike
12-03-23, 10:54 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,270
Posted By Parkyy16

I haven't done too many longer rides in a little...

I haven't done too many longer rides in a little while. I think the last 3hr+ was done on my Ritchey, I've done a handful on the B-Road. The Ritchey has been more comfortable for me. But I also do...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
12-03-23, 05:44 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,270
Posted By Parkyy16

Ritchey worked out great. In fact, I prefer the...

Ritchey worked out great. In fact, I prefer the Ritchey by a pretty good margin over the Breadwinner - the ride is smoother on the Ritchey even with 25c at 80psi vs 48c at 40psi tires on the B-Road....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-23-22, 10:08 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 289
Posted By Parkyy16

If you're wanting more rise from the bars, you...

If you're wanting more rise from the bars, you could go to the Brompton M bars. If you want less rise, you can go to the Brompton S bars. If you want middle of the road, you can get the Joseph...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-22-22, 09:54 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,212
Posted By Parkyy16

I'm gonna be the odd one out; I haven't noticed...

I'm gonna be the odd one out; I haven't noticed significant comfort difference between aluminum and carbon seatposts on the same bike back to back with the only change being the seatpost. Granted, I...
Forum: Commuting
04-22-22, 09:33 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,679
Posted By Parkyy16

9-10 mile round trip for me on my single speed...

9-10 mile round trip for me on my single speed 90s mtb. I used to commute in all weather conditions here in Texas, but I busted up my fenders last year in an accident. I don't see the point of...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-11-22, 01:42 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,659
Posted By Parkyy16

Went ahead and ordered an off brand Ace Of Fix...

Went ahead and ordered an off brand Ace Of Fix rack & easy wheels on Aliexpress. Now we wait for a month to see if it shows up.
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-10-22, 08:45 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,659
Posted By Parkyy16

Looks like that rack is $60, not $20, but still...

Looks like that rack is $60, not $20, but still within my price range. Is there a go-to reputable website/shop to pickup a genuine H&H rack from the US? fantastic4toys.com seems like they sell the...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-07-22, 12:58 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,659
Posted By Parkyy16

Cheaper Brompton Rear Rack Options?

I've noticed that the fender mini-wheel on my wife's M6L doesn't exactly roll very well when it's folded.

So, I've been looking for a cheaper rear rack. While it'd be nice to go with the...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-16-22, 09:26 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,397
Posted By Parkyy16

You don't have to go to other countries to see...

You don't have to go to other countries to see stupid stuff. Rodeos are still very much a thing in the US.

When my co-workers tell me that they went to the rodeo with their family over the...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-08-22, 09:29 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,979
Posted By Parkyy16

Ooh that fuzzy saddle is glorious. Thanks for...

Ooh that fuzzy saddle is glorious. Thanks for the quick review.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-08-22, 08:42 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,979
Posted By Parkyy16

Completely off topic, but how do you like your...

Completely off topic, but how do you like your Mercier Nano? I have the VO Neutrino and it's a blast. Debated buying the Nano multiple times over the years.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-08-22, 08:28 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,979
Posted By Parkyy16

No problem! Thought someone in the future might...

No problem! Thought someone in the future might find this info useful. Probably not a sought after product since it's in the lower end of the gravel tire market, but fits my needs at this...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-07-22, 07:16 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,979
Posted By Parkyy16

I'm still newer to wider tires and I've just been...

I'm still newer to wider tires and I've just been experimenting slowly with lowering pressures with tubes. I had the 38mm Teravail Ramparts around 60psi and thought that was pretty good. Might have...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-07-22, 06:25 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,979
Posted By Parkyy16

Got the tires in the mail last Friday, was able...

Got the tires in the mail last Friday, was able to go out on a short 20 mile ride.
Mounting:
Taking off the previous Teravail Washburns took longer than putting the new Continental SpeedRides. ...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-04-22, 02:06 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,979
Posted By Parkyy16

I actually found the Specialized Sawtooth tires...

I actually found the Specialized Sawtooth tires because I was hoping that the Pathfinders would be on sale on Specialized's website. These Continental SpeedRides will be temporary(although, I guess...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-04-22, 12:41 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,979
Posted By Parkyy16

They were delivered today, so I'll try to mount...

They were delivered today, so I'll try to mount them up later today and go for a ride this weekend. Fingers crossed on ease of mounting!
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-04-22, 12:39 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,979
Posted By Parkyy16

I did mean the regular SS model. According to...

I did mean the regular SS model. According to Bicycle Rolling Resistance (https://www.bicyclerollingresistance.com/cx-gravel-reviews/panaracer-gravel-king-ss) the regular Gravelking SS were pretty...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-02-22, 11:18 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,533
Posted By Parkyy16

Don't have the bike personally, but I did test...

Don't have the bike personally, but I did test ride sometime last year. I'm 5'9", but due to stock issues, I test rode the 56cm instead of the 54cm that I should be on. On flat pedals, I had a very...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-01-22, 10:26 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,979
Posted By Parkyy16

Yeah, this transition period between clinchers to...

Yeah, this transition period between clinchers to tubeless is a bit frustrating. Trying to find good quality tires that are clincher only for gravel is going to be difficult going forward. I guess...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-31-22, 08:56 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,120
Posted By Parkyy16

Hunt wheels are direct to consumer, so your local...

Hunt wheels are direct to consumer, so your local bike shop won't have them in stock, and likely won't allow you to order through them. Although a good shop would be willing to point you towards the...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-30-22, 12:27 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,979
Posted By Parkyy16

Thank you for reminding me about ProBikeKit,...

Thank you for reminding me about ProBikeKit, haven't been on that site in a while. I've got 30mm on my Ritchey Road Logic, so I think getting 32mm would be too much of an overlap. The Washburns...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-30-22, 11:14 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,979
Posted By Parkyy16

Tire Recommendations 700x40-42mm

I had a set of Teravail Ramparts(slick) in 700x38mm that had some manufacturing defects. I was able to get a set of Teravail Washburns...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-30-22, 10:51 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,120
Posted By Parkyy16

The only thing I could find online for the Axis...

The only thing I could find online for the Axis 3.0 was that it was around 2000g. Looks like the Diverge DSW was an alloy model back in 2017 with MSRP of below $1,500. Any disc equipped...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-28-22, 08:37 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,785
Posted By Parkyy16

I think the Surly CrossCheck(which famously uses...

I think the Surly CrossCheck(which famously uses OS 9-6-9 tubing) is also around the 2200g or 2300g mark.

I assume these Devil frames use heavy seat stays and chain stays. You can see on their...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-27-22, 09:06 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,785
Posted By Parkyy16

The weight on these bikes seem on-par with...

The weight on these bikes seem on-par with Surly's 4130 double butted chromoly frames. 2300grams for a medium(55cm) ish frames, 1075grams for the forks for the Devil model. The frame seems a bit...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-27-22, 04:07 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,384
Posted By Parkyy16

The system is absolutely removable from what I...

The system is absolutely removable from what I can tell. The mechanics at bike shops have to put the system on, so you can take them off yourself as well. You'd just have a gaping hole at the part...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-27-22, 09:42 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,384
Posted By Parkyy16

But they did do this. They made the battery...

But they did do this. They made the battery easily removable, which is why it's sitting on the down tube. They made the lights "built in" with internal cable routing, etc. You can't take the...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-25-22, 09:38 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,384
Posted By Parkyy16

I like the idea, but I think it's the wrong bike...

I like the idea, but I think it's the wrong bike to implement the first version of it on. If they made it an option/standard for one of their commuter/urban bikes, this would be a perfect fit. Once...
Forum: Commuting
01-24-22, 09:13 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,088
Posted By Parkyy16

We get a lot of summer storms in central Texas...

We get a lot of summer storms in central Texas around June. I was on my way home in an absolute downpour and storm and about a mile away from home, the lightning hit a block down the road.

Had...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-20-22, 08:47 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,643
Posted By Parkyy16

I have almost identical measurements as you,...

I have almost identical measurements as you, asides from the shoulders. 175cm height, 82cm inseam 44cm shoulder blade to shoulder blade. I've ridden with some very short stems, down to 50mm on a road...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-20-22, 01:49 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 9,896
Posted By Parkyy16

I have 2 carbon wheelsets: Astral Wanderlust...

I have 2 carbon wheelsets: Astral Wanderlust Carbon w/ DT-350 and Farsports 45mm w/ DT-350. I also have a few alloy wheelsets, including a set of rim brake alloy wheels around 1600g for the set.
...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-20-22, 01:07 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,379
Posted By Parkyy16

I wonder if the geo's going to lean towards the...

I wonder if the geo's going to lean towards the long ETT + Short Stem trend or keep with the MCD & Road+'s shorter TT + normal sized stem.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-24-21, 11:01 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,308
Posted By Parkyy16

I absolutely agree; I'm bored, curious, and I...

I absolutely agree; I'm bored, curious, and I have nothing else better to do. I know it doesn't really matter if titanium feels better than steel or carbon. I'm still going to ride bikes.

But...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-24-21, 08:58 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,308
Posted By Parkyy16

Please do talk about the ride qualities of the...

Please do talk about the ride qualities of the Veritas!
- Do you have any experience with other compact frames of different materials? If so, how does the frame material compare?
- Were they of...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-24-21, 08:11 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,308
Posted By Parkyy16

Wittson Illuminati seems like a disc road race...

Wittson Illuminati seems like a disc road race bike with 73°ish headtube angle and clearance for 700x28mm. It doesn't list front center, fork length, nor rake, so I can't figure out the front...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-24-21, 06:12 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,308
Posted By Parkyy16

Another Ti Question Thread

TL;DR: Any feedback for titanium ride when compared to their steel/aluminum/carbon equivalent?

Over the years, I've tried aluminum, carbon, and steel, but haven't had the chance to ride Ti before....
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-22-21, 09:33 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,718
Posted By Parkyy16

This is great info and along the lines of what...

This is great info and along the lines of what I've heard about the ownership. I bought a set of wheels from them back in 2014ish when Richard still owned Wabi and they're pretty decent for the...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-22-21, 08:32 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,718
Posted By Parkyy16

I've been fairly consistent with tires, tire...

I've been fairly consistent with tires, tire pressure, saddle, and seatpost. The Kilo WT had various different tires over the years, but always 32mm or 35mm at 60-70psi, depending on the conditions....
Forum: Framebuilders
06-21-21, 01:17 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,906
Posted By Parkyy16

Oh, I didn't realize you were referring to their...

Oh, I didn't realize you were referring to their website UI. I thought you were talking about a design aspect of the fork, had me scratching my head there. I'm actually a software dev and project...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-21-21, 11:51 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,718
Posted By Parkyy16

Good point on the spare wheelset. My reasoning...

Good point on the spare wheelset. My reasoning there made no sense, hahaha

I'm wanting to get a bike to air travel with, whether it's geared or fixed/ss, hence my completely scattered thought...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-21-21, 11:01 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,718
Posted By Parkyy16

They do! Chumba Cycles here in Austin, TX...

They do! Chumba Cycles here in Austin, TX (https://www.chumbausa.com/terlingua-700c-650bplus-steel) have sliding dropouts in the rear so you can run fixed with a spare rear wheel. If you want to run...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-21-21, 10:55 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,718
Posted By Parkyy16

Unfortunately, I've got a spare set of fixed gear...

Unfortunately, I've got a spare set of fixed gear wheelset that won't fit the older frames without cold setting them. I do agree that geo matters a lot on the ride quality though. I got into the...
Forum: Framebuilders
06-21-21, 09:29 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,906
Posted By Parkyy16

What are popovers? A quick google search didn't...

What are popovers? A quick google search didn't do me any good. It did make me hungry though...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-21-21, 08:38 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,718
Posted By Parkyy16

Fixed Gear Ride Quality?

So I've ridden a handful of fixed gears over the years. Either trying friends' bikes, demos, or owning.

I've tried:
- Kilo WT(owned)
- KHS FLITE 100(demo)
- S-Works Langster(owned)
- SE...
Forum: Framebuilders
06-21-21, 08:05 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,906
Posted By Parkyy16

Looks like the Enve clears 25mm. You could also...

Looks like the Enve clears 25mm. You could also consider a Whisky (https://whiskyparts.co/forks/no7-rd-straight#/)(30mm) or a Ritchey fork WCS...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-21-21, 07:27 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,062
Posted By Parkyy16

Brilliant. The trick is to always have a...

Brilliant. The trick is to always have a mechanically perfect, but visually repulsive bike. I also keep around a beater. It's a Specialized HardRock Ultra from 1994, all original components except...
Forum: Touring
06-19-21, 01:30 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,416
Posted By Parkyy16

The logistics of flying with the big bike bag was...

The logistics of flying with the big bike bag was my qualm as well. I often get sedans as rental or Uber from the airport to the hotel if I'm staying at the same hotel as the conference, which...
Forum: Touring
06-18-21, 07:24 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,416
Posted By Parkyy16

I checked, and they're still in place.

I checked, and they're still in place.
Forum: Touring
06-18-21, 07:11 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,416
Posted By Parkyy16

Yeah, I was being silly, I did not realize that...

Yeah, I was being silly, I did not realize that the major airlines stopped charging bike fees. I should have done more research. My apologies. I'll probably get one of the smaller soft bike cases...
Forum: Touring
06-18-21, 06:58 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,416
Posted By Parkyy16

I did not realize that they dropped the oversize...

I did not realize that they dropped the oversize fees for bikes! I mainly fly American or Delta for the conferences, although I do fly the occasional budget airline if it means I can avoid long...
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