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Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
04-18-14, 08:40 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,311
Posted By Lmuir

This is a great write-up! I am also a larger...

This is a great write-up! I am also a larger rider (about 2 sandwiches and a six pack away from being a Clydesdale) And I also race Crits, RRs, etc. I will be looking for an areo wheelset in the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-03-14, 12:23 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,925
Posted By Lmuir

I had my mechanic/wheelbuilder check and adjust...

I had my mechanic/wheelbuilder check and adjust the spoke tension of both wheels. I forget what he said the number was, but he was happy with both.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-03-14, 11:32 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,925
Posted By Lmuir

I have tried with another wheel, and the wheel in...

I have tried with another wheel, and the wheel in question seems to be a bit "flexier" side to side, but not extremely so... Kind of hard to describe in writing... I guess the wheel in question is...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-03-14, 11:29 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,925
Posted By Lmuir

With the wheel installed and secured I can push...

With the wheel installed and secured I can push the wheel all the way to the brake pad on either side with moderate (pushing on it pretty hard but not beating on it) effort (with the rear brake all...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-03-14, 11:24 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,925
Posted By Lmuir

Yeah, unfortunately I bought the wheel used...

Yeah, unfortunately I bought the wheel used (before having it rebuilt, trued, etc) and I don't know what the spokes are. They are round (not aero) and they look pretty thick, but I don't know...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-03-14, 11:11 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,925
Posted By Lmuir

Thanks for your input. There is no hub play. I...

Thanks for your input. There is no hub play. I just had the hub rebuilt by a trusted mechanic with new bearings. It doesn't feel like there is really any play in the hub at all.

I have checked...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-03-14, 10:53 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,925
Posted By Lmuir

rear wheel flex under sprint/climbing. wheel rebuilt and have tried all the obvious

The rear wheel is a DT Swiss RR465 32 spokes laced to a powertap pro+ (I think, its a few years old, wireless).


The hub has been rebuilt with new bearings, and the wheel has been trued and...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
03-31-14, 08:44 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,251
Posted By Lmuir

My resting heart rate is always a bit high on...

My resting heart rate is always a bit high on race day due to anticipation/excitement. dials in/normalizes about 2 min into the race though.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-14-14, 12:55 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,766
Posted By Lmuir

My CX bike is SRAM shifters and FD, with Shimano...

My CX bike is SRAM shifters and FD, with Shimano crank and rings. Never lost a chain, even off road.

My new race bike that I just built is SRAM shifters, with an ultegra FD, and 105...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
03-05-14, 03:42 PM
Replies: 8,473
Views: 774,103
Posted By Lmuir

Has anyone given you any input on this yet? I...

Has anyone given you any input on this yet? I just bought a used PT for a really good price, but it has the same issue. I'm really hoping that the hub is just in need of adjustment and not...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
03-05-14, 03:33 PM
Replies: 2,350
Views: 113,789
Posted By Lmuir

starting weight: 220. last years race weight:...

starting weight: 220. last years race weight: 210 Current weight: 198 Goal weight: 190

I'm not that fat really... I'm 6'1" and just...big. I'm pretty lean at 195. So yeah, I prefer races with...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
01-31-14, 02:26 PM
Replies: 5,146
Views: 3,436,540
Posted By Lmuir

I like those williams!

I like those williams!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-08-14, 08:26 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,876
Posted By Lmuir

I see. There are USA cycling officials. I don't...

I see. There are USA cycling officials. I don't know about timers. As a training race, I don't think it counts towards points. I'm sure I will spend a good chunk of $$ on gas, race fees etc. once...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-08-14, 08:24 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,876
Posted By Lmuir

A quick spin around the internet shows new CAAD...

A quick spin around the internet shows new CAAD 10 ultegras going for around 2k. Even if you got it for a full 50% off, that would still be more than I end up paying once I sell the takeoffs from my...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-07-14, 10:52 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,876
Posted By Lmuir

"Held Under USA Cycling Event Permit. All fees...

"Held Under USA Cycling Event Permit. All fees include $3 insurance charge"

so I think that means that it is sanctioned...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-07-14, 10:51 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,876
Posted By Lmuir

Its a training crit. Wells ave. put on by...

Its a training crit. Wells ave. put on by Boston Road Club.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-06-14, 11:28 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,876
Posted By Lmuir

and there is no pit. I might leave some spare...

and there is no pit. I might leave some spare wheels with my GF though if she gets up early enough to watch...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-06-14, 11:27 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,876
Posted By Lmuir

Yeah, it's going to be sweet. My favorite crit...

Yeah, it's going to be sweet. My favorite crit is only ~12 miles from my house, runs every sunday moring, and reg is only $10. So yeah, I'm going to get a ton of racing per $$
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
01-02-14, 09:22 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,896
Posted By Lmuir

Good points. I'm shooting for Cat 3 this year,...

Good points. I'm shooting for Cat 3 this year, and I might just end up there for that very reason. I want my racing to be fast enough to be competitive, but not live my entire life as a slave to...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
01-02-14, 09:13 AM
Replies: 1,558
Views: 95,552
Posted By Lmuir

Yeah, I guess this will be my best bet. I'll...

Yeah, I guess this will be my best bet. I'll have to learn.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-02-14, 07:38 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,876
Posted By Lmuir

Thanks all for your input. I ended up...

Thanks all for your input.

I ended up picking up a 2006 CAAD8 frame, and I'm building it up with SRAM Red, ultegra, and 105 components. I think it'll be a great compromise for me. Should be...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
12-31-13, 06:34 PM
Replies: 1,558
Views: 95,552
Posted By Lmuir

I love to hydrate this way, and feel much better...

I love to hydrate this way, and feel much better when I do, but I have one problem: If I am "fully hydrated" I can only make it about an hour to an hour and a half before I need to piss really...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
12-31-13, 02:23 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,896
Posted By Lmuir

My main winter motivation is thinking about how...

My main winter motivation is thinking about how many other racers have this attitude.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-01-13, 02:34 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,167
Posted By Lmuir

I bought my 2001 GT ZRX on craigslist for $250. ...

I bought my 2001 GT ZRX on craigslist for $250. Its not pretty, but its a good enough entry-level CX build.
Forum: Northeast
09-10-13, 12:54 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 498
Posted By Lmuir

Need a 105 5600 or ultegra 6600 right shifter - Boston

So I'm converting from 9-speed to 10-speed, and when I took the hood off the 105 right side shifter that I bought, I noticed that the body is cracked pretty bad, and it looks like it might not work...
Forum: Northeast
09-10-13, 12:34 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 90,475
Posted By Lmuir

I NEED a 105 5600 or ultegra 6600 right shifter...

I NEED a 105 5600 or ultegra 6600 right shifter (10 speed) (Boston MA)

I'm in the middle of a 9 -> 10 speed upgrade, and after I took the rubber hood off the right shifter, I discovered that the...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
08-16-13, 07:42 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,747
Posted By Lmuir

This is awesome advice. as a 215lb cyclist I...

This is awesome advice. as a 215lb cyclist I have learned pretty quickly to get to the front before climbs, and then just try to hang on. I can usually move back up in the pack on downhills, and...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
08-16-13, 07:38 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,176
Posted By Lmuir

I raced D in college, and after two years off the...

I raced D in college, and after two years off the bike, I've been back in Cat 5 crits this season, hoping to move up next year. here are some thoughts:

Wheels are life. If you are not strong...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-19-13, 10:51 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,192
Posted By Lmuir

Yeah... I'm going to hold off for now. I'm going...

Yeah... I'm going to hold off for now. I'm going to try to fix my issue with my hubs, get everything tuned up, cleaned up, and ready to race. I'm going to satisfy my urge to buy something new with...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-19-13, 06:36 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,876
Posted By Lmuir

Yeah... I'm going to hold off for now. I'm going...

Yeah... I'm going to hold off for now. I'm going to try to fix my issue with my hubs, get everything tuned up, cleaned up, and ready to race. I'm going to satisfy my urge to buy something new with...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-17-13, 02:41 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,192
Posted By Lmuir

There isn't really anything that doesn't work on...

There isn't really anything that doesn't work on my current bike except the hubs keep coming loose (which doesn't really have anything to do with the bike, its a problem with my stupid easton EA90...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-17-13, 02:36 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,876
Posted By Lmuir

Wow, that looks like a good deal. I would be a...

Wow, that looks like a good deal. I would be a little wary of dropping that much coin without test-riding first though... I currently ride a 59, but I think a 58 might fit me better, but I know...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-17-13, 01:43 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,192
Posted By Lmuir

crit/all around bike for a 200lb+ cat 4/5 "sprinter"

Hi All,

I'm looking for a new race/training bike, primarily for crits and group rides, but it needs to be tolerable for a handful of longer rides as well. I want a stiff bike with Sram force or...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-17-13, 01:41 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,876
Posted By Lmuir

Crit racing/ all around riding bike for a 200+ lb "sprinter"

Hi All,

I'm looking for a new race/training bike, primarily for crits and group rides, but it needs to be tolerable for a handful of longer rides as well. I want a stiff bike with Sram force or...
Forum: Introductions
02-25-13, 12:06 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 274
Posted By Lmuir

Hi I'm Lincoln, former collegiate racer getting back into cycling. Boston MA

Hi BikeForums. I'm on here in part because I'm getting back into cycling. I raced class D (cat4/5) in college, but after I graduated, I was off the bike for a while... but now I'm starting to try...
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