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Forum: Road Cycling
02-08-17, 11:12 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 7,058
Posted By Fly2High

PM me if you would like a CycleOps Fluid2. I...

PM me if you would like a CycleOps Fluid2. I used it one season. Still have the original box
Forum: Training & Nutrition
12-09-16, 12:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,287
Posted By Fly2High

Not sure if anyone is interested, Nashbar is...

Not sure if anyone is interested, Nashbar is running a 30% off sale. This comes down to $434.98 including shipping.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-08-16, 08:19 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,273
Posted By Fly2High

Showers Pass Elite Pro WILL fold down into its...

Showers Pass Elite Pro WILL fold down into its own pocket and is packable. very light, good venting, fabric is breathable and waterproof.
...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
12-05-16, 01:04 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,287
Posted By Fly2High

First Impressions

It arrived!!!!

Attached are photos of the box, Initial look inside. The frame looks to be the same frame (as expected) to the Fluid2 and many other base model trainers CycleOps makes. Simple and...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
12-02-16, 09:42 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,287
Posted By Fly2High

Just got confirmation that it is on its way....

Just got confirmation that it is on its way....
Forum: Road Cycling
11-09-16, 09:14 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,406
Posted By Fly2High

I just did the LizardSkin DSP 3.2 THREE TIMES...

I just did the LizardSkin DSP 3.2 THREE TIMES WITH THE SAME TAPE!!! I goofed several times. Unwrapped it and re did it several times. No issue and came out great.

My only request so that you...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-09-16, 07:27 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,225
Posted By Fly2High

Shouldn't this be moved to the mechanics thread? ...

Shouldn't this be moved to the mechanics thread?
Bicycle Mechanics - Bike Forums (http://www.bikeforums.net/bicycle-mechanics/)
Forum: Road Cycling
11-07-16, 07:22 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,917
Posted By Fly2High

I have over 4,000 miles on a pair and no issues. ...

I have over 4,000 miles on a pair and no issues. Got them early last year and have nothing but success with them. Sorry to hear those of you who have had issues. For those with issues, when did...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
11-01-16, 10:54 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,287
Posted By Fly2High

I might be one of the first then. Nashbar...

I might be one of the first then. Nashbar allowed me to order one with the 24% off they just had and deliver when they come in. Since I already have a Fluid2, I was going to order a Magnus power...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
11-01-16, 08:23 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,287
Posted By Fly2High

How's the CycleOps Magnus?

Anyone have a CycleOps Magnus?

How is it? I have read the reviews and it sounds good. I am looking for reporting from actual owners.

I was wondering if the resistance is sufficient? Please...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-30-16, 02:46 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 8,479
Posted By Fly2High

If I recall, SP jackets run a little big but I...

If I recall, SP jackets run a little big but I did find them true to their sizing charts. I am 6'1", 41"chest, 36" waist and 200lbs and I think I got a Large for the Elite 2.1 and a XL for the Pro...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-30-16, 12:43 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 8,479
Posted By Fly2High

I have both the Showers Pass Elite 2.1 and The...

I have both the Showers Pass Elite 2.1 and The Pro 2.1. The elite has more venting and is a little looser. If you go for the Pro(I love the Goldenrod color), do not go up in size as tempted as you...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-29-16, 06:42 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 24,542
Posted By Fly2High

Well, I decided to go ahead and unwrap. Fixed...

Well, I decided to go ahead and unwrap. Fixed the brake issue and thought all was good but they did not match. Instead, it looked like I wrapped from one side to the other instead of them being...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-28-16, 10:47 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 8,479
Posted By Fly2High

I have a pair of Showers Pass jackets that for me...

I have a pair of Showers Pass jackets that for me do well. They have venting all over the place and come in different formats. Now I still get wet but that is mostly due to sweating as I have never...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-26-16, 03:00 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 24,542
Posted By Fly2High

Can you reuse handlebar tape?

I recently did my handlebars with LizardSkin DSP 3.2 and as luck would have it, I have an issue with my brake cables such that I will need to unwrap them. Has anyone put it back on without issue? ...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-26-16, 08:10 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 486
Posted By Fly2High

Nice and tight. The flex I am seeing is...

Nice and tight.

The flex I am seeing is coming from a joint lower down the line and not from the attachment point.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-26-16, 07:11 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 486
Posted By Fly2High

Hard to say. I think it looks straight or...

Hard to say. I think it looks straight or rather, jockey wheels are inline but no discernible bend to it between the wheels or the entire assembly.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-26-16, 06:44 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 486
Posted By Fly2High

Rear derailleur can move to and from wheel. Replace?

BF,
When I first got my 2014 Spec. Secteur Sport with Sora 3500 GS (Mid cage) bike in January 2015, I went no farther than 10 feet and the chain fell off and badly jammed into the front derailleur....
Forum: Road Cycling
09-22-16, 01:48 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,248
Posted By Fly2High

I do not think they are ripoffs. I believe they...

I do not think they are ripoffs. I believe they are what is called open mold. No one owns the mold design and anyone can use it like open source code. Just because your favorite bike company...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-17-16, 07:35 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 6,644
Posted By Fly2High

I have the high pressure and would recommend...

I have the high pressure and would recommend going that way. The micro floor pump has a gauge on some models. Not great but work very well in a pinch. For at home, I love the Topeak digital tire...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-16-16, 06:39 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,428
Posted By Fly2High

This past weekend, I rode the New Jersey Gran...

This past weekend, I rode the New Jersey Gran Fondo with an 11-34 in my 2014 Shimano Sora 3500 9 Sp. I did have some tuning issues where it seemed to prefer to be tuned for the small or the large...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-15-16, 10:06 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,901
Posted By Fly2High

Easy solution: raise the price of the bike...

Easy solution: raise the price of the bike amortizing the price of a few used as demos.Otherwise, charge a depreciation fee to offset the loses for each test ride.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-13-16, 02:43 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 6,644
Posted By Fly2High

I put some locktite on the threads and I have...

I put some locktite on the threads and I have never had an issue. They do make an adapter to press it on if I recall:
Lezyne - Engineered Design - Products - Digital Pumps - Accessories - Speed...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-13-16, 02:41 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 6,644
Posted By Fly2High

I have the Lezyne Micro Floor Drive pump and that...

I have the Lezyne Micro Floor Drive pump and that has inflated many club member's flat tires. Everyone was impressed that it can attain 160 psi and do it rather quickly.
Being all metal, it...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-01-16, 11:37 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 13,482
Posted By Fly2High

I did but for me, the Secteur was a perfect fit. ...

I did but for me, the Secteur was a perfect fit. At the time, I was just starting out and was less flexible than I am now. I currently have the stem flipped and at least one spacer moved above. It...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-01-16, 09:42 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 13,482
Posted By Fly2High

I have a 2014 Secteur Sport with Sora (9 Sp)...

I have a 2014 Secteur Sport with Sora (9 Sp) shifters and they are great. I thought those shifters (Shimano Sora 3500) were released in 2014 or 2013. I put over 4K miles on it and have no issues. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-03-16, 08:04 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,141
Posted By Fly2High

Thanks Robert and RM-RF. I think I better...

Thanks Robert and RM-RF. I think I better understand now. Much appreciated.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-03-16, 06:37 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,141
Posted By Fly2High

So if I would like to look into racier bike, will...

So if I would like to look into racier bike, will I just have to go on trial and error or pray the salesman isn't trying to SWAT (Sell What's Available Today)?
Is there anything useful from the...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-02-16, 05:07 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,054
Posted By Fly2High

I too am sorry to say that Assos did not work for...

I too am sorry to say that Assos did not work for me. I tried their latest shorts and tights and although they are constructed great and liked the ' man lounge' the chamois did not sit in the right...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-02-16, 01:14 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,141
Posted By Fly2High

Actually, on this fit, we raised my seat and...

Actually, on this fit, we raised my seat and flipped (pointed downward - OK, less upward since the head tube is not vertical) and lowered the stem to get a better riding position. I actually...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-02-16, 01:06 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,141
Posted By Fly2High

Love the advice. seriously. When I read...

Love the advice. seriously.

When I read all these threads on bike selection I have come to what can only be the wrong conclusion in that for each person there is only one reach and stack. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-02-16, 11:09 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,141
Posted By Fly2High

But according to the Retul, this is the stack and...

But according to the Retul, this is the stack and reach without spacers.

So if I understand, you are saying that if the bike is too short, add spacers to jack up the effective height and add a...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-02-16, 09:45 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,141
Posted By Fly2High

How to use Stack and Reach in selecting a bike

Recently I had a Retul bike fitting and in it they defined the stack and reach for the bike I had tuned. For me it returned the following parameters:
Frame Stack: 623 mm
Frame Reach: 390 mm
...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-29-16, 11:20 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,475
Posted By Fly2High

I have a set of the Vuelta Corsa SLR (Nashbar)...

I have a set of the Vuelta Corsa SLR (Nashbar) and love them. I dropped a 1.5 lbs when I changed to these wheels and put Conti 4000s II on them from the stock. I notice the difference. These seem...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-28-16, 03:01 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,607
Posted By Fly2High

This is what Sram says on their powerlocks: ...

This is what Sram says on their powerlocks:
https://www.sram.com/sram/mountain/technologies/powerlock
Since when do they have 12 speed drivetrains!!!


On the KMC website, some are listed as...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-27-16, 12:26 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 5,829
Posted By Fly2High

I have a Topeak mini 20 Pro multitool. Has come...

I have a Topeak mini 20 Pro multitool. Has come in handy.

To me, a lousy multitool is cheap. the damn bike manufacturers know every bolt and nut they put on their bike and the least number of...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-22-16, 03:07 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,061
Posted By Fly2High

That is what I would expect which is why I ask...

That is what I would expect which is why I ask for references :)!!

I looked at the local shops and most, if not all seem to offer the service. One shop had online booking of a fitting. Is it...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-22-16, 02:33 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,061
Posted By Fly2High

Bike Fitting Services?

BF gang,
Thinking of finally getting a bike fitting but I am not sure which one to get?
What constitutes a good fitting service?
What is done?
How long should it take? How long did it take for...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-22-16, 09:38 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 8,581
Posted By Fly2High

When do you replace your cycling shoes?

BF gang,
New to cycling and was wondering two things:

1. How long does a pair of cycling shoes last?
2. What defines when a pair should be replaced?

Thanks
Frank
Forum: Training & Nutrition
07-19-16, 11:47 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,652
Posted By Fly2High

When it comes to electrolytes, will an additive...

When it comes to electrolytes, will an additive like Scratch Labs mix be sufficient to fulfill that requirement or will I need in addition to that something like the Hammer Endurolyte tablets/caplets?
Forum: Road Cycling
07-01-16, 10:04 AM
Replies: 191
Views: 29,595
Posted By Fly2High

Are any Workswell road frames disk brake...

Are any Workswell road frames disk brake compatible? If not Workswell, any of the other recommended Chinese frame manufacturers (Deng FU, etc)? Not sure whether I want to build one with disk or...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-23-16, 11:45 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,344
Posted By Fly2High

Exactly. It doesn't matter what the real...

Exactly.

It doesn't matter what the real pressure is as long as the pump is precise. If it is precise, readings are reasonably repeatable and you will start to associate preference to a PSI...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-23-16, 11:28 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 10,391
Posted By Fly2High

My recovery has been good. Day 1 after injury...

My recovery has been good.
Day 1 after injury could not move it. called out sick
Day 3 saw doctor. Earliest appointment available. Got neoprene support and heel cups. Helped a lot.
By Day 7,...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-23-16, 06:42 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,344
Posted By Fly2High

My Lezyne micro floor pump HPG can get up to 160...

My Lezyne micro floor pump HPG can get up to 160 psi. On several occasions I have pumped up a flat for a club member to 110-120 with not much effort.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-23-16, 06:39 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 10,391
Posted By Fly2High

No surgery was needed. gastrocnemius partial...

No surgery was needed. gastrocnemius partial tear is what the doc said it was. another 13.8 miles today and I notice what input the calf muscles do in stabilizing me or at least that is my best...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-23-16, 03:10 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 10,391
Posted By Fly2High

How did I injure it is a funny story. Had...

How did I injure it is a funny story.

Had not done much inApril due to holidays and family matter. That week got back into playing tennis with a gang from work. Then I went on a ride over the...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-22-16, 07:47 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 10,391
Posted By Fly2High

I am asking for experiences others have had, not...

I am asking for experiences others have had, not really medical advice. I would like to compare my experiences with theirs to help judge my situation.

After your injury, how long did it take...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-22-16, 12:15 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,344
Posted By Fly2High

My lezyne emergency pump HAS a gauge as well :)

My lezyne emergency pump HAS a gauge as well :)
Forum: Road Cycling
06-22-16, 12:08 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 10,391
Posted By Fly2High

I saw the doctor at 4 weeks and his comment was...

I saw the doctor at 4 weeks and his comment was that no physical therapy was needed and only to come back should something feel worse. OK, maybe I should have gone to a different doctor based on...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-22-16, 11:36 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 10,391
Posted By Fly2High

Riding after Calf muscle tear

Hi BF gang,
The end of April, I partially tore my calf muscle. Doc said to keep off of it for 6-8 weeks. After 1 week, doc said to start stretching 5 times a day which I did.

First ride back...
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