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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-22-22, 01:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 536
Posted By 23109VC

I alwasy thought that switching to carbon would...

I alwasy thought that switching to carbon would be a big noticeable improvement in many ways… smoother, better handling, faster, easier to accelerate, etc…

i thought they would make the bike ride...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-22-22, 01:54 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 690
Posted By 23109VC

My bike came with super skinny 23s… I switched...

My bike came with super skinny 23s… I switched out to 28s and they fit fine. I think that made the ride better… and I can’t really say if it made the bike slower at all.. if anything the only thing...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-14-22, 08:42 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 690
Posted By 23109VC

Here is an example of what I can find that is a...

Here is an example of what I can find that is a “new” version of what I have. This is about $5800. This would be a big outlay of cash vs what I have now..as I coudl spend $1000 and put carbon wheels...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-14-22, 08:33 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 690
Posted By 23109VC

I dont’ know what bike I would upgrade to.. but...

I dont’ know what bike I would upgrade to.. but probably something like I have now.. I like my Foil.. I’d maybe upgrade to a newer Foil.. I’ve seen some that are similar in “grade” to the one I hae...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-14-22, 03:23 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 690
Posted By 23109VC

Can I add E-tap to my 2015 Foil? Or just get a new bike?

I was riding recently and while stopped for a break ran into another local cyclist who had a pretty new very high end Trek bike. It looked nice..and he had the SRAM E-tap shifters. I have a 2015...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-14-22, 03:18 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 536
Posted By 23109VC

Carbon wheels for 2015 Scott Foil

I have a 2015 Scott Foil 30 that is totally stock, aside from routine maintenance.

I have toyed with the idea of upgrading to a new bike..or just upgrading what I have. I don’t “need” a new bike,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-14-22, 03:13 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,985
Posted By 23109VC

Thanks for all the the help - i ended up finding...

Thanks for all the the help - i ended up finding what I think is a great saddle… i tracked down one in the color combo I wanted to match my bike… finding a nice aero seat in black/yellow turned out...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-17-20, 04:03 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,985
Posted By 23109VC

I actually thought about looking for a leftover...

I actually thought about looking for a leftover off eBay but I can’t find any and honestly I think to see if they came on my bike while acceptable is nothing special. It was color matched the frame...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-17-20, 03:59 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,469
Posted By 23109VC

Power Meter Question

I’ve been reading about power meters and it sounds like a great way to train and improve - but I’ve never used one so I’m somewhat ignorant as to how they actually function. I currently don’t have a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-13-20, 11:13 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,985
Posted By 23109VC

Need a new saddle - suggestions??

I ride a 2015 Scott Foil 30. My bike has the original seat which is a Syncros saddle. Two months ago I crashed... a broken rib and collapsed lung resulted! I’m back to my old self and back riding but...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-11-20, 03:42 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 378
Posted By 23109VC

Wow thanks a bunch for that very detailed...

Wow thanks a bunch for that very detailed information I really appreciate it. I currently use Strava and I analyze my improvements mostly by seeing if I can complete a segment faster or just trying...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-10-20, 11:05 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 378
Posted By 23109VC

Power Meter for Foil 30 SRAM rival?

So I was thinking about buying a power meter. No I don’t need one but I’ve read about them and watch the videos on them and I can see the benefit from a training perspective to try and make yourself...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-02-20, 01:44 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 5,699
Posted By 23109VC

Thanks for all the great replies and information....

Thanks for all the great replies and information.

out of curiosity if I picked up an aftermarket set of carbon wheels can I transplant the hubs of my existing wheels or what are we better off to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-22-20, 11:13 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 5,699
Posted By 23109VC

Carbon wheels?? What kind??

I am a recreational rider, I’ve done one century. I ride a couple times a week occasionally three times averaging 20 - 40 mile rides.

are use Strava and track my speeds distances etc. mostly for...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-02-17, 11:40 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 488
Posted By 23109VC

New version of old Specialized BG Carbon shoes?

Hey all!

I am in the market for a pair of bike shoes. when I first got into biking a buddy of mine gave me an old pair of his cycling shoes - I lucked out and they fit me perfectly. They are an...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-20-17, 11:00 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,707
Posted By 23109VC

i tried on a bunch of the shoes today - the scott...

i tried on a bunch of the shoes today - the scott shoes that fit me best were 43, but it was a tad snug. the 44 was jut a tad too big. I saw that the higher end Scott RC shoes comes in half...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-20-17, 05:48 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,707
Posted By 23109VC

thanks guys! I hit up mylocal bike shop...

thanks guys!

I hit up mylocal bike shop which stocks Scott and Giro products. I tried on several models of each shoe. The Giro shoes did not fit my foot...the width was all wrong.

the scott...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-17-17, 07:26 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,707
Posted By 23109VC

i guess it's all personal preference. I had read...

i guess it's all personal preference. I had read some reviews and seemed like more people liked the BOA's but I still see people who say they want laces only...

i'll try some on and get what...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-17-17, 11:37 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,707
Posted By 23109VC

Shoe Question - Scott RC Boa?

I got my first "real" roadbike about 6 months ago. I added inexpensive Shimano clip in pedals to it and for my first pair of shoes - I found a used pair on craigslist nearby. They fit great - but...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-14-17, 06:01 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,823
Posted By 23109VC

Seat bag recommendations please

I am "newer" to the world of road cycling. I have been riding for several years. My first bike was a hybrid, with a more upgright position - and most of my rides were 10-15 miles... I mostly did...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-02-17, 09:29 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 20,430
Posted By 23109VC

thanks for the all input. i'm set on the...

thanks for the all input.

i'm set on the frames. I have priced everything out and am about to order. I'm debating beteen getting standard black iridium lenses - so that the glasses would just...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-16-17, 01:38 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 20,430
Posted By 23109VC

NA Bodie- thanks for the info. I will look...

NA Bodie-

thanks for the info. I will look into what colors I can order them in. the Oakley site lets ou customize the glasses a lot - although i'm getting mine through an eyeglass shop as I am...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-16-17, 12:06 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 20,430
Posted By 23109VC

If I get Oakley glasses for riding I will have to...

If I get Oakley glasses for riding I will have to get prescription in my lenses.. I have bad eyes.. 5.50 in one eye and 4.75 in the other. I can't wear contacts due to another eye issue.. so I have...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-14-17, 09:46 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 20,430
Posted By 23109VC

i am in the market for a pair of Oakley...

i am in the market for a pair of Oakley sunglasses. I have to get RX glasses as I wear corrective lenses. from what I've read on the web, I can get prizm road lenses With my prescription.

my...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-27-16, 04:56 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 14,288
Posted By 23109VC

How fast do you cruise at on flat smooth pavement?

I'm new to cycling. I ride with my iPhone / apple watch and it tracks my speed in real time.... I recently bought a new bike...I went from a more vertical riding hybrid (fat tires) to a true road...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-27-16, 04:48 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 30,323
Posted By 23109VC

thanks guys! I will assume tey are legit and...

thanks guys! I will assume tey are legit and enjoy them.

they did seem to ride pretty well.... i'l order up a couple more and eventually swap out the back tire.

too bad it rained today..i...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-26-16, 06:11 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 30,323
Posted By 23109VC

I took the bike out for a 25 mile ride today with...

I took the bike out for a 25 mile ride today with the "questionable" tire on my front wheel.

since I'm such a newbie - it's hard for me to quantify what I'm feeling, but I do think the tire...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-26-16, 02:43 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 30,323
Posted By 23109VC

Counterfeit Continental Tire??? Look at pics..

I am new to road biking..got my first flat and wanted to order a nice tire.

I asked around here and I had a lot of recommendations for the Continental GP4000s II. The LBS wanted $70 for one, but...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-21-16, 04:48 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,506
Posted By 23109VC

I found local shop that has the GP4000S II in...

I found local shop that has the GP4000S II in stock. $69. a new one off Amazon prime with free shipping is $34! I could order TWO and swap out both my tires if I wanted....

has anyone had a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-21-16, 04:15 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,506
Posted By 23109VC

I alrady took the wheel off the bike... i'll take...

I alrady took the wheel off the bike... i'll take a look at it once I get the new tire back on the bike. I tend to lean the bike over pretty far in my turns... and some of the roads I have ridden on...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-21-16, 02:08 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,506
Posted By 23109VC

I called the LBS and they recommended Conti...

I called the LBS and they recommended Conti Gatorbacks. the guy said they were more durable than the ultra race tires I had, but he said they are heavier. asming I want something that is...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-20-16, 04:09 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,506
Posted By 23109VC

wonder why this particular tire gets a lot of...

wonder why this particular tire gets a lot of cuts or flats? is it considered a "cheaper" tire or is it considered a high performance tire?

if I could fix the tire safetly - i'd just assume fix...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-20-16, 01:56 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,506
Posted By 23109VC

Tire Question - fix or replace and with what?

so the tires that came on my new bike are Continental Ultra RAce... 700x23.

I got a hole in the front sidewall already! ... I was on mile 25 of a ride and noticed a bubble on the front tire..it...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-13-16, 10:58 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 12,995
Posted By 23109VC

I'm the OP.... not sure of what I really wanted,...

I'm the OP.... not sure of what I really wanted, I found a local guy selling a pair of Specialized carbon shoes that were in my size...they were used but still looked great.. .he gave them to me for...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-02-16, 12:01 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 6,912
Posted By 23109VC

Bike Mount for iPhone - help

I was curious what you all use and/or recommend as a mount to put your iPhone on the bars of your road bike?

I use my iphone's built in fitness tracker to track my rides. I wear an apple watch -...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-30-16, 12:26 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,029
Posted By 23109VC

Best App or Device to track cycling??

I am relatively new to cycling... at least really being serious about it. I have been riding off/on for the last several years and had been just using my iPhone with a fitness tracker like Digifit...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-28-16, 12:38 PM
Replies: 6,241
Views: 565,073
Posted By 23109VC

Most of my rides tend to be about 10-15 miles,...

Most of my rides tend to be about 10-15 miles, 2-3x week.

I bought a new bike last weekend..and I'm having a blast. Yesterday I planned to go out for 15-20 miles and it turned into 30!

First...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-24-16, 09:36 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 12,995
Posted By 23109VC

I am not that thrilled about Velcro.... I know...

I am not that thrilled about Velcro.... I know how it wears out... BOA systems are pretty good.... I have noticed some of the higher end shoes are ALL BOA..no Velcro... but they are pricey.

I...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-24-16, 09:33 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 24,238
Posted By 23109VC

why is the 105 better than the cheapo 540s? ...

why is the 105 better than the cheapo 540s? weight? of is the clip in mechanism better?
Forum: Road Cycling
10-24-16, 06:06 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 24,238
Posted By 23109VC

is there any real performance advantage if you...

is there any real performance advantage if you get DuraAce pedals vs the 540s.... price difference is there and I see the $$ are lighter - but if all you change is the pedals - is that going to make...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-24-16, 05:54 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 12,995
Posted By 23109VC

Laced bike shoes or not?

I recently got my first "real" roadbike this past weekend. Prior to that I had been riding a hybrid bike that I had put cages onto. I put the cages onto my new bike - but I really want to get...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
10-24-16, 05:42 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 15,375
Posted By 23109VC

I usually spray myself with a ton of sunscreen...

I usually spray myself with a ton of sunscreen before a ride... maybe I should look into these sleeve things... thanks Dr. for looking out for us!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-22-16, 10:40 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,604
Posted By 23109VC

Well I went ahead and bought my bike tonight. I...

Well I went ahead and bought my bike tonight. I test rode the CR1 Elite and the Scott Foil 30. I was already leaning toward the Foil when I went there. In fact, I called the bike shop and asked the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-21-16, 04:58 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,604
Posted By 23109VC

thanks for all the advice guys. I am going to go...

thanks for all the advice guys. I am going to go back to the bike shop tomorrow and test ride them one more time.

the bikes will cost about the same no matter which one I pick. the CR1 is $1400...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-18-16, 03:33 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,361
Posted By 23109VC

What's this worth? CR1 Elite 2012 but it's new

I found this bike at a local bike shop. It is brand new, never sold... but it's a 2012 model.

Scott CR-1 Elite. It has SRAM Rival components.

I test drove it at the shop and really liked...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-18-16, 03:24 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,604
Posted By 23109VC

thanks guys. yes I am very price conscious.....

thanks guys.

yes I am very price conscious.. trying to get the best deal I can.

quick follow up question. I found an ebay seller - looks lke a large online store - good revies. they have a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-18-16, 12:05 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,285
Posted By 23109VC

I just saw your post and I'm in a similar...

I just saw your post and I'm in a similar situation as the OP.

I have a hybrid bike, I ride about 3x week.. averaging an hour or less each ride.. maybe 10-15 miles per ride. I love my hybrid...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-17-16, 06:53 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,604
Posted By 23109VC

fi they both cost the same price - 1200 out the...

fi they both cost the same price - 1200 out the door - which one would you choose?

would either be acceptable for a newer rider? I assume most newer riders don't by a Foil b/c they are $$ and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-17-16, 06:49 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,604
Posted By 23109VC

blakcloud - would a bike like the Foil be a BAD...

blakcloud - would a bike like the Foil be a BAD bike for someone like me? i'm trying to figure out if it's just that it's more bike than I need... or is it actually a bad bike for soeonelike me? ...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-17-16, 04:53 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,604
Posted By 23109VC

anyone care to help me out with deciding between...

anyone care to help me out with deciding between these two bikes???

I am thinking the CR1 is the more comfortable bike and maybe a better choice for everyday recreation - bu tthen I wonder if I'd...
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