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Forum: Road Cycling
02-02-23, 11:53 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 3,284
Posted By markynels

6k, if you're lucky! ;) ​​​ Exactly...

6k, if you're lucky! ;)
​​​


Exactly this.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-02-23, 11:45 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 3,284
Posted By markynels

Mine started creaking at 36,000km. It wasn't bad...

Mine started creaking at 36,000km. It wasn't bad at first, but now at 42,000 I think it's due for a change...

140 = smaller diameter, therefore greater clearance to that portion of the chainstay...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-02-23, 11:13 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 3,284
Posted By markynels

Interesting you mention that, I forgot my wife's...

Interesting you mention that, I forgot my wife's CAAD13 also had these same marks at delivery. Like a creaking BB, possible it's just a classic cannondale tolerance thing. It's not unreasonable to...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-01-23, 11:37 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 3,284
Posted By markynels

I have the same exact marks on my frame (CAAD13)....

I have the same exact marks on my frame (CAAD13). I concluded it was caused by installing/uninstalling the rear wheel. The rotor edges are sharp, and it rubs there occasionally if I'm not careful...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-30-23, 11:09 AM
Replies: 3,116
Views: 535,488
Posted By markynels

Last week between Calpe and Moraira; ...

Last week between Calpe and Moraira;

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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-30-23, 11:00 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 3,408
Posted By markynels

Reporting back on this- I can safely conclude...

Reporting back on this- I can safely conclude that this mixture (minus hydrocortisone) is infinitely better and longer lasting (>6hrs) than Noxzema, period. Cleans up fine with warm water, too. I'll...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-08-23, 03:19 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 3,408
Posted By markynels

Ok I'll admit, I went pretty deep down the rabbit...

Ok I'll admit, I went pretty deep down the rabbit hole after seeing a few posts on chamois creams here today, and elsewhere. Some good insight here, from the archives. ...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-08-23, 05:19 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 3,408
Posted By markynels

Noxzema works great. I learned this from an...

Noxzema works great. I learned this from an episode of Chris Horner's Corner a couple years back. I was previously using the standard issue "chamois butter", but the cost value for the amount I used...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
01-04-23, 11:14 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,405
Posted By markynels

I started creatine to optimize strength gains...

I started creatine to optimize strength gains during the off season with the intent of cycling off before my A race. I continued its use throughout the following season after witnessing negligible...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
01-04-23, 05:30 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,405
Posted By markynels

Creatine, 5mg daily, even on recovery days. Many...

Creatine, 5mg daily, even on recovery days. Many recent studies suggest there are extended benefits well beyond physical strength, such as for eg., mental clarity. Continued use is important to...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
01-02-23, 11:25 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,405
Posted By markynels

Anecdotally, no objective nor subjective benefits...

Anecdotally, no objective nor subjective benefits for me. I followed the leading loading-phase protocols to a t, and cycled off after 12 weeks. Cycled back on after 10 weeks. After a year and a half,...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
11-25-22, 03:04 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 991
Posted By markynels

Generally speaking you seek a 90 degree angle...

Generally speaking you seek a 90 degree angle between where your hands contact the bars and where your shoulders meet your body. My suggestion has you lengthening the stem to achieve a longer...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
11-25-22, 02:42 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 991
Posted By markynels

Congrats on getting back into cycling! Based on...

Congrats on getting back into cycling! Based on your video, your fit appears to be quite good. My 2c would be to bring the saddle forward and lengthen your reach. It could also be that the frame is a...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
05-18-22, 03:04 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,065
Posted By markynels

I change my setup regularly. I tweak saddle...

I change my setup regularly. I tweak saddle height, fore aft and stem length/drop more commonly than say, cleat stance, saddle choice or bar width/reach, though each gets their turn for refinement as...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
10-02-21, 05:38 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,645
Posted By markynels

200km in 40c weather at a decent (3w/kg) pace = 3...

200km in 40c weather at a decent (3w/kg) pace = 3 medium Dominos pan pizzas with extra cheese, well done. No regrets.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-29-21, 12:58 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,231
Posted By markynels

Winspace Hyper owner here (50mm, disc); I'm...

Winspace Hyper owner here (50mm, disc); I'm familiar with the noise you speak of, and experience it every tube/tire change.
IMO, sounds like pretty standard CF rim bead seating. I'm 10,000km and...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-23-20, 03:41 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,378
Posted By markynels

I worked through a similar issue this season...

I worked through a similar issue this season after tinkering with my fit to sit further forward over the bb. Rather than wearing holes through the lycra, the seat post where it joins the rails wore...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-16-20, 12:10 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,126
Posted By markynels

Happy to hear so far so good! Ya, tough to...

Happy to hear so far so good! Ya, tough to isolate impressions with the added noise of rim width, but I'm sure the tires are contributing greatly. Looking forward to the 2000+ mile longevity review...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-06-20, 04:06 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,492
Posted By markynels

Awesome news, thrilled to hear it helped!

Awesome news, thrilled to hear it helped!
Forum: Road Cycling
07-06-20, 03:56 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,126
Posted By markynels

What's the verdict? Seems like they're comparable...

What's the verdict? Seems like they're comparable in measured vs. real width to the GP4000s. The GP5000 fit true to size and make matching them to an appropriate rim width ideal. Interested to hear...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-02-20, 12:34 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,126
Posted By markynels

Good point, thanks! Interested to hear how they...

Good point, thanks! Interested to hear how they hold up! Reviews have generally been pretty good, especially tubeless..
Forum: Road Cycling
07-02-20, 12:21 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,126
Posted By markynels

In light of discussion surrounding the 5000's,...

In light of discussion surrounding the 5000's, can anyone suggest a comparable (+/- minimal rolling resistance difference, similar puncture/tear resistance) with tan sidewalls other than Turbo...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-01-20, 05:55 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 15,992
Posted By markynels

... I mean this is clearly the speed release pn...

... I mean this is clearly the speed release pn referenced in the manual for the MY2020 super six- what am i missing?
...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-01-20, 05:52 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 15,992
Posted By markynels

I'm shocked! I've yet to see a CAAD or SuperSix...

I'm shocked! I've yet to see a CAAD or SuperSix with standard thru axles here locally so far this year, whether in the LBS or at group rides. My fleet have standard non-quick release thru axles and...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-30-20, 03:23 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,126
Posted By markynels

In the last 4 weeks, I logged over 2000km on the...

In the last 4 weeks, I logged over 2000km on the 5000's (25mm on 19mm internal width rims, latex tubes). I've honestly been pretty happy so far. This is coming off the 4000's which looked ridiculous...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-30-20, 03:05 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,666
Posted By markynels

Common causes/remedies; Shoes laced too...

Common causes/remedies;

Shoes laced too tight
Uncompensated forefoot varus positioning. Fixes include;​​​​​​​

Cleat position (slam them all the way back, and centre them on the foot bed as...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-30-20, 02:59 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 15,992
Posted By markynels

This is not the correct, or at least OE from...

This is not the correct, or at least OE from Cannondale.
The latest gen SuperSix, CAAD etc all come with the speed release through axles with the attached lever for quick release, I'm not sure why...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-30-20, 02:51 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,492
Posted By markynels

Same issue and fix for me as well (so far)- arch...

Same issue and fix for me as well (so far)- arch support is a life changer.

If you can't get a hold of the specialized brand supports, Superfeet carbon are a good alternative, though designed for...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
06-30-20, 02:08 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 12,542
Posted By markynels

You've probably got the bike by now, but FWIW...

You've probably got the bike by now, but FWIW (and for any others considering the new CAAD or SuperSix) I have a 2020 CAAD13 which I believe matches 1:1 with the geo on the new SuperSix.

I'm 6'0",...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
10-19-19, 11:57 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 9,899
Posted By markynels

I know I'm late to the game but wanted to chime...

I know I'm late to the game but wanted to chime in as I've been dealing with and working through solutions for this issue for the past month riding indoors on rollers which obviously exacerbated, or...
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