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Forum: Road Cycling
08-27-22, 03:27 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 618
Posted By Trackr

Because prices here are between half and 1/10 as...

Because prices here are between half and 1/10 as high, so why not take advantage of that?



I wanted information about the bicycle manufacturers I found around here. What other information do...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-27-22, 01:13 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 618
Posted By Trackr

Well, I just thought I'd get some opinions about...

Well, I just thought I'd get some opinions about the brands here. Or if no one knew them, I figured I would be advised to wait and buy a bike when I get back home and then bring it here.

But...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-26-22, 02:14 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 618
Posted By Trackr

I don't know if you guys are trolling or just an...

I don't know if you guys are trolling or just an elitist bias but as an intermediary bicyclist I am not willing to ride 800KM across a mostly rural country where I don't speak the language just to...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-25-22, 12:38 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 618
Posted By Trackr

I don't know if you noticed, but all of those...

I don't know if you noticed, but all of those stores are in Istanbul.

The distance between me and Istanbul is about the same as the distance between Melbourne and Adelaide.

Besides, I don't see...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-24-22, 03:08 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 618
Posted By Trackr

Looking for a Road Bike in Turkey

Hey, I've recently moved to Turkey and I'm trying to get a good road bike.

The only seemingly high-quality brands I've seen around here so far are: Scott, Carraro, Peugeot, Lapierre.

Would...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-12-21, 07:25 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,821
Posted By Trackr

2k what? Pounds? Why would you expect a $5,000...

2k what? Pounds? Why would you expect a $5,000 bike to be immaculate if it's being sold for $2,000?
Forum: Road Cycling
10-12-21, 07:12 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,821
Posted By Trackr

Honestly, it looks a hell of a lot better than my...

Honestly, it looks a hell of a lot better than my 2 year-old Cannondale Bad Boy considering it's 7 years old.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-12-21, 07:08 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,821
Posted By Trackr

I think you guys are forgetting that the cheapest...

I think you guys are forgetting that the cheapest carbon bike here (in Israel) is $5,000. This is the best price I've seen.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-12-21, 12:31 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,821
Posted By Trackr

Is a 2014 Trek Madone 5.9 worth $2,000?

Searching for an entry level $1,200 road bike at a reputable store downtown, I was offered a full-carbon road bike which originally retailed for $5,000 for only $2,000.
It looks in pretty good...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-08-21, 05:40 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 303
Posted By Trackr

Specialized Allez E5 vs. Merida Ride 200

I'm trying to get back into cycling again after taking a break to focus on my motorcycle and I'm looking for a road bike. In my search these two seem to be my two options. They're both the same price...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-15-17, 01:32 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 9,306
Posted By Trackr

So, the Ultra Sport IIs are $30 in my country. ...

So, the Ultra Sport IIs are $30 in my country.

The 4000 S IIs are $55 each, and the Grand Prix TT are $65.

You guys still think I should go for the 4000 S II? How much faster are the TTs and...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-14-17, 01:25 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 9,306
Posted By Trackr

Continental Ultra Sport II vs. 4000 S II vs. Grand Prix TT

I care first and foremost about speed, but will be riding on regular road. What do you guys recommend?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-02-17, 12:11 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,670
Posted By Trackr

Alright, I guess I'll stick to inflatable tires...

Alright, I guess I'll stick to inflatable tires then.

What about tubeless, though?

I'm just wondering what my best option is. Currently I think I'll go with Continental Super Sport.

But I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-02-17, 08:20 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,670
Posted By Trackr

Any road tires you don't have to inflate?

The thing I had the most about cycling is having to inflate my tires and worrying about flats. I'm already used to a harsh ride, so are there any tires that don't require inflation?

Also, how do I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-26-17, 06:38 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 7,510
Posted By Trackr

Lol. I live in Israel. $60 is not pricey here....

Lol. I live in Israel. $60 is not pricey here. I'll try to find it.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-26-17, 05:08 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 7,510
Posted By Trackr

Yes, but the speed of the rider is contingent...

Yes, but the speed of the rider is contingent upon the speed of the bike/tire, no? Your distinction seems to be in semantics, which isn't helpful.



I don't know, man. I want to be able to go...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-23-17, 07:09 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 7,510
Posted By Trackr

Fastest Tires for my Cannondale Bad Boy?

The 28x700 tires on my 2015 Cannondale Bad Boy are pretty worn out, and I'd like to replace them.

What do you guys recommend?
Forum: Road Cycling
11-03-15, 04:06 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 5,676
Posted By Trackr

Can't be. Yom Kippur is my ultimate riding day. I...

Can't be. Yom Kippur is my ultimate riding day. I cleared 100KM last one (just 6 weeks ago), and it's definitely sacrilegious.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-03-15, 04:02 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 5,676
Posted By Trackr

I have. I tried two road bikes - a $2,500 and a...

I have. I tried two road bikes - a $2,500 and a $7,000. I found the handlebars difficult to get used to, but otherwise noticed no difference I could tell.




My bad boy definitely does not...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-02-15, 04:32 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 5,676
Posted By Trackr

So why get a road bike? Might as well get a cushy...

So why get a road bike? Might as well get a cushy 29" mountain bike if it's all the same.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-02-15, 04:26 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 5,676
Posted By Trackr

What makes a bike fast?

I've been riding a 28c Cannondale 'Bad Boy' for about 6 months now.

When looking at a possible upgrade (for future interest) I came across a ton of super-expensive bikes that virtually all look...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-06-15, 10:27 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,413
Posted By Trackr

I haven't yet found a place that will allow you...

I haven't yet found a place that will allow you to return a saddle. I'd keep looking but honestly.. I don't even know where to start. There are literally hundreds of options.

I wish there was a...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-06-15, 10:23 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,413
Posted By Trackr

Where does your confusion lie? Your timeline is...

Where does your confusion lie? Your timeline is accurate.

Used Mountain bike until last week with padded shorts; very little pain.

Used Road bike for the past two days; bleeding in my butt.

...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-06-15, 09:44 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,413
Posted By Trackr

That's good general advice, but it doesn't apply...

That's good general advice, but it doesn't apply to me.

I HAVE been riding, almost every day for two months. No difference.

I get on that bike again, it's going to be sore the entire time and...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-06-15, 08:42 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,413
Posted By Trackr

Wow. I don't know if I'm a troll magnet or if...

Wow. I don't know if I'm a troll magnet or if Bike Forum is a serious cesspool, but we'll deal with the trolls first.



Talking about yourself, I see.

But I do love how you recanted your...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-06-15, 05:34 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,413
Posted By Trackr

Am I going to have to do this every time forever,...

Am I going to have to do this every time forever, or is my ass going to get used to it eventually?

I mean, is like playing a guitar where your fingers develop calluses? Is my butt supposed to get...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-06-15, 05:30 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,413
Posted By Trackr

Come on, guys. Take this seriously, please. ...

Come on, guys. Take this seriously, please.

I already lost a lot of time looking for a new bike. I need to be able to ride this bike every day.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-06-15, 05:22 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,413
Posted By Trackr

I've already written my input on that false...

I've already written my input on that false accusation and unsubscribed from that thread.

Now, you're crapping my new thread that has nothing to do with the subject at hand, just to let me know...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-06-15, 05:07 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,413
Posted By Trackr

Seriously Sore Behind

I've had a problem with being saddle sore all my life.

It was a lot better (practically gone when using padded shorts) on my 29" mountain bike.

Today, I started riding my street bike and I can...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-05-15, 11:25 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,211
Posted By Trackr

What's the difference? Liked better = thought was...

What's the difference? Liked better = thought was faster. Same conclusion.

Reading through this thread, it seems like you people are pretty trigger happy with calling me a troll.

My claims are...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-05-15, 05:12 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,211
Posted By Trackr

I don't see why. I can understand why my...

I don't see why.

I can understand why my very basic test wouldn't be considered a good foundation for a scientific empirical study..

But when it comes to choosing a bike, and subjective...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-05-15, 04:49 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,211
Posted By Trackr

It's not conclusive, for sure. But it certainly...

It's not conclusive, for sure. But it certainly isn't 'nothing'.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-05-15, 03:56 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,211
Posted By Trackr

Internet is worthless if you can't comprehend...

Internet is worthless if you can't comprehend what is written.

My test shows sufficient evidence that geometry plays less of a role. The expensive road bike had the most optimal geometry.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-05-15, 05:49 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,211
Posted By Trackr

Fastest tire size

I bought a new bike today and I wanted to share my experience with three bikes that I road on.

I took them through the same route - two small hills and one large hill, 2 miles, back and forth.
...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
04-02-15, 12:49 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 11,085
Posted By Trackr

bump

bump
Forum: Road Cycling
04-02-15, 12:48 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 14,166
Posted By Trackr

Right, but I mean with a road bike you have to...

Right, but I mean with a road bike you have to lean forward quite a bit to reach the vertical brakes, no?
Forum: Road Cycling
04-01-15, 08:22 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 14,166
Posted By Trackr

I can sit upright and still gain speed? I...

I can sit upright and still gain speed?

I had a small 20" bike for half a year and it was slow as hell.

Then I upgraded to the Norco Storm and it's significantly faster. Almost as fast as a...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
04-01-15, 08:06 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 11,085
Posted By Trackr

Oops. I was going to link to Norco's stats but...

Oops. I was going to link to Norco's stats but somehow forgot..

https://www.norco.com/bikes/mountain/cross-country/storm-forma/storm-71-forma/

Based on that, how does the Medium compare to the...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-01-15, 08:05 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 14,166
Posted By Trackr

So.. what should I go for if I just want maximum...

So.. what should I go for if I just want maximum speed?
Forum: Road Cycling
04-01-15, 06:42 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 14,166
Posted By Trackr

Everyone downtown (I went to 6 stores) told me...

Everyone downtown (I went to 6 stores) told me that road bikes are designed for maximum speed and minimum comfort and would not handle sidewalks well.

I don't intend on riding on the sidewalk, but...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
04-01-15, 06:35 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 11,085
Posted By Trackr

As far as I know, my legs aren't that long. ...

As far as I know, my legs aren't that long.

I was told by a friend of mine who is ~174cm that Medium can be too small for him.

My last bike (stolen) was the Norco Storm 7.1. The size was a 17...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-01-15, 03:08 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 14,166
Posted By Trackr

From what I was told, a dedicated road bike would...

From what I was told, a dedicated road bike would break within two days in the city, and my back with it. Not to mention it's at least 50% more expensive.

I want to go 28c, not 19c, lol.
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
04-01-15, 02:45 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 11,085
Posted By Trackr

Which size for 177cm tall?

So, I'm 177cm tall and I have two options - Medium and Large when it comes to my next city/road bike.

The tube length on the Medium is 57.5cm and 60cm on the Large.

I'm being given mixed...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-01-15, 02:43 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 14,166
Posted By Trackr

Specialized Sirrus Sport vs. Cannondale Bad Boy

So, my Norco Storm 7.1 got stolen two days ago, and I figure it's time to upgrade.

In that vain, I'm looking for a bike that is better suited to my needs - a city/road bike.

I'm looking for...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-15-15, 12:09 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,489
Posted By Trackr

Can you elaborate? Like, what would happen...

Can you elaborate?

Like, what would happen if I don't?
Forum: Road Cycling
03-14-15, 11:53 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,489
Posted By Trackr

Should I continue if I'm really sore?

I've been cycling for about three weeks now and every day I'm kind of sore.

However, the past three days I've cycled for 3+ hours and I've gotten increasingly sore.

Should I just continue or...
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