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Forum: Road Cycling
03-16-24, 07:41 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 968
Posted By dilbert2000

I bought Garmin Vectors a while back. They use...

I bought Garmin Vectors a while back. They use Look pedals. I still have them on my trainer bike, so I am now married to Look pedals.
They do creak, it's annoying.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-23-24, 07:51 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,508
Posted By dilbert2000

Hi, If you're asking me, I had a mountain bike...

Hi,
If you're asking me, I had a mountain bike setup put on just for that ride. It was the Mt. Washington hill climb. For me, it was brutal.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-19-24, 09:05 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,508
Posted By dilbert2000

This was my first road bike. Still have it,...

This was my first road bike.
Still have it, it's my indoor rollers bike now.
https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1124/bike_4abddbdfc15672e2e1f67e183231169ab9118829.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
09-05-23, 12:11 PM
Replies: 174
Views: 6,101
Posted By dilbert2000

I worked many hours at my prior job and rarely...

I worked many hours at my prior job and rarely took a day off. I could cash out a lot of hours and bought this a couple of years ago.

It has only been ridden by me, so it has not been ridden like...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-26-23, 06:01 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 597
Posted By dilbert2000

Not sure, this is the one I found from them that...

Not sure, this is the one I found from them that looks like it should work. I emailed them to ask....
Forum: Road Cycling
08-26-23, 04:47 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 597
Posted By dilbert2000

Cycliq Fly12 Sport Mount

I plan to start commuting to work. I have a 2021 Madone SLR7.
I was thinking of getting a Cycliq Fly12 Sport, but I am having difficulty finding a mount for it.
I'd like it under the Garmin on the...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-31-22, 09:55 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,331
Posted By dilbert2000

Thank you

Thank you
Forum: Road Cycling
05-31-22, 09:39 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,331
Posted By dilbert2000

Yeah, I have a bike stand, and one of those chain...

Yeah, I have a bike stand, and one of those chain holders too.
I like the idea of taking the wheel off better than the protection - it's free. :)

As for contaminating the brakes, aren't they...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-31-22, 06:21 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,331
Posted By dilbert2000

Cleaning your cassette on the bike

I am new to disc brakes, just got my bike last January (2021).
I've cleaned it a few times outside with Simple Green and a garden hose.
I soak the cassette, scrub away with some brushes, hose the...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-01-22, 02:38 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 5,642
Posted By dilbert2000

I had an old Garmin mount laying around, so I cut...

I had an old Garmin mount laying around, so I cut the disk off and epoxied it to a piece of aluminum. I put another piece of aluminum inside the seat bag and bolted it together.
I don't want...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-01-22, 06:19 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,564
Posted By dilbert2000

My wife has three pair - vanity. I had a pair...

My wife has three pair - vanity.
I had a pair from about 10 years ago. The buckle broke. Could not find a replacement anywhere. This was early in the pandemic. Could not find new shoes anywhere....
Forum: Road Cycling
03-29-22, 11:27 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 4,376
Posted By dilbert2000

A few years ago I tried a 20 miles ride with a...

A few years ago I tried a 20 miles ride with a goal of 1 hour. I missed it by seconds, 19.9? something mph. It's part suburbs, part city, several lights, tons of traffic, a few small hills. I was...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-28-22, 06:59 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,606
Posted By dilbert2000

I haven't tried one. I tried a couple...

I haven't tried one.



I tried a couple pair of high end Assos, and usually use chamois creme.



Pressure
Forum: Road Cycling
03-27-22, 05:23 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,606
Posted By dilbert2000

Correct

Correct
Forum: Road Cycling
03-27-22, 12:26 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,606
Posted By dilbert2000

Would you ride on a printed saddle?

I've had a lot of saddle pain for the 10 or so years I've been riding.
Tried lots of different saddles.
I've been overweight and very thin - no difference.
I had a pressure mapping, and they were...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-14-22, 07:29 PM
Replies: 438
Views: 143,614
Posted By dilbert2000

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1333/886a9167_4k_6d8a7f45f36255af2656de6e16e078737d9ef1e5.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
12-08-21, 11:23 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,410
Posted By dilbert2000

They look cooler. :D ...

They look cooler. :D
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Forum: Road Cycling
10-24-21, 11:16 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,205
Posted By dilbert2000

2021 Madone SLR7 here, I consider it high end. ...

2021 Madone SLR7 here, I consider it high end.
18+ pounds - not light, but I love it.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-16-21, 08:32 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 19,338
Posted By dilbert2000

So, it's a year plus since the 1030+ released. ...

So, it's a year plus since the 1030+ released.
Anyone have a guess on when the 1040/1040+ might release, maybe based on historical releases?
I'd suspect this fall / winter is not a good marketing...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-27-21, 04:01 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,031
Posted By dilbert2000

Thanks. I feel like I've tried a few different...

Thanks. I feel like I've tried a few different brands. I started with PI shorts; those were OK. Then switched to Specialized bibs, they were better. Also tried Castelli, better but tight (I'm...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-27-21, 10:22 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,031
Posted By dilbert2000

Chamois Size / Location

Maybe I ride odd or have a strange anatomy.
When I ride, the chamois seems to be a little too far back and I feel like I ride on the fabric.
Is there a brand that has more chamois toward the front?...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-11-21, 06:24 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 3,539
Posted By dilbert2000

Channeling George I ride alone, yeah With...

Channeling George

I ride alone, yeah
With nobody else
I ride alone, yeah
With nobody else
Yeah, you know when I ride alone
I don't touch wheels with myself
Forum: Road Cycling
07-04-21, 07:10 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,750
Posted By dilbert2000

Anyone hear if this will trickle down to the...

Anyone hear if this will trickle down to the 1000? Still in great shape, no need to replace. 6+ years old.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-23-21, 05:32 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 667
Posted By dilbert2000

I have two batteries in the shifters, no idea how...

I have two batteries in the shifters, no idea how long they last, a long time. Two on the derailleurs. They are interchangeable. So if one dies, just leave the good battery on the rear.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-15-21, 07:00 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 11,495
Posted By dilbert2000

It's all been said, I suspect I am just repeating...

It's all been said, I suspect I am just repeating others.

When I started riding about 10 years ago, I fell into the camp of skinnier is better. I rode 23s. They were harsh.

I decided to move...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-09-21, 05:56 AM
Replies: 113
Views: 8,742
Posted By dilbert2000

I hit 50 once. Very open road, early morning. ...

I hit 50 once. Very open road, early morning. No cars, no other people. Felt a little unsafe.
Another time, was going about 40, felt super safe - until I got hit with a really strong crosswind.
Forum: Charity Events
01-16-21, 03:23 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,561
Posted By dilbert2000

Good point. :)

Good point. :)
Forum: Charity Events
01-15-21, 04:27 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,561
Posted By dilbert2000

I live in MA, to me it feels there is almost...

I live in MA, to me it feels there is almost nowhere safe to ride, except my rollers.
I've done the century maybe 4 or 5 times. I always felt safe.
Forum: Charity Events
01-14-21, 06:15 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,561
Posted By dilbert2000

Are you thinking of the hill climb? That's...

Are you thinking of the hill climb? That's different, still sponsored by Tin Mountain. It is expensive. That's only one day a year (plus a practice ride). I did it once, it was great to have a...
Forum: Charity Events
01-13-21, 06:11 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,561
Posted By dilbert2000

I think it's been a long time coming. Not enough...

I think it's been a long time coming. Not enough turn out, too much effort. Requires a lot of volunteers plus a couple of police.
I always felt safe doing this ride. There is one downhill, I...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-11-21, 11:05 AM
Replies: 2,348
Views: 355,384
Posted By dilbert2000

Picked this up on Saturday. ...

Picked this up on Saturday.

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/800x533/bike_69efacd787ad18b271eb3d3ea27022e8fcbdf9a0.jpg...
Forum: Charity Events
01-11-21, 11:03 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,561
Posted By dilbert2000

Mt. Washington Century

I've done this ride a few times, sadly it looks like they are considering cancelling this event, permanently.
If it's something you'd like to see continue, search for Tin Mountain Century in NH and...
Forum: Introductions
01-11-21, 10:58 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 454
Posted By dilbert2000

Hi all, Thanks for the explanations. Not as...

Hi all,
Thanks for the explanations. Not as easy as it sounds for new folks to get their post count up, especially if you mess up like me. :-)
I tried to quote a post with a pic in it and got a...
Forum: Introductions
01-10-21, 10:59 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 454
Posted By dilbert2000

Hi from NE

Not sure how to post pics. Can't seem to get to a post count of 10. Some forums don't count. I tried quoting a pic, I was told I can't post URLs or pics, I was only quoting.
Trying to post in the...
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
01-10-21, 10:45 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 749
Posted By dilbert2000

bummer, looks like they don't count.

bummer, looks like they don't count.
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
01-10-21, 10:44 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 749
Posted By dilbert2000

Post count

Can I post 5 nonsense posts here to reach my 10? Trying to post pick of new bike in hot or not thread.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-29-20, 07:54 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 6,491
Posted By dilbert2000

Maybe it's me, but I have a harder time seeing my...

Maybe it's me, but I have a harder time seeing my Garmin with polarized lenses. My car's heads up display does not work at all.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-28-20, 01:53 PM
Replies: 154
Views: 18,567
Posted By dilbert2000

Mt. Washington New Hampshire. Only 7.6 miles. ...

Mt. Washington New Hampshire.
Only 7.6 miles.
No flat spots.
Average grade of 12%.
About a mile over 16%.
The final few hundred feet are 22%.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-27-20, 07:32 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,254
Posted By dilbert2000

As for the comments on not knowing what I want,...

As for the comments on not knowing what I want, i.e. if I don't know if I want a power meter or not... kinda dickish. I guess I set myself up a bit by not giving more info. I currently ride mech...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-25-20, 08:21 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,254
Posted By dilbert2000

Good points, thanks. I currently have Garmin...

Good points, thanks.
I currently have Garmin Vector 2 pedals, and like the left / right info. I'd lose that with the crank based power. I'll get Vector 3's for the new boke.
I'll stick with the...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-25-20, 07:18 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,254
Posted By dilbert2000

New Bike

Let's say you were going to spend a silly amount of money on a bike. You'd prefer to stay mainstream and were going with a Domane Project one. You don't want a custom bike.
You have your heart set...
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