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Forum: Triathlon
04-24-24, 10:13 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 226
Posted By ArgoMan

Jen, so it's my understanding that the time spent...

Jen, so it's my understanding that the time spent in T1 and T2 are added to the overall time, correct? Just want to be sure. I also screwed up on my bike to run transition. I ran out the wrong exit,...
Forum: Triathlon
04-23-24, 10:14 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 226
Posted By ArgoMan

[QUOTE=_ForceD_;23221464]Congratulations on...

[QUOTE=_ForceD_;23221464]Congratulations on finishing your first tri. That T1 situation must have been extremely frustrating. Personally, unless the water temp was in the low 60°s F, I wouldn’t...
Forum: Triathlon
04-23-24, 10:04 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 226
Posted By ArgoMan

Dan, I was SHOCKED at how challenging the swim...

Dan, I was SHOCKED at how challenging the swim was (400 lousy meters.) This is after putting in 1600 hard meters in a pool a few days prior with no problem. I will take your advice and respect the...
Forum: Triathlon
04-22-24, 10:09 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 226
Posted By ArgoMan

Jen, I'll tell you, I literally began to panic on...

Jen, I'll tell you, I literally began to panic on the swim. And this is coming from a guy who has been dragged out by rip tides on ocean swims and didn't panic! I think that when I swim in a pool I...
Forum: Triathlon
04-22-24, 10:02 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 159
Posted By ArgoMan

I live in the Coachella Valley where we get...

I live in the Coachella Valley where we get pretty severe winds throughout the year. I have 50 mm on my "aero" bike, and I find that's about as deep as I want to go. I'm just hoping to find some...
Forum: Triathlon
04-21-24, 09:20 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 226
Posted By ArgoMan

Did my first Sprint today

So, I finished my first Sprint today. I did pretty well, despite several mishaps. I lost the little ankle GPS they fit us with to keep our time. I took it off when I took my wet suit off and started...
Forum: Triathlon
04-19-24, 02:10 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 159
Posted By ArgoMan

Flo 49 AS

Hi all. Anyone have any opinions on the FLO 49 AS wheels, or FLO wheels generally? Thank you!
Forum: Road Cycling
04-05-24, 10:31 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 563
Posted By ArgoMan

I can't say why, but it feels like I'm getting...

I can't say why, but it feels like I'm getting more out of every stride with the clipless pedals. I "feel" faster. I'm sure some of you understand this. Maybe it's the shoes? Before switching I wore...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-04-24, 10:12 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 563
Posted By ArgoMan

About my 105 pedals and $5 SPDs

Hey all. So, I finally took the plunge and bought my first pair of clipless pedals, 105's. I jumped for a nice pair of road shoes (Lakes.) Now I can see why so many riders use clipless. I "feel" more...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-30-24, 06:30 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 153
Posted By ArgoMan

Carbon wheel brake pad recommendations...

Hey all. I believe that I inquired a while back about quality rim brake pads for carbon wheels. But I can't seem to find the thread. But that's what I'm looking for: recommendations for rim brake...
Forum: Triathlon
03-17-24, 11:02 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,170
Posted By ArgoMan

Thank you everyone, especially Jen! So much great...

Thank you everyone, especially Jen! So much great info I would have never thought of. It's funny, but I essentially live in Indian Wells and was always interested when the tri comes to town. The...
Forum: Triathlon
03-15-24, 09:28 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,170
Posted By ArgoMan

Thanks for all your advice Jen! I went ahead and...

Thanks for all your advice Jen! I went ahead and got a Quintana Roo Hydrosix wetsuit. It was well discounted, so I didn't pay a ton for it. You brought up the issue that I'm a bit concerned...
Forum: Triathlon
03-14-24, 10:36 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,170
Posted By ArgoMan

Thanks for the advice and direction, Jen. Keep it...

Thanks for the advice and direction, Jen. Keep it coming...I'll listen! So, My first Tri will involve a 9 mike bike ride, 3 mile run, and 400 meter swim. 400 meters is not very far. I actually swam...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-12-24, 03:22 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 932
Posted By ArgoMan

Thanks Steve B. Which brand did you prefer? I...

Thanks Steve B. Which brand did you prefer? I have wide feet, so I was advised that Shimano gives a larger platform in most models.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-12-24, 03:13 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 932
Posted By ArgoMan

Look vs. Shimano Pedals

Okay everyone, I know that this topic has probably been beat to death. But I must ask: which pedal allows for easy clipping in and clipping out of? I plan on doing my first triathlon soon (sprint),...
Forum: Triathlon
03-12-24, 09:59 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,170
Posted By ArgoMan

Thanks VegasJen! I actually bought a set of Zipp...

Thanks VegasJen! I actually bought a set of Zipp Vukas and had my first ride on them this morning. All I can say is "meh". They're okay. They definitely allow me to take pressure off the wrists,...
Forum: Triathlon
03-05-24, 08:39 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,170
Posted By ArgoMan

So, a follow-up question. Let's just pretend that...

So, a follow-up question. Let's just pretend that I want to get into an actual tri bike. What size frame should I be looking at? I fit a 54cm road bike well, although both my main road bikes are...
Forum: Triathlon
03-05-24, 06:23 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,170
Posted By ArgoMan

Yes, my left wrist is now starting to act up. I...

Yes, my left wrist is now starting to act up. I have a doctor's appointment next week. I hate it, but I've decided to take a break from riding.
Forum: Triathlon
03-04-24, 09:29 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,170
Posted By ArgoMan

Thanks, ForceD. I looked at the Profiles, but I...

Thanks, ForceD. I looked at the Profiles, but I think I will go with a set of Zipp Vuka 70 (aluminum.) They mount above the bar with a rise of a few inches. I don't want to have to get into a very...
Forum: Triathlon
03-04-24, 06:17 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,170
Posted By ArgoMan

Thanks Hayden52! I thought about that after I...

Thanks Hayden52! I thought about that after I posted. I looked up some clip-on bars online. Do you have a recommendation? I'd want to go with an quality alloy set. I don't mind spending a few...
Forum: Triathlon
03-04-24, 05:18 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,170
Posted By ArgoMan

Tri Newbie Questions

Hi all. First post in the Triathlon forum. I may wish to get into a Tri bike, but my reasoning is a bit different. I seek your opinions. I'm 55 and do some fairly serious road biking. Typically...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-04-24, 10:52 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,308
Posted By ArgoMan

Calsun, I agree with your train of thought. It...

Calsun, I agree with your train of thought. It all depends on one's particular circumstances. I have an absolutely insane gym 1 mile from my house. $30 a month. It has everything anyone would want. I...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-01-24, 04:21 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,308
Posted By ArgoMan

Calsun, I was quoting a different poster, who...

Calsun, I was quoting a different poster, who posted a statement in reply to you: "get over yourself".

The gym is always a convenient cheap option. But I agree with you. With all the stuff going...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-28-24, 02:57 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,308
Posted By ArgoMan

I bought one of those Rogue BnR bars. It's a...

I bought one of those Rogue BnR bars. It's a "bare" steel bar; no chrome or nickel or any coating. I live in the desert with very dry conditions, yet rust will form on it becomes even remotely...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-28-24, 01:27 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,308
Posted By ArgoMan

[QUOTE=McFlyRides;23170176]I didn’t go super...

[QUOTE=McFlyRides;23170176]I didn’t go super cheap, but waited for sales when I put my home gym together.

I have a modest set of plates from Standard Barbell, 2x45, 4x25, 4x10, 2x5, 2x2.5. That...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-28-24, 11:07 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 710
Posted By ArgoMan

Thanks all. I ended up getting the Easton EA90...

Thanks all. I ended up getting the Easton EA90 seat post. What drew me to it was the perceived ease by which I can mount the saddle. There Selle SMP saddles are a little tricky to work with.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-28-24, 11:04 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,308
Posted By ArgoMan

Calsun , I have to tell you, it's statements like...

Calsun , I have to tell you, it's statements like this ("get over yourself") that make me often avoid asking questions on forums like this. Be assured that all of your inquiries are welcome and...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-27-24, 12:22 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,308
Posted By ArgoMan

Calsun, I don't know how old you are. But any...

Calsun, I don't know how old you are. But any sort of hard exercise can be really dangerous. I tore a muscle in my mid back about 8 years ago while doing a warm up squat set. I wasn't focusing, was...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-26-24, 10:19 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 710
Posted By ArgoMan

I think I'm going to get the Easton EA90. It's...

I think I'm going to get the Easton EA90. It's about $100, but it appears to have a unique bolting system that lends itself to more easily setting the tilt angle. Good reviews also.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-26-24, 08:08 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 710
Posted By ArgoMan

27.2! Turns out that I was misreading my little...

27.2! Turns out that I was misreading my little brass caliper. And my electronic one needed to be reset. No shim present. I cannot believe that I never thought to look at the post itself for a size!...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-26-24, 06:28 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 710
Posted By ArgoMan

Wow! I never even though about that! I pulled the...

Wow! I never even though about that! I pulled the post, and there's no adapter on it. But maybe one is lodged on the seat tube! I'll check...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-26-24, 03:24 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 710
Posted By ArgoMan

I agree. But that's why I'm going crazy! My...

I agree. But that's why I'm going crazy! My vernier calipers both show the post diameter to be 25mm. I have to go with that. Especially since I'd have to estimate that my frame was actually build a...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-26-24, 02:25 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 710
Posted By ArgoMan

[QUOTE=Fredo76;23168148]What do your calipers...

[QUOTE=Fredo76;23168148]What do your calipers tell you about the ID of the seat tube? If it is 25mm as well, I'd believe them.

Thank you. I didn't measure the ID of the seat tube. I'll do that...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-25-24, 10:58 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 710
Posted By ArgoMan

Here's a link to the exact bike:...

Here's a link to the exact bike: https://www.bikesdirect.com/products/motobecane/motobecane_record09.htm

Strange, but the seat post is described as a "M-Wings Systeme Aluminum alloy Micro Adjust...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-25-24, 10:52 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 710
Posted By ArgoMan

Seat Post Recommendation

Hey all. Need a little direction on a new seat post. I bought a used Selle SMP Dynamic saddle in super nice condition. Upon fitting it to the existing post I see that I'm going to need a new post. I...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-24-24, 11:24 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 356
Posted By ArgoMan

Carbon and Alloy Mixed Frames

Hey all. I'm seeking opinions regarding frames that use a mix of carbon and alloy parts. I recently built up a Fuji Roubaix frame for my son. It's a mix of aluminum and carbon seat stays. I recently...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-23-24, 08:46 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,308
Posted By ArgoMan

Former serious powerlifter here. Don't worry...

Former serious powerlifter here. Don't worry about the mostly irrelevant distinctions, such as "bearing vs. bushing bars." Those things refer to how the sleeve of the bar (the end-part where the...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-16-24, 11:20 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,213
Posted By ArgoMan

Thank you, that really clarifies things. I...

Thank you, that really clarifies things. I practically had zero adjustment time to get the feel of my bar end shifter in friction mode. It came very naturally for me. That's with a 9-speed. So, I'm...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-15-24, 04:44 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,213
Posted By ArgoMan

[QUOTE=KCT1986;23157678]The RD-5701 is an older...

[QUOTE=KCT1986;23157678]The RD-5701 is an older style RD, while the RD-R7000 is the newer 'Shadow' design, (if that matters).

Another difference is that the RD-R7000 uses the newer actuation...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-13-24, 11:03 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,213
Posted By ArgoMan

Quick add-on question. What is the reputation of...

Quick add-on question. What is the reputation of MicroShift and Sunrace rear derailleurs? How do they compare with Shimano?
Forum: Road Cycling
02-13-24, 10:54 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,213
Posted By ArgoMan

Thanks Cervelo. I envy your bike collection. I...

Thanks Cervelo. I envy your bike collection. I saw last night that there's a 105 10 speed (RD 5701.) I think I'll just jump into that. Jenson's has them for $50. If it's anything like my RD7000...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-12-24, 08:02 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,213
Posted By ArgoMan

Thanks for the replies. For specificity, I placed...

Thanks for the replies. For specificity, I placed the word "retro" in quotes. Just trying to give the idea in my original post that I'm not interested in buying older parts just for the sake of...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-10-24, 02:23 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,981
Posted By ArgoMan

I agree with the "suspicious" sentiment. I...

I agree with the "suspicious" sentiment. I believe Vingegaard raced in the Vuelta de Espana after the Tour de France this past year. I believe he took 2nd to his teammate Sepp Kuss. That is simply a...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-10-24, 11:32 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,213
Posted By ArgoMan

I'm not concerned about upgrading in the future....

I'm not concerned about upgrading in the future. Whatever speed I select is the speed it will remain. Also, since I want to fit it with a bar end friction shifter, I think I'll want the cassette no...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-10-24, 10:39 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,213
Posted By ArgoMan

New Tiagra or old Dura Ace???

Hi all. So, I'm considering building a new road bike off an older Bianchi frame. I'm so jazzed about a bar end friction shifter that I put on a different 9-speed (Sora) that I'm considering putting...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-07-24, 08:00 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,981
Posted By ArgoMan

Yeah, so I don't know if Lemond was speaking...

Yeah, so I don't know if Lemond was speaking anecdotally or if he was just taking a jab at Armstrong. But it was Gred Lemond talking, and if he was being serious it was a heck of a thing to say....
Forum: Road Cycling
02-07-24, 06:22 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,981
Posted By ArgoMan

I saw where Lemond said that without the PEDS,...

I saw where Lemond said that without the PEDS, Armstrong wasn't even a top-30 rider. Think that's accurate?
Forum: Road Cycling
02-07-24, 06:19 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,051
Posted By ArgoMan

WOW! So, I went home last night and watched the...

WOW! So, I went home last night and watched the Park Tools video on indexing the shifters. Got it all set up where it is operating really smoothly in all cogs, except for the smallest, which makes a...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-05-24, 03:40 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,051
Posted By ArgoMan

Holy....look at that thing! That has to be the...

Holy....look at that thing! That has to be the best ever.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-05-24, 01:20 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,051
Posted By ArgoMan

Thanks all! I've been reading up on friction...

Thanks all! I've been reading up on friction shifting, and I'll tell you what....I'm going with friction shifting! Old school, like on my 1981 Kia 3 speed! It actually seems like the best option....
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