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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-30-16, 09:53 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 10,329
Posted By wants185s

Thanks for all the input.

Thanks for the input everybody. I have tried many stems to get to my current configuration that I have been riding for some time. It is OK but I think 1-2 cm of additional bar height would be...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-28-16, 07:34 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 10,329
Posted By wants185s

Steerer tube extension

Is anyone aware of a "kit" that makes it possible to extend the length of an aluminium steerer? I am thinking of a tube with outside diameter same as the steerer (1 1/8). It would be stepped down...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-03-15, 08:45 PM
Replies: 126
Views: 7,422
Posted By wants185s

About 300 grams.

About 300 grams.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-03-15, 08:37 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,277
Posted By wants185s

Sorry, guess you are not an NFL fan and familiar...

Sorry, guess you are not an NFL fan and familiar with the Patriots/Tom Brady issue last season where they were accused of playing with under inflated footballs to improve the QB's grip on the...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-03-15, 07:49 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,277
Posted By wants185s

No! But, could be the seed for another deflated...

No! But, could be the seed for another deflated football discussion. At least in that situation the numbers made a bit of sense.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-07-15, 01:17 PM
Replies: 10,411
Views: 3,341,724
Posted By wants185s

I can't speak specifically to the Cad2 but I did...

I can't speak specifically to the Cad2 but I did have a 3.0 which I think is 2 or 3 iterations before Cad2. The 3.0 was very stiff and hard riding. I only used 23 mm or smaller tires at the time. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-09-15, 10:32 PM
Replies: 505
Views: 153,210
Posted By wants185s

What stem is on your CIOCC. It might let me try...

What stem is on your CIOCC. It might let me try something out on my own bike.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-08-15, 09:27 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 5,063
Posted By wants185s

Exactly! Bad winter weather, less time on the...

Exactly! Bad winter weather, less time on the bike, more time to write crap. Two days generated two pages on this subject.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-08-15, 07:53 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 9,458
Posted By wants185s

Is that Stella Azzura bar tape? I just installed...

Is that Stella Azzura bar tape? I just installed the tape in white. Feels great but surprised how quickly it got dirty, much quicker than other white tapes I have used. Haven't tried cleaning it...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-30-14, 10:21 PM
Replies: 681
Views: 54,556
Posted By wants185s

32 miles with stop at Panera - 12 deg F.

32 miles with stop at Panera - 12 deg F.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-27-14, 10:21 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,520
Posted By wants185s

After about 500 miles I am very happy with the...

After about 500 miles I am very happy with the wheels I bought from Yishun Bike. 1450 grams, $330 to my door. You need to be patient, they are not good with follow up, i.e. order confirmation and...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-16-14, 10:10 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 9,664
Posted By wants185s

Looks like winter started early - too much time...

Looks like winter started early - too much time to spend on Bike Forums. Maybe we will have an early spring!
Forum: Road Cycling
11-11-14, 09:00 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,267
Posted By wants185s

It appears from Acquaspin's later post that he is...

It appears from Acquaspin's later post that he is in fact attributing the 1 mph average speed difference in his two sets of ride data to 4 extra spokes per wheel. No way!
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
09-27-14, 09:15 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,099
Posted By wants185s

I am currently dealing with an SI joint problem...

I am currently dealing with an SI joint problem that sounds similar to the severity that you experienced. Did you ever reach a conclusion regarding the cause? I am very puzzled regarding the cause...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-12-14, 10:25 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 986
Posted By wants185s

I was never able to completely eliminate cramps...

I was never able to completely eliminate cramps until I added electrolyte supplements to my hydration, Gatorade, bananas, etc. Now on extreme days I will take two Endurolytes capsules per hour in...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-03-14, 03:52 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 936
Posted By wants185s

I have ridden Pro 2,3,4's in 23. This spring I...

I have ridden Pro 2,3,4's in 23. This spring I switched to Pro 4 in 25. I have found no negatives. The improved ride is most apparent to me when climbing on a rough road. I can put power to the...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-30-14, 01:33 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,402
Posted By wants185s

I wonder if he does his pubes next?

I wonder if he does his pubes next?
Forum: Road Cycling
08-24-14, 09:58 PM
Replies: 159
Views: 15,067
Posted By wants185s

Bicycling Science is not engaging to read. But,...

Bicycling Science is not engaging to read. But, it is a good reference to have around particularly if you are technically inclined.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-24-14, 08:53 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,592
Posted By wants185s

Looking at my CAAD 5 the seat stays do not look...

Looking at my CAAD 5 the seat stays do not look the same. My 5 is with 105 but the decals clearly label the frame as CAAD 5. I would think there would be some CAAD 5 identification even with...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-23-14, 09:41 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,976
Posted By wants185s

Just switched form 23's to 25's front and rear on...

Just switched form 23's to 25's front and rear on my CAAD 5. After 1000 miles the big thing I notice is that I can pedal with power on rough road sections that were difficult before with 23's. I...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-04-13, 12:55 PM
Replies: 2,831
Views: 684,179
Posted By wants185s

Every time somone posts one of these I think...

Every time somone posts one of these I think about going in my garage and getting my 1989 3.0 in running condition again. Haven't done it yet,too busy riding. I didn't know an 8 speed cassette hub...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-29-12, 09:00 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 954
Posted By wants185s

+1 I use crank bros egg beaters with SIDI MTB...

+1 I use crank bros egg beaters with SIDI MTB shoes (not carbon soles but fairly stiff soles). I also have a set of crank bros pedals with platforms. The only difference I can feel is that the...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-24-12, 10:41 AM
Replies: 2,831
Views: 684,179
Posted By wants185s

I've been tempted to get my 3.0 back on the road...

I've been tempted to get my 3.0 back on the road just to see how that rough ride in my memory compares to my CAAD 5.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-09-12, 10:43 AM
Replies: 124
Views: 8,953
Posted By wants185s

Beautiful!

Beautiful!
Forum: Road Cycling
06-30-12, 09:27 AM
Replies: 124
Views: 8,953
Posted By wants185s

My situation is similar to yours. I purchased...

My situation is similar to yours. I purchased the 60 cm Nashbar frame but have not assembled it yet. I have not had the "luxury" yet of buying a custom frame. I think you will find that some of...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-25-12, 10:32 AM
Replies: 3,143
Views: 1,021,036
Posted By wants185s

Is the drop on those bars as deep as it looks? ...

Is the drop on those bars as deep as it looks? The curve of the drops looks very nice. What kind of bars are they?
Forum: Road Cycling
06-25-12, 10:30 AM
Replies: 3,143
Views: 1,021,036
Posted By wants185s

Is the drop on those bars as deep as it looks? ...

Is the drop on those bars as deep as it looks? The curve of the drops looks very nice. What kind of bars are they?
Forum: Road Cycling
06-18-12, 10:40 AM
Replies: 3,143
Views: 1,021,036
Posted By wants185s

Big frame. What are top tube/seat tube...

Big frame. What are top tube/seat tube dimensions. If it is your size it was a lucky find.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-06-12, 10:05 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 4,143
Posted By wants185s

I had this problem with my first pair of bibs. ...

I had this problem with my first pair of bibs. But in the last 15 years every pair I have had has been cut low enough and has had sufficient stretch to just pull down the front and pee wihout any...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-12, 07:23 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,571
Posted By wants185s

+1

+1
Forum: Road Cycling
05-27-12, 05:04 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,571
Posted By wants185s

I am guessing that your cleat is too close to the...

I am guessing that your cleat is too close to the sole of your shoe making it difficult to clip in and out easily. Try a thin shim under the cleat, maybe the thickness of a couple sheets of paper...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-27-12, 04:45 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 11,595
Posted By wants185s

As long as Booger1 and shadow12 don't drop their...

As long as Booger1 and shadow12 don't drop their bibs to compare "bolt" length under tension we are OK.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-27-12, 08:22 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,987
Posted By wants185s

Toe overlap is not unique to small frame sizes. ...

Toe overlap is not unique to small frame sizes. I had toe overlap on a 63 cm frame, of course my size 14 shoes are one of the factors. Toe overlap can be a surprise to an inexperienced rider in low...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-23-12, 01:02 PM
Replies: 10,411
Views: 3,341,724
Posted By wants185s

I've had goodluck with Vittoria Ultralite. $5-7 ...

I've had goodluck with Vittoria Ultralite. $5-7 look for sales. 85-90 grams smooth valve stems.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-06-12, 09:41 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,121
Posted By wants185s

The only issue I have with the Nero Bibs is that...

The only issue I have with the Nero Bibs is that the legs are way too short, maybe 2 inches shorter than other reasonably priced bibs. I love the nero bib knickers, basically the same but wth legs...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-05-12, 10:16 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 4,773
Posted By wants185s

If you can't get her to ride her own bike with...

If you can't get her to ride her own bike with you, forget the tandem. Tandems take team work and a team of one on a tandem doesn't work.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-05-12, 09:47 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,786
Posted By wants185s

If you are not moving your saddle or the position...

If you are not moving your saddle or the position of your body on your saddle the stem length will have litlle effect on weight distribution and therefre handling. If the long reach caused you to sit...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-31-12, 09:00 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 896
Posted By wants185s

Give Crank brothers a try. Watching people I...

Give Crank brothers a try. Watching people I ride with, mine seem easier that most to clip into. Getting out is also quite easy. You can by lower end crank Brothers pedals at a very reasonable...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-25-12, 07:51 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 11,526
Posted By wants185s

I read this thread yesterday and almost added a...

I read this thread yesterday and almost added a positive comment. Today I discovered my front Ti skewer was broken. The round "nut" in the lever side had cracked. A few days ago I noticed my front...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-24-12, 10:32 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 22,318
Posted By wants185s

Is that the road shock (did they call it road...

Is that the road shock (did they call it road silk?) on that 3.0 or 2.8 frame with cantilevered dropouts? Those frames were very stiff and hard riding. How much does the front shock help?
Forum: Road Cycling
03-24-12, 08:42 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,481
Posted By wants185s

Try 19's or 20's and then you will love 23's.

Try 19's or 20's and then you will love 23's.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-25-12, 10:54 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,270
Posted By wants185s

+1 on the harsh ride. They did seem faster than...

+1 on the harsh ride. They did seem faster than 23's for me but I never was able to quantify. I rode a set for one year, never again.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-20-12, 10:35 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,644
Posted By wants185s

2500-3000 miles on the rear. Easily double that...

2500-3000 miles on the rear. Easily double that on the front. I do 3 tire sets, wear out two on the rear then repalce them all. I have had very few flats with 3 sets, most occurring near the end...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-20-12, 10:26 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,621
Posted By wants185s

He/she is probably looking for some extra upper...

He/she is probably looking for some extra upper body work to inprove overall fitness.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-02-12, 01:15 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 7,779
Posted By wants185s

I used to use the wax method in the "'80's. It...

I used to use the wax method in the "'80's. It was a PITA and it did not last all that long considering the effort involved-especially convincing the wife that it was not a problem puting the can of...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
01-04-12, 10:45 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 817
Posted By wants185s

If the original fork was a threaded aluminum...

If the original fork was a threaded aluminum Canondale fork with steel steerer there is a good chance that the steerer broke and the fork had to be replaced like I expereinced. My Canondale was a...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-26-11, 06:03 PM
Replies: 10,411
Views: 3,341,724
Posted By wants185s

Is this your first bike with 180mm cranks? What...

Is this your first bike with 180mm cranks? What do you think of them. I have about the same cycling inseam but I am a bit shorter. I also ride a 63 cm Cannondale. I occaisonally will put a pedal...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-07-11, 09:00 AM
Replies: 126
Views: 56,759
Posted By wants185s

6 feet, 37 inches cycling inseam. Thanks for the...

6 feet, 37 inches cycling inseam. Thanks for the plot. I knew I was at the extreme of mostly legs but it seems I have a bit more company than I thought.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-07-11, 08:52 AM
Replies: 126
Views: 56,759
Posted By wants185s

[QUOTE=alanbikehouston;2153505]Folks tend to use...

[QUOTE=alanbikehouston;2153505]Folks tend to use the word "inseam" to mean three different measurements. In this thread, some people will refer to their "slacks" inseam, some to their leg length, and...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-28-11, 01:27 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 3,746
Posted By wants185s

It is hard to appreciate the issue unless you are...

It is hard to appreciate the issue unless you are there. As I mentioned above I ride a 63 cm frame (center to top of seat tube), 60 cm top tube, with a 45 mm stem. My position is very comfortable (...
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