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Forum: Road Cycling

10-03-23, 05:04 AM

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Your Most Recent Cycling-related Purchase

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Posted By eduskator

I don't have a bag. Only jersey pockets ;)

I don't have a bag. Only jersey pockets ;)

Forum: Road Cycling

09-29-23, 04:42 AM

Replies: 70

Leaving Giant after 10 years of loyalty - Hello Specialized Tarmac SL8!

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Posted By eduskator

Finally got a chance to take it out for a quick...

Finally got a chance to take it out for a quick spin yesterday before my birthday dinner! It's stiff and responsive. What I can say for now is mannnnnn it feels good to be back to Shimano!

I'm...

Forum: Road Cycling

09-28-23, 09:00 AM

Replies: 4

How to put pro bike fit numbers into buying new bike?

Views: 397

Posted By DaveSSS

Stack gives you the vertical size. Reach gives...

Stack gives you the vertical size. Reach gives you the horizontal. Seat tube angle can affect the seat post setback needed. If you have a short stem, less reach might be something to look at. ...

Forum: Road Cycling

09-28-23, 04:59 AM

Replies: 70

Leaving Giant after 10 years of loyalty - Hello Specialized Tarmac SL8!

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Posted By eduskator

So here are some pictures of the beast! 1st...

So here are some pictures of the beast! 1st picture is at the shop with the uncut steerer tube and 2nd one is after a ceramic coating applied & the saddle and stem lowered to my specs. That front-end...

Forum: Road Cycling

09-27-23, 09:25 AM

Replies: 4

How to put pro bike fit numbers into buying new bike?

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Posted By cyclezen

Well, assuming the FIT numbers put you within...

Well, assuming the FIT numbers put you within some adjustment envelope of the Giant Defy - at whatever size you're on now.
Then any new bike should allow the same 'Fit' - assuming the 'Fit' really...

Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)

07-05-23, 09:59 AM

Replies: 10

Have a Giant Defy, want to go gravelling.

Views: 899

Posted By t2p

it can depend on the conditions/ type of gravel...

it can depend on the conditions/ type of gravel etc you plan to ride on - and of course the individual (rider)

I would not recommend it - but many ride gravel on 32 mm tires (and smaller) with...

Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)

07-04-23, 04:12 PM

Replies: 10

Have a Giant Defy, want to go gravelling.

Views: 899

Posted By tempocyclist

As long as your gravel routes aren't super...

As long as your gravel routes aren't super gnarly, a good 35mm will be enough on your Defy (and will fit well). I have a friend who uses that setup as his "gravel" bike.

If it were me and I just...

Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)

07-04-23, 02:35 PM

Replies: 10

Have a Giant Defy, want to go gravelling.

Views: 899

Posted By Polaris OBark

Keep what you have now as your road wheelset, but...

Keep what you have now as your road wheelset, but put 35mm or 38mm (if it will fit) Rene Herse EL slick tires on that, which will be great on road and off. If that isn't enough, get a 650b second...

Forum: Road Cycling

09-17-20, 10:05 AM

Replies: 19

Justify the extra cost for me here

Views: 1,768

Posted By Litespud

Absolutely the Giant - the extra grand will only...

Absolutely the Giant - the extra grand will only hurt once, when you're writing the check or pushing the Checkout button. Buy the other one, and you're going to be looking wistfully at every...

Forum: Road Cycling

09-17-20, 10:02 AM

Replies: 19

Justify the extra cost for me here

Views: 1,768

Posted By Rides4Beer

Not sure those two bikes are really comparable,...

Not sure those two bikes are really comparable, but I'd still go with the Giant, better warranty, disc brakes, looks better (subjective). +1 for never having heard of the other brand. There are...

Forum: Road Cycling

09-17-20, 09:47 AM

Replies: 19

Justify the extra cost for me here

Views: 1,768

Posted By PoorInRichfield

My worthless opinion... If your budget...

My worthless opinion...

If your budget allows, I'd go with the Giant. The Giant has all the modern technologies (except electronic shifting) and would likely make you a very happy camper for...

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