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Forum: Southern California
04-18-17, 12:06 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 6,720
Posted By juanebici

Thank you very much for the great info! That...

Thank you very much for the great info! That should give me a great start!
Forum: Southern California
04-16-17, 09:29 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 6,720
Posted By juanebici

Riding Highway 74

Hello,

I am going to Palm Desert for a few days and am looking for some 30 - 50 mile rides. I see that Highway 74 is a popular climb. How is the highway? Would you suggest ride up on a...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-31-16, 12:33 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 831
Posted By juanebici

Thank you for the prompt reply. I am new to...

Thank you for the prompt reply. I am new to cross (just did a couple races on a mtb bike). I think the SRAM will just fine...was comparing it to the better ultegra quality of the Nova Pro.
Now you...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-31-16, 11:22 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 831
Posted By juanebici

Need help deciding between these two bikes

Hello,

I am looking to buy either of these. Any way to help me choose would be appreciated.

Jamis Supernova 2012 - Ferguson Bicycle Shop - Ferguson, MO...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-13-15, 12:45 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 4,829
Posted By juanebici

RShantz i am also 136 - 140 depending on the time...

RShantz i am also 136 - 140 depending on the time of the day...I am 5'7"/8" is and I wear 30/30 pants and ride a 51 road bike. What size of Assos do you wear? most, if not all my stuff is S. I...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-21-15, 10:49 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 766
Posted By juanebici

joining a team - is it worth it?

Hello,

I have been riding for over 4 years and this year I did my first few races: 5 crits and 3 road races. I am looking into joining a team, but I was wondering about the benefits. I mostly...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-07-15, 08:45 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 8,011
Posted By juanebici

+ 1

+ 1
Forum: Masters Racing (All Disciplines)
07-08-15, 09:18 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,037
Posted By juanebici

Reporting back. The senior CAT 4/5 was hard, got...

Reporting back. The senior CAT 4/5 was hard, got dropped after 2 laps then pulled after the 3rd one.
On the Masters CAT 4/5 I did better. I finished my first crit! and even though i got 23rd...
Forum: Masters Racing (All Disciplines)
06-17-15, 07:26 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,037
Posted By juanebici

Thank you! they are at different times. 11 am...

Thank you! they are at different times. 11 am the senior and 12:45 the masters. I guess I will do both.

Any suggestion on what to do in between? Rest, stretch...recovery ride, refuel?
Forum: Masters Racing (All Disciplines)
06-16-15, 10:06 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,037
Posted By juanebici

At 44 years old what category of race do I enter?

This is a 30 minute criterium. Do I enter the Men Senior Cat 4/5 or the Men Master 40-49 Cat 4/5?
I am still new to this, so not sure what the difference between the Senior and the Master category...
Forum: Masters Racing (All Disciplines)
06-15-15, 11:47 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,777
Posted By juanebici

Thank you for the advice! I will be doing...

Thank you for the advice! I will be doing another criterium in two weeks and will for sure pay attention to the things you mention. I have enjoyed the two I have done so far....I am sure I will get...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-15, 03:31 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 573
Posted By juanebici

Shimano 321 v 260 v 171

Anyone with experience on these? If money wasn't an obstacle, which one would you get? I have tried the 321 and 171, but not the 260.

Thanks,

Juan
Forum: Masters Racing (All Disciplines)
06-08-15, 11:53 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,777
Posted By juanebici

Thank you! One thing for sure then, I didn't warm...

Thank you! One thing for sure then, I didn't warm up enough...next time!
Forum: Masters Racing (All Disciplines)
06-06-15, 07:44 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,777
Posted By juanebici

Well, I did my second crit and same results. I...

Well, I did my second crit and same results. I lasted 7 minutes both times! Is this normal? At least I am being consistent...Gotta get stronger, that is for sure....
Forum: Masters Racing (All Disciplines)
06-06-15, 10:17 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,777
Posted By juanebici

warming up before a crit

For how long and how much time before the race do you warm up? Trainer or riding around? The crit is a CAT5, 30 minutes.

Thank you,

Juan
Forum: Road Cycling
05-31-15, 10:08 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 497
Posted By juanebici

I too can relate, I am 44 and I started about 4...

I too can relate, I am 44 and I started about 4 years ago...I also wonder what I could have done, if I started 10- 15 years ago. I played soccer instead and the many injures pointed me to cycling. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-29-15, 10:30 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,013
Posted By juanebici

Any one else have experience with these shoes?

Any one else have experience with these shoes?
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-15, 11:08 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,013
Posted By juanebici

Thank you for the reply. I guess the heel does...

Thank you for the reply. I guess the heel does lift a little when I walk. It does not fully come out of the shoe, but just gets off the insole as I walk. The soles are definitively stiffer than on...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-15, 09:59 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,013
Posted By juanebici

SiDi Genius 5 Fit Carbon Road shoes fit

Hello,

I went from Giro shoes to the SiDi Genius 5 and the SiDi fit perfectly besides my heel. When I walk, my heel tries to pull out of the shoe. I have not tried them on the bike yet, so I...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-26-15, 10:08 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,502
Posted By juanebici

I have the C24s, which replaced the stock Mavic...

I have the C24s, which replaced the stock Mavic Aksium Race wheels, on my Jamis Xenith. I got them for $700 from PBK and at that price you can't go wrong. They climb and roll great, they just go. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-25-15, 04:21 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 26,975
Posted By juanebici

I have just the rear on my 2014 Jamis Xenith. I...

I have just the rear on my 2014 Jamis Xenith. I have ridden over 3k miles with no issues.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-25-15, 04:19 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 26,975
Posted By juanebici

My 2014 Jamis Xenith Race has it on the rear. ...

My 2014 Jamis Xenith Race has it on the rear. The way I understand it, at least for the rear one, is that it allows for less rigid seat stays (no cross bar and not needed extra strength) for a more...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-13-15, 09:04 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,260
Posted By juanebici

Jamis Icon

Jamis Icon
Forum: Road Cycling
05-12-15, 11:06 PM
Replies: 223
Views: 28,623
Posted By juanebici

Jamis

Jamis
Forum: Road Cycling
05-08-15, 12:47 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,197
Posted By juanebici

It's a great bike! I have the 2014 Race model and...

It's a great bike! I have the 2014 Race model and love it. For that price you can't go wrong! Enjoy!
Forum: Masters Racing (All Disciplines)
05-07-15, 10:09 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,415
Posted By juanebici

Thank you for all your input. I had a lot of...

Thank you for all your input. I had a lot of fun. On the climb, I was too conservative and was the last to arrive in my category, but lesson learned. I manage to finish in just over 30 minutes at...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-07-15, 10:05 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,004
Posted By juanebici

I manage to get to the top! i was too...

I manage to get to the top! i was too conservative and was the last to arrive in my category, but lesson learned. I manage to finish in just over 30 minutes at an average of 7.7 MPH. See Strava if...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-30-15, 09:24 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,004
Posted By juanebici

Tour de Bloom in Wenatchee this weekend.

Tour de Bloom in Wenatchee this weekend.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-29-15, 10:45 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,004
Posted By juanebici

It's a race and only the 4.25 mile climb. It will...

It's a race and only the 4.25 mile climb. It will be my first race and first climb of that nature. I will be doing a crit later the same day and a road race the next day. I have been riding for 4...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-29-15, 08:59 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,004
Posted By juanebici

4.25 miles 1800 ft climb

How would you approach a 4.25 mile with 1800 feet elevation climb? Start slow, attack it, low cadence, high cadence...just go for it? Any way to time this right not to blow my legs up?

Thank...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-25-15, 09:24 AM
Replies: 3,116
Views: 535,384
Posted By juanebici

@ Sculpture Park, Seattle.

@ Sculpture Park, Seattle.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-24-15, 09:11 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 523
Posted By juanebici

Thank you, I do have it...and I have been using...

Thank you, I do have it...and I have been using it....and I will continue to use it!
Forum: Road Cycling
04-24-15, 08:07 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 523
Posted By juanebici

Skewer question for trainer

Do I need a different/special skewer when on the trainer? I currently have Shimano Dura Ace C24 wheels with DA skewers.

Thank you in advance.

Juan
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-22-15, 07:21 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 6,034
Posted By juanebici

Ultegra 6800 switching from 11-28 to 11-32 cassette

Hello,

I am switching my rear cassette and dérailleur for better steep hill climbing. I am going to a 32t from 28. Do I need to lengthen the chain?

Thank you,

Juan
Forum: Road Cycling
04-20-15, 03:55 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,387
Posted By juanebici

Thank you for the reply. This is my first race...

Thank you for the reply. This is my first race and I want to do the best I can...I am also doing a crit the same day and a road race the next day...(if that matters for gear picking, specially if...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-20-15, 03:29 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,387
Posted By juanebici

Thank you. It is my first race and I am entering...

Thank you. It is my first race and I am entering the Cat 5, so i think I am going with the 11-32 in the back. Thanks again for all the input!
Forum: Road Cycling
04-20-15, 03:07 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,387
Posted By juanebici

I have a 52/36 in the front, just a slight...

I have a 52/36 in the front, just a slight difference there...how fast are you climbing? I like to have the option to switch so I can rest the legs then move faster...
Forum: Masters Racing (All Disciplines)
04-20-15, 01:07 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,415
Posted By juanebici

Thank you for the input. I am staying on the 40+...

Thank you for the input. I am staying on the 40+ Cat 4/5 category. There are only 10 riders in it so far anyway. I just hope to learn the ropes since this is my first race ever. I will be doing a...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-20-15, 12:58 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,387
Posted By juanebici

Thank you for the input. I am light, at 138 lbs....

Thank you for the input. I am light, at 138 lbs. I love hills and I think I can do well on them and for sure get stronger, but i just want to have that safety net and that is why I am inclining on...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-19-15, 09:49 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,387
Posted By juanebici

Advice on gearing for hill climb

Hello,

I have entered a hill climb race that climbs 1,850 vertical feet over 4.25 miles. I currently run a 52/36 crank and 11-28 in the back. Would I be ok with what I have, should I get an...
Forum: Masters Racing (All Disciplines)
04-18-15, 11:39 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,415
Posted By juanebici

Sorry to steal this thread, but i do need some...

Sorry to steal this thread, but i do need some perspective from the Masters. I have been riding recreationally for over 4 years now and considered my self in good shape, but have never raced. I am...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-15-15, 10:34 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 11,264
Posted By juanebici

I had a creacking/ticking sound while riding at...

I had a creacking/ticking sound while riding at times....road conditions made it more often. I retighten the headset a bit and the noise went away. There was absolutely no play on my headset before...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-08-15, 09:32 PM
Replies: 180
Views: 22,655
Posted By juanebici

444569http://www.bikeforums.net/road-cycling/attac...

444569http://www.bikeforums.net/road-cycling/attachment.php?attachmentid=443984&stc=1&thumb=1&d=1428550242
Forum: Road Cycling
04-07-15, 09:41 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,438
Posted By juanebici

The trim feature is mostly useful when you are...

The trim feature is mostly useful when you are cross gearing (small gear in front and small gear in back, or big big)...play with it and when you hear your FD rubbing, click either lever (depending...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-07-15, 12:25 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 9,966
Posted By juanebici

What is your budget? Jamis makes great bikes! I...

What is your budget? Jamis makes great bikes! I own two. I have a 2011 Quest (with Shimano 105), which is comparable to the Elite today. The Comp is a better value in my opinion, if you have the...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-07-15, 12:09 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 889
Posted By juanebici

I ordered a set of DA C24s just recently. I did...

I ordered a set of DA C24s just recently. I did receive them within a week or so, but I did pay about $56 on tariffs. It was still worth it. The wheels were $700 compare to $1200 in the US!
Forum: Road Cycling
04-06-15, 11:52 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 632
Posted By juanebici

Buying use can be tricky and time...

Buying use can be tricky and time consuming....depending on what is out there you may get lucky. If you go to a couple of LBSs you can try different brand and sizes to find what fits best. Search...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-06-15, 11:08 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,879
Posted By juanebici

Played soccer for many years....too many...

Played soccer for many years....too many injuries. Had fractured both fibulas, sprained both MCLs, and badly sprained my left ankle. Then a labrum tear on my left hip that needed surgery. I have...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-05-15, 09:17 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 795
Posted By juanebici

Don't overlook the Sigma products. I have a...

Don't overlook the Sigma products. I have a Sigma Rox 10 and it works great. It has a nice Data Center SW and you can upload to Strava, if you wish.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-04-15, 08:01 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 5,477
Posted By juanebici

+ 1 I would give them a second chance...

+ 1 I would give them a second chance...
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