It just doesnt make any sense
11-06-21, 11:10 AM
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The demise of the triple is really driven by a lack of market.
When I mentioned Elon Musk being worth $300 billion is was more a testament to electric vehicles. Twenty years ago the Honda Insight was a total sales disaster. Apart from having a hideous appearance, there was no viable market for it.
Teslas have a better appearance, but still nothing close to earth shattering, and twenty years later they have become luxury/pseudo luxury cars of choice. And it is not because 6 figure executives are conscious about fossil fuels.
The Dura Ace 7803 was the signal of the demise. A great crank that should have been embraced by triple road enthusiasts seeking a high end option. My regret was not being interested in triples when they were being sold at blow out prices.
John
When I mentioned Elon Musk being worth $300 billion is was more a testament to electric vehicles. Twenty years ago the Honda Insight was a total sales disaster. Apart from having a hideous appearance, there was no viable market for it.
Teslas have a better appearance, but still nothing close to earth shattering, and twenty years later they have become luxury/pseudo luxury cars of choice. And it is not because 6 figure executives are conscious about fossil fuels.
The Dura Ace 7803 was the signal of the demise. A great crank that should have been embraced by triple road enthusiasts seeking a high end option. My regret was not being interested in triples when they were being sold at blow out prices.
John
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11-06-21, 11:44 AM
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11-06-21, 11:54 AM
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11-06-21, 12:51 PM
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11-06-21, 01:47 PM
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OK, at 23 pages and going strong (now part of my entertainment regarding this thread is guessing how long it will go), it is now time for me to make a post just to say I'm here. I mean, it's almost like I really don't belong to BF in a complete way unless I do. You all get it, right?
I'll do my best.
I have a Surly Disc Trucker. It has a 3x9 on it. I ride it exclusively now. I live in a very hilly area. Everything is up and down. There are some very challenging hills. I would like to upgrade to a bike that is better suited for very rough pavement and dirt/gravel roads, but the pandemic pretty much shut me out. I'm also not sure of what trade offs I would want to make when I do change bikes and type of drive train. I don't have to worry about it right now because components are still not really available (for what I want) and I plan on building up a bike from a frameset. OK, let's see now...is there anything else I should say....um....I guess, well.....it just doesn't make any sense.
Was that all right? Can I stay?
I'll do my best.
I have a Surly Disc Trucker. It has a 3x9 on it. I ride it exclusively now. I live in a very hilly area. Everything is up and down. There are some very challenging hills. I would like to upgrade to a bike that is better suited for very rough pavement and dirt/gravel roads, but the pandemic pretty much shut me out. I'm also not sure of what trade offs I would want to make when I do change bikes and type of drive train. I don't have to worry about it right now because components are still not really available (for what I want) and I plan on building up a bike from a frameset. OK, let's see now...is there anything else I should say....um....I guess, well.....it just doesn't make any sense.
Was that all right? Can I stay?
11-06-21, 01:51 PM
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Fine, whatever. Not like this thread is of any ultimate significance. It's @rydabent's world, we're just living in it.
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11-06-21, 03:33 PM
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This thread needs a slogan to rally around and unite us.
Due to the somewhat conspiratorial undertones of manufacturers scheming to push cyclists into setups that are merely self serving for the manufacturers, I propose…
Where We Go 1x We Go 2x/3x
John
Due to the somewhat conspiratorial undertones of manufacturers scheming to push cyclists into setups that are merely self serving for the manufacturers, I propose…
Where We Go 1x We Go 2x/3x
John
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11-06-21, 04:52 PM
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Just in case anyone is wondering, I’m not involved in any conspiracy stuff.
I didn’t ride my bike to Dallas to see JFK, and was basically making fun of the whole thing. For anyone who is into that stuff, don’t contact me as I will only laugh at you.
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I didn’t ride my bike to Dallas to see JFK, and was basically making fun of the whole thing. For anyone who is into that stuff, don’t contact me as I will only laugh at you.
John
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11-06-21, 07:32 PM
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Does that mean we won't be discussing baby oil chain lube made from real babies?
11-06-21, 07:35 PM
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11-07-21, 05:36 PM
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I shouldn't have to "make myself more visible;" Drivers should just stop running people over.
Car dependency is a tax.
I shouldn't have to "make myself more visible;" Drivers should just stop running people over.
Car dependency is a tax.
11-08-21, 03:39 AM
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11-08-21, 03:48 AM
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11-08-21, 06:40 AM
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It was an April Fool's Day joke a few years ago.
https://www.renehersecycles.com/comp...ntuple-cranks/
https://www.renehersecycles.com/comp...ntuple-cranks/
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11-08-21, 09:43 AM
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It was an April Fool's Day joke a few years ago.
https://www.renehersecycles.com/comp...ntuple-cranks/
https://www.renehersecycles.com/comp...ntuple-cranks/
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11-08-21, 10:34 AM
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I just found the other thread. The funniest part is the people who thought it was a great idea! I just thought it was some ridiculous experimental contraption - which is not that unusual in cycling e.g. L-shaped cranks.
11-08-21, 10:38 AM
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