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NinetyFourCurious, do you guys have any preferred electrolyte mixes you use for endurance rides? I'm talking 3+ hours. What kind of scheduling do you drink it on if you do? Like every other bottle or...?
NinetyFourCurious, do you guys have any preferred electrolyte mixes you use for endurance rides? I'm talking 3+ hours. What kind of scheduling do you drink it on if you do? Like every other bottle or...?
Pocari Sweat is my go-to drink!
although sometimes I'll buy a drink like this salt and fruit drink. (it isn't actual juice.)
This summer I bought a second bottle cage and I found it really helps on long rides. For hydration I usually have a bottle of tea (usually barley tea or mixed tea) in my front bottle and then in the seatpost bottle I have either Pocari Sweat or another sweet drink. I just avoid sucralose and aspartame. Once or twice on really long rides I tried putting a carbonated vitamin drink in my bottle. Worst idea ever... shoulda kept it in my back pocket
as for how often to drink them... depends. if it's June or September and 25-30 degrees I'll drink one every 3-5 hours. If it's 40 degrees and the middle of August I could drink one every 2 hours along with countless litres of tea.
Went to the LBS and got a bag of Skratch to see what it was like. I'll admit it's fairly sour with a weaker taste, I'd almost mix less than they recommend though and carry less straight water. I put in a 45KM XC ride yesterday though and it definitely made a world of difference.
.MASSHOLE.Just got a Garmin 520, my phone battery is about to be a lot happier.
I ride with a 510 and it's awesome. I use virtual partner all the time (same thing as live segments just with some additional work) and it is super nice to have. For mountain biking to, being able to have a live map to navigate back home is so awesome if the trails are unfamiliar. I guess the same would go for road riding in new places to.
Found the frame and campy front wheel at my local co-op for a whole 30$
Not sure if it's actually Torelli since it's an obvious repaint, but it's definitely italian with Columbus tubing and a gipiemme fork, so that's legit.
As far as components, the thing is a classic frankenstein.. suntour mechs and SR crankset, shimano shifters and brakes, 3t stem and bars, as well as seatpost, Terry liberator seat, shimano dura ace laced to a very nice araya rim, with a campy front wheel. It had no BB, so I installed a Campagnolo C-record BB from the mid-80's in it. Threw some vintage magnesium time pedals on it as well and now it rolls so well. Absolutely amazing bike for long rides with no big climbs - I take the Cannondale if I need something light for climbing.
**This post was edited on Sep 30th 2015 at 9:43:14am
do you guys wash your windbreakers, and how often? I have one of those thin ripstop ones that packs into your pocket. I was thinking of washing it every couple of times in a laundry net
Just bought an All-City Spacehorse. Like this but a few year's older in light blue:
It's a mix between a road/gravel/light touring rig. I debated on which way to go for months as I was split between a road only or cross specific bike. Ultimately I picked this and have been super stoked. I have a pair of flats on it for ripping around on trails, then a pair of clip pedals for hauling ass on long distance road/gravel rides. Want to go camping? Throw on a rack and some frame bags and I'll be all set. I have an affinity for steel bikes and this beast hauls ass and is sturdy enough for light single track, yet not too heavy or sluggish for ripping around town.
I got a quick ride in last weekend when the temps hit high 50s low 60s.
Can't wait to get out more frequently!
I went out for a hill climb last saturday. I am going to participate in a 10k hill climb competition on april 10th so I need to train for that. I don't feel ready haha
I got a quick ride in last weekend when the temps hit high 50s low 60s.
Can't wait to get out more frequently!
Rode to work for the first time this season the other day. Forgot to pack underwear. Free balled it all day at work. I now keep extra "essentials" in a file cabinet.
Yeah ultegra is so smooth compared to the 105 on my cx bike. Also that speedx looks pretty awesome but at that low of a price I would question the quality
Thats exactly what I was thinking. I read some of the comments and apparently its the same carbon used on the previous pinarello dogmas, dont know the accuracy of it though.
User1Yeah ultegra is so smooth compared to the 105 on my cx bike. Also that speedx looks pretty awesome but at that low of a price I would question the quality
Finally got around to doing some research, they do in fact use the same carbon company as pinarello.
Anyone know anything about this website? Seems like for 1200 or so I can get myself on a solid road bike for an intermediate bike rider for like 10-20 miles rides
Anyone know anything about this website? Seems like for 1200 or so I can get myself on a solid road bike for an intermediate bike rider for like 10-20 miles rides
I'd go look at your local bike store, chances are you can find some 2015 or even 2014 models on sale as they try to clear inventory for the new season.
That being said, Bikesdirect isn't bad, but I believe you have to put them together?
Anyone know anything about this website? Seems like for 1200 or so I can get myself on a solid road bike for an intermediate bike rider for like 10-20 miles rides
Bikes direct is fine, but the quality of the builds aren't always 100% awesome because they're put together and boxed haphazardly in Taiwan, so they haven't always gone through the ringer of a shop build.
Bikes Direct bikes are all built by the same folks that build Diamondback, Felt, GT, Raleigh and Kona... so generally the quality is pretty good when it comes to the actual welds and everything. The components aren't always incredible in the cheap stuff - especially the mountain bikes and hybrids, but if you spend a bit more you'll be getting pretty decent stuff.
For example, the Mercier Kilo TT is probably the best starting Trackbike/Fixed Gear bike you can buy for the money - to build what they give you from bikes direct would cost like 700$ in parts, and it only costs like 400$. Same goes for most things at and over the 400-500$ range and above.
That said, if you have 1200$ in your budget, forget about bikesdirect... you can get a fucking BANGER bike for 1200$ or less.
shit, for that money I'd build up something with a pristine Colombus SLX/Reynolds 853 frame, and go full Campagnolo Super Record or C-record and call it a day with a sexy steel machine...
Either that or go full modern with something Carbon mixed with Ultegra 10 or 11spd (Di2 and EPS are dumb)
decided to look into a road bike instead of upgrading my mountain bike. no major elevation changes around here and I like to ride fast, but I'd also like to be able to join friends on an occasional tour.
budget is around $800 and I'm looking for something used. what else should I know/look for besides 105/force groupset or better?
foodisfundecided to look into a road bike instead of upgrading my mountain bike. no major elevation changes around here and I like to ride fast, but I'd also like to be able to join friends on an occasional tour.
budget is around $800 and I'm looking for something used. what else should I know/look for besides 105/force groupset or better?
Frankly, beyond that, nothing. Just peruse Craigslist, test ride a few bikes that fit you, and obviously inspect for damage on any carbon frame.
And FYI, the new Tiagra 4700 is very similar to the old 105 5700 group set as both are 10 speed.
.MASSHOLE.Frankly, beyond that, nothing. Just peruse Craigslist, test ride a few bikes that fit you, and obviously inspect for damage on any carbon frame.
And FYI, the new Tiagra 4700 is very similar to the old 105 5700 group set as both are 10 speed.
So... I have the opportunity to pick up a 2009 Merckx EX-3 frame/fork with Ultegra 6600 components. Only thing it's missing is cranks and wheels. The seller is asking $600cdn. Seems like an insane deal. I spoke with the guy and he said it was raced the first year, ridden a bit the second year and it's been sitting in storage since 2011.
I'm going to go take a look on Sunday (it's in another city and I work tomorrow), but seems almost too good to be true. I'm thinking at the very least, I could throw some cranks and wheels on and sell the whole thing for $2k (or more) if I don't like it. Anything I should be watching out for (besides a cracked frame)?
I know this is a long shot but does anyone on here do RAGBRAI? I believe its the target supported ride in the US and Im there every year an NS hookup at a beer garden would be chyll
saskskierSo... I have the opportunity to pick up a 2009 Merckx EX-3 frame/fork with Ultegra 6600 components. Only thing it's missing is cranks and wheels. The seller is asking $600cdn. Seems like an insane deal. I spoke with the guy and he said it was raced the first year, ridden a bit the second year and it's been sitting in storage since 2011.
I'm going to go take a look on Sunday (it's in another city and I work tomorrow), but seems almost too good to be true. I'm thinking at the very least, I could throw some cranks and wheels on and sell the whole thing for $2k (or more) if I don't like it. Anything I should be watching out for (besides a cracked frame)?
Thoughts?
Only other thing to look out for is if it is stolen. Obviously if the guy knows very little about bikes, it should raise a red flag. You can check the serial number and there are a bunch of websites you can search it on, such as https://bikeindex.org/stolen. Not sure if people use it in Canada, but they do in the US.
That being said, I would be shocked if you could sell it for $2k. I imagine the most you could sell it for would be $800-$1,200 as the frame is ~7 years old, and the Ultegra groupo is a 10speed.
My riding buddy recently got an '01 Cannondale caad with ultegra and dura ace, and God damn do I want a nice stiff race bike now. Riding a fixed gear that is a couple sizes too small is getting pretty hard on my knees and back.
.MASSHOLE.Only other thing to look out for is if it is stolen. Obviously if the guy knows very little about bikes, it should raise a red flag. You can check the serial number and there are a bunch of websites you can search it on, such as https://bikeindex.org/stolen. Not sure if people use it in Canada, but they do in the US.
That being said, I would be shocked if you could sell it for $2k. I imagine the most you could sell it for would be $800-$1,200 as the frame is ~7 years old, and the Ultegra groupo is a 10speed.
So as it turns out, the guy was just looking to give a fellow cyclist a deal on a set-up he doesn't use.
I picked it up from his place which was an apartment with three complete bikes, frames and stickered up tool boxes full of park tools. He's been riding high-end steel frames for a while, but figured he'd try carbon when got a super good deal from a friend who raced semi-pro in Europe. Didn't like it and wanted to pass the deal on. Just need to find some wheels and cranks and I'm golden.
Regardless, if I decide to sell (not planning on it right now), I'll make money.
saskskierSo as it turns out, the guy was just looking to give a fellow cyclist a deal on a set-up he doesn't use.
I picked it up from his place which was an apartment with three complete bikes, frames and stickered up tool boxes full of park tools. He's been riding high-end steel frames for a while, but figured he'd try carbon when got a super good deal from a friend who raced semi-pro in Europe. Didn't like it and wanted to pass the deal on. Just need to find some wheels and cranks and I'm golden.
Regardless, if I decide to sell (not planning on it right now), I'll make money.
Planning on getting a new bike this winter as my current ride has ~5,000 miles and will have another 2,000 by December if not more, looking at something with a disc option and Ui2. I can't wait.
On another note, how often do people replace helmets? I imagine the constant salt from sweating must have a degrading effect on it.
.MASSHOLE.On another note, how often do people replace helmets? I imagine the constant salt from sweating must have a degrading effect on it.
I believe they have a lifespan of 3-5 years... but if you take a good spill and there's a chance you hit your head then it should be replaced. (similar to ski helmets)
I'm a former mechanic and it really pains me when I have to take my bike into the shop for things I should be able to do myself but can't because I don't have a stand :(
*N_Wist*I believe they have a lifespan of 3-5 years... but if you take a good spill and there's a chance you hit your head then it should be replaced. (similar to ski helmets)
I'm a former mechanic and it really pains me when I have to take my bike into the shop for things I should be able to do myself but can't because I don't have a stand :(
Good to know about intended lifespan. I've had mine for ~2 years but sweat a lot so I wasn't sure.
I need to start building up my tool kit so I can do more work at home for mine. Save me a lot of $$.
*N_Wist*I'm a former mechanic and it really pains me when I have to take my bike into the shop for things I should be able to do myself but can't because I don't have a stand :(
Amen to that. Multiple bikes, some tools, no stand. Priorities are priorities, but still... Ha ha.
saskskierAmen to that. Multiple bikes, some tools, no stand. Priorities are priorities, but still... Ha ha.
I think I'm just going to bite the bullet soon and buy a stand plus all the tools I need...
we used to have one of these at the shop I worked at, it was more for portability/ a spare kind of annoying because it wasn't heavy enough so if you had to crank down on something it would move around
On another note, how often do people replace helmets? I imagine the constant salt from sweating must have a degrading effect on it.[/QUOTEAs often as it take to stay in style
Did something I thought I wouldn't do and bought a bike on ebay before seeing it in person. Seemed like a good enough deal and I'm local to pick it up. It's a 2014 Blue AC1 with sram red and I paid 950.
Didn't know anything about Blue, but the few reviews I saw of this bike and the brand in general were pretty positive. Maybe too aggressive going for an aero bike as my first real road bike? but I basically just want to ride fast anyway.
I was going to one of my local shops yesterday and didn't realize they were hosting a crit. race. The course was set up a few blocks around the shop and I caught about the last 10 laps or so.
Holy crap.
I'd heard of crit racing before, but didn't really realize what it was and man. Way more intense than I anticipated. The speed those guys hit corners at are crazy. Looks like a ton of fun.
foodisfunDid something I thought I wouldn't do and bought a bike on ebay before seeing it in person. Seemed like a good enough deal and I'm local to pick it up. It's a 2014 Blue AC1 with sram red and I paid 950.
Didn't know anything about Blue, but the few reviews I saw of this bike and the brand in general were pretty positive. Maybe too aggressive going for an aero bike as my first real road bike? but I basically just want to ride fast anyway.
Looks like a sweet bike. Nice find. Aero is not a problem, you see some guys on the TdF and other grand tours who use aero bikes for every stage.
I do recommend a basic bike fit, especially if you feel pressure in your groin area or get numb hands/feet. Usually indicative of a poor fit but can be remedied pretty easily. Ignoring the groin pressure and the numb hands and feet for too long can result in some nerve damage.
saskskierI was going to one of my local shops yesterday and didn't realize they were hosting a crit. race. The course was set up a few blocks around the shop and I caught about the last 10 laps or so.
Holy crap.
I'd heard of crit racing before, but didn't really realize what it was and man. Way more intense than I anticipated. The speed those guys hit corners at are crazy. Looks like a ton of fun.
It is insane! They hold one at UVM then the GMSR in Burlington with some semi-pro teams and it is crazy how fast they go. And the crashes can be ridiculous.
.MASSHOLE.Looks like a sweet bike. Nice find. Aero is not a problem, you see some guys on the TdF and other grand tours who use aero bikes for every stage.
I do recommend a basic bike fit, especially if you feel pressure in your groin area or get numb hands/feet. Usually indicative of a poor fit but can be remedied pretty easily. Ignoring the groin pressure and the numb hands and feet for too long can result in some nerve damage.
Thanks dude, good stuff to know for sure. Should be meeting up with the guy tomorrow to pick it up. I'm pumped.
*N_Wist*I think I'm just going to bite the bullet soon and buy a stand plus all the tools I need...
we used to have one of these at the shop I worked at, it was more for portability/ a spare kind of annoying because it wasn't heavy enough so if you had to crank down on something it would move around
If you're going to get an inexpensive portable stand, get the Park PCS-10. It has locking legs, a shop quality handle with quick release function, and the ability to mount Park's tool caddy accessory. It's a massive upgrade over the PCS-9 and anyone looking for a stand should just skip right over the PCS-9.
If you have the money though, Feedback's stands are awesome.
Brought home the new ride yesterday. Super light and feels pretty good on the short ride I did. Will definitely bring it in for a tune up and inspection soon for peace of mind.
I'm worried about the frame, though. No cracks or damage you can feel, but there's wrinkles throughout the frame and fork. This isn't normal is it?
foodisfunBrought home the new ride yesterday. Super light and feels pretty good on the short ride I did. Will definitely bring it in for a tune up and inspection soon for peace of mind.
I'm worried about the frame, though. No cracks or damage you can feel, but there's wrinkles throughout the frame and fork. This isn't normal is it?
Did the seller include pictures or information saying the frame was wrinkled like that? If not, I would have asked for my money back. There are sometimes the carbon layup isn't perfect and (from what I've heard), it's often cosmetic. That said, I don't think I've seen any as bad as that. Also, with it being on the top tube and always visible, it would always be nagging in the back of my mind, even if I knew it was purely cosmetic.
