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Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
07-29-11, 09:11 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 608
Posted By Heckboy

Your brakes will work better as the anodizing is...

Your brakes will work better as the anodizing is scrubbed off so I'd say that is not a issue. A change to a machined surface doesn't matter except that it isn't anodized and your rims have already...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
06-18-11, 06:08 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 775
Posted By Heckboy

Wow. I think you are drinking a lot of water. I...

Wow. I think you are drinking a lot of water. I normally target about one bottle/hour unless I'm in extreme conditions of heat and humidity. I also do not normally drink plain water. I use...
Forum: Southern California
06-12-11, 11:21 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,320
Posted By Heckboy

I never hear about cyclists evading motor laws...

I never hear about cyclists evading motor laws from non-cyclists. Everyone I know knows I ride a lot and they can differentiate between me and an ignoramus. You should find some new "non-cyclists"...
Forum: Southern California
06-12-11, 02:33 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,320
Posted By Heckboy

Your statement, that I have placed in bold above,...

Your statement, that I have placed in bold above, and statements like that have been used to justify racism and prejudice since xenophobs could speak. Bull-pucky. The actions of one do not...
Forum: Southern California
05-05-11, 10:18 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 607
Posted By Heckboy

Take the San Juan Creek trail towards San Juan. ...

Take the San Juan Creek trail towards San Juan. When you get to the ped/cycle bridge cross it and bear right. You'll go under Camino Cap and the 5. Continue on the trail into a cul de sac which is...
Forum: Southern California
05-01-11, 10:45 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 552
Posted By Heckboy

I was just went down (south bound) Marguerite...

I was just went down (south bound) Marguerite about a week ago. The area around Oso Pkwy is miserable. That road could be a nice ride if it weren't for the the area between La Paz and Oso.
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
04-25-11, 10:01 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,584
Posted By Heckboy

It's funny: the flat resistance of a particular...

It's funny: the flat resistance of a particular tire is truly an individual experience. I can say with all certainty that I had one flat every 12 miles for the two weeks that I had the...
Forum: Southern California
02-13-11, 10:07 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,069
Posted By Heckboy

I have no top speed limit. I race automobiles as...

I have no top speed limit. I race automobiles as a hobby also. For each descent you need to be aware of the unique situation.

I have noticed that most cyclists are poor descenders (not looking...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
01-09-11, 03:50 PM
Replies: 315
Views: 29,952
Posted By Heckboy

I hadn't seen the exact quota yet. Where did you...

I hadn't seen the exact quota yet. Where did you find it?
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
01-06-11, 02:34 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 9,623
Posted By Heckboy

I would go back to the original reason I went to...

I would go back to the original reason I went to the fitter. What were you looking for when you visited the fitter?

If you are in pain within 6 miles the bike fit is probably not right for you. ...
Forum: Southern California
01-03-11, 02:29 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 319
Posted By Heckboy

I terms of you being seen darker is better. By...

I terms of you being seen darker is better. By that I mean that your bicycle light source will contrast sharply with the surrounding darkness. As far as you seeing, you won't have the advantage of...
Forum: Southern California
12-03-10, 11:25 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,982
Posted By Heckboy

I ride south from Orange County pretty often. ...

I ride south from Orange County pretty often. I've always thought that San Diego County needed to raise some road tax money from somewhere. The roads along the coast are terrible.

Good luck,
HB
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
10-31-10, 02:04 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,240
Posted By Heckboy

An old cycling buddy of mine used to say "If you...

An old cycling buddy of mine used to say "If you think riding a bike is mostly mental you aren't putting in enough miles." I tend to agree and believe that the less fit you are the more important...
Forum: Southern California
10-28-10, 03:21 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,050
Posted By Heckboy

Amtrak Coast Starlight from LA to Oakland. Bart...

Amtrak Coast Starlight from LA to Oakland. Bart from Oakland to SF. No buses needed.
Forum: Southern California
09-18-10, 03:11 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 603
Posted By Heckboy

I would not ride them without having them...

I would not ride them without having them properly tensioned and stress relieved first. Truing is one thing that is easy to visualize, however, proper spoke tension is what makes a wheel durable and...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
09-05-10, 08:04 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,684
Posted By Heckboy

No it is turning the wheel while it is mounted on...

No it is turning the wheel while it is mounted on a bike. Turning the axle in your hand also reveals a difference that feels even more dramatic. The Shimano feels a lot more notchy than the...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
09-05-10, 01:29 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,684
Posted By Heckboy

The brightness of your headlight will not be...

The brightness of your headlight will not be effected by the hub you choose except perhaps at the very lowest speeds, 5 miles/hour or so.

I bike commute year round and ride in the dark frequently....
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
08-29-10, 11:03 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,977
Posted By Heckboy

The tire from the front is in good condition. I...

The tire from the front is in good condition. I think that there were only two flats in the front and they didn't leave big cuts. The rear tire has a number of through the casing cuts, one severe...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
08-28-10, 03:35 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,977
Posted By Heckboy

I've used the Rando Hypers in 37 width. I'd rate...

I've used the Rando Hypers in 37 width. I'd rate them as being in the same group as cheap tires in terms of rolling resistance (speed). They were quite puncture resistant. I ran the rear down to...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
05-18-10, 09:43 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 762
Posted By Heckboy

Warm weather riding, which to me means 58F and...

Warm weather riding, which to me means 58F and up, I generally skip the rain gear all together. I run a wool jersey and socks with a mesh backed wind-proof front vest. For gloves I run what I...
Forum: Southern California
01-18-10, 09:22 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 719
Posted By Heckboy

I shipped my bike from the OC to Crescent City,...

I shipped my bike from the OC to Crescent City, CA for about $55 via UPS last October. I shipped to a bike shop. United would have charged $150 to take the bike as checked luggage.

Make sure...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
11-10-09, 12:26 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 26,965
Posted By Heckboy

That is one of my beefs with Continental tires:...

That is one of my beefs with Continental tires: they are frigg'n expensive.

Later,
HB
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
10-14-09, 02:27 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 26,965
Posted By Heckboy

I put a set of Parigi-Roubaix on for about 3...

I put a set of Parigi-Roubaix on for about 3 three weeks. I absolutely loved the comfort and road feel of the tires but they are entirely too tender for my use. I got a flat every 25 miles,...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
10-14-09, 01:50 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 26,965
Posted By Heckboy

Jump on almost anything that is a something "pro"...

Jump on almost anything that is a something "pro" tire by Vittoria and you'll find a better ride. For example I run Vittoria Rubino Pro in 28c on one of my long range bikes. I run 90# front and...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
10-07-09, 02:02 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 26,965
Posted By Heckboy

You should consider setting the 28mm tire...

You should consider setting the 28mm tire pressure to something more reasonable. Depending on your weight, say not much over 200#s, you can probably get down to 90 or 95 without any loss in speed...
Forum: Southern California
07-17-09, 11:06 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 732
Posted By Heckboy

Another early morning PCH rider here as well. ...

Another early morning PCH rider here as well. There is an alternate if you wish to try it. Take a look at Nyes Place to Highland then to Glenneyre St. Glenneyre parallels PCH and will get you all...
Forum: Southern California
07-02-09, 01:52 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,601
Posted By Heckboy

It's a revenue thing. Cops don't care about...

It's a revenue thing. Cops don't care about bikes.
Forum: Southern California
06-30-09, 11:09 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 3,604
Posted By Heckboy

This is a sad state of affairs. In this instance...

This is a sad state of affairs. In this instance our society's tacit acceptance of drunk driving likely underlies this accident and may others. As cyclists maybe we need to get a little smarter...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-29-09, 08:55 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 10,094
Posted By Heckboy

They're the same price at Cambria Bicycles and...

They're the same price at Cambria Bicycles and $2.40 more at everybiketire.com.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-29-09, 08:19 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 10,094
Posted By Heckboy

I am considering using asymmetric rims for my...

I am considering using asymmetric rims for my next set of wheels. Assuming that the wheel is built with a normal hub, like an Ultegra 6600, and a normal rim, the non-drive side spoke tension is...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
05-18-09, 09:08 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,136
Posted By Heckboy

I built it. The cluster started out as a...

I built it. The cluster started out as a 27-24-21-19-17-15-14-13-12. I gave the 12 & 13 tooth cogs to one of my enemies (heh, heh, heh) and bought a 14T high gear which has the spacer built-in that...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
05-17-09, 09:15 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,136
Posted By Heckboy

Hi: I spent plenty of time and money...

Hi:

I spent plenty of time and money re-gearing bikes over the last couple of years. Frankly your compact doubles don't look like alpine gearing to me.

For my main brevet bike, here is my...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-17-09, 01:24 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 469
Posted By Heckboy

Looking supplier: DT Swiss 15/16/15 spokes

Hi:

I'm looking for a supplier for DT Swiss Competition 15/16/15 ga spokes. I've found one or two places, however, they don't have much selection in length.

TIA,
HB
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-16-09, 05:13 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 5,646
Posted By Heckboy

That is an offense of the marketing department. ...

That is an offense of the marketing department. The entry level bike should certainly have a nice heavy duty set of wheels that'll last for a good long time.

If you look at the link to the OPs...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-16-09, 12:01 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 5,646
Posted By Heckboy

There is no magic. But you are on one hand...

There is no magic. But you are on one hand talking about fashion and on the other about engineering. Pick your hand and stick with it. I think the OP has a strength (engineering) problem, not a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-15-09, 07:41 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,169
Posted By Heckboy

I've got a tri-cross sport as well which I use...

I've got a tri-cross sport as well which I use for my 50 mile round trip commute. I'm a big guy with big legs and I often stand to run over little hills like freeway overpasses. I get some chain...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-14-09, 05:17 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 5,646
Posted By Heckboy

Lightweight rims. Velocity Aeroheads as an...

Lightweight rims. Velocity Aeroheads as an example. 220.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-14-09, 03:43 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 5,646
Posted By Heckboy

Yeah, I've been there with the broken spokes and...

Yeah, I've been there with the broken spokes and it is extremely frustrating. That's why I started teaching myself the craft. I've gone from breaking spokes every 100 to 400 miles to an undefined...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-14-09, 09:46 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 5,646
Posted By Heckboy

You can ride anything you want, right? But if a...

You can ride anything you want, right? But if a big guy 200+lbs is riding 20 or 24 spoke wheels there is little redundancy in the system. Even for a little guy if you break one spoke in those low...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
05-06-09, 02:39 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 646
Posted By Heckboy

25# isn't a huge load for a rear rack even if it...

25# isn't a huge load for a rear rack even if it is off-center.

By reducing the tire size the trail has been reduced. Perhaps you have crossed a boundary in terms of handling stability with this...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-05-09, 05:48 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 746
Posted By Heckboy

Set your cycle computer so it displays the time...

Set your cycle computer so it displays the time with seconds. Count pedal revolutions for six seconds and multiply by ten. This number will be within 10 rpm of your actual.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-05-09, 07:24 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,615
Posted By Heckboy

Eh, there are much worse things. The "garbage"...

Eh, there are much worse things. The "garbage" is on the outside. No harm done there.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-04-09, 08:15 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,615
Posted By Heckboy

If it's a brand new out of the box chain just put...

If it's a brand new out of the box chain just put it on your bike and ride it. I get 800-1000 miles on factory lube on my commuter bike.

Later,
HB
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-03-09, 03:11 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 415
Posted By Heckboy

Interesting. It looks like Speedcific might be...

Interesting. It looks like Speedcific might be buying private labeled rims from IRD. They appear to be the same rim except Speedcific has no 36H drilling in the asymmetrical.

Thanks,
HB
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-03-09, 01:27 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 415
Posted By Heckboy

Offset rims for wheel build

Hi:

I'm looking for makers of offset spoke hole wheels. Velocity makes the Aerohead OC (http://www.velocityusa.com/default.asp?contentID=582). Are there other wheels available? I'm not finding...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-03-09, 01:16 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 8,655
Posted By Heckboy

Think about different socks. I got this reminder...

Think about different socks. I got this reminder yesterday when I went for a ride with heavier socks on than normal. I got numb toes. I helped it by loosening my shoes. I always try to remember to...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
05-01-09, 02:24 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,325
Posted By Heckboy

I am considering cloth tape on my next bar wrap...

I am considering cloth tape on my next bar wrap on brevet bike. I will still put some gel pads under the wrap just behind the hoods. That is the only area where I really want padding.

I've...
Forum: Southern California
04-29-09, 08:13 AM
Replies: 107
Views: 4,973
Posted By Heckboy

You are wasting your time. In exchange for a...

You are wasting your time.

In exchange for a small fee payable to the Riverside Sheriff's Dept you get to have a story to tell for the rest of your life.

Later,
HB
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
04-21-09, 02:02 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,872
Posted By Heckboy

I do agree that you can feel, somehow, the...

I do agree that you can feel, somehow, the changes in pressure, size, and tire type. I would not argue against that and it's part of the fun of ridding a bike. You can feel everything! That is the...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
04-21-09, 10:39 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,872
Posted By Heckboy

Hydrated, don't you think that this talk of...

Hydrated, don't you think that this talk of acceleration, rolling resistance, and sidewall flex is mostly tilting at windmills within the normal bounds of our performance and machinery? Certainly...
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