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Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-17-07, 06:33 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,753
Posted By mgwadz

Great bike!

I have a very similar bike- though mine is labeled "chromo lite"

Reparto corse means "racing department". it was sold as a frame only, and the frame alone retailed for $800 (later $600 ). they...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-25-07, 09:23 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,318
Posted By mgwadz

yes, 58 cm

I am 6'2", 35" cm inseam and ride a 58 cm Cross-check
w/ stock 120mm stem

also 58 cm bianchi chromo-lite (same as the Axis it replaced)

also 58 cm specialized tricross

marc
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-23-07, 01:30 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 9,621
Posted By mgwadz

BB height

not always.. the raised BB height was to give clearance to toe clips, which is now obsolete.

for example, the specialized tarmac only has 0.5 mm different drop than the tri-cross.

top tube...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-16-07, 12:12 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,348
Posted By mgwadz

discontinued?

too bad- that's what i use for all-purpose riding...

marc
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-30-07, 09:06 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 8,509
Posted By mgwadz

I vote specialized.

I own a surly cross-check I use mostly for commuting and have a tricross s-works. if I had to choose, I'd go with the Sepcialized. for racing a double chainring makes the most sense for most people-...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-23-07, 02:42 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 777
Posted By mgwadz

until a few years ago, Bianchi had a steel...

until a few years ago, Bianchi had a steel (chromo light) Reparto corse cyclocross bike. When my bianchi Axis frame cracked, I asked that they replace it with one of their discontinued steel frames-...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-22-07, 07:27 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 968
Posted By mgwadz

tri-cross is a good way to go!

I have 3 cross bikes (surly cross-check, bianchi steel (replaced a broken bianchi axis) and the S-works Tri-cross.

It's a great bike- one major plus is the clearance. since I don't have someone in...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-18-07, 01:33 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,418
Posted By mgwadz

or if the canti-bosses have more than one hole...

or if the canti-bosses have more than one hole (or can be drilled) you could vary the tension...

marc
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-18-07, 08:59 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,418
Posted By mgwadz

new brakes

I'm a fan of the spooky/empella version. they aren't very adjustable but I haven't had any problems.

I've burned thru a few pairs of avids and I think they have to be set up too close to the rim...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-01-07, 04:01 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 73,503
Posted By mgwadz

cool list!

missing, off the top of my head

ridley (various)
Alan
Colnago dreamcross
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-21-06, 04:29 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 439
Posted By mgwadz

apparently, no more CX races near DC... people...

apparently, no more CX races near DC... people are getting ready for road and Mtb now.

the calendar:

http://www.midatlanticcross.info/2006.htm
MidAtlantic Cross

-m
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-12-06, 11:10 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,365
Posted By mgwadz

I think the deal is this- The Bianchi Axis...

I think the deal is this-

The Bianchi Axis was introduced in ~ 2000 as an aluminum bike (I had a 2000- it was an irridesecnet blue color before there went to various combinations of black and/or...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-30-05, 09:03 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,537
Posted By mgwadz

really, why not? I've used XT (or LX,...

really, why not?

I've used XT (or LX, whatever) front with 105 STI shifters, too....

I think the critical issue is the size of the chainrings, not the shifters.

also- since there are very...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-29-05, 09:22 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,537
Posted By mgwadz

yes- my bianchi axis (2000) came with STI Road...

yes- my bianchi axis (2000) came with STI Road (105) and XT rear deraill. worked with no problem

-marc
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-15-05, 07:18 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,276
Posted By mgwadz

before top mount levers were widely available...

before top mount levers were widely available (and I felt like buying them) I used regular XT brakes levers with canti brakes- but the levers were designed for V-brakes. I had the dual cable set-up....
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-11-05, 06:56 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,451
Posted By mgwadz

yes, personal fit is the key but probably a...

yes, personal fit is the key

but probably a longer torso would call for a bigger frame ( ie longer top tube) more than inseam, since seatheight is easilly accounted for.

marc
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-11-05, 03:08 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,562
Posted By mgwadz

Shop deal on the cross-check would be very tough...

Shop deal on the cross-check would be very tough (impossible?) to beat... and would work great for your rides.

marc
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-11-05, 02:45 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,451
Posted By mgwadz

I just looked at the bianchiusa.com site. they...

I just looked at the bianchiusa.com site. they have the old specs up from the last 5 years or so.

the virtual top tube, actual top tube, and seatpost measurements are the same for my 58cm (reparto...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-11-05, 07:23 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,451
Posted By mgwadz

I am 6'2", though perhaps not quite as long an...

I am 6'2", though perhaps not quite as long an inseam.

I had the 58cm Axis, and now the steel bianchi with the same geometry. It seems like they added a size and now call the same frame a 59, but...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-07-05, 06:56 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 996
Posted By mgwadz

I would say flat bars are better off-road, and...

I would say flat bars are better off-road, and that CX bikes have drop bars for versatility and because of tradition.

marc
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-07-05, 06:53 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 679
Posted By mgwadz

in most races you are on your feet for several...

in most races you are on your feet for several seconds a few times per lap.
some races are significantly more, but it's an odd race that would have you running even 10% of the time, in my experience...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-04-05, 10:06 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,567
Posted By mgwadz

I have a Surly cross-check and ride it on a daily...

I have a Surly cross-check and ride it on a daily basis. it's a very handy, fun, versatile bike.

that being said, I think the parts spec on the Jamis is superior. With my Surly I changed the...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-03-05, 12:30 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,526
Posted By mgwadz

I just got my s-works frame- looks real sweet. ...

I just got my s-works frame- looks real sweet.

it's not built up yet. matching it up against my Bianchi (steel, but I think same geomeotry as the Axis it replaced) it seems to have essentially...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-27-05, 07:22 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,028
Posted By mgwadz

I don't think the Avids are that great,...

I don't think the Avids are that great, personally.

firstly, I found they have to be set very close to the rim to work effectively- not good for mud clearance.

they can be sort of finicky to...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-16-05, 09:04 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,215
Posted By mgwadz

There are numerous cross bike that are raceable...

There are numerous cross bike that are raceable yet set up to accept fenders or panniers. (ie set up for commuting, as a city bike, or for light touring.

others are more obviously made to be just...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-15-05, 12:57 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,043
Posted By mgwadz

I bought the brakes unused but second hand,...

I bought the brakes unused but second hand, without instructions.

What it came with, aside brake the cantilevers and pads were:

1 circular cable yoke that holds the staddle cable and attaches...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-14-05, 07:41 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,769
Posted By mgwadz

as per my other post... Specialized now has...

as per my other post...

Specialized now has the 2006 models- totally new cross bikes and an S-works frame and fork. They aren't really listed on the webpage yet, but you can find them by searching...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-14-05, 03:49 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,043
Posted By mgwadz

on one side I used a cable with a little lead nub...

on one side I used a cable with a little lead nub at the end- the normal end of a brake cable (i've used a deraiileur cable too i think, but maybe that was more prone ot slipping). if the end nub has...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-13-05, 11:10 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,526
Posted By mgwadz

Specialized Tri-cross- check it out!

2006 Models coming out for the fall-

http://tinyurl.com/8rolc

just what I've been waiting for... :)

marc
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-11-05, 10:34 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 681
Posted By mgwadz

no-hands is no problem marc

no-hands is no problem

marc
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-25-05, 03:20 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 585
Posted By mgwadz

anyway, yes my 2000 bianchi axis came with...

anyway, yes

my 2000 bianchi axis came with that set-up

marc
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-24-05, 07:01 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 555
Posted By mgwadz

check out...

check out http://www.midatlanticcross.info/MACX_Homepage.htm

-marc
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-22-05, 06:47 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,805
Posted By mgwadz

I would say use a bar end (bar-con) shifter for...

I would say use a bar end (bar-con) shifter for the front derailleur with that sort of set-up, so you don't have to take your hands away from the bar

marc
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-19-05, 07:30 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 807
Posted By mgwadz

the wide neo-retros, like the spookies and...

the wide neo-retros, like the spookies and empella's are updates on the classic old-school Mafac brakes.
paul's add adjustability compared to the empella's and spookies, but I never felt the need...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-16-05, 08:48 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 6,673
Posted By mgwadz

It depends on you body dimensions, your bike...

It depends on you body dimensions, your bike geomeotry, and your desired fit (such as knee over pedal spindle, set back 2 cm, etc...)- there is no generic answer

marc
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-14-05, 07:10 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,162
Posted By mgwadz

I don't think there is a consistent...

I don't think there is a consistent recommendation on how to size a CX bike relative to your road bike. traditionally, it seems the idea was to go 1-2cm smaller on a cross bike. I've read other...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-14-05, 05:46 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,162
Posted By mgwadz

..but a smaller frame could make the bike hard to...

..but a smaller frame could make the bike hard to fit your shoulder into

an additional concern comparded to fitting a road bike.

marc
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-12-05, 08:45 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,294
Posted By mgwadz

relatively smooth mountain bike trails can be...

relatively smooth mountain bike trails can be good practice on your CX bike, but would be a minor part of a tpyical program.

typical training mainly consists of training on the road (similar to...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-11-05, 09:13 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 807
Posted By mgwadz

I burned thru a few pairs of Avids (15c, shorty...

I burned thru a few pairs of Avids (15c, shorty 6)- stripped little adjustment screws, springs failed from fatigue, etc.

I switched to Empellas and spooky brakes that i got online. More money,...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-07-05, 10:09 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,138
Posted By mgwadz

for now, but USCF is phasing in UCI rules by...

for now, but USCF is phasing in UCI rules by 2007, I think. and this fall is already 2006 season in CX. so it might only be one more season with discs allowed.

marc
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-02-05, 08:03 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 766
Posted By mgwadz

just check the rear spacing (some cross bikes use...

just check the rear spacing (some cross bikes use a 135 mtn bike axle standard). otherwise, no reason not to just swap road wheels.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-31-05, 09:37 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,626
Posted By mgwadz

I'm sure the Colnago is great, but pretty fancy...

I'm sure the Colnago is great, but pretty fancy for a durable, tool-around-town bike.
I would think the bianchi cross concept would be a better comparison than the Axis as a light, fast, race...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-30-05, 06:24 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,894
Posted By mgwadz

there seems to be a decent amount of overlap...

there seems to be a decent amount of overlap between 'cross bikes and touring, but not all 'cross bikes fit that built. some are super-light with no braze-ons for fenders and racks. and some have...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-28-05, 01:31 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,802
Posted By mgwadz

Nova would be a good choice marc

Nova would be a good choice

marc
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-25-05, 07:22 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,262
Posted By mgwadz

I've heard it's a safety issue, but I don't know...

I've heard it's a safety issue, but I don't know if that's the only or main reason.

that in racing in packs (such as road or 'cross, but not really mtn so much) there is a danger of falling on...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-24-05, 08:53 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 763
Posted By mgwadz

the Axis is a good bike, and depending on your...

the Axis is a good bike, and depending on your intended use, you could find a triple crank really handy for getting up hills.

I was very happy with my 2000 Axis, but it failed after 3 years and...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-23-05, 07:13 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,262
Posted By mgwadz

USCF is phasing in the UCI rules, so the ban on...

USCF is phasing in the UCI rules, so the ban on disc brakes will apply to all US racing within a couple years.
(i think it's by 2007- we are coming up on the 2006 UCI season this fall, so maybe that...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-18-05, 09:08 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,347
Posted By mgwadz

yeah, the old footage was hilarious. I really...

yeah, the old footage was hilarious. I really liked the movie. I'll buy the DVD too...

Marc
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-08-05, 06:12 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 737
Posted By mgwadz

are there any? I think entry level cross...

are there any?

I think entry level cross bikes are more in the $900-1000 range- jamis nova, surly cross-check, redline conquest

if you take a size 56, REI has their Novara cyclocross bike on...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-08-05, 06:01 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 800
Posted By mgwadz

there 2 limitations to consider: derailleur...

there 2 limitations to consider: derailleur capacity and max cog size.
the largest rated sprocket for the 105 is 27 teeth.

capacity is 29 teeth, based on how much extra chain the derailleur can...
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