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Forum: Road Cycling
07-13-10, 10:55 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 467
Posted By ncmussell

Recommendations on wheel builder in Twin Cities

Wondering if anyone has any recommendations on a good wheel builder at any of the stores in the Twin Cities area. Thinking it is about time I need some bombproof training wheels after my second...
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-16-09, 08:33 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 874
Posted By ncmussell

Entry Level Mtb Bike $400-650 or so

I am looking for an entry level mtn bike to tool around with on some off road trails and to ride in the winter/fall time. Wondering some recommendations on an entry level hardtail bike in the...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-16-09, 11:33 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,313
Posted By ncmussell

Those are the Lance shoes just in different...

Those are the Lance shoes just in different colors. So not a question of rebadging since they are in fact Nike shoes. Cav ususally wears those in white.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-10-09, 07:54 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,088
Posted By ncmussell

Thanks

So thats probably the only way to get the logo tape is by purchasing the saddle.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-09-09, 09:00 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,088
Posted By ncmussell

Fizik Dual Bar Tape

Anyone use this? If so what do you think and how would you compare it to the regular microtex tape from Fizik. And is it possible to get the microtex tape with the fizik logo on it?

Thanks
Nate
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
06-25-09, 11:39 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 512
Posted By ncmussell

TTing in heat

When the temperatures get really high, do you do anything differently in warming up or during the event when you are riding a TT.

Just curious
Forum: Road Cycling
06-22-09, 09:08 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 551
Posted By ncmussell

Shimano 10 speed cassettes

What are the differences between 105, Ultegra and DA in a 10 speed cassette other than price.

Trying to figure out which one to go with.
Nate
Forum: Road Cycling
05-14-09, 01:59 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 448
Posted By ncmussell

Ok thanks. I was just going based on what I...

Ok thanks. I was just going based on what I heard about the standard GXP bb so I appreciate the feedback. I will just pick one of those up then.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-14-09, 12:53 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 448
Posted By ncmussell

I am only asking since I have heard the regular...

I am only asking since I have heard the regular GXP bottom bracket is not the greatest. Since the enduro's bearings are second hand, I wanted to know if they were any different than the stock Sram...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-14-09, 10:01 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 448
Posted By ncmussell

Sram Red BB vs. GXP BB w/enduro

Is there going to be a difference between these? If so, which have people found to be more effective.

Thanks
Nate
Forum: Road Cycling
05-07-09, 11:31 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 386
Posted By ncmussell

Another question is whether I would notice a...

Another question is whether I would notice a difference between a Dura Ace FD and just a normal Rival FD?
Forum: Road Cycling
05-07-09, 08:52 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 386
Posted By ncmussell

DA 7800 FD with Rival Crankset?

I am in the process of building up a Specialized Tarmac Pro frame and just picked up a 09 Rival Crankset for cheap. I was wondering if I can run a DA 7800 FD with the crankset and whether people...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-17-09, 03:03 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 518
Posted By ncmussell

Other good rides are up in the...

Other good rides are up in the Stillwater/Afton/Marine on St. Croix area. Good rollers some decent hills.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-31-09, 01:20 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,598
Posted By ncmussell

very interesting thanks. I did not realize 09...

very interesting thanks. I did not realize 09 Rival saved that much weight.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-31-09, 01:17 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,598
Posted By ncmussell

Would that be just the 09 Rival that would have...

Would that be just the 09 Rival that would have that much savings?
Forum: Road Cycling
03-31-09, 01:04 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,598
Posted By ncmussell

Weight savings from Sora to 105/Ultegra/Rival

Anyone have any idea what the weight savings would be if I were to switch over the components on my bike which are currently SORA to say 105 or Ultegra or SRAM Rival?

Thanks
Nate
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-25-09, 08:30 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,069
Posted By ncmussell

I will consider that. Are there spokes that are...

I will consider that. Are there spokes that are similar to those that you could use?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-24-09, 03:02 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,069
Posted By ncmussell

Replace Spoke in Rolf Vector Pro?

Anyone know if you are able to replace a broken spoke in a Rolf Vector Pro. I had picked up a pair of these wheels a little while back for $40 and after riding a couple times one of the rear spokes...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
02-19-09, 10:36 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,085
Posted By ncmussell

I must have been mistaken then. I had seen that...

I must have been mistaken then. I had seen that it happens with tires, but must not happen with wheels. I just looked at some other pictures and Cav was running Dura Ace clinchers in that pic so...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
02-19-09, 09:44 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,085
Posted By ncmussell

I dont think lack of company stickers on the...

I dont think lack of company stickers on the wheel automatically indicates no wheel sponsor as there are other teams out there who stick their own stickers on the wheels. But why not run both wheels...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
02-19-09, 09:27 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,085
Posted By ncmussell

Cavendish using front Hed wheel and rear Zipp wheel?

Just listened to a piece on VeloNews about Cav's bike and they mentioned that he was running a Hed 60 front wheel and a Zipp 404 rear wheel. Anyone else surprised by this? Any reason why he would...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-03-08, 08:16 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 598
Posted By ncmussell

I guess it was this "clean" patch in the middle...

I guess it was this "clean" patch in the middle of the tire that I wasn't sure about. From the sound of it seems like it is normal then and not a concern. I will look around for the trainer tire as...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-02-08, 08:47 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 598
Posted By ncmussell

Vittoria Zaffiro too soft for use on trainer?

Just started using a trainer yesterday. I put the Vittoria Zaffiro tire that came with the bike back on the rear wheel. I have used the trainer for about an hour so far and there is already a wear...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-04-08, 05:13 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 477
Posted By ncmussell

Which hub for a Zipp 417 front clincher Rim (303)?

I am looking at picking up a Zipp 417 (303) front clincher wheel that is currently laced to a track hub for a really good deal ($220 or so). It is an 18 hole rim and I am wondering what would be a...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-23-08, 10:36 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,493
Posted By ncmussell

I started using a Bell Sweep about 3 months ago...

I started using a Bell Sweep about 3 months ago and really like it so far. It is very light and fits my head well. I feel like it fits on my head rather than just covering it like I found with some...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-22-08, 03:34 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 3,485
Posted By ncmussell

I would say Garmin-Chipotle has a better shot at...

I would say Garmin-Chipotle has a better shot at the TT with David Millar and Van de Velde.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-05-08, 01:51 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,161
Posted By ncmussell

I found mine for $50 new on craigslist. They are...

I found mine for $50 new on craigslist. They are maglia rosa but I really dont care what color they are for that price!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-19-08, 02:32 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 449
Posted By ncmussell

Right now I have a cheap one that came on my...

Right now I have a cheap one that came on my bike. It is a prowheel ounce 630. I would do a compact but I think that would require me to upgrade to many other different things as well.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-18-08, 07:48 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 554
Posted By ncmussell

Thanks guys. Appreciate the help.

Thanks guys. Appreciate the help.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-18-08, 07:37 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 449
Posted By ncmussell

Good deal thanks.

Good deal thanks.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-18-08, 02:10 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 554
Posted By ncmussell

bump

bump
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-18-08, 01:50 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 449
Posted By ncmussell

Crankset question

I had a quick question about changing cransets. I have a cheap triple crankset on my bike right now and was thinking about upgrading it to put on something a little more sturdy. If i am running an...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-17-08, 08:25 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 554
Posted By ncmussell

Anyone know if you can buy the Xacobeo Galicia Jersey?

I know its a team jersey but it looks pretty cool. http://www.lavuelta.com/08/imgequipos/XACOBEOGALICIA.gif
Forum: Road Cycling
09-16-08, 04:09 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 817
Posted By ncmussell

Thanks for the responses. They are used, albeit...

Thanks for the responses. They are used, albeit very little miles (all under a couple hundred).
Forum: Road Cycling
09-16-08, 03:47 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 817
Posted By ncmussell

Which of these three wheelsets?

Each of these wheelsets is being offered for $200. Which of these would be the best set. I am 6'3" about 175.

2005 Easton Vista SL
2005 Neuvation R28SL
2006 Mavic Aksium Race.

Thanks in...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-20-08, 08:45 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,085
Posted By ncmussell

[QUOTE=StupidlyBrave;7307660]What price do you...

[QUOTE=StupidlyBrave;7307660]What price do you see when you select this link (http://www.probikekit.com/display.php?code=Y1014)?

I see the $32.00 price. I guess the ones I was looking at are the...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-20-08, 08:11 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,818
Posted By ncmussell

Appreciate the feedback. I am sure I will just...

Appreciate the feedback. I am sure I will just stick with the Sora parts since they seem to work just fine for me for the time being. Would it be difficult to make this a 9-speed, and would it be...
Forum: Introductions
08-19-08, 10:04 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 195
Posted By ncmussell

Hello from the Twin Cities

Just wanted to say hello. I just started riding a little over a month ago. The bar exam about two weeks ago cut into my riding time for a couple weeks, but I am ok with that. I am riding a 2008...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-19-08, 09:38 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,085
Posted By ncmussell

How do you get the extra 5% off? I looked on the...

How do you get the extra 5% off? I looked on the site and the Conti 4000 are listed at $37.44?
Forum: Road Cycling
08-19-08, 09:04 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,818
Posted By ncmussell

I already upgraded the seat to the Fixik Arione...

I already upgraded the seat to the Fixik Arione from the uncomfortable San Marco Ponza. I also changed the pedals to the basic Shimano SPD PD 540 which i picked up for $20. I was considering the...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-19-08, 08:45 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,818
Posted By ncmussell

Bianchi Via Nirone 2008 with Shimano Sora: What to upgrade first?

I am a newbie to all of this. I have a Bianchi Via Nirone 2008 Triple with the following set up. Just curious to know what, if anything, you would upgrade first on this bike to make it...
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