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Forum: Road Cycling
01-18-13, 11:46 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,158
Posted By asv

The wind jacket is a great piece of kit but its...

The wind jacket is a great piece of kit but its for light rain / cool descents. You would get way too hot in it at say 90F.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-08-12, 05:34 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,959
Posted By asv

That's a great bike. I'm eyeing up the 2013 with...

That's a great bike. I'm eyeing up the 2013 with 9070, the etube battery, and the sisl2 crank.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-25-12, 10:41 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 5,434
Posted By asv

Madfibers are actually very stiff and have no...

Madfibers are actually very stiff and have no weight limit.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-07-11, 11:48 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,156
Posted By asv

The NYC Fondo was excellent. It started at the...

The NYC Fondo was excellent. It started at the GWB, which is easily accessible from NJ. The ride was definitely worth it considering they had cops blocking every intersection. It was essentially 100...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-26-11, 07:30 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,028
Posted By asv

Strava http://strava.com

Strava http://strava.com
Forum: Road Cycling
09-12-11, 08:51 AM
Replies: 178
Views: 19,977
Posted By asv

I have 4,943 all weather miles on my BB30 S-works...

I have 4,943 all weather miles on my BB30 S-works SL3 without a single issue.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-12-11, 08:17 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 15,413
Posted By asv

I would definitely take an Evo over a non s-works...

I would definitely take an Evo over a non s-works SL3, and I own an S-works SL3.
Forum: Indoor & Stationary Cycling Forum
08-31-11, 11:26 AM
Replies: 147
Views: 24,216
Posted By asv

If I was going to spend a lot of coin on an...

If I was going to spend a lot of coin on an indoor bike I would seriously look at this: http://wattbike.com/us/
Forum: Road Cycling
08-31-11, 11:18 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,097
Posted By asv

There was time when Felt was a good deal on the...

There was time when Felt was a good deal on the higher end, I guess that time has long since passed. $7500 for an F1 with red? Why would anyone bother buying that when you can get a Cervelo R5 VWD...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-18-11, 07:22 AM
Replies: 211
Views: 11,207
Posted By asv

When you look at the current power options on the...

When you look at the current power options on the market $1500 for vector is a steal. The other options are either more expensive, more compromises, or both.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-18-11, 07:18 AM
Replies: 211
Views: 11,207
Posted By asv

It means you can use keo cleats.

It means you can use keo cleats.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-18-11, 07:04 AM
Replies: 211
Views: 11,207
Posted By asv

So happy they are look compatible. I don't see...

So happy they are look compatible. I don't see any issue being an early adopter since most bugs could probably be fixed with updates.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-24-11, 06:59 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 764
Posted By asv

I would definitely recommend sticking with the...

I would definitely recommend sticking with the 500. A dedicated device is the way to go. If you want power calculation, sign up for strava.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-05-11, 04:11 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 5,078
Posted By asv

Groupset weights in grams: DI2: 2375 ...

Groupset weights in grams:

DI2: 2375
Campy Super Record: 1875
Sram Red BB30: 1849
Forum: Road Cycling
06-22-11, 11:11 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 794
Posted By asv

Those old ass wheels are only worth $500 for the...

Those old ass wheels are only worth $500 for the set. Keep an eye on bonktown, there are brand new Reynolds wheels on there all the time for ~$1100. They actually come with a warranty too unlike the...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-22-11, 11:06 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 8,067
Posted By asv

I really don't know what Specialized was thinking...

I really don't know what Specialized was thinking with the pricing of the Venge. When I bought my SL3 1.5 years ago, I got it because it was a good value at $2600 list for the frameset. It was...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
05-24-11, 08:18 AM
Replies: 235
Views: 13,615
Posted By asv

The Outakes video is excellent. It definitely...

The Outakes video is excellent. It definitely shows that Tyler is 100% credible.

http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-504803_162-20064874-10391709.html?tag=component.0
Forum: Road Cycling
05-23-11, 08:27 AM
Replies: 276
Views: 12,271
Posted By asv

50% of the Porsche and Ferrari drivers in my area...

50% of the Porsche and Ferrari drivers in my area have trouble using a clutch. People are free to buy whatever they want, but if you buy Ferrari and can't use a clutch, you are going to get...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-23-11, 08:16 AM
Replies: 276
Views: 12,271
Posted By asv

I think people should be able to buy whatever...

I think people should be able to buy whatever they want, but sometimes it gets to be too much.

My favorite was a guy in the Cervelo forum who bought a brand new S3 with Zipp 404's yet he was...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-13-11, 10:12 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,360
Posted By asv

Conti GP4000s

Conti GP4000s
Forum: Road Cycling
05-05-11, 01:23 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 2,693
Posted By asv

Mapmyride with an iphone is definitely not bad if...

Mapmyride with an iphone is definitely not bad if you don't want to spend any money, but a dedicated cycling GPS is far superior. If your going the iphone route, I would recommend taking a serious...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
05-05-11, 11:34 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,771
Posted By asv

I'm signed up.

I'm signed up.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-05-11, 08:29 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 2,693
Posted By asv

I'm a data junkie so I can't imagine not having a...

I'm a data junkie so I can't imagine not having a Garmin, but nobody really needs a Garmin. Just like nobody really needs a cell phone either, but its a really nice thing to have.

If you do get a...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-05-11, 08:22 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,216
Posted By asv

Bladed spokes are great for when animals run in...

Bladed spokes are great for when animals run in your wheel.

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4130/5015174629_5841d8a2a2_z.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
05-05-11, 08:14 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 3,281
Posted By asv

I love my SRAM red and rival gruppos, but I think...

I love my SRAM red and rival gruppos, but I think SRAM will need to debut something electronic soon especially with UI2 and DI2 wireless coming out sometime in the future.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-27-11, 01:41 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 855
Posted By asv

Hammer

Hammer
Forum: Road Cycling
04-25-11, 08:50 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,630
Posted By asv

I love my reynolds MV32cul. No problems and very...

I love my reynolds MV32cul. No problems and very light and fast.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-21-11, 06:52 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 3,318
Posted By asv

+1 I tried dry lube, it was way too noisy. I went...

+1 I tried dry lube, it was way too noisy. I went back to wet.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-28-10, 08:43 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 998
Posted By asv

Strava keeps track of bike mileage via garmin: ...

Strava keeps track of bike mileage via garmin:

http://www.strava.com/
Forum: Road Cycling
09-27-10, 06:02 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,838
Posted By asv

The Edge 500 has maps via the courses feature,...

The Edge 500 has maps via the courses feature, but it doesn't have turn by turn directions.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-27-10, 05:58 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,624
Posted By asv

Checking the wheelbuilder.com calculator...

Checking the wheelbuilder.com calculator (http://www.wheelbuilder.com/store/wheel-weight-calculator.html) it looks like the hed/dt240/dt aerolight config with the same spoke count as the 101's...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-27-10, 08:03 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,624
Posted By asv

I looked at the 101, but I ended up going with a...

I looked at the 101, but I ended up going with a HED C2 custom wheelset with DT240 hubs and DT aerolight spokes. It was cheaper/lighter with a very similar design and better hubs (IMO).
Forum: Road Cycling
09-27-10, 07:52 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 11,799
Posted By asv

Its interesting that Cervelo didn't adopt BB30,...

Its interesting that Cervelo didn't adopt BB30, and instead decided to make a few small modifications and call it something else. I'm waiting to see some comparison tests, but I can't help but think...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-27-10, 07:39 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,838
Posted By asv

Get the garmin, you will not regret it. There is...

Get the garmin, you will not regret it. There is really no equal, and the Garmin connect website is awesome: http://connect.garmin.com/
Forum: Road Cycling
09-26-10, 02:14 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 706
Posted By asv

I can't think of a situation where you would...

I can't think of a situation where you would actually need to pay MSRP for a bike at an LBS. Even brand spanking new models should have at lest 10% off.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-02-10, 09:29 PM
Replies: 111
Views: 12,228
Posted By asv

Its not that different than any used car. For...

Its not that different than any used car. For comparsion, a used 2007 BMW M3 is going to worth about 1/2 its orginal MSRP. Your 2007 Cervelo is the same. High end bikes are like computers, the...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-20-10, 07:59 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,816
Posted By asv

If you haven't bought the frame already, I would...

If you haven't bought the frame already, I would definitely pick another frame for a climbing specific bike.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-10-10, 10:59 PM
Replies: 178
Views: 19,977
Posted By asv

Its funny how people always blame the new...

Its funny how people always blame the new technology even when its a human error. Nobody has a creaky English bottom bracket and claims that the standard is broken.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-07-10, 07:48 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,374
Posted By asv

Here is a more recent pic of the bike in a more...

Here is a more recent pic of the bike in a more fitted config with its new seat and seatpost. I had to put my old seat on there initially because Specialized seat posts are not compatible with Fizik...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-22-10, 03:43 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,522
Posted By asv

That is not a Trek specific issue, almost all...

That is not a Trek specific issue, almost all bike warranties on non-transferable. If you want a warranty, buy the frame new.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-22-10, 01:51 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,522
Posted By asv

^ +1 the Madone 6.9 is an excellent bike, and I...

^ +1 the Madone 6.9 is an excellent bike, and I don't even like Trek.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-19-10, 03:13 PM
Replies: 297
Views: 12,802
Posted By asv

Wealth doesn't buy you taste or common sense.

Wealth doesn't buy you taste or common sense.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-14-10, 03:08 PM
Replies: 138
Views: 6,454
Posted By asv

I still don't understand the issue. Anyone with a...

I still don't understand the issue. Anyone with a BASIC comprehension of product warranties would know that most bike warranties are non-transferable. I believe Trek even went so far as to offer a...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-12-10, 04:33 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,374
Posted By asv

Good eye. Thats from old bike. I have new antares...

Good eye. Thats from old bike. I have new antares braided saddle, but I need to wait till my seatpost arrives. Specialized seatposts are incompatible with fizik carbon rails.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-12-10, 04:13 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,374
Posted By asv

Sorry to burst your bubble, but the bike hasn't...

Sorry to burst your bubble, but the bike hasn't been fitted yet. :)
Forum: Road Cycling
01-12-10, 02:51 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,374
Posted By asv

I wasn't planning on keeping them :)

I wasn't planning on keeping them :)
Forum: Road Cycling
01-12-10, 02:45 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,374
Posted By asv

My new specialized s-works SL3

Here are some pics of my brand spanking new SL3. I can wait to give it a good trial run this weekend.

Specs:
Frame: S-works SL3 Team Geo 56cm
Cockpit: 3T team
Crank: S-works
Gruppo: Sram...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-11-10, 03:51 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,649
Posted By asv

Weight Weenies...

Weight Weenies (http://weightweenies.starbike.com/forum/viewforum.php?f=3) is good. The volume of posts is much less, but the signal to noise ratio is definitely better. (less trolls, personal...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-11-10, 02:38 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,959
Posted By asv

I definitely felt a difference on the climbs when...

I definitely felt a difference on the climbs when I moved from my previous wheelset to EA90SLX, but I also shaved almost 1 lbs of unsprung weight. (442 grams)
Forum: Road Cycling
01-09-10, 12:37 PM
Replies: 267
Views: 7,374
Posted By asv

ouch. .

ouch. .
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