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10-12-09, 10:17 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,121
Posted By gcthree

Bent hanger makes sense (overlooked that...), but...

Bent hanger makes sense (overlooked that...), but the bike's never been down. I'll check...

Thanks!
10-12-09, 09:06 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,121
Posted By gcthree

Having the same issues on my Madone with DA 7800....

Having the same issues on my Madone with DA 7800. It began when I replaced the cables with Yokizuno cables purchased from Competitive Cyclist, and they are (reportedly) the best cables money can...
05-15-08, 08:43 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,208
Posted By gcthree

ISIS Bottom Bracket tool fit

I'm in a bind, and a fading memory is doing me no favors either.

I installed an FSA Titanium ISIS bottom bracket on my Specialized a few years ago, and after a few years of use, the BB started to...
05-02-08, 09:24 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 530
Posted By gcthree

I pulled the bearings this morning, and upon...

I pulled the bearings this morning, and upon cleaning them, found one bearing to have a 'gritty' feel to it when rotated...nothing major, but decidedly different that the smooth feel of the other...
05-01-08, 07:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 530
Posted By gcthree

Last for about 5-7 seconds, and imagine the sound...

Last for about 5-7 seconds, and imagine the sound of a poorly aligned brake pads squealing....only much, much worse/louder. Apparently no binding, as the bike rolls along just fine, and there is no...
05-01-08, 06:55 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 530
Posted By gcthree

Squealing, Screaming Ksyrium SL

Here's one you've likely never heard...or maybe you did if you were riding with me!

The first time it happened, I assumed it was the Oval Concepts 'mounted behind the fork' aero brake caliper that...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-24-08, 08:47 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,119
Posted By gcthree

"Ha! You laugh now Mr. Funny American Guy! This...

"Ha! You laugh now Mr. Funny American Guy! This stuff be your new $4,000 frame tomorrow."
Forum: Road Cycling
02-22-08, 04:12 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,639
Posted By gcthree

What the....? Out of desperation, I plunked...

What the....?

Out of desperation, I plunked down a 10-spot for a copy of Cycling Plus (a Brit mag) at the local Barnes & Noble. I'm reading the 'Q&A' section this morning, and I come across a...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-27-08, 06:54 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,112
Posted By gcthree

At my better half's insistence, I did make it to...

At my better half's insistence, I did make it to the ER after a night of pain. Worst injury is a strained pectoral muscle.

Two things:
1) the Kysrium SL's are absolutely bomb proof. Don't forget,...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-26-08, 04:03 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,112
Posted By gcthree

I hope they do the same for me, and if they do,...

I hope they do the same for me, and if they do, they are getting off cheap. One of the guys I ride with has been in two car accidents (the last was a door opening in front of him), and he bought a...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-26-08, 04:01 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,112
Posted By gcthree

I was on the 8:30am Triangle ride, and (as usual)...

I was on the 8:30am Triangle ride, and (as usual) the group drops me on the stinger at the top of Stillwell. But I always make it back on the flats, so I was hammering and about to catch the group...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-26-08, 03:58 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,112
Posted By gcthree

Stop making me laugh! It's killing me...really! ...

Stop making me laugh! It's killing me...really! I don't think I cracked any ribs, but the chest muscles sure are sore. Deep breaths are ok, but quick movements are out!

The comment on me riding...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-26-08, 02:02 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,112
Posted By gcthree

Do ya' think Kestrel will honor the warranty on...

Do ya' think Kestrel will honor the warranty on it?:)
Forum: Road Cycling
01-26-08, 02:00 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,112
Posted By gcthree

BTW, I'm 210 lbs, so there was a bunch of...

BTW, I'm 210 lbs, so there was a bunch of force/momentum. I just went out the garage and spun the Kysrium, and there's not one wiggle in the wheel. Simply amazing, but I've always maintained that...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-26-08, 01:13 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,112
Posted By gcthree

What a Kestrel Talon SL looks like after....

...hitting a '95 Taurus broadside driven by a 74 year old man with diminished skills as he pulls out and across the lane of traffic and stops...leaving a cyclist plowing along at 24 mph with...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-04-08, 04:13 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 612
Posted By gcthree

Pics here:

Pics here:
Forum: Road Cycling
01-03-08, 10:52 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 4,101
Posted By gcthree

Bicycling is garbage- they try to appeal to many...

Bicycling is garbage- they try to appeal to many constituents, and in the process satisfy no one. Plus, I saw their publisher this summer at a party in NYC at Tourneau, and he was a complete jamoke....
Forum: Road Cycling
01-03-08, 10:45 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 351
Posted By gcthree

Hudz on the Trek

I recall seeing a thread here seeking a source for the new 'Hudz' brifter covers. I just received mine from Excel Sports and put them on the Madone tonight. Thought I'd share a few photos of the...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-31-07, 09:06 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,902
Posted By gcthree

As for the theory of 90% pads and 10% brakes, I...

As for the theory of 90% pads and 10% brakes, I beg to differ after fitting a set of Cane Creek's single pivot lightweight calipers. I nearly killed myself plowing through an intersection at the...
08-05-07, 07:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 685
Posted By gcthree

I've been riding my 2005 Madone without a hint of...

I've been riding my 2005 Madone without a hint of a problem. It has even sustained a direct hit on an 8" tree branch (too dark to see it) that sent me over the bars, and not a scratch. BTW, I have a...
07-25-07, 07:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 550
Posted By gcthree

I googled the spokes and came up with Texas...

I googled the spokes and came up with Texas Cyclesports. Are you ready for this? $27.99 each!!!! Holy ___! Can you believe that?
07-25-07, 09:50 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 550
Posted By gcthree

Some 'jamoke' chopped me so hard on our group...

Some 'jamoke' chopped me so hard on our group ride last night that he bent one of my spokes! I have no idea how I didn't go down. Otherwise, my experience with these wheels is similar to yours...
07-25-07, 08:10 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 550
Posted By gcthree

Kysrium SL spokes

Anyone know where you can buy Kysrium SL spokes? I'd bought a few on eBay a while back, but a recent check there did not turn-up anything.

Thanks!
Forum: Road Cycling
03-04-07, 07:59 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 7,886
Posted By gcthree

I've used a bunch of Token parts. I have their...

I've used a bunch of Token parts. I have their anatomic carbon bars on all 3 of my bikes and they are just fantastic. I have their aero seat post and carbon bottle cages. Recently put their ceramic...
02-27-07, 08:53 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,106
Posted By gcthree

Why not just go buy the same bar at...

Why not just go buy the same bar at www.tokenproducts.com for less than half the price for exactly the same part. Heck, all the carbon stuff is made over in China or Taiwan by the same manufacturers....
02-18-07, 05:29 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,050
Posted By gcthree

It took 10 posts, but someone finally got a NY...

It took 10 posts, but someone finally got a NY razz in there! Longer than I expected!

The 'head south to PV' suggestion means driving down to PV, correct? No can do, as I've got a meeting in Playa...
02-18-07, 12:40 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,050
Posted By gcthree

I'm good with traffic being from NY and all... ...

I'm good with traffic being from NY and all...

You're referencing the beach path where all the skaters, walkers, etc that's right on the beach?
02-18-07, 10:25 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,050
Posted By gcthree

So, you jump on PCH from Ocean Avenue? Does...

So, you jump on PCH from Ocean Avenue?

Does PCH provide enough shoulder for riders? How about Latigo? I'm riding on Tuesday morning, and not knowing the roads, I was curious about safety.
...
02-17-07, 10:13 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,050
Posted By gcthree

suggested Ride from Santa Monica

I'm coming into town for a couple of days, and staying in Santa Monica. Can anyone give me a suggestion on a route? Would love to do somewhere about 50 miles on Tuesday morning, starting from near...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-31-07, 08:36 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,207
Posted By gcthree

Speaking of cadence, I learned yesterday from...

Speaking of cadence, I learned yesterday from their customer service folks that if you're using the 305 on more than 1 bike with the cadence sensor, you need to pair the sensor and the head unit with...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-31-07, 06:02 PM
Replies: 324
Views: 26,454
Posted By gcthree

You'll all forgive the shameless advertising and...

You'll all forgive the shameless advertising and promotion here, but when I tell it's free, then maybe it isn't that much of a transgression.

If cars remotely interest you (and seeing that this...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-24-07, 08:04 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,451
Posted By gcthree

that's exactly the ticket! Half-mitten, half-full...

that's exactly the ticket! Half-mitten, half-full fingered glove. Thanks for the suggestion- I found them at universalcycles.com
Forum: Road Cycling
01-24-07, 12:16 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,451
Posted By gcthree

As I, painfully, discovered, at speed on a bike,...

As I, painfully, discovered, at speed on a bike, the wind chill drops the temps mightily.....
Forum: Road Cycling
01-23-07, 11:40 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,451
Posted By gcthree

cold weather gloves

I guess it the older age/lack of circulation thing coming into play, but I rode Sunday in high 20 degree weather, and had to stop 3 times on my 30 mile cruise because the fingers felt like frostbite...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-17-07, 07:35 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 487
Posted By gcthree

No question, the best shop is...

No question, the best shop is http://www.sandcanyoncyclery.com/
Just a great shop!
Forum: Road Cycling
01-16-07, 10:06 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 547
Posted By gcthree

Anyone ever use the Deda Synapsi aero bar?

I've seen Deda's integrated aero/handlebar on eBay at increasingly improving prices. Curious to hear if anyone has used them and would love to hear your impressions of the bars. Thanks in advance.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-13-07, 09:02 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 574
Posted By gcthree

Thanks, guys, for the input. It's really helpful....

Thanks, guys, for the input. It's really helpful.
BTW, the SCR-5's I have came with Kool Stop pads (grey).
Forum: Road Cycling
01-12-07, 06:32 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 574
Posted By gcthree

Any experience with Cane Creek brakes?

Does anybody have any experience with the Cane Creek SCR-5 brakeset? Certainly less expensive than Dura Ace, weighs about the same, both double pivot, and they certainly look good. Is the braking...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-09-07, 12:36 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,748
Posted By gcthree

I just bought an '07 Talon SL frameset from...

I just bought an '07 Talon SL frameset from www.bicycledoctorUSA.com for $1,624 and am sitting here tapping my foot waiting for it to arrive. I've read a bunch of good things about the frame, and I...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-12-06, 06:04 AM
Replies: 117
Views: 5,619
Posted By gcthree

Count on us to only make it better as we go...

Count on us to only make it better as we go forward, and we are seriously considering a cycling mag for a couple of reasons: first, as this thread illustrates, you are hard pressed to think of a good...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-11-06, 10:46 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 5,619
Posted By gcthree

I'll only offer two comments on the content of...

I'll only offer two comments on the content of Bicycling magazine: 1) a friend of mine said that the best way to assess a magazine is by counting the number of pages that go UNREAD in a magazine, and...
12-01-06, 08:41 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,074
Posted By gcthree

There's an auto restoration supply company...

There's an auto restoration supply company (www.eastwood.com) that sells polishing supplies. I have a spray can of something called Nyalic that I bought from them years ago, and it is a clear finish...
11-25-06, 09:03 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,845
Posted By gcthree

Finish Line makes a citrus cleaner that works...

Finish Line makes a citrus cleaner that works wonders on adhesives with very little elbow grease. Might be worth a try....
Forum: Road Cycling
10-16-06, 11:13 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 4,603
Posted By gcthree

Has it really gotten to the point where humor...

Has it really gotten to the point where humor isn't even funny anymore?? Where has all the truly funny stuff gone these days???
08-26-06, 08:09 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 12,282
Posted By gcthree

Okay, so I guess we can agree that there might be...

Okay, so I guess we can agree that there might be a slight advantage to ceramics. The argument about it being insignificant can also be applied to a seat that saves 60 grams or a water bottle cage...
08-25-06, 07:18 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 12,282
Posted By gcthree

Any opinions on Ceramic Bearings?

I was over at www.vcrc.com, and they're promoting ceramic bearings for bottom brackets and wheelsets. Take a second and read the copy about spinning the crankset without a chain to demonstrate the...
11-07-05, 11:07 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 732
Posted By gcthree

Thanks, guys. I'll check the axle, but the wheel...

Thanks, guys. I'll check the axle, but the wheel performs just fine 98% of the time.

I've used the little tool that came with the SL's to take-up some of the play (both front and rear bearings),...
11-06-05, 09:27 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 732
Posted By gcthree

Kysrium SL's rub on brake block

I use a set of Mavic Kysrium SL's on my Trek Madone (62cm). I've been using this combination for the past 1 1/2 years. Lately, when I'm up on the pedals, and am rocking the bike on climbs, the rims...
09-10-05, 06:10 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,835
Posted By gcthree

Sydney is the reason I rarely ever post here...

Sydney is the reason I rarely ever post here anymore. You ask a legitimate question, and you get an answer with attitude. I live in NY, and if I want attitude, I simply have to walk outside and get...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-15-05, 08:23 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,185
Posted By gcthree

I have a set of CR420's that are in question, and...

I have a set of CR420's that are in question, and I'm awaiting the repairs parts.

Another issue I have with the wheels is that I'm using them on my 10 speed Dura Ace setup, and the cassette gears...
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