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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-06-13, 11:42 AM
Replies: 265
Views: 12,181
Posted By K. Legaspi

My goal of 600 for the month might have just...

My goal of 600 for the month might have just gotten a bit harder. It's raining all week here so I've got to get some serious mileage once it stops raining.

http://app.strava.com/athletes/162132
...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-06-13, 11:24 AM
Replies: 1,131
Views: 179,489
Posted By K. Legaspi

Definitely hot but would be even better if the...

Definitely hot but would be even better if the tires were black and I'm actually a big fan of classic bend handlebars. :thumb:



Would be hot if the bars were angled correctly. But it's warm....
Forum: Road Cycling
08-06-13, 08:04 AM
Replies: 1,131
Views: 179,489
Posted By K. Legaspi

:o:o:o:o:o:o Thank you. I'll take it. I...

:o:o:o:o:o:o

Thank you. I'll take it. I should probably go out and take a proper picture before posting. Oopsies.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-06-13, 07:37 AM
Replies: 1,131
Views: 179,489
Posted By K. Legaspi

Let me down easy... :o:o ...

Let me down easy... :o:o

http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5328/9452165970_a2ba83ded0_c.jpg
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-03-13, 09:23 AM
Replies: 404
Views: 20,911
Posted By K. Legaspi

From yesterday: ...

From yesterday:

http://app.strava.com/activities/71735221

Ran errands in the beginning, I thought... Why not? :lol:
Forum: Road Cycling
08-02-13, 12:57 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,447
Posted By K. Legaspi

Whenever I do, the first 30 minutes is usually...

Whenever I do, the first 30 minutes is usually miserable then it gets better. Cures it for me if anything.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-02-13, 10:27 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 5,351
Posted By K. Legaspi

How's Race for the rear wheel and Lasers for the...

How's Race for the rear wheel and Lasers for the front do?
Forum: Road Cycling
08-02-13, 10:24 AM
Replies: 10,411
Views: 3,342,781
Posted By K. Legaspi

The bar tape is actually black. :( I think the...

The bar tape is actually black. :( I think the lighting is making them appear to be gray. Haha.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-02-13, 09:19 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 5,351
Posted By K. Legaspi

The guy who is building the wheelset says it will...

The guy who is building the wheelset says it will be ~ $850 for:

- Pacenti SL23 Rims + CK R45s + Sapim Laser Spokes + Brass Nipples + Skewers

The T11s are just about the same price, maybe $50...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-02-13, 08:57 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 5,351
Posted By K. Legaspi

I ought to change the title of this thread to... ...

I ought to change the title of this thread to...

"Custom Wheelset Help for 240 lb-er" :p

Sorry, if this topic has completely gone off track but I'm definitely going to go with something that is...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-02-13, 08:46 AM
Replies: 10,411
Views: 3,342,781
Posted By K. Legaspi

I definitely will! Thanks for your honest...

I definitely will! Thanks for your honest opinions. :thumb:
Forum: Road Cycling
08-02-13, 08:36 AM
Replies: 10,411
Views: 3,342,781
Posted By K. Legaspi

Awesome, guys. Thanks! I think I'll do pink. I...

Awesome, guys. Thanks! I think I'll do pink. I just wanted to make sure that the pink hubs on all black is subtle and not obnoxious like, "HEY! LOOK AT ME! LOOK AT MY BIKE!" I'd really hate that....
Forum: Road Cycling
08-02-13, 08:28 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 5,351
Posted By K. Legaspi

I'm not worried about aerodynamics in these...

I'm not worried about aerodynamics in these wheels as racing crits, I feel, don't really require much aero if you're the kind of racer I am. Which is, wait in the middle of the field for the sprint...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-02-13, 07:58 AM
Replies: 10,411
Views: 3,342,781
Posted By K. Legaspi

In the case that I do get the CK hubs, it will be...

In the case that I do get the CK hubs, it will be a whole new wheelset. So, the nipples would be black and I plan on changing the cable ends to black, as well as the brake adjuster knobs. (I actually...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-02-13, 07:48 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 5,351
Posted By K. Legaspi

I am by no means saying I'm "powerful." Hahahaha....

I am by no means saying I'm "powerful." Hahahaha. That is a joke. I'm sure my weight is the reason for the flexing and breaking of the spokes.

I've thought about the spoke count before posting...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-02-13, 06:32 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,118
Posted By K. Legaspi

I have a Seefood problem. I see food. I eat...

I have a Seefood problem.

I see food. I eat it.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-01-13, 08:49 PM
Replies: 27,281
Views: 6,590,781
Posted By K. Legaspi

Should be getting a new wheelset in the next...

Should be getting a new wheelset in the next couple of weeks which I hope will make it warm but as of now...

http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3818/9417568847_06ebbc8c29_c.jpg

Let me down easy. :(
Forum: Road Cycling
08-01-13, 08:45 PM
Replies: 10,411
Views: 3,342,781
Posted By K. Legaspi

So, I guess I'm back to wanting CK hubs for the...

So, I guess I'm back to wanting CK hubs for the CAAD but I'm stuck between the ever so popular color, red, or pink hubs. I'm really intrigued at the thought of pink hubs on an all black bike.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-01-13, 08:40 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 5,351
Posted By K. Legaspi

Well, in the case of the CX Rays being pointless,...

Well, in the case of the CX Rays being pointless, I will take that advice but the reason I'm going for something like the set up I'm going for is because I have Shimano RS10s at the moment that flex...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-01-13, 08:19 PM
Replies: 404
Views: 20,911
Posted By K. Legaspi

No, worries. I got my ride in today. :thumb: ...

No, worries. I got my ride in today. :thumb:

Higher Cadence Workout:

http://app.strava.com/activities/71490055

Trying to get my leg speed back. One main reason for not riding in the rain is...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-01-13, 10:38 AM
Replies: 265
Views: 12,181
Posted By K. Legaspi

I'll be shooting for 600 this month. I just...

I'll be shooting for 600 this month.

I just got back on the bike in July after being burnt out in the beginning of the year. I tried coming back every now and then and would be on and off the bike...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-01-13, 10:31 AM
Replies: 404
Views: 20,911
Posted By K. Legaspi

Here has been my rides the last week or so:...

Here has been my rides the last week or so: :thumb:

I'm a slow poke.

Easy Ride with my 2 Younger Cousins : http://app.strava.com/activities/71032564

Light Spin after Day of Sprints:...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-31-13, 10:06 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 5,351
Posted By K. Legaspi

Haha, what's up, Dan? Haven't you noticed...

Haha, what's up, Dan?

Haven't you noticed how much I've been trying to ride my bike lately? Slowly coming back, my friend. I've also wanted wheels since last season and have been trying to find...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-31-13, 08:17 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 5,351
Posted By K. Legaspi

Thank you for the responses, everyone. I really...

Thank you for the responses, everyone. I really appreciate it.

I'll definitely keep this set up in mind as my wheel builder just offered me an irresistible deal on a Pacenti SL23 + CK R45 + CX...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-31-13, 05:04 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 5,351
Posted By K. Legaspi

I'll definitely look into the T11. Thank you. If...

I'll definitely look into the T11. Thank you. If someone has a definite answer to the OP then it'd be much appreciated. :thumb:

Just to be clear though, if these "Campagnolo Record" hubs were...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-31-13, 04:43 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 5,351
Posted By K. Legaspi

I weight in at a hefty 240 lbs and race...

I weight in at a hefty 240 lbs and race criteriums plenty. I'm looking for a fast rolling wheelset that will withstand a fatty sprint and rough roads. The reason I ask about the Record hubs is...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-31-13, 01:42 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 5,351
Posted By K. Legaspi

I would get some DA hubs but those are almost...

I would get some DA hubs but those are almost twice as much as the Record hubs. The DA hubs are even more than the DTs and CKs.



I have Shimano RS-10s. I am quite a heavy rider and race quite...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-31-13, 11:28 AM
Replies: 10,411
Views: 3,342,781
Posted By K. Legaspi

Really? I've read differently about those hubs....

Really? I've read differently about those hubs. People say they're bullet proof and are easy to maintain and such.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-31-13, 11:24 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 5,351
Posted By K. Legaspi

Campagnolo Record Hubs (Flamesuit On!)

This is probably going to be the biggest newbie question in this forum but...

I am planning to get some wheels built and I have an idea of what I want the set up to be.

- Pacenti SL23 Rims
-...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-31-13, 09:47 AM
Replies: 10,411
Views: 3,342,781
Posted By K. Legaspi

I've changed my mind on what wheels I want to get...

I've changed my mind on what wheels I want to get built... Yet again. Lol. I've found a more affordable alternative to the set up I previously wanted which still give me the same results, from what...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-30-13, 09:48 AM
Replies: 10,411
Views: 3,342,781
Posted By K. Legaspi

The way I think of it, if I'm gonna buy wheels...

The way I think of it, if I'm gonna buy wheels and spend hundreds and even close to thousands on it, I might as well get the wheelset I really want and wait a bit longer.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-30-13, 08:47 AM
Replies: 10,411
Views: 3,342,781
Posted By K. Legaspi

I also can ride a 56 cm with a shorter stem but I...

I also can ride a 56 cm with a shorter stem but I think with the smaller size frame, I feel like I can handle the bike better in criteriums but that may just be me. :p
Forum: Road Cycling
07-30-13, 08:44 AM
Replies: 10,411
Views: 3,342,781
Posted By K. Legaspi

An aero position was partially what I was going...

An aero position was partially what I was going for when I first slammed my stem because let's be honest, the other part of me did it because it looked rad and pro. But I'm as far as a pro as you can...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-30-13, 08:28 AM
Replies: 10,411
Views: 3,342,781
Posted By K. Legaspi

They are Ritchey WCS Classic bars. I must say...

They are Ritchey WCS Classic bars. I must say that they have to be the best handle bars I've ever ridden on and I've ridden FSA Wing Pro Compact bars, 3T Ergonovas, and the stock handlebars which...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-30-13, 07:17 AM
Replies: 10,411
Views: 3,342,781
Posted By K. Legaspi

Meh. She needs proper wheels. (And a matching...

Meh. She needs proper wheels. (And a matching inner ring).

Love this bike to death though.

http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2811/9398945915_19bd5199a0_c.jpg

HED Belgiums 32/32 + Chris King...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-24-13, 09:15 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,658
Posted By K. Legaspi

Hahaha, it's alright. Suggestions are welcome. ...

Hahaha, it's alright. Suggestions are welcome.

I actually race on GP4000s last season and they held up well. But my fat ass still shredded those tires up faster than everyone else's experience. I...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-24-13, 11:01 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,658
Posted By K. Legaspi

700c x 23 / 25 Gumwall/Tan Clinchers

I am in the market for new tires and I'm looking to get myself some gumwall tires in 700c x 23 or 700c x 25.

I am looking for durable tires that won't hold me back too much when I race criterium...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-22-13, 07:31 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,963
Posted By K. Legaspi

245 -> 190. Win more races and not be...

245 -> 190.

Win more races and not be embarrassed to go to the pool. Lol.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-19-13, 12:58 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 11,694
Posted By K. Legaspi

Thanks for the help, everyone. It was much...

Thanks for the help, everyone. It was much appreciated.

If the 6500 RD doesn't want to work with the 6700 shifter then I'll probably just pick up a 5700 RD.

Cheers and happy riding!
Forum: Road Cycling
07-19-13, 12:29 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 11,694
Posted By K. Legaspi

Awesome, it's definitely not toast as it still...

Awesome, it's definitely not toast as it still shifts. All the iffyness is probably just a tuning problem.

Is there a certain cable set I need to use to make the shifters work or could I just use...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-19-13, 12:19 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 11,694
Posted By K. Legaspi

It will still shift through all 10 gears with the...

It will still shift through all 10 gears with the 6500 9 Speed?

My spare 10 speed cassette is an 11-25 so I think it's clear of that and the crankset that is currently on the bike is a FSA...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-19-13, 11:14 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 11,694
Posted By K. Legaspi

Thank you, now to find out if it will work with...

Thank you, now to find out if it will work with the older Ultegra brake calipers, Dura Ace front derailleur, etc.



Hmm... Can anyone confirm this?

After doing more research it seems as if I...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-19-13, 09:56 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 11,694
Posted By K. Legaspi

Shimano Ultegra + 105 Compatibility (6700+5700)

Hey, everyone.

I'm sorry if this is a repost. I've searched for a good couple of hours but couldn't find anything on this topic. Sorry in advance.

The situation is, I have a spare bike which...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-18-13, 12:48 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 4,145
Posted By K. Legaspi

Hit 52 mph descending down the Blue Ridge...

Hit 52 mph descending down the Blue Ridge Mountains here in Virginia. Not quite the straightest down hill ever but every time I came out of a corner or hairpin I was out of the saddle on my 53-11...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-17-13, 11:52 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 456
Posted By K. Legaspi

Thanks! Yeah, I've crashed once and I've ridden...

Thanks! Yeah, I've crashed once and I've ridden way smarter since then. Hahaha.



I did the Cap to Cap 2 years a go and it was my first century. I did the first 35-40 by myself due to me having...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-16-13, 10:22 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 456
Posted By K. Legaspi

Hello, Everyone. Another Intro. :D

- Cross Posting -

I know, I'm sorry.

Hi, everyone!

My name is Kevin. I have been lurking BF for quite a bit but never got into introducing myself, at least I don't think. I have been riding...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-16-13, 10:18 AM
Replies: 3,556
Views: 2,498,187
Posted By K. Legaspi

Nevermind, just posted a thread for my intro....

Nevermind, just posted a thread for my intro. Didn't want to spam. Sorry!
Forum: Road Cycling
04-04-12, 08:54 AM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,414,478
Posted By K. Legaspi

Most Recent: ...

Most Recent:

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7229/7045101161_4c67be2692_b.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
11-04-11, 07:35 AM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,414,478
Posted By K. Legaspi

Thanks for the compliments, everyone!

Thanks for the compliments, everyone!
Forum: Road Cycling
11-02-11, 10:51 AM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,414,478
Posted By K. Legaspi

My race set-up. Def. not as cool as the bikes on...

My race set-up. Def. not as cool as the bikes on here!

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6237/6290010713_a1aaa68832_b.jpg
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