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Posted By chas58

I did it at Bloomer, probably 2015. It was a UCI...

I did it at Bloomer, probably 2015. It was a UCI certified event. Not sure I still have the paperwork (Bill W. might). I just did a steady 24mph for an hour (not knowing any better, lol). I had a lot...
09-27-23, 10:39 AM
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Posted By chas58

huffman and McGuillicuddy...

huffman and McGuillicuddy (https://www.bikeforums.net/members/mcguillicuddy-5435.html) issues can likely be easily managed by talking to someone. Canyon has the best customer service I've ever run...
09-27-23, 10:36 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,635
Posted By chas58

I know I'm too far to the edge of the bell curve,...

I know I'm too far to the edge of the bell curve, but I'm using 34mm Schwalbe Pro1, measuring at 38mm on wide rims. Fat and happy.

Traction isn't really from tread design - I manage mine through...
07-20-23, 10:59 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,152
Posted By chas58

I'm your size. I ordered a M and S, and sent the...

I'm your size. I ordered a M and S, and sent the M back. Didn't cost me anything extra to try out two bikes, so that was kinda cool.
07-20-23, 10:56 AM
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Views: 2,510
Posted By chas58

Yeah, they used to be all stiff and unforgiving. ...

Yeah, they used to be all stiff and unforgiving. These days they have a lot of gravel friendly features (compliant ride, sized for large tires). Shoot, when I first got my CX bike I kept getting...
07-20-23, 10:53 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,510
Posted By chas58

+1 to Jughed said. Gross Generalization, but in...

+1 to Jughed said.
Gross Generalization, but in general a CX bike is more like a fast road race bike, while Gravel tends to be more endurance.

I chose CX because I want the agility for road,...
11-28-22, 04:08 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,103
Posted By chas58

My shimano shoes haven't had a problem with this...

My shimano shoes haven't had a problem with this (basically post #8)

I supposed I could put a rand on them like I do with my climbing shoes (Barge to the rescue!). Lord knows I have plenty of...
11-28-22, 04:03 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,387
Posted By chas58

Back in the day when Schwinn ruled my world, I...

Back in the day when Schwinn ruled my world, I had relaxed geometry, plenty of clearance and 32mm tires (1 & 1/4). 40 years later I have relaxed geometry, plenty of clearance and 32mm tires. Of...
10-31-22, 05:28 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,674
Posted By chas58

I got a canyon inflite when they came out. It's...

I got a canyon inflite when they came out. It's as fast as a road bike with road tires weighs 7.8 kg and cost about half what a crux cost. I put 54 mm tires on the front when I'm feeling rowdy.
...
10-31-22, 01:06 PM
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Views: 4,674
Posted By chas58

I got my rig, pretty much like what you...

I got my rig, pretty much like what you described.
Ideal doesn't exist, as everyone has a different definition, but I love mine!

Most gravel bikes have a low BB height, and I just hate pedal...
09-15-22, 03:15 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,710
Posted By chas58

I got that 2mph back just by using GP5000s....

I got that 2mph back just by using GP5000s. Really, not much difference between that and a pure road racing steed in my case.
09-14-22, 03:30 PM
Replies: 3
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Posted By chas58

yep, 20 is pretty standard for that tire size. ...

yep, 20 is pretty standard for that tire size. ETRTO standard lists it from 17 to 23. I've run it from 20 to 29 internal.

For reference, you can always search for the standard: etrto tire chart...
Forum: Great Lakes
09-09-22, 06:37 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 9,317
Posted By chas58

Last time I rode around Belle Isle (a few weeks...

Last time I rode around Belle Isle (a few weeks ago) I was surprised to drop what looked to be a strong cyclist (although I was pretty maxed out). Probably a good thing that I didn't realize he was...
09-08-22, 05:53 AM
Replies: 21
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Posted By chas58

I was gonna say the same thing. It sounds like...

I was gonna say the same thing. It sounds like Tesla owners get pretty pissed off if they see what they think is an inappropriate vehicle in their charging station. Possibly because those diesel...
09-07-22, 04:08 PM
Replies: 25
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Posted By chas58

It depends on so many things. How the carbon...

It depends on so many things.

How the carbon is layed up is critical. I've ridden (older) high end carbon bikes that I considered unrideable because they were way way too stiff (ever ridden a...
09-06-22, 02:26 PM
Replies: 6
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Posted By chas58

I do like having my batteries come with a switch....

I do like having my batteries come with a switch. Failing that, the controller can work, but I usually just jump the wires, or go to home depot and get a simple low voltage switch to plug in there.
09-02-22, 11:37 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,710
Posted By chas58

Huge difference going to GP5000s. Huge being...

Huge difference going to GP5000s. Huge being ~10% or 2mph at 20mph. What else can make that difference (besides rider position, lol).

I've been riding GP5000s on very fast club rides...
08-26-22, 03:57 PM
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Posted By chas58

I made one. Haven't ridden it much, as its too...

I made one. Haven't ridden it much, as its too hilly around here. Maybe I'll try it at a CX race, as for the most part I never shift at a race.

I've spent years doing fixed - not sure I'd do...
08-08-22, 06:22 AM
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Posted By chas58

convert a MTB? Naw, just get out and ride the...

convert a MTB? Naw, just get out and ride the thing as is.

I've mucked around converting a MTB, but for the most point there is no advantage in putting drop bars on a perfectly fine MTB. If you...
08-05-22, 04:10 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,195
Posted By chas58

Me too. I can get up to 54mm in the front. ...

Me too. I can get up to 54mm in the front.

on 28 or 32mm tires, it handles pretty much like it is designed (OEM is 33mm).

If I put 50mm front, 40mm rear (maxed out both), it gives the bike...
Forum: Commuting
08-01-22, 12:20 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,005
Posted By chas58

Ya really need to specify the size range you are...

Ya really need to specify the size range you are looking for.

Realistically, any commuting tire works fine unless you are in the mud or wet grass or something like that. Most greenways I've been...
08-01-22, 12:09 PM
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Views: 1,317
Posted By chas58

IMHO, the Trek FX (hybrid) is great for...

IMHO, the Trek FX (hybrid) is great for conversions, as it is a pretty stable platform.
The schwinn is probably great too, as those old ones tend to be pretty overbuilt. Most important thing of...
08-01-22, 12:06 PM
Replies: 21
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Posted By chas58

There is a lot of batteries other than just the...

There is a lot of batteries other than just the size. There is a big difference between cheap and expensive batteries.

One of the most important aspects is C rate. Roughly if you have a 10v...
08-01-22, 09:48 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,763
Posted By chas58

I could be wrong, but its looking to me that...

I could be wrong, but its looking to me that these tires are not being mounted properly.

With tubeless wheels, mounting is much more critical and a PITA.

I've learned the hard way to:
- put...
08-01-22, 09:40 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,195
Posted By chas58

I think the point is, that with many new frames...

I think the point is, that with many new frames you can put a 50mm tire in there on a 700c rim

For older frames, there is nothing wrong with using 650x48 - there is just going to be less of a need...
07-27-22, 09:51 AM
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Views: 4,195
Posted By chas58

I think you are right. Falling out of favor is...

I think you are right. Falling out of favor is basically how the bike industry works. I think it may apply here, like it or not. Just look at 650b on the mountain bike side of things. They found...
07-27-22, 09:47 AM
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Views: 1,763
Posted By chas58

I've been using fatty strippers for about a...

I've been using fatty strippers for about a decade, but I don't think they would do ya any good here. They are about the thickness of a latex balloon - and you cut them off basically at the lip of...
07-25-22, 01:18 PM
Replies: 25
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Posted By chas58

Yeah, thanks for that. I did remember there are...

Yeah, thanks for that. I did remember there are two ways to make carbon hookless - couldn't remember what the second way was - using a throwaway bladder.
Sounds like ENVE probably has a higher...
07-25-22, 01:17 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,195
Posted By chas58

Well, fads always change in the bike world. ...

Well, fads always change in the bike world. Gotta have a new shiny object.

You are correct though. In the last few years, the industry touted having wide 650b or narrower 700c rims, so you could...
07-21-22, 09:25 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,455
Posted By chas58

My reach is shorter (and stack is shorter too)...

My reach is shorter (and stack is shorter too) than what I've always had before.

Realistically, I want my reach to be such that I am not putting weight on my hands. Stand up straight, then...
07-20-22, 11:00 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,763
Posted By chas58

That is odd. you got me stumped. If there...

That is odd. you got me stumped.

If there is a manufacturer defect enough to hurt the tire, I'd think you would see and/or feel it there.

looking at the OP, it looks like the tire failed...
07-19-22, 07:23 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,763
Posted By chas58

I love ramblers. Great tire. While I have no...

I love ramblers. Great tire. While I have no problems with them, they are not heavy duty.

Some brands have extra rim protection to protect against pinch flats (often looks like a piece of...
07-18-22, 02:50 PM
Replies: 4
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Posted By chas58

I have a 32mm Gatorskin if you want it. Great...

I have a 32mm Gatorskin if you want it. Great gravel tire, if a little low on volume for what most people want. Back in the day of 27" we basically had a tire range of 25 - 32mm.
07-18-22, 02:47 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,763
Posted By chas58

Thanks for sharing. Unfortunately this is a known...

Thanks for sharing. Unfortunately this is a known problem for hooked carbon rims (known in the industry if not with consumers like us).

It should not happen hookless (nor on a hooked aluminum rim)...
07-11-22, 05:36 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,271
Posted By chas58

True. The torque to the rear tire does apply...

True. The torque to the rear tire does apply some deformation and extra wear - most evident on treaded tires, but happens to all of them. I've done some fairly fast riding on mountain bike tires ...
07-11-22, 05:28 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,271
Posted By chas58

Funny man. I'll take sincere questions, but if...

Funny man. I'll take sincere questions, but if you are just here to troll and argue, I'm out... CYA,,,
07-11-22, 06:53 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,271
Posted By chas58

Does my ability to explain make it more or less...

Does my ability to explain make it more or less real? Or do real life examples help more?

On the terraspeed,
0 watts input over 1000 miles = zero wear.
0-1000 watts input, means tire is worn...
07-01-22, 09:57 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,271
Posted By chas58

I suspect the rolling surface and the power...

I suspect the rolling surface and the power output play a huge role in tire wear.

600 miles on mixed hard surfaces (for me, broken chip seal and hard pack dirt) at 200-1000 watts kills the tread...
07-01-22, 09:54 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,271
Posted By chas58

yah, I'm pushing the boundaries, but I put the...

yah, I'm pushing the boundaries, but I put the 32mm version on a 29 internal rim, and it measures a bit over 36mm. Its all I ride now in summer/fall (unless its wet and/or rough). It is a lot...
06-30-22, 11:48 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,271
Posted By chas58

Hate to be that guy, but did you search here? ...

Hate to be that guy, but did you search here?

Mine probably lasted 600 miles in the rear. Can't say it's noticeably faster, but other than wear it was good. There are a lot of alternatives if...
06-30-22, 11:13 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,603
Posted By chas58

Make sure you understand the warranty. Lynskey...

Make sure you understand the warranty. Lynskey is "reputable" but I still hear of their frames cracking occasionally (presumably because of the difficulty welding the stuff).
06-28-22, 12:41 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,091
Posted By chas58

Actually, I do. but the larger tire up front...

Actually, I do. but the larger tire up front reduces the trail and makes the bike more stable and less darty, which is good.
Even more so in a pelton, because I can't pick my line, but have to...
06-27-22, 09:07 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,091
Posted By chas58

I run 50mm Front, 38mm rear. Any problems you...

I run 50mm Front, 38mm rear. Any problems you expect?
Iike I said, it reduces the trail and makes the bike more stable, which is what I want when running big tires.
When running GP5000s, I want...
06-27-22, 03:24 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 652
Posted By chas58

I find in general, carbon rides noticeably better...

I find in general, carbon rides noticeably better than Aluminum on gravel, but that really depends on how the bike is designed and manufactured. Never ridden a boardman, so not sure how this applies...
06-27-22, 03:21 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,091
Posted By chas58

Advantages: Better steering and flotation...

Advantages:

Better steering and flotation in the soft stuff
more shock absorption (a little like adding a small front shock)
Noticeably more trail, making the bike more stable in the rough...
06-27-22, 09:57 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 4,067
Posted By chas58

I suspect its doing the same thing as NUUN or...

I suspect its doing the same thing as NUUN or Pickle Juice. I find it more cost effective than NUUN if I’m biking a lot in hot weather (and sweating a lot), and well, pickle juice is what, mostly...
06-27-22, 08:43 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 4,067
Posted By chas58

ms state I've been using this the last...

ms state

I've been using this the last couple of years. Trace Minerals Research Endure Performance Electrolyte. I used to get totally drained from a good bike ride, but now I recover quickly...
06-26-22, 01:30 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,106
Posted By chas58

Its in here somewhere if you really want to know....

Its in here somewhere if you really want to know. Convinced me to degrease every new chain I get.

https://cyclingtips.com/2022/03/nerd-alert-podcast-finding-the-best-chain-lube-for-your-needs/
06-15-22, 04:08 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,853
Posted By chas58

oh, good point. I almost assume everyone has one...

oh, good point. I almost assume everyone has one of these. Worth ever cent!

https://www.amazon.com/Kool-Stop-Tire-Bead-Jack/dp/B001AYML7K
...
06-14-22, 10:03 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,089
Posted By chas58

I zip tie them to my shoes (to the boa straps...

I zip tie them to my shoes (to the boa straps actually). Since I use multiple bikes, this works great for me.
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