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Forum: Road Cycling
01-14-12, 04:11 PM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,399,013
Posted By pilechko

Same old bike, new wheels. It's a Fuji SL-1 with...

Same old bike, new wheels. It's a Fuji SL-1 with SRAM Rival, it was stock until I got the new ROL d'huez wheels.

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Forum: Road Cycling
05-30-11, 03:52 PM
Replies: 3,933
Views: 290,927
Posted By pilechko

Mount Greylock

Hardest climb I ever did ...

http://connect.garmin.com/activity/88774447
Forum: Road Cycling
09-19-10, 06:03 PM
Replies: 3,933
Views: 290,927
Posted By pilechko

http://connect.garmin.com/activity/49694129 ...

http://connect.garmin.com/activity/49694129

A lot of short, steep hills. Two of the hills had sections over 20%, four more hit the mid-teens.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-18-10, 05:15 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,022
Posted By pilechko

To me, the most dangerous place with clipless is...

To me, the most dangerous place with clipless is when you have to stop at a main road just as you crest at the top of a steep climb.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-17-10, 03:40 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,022
Posted By pilechko

The first few times I rode clipless, I was fine,...

The first few times I rode clipless, I was fine, being very careful to clip out well in advance of stops. After a few weeks I stopped by my bike shop, rode right up to the front door, and fell over...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-17-10, 03:36 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 10,293
Posted By pilechko

I like race geometry frames, so my "race" bike is...

I like race geometry frames, so my "race" bike is also my "endurance" bike. I tried the Roubaix and it felt horribly sluggish to me.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-17-10, 09:49 AM
Replies: 106
Views: 4,696
Posted By pilechko

Forgot about this -- I called for the SAG wagon...

Forgot about this -- I called for the SAG wagon on a century ride, but I had gotten lost on the way and I actually rode 102 miles before I bonked, so I count that as a success ;)
Forum: Road Cycling
09-16-10, 09:36 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,474
Posted By pilechko

So for $1200 you're probably getting aluminum....

So for $1200 you're probably getting aluminum. The most important thing is to visit the bike shops nearby and ride the bikes that interest you, find out a) if you like the bike shop and want to work...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-16-10, 09:25 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 4,696
Posted By pilechko

It can happen to anyone. I tried to ride after a...

It can happen to anyone. I tried to ride after a week being sick, taking antibiotics. I thought I was better and I only lasted 10 miles before I had absolutely nothing left. And I usually do 40 or...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-16-10, 09:17 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,127
Posted By pilechko

The Allez is a really nice bike, so I suggest...

The Allez is a really nice bike, so I suggest that you ride it and see what you think. I recently bought a new bike, carbon frame and better components, but I kept my old Allez as a backup and I...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-16-10, 01:40 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 731
Posted By pilechko

Bike lanes are more hassle than they are worth. ...

Bike lanes are more hassle than they are worth. You always have to watch for them to suddenly end and then merge back into traffic. I prefer riding in normal traffic lanes. But then, I also live in...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-14-10, 01:51 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,101
Posted By pilechko

Actually, I believe that it uses a barometric...

Actually, I believe that it uses a barometric altimeter that is continuously re-calibrated using GPS data for maximum accuracy.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-13-10, 07:40 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 2,649
Posted By pilechko

Just realize that steering is mostly about...

Just realize that steering is mostly about leaning your body, not about physically moving the bars with your hands. Once you sit up confidently you can easily steer your bike around a corner hands...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-13-10, 07:32 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,101
Posted By pilechko

I have an Edge 305, and it seems pretty accurate...

I have an Edge 305, and it seems pretty accurate -- it settles down in a number for a consistent grade pretty quickly, and the numbers seem consistent across hills of varying slope. You can get...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-12-10, 02:36 PM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,399,013
Posted By pilechko

Finally got some decent pictures of my new bike: ...

Finally got some decent pictures of my new bike:

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Forum: Road Cycling
09-10-10, 02:45 PM
Replies: 590
Views: 160,747
Posted By pilechko

Here's my new SL-1 Comp 169159

Here's my new SL-1 Comp

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Forum: Road Cycling
09-09-10, 08:31 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 15,115
Posted By pilechko

I have a Fuji SL-1 Comp, which is the C4 carbon,...

I have a Fuji SL-1 Comp, which is the C4 carbon, as well as a Specialized Allez. There's no comparison on weight and comfort, the carbon frame is far superior.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-09-10, 07:44 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 800
Posted By pilechko

I really wouldn't worry too much about 11 vs. 12,...

I really wouldn't worry too much about 11 vs. 12, unless you're racing you're not likely to need them much anyway.

I have one bike with a standard 53/39 double. It came with a 12/25, which I...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-09-10, 07:25 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 767
Posted By pilechko

That sounds most likely.

That sounds most likely.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-08-10, 02:58 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 5,471
Posted By pilechko

My old bike has Sora shifters, and the main...

My old bike has Sora shifters, and the main complaint is that I can't shift from the drops. I don't know what kind of hands you have if you can reach ...

The other problem is that downshifting on...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-07-10, 07:05 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,754
Posted By pilechko

My Fuji SL-1 with SRAM Rival cost me $2100. Love...

My Fuji SL-1 with SRAM Rival cost me $2100. Love the Addict, but I'd take my deal. If you really want Shimano, you can get a Bianchi Mono-Q with 105 for around $2300. Now that's a nice bike.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-06-10, 06:17 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,754
Posted By pilechko

You can get SRAM Rival for the same price as 105,...

You can get SRAM Rival for the same price as 105, so why would you bother?
Forum: Road Cycling
09-06-10, 06:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 506
Posted By pilechko

I see big differences between the same Garmin...

I see big differences between the same Garmin file imported into Garmin Connect and MapMyRide, particularly in elevation gain and calories burned, but sometimes even the ride distance is different.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-06-10, 06:12 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,645
Posted By pilechko

Well, there's a big difference between wearing...

Well, there's a big difference between wearing "everyday" clothing with visible branding, and wearing branded cycling clothing. There is very little money in professional bicycle racing. Nobody has...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-06-10, 06:07 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 3,183
Posted By pilechko

Agreed. Not to mention the extra issues that they...

Agreed. Not to mention the extra issues that they raise for calls of nature ...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-01-10, 08:08 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,632
Posted By pilechko

Haven't bought one, but I sold an old Trek Hybrid...

Haven't bought one, but I sold an old Trek Hybrid (7300). It helped to fund new road pedals and shoes ;)
Forum: Road Cycling
08-30-10, 04:49 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 7,112
Posted By pilechko

Agreed. I'm the opposite -- not at all flexible...

Agreed. I'm the opposite -- not at all flexible by that measure, and I also have a herniated disc in my upper (cervical) spine, but I am much more comfortable on an aggressive geometry bike, and like...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-30-10, 02:26 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 7,112
Posted By pilechko

It's probably easier to get a proper fit on a...

It's probably easier to get a proper fit on a bike that's slightly too small than on a bike that's slightly too big.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-28-10, 05:05 PM
Replies: 3,933
Views: 290,927
Posted By pilechko

Today's pretty hilly ride:...

Today's pretty hilly ride: http://connect.garmin.com/activity/46496631
Forum: Road Cycling
08-27-10, 02:18 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 465
Posted By pilechko

Prehistoric cave drawings?

http://www.fujibikes.com/Explore/Altamira.aspx
Forum: Road Cycling
08-25-10, 08:54 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,763
Posted By pilechko

Does anyone really need 11/32 ? Especially with a...

Does anyone really need 11/32 ? Especially with a 52/36 crank ...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-25-10, 07:15 PM
Replies: 342
Views: 17,838
Posted By pilechko

No, I'm only 5'7" :)

No, I'm only 5'7" :)
Forum: Road Cycling
08-25-10, 06:47 PM
Replies: 342
Views: 17,838
Posted By pilechko

Age 53, and I weigh 130, fat boy.

Age 53, and I weigh 130, fat boy.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-25-10, 06:42 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 3,540
Posted By pilechko

My first group ride I was worried about being...

My first group ride I was worried about being left behind, so I did a "C" level ride. It was only 25 miles, so I rode 10 miles to get to the starting point. It turned out to be a bunch of people even...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-25-10, 05:15 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,446
Posted By pilechko

Does your group have different levels? If so,...

Does your group have different levels? If so, find the level that you can hang with, and move up when you are ready. I started with a group this year, found the C rides too easy, moved to C+, then to...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-25-10, 05:05 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,494
Posted By pilechko

Touchy, touchy. I'm an "older" cyclist too, and...

Touchy, touchy. I'm an "older" cyclist too, and while the lycra and mirror comments were gratuitous, the person was clearly riding like an idiot.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-25-10, 04:59 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,763
Posted By pilechko

2011 Tarmacs

Specialized now has the 2011 bikes on their US website : http://www.specialized.com/us/en/bc/SBCBkModel.jsp?sid=11Tarmac&eid=6061&menuItemId=14878

Pretty interesting that the entry-level Elite...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-25-10, 01:19 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 733
Posted By pilechko

I'm also a 50+ rider with a herniated disk in my...

I'm also a 50+ rider with a herniated disk in my upper spine, and I spend a lot of time in the drops, I find it quite comfortable. The key is having a bike that fits properly. I tried a so-called...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-25-10, 09:08 AM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,399,013
Posted By pilechko

Loving it ;) Also loving the SRAM Rival shifters,...

Loving it ;) Also loving the SRAM Rival shifters, it all feels so natural and intuitive.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-24-10, 01:51 PM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,399,013
Posted By pilechko

My new bike

I just bought this new Fuji SL-1 Comp. I was previously riding a Specialized Allez. Not a very good picture, unfortunately, as I couldn't find my camera and had to use the cellphone to take it.
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