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Forum: Road Cycling
08-02-11, 06:01 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,123
Posted By bsc77

Back from my trip to my LBS... They took a look...

Back from my trip to my LBS... They took a look and didn't see any issues with the front chain rings, nor the front derailleur. Once on the rack the guy was able to duplicate my issue and took a look...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-02-11, 01:07 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,123
Posted By bsc77

OK, I'll check it out when I get home. Thanks for...

OK, I'll check it out when I get home. Thanks for the info.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-02-11, 12:38 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,123
Posted By bsc77

Great, much appreciated. 5th trip to the LBS in 5...

Great, much appreciated. 5th trip to the LBS in 5 days !!!! Woo hoo!!!
Forum: Road Cycling
08-02-11, 12:28 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,123
Posted By bsc77

Thanks for the info, so it seems by taking the...

Thanks for the info, so it seems by taking the advice of my LBS I'm now in a worse situation than I was before! I was fine with the old cassette and chain, no issues! I take it replacing the rings is...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-02-11, 11:56 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,123
Posted By bsc77

OK let me describe this better, and thanks for...

OK let me describe this better, and thanks for taking the time to help. When I shift from the small to the large chain ring, the chain moves to the large ring, BUT a portion of it physically lodges...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-02-11, 07:37 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,123
Posted By bsc77

I'll bring it back to my LBS and let them do it....

I'll bring it back to my LBS and let them do it. Problem is that it only happens maybe 1 in every 15 shifts. It works most of the time, but that's not good enough at this point.

EDIT: The chain...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-02-11, 07:29 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,123
Posted By bsc77

Thanks so much, I'm sure it's guaranteed, the...

Thanks so much, I'm sure it's guaranteed, the first time I picked it up and rode it,the front derailleur wasn't working at all. I couldn't shift at all. This is supposed to be a reliable shop, I'm...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-02-11, 07:17 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,123
Posted By bsc77

Chain Keeps Getting Stuck

I brought my bike in for a "deluxe" tuneup. They strip it down, clean all parts, degrease, then re-assemble and lube it up. I suppose this is commonly done once a year or so.

When I brought it in...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-09-11, 11:48 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 931
Posted By bsc77

Thanks man, I woke up early to get to the shop to...

Thanks man, I woke up early to get to the shop to let the pros look at it, checked it before I left and the clicking sound was gone. I did use a fair amount of dry lube last night, I'm wondering if I...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-08-11, 05:45 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 931
Posted By bsc77

Rear Derailleur Not Shifting Smoothly

I noticed on my last ride that when I shift the rear cogs from the larger cogs to the smaller cogs it's not a smooth shift. I took it home and shifted and watched what was happening, it seems when I...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-01-11, 03:37 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,166
Posted By bsc77

You can get a bike spot in most garages in NYC...

You can get a bike spot in most garages in NYC for under $50/month, very surprising but true.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-01-11, 10:52 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 302
Posted By bsc77

Thank you for clarifying.

Thank you for clarifying.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-01-11, 09:24 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 302
Posted By bsc77

Cassettes and Speeds

I have an 8 speed Trek right now (shimano)and I'm wondering if I install a shimano 9 speed cassette, does that make my ride a 9 speed? Would I have to upgrade the rear derailleur or any other...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-29-11, 11:53 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,084
Posted By bsc77

You got a steal, maybe the guy that rang you up...

You got a steal, maybe the guy that rang you up just started... The bike @ Brands is listed at $1250.

http://brandscycle.com/product/specialized-allez-elite-compact-75104-1.htm
Forum: Road Cycling
06-28-11, 12:49 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,644
Posted By bsc77

I've yet to hear a bad thing about Cannondale...

I've yet to hear a bad thing about Cannondale either, but I've read that the CAAD frame is a "racing" frame and the Synapse is more of a comfort frame. I guess the best thing for me to do would be to...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-28-11, 11:45 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,644
Posted By bsc77

Thanks Brian, great review. It's been pretty hard...

Thanks Brian, great review. It's been pretty hard to find reviews on the bike for some reason.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-28-11, 11:34 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,084
Posted By bsc77

Where's your LBS? That's a great deal @ 899!. I...

Where's your LBS? That's a great deal @ 899!. I can't seem to find the Elite anywhere for under $1100.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-28-11, 10:06 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,644
Posted By bsc77

2008 Cannondale Synapse 6 Compact

I'm looking to upgrade and I'm going to Craigslist route for now until I get more serious and want to really step up my game. I've got an offer on the table for the Synapse Compact 2008 for $525. I...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-26-11, 11:50 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 486
Posted By bsc77

Thanks so much, too good to be true, I was hoping...

Thanks so much, too good to be true, I was hoping a 51.8 was for a 52 cm frame :)
Forum: Road Cycling
06-26-11, 11:21 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 486
Posted By bsc77

Specialized Frame Question

I'm looking at a used Allez Double and the person selling it is telling me the size is listed as: 51.8 per 49 centimeters (height * length).

He said that is what's on the sticker on the frame....
Forum: Road Cycling
06-24-11, 07:51 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 441
Posted By bsc77

Thanks guys I'll see if I can adjust it, and if...

Thanks guys I'll see if I can adjust it, and if that doesn't work, I'll just replace it.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-24-11, 07:31 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 441
Posted By bsc77

Front Derailleur Issues

I'm having some trouble with my front derailleur, it's a Sora that came with my used Trek 1000. I know Sora sucks and I'm looking to upgrade but it's what I have right now until I find a replacement....
Forum: Road Cycling
06-21-11, 04:38 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,194
Posted By bsc77

LOL, will do. Thanks for all the info.

LOL, will do. Thanks for all the info.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-21-11, 07:23 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,194
Posted By bsc77

That's a great deal! I'm on the hunt for it. I...

That's a great deal! I'm on the hunt for it. I think I'm going to stick with the CAAD10 and not second guess myself.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-20-11, 06:04 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,194
Posted By bsc77

Thank you for the advice, what about the $800...

Thank you for the advice, what about the $800 Giant Defy 1 vs the Cannondale CAAD10 for $1400?
Forum: Road Cycling
06-20-11, 05:20 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,194
Posted By bsc77

That easy huh?

That easy huh?
Forum: Road Cycling
06-20-11, 05:16 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,194
Posted By bsc77

I was just offered a brand new Giant Defy 1 with...

I was just offered a brand new Giant Defy 1 with full Shimano 105 components for $800. It's brand new, never been ridden. Anyone have any thoughts on this one? It's a great deal for sure, I've heard...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-19-11, 06:23 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,194
Posted By bsc77

It sounds like BB30 is going to be industry...

It sounds like BB30 is going to be industry standard pretty soon, this will definitely be an interesting story to follow.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-19-11, 06:11 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,194
Posted By bsc77

I had no idea that BB30 was a standard, I assumed...

I had no idea that BB30 was a standard, I assumed it was just a size, after reading an article about it, I get it. That being said, I still don't get why Shimano wouldn't be making a BB30 crank set...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-19-11, 05:02 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,194
Posted By bsc77

I was only asking b/c it seemed odd to me (and my...

I was only asking b/c it seemed odd to me (and my knowledge is very limited) to have 105 components all over except for the crank, which I would think would be the most important component. Is it not?
Forum: Road Cycling
06-19-11, 11:44 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,194
Posted By bsc77

You have one? What's up with the crank set? Is...

You have one? What's up with the crank set? Is the Gossamer on par with the 105? Better? Worse?
Forum: Road Cycling
06-19-11, 11:39 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,194
Posted By bsc77

That Pinarello is a great deal!!! I wish I was 2...

That Pinarello is a great deal!!! I wish I was 2 inches taller :)
Forum: Road Cycling
06-19-11, 11:37 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,194
Posted By bsc77

I'm definitely not set on a new bike, although it...

I'm definitely not set on a new bike, although it would be awesome to pull the plastic off the tires, I understand the value of the CL route. I've been scouring CL actually looking for a 52 cm ride...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-19-11, 07:51 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,194
Posted By bsc77

Upgrading From Trek 1000

It's been a little under 2 months since I bought my used 2003 Trek 1000 on Craigslist for around $300. Since then I'm out everyday, increasing mileage, cadence, etc. I really love this sport and I...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-03-11, 08:58 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 341
Posted By bsc77

That all sounds great, I was wondering what RPM I...

That all sounds great, I was wondering what RPM I should be maintaining, I shot for 110 on stationary bikes and was able to do so but there's quite the difference b/w stationary and road biking....
Forum: Road Cycling
06-03-11, 07:36 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 341
Posted By bsc77

Newbie Needs Advice

I picked up my first road bike, a Trek 1000, used from Craigslist. Here's a link to it's specs, I'm pretty certain everything is still stock, the previous owner hardly rode it:
...
Forum: Introductions
06-03-11, 06:28 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 199
Posted By bsc77

Hello from NYC

I'm Brian, it's been 15 years since I've been on a bike, I'm 34 but picked one up so I could compete in this years NYC Nautica Triathlon. I've quickly realized that the cycling portion (40k) will be...
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