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Forum: Commuting
08-14-20, 04:00 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 888
Posted By corynardin

Thanks for the detailed response. I was talking...

Thanks for the detailed response. I was talking to a friend and he was also suggesting studded tires. I searched quickly online, and it seems like studded tires are way more expensive, like...
Forum: Commuting
08-13-20, 01:58 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 888
Posted By corynardin

Versatile Year Round Setup

I have a vintage Schwinn touring frame that I built up with old components I had, 2x9 Ultegra shifters, cantilever brakes, 700x32C tires. The frame is made for 27" wheels, and the whole braking...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
01-29-13, 08:10 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 22,923
Posted By corynardin

Waldick, you already have the cheapest power...

Waldick, you already have the cheapest power meter available, a heart rate monitor.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
01-29-13, 08:05 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 36,235
Posted By corynardin

I have a Garmin 800, and in retrospect, I think I...

I have a Garmin 800, and in retrospect, I think I would have been just as happy with the 500. I do like the new features of the 510/810 though and now wish that I had those. Oh, well.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
01-28-13, 09:39 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,265
Posted By corynardin

PowerTap not connecting to Garmin 800

The short:
I have a Garmin 800 and it will not pair with a PowerTap SL 2.4 wheel upgraded to be Ant+ compatible.

The long:
I bought a used PowerTap SL 2.4 (upgraded to Ant+) wireless wheel...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-28-13, 08:53 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 780
Posted By corynardin

PowerTap Not Connecting to Garmin 800

The short:
I have a Garmin 800 and it will not pair with a PowerTap SL 2.4 wheel upgraded to be Ant+ compatible.

The long:
I bought a used PowerTap SL 2.4 (upgraded to Ant+) wireless wheel from...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-16-12, 08:22 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,207
Posted By corynardin

I have just started to practice bunny hopping on...

I have just started to practice bunny hopping on my old Schwinn passage which is going to be similar and have found it to be harder than expected. I personally attribute this to geometry more than...
Forum: Triathlon
10-12-12, 09:37 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 545
Posted By corynardin

I doubt you would be able to sell them for a...

I doubt you would be able to sell them for a profit. I'm not sure about the CD 0.1 frame, but it doesn't seem worth the risk.
Forum: Triathlon
10-12-12, 09:31 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 671
Posted By corynardin

Out dated. some one may pick them up for $25...

Out dated. some one may pick them up for $25 bucks top. IMHO
Forum: Triathlon
10-12-12, 09:27 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,009
Posted By corynardin

+1 for heart rate monitor.

+1 for heart rate monitor.
Forum: Triathlon
10-12-12, 06:21 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 519
Posted By corynardin

I wish I could run that fast. There is only one...

I wish I could run that fast. There is only one race that I know of (escape from Alcatraz) and it would not be a good first timers race. You can find races on trifind.com or the usat website.

I...
Forum: Triathlon
10-12-12, 05:53 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 980
Posted By corynardin

You are not crazy. I have heard of plenty off...

You are not crazy. I have heard of plenty off people who signed up for an IM having not ever complet a triathlon of any length. Granted they usually do a few before their IM. I would suggest the...
Forum: Triathlon
10-10-12, 05:27 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,003
Posted By corynardin

Peer pressure. If you have to meet some one, then...

Peer pressure. If you have to meet some one, then you are more likely to make a work out because you don't want to leave them hanging. Classes can also help because there is a schedule. I like doing...
Forum: Triathlon
10-10-12, 05:18 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 731
Posted By corynardin

There is nothing stopping you from using it as a...

There is nothing stopping you from using it as a road bike or fixie. Don't plan on putting fat tires or fenders on it though. Not sure what to do about the seat tube angle, but I'm not exactly sure...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-05-12, 03:29 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 875
Posted By corynardin

Bikeisland has a few motobecane frames between...

Bikeisland has a few motobecane frames between $200 and $350 for frame and fork. I think it also comes with a headset.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-07-12, 08:52 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 998
Posted By corynardin

I could possibly try replacing the nipples with...

I could possibly try replacing the nipples with normal nipples, but I would have to drill out out the wheel and the spokes would be too long, so I would need new spokes and new nipples. Still might...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-06-12, 02:27 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 998
Posted By corynardin

I could possibly try replacing the nipples with...

I could possibly try replacing the nipples with normal nipples, but I would have to drill out out the wheel and the spokes would be too long, so I would need new spokes and new nipples. Still might...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-06-12, 11:22 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 998
Posted By corynardin

mechBgon, they are hex, not spline drive. ...

mechBgon, they are hex, not spline drive.

mrrabbit, you know that it is impossible to get nipples from FSA, and that is obviously why you hold on to the few that you have like gold.

Andy, I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-29-12, 07:57 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 998
Posted By corynardin

Source For FSA Nipples

I was trying to true my FSA wheel and one of the spokes busted. I threw it away not knowing how difficult it would be to find another nipple. Does any one know where the heck to find a new nipple?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-31-12, 09:55 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,444
Posted By corynardin

I went to the coop and they didn't have a 26.6...

I went to the coop and they didn't have a 26.6 but they did have a 26.8 which I bought and sanded (and sanded) until it fit in well. I used calipers to measure as I went along to make sure that I was...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-31-12, 07:21 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,444
Posted By corynardin

Thanks for the advice. I was going to hit the...

Thanks for the advice. I was going to hit the bike coop today and see what I could find. I tried CL and Nashbar and couldn't find anything. Although when I looked at Nashbar I looked under road not...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-31-12, 12:25 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,444
Posted By corynardin

How Much Can a Seat Tube Be Enlarged?

I just bought a old Schwinn with a 26.6mm seat tube ID. Didn't come with a seat post and it seems like there are a million 27.2mm seat posts. Can I remove 6mm?? For reference here it is Columbus...
Forum: Triathlon
03-14-12, 10:27 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,814
Posted By corynardin

First, it hardly seems worth buying a bike based...

First, it hardly seems worth buying a bike based on a wheel. My suggestion would be to get the right bike (based on fit and price) and if need be build a new wheel with your powertap hub. It...
Forum: Triathlon
03-12-12, 06:45 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,538
Posted By corynardin

If you bought the parts used and did all of the...

If you bought the parts used and did all of the work for free you might be able to do it for as little as a hundred bucks. It really only takes a couple of metric Allen wrenches and maybe some cable...
Forum: Framebuilders
03-08-12, 04:35 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,874
Posted By corynardin

Thanks. That's what I was hoping but wanted to...

Thanks. That's what I was hoping but wanted to check first.



I appreciate your wise words, however I can't see myself ever building more than one or two frames in my life (if any at all). I...
Forum: Framebuilders
03-08-12, 09:54 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,874
Posted By corynardin

Bernzomatic Sufficient For Brazing a Cable Stop?

I would like to dip my toe in the water and I figure adding a few braze ons to my steel frame might be a good start. I don't expect to braze a lugged frame but could I feasibly braze some cable stops...
Forum: Triathlon
03-07-12, 02:22 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,538
Posted By corynardin

Let me start off by saying congratulations on...

Let me start off by saying congratulations on deciding to jump into triathlon!

It is going to be harder for you to get a good fit on a mans bike being a woman. My guess is that your bike is too...
Forum: Triathlon
03-05-12, 07:32 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,528
Posted By corynardin

Spud, I was just thinking about you yesterday...

Spud,
I was just thinking about you yesterday on my ride. I had changed saddles on my bike and forgot to adjust the height as they are quite different. Anyway, my saddle was too low and my quads...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-03-12, 11:36 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,174
Posted By corynardin

Dylan, I just converted my road bike to tri...

Dylan,
I just converted my road bike to tri specific setup this evening. The only issue is that there is no standard for aero seat posts. Also something to consider, aero bladed forks pretty much...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-02-12, 09:37 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,680
Posted By corynardin

Thanks for all of the input. I am very encouraged...

Thanks for all of the input. I am very encouraged to find something that will work. I actually found a trek 720 (looks like 90's). I also found a Schwinn voyageur (83) that is just the frame (already...
Forum: Triathlon
03-01-12, 09:16 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,528
Posted By corynardin

First question: have you been professionally fit...

First question: have you been professionally fit on your bike? Your body posture could be putting a lot of stress on your quads.
Second question: how even is your peddle stroke? You may be pushing...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-29-12, 05:42 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,680
Posted By corynardin

Old Bike For CX

I am interested in putting together a cheap CX bike to race and commute. Nothing too serious and thought that maybe I could get something old. I have a bunch of modern stuff around, so I could...
Forum: Framebuilders
02-22-12, 01:48 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 4,046
Posted By corynardin

Thanks. I'm checking out your blog posts.

Thanks. I'm checking out your blog posts.
Forum: Triathlon
02-16-12, 03:06 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 11,005
Posted By corynardin

Both the previous posts are spot on. I can't add...

Both the previous posts are spot on. I can't add much to what they said but there is one important addition and one minor. First, nutrition is very important since you will be going for at least five...
Forum: Triathlon
02-16-12, 01:08 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 761
Posted By corynardin

I am the same size as you and I ride on a 53cm...

I am the same size as you and I ride on a 53cm bike. The price looks good, but I think it may be a bit too big. If you really have no experience cycling, I might suggest starting out with a road bike...
Forum: Triathlon
02-16-12, 12:59 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,455
Posted By corynardin

I agree that you should build up gradually, but...

I agree that you should build up gradually, but you should be able to build up fairly quickly. My suggestion is to listen to your body. I would start off jogging two to there times a week, gradually...
Forum: Triathlon
02-16-12, 12:33 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 723
Posted By corynardin

Please tell nee you aren't doing IMSG! I...

Please tell nee you aren't doing IMSG!

I took a look on Craigslist and was pretty surprised how few options there are. I thought SL had a large cycling community? No matter. There are a number of...
Forum: Triathlon
02-06-12, 03:18 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,180
Posted By corynardin

caelric has it right that you need to practice...

caelric has it right that you need to practice nutrition. Get a bento box for you bike. I love honey stinger products (waffles and chews on the bike and there gels for the run). The way you train...
Forum: Triathlon
02-06-12, 02:54 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,165
Posted By corynardin

Thanks for the race report. I will be interested...

Thanks for the race report. I will be interested to hear about Mont Tremblont. I was considering that for my first but decided it was too much. The wife and I are planning on CDA in June.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-10-11, 12:11 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,157
Posted By corynardin

Is this a hypothetical question? Are you thinking...

Is this a hypothetical question? Are you thinking of a adding a derailer to a single speed bike because you think the chain will lady longer?


Regardless of why you are asking, my guess would be...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-09-11, 11:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 504
Posted By corynardin

The only way to know for sure is to follow these...

The only way to know for sure is to follow these instructions. http://www.sheldonbrown.com/derailer-adjustment.html#chain. That is the same link that JanMM provided just further down the page. That...
Forum: Triathlon
12-09-11, 06:03 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 647
Posted By corynardin

Race Report Subcategory

Would people be interested in starting a subcategory for race reports? I personally like to know what I am getting in to before doing a new race and find it helpful to read others reviews of a...
Forum: Triathlon
12-09-11, 11:06 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,241
Posted By corynardin

Not sure why you would want to? What function...

Not sure why you would want to? What function would the tri shorts serve other than a minimal amount of padding?

The problem I would worry about is over compression. The idea of compression is to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-09-11, 10:00 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,117
Posted By corynardin

My old road bike has an RX100 FD and it is a...

My old road bike has an RX100 FD and it is a triple. They are pretty hard to find though. It is also a 28.6 mm clamp on. The only time it is worth buying a braze on adapter is if you already have a...
Forum: Triathlon
12-08-11, 06:44 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,319
Posted By corynardin

Beware of used CARBON frames! I would never buy a...

Beware of used CARBON frames! I would never buy a used carbon frame with out being able to lay my own hands and eyes on it. Little cracks can become big fast.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-08-11, 03:12 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,501
Posted By corynardin

Have you considered using a Shimano chain with a...

Have you considered using a Shimano chain with a removable link? It seems like people do it quite often. From what I hear Wipperman chains are awesome, but don't have any experience with them at...
Forum: Triathlon
12-08-11, 09:36 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,319
Posted By corynardin

Bike Island is the cheapest that I have seen new,...

Bike Island is the cheapest that I have seen new, and that comes in at $280. That is for a Motobecane frame, carbon fork, head set and seat post....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-05-11, 02:41 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,778
Posted By corynardin

Sorry, I don't have a set of rollers nor do I...

Sorry, I don't have a set of rollers nor do I have a range for wheel base on different bikes, but you could possibly glue on either a veneer onto the PVC if you went down that road. I personally...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-05-11, 02:23 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 848
Posted By corynardin

There are several areas to measure for wider...

There are several areas to measure for wider tires.

1) Chain stays
2) Seat stays
3) Brake clearance
4) Fork clearance

And while this will not likely be a problem for you, the overall...
Forum: Triathlon
12-05-11, 12:48 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,263
Posted By corynardin

I doubt weight is the issue. There could be a...

I doubt weight is the issue. There could be a number of issues though.

1) Do you track the mileage on your shoes? You are supposed to change trainers every 500 miles (although I don't).

2) ...
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