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Forum: Road Cycling
08-03-12, 09:46 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,197
Posted By drjdan

Any Reason not to use Tubeless?

I have new Cannondale Synapse Carbon 3 bike ordered and I am thinking about having OEM tires changed to tubeless with sealant. LBS say that if I have flat (unless major tire damage)would loose about...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-02-12, 12:54 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,365
Posted By drjdan

The 2012 model of the bike did come with DT Swiss...

The 2012 model of the bike did come with DT Swiss RR1600 but the 2013 model that I have ordered come with Mavic Aksium WTS. The 2013 model is $200 cheaper than the 2012 model. I think they have...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-01-12, 02:17 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,365
Posted By drjdan

Wheel Upgrade--Right amount to spend

I have a 2013 Cannondale Synapse carbon 3 ordered. I will be using for group rides in the 15-50 mile range. It comes with a low end wheel set. Not going to do any racing. May expand to to a century...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-27-12, 09:37 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 28,522
Posted By drjdan

I have disk brakes on my DS 8.5 and they don't...

I have disk brakes on my DS 8.5 and they don't make any noise. Very good brakes.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-18-12, 09:10 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 443
Posted By drjdan

Should Upgrade Trek 2012 DS 8.5 or trade-in

I have a Trek 2012 DS 8.5 that I have started using in group rides and not any off road use. Should I try and upgrade it with road tires vs. the stock light trail tires and do other upgrades to try...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-18-12, 09:09 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 294
Posted By drjdan

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Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-18-12, 08:44 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 934
Posted By drjdan

2012 DS 8.5 upgrade or trade-in

I have a Trek 2012 DS 8.5 that I have started using in group rides and not any off road use. Should I try and upgrade it with road tires vs. the stock light trail tires and do other upgrades to try...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
03-31-12, 08:13 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,101
Posted By drjdan

After a trip, the 2209 show TRIP CLIMB in feet...

After a trip, the 2209 show TRIP CLIMB in feet and the MAX ALTI in feet. When I import it into Data Center 2.1, it shows on Uphill tab that matches the TRIP CLIMB and the Max altitude that matches...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
03-25-12, 10:45 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 457
Posted By drjdan

Sigma 2209 Altitude Readings

I just got new Sigma 2209. I took a ride today and after I upload the results to Data Center it says my Uphill Altitude is 187 feet but it give nothing for Downhill Altitude. It a was short 7 mile...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
03-25-12, 09:41 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,101
Posted By drjdan

What was your final results after the...

What was your final results after the replacement?

Also why are you wanting to put on the back wheel vs. the front?

I has an inssue with my 2209 Cadence when I had the computer on right side...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-21-12, 07:04 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 15,569
Posted By drjdan

My DS 5 stock tires are what the marketing guys...

My DS 5 stock tires are what the marketing guys call a combo tire they claim is designed for both road and mountain. I realize they cannot be perfect for both, but before I got my bike did multi day...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-20-12, 10:48 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 15,569
Posted By drjdan

Thanks. That gives me good understanding.

Thanks. That gives me good understanding.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-20-12, 09:23 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 15,569
Posted By drjdan

That word "better components"--I don't understand...

That word "better components"--I don't understand what means? Less maintenance, slower wear out, less chance of breaking--what exactly is the value proposition?
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-20-12, 08:50 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 15,569
Posted By drjdan

That is a very good question. I have a DS 8.5 and...

That is a very good question. I have a DS 8.5 and don't see how could be much difference in weight since both use same frame. The price difference between a DS 8.2 and DS 8.5 is double. I know the...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-19-12, 10:45 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 925
Posted By drjdan

Impact on speed

When you look at the various elements on a bike that total to 100%, what percentage does each element contribute to the speed of a bike on paved flat surface? I just listed three broad areas. May...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-19-12, 10:21 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,206
Posted By drjdan

Before I got my bike I rented a Trek 7.5 which...

Before I got my bike I rented a Trek 7.5 which had 700x28 road tires. I drove off a paved parking lot into a gravel parking lot and had to walk it out. My new bike has Trek LT3 700x38 (they are a...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-18-12, 09:34 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 990
Posted By drjdan

Thanks, I realize it all has to do with comfort...

Thanks, I realize it all has to do with comfort level, but I was just trying to understand what should target. After riding the DS 8.5 for a couple of 5 mile rides in large parking lot of nearby...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-18-12, 09:05 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,263
Posted By drjdan

What is the advantage to tubeless tires. LBS told...

What is the advantage to tubeless tires. LBS told me had to carry a tube anyway to fix flat. Are they talking about all flats on just ones on the road?
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-18-12, 08:52 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 990
Posted By drjdan

I did not mean to actually make a pure 90 degree...

I did not mean to actually make a pure 90 degree turn. I talking about making the turn when the road or path has a 90 degree turn. I trying to understand what is reasonal for the arc turn. Say I am...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-18-12, 03:38 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 990
Posted By drjdan

New to biking questions

What is the highest speed you should try to take a 90 degree turn:
--On a 5 foot wide paved bike path
--On a single lane paved city street

What is the best braking (I have disk brakes)...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-18-12, 12:08 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 735
Posted By drjdan

DS 5 Cage bolts on bottom

My DS 8.5 has two sets of standard cage bolts on the inside of the frame for water bottles. But it also has a set on the under side of the bottom frame bar. What are these to be used for?
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-15-12, 08:11 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,804
Posted By drjdan

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Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-15-12, 05:32 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,804
Posted By drjdan

When to LBS where purchased the DS 8.5 and they...

When to LBS where purchased the DS 8.5 and they insist that the 21" is the correct size for me. So to address the problem of having to ride in such a leaned over way they added a stem post extension....
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-14-12, 09:53 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,804
Posted By drjdan

Yes I did ask about the size in another thread. I...

Yes I did ask about the size in another thread. I went the LBS today. They had a 20" 7100 that I did a test ride. He said I need a 22.5 in that model. He (different salesman than day before--they...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-14-12, 08:52 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,804
Posted By drjdan

DS 8.5 - Any issues reversing stem?

I am 6'1" new to bikes and just purchased a DS 8.5 21". I choose this over FX because wanted front suspension. I choose over 7500 because I wanted remote lockout suspension and disk brakes and also...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-13-12, 11:43 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 7,847
Posted By drjdan

I realize you are not suppose to touch the ground...

I realize you are not suppose to touch the ground while you are in the saddle. I referring to what I remember from when I was a kid. Thanks for the advice about the 10 or 2 o'clock. I am kinda all...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-13-12, 10:48 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 7,847
Posted By drjdan

You said you ordered in June and just arrived in...

You said you ordered in June and just arrived in LBS this week. What took so long? I live in Dallas and they had one in stock and sold it. They ordered another and had it here in less than a week?
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-13-12, 10:40 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 7,847
Posted By drjdan

I noticed the picture, that the bike is a 19"....

I noticed the picture, that the bike is a 19". How tall are you? I just got a 21" DS 5 today and I am wandering if I should have gotten a 19". I am 6'1" tall. Over the rail I have just the min of 1"...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-10-12, 09:38 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,665
Posted By drjdan

WC89--why did you change our the hydraulic DB to...

WC89--why did you change our the hydraulic DB to mechanical DB?
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-06-12, 10:18 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 28,522
Posted By drjdan

I did notice that, but I did not see any higher...

I did notice that, but I did not see any higher end models of the Crosstrail. My understanding is the Crosstrail is the bike most like the DS in the Specialized brand of bikes. Does Specialized not...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-06-12, 09:54 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 28,522
Posted By drjdan

Trek DS 8.5 vs. Specialized Crosstrail Sport Disc

Trying to decide between Trek DS 8.5 vs. the Specialized Crosstrail Sport Disc.

Any recommendations?
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