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Forum: Road Cycling
04-15-16, 02:58 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,651
Posted By Lasrsktr

I picked up a Garmin 25 for my commuter bike and...

I picked up a Garmin 25 for my commuter bike and I love it..

Its so simple and small...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-12-16, 04:11 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,171
Posted By Lasrsktr

The RS-81s are a phenomenal wheel and an...

The RS-81s are a phenomenal wheel and an excellent value! From what I gather, they use the same hoop as a Dura Ace setup, just with a non level shimano hub. But that hub is still very smooth rolling!...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-30-16, 03:44 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,744
Posted By Lasrsktr

contact a company by the name of Cyclocarbon........

contact a company by the name of Cyclocarbon..... He does very reasonably priced carbon repairs, so you'd be surprised at the cost savings you can have.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-30-16, 03:32 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,422
Posted By Lasrsktr

You are assuming that Shimano went ahead and...

You are assuming that Shimano went ahead and developed their own... From the Taipei images it appears to be a design that pretty much mimics the Pioneer unit sans branding and a smaller battery...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-30-16, 12:36 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,422
Posted By Lasrsktr

This is already available if you go Pioneer or...

This is already available if you go Pioneer or SRM....
Forum: Road Cycling
03-27-16, 10:58 AM
Replies: 27,281
Views: 6,580,912
Posted By Lasrsktr

This was a spare parts build of sorts. Hence the...

This was a spare parts build of sorts. Hence the frankenbike appearance. All the matching Enve was moved over to the S-Works and just put what I had in the closet on this To get it rolling again.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-23-16, 07:22 PM
Replies: 27,281
Views: 6,580,912
Posted By Lasrsktr

Lets see how these two fare with the masses... ...

Lets see how these two fare with the masses...

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Forum: Road Cycling
11-18-15, 05:08 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,989
Posted By Lasrsktr

I've gone through this ordeal in the past... I...

I've gone through this ordeal in the past... I settled on roof racks.....

Now I have two roof racks installed that I never use, because I now have a Kuat Sherpa 2 bike hitch rack.

100% easier...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-21-15, 06:43 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,557
Posted By Lasrsktr

I love mine and both bikes are outfitted with it!...

I love mine and both bikes are outfitted with it!

You either love it or hate it from the get go.

And if you are considering buying one, here is a link for it much cheaper that we can get is...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-19-15, 11:51 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 807
Posted By Lasrsktr

You can mount the Junction box anywhere you want...

You can mount the Junction box anywhere you want in the system, it doesn't have to even be accessible.

One place that is common is to mount it on the seat tube right by the FD..

All that is...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-18-15, 05:30 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,012
Posted By Lasrsktr

All you need to do to upgrade is buy the FD, RD...

All you need to do to upgrade is buy the FD, RD and Cassette then have your LBS update the software. Everything else will work just fine with the 6770 shifters, batteries and internal junction box...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-20-15, 04:46 PM
Replies: 131
Views: 12,529
Posted By Lasrsktr

It might be baseless to you, but no matter how...

It might be baseless to you, but no matter how many times someone tells you that they shouldn't be complaining over the internet. Sometimes you just don't like something..

I rode 4500 Tiagra and...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-20-15, 04:13 PM
Replies: 131
Views: 12,529
Posted By Lasrsktr

I would suggest keeping your current frame and...

I would suggest keeping your current frame and upgrading the components.

You can purchase a new 11spd 5800 105 group for under 400 dollars:
Shimano 105 5800 11 Speed Groupset Black OEM | Merlin...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-03-15, 12:12 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,832
Posted By Lasrsktr

What kind of car are you putting this on.. 2" or...

What kind of car are you putting this on.. 2" or 1 1/4"...

The reason this is important is each hitch design has a weight limit attached to them. The lighter the rack the more weight you can...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-26-15, 08:27 PM
Replies: 300
Views: 55,971
Posted By Lasrsktr

Well that must be a running change over on their...

Well that must be a running change over on their 11spd replacement rings, but I'd prefer they kept them non universal as they had on their 10spd rings. It is a much cleaner look in the long run.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-26-15, 03:08 PM
Replies: 300
Views: 55,971
Posted By Lasrsktr

I just want to state something about this...

I just want to state something about this picture....

These rings are not supposed to be installed on this crankset!!!!!!!!

They are Non-Hidden bolt rings which are meant for non SRAM Exogram...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-22-14, 02:50 PM
Replies: 300
Views: 55,971
Posted By Lasrsktr

Unfortunately he Sagan did switch this year......

Unfortunately he Sagan did switch this year... But that is besides the point..
Forum: Road Cycling
12-22-14, 02:49 PM
Replies: 300
Views: 55,971
Posted By Lasrsktr

I didn't miss that fact.. But I have seen similar...

I didn't miss that fact.. But I have seen similar destruction on Shimano and Campy equipped bikes...

sometimes this stuff happens no matter the manufacture..

There is a reason the saying...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-22-14, 12:12 PM
Replies: 300
Views: 55,971
Posted By Lasrsktr

This is not a solution... There are quite a few...

This is not a solution... There are quite a few of us here on this forum that have SRAM RED groups working perfectly for 1000's of miles...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-08-14, 06:22 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,348
Posted By Lasrsktr

Keep on Kovers...

Keep on Kovers (http://www.keeponkovers.com/Product.html)

Already in production and a life saver for anyone who has Speedplays... I have three pairs!
Forum: Road Cycling
11-25-14, 04:20 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,078
Posted By Lasrsktr

I've run rockymounts for the last two+ years and...

I've run rockymounts for the last two+ years and use them with my full carbon dropouts and my carbon/aluminum dropouts.. They work just fine and are still standing strong to this day.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-21-14, 07:43 PM
Replies: 300
Views: 55,971
Posted By Lasrsktr

I would suggesting checking to see if you have...

I would suggesting checking to see if you have any lateral play in the crankset? I had an issue recently with my new Crankset a few weeks ago... there was enough movement that the chain would drop...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-25-14, 03:07 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,225
Posted By Lasrsktr

If you are buying new I would at least grab a...

If you are buying new I would at least grab a 510... but get an 810 if you really want a bit more.

I have had the 500 and just upgraded to the 810 for the only reason of more data fields on the...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-05-14, 02:03 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,153
Posted By Lasrsktr

New Back Case Garmin Edge 200 Repair Replacement...

New Back Case Garmin Edge 200 Repair Replacement Part DIY Fix 500 | eBay...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-30-14, 01:35 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 6,853
Posted By Lasrsktr

I was just regurgitating what was told to me. And...

I was just regurgitating what was told to me. And I am not questioning what they use because my cassettes and chains come out sparkly and nice with very minimal effort on my part..
Forum: Road Cycling
09-29-14, 04:31 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 6,853
Posted By Lasrsktr

This might sound lazy, But I take the chain and...

This might sound lazy, But I take the chain and cassette off and head to my LBS...

They have a Warm water and baking soda bath they use that beats the pants off of anything I can do at home.. And...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-20-14, 10:04 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,627
Posted By Lasrsktr

Then it seems you are in quite the pickle, but...

Then it seems you are in quite the pickle, but either way it is going to cost you money in the short term.

So what is better for you in the long run?


I say buy the tools and learn to do it...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-20-14, 09:33 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,627
Posted By Lasrsktr

I have two Cannondales in my house, both are...

I have two Cannondales in my house, both are BB30's and neither on creaks. One is using a pressed in Threaded adapter and the other is just bearings...

they take a bit of extra care when setting...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-12-14, 11:17 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 12,378
Posted By Lasrsktr

One thing to note, I see you are complaining...

One thing to note, I see you are complaining about the stress on your arms and wrists. Proper form relies on core strength a lot more than one would realize or expect.

By focusing on core...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-04-14, 07:26 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,212
Posted By Lasrsktr

You can get an entire 6800 groupset from Merlin...

You can get an entire 6800 groupset from Merlin Cycles for $736.07
Shimano Ultegra 6800 Groupset | Merlin Cycles (http://www.merlincycles.com/shimano-ultegra-6800-groupset-62928.html)

which as an...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-16-14, 10:58 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,407
Posted By Lasrsktr

here is an even better deal. Competitive is...

here is an even better deal.

Competitive is selling the 3t ARX II Pro stem for $48 during their Annual Tour de France sale..

3T ARX II Pro Alloy Stem - Road Stems | Competitive Cyclist...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-03-14, 06:44 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 22,594
Posted By Lasrsktr

I love my supersix (non evo) and I would buy a...

I love my supersix (non evo) and I would buy a new one in a heartbeat! My previous frame was a specialized Allez and I like the fit of my supersix moreso than the same frame sized allez.

But buy...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-01-14, 07:59 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,650
Posted By Lasrsktr

first off... Stay safe on your deployment......

first off... Stay safe on your deployment... Thank you for serving..

Second, since you have time and are willing to shop around for deals you have a few options for group sets...

Merlin Cycles...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-14-14, 02:29 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,773
Posted By Lasrsktr

Ouch the X-rays look painful..... Had a similar...

Ouch the X-rays look painful..... Had a similar experience back on Feb 1st... I broke my left hand and left clavicle and had surgery on both all due to a pot hole i didn't asses properly...

Heal...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-25-14, 01:01 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,182
Posted By Lasrsktr

What is broken on the SuperSix currently... ...

What is broken on the SuperSix currently...

I just crashed and wrecked my 2011 SuperSix and was able to repair the toptube for 180 bucks and its back to normal..

And it is still better and...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-25-14, 11:28 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 7,017
Posted By Lasrsktr

Wow Awesome luck!!!!! Enjoy the new crank!

Wow Awesome luck!!!!!

Enjoy the new crank!
Forum: Road Cycling
04-24-14, 12:14 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 7,017
Posted By Lasrsktr

Yes they do... I was lucky to find a set of...

Yes they do...

I was lucky to find a set of BNIB Sram Red Xglide BB30 cranks for 243 a couple weeks ago... but that was in a common 172.5 53/39 setup...

good luck in your search

~Steven
Forum: Road Cycling
04-23-14, 06:27 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 7,017
Posted By Lasrsktr

Nope not Sammy (don't know who that is) But I am...

Nope not Sammy (don't know who that is) But I am from the LA area and on the vortex under the same name.

I agree with you on the new Red 10sp RD... I am still using the Black edition as there...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-23-14, 06:22 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,397
Posted By Lasrsktr

Wow.. I am looking forward to getting back on the...

Wow.. I am looking forward to getting back on the bike, have to wait for the doctor to clear me!!!

Excellent pictures of the many amazing vistas we get here in LA...

The weather is just...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-23-14, 03:53 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 7,017
Posted By Lasrsktr

I'd leave the bashing out of this equation.....

I'd leave the bashing out of this equation.. There is nothing wrong with Shimano, Campy or SRAM... It is all preference and comfort with each product.

I've had no issues with my YAW fd since i...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-23-14, 11:17 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 7,017
Posted By Lasrsktr

I don't know.. Shimano has changed cable...

I don't know..

Shimano has changed cable pull ratios on the newer stuff... You can always try it and resell if it doesn't work.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-23-14, 11:07 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 7,017
Posted By Lasrsktr

Best deal I could find for you on the Crankset...

Best deal I could find for you on the Crankset is:

SRAM Red Exogram BB30 165mm 50 34T Road Bike Crank Set Compact Carbon Fiber 528G | eBay...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-22-14, 01:44 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 7,017
Posted By Lasrsktr

the Yaw FD will work fine with the older Sram Red...

the Yaw FD will work fine with the older Sram Red Shifters, as I was running that combo for a good six months.. The trim stop just needed to just be adjusted depending on what half of the cassette...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-14-14, 06:46 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,119
Posted By Lasrsktr

I have one I'd possibly let go for the right...

I have one I'd possibly let go for the right price only about 500 miles of use on it....

I was toying with the idea of getting a wifli 2013 version..
Forum: Road Cycling
02-11-14, 01:24 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 695
Posted By Lasrsktr

How many miles I would love to hear more about...

How many miles I would love to hear more about this??
Forum: Road Cycling
12-16-13, 12:43 PM
Replies: 27,281
Views: 6,580,912
Posted By Lasrsktr

got lost in the back and forth a few pages back.....

got lost in the back and forth a few pages back..

New photo.... Same parts... 110mm Stem -16* drop

http://i166.photobucket.com/albums/u110/lasrsktr/PhotoNov2194158PM.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
12-03-13, 05:52 PM
Replies: 27,281
Views: 6,580,912
Posted By Lasrsktr

After all the craziness the first time around I...

After all the craziness the first time around I will try this again..

http://i166.photobucket.com/albums/u110/lasrsktr/PhotoNov2194158PM.jpg

Just to clarify.... Stem is 110 -16* drop(i was...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-03-13, 05:33 PM
Replies: 21,332
Views: 5,186,602
Posted By Lasrsktr

Picked up a few pieces from my LBS on black...

Picked up a few pieces from my LBS on black friday!

http://i166.photobucket.com/albums/u110/lasrsktr/PhotoNov2953545PM1.jpg


Awaiting delivery of a pair of Ultegra 6800 Carbon pedals.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-02-13, 07:02 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,979
Posted By Lasrsktr

I echo the comments of not attempting to ride PCH...

I echo the comments of not attempting to ride PCH at night..

I ride a lot north bound from Santa Monica to Malibu and back. Start your century early (Sunrise at 6:15ish am these days) and you...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-14-13, 02:44 PM
Replies: 438
Views: 143,397
Posted By Lasrsktr

Sealant should take care of most punctures, but...

Sealant should take care of most punctures, but the beauty of Tubeless is the fact that it can be converted to tubes if needed. So most guys i know that go for a long ride still carry a tube for...
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