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01-25-21, 04:28 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 12,718
Posted By cycle17

Camilo: The local shop owner I knew carried...

Camilo:

The local shop owner I knew carried several brands, but I always gravitated towards the Treks from the outset. This was mid-90s...First Mt Bikes, (although I also bought and rode a...
01-24-21, 09:48 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 12,718
Posted By cycle17

I was a Trek guy all my life, I had five of their...

I was a Trek guy all my life, I had five of their road bikes plus commuter at one point. Then they failed me on a customer service issue on a Project One Madone back around 2008. When I finally...
01-24-21, 09:38 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 8,452
Posted By cycle17

Cycling and Supercross/Motorcrossare the two...

Cycling and Supercross/Motorcrossare the two mainthings I watch on NBCSN. Some hockey... it will really suck if I can't get those two things without paying extra next year. It appears more and more...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-23-21, 11:41 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,387
Posted By cycle17

Just a suggestion from a 195 to 200lb rider...I'd...

Just a suggestion from a 195 to 200lb rider...I'd look into the Giant Fleet Sl Saddle or the Giant Approach, basically the same saddles in different rail and base weights. They have generous relief...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-23-21, 11:16 AM
Replies: 147
Views: 12,710
Posted By cycle17

My wife and I both bought new bikes with Tubeless...

My wife and I both bought new bikes with Tubeless + Disc wheelsets in 2020. She is running 28c Michelin Power Road TLRs on her Avail and I'm running 28c Giant Gavia Course tires on my TCR. Together...
06-02-13, 12:31 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,932
Posted By cycle17

I'm not a Lance fanboy but PEDs or not, I still...

I'm not a Lance fanboy but PEDs or not, I still consider him the winner of 7 TDF...
08-02-12, 03:59 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 3,781
Posted By cycle17

Where did I say that I was "anti-british"???! No...

Where did I say that I was "anti-british"???! No where... WTF?... I acknowledged that he is a talented rider, Does he deserve credit for his acchomplishments...absolutely! Is tweeting that your...
08-02-12, 11:15 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 3,781
Posted By cycle17

...talented rider,but seems to be a bit of an ass...

...talented rider,but seems to be a bit of an ass and lacks class IMO. Twitering "I'm blind drunk and overwhelmed... etc." Is how a champion represents himself in front of the world? I have no...
07-19-12, 04:33 PM
Replies: 166
Views: 9,120
Posted By cycle17

Hmmm... nice... I'm not the only one who feels...

Hmmm... nice... I'm not the only one who feels this way on this thread and a couple others... I'm entitled to my opinion as you are to yours, no need for insults.
07-19-12, 03:01 PM
Replies: 166
Views: 9,120
Posted By cycle17

Froome could have and should have won today's...

Froome could have and should have won today's stage. Wiggins was in no danger in those last few kilometers, he had teammates in the peloton, Nibali was shot, Evans is a non-factor, and Froome only...
07-19-12, 02:52 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,553
Posted By cycle17

The caption should read, "That's right you...

The caption should read, "That's right you beast... you just keep pulling my *ss over all the climbs. And don't even think about getting that stage win today." I agree that this is photo is worth a...
07-19-12, 02:49 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 4,599
Posted By cycle17

Wiggins will win this tour and only this tour,...

Wiggins will win this tour and only this tour, which is still a great accomplishment...congrats to him on that... but I agree with others that almost any other GC contender could have won on this...
09-23-11, 11:34 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,343
Posted By cycle17

My favorite is Mette Fischer Andreasen ...

My favorite is Mette Fischer Andreasen
http://files.myopera.com/badmadcyclist/albums/117373/MetteAndreasenFischer.JPG
Forum: Road Cycling
09-23-11, 11:25 AM
Replies: 105
Views: 6,695
Posted By cycle17

Hmmmm.... I've found lots of stuff while cycling....

Hmmmm.... I've found lots of stuff while cycling. In Phoenix, I found a Snap On 1/4 drive wratchet, two Matco screwdrivers, a pair of craftsman pliers and a bicycle multi-tool. Here in CA I've only...
04-18-11, 04:37 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,157
Posted By cycle17

Me and Overthere @ Mt Diablo Century

Here's the picture from the MT Diablo ride yesterday... the climbing was brutal! Sigh...

http://i260.photobucket.com/albums/ii8/cycle17/Cycling/DSC02928.jpg
02-25-11, 03:15 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 4,402
Posted By cycle17

This whole thing has become such a sad...

This whole thing has become such a sad situation... if he comes out of this with no suspension for testing positive, I'll just shake my head at how truly screwed up the world of pro cycling has...
02-11-11, 12:24 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 3,815
Posted By cycle17

I'm waiting for the official decision first, but...

I'm waiting for the official decision first, but if he gets off without a ban it's nothing short of a sham on the Part of the Spanish Federation. It will also set a precedent, which is why I think...
02-03-11, 08:35 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,898
Posted By cycle17

Ummm. Just to point out...Frank crashed out...

Ummm. Just to point out...Frank crashed out fairly early in the TDF... how was not really a factor in helping Andy at the TDF.
01-29-11, 11:08 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,097
Posted By cycle17

Yep... what z90 said...come on people, he doped,...

Yep... what z90 said...come on people, he doped, he got caught and... he honestly got much less punishment than he should have. I'll be surprised if the ruling is overturned. SoCal's post is what I...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-25-11, 11:31 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 557
Posted By cycle17

That's a $100 bike... tops.

That's a $100 bike... tops.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-25-11, 09:44 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 6,215
Posted By cycle17

When it dips much below 50 degrees I probably...

When it dips much below 50 degrees I probably wont go out riding unless the GF bribes me in some way. The older I get the less I like being out on a bike in the cold. It's just not enjoyable.
I...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-25-11, 09:35 PM
Replies: 218
Views: 18,039
Posted By cycle17

JMO... When you are one of the world's biggest...

JMO... When you are one of the world's biggest bike companies and have been getting a huge amount of attention in the TDF for the past decade you're going to have people who love you and people who...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-09-10, 12:20 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 718
Posted By cycle17

maybe a lemon...i have tow of them and they work...

maybe a lemon...i have tow of them and they work great.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-02-10, 08:11 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 10,579
Posted By cycle17

IMO, the 7800 Groupset is the perfect Shimano...

IMO, the 7800 Groupset is the perfect Shimano setup. Other than hidden shifter cables...it looks and performs great. I do use an Ultegra or 105 rear cassette for long life, but give me a full 7800...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-02-10, 01:00 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,173
Posted By cycle17

For What It's Worth...having ridden all three of...

For What It's Worth...having ridden all three of your choices, I prefer the PR3 over the other two, but only slightly, as I feel the ride and grip are better, but not by much. I don't find the PR3 to...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-01-10, 10:56 PM
Replies: 938
Views: 67,103
Posted By cycle17

yeah..I had a whole thread regarding what they...

yeah..I had a whole thread regarding what they think about taking care of customers and how they expect the paint on high end bikes to crack etc. Shared my own personal experience...Nothing new here.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-30-10, 11:03 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 734
Posted By cycle17

Very nice... not too far off will be the post...

Very nice... not too far off will be the post from you saying you've rode 50! LOL Good Job!
Forum: Road Cycling
08-18-10, 11:00 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,777
Posted By cycle17

My GF and I both have the wrist ID sport version...

My GF and I both have the wrist ID sport version and they work great and are very rugged. haven't had any issues with the engraving either.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-13-10, 11:55 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,730
Posted By cycle17

I'll not buy another Trek ever and I own two...

I'll not buy another Trek ever and I own two Madones currently. But if you must...FWIW...get the 5 series.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-13-10, 11:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,619
Posted By cycle17

Agreed... to much for that bike.

Agreed... to much for that bike.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-13-10, 11:39 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,089
Posted By cycle17

Interesting thinking Bob. Your theory on the...

Interesting thinking Bob. Your theory on the solvent and then hanging the bike up is a good one... enjoyed reading that...can tell you're a pretty smart guy. :-)
Forum: Road Cycling
08-13-10, 11:33 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,850
Posted By cycle17

Nice!! That rear cassette is HUGE!!! But you'll...

Nice!! That rear cassette is HUGE!!! But you'll like it when the road gets steep. Enjoy your new ride...Congrats!
Forum: Road Cycling
08-13-10, 11:31 PM
Replies: 21,302
Views: 5,151,848
Posted By cycle17

A new set of Michelin PR3s for my main bike. :-)

A new set of Michelin PR3s for my main bike. :-)
Forum: Road Cycling
08-13-10, 11:15 PM
Replies: 241
Views: 8,495
Posted By cycle17

Just curious...So in 20 years you've never seen a...

Just curious...So in 20 years you've never seen a chain tossed that then dug into the paint, aluminum/Carobon Fiber around the bottom bracket of the frame?! Wow! I wish I still owned the CF Trek that...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-13-10, 11:03 PM
Replies: 241
Views: 8,495
Posted By cycle17

cfblakeman... After reading this thread tonight,...

cfblakeman... After reading this thread tonight, I find it interesting that Specialized has in some ways treated a high end bike customer much like Trek recently treated me. I even emailed a nice...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-09-10, 12:32 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 2,579
Posted By cycle17

If these are anything like their...

If these are anything like their computers...overpriced and overhyped...I'll pass. No thanks. Won't give Steve jobs any of my money if I can help it.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-01-10, 02:20 PM
Replies: 271
Views: 17,629
Posted By cycle17

I will post this reply to clarify why I posted...

I will post this reply to clarify why I posted originally and add one other experience as food for thought.

My original post (posted over breakfast on my one day off this week) was meant as...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-31-10, 11:31 PM
Replies: 271
Views: 17,629
Posted By cycle17

I think you're actually more pissed about this...

I think you're actually more pissed about this than me!:lol:
Forum: Road Cycling
07-30-10, 10:56 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 418
Posted By cycle17

9speed 105 shifters are not to hard to find on...

9speed 105 shifters are not to hard to find on ebay etc... I'd go with those but tiagra is Ok.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-30-10, 06:55 PM
Replies: 271
Views: 17,629
Posted By cycle17

My LBS has been great as far as I'm concerned....

My LBS has been great as far as I'm concerned. It's Trek themselves that seem to not be too customer centric. I have zero issues with the shop.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-30-10, 06:49 PM
Replies: 271
Views: 17,629
Posted By cycle17

My sentiments exactly. Trek is obviously OK with...

My sentiments exactly. Trek is obviously OK with this.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-30-10, 06:45 PM
Replies: 271
Views: 17,629
Posted By cycle17

The bike rides great. Yes I like the bike, I'm...

The bike rides great. Yes I like the bike, I'm keeping the bike, I'm continuing to ride the bike, I just don't like the crack that is getting bigger in the paint. LOL

Also, someone posted this...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-30-10, 04:27 PM
Replies: 271
Views: 17,629
Posted By cycle17

The bike is not a "wall trophy" it's got 4,300 +...

The bike is not a "wall trophy" it's got 4,300 + miles on it.:rolleyes: I don't race anymore, but I ride a lot.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-30-10, 04:25 PM
Replies: 271
Views: 17,629
Posted By cycle17

That is funny! And actually..if I do decide to...

That is funny! And actually..if I do decide to have a good frame painter here in CA repaint the bike...I might just do that. LOL

But honestly...I'm done dealing with Trek period. The Pres. didn't...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-30-10, 04:11 PM
Replies: 271
Views: 17,629
Posted By cycle17

It's my day off, so I'm able to reply to some of...

It's my day off, so I'm able to reply to some of these posts and follow the thread a bit. BTW...HEY SpongeDad!! How are you and the misses? You've seen two of my bikes, so you know they are well...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-30-10, 03:55 PM
Replies: 271
Views: 17,629
Posted By cycle17

Yep. You get it. And yes, since this whole...

Yep. You get it. And yes, since this whole situation started I've thought about the repaint option like I posted above.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-30-10, 03:53 PM
Replies: 271
Views: 17,629
Posted By cycle17

To answer your question...I never expected they...

To answer your question...I never expected they would replace the frame if it was not a structural issue. I never expected a totally free paint job, but that would have been nice. What I think might...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-30-10, 03:25 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 762
Posted By cycle17

If I'm on the bike using my legs to make the...

If I'm on the bike using my legs to make the peddles go around and the wheels turn...It counts. LOL
Forum: Road Cycling
07-30-10, 03:12 PM
Replies: 271
Views: 17,629
Posted By cycle17

It's interesting to see that most people that...

It's interesting to see that most people that replied can see where I'm coming from on this subject. Mr Beanz has his own opinion and he's entitled to it. I'm fully aware that they legally have no...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-30-10, 03:05 PM
Replies: 271
Views: 17,629
Posted By cycle17

:rolleyes: ...sigh

:rolleyes: ...sigh
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