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01-19-11, 09:30 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 925
Posted By bikewreck

I'm 6', 160, and currently running a compact with...

I'm 6', 160, and currently running a compact with a 12-29 after switching from a 12-27. The 12-27 just wasn't allowing me to spin at a high enough cadence on climbs, which in turn was aggravating a...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-12-10, 08:33 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 870
Posted By bikewreck

I had my Lemond redone by Spectrum. Top notch...

I had my Lemond redone by Spectrum. Top notch work.
11-25-10, 11:50 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 9,496
Posted By bikewreck

IIRC, that loop is 57 miles, door to door for me....

IIRC, that loop is 57 miles, door to door for me. The roads are twisty on the east side, going up from Bellvue, but in good shape. Traffic is generally light, but keep right anyway. The lines of...
10-28-09, 08:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,076
Posted By bikewreck

I had Spectrum strip, powder coat (single color),...

I had Spectrum strip, powder coat (single color), and clear coat my Lemond Zurich 853 frame for $225. It looked absolutely stunning when they were finished. Well worth it IMO. Awesome people to...
09-22-08, 08:06 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,815
Posted By bikewreck

It's been a while since I've had the opportunity...

It's been a while since I've had the opportunity to do any road biking around Lincoln, but one of my favorites was multiple loops around Branched Oak lake. This time of year, the roads were...
06-12-08, 09:20 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,055
Posted By bikewreck

Heading to Masonville isn't really that bad. The...

Heading to Masonville isn't really that bad. The first climb up the dam on 38e is steep, but not too long. After that, you can spin easy downhill and rest a little for the next climb, which is on...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-23-07, 08:09 AM
Replies: 193
Views: 45,276
Posted By bikewreck

Here's a quick pic of my Legend Ti. It's set up...

Here's a quick pic of my Legend Ti. It's set up with a Chorus CT group and Easton Accent II wheels. I could rave forever about this bike.
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05-05-07, 05:07 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 312
Posted By bikewreck

WTF is up with my Chorus CT chainrings

Ok, here's the deal. Last weekend I notice the drivetrain on the new bike is gunked up really bad. I have some time, so I'll take the whole thing apart; chain, rings, pulleys, and cassette. Since...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-22-07, 09:19 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 4,070
Posted By bikewreck

61.16 miles today out into the sticks north of...

61.16 miles today out into the sticks north of town. 15-25 mph headwind on the way out, calm at the turn around point, then a 10-20 mph headwind on the way back. Man, I was hacked off. The weather...
Forum: Commuting
03-19-07, 08:58 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,191
Posted By bikewreck

I've been using 700 x 25 Armadillos for about...

I've been using 700 x 25 Armadillos for about 5000 miles now, on the set of stock Alex rims that came with my Allez Sport. Got my first flat last week, probably due to the fact that the rear tire is...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-05-07, 11:18 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,018
Posted By bikewreck

Here, have some snow. No, really, I insist. ...

Here, have some snow. No, really, I insist.

http://i121.photobucket.com/albums/o215/wreckedthat/IMG_0099.jpg
12-19-06, 07:54 PM
Replies: 1,289
Views: 132,220
Posted By bikewreck

another test ...

another test

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12-17-06, 12:40 AM
Replies: 1,289
Views: 132,220
Posted By bikewreck

test ...

test

http://i121.photobucket.com/albums/o215/wreckedthat/IMG_0057.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
08-11-06, 09:44 PM
Replies: 488
Views: 34,594
Posted By bikewreck

45MPH down Loveland Pass, in the dark, no lights,...

45MPH down Loveland Pass, in the dark, no lights, on my old Peugot MTB. Talk about stupid. I'm surprised I'm still alive.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-11-06, 09:36 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,580
Posted By bikewreck

Nice ride! I just ordered a Legend Ti last...

Nice ride! I just ordered a Legend Ti last weekend. Spec'd it with Campy Chorus and Easton Ascent II wheels. The wait is probably going to kill me.
02-12-06, 08:57 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,653
Posted By bikewreck

I spent an hour last weekend with a Bosch angle...

I spent an hour last weekend with a Bosch angle grinder, cutting through an Ultegra crankarm that had seized to an Octalink bb. So I would say yes, grease the taper.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-08-06, 10:17 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 429
Posted By bikewreck

Rist Canyon on Monday? You're making me jealous....

Rist Canyon on Monday? You're making me jealous. I decided last weekend to overhaul all three bikes at once, so I'm temporarily out of the game. If I had known it was going to be this nice out I...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-15-06, 10:00 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 652
Posted By bikewreck

Way back when, I used to take midnight (or later)...

Way back when, I used to take midnight (or later) rides under a full moon across several golf courses in my hometown. No lights, no reflectors, it was truly a surreal experience. I always made sure...
Forum: Commuting
12-30-05, 10:48 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,482
Posted By bikewreck

Wednesday was my last commute for the year. ...

Wednesday was my last commute for the year. 4595.72 miles for the year. My personal best for not starting my truck was 3 weeks and 1 day. I was hoping for more bike mileage, but projects at home...
Forum: Introductions
12-17-05, 11:56 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 362
Posted By bikewreck

KAONCR, Welcome to the forum, and good luck...

KAONCR,

Welcome to the forum, and good luck with your rehab. I know what's like to be off the bike for while. As a side note, a good friend of mine is KONE out of Lincoln.
Forum: Commuting
12-17-05, 11:13 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,471
Posted By bikewreck

Wear a helmet. Period. I'm still dealing with...

Wear a helmet. Period. I'm still dealing with the aftermath of a serious bike accident, from almost 2 years ago. Downhill, on pavement, loose dog, no helmet. Multiple skull fractures, 5 days in a...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-05-05, 08:55 PM
Replies: 310
Views: 13,410
Posted By bikewreck

Manage the finish department of a high-end custom...

Manage the finish department of a high-end custom cabinet shop in CO.
Forum: Commuting
12-05-05, 08:49 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,159
Posted By bikewreck

I bailed today, too, and more than likely will...

I bailed today, too, and more than likely will for the next day or two. 40 mph headwinds and single digit temps for the commute home are not my idea of fun. Guys at work always ask if the cold...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-19-05, 10:06 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,872
Posted By bikewreck

Commuting during the week racks up about 155 mi.,...

Commuting during the week racks up about 155 mi., plus another 50-60 on Saturday's rec. ride. Home improvement projects are cutting into my weekend riding though. I'm at 4199 miles for the year,...
Forum: Commuting
11-18-05, 09:43 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,735
Posted By bikewreck

I started bike commuting to work on a regular...

I started bike commuting to work on a regular basis this April, 30 mi. round-trip. I called my American Family insurance agent in early summer to find out if I qualified for a rate reduction since...
Forum: Commuting
10-05-05, 08:06 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,356
Posted By bikewreck

I feel your pain. Yesterday on the way home from...

I feel your pain. Yesterday on the way home from Loveland, I was hammered by the wind the whole way home. 2 miles from home, the wind quits, just in time for a soaking deluge. Based on the Weather...
Forum: Introductions
09-23-05, 08:49 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 185
Posted By bikewreck

Hello from Fort Collins

Hi all,

I've been reading all the interesting and entertaining posts for quite a while now, and decided to join. After a serious bicycle accident in December of '03 knocked me off the bike for...
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