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Forum: Road Cycling
10-10-09, 04:53 PM
Replies: 275
Views: 25,507
Posted By rickbb

Also 5'11" Also 56.5 TT

Also 5'11"
Also 56.5 TT
Forum: Road Cycling
09-27-09, 06:18 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,432
Posted By rickbb

Nice! Better to have done the Seacoast Century...

Nice! Better to have done the Seacoast Century yesterday than today. About 1300 apparently rode with you, around 30 today in the wind and rain.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-23-09, 05:41 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 15,910
Posted By rickbb

Take a look at the market for used Master...

Take a look at the market for used Master Lights/MXL's. You will see that they are no more than Serottas or other bikes of that ilk. And they are arguably among the most beautiful frames out there.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-25-09, 12:11 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 473
Posted By rickbb

Thanks for the response. That's how the Rolfs...

Thanks for the response.
That's how the Rolfs got on the bike, after the original wheels did the same thing.
Hard to replicate on the stand, unfortunately.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-25-09, 10:00 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 473
Posted By rickbb

Thanks, that is what I thought, too. The...

Thanks, that is what I thought, too.
The wheels are old Rolf Vectors but they feel bomber enough and I've never had issues with them on my road bikes.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-25-09, 08:52 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 473
Posted By rickbb

Fork issue

I have a 2001ish Poprad with the stock steel (or alloy?) fork. I've read all the threads regarding fork shudder when braking. But my fork flexes when cornering while not braking, causing rubbing...
Forum: For Sale
06-22-09, 03:14 PM
Replies: 1,401
Sticky Saddle swap
Views: 387,578
Posted By rickbb

Have: Selle SMP Stratos, black, well-used,...

Have:
Selle SMP Stratos, black, well-used, solid with a few minor cosmetic flaws. No rips, rough abrasions or tears. TRADED!
Older school Flite in great shape, black leather.
Toupe Gel 143, black,...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-22-09, 02:13 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,896
Posted By rickbb

Very nice, LB! And something to sit and admire...

Very nice, LB!
And something to sit and admire while it rains 40 days/nights around here...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-26-09, 07:01 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,776
Posted By rickbb

Thanks, I'll give that a try. Still bothered by...

Thanks, I'll give that a try. Still bothered by the apparent lousy wrench fit.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-23-09, 07:13 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,776
Posted By rickbb

Issue with Shimano Dura Ace crank pinch bolts

I bought a DA 7800 BB/crankset, used, and installed it on my bike. In torquing the pinch bolts, I partially stripped one of them before I got to the recommended torque (with a 6mm hex, of course)....
Forum: Road Cycling
11-07-08, 06:46 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,476
Posted By rickbb

There was one installed on a Lemond I bought on...

There was one installed on a Lemond I bought on eBay. Very robust and stiff but not light, as has been mentioned.
I don't think you could go wrong as long as light weight isn't paramount to you.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-23-08, 05:07 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 4,783
Posted By rickbb

Shop name: Nault's Location: Manchester, NH ...

Shop name: Nault's
Location: Manchester, NH
Comments: Laid-back service, so if you want your butt kissed don't go there. Knowledgeable and helpful. Smaller shop but some good deals, esp. clothes.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-15-08, 04:10 AM
Replies: 3,143
Views: 1,019,728
Posted By rickbb

Thanks! It, too, is the FSA Wing Pro Compact...

Thanks!
It, too, is the FSA Wing Pro Compact (shallow), 44cm. Short reach and shallow drop enable more riding positions, given my inflexibility, Fred or not.

Just realized my photo is Fred, too,...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-09-08, 03:48 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 603
Posted By rickbb

The SD Essential work stand is OK for storage but...

The SD Essential work stand is OK for storage but if you do much work on your bikes, you will soon want to upgrade it. BB mounting system leaves bike down low, interferes with some cable routings and...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-07-08, 06:17 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,347
Posted By rickbb

If money is an object, the integrated Ouzo Pro...

If money is an object, the integrated Ouzo Pro would be a good choice. Tons of them at decent prices on eBay at times, even new. Won't look bad, either. Just a minor visual break at the junction of...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-06-08, 05:12 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,347
Posted By rickbb

I upgraded my 1999 Tuscany (non-integrated...

I upgraded my 1999 Tuscany (non-integrated headset) with an Ouzo Pro, non-integrated, that I scored on eBay after waiting a month or so. It looks and functions just as I'd hoped. It's a 43 rake for...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-03-08, 06:07 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 886
Posted By rickbb

The FSA Wing compact/shallow and Deda Newton both...

The FSA Wing compact/shallow and Deda Newton both have shorter reaches and helped refine my riding position after stem adjustments. I prefer the FSA which has a nice feel in all positions.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-02-08, 06:17 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 2,895
Posted By rickbb

The sound of some legend-in-his/her-own-mind...

The sound of some legend-in-his/her-own-mind passing without a heads-up or a hello, frequently to be encountered a short distance up the road, stopped to appreciate the view or to make some contrived...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-30-08, 01:53 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 531
Posted By rickbb

The standard length bolts that came with the...

The standard length bolts that came with the cleat package. And the contour of the cleat seems to match the shoes' shape pretty well, so I'm not sure what's going on with you.
Other threads have...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-29-08, 03:36 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 531
Posted By rickbb

I've had no problems with SPD-SL cleats on my...

I've had no problems with SPD-SL cleats on my 5.5's (size 45.5) but I'm using the yellow (float) cleats.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-28-08, 05:40 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,657
Posted By rickbb

Thank you, all, for the replies. I have owned...

Thank you, all, for the replies.
I have owned the wheels (the front looks fine) for only the last year of their lives, but I have gotten about 2500 miles out of them. No complaints with that.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-27-08, 03:36 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,657
Posted By rickbb

Bulge in rim at base of spokes

This was addressed a year or so ago in what appeared to be a lesser instance. The photo is of a 10 year old CXP21 rim which has bulges at the base of two or three spokes on either side of the valve....
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-25-08, 07:22 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 555
Posted By rickbb

Great shots, Scott. Nice looking bike (and...

Great shots, Scott. Nice looking bike (and wheels:)) Congrats on the century!
I rode the northern 40 miles or so of the course on Sunday and it was equally beautiful, so they had two perfect days...
Forum: Northeast
09-15-08, 05:59 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 534
Posted By rickbb

Or, you could stop in for a beer and go for 100...

Or, you could stop in for a beer and go for 100 miles. :)

Here's hoping you get nice weather and have a great ride.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-15-08, 05:44 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 9,292
Posted By rickbb

I don't think the geometries have changed in...

I don't think the geometries have changed in several years for that aluminum frame family, so the 2008/9 listings should apply.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-12-08, 05:38 AM
Replies: 3,143
Views: 1,019,728
Posted By rickbb

Beautiful bike, Marqueemoon! With much help...

Beautiful bike, Marqueemoon!
With much help from this forum (thanks!), I built up this Odonata over the summer, my first build. All DA, Ouzo Pro, Masterpiece, Toupe. Although it pales next to most...
Forum: Northeast
09-11-08, 05:26 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 534
Posted By rickbb

I missed the sign-up. I may ride a segment or...

I missed the sign-up.
I may ride a segment or just cheer you folks on from my front porch.
Have fun!
Forum: Road Cycling
08-18-08, 04:27 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,860
Posted By rickbb

I've gotten lots of great info from this site...

I've gotten lots of great info from this site but, every now and then, there is advice that saves me significant time and/or money. This is one, since I was going to dump my pedals at a loss. Shimano...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-15-08, 04:29 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,860
Posted By rickbb

I've been riding 6620's for about 800 miles and...

I've been riding 6620's for about 800 miles and find that, on longer rides where I have to dismount a lot (lights, etc.), the release force results in sore feet/hot spots even though the pedals are...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-08-08, 04:33 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,332
Posted By rickbb

Thanks for all your help! The crimped ferrule...

Thanks for all your help!
The crimped ferrule in the pic was one I had on a used brake cable that I tried after the plastic ones furnished with the DA package wouldn't fit. I understand the point...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-07-08, 01:26 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,332
Posted By rickbb

Thanks so much. I'll dump the ferrules on the...

Thanks so much. I'll dump the ferrules on the barrel adjusters. And then the most daunting part, the shifter cables/derailler set-up.
I have a 1999 Litespeed Tuscany and I can't imagine anything...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-07-08, 12:35 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,332
Posted By rickbb

They don't fit because their diameter is too...

They don't fit because their diameter is too large. Photo is of the metal ferrule but the plastic ones provided have the same diameter. The ferrule is butted against the barrel adjuster, not inside...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-07-08, 09:05 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,332
Posted By rickbb

That's what came with the DA cable kit and they...

That's what came with the DA cable kit and they don't fit. They do fit the cable guides.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-07-08, 05:37 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,332
Posted By rickbb

Another ferrule question

I am doing my first build (Dura-Ace on a Seven) and, using documentation available on the web as well as the good advice on this forum, I've been doing OK.
But now, my first snag, thankfully a minor...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-13-08, 04:36 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,111
Posted By rickbb

I have gone through the same thing, taint...

I have gone through the same thing, taint chaffing and soreness, as I've increased the weekly mileage. I've refined my saddle position/height and that has helped a lot but I still get problems at 40...
Forum: Northeast
01-28-08, 11:47 AM
Replies: 151
Views: 14,904
Posted By rickbb

S. Maine, here, but I ride mostly to the NH...

S. Maine, here, but I ride mostly to the NH seacoast. New Castle/Rye/Hampton along the water is as good as it gets. I likely get passed by the other local posters on a regular basis!
Also ride near...
Forum: Northeast
12-14-07, 06:56 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 624
Posted By rickbb

Riding south of the city, easily accessible by...

Riding south of the city, easily accessible by bike from the "inner" city, is wonderfully scenic with decent roads through beautiful farmlands/McMansions and stiff hills.
Forum: Northeast
06-12-07, 09:21 AM
Replies: 151
Views: 14,904
Posted By rickbb

I'm in Kittery and have been doing fun rides up...

I'm in Kittery and have been doing fun rides up and down the coast. Can anyone give me any ideas for a 40 to 50 mile ride in the Newburyport area (not from Kittery!)? Thanks!
Forum: Northeast
09-30-06, 05:55 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 3,353
Posted By rickbb

Hey, Finnegan, I live in Kittery and have been...

Hey, Finnegan, I live in Kittery and have been ranging north to my limited abilities, when I don't get drawn to the magnificant Newcastle (NH) area. What are your "rut" rides, briefly? If you get...
Forum: Northeast
09-19-06, 01:02 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 3,353
Posted By rickbb

Hey, Ritehsedad, you may well commute past my...

Hey, Ritehsedad, you may well commute past my house in Kittery Point.
I'm a noob and have been riding alone to get the feel. Fun rides in this area so far include the 32mi. RT to Ogunquit (drivers,...
Forum: Introductions
08-31-06, 02:34 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 352
Posted By rickbb

Well, I got the new bike. A new '05 Trek Pilot...

Well, I got the new bike. A new '05 Trek Pilot 5.0. Just took my first (short) ride (first time with clipless pedals, too) and it is so much faster than what I am used to that I have to rethink my...
Forum: Introductions
08-30-06, 05:45 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 352
Posted By rickbb

I'm on the shore, a few miles from the dreaded...

I'm on the shore, a few miles from the dreaded (by locals) outlets.
Forum: Introductions
08-30-06, 03:25 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 352
Posted By rickbb

Thanks for the greeting, all! I have a Trek Pilot...

Thanks for the greeting, all! I have a Trek Pilot 5.0 calling me (I'm old) and I'm losing the battle. My Bridgestone is at my GF's and I'll check on the model. Probably mid-80's, $600 at that time....
Forum: Introductions
08-28-06, 03:57 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 352
Posted By rickbb

Hello from Kittery Point ME

Hi All,
I've been an on-again, off-again cyclist whose primary activities are mountaineering, rock climbing, hiking, kayaking and in-line skating. A recent shoulder injury (60 year-old, high mileage...
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