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02-29-24, 12:07 AM
Replies: 129
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Posted By ridethecliche

That felt needlessly harsh

That felt needlessly harsh
02-25-24, 05:29 PM
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Views: 627,276
Posted By ridethecliche

I'd like to consider racing again but I'm...

I'd like to consider racing again but I'm reticent given work and life things. I've been shooting for 6-10 hours of training a week and I've been seeing a lot of progress since getting my kickr set...
02-23-24, 08:00 PM
Replies: 17,734
Views: 1,430,770
Posted By ridethecliche

Did my second ramp test today and came in at 230...

Did my second ramp test today and came in at 230 for 70% of my last minute power. Going to be traveling a lot, mostly to snowboard, over the next few month and a half so hoping for some baby gains...
02-23-24, 07:52 PM
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Posted By ridethecliche

Popping back in here because I just realized that...

Popping back in here because I just realized that y'all used to talk about masters racing when I first started posting here in like 2007....i just realized that my reading age would be 35 this year. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-17-24, 10:17 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,935
Posted By ridethecliche

Got a reasonable scale. Current weight is...

Got a reasonable scale.

Current weight is 17.9 lbs with pedals, cages, and mounts. I'd love to get it down to the 16s.

So far I have TPU tubes ordered but the carbon wheels I have are actually...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-16-23, 02:33 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,935
Posted By ridethecliche

Lighting was hard for the pictures but here it...

Lighting was hard for the pictures but here it is!

Longest ride on this thing so far at 60 miles. It felt really really good to the point that I'm really surprised.

The fit is very aggressive...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-13-23, 05:04 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,935
Posted By ridethecliche

Yeah, that's totally true re being lighter...

Yeah, that's totally true re being lighter groupsets. I picked this bike up used with an ultegra groupset so I think that's what will stay. It's not a no expense spared weenie build since I'd have...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-06-23, 03:28 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,935
Posted By ridethecliche

Why do you want me to post pics of myself? That's...

Why do you want me to post pics of myself? That's weird.

Though if it makes you happy, I'm 5'10 and 170-175ish lbs. Goal weight is 160-165 over the next few months. I used to race in college at...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-06-23, 03:20 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,935
Posted By ridethecliche

Recs on the TPU tubes? I'll likely order a few...

Recs on the TPU tubes? I'll likely order a few sets for this!

And I have a big ole box of stems sitting around! I keep adding and subtracting from it over time.
Re bonty brakes. The reviews are...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-06-23, 03:13 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,935
Posted By ridethecliche

Why would I buy alloy wheels when I already have...

Why would I buy alloy wheels when I already have lightweight alloy wheels. Why would I get a sram group when I already have an R8000 Ultegra group? I'm so confused.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-05-23, 06:51 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,935
Posted By ridethecliche

I need a longer stem and I really hate using the...

I need a longer stem and I really hate using the Ritchey C260 stem I have while I'm working out bike fit.

Unfortunately, the caad13 doesn't take a 27.2 post so not too much in the aftermarket.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-05-23, 01:59 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,935
Posted By ridethecliche

As of right now the bike is right at 18lbs with...

As of right now the bike is right at 18lbs with 105 pedals, cages, and pump + gps mount.

Saddle, stem, and tubes are the next likely targets...but I'm probably not messing swapping the saddle.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-05-23, 01:34 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,935
Posted By ridethecliche

Updates. Groupset is R8000 - with DA left...

Updates.

Groupset is R8000 - with DA left sided stages
Seatpost is the carbon cannondale one
Saddle is some ec90 clone that's not super light but I think I have a few lightweight saddles...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-15-23, 01:12 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,935
Posted By ridethecliche

I like kalloy uno stems and will likely get one...

I like kalloy uno stems and will likely get one if my fancy Ritchey Wcs 260 stem doesn't fit.

I also have some lightweight bars. The frame comes with the cannondale carbon seatpost and full carbon...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-14-23, 07:20 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,935
Posted By ridethecliche

CAAD13 Rim Brake Weight

Just bought a used CAAD13 rim brake frameset and plan to build it up with R7000 105 and likely an R8000 ultegra crank.

Given the penalty of the 105 stuff, what would I need to do to get it down to...
11-09-23, 03:26 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 521
Posted By ridethecliche

I honestly gave up... I'm going to see if I...

I honestly gave up...

I'm going to see if I can find a revolt fork that will work or just use something like the el jefe mounts to add mounting points for bottles or something to the fork.
10-05-23, 05:16 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 521
Posted By ridethecliche

Worth a shot! I'll report back with an update...

Worth a shot!
I'll report back with an update if there is one.

The solution I've seen involves using an adapter and just a straight 1 1/8 fork.
10-03-23, 09:41 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 521
Posted By ridethecliche

Ah yeah, this is true. However the fork that...

Ah yeah, this is true. However the fork that cracked is off an old frame that was warranteed. I just kept using it since it was fine and it was lighter. The original frame had a crack in a chainstay....
10-03-23, 08:16 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 521
Posted By ridethecliche

Do you think a giant dealership is going to help...

Do you think a giant dealership is going to help me figure out how to make an aftermarket fork fit on their frame?

I'm honestly wondering if theres a crown race adapter or such that I can use with...
10-02-23, 10:24 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 521
Posted By ridethecliche

And no dice. Bearing fits the fork but not into...

And no dice. Bearing fits the fork but not into the headtube... Ugh.
09-30-23, 11:00 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 521
Posted By ridethecliche

I just ordered an fsa lower bearing with these...

I just ordered an fsa lower bearing with these specs so let's see what happens. I just installed the stock fork I had on hand but can confirm that the upper bearing set I have works with a 1 1/8...
09-29-23, 02:33 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 521
Posted By ridethecliche

Headset compatibility for new fork

Hi!

I have a 2018 giant tcx advanced sx frame and recently bought a new fork for it after detecting some cracking on the carbon fork I had.

This is the new fork:...
09-14-23, 04:17 PM
Replies: 623
Views: 220,428
Posted By ridethecliche

There's a purple RB2 that just popped up locally,...

There's a purple RB2 that just popped up locally, not sure what year it is.

Does anyone know what tire clearance I can expect from the frameset? I used to have an 84 trek 760 that i did a restomod...
08-28-23, 07:53 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 741
Posted By ridethecliche

Oh shush two shoes

Oh shush two shoes
08-24-23, 02:06 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 741
Posted By ridethecliche

Was just reminded about the JJBP conversion axles...

Was just reminded about the JJBP conversion axles and will try one of those first.
08-23-23, 06:48 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 741
Posted By ridethecliche

Hey man! How are ya!? Been a minute. I think...

Hey man! How are ya!? Been a minute.

I think the axle to crown measurement between the two forks is within 5-6mm. I think they're the same, but I'm measuring with a tape and the ATC measurement...
08-23-23, 09:44 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 741
Posted By ridethecliche

Someone that lives in northern NJ and not in VT?

Someone that lives in northern NJ and not in VT?
08-21-23, 09:54 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 595
Posted By ridethecliche

Aren't those forks also on significantly slacker...

Aren't those forks also on significantly slacker headtubes?
08-21-23, 01:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 595
Posted By ridethecliche

Thanks for that feedback. It's certainly...

Thanks for that feedback. It's certainly something im considering re if the increased trail would help if the fork will have more weight on it.
08-21-23, 09:12 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 595
Posted By ridethecliche

Changing fork rake on a 'gravel' bike?

Hi!

I have a 2018 giant Tcx advanced sx (size M/L) that's currently using a fork from a 2015 tcx because it was full carbon and lighter.

I'm starting to wade more into the adventure side of...
08-21-23, 08:47 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 741
Posted By ridethecliche

Changing fork rake on a 'gravel' bike?

Hi!

I have a 2018 giant Tcx advanced sx (size M/L) that's currently using a fork from a 2015 tcx because it was full carbon and lighter.

I'm starting to wade more into the adventure side of...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-02-22, 10:48 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 516
Posted By ridethecliche

Stem options for 1 1/4 steerer?

I have a giant tcx I've been using as a groad bike and want to get a couple of stems to play with fit a bit but my existing stem collection is for 1 1/8 steerers. Do I have any options other than the...
08-19-22, 10:29 PM
Replies: 7,115
Views: 627,276
Posted By ridethecliche

carpediemracing I feel that a bit re having...

carpediemracing
I feel that a bit re having the goals but lacking the commitment. For me right now there's a certain element of futility since every time I start feeling good on the bike again, my...
08-09-22, 09:43 PM
Replies: 7,115
Views: 627,276
Posted By ridethecliche

I'm trying to get back into riding and doing the...

I'm trying to get back into riding and doing the PT stuff to be able to do it without the old issues popping up. Also have a giant tcx but it's a bit older. I would love a set of aero wheels for this...
08-05-22, 03:38 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 537
Posted By ridethecliche

Jealous! I've been looking for a set of panniers...

Jealous! I've been looking for a set of panniers with a backpack attachment for my work commute!
08-04-22, 07:27 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 725
Posted By ridethecliche

I ended up buying a chrome barrage backpack off...

I ended up buying a chrome barrage backpack off ebay which looked like it was either NOS or slightly used. Price was right. I'm going to try fitting a wald 585 basket or such to the top of the rear...
07-29-22, 07:21 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 725
Posted By ridethecliche

Fair enough! Thanks for the tip. I guess I could...

Fair enough! Thanks for the tip. I guess I could always also use a water resistant sleeve for the laptop but that should be a backup imho.



The chrome backpacks are roll tops, though one has an...
07-28-22, 03:03 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 725
Posted By ridethecliche

Waterproof/resistant backpack recommendations?

Hi!

I have a short commute and ride with a backpack during the sessions. I have a rear rack that I'm planning on putting a wald-esque low basket on to be able to put my backpack on there with a...
Forum: Commuting
07-28-22, 02:04 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,547
Posted By ridethecliche

I don't get the point of picking something so...

I don't get the point of picking something so heavy for a commuter. There are plenty of ways to put fat tires on a bike and make it plenty comfortable.
Forum: Commuting
07-28-22, 08:21 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 989
Posted By ridethecliche

I'd probably put a few dabs of jb weld or metal...

I'd probably put a few dabs of jb weld or metal epoxy on there just to make things a bit more secure. Once it hardens, it'll be most of the way to a weld and you can file/sand it and paint it or...
07-28-22, 08:19 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 492
Posted By ridethecliche

Thanks for the tip! Fiance and I are in philly...

Thanks for the tip! Fiance and I are in philly and want to take a day trip somewhere to ride. This could make a great trip to check out another area and get a nice easy ride in!
07-28-22, 08:18 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,064
Posted By ridethecliche

This is so awesome! I'm in Philly so Bilenky...

This is so awesome!

I'm in Philly so Bilenky is nearby. They're usually up for shenanigans so.... this is giving me all sorts of wonderfully terrible ideas. Might have to start keeping an eye out...
07-28-22, 06:55 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 6,889
Posted By ridethecliche

Yup, I looked at those ages ago. I've honestly...

Yup, I looked at those ages ago. I've honestly parked my roadie on the trainer and I'm planning on riding my cross/gravelish bike on the road with knobless tires. Commuter is a charge plug that I've...
07-21-22, 06:47 PM
Replies: 7,115
Views: 627,276
Posted By ridethecliche

I think some of it is related to the fact that a...

I think some of it is related to the fact that a big chunk of America got on bikes with their family over the pandemic.
07-21-22, 08:29 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 6,889
Posted By ridethecliche

Yeah, would def look for a steel dealio. ...

Yeah, would def look for a steel dealio.

This is a hypothetical though. I'll likely never get to this project because I can probably afford something better suited to the purpose on the used...
07-17-22, 08:52 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 6,889
Posted By ridethecliche

I want to build a franken-gravel-bike using a...

I want to build a franken-gravel-bike using a 90's/00's trek mountain or hybrid as a starting point. The multitracks are great and have some rad paint jobs.

I don't want to do it because it would...
07-17-22, 08:37 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 400
Posted By ridethecliche

Hi! The issue is that putting a basket on...

Hi!

The issue is that putting a basket on the rear rack will block the access to the panniers mounting. The first rack replacement option looks to have a bit of space between where the panniers...
07-17-22, 06:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 400
Posted By ridethecliche

Talk to me about racks!

Hi!

Started living in philly full time recently and I'm trying to do everything I can by bike without using my car more so than for visiting family/friends over the weekend or for large...
Forum: For Sale
07-15-22, 07:24 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 624
Posted By ridethecliche

Ugh. Why would anyone make it not purple!

Ugh. Why would anyone make it not purple!
07-15-22, 07:20 PM
Replies: 7,115
Views: 627,276
Posted By ridethecliche

Uhhhh anyone have a 5x-42-30 triple crank and BB...

Uhhhh anyone have a 5x-42-30 triple crank and BB for cheap? Don't care if it's square taper or octalink or whatever.
Trying to use it on a commuter and replacing the outer ring with a bash guard.
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