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Forum: Road Cycling
07-03-09, 02:48 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,133
Posted By bucketheadmn

+1 After switching to a compact crank it...

+1

After switching to a compact crank it took me a couple hundred miles to get out of the grove of a 53/39 and into the 50/34. The more you ride it the more second nature it will be.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-27-09, 09:32 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,081
Posted By bucketheadmn

I thought Nike got out of the cycling gear? A...

I thought Nike got out of the cycling gear? A quick look on Nike's web site shows nothing in regards to cycling.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-27-09, 06:16 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,081
Posted By bucketheadmn

With their return policy why not buy one of each?...

With their return policy why not buy one of each? Try them on and return the one you do not fit into.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-12-09, 08:39 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,279
Posted By bucketheadmn

I had the same problem and just purchased a...

I had the same problem and just purchased a Novara Small Wedge Seat Bag (http://www.rei.com/product/780455) from REI. Strap is long enough and wraps around seat post so no rub at all on any abrasive...
Forum: Recreational & Family
05-05-09, 07:28 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 8,159
Posted By bucketheadmn

Yea it does fold up pretty nicely. Should be a...

Yea it does fold up pretty nicely. Should be a fun summer of riding and pulling the kid once I figure out how to transport the Burley :)
Forum: Recreational & Family
05-05-09, 06:54 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 8,159
Posted By bucketheadmn

My current thoughts match yours for a highway...

My current thoughts match yours for a highway trip as well, but we are looking at a 4 hour trip the first time and multiple 1 - 3 hour trips throughout the summer. New thinking is that I might be...
Forum: Recreational & Family
05-04-09, 09:13 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 8,159
Posted By bucketheadmn

Burley on a Roof Rack - Anyone done it?

I am trying to figure a way out to transport my Burley d'Lite on a roof rack without beating it up to much and without scratching the roof of the car - a Mazda Tribute with the standard factory...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-19-09, 06:18 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,171
Posted By bucketheadmn

Take a look at the Sigma 1606L. Been using it...

Take a look at the Sigma 1606L. Been using it for a couple years and have not had any problems. If I remember right I picked it up for about $50.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-07-08, 02:14 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,167
Posted By bucketheadmn

I gave my Arione 1000 miles and no matter what I...

I gave my Arione 1000 miles and no matter what I did it was not comfortable - numbness, always having to move, etc.. Picked up an Aliante and it is a perfect fit. Just because others have great...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-05-08, 04:44 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 963
Posted By bucketheadmn

No idea what the cages are - but what the heck is...

No idea what the cages are - but what the heck is that seat post? And I have to agree with umd - not a very pretty bike.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-03-08, 03:25 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,250
Posted By bucketheadmn

This is all I really worry about - not sure how I...

This is all I really worry about - not sure how I would get the burn marks off from the explosion.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-03-08, 02:17 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,250
Posted By bucketheadmn

I have been clamping on my carbon post - with...

I have been clamping on my carbon post - with rags for padding - and it has not exploded yet.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-29-08, 07:42 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 636
Posted By bucketheadmn

I have been riding a compact crank on my 2008...

I have been riding a compact crank on my 2008 Onix TDF with the Ultegra SL 50/34 crank. First couple of rides I threw the chain inside going from big ring to small. Stopped at lbs and they made a...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-26-08, 02:36 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 23,434
Posted By bucketheadmn

Directly from the SOUL Bikes website:...

Directly from the SOUL Bikes website: http://www.bikesoul.com/s4.html
Forum: Road Cycling
07-26-08, 02:34 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,611
Posted By bucketheadmn

Extra Large

Extra Large
Forum: Road Cycling
07-23-08, 09:11 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,492
Posted By bucketheadmn

I have a Trek 7.2fx that I use to ride with my...

I have a Trek 7.2fx that I use to ride with my wife and pull the kid - also use it for my commuter currently. According to your options though I did not vote as I do use it as my "b" bike, but it is...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-21-08, 12:30 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,750
Posted By bucketheadmn

I saw a couple different people last week on my...

I saw a couple different people last week on my Woodbury/Afton loop wearing the style of respartiors that you would by at Home Depot or Menards.
Forum: Recreational & Family
07-19-08, 09:17 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,556
Posted By bucketheadmn

We have out 18 month old in a Trek helmet that...

We have out 18 month old in a Trek helmet that seems to stay up pretty well. The only time it falls in front of her face is when she is fidgeting with it.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-19-08, 06:03 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 8,955
Posted By bucketheadmn

I have ridden my road bike in the rain - just...

I have ridden my road bike in the rain - just spend the time to clean it when done. I prefer to ride the commuter in the rain as most of the time I am to lazy to do a full clean after riding and do...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-19-08, 05:49 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 8,955
Posted By bucketheadmn

The afternoon rain in the cities prevent your...

The afternoon rain in the cities prevent your ride today?

I do not ride my road bike in the rain, but I do ride my commuter/hybrid in it.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-17-08, 05:00 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 4,672
Posted By bucketheadmn

I was in your position about a month ago - $3500...

I was in your position about a month ago - $3500 budget for a new bike although I was replacing a current one. After spending a week test riding a half dozen bikes and checking out multiple lbs I...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-15-08, 07:09 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,387
Posted By bucketheadmn

Make that over 4 years - original post was in...

Make that over 4 years - original post was in 2004.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-13-08, 06:48 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 881
Posted By bucketheadmn

During your fittings did they check the length of...

During your fittings did they check the length of your legs relative to each other? I am having the same problems right now - right knee is killing me. After going back to my lbs for a 2nd fitting...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-12-08, 08:59 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 784
Posted By bucketheadmn

Should be a great ride around the lake.

Should be a great ride around the lake.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-09-08, 10:51 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,763
Posted By bucketheadmn

Does your friend ride a triple?

Does your friend ride a triple?
Forum: Road Cycling
07-04-08, 07:56 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 858
Posted By bucketheadmn

I have been using a pair the last year with no...

I have been using a pair the last year with no problem - not sure of the model and do not see them on Nashbar right now. The pair I have came with interchange lenses as well, however I have had the...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-03-08, 08:53 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,102
Posted By bucketheadmn

I have a Trek 7.3fx that I use to commute to work...

I have a Trek 7.3fx that I use to commute to work with and as my family bike. Riding with the wife and pulling the little one in her Burley.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-03-08, 11:09 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,619
Posted By bucketheadmn

I just switched from the Arione which I used for...

I just switched from the Arione which I used for about 2000 miles to the Aliante which I have put just about 100 miles on - and prefer the Aliante.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-01-08, 01:22 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,908
Posted By bucketheadmn

I use a 7.3 as my commuter and family bike and my...

I use a 7.3 as my commuter and family bike and my wife rides a 7.2. Only reason she is on a 7.2 and not the 7.3 is we found a 2006 closeout for right at $200 that was hard to pass up. I love the...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-30-08, 09:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 662
Posted By bucketheadmn

I just had a Aliante put on my new Orbea after...

I just had a Aliante put on my new Orbea after using the Arione on my LeMond for the last year and around 2000 miles. I would get numbness with the Arione after a short time and it was almost every...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-29-08, 09:12 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 695
Posted By bucketheadmn

Well I broke down and bought a new bike - 2008...

Well I broke down and bought a new bike - 2008 Orbea Onix TDF. Spent the last few days riding anything and everything I could get my hands on at about a half of dozen lbs. After everything I tried...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-26-08, 07:44 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 695
Posted By bucketheadmn

One of the lbs near me is actually getting a...

One of the lbs near me is actually getting a Roubaix Expert with Ultegra in tomorrow in my size to take a spin on.

The $3500 is without the sale of my current bike. If I buy a new one I will sell...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-26-08, 05:12 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 695
Posted By bucketheadmn

If I bought new wheels I would want lighter and...

If I bought new wheels I would want lighter and stiffer. Budget on wheelset would be max $750 and any I bought I would want to be able to move on to next bike - which has me leaning towards a new...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-26-08, 04:51 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 695
Posted By bucketheadmn

Bontrager Select is the current wheelset which...

Bontrager Select is the current wheelset which along with not staying true are very spongy feeling when I am out of the saddle. In regards to fit issues I do have a little numbness in my right hand...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-26-08, 04:06 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 695
Posted By bucketheadmn

New Bike or New Wheels

In a dilemma and not sure what route to go. I am currently riding a 06 LeMond Tourmalet which has 105 derailers, and brifters, cane creek brakes, and bontrager select crank and wheelset. Bought...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-28-07, 01:48 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 3,551
Posted By bucketheadmn

Chantix does not doing anything for the cravings....

Chantix does not doing anything for the cravings. From what I understand of it it blocks the nicotine receptors in the brain to fight the cravings of the nicotine. So there were a few other things...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-28-07, 06:28 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 3,551
Posted By bucketheadmn

I was a pack a day for 16 years and have not had...

I was a pack a day for 16 years and have not had one since Superbowl Sunday of this year. I am one of those people that thought I would never be able to quit, but using Chantix is a great way to...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-26-07, 08:00 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,685
Posted By bucketheadmn

To funny seeing this posted here tonight. Was...

To funny seeing this posted here tonight. Was checking out Craigslist earlier at work and saw this with first thought being Stolen...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-18-07, 08:08 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 442
Posted By bucketheadmn

You are right - I did misunderstand you there. ...

You are right - I did misunderstand you there.

Any thoughts on the options I am looking at?
Forum: Road Cycling
06-18-07, 07:46 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 442
Posted By bucketheadmn

The Tourmalet is the same Aluminum on the 2007...

The Tourmalet is the same Aluminum on the 2007 (http://www.lemondbikes.com/bikes/road_racing/performance_aluminum/tourmalet.php) - just CF Fork and Seatpost
Forum: Road Cycling
06-18-07, 07:18 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 442
Posted By bucketheadmn

What to do, what to do...

So as I am trying to decide what to do figured I would see what some of you all thought on the matter.

Picked up a clearance 2006 LeMond Tourmalet...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-17-07, 07:19 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,452
Posted By bucketheadmn

Did a 55 mile ride with my Father today - longest...

Did a 55 mile ride with my Father today - longest ride I have done to date. Last 15 miles were in a 10+ mile headwind with gusts of what felt like 100+ - sure made the last 15 hard as hell.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-10-07, 06:19 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,076
Posted By bucketheadmn

Do not worry about the wheel in the back. I am...

Do not worry about the wheel in the back. I am riding a 2006 Tourmalet which I would guess has the same wheel set and I started at 239 with no problems. I have 700 miles on it so far and it is still...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-07, 12:31 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 386
Posted By bucketheadmn

I have an 06 and love it. I have put 500 miles...

I have an 06 and love it. I have put 500 miles on it this past month - only change I have made is the saddle. Because it is my first road bike I have no others to compare it to, but would recommend...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-01-07, 08:15 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 471
Posted By bucketheadmn

Thanks for the thoughts and replies here. ...

Thanks for the thoughts and replies here.

As far as goals - I think they are a very good thing as long as you keep it mind it is a goal and not something you HAVE to hit. With any goal I set for...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-30-07, 07:35 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 471
Posted By bucketheadmn

Just Starting - Expectations and Goals?

So I picked myself up a bike a couple of weeks ago and have started to get into it pretty good already. I am a 6 foot 240lbs 31 year old pregnant bellied male. Have not worked out or done anything...
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