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Forum: Road Cycling
03-06-11, 07:19 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 21,691
Posted By roadpig2001

Ok sorry I asked, I just go by the heel on the...

Ok sorry I asked, I just go by the heel on the pedal rule. Or what feels right rule :lol:
Forum: Road Cycling
03-06-11, 06:45 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 21,691
Posted By roadpig2001

Sorry only been riding 5000 to 6000 miles a year...

Sorry only been riding 5000 to 6000 miles a year for the past ten years , WTF is a 0.883 rule?
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
03-06-11, 06:37 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 605
Posted By roadpig2001

Versus Score bar

Can Versus get rid of the freakin score bar at the bottom of the screen? I usually only watch versus during race season so maybe it is on all events on versus but it is a HUGE distraction. It wasnt...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
03-06-11, 06:27 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,054
Posted By roadpig2001

+1 has nothing to do with nazis. I dig the new...

+1 has nothing to do with nazis. I dig the new team name . BTW can we get rid of that damn versus scoreboard at the bottom of the screen?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-19-10, 08:09 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 936
Posted By roadpig2001

Have about 2000 miles on these bearings since...

Have about 2000 miles on these bearings since last post the center (6902) went out . I suddenly started getting ghost shifting issues and when swapping hoops they went away. Pulled the rear wheel...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-05-10, 05:42 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,536
Posted By roadpig2001

Looks like a solid ride . I had one of those...

Looks like a solid ride . I had one of those winwood forks a couple of years ago ,very strong but a somewhat harsh ride. Nice bike.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-01-10, 05:39 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 936
Posted By roadpig2001

The word from enduro is that ceramics will have...

The word from enduro is that ceramics will have more side to side play than steel bearings and less than 1mm is ok.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-31-10, 08:45 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 936
Posted By roadpig2001

shot an email off to enduro keep you posted

shot an email off to enduro keep you posted
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-31-10, 08:42 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 936
Posted By roadpig2001

They were properly pressed, thought maybe this...

They were properly pressed, thought maybe this was characteristic of ceramics, I may have a bad set.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-31-10, 08:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 936
Posted By roadpig2001

ceramic bearing play

Just installed a set of enduro zero bearings in my velomax r3 hubs and although they seem to spin much more smoothly there is more side to side play. Has anyone else had play issues with ceramic...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-20-10, 07:09 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,001
Posted By roadpig2001

If the rolling resistance is claimed to be lower...

If the rolling resistance is claimed to be lower with less pressure then why are tubulars run at very high pressure for racing? They may be more comfortable but faster? I am really interested in...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-22-10, 11:31 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,741
Posted By roadpig2001

Flip the stem if you want to, you may find that...

Flip the stem if you want to, you may find that you have a slightly stiffer bar as you have less steer tube to twist on. Who the hell cares if your stem is flipped? Really if someone has the audacity...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-14-09, 08:45 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,065
Posted By roadpig2001

In my case I installed it because the compression...

In my case I installed it because the compression plug ,even when torqued to specs, would slip when setting the headset preload. It is basically the same thing Alpha does with their forks but Alpha...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-13-09, 09:14 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,065
Posted By roadpig2001

:D Oops didnt catch that you posted the web...

:D

Oops didnt catch that you posted the web address , just wanted to post my review.:D
Forum: Road Cycling
12-13-09, 08:57 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,065
Posted By roadpig2001

I purchased one of those for my ouzo pro about...

I purchased one of those for my ouzo pro about three weeks ago . It is available from www.cornercycle.com It fits reynolds carbon steer tubes and some others, you may want to call them for details....
Forum: Road Cycling
10-03-09, 04:11 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 9,013
Posted By roadpig2001

I rode Selle SMP evolution saddles on two of my...

I rode Selle SMP evolution saddles on two of my bikes for a couple of years ,put thousands of miles on them, until one day they started to bother me . So I pulled down my ratty old selle slr gelflow...
Forum: Southeast
09-22-09, 10:04 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 912
Posted By roadpig2001

Spent a week in st martin last summer, didnt...

Spent a week in st martin last summer, didnt ride but I noticed on Sunday morning there were a decent amount of roadies out. During the week the traffic is brutal but I did see a couple of guys out...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-21-09, 08:19 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 613
Posted By roadpig2001

The posted results show only 274 riders to the...

The posted results show only 274 riders to the top , looks like the turnout was light. 25 made it to the medows . Maybe next year will be more favorable .
Forum: Road Cycling
09-21-09, 07:57 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 613
Posted By roadpig2001

Did anyone here ride sunday? I was registered but...

Did anyone here ride sunday? I was registered but after watching the weather I went back to bed. This ride is tough enough without riding in a monsoon for six hours . Give us a report on the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-21-09, 08:33 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 586
Posted By roadpig2001

cracking noise from compression plug carbon steerer

I was installing a new reynolds ouzo pro fork today. While installing the compression plug and bringing it up to the required torque value I heard a slight cracking sound. I have installed carbon...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-05-09, 09:07 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 13,434
Posted By roadpig2001

Thanks , Ill take your advice and try to clear my...

Thanks , Ill take your advice and try to clear my head . It is a totally irrational thing, I may try to MTB for a while as it makes me think more about lines etc. I guess the thing that gets me is I...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-05-09, 02:49 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 13,434
Posted By roadpig2001

:thumb:Digging this post back up bump bump bump. ...

:thumb:Digging this post back up bump bump bump. I rode the blood sweat gears century last week in the boone nc area . All started fine felt good ,climbed great . On some of the early descents I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-25-08, 08:30 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,301
Posted By roadpig2001

I assume a CAAD 9 takes the same guide as a CAAD...

I assume a CAAD 9 takes the same guide as a CAAD 7 or a CAAD 5 . Check Ebay or maybe this bike shop can send you one , I have purchased a new one there before www.bikeseast.com
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-08-08, 04:23 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,655
Posted By roadpig2001

Not a bad bike but I think 300 would be at the...

Not a bad bike but I think 300 would be at the very high end . That cable guide looks nearly rusted through. As a buyer I would be concerned about the inside of the tubes . If you are keeping it I...
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-16-08, 06:49 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 458
Posted By roadpig2001

headtube gusset

I just bought a cheap aluminum hardtail frame for $30.00. As far as I can tell its pretty solid, weighs about 3.5 lbs the welds look ok . I believe its a chinese mosso.. My only concern is the lack...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-29-08, 08:40 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,239
Posted By roadpig2001

Hate to jump in late here but for the most part...

Hate to jump in late here but for the most part CDL drivers have a sh** load more training than your average motorist , which can get a license by showing up. Yes I agree there are quite a few bozos...
Forum: Triathlon
07-28-08, 05:38 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,511
Posted By roadpig2001

Find an old Centurion with an old suntour or...

Find an old Centurion with an old suntour or shimano group . Ive seen plenty on ebay. You could probably find a nice one for under $200 ,and it would be worthy of some upgrades if you went that route.
Forum: Southeast
07-26-08, 04:37 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 777
Posted By roadpig2001

If you want to do a good climb try US441 up to...

If you want to do a good climb try US441 up to clingmans dome , it takes about 2 hours from sugarlands visitor center and about 45 minutes back down . I went about 6am on a sunday morning last august...
Forum: Southeast
07-25-08, 04:05 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,622
Posted By roadpig2001

The road that goes to hwy 3 past river run ....

The road that goes to hwy 3 past river run . Great place to train for the hwy 181 section, the grade is similar but about 10 miles longer. :eek:
Forum: Southeast
07-21-08, 07:46 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,622
Posted By roadpig2001

And you will be able to sign on early next year....

And you will be able to sign on early next year. Recommend multiple trips up the wall on rocky river road .
Forum: Southeast
07-05-08, 08:38 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,622
Posted By roadpig2001

That really blows , the last 2 miles makes the...

That really blows , the last 2 miles makes the whole ride. Cant decide if I will sit it out or not . But it will still be challenging with out the finish on top. Kind of changes how you can manage...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-30-08, 09:47 PM
Replies: 184
Views: 14,885
Posted By roadpig2001

Since I am piss drunk and this forum mentioned...

Since I am piss drunk and this forum mentioned beer and aluminum I will thow in my 2 cents 2 months late. I am all for the carbon revolution! I got a freaking brand new CAAD5 frameset for 250 on...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-09-08, 10:25 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 609
Posted By roadpig2001

I have a bell arc I think it is the same as the...

I have a bell arc I think it is the same as the solar but the earlier version . I have used it about three years and it is beat. I will be getting a solar to replace it as they all have the same...
Forum: Triathlon
05-30-08, 01:48 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,275
Posted By roadpig2001

On my road conversion there is more weight on the...

On my road conversion there is more weight on the front but it does not seem to have a negative effect on handling. The centurion oem fork has a 50mm rake, the carbon fork I am currently using has a...
Forum: Triathlon
05-30-08, 07:28 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,275
Posted By roadpig2001

I have a 54 cm centurion lemans that is a little...

I have a 54 cm centurion lemans that is a little on the small side for me as a road bike. But a s a converted tri bike it is great. I use a carbon fork and flipped a thomson setback seatpost to get a...
Forum: Southern California
02-04-08, 10:50 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,308
Posted By roadpig2001

I learned so much from his website . I am at a...

I learned so much from his website . I am at a loss for words, my prayers go out to his family.
Forum: Northern California
01-09-08, 11:26 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 5,808
Posted By roadpig2001

Ive been a truckdriver for the last 18 years and...

Ive been a truckdriver for the last 18 years and have no idea where the 2001 part came from.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-09-08, 11:22 PM
Replies: 150
Views: 9,718
Posted By roadpig2001

Bulletproof = VELOMAX ORION

Bulletproof = VELOMAX ORION
Forum: Road Cycling
01-08-08, 08:48 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 675
Posted By roadpig2001

Looks uncomfortable but took me 2 weeks to get...

Looks uncomfortable but took me 2 weeks to get mine set up right. This saddle will save your balls , no numbness .Never thought I could replace my SLR gel flow .The only problem is the cost ,now I...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
01-08-08, 08:20 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,604
Posted By roadpig2001

Now this guy is hiring Landis in an "advisory...

Now this guy is hiring Landis in an "advisory role" ? WTF is with this team? What next, team issued Glocks to go with the Escalades with 22's? Gold teeth? Enough already , Andreu got out of the...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
01-04-08, 08:29 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,604
Posted By roadpig2001

Ball hires Andreu as director and then says he...

Ball hires Andreu as director and then says he has no say in how the team is run? What a freaking joke. I think its great that Ball is supporting cycling but I dont dig the whole misfit approach.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-31-07, 07:49 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 751
Posted By roadpig2001

No problem , you will probably also have to...

No problem , you will probably also have to change the BB . I assume you are currently using a square taper . If your current cranks have 110bcd just change the chainrings .I have seen some deals on...
Forum: Southeast
12-24-07, 12:24 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 808
Posted By roadpig2001

Charlotte is an ok area to for road biking...

Charlotte is an ok area to for road biking especially in the northern part of mecklenburg county. The mountain biking is really good, check out www.tarheeltrailblazers.com for a buttload of trails...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
12-19-07, 10:14 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 986
Posted By roadpig2001

I use a helmet mirror, tried glasses mirror but...

I use a helmet mirror, tried glasses mirror but they break easily and dont mount to some glasses. They take a little getting used to, but I am at the point where I just flip it down and off I go.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-13-07, 01:02 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,538
Posted By roadpig2001

Its not so much the calories ,its the nasty ...

Its not so much the calories ,its the nasty chemicals added to many foods that are hocked to the public as healthy. Personally I avoid items that are loaded with chemicals especially ANYTHING that...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-13-07, 12:34 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,572
Posted By roadpig2001

This is going to be great if they really get it...

This is going to be great if they really get it going . The route includes a little of everything .Think of all the small towns in middle america that would compete to be on the route .Had my doubts...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-12-07, 10:15 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,538
Posted By roadpig2001

Look how much effort it takes to actually buy...

Look how much effort it takes to actually buy healthy food . You have to read the back of everything to find out if the "lowfat" or " light" label is a bunch of BS not to mention all of the partially...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-11-07, 08:45 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,081
Posted By roadpig2001

Sorry to drop in on this thread late, but I am...

Sorry to drop in on this thread late, but I am not sure if you can get a good idea by the dropouts and BB shell. I had a cheap motobecane kinesis frame, 7005 alloy ,with 40mm round tubes and basic...
Forum: Southeast
12-11-07, 02:17 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 871
Posted By roadpig2001

Looks like we are set with these summer temps...

Looks like we are set with these summer temps until thursday. Gonna make the most of it.:D
Forum: Southeast
12-11-07, 11:49 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 871
Posted By roadpig2001

You should try riding around the Davidson area ,...

You should try riding around the Davidson area , you'll have lots of company. BTW its 75 degrees and sunny today while the rest of the country is iced out .Today, I dont mind the drought.
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