Originally Posted by
mashtofu
Today I went for a 15ish mile ride through the redwoods. I wanted to go twice as far but my doc says I need to take it slow while my knees recover. Oh, and I used my bullhorns for the first time in nearly 3 months. I've been using risers so it was nice to stretch out for a change.
Counting down the days til my new frame arrives, and trying to decide between bullhorns or drops. Also tempted to try Fizik Microtex, but I'm afraid I'll regret not having gel inserts. And I'm torn between GR9 or Sylvan Track pedals; leaning toward Sylvan cus I hear GR9's are slippery when wet, and it rains here often. AND I'm debating MKS Small size steel toe clips with single straps, or normal size clips with doubles. I wear a womens size 6.5 / mens 5 / euro 37. So I'm afraid normal clips are too big, but I really prefer double straps over single. AHH DECISIONS! Too bad I'm not the type to ask you internet folk to decide for me. Life would be so much easier. Haha... But if anyone has input on my clips/straps situation I'd love to hear it.
Right on, what kinda frame this time?! Also, despite what anyone tells you, screw Microtex(IMO) It is so uncomfortable, padding-wise. Eureka's Frequently wet, go with the Sylvans, I'd say, they are pretty comfy, 'specially if you don't get pedal-strike often, if you are worried about that, I think GRs are smaller. A small clip will hold your feet a bit tighter, and will drag less than a normal sized one, but I hear doubles are wonders for the hold as well. Oh, and if you are getting the Sylvan tracks pedals, make sure your shoes don't have HUGE tread, it's a little harder to get in and out of, IMO!
Well, hope I helped, and whatever decisions you pursue make you happy!
BTW, You, Chris and I should go riding some time or something if Y'all are down! Also, for the hell of it, B-lam and Ry as well! Get a Humboldt Fixed gear party goin' down!