Racer Tech Thread
#3077
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my prevail helmet is dying. the ratchet/plastic fit system is broken and getting worse.
which modern helmet allows you to securely stick sunglasses in it? this is a non-race helmet and I take my glasses off whenever I'm doing extended climbs to avoid sweat pooling.
I'm not above buying new glasses and new helmet after striking out on this years specialized helmets
which modern helmet allows you to securely stick sunglasses in it? this is a non-race helmet and I take my glasses off whenever I'm doing extended climbs to avoid sweat pooling.
I'm not above buying new glasses and new helmet after striking out on this years specialized helmets
specific sunglass dock and super light
I'm all for breaking out of the same old. Try something new
#3081
OMC


Joined: Oct 2010
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From: South Louisiana
Bikes: Specialized Allez Sprint, Look 585, Specialized Crux E5 Sport, Trek Domane SL6
My Garmin 500 is apparently in its last throes, pushing buttons is now considered a suggestion.
I ordered a 520 yesterday and will send the 500 in to Garmin and get a refurb replacement for use on my commuter. No real complaints since the 500 is over four years old and survived two crashs and a few bounces off concrete.
I ordered a 520 yesterday and will send the 500 in to Garmin and get a refurb replacement for use on my commuter. No real complaints since the 500 is over four years old and survived two crashs and a few bounces off concrete.
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#3082
Ninny
Joined: Jan 2010
Posts: 5,295
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From: The Gunks
Looks like the k-edge garmin mount (which is ridiculously expensive and I've never actually seen one).
[edit] from https://ritcheylogic.com/road/bars/wc...olostreem.html : "integrated mount ready for K-Edge or similar devices."
[edit] looks like k-edge has a family of mounts for various types and combinations of computers and cameras, so it's that, not Garmin-specific.
Last edited by globecanvas; 01-20-16 at 07:21 AM.
#3084
I would avoid the MIPS version though. I bought it thinking, "$10 bucks more for additional protection, sure why not," but I find it horribly uncomfortable. There's not enough padding covering all the MIPS connection points, resulting in hard plastic spots sitting on my head.
#3085
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Joined: Feb 2009
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Anyone riding the new Caad12 frameset? I've been riding the same carbon bike the last couple 3 years and i'm thinking of making the switch back over to alu. I've read some reviews of it not being as snappy up the hills which is the only thing I'm hesitating about since I want to target some hilly RRs (as well as the internal cabling but I'll deal). Otherwise I've heard only good things about it (and the CAAD frames in general).
#3090
I had a pressfit-86 frame BB warrantied and have to move over all the parts to the new frame. The BB is practically new. Is it straightforward to move the BB (incl. the pressfit cups - are the cups reusable?) to the new frame? I see that this requires some special tools (to do it neatly at least) which I'm not sure my LBS will have. I would like to move the BB over and avoid buy a new one if it's easily doable.
Also, when the bearings eventually die, does the whole BB need to be replaced or just the bearings (if that's even possible or do the bearings and the cups form a single unit)?
Also, when the bearings eventually die, does the whole BB need to be replaced or just the bearings (if that's even possible or do the bearings and the cups form a single unit)?
#3092
I had a pressfit-86 frame BB warrantied and have to move over all the parts to the new frame. The BB is practically new. Is it straightforward to move the BB (incl. the pressfit cups - are the cups reusable?) to the new frame? I see that this requires some special tools (to do it neatly at least) which I'm not sure my LBS will have. I would like to move the BB over and avoid buy a new one if it's easily doable.
Also, when the bearings eventually die, does the whole BB need to be replaced or just the bearings (if that's even possible or do the bearings and the cups form a single unit)?
Also, when the bearings eventually die, does the whole BB need to be replaced or just the bearings (if that's even possible or do the bearings and the cups form a single unit)?
#3093
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Joined: Aug 2007
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I had a pressfit-86 frame BB warrantied and have to move over all the parts to the new frame. The BB is practically new. Is it straightforward to move the BB (incl. the pressfit cups - are the cups reusable?) to the new frame? I see that this requires some special tools (to do it neatly at least) which I'm not sure my LBS will have. I would like to move the BB over and avoid buy a new one if it's easily doable.
Also, when the bearings eventually die, does the whole BB need to be replaced or just the bearings (if that's even possible or do the bearings and the cups form a single unit)?
Also, when the bearings eventually die, does the whole BB need to be replaced or just the bearings (if that's even possible or do the bearings and the cups form a single unit)?
it's not hard, it just requires some gentle handling. many people remove these cups by banging on the bearings which will, of course, destroy the bearings. it's the easiest way.
i'd at least try to salvage the bearings/cups. try to remove them yourself. you'll be able to tell if they're ruined. feel the quality of how they rotate before you remove them, then after. you'll know if you did it right.
what's the worst that could happen?
#3096
Never ended up getting it! By the time I decided to get it they ran out of stock in my size. Got a Canyon Aeroad instead. I barely rode (3-4 rides) it when I noticed the crack in frame. Can't wait to get it built up!
#3097
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Joined: Oct 2013
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From: East Bay Area ,CA
Bikes: not enough
i've successfully removed/reinstalled cups with bearings pressed in, but there are no guarantees and shops will tell you (CYA) that it can't be done--or at least not done with certainty. there's some truth to this.
it's not hard, it just requires some gentle handling. many people remove these cups by banging on the bearings which will, of course, destroy the bearings. it's the easiest way.
i'd at least try to salvage the bearings/cups. try to remove them yourself. you'll be able to tell if they're ruined. feel the quality of how they rotate before you remove them, then after. you'll know if you did it right.
what's the worst that could happen?
it's not hard, it just requires some gentle handling. many people remove these cups by banging on the bearings which will, of course, destroy the bearings. it's the easiest way.
i'd at least try to salvage the bearings/cups. try to remove them yourself. you'll be able to tell if they're ruined. feel the quality of how they rotate before you remove them, then after. you'll know if you did it right.
what's the worst that could happen?
#3098
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Joined: Feb 2007
Posts: 15,410
Likes: 189
From: Tariffville, CT
Bikes: Tsunami road bikes, Dolan DF4 track
And regardless of what anyone says about him, [MENTION=92828]topflightpro[/MENTION] is the schnizzle. Thanks also.
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"...during the Lance years, being fit became the No. 1 thing. Totally the only thing. It’s a big part of what we do, but fitness is not the only thing. There’s skills, there’s tactics … there’s all kinds of stuff..." Tim Johnson
#3099
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Joined: Feb 2007
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From: Tariffville, CT
Bikes: Tsunami road bikes, Dolan DF4 track
I went to solder a new battery into my SRM spider. I just touched the old solder, the connection broke, touched it again with the new battery in place, connection was strong. Tested (circuitboard to screw, so I'm testing beyond the solder points). 3.6v for a 3.5v rated battery, 3.2v is so dead it didn't register, and all my dead batteries are 3.1-3.2v.
It took maybe 5 seconds to install, 3 seconds to remove? I rounded up and said 15 seconds in Facebook because 5 seconds seemed too good to be true. I have a second spider to solder so I can see if I can repeat it. Unfortunately I have no batteries left, I have gone through 4 replacement batteries so far, new ones on the way.
Also, is there a way to delete ride data without deleting the overall settings? (*edit, I got the SRM machine back and cleared ride data) Key is I want to do this without using the download cable, since I have no computer that is working that runs SRM software. If not I'll just do some manual stuff (install old cyclometer, etc) until I get my laptop back.
It took maybe 5 seconds to install, 3 seconds to remove? I rounded up and said 15 seconds in Facebook because 5 seconds seemed too good to be true. I have a second spider to solder so I can see if I can repeat it. Unfortunately I have no batteries left, I have gone through 4 replacement batteries so far, new ones on the way.
Also, is there a way to delete ride data without deleting the overall settings? (*edit, I got the SRM machine back and cleared ride data) Key is I want to do this without using the download cable, since I have no computer that is working that runs SRM software. If not I'll just do some manual stuff (install old cyclometer, etc) until I get my laptop back.
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"...during the Lance years, being fit became the No. 1 thing. Totally the only thing. It’s a big part of what we do, but fitness is not the only thing. There’s skills, there’s tactics … there’s all kinds of stuff..." Tim Johnson
"...during the Lance years, being fit became the No. 1 thing. Totally the only thing. It’s a big part of what we do, but fitness is not the only thing. There’s skills, there’s tactics … there’s all kinds of stuff..." Tim Johnson
Last edited by carpediemracing; 02-06-16 at 08:20 PM.
#3100
meow

Joined: Jan 2008
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Bikes: 2016 Parlee Altum, 2013 Cannondale Super Six Evo Hi Mod Di2 only, 2011 Cannondale Super Six, Dura Ace 7800, 2007 Cannondale System Six Dura Ace 7800, 1992 Bridgestone RB-1, MB-2, MB-3, MB-5
I have a HEADSET question. I think the only key facts are that the steerer (1 1/8 top, 1 1/4 bottom) is CARBON and it's an INTEGRATED setup; however, in case it matters, I have a 2013 Cannondale Supersix Evo Hi Mod Di2.
In addition, the main reason that I have this question is because it is my understanding that one of the key functions of the EXPANDER PLUG that goes inside the steerer is to keep the stem, when tightened, from crushing/compromising the steerer.
THE QUESTION: is there an integrated headset for this steerer such that I can have some flexibility with number of spacers between the stem and topcap, and not be concerned about compromising the integrity of the steerer? I'd like the flexibility of being able to lower or raise a little the stem over time. What headsets are people using for like circumstances? If you don't worry about the stem aligning with the expander plug, I'd be curious to hear that too.
I've used Cannondale's IS headset to date, and the directions/manual state clearly -- and Cdale has said directly to me -- that no spacers are to be between the topcap and the stem. So, I'd like to use a different headset if I can so I have some flexibility with respect to stem height in the future.
Thank you.
In addition, the main reason that I have this question is because it is my understanding that one of the key functions of the EXPANDER PLUG that goes inside the steerer is to keep the stem, when tightened, from crushing/compromising the steerer.
THE QUESTION: is there an integrated headset for this steerer such that I can have some flexibility with number of spacers between the stem and topcap, and not be concerned about compromising the integrity of the steerer? I'd like the flexibility of being able to lower or raise a little the stem over time. What headsets are people using for like circumstances? If you don't worry about the stem aligning with the expander plug, I'd be curious to hear that too.
I've used Cannondale's IS headset to date, and the directions/manual state clearly -- and Cdale has said directly to me -- that no spacers are to be between the topcap and the stem. So, I'd like to use a different headset if I can so I have some flexibility with respect to stem height in the future.
Thank you.



