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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-08-23, 08:04 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 858
Posted By mstateglfr

We pulled an 18yo girl into our family last...

We pulled an 18yo girl into our family last summer- she is at college right now, but doesnt live in the dorm 365 of the year. Funny enough, she has her own road bike, but 'stole' one from our garage...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-08-23, 06:21 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 4,016
Posted By Bearhawker

https://www.love2pedal.com/ often has great deals

https://www.love2pedal.com/ often has great deals
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-07-23, 09:42 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 4,016
Posted By urbanknight

https://theblackbibs.com/

https://theblackbibs.com/
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-07-23, 08:22 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 858
Posted By mstateglfr

If you want to race, a Domane is not ideal,...

If you want to race, a Domane is not ideal, though also not horrible- it will likely be more bike than you need for a long time.
A 2x10 drivetrain will be fine for you to toe the line and get blown...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-07-23, 07:40 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 4,016
Posted By pdlamb

New rider, don't know if he'll stick with it? ...

New rider, don't know if he'll stick with it? I'd buy him a pair of The Black Bibs cheapest shorts; they're good, but not expensive. The shorts will make the biggest difference to riding comfort,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-06-23, 10:50 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 858
Posted By jaxgtr

Those area actually pretty nice bikes. !0 speed...

Those area actually pretty nice bikes. !0 speed is fine for what you are looking to do. However, if you are looking to local racing, you might consider the Cannondale Caad13 105. About the same...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-06-23, 10:11 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 4,016
Posted By jaxgtr

I actually bought a couple of these and they are...

I actually bought a couple of these and they are really nice and have held up well. No problem with zippers or stitching. I would not hesitate to buy from them again. Sizing is pretty spot on with...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-06-23, 09:19 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 4,016
Posted By BTinNYC

Sure. I use Hikenture brand shorts, I like their...

Sure. I use Hikenture brand shorts, I like their padding. I'm skinny and Coconut brand shirts fit me well. The Hikenture shirts fit a little loose.
Forum: Indoor & Stationary Cycling Forum
01-30-23, 11:11 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,045
Posted By msu2001la

It can be a little confusing. Your bike is a...

It can be a little confusing.

Your bike is a bit unusual in that it has disc brakes, but uses an older style 135mm hub spacing with quick-release skewers. This setup is common for rim brake road...
Forum: Indoor & Stationary Cycling Forum
01-30-23, 10:59 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,045
Posted By msu2001la

Your bike has quick-release skewers with a rear...

Your bike has quick-release skewers with a rear hub spacing of 135mm, which is pretty standard. I'm not sure why you assume you'd have a problem mounting this bike to a direct-drive trainer.

I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-20-22, 12:01 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,186
Posted By Iride01

Don't underestimate how much drag a bearing...

Don't underestimate how much drag a bearing stuffed full of grease will have compared to one that has been used a while or has no more than just enough grease at the very start. Some greases can take...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-20-22, 11:43 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,186
Posted By dsbrantjr

I find that pedals typically come from the...

I find that pedals typically come from the factory skimpily lubed and too tightly adjusted; I always lube and adjust new pedals before putting them into service. I specifically only buy pedals which...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-20-22, 11:14 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,186
Posted By veganbikes

The pedals that come with most bikes if they come...

The pedals that come with most bikes if they come with pedals are usually cheap test ride pedals designed to be cheap and nothing else functionality is not really there. You can ride them and some...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-20-22, 11:10 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,186
Posted By maddog34

While waiting for your newpedals, try loosening...

While waiting for your newpedals, try loosening the bearing adjustment on the tight one 1/16 turn at a time until loose but free of any slop.

the "Too Tight!" thing is common with pedals.. poor...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-20-22, 10:28 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,186
Posted By KerryIrons

The fact that one is stiff while the other is not...

The fact that one is stiff while the other is not suggests bearing adjustment, seal clearance, or even excess grease in the stiff pedal. Taking them apart is the only way to discover the cause.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-20-22, 12:31 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,186
Posted By GamblerGORD53

Yah, most pedals are stupidly stiff when new....

Yah, most pedals are stupidly stiff when new. Take them apart and figure out why and how they are made. Could be both sides cup and cone or 2 sealed bearings or 1 bearing and the other side is a...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
11-15-22, 04:06 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 617
Posted By Fentuz

why not using the 530 indoors setup? you can...

why not using the 530 indoors setup? you can setup a workout plan on garmin connect, upload to the 530 and then you ride against the "virtual partner".

you will need a wheel speed sensor to count...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
11-14-22, 01:36 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 452
Posted By Tourist in MSN

Skip the handlebar switch, not really needed and...

Skip the handlebar switch, not really needed and the wiring may fail.

Most good taillights you see in a store will have a good button that once you know where it is, you can easily press the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-13-22, 10:17 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 496
Posted By Rolla

Search "smooth center knobby edge bike tire" and...

Search "smooth center knobby edge bike tire" and see what pops up. WTB makes a few tires with this pattern.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-13-22, 09:48 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 496
Posted By HillRider

+! I first built up my Surly Midnight Special...

+! I first built up my Surly Midnight Special (a combination road/gravel bike) with 650b-47 tubeless tires on Shimano GRX tubeless ready wheels. However, I don't ride this bike routinely since I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-13-22, 08:31 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 496
Posted By delbiker1

Get the fit right, then get some time and miles...

Get the fit right, then get some time and miles on your bike before making changes. So much will depend on how much and how hard of riding you will be doing.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-13-22, 08:13 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 496
Posted By veganbikes

If you are riding daily (or nearly daily) nearly...

If you are riding daily (or nearly daily) nearly year round and good at keeping tires pump and either replacing sealant yourself or paying your local shop to do it then yes go for it. If you are...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-12-22, 10:13 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 496
Posted By kwb377

I run Panaracer GK SS for a mix of pavement and...

I run Panaracer GK SS for a mix of pavement and hardpack dirt/light gravel...

GravelKing SS Folding Gravel Tire – PanaracerUSA...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-12-22, 06:39 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 496
Posted By Steve B.

Why not go to an online dealer like...

Why not go to an online dealer like Biketiresdirect and see for yourself. They have a good selection of gravel tires and you can see for yourself the tread patterns. A wide 38mm slick (no knobbies)...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-12-22, 06:37 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 496
Posted By Koyote

I don't know of a proper term for such tires, but...

I don't know of a proper term for such tires, but they're easy enough to find. Just look at manufacturer's website photos. Example (https://www.wtb.com/collections/road/products/byway).
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-09-22, 02:10 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 3,515
Posted By RH Clark

This would be my choice in a budget gravel bike...

This would be my choice in a budget gravel bike if buying new.
https://www.poseidonbike.com/collections/all-bikes/products/dropbar-x
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-09-22, 01:30 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 3,515
Posted By 70sSanO

This is a good plan, especially since we are a...

This is a good plan, especially since we are a month and a half from Christmas and the weather in Delaware right now is probably not prime for riding. It gives you plenty of time to research the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-09-22, 01:07 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 3,515
Posted By livedarklions

You're fine, you just have a few things going on...

You're fine, you just have a few things going on at the same time that make your choices a bit tougher--having a lot of questions isn't being a nuisance.. Trying to answer questions for each other is...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-08-22, 05:51 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,700
Posted By TiHabanero

Of the three bikes listed by the OP, the Kent...

Of the three bikes listed by the OP, the Kent Genisis 700c Bohe is the best of the bunch. Should work just fine for indoor riding and with the proper care will work outdoors in the real world for a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-08-22, 05:28 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,700
Posted By livedarklions

None of the above actually, but my preferences...

None of the above actually, but my preferences aren't the issue. Decide on the basis of fit and price, and whether or not you want a triple chain ring. I doubt you'll notice any other difference in...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-07-22, 06:34 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,700
Posted By Shadco

Go to a professional fitter and get the specs for...

Go to a professional fitter and get the specs for what fits then research what is available that meets up. Will be worth it in the long run.

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