What road bike do you have?
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GT Force, built up with Tiagra/105.

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My newest build to get me back on the road. Looking forward to the Sunday ride.
Storck Scenero G3 Stealth
Storck Scenero G3 Stealth

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Just finished up my new gravel bike.. going for a ride this afternoon.

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Spent the day visiting a few LBS and came home with a Felt Z85......I was unsure if the more aggressive posture would be an issue compared to my hybrid but it felt (no pun) really good from the get go.
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Specialized Allez Steel Double
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In the wind

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I don't do triathlons but being 6' tall and a lean 256 lbs I find the triathlon geometry and riding position much more comfortable than a road bike. You get used to it quickly on the road having the brakes and gears on seperate bars. I try to ride at least 100 miles a week and more if time allows. This bike makes it real easy to put the miles on.
This is a 2003 Litespeed Blade, HED wheels, Dura Ace group and the beloved Azonic Loveseat saddle.
This is a 2003 Litespeed Blade, HED wheels, Dura Ace group and the beloved Azonic Loveseat saddle.
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R500
Here is my current ride. 1992 Cannondale R500. Bought it with super low miles and all OE. Immediately switched over to a full Shimano 600 8s group, added a Serfas carbon saddle, and Profile Design carbon wheels. Loving it so far!
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Kestrel Talon X with Shimano 105
Good morning everyone. Newbie to the forum. Used to be an avid cyclist with my mountain bike until I finally discovered the glory of a road bike. After doing some research for a few months, put a down payment on a 2017 Kestrel Talon. Unfortunately they no longer make my size in the 2017 model so I'm now getting the 2018 model. Thoughts?
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Nashbar Road

1987 Centurion Ironman Expert

1987 Centurion Ironman Expert

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Still the most comfortable bike I've ridden...
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Peugeot PX10: Simplex SLJ derailleurs and retrofriction shifters, Mafac 2000 brakes, Stronglight 93 crankset.

Peugeot PR10: Simplex SLJ derailleurs and retrofriction shifters, Campy NR crankset, Modolo Speedy brakes.

Motobecane Grand Record: Campy NR derailleurs, brakes, and triple crankset. Mostly my gravel bike, but sees a fair amount of road work.

Gitane Gran Tourisme: Campy NR derailleurs and triple crankset, Mafac Racer brakes, Son generator hub. Has a complete set of bags.
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2018 Trek Domane SL5. First ride today!

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Peugeot PX10: Simplex SLJ derailleurs and retrofriction shifters, Mafac 2000 brakes, Stronglight 93 crankset.

Peugeot PR10: Simplex SLJ derailleurs and retrofriction shifters, Campy NR crankset, Modolo Speedy brakes.

Motobecane Grand Record: Campy NR derailleurs, brakes, and triple crankset. Mostly my gravel bike, but sees a fair amount of road work.

Gitane Gran Tourisme: Campy NR derailleurs and triple crankset, Mafac Racer brakes, Son generator hub. Has a complete set of bags.