what was the last "bike life changing" product you acquired?
02-09-05, 08:44 PM
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For me, the fixed gear was a big deal, but foremost has got to be these forums. Yes, it's not a product, and I didn't buy it, but thanks to the great ideas, advice, stories, product info/reviews, personal encouragement, etc., I can and will continue to make better decisions about what was an occasional thing, and turned it into a serious hobby/obsession. I doubtless would not be doing some of the riding if it weren't for reading about all of you. Thanks to all for their input!
02-09-05, 09:01 PM
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Ya know what? I really have noticed that I am much less fatigued after a ride now that I'm not riding a 100% aluminum (incl fork). Titanium and carbon fiber (stays and fork) does make a difference. I guess it could be marketing hype, but I really do feel pretty good after a long, hilly ride. The 50 mile ache is no more.
02-09-05, 11:00 PM
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Same as some others
-Polar water bottles
-Selle Italia Flite saddle with cutout
-Sidi shoes that eliminated hot feet
-bib shorts
-titanium frame
-Polar water bottles
-Selle Italia Flite saddle with cutout
-Sidi shoes that eliminated hot feet
-bib shorts
-titanium frame
02-10-05, 08:49 AM
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SIDI Genius 5 road shoes. they changed my life and wrote the company saying that i am a customer for life.
my 16.5 W cygolite (best light for the money)
going to 11-21 cassette
defined off-season program (bought with club membership)
my 16.5 W cygolite (best light for the money)
going to 11-21 cassette
defined off-season program (bought with club membership)
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02-10-05, 06:17 PM
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My first (and only) roadie...
02-10-05, 06:49 PM
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A Tandem.
It was a necessity after the last LIFE CHANGING event....kids.
My project bike should have a great "bike life changing" factor when finished.
It was a necessity after the last LIFE CHANGING event....kids.
My project bike should have a great "bike life changing" factor when finished.
02-10-05, 07:26 PM
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Originally Posted by formulaben
For me, the fixed gear was a big deal, but foremost has got to be these forums. Yes, it's not a product, and I didn't buy it, but thanks to the great ideas, advice, stories, product info/reviews, personal encouragement, etc., I can and will continue to make better decisions about what was an occasional thing, and turned it into a serious hobby/obsession. I doubtless would not be doing some of the riding if it weren't for reading about all of you. Thanks to all for their input!
It allowed me to research the whole double vs. compact double vs. triple thing before purchasing my first new road bike in a dozen years (went w/compact double
) Rad, where's your followup report on your new compact ?? 
I have also gained new appreciation for rollers training this winter having given it more time & dedication. I learned to climb out of the saddle, but now am focusing more on bringing my avg cadence up. The results were very apparent though when I was able to ride outdoors last weekend
So while we'll still have another 1-2 months of winter weather, I am confident I'll start the new season in the best riding shape in a long time !!
02-10-05, 07:56 PM
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compact cranks.
02-12-05, 11:06 PM
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Here are some things that have been cool for me
nashbar's swing grip - add the lights or other accesories
https://www.nashbar.com/profile.cfm?c...and=&sku=12832
performance slx saddle - good value and very comfortable
https://www.performancebike.com/shop/....cfm?SKU=18270
endless innovations road ends - good for cheaply converting a flat bar to more road style
https://endless-innovations.com/mall/default.asp
zefal's tournee back rack - so travelling is much easier with foldable legs, and lightweight
https://www.zefal.com/AAA/produitFram...&languePage=fr
power grips - really give decent functionality and won't break when upside down
https://www.nashbar.com/profile.cfm?c...rand=&sku=1270
nashbar's swing grip - add the lights or other accesories
https://www.nashbar.com/profile.cfm?c...and=&sku=12832
performance slx saddle - good value and very comfortable
https://www.performancebike.com/shop/....cfm?SKU=18270
endless innovations road ends - good for cheaply converting a flat bar to more road style
https://endless-innovations.com/mall/default.asp
zefal's tournee back rack - so travelling is much easier with foldable legs, and lightweight
https://www.zefal.com/AAA/produitFram...&languePage=fr
power grips - really give decent functionality and won't break when upside down
https://www.nashbar.com/profile.cfm?c...rand=&sku=1270
03-19-05, 02:51 PM
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Rudy Project Rydon SX w/ RX adapter.
03-19-05, 03:27 PM
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moving to NYC. the cycling culture here is wonderful, from joining a road biking group, to critical mass, to riding in the park,...
03-19-05, 03:35 PM
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A bike fitting.
Just did it today, The guy even gave me coaching on my pedal stroke!
Just did it today, The guy even gave me coaching on my pedal stroke!
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03-19-05, 03:38 PM
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Last bike altering life changing product - those new bar end plugs that dampen vibrations via physics of harmonics. No need for carbon bars !
03-19-05, 06:07 PM
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Originally Posted by formulaben
, but foremost has got to be these forums. Yes, it's not a product, and I didn't buy it, but thanks to the great ideas, advice, stories, product info/reviews, personal encouragement, etc., I can and will continue to make better decisions about what was an occasional thing, and turned it into a serious hobby/obsession. Thanks to all for their input!
03-19-05, 07:22 PM
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Originally Posted by Machka
There are three recent ones that I can think of ...
3. My bento box - before I couldn't eat while riding, now I can!
3. My bento box - before I couldn't eat while riding, now I can!
03-19-05, 11:31 PM
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My last two bike life changing purchase was first and foremost a wrench force bike stand and secondly oakley half jackets. I can simply not understand how I ever lived ithout that bike stand.
03-19-05, 11:42 PM
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Originally Posted by JR_Sith
My last two bike life changing purchase was first and foremost a wrench force bike stand and secondly oakley half jackets. I can simply not understand how I ever lived ithout that bike stand.
).Personally, I'm quite satisfied with my Profile Aquacage. It is really nice being able to carry two extra bottles on my long rides.
03-20-05, 12:13 AM
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Buying a Specialized Roubaix Pro (first new bike after a layoff of 15 years) and riding in a paceline the other day, that was a life changing experience!!!
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Huntington Beach, CA
& Iron Horse Maverick 5.5
Ralph (not Ralphie) on a Roubaix in
Huntington Beach, CA
& Iron Horse Maverick 5.5
03-20-05, 01:18 AM
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Originally Posted by cyclezealot
The touring types I ride with...Says they like STI on their race bikes..But touring bikes they have converted to down tube shifters......Say STI too complicated long tours and likely bring about maintenance issues on long rides away from home... ANyone agree here...
06-30-05, 02:06 PM
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In descending order:
new goals
new bike
speedplays
camelback
new goals
new bike
speedplays
camelback