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Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-22-08, 05:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 848
Posted By Chiboy

I'm a newbie, but after doing some research,...

I'm a newbie, but after doing some research, ended up with Crank Bros. Candy pedals (my bike is like yours, except it's a Comp, not an Expert). I didn't really want to get road pedals and slip...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-19-08, 04:34 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 464
Posted By Chiboy

Conti Gatorskin Beaded -- Is a good deal a good deal?

Bought a Specialized Tricross Comp last fall. Rode some trails in the fall, but the bike guys I've met have been doing road rides this spring of 45-55 miles. I've really enjoyed it; they are very...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-16-08, 08:44 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,389
Posted By Chiboy

I have an '06 Tricross Comp and absolutely love...

I have an '06 Tricross Comp and absolutely love it. I used it on a few nice trails last fall (when I got it) and have been riding this spring on primarily road rides. A friend gave me an old pair...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-15-08, 09:53 PM
Replies: 126
Views: 7,858
Posted By Chiboy

Wow, I'm new to this great hobby (last October),...

Wow, I'm new to this great hobby (last October), but here goes:

2006 Specialized Tricross Comp slightly used $800 (craigslist)
new Crank Bros Candy pedals $40 (eBay)
new Cateye speedo/etc. $30...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-01-08, 12:32 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 929
Posted By Chiboy

Update: Thanks for all the thoughts and...

Update:

Thanks for all the thoughts and suggestions. For now, my friend (unbeknownst to me) mounted his old Conti GP 3000 (23c) tires on my Pavels and they were fine for a 43 mile road ride...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-27-08, 11:08 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,409
Posted By Chiboy

I have the OEM Roval Classique Pavé, aluminum...

I have the OEM Roval Classique Pavé, aluminum double wall rim, machined sidewalls, with stainless eyelets as my only wheels now. I'm considering getting a second wheel set, or just mounting road...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-26-08, 08:49 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,409
Posted By Chiboy

Hmmmm. I'm trying to check into that. Maybe I...

Hmmmm. I'm trying to check into that. Maybe I do need a second set of wheels.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-26-08, 09:29 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,409
Posted By Chiboy

700/23 Tire Recommendations

I'm new to cyclocross bikes. I got my Specialized Tricross Comp last fall, and have been loving it. I've gone on a few longer rides with a small group recently (43-53 miles), and one of the riders...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-21-08, 05:27 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 929
Posted By Chiboy

Second set of wheels???

I bought a slightly used 2006 Specialized Tricross Comp last fall, and really love it. However, last weekend I went on my longest ride to date -- a 53 mile road ride with 3-4 other guys. A friend...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-19-07, 04:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 825
Posted By Chiboy

Thanks, I ordered them this morning, so I don't...

Thanks, I ordered them this morning, so I don't want to hear of any great deals on the Lorica model...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-18-07, 09:11 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 825
Posted By Chiboy

44.5

44.5
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-18-07, 05:18 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 825
Posted By Chiboy

Actually the shoes are from a bike store in the...

Actually the shoes are from a bike store in the south. I think for $130 brand new, I have to jump at them. But I do wish they were the Lorica, since I've tried those on and it sounds like they're...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-18-07, 09:11 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 825
Posted By Chiboy

Thoughts on Sidi Dominator Mesh (vs. Lorica)

I've been scouring the 'net looking for a pair of Sidi Dominators that fit my foot and my budget. The ones on sale and on ebay have all been either really small or really big sizes (sale shoes) or...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-13-07, 10:34 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 591
Posted By Chiboy

Sidi Blaze -- any opinions?

I have tried on Sidi Dominators and really REALLY liked them. But $200+ isn't in the budget for my first pair of bike shoes. Are Sidi Blaze a good compromise? I briefly tried them on and after...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-12-07, 09:00 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,149
Posted By Chiboy

I was in the LBS for about five minutes. The...

I was in the LBS for about five minutes. The salesman brought out the shoe I asked him to bring out, and told me nothing about it other than that "Sidi is the best". I'm sorry, but I don't feel...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-11-07, 09:25 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,149
Posted By Chiboy

Where Are the Deals on Sidi Dominators???

I've been reading a lot about bike shoes here, and think that the Sidi Dominators would be a great shoe for me. I tried them on at a LBS, since I had seen new 44s advertised for $110 shipped on...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-08-07, 01:53 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 472
Posted By Chiboy

Semi-Reasonably Priced MTB shoes

A quick recap: I'm new to cycling, just got a Spec. Tricross Comp (a year old), which I love. Have been doing some road rides and some trail rides. Just ordered Candy C pedals from ebay, and need...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-06-07, 05:22 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 694
Posted By Chiboy

Hmmm. I asked again and they insisted they were...

Hmmm. I asked again and they insisted they were Genius 5s. If yours were a size 44.5, we'd be talkin'!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-06-07, 04:35 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 694
Posted By Chiboy

Sidi Genius 5 Mountain bike shoes -- do they exist?

I can see from the Sidi web site that they sell Genius 5 road bike shoes. Do they have, or did they ever have, Genius 5 mountain bike shoes?

I have a possible line on some Sidi's and the seller...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-06-07, 12:25 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 718
Posted By Chiboy

Any suggestions?

Any suggestions?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-06-07, 08:13 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 718
Posted By Chiboy

Thanks. I wear a 10 or 10.5 in casual shoes and...

Thanks. I wear a 10 or 10.5 in casual shoes and a 10.5 in Wilson tennis shoes and Saucony running shoes.

I am definitely planning on getting MTB shoes, so I think those would go well with Candys....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-05-07, 10:33 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 718
Posted By Chiboy

Bike Shoe Shopping (for the first time)

I'm new to biking, other than tooling around on an old mountain bike for the last 18 years. I picked up a year old Specialized Tricross Comp cyclocross bike last month, which I love. I've been on a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-02-07, 06:34 AM
Replies: 7,742
Views: 584,678
Posted By Chiboy

I can't post on that forum. It says I need an...

I can't post on that forum. It says I need an upgraded membership, but I can't figure out how to upgrade.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-01-07, 04:31 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,881
Posted By Chiboy

I'm the OP (original poster?) and WOULD like to...

I'm the OP (original poster?) and WOULD like to get pedals and shoes. From what I've read here at BF, it seems like the Crank Bros. Candy would be a good pedal. What would be decent shoes? ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-01-07, 12:39 PM
Replies: 7,742
Views: 584,678
Posted By Chiboy

If I may ask, is this thread really just for...

If I may ask, is this thread really just for whole bikes, or will people post for smaller items I'm in need of, like Candy pedals, Topeak pumps, etc. (for the new rider)?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-29-07, 11:21 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,881
Posted By Chiboy

Ah, something I have already from my platform...

Ah, something I have already from my platform tennis collection of stuff!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-29-07, 10:42 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,881
Posted By Chiboy

Good points. Knowing me, I don't foresee giving...

Good points. Knowing me, I don't foresee giving up running -- it clears my mind, relaxes my body, and I can get a nice 4 mile workout in half an hour. But that isn't the point really. I just went...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-27-07, 07:30 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,881
Posted By Chiboy

Wow, thanks for all the great ideas! Just to...

Wow, thanks for all the great ideas! Just to clarify:

I do have a helmet (it's only a year or so old and I wear it whenever I ride) and a cell phone. The under seat tool kit has tire irons and I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-26-07, 10:02 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,881
Posted By Chiboy

What Does a New Enthusiast Need After He Gets a Bike???

OK, quick summary: I just got a used Specialized Tricross Comp for light trails and road riding, here in Chicagoland. Being a new rider I have nothing in the way of clothing and accessories. Rather...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-19-07, 10:25 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,050
Posted By Chiboy

I was merely thinking that if you felt it was...

I was merely thinking that if you felt it was likely that you would go down in "rigorous terrain", you wouldn't want to be clipped in.

I am definitely riding!
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-19-07, 06:31 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,050
Posted By Chiboy

I sure don't know what I'm talking about, but...

I sure don't know what I'm talking about, but from what I've read, I would have thought you would put the candies on the cross bike (for occassionally being unclipped in rigorous terrain). And maybe...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-18-07, 12:50 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,050
Posted By Chiboy

Interesting read. More food for thought. So now...

Interesting read. More food for thought. So now I'm really confused...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-18-07, 08:11 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 937
Posted By Chiboy

Well, I ordered the Cateye micro wireless earlier...

Well, I ordered the Cateye micro wireless earlier today. I'll post once I get it and use it.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-17-07, 08:11 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 937
Posted By Chiboy

I haven't bought one yet. It looks like ebay...

I haven't bought one yet. It looks like ebay prices have gone up a bit since then.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-17-07, 05:47 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,050
Posted By Chiboy

Thanks. I have no shoes. I've been riding an...

Thanks. I have no shoes. I've been riding an old mountain bike for the last 18 years and just sold that and bought the Specialized. I'm a real novice rider looking to get more into it. I guess I...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-17-07, 04:46 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,050
Posted By Chiboy

Am I going to ride in mud? This is a brand new...

Am I going to ride in mud? This is a brand new bike (to me)!!!! No mud, no clouds, no nothin'. :D

Actually, I probably won't ride in mud very much -- pretty light duty trail riding, I expect. ...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-17-07, 04:18 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,050
Posted By Chiboy

Pedal Advice

Just got my new to me Tricross Comp ('06), which came with Nashbar Look-style pedals but no cleats. Instead of buying cleats, I wonder if I should just buy new pedals with cleats and get what I...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-17-07, 04:12 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 673
Posted By Chiboy

I just found an '06 Comp with about 500 miles on...

I just found an '06 Comp with about 500 miles on it (1000 miles away) and the owner shipped it to me for $800. Got it last week and haven't really had a chance to go more than 10 miles at a time,...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-12-07, 09:27 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 753
Posted By Chiboy

Yup, got it. A friend last night shot me an...

Yup, got it. A friend last night shot me an email. I think my problem was the barrel was in upside down. Once I put the barrel in with the wide part on the top, the plastic sheath fit in. I...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-11-07, 06:26 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 753
Posted By Chiboy

Here's a few pics, if that helps.

Here's a few pics, if that helps.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-11-07, 02:59 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 753
Posted By Chiboy

Front Brake Assembly Question

I just bought an '06 Specialized Tricross Comp (yeah!!!!) from someone in Maine. He shipped it here to Chicago and I just unpacked it. I'm very psyched and the bike condition is as advertised. It...
Forum: Introductions
10-08-07, 07:18 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 253
Posted By Chiboy

Chiboy Intro

Hello, bikeforummembers! I'm Chiboy, glad to meet you. I just joined here a week or so ago, and thought I'd do a quick intro:

My second to last bike was a Panasonic ten speed when I was in high...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-08-07, 11:30 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 937
Posted By Chiboy

Thanks for the thought provoking response. I...

Thanks for the thought provoking response. I will definitely plan on either getting new pedals and/or new shoes and cleats. I guess I'll just have to figure out what I like once I get the bike.
...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-07-07, 08:01 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 937
Posted By Chiboy

Thanks for the ideas. Very helpful!

Thanks for the ideas. Very helpful!
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-05-07, 01:28 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 937
Posted By Chiboy

Newbie Questions

First off, please tell me if I should be posting this in a different forum subgroup.

I just bought a 2006 Specialized Tricross Comp from someone on CL, and should get delivery in about a week,...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-02-07, 09:38 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,097
Posted By Chiboy

What I mean by "on spec" is that I really haven't...

What I mean by "on spec" is that I really haven't been a big biker in a long time. So I'm buying a bike IN ANTICIPATION of really getting into it and wanting to go on longer rides. But also being...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-01-07, 07:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,097
Posted By Chiboy

Well, I'm sort of buying this "on spec" since I...

Well, I'm sort of buying this "on spec" since I haven't done a lot of bike riding in a while. I'd really like to do some road rides with friends who all have nice road bikes, but also be able to...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-01-07, 03:21 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,097
Posted By Chiboy

Specialized Tricross Comp - 18 speed or 30???

I've been looking for a slightly used Specialized Comp. The 06s have 9 speeds in back and two up front. The 07s have 10 and 3. The 08s have 10 and 2. Is there a consensus on 9 vs. 10 and on 3 vs....
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-26-07, 03:54 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,876
Posted By Chiboy

2003 Cannondale XR800 for $600 -- worth it?

I've been offered a 2003 Cannondale XR800 with the following upgrades:

Handlebar was upgraded to Easton EC70
Seatpost is a Cannondale Competition
The wheel were upgraded to Sun ME14A 28...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-26-07, 01:05 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 590
Posted By Chiboy

Thanks, good advice! I guess last night, after...

Thanks, good advice! I guess last night, after getting psyched about the idea of finding one of these, my individual search of major cities on CL was a bit inefficient. LOL

Still not a lot of...
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