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Forum: Road Cycling
01-15-08, 02:04 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 8,533
Posted By daroemer

So, from a racing standpoint (just getting into...

So, from a racing standpoint (just getting into road riding, racing as a cat. 4/5, and sprint triathlons -- where people ride mtb somtimes), sounds like this could be a good entry level bike. My...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-15-08, 12:56 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,881
Posted By daroemer

Good info, I think. ...

Good info, I think.

http://www.smartcycles.com/bike_weight.htm
Forum: Road Cycling
01-15-08, 12:51 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 8,533
Posted By daroemer

Bringing this thread back from the dead, if...

Bringing this thread back from the dead, if possible. Is steel still a decent choice? I am new to cycling, but want to do some local races, and have the opportunity to get a very nice steel bike...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-03-07, 11:47 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,038
Posted By daroemer

In case someone comes across this in a search and...

In case someone comes across this in a search and wants to know what works or doesn't...I actually just ran well in a messy race here this weekend with the makeshift system on there (tweaked to work...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-27-07, 09:15 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,038
Posted By daroemer

sti shifters on TREK 7.5 Hybrid (front derailleur issue) help

I am converting a Trek 7.5 Fx to run cyclocross, because I happened to have the bike available to play with and transform for nothing. I put the tires on it, and ran it a couple of races with the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-26-07, 07:33 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 526
Posted By daroemer

I posted a question, but then erased it when I...

I posted a question, but then erased it when I noticed that you could actually sell here -- in the marketplace. I need a free ad, though. I've been steered toward Craigslist. Hell, I'm just trying...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-25-07, 10:08 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 526
Posted By daroemer

Best place for bike selling/buying (used)

found what I think is the answer.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-20-07, 06:42 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 420
Posted By daroemer

Shifter compatibility questions

I'm transforming a hybrid into a cross bike, and my next step is the bars. Before I can take it to my LBS for drops, I need to get some shifters, which I simply can't afford new (wish I could). The...
Forum: Cyclocross Racing
11-16-07, 04:25 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,193
Posted By daroemer

Louisville, KY: There's a pretty well organized...

Louisville, KY: There's a pretty well organized practice out at the old RRCC (the U.S.Grand Prix course at the corner of Zorn and River Roads) on Wednesdays. Since the time change, I believe they...
Forum: Cyclocross Racing
11-16-07, 08:18 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,370
Posted By daroemer

Mud Tires - reversing direction (?)

As I got started, I had to get some cx tires put on the bike, and went to the local cross-friendly shop. They recommended Michelin Mud2's, and put them on for me. I noticed that the treads were...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-15-07, 07:56 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,145
Posted By daroemer

Sorry about that. I posted here, then realized...

Sorry about that. I posted here, then realized it was better suited for the "cyclocross racing" sub-category. This one could be moved or deleted.
Forum: Cyclocross Racing
11-15-07, 02:02 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 659
Posted By daroemer

Great advice. Thanks! 40 psi seems more...

Great advice. Thanks! 40 psi seems more reasonable with the clinchers, then. Man, I can't hardly wait a week between races. Fun!
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-15-07, 01:58 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,145
Posted By daroemer

Very helpful! Thanks. Regarding the tire...

Very helpful! Thanks. Regarding the tire conversation then, it sounds like I may want to keep the pressure low(ish) for better speed/control, but should I err on the side of slightly too much...
Forum: Cyclocross Racing
11-14-07, 09:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 659
Posted By daroemer

technique and etiquitte for a new racer

I am ready to run my 2nd race. The first race was more about getting familiar with how things will go, gauge the level of competition in the local series, make sure I don't kill myself or anyone...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-14-07, 08:54 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,145
Posted By daroemer

Race strategy and technique questions

I am ready to run my 2nd race. The first race was more about getting familiar with how things will go, gauge the level of competition in the local series, make sure I don't kill myself or anyone...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-12-07, 09:47 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 521
Posted By daroemer

I "transformed" a hybrid for CX recently, with...

I "transformed" a hybrid for CX recently, with little effort. From what I can see, you just need to put drops (with shifters) on it -- this can be expensive, so I actually just kept the straight bars...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-12-07, 09:12 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 828
Posted By daroemer

I'm just a beginner, but those brakes don't look...

I'm just a beginner, but those brakes don't look to have near enough clearance for cross, unless you plan to only run on the sunny days. 2 minutes in the mud, and those things would be completely...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-12-07, 12:06 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 716
Posted By daroemer

The cabling is already on the top of the bar, so...

The cabling is already on the top of the bar, so I'm good there. I got Michelin Mud2's, and turned down the stem and handlebars as much as possible to get lower. It is doing as well as I need for the...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-08-07, 08:33 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 716
Posted By daroemer

Thanks Duane. I'll be in Lexington in two weeks,...

Thanks Duane. I'll be in Lexington in two weeks, here at the RRCC course for the "storm the greens" (I finally got to play around out there with this bike...it worked great), and at Buckner...all...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-07-07, 08:03 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 550
Posted By daroemer

Slime - tube protectors

Anyone use the "Slime" line of tube protectors to help prevent flats? Do they work? It looks like just a hard plastic sort of tape that lines the tire outside of the tube or something.

Thoughts...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-06-07, 05:52 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 593
Posted By daroemer

Bar Ends

I am planning to ride a Trek 7.5 FX for cross for the remainder of the season, but cant really afford to put drops/shimano 105 shifters on it yet, so it's been recommended I just ride with the...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-06-07, 12:18 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,051
Posted By daroemer

For what it's worth (I am JUST starting out in cx...

For what it's worth (I am JUST starting out in cx - or cycling at all for that matter), I just read an article that said it isn't that uncommon to run a MUD2 in the front and a Jet in the back?
...
Forum: Recreational & Family
11-06-07, 12:02 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,536
Posted By daroemer

What ever happened with your bike purchase(s)? I...

What ever happened with your bike purchase(s)? I just "inherited" a 7.5 FX from a relative (ridden twice) and am planning on riding it for cyclocross. I've put Michelin Mud2 tires on it, and will...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-05-07, 04:37 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,831
Posted By daroemer

If you end up getting a cx bike, but would then...

If you end up getting a cx bike, but would then prefer straight bars, let me know, and maybe we could work out a swap of equipment. I'm in the opposite spot, with a brand new TREK 7.5 FX with...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-05-07, 04:31 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 716
Posted By daroemer

Thanks for the great advice! I went to the...

Thanks for the great advice! I went to the "cross frienly" bike shop here and your advice was seconded. I got new michelin mud tires (and kept the road ones for a duathlon someday). He said to...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-05-07, 04:08 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 17,921
Posted By daroemer

I'm in the opposite situation, and may be able to...

I'm in the opposite situation, and may be able to work with you if still a possibility. Through family, I have a TREK 7.5 FX, which is essentially a street hybrid, but want to race cross with it. I...
Forum: Introductions
11-05-07, 08:01 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 218
Posted By daroemer

New to biking

Hey,

Hello from Louisville. I'm in my upper 30's, and BRAND new to biking (but for my old college comuter hybrid I've been riding my children around the neighborhood on for the past 6 years)....
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-04-07, 10:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 716
Posted By daroemer

Help for new racer

I am brand new to ANY type of biking, but I raced my first cross race today with a freind who introduced me to the sport a week ago (we're in Louisville, and I helped him pit for Adam Myerson and...
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