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Forum: Fitting Your Bike
12-07-24, 05:01 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,328
Posted By cybirr

No, you don't respect anyone. You're a tw@twaffle...

No, you don't respect anyone. You're a tw@twaffle who thinks you can type seven words and explain the complexity of kinesthesiology, why Shimano cranks are ALWAYS too wide, and how everyone should...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
12-03-24, 08:02 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,328
Posted By cybirr

Thanks, to cyclezen and Iride01, good inputs. ...

Thanks, to cyclezen and Iride01, good inputs. Makes sense. We're looking at the heel rub on a trainer.

No thanks, to Kontact.
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
12-03-24, 07:56 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,328
Posted By cybirr

I didn't, that's why I asked. The others gave...

I didn't, that's why I asked. The others gave useful feedback. You shot your mouth off with an outlier's comment.
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
12-03-24, 12:17 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,328
Posted By cybirr

How do you know?

How do you know?
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
12-01-24, 07:53 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,328
Posted By cybirr

Question Crank arm rub and Q-factor

In the photo we can see a rub mark on the crank arm near the center. Does this suggest the Q-factor for this bike fit should be widened? The rider has no complaints about the fit otherwise. Side...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
12-29-23, 06:35 PM
Replies: 936
Views: 269,727
Posted By cybirr

Since 2021 I've had some good fun on a Shiv Tri...

Since 2021 I've had some good fun on a Shiv Tri that was optimized via a bike fitter for time trials. I enjoyed the suffering, and earned a few very modest spots on the podium. Sadly, TT in my area...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-29-23, 05:19 PM
Replies: 22,537
Views: 6,314,272
Posted By cybirr

Christmas money... ...

Christmas money...

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Butt saver.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-21-23, 07:42 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 10,027
Posted By cybirr

I like the swing feature of these Topeak mounts. ...

I like the swing feature of these Topeak mounts. Installing on a board with t-nuts makes spacing easy.
...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
12-21-23, 07:10 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,033
Posted By cybirr

I do wish the term/definition/standard Time Trial...

I do wish the term/definition/standard Time Trial bike would go the way of the UK TT scene. Meaning the always lurking UCI definition of time trial bike is displaced without contention by the rider...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-25-23, 09:39 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,165
Posted By cybirr

New favorite gadget, Garage Door Opener

Bought it the moment I saw it. QoL, improved.

Doormate by 12Speed
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-12-21, 06:12 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,328
Posted By cybirr

DTSwiss 350 stuck bushing removal

The aluminum bushing in this DTSwiss 350 hub appears to be stuck to the axle. The axle itself is rotating fine but the bushing is not hand removable. I suspect micro-grit has worked it's way in. ...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-31-21, 05:38 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,961
Posted By cybirr

Garmin tempe performance

TL;DR – Garmin tempe is good for hyper local temperature measurement and logging but has some limitations and use challenges.



After reading some mixed reviews, I wanted to test out a Garmin...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-29-21, 12:33 PM
Replies: 2,256
Views: 626,726
Posted By cybirr

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Specialized Shiv Elite (upgraded)
Forum: Road Cycling
03-21-21, 07:55 AM
Replies: 1,451
Views: 459,960
Posted By cybirr

Yes, the MTS shipping slows wayyyyy down once it...

Yes, the MTS shipping slows wayyyyy down once it reaches the US port of Los Angeles, CA. These are Light Bicycle Falcon 65s with DTSwiss 350 hubs. And I am impressed with the speed. Cross wind...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-21-21, 07:44 AM
Replies: 2,256
Views: 626,726
Posted By cybirr

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Specialized Roubaix Expert
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-12-21, 10:07 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,633
Posted By cybirr

Amateurs... both of you.

Amateurs... both of you.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-12-21, 07:27 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,633
Posted By cybirr

Bike stand for photography

I was appalled by a road.cc review of a plastic bike stand for photos costing $45...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-06-21, 09:33 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 8,782
Posted By cybirr

It's got N+3 expandability! So, how do I convince...

It's got N+3 expandability! So, how do I convince the wife of the absolute need to fill all the spaces?

...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-11-21, 09:30 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,028
Posted By cybirr

I, too, have a large cranium and wear a 7 3/4...

I, too, have a large cranium and wear a 7 3/4 hat. I am using a Giro Aether in the large size. However, I am also bald so that might be why I can get the helmet comfortably on. It is opened up all...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-11-21, 09:27 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,922
Posted By cybirr

SOLVED A friend showed me a pic. It's for...

SOLVED

A friend showed me a pic. It's for the first generation Di2 battery packs as mentioned by others. Thank you all for the info and time.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-11-21, 08:49 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,922
Posted By cybirr

Good idea, better pictures. Appreciate the...

Good idea, better pictures. Appreciate the looks. Here are two better photos. Reviewing the accompanying manual, no indication what they are for.

...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-10-21, 09:48 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,922
Posted By cybirr

No, rim brakes. These two odd features are about...

No, rim brakes. These two odd features are about a third of the way towards the bottom bracket on the underside of the left chain stay.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-10-21, 08:02 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,922
Posted By cybirr

What are these?

I noticed these two odd lugs? bolts? on the bottom of a Specialized Shiv left side chain stay. What are they for? Thank you.

...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-09-21, 07:59 AM
Replies: 188
Views: 20,136
Posted By cybirr

GCN had a similar opinion piece with short sound...

GCN had a similar opinion piece with short sound bites from a number of pros. One observation did stand out regarding disc versus rim. In the fast peloton, if everyone is using the same brake...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-31-20, 11:02 AM
Replies: 277
Views: 33,023
Posted By cybirr

I like Veloviewer's year-end detail, but posting...

I like Veloviewer's year-end detail, but posting a huge picture celebrating me seems a bit obnoxious. So plain old Strava screen grab.

...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-29-20, 08:22 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 5,985
Posted By cybirr

This a data point of one rider. May of this year...

This a data point of one rider. May of this year I started using a power meter. Here is two attempts from the same Strava segment just days apart, with and without the meter. Similar weather/winds.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-17-20, 07:46 PM
Replies: 148
Views: 19,463
Posted By cybirr

In 2007 I bought a Roubaix Expert. Have...

In 2007 I bought a Roubaix Expert. Have absolutely loved it! 13 years later I bought a 2020 Roubaix Expert (the one with the 38mm CF Roval rims). According to my friends at the IBS, Specialized...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-21-20, 07:09 AM
Replies: 257
Views: 39,222
Posted By cybirr

"Black Fury" Inside brain voice says it with...

"Black Fury"

Inside brain voice says it with forced basso profondo voce, thunder in the back ground and swelling brass instruments. Every... single... time.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-21-20, 06:59 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 16,386
Posted By cybirr

Messed up a Pinnarello... The bad decisions in...

Messed up a Pinnarello... The bad decisions in 2020 never seem to end.

I do like the wheel set though. Always been a fan of Mavic.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-10-20, 02:19 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 11,743
Posted By cybirr

I have a threshold for what I can and cannot do...

I have a threshold for what I can and cannot do as far as bike service. For that which I need expertise, my LBS gets the business. For instance I need them to replace the drive train on a TT bike...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-04-20, 07:52 AM
Replies: 113
Views: 13,585
Posted By cybirr

Has anyone mentioned ABS for road bikes? There...

Has anyone mentioned ABS for road bikes? There are prototypes out in the wild right now. I'd imagine our MTB and e-bike friends will go for them first. Then, like disc brakes, they'll migrate to...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-28-20, 03:59 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,345
Posted By cybirr

Nah, Arkansas passed their version of the law...

Nah, Arkansas passed their version of the law (Arkansas Act 650) in 2019. Making them the second state after Idaho to get smart about stop signs, lights and cyclists.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-16-20, 08:25 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,008
Posted By cybirr

It does seem to be the consistent line on...

It does seem to be the consistent line on "budget" and no-name wheels. They're cheap and never in a good way.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-09-20, 10:45 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,589
Posted By cybirr

TT bike tires, 24mm vs 26mm

I am a new TT bike rider who recently stumbled on a heck of a deal for a TT bike. I must confess my reason for owning a TT bike is just for the fun of going as fast as I can. Actually entering a Time...
Forum: Triathlon
08-09-20, 10:15 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,260
Posted By cybirr

Bad post, wrong sub-forum

Bad post, delete.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-01-20, 06:47 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 8,119
Posted By cybirr

Indeed, heal soon, ride soon! But I must...

Indeed, heal soon, ride soon!

But I must admit I'm having fun with the image of a suicide squad of trash panda terrorists out to get roadies.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-29-20, 11:59 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 9,596
Posted By cybirr

I'm getting DuraAce decals for mine.

I'm getting DuraAce decals for mine.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-28-20, 06:14 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 11,548
Posted By cybirr

Yes, 6mm and 15 Nm on the torque, not quick...

Yes, 6mm and 15 Nm on the torque, not quick release. I found out early on the torque value matters as I hand tightened it probably only to about 10-ish. A bit of a rattle and the disc brakes just...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-25-20, 11:32 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 715
Posted By cybirr

The manufacturers have gotten quite clever. There...

The manufacturers have gotten quite clever. There are many examples of what you are suggesting. Specialized Body Geometry is just one. You buy the road shoe and it comes with a neutral (completely...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-24-20, 07:43 PM
Replies: 353
Views: 50,522
Posted By cybirr

I think the big issue, the one that really...

I think the big issue, the one that really matters, is there just are not as many Strava ride challenges for Rapha as there are for LeCol.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-24-20, 07:13 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,808
Posted By cybirr

Looks like I'm right and you're wrong, you...

Looks like I'm right and you're wrong, you twatwaffle (https://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=Twatwaffle).
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-24-20, 07:07 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,187
Posted By cybirr

It's an inconvenience for sure to see Garmin...

It's an inconvenience for sure to see Garmin Connect affected (muh KOM's!!!) but the scary part is the paralysis on the aviation community. I'm a DoD civilian aviation instructor and we're already...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-19-20, 08:15 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 7,214
Posted By cybirr

It's underdeveloped feature released before it's...

It's underdeveloped feature released before it's ready (assuming Strava marketing ever knew what it was for). It's barely functional under the various smartphone OS and absent from computer/web based...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-17-20, 04:47 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,522
Posted By cybirr

Here's a link to a video I made (seriously...

Here's a link to a video I made (seriously amateur level) of a set Blackburn lights. Not particularly expensive and are decent "be seen" lights. Follow the link to YouTube.

Seriously amateur video...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-15-20, 07:08 PM
Replies: 111
Views: 14,620
Posted By cybirr

I find this claim of a lack of information......

I find this claim of a lack of information... odd. My Specialized Roubaix came with adequate information on torque values (probably most important), installation of Specialized components and...
Forum: Pills and Ills
07-15-20, 06:37 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 8,317
Posted By cybirr

Went through this myself. Absolutely awful this...

Went through this myself. Absolutely awful this adhesive capsulitis. Injections helped, time was the only cure though.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-12-20, 03:18 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,138
Posted By cybirr

Roundabouts? You mean Obama Circles used by...

Roundabouts? You mean Obama Circles used by satellites to find and target all the real Americans (tm)? Actual belief by a colleague.

I get your frustration, especially the folks who yield in the...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-06-20, 12:49 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 49,328
Posted By cybirr

I really liked the performance and cornering but...

I really liked the performance and cornering but after three days and three flats I took the GP5000 clinchers off. Not sure if there'd be much of a demand for some used GP5000s (400 miles) on eBay.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-05-20, 02:58 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,958
Posted By cybirr

I'd really like to try Blackbibs but they seem...

I'd really like to try Blackbibs but they seem perpetually out of stock. Trying some Castelli Endurance 2, jury is still out but leaning towards acceptable.

Jersey, who cares the brand. As long...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-05-20, 02:55 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 10,118
Posted By cybirr

Hit a curb in a pace line, went flying (2018). ...

Hit a curb in a pace line, went flying (2018). Broke my left hand and it is now marginally but permanently limited in motion and grip. Middle and ring fingers have loss of motion. I can fully...
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