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Forum: Road Cycling
08-31-12, 08:33 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,389
Posted By dimachka

just HTFU, your bike will be fine.

just HTFU, your bike will be fine.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-22-12, 12:21 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,850
Posted By dimachka

Me? I would do nothing. Others? They would buy...

Me? I would do nothing. Others? They would buy it and then be upset when the LBS cancels the obviously erroneous order. They have no obligation to honor mistakes in their computer system.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-20-12, 01:05 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,275
Posted By dimachka

Even if the shop did it for them, I would think...

Even if the shop did it for them, I would think the shop would give the buyer the original parts as well, unless it was some kind of special trade in deal. Either way, I think it makes sense to ask....
Forum: Road Cycling
08-20-12, 12:58 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,275
Posted By dimachka

If they paid to convert it after they bought it,...

If they paid to convert it after they bought it, shouldn't they still have the original parts, yielding a cost of $0?
Forum: Road Cycling
08-20-12, 12:15 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,231
Posted By dimachka

Just cause I couldn't stop myself from looking...

Just cause I couldn't stop myself from looking once I pulled up the page, here are SIX more choices all posted within the last day, most of which will likely be exactly what you need:
...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-20-12, 11:53 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,231
Posted By dimachka

So its just a coincidence that one of the very...

So its just a coincidence that one of the very first bikes on our local craigslist is exactly what you say you need right?

http://boston.craigslist.org/gbs/bik/3204664256.html

Not to mention...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-20-12, 09:55 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,231
Posted By dimachka

This set of facts does not add up. For the price...

This set of facts does not add up. For the price range you are looking at, you have been given the right advice. If you know some things about keeping a bike running and what a good condition bike...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-20-12, 09:50 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,020
Posted By dimachka

At that price range, your only option for a new...

At that price range, your only option for a new road bike that is worth owning will be on bikesdirect. Something like these:

http://www.bikesdirect.com/products/mercier/galaxy_al_xi_sc3.htm...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-20-12, 09:42 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 455
Posted By dimachka

Not sure where you are looking, but I'm seeing...

Not sure where you are looking, but I'm seeing exactly what the OP said by following your link, both cranksets seem to come in 165/167.5/170/172.5/177.5/180mm. Strange...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-20-12, 08:15 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,372
Posted By dimachka

Back up a step here. Why are you looking for...

Back up a step here. Why are you looking for Bontrager shoes in the first place? That is going to be a very hard size to find in stock anywhere, especially in a brand like Bontrager that most...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-17-12, 04:21 PM
Replies: 157
Views: 10,556
Posted By dimachka

Surely this is a joke?

Surely this is a joke?
Forum: Road Cycling
08-17-12, 11:17 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 832
Posted By dimachka

Garmin Edge 500, anything less and you may as...

Garmin Edge 500, anything less and you may as well use a smart phone. 800 if you need turn by turn, but thats not within your budget.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-17-12, 08:09 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 700
Posted By dimachka

This was funny the first time. Now its just...

This was funny the first time. Now its just lame, go ride your bike.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-17-12, 07:48 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,315
Posted By dimachka

Now you got me confused. That looks like 1.5' of...

Now you got me confused. That looks like 1.5' of gutter and no dedicated bike lane? That gutter with a 3.5' bike lane would seem perfect to me. Are you describing that flat area as the bike lane...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-17-12, 07:41 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,315
Posted By dimachka

3.5' of dedicated bike lane and a 1.5' gutter for...

3.5' of dedicated bike lane and a 1.5' gutter for bail out? Sounds like plenty of space to me, more than I get in most places. Not sure what the complaint is personally.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-16-12, 02:21 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,472
Posted By dimachka

After 7 rides, its way too early for you to worry...

After 7 rides, its way too early for you to worry about things like overtraining and such. For now you should think about nothing except riding however you want. Once you get in 1-2k miles, then...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-08-12, 01:47 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,826
Posted By dimachka

Ah, I understand now. My criticism is withdrawn....

Ah, I understand now. My criticism is withdrawn. I guess the OP has a good reason to follow another of The Rules now. I personally am going to continue using a saddle bag while it works for me.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-08-12, 01:39 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 4,871
Posted By dimachka

I feel ashamed to share this Earth with a piece...

I feel ashamed to share this Earth with a piece of garbage like that. We can only hope karma catches up with her sooner than later.

Edit: I should add that I don't feel much more kind towards...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-08-12, 01:20 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,826
Posted By dimachka

I'm confused. How is it possible that the velcro...

I'm confused. How is it possible that the velcro from a saddle bag touched anywhere on your body, yet alone enough to rub a hole in your bibs? I tend to sit above my seat, not underneath it...
Forum: Commuting
08-08-12, 12:10 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 699
Posted By dimachka

Thats a damn good deal if its really $20. Find...

Thats a damn good deal if its really $20. Find me one like that in Boston and I'll be right there.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-08-12, 08:32 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,198
Posted By dimachka

Due to historical weirdness, there is always a...

Due to historical weirdness, there is always a police officer at construction sites here in Boston. I can't count the number of times I've ridden through a closed off lane with a cop standing inside...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-07-12, 03:00 PM
Replies: 161
Views: 10,982
Posted By dimachka

Aww man, should've gone with the red bar tape. ...

Aww man, should've gone with the red bar tape. Definitely would've hit 20 mph average then! What were you thinking...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-07-12, 01:01 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,093
Posted By dimachka

The biggest factor in categorizing a climb is the...

The biggest factor in categorizing a climb is the total elevation climbed. It doesn't matter how steep a hill is, if its well under a mile you just can't rack up much elevation at all.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-06-12, 10:14 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,128
Posted By dimachka

That's pretty neat. I like it!

That's pretty neat. I like it!
Forum: Road Cycling
08-06-12, 10:07 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,038
Posted By dimachka

There is no padding... that is what all-carbon...

There is no padding... that is what all-carbon means. I have yet to see padding made out of carbon fiber.

For the OP, like everyone else said, you need to get clipless pedals first. Nothing else...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-02-12, 10:44 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 7,454
Posted By dimachka

All of that is available in Strava. Try looking...

All of that is available in Strava. Try looking a little harder.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-01-12, 01:26 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,901
Posted By dimachka

There's your answer right there. Mashing at her...

There's your answer right there. Mashing at her pedals is bound to cause back pain. Get her a cadence computer and convince her to stay above 90, likely the problem will be solved.
Forum: Commuting
08-01-12, 11:37 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,072
Posted By dimachka

Bike lanes are to keep cars out, not to keep...

Bike lanes are to keep cars out, not to keep bikes in. Ride in the striped area if you think its safer. That looks like an extremely bike friendly road to me.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-30-12, 02:17 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,329
Posted By dimachka

Gloves. Specialized makes a nice pair with...

Gloves. Specialized makes a nice pair with padding at the bottom middle of the palm where a lot of this numbness comes from.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-25-12, 01:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 13,136
Posted By dimachka

This plus a metal chain as long as you need: ...

This plus a metal chain as long as you need:

http://www.dutchbikebits.com/index.php?route=product/product&path=35&product_id=49...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-23-12, 10:44 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 4,409
Posted By dimachka

If this is true, I would highly recommend...

If this is true, I would highly recommend bikesdirect.com for your case. The assembly required is minimal and you'll get the most road bike for your money by far.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-20-12, 12:17 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,964
Posted By dimachka

I'm not sure about how this situation started......

I'm not sure about how this situation started... I probably would not have gone to the women's window as that is just an exercise in futility. However, once you are being physically assaulted, the...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-20-12, 12:04 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,656
Posted By dimachka

Don't worry, there is nothing funny or wrong...

Don't worry, there is nothing funny or wrong about your posts. Whoosh has taken a few too many blows to the head and has been left confused.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-20-12, 11:47 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 981
Posted By dimachka

Does it hurt if you ride the bike and/or trainer...

Does it hurt if you ride the bike and/or trainer and just use the other (good) arm? If it doesn't hurt much, I would do it, but I'm no doctor.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-19-12, 11:54 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,656
Posted By dimachka

Wind and hills are both going to make it...

Wind and hills are both going to make it significantly harder to ride. 5% for 750 meters is no small hill for a beginning cyclist, though I can guarantee that if you include that hill in your...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-18-12, 03:42 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,783
Posted By dimachka

Wait, your signature is for real? I just thought...

Wait, your signature is for real? I just thought it was a terrible attempt at a joke. "We also have the web's largest online store." Bahahaha, well played sir.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-18-12, 03:08 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,783
Posted By dimachka

I liked the name so much I picked up a tube on...

I liked the name so much I picked up a tube on Amazon a few weeks ago. I must say, the stuff is legit. It feels like you are riding on a puffy cloud of happiness. My boys and their surroundings...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-18-12, 03:05 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,824
Posted By dimachka

Because they are hardcore dude, obviously! Me? ...

Because they are hardcore dude, obviously! Me? I personally stick to Milky Way bars and Mountain Dew while I ride.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-15-12, 02:33 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 836
Posted By dimachka

If you want a cheaper option, I think you can...

If you want a cheaper option, I think you can still find the Michelin Krylion Carbons online for ~30 each. They have low rolling resistance and good flat protection, I'm enjoying my pair right now.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-13-12, 01:35 PM
Replies: 567
Views: 24,429
Posted By dimachka

I guess this is not a popular opinion... I tried...

I guess this is not a popular opinion... I tried one of the helmet mounted mirrors and hated it. It took much more effort/time to ascertain what was going on with the mirror than normal for me by...
Forum: Commuting
07-13-12, 11:14 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,716
Posted By dimachka

I'm having very similar issues with my Strava for...

I'm having very similar issues with my Strava for Android app. It is very frustrating to get to the end of a ride and realize it has not recorded more than the first few miles. I am actually...
Forum: Vehicular Cycling (VC)
07-12-12, 09:34 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,937
Posted By dimachka

Strange that by far the worst offender in my area...

Strange that by far the worst offender in my area is not even represented in the polls. I live in Boston, the mbta bus drivers are by far the worst drivers I have ever experienced. They...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-12-12, 08:58 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,930
Posted By dimachka

I think its something like 1mph per $1000 so you...

I think its something like 1mph per $1000 so you should definitely be averaging about 20mph with the new bike. Awesome!
Forum: Commuting
07-11-12, 03:07 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,778
Posted By dimachka

Not sure if this would help at all, but maybe you...

Not sure if this would help at all, but maybe you could just spray paint your bike hot pink or something if you don't care what it looks like. I doubt most bike thieves know enough about bikes to...
Forum: Commuting
07-11-12, 03:03 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 4,852
Posted By dimachka

Why not just speed up and leave them behind if...

Why not just speed up and leave them behind if you don't think its right for you to have to slowdown for people that don't like you drafting them? That's always what I end up doing when someone...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-11-12, 01:16 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 925
Posted By dimachka

This. I view this the same as the trouble...

This. I view this the same as the trouble independent book shops are facing these days. The smart ones have taken to posting all of their items on ebay/amazon to reach a wide audience and are now...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-10-12, 09:51 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,994
Posted By dimachka

I use a sigma 1009, their basic model without...

I use a sigma 1009, their basic model without cadence. It was very cheap ($21) and I love it so far. Has been perfect over the 900 miles I've had it. I do wish I went with the cadence model though...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-05-12, 01:37 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,042
Posted By dimachka

http://www.amazon.com/Shimano-SPD-SL-Road-Pedals-B...

http://www.amazon.com/Shimano-SPD-SL-Road-Pedals-Black/dp/B000P9TOHQ/ref=sr_1_9?ie=UTF8&qid=1341516972&sr=8-9&keywords=shimano+pedal

These are less than 20 dollars more, and are proper road bike...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-03-12, 08:00 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 3,934
Posted By dimachka

I don't have a solution for you but that attitude...

I don't have a solution for you but that attitude from your LBS is completely asinine. I'm sorry you are dealing with that. I would urge you to make the 30 mile drive and try out as many bikes as...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-02-12, 02:44 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 3,934
Posted By dimachka

I assume the education comments were about your...

I assume the education comments were about your clear lack of understanding English grammar. It is generally standard practice on this forum to write in clear understandable English if you would...
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