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Forum: Road Cycling
03-18-12, 06:54 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 783
Posted By Vallun

Spend my money!

I've been riding a Trek 1500 triple for the past 3 seasons. After a 50ish pound weight loss, I'm ready to treat myself to a new ride, something that doesn't weigh as much as a small car.

I'd like...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-05-11, 05:56 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,776
Posted By Vallun

Looking at the old wheel, I can see that the...

Looking at the old wheel, I can see that the brake pad was only contacting the upper 30% of the rim surface, showing me that the adjustment was out of whack from the get-go. For some reason, I just...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-04-11, 09:19 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,776
Posted By Vallun

217444 The brake is at the far end of the...

217444

The brake is at the far end of the arm adjustment slot, and yes, the wheel is seated correctly in the dropouts. I did some surgery with a dremel, and gave it another 1.5-2mm of travel, but...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-02-11, 04:15 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,776
Posted By Vallun

Rear brake pad rubbing tire

Cleaning up the bike last night, and I noticed that my right rear brake pad is contacting the tire ever so slightly (on braking). I need maybe 0.5mm of additional clearance, and I'd be happy. I can...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-21-11, 04:56 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,676
Posted By Vallun

Shrug.. I have one and use it. Works great to...

Shrug.. I have one and use it. Works great to hold an iPad to knock out a movie or two. If I'm stuck inside to ride, might as well try to enjoy it.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-17-11, 05:55 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 862
Posted By Vallun

I just popped off a 700x25 tire off another...

I just popped off a 700x25 tire off another wheel, and it popped right onto the new wheelset like it had been there its whole life. Of course, it has several hundred miles on it. Do these things...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-17-11, 05:13 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 862
Posted By Vallun

Exactly what I was thinking, and why I'm so...

Exactly what I was thinking, and why I'm so pissed off right now.

Do different makes or brands mount easier than others? I can't remember any noticeable difference in mountain tires, everything...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-17-11, 04:45 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 862
Posted By Vallun

Can't mount the tire with or without a tube. Very...

Can't mount the tire with or without a tube. Very odd.

Its a Bontrager 700x23 tire on a DT 465 rim, Velox rim tape.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-17-11, 04:17 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 862
Posted By Vallun

Brand new tire and brand new rim.

Brand new tire and brand new rim.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-17-11, 04:08 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 862
Posted By Vallun

Apparently, can't install a tire.

Like the title says.

I've changed hundreds of mountain bike tires, and only a handful of road tires (I'm still new to this skinny-tire thing.) And apparently, I've hit a wall. I can't, for the...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-11-11, 08:19 AM
Replies: 112
Views: 7,443
Posted By Vallun

Case by case (or part by part?) basis here. My...

Case by case (or part by part?) basis here. My LBS is great with the walk-in "I broke this, can you fix it real fast?" stuff, and they charge fairly for it. Tires, tubes, bags, blinkies, and other...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-11-11, 06:39 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,315
Posted By Vallun

They're probably Euro-sized gloves. My fat...

They're probably Euro-sized gloves. My fat American sausage fingers would take an XXXL.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-11-11, 06:37 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,764
Posted By Vallun

Ask the salesman if upgrading the wheels comes...

Ask the salesman if upgrading the wheels comes with a free jar of Vaseline.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-07-11, 07:14 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 4,808
Posted By Vallun

Lol.. this is the only part of my yard thats...

Lol.. this is the only part of my yard thats actually "lawn", the rest is woods. Total distance was only .94mi.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-07-11, 11:05 AM
Replies: 95
Views: 4,808
Posted By Vallun

The upper end of the yard required double-passes;...

The upper end of the yard required double-passes; the grass was wet.

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Forum: Road Cycling
08-07-11, 08:45 AM
Replies: 95
Views: 4,808
Posted By Vallun

I put my 500 on the lawnmower the other day, just...

I put my 500 on the lawnmower the other day, just to see how accurate it was. The map was pretty funny, looked like one of those time-lapse Roomba photos.

1.3mph Average speed though, I need to...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-31-11, 07:09 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 3,832
Posted By Vallun

Shame the thread was locked.. I wanted to chat...

Shame the thread was locked.. I wanted to chat with the redneck proclaiming that "Might Makes Right", and that a truck has rights over a cyclist because of size..

I drive an 80,000lb gvw coal...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-31-11, 06:46 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,599
Posted By Vallun

So do any safety glasses marked with the ANSI...

So do any safety glasses marked with the ANSI Z87+ Impact standard, and Military Standard MIL-PRF-31013 clause 3.5.1.1 for HV Impact. Oakley hasn't cornered the market on that; only in making it cost...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-30-11, 01:00 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,793
Posted By Vallun

Bingo.

Bingo.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-25-11, 09:06 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,325
Posted By Vallun

I'm after something either lighter, or comparable...

I'm after something either lighter, or comparable to, the stock 1855g Bontragers I have, with more reliable hubs. I'm seeing the DT-RR465's are 1886g, and the RR585's are 2116g, on ultegra hubs. I'm...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-25-11, 09:41 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,325
Posted By Vallun

What about factory Shimano wheels, notably the...

What about factory Shimano wheels, notably the Ultegra 6700 ($400), and the RS80 ($550ish)?
Forum: Road Cycling
07-24-11, 12:02 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,325
Posted By Vallun

Wow, a 32-spoke wheel? I know 170lbs is "heavy"...

Wow, a 32-spoke wheel? I know 170lbs is "heavy" in some circles, but is it THAT bad? Wouldn't a "solid 32 spoke build" be heavier than what I'm running now? The selects on my bike are 1855g.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-24-11, 11:37 AM
Replies: 3,933
Views: 291,969
Posted By Vallun

Yesterday's out-and-back over the highest point...

Yesterday's out-and-back over the highest point in PA.

http://connect.garmin.com/activity/101210589
Forum: Road Cycling
07-24-11, 08:47 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,325
Posted By Vallun

Ideally, I'd like to spend around $500. Just...

Ideally, I'd like to spend around $500. Just trying to extend the life of this 105/ultegra bike for a few more years before its time for a new bike altogether.

I see these online, in that price...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-21-11, 08:44 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,325
Posted By Vallun

Thanks for the replies. I'm 168lbs right...

Thanks for the replies.

I'm 168lbs right now, and the roads I ride on are typical West Virginia... stuff. All hills and "rolling hills", very few fast flats where I am. And some of the backroads...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-21-11, 05:27 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,325
Posted By Vallun

Time for wheel upgrade..?

I'm riding a Trek 1500, 4 years on original components (minus tires). Wheels are stock Bontrager Selects with the wonky double-spoke pattern. In the last 500mi, I've had to readjust a wobbly front...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-21-11, 05:14 AM
Replies: 139
Views: 18,873
Posted By Vallun

211458 Trek 1500, 2007 era.

211458
Trek 1500, 2007 era.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-05-11, 05:27 AM
Replies: 2,076
Views: 198,640
Posted By Vallun

- I got my first road bike only three years ago. ...

- I got my first road bike only three years ago.
- I've ridden more in the last 13 weeks than I did in the first 2 years I owned said road bike.
- I've lost 36lbs and 8.4% body fat in the last 13...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-18-08, 04:55 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 406
Posted By Vallun

Knicker vs. Shorts sizing (Pearl)

Long time lurker, first time poster.

Anyone know if most knickers size accordingly to the same model of shorts? (ie, Pearl Attack Knicks and Attack Shorts)? Reason I'm asking, Specialized...
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