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Forum: Road Cycling
10-18-10, 07:54 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 12,108
Posted By Peterson

Ordered from them and was at the shop last month....

Ordered from them and was at the shop last month. Would do so again without reservations.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-19-10, 10:21 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 894
Posted By Peterson

Pretty perceptive young lady! Summer is just...

Pretty perceptive young lady! Summer is just beginning :-D
Forum: Road Cycling
09-19-10, 06:43 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 894
Posted By Peterson

summer colors in Colorado

Some pics from squaw pass in Colorado today.

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Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-10, 10:22 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,077
Posted By Peterson

I think Bike source and Bicycle village in Denver...

I think Bike source and Bicycle village in Denver also rent road bikes. They each have multiple locations.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-18-10, 09:27 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 661
Posted By Peterson

Jdon, The weather looks good at the end of...

Jdon,

The weather looks good at the end of the week!

Golden gate to wondervu is a great ride - easy route, out and back or loop

I'm not a big fan of left hand though rode it last weekend -...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-25-10, 11:36 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,751
Posted By Peterson

I agree with oujeep1, the leg grippers run a...

I agree with oujeep1, the leg grippers run a little loose. Overall quality seems good. The chamois is decent but it gives me a ridiculous wedgie - I'm staying away from ASSos.

Definitely not...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-06-10, 09:20 AM
Replies: 211
Views: 10,603
Posted By Peterson

Easton's ea90 slx are under 1400g and you get...

Easton's ea90 slx are under 1400g and you get ceramic cartridge bearings ~$700

I looked at the those 7850 and was about to purchase but I'm a little leery of the cone and loose bearings for...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-05-10, 12:05 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 2,918
Posted By Peterson

Alcohol doesn't cause cancer? ...

Alcohol doesn't cause cancer?

www.cancer.org/downloads/PRO/alcohol.pdf
Forum: Road Cycling
02-05-10, 12:01 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,028
Posted By Peterson

OP we're probably similar in build, I'm 5'8 with...

OP we're probably similar in build, I'm 5'8 with a 30'' inseam. On my R3, the 54 could work, but I love the fit of the 51. I also run a 90mm stem. I like the shorter TT and HT. I think Sastre is...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-02-10, 08:11 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 546
Posted By Peterson

I'm sorry for the bad experience. I have ordered...

I'm sorry for the bad experience. I have ordered from them and I didn't have any issue. They should have called you about the backorder.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-02-10, 08:09 PM
Replies: 152
Views: 8,275
Posted By Peterson

What's that someone said, it's not about the...

What's that someone said, it's not about the bike?

I'd rather have more power than a "better" bike. What would have occurred if you two switched bikes.

If you really want to climb better -...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-02-10, 07:50 PM
Replies: 152
Views: 8,275
Posted By Peterson

I love climbing. It's definitely helps to...

I love climbing.

It's definitely helps to have a positive attitude towards climbing, the right gearing, light equipment, and, of course, practice but nothing helps more than power to weight ratio....
Forum: Road Cycling
01-25-10, 10:05 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,369
Posted By Peterson

The Gutr works well, not perfect, but it keeps...

The Gutr works well, not perfect, but it keeps the majority of sweat from my eyes during a humid summer day. Especially wearing glasses, it's nice to divert the perspiration. It fits fine on my Giro...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-23-10, 10:38 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 572
Posted By Peterson

Hot potato, where are you from? Bike rentals...

Hot potato, where are you from?

Bike rentals - look into bicyclevillage.com/ and www.bikesourcedenver.com/bike.shtml, 2 of the larger ~chain stores

If you're gravity challenged and unacclimated...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-14-10, 09:55 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,269
Posted By Peterson

Doug, Don't worry, there are a number that...

Doug,

Don't worry, there are a number that are sold in Denver's CL. A number of people sign-up and decide not to do it. You may not be able to get a jersey (they usually don't look good anyway). A...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-13-10, 08:57 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 729
Posted By Peterson

What kind of suv? If you have the factory cross...

What kind of suv? If you have the factory cross rails, rockymounts has a tray that will clamp onto the rails. Yakima then followed as well as now Thule has a system.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-13-10, 08:19 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,269
Posted By Peterson

Before moving to Colorado, I thought the Triple...

Before moving to Colorado, I thought the Triple was the ride. After living here, I think it's mostly for recreational/occasional riders. You can do the climbs anytime on your own.

Don't worry...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-12-10, 03:33 PM
Replies: 111
Views: 7,644
Posted By Peterson

Rotti, you're right - big difference with a bench...

Rotti, you're right - big difference with a bench compression shirt. Also there's a big difference with a competition full pause and people just trying to max-out their bench at a gym. Always funny...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-11-10, 12:37 PM
Replies: 111
Views: 7,644
Posted By Peterson

At my peak, 6 sets of 6 at 275lbs weighing 160. ...

At my peak, 6 sets of 6 at 275lbs weighing 160.

As a competition lift with a full pause, 305 at 150.

Strength is all genetic, I was strong enough to compete at a high level but I could never...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-31-09, 11:17 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 3,573
Posted By Peterson

Red has great upshifting and it is light, but it...

Red has great upshifting and it is light, but it doesn't make me any faster than my 7800. If you can afford it great, otherwise, I wouldn't worry too much about it.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-31-09, 11:01 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 3,573
Posted By Peterson

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Forum: Road Cycling
12-31-09, 10:51 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 3,573
Posted By Peterson

There will be a time when you're not a poor...

There will be a time when you're not a poor college kid and can afford what you want. Unfortunately, at that time, you will probably wish to be a poor college kid again.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
12-28-09, 09:59 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 356
Posted By Peterson

Living in Summit Co as ZeCanon said, riding in...

Living in Summit Co as ZeCanon said, riding in the winter will be tough. In the high plains - Denver, I'm able to ride throughout the winter. There hasn't been a week where I haven't been on the...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-28-09, 09:44 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,040
Posted By Peterson

Not that it makes that much of a difference but...

Not that it makes that much of a difference but isn't the R-sys one of the worst aero wheels almost 20W more resistance than 808 at 30mph.

I can't understand why Mavic's are so popular. Easton are...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-15-09, 08:16 PM
Replies: 137
Views: 5,450
Posted By Peterson

Wow! The bike forum is a wonderful place. ...

Wow! The bike forum is a wonderful place.

No ego, no jealousy, forever patient, sympathetic, and a friendly wave hello to every passerby.

It's nice to give the OP a little consideration. He...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-08-09, 08:44 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,051
Posted By Peterson

The T2 is a great hitch rack. I've had mine for a...

The T2 is a great hitch rack. I've had mine for a number of years. It can be extended to hold 4 bikes but only with the 2 in receiver. For whatever car you purchase, stay with the 2 in receiver, it's...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-05-09, 02:16 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,043
Posted By Peterson

khatfull, I may be moving to your neighborhood...

khatfull, I may be moving to your neighborhood soon, though I was just riding with temps below 20 F earlier in the week in CO.

Craft makes a balaclava with a cutout for the nose and perforations...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-04-09, 12:31 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 726
Posted By Peterson

??? :rolleyes: Thanks aeidart!

??? :rolleyes:

Thanks aeidart!
Forum: Road Cycling
12-03-09, 07:18 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 726
Posted By Peterson

Well 18 degrees F today in Denver. Not too bad on...

Well 18 degrees F today in Denver. Not too bad on my flat spin, though I would have hated to climb today.

Looks like the Nacho is trying to keep tourism down in San Diego!
Forum: Road Cycling
12-03-09, 11:24 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 726
Posted By Peterson

Winter training - warm spots?

I'm thinking about visiting some warmer areas for winter riding.

For those of you who live closer to the equator - SoCal, Texas, Arizona,... ect, where are some warm areas with good climbing? Is...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-02-09, 07:39 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,607
Posted By Peterson

Why all the concern with chain or chain oil...

Why all the concern with chain or chain oil turning black? As long as the chain is moving freely, I don't care that much. Automotive oil turns black pretty quickly but that isn't an indication of...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-01-09, 10:34 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 7,472
Posted By Peterson

Both bikes seem great, but which one fits you...

Both bikes seem great, but which one fits you better? It was mentioned that the R3 SL is a few years old but I wonder if the SL2 or SL3 is "better". I have an R3 sl because of the bikes I liked, the...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-01-09, 07:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,224
Posted By Peterson

Some shops offer demo models that you can try....

Some shops offer demo models that you can try. Going by someone's recommendation is tough because it's purely personal preference and individual anatomy.

I have both the Arione wingflex and the...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-24-09, 06:39 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 5,378
Posted By Peterson

All this writing and no numbers how about this: ...

All this writing and no numbers how about this:

On www.rouesartisanales.com wheel test at 30 mph the difference between the best wheel and the worst was less than 20 watts. I mostly climb so much...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-24-09, 10:07 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 5,378
Posted By Peterson

The difference between my powertap, open pro 32...

The difference between my powertap, open pro 32 spoke wheel and my regular easton 28 spoke rear wheel is a little over 200g. With my 14.9 lb bike, on steep climbs >10 percent, I can easily feel the...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-16-09, 10:12 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,324
Posted By Peterson

Nice bike! For the integrated RD hanger, I...

Nice bike!

For the integrated RD hanger, I think you can find a break-away screw for RD.
Forum: Mountain - Plains
10-25-09, 10:15 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,113
Posted By Peterson

I lived just a few blocks south of The Breakers....

I lived just a few blocks south of The Breakers. I've known a couple of residents there and it seems like a younger crowd, 20-30's. The community also has many events. The people, I knew, who have...
Forum: Great Lakes
10-23-09, 12:13 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 660
Posted By Peterson

Minneapolis cyclists

Anyone in the TC area?

I'm contemplating a move and wondering where are some good rides/groups.

Is it possible to ride any outside during the winter (maybe that's a crazy question)?

I will...
Forum: Mountain - Plains
10-19-09, 07:28 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,113
Posted By Peterson

Why the draw to Westminster/Broomfield/Arvada? ...

Why the draw to Westminster/Broomfield/Arvada?

It sounds like your lady is going to work around Children's.

Although, Aurora has the lowest tax in Denver and can be considered a little less...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-11-09, 10:25 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 3,621
Posted By Peterson

Rode today in Denver, 30 F Almost too warm....

Rode today in Denver, 30 F

Almost too warm. Used toe covers and toe warmers - my feet were sweating. For me the toe covers work just as well or better than shoe covers unless it rains.

Upper -...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-07-09, 08:55 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 10,010
Posted By Peterson

Haven't noticed a difference and those around...

Haven't noticed a difference and those around Colorado will routinely climb above 10-14K starting at 5K+. I normally run about 120psi and sometimes higher depending on the tire. Another factor is the...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
09-30-09, 02:30 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,840
Posted By Peterson

Thanks for all of the suggestions. The photos...

Thanks for all of the suggestions. The photos look great!!!

Hopefully, I'll be making a move to the area soon.


Is anyone familiar with popular, weekly group rides around Seattle/Tacoma?
...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
09-24-09, 05:34 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,840
Posted By Peterson

Thanks Bikeologist and SeattleShaun. The...

Thanks Bikeologist and SeattleShaun.

The snoqualmie backroad looks like a good road. Hopefully, will see you guys around sometime.
Forum: Pacific Northwest
09-24-09, 08:58 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,840
Posted By Peterson

Contemplating a move. It looks like some of...

Contemplating a move.

It looks like some of the routes are state hwys - are these commonly ridden? I'm a little weary of too much traffic. Even some of the local parks - rocky mtn can be a little...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
09-23-09, 10:03 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,840
Posted By Peterson

seattle/tacoma long climbs

Is anyone familiar with the Seattle and Tacoma area, where are some good long road climbs?

I'm looking for a few thousand feet of climbing over 10-20 miles.

The Boulder and Denver areas have a...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-13-09, 07:31 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,016
Posted By Peterson

Blackburn's airstick SL is pretty slick -...

Blackburn's airstick SL is pretty slick - handsome/compact, though I returned it one day after buying. After a bit of effort and a number of pumps, my tire was only at 40 psi - back it went.

I...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-12-09, 08:39 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 10,847
Posted By Peterson

The orbea arin is a great aluminum frame. I think...

The orbea arin is a great aluminum frame. I think they discontinued it last year so you might be able to still find one. I think it was 950 or 1000 grams.

I have an easton scandium frame one of...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-12-09, 08:32 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,668
Posted By Peterson

Admittedly, I'm not a big Cervelo fan - more than...

Admittedly, I'm not a big Cervelo fan - more than other high end bikes they seem to have a large "poser" contingent, but bottom-line they are light and they perform. What else do you need? I guess...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-08-09, 08:47 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,535
Posted By Peterson

I was there yesterday and the ranger station at...

I was there yesterday and the ranger station at Echo said that the road would be closing though it was okay for bikes to continue riding through.

OP - I think I saw you on your decent with a few...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-08-09, 06:09 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 1,952
Posted By Peterson

Badhat isn't that about 7000ft of climbing over...

Badhat isn't that about 7000ft of climbing over 28 miles starting at just below 7000ft and finishing at over 14000 ft?

That works out to about 2900ft/hr or 4350ft over 90 minutes

and you're...
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