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Forum: Cyclocross Racing
01-03-13, 03:17 PM
Replies: 607
Views: 172,736
Posted By Abu Jack

Florida Cross

Actually had to break out some cold weather gear here in Florida. This race was in Ocala last weekend. 3 races left in the season.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-21-12, 12:56 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,652
Posted By Abu Jack

I looked at Lynskey ended up getting a Motobecane...

I looked at Lynskey ended up getting a Motobecane Phantom Team Ti. I'm very happy with it. I have raced it all season and had no problems. Handles great and is responsive. I did upgrade the wheels to...
Forum: Cyclocross Racing
12-13-12, 06:29 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,040
Posted By Abu Jack

Had another fun weekend. Crashed a few times but...

Had another fun weekend. Crashed a few times but still finished in the top 10 in my Cat 4 race on the first day. I went for the hole shot and wow what a difference. I wouldv'e had a top 5 but chose a...
Forum: Cyclocross Racing
12-07-12, 02:33 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,040
Posted By Abu Jack

Thanks for the replies! Thanks for the...

Thanks for the replies!



Thanks for the kudos. I hadn't thought much about it. Traveling to races, it just kinda made sense to do two races to get better at them. I started road riding about 3...
Forum: Cyclocross Racing
12-07-12, 08:40 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,040
Posted By Abu Jack

Recovery between races and training/riding during the week

This is my second season of racing cross lastr I did 3 races. This year I'm trying to do as many races as possible.

The way our series is set up 45+ is in the first wave and then Cat 4s are in the...
Forum: Cyclocross Racing
10-13-12, 03:36 PM
Replies: 607
Views: 172,736
Posted By Abu Jack

Lakeland Fl CX Short Track Throwdown. I finished...

Lakeland Fl CX Short Track Throwdown. I finished 7th in the Cat 4s. Had some mud which is unusual in Florida. Great race. I made it through the mud the first couple laps then I biffed it and ran...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-04-12, 12:46 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 15,109
Posted By Abu Jack

Yeah, I've raced mine. It's a 58. Last year was...

Yeah, I've raced mine. It's a 58. Last year was my first year racing cross. I did 3 races. Not having anything to compare it to I really like the bike. I'm a roadie so my off road skill aren't all...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-25-12, 11:15 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,848
Posted By Abu Jack

I have one. I'm very happy with it. Last year was...

I have one. I'm very happy with it. Last year was my first cross season. I did 3 races and hope to do more this year. I'm very happy with the bike. I'm switching to tubular this year as well as...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-10-12, 03:00 AM
Replies: 187
Views: 10,525
Posted By Abu Jack

I would say add some mechanical task(s). Build...

I would say add some mechanical task(s). Build your own bike from the frame up. Adjust your own deraileurs, change out a bottom bracket,true your own wheels and glue up a set of tubulars. IMHO you...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-09-12, 07:39 PM
Replies: 304
Views: 21,253
Posted By Abu Jack

I don't hold it against him either, I'll wait a...

I don't hold it against him either, I'll wait a while longer than go somewhere else. I'm glad he has more business than he can handle.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-09-12, 11:58 AM
Replies: 304
Views: 21,253
Posted By Abu Jack

Thanks for the feedback. 1. I didn't open a...

Thanks for the feedback.
1. I didn't open a thread to trash anyone. I just asked what was a reasonable time to expect an answer and what others who have gotten wheels from him experienced.
2.
This...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-09-12, 08:14 AM
Replies: 304
Views: 21,253
Posted By Abu Jack

Reasonable amount of time to hear from Psimet?

I know alot of folks on this site might have an answer. It is bonus time which means I have money to spend on wheels. I asked for a quote from Psimet on May 20th and haven't heard anything back from...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-02-12, 08:26 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,020
Posted By Abu Jack

The continental GP4000s I use are really hard to...

The continental GP4000s I use are really hard to mount. I use this tire lever....
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-01-12, 04:19 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,156
Posted By Abu Jack

I bought a Motobecane Fantom Cross last year in...

I bought a Motobecane Fantom Cross last year in the same size as my speciaized roubaix. It fit fine. I'm very happy with the fit.http://www.bikesdirect.com/products/motobecane/fantom_cross_ti_xi.htm
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-23-12, 05:43 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,098
Posted By Abu Jack

Tubular vs Tubeless

I'm thinking about going one way or the other for this Cross season. It'll be my first experience with either. Any advice?
Forum: Road Cycling
04-15-12, 02:17 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,202
Posted By Abu Jack

All, thanks for taking the time to reply. I was...

All, thanks for taking the time to reply. I was on a Boy Scout camping trip this weekend and was off the grid. I've tried a few of the suggestions you guys have made. Tried a Cobb saddle and returned...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-13-12, 11:54 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,202
Posted By Abu Jack

Saddle Return Policy

Can anyone reccomend an on line store that will let you try saddles and return them? I've tried my local shops but they usually stock one or two brands (usually specialized or bontrager). I'd like to...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-05-12, 03:55 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 591
Posted By Abu Jack

I can't comment on the Moto Fantom Cross. However...

I can't comment on the Moto Fantom Cross. However I do have a Cross Team Titanium. I very happy with the bike and how much I paid for it. I rode it in 3 cross race last year in my first season. I...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
03-16-12, 08:37 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 2,631
Posted By Abu Jack

I'm pulling for Spartacus.

I'm pulling for Spartacus.
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
03-12-12, 04:53 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 978
Posted By Abu Jack

The other thing that didn't make sense was why...

The other thing that didn't make sense was why the rider that the gendarmes were protecting didn't get his bike out of the road. It looked like he was just standing around.
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
03-12-12, 04:48 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 978
Posted By Abu Jack

I guess the rider's radios didn't help them....

I guess the rider's radios didn't help them. After I saw the clip for the first time, I had to go back and see if they had radios. I couldn't remember if they were using them for this race or not....
Forum: Road Cycling
02-29-12, 05:10 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 770
Posted By Abu Jack

Tampa, Florida. Meets alot of your criteria. We...

Tampa, Florida. Meets alot of your criteria. We are on Eastern Time, Weather December-March is warm not hot. Alot of good cycling. We live east of the city and do alot of riding on country roads....
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
02-25-12, 09:13 AM
Replies: 8,473
Views: 776,450
Posted By Abu Jack

Thanks for all the replies. I would say that am...

Thanks for all the replies. I would say that am definitely less trained over the last 3 months or so although I wouldn't say untrained. I'll track things closer to see what the trends are over next...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
02-24-12, 12:33 PM
Replies: 8,473
Views: 776,450
Posted By Abu Jack

Heart Rate Question

The data below is from two separate 20 minute tests I've done about a year apart. The first one was after I had done an 8 week training block out of the Time crunched cyclist.

The second one...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-18-12, 09:50 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,922
Posted By Abu Jack

+1 on the Hincapie bibs from Bonktown. I also...

+1 on the Hincapie bibs from Bonktown. I also bought the matching jersey. They are now my favorites.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-02-12, 05:41 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,148
Posted By Abu Jack

I think maybe that was it. To finish up the merit...

I think maybe that was it. To finish up the merit badge for one of the boys we rode 30 on Saturday and 25 on Sunday. My knees felt pretty good. Instead of focusing on my knees, I just let them go...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-31-11, 12:02 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,148
Posted By Abu Jack

Thanks for all the replies. I use look pedals on...

Thanks for all the replies. I use look pedals on my road bike and egg beater candy mtn bike pedals. I don't think it's a float issue. I have plenty of float on the mtn bike. It's my left knee that...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-31-11, 08:55 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,148
Posted By Abu Jack

Knee Pain Switching Between Road and Mountain Bikes

I'm a counselor for Bicycling Merit Badge for my son's Boy Scout Troop. The majority of the boy's bikes are heavy Wal-mart mountain bikes. So, I use my mountain bike when I ride with the boys. We...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-31-11, 08:47 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,960
Posted By Abu Jack

Forgot to add that I've seen Propero's on sale...

Forgot to add that I've seen Propero's on sale recently for close to 60$. It's a good helmet.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-31-11, 08:44 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,960
Posted By Abu Jack

Iv'e been riding for about 2 and half years. My...

Iv'e been riding for about 2 and half years. My first helmet was a specialized propero. I thought it was a pretty comfortable helmet. After 6 months of riding my wife noticed my weight loss and...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-04-11, 08:07 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 688
Posted By Abu Jack

Did a 50 miler with 6 Boy Scouts and two other...

Did a 50 miler with 6 Boy Scouts and two other adults to complete the Cycling Merit Badge. Did it on my Mtn bike because that's what the boys all had. Had a great time on the Van Fleet Trail in...
Forum: Cyclocross Racing
11-27-11, 04:44 PM
Replies: 243
Views: 36,543
Posted By Abu Jack

I did my first race today. The 3rd Annual Turkey...

I did my first race today. The 3rd Annual Turkey Shoot CX - Picnic Island , South Tampa Fl put on by Kelby Cross. I had a great time. I'm sure not sure were I finished I learned alot. First bike...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-24-11, 09:15 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,917
Posted By Abu Jack

The wife and I did 28 on a new route this...

The wife and I did 28 on a new route this morning. It was a chilly (for florida) 54 degrees. Had to break out the arm warmers and vest.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-17-11, 06:49 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 8,091
Posted By Abu Jack

I bought the team ti about a month ago. I'm...

I bought the team ti about a month ago. I'm completely satisfied with it. I don't know why ultegra is more. I was willing to pay more because I like shimano ergonomics better.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-31-11, 04:32 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,972
Posted By Abu Jack

I got a 58" team ti about the same time wbw got...

I got a 58" team ti about the same time wbw got his. No toe overlap when I'm clipped in. I'm new to cross and sometimes when I 'm practicing remounting I miss clipping in and kind overshoot the pedal...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-23-11, 07:31 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 897
Posted By Abu Jack

Where is the clearance bin? A little pricey for...

Where is the clearance bin? A little pricey for me, even with the 20% off.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-23-11, 07:24 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 450
Posted By Abu Jack

I had the same problem with putting Conti GP...

I had the same problem with putting Conti GP 4000s on my road bike. I bought this and it worked like a charm. I tried putting them in a clothes dryer, baking in the sun (I live in Florida) and the...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-18-11, 03:56 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 782
Posted By Abu Jack

Duncan, I grew up near Connellsville Pa,...

Duncan,

I grew up near Connellsville Pa, the passage goes through there. I have ridden from Dawson to Ohiopyle. The trail is not paved. That section is mostly small pea size gravel over dirt....
Forum: Road Cycling
10-10-11, 07:30 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,012
Posted By Abu Jack

Iv'e bought the shop pizza for lunch.

Iv'e bought the shop pizza for lunch.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-10-11, 07:27 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,415
Posted By Abu Jack

Glad to hear you got it worked out.

Glad to hear you got it worked out.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-04-11, 06:25 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,415
Posted By Abu Jack

Sorry to hear about all the issues your having....

Sorry to hear about all the issues your having. The bike came in last night. I got it put together, but haven't had a chance to ride it yet. I had to travel for work. The front brakes need some...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-02-11, 06:14 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,415
Posted By Abu Jack

I pulled the trigger too. Supposed to arrive...

I pulled the trigger too. Supposed to arrive tomorrow. Did you get yours yet? How do you like it.?
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-25-11, 02:18 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,415
Posted By Abu Jack

I'm looking at the same bike! Can't wait to hear...

I'm looking at the same bike! Can't wait to hear what you have to say about it. I'd like a lynskey but just can't afford one.
Forum: Southeast
08-28-11, 05:27 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 913
Posted By Abu Jack

I live on the East side of Valrico....

I live on the East side of Valrico. http://ajsbikesandboards.com/articles/cycling-events-pg37.htm Check out the link. They have the info for some group rides that aren't too far away from you. My...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-11, 04:35 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 885
Posted By Abu Jack

Man that is a good deal. However, I need the...

Man that is a good deal. However, I need the 175mm cranks, any idea why that price for that group set is so much higher?
Forum: Road Cycling
06-09-11, 06:01 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 4,101
Posted By Abu Jack

The Mom and boy is on Fox news this morning.

The Mom and boy is on Fox news this morning.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-07-11, 03:22 AM
Replies: 567
Views: 24,672
Posted By Abu Jack

44 y.o. Fast group ride planned for noon......

44 y.o. Fast group ride planned for noon... should be 92 or so...been dropped everytime so far...maybe I should skip it...nah.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-07-11, 03:15 AM
Replies: 567
Views: 24,672
Posted By Abu Jack

Told my son to HTFU after broken ribs. Told my...

Told my son to HTFU after broken ribs. Told my best friend t HTFU with Kidney stones. Haven't seen it yet so, HTFU, PCAD.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-05-11, 03:43 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,657
Posted By Abu Jack

Are these an upgrade over the Fulcrum 6s that...

Are these an upgrade over the Fulcrum 6s that came on my Specialized Roubaix? Thanks for the advice.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
05-14-11, 03:06 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 131,380
Posted By Abu Jack

Thanks for the great advice! I am amazed at what...

Thanks for the great advice! I am amazed at what a big difference Tegaderm made. I didn't have a piece big enough, so I just covered what I thought was the worst part. So, I had a side by side...
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