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Forum: Training & Nutrition
02-22-18, 06:56 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,043
Posted By MacAttack

From what I've been reading a resting heart rate...

From what I've been reading a resting heart rate closer to 80 is much better than a heart rate close to 60. It's a sign of good metabolism, healthy thyroid function. The heart is a pump & pumps blood...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-19-16, 07:03 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,825
Posted By MacAttack

Final Verdict: Felt 58 too small ! Ran out...

Final Verdict: Felt 58 too small !

Ran out of seatpost. Could almost get it high enough, but not quite.
I rode it anyway just to get a feel for it, and it is my favorite bike I've ridden so...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-19-16, 02:55 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,825
Posted By MacAttack

I went to a different bike store & sat on a 58 &...

I went to a different bike store & sat on a 58 & 61cm Diverge (which is a bike I might buy).

The 58 had a significant saddle to bar drop.
Stack: 622
Reach: 391

The 61 still had a little...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-18-16, 08:26 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,825
Posted By MacAttack

I didn't feel cramped on the test ride. It felt...

I didn't feel cramped on the test ride. It felt comfortable. The 2 shops with the Diverge had 58's & 61's in stock, but they both put me on 61 because I had long legs for my body. I definitely...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-18-16, 06:39 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,825
Posted By MacAttack

The fit guy looked at it & said the height was...

The fit guy looked at it & said the height was already maxed out.
He said I could use an angled stem, but he didn't recommend it as a road bike should have a little weight over the front. So he...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-18-16, 06:03 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,825
Posted By MacAttack

I felt comfortable on it, so no problems other...

I felt comfortable on it, so no problems other than mental (due to inexperience with bike fit). I found it strange that it was so comfortable since I've always avoided any saddle-to-bar drop. But...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-18-16, 05:35 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,825
Posted By MacAttack

Will this bike fit me - Felt V85 (Size 58)

I test rode this bike, & it felt pretty comfy although I had to have a slight saddle-to-bar drop which I guess is ok since it's a road bike. Bike shop said it looked a-ok, but I just wonder if it's...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-14-16, 12:53 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,288
Posted By MacAttack

I think I can fit the 40mm Supremes under my...

I think I can fit the 40mm Supremes under my fenders. The 40mm MSO's currently on there have a little more room than I thought, so as long as the actual widths are similar it should be ok.
Would I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-14-16, 11:06 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,683
Posted By MacAttack

I don't doubt their advice. I was just searching...

I don't doubt their advice. I was just searching for the steepest angled stem I could find on the internet, and I was wondering if the one I found would work. They had 3 lengths, all 40 degrees.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-14-16, 09:08 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,683
Posted By MacAttack

Bike Stem - 40 Degree Rise (Any Problems With This?)

Is there any major issue going to a 90mm, 40-degree rise stem?
Original stem is 105mm, 6-degree rise.

I've been using a stem riser, but I damaged it & had to cut it off, so the bike shop...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-13-16, 02:43 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,288
Posted By MacAttack

I can easily return the Marathons just down the...

I can easily return the Marathons just down the street since I haven't opened them. I am getting brainwashed by all of the Compass reviews out there. Do you have standard or extralight?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-13-16, 12:19 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,288
Posted By MacAttack

There are a lot of choices out there ! I'm going...

There are a lot of choices out there ! I'm going to drive myself crazy.
I have the Marathon Supremes 35mm at home in the boxes, but now I'm considering
switching to the Compass Barlow Pass.

...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-12-16, 12:55 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,288
Posted By MacAttack

I had my heart set on Compass tires, but from...

I had my heart set on Compass tires, but from reading reviews I figure I'll get too many flats. I got quite a few flats with the Clement MSO tires, so I'd probably be doomed with Compass.


As...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-12-16, 12:07 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,288
Posted By MacAttack

Tire Question - Marathon Supreme 35mm

I have a drop-bar hybrid that needs 1 new tire.


Original tires were as comfortable as bricks.
I then installed Clement MSO's, 40mm, 120 TPI. Way more comfortable.


Rear tire is worn out,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-09-16, 01:32 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,059
Posted By MacAttack

How to shop for a new bike. My old bike fits me...

How to shop for a new bike. My old bike fits me pretty well, so I'd like to match it.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-09-16, 12:47 PM
Replies: 162
Views: 105,912
Posted By MacAttack

Can anyone confirm if the Diverge Elite can take...

Can anyone confirm if the Diverge Elite can take 32mm tires with fenders?
I'm pretty sure it can, but I wanted to make sure.
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
09-09-16, 12:45 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 18,312
Posted By MacAttack

I've been riding the Cambium Carved C17 for quite...

I've been riding the Cambium Carved C17 for quite a while now. I think I like it. I don't hate it, so that's good. I definitely don't like it without a chamois unless it's just a short ride no...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-09-16, 12:32 PM
Replies: 162
Views: 105,912
Posted By MacAttack

2017 model. They're still on sale at 2 stores...

2017 model. They're still on sale at 2 stores around here for $1,310. No more 10% off as that's only allowed by Specialized twice per year. The store that did that will probably do it again in...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-08-16, 02:56 PM
Replies: 162
Views: 105,912
Posted By MacAttack

I would wait for a sale. I almost got one last...

I would wait for a sale. I almost got one last week, but it didn't quite meet every spec I desired. It's marked down to $1,310 here & they had an additional 10% off, so $1,179.

I prefer the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-06-16, 09:16 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,059
Posted By MacAttack

Bike Fit (Want New Bike to Match Current Bike)

When looking at all the geometry numbers on a new bike which are the most important if I want to match the fit of my current bike?

(I googled this & I'm sure it's already out there, but I'm tired...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-06-16, 09:13 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,440
Posted By MacAttack

Just in case anyone is interested I called...

Just in case anyone is interested I called Specialized today & the guy said a 32 mm tire would easily fit with fenders (I specifically asked about smooth tread).

Today was the last day of the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-02-16, 08:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,481
Posted By MacAttack

I like the AWOL, but it's too similar to what I...

I like the AWOL, but it's too similar to what I already have (my bike is sort of the poor man's version of the AWOL).
I have a Kona Dew Drop, BB7 disc brakes, 40mm Clement MSO's, fenders, Shimano...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-02-16, 04:49 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,481
Posted By MacAttack

Do you know how it would compare to the average...

Do you know how it would compare to the average road bike?


If you took a good, classic road bike & raised the handlebars to seat level, and gave it 32 mm tires with fenders that's what I'm after.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-02-16, 03:29 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,481
Posted By MacAttack

Specialized Diverge Elite vs Felt V85

Everyone has brainwashed me into thinking the Diverge is pretty awesome which it just may be, but how does the Felt V85 compare?


From the info I can find I "think" it's 1lb lighter. Shimano...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-01-16, 09:29 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,427
Posted By MacAttack

I don't think that would matter as far as tires. ...

I don't think that would matter as far as tires. Riding thru a little sand is nothing. Just be careful trying to corner too fast or something like that so your tires don't slide out from under you....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-01-16, 08:22 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,427
Posted By MacAttack

I would think it depends how much sand & how long...

I would think it depends how much sand & how long you have to ride in it. I use a bike with 40mm tires & it's nice not having to worry about anything like sand & gravel & cracks in the pavement.
My...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-31-16, 07:24 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,440
Posted By MacAttack

Thanks for all the input. I'll definitely try a...

Thanks for all the input. I'll definitely try a size 58 based on what you've said & see if they can get the bars closer to level with the seat (if I still want to get a new one).
The adjustable...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-31-16, 01:35 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,440
Posted By MacAttack

I was at the bike shop last night & they let me...

I was at the bike shop last night & they let me test out an adjustable stem which I think would do the job with a very steep angle.
Gearing should be fine also after talking with them.
So now I'm...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-29-16, 09:16 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,440
Posted By MacAttack

So I have 3 reservations with the Diverge. I...

So I have 3 reservations with the Diverge.
I have long legs & a short torso, so bike fit is a challenge.
I went to 2 shops & they both recommended the 61 size even though I'm only 6' 1''.
They...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-28-16, 11:37 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,440
Posted By MacAttack

If I keep the fat tires in my Dew closer to 65...

If I keep the fat tires in my Dew closer to 65 then it's not such a big difference.

It's hard to justify a new bike because when you think about it a new bike doesn't really do anything.
It would...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-27-16, 02:23 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,440
Posted By MacAttack

I usually pump my Clement MSO 40 tires up to 80 &...

I usually pump my Clement MSO 40 tires up to 80 & then just let them drop for a while until I fill like pumping them up again. They definitely get more comfortable as the pressure decreases....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-27-16, 09:46 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,440
Posted By MacAttack

Specialized Diverge Elite (vs My Old Bike)

What would a new bike give me compared to my current bike?
I can't decide if I should just keep the old one for now or get a new one such as the Diverge.

My current bike is a 2010 Kona Dew Drop....
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
07-23-16, 09:54 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 18,312
Posted By MacAttack

I would say it's very hard but quite flexible. ...

I would say it's very hard but quite flexible.
Hard due to the fact it has absolutely zero padding.

It would be similar to taking most modern saddles, removing the foam cushioning, & replacing...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-23-16, 05:53 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,835
Posted By MacAttack

Went on a 22 mile ride today on the Power saddle....

Went on a 22 mile ride today on the Power saddle. I'd recommend it to everyone.
Previously I was testing it without bike shorts, & the edges of the saddle irritated me, but with bike shorts that...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
07-23-16, 09:16 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 18,312
Posted By MacAttack

If you were perfectly comfortable on that saddle,...

If you were perfectly comfortable on that saddle, which is very hard, for 117km with gym shorts then it must be a really good saddle for you.
How was the perineum pressure? Did you have to tilt...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
07-22-16, 08:42 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 18,312
Posted By MacAttack

Big difference in size. I would like a C16...

Big difference in size.
I would like a C16 which would probably be the perfect width for me............they forgot to make it though.
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
07-22-16, 08:16 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 18,312
Posted By MacAttack

So do you guys have any favorite saddles that are...

So do you guys have any favorite saddles that are on the wider side that might be worth a try?
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
07-22-16, 08:14 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 18,312
Posted By MacAttack

I like the looks of those, but just a little too...

I like the looks of those, but just a little too narrow for me though.

I tried an Ergon SMC3 saddle last night.
That was pretty nice, although I need to try a large instead of a medium.
...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
07-21-16, 10:18 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 18,312
Posted By MacAttack

I've done a few more rides with it & I'm still...

I've done a few more rides with it & I'm still not sure what I think of it. Feels a little wide sometimes for my 122 sitz bones. Feels a little hard sometimes. But it does soak up the road buzz &...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-17-16, 08:10 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 996
Posted By MacAttack

Just a moderate wedgie. I'll keep playing around...

Just a moderate wedgie. I'll keep playing around with the setup. It's still my top pick out of all the saddles I've tested so far. So, for now it's my official saddle. Doesn't mean I won't test a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-17-16, 12:41 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 996
Posted By MacAttack

Brooks Cambium C17

The dimensions of this saddle are confusing.

If you pick 2 points on the saddle which make sense as to the "absolute widest" spot you would possibly want your bones to hit it would only be 5...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-16-16, 08:17 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 17,063
Posted By MacAttack

The first thing I feel when I sit on the Cambium...

The first thing I feel when I sit on the Cambium C17 Carved is my weight on the middle of the saddle pressing down into the carved section.
I'd prefer to feel the weight on my sitz bones, but that...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
07-13-16, 09:16 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 18,312
Posted By MacAttack

Looking at the saddle logically I don't really...

Looking at the saddle logically I don't really see any reason it would be any worse than any other saddle. Seems like it should be more comfortable.

It's quite firm when you first sit on it...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
07-13-16, 12:29 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 18,312
Posted By MacAttack

How did you end up tilting the saddle? I've...

How did you end up tilting the saddle? I've tried various tilts but just can't decide which is best. Right now I have the nose portion just about level. I have a drop-bar bike, but handlebars are...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-11-16, 08:05 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 17,063
Posted By MacAttack

I don't understand why anyone who doesn't ride...

I don't understand why anyone who doesn't ride very upright would not level the nose section.
It just seems logical. If the nose is at an angle as soon as you bend at the waist you're bumping into...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-10-16, 10:01 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 13,541
Posted By MacAttack

Phenom went back to the store. They let you test...

Phenom went back to the store. They let you test saddles for up to 30 days.
Riding the Cambium C17 Carved right now. Can't return that one, so hopefully it works.
Don't really have a final...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-07-16, 06:30 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 17,063
Posted By MacAttack

Just out of curiosity I tried level from nose to...

Just out of curiosity I tried level from nose to tail, and I tried level going by the nose portion only.
Felt about the same either way really. That's with wearing bike shorts.

After reading the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-05-16, 11:47 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 17,063
Posted By MacAttack

I just called the shop where I bought it & they...

I just called the shop where I bought it & they said to level the middle section to the nose.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-05-16, 11:36 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 17,063
Posted By MacAttack

I eyeballed it at first since I have some...

I eyeballed it at first since I have some horizontal lines on a straight brick wall which make it easier. That's probably good enough.

I was just wondering what the official Brook's method is for...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-05-16, 11:01 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 17,063
Posted By MacAttack

Brooks Cambium C17 - How To Level?

This saddle is supposed to be level or slightly nose up, but how do you determine level since the saddle is sloped?

I can think of 2 ways to do it, but they would result in a significant...
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