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Forum: Mountain Biking
06-06-11, 07:58 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,261
Posted By recreationman

I got the comp and when set on ProPedal, it's...

I got the comp and when set on ProPedal, it's stiff enough to eliminate bob but soft enough to absorb. If cushy is needed, jut flip the switch the other way to full open.
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-29-11, 07:59 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,261
Posted By recreationman

2011 Comp it is :thumb: Thanks for your input. ...

2011 Comp it is :thumb:
Thanks for your input.
:speedy::speedy:
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-06-11, 08:59 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,261
Posted By recreationman

Thanks. I haven't gotten down to comparing the...

Thanks. I haven't gotten down to comparing the specs of the components in order to compare weights. The major differences are definitely the brain and command post. It may turn out that the...
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-06-11, 06:41 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,261
Posted By recreationman

I have listed the differences in the specs as...

I have listed the differences in the specs as taken from the '11 Specialized MTB catalog:



Expert ($4000 MSRP) ............................................................... ...
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-05-11, 06:58 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,261
Posted By recreationman

Is a brain worth $1300???

I am considering a 2011 Stumpjumper FSR and am upgrading from a 2007 Specialized XC Comp. I want to go 29er, so I am looking at both the Comp and the Expert. The Expert has a brain and command post...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-27-11, 05:11 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 989
Posted By recreationman

Don't have to worry about using those. I'm a...

Don't have to worry about using those. I'm a "fixie" now!

Ooops, you said "conundrum", sorry. My mis read!
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-26-11, 06:24 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 989
Posted By recreationman

Specialized Epic Carbon 29er or Carbon Stumpjumper FSR 26

I currently ride a Specialized XC Comp '07 and am put into a position where I need to upgrade:innocent: Actually, my oldest has grown out of his existing MTB and I can justify putting him on my XC...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-22-10, 06:08 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 469
Posted By recreationman

Question for my shoe size: I have specialized...

Question for my shoe size: I have specialized mtb shoes size 46 and some ancient (15yr old) time classique shoes size 45. My LBS does not stock the s-works shoe, only the comp and expert. They are...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-19-10, 07:28 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,986
Posted By recreationman

wave (wv) v. waved, wav·ing, waves v.intr. ...

wave (wv)
v. waved, wav·ing, waves
v.intr.
1. To move freely back and forth or up and down in the air, as branches in the wind.
2. To make a signal with an up-and-down or back-and-forth movement...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-19-10, 07:27 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,986
Posted By recreationman

waive (wv) tr.v. waived, waiv·ing, waives 1....

waive (wv)
tr.v. waived, waiv·ing, waives
1. To give up (a claim or right) voluntarily; relinquish. See Synonyms at relinquish.
2. To refrain from insisting on or enforcing (a rule or penalty,...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-19-10, 06:42 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,986
Posted By recreationman

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Forum: Road Cycling
12-19-10, 06:40 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,986
Posted By recreationman

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Forum: Road Cycling
12-19-10, 06:38 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,986
Posted By recreationman

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Forum: Road Cycling
12-19-10, 05:38 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,986
Posted By recreationman

Here's a wave for ALL on 2 wheels! ...

Here's a wave for ALL on 2 wheels!
http://www.toilette-humor.com/christmas/merry_xmas_wave.shtml
:lol::lol::lol::lol::lol:
Forum: Commuting
12-19-10, 07:58 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,221
Posted By recreationman

FYI, I was at a Belk department store yesterday...

FYI, I was at a Belk department store yesterday and saw a pair of Isotoner gloves that were supposedly designed to be used with iPhones, etc. I can't attest to how good and warm they are. Just...
Forum: Touring
12-18-10, 07:56 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,649
Posted By recreationman

Hypocritical! Please refer to forum...

Hypocritical! Please refer to forum http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php/701699-Winter-Cycle-Clothing-Questions Everybody has questions....newbie or not! Be nice or just don't reply. Please...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-14-10, 11:54 AM
Replies: 127
Views: 11,118
Posted By recreationman

Tis the Season to Ti one on! I did!:thumb: ...

Tis the Season to Ti one on! I did!:thumb:


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:love:
Forum: Mountain Biking
12-03-10, 06:05 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 494
Posted By recreationman

I'm not planting IEDs on the trail or anything....

I'm not planting IEDs on the trail or anything. Several years ago we'd try Garmins while hiking and couldn't get much in the way of satellite reception and therefore no accuracy whatsoever.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-03-10, 06:00 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,697
Posted By recreationman

Ok, I pulled the trigger! Here's a pic of me in...

Ok, I pulled the trigger! Here's a pic of me in my new house:
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Forum: Road Cycling
12-01-10, 04:01 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,697
Posted By recreationman

Gracias dalava. I imagine that's what the bike...

Gracias dalava. I imagine that's what the bike I'm looking at tomorrow will look like except bigger (XL). I figure if I can get it at $1800 I ought to be satisfied.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-01-10, 12:42 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,697
Posted By recreationman

$2000 is his asking price. I was going to see if...

$2000 is his asking price. I was going to see if I could get it for $1800 cold hard cash. Thus the underlying reason for my post. Thanks!
Forum: Mountain Biking
12-01-10, 07:22 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 494
Posted By recreationman

Garmin 800 coverage in d' woods?

What's your experience with using the Edge 800 in the woods? Are you getting good accurate coverage?
Forum: Road Cycling
12-01-10, 07:03 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,697
Posted By recreationman

Litespeed Siena value?

A friend has a friend who wants to sell his Litepeed Siena for $2000. It is either '03 or '04 frame with newer components.....some new, some not very old. It has Arione saddle, Dura-Ace 7800...
Forum: Recreational & Family
11-30-10, 08:52 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 953
Posted By recreationman

What lights for being seen?

I'd like to find some relatively inexpensive but adequate lighting for the family's cruisers. This no daylight savings time is no fun! What are you using and where'd ya' get 'em?
Forum: Road Cycling
11-30-10, 07:33 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,723
Posted By recreationman

I'm in the Lowcountry.....land of the Geechee! ...

I'm in the Lowcountry.....land of the Geechee! I'm familiar with Coastal Cyclists. Used to belong so I could get their newsletter and keep up with the rides. Never rode with them, however.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-30-10, 01:17 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,723
Posted By recreationman

OP here! 2411 posts in 11 months???? some kind...

OP here! 2411 posts in 11 months???? some kind of life:p
Forum: Road Cycling
11-28-10, 01:33 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,723
Posted By recreationman

To all concerned, I am relaxed now. I was at...

To all concerned, I am relaxed now. I was at first taken aback by wens comment and when I looked at the 8 page thread, I saw why he said it as so. A link to that post rather than his BS would have...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-28-10, 09:14 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,723
Posted By recreationman

I've searched manufacturer's sites and am...

I've searched manufacturer's sites and am undecided. I'm not too particular, however I would like to find something in pink with lace on the sidewalls. Puncture resistance would be nice......nobody...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-27-10, 01:54 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,723
Posted By recreationman

I guess I'll take the blame:innocent: wens...

I guess I'll take the blame:innocent: wens provided the link and oh my! 8 pages???? Geez! Had I known, I would have NEVER started this. I've tried to delete my post by erasing the original, but...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-27-10, 10:44 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,723
Posted By recreationman

I am so sorry that I posted a thread that had...

I am so sorry that I posted a thread that had been covered so much. Wens, just go ahead and delete this thread if you have the power. I did do a search, but evidently I didn't do it the right way...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-27-10, 09:34 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,723
Posted By recreationman

Wanted to see what tires are being used.

Wanted to see what tires are being used.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-26-10, 08:09 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 943
Posted By recreationman

Thanks for the heads up. I amended my post to...

Thanks for the heads up. I amended my post to show that the frame is an '04, but the components are much newer. I am not certain, but they may be only a year or two old. I haven't yet laid eyes on...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-26-10, 07:44 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 943
Posted By recreationman

2004 Litespeed Siena OR 2011 Specialized Roubaix?

I am looking at a 2004 Litespeed Siena frame with much newer Dura-Ace 7800 components, Ultegra 6600 crank (50-34), 12-27 cassette, Bontrager race xtralight wheels. It also has a Litespeed litetec...
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