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Forum: Road Cycling
11-30-18, 09:51 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,237
Posted By kaimat

Price? Link?

Price? Link?
Forum: Road Cycling
12-27-15, 12:14 PM
Replies: 310
Views: 48,891
Posted By kaimat

The girlfriend and I have been using it quite a...

The girlfriend and I have been using it quite a bit recently. Winter in Wisconsin has been pretty mild this year, so indoor riding hasn't been quite so necessary. Nonetheless, we've enjoyed Zwift so...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-05-13, 07:40 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,855
Posted By kaimat

I have 2 Giants, 1 Cannondale, and 1 Specialized....

I have 2 Giants, 1 Cannondale, and 1 Specialized.

The Giants and the CAAD have Specialized Toupe Experts and the Specialized has a Fizik Ares...use what works.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-04-13, 11:05 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,779
Posted By kaimat

Hey know, let's keep this appropriate...

Hey know, let's keep this appropriate...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-04-13, 10:54 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,779
Posted By kaimat

+1 on the rough straps. I usually solve this by...

+1 on the rough straps. I usually solve this by putting a bunch of lotion on my chest and the top of my shoulders where the straps touch. Perhaps after more washings this will go away. It's not a big...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-01-13, 07:54 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 771
Posted By kaimat

That looks just like mine :)

That looks just like mine :)
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
02-01-13, 07:52 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 625
Posted By kaimat

My account on their site says my subscription...

My account on their site says my subscription starts with the January 4th issue. I subscribed back in November.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-31-13, 11:04 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,984
Posted By kaimat

I will offer more support for Specialized BG. I...

I will offer more support for Specialized BG. I had some foot issues when I first started riding (hot spots, not tingling, so maybe take this with a grain of salt) but the BG inserts cleared up...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
01-31-13, 10:57 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 625
Posted By kaimat

Any Americans subscribe to Procycling?

I think this is the right place to post this.

I subscribed to Procycling for 2013 but it's been almost a month since the first issue was released and I still haven't received it. I checked the...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-31-13, 10:50 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 771
Posted By kaimat

Garmin sensor not fitting on Specialized Transition; need alternatives.

I recently purchased a 2009 Specialized Transition and when I went to attach one of my Garmin candence/speed sensors the chainstay was too tall and narrow so the zip tie can't get as tight as it...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-26-13, 06:04 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,494
Posted By kaimat

I was planning to either flip the stem or get a...

I was planning to either flip the stem or get a no rise one, but other than that what is wrong with the bars?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-24-13, 11:36 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,494
Posted By kaimat

Would you steal this bike/too nice for a commuter and errands bike?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/2012-Bianchi-Pista-Via-Condotti-Steel-Road-Track-Fixed-Single-Speed-Bike-53cm-/290802929128?pt=Road_Bikes&hash=item43b5348de8

I love the look of this Bianchi, but I am a...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-14-13, 03:15 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,080
Posted By kaimat

Do you have a work stand? I bet if you took out...

Do you have a work stand? I bet if you took out the seat tube and put it upside down on the stand for a bit the water would either work it's way down and drip out or evaporate.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-11-13, 01:46 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,101
Posted By kaimat

That dude needs a fan, he was sweating WAY too...

That dude needs a fan, he was sweating WAY too much.

I use a KK with a large (4' x 4' and 3/4" thick) rubber square underneath a smaller foam square (2' x 2' and 1/2" thick) that is directly under...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-10-13, 10:20 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 998
Posted By kaimat

Is it definitely damage? I can't really tell in...

Is it definitely damage? I can't really tell in the picture, but could it just be dried mud that flew off the tire?
Forum: Road Cycling
01-05-13, 03:09 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 501
Posted By kaimat

Why stop at new clothes? Time to get a new bike...

Why stop at new clothes? Time to get a new bike...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-04-13, 11:37 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 4,510
Posted By kaimat

Living in Minnesota and being rather wimpy means...

Living in Minnesota and being rather wimpy means I do a lot of riding on my Kurt and on my rollers. I have to say that I never really notice a difference going from inside riding (helmetless) to...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-03-13, 10:29 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,696
Posted By kaimat

This is perhaps slightly off topic, but for the...

This is perhaps slightly off topic, but for the HR monitor I always use a drop of electrode gel (it's on Amazon for like $9 and lasts forever) and have never lost a signal with my Garmin or the Polar...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-03-13, 10:06 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,468
Posted By kaimat

Maybe that's why they are on sale :thumb:

Maybe that's why they are on sale :thumb:
Forum: Road Cycling
12-24-12, 11:24 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,031
Posted By kaimat

I'm 5' 9" and about 145lbs and I wear medium for...

I'm 5' 9" and about 145lbs and I wear medium for both Giordana and Castelli bibs (but typically large jerseys because of how low Castelli bibs are). Just wore my Giordana carbon bibs last night for a...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-22-12, 09:22 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,031
Posted By kaimat

I remember when I made the change from PI to...

I remember when I made the change from PI to Castelli and noticed a huge difference. Even now after trying some other top brands I'll only buy Castelli in the future.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-16-12, 11:17 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 11,976
Posted By kaimat

If price isn't a factor why not get something...

If price isn't a factor why not get something better? :)
Forum: Road Cycling
12-04-12, 10:49 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,255
Posted By kaimat

Dilemma: Keep or sell the CAAD?

Earlier in the year I purchased a 2011 CAAD10-5 to be my semi-commuter/grocery-running bike. I chose a CAAD because I wanted something that I felt would be less fragile than my Giants and also...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-10-12, 09:38 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,001
Posted By kaimat

If you are looking for something to use...

If you are looking for something to use recreationally, I'd recommend looking at the Giant Defy Advanced (or composite) series. Like has been said, look at a slightly older model to save some money....
Forum: Road Cycling
05-31-12, 09:11 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 776
Posted By kaimat

I'm glad to hear you are happy with your...

I'm glad to hear you are happy with your purchase. Keep riding.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-27-12, 10:30 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,847
Posted By kaimat

Sometimes some Laffy Taffy in my jersey pockets. ...

Sometimes some Laffy Taffy in my jersey pockets.

In my saddle bag I bring a tube, 2 tire levers, a patch kit (for tubes and one tire patch), 2-3 c02 cartridges, c02 inflator, multitool, cell...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-24-12, 04:47 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 562
Posted By kaimat

Why not just spend a few bucks to get a new stem...

Why not just spend a few bucks to get a new stem and see how it fits? Worst case you're out like $20.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-19-12, 09:46 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 769
Posted By kaimat

Someone else may likely correct me, but I think...

Someone else may likely correct me, but I think the only way to tell would be to bring it to a bike shop and they have some kind of xraying tool or something that can look for cracks. Idk, how I'd...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-01-12, 07:49 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 497
Posted By kaimat

I work at a tire shop and Michelin makes all...

I work at a tire shop and Michelin makes all their tires in France and Canada. I'd assume bike tires are the same.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-29-12, 06:31 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,259
Posted By kaimat

I had a similar problem when I first started...

I had a similar problem when I first started riding. First, adjust the height of the saddle to account for your leg bend (not the amount of pressure it puts on your balls), then try tilting it a...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-23-12, 06:18 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 672
Posted By kaimat

Why are you going to wear them under regular...

Why are you going to wear them under regular shorts? You know just wearing bibs without shorts over them make you more aerodynamic and more "pro" looking.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-19-12, 06:32 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,617
Posted By kaimat

I did a similar thing, buying a Black & Decker...

I did a similar thing, buying a Black & Decker auto inflate for like $20 on Amazon. It is a lot faster and doesn't require any energy on my part. It's built for Schraeder valves, but a $0.99 adapter...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-19-12, 11:48 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,501
Posted By kaimat

I just bought a 2011 CAAD10-5 to use as a...

I just bought a 2011 CAAD10-5 to use as a commuter. If it's raining in the morning though I'll probably drive so I won't have to clean my bike at work.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-13-12, 07:48 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,672
Posted By kaimat

Is there something that is drawing you towards...

Is there something that is drawing you towards the Soma? I'm sure there are a ton of options with full ultegra for under 2 grand. Get a CAAD.
Forum: Living Car Free
03-05-12, 08:59 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 4,730
Posted By kaimat

HTFU and pedal faster! To be serious, here...

HTFU and pedal faster!

To be serious, here in southern MN we don't have a lot of sketchy areas, and I don't know what Atlanta is like, but if you can stay in public areas you might be alright....
Forum: Road Cycling
03-04-12, 11:08 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 606
Posted By kaimat

How much would you pay for a 2011 CAAD10 5 (and a couple other things)?

I'm kinda toying with the idea of getting a 2011 CAAD10.

I'd like to upgrade to a Toupe Expert saddle and Speedplay Light Actions to keep consistent with my other bikes; also, I'm considering...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-28-12, 12:13 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 638
Posted By kaimat

I recently purchased a TCR Advanced and have...

I recently purchased a TCR Advanced and have relegated my Defy Advanced to be my comfort/longer ride bike. I've been thinking about re-gearing it, but that probably won't happen for awhile.

For...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-26-12, 03:44 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,680
Posted By kaimat

I bought some interlocking foam mats off Amazon...

I bought some interlocking foam mats off Amazon for like $25. I think they are 3/4" and seem to do a good job of eliminating excess noise (both for the neighbor next to me and the one below).
Forum: Road Cycling
02-26-12, 03:38 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,148
Posted By kaimat

Have you tried just adjusting the magnets to make...

Have you tried just adjusting the magnets to make sure they are coming close enough to the sensors? They are supposed to be no more than 3mm away. Sometimes the one on my spoke with slide a little,...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-26-12, 08:18 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,525
Posted By kaimat

When I got mine they had a lot of excess grease...

When I got mine they had a lot of excess grease on the cleat. That should slowly work itself out, and you'll be left with my nice non-slippery pedals.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-20-12, 07:52 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,181
Posted By kaimat

And raise their saddles.

And raise their saddles.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-20-12, 06:07 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 525
Posted By kaimat

Check out cylingtorrents.nl they have a bunch of...

Check out cylingtorrents.nl they have a bunch of races that you can download, they are usually up the same day as the race.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-19-12, 09:27 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 5,657
Posted By kaimat

In our one bedroom apartment the girlfriend and I...

In our one bedroom apartment the girlfriend and I have 2 bikes on a rack in the living room, one bike leaning against a bookshelf on the other side of the living room, one bike in a corner in the...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-17-12, 07:42 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 523
Posted By kaimat

Check out cyclingtorrents.nl for good cycling...

Check out cyclingtorrents.nl for good cycling videos (if I can't post this here please remove)
Forum: Road Cycling
02-14-12, 05:19 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 517
Posted By kaimat

Thule Spare Me + Carbon Frames

I have a CR-V (without a hitch) and am thinking about buying a Thule Spare Me to carry our bikes instead of getting a hitch installed.

Link:...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-14-12, 01:48 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,650
Posted By kaimat

Don't forget to wear your helmet. Some living...

Don't forget to wear your helmet. Some living rooms can be awfully dangerous...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-14-12, 12:11 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,650
Posted By kaimat

Wait, you're on BF and don't have at least half a...

Wait, you're on BF and don't have at least half a dozen bikes?
Forum: Road Cycling
02-14-12, 12:08 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 927
Posted By kaimat

I'll second (or third or fourth) the Speedplays.

I'll second (or third or fourth) the Speedplays.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-14-12, 12:03 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,053
Posted By kaimat

Cycling is expensive; embrace it and buy a stand....

Cycling is expensive; embrace it and buy a stand. What kind of bike did you buy? Both of my Giants have narrow carbon seatposts, and I can clamp them just fine in my PCS-10.

Plus, with a stand you...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-10-12, 10:32 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 700
Posted By kaimat

Fixed your post.

Fixed your post.
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