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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-15-17, 10:49 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,823
Posted By shoemakerpom

Bought one of these the other day at my local...

Bought one of these the other day at my local shop.... Very cool....
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Forum: Road Cycling
01-12-17, 12:58 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 5,049
Posted By shoemakerpom

Full carbon often refers to the fact that the...

Full carbon often refers to the fact that the fork is all carbon and not just carbon on the bottom and allow on the tube. Cyclist pay significantly more to have a full carbon front which includes...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-12-17, 08:36 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,260
Posted By shoemakerpom

Now they have the "Michelin Power All Season"...

Now they have the "Michelin Power All Season" just for that purpose............
Forum: Road Cycling
01-12-17, 08:32 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,260
Posted By shoemakerpom

Love my MICHELIN Pro4 Service Course in the...

Love my MICHELIN Pro4 Service Course in the rain..... Very predictable!
Forum: Road Cycling
01-12-17, 07:50 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,833
Posted By shoemakerpom

My brother just bought this and it rides like a...

My brother just bought this and it rides like a dream and is extremely comfortable (Sagan rode it on the cobles)
Synapse Carbon Disc Ultegra Cannondale Bicycles...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-27-16, 12:36 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 9,729
Posted By shoemakerpom

I find it hard to believe they would go against...

I find it hard to believe they would go against Specialized spec on what they have on the model floor. A shop close to me started carrying specialized and Specialized just about bullied every other...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-30-16, 07:17 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 11,195
Posted By shoemakerpom

Not trying to be negative but your dimensions...

Not trying to be negative but your dimensions really call for a 56mm frame especially on a Dogma since they usually slam the stem or have low stack height. Your position looks like it should in the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-20-16, 08:39 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,275
Posted By shoemakerpom

Actually you should be looking at these if you...

Actually you should be looking at these if you want comfort with the upright position. I rode many centurys with older guys moving to these with shoulder problems.
...
Forum: Commuting
04-20-16, 07:48 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 15,147
Posted By shoemakerpom

The Thudbuster is the best I ever came across....

The Thudbuster is the best I ever came across. Its built extremely well and you easily change the flexi pieces to suit the stiffness or rider weight without removing the post. I bought one for my...
Forum: Commuting
07-17-15, 06:00 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 5,347
Posted By shoemakerpom

Never been hit but came close to getting hit...

Never been hit but came close to getting hit yesterday. I made the mistake of going forward when the light turned green only to keep a sharp eye on traffic on the cross street. Turns out a policeman...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-29-15, 01:08 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,177
Posted By shoemakerpom

You will waste more money buying multiple glasses...

You will waste more money buying multiple glasses for day and night then if you buy 1 pair of Tifosi's with red lenses that lighten of darken depending on the situation. Also they are made for...
Forum: Commuting
05-29-15, 12:24 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 5,918
Posted By shoemakerpom

"But without Facebook, how will you learn about...

"But without Facebook, how will you learn about the video of a cat playing chopsticks with chopsticks?!?"

LOL!!! Almost chocked at lunch reading that quote, brilliant!
Forum: Commuting
04-21-15, 04:19 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 4,600
Posted By shoemakerpom

I took a chance after I seen someone with it and...

I took a chance after I seen someone with it and I have to say its a beautiful thing. It kind of reminds me of Paul components it has the hand crafted look and like I said the sound is like no other....
Forum: Commuting
04-20-15, 08:33 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 4,600
Posted By shoemakerpom

Since I bought this bell: Spurcycle Black...

Since I bought this bell:

Spurcycle Black Bell. More potent and more streamlined. Just better. (http://www.spurcycle.com/collections/all/products/better-bicycle-bell-black)

I have a 100%...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-19-14, 11:46 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,598
Posted By shoemakerpom

Been using speedplay for years and the only thing...

Been using speedplay for years and the only thing that I don't like is the constant maintenance as far as cleaning and lubing. As far as using them in snow or rain conditions on a constant basis can...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-19-14, 09:21 AM
Replies: 320
Views: 16,204
Posted By shoemakerpom

I have had a similar situation but from a cop. He...

I have had a similar situation but from a cop. He stopped me and told me that my flashing lights (dual Niterider 350's and dual Serfas TL-60's) allowed him to see me miles away and asked where I got...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-04-14, 12:33 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 27,619
Posted By shoemakerpom

Now that I think of it make sure that the bottom...

Now that I think of it make sure that the bottom bracket is too your liking meaning it will works with the cranks you like. If the bottom bracket is limited with the kind of cranks you want to run it...
Forum: Commuting
07-11-14, 10:42 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 11,697
Posted By shoemakerpom

I don't see the need for disk brakes on that bike...

I don't see the need for disk brakes on that bike unless your bombing down a 20 deg angle fire road at 30 mph. I have rode my full suspension mtn bike through quarries, ski slope decents and crazy...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-30-14, 10:08 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,501
Posted By shoemakerpom

Interesting that you brought this up. My coworker...

Interesting that you brought this up. My coworker is a huge trek fan has the credit card and three or more trek bikes. When he bought a new carbon Madone two years ago I remember he came in one day 4...
Forum: Commuting
06-30-14, 09:40 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 5,603
Posted By shoemakerpom

LOL! I deal with those kind every Saturday but...

LOL! I deal with those kind every Saturday but enjoy seeing them just the same....
Forum: Road Cycling
06-28-14, 07:54 PM
Replies: 147
Views: 11,142
Posted By shoemakerpom

Had a similar experience with a shop that I...

Had a similar experience with a shop that I thought I would give a try since my go to shop was too busy. Learned my lesson on sticking with good mechanics when it comes to derailleur setup. It also...
Forum: Commuting
06-28-14, 07:42 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 5,603
Posted By shoemakerpom

I never say "passing on your left" just hello,...

I never say "passing on your left" just hello, good morning, hows going, how ya doin. People respond to that 100% with kindness and don't get alarmed. I also slow down when passing especially someone...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-26-14, 12:32 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,005
Posted By shoemakerpom

Everywhere I go people tell me that this setup is...

Everywhere I go people tell me that this setup is the brightest they had ever seen. I was riding to work one Saturday in the winter and the fog was so thick you could see maybe 20 feet in front. I...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-24-14, 09:32 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,005
Posted By shoemakerpom

My bad I guess I wasn't clear. I have two surfas...

My bad I guess I wasn't clear. I have two surfas shield 60's side by side. How they compare to the performance light the first guy has I do not know. What I do know is I have yet to see a light as...
Forum: Commuting
06-23-14, 02:38 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,100
Posted By shoemakerpom

I guess my question would be how far are you...

I guess my question would be how far are you going on tubulars. My Saturday commute is 70 miles round trip and probably the most fun sometimes getting about 30mph for about the last ten miles on the...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-23-14, 12:57 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,935
Posted By shoemakerpom

Looks goofy having some armband mirror that could...

Looks goofy having some armband mirror that could change angle depending in the location you have your arms resting. Get one of these and you will wonder why all bikes do not come standard with them....
Forum: Road Cycling
06-23-14, 12:49 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,978
Posted By shoemakerpom

That's probably the first honest opinion going...

That's probably the first honest opinion going against what the media and tire companies are trying to do with these 25mm tires widths. I love my Michelins Pro 4 but the 25mm are never on sale so I...
Forum: Commuting
06-23-14, 12:37 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,100
Posted By shoemakerpom

It seems you figured out my commute to a t and...

It seems you figured out my commute to a t and that's why I brought it up. I just never changed a tubular or even seen what was involved. I just thought I read somewhere they were less prone to...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-23-14, 12:21 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,005
Posted By shoemakerpom

Its funny you mention this light since I have two...

Its funny you mention this light since I have two bolted side by side on a makeshift bracket to get really bright. On Saturday when riding home I was stopped by the police and thinking I was doing...
Forum: Commuting
06-19-14, 02:34 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,100
Posted By shoemakerpom

That's about the response I was looking for. I...

That's about the response I was looking for. I ride with Michelin comp 4's at the moment and was thinking of getting something a little deeper then the standard rim and thought I would try carbon...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-19-14, 01:51 PM
Replies: 159
Views: 33,088
Posted By shoemakerpom

Just got mine and the ring reminds me of the ring...

Just got mine and the ring reminds me of the ring noise at the beginning of the old black and white "outer Limits" show. People haer it and don't know what to do.......:wtf:
Forum: Commuting
06-19-14, 01:42 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,100
Posted By shoemakerpom

Comutting on Carbon Tubulars

Anybody commute on carbon tubulars? They seem cheaper then clinchers just wasn't sure about flats versus clinchers on everyday roads.:rolleyes:
Forum: Road Cycling
06-19-14, 12:27 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,459
Posted By shoemakerpom

That is great!!!

That is great!!!
Forum: Road Cycling
06-19-14, 12:06 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,382
Posted By shoemakerpom

If they are Zero's or SS like mine it could be...

If they are Zero's or SS like mine it could be the internal roller bearings which are not easily replaced without some special tools. My zeros went about 3 years, 15,000 miles before the right pedal...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-06-14, 11:00 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 17,573
Posted By shoemakerpom

You are correct sir!

You are correct sir!
Forum: Commuting
06-06-14, 10:56 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 9,251
Posted By shoemakerpom

Basically what you have learned is yes you can...

Basically what you have learned is yes you can get a cheap cost of a bike up front at time of purchase but will eventually pay the same or close to the price of a bike at a bike shop over a short...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-27-14, 10:39 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 774
Posted By shoemakerpom

Like everybody said maybe sit on it see where you...

Like everybody said maybe sit on it see where you want the bars and then bring it to the shop for inspection. Have the shop true the wheels if needed and change the cables if they are rusted out (may...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-02-14, 11:11 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 4,239
Posted By shoemakerpom

Definition: Sidewalk: 3-8 foot wide walking path...

Definition: Sidewalk: 3-8 foot wide walking path shared by anyone with pedestrians getting top priority over any bikers.
Bike Path or Multi-Use Path: Usually 6-8 foot wide asphalt or...
Forum: Commuting
05-02-14, 10:43 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,098
Posted By shoemakerpom

Serfas Helmet safety Light. ...

Serfas Helmet safety Light.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00FVT5HSU/ref=oh_details_o03_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Superbright and when turned upside down fit right inside the back opening of my...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-28-14, 01:39 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 17,566
Posted By shoemakerpom

The last time I seen aluminum equipment fail like...

The last time I seen aluminum equipment fail like that was back in the day when there was all the anodized aluminum parts around of mountain and road pre carbon age. It was usually the non hard...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-28-14, 09:09 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 10,032
Posted By shoemakerpom

This mirror is hands down the best non-dorkey...

This mirror is hands down the best non-dorkey anti-Fredly most effective mirror out. Once in in its so easy to adjust and doesn't vibrate at all. I can't tell how many times it has saved my butt from...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-22-14, 08:21 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,877
Posted By shoemakerpom

"But apparently not in your case which maybe a...

"But apparently not in your case which maybe a function of the saddle a bit too wide which is creating chaffing during the pedal stroke."

I had that exact problem when I lowered the stem to a more...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-11-14, 10:14 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,810
Posted By shoemakerpom

I have had the same knee problem for years...

I have had the same knee problem for years probably due to riding in general. As I went to GNC for vitamins I talked to guy and asked him what he uses for knee problems when power lifting (since that...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-08-14, 09:02 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 4,249
Posted By shoemakerpom

This is very interesting since I rode with a guy...

This is very interesting since I rode with a guy last week that upgraded the exact opposite. He went from a Caadx to a new synapse with disc and was loving it. I asked him how it felt position wise...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-08-14, 08:09 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 9,685
Posted By shoemakerpom

I don't usually take offense to such arguments...

I don't usually take offense to such arguments about cost of equipment among sports. When it comes down to it some a lot of people have tunnel vision in America about bicycles being anything but a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-07-14, 02:43 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 13,587
Posted By shoemakerpom

One not mentioned here is lights. If your in a...

One not mentioned here is lights. If your in a small town area chances are there is minimal lighting on any roads be they rural or main so going out early or late is not wise without lighting. I...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-03-14, 01:43 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,772
Posted By shoemakerpom

My local shop owner says the bb30 ceramic...

My local shop owner says the bb30 ceramic bearings suck and never last so he cut a deal with a local bearing shop for ss bearings at a lower cost then stock sram. You know what they are awesome and I...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-26-14, 09:45 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,918
Posted By shoemakerpom

If this was ta pass nation wide I think it should...

If this was ta pass nation wide I think it should at least require all roads to be designed with a 3 foot bicycle median minimum. Of course that would drive up construction costs in some states but...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-24-14, 02:10 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 14,106
Posted By shoemakerpom

Got any images of what a 15,000 mile tire looks...

Got any images of what a 15,000 mile tire looks like? My tires tend to become holy/holey long before they reach impressive miles.[/QUOTE]

LOL. Had about 5000 on my Michelin Pro 4 and started to...
Forum: Commuting
03-20-14, 01:31 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,620
Posted By shoemakerpom

Ordered one myself in black and they have updated...

Ordered one myself in black and they have updated their site to june shipping. I can wait for perfection....:thumb:
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