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Forum: Road Cycling
08-12-11, 06:06 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 3,353
Posted By GillyTheKid

I know a guy who is 46 pushing 47 who rides...

I know a guy who is 46 pushing 47 who rides everyday twice a day. His average speed is 18.5 mph and his max is 27mph.

I'm pretty impressed with that.
Forum: Commuting
08-12-11, 03:58 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 821
Posted By GillyTheKid

My LBS of choice pushes Giant bikes also. I...

My LBS of choice pushes Giant bikes also. I almost went with the Giant Roam 1 just under $600 after tax. Great commuter, but can also ride trails. Very good bike.
That was my budget. But I just...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-08-11, 06:45 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,201
Posted By GillyTheKid

After all... I ended up with Defy Advanced 3.

After all... I ended up with Defy Advanced 3.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-08-11, 12:09 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 10,334
Posted By GillyTheKid

I agree on the aluminum comment. I test rode the...

I agree on the aluminum comment. I test rode the defy 2 and it was a great ride.
Ended up with 2011 defy advanced 3. The 2012 defy advanced dropped the 3 model and prices went much higher.

I'm...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-07-11, 10:13 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,001
Posted By GillyTheKid

Lol. I'll change the tune next time. I'm a...

Lol. I'll change the tune next time.

I'm a dog lover. Allergic as all get out to them but I can never resist lovin on them animals. Wish I could have one in our home.

Thanks to all for your...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-06-11, 07:59 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,001
Posted By GillyTheKid

Yeah, the zen comment was meant more for the 12...

Yeah, the zen comment was meant more for the 12 miles into it part. Feeling good about going that long. I, personally don't think being without headphones would have changed anything. I was riding...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-06-11, 06:29 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,001
Posted By GillyTheKid

You people need to come off your dog defending...

You people need to come off your dog defending thrones. You really think no headphones would have changed the scenario? You're quite wrong if you do. Dogs chase things. Even vehicles. Will you...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-04-11, 06:29 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 10,334
Posted By GillyTheKid

Where did you get it at that price? That's great!...

Where did you get it at that price? That's great!
Best I can do around here is $1650 (which is still not too bad).
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-04-11, 05:25 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,001
Posted By GillyTheKid

Haha. For real. That's scary. Originally...

Haha. For real. That's scary.

Originally Posted by DGozinya
Out of the park! Ding-ding! Winner!

Heaven forbid I ride on the right side of the 'public' road listening to music. I should...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-03-11, 08:07 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,001
Posted By GillyTheKid

Do you stop? Or just keep riding and shouting NO?...

Do you stop? Or just keep riding and shouting NO? You know how dogs can be... chase stop chase stop.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-03-11, 06:59 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,001
Posted By GillyTheKid

Thanks all. I wear wireless headphones. ;-) ...

Thanks all.

I wear wireless headphones. ;-)
I was on the road. It's a rural road.

I like the reporting idea. Hadn't thought of that. My wife is a runner. She runs on the same road and has also...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-02-11, 09:14 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,001
Posted By GillyTheKid

Rattlesnake, Dog, Dog, Dog, DOG!

Ok, the rattlesnake was dead, but yesterday on my ride, I was minding my own with the headphones on, getting into my Zen on mile 12, when all of a sudden I found myself the victim of a pursuit by 3...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-29-11, 06:42 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 4,172
Posted By GillyTheKid

Endomondo.com Free. Easy. Consistent. I use...

Endomondo.com

Free. Easy. Consistent. I use with my iPhone but they have Android app too.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-28-11, 06:29 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,266
Posted By GillyTheKid

I'm learning as I go. Just comparing the...

I'm learning as I go.

Just comparing the 2011s, looks like the TCX 1 specs out better than the JTS.

SRAM Rivals, that's good, no?

BTW, I got to ride a JTS today. Felt real nice.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-28-11, 10:49 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,266
Posted By GillyTheKid

Thanks. I found a JTS in stock at a shop today....

Thanks. I found a JTS in stock at a shop today. Gonna go check it out.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-28-11, 10:16 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,266
Posted By GillyTheKid

Nice find! Thanks for sharing. I checked out the...

Nice find! Thanks for sharing. I checked out the site. Wish I knew what I was doing.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-27-11, 09:19 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,201
Posted By GillyTheKid

If I could too! Lol.

If I could too! Lol.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-27-11, 09:18 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,201
Posted By GillyTheKid

Where've you been when I needed to hear that! ...

Where've you been when I needed to hear that! Fellow Michigander too. I'm in AZ now but grew up in KZoo.

I've been going to bike shops for past few days beginning to doubt my roam 1 decision. I...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-27-11, 08:41 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,266
Posted By GillyTheKid

Do the Konas Jake/JTS have same frame just...

Do the Konas Jake/JTS have same frame just different components?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-27-11, 08:37 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,201
Posted By GillyTheKid

Even Roam 1?

Even Roam 1?
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-27-11, 07:13 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,266
Posted By GillyTheKid

2011 Giant TCX 1 vs. 2011 Kona Jake The Snake Please

Hello all,

I think I've finally narrowed down my choices. However, there is no bike shop within a 100 mile radius that has one of these for me to test ride. I'll have to purchase the bike if...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-27-11, 06:05 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,201
Posted By GillyTheKid

Interesting. I've been focusing on drop bars vs...

Interesting. I've been focusing on drop bars vs straight.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-27-11, 04:18 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,201
Posted By GillyTheKid

On 25 Mile Ride, Which Would You Rather Ride...

Giant Roam 1

Giant TCX 2

Specialized Tricross (Basic, NOT COMP or SPORT)

Giant Defy 2

Please list reasons.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-27-11, 07:43 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,908
Posted By GillyTheKid

I'm searching my area for the Kona. If I can't...

I'm searching my area for the Kona. If I can't find any Konas, can someone recommend which is better of the other two?
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-26-11, 09:23 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,908
Posted By GillyTheKid

I was afraid of that. Not sure where I can find...

I was afraid of that. Not sure where I can find one around here.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-26-11, 06:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,908
Posted By GillyTheKid

Giant TCX 2 vs. Specialized Tricross vs. Kona Jake

Hello all. I started out with a Giant Roam 1 in mind, but after reading and getting advice from everyone here, I'm now deciding between the three listed.

2012 Giant TCX 2
2012 Specialized...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-26-11, 07:03 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,224
Posted By GillyTheKid

Great info. Thanks for taking the time. I'm glad...

Great info. Thanks for taking the time. I'm glad I found this forum. Thanks to everyone.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-26-11, 06:53 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,697
Posted By GillyTheKid

Glad you're ok. Thanks for sharing. Does this...

Glad you're ok. Thanks for sharing. Does this change your mind on wearing helmet? I'm curious because I've been mulling over whether I should wear one or not. I don't really want to. But your story...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-25-11, 08:07 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,749
Posted By GillyTheKid

All I can say is thanks everyone for your help. ...

All I can say is thanks everyone for your help.
This is a great forum with great riders. Really do appreciate it.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-25-11, 06:54 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,749
Posted By GillyTheKid

I'm looking at the 2012 Tricross. Is it a worthy...

I'm looking at the 2012 Tricross. Is it a worthy bike? Or just a cheaper model with cheap components? I'm really not good at spotting the difference. At $1000 level I would have thought disc...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-25-11, 06:01 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,224
Posted By GillyTheKid

Hi I'm new to biking on a more serious scale. ...

Hi I'm new to biking on a more serious scale. Have been lead to this bike, but the basic model. Is there much difference between the basic and the comp? Basic = less road abilty? I know no disc...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-25-11, 05:54 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,749
Posted By GillyTheKid

Actually they will order it. I have to put 50%...

Actually they will order it. I have to put 50% down on it - they said it's a special order. I can then ride it and if it doesn't work out they will give store credit toward any other bike. I like...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-25-11, 05:27 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,749
Posted By GillyTheKid

Hope that = good?

Hope that = good?
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-25-11, 04:28 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,749
Posted By GillyTheKid

Actually, I think your spot on and I appreciate...

Actually, I think your spot on and I appreciate your input. It's gonna cost me a little more but it will be better for me. I'm pretty confident in stating that I have no plans to do MTB. If that...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-25-11, 03:10 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,749
Posted By GillyTheKid

You all got my head spinning! That's good. I...

You all got my head spinning! That's good. I want to get the right bike.

So I went to LBS with these questions. It seems as though I may actually be better fit with a Specialized Tricross. Most...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-25-11, 12:24 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,749
Posted By GillyTheKid

Can somebody confirm if a road bike can go off...

Can somebody confirm if a road bike can go off road for short periods on harder dirt?
I rode 18 miles this morning. Tried a different route today. It's mostly road, but there are a couple of areas...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-25-11, 09:07 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,749
Posted By GillyTheKid

Hmm. Got me wondering. I do live in AZ so it is...

Hmm. Got me wondering. I do live in AZ so it is sunny year round here. I do want to start consistently doing 25+ miles per day. I live in a rural area though and sometimes I'm forced off the road...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-25-11, 07:55 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,749
Posted By GillyTheKid

Lol. I love it Cant help but agree. I am...

Lol. I love it Cant help but agree. I am upgrading my bike however because for 15 hrs I've been casually riding a med/small bike when I should have been riding a large bike all along, according to...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-24-11, 09:29 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,749
Posted By GillyTheKid

Thanks all. I'm a noob right now. The calculator...

Thanks all. I'm a noob right now. The calculator looks promising. I'll need to learn what the inputs requested means.

I'm 39, 5'11", 237 lbs. The terrain is slightly slopey. Mountains around...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-24-11, 07:56 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,749
Posted By GillyTheKid

Giant Roan 1 - Expected Top Speed?

Hello all. I'm new to biking for fitness. Have been getting more serious lately. I currently have a 15 yr old Balance Mountain bike that is a little small for my build. I'm riding about average...
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