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Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-28-22, 02:39 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 856
Posted By d-klumpp

Thanks, SF, I'll check that out. I admit that...

Thanks, SF, I'll check that out. I admit that Garmin Connect and its communications with the head unit strike me as horrible, so I haven't fully explored GC. [I think it took me an hour to set up...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-28-22, 02:32 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 856
Posted By d-klumpp

Thanks, Iride01! I will look into that. ...

Thanks, Iride01! I will look into that.

Call me a luddite, but my strong preference is to have a head unit that shows me total mileage accrued on the bike at the moment. For example, when...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-28-22, 12:12 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 856
Posted By d-klumpp

Thanks, Cuevelo -- I'll check those out! ...

Thanks, Cuevelo -- I'll check those out!

Yes, I use cadence and wheel sensors, but I'm too old to use a power meter because I'm afraid of what it will reveal. ;-)

Dave
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-28-22, 11:57 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 856
Posted By d-klumpp

Garmin vs Wahoo odometer

Pardon me for asking this dumb question that has been asked before similar forms, but my reading of prior threads here and on Garmin and Wahoo support has not yielded any solid conclusions...

I'm...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-29-22, 11:57 AM
Replies: 3,143
Views: 1,020,581
Posted By d-klumpp

Axiom Qs

Love the Axiom! After 15 yrs with my Alaris, the equivalent of today's Axiom S, I plunked down a deposit on an Axiom XX this week, so I would appreciate some details on your rig that I can't glean...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-24-21, 11:36 AM
Replies: 218
Views: 14,387
Posted By d-klumpp

I did not find it worth it some 5+ yrs ago when I...

I did not find it worth it some 5+ yrs ago when I switch from HED Ardennes FR to tubeless-compatible DuraAce. Installation was hell on my DuraAce wheels using Schwalbe tires. I broke several tire...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-19-21, 12:42 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 5,941
Posted By d-klumpp

Bike fit benefits

Yes, several times, and here's just one example of potential benefit:

I was in a favorite shop that sells high-end bikes, including Seven and Parlee, for some new road cleats. The fitter asked why...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-13-20, 11:42 AM
Replies: 108
Views: 8,588
Posted By d-klumpp

Doesn't do much good in a pocket

As an infectious diseases researcher and former virology postdoc, I don't mess around with COVID and always try to send the proper message. So I wear a mask during all my rides. Yes, the exposure...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-30-20, 02:23 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 9,105
Posted By d-klumpp

T47

The current issue of VeloNews has a story about a new BB standard, T47. I’m no expert on any of this, but apparently press fit has issues with creaking noises because the frames rarely fit the BB as...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-30-20, 01:50 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 6,209
Posted By d-klumpp

Zym

My favorite electrolyte is Zym. Unlike other brands, Zym has the perfect amount of flavor for my taste, and the flavors are straight forward. One tablet in a 24 oz bottle is just right for me on the...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-07-10, 10:27 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,499
Posted By d-klumpp

My HED Ardennes FR are fantastic! I'm 205 lbs...

My HED Ardennes FR are fantastic! I'm 205 lbs and got the "Stallion build." They've proved very durable through 2000mi -- remaining perfectly true on rough roads -- and I even used them with 25C...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-17-10, 05:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,191
Posted By d-klumpp

Motor, Check out this solution using TRP CX...

Motor,

Check out this solution using TRP CX 9 mini V...

http://velonews.competitor.com/2010/10/cyclocross/’cross-brake-check-trp’s-new-mini-v-brake-and-eurox-magnesium_145253

Dave
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-17-10, 03:42 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,505
Posted By d-klumpp

"Although I havent done it yet, many people...

"Although I havent done it yet, many people recommend Kool-Stop pads to improve braking. I ride in the city a lot and at some point will try some to see if they increase braking power. At this point,...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-17-10, 01:11 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,505
Posted By d-klumpp

CAADX: first race

Hi! Two firsts this weekend.

Last Sunday I picked up a 2011 Cannondale CAADX 105 (58cm). I was attracted to this bike as a lower-cost, back-up bike to my prized road bike. Key features are a...
Forum: Great Lakes
06-15-10, 08:20 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 565
Posted By d-klumpp

Worst driver ever?!

Here's what I saw, and was obstructed by, during today's ride...

1. in an SUV
2. stopped in crosswalk/bike path
3. talking on cell phone
4. picking her nose

Yes, that was all in a single...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-26-10, 10:31 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,277
Posted By d-klumpp

Bullet proof Aksiums

Hi! I'm 210-215 and have 6100mi on my Aksium wheels in the last 3 years.

The wheels have remained true the entire time, despite riding some very rough city pavement, doing some not-so-light...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
06-29-09, 12:55 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 637
Posted By d-klumpp

TdF Stage 1 start order?

Hi! We will be in Monaco for the TdF opening time trial.

Does anyone have a link for the starting order for the Stage 1 riders? Ideally, we would have an ordered list of the riders so that we...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-07-08, 08:12 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,275
Posted By d-klumpp

I'm looking at the Jamis because of eyelets on...

I'm looking at the Jamis because of eyelets on the dropouts. The '09 pictures clearly show improved eyelets on the dropouts.

To me, eyelets for a rack are essential on any bike -- what good is a...
Forum: Great Lakes
07-25-08, 11:48 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,074
Posted By d-klumpp

Esluv, Good luck with your commute. Once...

Esluv,

Good luck with your commute. Once you find a decent route, you'll see the joys that comes
from commuting to work. You'll do good for yourself, your environment, and have good stories to...
Forum: Great Lakes
07-08-08, 06:37 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,396
Posted By d-klumpp

BG80, The one time I did the North Branch,...

BG80,

The one time I did the North Branch, for the beginning of a solo century last year, the NB Trail was pretty slow and crowded with dog walkers etc. Hard to believe, but it seemed worse than...
Forum: Great Lakes
07-08-08, 06:28 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,396
Posted By d-klumpp

Envane, Maybe stopping at 3 Floyds would...

Envane,

Maybe stopping at 3 Floyds would ease the return ride! ;-)

Dave
Forum: Great Lakes
07-05-08, 08:42 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,396
Posted By d-klumpp

From downtown Chicago 60 mi route

Hi! I live in downtown Chicago, just west of the Merchandise Mart, and always seek to find safe rides beyond the lakefront path. Starting from my home, I've now found a decent 60.2 mi roundtrip......
Forum: Touring
03-11-08, 06:33 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 588
Posted By d-klumpp

N.O. to Tampa: thoughts

Hi!

First, I want to thank the many of you who responded to my Dec request for light touring tire suggestions (I decided to go with Michelin Krylion Carbon 700x25).

Second, I've decided to fly...
Forum: Commuting
01-23-08, 08:12 PM
Replies: 31,391
Views: 1,281,885
Posted By d-klumpp

Doored for 1st time

It finally happened: I got doored on my trip into work today.

It took 8 yrs of commuting year-round on the streets of downtown Chicago (ave 6 days/wk), and I'm lucky to have only a large bruise...
Forum: Touring
12-02-07, 11:52 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,825
Posted By d-klumpp

light touring tires

Hi! Pardon me if this has been addressed previously, as I never find what I need with the BF search...

I'm more of a recreational roadie but want to go on a 2-week credit card tour somewhere in...
Forum: Great Lakes
09-19-07, 06:43 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 883
Posted By d-klumpp

I've been wanting to ride RAGBRAI since high...

I've been wanting to ride RAGBRAI since high school, and that was before:

1. I attended the UofIowa (Class of '85)
2. Married a woman from Adel, IA
3. Became a cycling fanatic

Now that I...
Forum: Great Lakes
09-18-07, 08:13 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 883
Posted By d-klumpp

Beer and riding -- good thing I emphasized...

Beer and riding -- good thing I emphasized "stability" in my Seven customization!!

Dave
Forum: Great Lakes
09-18-07, 08:10 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 883
Posted By d-klumpp

I'd love to come out for the Psimet, but my wife...

I'd love to come out for the Psimet, but my wife and I are finally hitting the road for a "summer" vacation...

We're throwing bikes on the new Thule rack and driving for a week of camping and...
Forum: Great Lakes
09-18-07, 07:33 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 883
Posted By d-klumpp

NSC soreness vs RAGBRAI

Hi!

I rode the NSC (100) and enjoyed it tremendously, but I was pretty sore afterward. I was OK for 80 mi or so, but the final bumps became rather annoying and couldn't imagine a long ride the...
Forum: Great Lakes
09-15-07, 01:34 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,992
Posted By d-klumpp

NSC Start Time?

How does the NSC start work? Do riders depart any time after registration? The website doesn't describe a defined start.

With the Bears game at 3:15, I need to be back in Evanston by 2:00, so...
Forum: Great Lakes
09-15-07, 01:33 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,992
Posted By d-klumpp

NSC Start Time?

How does the NSC start work? Do riders depart any time after registration? The website doesn't describe a defined start.

With the Bears game at 3:15, I need to be back in Evanston by 2:00, so...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-20-07, 08:42 PM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,408,332
Posted By d-klumpp

Seven Alaris

This is my first road bike, and it's incredible.

OK, this photo posting is proving to be a waste of time. I tried furnishing a PhotoBucket URL link, as suggested in another post, but the file was...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-20-07, 08:05 PM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,408,332
Posted By d-klumpp

Nice Elium

Smorg,

Nice bike and nice pics! I really wish my Seven came with the Seven seatpost collar.

I tried to post a photo of my new Alaris, but all I could attach was a thumbnail. How do you post...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-19-07, 05:20 PM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,408,332
Posted By d-klumpp

My first road bike

This bike is amazing, despite my photo. I rode my first century (103.5 mi) yesterday in very good comfort -- except for my aging, aching muscles today. I'm no maniac, but 35 mph descents are stable...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-17-07, 07:12 PM
Replies: 139
Views: 5,316
Posted By d-klumpp

Since I got my Omega Aqua Terra Big Size Chrono,...

Since I got my Omega Aqua Terra Big Size Chrono, I can't imagine wearing something plastic.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-14-07, 12:47 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,620
Posted By d-klumpp

Jarery, You're right. I forgot there are...

Jarery,

You're right. I forgot there are people out there who believe terrorism is the most important threat to us. [BTW, an objective review of data would suggest the greatest threats to public...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-14-07, 09:08 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,620
Posted By d-klumpp

Mileage effects

Flames,

I have a Jetta TDI, so I'm really interested in your experience.

I acknowledge the roof rack is a far more elegant solution, but mileage is a major factor as I decide between a roof and...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-08-07, 02:31 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 494
Posted By d-klumpp

Hi! You might consider a bike like the Jamis...

Hi! You might consider a bike like the Jamis Coda series.

http://www.jamisbikes.com/usa/bikes/07_bikes/codacomp.html

I have a Coda Elite that I've been using as a commuter/road bike...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-07-07, 10:01 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 531
Posted By d-klumpp

Thanks for the feedback. I appreciate it! ...

Thanks for the feedback. I appreciate it!

Any thoughts on black vs silver Aksiums? I'm leaning silver because I'm not sure about black rims with silver breaking surfaces (my ritchey aeros are...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-07-07, 09:41 PM
Replies: 144
Views: 11,570
Posted By d-klumpp

good value

Hey -- I looked at a steel Seven because I wanted custom geometry for my aging 6-4 body.

Then I realized I could get a Ti frame for only $600 more!!

I'm going low spec on a Seven Alaris (105...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-07-07, 03:09 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 363
Posted By d-klumpp

I don't know the cost for the frame alone, but...

I don't know the cost for the frame alone, but the Jamis Eclipse frame is 853 steel/carbon. The bike with Ultegra is $2500, so the frame alone is probably in your range.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-07-07, 02:58 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,411
Posted By d-klumpp

Beautiful! It's also really nice to see well-lit...

Beautiful! It's also really nice to see well-lit photos of IFs. Their website pics suck.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-07-07, 02:49 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 531
Posted By d-klumpp

25 vs 23C? Aksyium vs

Hi! I'm getting my first road bike since my '76 Peugot (that was later stolen in college). My current fast bike is a Jamis Coda Elite with 28Cs (good urban hotrod hybrid).

I'm getting a Seven...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-06-07, 09:14 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,097
Posted By d-klumpp

Chicago stores

I go to Kozy often (e.g., today looking for new accessories). They'll let you take bikes for test rides and have a good selection of accessories and clothing, usually 2-3 brands of most things and...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-22-07, 08:00 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 386
Posted By d-klumpp

Thanks for the suggestions. Yep -- I'm a...

Thanks for the suggestions.

Yep -- I'm a professor with a critical grant due in two weeks, so major computer time is unavoidable. Plus, I admit that my routine is to spend most evenings surfing...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-22-07, 06:40 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 386
Posted By d-klumpp

Carpal Tunnel

Hi! I suspect that I'm developing carpal tunnel problems. For any who've had experience with CT, will reducing my cycling help prevent worsening of the condition? Or are the problems elsewhere,...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-21-07, 05:22 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 925
Posted By d-klumpp

Thanks! Also, one encounter helped sell me...

Thanks!

Also, one encounter helped sell me on the Seven...

I was riding Bike-the-Drive in Chicago and saw a woman on an Axiom. When I asked her how she liked it, she started beaming and raved...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-21-07, 05:15 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,436
Posted By d-klumpp

Tom, Hi! I love my Jamis Coda Elite ('05)...

Tom,

Hi! I love my Jamis Coda Elite ('05) as an urban hotrod.

I think all Jamis bikes are a good value, and I recently tested a Quest (sweet ride). I was seriously considering the Eclipse,...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-20-07, 10:05 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 925
Posted By d-klumpp

Seven Alaris coming

OK, I pulled the trigger on a Seven and had my interview with my Fit Technician today (cool conversation). If the process goes smoothly, the frame will be delivered just after 04 Jul, and I should...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-10-07, 02:28 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,753
Posted By d-klumpp

Axiom S vs Serotta

Hi! I'm currently considering a Seven. The Alaris frame is about $500 more than the Axiom S but is titanium. I tested a Serotta and enjoyed the feel. However, being the superficial type, I...
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