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Forum: Road Cycling
01-05-21, 07:48 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,632
Posted By vfrjo

Mrs. Vfr ordered same same like yours. Probably...

Mrs. Vfr ordered same same like yours. Probably around the same date. She received tracking info (on dec 30)saying they would be delivered Jan 21. The wheels were delivered the next day. ...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-17-16, 08:00 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 13,832
Posted By vfrjo

I came by tonight to start this very thread, but...

I came by tonight to start this very thread, but I was too late. TJ seems to be able to keep up with the big dogs, almost. I was hoping he would jump up and go today, then he started going...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-27-16, 08:04 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,428
Posted By vfrjo

A few years ago, lbs had a Felt demo day. Not...

A few years ago, lbs had a Felt demo day. Not sure which frame it was, but a fellow on a test ride hit a pot hole hard enough to endo flip. Taco'd the front wheel, and broke the nds chainstay,...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-08-16, 11:07 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 4,938
Posted By vfrjo

I have a 6 year old son and a 3 year old...

I have a 6 year old son and a 3 year old daughter. Ride every once in a while when they're shopping with mom or something, but hit the trainer a good bit while hanging out with them. They grow up...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-25-15, 08:56 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,757
Posted By vfrjo

https://sp.yimg.com/xj/th?id=OIP.M75e46d5422a0b193...

https://sp.yimg.com/xj/th?id=OIP.M75e46d5422a0b193095e7fba33c66dc6o0&pid=15.1&P=0&w=300&h=300

"Breaking Away" dvd
Forum: Road Cycling
12-13-15, 09:11 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,774
Posted By vfrjo

I ended up ordering a 48 in the 171. If they...

I ended up ordering a 48 in the 171. If they fit, done deal, if not, I'll send them back. No biggie. I've only found a few places that carry sizes larger than 48, and most of them are asking full...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-13-15, 08:59 PM
Replies: 152
Views: 6,318
Posted By vfrjo

https://www.greatlakesbrewing.com/edmund-fitzgeral...

https://www.greatlakesbrewing.com/edmund-fitzgerald

Victory at Sea | Ballast Point (http://www.ballastpoint.com/beer/victory-at-sea/)

Two of my favs, but almost anything will do. I don't care...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-11-15, 09:19 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,774
Posted By vfrjo

Bontrager RL Road Shoe | Cycling shoes | Cycling...

Bontrager RL Road Shoe | Cycling shoes | Cycling apparel | Apparel (http://www.trekbikes.com/us/en_US/apparel/cycling-apparel/cycling-shoes/bontrager-rl-road-shoe/p/11652)

This is the shoe I tried...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-11-15, 08:42 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,774
Posted By vfrjo

Shoe fit

So, I'm in the market for some new shoes. I've tried on a few different brands at various lbs, and have decided that a bontrager 48 wide fits about as good as one could ask for. My question? How...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-15-15, 10:10 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,719
Posted By vfrjo

I went through something similar earlier in the...

I went through something similar earlier in the summer. Got to the point where I was forgetting things, became clumsy, having a hard time concentrating on work/cooking/anything really. Went to the...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-12-15, 05:54 PM
Replies: 3,380
Views: 531,306
Posted By vfrjo

That Jamis is super nice. I liked mine...

That Jamis is super nice.

I liked mine better than the caad10 i test rode...it's been rock solid.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-07-15, 08:36 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 4,723
Posted By vfrjo

I install HVAC equipment and ductwork. Chase my...

I install HVAC equipment and ductwork. Chase my kids around, coach baseball, cook bbq...

Also do the 12 oz curls, seems to help with morale.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-31-15, 08:50 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,210
Posted By vfrjo

She has other hobbies that she enjoys, like...

She has other hobbies that she enjoys, like scrapbooking, going to the nail place (not the hardware store) with her mom, etc.... but she's been looking for a way to get outside more. She used to...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-30-15, 08:03 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,210
Posted By vfrjo

The Mrs. has decided to join in the fun.

http://www.myjamis.com/SSP%20Applications/JamisBikes/MyJamis/consumer/images/bikes_page/2015_bikes_page/15_venturaracefemme.jpg

Picking her bike up later this week. How many of you all ride with...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-02-15, 09:59 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,707
Posted By vfrjo

The Icon Pro is a good bike. I love mine. It is...

The Icon Pro is a good bike. I love mine. It is a pretty stiff ride, but it's not too stiff. Dunno if that helps. It's just right for me. Like that last bowl of porridge. Zero problems with...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-24-15, 11:32 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,047
Posted By vfrjo

Elite Qubo + or something for me. The one with...

Elite Qubo + or something for me. The one with the adjustable resistance thing. (which was set to hardest, and hasn't been used since, really just gets in the way) I'd go for the one without the...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-24-15, 11:28 PM
Replies: 174
Views: 12,792
Posted By vfrjo

Construction super is adult daycare. Hah. ...

Construction super is adult daycare. Hah. Anybody that's ever worked on a big project has seen that. I was an Industrial Carpenter for 12 years, now (with wife and kids) work as a HVAC/R...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-05-14, 08:21 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,416
Posted By vfrjo

Old school hip, new school hop.

Old school hip, new school hop.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-05-14, 04:07 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,840
Posted By vfrjo

I like the 3t rotundo. Got a good deal on a legit...

I like the 3t rotundo. Got a good deal on a legit "team" bar, or I'd be on the pro.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-30-14, 11:51 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,485
Posted By vfrjo

I love mine

I love mine
Forum: Road Cycling
08-27-14, 04:18 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,331
Posted By vfrjo

My lbs got their shop kits through Epix. Pretty...

My lbs got their shop kits through Epix. Pretty nice, $155 for bibs and ss jersey. I like mine.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-24-14, 01:04 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 971
Posted By vfrjo

The guy that works the bike counter at my lbs (an...

The guy that works the bike counter at my lbs (an outdoor supply company, tents, boots, etc...) says he changes his every 3 months, tires and tubes, just to be sure. "Your tires are looking a little...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-18-14, 05:30 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,475
Posted By vfrjo

I had same bars on same bike ('13). Changed to 3t...

I had same bars on same bike ('13). Changed to 3t rotundo team bars with.fixik super light tape. I notice a difference in that my shoulders feel better after 30 miles or so. Not really in the road...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-24-14, 07:12 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,737
Posted By vfrjo

1975 Raleigh Grand Prix. To my dad, this year...

1975 Raleigh Grand Prix. To my dad, this year for his birthday( He's 59 this year). He used to ride when in his teens/twenties. Said he remembered when the Raleigh came out, but he couldn't afford...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-24-14, 07:02 PM
Replies: 389
Views: 65,621
Posted By vfrjo

aren't these: View-Speed Cyclops Glasses...

aren't these: View-Speed Cyclops Glasses (http://www.shop.view-speed.com/View-Speed-Cyclops-Glasses-610098715948.htm)

and these: Pyramex Intruder Safety Glasses with Indoor-Outdoor Lens...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-23-14, 07:06 PM
Replies: 194
Views: 32,567
Posted By vfrjo

389145 ****= Fred. My guess: prolly.

389145
****= Fred. My guess: prolly.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-19-14, 04:18 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,382
Posted By vfrjo

C-clip was creaking on mine. Took everything...

C-clip was creaking on mine. Took everything loose and I could see where it was rubbing without lube. I tried several products, and use slick 50 spray silicone lube on them now. Spray them, clip in...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-15-14, 08:37 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,911
Posted By vfrjo

+1 on if you stop sweating, stop what you're...

+1 on if you stop sweating, stop what you're doing and drink some water. 6-10 oz every fifteen mins or so. Saw a guy at work who was way overheated, dehydrated and tired. Stopped sweating, knew...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-09-14, 07:57 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,618
Posted By vfrjo

Rotundo. I picked up a team (carbon) model, not...

Rotundo. I picked up a team (carbon) model, not the fakes from China, on eBay a few months ago and I love 'em.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-06-14, 08:52 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,085
Posted By vfrjo

Check the sale pages at competitivecyclist.com....

Check the sale pages at competitivecyclist.com. They have some decent deals on jackets right now.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-18-14, 02:57 PM
Replies: 3,261
Views: 639,074
Posted By vfrjo

My brother used to live off that road in valle...

My brother used to live off that road in valle crucis. Nice place. Lots of hills.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-06-14, 04:25 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 5,631
Posted By vfrjo

Longer rides are ok. I'm good for about four...

Longer rides are ok. I'm good for about four hours before I start to feel every ripple. That's about my limit anyway (endurance wise). Shouldn't be a problem at the stp.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-11-14, 07:48 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 5,631
Posted By vfrjo

Dont rule out Jamis either. I rode a caad10 5...

Dont rule out Jamis either. I rode a caad10 5 (and a felt f75), but when I tried the jamis, it was it for me. The icon elite (ultegra) or icon pro (105).
I was set on the caad 10, ended up with...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-06-14, 10:16 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,556
Posted By vfrjo

I wanted to mention something about keeping the...

I wanted to mention something about keeping the phone dry. May not be an issue for everybody, but I have to do something to keep mine dry. Zip-lock bag works for me, even though I agree that it...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
02-26-14, 09:54 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,441
Posted By vfrjo

I'm going with the wife. staying with some of her...

I'm going with the wife. staying with some of her family, somewhere in Richmond. It's about 6 hours away for us.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-25-14, 05:45 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 5,075
Posted By vfrjo

I think it comes down to access. The lbs Is one...

I think it comes down to access. The lbs Is one store. My lbs sold some askiums for $175 New not too long ago. If they advertised that price online they would have sold quick. When one searches for...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-24-14, 09:00 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 5,075
Posted By vfrjo

It is. $72 for gp4000s here, each. That's how it...

It is. $72 for gp4000s here, each. That's how it is I guess. I've been friends with a lbs owner since before I got into road bikes, and before he had his own shop. I bought a bike from him, and...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-21-14, 11:56 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 15,330
Posted By vfrjo

+1 rotundo. The bar on my super sport is old...

+1 rotundo. The bar on my super sport is old school round, when I got the jamis it came with ritchy compact bars that I never felt right on. Picked up some rotundos and am back to the same feel I got...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-20-14, 07:04 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 678
Posted By vfrjo

Wilier gran turismo. Dura ace di2 Boyd wheels.

Wilier gran turismo. Dura ace di2 Boyd wheels.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-13-14, 08:05 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 6,851
Posted By vfrjo

Get it wherever you want. I would try it out...

Get it wherever you want. I would try it out first tho to make sure it fits you right. My lbs fitted a similar bar/stem (integrated) the guy paid $450 for online, for him to realize he needed to...
Forum: Southeast
02-12-14, 07:40 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 999
Posted By vfrjo

Tour d'apple in Hendersonville looks fun. I...

Tour d'apple in Hendersonville looks fun. I didn't find out about it till the day before in 2013, may ride it this year.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-22-14, 07:27 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,785
Posted By vfrjo

http://www.competitivecyclist.com/lezyne-flow-cage...

http://www.competitivecyclist.com/lezyne-flow-cage?ti=U2VhcmNoIFJlc3VsdHM6TGV6eW5lOjExOjE6TGV6eW5l

big bottles stay till you need them. Holds 26 oz podium bottles perfect.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-08-14, 06:41 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,291
Posted By vfrjo

I found out with motorcycle gloves (riding a...

I found out with motorcycle gloves (riding a motorcycle) that padding in certain spots was causing my hands to go numb. Changed gloves, numbness went away. I've been using non padded gloves since, no...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-14-13, 08:20 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 13,594
Posted By vfrjo

You done good. I happen to ride a 58 if you...

You done good. I happen to ride a 58 if you don't like the color or something.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-12-13, 06:54 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 13,594
Posted By vfrjo

I paid 1600 for the icon pro in June. Have around...

I paid 1600 for the icon pro in June. Have around 1500 miles on it, and I couldn't be happier. They do have a lifetime frame warranty. I chose it over the felt f75 (I think) and the caad10 5, after...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-13-13, 02:13 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,856
Posted By vfrjo

It's #5...

It's #5 (http://www.bikeforums.net/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=5) that gets me.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-10-13, 02:46 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,564
Posted By vfrjo

Best thing is to ride a 58 and a 61. I too am...

Best thing is to ride a 58 and a 61. I too am 6'3", and I ended up with a 58 jamis icon. I have an older schwinn that is a 61, and i feel like I'm too stretched out on it. Both have 120mm stems,...
Forum: Manufacturer, Retailer, Survey and Consumer Feedback
10-06-13, 08:00 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 14,899
Posted By vfrjo

9 business days, every time, like clockwork for...

9 business days, every time, like clockwork for me.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-25-13, 07:08 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,208
Posted By vfrjo

I have a topeak mini dual or something I got with...

I have a topeak mini dual or something I got with a gift card. Works great, fits in a pocket no problem. Maybe an inch sticking out. Pumps to 115 psi.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-18-13, 07:29 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,800
Posted By vfrjo

I've only heard good things. I just ordered some...

I've only heard good things. I just ordered some bibs from them today, so we'll see. Like any UK .com, the shipping will likely take two weeks minimum. I know with my three orders from...
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