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Forum: Southwest
01-05-17, 04:22 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 5,477
Posted By Gramin

Las Vegas Group Rides

Any suggestions for Sunday group rides that depart somewhat close to the Vegas Strip? Will be in Las Vegas next month and would love to join a group ride. Not sure if I'll have a car, hence why I'm...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-18-16, 11:55 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 8,720
Posted By Gramin

I'm assuming you didn't get the $50 off promo...

I'm assuming you didn't get the $50 off promo they're offering right now? Saw the promo but am betting Garmin is excluded from it.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-02-15, 05:01 PM
Replies: 119
Views: 20,609
Posted By Gramin

My .02. Focus on frame and geometry and fit...

My .02. Focus on frame and geometry and fit first. All the other parts you can easily upgrade. Nothing wrong with picking up a sweet Emonda SLR with 105 and then putting DI2 on it later down the road...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-06-15, 03:33 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,578
Posted By Gramin

Unless you're in Chicago's Loop district, which...

Unless you're in Chicago's Loop district, which prohibits cyclists of ALL ages from riding on the sidewalks. (Just an interesting tidbit)

OP, don't let it get to you. Ride safely, ride...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-02-15, 03:01 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,917
Posted By Gramin

This is what I tell my fiancée every time she...

This is what I tell my fiancée every time she yells at me for braking hard while driving, saying that her body is flying around like a ragdoll. "Sweetheart, you should have braced yourself." As you...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-02-15, 02:55 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,920
Posted By Gramin

https://www.3tcycling.com/road/en/become-3t-ambass...

https://www.3tcycling.com/road/en/become-3t-ambassador/
Forum: Road Cycling
09-30-15, 10:29 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 851
Posted By Gramin

Reach out to your Trek dealer, tell him you want...

Reach out to your Trek dealer, tell him you want to buy a road bike, and see if he can find you a 2015 Emonda SL5 for sub 2k (shouldn't be an issue on the $, might be harder on finding the bike)....
Forum: Road Cycling
09-30-15, 10:18 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 851
Posted By Gramin

Reach out to your Trek dealer, tell him you want...

Reach out to your Trek dealer, tell him you want to buy a road bike, and see if he can find you a 2015 Emonda SL5 for sub 2k (shouldn't be an issue on the $, might be harder on finding the bike)....
Forum: Road Cycling
09-24-15, 03:14 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,251
Posted By Gramin

Oh, one more thing. I'm of the mindset that you...

Oh, one more thing. I'm of the mindset that you buy a nice frame and cheaper components as it's easier and often cheaper to replace the components later on. Get a great frame that will last you the...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-24-15, 03:11 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,251
Posted By Gramin

What others have said. Test ride, figure out what...

What others have said. Test ride, figure out what you like, but I'd definitely suggest taking out a Trek Emonda (I'm partial to mine). Buying to be shipped? That part bothers me. You're going to want...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-22-15, 02:43 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,815
Posted By Gramin

Are you talking about your legs or your nether...

Are you talking about your legs or your nether regions? Because if it's the latter, I have learned from personal experience that after shaving care is just as important as what you use to shave with.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-19-15, 05:08 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,646
Posted By Gramin

From your link: "Effective control can only...

From your link:

"Effective control can only be achieved by stealthy approach and then spraying the pressurized material directly into the nest opening – holding the nozzle against the hole. The...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-15-15, 09:24 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 3,863
Posted By Gramin

Zero so far, but that could change this weekend....

Zero so far, but that could change this weekend. I'm riding in a century and the organizers have warned that the North Shore police will ticket for failure to abide by all traffic laws, including...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-15-15, 09:17 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 18,995
Posted By Gramin

You know what they say about big feet.... hard to...

You know what they say about big feet.... hard to find shoes.

I'd check out your LBS. I'm also a member of the big feet club and was able to score a $200 pair of last year's shoes for $75 at my...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-11-15, 11:39 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,462
Posted By Gramin

Psh, your comparison is awful! This is more...

Psh, your comparison is awful! This is more appropriate:

Each year approximately 34,000 people in the U.S. die from secondhand smoke. Does this mean I should become a hermit for fear that my next...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-11-15, 10:17 AM
Replies: 162
Views: 12,543
Posted By Gramin

Weak is relative. If you're riding at 12-14mph,...

Weak is relative. If you're riding at 12-14mph, you can probably get away with using the small. But as others have pointed out, on a group ride where we average 20+mph, small isn't going to provide...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-19-15, 03:28 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 7,995
Posted By Gramin

I don't think the Freds will know what you're...

I don't think the Freds will know what you're talking about. And for that matter, UlleVives is breaking Rule 43.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-19-15, 12:54 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 4,125
Posted By Gramin

Absolutely... especially in crowded areas, like...

Absolutely... especially in crowded areas, like Chicago, on the MUP / LSP, where there are tons of pedestrians, skaters and cyclists, and you're riding slow, and can't hear someone yelling "LEFT!"...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-19-15, 08:56 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,817
Posted By Gramin

I saw the open casting call for that Lance...

I saw the open casting call for that Lance Armstrong action flick. I was going to go for it but then I saw the bit about having to cut off a testicle... ya know, to make it more realistic for the...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-19-15, 08:53 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,561
Posted By Gramin

As another poster requested, please pass along...

As another poster requested, please pass along the link to the actual bike. Get this book:...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-19-15, 08:23 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,561
Posted By Gramin

1. All bikes that you can physically ride are...

1. All bikes that you can physically ride are "real."

2. It says that listing has ended. :/
Forum: Road Cycling
08-19-15, 07:57 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,817
Posted By Gramin

True story... the only reason I know what N A M B...

True story... the only reason I know what N A M B L A stands for is my former Israel / Palestinian Conflict professor was making a point about how anyone can create an organization for just about...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-19-15, 07:49 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,472
Posted By Gramin

If you have a few free minutes some time, go to...

If you have a few free minutes some time, go to Wahoo's website and put in a ticket for both. Never hurts to let them know we're anxiously awaiting these updates.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-18-15, 07:51 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,472
Posted By Gramin

I submitted a ticket to Wahoo yesterday on this...

I submitted a ticket to Wahoo yesterday on this feature and they responded that it is in the works but have no ETA. The rep said he would pass my note along to the engineering team. Here's hoping...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-17-15, 08:02 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,472
Posted By Gramin

Thanks, but I thought the auto-pause worked off...

Thanks, but I thought the auto-pause worked off the GPS readings, or will the Strava app use the data from the ANT+ speed/cadence sensor?
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-17-15, 01:09 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,472
Posted By Gramin

Never! I love my Android device.

Never! I love my Android device.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-17-15, 12:58 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,472
Posted By Gramin

RFLKT+ and Cycling App with Auto-Pause

Good afternoon everyone. Not yet ready to spend too much money on a cycling computer (with my wedding only nine months away, my fiancée is keeping my cycling budget restricted) I picked up the RFLKT+...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-11-15, 04:05 PM
Replies: 3,145
Views: 939,092
Posted By Gramin

Nashbar - 25% off all tires and tubes. Today only.

Nashbar - 25% off all tires and tubes. Today only.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-21-14, 05:26 PM
Replies: 27,281
Views: 6,589,279
Posted By Gramin

Erm... pretty sure you missed my sarcasm...

Erm... pretty sure you missed my sarcasm...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-21-14, 02:24 PM
Replies: 27,281
Views: 6,589,279
Posted By Gramin

I just lost my lunch...

I just lost my lunch...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-21-14, 12:58 PM
Replies: 27,281
Views: 6,589,279
Posted By Gramin

Oh... no way to keep it white. It will turn...

Oh... no way to keep it white. It will turn black. But when it's fresh white, it's going to look hot. Again, it's a nice bike, and if you like it, that's all that matters. But for me, aesthetically...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-21-14, 11:22 AM
Replies: 27,281
Views: 6,589,279
Posted By Gramin

Not... I like the frame, but the rest of the...

Not... I like the frame, but the rest of the setup is killing it for me. My suggestions: stem has to go, white tape, white saddle, white cages and lose those tires. Saw your follow up post about the...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-21-14, 11:07 AM
Replies: 27,281
Views: 6,589,279
Posted By Gramin

Disclaimer: The following statements are the...

Disclaimer: The following statements are the opinions of Gramin and only of Gramin. The opinions are not representative of any other entity.

Not...

First, you gotta stage her correctly. Drive...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-21-14, 11:02 AM
Replies: 27,281
Views: 6,589,279
Posted By Gramin

Are you B10's alter ego???

Are you B10's alter ego???
Forum: Road Cycling
04-21-14, 10:59 AM
Replies: 27,281
Views: 6,589,279
Posted By Gramin

Woot! I was gone for a few days and missed the...

Woot! I was gone for a few days and missed the re-grand opening! Time to catch up. And a nice bike to do it with. HOT. Thanks Gus, for taking our advice. One thing though... your valves should be at...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-15-14, 11:36 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,425
Posted By Gramin

Drive side, remove bag, level saddle, white tape...

Drive side, remove bag, level saddle, white tape (or all black saddle)... oh wait... this isn't HrN. Dammit...

But seriously, nice bike! And since your saddle isn't level, I'm assuming you didn't...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-11-14, 10:03 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 5,502
Posted By Gramin

Best of luck for a successful ride and even more...

Best of luck for a successful ride and even more successful fundraising this weekend! One of my colleagues does an MS ride in the Chicago burbs in June (I think). Me and some other colleagues are...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-11-14, 06:12 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,071
Posted By Gramin

Buy the one you like the best. If you don't like...

Buy the one you like the best. If you don't like it, you're not going to ride it. If you love it, you'll be on it every day.

Also, how good are you at bike repair? If you're going to need a mech...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-10-14, 03:57 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 19,452
Posted By Gramin

Agreed. Seeing as how this is your first road...

Agreed. Seeing as how this is your first road bike, buy it from an LBS that's as close as possible to your home. For the first time buyer, I think LBS should be near the top of your "What I want in a...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-10-14, 12:34 PM
Replies: 27,281
Views: 6,589,279
Posted By Gramin

Um... why are you creeping my FB page? I am...

Um... why are you creeping my FB page? I am dating Taylor Swift, so back the H E double hockey sticks off.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-10-14, 10:48 AM
Replies: 27,281
Views: 6,589,279
Posted By Gramin

This color scheme just isn't working for me. And...

This color scheme just isn't working for me. And honestly, I prefer the logo version than the non logo version. Maybe it's too shiny? The shiny white and shiny black are bothering me... matte would...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-10-14, 10:44 AM
Replies: 27,281
Views: 6,589,279
Posted By Gramin

This... typically, the standard is a white garage...

This... typically, the standard is a white garage door. But as long as it's solid colored (obviously not black in this case), we'll be able to give it a better look. My initial read is that it's...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-09-14, 02:04 PM
Replies: 27,281
Views: 6,589,279
Posted By Gramin

Getting there. Need to stage better though....

Getting there. Need to stage better though. Remove that bag, get it in front of a white background (or at least something solid color). Also, the red bar tape... go black... it looks like it's not an...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-09-14, 01:51 PM
Replies: 27,281
Views: 6,589,279
Posted By Gramin

My sister loved Barney. I couldn't stand it. I...

My sister loved Barney. I couldn't stand it. I don't think it's around, but what do I know... I'd rather watch Game of Thrones or Homeland... not quite the same demographic that Barney was aiming...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-09-14, 01:36 PM
Replies: 27,281
Views: 6,589,279
Posted By Gramin

Ask and thou shall receive, my child... ...

Ask and thou shall receive, my child...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XwLLH9EZiqc
Forum: Road Cycling
04-09-14, 01:29 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,327
Posted By Gramin

The first rule of BikeForums is: You do not talk...

The first rule of BikeForums is: You do not talk about bikes.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-09-14, 01:23 PM
Replies: 27,281
Views: 6,589,279
Posted By Gramin

Way too nice... more like.............. Why...

Way too nice... more like..............

Why the H E double hockey sticks would you post an incomplete bike, not to mention the stock photo of said bike? And a TREK!? Are you kidding me... I...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-08-14, 07:49 PM
Replies: 140
Views: 8,298
Posted By Gramin

For a Canadian, gadabout007 is vicious. Or maybe...

For a Canadian, gadabout007 is vicious. Or maybe he's from the US but just relocated to Canada? I know quite a few Canadians, and he definitely breaks the mold.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-08-14, 04:39 PM
Replies: 140
Views: 8,298
Posted By Gramin

Funny that you post that... I have a 100lb puppy...

Funny that you post that... I have a 100lb puppy who has a crate just like that. Being an environment friendly individual, I'd like to re-use the crate when the puppy is finished. Top of the list:...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-08-14, 04:11 PM
Replies: 140
Views: 8,298
Posted By Gramin

False. There is nothing wrong with leaving your...

False. There is nothing wrong with leaving your kids home alone while you ride your amazing bike.


The issue only comes once they (a) burn the house down, (b) mutilate each other, or (c) child...
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