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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-20-22, 09:42 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 210
Posted By ArizonaAdam

Question about 3-pack mount on carbon fork

I have a Whisky CXLR carbon fork with 3-pack mounts.

I took out the plastic plugs to install bolts but the bolts will only go in half way before bottoming out (even though the bolts are several mm...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-16-20, 12:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,137
Posted By ArizonaAdam

Thanks! And can I ask how you found that so...

Thanks! And can I ask how you found that so quickly?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-16-20, 12:22 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,137
Posted By ArizonaAdam

Do you recognize these pedals?

Curious what these are, I feel like I've seen them in person before but can't place....
Forum: Road Cycling
12-28-13, 10:46 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,537
Posted By ArizonaAdam

Wasn't taking to you. Appreciated your response.

Wasn't taking to you. Appreciated your response.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-28-13, 10:44 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,537
Posted By ArizonaAdam

This is how you get to 4500 posts in 2 years...

This is how you get to 4500 posts in 2 years while adding nothing of substance.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-28-13, 10:42 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,537
Posted By ArizonaAdam

Thanks. I've not seen a test program in the...

Thanks.

I've not seen a test program in the shops I frequent. I'll have to call around.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-28-13, 10:39 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,537
Posted By ArizonaAdam

This sub forum is so easily offended I just don't...

This sub forum is so easily offended I just don't care. Keep your garbage responses to yourself.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-28-13, 09:57 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,537
Posted By ArizonaAdam

So, where to start the trial and error? At $100+...

So, where to start the trial and error? At $100+ a pop, that's an expensive test ride.
Forum: Southwest
12-28-13, 09:47 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,572
Posted By ArizonaAdam

Edits: The Las Vegas Down Syndrome Cycling...

Edits:

The Las Vegas Down Syndrome Cycling Century is OFF the list this year, per an e-mail from the org.

Added Bootleg Banzi (MTB)
Forum: Road Cycling
12-28-13, 09:45 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,537
Posted By ArizonaAdam

What's the *best* road saddle

I"m 250 miles into this week and am planning to ride again tomorrow. Longest week I've ever had before this is 200.

My behind is sore. I have never loved my stock saddle but it has been...
Forum: Southwest
12-19-13, 02:16 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,282
Posted By ArizonaAdam

McCoullough was fun enough last weekend but a...

McCoullough was fun enough last weekend but a little tame for my tastes. I'll probably hit Cowboy this Saturday with MTBLV Meetup. Where are the SNMBA planned rides posted??
Forum: Road Cycling
12-17-13, 02:40 PM
Replies: 21,338
Views: 5,196,368
Posted By ArizonaAdam

Wheels and tires: White Industries t11s laced to...

Wheels and tires: White Industries t11s laced to Velocity a23s with Sapim CX-ray, brass nipples, all black.

I put on new Conti 4000s, new tubes, and stans rim tape (it came installed).

All...
Forum: Southwest
12-13-13, 07:25 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,282
Posted By ArizonaAdam

Rode down to lake las vegas this morning on the...

Rode down to lake las vegas this morning on the roadie. Hitting McCullough for the first time on sunday.
Forum: Southwest
12-05-13, 01:41 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,572
Posted By ArizonaAdam

2014 Events (Southern Nevada)

In the interest of planning, what major organized events are happening in 2014? Here are the ones I'm aware of.

Bootleg Banzai (MTB race), February 1st (http://cascobaysports.com/bootlegenduro)...
Forum: BMX
12-05-13, 08:43 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,111
Posted By ArizonaAdam

I see this is an older post but the topic is one...

I see this is an older post but the topic is one I'm exploring at the moment, too.

The $150 price point is a tough one. You can get a "kids" bike for that price, from REI or Performance that will...
Forum: Commuting
12-05-13, 08:36 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,523
Posted By ArizonaAdam

I don't know for sure but can tell you for sure...

I don't know for sure but can tell you for sure there's no such law.

Ever consider a folder?
Forum: Commuting
11-25-13, 04:16 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,735
Posted By ArizonaAdam

Mechanical repair (all stashed in an old water...

Mechanical repair (all stashed in an old water bottle): Multi tool (lezyne 5?), tube, tire levers, patches

The day's clothes (minus shoes, which stay at the office)

Lunch, usually in a couple...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-22-13, 08:33 PM
Replies: 3,145
Views: 938,530
Posted By ArizonaAdam

Prowheelbuilder.com is doing 20% off powertap...

Prowheelbuilder.com is doing 20% off powertap packages plus free shipping at the moment.

I JUST bought new wheels from them. With the free shipping, and 20% off, I could have upgraded my WI...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-18-13, 09:34 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,490
Posted By ArizonaAdam

Stans says only tubeless-specific tires are safe...

Stans says only tubeless-specific tires are safe to run tubeless at road pressure. Hutchinson makes the only official options.
Forum: Southwest
10-09-13, 03:40 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,434
Posted By ArizonaAdam

I liked Viva this year. Coming from Canada you...

I liked Viva this year. Coming from Canada you shoudl be warned that some folks find that September is still too warm for their liking. I haven't done the grand fondo.
Forum: Southwest
10-04-13, 01:01 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 992
Posted By ArizonaAdam

Bummer, last time I went to Bike Shop a stoned...

Bummer, last time I went to Bike Shop a stoned salesman told me that something I asked about was "legit, too legit to quit." I walked out and haven't returned.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-03-13, 10:53 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 8,448
Posted By ArizonaAdam

But you could make chicken **** salad, if that's...

But you could make chicken **** salad, if that's what you want. :)
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-03-13, 10:38 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 8,448
Posted By ArizonaAdam

No, you may not rebuild that bike. For 1/2...

No, you may not rebuild that bike.

For 1/2 the money you'd spend on parts you could get a great, serviceable ride.
Forum: Southwest
10-01-13, 11:08 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 992
Posted By ArizonaAdam

I can order online easily enough, just trying to...

I can order online easily enough, just trying to stay local if possible.
Forum: Southwest
09-24-13, 07:45 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 992
Posted By ArizonaAdam

Any great wheelbuilders in Las Vegas?

ProWheelBuilder.com apparently used to operate out of Las Vegas but no longer does.

Anyone had any luck getting a wheel built in Vegas?
Forum: Commuting
09-24-13, 10:04 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,349
Posted By ArizonaAdam

Not that I recall. I'm actually pulling the rack...

Not that I recall. I'm actually pulling the rack tonight to travel with the bike for some light recreational riding. I plan to test the shimmy unloaded.
Forum: Commuting
09-23-13, 05:39 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,349
Posted By ArizonaAdam

Of course, I seldom find the need to ride...

Of course, I seldom find the need to ride no-handed. I first discovered the shimmy when I took off into the parking lot planning to put my gloves on while I rode. Plans quickly changed. ...
Forum: Commuting
09-23-13, 04:35 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,349
Posted By ArizonaAdam

What do you plan to do to fix it? Please let me...

What do you plan to do to fix it? Please let me know if you come up with something that works.
Forum: Commuting
09-23-13, 04:34 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,349
Posted By ArizonaAdam

Yep, and then only when loaded.

Yep, and then only when loaded.
Forum: Commuting
09-23-13, 04:22 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,349
Posted By ArizonaAdam

Do you tolerate any handle bar shimmy/shake?

I've done a fair bit of internets reading on this phenomenon of the front wheel shaking back and forth. It seems sometimes it's just a frame characteristic.

See...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-17-13, 04:31 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,840
Posted By ArizonaAdam

I did this at one point on my hybrid/commuter...

I did this at one point on my hybrid/commuter because I wanted a rear fender and it would not fit with the fd on the bike. I took off the inner and outer rings, bought shorter chainring bolts, and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-16-13, 11:56 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 747
Posted By ArizonaAdam

The act of patching a hole isn't time-prohibitive...

The act of patching a hole isn't time-prohibitive on the road but often finding the puncture is. I carry one tube and a fresh patch kit. I use the new tube, keep the patch kit as an emergency...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-16-13, 11:53 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 5,563
Posted By ArizonaAdam

Sorry to bump a thread that took such a strange...

Sorry to bump a thread that took such a strange turn.

I did some "testing" this weekend. I stopped pedaling and went for full aero. It got me an extra 3.5 mph on a stretch where I'd maxed out at...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-09-13, 05:42 PM
Replies: 3,145
Views: 938,530
Posted By ArizonaAdam

Powertap alloy training wheelset, free shipping...

Powertap alloy training wheelset, free shipping today and tomorrow from Performance Bike.

$699. Less than the current price for the hub alone.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-07-13, 07:16 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 5,563
Posted By ArizonaAdam

Downhill speed

I only have a compact crank, so I spin it out at just about 40 mph downhill.

What puzzles me, however, is that I see people simply out-coasting me, even when I'm pedaling.

I'm 6', 168 pounds...
Forum: Northern California
09-06-13, 10:59 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 595
Posted By ArizonaAdam

Have a day, renting a bicycle. Advice? (San Francisco, CA)

I'm flying in Tuesday morning (9/10) for a meeting on Wednesday morning. I'm staying at the Cornel De France near Powell and Bush.

Tuesday will have enough flexibility that I plan to rent a bike...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-01-13, 09:42 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 916
Posted By ArizonaAdam

I hear not-good things about pbk. Anyone use...

I hear not-good things about pbk. Anyone use them?
Forum: Road Cycling
08-31-13, 08:45 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 631
Posted By ArizonaAdam

300 miles (including mountain bike rides). ...

300 miles (including mountain bike rides).
Also, a 52 miler with 5,000 feet of climbing.
Forum: Southwest
08-29-13, 01:51 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,282
Posted By ArizonaAdam

I'd probably ride the 75. It looks like if we...

I'd probably ride the 75. It looks like if we get a "team" (edit: 5 or more) together the cost is only $50/person.

There's three of us here already.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-28-13, 09:38 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,245
Posted By ArizonaAdam

The 324s are totally random. Mine, if anything,...

The 324s are totally random. Mine, if anything, tend to come up perpendicular to the ground.
Forum: Southwest
08-25-13, 07:19 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,282
Posted By ArizonaAdam

(Las Vegas) Ride 2 Recovery Honor Ride, November 9, 2013

I hear a lot about Viva Bike Vegas and Pedal to the Medal. I'm wondering if anyone is doing or has done in the past the Honor Ride. It's an organization that assists disabled vets.

Looks like a...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-20-13, 08:58 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 568
Posted By ArizonaAdam

Is this a good deal for PowerTap?

$862 for a PowerTap G3/DT Swiss RR440 rear wheel.

It seems like a wheel for the price of the hub. Am I missing something?

Thanks
...
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-15-13, 06:25 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 428
Posted By ArizonaAdam

You have a saddle that's comfortable on a bike...

You have a saddle that's comfortable on a bike you liked enough to name. Seems to me you're set!
Forum: Road Cycling
08-11-13, 12:07 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 5,320
Posted By ArizonaAdam

I'm wheel shopping at the moment. Will probably...

I'm wheel shopping at the moment. Will probably buy 11 just to future proof.
Forum: Commuting
07-31-13, 04:41 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,165
Posted By ArizonaAdam

This is very often true, but in this case you...

This is very often true, but in this case you have my permission to buy a new bike. An entry-level bike from a bike shop will be 10x better than your current bike, will be repairable, and most...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-30-13, 09:24 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 6,464
Posted By ArizonaAdam

One shop, 10% just by asking. Second shop,...

One shop, 10% just by asking.

Second shop, 20% off during advertised sale.

Third shop, no discounts unless marked (didn't buy there).
Forum: Southwest
07-23-13, 12:31 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 716
Posted By ArizonaAdam

Have a morning to MTB near St. George, UT

I'm going TO (not through) St George for the first time next week and will have one or two mornings to mountain bike.

Looks like Gooseberry is the place to be, though I'd love recommendations...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-22-13, 06:09 PM
Replies: 437
Views: 347,787
Posted By ArizonaAdam

I'm new to drop bars. I went on my first...

I'm new to drop bars. I went on my first extended ride, 34 miles, and the hoods were not at all what I expected. My hands seemed to rotate down, sort of "rolling off" the hoods to the outside. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-20-13, 03:39 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 915
Posted By ArizonaAdam

Nashbar had a 20% off coupon a few days ago that...

Nashbar had a 20% off coupon a few days ago that worked. Pretty common.
Forum: Southwest
07-18-13, 11:05 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 988
Posted By ArizonaAdam

After I registered for Viva Bike Vegas and paid...

After I registered for Viva Bike Vegas and paid through active.com, my registration e-mail contained a Interbike registation link.
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