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Forum: Road Cycling
01-08-15, 11:48 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,054
Posted By Markj61

First time. Century. 7000' climb. IMO,...

First time.
Century.
7000' climb.

IMO, it seems crazy to combine more than 2 out of those 3.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-15-14, 07:08 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 10,707
Posted By Markj61

I'm waiting on the damn new "Damneo"

I'm waiting on the damn new "Damneo"
Forum: Road Cycling
08-14-12, 08:45 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 13,248
Posted By Markj61

Props also to you and this beauty.

Props also to you and this beauty.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-14-12, 08:36 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 13,248
Posted By Markj61

Great! I prefer more silver to the carbon and...

Great!
I prefer more silver to the carbon and black bits, but your choices there limit you (I went down that road) and to each his own. That is badass.

As others have said the bars to me are the...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-24-12, 12:02 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,008
Posted By Markj61

Ditto on Joe Blow Sport with twin head. ...

Ditto on Joe Blow Sport with twin head.
Flawless. Cheap. Yellow.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-23-12, 08:29 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 901
Posted By Markj61

mapmyride has about 20 rides in your immediate...

mapmyride has about 20 rides in your immediate area (and a 20 sec ad wait time!)
Ridewithgps has a bit less

They both have many hundreds not far from you in Lansing/E Lansing area
Forum: Road Cycling
07-08-12, 07:49 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 9,987
Posted By Markj61

+1. I used to enjoy working on bikes. Now I...

+1.
I used to enjoy working on bikes.
Now I enjoy having someone else work on them.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-16-12, 10:18 AM
Replies: 3,116
Views: 533,609
Posted By Markj61

A quick phone shot from my morning ride along...

A quick phone shot from my morning ride along Lake Michigan

http://distilleryimage10.s3.amazonaws.com/d6c06baab7c111e1b00112313800c5e4_7.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
01-10-11, 10:59 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,409
Posted By Markj61

seriously, tho, cool bike. Reminds me a bit of...

seriously, tho, cool bike.
Reminds me a bit of my blue steel Waterford-made Salsa La Raza with silver Campy-Thomson theme, too.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-10-11, 10:54 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,409
Posted By Markj61

http://scrapetv.com/News/News%20Pages/Everyone%20E...

http://scrapetv.com/News/News%20Pages/Everyone%20Else/images-2/prince-guitar-smiling.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
12-15-10, 02:22 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 12,878
Posted By Markj61

and try the C&V forum here if you haven't...

and try the C&V forum here if you haven't already.
This is borderline but Trek-heads there may know more.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-14-10, 10:18 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 12,878
Posted By Markj61

What SB said. 1995 (or 1996) methinks. (1993...

What SB said.
1995 (or 1996) methinks. (1993 had DT shifters, 2100 was absent from '94, and '97 would've been 8-speed)
http://www.vintage-trek.com/TrekBrochures.htm ('95 is last one they have)
...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-14-10, 10:59 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,436
Posted By Markj61

I've had succes in similar situations with...

I've had succes in similar situations with packing a good, light, long sleeve base layer in a jersey pocket, then if and when I get cold, I just stop for a minute, strip and add that on.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-14-10, 10:21 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,105
Posted By Markj61

!? ..and 25's at 120psi? I would think...

!?

..and 25's at 120psi?
I would think running them that hard would cancel out any cush benefit.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-14-10, 08:17 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,105
Posted By Markj61

I ride conti gp4000 25's on my steel, and one...

I ride conti gp4000 25's on my steel, and one thing I noticed on this tire is that it's fairly "tall". (bead to apex).
I actually had to dremel a bit off my FD clamp to get the conti 25s to clear. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-14-10, 07:55 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 4,389
Posted By Markj61

Great build! I bet that looks even sexier from a...

Great build! I bet that looks even sexier from a 3/4 view based on the photography in Pinarello's nice recent print ads.

As a campy rider I also cringe a bit at the shifters, but you're the boss...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-14-10, 07:38 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 4,389
Posted By Markj61

+1

+1
Forum: Road Cycling
10-16-10, 07:12 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 642
Posted By Markj61

Yes, but the Dominator (mtb) is the same shoe...

Yes, but the Dominator (mtb) is the same shoe (except sole) as the Genius 5 (road) so it's possible, if the did change Genius 5, anyway.

When I bought my 2011 Dominators, they did fit a tiny bit...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-07-10, 07:00 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,802
Posted By Markj61

Next time, cut it in half, be more direct, and...

Next time, cut it in half, be more direct, and lose the CAPS, rhetorical questions, and long-windedness.
Then you'll stand a better chance of them (and BF-ers) actually reading the whole thing.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-07-10, 06:44 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 906
Posted By Markj61

I doubt it. While there may be some...

I doubt it.
While there may be some physiological basis to this, In practice, it's over-simplifified and optimistic at best.
I have been on rides where I my core/head were over-dressed and still...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-18-10, 04:57 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,887
Posted By Markj61

really? FAIL

really?
FAIL
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-18-10, 04:32 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,004
Posted By Markj61

Interesting triple up front. the two big rings...

Interesting triple up front. the two big rings are fairly close in size, and the small ring is still pretty big (40?)
Anyway, nice bike!
IMO its crying out for skinwalls, but that's just me.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-15-10, 11:22 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,244
Posted By Markj61

I've heard similar, and I think that's just...

I've heard similar, and I think that's just stretching it, 1.5 hrs, OK, but 2.5?
I guess it depends on what you mean by "getting through". No thanks.

I'm never more than 2 hours into (even a...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-15-10, 06:34 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 10,144
Posted By Markj61

That looks tough! I really like your build,...

That looks tough!
I really like your build, down to the details like the red spacer and cable housing.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-14-10, 07:01 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,959
Posted By Markj61

This is true. But it did get me thinking about...

This is true.
But it did get me thinking about a hypothetical....

If your legs are stronger than they were before, then your circuit seems easier to accomplish...
But by pushing this same...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-10-10, 06:14 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,621
Posted By Markj61

Congrats on the bike. Now the next best thing to...

Congrats on the bike. Now the next best thing to learn is how to use periods.

Fixed.
(sorry couldn't resist)
;)
Forum: Road Cycling
07-10-10, 07:45 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,207
Posted By Markj61

You don't have to. Nash, Perf, usually having...

You don't have to.
Nash, Perf, usually having something on sale for <$5
I prefer Defeet Speede socks in the heat, tho.
Super thin, fit and hold up great.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-09-10, 09:56 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,463
Posted By Markj61

I'm a Thomson fan. X2 Elite works great for me,...

I'm a Thomson fan. X2 Elite works great for me, but then again I have a silver thing going and wanted to go matchy-matchy with my silver Thomson Elite post. It's CNC machined from as solid billet,...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-08-10, 09:47 PM
Replies: 111
Views: 6,100
Posted By Markj61

Thompson Elite seatpost, and Elite X2 stem. ...

Thompson Elite seatpost, and Elite X2 stem.

and to a lesser (and less important) extent, Podium bottles.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-08-10, 02:23 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 3,770
Posted By Markj61

Here's an option if you want to to try Red: ...

Here's an option if you want to to try Red:
http://www.probikekit.com/display.php?code=S0158

or White with Red:...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-04-10, 06:45 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,448
Posted By Markj61

Just over half a pound (.58) unless Perf. is...

Just over half a pound (.58) unless Perf. is seriously fudging spec.
Can't imagine a 1lb tube unless it's for my old red Huffy in 1970.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-30-10, 11:48 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 7,777
Posted By Markj61

Really? Performance usually has 3 packs for <...

Really?
Performance usually has 3 packs for < $20, which I would think should last at least a year for anyone.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-26-10, 09:31 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 15,615
Posted By Markj61

I have a Limar head. I have one of their older...

I have a Limar head.
I have one of their older models and it fits me best, is light, and has big vents that work well.

They have a new ultralight that I'm tempted by, but the 777 probably would...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-22-10, 07:21 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 5,067
Posted By Markj61

Props, that post just crossed over that thin line...

Props, that post just crossed over that thin line between stupid and genius!
:thumb:
Forum: Road Cycling
06-22-10, 06:52 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 5,067
Posted By Markj61

The real issue, and the one that distinguishes it...

The real issue, and the one that distinguishes it from cosmetic retouching, is that the editors made the decision to put the provocative headline of their story onto LA's shirt, thus (and this is the...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-10, 07:20 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,306
Posted By Markj61

Correction. It's a 2008 Descente Intermezzo. ...

Correction. It's a 2008 Descente Intermezzo.
It's only 3/4 zip, but fits me (170, 6'2", 44" chest) like a glove.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-10, 06:57 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,306
Posted By Markj61

FWIW, I have same build, wide shoulders, thin...

FWIW, I have same build, wide shoulders, thin waist, longish torso.
The best fitting jersey I have is a Descente from 2009.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-10-10, 05:50 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,079
Posted By Markj61

They give you a bit longer lever to turn the...

They give you a bit longer lever to turn the gear, but don't change gearing.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-24-09, 09:03 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,729
Posted By Markj61

Groups and all parts within are tarriff free to...

Groups and all parts within are tarriff free to US. Look at the line items for derailleurs, brakes, cranks etc on page 22 of the Ch 87 pdf.

Customs at ORD held a package and tried to collect on...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-19-09, 06:53 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,181
Posted By Markj61

What's toasted and how?

What's toasted and how?
Forum: Road Cycling
10-06-09, 03:38 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,313
Posted By Markj61

Awesome new cycling gloves!

...especially for the white kit crowd ;-)

http://handerpants.com/
Forum: Road Cycling
09-30-09, 06:29 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 482
Posted By Markj61

I'm bored...and confused. Are the above...

I'm bored...and confused. Are the above comments/photos about the same tires?
How can they hold up for 5k km, yet have substantial wear after 1 race.

Sounds like they were just worn out and you...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-05-09, 08:38 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 328
Posted By Markj61

6-8 is bearable. Fog kept a lot away. There was a...

6-8 is bearable. Fog kept a lot away. There was a pesky 5k charity run on way back but I'm not racing and dogging by then anyway.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-05-09, 06:57 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 328
Posted By Markj61

a.m. Chicago: Random Musings.

Out at six. Still kinda dark. Days shortening

Bad crash on the LSD. Nbound closed. Cab and another crushed car. Maybe fire too.

Lots of ducks over lake. Small groups. No big flocks yet.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-03-09, 05:49 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 5,095
Posted By Markj61

-100 for being a degenerate

-100 for being a degenerate
Forum: Road Cycling
08-26-09, 05:36 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,635
Posted By Markj61

Some guys do a home brew of Chain Saw Bar Oil and...

Some guys do a home brew of Chain Saw Bar Oil and mineral spirits...
They say it's like Pro-Link

I use the real Pro-Link myself, it seems to work well as both cleaner and a lube...

–when...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-19-09, 10:52 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,496
Posted By Markj61

Probably would help. Purely anecdotal, but I...

Probably would help.
Purely anecdotal, but I was flatting fairly often on a set of DedaTre RS Corsa (great feel, similar in style to your Champions) usually from tiny limestone rock shards. I upped...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-17-09, 06:18 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 957
Posted By Markj61

I have a Thomson. It is built very well...

I have a Thomson.

It is built very well while being light.
It functions perfectly.
It looks really good (esp. in silver!).
Forum: Road Cycling
08-15-09, 08:33 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,251
Posted By Markj61

Poptarts are an interesting idea. I'll have to...

Poptarts are an interesting idea. I'll have to try them on a ride.
I just checked the nutrition info and the carbs, sugars, calories, fat & sodium content is surprisingly very close to Clif Bars...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-12-09, 06:34 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 9,977
Posted By Markj61

I hate big bags that bounce and bang around. ...

I hate big bags that bounce and bang around.

I like a a very small bag, packed, that can secure way up under seat and is narrow at the front to avoid any thigh rub.
I carry everything you list in...
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