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Forum: Road Cycling
07-03-09, 02:43 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 418
Posted By gunnar1947

Lake wide width shoes, which pedals?

I'd like to get a pair of Lake CX235C-X wide width cycling shoes in size 42.5. I'm having a difficult time finding out which pedals are compatible with these shoes. Anyone have any experience with...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-09, 01:37 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 863
Posted By gunnar1947

Is the saddle a Selle An-Atomica?

Is the saddle a Selle An-Atomica?
Forum: Road Cycling
05-20-09, 03:48 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 555
Posted By gunnar1947

This past winter I ordered a bunch of outdoor...

This past winter I ordered a bunch of outdoor gear from them. The prices were really good, sometimes shipping took a while on items not in stock. I'd order from them again.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-13-09, 07:07 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,474
Posted By gunnar1947

I recently got hit by a car. I got a lawyer, he...

I recently got hit by a car. I got a lawyer, he gets 20% of any personal injury awards, but 30% if the case goes to trial. The private property settlement (bicycle) is/was all done by myself. The...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-08-09, 04:20 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 787
Posted By gunnar1947

Are all of the Northwave's wide or just certain...

Are all of the Northwave's wide or just certain models? thanks
Forum: Road Cycling
01-14-09, 03:04 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 11,109
Posted By gunnar1947

I had a Giant OCR Limited just like that and...

I had a Giant OCR Limited just like that and loved it. I needed a bicycle/frame with a longer head tube and the slightly longer wheelbase than the TCR, which made for a great ride for me. This past...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-25-08, 07:01 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,767
Posted By gunnar1947

I have a pair of adidas winter booties in size...

I have a pair of adidas winter booties in size large that are big on me. So I can wear a thin pair of Voler booties under the Adidas'. I also wear of pair of wool socks. I did get a pair of...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-11-08, 07:38 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 783
Posted By gunnar1947

I have a Hammer Voler thermo jacket in size...

I have a Hammer Voler thermo jacket in size medium. The fit is generous especially the arms. I found that the jacket tends to hold moisture and not breathe well in temps around 40 degrees.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-31-08, 08:31 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 13,402
Posted By gunnar1947

I had a three level cervcal fusion in 2000,...

I had a three level cervcal fusion in 2000, forgot exactly which disc though. Since then I ride a frame with a slightly longer head tube, use a stem with a 10 degree rise and Salsa Poco short reach,...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-30-07, 07:51 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,168
Posted By gunnar1947

I've had a sore right sitbone for just over a...

I've had a sore right sitbone for just over a year now. I've tried time off of the bike, Assos Mille bibs, and a Terry Fly Ti saddle. The bibs and the saddle helped a little, but it's still sore....
Forum: Road Cycling
11-23-07, 12:46 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,857
Posted By gunnar1947

I just bought an Assos 851 jacket for $250...

I just bought an Assos 851 jacket for $250 shipped from gearlink.com on a post thanksgiving sale price. I wear Assos bibs and unpaded bib tights and really think they're worth the extra money...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-19-07, 05:14 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,122
Posted By gunnar1947

I think the better quality Tektro brakes in black...

I think the better quality Tektro brakes in black are the Quartz R750 availabble with a fake carbon finish at about 300 grams a pair. I have a set on my pedal Force QS2 and they look and stop nicely....
Forum: Road Cycling
11-05-07, 10:47 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 607
Posted By gunnar1947

Look into the Salsa Poco handlebars. Designed for...

Look into the Salsa Poco handlebars. Designed for women and younger riders. I use them due to back and neck problems that has limited my flexibility.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-10-07, 08:29 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,696
Posted By gunnar1947

Last year I bought a pair of Adidas bib tights...

Last year I bought a pair of Adidas bib tights and bib knickers. I tried them both on are found they were the worse fitting pieces of cycling clothing I'd ever bought. Ended up returning both of...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-05-07, 06:42 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,146
Posted By gunnar1947

Leader Bikes are selling cross frames on eBay...

Leader Bikes are selling cross frames on eBay cheaply:...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-03-07, 06:35 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,230
Posted By gunnar1947

I bought a Terry Ti Fly saddle for my road bike...

I bought a Terry Ti Fly saddle for my road bike and a Terry Cromoly Fly for my winter bike. They really seemed like too different saddles to me after riding each. The Cromoly was too soft for me, the...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-02-07, 11:53 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,700
Posted By gunnar1947

I recently built up a Cross Check into an 8 speed...

I recently built up a Cross Check into an 8 speed winter training bike using various components. The total weight is slightly over 22#. What a shock on my system compared to my 16# road bike. But...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-30-07, 09:07 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,204
Posted By gunnar1947

I would try to stay with a semi classic look with...

I would try to stay with a semi classic look with the La Raza. That would include a silver seatpost, stem, headset and handlebars. A white saddle and white handlebar tape would look nice too.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-05-07, 10:06 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 750
Posted By gunnar1947

Back in 2000 I had three cervical disc fused....

Back in 2000 I had three cervical disc fused. They replaced the disc with pieces of bone from my pelivs and put in titanium plates to secure everything. When I first started riding after surgery I...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-26-07, 06:12 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 808
Posted By gunnar1947

After a L4-5 lower back fusion four years ago I...

After a L4-5 lower back fusion four years ago I thought my cycling days were over. For a while I was in physical therapy which didn't really help that much. Then I tried yoga and slowly my lower back...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-17-07, 02:24 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 459
Posted By gunnar1947

I had the same problem with my Sram Rival shifter...

I had the same problem with my Sram Rival shifter and ended up getting a new one on warranty. The shop didn't even try to fix it, they just got me a new one right away.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-12-07, 06:06 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 384
Posted By gunnar1947

I've gotten better than advertised prices on...

I've gotten better than advertised prices on Assos at Licktons (http://www.lickbike.com/contact.asp) but when you phone in your order ask for the 'sales manager' for the lower rate. There prices are...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-20-07, 07:25 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,355
Posted By gunnar1947

I have a WTB Rocket V on my city single speed....

I have a WTB Rocket V on my city single speed. It's a great saddle for easy riding around town riding, but question whether it would be a good saddle on a road bike.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-20-07, 07:15 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,099
Posted By gunnar1947

At one time I could ride of $50 bibs all day...

At one time I could ride of $50 bibs all day long. Then last six months I got a pressure sore on my right sit bone that just won't go away. In desperation I bought a pair of Assos F1 Uno's. The Uno's...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-16-07, 02:29 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 425
Posted By gunnar1947

Another tough climb we did behind Nice was Mount...

Another tough climb we did behind Nice was Mount Chauve. Sorry I can't give you more details about the route. I was riding with a french club, Velosprint Biotois, and spoke very little french. But,...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-16-07, 07:33 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 297
Posted By gunnar1947

ID these carbon clinchers please?

I live in Milwaukee and a local chain of bike shops have these carbon clinchers on eBay. Normally I wouldn't buy 'unknown' wheels on eBay, but being a local shop with a warranty and service makes me...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-15-07, 01:55 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 425
Posted By gunnar1947

Try the Col de Vence a route used in many...

Try the Col de Vence a route used in many Paris-Nice races. The other side of Antibes is the Col de Gran Duc near Mandelieu la Napoule ,again used in local races. Not very steep the ride up to...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-11-07, 02:50 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,114
Posted By gunnar1947

I've been on Speedplay's for 12 years now and...

I've been on Speedplay's for 12 years now and never had a cleat pull out of the pedal. I'm very careful to use the special Speedplay cleat covers when walking around in my cycling shoes too. The...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-04-07, 06:01 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,304
Posted By gunnar1947

I bought a Pedal Force frame/fork/group etc. and...

I bought a Pedal Force frame/fork/group etc. and had my local bike shop build it up with no questions asked or problems. All the work was done in very early spring when the shop wasn't very busy at...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-07, 10:05 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 706
Posted By gunnar1947

You might look at the Salsa Poco handlebars....

You might look at the Salsa Poco handlebars. They're made for smaller rider or others that prefer a shorter reach and shallower drop. They do come in widths up to 44cm. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-17-07, 06:55 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,511
Posted By gunnar1947

I ride an IRO single speed with the no decals to...

I ride an IRO single speed with the no decals to school. The bike has no 'special' parts on it. I use a good quality lock and park in various places but go on assumption that if someone really wants...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-16-07, 02:03 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,354
Posted By gunnar1947

I have several Voler plain jerseys that I like...

I have several Voler plain jerseys that I like for $35 each. However, they do have a small Voler emblem on the chest and rear pocket. http://www.velowear.com/products/1010062BLKXSM.aspx
Forum: Road Cycling
05-15-07, 07:32 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,765
Posted By gunnar1947

I also like the Topeak Joe Blow Sport. Very...

I also like the Topeak Joe Blow Sport. Very reasonable cost and good construction. Pumps fairly quick too. It replaced my ancient Silca.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-14-07, 06:10 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,636
Posted By gunnar1947

All serious cleaning gets done in my buildings...

All serious cleaning gets done in my buildings basement wash tubes. My commuter bike gets stored in my storage locker down there. My two nice road bikes get stored in my kitchen on a rack, the...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-12-07, 06:41 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 542
Posted By gunnar1947

You might also try Icycles (Icyclesusa.com) ,...

You might also try Icycles (Icyclesusa.com) , they sell a left Shimano STI lever for $79.00+shipping....
Forum: Road Cycling
05-10-07, 03:28 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 847
Posted By gunnar1947

I've been on Speedplay's for 10 years now and I...

I've been on Speedplay's for 10 years now and I love them. So light weight, slim looking, and easy to get in and out of. +1 on the cleat covers for walking. The only drawback is replacement cleats...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-09-07, 11:05 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 939
Posted By gunnar1947

Try LP Composites at...

Try LP Composites at http://www.lpcomposites.com/thread.cfm?id=sp_seatposts.htm
Forum: Road Cycling
05-01-07, 11:04 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,130
Posted By gunnar1947

I'd be interested in ceramic bearing for my Sram...

I'd be interested in ceramic bearing for my Sram b.b. depending upon the price.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-30-07, 08:06 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 822
Posted By gunnar1947

Just for comparisons sake, last summer I bought a...

Just for comparisons sake, last summer I bought a new 2006 carbon Giant OCR Limited that had a list price of $1,900 for $1,500. So I don't think you're getting too much of a deal from the dealer for...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-21-07, 03:12 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,771
Posted By gunnar1947

I had a spinal fusion at the L4-5 level in 2003...

I had a spinal fusion at the L4-5 level in 2003 at age 56. It wasn't entirely successful however. Something about scar tissue forming on nerve roots as far as I have gathered. At first riding a road...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-18-07, 04:00 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,190
Posted By gunnar1947

Sometimes STP is great! This past weekend I...

Sometimes STP is great! This past weekend I ordered some bib shorts and got 20% off with a discount code. It made a good deal even better.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-12-07, 12:06 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 396
Posted By gunnar1947

Chuck's Bikes Forks-Deda or Trigon

Chuck's Bikes has two all carbon fiber road forks for the same price, $120. Between the Deda Blackmagic and the Trigon Oblix does anyone have any experience with either? I weight 160# if that matters...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-11-07, 10:53 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 632
Posted By gunnar1947

Reynolds Alta Aero Comp wheels, what size bearings?

I have a pair of the Reynolds Alta Aero Comp wheels and would like to install ceramic bearing in them. Does anyone know what size bearings I'd need? Thanks!
Forum: Road Cycling
04-05-07, 07:38 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,683
Posted By gunnar1947

Too many different shades of blue on the bike,...

Too many different shades of blue on the bike, I'd have gone black.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-04-07, 06:02 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,121
Posted By gunnar1947

I have a plain black jersey with a 3/4 zipper...

I have a plain black jersey with a 3/4 zipper that I got from Volver. Pretty affordable too.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-03-07, 10:15 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 407
Posted By gunnar1947

Voler Elite DX Bibs-Anyone try them yet?

I've been riding regular Voler bibs for several years now, but it's time for replacements. Has anyone tried this relatively new model Voler bib yet? They seem to be a little more hi-tech and more...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-03-07, 10:01 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 550
Posted By gunnar1947

Try Yellow Jersey bicycle shop in Madison, WI....

Try Yellow Jersey bicycle shop in Madison, WI. They have some classic shoes, cleats and toe clips. The web site is kind of poor so be patient, you'll probably have to call anyways for the specifics. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-03-07, 05:43 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,678
Posted By gunnar1947

Lickton's is located in suburban Chicago. They...

Lickton's is located in suburban Chicago. They have been in business for years. If I'm not mistaken they used to advertise in Velonews when it was still printed on newspaper and only in b & w....
Forum: Road Cycling
03-24-07, 09:16 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,100
Posted By gunnar1947

In the midwest Madison is a great biking town,...

In the midwest Madison is a great biking town, when the weather's half way decent. And on the west coast Portland is fantastic. Even in the rain in winter you see lots of riders out there riding.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-23-07, 06:16 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,650
Posted By gunnar1947

I used to have a 'computer' on my bike, but...

I used to have a 'computer' on my bike, but finally took it off. When I did use it I found myself becoming a 'slave' to the machine. It sort of took all of the fun out of riding. I found myself...
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