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09-21-22, 06:04 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,840
Posted By Helderberg

Good bye, ride on and be safe.

I wanted to post that I will not be checking in on the Bike Forum anymore. If you respond to any of my previous posts and I do not respond I am not being rude, I am simply not coming back. If I have...
09-21-22, 04:37 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,771
Posted By Helderberg

My point simply was and is that I am glad that...

My point simply was and is that I am glad that you found a system that works for you. You've gone through a lot of trial and error to find what you are comfortable with. I have gone through years of...
09-20-22, 09:15 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,771
Posted By Helderberg

I am glad you have found something that works for...

I am glad you have found something that works for you. Keep riding and be safe.
Frank.
09-18-22, 12:41 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,771
Posted By Helderberg

I went with the Shimano PD-M324 which is a...

I went with the Shimano PD-M324 which is a two-sided pedal, one clip-in one flat. I just needed to realize how I can use that feature to my best advantage. It took an embarrassing tip-over to drive...
09-17-22, 08:07 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,771
Posted By Helderberg

I do appreciate all of the posts both in favor...

I do appreciate all of the posts both in favor and against clipless pedal systems. I found, after only 16 miles, that I need to adjust the way I think bout some parts of riding my bike. What I mean...
09-16-22, 03:38 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,771
Posted By Helderberg

I went with SPD and I even have the two-sided,...

I went with SPD and I even have the two-sided, cleat - no cleat, and still managed to get myself crossed up. Thankfully I am fine and so is my bike.
Frank.
09-16-22, 03:07 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,771
Posted By Helderberg

My first time with clipless.

After having ridden a bike from the age of 9, with about 20 years off from back surgery and such, to now at 73 years of age today was my first time with clipless pedals. I worked them at home,...
09-15-22, 04:50 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 723
Posted By Helderberg

I have transitioned from a steel frame road bike...

I have transitioned from a steel frame road bike with friction shifters in the '80s, a low-end MTB style bike when I retired in 2014, Hybrid caliper, Hybrid Disc, and Gravel/Allrounder now. Had back...
09-05-22, 10:37 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 6,593
Posted By Helderberg

I, like many , searched around for a comfortable...

I, like many , searched around for a comfortable saddle but only became more frustrated. I got a sit bone measurement, bought the recommended saddle, and still had issues. After one longer ride, I...
09-04-22, 07:48 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,337
Posted By Helderberg

I am glad you came away with some knowledge you...

I am glad you came away with some knowledge you can use to this day. :thumb: The winters could be rough especially when I was doing new work with no heat. As my company became better established I...
09-04-22, 06:01 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,337
Posted By Helderberg

We have been in NC 8 years this December. I also...

We have been in NC 8 years this December. I also miss the NY seasons. Here is a photo of my work Van when I was in business. This is my home screen on my laptop. I know it sounds crazy but I really...
09-03-22, 01:45 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,337
Posted By Helderberg

I was born and grew up in Schenectady NY, near...

I was born and grew up in Schenectady NY, near Albany. I loved the Adirondack MTS, Altmont, Thatchers Park, Speculator, Sacandaga reservoir, and down along Rt.88 south. Nothing like that here in...
09-03-22, 08:15 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 933
Posted By Helderberg

Retired back in 2014. Thought I was going to go...

Retired back in 2014. Thought I was going to go stir crazy and took a job at a local box store. Since I had owned my own business for over 30 years, seeing the illogical placement of personnel at the...
09-02-22, 01:18 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,337
Posted By Helderberg

Where are you riding? I envy you as I miss the...

Where are you riding? I envy you as I miss the northeast every day.
Be safe.
08-27-22, 09:16 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,784
Posted By Helderberg

For me, it would be your #2 and #4. I would also...

For me, it would be your #2 and #4. I would also add that doing what works for you as opposed to what is the expert opinion of what is right. I have to configure my bike to be comfortable/rideable...
08-27-22, 04:09 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,337
Posted By Helderberg

Not any real dirt here to ride. This is just off...

Not any real dirt here to ride. This is just off the Greenway between my area and Wakeforest. I saw this a while back on one of my rides and when I got back there this time I decided to investigate....
08-26-22, 05:56 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,337
Posted By Helderberg

Had a great ride today.

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08-22-22, 05:46 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 591
Posted By Helderberg

All I can tell you is these have helped me. I...

All I can tell you is these have helped me. I have arthritis in my shoulders, elbows, and wrists so I need to set up the bar in a manner that is not at all normal. I would say you might be able to...
08-22-22, 05:19 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 591
Posted By Helderberg

I did not get the cruise control tops. I have a...

I did not get the cruise control tops. I have a thick wrap on the bar and at this time it is very comfortable.
This is the label that came with the bar. It is about 1.25 inch wider than my stock...
08-21-22, 12:17 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 591
Posted By Helderberg

Redshift bars.

Swapped out my stock bars for these. Big improvement for my arthritis.

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08-19-22, 08:13 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,833
Posted By Helderberg

Sorry, it took so long to get back to you. I...

Sorry, it took so long to get back to you. I could not find the box but I did last night.
Frank.
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08-11-22, 05:19 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,833
Posted By Helderberg

I have a 105 Topstone with an Omega FSA. I...

I have a 105 Topstone with an Omega FSA. I replaced it with an FSA AGX 46/30 with a new BB. I didn't go with the Shimano because the front derailer would not match so going with the FSA AGX was and...
08-11-22, 09:15 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 352
Posted By Helderberg

I am having a problem trying to confirm what flat...

I am having a problem trying to confirm what flat bar brake lever will work with the 105 calipers. I have found Shimano BL-M8000 Deore XT Brake Levers but can't find any information about if they...
08-10-22, 04:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 352
Posted By Helderberg

Thank you for this. I will look for the part...

Thank you for this. I will look for the part numbers and find the necessary parts. Is Microshift a decent quality piece? I have no experience with that brand.
My biggest concern is that the brake...
08-10-22, 03:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 352
Posted By Helderberg

Compatible with 105 brakes

I am going to convert my drop bar gravel bike to a flat bar bike. It is a 105 11 speed with 105 hydraulic brakes. I have, what I believe to be, the correct shifters for a flat bar with Shimano Shift...
08-03-22, 01:48 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 865
Posted By Helderberg

I have spent many hours on "Bike Insights"...

I have spent many hours on "Bike Insights" comparing my Topstone to other bikes I was considering as a replacement. The rear triangle on most of the bikes was nearly exactly the same and the reach is...
08-03-22, 09:18 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 865
Posted By Helderberg

Thank you.

Thank you.
08-03-22, 08:24 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 865
Posted By Helderberg

Drop bar gravel to flat bar hybrid.

I would like to convert my 105 gravel bike, Topstone, to a flat bar bike. I would need to change the shifters and brake levers but need to find the compatible parts. I believe the front and rear D's...
07-26-22, 10:30 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,217
Posted By Helderberg

Could you explain what the issue is that the...

Could you explain what the issue is that the seatpost caused? Thank you for your post.
Frank.
07-26-22, 08:40 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,223
Posted By Helderberg

I ride Cannondale and would recommend the nylon...

I ride Cannondale and would recommend the nylon cages. Right or left is referring to the construction of the cage that allows easier access from the right or left. I guess this would depend on if you...
07-25-22, 08:01 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,217
Posted By Helderberg

Interesting read, thanks. As is normaly the case,...

Interesting read, thanks. As is normaly the case, the posters got a bit off topic but I do get what the subject of the post is.
Thank you, Frank.
07-23-22, 06:46 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,217
Posted By Helderberg

I have changed from a saddle with long rails to a...

I have changed from a saddle with long rails to a Brooks and can not get the saddle to BB dimension the same. My current seat post has an extension off the back that is great for rail support but...
07-23-22, 04:20 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,217
Posted By Helderberg

The saddle I am using now has shorter rails than...

The saddle I am using now has shorter rails than my last saddle. The reach is different enough that I feel it in my shoulders and lower back.
Frank.
07-23-22, 01:28 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,217
Posted By Helderberg

0 setback seat post?

Has anyone here used a 0 setback seat post and if so how did you like it? Did it fix the issue and what was it or make things worse?
Thanks in advance, Frank.
07-18-22, 07:59 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 4,754
Posted By Helderberg

Not what I asked for but the information I was...

Not what I asked for but the information I was seeking. Thanks as I have come across the same with my body and was concerned that I may be just making excuses for buying the "correct" size bike. I...
07-15-22, 09:57 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 4,754
Posted By Helderberg

Thank you. I, unfortunately, do not understand...

Thank you. I, unfortunately, do not understand the importance of these stats but appreciate your attempt to educate me. I will look further, some time on Google, to better understand the effects of...
07-15-22, 09:11 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 4,754
Posted By Helderberg

I understand but for me, it infers a short front...

I understand but for me, it infers a short front end and what would be a twitchy handling bike. I realize I am being very general but this has been my limited experience. I would also add that not...
07-14-22, 12:17 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 4,754
Posted By Helderberg

Balance, had not given that enough thought. I...

Balance, had not given that enough thought. I have been using "Bike Insights" frame overlay site to help me with my search for a new bike. I have rejected more than a few makes that have short...
07-14-22, 11:18 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 4,754
Posted By Helderberg

Do you feel the shorter wheelbase is an issue? I...

Do you feel the shorter wheelbase is an issue? I have always gone up a size frame if there was a significant difference in wheelbase. I like the stability of a longer wheelbase but now, as I am...
07-14-22, 11:07 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 4,754
Posted By Helderberg

So sorry that my question has offended you so...

So sorry that my question has offended you so much. I did not mean to upset you with my "irrational" question. Please accept my sincere apology as I will certainly try to not upset you in the future....
07-14-22, 08:04 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,148
Posted By Helderberg

This is good information. I have not looked into...

This is good information. I have not looked into the Pinion transmission and did not know much, or anything for that matter, about the piece. If I had more years left on this planet I would...
07-13-22, 12:40 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 4,754
Posted By Helderberg

These bars are interesting. The photo below is a...

These bars are interesting. The photo below is a setup that I tried but did not feel comfortable with at the time. Who knows what will happen in the future.
Frank.
...
07-13-22, 07:53 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,148
Posted By Helderberg

I believe I am trying to do the impossible in...

I believe I am trying to do the impossible in that I want a bike that I can go out and thrash myself on a hard ride or just jump on for a leisurely ride around the village. My area is nothing but...
07-13-22, 07:33 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 4,754
Posted By Helderberg

This seems to be my issue. I have, in the past,...

This seems to be my issue. I have, in the past, been able to take a size larger frame and make it work with stem and seat post. That has changed now that I am 73, pushing 74, I have found that I am...
07-13-22, 07:32 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 4,754
Posted By Helderberg

This seems to be my issue. I have, in the past,...

This seems to be my issue. I have, in the past, been able to take a size larger frame and make it work with stem and seat post. That has changed now that I am 73, pushing 74, I have found that I am...
07-12-22, 08:10 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 4,754
Posted By Helderberg

Frame size preference.

If you had to have one or the other would you rather have a frame one size too large or one size too small? You could do anything after to the bike to adjust it except alter the frame.
Still a very...
07-11-22, 09:46 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,148
Posted By Helderberg

Lightweight and compliance are the two biggest...

Lightweight and compliance are the two biggest factors. I have now expanded my search to include carbon endurance bikes. I have been looking at the group sets for the Hybrids and not a lot of 11...
07-10-22, 04:13 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,148
Posted By Helderberg

Thank you so very much but I will have to decline...

Thank you so very much but I will have to decline your very generous offer. Distance and a home situation would not allow this. You are very kind to offer me this opportunity and I am truly grateful...
07-10-22, 11:00 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,148
Posted By Helderberg

Thank you for this information. Much appreciated....

Thank you for this information. Much appreciated.
Frank.
07-10-22, 09:17 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,148
Posted By Helderberg

Thanks for this information. What 35mm tires did...

Thanks for this information. What 35mm tires did you try and how did you like them? I tried a set of WTB Riddlers like the set that came on a topstone I have. I like them but they wear out easily but...
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