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Forum: Road Cycling
12-29-06, 11:44 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 837
Posted By imageWIS

I took the bike in and they installed a new tube,...

I took the bike in and they installed a new tube, the tube had a big hole in it but the tire was perfect, it was really odd. I bought a patch kit just in case anything happens.

Jon.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-28-06, 11:33 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 837
Posted By imageWIS

But I have yet to even ride it! It was just flat...

But I have yet to even ride it! It was just flat when I came back, how can that be?

Jon.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-28-06, 11:19 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 837
Posted By imageWIS

I got a flat without riding my new bike?

So I picked up my new Trek 1500 for the LBS today and I took it home (I had to detach the front wheel) and I then reattached it and left the bike in the garage. I went to have dinner, went to play...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-22-06, 07:57 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 881
Posted By imageWIS

Discount price for a 07’ Trek 1500?

I went to my local dealer and he was only willing to give me $25 off the $1149.99 price, plus 10% off accessories, even though this is my 2nd bike purchase with them (in under a year), and the other...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-26-06, 12:59 PM
Replies: 324
Views: 26,541
Posted By imageWIS

Her in SoFLA, on Sunday mornings you see a lot of...

Her in SoFLA, on Sunday mornings you see a lot of nondescript white vans parked along A1A (the FL equivalent of the PCH), and they are all used to transport bikes.

Jon.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-25-06, 09:39 AM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,417,155
Posted By imageWIS

PhatG, What Alfa is that? Jon.

PhatG,

What Alfa is that?

Jon.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-25-06, 09:37 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,218
Posted By imageWIS

23’s vs. 25’s Tires, pros and cons?

What are the pros and cons of 700 x 23 tires vs. 700 x 25 tires?

Jon.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-18-06, 12:13 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 6,125
Posted By imageWIS

The C-Dale dealer was honest and said (after he...

The C-Dale dealer was honest and said (after he tried to help me as much as possible, including changing the seat around, using a shorter stem, etc…) that it may just be getting used to; other than...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-18-06, 12:07 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 816
Posted By imageWIS

The stems were the same (at least I’m pretty sure...

The stems were the same (at least I’m pretty sure they were: is Trek in the habit of using different stems for the same type and size of bike?), I’m not sure the handlebars were tilted the same way...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-18-06, 11:19 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 816
Posted By imageWIS

Color. They were both 2007 52cm Trek 1500’s. ...

Color. They were both 2007 52cm Trek 1500’s.

Jon.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-18-06, 09:12 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 816
Posted By imageWIS

Maybe it’s because I am used to riding a...

Maybe it’s because I am used to riding a cross-country bike and not a road bike, so I am not used to the stretched out position. At the same time I rode 2 different Trek 1500’s this weekend. On one I...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-18-06, 08:31 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 816
Posted By imageWIS

No, I’m 23. Jon.

No, I’m 23.

Jon.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-18-06, 08:31 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 6,125
Posted By imageWIS

I did check out a 50cm Cannondale R1000 (same...

I did check out a 50cm Cannondale R1000 (same fame) and I felt a bit cramped AND I still felt pressure on my shoulders. Also, I rode another Trek 1500 and unlike the first 1500 I rode, I also felt...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-16-06, 07:36 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 816
Posted By imageWIS

According to the C-Dale catalogue, the 52...

According to the C-Dale catalogue, the 52 actually measures 50. Also, I checked the dimensions of either bike and the differences are negligible. 3

Also, we measured the bar width on the R700 and...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-16-06, 07:14 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 816
Posted By imageWIS

He moved them slightly, he is the owner of the...

He moved them slightly, he is the owner of the store and it has been there for quite a while (6-7 years) I’m pretty sure he knows what he is doing (at least I hope he does). They rent road bikes and...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-16-06, 06:47 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 816
Posted By imageWIS

Bike hurts my shoulders? Even when adjusted? Why?

I’m looking at 2 bikes right now (as per my other thread regarding pricing and general fit), the Cannondale R700 and the Trek 1500. I tired a 52 for both, but for some reason the R700 hurt my...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-16-06, 04:36 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 6,125
Posted By imageWIS

I checked out another place and they wanted...

I checked out another place and they wanted $1250, firm (and frankly their CS sucked, the other place, which is a lot closer to my house was a lot better).

I did try the Trek 1500 and I can get...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-15-06, 01:14 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 6,125
Posted By imageWIS

Yeah, it’s the 9-speed. I’m going to check out...

Yeah, it’s the 9-speed. I’m going to check out another C-Dale dealer this weekend.

Jon.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-15-06, 09:03 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 6,125
Posted By imageWIS

What that C-Dale dealer wants to sell me is an...

What that C-Dale dealer wants to sell me is an 06’ CAAD 8 R700 that he has in stock in my size. He wants $1150 for it. Worth it?

Jon.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-14-06, 01:56 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 6,125
Posted By imageWIS

Me too. Plus my LBS Cannondale dealer gives free...

Me too. Plus my LBS Cannondale dealer gives free tune-ups for life.

Jon.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-14-06, 11:11 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 6,125
Posted By imageWIS

Prices (since Grasschopper asked): $1350 for the...

Prices (since Grasschopper asked): $1350 for the CAAD 8 Optimo 1 and $1600 for the CAAD 9 Optimo 3.

Jon.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-13-06, 12:12 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 6,125
Posted By imageWIS

Is the upgrade from the CAAD8 Optimo 1 to the...

Is the upgrade from the CAAD8 Optimo 1 to the CAAD9 Optimo 3 worth it? Or is it too big of a monetary jump?

Jon.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-11-06, 03:28 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 6,125
Posted By imageWIS

I felt like I was carrying my weight on my...

I felt like I was carrying my weight on my shoulders. I am slim...so I don’t think it was a problem with my upper body weight.

Jon.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-11-06, 03:13 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 6,125
Posted By imageWIS

The CAAD8 Optimo 1, which is a 10spd: ...

The CAAD8 Optimo 1, which is a 10spd:

http://www.cannondale.com/bikes/07/cusa/road/caad8/model-7RA81D.html

Jon.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-11-06, 01:24 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 6,125
Posted By imageWIS

Obviously I have to ride the 1500…but is everyone...

Obviously I have to ride the 1500…but is everyone in agreement that the CAAD frame is a better frame than the 1500’s SLR?

Also, is the Shimano 105 crank on the 1500 better than the TruVatiV Elita...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-10-06, 09:46 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 6,125
Posted By imageWIS

Fit-wise, do you think I’m probably a 52 or a 50?...

Fit-wise, do you think I’m probably a 52 or a 50? Are those 2 internet sizing tools reliable?

Jon.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-10-06, 08:38 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 6,125
Posted By imageWIS

What to buy? CAAD8 or Trek 1500? Fit questions as well…

Yesterday I tried out an 06’ Cannondale CAAD8 R700 52cm, dual crank…seemed fine (in all honesty it was the first time I have been on a road bike…I’m an XC guy), a bit noisy the front, but maybe...
Forum: Mountain Biking
03-20-06, 03:01 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,148
Posted By imageWIS

Inasmuch as I do like Cdale, I think I am going...

Inasmuch as I do like Cdale, I think I am going to have to go with the Trek. I find the reasoning behind the purchase of a Cdale similar to my reasoning behind my car purchase. I bought an Audi...
Forum: Mountain Biking
03-20-06, 12:31 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,148
Posted By imageWIS

Actually, the Trek felt lighter than the F400, I...

Actually, the Trek felt lighter than the F400, I think the frame is lighter, although the finishing on the Cdale frame is better than it is on the Trek. Primarily, the reason I am inching towards the...
Forum: Mountain Biking
03-19-06, 09:37 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,148
Posted By imageWIS

Actually, the 6500's Manitou Axel Elite has a...

Actually, the 6500's Manitou Axel Elite has a 'TCP Lockout' feature, although it’s not as accessible as the headshok…

Jon.
Forum: Mountain Biking
03-19-06, 08:06 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,148
Posted By imageWIS

So, I have narrowed down my choices to: Trek...

So, I have narrowed down my choices to:

Trek 6500 Disc ($909, I can get it from dealer @ $769):

http://www2.trekbikes.com/bikes/bike...d=1033600&f=19

Or Cannondale F400 ($779, Firm):
...
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