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12-23-13, 07:05 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,267
Posted By swalburn

Do you think it is worth upgrading the hubs to DT...

Do you think it is worth upgrading the hubs to DT 240's or White Industries as opposed to his in house hub? It adds about 250 dollars to the cost of the wheelset to upgrade the hubs.
12-21-13, 04:19 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,267
Posted By swalburn

New carbon tubulars - Boyd or Psimet?

I'm getting a new set of carbon tubulars for racing next season. I'm leaning toward the Boyd 24/28 - 44mm deep models for 1320 dollars or set from Psimet with White Industries T11 hubs on a 38 mm...
09-20-13, 12:16 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,164
Posted By swalburn

I just did the same thing. I picked up a new...

I just did the same thing. I picked up a new Cronus with Canti's. I actively looked for a bike without discs. I have two sets of tubies and like to be able to use my road wheels. I had my...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-13-11, 06:43 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,368
Posted By swalburn

I have them and love them. You will probably get...

I have them and love them. You will probably get flamed by people saying the wheels are to heavy or that mavic sucks, but I raced them all year in crits and road races and they are outstanding. For...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-10-11, 03:39 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,795
Posted By swalburn

I managed to ride it about 140 miles over the...

I managed to ride it about 140 miles over the last two days. I had a compact on my previous bike and went to standard on this one with ceramic BB. My previous ride was a lynskey 310. So far the...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-09-11, 07:01 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,795
Posted By swalburn

New Madone 5.5

I picked up a madone 5.5 frameset yesterday and had it built up. Most of the parts came from my previous road bike. I did splurge on a Sram Red crankset with ceramic bearings. The bike is equipped...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-25-10, 08:07 AM
Replies: 208
Views: 10,111
Posted By swalburn

I didn't have anything under the tree, but I...

I didn't have anything under the tree, but I received a huge gift card to my favorite shop that will probably go toward paying for my new race team kits this year (or new bike). My Birthday is...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-12-10, 01:28 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,493
Posted By swalburn

Update - I'm currently riding a Lynskey R310 and...

Update - I'm currently riding a Lynskey R310 and it is amazing, but today I got a chance to take an Addict out for an extended ride. My jaw is still hanging open in disbelief. I put my race wheels...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-10-10, 06:54 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,493
Posted By swalburn

I was originally looking at the new 2011 Tarmac...

I was originally looking at the new 2011 Tarmac Pro sl3 frameset. The only thing was that I wanted the oversized bottom bracket, but you can't get that on that model unless you buy a complete bike. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-10-10, 05:28 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,493
Posted By swalburn

I should have probably mentioned, I can get the...

I should have probably mentioned, I can get the R2 frameset for 1800, the R1 for 2150, and if I go with the Cervelo I would pick up the new Rival equipped bike for 3200. Like I mentioned I have a...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-09-10, 07:11 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,493
Posted By swalburn

I appreciate the input. I thougth about waiting...

I appreciate the input. I thougth about waiting for the F01 but would like to have a frame for next season and I don't think f01 is going to be out any earlier than July. I really like the idea of...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-09-10, 01:39 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,493
Posted By swalburn

Opinions - Cervelo S2 or Scott Addict

I generally hate threads like this, but am looking for opinions of these two frames. I've read just about everything I can read in old threads and am curious to hear from anyone who has ridden both....
Forum: Road Cycling
11-05-10, 09:22 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,348
Posted By swalburn

I'm loving the S2 with rival. I'm either going...

I'm loving the S2 with rival. I'm either going to ride that for next season or a Scott Addict R1. My LBS that I adore is a Scott dealer, but I've lusted after a s2 for a long time.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-05-10, 08:45 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,348
Posted By swalburn

Cervelo 2011

I believe it is up for real this time. The S1 appears to be gone.

http://www.cervelo.com/en_us/bikes/2011/
Forum: Road Cycling
11-02-10, 07:33 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,230
Posted By swalburn

I'm looking a little closer and I'm pretty sure I...

I'm looking a little closer and I'm pretty sure I jumped the gun on this. I don't think the S models are completely updated yet and that is why the link I posted isn't available on the Cervelo...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-02-10, 06:52 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,230
Posted By swalburn

I'm kind of bummed as a couple places had 2011...

I'm kind of bummed as a couple places had 2011 S2's with Rival for 3200. Cervelo is saying retail is actually 4000. I was really going to take a long look at the S2 with Rival at that price. I'm...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-02-10, 06:01 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,230
Posted By swalburn

2011 Cervelo

http://www.cervelo.com/en_us/bikes/2011/

I found this when playing around on the Cervelo site. It looks like some of the 2011 bikes are finally up. I apologize if this has already been posted.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-17-10, 06:33 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,449
Posted By swalburn

I know last year's frameset made with the HMF (or...

I know last year's frameset made with the HMF (or whatever they call it) carbon was not bottom bracket 86. I think it was the R3 frameset. It had a traditional bottom bracket setup. I'm leaning...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-17-10, 06:21 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,449
Posted By swalburn

2011 Scott Addict R1 or R2

I have a chance to ride a new 2011 Scott Addict as my team bike next year. I can get the R1frameset for 2150 or get the R3 for 1800. They both have BB86 bottom for 2011. The main difference is...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-12-10, 07:56 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,484
Posted By swalburn

I have a Lynskey R320 and only have great things...

I have a Lynskey R320 and only have great things to say about it. I had a specialized e5 before it and that was a great bike as well. The people who say Ti isn't stiff make me laugh. The r320 is...
02-07-10, 10:11 AM
Replies: 8,471
Views: 770,129
Posted By swalburn

Test Verification

I've only had the powertap about a week, but it may be the most valuable tool I've had for cycling.

I did the Carmichael CTS - workout 1 today which involves verification of your previous tests. ...
02-07-10, 05:36 AM
Replies: 8,471
Views: 770,129
Posted By swalburn

New Powertap Pro +

I've read most of this thread, and I recently purchased my first powertap that I'm using with a Garmin Edge 500. I'm simply looking for tips and advice for using a it. A little background, I'm...
08-09-09, 06:25 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 681
Posted By swalburn

Anyone using Cosmic Carbone SL's in crits

I've read everything I can find about the Carbone Sl's and wondering who was using these as there primary crit wheels. I can purchase a set for around a grand, and then I would add the MP3...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-02-09, 11:38 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 329
Posted By swalburn

Opinions of Williams 58 tubular

I'm wondering if anyone out there is the owner of the most recent incarnation of the Williams 58 tubular. I think the rim was switched to slightly heavier rim in the last year. I would love hear...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-13-09, 01:02 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 7,132
Posted By swalburn

I'll chime in. I have Ti Lynskey level 3 frame...

I'll chime in. I have Ti Lynskey level 3 frame that is outstanding. It is the best frame I've ever ridden. It is light enough, stiff enough and durable. I long to have a carbon frame and am...
06-05-09, 08:04 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,874
Posted By swalburn

new collarbone

I had surgery yesterday. Here is a pic of my new collorbone. Once again, I appreciate all the responses.
06-02-09, 03:07 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,874
Posted By swalburn

I'm just ready to get it fixed. It is grotesque...

I'm just ready to get it fixed. It is grotesque looking. The part that freaked me out was the moving of my pectoral muscle so they could go through the front. I had never heard anyone else mention...
06-02-09, 11:42 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,874
Posted By swalburn

Day 10 after the crash, and I saw the orthopedic...

Day 10 after the crash, and I saw the orthopedic today. He immediately sent me to the surgeon. They said the break needs surgery and I'm set for Thursday. The bone was displaced, and broken into 3...
05-29-09, 08:29 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,874
Posted By swalburn

I just had my follow up X-ray, and come to find...

I just had my follow up X-ray, and come to find out the collar bone is "in pieces". There weren't very reassuring, and told me I need to see an orthopedic doc asap. I'm pretty bummed, but...
05-24-09, 04:27 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,874
Posted By swalburn

Advice for recovering from broken collarbone

I finally did it. I go swept up in a crash at the Tour of Frankenmuth in Michigan in the last mile and took a monster hit that broke my collarbone. I know alot of guys on this forum have to had the...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-16-09, 01:49 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,635
Posted By swalburn

I think you guys talked me into keeping my...

I think you guys talked me into keeping my current wheels, and saved me some money for the time being. The problem is that in order to have light, aero, and stiff it is real expensive. I'm probably...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-15-09, 02:12 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,635
Posted By swalburn

http://accel6.mettre-put-idata.over-blog.com/0/02/...

http://accel6.mettre-put-idata.over-blog.com/0/02/72/10/Tests-Acheteur/base-de-donnees/rigidit-_lat-rale_roues_2008.gif

According to the great wheel test, the carbone's are some of the stiffest...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-15-09, 06:05 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,635
Posted By swalburn

Reynolds Assault or Mavic Cosmic Carbone Sl

I'm getting close to pick up a set of aero road wheels, and have narrowed it down to these two sets. I know the Mavics come in about 200 grams more, but are supposed to be bombproof and wouldn't...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-13-09, 12:22 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 889
Posted By swalburn

Yep, you guys nailed it. The problem is that the...

Yep, you guys nailed it. The problem is that the shifter was double/triple compatible. I've had 3 left ****ers replaced on my cx bike under warranty. I don't think I ever even use the shifter at...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-11-09, 09:42 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 342
Posted By swalburn

That is exactly what I wanted to hear. I've...

That is exactly what I wanted to hear. I've never run different depth rims before. These are going to be my race wheels for crits and road races. I'm leaning toward giving up a little weight for a...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-11-09, 09:32 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 342
Posted By swalburn

Rim Depth Question/Opinion

I have a set of 27 mm Kinlin rims laced to white industries hubs. I had a mishap, and the rear wheel appears to need replacing. I have the opportunity to pick up a Mavic Cosmic Carbone rear wheel...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-21-09, 10:12 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 536
Posted By swalburn

Williams 30 and 30x

I used the search engine and read a lot of old threads, but am still wondering about the Williams wheelsets. I have a chance to get a set of 30x wheels pretty cheap. I've read a lot of talk that...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-27-08, 04:45 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 349
Posted By swalburn

I have one, but paid retail. The killer head...

I have one, but paid retail. The killer head wind unit can absolutely demolish a rider. It is an amazing unit. It is like having the resitance of a trainer and the relaxing spin of rollers all in...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-27-08, 03:46 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,000
Posted By swalburn

I appreciate all the opinions. I will end up...

I appreciate all the opinions. I will end up with a Shimano R700 crank, Shimano front mech, Shimano7700 brakes, and Shimano chain (I broke 2 sram chains last year) regardless of what I do with my...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-27-08, 08:23 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,000
Posted By swalburn

I actually tried a CX bike with 08 rival prior to...

I actually tried a CX bike with 08 rival prior to purchasing a bike with shimano. It was definitely different as far as the shifting went, but I loved the shape of the hoods.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-27-08, 08:12 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,000
Posted By swalburn

I'm only going to pick up a set of shifters and a...

I'm only going to pick up a set of shifters and a rival rear der. I'm going to keep everything else as is. I generally like shimano stuff, but the issues I've had with my CX bike gave me the itch...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-27-08, 07:00 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,000
Posted By swalburn

I'm still torn on which way to go. I really...

I'm still torn on which way to go. I really don't see any reason to justify spending the additional money for the Red shifters, yet for some reason I want to purchase the Red shifters over the rival...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-25-08, 10:03 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,000
Posted By swalburn

Sram Rival - Red Shifter Questions

I received a large performance bike gift card, and I'm considering taking the leap. I'm currently running Dura Ace 7800 on my road bike. It has a lot of mileage on it, and I'm considering put sram...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-08-08, 11:04 AM
Replies: 3,143
Views: 1,020,025
Posted By swalburn

Lynskey R320

Lynskey R320...It has some road rash from a crit is September where I was knocked into a guard rail at about 25 mph. The handlebars (carbon) ripped in half like they were tissue paper. The Lynskey...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-31-08, 10:42 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,041
Posted By swalburn

I thought it would work. I really just want to...

I thought it would work. I really just want to get my current setup to work though. I generally hate taking my bike into the shop this time of year. I usually wait unitl February so it is ready...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-31-08, 06:36 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,041
Posted By swalburn

If I'm wrong about that I would appreciate any...

If I'm wrong about that I would appreciate any info that you have. I was relying on the chart provided by shimano. It is very possible I was reading it incorrectly.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-31-08, 06:15 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,041
Posted By swalburn

To upgrade to 7900, I would need the shifters,...

To upgrade to 7900, I would need the shifters, and front and rear mech at the miniumum. Those 3 items would cost me around 1150 dollars.

To go with sram, I would only need two items. The...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-31-08, 04:50 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,041
Posted By swalburn

Dura Ace - Sram Compatibility

I currently ride a bike that has mostly dura ace 7800 on it. I still have 7700 brakes, and I'm using the Shimano R700 Compact crankset. I'm having problems with the dura ace shifters (approx 10000)...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-07-08, 07:29 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 506
Posted By swalburn

That is exactly what I was hoping to hear. The...

That is exactly what I was hoping to hear. The website says the spokes are custom CX-ray. I'm assuming any spoke could be used in an emergency. I want something that can be fixed by any shop if I...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-07-08, 07:11 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 506
Posted By swalburn

Ligero SLW wheels

I'm curious if anyone has ridden these wheels yet. I've been really interested in the set with the 27 mm aluminum rims. They are about 1400 grams and supposedly very stiff. The hub is very...
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