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Forum: Road Cycling
05-09-09, 09:50 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 841
Posted By deerfeedrb

I was in a similar situation. I let my wife...

I was in a similar situation. I let my wife decide what she felt most comfortable on and I chose not buy entry level. If she doesn't take to the sport, I'll just move the components over to another...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-23-07, 08:37 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,488
Posted By deerfeedrb

I've experienced a similar sound occasionally...

I've experienced a similar sound occasionally when I hit potholes. I have a carbon fork with an Al steerer tube but swear the noise is coming from the headset. I have yet to solve the mystery.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-03-06, 11:41 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 6,743
Posted By deerfeedrb

1 road, 2 road frames, 1 geared mtn, 1 SS mtn...

1 road, 2 road frames, 1 geared mtn, 1 SS mtn frame.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-01-06, 07:35 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 823
Posted By deerfeedrb

Currently I feel pretty comfortable in the drops,...

Currently I feel pretty comfortable in the drops, but too stretched on the hoods. I suppose when I get comfortable on the hoods with the shorter stem, I may feel cramped in the drops. I guess the...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-31-06, 11:32 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 823
Posted By deerfeedrb

Hood observation (pic)

This may have been covered before, but I searched and found nothing. An observation that I recently noticed is that it seems with Campy hoods I feel more streched out than with Shimano hoods. Maybe...
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-27-06, 08:48 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 10,628
Posted By deerfeedrb

I would think buying from Costco would be an...

I would think buying from Costco would be an advantage seeing that they have the best return policy I've ever seen.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-26-06, 09:26 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 4,357
Posted By deerfeedrb

I just use a cheap bandana. I have a few so I...

I just use a cheap bandana. I have a few so I always have a clean one.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-13-06, 05:09 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 4,092
Posted By deerfeedrb

My old college roommate was a street speedskater...

My old college roommate was a street speedskater and he still races. The boot alone on his skates cost more than my entire bike did. I used to exercise with him, I would bike while he would skate. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-11-06, 09:53 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,681
Posted By deerfeedrb

Wow, looks identical to mine. Even the size! I...

Wow, looks identical to mine. Even the size! I certainly enjoy my ride, I'm sure you will too.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-11-06, 08:13 AM
Replies: 276
Views: 8,731
Posted By deerfeedrb

So far 2 powerbars and today a waterbottle. I...

So far 2 powerbars and today a waterbottle. I realized they send you an email if you popup gets blocked.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-10-06, 10:41 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 808
Posted By deerfeedrb

I love my Veloce! ...

I love my Veloce!

https://netfiles.uiuc.edu/rbuchan2/shared/2006Veloce_small.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
07-07-06, 02:45 PM
Replies: 276
Views: 8,731
Posted By deerfeedrb

Well it said I won a powerbar but my...

Well it said I won a powerbar but my popup-blocker prevented the window from opening. I clicked the link that says "click here if your popup blocker prevented the prize window from opening" and it...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-04-06, 07:46 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 403
Posted By deerfeedrb

I do a good amount of mountain biking (I have a...

I do a good amount of mountain biking (I have a group that I go with and we go to the trails 2-3 times a week during the summer) and I recently picked up a road bike to ride on my days off. I agree...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-29-06, 10:50 PM
Replies: 256
Views: 8,668
Posted By deerfeedrb

5'11" 160lbs

5'11" 160lbs
Forum: Road Cycling
06-27-06, 12:58 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,344
Posted By deerfeedrb

What I did was sent Pinarello an email with a...

What I did was sent Pinarello an email with a photo and the serial number of my frame. That was the response they gave me.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-27-06, 11:56 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,344
Posted By deerfeedrb

About a month ago, I sent an email to Pinarello...

About a month ago, I sent an email to Pinarello asking for information about the bike. Today I just got a response, this is what is said.


"Columbus steel Genius Nivacrom tubes custom for...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-27-06, 07:20 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,344
Posted By deerfeedrb

Yup, that's the bike. I'm from Champaign so I...

Yup, that's the bike. I'm from Champaign so I just picked it up from him locally. I think the lack of information on this bike kept the price from going very high.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-26-06, 07:53 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,344
Posted By deerfeedrb

Unfortunately he didn't sell it with the 8 speed...

Unfortunately he didn't sell it with the 8 speed group. All I have is the frame, headset, BB and cranks.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-26-06, 07:59 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,344
Posted By deerfeedrb

https://netfiles.uiuc.edu/rbuchan2/shared/pin_conc...

https://netfiles.uiuc.edu/rbuchan2/shared/pin_concept/Pin_Concept_7.JPG
https://netfiles.uiuc.edu/rbuchan2/shared/pin_concept/Pin_Concept_8.JPG...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-26-06, 07:57 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,344
Posted By deerfeedrb

Pinarello bike ID & info with PICS (56k beware)

I purchased this bike from a local guy. The model is a Pinarello Concept which I've never heard of before. The paint however seems to be similar to the late '90's Stelvio. The frame is TIG welded and...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-01-06, 08:42 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,530
Posted By deerfeedrb

I use electrical tape.

I use electrical tape.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-20-06, 10:05 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 10,671
Posted By deerfeedrb

I think it's too big. I'm 5'11" with a longer...

I think it's too big. I'm 5'11" with a longer upper body and I ride a 57cm.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-16-06, 02:31 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,021
Posted By deerfeedrb

Keep your top tube from freezing?

Keep your top tube from freezing?
Forum: Road Cycling
05-14-06, 09:22 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 271
Posted By deerfeedrb

Is it worth it?

I found a Raleigh Technium 531 steel frame that has never been built up locally for $100. Is it worth purchasing and building up this frame, or should I look for something better? I'm just looking...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-10-06, 12:06 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,023
Posted By deerfeedrb

From M-W.com impede: to interfere with or...

From M-W.com

impede: to interfere with or slow the progress of
Forum: Road Cycling
05-08-06, 04:08 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 775
Posted By deerfeedrb

2005 Penn State Alumni

Oh how I miss Penn State! :(
Forum: Road Cycling
04-30-06, 06:51 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 671
Posted By deerfeedrb

You could mix them, some spokes silver and some...

You could mix them, some spokes silver and some black. I don't know how it would look, but it's another idea.
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-29-06, 11:05 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,253
Posted By deerfeedrb

Isn't 70mm ~ 2.75 inches? I don't see how it...

Isn't 70mm ~ 2.75 inches? I don't see how it would be possible to mount the sensor within 2.75 inches of the computer.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-26-06, 05:39 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,412
Posted By deerfeedrb

Seems too small, I'm only 1.5-2 inches taller and...

Seems too small, I'm only 1.5-2 inches taller and I ride a 56cm. I would think you would be around a 52-54cm.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-25-06, 12:50 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,649
Posted By deerfeedrb

Well one of the first things I noticed when I...

Well one of the first things I noticed when I rode the Bianchi was the comfort. The ride, the campy shifters were more comfortable and felt better to me. I love the celeste color of the Bianchi,...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-24-06, 09:19 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,649
Posted By deerfeedrb

Sent you a PM. roadpig2001 thanks for the...

Sent you a PM.

roadpig2001 thanks for the headsup. I'll definitely check this out and keep my fingers crossed in the meantime.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-24-06, 09:09 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,649
Posted By deerfeedrb

The bike is steel, I suppose the extra weight...

The bike is steel, I suppose the extra weight will help build my calf muscles then.

Thanks again Jim, pics will come.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-24-06, 08:19 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,649
Posted By deerfeedrb

If the 55 is too small and the 59 is to big, then...

If the 55 is too small and the 59 is to big, then what else is there? The guy says he'd exchange it for a different size if it didn't work out. I understand your concern though, however i'm in the...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-24-06, 07:10 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,649
Posted By deerfeedrb

Yes. I spoke to the owner of a shop in MA (where...

Yes. I spoke to the owner of a shop in MA (where I purchased my bike from) who had a 32 inch inseam and he told me he rode a 55cm which he says is on the small size and would definitely recommend...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-24-06, 04:13 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,649
Posted By deerfeedrb

Yup! Only comes in Celeste.

Yup! Only comes in Celeste.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-24-06, 02:34 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,649
Posted By deerfeedrb

Thanks!

Just bought a 2006 Bianchi Veloce and got a killer deal. Thanks for all the input guys. I'm pretty excited and I'll post pictures when it arrives. (Bought it over the phone.)
Forum: Road Cycling
04-24-06, 08:15 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,300
Posted By deerfeedrb

I'm new here and I haven't bought my bike yet,...

I'm new here and I haven't bought my bike yet, but from what I can tell, you need to take longer rides.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-23-06, 10:03 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,649
Posted By deerfeedrb

Haha, if you guys saw this guy's shop you would...

Haha, if you guys saw this guy's shop you would understand. It looked like a dump, I'm surprised he could find anything. Reminded me of a wharehouse, ceiling falling down, floor covered in leaves...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-23-06, 07:21 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,649
Posted By deerfeedrb

jburnsdo, I did test ride the Shimano 105...

jburnsdo,

I did test ride the Shimano 105 10speed and the Veloce and I liked the feel and shifting of the Veloce equipment better. I think I'm more interested in the double because I'm in...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-23-06, 06:44 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,649
Posted By deerfeedrb

Another Question

I'm about 5'10.5" with a 32.5" insteam, about 160lbs. I hope to do some medium distance club riding. I'd eventually like to do a century, and if i'm good enough wouldn't mind doing some racing....
Forum: Road Cycling
04-23-06, 05:05 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,649
Posted By deerfeedrb

I understand all the wishy-washy stuff. This...

I understand all the wishy-washy stuff. This gives me an idea of how mush people really like Bianchis, which is important too. The Moto is aluminum and is virtually the same frame as the Fuji...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-23-06, 04:31 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,649
Posted By deerfeedrb

Now the Bianchi is equipped with Veloce...

Now the Bianchi is equipped with Veloce components. From the searching I've done, the Ultegra components are about equal to the chorus or centaur, which would lead me to conclude that the Ultegra is...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-23-06, 01:48 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,649
Posted By deerfeedrb

I saw that post and it sounded good but the LBS...

I saw that post and it sounded good but the LBS does not have an ultegra equiped one. Did the store you bought yours from have more and can you PM me the name and phone number for store? Thanks, Ray
Forum: Road Cycling
04-22-06, 09:36 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,649
Posted By deerfeedrb

From what I have been reading on this site, I...

From what I have been reading on this site, I would guess that the Moto SL has better components. However the Bianchi had the Campy Veloce components which I liked a lot, possibly better than the...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-22-06, 07:59 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,649
Posted By deerfeedrb

It's starting to become clear to me that they...

It's starting to become clear to me that they really are two different kinds of bikes and can't really be compared (apples and oranges) and I need to decide how I'm going to be riding it. Can the...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-22-06, 06:11 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,649
Posted By deerfeedrb

Well they didn't have the Fuji Roubaix SL for...

Well they didn't have the Fuji Roubaix SL for $1400, but I was reading on here that it had the same frame/geometry as the Motobecane. That was the reason I tested it to get fitted. I understand...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-22-06, 05:29 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,649
Posted By deerfeedrb

Bianchi Veloce or Motobecane?

I’m looking to purchase my first road bike; I’ve been into mountain biking and would like a change-up. I don’t plan on racing but it’s not out of the question; I love the speed. I’m mostly thinking...
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