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Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
02-20-12, 11:37 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 12,311
Posted By Gummee

I know its going to be a big year for me... Need...

I know its going to be a big year for me... Need a track frame/fork/bike in 54cm so I can start racing track again.

Now if they'll only get that velodrome in Richmond built!

M
Forum: Road Cycling
02-03-12, 08:55 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 3,237
Posted By Gummee

I can't believe y'all don't know about the...

I can't believe y'all don't know about the plastic bag trick. In a situation like the OP a plastic bag between the baselayer and the outer layer is a doGsend. Easy to stash. Lightweight. Completely...
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
02-03-12, 08:47 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,159
Posted By Gummee

I haven't ridden the HDC but I did ride the other...

I haven't ridden the HDC but I did ride the other two tracks. Completely different. You get so much less speed buildup at the Sandy Eggo track than Encino when you're dropping off the rail. I'd...
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
02-03-12, 08:39 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,408
Posted By Gummee

I'll second or third the breezes at the Sandy...

I'll second or third the breezes at the Sandy Eggo track. I'm a little (ok a lot) heavier than you and raced 404s there for years. Recommended. That track is a LONG way around!

Now, there's no...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-02-12, 08:20 PM
Replies: 15,283
Views: 5,768,970
Posted By Gummee

I went and looked in the garage today. Found a...

I went and looked in the garage today. Found a pair of 3T Forge Ahead stems. I know one of em is 110 x 0 and the other's 120 x ??

Have a Cinelli 1E 110 stem and a 60mm something or another quill...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-30-12, 09:49 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,384
Posted By Gummee

I didn't have very good luck with older...

I didn't have very good luck with older box-section rims on new drivetrains when I built a few pairs of GL330s into D/A 9sp hubs. The rims themselves were too soft and seemed to need constant...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-30-12, 09:41 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 18,138
Posted By Gummee

That bike is nifty in a 86/87 kind of way. GT...

That bike is nifty in a 86/87 kind of way. GT *used* to be a decent bike to have.

IDK if you've dealt with u-brakes, but the boss mounting position is unique to them. IOW if you want cantis...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-30-12, 09:25 AM
Replies: 15,283
Views: 5,768,970
Posted By Gummee

FT: 135mm x 1" Salsa stem. Threadless. Bought it...

FT: 135mm x 1" Salsa stem. Threadless. Bought it for my 87 Rockhopper. Has LOTS of rise. (no pics till ya ask me for em)

I have a Cinelli stem 90mm x 26.4 clamp. Not pristine but not abused.
I...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-30-12, 09:13 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,799
Posted By Gummee

I've never seen the need for em. I have...

I've never seen the need for em. I have 'teammates' that love em.

Its your bike, run whatcha like.

M
Forum: Road Cycling
01-30-12, 09:00 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,557
Posted By Gummee

Sigh. I miss Sandy Eggo. M

Sigh. I miss Sandy Eggo.

M
Forum: Road Cycling
01-30-12, 08:57 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,557
Posted By Gummee

You're harder than I am down here near DC. :nod...

You're harder than I am down here near DC. :nod 40s and drizzle = stay my arse inside! (...despite the fact that I have this nifty Oxygen jacket and semi-waterproof tights!)

M
Forum: Road Bike Marketplace
01-30-12, 08:48 AM
Replies: 3,426
Views: 458,827
Posted By Gummee

WTT: Silver Open Pro rims for black I've...

WTT: Silver Open Pro rims for black

I've got a pair of silver Open Pro (32h) rims that are on a fixie wheelset. Minimal use. I could really use a pair of black rims to go with all the rest of my...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-24-12, 11:44 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,644
Posted By Gummee

Had a Roubaix. HT was too long for me so I sold...

Had a Roubaix. HT was too long for me so I sold it. Otherwise, something that stiff shouldn't ride that smooth.

I kept the longer HS spacer 'cause I'm gonna bet the next owner doesn't want to ride...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-04-12, 06:03 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,413
Posted By Gummee

Bout the only thing I know of to make braking...

Bout the only thing I know of to make braking better are either Yokozuna or Gore cable sets. Yokozuna's are spiral wound housings like the shifters so *shouldn't* compress as much. Gores are just...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-04-12, 06:00 PM
Replies: 15,283
Views: 5,768,970
Posted By Gummee

Have Dia Compe BRS-500 calipers with pads in good...

Have Dia Compe BRS-500 calipers with pads in good shape
Mavic 501/GL330 rear wheel. 130mm spacing. 32h Rim is used, but not used up. Hub still spins smooth as butter

Need:
American Classic 32h...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-02-12, 09:30 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 3,266
Posted By Gummee

The answer is neither and both. If you're...

The answer is neither and both. If you're constantly pushing, you'll get X fast or go X far and no farther. That path leads to the dark side of stagnation and frustration. :nod ...and burnout in...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-02-12, 09:22 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,915
Posted By Gummee

C-dale has the Synapse to compete with the...

C-dale has the Synapse to compete with the Roubaix-s of the world try them too.

...but it all depends on what you want to accomplish. So what are you trying to accomplish other than 'getting...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-02-12, 09:14 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,978
Posted By Gummee

Big +1 to the Paul's Thumbies. I've got my right...

Big +1 to the Paul's Thumbies. I've got my right (rear) shifter set up with one. The left is an old 6sp XT thumb shifter. No they don't match. Do I look like I care?! :D

I've been contemplating a...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-21-11, 10:59 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,204
Posted By Gummee

+1 racing, the only time I'm on the tops is a...

+1 racing, the only time I'm on the tops is a climb. Get to the top and its back to either the hoods or drops. Mostly the hoods.

M
Forum: Road Cycling
12-21-11, 10:56 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 5,538
Posted By Gummee

I haven't ridden my mtn bike since I left CO....

I haven't ridden my mtn bike since I left CO. Well... till yesterday and the only reason I didn't ride the cross bike yesterday is because a buddy needed to borrow it. I got to clean both bikes....
Forum: Road Cycling
12-20-11, 09:09 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,149
Posted By Gummee

No such thing as too much grease.

No such thing as too much grease.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-20-11, 09:04 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,889
Posted By Gummee

You need some of these...

You need some of these (http://www.competitivecyclist.com/product-apparel/2012-castelli-duo-ws-socks-7665.347.0.html)

Or do what I do and stay riding in your thin wool socks and add Belgian...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-15-11, 09:29 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 699
Posted By Gummee

When building wheels, I'll write my initials and...

When building wheels, I'll write my initials and the date on em by the valve hole.

Otherwise? Nope.

M
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
12-13-11, 09:49 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 8,618
Posted By Gummee

I know whatcha mean. There were some nites where...

I know whatcha mean. There were some nites where I'd be thinking 'slow down or speed up! Pick one!!'

Course, that's why its 'racing' and not 'JRA'

M
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
12-12-11, 10:12 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 8,618
Posted By Gummee

I think I tried a 51x15 in one of the A points...

I think I tried a 51x15 in one of the A points races at the end of the nite one Tuesday evening. While I could go a bit faster, it took me too long to get there. Net result: fail.

'Course...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-10-11, 09:17 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 773
Posted By Gummee

Check CL for a triathlete's 'old' wheels. There's...

Check CL for a triathlete's 'old' wheels. There's a set of Williams wheels on CL DC for $500. Carbon-y goodness for cheap!

M
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-10-11, 09:14 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,160
Posted By Gummee

There's several running round the DC area too. ...

There's several running round the DC area too.

Teammate of mine was all googly-eyed at it. Uhhhh yeah

M
Forum: Road Cycling
12-10-11, 09:07 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 19,261
Posted By Gummee

I have a pair of the Pro wheels. For what they...

I have a pair of the Pro wheels. For what they are, they're fairly fast. No, they're not carbon 58mm deep rims so they're not going to be *that* fast, but they're nicer at speed than your typical...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-10-11, 08:45 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 3,787
Posted By Gummee

I love this. A 17# bike heavy?! [retro...

I love this. A 17# bike heavy?!

[retro grouch]Why back when I first started riding, a 22# bike was super-light![/retro grouch]

Seriously. With the exception of the tires in the OP it all...
Forum: Road Bike Marketplace
12-10-11, 08:39 AM
Replies: 3,426
Views: 458,827
Posted By Gummee

Deltas or Keos? M

Deltas or Keos?

M
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
12-10-11, 08:37 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 8,618
Posted By Gummee

My $.02 on this one is: when the elite guys are...

My $.02 on this one is: when the elite guys are running 49x15 why should I do anything different? Former olympians, masters world record holders, blah blah blah. Biggest gear I ran at the Sandy Eggo...
Forum: Cyclocross Racing
12-06-11, 07:12 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 908
Posted By Gummee

Missed the race. My empty wallet meant I helped a...

Missed the race. My empty wallet meant I helped a buddy out instead.

That problem fixed itself temporarily, so I'm hoping to hit a few of the late season races.

I found a park local to me...
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
12-06-11, 07:06 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 584
Posted By Gummee

There's a track coming to the DC area! There's a track coming to the DC area!

I'm excited! Woot! There's a track coming!

http://dcist.com/2011/12/velodrome_coming_to_dc_in_2012.php

That's as much as I know right now. Stay tuned!

M
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
12-02-11, 08:52 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 481
Posted By Gummee

After racing track at Sandy Eggo for a bunch of...

After racing track at Sandy Eggo for a bunch of years, I went up to Encino. I thought *that* was short. 166m seems like it'd be like flushing skittles.

:dunno

M
Forum: Cyclocross Racing
12-02-11, 10:13 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 908
Posted By Gummee

cxhairs has a ride-thru video up. Looks like a...

cxhairs has a ride-thru video up. Looks like a fun, more wide open course.

I don't like the constant 180deg turns. Give me some open, flowy stuff and I'm happy. Let the racer's fitness decide the...
Forum: Cyclocross Racing
12-02-11, 10:11 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,439
Posted By Gummee

I've got 2 sets built with Escapes. I'd do it...

I've got 2 sets built with Escapes. I'd do it again, and again...

If you've got the dosh, the Taiwanese carbon rims seem to be doing OK. Teammate of mine has a set (not built up) that look pretty...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-02-11, 10:01 AM
Replies: 15,283
Views: 5,768,970
Posted By Gummee

ISO Cinelli 64-40s preferably without the cable...

ISO Cinelli 64-40s preferably without the cable groove(s) Its going on a track frame, so not too many scratches please.

Have
Mavic left crankarm (172.5) from the starfish crankset
7410 Headset...
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
12-02-11, 09:51 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,686
Posted By Gummee

Last bike I set up had some Cinelli 64-40s on it....

Last bike I set up had some Cinelli 64-40s on it. Shallow drop, wrist clearance, bueno. All I had to do was file a chamfer in the clamp area of the Ritchey stem I was running to get it around the...
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
11-29-11, 09:30 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 698
Posted By Gummee

If I'm still in NoVA in 2015, sure. I just...

If I'm still in NoVA in 2015, sure.

I just picked up spokes for a front wheel. D/A low-flange track/GL330 or Campy Crono box-section tubular. Fixin to go build it up on this rainy Tuesday.

M
Forum: Road Cycling
11-29-11, 09:27 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,180
Posted By Gummee

Force seems to be the sweet spot $$ for...

Force seems to be the sweet spot $$ for weight-wise in SRAM's lineup. Should be a nice bike.

I'm a big believer in semi-used parts. Its the only way I've been able to have Dura Ace bikes over the...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-29-11, 09:23 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,159
Posted By Gummee

I tried that. Didn't like it so I went back to my...

I tried that. Didn't like it so I went back to my road TT. Mo bettah.

I'm no expert, but if it works thru the rest of the year, it should still work thru cross season. IOW don't change much.

M
Forum: Road Cycling
11-25-11, 09:14 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,677
Posted By Gummee

I've been using an old toothbrush to spread the...

I've been using an old toothbrush to spread the glue around.

A few quick tips that I learned this winter:
Stretch the tire again after gluing up the basetape. Helps with mounting it without...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-25-11, 09:08 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 778
Posted By Gummee

The T-series of tires from Tufo aren't the...

The T-series of tires from Tufo aren't the smoothest-riding tires out there. VERY tough tho. I had several of em on my cross bike thru a few winters of mtn biking in Sandy Eggo. Only wore one out....
Forum: Road Cycling
11-23-11, 08:42 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,334
Posted By Gummee

Nice. ...but you're committing a fashion...

Nice.

...but you're committing a fashion faux-pas. White saddle = white bar tape.

Snow still on the roads? Riding it outside tomorrow?

M
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-23-11, 08:38 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,339
Posted By Gummee

My teammate has a pair of those Vittorias. Every...

My teammate has a pair of those Vittorias. Every time he rides em, he crashes. Doesn't happen on his Grifos.

FWIW, he's got a pair of Crux-es set up identically except for the tires.

While...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-23-11, 08:35 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,070
Posted By Gummee

Easier to get a newer, nicer bike as the 'A' bike...

Easier to get a newer, nicer bike as the 'A' bike and use the RL for the pit bike/'B' bike.

Wait till after the new year/nationals tho. Lots of stuff for sale...

M
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
11-21-11, 05:17 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 698
Posted By Gummee

Richmond rumors? VA that is!

I've been hearing rumblings of a multi-sport, multi-use park of some kind in the Richmond, VA area.

Anyone here know if we're gonna get a new track with that?

Thanks,

M
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-21-11, 09:10 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,320
Posted By Gummee

Shimano CX series of brakes? M

Shimano CX series of brakes?

M
Forum: Mountain Biking
11-21-11, 09:00 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 5,524
Posted By Gummee

I've been itching to try a 29er for an extended...

I've been itching to try a 29er for an extended time. I ride my cross bike off-road and like the feeling better than my 26" wheeled bike. I can only hope that the bigger rubber = more better.
...
Forum: Mountain Bike Marketplace
11-21-11, 08:54 AM
Replies: 179
Sticky Trade Thread
Views: 41,628
Posted By Gummee

Have Fizik Nisene Want: pretty much any...

Have Fizik Nisene

Want: pretty much any other saddle: WTB SST(-k), Antares, Flite, Romin, etc

M
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