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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-18-09, 08:42 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,479
Posted By Roadplay

Funny RAP song... ...

Funny RAP song...

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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-11-09, 01:56 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,372
Posted By Roadplay

I had the same problem, the shop only had round...

I had the same problem, the shop only had round spokes in stock when I went in for a replacement. I think I paid $1.35 for a round replacement. I was thinking I'd replace the round one some day...
Forum: Texas
09-04-09, 04:45 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 2,997
Posted By Roadplay

Not sure where everyone came from, but if you...

Not sure where everyone came from, but if you extend the start out anther mile, mile half you would probably put a good numer behind the start coming from the high concentration of hotels. Still have...
Forum: Texas
09-04-09, 01:21 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 2,997
Posted By Roadplay

One simple solution would be to move the start...

One simple solution would be to move the start line out from the center of town far enough to where anyone riding their bike to participate must come the start area from behind or via side roads, but...
Forum: Texas
09-03-09, 08:25 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 2,997
Posted By Roadplay

Signed Up as Scorcher

I signed up as a Scorcher with the goal of riding a sub 4:30 for the 100m course. I lined up 25 yards behind the start line, got there an hour early. As I passed the start line I could see up the...
Forum: Texas
08-24-09, 03:33 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,239
Posted By Roadplay

For that price you would have thought they'd...

For that price you would have thought they'd throw in shipping costs at $100.00. CRAZY!!!
Forum: Road Cycling
08-10-09, 12:18 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,811
Posted By Roadplay

Don’t' forget to factor in all the extra fuel...

Don’t' forget to factor in all the extra fuel costs for the bike motor, I eat more food because I ride, I buy more pre and post ride supplements and during ride energy gels/bars, etc.. The bike fuel...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-24-09, 02:59 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 668
Posted By Roadplay

Where a pic without labels

S1 Scott Speedster 05...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-12-09, 08:12 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 3,344
Posted By Roadplay

What's the weight limit on the 38c wheels?

What's the weight limit on the 38c wheels?
Forum: Road Cycling
12-16-08, 06:46 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 579
Posted By Roadplay

Check these out: ...

Check these out:
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Forum: Road Cycling
12-16-08, 06:43 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 579
Posted By Roadplay

I bought a used pair of Profile Design T2 Cobra...

I bought a used pair of Profile Design T2 Cobra Carbon Aero Bars. I would recommend the aluminum, because the weight difference isn't that much. I searched for several weeks before I bought these. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-15-08, 12:20 PM
Replies: 3,143
Views: 1,021,539
Posted By Roadplay

Interesting!!! I know you said it’s good for...

Interesting!!! I know you said it’s good for long commutes, but have you ever gone on group rides with that brake / shifter combination?
Forum: Road Cycling
10-15-08, 08:01 AM
Replies: 762
Views: 44,747
Posted By Roadplay

I’m a Sales Rep for an out-source call center...

I’m a Sales Rep for an out-source call center company. Most all our centers are here in the USA. I work from home, but travel frequently. My schedule works well with my riding habits. I’ve worked...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-14-08, 01:58 PM
Replies: 3,143
Views: 1,021,539
Posted By Roadplay

Thanks. It’s funny you asked about the...

Thanks. It’s funny you asked about the handlebars, because that was the hardest piece of the puzzle for me. I tried three sets and finally settled on a set of short reach bars: FSA Wing Pro Compact...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-14-08, 08:22 AM
Replies: 3,143
Views: 1,021,539
Posted By Roadplay

My new build Meriln

It was an unused 2006 frame. I thought the original fork was a little noodly, so I put my Scott S1 Speedster fork on it. It's a very stiff fork and I think it matches rather well. I have an SWork...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-09-08, 08:19 AM
Replies: 118
Views: 7,263
Posted By Roadplay

Question for you TI guys…

I recently built up a Merlin TI frame, CR Works 3/2.5. I bought TI because I had heard it was a very compliant ride. I have an SWorks Tarmac and wanted something with different ride...
Forum: Texas
08-14-08, 11:20 AM
Replies: 142
Views: 5,879
Posted By Roadplay

Sorry folks, don't know what happen with the...

Sorry folks, don't know what happen with the multiple replies.
Forum: Texas
08-14-08, 11:19 AM
Replies: 142
Views: 5,879
Posted By Roadplay

Got mine this week bib number 2216.

Got mine this week bib number 2216.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-12-08, 05:53 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 553
Posted By Roadplay

Scott CR1 I bought the 07 SWork Tarmac SL,...

Scott CR1

I bought the 07 SWork Tarmac SL, Love this bike. However, I wanted an Alum bike as well, so I bought the 05 Scott S1 Speedster SL frame and built it up over the winter. I love this...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-11-08, 07:32 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 642
Posted By Roadplay

What kind of wheels do you have? I had a set of...

What kind of wheels do you have? I had a set of Mavic ESs that creaked under load (front wheel). Tightened them up and solved the problem.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-06-08, 07:38 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,426
Posted By Roadplay

I use a Silicone spray. I’ll loosen the cable by...

I use a Silicone spray. I’ll loosen the cable by letting the cable slide back and forth to the end cap. I’ll spray down through the cable ends and work cable back and forth. If I’m replacing the...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-05-08, 09:34 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 4,442
Posted By Roadplay

Toupe

+1 RacerJRP

I bought a Tarmac that came stock with a Toupe 143 standard. I road it for a few rides and quickly replaced it with several different LBS loaner saddles. After a few months, I came...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-05-08, 07:08 AM
Replies: 201
Views: 46,480
Posted By Roadplay

2005 Speedster S1

I built this up this winter. It's a 2005 Scott Speedster S1 frame. It's a fun ride.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-18-08, 09:11 AM
Replies: 201
Views: 46,480
Posted By Roadplay

2005 S1 Speedster

I built this over the winter. It's a 2005 SL Alum. S1 Speedster frame with DA. I wanted a stiff Alum bike for a rain bike. As it turned out, it's only a pound heavier then my SWorks Tarmac. It's...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-05-07, 07:15 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,595
Posted By Roadplay

Get the Roubaix

Personally, with your current style of riding, I'd go with the Roubaix. As I said I've had three the Elite, Expert and S-Works, all great bikes. Ride the Roubaix for a couple years and trade up to...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-05-07, 03:59 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,595
Posted By Roadplay

Your bike choice should be determined by your...

Your bike choice should be determined by your intended riding style. I’ve owned three Roubaix’s including an S-Works. I crashed the S-Works in March of this year. I talked my local rep into a...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-09-07, 03:50 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,741
Posted By Roadplay

My CompetitiveCyclist Fit for a 56

AbsoluteZ3RO,

Here is my info from CompetitiveCyclist.com and I fit a 56 Tarmac (stem 100) perfectly. You decide...

My Measurements
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Inseam: 32...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-28-07, 02:56 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 341
Posted By Roadplay

I posted these on another thread, but they have...

I posted these on another thread, but they have been the best I've found. $9.00 at Wal-Mart. They have several different kinds and sizes. For $12.00 to $15.00 you can even get Polarized classes. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-28-07, 01:56 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,484
Posted By Roadplay

$9.00 Wal-Mart... When they get scratch up, and...

$9.00 Wal-Mart... When they get scratch up, and they will, I buy a new pair.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-21-07, 12:31 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,632
Posted By Roadplay

Bob Ross, I bet they were after her Herbs.

Bob Ross, I bet they were after her Herbs.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-21-07, 12:02 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,632
Posted By Roadplay

I keep a several Ibuprofen in a small plastic...

I keep a several Ibuprofen in a small plastic bag, a few sticker tube patches just in case I have multiple flats on one ride and herbs.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-15-07, 01:43 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,858
Posted By Roadplay

I bought a carbon colored (Black) bike that came...

I bought a carbon colored (Black) bike that came stock with white bar wrap and white seat. I personally didn’t care for the white on black so I change the seat and wrap to red, but I got to admit...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-02-07, 08:30 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,315
Posted By Roadplay

aicabsolut, Your symptoms are exactly like...

aicabsolut,

Your symptoms are exactly like mine were. Here's the customer service reps reply to my question about the creaking:

"Usually any noise coming from the BB area is associated with a...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-02-07, 07:47 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,315
Posted By Roadplay

Grease BB Needed

I just had a very similar problem with my bike. It suddenly started making a creaking sound on the down stroke of my left peddle. I took my crank off and lubricated every thing liberally with good...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-20-07, 07:51 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 534
Posted By Roadplay

I have an SWorks Roubaix, also owned the Elite...

I have an SWorks Roubaix, also owned the Elite and Expert, they were all set up the same with a 2 inch drop from the saddle to handle bars. My handle bar to saddle distance would be the same...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-16-07, 05:35 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 9,808
Posted By Roadplay

f1843173, funny I was just researching this very...

f1843173, funny I was just researching this very same topic. From what I understand as a base line the end of the handlebars should point at your back brake. Next, run a straight edge along the...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-13-07, 07:17 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 684
Posted By Roadplay

Mainframe posted this on another thread, I...

Mainframe posted this on another thread, I thought it was a great idea...

If your magnet is for a cadence count, just place a small rare earth magnet on the inside of the pedal spindle where it...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-31-06, 09:30 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,427
Posted By Roadplay

Al, which Colnago do you ride?

Al, which Colnago do you ride?
Forum: Road Cycling
12-31-06, 07:55 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,427
Posted By Roadplay

I’ve been doing the same kind of comparisons in...

I’ve been doing the same kind of comparisons in my quest for my next bike. I currently own a Specialized Roubaix. I’m 48 and still like to hammer on my club rides, so I’m looking for something...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-14-06, 08:06 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,359
Posted By Roadplay

Nice bike. Just curious, what's an S Works...

Nice bike. Just curious, what's an S Works Roubaix weigh?
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