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Forum: Road Cycling
09-17-15, 01:03 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 4,485
Posted By somedood

If I buy the 2.2 lb container of HEED it's $31.69...

If I buy the 2.2 lb container of HEED it's $31.69 off amazon, so $15.84 per lb. If I get the 5.1lb bag it's $57.71, so $11.31 per lb. So it's definitely cheaper to get just the Malto (in comparison...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-09-14, 12:40 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,158
Posted By somedood

Speedplays come with an adapter for 3 hole shoes,...

Speedplays come with an adapter for 3 hole shoes, and using those gives you tons of room to move the cleat around front to back and then side-to-side. Really it give you more options over the 4 hole...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-02-13, 03:24 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 4,125
Posted By somedood

My commuter 28mm gatorskins have gotten a couple...

My commuter 28mm gatorskins have gotten a couple of staples in them, one bigger and one small. The holes are small enough that I haven't needed a boot, and the 28mm gatorskins have lasted me 4...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-01-13, 12:48 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 4,125
Posted By somedood

The OP mentioned he has been using gatorskins and...

The OP mentioned he has been using gatorskins and armadillos. The GP4000 has lower puncture resistance than those.

One thing that hasn't been mentioned is to try the Mr. Tuffy tire liners...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-26-13, 12:38 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,925
Posted By somedood

What color is the bike?

What color is the bike?
Forum: Road Cycling
09-26-13, 12:37 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,636
Posted By somedood

Ok, picture at the summit with the clouds below...

Ok, picture at the summit with the clouds below you. That is awesome.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-25-13, 04:40 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,636
Posted By somedood

Awesome! I've been on a few rides with the wife,...

Awesome! I've been on a few rides with the wife, and the best ones have been casual where we're just chatting and making jokes. We got a road bike for her last year and she's been out riding with...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-25-13, 04:24 PM
Replies: 214
Views: 21,325
Posted By somedood

I think I may have misunderstood what he was...

I think I may have misunderstood what he was saying. Changing the grade of the hill doesn't change the downward force of gravity, but since we're moving up force has to be applied to move upwards to...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-25-13, 04:12 PM
Replies: 214
Views: 21,325
Posted By somedood

Uhhh: F = M * A You just said, M is...

Uhhh:

F = M * A

You just said, M is constant and A (gravity) is constant, therefore F is constant. Changing the grade of the hill doesn't change either one of those two things.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-25-13, 03:52 PM
Replies: 214
Views: 21,325
Posted By somedood

This. You guys are getting power and torque...

This.

You guys are getting power and torque mixed up, they mean different things. You can apply a lot of torque to the pedal lever and have it move nowhere, which means zero power.

Power on...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-14-13, 10:43 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 3,931
Posted By somedood

Specialized Toupe Gel and Speicalized Romin Gel...

Specialized Toupe Gel and Speicalized Romin Gel (different bikes)
Forum: Road Cycling
04-25-13, 12:18 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 9,729
Posted By somedood

I have SPD-SL pedals on my training/race bike,...

I have SPD-SL pedals on my training/race bike, and sometimes I commute to work on it so that I can take it for a lunch ride. It's short ~4 mi and normal shoes are fine on it for that distance. I do...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-10-13, 03:13 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 6,193
Posted By somedood

Anybody know if the float on these is free float,...

Anybody know if the float on these is free float, or more like the float on the Shimano SPD-SLs?
Forum: Road Cycling
01-09-13, 06:14 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 7,396
Posted By somedood

Strava is a great motivational tool for me. It...

Strava is a great motivational tool for me. It makes segments so easy to track, and when I get a PR on a segment it lets me know right away. I can see my training progress throughout the season and...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-04-13, 03:00 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,821
Posted By somedood

That's weird, for me it was me clicking into my...

That's weird, for me it was me clicking into my speedplay's faster and more consistent than my buddies on spd, spd-sl and look's. I switched off of the speedplay's for other reasons, but I really...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-02-13, 05:53 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 8,282
Posted By somedood

My Edge 500 records the temps, although the...

My Edge 500 records the temps, although the thermometer can take a really long time to adjust to the outside temps if it was inside beforehand.
Forum: Commuting
12-14-12, 02:56 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,389
Posted By somedood

From what it looks like, the sirrus for sure has...

From what it looks like, the sirrus for sure has eyelets for rack/fenders. The bassano may have rear eyelets, but I'm not seeing any in the front for a fender. The sirrus could move to rack/fenders...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-05-12, 05:03 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,001
Posted By somedood

One of the biggest reasons I wear gloves is...

One of the biggest reasons I wear gloves is because it helps me have a little bit better grip on the bars and they are fantastic to help me wipe sweat and snot rocket leftovers.

I am considering...
Forum: Commuting
11-30-12, 11:06 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,362
Posted By somedood

I've done the same thing a couple of times, but...

I've done the same thing a couple of times, but nobody decided to take it off the bike thankfully. It's almost worth half of what my bike is and it would take all of 1 second to remove.
Forum: Commuting
11-30-12, 11:01 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 5,549
Posted By somedood

To each his own, but I don't ride to look good...

To each his own, but I don't ride to look good for others - I want to be comfortable. Like tjspiel had mentioned, if I wore your layers at the temperatures I would be entirely soaked by the time I...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-27-12, 03:41 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 4,559
Posted By somedood

I have to agree with the others when they say yep...

I have to agree with the others when they say yep for the ladies, but especially no for shorts/bibs on the dudes. I rode with a guy that had white, slightly worn, bibs on and I did not appreciate...
Forum: Commuting
11-03-12, 12:14 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,954
Posted By somedood

I heard annother similar account of the Elite...

I heard annother similar account of the Elite from someone else which is pretty disappointing. That one is thin enough that it can fit in a jersey pocket right? The touring version for me has been...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-02-12, 05:13 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 4,386
Posted By somedood

I was on speedplay and am on SPD-SL for now. ...

I was on speedplay and am on SPD-SL for now. From my understanding the X series pedals have different bearings between chromo and stainless/titanium, but the zero and Light action pedals all use the...
Forum: Commuting
11-02-12, 03:29 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,954
Posted By somedood

I've got the same Showers Pass Touring jacket in...

I've got the same Showers Pass Touring jacket in yellow, and am on the second year of use. I have had no visible wear on the jacket, and the inside has not be coming apart at all. I don't wash it...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-26-12, 01:34 PM
Replies: 159
Views: 9,020
Posted By somedood

The drivetrain on the site you quoted does have...

The drivetrain on the site you quoted does have some improvements over our geared system, though. From the description it looks like you get 19 "gear combinations" but you get the change in ratio...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-24-12, 11:25 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,287
Posted By somedood

What is bad about coasting?

What is bad about coasting?
Forum: Road Cycling
10-24-12, 11:08 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 735
Posted By somedood

Not that I know of, although from what I...

Not that I know of, although from what I understand Looks aren't self-centering.

I switched from Speedplay's to SPD-SL and have gotten used to everything except for the resistance in the float.
Forum: Commuting
10-23-12, 01:51 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 648
Posted By somedood

Sounds like a case of upgrade-itis. I get that...

Sounds like a case of upgrade-itis. I get that occasionally too. Sometimes it's nice to put something different on your ride. Probably the only thing that would be noticeable would be to replace...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-22-12, 04:04 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 4,927
Posted By somedood

There are studies that show that trained muscles...

There are studies that show that trained muscles can store up to 50% more glycogen than untrained. I know that my first experience bonking was on a ride that was around 34 miles with climbing, and...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-17-12, 02:29 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 9,832
Posted By somedood

Cycling club end of season get together - award ideas

I hope this isn't the wrong forum to put this.

The cycling club I'm in is putting together an end of season BBQ and short (~6 mile) time trial, along with a "race" for the kids of members. The...
Forum: Commuting
10-15-12, 10:42 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,670
Posted By somedood

I do training rides on my unloaded road bike that...

I do training rides on my unloaded road bike that aren't that steep, but are closer to 6-8% grades for 4-12 miles depending on the route. 800ft of elevation is a a real climb (especially in 1.5 mi!)...
Forum: Commuting
10-12-12, 11:10 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,513
Posted By somedood

The ride in to work was light sprinkles for me...

The ride in to work was light sprinkles for me today as well, and it has been incredibly dry this year. Fall leaves came early in september and earlier this year there were fires all over the state...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-12-12, 10:25 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 16,036
Posted By somedood

This is on the way back down from the Alpine Loop...

This is on the way back down from the Alpine Loop (Timpanogos Mountain) in Utah. This is a beautiful ride at almost any time of year and, an all time favorite of mine.

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This is at the...
Forum: Commuting
10-10-12, 11:04 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,681
Posted By somedood

My commuter has some zefal full coverage fenders....

My commuter has some zefal full coverage fenders. Year 6 and I finally abused them enough to crack a small piece off the rear fender. I'll take the flexibility and lighter weight of plastic over...
Forum: Commuting
10-09-12, 10:54 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 682
Posted By somedood

Take a look at your local Target if you have one....

Take a look at your local Target if you have one. Their "Champion" line of sportswear has been really effective for me, and a lot cheaper than the Under Armor brand. I've got some long sleeve...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-05-12, 01:44 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 638
Posted By somedood

Just to add to what BarracksSi mentioned:...

Just to add to what BarracksSi mentioned: Speedplays are terrible in the snow. I rode an earlier season ride this year up climb that had snow and ice in some parts. I had to put my foot down a...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-02-12, 03:28 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,512
Posted By somedood

Another +1 to seeing a doctor for some bloodwork....

Another +1 to seeing a doctor for some bloodwork. I had a friend that was feeling tired for a few months, and when she went to the doctor found out it was iron deficiency. After taking care of her...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-28-12, 03:31 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 5,209
Posted By somedood

I'm in the same area as you and man am I glad the...

I'm in the same area as you and man am I glad the smoke has cleared out from the recent fires!
Forum: Commuting
09-25-12, 12:24 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,213
Posted By somedood

I've got a Showers Pass Touring jacket...

I've got a Showers Pass Touring jacket (http://www.showerspass.com/catalog/men/mens-jackets/mens-touring-jacket) that I use in the cold and wet weather. It is waterproof and so is not breathable,...
Forum: Commuting
09-05-12, 12:27 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 781
Posted By somedood

If his description is accurate, he's talking...

If his description is accurate, he's talking about a real hill/climb not just a roller. 900 feet of elevation is a decent climb, and I assume it's around 3 miles long? If you keep it up your...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-04-12, 01:32 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 5,415
Posted By somedood

If you use them for something other than TT the...

If you use them for something other than TT the warranty will be voided and it could lead to potential injury or death.
Forum: Commuting
08-30-12, 03:39 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,313
Posted By somedood

What kind of discomfort are you feeling now? Do...

What kind of discomfort are you feeling now? Do different saddles alleiviate that discomfort but introduce discomfort in another area? How often do you ride and for about how long? What kind of...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-30-12, 02:22 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,922
Posted By somedood

Yeah, those are the same studies i had read. I...

Yeah, those are the same studies i had read. I wonder if increasing calcium more than the current intake would offset the changes, or if load-bearing activities are required to keep the same density...
Forum: Commuting
08-30-12, 12:19 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 3,155
Posted By somedood

This is so awesome, and is exactly what I would...

This is so awesome, and is exactly what I would want electric assist for!
Forum: Road Cycling
08-30-12, 11:44 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,922
Posted By somedood

I've read the studies about bone density, and the...

I've read the studies about bone density, and the impact from running is good for your bones and can especially make your hips/pelvis stronger. Cycling doesn't do much at all for bone density. I...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-30-12, 10:38 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,702
Posted By somedood

I went a similar route, but with a 18650 battery...

I went a similar route, but with a 18650 battery flashlight. The light itself at the time (a Cree XM-L LED, they're a lot cheaper now) was around $50 and it's medium mode at 400 lumens gives me...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-23-12, 10:47 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,718
Posted By somedood

I have exercise induced athsma and I get this,...

I have exercise induced athsma and I get this, but not as bad this season as I did last. For me it is similar where after the ride if I take a deep breath I start to cough and feel a slight amount...
Forum: Commuting
08-16-12, 05:01 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 645
Posted By somedood

When I ride my body burns more calories than when...

When I ride my body burns more calories than when I don't. If I eat the same amount as I do when I ride, but I am no longer riding I'm gaining weight. They have to include those calories, it's not...
08-09-12, 09:43 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,223
Posted By somedood

So after looking at it again, I do recall that...

So after looking at it again, I do recall that earlier this week I was on a ride where a rock got spit out form my buddies tire into what I thought was my wheel, but I think it hit actually the stay....
08-08-12, 10:47 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,223
Posted By somedood

Carbon fiber seat stays - superficial or structural damage?

I was cleaning the bike this evening and noticed some damage to the right carbon seat stay on my bike (Felt F35 if it matters). I can't tell if it is a crack or the epoxy is just peeling back or...
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