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Forum: Southern California
01-10-21, 04:08 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,037
Posted By midorix

Double fatalities Otay Lakes (San Diego)

I ride here all the time and I know there are cars and motorcyclist that goes way too fast here. However, I just don't get this accident as this was in a straight away with good visibility.
Scary....
Forum: Road Cycling
04-18-13, 04:55 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,405
Posted By midorix

I love Giant TCR...

I love Giant TCR http://www.giant-bicycles.com/en-us/bikes/model/tcr.composite.2/11490/55800/#specifications

OP is looking for MSRP near $2k as I'm not sure other posters' bikes are MSRP $2K.

I...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-25-13, 04:58 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 739
Posted By midorix

I've been riding 2006 Giant TCR C3 and it's a...

I've been riding 2006 Giant TCR C3 and it's a great bike ( I love it!). If you get serious, you may want to upgrade the wheels as Xero wheels are bit heavy and flexes a bit. Before someone says to...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-01-11, 02:23 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,036
Posted By midorix

47mph. At 40 mph - whooo whoo! At 42 mph...

47mph.

At 40 mph - whooo whoo!
At 42 mph - I hope there's no pot holes
At 44 mph - Hmmm...was there a curve coming up?
At 46 mph - ......ummm what would happen if I get a flat or one of the...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-27-11, 06:50 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 13,073
Posted By midorix

Specialized Allez is a good bike, if it fits. I...

Specialized Allez is a good bike, if it fits.
I also like Giants as well who I think makes best bang for the buck bikes at all levels.

I hope your budget covers all the typical necessary...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-27-11, 04:49 PM
Replies: 21,338
Views: 5,196,903
Posted By midorix

Fizik Aliante FDJ Team ...

Fizik Aliante FDJ Team

http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=51051
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http://members.cox.net/midorix/IMG_0681.JPG
Forum: Road Cycling
09-27-11, 02:58 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 54,037
Posted By midorix

If the business are smart they should accept any...

If the business are smart they should accept any customers, including one on tricycles, along as they are not imposing any danger to themselves or others (i.e. I'm not sure riding a bike through...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-27-11, 02:52 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 728
Posted By midorix

Thanks for the responses. So far it looks like...

Thanks for the responses. So far it looks like blue saddle is a go. I'll probably wait till current handle bar tape wears out before installing the Fizik blue tape. Any more opinions you may have...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-21-11, 03:03 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 645
Posted By midorix

Nice budget (....jealous). I say brand doesn't...

Nice budget (....jealous). I say brand doesn't mean much along as it is from a major brand. Each bike brands fits bit differently as you probably already know (for me, Cannondale and Trek was really...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-21-11, 02:53 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,349
Posted By midorix

It's Token chain catcher. Much cheaper than...

It's Token chain catcher. Much cheaper than K-Edge and I think it's just as "pretty" and functional.

I got it from PBK when they had it in stock (they are out of stock now but I'm sure they'll...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-21-11, 10:09 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,349
Posted By midorix

Happened to me couple of times even though the...

Happened to me couple of times even though the shifter was properly adjusted (may have to to do with compact crank with small bike frame which puts bit more angle on the chain). Fortunately, I...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-20-11, 08:30 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 728
Posted By midorix

Blue Saddle - Seeking Opinions

I've decided to buy a saddle for my road bike so that road bike saddle can be used on my hybrid and my hybrid saddle can be used to replace the crappy saddle that came on my in-door bike. I know I...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-04-11, 08:50 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,895
Posted By midorix

I've been riding Easton EA90 Aero for over 7K...

I've been riding Easton EA90 Aero for over 7K miles now. The wheels have held up well, including some bad roads here and there. I never had to true them and had to replace one nipple (spoke was fine)...
Forum: Commuting
05-21-11, 08:54 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 3,196
Posted By midorix

Bike to work day in San Diego was yesterday,...

Bike to work day in San Diego was yesterday, 20th. Morning ride was lot of fun, stopping at pit stops getting Starbucks coffee (free), T-shirts (free) and various Clif bars (free) (you can see I get...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-12-11, 08:14 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 430
Posted By midorix

I know this is very old thread but I now have a...

I know this is very old thread but I now have a same issue with my 2006 Giant TCR.
Mine is definitely a crack at the bottom portion, right below the screw that holds the front derailleur.
Not sure...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
01-03-10, 02:42 PM
Replies: 3,982
Views: 649,999
Posted By midorix

Coronado Island, San Diego 47 miles round trip...

Coronado Island, San Diego
47 miles round trip ride :)
"very cool" 73F in middle of winter........

http://members.cox.net/midorix/Specialized%20Large%20for%20web.JPG
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
01-02-10, 06:48 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,241
Posted By midorix

I agree :) ...

I agree :)

http://members.cox.net/midorix/Specialized%20Sirrus.JPG
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
11-18-09, 09:00 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,754
Posted By midorix

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v465/woodchuckss...

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v465/woodchuckssuck/FD2.jpg


Can you install water bottle cage with this setup?
Forum: Commuting
11-15-09, 10:22 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,925
Posted By midorix

Thanks for the quick and complete response.

Thanks for the quick and complete response.
Forum: Commuting
11-15-09, 12:00 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,925
Posted By midorix

What kind of fenders are those? No issue...

What kind of fenders are those? No issue clearing the front derailer (seems to have lot of clearance which is surprising for Sirrus)?
Forum: Road Cycling
11-04-09, 06:03 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,525
Posted By midorix

Thanks grymg. I live in San Diego so it's even...

Thanks grymg. I live in San Diego so it's even warmer than Norcal but there are times where I need warmers in the nippy mornings. I typically try to purchase products that has best bang for the buck...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-04-09, 09:20 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,525
Posted By midorix

Yup...PBK....... Thanks for the input. I know...

Yup...PBK....... Thanks for the input. I know it's not worth the discount if it doesn't fit.............hopefully several others will post so that we can get some basis for the sizing.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-03-09, 02:26 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,525
Posted By midorix

Nalini Warmers Sizing Question

I'm considering purchasing both Nalini Arm Warmers and Nalini Leg Warmers but would like your help on sizing. I know that the best method is to try them on but unfortunately, local shops do not...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-15-09, 08:04 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 894
Posted By midorix

I just got the Shimano Ultegra Cassette yesterday...

I just got the Shimano Ultegra Cassette yesterday for $54.99 at Performance bike. Apparently, they are trying to clear out the CS-6600 (as 6700 series our out). The web didn't have the right gear...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-04-09, 01:38 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 678
Posted By midorix

Usually 5 to 7 days to San Diego, CA. The...

Usually 5 to 7 days to San Diego, CA. The wildcard is the customs. It appears my latest order, cable sets, were stuck in customs (unusual bag tear, one of the custom's label peeled off). Received...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-30-09, 04:15 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,273
Posted By midorix

Use a different magnet?

Use a different magnet?
Forum: Road Cycling
08-30-09, 01:43 PM
Replies: 126
Views: 14,017
Posted By midorix

All major brands are good. Everyone will tell...

All major brands are good. Everyone will tell you fit is everything. Test ride much as you can before deciding. You seem to have very nice budget so you shouldn't have any problem finding the best...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-09-09, 07:31 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,234
Posted By midorix

Performance Occasionally, REI when they are on...

Performance
Occasionally, REI when they are on clearance....
Forum: Road Cycling
08-08-09, 06:11 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 522
Posted By midorix

Red cassette body is 10spd only. Black Cassette...

Red cassette body is 10spd only. Black Cassette body is compatible for 8,9, and 10spd.
The EA90Aero that I purchased last year came with red cassette body but not sure if they switched back to...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-05-09, 05:31 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,536
Posted By midorix

I posed this exact question to ParkTool when I...

I posed this exact question to ParkTool when I purchased their chain checker. What they said was for 9 and 10spd chains, because they are narrow, they recommended to replace the chain at .75% or take...
Forum: Commuting
07-29-09, 08:23 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,058
Posted By midorix

Well that didn't last long......I was lucky...

Well that didn't last long......I was lucky enough to order two when the stock count was around 540. Late last night dropped to 470. This morning -19. Looks like reseller bought bunch.....
Forum: Road Cycling
07-15-09, 12:32 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,569
Posted By midorix

http://www.horen.org.il/jpegs/bicycle/glove-tan.jp...

http://www.horen.org.il/jpegs/bicycle/glove-tan.jpg[/QUOTE]


http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/8/8c/Neelix.jpg
:lol:
Forum: Road Cycling
07-15-09, 12:24 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,964
Posted By midorix

Ordered shoes from Nashbar on 7/5. Received...

Ordered shoes from Nashbar on 7/5. Received shoes on 7/13 on standard shipping from Ohio to San Diego. The shoes price dropped on 7/6 which I did get price adjustment. Price adjustment took a call...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-12-09, 09:11 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 606
Posted By midorix

http://parktool.com/repair/readhowto.asp?id=25

http://parktool.com/repair/readhowto.asp?id=25
Forum: Road Cycling
07-11-09, 11:23 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,654
Posted By midorix

doh.....too late.

doh.....too late.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-28-09, 06:06 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,082
Posted By midorix

Thumbs up on Performance Elite bib. I normally...

Thumbs up on Performance Elite bib. I normally wear medium for shorts but had to chose large for elite bib. Medium was too tight. Like other said try it at local shop or order two and return one...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-13-09, 03:04 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 819
Posted By midorix

Catalyst Frame sizing (note MSRP is for Frame...

Catalyst Frame sizing (note MSRP is for Frame only):
http://www.bikepro.com/products/frames/lscatal.html

Tellico Frame sizing (note MSRP is for Frame only):
...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-12-09, 11:25 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 691
Posted By midorix

Not only Okinawa is in Japan but it's a tiny...

Not only Okinawa is in Japan but it's a tiny little island way down south = everything expensive just like Hawaii.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-12-09, 11:11 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 4,435
Posted By midorix

If you been married long enough (as I have for...

If you been married long enough (as I have for 12+ years), you should know that this is a test.
She wants you to do the right thing (=don't spend money unnecessary).

I agree with several members...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-24-09, 09:44 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 491
Posted By midorix

Hmmmm.........does your wife know that you took...

Hmmmm.........does your wife know that you took your kids through the blinding thunderstorm?:D
Forum: Road Cycling
05-23-09, 04:10 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 586
Posted By midorix

Michelin Dynamic tire came standard on my Giant...

Michelin Dynamic tire came standard on my Giant TCR C3. I rode on it for about 500 miles. It's not a bad tire for the price. However, it is heavy, ride can be harsh at times, and the grip is not...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-20-09, 10:53 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,167
Posted By midorix

Yup......slightly minor scratch near the bolt...

Yup......slightly minor scratch near the bolt area on my Giant TCR frame using Tacx Tao cage.
Tried washer method but then the bolt came loose quickly. Since you can't see the scratch when cage is...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-20-09, 10:42 PM
Replies: 498
Views: 72,246
Posted By midorix

Mt. Palomar I was ahead of Columbia High...

Mt. Palomar

I was ahead of Columbia High Road, Astana, Rabobank, and other teams during the 2009 Tour de California (for about 24 hours):lol:

http://members.cox.net/midorix/Mt%20palomar%203.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
05-20-09, 10:17 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,638
Posted By midorix

Regarding double vs triple, the bike you're...

Regarding double vs triple, the bike you're looking at (Specialized Allez Sport Compact Double) comes with Compact Cranks (50/34 chain rings) along with 12-27 cassette. This combination is more than...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-20-09, 10:08 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,127
Posted By midorix

I have similar measurement 5'7" with 29" inseam...

I have similar measurement 5'7" with 29" inseam and fit on Giant TCR small perfectly (it came with 90mm stem and 170mm compact crank). I've tried about dozen different bikes from the major brands...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-17-09, 07:55 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,359
Posted By midorix

You should not buy a bike to "grow into it". ...

You should not buy a bike to "grow into it".
You'll need to get a bike that fits you right now or you won't enjoy biking.

I strongly recommend you speak with Trek as I know they do have...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-15-09, 09:57 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,014
Posted By midorix

Will be participating the San Diego Century...

Will be participating the San Diego Century tomorrow with approximately 1,000 other riders. San Diego has been nice and cool till today. Tomorrow's forecast is high of 90F!!!! This will be my...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-30-09, 01:07 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,936
Posted By midorix

So true.......I didn't like it initially until I...

So true.......I didn't like it initially until I got the angle/position correct. Very sensitive to slightlest adjustments. However, once dialed in, I don't even think about it anymore.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-11-09, 01:34 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 602
Posted By midorix

All of the above posts has good advices. ...

All of the above posts has good advices.

Also, there's typically free 1 hour clinic offered by your local bike shop that you may want to attend(Trek, REI, etc.). Even if you decide not to do your...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-04-09, 03:32 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 820
Posted By midorix

Schwinn Fastback Performance Bicylcles...

Schwinn Fastback

Performance Bicylcles typically have it on sale around $600.
I ended up getting much more expensive bike but if my budget was $500 to $600 range, this would be the one I would...
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