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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-20-08, 12:18 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 766
Posted By bkriete

My girlfriend (now fiancee) was a photography...

My girlfriend (now fiancee) was a photography student at Hallmark and I did do some modeling for her (NB: she is now a professional photography but I am not a professional model):
...
Forum: Commuting
10-16-07, 02:02 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 3,391
Posted By bkriete

Surly Cross Check frame and fork TV Firex GXP...

Surly Cross Check frame and fork
TV Firex GXP 175 black 26-36-48 crankset
XT M761-SGS Top normal Rear Der
Deore M531 Traditional DualPull Multi Clamp Front Der
Deore HG-50 9-Speed 11-32 Cassette...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-11-07, 08:27 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,412
Posted By bkriete

I'm thrilled with my Surly Cross-Check. You...

I'm thrilled with my Surly Cross-Check. You should be able to get one nicely fitted with a triple and STI shifters for around $1200.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-03-07, 10:58 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,769
Posted By bkriete

Have any experience with the Spartacus or...

Have any experience with the Spartacus or Spartacus Pros Velocity offers? It's the Deep-V rim in a 20/24 spoke count configuration, with Velocity's hub. They claim it's meant for heavier riders,...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-03-07, 09:41 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,769
Posted By bkriete

I'm curious to hear what you end up with and...

I'm curious to hear what you end up with and where you get them. I need a pair of road wheels - 6'2" and 240 here.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-03-07, 08:31 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,091
Posted By bkriete

I just had to make a similar choice on the...

I just had to make a similar choice on the Pedalforce group buy. I ended up going with SRAM Rival with Red brifters and a Shimano FC700 compact crank - I wanted a compact and heard bad things about...
Forum: Commuting
09-27-07, 07:37 AM
Replies: 110
Views: 4,482
Posted By bkriete

I do 11 miles in 40-45 minutes on the way in, 35...

I do 11 miles in 40-45 minutes on the way in, 35 on the way home. Guess that works out to between 15 and 19 MPH depending on which way I'm going.
Forum: Commuting
09-24-07, 12:05 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,035
Posted By bkriete

Cross and touring will probably be similar in...

Cross and touring will probably be similar in strength. Touring will likely have a lower bottom bracket and slightly more relaxed geometry, making it more stable and smooth-riding but less "sporty."
Forum: Commuting
09-24-07, 06:37 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,652
Posted By bkriete

I ended up with a mix between the pre-built bike...

I ended up with a mix between the pre-built bike and some parts my LBS suggested. It came in around $1300 with STI, a triple, and hand-built rims, which seemed like a reasonable premium compared to...
Forum: Commuting
09-18-07, 08:44 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,515
Posted By bkriete

Sounds like your chain is dirty - try cleaning...

Sounds like your chain is dirty - try cleaning and lubing it and seeing if that fixes your problem. It doesn't make sense that the derailer would be the problem when shifting from big to medium.
Forum: Commuting
09-17-07, 10:06 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,797
Posted By bkriete

I'm riding on 35s on my Cross-Check. Nice for...

I'm riding on 35s on my Cross-Check. Nice for when the going gets sandy/offroad, but since I ride it almost entirely on-road I'm thinking I'll downsize to 28s or 32s when these wear out.
Forum: Commuting
09-17-07, 10:04 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,652
Posted By bkriete

I was choosing between the LHT and CC for my bike...

I was choosing between the LHT and CC for my bike this spring to start commuting on. I decided, based on feedback from my LBS guy that the Cross Check would be a little more fun and "sporty" feeling...
Forum: Commuting
09-14-07, 12:41 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,592
Posted By bkriete

Yeah, I add on the way home all the time. ...

Yeah, I add on the way home all the time. Usually take a route that's around 15 instead of 11 and hillier. Takes too long in the morning though.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-31-07, 11:21 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,482
Posted By bkriete

Each bottle is 1 lb, 4 oz. Not two pounds. 16...

Each bottle is 1 lb, 4 oz. Not two pounds. 16 ounces = one pound.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-31-07, 08:15 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,089
Posted By bkriete

I looked around a bit but couldn't find...

I looked around a bit but couldn't find availability dates for Red. I'm interested in the bling cassette and brifters - anyone know when they might be hitting the street?
Forum: Commuting
08-27-07, 07:36 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 3,678
Posted By bkriete

I see them on a weekly basis...from the old farts...

I see them on a weekly basis...from the old farts wobbling all over the road so you can't know where they'll be in the lane from one moment to the next, to the arrogant jerks in matching jerseys...
Forum: Commuting
08-16-07, 08:11 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 4,536
Posted By bkriete

Good luck on your recovery - I hope it's swift...

Good luck on your recovery - I hope it's swift and full, though I know it won't be easy.

A reminder to everyone reading this: If you can, donate blood. You or a fellow cyclist might be the one...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-03-07, 08:49 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,085
Posted By bkriete

I would like to be able to compare more than two...

I would like to be able to compare more than two setups. I'm trying to decide what to put on my next bike and I'd like to be able to compare what's on my current one (a triple with a wide-ratio...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-01-07, 10:19 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,135
Posted By bkriete

Great summary, very useful. I'm curious if...

Great summary, very useful. I'm curious if people have difficulty downshifting in the drops or upshifting on the hoods due to the lever placement. Thoughts?
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-31-07, 09:14 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,015
Posted By bkriete

My local shop quoted me $975 on a "stock"...

My local shop quoted me $975 on a "stock" Cross-Check (compared to the $930 I found it for online), and ended up building me one essentially exactly like what you are looking for (Ultegra brifters,...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-31-07, 09:05 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,317
Posted By bkriete

I'm 6'2", 33.5" inseam, riding a 60cm...

I'm 6'2", 33.5" inseam, riding a 60cm Cross-Check. Fits me great, but I do have a longish torso. Less seat-post showing than most people seem to have.
Forum: Commuting
07-31-07, 08:37 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,985
Posted By bkriete

My commute is 11 miles each way, moderately...

My commute is 11 miles each way, moderately hilly, very few lights. It takes me 45 minutes in, 35 back (a little more uphill on the way in). I would try doing "every other day" commuting for two...
Forum: Commuting
07-31-07, 08:32 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,197
Posted By bkriete

The stabilizer usually goes under your arm,...

The stabilizer usually goes under your arm, creating an upside-down, tilted Y out of the main strap and the stabilizer. This keeps the bag from shifting around. If it's not doing anything for you,...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-21-07, 06:36 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 550
Posted By bkriete

When I bought my bike a few months ago, I was...

When I bought my bike a few months ago, I was doing five or six miles and finding myself uncomfortable and worn out by the end of it. It's been about two months now and I am regularly riding the 22...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-21-07, 06:34 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 479
Posted By bkriete

I'm riding a Surly Cross-Check at 6'2" and 250ish...

I'm riding a Surly Cross-Check at 6'2" and 250ish pounds. The great advantage of the Surly bikes is that you can spec them out pretty much however you want. If you want something that's more...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-13-07, 11:58 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,150
Posted By bkriete

I do a fair bit of hiking...we have lots of great...

I do a fair bit of hiking...we have lots of great trails within a couple hours of Western Mass. It can be tough the first while you do it but gets you in great shape. It's funny to revise your...
Forum: Commuting
07-13-07, 08:11 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 334
Posted By bkriete

My first "full week" of commuting

I rode 4 out of 5 days this week - had a routine Dr's appt on Tuesday so seized the opportunity to bring in fresh clothes and bring home old ones. Four days was my goal for the week (I have been...
Forum: Commuting
07-11-07, 09:42 AM
Replies: 117
Views: 5,255
Posted By bkriete

I rode in this morning after taking yesterday off...

I rode in this morning after taking yesterday off (had an appointment right after work and took the opportunity to switch out clean and dirty clothes, bring in some lunches, etc) and it took me 35...
Forum: Commuting
07-11-07, 09:39 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 807
Posted By bkriete

I have two Camelbaks, one Unbottle that I strap...

I have two Camelbaks, one Unbottle that I strap to the side of my photo backpack, and one MULE (I think.) The Unbottle is like you describe - a real struggle to open. The MULE is fine. I guess there...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-10-07, 07:38 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,198
Posted By bkriete

I'm using the Speedplay Frogs with MTB shoes and...

I'm using the Speedplay Frogs with MTB shoes and I love 'em. The combo is very walkable and comfortable on the bike. The Frogs are pretty expensive though. I will say that I absolutely recommend...
Forum: Commuting
07-10-07, 06:01 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 5,255
Posted By bkriete

I've been commuting for a couple weeks now. ...

I've been commuting for a couple weeks now. Started around 250 (I'm 6'2"), and still about the same, but I've noticed my gut is going away a little and my arms and legs are getting more muscular. ...
Forum: Commuting
07-10-07, 11:10 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,140
Posted By bkriete

I bought a Surly Cross-Check based on similar...

I bought a Surly Cross-Check based on similar requirements and am very happy with it. I was deciding between that and the LHT and chose the CC based on it being a little more "lively" and less...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-09-07, 10:45 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 961
Posted By bkriete

I'm pondering the exact same decision. I'm...

I'm pondering the exact same decision. I'm leaning towards Centaur with Chorus shifters, just to try something different from Shimano. I'm curious to hear what you end up with. Make a decision yet?
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-09-07, 08:43 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,920
Posted By bkriete

I have had a Cross Check for a couple months,...

I have had a Cross Check for a couple months, mostly using it for commuting. I'm running a mix of Surly's standard build with a few upgrades, including brifters. It's extremely versatile;...
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