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Forum: Road Cycling
03-02-10, 08:28 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,236
Posted By CiaoFun

Hugo Boss has a red label line called "HUGO". ...

Hugo Boss has a red label line called "HUGO". Very slim fit.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-17-10, 09:08 PM
Replies: 144
Views: 11,662
Posted By CiaoFun

Race ...

Race

http://img113.imageshack.us/img113/526/cp23440edited1680x1050yz7.jpg

Bake

http://img230.imageshack.us/img230/3715/img0354edited1920x1200.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
12-14-09, 09:59 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 3,735
Posted By CiaoFun

Not exactly the same. I've had two crashes on...

Not exactly the same. I've had two crashes on the track: one at 70mph in a banked right hander and one at about 60mph in an off-camber left. Being in full leathers, Sidi boots, kangaroo palm...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-12-09, 01:49 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,662
Posted By CiaoFun

From first-hand knowledge: Specialized gross...

From first-hand knowledge: Specialized gross margin is 50%. Put another way, a bike with MSRP of $3000 likely has a dealer cost of about $1500.

This is GROSS and doesn't not account for all of...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-17-09, 12:27 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,103
Posted By CiaoFun

Sonoma76, can you please list the shops you found...

Sonoma76, can you please list the shops you found that rent "quality road bikes?" I'm headed to Maui (Lahaina) the second week of December and would like to do the same.

Thanks!!!
Forum: Road Cycling
10-29-09, 12:46 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 6,178
Posted By CiaoFun

Not really. The PROC is a socialist nation...

Not really. The PROC is a socialist nation without democracy. However, they are embracing economic reform through capitalism. Private enterprise and entrepreneurialism abounds. You should see the...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-07-09, 08:56 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 568
Posted By CiaoFun

The lesson is: 1 - Look through the turn ...

The lesson is:

1 - Look through the turn
2 - Finish braking before you begin turning
3 - Once you commit, don't change your mind (stay off the brakes)

Sounds to me like he panicked and...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-29-09, 05:25 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 11,416
Posted By CiaoFun

165lbs and rode on my RS-10s for 1,700 miles. ...

165lbs and rode on my RS-10s for 1,700 miles. They served me well all during this time - no spoke breakage and still true. I just sold them via eBay for $120.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-29-09, 03:42 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 8,850
Posted By CiaoFun

It depends. It doesn't take long for him to...

It depends. It doesn't take long for him to build and send, but parts happen to get backordered and the production line also gets backlogged.

I am very happy with my S2.0 but it was over two...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-28-09, 07:56 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,827
Posted By CiaoFun

^^^I have only been to Pittsburg once and saw a...

^^^I have only been to Pittsburg once and saw a Pirates game. I know the need for bridges. Why the steep street?
Forum: Road Cycling
09-28-09, 05:30 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,827
Posted By CiaoFun

Why would they even create a street like this? ...

Why would they even create a street like this? Is it some sort of 18th century horse trail? Are there obstructions that prevent any alternative routing?
Forum: Road Cycling
09-23-09, 08:03 PM
Replies: 132
Views: 8,180
Posted By CiaoFun

I race in WSMC in the middleweight class. #888 ...

I race in WSMC in the middleweight class. #888

Not much his year due to work... but hope to make it next month!!!
Forum: Road Cycling
09-23-09, 04:27 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 5,872
Posted By CiaoFun

Buying in bulk is nice. Of course the bikes...

Buying in bulk is nice. Of course the bikes don't require an entire gallon - I use it to clean motorcycles, the RV, and dilute 50/50 to use as a household cleaner.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-23-09, 04:03 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 5,872
Posted By CiaoFun

I use this from Home Depot for $10/ gallon. ...

I use this from Home Depot for $10/ gallon.

http://www.homedepot.com/catalog/productImages/300/ae/aed9ec5c-0d61-4742-b6ff-7590f55d9886_300.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
09-16-09, 06:01 PM
Replies: 398
Views: 96,655
Posted By CiaoFun

Nice rack.

Nice rack.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-11-09, 08:19 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,578
Posted By CiaoFun

My white rim S2.0 are listed at 1370g. I weighed...

My white rim S2.0 are listed at 1370g. I weighed them fresh out of the box individually and they were 1390g. I used my kitchen scale which could account for the minor variation.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-11-09, 06:59 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,578
Posted By CiaoFun

Got my Soul 2.0 in white last week

I have only ridden about 100 miles on these so a detailed report will have to wait. For now, no creeks or squeaks. No flexy despite my insane amount of power output :lol:.

Seriously, upgrades for...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-08-09, 07:13 PM
Replies: 398
Views: 96,655
Posted By CiaoFun

Nice headlights. All five of them.

Nice headlights. All five of them.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-05-09, 06:41 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,394
Posted By CiaoFun

My wife Nairs me. It's Nair night tonight.

My wife Nairs me. It's Nair night tonight.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-01-09, 10:19 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 4,227
Posted By CiaoFun

Regarding the calorie counter, per Garmin site: ...

Regarding the calorie counter, per Garmin site:

Heart rate-based calorie computation: yes
Forum: Road Cycling
08-26-09, 10:59 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,477
Posted By CiaoFun

The local shops near me are offering 0% on Treks...

The local shops near me are offering 0% on Treks for 12mo. Check it out with your local shops if that opens up your options.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-25-09, 08:42 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 5,883
Posted By CiaoFun

Is that 17.54 weight with the pedals?

Is that 17.54 weight with the pedals?
Forum: Road Cycling
08-25-09, 05:54 AM
Replies: 400
Views: 36,742
Posted By CiaoFun

Bianchi 1 Bontrager R 1 Bontrager RL 5 ...

Bianchi 1
Bontrager R 1
Bontrager RL 5
Bontrager RXL 2
Brooks B17 20
Brooks B17 Champion 1
Brooks B17N 1
Brooks B67 1
Brooks Professional 2
Brooks Swallow 1
Forum: Road Cycling
08-25-09, 05:48 AM
Replies: 310
Views: 53,628
Posted By CiaoFun

I saw it at my LBS this past weekend: - Very...

I saw it at my LBS this past weekend:
- Very pretty
- It was tagged at $549.00
- It felt heavy, but I didn't get it on a scale
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-21-09, 05:02 PM
Replies: 1,232
Views: 128,772
Posted By CiaoFun

Yes. For me, there are two different icons. ...

Yes. For me, there are two different icons. When the computer is running, the Garmin shows a PC icon. When the PC is off, the Garmin shows a battery icon (either red or green). In all of these...
Forum: Southern California
08-20-09, 05:59 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,171
Posted By CiaoFun

Where does this trail begin? Thanks

Where does this trail begin?

Thanks
Forum: Southern California
08-17-09, 03:51 PM
Replies: 675
Views: 40,925
Posted By CiaoFun

Best is defined as what? Steepest, fastest, least...

Best is defined as what? Steepest, fastest, least traffic? The route I know is this and it is quite challenging:

From the park go to Imperial.

South at Imperial and it climbs straight up into...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-07-09, 10:25 PM
Replies: 1,232
Views: 128,772
Posted By CiaoFun

It is sticky. The manual describes how to set...

It is sticky. The manual describes how to set the backlight timeout. I have mine set to "Never."
Forum: Road Cycling
08-05-09, 12:46 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 10,299
Posted By CiaoFun

I shaved my legs for the first time last week -...

I shaved my legs for the first time last week - well, not really shave with a razor but trimmed down with a beard/ sideburn trimmer. The wife likes it and offered to Veet my legs tonight (I think...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-05-09, 10:28 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 10,299
Posted By CiaoFun

Start from the ankles and move up. Stop when you...

Start from the ankles and move up. Stop when you hit eyebrows.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-05-09, 10:23 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 5,065
Posted By CiaoFun

Mine is, right now, doing the typing for me.

Mine is, right now, doing the typing for me.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-05-09, 12:00 AM
Replies: 177
Views: 6,637
Posted By CiaoFun

Management Consultant specializing in retail...

Management Consultant specializing in retail strategy and digital marketing.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-03-09, 05:16 PM
Replies: 201
Views: 14,293
Posted By CiaoFun

So you want the standard crank, however you want...

So you want the standard crank, however you want to change the 12-27 to a 12-25? You won't get any faster and you'll lose some climbing ability at the extreme end. Do you just want to smooth out...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-03-09, 04:36 PM
Replies: 201
Views: 14,293
Posted By CiaoFun

A-ha. Sorry, didn't know you were looking for a...

A-ha. Sorry, didn't know you were looking for a standard crank. In this case, you're right: Roubaix comes in triple or compact only. If you've got the power to push that big 53, then the Tarmac is...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-03-09, 01:42 PM
Replies: 201
Views: 14,293
Posted By CiaoFun

For the same trim level, e.g. Comp, Elite, etc....

For the same trim level, e.g. Comp, Elite, etc. Tarmac and Roubaix have the same gearing. See Specialized site. Example:

Roubaix Comp Compact: 50/34 and 12-27
Tarmac Comp Compact: 50/34 and...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-29-09, 09:52 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,460
Posted By CiaoFun

Tooch? Or Too-shay? Tuh-chee?

Tooch? Or Too-shay? Tuh-chee?
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
07-27-09, 03:03 PM
Replies: 1,232
Views: 128,772
Posted By CiaoFun

When my 705 is connected to a USB, the battery...

When my 705 is connected to a USB, the battery icon is not shown - you see the PC icon. If you can see this then the unit is charging.

As for the calorie counter: it's useless.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
07-27-09, 02:06 PM
Replies: 1,232
Views: 128,772
Posted By CiaoFun

Definitely yes if the PC is on. If the PC is...

Definitely yes if the PC is on. If the PC is off, then it depends on whether you have power to the USB ports when your PC is in the off mode. In either case you'll be able to tell right on the...
Forum: Southern California
07-22-09, 09:38 PM
Replies: 675
Views: 40,925
Posted By CiaoFun

Headwind bad. Heat bad. Traffic on the trail,...

Headwind bad. Heat bad. Traffic on the trail, also bad. All these things come after 9am. :)
Forum: Southern California
07-22-09, 08:53 PM
Replies: 675
Views: 40,925
Posted By CiaoFun

Proposed start time: 6am.

Proposed start time: 6am.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-15-09, 09:50 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 8,631
Posted By CiaoFun

Dammit. I was added to the build list on 6/22...

Dammit. I was added to the build list on 6/22 and no word yet. Perhaps the white rims are backordered...

When did you place your order?
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
07-15-09, 09:49 PM
Replies: 1,232
Views: 128,772
Posted By CiaoFun

Trouble with picking up the signal can be...

Trouble with picking up the signal can be remedied by wetting the contact points with a little water before you put the strap around your chest. I read it on page two of the HR manual and it works...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-14-09, 02:51 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,853
Posted By CiaoFun

I like the disc on the wall designed for...

I like the disc on the wall designed for protecting your bike's grip tape. They also double really well as doorknob stoppers.
Forum: Southern California
07-13-09, 03:47 PM
Replies: 675
Views: 40,925
Posted By CiaoFun

You wrote that you reached PCH, "then across." ...

You wrote that you reached PCH, "then across." What's your return route? Curious for something different than going back up the trail.

Thanks!!!
Forum: Road Cycling
07-10-09, 09:43 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 8,631
Posted By CiaoFun

Per the website...

Per the website (http://bikesoul.com/2009/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=2&Itemid=10):

"They are built strong enough for everyday training with NO rider weight limit and light enough...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-09-09, 11:30 AM
Replies: 115
Views: 8,631
Posted By CiaoFun

One example of how you would do it: ...

One example of how you would do it:

http://bicycletutor.com/overhaul-wheel-bearings/
Forum: Road Cycling
07-06-09, 07:50 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 8,631
Posted By CiaoFun

From...

From http://bikesoul.com/2009/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=25&Itemid=36

S2.0 Xpert- Everyday enhance stiffness low profile wheelset with wide bladed spokes (1460g)
S2.0 SL-...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-06-09, 06:55 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 8,631
Posted By CiaoFun

I'm on the list as well for the S2.0. Really...

I'm on the list as well for the S2.0. Really trying to decide whether I should change it to a C4.0. Since these two wheels have such similar weights, the performance benefit would only come from the...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
07-05-09, 06:05 PM
Replies: 1,232
Views: 128,772
Posted By CiaoFun

Menu -> Settings -> Ant+Sport ->...

Menu -> Settings -> Ant+Sport -> Accessories
Forum: Road Cycling
06-25-09, 10:47 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,916
Posted By CiaoFun

I buy tires in threes. I find that I go through...

I buy tires in threes. I find that I go through two rears for every one front.
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