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Forum: Road Cycling
10-13-15, 04:26 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,875
Posted By cmschmie

I recently picked up a pair of Defeet wool arm...

I recently picked up a pair of Defeet wool arm warmers. Used them on Saturday morning on a cool/slightly wet ride and they were perfect.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-28-15, 10:20 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,777
Posted By cmschmie

Ditto here. Stepped outside at 11:15 and only a...

Ditto here. Stepped outside at 11:15 and only a faint drizzle. Got changed and was heading out for a quick lunch ride and it was raining a bit harder. Called of the ride.
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
09-02-15, 09:02 AM
Replies: 305
Views: 33,202
Posted By cmschmie

If I get to go I will just drive up on Sunday...

If I get to go I will just drive up on Sunday morning. It's ~3 hours from my house. Just gotta work out someone to watch my son since the wife is working.

If I can't go to the Worlds, at least...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-12-15, 05:44 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,731
Posted By cmschmie

I tried on a pair and fell in love. However I...

I tried on a pair and fell in love. However I couldn't justify the price. Shop had the new Audax on sale for $200 and ordered a pair today. Hope to get them one day next week.

I have a 2008...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-03-14, 05:05 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,642
Posted By cmschmie

Not likely to happen: Ultegra 6800 (6870 if I'm...

Not likely to happen:
Ultegra 6800 (6870 if I'm high on Santa's "good" list)
Boyd 44mm clinchers

Maybe possibly could happen:
New shoes, S-works or Lake CX237
New helmet, Giro Synth or Prevail...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-01-14, 05:12 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,041
Posted By cmschmie

www.bikesdirect.com (http://bikesdirect.com/) ? ...

www.bikesdirect.com (http://bikesdirect.com/) ?
They should change their site name to winter beater. Cheap enough that you can change tires, saddle, and bars as needed.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-07-14, 03:25 PM
Replies: 3,261
Views: 639,202
Posted By cmschmie

Decisions decisions (...chose the way home) ...

Decisions decisions (...chose the way home)
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Forum: Road Cycling
09-05-14, 10:27 AM
Replies: 21,339
Views: 5,201,573
Posted By cmschmie

Picked this up today. Should make me eleventy...

Picked this up today. Should make me eleventy billion times faster than the Easton stem I was using.
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Forum: Road Cycling
08-31-14, 07:55 PM
Replies: 498
Views: 72,265
Posted By cmschmie

Here is the old Allez. taken a couple years ago. ...

Here is the old Allez. taken a couple years ago.
http://i577.photobucket.com/albums/ss217/cmschmie/0FEE5DEC-3846-4E86-8F2E-165CDA8F2057-743-00000134B08805B1.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
08-28-14, 05:02 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,018
Posted By cmschmie

Find a secluded spot in the complex (out back?)...

Find a secluded spot in the complex (out back?) and bring your bike with a pitcher or two full of water and your cleaning supplies.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-22-14, 05:02 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 3,496
Posted By cmschmie

Hot and humid now, typical NC summer. I try to...

Hot and humid now, typical NC summer.
I try to ride early if it's going to be hot or just for an hour or so if I ride at lunch.

My perfect riding weather would be when temps are in the upper...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-21-14, 08:49 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,383
Posted By cmschmie

I have a 2006 TSX (similar sized car) and I put...

I have a 2006 TSX (similar sized car) and I put my 54 cm Roubaix behind the front seats.
I take off my front wheel and it fits easily. Sorry no pic. Would just suggest using a towel on the drive...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-13-14, 12:14 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 6,110
Posted By cmschmie

Highest was 44 mph according to Garmin. Quite a...

Highest was 44 mph according to Garmin. Quite a few between 40 and 42. It's fun going that fast. 399115
Forum: Road Cycling
07-25-14, 05:12 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,553
Posted By cmschmie

Get Your Ride On! (http://www.weeklyrides.com). ...

Get Your Ride On! (http://www.weeklyrides.com).
This site lists all the various club rides in and around Charlotte. There is bound to be a ride that goes near where you live. Maybe you can contact...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-24-14, 01:07 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,858
Posted By cmschmie

Nothing wrong with the attitude. You're free to...

Nothing wrong with the attitude. You're free to ride with whatever gearing you please. You can add to your smugness by having better spacing between your gears.

However, when you're "done" after x...
Forum: Southeast
07-22-14, 05:19 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,128
Posted By cmschmie

I am currently planning in going. I live in...

I am currently planning in going. I live in northern North Carolina and will probably go up there the morning of and head home right after.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-18-14, 09:05 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,148
Posted By cmschmie

I don't think that is correct. The pressure in...

I don't think that is correct. The pressure in the tire is the same as the pressure in the hose which is the same as the pressure in the pump. That's the way the gauge works. Glorious Bernoulli's...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-18-14, 08:56 AM
Replies: 115
Views: 12,549
Posted By cmschmie

99.9% of cycling is about looks. So you have to...

99.9% of cycling is about looks. So you have to at the very least cut the dork disk, remove reflectors and slam the stem.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-15-14, 12:07 PM
Replies: 525
Views: 31,112
Posted By cmschmie

Are you serious? This caused the crash (and...

Are you serious?
This caused the crash (and busted leg). The bike he was riding at the time was damaged but not destroyed. Roche gave Contador his bike and waited on team car. Contador rode for who...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-15-14, 11:46 AM
Replies: 525
Views: 31,112
Posted By cmschmie

Wow there are a lot of dumb dumbs on this site. ...

Wow there are a lot of dumb dumbs on this site.

The only thing I fault Specialized for is not waiting for all the details to come in before responding to the questions/concerns from media and...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-12-14, 08:34 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 938
Posted By cmschmie

Same thing happened to my Dad. Busted his...

Same thing happened to my Dad. Busted his shoulder pretty good, req'd surgery.

Heal fast.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-06-14, 05:13 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 7,338
Posted By cmschmie

Bad batch of steel on the inner ring? I hope the...

Bad batch of steel on the inner ring? I hope the shop is contacting Shimano as well.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-03-14, 08:32 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,692
Posted By cmschmie

What are you goals for the summer? If you want...

What are you goals for the summer?
If you want to wait for the "fall/winter blowouts" on road shoes and pedals, why not wait until then for the Retul?

If you have to get the Retul this summer,...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-02-14, 11:33 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,749
Posted By cmschmie

I think I paid in the $3400-3500 range for my...

I think I paid in the $3400-3500 range for my 2013 SL4 Expert.
I was surprised that I got the same or better deal on the 2013 (that they had to order) than the 2012 Expert they had on the floor.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-14, 11:50 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 7,242
Posted By cmschmie

Did they wave back? Phone, keys, ID and cash...

Did they wave back?

Phone, keys, ID and cash (and food if needed) in pockets. Repair items in an Arundel Dual bag.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-13-14, 05:00 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,932
Posted By cmschmie

It's cool that they offer the service, but I'm...

It's cool that they offer the service, but I'm not sure it'll spread to other parts of the country (i.e. the south) any time soon.
Besides, are they going to carry ultralight latex tubes or...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-09-14, 10:44 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,438
Posted By cmschmie

Only to add to the above post: Saddle could be...

Only to add to the above post:
Saddle could be another thing if your bum is really particular.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-08-14, 08:26 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,830
Posted By cmschmie

That $500 buys you non-asploding crabon.

That $500 buys you non-asploding crabon.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-06-14, 10:22 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 9,485
Posted By cmschmie

Something made just for me, preferably in carbon....

Something made just for me, preferably in carbon.
Disclaimer: Dream bike is subject to change without notice and without reason.

Current favorite:
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Forum: Road Cycling
05-02-14, 05:09 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 3,492
Posted By cmschmie

Thank you Now I'm not sure if I should reply...

Thank you

Now I'm not sure if I should reply here or start a new thread titled "How do I pronounce; I agree with tjk23 even though I don't pay to have a membership?"
Forum: Road Cycling
05-01-14, 05:47 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,871
Posted By cmschmie

This is a question that I cannot answer. There...

This is a question that I cannot answer. There are a lot of pointless threads because people lack the ability to use the SEARCH feature generously put they by the moderators and admins to aid those...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-01-14, 12:50 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,915
Posted By cmschmie

Tis true, my 45 mile commute takes 40-45 minutes....

Tis true, my 45 mile commute takes 40-45 minutes. I also leave the house at 5:45am and leave work at 4:00pm.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-01-14, 12:48 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,871
Posted By cmschmie

Do the moderators do anything on this site? How...

Do the moderators do anything on this site? How many pointless threads making fun of pointless threads do we need?

EDIT:
Okay, it does appear that the "blah blah is dangerous" threads are being...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-01-14, 10:55 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,915
Posted By cmschmie

I think it's pretty damn simple. Take the new...

I think it's pretty damn simple. Take the new job. More secure and though the pay is the same, the overall compensation package seems like it would be much better.

Buy a beater car and commute for...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-17-14, 01:15 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 14,772
Posted By cmschmie

Pinarello because they are always the top choice...

Pinarello because they are always the top choice in Bicycling magazine.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-11-14, 11:04 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,512
Posted By cmschmie

Jen Voigt's long lost cousin Mark Voit is one of...

Jen Voigt's long lost cousin Mark Voit is one of their athletes.
His motto is: "shhh legs, it's quiet time"
Forum: Road Cycling
04-11-14, 06:12 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,581
Posted By cmschmie

If you bought the tires at an LBS they may give...

If you bought the tires at an LBS they may give you a bit of a discount on a new one if you explain the situation.
If not a discount they may throw in a tube and install for free.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-02-14, 05:48 AM
Replies: 207
Views: 69,060
Posted By cmschmie

He looks miserable

He looks miserable
Forum: Road Cycling
03-31-14, 06:03 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 13,909
Posted By cmschmie

I spoke with the Wipperman rep at the NAHBS this...

I spoke with the Wipperman rep at the NAHBS this year and he said that they would be delivering their 11 speed chains late this Spring.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-31-14, 01:18 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 13,909
Posted By cmschmie

I find this a benefit for the all the 90i0 and...

I find this a benefit for the all the 90i0 and 68i0 owners since they can now get cheaper chains. A few more grams for more dough in the pocket is worth it.


On a semi related note:
I really...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-25-14, 11:54 AM
Replies: 211
Views: 11,465
Posted By cmschmie

A wave or nod to: Other roadies. People that...

A wave or nod to:
Other roadies.
People that wave at me first.
Cars that let me pass before they leave the intersection and/or that wait to pass me until I wave them around.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-24-14, 10:25 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 3,264
Posted By cmschmie

I agree with Merlin, but if you're going in to...

I agree with Merlin, but if you're going in to get a new one, bring your wool hat so that you can get the right size.
Could always buy 2. One for warm weather (medium) and one for cool (large)?
Forum: Road Cycling
03-21-14, 11:35 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,153
Posted By cmschmie

I think most modern day helmets will give you...

I think most modern day helmets will give you that "bulbous" look.

If you want a sleek/fitted helmet, gotta go old school.
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Forum: Road Cycling
03-17-14, 05:15 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,007
Posted By cmschmie

Was there yesterday. First time attending...

Was there yesterday. First time attending anything like this and I liked it a lot.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-11-14, 08:21 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 5,812
Posted By cmschmie

Charlie Soap. Wash cold, double rinse, hang dry.

Charlie Soap. Wash cold, double rinse, hang dry.
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
03-10-14, 01:19 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,330
Posted By cmschmie

NBC Sports this time of year? Hockey classics...

NBC Sports this time of year? Hockey classics that early in the morning. Far more important than a bike race.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-01-14, 02:54 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,326
Posted By cmschmie

Down? I'd spin out in the 61-11 going up le Alpe.

Down? I'd spin out in the 61-11 going up le Alpe.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-25-14, 08:48 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,814
Posted By cmschmie

Two of the sick days (out of maybe 5 total) I've...

Two of the sick days (out of maybe 5 total) I've taken in the last 8 years were to pick-up a new bike/get a fitting.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-07-14, 06:15 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,040
Posted By cmschmie

I haven't finished a ride in 6 months because of...

I haven't finished a ride in 6 months because of this. Really hurt my training.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
09-03-13, 06:48 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,226
Posted By cmschmie

While I do not race there is a great site for the...

While I do not race there is a great site for the area www.weeklyrides.com (http://www.weeklyrides.com) that has quite a bit of information.

I think that the most active club for racing is...
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