any cyclists/roadies? - Page 13

hammondc · 08-17-2014, 04:50 PM

Longest ride yet today. 68 miles. Everything hurts.

E.J. · 08-18-2014, 09:19 AM

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Originally Posted by hammondc

Longest ride yet today. 68 miles. Everything hurts.

Good on you, Chip!

It's a good hurt....

ucla695 · 10-18-2014, 07:05 PM

Picked up a Gramin 810 this week and had fun breaking it in. It congratulalated me for a personal best. Did 0.90 miles on my test spin. Lol. It mounts on the handle bars (no extension), so I'm looking to get the k-edge rig. It's aluminum and I shouldn't have to worry about fatigue and breaking.

http://www.amazon.com/K-Edge-Garmin-.../dp/B008OHDTMM

Any thoughts?

hammondc · 10-18-2014, 07:14 PM

I know several folks with a similar rig and they have not had any problems.

ucla695 · 10-18-2014, 07:31 PM

Cool. Thanks!

Now to look for a good place to buy cycling gear (clothes). Any online suggestions?

GTsetGO · 10-18-2014, 08:42 PM

Not sure if I posted in here. But I picked up this beauty about 2 months ago. try to get out 3 or 4 times a week.

2014 Allez Elite

mosesbotbol · 10-19-2014, 07:10 AM

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Originally Posted by ucla695

Cool. Thanks!

Now to look for a good place to buy cycling gear (clothes). Any online suggestions?

If you want the best at best prices, look no further: http://www.assosfactoryoutlet.com/

hammondc · 10-19-2014, 09:06 AM

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Originally Posted by GTsetGO

Not sure if I posted in here. But I picked up this beauty about 2 months ago. try to get out 3 or 4 times a week.

2014 Allez Elite

Holy crap!! A Spec that is not red/black

hammondc · 10-19-2014, 09:08 AM

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Originally Posted by ucla695

Cool. Thanks!

Now to look for a good place to buy cycling gear (clothes). Any online suggestions?

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Originally Posted by mosesbotbol

If you want the best at best prices, look no further: http://www.assosfactoryoutlet.com/

Assos is hella nice, but also very expensive. If you do not want to top that kind of coin, check out Nashbar, Performance Bike, Campmor, Sierra Trading Post. I also get a good bit online. You may want to check your LBS for end of summer sales. I picked up some nice Bontrager store Jerseys at the local Trek dealer.

hammondc · 10-19-2014, 09:13 AM

I really like the Pearl Izumi Quest or Attack stuff.
One piece of advice....get full zip jerseys. They can be hard to get off when soaked in sweat.

mosesbotbol · 10-19-2014, 10:51 AM

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Originally Posted by hammondc

Assos is hella nice, but also very expensive. If you do not want to top that kind of coin, check out Nashbar, Performance Bike, Campmor, Sierra Trading Post. I also get a good bit online. You may want to check your LBS for end of summer sales. I picked up some nice Bontrager store Jerseys at the local Trek dealer.

Yes, Assos is kinda of expensive, but to put in perspective, I have gone through 3 pairs of bib shorts while still using the same Assos bib shorts for 10 years. Which is more expensive in the end?

Problem with buying bike clothes online is whether they'll fit correct. Fit is important and brands are not uniform in fit.

One brand I would avoid is Castelli; real crap that is overpriced. Louis Garneau is well priced. Giordana is a solid brand. Campagnolo's clothing line is nice.

ucla695 · 10-19-2014, 04:02 PM

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Originally Posted by mosesbotbol

If you want the best at best prices, look no further: http://www.assosfactoryoutlet.com/

Quote:

Originally Posted by hammondc

Assos is hella nice, but also very expensive. If you do not want to top that kind of coin, check out Nashbar, Performance Bike, Campmor, Sierra Trading Post. I also get a good bit online. You may want to check your LBS for end of summer sales. I picked up some nice Bontrager store Jerseys at the local Trek dealer.

Quote:

Originally Posted by hammondc

I really like the Pearl Izumi Quest or Attack stuff.
One piece of advice....get full zip jerseys. They can be hard to get off when soaked in sweat.

Quote:

Originally Posted by mosesbotbol

Yes, Assos is kinda of expensive, but to put in perspective, I have gone through 3 pairs of bib shorts while still using the same Assos bib shorts for 10 years. Which is more expensive in the end?

Problem with buying bike clothes online is whether they'll fit correct. Fit is important and brands are not uniform in fit.

One brand I would avoid is Castelli; real crap that is overpriced. Louis Garneau is well priced. Giordana is a solid brand. Campagnolo's clothing line is nice.

Thanks guys!

hammondc · 10-19-2014, 05:58 PM

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Originally Posted by mosesbotbol

Yes, Assos is kinda of expensive, but to put in perspective, I have gone through 3 pairs of bib shorts while still using the same Assos bib shorts for 10 years. Which is more expensive in the end?

Problem with buying bike clothes online is whether they'll fit correct. Fit is important and brands are not uniform in fit.

One brand I would avoid is Castelli; real crap that is overpriced. Louis Garneau is well priced. Giordana is a solid brand. Campagnolo's clothing line is nice.

Agreed on this for the most part. I just cannot spend $300 on bibs. Hell I may get super fat or super thin in that time frame. I KNOW it is the best out there. I just cannot justify it. I have good luck with PI, but have also used their running gear for years.

Agree 200% on Castelli. I bought a very nice bib for ~$125 and it fits like crap, pilled very early and the color washed out.

mosesbotbol · 10-20-2014, 05:56 AM

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Originally Posted by hammondc

Agree 200% on Castelli. I bought a very nice bib for ~$125 and it fits like crap, pilled very early and the color washed out.

Exactly what happened to me as well. On top of that, I contacted Castelli and filled out a return form, sent them my gloves that fell apart and I got nothing in return. Horrible customer service, crappy product. Their heyday was like 30 years ago when shorts were merino wool..

GTsetGO · 10-20-2014, 08:24 AM

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Originally Posted by hammondc

Holy crap!! A Spec that is not red/black

one reason i chose it. lol

GTsetGO · 10-20-2014, 12:25 PM

https://www.roadid.com/builder/id/default.aspx#/style/5

I use this app and am getting a bracelet. good stuff.

hammondc · 10-21-2014, 06:07 PM

Yep. Never ride without mine

Chainsaw13 · 12-27-2014, 04:52 PM

Tried the DVD that came with the trainer. Kicked my ass. Go thru the first sprint of the last set. I see now I need the lazy Susan front wheel cradle for this trainer. For the sprints you're out of the seat, at max gearing going all out. Hit 26.4mph on the Cateye. Still satisfied with the workout and I have a goal to finish it and hit faster speeds.

hammondc · 12-28-2014, 01:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Chainsaw13

Tried the DVD that came with the trainer. Kicked my ass. Go thru the first sprint of the last set. I see now I need the lazy Susan front wheel cradle for this trainer. For the sprints you're out of the seat, at max gearing going all out. Hit 26.4mph on the Cateye. Still satisfied with the workout and I have a goal to finish it and hit faster speeds.

Which trainer?

Chainsaw13 · 12-28-2014, 09:30 PM

Kurt Kinetic.

08-17-2014, 04:50 PM	#241
hammondc Moar Padrons! Join Date: Aug 2010 First Name: Chip Location: Senoia, GA Posts: 2,625 Trading: (17)	Re: any cyclists/roadies? Longest ride yet today. 68 miles. Everything hurts.

10-18-2014, 07:05 PM	#243
ucla695 Neither here, nor there Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: The Pool Posts: 3,696 Trading: (5)	Re: any cyclists/roadies? Picked up a Gramin 810 this week and had fun breaking it in. It congratulalated me for a personal best. Did 0.90 miles on my test spin. Lol. It mounts on the handle bars (no extension), so I'm looking to get the k-edge rig. It's aluminum and I shouldn't have to worry about fatigue and breaking. http://www.amazon.com/K-Edge-Garmin-.../dp/B008OHDTMM Any thoughts?

10-18-2014, 07:14 PM	#244
hammondc Moar Padrons! Join Date: Aug 2010 First Name: Chip Location: Senoia, GA Posts: 2,625 Trading: (17)	Re: any cyclists/roadies? I know several folks with a similar rig and they have not had any problems.

10-18-2014, 07:31 PM	#245
ucla695 Neither here, nor there Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: The Pool Posts: 3,696 Trading: (5)	Re: any cyclists/roadies? Cool. Thanks! Now to look for a good place to buy cycling gear (clothes). Any online suggestions?

10-18-2014, 08:42 PM	#246
GTsetGO those were the droids Join Date: Nov 2008 First Name: Rob Location: Newport News, VA Posts: 1,686 Trading: (5)	Re: any cyclists/roadies? Not sure if I posted in here. But I picked up this beauty about 2 months ago. try to get out 3 or 4 times a week. 2014 Allez Elite __________________ Modded Mustangs

10-19-2014, 09:13 AM	#250
hammondc Moar Padrons! Join Date: Aug 2010 First Name: Chip Location: Senoia, GA Posts: 2,625 Trading: (17)	Re: any cyclists/roadies? I really like the Pearl Izumi Quest or Attack stuff. One piece of advice....get full zip jerseys. They can be hard to get off when soaked in sweat.

10-20-2014, 12:25 PM	#256
GTsetGO those were the droids Join Date: Nov 2008 First Name: Rob Location: Newport News, VA Posts: 1,686 Trading: (5)	Re: any cyclists/roadies? https://www.roadid.com/builder/id/default.aspx#/style/5 I use this app and am getting a bracelet. good stuff. __________________ Modded Mustangs

10-21-2014, 06:07 PM	#257
hammondc Moar Padrons! Join Date: Aug 2010 First Name: Chip Location: Senoia, GA Posts: 2,625 Trading: (17)	Re: any cyclists/roadies? Yep. Never ride without mine

12-27-2014, 04:52 PM	#258
Chainsaw13 Møøse bites can be nasty Join Date: Jan 2010 First Name: Bob Location: The Enchanted Mitten Posts: 7,180 Trading: (96)	Re: any cyclists/roadies? Tried the DVD that came with the trainer. Kicked my ass. Go thru the first sprint of the last set. I see now I need the lazy Susan front wheel cradle for this trainer. For the sprints you're out of the seat, at max gearing going all out. Hit 26.4mph on the Cateye. Still satisfied with the workout and I have a goal to finish it and hit faster speeds. __________________ My neighbor came by my house this morning at 2AM, pounding on the door. Good thing I was still up playing the drums.

12-28-2014, 09:30 PM	#260
Chainsaw13 Møøse bites can be nasty Join Date: Jan 2010 First Name: Bob Location: The Enchanted Mitten Posts: 7,180 Trading: (96)	Re: any cyclists/roadies? Kurt Kinetic. __________________ My neighbor came by my house this morning at 2AM, pounding on the door. Good thing I was still up playing the drums.