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05-27-2018, 12:14 AM | #837 |
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06-11-2018, 01:50 AM | #838 | |
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06-12-2018, 02:29 PM | #839 | |
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..of course I like to shift my cars too (3 pedals!)...so maybe it's a mental thing |
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06-12-2018, 06:54 PM | #840 |
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I didn't like the full sync shift because it would do so at times I wasn't expecting it. But the semi-sync works well for me. I don't go to the small ring up front very often as most hills here are doable on the large ring, but on the steep hills, it's nice to shift to the smaller ring and have the rear cog right where I need it to avoid spinning air. All a matter of personal preference, I guess.
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07-09-2018, 12:51 PM | #841 | |
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Yes, you are winning. When my wife was reconciling our books there was an $8k charge that wasn't accounted for. My stupid mistake for not hiding it better. But i was on the hook and told her it was my MTN bike. She must think like your wife.... She says, Ok, here is the new indoor trainer i want. Thanks. lol Win for me too!
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07-09-2018, 12:56 PM | #842 |
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For the longest time M3post wouldn't let me log in due to an unverified email address. It kept telling me to enter a valid email address, but the email was always correct. I got a PM and boom. all fixed.
If any of you are on Instagram, i'm MrTonka.MTB.
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07-09-2018, 08:32 PM | #843 |
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Now I'm trying to figure out how to finagle the new Domane SL7 disc. Just my luck they'd come out with that a year after I bought mine.
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07-23-2018, 03:29 PM | #844 |
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So, for us less-traveled newly emerging cyclist: Besides constantly changing my handle position (flat, curved, on the brakes with thumb, index) what helps relieve the stress on the hands while riding? I ran Saturday then rode late yesterday for about 10 miles. My palms were killing me!
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07-23-2018, 06:03 PM | #845 |
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Takes a while for that to ease up. You should also find a good bike shop that can do a full on fitting for you. I had one done for the Domane and it's way more comfortable to ride now. I really notice it when I switch back to my Crossrip. My hands go numb quickly and my wrists ache after 30 minutes or so. I need to take some measurements from the Domane and get my Crossrip set up the same. I think there's too much of a drop on the Crossrip.
Short answer: get your seat height and reach to the bars set properly.
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07-23-2018, 06:50 PM | #846 |
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N00b mentality: Seat height is for your legs. Gooseneck is where the handlebars mount, and that location isn't really "adjustable"
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07-23-2018, 07:20 PM | #848 | |
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Also, +1 on the fitting. A proper fitting is well worth it.
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07-23-2018, 07:34 PM | #849 | |
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On the bar front I like a slightly thicker one with semi flat top. Have an Al Zipp service course sl. Some Ritchey carbon one on the road bike. The thicker bars distribute load on your hands better and I find they are easier on the forearms on long rides. FYI, I ride super thin gloves, hate padding. |
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07-23-2018, 08:13 PM | #850 | |
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I wear gloves more for protection than for comfort. I have some padding under my bar tape. That helps a bit, but that's all minor compared to a proper fit.
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07-23-2018, 08:15 PM | #851 |
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None of yuz SHARE your bike with other riders of various sizes
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07-23-2018, 11:23 PM | #856 |
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Yeah. I haven't hit the S-1 limit yet. Thinking of something for the trails.
I think it's S-1 (Separation). But D-1 works just as well. Now if she knew how much camera gear I have...
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07-24-2018, 12:58 AM | #857 | |
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Also, if you have not had a bike fit you may want to consider one. Your positioning could be off such as leaning too far forward and dumping too much weight into your arms / palms... too stretched out that your arms are locked out meaning you are not using your arms to absorbs bumps.... Finally, are you relaxed when riding? If you are too tense you will grip your handle bars too tight regardless of position and your hand /palms will ache. I use to have the same issue mountain biking new trails. |
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07-24-2018, 06:37 AM | #858 |
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Yes.
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