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Originally Posted By kethnaab⏩
This seems to be the general consensus when it comes to carbon wheels. Even in the case of MTB.... I might have to pick some up.Best upgrades I ever did were carbon wheelsets.
04-03-2018, 12:48 PM
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Whats the verdict on those Chinese carbon frames? Watched a few Youtube reviews and they seem to really like them. One Youtuber researched/investigated and found the manufacturer that makes his Chinese frame was the same OEM manufacturer for some big name companies (BMC was one of them). They obviously have the know how and machinery to build quality frames. Quick search on Aliexpress, $1500 for a carbon fiber frame, alloy wheels, alloy bars and full Ultegra R8000 Group.




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Originally Posted By HMFIC_BROWSIN⏩
The added speed, ease of climbing, and overall stiffness makes them my #1 upgrade. There are good alloy wheels that are reasonably lightweight and stiff, but the extra $$$ is almost always worth it to me for any bike that I really want to ride fast onThis seems to be the general consensus when it comes to carbon wheels. Even in the case of MTB.... I might have to pick some up.
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Originally Posted By IIIII⏩
Some are good, some are bad, none of them have in country service/warranties.Whats the verdict on those Chinese carbon frames?
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Originally Posted By kethnaab⏩
speed wise goes something like this:The added speed, ease of climbing, and overall stiffness makes them my #1 upgrade. There are good alloy wheels that are reasonably lightweight and stiff, but the extra $$$ is almost always worth it to me for any bike that I really want to ride fast on
1. position
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regardless they feel nicer and roll a bit faster than normal wheels.
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Originally Posted By IIIII⏩
when u are going down a hill at 40mph+ and hit a pothole the LAST things u would want to think about: I bought a cheap chines frame lolWhats the verdict on those Chinese carbon frames? Watched a few Youtube reviews and they seem to really like them. One Youtuber researched/investigated and found the manufacturer that makes his Chinese frame was the same OEM manufacturer for some big name companies (BMC was one of them). They obviously have the know how and machinery to build quality frames. Quick search on Aliexpress, $1500 for a carbon fiber frame, alloy wheels, alloy bars and full Ultegra R8000 Group.
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Originally Posted By SkepticalOne⏩
/threadI'm rolling in $3K Enves. They are not justifiable on the performance gains that they provide me. They do however provide perceptible improvements in comfort and handling due the size tires I run. Again, none of this can be translated to good value for money.
They are simply something that I want from a gear-lust perspective and in order to optimize my dream bike for the characteristics I value. For me, they make me love my bike that much more and enhance the overall experience in ways that can't be quantified.
Even if they do make me go faster, from an aero perspective I prefer that not to rely on tech for speed enhancements, as I ride for fitness.
Ultimately, I don't think its any different than when people option-up a car and add moonroof, 19" rims, Bi xenon headlights, Apple CarPlay, etc, etc. People want what they want.
They are simply something that I want from a gear-lust perspective and in order to optimize my dream bike for the characteristics I value. For me, they make me love my bike that much more and enhance the overall experience in ways that can't be quantified.
Even if they do make me go faster, from an aero perspective I prefer that not to rely on tech for speed enhancements, as I ride for fitness.
Ultimately, I don't think its any different than when people option-up a car and add moonroof, 19" rims, Bi xenon headlights, Apple CarPlay, etc, etc. People want what they want.
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Originally Posted By ErikTheElectric⏩
price is a scam lol they make those f wheels for $100 in china then sell them here for 2kA scam? Have you ever ridden a carbon wheel set and then hopped on aluminum? lol
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Originally Posted By SkepticalOne⏩
this u brah?I'm rolling in $3K Enves. They are not justifiable on the performance gains that they provide me. They do however provide perceptible improvements in comfort and handling due the size tires I run. Again, none of this can be translated to good value for money.
They are simply something that I want from a gear-lust perspective and in order to optimize my dream bike for the characteristics I value. For me, they make me love my bike that much more and enhance the overall experience in ways that can't be quantified.
Even if they do make me go faster, from an aero perspective I prefer that not to rely on tech for speed enhancements, as I ride for fitness.
Ultimately, I don't think its any different than when people option-up a car and add moonroof, 19" rims, Bi xenon headlights, Apple CarPlay, etc, etc. People want what they want.
They are simply something that I want from a gear-lust perspective and in order to optimize my dream bike for the characteristics I value. For me, they make me love my bike that much more and enhance the overall experience in ways that can't be quantified.
Even if they do make me go faster, from an aero perspective I prefer that not to rely on tech for speed enhancements, as I ride for fitness.
Ultimately, I don't think its any different than when people option-up a car and add moonroof, 19" rims, Bi xenon headlights, Apple CarPlay, etc, etc. People want what they want.
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04-04-2018, 04:55 AM
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[QUOTE=Nocturnal310 post_id=1548211191]this u brah?
[youtube]qVdzj-M-vVk[youtube][/QUOTE]That might be me lol... Except I'm in exceptionally better shape and act to impress no one other than myself...I'm an aerospace engineer by training, and have a deep appreciation for the finer engineered details of some of higher end tech such as the efforts underpinning the airfoil design of my Enves for example. I'm also very realistic about finances and affordability. Cycling, running and gym (calisthenics) are my only hobbies and therefore I don't have boats, jet-skis, ATVs, golf clubs, collectibles, etc. I choose to treat myself in a way that I get to appreciate several times a week, knowing that gear will see heavy use.
You coming out for the GFNY in just over a month?
[youtube]qVdzj-M-vVk[youtube][/QUOTE]That might be me lol... Except I'm in exceptionally better shape and act to impress no one other than myself...I'm an aerospace engineer by training, and have a deep appreciation for the finer engineered details of some of higher end tech such as the efforts underpinning the airfoil design of my Enves for example. I'm also very realistic about finances and affordability. Cycling, running and gym (calisthenics) are my only hobbies and therefore I don't have boats, jet-skis, ATVs, golf clubs, collectibles, etc. I choose to treat myself in a way that I get to appreciate several times a week, knowing that gear will see heavy use.
You coming out for the GFNY in just over a month?
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Originally Posted By SkepticalOne⏩
i am a big fan of mechanical so loving bikes comes easy.That might be me lol... Except I'm in exceptionally better shape and act to impress no one other than myself...I'm an aerospace engineer by training, and have a deep appreciation for the finer engineered details of some of higher end tech such as the efforts underpinning the airfoil design of my Enves for example. I'm also very realistic about finances and affordability. Cycling, running and gym (calisthenics) are my only hobbies and therefore I don't have boats, jet-skis, ATVs, golf clubs, collectibles, etc. I choose to treat myself in a way that I get to appreciate several times a week, knowing that gear will see heavy use.
You coming out for the GFNY in just over a month?
You coming out for the GFNY in just over a month?
nah, i need to save money & noway ready for even 50 miles ..but checkout the expo
u doing TD boro also?
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04-04-2018, 05:31 AM
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Originally Posted By Nocturnal310⏩
I'll be crossing that finish line at some point and sucking on several beer at the expo.nah, i need to save money & noway ready for even 50 miles ..but might volunteer at the expo
04-04-2018, 05:32 AM
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Originally Posted By SkepticalOne⏩
they giving free bottle of wine with registration as well right?I'll be crossing that finish line at some point and sucking on several beer at the expo.
could catch up misc brahs at expo.
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04-04-2018, 05:36 AM
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Originally Posted By Nocturnal310⏩
Yep, I'll be midtown Manhattan Saturday afternoon picking up my swag...could easily rendezvous. I still have my bottle of wine from last year lol. That big green bottle is actually a piss jug for the starting-line wait on the George Washington Bridgethey giving free bottle of wine with registration as well right?
could catch up misc brahs at expo.
could catch up misc brahs at expo.


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Originally Posted By SkepticalOne⏩
I'm probably gonna have all of the above to say in a month or so when my bike goes in for its Di2 upgrade, but replace "$3K Enves" with $2K Nox." The bolded is probably the most important thing to bear in mind, regardless of what you're talking about. If you want it, and you can afford it, then fuk it. Just make sure you canactuallyafford it.I'm rolling in $3K Enves. They are not justifiable on the performance gains that they provide me. They do however provide perceptible improvements in comfort and handling due the size tires I run. Again, none of this can be translated to good value for money.
They are simply something that I want from a gear-lust perspective and in order to optimize my dream bike for the characteristics I value. For me, they make me love my bike that much more and enhance the overall experience in ways that can't be quantified.
Even if they do make me go faster, from an aero perspective I prefer that not to rely on tech for speed enhancements, as I ride for fitness.
Ultimately, I don't think its any different than when people option-up a car and add moonroof, 19" rims, Bi xenon headlights, Apple CarPlay, etc, etc.People want what they want.
They are simply something that I want from a gear-lust perspective and in order to optimize my dream bike for the characteristics I value. For me, they make me love my bike that much more and enhance the overall experience in ways that can't be quantified.
Even if they do make me go faster, from an aero perspective I prefer that not to rely on tech for speed enhancements, as I ride for fitness.
Ultimately, I don't think its any different than when people option-up a car and add moonroof, 19" rims, Bi xenon headlights, Apple CarPlay, etc, etc.People want what they want.
Originally Posted By kethnaab⏩
HED is another company that makes killer bang for the buck alloy wheels. Their Ardennes+ wheelset will run you about $900 and weighs around 1575g, which is about 100g more than a good carbon wheelset. I have a set of the disc brake version on my commuter bike and they're about as close to bombproof as you can get.zomg....yes.You can get really good quality fairly lightweight alloy wheels(Roval is great for this), but the stiffness of a carbon wheel combined with the lighter weight makes for a pretty impressive combo.
Originally Posted By ChaseW⏩
I mean... disc brakes are the bomb, and the future... speaking of which, here's my new Ultegra Di2 hydraulic shift levers!My biggest complaint after upgrading to Enve's was thatI almost need disc brakestrying to ride through the puddles the cardio bunnies leave on the multi-use path after I give em a little laser beam brrt brrrt

This was the only part that was holding up my Di2 upgrade, as they've been nearly impossible to get your hands on since they started hitting retailers late last year. Now all I need is some misc parts like Di2 wires and junction boxes, brake rotor adapters, and carbon bars and stem, all of which can be had within a few days. I may be going in for shoulder surgery soon, so I may hold off on the bars and stem and just roll with the stock chit for now, and then revisit bars and stem when I'm all healed up again... we'll see how it plays out.
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04-06-2018, 12:52 PM
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Riding fasted
Any of you do intermittent fasting? I'm trying it out to drop 15 pounds. currently 187 (down from 191). Looking to go to 176. I love the IF, but morning rides don't feel the same while fasted. I'm within my first week so I assume it will get a little better as my body adjusts to the schedule. My average speed is somehow the same lol.
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Any of you do intermittent fasting? I'm trying it out to drop 15 pounds. currently 187 (down from 191). Looking to go to 176. I love the IF, but morning rides don't feel the same while fasted. I'm within my first week so I assume it will get a little better as my body adjusts to the schedule. My average speed is somehow the same lol.
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Originally Posted By HMFIC_BROWSIN⏩
Every ride I do is fasted. Feel much better in a fasted state.Riding fasted
Any of you do intermittent fasting?
Any of you do intermittent fasting?
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Originally Posted By ErikTheElectric⏩
you dont feel light headed?Every ride I do is fasted. Feel much better in a fasted state.
i feel i ride better when i had a carb heavy meal an hour before.
but i ve always done carb cycling..even when weight training...feel it gives great intensity at the same time prevent excess bodyfat gain.
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Fasted, carb heavy, hungover... doesnt matter as long as ive taken a satisfying chit within the last half hour of starting.
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Originally Posted By DatPass⏩
hahahaha! very true. I like to eat carbs 1-2 hours before. As long as its not a fatty or very high protein meal, I'm good.Fasted, carb heavy, hungover... doesnt matter as long as ive taken a satisfying chit within the last half hour of starting.
Sometimes I'll be a bit hungry when I start my ride but then 5 mins into it, I don't even notice my hunger. Just drink Skratch Labs to keep sugar levels balanced.
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Originally Posted By Idioteque⏩
how about Gatorade?hahahaha! very true. I like to eat carbs 1-2 hours before. As long as its not a fatty or very high protein meal, I'm good.
Sometimes I'll be a bit hungry when I start my ride but then 5 mins into it, I don't even notice my hunger. Just drink Skratch Labs to keep sugar levels balanced.
Sometimes I'll be a bit hungry when I start my ride but then 5 mins into it, I don't even notice my hunger. Just drink Skratch Labs to keep sugar levels balanced.
thinking of carrying some dextrose drinks for longer rides.
not a fan of solid foods.
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I usually do 1-2 hour rides fasted but if I'm doing some hardcore climbing / long routes I always need some quick carbs for the ride and a meal before .
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Originally Posted By Nocturnal310⏩
Not at all. Completely relative to the individual really. Although If (well in this case, it's a matter of "when" because the majority of my rides don't last longer than 2.5 hours atm)I go beyond 3-4 hours. I'll have some calories/carbs beforehand.you dont feel light headed?
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once I got used to it, I was able to do a metric century fasted. You do have to gradually work up to that though, don't just decide "i'm not going to eat for the next 20 hours and do a longass ride".
Of course, I basically did morning physical training for 20+ years in the military, and I was always fasted, so you get used to it
Of course, I basically did morning physical training for 20+ years in the military, and I was always fasted, so you get used to it
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minor ding on the helmet when i dropped it on the floor inside the house while putting it on.
will this compromise integrity of the helmet protection?

it doesnt sink when i press on it...dunno if i can pop it back out without damaging it further.
or i can just keep it as a 'good luck' ding
will this compromise integrity of the helmet protection?

it doesnt sink when i press on it...dunno if i can pop it back out without damaging it further.
or i can just keep it as a 'good luck' ding
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Originally Posted By Nocturnal310⏩
u good brah. IMO, it wont effect the integrity of the helmet. honestly, a helmet isnt going to do much when chit gets real so id just leave and forgetminor ding on the helmet when i dropped it on the floor inside the house while putting it on.
will this compromise integrity of the helmet protection?

it doesnt sink when i press on it...dunno if i can pop it back out without damaging it further.
or i can just keep it as a 'good luck' ding
will this compromise integrity of the helmet protection?

it doesnt sink when i press on it...dunno if i can pop it back out without damaging it further.
or i can just keep it as a 'good luck' ding
be the turtle in the race.
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Originally Posted By Cadet4life⏩
bbbbut what about the drag coefficient? will the dent reduce my average speed by 2 kmh?u good brah. IMO, it wont effect the integrity of the helmet. honestly, a helmet isnt going to do much when chit gets real so id just leave and forget
jk.
tbh it just bothers me aesthetically as i am mild ocd....wearing a helmet is usually a very good idea when riding in the city i feel.
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Originally Posted By Nocturnal310⏩
Obv you need to create an identical dent in the other side then sand them both back & fill with epoxy so you don't disrupt the balance of your helmet during descents.bbbbut what about the drag coefficient? will the dent reduce my average speed by 2 kmh?
jk.
tbh it just bothers me aesthetically as i am mild ocd....wearing a helmet is usually a very good idea when riding in the city i feel.
jk.
tbh it just bothers me aesthetically as i am mild ocd....wearing a helmet is usually a very good idea when riding in the city i feel.
Srs though, its not going to do anything, the helmet is just to stop your head MAYBE taking that one sharp knock on the pavement as a car 1 hits you from behind... you should be good (assuming your cycling buddies will still be seen with a pleb in a dented helmet).
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lol you're fine.
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