[cvcdx]

Heres a shot of my mini stretch springer

http://i211.photobucket.com/albums/bb131/cvcdx/bikeride001.jpg

Its super fun in traffic and gets me around light to light quicker than my mtn bike or bmx

I usually only ride local to my own area but sometimes head downtown if theres somewhere to go

anyone else got any shots of their sunny day whips?

[racerman88]

nice cruiser

[cvcdx]

Thanks mang, you ride?..

[unit]

i want a bike... probably a road bike..
no idea what i should be looking for i havent ridden a bike since i got thrown off one and broke my teeth when i was 13. :s

[Alar]

Nice bike.

I like to ride mine around but I haven't touched it since August. Riding through traffic IS fun.

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2524/4013619694_b9ed1e7f9a_b.jpg

[cvcdx]

Road bikes are Fun... i always wanted a fixie but haven't got around to building one up

[maxxxboost]

I built this thing from scratch 4 months ago
Total cost = $201
http://www3.telus.net/willdathrill/IMG_0222.JPG


I have a Norco kokanee aswell but i love the colour on this bike :D

[SuperSlowSS]

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/44/141078249_63a6095d08_o.jpg

When I first got it. Now the stem is flipped, slk saddle and clipless. super simple super sweet to ride...if you can handle the hills. hahaha

[maxxxboost]

Nice colour scheme ^^
All or almost all back looks nice :D

[cvcdx]

nice contributions... you guys ever ride the midnight mass?

[SuperSlowSS]

Nice colour scheme ^^
All or almost all back looks nice :D

thanx, bike is flat black. Even the ladies dig it. lol
I almost bought another bike last year... fuji:

http://deviantdecorum.files.wordpress.com/2008/02/fuji-obey-fixed-gear.jpg

[spyker]

I'n not so much into road bikes,I'm the bmx type of guy,usually go with a bunch of friends to go riding,rip up downtown in the summer or Stanley Park.

Anybody else into bmx here?

[r-b-x]

http://i27.tinypic.com/116rj3a.jpg
mine. kinda entry level. would be sweet to get a cervelo.

also thinking about picking up a fixie. bianchi or bust.

[maxxxboost]

nice contributions... you guys ever ride the midnight mass?

Always work fridays but my brother and buddies go.
I go night riding after 11pm though!

Where does everyone go riding?
I usually go from Adanac to the seawall, around, and back.

[cvcdx]

Night riding is Fun

i have a pretty dope spot 2 mins away from my house in a wooded tree area that has a circut style track with big bumps and natural doubles... i can take a pic if anyone is interested in seeing it

... still want a fixie

[_Hotsauce_]

Here's my Road bike, not super fancy but it's very comfy for 30-40k rides, which is my max atm. Only cost about $1200 new. I don't really understand why people like fixed gear setups though :(

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3326/3569043930_8466d0c83e_b.jpg

My old DJ bike

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/105/290030325_2b11192d2e_o.jpg

[cvcdx]

fixies are for cycling purists... nothing compares to riding something that only equiped a seat, handle bars and no brakes*optional*... i wouldn't recomend it for an entry level rider... nice dirt jumper, i still have a norco 125 with long travel judys for dirt jumps and urban skreet riding

[unit]

I'n not so much into road bikes,I'm the bmx type of guy,usually go with a bunch of friends to go riding,rip up downtown in the summer or Stanley Park.

Anybody else into bmx here?

bmxing is cool if you're good at it. if you're over 25 and bmx and cant do anything cool then its kinda wrong. like being an old skateboarder that can barely ride. otoh, tony hawk who is like 40, is cool.

[spyker]

bmxing is cool if you're good at it. if you're over 25 and bmx and cant do anything cool then its kinda wrong. like being an old skateboarder that can barely ride. otoh, tony hawk who is like 40, is cool.

I have been riding bmx since I was 13,I think I'm pretty good at it,I mainly ride street and sometimes skateparks,won't ride trails or dirt anymore.

I can do wallrides,huge bunnyhops,360 off jumps,grinds,pull a wheelie for a block,bench grinds,the usual stuff,I don't go too crazy anymore,falling on concrete hurts alot more than it use to.

[LC21]

WHO STILL BIKES?

[SkinnyPupp]

I miss my bike so bad.. and now I am in the boonies, which is perfect for road riding. :okay:

[RayBot]

http://30.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_llbw7m38HL1qdjv9ro3_500.jpg

My first road bike....If i like doing triathlons, may be selling this and upgrading to a better one. But so far, this Specialized has been treating me really well.

[LP700-4]

WHO STILL BIKES?

I STILL BIKE :fullofwin:

My Devinci Banzai
http://lp1.pinkbike.org/p4pb5759352/p4pb5759352.jpg
http://lp1.pinkbike.org/p4pb5759338/p4pb5759338.jpg

[chris walter]

Funny this thread has popped uP again because I just started riding a bike to work. I borrowed a Fuji track classic off a freind and I'm loving it.
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[hal0g0dv2]

http://img379.imageshack.us/img379/83/010or.jpg
http://img64.imageshack.us/img64/6538/009lh.jpg

[!Aznboi128]

me my bike my car

http://a1.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/205707_10150571594705249_531105248_18242131_667746 8_n.jpg

Giant AC1

[RayBot]

Hopefully, next year, I can get into something like this

Triathlon bike-Felt B2 (http://vancouver.en.craigslist.ca/bnc/bik/2469592567.html)

[LC21]

http://img379.imageshack.us/img379/83/010or.jpg
http://img64.imageshack.us/img64/6538/009lh.jpg

Jacked and riding a bike. SICKKKLYFE

We should have a RS bike meetup, just got an old philips bike and converted it into a fixed gear =D

[J____]

i just got a pos DMC road bike, who wants to ride? Gonna give it a shot :D

[JordanLee]

That bike up top looks sick! Always wanted to make a fixie for fun.

[hal0g0dv2]

i have a brake on it now , its to fucked without one

[bcedhk]

break? :troll:

[LP700-4]

Jacked and riding a bike. SICKKKLYFE

We should have a RS bike meetup, just got an old philips bike and converted it into a fixed gear =D

Everybody ride their bikes to the regular meet =D
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[LC21]

i have a brake on it now , its to fucked without one

Looks better without breaks but too scary when theres no breaks
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[Vangruver]

http://img379.imageshack.us/img379/83/010or.jpg
http://img64.imageshack.us/img64/6538/009lh.jpg

typical.dopeness.sickness.

however it needs something "different"

[RayBot]

Taking my Specialized....doing my first Tri-event in Chilliwack

[Stevie P]

http://i.imgur.com/gqT7o.jpg

[dbc]

For the guys with the road bikes, where do you usually shop around for them?

[Spaceship_coupe]

Taking my Specialized....doing my first Tri-event in Chilliwack

How did it go Ray?

[bcedhk]

For the guys with the road bikes, where do you usually shop around for them?

American online stores. Even though i wish to support local bike stores to purchase a bike, the mark up is way too high on road bikes. I got my leader track bicycle through Leader online and saved at least 300 dollars compared to buying here.

La bicicletta in Broadway is a nice place for road bikes (expensive ones too)

[RayBot]

How did it go Ray?

AWESOME!!! However...cycling was my weakest segment.

[LC21]

What kinda toe straps do you guys use for your fixies?
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[hamsup]

I just recently picked up a brodie romulus... loving it so far as it's my first road bike....

This is my second brodie bike and it's been great to me so far !!!

[KO7]

Trying to decide between a Giant Rapid 3 or a Giant Defy 3. Don't know if I want upright bars or drop bars :(

[LP700-4]

Well my bike is officially dead as of yesterday, frame cracked in the swingarm area :cry:

Devinci did NOT stand by their warranty :okay:

Now all i got is a bunch of parts :(

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6134/6036434027_6c577086b9_b.jpg
http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6073/6036989808_5b25842dea_b.jpg

RIP Devinci Banzai 2003-2011 (Aug.11)

[woob]

Here's my Road bike, not super fancy but it's very comfy for 30-40k rides, which is my max atm. Only cost about $1200 new. I don't really understand why people like fixed gear setups though :(

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3326/3569043930_8466d0c83e_b.jpg

Where does one find a Felt bike in the Lower Mainland? I'm looking to buy my first road bike and the Felt F75 looked realllll good spec-wise.

[chris walter]

What kinda toe straps do you guys use for your fixies?
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These are the foot straps I bought. Those little leather ones look like they would break.
http://www.ynotcycle.com/products/pedal-straps/
I bought them at Super Champion.
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[LaidbacK]

I'm riding a POS old 6 speed norco atm. I wish I can buy a high end bicycle but I am too paranoid to let it sit in my condo's parkade. Can't even bring it up the elevator without getting slapped with a $200 fine.

[maxxxboost]

Well my bike is officially dead as of yesterday, frame cracked in the swingarm area :cry:

Devinci did NOT stand by their warranty :okay:

Now all i got is a bunch of parts :(
http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6134/6036434027_6c577086b9_b.jpg
http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6073/6036989808_5b25842dea_b.jpg

RIP Devinci Banzai 2003-2011 (Aug.11)


That sucks! I was wondering why didn't they honor the warranty? Isn't it lifetime?
Time to find a new frame?

[Death2Theft]

Should get a specialized if u expect a company to warranty anything more than a couple of years.
Well my bike is officially dead as of yesterday, frame cracked in the swingarm area :cry:

Devinci did NOT stand by their warranty :okay:

Now all i got is a bunch of parts :(

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6134/6036434027_6c577086b9_b.jpg
http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6073/6036989808_5b25842dea_b.jpg

RIP Devinci Banzai 2003-2011 (Aug.11)

[LC21]

Why are pedal straps Sooo expensive?

[chris walter]

They are pretty solid straps. The guy at the store showed me a few kinds including those little leather ones. They had $30 straps but I wanted something that would last a long time. I also think he store i bought them from may be a little higher priced because it is a specialty shop. You also need to have bmx or bmx "style"
Pedals for them to work. Probably the best thing I have bought for my bike so far. Climbing and decending hills and stopping is so much easier.
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[LC21]

^
It sucks without straps cause it's hard to stop =(
i might bring my bike into a shop

[LP700-4]

That sucks! I was wondering why didn't they honor the warranty? Isn't it lifetime?
Time to find a new frame?
It is lifetime warranty, but i stupidly threw out the 8 year old receipt, not expecting this.

Should get a specialized if u expect a company to warranty anything more than a couple of years.

Devinci was a hassle to deal with, but they gave me a great price on the new bike.

[LP700-4]

Heres the new bike, 2009 Devinci Ollie
http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6065/6154581714_762bde8e2c_b.jpg
http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6199/6154037951_280926f7a9_b.jpg
http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6078/6154580758_8651dfd613_b.jpg
http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6161/6154580070_410c5c652c_b.jpg

[mekaw]

It is lifetime warranty, but i stupidly threw out the 8 year old receipt, not expecting this.



Devinci was a hassle to deal with, but they gave me a great price on the new bike.

you were supposed to bring in your whole bike to get the deal on the new ollie, not just the frame. Which explains why devinci was surprised rather..



Devinci did NOT stand by their warranty :okay:

Now all i got is a bunch of parts :(

RIP Devinci Banzai 2003-2011 (Aug.11)

devinci did more than standing by their warranty. They went beyond. i believe from 02 or 03 it was still only 2 year warranty on frames and you were missing a receipt, if you had your receipt you probably would've got a better deal, or who knows, they might have given you something at free of charge. typically if you DON'T have a receipt, manufacturers won't even sell you a bike at cost

It is lifetime warranty, but i stupidly threw out the 8 year old receipt, not expecting this.

not a life time, you can't look at current devinci warranty. they didn't have life time warranty until couple years ago

[azncreationz]

Ooohhh...a bike thread! I have (too) many bikes. Some call it hoarding, I call it my collection. :woot2:
http://i220.photobucket.com/albums/dd11/dcee604/Soul4.jpg
Rocky Mountain Soul (now sold)
http://i220.photobucket.com/albums/dd11/dcee604/Ambush2.jpg
Ambush Samurai BMX (now sold)
http://i220.photobucket.com/albums/dd11/dcee604/1982%20Kuwahara%20Apollo/IMG_0210.jpg
1982 Kuwahara BMX (still own, not for sale!)

will post more later!

[Iceman_2K]

shit that Kuwahara looks nice....feel pretty bad that I sold mine decades ago...

[azncreationz]

The bike thread continues...a few more of my bikes.

http://i220.photobucket.com/albums/dd11/dcee604/1993%20GT%20Timberline/IMG_1843.jpg
1993 GT Timberline

http://i220.photobucket.com/albums/dd11/dcee604/Road%20Bike/IMG_0601.jpg
1989 Rocky Mountain Turbo Limited. I rarely ride this one.

http://i220.photobucket.com/albums/dd11/dcee604/Free%20Agent%20Ambush%2024%20BMX/IMG_1907.jpg
Free Agent Ambush 24

http://i220.photobucket.com/albums/dd11/dcee604/Redllne%20Recon%20BMX/Recon2.jpg
Redline Recon (sold)

http://i220.photobucket.com/albums/dd11/dcee604/GT%20Arrowhead/IMG_2496.jpg
GT Arrowhead that I converted into a single speed

I have a few others, maybe post them later... Keep ridin'!

[azncreationz]

shit that Kuwahara looks nice....feel pretty bad that I sold mine decades ago...

That's too bad! Well, I actually gave that one to a friend for his birthday, he loved it. I actually have another Factory Kuwahara, will post it later.

[azncreationz]

and a few more bikes that I own...

http://i220.photobucket.com/albums/dd11/dcee604/Devinci%20Melbourne/Devinci.jpg
2008 Devinci Melbourne hybrid bike. One of the few bikes that I bought brand new. Hardly have put any milage on it...well, cuz, I have other bikes to beat on.

http://i220.photobucket.com/albums/dd11/dcee604/Trek%207%205%20FX%20Disc%20hybrid/Trek2.jpg
2007 Trek 7.5FX Disc hybrid bike. Ok, I ride this one quite often, for commuting, rain or shine.

http://i220.photobucket.com/albums/dd11/dcee604/1987%20Giant%20RD540%20Road%20Bike/IMG_2656.jpg
1987 Giant RD540. My black beater road bike, this one sees duty often too.

http://i220.photobucket.com/albums/dd11/dcee604/Norco%20SS/IMG_2742.jpg
Norco Monterey, converted into my single-speed/fixie. Only ride this to Main Street or Commercial Drive. :whistle:

http://i220.photobucket.com/albums/dd11/dcee604/Trek%20Fuel%2090/TrekFuel90b.jpg
2003 Trek Fuel90. My XC mountain bike, wish I had more time to ride it.

http://i220.photobucket.com/albums/dd11/dcee604/Brodie%20Rocket/IMG_0392.jpg
2004 Brodie Rocket. Another XC Mtn. bike that I love, but rarely ride!

Okay, that's enough for now. I have a few more, and countless ones that I've use to own...

[LP700-4]

you were supposed to bring in your whole bike to get the deal on the new ollie, not just the frame. Which explains why devinci was surprised rather..
Really? Because i called up devinci before they shipped it, and asked if i needed to give them anything before they would let me purchase the bike, and the rep told me that i needed to give them the frame.


devinci did more than standing by their warranty. They went beyond. i believe from 02 or 03 it was still only 2 year warranty on frames and you were missing a receipt, if you had your receipt you probably would've got a better deal, or who knows, they might have given you something at free of charge. typically if you DON'T have a receipt, manufacturers won't even sell you a bike at cost
Fair enough, im not too sure about these things.But Devinci basically told me they werent gonna do anything about that when i first called them. It was the 2nd time around when they said they had some 2009's left in stock and could give me a price on one.


not a life time, you can't look at current devinci warranty. they didn't have life time warranty until couple years ago
Thing is, that somebody i know had the exact same scenario, they called up devinci, got it to a shop, and got a 2010 frame for no cost. He also had no reciept, things turned out much better for him. Thats why i was also expecting a new frame, turns out he had some good luck or something.

[Splmash]

I sold my only remaining road bike, a Bianchi, last year. I bought it in Seattle and had it for a good 3-4 years.

Now I'm looking for a fairly cheap, but reliable road bike for close commutes. Anyone able to recommend a shop? or a Craigslist page?

[mekaw]

Really? Because i called up devinci before they shipped it, and asked if i needed to give them anything before they would let me purchase the bike, and the rep told me that i needed to give them the frame.


Fair enough, im not too sure about these things.But Devinci basically told me they werent gonna do anything about that when i first called them. It was the 2nd time around when they said they had some 2009's left in stock and could give me a price on one.


Thing is, that somebody i know had the exact same scenario, they called up devinci, got it to a shop, and got a 2010 frame for no cost. He also had no reciept, things turned out much better for him. Thats why i was also expecting a new frame, turns out he had some good luck or something.

yep, you were supposed to send your whole bike. I suppose whoever talked to you from devinci fucked up or there was miscommunication, in the end it turned out better for you, considering you got to keep the all the old parts. Aside from cracking the seat tube on your new bike already after a week of having it. No warranty on that though.

[mekaw]

I've owned quite a few.

https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash2/62845_10150262677970554_523520553_14742632_7254864 _n.jpg

https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash2/61900_10150262677825554_523520553_14742631_7568610 _n.jpg

https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash2/30640_10150193490660554_523520553_12865306_7301589 _n.jpg

https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-snc3/18134_415651305553_523520553_10642807_2458880_n.jp g


https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/photos-ak-snc1/v3011/202/9/523520553/n523520553_6507164_7406507.jpg

https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-snc3/15934_322269185553_523520553_9704763_3494456_n.jpg

https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/photos-ak-snc1/v2309/202/9/523520553/n523520553_5848572_7887.jpg

and my first dh bike back from 2003

http://lp1.pinkbike.org/p4pb1004139/p4pb1004139.jpg

[LP700-4]

yep, you were supposed to send your whole bike. I suppose whoever talked to you from devinci fucked up or there was miscommunication, in the end it turned out better for you, considering you got to keep the all the old parts. Aside from cracking the seat tube on your new bike already after a week of having it. No warranty on that though.

Thats okay, the seat tube is still intact, no crack. Took it to MT.Fromme yesterday and still rides as new.

[mekaw]

Thats okay, the seat tube is still intact, no crack. Took it to MT.Fromme yesterday and still rides as new.

just make sure you don't jack it up as high as it is in the picture.

[LP700-4]

I really didnt know, there isnt any "Maximum" indicated. But yea, ive learned.

[mekaw]

I really didnt know, there isnt any "Maximum" indicated. But yea, ive learned.

if you take the post out, there's minimum insertion line marked, if not, make sure seat is at least 3 inches in

[LP700-4]

Checked again and theres no indication at all. Weird cause on my 2 other bikes its engraved right into the seat post. I generally keep my post at least halfway in now.

[-lincolnboi-]

Giant AC1

:megusta:

http://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k312/lincolnboi/ac3.jpg

AC3

[woob]

My dad's bike yesterday. Happened toward the end of our ride :( :

http://i.imgur.com/ztxlQ.jpg

[LP700-4]

That's not too bad looks like just a new derailleur hangar and it's good to go..... Unless I'm missing something here lol..

On my commuter I've broken like 3 hangars already, don't know how it happens but 15 bucks and a bit of tuning and it's on to riding again,.
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[woob]

It's just a bitch to have happen to you. A couple of spokes are bent as well. He will need to replace those, and true the wheel.

[Phozy]

My dad's bike yesterday. Happened toward the end of our ride :( :

http://i.imgur.com/ztxlQ.jpg

LOL "built in Canada"


:troll:

[RayBot]

Check out what i just picked up yesterday!!!

http://yfrog.com/h7uvjonj


Thank goodness for craigslist....waiting for this oppurtunity!

[woob]

^ Nice! You do tri?

[RayBot]

^^ Yep....did my first tri with a roadbike last year....and absolutely loved it.

Gonna continue training for a few more races next year and the Vancouver Merrell Tri Series.

[Spaceship_coupe]

Damn you Ray! I wish I had as much disposable income as you!

[RayBot]

Trust me....it wasn't disposable income. It was an INCREDIBLE deal....as in, so incredible if i wanted to sell it today, I'd make 300 more than I paid for it.

[woob]

Anyone know of a bike shop that sells Mavic road (clipless) shoes in Van?

[azncreationz]

Anyone know of a bike shop that sells Mavic road (clipless) shoes in Van?

try On The Rivet at Broadway & Ontario.

[LC21]

Dammm got a flat tire!!! Such a pain to pump air in the tires with a basketball pump with an adapter
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[RayBot]

Dammm got a flat tire!!! Such a pain to pump air in the tires with a basketball pump with an adapter
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Thank goodness for craigslist.

[LC21]

^ either my tire has a hole or my pump is being a dick. Imma just bring it in to a shop.
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[woob]

try On The Rivet at Broadway & Ontario.

Thanks for the suggestion! I hadn't heard of them before, but I checked them out today. They carried Mavic shoes, but not what I was looking for--road shoes. That said, the woman working there was great with helping me try to find a shoe that fit, even though I did not end up buying anything. Her dog was super cool as well! +1 to On the Rivet.

Anyway, can someone recommend some good water-resistant booties? I'm getting new shoes soon and I want to baby them.

Also, tips for 1st time clipless?

[Everymans]

Was a roomates bike. It's a single gear and it's pretty light. Don't know what happened to it.
http://img84.imageshack.us/img84/1340/phplsmejvpm.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/84/phplsmejvpm.jpg/)
http://img40.imageshack.us/img40/6267/phpp3q7x0pmresize.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/40/phpp3q7x0pmresize.jpg/)
My current bike. Got it for free. Needs a new back rim and tire. Needs a new cassette and a new chain... I try and ride it once a week but now that it's getting colder and darker earlier it's becoming difficult. I should invest in some lights for this thing, currently I have an LED flashlight taped to the front handlebars. Super Ghetto.

Here is a bunch of flicks of a house I used to live in. Bike graveyard/workshop.
http://img850.imageshack.us/img850/2737/phpf281ydpmresize.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/850/phpf281ydpmresize.jpg/)
http://img585.imageshack.us/img585/7172/php2lxikvpm.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/585/php2lxikvpm.jpg/)
http://img80.imageshack.us/img80/1276/phpjdws5vpmfeg.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/80/phpjdws5vpmfeg.jpg/)
http://img194.imageshack.us/img194/3576/phprtwbqdpmresized.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/194/phprtwbqdpmresized.jpg/)
http://img338.imageshack.us/img338/1346/phpwjqvyrpmresize.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/338/phpwjqvyrpmresize.jpg/)
http://img202.imageshack.us/img202/433/phpxcsrbjpmresize.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/202/phpxcsrbjpmresize.jpg/)
http://img804.imageshack.us/img804/9337/phpylhhjjpm.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/804/phpylhhjjpm.jpg/)

[Excelsis]

Flobots - Handlebars - YouTube

both my bikes right now are broken, sigh... i missed the days, i'll try to sell them and get a new mountain bike hopefully

[JLC]

Picked this up a little over a year and a half ago...Found it on craigslist for a fairly good deal I guess...
Craigslist FTW!!

http://a2.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/66274_446603700877_505490877_5486077_6622684_n.jpg

Did the R2CC this past June on this...noticed that it was definitely not as fast as a true road bike (this is a Cyclocross bike, overall heavier, bigger rims, larger tires etc...) as i kept getting passed by all these people on road bikes...Then I realized it was actually just me when I started noticing older 60 year old cancer survivors passing me on their mountain bikes hahahaha

[woob]

Hey guys!

Info for the annual Sugoi Warehouse Sale has been posted!

http://i.imgur.com/Y2Zvb.jpg

[bd0n]

sooo how is everyones winter riding going so far?

[LC21]

Ever since my tubes broke, i havent touched the bike
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[bcrdukes]

Just recently started training on a Kurt Kinetic indoor trainer using my Kona. Converted the rear tire into a slick for this purpose.

Need to get my back into shape after getting rear-ended in 2008. Hoping to re-build my cardio and muscles so I can start doing some more riding on the seawall etc. Looking for a bike at the moment but nothing in mind.

Edit: Rode my Fuji Absolute 1.0 in Los Angeles but may have to leave it there for the interim. Hopefully something good pops up on Craigslist soon.

[-lincolnboi-]

Still have to figure out what's making the creaking noises, my guess is on the cranks/bb :okay:

[LP700-4]

Gonna do my first ride this year today from oakridge to Stanley park. Looks a bit wet out there though
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[hamsup]

Anyone doing the grand fondo whistler??? I am thinking of trying it out this year.. it would be my first long ride EVER... Does anyone have any past experiences with it?? Should I join with a group of friends and ride as a pack? Does it make a huge difference?

I am also looking for shoes.. anyone got some recommendations.. Currently riding on a brodie romulus.. :)

[bcrdukes]

I'm currently using the Sidi Design Nevada. It's a budget/entry-level Sidi that has provisions for cleats. I'm not doing anything crazy like triathalons or marathons but for $75 USD, so far it has been well worth the money.

[originalhypa]

Cool thread!
Here's my current pair of rides. Knolly Podium @ 38lbs, and my beater, a Transition Bottlerocket.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v253/hypasteve/mountain%20biking/e20e930c.jpg

In 2011 I had a few more that I bought, rode, sold.
Jamis Parker
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v253/hypasteve/new_house_in_langley/IMGP4041.jpg

Norco Team DH
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v253/hypasteve/mountain%20biking/IMGP3911.jpg

Norco Sasquatch
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v253/hypasteve/mountain%20biking/08_norco_sasquatch/IMGP1919.jpg

Knolly Delirium T


2010 had me riding a Kona Stinky
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v253/hypasteve/mountain%20biking/IMGP3751.jpg

2002-2005 I was racing this in the Test of Metal.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v253/hypasteve/mountain%20biking/olderpics/111_1106.jpg







and my first dh bike back from 2003

http://lp1.pinkbike.org/p4pb1004139/p4pb1004139.jpg

trippy!
This was my first DH bike from 2000.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v253/hypasteve/mountain%20biking/olderpics/111_1105.jpg

and in 2003
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v253/hypasteve/mountain%20biking/olderpics/200607011015000.jpg

and now...
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v253/hypasteve/new_house_in_langley/47f79cdf-1.jpg

She broke in half after taking a header into a tree on CBC. Still, she died a hero after 10+ years of service.


Also, Whistler!
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v253/hypasteve/mountain%20biking/whistler%202010/lowerkaratemonkeyentrance.jpg

Raping Dirt Merchant with 5.5" of travel!
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v253/hypasteve/mountain%20biking/cd336b80.jpg

[bcrdukes]

hypa,

What DON'T you have? :D

[bcrdukes]

Picking up a 2010 Scott Sub 30 on Monday. :D

Thinking about a Cinelli Mystic Rat or Bianchi Pista.

[Pooface55]

Awesome gear Hypa. I kinda quit downhill after I broke my wrist. The adrenaline you get from it is unmatched.:toot:

[bcrdukes]

Got my Scott Sub 30 today for a pretty good price - brand new too! :)

[acrophobia]

New wider handlebar/60mm stem added since the pic. Haven't ridden since early Aug when I went into a tree and broke my hand and ribs, and managed to significantly bend the seatpost forward with my groin.

http://lp1.pinkbike.org/p4pb5137123/p4pb5137123.jpg

With a second kid on the way I may end up with a road bike instead. Potentially safer than launching off sketchy jumps into trees?

[azncreationz]

Anyone doing the grand fondo whistler??? I am thinking of trying it out this year.. it would be my first long ride EVER... Does anyone have any past experiences with it?? Should I join with a group of friends and ride as a pack? Does it make a huge difference?

I am also looking for shoes.. anyone got some recommendations.. Currently riding on a brodie romulus.. :)

Yes, you 'should' have experience with riding in a group, yes it makes a huge difference. At the start and over the Lions Gate, you better be moving with the flow of traffic, or you'll get hated on... Since it's not really a race (for the average rider), then drafting is somewhat allowed, but some riders don't like being drafted. And if it's your first, get on your bike and start training, including hill repeats.
Shoes, if you want cheaper, go to Sports Junkies, they have a bunch of new DMT road shoes there. If you want expensive, then go to La Bicycletta across the street.

[azncreationz]

Got my Scott Sub 30 today for a pretty good price - brand new too! :)

Would you sell me the stock pedals, if you're going clipless? If so, how much?
And nothing says NOOB like the pie plate on your rear wheel. Get rid of it asap.

[bcrdukes]

Would you sell me the stock pedals, if you're going clipless? If so, how much?
And nothing says NOOB like the pie plate on your rear wheel. Get rid of it asap.

I don't know if I want to go clipless yet haha.

Unless you have a set of Shimano SPD's for trade + cash. :hotbaby:

I'll take the pie plate out once I'm ready for the road. Still on the Kurt Kinetic.

[dat_steve]

how have you guys been training in the off season? I've just been doing more leg days at the gym to build up dat guad strength. been thinking of picking up a cycleops/kinetic trainer as well.

looks like most of you guys ride mtb or hybrids. anyone have a weekend warrior roadie?

[bcrdukes]

been thinking of picking up a cycleops/kinetic trainer as well.

Get one. SOOOO worth it. I got myself the Kurt Kinetic trainer.

I wasn't convinced at first but seeing it in action at La Bicicletta on W. Broadway, bought it and started riding it at home for over a month - made a huge difference. The best part too is that you can tune/adjust your bike on it. :)

[bd0n]

The Vancouver Bike Show - National Event Management (http://www.vancouverbikeshow.com/coupon.html)

for anyone who doesnt have any plans this weekend!

[bcrdukes]

Got my Sidi Terra T-2's yesterday. :)

http://www.trianglecafe.ca/misc/bcrdukes/siditerra2.jpg

[woob]

^ niiice. I've got the Genius 5 Pro. Sidi makes great shoes.

[bcrdukes]

^
I probably missed it somewhere in this thread, but woob, what do you ride? :)

[woob]

2011 Cannondale CAAD10. I've actually never posted a pic of my bike because I hadn't had clipless pedals yet and flats on bikes are ugly. Here's a pic of the bike in October (yay for 2011 bike clearance sales):

http://i.imgur.com/BzQod.jpg

Now, with more Strada, Shimano, and Sidi!

http://i.imgur.com/j5ZRe.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/IFuwn.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/gRcEo.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/k0CiG.jpg

As you can see, the shoes and pedals are still fairly new. Still getting the hang of this clipless business.

[bcrdukes]

Holy shit. Nice setup!

How long have you been riding for? And where'd you get the Cannondale?
And the bike stand? I'm looking for one. Might be adding another one to the collection tomorrow. :whistle:

[dat_steve]

nice caad 10!! i wish i got myself a caad instead of my synapse, but i thought I wanted a more relaxed geo when i started riding. now the stem is slammed and post is up...looks kinda funny.

cannondale crew unite!

[bcrdukes]

Just went to see a 2010 Bianchi Alu Carbon Veloce - offered a fair price with cash in hand.

Bitch refused it because she wanted $50 more. :fuckthatshit:

[woob]

^ what a tard...

Holy shit. Nice setup!

How long have you been riding for? And where'd you get the Cannondale?
And the bike stand? I'm looking for one. Might be adding another one to the collection tomorrow. :whistle:

I've been riding since early October - I only bought such a nice starter bike because it had the best price/performance ratio for bikes with 105 parts (at least that I could find locally). Bought it at Caps Westwood PoCo. The stand is my dad's stand that's he's had since 2003-ish. He said he bought it at The Bike Doctor on Broadway.

I'm gearing up for the 100k Pacific Populaire in April and then R2CC in June!

[bcrdukes]

If you don't mind me asking, how much did you pay for the bike? I'm asking because I'm looking for something similar as well with the same specifications as your bike.

[bcrdukes]

Finally installed my Shimano SPD-SL cleats & pedals. Pardon the sole wreckage. Do not walk on them w/o cleats. :D

http://www.trianglecafe.ca/misc/bcrdukes/sidinevadaspdsl.jpg

[dat_steve]

I'm gearing up for the 100k Pacific Populaire in April and then R2CC in June!

same 'ere! 2500 is harder to raise than i expected...

are you riding with a team? some folks at my office are going but they're die hard riders i'm expecting to be dropped in the first 50k lol

[bd0n]

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y235/bdon24/d9b629e1.jpg

Also, anyone who needs an excuse to ride and drink coffee,

http://urbandiner.ca/2012/03/13/vancouver%E2%80%99s-first-cycling-cafe-musette-opens-on-burrard

[bcrdukes]

^
Is that a Giant Roam 1.0?

[bd0n]

^
Is that a Giant Roam 1.0?

2011 revel 1

[CL typeS]

anyone have any recommendation on what to start looking for a basic roadbike? Or any sites listing what entry level bikes there are? I am just looking to commute around town and looking for speed for the occasional workout. Thanks

[lowside67]

My first "bigger" bike, 08 Santa Cruz Bullit:

http://a7.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/348_42907673447_502773447_1496545_1259_n.jpg

Next bike, 09 Transition Dirtbag:

http://a6.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/6173_136184263447_502773447_3229243_82662_n.jpg

Current bike, '10 Banshee Scythe (37.5lbs!):
http://gp1.pinkbike.org/p4pb4741097/p4pb4741097.jpg

Didn't ride at all last year but am looking forward to getting back to it in 2012!

Mark

[bd0n]

anyone have any recommendation on what to start looking for a basic roadbike? Or any sites listing what entry level bikes there are? I am just looking to commute around town and looking for speed for the occasional workout. Thanks

It all depends on how much you wanna spend, and how much you see yourself riding.

[bcrdukes]

anyone have any recommendation on what to start looking for a basic roadbike? Or any sites listing what entry level bikes there are? I am just looking to commute around town and looking for speed for the occasional workout. Thanks

You might want to look for a hybrid instead of a road bike given your circumstances.

[bd0n]

Any bike mechanics out there wanna make a quick 40?

[bd0n]

Strength In Numbers Canadian Premier!....

This years ultimate mountain bike movie is premiering tomorrow night at the Vogue Theatre In vancouver
http://www.pinkbike.com/video/250208/

[bcrdukes]

Any bike mechanics out there wanna make a quick 40?

Did you get whatever the issue was resolved?

If not, I may know somebody who could possibly help you. (Italicized because he may or may not do mechanical repairs on his spare time anymore. He used to be a bike mechanic.)

[-lincolnboi-]

Anyone have an isis style crank puller I could borrow?

[bd0n]

Did you get whatever the issue was resolved?

If not, I may know somebody who could possibly help you. (Italicized because he may or may not do mechanical repairs on his spare time anymore. He used to be a bike mechanic.)

I needed a trained eye to help come check a carbon frame on a used bike i wanted to purchase, but i think the bike may be sold by now.

[RayBot]

http://p.twimg.com/ArViwEXCMAA7nVD.jpg:large


I'm ready to ride!!

[odishaw]

My new bike for the season!

http://distilleryimage6.s3.amazonaws.com/cbd4009c8da211e1ab011231381052c0_7.jpg

[PJ]

Wow! There are some nice bikes in here!

I'm new to this whole biking game. Just got my first road bike a couple weeks ago. :)

Will post pics soon.. Gonna get the handlebars re-taped in the next few days.

[bd0n]

Need some advice....

Looking at purchasing a new bike, and i cant seem to pick a side. Im looking at either a time trial aero bike or a road bike. The problem is i see myself going on long rides by myself which lends to side of buying a tt bike. But is their any other side of the coin that im missing that im missing in regards to a road bike?

[bd0n]

My new bike for the season!

http://distilleryimage6.s3.amazonaws.com/cbd4009c8da211e1ab011231381052c0_7.jpg

:ahwow:

[bcrdukes]

Need some advice....

Looking at purchasing a new bike, and i cant seem to pick a side. Im looking at either a time trial aero bike or a road bike. The problem is i see myself going on long rides by myself which lends to side of buying a tt bike. But is their any other side of the coin that im missing that im missing in regards to a road bike?

I would say that a TT bike would not be suitable for longer rides. You sacrifice both comfort and performance such as handling/cornering. TT bikes have a very aero frame and are specialized for obviously the bike leg of a triathlon which normally do not last long. A properly setup road bike is a better, all-round bike that can do it all especially since you're going for longer rides. And if you plan on racing, a TT bike is not allowed in a road race.

I don't know where you ride but if I were to ride in the city, I'd pick a road bike over a TT bike. Not to mention, the TT bike market in Vancouver is pretty iffy. I'm probably missing a lot of other things but that's just scraping the surface.

Edit: Have you ever considered changing the tires on your Giant? I swapped my stock tires on the Scott to a road tire and wow, huge difference!

[bd0n]

I would say that a TT bike would not be suitable for longer rides. You sacrifice both comfort and performance such as handling/cornering. TT bikes have a very aero frame and are specialized for obviously the bike leg of a triathlon which normally do not last long. A properly setup road bike is a better, all-round bike that can do it all especially since you're going for longer rides. And if you plan on racing, a TT bike is not allowed in a road race.

I don't know where you ride but if I were to ride in the city, I'd pick a road bike over a TT bike. Not to mention, the TT bike market in Vancouver is pretty iffy. I'm probably missing a lot of other things but that's just scraping the surface.

Edit: Have you ever considered changing the tires on your Giant? I swapped my stock tires on the Scott to a road tire and wow, huge difference!

ya but i just want to go faster and farther, and it just seemed like it was the time to fully invest in a road bike. And ya i dont know to much about cornering and speed, other then to fully embrace cornering, the drops are a huge component to the angle at which you take a turn. Also i assume road bikes are a bit more playfull in the city because of such angles. But then again, i dont plan on joining any group rides, and my rides usually last between 3 and 4 hours.

[bcrdukes]

Well, the only way for you to decide is to take some bikes out for test rides.

The belief that a TT bike will allow you to go faster and farther is false. If and when you need to turn, the position you're going to be in on a TT bike will limit you to how much lean angle you can give yourself to attack the turn. Not to mention your braking ability. Whereas a road bike, it's much more forgiving on both cornering/handling and braking.

I'm commuting on my hybrid. I tried a road bike. I don't want to commute on it whatsoever unless I'm doing an extensive ride without the interruptions of the city. I'm quite happy with the setup I have on my hybrid right now.

[hamsup]

You can test ride bikes ??? i never heard of that before..

anyways.. sneaking in here.. i bought a brodie romulus last season.. love it... it's a bit heavy but nonetheless.. great for short rides of about 60km.. just got pedals and shoes too.. wooot !

[RayBot]

ya but i just want to go faster and farther, and it just seemed like it was the time to fully invest in a road bike. And ya i dont know to much about cornering and speed, other then to fully embrace cornering, the drops are a huge component to the angle at which you take a turn. Also i assume road bikes are a bit more playfull in the city because of such angles. But then again, i dont plan on joining any group rides, and my rides usually last between 3 and 4 hours.

Plain and simple....Road bikes are more cost effecient and are more versatile. Honestly, i hate taking my TT tri-bike up hills. It just feels awkward. But love zooming down the Richmond Farmlands on my TT bike.

Hence why i am keeping both my bikes.

[azncreationz]

+1 for road bike.
Just stick some clip-on aerobars if you want to go aero. In fact, I got a set to sell you...:)

[woob]

If you don't mind me asking, how much did you pay for the bike? I'm asking because I'm looking for something similar as well with the same specifications as your bike.

Oops. Completely forgot about this thread.

It was ~1600 during the end-of-season sales back in October.

You can test ride bikes ??? i never heard of that before..

Visit any bike shop and they will likely let you test out many different bikes for hours. I know at Speed Theory on 4th you need to book test rides in advance because the sessions are so long.

[LC21]

I need help pickin out a decent saddle, any suggestions on something thats not too expensive and bulky?
TIA

[dat_steve]

saddles are something you NEED to test out. most shops will have loaner saddles you can ride for a few days to see if you like it. it's almost all personal preference...kinda like a golf club or tennis racket. my personal sweetspot so far was the fizik arione. i went through a lot of saddles before i finally caved and forked out the $$ for one but i haven't looked back.

[dat_steve]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v217/jujai/IMG_20120428_205057.jpg


the fixie ! excuse the spacers on top of the stem, steer tube will be cut when i have time. looking to get some gatorskins when these tires wear out.

[bcrdukes]

What frame?

[dat_steve]

nothing fancy - just a Mercier Kilo tt off bikesdirect. its my daily commuter now so i've been looking for some shallow drops to put on it (risers were cool for all of one week). if anyone here has a set they want to get rid of let me kno :)

[bcrdukes]

I've been meaning to order something from them.

Did they ship to Point Roberts/Blane? Or did they force you to ship direct to your house? And did you pay by PayPal?

[dat_steve]

yep shipped to PR, i forgot if i paid by paypal or over the phone. I do remember having to call in to order because their site doesn't like Canadians.

whatcha gettin? :)

[bcrdukes]

Well, sadly, what I want is now "Sold Out." :p

I was looking at the Motobecane Team Track frame.

[azncreationz]

nothing fancy - just a Mercier Kilo tt off bikesdirect. its my daily commuter now so i've been looking for some shallow drops to put on it (risers were cool for all of one week). if anyone here has a set they want to get rid of let me kno :)

I have a couple pairs of drops I'm willing to sell. All new.
1. Race Face Cadence 31.8 x 42cm
2. Colnago anatomic 31.8 x 42cm
3. FSA Omega Ergo 31.8 x 40cm

I know this is not the 'for sale' thread, so PM me if you're interested. Otherwise, I would suggest you go to OCB or Ride On or Pedal Depot or North Shore Sports Swap to get a cheap pair, especially if you're going to chop them.

[RayBot]

I just drove by an accident (Richmond) where a car mauled a cyclist. Unsure if he/she is okay or not.

See, i'd cycle more often, but i fear for my life with all these idiot drivers in Richmond

[LiquidTurbo]

I just drove by an accident (Richmond) where a car mauled a cyclist. Unsure if he/she is okay or not.

See, i'd cycle more often, but i fear for my life with all these idiot drivers in Richmond

Details? Where and what happened?

[LiquidTurbo]

My ride

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-yJxejeRvuq8/T5tMQi3dqXI/AAAAAAAAKjo/Wgp6VhcUPeo/s960/IMG_3405e.jpg

[RayBot]

I wish I can specify the details. It was at 5 Road and what would be equivalent to Francis. All I saw a guy laying on the side of thestreet with the paramedics just arriving at the scene. A blue Ford hit him. That's all I know.

[DavidNguyen]

Ouch. That's so scary. I'm always worried about gettin hit by a car

Got my first bike since highschool. The Dahon Mu P8 folding bike.
Took it out for the second time and I wiped out hard!!
Road rash on my palms =[...still fun though

[triplexcel]

Biked from north bby to dt for work today. Felt really nice ride in the morning.
But I don't think I'll be riding back home though lol.. too many cars. I'm gonna try to keep doing this for a minimum 2x a week.

[PJ]

I usually go for late night bike rides around seawall on the weekend. Very relaxing.
Also less cars and people to avoid :o

[twitchyzero]

hey can anyone recommend if the whistler bike park 101 2 hour lessons are worth it for noobs?

Bike Park 101 - Whistler Mountain Bike Park (http://www.whistlerbike.com/camps-lessons/lessons/bike101.htm?crmcontact=2361732&crmnws=CRM_WB_MTB_03_E1_120516_PFC)

the last time i biked was in my teenage years doing pathetic off-trails in burnaby's central park in my $300 CT bike haha

[dat_steve]

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-yJxejeRvuq8/T5tMQi3dqXI/AAAAAAAAKjo/Wgp6VhcUPeo/s960/IMG_3405e.jpg

ddaaaayum. looks awesome.

[bcrdukes]

^
Which model is that?

[UFO]

hey can anyone recommend if the whistler bike park 101 2 hour lessons are worth it for noobs?

Bike Park 101 - Whistler Mountain Bike Park (http://www.whistlerbike.com/camps-lessons/lessons/bike101.htm?crmcontact=2361732&crmnws=CRM_WB_MTB_03_E1_120516_PFC)

the last time i biked was in my teenage years doing pathetic off-trails in burnaby's central park in my $300 CT bike haha

YES. More for your safety and enjoyment than anything else. If that was your last biking experience, you're not going to have a very good time at the Whistler Bike Park after spending $60+ for a lift ticket without some level of instruction

I enjoyed riding Whistler's park a lot more maybe about 6-7 years ago. But since then the trails have become catered to more advanced riders and the novice/intermediate trails that I like to ride don't justify the price of the lift ticket plus gas/time to get up there.

[LiquidTurbo]

ddaaaayum. looks awesome.

^
Which model is that?

Thanks. It's one hell of a ride.

It's a 2012 Specialized Allez. Aluminium, not full carbon. Full 105 components.

Great ride.

Commerical:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HITe99yFHxU

[azncreationz]

Biked from north bby to dt for work today. Felt really nice ride in the morning.
But I don't think I'll be riding back home though lol.. too many cars. I'm gonna try to keep doing this for a minimum 2x a week.

It's not too bad if you stick to the Adanac Bike Route. Yes, cars still travel on the route, but there's plenty of cyclists as well so hopefully they notice you.
Ride safe!

[Ilagon]

I got into road biking last year. I managed to pick up a Triace (Taiwanese brand) from Wal Mart USA for 400 bucks. It came with a carbon fork, Shimano parts, and bladed spoke wheels. I've logged close to 600 kms on it so far and it's still holding up great. Sadly, I don't think Wal Mart sells it anymore. It would be a perfect bike for a newbie who wants to get into riding for cheap.

A couple of friends and I did an awesome bike ride a couple of weeks back. Started at Park and Tilford in North Van, took the low roads to Lions Gate, through Stanley Park to Pacific Blvd over Burrard Bridge, to Jericho beach through UBC, stopped at Jethro's for some eats, then back over Second Narrows. I think it was just over 80 kms. Nothing beats ripping through Vancouver on a sunny day and working up a good appetite!

[dat_steve]

that's a solid ride - my usual saturday morning route is home>iona>ubc>up kits for a coffee maybe>home

itching to buy a new bike so bad

[GREddie]

Sounds like we need to all go for a ride sometime.

I was hoping to ask if anyone can recommend a decent wireless bike computer that's at a reasonable price.

[k20er]

Sounds like we need to all go for a ride sometime.

I was hoping to ask if anyone can recommend a decent wireless bike computer that's at a reasonable price.

im down for a ride:thumbs:

[CL typeS]

Im stuck between the specialized allez and the jamis ventura comp. Anyone have any input or opinion?

Btw liquidturbo do u mind me asking where you got it and how much it cost? Thanks in advance

[bcrdukes]

itching to buy a new bike so bad

Pinarello Dogma? :troll:


Im stuck between the specialized allez and the jamis ventura comp. Anyone have any input or opinion?

Which model Allez are you thinking of?

[LiquidTurbo]

Im stuck between the specialized allez and the jamis ventura comp. Anyone have any input or opinion?

Btw liquidturbo do u mind me asking where you got it and how much it cost? Thanks in advance

I went to Caps and got the allez for $1600. Yes that's a lot, but I wanted to splurge, esp since its a new model. The previous year models with the SRAM drivetain were like $1200. I demanded a full 105 component sent and thats why I got. I've been super happy with the bike so far although I wish it came with a carbon seatpost.

Super comfortable and fast ride. I did 113km last weekend and I wasn't tired at the end of it.

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-usQqm-vJ0XA/T7fHoEpDB2I/AAAAAAAAKlw/WprY6u6QC0I/s512/photo.jpg

https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-ed1QuZ7C1aA/T7fId4TdDHI/AAAAAAAAKl4/9LLYNMpujB4/s640/photo.JPG

[Ilagon]

What app is that LiquidTurbo?

[LiquidTurbo]

It's called cyclemeter. It does everything a bike computer can except monitor cadence.

[skiiipi]

Im stuck between the specialized allez and the jamis ventura comp. Anyone have any input or opinion?

Btw liquidturbo do u mind me asking where you got it and how much it cost? Thanks in advance

Step up to the GT Series 2 road bike and for $200ish more than the Ventura comp u get full 105 components.
Or go for last year's Jamis Ventura Race, get carbon seat stays, post, fork and 105 component for same price as this year's ventura comp....and yes u can apply 20% off team assist coupon to either..

[Senna4ever]

I think I'm going to get back into riding. Can anyone recommend a good place for repairs? I haven't touched my bike in years and the tires are rock hard.....and flat. Haha...

[LiquidTurbo]

I think I'm going to get back into riding. Can anyone recommend a good place for repairs? I haven't touched my bike in years and the tires are rock hard.....and flat. Haha...

Try your local bike shop. Caps bicyclse stores have knowledgeable mechanics
Cap's Group of Specialty Bike Stores (http://www.capsbikes.com/)

Bike Gallery on 4th also has teardowns, etc
Vancouver Bike Repairs, Vancouver BC Bicycle Services, Bike Tune Ups, Bike Maintenance Clinics, Serfas Bike Case Rentals, Kids Bike Trade In Program, Bicycle Fitting, Fit Fx StudioBike Gallery Vancouver (http://www.vancouverbikegallery.com/vancouver-bicycle-services-repairs.php)

Once it's all fixed up its good to work on the bike yourself to maintain it.

[bcrdukes]

^
Did you get your Allez at The Bike Gallery? If so, could you provide a quick review? Thanks! :)

[LiquidTurbo]

^
Did you get your Allez at The Bike Gallery? If so, could you provide a quick review? Thanks! :)

I got my bike at Caps. You want a review of the bike or bike gallery? :p

[LiquidTurbo]

Went for a 77km ride yesterday...

https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-6ZSTFi42Bug/T7k3Bzb8ooI/AAAAAAAAKmE/8LOq2rOW1NA/s512/photo.jpg

Didn't realize Railway out to Steveston was such a nice ride.

[LiquidTurbo]

Sounds like we need to all go for a ride sometime.

I was hoping to ask if anyone can recommend a decent wireless bike computer that's at a reasonable price.

im down for a ride:thumbs:

RS group ride? haha

[bcrdukes]

I got my bike at Caps. You want a review of the bike or bike gallery? :p

Woops! :D

Where did you start your ride?

[CL typeS]

Step up to the GT Series 2 road bike and for $200ish more than the Ventura comp u get full 105 components.
Or go for last year's Jamis Ventura Race, get carbon seat stays, post, fork and 105 component for same price as this year's ventura comp....and yes u can apply 20% off team assist coupon to either..

Im looking at buying last years model bikes to save some money. The 2011 ventura comp is selling for 800 and the ventura race is 1200. I was wondering if the race model is really worth increase the 50% more increase on the price?

Went for a 77km ride yesterday...

Didn't realize Railway out to Steveston was such a nice ride.

Yea you can ride along the the back streets to the shipping yards and will take you all the way out to the docks on no.3 road, where they have a leash free dog park

[skiiipi]

Im looking at buying last years model bikes to save some money. The 2011 ventura comp is selling for 800 and the ventura race is 1200. I was wondering if the race model is really worth increase the 50% more increase on the price?

The ventura race is $1150 I believe, and yes it is worth it, it has 105 components as oppose to tiagra/sora, so metal internals, which will last u longer.
It also has a carbon seat stay, which will give you a smoother ride, and a carbon feel without paying the premium (in both price and durability) of full carbon.
The Ventura race also has a carbon seat post which is worth $100+ in itself.
Remember to use the 20% off team assist coupon to save another $200+ dollars.
We have 3 of the Ventura Race left at metropolis, come see us.

[bcrdukes]

The 105 components are worth it.

Better resale too if you ever decide bicycling isn't your thing.

[skiiipi]

The 105 components are worth it.

Better resale too if you ever decide bicycling isn't your thing.

Now here is MY question for you road experts
I am on the market for a road bike as well, and I'm narrowed down my choices to the Ventura Race last years...my price would be same as a customers $1150-20% with team assist coupon....or I can get a GT Series 3 (highest end that GT has avaliable for staff) for ~$450ish.....the series 3 has Carbon fork and full Tiagra groupo....so $450 vs $920...now is the 105 component and the Carbon seat stay still "worth it"....can't decide...
And how much would I be able to sell the full groupo on the series 3 for brand new? Cause my other option is to buy the series 3, sell all the tiagra stuff and get all 105s or Ultegras parts at cost...

[bcrdukes]

Yes, the extra bit is worth it. Sora and Tiagra is pretty entry level. If you are starting and have a limited budget, get at least a Tiagra but in terms of selling the full gruppo, not very likely you'll get much back for it, if at all. If you look on Craigslist, not many people sell Sora/Tiagra components. I've even seen Sora/Tiagra level bikes stay on Craigslist for months with no buyers.

I would much rather buy a bike fully built with 105 components stock. The carbon seat post is worth having. You reduce the overall weight of the bike and you are ensured comfort when you ride over bumps. My personal belief is to stick to a bike that has components that work with the frame. Kind of odd to see an entry level road bike with a full Ultegra gruppo. But that's just me. :p

[LiquidTurbo]

If you want to ride a bike for at least a few years, quality components are worth it.

[bcrdukes]

I fell for the craze and picked one of these up :concentrate:

2010 Kona Bandwagon. Love the ride quality. That steel. :sweetjesus:

I gotta change out the handle bars to a road style. Track style bars are aggressive. :fuckthatshit:

[dat_steve]

appropriate avatar is appropriate

[Senna4ever]

It's called cyclemeter. It does everything a bike computer can except monitor cadence.

What does "monitor cadence" mean?

[acrophobia]

What does "monitor cadence" mean?

rpm of the cranks I believe.

[Senna4ever]

Oh, that makes sense. Has a similar meaning in music.

[bcrdukes]

skiiipi,

If you're looking for an Ultegra build bike, JensonUSA.com has a Diamonback Podium 4 for a damn good deal for $1,099.99 USD. : 2011 Diamondback Podium 4 Road Bike (http://www.jensonusa.com/Road-Bikes/Diamondback-Podium-4-Road-Bike-11)

Limited to sizes 52cm and 58cm. Ship it to Blaine/Point Roberts, pay the taxes and away you go. I haven't seen a bike cheaper than this with an Ultegra build.

[Senna4ever]

Well, all this bike talk lit a fire under my ass...I went and bought a new bike carrier and a new Cannondale Quick CX2 with the hydraulic disc brakes. :fullofwin:

Bought it at Westwood Cycle in PoCo - great, helpful service!

http://www.evanscycles.com/product_image/image/754/2fe/449/63692/product_page/cannondale-quick-cx-2-2012-hybrid-bike.jpg

Are there phone holders for bikes available somewhere?

[skiiipi]

skiiipi,

If you're looking for an Ultegra build bike, JensonUSA.com has a Diamonback Podium 4 for a damn good deal for $1,099.99 USD. : 2011 Diamondback Podium 4 Road Bike (http://www.jensonusa.com/Road-Bikes/Diamondback-Podium-4-Road-Bike-11)

Limited to sizes 52cm and 58cm. Ship it to Blaine/Point Roberts, pay the taxes and away you go. I haven't seen a bike cheaper than this with an Ultegra build.

thanks for the heads up
still trying to work with the jamis and gt rep to see if they have any demos my size
sucks that most demo frames they have is 54 or 56....i need at least a 58...

[bcrdukes]

Are there phone holders for bikes available somewhere?

I don't know which phone you use but I found mine on those ghetto websites like DealExtreme and whatnot.

[LiquidTurbo]

What does "monitor cadence" mean?

Cadence RPM of your legs. you want to aim for 85-90rpm. A lot of people make the mistake of cruising in a lower gear than they should. This leads to joint pain, etc. 85-90rpm is pretty fast.

True bike computers have a wheel monitor and crank monitor. I like the app bc it tracks your rides on a map, a nice feature.

PS. Sweet ride!

[Senna4ever]

I don't know which phone you use but I found mine on those ghetto websites like DealExtreme and whatnot.
Thanks, but I try to buy local as much as possible. I also just found out my dad's company is a Ram Mount dealer, so I'll get it from there.

Cadence RPM of your legs. you want to aim for 85-90rpm. A lot of people make the mistake of cruising in a lower gear than they should. This leads to joint pain, etc. 85-90rpm is pretty fast.

True bike computers have a wheel monitor and crank monitor. I like the app bc it tracks your rides on a map, a nice feature.

PS. Sweet ride!
Thanks! I've only ridden it for about 15 minutes due to weather, but it's a hell of a lot better than my old mountain bike for sure.

I'm going to ride the seawall this weekend weather permitting - can't wait!

[UFO]

Now here is MY question for you road experts
I am on the market for a road bike as well, and I'm narrowed down my choices to the Ventura Race last years...my price would be same as a customers $1150-20% with team assist coupon....or I can get a GT Series 3 (highest end that GT has avaliable for staff) for ~$450ish.....the series 3 has Carbon fork and full Tiagra groupo....so $450 vs $920...now is the 105 component and the Carbon seat stay still "worth it"....can't decide...
And how much would I be able to sell the full groupo on the series 3 for brand new? Cause my other option is to buy the series 3, sell all the tiagra stuff and get all 105s or Ultegras parts at cost...

Even if you have access to parts at cost, it isn't worthwhile because OEM parts bundled with complete bikes are discounted very heavily. You probably won't be able to recover much cost selling your entry level parts even if they are brand new.

Now I'm not too sure about road bikes, but for mountain bikes at least, the consensus is to buy the best frame you can and as long as the parts and components are serviceable, they are useable. Parts like cassettes, derailleurs, cranksets are expendable parts as they are subject to wear and tear with regular use. When the Sora/Tiagra stuff wears out from use, then you can upgrade to the better 105/Ult level gear. Things like frame and fork do not wear out with that level of regularity and form the foundation of your ride. Unless the parts upgrade is huge and the price is ridiculously too good to pass up, I wouldn't put as large a premium on the parts spec.

In your situation, I personally would stick with the GT even though it has the lesser frame. It's half the price, less bells and whistles of course, but you have to consider if you will even stay in the sport long term or want to upgrade after a year or two. In either case, a used bike you got on a pro-deal will be easier to sell at closer to the price you actually paid as opposed to the Jamis where anybody has access to that pricing. $500 doesn't get you much for a road bike even in the used market but $900 opens many more options up, so you shouldn't have too much trouble selling the GT in the future if you so choose.

[wingies]

^^good post, informative. Btw why do the bikes at sportchek not have pedals on them? Are they installed when u buy them or do u need to purchase separately? also can u take the bikes out for test ride?

[bcrdukes]

Most bikes don't come with pedals by default. They don't because every bike has its application and with that comes its pedals. You can purchase different pedals for road and mountain bikes respectively and people have different preference with brands (i.e. Shimano, Look, Crank Brothers etc.) It's all about preference.

I don't know about SportCheck but I would assume they would let you take the bike for a test ride pending you leave your credit card and drivers license with them. They would probably put on some generic platform pedals.

[UFO]

I'd wager that all bikes at Sportchek will come with pedals. They probably leave them off so its easier for them to stack bikes tightly side to side without pedals getting hung up on its neighbouring bike's pedal. That's my assumption anyways. When I worked at Sport Chek I was never told not to install pedals but that was many years ago

[-lincolnboi-]

I'd wager that all bikes at Sportchek will come with pedals. They probably leave them off so its easier for them to stack bikes tightly side to side without pedals getting hung up on its neighbouring bike's pedal. That's my assumption anyways. When I worked at Sport Chek I was never told not to install pedals but that was many years ago

That was my assumption too :concentrate:

[skiiipi]

I'd wager that all bikes at Sportchek will come with pedals. They probably leave them off so its easier for them to stack bikes tightly side to side without pedals getting hung up on its neighbouring bike's pedal. That's my assumption anyways. When I worked at Sport Chek I was never told not to install pedals but that was many years ago

All of our higher end road and XC bikes do not come with pedals.
For the exact reason someone mentioned above, most riders buying $1000+ bikes will likely want to be able to pick their own style pedals. Platform, clipless, different brands etc.

[skiiipi]

Even if you have access to parts at cost, it isn't worthwhile because OEM parts bundled with complete bikes are discounted very heavily. You probably won't be able to recover much cost selling your entry level parts even if they are brand new.

Now I'm not too sure about road bikes, but for mountain bikes at least, the consensus is to buy the best frame you can and as long as the parts and components are serviceable, they are useable. Parts like cassettes, derailleurs, cranksets are expendable parts as they are subject to wear and tear with regular use. When the Sora/Tiagra stuff wears out from use, then you can upgrade to the better 105/Ult level gear. Things like frame and fork do not wear out with that level of regularity and form the foundation of your ride. Unless the parts upgrade is huge and the price is ridiculously too good to pass up, I wouldn't put as large a premium on the parts spec.

In your situation, I personally would stick with the GT even though it has the lesser frame. It's half the price, less bells and whistles of course, but you have to consider if you will even stay in the sport long term or want to upgrade after a year or two. In either case, a used bike you got on a pro-deal will be easier to sell at closer to the price you actually paid as opposed to the Jamis where anybody has access to that pricing. $500 doesn't get you much for a road bike even in the used market but $900 opens many more options up, so you shouldn't have too much trouble selling the GT in the future if you so choose.

Thanks for the post
Will thank you when I get back home to a computer.
I'm leaning more towards GT too....too cheap to spend the extra $500+ for a better bike.

[bcrdukes]

I don't want to rain on your parade but GT is, unfortunately, not a very well known/popular brand.

I know because my co-worker is trying to get rid of one of his GT road bikes, well below market price. No bites.

Some food for thought.

[skiiipi]

I don't want to rain on your parade but GT is, unfortunately, not a very well known/popular brand.

I know because my co-worker is trying to get rid of one of his GT road bikes, well below market price. No bites.

Some food for thought.

Yea fully aware GT is not as well known for road as they are for mountain....but Jamis's staff pricing sucks....
and I'd rather ride a brand that my store carries..so GT or Jamis....unless we manage to pick up cannondale...but thats not suppose to be another 3-4 years.

[dat_steve]

just picked up a cannondale carbon supersix with 105/ultegra!
letting go of my c'dale synapse because it's slightly too big. excited to take this thing out - what a difference!

pics to follow when i get it adjusted

[Senna4ever]

^^^ Nice, where did you get it?

[dat_steve]

off pinkbike, some good deals coming up lately

[wingies]

sweeet! cant wait for pics, how much you pay for it? If you dont mind me asking

[bcrdukes]

I saw the ad on PinkBike! Good find! :)

[dat_steve]

no pics of the new rig just yet, but here's the one that i'm putting up for sale now (posted on cl and pinkbike, mention rs for rs deal)

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v217/jujai/20120524_113918-1.jpg

put back stock stem as the chode stem is now on the fixie lol

[bcrdukes]

^
I may know of a possible buyer. Could you PM me with details of your bike and/or ad, please? :)

Edit: Oops. Found your ad. Said person needs a 51/52. Sorry! :(

[dat_steve]

darn! I mean I rode comfortably with the set up in the picture. I guess I have a long-ish torso so i didn't feel stretched out up top (shorter stem helped). My main beef was that my inseam is ~30in and i had like 5mm of standover height, and the extended headtube meant i couldn't get as low as i'd like. That said, this thing is a cruising/climbing champ ideal for someone 5'8-10.

[GREddie]

Wow I just saw the post on Pink Bike. Sweet bike!
I just picked up a 2011 Cannondale Caad10 105 not too long ago and its amazing.
My pedals and shoes just came and I can't wait to try them out.

bcr, we gotta go ride this weekend.

[bcrdukes]

You're too hardcore man. I ain't riding with you anymore. :fuckthatshit:

[dat_steve]

Wow I just saw the post on Pink Bike. Sweet bike!
I just picked up a 2011 Cannondale Caad10 105 not too long ago and its amazing.
My pedals and shoes just came and I can't wait to try them out.

bcr, we gotta go ride this weekend.

i want/wanted a caad sooo bad, i was close to pulling the trigger when i saw the ad for my Six. couldn't resist the carbon :fullofwin:

what do you guys cruise at on average for a solo ride? i'm afraid to ride with anyone here since i'm probably a lot slower lol
going down the iona stretch can keep 25-28 comfy with a headwind, coming back with the tailwind i've gotten up to 35+ cruising

[bcrdukes]

Fastest on my Scott hybrid is 34km/h but in all honesty, I'm anywhere from 20 - 30km/h. I should lower my handle bars as I'm a bit too high up right now.

I don't want to ride with GREddie anymore. That guy is too fast.

[Senna4ever]

LoL....I just cruise the Seawall at around 15km/h....

[dat_steve]

i rock the seawall at full speed constantly yelling YOUR LEFT! to chicks on beach cruisers and stare them down as i roll past. :ilied:

[GREddie]

haha bcr lies. I get passed by hipsters in their rolled up skinny jeans riding their fixies.

pK, good call on the carbon, such a sexy bike... so jealous

[LP700-4]

Just hit 55.6 KM/H yesterday coming down cambie lol on a mountain bike with mountain tires too! Passed a guy in the bike lane who just gave me a wtf look. :fullofwin:

Whats your guys top speeds?

[k00laid]

New member here! Damn after just browsing the thread, you guys have pretty impressive and nice bikes! any advice for an entry level biker? Im trying to get into roadbiking and want to get the best value for my money, Im not a triathlete or anything hardcore, just a normal guy who wants to do some excercising and riding around.

My price range would be around $1000-1600. Im trying to decide between some of the "best entry level" bikes that are in my price range and would appreciate some advice. None of my friends do any biking lol

So the choices are

1) Specialized Allez Elite Compact
2) Cannondale CAAD 10 5
3) Jamis Ventura Race
4) Giant Defy 1

Ive been reading on forums and most people seem to ride cannondale or specialized on forums which must mean theyre good, but I feel like I am paying a a lil premium for the name. Especially when specialized elite compact doesnt even come with 105 parts. Jamis which doesnt seem as well known seems to be more bang for the buck, and Ive had a giant mountain bike before and I loved it alot so I trust their brand.

Btw those of you that have upgraded from 105 -> ultegra -> dura ace, do you feel that much of a difference? Im open to other brands/models too, I just know these brands so I chose them.

[dat_steve]

i'm biased so i'm going to say caad10 5 :P

you should really go out and test ride them but they're all sick choices. you have a good budget that should get you a great bike!

[bcrdukes]

There's a guy on Craigslist selling his new 2012 Marinoni Delta with a Campy setup for $1500 obo. That's worth checking out because they are $1950 new plus tax.

For people who move from 105 to Ultegra/Dura-Ace, most cannot feel the difference. Until you race, the upgrades will matter, especially when it comes down to weight savings.

But yeah, Cannondale CAAD10. :D

[LiquidTurbo]

Just hit 55.6 KM/H yesterday coming down cambie lol on a mountain bike with mountain tires too! Passed a guy in the bike lane who just gave me a wtf look. :fullofwin:

Whats your guys top speeds?

52.4km/h on a road. LOL. A frnd of mine hit 59km/h. Damn, on a mountain bike? Crazy.

[bcrdukes]

If anybody is looking for a carbon frame bike, RealCyclist.com is selling a 2011 Ridley Orion 105 build for $1400 USD. The only drawback to this are the wheels - Fulcrum Racing 7s which weigh nearly 2kgs and available in size small (52cm) and 58cm (large I think.) There are only 3 left. Shipping is free to Point Bob/Blaine.

I was so tempted to pull the trigger. :(

[dat_steve]

If anybody is looking for a carbon frame bike, RealCyclist.com is selling a 2011 Ridley Orion 105 build for $1400 USD. The only drawback to this are the wheels - Fulcrum Racing 7s which weigh nearly 2kgs and available in size small (52cm) and 58cm (large I think.) There are only 3 left. Shipping is free to Point Bob/Blaine.

I was so tempted to pull the trigger. :(

good deal! you could probably pick up a sub 1.5kg set of wheels for less than 500 on CL or something too and still it'd be cheap.

[bcrdukes]

Probably gonna pass on the deal as tempting as it is. I think ultimately I'll pick up a frame sometime at the end of the season and do a build from scratch with a SRAM Rival gruppo.

[dat_steve]

carsbon supersix frame on cl now for 1600 :fullofwin: how convenient

[bcrdukes]

LOL! I saw that actually. :D

I think I'll stick to an aluminum (Ridley Gladius) or steel frame (Soma Smoothie.) I'm trying to nickel and dime my build with a budget of $1500 max while trying to reduce as much weight as possible. :o /cheapskate

[woob]

I think I'm set, training-wise, for the Ride to Conquer Cancer. Did a very hilly 85km back-to-back (camped overnight at Ruckles) between Departure Bay (Nanaimo) to Ruckle Provincial Park on Salt Spring Island. I've got a 100km scheduled for Saturday, and possible 60km for Sunday! I've never been so pumped to ride as I am today!

1) Specialized Allez Elite Compact
2) Cannondale CAAD 10 5
3) Jamis Ventura Race
4) Giant Defy 1

I've only ever ridden a 2011 CAAD10 5 and I will say this thing is crazy light and pretty comfy for long rides. The only thing is that the brakes aren't 105 to match the other components but they are adequate. And, at least when I bought my bike, it was cheaper than aluminum-framed bikes with comparable components.

EDIT:

AAAaaaalso,

Ryder Hesjedal of Victoria won the Giro d'Italia, marking the first time a Canadian has ever won a Grand Tour!

News Link: http://www.cyclingnews.com/giro-ditalia/stage-21/results
Highlights: http://www.steephill.tv/giro-d-italia/

[k00laid]

sweet sounds like cannondale is the one to check out! Anyone know where offers the best pricing and to test ride?

btw the ridley orion sounds tempting too, such a cheap price for a carbon frame bike! If you ride it back over the border, Im guessing you would still have to pay the HST too?

Would any of you suggest picking that one up and slowly upgrading parts as I go along? Or stick with an aluminum one for now? Because I have read that getting the best frame as you can buy first is ideal then slowly build on that, but im not sure.

[bcrdukes]

105 components are pretty good as it is. There is no point in upgrading until you race competitively. Bottom line I suppose is your mileage may vary. And how much money you've got to spend. :D

I think a few guys here bought their CAAD 10 from Cap's Westwood in Coquitlam. I believe BSP also sells the CAAD 10.

[woob]

Yup. I bought mine from Cap's in Coquitlam. Service was good and you get free tune-ups for one year.

[dat_steve]

I think I'm set, training-wise, for the Ride to Conquer Cancer. Did a very hilly 85km back-to-back (camped overnight at Ruckles) between Departure Bay (Nanaimo) to Ruckle Provincial Park on Salt Spring Island.

that sounds like a lot of fun! i've never considered doing ride + camp before. going to try and organize one of those now:fullofwin:

just got fsa omega compacts in the mail today and a saddle bottle cage adapter thingy. metric century soon!

[K-Dub]

Looking to pick up a bike for the summer to commute to school and etc.

No idea where to start, anyone want to hold my hand through this? :fullofwin:

[woob]

that sounds like a lot of fun! i've never considered doing ride + camp before. going to try and organize one of those now:fullofwin:

It was the most fun I've ever had on two wheels. Seriously. I was super pumped by the time we got back to Nanaimo on the second day. I feel like if that second day had been 100km with more hills, I definitely could have done it no problem.

[skiiipi]

New member here! Damn after just browsing the thread, you guys have pretty impressive and nice bikes! any advice for an entry level biker? Im trying to get into roadbiking and want to get the best value for my money, Im not a triathlete or anything hardcore, just a normal guy who wants to do some excercising and riding around.

My price range would be around $1000-1600. Im trying to decide between some of the "best entry level" bikes that are in my price range and would appreciate some advice. None of my friends do any biking lol

So the choices are

1) Specialized Allez Elite Compact
2) Cannondale CAAD 10 5
3) Jamis Ventura Race
4) Giant Defy 1

Ive been reading on forums and most people seem to ride cannondale or specialized on forums which must mean theyre good, but I feel like I am paying a a lil premium for the name. Especially when specialized elite compact doesnt even come with 105 parts. Jamis which doesnt seem as well known seems to be more bang for the buck, and Ive had a giant mountain bike before and I loved it alot so I trust their brand.

Btw those of you that have upgraded from 105 -> ultegra -> dura ace, do you feel that much of a difference? Im open to other brands/models too, I just know these brands so I chose them.

If you are looking at the Ventura Race, make sure you grab one of the 2011 models at Sportchek and use the 20% off team assist coupon. The bikes are priced basically at cost right now for $1049.99, another 20% off would bring it down to $839, pretty damn good price for a bike with carbon fork, seat stay and seat post + 105 components. PM me and I can do a stock check for size for you, I know metrotown has 3 left, i'm still contemplating over the last 58cm....i dont like paying "what customers pay" haha, but the price I just listed is way better than my employee discount which is cost+10%.....and besides $1000 on my discount card would eat up a huge chunk of my annual allowance.

[woob]

^ Holy shit that is an amazing deal for a105 gruppo.

[k00laid]

If you are looking at the Ventura Race, make sure you grab one of the 2011 models at Sportchek and use the 20% off team assist coupon. The bikes are priced basically at cost right now for $1049.99, another 20% off would bring it down to $839, pretty damn good price for a bike with carbon fork, seat stay and seat post + 105 components. PM me and I can do a stock check for size for you, I know metrotown has 3 left, i'm still contemplating over the last 58cm....i dont like paying "what customers pay" haha, but the price I just listed is way better than my employee discount which is cost+10%.....and besides $1000 on my discount card would eat up a huge chunk of my annual allowance.

holy crap that is a CRAZY deal! Seems to good to pass up! Seeing from the Jamis site, the changes from the 2011-2012 model dont seem too drastic, at least not to justify the extra cost. I also still have a GC from sport chek too cuz I was having trouble finding stuff to buy! You have been pm'd, much appreciated!

[dat_steve]

wow that would be one sweet starting bike! don't fuss about parts unless they're crucial for fit/performane imo. ride them until they break then replace :)

[woob]

Sooo happy it cleared up today. Actually got a ride in.

Does anyone here do interval training? If so, what are your intervals? I checked out Tabata intervals, but I'm curious as to what the other options are.

[skiiipi]

If you are looking at the Ventura Race, make sure you grab one of the 2011 models at Sportchek and use the 20% off team assist coupon. The bikes are priced basically at cost right now for $1049.99, another 20% off would bring it down to $839, pretty damn good price for a bike with carbon fork, seat stay and seat post + 105 components. PM me and I can do a stock check for size for you, I know metrotown has 3 left, i'm still contemplating over the last 58cm....i dont like paying "what customers pay" haha, but the price I just listed is way better than my employee discount which is cost+10%.....and besides $1000 on my discount card would eat up a huge chunk of my annual allowance.

Sorry the price is actually $1119.99....my bad, thought it was $1049....
but 1119-20% is still $895.20...pretty good deal still

[bcrdukes]

Does anyone here do interval training? If so, what are your intervals? I checked out Tabata intervals, but I'm curious as to what the other options are.

I've been doing this both on the road and on my Kurt Kinetic trainer since February 27 - Weight Loss: Chris Carmichael Bike Workouts | Bicycling Magazine (http://www.bicycling.com/training-nutrition/chris-carmichael/biking-weight-loss)

Chris Carmichael's Weight-Loss Workout
This one-hour workout delivers the double whammy of torching calories and building high-end aerobic power you can put to good use the rest of the season. It's strenuous, so do it a maximum of three times a week to allow for adequate recovery and best results.

6 minute: warmup
1 min.: fast pedal, spinning a light gear as fast as you can
1 min.: recovery spinning
1 min.: fast pedal
1 min.: recovery spinning
5x2 min. at maximum intensity, with 2 min. recovery spinning between each
6 min.: recovery spinning
5x2 min. at maximum intensity, with
2 min. recovery spinning between each
8 min.: cooldown

Total time: 60 min.

To date, I've lost 15lbs so far. :)

[skyxx]

You must be anorexic. :troll:

[bcrdukes]

Gotta be if I'm gonna hang around Main Street Hipsters. :troll: