Velominatus: Ron
Order: Black Order Velominatus
Turning the cranks, one day at a time.
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I was out doing some cross riding last night and got to thinking. I like the firm, sure click-in of my Force stuff, but sending the chain in when out of the saddle is not easy. I have strong hands, but my fingers aren’t that long. Maybe this is the reason… »
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And nice timing for this. I was out this morning on a ride, determined to climb the steepest local summit Pantani-style. Halfway up, as I turned one of the cutbacks (a minor cousin of a switchback), I approached a woman walking her bike up the hill. I sl… »
Is that a LeMan cycle captured in the wild in London that I see? I live near a college campus and have to witness horrid bikes in baaaaad shape on a daily basis. Most will have a few thousand dollars in computers/music machines/phones/sunglasses on hand…. »
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What model of Castelli bibs does youse like? And, can you get any in plain black? Seems like only their lower-end models are in black with just the scorpion badges. I have a few pairs of Assos Uno FI bibs and I have to say that I think I like my pair of … »
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@Apex Nadir That’s pretty strong, but I don’t know how I feel about your handle. »
@il ciclista medio That was the most fundamental cuisine experience for me when I was in Vietnam and two islands of Japan: “meat” (fish, pig, cow, et al) were an added bonus, the meat…was something stock like rice or rice noodles. My body is happy on … »
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Gianni – ooooooh boy, a new Numero Uno. NICE!! Andrew – that is a nice bike. The only thing I think that would be nice is a seatpost that is a bit sharper. That one is definitely fine and functional, but might be a nice place to put on a shinier or sleek… »
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And how come no matter how many slick bikes I have myself, I’m still lusting after other bikes? What is this illness that plagues me? »
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@czmiel Well said! We can probably leave it at that and close the discussion. But that is definitely the key – self-awareness about what and why you’re doing something. »
Nice one, Brett! I saw that piece on Mr. T. I was impressed, as I always am, at how thoughtful non-English speakers can be when interviewed in English. Maybe I’d be the same way if I could slow down and think before I answer? I eat very little meat, cook… »
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Frank, what sort of riding/training are you doing this week? Wondering if you are resting the guns, doing light rides, doing the Fignon Man with the Hammer rides or what. Also, building up the Gravel Rig has me thinking your lack of an in-house mechanic … »
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Note to self: quit looking at bikes online and get outside and ride! Also, is it wrong to put gumwalls on all my bikes? This photo is helping me think the answer is no. »
Great lead photo, beautiful bike, nice build up. I really dig it and don’t know if I’d change a thing. NICE! Ha, a pal was over last weekend for a party. He has one bike that he rides to graduate school. I have five bikes in the house, plus others off-si… »
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I went to my local uni library today to check out their cycling books. They have a fair amount on the subject, and some great photo book (albums) of Le Tour. I avoid that section when I have work to do but today I had some free time and hadn’t looked at t… »
Do I spot two Pinarellos on the cover? And, does Pharmstrong have his FD setup with the DT shifter in that photo? I only see his right shifter cable emerging, not a left one. »
Nice review and heads up, Frank! I’ve been reading “It’s All About the Bike” since I received it as a gift last year. I just keep on reading it over and over in bed, hoping cycling dreams will keep the Man with the Hammer away a bit longer on the next rid… »
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The enthusiasm and all the KM guessing is excellent entertainment. I’m pumped at what is going on in my cycling community next weekend! »
Not to overshadow our man Frank, but I participated in a fundraising relay “race” last weekend. Teams of four, two running legs, one swimming, one cycling. The VMH’s design firm entered a team and she committed me to taking part. Only 15 km…but you had … »
Good on ya, Frank. This Saturday I plan to go on a gentlemanly solo cruise for a few hours, then come back to celebrate at a going-away party for my housemate, Chris. He’s leaving for a few months, flying all the way west and then riding back to NC. This… »
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180 mm crank arms, holy fuck. You must have some long, long legs. Campa Record 8s, Campa Centaur 10s, Campa Centaur 10s compact, SRAM Force, Shimano 105 10s, Shimano 105 9s. I like them all in different ways. The feel and the precision of the Record make… »
G’rilla – interesting tip with the Shimano FD. I’ll first monkey with my current SRAM, but for someone with medium-sized hands, I find the push to get it to move a long one. Also, nice to see a bidon cage on your CX bike. I have one on mine so long as I’… »
Frank/others – what is the trick to running new cables with internal routing? My Casati has some internal routing and I’ve yet to recable it, mainly out of fear of fuckin’ it up. A mechanic mentioned using a strong magnet to move the cables…must be othe… »
I’ve been reading “Merckx: Half Man, Half Bike” from William Fotheringham since I picked it up last week. Goddamn, the photos on the front and back are incredible as well, though this lead photo is beautiful too. I’ve been skipping around the book so far…. »
No riding for me yesterday, as it was the 1-year anniversary of my wedding date. Oh, which happens to fall on June 17th. Mistake? Nice coincidence. We were in the Grayson Highlands, highest peak in VA. I shall return with a bike sometime soon to ride up t… »