I have always wanted to do a bike trip in NZ. I don't think I could handle a flight that long, mentally, though. Going to Europe is hard enough.
So really a compact? Hmm... I wouldn't like losing on the top end. Either end, really! Well, it will be lighter with a compact, I suppose. Is that why you're doing it?
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08-10-2006, 02:07 PM #1
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08-10-2006, 02:43 PM #2
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I almost never use the 48 that I have now, only on big descents. I can spin fast enough in the 36 - 11 to do 25 mph, on a slight downhill
I use the middle for long flat sections.
I'm more worried about losing the low end because of my knees. I climb most of Diablo in the second or third lowest gear. And that's just about the same gear ratio as I'll have with a 33 - 34. I've tried climbing in my middle ring. And I can do it. But the joint pain after isn't worth it. It's a genetic biomechanical thing - my sisters have it too. I figure if it doesn't cause me joint pain, it's worth the weight savings and the added speed I should pick up, just from being in a bigger gear.
If it doesn't work out - I'll have a compact double for sale.
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08-10-2006, 02:46 PM #3
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So you going to take the new bike in for a professional fit? Might help - that knee thing needs everything you can throw at it to minimize injury. Especially when you start doing the 400 - 600ks.....
Sarah
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08-10-2006, 02:56 PM #4
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Just shut up about 400 and 600! LALALALALALALA. I'm NOT listening. Well maybe a teent tiny bit...
I'm still thinking about the professional fit and getting tested again. I'm curious to see if my power output has improved a lot, or if it's my imagination and wishful thinking.
You know the first time I had the testing done, it was a birthday present. Do you think you're entitled to two way cool presents when you turn 40?
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08-10-2006, 03:12 PM #5
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Hey, V! I heard Testa is packing up shop and heading to Colorado. Not sure if Heiden is going with him.
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08-10-2006, 03:14 PM #6
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That's a bummer. Do you suppose someone else will continue with the clinic?
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08-10-2006, 03:16 PM #7
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Dunno. You could check the web site or use it as an excuse to go bicyling in Colorado. Andy Pruitt is in Boulder, isn't he?
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