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re:Resistance Trainer: Am I wrecking my frame???
In category Tech issues
Written by planetkram

I have started using a trainer as weather in Montreal is less than condusive to road riding. I sit and spin in front of the TV at a moderate speed, generating a heart rate of 120 (very nice and light).

The front wheel is in a plastic wheel block to level the front end, the rear is well supported and tightly held on the provided-with-the-trainer QR skewer.

I am not getting out of the saddle othe

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re:Weight and the drive-train (was expensive road bikes fussy
In category Tech issues
Written by puddleglum

Is it really, when you consider all the parts of a deraileur drive train (hub, freehub, cassette, rear mech, front mech, extra rings, extra chain, extra changer)? If so, by how much?

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re:Do I want a cross bike for commuting? Help me decide?
In category Tech issues
Written by ccrider

Maybe you guys can help me make a decision on what kind of bike I want?

I already have a Habanero mt bike. Love it

But Im yearning for something a bit "faster".

Most al of my riding is back/forth to work. With an occasional weekend tour or ride

However.... Ive been secretly thinking abt a week long tour someday. Don't know where...

Having said all that.... what's everyone opinions on a cro

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20 vs 23 mm tires
In category Tech issues
Written by Midge

Is there any concrete advantage of the 20 mm tires against 23 ones?

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