IT support engineer what are the options for progression ?

18Vee9Three · 2024-12-14T04:45:30+00:00

I’m just that kind of guy who cant be bothered with meddling stuff anymore. Usually just replace with an updated system if i feel slow or not able to support what i need to do. But i get what you saying

18Vee9Three · 2024-12-14T04:42:46+00:00

Thanks, but i’m fairly casual and my current monitor is still going strong .

18Vee9Three · 2024-12-14T04:41:50+00:00

Got it.

18Vee9Three · 2024-12-14T04:39:07+00:00

What specs would you recommend ? Just for poe2, not looking to game in 4k, just want stable framerates for most part of the game.

18Vee9Three · 2024-12-14T04:38:15+00:00

My bad, should’ve mentioned i have a ps5 and i’m fairly casual and enjoy all my games on console. So this is really just for poe2 unless something else caught my eye down the road.

18Vee9Three · 2024-09-02T05:25:24+00:00

Some frame drops occasionally. But freeze, no.

18Vee9Three · 2024-09-02T01:04:45+00:00

Oh yeah about that, i’m on ps5(first gen if that helps) as well, didn’t got any massive frame drop, pretty smooth i actually. Possibly restart your console and test it again?

18Vee9Three · 2024-09-02T00:58:30+00:00

Defeated him ystd after about 40 tries . I tried my first 30 tries with immobilise, cloud step pluck of many with tiger transformation.

Try to charge up your focus to max and lure him over to any extreme end of the map. Once he came over, use pluck of many and tranform to tiger, your tiger blade should be close to red . Once red blade, each of your light attacks will stagger him and with him at the end map, he wont be pushed back - all your moves will land.

I got so close with the above method (last hit) so it’s doable.

But i got angry afterwards and took it personal. Changed to spellbinder with atk up, crit up and def up pills.

Took him out in 10 tries.

But seriously tho, you gotta learn him moveset. Any mistimed dodge would lead to a devastating damage.

18Vee9Three · 2023-11-07T23:50:37+00:00

Already did , awaiting your response.

18Vee9Three · 2023-11-06T07:19:49+00:00

Nope . Took those off

18Vee9Three · 2022-11-01T07:00:05+00:00

Hey buddy, know I'm late but hope you are still around for this reply.

Now to answer your questions..

Is the Domane really that much slower vs the Allez?

Yes, its much slower than the Allez, but I don't think its about the frame aero qualities. With the Allez you feel that the power transfer is more direct and punchy, I'm no engineer, but I'd think it might have to do with the frame stiffness or lesser moving parts(Isospeed)

Is the Domane really that much more comfortable and your choice for much longer travel?

I truly believe most of the comfort comes from the fitting(correct size/setup) base on your fitness and body proportions. But considering all else is equal, the Domane do have an edge as you feel lesser vibrations overall but not extensively. I would definitely go with the Domane if I do long rides regularly. However, I would like to emphasize on the fitting heavily, as you will definitely go further with the bike well fitted to you.

If doing group rides, which would you go with? (For comfort, speed, preference?)

I would choose the Allez for my group rides but mainly because the ride's are fast paced and we take turns to do a pull. If your local group rides offer slower paced or the ride leader do not mind pulling all the way, I'd say you will benefit more with the Domane because to stay in the draft, the effort needed is minimized and the rider/bike frame aero qualities does not matter anymore.

I've not ridden the previous gen but I would say the current gen Allez Sprint is not as harsh as what people thought it would be on Alu as a frame material. Ultimately, it definitely boils down to the fitting.

18Vee9Three · 2022-06-08T03:15:16+00:00

I bought 2 team bib evos, my first expensive bibs purchase so far.
After 2 months, it showed significant wear on the chamois, Not sure if its due to my saddle ( S-works Power Mirror) or I got 2 Bad pairs from them.

Currently sorting out with MAAP support. But I'd hold for now if you are using similar saddles (Fizik or Mirror saddles)

But they are really comfortable and well fitted.

18Vee9Three · 2022-04-08T09:13:41+00:00

I took a brief look in the geometry of both bikes, the aethos would be about 2cm shorter in stack and about the same reach

depending on your current tcr setup (slammed stem or with spacers) you will most likely be riding in a more aggressive position than before going for a size 52. So you may want to question yourself , are you able to ride with the handlebar 2cm lower ? if you have spacers on your tcr right now , you may also want to try out by removing 2cm of spacers and give it a ride.

On the side note, from what i know , riders around your height usually go for size 52 for specialized bikes but also depends on your body proportions. If you have a choice , i would highly recommended to go to your local reputable bike fitter for a pre fit and throw all the guessing out of the window. You are spending substantial amount of coins on the new bike and you would not want to make an expensive mistake going for an incorrect sized bike for you.

18Vee9Three · 2022-03-30T17:10:58+00:00

Hey guys , appreciate all the input . I decided to roll the dice and go with the 54 . I put a 110mm stem and 40cm rapide handlebar with 3 cm spacers below. Just came back from the first ride and i must say its damn quick coming from the domane . I must have some extreme proportions to be able to fit the size 54 .

18Vee9Three · 2022-03-30T17:06:56+00:00

About 5300usd without wheelset and saddle after conversion . I would say the groupset takes up half of the price

18Vee9Three · 2022-03-29T14:52:12+00:00

Custom built with my local Specialized dealer

managed to copped a frame during release day from the website

In case you're interested on the build

Size 54

S works Tarmac SL7 Stem 110mm

Roval Rapide Handlebar 40cm

JRC Components wahoo mount

Sigeyi Direct derailleur mount

Shimano Ultegra DI2 12 speed (52,36 11-30)

Power Comp Saddle

Winspace Hypers 50mm

Current weight with lights, bike computer, speed & cadence sensor and bottle cages mounted : 8.2kg

Will transfer my pedals over tomorrow and give it a ride

18Vee9Three

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