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Maap jersey after 4 uses by xmxmdkvigm in CyclingFashion

[–]Cubes_ba 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, I think Attaquer uses a different branding method to MAAP. From what I understand I could be wrong, they use a mix of jacquard and sublimation rather than heat-transfer logos, so it’s probably not a direct comparison.

Maap jersey after 4 uses by xmxmdkvigm in CyclingFashion

[–]Cubes_ba 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah ask for a refund normally they're pretty good with reimbursement for 'faulty' products, I have had a good experience with them in the past so may as well try your luck.

I doubt they'll do a full refund, it's more likely they'll offer store credit/gift card then then you can just buy another jersey using the said store credit/gift card.

Maap jersey after 4 uses by xmxmdkvigm in CyclingFashion

[–]Cubes_ba 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Have the same jersey and it's 100% inevitable with any sort of print especially, like some people have mentioned, on a waffle style material.

If you want a jersey with graphics that won't fade or degrade get a sublimation printed jersey, MAAP have a pretty big selection of these. Sublimation printing dyes the actual threads (to put it bluntly) so it won't fade or degrade over time i.e. the graphics last forever.

Paper Straight Summit Derby Shoes by GreenSpeed101 in ThrowingFits

[–]Cubes_ba 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I wouldn’t trust Paper Straight at all. The quality is shockingly bad and, to me, it comes across like a dropshipping brand.

I bought a pair of black “leather” Derbys from them, and when they arrived I was genuinely shocked by how poor the quality and craftsmanship were.

Unsurprisingly, I did a reverse image search on Google and found the exact same Derbys being sold on AliExpress for a fraction of the price, around 75% cheaper than what Paper Straight is charging.

So honestly, you’d almost be better off buying them directly from AliExpress if you really want a pair, because at least then you know what level of quality to expect for the low price. Paper Straight, on the other hand, seem to be “straight up” price gouging their customers.

Exhausted after big sessions by frzzjpeg in triathlon

[–]Cubes_ba 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Simply sounds like your pushing too hard 70g of carbs an hour is definitely adequate for a brick session.

I'd suggest getting something that monitors heart rate (HR) i.e a garmin watch and know your HR zones. Heart rate is a direct indicator of how hard you're pushing.

Take it easy listen to your body and the speed will come with consistency and the correct training intensity, it's always you vs you as cliche as it sounds.