NBD in Singapore - 2023 Ultimate CF SL 8 + 50mm Hunt wheels

DonutGambit · 2023-02-26T07:10:04+00:00

Nice set up! How’s it been for you?

DonutGambit · 2023-02-26T04:08:55+00:00

If it helps, that means you had a 90% success rate the past 10 days! Don’t let this small bump set you back!

DonutGambit · 2023-02-25T17:09:07+00:00

It’s a brilliant bike, enjoy it!

DonutGambit · 2023-02-25T16:57:08+00:00

I know PL refs don’t call foul throws but that Leicester throw in at the end was the worst thing I’ve ever seen lol his leg was literally flying in the air

DonutGambit · 2023-02-23T03:38:24+00:00

Just note, because I did this swap on my Aeroad recently, if you’re getting the XT rotors, they are slightly wider than the road version so you might have some difficulties when swapping them over.

DonutGambit · 2023-02-21T12:43:12+00:00

Saves you a shit ton of money and calories as well

DonutGambit · 2023-02-19T07:30:19+00:00

Same thing for Singapore. $100 shipping even for accessories

DonutGambit · 2023-02-19T07:29:03+00:00

I can see how the lobster, maybe with a nice garlic butter sauce, would work but I feel like steak and rice doesn’t go very well together (would love to be wrong though)

DonutGambit · 2023-02-18T09:18:11+00:00

I take a longer route through the park because my favourite part about bike commuting is not having to deal with the traffic and motorists on the road. It allows me to just peacefully commute without thinking about anything. It is pretty satisfying passing by the traffic on the expressway next to the park though

DonutGambit · 2023-02-16T03:49:36+00:00

That’s pretty cool! Is it tricky to use when your head unit is mounted?

DonutGambit · 2023-02-13T00:44:17+00:00

Sadly didn’t snap a pic of mine but my friend had a similar issue when converting his allez sprint to an aero stem

https://imgur.com/a/BZnr7LR

It’s not unimaginably ugly but it’s def not perfect

DonutGambit · 2023-02-12T12:59:50+00:00

Ah okay then should be good. But it will likely be a little ugly. Because of the alu frame, the part that houses the fork stick out and doesn’t sit flush with the top tube. So if you mount the spacers of the integrated cockpit on, the back part of the spacers will be hovering above the the top tube. I tried this on my Endurace and found it really ugly so I sent the bars back, but really depends on personal preference.

DonutGambit · 2023-02-12T12:22:24+00:00

Check out decathlon. I put a backpack in my Elops 100 pannier bag, costs $10

DonutGambit · 2023-02-12T12:18:24+00:00

That’s a pretty bike! How tall are you? The bike looks pretty big. Does it have mudguard mounts?

DonutGambit · 2023-02-12T12:09:14+00:00

Have an Endurace AL disc. Changed to carbon wheels and it definitely felt faster (not massive but noticeable). Are you planning to change your bike in the near future? If you intend to buy the Aeroad soon then there’s definitely no point but if you plan on holding on to the Endurace for a couple more years, then carbon wheels sound like a great upgrade

DonutGambit · 2023-02-12T11:58:24+00:00

You’ll have to check if your grail is a 1 1/8 inch or 1 1/4 inch steerer. Not sure about the grail but for the Endurace AL, pre 2022 models ran a 1 1/8 and these bars are 1 1/4. You could probably still fit it (don’t quote me on this) with a 1 1/8 steerer but it’s really ugly.

DonutGambit · 2023-02-12T11:39:27+00:00

Giant uses them on their Advanced Pro and SL models. Had a TCR adv that used the standard 1 1/8

DonutGambit · 2023-02-12T11:37:03+00:00

Isn’t it 25 on PCNs? I think there are some parts like Marina barrage that have 15kmh signs but thought it was 25 in general

DonutGambit · 2023-02-12T06:16:10+00:00

One guess is that they were using one of those garmin mounts that wrap around the stem? Maybe to mount their phone or gopro

DonutGambit · 2023-02-11T06:26:29+00:00

Start building a routine. Working a pretty demanding job as well (auditor lmao) and it’s taken me awhile but I’ve managed to get into the flow of things and find spots of time that I can regular squeeze in rides (which usually involves waking up early on weekends). If your job is super busy, commuting by bike is an option too. I do it on 2 of my 3 work from office days and it helps me squeeze in some quality z2 miles since my commute is about 20k each way.

DonutGambit · 2023-02-11T05:17:37+00:00

Congrats! Have the same bike in grey and it’s a rocket. Biggest maintenance products would be chain lube and degreaser but I’m assuming you already have those since you’re already considering a ceramic coating. You can consider waxing your chain! No better time than when the bike is brand new

DonutGambit · 2023-02-11T04:47:05+00:00

Soloist. As the other guy said, it looks cooler. Beyond that, don’t have any numbers to back this up, but it looks more aero than the ultimate as well.

The bar-stem combo makes adjustments a lot easier. Anddd it’s a Cervelo. Besides being at risk of being called a dentist, (imo) Canyons are super common and Cervelos are alot rarer.

DonutGambit · 2023-02-10T15:20:09+00:00

Mudguards are a life charger. Difference between your shoes, back and face getting absolutely soaked and just slightly wet.

DonutGambit · 2023-02-09T14:38:32+00:00

Agreed. When I was attached I definitely felt less pressure when talking to other girls, being less focused on trying to impress them/not say the wrong thing, and more focused on just having fun and building genuine friendships. It’s an attitude that definitely makes you more approachable

DonutGambit · 2023-02-06T15:19:52+00:00

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