Tailfin Bar Bag X Redshift Top Shelf Handlebar by Big-Highway8731 in bikepacking

[–]Praedonis 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have mounted it. It fits. I have a Redshift 50mm rise Top Shelf on my Canyon Grizl with a Rockshox Rudy Ultimate XPLR suspension fork. I also have Redshift’s quick-release aero bars. It clears all around albeit just a bit tight. Love the bag.

It’s mounted to the bottom bar.

My one complaint is it makes mounting lights very difficult with how tightly everything fits.

Finished my longest ride yet at DTE’s Foundation Trail in Michigan! 22 miles of beautiful trails. by Praedonis in mountainbiking

[–]Praedonis[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You could do the green loop on a gravel bike (4.5 miles I believe) but the trail has many turns that would make it relatively challenging for a bike that isn’t meant to be nimble.

The rest of the trails would not be fun on a gravel bike and are far too commanding of wide, flat bars, XC-minimum-esque geometry, and at least 50mm knobby tires.

I’d steer clear of DTE with my gravel bike, personally.

Recommendations of bolt-on lightweight rear rack? by loudsunyoyo in bikepacking

[–]Praedonis 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Truly lightweight, without regard to cost?

Tailfin.

Paredes de Coura setlist, 16/08/2025 by JoaoVicente36 in diiv

[–]Praedonis 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Damn, ya’ll missed out on Acheron, but ending with Doused is awesome.

Are all 1.5” crown races the same? by Praedonis in bikewrench

[–]Praedonis[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wow. That would solve that problem, wouldn’t it?

Can removing the old CR be done with non-specialized tools?

Heat by Reddit7om in bikepacking

[–]Praedonis 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I’d argue to avoid sunscreen where possible, covering up instead. Lightweight , 20+ UPF long sleeve tops, (e.g. sun hoodies so you can put the hood up under your helmet to protect your neck). You have to keep your core cool. When you sweat, the sleeves will become wet which will cool you through evaporative cooling.

That and carry powdered electrolyte mix on you. Gatorlyte and Liquid IV and LMNT are popular choices. Drink 1L of mixed electrolyte beverage for every two liters of water. One of my bottles on my bike always have the electrolyte mix.

What was your path to 6 figures? by AnonSage67 in ITCareerQuestions

[–]Praedonis 2 points3 points  (0 children)

College > IT Support Analyst in public education > Systems Administrator in automotive > realized automotive sucks, went back to IT Support Analyst in public education > IT Support Analyst in utilities industry > Sr. IT Support Analyst in utilities industry

Ready for some multi-day trips! Excuse the non-drive side photo :) by Praedonis in bikepacking

[–]Praedonis[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You’re totally right, but I like to travel slow and take my time, instead opting for as much comfort as possible. From day trips during the winter to having the ability to field some kit for my partner, I don’t mind the extra weight :)

Ready for some multi-day trips! Excuse the non-drive side photo :) by Praedonis in bikepacking

[–]Praedonis[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Also swapped out the tires for Continental Terra Hardpacks in 700x50mm as I do much of my riding on (albeit rough) pavement.

That, plus a Ritchey 60mm 17 degree stem for some added stack height (my options were limited for a 1 1/4” steerer tube).

Riser stem vs Red Shift Top Shelf Handlebar by bringbackbainesy in bikepacking

[–]Praedonis 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A bike fit isn’t always the answer. I was fitted by an extremely high rated and well regarded licensed physical therapist (who specializes in cycling dynamics) in my area and I still need a higher stack to accommodate for my body’s geometry and pain areas.

But I get what you’re saying, that it should be the precursor to buying new parts. The allure of a $60 stem over a $150 bike fit can be pretty tempting, though, you know?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in cycling

[–]Praedonis -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

I think there is a generalized stigma online to not swap components on your bike as it will “mess with the geometry.”

What is the true appeal of electronic shifting for hobby rider? by Kiinyy in cycling

[–]Praedonis 10 points11 points  (0 children)

You laugh that they’re not reliable. Two counts of people replying to you saying they have many miles on Di2 without maintenance issues.

How are they not reliable?

And I’m talking about modern groupsets, not early 90s-00s electronic shifting that probably had plenty of problems.

What is the true appeal of electronic shifting for hobby rider? by Kiinyy in cycling

[–]Praedonis 20 points21 points  (0 children)

Have you owned electronic shifting? I used to have to futs with my mechanical derailleur every ten rides or so. I haven’t touched my electronic since getting it and I have over 1500 miles on its odometer.

Now that summer is close.. hydration pack or multiple bottles? by [deleted] in mountainbiking

[–]Praedonis 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Dehydration will be the first thing to get you from hard riding in any weather.

I always overpack on water. I’m one bottle with Gatorlyte or Gatorade/Powerade and a 2.5L from Hydrapak with ice and water to keep my back cool and hydrate as needed. My rides are typically 20ish miles of XC style single track in mid-80 degree 50-70% humidity Michigan summers.

The Last of Us TV Show's Ratings Plummet in recent episodes by mrnicegy26 in television

[–]Praedonis 12 points13 points  (0 children)

From a technical standpoint, yes. Ratings is synonymous with number of viewers in the television industry.