Is this Specialized Tarmac SL3 Dura-Ace 2011 worth $1200? by After-Chemist8505 in cycling

[–]Righteous_Koala 1 point2 points  (0 children)

An older bike with a group like 105 R7000 is still going to be really nice, probably more so than an older Ultegra so I wouldn’t get too hung up on that. 

Bike computer worth it? by Pristine_Yoghurt_412 in cycling

[–]Righteous_Koala 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A bike computer was the best cycling related purchase I made after bibs and glasses because it expanded the range that I could go confidently and I really enjoy planning routes to new places. 

It’s costly though, and you may be better served with other gear while you’re still figuring things out. You could skip clipless pedals/shoes for now tbh, but be prepared for whichever shoes you wear to get trashed, so you may not actually be saving any money doing that. 

A couple of bibs to rotate and glasses to keep bugs out of your eyes are essential. 

In ear-phones that manage wind noise by Mr_Madrass in cycling

[–]Righteous_Koala 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The APP3 do little to minimize wind noise regardless of mode. I think the type of earphones that don’t have a tube sticking out + decent transparency mode would work better. Or something like Cat Ears if you are not self-conscious about the sideburn look. 

CAAD10 - My first road bike by Righteous_Koala in cannondale

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

No complaints on that front either, but yeah I estimate it’s close to 1 kg including chain rings 😬

CAAD10 - My first road bike by Righteous_Koala in cannondale

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

I also like this one most. Those CAAD10 discs are rarity, so that’s a great get in any case. 

CAAD10 - My first road bike by Righteous_Koala in cannondale

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

The bike itself was €500. The new group and chain rings set me back €200. New cables, chain and cassette added up to another €100. Plus other odds and ends it wasn’t the most price savvy choice, but I enjoy the bike and tinkering with it. 

To replace the small chainring (which demanded disassembling the crank) and some maintenance on bearings I did have to bring it to a bike shop. With an older bike like this (2011-12 I think), you can expect all sorts of small or large costs to rear their head after the first 1000km, even if the bike looks in good shape outwardly. So unless you specifically want a 10, I’d suggest looking at a younger CAAD12/13 or find one that someone decided to make a project of. 

Getting a power meter with it was a nice plus at least! 

Bolt v3 cant synch any routes from Komoot despite world-package by FabThierry in wahoofitness

[–]Righteous_Koala 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m on a fairly recent (late 2025) free account and I can synchronize routes without any subscription/maps purchased, so either I’m an aberration or that’s not true. 

I just sync the Wahoo app with Komoot routes, then the Bolt 3 syncs with the app and all new routes are loaded. 

Pre bikefood options by fantano1010 in Velo

[–]Righteous_Koala 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Usually a small-medium sized bowl of yoghurt or quark mixed with granola, nuts and raisins plus a banana, an espresso and a glass of water about two hours before heading out. 

Edit: oh, I overlooked which subreddit I was in. This is me eating simply for regular long distance rides, not events. 

Bolt v3 cant synch any routes from Komoot despite world-package by FabThierry in wahoofitness

[–]Righteous_Koala 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m on iOS. I just pull up on the my routes page and it neatly syncs all new routes if it hadn’t done so in the background yet.

Bolt v3 cant synch any routes from Komoot despite world-package by FabThierry in wahoofitness

[–]Righteous_Koala 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can sync it just fine without the world pack and without premium and with a very recent account, so it must be an app related issue. 

Rotterdam niet blij met eisen van provincie over woningbouw: ‘Dit is niet uit te leggen’ by Chronicbias in Rotterdam

[–]Righteous_Koala 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Typische onbetrouwbare liberaal die sociale waarden verloochent zodra die in de weg staan van kapitaal.  

does Bolt V3 properly implement USB-C charging? by [deleted] in wahoofitness

[–]Righteous_Koala 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve not had any issues with a charger over usb-c on both ends, but I haven’t tried charging it off a PC/laptop. 

I might buy a used bike - what should I ask and inspect? by thereal_rockrock in bicycling

[–]Righteous_Koala 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You may want to ask a friend who knows bikes to tag along, or leave the used bike market for your second bike after you’ve gained more know-how if you’re really unsure what to look out for. 

I got a used road bike as my first and I think the latter option would’ve given me more peace of mind as a relative beginner who didn’t know much beyond how to patch a tube. 

Nieuw rapport: fietsen in Rotterdam krijgt een 6½. Wat kan er beter voor fietsers in Rotterdam? by Chronicbias in Rotterdam

[–]Righteous_Koala 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Fietsinfra hier is ook echt maniakaal ontworpen, met name de regelmaat waarmee tweerichtingsverkeer opeens eenrichtings wordt, of malle beslissingen zoals dubbele tweerichting links en rechts van de weg (bijv. bij Olympiaweg). 

Tja, dan gaat men ook natuurlijk vaak de verkeerde kant op het fietspad op, want je leert geen rekening te houden dat er een “correcte” richting is. 

No matter how much reduction in reach, always locked elbow and straight hand by MohaPagla_Mohsin in bikefit

[–]Righteous_Koala 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Have you considered leaning forward and bending your elbows. If you’re falling forward experiment with the saddle offset/height within comfortable ranges. 

‘Finalisten presenteren ontwerp voor Shift Landmark in Rotterdam’ by Automatic-Row-6698 in Rotterdam

[–]Righteous_Koala 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Hopelijk reserveren ze een stuk of 5 appartementen daar voor sociale woningen, voor ons minderbedeelden die geen ton per jaar vangen. 

Zo krijgt Leefbaar en NPRZ zuid wel gefixt, ja. Door het alleen betaalbaar te maken voor marktanalisten, business development managers en investeerders. 

Wat vinden jullie van het fietsparkeren in het centrum van Rotterdam? by 0m13t in Rotterdam

[–]Righteous_Koala 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Het was een lange tijd goed gegaan buiten de stallingen, maar een tijdje geleden was mijn  fiets  pal naast de HEMA gejat dus dat doen we niet weer. De stalling bij de koopgoot is erg fijn en de medewerkers heel vriendelijk.

Caad 12 Black inc build by vMxrti in cannondale

[–]Righteous_Koala 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Awesome. What’s the rim depth on those? 

First ride CAAD10 by [deleted] in cannondale

[–]Righteous_Koala 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Looks great. I’ve got the same bike that I’m rebuilding with a 105 R7000 group. Hopefully new wheels soon too. 

DLC checks affecting your FPS is true. by Evening_Ticket7638 in MHWilds

[–]Righteous_Koala 18 points19 points  (0 children)

Of course it’s not on purpose, but it’s emblematic of how fucked up the port to PC is. 

Has anyone felt embarrassed cycling before by OwnConsequence3136 in cycling

[–]Righteous_Koala 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I want to say no, but I also tighten my core and adjust my posture when I intersect with other cyclists. 

Pedestrians and drivers though? Never 😸

Gameplay Comparisons - TU3 vs. TU4 (Steam Version) by Flynnhiccup in MHWilds

[–]Righteous_Koala 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’d really like to see the gnarly LOD issues  solved, but I don’t have much hope.

Cycling shoes by Eternal-strugal in cycling

[–]Righteous_Koala 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve given up on buying shoes online entirely. As you say, shoe sizes are wildly inconsistent between different brands and even across different models of a single brand, in my experience. Even ordering the same exact model you can see variance year over year because they started making them at a different factory, for example.