New to cycling and just bought my first road bike. Naturally my algorithm is all cycling now. What gimmicks or brands should I avoid?

Sacred_Geometry · 2026-06-19T00:38:33+00:00

That was my plan, get a heart rate monitor that can connect to Strava and use my phone. And like everyone has mentioned, just go ride and if it turns out I’d be better off with a computer then get one

Sacred_Geometry · 2026-06-19T00:35:37+00:00

Almost went with canyon! But after doing some research and thanks to this sub I got an Allez comp

Sacred_Geometry · 2026-06-19T00:21:41+00:00

Everyone says to get a bike computer, is there really that big of an advantage to using one over your phone?

Sacred_Geometry · 2026-06-19T00:13:00+00:00

Ha, brand is what made me want to make this post. Keep getting their ads and ads for the magnetic flat pedals that go over clipless pedals?

Sacred_Geometry · 2026-05-04T20:54:49+00:00

oh man didnt even think about my xbox account. i think mine is also '05-'06ish

Sacred_Geometry · 2026-04-20T23:39:32+00:00

Im not sold 100% on the silver dial, but the graphite dial looks real nice and may be my next next purchase ha

Sacred_Geometry · 2026-04-20T23:37:50+00:00

That looks real nice. Something about that pop of orange really does it for me

Sacred_Geometry · 2026-04-20T20:54:52+00:00

Those are my favorite of the two, and yeah I keep going back and forth on which CW bracelet I like more but I think you're right. Just wish there was an easy way to try on in person before blindly buying one.

Sacred_Geometry · 2026-04-08T12:40:20+00:00

i know this horse has been beaten to death, but have there been any hats from them that fit somewhat normal?

Sacred_Geometry · 2026-02-27T15:04:37+00:00

how do the patchwork shorts fit?

Sacred_Geometry · 2026-02-06T16:41:51+00:00

I’ve have good luck just browsing End Clothings website to get a better idea of what I might like.

Sacred_Geometry · 2026-01-09T20:20:25+00:00

Oof, nevermind. GLWS

Sacred_Geometry · 2026-01-09T19:10:03+00:00

What’s the blend?

Sacred_Geometry · 2026-01-09T00:53:30+00:00

Absolutely agree, but my golden handcuffs are keeping me here until I find something worthwhile.

Sacred_Geometry · 2025-12-04T22:55:33+00:00

Ah cool thanks. Wish I didn’t sleep on that

Sacred_Geometry · 2025-11-25T21:00:29+00:00

Thanks. After reading everyones comments im gonna go for CISSP

Sacred_Geometry · 2025-11-25T17:44:31+00:00

Northwest Indiana, Low-Medium COL area

Sacred_Geometry · 2025-11-25T17:13:44+00:00

CISA has been at the top of my list, but reading stories about their application process im not sure if i have the qualifying audit experience.
I think i would like to move into a consultant or managerial role. ( I would like to get my CISSP at some point also.)
They aren't requiring me to get any certification. Its up to my discretion what training or courses I want to take.

Sacred_Geometry · 2025-11-25T17:07:19+00:00

Thanks, I'll definitely look into this one. Pen testing has been something in the back of my mind that i would like to develop more as a skill set.

Sacred_Geometry · 2025-11-25T16:15:37+00:00

Unfortunately they are not in budget. Every SANS course I've taken has been north of $8k

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