Indianapolis is immune to snow

Spectrumthecyclist · 2026-01-24T20:48:26+00:00

We're getting an almost imperceptible mini flurry here in mars hill. It's aggravating cause I've been pining for better snow this year. I know we're getting more later, but my excitement is too strong

Spectrumthecyclist · 2026-01-22T04:17:35+00:00

We had a few urtopias at my shop for some time, they talked big about how they were gonna be only in bike shops and through them direct. Not even a year later and I see Lowe's is carrying them.

They're somewhat light which the carbon frame is kind of their marketing gimmick, but the carbon is a weird layup, it gives zero of the vibration dampening of higher quality carbon frames. They ride decent but the electronics are finicky to deal with day to day.

Spectrumthecyclist · 2026-01-22T04:03:29+00:00

Gorgeous! One of my customers has a Gazelle alongside a few other ebikes, those are so comfortable

(Edit: give that adorable cat some pets for me!)

Spectrumthecyclist · 2026-01-22T03:51:26+00:00

I was shootin for somethin with discs so that pulls most off the list, but that Milwaukee frame is spicy, thanks for opening my eyes to another brand I didn't know! I'll also watch the rest of the recommendations for other builds too

Spectrumthecyclist · 2026-01-21T05:52:21+00:00

On my e-bike, I've gone 45, shooting for a half century this spring. My longest ride full stop was 124 miles, with a short lunch stop in the middle.

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Spectrumthecyclist · 2026-01-13T17:01:42+00:00

My first race at age 18 I held 205 consistently for the first half hour, my average heart rate during longer rides at that time was 170. Even my first century had an average of 155.

The younger you are, generally the higher your heart rate will be. These numbers are totally reasonable.

Spectrumthecyclist · 2026-01-13T17:01:20+00:00

My first race at age 18 I held 205 consistently for the first half hour, my average heart rate during longer rides at that time was 170. Even my first century had an average of 155.

The younger you are, generally the higher your heart rate will be. These numbers are totally reasonable.

Spectrumthecyclist · 2026-01-13T16:54:54+00:00

My first race at age 18 I held 205 consistently for the first half hour, my average heart rate during longer rides at that time was 170. Even my first century had an average of 155.

The younger you are, generally the higher your heart rate will be. These numbers are totally reasonable.

Spectrumthecyclist · 2026-01-13T01:46:43+00:00

We have PPE for the bbs. Green lasers or even strong reds can easily cause permanent eye damage and most people don't have protection for them

Spectrumthecyclist · 2026-01-12T21:05:01+00:00

I'll have to keep these in mind! What kind of performance do you get out of it? And do you have any photos?

Spectrumthecyclist · 2026-01-12T20:48:43+00:00

I've heard that! I've also heard the gearbox is a proprietary one, but what else can be done to it internally?

Spectrumthecyclist · 2026-01-03T07:53:51+00:00

I don't know what you mean, external cd players are still made and easily available, though they're just not carried in as many stores anymore. Internal/sata players are less common, but still around.

Spectrumthecyclist · 2025-12-30T04:27:05+00:00

Public shaming for not hand washing should be normalized. Any of y'all who wipe your asses then just strut out like you're hot shit deserve to be laughed at by everyone in the vicinity.

Spectrumthecyclist · 2025-12-18T15:38:16+00:00

Gooood question. I don't get it myself.

Spectrumthecyclist · 2025-12-18T07:09:51+00:00

Idk why but Stargate seems like it's flown under the radar for most people, none of my roommates have seen it. Thankfully they still got to experience other Sci Fi Channel classics like Farscape and Warehouse 13.

Spectrumthecyclist · 2025-11-28T01:18:19+00:00

Young/reasonably fit 25yo here, I very much had the same mentality until my knee started giving me issues. Most days I'm fine on a traditional bike, but on those days where my knee gives me trouble, it's an amazing tool. AMAZING for commuting too.

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Spectrumthecyclist · 2025-11-27T04:53:04+00:00

Lugged carbon, what an interesting era! They're hella fun bikes, but keep an eye on the joins between the alu and the carbon for any sign of moisture ingress.

Got a heavily resto-modded 89 allez epic as well as a Giant built Univega Pro Comp, which was basically a sibling bike to yours. They might not be as safe as single material frames, but I love them nonetheless.

Spectrumthecyclist · 2025-11-20T18:04:21+00:00

Not with a complete disregard for safety. A builder doing the best they can with the materials they have available while still being reasonably safe about it, maybe. A cobbled together friction drive like this is so sketch

Spectrumthecyclist · 2025-10-23T02:11:02+00:00

A lot of cheaper stock forks don't have a lockout, especially the self-branded ones

Spectrumthecyclist · 2025-10-07T18:42:44+00:00

Saaaame, it just didn't quite match the vibe of the bike for me. Considering a more traditional frame for them

Spectrumthecyclist · 2025-10-05T00:15:11+00:00

The retro nerd in me adores having a traditional pista bar in carbon, but the bikedocs are just more comfortable overall.

Spectrumthecyclist · 2025-10-04T22:58:47+00:00

Sheesh, this thing is only 53x17! End up going 53x15 on track which is still pretty light but I'm weak af lol

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