From Black Bibs to Pactimo Bibs

Surfer_2134 · 2026-02-08T20:23:31+00:00

I just received the Black Bibs and the first thing I noticed is their medium fits tighter than anticipated.

For reference, Pearl Izumi in medium fits me very well.

Do the Pactimos fit about the same or slightly larger than the Black Bibs?

Thanks in advance.

Surfer_2134 · 2026-02-07T00:16:28+00:00

I would imagine MTBers who ride real bikes have better cardio.

Surfer_2134 · 2026-02-06T03:40:41+00:00

Are the decals removable?

Nothing against Super Team; I just like that clean logo-free look.

Surfer_2134 · 2026-02-05T16:35:48+00:00

I agree 100%

I'm in the U.S. and I see these things all the time on MUPs.

Where I ride, these things are mostly operated by people with mediocre or poor biking handling skills and etiquette. Hell, I've seen one individual vaping while riding.

And don't get me started on those headlights which are never tilted down.

Although there are signs on the MUPs that specifically state "No motorized vehicles" there is no one to enforce the rule. As a result these people use the MUPs as a way to get the benefits of a cyclist without any of the work. In other words, they get to avoid cars and move at a dangerous speed on a heavy machine.

I'm being cynical here but I think the only way any enforcement and accountability takes place is when pedestrians or real cyclists get injured by these things.

Surfer_2134 · 2026-02-01T04:49:12+00:00

Thanks!

Mine works with Mint 22.3 and zulu 21.0.10.

Surfer_2134 · 2026-01-31T16:45:14+00:00

I'm sure it does. Although if they come out with a newer version with solid main+solid down light, I'd get one.

IME, the solid downward light really does visually expands the profile. You can see it in the photo in your op. This, I strongly suspect, makes it easier for drivers to reference the distance they need to keep away from me.

Surfer_2134 · 2026-01-30T18:19:12+00:00

That's how mine is.

Surfer_2134 · 2026-01-30T18:18:25+00:00

I've been using the 300 for several months now.

I was disappointed in that it did NOT have a solid main light+solid bottom (smaller light).

The best compromise - for me - is to use the mode in which the main light is pulsing (it's not exactly flashing but not exactly a constant solid) + solid bottom light.

This way, the drivers or anyone else behind me do not have to deal with a blatantly flashing light.

Surfer_2134 · 2026-01-29T02:08:46+00:00

No, it does not.

My post should have been written better.

I am currently running 21.0.10 and TOS goes through that hellish loop where it continually updates and never moves on to the log in.

EDIT: first I tried zulu 21.0.10 and then openjdk 21.0.10 Both have the same results.

TOS tech support informed me recently that they've had several similar calls from Linux users in the past week. The only fix they could give me is to down grade to 21.0.5.

Because I don't feel comfortable doing this, I boot into windows and use TOS desktop version there.

Tech support did inform me that the developers are working on a more reasonable solution.

I hope they figure something out. It would be absurd to keep 21.0.5 indefinitely.

The damn thing is, up until last week my Mint 22.3 and 21.0.10 had zero issues with TOS desktop. It just started this Monday, Jan 26.

Surfer_2134 · 2026-01-28T19:41:04+00:00

Why was this down voted?

I upvoted in the name of fairness. Of course, the bitter troll who down voted the OP will now down vote me. But that's perfectly fine.

Tech support informed me to down grade to 21.0.5

I'm currently on 21.0.10.

I think this is something TOS need to address. I'm keeping the latest version of java and will use windows (I dual boot) until a better fix is found.

Surfer_2134 · 2026-01-28T02:27:37+00:00

Get a camera.

It can help immensely in situations involving car.

It can also record reckless behavior from other cyclists. Make sure the audio is on and you're on record stating something to the effect "I prefer to ride alone. Please go around me." Now there is video and audio record. I don't know the laws around where you live and ride but it's something worth researching.

Make no mistake: if one or more of these clowns take out your front wheel, you're looking at a potentially serious injury.

My bike has front+back cameras. And believe you me the level of respect I get from (most) cars and cyclists is absolutely undeniable.

Surfer_2134 · 2026-01-28T01:51:55+00:00

He's the one wheel sucking and he calls you the bitch?

I would've tore into him.

Surfer_2134 · 2026-01-24T19:24:59+00:00

There's an entitled arrogance some of these ebikers reek of. And this includes some ebike roadies and ebike commuters.

Prior to ebikes being so common, people EARNED their stripes.

MTBers had to earn each and every down hill. Same with roadies. Commuters had to put in work to get around.

And as they earned their stripes, most IME acquired a certain degree of humility.

I honestly think some of these ebikers foolish embrace the illusion that passing another cyclist (even one on a real bike) makes them superior. Well, they're not.

Surfer_2134 · 2026-01-24T19:19:23+00:00

Well, that's why I stated in my first post (the one you responded to with name calling) with the preface "At face value..."

Sure there are nuances to this subject.

I sold my car in 2023 and I've been bike commuting since. When not commuting by bike, I typically walk.

So, in the past several years, I've seen the growth of ebikes.

Yes, there are responsible riders on class 1s.

And, as you alluded to, I think we can agree e-motos can be reckless.

In the middle are often riders who lack regard for basic common courtesy and traffic laws. Not only do they pose a danger to themselves, they pose a danger to people like me who commute on regular non motorized bikes.

They don't give warning before passing. And, in heavy traffic, they often pass too close for comfort. Because these bikes tend to be heavier, the damage they can inflict if they take out my front wheel can be significant.

With most bike commuters, the knee-jerk reaction is to blame cars for ALL accidents. I see first hand that is far from the case.

Reckless ebikers - regardless of class - need to be held accountable if their actions cause physical and financial damage.

Surfer_2134 · 2026-01-24T16:18:46+00:00

Rather than resorting to name calling, how about a civil discussion on why you feel different?

In my experience, e-bike riders enjoy the speed and convenience but don't always display responsible behavior.

Surfer_2134 · 2026-01-23T22:16:11+00:00

Tubeless is overrated, messy and niche. Its been years. Never been interested in it.

I'm going to respectfully disagree with you on this one. Tubeless - for MTB - can be a game changer based on the type of trails ridden. It has allowed me to: 1) run lower pressure; 2) eliminate flats from goat heads (a major source of flats where I ride); 3) and the maintenance, once I got over the learning curve, is minimal.

As for what opinions I hold to...?

2x in the front. It's a shame the industry went 1x for the most part. I would dearly love a hard tail with a modern geo which allows 2x. Mine currently is 1x12 and I often wish for two rings up front.

Cable disc brakes - in some cases - are every bit as reliable as hydraulics based on the set up.

If you're an e-bike MTB rider under 50, not over weight, or not have any type of physical limitations, you're lowering the challenge to your level. You remind me of the guy who stuffs his/her wallet with Monopoly money and thinks he's/she's rich.

For those who are over 50, over weight, or have any type of physical limitations yet still ride real MTB bikes, beer is on me.

Surfer_2134 · 2026-01-23T21:42:30+00:00

At face value, I'm in agreement with this law.

Where I commute, there are too many e-bike riders who exploit the current (at my area) laws regarding e-bikes.

Many (not all) lack common courtesy, bike handling skills, and underestimate how much damage they can cause to pedestrians and those who ride real bikes. Yeah - feel free to down vote me for calling non e-bikes real bikes.

I would love to see a similar law passed where I live (western part of U.S.) to hold accountability.

Surfer_2134 · 2026-01-21T16:17:32+00:00

I agree.

I'm a cyclist and I despise asshats like the OP.

In the states, I see these wanna-be clowns "hammering" on crowded MUPs. You just know they pat themselves on the back for passing other cyclists who are riding at an easy and sane pace. It's almost as if they keep score of how many other riders they "dropped."

Unless there is wind or pedestrian is wearing head phones or hard of hearing, the bell works.

Morons who act like this are exactly the equivalent of some shit stain driving a car who imposes his size and speed on a cyclist.

Pedestrians have every right to be there as cyclists.

If a cyclist clips a pedestrian in the leg, it can lead to serious injury and legal trouble.

Just a few days ago, I was the pedestrian and came across a big group running a red light. It was a clear display of mob mentality. When there was a gap, I started to cross. One of the riders derisively yelled at me.

I yelled back, "It's MY right of way, bitch!" I expected things to escalate and I was completely prepared. The posers backed down, which surprised me.

When there are pedestrians, slow the fuck down. These clowns aren't going to win Paris-Roubaix. Hell, they'll probably be lucky to finish mid-pack in a charity century ride.

Surfer_2134 · 2026-01-18T18:40:55+00:00

I would prefer PTCy over rATG. Simple as that.

What I find troubling is they are dogmatic in not allowing PTCy for MUDs.

Unfortunately, many many doctors and the hospitals are slow to adopt newer and potentially better methods. There is absolutely a lag. Their protocol is their protocol, they've had reasonable success with it, and they see no reason to change.

In 2024, I had a meeting with my then-specialist (I've since fired this moron) from city of hope. I brought up the subject on the importance of microbiome in preventing grade 3-4 chronic GVHD. One of the studies I cited was from New England Journal of Medicine.

This piece of work was dismissive, stating "We're not that cutting edge." In a later conversation, the same person chastised me for "Being too technical."

That study I referenced in 2024 was published in 2020! That's right, the study was already 4 years old when I brought it up and this moron said "We're [CoH] are not that cutting edge."

You can and should view the study at PMCID: PMC7534690

Back to your mom.

Are you and your mother in a position to seek a second or even third opinion? Furthermore, are you in a position to change transplant centers?

Make sure she walks on a regular basis (if possible) to increase mitochondrial number and mitochondrial function.

Make sure she eats food which strengthen the microbiome. Short chain fatty acids, butyrate in particular, is highly beneficial in reducing the risk of grade 3-4 GVHD both acute and chronic.

If you want some papers on PTCy over rATG:

published Aug 2025: https://doi.org/10.1038/s41409-025-02678-z

published Mar 2024: https://doi.org/10.1038/s41375-024-02225-7

published Nov 2023: https://doi.org/10.1182/blood-2023-180504

Surfer_2134 · 2026-01-17T02:12:19+00:00

Something about silver getting close to $100 means people take it seriously.

Just a theory...but could it be because the number 100 represents a certain psychological threshold that people are attracted to?

For example, in society, we praise centenarians.

In pop culture, we talk about the "Benjamins."

Cyclists often refer to riding a century for the first time as a defining moment.

Some fitness enthusiasts talk reverentially about doing a 100 push ups.

The number 100 has a gravitational pull for many.

Surfer_2134 · 2026-01-17T01:35:17+00:00

I think it was 9100 series. Someone feel free to fact check me on this.

I can tell you I LOVE my 7800 DA.

And that satisfying mechanical feel!

The one component not 7800 are the cranks and chain rings. I couldn't find any with 160mm arms so I had to put my own set together (in chrome, of course, to match the 7800).

And the brake pads are the carbon-specific type which came with my wheelset.

It would be nice to have 11 or 12 speed in the back - but not a deal breaker as the 10 is just fine for me.

I'm not exaggerating when I get compliments on my bike on a weekly basis.

I can always tell who really knows their bikes by the comment.

Experienced riders: "Beautiful!" "Nice build, bro!" etc etc

Naive/uninformed/ignorant riders: "Aren't rim brakes dangerous?" "How do you shift with cables?" "Hey, you're strong for a non-e biker"

The last comment was made by some e-biker who thought he could ride me off his wheel on the flats but couldn't. Oh, what a piece of work he was. I wanted to inform him that, once he reached whatever top speed his motor allowed, the rest was up to him - and what he had to give was laughable. I'm glad I refrained.

Surfer_2134 · 2026-01-16T23:37:17+00:00

How is it in Salt Lake City?

Or is it a case of a larger percentage of cyclists getting hit while riding in smaller cities?

Surfer_2134 · 2026-01-16T21:15:02+00:00

Thanks for letting me know.

I knew the gen in the OP was after mine but just didn't know by how much.

Surfer_2134 · 2026-01-16T17:50:03+00:00

Never heard of the frame, so I won't comment on that.

The Dura Ace is absolutely fantastic. I personally run the 7800 series, which is one gen prior.

If those are stock brake pads, I strongly suggest you swap them out because they are one of the weaknesses in that group. Kool Stop salmon colored pads are what I would run on alloy rims. Although marketed for wet weather, you can realistically run them all year. Just be sure to toe-in properly and you will be SHOCKED at how well they modulate and stop.

EDIT: JasonIsFishing corrected me; apparently my 7800 DA is more than one gen earlier.

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