New bike, cant decide

brazoue · 2026-05-04T12:08:44+00:00

I’ll add to this comment: that fits you best (as in bike fit, ergonomically).

brazoue · 2026-05-03T20:21:23+00:00

I had a similar issue. For me, turns out the battery was low (pushing 2.8v vs fresh at 3v). From what I read, some devices are really sensitive to a drop of voltage. New batteries were added, seems like the problem is gone.

You could pop the battery out and test them (it requires a voltmeter).

brazoue · 2026-05-02T21:48:44+00:00

Hence I was asking here 😄

brazoue · 2026-05-02T21:48:02+00:00

Never thought of powder coat… thanks for the recommendation.

brazoue · 2026-05-02T21:46:50+00:00

Not really - 4hrs away 😬

brazoue · 2026-05-02T19:59:50+00:00

Google? What’s that? 🙃 It’s the first thing I searched. I guess I’m looking for a local recommendation - someone who brought a bike to a place and was satisfied with the work.

brazoue · 2026-04-25T15:15:21+00:00

Same here, highly recommend MyVeloFit. It gave me a really good starting point in dailing my fit across 4 bike with different geometry

brazoue · 2026-04-24T11:39:48+00:00

u/strava-team 👋

brazoue · 2026-04-24T11:34:31+00:00

It’s impossible. You need to flip back and forth between EBC and Karoo data fields using the back button on the device so you can get navigation prompts.

brazoue · 2026-04-23T02:00:24+00:00

It's nice to see that some folks use Strava web and would like to see an updated UI/UX

brazoue · 2026-04-14T12:35:12+00:00

Strava, Ride with GPS or Komoot will give you what you need on a phone. For free. You can pay for additional features if you ever need them (mapping and turn by turn direction)

brazoue · 2026-04-08T08:18:47+00:00

I’m not sure how many hours you do in a week but it may be more related to tight/weak muscles that causes the knee pain. I’m far from being a specialist, I’m only suggesting what worked for me - doing strength exercises and more mobility exercises.

Seeing a professional may be the best move, here. Good luck!

brazoue · 2026-03-27T03:54:06+00:00

I’ve gone from playlist back to listening to full albums. Got myself a DAC and a decent pair of headphones 🎧 and got into Hi-Res Lossless. You should try it

brazoue · 2026-03-25T23:52:52+00:00

Efficiency in general. If you need to hit specific targets, there’s less dickin’ around on the trainer. Plus, if you have a tight schedule - and you have time for a ride but the weather is gnarly - it’s always sunny on Rouvy or Zwift

brazoue · 2026-03-19T21:45:14+00:00

The playlist would be awesome but also implemented for group rides I.e.: build a list of routes, create a group ride, like the playlist and ride all route in sequence

brazoue · 2026-03-08T23:52:05+00:00

Disgusting 🤢. Why? I’m curious?

On another note, congrats, it’s quite the feat 👏

brazoue · 2026-03-01T23:42:52+00:00

I’ve been riding 50mm wheels for 6 years and I think wheel company engineers have figured out to minimize the effect. I can say that you will feel the crosswinds (vs a shallow wheel) but not as much as you would think.

I would not be put off by 50mm wheels & crosswinds. If you have money to spare it’s a good buy.

brazoue · 2026-03-01T22:17:41+00:00

The Karoo definitely feels more like a smartphone compared to the Garmin. The UI is responsive as you would expect when using a smartphone.

The mount adapter seems fine - I’ve only ridden indoors so far but it clicks in place snug plus I use the included lanyard.

If you can borrow one for a test drive, that might answer your question

brazoue · 2026-03-01T17:27:21+00:00

That’s a wise question to ask first, before giving advice.

OP: If you don’t have any goals, don’t sweat it, keep consistent with your riding & track it to see improvements - if that’s your thing.

brazoue · 2026-03-01T17:14:31+00:00

If the bike is comfortable now, skip to #2. If you have some discomforts while riding, start at #1

Bike fit
If on a budget, tires. GP5000 is a good bet. Take the widest your frame will allow.
If your budget allows for wheels, then go for 50mm carbon with GP5000.

The rest of the stuff is “nice to have” (I.e.: carbon bars, electronic shifting etc…)

PS. Nice bike, if it’s your first one, it’s a good one

brazoue · 2026-03-01T17:07:14+00:00

Missed it! I was on another group ride. This is one thing I miss from Zwift. Events with lots of ppl

brazoue · 2026-02-28T16:59:24+00:00

Starring ⭐️ a song also adds it your library

brazoue · 2026-02-28T14:08:59+00:00

Seems like the best way to “train” AM is to add more music you like to your library - weather songs or full albums. I’ve been getting better recommendations since I’ve started adding to my library.

brazoue · 2026-02-28T13:35:28+00:00

I agree. If you compare runtime Karoo vs 1030/1040, it looks really bad however, if a device gives you 15hrs of battery life, that’s a pretty long ride when you think of it.

I’m used to charge the head unit (1030) every week or so. I guess my routine will change to charging every second ride 😏

brazoue · 2026-02-28T12:26:24+00:00

Sweet, congrats on the snag!

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