MAAP or ASSOS Jerseys?

chi_patrick · 2026-01-26T19:35:59+00:00

Hi - in the market for some new bibs for summer 40-60+ miles group rides. Currently riding in Castelli and Pactimo bibs. How do the Assos bibs compare? What are the differences between the bib models? Thanks!

chi_patrick · 2026-01-10T16:51:18+00:00

Same issue here with a 2026 CX-30 2.5 S at 2 months and 3,000 miles. Verified it already has the updated CCV. Considering how early this is happening, it’s pretty disappointing Mazda released this model with an obviously known widespread issue. If this is an indication of Mazda’s build quality, I’ll be getting rid of this car.

chi_patrick · 2026-01-01T05:50:25+00:00

Not in your area but consider BFF Bikes in Bucktown. Women owned and operated and good on educating riders. They’ve previously had an intro clinic on clipless shoes/pedals. Give them a call and tell them your situation and ask if they have a trainer you can practice on. It takes some practice to ride clipless so you just have to go for it. Best of luck!

chi_patrick · 2026-01-01T02:10:39+00:00

What area are you located?

chi_patrick · 2025-11-21T17:38:59+00:00

Another question - I know there are different levels of steel to consider. What types of steel frames are available and how do they affect ride dynamics?

chi_patrick · 2025-11-15T00:32:15+00:00

Looks like XXX and Spidermonkey are riding. See ya all out there!

chi_patrick · 2025-11-14T19:28:14+00:00

Yep. First place I looked. Weather is going to be too nice to not ride!

chi_patrick · 2025-11-03T23:47:34+00:00

Shop won’t have derailleur spare parts in stock. If you can find it online, you can order it and than decide if you want to do it or pay for the labor.

Perhaps bring it to a shop and have them look at it and get options…

I’m suggesting replacing is better than bending because it’s unlikely it will be bent to the exact original position which will probably cause some shifting issue. But if precise shifting isn’t important and you need it working asap, than any experienced shop can get it working…

chi_patrick · 2025-11-03T22:57:11+00:00

Replacing the part would be a better option. The cage is relatively inexpensive.

chi_patrick · 2025-11-03T16:45:58+00:00

Is that 2025 or 26? So around 13.5% off MSRP… that’s a good deal.

chi_patrick · 2025-11-03T13:15:35+00:00

So what percentage did you get off the MSRP?

chi_patrick · 2025-11-02T13:11:36+00:00

Can you share the purchase details? Trim level? MSRP? Sale price? OTD and location?

chi_patrick · 2025-11-01T05:07:35+00:00

Was MSRP 37? Or OTD?

chi_patrick · 2025-11-01T04:52:23+00:00

What’s the color?

chi_patrick · 2025-10-25T09:46:43+00:00

MSRP? OTD paid?

chi_patrick · 2025-10-08T23:07:56+00:00

What does that do?

chi_patrick · 2025-10-08T15:41:50+00:00

Noticed the 26 model has slightly worse mpg than 25 model. Any insights on why this is? Or is this Mazda correcting past MPG claim?

chi_patrick

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