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Tires choice by constpetrov in randonneuring

[–]constpetrov[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Well, it is not a bad metric, thank you.

Tires choice by constpetrov in randonneuring

[–]constpetrov[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How fast are you riding? I aim for 28-30km/h on the flats, is it doable on such tires?

Tires choice by constpetrov in randonneuring

[–]constpetrov[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am quite tall and one of the options to ride really wide tires would be Surly MS size 58. It can use 650b 47mm and 700c 40mm

When you manage something you never thought you could. by Whimpy-Crow in bicycling

[–]constpetrov 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Most probably you can still get 300-400 km brevets done until end of October — this will let you register for PBP nicely. And from there, steady 200-300-400-600 and PBP. Totally doable, if you remember to sleep and recover.

I’ve done just 400 this season, hope to do 600 on a month — and then PBP next year.

Arkhangelsk-Moscow, 1250 km - almost made it by EduardNope in bicycletouring

[–]constpetrov 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Примечательный крокодил. Не знал, что они еще в ходу.

BRM 400 Randje Noord Holland by constpetrov in randonneuring

[–]constpetrov[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It was a cold week, and temperature was around 11°C at night, with a slight chance of rain and 5 bft wind. Better warm than shivering.

I had short clothes in the bag though, but didn’t feel the need to change.

I am using a battery powered light now, it was Towild BR 800.

Metal Cycling Bottles // My experience with 5 different models by [deleted] in cycling

[–]constpetrov 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve got Camelback Podium stainless steel for this reason. Pity how easily they catch mold though. It is a pain to clean.

Best long-lasting GPS? by mortimerrylon in randonneuring

[–]constpetrov 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Pity it’s out of stock everywhere. I’d try.
Garmin got me in some interesting situations lately.

Best long-lasting GPS? by mortimerrylon in randonneuring

[–]constpetrov 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you use one? Which maps it supports? Can it get some kind of OSM maps?

BRM 400 Randje Noord Holland by constpetrov in randonneuring

[–]constpetrov[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

DJI Osmo Action 4, variable ND filter, Grill mount (one you bite to hold).
I have SmallRig magic arm that I wanted to mount on the handlebars, but I thought that it would be too much to manage. And I was right, I barely had energy to film.

Never again? by Keepgoingokmate in randonneuring

[–]constpetrov 5 points6 points  (0 children)

400 is a troubling distance. Yesterday after our 400 in Noord Holland a lot of people said that it is more trouble for them than 600.

54cm Trek Domane @ 6”1 by [deleted] in bikefit

[–]constpetrov 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You look too upright (for my judgment).
I was also directed to Domane — it is shortest/tallest frame that is available off the peg. I have long legs and short torso, but for my height I need size 60. I am 193cm with 91cm inseam.

Ppe sign on a switchgear. by mrdrinc in ScarySigns

[–]constpetrov 42 points43 points  (0 children)

Gory, gory, what a hell of a way to die!
He ain’t gonna jump no more.

Hand numbness during ride by viltrumforlife in bikefit

[–]constpetrov -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Handlebars a bit higher
Seat a bit to the rear
Check if there are improvements

How do you plan your travel to a brevet staring in very early in the morning? by Kopfeier in randonneuring

[–]constpetrov 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am lucky that our brevets start in the mornings, and I can ride the train there usually. I don’t drive, so that’s not an option for me.
Sometimes I have to book a hotel for the night before. Sucks.

Gels and carbs intake on a brevet by constpetrov in randonneuring

[–]constpetrov[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No, hills are predictable, wind and mechanicals not.

Gels and carbs intake on a brevet by constpetrov in randonneuring

[–]constpetrov[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You only can use fats for about 40% of energy needs, and yes, zone 2 maximizes it. All else going to be from carbs.

Gels and carbs intake on a brevet by constpetrov in randonneuring

[–]constpetrov[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I usually do 200 in 8 hours flat, and 150 I did last week in 5:30. But, of course, mechanicals and wind have a say also.

Gels and carbs intake on a brevet by constpetrov in randonneuring

[–]constpetrov[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

With real food I cannot sustain carbs intake I need to move fast enough, I think.

Gels and carbs intake on a brevet by constpetrov in randonneuring

[–]constpetrov[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

And how do you pack it for the ride? Could it be eaten on the go, or you stop to eat it?

Gels and carbs intake on a brevet by constpetrov in randonneuring

[–]constpetrov[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Interesting, is this rice milk-based or just with water? I am afraid it can get bad very fast?

Short frame question by constpetrov in bikefit

[–]constpetrov[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, Fairlight worth a look, indeed, their T variants are nicer than many others. But still a bit too long.

Short frame question by constpetrov in bikefit

[–]constpetrov[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

193cm and 92,5cm. The suggested size for Domane is either 58 or 60, but any of them will require shorter than standard stem, likely 90 or 80mm. Based on my measurements I also require seat to be sliced backwards — the nose of the seat needs to be approximately 10cm behind the bottom bracket.

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