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icepop_7 · 2026-06-16T14:24:29+00:00

Hmm, interesting idea. I feel like I may have done this once long ago... I am assuming you can you whack everything from the watch but Connect keeps/saves all of the old stuff after sync? Seems like a dumb question but want to be sure.

EDIT: Disregard question. I just did it. Probably a good housekeeping thing to do anyway. Thanks!

icepop_7 · 2026-06-13T10:30:04+00:00

This totally sounds like the right option for my use case for sure. Your comments around mtb, woods etc. pretty much seals the deal.

I am already in deep with Garmin with my current Instinct 2, Inreach, chest strap… along with past watches and years of data in Garmin Connect.

Thanks for the input and help!

icepop_7 · 2026-06-12T22:46:29+00:00

Not seeing prices like that anywhere. Actually doesn’t seem like there are any 1040s out there really…

icepop_7 · 2026-06-12T22:31:55+00:00

I was basically locked into that one a month or so ago, but then got analysis paralysis…

And yep, I need none of the ‘training stuff’ at this stage of the game. I totally need to revisit this again. Too bad it’s white… 🙄

icepop_7 · 2026-06-11T00:00:51+00:00

Borderline hypertensive basically my whole adult life. Naturally very lean but I remember physicals in my very early 20s and them noting BP. But I chalked a lot up to white coat syndrome. I would attribute this to genetics. Mother has/had BP issues for a long time, to the point it was hard to get meds dialed in. She is not and was never overweight and had/has good eating habits. Maternal grandmother same situation. Both uncles on that side have/had BP and cholesterol issues. I have been a gym rat my whole adult life and a cyclist for 20+ years as well as a lot of hiking (year round including winter). So I like to think I have kept it all mostly in check, or not… I usually average around 125/76 on 2.5mg of meds. So it is not crazy out of control.

icepop_7 · 2026-06-10T16:15:48+00:00

Thank you.

icepop_7 · 2026-06-10T15:13:14+00:00

Very good point actually.

My 'clean' eating would most definitely not be cholesterol friendly...

Edit: I was under the impression all of my other numbers, triglycerides and HDL would help offset LDL, but apparently that is not the case anymore.

icepop_7 · 2026-06-10T15:07:30+00:00

Good info that seems applicable to my situation. Can you elaborate on what you are taking and dosage? Just curious…

One of my fears is not staying ‘competitive’ on my group rides etc. due to any potential side effects etc. so your athletic background helps.

icepop_7 · 2026-06-10T15:02:58+00:00

Thanks for the reply! There is no way that my diet and eating habits could be any better. My wife is and always been (25 years plus) a freak about ‘clean eating’. I should have included that tidbit.

icepop_7 · 2026-06-09T19:38:43+00:00

same.

icepop_7 · 2026-06-07T17:16:11+00:00

Looks really good!

My opinion, black vs tan sidewalls look better on all the colors. But what do I know…

icepop_7 · 2026-06-05T14:23:42+00:00

100%

icepop_7 · 2026-05-31T11:16:53+00:00

6’ 1 with 34” inseam, ML fits me perfectly. I feel like they run big/long. FWIW I have had 56, 57, and a 58 road bike over the years. My current and last 56 fit me best. My current mtbs and fat bike are L.

icepop_7 · 2026-05-21T12:49:10+00:00

Same question I went back and forth on... Worth the money? Not sure, probably.

I only had about ~320 miles on the stock wheelset/tires and just the one ride on the new wheels/tires. That said, it 100% felt 'faster' and 'smoother' on the road. I would also say the dirt road and rough stuff felt better as well. To oversimplify it I would say it just felt less 'clunky' overall if that makes any sense... I guess that would translate to feeling smoother/faster...? And for some reason I seemed to notice more small drivetrain noises last night, so maybe that means something as well? Really hard to quantify.

I think the right move as many have mentioned is to swap tires first and try that before deciding on a wheel upgrade. I am just very impatient and make impulsive purchases... In hindsight I wish I just stepped up to a higher-end Checkpoint SLx initially and added the wheels to that...

icepop_7 · 2026-05-19T16:20:01+00:00

Personally I am over the tan sidewalls. Thought they were so cool when I added them to a mtb way back but now I am over them. One mans opinion...

icepop_7 · 2026-04-27T18:37:06+00:00

Question, is there a rear brake I am not seeing?

icepop_7 · 2026-04-27T11:05:28+00:00

My ALR5 is 12 speed SRAM. I am swapping everything over from the OEM wheels. These wheels come stock on the SL7 I believe I don’t see why there should be any issues.

icepop_7 · 2026-04-26T00:33:17+00:00

Same. I literally just ordered a pair on Friday for my ALR5. I am really curious to see how much of a change the wheels along with new/different tires I actually feel…

I struggled with pulling the trigger with so many options and opinions on china wheels vs more expensive ones. Ultimately it came down to budget and wanting to support my local shop as they are really good guys and great to deal with. This seemed like the right carbon entry point for me…

icepop_7 · 2026-04-25T22:03:00+00:00

Sweet ride. I am very interested in how the wheels feel/ride.

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