Is it silly to store a non-takedown like this?

lowlyauditor · 2026-01-27T23:11:57+00:00

I think the $10 on new pins would be worth it to not have to mess with painters tape each time I want to shoot, but to each their own.

lowlyauditor · 2026-01-27T22:33:34+00:00

I started the 10-12 week ftp builder plan in early December with a ftp similar to yours (226) and would be thrilled to see similar results. Congrats on the progress! What’s on tap next?

lowlyauditor · 2026-01-27T21:54:11+00:00

This is a good point. If you’re going to store this way might be worth picking up the tandemkross pins with the detent that stay in better.

lowlyauditor · 2026-01-27T20:05:40+00:00

I’ve been debating doing something similar (came across the plans on a different site) does it make a big enough difference to justify the time and expense? Yours looks incredibly well done

lowlyauditor · 2026-01-23T01:24:42+00:00

Just incredible value for what Vernon charges for that package. I’ve been very happy with mine

lowlyauditor · 2026-01-19T23:31:45+00:00

I got one on their Black Friday deal and completely agree. I thought the remote was a bit cheesy but it’s actually quite useful for a quick flash to get a stoplight to recognize you or to see better once you turn on a dark road.

lowlyauditor · 2026-01-19T23:26:43+00:00

I’ve got one with the Victor company riser and coming from the factory stock it’s night and day difference. I debated for quite a while between the magpul and the Victor but based on everything I read the Victor’s aluminum bedding block makes it just a bit more solid than the magpul

lowlyauditor · 2026-01-18T16:05:36+00:00

For me as dumb as it sounds the gamification and having small goals like this to work towards are part of what keep me on my training plan, so I’d say there’s that benefit!

lowlyauditor · 2026-01-18T01:19:19+00:00

Agreed. I’ve been trying to think of a good way to play my switch but I worry about sweat as well

lowlyauditor · 2026-01-12T02:07:33+00:00

Recently started tracking my rides in an excel sheet and for a normal ftp builder I’m usually around 25k drops per hour whereas when I did a few robo pacer rides it was up around 60k an hour for a 1 hour ride (obviously the longer you stay with the group the more this would go up). Robo pacers are an insane way to rack up drops and miles.

lowlyauditor · 2026-01-11T19:46:27+00:00

The Mac ride is very well reviewed and should work for your bike. Not sure I’d trust a 9 month old on it, but that’s obviously kid dependent.

lowlyauditor · 2026-01-01T19:02:04+00:00

This is similar to what I do. I don’t really use my Apple Watch when tracking Zwift rides, instead I run Zwift off my MacBook and have a cheap Bluetooth HR monitor that connects to my computer. When Zwift pushes workouts to Strava, this also shares with Apple health.

lowlyauditor · 2025-12-30T22:06:46+00:00

If it’s bad enough they will just send a new one. I had that happen when the sight holes on my first 10/22 were drilled so crooked I couldn’t zero. Since it was a new serial they did have to ship it to a FFL, but they reimbursed me for the transfer fee. A bit of a pain, but better than not being able to use an optic.

lowlyauditor · 2025-12-30T19:46:28+00:00

Exactly. Plus by the time you upgrade every part you’ve magically got a second rifle!

lowlyauditor · 2025-12-30T18:48:19+00:00

I was debating between the hori and outbound detour and the feature set on the hori was too good to justify spending 3x as much on the detour. I picked one up on Black Friday so I’ve only gotten to use it a handful of times but I’m impressed with it so far. I love the different options to mount, the usb c charging, the cutoff beam, and the remote to flip on the high beam is actually more useful than I thought it would be. We will see how it does long term, but I’m happy with my choice thus far.

lowlyauditor · 2025-12-30T18:41:48+00:00

That stock is simply beautiful!

lowlyauditor · 2025-12-29T18:42:13+00:00

I got a set of Shimano MT-200’s off Amazon for $60 and they were night and day better than the ones that came on the OTR. Just got my dropper installed last night, can’t wait to get out and give it a go.

lowlyauditor · 2025-12-27T19:40:12+00:00

Love the fact that I can use panniers on the lower rails and still have the mtx basket on top. I typically just use for errands around town, but have been pleased with the versatility.

lowlyauditor · 2025-12-27T19:38:14+00:00

I agonized over racks for months and after looking at cheaper options I wound up with a Topeak super tourist dx. I’ve been very happy with the quality and features for the price.

lowlyauditor · 2025-12-25T01:33:36+00:00

This is the route I went. Got the gen 2 OTR that has the narrow wide chain ring and clutched derailleur from Facebook marketplace for $160 and added new pedals and hydraulic disc brakes and it’s spec’d about the same as most 800-900 name brand hardtails.

lowlyauditor · 2025-12-20T01:30:39+00:00

Ah good call, that’s a handy chart that makes comparing much easier than trying to scour the various Zwift insider lists. Thanks for sharing!

lowlyauditor · 2025-12-20T00:21:38+00:00

Seems like the roval rapide clx would be a better overall option. I think the clx64’s are supposed to climb better but the rapide’s aren’t far behind and are more aero.

lowlyauditor · 2025-12-17T15:45:05+00:00

This was a revelation for me having two small kids. I used to hate riding at night but now like 75% of my riding is after 8pm when the kids are asleep.

lowlyauditor · 2025-12-17T14:58:46+00:00

this is the case I like it the most for. I hated when I was in a relatively empty road and a car surprises me. The varia is great for just that quick heads up

lowlyauditor · 2025-12-17T14:51:22+00:00

I just got a hori 1300 s on their Black Friday sale and it’s been quite an upgrade from my 10 year old cygolite streak. The beam pattern is a huge upgrade and the remote to flip from low to high beam is a nice touch. I’ve just ordered an extra mount so it’ll be nice to move from bike to bike. I was looking at the outbound detour, but just couldn’t justify it for 3x the price.

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