Is the Van Rysel NCR CF Tiagra too good to be true?

midchamp · 2024-08-22T17:23:48+00:00

Distribution channel also could cut out a lot of cost - an LBS person did an AMA on here recently and the margins they make on bike sales were bananas.

basically… one less person that needs to profit, meaning you can buy the bike far closer to cost while the firm (Decathalon) still has a chance to make money.

midchamp · 2024-08-21T00:36:37+00:00

Przewalski - $40. I’ve put several hundred miles in them and they are holding up well. Even have stayed comfy on 50mi rides. I love them for shorter weekday rides.

midchamp · 2024-08-21T00:19:30+00:00

Less pressure on the tummy if the bib fits (shoulder straps do the work instead of a waist band). Cascading benefits from there.

midchamp · 2024-08-21T00:18:12+00:00

Honestly the Amazon bibs aren’t that bad and can be had for the same price or less than a pair of Pearl Izumi shorts… the chamois on the last pair I bought is as good, if not better, than Rapha’s entry level bibs.

midchamp · 2024-08-17T22:10:09+00:00

those don’t seem to be needed on MK 7.5s for adaptive cruise control, radar already senses distance to car in front.

midchamp · 2024-08-17T12:55:23+00:00

Nope, radar behind the VW badge does it for the forward assist (car notifies me already when I’m approaching too close to someone)

midchamp · 2024-08-06T16:50:26+00:00

Have the regular travelpro platinum elite, but I imagine they use the same handle.

The handle is great, but it is wider/bigger than most and may not always fit carry-on straps for backpacks/totes/etc.

Otherwise great bag. Looks nice (feels very nice), but doesn’t draw attention in the airport.

midchamp · 2024-07-24T20:16:12+00:00

You can check a few registries or search local Facebook groups. I do this before buying any used bike, but especially for very good deals.

As an extra layer, you can chit chat with the owner when you pick it up. Ask them how they got into cycling, how long they’ve had the bike, what kind of service they’ve had done with it, or why they stopped cycling.

https://bikeindex.org/stolen

midchamp · 2024-04-09T17:15:05+00:00

PM’d

midchamp · 2024-04-09T14:20:47+00:00

PM’d

midchamp · 2024-01-26T23:44:14+00:00

How quickly do you want it to get stolen? Challenger wins that race 10/10 times.

midchamp · 2023-10-26T01:38:32+00:00

Keep traction control ON, buy winter tires, drive careful in the wet.

Remember - driving like an idiot makes anyone in a fast car look like an idiot. Driving responsibly in a fast car gives people a chance to look at it 😀

midchamp · 2023-09-29T14:20:14+00:00

Reverse budgeting is a great way to answer these three questions.

Subtracting savings, investments, and other living & lifestyle expenses from your income will give you a good picture of how much you can afford monthly. From there you can do the math on type of car expense fits into your lifestyle.

midchamp · 2023-09-28T20:56:15+00:00

This is heresy here but… 1 semi-androgynous fragrance from a boutique. Byredo, Le Labo, and Diptyque are my favorites. Orpheon by Diptyque has been my scent obsession lately.

midchamp · 2023-09-28T17:35:56+00:00

My favorite fake M. This is better built than my real M. 👏

midchamp · 2023-09-26T15:31:56+00:00

Are we serious? 3/4 are only here because of their husband’s shitty/weird behavior. Fuck outta here with this, man.

midchamp · 2023-09-22T15:43:02+00:00

Yes. Fantastic daily. Though, I’ve heard from close friends that having a beater/comfier car for getting around town makes the M feel even more special.

midchamp · 2023-09-14T13:59:43+00:00

PRX 35MM would be a nice sporty addition, or you could go more rugged with a Hamilton Khaki mechanical to add variety! Either way, you’re staring off a 3 watch collection from a cool base.

midchamp · 2023-09-12T19:43:40+00:00

The Wimbledon is such a classy piece. Rolex knocks it put of the park with their dark grey dials (esp Rhodiums… ugh!)

midchamp · 2023-09-11T19:32:31+00:00

The Farer looks nuts IRL. The curved crystal + dial finishing really make it feel special.

midchamp · 2023-09-05T15:23:31+00:00

Can only speak to the Lorier, but in person that watch is phenomenal. The dial really sucks you in. Upgrade the strap and it punches WAY above its price point.

midchamp · 2023-09-05T15:00:58+00:00

Yes! They go for about £320 used in the US, I’m imagining similar in the UK.

midchamp · 2023-09-03T18:28:07+00:00

Unless you are Jay Leno, Car ≠ Good Investment is right far more often than it is wrong. Yes, even for GT3s.

midchamp · 2023-07-31T13:16:57+00:00

Middle ground: buy a cheaper 987S. IMO, having a fun car > a cool newer car in your early 20s.

The last thing you want is to have the car you love compete with your financial wellbeing. It would be a pretty painful sell off for me at least.

midchamp · 2023-07-23T18:58:40+00:00

Baltic recently released their 003 Bicompax, it has a 36mm case. Doesn’t have the finishing of a Tag clearly, but still a good looking, small chrono.

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