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  1. ratz

    Seeking advice for new V20c rider

    The bigger boys and girls or those of us that grow into the weight class use 11-36T and clever adapters to avoid buying new components. beyond the cassette.
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    Nuvinci N360 and Patterson-Metropolis CVT

    The 15T and down void the N360 Warranty because you can put enough torque on it to crush the tilting plates the balls roll on internally. That said I did it on a trike just fine. It’s just a standard cog from a single speed bike.
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    What kind of speed can you average on a Q45?

    That's pretty straightforward forward I did a ton of that research for my T50 builds If you want bomb-proof and fast enough; Then it's the Marathon Modial DD. It's fast on the road and fast on the gravel and dam near indestructible, goat heads might be a issue but only if you hit one at speed...
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    V20c Build Diary 2023 edition.

    After a 10 day wait time to see that's in these big boxes.... The packaging was great; everything was individually wrapped. It took about 20 minutes to unbox I recognize many parts; friends from the past and others entirely new to me. Initial thoughts: 1. Oh my, the boom and fork parts...
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    V20c Build Diary 2023 edition.

    Create a User account on the forum to see the hires version of the photos Ok the time has come to do it yet again. All the parts have rolled in minus two.. I am going to build a Qty 2 V20cs with detailed photo documentation over the next Month. Disclaimer: A new disclaimer this time; I don't...
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    I never look back, darling. It distracts from the now, A V20c design journal

    Opps that's suppose to be a 50T; the rotor is cool because you can order any size and it's the same price. Fixed screen shot and spreadsheet attached. I felt pretty good with the results; a Trek Madone is a great reference bike because you can configure it to be all three of these roles and...
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    I never look back, darling. It distracts from the now, A V20c design journal

    Ok The Prilimnary BOM is done. Some fine tweaking to do yet. 5 Designs; all based on the 1x12 design and one 2x12. All Designs are digital shifting I'm sure I'm missing something...... Excel file attached. The Climber: The All Arounder: The TT'er: The Value 1x12: The Value 2x12:
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    Seeking advice for new V20c rider

    Yeah that's a wtf moment. I think it was because there was a camera.
  9. ratz

    Gearing

    Assuming 28mm tires What you have. What you'd get with option 1.... With option 1 You could go down to a 32 and not loose any original top end and get down to 19.7
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    Gearing

    Option 1 - chain out the cassette to this: https://www.ethirteen.com/collections/all-cassettes/products/helix-r-11-speed-cassette?variant=32904445526119 wheel would have to be converted at XD or XDR which can be done for most wheels for cheap; then you could put a smaller front ring on and keep...
  11. ratz

    Gearing

    What's the capacity of your rear Derailleur? If you don't know just post the model or a picture of it. I'm thinking that a wolf-tooth goat or road link adapter and a e-thirteen wide trade cassette would get you the gearing you want both high and low.
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    Seeking advice for new V20c rider

    Climbing is definitely about the mental part, followed by conditioning. Watch the first part of this video when the pros are climbing. Listen to how often they shift and how they treat it as a steady-state effort. It's very educational.
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    What kind of speed can you average on a Q45?

    Mostly depends on the tires on the bike, I have taken a Q20 to The tour de tonka in MN and ridden it in a pace lane doing 20mph for an hour no problem. But it was configured to do that. And it really messed with roadies' minds If you want to build up to 14-15mph I would suggest getting a heart...
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    Custom Reynolds Strike+Assault wheel-set for S/V-Series $400 - Sold

    You mean like the 22speed Cannondale carbon frame with carbon wheels and Force AXS wireless shift that will probably never get ridden if someone learns to ride a V20c... yeah nope nothing in the garage at all ;)
  15. ratz

    2023 Race the Lake, any other Cruzbike owners going?

    Wisconsin. You ride around Lake Winnebago. It's pancake flat until the state park which they call High Cliff but should really be call steep hill. These are my old stomping grounds Grandma lived at the top of the so called cliff, so if you want the insider info just ask.
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    Drill Venting Holes in the Carbon Soles of you Shoes?

    Biking shoes are narrow; usually too narrow. Keep the toe box area as loose as possible. You heal need to be snug not your toes. Then see Dan's post.
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    Custom Reynolds Strike+Assault wheel-set for S/V-Series $400 - Sold

    Ok that was fast... two wheels sets sold
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    Custom Reynolds Strike+Assault wheel-set for S/V-Series $400 - Sold

    I have a set of 41mm's x 61mm on Ebay I can pull down; they are the reverse orientation aka not CB compatible, but per a side conversation Tuloose would be happy with Dual 41's. So that would provide dual 61mms for someone else. Same price same deal. Just more areo. So if you are serious let me...
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    Custom Reynolds Strike+Assault wheel-set for S/V-Series $400 - Sold

    Ok, after having to shuffle the bike plan with the Silvio 2.0 staying here for good, I now have a set of custom carbon wheels available that need a new home and make your bike ride better than good wheels. Package Qty 1 - Reynolds Strike SLG Carbon Clincher Rim Brake: 20 Spoke, 62mm Deep. 25mm...
  20. ratz

    Wondering about the fastest, while wide-range, drivetrain

    LOL if you ever meet David in person; it will make so much more sense. We love you David you do you. :)
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