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Weather looks positively chipper for weekend, timely as I'm doing this:

https://www.the-rawlinson-bracket.co.uk

First event of 2019. Strava says I'm neither fit not fresh, but **** it - I just wanna get out into the open air and get some miles in the legs.

Treated myself to a Castelli Transparente 4 (snagged for £75) - it's like a Gabba, but for Spring time (10c to 18c).

What you ladies up to the weekend? :)
 

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Friend of mine is doing the above sportif also.

I’m wondering if I should glue a new front tyre on my tubulars.

I have a CX Evo3 that’s pretty knackered, and a conti giro I think I’ll stick on. I’ll have two so-so new tyres glued up then which I’ll use through the spring then maybe put something lighter/faster on in June/July.

Might enter a Saturday TT first weekend in March, have to decide today. Firstly I have to fit a 60cm frame in a Fiat 500, and secondly the forecast is a bit mixed. Not a course I have ridden before either and no time to scope it out!
 

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Berger said:
Friend of mine is doing the above sportif also.

I’m wondering if I should glue a new front tyre on my tubulars.

I have a CX Evo3 that’s pretty knackered, and a conti giro I think I’ll stick on. I’ll have two so-so new tyres glued up then which I’ll use through the spring then maybe put something lighter/faster on in June/July.

Might enter a Saturday TT first weekend in March, have to decide today. Firstly I have to fit a 60cm frame in a Fiat 500, and secondly the forecast is a bit mixed. Not a course I have ridden before either and no time to scope it out!
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Whipped the tyre off, glue had dried in a few places, I think probably got air/water in over the past few years so it’s for the best.

Got my Conti Giro stretching now and will get gluing tomorrow, I have one tube which might be enough, usually get 3-4 coats per tube, it’s a little patchy but I’ll probably just clean it up and glue over the top.
 
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merlin said:
Weather looks positively chipper for weekend, timely as I'm doing this:

https://www.the-rawlinson-bracket.co.uk

First event of 2019. Strava says I'm neither fit not fresh, but **** it - I just wanna get out into the open air and get some miles in the legs.

Treated myself to a Castelli Transparente 4 (snagged for £75) - it's like a Gabba, but for Spring time (10c to 18c).

What you ladies up to the weekend? :)
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Jonny ///M said:
Loving this mild weather :cool:

Smashing it up at the loops tonight.

Had to be done, a guy crashed on the first lap so I thought **** this on a drag and 20 became 7 which was much, much safer.


https://strava.app.link/nKNay4ZavU
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Hasn't been warmer than -7C since last weekend and currently snowing. Haven't ridden since Sunday :(
 

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So after losing a shed load of weight I am now at a size I will maintain
From 18 1/2st to 13st 2 which is nearly a stone past my target. Just couldn’t stop till I looked slim in the mirror.
Treated myself to a set of Rapha core bibs( XXL were too large so waiting for replacements)
Any off the beaten track shops you guys buy from online barring the obvious wiggle/crc/rapha etc
May need a couple of jerseys still.

The good news is I’m out on the roads tomorrow. First one this year.
Zwift has become an addiction I need to break now the weather is nice
 

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My Ultegra Di2 RD cage exploded whilst out on a ride today. The main unit and hanger are fine - does anyone know if it’s possible to just buy the replacement cage parts?
 
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Yep should be exactly the same as the normal ultegra one! Might be worth looking at replacement oversized cage as probably won’t pay too much more for a Chinese one!
 

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Jobe said:
So after losing a shed load of weight I am now at a size I will maintain
From 18 1/2st to 13st 2 which is nearly a stone past my target. Just couldn’t stop till I looked slim in the mirror.
Treated myself to a set of Rapha core bibs( XXL were too large so waiting for replacements)
Any off the beaten track shops you guys buy from online barring the obvious wiggle/crc/rapha etc
May need a couple of jerseys still.

The good news is I’m out on the roads tomorrow. First one this year.
Zwift has become an addiction I need to break now the weather is nice
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https://ebay.co.uk/usr/treasure4u-2sell is good for cheap Rapha gear.
 

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Rode the TT for the first time in about three months. Used some muscles that I haven’t in a while! Got a ride in on that new front tyre, the weather is mixed for next weekend so brand new tyre in the damp a bit of a receipe for disaster.

Might throw it on the trainer and ride it at least twice this week so I have half a chance of feeling happy with my performance! I’d like to do maybe 280w for a 10 at this point in the year (ie no riding!).

The Conti Giro I glued up, the quality seemed a little bit better than the Vittorias I have used in the past (Rally & CX Evo). Removable valve core, there wasn’t too much extra material around the valve hole & no extra stuff (latex?) on the base tape that Vittorias come with.

I realise it’s not a premium tyre, but if it’s reasonbly grippy and doesn’t cut up really quick then that’s good for now!
 

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Hi guys, selling my roadie and looking for an idea on how to price it, it's a Pinarello FP1 Compact, 2008 model. Alloy frame, carbon forks and rear triangle/seat stays. Tiagra/Pinarello MoST groupset, Ultegra SPD-SL pedals and Ultegra brake calipers. Specialized Alias saddle. Excellent condition, couple of tiny paint chips.

What could I expect to get for it?

Ta.
 

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merlin said:
What you ladies up to the weekend? :)
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Staring/stared at Zwift trying to ignore all the glorious pictures on Strava. ;)

Berger said:
Firstly I have to fit a 60cm frame in a Fiat 500
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Pics or it didn't happen! :D

pumaz said:
No lol, just like the kit!
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As mentioned you won't be able to get RCC without being a member. Some of the Core range are similar colours and plain stripe-less designs. Failing that pickup RCC kit on the 'bay etc where they don't care if you're a member or not...

6thElement said:
Hasn't been warmer than -7C since last weekend and currently snowing. Haven't ridden since Sunday :(
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Damn, thought you where NY not Canada!? :D

Jobe said:
So after losing a shed load of weight I am now at a size I will maintain
From 18 1/2st to 13st 2 which is nearly a stone past my target. Just couldn’t stop till I looked slim in the mirror.
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That is huge. Congratulations! Well done and keep up the good work! Now is the time to enjoy your new shape (+wardrobe!)

Shamrock said:
Looks like everyone got out today judging by Strava!
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Yup. Except me. Not many chances to ride, nearly did but ill again so figured a base session on Zwift was the way to go. Coughed up my lungs a couple of times doing sprints and got a Watopia KOM PR I'm quite chuffed with so was actually going better/harder than expected/planned. Enjoyable social one!

EDIT: Rotor 13 speed.
 
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Roady said:
Yup. Except me. Not many chances to ride, nearly did but ill again so figured a base session on Zwift was the way to go. Coughed up my lungs a couple of times doing sprints and got a Watopia KOM PR I'm quite chuffed with so was actually going better/harder than expected/planned. Enjoyable social one!
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No cycling for me with visiting Mrs Chris's parents. Got two runs in though, with a 7 miler including Parkrun on Saturday. Legs are reminding me I haven't run that recently though!
 
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