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08-22-2017, 07:32 PM
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There's only one or two that were really not within the fit range - the rest could have worked, but weren't just right for one reason or another. One lesson I did learn, or at least am trying to, is don't get OCD about everything matching as far as finishing kit, group, etc. until you know if you're keeping it long term. Not that big of a deal, but did add hassle and expense.
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08-22-2017, 07:41 PM
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Man, that's awful. We are super fragile and all headed to the same place eventually - in the meantime, let's have fun, be our best selves, and take good care of eachother..
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08-22-2017, 07:53 PM
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Enjoy the hobby in any way you chose. I think we all have one of the healthiest obsessions around. Funny to think of how different sports allow for different buying standards. I'm a lifelong ice hockey goalie. We are weird about equipment that we like and fits us. I once had a tailor sew extensions on my chest arms combo when I outgrew them in high school because I thought new ones would make me a sieve. Sent from my LGLS992 using Tapatalk
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08-22-2017, 08:15 PM
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 I think I only went through about a bakers dozen in the past year. Thanks for making my excessive and impulsive bike buying look a bit tame, but it is a fun and great hobby compared to lots of other things out there. Up until a few weeks ago I had an excessive amount of time and filled it with bike building, buying and riding. I've had the opportunity to own and ride many dream bikes and I am glad I did! Quote:
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08-22-2017, 09:42 PM
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Man I know how you feel. Been there too many times. My luck is, that I have a stack of frames that fit me well, and I ride them on top of being able to ride off the peg 60-63 cm frames..
I've only ever bought 2 that I can think of that didn't fit like I'd hoped (or I didnt know any better upon purchasing). One was my first road frame, second I'm gonna try to sell off to a buddy before too long. I've got a third that is just a touch too small, but I still enjoy the way it rides (and its super cool) and have a friend that will buy it if I ever sell. You had at least two that I'd have bought, had timing been different, but they are in good places now. Glad you got back on some that fit well and have been able to share your experiences with us all here.
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08-22-2017, 10:03 PM
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Wow....that's an aggressive list of activity for a year. Heck, I've been through less bikes in 10yrs and I tend to swap out more than most.
Do you really know what your fit measurements are? Looking at your rationale for selling I'd say no. I keep a spreadsheet of my fit dimensions and the specs on every bike I've ever owned. That way when I get the jones to try something new, I can compare it to previous bikes and contrast against why I didn't like that fit. Without that you're just guessing, which sounds like is the case if you're bouncing between 62-58 across so many brands. Was it Simon or Garfunkel who said it best? "Slow down, you move to fast....you've got to make the feeling last"
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08-22-2017, 10:59 PM
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Alright, if I parse this a little further, here's how they broke down:
For wifey: 1 For the parts (intentional re-sale: 4 Returned: 3 Didn't really ride: 5 Rode a few times: 10 Significant miles: 5 Pending: 3 It's not so crazy when you break it down. But I do wish I'd gone slower on some of these. That's a lesson learned - though going slower on one of them may have meant missing another - can't go back and see what would have been by just changing one variable. I do have most of the sizing details of the ones I rode a few times and decided weren't for me (but sizing wasn't the only factor); and the ones I've put significant miles on I have all the data. The sizes I listed were nominal, not normalized to account for measuring differences and STA/HTA variation. I still don't really understand stack and reach.. At this point though, I do know that in a traditional road setup (STA/HTA 73ish) I need a 58-58.5TT and 110-120mm stem off a 15-20mm setback post and with 8-10cm drop. That's my comfortable road position for 20-75mi rides over mixed terrain. What I'm still fuzzy on is what geometry would work best for me for 100+mi rides; and I don't know where I should be for MTB (fireroad/light-XC) or cross - still have more experimenting to do there. Which means I have a bit more work to do before I have that custom built. Maybe I'll rent something for a weekend..  I also learned a lot about groups. Namely, not a big fan of SRAM even though it worked pretty flawlessly for me - just never liked the feel. I like the shifting of Campy 10 the best, but the hoods don't fit my giant hands that well. I probably like Campy 11 SR/Record the best, but ultimately had an easier time piecing matching stuff together with newer DA/Ult bits - and it just works. Once I settle on the 2-3 frames I'm keeping long term though, I could see them getting Campy. Seems like that may be the winter project. And I love Deda stuff - M35 bars are my jam - with 3T Ergonova and Thomson bars a close second. Still working on my optimal saddle - could be the Toupe/Power, but I'm not 100% sold and may need to try some more SMPs. Pedals - Dura Ace, with Time in second place. And wheels/tires - have enjoyed the HED C2/Belgium+ variants with Veloflex and latex, the tubular adventure is just starting. The big kicker - I think I'm finally accepting a 36T may be the best for me  Best part of it all? Finding this place. You all are great. I've learned a ton and really enjoy the camaraderie here...
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08-22-2017, 11:23 PM
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08-22-2017, 11:36 PM
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 Ps. I still ride the Kirk--still my only road bike for now. It has delta brakes on it now and I rode it off road on a dirt path with a bunch of dudes on rivendells over the weekend haha.
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08-23-2017, 08:32 AM
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08-23-2017, 10:51 AM
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Clean, you remind me of me but with bikes instead of Snare Drums. My collection got up to 10 when I took a step back and reassessed the situation. I certainly didn't need that many for the music I was playing. Of course I miss some of them now that I don't have them anymore. A few have really gone up in value based on what I see on auctions and facebook groups. I've managed to keep it at a chaotic minimum of 3 now.
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08-23-2017, 11:26 AM
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anyway, Clean39T, sounds like you're having fun with it. a little too much fun, but no worse for the wear because of it. learning a lot about your fit and bike likes/dislikes, at least. and hopefully you're enjoying riding all the more because of it. me, I'm happy to be down to what I consider to be five "necessary" bikes: two cross bikes, one MTB, and winter and summer road bikes (i.e. fenders vs fast). I've bought and sold five frames in the past year though. and at one point I was trying to justify owning eight completes and having a few frames hanging. happy to have scaled back. for now...
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