Where my bike riders at? Just bought a new single speed/fixie

[1970s HeRon Flow]

Check out my guy down in Houston. You can learn everything from his YT channel.

Thanks, will check him out, YouTube started recommending me alot of GCN videos, but they are based out of the UK, their British accents are cool, make it feel like all their videos are instructional videos based off the way they talk


But now I'm looking for U.S. based videos to watch

 

[Wildin]

I'm now saving up to buy a new synapse cash towards the end of the year wen they try and get rid of this year's model

How were your hands feeling? Still having any pain?

Why you want to cop a new model?

 

[1970s HeRon Flow]

How were your hands feeling? Still having any pain?

Why you want to cop a new model?

I lowered the seat and rotated the handle bar up, I learned the bike is 1 size up from my size, also my father gave me a pair of new Specialized gel gloves, in all the pain is completely gone

I want a new Synapse cuz for one, I want one that is exactly my size, 2 I want the lifetime warranty they give you, and 3 the bike is 10+ years old, and even tho it's in a great condition, I feel maybe a newer model is better??

On that note I wanted to ask you if it actually is worth getting a new Synapse if I'm not getting at least the 105 version or better?

I was looking at my components and seeing that their synapse versions that are $1.5k and lower come with Claris and Sora components, all lower tier components then the 105, but idk of it's the same 105 components my bike has or newer version of them???

If u have a chance to look over the list of components my bike has and can telle which tier of Synapse to get that would be it's equivalent or better

Thanks

 

[Wildin]

I want a new Synapse cuz for one, I want one that is exactly my size, 2 I want the lifetime warranty they give you, and 3 the bike is 10+ years old.

Both extremely valid reasons. You can't beat a lifetime warranty. Especially on parts. You'll learn to do tune ups and shyt, the more you ride. Youtube is a huge help, and it's quicker tune shyt up then it is to take it to a shop, although some places are attentive and will help you in a pinch, there will be times they are like "Just leave it". And if you don't have a second bike handy just leaving it isn't the best option. At least for me.

On that note I wanted to ask you if it actually is worth getting a new Synapse if I'm not getting at least the 105 version or better?

If u have a chance to look over the list of components my bike has and can telle which tier of Synapse to get that would be it's equivalent or better

Thanks

I'll check it out .

 

[1970s HeRon Flow]

Both extremely valid reasons. You can't beat a lifetime warranty. Especially on parts. You'll learn to do tune ups and shyt, the more you ride. Youtube is a huge help, and it's quicker tune shyt up then it is to take it to a shop, although some places are attentive and will help you in a pinch, there will be times they are like "Just leave it". And if you don't have a second bike handy just leaving it isn't the best option. At least for me.



I'll check it out .

Yeah, in trying to learn more about basic maintenance and how much is actually needed, I see some guys say they wash their bike once a week or after every long ride, wat maintaining would u recommend?

For years I was using my dad's Specialized Hard Rock MTB and thing was a tank so I didn't even realize it needed maintenance besides me taking it to a tune up after months of inactivity

 

[Wildin]

Yeah, in trying to learn more about basic maintenance and how much is actually needed, I see some guys say they wash their bike once a week or after every long ride, wat maintaining would u recommend?

For years I was using my dad's Specialized Hard Rock MTB and thing was a tank so I didn't even realize it needed maintenance besides me taking it to a tune up after months of inactivity

Only time I've washed my bike is if it has gotten muddy.

I keep the chain well oiled.

There are going to be times when your brake levers become soft, or when you switch gears it's not smooth or while your in a gear you hear a fine clicking that if not addressed will get louder and your gears will begin slipping or not switching smoothly. It's imperative to know how to tighten or loosen screws, levers, derailluers, etc.

Especially if you do long rides there's gonna be a time where you're mid ride and you need to tighten up, or you get a flat during the ride. I don't know of any riders who don't ride without a spare tube, Unit tool, pump, and such.

There's times I don't take my phone when I ride so, just stopping and calling for a ride or worse having to walk the bike back miles isn't an option, although it's courtesy if you see a stranded bicyclists to assist, it's good to have the knowledge.

Plenty of youtube videos on adjusting brakes, adjusting the derailluers to fix shifting issues, alleviate clicking, making sure the chain is in the correct position etc.

 

[Strapped]

Does nordic track count

 

[WaveMolecules]

Love riding down the westside highway on that bike path early in the AM

5 boro bike tour is next week...first time im doing it ..Basically get to ride through the city in the streets with no traffic

I want to upgrade my bike..i got a trek fx 2 but i want to get something lighter.

doing the staten island ride tomorrow?

 

[Wildin]

On that note I wanted to ask you if it actually is worth getting a new Synapse if I'm not getting at least the 105 version or better?

I've been reading, watching reviews of the bikes and just the different parts for the synapses.

I would definitely get a bike that fits. Fitting is important. If you can utilize proper form due to whatever fit you have whether a size too big or size too small that's important. You can always adjust the seat and handlebars, but a bike that is too big or too small just will not work.

As far as the individual components. I could definitely be wrong and I won't hesitate to say I'm out of my league here, but you will have to decide what you want or don't want, like or don't like and I would definitely (just like you going to buy a new car) hit up every local bike store, chain bike store, sporting goods store and talk to those guys ask them for their professional and personal opinions. One they'll have experience riding different or multiple bikes. That's the biggest thing right there. Someone who's got miles on the old one vs the new one, the slightly heavier one vs the lighter one, the one with the Shimano groupset vs ultegra groupset.

If this is your first bike, consider it like you're first car being a BMW or low end Mercedes. You aren't starting with a used Chevy or anything. Which is cool but can also be bad cause in a way it's good to start with a beater.

I'm from the school of thought that mileage is imperative. I have no doubt that you'll continue to ride, but my boy he's a doofus. He has a super nice ass bike, but he don't ride. He might bust it out once or twice a year just so he can say "I went riding" "I'm gonna ride" "yeah I ride" he will talk price points and shyt all day but he only does that to people that aren't in the know. If he were to go to a local bike store he'd be like

Then again I know of some elitist cyclists who either ride with certain gear, groups, or just have so much experience on tires whether they ride a $8,000 bike off the shelf now or is over that and ride an older road style bike because they've been riding atleast 5000 miles a year for 20 years.

I say talk to the people in the bike stores, even different stores like a trek bike store, ask them their opinions and shyt. See what they say, take it all into consideration and make your best informed decision .

Does nordic track count

Yeah. If youre putting the time and effort into it, it counts. It's as equally a luxury to be able ride inside as it is outside. I'm fortunate to not only have a mag trainer for my bikes that I can use indoors but also have a spin bike I can ride the fukk out of.

 

[Hijo de luna]

I lowered the seat and rotated the handle bar up, I learned the bike is 1 size up from my size, also my father gave me a pair of new Specialized gel gloves, in all the pain is completely gone

I want a new Synapse cuz for one, I want one that is exactly my size, 2 I want the lifetime warranty they give you, and 3 the bike is 10+ years old, and even tho it's in a great condition, I feel maybe a newer model is better??

On that note I wanted to ask you if it actually is worth getting a new Synapse if I'm not getting at least the 105 version or better?

I was looking at my components and seeing that their synapse versions that are $1.5k and lower come with Claris and Sora components, all lower tier components then the 105, but idk of it's the same 105 components my bike has or newer version of them???

If u have a chance to look over the list of components my bike has and can telle which tier of Synapse to get that would be it's equivalent or better

Thanks

If you are buying new I wouldn't recommend buying anything less than a 105. If you ever wanted to upgrade the Claris or Sora you'd more than likely have to buy a wheelset along with the groupset. Your 9 speed is fine, unless you plan to get into group riding, then you would struggle with the limited range of the rear cog.

 

[1970s HeRon Flow]

If you are buying new I wouldn't recommend buying anything less than a 105. If you ever wanted to upgrade the Claris or Sora you'd more than likely have to buy a wheelset along with the groupset. Your 9 speed is fine, unless you plan to get into group riding, then you would struggle with the limited range of the rear cog.

Cannondale SuperSix EVO 105 5 - Women's - www.trekbicyclesuperstore.com


Wat you think of this bike it's a woman's version but that color way is hard as fukk, plus it's my size and more then 1k off retail

 

[1970s HeRon Flow]

I've been reading, watching reviews of the bikes and just the different parts for the synapses.

I would definitely get a bike that fits. Fitting is important. If you can utilize proper form due to whatever fit you have whether a size too big or size too small that's important. You can always adjust the seat and handlebars, but a bike that is too big or too small just will not work.

As far as the individual components. I could definitely be wrong and I won't hesitate to say I'm out of my league here, but you will have to decide what you want or don't want, like or don't like and I would definitely (just like you going to buy a new car) hit up every local bike store, chain bike store, sporting goods store and talk to those guys ask them for their professional and personal opinions. One they'll have experience riding different or multiple bikes. That's the biggest thing right there. Someone who's got miles on the old one vs the new one, the slightly heavier one vs the lighter one, the one with the Shimano groupset vs ultegra groupset.

If this is your first bike, consider it like you're first car being a BMW or low end Mercedes. You aren't starting with a used Chevy or anything. Which is cool but can also be bad cause in a way it's good to start with a beater.

I'm from the school of thought that mileage is imperative. I have no doubt that you'll continue to ride, but my boy he's a doofus. He has a super nice ass bike, but he don't ride. He might bust it out once or twice a year just so he can say "I went riding" "I'm gonna ride" "yeah I ride" he will talk price points and shyt all day but he only does that to people that aren't in the know. If he were to go to a local bike store he'd be like

Then again I know of some elitist cyclists who either ride with certain gear, groups, or just have so much experience on tires whether they ride a $8,000 bike off the shelf now or is over that and ride an older road style bike because they've been riding atleast 5000 miles a year for 20 years.

I say talk to the people in the bike stores, even different stores like a trek bike store, ask them their opinions and shyt. See what they say, take it all into consideration and make your best informed decision .


Yeah. If youre putting the time and effort into it, it counts. It's as equally a luxury to be able ride inside as it is outside. I'm fortunate to not only have a mag trainer for my bikes that I can use indoors but also have a spin bike I can ride the fukk out of.

Thanks I planned on going to the local bike shops that are authorized Cannondale dealers and asking them how much more they could tell me about bike in comparison to the newer models,

also the guy I bought it from had the warranty card in the saddle bag wen I bought it, I went online and registered it and it allowed me to

Wanted to see of they could look it up and see if it was legit

 

[Hijo de luna]

Cannondale SuperSix EVO 105 5 - Women's - www.trekbicyclesuperstore.com


Wat you think of this bike it's a woman's version but that color way is hard as fukk, plus it's my size and more then 1k off retail

That's a steal if it fits you

 

[Wildin]

Thanks I planned on going to the local bike shops that are authorized Cannondale dealers and asking them how much more they could tell me about bike in comparison to the newer models,

also the guy I bought it from had the warranty card in the saddle bag wen I bought it, I went online and registered it and it allowed me to

Wanted to see of they could look it up and see if it was legit

I would check all local bike stores regardless of Cannondale authorization. A cat may work for trek because they got offered the job but exclusively ride Cannondale. The dude at dikks sporting goods may ride Cannondale. Talk to different people and get their professional and personal opinions.

 

[Wildin]

@DA_LURKA

check this thread breh, any questions you have we got you.