n_maher Posted May 23, 2014 Report Share Posted May 23, 2014 Yeah, ~$260 for the 800 bundle would have been fantastic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VPI Posted May 23, 2014 Report Share Posted May 23, 2014 The 1000 does look nice but I have been fighting so much with my Garmin gear lately, (stripped out the tiny screws on my HR monitor strap, batteries dead on everything I pick up, Garmin in the car keeps taking me off highways only to tell me to get right back on at the next entrance or directs me to take surface streets right next to an empty highway for miles and miles) that I will definitely wait a bit. I am looking for a less racer helmet to wear for the commute. I kind of like the looks of the POC Octal that Garmin Sharp uses but I have read they do not work well with sunglasses. Anyone have recommendations for a less-spaceship looking helmet than my S-Works Prevails? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
n_maher Posted May 23, 2014 Report Share Posted May 23, 2014 I figure I'm pretty much doomed to look like a goofy bastard in a helmet so why worry. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VPI Posted May 23, 2014 Report Share Posted May 23, 2014 Maybe you can try something like this With one of its numerous accessories Then you certainly wouldn't look goofy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mister X Posted May 23, 2014 Report Share Posted May 23, 2014 I have nothing as far as a helmet is concerned but these work pretty good if you want to turn a pair of Chuck Taylors into cycling shoes. http://www.retrofitz.com/index.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nikongod Posted May 23, 2014 Report Share Posted May 23, 2014 I like that the POC helmet has the outer shell wrapped around the bottom of the helmet. Such a nice feature for anything BUT a "weight is the only object" helmet. It should really help prevent the bottom edge of the helmet from getting those stupid dents all the time. Have you looked at the Smith Forefront? http://www.smithoptics.com/forefront Should hopefully have better sunglass compatibility, although I have not seen one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VPI Posted May 24, 2014 Report Share Posted May 24, 2014 Got the Calfee all cleaned and prepped for a ride tomorrow. Any of the locals riding tomorrow? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justin Posted May 24, 2014 Report Share Posted May 24, 2014 I am not "local" but would ride this weekend Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dreadhead Posted May 24, 2014 Report Share Posted May 24, 2014 We are down at the lake for 4 days or I would join in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VPI Posted May 24, 2014 Report Share Posted May 24, 2014 What/where are you thinking Justin? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justin Posted May 24, 2014 Report Share Posted May 24, 2014 dont know, but i would do something Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VPI Posted May 24, 2014 Report Share Posted May 24, 2014 I am around all weekend. I know Ben said he is doing some crazy long ride tomorrow that I would need a car for but he might be interested in something today or Monday if it happens. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nebby Posted May 24, 2014 Report Share Posted May 24, 2014 Yup, today or Monday would work for me, just let me know what you guys decide Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dreadhead Posted May 24, 2014 Report Share Posted May 24, 2014 (edited) Justin come to the lake and ride with me a whole lot closer. Anyone else is welcome too. Edited May 24, 2014 by Dreadhead 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VPI Posted May 24, 2014 Report Share Posted May 24, 2014 I might be up for a drive down there. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grawk Posted May 24, 2014 Report Share Posted May 24, 2014 Pix for Brent 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dreadhead Posted May 24, 2014 Report Share Posted May 24, 2014 Jeff you are welcome. I would recommend tomorrow morning traffic wise. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VPI Posted May 24, 2014 Report Share Posted May 24, 2014 Turns out the Spot weighs in at 27 pounds 11 oz with rack, lights and fenders on. With the crazy Kryptonite locks and bag I would guess it goes up to around 127 lbs. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nebby Posted May 24, 2014 Report Share Posted May 24, 2014 Nate, weren't you looking for a garmin 800? http://forums.thepaceline.net/showthread.php?t=149114 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raffy Posted May 24, 2014 Report Share Posted May 24, 2014 With the crazy Kryptonite locks and bag I would guess it goes up to around 127 lbs. Is this serious Jeff or funny Jeff talking? Got out at 645 this morning to make a beach trip with my family but it was so humid that I was soaked within 30 mins of leaving my place Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
n_maher Posted May 24, 2014 Report Share Posted May 24, 2014 Nate, weren't you looking for a garmin 800? http://forums.thepaceline.net/showthread.php?t=149114 Yes, but that doesn't seem like much of a deal compared to brand new here - http://www.amazon.com/Garmin-Edge-GPS-Enabled-Cycling-Computer/dp/B0041O5X8A/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1400953093&sr=8-1&keywords=garmin+800 Nice ride, Raf. I'd love to get out for 40 or so this weekend if weather permits it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nebby Posted May 24, 2014 Report Share Posted May 24, 2014 Yes, but that doesn't seem like much of a deal compared to brand new here - http://www.amazon.com/Garmin-Edge-GPS-Enabled-Cycling-Computer/dp/B0041O5X8A/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1400953093&sr=8-1&keywords=garmin+800 Nice ride, Raf. I'd love to get out for 40 or so this weekend if weather permits it. True, but he does say OBO...not that the starting price is promising though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CD44hi Posted May 25, 2014 Report Share Posted May 25, 2014 Justin come to the lake and ride with me a whole lot closer. Anyone else is welcome too. I'd love to come down to the lake ride, but alas, this weekend is not good. Keeep me in the loop for future dates I did the usual Beach Dr. loop today. Nice weather. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augsburger Posted May 25, 2014 Report Share Posted May 25, 2014 For all you guys with heart monitors, on a typical ride what is your max heart rate? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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