Recent content by bgross

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    Official Cervélo Thread

    I don't know if it applies in the case of Cervelo, but... It seems like some companies offer a 'lifetime' warrantee which isn't so much of a statement about the durability of their product as it is reinforcement for the wishful thinking of the customer, i.e. a 'hook' used to make the sale...
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    Best shop thread

    Ditto. I live about a mile from the San Clemente location. I've been dealing with Paul & crew for 30+ years (even before it was Cyclewerks) and have always found them to be friendly, knowledgeable, and accommodating. I've bought bikes, had service done, wheels built, and bought the odd part.
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    Do you wear a helmet?

    There are plenty of decent helmets in the $30-$50 range -- and they work. Maybe not at the top of the fashion pyramid, but who cares?! My son had a low speed fall which nearly took his life. In a coma for two weeks, long recovery, lingering deficits. A preventable injury which has limited a...
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    Bike Frame Size Question

    When you say that you are uncomfortable on the bike, do you mean the overall fit (saddle to pedals, reach to bars, etc.) or simply that you're nervous about the small clearance in stand over height? Have you had a chance to really ride the bike, start & stop, dismount, etc? It's possible to...