Recent content by SlowMoe73

I don't usually respond on the forum because I don't feel qualified. However, I purchased Vuelta Carbon Corsa 50mm clinchers for $650 about a month ago. They now have 1200km and are still true, even though I have hit a couple of bumps harder than I would have liked. They seem to be laterally...

Any opinions out there or personal experiences with Vuelta wheelsets? I've only been able to find one review of these particular wheels (http://reviews.roadbikereview.com/blog/vuelta-corsa-carbon-50-clincher-wheelset-pro-review/). And I'm looking at buying a set.

Three weeks later now, and as I reread the post I see that I poorly worded my question so I'll give another shot. I was wondering how a carbon braking surface compares to an aluminum braking surface. In terms of braking surface, is the life of a carbon wheel comparable to the life of metal...

First off, I'm a long time lurker, first time responder on this forum. It's probably something you already checked but buy all new batteries for the computer and the sensors. My hr monitors and computers are subject to more interference when batteries are low.

I have a set of Rolf Vector Comps that I've used for 11 or 12 years, and in the last year I've had a little concern that I'm at the end of their life. These wheels have been great! NEVER once have I had to true them or replace a spoke. Only once have I taken them to the shop for work, and...

Thanks for the responses guys! Fergnago - I did change my seat height about a month ago, but the issue I wrote about started before the change and has continued afterward. And I'll look into the compression clothing. BroDeal - are you volunteering to convince my wife that I need to ride...

Am I to assume that by the glances and no responses that its a normal result of training?

Hi all! I have thoroughly enjoyed CyclingNews.com since getting back into cycling more seriously 5 years ago. So first of all, thanks for all the great articles and advice in the past through the letters section. The reason I'm writing is to ask an opinion about my cycling. I'm 36 years old...