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 2017-08-30 3:48 PM in reply to: cdban66 |
Master  7712     Orlando |  Subject: RE: Manatee Mayhem Part Deux - 2017 EditionOriginally posted by cdban66 I've been having a short discussion with Janyne on tri-bikes and it got me to thinking. It seems like this particular piece of equipment can cause headaches (or stomach aches) for some that are purchasing, due to $$$, availability, specialization, and any other number of reasons. So, if you had the opportunity to go through the purchase process for your current bike(s), how would you do it? I have a 12+ yr old roadie that is next up for replacement and I have begun thinking through a few things:
My last 2 purchases were from my LBS and they seem to be treating me right. The size of my town kind of dictates this one shop scenario, and the only other options are not nearly as viable, due to other factors such as service, price, proximity, etc. I got my current tri bike- a 2012 P2 when Cervelo had its share the road promotion. Basically, you and a friend buy a bike together and both get $1k off the purchase price. It was a great deal except that most of the LBS would not participate! Only 1 in the Orlando area would, but it required the purchase of at least a p4 level bike. I had no one I knew who wanted a bike at that time, so through slow twitch I met a guy from the area who wanted to participate. Only issue was he was in Australia for a time! From there he found a store in Clearwater - about 1.5 hours from my house, that would sell us P2s using the promotion. He sent me $ via PayPal - I wrote a contract for us, and I bought the bikes. He then had a friend pick up his bike. It was quite the process. I assume you'd like something less complicated i didn't get fit before the purchase which is not something I recommend. It worked out ok, but it is not an ideal fit. So, for my next bike I will know which bike will be a good fit and go from there. I'm lucky that there are many bike shops in the area and they carry a wide variety of brands. one thing I will also do when/ if I get a a better road bike is try to find a used bike. I know of a few people who have really scored great deals that way as people buy high end bikes and then decide it isn't for them or have some life change like divorce and just want to get rid of their bike.
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| 2017-08-30 5:06 PM in reply to: cdban66 |
Veteran 2441 Western Australia | Subject: RE: Manatee Mayhem Part Deux - 2017 Edition Originally posted by cdban66 Chris you forgot colour!!! I've been having a short discussion with Janyne on tri-bikes and it got me to thinking. It seems like this particular piece of equipment can cause headaches (or stomach aches) for some that are purchasing, due to $$$, availability, specialization, and any other number of reasons. So, if you had the opportunity to go through the purchase process for your current bike(s), how would you do it? I have a 12+ yr old roadie that is next up for replacement and I have begun thinking through a few things:
My last 2 purchases were from my LBS and they seem to be treating me right. The size of my town kind of dictates this one shop scenario, and the only other options are not nearly as viable, due to other factors such as service, price, proximity, etc. For me going local was important because I'm always going to need someone else to service my bike for me (if he ever gets ridden again). We have many bike stores in a very easy drive from my work so I did a little experiment and went and "kicked some tyres". There were some stores that hardly acknowledged my existence. The one I purchased from actually wanted my business. They took the time to find out what I thought I was looking for, asked about how I ride, talked me through a number of options, got a bike in for me to test with no obligation for me to buy (the colour was better) and then let me laybuy at sale price. So I guess for me my list went something like this: Local Customer service Comfort Price Colour Componentry |
| 2017-08-30 6:42 PM in reply to: StaceyK |
| Pennsylvania | Subject: RE: Manatee Mayhem Part Deux - 2017 Edition Sorry to interrupt the bike buying discussion because bike buying/shopping is WAY more fun than my question! For those that do videos/video editing, what is your favorite software for the task? I have an older version of Windows Live Movie Maker that is no longer supported nor updateable and I can't save an edited snippet of my wheel fiasco from the other week. It allows me to make it, view it, etc. but not save it, grrrrr. |
| 2017-08-30 7:04 PM in reply to: 0 |
Master 6834 Englewood, Florida | Subject: RE: Manatee Mayhem Part Deux - 2017 Edition I use something named videopad editor (?) and the GoPro client on my laptop. I will double check the name when I get to the laptop. http://www.nchsoftware.com/videopad/index.html There is a free one available for home use, I think I did end up buying the pro version since I wanted some of the additional features. The free one worked great though. Edited by cdban66 2017-08-30 7:33 PM |
| 2017-08-30 9:12 PM in reply to: cdban66 |
Expert 2811 | Subject: RE: Manatee Mayhem Part Deux - 2017 Edition Originally posted by cdban66 I've been having a short discussion with Janyne on tri-bikes and it got me to thinking. It seems like this particular piece of equipment can cause headaches (or stomach aches) for some that are purchasing, due to $$$, availability, specialization, and any other number of reasons. So, if you had the opportunity to go through the purchase process for your current bike(s), how would you do it? I have a 12+ yr old roadie that is next up for replacement and I have begun thinking through a few things:
My last 2 purchases were from my LBS and they seem to be treating me right. The size of my town kind of dictates this one shop scenario, and the only other options are not nearly as viable, due to other factors such as service, price, proximity, etc. I bought both of my tri bikes off of EBay, because I'm cheap and the LBS is 1.5 hours away. |
| 2017-08-30 9:37 PM in reply to: cdban66 |
| Master 10208 Northern IL | Subject: RE: Manatee Mayhem Part Deux - 2017 Edition Originally posted by cdban66 I've been having a short discussion with Janyne on tri-bikes and it got me to thinking. It seems like this particular piece of equipment can cause headaches (or stomach aches) for some that are purchasing, due to $$$, availability, specialization, and any other number of reasons. So, if you had the opportunity to go through the purchase process for your current bike(s), how would you do it? I have a 12+ yr old roadie that is next up for replacement and I have begun thinking through a few things:
My last 2 purchases were from my LBS and they seem to be treating me right. The size of my town kind of dictates this one shop scenario, and the only other options are not nearly as viable, due to other factors such as service, price, proximity, etc. Fit & performance. Comfort falls into fit, but to me the term limits more to avoiding bad feelings. I would also put in fast, good control, and strong power output. Performance isn't just fast straight ahead, but considering what the bike is intended to be used for. A tri bike would certainly emphasize that, but a road would also add in some more handling to some degree. Going further onto rougher surfaces adds in tire clearance, shock absorption (not necessarily a shock), and possibly repositioning as straight ahead might not be as high of a priority. From there I can get a better picture on some other details as the options that work towards that goal become more obvious. It may not be down to one choice, but certainly fewer than before. |
| 2017-08-31 7:53 AM in reply to: cdban66 |
| Pennsylvania | Subject: RE: Manatee Mayhem Part Deux - 2017 Edition Originally posted by cdban66 I use something named videopad editor (?) and the GoPro client on my laptop. I will double check the name when I get to the laptop. http://www.nchsoftware.com/videopad/index.html There is a free one available for home use, I think I did end up buying the pro version since I wanted some of the additional features. The free one worked great though. Thanks, I'll check it out! |
| 2017-08-31 10:01 AM in reply to: cdban66 |
Member 2098 Simsbury, Connecticut | Subject: RE: Manatee Mayhem Part Deux - 2017 Edition Originally posted by cdban66 I've been having a short discussion with Janyne on tri-bikes and it got me to thinking. It seems like this particular piece of equipment can cause headaches (or stomach aches) for some that are purchasing, due to $$$, availability, specialization, and any other number of reasons. So, if you had the opportunity to go through the purchase process for your current bike(s), how would you do it? I have a 12+ yr old roadie that is next up for replacement and I have begun thinking through a few things:
My last 2 purchases were from my LBS and they seem to be treating me right. The size of my town kind of dictates this one shop scenario, and the only other options are not nearly as viable, due to other factors such as service, price, proximity, etc. FIT FIRST beyond that, budget and availability. Maintenance can be done anywhere (although not for free  ) and with youtube, you can do lots yourself (and no, I generally don't LOL) None of those brands excite me for tri bikes - but to each his own. If it fits, go for it. If not, maybe see if there is another brand that they can get. IE: Specialzed and Trek will ONLY sell to their dealers but some other brands will sell to any dealer. |
| 2017-08-31 10:17 AM in reply to: cdban66 |
Master 9705 Raleigh, NC area | Subject: RE: Manatee Mayhem Part Deux - 2017 Edition Originally posted by cdban66 I've been having a short discussion with Janyne on tri-bikes and it got me to thinking. It seems like this particular piece of equipment can cause headaches (or stomach aches) for some that are purchasing, due to $$$, availability, specialization, and any other number of reasons. So, if you had the opportunity to go through the purchase process for your current bike(s), how would you do it? I have a 12+ yr old roadie that is next up for replacement and I have begun thinking through a few things:
My last 2 purchases were from my LBS and they seem to be treating me right. The size of my town kind of dictates this one shop scenario, and the only other options are not nearly as viable, due to other factors such as service, price, proximity, etc.
That being said, I have found two bikes that I am interested in test riding. Argon 18 E117 and a Cervelo P2. I think that will be a good start. I have a few other options in mind if neither of these work out. |
| 2017-08-31 10:28 AM in reply to: jmkizer |
Master 7712 Orlando | Subject: RE: Manatee Mayhem Part Deux - 2017 Edition Originally posted by jmkizer Originally posted by cdban66 I've been having a short discussion with Janyne on tri-bikes and it got me to thinking. It seems like this particular piece of equipment can cause headaches (or stomach aches) for some that are purchasing, due to $$$, availability, specialization, and any other number of reasons. So, if you had the opportunity to go through the purchase process for your current bike(s), how would you do it? I have a 12+ yr old roadie that is next up for replacement and I have begun thinking through a few things:
My last 2 purchases were from my LBS and they seem to be treating me right. The size of my town kind of dictates this one shop scenario, and the only other options are not nearly as viable, due to other factors such as service, price, proximity, etc.
That being said, I have found two bikes that I am interested in test riding. Argon 18 E117 and a Cervelo P2. I think that will be a good start. I have a few other options in mind if neither of these work out. 2 women who were part of a ride I dd a couple of weeks ago were on Argon bikes. I had never heard of them before. They look like really nice bikes. |
| 2017-08-31 12:43 PM in reply to: amd723 |
Master 9705 Raleigh, NC area | Subject: RE: Manatee Mayhem Part Deux - 2017 Edition Originally posted by amd723 Originally posted by jmkizer Originally posted by cdban66 I've been having a short discussion with Janyne on tri-bikes and it got me to thinking. It seems like this particular piece of equipment can cause headaches (or stomach aches) for some that are purchasing, due to $$$, availability, specialization, and any other number of reasons. So, if you had the opportunity to go through the purchase process for your current bike(s), how would you do it? I have a 12+ yr old roadie that is next up for replacement and I have begun thinking through a few things:
My last 2 purchases were from my LBS and they seem to be treating me right. The size of my town kind of dictates this one shop scenario, and the only other options are not nearly as viable, due to other factors such as service, price, proximity, etc.
That being said, I have found two bikes that I am interested in test riding. Argon 18 E117 and a Cervelo P2. I think that will be a good start. I have a few other options in mind if neither of these work out. 2 women who were part of a ride I dd a couple of weeks ago were on Argon bikes. I had never heard of them before. They look like really nice bikes. I thought one of my old riding friends had replaced his Trek with an Argon and I messaged him about it. Yes, he has one. I said that I was looking at their tri bike and he said, "Oh, I have an Argon TT bike as well." I said, well, that answers my next question which was would you buy another one! |
| 2017-08-31 1:46 PM in reply to: jmkizer |
Member 2098 Simsbury, Connecticut | Subject: RE: Manatee Mayhem Part Deux - 2017 Edition Originally posted by jmkizer Originally posted by cdban66 I've been having a short discussion with Janyne on tri-bikes and it got me to thinking. It seems like this particular piece of equipment can cause headaches (or stomach aches) for some that are purchasing, due to $$$, availability, specialization, and any other number of reasons. So, if you had the opportunity to go through the purchase process for your current bike(s), how would you do it? I have a 12+ yr old roadie that is next up for replacement and I have begun thinking through a few things:
My last 2 purchases were from my LBS and they seem to be treating me right. The size of my town kind of dictates this one shop scenario, and the only other options are not nearly as viable, due to other factors such as service, price, proximity, etc.
That being said, I have found two bikes that I am interested in test riding. Argon 18 E117 and a Cervelo P2. I think that will be a good start. I have a few other options in mind if neither of these work out. I have a friend on an Argon TT. He LOVES it. |
| 2017-08-31 8:48 PM in reply to: jmkizer |
Expert 2811 | Subject: RE: Manatee Mayhem Part Deux - 2017 Edition Originally posted by jmkizer Originally posted by cdban66 I've been having a short discussion with Janyne on tri-bikes and it got me to thinking. It seems like this particular piece of equipment can cause headaches (or stomach aches) for some that are purchasing, due to $$$, availability, specialization, and any other number of reasons. So, if you had the opportunity to go through the purchase process for your current bike(s), how would you do it? I have a 12+ yr old roadie that is next up for replacement and I have begun thinking through a few things:
My last 2 purchases were from my LBS and they seem to be treating me right. The size of my town kind of dictates this one shop scenario, and the only other options are not nearly as viable, due to other factors such as service, price, proximity, etc.
That being said, I have found two bikes that I am interested in test riding. Argon 18 E117 and a Cervelo P2. I think that will be a good start. I have a few other options in mind if neither of these work out. I have a Cervelo P2. I love it. |
| 2017-09-01 6:16 AM in reply to: jmkizer |
Master 6834 Englewood, Florida | Subject: RE: Manatee Mayhem Part Deux - 2017 Edition Originally posted by jmkizer Originally posted by cdban66 I've been having a short discussion with Janyne on tri-bikes and it got me to thinking. It seems like this particular piece of equipment can cause headaches (or stomach aches) for some that are purchasing, due to $$$, availability, specialization, and any other number of reasons. So, if you had the opportunity to go through the purchase process for your current bike(s), how would you do it? I have a 12+ yr old roadie that is next up for replacement and I have begun thinking through a few things:
My last 2 purchases were from my LBS and they seem to be treating me right. The size of my town kind of dictates this one shop scenario, and the only other options are not nearly as viable, due to other factors such as service, price, proximity, etc.
That being said, I have found two bikes that I am interested in test riding. Argon 18 E117 and a Cervelo P2. I think that will be a good start. I have a few other options in mind if neither of these work out. I think of comfort as an overall feeling. I have to agree with Janyne and Ben, handling, braking, acceleration, fit, etc all play a part in comfort. My tri-bike has seating/aero comfort to it, but handling is a bit tricky. My road bike has a much better overall handling feel. I can bunny hop a curb without a thought on one, the other, not so much. But, given that there are not often times when I would need to bunny hop in a triathlon, it's all good. At this point, I am simply considering my options, I probably won't end up doing anything until the roadie is completely done, which shouldn't be for a long while. |
| 2017-09-01 6:45 AM in reply to: jmkizer |
| 143 | Subject: RE: Manatee Mayhem Part Deux - 2017 Edition Hi everybody! Nothing tri related but a question for the Florida based peeps, thinking of booking Orlando next year and as trying to work out if august weather is ok or too hot and lots of thunder storms? Any advice would be great! |
| 2017-09-01 7:06 AM in reply to: 0 |
Master 7712 Orlando | Subject: RE: Manatee Mayhem Part Deux - 2017 Edition Originally posted by tomsimper Hi everybody! Nothing tri related but a question for the Florida based peeps, thinking of booking Orlando next year and as trying to work out if august weather is ok or too hot and lots of thunder storms? Any advice would be great! Are you thinking of the Parks re: too hot and rainy or too hot and rainy for working out? If working out, it is hot and humid and we have afternoon t-storms, but I rarely have difficulty getting my workouts in. I workout in the morning when it almost never is raining, it's still hot and humid, but manageable. Long rides brings me often to late morning/early afternoon and I only had 1 ride where I thought the storms would get me - they didn't. I have had a couple of pm swims cancelled b/c of the storms. If you are going to the Parks, i think the same rules apply - go early! It will still be hot and humid out, but you will be in and out of a/c. You will sweat. Summer is the time the Parks are the least crowded, but they still get plenty of people braving the weather!! Summer is also the time the parks are open late, so once the rains pass you can go back. And, there are lots of water parks and cool hotel pools to help keep you cool. Let me know if you have any questions! ETA: I forgot you are from England so our weather will probably be a complete shock to your system! I will say that anytime I fly during the summer I see a ton of your countrymen heading home. They are all sun burned and weighed down by packages ! They look like they've had a great time! Edited by amd723 2017-09-01 7:10 AM |
| 2017-09-01 8:53 AM in reply to: tomsimper |
Member 667 | Subject: RE: Manatee Mayhem Part Deux - 2017 Edition Originally posted by tomsimper Hi everybody! Nothing tri related but a question for the Florida based peeps, thinking of booking Orlando next year and as trying to work out if august weather is ok or too hot and lots of thunder storms? Any advice would be great! Yes to everything Ann-Marie said! I'm from Colorado. We have the heat that Florida does, but we don't have the humidity. The humidity makes me melt. However, we get to the parks as soon as they open, take a break in the afternoon to swim, nap, or do laundry, then head back out when it's a bit cooler. We will also brave the rain storms because a lot of people leave the parks during the storms making for shorter wait times. Signed, a person who is going through huge Walt Disney World withdrawals! |
| 2017-09-01 10:02 AM in reply to: fortissimo |
Melon Presser 52116 | Subject: RE: Manatee Mayhem Part Deux - 2017 Edition GO RACING MANATEES!!! Big long day for me tomorrow (every weekend day is a big long day ... actually I'm in Jakarta, every day is a big long day with curveballs), so, happy trails to all and much love and healing to any DLers. |
| 2017-09-01 10:51 AM in reply to: IndoIronYanti |
Master 9705 Raleigh, NC area | Subject: RE: Manatee Mayhem Part Deux - 2017 Edition Racing Manatees!!! I know that both TJ and Lisa will be in Chattanooga on the 24th and that Ann-Marie, Jim, and I will be in Louisville next month (Anne too?). Are there any other upcoming Manatee Meet Ups? I would like to add them as "club events." |
| 2017-09-01 11:02 AM in reply to: mtnbikerchk |
Master 6834 Englewood, Florida | Subject: RE: Manatee Mayhem Part Deux - 2017 Edition Originally posted by mtnbikerchk Originally posted by cdban66 FIT FIRST beyond that, budget and availability. Maintenance can be done anywhere (although not for free I've been having a short discussion with Janyne on tri-bikes and it got me to thinking. It seems like this particular piece of equipment can cause headaches (or stomach aches) for some that are purchasing, due to $$$, availability, specialization, and any other number of reasons. So, if you had the opportunity to go through the purchase process for your current bike(s), how would you do it? I have a 12+ yr old roadie that is next up for replacement and I have begun thinking through a few things:
My last 2 purchases were from my LBS and they seem to be treating me right. The size of my town kind of dictates this one shop scenario, and the only other options are not nearly as viable, due to other factors such as service, price, proximity, etc. ) and with youtube, you can do lots yourself (and no, I generally don't LOL) None of those brands excite me for tri bikes - but to each his own. If it fits, go for it. If not, maybe see if there is another brand that they can get. IE: Specialzed and Trek will ONLY sell to their dealers but some other brands will sell to any dealer. I had a component failure on the MTB, FSA crankset, which was taken care of via text and a quick drop off with them. So, the LBS/Warranty combo is helpful. The replacement was with a Shimano(?) crankset, so the FSA issue was something Giant knew about. |
| 2017-09-01 11:03 AM in reply to: jmkizer |
Master 6834 Englewood, Florida | Subject: RE: Manatee Mayhem Part Deux - 2017 Edition Originally posted by jmkizer Racing Manatees!!! I know that both TJ and Lisa will be in Chattanooga on the 24th and that Ann-Marie, Jim, and I will be in Louisville next month (Anne too?). Are there any other upcoming Manatee Meet Ups? I would like to add them as "club events." Race well Jim. Stay safe all! |
| 2017-09-01 11:31 AM in reply to: mtnbikerchk |
Champion 14677 Bronze member | Subject: RE: Manatee Mayhem Part Deux - 2017 Edition Originally posted by mtnbikerchk Originally posted by cdban66 FIT FIRST beyond that, budget and availability. Maintenance can be done anywhere (although not for free I've been having a short discussion with Janyne on tri-bikes and it got me to thinking. It seems like this particular piece of equipment can cause headaches (or stomach aches) for some that are purchasing, due to $$$, availability, specialization, and any other number of reasons. So, if you had the opportunity to go through the purchase process for your current bike(s), how would you do it? I have a 12+ yr old roadie that is next up for replacement and I have begun thinking through a few things:
My last 2 purchases were from my LBS and they seem to be treating me right. The size of my town kind of dictates this one shop scenario, and the only other options are not nearly as viable, due to other factors such as service, price, proximity, etc. ) and with youtube, you can do lots yourself (and no, I generally don't LOL) None of those brands excite me for tri bikes - but to each his own. If it fits, go for it. If not, maybe see if there is another brand that they can get. IE: Specialzed and Trek will ONLY sell to their dealers but some other brands will sell to any dealer. Not a pro here, but local is important IF I can get a bike that fits. Also a local fitter is importat for me.
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| 2017-09-01 12:13 PM in reply to: jmkizer |
Master 7712 Orlando | Subject: RE: Manatee Mayhem Part Deux - 2017 Edition Originally posted by jmkizer Racing Manatees!!! I know that both TJ and Lisa will be in Chattanooga on the 24th and that Ann-Marie, Jim, and I will be in Louisville next month (Anne too?). Are there any other upcoming Manatee Meet Ups? I would like to add them as "club events." Look at Jim, representing the manatees all by himself! Have a great race!! Glad to see most of the TX gang is ok and fingers crossed Markus is too!! |
| 2017-09-01 1:28 PM in reply to: jmkizer |
| Pennsylvania | Subject: RE: Manatee Mayhem Part Deux - 2017 Edition Originally posted by jmkizer Racing Manatees!!! I know that both TJ and Lisa will be in Chattanooga on the 24th and that Ann-Marie, Jim, and I will be in Louisville next month (Anne too?). Are there any other upcoming Manatee Meet Ups? I would like to add them as "club events." Best of luck to you, Jim! Be fast, be safe, and have fun! TX manatees - glad to hear you are safe although likely dealing with all sorts of fallout from the flooding. I hope Markus is OK. Thank you very much for summarizing and posting this, Janyne. |
| 2017-09-01 6:12 PM in reply to: jmkizer |
Veteran 2441 Western Australia | Subject: RE: Manatee Mayhem Part Deux - 2017 Edition Originally posted by jmkizer Race well Jim and have fun. Racing Manatees!!! I know that both TJ and Lisa will be in Chattanooga on the 24th and that Ann-Marie, Jim, and I will be in Louisville next month (Anne too?). Are there any other upcoming Manatee Meet Ups? I would like to add them as "club events." Great job keeping us up to date as usual Janyne. Thanks we really appreciate it. Praying that Markus is ok and his communication channels to us are just down at present. |
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