Give it a TRI

[amr63]

Here’s something to make you smile (or frown?) and help get you over the midweek hump:

Rules to being a Triathlete: http://badig.com/2012/03/the-rules-to-being-a-triathlete/

 

Based on these rules, I’m definitely not at triathlete (yet).

 

Neither am I a cyclist: http://www.velominati.com/the-rules/

 

However, I do have a healthy respect for the Rules and those who obey them ????

[Chris_]

https://www.lamborghini.com/en-en/news/lamborghini-signature-unique-triathlon-bike 

 

Lamborghini Cervelo P5X 

 

oh dear...

[EmJayZA]

https://www.lamborghini.com/en-en/news/lamborghini-signature-unique-triathlon-bike 

 

Lamborghini Cervelo P5X 

 

oh dear...

 

Wow. 

 

Very nice to look at. But wouldn't want the pressure that comes with a bike like that. 

[Craai]

https://www.lamborghini.com/en-en/news/lamborghini-signature-unique-triathlon-bike

 

Lamborghini Cervelo P5X

 

oh dear...

I’m sure I won’t embarrass myself riding something like that. Looking at a solid 25km/h avg on that rocket

[shaper]

Only 25 of them being made Lambo..... better get your orders in quickly

[Chris_]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=elO-CnPIBb0

 

how awesome would this be?!

Edited March 13, 2018 by CBlake

[EmJayZA]

So, this is a rather newbie question, but I have only recently started riding. My new road bike has just over 2,000km on it (and therefore my tires), and not sure when to replace my Vittoria Rubino Pro tires. They don't have any nicks on them where the tire makes contact with the road, but are very smooth. I found one spot on the side of the tire where I can see some metal mesh (not large at all). I must have made contact with a pavement somewhere, or a rock. How does one know when to replace tires? 

 

Also, I am going to swap out my 23mm tires for 25mm when I replace them. How can I tell if my frame and components can take the bigger tires? 

Edited March 14, 2018 by EmJayZA

[shaper]

Not sure with regard to your Vitoria's as have never used them.  Maybe they have similar wear indicators to that of the GP4000.  2 purpose made holes on the tread, once these have been worn away then time to change http://conti-tyres.co.uk/tread-wear

 

As for frame able to take 25mm, probably best to check on manufacturers website.  What frame is it?

 

From Vittoria FAQ https://www.vittoria.com/faqs/

 

Determine when to change the tire

 

You can evaluate the tire wear checking its profile: when there is a notable discontinuity (like a step, or edge) between central tread (wearing when you ride on straight) and side tread (wearing in corners) that you can feel when starting to lean for a turn. This is the time to change your tire. It’s also suggested to change the tire in any case the carcass is exposed.

Edited March 14, 2018 by shaper

[dave303e]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=elO-CnPIBb0

 

how awesome would this be?!

 

Or you could train a bit harder and do the Patagonia Expedition race in November- Callded the last Wild race for a reason, and it is just a little bit longer at 600-800km

 

[EmJayZA]

Not sure with regard to your Vitoria's as have never used them.  Maybe they have similar wear indicators to that of the GP4000.  2 purpose made holes on the tread, once these have been worn away then time to change http://conti-tyres.co.uk/tread-wear

 

As for frame able to take 25mm, probably best to check on manufacturers website.  What frame is it?

 

From Vittoria FAQ https://www.vittoria.com/faqs/

 

Determine when to change the tire

 

You can evaluate the tire wear checking its profile: when there is a notable discontinuity (like a step, or edge) between central tread (wearing when you ride on straight) and side tread (wearing in corners) that you can feel when starting to lean for a turn. This is the time to change your tire. It’s also suggested to change the tire in any case the carcass is exposed.

 

Thanks. This makes sense too. The Conti tyres look good - so going to give them a look as well. 

 

My frame is the Cervelo S2. Will check out their website or contact the local distributor. 

[shaper]

Thanks. This makes sense too. The Conti tyres look good - so going to give them a look as well. 

 

My frame is the Cervelo S2. Will check out their website or contact the local distributor. 

Now with 700x25c tire clearance so that you can chase top speeds over any road conditions.

https://www.cervelo.com/en/road/s-series/s2/engineering

[Wheelsuck]

Now with 700x25c tire clearance so that you can chase top speeds over any road conditions.

https://www.cervelo.com/en/road/s-series/s2/engineering

 

Agree, the 25mm is great and you can drop the pressure a bit which helps on SA Roads. 

[Chris_]

Or you could train a bit harder and do the Patagonia Expedition race in November- Callded the last Wild race for a reason, and it is just a little bit longer at 600-800km

 

 

Good grief, are these not the most stunning landscapes in the world... I HAVE to go there.

 

Adding this to a very very long bucket list

[IceCreamMan]

So, this is a rather newbie question, but I have only recently started riding. My new road bike has just over 2,000km on it (and therefore my tires), and not sure when to replace my Vittoria Rubino Pro tires. They don't have any nicks on them where the tire makes contact with the road, but are very smooth. I found one spot on the side of the tire where I can see some metal mesh (not large at all). I must have made contact with a pavement somewhere, or a rock. How does one know when to replace tires? 

 

Also, I am going to swap out my 23mm tires for 25mm when I replace them. How can I tell if my frame and components can take the bigger tires?

 

S2 and S3 frame the same, 25mm trues no problem at all. For speed go conti gp4000 sii. Hehe. Actually, buy a new race wheel set too .

[EmJayZA]

S2 and S3 frame the same, 25mm trues no problem at all. For speed go conti gp4000 sii. Hehe. Actually, buy a new race wheel set too .

 

Thanks ICM. How are the GP4000s to change a puncture? I still battle a little to get the tyre off the rim with the softer Rubinos. Do you think there is a major difference between the two? Could just be a matter of practice. 

 

And I would love race wheels, but got to save for that tri bike. Hehehe. 

Edited March 15, 2018 by EmJayZA

[shaper]

Thanks ICM. How are the GP4000s to change a puncture? I still battle a little to get the tyre off the rim with the softer Rubinos. Do you think there is a major difference between the two? Could just be a matter of practice. 

 

And I would love race wheels, but got to save for that tri bike. Hehehe. 

GP4000 only tyres I use for training and racing, no problem fitting.... probably just need to practice.

 

You not bought the bike yet???..... what's the point of a fancy tri bike if you don't have race wheels ..... must have hehehehe