cyclocross



  1. M

    Giant tcx slr 2 140 to 160mm rotors

    Hi guys, Currently I'm planning on changing the 140mm stock rotors on my Giant TCX SLR 2 for some 160mm but while researching online I found that that might not be as easy as it sounds, in particular with regard to the rear one (the front one seems to be flat mounted so I might just need to...
  2. D

    Seeking a cyclocross or sturdy road bike

    I'm looking for recommendations for bikes and components for a FAST bike I can abuse on crappy city streets and some gravel/dirt roads. I will use occasionally as a commuter so I don't want to dump a lot of money into it. I'm thinking $700ish top. Specifically, I'm looking for suggestions...
  3. Jonathan Fairhurst

    Consulting for new wheelset options

    I have a Ridley Crosswind custom build that has a Dura Ace wheelset that doesn't support clinchers, and I'm looking for a good clincher wheelset that is good quality but affordable. I talked to a guy in a bike shop and he recommended the Bontrager H5 tires for my riding needs (75% road and 25%...
  4. kopride

    Cyclocross racing as training

    Didn't see much on cyclocross in this thread. I've started racing again and figured I would start in Cyclocross because falling down sucks a lot less and the vibe (in the US) is much better. Interested to hear how any road riders alter their training to compete or ride in cyclocross. As an...
  5. S

    A tale of two bikes

    So, recently I went and got a new chain for my mountain bike, cleaned the drive train ( did this a month before as well but the jockey wheels were looking dirty and I wanted to make sure the whole drivetain was clean before putting on a new chain). So anyway I did all of that, relubed it, then...
  6. steve

    Mechanical doping (technological fraud) at the cyclocross worlds

    Rumours of mechanical doping are rumours no more! UCI statement The Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) confirms that pursuant to the UCI's Regulations on technological fraud a bike has been detained for further investigation following checks at the Women's Under 23 race of the 2016 UCI...