Matt Budofsky said:

Just watched GPLama's review and he had one small hiccup but nothing nearly as bad as DCR. At least it seems like Wahoo knows what the software issue is and just needs to fix it?

Yes, DCR mentions this. That said, sounds like Wahoo knows there's an issue, but doesn't quite know what it is, they *think* it might be the density of Holland's road infrastructure. Which might not fare great for NYC.

eloy said:

Yes, DCR mentions this. That said, sounds like Wahoo knows there's an issue, but doesn't quite know what it is, they *think* it might be the density of Holland's road infrastructure. Which might not fare great for NYC.

Might be kind.  I think it was James Huang of CyclingTips had trouble with the mapping feature in heavy woods.  

Kind of amazing to me that they'd release the product with what appears to be a major bug.  

Wow I was just looking to replace an ancient Garmin Edge 500. Was seriously contemplating the Roam, but this (if the GPS stuff can be worked out via the firmware update) seems like a pretty solid buy. Wonder if the Roam is next considering it's about 2 years old at this point...

If the non-color bolt goes on sale now, I would definitely recommend that. After some adjusting to the change from garmin, I really like the thing. 

RobertMullen said:

If the non-color bolt goes on sale now, I would definitely recommend that. After some adjusting to the change from garmin, I really like the thing. 

my biggest beef with the Bolt is that Wahoo hasn't included an auto-lap feature, where you can press the lap button at the start of a race and the unit will count the laps for you.  I realize there are other ways to get this info, but they generally take an extra step or two.

Matt Budofsky said:

Just watched GPLama's review and he had one small hiccup but nothing nearly as bad as DCR. At least it seems like Wahoo knows what the software issue is and just needs to fix it?

In my experience shipping product that isn't ready is a symptom of bigger issues.

I love my Bolt, but the issue that I have been having lately is that every time I finish a ride, I need to unpair and repair it with my phone in order for workouts to sync. Maybe this weekend I’ll do a compete wipe and reinstallation of the software

@Jules for sure a major red flag. That said, my og bolt has been great for 2+ years and if I’ve ever had an issue wahoo’s customer service is about as good as they come. But absolutely second @RobertMullen. If you don’t care about color and the new mapping updates the original bolt on sale is a steal now

Jules said:

B-limit screws are dark magic. Don't tell too many people about them.

WHAT IS THIS DARK MAGIC?!?

In other news realtime blood glucose monitoring is amazeballs

https://gearjunkie.com/news/supersapiens-continuous-glucose-monitoring-wearable

Jules said:

In other news realtime blood glucose monitoring is amazeballs

https://gearjunkie.com/news/supersapiens-continuous-glucose-monitoring-wearable

This is pretty interesting. The company was founded by Phil Sutherland, the founder of Team Novo Nordisk. I met Phil at their Talent ID camp a few years back. The guy is a nut job, but in a good way? I watched him crack an Orbea Orca fork while playing bike-soccer in a field with us. But he's done a lot of good for type 1 diabetes perception over the years.

I'm curious how this data actually works for non-diabetics though. I use a CGM and if it tells me my blood sugar is dropping on a ride, I'm already in trouble. But 'normal' folks would have a pancreatic reaction to dropping blood sugar that would prevent their sugars from dropping too drastically. If you don't have diabetes, your blood sugar really shouldn't fluctuate much (based on my backyard endocrinology degree). 

I think what I'm trying to say is I wonder if the device tells a person with a functional pancreas that their blood sugar is dropping, that it will already be too late to address it mid-ride. 

I'm also curious how much this will cost (if its ever even available in the US). Right now, you need a prescription to use one of these devices here. 

my best guess is that there is a threshold below which indicateseasilly available glucose stores are run dry and it’s mostly coming from the liver

Specialized’s very good looking and classy custom Ciclamino bike for ole Peto

RobertMullen said:

Jules said:

In other news realtime blood glucose monitoring is amazeballs

https://gearjunkie.com/news/supersapiens-continuous-glucose-monitoring-wearable

This is pretty interesting. The company was founded by Phil Sutherland, the founder of Team Novo Nordisk. I met Phil at their Talent ID camp a few years back. The guy is a nut job, but in a good way? I watched him crack an Orbea Orca fork while playing bike-soccer in a field with us. But he's done a lot of good for type 1 diabetes perception over the years.

I'm curious how this data actually works for non-diabetics though. I use a CGM and if it tells me my blood sugar is dropping on a ride, I'm already in trouble. But 'normal' folks would have a pancreatic reaction to dropping blood sugar that would prevent their sugars from dropping too drastically. If you don't have diabetes, your blood sugar really shouldn't fluctuate much (based on my backyard endocrinology degree). 

I think what I'm trying to say is I wonder if the device tells a person with a functional pancreas that their blood sugar is dropping, that it will already be too late to address it mid-ride. 

I'm also curious how much this will cost (if its ever even available in the US). Right now, you need a prescription to use one of these devices here. 

The cycling podcast is sponsored by these guys now , they are running a Comp to win some of the devices

I've been having the same issue of late. I suspect that a glitch was introduced when they updated the iOS app as I have the same issue with the bolt and roam and never had this issue in the past. Could also be a firmware issue hat was introduced on both devices. Hopefully its a down issue that will get fixed soon

TomWasko said:

I love my Bolt, but the issue that I have been having lately is that every time I finish a ride, I need to unpair and repair it with my phone in order for workouts to sync. Maybe this weekend I’ll do a compete wipe and reinstallation of the software

Okay, Rob... you've teased us long enough. Tell us what you have here and how it works

RobertMullen said:

Jules said:

B-limit screws are dark magic. Don't tell too many people about them.

Happy B Limit Screw Day to everyone 

All I know is that if there aren't carbon or titanium versions of this, someone should make them and let it retail for at least $100 on competitive cyclist. Epic ride photos in IG ads not included.

Hahah. This is the very satisfying SRAM Eagle B Limit adjustment tool. It attaches to the 2nd cog, sits flush with the pulley wheel and then you adjust the B screw until that lil arrow lines up with the pulley.

I know this is designed for eagle cassettes (mostly for getting the chain onto the 50t pizza plate) but I wonder if the spacing is about the same for smaller-ratio cassettes? 

Nifty history lesson

https://youtu.be/LJ5I4OQjgz0

I’m flirting with the idea of getting a smart trainer. But, I have concerns, mostly about how to store it away when it’s not in use. I have a turbo trainer, and rollers which can be put away easily, and not impact upon the space in the apartment. But smart trainers seem to be much more involved. Anybody have suggestions for which trainers to consider, and how to store it when not in use? Would one easily fit under a table, and then be moved into place easily? 

Nathaniel Miller said:

I’m flirting with the idea of getting a smart trainer. But, I have concerns, mostly about how to store it away when it’s not in use. I have a turbo trainer, and rollers which can be put away easily, and not impact upon the space in the apartment. But smart trainers seem to be much more involved. Anybody have suggestions for which trainers to consider, and how to store it when not in use? Would one easily fit under a table, and then be moved into place easily? 

The kickr is pretty small when not in use. Not much bigger than a traditional wind or fluid trainer, but significantly heavier.

Yea second what Jules said. I tuck my kickr behind a chair in my living room and it’s pretty out of the way. Just a pain to move back and forth but worth the price of admission

Also it seems like the kickr is sized so that you do not need a front wheel riser.

I stick a thicker magazine under my front wheel and it’s perfect. No need for much else

the kickr won’t need a front wheel riser or anything else, as stated is heavier than a dumb trainer. Will say this, Nathaniel, you will not regret getting one, zwift is a game changer.

But even if somehow you don’t like it, selling it will be easy.

We’ll, then, it’s decided! I’ll see about getting one in time for autumn/winter. (Along with a new campagnolo groupset… it’s not just my knees which are worn out and need upgrading!)
Thanks, guys, for the feedback! 

Tubolito "flat proof or 1 year warranty" inner tubes making the social media hype rounds today. Ordered a set hoping it's sort of an easier and cheaper solution than trying to go tubeless on my fake cross bike so I can run lower pressures. Let's see how many warranty claims I have to make...

I flatted one on its maiden voyage 

Actually my bad luck was with the regular “ performance “ model