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    Is Expensive Cycling Apparel Really Worth It, or Is It Just Hype?

    Well Black Bibs doesn't make their money from that line. It's probably a low profit margin. They make money on the Starlight Apparel line
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    Last Ride Stats!

    My morning commute today. I'm thinking this is actually doable when the weather isn't miserable
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    Should E-Bikes Be Allowed on Southern Illinois Trails? Why or Why Not?

    25 for me
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    Should E-Bikes Be Allowed on Southern Illinois Trails? Why or Why Not?

    Is cycling a sport or a method of travel? Arguably most people across the world use cycling as a mode of transportation, very few few folks on a bike are in it for sport. If you need proof on that stop by any bike shop and look at the bikes they're working on. It's typically a commuter bike...
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    Is Expensive Cycling Apparel Really Worth It, or Is It Just Hype?

    The challenge is ALWAYS: Define expensive. I've ever had a super fancy kit like rapha, casetilli or assos. That being said I've worn pactimo kit and its nice. Arguably nicer than my black bibs stuff. That being said, I dont see myself really moving away from black bibs as the cost is reasonable.
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    Dirty South 2025 Now Open!

    Nah, I can ride that course any day of the week that I want. Figured i would put myself on the waitlist and let some non-locals have the opportunity.
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    Dirty South 2025 Now Open!

    I didn't even get signed up in time. I'm joining the waitlist.
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    Christmas Plans

    Probably a long trainer ride unless the weather is nice, then maybe a gravel ride.
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    Dirty South 2025 Now Open!

    I saw 600 on the first day
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    Thanksgiving Plans?

    I didn't make it, it was a bit of a crazy day for me.
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    Big fan from Chicago

    Welcome. I will be up your way this weekend. Montrose Harbor CX is state champs. Hope you can come out and give a few cheers for the rest of your cycling buddies. Also....is it muddy up there?
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    What’s the one piece of gear you can’t ride without?

    My job requires me to use my brain. Without it i am not employable at the university.
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    Thanksgiving Plans?

    Yea MTB ride at Kincaid
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    2024 Santa's Cycling Wish List

    the new Crux
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    What’s the one piece of gear you can’t ride without?

    Helmet. I don't wear gloves unless its super cold or riding around a lot of other people.
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    Thanksgiving Plans?

    Depending on the weather, will determine how many miles i get in and where. Hopefully I can get outside.
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    What's the Best Cycling Upgrade You've Invested In?

    Easier to walk in, but in general more flexible which is something I'm not really a fan of.
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    2025 cycling events!

    I mean...yea.
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    2024 Santa's Cycling Wish List

    Yea i raced it last week. Always a good test for a new bike. Run it through corners and put it under abnormally high loads to see what is loose/what breaks.
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    Tubeless sealant

    I was just there last night. Pat and Gabe helped me tear down my trainer. Too many miles and the bearings went out
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