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What a cluster, so sorry to hear this. I hope, in the end, you can just enjoy riding - regardless of what you're riding!

Not defending Specialized, but did you buy through a LBS or Specialized directly? Your comment about not wanting to be a bike mechanic == what better time to start a relationship with a LBS than when buying the bike?

Um, wow. And this is different than a snarky@$$ b!0tch hiding behind the anonymity of a contrived name on an internet forum how, exactly? Capisce, stronzo....

And I have complete respect for your position on this! When you say our circumstances may be different, that is the crux of it all. I'd also say we have different ideas of adventure. Your flight story is not something I'd ever want to experience, and knowing you 2 survived it is fantastic (bet...

Hey I didn't stress my wife about it, she brought it up! As we approached the hill, I suggested she use the brakes to keep a speed she is comfortable with. I think she just applied gentle pressure on both brakes to keep at a pace she was comfortable with. It was after the ride that this...

Pardon the ignorance, but my wife and I were discussing this after a recent ride. There's a 3/4 mile steep downhill section on part of my route and I have gotten up to 32mph just coasting down it. Wife is not a fan of speed, so I suggested she scrub off speed as we descended: coast, squeeze the...

Stefan, that is quite the journey! I'm grateful you openly share so much great information here, truly appreciate it - and it's clear the bikes, riding, and the forum bring you joy!

I am far from a Luddite, but have found absolutely zero need for bike computers, stand-alone GPS, health data harvesting, etc. I get that these things are important to many, that they do add to safety, and they can be entertainment or just plain fun. For some, they are an essential means of...

Yeah there isn't a resolution. Guy goes crazy. I flip him off - not a smart move. I consider my options, and settle on simple avoidance. Done. Yet here we are, debating mental health, introducing politics, exploring every tangent. I started this thread and am done reading it now, o well.

Long-time fan of this too, started before I got my driver's license at 16. But I will say - these vape cartridges with +90% THC are just frickin' absurd. I had some really bad experiences with a small, single hit off them, and have sworn them off forever. Considering that many strains of flower...

Getting somewhat back on topic here: I had the chance to speak with a Sergeant in our town police department. I explained to her what happened, disclosed that I did flip the bird (to which she said, "Of course!") but did not say a word, and asked for her recommended approach. She advised to get...

I truly appreciate you sharing this, it's an eye-opener for many reasons. I am just relieved to know you did not experience any violence or legal issues. I served in the military, my personal firearm then was a .45cal 1911 (other weapons included a 7.62mm M60 machine gun, a .50cal machine gun...

No, it is the Carl Dean Greenway in Holly Springs. I greatly appreciate the replies, particularly your words @Catalyzt. I discussed this with my wife last night and carrying a gun is just out of the question. Staying calm and "ignoring" st00pidity is the right thing to do; and I've made huge...

These settings, which I posted before, are a great place to start. I cannot recall what every single one means, but the discussion in this and other threads should help decipher them.

This evening, I rode my usual suburban route, which consists of side streets, dirt trails, and greenway (paved walking & biking trails). As I rode along a greenway at around 9mph (just above a jogger's pace), a man was walking in the center of it, with these huge headphones on. I rang my bell...

Hi Tom, yes, as above. It works quite well - if you need me to document all settings, let me know and I can probably get them for you tonight.

Amen. And I meant to type Wera, not Wiha - my bad.

Lovely bike, and glad you are enjoying it! I test rode the Como, it is a very sweet ride. I just felt better on the Vado; if the LBS didn't have a Vado in stock, I too would be riding the Como.

I have also "squared off" bolt heads with a file (or Dremel), then used a small wrench or vise grips to get them out. If you have to do maintenance that includes Torx bolts, get Wiha Torx bits. They're not expensive for a set to work on a bike, made in Germany, they seat perfectly, and I've...

If you have the means, very carefully slot the bolt head with a Dremel, a fine hacksaw, or the ilk; then use a screwdriver on it.