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Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-12-22, 06:06 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,227
Posted By Sorg67

Mine is 1", but this put me on the trail and I...

Mine is 1", but this put me on the trail and I found what I need. Thanks!!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-09-22, 02:33 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,227
Posted By Sorg67

I was thinking I would need something like the...

I was thinking I would need something like the following:
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-09-22, 12:38 PM
Replies: 1,258
Views: 55,190
Posted By Sorg67

Nothing is a waste of money if it makes you happy.

Nothing is a waste of money if it makes you happy.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
07-20-21, 04:20 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,645
Posted By Sorg67

mschwett Very detailed and useful reply. Thanks!...

mschwett Very detailed and useful reply. Thanks!

I am riding with RideWithGPS now and it works very well. I keep navigation and the screen on for the entire ride. Lasts about four hours. I...
Forum: Pills and Ills
07-07-21, 03:36 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 21,662
Posted By Sorg67

I started getting back into riding more in August...

I started getting back into riding more in August of last year (2020). At that time 5 - 10 miles was a typical ride. I started working myself up slowly and got up to 65 miles. Then I got my cancer...
Forum: Pills and Ills
07-07-21, 08:57 AM
Replies: 135
Views: 21,662
Posted By Sorg67

Did my 50 mile loop on Monday. 42 miles Sunday. ...

Did my 50 mile loop on Monday. 42 miles Sunday. First time doing back to back "long" rides (long for me). Was a bit beat towards the end but felt good. Targeting 60 miles next weekend. Longest...
Forum: Pills and Ills
06-24-21, 07:39 AM
Replies: 135
Views: 21,662
Posted By Sorg67

Thirty miles on Sunday. Gravel bike seems...

Thirty miles on Sunday. Gravel bike seems comfortable. I want to do a 50 mile loop this coming Sunday. Too big of a jump? 30 miles on Sunday seemed easy. I feel like 50 miles would be doable.
Forum: Pills and Ills
06-10-21, 05:48 AM
Replies: 135
Views: 21,662
Posted By Sorg67

23 miles on hybrid cushy seat Saturday. 10 miles...

23 miles on hybrid cushy seat Saturday. 10 miles on Gravel bike regular seat yesterday. Planning 15 miles on Gravel bike Friday and longer on Sunday. Regular seat on Gravel bike was a bit tender...
Forum: Pills and Ills
06-01-21, 08:07 AM
Replies: 135
Views: 21,662
Posted By Sorg67

Six weeks post surgery. Rode bicycle three miles...

Six weeks post surgery. Rode bicycle three miles yesterday. Felt okay. Going to ease back in slowly. Legs felt very weak, but I think they will come back quickly. Resumed running about a week...
Forum: Pills and Ills
04-26-21, 05:40 AM
Replies: 135
Views: 21,662
Posted By Sorg67

Yes, robotic assist - Dr Vipul Patel in Orlando...

Yes, robotic assist - Dr Vipul Patel in Orlando Florida. He did a great job. Very happy with care. Post op path report favorable. Clean margins, lymph nodes negative. Next I check PSA in early...
Forum: Pills and Ills
04-21-21, 12:39 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 21,662
Posted By Sorg67

Had surgery 6 am Monday. Got home yesterday. ...

Had surgery 6 am Monday. Got home yesterday. All good so far. Will get more information from pathology report on Friday.
Forum: Pills and Ills
03-06-21, 12:00 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 21,662
Posted By Sorg67

Right now, just focused on good attitude, fitness...

Right now, just focused on good attitude, fitness and education. Found out on Thursday. Went hiking yesterday. Bicycle ride today. Disc golf and bike ride tomorrow. Probably bone scan next week....
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-01-21, 07:41 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 8,344
Posted By Sorg67

I also agree with those who say it is not that e...

I also agree with those who say it is not that e bikes are inherently dangerous, it is the nature of the riders they attract. That is true of everything.

I consider myself to be safer on my...
Forum: Pills and Ills
02-27-21, 05:08 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 21,662
Posted By Sorg67

Good luck with your MRI. I was also...

Good luck with your MRI.

I was also surprised that they sent the biopsy to Texas. They claim it is to have a specialist look at it. Perhaps. Or perhaps the hospital has a financial interest...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
02-26-21, 01:26 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 8,344
Posted By Sorg67

As I motorcyclist and cyclist, I have often...

As I motorcyclist and cyclist, I have often considered the relative risk of the two. I have never considered the risk of an e bike. This was a useful discussion since I have been considering...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-24-21, 08:04 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 6,941
Posted By Sorg67

The Little Packet That Lives on My Bike

I have a small zip lock bag with a copy of my health insurance card, drivers license and credit card and $40. My wife's cell number is on the copy of the health insurance card. Usually I bring all...
Forum: Pills and Ills
02-22-21, 05:21 AM
Replies: 135
Views: 21,662
Posted By Sorg67

Going to do a 50 mile loop next weekend. Then...

Going to do a 50 mile loop next weekend. Then gradually work up to longer. Longest ever is 65 miles. Goal for this year is 100 miles. Maybe horrible 100 in November. Maybe a triathlon. Have...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-20-21, 06:02 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 934
Posted By Sorg67

I like that but I want bolt-on.

I like that but I want bolt-on.
Forum: Pills and Ills
02-20-21, 10:56 AM
Replies: 135
Views: 21,662
Posted By Sorg67

Rode today. Short ride. No problems. Probably...

Rode today. Short ride. No problems. Probably longer ride tomorrow. Maybe this afternoon.

Adjusted saddle a little. Been meaning to do that anyway.

Thanks for input. No results yet. ...
Forum: Pills and Ills
02-16-21, 03:34 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 21,662
Posted By Sorg67

Good luck. I went to school in Albion, MI just a...

Good luck. I went to school in Albion, MI just a bit east of you.



I live in Florida. We are in prime riding season.



Me too. Thanks!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-13-20, 05:25 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 6,995
Posted By Sorg67

I bought a Specialized Diverge Sport Carbon. It...

I bought a Specialized Diverge Sport Carbon. It makes me smile.

I ride on the drops more than I thought I would. Helps into a head wind. And I like it for a different position.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-27-20, 03:44 PM
Replies: 266
Views: 27,896
Posted By Sorg67

I find other people’s advice is very often useful...

I find other people’s advice is very often useful even though I rarely follow it. I find the rationale behind the advice is more useful than the advice itself. There is almost always some validity...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-26-20, 11:31 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 579
Posted By Sorg67

103 Km. Easier than I expected. Drank more than...

103 Km. Easier than I expected. Drank more than I usually do. I think that helped.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-09-20, 12:39 PM
Replies: 134
Views: 18,585
Posted By Sorg67

Interesting video

Interesting video
Forum: Training & Nutrition
09-09-20, 06:49 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 14,022
Posted By Sorg67

Right! So junk miles are different things to...

Right! So junk miles are different things to different people. I have not interest in conditioning myself to aero positions since I do not ride for speed. I have no difficulty keeping up with the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-07-20, 05:04 AM
Replies: 131
Views: 9,601
Posted By Sorg67

That is a fair point. Anything done in fun is...

That is a fair point. Anything done in fun is worthwhile.

And I agree there is no place for anger and insults. Nobody has an obligation to wave or return a wave. I am a big waver but even I do...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-06-20, 03:40 PM
Replies: 131
Views: 9,601
Posted By Sorg67

I have no problem with this comment. wolfchild...

I have no problem with this comment. wolfchild is expressing an opinion that is relevant to the discussion. I do not understand those who take the time to read and comment on a thread they consider...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-06-20, 09:15 AM
Replies: 131
Views: 9,601
Posted By Sorg67

The funniest thing to me is how many people who...

The funniest thing to me is how many people who think waving threads are useless and yet are still attracted to following them and commenting about how useless they are.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
09-04-20, 04:22 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 14,022
Posted By Sorg67

Thanks for the on-going discussion. Very...

Thanks for the on-going discussion. Very interesting.

I do not know whether the “polarized” training program is optimal or if I even understand it. But for a casual rider like me who wants some...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-02-20, 10:38 AM
Replies: 134
Views: 18,585
Posted By Sorg67

I do not know how I would react. At 60 years...

I do not know how I would react. At 60 years old, my body breaks easier and takes longer to recover. Therefore, I think I am going to speed limit myself to the mid to low 30 mph range. From what I...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-01-20, 04:21 PM
Replies: 134
Views: 18,585
Posted By Sorg67

Thanks for sharing. I learned a little. Maybe...

Thanks for sharing. I learned a little. Maybe help me if I face a similar challenge.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
09-01-20, 02:01 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 14,022
Posted By Sorg67

This pretty well describes my current approach. I...

This pretty well describes my current approach. I am enjoying riding and like to get out as much as I can. I have been considering a tempo ride on Wednesdays and have been doing a long ride on...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
09-01-20, 07:36 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 14,022
Posted By Sorg67

Enjoyment Endorphins Clear my head Energy...

Enjoyment
Endorphins
Clear my head
Energy for the day after a morning ride
Positive attitude
Good mood
Better sleep
Rheumatoid Arthritis symptom management
Better motivation
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-29-20, 10:54 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,962
Posted By Sorg67

No, nomadmax wins. :50: I dumped a...

No, nomadmax wins. :50:

I dumped a motorcycle at 70 mph when I was 19 and rode the motorcycle home with minor road rash.

As nomadmax says high speed does not always yield serious injury. And...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-28-20, 09:45 AM
Replies: 217
Views: 29,461
Posted By Sorg67

More expensive than disc golf. Less expensive...

More expensive than disc golf.
Less expensive than regular golf.
Less expensive than skiing.
More expensive than running.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-28-20, 06:25 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,962
Posted By Sorg67

I have two boys 22 months apart in age. The...

I have two boys 22 months apart in age. The older boy learned to ride at age 5. The younger boy insisted that he wanted to learn. I thought 3 was too young. But I took the training wheels off his...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-28-20, 03:34 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,962
Posted By Sorg67

I am going through a similar transition. I do...

I am going through a similar transition. I do not have a liter bike. But even my 650 Kawasaki Versys is fast enough to get into trouble.

However, if ridden sensibly I think motorcycles can be...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-28-20, 03:29 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,962
Posted By Sorg67

The University of Virginia did a study of...

The University of Virginia did a study of motorcycle accidents and concluded that 75% of motorcycle accidents were the fault of the motorcycle operator. Some have speculated that as much as 90% of...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-25-20, 05:29 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 6,995
Posted By Sorg67

I have decided to wait to get a new bike until I...

I have decided to wait to get a new bike until I know the limitations of my existing bike and I have the ability to test ride a variety of bikes of different types. Hopefully these two will come...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-22-20, 03:40 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,856
Posted By Sorg67

Three and a half hour ride. I left hydrated. I...

Three and a half hour ride. I left hydrated. I did not drink anything until I was over an hour into my ride. Melted by then. Still not warm yet, so I suppose it helped a bit.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-22-20, 02:09 PM
Replies: 131
Views: 9,601
Posted By Sorg67

I ride motorcycles too and do the low wave. My...

I ride motorcycles too and do the low wave. My first motorcycle wave was a high wave and I quickly found out why the low wave is preferred at motorcycles speeds.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-22-20, 01:53 PM
Replies: 131
Views: 9,601
Posted By Sorg67

Calling our and waving are different. You have...

Calling our and waving are different. You have to be situationally aware and considerate. I cannot imagine a situation in which a wave would be wrong. A call maybe. I will call out every time I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-22-20, 01:40 PM
Replies: 131
Views: 9,601
Posted By Sorg67

Pedestrians when I am out for a walk, yes. ...

Pedestrians when I am out for a walk, yes. Except those with their face in their phones oblivious to the world.

It is amazing how peoples’ faces will brighten when someone takes the time to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-22-20, 01:07 PM
Replies: 131
Views: 9,601
Posted By Sorg67

Yes, exactly! I used to take golf very...

Yes, exactly!

I used to take golf very seriously. I got so serious that it was not fun anymore. I do not want to get that serious about anything again.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-22-20, 12:47 PM
Replies: 131
Views: 9,601
Posted By Sorg67

Pedestrians, yes. Cars sometimes if they do...

Pedestrians, yes. Cars sometimes if they do something nice. Usually wave at cars when I am on my bike. Always good to endear the cagers to the bicycle riding community.

I ride motorcycles too...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-22-20, 10:34 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 6,995
Posted By Sorg67

What will a new bike do for me?

I am shopping for a new bike. Currently leaning toward an endurance bike like Specialized Roubaix, Trek Domane and Cannondale Synapse.

I am riding a hybrid. It is comfortable on 40 mile rides. ...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-22-20, 10:25 AM
Replies: 131
Views: 9,601
Posted By Sorg67

I am a big waver. I wave at everybody. Cars,...

I am a big waver. I wave at everybody. Cars, bikes, pedestrians, motorcycles even dogs. Most people return the wave with varying degrees of enthusiasm.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-21-20, 10:25 AM
Replies: 142
Views: 20,050
Posted By Sorg67

I am a hypocrite. I do not stop for stop signs,...

I am a hypocrite. I do not stop for stop signs, but I think I should.

If we do not follow the rules of the road then we forfeit our right to complain about cars, trucks and motorcycles who do...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-20-20, 01:10 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,659
Posted By Sorg67

And I have a dealer who can get me a 2021 Roubaix...

And I have a dealer who can get me a 2021 Roubaix Comp with Ultegra components, retail $3,600 for $3,300......

Can I send you my wife's cell phone and get you to explain to her why this is are...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-17-20, 12:49 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 7,275
Posted By Sorg67

Shave a few pounds with a fancy bike. Add a few...

Shave a few pounds with a fancy bike. Add a few pounds back with the lock you have to carry..... hahahaha
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