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04-16-24, 05:04 PM
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Posted By boomer58

Wyd - So glad to hear about your progress. I...

Wyd - So glad to hear about your progress. I have known some diabetics who think that by taking a shot or a pill they can eat a couple eclairs or donuts on their way to the McDonalds for a big mac....
04-16-24, 03:46 PM
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Posted By victorm

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04-15-24, 02:24 PM
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Posted By Mike94531

old thread I know.... Type I diabetic here,...

old thread I know....

Type I diabetic here, cancer treatment side effects (opdivo and yervoy cocktail) took out my pancreas in a month.

My normal route is a 12 mile round trip ride. I eat a...
12-17-23, 11:35 PM
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Posted By Mtracer

Just saw this now and I too want to congratulate...

Just saw this now and I too want to congratulate you on the changes you've made. When I read your opening post, I immediately thought he's likely going to improve with exercise and the likely weight...
10-21-23, 06:07 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,730
Posted By RH Clark

Very big congratulations. I am glad you learned...

Very big congratulations. I am glad you learned how to reverse it rather than just managing it.
10-08-23, 12:57 PM
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Posted By munkeyfish

I sent the good folks ar Priority an email asking...

I sent the good folks ar Priority an email asking about weight limits. I got a reply of that they have never tested them to have a rating, but they recommend a limit of 275. If anyone was wondering...
05-25-23, 10:18 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,730
Posted By elcruxio

Those are incredibly difficult things to control...

Those are incredibly difficult things to control in studies. Insulin goes hand in hand with a lot of those thinga because most of them are caused by high BG's. And when high BG's are present, so are...
05-25-23, 06:30 AM
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Posted By Jughed

Not sure its a myth. I'm not digging to deep into...

Not sure its a myth. I'm not digging to deep into it, but you can research it yourself. Quick quote:

"Because of the largely unrestricted insulin signaling, hyperinsulinemia increases the risk of...
05-25-23, 05:09 AM
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Views: 2,730
Posted By elcruxio

There seems to be a lot of misinformation about...

There seems to be a lot of misinformation about diabetes on this thread.

Firstly, the categorization of type 1, type 2, MODY, and LADA is still misleading. As we're finding more information about...
05-24-23, 03:13 PM
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Posted By Attilio

It depends on if you're on insulin or not. ...

It depends on if you're on insulin or not.

Lifelong type 1 (the one that isn't my fault), super skinny, fit and active. I eat more before the ride and have an idea of what/how to eat for what kind...
05-24-23, 08:58 AM
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Posted By ricksessions

Diabetes Training Camp

Check out Diabetes Training Camp. Avoiding exercise-induced hypoglycemia is part of what they teach, and they have a camp for Type 2s.
05-24-23, 07:52 AM
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Posted By livedarklions

Except when it isn't.

Except when it isn't.
05-24-23, 07:49 AM
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Posted By jaxgtr

My wife has been type 1 since she was 9 and...

My wife has been type 1 since she was 9 and keeping her glucose levels up can be a challenge. We always have gels, which she hates, for emergencies, but we do add carb mix into her bottles. It is...
05-23-23, 07:08 PM
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Posted By Baldy1953

Been a diabetic for almost 25 years. I am a type...

Been a diabetic for almost 25 years. I am a type 2 and have never had an incident of too low blood sugar while riding. Dehydration is a bigger problem for me. I check my blood sugar level after a...
05-23-23, 01:21 PM
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Posted By Leisesturm

This will sound snarky but it isn't meant to be....

This will sound snarky but it isn't meant to be. Diabetes has an onset of 10 years. No one is ever 'new to it'. If you want to increase your activity level to burn additional calories that's a good...
05-23-23, 01:08 PM
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Posted By Fredo76

I'm type II, and I don't take any medicines that...

I'm type II, and I don't take any medicines that directly lower sugar, except long-acting insulin at night. I've never had hypoglycemia while riding, but my longest rides are only about 3 hours. I...
05-23-23, 12:48 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,730
Posted By Iride01

Type I or Type II? Likely makes a difference in...

Type I or Type II? Likely makes a difference in how you have to approach the issue. All the stuff I've ever casually read about it says to monitor your blood sugar more closely. There use to be or...
05-23-23, 12:43 PM
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Views: 2,730
Posted By Barry2

My Garmin estimates calories (just being alive) +...

My Garmin estimates calories (just being alive) + calories (for the activity) = total calories.

I use prior activity calories to estimate what my intake should over the duration of an upcoming...
08-25-22, 07:28 PM
Replies: 7,839
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Posted By mr,grumpy

Went for a chill-group group ride today, I am...

Went for a chill-group group ride today, I am really liking my FX.
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08-25-22, 02:50 AM
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Posted By Cornchips

I'm the type of guy who loves to ROAM around... ...

I'm the type of guy who loves to ROAM around...

Semi-impulsive buy on bookface marketplace. Practically brand-new, apparently it was a bike provided for under warranty from the store it was bought...
08-20-22, 06:02 AM
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Posted By eatontkd

"Take me to the river..." ...

"Take me to the river..."
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08-13-22, 02:25 PM
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Posted By jdogg111

where did u get those handlebars, I'm digging on...

where did u get those handlebars, I'm digging on them, thanks
08-13-22, 09:27 AM
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Posted By Dragum

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11,79kg / 11,47kg (320g pedals)
06-22-22, 01:15 PM
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Posted By SkinGriz

Nice. What frame and rear hub? Thank you.

Nice.

What frame and rear hub?
Thank you.
05-06-22, 01:39 PM
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Views: 4,157
Posted By hokiefyd

Hi, Eileen. I think the most important factors...

Hi, Eileen. I think the most important factors for a new bike are:

Does it fit well and feel good to you? If the frame is too small, you may feel cramped or squished while riding. If the frame...
03-06-22, 09:52 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 889
Posted By Tylerls1

yeah I had to ride 2 hours to find one at a shop....

yeah I had to ride 2 hours to find one at a shop. It reminded me more of a bmx bike which I grew up riding so I bought it. I’m not a avid rider but I like exercise and the freedom to ride. Having fun...
02-20-22, 10:23 PM
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Posted By hbsyncro

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02-13-22, 01:47 PM
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Posted By 3speedslow

Using this winter time to change my cruiser....

Using this winter time to change my cruiser. First was the headset replaced with a nice Tange Levin CD unit. Ended up milling the ID to fit the 30.2 cups but kept the 27 crown race diameter.
...
02-09-22, 08:33 PM
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Posted By Iron Horse

As an idea or suggestion, find a bare bones...

As an idea or suggestion, find a bare bones cruiser frame. Older ones in "patina'd" shape can be found very cheaply (sometimes free). Go to the local metal recyclers, find a pair of alloy rims, lace...
01-24-22, 05:36 PM
Replies: 1,497
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Posted By jamesj

Just picked this up the other day. A New...

Just picked this up the other day.
A New Belgium FELT cruiser from 2010 number 270, I've wanted this model for some time. Pretty much original, missing grip ends but pretty much all there. love the...
01-06-22, 08:01 PM
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Posted By 3speedslow

Most recent. I wanted the old style chainring on...

Most recent. I wanted the old style chainring on it so found a free set in great condition. Also found a nice 70’s seatpost bolt with the “S” on it to install.

I was having trouble with the seat...
12-27-21, 11:15 PM
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Posted By matton

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Not particularly a Cruiser bike but gets the job done around beaches. I...
12-20-21, 01:08 PM
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Posted By ckelly_22

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12-19-21, 10:18 AM
Replies: 1,497
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Posted By FREEBIRD1

Changed out the Bayside stock tires to Schwalble...

Changed out the Bayside stock tires to Schwalble Big Apples, I noticed about a 15-20% better efficiency in this bike, and the ride and handling is way better. Out for a little 29 deg. 4 mile ride,...
12-19-21, 08:52 AM
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Posted By FREEBIRD1

Another Good Cheap Cruiser

Picked this one up on discount for $150, it had a dented fender (not using it anyways). 7 speed and v-brakes to boot, after tuning and greasing it's very smooth, comfortable and stops very good. Nice...
12-01-21, 04:25 PM
Replies: 1,497
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Posted By FREEBIRD1

The Bayside

$198 for this little cruiser, all the usual department store bike issues , but not bad. They never have enough grease in these causing premature bearing failure, took the crank one out and it was...
11-30-21, 03:42 PM
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Posted By 3speedslow

Chain run and with a few adjustments off for a...

Chain run and with a few adjustments off for a ride around the neighborhood!
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11-28-21, 04:22 PM
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Posted By 3speedslow

Some more progress. Left to do, chain and cut...

Some more progress. Left to do, chain and cut housing and run cable. We still have some 60 degree weather to look forward to so eager to roll this around my town till it turns ugly.
...
11-27-21, 02:53 PM
Replies: 1,497
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Posted By 3speedslow

Holiday delays but making progress re: Schwinn...

Holiday delays but making progress re: Schwinn Riverside cruiser.
...
11-23-21, 11:07 AM
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Posted By eatontkd

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Freezing temps and drive thru banking.
11-21-21, 05:32 PM
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Views: 2,874,237
Posted By mgopack42

Pair of Trek District 4, his and hers

Posted a NBD thread with details. Pics only here.
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11-17-21, 06:55 PM
Replies: 1,497
Views: 535,274
Posted By 3speedslow

Hello everyone! Regular at the C&V sub forum...

Hello everyone!

Regular at the C&V sub forum but brought this cruiser home tonight and thought I would share it with you. I believe it to be a 2010 Schwinn Riverside. Looks brand new under all the...
09-24-21, 09:44 AM
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Views: 2,874,237
Posted By SteveKB

This 2019 Giant Escape 3 is now my SUV, use it...

This 2019 Giant Escape 3 is now my SUV, use it instead of the car.
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08-29-21, 08:28 PM
Replies: 1,497
Views: 535,274
Posted By Iron Horse

Very nice bikes! I especially like the...

Very nice bikes! I especially like the "Lemon."
08-26-21, 07:12 AM
Replies: 1,497
Views: 535,274
Posted By macstuff

Heres a few cruisers I've made in the past year. ...

Heres a few cruisers I've made in the past year.


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07-08-21, 10:48 PM
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Views: 2,874,237
Posted By sjanzeir

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06-24-21, 03:15 PM
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Views: 698
Posted By restlessswind

Step-Over Electra Townies

Ok, From the beginning, I always would squeam and squawk about these hideous looking bikes. However, I feel it is an acquired taste. First, I bought my wife a new Step-thru Towie Go (e-bike) a...
06-16-21, 05:18 PM
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Views: 2,874,237
Posted By Brambo

Canyon Roadlite CF 8.0 ...

Canyon Roadlite CF 8.0
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05-06-21, 11:17 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 7,802
Posted By JehD

Thanks. Im waiting for a new seatpost so I can...

Thanks. Im waiting for a new seatpost so I can put my Brooks B130 on it. Ive broken that one in on my Electra and am going to swap it over. If it works and I have no reason to assume it wont Ill be...
04-27-21, 10:16 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 7,802
Posted By JehD

NBD. My "Cruiser-esque" Mongoose Dolomite ALX

So today was NBD, and like most things it’s about want vs need. When I got my Electra 7D about a year and 1/2 ago I wanted the Fat Tire version but being the end of the year they went NLA and I...
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