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Forum: Road Cycling
06-16-23, 04:17 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,318
Posted By baj32161

Hey!!!! Thanks so much for your comments. I do...

Hey!!!! Thanks so much for your comments. I do indeed rejeber you from "the old days" and remember you as always fun and inspiring.

I'm so sorry to hear if your challenges over the years...and...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-03-23, 09:37 AM
Replies: 147
Views: 8,356
Posted By baj32161

Am I a retrogrouch?

Don't get me wrong, I love tech but, for the riding I do (exercise, fun and peace & quiet) I don't see any need get the latest tech

I like my clinchers with tubes and my rim brakes. They're easier...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-07-23, 06:14 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,584
Posted By ussprinceton

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Forum: Road Cycling
05-01-23, 08:14 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,584
Posted By The Chemist

My longest ride ever. Would have gone for the...

My longest ride ever. Would have gone for the even 300 except it was dark, my headlight had run out of battery, and I was in an unfamiliar city.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-14-23, 12:30 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,584
Posted By RJC1811

Well, you can’t really call mine bike rides. I...

Well, you can’t really call mine bike rides. I had knee replacement surgery on Jan 5th and have been recovering since. I’m on the bike most days. At first unable to make full revolutions so just used...
02-07-23, 11:42 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,110
Posted By blacknbluebikes

Sorry for the late post, but I had indeed noticed...

Sorry for the late post, but I had indeed noticed your absence for a while. Glad to hear you seem to be on the mend. Hope you can enjoy your summer.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-17-23, 03:38 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,584
Posted By theoutdoorsclub

A new challenge awaits

I haven't been riding consistently in over 14 years. I've been more on the running side of things with an occasional triathlon in the mix. This year I am challenging myself to really get back on the...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-10-23, 06:42 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,584
Posted By classic carl

My first ride of 2023 didn't go as planned. I...

My first ride of 2023 didn't go as planned. I developed a cut sidewall on my rear (tubeless) tire after only 13 miles on New Year's Day. Fortunately, It was a slow leak and I was only .7 miles from...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-09-23, 01:42 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,584
Posted By jsigone

60 miles for donuts and coffee....another fine...

60 miles for donuts and coffee....another fine day in San Diego

https://www.strava.com/activities/8354919380

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Forum: Road Cycling
01-08-23, 06:14 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,584
Posted By texbiker

I rode each day this week. 4 times on the road...

I rode each day this week. 4 times on the road and 3 times in Zwift.
https://www.texbiker.net/blog/2023/01/02/zwift-inside-wet-streets-outside-watopia-volcano-flat-route/...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-07-23, 01:04 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,584
Posted By bampilot06

Recently traded in my cervelo c2 in for an Emonda...

Recently traded in my cervelo c2 in for an Emonda ALR 5. Last night was the first time I got to ride it. Went out at 8 pm and did a quick 40. Was concerned about the drivers on a Friday night, but...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-15-22, 10:15 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 243
Posted By Juan Foote

I am really glad to read this. IDK why but as I...

I am really glad to read this. IDK why but as I was lying in bed for my middle of the night, think about totally rando stuff until going back to sleep, y'all came to mind. Good things happening, nice.
Replies: 41
Views: 4,908
Posted By unterhausen

I forget if I mentioned this before, but riding...

I forget if I mentioned this before, but riding with an unregistered rider is against the rules for registered riders. So nobody can predict if this will cause problems for OP.
Replies: 41
Views: 4,908
Posted By samkl

I wouldn't have a problem with it and I doubt...

I wouldn't have a problem with it and I doubt many people would notice. But why not actually participate? You won't get the full experience if you're just observing and riding along when convenient....
Replies: 41
Views: 4,908
Posted By unterhausen

Rumor has it that they are going to do bike...

Rumor has it that they are going to do bike checks on the course. So fitting in would be important. Not having a number plate might get you unwanted attention. Like you say, the roads are open, but...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-03-22, 09:42 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 548
Posted By eduskator

315km in 5 rides this long Canada Day weekend....

315km in 5 rides this long Canada Day weekend. Beautiful weather here. Legs need a well deserved break now.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-22, 12:47 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 432
Posted By bikecrate

I went out two weekends ago on Sunday. Did a nice...

I went out two weekends ago on Sunday. Did a nice ride out to Flatwoods park and back for 44 miles. This Saturday went to Weedon Is. for 40 miles. Sunday rode the Courtney Campbell Parkway trail to...
06-12-22, 12:41 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,211
Posted By OldTryGuy

GLAD to read of the continued pairs riding. You...

GLAD to read of the continued pairs riding. You all are very inspiring and I wish for long rides and lots of them for the both of you. :thumb: :thumb:
Forum: Road Cycling
04-02-22, 02:31 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 916
Posted By NJgreyhead

First ride on a newly-approved route. Windy day. ...

First ride on a newly-approved route. Windy day.
Detailed write-up here: https://NJgreyheadBikes.blogspot.com
...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-23-22, 03:43 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 788
Posted By NJgreyhead

Road-tested another possible RUSA route...

Road-tested another possible RUSA route yesterday.
Detailed write-up, route profile and more pics here: https://ridewithgps.com/trips/85416831

...
Forum: Touring
03-05-22, 07:44 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,066
Posted By alan s

Wow, he’s had an amazing recovery so far. I wish...

Wow, he’s had an amazing recovery so far. I wish the both of you the best.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-10-22, 03:05 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 720
Posted By NJgreyhead

This month's metric century. Full write-up...

This month's metric century.
Full write-up here: https://NJgreyheadBikes.blogspot.com

...
01-07-22, 08:15 PM
Replies: 584
Views: 113,679
Posted By qcpmsame

Most welcome news, it’s good to see you and Rowan...

Most welcome news, it’s good to see you and Rowan cycling again. Keep the progress going.

Bill
01-03-22, 06:19 AM
Replies: 584
Views: 113,679
Posted By OldTryGuy

Happy-HAPPY New Year to both of you and >>> ...

Happy-HAPPY New Year to both of you and >>>

AWESOME!!!!!
Forum: Road Cycling
12-26-21, 07:36 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,199
Posted By rumrunn6

fantastic! slightly diff. situation in MA today ...

fantastic! slightly diff. situation in MA today

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Forum: Road Cycling
12-13-21, 09:09 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,199
Posted By bikecrate

I had a great ride on Saturday in the Ocala Nat....

I had a great ride on Saturday in the Ocala Nat. Forest. Temps were in the low 60's and almost no wind. I was flying (for me) up and down the hills for 41 miles. Sunday rain was in the area so I...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-12-21, 05:53 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,199
Posted By NJgreyhead

Wind-chilly ride in South Jersey today. The...

Wind-chilly ride in South Jersey today. The forecast underestimated the wind velocity; it really ripped across the open farm fields.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-08-21, 07:25 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,199
Posted By phobucket

I just started an 18-week plan from couch to...

I just started an 18-week plan from couch to century. Today was ride 1 of week 2 and I managed to 5 mi / 18:18 / 16.5mph. Now if I can just hold that pace for 20X the distance I'll be golden. ;-) ...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-08-21, 09:00 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,199
Posted By NJgreyhead

Rode 'down Jersey' with a buddy. Finished my...

Rode 'down Jersey' with a buddy. Finished my first RUSA P-12.



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10-23-21, 08:15 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,925
Posted By qcpmsame

Been here since back in ‘08, remember all the...

Been here since back in ‘08, remember all the folks Joe mentioned. Know the alter-egos that still mean a lot to me as friends. Some are gone on to a better place, a few are dealing with serious...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-19-21, 02:08 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,418
Posted By Mojo31

Where is the option for "buy a third?"

Where is the option for "buy a third?"
Forum: Road Cycling
10-17-21, 04:13 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 919
Posted By tempocyclist

Snap three-day lockdown here in Tasmania...

Snap three-day lockdown here in Tasmania (hopefully ending tonight). We're allowed out for a two hour exercise period as long as we stick within a 5km radius of home...

Decided to see just how far...
10-01-21, 12:13 PM
Replies: 584
Views: 113,679
Posted By MNBikeCommuter

Wow. I take a break from BF for quite a while...

Wow. I take a break from BF for quite a while and then find this. Rowan and Machka, it is quite the story to read in one sitting, knowing the great length of time it's spread out. I guess it has...
09-15-21, 09:45 PM
Replies: 584
Views: 113,679
Posted By Hondo Gravel

I’m pulling for Rowan all the way from South...

I’m pulling for Rowan all the way from South Texas.
09-15-21, 07:26 PM
Replies: 584
Views: 113,679
Posted By jppe

Thanks for the updates! It’s great to hear that...

Thanks for the updates! It’s great to hear that cycling still plays a part in what you do.
09-08-21, 11:44 PM
Replies: 584
Views: 113,679
Posted By raceboy

That Rowan takes a licking and keeps on ticking!...

That Rowan takes a licking and keeps on ticking! Stay strong.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-24-21, 08:29 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,456
Posted By tempocyclist

The perfect way to celebrate a big (or any)...

The perfect way to celebrate a big (or any) birthday! I cycle down that way a fair bit, either around the Seven Mile / Airport area or down to Cremorne and Clifton.

:)
Forum: Road Cycling
08-24-21, 07:56 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,456
Posted By bikecrate

Somewhat miserable 43 mile ride on Saturday to...

Somewhat miserable 43 mile ride on Saturday to Philippe Park. Really hot. I stopped under a shade tree a few miles from home just to prevent overheating. Sunday family stuff kept me off the bike.
08-20-21, 09:31 AM
Replies: 584
Views: 113,679
Posted By Maelochs

Just checking in on the Rowan situation after a...

Just checking in on the Rowan situation after a while away .... much better news than I had feared I would find. Both Rowan and Machka are inspiring.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-17-21, 07:36 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,456
Posted By bbattle

I was down in Morgan County looking for some...

I was down in Morgan County looking for some climbs. The first one wasn't so bad but it got steeper near the top. The second was short but steep and the road was mostly gravel and wet. Front wheel...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-25-21, 04:59 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 891
Posted By indyfabz

Did an overnight last weekend. 27 miles on an...

Did an overnight last weekend. 27 miles on an unpaved trail then 5 of hills on road, with double digit grades. Return the same way Sunday. Heat index over 100 degrees Saturday. Managed to cook dinner...
06-29-21, 03:10 AM
Replies: 162
Views: 9,155
Posted By Ghazmh

Handlebar bags are now cool.

Handlebar bags are now cool.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-22-21, 11:21 PM
Replies: 236
Views: 20,174
Posted By caloso

Yeah, I don’t think any of those rules are weird...

Yeah, I don’t think any of those rules are weird for a ride organized by a club.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-22-21, 11:12 PM
Replies: 236
Views: 20,174
Posted By terrymorse

Let's see. A shirtless, helmetless guy on a...

Let's see. A shirtless, helmetless guy on a hybrid shows up as a stranger on a group ride.

A guy who looks like that most likely has sketchy skills. I'm not riding anywhere near him.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-22-21, 10:25 PM
Replies: 236
Views: 20,174
Posted By krakhaus

You show up to a club ride with no helmet, they...

You show up to a club ride with no helmet, they say you can't ride with them, but you do anyway, then you crash. I think you made their point quite well.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-22-21, 09:58 PM
Replies: 236
Views: 20,174
Posted By colnago62

There is this thing called liability. Groups tend...

There is this thing called liability. Groups tend to try to reduce that as much as possible. Around here, if you showed up with no helmet to an organized ride without signing the waiver, you would be...
Forum: Touring
05-13-21, 08:30 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,417
Posted By Happy Feet

Mama mia. When it rains... Glad to hear he...

Mama mia. When it rains...

Glad to hear he is recovering.
One positive is that they are very good these days at fixing some of the things that cause them. I'm the senior F/A at work and about 6...
05-12-21, 07:43 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 12,860
Posted By qcpmsame

With my family history, I was sure a major heat...

With my family history, I was sure a major heat attack would have taken me long before now My dad passed at 49, while mom and I tried our best to use CPR, grandmother (paternal) had major, fatal...
04-17-21, 08:00 PM
Replies: 584
Views: 113,679
Posted By Cyclist0108

Rowan There are many additional folks cheering...

Rowan There are many additional folks cheering you on who might be too shy to post (moi).
04-12-21, 12:14 AM
Replies: 584
Views: 113,679
Posted By tmac100

I have been away from this forum for some time as...

I have been away from this forum for some time as I have finally retired (at the age of 72) and now live in Portugal. Learning Portuguese is tougher than anything I have ever done - including the...
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