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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-22-22, 11:51 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 931
Posted By livedarklions

They had to rule that out for me a couple years...

They had to rule that out for me a couple years ago when I got several unexplained blood clots. The lab was actually having trouble locating some of the tests that were ordered.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-22-22, 10:46 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 931
Posted By bikehoco

Funny. Most people make an appointment with...

Funny.

Most people make an appointment with a doctor AND talk to others to see if they’ve had similar experiences.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-21-22, 10:17 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 931
Posted By big john

I was just thinking about a roller or roller...

I was just thinking about a roller or roller ball. I use a plastic ball on my quads sometimes to help recovery. Some people swear by the foam rollers.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-21-22, 09:01 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 931
Posted By big john

I started riding bicycles to get stronger for...

I started riding bicycles to get stronger for dirt biking. After doing both for a while my quads burned a lot, seemed like all the time. It took a long time for it to stop happening.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-21-22, 12:32 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 931
Posted By Paul Barnard

Order some Sport Legs supplements and try them.

Order some Sport Legs supplements and try them.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-06-22, 09:51 AM
Replies: 445
Views: 19,722
Posted By msu2001la

E-bikes are fun to ride. I would've absolutely...

E-bikes are fun to ride. I would've absolutely wanted something like that when I was a kid. I didn't care about the "physical fitness" aspect of cycling until I was much older. I rode bikes because...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-04-21, 09:57 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,241
Posted By terrymorse

A good starting point is the League of American...

A good starting point is the League of American Bicyclists (https://www.bikeleague.org/content/bike-clubs).

They have some resources for clubs, including insurance.

Another popular insurance...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-15-21, 06:25 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,442
Posted By zen_

I ran an Alba crank for 7-8K miles last year and...

I ran an Alba crank for 7-8K miles last year and honestly didn't mind it at all for an entry level crank. It shifts good, and I think I had a whooping two chain drops even though I don't pay much...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-14-21, 09:27 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,442
Posted By dwmckee

In square taper cranks it is very easy to shim...

In square taper cranks it is very easy to shim out jist the drive side of the crank with a piece of shim stock on two sides of the square taper, effectively making it a wee bit thicker and that...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-14-21, 09:23 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,442
Posted By dwmckee

If you do not cross-chain drastically then not...

If you do not cross-chain drastically then not such a problem. And very precise tuning can get it pretty good. You could see if the mechanic could shim out your crank to the right side a millimeter...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-14-21, 03:49 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,442
Posted By unterhausen

I read that and really don't know what it means. ...

I read that and really don't know what it means. It rubs on the crank? It rubs on the front derailleur?

I think that's a chainline problem if not an issue with rear triangle alignment. Does the...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-13-21, 08:55 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,442
Posted By dwmckee

If the chain is rubbing the side of the large...

If the chain is rubbing the side of the large chain ring when in higher gears on the small front chain ring it could be due to a chainline problem. GRX cranks are spaced outward an additional 2.5mm...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-12-21, 10:35 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,442
Posted By mstateglfr

Chain rub isn't due to the crank, its due to the...

Chain rub isn't due to the crank, its due to the drivetrain needing to be adjusted.
I have 2 praxis zayante cranks- a 50/34 and 48/32. Just like any other system, when there is chain rub, I...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-16-21, 12:13 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,022
Posted By Elvo

Unless you're pulling most of the time on flats,...

Unless you're pulling most of the time on flats, your speed while drafting will be completely unrelated to your climbing speed.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-07-21, 05:12 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,201
Posted By SapInMyBlood

I find (for me) sticking to HR is a much easier...

I find (for me) sticking to HR is a much easier way of setting my pace for long rides. My aerobic magic number is 155. If I stay below that, I can ride 12+ hours

As soon as I let myself go...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-07-21, 11:28 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,201
Posted By rm -rf

Years ago, I liked using heart rate to pace up...

Years ago, I liked using heart rate to pace up very long climbs. I just did it by experience, seeing what heart rate I could maintain. It was helpful keep from going too hard at the bottom of the...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-06-21, 07:39 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,201
Posted By WhyFi

Gotcha. Yeah, feel it out. It might take a...

Gotcha.

Yeah, feel it out. It might take a couple tries, but you'll figure out the pacing. On long rides (100+ miles), I like to start out very conservatively, often in the 65-70% region if I...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-05-21, 02:37 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,201
Posted By Seattle Forrest

Mine have always been within 1 bpm for running...

Mine have always been within 1 bpm for running LTHR. I never tried to figure out what the number is for cycling because power works better for me.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-05-21, 09:53 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,201
Posted By Iride01

Even when they are accurate, your actual ability...

Even when they are accurate, your actual ability for any given day might not be what your LTHR or any other number might suggest.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-05-21, 09:23 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,201
Posted By gregf83

I always try to ride lomg climbs at FTP. Doesn’t...

I always try to ride lomg climbs at FTP. Doesn’t always happen depending on what precedes the climb but that’s my goal on anything over 30min.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-05-21, 09:14 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,201
Posted By WhyFi

It really depends on the desired intensity and...

It really depends on the desired intensity and expected duration of not only the climb but of the rest of your ride, as well. Your FTP is your hour-ish power, so go from there.

My "climbs" are...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-31-21, 10:50 AM
Replies: 108
Views: 10,114
Posted By RChung

My condolences. You'll never get that part of...

My condolences. You'll never get that part of your life back. Sorry for your loss.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-31-21, 10:30 AM
Replies: 108
Views: 10,114
Posted By Quiglesnbits

I just read through this whole thing, and I...

I just read through this whole thing, and I hesitate to bring this thread back to the top, but OP, I would recommend to you that you examine which areas you struggled to be more than "reasonably well...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-26-21, 09:05 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,607
Posted By Snotrub

Agreed. It's the worst thing that has come into...

Agreed. It's the worst thing that has come into cycling since EPO.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-19-21, 03:10 PM
Replies: 147
Views: 12,987
Posted By surak

Also running lower pressure without risking pinch...

Also running lower pressure without risking pinch flats, which can make a noticeable difference in comfort and even speed if the ride surface is rough.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-29-20, 06:34 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,204
Posted By Trsnrtr

I'm ~200# and run 80 front and 85 rear . These...

I'm ~200# and run 80 front and 85 rear . These are 25s and are plenty hard at that pressure.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-26-20, 10:15 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,204
Posted By guadzilla

I go 80f/85r and am quite happy with it. Am...

I go 80f/85r and am quite happy with it. Am 180lb or so.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-25-20, 07:08 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,204
Posted By wthensler

I’m 195 and run 75-80 on my 28mm tubeless Bianchi...

I’m 195 and run 75-80 on my 28mm tubeless Bianchi Infinito. FYI, I just bought a Domane and that has 32mm tubeless which I run about 65. Huge difference!!
Forum: Road Cycling
09-25-20, 06:18 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,204
Posted By WhyFi

I'm around 180. With 23mm internal width rims,...

I'm around 180. With 23mm internal width rims, I'm running my modern 28s a little under 60 up front, a little over 60 in the rear. When I had narrower rims (17mm int), I was running them a little...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-25-20, 05:15 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,204
Posted By mattcalifornia

I'm 181 at my last weigh-in, also riding 28mm...

I'm 181 at my last weigh-in, also riding 28mm Conti GP 5000TL tires. I've been riding 80 in the back and 70-75 in the front. However, I notice that they lose pressure over time, so if I'm going for...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-25-20, 04:59 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,204
Posted By eduskator

What's your rim's internal width? I'd start...

What's your rim's internal width? I'd start around 80 & see if you like it. Then, you can adjust.

There are calculators available on the internet that can suggest you optimal pressure. They will...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-25-20, 04:58 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,204
Posted By cxwrench

Excellent advice from the previous posters....

Excellent advice from the previous posters. Here's my formula. It starts w/ a 23mm tire at what I would consider maximum reasonable pressure: 100psi. If you find yourself needing more pressure for...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-25-20, 04:36 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,204
Posted By sshakari

Im 180lbs and ride 28s with 85 psi.

Im 180lbs and ride 28s with 85 psi.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-25-20, 04:23 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,204
Posted By noodle soup

I can't imagine going any higher than 80/85. I'd...

I can't imagine going any higher than 80/85. I'd try 70/75psi.

FTR, I'm 189#, and use 55/60 on 30mm tires
Forum: Road Cycling
09-25-20, 04:15 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,204
Posted By spdntrxi

try 80/85 and go down from there.. issues :...

try 80/85 and go down from there..

issues : some big tires fell kinda crappy with low pressure and also I find 80ish psi kinda getting close to the upper limit of sealant working well in tubeless...
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