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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-19-23, 06:24 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,716
Posted By Jughed

To be fair... My directions from the doc...

To be fair...

My directions from the doc were to take insulin and eat 45-60 grams of carbs per meal. Up to 180 grams of carbs per day**, offset by a lifetime of medicine(s) - both oral in...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-20-23, 07:02 PM
Replies: 125
Views: 6,474
Posted By soyabean

Phone holders aren't the most reliable and the...

Phone holders aren't the most reliable and the solid ones are very heavy.

Every time I cycle I don't need to know my speeds or where I've been because I ride for the pure of it.

I know how fast...
Forum: Alt Bike Culture
11-18-23, 03:48 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,590
Posted By Alan K

It my city, bicyclists can use sidewalks with...

It my city, bicyclists can use sidewalks with caution and as long as they do not interfere with pedestrians’ usage of the sidewalk. In other words, they do have priority over bicyclist, especially if...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-05-23, 03:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 478
Posted By bruce19

Good job. We are with you.

Good job. We are with you.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-05-23, 02:25 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 478
Posted By Pratt

Good for you! In my opinion, fast is highly...

Good for you!
In my opinion, fast is highly over rated. That being said, I got passed on the GAP by a young woman with only one leg.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-02-23, 11:27 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 478
Posted By raceboy

Congrats! Cycling 6 weeks after a TKR sounds like...

Congrats! Cycling 6 weeks after a TKR sounds like great progress. I should be having one myself in a few months and hearing your news is very encouraging!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-20-23, 04:10 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,716
Posted By wyd

I posted this thread back in May so here's a...

I posted this thread back in May so here's a little update for anyone that might be interested. So since the 2nd week in December til now I use to take 4 shots a day. Fast forward til as of this week...
Forum: Living Car Free
09-04-23, 11:40 AM
Replies: 118
Views: 8,011
Posted By Bully4

Basically, the concept seems to be concentrated...

Basically, the concept seems to be concentrated on separating a person from their car. Sorry, but restricting a person's ability to travel by means of further "taxation" is a form of control. ...
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-16-23, 12:12 PM
Replies: 1,504
Views: 442,631
Posted By jfouellette

Ridding around an old part of Montreal with my...

Ridding around an old part of Montreal with my Dahon Glide urban bike.


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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-11-23, 03:58 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 4,754
Posted By Jedneck

Because 7 bikes is cheaper than more than one...

Because 7 bikes is cheaper than more than one spouse
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-11-23, 03:56 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 4,754
Posted By nomadmax

I have a dozen bikes; because I can ;) And I ride...

I have a dozen bikes; because I can ;) And I ride them all. OP, I've had women ask me the very same question. I hope they're all doing well, but continue to do it someplace else :roflmao2:
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-23-23, 09:09 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 704
Posted By tdonline

I had a Dahon d8 that was slightly too long for...

I had a Dahon d8 that was slightly too long for me. I also belong in the short reach club. I swapped out the handle bar with a curved one and the handful inches toward me was enough to make it...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-10-23, 07:47 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,262
Posted By tcs

Get the on-sale Vybe. Fine bike, good frame,...

Get the on-sale Vybe. Fine bike, good frame, good clamp, has the new proprietary Deltec cable (this is actually a frame upgrade), adjustable handlepost, has your required fenders and rack, Henry...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
06-05-23, 09:12 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,373
Posted By Carbonfiberboy

At 77, the only thing that keeps me operational...

At 77, the only thing that keeps me operational is strength training at a gym, with as much weight as I can handle with good form for reps. IME strength training prevents joint problems. When...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-31-23, 06:35 PM
Replies: 1,504
Views: 442,631
Posted By stargazer48

In China with a speedy 3 speed Dahon. ...

In China with a speedy 3 speed Dahon.
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Stone Forests near Kunming, China...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-24-23, 07:35 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,716
Posted By Bearhawker

Too many of my relatives have died, or are...

Too many of my relatives have died, or are suffering from T2D that i've made it a priority to never get it. My Mom's husband has lost a retina and absolutely refuses to stop eating carbs. Horrible...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-24-23, 07:22 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,716
Posted By RH Clark

Type 2 is completely reversable through diet. The...

Type 2 is completely reversable through diet. The last thing you need is something to raise sugar. You have to work on getting insulin sensitive again. Your body has had to make extra insulin so long...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-23-23, 01:21 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,716
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...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-19-23, 05:25 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,052
Posted By james89

Rough crowd in here today. I wasn’t asking if I...

Rough crowd in here today. I wasn’t asking if I should or shouldn’t replace parts on an old bike. I thought these forums were filled with people that liked doing that sort of thing (yes I know not to...
Forum: Beach Cruisers
05-17-23, 08:32 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 922
Posted By 55murray

That is good for 20 miles easy, just not at 20mph!

That is good for 20 miles easy, just not at 20mph!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-16-23, 11:28 PM
Replies: 149
Views: 5,224
Posted By raceboy

Advantage of clipless to me when I first wore...

Advantage of clipless to me when I first wore them was the mostly psychological feeling of feeling mechanically connected to the bike and more efficient. Now with arthritic knees and inching ever...
Forum: Utility Cycling
05-16-23, 05:33 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,523
Posted By EqualizerRiding

Important to stay active and flexible with age....

Important to stay active and flexible with age. Even if it means giving up that diamond frame. Mixtes have a lower top tube, are easier to mount and dismount, which means you can go larger size for a...
Forum: Living Car Free
05-16-23, 06:02 AM
Replies: 118
Views: 8,011
Posted By Kalas

You will own nothing, eat ze bugs in your 15...

You will own nothing, eat ze bugs in your 15 minute city and be happy, or else.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-12-23, 09:45 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 1,652
Posted By mstateglfr

This thread question is sort of like asking...

This thread question is sort of like asking 'which should I eat- partially cooked ground beef or partially cooked chicken?' since neither is great. And yeah, people are going to naturally ask- why...
Forum: Beach Cruisers
05-12-23, 06:20 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 693
Posted By Cdubs

My First Cruiser

I recently picked up this CCM Legacy for $15.00 CDN. It was neglected for a couple of years and had a great big child seat on the back. I gave it a quick clean and lube and took it for a quick spin....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-10-23, 09:14 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 2,662
Posted By rumrunn6

mouth open if you want more oxygen, I've...

mouth open

if you want more oxygen, I've read, you can exhale thru pursed lips. this increases the pressure in the lungs alveoli, where osmosis takes place. I think it works when I do it

for...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-09-23, 08:52 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 2,662
Posted By indyfabz

I’ve graduated from a walker to a cane, and more...

I’ve graduated from a walker to a cane, and more and more I’m not using that. I got a good chuckle this afternoon. The walker in my bedroom has become a clothes rack, just like a lot of exercise...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-09-23, 04:42 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 2,662
Posted By spelger

oh not just breathing. Notice how it segued into...

oh not just breathing. Notice how it segued into snot rocket.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-09-23, 04:10 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,314
Posted By Paul Barnard

Welcome to the forum. Everything has risks. We...

Welcome to the forum. Everything has risks. We are vulnerable as bicyclists. We have to ride very defensively and stay on our situational awareness A game. Riding defensively isn't completely...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-09-23, 03:50 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 1,652
Posted By mstateglfr

How small is the condo that a bike can't be...

How small is the condo that a bike can't be stashed against a wall of a bedroom? Toss it in the tub when not showering.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-09-23, 02:27 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 2,662
Posted By Eric F

Riding with my mouth open is how I fuel my body...

Riding with my mouth open is how I fuel my body to ride. Gnats are like air plankton.

/s
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-09-23, 08:53 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 2,662
Posted By Koyote

Posting about it is more likely to signify a...

Posting about it is more likely to signify a neurological illness.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-09-23, 07:25 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 1,652
Posted By rumrunn6

you can also leave it home & rent a bike, or not...

you can also leave it home & rent a bike, or not bike at all. just sayin'
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-09-23, 06:36 AM
Replies: 113
Views: 4,773
Posted By Koyote

Crashing breaks bike frames. In other news,...

Crashing breaks bike frames.

In other news, water is wet.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-09-23, 04:08 AM
Replies: 120
Views: 4,870
Posted By livedarklions

To be honest, this whole topic sounds to me like...

To be honest, this whole topic sounds to me like a bunch of blather by people who want " cyclist" to be a major part of their identity, but then don't want to be associated with other people who...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-08-23, 04:08 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 1,652
Posted By tempocyclist

It's a bike, surely you can find some way of...

It's a bike, surely you can find some way of keeping it in the condo. How small can the place be?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-07-23, 06:20 PM
Replies: 120
Views: 4,870
Posted By retswerb

Not sure why it matters, but sure - if you want...

Not sure why it matters, but sure - if you want to put it that way. I bought a used Specialized MTB from a garage sale nearly 20 years ago, my first adult-out-of-college bike. I didn't know what I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-07-23, 01:52 PM
Replies: 120
Views: 4,870
Posted By livedarklions

But being on a bicycle by definition makes one a...

But being on a bicycle by definition makes one a cyclist. It's literally what the word means. The analogy I'd draw is operating a motor vehicle makes one a motorist.

"Cyclist" is a noun, if you...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-06-23, 09:45 PM
Replies: 120
Views: 4,870
Posted By Eric F

Tribalism. As someone who rides multiple...

Tribalism. As someone who rides multiple different types of bikes on a frequent basis, the negativity between groups bothers me.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-06-23, 08:39 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,187
Posted By Random11

Daily exercise is a good thing. But 20 minutes...

Daily exercise is a good thing. But 20 minutes strikes me as at the lower end of adequate exercise. I'd shoot for at least 30 minutes.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-06-23, 07:58 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,187
Posted By Fredo76

Speaking for myself, the former is better for my...

Speaking for myself, the former is better for my mental well-being.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-06-23, 03:52 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 3,368
Posted By Koyote

You should probably get your prescription dosage...

You should probably get your prescription dosage checked.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-06-23, 11:50 AM
Replies: 120
Views: 4,870
Posted By jadmt

I guess if you are looking down on him maybe you...

I guess if you are looking down on him maybe you are robbing him of his dignity. I look at the photo and I think he is a guy traveling the country living the dream. Maybe he will log on tonight and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-06-23, 11:43 AM
Replies: 120
Views: 4,870
Posted By greatbasin

His name is Randy Stone. The photographer Liz...

His name is Randy Stone. The photographer Liz Hafalia obtained his permission before publishing the photo on the Internet. It's been published on the Internet since it was taken March 11, 2013 --...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-06-23, 11:22 AM
Replies: 120
Views: 4,870
Posted By greatbasin

What is undignified about this person? Are you...

What is undignified about this person? Are you saying the photo is mockery or some of the comments on here?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-06-23, 10:55 AM
Replies: 120
Views: 4,870
Posted By PeteHski

For me a “cyclist” is someone who rides regularly...

For me a “cyclist” is someone who rides regularly for a hobby/sport. People who ride bikes only for utility eg commuting or shopping are not really cyclists. They are just people riding bikes for...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-06-23, 08:42 AM
Replies: 120
Views: 4,870
Posted By indyfabz

How many of you “cyclists” would even attempt to...

How many of you “cyclists” would even attempt to tote around that much stuff, even if you could? Walk the walk, kids. Until you do, you are noticing but keyboard warriors.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-06-23, 06:44 AM
Replies: 120
Views: 4,870
Posted By jadmt

Looks like a world traveler. Probably has a phd,...

Looks like a world traveler. Probably has a phd, on sabbatical and living the dream. Do non-cyclists wear helmets? Has some motorcycle gloves on so may have started his journey on a motorcycle and at...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-06-23, 12:17 AM
Replies: 120
Views: 4,870
Posted By TiHabanero

Way back when I was broke, homeless and had no...

Way back when I was broke, homeless and had no advanced degree, I had no identity of my own so I clung to the term "cyclist" as my identity. It gave me purpose, drive, a reason to exist.
Now that I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-04-23, 02:24 PM
Replies: 176
Views: 6,839
Posted By fredlord

I only wave at over-50 riders as young people...

I only wave at over-50 riders as young people have become invisible to me.
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