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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-15-14, 05:56 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,555
Posted By dbmcclus

Thanks to everyone for your input on new tires...

Thanks to everyone for your input on new tires for my Trek. I have ordered a set of Continental GP 4000S-II. It seems they do have great reviews. Retro: You make a great point as why change brands...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-13-14, 09:13 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,555
Posted By dbmcclus

Need New Tires for Trek Pilot Road Bike

My Trek Pilot 2.1 is 8 years old and still has the original Bontreger Race Lite tires. Have about 3K miles on them with most all of my riding on a 100 mile rails-to-trails that is asphalt and then...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-05-07, 10:23 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 9,568
Posted By dbmcclus

Joe, This PolarWrap looks very interesting! ...

Joe,

This PolarWrap looks very interesting! Do you have the mask or the entire balaclava/mask? I may be interested in the Balaclava. The UnderArmour balaclava I have now is very thin material,...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-04-07, 08:39 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 9,568
Posted By dbmcclus

Sore Throat after Riding in Cold Wind

Rode 40 miles yesterday in cold wind. Temps in mid thirties. I wore an Underarmour Balaclava which kept me warm, but did nothing for my throat. I did have the balaclava over my mouth most of the...
Forum: Winter Cycling
02-03-07, 06:17 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,089
Posted By dbmcclus

I have the PI Gavia jacket, Gavia bib tights and...

I have the PI Gavia jacket, Gavia bib tights and Gavia gloves. I am very happy with the jacket and bibs, but the gloves are not very warm to me. When the temp is 45 degrees or lower, my hands are...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-03-07, 08:26 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 813
Posted By dbmcclus

While we are on the subject of seatbelts, here is...

While we are on the subject of seatbelts, here is some food for thought:

Sometimes you have to protect society from itself. For years we knew that driving without a seatbelt was dangerous, so...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-20-06, 07:19 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,065
Posted By dbmcclus

Why do you guys use trainers? Why not go for a...

Why do you guys use trainers? Why not go for a real ride and enjoy the great outdoors? As they say, there is no such thing as bad weather, just bad clothes. For the price of a trainer, you could...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-06-06, 10:18 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 620
Posted By dbmcclus

"Grabber" Brand Chemical Warmers

Here is a link to the "Grabber" brand of chemical hand warmers. They have a great selection and was recently inducted into the "Field and Stream" Hall of Fame for a great product. From what I have...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-02-06, 09:46 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,278
Posted By dbmcclus

I am not sure if saddle height and adjustments...

I am not sure if saddle height and adjustments are the problem. I ride 50 miles every Saturday and just did a century two weeks ago. I have logged 1500 miles on this bike and the setup has not...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-02-06, 09:21 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,278
Posted By dbmcclus

Pain on left side of Right Knee

Today, I rode my normal 50 mile Saturday ride. At about mile 25, starting noticing a pain on the inside of my right knee when pedaling. I have not had this pain before. Nothing has changed in my...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-30-06, 09:47 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,400
Posted By dbmcclus

You Are Correct Sir

I do not know what toe clips are, but I do have a pair of Shimano R098 road shoes that I clip into my Look A5.1 pedals. Thus, I use clip pedals.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-28-06, 08:24 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,587
Posted By dbmcclus

What Bike Upgrades for $400.00?

I have a Trek Pilot 2.1 road bike. It has Shimano 105 components. If I wanted to spend $400.00 of Christmas money on my bike, what should I look for in the way of component upgrades?

I do not...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-15-06, 06:49 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,400
Posted By dbmcclus

A Clip is a device that attaches

to quote "A Clip is a device that attaches"....

If this is true, does that mean that a clipless is a device that does not attach?
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-25-06, 09:42 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,069
Posted By dbmcclus

Woodlark, I am 55 years old, 5' 7" and 155...

Woodlark,

I am 55 years old, 5' 7" and 155 lbs. I have some neck problems from an old injury and it is stiff sometimes. I ride a Trek Pilot 2.1 54cm road bike. I love it. I have put about 1500...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-11-06, 09:45 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,400
Posted By dbmcclus

Why Do We Still Call Them "Clipless" Pedals?

There once was a family reunion. Four generations were represented. The daughters were to cook the meal. The youngest was to cook the ham. When placing the ham in the pan, her husband noticed she...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-03-06, 09:22 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 982
Posted By dbmcclus

Am I correct in thinking that if I purchased my...

Am I correct in thinking that if I purchased my wife the correct fit bike, she would be able to sit in the seat and touch the ground, yet legs would be almost fully extended for correct pedaling? I...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-03-06, 09:06 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 655
Posted By dbmcclus

Biking in Bar Harbor, Maine

I am going to Bar Harbor Maine next week for a vacation. I have heard about the great biking there in the Acadia National Forest and also along the coast. Has anyone biked there? Thanks.

Dennis
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-03-06, 08:28 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 982
Posted By dbmcclus

Townie by Electra

My wife has been looking at the Townie by Electra. Does anyone have this bike? Also, I noticed that the pedals seems to be forward a little, rather than directly below the seat. This may be what...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-26-06, 07:39 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 13,866
Posted By dbmcclus

One more piece of information. I was just...

One more piece of information. I was just checking my bike log and discovered something interesting. I logged 8 rides totaling 180 miles on the Trek Pilot before I had a problem with a weak hand. ...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-26-06, 05:35 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 13,866
Posted By dbmcclus

Just returned from 40 mile ride. I did not...

Just returned from 40 mile ride. I did not realize it before, but I am keeping my arms straight, not bent at the elbows. This may explain most of my problem. I have a Trek Pilot. The geometry of...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-25-06, 09:41 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 13,866
Posted By dbmcclus

Guys, Thanks for all the replies. I have...

Guys,

Thanks for all the replies. I have been taking ibuprofen this weekend and things seem a little better. I may have some inflammation. I plan to ride a little tomorrow, but will take it easy....
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-24-06, 08:53 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 13,866
Posted By dbmcclus

Hand Weak After Riding / Has This Happened To Anyone?

This past Christmas I went from a comfort bike to a road bike, complete with drop bars (Trek Pilot). The transistion was fine for about a month, then a funny problem developed. One day after riding...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-15-06, 06:09 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,824
Posted By dbmcclus

Energy Gel / What To Do w/ Wrapper while Riding?

Today, I was riding and for the first time, I used an energy gel. It was stored in one of my jersey pockets. I ate it "on-the-fly". What to do with the wrapper? I do not want to just reach back...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-06-06, 08:41 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 896
Posted By dbmcclus

Bike Control / Fast Speed

I have only been riding a rode bike for about a month now. Before that, I was on a comfort bike. I have a new Trek Pilot. Up until last week, my fastest speed was 28 mph on a flat stretch in the...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-06-06, 08:18 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,169
Posted By dbmcclus

Do any of you have problems with leg cramps and /...

Do any of you have problems with leg cramps and / or foot cramps? I am 54 years old and have only been riding for about 6 months. I can ride 50 miles w/o any problems, however now I get leg cramps...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-06-06, 03:50 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,052
Posted By dbmcclus

I am 54 years old and I have the Trek Pilot 2.1. ...

I am 54 years old and I have the Trek Pilot 2.1. I went to this from a comfort bike. I love the Pilot! I am not the most flexible person and also I have a stiff neck. I started out riding on the...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-29-06, 10:07 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 6,769
Posted By dbmcclus

I also have the aspire velotech Italian stealth...

I also have the aspire velotech Italian stealth racing mirror. It works great! No vibration. I have mine mounted as per the instructions. My handlebar tape overlaps it. Looks very cool on my new...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-14-06, 06:08 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 970
Posted By dbmcclus

Thrifty, Sorry to hear about your...

Thrifty,

Sorry to hear about your problem/surgery. Hopefully, your recovery time will past quickly and you will be riding again soon. I had a inguinal hernia last year. I was 53 years old and...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-13-06, 08:08 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 851
Posted By dbmcclus

I am 54 years old and just got my first road bike...

I am 54 years old and just got my first road bike for Christmas, a Trek Pilot 2.1. Have been riding a comfort bike for the last 6 months. I am very happy with the Trek. On my second ride, I went...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-27-05, 10:54 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,804
Posted By dbmcclus

Badger, I just road my new Trek Pilot 2.1...

Badger,

I just road my new Trek Pilot 2.1 for the first time today. It was my very first ride on a road bike. I will be 54 iyears old in another week. I have been riding a comfort bike for 6...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-22-05, 11:51 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,804
Posted By dbmcclus

Badger, I will be 54 next month. Just got...

Badger,

I will be 54 next month. Just got into biking this summer. My wife and I have Diamondback comfort bikes. I am liking biking so much that Santa is bringing me a new road bike. It is the...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-22-05, 09:49 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,040
Posted By dbmcclus

Santa is bringing me my first road bike, a Trek...

Santa is bringing me my first road bike, a Trek Pilot 2.1 w/Look A5.1 clipless pedals and Shimano R098 road shoes.

I live in North East Alabama between Birmingham and Atlanta. Temp Christmas day...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-22-05, 09:39 PM
Replies: 1,914
Views: 519,957
Posted By dbmcclus

1. What type of bikes do 50+ folks ride? My...

1. What type of bikes do 50+ folks ride?

My wife and I ride Diamondback comfort bikes. Santa is bringing me my first road bike, a Trek Pilot 2.1 w/clipless pedals (Look A5.1) and Road shoes...
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