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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 02:44 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,094
Posted By rsbob

The stripes of excellence? Have gotten to...

The stripes of excellence?

Have gotten to the point where I have to spray my noggin with sunscreen before donning my lid. Maybe I need a wig glued to the inside of the helmet and then shock...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 02:30 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,094
Posted By rsbob

Ayup - too big for the p-brain

Ayup - too big for the p-brain
Forum: Road Cycling
05-30-24, 10:23 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 2,993
Posted By rsbob

Waaay too logical and rational. And you forgot...

Waaay too logical and rational. And you forgot shock absorption. Now clean up your act!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 09:59 AM
Replies: 109
Views: 4,488
Posted By rsbob

Sagattariacorn-ish and under-achieving slacker...

Sagattariacorn-ish and under-achieving slacker wannabe.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 09:54 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 256
Posted By rsbob

Here we go again! :deadhorse2:

Here we go again! :deadhorse2:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 09:50 AM
Replies: 6,480
Views: 606,469
Posted By rsbob

Good for you, or we wouldn’t be typing. ...

Good for you, or we wouldn’t be typing.

Impending storms or being caught in a downpour can really shave times. I have ‘raced’ many. :)
Forum: Road Cycling
05-29-24, 11:45 PM
Replies: 21,363
Views: 5,284,843
Posted By rsbob

32 Oz of OrangeSeal Endurance, Lazer helmet,...

32 Oz of OrangeSeal Endurance, Lazer helmet, Shimano knock-offs for trainer bike, 2 pair aero socks for long haul rides, and a new computer mount. Need to save my pennies for the next haul.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-29-24, 11:40 PM
Replies: 6,480
Views: 606,469
Posted By rsbob

Did a fair amount of backpacking in the...

Did a fair amount of backpacking in the California high/back country when I lived there and lightning storms are no joke. Talk about feeling vulnerable with no place to hide. Think we had aluminum...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-29-24, 11:31 PM
Replies: 5,414
Views: 873,744
Posted By rsbob

What a magnificent picture. Unreal.

What a magnificent picture. Unreal.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-29-24, 11:26 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,241
Posted By rsbob

Used to ride every weekend, except winter when we...

Used to ride every weekend, except winter when we skied together, with a good buddy. We road many club rides, and organized charity rides and even rode a tandem together. Having company of even one...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-29-24, 10:59 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,529
Posted By rsbob

Unable to upload a pic. The Browse you device...

Unable to upload a pic. The Browse you device button does not respond.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-29-24, 10:51 PM
Replies: 6,480
Views: 606,469
Posted By rsbob

Only? :eek: Faked it today while it rained -...

Only? :eek:

Faked it today while it rained - again. 17 miles with 1300’ with a spike to 2,000 Watts (because ZWIFT screwed up). Watched a French murder mystery series on Netflix to keep from...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-29-24, 11:07 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 2,993
Posted By rsbob

I hear that about elbow and knee pads. Finally...

I hear that about elbow and knee pads. Finally graduated to those after too many bruises and blood loss. Never was as good as I thought I could be.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-29-24, 10:58 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 310
Posted By rsbob

In the 60s and 70s I had a frame mount pump...

In the 60s and 70s I had a frame mount pump secured by a couple of frame clamps, and that was it. Good only for slow leaks, but then I never did any real distance, just back and forth to school/s.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-29-24, 10:10 AM
Replies: 109
Views: 4,488
Posted By rsbob

That’s the goal for many of us old guys. Keep it...

That’s the goal for many of us old guys. Keep it up!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-29-24, 10:07 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 424
Posted By rsbob

I used to before GP 5Ks when glass would get...

I used to before GP 5Ks when glass would get imbedded in tires. Now, and in the past, when I run over glass, I quickly ‘sweep’ the tires with my gloved hand.

Full disclosure: Rear tire flatted...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-29-24, 09:58 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 433
Posted By rsbob

That really sucks. So glad it wasn’t worse. ...

That really sucks. So glad it wasn’t worse. Heal quickly
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-24, 11:31 PM
Replies: 3,286
Views: 656,960
Posted By rsbob

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_1533_625286f074b50d61210a786994f56aadcdb39791.jpeg
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-24, 11:15 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 2,993
Posted By rsbob

Yeoch!

Yeoch!
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-24, 11:13 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 390
Posted By rsbob

Can’t speak to the other contenders but have...

Can’t speak to the other contenders but have Hunts (60mm) for two years and they are awesome but a bit loud. Never have to announce my presence on a bike path, just coast for a bit. Doesn’t bother...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-28-24, 11:09 PM
Replies: 6,480
Views: 606,469
Posted By rsbob

Representative Kim Schrier to the rescue of...

Representative Kim Schrier to the rescue of RAMROD. That’s pretty awesome.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-28-24, 09:33 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 1,146
Posted By rsbob

Pedestrian Injured on Local MUP - Cyclist Blamed

On the local news tonight there was a segment where a cyclist rang a bell to warn a ped he was going to overtake. The ped moved, and was immediately struck by another cyclist coming from the opposite...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-28-24, 08:36 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 337
Posted By rsbob

Only wear once, then launder. You don’t want...

Only wear once, then launder. You don’t want bacteria buildup assaulting your gentleman parts.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-28-24, 08:02 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 337
Posted By rsbob

:popcorn

:popcorn
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-28-24, 04:43 PM
Replies: 6,480
Views: 606,469
Posted By rsbob

Good advice. I topped up and over the...

Good advice. I topped up and over the recommended on my other tires. Time to order another bottle.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-28-24, 04:39 PM
Replies: 6,480
Views: 606,469
Posted By rsbob

I heard that RAMROD was cancelled, but you are no...

I heard that RAMROD was cancelled, but you are no doubt more of an authority than my source - not the Redmond Cycling Club.

Did RAMROD twice and after each time swore I would never do it again -...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-28-24, 04:26 PM
Replies: 6,480
Views: 606,469
Posted By rsbob

Replaced rear tubeless tire with a new Conti 5K...

Replaced rear tubeless tire with a new Conti 5K and replaced 4iiii power meter battery/recalibrate/synch with Garmin.

It was a real PITA cleaning all the stuck sealant from the rim. Took about an...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-28-24, 10:22 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 565
Posted By rsbob

Make total sense. Several cities, including the...

Make total sense. Several cities, including the local Sheriff have had bike patrols for years. Saves big money.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-28-24, 10:12 AM
Replies: 6,480
Views: 606,469
Posted By rsbob

yes indeed to both. And you too? Since the...

yes indeed to both. And you too? Since the highest mileage I have done this year is 50, I plan to take it VERY easy, conserving energy as much as possible so I can finish/finish strong.

I rode...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-28-24, 09:43 AM
Replies: 6,480
Views: 606,469
Posted By rsbob

Running is the devil’s spawn. (Written by a...

Running is the devil’s spawn. (Written by a reformed - and often injured runner)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-28-24, 09:41 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 2,328
Posted By rsbob

The OP is looking for confirmation of his bias,...

The OP is looking for confirmation of his bias, since he is seeking it out.

After his post immediately above, I sincerely believe he needs to find a different activity. Like walking in a park.
...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-27-24, 11:16 PM
Replies: 5,414
Views: 873,744
Posted By rsbob

You must be the better looking of the pair. (The...

You must be the better looking of the pair. (The answer is: Of course!)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-27-24, 11:12 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 366
Posted By rsbob

Did you try Google Earth?

Did you try Google Earth?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-27-24, 11:10 PM
Replies: 6,480
Views: 606,469
Posted By rsbob

Call of shame

Have a big ride coming up next weekend and decided to do some hills (not like Sierra - who is in a whole different league) and see what the bike needs in advance. First thing I notice is no power...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-27-24, 10:51 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 474
Posted By rsbob

‘Had a running app for some time that gave me...

‘Had a running app for some time that gave me splits, pace, stride length, total time and time to finish, etc For running it was great for not having to look at a watch, but have the nice lady talk...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-27-24, 10:38 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,094
Posted By rsbob

I have a two year old white Lazer with MIPs in...

I have a two year old white Lazer with MIPs in large for the price of shipping if the OP is interested. Super light, well ventilated and excellent head protection. Looks like this but is LARGE.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-27-24, 10:33 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 2,328
Posted By rsbob

Too lazy to do it, but would be interesting, at...

Too lazy to do it, but would be interesting, at least for me, to see the average number of crashes over an average number of years for the respondents. (Excluding MTBs because everyone knows they...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-27-24, 04:44 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 2,993
Posted By rsbob

Evidently they didn’t simmer long enough. :D

Evidently they didn’t simmer long enough. :D
Forum: Road Cycling
05-27-24, 11:25 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 2,993
Posted By rsbob

Cheaper than a neurosurgeon. Had a good friend...

Cheaper than a neurosurgeon. Had a good friend many years back take a low speed tumble without a helmet and smacked her noggin so hard, she was unconscious in the ICU for weeks and could never...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-27-24, 10:20 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 1,700
Posted By rsbob

The evolution of my cycling computing. Think of...

The evolution of my cycling computing. Think of the progression of a monkey gradually becoming an upright man.

Started out with a can mounted on handle bars with a mechanical gear drive to the...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-26-24, 08:51 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 3,847
Posted By rsbob

No silly. But filling them with helium will make...

No silly. But filling them with helium will make you a faster climber.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-26-24, 08:10 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 2,993
Posted By rsbob

Fortunately they are UCI mandated.

Fortunately they are UCI mandated.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-26-24, 06:56 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 1,700
Posted By rsbob

I see HRV as an option but can’t find it on the...

I see HRV as an option but can’t find it on the Connect App. That’s if it is still available. There is no user manual for Connect Ap and the online advice is useless.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-26-24, 05:08 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 1,700
Posted By rsbob

Wow, if you can scroll FB while riding, you have...

Wow, if you can scroll FB while riding, you have real talent! (Not that you really do it. I hope). This is about as social media as I get.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-26-24, 10:56 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 2,640
Posted By rsbob

A friend of mine is so anal fanatical, he uses an...

A friend of mine is so anal fanatical, he uses an ultrasonic cleaner like you would find in a dentist’s office. Then he has a two stage waxing process. And after an hour, he is done. Easy-peasy
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-26-24, 09:40 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 2,640
Posted By rsbob

EVERYTHING on BF is taken extremely seriously...

EVERYTHING on BF is taken extremely seriously because this is an extremely serious activity akin to brain surgery. No minutia or quip is too small to be methodically dissected, debated and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-26-24, 09:27 AM
Replies: 152
Views: 5,373
Posted By rsbob

Grinding is for coffee beans - an important part...

Grinding is for coffee beans - an important part of cycling.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-26-24, 09:25 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 1,700
Posted By rsbob

Don’t see people talking about using back-up...

Don’t see people talking about using back-up battery banks for their iPhones. I would think it would almost be a necessity for those users.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-26-24, 09:19 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 2,545
Posted By rsbob

And down the rabbit hole we go once again.

And down the rabbit hole we go once again.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-25-24, 11:15 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 914
Posted By rsbob

Ride each one and see which on fits the best and...

Ride each one and see which on fits the best and has the fewest defects.
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