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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-15-24, 10:14 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,716
Posted By WarrenR

Watching the current Giro. During the time trial,...

Watching the current Giro. During the time trial, 42 kms with a steep hill at the end, one of the riders had a single 66 tooth chain ring. Wonder what the biggest 11-?? cassette is.

Might make no...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-03-23, 04:13 PM
Replies: 15,494
Views: 4,155,657
Posted By WarrenR

https://www.specialized.com/jp/en/haul-1/p/37239?c...

https://www.specialized.com/jp/en/haul-1/p/37239?color=80636-37239

Had it out for a 50 km ride the other day, not fast but slow down and enjoy the scenery.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-26-23, 02:19 PM
Replies: 15,494
Views: 4,155,657
Posted By WarrenR

Specialized Globe Tour 1

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Found this in a garbage pile with 3 other bikes outside...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-06-23, 12:15 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,660
Posted By WarrenR

The only way exercise helps reduce weight is you...

The only way exercise helps reduce weight is you generally don't eat while you're doing it.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-08-22, 01:03 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 8,257
Posted By WarrenR

Mmmm, fenders

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2019 Verve 2. Bought April 2019. Currently a little over 17,000 kms....
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-07-21, 06:38 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,152
Posted By WarrenR

Inexpensive ski gear, layers, and regulate warmth...

Inexpensive ski gear, layers, and regulate warmth with zippers. Similar environments.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-15-21, 05:33 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 15,139
Posted By WarrenR

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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Also made in Canada, 2005 model
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-30-21, 09:36 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 9,570
Posted By WarrenR

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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2019 Verve 2. Bought April 2019. Currently a little over 17,000 kms....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-29-20, 08:51 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,454
Posted By WarrenR

Big thumbs up for the nail polish. Our local...

Big thumbs up for the nail polish. Our local drugstore has an unbelievable selection of colors, especially red. My 2019 Trek Verve is Viper Red, two tries and got a perfect match. It also fills chips...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-27-20, 11:34 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 8,654
Posted By WarrenR

If you have the mount points they are a cleaner...

If you have the mount points they are a cleaner installation.
I have the Greenfield on my road bike which also is a more secure design then the ones with the springs that degrade over time.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-27-20, 11:06 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 8,654
Posted By WarrenR

Could be "Only in Canada Eh!" LoL Everything...

Could be "Only in Canada Eh!" LoL

Everything on the bike was purchased with the bike from my Trek LBS except the bag, Trekking bars and seat.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-27-20, 09:39 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 8,654
Posted By WarrenR

Yes

Yes
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-27-20, 09:08 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 8,654
Posted By WarrenR

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-22-20, 06:26 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 18,851
Posted By WarrenR

I'm 6 2 so I got the XL Nothing wrong with...

I'm 6 2 so I got the XL

Nothing wrong with this suspension post, you can crank it up as stiff as you want.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-21-20, 09:11 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 18,851
Posted By WarrenR

Quite a change in the frame!

Quite a change in the frame!
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-21-20, 07:54 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 18,851
Posted By WarrenR

My 2019 Verve 2, just over 13,600 kms. Did it's...

My 2019 Verve 2, just over 13,600 kms. Did it's first century last month. Continental contact speeds currently after wearing out the front and 2 rear H5s. After pulling the spokes through the rear...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-07-20, 07:56 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,165
Posted By WarrenR

You are not alone, I have a hybrid-road and a...

You are not alone, I have a hybrid-road and a hybrid-gravel bike. I've installed butterfly (Trekking) bars on both.
While the hand positions are definitely a plus, it' s all about the aero on the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-10-20, 09:01 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 5,125
Posted By WarrenR

Small chainring, 1 2 3, middle chainring 3 4 5 6,...

Small chainring, 1 2 3, middle chainring 3 4 5 6, large chaining 6 7 8.
Pretty simple
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-04-20, 09:37 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 29,256
Posted By WarrenR

Comfort bike vs Vuelta KOM winner from last year,...

Comfort bike vs Vuelta KOM winner from last year, LoL
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Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-04-20, 09:34 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 29,256
Posted By WarrenR

My 2019 Verve 2, with over 10000 kms on it. ...

My 2019 Verve 2, with over 10000 kms on it.
Replaced the seat and handlebars and added the fenders and back rack right away.
Recently replaced the rear rim for the second time, under warranty, this...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-05-20, 07:37 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,254
Posted By WarrenR

It's not just about distance, how long were you...

It's not just about distance, how long were you out there?

PB&J FTW!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-05-20, 08:14 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 4,320
Posted By WarrenR

He said and then disappeared forever! Lol

He said and then disappeared forever! Lol
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-31-19, 11:55 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 43,886
Posted By WarrenR

Bought a 2019 Trek Verve 2 XL in April. Just...

Bought a 2019 Trek Verve 2 XL in April. Just about to roll over 6000 kms and the rear tire is starting to show some wear but the front looks new. Got it outfitted the way it is from the LBS, only...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-10-19, 05:12 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 6,513
Posted By WarrenR

I find that as the temps fall below 10C or50F I...

I find that as the temps fall below 10C or50F I can still dress as summer but have to up the pace to keep warm. Certainly helps the average pace over my usual 50k run.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-25-19, 05:12 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 948
Posted By WarrenR

You're inspiring me, but it's getting late in the...

You're inspiring me, but it's getting late in the year. Only so many daylight hours in a day, how long start to finish?
Forum: Commuting
09-13-19, 02:52 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,093
Posted By WarrenR

Better on the way home then on the way to!

Better on the way home then on the way to!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-11-19, 01:50 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 9,710
Posted By WarrenR

The nice thing about flat bars you have a lot of...

The nice thing about flat bars you have a lot of options without spending a lot on cabling and brifters. Lots of people on BF are quite passionate about their choices. I went the Trekking bar route...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-11-19, 01:37 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,800
Posted By WarrenR

Ask your legs, I know mine let me know!

Ask your legs, I know mine let me know!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-06-19, 06:56 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,540
Posted By WarrenR

Both of my bikes came with suspension posts. To...

Both of my bikes came with suspension posts. To be honest I don't ever think about it. I've never played with the settings but they are both set so stiff it doesn't move much when I put my weight on...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
08-13-19, 07:00 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 13,125
Posted By WarrenR

Currently reading Joe Friel's "Fast After 50"....

Currently reading Joe Friel's "Fast After 50". Lots of good stuff on exercise and recovery.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-24-19, 08:19 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,123
Posted By WarrenR

I was out on our local rails-to-trails yesterday...

I was out on our local rails-to-trails yesterday and they were doing some resurfacing. They were recommending to go around but I gave it a go. There were places where the dump truck had dumped his...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-14-19, 04:15 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 12,871
Posted By WarrenR

People don't stop moving when they grow old, they...

People don't stop moving when they grow old, they grow old when they stop moving!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-22-19, 08:35 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,760
Posted By WarrenR

+1

+1
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
06-21-19, 05:25 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 12,406
Posted By WarrenR

Honey and peanut butter sandwiches!

Honey and peanut butter sandwiches!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-17-19, 01:23 PM
Replies: 3,625
Views: 1,012,116
Posted By WarrenR

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-17-19, 01:15 PM
Replies: 223
Views: 52,898
Posted By WarrenR

2005 Peugeot

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Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-05-19, 07:45 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,778
Posted By WarrenR

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1024x431/trek_compare_067db624679bee4cf2148be39454a8914f9f7c49.jpg
Was watching the Giro and this perked my interest, LoL!

KOM!
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-05-19, 07:43 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,778
Posted By WarrenR

Just finished my first metric century, all...

Just finished my first metric century, all rails-to-trails gravel, very comfortable....
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-24-19, 11:21 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,534
Posted By WarrenR

+1

+1
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-24-19, 11:13 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 8,022
Posted By WarrenR

Have a kinesiologist at my gym who turned me on...

Have a kinesiologist at my gym who turned me on to foam rollers. I have found it to be very effective. Roll the hams and calves after an intense session to roll the crap out of them. No drugs and I...
Forum: Touring
05-20-19, 09:02 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 7,224
Posted By WarrenR

When I used to commute to work l noticed, in my...

When I used to commute to work l noticed, in my mirror, that on straight stretches of road drivers would begin to move to the left and then as they would almost reach me they would move to the right....
Forum: Commuting
05-19-19, 09:19 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 13,251
Posted By WarrenR

I was about to start looking for a mirror for my...

I was about to start looking for a mirror for my new bike, I have the Mirrcylle on my road bike, when while picking up some new grips came across a mirror by EVO. It clamps on to the bar like the old...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-19-19, 09:02 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,778
Posted By WarrenR

Yeah, even with the low pressure on the 45s the...

Yeah, even with the low pressure on the 45s the 33s with 70 PSI on the Peugeot feel more compliant. Definitely be looking for something different in the future.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-18-19, 09:36 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,778
Posted By WarrenR

Anyway to fix the spelling mistake in this thread...

Anyway to fix the spelling mistake in this thread title?
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-18-19, 09:22 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,778
Posted By WarrenR

Already have over 700 kms on it, very happy so...

Already have over 700 kms on it, very happy so far. If the woods ever dry out a little will try some of the new single track trails added locally.
Larger tires are interesting, the label on them,...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-18-19, 09:16 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,778
Posted By WarrenR

Modes

It's a Verve 2, would have went with the 3 for the better drive train but the colour won.

New seat, trekking bars, rack, mirror, computer, fenders, and a bell. Lighting to follow.
...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-18-19, 09:12 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,778
Posted By WarrenR

Shopping around

Had some criteria, flat bars, probably a triple similar to the 48-38-28 with a 11-28, wide tires with room for fenders, braze ons for stuff, rim brakes, frame more adept at trail - single track...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-18-19, 09:04 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,778
Posted By WarrenR

N+1 Adding a Hybrid trail bike to a Hybrid road bike

Got this bike in 2005 to commute to work

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Forum: Pills and Ills
05-17-19, 07:00 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,566
Posted By WarrenR

A big bowl of raisin Bran, draino for the...

A big bowl of raisin Bran, draino for the digestive system!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-05-19, 09:47 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,287
Posted By WarrenR

I find if I leave my palms flat on the bar it...

I find if I leave my palms flat on the bar it will cut off the circulation, but if I roll the contact point to one side or the other I can feel the numbness going away. And I have trekking bars so...
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