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05-31-24, 11:44 PM
Replies: 5,416
Views: 875,081
Posted By rsbob

Crappy pic, so use your imagination. Seattle...

Crappy pic, so use your imagination. Seattle with Olympics mountains in background
...
05-31-24, 11:26 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 475
Posted By rsbob

check out the vids on YouTube by Jasper Verkuijl....

check out the vids on YouTube by Jasper Verkuijl. He does gravel races and well as multi-stage road in Europe. Quite entertaining from an amateur perspective.
05-31-24, 11:12 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 2,061
Posted By rsbob

How is having relations with a partner better...

How is having relations with a partner better than by oneself? <-A more than adequate comparison.
05-31-24, 11:04 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 475
Posted By rsbob

I take mine on gravel as well, and did today. ...

I take mine on gravel as well, and did today. Never a problem. Now stop stalking me, or is it the other way around?

When I finished the ride and was loading the bike on the car (I don’t do 60...
05-31-24, 10:44 PM
Replies: 6,491
Views: 608,984
Posted By rsbob

Beautiful day ;;before the atmospheric river...

Beautiful day ;;before the atmospheric river arrives. Did almost 64 miles with 3500’ of climbing. One punchy 10th of a mile climb at 14% which I chose to tackle rather than detour around. I find it...
05-31-24, 10:22 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 475
Posted By rsbob

Carry the same as the others. Race plug kit, TPU...

Carry the same as the others. Race plug kit, TPU tube, tire levers, tire boot, core tool, CO2 and mini pump in jersey pocket. No need for a handlebar bag, it all easily fits in an underseat bag. ...
05-31-24, 11:00 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 1,761
Posted By rsbob

Will be turning 70 in December, so not that far...

Will be turning 70 in December, so not that far behind you. My age still seems surreal. Not regarding e-bikes, but climbing; up until this year, I have relentlessly chased PRs hill climbing and...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-30-24, 09:49 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 526
Posted By rsbob

Wow, $54 for Conti 5K ASTRs. Even with a fee for...

Wow, $54 for Conti 5K ASTRs. Even with a fee for shipping, a bargain.
05-30-24, 09:35 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 4,766
Posted By rsbob

I have MANY secrets. Muah ha ha.

I have MANY secrets. Muah ha ha.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-30-24, 09:31 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 3,430
Posted By rsbob

Do not. Did I tell you about my black lab, Eddy?...

Do not. Did I tell you about my black lab, Eddy? (My mountain biking companion for 7 years - one helluva great dog). :) He never wore gloves either. Maybe the pros took a page from Eddy.
05-30-24, 09:22 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 435
Posted By rsbob

After going into oscillations at 45 mph when a...

After going into oscillations at 45 mph when a large box truck disrupted the air flow of my 60mm wheels, on windy days, I swap out the front wheel for a 32mm. Far less fighting and a lot more stable...
05-30-24, 09:17 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 4,766
Posted By rsbob

Eat your hearts out, you underachievers: ...

Eat your hearts out, you underachievers:

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Can you say ‘error’? Typical max...
05-30-24, 08:50 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 599
Posted By rsbob

I know how to make you feel better. A...

I know how to make you feel better.

A couple of years ago, I bought some new cleats for my new Shimano clipless pedals. The screws provided were not long enough to bite, so I found some longer...
05-30-24, 08:21 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 560
Posted By rsbob

Yup, bought a friend’s Orbea with only 200 miles...

Yup, bought a friend’s Orbea with only 200 miles on it at a $2,000 discount. It is just a bit smaller than I would like, but put a longer stem and raised the seat post and it is pretty darned good....
05-30-24, 08:05 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,042
Posted By rsbob

Might? The guy is proud of his bike and wants...

Might?
The guy is proud of his bike and wants to admire and protect it, not turn it into a sequel of The Mummy.
05-30-24, 07:48 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 1,598
Posted By rsbob

Hillarious. Very Monty Python-esque

Hillarious. Very Monty Python-esque
05-30-24, 07:45 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 1,598
Posted By rsbob

Muy bueno. Thanks

Muy bueno. Thanks
05-30-24, 02:44 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 1,598
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...
05-30-24, 02:30 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 1,598
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: 108
Views: 3,430
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!
05-30-24, 09:59 AM
Replies: 113
Views: 4,766
Posted By rsbob

Sagattariacorn-ish and under-achieving slacker...

Sagattariacorn-ish and under-achieving slacker wannabe.
05-30-24, 09:54 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 1,272
Posted By rsbob

Here we go again! :deadhorse2:

Here we go again! :deadhorse2:
05-30-24, 09:50 AM
Replies: 6,491
Views: 608,984
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: 21,367
Views: 5,288,627
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.
05-29-24, 11:40 PM
Replies: 6,491
Views: 608,984
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...
05-29-24, 11:31 PM
Replies: 5,416
Views: 875,081
Posted By rsbob

What a magnificent picture. Unreal.

What a magnificent picture. Unreal.
05-29-24, 11:26 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,426
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...
05-29-24, 10:59 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,631
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.
05-29-24, 10:51 PM
Replies: 6,491
Views: 608,984
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: 108
Views: 3,430
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.
05-29-24, 10:58 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 495
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.
...
05-29-24, 10:10 AM
Replies: 113
Views: 4,766
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!
05-29-24, 09:58 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 636
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: 657,670
Posted By rsbob

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

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Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-24, 11:15 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 3,430
Posted By rsbob

Yeoch!

Yeoch!
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-24, 11:13 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 681
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...
05-28-24, 11:09 PM
Replies: 6,491
Views: 608,984
Posted By rsbob

Representative Kim Schrier to the rescue of...

Representative Kim Schrier to the rescue of RAMROD. That’s pretty awesome.
05-28-24, 09:33 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 1,848
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...
05-28-24, 08:36 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 596
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.
05-28-24, 08:02 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 596
Posted By rsbob

:popcorn

:popcorn
05-28-24, 04:43 PM
Replies: 6,491
Views: 608,984
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.
05-28-24, 04:39 PM
Replies: 6,491
Views: 608,984
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 -...
05-28-24, 04:26 PM
Replies: 6,491
Views: 608,984
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...
05-28-24, 10:22 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 691
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.
05-28-24, 10:12 AM
Replies: 6,491
Views: 608,984
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...
05-28-24, 09:43 AM
Replies: 6,491
Views: 608,984
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)
05-28-24, 09:41 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 2,467
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.
...
05-27-24, 11:16 PM
Replies: 5,416
Views: 875,081
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!)
05-27-24, 11:12 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 393
Posted By rsbob

Did you try Google Earth?

Did you try Google Earth?
05-27-24, 11:10 PM
Replies: 6,491
Views: 608,984
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...
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