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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-20-24, 12:45 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 85
Posted By rsbob

My question as well.

My question as well.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-20-24, 10:19 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 330
Posted By rsbob

I can relate to this post on all accounts. ...

I can relate to this post on all accounts.

Back in the day I would alternate running and cycling days until running just pounded my body too badly. Even though I am a good swimmer, when I stop,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-20-24, 09:10 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 1,934
Posted By rsbob

I recall back in the 70s when I first was going...

I recall back in the 70s when I first was going to clean a chain using WD40, I geniusly (not a word) ran my index finger between the chain and front large chain ring. Boy did that hurt and what an...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-19-24, 08:50 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 404
Posted By rsbob

“build up some speed, and then shift to a larger...

“build up some speed, and then shift to a larger cog as I am slowing down” <- Yes (incrementally as you slow)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-19-24, 09:48 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 1,934
Posted By rsbob

Tandem riders love their triple (shots).

Tandem riders love their triple (shots).
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-18-24, 08:20 PM
Replies: 6,972
Views: 719,687
Posted By rsbob

26 miles and 1,400’ and… ...

26 miles and 1,400’ and…

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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-18-24, 07:45 PM
Replies: 137
Views: 10,408
Posted By rsbob

This “old” done good today and moved up the...

This “old” done good today and moved up the leader board from 10th to 1st.

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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-18-24, 07:42 PM
Replies: 5,627
Views: 944,147
Posted By rsbob

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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Beaver Lake, Wa.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-18-24, 01:57 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 701
Posted By rsbob

Was sent into one at 42 MPH with 60mm discs when...

Was sent into one at 42 MPH with 60mm discs when a large box truck went by the opposite direction pushing a ton of air. It was a holy S moment and the car that was behind me saw what was happening...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-17-24, 10:11 PM
Replies: 27,766
Views: 3,565,587
Posted By rsbob

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-17-24, 09:50 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 701
Posted By rsbob

Otherwise known as speed wobble. And it has...

Otherwise known as speed wobble.

And it has happened to me on two different bikes when over 40 MPH. A bad fork was to blame on one and a bad front wheel on the other.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-17-24, 09:37 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 620
Posted By rsbob

Over 50 years and never broken a chain.

Over 50 years and never broken a chain.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-17-24, 09:19 AM
Replies: 137
Views: 10,408
Posted By rsbob

Got a surprise top 10 (10th place) on a local...

Got a surprise top 10 (10th place) on a local climbing segment which I didn’t know existed. Now that I know it’s there…
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-17-24, 09:11 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,084
Posted By rsbob

Carbs and caffeine The carb de jur is a...

Carbs and caffeine The carb de jur is a croissant (not the healthiest, but one of the tastiest)
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-17-24, 08:56 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 218
Posted By rsbob

Cycling or bib shorts with a chamois.

Cycling or bib shorts with a chamois.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-17-24, 08:53 AM
Replies: 6,972
Views: 719,687
Posted By rsbob

Double digit climbs are never boring. But when...

Double digit climbs are never boring. But when 17% becomes 10% it’s a real relief.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-16-24, 11:59 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 698
Posted By rsbob

I would prefer a tat of a calve on my calf. ...

I would prefer a tat of a calve on my calf.

Or this from here: https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo/calf-tattoo.html?sortBy=relevant. NOT
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-16-24, 09:29 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 698
Posted By rsbob

Our white cat got orange tats because it makes...

Our white cat got orange tats because it makes him look like a lion (he thinks it does)...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-16-24, 09:17 PM
Replies: 6,972
Views: 719,687
Posted By rsbob

55 miles with 3,000’ climbing. 1/2 road, 1/4...

55 miles with 3,000’ climbing. 1/2 road, 1/4 paved trail and a bit of gravel. A real mixed bag.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-16-24, 09:10 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,057
Posted By rsbob

Today while descending at 22 MPH an imported...

Today while descending at 22 MPH an imported econobox decided that they couldn’t wait 5 seconds to make a right turn into their driveway and short around me and then cut me off turning in front of...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-16-24, 12:13 PM
Replies: 150
Views: 9,246
Posted By rsbob

What route did you take?

What route did you take?
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-16-24, 11:51 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,460
Posted By rsbob

Fantastic strength and aerobic conditioners. And...

Fantastic strength and aerobic conditioners. And the women I knew in undergrad studying Dance were not that shabby either.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-15-24, 09:01 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,460
Posted By rsbob

Am quite impressed you know your ballet...

Am quite impressed you know your ballet positions. What else have you not shared?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-15-24, 08:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 371
Posted By rsbob

Good point. I still have my 80s and 90s bikes. ...

Good point. I still have my 80s and 90s bikes. My 2020 era bikes were professionally fit and what a difference in comfort. Getting back on the older rides felt really odd with the saddles too low...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-15-24, 08:08 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 8,784
Posted By rsbob

Never happened to me until age 69 after long fast...

Never happened to me until age 69 after long fast rides in the heat. Usually they were hammy cramps but these were new and oh so painful. Immediately grabbed the pickle jar and drank a bit.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-15-24, 07:52 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,618
Posted By rsbob

For those with bike-mount mirrors, doesn’t the...

For those with bike-mount mirrors, doesn’t the vibration of the bike make the mirrors difficult? Asking for a friend.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-15-24, 04:52 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 6,229
Posted By rsbob

Some of the car forums are positively brutal and...

Some of the car forums are positively brutal and go completely unmoderated. High praise to the mods here that keep a lid on it. They can’t get enough credit.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-15-24, 04:26 PM
Replies: 6,972
Views: 719,687
Posted By rsbob

26 short miles and 1,400’ with a top 10 (#10) on...

26 short miles and 1,400’ with a top 10 (#10) on a hill climb segment. Now I will need to go back and see if I can get my placement up to 5.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-15-24, 04:21 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,057
Posted By rsbob

And I tend to stay off the back hill gravel and...

And I tend to stay off the back hill gravel and mtb trails around here because of cougar attacks. The odds for vehicle and cougar altercations around here might be about the same.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-15-24, 11:18 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,057
Posted By rsbob

I believe you forgot reckless distracted...

I believe you forgot reckless distracted teenagers and senior citizens who should have given up driving years ago.

The first time a work friend (in his 30s) took his car to go to lunch and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-15-24, 11:11 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 419
Posted By rsbob

As a counterpoint; I have purchased jerseys and...

As a counterpoint; I have purchased jerseys and shorts from them and find their sizing guide for Medium to be accurate and a very good product for the price. Have not had to return any products, so...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-15-24, 10:56 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 676
Posted By rsbob

Interesting choice of words.

Interesting choice of words.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-15-24, 10:38 AM
Replies: 125
Views: 3,858
Posted By rsbob

Shimano is a good brand which offers pedals and...

Shimano is a good brand which offers pedals and shoes - but it can get pricey. I would do an internet search on clipless cycling shoes (3 hole) since there are several manufacturers, one which might...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-14-24, 09:49 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,027
Posted By rsbob

Wonder how many offer UV protection? Don’t know...

Wonder how many offer UV protection? Don’t know since have never investigated.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-14-24, 08:38 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 874
Posted By rsbob

I remember getting my first pair of padded Pearl...

I remember getting my first pair of padded Pearl Izumi bike shorts, after wearing cutoffs for years, and it was nothing short of amazing. (That’s when Pearl made good apparel.) The degree of...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-14-24, 08:30 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 6,229
Posted By rsbob

The 1950’s are calling and they want you back.

The 1950’s are calling and they want you back.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-14-24, 08:22 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,057
Posted By rsbob

Never say never. That word has a way of biting...

Never say never. That word has a way of biting one in the butt. And how many examples of it happening to others do you really need? Just because you can’t see over the horizon doesn’t mean the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-13-24, 11:17 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 606
Posted By rsbob

OMG, when did that start? I must have missed it....

OMG, when did that start? I must have missed it. :D
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-13-24, 11:12 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,057
Posted By rsbob

No issue with you not wearing a helmet. As the...

No issue with you not wearing a helmet. As the saying goes: If the shoe fits, wear it.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-13-24, 11:08 PM
Replies: 125
Views: 3,858
Posted By rsbob

It’s all a plot by Big Clipless Pedal. You can...

It’s all a plot by Big Clipless Pedal. You can tell it’s a hoax because they can’t get their name straight.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-13-24, 09:52 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,057
Posted By rsbob

Like I said, I am very respectful of drivers and...

Like I said, I am very respectful of drivers and do everything in my power to keep from slowing them down or hindering them in any ways. There are asshats out there and you are very fortunate if you...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-13-24, 09:43 PM
Replies: 6,972
Views: 719,687
Posted By rsbob

Thank you for the compliment. I feel extremely...

Thank you for the compliment. I feel extremely to live where I do. Have not visited your fair city but understand it is beautiful.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-13-24, 08:55 PM
Replies: 5,627
Views: 944,147
Posted By rsbob

From today’s ride

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_1903_86768ebb22594e6755092949a7d26a383b7f135b.jpeg...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-13-24, 08:37 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,057
Posted By rsbob

I have been riding (respectfully of vehicles) for...

I have been riding (respectfully of vehicles) for 40 years. In that time I have had the following occur:

A beater car repeatedly intentionally strafed my friends and me 3X nearly until we got off...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-13-24, 07:51 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 849
Posted By rsbob

Abomination! Heresy!! Abhorrence!!! The...

Abomination! Heresy!! Abhorrence!!! The execration!!!! Positively demonic!!! May 🐕‍🦺 have mercy on their unwashed souls. 👹
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-13-24, 06:57 PM
Replies: 6,972
Views: 719,687
Posted By rsbob

34 miles 1,800’. 65*. A super day with nice...

34 miles 1,800’. 65*. A super day with nice sights

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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-13-24, 11:00 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,084
Posted By rsbob

Keep in mind that applying power may be your...

Keep in mind that applying power may be your enemy. Try to keep your legs RPM (spinning) above 80. Preferably about 90. It may feel silly at first, because we were not taught to cycle that way,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-13-24, 10:50 AM
Replies: 177
Views: 19,814
Posted By rsbob

Old school doesn’t involve a battery.

Old school doesn’t involve a battery.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-13-24, 09:34 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,051
Posted By rsbob

Good to hear you are back on the road again. You...

Good to hear you are back on the road again. You can be our involuntary case study on recovery and progress (but not like a lab rat) and hopefully give hope to those that go through a similar...
Forum: Pills and Ills
09-13-24, 09:20 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 534
Posted By rsbob

Good deeds and all that. Sorry to hear about the...

Good deeds and all that. Sorry to hear about the injury and hopefully the antibiotic will clear it up. Keep us posted on progress (My wife has an artificial knee and still rides her bike)
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