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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-19-24, 11:22 PM
Replies: 6,972
Views: 719,375
Posted By Sierra_rider

Some more indoor stuff...23 miles and 2,800' of...

Some more indoor stuff...23 miles and 2,800' of virtual climbing in the Zwift Climb Portal. Today's climb was Old La Honda rd, the virtual climb is only 3.5 miles long, so I did it twice as FTP...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-18-24, 11:30 PM
Replies: 6,972
Views: 719,375
Posted By Sierra_rider

Easy one for today...a virtual 23 miles and...

Easy one for today...a virtual 23 miles and 2.2k'. Mostly zone 2 effort(258 watts) for an hour and some change.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-18-24, 11:22 PM
Replies: 125
Views: 3,775
Posted By Sierra_rider

I ride quite a bit, and almost exclusively in...

I ride quite a bit, and almost exclusively in mountainous terrain...all on clipless pedals. Any of my past chronic aches/pains/injuries have been related to the saddle position. Once I got my saddle...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-17-24, 11:33 PM
Replies: 6,972
Views: 719,375
Posted By Sierra_rider

Some more virtual mileage on tap, this one being...

Some more virtual mileage on tap, this one being 20 miles and 2800' feet. It included the Zwift climb portal for the Col du Platzerwasel. Not full gas, but as a FTP interval...it might be my best...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-17-24, 11:25 PM
Replies: 6,972
Views: 719,375
Posted By Sierra_rider

The punchy climbs are interesting...I'm thinking...

The punchy climbs are interesting...I'm thinking of a particular real-life climb I do from time to time, that I find boring. Essentially 10 miles at around 7% grade and the grade never fluctuates...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-17-24, 02:08 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 6,187
Posted By Sierra_rider

I've been tracking my maintenance miles more...

I've been tracking my maintenance miles more closely this year...so far, I've had to replace my rear 30mm GP5k TRs at about 1200 miles every time. For reference, I'm around 170ish lbs and on a 16.5...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-16-24, 11:52 PM
Replies: 6,972
Views: 719,375
Posted By Sierra_rider

They say the new mantra is "wide is fast." As...

They say the new mantra is "wide is fast." As long as I stick to the pressure recommended by the Silca calculator, these larger tires roll really fast on rough terrain. They handle pavement well too,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-15-24, 11:24 PM
Replies: 6,972
Views: 719,375
Posted By Sierra_rider

More Zwift mileage...21 miles and 3100 virtual...

More Zwift mileage...21 miles and 3100 virtual feet including today's climb portal...which is the virtual Puy de Dome. Not an all-out effort for me, but still a brisk pace:
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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-14-24, 11:06 PM
Replies: 6,972
Views: 719,375
Posted By Sierra_rider

Some more Zwift miles...17.5 miles and 1200'.

Some more Zwift miles...17.5 miles and 1200'.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-13-24, 11:44 PM
Replies: 125
Views: 3,775
Posted By Sierra_rider

I'm the opposite, I really don't enjoy riding...

I'm the opposite, I really don't enjoy riding with flat pedals. I run clipless on all my bikes, even on my MTBs that get used for technical riding. The road bikes I run the Ultegra SPD-SLs with the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-13-24, 11:29 PM
Replies: 6,972
Views: 719,375
Posted By Sierra_rider

I've been stuck at work, so no outdoor riding...

I've been stuck at work, so no outdoor riding this week. Yesterday I was feeling pretty tired, so I only did a virtual 20 miles with 900' of climbing, at a very modest power output.

Tonight I felt...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-11-24, 11:16 PM
Replies: 6,972
Views: 719,375
Posted By Sierra_rider

Some trainer miles today...25 miles and 2300 fake...

Some trainer miles today...25 miles and 2300 fake feet in Watopia. Mostly a low intensity effort, but I did get the "green jersey" on a couple of sprints.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-10-24, 10:46 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 497
Posted By Sierra_rider

They've been of no concern to me, since going...

They've been of no concern to me, since going tubeless...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-10-24, 02:24 PM
Replies: 6,972
Views: 719,375
Posted By Sierra_rider

I finally took a rest day yesterday, I was...

I finally took a rest day yesterday, I was feeling the fatigue of doing 3, progressively more difficult, weeks in a row. Today was back to work for me, so I did an indoor session on the "Alpe du...
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-09-24, 02:20 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,238
Posted By Sierra_rider

I sometimes forget that many of the opinions...

I sometimes forget that many of the opinions expressed on Bike Forums, aren't like the opinions I hear in my local cycling community. If it wasn't for BF, I'd never know about the controversies...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-08-24, 03:10 PM
Replies: 6,972
Views: 719,375
Posted By Sierra_rider

Simulated a solo "race" effort today on the...

Simulated a solo "race" effort today on the road...51 miles, 5700' climbing, and average speed of exactly 17 mph...just shy of 48mph for the max. I scored a couple Strava overall KOMs today, as well...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-07-24, 10:31 PM
Replies: 6,972
Views: 719,375
Posted By Sierra_rider

Well...like 47.5mm, but close enough lol. We have...

Well...like 47.5mm, but close enough lol. We have some really chunky fire/logging roads, so big tires are fast for our offroad. I'm also surprised how fast these are on the pavement too...they don't...
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-07-24, 05:21 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,238
Posted By Sierra_rider

Yep, those are 2 entirely different...

Yep, those are 2 entirely different disciplines/terrain. I enjoy both XC and enduro, but have 2 completely different bike set ups for them...although I do sometimes ride the bouldery/technical stuff...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-07-24, 04:50 PM
Replies: 6,972
Views: 719,375
Posted By Sierra_rider

39 miles and 4600' of 4wd trails, gravel, and...

39 miles and 4600' of 4wd trails, gravel, and sorta paved Forest Service roads this morning. I'm running mostly smooth S-works Pathfinder Pros on my gravel bike, so it's always a bit interesting on...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-07-24, 04:40 PM
Replies: 6,972
Views: 719,375
Posted By Sierra_rider

It was warm enough, I wouldn't think it would...

It was warm enough, I wouldn't think it would really need the sun...although it was pretty lethargic. Probably for the best, as I passed by fairly close to it...the picture doesn't show it well, but...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-06-24, 02:41 PM
Replies: 6,972
Views: 719,375
Posted By Sierra_rider

24 miles and 3700' of climbing this...

24 miles and 3700' of climbing this morning...went to one of my big local training climbs and did a couple of 20 minute intervals up it...was aiming for 345 watts on the intervals, but I hit the top...
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-05-24, 10:34 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,238
Posted By Sierra_rider

That video is wayyy out of date...the current...

That video is wayyy out of date...the current 29"ers are considerably more capable than the 26"ers, especially in technical terrain. My main racing discipline is XC and you'd be hard pressed to find...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-05-24, 05:34 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,493
Posted By Sierra_rider

The only use that I can see for it...although...

The only use that I can see for it...although even as a fitting tool, I see limited application for it. It looks like the shoe is part of the system, so if you're not running the same shoe, IDK how...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-05-24, 02:10 PM
Replies: 6,972
Views: 719,375
Posted By Sierra_rider

Road ride this morning...47 miles, 5k' of...

Road ride this morning...47 miles, 5k' of climbing, and an average speed of 15.8 mph. I took it fairly easy on the ride, although I did manage a 10th O/A and a KOM on some technical, mostly downhill...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-05-24, 02:02 PM
Replies: 6,972
Views: 719,375
Posted By Sierra_rider

Glad to hear that you finally have some good...

Glad to hear that you finally have some good news! Obviously, take it easy, but enjoy getting some time back on a bike.
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-05-24, 10:10 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 553
Posted By Sierra_rider

I think the Rekon Races have shorter knobs than...

I think the Rekon Races have shorter knobs than the standard Rekons. Mine are the "EXO" casing that offers some sidewall protection, at the expense of weight. IDK if they even offer a non-EXO version...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-05-24, 08:28 AM
Replies: 6,972
Views: 719,375
Posted By Sierra_rider

Damn, those are totally unnecessary...kudos for...

Damn, those are totally unnecessary...kudos for keeping it upright, but it sucks that you damaged a wheel. Hopefully an alloy wheel and not one of your carbon hoops?
Forum: Road Cycling
09-04-24, 09:48 PM
Replies: 3,351
Views: 696,418
Posted By Sierra_rider

Even more climbing yesterday, 2 big Sierra...

Even more climbing yesterday, 2 big Sierra passes:

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Forum: Road Cycling
09-04-24, 09:38 PM
Replies: 3,351
Views: 696,418
Posted By Sierra_rider

Only half a century, but nearly 7000' of...

Only half a century, but nearly 7000' of climbing...quiet Forest Service roads on Sunday:...
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-04-24, 07:21 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 553
Posted By Sierra_rider

I'm all over the place with MTB tires...on my...

I'm all over the place with MTB tires...on my enduro bike(Canyon Strive 160mm) I'm running the Maxxis DHR IIs. They're definitely on the enduro side of the spectrum and prioritize grip and puncture...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-04-24, 06:42 PM
Replies: 6,972
Views: 719,375
Posted By Sierra_rider

Only 12.5 miles and 2600' of climbing today on...

Only 12.5 miles and 2600' of climbing today on one of our local mountain bike loops. I broke out the longer-travel bike for this one, lots of boulders/rock gardens on the descent, where the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-03-24, 08:54 PM
Replies: 6,972
Views: 719,375
Posted By Sierra_rider

I did a tough one today...55 miles, 8000'...

I did a tough one today...55 miles, 8000' climbing, normalized power of 259 watts, average temp of 86F, and an average speed of 14.5mph. The ride mostly consisted of 2 "HC" climbs, each 9+ miles in...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-02-24, 06:13 PM
Replies: 6,972
Views: 719,375
Posted By Sierra_rider

Easy spin on the 'cross bike today...19 miles and...

Easy spin on the 'cross bike today...19 miles and 2300' of climbing.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-02-24, 03:20 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,059
Posted By Sierra_rider

Probably around 11-20. The vast majority of my...

Probably around 11-20. The vast majority of my rides are "mountainous," with elevation to mileage ratios above 100'/mile. I'll generally descend in the drops, climb mostly on the hoods(and a bit on...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-01-24, 07:49 PM
Replies: 6,972
Views: 719,375
Posted By Sierra_rider

51 miles, almost 7k' of climbing, average speed...

51 miles, almost 7k' of climbing, average speed of 14.8mph, and an average power of 201 watts. Today's ride mostly consisted of 3 moderately difficult climbs(2000ish' each,) also some elevation gain...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-01-24, 08:57 AM
Replies: 2,041
Views: 477,515
Posted By Sierra_rider

From a few different rides the past week: ...

From a few different rides the past week:

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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-31-24, 09:17 PM
Replies: 6,972
Views: 719,375
Posted By Sierra_rider

Easy ride around my "neighborhood." Not really a...

Easy ride around my "neighborhood." Not really a residential area, but I call it my neighborhood...15 miles and 1900' of climbing, at the best time of the evening. This wraps up a decent August for...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-30-24, 09:35 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,308
Posted By Sierra_rider

I figured out a power meter solution for this. I...

I figured out a power meter solution for this. I had an older Ultegra left side crank arm, with a power meter, sitting on a shelf. It came off an old bike and I really haven't had a use for it in...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-30-24, 09:29 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,308
Posted By Sierra_rider

I run the Race King Protection on the race wheel...

I run the Race King Protection on the race wheel set on my XC bike...I think they're the lowest rolling resistance of any of the commonly available XC tires. I'd run them on my gravel bike too, but...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-30-24, 06:42 PM
Replies: 6,972
Views: 719,375
Posted By Sierra_rider

Gravel ride with a couple of other guys...

Gravel ride with a couple of other guys today...70 miles and 8100' of climbing. Most of the day was at a very spicy pace, as one of our local pros was a long for the ride. We managed to get a number...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-29-24, 09:55 PM
Replies: 6,972
Views: 719,375
Posted By Sierra_rider

Another easy one tonight, tomorrow should be a...

Another easy one tonight, tomorrow should be a hammerfest. Did 15 miles and 2100' of climbing on the Ritchey...a couple miles of pavement, but mostly fire/logging roads.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-28-24, 10:45 PM
Replies: 6,972
Views: 719,375
Posted By Sierra_rider

Easy one for today, only 17' fake miles with...

Easy one for today, only 17' fake miles with minimal fake feet.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-27-24, 11:34 PM
Replies: 6,972
Views: 719,375
Posted By Sierra_rider

16 fake miles and 3k fake feet. I did FTP...

16 fake miles and 3k fake feet. I did FTP intervals on the trainer...345 watts for 15 minutes x2. Sleep was minimal the night before, so I was pleasantly surprised to finish the workout.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-26-24, 11:54 PM
Replies: 5,474
Views: 3,982,111
Posted By Sierra_rider

CX racing is just around the corner, my 'cross...

CX racing is just around the corner, my 'cross bike I just built for it:...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-26-24, 11:47 PM
Replies: 6,972
Views: 719,375
Posted By Sierra_rider

22 fake miles and 1000' of fake climbing tonight.

22 fake miles and 1000' of fake climbing tonight.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-25-24, 11:51 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 816
Posted By Sierra_rider

Anything under 100'/mile feels flat to me, but I...

Anything under 100'/mile feels flat to me, but I live/ride in the mountains, so lots of climbing is just part of the ride. Checking the stats, I'm at 597,300' climbed in 5,262 miles this year or...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-25-24, 11:20 PM
Replies: 6,972
Views: 719,375
Posted By Sierra_rider

Easy gravel ride this morning, 20 miles and 2400'...

Easy gravel ride this morning, 20 miles and 2400' climbing...felt like fall and there was even some snow visible on the higher peaks. My legs still felt fairly good, considering I had a couple hard...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-24-24, 10:49 PM
Replies: 6,972
Views: 719,375
Posted By Sierra_rider

That's kinda what happened on our ride. Rain at...

That's kinda what happened on our ride. Rain at the very beginning of the ride...just enough to get us wet before we hit super-dry, moon dust powder on the logging roads. The bike and I were covered...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-24-24, 04:35 PM
Replies: 6,972
Views: 719,375
Posted By Sierra_rider

58 miles and 6,200' of moon dust and very chunky...

58 miles and 6,200' of moon dust and very chunky gravel...it ended up raining on us towards the end of the ride. I rode with a small group today, including some very fast guys. Trying to hang onto...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
08-24-24, 05:51 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,849
Posted By Sierra_rider

I'll continue to do strength training. From a...

I'll continue to do strength training. From a racing perspective...when I wasn't strength training, I would end up with imbalances between the muscle groups and then end up with overuse injuries. I'm...
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