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Forum: Pacific Northwest
02-03-11, 11:15 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 740
Posted By mp123

Have you checked with WWU? THey have a cycle...

Have you checked with WWU? THey have a cycle team and sponsor some races. Might be a lead...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
12-17-10, 09:14 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,589
Posted By mp123

Check out crazyguyonabike.com if you haven't...

Check out crazyguyonabike.com if you haven't already. Lots of touring cyclists there that could answer your specific questions.
Forum: Pacific Northwest
11-08-10, 06:43 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 8,706
Posted By mp123

I took a wrong turn onto Hastings street once. ...

I took a wrong turn onto Hastings street once. Yikes, not doing that again...

But I'd agree Van is a pretty cool place.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
08-01-10, 06:35 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,041
Posted By mp123

Blacked out vision sounds like pre-syncope. Sit...

Blacked out vision sounds like pre-syncope. Sit down if that happens again so you don't hit your head. +1 on all the see a docs...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
06-13-10, 11:29 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 870
Posted By mp123

We still haven't hit 75 at SEATAC yet this year. ...

We still haven't hit 75 at SEATAC yet this year. Of course other spots are warmer but that's the official one. It's a record for the longest stretch of below 75 temperatures. Last time we were...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
06-12-10, 12:36 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 870
Posted By mp123

Ahhh yes, nowhere but the Northwest would 70...

Ahhh yes, nowhere but the Northwest would 70 degrees be considered "hot"...

It is a spectacular day though, have a nice ride!
Forum: Pacific Northwest
05-27-10, 10:43 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 842
Posted By mp123

The West side of Vancouver Island (Tofino,...

The West side of Vancouver Island (Tofino, Ucluelet) is very nice. There's also the Gulf Islands and Sunshine coast if you want to stay in BC. I second the previous recommendation of the Oregon...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
05-12-10, 03:19 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,462
Posted By mp123

Don't despair, it's not going to rain all day...

Don't despair, it's not going to rain all day everyday for a week. This time of year it almost always clears up sometime in the afternoon/evening and it doesn't get dark until close to 9. You might...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
04-22-10, 01:11 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 680
Posted By mp123

Lopez is a great place to ride but I agree with...

Lopez is a great place to ride but I agree with all the comments that's not flat. I dunno how that rumor started, it's pretty much rolling hills all around. Nice though!
Forum: Pacific Northwest
04-18-10, 08:54 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 672
Posted By mp123

The Interurban trail in B'ham is hard pack gravel...

The Interurban trail in B'ham is hard pack gravel and in good condition. It's an old trolley track rails-to-trails thing so it's pretty wide for most of the stretch.

There are a number of road...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-13-10, 02:26 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 823
Posted By mp123

I use a SRAM 10 speed link on Record 10 chains...

I use a SRAM 10 speed link on Record 10 chains and it works great. I've also used the Wipperman link with equally good results. These are single links, not the short section of chain you might be...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-17-10, 11:47 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,143
Posted By mp123

+1 see if you can borrow or rent a mtn. bike and...

+1 see if you can borrow or rent a mtn. bike and try the hill with that first.

Going to a 34 tooth compact chainring or a 29 tooth cassette (or both) may not be enough.

Have you been...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-19-09, 06:43 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 8,508
Posted By mp123

I actually find it easier to ride the rollers...

I actually find it easier to ride the rollers without hands than with. It takes a while to get used to it though but since you can't really steer with the bars anyway there isn't much point in...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
12-16-09, 03:42 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,555
Posted By mp123

That pretty well covers Bellingham bike shops. ...

That pretty well covers Bellingham bike shops. Jacks Bikes on Iowa street is probably worth a mention too.

I like Fanatik because they're the only place in town that carries Campy components.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
12-08-09, 01:31 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,937
Posted By mp123

Yes, I would guess that the 2.5s would be a...

Yes, I would guess that the 2.5s would be a better choice if you don't want the fan but I've never ridden them. The 3s without resistance aren't terribly tough to ride even in 50/12. I guess it...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
12-08-09, 11:49 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,937
Posted By mp123

I have the 3" Kreitlers and found they didn't...

I have the 3" Kreitlers and found they didn't offer enough resistance so I added the Killer Headwind fan which really works well. It allows you to dial in exactly how much resistance you want. My...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-05-09, 12:26 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,306
Posted By mp123

Once you get a PT and figure out your base...

Once you get a PT and figure out your base numbers you'll have to suffer the shame and humiliation of realizing that EVERYONE on BF has much, much higher power numbers than you.

You may or may...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-04-09, 11:26 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 665
Posted By mp123

I did the swtich from Shimano to Campy and you do...

I did the swtich from Shimano to Campy and you do need to change around the washers.

Diagram on the saris site http://www.saris.com/pdfManuals/138.pdf

I also had to redish the wheel...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-01-09, 09:06 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 742
Posted By mp123

Yes, it about 1.5 x 2 x 3/4 inches. Really...

Yes, it about 1.5 x 2 x 3/4 inches. Really small, it doesn't give you a lot of leverage to break the chain with but it's adequate...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-01-09, 08:51 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 742
Posted By mp123

I carry one of the Wipperman chain tools. It's...

I carry one of the Wipperman chain tools. It's quite small and has a handly compartment to hold the spare link.

You pretty much need some sort of chain tool. Without one the only breaks you...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-08-09, 05:34 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,353
Posted By mp123

#3 sounds like the beginning of the dreaded "ass...

#3 sounds like the beginning of the dreaded "ass hatchet" which can occur if the saddle is over tensioned. Eventually you end up riding on the sharp center strip rather than being supported by the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-04-09, 10:55 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 401
Posted By mp123

Velox makes tubular repair kits. Might be a...

Velox makes tubular repair kits. Might be a little hard to find at an LBS but widely available online.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-03-09, 04:20 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,309
Posted By mp123

branfordbike.com has them

branfordbike.com has them
Forum: Road Cycling
08-03-09, 01:37 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 441
Posted By mp123

To be fair it probably does allow a slight weight...

To be fair it probably does allow a slight weight reduction in the rim but I agree it limits their functionality.

I've had good luck with 32 hole Mavic A719s laced to DT240s with disks on a wet...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-17-09, 09:34 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 600
Posted By mp123

The spline pattern is the same but apparently in...

The spline pattern is the same but apparently in some cases the 11s cassette gets too close to the spoke side of the hub. Zipp in particular offers a spacer to move it out slightly. I think you...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
07-14-09, 11:08 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,144
Posted By mp123

Have you visited the Northwest before? I'd...

Have you visited the Northwest before? I'd recommend a trip up here in the winter just to see what it's like. Coming from the SoCal desert you should expect that it will take some time to acclimate...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-22-09, 10:10 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 915
Posted By mp123

+1 But the new look saves .00001 grams!

+1

But the new look saves .00001 grams!
Forum: Road Cycling
06-18-09, 12:37 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 407
Posted By mp123

You have the interface between the extension and...

You have the interface between the extension and the built in valve stem as well as the interface between the extension and the relocated valve core. That's two places that could leak if they loosen...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-18-09, 12:03 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 407
Posted By mp123

You need valve stem extensions. They come in a...

You need valve stem extensions. They come in a variety of designs all of which have advantages and drawbacks.

Some (like the Zipp extensions) you need to leave the valve open all the time,...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-16-09, 09:55 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 461
Posted By mp123

I used one for a couple of Campy 10 chains. It...

I used one for a couple of Campy 10 chains. It didn't really seem to show much wear and it's hard to measure any kind of stretch on them. When I went to replace it I found they aren't making that...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
06-10-09, 10:28 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 872
Posted By mp123

Lopez is about the same size as San Juan but far...

Lopez is about the same size as San Juan but far fewer people live there. The last time I rode around Lopez I saw maybe a half dozen cars. San Juan and Friday Harbor in particular is kind of a busy...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
06-09-09, 06:33 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 872
Posted By mp123

It's possible to fly to San Juan and Lopez...

It's possible to fly to San Juan and Lopez Islands from directly Seattle. Kenmore Air has scheduled service on small planes. Not cheap but a really great way to see the area. That would be one way...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
06-09-09, 09:30 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 872
Posted By mp123

San Juan Island is nice but I prefer Lopez Island...

San Juan Island is nice but I prefer Lopez Island which is right next to it. Much less traffic and a bit flatter. There's a bike rental there too http://www.lopezbicycleworks.com/ The loop around...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
06-05-09, 11:38 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 679
Posted By mp123

The sodium in ramen is mostly in that little...

The sodium in ramen is mostly in that little flavor packet. You can leave that out if you want to cut back on sodium. Thumbs up on the Red Rooster sauce! You could weight youself before and after...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-04-09, 11:33 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,453
Posted By mp123

The hybrid ceramics with steel races do but the...

The hybrid ceramics with steel races do but the full ceramic bearings with ceramic races often don't. It does seem like some sort of seal would be a good idea. Maybe they rely on a seal in the...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-04-09, 10:15 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,453
Posted By mp123

Much of the drag in steel bearings comes from the...

Much of the drag in steel bearings comes from the seals and grease. One advantage to ceramics is they generally don't require either. I bet if you pulled the seals off a steel bearing and washed...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
06-01-09, 12:41 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 30,015
Posted By mp123

Maltodextrin sourced from wheat might have gluten...

Maltodextrin sourced from wheat might have gluten I guess. I think most comes from corn though but they don't really have to tell you what it was before it was maltodextrin...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-26-09, 05:18 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,073
Posted By mp123

How does the clearance look between your brake...

How does the clearance look between your brake pads and the rim? Maybe you're flexing the rear wheel enough to rub the pad?
Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-21-09, 01:16 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 24,168
Posted By mp123

How long is your 40 miles going to take you? ...

How long is your 40 miles going to take you?

Knowing nothing about it I'd suggest 2 bottles of HEED and maybe a gel or two. Alternatively, water and maybe a banana or some cookies halfway.
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-21-09, 12:39 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 530
Posted By mp123

I've had pedals make clicking kinds of noises...

I've had pedals make clicking kinds of noises that sound like a BB going bad. Only while pedaling of course whcih makes it hard to tell where the noise is coming from. I don't know what kind you...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-20-09, 12:34 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 649
Posted By mp123

I think your $450 pair of calipers deserves...

I think your $450 pair of calipers deserves SwissStop pads...:thumb:
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-19-09, 04:12 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 682
Posted By mp123

It's also very easy to just remove the fixing...

It's also very easy to just remove the fixing bolt under the cap with an 8mm socket and pull the whole eggbeater part off the spindle. Then you can clean it up and repack with grease.

They do...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
05-16-09, 10:13 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 764
Posted By mp123

Whatcom county places to get water

On longer rides I tend to use up both of my water bottles and start looking for a place to refill.

Here's a few spots around Whatcom county I've found with easy roll up access to water.

If...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-15-09, 01:40 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,422
Posted By mp123

My HRM gives false high readings of 225 when the...

My HRM gives false high readings of 225 when the battery starts to wear out. My guess is it's that or maybe the strap not making good contact until you get all sweaty. In any case you could always...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-15-09, 01:05 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,913
Posted By mp123

Yes, they stretch out fine on a clincher rim. I...

Yes, they stretch out fine on a clincher rim. I usually pump them up to around 160 though.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-07-09, 02:23 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,834
Posted By mp123

I'm 6'1" and ride a 58 with a 120mm stem. ...

I'm 6'1" and ride a 58 with a 120mm stem.

You can always stretch out a bit with a longer stem but it's hard to shrink a frame that's too big...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
05-03-09, 10:12 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,846
Posted By mp123

My Brooks Swift started creaking recently after a...

My Brooks Swift started creaking recently after a few thousand miles of use but I found that increasing the tension slightly made the noise go away and the saddle feels even better now too.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-01-09, 12:36 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 55,976
Posted By mp123

I take the chain off the bike and give it a soak...

I take the chain off the bike and give it a soak in gasoline every now and then. A splash of gas in an old tupperware container gets the chain remarkably clean. At $2.25 a gallon you won't find a...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
04-19-09, 05:46 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,059
Posted By mp123

Of the three in town hills Barkley is nice...

Of the three in town hills Barkley is nice because it has bike lanes on both sides the whole way. On Yew St. Road they sort of come and go. Both are pretty steep but not terribly long climbs.
...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
04-11-09, 12:37 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 598
Posted By mp123

+1 I did the exact same thing, it drove me...

+1

I did the exact same thing, it drove me crazy when I first got my PT. Practically tore apart my computer trying to fix drivers, etc. Even though the head unit says "HOST" it still may not be...
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