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Forum: Touring
06-12-24, 12:43 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 861
Posted By spinconn

Can you expand on the relation between saddle...

Can you expand on the relation between saddle position and BB axis, or give a link to something that explains it?
Forum: Touring
06-11-24, 08:50 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 861
Posted By spinconn

I did not ask the question to solve any problem...

I did not ask the question to solve any problem of my own, just out of curiosity as to what tourers do because I think of you guys as the experts on endurance riding. Personally, I am comfortable on...
Forum: Touring
06-11-24, 06:49 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 861
Posted By spinconn

Touring Saddles

I have been following a thread in another subforum about comfortable saddles for an upright position bike and it seems to me that you folks ride all day, every day in a somewhat upright position. Is...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-09-24, 07:18 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 639
Posted By spinconn

What is an "SIS 14/28"?

What is an "SIS 14/28"?
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-08-24, 05:35 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 639
Posted By spinconn

Just this year I stopped riding my road bike and...

Just this year I stopped riding my road bike and switched to a very comfortable hybrid, adjusted for a complete upright position. I did it because I had to. At 75 my long-standing spine issues now...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-06-24, 02:32 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,381
Posted By spinconn

What kind of gear ratio would one of those...

What kind of gear ratio would one of those Walmart bikes have?
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-03-24, 01:50 PM
Replies: 3,892
Sticky 65-85+ Thread
Views: 692,257
Posted By spinconn

Maryland USA, my goal is based on time. I want a...

Maryland USA, my goal is based on time. I want a minimum of 1 hr a day, six days a week. I do enjoy seeing a good number of miles or a good speed, but my goal is time. I will bother to start a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 02:49 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 393
Posted By spinconn

Trek Verve.

Trek Verve.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-28-24, 07:55 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 245
Posted By spinconn

Thanks Crankycrank, I thought it was an M310 but...

Thanks Crankycrank, I thought it was an M310 but the website got me confused. It sounds like my solution may be to change the crankset instead as Bill mentioned. They sell an Altus FC-M311 170mm...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-27-24, 03:08 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 245
Posted By spinconn

Trek Verve 2 Cassette Compatibility

I have a Verve 2 with 3X cranks (28,38,48) and a 11-32 HG 8 Speed cassette, with Tourney TY 710 front derailleur and Altus M315 rear derailleur and flat bar trigger shifters. I am thinking of...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-23-24, 05:36 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 473
Posted By spinconn

Actually, I enjoyed completing it.

Actually, I enjoyed completing it.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-11-24, 01:46 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,719
Posted By spinconn

Well, having not tried it I would be interested...

Well, having not tried it I would be interested in the method you use to do it slowly. I assumed it would be out of your control once you pierce the seal.
Forum: Touring
05-11-24, 07:38 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,620
Posted By spinconn

Well, my jet burner stove ("Jetboil") is a system...

Well, my jet burner stove ("Jetboil") is a system which includes a large cup which is used for both cooking and eating. Only a spoon is needed. With dried complete meals you heat water, which...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-10-24, 05:08 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,719
Posted By spinconn

As the OP I would like to explain why some of you...

As the OP I would like to explain why some of you are so confused by my question. There is an important point of which you are unaware. That point is, quite simply, that I am a moron. I had a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-10-24, 01:26 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,719
Posted By spinconn

My reason for asking is I am trying to decide,...

My reason for asking is I am trying to decide, for long rides in the SC summer, whether to put my Topeak Mini Morph on my bike or use those attachment points for an extra water bottle and just carry...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-10-24, 04:48 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,719
Posted By spinconn

Flat Repair Air

If you ride tubulars, do you carry a pump, co2, both, or neither? And, why?
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
05-08-24, 03:09 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,758
Posted By spinconn

I have that problem as well but then I just...

I have that problem as well but then I just ignore the headings and go to the general sports section, scroll down, and after a few rows they have the Giro. But that only works on my pc once the race...
Forum: Touring
05-06-24, 05:56 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,620
Posted By spinconn

Thank you, that is a lot of very helpful...

Thank you, that is a lot of very helpful information and I need to go over it more carefully again.

There is no trip planned as yet. I am trying to determine if I can make one and it will be my...
Forum: Touring
05-06-24, 03:47 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,620
Posted By spinconn

Light Diet While Touring

I am curious if anyone has experience or knowledge of bikepacking while eating a low fat, heart healthy diet. I am not concerned about sufficient calories, I think I can address that, but how to...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-29-24, 05:47 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 977
Posted By spinconn

I have a bunch of fishing shirts. UV protection,...

I have a bunch of fishing shirts. UV protection, fast drying, breathable, great idea.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-26-24, 03:13 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 977
Posted By spinconn

Good stuff guys.

Good stuff guys.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-26-24, 09:27 AM
Replies: 3,635
Views: 1,023,084
Posted By spinconn

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Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-25-24, 06:49 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 977
Posted By spinconn

Thanks Eric.

Thanks Eric.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-25-24, 05:24 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 977
Posted By spinconn

Road Kit On Hybrids

What do you wear when you ride your hybrid?

I just switched a few weeks ago from riding a road bike to riding my new Trek Verve and I am riding the same distances, usually about 20 miles a day. ...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-24-24, 01:15 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 399
Posted By spinconn

Thanks guys, those look good, and the SS+ comes...

Thanks guys, those look good, and the SS+ comes in 700X45.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-24-24, 07:40 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 399
Posted By spinconn

Tire Ranges

I ride a Trek Verve 2 with Bontrager H5 700X45c tires. I do casual but extensive riding, only going about 10mph but over 100 miles a week. It is about 70% bike path, 20% suburban paved road and 10%...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
04-16-24, 04:02 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 848
Posted By spinconn

Speed Limits

I read an article recently where a French cycling official criticized the pro governing body for not doing more to ensure rider safety. He said Formula 1 reduced the speed for safety why couldn't...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-14-24, 12:26 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 722
Posted By spinconn

New Trek Verve 2

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Well, I had been looking for a used road bike that would be more comfortable than...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-14-24, 06:17 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 277
Posted By spinconn

Hollywood HR200Z Bike Rack

I need a shelf type hitch bike rack for two heavy bikes and this one is around $300. It looks good to me but is much cheaper than other choices I see online. Looking for comments on whether this...
Forum: Touring
04-12-24, 11:01 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,013
Posted By spinconn

"Soft tissue damage, IME, is usually saddle...

"Soft tissue damage, IME, is usually saddle sores. Cleanliness and prompt treatment usually manage to save the next day's ride."

Please tell me what prompt treatment you use for saddle sores that...
Forum: Touring
04-11-24, 07:26 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,013
Posted By spinconn

"Please tell me, how frequent do "fitness" or...

"Please tell me, how frequent do "fitness" or "road" cyclists take rest days?"

I suppose I should have started the thread with that issue.

I am no doctor of medicine, but my simplified...
Forum: Touring
04-11-24, 01:05 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,013
Posted By spinconn

Great comments guys, and informative, but they...

Great comments guys, and informative, but they deal with why you do not want to ride without taking days off. But how about needing to (other than for weather, sickness, etc). From a strictly...
Forum: Touring
04-11-24, 11:29 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,013
Posted By spinconn

Rest Days

Do long distance touring cyclists take substantially more rest days than a fitness or road cyclist?
Forum: Road Cycling
04-09-24, 02:56 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 928
Posted By spinconn

Yup, old age is about adapting to diminishing...

Yup, old age is about adapting to diminishing capabilities without giving up.

This bike is my most relaxed geometry of all and I got it because my old body could not deal with an aggressive...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-09-24, 03:13 AM
Replies: 3,892
Sticky 65-85+ Thread
Views: 692,257
Posted By spinconn

I don't think I have posted here before, despite...

I don't think I have posted here before, despite turning 75 a couple of weeks ago. I fast skimmed through the posts to see what older folks are riding and was surprised to see mostly road bikes in...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-04-24, 03:42 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 928
Posted By spinconn

I agree, my question was basically just what...

I agree, my question was basically just what other geometry specs might come into play, other than reach and stack.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-04-24, 09:01 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 928
Posted By spinconn

1. Yes, it will have to be shipped if from some...

1. Yes, it will have to be shipped if from some sources. From some sources I can test ride, but not all.

2. Long time cyclist, never fast or talented but at 75 I still ride about 100 miles a...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-04-24, 07:56 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 928
Posted By spinconn

Geometry

Looking for a used bike online and have not done this before. There will be no test ride opportunity and one question I have is on the specs I should look at to determine how relaxed, or upright a...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
04-02-24, 03:11 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 5,250
Posted By spinconn

Hi Chicago Al, I am in South Carolina. I just...

Hi Chicago Al, I am in South Carolina. I just found some stuff on Utube, and I have the 2023 UCI Road World Championships saved to watch. So, I can figure out Utube for prior races at least. ...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
04-02-24, 07:29 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 5,250
Posted By spinconn

I only found GCN+ last year butI loved the...

I only found GCN+ last year butI loved the racing, the commentary and the rest. Being retired, I was able to have a race on as background noise, but good noise, pretty much non-stop while in my...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-12-23, 06:31 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 3,283
Posted By spinconn

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Forum: Road Cycling
07-31-23, 02:08 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 339
Posted By spinconn

Ran Out Of Seat Adjustment

Disregard, found my answer.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-27-23, 12:50 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 458
Posted By spinconn

New Shoes?

My shoes are Shimano SPD-SL and I have no idea what mileage is on them. I would roughly guess only about 7-9 thousand. They look pretty good and there is no sign of deterioration. I was away from...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-25-23, 05:53 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 695
Posted By spinconn

"I think what the OP meant was the entire...

"I think what the OP meant was the entire bar/stem assembly got knocked out of straight following the crash, and that they were able to straighten it out on the road to ride back home."

Nope, the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-24-23, 05:52 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 695
Posted By spinconn

Bent Bars

The drop bars on my Giant Contend were bent substantially at the curve down on the left side when I crashed last week. I was about 10 miles from my vehicle, so I bent them straight again and rode...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-17-23, 07:11 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 748
Posted By spinconn

What Happened?

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I am an old guy who rides recreationally, never raced, never trained seriously...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-11-23, 02:27 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 821
Posted By spinconn

Great answers Gents. I shall be a more informed...

Great answers Gents. I shall be a more informed viewer for tomorrow's Stage.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-11-23, 07:46 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 821
Posted By spinconn

Drafting

Watching the Tour, I am trying to learn and understand a little more about racing. I have read that the benefit of drafting increases as you get farther back in the peleton, but only up to a point....
Forum: Road Cycling
07-10-23, 05:17 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 617
Posted By spinconn

Wheelset Compatibility With Groupset

I am shopping for new wheels for my Giant Contend AR4 and had about settled on a set of Fulcrum Racing wheels and then saw that they are listed for 10-11 speed. Other wheels I have looked at do not...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-05-23, 03:31 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 923
Posted By spinconn

Today the TDF was exciting but I missed a big...

Today the TDF was exciting but I missed a big chunk in order to get out in the high 90's heat and very high humidity to do a 22 mile ride. "Joyful is a good way to describe it. Cycling is fun,...
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