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Forum: Northeast
08-17-09, 08:08 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,129
Posted By G-Whacker

I wrote up my experience from last year HERE...

I wrote up my experience from last year HERE (http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?t=466729&highlight=Scenic+Schuylkill+Century)
From what I've read on the PBC site, they've changed the routes...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-12-09, 10:35 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 667
Posted By G-Whacker

There's a link in the first post- but for...

There's a link in the first post- but for convienience....

Cyclists in Pike Creek, Bear hit by darts



By TERRI SANGINITI • The News Journal • August 11, 2009
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A bicyclist who got...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-12-09, 06:19 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 667
Posted By G-Whacker

A new danger on the road

Friggin' Darts (http://www.delawareonline.com/article/20090811/NEWS/90811031/1006/Cyclists-in-Pike-Creek--Bear-hit-by-darts) man!
Apologies if this is a repost.
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
05-31-09, 05:52 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,146
Posted By G-Whacker

Hear Hear! His mechanic sure was 'Johnny on the...

Hear Hear!
His mechanic sure was 'Johnny on the spot' with that spare bike too.
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
05-22-09, 06:34 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,698
Posted By G-Whacker

Astana is definitely going to be fun to watch-...

Astana is definitely going to be fun to watch- I'm not sure if Johann will try the old "postal Train" strategy in this situation though. Levi doesn't strike me as the kind of predatory rider who...
Forum: Northeast
10-13-08, 06:11 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 395
Posted By G-Whacker

Savage Century Anyone?

Is anyone doing the Savage Century (http://www.whiteclaybicycleclub.org/Events-WCBC/savage.htm)this year? I was thinking of doing it as kind of a last hurrah for the year, but I'm not sure if it's...
Forum: Northeast
10-07-08, 11:01 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 5,471
Posted By G-Whacker

CLICK...

CLICK (http://picasaweb.google.com/MRC707007/SeaGullCentury2008#slide show) for a slideshow of the ride. Please ignore the silly comments (they were for my kids.)

It was cool to meet Bill on the...
Forum: Northeast
10-06-08, 06:08 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 5,471
Posted By G-Whacker

I hope everyone got home safely. I saw more...

I hope everyone got home safely. I saw more accidents this year than, well, ever. I'm not sure why, it might have been the great weather causing people to pay less attention or just bad luck. Other...
Forum: Northeast
10-03-08, 12:16 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 5,471
Posted By G-Whacker

I labored for almost two minutes of my valuable...

I labored for almost two minutes of my valuable work day to create this masterpiece:
http://i306.photobucket.com/albums/nn254/G-whacker2/bfd.jpg
I'll scope out where to plant it tonight, and post...
Forum: Northeast
10-03-08, 07:20 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 5,471
Posted By G-Whacker

HERE...

HERE (http://www.delmarvanow.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20081003/NEWS01/810030304/-1/newsfront2) is a link to the local paper's story about the ride.
Using the old Dresser Wayne parking lot will...
Forum: Northeast
10-03-08, 06:25 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 905
Posted By G-Whacker

Very chilly here this morning (I live about a...

Very chilly here this morning (I live about a mile south of the university) and light fog that burned off right as the sun came up. Once you get warmed up on the ride, it should be excellent!
Forum: Northeast
10-02-08, 04:39 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 905
Posted By G-Whacker

I've never left after 7:45 or so, but the crowd...

I've never left after 7:45 or so, but the crowd at the start is nonstop. Everyone leaves the university by going under Rt13 in this tunnel:...
Forum: Northeast
10-02-08, 01:56 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 5,471
Posted By G-Whacker

It's also not at pace because the Milburn Landing...

It's also not at pace because the Milburn Landing access road is AWFUL!
That road feels like forever, but the rest stop is there- I swear.

Is anyone else doing the Old Mill on Sunday? It would be...
Forum: Northeast
10-01-08, 06:10 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 5,471
Posted By G-Whacker

The October fog has started right on time here on...

The October fog has started right on time here on the lower shore.
It looks like this year will be a slightly colder version of last year...
Forum: Northeast
09-26-08, 06:10 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 5,471
Posted By G-Whacker

Don't worry so much! This ride is more party than...

Don't worry so much! This ride is more party than sport. I've seen people napping at the Assateague rest stop, dipping their feet into the Pocomoke river at the Milburn rest stop, there's cake and...
Forum: Northeast
09-25-08, 12:41 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 5,471
Posted By G-Whacker

I'll plant a "BFD" sign. (bike forums...

I'll plant a "BFD" sign.
(bike forums destination :p)
Forum: Road Cycling
09-24-08, 01:32 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 3,303
Posted By G-Whacker

Is your Cervelo an SUV? (that would explain why...

Is your Cervelo an SUV? (that would explain why you're on a path.)
Forum: Road Cycling
09-23-08, 06:03 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,141
Posted By G-Whacker

12) When you go to take a drink and the bottle...

12) When you go to take a drink and the bottle gets ripped from your hand...and takes a couple fingers with it.
Forum: Northeast
09-23-08, 05:47 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 5,471
Posted By G-Whacker

#2985 I'll be the nondescript guy in the...

#2985
I'll be the nondescript guy in the nondescript jersey riding the nondescript bike.
I'll be leaving as early as possible to take advantage of faster riders behind me, so if you're in the...
Forum: Northeast
09-21-08, 08:12 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 865
Posted By G-Whacker

:twitchy: You got a massage after the 38 mile...

:twitchy: You got a massage after the 38 mile route!
I "got" to ride 5 miles to the car so I could drive it back to the wife and kids (hanging out at the pizza party) after the full century!
...
Forum: Northeast
09-18-08, 06:01 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 5,471
Posted By G-Whacker

There's a brand new Hampton Inn in Fruitland...

There's a brand new Hampton Inn in Fruitland (about 1.5 miles from the start @ SU) give tham a shot.
You'll be more than comfortable on this ride- it's really more of a party than a serious century....
Forum: Northeast
09-17-08, 11:25 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 865
Posted By G-Whacker

A belated "hello" then!

A belated "hello" then!
Forum: Northeast
09-17-08, 11:22 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 611
Posted By G-Whacker

There's a new Hampton inn in Fruitland within a...

There's a new Hampton inn in Fruitland within a couple miles of the University, give them a shot.
Forum: Northeast
09-17-08, 10:16 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 865
Posted By G-Whacker

Scenic Schuylkill report

This was my first foray into the hills. As a matter of fact, I climbed more in the first 20 miles than I have this year, and more in the first 50 than my lifetime totals! I had done my training...
Forum: Northeast
09-16-08, 02:10 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 987
Posted By G-Whacker

How far do you want to ride? For my money, the...

How far do you want to ride?
For my money, the trip down 611 to Assateague is a better ride than rt 1.
You could hit Berlin from there if you're looking for more mileage.
When I do rt 1, I take a...
Forum: Northeast
09-11-08, 06:01 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 646
Posted By G-Whacker

Out of towner first timer here- what's the SRT,...

Out of towner first timer here- what's the SRT, or should I care? (I'm doing the full route)
Will there be enough riders so I won't get lost alone in Chester County? :eek:
Forum: Northern California
08-19-08, 11:08 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 863
Posted By G-Whacker

I agree with me too!

I agree with me too!
Forum: Northern California
08-19-08, 10:32 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 863
Posted By G-Whacker

This sounds like a job for the regional forum.

This sounds like a job for the regional forum.
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
08-19-08, 10:18 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,344
Posted By G-Whacker

Yes but get far enough off the back that it's...

Yes but get far enough off the back that it's obvious to the person that just finished their pull that you're not part of the rotation. One to two bike lengths should do, you won't get the full...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-18-08, 06:45 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 646
Posted By G-Whacker

First you signal it, than you do it. People...

First you signal it, than you do it.
People drafting you are much too close to react if you simultaneously signal and slow.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-15-08, 01:51 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 4,338
Posted By G-Whacker

When your bidet puts out 10 gallons a minute, you...

When your bidet puts out 10 gallons a minute, you only need 1 square!
Forum: Northeast
08-15-08, 01:34 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 646
Posted By G-Whacker

I need some flatlanders to sign up so I won't...

I need some flatlanders to sign up so I won't suffer alone!
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
08-13-08, 10:49 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,183
Posted By G-Whacker

For me a ride is long when my body starts telling...

For me a ride is long when my body starts telling me it can't take anymore (but I force it to go on anyway)

It's been said on this forum before that a hot humid metric is longer than a cool fall...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
08-13-08, 10:40 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 628
Posted By G-Whacker

Neat. My kind of fellow, ride the...

Neat.



My kind of fellow, ride the bike when you get there ;)
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
08-13-08, 10:34 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,473
Posted By G-Whacker

For long rides with spd cleats, I like THIS...

For long rides with spd cleats, I like THIS (http://www.performancebike.com/shop/profile.cfm?SKU=2275&subcategory_ID=10045) pedal. If you're getting uncomfortable or having weird pains, flipping...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-12-08, 07:34 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,036
Posted By G-Whacker

+1 Try to support yourself with your core and...

+1
Try to support yourself with your core and not lean on your hands.
But I bet you've thought of this already.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-12-08, 07:25 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,779
Posted By G-Whacker

I have no idea why you haven't gotten skinny.

I have no idea why you haven't gotten skinny.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-12-08, 07:21 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 7,490
Posted By G-Whacker

Did someone say "whackjob?" Try huffing...

Did someone say "whackjob?"

Try huffing duster spray, all the skinny girls are doing it.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-06-08, 09:16 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,071
Posted By G-Whacker

Opiates and beer. Riding will wait, legal...

Opiates and beer.
Riding will wait, legal monster buzzes must be utilized.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-06-08, 09:06 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,326
Posted By G-Whacker

incorrect. should read: Winner!

incorrect.
should read: Winner!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-01-08, 09:13 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 438
Posted By G-Whacker

^^^ what fosters said What you want to do...

^^^ what fosters said

What you want to do is take the ferry from Lewes to Cape May after your trip.
Go parallel, stay offa 13. I Spend A LOT of time in slower lower DE and the major roads (1,...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
07-31-08, 11:45 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,344
Posted By G-Whacker

The only etiquitte you'll need is common sense...

The only etiquitte you'll need is common sense stuff, let people know you're passing, point out debris on the road, etc.

My 3 step system for centuries
1. If it's show 'n' go-- start really...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-30-08, 02:28 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,063
Posted By G-Whacker

Not joking (just this once, I swear!), and gratzi!

Not joking (just this once, I swear!), and gratzi!
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-30-08, 06:19 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,063
Posted By G-Whacker

With the aggressive stand that Le Tour has taken...

With the aggressive stand that Le Tour has taken against doping, it only makes sense to suspend time bonuses. They don't void a result until the 'a' test is confirmed (see Ricco, stage 6 winner), so...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-28-08, 10:25 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,791
Posted By G-Whacker

I didn't until you mentioned it. I think the...

I didn't until you mentioned it.

I think the Levi comparison is apt.
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-26-08, 09:09 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,421
Posted By G-Whacker

Make sure you throw away the neutral bottles, so...

Make sure you throw away the neutral bottles, so you can blame the French when you test non-negative later!
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-26-08, 09:05 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 5,691
Posted By G-Whacker

What sucks for me is that I can't watch Andy ride...

What sucks for me is that I can't watch Andy ride back to back fantastic Alp stages without that loud nagging voice in my head yelling "doper!"

That's not fair to him, I know, but I've been fooled...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-22-08, 10:47 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,235
Posted By G-Whacker

Yeah, he's right there in my avatar- pushing me...

Yeah, he's right there in my avatar- pushing me up a hill.
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-18-08, 09:02 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 605
Posted By G-Whacker

Wow! Sharapova was #1.

Wow! Sharapova was #1.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-18-08, 11:15 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,385
Posted By G-Whacker

Baby, I know you'll never read this, but I need...

Baby, I know you'll never read this, but I need to thank you for not doing this to me.
I'm bringing you flowers and not telling you why.
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