Bike Forums

Go Back  Bike Forums > Search Forums
Reload this Page >

Search Results

Register
FAQ
Calendar
Today's Posts
Search
Vendor Directory
Notices
Search: Posts Made By: ecsuser
Showing results 1 to 26 of 26
Search took 0.01 seconds.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-02-20, 09:37 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,848
Posted By ecsuser

Basketball shorts over padded cycling lycra...

Basketball shorts over padded cycling lycra shorts. Love the padding and the basketball shorts will usually ride up a little revealing the cool bike shorts underneath. :rolleyes:
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-02-20, 09:30 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,168
Posted By ecsuser

For what it's worth, I miss a kickstand too. But...

For what it's worth, I miss a kickstand too. But it's nothing new - I had to buy one to put on my 1999 Schwinn GS too that I just retired. It's a no go on my new Carbon Specialized though...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-02-20, 09:22 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,242
Posted By ecsuser

I find the hydraulics on my Sirrus X 5.0 kind of...

I find the hydraulics on my Sirrus X 5.0 kind of soft. Don't think it possible to go OTH with mine.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-02-20, 09:02 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 23,647
Posted By ecsuser

simonsez I, like you had to purchase a bike...

simonsez I, like you had to purchase a bike without test riding it (I did test drive some 2019 models around the parking lot at the end of last season - but nothing big enough for me). I took...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-02-20, 07:42 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,227
Posted By ecsuser

I bought a pair of Sponeed and a pair of Santic...

I bought a pair of Sponeed and a pair of Santic last month from Amazon. After trying both on 2 different rides - I bought more of the cheaper Santic (felt more substantial to me).

Time will tell...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-29-20, 11:31 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,264
Posted By ecsuser

I love these (i'm careful not to get baby shampoo...

I love these (i'm careful not to get baby shampoo on them)

Oakley M2 Frame XL
https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/800x400/1588224555_97442900cff4bd4eef257efc35a77f10017c847b.png
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-27-20, 07:36 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,751
Posted By ecsuser

How long have you owned them? My girlfriend has...

How long have you owned them? My girlfriend has cycled with the same pair of Oakley's for 8 years. Just bought a new pair for myself last week.

ETA: I just read the subject - 4 years.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-25-20, 07:58 PM
Replies: 1,577
Views: 391,527
Posted By ecsuser

Ordered - Wahoo Elemnt Bolt Computer Bundle ...

Ordered -

Wahoo Elemnt Bolt Computer Bundle
PRO BIKE TOOL CO2 Inflator
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-23-20, 12:59 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,685
Posted By ecsuser

Croker93 - Welcome to the forum. I just bought a...

Croker93 - Welcome to the forum. I just bought a Specialized Sirrus X 5.0. Questioning whether I should have spent the extra $600 for the upgraded components and 2x11 dual chanring on the Sirrus 6.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-22-20, 09:14 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 4,808
Posted By ecsuser

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

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/270x181/defence_efc95066793a0af12e2e1ebc81bbf43823c651a2.jpg
Forum: Introductions
04-21-20, 06:06 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 183
Posted By ecsuser

Welcome from Rochester

Welcome from Rochester
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-21-20, 04:35 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 4,808
Posted By ecsuser

or this might belong in the 65 - 85 year old's...

or this might belong in the 65 - 85 year old's thread :D
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-20-20, 08:55 PM
Replies: 6,129
Views: 558,492
Posted By ecsuser

14 miles around a lake where it seems you are...

14 miles around a lake where it seems you are always riding into the wind
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-20-20, 07:02 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,445
Posted By ecsuser

There are 5 bike shops within driving distance to...

There are 5 bike shops within driving distance to me. Late last year I started kicking tires and the owner of one of the stores spent more time with me, was never condescending and in the end -...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-20-20, 06:42 PM
Replies: 1,577
Views: 391,527
Posted By ecsuser

New bike 8 days ago. After 60 miles, finally...

New bike 8 days ago. After 60 miles, finally took off the various CYA stickers and one admittedly small LBS advert.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-20-20, 06:36 PM
Replies: 27,115
Views: 3,113,820
Posted By ecsuser

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/756x567/img_2363_dc24c6fa195b83714c30712bc6e560d1dc16ed6f.jpg
The GF and I did a quick 14 miler - pretty windy around Stoney Creek this evening.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-19-20, 01:26 PM
Replies: 27,115
Views: 3,113,820
Posted By ecsuser

Thanks for that - heading out again today with a...

Thanks for that - heading out again today with a different pair from a different manufacture. Admittedly, these are cheap Amazon sold products with good reviews. I wanted to test sizing before...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-19-20, 12:41 PM
Replies: 27,115
Views: 3,113,820
Posted By ecsuser

Yep (yesterday actually). Our first 20 miler of...

Yep (yesterday actually). Our first 20 miler of the season. Also my first ride with padded bike shorts - had a small positive impact I think.
Forum: Introductions
04-18-20, 10:55 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 548
Posted By ecsuser

Welcome, from the very locked down state of...

Welcome, from the very locked down state of Michigan
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-17-20, 06:52 PM
Replies: 1,577
Views: 391,527
Posted By ecsuser

Before I can effectively do any of ^ that stuff -...

Before I can effectively do any of ^ that stuff - needed a bike repair stand. Just decided on the Topeak Prep Stand Elite. On it's way from Texas.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-16-20, 01:56 PM
Replies: 1,795
Views: 747,748
Posted By ecsuser

I am researching different SPD-SL pedals and am...

I am researching different SPD-SL pedals and am looking for the weight of the stock alloy ones that come standard on the Sirrus X 5.0.

I know - I can probably nullify any difference in brands by...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-16-20, 01:34 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,526
Posted By ecsuser

Does FS make THAT much of a difference? Well,...

Does FS make THAT much of a difference? Well, just because something is measurable, doesn't make it noticeable. I have a new Sirrus X 5.0 with FS and I do love it. I'm surprised that there are...
Forum: Introductions
04-15-20, 03:07 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,498
Posted By ecsuser

I am 6'3 and was 260 3 yrs ago and lost 40 in 18...

I am 6'3 and was 260 3 yrs ago and lost 40 in 18 months. I have kept it off. Intermittent fasting, clean diet and full-body weight lifting exercises. Even at age 50, this combination increased...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-15-20, 02:03 PM
Replies: 21,328
Views: 5,184,978
Posted By ecsuser

Thanks for the heads up - even the 12% coupon...

Thanks for the heads up - even the 12% coupon code worked!
Forum: Introductions
04-15-20, 12:30 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 377
Posted By ecsuser

eduskator thanks for the reply and the welcome -...

eduskator thanks for the reply and the welcome - sorry for the dry humor. The Schwinn weighed 36 lbs and the new Sirrus is only 21 lbs. What a difference that made in and of itself.

I've been...
Forum: Introductions
04-15-20, 11:47 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 377
Posted By ecsuser

I lost 36lbs but quickly gained 21 of it back

I started shopping for a new hybrid at the end of last year. After my first ride of the season - I remembered why :lol:

Just last week, I shed my 1999 Schwinn Sierra GS in lieu of a Sirrus X 5.0....
Showing results 1 to 26 of 26


 
Forum Jump

Contact Us - Archive - Advertising - Cookie Policy - Privacy Statement - Terms of Service -

Copyright © 2024 MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands. All rights reserved. Use of this site indicates your consent to the Terms of Use.