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Forum: Northern California
06-18-19, 11:30 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,944
Posted By abbynormal

Dang, old thread, but anyone still looking for...

Dang, old thread, but anyone still looking for folks to ride with around Crescent City, and beyond??
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-09-16, 03:37 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,599
Posted By abbynormal

Thank you much Cassave, I will take a look at...

Thank you much Cassave, I will take a look at your links:) I saw some handlbar extension today at the library. Someone's bike parked out front. I didn't think they'd be for me, but there may be...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-09-16, 03:35 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,599
Posted By abbynormal

WTG BD, a lot to be said for proper exercise, and...

WTG BD, a lot to be said for proper exercise, and nutrition too.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-09-16, 01:10 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,599
Posted By abbynormal

Well I'm pretty sure I've been locking my elbows,...

Well I'm pretty sure I've been locking my elbows, pretty much so there's one issue. Something isn't right if I'm have neck or upper shoulder pain so I'm just going to have to focus on right posture...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-09-16, 12:29 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,599
Posted By abbynormal

Ok, so you put your dependence mostly on your...

Ok, so you put your dependence mostly on your core muscles, it sounds hard to learn, but it makes more sense now that you explained it further. I'm pretty sure I can google some info that might even...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-09-16, 11:46 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,599
Posted By abbynormal

And no offense taken BD:) I like to hear...

And no offense taken BD:) I like to hear everyone's input, then decide for myself on what works for me;)
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-09-16, 11:45 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,599
Posted By abbynormal

I can't help but lean forward onto my handlebars,...

I can't help but lean forward onto my handlebars, I tried not to, did all but let go and ride with no hands. I think these handlebars above would be much better because I would be sitting...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-09-16, 11:41 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,029
Posted By abbynormal

I will Kevin, keep having fun:) You guys...

I will Kevin, keep having fun:) You guys too!!:thumb:
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-09-16, 11:09 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,599
Posted By abbynormal

Anything that will keep me from having to lean...

Anything that will keep me from having to lean (put weight on my arms) should help. I don't know that these will, I will have to research a bit before I buy something else.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-09-16, 10:06 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,599
Posted By abbynormal

I don't know what I would do without the peeps...

I don't know what I would do without the peeps here Biker:) I would be only "guessing" about things:foo:
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-09-16, 09:58 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,599
Posted By abbynormal

Ok, I do see how to adjust the straps to actually...

Ok, I do see how to adjust the straps to actually bring the front down. We'll see how that works for me, and it may not be the most comfy helmet, but it will work until I get a better one;)
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-09-16, 09:52 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,599
Posted By abbynormal

Oh man I like that one! I found one on Amazon...

Oh man I like that one! I found one on Amazon that looks like that but don't recall the brand. I'll look again.

Ty for the link BD!!:D
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-09-16, 09:42 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,599
Posted By abbynormal

Thanks Bandera! I will examine the helmet before...

Thanks Bandera! I will examine the helmet before I change. It has a dial in the back but adjusting just that didn't do the trick. I will see if there are any that might somehow pull it down in...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-09-16, 09:39 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,029
Posted By abbynormal

Is that 100 miles?? Well, it's something to look...

Is that 100 miles?? Well, it's something to look forward to, and here I go :ride:
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-09-16, 09:17 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,599
Posted By abbynormal

I see some small "tool" ideas for bikes as well...

I see some small "tool" ideas for bikes as well at Amazon. I need to carry something other than my household tools, LOL! Too heavy;) I found gloves, and all kinds of accessories. Oh, forgot to...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-09-16, 09:09 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,599
Posted By abbynormal

I did have my hands get sore, so I have some...

I did have my hands get sore, so I have some gym-gloves (fingers cut out) that I can wear for a time. I'll do that and thank you much Ron, Abby


Hmm, I'll have to research the...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-09-16, 09:03 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,599
Posted By abbynormal

Yes, and only because I didn't buy a handlebar...

Yes, and only because I didn't buy a handlebar bag yet, which is what I'll get next;) I think there were some issues with that as well, even though I put very little in it, I had to include the...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-08-16, 05:23 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,599
Posted By abbynormal

Thanks so much Rockiesdad! I will see what I can...

Thanks so much Rockiesdad! I will see what I can "settle on" trying, and then order them. I like ordering online, done it with a few other types of things. Not much here in my town either, so the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-08-16, 05:20 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,029
Posted By abbynormal

Thank you Kevin:) Yeah, I tend to get pretty...

Thank you Kevin:) Yeah, I tend to get pretty excited, even over the little things:) I do have fun. I tote my 2 tools I use in my backpack for now. I want to get one of those little bags I see...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-08-16, 02:26 PM
Replies: 27,122
Views: 3,118,074
Posted By abbynormal

Sounds like a plan to put a patch on before bed...

Sounds like a plan to put a patch on before bed greybeard!! Thanks for the heads-up, hadn't heard of those, ty ty, Abby!!:D
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-08-16, 01:25 PM
Replies: 27,122
Views: 3,118,074
Posted By abbynormal

Ohmygosh!! I want to go there, wonderful, just...

Ohmygosh!! I want to go there, wonderful, just wonderful, and love your bike!! Is that a Corvair in that gas-station??
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-08-16, 12:20 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,599
Posted By abbynormal

Thank you Peter! I am getting used to the gear...

Thank you Peter! I am getting used to the gear shifters, and would like to leave it as much as it is, and just add on some extensions. Try that first, at least;) Older maybe, but bolder too, I...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-08-16, 12:02 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,599
Posted By abbynormal

Thanks for the new post of the other style. I...

Thanks for the new post of the other style. I have a different braking system so I don't want to change all that out unless it comes to that. I think the extensions you first pointed out are what I...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-08-16, 12:00 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,599
Posted By abbynormal

I want some type that will take the weight off my...

I want some type that will take the weight off my arms, so I am thinking I may have to go all the way with a new set. I don't know anything for sure. With continued work "again' on my arm, I may...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-08-16, 11:53 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,599
Posted By abbynormal

K, here's what I have now, and I will do the...

K, here's what I have now, and I will do the search;) as well:
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-08-16, 11:39 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,599
Posted By abbynormal

Oh, I just noticed those are facing front of...

Oh, I just noticed those are facing front of bike, I can get them to face in as well right??
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-08-16, 11:38 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,599
Posted By abbynormal

Wow, I like this idea!! I was thinking I would...

Wow, I like this idea!! I was thinking I would have to completely remove the old bars, changed the shifters etc. I like these types, or something like them, what do you think Barrett?? And thank...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-08-16, 11:06 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,599
Posted By abbynormal

Maybe need different handlebars

since I think leaning so much on the bars I have is going to be an issue (pic of bike below). I have the Hardrock that I bought 2nd hand, and love it. I rode and rode some more yesterday, but...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-08-16, 11:01 AM
Replies: 27,122
Views: 3,118,074
Posted By abbynormal

Thanks canklecat:) I am not as tired or sore as...

Thanks canklecat:) I am not as tired or sore as I thought I'd be at all! I think I may opt for different handlebars, but don't know what exactly that will take. I did have a rotator cuff "injury"...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-07-16, 05:20 PM
Replies: 27,122
Views: 3,118,074
Posted By abbynormal

I rode 12 miles today, and met some cyclers from...

I rode 12 miles today, and met some cyclers from Sweden, New York, and Alaska! I had an awesome time and love my new-to-me bike:) I imagine I'll be sore but it was just to wonderful to stop, so I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-07-16, 05:16 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 4,452
Posted By abbynormal

Wow, you got me pegged, lol, I got home and...

Wow, you got me pegged, lol, I got home and logged in to find this seedsbelize!! I rode 12 miles today. It was awesome, and love my bike!! I made stops along the way of course, shot some photos,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-06-16, 08:03 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 4,452
Posted By abbynormal

Oh that's great! I figured there might be an app...

Oh that's great! I figured there might be an app but they have so many at the Google Store that I never know which to get. I so appreciate your recommend! I wear a little "fanny-pack" right now...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-06-16, 07:27 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 4,452
Posted By abbynormal

I don't think I saw this post before Obed, but...

I don't think I saw this post before Obed, but yes, I want to have fun, and the exercise for good health is a side-benefit:) After I can go a few miles, stay out there awhile, I'll ask one of my...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-06-16, 07:18 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 4,452
Posted By abbynormal

many thanks oldsCool;) Love your username:lol: ...

many thanks oldsCool;) Love your username:lol:

I can't wait to ride again tomorrow. I went just for a short jaunt today because I know if I push it too hard, I will "maybe" be too sore, but I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-06-16, 05:47 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 4,452
Posted By abbynormal

That's amazing, no reason I can't have mine...

That's amazing, no reason I can't have mine awhile then:thumb:
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-06-16, 03:13 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,208
Posted By abbynormal

Welcome Uncle Bud, I just started riding now at...

Welcome Uncle Bud, I just started riding now at 63. I never "really" cycled, and never on a regular basis. Just started getting back in shape by walking. Now I want to to cycling, and I am taking...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-06-16, 02:49 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,029
Posted By abbynormal

hey Kevin, did so good today and followed...

hey Kevin,

did so good today and followed your instruction. I did 1.5 miles in 15 minutes, short and sweet, but I realized I was pushing back to be in a good pedal position so my butt was hangin...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-06-16, 02:42 PM
Replies: 27,122
Views: 3,118,074
Posted By abbynormal

Super nice, can't say much but "wow", you got...

Super nice, can't say much but "wow", you got everything on there but the kitchen sink. I didn't miss that did I:lol:I hope to add something here and there as I go, just started though, and I do...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-06-16, 02:37 PM
Replies: 27,122
Views: 3,118,074
Posted By abbynormal

I did it, road my new-to-me Hardrock for 1.5...

I did it, road my new-to-me Hardrock for 1.5 miles in 15 minutes, and realized I just needed to move the seat back a bit. I had not pressure on my tailbone, and had a great "short" but happy ride:) ...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-06-16, 10:22 AM
Replies: 27,122
Views: 3,118,074
Posted By abbynormal

Hi Ken, I am so encouraged at your progress....

Hi Ken,

I am so encouraged at your progress. I'm 63, just found a good buy on a used Hardrock 2 days ago. I haven't done anything else yet. I need to buy a helmet and have procrastinated. ...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-05-16, 08:20 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 4,452
Posted By abbynormal

Oh cool!! I love to read, so I will go for it! ...

Oh cool!! I love to read, so I will go for it! Thanks for the link HR, and thanks again to 35mm;)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-05-16, 07:06 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 4,452
Posted By abbynormal

I got chills reading this 35mm:) No, I am not...

I got chills reading this 35mm:) No, I am not sure what I've even bought, I'm finding out thanks to a lot of good folks here like you though:) I didn't know about it's configuration and ALL I can...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-05-16, 06:47 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 4,452
Posted By abbynormal

Sounds good to me, I know I'm going to learn the...

Sounds good to me, I know I'm going to learn the most by "doing". It's good to have some knowledge though ahead of time so I'm not going "out there" getting a bunch of surprises, then not knowing...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-05-16, 06:43 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 4,452
Posted By abbynormal

Good to know HR:) about the rear break. I know I...

Good to know HR:) about the rear break. I know I got a lot more bike than I could have afforded buying new, and I wanted to ride now, not wait for 2 or 3 months to save up;) I'll keep saving...
Forum: Living Car Free
08-05-16, 06:38 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,098
Posted By abbynormal

Yea, reading that I had to look back at what I...

Yea, reading that I had to look back at what I posted:lol: I thought the subject had wandered off to "cooking" along the way or something:foo:
Forum: Living Car Free
08-05-16, 06:28 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,098
Posted By abbynormal

I will have extra to spend on other things as...

I will have extra to spend on other things as well. Maybe a pros and cons list is in order, but I always make the lists fit what I really want so that doesn't work for me:lol:

Just thinking about...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-05-16, 02:52 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 4,452
Posted By abbynormal

Thanks No motor, I think that's just how I feel...

Thanks No motor, I think that's just how I feel about this bike, it's an "all-around" bike, a good way for me to get some miles under me, and see where the road leads:thumb:
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-05-16, 12:27 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,225
Posted By abbynormal

Looks easy to use/reach, I'll eventually look one...

Looks easy to use/reach, I'll eventually look one up online, probably order one. We don't have a lot in this town for shopping/bicycle accessories;)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-05-16, 12:19 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 4,452
Posted By abbynormal

I noticed that, and I no longer go into politics,...

I noticed that, and I no longer go into politics, or religious forums for the same reason. I do what works for me, and I appreciate your input on this. I read one "book" on it and threw it down,...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-05-16, 12:04 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,225
Posted By abbynormal

I like your lil dingy, and I also am encouraged...

I like your lil dingy, and I also am encouraged by your signature quote, thanking you much:D
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