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Forum: Road Cycling
09-03-10, 06:52 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,776
Posted By RichmondRider

Great ride. I've done it for 4 years with Team...

Great ride. I've done it for 4 years with Team in Training (although they add a loop out to Truckee to get it up to a century). If the ride isn't beautiful enough, it sure feels good to be part of...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-23-07, 02:51 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 5,434
Posted By RichmondRider

I have a cheapo Walmart air horn strapped to the...

I have a cheapo Walmart air horn strapped to the top of my steerer (and dipped in black to match the bike and feed the Fred in me). Cars are really surprised when I honk at them, and it gets out...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-14-07, 09:23 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,179
Posted By RichmondRider

Best part about the morning ride: I feel good...

Best part about the morning ride: I feel good all day, and am happy that I rode.
The downside is that on those days where I go back to bed (usually with an excuse like "the bed is a lot warmer than...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-30-07, 10:43 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,684
Posted By RichmondRider

I have a 10W halogen Planet Bike Alias that was a...

I have a 10W halogen Planet Bike Alias that was a good starter light. $100 on sale at Performance.
My L&M Li Arc Ion (HID) is significantly brighter, but it cost me $300 or so on eBay. I think it...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-26-07, 07:00 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 9,801
Posted By RichmondRider

This thread points out that there are clearly two...

This thread points out that there are clearly two type of people in this world: those with a sense of humor, and those without.

Of course you could also argue that there are two other types of...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-24-07, 05:25 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,378
Posted By RichmondRider

Any feedback on the new Tri-newt? I hear that...

Any feedback on the new Tri-newt? I hear that they just got recalled due to problems with the battery, but I'm wondering how good the light is (when the battery is good).
Forum: Road Cycling
10-20-07, 12:48 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,378
Posted By RichmondRider

Are new LEDs as bright as HIDs?

There are a host of new LED lights out there. Clearly LED technology has moved to the "see the road" category from the "be seen by cars" category of the past So are they really as bright as the...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-19-07, 11:45 AM
Replies: 124
Views: 7,293
Posted By RichmondRider

I ride at 5AM two or three days a week. L&M Arc...

I ride at 5AM two or three days a week. L&M Arc Li-Ion on front, Viewpoint on the back, and Cateye Opticube in my pocket in case of emergency. +1 on the comment about reflective tape. I have it on...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-17-07, 05:43 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,116
Posted By RichmondRider

I don't get why people think scrubbing speed with...

I don't get why people think scrubbing speed with the front brake is somehow better since the next guy won't notice. The guy behind you is going to be in the same boat -- needing to get rid of some...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-27-07, 10:23 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,065
Posted By RichmondRider

I've had 1 flat in the last 14,000 miles. This...

I've had 1 flat in the last 14,000 miles. This is indeed a function of many variables though, starting with the tire and inflation. I have been riding Conti 4 season for the past couple of years...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-05-07, 08:02 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,504
Posted By RichmondRider

Sounds like you really want the Sidis. Great, if...

Sounds like you really want the Sidis. Great, if they fit.
I went to Performance 6 months ago fully intending to pick up the Sidi shoes. They simply didn't fit my foot. The Forte's fit well, so...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-11-07, 08:20 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,305
Posted By RichmondRider

I've had a similar problem. I am VERY...

I've had a similar problem. I am VERY nearsighted (about a -13. -6 is generally deemed strong, and the typical limit for Lasik). I usually wear contacts, but have to wear glasses every April or...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-23-07, 11:13 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,201
Posted By RichmondRider

Wireless is a very convenient way to go, unless...

Wireless is a very convenient way to go, unless you plan on using an HID light. If so, the electromagnetic radiation from the lamp's switching power supply will interfere with the wireless signal,...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-03-07, 11:43 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 683
Posted By RichmondRider

Great cause. Well run. Can't say enough about...

Great cause.
Well run.
Can't say enough about them.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-26-07, 07:44 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 5,644
Posted By RichmondRider

Road rage picks up a ton of dirt. I like ProLink...

Road rage picks up a ton of dirt. I like ProLink a lot better...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-26-07, 07:03 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 845
Posted By RichmondRider

I also find my Bell Sweep helmet to be noisy. ...

I also find my Bell Sweep helmet to be noisy. Frankly, I found it kind of disappointing for what it cost. It isn't noticibly cooler than my $30 Bell helmet that I had previously. Actually, the...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-05-07, 07:23 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,420
Posted By RichmondRider

I find that before 7 AM has less traffic than...

I find that before 7 AM has less traffic than after 7 PM.
Yes, you can spend as much as you like on a light (like everything else). I picked up a Planet Bike Alias halogen light for ~$90 at...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-16-07, 06:48 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 7,809
Posted By RichmondRider

Chamois butter helps...

Chamois butter helps...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-30-06, 07:35 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 8,766
Posted By RichmondRider

These were the final 2 bikes I considered 2 years...

These were the final 2 bikes I considered 2 years ago when I bought my latest road bike. Both rode great. I went with the Kestrel because (a) I thought it looked better, (b) I liked the idea of not...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-04-06, 04:00 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,678
Posted By RichmondRider

I really like my L&M HID. It is better than...

I really like my L&M HID. It is better than halogens, although the amount 'better' is not really proportional to the price difference. --More like 25% brighter for 3x the cost. That being said, I...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-06-06, 02:33 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 3,491
Posted By RichmondRider

I pre-registered last year and had the pleasure...

I pre-registered last year and had the pleasure of riding through Tropical Storm Tammy. Looks like more of the same this year, only colder. Sorry I have to miss it. Y'all have fun.:rolleyes:
Forum: Road Cycling
08-23-06, 12:34 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,694
Posted By RichmondRider

Kestrel Talon SL purchased April 2005. 7500...

Kestrel Talon SL purchased April 2005.
7500 miles so far.
Only replacements have been tires, chains, casettes, and a shifter cable.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-17-06, 07:10 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 328
Posted By RichmondRider

Yeah. Lots of 'em. Here is a 40 mile route in...

Yeah. Lots of 'em. Here is a 40 mile route in the west end (starting from my home, but easily modified): http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=106646.
Here is a 50 mile route in Hanover:...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-12-06, 01:38 PM
Replies: 206
Views: 7,758
Posted By RichmondRider

Perhaps they do strike their heads just as...

Perhaps they do strike their heads just as often.... They just have trouble writing due to their vegetative state...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-30-06, 06:28 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 503
Posted By RichmondRider

I have 2 lights. One is the Planet Bike Aliias...

I have 2 lights. One is the Planet Bike Aliias from Performance for $99. It is a 10w halogen. Not bad, but a little yellow in color. The second is the Light & Motion Arc Li-Ion which I got on...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-15-06, 06:50 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 848
Posted By RichmondRider

Thanks for the thoughts gang. It is not my...

Thanks for the thoughts gang. It is not my derailleur cable, nor is it a shoelace. Cleats are tight. Crank arms and BB are tight. It goes away when climing. I like the seat post and front skewer...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-14-06, 07:19 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 848
Posted By RichmondRider

Please -- Help solve my 'clicking' problem

My Kestrel Talon makes a really annoying click when pedaling. --Not all the time mind you (which would make it far too easy to diagnose and fix.) It happens at the same point in the pedal stroke,...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-14-06, 07:11 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,684
Posted By RichmondRider

You only get a chance to see so many sunrises in...

You only get a chance to see so many sunrises in your life...
There's nothing better than seeing them after 20 or 30 miles of riding.

OK, so there are some things that are better, but it is still...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-23-06, 02:36 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 939
Posted By RichmondRider

Great video too.... In a parking lot; sans...

Great video too.... In a parking lot; sans helmet...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-23-06, 02:34 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 653
Posted By RichmondRider

I have the Ultegra 10. I bought the Wipperman to...

I have the Ultegra 10. I bought the Wipperman to make it removable. All I did was to use a chain tool to push out two of the pins (to remove a whole link) and then put the Wipperman in its place. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-19-06, 01:23 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,309
Posted By RichmondRider

Brightest Blinkie

I do a lot of 5 AM riding, and finally sprung for the Light & Motion Arc Li-Ion headlight. Very bright! Now that I feel I can be seen better from the front, I want to make sure I can be seen well...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-06-06, 05:18 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 4,644
Posted By RichmondRider

We always hear about people who fell, slammed...

We always hear about people who fell, slammed their head on the pavement, and claim that their helmet saved their life. Gee -- we never seem to read posts from those who fell, slammed their head on...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-18-06, 08:57 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 916
Posted By RichmondRider

I like Cannondale Windshredders down to around 30...

I like Cannondale Windshredders down to around 30 degrees. I find they do a great job on the wind without making my hands sweat much. They are also thin, so the feel of the shifters and brakes are...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-08-06, 07:35 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 674
Posted By RichmondRider

I have the Pro Race 2 tires and put 4300 miles on...

I have the Pro Race 2 tires and put 4300 miles on them so far. Very happy with them. Got my first flat yesterday, oddly enough. Even though they look like they could probably go another 1000,...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-29-05, 07:43 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,351
Posted By RichmondRider

I have a 2004 Talon SL. I love it. Very smooth...

I have a 2004 Talon SL. I love it. Very smooth and reasonably light and fast. Perhaps the best part is that there aren't many of them around. It's nice to not just have another Madone. (NOthing...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-09-05, 07:06 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 551
Posted By RichmondRider

Correction -- I've only used handlebar mount. ...

Correction -- I've only used handlebar mount. Brain hiccup....
Forum: Road Cycling
11-09-05, 07:05 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 551
Posted By RichmondRider

I've only used helmet mount. I got the Planet...

I've only used helmet mount.
I got the Planet Bike Alias, mainly because it was a reasonable price and I wanted to see if I really had the motivation to get up and ride at 5 AM. It is a decent...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-20-05, 06:22 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,782
Posted By RichmondRider

There sure are a lot of night riders out there. ...

There sure are a lot of night riders out there.
I actually consider myself a morning rider. I'm usually out from around 5:30-7:00. I notice that in addition to there being few cars, people give...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-18-05, 06:30 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 3,280
Posted By RichmondRider

I really appreciate this thread 'cause I was...

I really appreciate this thread 'cause I was thinking of starting a "tallest tale" thread. Other than claiming to ride at 60 mph down a 20 degree incline, on a ride that otherwise had an average...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-18-05, 02:46 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 3,360
Posted By RichmondRider

Personally, I'm kind of happy that my Kestrel...

Personally, I'm kind of happy that my Kestrel didn't even make it to your survey list...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-10-05, 06:46 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 533
Posted By RichmondRider

I did it this year. I already rode a lot when I...

I did it this year. I already rode a lot when I joined, and I was looking for a century to ride in more than personal training. I thought if I could find some locals to ride with that would be a...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-08-05, 03:00 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 814
Posted By RichmondRider

Sea Gull for Ducks

Any other riders of the Sea Gull Century today? 100 miles in the remnants of tropical storm Tammy (in Salisbury MD). At least it was for a good cause -- Team in Training raised $800+k for leukemia...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-04-05, 03:38 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 12,891
Posted By RichmondRider

My Ultegra 10 lasted around 3000 miles. I lube...

My Ultegra 10 lasted around 3000 miles. I lube it / wipe it daily with Pedro's Road Rage, and thorougly clean it with degreaser about every 300-500 miles. Shifting is noticably better with the new...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-02-05, 06:08 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,580
Posted By RichmondRider

I start most of my rides at between 5 and 6 AM. ...

I start most of my rides at between 5 and 6 AM. That's "night" as far as I'm concerned -- it's plenty dark for the first hour. I have a 10 watt front light (marginal) and a blinkey in the back. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-27-05, 07:02 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 713
Posted By RichmondRider

I set my pedals for 0 float and made sure that...

I set my pedals for 0 float and made sure that the cleat was adjusted so the position felt comfortable. Then I went back to my normal 6 degrees of float. It really didn't take much adjustment. As...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-18-05, 12:34 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 822
Posted By RichmondRider

Headlights -- HID vs. Halogen?

Anyone have experience with HID headlamps? Are they worth the extra money vs. halogen? I'm just looking for something that will allow me to get out 60-90 minutes before sunrise. A lot of the...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-16-05, 06:21 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 7,840
Posted By RichmondRider

Age 45, with 3600 miles so far this year. ...

Age 45, with 3600 miles so far this year.
Typical solo ride of 20-70 miles is usually around 18 +/- .5 mpg.
This is the door to door average that my computer tells me, which is the only one that...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-05-05, 07:34 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 2,620
Posted By RichmondRider

Wow. There are a fair number of Virginian's out...

Wow. There are a fair number of Virginian's out there.
I agree -- a beautiful day in Richmond. I got out at 6:30 AM (a bit chilly), and rode 70 miles through Goochland, Louisa, Hanover, and back...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-08-05, 08:19 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 829
Posted By RichmondRider

I bought a pair about 2500 miles ago. Generally...

I bought a pair about 2500 miles ago. Generally they are good. No hot spots; easy to clip in and out. I found the adjustable float nice since I hadn't used clipless pedals before (although having...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-02-05, 07:07 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,892
Posted By RichmondRider

Do you use a mirror? On busy roads, I spend as...

Do you use a mirror? On busy roads, I spend as much time looking at what's coming as what's ahead of me. When I see people approaching too close, I motion to them to move over. Usually it works,...
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