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Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
07-13-11, 05:27 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,436
Posted By IKYR

Did I say anywhere I "keep chopping wheels?"...

Did I say anywhere I "keep chopping wheels?" You're putting words into my mouth because of your weak argument. Give it a rest. My point is that if someone is make a dangerous move inside endangering...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
07-12-11, 11:52 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,436
Posted By IKYR

I'm well aware of what can happen behind...as I'm...

I'm well aware of what can happen behind...as I'm well aware what can happen when someone dive bombs me and takes out my front wheel...I'm perfectly comfortable if someone has the inside line, but if...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
07-12-11, 10:35 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,436
Posted By IKYR

If they're callling out then they know it's a...

If they're callling out then they know it's a dicey move...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
07-12-11, 10:03 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,436
Posted By IKYR

The one rider shouldn't have taken his hands off...

The one rider shouldn't have taken his hands off his bars...but there was nothing dangerous here...



Calling it out makes it ok? If someone calls out that there diving inside in a corner I'm...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
06-24-11, 08:28 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 373
Posted By IKYR

You can't decide these things beforehand...maybe...

You can't decide these things beforehand...maybe some general things...like the break usually goes here or there so I should follow, but otherwise pay attention and play it by ear. Know who's in the...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
05-17-11, 05:43 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,818
Posted By IKYR

25c are better in alll conditions IMO...

25c are better in alll conditions IMO...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-01-11, 04:57 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,968
Posted By IKYR

The secret to riding faster is simple...ride...

The secret to riding faster is simple...ride faster. I apologize if this sounds condescending, but I get this question a lot. Riding at 15 mph is great if you're training to ride at 15 mph. In...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-29-11, 10:52 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 459
Posted By IKYR

Good advice... while you're at it find a good...

Good advice... while you're at it find a good bike fitter, ideally someone who pays a lot of attention to your cleat position...

wayne
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
04-16-11, 06:18 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 751
Posted By IKYR

It's not a race. Do it, you won't know if you...

It's not a race. Do it, you won't know if you can until you try.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
03-20-11, 02:24 PM
Replies: 12,012
Views: 796,182
Posted By IKYR

Not really...1st and 2nd had zero teammates... ...

Not really...1st and 2nd had zero teammates...

wayne
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
03-06-11, 04:54 PM
Replies: 12,012
Views: 796,182
Posted By IKYR

Sorry man but this is extremely bad form...rotate...

Sorry man but this is extremely bad form...rotate to the front if you feel the need, but sprinting to the front and soft pedalling is at best poor racing and at worst dangerous and unsportsmanlike. ...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
03-06-11, 04:39 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 7,082
Posted By IKYR

typo...watt*hour (some fraction anyway) feel...

typo...watt*hour (some fraction anyway) feel better now?
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
03-04-11, 09:19 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 7,082
Posted By IKYR

A kj is a watt/hour = more power which may mean...

A kj is a watt/hour = more power which may mean better fitness...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-07-11, 01:29 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,072
Posted By IKYR

Get yourself a bluetooth A2DP receiver...eg. the...

Get yourself a bluetooth A2DP receiver...eg. the Sony model or the Jabra Clipper. I have the older Jabra Bt3030, works great with my phone, ipod, pc, etc and I can use my sennheiser earbuds with...
Forum: Cyclocross Racing
10-22-10, 03:37 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 875
Posted By IKYR

Not to sound facetious...but do whatever is...

Not to sound facetious...but do whatever is faster. If deviating from the racing line to find more traction lets you carry more speed then do that...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
08-19-10, 09:32 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 430
Posted By IKYR

Thanks for the info folks...I wasn't sure what...

Thanks for the info folks...I wasn't sure what the whole voucher deal was about, but assuming meetings don't go long I plan on attending...

wayne
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
08-17-10, 12:49 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 430
Posted By IKYR

Greenbelt Series Aug 25th ?

I'm going to be in town for work (8/25) and am considering heading out to the last Greenbelt Series race...I was wondering what kind of turnout I can expect...if it's questionable that I'll be able...
Forum: Cyclocross Racing
07-09-10, 07:14 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,156
Posted By IKYR

I generally try to be fit for some late season...

I generally try to be fit for some late season road races in the NE (Green Mountain Stage Race), and carry whatever fitness I have from that through the start of cross. Once cross starts I'm usually...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
06-27-10, 06:12 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 432
Posted By IKYR

1. This is bike racing not running...your time...

1. This is bike racing not running...your time doesn't matter, really.
2. A better bike won't make a difference...

wayne
Forum: Road Cycling
06-13-10, 06:23 AM
Replies: 269
Views: 10,978
Posted By IKYR

Not to single out the tri-folks but driving up to...

Not to single out the tri-folks but driving up to a RR in Wilmington I saw some of the most inconsiderate cyclists I've ever encountered. A teammate commented "no wonder the locals hate cyclists...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-30-10, 04:43 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 595
Posted By IKYR

Syracuse is an omnium so there are no upgrade...

Syracuse is an omnium so there are no upgrade points for GC. The road race only qualifies for circuit race points (too short) and the crit doesn't qualify at all (also too short). Whether your rep...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
04-27-10, 12:06 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,548
Posted By IKYR

Depending on the start time I have my usual...

Depending on the start time I have my usual breakfast (oatmeal or bagel with pb) and 2-3 hours before race time I have a poptart...(banana split flavor for important races)...then a red bull about an...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-16-10, 08:22 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,958
Posted By IKYR

I actually hate the Jagwire Rocket II...I don't...

I actually hate the Jagwire Rocket II...I don't know if they're coming out of adjustment because of the housing twisting, road vibration or if my hand position is moving them but they don't stay...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
03-14-10, 06:39 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,593
Posted By IKYR

If you follow any of the reputable gluing guides...

If you follow any of the reputable gluing guides online (park, etc). IMHO the danger of rolling a road tubular is exaggerated...Having seen some spectacular crashes with flatted clinchers coming off...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-12-10, 05:55 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 4,447
Posted By IKYR

At 5'3" it shouldn't be too hard to find a...

At 5'3" it shouldn't be too hard to find a properly fitting bike...A friend at a little less than 5'3" (5'2.5" or so) has ridden good fitting Lemonds, Cannondales, Giants, and Wilier in the smallest...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
02-19-10, 06:12 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 731
Posted By IKYR

The TT course starts across the street on Barlow...

The TT course starts across the street on Barlow rd and then takes a right up Loughlin (sp?). I forget the distance. Keep in mind I'm not saying this is the best or most popular way to run the...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
02-17-10, 12:37 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 731
Posted By IKYR

Keep in mind that the ESG qualifiers (CNY) have...

Keep in mind that the ESG qualifiers (CNY) have traditionally included both an uphill tt followed by the points race, and IIRC it must be an open event, so only 2 categories (men/women).
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
02-14-10, 12:34 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 922
Posted By IKYR

I remember reading somewhere about the Aussie...

I remember reading somewhere about the Aussie national track team (I think), if a rider couldn't hit their wattage/time targets or if they set a PR they would be sent home to rest. The reasoning...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-22-09, 07:32 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,462
Posted By IKYR

I don't know about your particular race but 45+...

I don't know about your particular race but 45+ is often cat 1-3 only...Either way I'd suggest doing the Cat 4/beginner race since this is your first race...

wayne
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-19-09, 09:57 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,907
Posted By IKYR

Just FYI...as far as I can tell the Eastons are...

Just FYI...as far as I can tell the Eastons are kinlin rims with easton hubs...you can build up a set much cheaper than what they're going for now. Last year when you could snag them for around $250...
Forum: Cyclocross Racing
09-21-09, 04:34 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 862
Posted By IKYR

Maybe because he's complaining about sandbaggers...

Maybe because he's complaining about sandbaggers and racing in a lower category than is apparently on his license? Complaining about attitudes then talking smack in the middle of a cat 4 race?
...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
09-09-09, 05:57 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,038
Posted By IKYR

Tough weekend for him...unfortunately being the...

Tough weekend for him...unfortunately being the local strong man he was pretty much marked by the whole field for App Gap...

wayne
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
08-25-09, 05:30 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,668
Posted By IKYR

Lame tactics IMO...

Lame tactics IMO...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-14-09, 03:42 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 838
Posted By IKYR

I'm pretty much exactly your height and build and...

I'm pretty much exactly your height and build and have owned both a 52 and a 54cm trek, both of them set up pretty much identically in terms of reach, saddle height, setback etc. The only...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
08-11-09, 07:04 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,661
Posted By IKYR

https://www.usacycling.org/news/user/story.php?id=...

https://www.usacycling.org/news/user/story.php?id=3490
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
08-02-09, 12:04 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 977
Posted By IKYR

specificity, specificity, specificity. 2x20,...

specificity, specificity, specificity. 2x20, 3x20, sweetspot
Forum: Road Cycling
07-23-09, 07:14 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,142
Posted By IKYR

Had a case of mild shingles a couple years...

Had a case of mild shingles a couple years ago...If you've ever had chicken pox you are at risk for shingles, essentially something stimulates the dorman virus that still resides in your body and you...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-20-09, 03:47 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,747
Posted By IKYR

sacrilege! Fondriest as the "B" bike...

sacrilege! Fondriest as the "B" bike...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
07-17-09, 09:13 AM
Replies: 139
Views: 5,938
Posted By IKYR

Any chance of a neutral feed? Would like to do...

Any chance of a neutral feed? Would like to do the P/1/2 but don't have a feeder and don't think I have big enough pockets for 96 miles of food and water...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
07-15-09, 07:06 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 653
Posted By IKYR

vittoria evo cx or veloflex...

vittoria evo cx or veloflex carbon/criterium...forget the records
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
07-15-09, 11:59 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 6,207
Posted By IKYR

A cat 5 definitely wouldn't be allowed to ride...

A cat 5 definitely wouldn't be allowed to ride the 3/4 race... Just a bit of advice, don't think just because you do group rides with cat 3's that you're any less sketchy than any other cat5 (or...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
07-11-09, 11:20 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 871
Posted By IKYR

Well...not really. A tt or triathlon is a steady...

Well...not really. A tt or triathlon is a steady state effort...for example ride 20 miles in an hour, not hard right? but then try 30 min at 30mph and 30 min at 10 mph. An extreme example but that...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
07-11-09, 10:37 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 871
Posted By IKYR

Not to sound like an arrogant bike racer...

Not to sound like an arrogant bike racer know-it-all...but

1. Forget the notion that your time in a triathlon has any correlation to a criterium...the similarities end with the fact that the...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-06-09, 07:03 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,349
Posted By IKYR

He really was as good as they come...didn't know...

He really was as good as they come...didn't know him really well, but have raced with his son and have had the pleasure to talk with him whenever our paths crossed. He really had an incredible...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
06-29-09, 06:40 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 362
Posted By IKYR

http://www.spokepost.com/calendar/

http://www.spokepost.com/calendar/
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
06-22-09, 05:17 PM
Replies: 12,012
Views: 796,182
Posted By IKYR

Thanks :) Hit in the head with a stone? wayne

Thanks :) Hit in the head with a stone?

wayne
Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-09, 05:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 553
Posted By IKYR

challenge

challenge
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
05-07-09, 04:13 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 790
Posted By IKYR

I'm a definite maybe to probable :) Hows that...

I'm a definite maybe to probable :) Hows that for an ambiguous answer...Bristol is a great race, it just makes for a lot of driving with Bear the next day...

wayne
Forum: Road Cycling
05-07-09, 08:03 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,000
Posted By IKYR

If that's the case I would say definitely get the...

If that's the case I would say definitely get the PT, Training Racing with a Powermeter by Allan and Coggan, and Cyclingpeaks WKO+ (or whatevery they call it these days). Sure it is just more data...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-07-09, 06:32 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,899
Posted By IKYR

It's thinking like this that angers me...it's not...

It's thinking like this that angers me...it's not just an "accident" its negligence on the part of the driver. An accident would be if the driver hit and icy patch or something and couldn't control...
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