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Forum: Road Cycling
05-15-24, 01:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 56
Posted By datlas

If SAME generation likely minimal difference. ...

If SAME generation likely minimal difference. Newer is better.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-15-24, 12:22 PM
Replies: 2,736
Views: 59,745
Posted By datlas

On yesterday’s hike we saw a guy with a weird...

On yesterday’s hike we saw a guy with a weird space-age looking backpack.

It was Apple Maps guy!

(stock image)
...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-15-24, 12:14 PM
Replies: 2,736
Views: 59,745
Posted By datlas

Speaking of food, we got pastries at Republique a...

Speaking of food, we got pastries at Republique a well rated bakery cafe, and now getting sammiches from Mendocino Farms which is a popular sandwich place, to take to Angles stadium. The food in LA...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-15-24, 12:11 PM
Replies: 2,736
Views: 59,745
Posted By datlas

mrs datlas gets easily hangry, it’s not a...

mrs datlas gets easily hangry, it’s not a pleasant time for either of us when that happens.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-15-24, 09:22 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 104
Posted By datlas

Too late for Andy. But seriously, wait for...

Too late for Andy.

But seriously, wait for some unbiased reviews. I expect we will know soon enough.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-15-24, 08:47 AM
Replies: 2,736
Views: 59,745
Posted By datlas

I was thinking he did not enjoy the climb. ...

I was thinking he did not enjoy the climb. :innocent:
Forum: Road Cycling
05-15-24, 08:46 AM
Replies: 2,736
Views: 59,745
Posted By datlas

Oops, the game today is not Pirates vs Angels (I...

Oops, the game today is not Pirates vs Angels (I was misinformed), it’s Cardinals vs Angels. Not that it matters much to me, but I want to set the record straight.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-14-24, 08:33 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 865
Posted By datlas

I am trying to be tolerant, but why does the OP...

I am trying to be tolerant, but why does the OP post the question twice and not give us the additional info we need (and requested) to give a decent answer to the question?

:notamused:
Forum: Road Cycling
05-14-24, 08:23 PM
Replies: 2,736
Views: 59,745
Posted By datlas

Must resist urge….MUST RESIST!

Must resist urge….MUST RESIST!
Forum: Road Cycling
05-14-24, 06:46 PM
Replies: 2,736
Views: 59,745
Posted By datlas

I will try to redeem myself by rooting for the...

I will try to redeem myself by rooting for the Pirates and not dwelling on the fact that the Phillies are doing so well.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-14-24, 06:17 PM
Replies: 2,736
Views: 59,745
Posted By datlas

I expect she will be ok but it’s gonna take a...

I expect she will be ok but it’s gonna take a long time. I am guessing she won’t get charges dropped/addressed for 1-2 months and then she will be considered an official graduate with a degree. But...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-14-24, 05:48 PM
Replies: 2,736
Views: 59,745
Posted By datlas

No thanks. It will be an adventure enough to get...

No thanks. It will be an adventure enough to get to Anaheim. We will take a public bus to downtown LA then a commuter train to Anaheim. For the return there is no commuter rail (they only run...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-14-24, 04:38 PM
Replies: 2,736
Views: 59,745
Posted By datlas

RMOT ...

RMOT

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More pics and vids on my Strava feed.

As we were walking in the...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-14-24, 04:34 PM
Replies: 2,736
Views: 59,745
Posted By datlas

She is a mixed bag of emotions. It sounds like...

She is a mixed bag of emotions. It sounds like the “charges” against her by USC may take several weeks before a final status/decusion is made. In the meantime she is flying out to Cannes today.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-14-24, 03:20 PM
Replies: 2,736
Views: 59,745
Posted By datlas

We took the public bus to/from Griffith...

We took the public bus to/from Griffith Park/Observatory. The route included a few miles along Hollywood Blvd. The strip feels like a big tourist trap.

RMOT
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-13-24, 04:32 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 865
Posted By datlas

Depends on details of your components how...

Depends on details of your components how easy/hard this would be. It’s more complicated than you think. Details are needed to give better answers.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-13-24, 02:02 PM
Replies: 2,736
Views: 59,745
Posted By datlas

Grammy Museum

Grammy Museum
Forum: Road Cycling
05-13-24, 11:58 AM
Replies: 2,736
Views: 59,745
Posted By datlas

Guess where we are! ...

Guess where we are!
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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-13-24, 09:22 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 2,834
Posted By datlas

Late to the party, but agree with others who...

Late to the party, but agree with others who suggest 28F 30R.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-13-24, 09:13 AM
Replies: 2,736
Views: 59,745
Posted By datlas

I rode 53/42 and 13-21 6 speed for decades. ...

I rode 53/42 and 13-21 6 speed for decades. Would NOT go back to that. No thanks.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-13-24, 08:48 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 240
Posted By datlas

Understanding (and using the knowledge of) the...

Understanding (and using the knowledge of) the center well of the rim is key to getting the bead over the edge of the rim.

And a Kool-stop Bead Jack tool if all else fails!
Forum: Road Cycling
05-13-24, 08:07 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 448
Posted By datlas

Word of the day : chronotype.

Word of the day : chronotype.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-12-24, 09:25 PM
Replies: 2,736
Views: 59,745
Posted By datlas

That’s mine too, and on a killer climb like you...

That’s mine too, and on a killer climb like you describe I am wishing for a 32. The 28 is fine up to about 15%.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-12-24, 07:40 PM
Replies: 2,736
Views: 59,745
Posted By datlas

The place we are staying in has five cats. They...

The place we are staying in has five cats. They mostly stay inside the owner’s house but one came out for awhile to play and snuggle. His name is Mango.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-12-24, 07:30 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 448
Posted By datlas

How long are your morning rides (in time) and how...

How long are your morning rides (in time) and how soon after eating do you leave?

Lots of variables but honestly best nutrition is what tastes good and sits well in your stomach. If less than 3...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-12-24, 11:31 AM
Replies: 2,736
Views: 59,745
Posted By datlas

Waiting to switch buses. This is at the corner. ...

Waiting to switch buses. This is at the corner. I tried to explain it’s significance to Mrs datlas.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-12-24, 10:52 AM
Replies: 2,736
Views: 59,745
Posted By datlas

We sent Hannah (daughter #1) back to PA this...

We sent Hannah (daughter #1) back to PA this morning. Now hopping on a bus to check out some sights on UCLA campus per mrs datlas’ Mother’s Day wishes.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-12-24, 10:51 AM
Replies: 2,736
Views: 59,745
Posted By datlas

That happened to me when I tried to go up...

That happened to me when I tried to go up Smugglers Notch in Vermont.

What’s your bailout gear combo??
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-11-24, 09:58 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 350
Posted By datlas

Good question. My understanding is max pressure...

Good question. My understanding is max pressure is primarily a TIRE spec more so than a rim spec, although of course both can contribute to a blowout failure. I suspect you are probably ok running...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-11-24, 09:07 PM
Replies: 2,736
Views: 59,745
Posted By datlas

We got Mexican street food for dinner. So...

We got Mexican street food for dinner.

So authentic you have to order en Español. Es bueno..
Forum: Road Cycling
05-11-24, 01:31 PM
Replies: 2,736
Views: 59,745
Posted By datlas

If you see my Strava you will see pic of store...

If you see my Strava you will see pic of store called Erewhon. I have never been inside, but I am told it makes Whole Foods look like a proletariat place in comparison.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-11-24, 01:15 PM
Replies: 2,736
Views: 59,745
Posted By datlas

My iPhone says 12 000 steps so far today. I...

My iPhone says 12 000 steps so far today. I suppose more is better, but whether the goal should be 5000 or 10000 or more probably depends on the person. A one-size-fits-all goal is usually foolish...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-11-24, 12:44 PM
Replies: 2,736
Views: 59,745
Posted By datlas

Not mine. We walked all the way to Culver...

Not mine.

We walked all the way to Culver City and there was a serious car show going on. Lots of classic cars but not a single Saturn.

More pics on my Strava feed but here are a couple...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-11-24, 11:29 AM
Replies: 2,736
Views: 59,745
Posted By datlas

Nope. I have not done that and only Strava-ing...

Nope. I have not done that and only Strava-ing current walk which is in progress. I am taking a rest while Mrs datlas browses at the furniture place. I consider it my husbandly duty.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-11-24, 11:27 AM
Replies: 2,736
Views: 59,745
Posted By datlas

Preview of scenic LA walk: ...

Preview of scenic LA walk:

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_0228_8063db1411730349476f6bd09f2568d5e43c5ff1.jpeg...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-11-24, 10:42 AM
Replies: 2,736
Views: 59,745
Posted By datlas

We are doing a bunch of walking. Cue up...

We are doing a bunch of walking.

Cue up missing persons:

https://youtu.be/80WyBxo0Hto?si=tG_CFPgcpFKhlsRH
Forum: Road Cycling
05-11-24, 10:38 AM
Replies: 2,736
Views: 59,745
Posted By datlas

Fun fact: we are supposed to say STI not STD. ...

Fun fact: we are supposed to say STI not STD. Sexually Transmitted INFECTION as “disease” is thought to be pejorative and/or judgmental.

Of course on BF STI means brifters so that could be...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-11-24, 10:25 AM
Replies: 2,736
Views: 59,745
Posted By datlas

OP is quite a character.

OP is quite a character.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-11-24, 09:46 AM
Replies: 2,736
Views: 59,745
Posted By datlas

Graduation update. Heidi did go to graduation. ...

Graduation update. Heidi did go to graduation. It was 2 hours. Immediately after she went to pieces with 2+ hours of crying/sobbing. I do hope it was cathartic, the past week has been really...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-10-24, 01:38 PM
Replies: 2,736
Views: 59,745
Posted By datlas

I wanted to skip my undergrad graduation as I was...

I wanted to skip my undergrad graduation as I was quite disaffected at the time, but went as a concession to my parents. I suspect Heidi is doing something similar.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-10-24, 01:31 PM
Replies: 2,736
Views: 59,745
Posted By datlas

Confirmed cap/gown at ceremony. There is a...

Confirmed cap/gown at ceremony. There is a reception after but because of her suspension she cannot attend. Sigh.

Will post pics later.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-10-24, 12:25 PM
Replies: 2,736
Views: 59,745
Posted By datlas

I suspect so, but will find out for sure in a few...

I suspect so, but will find out for sure in a few hours.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-10-24, 11:38 AM
Replies: 2,736
Views: 59,745
Posted By datlas

Graduation is later today. Heidi did come to...

Graduation is later today. Heidi did come to visit us at our AirBnB yesterday so here is a pic of the graduate:
...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-10-24, 07:41 AM
Replies: 2,736
Views: 59,745
Posted By datlas

Today is graduation day at USC. Heidi is allowed...

Today is graduation day at USC. Heidi is allowed to the ceremony but she will not be awarded her degree yet. We have to wait for administration to address these silly charges against her and we have...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-08-24, 02:28 PM
Replies: 2,736
Views: 59,745
Posted By datlas

Update: the suspended students are allowed to...

Update: the suspended students are allowed to “walk” for graduation. There are still unresolved issues regarding the suspension so we shall see. Issue is Heidi is so overwrought about the past few...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-08-24, 01:49 PM
Replies: 2,736
Views: 59,745
Posted By datlas

We are heading to LAX. Waiting at gate at PHL. ...

We are heading to LAX. Waiting at gate at PHL.

We are flying Spirit, which seems to be the Saturn of airlines.

Supposedly getting an update on our daughter’s status at USC at 1PM PDT. Stay...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-07-24, 11:06 AM
Replies: 2,736
Views: 59,745
Posted By datlas

I think so. She told me last week she had a few...

I think so. She told me last week she had a few minor loose ends to finish up but sounds like 98% done. Graduation is supposedly on Friday.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-07-24, 07:29 AM
Replies: 2,736
Views: 59,745
Posted By datlas

I hope so but unknown. Stay tuned.

I hope so but unknown.

Stay tuned.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-07-24, 06:09 AM
Replies: 2,736
Views: 59,745
Posted By datlas

I called them yesterday and they hid behind the...

I called them yesterday and they hid behind the barrier of "Student Confidentiality" so we will have to stand by and see what pans out. Poor Heidi is very upset and angry about the whole thing and...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-07-24, 03:34 AM
Replies: 2,736
Views: 59,745
Posted By datlas

I don’t believe she broke school rules. They say...

I don’t believe she broke school rules. They say she brought some wood onto campus that was used to make some barriers used by the protesters. I suppose that is providing material support to those...
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