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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-20-18, 02:46 PM
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Posted By PaddleFoot

Looking forward to it.

Looking forward to it.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-19-18, 12:50 PM
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Posted By PaddleFoot

I was hoping to get out during this sunny period,...

I was hoping to get out during this sunny period, but after taking the dog for her walk I see it is a damp cold outside with the wind coming across the slowly melting snow fields. I am 15 lbs....
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-06-18, 04:54 PM
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Posted By PaddleFoot

:) Mind over matter, John. If I don't mind, it...

:) Mind over matter, John. If I don't mind, it does not matter.

51.4 indoor ELEMNT miles today for a 2018 total of 280 miles. I have learned what makes a good ERG workout and can now create my...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-05-18, 07:16 AM
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Posted By PaddleFoot

Today I decided to put my second 2018 biking...

Today I decided to put my second 2018 biking resolution into effect: Let go of pre-conceived notions (and do a lot more forgiving!). On my ride in Zwift this morning I decided to do an ERG workout...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-02-18, 07:37 PM
Replies: 27,131
Views: 3,120,489
Posted By PaddleFoot

Enjoyed all the photos! I made only one...

Enjoyed all the photos!

I made only one resolution for 2018 bike riding - to use my ELEMNT while riding in Zwift. I really like it and I use the LED's for power output to allow me to use those...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-27-17, 05:01 AM
Replies: 27,131
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Posted By PaddleFoot

The Midwest Winter has officially arrived in the...

The Midwest Winter has officially arrived in the Chicago area. It is cold. Only riding is indoors until further notice. I had a wonderful Holiday and I ate some great food with family and friends. It...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-21-17, 05:18 AM
Replies: 27,131
Views: 3,120,489
Posted By PaddleFoot

Shortest day of the year today! Holidays are...

Shortest day of the year today! Holidays are almost out of the way. Just three dark months and we are in springtime again. I do love this (and all) time(s) of the year.

Cold and damp outside, even...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-16-17, 02:01 PM
Replies: 27,131
Views: 3,120,489
Posted By PaddleFoot

Sunshine and 46* with 5-10/G20mph SW winds. One...

Sunshine and 46* with 5-10/G20mph SW winds. One of those days where you always have a headwind, but it didn't matter. I took the Wheelhouse out and the fit is now discomfort-free. Was a bit put-off...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-14-17, 01:27 PM
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Posted By PaddleFoot

29* and some sunshine today. First outdoor ride...

29* and some sunshine today. First outdoor ride in awhile and first time trying the neoprene booties, which were quite helpful for the feet. I will wear my 400 weight Smartwool under my jacket next...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-09-17, 06:10 AM
Replies: 27,131
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Posted By PaddleFoot

Cool report, John00. Good luck with your 6000! ...

Cool report, John00. Good luck with your 6000!

Snow on the ground here and constant forecast cold temps. Indoors until there is no chance of ice. One slip can ruin a life. Will have 1000 indoor...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-06-17, 06:29 AM
Replies: 27,131
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Posted By PaddleFoot

Winter has arrived in the Midwest. I took my...

Winter has arrived in the Midwest. I took my Wheelhouse for a short outdoor ride two days ago, the last warm day, then yesterday I decided to go big in Zwift. I rode through the morning and finished...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-03-17, 07:04 AM
Replies: 27,131
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Posted By PaddleFoot

Family Holiday party and a day off today. Not a...

Family Holiday party and a day off today. Not a bad start to winter riding:

- Lowest weight in XX years (actually can't remember).
- No more soda pop, minimal sugar.
- Better diet.
- Drinking...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-02-17, 02:02 PM
Replies: 27,131
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Posted By PaddleFoot

Another nice December day in the 50's. I rode...

Another nice December day in the 50's. I rode 16.7 miles and noted my Sutra needed some fitting work compared to my Wheelhouse. I may put it on the KickR a while to get the fit perfect. Will use...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-02-17, 05:05 AM
Replies: 27,131
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Posted By PaddleFoot

Best wishes to you GB. The awkward left hand is...

Best wishes to you GB. The awkward left hand is much better than having to call for help. ;)

When I started PT after my shoulder injury, water PT was a very helpful was to get it moving again.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-01-17, 02:16 PM
Replies: 27,131
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Posted By PaddleFoot

I will remember Dec 1, 2017 as a happy, sunny...

I will remember Dec 1, 2017 as a happy, sunny day. Mid 40's and still windy. Great day for a 14.6 mile recovery ride.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-30-17, 01:59 PM
Replies: 27,131
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Posted By PaddleFoot

The cold front and rains that moved to the East...

The cold front and rains that moved to the East came and went early. Glorious day to be alive, forecast 50* but wind chill of 40* and they meant it. I rode my northwest route to the Little Calumet...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-28-17, 10:15 AM
Replies: 27,131
Views: 3,120,489
Posted By PaddleFoot

I bought a pair of three finger mitts and I just...

I bought a pair of three finger mitts and I just love them when it is cold out.

So happy to see a change for the better from my dog! Sadness can wait for another day. I am going to ride my bike...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-27-17, 08:53 AM
Replies: 27,131
Views: 3,120,489
Posted By PaddleFoot

Going to be a wonderful day today. Sunny, less...

Going to be a wonderful day today. Sunny, less windy and 60*.

I've come to a realization today that I may be in the opening stages of losing the best dog I've ever known. I think I'll just spend...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-25-17, 01:01 PM
Replies: 27,131
Views: 3,120,489
Posted By PaddleFoot

Sunny and near 50*, but again very windy. I took...

Sunny and near 50*, but again very windy. I took the Sutra out for 14.1 miles and I truly felt great. Two weeks on the KickR has added a good two mph to my average speed, even on the heavier bike.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-24-17, 02:29 PM
Replies: 27,131
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Posted By PaddleFoot

"Sluggish", a great word for today! It is...

"Sluggish", a great word for today! It is actually a beautiful day, mid-50's and sunny, but very windy. Decided not to go for a ride and enjoyed the day instead doing chores. I am still riding as...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-20-17, 01:15 PM
Replies: 27,131
Views: 3,120,489
Posted By PaddleFoot

Sunny today, with forecast high of 49 degrees....

Sunny today, with forecast high of 49 degrees. Winds up to 30 mph. Had a nice 13.1 mile ride on my Sutra. Very sweet bike. I've been riding a lot indoors on my KickR and I am actually loving that...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-17-17, 08:22 PM
Replies: 27,131
Views: 3,120,489
Posted By PaddleFoot

I did my first ride on Zwift tonight... wow! I...

I did my first ride on Zwift tonight... wow! I have to say it was an enjoyable experience and a great workout. I received my first "ride on!" and I am a bit ashamed to say I am proud of it. :o
...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-17-17, 03:48 PM
Replies: 27,131
Views: 3,120,489
Posted By PaddleFoot

Every time GB gets another flat I just wince as I...

Every time GB gets another flat I just wince as I know I am way overdue. :) My last was in Port St Lucie, FL in 1988.

I have been riding indoors the last couple of days, much shorter per miles,...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-15-17, 05:52 AM
Replies: 27,131
Views: 3,120,489
Posted By PaddleFoot

I did 20.2 miles yesterday when the sun was...

I did 20.2 miles yesterday when the sun was shining and the cold, damp, gray clouds moved in as soon as I entered my driveway. Timed it perfectly. Cold rain is back so I am moving indoors for rides.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-13-17, 06:25 PM
Replies: 27,131
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Posted By PaddleFoot

18.2 miles on the Sutra. Was quite sunny while...

18.2 miles on the Sutra. Was quite sunny while walking my dog but a damp, cold day when I rode. A couple bikes on the trail today... good to see. Sunshine tomorrow, so looking good for another ride....
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-13-17, 06:39 AM
Replies: 27,131
Views: 3,120,489
Posted By PaddleFoot

I do enjoy reading about all of your rides. I...

I do enjoy reading about all of your rides. I wish I had more friends that rode in RL (real life). Very rare this time of year.

Some sun today and tomorrow, so I hope to get outdoors again. Last...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-08-17, 02:00 PM
Replies: 27,131
Views: 3,120,489
Posted By PaddleFoot

Not a cloud in the sky, mid 40's and a beautiful...

Not a cloud in the sky, mid 40's and a beautiful ride on the Sutra. Body is voting 'No' for the big ride tomorrow, but I felt very good towards the end of todays ride. It is supposed to get very...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-07-17, 04:14 PM
Replies: 27,131
Views: 3,120,489
Posted By PaddleFoot

Cold day but sunshine. Set out and was riding...

Cold day but sunshine. Set out and was riding along the Little Calumet River trail, enjoying the sunshine on my back when I noticed my ELEMNT screen looked odd. "Start Ride?" duh.. "YES". I was...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-06-17, 02:02 PM
Replies: 27,131
Views: 3,120,489
Posted By PaddleFoot

Two days off and a time change meant I did not...

Two days off and a time change meant I did not want to go riding at all today. I thought back on how the time change has ended my riding for the season in the past, and I suited up to go out for a...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-03-17, 01:44 PM
Replies: 27,131
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Posted By PaddleFoot

Didn't feel like riding, but the sun came out a...

Didn't feel like riding, but the sun came out a little and I got in 14.1 miles on the Wheelhouse. The seat will definitely need a change and I will eventually get wider bars, similar to the ones on...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-02-17, 05:12 PM
Replies: 27,131
Views: 3,120,489
Posted By PaddleFoot

Rainy day, but there was a period of misting on...

Rainy day, but there was a period of misting on and off, so I took out the Sutra. Perfect day for fenders. I did notice the weight of the Sutra at first, but it didn't bother me after a bit. I did...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-01-17, 06:08 PM
Replies: 27,131
Views: 3,120,489
Posted By PaddleFoot

Another cold, but slightly less windy ride. Cold...

Another cold, but slightly less windy ride. Cold enough that I did not plan on going far, but I ended up with 23.2 miles. I saw something I'll always remember: I was riding next to a fence and a...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-31-17, 11:48 AM
Replies: 27,131
Views: 3,120,489
Posted By PaddleFoot

Has to beautiful seeing the night sky while...

Has to beautiful seeing the night sky while riding...

I did 17.6 of the coldest miles for me yet. Overall I was warm, but I thought about wearing another layer beforehand and it would have helped...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-30-17, 01:11 PM
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Posted By PaddleFoot

Cold and very windy today, but I was very...

Cold and very windy today, but I was very comfortable. Did 19 miles on the new bike and I just love it. Forgot to take a picture.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-29-17, 03:07 PM
Replies: 27,131
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Posted By PaddleFoot

With the Bears at New Orleans, I drove to Chicago...

With the Bears at New Orleans, I drove to Chicago to pick up my new bike. Best drive there ever, traffic-wise. Sunny day and mid 40's temp. I took the Wheelhouse for a 6.2 mile shakedown ride. I was...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-28-17, 01:26 PM
Replies: 27,131
Views: 3,120,489
Posted By PaddleFoot

22.7 miles today. Coldest yet, with some rain and...

22.7 miles today. Coldest yet, with some rain and even sleet for a bit. I rode my usual MUT, there and back and then detoured to some woods to a quiet area we found long ago on Mtn bikes. I just love...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-27-17, 04:58 PM
Replies: 27,131
Views: 3,120,489
Posted By PaddleFoot

17.1 miles today after 28.2 yesterday. Coldest...

17.1 miles today after 28.2 yesterday. Coldest weather yet. Kit is good so far, but I do plan to go shopping for some pants and booties to keep the legs warmer. My weight is holding rock solid at 184...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-25-17, 02:16 PM
Replies: 27,131
Views: 3,120,489
Posted By PaddleFoot

13.1 miles today after two days off from rain....

13.1 miles today after two days off from rain. Coldest ride yet, but overall I was dressed for it. It felt great to ride again!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-22-17, 11:49 AM
Replies: 27,131
Views: 3,120,489
Posted By PaddleFoot

Enjoyed the photos ascherer! After a day off...

Enjoyed the photos ascherer!

After a day off for a really nice Wedding, I rode a quick 9 miles before the rain started coming down. Felt great. Headwind didn't seem to faze me at all today.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-19-17, 06:05 PM
Replies: 27,131
Views: 3,120,489
Posted By PaddleFoot

28.3 miles on a beautiful day today. I took the...

28.3 miles on a beautiful day today. I took the Sutra off-road a bit to look at a stealth camping site I will use in the future to test my setup. I felt very good after the extended stop in the...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-05-17, 01:32 PM
Replies: 27,131
Views: 3,120,489
Posted By PaddleFoot

A glorious day and the best ride I had in...

A glorious day and the best ride I had in twenty-five years. I rode to Illinois and there are some great trails there. Excellent condition and fall colors are coming along nicely. Lost count of...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-04-17, 12:07 PM
Replies: 27,131
Views: 3,120,489
Posted By PaddleFoot

Not many hills here. 9 Miles today cut short...

Not many hills here.

9 Miles today cut short by rain. Had to hide at times while it lessened up. Felt great and heartrate was twenty beats less than the last week.

BTW, I am 6,2" and I am...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-04-17, 05:43 AM
Replies: 27,131
Views: 3,120,489
Posted By PaddleFoot

Keep it up, Buster! That is how it starts for...

Keep it up, Buster! That is how it starts for everyone. You might want to post your question in it's own thread to get better answers.

I think I did near 18 miles yesterday. They are saying rain,...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-03-17, 05:12 AM
Replies: 27,131
Views: 3,120,489
Posted By PaddleFoot

2 short rides for 17+ miles yesterday. Had to...

2 short rides for 17+ miles yesterday. Had to raise my stem 5mm after too much pizza this weekend. I've been at it for 10 weeks now and it is time to taper off for a week or so. Recovering is very...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-30-17, 06:05 PM
Replies: 27,131
Views: 3,120,489
Posted By PaddleFoot

Single rides yesterday and today. Recovery ride...

Single rides yesterday and today. Recovery ride only tomorrow as I am feeling pretty whooped. 23.7 miles and my first ride with the Wahoo Elemnt, but I forgot to set wheel size and distance is from...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-29-17, 12:50 PM
Replies: 27,131
Views: 3,120,489
Posted By PaddleFoot

I enjoy reading about everyone's daily rides. :) ...

I enjoy reading about everyone's daily rides. :)

I did 26 miles on a beautiful morning. I am very happy with the way I feel and notice positive changes every couple of weeks. I think I am ten...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-28-17, 12:11 PM
Replies: 27,131
Views: 3,120,489
Posted By PaddleFoot

After a full rest day where I did not eat well...

After a full rest day where I did not eat well and a cold front this morning that I underdressed for, I was not exactly into riding far this morning. I decided to stay at my local park and do a...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-18-17, 03:11 PM
Replies: 27,131
Views: 3,120,489
Posted By PaddleFoot

21.3 miles today after probably 20 miles...

21.3 miles today after probably 20 miles yesterday from three rides. In need of rest, tomorrow I'll do... archery! (retired - have a whole list of things...)
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-16-17, 05:51 AM
Replies: 27,131
Views: 3,120,489
Posted By PaddleFoot

Early morning post for yesterday: 12 miles on the...

Early morning post for yesterday: 12 miles on the MUP after more yard work. Diet and fitness are starting to come around. Feeling great on the bike and gut is shrinking. Did my first very simple...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-14-17, 07:02 PM
Replies: 27,131
Views: 3,120,489
Posted By PaddleFoot

Went on a recovery ride today after some very...

Went on a recovery ride today after some very hard yardwork. Started to feel very good at the end of the ride. Might ride to Lake Michigan tomorrow after a good 16.6 mi today.
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