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Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-11-16, 09:55 AM
Replies: 294
Views: 20,132
Posted By Mr Grinch

Looking at Pickett's FB page, he seems to relish...

Looking at Pickett's FB page, he seems to relish in being a disgusting, immoral, faux outlaw badass. Wish he had pissed off an actual, armed bad ass who could have dispatched him from the planet...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-26-16, 04:06 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 8,959
Posted By Mr Grinch

I'm 59 and 6'3" and am a Domane fan. My area is...

I'm 59 and 6'3" and am a Domane fan. My area is full of chip seal, ruts and uneven pavement. Lots of hills that require a bike that handles well. The 5.2 is a great ride for that situation.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-09-16, 05:18 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 776
Posted By Mr Grinch

Pioneer Power Meter Price Drop

Anyone using one of these critters? Priced just dropped again.

Haven't been able to find much here, and am thinking of dipping my toe into the PM water by trying the right side crank arm only,...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-09-16, 02:04 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 4,619
Posted By Mr Grinch

I use Speedplay Frog Pedals. Easy to clip in and...

I use Speedplay Frog Pedals. Easy to clip in and zero tension to overcome when unclipping. That's why I use them, the other pedals bothered the outside of my knees due to having to overcome even...
Forum: Living Car Free
02-08-16, 09:32 AM
Replies: 400
Views: 61,391
Posted By Mr Grinch

Airports serve a vast number of origination...

Airports serve a vast number of origination points to feed the end transit system, whereas a train system as discussed here serves a single city pair. There is far more traffic to be captured from an...
Forum: Living Car Free
02-08-16, 09:29 AM
Replies: 400
Views: 61,391
Posted By Mr Grinch

Well that is exactly Southwest's winning strategy...

Well that is exactly Southwest's winning strategy to stop the train. If it has to be subsidized, then they are against it as an unfair form of competition, and it has been a compelling argument so...
Forum: Living Car Free
02-08-16, 09:26 AM
Replies: 400
Views: 61,391
Posted By Mr Grinch

That's pretty damned rude, no matter what your...

That's pretty damned rude, no matter what your beliefs are, or what sort of windmills you enjoy tilting at...
Forum: Living Car Free
02-06-16, 06:09 PM
Replies: 400
Views: 61,391
Posted By Mr Grinch

Oh yes, the post 9/11 security hassles supposedly...

Oh yes, the post 9/11 security hassles supposedly reduced short haul passenger traffic, although it really isn't much of a time factor anymore if you are willing to do pre-check and so forth.
Forum: Living Car Free
02-06-16, 09:36 AM
Replies: 400
Views: 61,391
Posted By Mr Grinch

Part of the problem is that you need a...

Part of the problem is that you need a comprehensive Metro system to feed and disseminate the riders on the HSR line. Otherwise, by the time you rent a car, you'd be better off driving. The city...
Forum: Living Car Free
02-06-16, 01:15 AM
Replies: 400
Views: 61,391
Posted By Mr Grinch

No boys and girls, it's about Southwest Airlines...

No boys and girls, it's about Southwest Airlines and their lobbying power. They have been fighting HSR on their legacy route for a long, long time. SAT-HOU-LUV and AUS.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-21-16, 10:07 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 7,291
Posted By Mr Grinch

You are scaring me...

You are scaring me...
Forum: Touring
01-20-16, 05:05 PM
Replies: 247
Views: 55,211
Posted By Mr Grinch

Stock upfront right now, cassette is 11-34. ...

Stock upfront right now, cassette is 11-34.

Haven't decided on the Crankset yet, but it will be something with a granny gear that requires 90 rpm just to move the bike at .5 mph.
Forum: Touring
01-18-16, 11:20 AM
Replies: 247
Views: 55,211
Posted By Mr Grinch

I too have a Specialized AWOL. Changed the...

I too have a Specialized AWOL. Changed the cassette and will change the crank next season to get a little lower gearing for climbing loaded, but the ride on the bike with a Brooks B-17 is...
Forum: Touring
01-13-16, 03:09 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 11,944
Posted By Mr Grinch

I did the whole enchilada last summer and enjoyed...

I did the whole enchilada last summer and enjoyed every mile. However, I wimped out and didn't camp as I had the wife along. There were a handful of people doing minimalist camping at the sites...
Forum: Living Car Free
01-13-16, 03:00 PM
Replies: 129
Views: 6,321
Posted By Mr Grinch

Might want to step back and take a deep breath....

Might want to step back and take a deep breath. Cars ownership isn't going anywhere. Ride your bike and enjoy the experience.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-13-16, 12:52 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,762
Posted By Mr Grinch

Are you able to measure cadence? If so, what is...

Are you able to measure cadence? If so, what is your average? If you are running in high gear, your approach may be wearing yourself out unnecessarily and sabotaging your efforts!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-09-16, 10:13 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 4,436
Posted By Mr Grinch

And what you learn along the way while doing all...

And what you learn along the way while doing all of the above is a ton of FUN!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-09-16, 10:09 AM
Replies: 136
Views: 10,720
Posted By Mr Grinch

Ride by one of her tennis matches with a young,...

Ride by one of her tennis matches with a young, nubile co-ed riding a carbon Tri-Bike on your hip, smiling and chatting away. Bet your wife joins you next week. ;)
Forum: Texas
01-07-16, 08:11 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,232
Posted By Mr Grinch

Thanks, I'll probably go there as they seem to...

Thanks, I'll probably go there as they seem to have a slightly wider selection on hand. I was wondering about the experience North Texans may have had with respective sellers. We just had Trinity go...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
01-04-16, 10:28 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,355
Posted By Mr Grinch

Thanks for your post. Don't let the little...

Thanks for your post. Don't let the little Internet people demanding pictures and criticizing other people's efforts bother you.
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
01-04-16, 09:25 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,979
Posted By Mr Grinch

FWIW, I'm 6'3" and ride a 58 Domane 5.2. I feel a...

FWIW, I'm 6'3" and ride a 58 Domane 5.2. I feel a bit overextended at times and could probably do with a 56. A shorter stem didn't help a whole lot so I went back to original to get the handling a...
Forum: Texas
01-02-16, 04:22 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,232
Posted By Mr Grinch

DFW area Jamis Dealer?

Could anyone recommend a current Jamis dealer in the DFW area? Someone that has a decent inventory?

Looking for a Coda Sport or Elite for a "guest" bike for visitors to ride.

Thanks to my...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-30-15, 09:46 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,985
Posted By Mr Grinch

Have these on four bikes. Won't ride without one.

Have these on four bikes. Won't ride without one.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-25-15, 09:34 AM
Replies: 124
Views: 9,597
Posted By Mr Grinch

Wait a minute here, you got pulled to the ground...

Wait a minute here, you got pulled to the ground by a female cop? Since we are hating on public servants tasked to keep us safe, including cyclists who ignore barricades that might be keeping those...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-18-15, 02:41 PM
Replies: 3,556
Views: 2,498,559
Posted By Mr Grinch

Welcome JC, you have a beautiful place in which...

Welcome JC, you have a beautiful place in which to ride!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-27-15, 09:34 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 6,660
Posted By Mr Grinch

Wonder what chain lube Donald Trump uses on his...

Wonder what chain lube Donald Trump uses on his gold plated Pinarello? ;)
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-26-15, 10:23 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 13,096
Posted By Mr Grinch

Yes, they don't freewheel. We we have a...

Yes, they don't freewheel.

We we have a Lifecycle GX. Advantage is built like a tank, minimal maintenance, easy to move, simple to hop on and ride. No real set up or wear like a trainer. It takes...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-26-15, 07:28 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 6,660
Posted By Mr Grinch

I believe in dual use maintenance. I use KY jelly...

I believe in dual use maintenance. I use KY jelly exclusively. You can read up on it's advantages elsewhere.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
08-26-15, 04:12 PM
Replies: 141
Views: 13,249
Posted By Mr Grinch

Read Grant Peterson's new book. We aren't...

Read Grant Peterson's new book.

We aren't talking about pro cycling here, this is about someone pursuing general fitness.

I am a late fifties ex college athlete and after years of following...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-26-15, 03:46 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 944
Posted By Mr Grinch

The owner looked at the bike and replied that the...

The owner looked at the bike and replied that the brakes sometimes stick after a long rain, which is apparently what they had the week prior to my ride. Said they sanded the pads a little and solved...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-26-15, 01:31 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 944
Posted By Mr Grinch

My OCD is why I am curious about what caused this...

My OCD is why I am curious about what caused this phenomenon, so no worries. I just emailed the rental company to see if they have any feedback.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-26-15, 12:53 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 944
Posted By Mr Grinch

I was eighteen miles into a 27 mile trail ride...

I was eighteen miles into a 27 mile trail ride before I made it back to "civilization" and had to start stopping for road crossings and pictures around Lake Hood. The bike was rolling fine when I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-26-15, 11:31 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 944
Posted By Mr Grinch

Good thoughts but that isn't it. This was...

Good thoughts but that isn't it. This was happening with the handlebar straight.

The brakes trying to grab was also happening coasting slowly with the bars straight. The pulsing was due to the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-26-15, 08:06 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 944
Posted By Mr Grinch

I looked at the pads but didn't see a lip. Could...

I looked at the pads but didn't see a lip. Could easily have been one as I didn't look for that specific issue. The wheel was locked when trying to roll forwards or backwards.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-26-15, 07:57 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 944
Posted By Mr Grinch

When tracking straight at slow speed I could feel...

When tracking straight at slow speed I could feel the rear brake cycling, trying to grab. Don't recall if it was speed related or correlated with my standing instead of sitting. When I got off of the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-25-15, 09:52 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 944
Posted By Mr Grinch

I wonder if the brake cable coming out of the...

I wonder if the brake cable coming out of the frame keeper on one end would result in that behavior? I didn't notice anything.

This situation had spring pressure closing the brake will the brake...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-24-15, 06:54 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 944
Posted By Mr Grinch

Rear brake applied when stopped, releases when pedaling

Very strange. Rented a Trek 7.2 to do the Coastal Trail in Alaska. When I would stop for traffic or to take a picture, the rear brake would lock the rear wheel. When I would pedal, the brake would...
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