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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-16-19, 04:22 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,665
Posted By timsmcm

ortlieb bags with roll down closure and quick...

ortlieb bags with roll down closure and quick disconnect. They are fantastic.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-16-19, 09:38 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 18,845
Posted By timsmcm

No cutting needed there. Take a full sheet of wet...

No cutting needed there. Take a full sheet of wet dry sand paper cut a 3/4 inch strip across the top of the whole sheet and use the shoe shine movement to sand the casting flaws. Then after you have...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-24-18, 09:10 PM
Replies: 169
Views: 14,603
Posted By timsmcm

I have been a serious road rider since the mid...

I have been a serious road rider since the mid 70s. I think of myself as considerate driver of my car and also my bicycle. I have over the years have been harassed many many times while riding my...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-12-18, 07:55 PM
Replies: 6,218
Views: 558,924
Posted By timsmcm

20 miles today. 30+ mph winds. Never could get my...

20 miles today. 30+ mph winds. Never could get my core temp up. Not enough layers. Still beats the heck out a being on the trainer. I know it wasn't actually this way but it felt like I was going...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-07-18, 10:29 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,302
Posted By timsmcm

It seems to me that you (yourself) develop more...

It seems to me that you (yourself) develop more power at a higher cadence. Which for you is normal. Don't let what others say influence your riding style. If you want to work on lower cadence power...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-30-18, 10:10 PM
Replies: 159
Views: 21,962
Posted By timsmcm

Anyone ridden these tires yet? And how big do the...

Anyone ridden these tires yet? And how big do the 25s and 28s get on 19mm inner rim width wheels?
Forum: Road Cycling
11-30-18, 09:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,799
Posted By timsmcm

I guess I will get some of the new red seals. How...

I guess I will get some of the new red seals. How about that pump blood for the leather pump piston seal? Does that work good for the leather?
Forum: Road Cycling
11-30-18, 09:11 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,799
Posted By timsmcm

I have a silca pista pump i purchased new in the...

I have a silca pista pump i purchased new in the 70s with a standard press on presta chuck. It has been a workhorse and the chuck works great. Just make sure to keep an extra or 2 seals for the chuck...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-18-18, 10:10 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,217
Posted By timsmcm

​​​​​​​That is so true.

​​​​​​​That is so true.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-15-18, 08:11 PM
Replies: 159
Views: 21,962
Posted By timsmcm

I thought I was the only one tight enough to do...

I thought I was the only one tight enough to do the same. If it holds air it's good to go. I'm gonna ride it till the cords pop on the back. Then put the front on the back and do the same. I'm a...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-12-18, 01:03 PM
Replies: 141
Views: 11,913
Posted By timsmcm

I thought before I opened the thread it was going...

I thought before I opened the thread it was going to be about ill fitting lycra and bad outdated graphics .
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-11-18, 06:44 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 5,447
Posted By timsmcm

Never ever ever. All my rides are good some are...

Never ever ever. All my rides are good some are better and some are great. I have several types of things I like to do but cycling is my favorite thing in the world.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-21-18, 04:23 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,457
Posted By timsmcm

Dremel tool is the way to go. Don't go too deep....

Dremel tool is the way to go. Don't go too deep. Have done several. Be patient, go slow. Your patience will be rewarded.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-18-18, 09:37 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 11,763
Posted By timsmcm

I have to drive 1.5 hours just to see a bike on...

I have to drive 1.5 hours just to see a bike on the road. Seen 3 non steady riders in my city in 20 or more years. Makes me sad. Would love to ride with someone once in a while. Must be karma coming...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-13-18, 09:10 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 7,942
Posted By timsmcm

I have been using the same standard silca road...

I have been using the same standard silca road pump for more than 45 years. A couple of seals and leather pump washers. Works like a new one. Would love to try one of the new 400.00 plus silca pumps...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
10-07-18, 10:46 PM
Replies: 267
Views: 41,492
Posted By timsmcm

I've been doing this intermittent fasting for...

I've been doing this intermittent fasting for more than 5 months. I cannot for the life of me train well with power when I'm in the fasting period. I have no strength. And I'm no closer to my weight...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-02-18, 10:02 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,142
Posted By timsmcm

In fact I am going to order one for myself

In fact I am going to order one for myself
Forum: Training & Nutrition
10-02-18, 09:51 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,977
Posted By timsmcm

​​​​​​​Jezus that was really helpful. Punching at...

​​​​​​​Jezus that was really helpful. Punching at shadows. That kind of shyt helps me to win fights.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-30-18, 09:23 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,142
Posted By timsmcm

That is a great no nonsense bag with subtle looks.

That is a great no nonsense bag with subtle looks.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-21-18, 09:02 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 5,834
Posted By timsmcm

It's never the patch that is bad. You either...

It's never the patch that is bad. You either touched the back of it or used old glue. If the glue is not fresh it has no vulcanizing power. Found out the hard way.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
08-26-18, 11:39 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,977
Posted By timsmcm

I rode in texas today for almost 3 hours 100+...

I rode in texas today for almost 3 hours 100+ degrees actual temp (not heat index) same intensity level as you with 3000ft climbed. Not quite 2 full bottles. If I try to drink more I just cramp up.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
08-26-18, 10:53 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,977
Posted By timsmcm

Man I would be waterlogged if I drank that much....

Man I would be waterlogged if I drank that much. 2 1/2 hour ride I will have some left over of 2 21oz bottles of water.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
08-22-18, 08:17 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,977
Posted By timsmcm

Half bottle unsweet tea to half bottle of water...

Half bottle unsweet tea to half bottle of water with a little pinch of Himalayan pink salt. Works great in 100+ degrees. I would love to do Gatorade but it just gets too sweet after 15 minutes into a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-25-18, 06:06 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,443
Posted By timsmcm

I just purchased a pair and an extra set of...

I just purchased a pair and an extra set of lenses. Mine are frame less. Look badassed. Work even better. Very light. Absolutely love them.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-24-18, 08:10 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 770
Posted By timsmcm

There is no problem with metal to fiber as long...

There is no problem with metal to fiber as long as a few things are checked first. Make sure all metal edges that come into contact with the bar are smooth. I take 300 to 400 grit sand paper to the...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-06-18, 10:28 PM
Replies: 239
Views: 26,912
Posted By timsmcm

I see all of this belly aching and griping about...

I see all of this belly aching and griping about getting passed and all I am wishing for is someone to ride with. I have not seen another rider in my town for 5 or more years.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-05-18, 09:08 PM
Replies: 239
Views: 26,912
Posted By timsmcm

​​​​​​​That is some funny shyt.

​​​​​​​That is some funny shyt.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-03-18, 07:50 PM
Replies: 176
Views: 31,529
Posted By timsmcm

I'm 5 10 and ride 54cm 54cm ctc. Long legs and...

I'm 5 10 and ride 54cm 54cm ctc. Long legs and short upper body. But I always like riding a little smaller bike, to me it handles quicker and I can have a little longer stem. Makes for a solid...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-27-18, 07:20 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 762
Posted By timsmcm

I have had this set of bars on for about 1000...

I have had this set of bars on for about 1000 miles. Easton EC70 AX Carbon Road Handlebar. The price was outstanding for a carbon bar. And it is oh so nice. I will be putting a set on my other bikes.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-07-18, 09:43 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 13,751
Posted By timsmcm

I just purchased a pair of Knipex cutters from kc...

I just purchased a pair of Knipex cutters from kc tool. That is a really great tool. And kc tool
is a great place to buy bike tools.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-05-18, 09:09 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 22,543
Posted By timsmcm

GCN to me is great. Tons of personality from the...

GCN to me is great. Tons of personality from the characters. Serious when need be. Jovial and jaunty. Bringing high quality cycling info, training and reviews to the averge joe or josephine bIke...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-04-18, 07:33 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 12,323
Posted By timsmcm

I have used a lot of pumps over the years and the...

I have used a lot of pumps over the years and the only pump better than the lezyne is silca. You sound like an angry kid not getting his way.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-03-18, 06:30 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 12,323
Posted By timsmcm

I love my Lezyne ALLOY OVER DRIVE pump. Use it...

I love my Lezyne ALLOY OVER DRIVE pump. Use it every day. Love the chuck. Very well made pump.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-01-18, 09:44 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,410
Posted By timsmcm

That is a beauty. I love Serotta.

That is a beauty. I love Serotta.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-01-18, 09:29 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,298
Posted By timsmcm

Man we have a lot of the same hobbies. I am into...

Man we have a lot of the same hobbies. I am into road and mt biking. Not only do I play guitar but I build electric guitars and tube amps. I enjoy collecting old wade & butcher straight razors and...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
02-22-18, 12:26 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,043
Posted By timsmcm

Could not have said it better myself.

Could not have said it better myself.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-22-18, 12:18 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 8,588
Posted By timsmcm

I am thinking about trying the Voler black label...

I am thinking about trying the Voler black label bibs. Anyone tried those out?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-18-18, 09:12 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,663
Posted By timsmcm

Wow that sounds like a treat. I'm going to give...

Wow that sounds like a treat. I'm going to give that a try. Thanks.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-15-18, 07:45 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,319
Posted By timsmcm

Hold the o ring tab in one spot and push the...

Hold the o ring tab in one spot and push the sensor to the ring tab. You get more leverage like that.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-14-18, 07:19 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 896
Posted By timsmcm

Well the toe box is too cramped, very pointed. I...

Well the toe box is too cramped, very pointed. I also would like something with a little a less bling. It's just too much for me. Just want an all black shoe with no patent leather look.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-13-18, 10:05 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 896
Posted By timsmcm

I really would like to try the shoes before I buy...

I really would like to try the shoes before I buy but no one has what I am looking for closer than 4 hours from me.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-13-18, 05:13 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 896
Posted By timsmcm

Help with new to me brands of shoes

I have worn sidi shoes for years and would like to try something new. The brands that I am looking at are specialized and lake. I live in a place where I don't have the ability to look at those two...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-10-18, 07:19 AM
Replies: 569
Views: 122,345
Posted By timsmcm

Wow what a classic beauty.

Wow what a classic beauty.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-08-18, 03:48 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 10,935
Posted By timsmcm

Yes you are probably right. But I'm bettin she...

Yes you are probably right. But I'm bettin she was probably good lookin or pregnant. Or both.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
02-02-18, 05:25 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,000
Posted By timsmcm

What a great video.

What a great video.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-01-18, 11:36 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,663
Posted By timsmcm

Anything Subaru. I'm partial to the outback. So...

Anything Subaru. I'm partial to the outback. So comfortable on long trips with great gas mileage. But also that thing will go off road like nobodys business. All wheel drive puts you at some places I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-26-18, 09:43 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,246
Posted By timsmcm

I have had the gp2 on my single speed mtb bike...

I have had the gp2 on my single speed mtb bike for 3 years. I love them. Sprints, and out of seat climbs are greatly enhanced plus tree strike protection. I can get way more leverage on steep climbs...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
01-22-18, 04:41 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,073
Posted By timsmcm

I see kurt kinetic rock and roll fluid trainers...

I see kurt kinetic rock and roll fluid trainers on Craigs list for less than 200.oo. that is a steal and if used right will take your riding levels to new realms. And you can get her a rockin.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-17-18, 04:45 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,324
Posted By timsmcm

Where is the boone's farm in the picts. If your...

Where is the boone's farm in the picts. If your going for the pretentious look. Imho!
Forum: Training & Nutrition
01-16-18, 11:59 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,350
Posted By timsmcm

My usual smoke is Arturo Fuente magnum r sun...

My usual smoke is Arturo Fuente magnum r sun grown 54
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