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Forum: Training & Nutrition
10-16-13, 02:22 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,814
Posted By trobinson017

I live in Florida where it's humid much of the...

I live in Florida where it's humid much of the year. During summer months I sweat tons, so maybe that's why I don't need to pee. I also suffer from hyperhidrosis (excess sweating) but mostly from...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
10-16-13, 11:11 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,814
Posted By trobinson017

No pee during long/century rides

I'm 49 years old, male and have been cycling most of my life. The past 3 years I've gotten into more performance oriented road cycling. By that I mean faster and longer rides. I've gone from 215lbs...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-25-13, 04:37 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 7,035
Posted By trobinson017

Well, the OP (me), is back with an update. I'm...

Well, the OP (me), is back with an update. I'm now down to 200lbs and working toward 190 as my next weight goal. I still have the Spec. Secteur Elite bike. My speed has greatly increased since I...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
01-21-13, 01:44 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,805
Posted By trobinson017

Does this qualify as a real century?

Last Sunday I participated in a group ride that ended with breakfast at a restaurant. After that, on the ride home,
I hit 50 miles. I decided to keep riding and ultimately ended the day with 103...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-07-12, 01:29 PM
Replies: 130
Views: 6,688
Posted By trobinson017

OP, I got back into road cycling last year after...

OP, I got back into road cycling last year after 14 years on a Cannondale CAAD H300 hybrid. (awesome bike btw!). I rode many different models and decided on a 2010 Specialized Secteur Elite with...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-05-12, 09:56 PM
Replies: 27,281
Views: 6,587,727
Posted By trobinson017

This flippin' looks like a bike a Star Wars...

This flippin' looks like a bike a Star Wars Stormtrooper would ride! Wicked geometry but very beautiful!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-05-12, 03:48 PM
Replies: 582
Views: 274,728
Posted By trobinson017

When I re-started riding seriously for physical,...

When I re-started riding seriously for physical, mental and spiritual health I weighed in at 226. That was 18 months ago. I'm down to 210 and have been there for quite a while event though I'm...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-05-12, 12:33 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 7,035
Posted By trobinson017

This is good stuff! From this and a few other...

This is good stuff! From this and a few other replies it seems upgrading wheels at my weight and speed level is more a vanity move than a performance one.
This is why I come here with my questions!...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-05-12, 11:28 AM
Replies: 27,281
Views: 6,587,727
Posted By trobinson017

OMG!!! I used to have a Bridgestone RB-II!!! It...

OMG!!! I used to have a Bridgestone RB-II!!! It was my first real road bike. Loved that thing!! Had to sell it to upgrade. Broke my heart, but the buyer was as enthused to own it as I was, which made...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-05-12, 11:25 AM
Replies: 27,281
Views: 6,587,727
Posted By trobinson017

OMG!!! I used to have a Bridgestone RB-II!!! It...

OMG!!! I used to have a Bridgestone RB-II!!! It was my first real road bike. Loved that thing!! Had to sell it to upgrade. Broke my heart, but the buyer was as enthused to own it as I was, which made...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-05-12, 11:23 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 7,035
Posted By trobinson017

I'd say "yes", levers are a must. The last 9" of...

I'd say "yes", levers are a must. The last 9" of the bead is a major pain to get over the rim.

Trob
Forum: Road Cycling
02-05-12, 11:21 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 7,035
Posted By trobinson017

Heh, I already have 23mm Conti GP4000s tires!!...

Heh, I already have 23mm Conti GP4000s tires!! Got them from the UK too!! ; ) I love them! Even at my weight (210) they are fabulous!

Trob
Forum: Road Cycling
02-05-12, 11:20 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 7,035
Posted By trobinson017

Actually, I'm not trying to solve a problem at...

Actually, I'm not trying to solve a problem at all. Everyone tells me to upgrade the wheels for a lighter and faster ride. Like I said, I've only ever ridden
stock wheels so I don't know what exact...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-05-12, 11:18 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 7,035
Posted By trobinson017

I'm 210 right now, down from 226 last year....

I'm 210 right now, down from 226 last year. Weight is dropping slowly but it is dropping. The terrain where I live in Florida is flat pavement, occasional chipseal. The only hills are overpasses. A...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-05-12, 10:43 AM
Replies: 27,281
Views: 6,587,727
Posted By trobinson017

Colnago=sweet hot. Pinarello=sexy hot! ...

Colnago=sweet hot. Pinarello=sexy hot! Pegoretti=wicked hot!!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-05-12, 10:31 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 4,270
Posted By trobinson017

Another vote for intervals. I've had a similar...

Another vote for intervals. I've had a similar issue as the OP so on my solo lunch time rides I started doing short sprint intervals about every 3 miles. The sprints only last about 15 seconds but...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-05-12, 10:23 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 7,035
Posted By trobinson017

What's a decent wheelset to upgrade to?

I've had my Spec. Secteur Elite road bike with the basic Mavic CXP-22 wheels for a year now and have about 2500 miles on it. One thing other cyclists recommend I do is upgrade the wheels, but they...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-02-12, 06:23 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,485
Posted By trobinson017

I've been riding on/off seriously for 23 years....

I've been riding on/off seriously for 23 years. Started out with road in my mid 20's but quickly changed to mountain biking when I got stationed in South Korea (Air Force). Great hills for MB'ing! I...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-07-11, 03:56 PM
Replies: 11,686
Views: 5,097,871
Posted By trobinson017

SUUUUHHHHWEEEEEET Campy's!!!

SUUUUHHHHWEEEEEET Campy's!!!
Forum: Training & Nutrition
12-07-11, 02:55 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,024
Posted By trobinson017

Wow!! No, no, I'm not suffereing from...

Wow!! No, no, I'm not suffereing from hypernatremia! Dang, that's some pretty severe symptoms. Thanks for that link!!
Forum: Training & Nutrition
12-07-11, 10:34 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,024
Posted By trobinson017

Thanks for the info. The reason I started using...

Thanks for the info. The reason I started using the water bottle tablets (CamelBack Elixir and SportAktive) was due to feeling weak and lightheaded about 3/4 the way through a 36 mile weekly ride....
Forum: Training & Nutrition
12-07-11, 10:23 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,024
Posted By trobinson017

Great info! I was unaware of the urine sticks. I...

Great info! I was unaware of the urine sticks. I may try that. Thanks!
Forum: Training & Nutrition
12-06-11, 04:24 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,024
Posted By trobinson017

That's a tough question to answer. I don't track...

That's a tough question to answer. I don't track all the sodium in everything I eat. The bars I eat contain an average of 6% RDV (recommended daily value). The drink additives, on the other hand,...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
12-06-11, 02:02 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,024
Posted By trobinson017

Can you consume too much electrolytes?

My cycling has ramped up considerably the past 8 months. I try to get in a quick 15 mile ride during weekday lunch hours and typically do between 35-45 miles on Saturdays. I'm doing my first metric...
Forum: Southeast Regional Rides and Events
12-05-11, 10:02 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 611
Posted By trobinson017

Now that it's over, how was it? I didn't get the...

Now that it's over, how was it? I didn't get the email notice of the Fondo until 4 days before it happened, so I didn't even know about it. :(
I'm curious how it went.
Forum: Southeast Regional Rides and Events
12-05-11, 09:23 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 345
Posted By trobinson017

Cool Highlands Bike Fest, Sebring, FL 12/9-11

Highlands Bike Fest, Sebring, FL 12/9-11
http://www.kenilworthlodge.com/packages/?id=142

Anyone going? A few of us from the St. Pete Bike Club are heading down there this coming weekend. I did it...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-05-11, 09:05 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 687
Posted By trobinson017

I just learned of this thread. Neat! I didn't get...

I just learned of this thread. Neat! I didn't get to ride this past weekend. I was, ahem, suffering after a long night at the casino for my daughter's 21st bday. But I do have a kewl weekend coming...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
12-05-11, 03:08 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 969
Posted By trobinson017

What is the minimum mileage?

So, what's the minimum mileage to qualify as a long distance ride? Is this just arbitrary? When I was a casual rider I thought 30 miles was a killer long distance. Now I'm more serious about riding...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
12-05-11, 02:57 PM
Replies: 258
Views: 62,921
Posted By trobinson017

I haven't done a real century yet, but I'm...

I haven't done a real century yet, but I'm training to done one in the spring. I've done a metric century in my 20's, but now I'm 47! I've done some solo 50 mile rides and am doing an organized...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
12-05-11, 02:41 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,436
Posted By trobinson017

I just bought a new ISM Adamo Century saddle. ...

I just bought a new ISM Adamo Century saddle. Several folks in my club that do regular century rides swear by it. I had an initial fit at the LBS a few days ago and took it for a quick spin today...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-30-11, 12:04 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,977
Posted By trobinson017

Like others, I only wash my road bike down when...

Like others, I only wash my road bike down when it gets really dirty or I've ridden in rain or on wet streets. I use a garden hose with a low output of water, no hose attachment, and let the water...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-30-11, 11:53 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 5,151
Posted By trobinson017

I've used SPDs on mountain and touring bikes for...

I've used SPDs on mountain and touring bikes for the walkability factor. Also, the SPDs allowed my foot to rotate laterally (rotating down left/right) which was great for mountain biking. However,...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-21-11, 07:47 PM
Replies: 11,686
Views: 5,097,871
Posted By trobinson017

I just ordered an Adamo Century saddle. I know...

I just ordered an Adamo Century saddle. I know several long distance cyclists that swear by them. I rode one of their bikes and flippin' loved this saddle!!
I'm training to start doing century...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-21-11, 04:33 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,208
Posted By trobinson017

Well, you surely make it clear that nobody can...

Well, you surely make it clear that nobody can speak on bikeforums.net unless you have very valuable information to impart.
I will say the comments made to my post here are the most arrogant I've...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-21-11, 02:01 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,208
Posted By trobinson017

This is not true. I don't touch the brake lever...

This is not true. I don't touch the brake lever when I shift up or down. Although technically they are "brifters" the brake
lever itself does not serve two roles. It operates the brake, nothing...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-21-11, 11:46 AM
Replies: 473
Views: 26,756
Posted By trobinson017

For me it's one word: beer. I likes my beer....

For me it's one word: beer. I likes my beer. From the back I look fit and trim. From the side I look bulbous.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-20-11, 04:03 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,208
Posted By trobinson017

I ride SRAM Apex and love it! I've not owned 105...

I ride SRAM Apex and love it! I've not owned 105 or Ultegra but I have test ridden bikes with them and have ridden friend's bikes that have them. They're great but it bothers me to have the brake...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-20-11, 03:51 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,071
Posted By trobinson017

You wear earbuds and listen to music when you...

You wear earbuds and listen to music when you ride?? Hope your life insurance is paid up and you have a will. That's a bad combo!
Forum: Road Cycling
11-20-11, 03:46 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,568
Posted By trobinson017

I spend little on jerseys, average around $25. I...

I spend little on jerseys, average around $25. I spend more on bibs cuz I ride long distances and want quality construction and chamois. Even then I average around $110 for those. On a month to...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-20-11, 03:32 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,071
Posted By trobinson017

Normally, I just wave nicely with a smile to piss...

Normally, I just wave nicely with a smile to piss them off even more. One anecdote: I was cycling through our quaint, little downtown at 8am on a Saturday morning once, only a few cars here and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-05-11, 04:28 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,076
Posted By trobinson017

I finally got it free. I used a pair of pliers...

I finally got it free. I used a pair of pliers for leverage with the little handle of the chain tool. I turned as hard as I could on the test link thinking I was going to break something (hopefully...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-05-11, 02:32 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,076
Posted By trobinson017

Thanks for these tips. I am using the slot...

Thanks for these tips. I am using the slot farthest from the push-pin, so it's crossing over the first slot then meeting the chain/pin at the second slot. I'll practice on one of the pins that will...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-05-11, 11:49 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,076
Posted By trobinson017

Using a chain tool properly

Hi all,

I bought a new KMC chain to replace the same model on my bike. I need to remove 6 links to match the length of the old one. I have a good chain tool but I cannot get the pin on the 6th...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-14-11, 01:13 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,986
Posted By trobinson017

I know this was not a very technical question. I...

I know this was not a very technical question. I really liked all the responses, both humorous and serious. That's why I love checking these forums daily. It's unfortunate that nobody in the bike...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-13-11, 09:58 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,986
Posted By trobinson017

Why do CF bikes feel heavier than my Alu?

I have a 2010 Spec. Secteur Elite with SRAM Apex. It's a pretty light aluminum bike with only carbon forks (not seatstays) and in all honestly feels lighter than almost every CF bike I've lifted. A...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-12-11, 07:07 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 620
Posted By trobinson017

I LOVE this solution!!! Except for the bike...

I LOVE this solution!!! Except for the bike storage which I could figure out once I had the units set up, but this gives me a great idea on how to build one myself. Perfect for what I was looking...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-12-11, 03:03 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 620
Posted By trobinson017

Those are great for hanging the bike but doesn't...

Those are great for hanging the bike but doesn't address to gear storage issue. I saw this one online but don't like it's totally utilitarian look:

http://site.unbeatablesale.com/img055/ddc006.jpg
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-12-11, 02:58 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 620
Posted By trobinson017

Garage??! Not for my baby!! :) I keep her in...

Garage??! Not for my baby!! :) I keep her in the house where I can look at her constantly.
The dresser is an idea but I would like something sporty and not regular furniture-like. Thanks tho!!
...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-12-11, 02:52 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,966
Posted By trobinson017

BWAHAHAHAHAAAAA!!! You guys are killin' me!!!...

BWAHAHAHAHAAAAA!!! You guys are killin' me!!! LMAO!!
Forum: Road Cycling
10-12-11, 02:43 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,966
Posted By trobinson017

ROFLMAO!!!! The emoticon seals it! ...

ROFLMAO!!!! The emoticon seals it! BWAHAHAHAHAHAAAAAAAAAAAAA!!!!!
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