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Forum: Touring
03-25-18, 04:47 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,114
Posted By PaddleFoot

I wish my Sutra had thru- axels. I am not...

I wish my Sutra had thru- axels. I am not impressed by the QR skewers Kona uses.
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
03-04-18, 04:40 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 9,875
Posted By PaddleFoot

I'm sorry I missed this. No, the trainer just sat...

I'm sorry I missed this. No, the trainer just sat under the bike I rode.
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
03-04-18, 04:06 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 9,875
Posted By PaddleFoot

Hello, 2 for 2... Mix of indoor/outdoor...

Hello,

2 for 2... Mix of indoor/outdoor miles, measured at the rear wheel, logged in Ride with GPS.

Jan - 1,182 miles
Feb - 1,018 miles


Enjoyed every mile, but it was tortuous at times...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
03-04-18, 04:01 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 23,901
Posted By PaddleFoot

CFB get thrown out of a lot of LBS's because of...

CFB get thrown out of a lot of LBS's because of this method. :)

Good luck to OP, you are learning (from the best) about the most important thing on the bike.
Forum: Pills and Ills
02-27-18, 05:33 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,658
Posted By PaddleFoot

When you see that TV commercial for laser back...

When you see that TV commercial for laser back surgery, I have or had every one of those symptoms listed. I've been in pain most of my life and every day in the last years. Agony, even. Best thing...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
02-25-18, 03:16 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,202
Posted By PaddleFoot

How dare you! A bonfire with friends and 18...

How dare you! A bonfire with friends and 18 beers. A drinking story with a smile on your face, yet!

I don't really drink anymore, but I'd rather laugh with the Sinner's than cry with the Saint's.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
02-15-18, 04:39 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,580
Posted By PaddleFoot

You are missing out on the very best way to test...

You are missing out on the very best way to test and fit your bicycle if you don't put it on your trainer. Different bikes with different seats and components all use different fit settings. My...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
02-15-18, 04:30 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 994
Posted By PaddleFoot

Hello, dabac is correct about stationary...

Hello,

dabac is correct about stationary trainers being boring. A smart trainer with Zwift, on the other hand, can change your life. They are not the same at all. Best wishes to you.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-13-18, 05:20 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,145
Posted By PaddleFoot

The whole 'gravel bike' thing is kind of silly to...

The whole 'gravel bike' thing is kind of silly to me... 25 years ago we rode our 'mountain bikes' everywhere. And we LIKED it. :)

Joke aside, I ride everywhere, but when I do CX, I drive there...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-10-18, 04:28 AM
Replies: 3,578
Views: 985,822
Posted By PaddleFoot

Very nice to see a great picture of a cool bike...

Very nice to see a great picture of a cool bike BluesDawg! Color without over-saturation.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
02-09-18, 04:27 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,860
Posted By PaddleFoot

I own a KickR now and a wheel-on dumb trainer in...

I own a KickR now and a wheel-on dumb trainer in the past. Buy good stuff and you only cry once. I love my KickR and have no trouble knowing how far I went. You can expect them to go up in price as I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-06-18, 05:19 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,027
Posted By PaddleFoot

You'll be in great shape by the time you need to...

You'll be in great shape by the time you need to buy a new cassette. :)

I clean and inspect my cogs once a month and so far, so good, but I do see beauty marks on the sides of larger cogs from...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-04-18, 09:10 AM
Replies: 357
Views: 74,670
Posted By PaddleFoot

Hello, this is a great thread. I wanted to...

Hello, this is a great thread.

I wanted to share this: I learned how to run Zwift with no UI and also run ZML with working features like rider list and chat. This thread assumes you know about...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
02-04-18, 05:40 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 9,759
Posted By PaddleFoot

Gradient setting does affect your speed average...

Gradient setting does affect your speed average as you don't have to shift as much, it is now done for you. Even on 0% grades, there are still elevation changes you will notice. High gradient means...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
02-04-18, 05:17 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,139
Posted By PaddleFoot

Thanks so much for all your answers! I had...

Thanks so much for all your answers! I had forgotten all about this post (getting old!)

I have experience with unlocking devices. I once did this to get a device to talk to my wifi telescope. I...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
02-01-18, 03:56 AM
Replies: 2,583
Views: 380,183
Posted By PaddleFoot

1. Buy KickR. 2. Join Zwift. 3. Ride...

1. Buy KickR.

2. Join Zwift.

3. Ride bike.

30 lbs... poof. Cookies, pizza, you name it, no problem.

Yes, I eat good too.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-30-18, 05:12 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 9,766
Posted By PaddleFoot

If you see a banana peel it is trash. The person...

If you see a banana peel it is trash. The person that left it there is a ******.
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
01-28-18, 03:37 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 9,875
Posted By PaddleFoot

My Ride With GPS miles for January (with four...

My Ride With GPS miles for January (with four days to go):

1094 miles. 22 miles outdoors, all miles measured 'at the rear wheel'. Conservative number as I forgot to save about 100 miles worth of...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
01-24-18, 04:48 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,139
Posted By PaddleFoot

Android Question

Hello,

The most popular geezer phone I see, the Galaxy S3 has issues with every single app I try running. I saw the following line at a Support site and was wondering if anyone could shed light on...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
01-24-18, 04:23 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 15,850
Posted By PaddleFoot

I could never let a Ti bike out of my sight......

I could never let a Ti bike out of my sight... I'd be a nervous wreck.

Some day I might bet one though. Good luck with your quest!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-20-18, 02:46 PM
Replies: 27,115
Views: 3,114,734
Posted By PaddleFoot

Looking forward to it.

Looking forward to it.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-20-18, 04:42 AM
Replies: 357
Views: 74,670
Posted By PaddleFoot

I've been creating custom ERG workouts to work on...

I've been creating custom ERG workouts to work on specific items and I note I get many more bonus points that just shot me through level 22. I don't really think about it as the prizes just don't...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-19-18, 03:17 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 8,613
Posted By PaddleFoot

Lowering seat helped me the most. Too far back...

Lowering seat helped me the most. Too far back makes my knee hurt worse. It all has to be just right.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-19-18, 12:50 PM
Replies: 27,115
Views: 3,114,734
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: Touring
01-19-18, 11:52 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 11,279
Posted By PaddleFoot

You guys wanting Cambiums better like the sound...

You guys wanting Cambiums better like the sound of creaking rubber... that is all I can say.
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
01-19-18, 03:54 AM
Replies: 343
Views: 47,122
Posted By PaddleFoot

Here is a robo add I started seeing today....

Here is a robo add I started seeing today. Picture is contained in zip file and the link to the add is

https://www.bikeforums.net/fifty-plus-50/1132037-did-you-use-indoor-trainer-today-3.html
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-19-18, 03:44 AM
Replies: 180
Views: 20,362
Posted By PaddleFoot

That is funny, Gerry221! :) Be sure to...

That is funny, Gerry221! :)

Be sure to calibrate your power source properly and experiment with gradient to affect your pedaling.

Take a look at technology in the world today and you will see...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
01-18-18, 05:14 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,927
Posted By PaddleFoot

I had no idea the metric system was so widely...

I had no idea the metric system was so widely used once west of the state line. :) Reminds me of the hero in "Breaking Away". Metric numbers do sound more impressive. (please note: just making a...
Forum: Pills and Ills
01-16-18, 04:31 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,367
Posted By PaddleFoot

I finally had to have surgery to end my episode...

I finally had to have surgery to end my episode of sciatica. I went from #9 and #10 pain to #0 pain when I left the hospital (out patient procedure). I later required 5 steroid shots within one year...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-16-18, 04:06 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,279
Posted By PaddleFoot

Wow, I wish I still had my Black Lightning and...

Wow, I wish I still had my Black Lightning and that seat! :)
Forum: Training & Nutrition
01-15-18, 05:39 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 7,023
Posted By PaddleFoot

That hollow flywheel has to a culprit. It is...

That hollow flywheel has to a culprit. It is amazing how smooth the KickR is when on the small chain ring.

I remember 30 years ago with my first tires-on trainer and living in a third floor...
Forum: Touring
01-15-18, 05:34 AM
Replies: 4,822
Views: 2,617,671
Posted By PaddleFoot

Awesome bike Linus!

Awesome bike Linus!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-15-18, 05:23 AM
Replies: 5,332
Views: 840,304
Posted By PaddleFoot

So hard seeing the warm weather pictures! ...

So hard seeing the warm weather pictures!

Great idea breaking out the ski's! I can start loving XC skiing again and the snow will go away.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-15-18, 05:17 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,303
Posted By PaddleFoot

Hello, Congrats on your Birthday ride! I...

Hello,

Congrats on your Birthday ride! I missed my #57 ride this year due to weather. Folks born in the summer months sure have it easy! :)

A birthday is a special day when I am closer to my...
Forum: Introductions
01-15-18, 04:56 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 598
Posted By PaddleFoot

Welcome back! You never forget how to have...

Welcome back!

You never forget how to have fun. It is like riding a ... oh wait. :)
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-14-18, 06:16 AM
Replies: 180
Views: 20,362
Posted By PaddleFoot

Hi everyman07, Are the videos shaky? I did...

Hi everyman07,

Are the videos shaky? I did try looking into the video route as a change of pace, but I simply cannot watch a shaky video and I did not see a way to demo it. For me, Zwift is kind...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
01-13-18, 04:40 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,432
Posted By PaddleFoot

Hello MinnMan, I never did catch which seat...

Hello MinnMan,

I never did catch which seat you were using. I know my OEM seat was terrible and a new Brook's Cambium 17 seat helped a lot. I learned to experiment and have it set best as I can...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
01-13-18, 04:14 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,503
Posted By PaddleFoot

I once saw a sign on a dojo wall... "If you do...

I once saw a sign on a dojo wall... "If you do nothing else, stretch."

I've been putting a lot more time into stretching lately. I am no expert but I ride over a 1000 miles a month.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-13-18, 11:09 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,372
Posted By PaddleFoot

Love my car and truck. Cold doesn't bother me...

Love my car and truck.
Cold doesn't bother me as I can dress for it, but no way I'm getting hurt by falling on ice. Waiting for safe conditions.
Forum: Touring
01-13-18, 04:35 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 8,694
Posted By PaddleFoot

Great thread Robert! I know I was very interested...

Great thread Robert! I know I was very interested to hear what other hip replacement experiences others have had. It is not for me. It is good to hear success stories instead of excuses.

I wish...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-12-18, 04:28 AM
Replies: 180
Views: 20,362
Posted By PaddleFoot

:) Yes, Winter does not seem so bad now that...

:)

Yes, Winter does not seem so bad now that I can ride whenever I want. KickR was best purchase of 2017!

Did not really feel it yesterday and rode about 28 miles. The cleat change I made days...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
01-11-18, 04:32 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 9,666
Posted By PaddleFoot

No such thing as the KickR Climb. You have to...

No such thing as the KickR Climb. You have to wait for release to see the what and how's of it. When I first started riding indoors I thought "no way" I could use one, but I am so smooth now that I...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-11-18, 04:07 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,812
Posted By PaddleFoot

That 25 lap volcano run is a doozie. Congrats! ...

That 25 lap volcano run is a doozie. Congrats!

Odd cadence at ride start ups is caused by the sensor being seen but with no RPM reading. You can see this in the pair screen "ERR". When I take a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-10-18, 05:21 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,594
Posted By PaddleFoot

Hello, I had a broken shoulder and the PT...

Hello,

I had a broken shoulder and the PT for it can be a bit tough, but I found the most helpful thing for me to get it moving again was water therapy, so find a Physical Therapy place with one...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-10-18, 08:08 AM
Replies: 180
Views: 20,362
Posted By PaddleFoot

Ride with GPS calendar is showing me at 157 miles...

Ride with GPS calendar is showing me at 157 miles for the week and I have almost 30 on my ELEMNT at the moment. Quite a contrast from my first trainer I owned and rode maybe one hour in thirty years....
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
01-09-18, 02:30 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 8,467
Posted By PaddleFoot

Thank you for making these threads, Machka. I...

Thank you for making these threads, Machka. I have learned that I am meant to be an endurance rider and randonneur someday. I sincerely hope it is not in 2018 as I will have to suffer the loss of my...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-09-18, 12:32 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 5,363
Posted By PaddleFoot

I've done a couple centuries on Zwift, and I do...

I've done a couple centuries on Zwift, and I do several Metrics a week, but I no longer count Zwift miles. I run my ELEMNT at the same time and I get 72+ miles in Zwift for an ELMNT metric century. I...
Forum: Touring
01-08-18, 07:31 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,338
Posted By PaddleFoot

I think I'm going to look into a double stand for...

I think I'm going to look into a double stand for my Sutra. Thanks for the suggestions.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-08-18, 04:23 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,773
Posted By PaddleFoot

Hello Mike, You can try to mix up how you...

Hello Mike,

You can try to mix up how you ride. If you ride at the same pace all the time it seems to get counter-productive, and after I've added some different types of workouts, I feel much...
Forum: Fatbikes
01-07-18, 05:06 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 17,519
Posted By PaddleFoot

OMG, I am weakening fast. Took a ride to a...

OMG, I am weakening fast.

Took a ride to a Performance bike shop and a friend was looking hard at a fatty. Very nice lady stopped to talk about her bike and how much she loves and rides it. I...
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