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Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-09, 09:57 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 3,023
Posted By Raerfani

Braking the correct way

Is there suppose to be a technique in braking properly? Like do you press the left brake to stop your front tire before the back tire?
Forum: Commuting
06-09-09, 07:43 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,254
Posted By Raerfani

Thanks for your help guys, I will take all...

Thanks for your help guys, I will take all insights into consideration. But for the record, I'm not sedentary! I'm an active triathlete! :D
Forum: Commuting
06-08-09, 07:34 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,254
Posted By Raerfani

A fatigue issue (is it just me?)

So, I love cycling (as I'm sure you all do too) and it wakes me up in the morning or whenever I'm riding feeling exhilerated and ready to go about the day. But after I sit down at work, I just want...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
06-08-09, 07:31 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,064
Posted By Raerfani

Thanks fellow tandemers! We just got done...

Thanks fellow tandemers!

We just got done with our mini euro-tour doing over 250km. We rented a tandem and just hit the road through the Neterhlands, south to Belgium (Antwerp), and northeast to...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
05-28-09, 08:43 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,064
Posted By Raerfani

Please correct my tandem logic...

Hello tandemers,

Usually I'm in the road cycling/triathlon section but since I'm in Europe with my non-cyclist cousin, we would like to bike across the Netherlands. We are thinking of a tandem...
Forum: Commuting
02-09-09, 12:16 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 4,321
Posted By Raerfani

Yeah, I really like fast-paced dance music or...

Yeah, I really like fast-paced dance music or electronic music. It makes me go faster. But then I get really tired when I get off and just want to take a nap. But I digress..
Forum: Road Cycling
02-07-09, 04:48 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,887
Posted By Raerfani

Nice pic. What kind of shorts are those?

Nice pic. What kind of shorts are those?
Forum: Road Cycling
01-30-09, 12:52 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,911
Posted By Raerfani

If you were definitely set to these two choices,...

If you were definitely set to these two choices, I would spend the extra one-hundred dollars just because you can avoid 2203s and get a 9 spd (my LBS tells me that 8 spds are not being made anymore...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-25-09, 01:49 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 10,635
Posted By Raerfani

This thread is disgusting.

This thread is disgusting.
Forum: Commuting
01-22-09, 06:46 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,340
Posted By Raerfani

Well, the only immediate solutions are getting a...

Well, the only immediate solutions are getting a lighter bike, steroid injections en route, or changing your route. However, I would suggest, from experience, to just wait until you become more fit...
Forum: Commuting
01-20-09, 11:40 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,566
Posted By Raerfani

It was SO embarrassing today. Right on my...

It was SO embarrassing today. Right on my buttcrack of my khakis was a long stain from the water splashing up from behind. I didn't even know until I took my pants off after work to analyze them....
Forum: Commuting
01-20-09, 10:40 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,566
Posted By Raerfani

How many of you do NOT use fenders?

I was just wondering if there was any way to keep myself clean from wet roads besides using fenders? I normally wear khakis to work and the other day I got off the bike and they were full or little...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-11-09, 09:05 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 452
Posted By Raerfani

Congrats on your newly found interest. Definitely...

Congrats on your newly found interest. Definitely don't spend too much. Buying used (if you're in a city with a large market) is the way to go because you can get an awesome bike for about half the...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-02-09, 07:17 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 7,700
Posted By Raerfani

Who cares what people look like?

Who cares what people look like?
Forum: Road Cycling
11-19-08, 03:21 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 13,068
Posted By Raerfani

That's a good question. When reading these...

That's a good question. When reading these responses, just keep in mind that most of us are to a certain extent weight weenies/cyclists who care about appearance/speed demons. Because of this, 9/10...
Forum: Triathlon
10-12-08, 10:39 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 789
Posted By Raerfani

It seems like veterans Al-Sultan and Stadler have...

It seems like veterans Al-Sultan and Stadler have past their prime. :(
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-11-08, 03:19 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 376
Posted By Raerfani

Crap, I thought they were the same? What's the...

Crap, I thought they were the same? What's the difference?

EDIT: JK, I want to be able to coast. So....ss bike it is.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-11-08, 02:57 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 376
Posted By Raerfani

Total ss noob with some questions....

Hey guys,

I don't have a car and right now my only mode of transportation is my racing bike. That said, I would really like a minimalist ss bike that I can ride around town just doing errands. I...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-11-08, 01:43 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 3,228
Posted By Raerfani

Dang Dr. Pete, for 13 miles thats actually a...

Dang Dr. Pete, for 13 miles thats actually a pretty awesome pace. Keep it up! Also, I didn't know you from the bluegrass area (from the other thread about northern KY).
Forum: Road Cycling
10-10-08, 09:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 463
Posted By Raerfani

Don't know, but central kentucky is amazing. And...

Don't know, but central kentucky is amazing. And by amazing I mean gently rolling hills and beautiful horse farm scenery. I don't think it would be a stretch to say its at least fairly similar. Where...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-09-08, 11:44 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,405
Posted By Raerfani

its all me, probably won't be here next week...lol

its all me, probably won't be here next week...lol
Forum: Road Cycling
10-09-08, 08:14 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 3,025
Posted By Raerfani

Have you ever tasted your sweat? It should very...

Have you ever tasted your sweat? It should very salty, which kind if complicates things as far as actual concentration goes.
Forum: Triathlon
10-08-08, 02:37 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 845
Posted By Raerfani

Just a premature thought about triathletes

I'm a newbie to traithlons. And I have to admit, from both of the tris I have competed in, the fellow competitors have been really nice. I thought you all were gonna be dbags but most of you guys are...
Forum: Triathlon
10-06-08, 07:33 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,025
Posted By Raerfani

The pool swim was...well, interesting. There were...

The pool swim was...well, interesting. There were 8 50m lanes. Each individual swam forwards in one lane then back always staying to the right, then back at the x00m mark (1 full lap) you ducked...
Forum: Triathlon
10-06-08, 02:37 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,025
Posted By Raerfani

2nd Triathlon w/ pics :D

So this was my second triathlon and I finished in a very average time of 1:49:00.

800m swim - 16 min with some change
19 mile bike - 58 min with some change
4 mile run - 30 min with some change...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-02-08, 11:05 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 828
Posted By Raerfani

Giant's 2009 bikes look awesome. Both in design...

Giant's 2009 bikes look awesome. Both in design and color.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-28-08, 11:47 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 565
Posted By Raerfani

I wouldn't go brand new unless you are getting a...

I wouldn't go brand new unless you are getting a free year of tune-ups, which is really nice. When you brand new, you are essentially getting ripped off, because you have to spend tons of money in...
Forum: Triathlon
09-28-08, 07:22 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 562
Posted By Raerfani

You must have been excited. I don't blame you...

You must have been excited. I don't blame you though. Just sew it up if there isn't a warranty.
Forum: Triathlon
09-28-08, 07:21 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 793
Posted By Raerfani

Nicely done sir! Awesome review on the bike part,...

Nicely done sir! Awesome review on the bike part, I can vividly see getting passed up on my entry level giant by some doctor on a P2C! What tri suit are you sporting?
Forum: Road Cycling
09-28-08, 07:13 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 19,848
Posted By Raerfani

Trek's new stuff is overpriced. I got full 105 a...

Trek's new stuff is overpriced. I got full 105 a few months ago for $900, brand new. That said, I wouldn't get this if you have to pay full price. Good to luck to you. However, if you are rich and...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-28-08, 07:11 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 990
Posted By Raerfani

Do you have road pedals? I hope so.

Do you have road pedals? I hope so.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-27-08, 09:47 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,451
Posted By Raerfani

Are they quiet?

Are they quiet?
Forum: Road Cycling
09-27-08, 09:04 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,158
Posted By Raerfani

Heh. :P

Heh. :P
Forum: Road Cycling
09-27-08, 09:03 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,464
Posted By Raerfani

No just a road bike.

No just a road bike.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-27-08, 07:04 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,158
Posted By Raerfani

Nice bike. What kind of OCR did you have?

Nice bike. What kind of OCR did you have?
Forum: Road Cycling
09-27-08, 07:54 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,464
Posted By Raerfani

I guess I'm just a freak then, lol. Its just...

I guess I'm just a freak then, lol.

Its just really weird I feel exactly like a kid when I ride. I love it.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-27-08, 01:38 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,464
Posted By Raerfani

Anyone smile/laugh/giggle when they ride out of enjoyment?

This morning, during the first part of my ride, I sometimes found myself giggling just out of pure excitement and joy. Am I freak?
Forum: Triathlon
09-27-08, 01:36 AM
Replies: 780
Views: 429,699
Posted By Raerfani

That's pretty sweet. What contraption is that...

That's pretty sweet. What contraption is that under your saddle?
Forum: Commuting
09-24-08, 01:39 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 3,164
Posted By Raerfani

I do this weird thing while commuting, am I the only one?

On any commute or errand, I may have the whole day to spare. However, whenever I'm on the saddle and I'm riding through town, all I can do is try to pedal as fast as possible as if I was in a time...
Forum: Triathlon
09-23-08, 10:27 PM
Replies: 780
Views: 429,699
Posted By Raerfani

Congrats Dr. Pete, you look like a pro! How long...

Congrats Dr. Pete, you look like a pro! How long have you been a triathlete?
Forum: Road Cycling
09-23-08, 10:23 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 657
Posted By Raerfani

Yeah, the night is the real problem. In the day...

Yeah, the night is the real problem. In the day time, maybe do a chain and a U-lock securing both wheels and your frame. If you're in a mildly populated, such as a college campus, I honestly think...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-23-08, 05:51 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 657
Posted By Raerfani

Purchase it. But I would use two U-locks just to...

Purchase it. But I would use two U-locks just to be safe.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-22-08, 12:52 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 502
Posted By Raerfani

Yeah, my roommate has a similar one made by GNC...

Yeah, my roommate has a similar one made by GNC with a grid in it. He doesn't use it normally, but he said its supposed to help mix the powder into whatever liquid you use.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-22-08, 12:35 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,051
Posted By Raerfani

I only did 25miles, but I tried to to them fast....

I only did 25miles, but I tried to to them fast. I was unsuccessful because I am fat and slow. However, I did do an extra 5 because later that night I biked to Chipotle. :D
Forum: Road Cycling
09-21-08, 03:52 AM
Replies: 146
Views: 5,929
Posted By Raerfani

Ec?

Ec?
Forum: Triathlon
09-20-08, 10:28 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 917
Posted By Raerfani

Triathele Magazine, what do you all think?

Is this a good magazine. I kind of just bought a year's worth of subscription with my next triathlon registration.
Forum: Triathlon
09-20-08, 07:51 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 768
Posted By Raerfani

Is the IMKY the same thing as IM: Louisville? ...

Is the IMKY the same thing as IM: Louisville?

Hopefully, I'll be there in 2010. I just did a sprint tri last weekend lol. I feel like such a noob.
Forum: Triathlon
09-17-08, 01:06 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 466
Posted By Raerfani

Dude, that is an awesome time for a first...

Dude, that is an awesome time for a first triathlon. I did almost the exact triathlon except the run was only 3 miles and I got a little over your time. Good job, where are you from btw?
Forum: Road Cycling
09-17-08, 01:00 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 3,565
Posted By Raerfani

+1

+1
Forum: Road Cycling
09-17-08, 01:00 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 3,565
Posted By Raerfani

Just be freaking appreciative the cycling is in...

Just be freaking appreciative the cycling is in the news. More news, more bike lanes, more respect, better riding. Don't complain my friend.
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