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Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
07-28-20, 05:48 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,544
Posted By roadCruiser76

As others have said, I would check to make sure...

As others have said, I would check to make sure auto-pause is actually enabled. Even more importantly, next time you ride, look at the 830 itself. The timer should stop when you stop. If the...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
07-25-20, 04:54 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 9,385
Posted By roadCruiser76

A similar thing happens with the data on my...

A similar thing happens with the data on my Garmin versus Strava. It seems that the biggest differences occur on routes where I stop frequently. Strava's algorithms don't seem to detect stops as...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
07-25-20, 04:38 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 354
Posted By roadCruiser76

Vector 3 malfunctioning

OK so hopefully someone here can help, since Garmin support is down. I have a pair of Vector 3 pedals and up until recently they have worked pretty well. I got a new bike and had the pedals put on...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-19-20, 12:16 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 11,356
Posted By roadCruiser76

Modes

Interesting - I'll have to look into those. I think I've just been using manual mode so far.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-19-20, 08:47 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 11,356
Posted By roadCruiser76

Update

I ended up pulling the trigger on this bike. It's a Specialized Tarmac Expert Disc. The shop had no problem swapping out the 11-30 for the 11-34. I went on my first long ride with the new bike...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-17-20, 04:38 PM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,408,364
Posted By roadCruiser76

New bike

Just got this yesterday:
https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/2fa0889f_1b9b_470d_b30f_cbab31e856c6_3675a4dde05105e9c3bbbec13b22201b4f486d66.jpeg
Specialized Tarmac
Forum: Road Cycling
07-16-20, 05:13 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 42,025
Posted By roadCruiser76

I just got my new bike today and I swapped out...

I just got my new bike today and I swapped out the 11-30 it came with for an 11-34 without any hesitation. The 11-34 setup was one of the things I liked best on my old bike. In my case I didn't...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-02-20, 03:29 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 4,936
Posted By roadCruiser76

I tend to agree. I think if you use Strava a lot...

I tend to agree. I think if you use Strava a lot and like it, then you should be more than willing to pay $6 a month. That is equivalent to one fast food meal a month for one person. A lot of people...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-02-20, 01:49 PM
Replies: 21,338
Views: 5,193,411
Posted By roadCruiser76

Varia

Varia RTL515 and a mount to attach it to my saddle bag.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-02-20, 01:33 PM
Replies: 3,116
Views: 535,068
Posted By roadCruiser76

Lake Anna

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Forum: Road Cycling
07-01-20, 09:42 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 11,356
Posted By roadCruiser76

For "significant grades", I'm thinking about a...

For "significant grades", I'm thinking about a local climb called Lamb's Knoll. The grade hits 18-19% in a few sections and it's just impossible to keep an adequate cadence without good gearing. The...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-01-20, 09:09 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 11,356
Posted By roadCruiser76

Cool! The ones I'm looking at do say "medium...

Cool! The ones I'm looking at do say "medium cage". Maybe that's the answer then - get a racing oriented bike and ask the shop to throw on a 34T cassette for me once it comes in. Thanks for the...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-01-20, 09:05 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 11,356
Posted By roadCruiser76

Good to know that you can even handle a 36T...

Good to know that you can even handle a 36T cassette...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-01-20, 09:04 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 11,356
Posted By roadCruiser76

I'm kind of torn also between a "racing" road...

I'm kind of torn also between a "racing" road bike versus a more "endurance" type one. I'm way too slow to do actual races, but sometimes I do fast group rides with my cycling friends and I'd like to...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-30-20, 04:15 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 11,356
Posted By roadCruiser76

Swapping out cassettes sizes on a Di2 bike

OK, so I'm vaguely considering getting a new road bike, one which has di2 and disk brakes. My current road bike has rim brakes and mechanical shifting. However, one thing I like about my existing...
Forum: Northeast
10-05-17, 07:25 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 783
Posted By roadCruiser76

Poker Ride

I know this is last minute, but on Saturday my bike club is sponsoring a metric century in a "Poker Run" format. The ride starts near Charles Town WV. So basically you can ride your bike and have a...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
09-02-17, 02:53 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 8,383
Posted By roadCruiser76

1.) Edge 305 - I used it for a long time and it...

1.) Edge 305 - I used it for a long time and it recorded my statistics fairly well. I stopped using it once the battery went bad and it began shutting down whenever I would hit a big bump.

2.)...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-24-17, 03:36 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,360
Posted By roadCruiser76

All of this really hits home for me. In February...

All of this really hits home for me. In February I was hit by a pickup truck when I was riding. He had a similar excuse. He said I "came out of nowhere" even though he was driving on the wrong...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
02-21-17, 04:52 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 10,399
Posted By roadCruiser76

I was recently involved in a collision with a...

I was recently involved in a collision with a motor vehicle. I'm not going to post more details because of pending litigation. It was the vehicle's fault. My leg is badly broken, I've been unable...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-19-16, 06:20 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 898
Posted By roadCruiser76

Thanks for the encouragement you all! I'm...

Thanks for the encouragement you all! I'm gradually getting faster, but I still eat way too much. I need to get that under control :) Yesterday I rejoined our local cycling club, and I plan to do...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-18-16, 08:12 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,974
Posted By roadCruiser76

Wow, your thread is similar to mine - I'm also...

Wow, your thread is similar to mine - I'm also getting back on the bike. Except no surgery for me. Your story is an inspiration and will help motivate me to continue as well.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-18-16, 07:52 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 898
Posted By roadCruiser76

Back in the Saddle Again

So, a little bit of history. I starting road cycling in 2006, and gradually increased my mileage every year until 2013. I wasn't anything great, but I was fairly fit and I could roll with most of...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-23-13, 08:54 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,755
Posted By roadCruiser76

First of all, I agree with some of the others...

First of all, I agree with some of the others that the path of least resistance would simply be to work through the club that is located 20 miles away, and volunteer to lead a ride closer to home. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-09-13, 04:06 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 7,449
Posted By roadCruiser76

Well at least in my case I have power and heart...

Well at least in my case I have power and heart rate data posted also, so others can see if I truly "earned" the segment.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-09-13, 04:01 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,915
Posted By roadCruiser76

Wow, I'm really surprised at how many people seem...

Wow, I'm really surprised at how many people seem to be haggling in person when they make Craigslists purchases. When I bought a bike off Craiglist I simply made an offer over email ahead of time. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-09-13, 03:49 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 7,449
Posted By roadCruiser76

Everyone always points out the difference that...

Everyone always points out the difference that the wind makes, and this is certainly true to a point. However, when you have a segment that has been ridden a large number of times, eventually the...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-07-13, 05:38 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 7,449
Posted By roadCruiser76

Excellent commentary from everyone. I'm glad...

Excellent commentary from everyone. I'm glad that most people agree Strava is a fun tool and not detrimental to the sport.

Just to comment on a few things - about dedicated hardware versus...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-05-13, 07:18 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 7,449
Posted By roadCruiser76

Strava - good or bad for cycling?

OK, so I'm a frequent user of Strava and have a lot of fun with it. In particular I like seeing what kinds of rides my friends and teammates are doing. I also have to admit that I am amused by the...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-05-13, 06:57 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 4,285
Posted By roadCruiser76

I am one of these people. On a good day I can...

I am one of these people. On a good day I can tie my shoes, and I do try to fix my own flats. However I have to admit that it takes me about 40 minutes to replace a tube when I get a flat. The...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-04-13, 10:16 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 4,285
Posted By roadCruiser76

I definitely take my bikes to the shop or get a...

I definitely take my bikes to the shop or get a mechanically inclined friend to help me when I need something fixed on my bikes. I have no mechanical skills whatsoever. I tend to destroy whatever I...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-04-13, 07:47 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 7,256
Posted By roadCruiser76

I say go with Specialized. I own a Specialized...

I say go with Specialized. I own a Specialized Tarmac Comp and couldn't be happier with it.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-14-12, 08:20 PM
Replies: 319
Views: 83,924
Posted By roadCruiser76

This is my time trial rig. 288532

This is my time trial rig.

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Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
04-27-12, 08:11 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,013
Posted By roadCruiser76

I would highly recommend the following book to...

I would highly recommend the following book to help you devise a training program. This will tell you all you need to know and more. Also, if you don't already have a heart rate monitor, you should...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-27-12, 07:57 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 6,679
Posted By roadCruiser76

Sorry, Fred is right here. Provided that the...

Sorry, Fred is right here. Provided that the roads are not closed, if it is a public road you have as much right to be there as anyone else. If you are a tax payer than the road belongs as much to...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-24-12, 01:38 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 22,309
Posted By roadCruiser76

$800 for this Orbea Aletta on Craigslist. I was...

$800 for this Orbea Aletta on Craigslist. I was looking for a TT bike and this fit the bill.

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Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
01-15-12, 08:00 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 3,296
Posted By roadCruiser76

Team

Team Integrity, Eastern panhandle of WV, for me.

http://teamintegritycycling.com/
Forum: Road Cycling
12-28-11, 07:26 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,206
Posted By roadCruiser76

Garmin

I agree with the recommendations for the Garmin 500. Garmin also has a new device out, I believe it is the Garmin Edge 200, which can be had for a lower price and contains most of the functionality...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-19-11, 04:18 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 655
Posted By roadCruiser76

I second the recommendation of the Garmin 500. I...

I second the recommendation of the Garmin 500. I notice, though, that you mention "power". Unfortunately the Garmin 500 by itself can't measure power - you need another device to measure the power...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-02-11, 03:22 PM
Replies: 120
Views: 6,440
Posted By roadCruiser76

Save up for the Garmin Vector. That's my plan.

Save up for the Garmin Vector. That's my plan.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-24-11, 08:00 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,969
Posted By roadCruiser76

I could roll with you all sometime too. I live...

I could roll with you all sometime too. I live in Charles Town, WV but I work in Herndon near the W&OD trail. Sometimes I drive to Purcellville and then bike commute in to Herndon. If you want to...
Forum: Northeast
06-17-11, 06:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 652
Posted By roadCruiser76

He used to be a contender. Now, he's just a...

He used to be a contender. Now, he's just a weener.

Sorry, couldn't resist!
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-11-11, 03:58 PM
Replies: 120
Views: 5,567
Posted By roadCruiser76

This has happened to me several times. That is,...

This has happened to me several times. That is, friends/acquaintances saying that they like to harass cyclists. In one instance I really went off on the person. But in later situations I just...
Forum: Electric Bikes
06-11-11, 03:21 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 817
Posted By roadCruiser76

OK so I guess I'll ask the obvious question - if...

OK so I guess I'll ask the obvious question - if one is a strong cyclist, what is the need for electric assistance? I can see how a 50 mile round trip ride every day would be taxing, but if one...
Forum: Northeast
03-23-11, 05:10 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 561
Posted By roadCruiser76

Here's a shorter one - we do this one all the...

Here's a shorter one - we do this one all the time:

http://www.mapmyride.com/routes/view/5674925
Forum: Northeast
03-23-11, 05:09 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 561
Posted By roadCruiser76

Depends how far you want to go...

Here is a nice little 40 mile that takes you by the rivers and through historic Charles Town:

http://www.mapmyride.com/routes/view/29955174
Forum: Road Cycling
02-19-11, 09:38 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,436
Posted By roadCruiser76

I like Specialized bikes. Something like this...

I like Specialized bikes. Something like this might work for you:

http://spokesetc.com/product/10-specialized-allez-comp-57585-1.htm
Forum: Road Cycling
02-05-11, 02:43 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 2,491
Posted By roadCruiser76

Interesting topic. I do think sometimes people...

Interesting topic. I do think sometimes people take it too far by assuming that all organized rides must raise money for charity. I would disagree with that attitude. There is nothing wrong with...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-31-11, 07:53 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,695
Posted By roadCruiser76

I'm surprised it didn't include anything about...

I'm surprised it didn't include anything about providing one's bank account information to a guy in Nigeria.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-28-11, 09:22 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,695
Posted By roadCruiser76

If I was in the market for a bike, I would check...

If I was in the market for a bike, I would check it out myself. I live in nearby Charles Town.
Forum: Commuting
01-14-11, 10:24 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 33,686
Posted By roadCruiser76

I have a friend who has commuted by bike...

I have a friend who has commuted by bike exclusively for about a year and a half. Up until this fall his commute was just 6 miles each way, but then he moved and now his commute is 18 miles each...
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