Bike Forums

Go Back  Bike Forums > Search Forums
Reload this Page >

Search Results

Register
FAQ
Calendar
Today's Posts
Search
Vendor Directory
Notices
Search: Posts Made By: MrArrow
Showing results 1 to 32 of 32
Search took 0.01 seconds.
Forum: Commuting
09-02-19, 06:30 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 10,996
Posted By MrArrow

2 rides and a 5K run

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1500x2000/127114ce_4b8c_41a7_8d99_a33933532ebb_2a591c45c6492b9d96aa59672714d2eea9b8751b.jpeg...
Forum: Commuting
08-26-19, 06:11 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 10,996
Posted By MrArrow

I am lucky with the age difference my oldest...

I am lucky with the age difference my oldest helps with the younger one in the trailer. They both enjoy the ride so it’s worked out so far.

I lowered the seat to be more upright while seated but...
Forum: Commuting
08-26-19, 11:51 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 10,996
Posted By MrArrow

I'm looking at a couple similar pedals locally...

I'm looking at a couple similar pedals locally from the parts bin that I may pull the trigger on. All I know is I keep slipping or having to readjust my contact with the pedals I have. It is super...
Forum: Commuting
08-24-19, 09:51 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 10,996
Posted By MrArrow

No, have been riding to try to feel what I need...

No, have been riding to try to feel what I need the most. After finally getting some real commuting in I am glad I went with a singletrack. The environment I ride in really calls for a gravel bike. I...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
08-22-19, 08:44 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,487
Posted By MrArrow

You nailed it. Moderate is correct on intake. For...

You nailed it. Moderate is correct on intake. For me, we didn't get the average american diet on MCRD so as much salt as possible was the answer. For most people moderate sodium intake is the answer....
Forum: Commuting
08-22-19, 03:23 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 10,996
Posted By MrArrow

We got a short and flat 1.5 miles in as a family...

We got a short and flat 1.5 miles in as a family today. A few observations about the bike:

-The 990 has done well in each role I put it in.
-The setup you see bike, helmets, trailer, lock ect...
Forum: Commuting
08-22-19, 03:06 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 10,996
Posted By MrArrow

This Thread is Useless without Pictures

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1500x2000/77ebf424_4fbd_4aa5_b8e3_54d4e2ec37f8_e90f6f87de94cfc6bcd9992b85cde35bab31faaa.jpeg...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
08-22-19, 02:57 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,487
Posted By MrArrow

To improve TODAY you needed to over-hydrate (not...

To improve TODAY you needed to over-hydrate (not too much or else you will have sodium/potassium issues) for three days. The reason I say "Over-Hydrate" is that if you are hydrating properly you will...
Forum: Commuting
08-22-19, 01:02 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 10,996
Posted By MrArrow

In my defense I started riding because I...

In my defense I started riding because I endurance ran until I had two broken legs and kept going. I'll have to get a video of the two hills that tower over my rides. I GPS tracked one and the GPS...
Forum: Commuting
08-22-19, 11:47 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 10,996
Posted By MrArrow

Failure to commute

Sadly, since I got the bike trailer it has been lightning and raining so I can't commute. Put another $20 down the hole of the gas guzzler today. I also hit a physical limitation. There are some...
Forum: Commuting
08-21-19, 09:14 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 10,996
Posted By MrArrow

The worst part is mine do both. I can’t hardly...

The worst part is mine do both. I can’t hardly get them to rotate when I want. Then hit a bump or go power-hard up hill and they shift.

With all the hills around here the most annoying noise you...
Forum: Commuting
08-20-19, 02:35 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 10,996
Posted By MrArrow

-- My grip shifters suck. I assume like the rest...

-- My grip shifters suck. I assume like the rest of the bike they need maintenance. So before I write them off I'm going to go through it and restore it. I've only put about 30 miles on it right now....
Forum: Commuting
08-18-19, 05:11 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 10,996
Posted By MrArrow

I was thinking new shifters, crankset, cassette,...

I was thinking new shifters, crankset, cassette, and brakes before this is done. I plan on repairing and blending the original paint with a technique I've used on other restorations (not bikes). I...
Forum: Introductions
08-18-19, 05:06 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,089
Posted By MrArrow

I lived off Heinke in Miamisburg for several...

I lived off Heinke in Miamisburg for several years. I know a bunch of people from Germantown. Love that area. Tried to buy a house there before I moved. I ended up in Bellbrook.... Where I grew up...
Forum: Commuting
08-18-19, 09:44 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 10,996
Posted By MrArrow

AeroGut I’m in Bellbrook/Sugarcreek Township ...

AeroGut I’m in Bellbrook/Sugarcreek Township

thanks for the advice. Like I said I’m not new to collecting or wrenching but I’m new to cycling so the advice is super helpful.

Gotta start...
Forum: Commuting
08-18-19, 09:21 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 10,996
Posted By MrArrow

Disgusting

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1500x2000/5127f00e_2a43_4027_a7e8_f158874d343a_cbba020b26e0fbc5eddfee9d5e5ca8a34d92677a.jpeg
Forum: Commuting
08-18-19, 09:19 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 10,996
Posted By MrArrow

Despicable

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1500x2000/323a2b6a_af40_4bef_81b5_c5bc079bf171_fc9632a25c1a47672f19fb1f839473fc20a93ee6.jpeg...
Forum: Commuting
08-18-19, 09:18 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 10,996
Posted By MrArrow

Disputable

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1500x2000/f2acc1d0_d508_4b30_a60b_01d6ecba91d1_b803ae4522ba605aceda073f659e05b2a778edcc.jpeg
Forum: Commuting
08-18-19, 09:13 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 10,996
Posted By MrArrow

Reality

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1500x2000/72e061d7_3e43_41a2_a048_1df0aa61fa0e_afff949d0684cffef813bd49d42d1ab19d263004.jpeg...
Forum: Commuting
08-18-19, 08:55 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 10,996
Posted By MrArrow

I worked for years on cars, for my grandfather...

I worked for years on cars, for my grandfather and father contracting, and for 18 months as an advanced facilities guy for an engineering firm (think the office B****** plus HVAC/ building...
Forum: Commuting
08-18-19, 08:49 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 10,996
Posted By MrArrow

Advertised

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1125x727/c25188ec_2843_4e2b_b654_743681ec94ec_8687cd340de236b31c9bc990716e4678c3eabca2.jpeg
Forum: Commuting
08-18-19, 08:47 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 10,996
Posted By MrArrow

I didn’t realize I had to make 10 posts but was...

I didn’t realize I had to make 10 posts but was limited to 5 a day sorry for the photo delay
Forum: Training & Nutrition
08-18-19, 08:28 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 12,713
Posted By MrArrow

Well, the way the military does it is mostly...

Well, the way the military does it is mostly calisthenics and constantly pushing your limits.

An unscientific and possibly unhealthy form of what is basically HIIT and Zone Training. If I were...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-16-19, 09:23 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,436
Posted By MrArrow

Well, ex wives are good at taking moments of joy...

Well, ex wives are good at taking moments of joy away. Thats the true purpose of marriage. To crush that one last thing you had....

:lol:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-16-19, 04:11 PM
Replies: 124
Views: 61,982
Posted By MrArrow

I wondered the same thing. I recently got a 1990...

I wondered the same thing. I recently got a 1990 black w/white splatter 990 and I've been considering what components to change out. I love what the OP did but its too flashy for my use. Mine gets...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-16-19, 12:50 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 19,724
Posted By MrArrow

In my town (in Southern Ohio) we have a ton of...

In my town (in Southern Ohio) we have a ton of cyclists on the road and also have bike pathways. I ride the neighborhoods as much as possible because, despite having cyclists daily, people can't seem...
Forum: Framebuilders
08-16-19, 12:39 PM
Replies: 460
Views: 312,396
Posted By MrArrow

Dang there are some impressive and unique builds...

Dang there are some impressive and unique builds on here
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-15-19, 09:01 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 5,665
Posted By MrArrow

The aldi find is an amazing win on all accounts

The aldi find is an amazing win on all accounts
Forum: Commuting
08-15-19, 11:51 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 10,996
Posted By MrArrow

Actually the Great Lake boarders Ohio and isn’t...

Actually the Great Lake boarders Ohio and isn’t much deeper than Caesars Creek.

Plus you you have to give credit because God made Erie.... the army made Caesars Creek Dam. A pretty impressive...
Forum: Commuting
08-15-19, 01:22 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 10,996
Posted By MrArrow

Plans, Plans, Plans

So I guess I didn't explain why this is in the commuting section. Well you guessed it. The first plan is to commute with the bike:to the store, pulling the kids behind it to the park, to work and to...
Forum: Commuting
08-15-19, 12:53 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 10,996
Posted By MrArrow

The Zip Tie Bike - Trek 990

As a long time lurker I set out to find myself a "Do Everything Bike". After several trials and errors I landed a 1990 Trek 990. That's a whole lot of 9 nine 90 nineties for one mouthful.

What I...
Forum: Introductions
08-15-19, 12:24 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,089
Posted By MrArrow

Southern Ohio - Trek 990

Hello All,

I've been lurking here via google search for some time now so I figured it is time for an introduction. My name is Gregg and I'm from a small town just south of Dayton, OH (Which is the...
Showing results 1 to 32 of 32


 
Forum Jump

Contact Us - Archive - Advertising - Cookie Policy - Privacy Statement - Terms of Service -

Copyright © 2024 MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands. All rights reserved. Use of this site indicates your consent to the Terms of Use.