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Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-28-06, 11:03 PM
Replies: 245
Views: 12,282
Posted By Inverted

Today I read the news in the paper, and almost...

Today I read the news in the paper, and almost wet myself laughing when I read the specifics. My situation, in the testing-sense, is almost identical, albeit with different circumstances, to Floyd's....
Forum: Road Cycling
12-03-05, 01:35 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 3,599
Posted By Inverted

cliffs

cliffs
Forum: Road Cycling
12-02-05, 05:22 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 3,599
Posted By Inverted

Squirrels.

Squirrels.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-29-05, 07:02 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,123
Posted By Inverted

What are the areo effects, in regards to the...

What are the areo effects, in regards to the speed with which you can bring it to your mouth? I am thinking practically here.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-25-05, 10:12 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 16,183
Posted By Inverted

In Michael Barry's book Inside the Postal Bus, he...

In Michael Barry's book Inside the Postal Bus, he said they used Clif shots. Then again, this was a few years ago and things may have changed. But if it's good enough for USPS/Disco.....
Forum: Road Cycling
11-25-05, 09:25 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 825
Posted By Inverted

And he knew FAR too much. "Jay has always thought...

And he knew FAR too much. "Jay has always thought of himself as a porn star"....yeah, that is most definately him.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-25-05, 06:03 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 849
Posted By Inverted

TANSTAAFL Words to live by, my friend, words...

TANSTAAFL

Words to live by, my friend, words to live by.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-25-05, 04:11 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 4,601
Posted By Inverted

I nominate anyone who realizes that biking is...

I nominate anyone who realizes that biking is just a sport and dressing the part is just a hobby, because life becomes so much more funny when you are on the outside looking in.

Also I un-nominate...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-23-05, 08:05 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,438
Posted By Inverted

I've had a few close calls with squirrels- one in...

I've had a few close calls with squirrels- one in particular on a 35 mph downhill that slicked my chamois- but never hit any.

Nailed a frog once, though. It made a sound and I do not think it...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-23-05, 12:09 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 1,989
Posted By Inverted

I ride because I enjoy being in shape. I enjoy...

I ride because I enjoy being in shape. I enjoy feeling healthy- eating more, sleeping longer, and living better. Since I started cycling, I've actually managed to put on 10 lbs, which at 6' and 137...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-23-05, 11:48 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,895
Posted By Inverted

I think the weight weenie thing is awsome. ...

I think the weight weenie thing is awsome.

For all but a select few, biking is simply a hobby. We do not make money off it, and our only repayment comes in the form of personal enjoyment. Yet for...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-22-05, 12:05 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,334
Posted By Inverted

That thing doesn't look comfortable. Not a big...

That thing doesn't look comfortable. Not a big fan of the downtube shifters, either.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-22-05, 12:49 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,996
Posted By Inverted

Drop the bike. Buy a moped. But don't tell...

Drop the bike. Buy a moped.

But don't tell your friends.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-21-05, 11:16 PM
Replies: 144
Views: 9,982
Posted By Inverted

Risk vs. reward. To me, NFL players are the...

Risk vs. reward.

To me, NFL players are the epitome of crazy. But football is what they love, and they will sacrifice anything to play- even if that means completely ignoring the concept of...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-21-05, 11:13 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,979
Posted By Inverted

I believe you completely missed the point. ...

I believe you completely missed the point.

That guy was riding AT NIGHT with absolutely NO ILLUMINATION OR REFLECTORS WHATSOEVER. The fact that he was not wearing a helmet was simply icing on the...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-21-05, 05:02 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 5,414
Posted By Inverted

Who was that with the TT bike? And why did he...

Who was that with the TT bike? And why did he bring it on a group ride?
Forum: Road Cycling
11-20-05, 02:22 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,906
Posted By Inverted

You mean you didn't get the latest memo from the...

You mean you didn't get the latest memo from the UCI?!? They have officially added safety features- to go along with doping, blood transfusions, etc.- to their list of banned practices.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-20-05, 01:02 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 4,251
Posted By Inverted

I'm sure I'll get a pair of bibs eventually, but...

I'm sure I'll get a pair of bibs eventually, but so far I have had zero issues with shorts. Maybe it's due to my build, but I can't even tell I'm wearing them on a longer ride.

Only discomfort I...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-20-05, 12:56 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,979
Posted By Inverted

+1 :)

+1 :)
Forum: Road Cycling
11-20-05, 11:52 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,979
Posted By Inverted

It's that love-hate relationship with WalMart. It...

It's that love-hate relationship with WalMart. It is only about a mile and a half up the road, and I feel like lesser of a man for shopping there. Unfortunately, I am not so egotistical as to pass up...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-20-05, 11:43 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,979
Posted By Inverted

Yes, we have all taken biology. But for the sake...

Yes, we have all taken biology. But for the sake of the application in this thread- that is, the naming of potential candidates for self-removal from the gene pool- that definition will do.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-20-05, 10:38 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,097
Posted By Inverted

Full-finger gloves = more square footage for...

Full-finger gloves = more square footage for nasal runoff
Forum: Road Cycling
11-20-05, 10:36 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,979
Posted By Inverted

the Roadie Darwin Awards

Charles Darwin, as most of you know (see "nominees" for those who don't), is credited with the theory of evolution. Specifically, the concept of "survival of the fittest." The idiots kill themselves...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-19-05, 05:35 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,079
Posted By Inverted

Yeah, that "don't fall" instruction made me...

Yeah, that "don't fall" instruction made me laugh. I am one of the most clumsy, uncoordinated people you will ever meet. The idea of adding two wheels, high speeds, and clipless pedals to the...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-19-05, 01:54 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,079
Posted By Inverted

I have the exact same thing. Except I'm 17 years...

I have the exact same thing. Except I'm 17 years old.

A bone density was done after I got a stress fracture in my back from running, and they told my my bone density was right on that...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-18-05, 05:08 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,064
Posted By Inverted

I have expertise on the toilet.....

I have expertise on the toilet.....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-18-05, 05:01 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 680
Posted By Inverted

I am too lazy to read that entire article, but...

I am too lazy to read that entire article, but based upon the title alone, here is my comment/summary.

You get an addiction because your body releases a certain type of 'happy hormone' whenever...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-16-05, 10:21 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,445
Posted By Inverted

Uhm...what are everyone's superstitions regarding...

Uhm...what are everyone's superstitions regarding keeping a road rash kit on hand?

I think it may be a bad omen, because..... I just realized that in my bathroom I have enough inventory...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-16-05, 07:21 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 943
Posted By Inverted

I'm thinking of a similar setup for my next bike....

I'm thinking of a similar setup for my next bike. Not a big fan of black bikes, though.

Let us know how it turns out!
Forum: Road Cycling
11-16-05, 06:58 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,054
Posted By Inverted

Patience is a virtue, my friend. 'Tis what I'm...

Patience is a virtue, my friend. 'Tis what I'm doing.

Also I make sure to mention I will be buying in a few months, whenever I stop by. Primeing the pump....or something like that.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-16-05, 06:50 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,445
Posted By Inverted

The only really bad crash I've had came two years...

The only really bad crash I've had came two years ago and involved slick roads, a driveway (comming from the street), and too shallow an angle going at the bump.

I've broken more bones than I'd...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
11-14-05, 09:16 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 563
Posted By Inverted

Never accept that you'll be anything less than a...

Never accept that you'll be anything less than a three.

I know it sounds stupid, but it's the truth. Never accept failure to reach your goal. Work will only take up as much of your free time as...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-14-05, 07:35 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 343
Posted By Inverted

You have ever bought an inferior tire, bike,...

You have ever bought an inferior tire, bike, helmet, jersey, bib, shoe, wheel set, or bar tape for the sole purpose of matching it to your current theme.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-14-05, 07:23 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 343
Posted By Inverted

You might be OCP if.......

You carry a Starbucks card in your saddle bag.

You have ever tried to wear an all-yellow outfit in public, that does not involve your cycling clothes.


Let's see what y'all come up with......
Forum: Road Cycling
11-14-05, 06:31 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 455
Posted By Inverted

http://www.roadstoroam.net/images/sign_steep_hill....

http://www.roadstoroam.net/images/sign_steep_hill.jpg

A road sign like that, but instead of a truck, use the bike from this:

http://www.getfreshpix.com/Photos/AS89/ALe8IN85ZB2368T.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
11-14-05, 06:06 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 4,114
Posted By Inverted

http://www.defeet.com/images/dtourjersey/240dtourj...

http://www.defeet.com/images/dtourjersey/240dtourjersey_grey.jpg

Oh so comfortable.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-14-05, 05:33 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 878
Posted By Inverted

I believe one of Lance's first 'serious' bikes...

I believe one of Lance's first 'serious' bikes was a Raleigh.

If it matters.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-14-05, 04:05 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,338
Posted By Inverted

Give me both. Gusts from the side are a bit...

Give me both.

Gusts from the side are a bit annoying- I've literally been blown across an entire lane, and am thankful no cars were near- but it's better than nothing at all. Keeps the rides...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-14-05, 01:35 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 2,556
Posted By Inverted

I actually like riding in traffic. It's a...

I actually like riding in traffic. It's a challenge.

Hardest part for me is building the muscle strength. I've always been a distance runner, so endurance isn't an issue, but I've never had to use...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-14-05, 01:15 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 435
Posted By Inverted

Someone tell me this is a joke.....

Someone tell me this is a joke.....
Forum: Road Cycling
11-14-05, 01:06 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 10,096
Posted By Inverted

Look at the success rate of golfers vs. bikers...

Look at the success rate of golfers vs. bikers over, say, a year.

I am willing to bet there are SIGNIFICANTLY more people who go buy a set of clubs, hit the driving range a few times, get...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-14-05, 12:59 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 578
Posted By Inverted

Well the first time, when I bought it, was my...

Well the first time, when I bought it, was my first time on any bike in two years, and first ever on a road bike. I had no clue what it should feel like, which possition I prefered to ride in, or...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-14-05, 12:09 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 578
Posted By Inverted

So today I finally had enough with the regional...

So today I finally had enough with the regional discomfort on my rides, and decided to go pick up a new seat. Unfortunately, my bike shop is anything but local, and requires a 30 minute drive if...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
11-13-05, 11:27 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,073
Posted By Inverted

His glove tan is the wrong way. Darker on the...

His glove tan is the wrong way. Darker on the arms and lighter on the hands.

Someone already caught the jersey (short sleeve) and bibs.

And also, if you want to be picky about it, it does not...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-13-05, 09:47 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,353
Posted By Inverted

My two front teeth. Damn truck......

My two front teeth. Damn truck......
Forum: Road Cycling
11-13-05, 09:40 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,353
Posted By Inverted

A job. Actually, I hope on trading in the...

A job.

Actually, I hope on trading in the Trek 1000 for a new bike. But in order to do that, I need some extra cash. Over my 3-week holiday, working longer hours, I can bring in about $400 in...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-13-05, 01:06 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 7,626
Posted By Inverted

Get a mirror. I recommend a helmet mirror. Yes,...

Get a mirror. I recommend a helmet mirror. Yes, it looks incredibly stupid and automatically puts you in the 'inexperienced rook' category. Yes, other bikers will generally think less of you upon...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-13-05, 01:01 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 7,626
Posted By Inverted

Before selling your stolen bike on ebay, make...

Before selling your stolen bike on ebay, make sure to turn the handlebars to a rediculous and, if at all possible, anatomically impossible angle. This will earn you at least +15 seller points.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-12-05, 11:06 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 7,626
Posted By Inverted

I wear a helmet. That makes life MUCH easier.

I wear a helmet. That makes life MUCH easier.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-12-05, 11:03 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,057
Posted By Inverted

For some reason, I tend to find the clip faster...

For some reason, I tend to find the clip faster and easier when I am not looking down. When I look down, I not only take my eyes off the road ahead of me (impending disaster), but also tend to spend...
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