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Forum: Mountain Biking
05-21-17, 07:16 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,732
Posted By MarioT

Watching the uncut version you can see that it...

Watching the uncut version you can see that it does keep looping so yeah, I think they figured he could be a bit farther down the trail, so they stopped and waited.
They finally head down, but holy...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-17, 06:14 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 12,456
Posted By MarioT

Specialized Romin EVO Expert ...

Specialized Romin EVO Expert

http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk179/Hanurinon/saddle-side_zpsgczazoph.jpg (http://s280.photobucket.com/user/Hanurinon/media/saddle-side_zpsgczazoph.jpg.html)
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-18-17, 08:06 PM
Replies: 5,344
Views: 845,225
Posted By MarioT

There is a really pretty little church next to...

There is a really pretty little church next to the mountain bike trails in Vermont (Kingdom Trails network). I thought it was a nice photo op. lol
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-18-17, 06:58 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,840
Posted By MarioT

I use a roof rack and it's never been a problem....

I use a roof rack and it's never been a problem. As others have said, there's aluminum reinforcement, so it's fine. I also think it's the best looking way to carry a bike. lol
Road bikes are light...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-14-17, 11:50 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,603
Posted By MarioT

I try to stay positive. I'm thinking the...

I try to stay positive. I'm thinking the lightning would hit the bear instead of me, so...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-14-17, 11:21 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,603
Posted By MarioT

If you like singletrack, you owe it to yourself...

If you like singletrack, you owe it to yourself to plan a trip to Kingdom Trails in East Burke, VT.
It's an amazing place. I actually got my season pass yesterday even though I need to cross a...
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-14-17, 10:14 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,939
Posted By MarioT

That tire should fit. I ran 2.1" mountain tires...

That tire should fit. I ran 2.1" mountain tires on my Trek 8000, and had 1.25" semi-slicks for bike paths, with no problems. Once you run narrower semi-slicks, you'll never want to go back to wider...
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-14-17, 08:33 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,939
Posted By MarioT

I don't see a question in there. There are many...

I don't see a question in there. There are many tires available in that size range that will make your commutes more agreeable. Maybe look for something that has some sort of flat protection.
Edit:...
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-14-17, 07:21 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,192
Posted By MarioT

You'll really like it an never go back. The lower...

You'll really like it an never go back. The lower tire pressure is great for climbs with roots and such, as well as berms.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-13-17, 06:47 PM
Replies: 510
Views: 148,004
Posted By MarioT

I thought this was quite the angle! GoPRO...

I thought this was quite the angle! GoPRO screenshot as I was going over a drop on my mountain bike. It's still technically a "behind the bars" photo... just WAY behind the bars. lol.
...
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-03-17, 05:53 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 8,290
Posted By MarioT

This one with the 80mm travel size would work...

This one with the 80mm travel size would work well I think.

https://www.sram.com/rockshox/products/xc-28-tk-0
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-25-17, 04:28 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,057
Posted By MarioT

I realize you mentioned riding from home, but if...

I realize you mentioned riding from home, but if you enjoy MTB'ing at all, you owe it to yourself to head to Kingdom Trails, East Burke, Vermont.
Awesome trails for all skill levels.
They are...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-23-17, 02:56 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 576
Posted By MarioT

+1

+1
Forum: Road Cycling
04-23-17, 02:39 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,753
Posted By MarioT

Sounds like a question you might wan't to ask...

Sounds like a question you might wan't to ask Shimano tech support. At least that's where I'd go first.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-23-17, 02:14 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 8,570
Posted By MarioT

Bike... 20 cents per hour Movies... $11/hour,...

Bike... 20 cents per hour
Movies... $11/hour, for a 2 hour movie

So if I stop going to movies, I now have $110,000 ($11 x 10,000) for bike purchases!!!
Forum: Road Cycling
04-23-17, 12:08 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,225
Posted By MarioT

72 kms on a nice if somewhat chilly morning ride....

72 kms on a nice if somewhat chilly morning ride.

http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk179/Hanurinon/8xDuJKWNs2ixFOnxte28cQlBzLZnttGTzcRUlupECqI-768x432_zpshpkxotjs.jpg...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-23-17, 12:01 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,395
Posted By MarioT

WTF is wrong with people? You go down badly and...

WTF is wrong with people? You go down badly and die, he/she is up for manslaughter. WTF??

I once had a car turn right in front of me, and fortunately I was also turning, but he didn't know that,...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-23-17, 10:55 AM
Replies: 112
Views: 21,466
Posted By MarioT

I was told it's about 5 years, depending on how...

I was told it's about 5 years, depending on how much you ride. The biggest factor (if not the ONLY factor) is how much exposure to the sun's rays it gets. I've never changed it after only 5 years,...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-23-17, 04:48 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,138
Posted By MarioT

Maybe try a wax-based lube for the drivetrain?...

Maybe try a wax-based lube for the drivetrain? Something that doesn't attract the dust.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-23-17, 04:04 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 8,570
Posted By MarioT

If you aren't someone who wants change for...

If you aren't someone who wants change for change's sake, and cycle near your house, it's a relatively inexpensive hobby after all initial purchases are made.
I have a road bike and after work I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-19-17, 06:32 PM
Replies: 176
Views: 14,227
Posted By MarioT

"Honey, I talked about how you reacted to this on...

"Honey, I talked about how you reacted to this on the Bike Forum and they said... Honey?... Honey?"
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-18-17, 03:01 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,360
Posted By MarioT

Given you will be starting your 51st year on...

Given you will be starting your 51st year on Earth in 4 weeks, I say yes.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-17-17, 07:11 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 21,466
Posted By MarioT

Others have mentioned buying the Propero II, and...

Others have mentioned buying the Propero II, and I also bought one.
Bike Radar review, almost as good as Prevail at less than half the price, and a 4.5/5 rating.

Specialized Propero II helmet...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-17-17, 10:19 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,806
Posted By MarioT

I got the Rhino roof-mounted rack. I find it...

I got the Rhino roof-mounted rack. I find it looks sleeker than other brands. I'm very happy with it.

http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk179/Hanurinon/Rhino%20front-side%20small_zpsjr9l2mbj.jpg...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-16-17, 07:21 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 7,937
Posted By MarioT

Have you looked for padded shorts that the pad is...

Have you looked for padded shorts that the pad is made of another material?
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-16-17, 07:18 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,487
Posted By MarioT

Looking at Trek's bike archives, that is a nice...

Looking at Trek's bike archives, that is a nice bike that shouldn't need any upgrading either. All good parts.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-16-17, 06:47 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,747
Posted By MarioT

There are literally dozens if not hundreds of...

There are literally dozens if not hundreds of videos on Youtube on how to properly maintain your bicycle drivetrain. Take proper care of the components by cleaning and oiling/greasing them on a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-16-17, 03:12 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,310
Posted By MarioT

Lots of options out there for semi-slick tires...

Lots of options out there for semi-slick tires that will really help you pedal with much less resistance vs a traditional mountain bike tire.
You mentioned Amazon, so...
...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-16-17, 01:32 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,310
Posted By MarioT

There are nice options now for endurance type...

There are nice options now for endurance type bikes. The Roubaix as mentioned is a good option. If you look to the Trek family, then the Domane has great reviews as well.
Forum: Touring
04-16-17, 08:19 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,455
Posted By MarioT

Quite the challenge! Good luck!! I've never...

Quite the challenge! Good luck!!

I've never done it, but like others have mentioned, West to East seems to be the way to go. Trek Travel does it that way as well, in a scheduled 42 days....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-16-17, 07:14 AM
Replies: 126
Views: 11,578
Posted By MarioT

+1 I own 3 bikes, all of them are Treks. I...

+1

I own 3 bikes, all of them are Treks. I bought my first one in 1999 from that shop and have gone there ever since for new bikes, service, advice, etc.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-16-17, 06:31 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 5,676
Posted By MarioT

The technical challenges in the woods makes it...

The technical challenges in the woods makes it much more "fun" than riding a road bike. Yes, I look forward to a nice day after work for riding my road bike. However, I look forward to mountain...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-16-17, 06:17 AM
Replies: 126
Views: 11,578
Posted By MarioT

As mentioned, the suspension fork on sub $1000 is...

As mentioned, the suspension fork on sub $1000 is pretty much just added weight and they need to use cheaper components elsewhere to pay for the fork. A fork on a sub $500 bike is not going to be a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-16-17, 06:01 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 687
Posted By MarioT

+1 Upgrading components before barely trying...

+1
Upgrading components before barely trying out the original ones means you'll never know if the expense was worth it. For example, the original tires on my bike gave me no confidence in corners...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-16-17, 04:53 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,555
Posted By MarioT

Metric Century for the win! Congrats!!

Metric Century for the win! Congrats!!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-15-17, 05:26 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 687
Posted By MarioT

Best thing to improve ride and lower weight is a...

Best thing to improve ride and lower weight is a higher end wheel set.
If that's not in the budget right now, higher quality tires.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-15-17, 03:46 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,086
Posted By MarioT

62 km new loop this morning. Very...

62 km new loop this morning. Very challenging/rewarding with lots of climbs and descents. Some parts next to lakes and rivers.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-14-17, 03:18 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,633
Posted By MarioT

Using Specialized's measuring method many years...

Using Specialized's measuring method many years ago help me keep riding. I had bought a "nice looking" too narrow saddle years earlier and was about ready to give up biking due to sore lower back.
I...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-11-17, 06:48 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,924
Posted By MarioT

Huge difference between young adulthood and older...

Huge difference between young adulthood and older adulthood is that you go from asking yourself, "Why would anything go wrong?" to "What happens if it goes wrong?"
I ride mountain bike trails near...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-11-17, 10:25 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,487
Posted By MarioT

Do you have a local bike shop that sells MTN...

Do you have a local bike shop that sells MTN bikes where you feel you could trust the owner? I ask because in my case I found a small bike shop that stood out because the owner was incredible in his...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-11-17, 10:10 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 13,034
Posted By MarioT

This Specialized. I forget the name of it off...

This Specialized. I forget the name of it off hand, but it has proven very comfortable even for a century. The rest of my body is sore before my butt is.
...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-10-17, 07:12 PM
Replies: 27,134
Views: 3,122,546
Posted By MarioT

After work ride. 39 kms. Tougher than I was...

After work ride. 39 kms. Tougher than I was expecting due to windy conditions and the fact that I was up at 4:15 am to go to work.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-10-17, 06:49 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,655
Posted By MarioT

Be sure to research how wide a tire you can put...

Be sure to research how wide a tire you can put on your rims before going to 28mm. For example, my Campagnolo Scirocco 35mm wheels recommend a tire width of 23-25mm.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-09-17, 05:21 PM
Replies: 331
Views: 35,538
Posted By MarioT

Pet peeve... drivers not giving you space when...

Pet peeve... drivers not giving you space when you are riding. A few times today cars could have moved a bit into the other lane since there were no cars oncoming and yet chose not to, even though...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-09-17, 04:55 PM
Replies: 27,134
Views: 3,122,546
Posted By MarioT

46 kms on the road bike. If the weather holds...

46 kms on the road bike. If the weather holds tomorrow, I'll be going again after work.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-04-17, 06:22 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,149
Posted By MarioT

The off season here is long (I don't ride in the...

The off season here is long (I don't ride in the Winter) and it can indeed get expensive when I can't ride. Last year I bought a Campy Scirocco 35mm wheelset for my road bike.
This year I converted...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-04-17, 05:18 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,722
Posted By MarioT

Hardtail or full suspension? Those are all good...

Hardtail or full suspension?
Those are all good brands you mentioned.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-04-17, 05:07 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 5,676
Posted By MarioT

I have a road bike that I ride after work and...

I have a road bike that I ride after work and some weekends to stay fit (hilly roads where I live) and a mountain bike that I ride as often as possible on weekends. Mountain biking is my passion. I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-03-17, 08:22 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 12,465
Posted By MarioT

+1. I run between 188 and 196 lbs and have...

+1.

I run between 188 and 196 lbs and have the Scirocco 35s on my road bike with no issues, and we have pretty bad roads around here. They're great!

I run 28 spoke wheels on my mountain bike...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-01-17, 11:35 AM
Replies: 741
Views: 102,677
Posted By MarioT

That right there shows how everyone is different....

That right there shows how everyone is different. Someone can justify spending $25K on a couch(actually, $50K on two of them), yet not on spending $7K on a bike.
For me, I would spend the $7K on the...
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