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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-15-14, 01:47 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 990
Posted By ksmoondoggie

Congratulations on this milestone and happy to...

Congratulations on this milestone and happy to report me and my Mrs. are following your example and will celebrate 32 yours of marriage on July 10th.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-12-14, 08:48 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,140
Posted By ksmoondoggie

You're plans sound good to me. I rode my bike...

You're plans sound good to me. I rode my bike almost everywhere I went when I was a kid. My bike offered me my first real taste of independence and it was also a great source of adventure. ...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-09-14, 09:12 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,911
Posted By ksmoondoggie

I recently suffered an AC shoulder seperation and...

I recently suffered an AC shoulder seperation and I'm currently sidelined. I'll try to provide more feedback after my shoulder doc okays me to ride again but I'm not sure when that will be. Until...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-08-14, 07:59 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,829
Posted By ksmoondoggie

+1 It is wonderful that you want to replace...

+1

It is wonderful that you want to replace your husband's bike and I can understand why you are asking for opinions because there is a lot of experience and knowledge here. We can tell you what...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-07-14, 09:05 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,911
Posted By ksmoondoggie

I understand and appreciate your breathing and...

I understand and appreciate your breathing and safety concerns and you're right I did not address these in my original reply. The handlebars seem wide until you begin adding things (like another set...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-07-14, 08:08 PM
Replies: 150
Views: 12,073
Posted By ksmoondoggie

Lots of good observations and wisdom in this...

Lots of good observations and wisdom in this thread. Lets face it - there are safety concerns whether riding on the road or on paths. Most people consider me to be safety conscious. Yet in my...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-07-14, 03:59 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,097
Posted By ksmoondoggie

Exit stage left… do not walk, run to the nearest...

Exit stage left… do not walk, run to the nearest exit! Probably not the advice you were looking for or want to hear. However, as previously said we don't know everything about the situation and in...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-07-14, 03:28 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,911
Posted By ksmoondoggie

… and yes, I am prepared to be teased about the...

… and yes, I am prepared to be teased about the unorthodox arrangement by other cyclists.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-07-14, 03:27 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,911
Posted By ksmoondoggie

Actually, I tried them the other way (facing in...

Actually, I tried them the other way (facing in instead of out) first, but I like the way they feel better this way. This may not be the case for others.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-07-14, 03:13 PM
Replies: 150
Views: 12,073
Posted By ksmoondoggie

I began riding mainly bike / walking paths after...

I began riding mainly bike / walking paths after some bad experiences with automobiles on the road and I initially thought they were safer… However, I may need to reconsider as I am currently...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-07-14, 02:12 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,911
Posted By ksmoondoggie

I have been experimenting with bar ends again...

I have been experimenting with bar ends again recently. More hand positions on longer rides is desireable to me as well. FYI - I previously added bar ends in the traditional location which have...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-06-14, 06:33 PM
Replies: 5,349
Views: 848,759
Posted By ksmoondoggie

Thanks for all the spectacular photos! Just...

Thanks for all the spectacular photos! Just curious what kind of cameras everyone is packing in their saddle bags?
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-27-14, 07:27 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,731
Posted By ksmoondoggie

Congratulations on the purchase of your new...

Congratulations on the purchase of your new Schwalbe Marathon Supreme tires. I am still considering these tires and glad they are what you wanted. Your initial impressions / feedback is also...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-26-14, 07:19 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,731
Posted By ksmoondoggie

I am also looking to upgrade tires (currently...

I am also looking to upgrade tires (currently Brotrager Satellite Elite Hardcase 700x32) on my hybrid and I have been considering many of the quality tires previously mentioned in 700x28 size. I...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-09-14, 08:02 PM
Replies: 5,349
Views: 848,759
Posted By ksmoondoggie

Stopped briefly to enjoy the view and take a pic...

Stopped briefly to enjoy the view and take a pic on my regular lake ride today.

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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-09-14, 07:20 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 8,069
Posted By ksmoondoggie

I have a relatively inexpensive version of this...

I have a relatively inexpensive version of this style pedal on my hybrid and really like it. I ride clipless on my fitness rides and ride on the platform side when wearing my Keen sandals on shorter...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-03-14, 08:55 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 10,051
Posted By ksmoondoggie

Yes, this is the another style made of carbon...

Yes, this is the another style made of carbon mentioned by dynaryder.
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Satellite Elite Carbon Trekking...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-03-14, 12:00 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,288
Posted By ksmoondoggie

Congrats and good call on the tune-up at your...

Congrats and good call on the tune-up at your LBS! I hope you enjoy it as much as I do mine. (+1 on pictures request)
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-02-14, 11:53 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 10,051
Posted By ksmoondoggie

This looks like a Bontrager Satellite Plus...

This looks like a Bontrager Satellite Plus Trekking bar which Trek used on some of their hybrids. (This style of bar also created interest for some MTB owners)

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Kalloy also used to make...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-01-14, 07:35 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,288
Posted By ksmoondoggie

Sounds like a good deal to me - even if you had...

Sounds like a good deal to me - even if you had to pay full price ($200) for it. If you are unsure of the condition ask the seller for permission to take it to your local bike shop to have it...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-01-14, 09:46 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 13,589
Posted By ksmoondoggie

I'm intrigued by these bars and I bet they will...

I'm intrigued by these bars and I bet they will look and feel great on your 7.7 FX Fudgeurpizzy. I ride a 7.3 FX and have been considering replacing my factory bar (with bar end mods) with a...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-30-14, 11:25 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 5,827
Posted By ksmoondoggie

I am not familiar with the Merida Speeders but I...

I am not familiar with the Merida Speeders but I have a Trek 7.3 FX and really like it. There are a lot of fans/owners of the Trek 7.x FX bikes. The Merida Speeders appear to be nice hybrids too...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-30-14, 10:17 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,288
Posted By ksmoondoggie

I cannot recommend one bike over the other but I...

I cannot recommend one bike over the other but I have a Trek 7.3 FX and really like it. At the time I bought my bike the drive train and components on the 7.3 were slightly better (or upgraded) when...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-30-14, 08:56 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,442
Posted By ksmoondoggie

I have to admit I haven't always paid attention...

I have to admit I haven't always paid attention to my cadence. When I first purchased my bike I bought an inexpensive computer to track speed and mileage but it did not have cadence capability. I...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-29-14, 07:24 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 17,282
Posted By ksmoondoggie

I have 32s on my hybrid currently and haven't...

I have 32s on my hybrid currently and haven't experienced any stability issues but I ride mostly paved paths. I am also currently considering upgrading my tires soon and will likely go to even...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-29-14, 06:49 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,442
Posted By ksmoondoggie

Cadence & Distance on Fitness Rides?

Back in the saddle after letting work and life get in the way of riding and want to improve my wind and legs. Interested in how often you ride, how far you go and how fast you spin on your "fitness"...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-29-14, 05:06 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,705
Posted By ksmoondoggie

Wow - the side by side comparison really shows...

Wow - the side by side comparison really shows what you were telling me earlier about the Contis running small and the Michelins running big for their respective stated sizes… The Michelins appear...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-29-14, 03:35 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,713
Posted By ksmoondoggie

I looked at the MTB shorts and liked them but...

I looked at the MTB shorts and liked them but ended up getting regular bike shorts and I wear another pair of light, looser fitting shorts over them… which tends to produce a similar result to the...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-29-14, 03:22 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,705
Posted By ksmoondoggie

Thanks for the additional information. I may...

Thanks for the additional information. I may need to put the Michelin Pro4 SC back on the short list of contenders. How about the tread (or lack thereof on them)… they look pretty smooth compared...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-29-14, 12:35 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,705
Posted By ksmoondoggie

My Trek came with 700x32 Satellite Hardcase. I...

My Trek came with 700x32 Satellite Hardcase. I do not know the specs on these Bontrager tires but suspect it is not the among the light or speedy. However, I cannot complain about the wear or...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-29-14, 10:51 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,705
Posted By ksmoondoggie

I'm 160. FYI - I currently have the stock flat...

I'm 160. FYI - I currently have the stock flat bar but I am considering a trekking bar for additional positions and hand comfort.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-29-14, 08:06 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,705
Posted By ksmoondoggie

They sound like they might be just what I am...

They sound like they might be just what I am looking for. Nice to get the feedback, especially from those with not only experience but similar bikes. What tires did you run before these? Also,...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-28-14, 11:27 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,610
Posted By ksmoondoggie

I don't have any experience to share but I am...

I don't have any experience to share but I am considering a trekking bar for my hybrid and watched the the JJ H-bar video and was somewhat intrigued. I like the idea of having more hand positions...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-28-14, 10:42 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,705
Posted By ksmoondoggie

Thanks for the reply and congrats on the new road...

Thanks for the reply and congrats on the new road bike. If you lived a little closer you could pass me. :)
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-28-14, 10:32 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,713
Posted By ksmoondoggie

Congrats on your new ride and welcome back to...

Congrats on your new ride and welcome back to biking! I can tell you have good taste as I also ride a black Trek (7.3 FX). :thumb: As previously stated "they are popular for a reason". I really...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-28-14, 09:58 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,705
Posted By ksmoondoggie

I realize this is an old tread, but I am...

I realize this is an old tread, but I am considering upgrading tires also and was wondering what size you chose and how you like the Cont GP4s now that you've had them awhile? I have a Trek 7.3 FX...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-20-08, 09:09 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,146
Posted By ksmoondoggie

I also own an '07 7.3 FX and I really like it. I...

I also own an '07 7.3 FX and I really like it. I chose it over the 7.2 because I didn't like the comfort seat and seat post on the 7.2 and the 7.3 also had better components.

I just looked at the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-19-08, 09:46 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 694
Posted By ksmoondoggie

I have a Trek 7.3 FX and love it. It is my first...

I have a Trek 7.3 FX and love it. It is my first bike (since I was a kid) and I choose it over the 7.2 because it had slightly better components out of the gate. I also wanted to keep the price in...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-19-08, 08:26 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,441
Posted By ksmoondoggie

I guess you need to decide what kind of riding...

I guess you need to decide what kind of riding you want to do. I started out looking at comfort bikes and ended up buying a fitness hybrid. I have only been riding a little over a year but for me...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-16-08, 08:04 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,177
Posted By ksmoondoggie

I didn't have the right allen wrench (3mm) to...

I didn't have the right allen wrench (3mm) to adjust the tension so after a trip to a hardware store I got a late start tonight. Set the tension to low and practiced clipping in and unclipping while...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-15-08, 09:38 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,177
Posted By ksmoondoggie

Thanks for the cleat advice Al and Yen. I...

Thanks for the cleat advice Al and Yen. I appreciate you both sharing your experiences with me! I attached the 56's and installed the new pedals tonight. Hope to practice unclipping tomorrow and...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-13-08, 09:36 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,177
Posted By ksmoondoggie

I have been riding for about a year and recently...

I have been riding for about a year and recently decided to go clipless. I have a hybrid fitness bike and I just bought some Specialized BG Sport MTB shoes...
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