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Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
05-28-08, 02:56 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,097
Posted By HoosierBiker

Too many gel packs...a giant goblet of...

Too many gel packs...a giant goblet of Pepto-Bismol hits the spot.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-13-08, 08:06 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,319
Posted By HoosierBiker

I broke by fibula a few years ago when I was...

I broke by fibula a few years ago when I was kicked in the back of the leg during a soccer game. After rolling on the ground for a few minutes (required for any soccer foul ;)) and limping off the...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-08-08, 11:33 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 3,735
Posted By HoosierBiker

Bobby Julich’s wacked-out chain rings are...

Bobby Julich’s wacked-out chain rings are breaking the rule about storing energy. Energy is stored in the chain-tensioning spring of the derailleur during the high-output part of the pedal stroke...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
04-30-08, 10:39 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,985
Posted By HoosierBiker

Looking Good, Dave Z.! 70574

Looking Good, Dave Z.!

70574
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
02-27-08, 11:18 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,002
Posted By HoosierBiker

I have worn a Polish national team jersey in a...

I have worn a Polish national team jersey in a Cat 4-5 race, and no I didn’t wear the red shorts ;). I don’t think anyone assumed I was on break from the national team to enter a local Midwestern...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-13-08, 08:03 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,475
Posted By HoosierBiker

I rode Looks for years and converted to Zero's. ...

I rode Looks for years and converted to Zero's. I would replace my Look cleats twice a year or so when the creaking got too bad. Lube would only help so much. The Zero's have been great and I LOVE...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-19-07, 10:19 AM
Replies: 212
Views: 12,663
Posted By HoosierBiker

Bah...too hard to find carbon-soled sneakers for...

Bah...too hard to find carbon-soled sneakers for the"MKS sneaker pedal.";)
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
07-16-07, 01:44 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,793
Posted By HoosierBiker

HA! Bicycle of France for Make Benefit...

HA!

Bicycle of France for Make Benefit Glorious Nation of Kazakhstan
Forum: Road Cycling
06-05-07, 01:03 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 494
Posted By HoosierBiker

I use this ...

I use this
http://www.xterraparts.com/html/RAW-2.html

It is a very solid and simple design. However, the RockyMounts Noose is cheaper. There are some non-fork-mount options but I like the solid...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
04-13-07, 01:50 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,022
Posted By HoosierBiker

That’s bike racing! I like fancy high-tech gear...

That’s bike racing! I like fancy high-tech gear as much as anybody, but racing is snot on your gloves, salt on your face, lactic acid everywhere, and hurt on top of pain. Very cool series of photos.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-09-07, 07:27 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 943
Posted By HoosierBiker

Don't forget to leave enough mat behind the...

Don't forget to leave enough mat behind the rollers so that if you rock off the back your tire will hit the mat and not the floor. I am much more likely to go off the back than the front if I get...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-31-07, 08:41 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,789
Posted By HoosierBiker

The Discovery web site failed to mention Baso...

The Discovery web site failed to mention Baso jamming a frame pump into the poor guy’s front wheel. I’ve seen “Breaking Away.” I know how those Italians role. ;)
Forum: Road Cycling
11-03-06, 09:25 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,313
Posted By HoosierBiker

They look the same, but if I remember correctly...

They look the same, but if I remember correctly the Nashbar does not fold and the Performance does.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-03-06, 08:32 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,313
Posted By HoosierBiker

+1 I have the same alloy rollers and used them...

+1 I have the same alloy rollers and used them last winter. Very good bang for the buck. The drums are nice and round, which is key. Riding on out of round PVC rollers sucks!
Forum: Road Cycling
10-24-06, 02:51 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,299
Posted By HoosierBiker

Moderator, please move thread to “Insurgency &...

Moderator, please move thread to “Insurgency & Safety” forum ;)
Forum: Road Cycling
08-17-06, 07:45 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,353
Posted By HoosierBiker

+1 I got "The Nob" because my 8-yr old computer...

+1 I got "The Nob" because my 8-yr old computer wouldn't fit on my newer larger diameter bars without putting it way off center where I would rather put my hand. My computer is now on the nob,...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-02-06, 11:41 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,501
Posted By HoosierBiker

Speaking of over-under...should the jock go over...

Speaking of over-under...should the jock go over or under my bibs?;)
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-20-06, 09:07 AM
Replies: 730
Views: 36,053
Posted By HoosierBiker

This is going to make for a wild TT on Saturday!

This is going to make for a wild TT on Saturday!
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-20-06, 08:54 AM
Replies: 730
Views: 36,053
Posted By HoosierBiker

eurosport.com for audio, if you don't already...

eurosport.com for audio, if you don't already know.

I'm so pumped!
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-20-06, 08:44 AM
Replies: 730
Views: 36,053
Posted By HoosierBiker

Floyd, bringing the black buggy of pain (with the...

Floyd, bringing the black buggy of pain (with the orange triangle on the back)!
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-19-06, 10:25 AM
Replies: 238
Views: 13,348
Posted By HoosierBiker

Ridiculous…Danielson is the one that was trying...

Ridiculous…Danielson is the one that was trying to ride Floyd off of his wheel in Georgia. Why would Floyd risk blowing up when all he had to do is stay with the guy to win the GC? Floyd rode...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-11-06, 08:54 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,818
Posted By HoosierBiker

There is a regular training ride in Carmel....

There is a regular training ride in Carmel. http://www.cibaride.org/training/training.html

I live in Fishers. On weekends I tend to ride east to the Fort Ben area for some small hills. Weekdays...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-26-06, 06:55 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,944
Posted By HoosierBiker

As an Indy resident, I'll be there, not for the...

As an Indy resident, I'll be there, not for the racing but for the event. It is sad that the race isn't what it used to be but it has gained some momentum the last couple of years, thanks mostly to...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
05-03-06, 07:51 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 714
Posted By HoosierBiker

I prefer the late-night version, “Bikegasm...

I prefer the late-night version, “Bikegasm Sunday.”
Forum: Road Cycling
03-27-06, 01:56 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 625
Posted By HoosierBiker

Is that a Cannondale 2.8 with flat paint, circa...

Is that a Cannondale 2.8 with flat paint, circa 1996? If so, it's just like my old ride. :D
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
03-21-06, 09:35 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,290
Posted By HoosierBiker

Great race report, LowCel! I was also in the...

Great race report, LowCel! I was also in the 5’s. This was my first race in a few years and was primarily to see how I was doing fitness wise. I made it to the top of the big climb on the first...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
03-16-06, 07:27 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 437
Posted By HoosierBiker

I was getting a Christian Slater with Elvis...

I was getting a Christian Slater with Elvis glasses from "True Romance" Vibe.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-13-06, 12:57 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,340
Posted By HoosierBiker

I got a Road ID (dog tag style) a month or two...

I got a Road ID (dog tag style) a month or two ago. I really hope I never need it! I don't notice it at all while riding.

I imagine it could also be good during a bad bonk. Who am I? Where do I...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-13-06, 12:01 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 17,556
Posted By HoosierBiker

Uvex Bandit is my choice. Cheap, very...

Uvex Bandit is my choice. Cheap, very comfortable and look ok. I have one in clear and one with amber lenses. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-08-06, 08:11 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,847
Posted By HoosierBiker

I'm reading the book, too, and just finished The...

I'm reading the book, too, and just finished The Book of Floyd chapter. Very good stuff! I'm enjoying the read!

I really like the like the comparison of cycling in Europe to boxing in the US,...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-22-06, 12:16 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 4,288
Posted By HoosierBiker

I'll bite...glasses OVER his helmet strap. He...

I'll bite...glasses OVER his helmet strap. He looks to be working pretty hard so I think it should be excused. You could also make the argument that a true OCP would now do the same. ;)
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
02-07-06, 07:56 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 399
Posted By HoosierBiker

It has been about 7 years since I graduated, but...

It has been about 7 years since I graduated, but it sounds like you should ride C and see how you do. If you are comfortable and finish well move up to B. I was at a similar level during college. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-01-06, 03:16 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,211
Posted By HoosierBiker

I bought the Travel Trac Technique Pro Alloy...

I bought the Travel Trac Technique Pro Alloy rollers a few weeks ago. The trainer alone was driving me nuts. Drums are round and spin well plus the drums are small enough to give pretty good...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-01-06, 02:02 PM
Replies: 158
Views: 12,319
Posted By HoosierBiker

+1 on the safety glasses. Clear or brown lens...

+1 on the safety glasses. Clear or brown lens UVEX Bandit from Grainger $6. Scratch the lens and replace for $4.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-25-06, 03:47 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 3,601
Posted By HoosierBiker

A new pedal coming unthreaded while standing to...

A new pedal coming unthreaded while standing to power up a hill will do it. It was probably my own fault for not tightening it enough, but I wish you could use a pedal wrench on egg beaters!
Forum: Introductions
01-23-06, 06:54 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 264
Posted By HoosierBiker

frankieN, I don't know of anywhere to rent...

frankieN,

I don't know of anywhere to rent a road bike in Indy or Bloomington. That doesn't mean there is not such a place, but I have never heard of one. Sorry.
Forum: Introductions
01-20-06, 07:40 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 264
Posted By HoosierBiker

Hey Bikerlee. Indy is not the most bike friendly...

Hey Bikerlee. Indy is not the most bike friendly city but once out in the country a little the riding is fine, although mostly flat and straight. If you are looking for some in-town riding, Eagle...
Forum: Introductions
01-19-06, 10:29 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 264
Posted By HoosierBiker

Greetings from Indianapolis

I've been lurking for a week or two and finally registered. The info in the forums is very good.

I'm 30 yr old former collegiate and Little 500 racer. Racing is not my priority these days but I...
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