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Forum: Road Cycling
02-17-18, 09:22 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,039
Posted By rickyk76

Some great images. Thanks for sharing.

Some great images. Thanks for sharing.
01-27-18, 06:53 PM
Replies: 1,969
Views: 428,670
Posted By rickyk76

Must just be me with a mac using safari. Thanks...

Must just be me with a mac using safari. Thanks for the headsup.
01-27-18, 05:10 PM
Replies: 1,969
Views: 428,670
Posted By rickyk76

Tim, I'm having a hard time seeing the pics...

Tim, I'm having a hard time seeing the pics you're posting. I can copy them into my browser and see them, but they're not coming through in the forum for some reason. Unless there's a setting that's...
01-27-18, 12:25 PM
Replies: 357
Views: 74,253
Posted By rickyk76

Same everything. Which is why I’m wondering why...

Same everything. Which is why I’m wondering why I’m feeling pain on the trainer when I don’t on the road. Maybe since I’m able to take pedaling breaks or the side-to-side rocking motion that goes...
01-27-18, 07:46 AM
Replies: 357
Views: 74,253
Posted By rickyk76

Okay, so I just abandoned my second Zwift ride...

Okay, so I just abandoned my second Zwift ride after about 25 minutes. I can’t seem to get it dialed in. I had trouble calibrating in Zwift so had to spin down in Rouvy. First ride was just an easy...
11-30-17, 06:33 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,114
Posted By rickyk76

Check this out that shows it’s not uncommon for...

Check this out that shows it’s not uncommon for tolerances to be +/- 4mm

Technical FAQ: Why are labeled tire sizes inconsistent? | VeloNews.com...
11-30-17, 03:12 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,114
Posted By rickyk76

As someone who works in quality control in the...

As someone who works in quality control in the rubber manufacturing industry, I’m going to assume it’s not a quality issue. Bike tires don’t require extreme precision in their application and the...
11-16-17, 07:08 PM
Replies: 1,161
Views: 313,134
Posted By rickyk76

So far it seems ok. It opens wide enough and...

So far it seems ok. It opens wide enough and seems to be a comfortable fit. I haven’t worn them much yet though, so we’ll see. The few short rides I’ve done went well though.
11-14-17, 09:16 AM
Replies: 1,161
Views: 313,134
Posted By rickyk76

Some Scott Comp MTB shoes. Hoping the BOA lacing...

Some Scott Comp MTB shoes. Hoping the BOA lacing holds up with my fat feet.

https://i.imgur.com/ooDtAqOl.jpg
11-09-17, 12:10 PM
Replies: 5,445
Views: 3,873,263
Posted By rickyk76

Here's my 105 Slate on a ride a couple weeks ago....

Here's my 105 Slate on a ride a couple weeks ago. Not long after this pic I finally got the replacement rims and set it up tubeless.

https://i.imgur.com/1AV6CBmh.jpg
11-09-17, 11:20 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 808
Posted By rickyk76

Thank you much! I had just been thinking I need...

Thank you much! I had just been thinking I need to look into a membership and see what the options are. Talk about kismet. Thanks again.
Forum: Touring
11-06-17, 09:56 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,151
Posted By rickyk76

Looks like a great weekend tourer. Nice job.

Looks like a great weekend tourer. Nice job.
11-06-17, 09:49 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 19,022
Posted By rickyk76

Looks like a great project. Can’t wait to see...

Looks like a great project. Can’t wait to see more pics as it comes along.
Forum: Touring
11-06-17, 07:02 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,188
Posted By rickyk76

Bike looks great! I hadn’t considered panniers...

Bike looks great! I hadn’t considered panniers for the Divide. Can’t wait to hear your thoughts when you get the Orbs.
Forum: Texas
11-06-17, 06:53 AM
Replies: 726
Views: 88,732
Posted By rickyk76

Registered yesterday and joined the St. Arnold...

Registered yesterday and joined the St. Arnold team. So looking forward to this!
08-29-17, 08:05 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 16,958
Posted By rickyk76

http://i.imgur.com/GaLoXJB.jpg Here she is....

http://i.imgur.com/GaLoXJB.jpg

Here she is. I can't wait to get her out on the road and trails and put some mileage on her. The bike shop has ordered the replacement rims so they should be here in...
Forum: Texas
08-27-17, 09:10 AM
Replies: 110
Views: 11,365
Posted By rickyk76

Wow, that's pretty crazy. Hope everyone is safe....

Wow, that's pretty crazy. Hope everyone is safe. We had the tornados last night, and the streets are starting to flood in NW Houston. The retention ponds are overflowing from what I've seen.
08-26-17, 05:19 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 16,958
Posted By rickyk76

Just a quick update. I ended up getting a 105...

Just a quick update. I ended up getting a 105 Slate. I haven't had a chance to ride it other than the 2 test rides I did on it, but this thing seems like it's going to be a blast. Now I just need to...
Forum: Texas
08-23-17, 02:10 PM
Replies: 481
Views: 63,521
Posted By rickyk76

Yeah, I park at THP and then ride to GBP and...

Yeah, I park at THP and then ride to GBP and usually turn around at Fry(?) to go back. I'll do any where from 25-50, but am only a 15-16 avg, so I still have a bit to go.
Forum: Touring
08-16-17, 07:51 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 15,641
Posted By rickyk76

Sucks that all of the pics are gone in this...

Sucks that all of the pics are gone in this thread.
08-16-17, 12:51 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,609
Posted By rickyk76

Congrats on the metric century! It's a great...

Congrats on the metric century! It's a great feeling, right? Good luck on the imperial. I'll get there someday.
Forum: Texas
08-15-17, 08:42 PM
Replies: 481
Views: 63,521
Posted By rickyk76

Sci, I always imagine we're passing each other at...

Sci, I always imagine we're passing each other at THP on Saturdays or Sundays, as I think I see someone who looks kind of like the pictures you've posted in the past. How many are in your group and...
08-15-17, 08:32 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,271
Posted By rickyk76

Awesome! I did my first metric last month and my...

Awesome! I did my first metric last month and my second just this past Sunday. In my case, Sunday, my mind was willing, but my body was not. Hope you'll shoot for your next one soon!
08-15-17, 08:23 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,086
Posted By rickyk76

Mine was comfortable out of the box. It's gotten...

Mine was comfortable out of the box. It's gotten even more so as I've put some miles on it. About 400 miles so far. It might not be the saddle for you.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-15-17, 08:21 PM
Replies: 239
Views: 26,830
Posted By rickyk76

Being as I'm a slow rider, I get passed by people...

Being as I'm a slow rider, I get passed by people of all different variety. Old, young, men, women, fat, thin. My favorite is a guy I call Santa. He's got the long white hair and beard, huge belly,...
08-15-17, 07:55 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 361
Posted By rickyk76

I'm not sure if the valves are actually made in...

I'm not sure if the valves are actually made in the US, but you might look at American Classic valves. I'm sure you can find out if you contact them directly.
08-15-17, 07:49 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,229
Posted By rickyk76

Awesome job!!

Awesome job!!
08-15-17, 07:29 PM
Replies: 249
Views: 14,545
Posted By rickyk76

I haven't set any monthly goals, but I did...

I haven't set any monthly goals, but I did surpass my initial goal for the year of 500 miles with a metric century this past Sunday. It was brutal, but worth it.

8/6 - 24.6mi
8/13 - 63.4mi

MTD...
Forum: Texas
07-17-17, 04:46 AM
Replies: 481
Views: 63,521
Posted By rickyk76

Yesterday was such a beautiful day for a ride....

Yesterday was such a beautiful day for a ride. The KFC was a perfect first group ride. I did the metric century. My first ever! It was well organized and ran smoothly. I hit the wall around mile 55,...
Forum: Texas
07-13-17, 05:33 PM
Replies: 481
Views: 63,521
Posted By rickyk76

Looks like scattered thunderstorms are set all...

Looks like scattered thunderstorms are set all day for the ride. Ugh.
Forum: Texas
07-13-17, 02:12 PM
Replies: 481
Views: 63,521
Posted By rickyk76

Thanks. Last time I checked the site weeks ago I...

Thanks. Last time I checked the site weeks ago I didn't see the route maps. I appreciate the feedback.
Forum: Texas
07-13-17, 08:46 AM
Replies: 481
Views: 63,521
Posted By rickyk76

So, I'm back in for the KFC ride Sunday! My...

So, I'm back in for the KFC ride Sunday! My travel plans got rearranged. Now I'm nervous because to date my longest ride has been 52 miles. I rode 50 miles last Sunday, and it was rough. My plan is...
Forum: Texas
06-21-17, 02:54 PM
Replies: 481
Views: 63,521
Posted By rickyk76

I won't be making the KFC ride this year. Have to...

I won't be making the KFC ride this year. Have to travel overseas for work either that day or the day before. Already signed up and everything. Meh.
06-13-17, 09:08 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 16,958
Posted By rickyk76

Thanks, I'll check them out. When I called awhile...

Thanks, I'll check them out. When I called awhile back they didn't. Though, I think I'm set on my own build now. I'd still love to test ride it.
06-10-17, 09:28 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,898
Posted By rickyk76

Nice! Which groupset will you be ordering? Or...

Nice! Which groupset will you be ordering? Or just the frameset?
06-07-17, 08:21 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,216
Posted By rickyk76

I think you take her to the bike shop, let her...

I think you take her to the bike shop, let her talk to the sales person about the type of riding she'll be doing or she wants to do, let her test ride whichever bikes float her fancy, and then buy...
06-05-17, 04:14 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,388
Posted By rickyk76

I think the Slate looks like a fantastic bike and...

I think the Slate looks like a fantastic bike and was one of the ones in the running when I was looking to get an all-around bike. It's a solid build with a great company. I don't think fork...
06-05-17, 01:29 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 4,787
Posted By rickyk76

Buy a bikepacking-style handlebar bag. That was...

Buy a bikepacking-style handlebar bag. That was my answer to this same issue. I got a Salsa one on sale on the REI website and it should arrive tomorrow.
06-03-17, 01:20 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 6,148
Posted By rickyk76

I haven't set any mileage goals to date other...

I haven't set any mileage goals to date other than doing 500 for the year of which I'm well on my way. But, since I'll be home for at least 2 weeks this month, my goal is to get 200 miles.

6/3 -...
06-02-17, 07:18 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 822
Posted By rickyk76

You'll most likely have to look used for that...

You'll most likely have to look used for that budget. I would normally suggest a Trek Marlin 4 or 5 or the Specialized equivalent for new budget starter, but that puts you in the £300+ range easily.
06-02-17, 06:50 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,385
Posted By rickyk76

+1 on this. The tube is made to be pumped up with...

+1 on this. The tube is made to be pumped up with the tire being the main wall constraint when inflated to riding pressures.
Forum: Touring
05-30-17, 09:16 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,019
Posted By rickyk76

I found it to be quite entertaining. It made me...

I found it to be quite entertaining. It made me very nostalgic for the 4 years I spent in Okinawa. Thanks for sharing.
Forum: Touring
05-30-17, 10:09 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 5,026
Posted By rickyk76

So sad to hear. Didn't know him well, but he was...

So sad to hear. Didn't know him well, but he was always kind and encouraging to me here. I'm glad he was able to finish his days riding and then be surrounded by his family. My thoughts are with them...
Forum: Touring
05-29-17, 06:10 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,066
Posted By rickyk76

If you're basing the decision solely on...

If you're basing the decision solely on standover, I'd probably go with giving her the extra cm for comfort/safety sake. But, which size best fits her reach and sitting position? Which is most...
Forum: Touring
05-29-17, 06:07 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 667
Posted By rickyk76

1) I'm assuming you're an American citizen. If...

1) I'm assuming you're an American citizen. If so, you don't need a visa for stays less than 90 days as long as you a) have a return ticket; b) your passport is not going to expire during your stay;...
05-28-17, 09:48 AM
Replies: 5,445
Views: 3,873,263
Posted By rickyk76

Great looking bike

Great looking bike
Forum: Touring
05-25-17, 05:56 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 15,641
Posted By rickyk76

As far as getting them tight enough, get a cheap...

As far as getting them tight enough, get a cheap zip tie gun. Most of them can tighten and cut.
05-23-17, 06:45 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,164
Posted By rickyk76

I'm not sure I understand your response. Isn't it...

I'm not sure I understand your response. Isn't it already at the bottom of the priorities of many jurisdictions? So, the fact that Houston devised a way to enforce it and raise its priority is a...
05-22-17, 07:56 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,164
Posted By rickyk76

While I understand your perspective, I think it's...

While I understand your perspective, I think it's more about the law being enforced after there was a way to catch those violating the law. Having a device that measures the distance from car to...
05-22-17, 10:15 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,164
Posted By rickyk76

It'll be interesting to see how else they get the...

It'll be interesting to see how else they get the word out about this. I'm glad they're starting to enforce it though.
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