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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-06-23, 11:20 AM
Replies: 5,338
Views: 842,674
Posted By Mtl01

Pretty much what I'm looking at, lol (fingers...

Pretty much what I'm looking at, lol (fingers crossed for a fast March melt).
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-05-23, 12:36 PM
Replies: 5,338
Views: 842,674
Posted By Mtl01

All tuned up and ready to roll (and new tubeless...

All tuned up and ready to roll (and new tubeless Continental GP 5000's). Just waiting on one thing, lol.
...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-03-23, 11:58 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 5,490
Posted By Mtl01

Would you consider an pedal assist e-bike? I was...

Would you consider an pedal assist e-bike? I was at my LBS and they had an e-road bike that hardly looked any different from a regular road bike.

You could use that in a group ride and easily keep...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-17-22, 12:40 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,307
Posted By Mtl01

I always found November to be a bit gloomy and...

I always found November to be a bit gloomy and depressing. Long winter ahead.

However, we just got our 1st real snow of the season and everything is covered in a white blanket which helps lighten...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-12-22, 03:33 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,595
Posted By Mtl01

I don't have one on my road bike but have one on...

I don't have one on my road bike but have one on my hybrid. I do miss not having one on the road bike. Always found having one handy tbh.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-29-22, 11:05 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 6,682
Posted By Mtl01

Montreal winters chase me indoors. I generally...

Montreal winters chase me indoors. I generally ride until mid November or until the snow starts to accumulate.

I switch to an indoor trainer (Tacx) till spring. You can't really replace the...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-06-22, 12:10 PM
Replies: 5,338
Views: 842,674
Posted By Mtl01

Beautiful Fall weather for a ride today 20C...

Beautiful Fall weather for a ride today 20C (68F). Trees starting to show full Fall colors, letting me know to enjoy it while I can, lol.

...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-29-22, 07:22 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 3,913
Posted By Mtl01

I don't really keep track of my average speed (I...

I don't really keep track of my average speed (I would guess it's around 13-15 mph). I'm in Canada, so we measure in kilometers per hour, so the averages sound much faster, lol.

What I do...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-29-22, 06:58 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,594
Posted By Mtl01

It really is a solid and comfortable ride. Having...

It really is a solid and comfortable ride. Having a bike you enjoy riding so much, keeps you motivated. Especially on the days you think about blowing off the ride cause you're in lazy mode, lol.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-26-22, 01:10 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,594
Posted By Mtl01

I'm 67 and my cadence is generally between 75-85...

I'm 67 and my cadence is generally between 75-85 which a comfortable range for me now. I do try to stay in the mid 80's but headwinds really slow me down these days, lol.

Getting a bike fit is a...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-02-22, 02:39 PM
Replies: 5,338
Views: 842,674
Posted By Mtl01

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Guess what's on the way in my part of world, lol. Took this Aug 31. Don't...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-19-22, 12:05 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,325
Posted By Mtl01

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Montreal, Quebec. 1C (34F). Back to the indoor trainer, lol.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-17-21, 11:04 AM
Replies: 95
Views: 8,516
Posted By Mtl01

For me, it's about getting some exercise doing...

For me, it's about getting some exercise doing something I really enjoy. it's been a big part of my commitment to a better and healthier lifestyle (exercise, weight reduction, eating healthier, less...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-02-21, 09:13 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,716
Posted By Mtl01

I just got a new road bike (Domane al 5) after...

I just got a new road bike (Domane al 5) after riding a hybrid for several years.

No problem with the transition at all. Love the fit of the Domane. It's a very comfortable ride.

The aluminum...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-30-21, 09:30 AM
Replies: 124
Views: 8,365
Posted By Mtl01

Winter is coming... ...

Winter is coming...

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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-28-21, 11:38 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,954
Posted By Mtl01

Had a great year as well. First full season since...

Had a great year as well. First full season since I retired and got in over 3200 km (around 2000 miles).

Managed to get a new road bike at the end of the season. Feel lucky to get one given the...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-22-21, 02:22 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,723
Posted By Mtl01

I normally do at least 150 km (around 93 miles)...

I normally do at least 150 km (around 93 miles) per week. Generally ride 5 days each week.

Sadly, Canadian winter is about to chase me indoors. I bought a Tacx trainer for this winter, so we'll...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-22-21, 11:33 AM
Replies: 3,578
Views: 987,539
Posted By Mtl01

My new Domane al5. First road bike since the mid...

My new Domane al5. First road bike since the mid 80's. Very smooth ride and crisp shifting. Love it so far, lol....
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-16-21, 11:44 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 11,205
Posted By Mtl01

I'm 66 and just got a new road bike (Domane) this...

I'm 66 and just got a new road bike (Domane) this week.

I've been using a hybrid for the last 3 years and now that I'm retired and riding more, I decided to try a road bike again. Last time I had...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-16-21, 08:40 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 7,842
Posted By Mtl01

I generally take a five to 10 minute break per 30...

I generally take a five to 10 minute break per 30 kms. Also tend to plan my breaks around pee stops, lol.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-14-21, 01:03 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,712
Posted By Mtl01

I think losing belly fat (or weight in general)...

I think losing belly fat (or weight in general) will be different for everyone.

After seeing a cardiologist this spring (thought I was having heart issues - turned out to be high blood pressure),...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-19-21, 10:04 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,075
Posted By Mtl01

I've had a FX2 since 2019 and have put a fair...

I've had a FX2 since 2019 and have put a fair number of km's on it with no issues whatsoever. It's been a great bike.

I'm sure it would be a great choice for the type of biking you'll be doing. I...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-11-20, 01:10 PM
Replies: 150
Views: 15,969
Posted By Mtl01

I have disk brakes on my hybrid and love them....

I have disk brakes on my hybrid and love them. The only pain in the butt is putting that little plastic tab thing in the caliper when you remove the front wheel. Other than that, no issues...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-29-20, 09:08 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,840
Posted By Mtl01

Ah, I see the difference (I just looked at a...

Ah, I see the difference (I just looked at a picture of the Bontrager Race Lite Ergo Bar Ends).

The ones in the picture I posted look like a better solution to my eye but you need to change the...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-29-20, 08:32 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,840
Posted By Mtl01

Try to get as many daily rides as you can over...

Try to get as many daily rides as you can over the next few weeks and let us know if things are settling in nicely.

Were the grip extensions you were thinking of like the ones below?
...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-29-20, 01:38 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,840
Posted By Mtl01

When I got back to biking after decades of not...

When I got back to biking after decades of not riding, it took almost a full season before I was really comfortable again.

I have a fairly short biking season in my part of the world and every...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-28-20, 11:59 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,786
Posted By Mtl01

I think the pedal assist bikes are a great...

I think the pedal assist bikes are a great innovation. It's good that they get people out riding who otherwise may give up biking for one reason or another. The technology behind them seems to be...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-18-20, 06:05 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,618
Posted By Mtl01

The weather in my end of the world really limits...

The weather in my end of the world really limits the number of days available for riding (I don't ride in the winter), so I try to get out on days even though I may not particularly feel like riding....
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-07-20, 06:13 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,101
Posted By Mtl01

I think there are other differences than the...

I think there are other differences than the carbon fork.

Generally, the group set is better on the FX3 than the FX2 (I think there are a number of differences in the 2 models this year such 9 vs...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-05-20, 07:59 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,443
Posted By Mtl01

I bought a FX2 with disc brakes last year (2019...

I bought a FX2 with disc brakes last year (2019 model) and have put around 1200 kilometres on it with no issues. It's been a great bike on almost all road surfaces. I'm generally on pavement but do...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-05-19, 10:44 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 37,962
Posted By Mtl01

Let us know what you get. I got a FX 2 in...

Let us know what you get.

I got a FX 2 in the spring and love the bike. I've covered all kind of roads surfaces with no issues this summer.

As the distance I traveled each ride increased a fair...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-14-19, 12:44 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,350
Posted By Mtl01

I got the Bontrager Trip 300 (you need to pair it...

I got the Bontrager Trip 300 (you need to pair it with the DuoTrap S Digital Sensor which mounts in the frame) and the small Glo lights.
...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-07-19, 08:23 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 10,136
Posted By Mtl01

I was curious. I never use the smallest ring...

I was curious. I never use the smallest ring either. Seems more bikes are headed in that direction.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-07-19, 07:37 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 10,136
Posted By Mtl01

How are you liking the new 2 x 9 drive train?

How are you liking the new 2 x 9 drive train?
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-06-19, 07:57 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 10,136
Posted By Mtl01

The gravel I was riding on was tightly packed, so...

The gravel I was riding on was tightly packed, so no problem with that.

I got my FX in the spring and have been very happy with it. Great bike.

My only upgrade was to put on a Bontrager DuoTrap...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-06-19, 07:14 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 10,136
Posted By Mtl01

I have the same tires (700x35c) on my FX2. I...

I have the same tires (700x35c) on my FX2.

I often do gravel stretches on my ride and those tires work great.

Have you had issues with them?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-21-19, 04:48 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 8,697
Posted By Mtl01

I got a pair of Maui Jim sunglasses with my...

I got a pair of Maui Jim sunglasses with my progressive prescription. They were quite expensive but work very well for me. I use them for driving and cycling.

I haven't had any issue with then...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-15-19, 01:40 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,522
Posted By Mtl01

How about a Trek FX4. It's right around your...

How about a Trek FX4. It's right around your price point and is well configured. It has a carbon fork but the frame is aluminum.

I have the FX2 and it's a great bike (lower group set though).
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-28-19, 02:57 PM
Replies: 3,578
Views: 987,539
Posted By Mtl01

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My Trek FX 2.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-22-19, 09:50 AM
Replies: 2,216
Views: 837,885
Posted By Mtl01

Congrats. Beautiful bike.

Congrats. Beautiful bike.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-21-19, 02:18 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,773
Posted By Mtl01

I agree with the comment above that the tires are...

I agree with the comment above that the tires are important.

My bike has 700x35 tires that I find work really well for the type of biking you describe. You don't mention what you consider...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-13-19, 06:43 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 10,406
Posted By Mtl01

I have many coworkers that ride bikes. Some...

I have many coworkers that ride bikes. Some commute to work, some are weekend warriors, some ride hybrids, some ride centuries on high end carbon rigs, even have a few mechanic types, the whole 9...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-08-19, 10:57 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 7,857
Posted By Mtl01

I got a L size FX 2 this year. I'm exactly...

I got a L size FX 2 this year.

I'm exactly 6'1". I'm very comfortable with the L size.

I tried both the L and XL for fit. When I stood with the bike under me and my feet flat to the ground,...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-01-19, 07:37 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,670
Posted By Mtl01

When I got back into cycling, I switched to a...

When I got back into cycling, I switched to a hybrid bike. I ride a Trek FX 2 now and find the geometry on the hybrid very comfortable. In the old days I had a 10 speed Raleigh with drop bars.

You...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-01-19, 04:52 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,670
Posted By Mtl01

I suspect that happens to pretty much everyone...

I suspect that happens to pretty much everyone that hasn't been on a bike for decades.

When I got back into cycling when I was 59, it took about a month of cycling daily (not long rides) for my...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-30-19, 12:33 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,630
Posted By Mtl01

Let us know if you find the carbon fork absorbs...

Let us know if you find the carbon fork absorbs the road imperfections better that the aluminum fork on your FX 2 did.

I'm quite curious.

By the way, I almost bought that very bike in red...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-23-19, 05:34 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,456
Posted By Mtl01

That's a mighty fine bike for your 1st one in 30...

That's a mighty fine bike for your 1st one in 30 years, lol.

Enjoy!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-20-19, 01:22 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,823
Posted By Mtl01

Was fighting the wind on today's ride (steady 46...

Was fighting the wind on today's ride (steady 46 km with gusts up to 61 km). That really cuts into the overall distance I can put in. Little less distance for the day is no biggie. The important...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-19-19, 03:19 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,823
Posted By Mtl01

I have the opposite problem here in Montreal. We...

I have the opposite problem here in Montreal. We still are barely breaking into the low 60's. Add some clouds and wind and the biking conditions have been awful so far this season.

Had to end a...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-18-19, 11:11 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,738
Posted By Mtl01

Really love the red. I ended up getting the matte...

Really love the red. I ended up getting the matte black on my bike but was very close to choosing red (to match my rally red civic, lol).

I have 700x35 tires and have them inflated fairly high. I...
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