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Forum: Road Cycling
03-31-14, 05:05 AM
Replies: 147
Views: 22,675
Posted By diverguy

Crossing the finish line at the Bike MS event -...

Crossing the finish line at the Bike MS event - April, 2013
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Forum: Road Cycling
03-20-14, 06:35 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 18,819
Posted By diverguy

Anytime such a discussion thread pops up,...

Anytime such a discussion thread pops up, everyone talks about these expensive, single-purpose creams and butters and seem to overlook the obvious. How do you prevent diaper rash on a baby? Baby...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-05-14, 05:35 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 6,194
Posted By diverguy

The important thing is that you're alive and well...

The important thing is that you're alive and well enough to be able to post and tell us what happened. Wishing you a speedy recovery.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-14-14, 06:30 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 59,224
Posted By diverguy

This. ...and never had an issue in over 15,000...

This. ...and never had an issue in over 15,000 miles.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-06-14, 05:31 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,168
Posted By diverguy

Same lock that I use. It's a good balance...

Same lock that I use. It's a good balance between mall, lightweight, convenient, and enough to slow down crimes of opportunity. A determined thief will find a way to get through any lock. This is...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-19-14, 07:19 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,148
Posted By diverguy

I have the 2009 version of the alloy Synapse. ...

I have the 2009 version of the alloy Synapse. Great bike! Would I buy it again? In a New York minute! I've put about 19,000 miles on it. Shipped it all over the country for localized tours and...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-14-14, 05:38 AM
Replies: 105
Views: 8,075
Posted By diverguy

Just saw this message thread. 10 Wheels, wishing...

Just saw this message thread. 10 Wheels, wishing you a speedy recovery back to full strength.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-01-14, 07:25 AM
Replies: 150
Views: 12,893
Posted By diverguy

Distance 3,003 mi Time 202 hours ...

Distance
3,003 mi


Time
202 hours


Elev Gain
56,276 ft
Forum: Road Cycling
11-08-13, 05:53 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,865
Posted By diverguy

Well done! Congrats on the new personal best. ...

Well done! Congrats on the new personal best. :-)
Forum: Road Cycling
11-01-13, 03:43 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,831
Posted By diverguy

Wow, that could have easily been so much worse! ...

Wow, that could have easily been so much worse! Glad you're basically okay. If you rode away from it, it couldn't have been too bad.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-20-13, 06:12 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,573
Posted By diverguy

I vote for giving it a try yourself. If it...

I vote for giving it a try yourself. If it doesn't work out, then fall back on the LBS. YouTube is your friend. That's what I used and it worked out great. Had the LBS do a fitting, afterward,...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-14-13, 04:22 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,526
Posted By diverguy

Great story! Especially the follow up about...

Great story! Especially the follow up about courage. Thanks for sharing it.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-26-13, 04:39 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,344
Posted By diverguy

Congrats! Great looking bike. Hope you have...

Congrats! Great looking bike. Hope you have many years of enjoyment with it.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-22-13, 08:19 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 926
Posted By diverguy

Most likely the battery, as others have said....

Most likely the battery, as others have said. Could also be the positioning of the sensor pick up. Probably should double check the alignment but you may have already done that.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-01-13, 06:49 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 710
Posted By diverguy

That's the kind of accident that could have...

That's the kind of accident that could have resulted in something serious. A co-worker slid down some stairs like that and ended up with a broken bone. Glad you and your bike are okay.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-27-13, 03:46 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,751
Posted By diverguy

Now that you have all of that out of your system,...

Now that you have all of that out of your system, you should be able to go a good long while without any further incidents. Glad it was nothing serious.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-26-13, 03:46 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,189
Posted By diverguy

Great pics. Too bad the frame was damaged but at...

Great pics. Too bad the frame was damaged but at least your friend wasn't seriously hurt and the frame looks like new.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-24-13, 03:35 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,583
Posted By diverguy

Ain't that the truth! LOL

Ain't that the truth! LOL
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-23-13, 12:32 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,583
Posted By diverguy

Yeah, I'm heading in that direction now. That's...

Yeah, I'm heading in that direction now. That's why I'm considering a mountain bike crankset. Something like FSAs 38/24. Still mulling it over.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-23-13, 10:35 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,583
Posted By diverguy

Hmm... 2/3 of a triple is an interesting idea....

Hmm... 2/3 of a triple is an interesting idea. Then I could always swap out the FD and shifter later if desired. However, that would be all of the weight with none of the advantages.

Maybe this...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-22-13, 05:50 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,583
Posted By diverguy

Good point. Thanks.

Good point. Thanks.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-22-13, 03:15 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,583
Posted By diverguy

Thanks for the input and the options. ...and the...

Thanks for the input and the options. ...and the (unintended) personal shopping. Apparently, changing just the large chainring isn't a good option. The feedback gave me an idea for different...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-22-13, 07:33 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,583
Posted By diverguy

That bike already has a 12x28 cassette. I would...

That bike already has a 12x28 cassette. I would be happy with an outer chainring in the 44/43/42 range. Any links to that?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-22-13, 07:18 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,583
Posted By diverguy

Swap out Shimano 6700 50t ring for 39t?

I have two bikes. One has a 50/39/26 standard triple with standard length crank arms. My state is generally flat and probably something like 95% of the riding is on the 39 ring. The other bike has...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-12-13, 03:50 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,599
Posted By diverguy

I use one, once in a while. The model I have is...

I use one, once in a while. The model I have is a cheap one, probably one from Walmart or something, that easily straps over the handlebars when needed. If it looks like it might rain, I put a rain...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-05-13, 03:57 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,682
Posted By diverguy

Looks like a great time. Some beautiful...

Looks like a great time. Some beautiful pictures, too.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-02-13, 04:06 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 5,069
Posted By diverguy

Congratulations on getting it back!

Congratulations on getting it back!
Forum: Road Cycling
07-31-13, 04:07 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,219
Posted By diverguy

Hey, you did great! Much to be proud of there. ...

Hey, you did great! Much to be proud of there. And your times and distances will only increase as you progress. Good for you.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-14-13, 06:47 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 3,985
Posted By diverguy

Sometimes people suck. Hope your injuries heal...

Sometimes people suck. Hope your injuries heal quickly. The bike can be fixed or replaced.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-03-13, 03:04 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 5,649
Posted By diverguy

In order: Clipless pedals, Specialized gel...

In order: Clipless pedals, Specialized gel saddle, 26t inner chain ring.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-04-13, 04:03 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 4,201
Posted By diverguy

A couple of years ago, I was blasting along the...

A couple of years ago, I was blasting along the trail when an elderly couple out for a walk stepped in front of me and motioned for me to stop. Just in time, too, because someone... probably young...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-02-13, 07:03 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,350
Posted By diverguy

I tried five saddles before settling on the...

I tried five saddles before settling on the Specialized Milano Gel. Four years and 15,000 miles later, it still looks and rides like it was nearly new. May not need it for years but I went back and...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-12-13, 06:27 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 606
Posted By diverguy

http://www.thinkgeek.com/product/f255/ ...

http://www.thinkgeek.com/product/f255/

Unfortunately, all sizes appear to be currently out of stock.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-11-13, 03:40 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,229
Posted By diverguy

I have a 2012 Prius and love it! I had a 1 1/4...

I have a 2012 Prius and love it! I had a 1 1/4 hitch installed and am using a Swagman rack. It will hold two bikes very securely and it works great on the Prius. If you only have one bike on it...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-08-13, 03:53 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,173
Posted By diverguy

Wow! Gorgeous photos!

Wow! Gorgeous photos!
Forum: Road Cycling
05-05-13, 06:39 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 5,351
Posted By diverguy

Ever heard of Uncrustables? Peanut butter and...

Ever heard of Uncrustables? Peanut butter and jelly (and other combinations) sandwiches where the two slices of bread have been sealed together with the crusts trimmed off. I freeze them and then...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-04-13, 04:51 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 6,415
Posted By diverguy

I guess I'll be one of the dissenting opinions. ...

I guess I'll be one of the dissenting opinions. I wanted to go with a Shimano chaingroup. I ordered an Ultegra triple. After it arrived, I discovered the Shimano group has a bolt pattern so large...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-25-13, 03:54 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,309
Posted By diverguy

Congrats! Good looking bike. Enjoy it.

Congrats! Good looking bike. Enjoy it.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-07-13, 06:43 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 594
Posted By diverguy

Cool story, indeed.

Cool story, indeed.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-02-13, 03:43 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 693
Posted By diverguy

Outstanding photography and a great blend of...

Outstanding photography and a great blend of subject matter. Nicely done.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-01-13, 04:12 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 11,113
Posted By diverguy

I had a similar problem with just my left foot. ...

I had a similar problem with just my left foot. It wouldn't start until about 45 minutes into the ride. Even went through a custom fitting. Turned out the straps on the shoes were too tight. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-31-13, 07:50 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,672
Posted By diverguy

Sweet ride! Enjoy it. I like the colors.

Sweet ride! Enjoy it. I like the colors.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-27-13, 03:43 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 995
Posted By diverguy

Looks like a really beautiful ride. Great shots!

Looks like a really beautiful ride. Great shots!
Forum: Road Cycling
03-27-13, 03:42 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,198
Posted By diverguy

Gorgeous shot. Looks like a really pleasant...

Gorgeous shot. Looks like a really pleasant place to ride.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-25-13, 04:03 AM
Replies: 126
Views: 7,904
Posted By diverguy

Headed to San Diego in July for six days of solo...

Headed to San Diego in July for six days of solo touring. As mapped out, it should be 19,974 feet of climbing. Shipping the bike out ahead of time.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-14-13, 04:24 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,500
Posted By diverguy

Oh, I'm quite sure about what I'm saying. The...

Oh, I'm quite sure about what I'm saying. The apps use the data signal on the phone to draw the maps in blocks as you transition from one section to the next. When you're in an area with no data...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-13-13, 04:01 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,500
Posted By diverguy

I went through the same decision. Successfully...

I went through the same decision. Successfully used a smartphone for years. Even had an external battery in a bag on the top bar in order to ensure an adequate charge during long rides. Worked...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-12-13, 03:54 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 842
Posted By diverguy

Gorgeous shots. Thanks for sharing.

Gorgeous shots. Thanks for sharing.
Forum: Touring
03-10-13, 10:13 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,147
Posted By diverguy

Thanks for the input and the private messages! ...

Thanks for the input and the private messages! Very helpful. This is what I have put together so far:

Day One:
UCSD Torrey Pines to Oceanside Harbor
http://ridewithgps.com/routes/11675...
Forum: Touring
03-08-13, 07:56 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,147
Posted By diverguy

Considering a five day tour in San Diego area. Route suggestions/links?

Good evening,

There's a plethora of charted routes in the San Diego area but there's no way I could know the difference between them. Could someone who is a local rider help me come up with a...
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