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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-09-20, 06:28 AM
Replies: 168
Views: 23,514
Posted By slorollin

The driver that rides slowly right behind me that...

The driver that rides slowly right behind me that thinks they are being courteous by not passing me.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-11-18, 12:31 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,504
Posted By slorollin

Yeah, it was pudding day.

Yeah, it was pudding day.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-08-18, 08:44 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,504
Posted By slorollin

Yes, literary skills should "pass" not "past"...

Yes, literary skills should "pass" not "past" muster. But I'm just being an ass, at which I'm told I'm very good.
Personally, I like your post. And if you can't grope a mannequin in your...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-07-18, 02:31 PM
Replies: 3,581
Views: 990,001
Posted By slorollin

I picture Prince Harry racing his Pashleys...

I picture Prince Harry racing his Pashleys through the halls of Buckingham Palace. I think most of us would have done that had we the chance. Maybe even busted some stuff. Carrera marble can be...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-07-18, 08:25 AM
Replies: 3,581
Views: 990,001
Posted By slorollin

You win. Imho the coolest ride shown up to this...

You win. Imho the coolest ride shown up to this point. I would be riding one of these if my fused vertabrae allowed. There are way too few Pashleys in the world.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-05-18, 12:53 PM
Replies: 256
Views: 26,465
Posted By slorollin

Looks like an ad for "The Villages".......just...

Looks like an ad for "The Villages".......just heading over to the Activity Center for the pickle ball tourney.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-21-18, 07:12 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,369
Posted By slorollin

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B003R4MHBG?psc=1&re...

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B003R4MHBG?psc=1&ref=yo_pop_mb_pd_title

This is the one. I ride a hybrid with a more upright position. This TRK model is for that touring posture. They have several...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-21-18, 03:38 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,369
Posted By slorollin

Using Amazon Prime I ordered 4 saddles that...

Using Amazon Prime I ordered 4 saddles that looked promising. Being very careful not to damage them or the packaging I tried them all. I sent back 3 of them and got full credit. And believe it or not...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-21-18, 02:24 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 10,068
Posted By slorollin

You wimps crying about how grumpy you're getting...

You wimps crying about how grumpy you're getting make me sick. Back in my day we had real grumps. Grumps who'd steal your ball if you hit it in their yard. Grumps who'd turn their hose on to flood...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-21-18, 10:17 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,108
Posted By slorollin

That's big of you. Your perspicacity is only...

That's big of you. Your perspicacity is only challenged by your noble spirit.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-20-18, 06:44 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 902
Posted By slorollin

I envy that. After a hip replacement I got...

I envy that. After a hip replacement I got careful and wasn't confident with the move any longer. [/left]
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-20-18, 03:16 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 4,638
Posted By slorollin

My 28mm Gator Hardshells went 5k miles with only...

My 28mm Gator Hardshells went 5k miles with only 1 flat in the rear, none in the front. Actually, they started delaminating around the bead. Just swapped them for 25mm with about 500 trouble free...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-20-18, 11:16 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 902
Posted By slorollin

You will.

You will.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-18-18, 11:27 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 902
Posted By slorollin

It's easier to do it that way. You're getting...

It's easier to do it that way. You're getting smarter.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-15-18, 04:11 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 8,256
Posted By slorollin

No not the knees. There's not much cartilage...

No not the knees. There's not much cartilage remaining in the left and I don't need to start anything new in the right. Nope, no more jerking if I can help it.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-15-18, 07:57 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,369
Posted By slorollin

Hah! Live and learn. I thought Selle Italia,...

Hah! Live and learn. I thought Selle Italia, Selle SMP, Selle Anatomica, Selle Royale, et. al, were just separate product lines from the same company. What a maroon! Anyway, my current butt splitter...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-14-18, 10:54 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,369
Posted By slorollin

Your bike is set up for more of an upright rider...

Your bike is set up for more of an upright rider position. This is important as you rest on different spots depending on your posture. The Selle Co. takes this into consideration more than most other...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-13-18, 04:54 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,108
Posted By slorollin

Used to be very fat. 385 lbs at my peak. Now just...

Used to be very fat. 385 lbs at my peak. Now just a little fat at 205. I'm 6'1" and a month shy of 64 yo.
I don't beat anyone. I only go fast when it's fun to do so.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-04-18, 06:41 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 8,256
Posted By slorollin

Sorry, it's "taco Tuesday". Come back...

Sorry, it's "taco Tuesday". Come back Fryday.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-04-18, 05:55 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 10,068
Posted By slorollin

How's this for a grumpifying moment? I'm in the...

How's this for a grumpifying moment? I'm in the "12 items or less" lane behind a guy talking on his cellphone. He has another phone along with a pager clipped to his belt. He pays with an EBT card....
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-01-18, 06:57 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,128
Posted By slorollin

No, it's not NC. It's the internet, a pic...

No, it's not NC. It's the internet, a pic submitted for your perusal and amusement.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-01-18, 12:05 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,128
Posted By slorollin

Another Curmudgeon Moment

In keeping with the theme of approaching curmudgeon-hood I find that often it's the little things that are irksome............
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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-25-18, 06:00 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,721
Posted By slorollin

I put in 2k miles on a Brooks Flyer. Never got...

I put in 2k miles on a Brooks Flyer. Never got the payoff. It's a beautiful, cruel thing. Antique leather, hand hammered copper rivets, and ass pain all go together.
Using a Selle Italia now. While...
Forum: Pills and Ills
08-24-18, 07:07 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 4,310
Posted By slorollin

I have 2 prosthetic hips. 1 from '94 and 1 from...

I have 2 prosthetic hips. 1 from '94 and 1 from '13. The twisting that you describe is a motion that's discouraged, at least for a while. I'd recommend a touring or platform type pedal until you're...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-23-18, 04:59 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 11,051
Posted By slorollin

No

No
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-21-18, 09:41 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 7,390
Posted By slorollin

No Spandex for me either. I found these and wear...

No Spandex for me either. I found these and wear them under any kinds of shorts. They are wonderful. Though, wife says that from behind it looks like I'm carrying a load. She's supportive like that....
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-18-18, 02:53 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,638
Posted By slorollin

If forced to choose I'd take the less steep...

If forced to choose I'd take the less steep grade. It's easier on my knees. Actually, either hill is preferable to a 15 mph headwind. Some days it seems to be in your face whichever way you turn.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-16-18, 04:03 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 3,564
Posted By slorollin

I usually go out for 3 trips per day, weather...

I usually go out for 3 trips per day, weather permitting, totalling 15-25 miles depending on how long my butt holds out. That is my limiting factor.
Just got another new saddle so, I am in a naively...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-15-18, 10:19 AM
Replies: 256
Views: 26,465
Posted By slorollin

I follow my whim of the moment. I let my ride...

I follow my whim of the moment. I let my ride happen rather than make it happen..........subtleties, subtleties. OOOOOMmmm, OOOOOMmmm
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-15-18, 06:59 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 8,256
Posted By slorollin

And I love it when a 20-something that can't fix...

And I love it when a 20-something that can't fix a flat or hold a line lectures me on the absolute necessity of a helmet or some other irrefutable fact learned yesterday.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-14-18, 01:19 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 6,878
Posted By slorollin

I use Runtastic "Road Bike Pro". It does what I...

I use Runtastic "Road Bike Pro". It does what I need it to do. Actually, it does a lot more than I need it to do. When I compare the mileage from ANY GPS app that I've tried ( I've tried 4 so far) to...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-12-18, 04:25 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 8,557
Posted By slorollin

Here's a set of flipped bars......old school ...

Here's a set of flipped bars......old school

https://www.pashley.co.uk/bikes/bicycles/guv-nor.php

You have some killer bikes.
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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-12-18, 03:09 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 8,256
Posted By slorollin

No, no more groups for me. I've become a...

No, no more groups for me. I've become a curmudgeon with little patience and fragile parts that never heal. The aggravation outweighs the reward. So, rather than being annoyed and annoying others...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-12-18, 07:32 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 8,256
Posted By slorollin

Group Riding.......No Fun Anymore

At 63 with the various orthopedic issues that accompany this advanced state I've decided to no longer participate in ANY group rides. Every fall I've taken in the last few years has been caused by a...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-11-18, 09:09 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,472
Posted By slorollin

Ain't that the truth. I put 2k miles into a...

Ain't that the truth. I put 2k miles into a Brooks Flyer. It hurt every time. No payoff for me.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-11-18, 08:47 AM
Replies: 3,581
Views: 990,001
Posted By slorollin

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1080x810/bike1_3ea701a55ee3a4e0a54967b321a7b9fb18234f57.jpg
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-10-18, 01:30 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,275
Posted By slorollin

No problem at all. Works well for me on my '13...

No problem at all. Works well for me on my '13 Cafe' Noir. I did have to replace my cables and left a little slack should I want to readjust.
...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-07-18, 09:36 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 11,979
Posted By slorollin

63 with multiple after-market parts.......2 hips,...

63 with multiple after-market parts.......2 hips, plates in cervical and lumbar spine, plates in ankle, mesh in belly. I feel pretty good today though.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-03-18, 12:33 PM
Replies: 140
Views: 14,695
Posted By slorollin

Fortunately, I like the chocolate better.

Fortunately, I like the chocolate better.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-03-18, 10:03 AM
Replies: 140
Views: 14,695
Posted By slorollin

I wholeheartedly agree. This chart is nothing...

I wholeheartedly agree. This chart is nothing more than a ranking of the lobbies they represent. It's also apparent in the grocery store. The good stuff is around the perimeter. Most of the middle...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-03-18, 06:12 AM
Replies: 140
Views: 14,695
Posted By slorollin

Been a while since I have posted, but this thread...

Been a while since I have posted, but this thread spoke to me extra loudly. I had gastric bypass surgery in 2012. Was 385 the day of the surgery and am 205 today. I am 6'1". Diabetes gone, snoring...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-14-17, 12:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,264
Posted By slorollin

Runtastic Roadbike. There's a free version and...

Runtastic Roadbike. There's a free version and the "Pro" version is only $5.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-03-15, 07:29 AM
Replies: 115
Views: 13,124
Posted By slorollin

Topeak Road Morph pump, Mirricle mirror

Topeak Road Morph pump, Mirricle mirror
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-18-14, 01:57 PM
Replies: 124
Views: 16,376
Posted By slorollin

Brooks Flyer has been good to me. Thing is with a...

Brooks Flyer has been good to me. Thing is with a Brooks if you don't like it you can always sell it for close to what you paid for it. As long as you don't trash it or stink it up too bad, that is.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-11-14, 12:53 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,637
Posted By slorollin

Gotta admit I seldom come to a complete stop. I...

Gotta admit I seldom come to a complete stop. I gauge approaching situations and try to time my arrival to the intersection accordingly, otherwise I stop. Fortunately, I live in a semi-rural area...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-24-14, 02:18 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,451
Posted By slorollin

Atomic Fireballs, don't leave home without them.

Atomic Fireballs, don't leave home without them.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-20-14, 02:55 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 5,836
Posted By slorollin

I had a '74 124 Spyder, maroon with a tan top and...

I had a '74 124 Spyder, maroon with a tan top and interior. To this day I think of it as my all time favorite car that I have owned.
...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-16-14, 01:13 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 3,608
Posted By slorollin

I love the comments! It shows the great variance...

I love the comments! It shows the great variance that exists in this "yeast" of life. It is fun to read the moronic ramblings of yeasts other than myself. :rolleyes:
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-16-14, 11:26 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,141
Posted By slorollin

I've been using an Android app called Runtastic...

I've been using an Android app called Runtastic for road bikes. There are several versions. App is free for basic, but you can upgrade to Pro version for $5, which I did. It has everything I need and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-12-14, 10:08 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,472
Posted By slorollin

Are you happy with it? If so, there is no...

Are you happy with it? If so, there is no problem. I'm 6'1" but with only a 31" inseam. My height comes from a long spine. I want the longer top tube of a bigger bike than my height alone would...
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