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Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-22-14, 01:15 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 9,557
Posted By FSUGOLFPRO7671

I bought the Misceo 2.0 (2013) last year and have...

I bought the Misceo 2.0 (2013) last year and have loved it so far. The components on the 3.0 are great for the price and the frame is solid - I think you'll love it once you've ridden it a bit.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-28-13, 09:13 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,040
Posted By FSUGOLFPRO7671

Look up Paleo - avoid the cereal grains and...

Look up Paleo - avoid the cereal grains and low-fat stuff (read: chemical *****storm) and eat whole foods with high fat, moderate protein content and enough (unprocessed) carbs to help replenish your...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
06-20-13, 10:53 PM
Replies: 249
Views: 14,300
Posted By FSUGOLFPRO7671

Also This ^ :thumb:

Also This ^ :thumb:
Forum: Training & Nutrition
06-20-13, 10:36 PM
Replies: 249
Views: 14,300
Posted By FSUGOLFPRO7671

This ^

This ^
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-18-13, 09:00 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 9,754
Posted By FSUGOLFPRO7671

Very cool - good luck!

Very cool - good luck!
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-17-13, 09:26 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 9,754
Posted By FSUGOLFPRO7671

After a LOT of research I bought the Misceo 2.0...

After a LOT of research I bought the Misceo 2.0 about a month ago and really love it! I looked at a lot of different bikes (not the Quick 5 however) and felt like the Raleigh suited my needs really...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-17-13, 05:23 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,140
Posted By FSUGOLFPRO7671

I just picked one of these and have used it a few...

I just picked one of these and have used it a few times - LOVE IT!

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0089JOTJ2/ref=oh_details_o05_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

less than $8 with shipping - couldn't...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-17-13, 11:47 AM
Replies: 107
Views: 7,879
Posted By FSUGOLFPRO7671

I'm working on raising cadence as well but am...

I'm working on raising cadence as well but am confused about the gearing. I generally ride local bike paths on rides of 10-20 miles at a time (raising that top end slowly) but generally keep it on...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
06-17-13, 11:12 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 5,388
Posted By FSUGOLFPRO7671

Coconut water is AWESOME for replenishing...

Coconut water is AWESOME for replenishing electrolytes - I've been packing it recently and love it :D
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-17-13, 10:24 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,543
Posted By FSUGOLFPRO7671

For me bike shorts are a must and make the ride...

For me bike shorts are a must and make the ride way more enjoyable. I had a decent stock saddle on my hybrid (similar to your GT) and after adjusting it was only so-so. I switched it out this past...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-16-13, 11:52 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 841
Posted By FSUGOLFPRO7671

They look great IMO - Crankbros? I've been...

They look great IMO - Crankbros? I've been looking at the same ones as well as the Ergon PC2's, just haven't been able to pull the trigger yet!
Forum: Great Lakes
06-15-13, 09:21 AM
Replies: 108
Views: 17,797
Posted By FSUGOLFPRO7671

James here - I live in the SW suburbs in...

James here - I live in the SW suburbs in Plainfield and typically ride the local forest preserve trails like Lake Renwick. I still consider myself a noob but can probably hang in there for a pretty...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-13-13, 04:28 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,641
Posted By FSUGOLFPRO7671

I was leaning toward the 32's as well - looks...

I was leaning toward the 32's as well - looks like nearly all great reviews on the Schwalbe Marathons so I'll probably give them a shot!
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-13-13, 04:25 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,641
Posted By FSUGOLFPRO7671

Thanks - I've got a black pair of (tight) Pearl...

Thanks - I've got a black pair of (tight) Pearl Izumi shorts and a brown and black pair of the baggy ones that I go back and forth from :) ... Just got my Selle SMP TRK saddle today - installing...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-12-13, 09:55 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 18,211
Posted By FSUGOLFPRO7671

Have you tried Lara bars? I've had them after a...

Have you tried Lara bars? I've had them after a hot day in the car and they were still great!
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-12-13, 08:44 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,641
Posted By FSUGOLFPRO7671

All great suggestions, thanks! I didn't have a...

All great suggestions, thanks! I didn't have a specific event/route in mind but most the west burbs of Chicago is pretty flat. I do have a couple pair of bike shorts and I can't imagine riding...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
06-12-13, 08:01 PM
Replies: 2,583
Views: 380,312
Posted By FSUGOLFPRO7671

Read "Why We Get Fat" by Gary Taubes - fat loss...

Read "Why We Get Fat" by Gary Taubes - fat loss isn't anywhere close to as simple as 3500 calories = 1 lb. It has a lot more to do with the TYPES of food you're eating and the macronutrients they're...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-12-13, 12:53 PM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,871,445
Posted By FSUGOLFPRO7671

From my ride last night... 322909

From my ride last night...

322909
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-12-13, 12:28 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,641
Posted By FSUGOLFPRO7671

I like the suggestion but I've been pretty strict...

I like the suggestion but I've been pretty strict Paleo for about three years now (went from 270 lbs down to current 200 through diet alone basically) and study nutrition like it's going out of...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-12-13, 12:23 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,641
Posted By FSUGOLFPRO7671

I'm leaning towards the new/better tire upgrade...

I'm leaning towards the new/better tire upgrade over all else, just needed confirmation :)

I've never ridden the Fox River Trail but I've got a buddy in Aurora who lives across from Rush Copley...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-11-13, 09:24 PM
Replies: 468
Views: 47,341
Posted By FSUGOLFPRO7671

I'm typically around 14 mph on the hybrid with...

I'm typically around 14 mph on the hybrid with splits ranging between 12.5-15 riding fairly strong for me (out of shape noob!).
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-11-13, 08:19 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,641
Posted By FSUGOLFPRO7671

Advice for completing a metric half-century on my hybrid...

Backstory: I picked up my first decent bike about two weeks ago and have since done three rides of 3, 6 and 10 miles and I feel like I'm making strides quickly. During my ride tonight on a local...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-09-13, 09:03 PM
Replies: 1,577
Views: 392,259
Posted By FSUGOLFPRO7671

Finally pulled the trigger and bought a Selle SMP...

Finally pulled the trigger and bought a Selle SMP TRK saddle tonight to replace the stock Avenir on my Misceo 2.0 - should have it delivered and on the bike by Wednesday :)
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-07-13, 08:42 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 10,524
Posted By FSUGOLFPRO7671

Thanks :-)

Thanks :-)
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-07-13, 03:37 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 10,524
Posted By FSUGOLFPRO7671

After about a month of research I just bought a...

After about a month of research I just bought a Raleigh Misceo 2.0 and LOVE it! It MSRPs for $550, sells for $499 everywhere, but I was able to get mine through REI at 15% off and Raleigh even had a...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-02-13, 10:33 PM
Replies: 3,982
Views: 649,580
Posted By FSUGOLFPRO7671

Very cool... We went to the Field Museum before...

Very cool... We went to the Field Museum before picking up my new ride from REI in Lincoln Park yesterday and was envious of all the cycle-friendly paths in the city. Another trip downtown is in...
Forum: Introductions
06-02-13, 10:13 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 278
Posted By FSUGOLFPRO7671

Hi from Chicago's Western Suburbs :-)

Hi everyone - just started getting more serious into cycling and bought my first decent bike (a Raleigh Misceo 2.0) recently. Hoping to learn a lot from this forum and ride 30-40 miles a week here...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-02-13, 09:54 AM
Replies: 1,577
Views: 392,259
Posted By FSUGOLFPRO7671

Thanks - I've been hanging out on the forum for a...

Thanks - I've been hanging out on the forum for a couple months now reading and learning a ton! I did a ton of research before buying the bike I did and you guys were instrumental in that decision,...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-02-13, 08:43 AM
Replies: 1,577
Views: 392,259
Posted By FSUGOLFPRO7671

I just picked up my first hybrid yesterday - a...

I just picked up my first hybrid yesterday - a 2013 Raleigh Misceo 2.0. Brought it home last night after a 2 1/2 hour drive to and from downtown Chicago and installed two bottle cages, pump, saddle...
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