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Forum: Southeast
02-23-19, 08:06 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,184
Posted By hochflynn

I've wintered in Mt. Dora, which is a small town...

I've wintered in Mt. Dora, which is a small town in central Florida. Cooler (average high around 70 in Jan., starts to warm up a little in Feb.) than southern Florida, but nicer IMHO - small towns,...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
08-20-18, 11:38 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,152
Posted By hochflynn

Basically following as I'm also interested in...

Basically following as I'm also interested in people's opinions on this. From researching it a little recently, Panaracer Gravel Kings seem to be a good choice. Good on the road (very little...
Forum: Mid-Atlantic
07-06-18, 07:59 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,558
Posted By hochflynn

The Lancaster Bike Club has routes on their...

The Lancaster Bike Club has routes on their website. Not sure if they have something short like you are looking for. You could also contact someone from the club for suggestions
Forum: Pills and Ills
06-24-18, 09:24 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 13,549
Posted By hochflynn

I'm sure every case is different, but.... I was...

I'm sure every case is different, but.... I was diagnosed with afib a bit over 2 years ago. Knew something was wrong when I was getting very out of breathe on slight hills. I was diagnosed with...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-15-18, 02:46 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,536
Posted By hochflynn

:) Of course I never used them, but as I said,...

:) Of course I never used them, but as I said, going by some reviews (outside of BTD too), they seem to be a decent inexpensive tire.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-15-18, 06:25 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,536
Posted By hochflynn

You should be able to safely use a tire narrower...

You should be able to safely use a tire narrower than 1.95. 1.50 would be a good choice as it should give you a little less rolling resistance. I took a quick look at BikeTires direct under...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-15-18, 06:04 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,536
Posted By hochflynn

You should be able to safely use a tire narrower...

You should be able to safely use a tire narrower than 1.95. 1.50 would be a good choice as it should give you a little less rolling resistance. I took a quick look at BikeTires direct under...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-12-18, 02:37 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,536
Posted By hochflynn

No need for new rims. You just need to get a...

No need for new rims. You just need to get a similar sized tire, but as others have recommended better suited for asphalt (slick/road or at least not nearly as knobby).
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-29-18, 08:10 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 10,238
Posted By hochflynn

Hills - Some short ones can be found. Thrill Hill...

Hills - Some short ones can be found. Thrill Hill is an 11-14% grade depending on which direction you approach it. And entering Mt. Dora is 6-7%. Mostly flat to gently rolling.
Rural - Absolutely....
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-28-18, 09:09 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 10,238
Posted By hochflynn

This is the 3rd year out of the past 4 years that...

This is the 3rd year out of the past 4 years that I've wintered in Mt. Dora FL - around an hour north of Orlando. I love it - get to see Osprey, eagles, sand hill cranes, herons, ibis, on most rides....
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-03-17, 02:00 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 5,585
Posted By hochflynn

I actually have a pair of Marathon Plus that I've...

I actually have a pair of Marathon Plus that I've virtually never used. Thought I might use them on dirt or gravelly roads with my road bike, but never got into that. YES, they are a bear to get on,...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-03-17, 11:13 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 5,585
Posted By hochflynn

Front to rear, new on front. I want the newest...

Front to rear, new on front. I want the newest tire on the front - more significant handling issues should the front tire blow/flat. I'm about to do this again relatively soon. After 3,000 miles I...
Forum: Commuting
12-14-16, 12:28 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,646
Posted By hochflynn

If after your test ride it seems like too...

If after your test ride it seems like too difficult (nothing wrong with doing it slow and it hopefully becoming easier over time), I was also going to suggest busing in and riding home. You might...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-02-16, 10:29 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,587
Posted By hochflynn

Also saw the Ribble price, but Timothy beat me to...

Also saw the Ribble price, but Timothy beat me to the punch. Another British site worth checking out is ProBikeKit (PBK). They're $377 there right now (better than CR and Wiggle's current prices). I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-22-16, 04:20 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,180
Posted By hochflynn

You might want to join and post this on the...

You might want to join and post this on the Facebook group Philadelphia Stolen Bikes. Good luck.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-01-16, 02:54 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,717
Posted By hochflynn

My mother, an Aunt and Uncle all had macular...

My mother, an Aunt and Uncle all had macular degeneration (none were cyclists). I'm not remotely expert in it, but I do recall that its typically a progressive disease, and while there isn't a cure,...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-03-16, 11:16 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,950
Posted By hochflynn

Here in the Philly area there have been (one I...

Here in the Philly area there have been (one I believe is on-going) recent bike clothing donation drives for 3 different non-profit cycling organizations. If you are truly interested in thinning out...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-28-16, 03:58 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,463
Posted By hochflynn

For me the UK sites have them cheap enough to...

For me the UK sites have them cheap enough to stock up with an extra pair and not have to worry about delivery time.
Forum: Touring
01-28-16, 12:41 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,565
Posted By hochflynn

I had the topeak bag you mention prior to the one...

I had the topeak bag you mention prior to the one I mentioned. While the top does keep things dry, I found it a very inconvenient top - not easy to maneuver. The EoGear one I subsequently bought...
Forum: Touring
01-27-16, 05:17 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,565
Posted By hochflynn

I love this bag...

I love this bag http://www.amazon.com/eoGEAR-Century-Bag-Deluxe/dp/B00DP1H5P4 Very well made and holds my phone (on/off on the top, other bags were too tight and shut it off, this has a little more...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-27-16, 09:45 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,628
Posted By hochflynn

First of all, if you are going to switch to an 11...

First of all, if you are going to switch to an 11 speed, you'll need to change many of the other components (can't simply mix and match components with an 11 speed). Check out Ribble (English site),...
Forum: Touring
12-24-15, 08:31 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 837
Posted By hochflynn

Half price deal didn't come up as far as I could...

Half price deal didn't come up as far as I could tell, but it already is less than half price on Amazon (in cameo, other colors are also a good deal less than regular price).
Forum: Road Cycling
11-04-15, 10:20 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 976
Posted By hochflynn

Also like the Endurance.

Also like the Endurance.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-17-15, 11:33 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,911
Posted By hochflynn

I agree, the setting sun is pretty bad this time...

I agree, the setting sun is pretty bad this time of year - it is often hard to see what in front of you (hence I'm wary of cars behind me who have the same issue). But, I've heard of this new...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
06-11-15, 02:16 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,233
Posted By hochflynn

Curious why you would think Trans Am would be...

Curious why you would think Trans Am would be more doable. I would think it would be much harder. Its around 4300 miles (40% longer than RAAM?) and as you say, unsupported. It must be a lot easier...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-18-15, 12:04 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,578
Posted By hochflynn

Agreed, with my club a C ride is generally 12-13...

Agreed, with my club a C ride is generally 12-13 mph, to maybe a max of 14 mph if pretty flat.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
03-01-15, 08:54 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,370
Posted By hochflynn

I use Nuun - tablets with electrolytes that...

I use Nuun - tablets with electrolytes that dissolve in water. I like that they aren't sweet tasting and that I don't have to worry about buying/finding gatorade or similar products (or carrying...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-02-15, 09:58 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,929
Posted By hochflynn

Way too familiar, and too recent. New Year's Day...

Way too familiar, and too recent. New Year's Day ride, in central FLORIDA (first time wintering there, for an extended cycling vacation, thru end of January), dog runs towards me, circles around and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-05-14, 10:03 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 7,521
Posted By hochflynn

I stand corrected. It is true of running, but not...

I stand corrected. It is true of running, but not cycling. Here's a simple article that helps confirm that (read the content, not the title). Dr. Gabe Mirkin on Health, Fitness and Nutrition. »...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
12-04-14, 04:40 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 11,270
Posted By hochflynn

Nothing to add to the conversation, other than I...

Nothing to add to the conversation, other than I found it very interesting. Replying so that I will get the "report" once the ride is completed. Best of luck. I think you are going to do great.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-04-14, 04:38 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 7,521
Posted By hochflynn

My understanding from what I've read is that its...

My understanding from what I've read is that its generally a wash. Moving faster burns more calories per minute, but there are less minutes. Slower burns less calories per minute, but is multiplied...
Forum: Winter Cycling
11-21-14, 09:46 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,656
Posted By hochflynn

I'm sure everyone has their favorites, but I use...

I'm sure everyone has their favorites, but I use Bar Mitts (its the brand name). My hands are naturally very cold (Raynauds?), and the Bar Mitts have made all the difference in the world. Riding...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-23-14, 10:22 AM
Replies: 336
Views: 81,390
Posted By hochflynn

When I got a new bike this year I went from a...

When I got a new bike this year I went from a 50/34 11/28 10 speed to a 52/36 11/32 11 speed and love it. For me, its very similar to what I had, with essentially an extra half gear at each end. I do...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
10-08-14, 01:42 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,027
Posted By hochflynn

Along the same vein: A couple of years ago my...

Along the same vein: A couple of years ago my Thule roof rack was stolen when I parked my car overnight in front of my house (nice area). After a month or two of putting the bike in the back seat and...
Forum: Touring
09-16-14, 01:21 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 5,557
Posted By hochflynn

USAirways is now $150, same as American (with...

USAirways is now $150, same as American (with whom they've merged).
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-21-14, 08:56 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,335
Posted By hochflynn

Not familiar with the 200, but maybe its...

Not familiar with the 200, but maybe its recording total time instead of moving time (time w/o stopping). Is there a setting that controls that?
Forum: Road Cycling
03-20-14, 04:17 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 648
Posted By hochflynn

check out the Central Bucks Cycling Club's ride...

check out the Central Bucks Cycling Club's ride calendar: Ride Schedule (http://www.cbbikeclub.org/rides/schedule)
Forum: Northeast
03-13-14, 08:57 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 736
Posted By hochflynn

Trophy Bikes is a good shop. The owner is...

Trophy Bikes is a good shop. The owner is extremely knowledgeable (and opinionated, but in a good way). Bike Church is also nice. For a small donation (it is a non-profit benefiting youth thru...
Forum: Northeast
03-12-14, 05:54 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 736
Posted By hochflynn

There are many shops with great mechanics in...

There are many shops with great mechanics in Philly. To narrow things down I would start with first checking what shops are near you. There are also adult bike repair classes that can be helpful if...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-27-14, 06:38 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,001
Posted By hochflynn

Been using www.ridewithgps.com for years and...

Been using www.ridewithgps.com for years and always recommend it whenever the opportunity presents itself. Despite its name, you don't need a gps (but it is an easy download of your route to a gps if...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
12-14-13, 03:34 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,121
Posted By hochflynn

The Lancaster Covered Bridge ride was my first...

The Lancaster Covered Bridge ride was my first event when I started cycling in 2002 (started in May). I did the full metric century distance on a hybrid bike. One month later I sold my hybrid to my...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-11-13, 04:47 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,355
Posted By hochflynn

Shimano Ultegra came out with 11 speed this...

Shimano Ultegra came out with 11 speed this spring.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-11-13, 04:40 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 6,197
Posted By hochflynn

Funny thing today, I led a club ride this morning...

Funny thing today, I led a club ride this morning and ten of us approached a 4 way stop, with a cop car stopped at the stop sign perpendicular to our right. He waived us on as we were slowing, and...
Forum: Northeast
06-04-13, 10:11 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,587
Posted By hochflynn

you might want to check out adventure cycling and...

you might want to check out adventure cycling and see what maps they have available for the east coast that would incorporate Maine to Philly.
Forum: Introductions
02-16-13, 06:19 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 259
Posted By hochflynn

and so much fun to be had

and so much fun to be had
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-15-13, 05:08 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 444
Posted By hochflynn

Lots of great tires out there, so you'll get a...

Lots of great tires out there, so you'll get a lot of different feedback and questions about where and how much you ride, your riding style, weight and such. I actually have used the Vredestein...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-29-13, 04:20 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,012
Posted By hochflynn

Not a rule, but with a winter birthday month, one...

Not a rule, but with a winter birthday month, one should do a 1/2 year birthday ride, 6 months from your birthday ride 65.5 miles.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-23-13, 06:16 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,755
Posted By hochflynn

to go the informal route, and get the word out,...

to go the informal route, and get the word out, you might want to use meet-up.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-19-12, 08:10 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 733
Posted By hochflynn

Unfortunately I have first hand experience that...

Unfortunately I have first hand experience that not only are bikes in car carriers not covered by auto policy, but neither are the carriers.

Two years ago I left my house with 2 bikes on my Thule...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-19-12, 11:26 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 614
Posted By hochflynn

www.phillybikeclub.org We redid our site a...

www.phillybikeclub.org We redid our site a couple of years ago and are constantly modifying it. We've paid particular attention to automating as much as we can for our ride leaders to enter rides...
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