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Forum: Road Cycling
04-14-24, 07:40 PM
Replies: 1,001
Views: 16,130
Posted By datlas

If you are a baseball fan, I see the Red Socks...

If you are a baseball fan, I see the Red Socks are at home this week. :innocent:

If you like seafood, supposedly “The Daily Catch” is really good.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-14-24, 07:33 PM
Replies: 1,001
Views: 16,130
Posted By datlas

We got tired of constantly opening the door for...

We got tired of constantly opening the door for Jackie, so today’s project was installing a cat/pet door.

She was initially skeptical but already has the hang of it.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-14-24, 07:26 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 416
Posted By datlas

I know you said you don’t want a metal cage, but...

I know you said you don’t want a metal cage, but I suggest you reconsider King stainless steel cages.

As above they won’t make marks on your bottles and grip great. I have them on my CF bike and...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-14-24, 05:16 PM
Replies: 1,001
Views: 16,130
Posted By datlas

Can you say teat? Breast? Nipple?? It’s what...

Can you say teat? Breast? Nipple?? It’s what the thing is designed for.

Both our daughters were breastfed for a year. When Hannah was 4 months old Mrs datlas went back to work 3 days/week so...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-14-24, 03:30 PM
Replies: 1,001
Views: 16,130
Posted By datlas

Usually fatigue. Here is some interesting...

Usually fatigue.

Here is some interesting reading material….although it’s advertising so be a little skeptical.

https://teamhotshot.com/pages/science
Forum: Road Cycling
04-14-24, 02:34 PM
Replies: 1,001
Views: 16,130
Posted By datlas

We had a good and fairly hard ride today. On...

We had a good and fairly hard ride today. On longer rides I sometimes have had issues with muscle cramps....

I am fairly confident my muscle cramps are NOT due to issues with...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-13-24, 05:44 PM
Replies: 1,001
Views: 16,130
Posted By datlas

Brick house? I approve.

Brick house? I approve.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-13-24, 04:08 PM
Replies: 1,001
Views: 16,130
Posted By datlas

She wants the 2 piece meal for $5.99 includes a...

She wants the 2 piece meal for $5.99 includes a biscuit and mashed potatoes. I am a vegetarian so likely to get a bean burrito, although this new item called grilled cheese black bean burrito looks...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-13-24, 03:39 PM
Replies: 1,001
Views: 16,130
Posted By datlas

Mrs datlas is looking for a decadent cheap dinner...

Mrs datlas is looking for a decadent cheap dinner date. The leading contender is the combo KFC/Taco Bell. It’s a cut below Chipotle, but the good news is the budget is Saturn-like.
04-13-24, 06:12 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 355
Posted By datlas

Thanks for the offer. Aware of Rapha but they...

Thanks for the offer. Aware of Rapha but they limit rental to 3 days and I want a week.

I am sure I will find a rental, but looks like Santa Monica or Pasadena are best, unless there is a secret...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-13-24, 06:09 AM
Replies: 1,001
Views: 16,130
Posted By datlas

Wet roads and 20-25MPH winds. Not riding. ...

Wet roads and 20-25MPH winds. Not riding. Phooey!
04-12-24, 04:18 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 355
Posted By datlas

Thanks. Will consider, but I am looking for a...

Thanks. Will consider, but I am looking for a rental for a week abd website says no overnight rentals.
04-12-24, 02:20 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 355
Posted By datlas

Seems that way. Looks like best bets are either...

Seems that way. Looks like best bets are either Santa Monica (easier to downtown) or Pasadena.

Luckily both are reachable by public transit.
04-12-24, 01:47 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 355
Posted By datlas

Since we are staying in downtown I had hoped to...

Since we are staying in downtown I had hoped to source a rental there. It seems that is not likely based on my search so far.
04-12-24, 01:45 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 355
Posted By datlas

True. I borrowed a friend of a friend’s bike but...

True. I borrowed a friend of a friend’s bike but that has drawbacks so I want to rent.

My hope is to ride up Mt Baldy, in addition to other adventures. Last time Baldy was icy so I had to settle...
04-12-24, 10:58 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 355
Posted By datlas

Thanks for the offer. But I ride a 58 or 59.

Thanks for the offer. But I ride a 58 or 59.
04-12-24, 09:42 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 355
Posted By datlas

Road Bike Rental in LA

We are visiting LA in May and I am looking to rent a road bike for a week.

It need not be too fancy, aluminum frame and 105 or even Tiagra level components are ok with me.

On our last visit we...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-12-24, 04:45 AM
Replies: 1,001
Views: 16,130
Posted By datlas

Did the stem come from another dimension?

Did the stem come from another dimension?
Forum: Road Cycling
04-10-24, 11:39 AM
Replies: 1,001
Views: 16,130
Posted By datlas

My friend who crashed sent his S-works SL8 to a...

My friend who crashed sent his S-works SL8 to a place that apparently does ultrasound analysis on crashed crabon frames to test their integrity. Apparently his frame is fine but fork must be...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-10-24, 11:36 AM
Replies: 1,001
Views: 16,130
Posted By datlas

I am super thrifty bordering on hoarder. ...

I am super thrifty bordering on hoarder.

Pitch gilet means take it off, roll up, and stash in rear jersey pocket.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-10-24, 10:56 AM
Replies: 1,001
Views: 16,130
Posted By datlas

We had a spirited and fantastic ride. I believe...

We had a spirited and fantastic ride. I believe there were 15 riders total. Temps warmed up quickly so I was able to pitch the gilet at the rest stop and finish the ride just with bibs/short sleeve...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-10-24, 05:47 AM
Replies: 1,001
Views: 16,130
Posted By datlas

Time to ride! :bday:

Time to ride!

:bday:
Forum: Road Cycling
04-09-24, 01:09 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 337
Posted By datlas

Tough to say if the pedals are really the...

Tough to say if the pedals are really the problem. If you had been using them for almost 2 years with no issues, I can't help but wonder if something else has changed that caused this problem.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-09-24, 12:27 PM
Replies: 1,001
Views: 16,130
Posted By datlas

At least you can climb higher that way. ...

At least you can climb higher that way.

Right?
Forum: Road Cycling
04-09-24, 11:57 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 2,703
Posted By datlas

Did you post your works in the "whats in your...

Did you post your works in the "whats in your saddle bag?" pic thread??
Forum: Road Cycling
04-09-24, 11:55 AM
Replies: 1,001
Views: 16,130
Posted By datlas

Q: Is a flat tire funner when riding on climbing...

Q: Is a flat tire funner when riding on climbing wheels?

:innocent:
Forum: Road Cycling
04-09-24, 07:50 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 2,703
Posted By datlas

For future reference, please carry a spare tube...

For future reference, please carry a spare tube and also a peel-back stick-on patch (in case of multiple flats).

Riding on a flat clincher tire is not a winning strategy.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-07-24, 02:15 PM
Replies: 1,001
Views: 16,130
Posted By datlas

Jackie wants to go outside, but is a scaredy cat....

Jackie wants to go outside, but is a scaredy cat.

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_0031_584a868ac31e54e48c117ea5e884561d040c6cdc.jpeg
Forum: Road Cycling
04-07-24, 02:06 PM
Replies: 1,001
Views: 16,130
Posted By datlas

We had a good ride today. Usually we do our...

We had a good ride today. Usually we do our longer/harder ride on Saturday and easy/shorter on Sunday, but the gang wanted to flip it as yesterday was windy. We had a good group of 9 and everyone...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-07-24, 01:26 PM
Replies: 1,001
Views: 16,130
Posted By datlas

I hope it’s not painful. We have been putting a...

I hope it’s not painful. We have been putting a lot of funds into T bills so interest income this year is relatively high. Gotta write a big check in a week. :twitchy:
Forum: Road Cycling
04-05-24, 03:48 AM
Replies: 1,001
Views: 16,130
Posted By datlas

What about panic? ...

What about panic?

https://youtu.be/CM3fCUmSheY?si=wl1r09f6dWPBXo0X
Forum: Road Cycling
04-05-24, 03:40 AM
Replies: 1,001
Views: 16,130
Posted By datlas

Hi! What’s this thread about?

Hi!

What’s this thread about?
Forum: Road Cycling
04-04-24, 03:55 PM
Replies: 12,296
Views: 229,864
Posted By datlas

I believe it takes years, but once that happens...

I believe it takes years, but once that happens you have to replace the battery I believe, not any other components.

And yes, the integrated PM for SRAM is a plus for those who want it. Everyone...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-04-24, 03:53 PM
Replies: 12,296
Views: 229,864
Posted By datlas

Of course non-racers can use a power meter. In...

Of course non-racers can use a power meter. In my case, I have been riding long enough that I know when I am going into the "red" zone and when I am not, so from my perspective I don't think I want...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-04-24, 02:00 PM
Replies: 12,296
Views: 229,864
Posted By datlas

I also prefer Shimano. The issue is that since...

I also prefer Shimano. The issue is that since SRAM bought the Hammerhead, they have dropped support for Di2 and are going to have better integration with eTap AXS going forward. I think with...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-04-24, 01:00 PM
Replies: 12,296
Views: 229,864
Posted By datlas

True confession time: I used to think...

True confession time:

I used to think Robert Palmer and Carl Palmer (of ELP fame) were possibly the same person.

(ducks)
Forum: Road Cycling
04-04-24, 12:57 PM
Replies: 12,296
Views: 229,864
Posted By datlas

I had lunch with 4 other cycling friends...

I had lunch with 4 other cycling friends (including the one who is off the bike from the crash, he will be able to get back on the road in a month). The initial chitchat was interesting, and topics...
04-03-24, 04:24 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 1,842
Posted By datlas

Can’t you stay there and WFH??

Can’t you stay there and WFH??
Forum: Road Cycling
04-03-24, 08:58 AM
Replies: 12,296
Views: 229,864
Posted By datlas

Speaking of which, it’s raining quite heavily...

Speaking of which, it’s raining quite heavily here so today’s ride is canceled. A few of my friends and I are meeting the one guy who crashed a few weeks ago for lunch. He is off the bike for at...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-03-24, 08:56 AM
Replies: 12,296
Views: 229,864
Posted By datlas

She is a cruel mistress. So I have heard.

She is a cruel mistress. So I have heard.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-02-24, 05:45 PM
Replies: 12,296
Views: 229,864
Posted By datlas

The Saturn’s stock battery lasted around 12...

The Saturn’s stock battery lasted around 12 years. The second one only lasted about 10. It’s got a few years on its third.

YMMV
Forum: Road Cycling
04-02-24, 05:43 PM
Replies: 12,296
Views: 229,864
Posted By datlas

Not sure embed feature works, but video worth...

Not sure embed feature works, but video worth watching.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-02-24, 02:17 PM
Replies: 12,296
Views: 229,864
Posted By datlas

The spam in general has gone from call girls to...

The spam in general has gone from call girls to loans. I suppose this is a natural progression.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-02-24, 01:46 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 1,565
Posted By datlas

LIked. Although my daughters prefer the one from...

LIked. Although my daughters prefer the one from Wicked:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R4rpG-dipYA&pp=ygUOd2lja2VkIHBvcHVsYXI%3D
Forum: Road Cycling
04-02-24, 12:24 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 1,565
Posted By datlas

What the fork are you talking about?

What the fork are you talking about?
Forum: Road Cycling
04-02-24, 10:33 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 1,565
Posted By datlas

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HFCv86Olk8E&pp=ygU...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HFCv86Olk8E&pp=ygUYaGFtbWVyIHRvbyBsZWdpdCB0byBxdWl0
Forum: Road Cycling
04-02-24, 09:00 AM
Replies: 12,296
Views: 229,864
Posted By datlas

But did you vote??

But did you vote??
Forum: Road Cycling
04-01-24, 07:14 PM
Replies: 12,296
Views: 229,864
Posted By datlas

See the connection?

See the connection?
Forum: Road Cycling
04-01-24, 07:10 PM
Replies: 12,296
Views: 229,864
Posted By datlas

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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04-01-24, 06:09 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,125
Posted By datlas

This is now ancient history, but the original 10...

This is now ancient history, but the original 10 speed Ultegra 6700 chain (cn6700) had a major defect that caused breakage (it happened to me) and that’s why they stopped making that version and...
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