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05-24-13, 04:37 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 922
Posted By UpL8

I too am a woman, but since even Aerotech's...

I too am a woman, but since even Aerotech's women's jerseys appear to be sized in such a way that I wouldn't be comfortable in them, I end up purchasing Aerotech's tall men's jerseys, and they are...
05-24-13, 04:13 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,253
Posted By UpL8

I'll be celebrating 50 in October of this year....

I'll be celebrating 50 in October of this year. What I did to soften the blow of "turning 50" was to see it pragmatically...the truth is, I've been in my 50th year since last October.

Try it, it...
12-22-12, 01:57 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 996
Posted By UpL8

Okey dokey! Shouldn't be a problem checking every...

Okey dokey! Shouldn't be a problem checking every 500 miles or so...I haven't even racked up 500 miles since returning to riding! LOL! Checking seems easy enough though...I will keep it in mind!...
12-22-12, 01:20 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 996
Posted By UpL8

Point well-taken, TrojanHorse! LOL! Drunken...

Point well-taken, TrojanHorse! LOL! Drunken monkey = funny visual. I planned to go over the bike myself as I assemble what I need to, and then it goes to the mechanic for proper finishing and...
12-22-12, 01:11 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 996
Posted By UpL8

So, Rowan, do you think I should go ahead and...

So, Rowan, do you think I should go ahead and replace the BB prior to even seriously riding this bike? I mean, if replacing the BB now staves off potential failure of the stock BB, it might be for...
12-22-12, 01:07 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 996
Posted By UpL8

You guys are great! You make comments and/or ask...

You guys are great! You make comments and/or ask questions that I never think of in advance...prathmann, yes, the ability to select from a variety of tire widths was another reason I got this bike, I...
12-22-12, 12:55 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 996
Posted By UpL8

Yep, Rowan...I already have a very capable local...

Yep, Rowan...I already have a very capable local bike mechanic who will do the work I need and that which is beyond my ability...I too have concerns about the wheels/spokes that I'd just as soon...
12-22-12, 12:25 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 996
Posted By UpL8

"Fools rush in,

where angels fear to tread." So goes the saying. Maybe I shouldn't be as happy about this as I am, but I bought this:
...
11-09-12, 03:35 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 917
Posted By UpL8

I have actually taken to doing a cardio cycling...

I have actually taken to doing a cardio cycling class once a week at the (somewhat) local Zumba joint. I started the class to try and keep in shape over the winter since I can't seem to find the time...
09-27-12, 11:35 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 641
Posted By UpL8

I'm a Type 2 diabetic also; while I don't crave...

I'm a Type 2 diabetic also; while I don't crave sweets or feel as though I need them, I use artificial sweeteners on a routine basis myself. For a couple of years my go-to sweetener was Splenda,...
07-07-12, 04:05 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,745
Posted By UpL8

I lived in Winslow, AZ for a summer as a teen and...

I lived in Winslow, AZ for a summer as a teen and used to ride frequently during that time. The hottest temperature/ride that I experienced there was 116 degrees, but I didn't realize it at the time...
07-07-12, 03:51 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 5,143
Posted By UpL8

Hello Old Al -- First off, I am REALLY an...

Hello Old Al --

First off, I am REALLY an Athena...that said, I am working on 'improvements' where my general health and weight is concerned. I have absolutely no experience with Weight Watchers...
06-26-12, 12:13 AM
Replies: 566
Views: 55,124
Posted By UpL8

Okay, this is my contribution to this...

Okay, this is my contribution to this thread...:thumb:

Name: Oh

Age: 48

Marital Status: Never married, never gonna be married!

Height/weight: 5'7"/282 lbs.
06-14-12, 11:38 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 890
Posted By UpL8

Thanks so much to all who have replied with your...

Thanks so much to all who have replied with your own inspirational tales of overcoming your own fears, for thought-provoking commentary and for well-wishes - I haven't been here at this forum long,...
06-13-12, 03:25 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 890
Posted By UpL8

SortaGrey - Thank you so much for the reply...

SortaGrey -

Thank you so much for the reply and the clarification! I am totally with you on the food thing, it isn't a reward, it's fuel...a necessity. Before I was diagnosed with diabetes I lived...
06-13-12, 12:37 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 890
Posted By UpL8

Why, whatever do you mean with this comment? Food...

Why, whatever do you mean with this comment? Food as a reward caused me to crash my bike, and dislocated my finger? My tube to split at the seam? Food as a reward makes the people of my community...
06-12-12, 11:39 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 890
Posted By UpL8

Oh my goodness, don't tempt me! LOL! Being...

Oh my goodness, don't tempt me! LOL! Being diabetic however, will prevent me from such indulgences. Still, there's always the benefit of a vivid imagination, eh?

Yeah, I'm getting 'there'...I rode...
06-10-12, 04:37 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 890
Posted By UpL8

I know what you mean...I have gone back and forth...

I know what you mean...I have gone back and forth with how I feel about the people who ignored me, from serious irritation to amusement, maybe a little being PO'd thrown in for variety. Ultimately, I...
06-10-12, 01:37 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 677
Posted By UpL8

Absolutely! This is one of the very first things...

Absolutely! This is one of the very first things I had to figure out upon my diagnosis of Type 2 diabetes...portion control, and that just because something is 'contained' in a convenient 'serving'...
06-10-12, 01:24 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 890
Posted By UpL8

Getting past fear.

Okay, I just read and replied to avmech's post about a near-heart attack, so I do actually have proper perspective around this - understanding that avmech's medical emergency is/was far more...
06-10-12, 12:18 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 718
Posted By UpL8

Awesome catch that saved your life! As someone...

Awesome catch that saved your life! As someone else said, it's great that you got help in time. Too many people don't recognize signs/symptoms of a life-threatening emergency...glad to hear that you...
06-08-12, 06:06 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 408
Posted By UpL8

I would have done the Albuquerque TdC last...

I would have done the Albuquerque TdC last Saturday, June 2, 2012 'cept it was canceled. It was to be my first TdC and I signed up to do a 25 mile ride. I still trained/rode like I was going to...
06-07-12, 11:49 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 818
Posted By UpL8

Thanks Wolfwerx, for a most excellent reply!...

Thanks Wolfwerx, for a most excellent reply! Particularly around the Slime tubes...didn't even think about the inability to patch them, but after your thoughts on them, it makes sense. I will...
06-06-12, 04:40 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 818
Posted By UpL8

I got my first flat on Thursday, May 31st....

I got my first flat on Thursday, May 31st. Unfortunately, it was in the middle of a turn and the tire blew out (I guess you could call such an occurrence a flat on steroids). As the bike slid out...
05-02-12, 12:19 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 2,987
Posted By UpL8

I too am considering dietary veganism as an...

I too am considering dietary veganism as an alternative "treatment" of my Type 2 diabetes. I think I have hit the wall with my original plan of action: I am slowly regaining weight and my medication...
05-01-12, 11:53 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 726
Posted By UpL8

Hello! I too am an aging Athena (with a little of...

Hello! I too am an aging Athena (with a little of her half-sister Artemis thrown in to boot), I'm 48 years old. Just started riding again after 32 years and yeah, found the adage true...it IS like...
04-03-12, 08:59 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 587
Posted By UpL8

Tour de Cure

tk4790 -

I donated a little and like your page at the Tour site! Not that I expect it, but I kinda like the idea of "riding" with you - excellent idea!

And, I guess it can't hurt to post the...
04-03-12, 03:53 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 587
Posted By UpL8

Hey tk4790! I am riding in the Albuquerque...

Hey tk4790!

I am riding in the Albuquerque Tour de Cure on June 2, 2012. In fact, the Tour is the only reason I started riding a bike again after maybe 35 years. I don't know about you, but I am a...
03-28-12, 01:36 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 2,418
Posted By UpL8

Hello all! This is my first post at Bike...

Hello all!

This is my first post at Bike Forums and I appreciate being here, particularly in this board. I would classify myself as an Athena (with Artemis thrown in to boot)! I weigh 270 pounds...
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