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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-14-14, 08:59 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,023
Posted By kris7047th

I have a Trek 520 with the bar end shifters. I...

I have a Trek 520 with the bar end shifters. I like them as they are designed for a touring bike and are more dependable than the STI brakes and cheaper to repair.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-14-14, 12:53 AM
Replies: 3,581
Views: 990,876
Posted By kris7047th

368695 My newest bike. This winter has been...

368695

My newest bike. This winter has been brutal in Michigan. The day after I took this pic we got a 8" dumping of snow and it's the middle of March. I need this fat bike just navigate...
Forum: Alt Bike Culture
03-13-14, 08:23 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,647
Posted By kris7047th

I am a lady, but yes it was awesome to be able to...

I am a lady, but yes it was awesome to be able to ride again. Yeah .. we got NAILED with snow yesterday in SE Michigan. My son in law got caught up in that massive pile up of semis down in Ohio...
Forum: Alt Bike Culture
03-11-14, 01:46 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,647
Posted By kris7047th

Back On My Surly Pugsley

... after fracturing my pelvis 8 weeks ago today it feels so good to be able to ride again. While I was laid up I did a few minor upgrades. This bike is so much fun to ride. As for the horrible pot...
Forum: Touring
03-11-14, 07:01 AM
Replies: 444
Views: 227,542
Posted By kris7047th

Felt like a hard plastic to me. They sold the...

Felt like a hard plastic to me. They sold the bike.


I wish Trek would offer disc brakes on the 520. I have come to LOVE the disc brakes on both of my mt bikes .. they are so much more responsive.
Forum: Touring
03-11-14, 06:52 AM
Replies: 444
Views: 227,542
Posted By kris7047th

I was advised to put a plastic covering/bag...

I was advised to put a plastic covering/bag around the pump to prevent mud/water etc from working into the pump's internal parts. The last upgrade I did was a double kick stand. I dropped my bike a...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-10-14, 07:25 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 5,307
Posted By kris7047th

I am retired and when I decided to get a bike the...

I am retired and when I decided to get a bike the LAST place would be Walmart for a $200 bike. I did that back in '01 and so regretted that decision. I sold the bike the next year in a garage sale...
Forum: Touring
03-10-14, 01:18 AM
Replies: 444
Views: 227,542
Posted By kris7047th

I got to compare my bike to the new one that had...

I got to compare my bike to the new one that had just come in. The rings definitely looked like a hard plastic.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-01-14, 08:41 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 10,764
Posted By kris7047th

I agree. Black is known to absorb heat, while...

I agree. Black is known to absorb heat, while white reflects the heat from the sun. However, I recently bought a neon green Bontrager Quantum Helmet on sale. I bought a Specialized purple helmet...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-01-14, 08:19 PM
Replies: 3,581
Views: 990,876
Posted By kris7047th

We have been knee deep in snow in Michigan. This...

We have been knee deep in snow in Michigan. This fat-bike is SOoo much fun to ride.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-01-14, 06:47 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,022
Posted By kris7047th

You are most welcome sir. I am healing from a...

You are most welcome sir. I am healing from a fractured pelvis. I hope to be back on my bikes soon, probably begin with my Pugsley Fat-Bike for safety. Yup .. stick with the advice your doctor is...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-24-14, 12:12 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,022
Posted By kris7047th

Still .. ASK YOUR DOCTOR to avoid further damage....

Still .. ASK YOUR DOCTOR to avoid further damage. If he is having hip surgery .. it's for a very good reason and IMO should not ask for advice on an internet forum. We have no idea what his medical...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-24-14, 12:05 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 10,764
Posted By kris7047th

I agree with this. How many of us wear *kits* ?...

I agree with this. How many of us wear *kits* ? Anyways, white will match anything and reflect heat = cooler. However, I did purchase a neon green Bell Super helmet .. a mt bike helmet that should be...
Forum: Winter Cycling
02-03-14, 08:17 AM
Replies: 1,384
Views: 526,680
Posted By kris7047th

362656 Surly Pugley fat-bike

362656

Surly Pugley fat-bike
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-02-14, 04:26 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 12,858
Posted By kris7047th

This is the same for me. After years of chronic...

This is the same for me. After years of chronic back pain I experienced a herniation and back surgery 1999. I am 63, will be 64 in August. I started riding last March, joined a small group in May...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-27-14, 03:58 AM
Replies: 21,339
Views: 5,203,490
Posted By kris7047th

361595 The Surly Pugsley fatbike. I have...

361595

The Surly Pugsley fatbike. I have been buying bright greeness for it .. neon green bottle cages, Fyxation pedal, and green Lizard Skin grips are on the bike now but this pic was taken...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-25-14, 04:16 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,170
Posted By kris7047th

You really need to hydrate .. drink water before...

You really need to hydrate .. drink water before going to bed which is very good for the heart.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-20-14, 04:00 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 7,805
Posted By kris7047th

Good for you! You are doing it right. I started...

Good for you! You are doing it right. I started out last spring .. March/April with 2 mile rides and worked up beginning on my REI Madrona 29'er trips to the grocery etc. A month later I bought a...
Forum: Winter Cycling
01-13-14, 08:27 AM
Replies: 1,384
Views: 526,680
Posted By kris7047th

359391

359391
Forum: Winter Cycling
01-11-14, 02:58 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,647
Posted By kris7047th

359116 http://www.pogies.com/ Bar Mitts

359116

http://www.pogies.com/

Bar Mitts
Forum: Winter Cycling
01-11-14, 02:50 PM
Replies: 1,384
Views: 526,680
Posted By kris7047th

359114 Just picked this up last Thursday,...

359114

Just picked this up last Thursday, and put green Bontrager bottle cages that match the pedals pretty good today.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-11-14, 02:46 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 17,189
Posted By kris7047th

http://www.ebay.com/itm/VINTAGE-JC-HIGGINS-ROAD-BI...

http://www.ebay.com/itm/VINTAGE-JC-HIGGINS-ROAD-BIKE-BICYCLE-MADE-IN-AUSTRIA-FOR-SEARS-SINGLE-SPEED-/181299641406?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item2a364cfc3e
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-09-14, 08:15 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 7,805
Posted By kris7047th

My pride and joy Trek 520 358806 REI...

My pride and joy Trek 520

358806

REI Novara Madrona .. This pic was taken shortly after purchasing and the seat has been fixed/leveled. I interchange bags and front bag with all of my bikes,...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-08-14, 08:59 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 7,805
Posted By kris7047th

I am a 63 yr old lady, bought my first bike in...

I am a 63 yr old lady, bought my first bike in many years one of those *comfort* bikes at REI Novara Transfer with fenders, rack etc in spring of '12. It didn't take me long to realize the bike was...
Forum: Touring
12-30-13, 07:46 AM
Replies: 444
Views: 227,542
Posted By kris7047th

I was able to compare my 2012 alongside the 2014...

I was able to compare my 2012 alongside the 2014 and I am so glad that I bought the 2012. There are plastic rings/fittings instead of the metal brass colored ring right above the fork and at the...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-18-13, 07:45 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,651
Posted By kris7047th

Depending on what the road conditions and if you...

Depending on what the road conditions and if you desire to continue to ride through the winter (assuming you live in a colder state) I'd go with your first choice because of the disc brakes.

My...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-21-13, 11:45 AM
Replies: 21,339
Views: 5,203,490
Posted By kris7047th

lol .. FIXED !

lol .. FIXED !
Forum: Road Cycling
10-21-13, 11:20 AM
Replies: 21,339
Views: 5,203,490
Posted By kris7047th

They work great and barely have to grip them at...

They work great and barely have to grip them at all. Not like I put much stress on them anyways as I only weigh 122 lbs (female)

These type of brakes came stock on my Specialized Dolce Sport 2011...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-21-13, 07:15 AM
Replies: 21,339
Views: 5,203,490
Posted By kris7047th

347005 Brakes to be at my finger tips on my...

347005

Brakes to be at my finger tips on my Trek 520.


lol .. thanks for pointing out my typo Ghost Ryder (http://www.bikeforums.net/member.php/249711-Ghost-Ryder) :thumb: Fixed!
Forum: Utility Cycling
09-16-13, 07:36 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,156
Posted By kris7047th

This .. I take my bags into the store and load...

This .. I take my bags into the store and load them up before I leave. It's a one handed loading on the bike that make it so simple and convenient. Nothing will fall out, bags are waterproof and...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-16-13, 07:14 AM
Replies: 1,914
Views: 514,281
Posted By kris7047th

Yes I do .. looking into getting studded tires...

Yes I do .. looking into getting studded tires for the mountain bike and the Trek (wider tires too)
Forum: Touring
09-16-13, 07:05 AM
Replies: 444
Views: 227,542
Posted By kris7047th

I just bought my 520 last month right before the...

I just bought my 520 last month right before the new 2014 was announced. But I knew the color scheme as my LBS looked it up to compare pricing and components variances. I was glad to get the Dk...
Forum: Commuting
09-14-13, 07:44 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,455
Posted By kris7047th

Considering you paid that eight years ago, this...

Considering you paid that eight years ago, this seems pretty reasonable ..
...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-14-13, 07:27 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,935
Posted By kris7047th

Listen to your doctor. Bet he has experience, why...

Listen to your doctor. Bet he has experience, why he disagrees. Same thing happened with one of my daughters when her horse spooked riding bareback & halter and she came off .. thanks to her brother....
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
09-11-13, 09:37 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,167
Posted By kris7047th

English and western saddles are constructed much...

English and western saddles are constructed much the same the foundation with a tree. Quality leather is imperative. A good quality saddle, western or english is costly. It isn't uncommon at all for...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
09-11-13, 08:44 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,167
Posted By kris7047th

Nope .. the horse saddle is supported by a tree...

Nope .. the horse saddle is supported by a tree which is the frame, not the back of the horse. It's imperative that the tree fit the back of the horse to prevent soreness/injury to the horse.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-10-13, 06:34 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,190
Posted By kris7047th

Whom ever designed those traffic circles ought to...

Whom ever designed those traffic circles ought to be taken out and shot .. lol .. I was recently *initiated* to them recently when I drove to Ann Arbor Mi to visit s bike shop and had to drive on...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-09-13, 11:09 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,607
Posted By kris7047th

Another for Merino wool base layer and socks,...

Another for Merino wool base layer and socks, thermal tights. You might find the hunting clothing to restrictive (harder to swing a leg over the saddle) and heavy compared to clothing designed...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
09-09-13, 10:37 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,167
Posted By kris7047th

lol .. The saddle I restored about 20 years ago...

lol .. The saddle I restored about 20 years ago was/is a Keifer dressage riding saddle that was left in a damp basement .. turned green and mildewed horribly. The owner cleaned/washed it but the...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
09-09-13, 10:09 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,167
Posted By kris7047th

You are more experienced working with leather...

You are more experienced working with leather than the average person and know just how much heat & how long before harming the leather.
Forum: Utility Cycling
09-09-13, 05:48 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,156
Posted By kris7047th

I have been using a set of Ortlieb Sport Packer...

I have been using a set of Ortlieb Sport Packer Plus since April and either my Madrona MTB, rear rack or my new Trek 520. The bags have been awesome for grocery shopping .. so convenient on/off the...
Forum: Winter Cycling
09-09-13, 05:36 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,534
Posted By kris7047th

http://www.amazon.com/Stanley-1913-One-Hand-Vacuum...

http://www.amazon.com/Stanley-1913-One-Hand-Vacuum-Insulation/dp/B004YWGFMM/ref=sr_1_31?ie=UTF8&qid=1378726494&sr=8-31&keywords=stanley+thermos
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-07-13, 01:10 AM
Replies: 1,914
Views: 514,281
Posted By kris7047th

Hi everyone. I am a lady who just celebrated...

Hi everyone. I am a lady who just celebrated her/my 63rd birthday a few weeks ago.

I am pretty new to cycling *seriously* for health benefits and fun. I have managed to lose over 20 lbs, slimmed...
Forum: Touring
09-04-13, 06:08 AM
Replies: 444
Views: 227,542
Posted By kris7047th

338512 51c The trunk bag is off. I mostly...

338512
51c
The trunk bag is off. I mostly use a set of Ortlieb SportPacker Plus and I now have a set of the Ortlieb Back Roller Plus bags in Hazel.
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
09-04-13, 05:47 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,445
Posted By kris7047th

I recently bought a Trek 520 51c that came stock...

I recently bought a Trek 520 51c that came stock with 700c. I really didn't want 26" to begin with .. harder to keep up with the group I ride with since most have 700c's also.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-04-13, 04:35 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 11,079
Posted By kris7047th

NO !! Eating oils go rancid and eventually will...

NO !! Eating oils go rancid and eventually will rot the leather. The same is true with mineral oil. I have restored riding saddles, halters and bridles for years that were abused .. even when the...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-02-13, 12:28 PM
Replies: 8,742
Views: 642,437
Posted By kris7047th

Now you are being silly .. She was wearing an...

Now you are being silly .. She was wearing an English (4H spec.. required) riding helmet. There isn't much difference between a cycle helmet and a riding helmet that she was wearing .. quite thick...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-02-13, 12:06 PM
Replies: 8,742
Views: 642,437
Posted By kris7047th

The one that saved my daughter's life.

The one that saved my daughter's life.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-02-13, 12:00 PM
Replies: 8,742
Views: 642,437
Posted By kris7047th

Just my opinion .. which is logical to me and...

Just my opinion .. which is logical to me and others. We all have to live with the consequences we choose (and so do our families)

Like I said .. my helmet is just added insurance to protect MY...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-02-13, 11:51 AM
Replies: 8,742
Views: 642,437
Posted By kris7047th

Oooh .. I CAN DO THAT !! While at college some...

Oooh .. I CAN DO THAT !! While at college some years ago a school horse threw my daughter HEAD FIRST INTO A WALL. Had she not be wearing at helmet (4H specs which is higher rated than most worn by...
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