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Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-29-08, 12:21 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 735
Posted By Mphetameme

I tried to follow your link and irocycles.com...

I tried to follow your link and irocycles.com doesn't actually exist. I'm assuming you meant http://www.irofixedgear.com/
Forum: Winter Cycling
06-27-08, 01:35 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,928
Posted By Mphetameme

I bought a downhill ski helmet a few years ago...

I bought a downhill ski helmet a few years ago for my winter riding and LOVE it. It's a Giro, I forget which model. I find it's too hot for anything warmer than -5C. I don't need any more layers...
Forum: Winter Cycling
06-27-08, 01:31 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 972
Posted By Mphetameme

Looks nice, but you'll have to be careful not to...

Looks nice, but you'll have to be careful not to zip your hair in the zipper! Well done!
Forum: Training & Nutrition
06-25-08, 11:15 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,668
Posted By Mphetameme

Me too

I also used the rocks. They don't keep me from sweating but I have zero BO. Even with antiperspirants I could never go for a ride and then do any sort of normal activity afterwards without...
Forum: Triathlon
06-25-08, 10:53 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,040
Posted By Mphetameme

Bricks refer to training two disciplines in one...

Bricks refer to training two disciplines in one workout.
Forum: Winter Cycling
09-18-07, 07:05 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,537
Posted By Mphetameme

Ride Before First Ice

Also be sure to read the instructions that come with the tires. My Nokian 360s had to be ridden on dry pavement for (from memory) 30 km or so to drive the studs in a bit. I'm coming up on my third...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
06-25-07, 03:26 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,317
Posted By Mphetameme

Hempalicious

Indeed, though this seems to be less of an issue here in Canada. There is a thriving hemp industry in the western part of the country, we're starting to see a lot more little hemp shops popping up...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
06-25-07, 03:21 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,317
Posted By Mphetameme

Not a nut

No it's a seed. Hemp seed, from the Cannabis plant.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
06-25-07, 07:41 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,317
Posted By Mphetameme

Hemp Protein

I was shopping in my local supermarket when I came across this Hemp Protein Powder (http://www.manitobaharvest.com/products/index.asp?itemID=158). No sugar added, no preservatives, no additives,...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
06-14-07, 08:37 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,715
Posted By Mphetameme

Health Reasons

I'm curious to know what the health reasons are? I also haven't eaten meat for around 2 years and my main motivator for giving it up was health reasons. I still eat some cheese and eggs...
Forum: Winter Cycling
01-21-07, 12:31 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,421
Posted By Mphetameme

Goggle and Face Protection

I hate wearing goggles except when it's incredibly windy or there's lots of flying snow that actually hits the eyes. Generally I wear a fleece-lined neoprene mask on the face and an alpine ski...
Forum: Winter Cycling
01-12-07, 09:23 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,698
Posted By Mphetameme

Cold but no blizzard

Wow we had insane wind here and high wind chill but nothing like that blizzard. -30F, -54F with the wind chill but you can see for miles which means it's a good day to ride!...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-01-06, 09:45 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 936
Posted By Mphetameme

Maybe there should be a sticky for FAQs if this...

Maybe there should be a sticky for FAQs if this is a recurring issue?
Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-01-06, 09:28 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,053
Posted By Mphetameme

Ironically, "plain" fortified soy milk (SILK...

Ironically, "plain" fortified soy milk (SILK brand) tastes sweeter than 2% milk but contains LESS sugar. This particular brand is sweetened with evaporated certified organic sugar cane juice. My...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-30-06, 06:44 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 9,058
Posted By Mphetameme

My experience with college students is that they...

My experience with college students is that they won't steal your bike if they think they're SUPPOSED to. I vote (wait... are we taking votes?) to just leave it in the bike rack and see if anyone...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-30-06, 06:40 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 967
Posted By Mphetameme

Well got on that, dammit. Can I get some...

Well got on that, dammit. Can I get some solidarity here?

Seriously, I was going to respond something to the effect that I didn't think there was a safety issue here so much as an ideological...
Forum: Commuting
04-29-06, 10:34 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,321
Posted By Mphetameme

I'm not really a "waver". I usually reciprocate...

I'm not really a "waver". I usually reciprocate if someone initiates, but I never wave first. I just don't feel compelled to do so.
Forum: Commuting
04-28-06, 09:43 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 760
Posted By Mphetameme

I also leave my house at 6 to arrive at work at...

I also leave my house at 6 to arrive at work at 7, but I shower and eat at home and pack a snack and lunch, so I just change in the washroom at work. I know most people probably immediately think I...
Forum: Western Canada
04-26-06, 07:10 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 5,311
Posted By Mphetameme

Yeah it is

Good call! I live pretty close to IPSCO and I work at the University.:o
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-26-06, 11:18 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,579
Posted By Mphetameme

Workout From Hell

I saw huge gains in strength, specifically Strength to Weight Ratio by following the Workout from Hell (http://www.immortal.net.au/climbing/resources/training/workout_from_hell.html). You'll find...
Forum: Western Canada
04-25-06, 10:46 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 5,311
Posted By Mphetameme

Regina here

Old thread I know but...

1. Yes (Regina too!), 17km commute each way
2. No.... but I've always wanted to
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-03-06, 12:28 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,913
Posted By Mphetameme

Uh, yeah. In fact, they froze in October and...

Uh, yeah. In fact, they froze in October and didn't thaw until March. I guess I should make room in my apartment for my bike.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-02-06, 08:22 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,913
Posted By Mphetameme

Just curious, is there some way to prevent these...

Just curious, is there some way to prevent these sort of cracks in the future? I only bought these tires last year and never used them all winter. The bicycle sat wrapped in a tarp under my deck...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-02-06, 05:48 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,913
Posted By Mphetameme

Thank you so much for the advice. Although here...

Thank you so much for the advice. Although here in canada our hospital stays don't result in bills, I'd still rather not go through the pain and inconvenience of a Halo. :D I'll get these replaced...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-02-06, 04:55 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,913
Posted By Mphetameme

Cracks in Tire?

Not sure if this is the proper place to post this or not but I just pulled my bike out from under the deck after the winter and found these cracks all over the tires. How serious is this? I only use...
Forum: Winter Cycling
11-15-05, 03:31 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 988
Posted By Mphetameme

The transition period really depends on your...

The transition period really depends on your climate. We just went from no snow and mild temps to a blizzard and -15C (5F) in a space of two days. I'm very glad I have my Nokian Extreme 296s.
...
Forum: Winter Cycling
11-15-05, 03:17 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,488
Posted By Mphetameme

Excellent! I will definitely have to pick up a...

Excellent! I will definitely have to pick up a pair of those. Not sure if you knew this, but MEC has free shipping on web orders right now. I think the limit is $75 but I'm not sure. Easy to blow...
Forum: Winter Cycling
11-15-05, 01:47 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,488
Posted By Mphetameme

I also use goggles in the winter. Below -20C you...

I also use goggles in the winter. Below -20C you pretty much have to. One irritation I've found is that 'Clear' seems to be a really unpopular colour for goggle lenses. I'm at the point where if I...
Forum: Winter Cycling
11-15-05, 09:46 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,488
Posted By Mphetameme

Thanks for the replies. Maybe I will just stick...

Thanks for the replies. Maybe I will just stick with a regular cycling helmet with a cover. Last year I was out in -45C weather and howling wind and my head never really got cold (thanks to this...
Forum: Winter Cycling
11-14-05, 10:10 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,488
Posted By Mphetameme

Recommend a Good Winter Helmet

It occured to me that a snowboarding/skiing helmet would probably make a good winter cycling helmet. Anyone know of a good place (preferably in Canada) to buy such a thing?

I bought this helmet...
Forum: Winter Cycling
09-01-05, 08:44 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,118
Posted By Mphetameme

I biked all last year (12 km commute) in...

I biked all last year (12 km commute) in Saskatchewan, Canada. We don't get a lot of snow here but it's enough to make it slick and it's really damn cold outside.

If you live in an area where...
Forum: Commuting
07-19-05, 04:47 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,141
Posted By Mphetameme

I really like the crystal - have been using it...

I really like the crystal - have been using it for years now. It certainly does NOT keep you from sweating, but I never have BO anymore.
Forum: Commuting
07-19-05, 04:45 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,952
Posted By Mphetameme

Yeah that's what I've done as well. I've had the...

Yeah that's what I've done as well. I've had the good fortune of marrying a massage therapist, and the leg hair doesn't go so well with the massage lotion. But I tend to get ingrown hairs on my...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
06-16-05, 12:07 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,317
Posted By Mphetameme

Wow. I am suitably impressed, that is a hell of...

Wow. I am suitably impressed, that is a hell of a lifestyle change. I'm sure your family is proud of you! Congrats! Oh, and the menu looks pretty good, especially if you were eating a lot of...
Forum: Commuting
05-11-05, 03:27 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 3,578
Posted By Mphetameme

:p Yes! I like this one. In big dangerous cities...

:p Yes! I like this one. In big dangerous cities maybe wouldn't be such a good idea, but where I live this would be great!
Forum: Winter Cycling
02-16-05, 12:22 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 4,669
Posted By Mphetameme

Same story here in Regina - 90% of the time I'm...

Same story here in Regina - 90% of the time I'm riding on pavement or packed snow and I'm cursing the rolling resistance, then yesterday I hit a big patch of skating-rink-quality ice right at a busy...
Forum: Winter Cycling
02-14-05, 09:15 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 844
Posted By Mphetameme

I live in Regina and I biked through the winter...

I live in Regina and I biked through the winter for the first time this year, commuting about 45 minutes to work. I picked up some Nokian studded tires (the tungsten ones) and have really...
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