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Forum: Road Cycling
12-15-09, 06:18 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 628
Posted By Vince868

Tires - 28 to 25?

At age 50 I started riding more seriously this (3000+) year. I purchased a Trek7.2fx and have update to clipless pedals and upgraded tire from the Bontragers 35s to Conti Ultra Gators 28s and really...
Forum: Winter Cycling
11-06-09, 07:42 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,684
Posted By Vince868

Southern Indiana

Southern Indiana
Forum: Road Cycling
10-27-09, 07:35 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,220
Posted By Vince868

Rain jacket recommendations?

I'm looking for a light rain jacket. Any recommendations?
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
10-27-09, 07:34 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 670
Posted By Vince868

Conti Gator tire life?

Anyone got any estimates how long I can ride on my Conti Ultra Gators? I've got about 2000 miles on them so for and was wondering any projections?
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-27-09, 07:32 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,894
Posted By Vince868

Hilly Hundred riders?

Anyone ride in the Hilly Hundred this past weekend? If so, what were your riding times? This was my first ride in the event.
Forum: Winter Cycling
10-22-09, 07:12 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,684
Posted By Vince868

Getting cold feet!!!

My first season is coming up for riding in cold weather. I have a entry level Pearl Izuma MTB shoe which is vented on the top. I don't really want to buy another pair of shoes at this point. What...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-22-09, 07:07 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 380
Posted By Vince868

Shoe issues help needed

1). This is the first year that I have started wearing clipless shoes and have the MTB SPD clipless shoes. At this point I have about 2600 miles experience with them but still can't get comfortable...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
09-09-09, 07:37 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 641
Posted By Vince868

Suppliment recommendations?

I'm 50 years old, ride about 75-100 miles per week and would like to know if anyone can recommend a suppliment to take to prior and after riding longer rides? Whey?
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-09-09, 07:32 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 22,450
Posted By Vince868

Encouragement for the 7.2 fx

I am 50 years old, typically rode about 500 miles a year on a road bike. This year I bought a 7.2 fx with the goal to increase my riding. After 6 months I've rode about 2200 miles and just road my...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-22-09, 09:22 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,235
Posted By Vince868

Rear hub 'grinding' noise

I have an 1980s Schwinn LeTour that needed the rear hub rebuilt due to a grinding noise. I took the hub apart, cleaned all parts and put in new bearings, packed with quality grease and put back...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-19-09, 04:29 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 525
Posted By Vince868

bottom bracket bearing replacement?

As a favor for a friend, I tore down his 1980(?) Schwinn LeTour Bottom bracket due to noise. When apart I found one of the ball bearing retainers to be 'broken'. What are my options? find new...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-17-09, 07:51 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 34,274
Posted By Vince868

I got back into riding this year (50 years old),...

I got back into riding this year (50 years old), bought a 7.2 fx...added Conti Ultra Gatorskins 28s run at 100psi, added clipless pedals and am averaging 15-17mph on rides of 20-75 miles. The...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-11-09, 07:43 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 402
Posted By Vince868

Buying a small replacement cog?

Does anyone know if I can buy the small sprocket (cog) for a 7 speed Shimano gear cluster, if so from where?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-08-09, 06:58 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 929
Posted By Vince868

Can you take bike gear clusters apart?

My neighbor broike over there Walmart MTB which has a the high gear sprocket broken. I have taken the cluster off. Can you take the cluster apart and replace the small gear? This is a Shimano.
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
07-30-09, 06:18 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,322
Posted By Vince868

Hill climbing strategy

I'd appreciate feedback regarding strategy for climbing hills on rural country roads in regards to staying on the seat vs standing. Is it recommended to stay in the seat and keep cadence or is...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-30-09, 06:12 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 707
Posted By Vince868

Dog vs Man?

I'd appreciate any tips that you have for dogs that chase you? I enjoy riding the rural country roads but the junk yard dogs get tiring after a while (although they help with the mph!)
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-30-09, 06:08 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,297
Posted By Vince868

Trek vs Gary Fisher

I have a friend who is looking to buy his first mountain bike. He is looking at Trek but the local bike store who sells both Trek and Gary Fisher to consider the Gary Fisher as well as GF is a sister...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-18-09, 08:16 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,626
Posted By Vince868

Causes for chain to come off?

Can anyone advise possible items that causes chains to come off the front chainring?
ie...a worn chain
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-15-09, 07:24 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 428
Posted By Vince868

Repair gear cluster or toss the bike?

A neighbor brought me an Walmart bike to my house and asked if it could be repaired. The back wheel free wheels when you pedal it. The gear cluster spins on the wheel. Can it be fixed easily or is...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
07-09-09, 07:53 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,169
Posted By Vince868

What's your road gear

I'd be curious to hear what gear you typically ride in on flat ground and no wind (and your typical speed).
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
07-05-09, 05:38 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 508
Posted By Vince868

Book recommendations?

Any suggested readings regarding long distance riding? ie...technique, training, etc
Forum: Road Cycling
06-28-09, 05:51 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 487
Posted By Vince868

Contis

I just upgraded from 700x35 Bontragers to 700x28 Conti Ultra Gators. The Bontragers ran about 80psi, the Contis run around 100psi. The ride was smoother and I picked up 1.5-2mph. Substantial...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
06-25-09, 07:56 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 389
Posted By Vince868

Head or Tail?

This is my first year that I have started riding longer distances, typically 1-4 hour rides. I have a Trek Hybrid 7.2fx which is adequate for the level of riding I'm at current (about 1200 miles in 4...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
06-25-09, 07:44 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,307
Posted By Vince868

After ride nutrition

I am 50 years old and increased my riding this year. Typically ride 1-4 hours. Should I be taking any nutritional suppliments following my rides for muscle toning?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-11-09, 08:26 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 402
Posted By Vince868

tube tied?

I just traded my 700x35s for 700x28s which I purchased new tubes for the 28s. On my second ride I had a flat and I put one of the 35s tubes in place. It seems to work without any problem. Is there an...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-08-09, 07:22 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 458
Posted By Vince868

Flats

Is it fairly common to blow out an inner tube by running over a sharp rock? I just switched tires from 700x35 Bontragers to 700x28 Conti Gatorskins and had this problem on my second ride on the...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
06-08-09, 07:17 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 7,875
Posted By Vince868

Pump recommendations

This year I've started to begin riding longer distances, currently up to around 4 hours, and wondered any recommendations for pumps. Ie...frame mounted or carrying in a seat pack. Also, second...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
05-19-09, 08:16 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,480
Posted By Vince868

Gatorade vs 'electro-lite'

I started riding longer distances this year and wondered if anyone has thoughts regarding preferred or recommended fluids while riding....especially regarding using a standard electrolyte drink...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-09-09, 08:43 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 450
Posted By Vince868

Rain apparel 

What is the recommended apparel for riding in the rain? I am looking at my first distance ride and wondered what someone would recommend? ie....special jersies, pants or rainsuit?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-09-09, 08:38 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,895
Posted By Vince868

Correct gear names?

I had riden the same roadbike for 20 years which was a 12 speed. Thus when in the small front chainring I knew I was in gears 1-6 and with the large in gears 7-12. I now have a new bike, 24 speed,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-09-09, 08:32 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 956
Posted By Vince868

7.2 fx

I have a Trek 7.2fx and added the bar ends which really give you an alternate hand position. As far as aerodynamics, they actually hinder as they put you in more of an upright position. Its a bit of...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
05-08-09, 07:01 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,075
Posted By Vince868

Riding on interstates?

What are thoughts regarding riding on interstates for distance rides? Legal, not legal, recommended or not recommended?
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
05-08-09, 06:59 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 437
Posted By Vince868

Training strategy - flats and hills

I'm looking at riding my first century this year in October. Have been doing the 10% steady increasing since February. But my question is what is the recommendation for training on flats and hills....
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
04-28-09, 07:57 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,099
Posted By Vince868

Nutrition

Any recommendations or favorites for nutrition when riding. I've started stretching out my rides....up to about 3 hours. Have been sampling different protein or energy bars. I'm also mixing 1/2...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
04-21-09, 07:41 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,261
Posted By Vince868

Answers to questions posted

How fast did you ride for 10-15 miles? 14-16 mph
How fast for 50? 13.5 mph

How much did you increase distance each week? About 10%
What was your longest ride prior to 50? Had been building...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
04-20-09, 04:09 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,261
Posted By Vince868

Cramping or fatigue or not ready?

I'm 50 years old, have been riding about 500 miles per year. This year I plan to ride more...have about 500 miles in 2 months. Typically have been taking 10-15 miles rides with a longer ride one time...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-19-09, 05:01 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 556
Posted By Vince868

Cramping or fatigue?

I'm 50 years old, have been riding about 500 miles per year. This year I plan to ride more...have about 500 miles in 2 months. Typically have been taking 10-15 miles rides with a longer ride one time...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-15-09, 06:47 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,835
Posted By Vince868

7.2 fx

I just shopped same bikes as you are looking at in the Trek line and bought the 7.2 fx. Have about 400 miles on it and have had positive comments (including working into the saddle). I would...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-06-09, 06:49 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 800
Posted By Vince868

Toe clips/straps recommendations

Any recommendations for toe clips/straps? I would like to progress to clips/straps before/if moving to clipless. I have seen some adds for PowerGrips.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-04-09, 07:13 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 489
Posted By Vince868

100 mile training

I am 50 years old and typically have ridden about 500 miles per year. I am entertaining riding in a local 2 day, 100 mile ride (the Hilly 100 in Bloomington, Indiana).
Does anyone have advise or a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-21-09, 09:11 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,289
Posted By Vince868

Upgrade hybrid tires?

I just bought a Trek 7.2 fx and ride solely on the road. The current tires (35mm) hold 60-80lbs and I have been running right at the 80lb mark. Does anyone know if possible to upgrade the tires to a...
Forum: Introductions
03-21-09, 08:49 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 212
Posted By Vince868

Introduction Vince

My name is Vince and I just joined the bike forum. I'm 50 years old and have typically riden road bikes in the neighborhood of 500 miles annually. I just bought a new Trek 7.2 fx hybrid with the...
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