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Forum: Training & Nutrition
08-08-13, 01:46 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 5,391
Posted By flashpoint145

Muscle milk is full of chemicals too. Get a nice...

Muscle milk is full of chemicals too. Get a nice whey protein powder as a minimum and mix it up with milk, water, whatever. BCAA's, glutamine, casein are also things you should look in to.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-08-13, 01:43 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 841
Posted By flashpoint145

You're doing something wrong if you have no...

You're doing something wrong if you have no improvement. Increase your miles. Do intervals on the trainer. Get a coach.

Stick with the fast group, by the way.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
08-08-13, 01:39 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,881
Posted By flashpoint145

Probably psychological. Immune system...

Probably psychological.

Immune system response does not affect the skeletal system in that it would cause pain. And if there was inflammation secondary to an immune response, the facial edema and...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
08-08-13, 07:55 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 683
Posted By flashpoint145

fluid trainer vs rollers

So I have a fluid trainer and have just bought a set of rollers.

I know rollers don't have a lot of resistance so they'll be good for cadence and form work, but other than that, what sort of stuff...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
06-24-13, 01:42 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,515
Posted By flashpoint145

#1...

#1 (http://www.bikeforums.net/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=1) : Stop warming up as soon as possible close to the start time. Minimize your downtime.
On my first race, I overdid the warmup....
Forum: Triathlon
06-21-13, 07:22 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,507
Posted By flashpoint145

Trifolk never understand this is THE WORST look...

Trifolk never understand this is THE WORST look EVER. I mean AWFUL.

Worse than riding a bike with calf compression sleeves
Forum: Southeast
06-18-13, 03:10 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,520
Posted By flashpoint145

Critical mass=hipster fixies sticking it to "the...

Critical mass=hipster fixies sticking it to "the man"
Forum: Southeast
06-18-13, 03:09 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 892
Posted By flashpoint145

West Orange Trail. there is a bike shop RIGHT on...

West Orange Trail. there is a bike shop RIGHT on the trail.

http://orlandobikerental.com/

The trail is about 40 mi end-to-end. Make it shorter/longer. Well stocked rest stops with...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
06-16-13, 08:45 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,246
Posted By flashpoint145

yes please

yes please
Forum: Road Cycling
06-16-13, 07:54 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 974
Posted By flashpoint145

If you're a pro, then go to the wind tunnel and...

If you're a pro, then go to the wind tunnel and find what causes the least drag.

If you're not, find what's most comfortable given the proper positioning. :)
Forum: Road Cycling
06-16-13, 07:46 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 11,829
Posted By flashpoint145

Unless you pay $600 extra, in which case you get...

Unless you pay $600 extra, in which case you get disproportionately less.


Because I have a full chinese carbon frame and wheelset, 56mph.
And that was with the brakes that came with the...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-16-13, 07:43 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,358
Posted By flashpoint145

700x23 is the most common and you should be fine...

700x23 is the most common and you should be fine with it.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
06-16-13, 07:42 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,246
Posted By flashpoint145

Someone has never seen Women's beach volleyball. ...

Someone has never seen Women's beach volleyball.

I imagine Men's swimming would be better,for the ladies.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-11-13, 11:31 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 479
Posted By flashpoint145

Yeah I was hoping to have to not buy entire new...

Yeah I was hoping to have to not buy entire new brake cartridges when all I need are bolts, but oh well.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-11-13, 10:05 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 479
Posted By flashpoint145

Where to buy replacement fixing bolts/brake bolts

Some brake bolts of mine are fixing and I am not sure where to buy replacements for rim brakes.

I contacted FSA and they said check your local bike shop that deals FSA, which I did, and they said...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-07-13, 01:22 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,227
Posted By flashpoint145

Come to Florida for a Summer afternoon ride. 90...

Come to Florida for a Summer afternoon ride. 90 degrees with 90% humidity.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
06-07-13, 10:22 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 975
Posted By flashpoint145

Masters. More skill, less risk.

Masters.
More skill, less risk.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-06-13, 08:15 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 20,541
Posted By flashpoint145

The faster you go the easier it is. There's...

The faster you go the easier it is. There's hundreds of ways to go about doing this, but the end goal is to get as flat a back as possible.

I personally like grabbing the brake levers while...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-06-13, 08:12 PM
Replies: 191
Views: 11,056
Posted By flashpoint145

Haters gon' hate.

Haters gon' hate.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-06-13, 08:06 PM
Replies: 161
Views: 7,921
Posted By flashpoint145

Okay so I am seriously in awe. As are...

Okay so I am seriously in awe.


As are you when he drives right into your wheel.
And then the bills for truing, carbon repair, medical bills, new helmet, etc.
Probably a good idea to not pull...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-06-13, 12:26 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 3,789
Posted By flashpoint145

One reason is to add on about 5 pounds. ...

One reason is to add on about 5 pounds.

Other than that, man the f*** up
Forum: Road Cycling
06-06-13, 12:25 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,356
Posted By flashpoint145

I used to use lizardskins too but now use the...

I used to use lizardskins too but now use the Prologo OneTouch. Way better. Way more cushion given the lesser thickness.
Same tape as Orica Greenedge, if you're familiar, for reference. It looks...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-06-13, 12:24 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 6,069
Posted By flashpoint145

I think the OP is a newbie given the input...

I think the OP is a newbie given the input provided on this thread.

Yup.
Forum: For Sale
06-06-13, 08:37 AM
Replies: 1,401
Sticky Saddle swap
Views: 389,717
Posted By flashpoint145

Have: Fizik Ardea (Damn near exactly like...

Have:
Fizik Ardea
(Damn near exactly like aliante)


want:
fizik airone
ritchey (any ritchey saddle but prefer biomax)
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
06-05-13, 07:09 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 806
Posted By flashpoint145

So anyway, about that bike racing thing....

So anyway, about that bike racing thing....
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
06-05-13, 07:09 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 3,884
Posted By flashpoint145

What a party pooper.

What a party pooper.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
06-05-13, 07:06 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 7,542
Posted By flashpoint145

My team uses Jakroo. They're all for...

My team uses Jakroo.

They're all for discounts if you team has any potential. They sponsor many UCI teams, cashcall, Firefighters, canondale, etc.

Bibs are okay, they run quite short, think of...
Forum: For Sale
05-21-13, 07:42 PM
Replies: 1,401
Sticky Saddle swap
Views: 389,717
Posted By flashpoint145

Have: Prologo Scratch (white) T 2.0 ...

Have: Prologo Scratch (white) T 2.0 BBBBBBBBBBBBBRAND NEW. NEW.

Want: Fizik Antares or Aliante (Willing to give a little extra $$). Or fizik airone VS (with cutout)

PM me as I likely will...
Forum: Southeast
05-12-13, 11:10 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,423
Posted By flashpoint145

I dont plan on traveling to do a touring ride if...

I dont plan on traveling to do a touring ride if there is no incentive. Not to mention dumping hundreds and hundreds of $$$

I'll stick to the road races.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
05-12-13, 11:01 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,354
Posted By flashpoint145

Bingo. Any sports drink will contain sugar,...

Bingo.

Any sports drink will contain sugar, which in turn contains calories.

Try Scratch Labs Hydration Mix. Thank me later. I'm sure you will.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-09-13, 05:39 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,093
Posted By flashpoint145

Protein: Daily? Or...Only post-workout?

So wanted to get the general broscience consensus on protein.

I am a competitive cyclist, racer, road/track etc etc etc blah blah blah. I train to perform well in races and am not just a casual...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
05-08-13, 07:50 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 9,505
Posted By flashpoint145

K. I love you and everything about you. No...

K. I love you and everything about you. No h0mo...unless you're into that.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
05-08-13, 07:50 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 783
Posted By flashpoint145

I am noticing a more defined ass ever since I...

I am noticing a more defined ass ever since I catted up.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
05-06-13, 01:01 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,980
Posted By flashpoint145

Sure is mysterious in here.

Sure is mysterious in here.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
05-05-13, 07:01 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 9,505
Posted By flashpoint145

No soigneur? -Carry extra bottle in jersey ...

No soigneur?
-Carry extra bottle in jersey
-Carry extra gels
-Use as little energy as possible. Draft like you've never drafted befrore.

Seatpost bottle cages are tacky, unaesthetic, and look...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
05-05-13, 07:00 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 783
Posted By flashpoint145

Eww, but his balls touched the chamois? Does that...

Eww, but his balls touched the chamois? Does that make me gay
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
05-05-13, 02:42 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 800
Posted By flashpoint145

I've noticed for my local races it's about 75%...

I've noticed for my local races it's about 75% online and 25% day of.

IMHO it helps the event organizers to register earlier so they have funds-in-pocket to pay for things needed at the race,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-05-13, 01:45 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 806
Posted By flashpoint145

FWIW I have a tiagra FD with ultegra everything...

FWIW I have a tiagra FD with ultegra everything else. Works fine. Races well.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-05-13, 01:42 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,194
Posted By flashpoint145

Welcome and congrats! Don't be shy. Sign up...

Welcome and congrats!

Don't be shy. Sign up for your first race now, to motivate you to train!
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
05-05-13, 01:36 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 783
Posted By flashpoint145

The feel when you join a new team

....and you have to buy all new stuff.

Yeah, that's me right now.

Buh bye $300.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-05-13, 01:36 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,358
Posted By flashpoint145

Oh lawdy.

Oh lawdy.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-05-13, 01:35 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 595
Posted By flashpoint145

Happens to my rims all the time. It's probably...

Happens to my rims all the time. It's probably the residue from the cork pads.

When I wash my bike/wheels it comes off.



TIP (only cause it caused me to crash)
So furinature polish is...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-05-13, 01:33 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 8,760
Posted By flashpoint145

First off, yes, get a bike fit. Until then,...

First off, yes, get a bike fit.

Until then, FIRST make your saddle level, like acutally use a level to make sure it's straight. Play around with different positions.
Obviously a sprint in the...
Forum: Southeast
05-04-13, 07:23 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 673
Posted By flashpoint145

Virginia group rides / training

I was trying to get information on group rides in the Virginia Beach area? I'm going up there for 2 weeks from FL.

Anything from 21-27 is ideal. I also am interested in any triaining...
Forum: For Sale
03-21-13, 01:40 PM
Replies: 409
Views: 157,310
Posted By flashpoint145

LOOKING FOR 100MM STEM. 31.8 Name...

LOOKING FOR 100MM STEM.

31.8

Name brand.

$$$ may be involved.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
03-20-13, 06:10 PM
Replies: 172
Views: 8,203
Posted By flashpoint145

Shouldn't have let a gap open. If he was actually...

Shouldn't have let a gap open. If he was actually a good rider that wouldn't have happened in the first place.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
03-20-13, 06:09 PM
Replies: 172
Views: 8,203
Posted By flashpoint145

Perhaps I am wrong, but aren't there far better...

Perhaps I am wrong, but aren't there far better ways to correct a wrong action than to nearly wreck the person with poor handling skills to begin with?


That, and the immense...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-17-13, 03:48 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,124
Posted By flashpoint145

Your size will probably be around the 52" - 54"...

Your size will probably be around the 52" - 54" range.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-17-13, 03:47 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 26,217
Posted By flashpoint145

Looks super weird with ~30mm of spacers sticking...

Looks super weird with ~30mm of spacers sticking up from above the stem. I have a moderate desire to make the bike visually appealing.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-17-13, 03:39 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 26,217
Posted By flashpoint145

In case you haven't read, which you haven't: ...

In case you haven't read, which you haven't:

I have blown $550 on bike fittings. Each one makes the situation worse. I had an initial fit after I got the bike, another after I upgraded bars and...
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