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Forum: Road Cycling
02-23-24, 12:52 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 2,481
Posted By oxman

I bought this new in the late 80's. It is my...

I bought this new in the late 80's. It is my cottage bicycle. This bike has Shimano New 600 indexed shifting with 6 gears. For some unknown reason, this is the quietest drivetrain that I have ever...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-13-23, 11:23 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,635
Posted By oxman

I wear sleeves nearly all the time. I find them...

I wear sleeves nearly all the time. I find them fairly effective but not perfect at blocking sunlight, slightly better than a high SPF waterproof sun protection lotion. I do not find them hot. They...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-22-22, 07:23 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,113
Posted By oxman

I have the first and last traits well in hand....

I have the first and last traits well in hand. This has worked decently well for me so far through life, though I just may be too stupid to conduct any meaningful introspection.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-22, 03:09 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,678
Posted By oxman

Already mentioned above, but adding additional...

Already mentioned above, but adding additional information:
Rim strips can be made from, as far as I know: tape, rubber, plastic. I have experienced issues with rubber and plastic:
Rubber: The...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-25-22, 06:49 AM
Replies: 3,260
Views: 635,244
Posted By oxman

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Near Acton, Ontario, Canada from a few weeks ago, before all the leaves had...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-25-22, 09:22 AM
Replies: 3,260
Views: 635,244
Posted By oxman

This is my favourite thread. I continue to very...

This is my favourite thread. I continue to very much enjoy the amazing and varied riding locations that riders enjoy. Thank you all so much for taking the time to capture and post your pictures.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-19-21, 09:08 AM
Replies: 3,116
Views: 533,181
Posted By oxman

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Forum: Road Cycling
06-30-21, 01:24 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,698
Posted By oxman

I thought that I had read on this site numerous...

I thought that I had read on this site numerous times that Campagnolo typically offers individual replacement parts. I am not doubting you of course, just asking.

I really like the silver finish...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-22-21, 02:17 PM
Replies: 21,328
Views: 5,184,254
Posted By oxman

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Forum: Road Cycling
03-04-21, 01:53 PM
Replies: 3,260
Views: 635,244
Posted By oxman

A hearty thank you to all those posting pictures...

A hearty thank you to all those posting pictures from their rides. It is very enjoyable to me to see what others experience on their rides. The majority of my rides are boring in comparison, but I...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-30-20, 01:46 PM
Replies: 277
Views: 26,239
Posted By oxman

820 miles. Paltry, but my highest ever.

820 miles. Paltry, but my highest ever.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-30-20, 08:30 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 9,451
Posted By oxman

My incidents pale in comparison to others here. ...

My incidents pale in comparison to others here.

Some passes from vehicles are too close for comfort. Some drivers simply cannot wait, they have to pass. One time, a car was passing slower traffic,...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-21-20, 08:49 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 4,606
Posted By oxman

My sixth decade on this fine earth is coming to a...

My sixth decade on this fine earth is coming to a close - I have been riding a bicycle consistently for a long time.

However, I have recently come to the conclusion that I do not have over 50...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-20-20, 01:47 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 6,579
Posted By oxman

Astounding top speeds here!

Astounding top speeds here!
Forum: Road Cycling
10-20-20, 07:16 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 6,579
Posted By oxman

65 km/hr. This is slow for many here, but too...

65 km/hr. This is slow for many here, but too much for me. I fear failure of some kind, mechanical, running out of skill, with nothing but a helmet and lycra to save me.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-02-20, 01:55 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,678
Posted By oxman

Using warm water, not hot, I rinse off the entire...

Using warm water, not hot, I rinse off the entire helmet, including the straps in the kitchen sink. I then drop dish soap in a few areas and work it in into the padding and straps. I follow this up...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-21-20, 12:21 PM
Replies: 3,905
Views: 474,478
Posted By oxman

I started wearing a helmet when cycling around...

I started wearing a helmet when cycling around 1980/81 if memory serves me. I always wear a helmet. Currently wearing a Bell with MIPS.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-10-20, 04:55 AM
Replies: 3,260
Views: 635,244
Posted By oxman

Eastern Ontario - Ottawa River

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Forum: Road Cycling
07-15-20, 09:17 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 9,089
Posted By oxman

Wow. I am amazed at the high thresholds that many...

Wow. I am amazed at the high thresholds that many have. My limits are more pedestrian, perhaps in mid to high 20's at most. I am Canadian, for whatever that is worth here. We have had many days here...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-12-20, 05:02 PM
Replies: 3,260
Views: 635,244
Posted By oxman

A big thank you to everyone who contributes to...

A big thank you to everyone who contributes to this thread. I very much enjoy seeing the varying landscape experienced by people here.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-06-20, 02:56 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 7,507
Posted By oxman

#1...

#1 (https://www.bikeforums.net/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=1) and #2 (https://www.bikeforums.net/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=2) are from cycling?
Forum: Road Cycling
06-29-20, 09:50 AM
Replies: 122
Views: 19,348
Posted By oxman

My condolences to his family.

My condolences to his family.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-25-20, 06:41 AM
Replies: 16,131
Views: 722,784
Posted By oxman

Very sad to hear that.

Very sad to hear that.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-09-20, 08:54 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,406
Posted By oxman

Thank you eduskator for your suggestion. I will...

Thank you eduskator for your suggestion. I will employ more caution for myself. I did bonk once, many years ago, when I was under fueled and under dressed. I do not want to repeat that bad experience.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-09-20, 12:44 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,406
Posted By oxman

Last Saturday, I completed my longest ride in...

Last Saturday, I completed my longest ride in several decades. I felt good the whole ride, though I was starting to feel a bit hungry towards the last half hour but did not eat the banana that I had...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-25-20, 06:17 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 626
Posted By oxman

Thank you all again!

Thank you all again!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-25-20, 11:37 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 626
Posted By oxman

I took the pedals to the local bike shop to have...

I took the pedals to the local bike shop to have a look. In the end, I purchased some new Look Keo 2 Max. I did not want to play around with nearly 30 year old pedals. The shop did not either, as...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-25-20, 09:04 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 626
Posted By oxman

Unfortunately, I do not see a means to remove the...

Unfortunately, I do not see a means to remove the bearing.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-25-20, 06:41 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 626
Posted By oxman

Pedal separates from shaft

Right side pedal keeps separating itself from the axle.

First occurrence was perhaps 200 km ago, at which time I disassembled, cleaned and greased and tightened with a wrench. During a ride...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-13-20, 09:06 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 4,931
Posted By oxman

This is very helpful tip for me. There are so...

This is very helpful tip for me. There are so many knowledgeable people that share tips that are so useful. Thank you so much!
Forum: Road Cycling
12-12-19, 08:04 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,044
Posted By oxman

Great accomplishment that you should be proud of....

Great accomplishment that you should be proud of. You have inspired me to work harder. Thank you.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-07-19, 12:11 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,813
Posted By oxman

I used to wheelie back in the seventies as a...

I used to wheelie back in the seventies as a teenager (yes, I am old) on an in-expensive department store "10 speed" with chromed steel wheels and dropped bars. I could lift into a wheelie with one...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-30-19, 10:54 AM
Replies: 241
Views: 49,909
Posted By oxman

My real name is Oscar. Oxman is a nickname penned...

My real name is Oscar. Oxman is a nickname penned from a brother in law decades ago.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-15-19, 11:21 AM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,401,002
Posted By oxman

I have had this bicycle for about three years and...

I have had this bicycle for about three years and am finally getting around to posting. Story on how I got it: A friend of mine and I were at a bicycle store as he needed to pick something up. Found...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-04-19, 05:41 AM
Replies: 3,260
Views: 635,244
Posted By oxman

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Near Lachute, Quebec
Forum: Road Cycling
02-19-18, 01:36 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 11,376
Posted By oxman

I wear black lycra cycling shorts and a bright...

I wear black lycra cycling shorts and a bright jersey for visibility that is somewhat loose and flaps in the wind at times. I wear barely visible socks. My middle name is surely Fred.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-06-18, 07:04 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 5,946
Posted By oxman

I am enjoying my Lezyne Micro Drive. It has a 180...

I am enjoying my Lezyne Micro Drive. It has a 180 lm setting for daytime use. It has more than enough run time at this brightest setting for my needs.

I initially found that it rattled at times on...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-03-18, 03:04 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 7,477
Posted By oxman

A paltry 255 miles outdoor (plus 84 miles running...

A paltry 255 miles outdoor (plus 84 miles running fwiw).

My indoor cycling and running during the winter months is unknown, but even more paltry.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-11-12, 09:36 PM
Replies: 342
Views: 17,843
Posted By oxman

I am too fat for this sport. I am also too slow...

I am too fat for this sport. I am also too slow for this sport.

Thankfully, I am very stupid, which I find beneficial.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-02-10, 08:02 PM
Replies: 166
Views: 9,058
Posted By oxman

I believe that you are faster on the Cervelo. ...

I believe that you are faster on the Cervelo. What is puzzling is why you are faster. I don't believe it is due to a difference in the frame. Perhaps placebo? Position? Wheels/tires?

Take...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-21-10, 09:43 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,423
Posted By oxman

I have Oakley Polarized Whisker Rx. They are...

I have Oakley Polarized Whisker Rx. They are fantastic for riding, driving, etc.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-18-10, 10:41 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 465
Posted By oxman

Alias seat sag

My Specialized Alias is a fairly good match to my body. The one issue that I have is that it sags under my weight (185 pounds). I try to counter act this by mounting the seat with a slight nose...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-18-10, 05:19 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,157
Posted By oxman

I too am fat. However, this is offset by the...

I too am fat. However, this is offset by the fact that I am quite stupid.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-04-09, 12:07 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,183
Posted By oxman

jdon, I very much respect what you did...

jdon,

I very much respect what you did today. Very well done.

Oscar
Forum: Road Cycling
11-03-09, 04:18 PM
Replies: 124
Views: 6,189
Posted By oxman

Let's take a step back, and review the original...

Let's take a step back, and review the original post. While traveling at 60 km/h, he is buzzed by an object with significant weight. This is clearly a risk to the cyclist.

I don't know what your...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-03-09, 11:39 AM
Replies: 124
Views: 6,189
Posted By oxman

jdon, May I inquire as to where this...

jdon,

May I inquire as to where this incident took place?

Your signature says GTA. I live in Oakville. Though I am done for the year due to achilles tendinitis; when I get back on the bike...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-01-09, 09:54 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,568
Posted By oxman

I have a Specialized Alias 143 mm. I need to set...

I have a Specialized Alias 143 mm. I need to set it with a slightly nose down attitude. Once I plant my my fat behind on the saddle, the rear of the saddle sags. It is somewhat annoying, as I...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-01-09, 07:01 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,753
Posted By oxman

I do not believe that much wear can occur in a...

I do not believe that much wear can occur in a few hundred miles. A few thousand miles sounds more realistic.

You now have at least a few options. You can try to return it. You can sell it...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-01-09, 06:35 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 3,416
Posted By oxman

pdedes, that does not sound right to me. ...

pdedes, that does not sound right to me. Increasing forward momentum from zero does not change acceleration toward the ground.

I fell while track standing at a red light, hurting my left wrist. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-17-09, 11:14 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 4,355
Posted By oxman

The rider coasts with her right foot fully...

The rider coasts with her right foot fully extended, and made numerous right hand turns that way. I hope she doesn't find out the hard way what happens if you drag a pedal in a hard turn.

If...
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