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Forum: Road Cycling
04-23-24, 10:29 AM
Replies: 1,387
Views: 25,947
Posted By TMonk

Over here I'm getting past peak cold symptoms,...

Over here I'm getting past peak cold symptoms, was sneezing, coughing and blowing my nose a lot yesterday. So more working from the comfort of my garage. I rode the TT bike on the trainer for a...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-23-24, 09:47 AM
Replies: 1,387
Views: 25,947
Posted By TMonk

oh, oops. reading comprehension, how does it...

oh, oops. reading comprehension, how does it work.

9 days is still a lot of time off the bike, esp for someone who rides as much as datlas
Forum: Road Cycling
04-23-24, 09:25 AM
Replies: 1,387
Views: 25,947
Posted By TMonk

I usually don't bother taking or renting bikes on...

I usually don't bother taking or renting bikes on trips that require a flight. But 2 weeks is a long time... Bummer about the rental location. I assume it's close to USC at least?
Forum: Road Cycling
04-22-24, 05:06 PM
Replies: 1,387
Views: 25,947
Posted By TMonk

Dangit. I'll be there in July for 4 nights...

Dangit. I'll be there in July for 4 nights surrounding my sister's wedding. Was hoping to rent a MTB and ride to some trails. Not sure I'd want to bother with renting a road bike, although I suppose...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-22-24, 03:39 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 947
Posted By TMonk

The spesh rib cages hold pretty well. I like...

The spesh rib cages hold pretty well. I like using classy stainless cages on some bikes (King or other brands), but they don't grab as tight and can toss bottles. So I don't use them on race bikes or...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-22-24, 01:15 PM
Replies: 1,387
Views: 25,947
Posted By TMonk

IMO wildfires are far and away our largest...

IMO wildfires are far and away our largest danger. Mudslides, earthquakes pale in comparison to the danger and damage we get from fire. Before we bought this townhome in 2022 (850k townhome....) we...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-22-24, 08:39 AM
Replies: 1,387
Views: 25,947
Posted By TMonk

Looks like I left the wine fridge door ajar all...

Looks like I left the wine fridge door ajar all night in the garage. Now something is making an awful noise (the compressor)? Any ideas on how to troubleshoot it? It was sorta spendy so if the...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-21-24, 03:20 PM
Replies: 1,387
Views: 25,947
Posted By TMonk

Also, this is gonna seem kinda silly, but Liz and...

Also, this is gonna seem kinda silly, but Liz and I are excited that we just assembled and installed our own toilet. We didn't do the flange, plumber did that, but we did everything over that. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-21-24, 03:02 PM
Replies: 1,387
Views: 25,947
Posted By TMonk

If you bracket the decade surrounding the famous...

If you bracket the decade surrounding the famous Miles *****es Brew album, you have my favorite period off jazz.

Some of the emergent releases right before hand are great, so much young talent,...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-21-24, 02:55 PM
Replies: 1,387
Views: 25,947
Posted By TMonk

Yes! ...

Yes!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3GZDKIn0oLQ
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
04-21-24, 01:03 PM
Replies: 17,819
Views: 1,462,703
Posted By TMonk

Just got in from a bit under 3 hrs on the road....

Just got in from a bit under 3 hrs on the road. Again, my legs felt good but I'm hacking and coughing a bit. Time to take it easy next week, no hard efforts or big TSS, except maybe a long MTB ride...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-21-24, 12:28 PM
Replies: 1,387
Views: 25,947
Posted By TMonk

Just got in from a bit under 3 hrs on the road. ...

Just got in from a bit under 3 hrs on the road. Again, my legs felt good but I'm hacking and coughing a bit. Time to take it easy next week, no hard efforts or big TSS, except maybe a long MTB ride...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-21-24, 08:43 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 991
Posted By TMonk

I went full modern w my most recent bike, ultegra...

I went full modern w my most recent bike, ultegra Di2 12, hydo disc etc. My two other road bikes are 11sp mechanical. I have to say, the new stuff is very, very easy to ride.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-21-24, 08:14 AM
Replies: 1,387
Views: 25,947
Posted By TMonk

Fun! I listened to it while slowly getting ready...

Fun! I listened to it while slowly getting ready for my ride and doing chores in the garage. I liked "Stompin' at the Savoy", and it RMOT killer version piano trio version from one of my favorite...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-20-24, 06:22 PM
Replies: 1,387
Views: 25,947
Posted By TMonk

Tedeschi/Trucks are both killer musicians. I...

Tedeschi/Trucks are both killer musicians. I remember my dad playing my some early Susan Tedeschi bluesy stuff when I was real little

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SDMba3pPhGs
Forum: Road Cycling
04-20-24, 10:07 AM
Replies: 1,387
Views: 25,947
Posted By TMonk

Liz is gonna have to start working again before...

Liz is gonna have to start working again before the year is out.... then we get to enjoy all of the pathogenic delight that daycare will bring. One scientist salary isn't enough to cover a family of...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-20-24, 07:25 AM
Replies: 1,387
Views: 25,947
Posted By TMonk

My window to ride this morning is now! For 1-1.5...

My window to ride this morning is now! For 1-1.5 hrs, with the baby monitor next to me on the trainer. Hopefully she stays asleep!

Should get a decently longer one in tomorrow, 3-4 hr. If I'm...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-19-24, 02:56 PM
Replies: 1,387
Views: 25,947
Posted By TMonk

omg! squeeze his insurance for all its worth!!!

omg! squeeze his insurance for all its worth!!!
Forum: Road Cycling
04-19-24, 12:23 PM
Replies: 1,387
Views: 25,947
Posted By TMonk

Ya who knows, could just be in the area for...

Ya who knows, could just be in the area for training? Not in the loop with racing out there.

I do come out to southern Az often for El Tour (de Tucson) and Valley of the Sun Stage race most years....
Forum: Road Cycling
04-19-24, 11:58 AM
Replies: 1,387
Views: 25,947
Posted By TMonk

Yep, def. a head cold going on that I most likely...

Yep, def. a head cold going on that I most likely picked up from Liz. Darnit. Was really hoping to get some TSS in tomorrow, we'll see about that. Maybe I'll stick indoors and just do 3-4 hours of...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-19-24, 11:54 AM
Replies: 1,387
Views: 25,947
Posted By TMonk

:beer:

:beer:
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
04-19-24, 11:43 AM
Replies: 17,819
Views: 1,462,703
Posted By TMonk

Lol, this sound like you are stuck in erg mode -...

Lol, this sound like you are stuck in erg mode - but in real life!

I'd encourage you to try and be a little less reliant on the computer. You should be able to do these with current power,...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-19-24, 11:40 AM
Replies: 1,387
Views: 25,947
Posted By TMonk

Training out in the wild with full aero setups...

Training out in the wild with full aero setups huh? Disc wheel etc... I ride shallow rims when training outdoor on my TT bike nearly all of the time, unless preparing for an event. I wonder if they...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-19-24, 09:31 AM
Replies: 1,387
Views: 25,947
Posted By TMonk

fair enough!

fair enough!
Forum: Road Cycling
04-19-24, 09:03 AM
Replies: 1,387
Views: 25,947
Posted By TMonk

Confused body today for me. Legs ready to go but...

Confused body today for me. Legs ready to go but I'm def. fighting something off, opaque mucus and some head congestion. I wanted tp go hard today but I turned it down a notch. Just finished Epic...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-19-24, 09:00 AM
Replies: 1,387
Views: 25,947
Posted By TMonk

the best part of MTB! Glad you enjoyed it. RE:...

the best part of MTB! Glad you enjoyed it. RE: hose, I just have it clipped on my left shoulder. So I have to grab it, but it is easier than a bottle.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
04-19-24, 07:55 AM
Replies: 17,819
Views: 1,462,703
Posted By TMonk

I think I'm fighting something off, a bit of...

I think I'm fighting something off, a bit of opaque mucus and some congestion. I wanted to go hard today and tomorrow and rest next week, but I'll have to play this by ear. I think I'll do some...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
04-19-24, 07:44 AM
Replies: 17,819
Views: 1,462,703
Posted By TMonk

Team events (TTT, TP) are also interesting too...

Team events (TTT, TP) are also interesting too since it's all about execution.... especially on the track. There is some choreography there. I have never raced a TP or IP but would like to try. I'd...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-18-24, 05:19 PM
Replies: 1,387
Views: 25,947
Posted By TMonk

^ those kinds of stories are what legends are...

^
those kinds of stories are what legends are made of!
Forum: Road Cycling
04-18-24, 04:15 PM
Replies: 1,387
Views: 25,947
Posted By TMonk

Got a bit of a special show I'm seeing tonight....

Got a bit of a special show I'm seeing tonight. Can't believe he's still touring at his age! Amazing! Seen him twice before. Last time it was quite progressive/fusion, which is totally my vibe. I may...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-18-24, 10:25 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 652
Posted By TMonk

I use a strip of old tire, bout 1" x 3", with the...

I use a strip of old tire, bout 1" x 3", with the bead cut out
Forum: Road Cycling
04-18-24, 09:14 AM
Replies: 1,387
Views: 25,947
Posted By TMonk

Close call a minute ago. Watching baby this AM...

Close call a minute ago. Watching baby this AM instead of training before work, Liz is a bit sick.

I put Lilly on a trundle bed we have in the garage while assembling some things for work. She...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-18-24, 09:11 AM
Replies: 1,387
Views: 25,947
Posted By TMonk

^ fun! Yes, but do Dougs do omega...

^
fun!



Yes, but do Dougs do omega 3's??
Forum: Road Cycling
04-18-24, 08:06 AM
Replies: 1,387
Views: 25,947
Posted By TMonk

We've been introducing solid foods to Liliana at...

We've been introducing solid foods to Liliana at ~6.5 months. She had broccoli in her diaper yesterday, so I'd say that's a success!
...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-18-24, 08:04 AM
Replies: 1,387
Views: 25,947
Posted By TMonk

:thumb:. AIn't nothing wrong w that! Enjoying...

:thumb:. AIn't nothing wrong w that! Enjoying the new MTB?
Forum: Road Cycling
04-17-24, 09:16 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 3,323
Posted By TMonk

^ nice one

^
nice one
Forum: Road Cycling
04-17-24, 04:39 PM
Replies: 1,387
Views: 25,947
Posted By TMonk

I like this attitude! It's like, ok I have X...

I like this attitude! It's like, ok I have X distance to cover, lets get this darn thing over with ASAP
Forum: Road Cycling
04-17-24, 02:13 PM
Replies: 1,387
Views: 25,947
Posted By TMonk

We used to have a CNC at work. Very cool...

We used to have a CNC at work. Very cool machine. We would use it to make custom synthesis or characterization mounts for R&D projects.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-17-24, 02:13 PM
Replies: 1,387
Views: 25,947
Posted By TMonk

yes and yes!

yes and yes!
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
04-17-24, 12:17 PM
Replies: 17,819
Views: 1,462,703
Posted By TMonk

Couple photos of last week's ITT. They put the...

Couple photos of last week's ITT. They put the photographer right near the S/F area which sucks because you need to leave aero a bit to navigate traffic. I promise I look better on other parts of...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-17-24, 12:16 PM
Replies: 1,387
Views: 25,947
Posted By TMonk

Couple photos of last week's ITT. They put the...

Couple photos of last week's ITT. They put the photographer right near the S/F area which sucks because you need to leave aero a bit to navigate traffic. I promise I look better on other parts of...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-16-24, 06:51 PM
Replies: 1,387
Views: 25,947
Posted By TMonk

Nice ride! Fast too. Group or solo?

Nice ride! Fast too. Group or solo?
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
04-16-24, 04:58 PM
Replies: 17,819
Views: 1,462,703
Posted By TMonk

Got some miles in this morning. Stayed mostly...

Got some miles in this morning. Stayed mostly coastal, so not much climbing. Sat in on the Tuesday morning Fiesta hammer ride for a few laps till it was more than what I wanted (I can't not pull...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-16-24, 04:57 PM
Replies: 1,387
Views: 25,947
Posted By TMonk

Got some miles in this morning. Stayed mostly...

Got some miles in this morning. Stayed mostly coastal, so not much climbing. Sat in on the Tuesday morning Fiesta hammer ride for a few laps till it was more than what I wanted (I can't not pull...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-16-24, 04:34 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 500
Posted By TMonk

I am also in coastal San Diego like Hermes and...

I am also in coastal San Diego like Hermes and frequently near the ocean. I take no measures to protect my bike from salt and have no rust issues. Must be something weird about your area!
Forum: Road Cycling
04-16-24, 04:23 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,017
Posted By TMonk

I also have multiple saddle bags for the same...

I also have multiple saddle bags for the same reasons as Koyote, 4 that I use regularly.

For small ones, I have an Orucase and the Lezyne that I like. I think the Lezyne is the "road caddy", and...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-16-24, 01:50 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 3,323
Posted By TMonk

phrantic09 Eric F yeah, it's the summit aero...

phrantic09 Eric F yeah, it's the summit aero stuff. Nice as far as generic kit goes, or at least not too crappy. And yeah it is different again - it's gotten a bit smaller the last two seasons I...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-16-24, 07:36 AM
Replies: 106
Views: 3,323
Posted By TMonk

Here's this year's team kit. I will donate it at...

Here's this year's team kit. I will donate it at the end of the season. Pactimo seems to change their stitching patterns and fit slightly each year, which is a bit annoying TBH. Not sure if that is...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-16-24, 07:33 AM
Replies: 106
Views: 3,323
Posted By TMonk

Good point. Now that you mention, any jersey...

Good point. Now that you mention, any jersey that I've hung onto for sentimental reasons hasn't been a super lightweight, racey one. And, they don't get used super frequently.... So I rescind my...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-15-24, 10:11 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 3,323
Posted By TMonk

I do have a couple pairs of "The Black Bibs" that...

I do have a couple pairs of "The Black Bibs" that are a few seasons old, and getting a bit long in the tooth. Slightly stretched, worn spots in the lower back etc. I use them exclusively on the...
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