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Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-23-23, 01:05 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,581
Posted By JGM411

Serfas lights . I have owned a couple of them...

Serfas lights . I have owned a couple of them with 450 lumens for about 10 years. I replaced one of the batteries. recharging is done via usb
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-24-23, 08:27 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,351
Posted By JGM411

I stilll like 25's. Presta valves break. Chains...

I stilll like 25's. Presta valves break. Chains don't need lube for 4-5000 miles...that is my annectodal experience, do what you want and don't listen to me.... I don't care.... (I like a clean DRY...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-30-21, 05:24 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,343
Posted By JGM411

the best time of the day is when I am leaving my...

the best time of the day is when I am leaving my garage at 4:15 am. Pre-covid, i would ride 20 miles and try to get back home by 5:30 am. It was kind of a game.

I love watching the sun rise...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-27-21, 05:09 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,695
Posted By JGM411

Polar. but that's just me. why do I...

Polar.

but that's just me.

why do I like Polar? because i started with it over 25 years ago. my current Polar is the vantage M (i think) I still use my old polar rcps3 (I think) on one...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-11-20, 05:15 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,784
Posted By JGM411

I'm on metoporol. I also own a greenhouse...

I'm on metoporol. I also own a greenhouse business and temps are regularly north of 100. the heat isn't an issue. What i have noticed is my heart rate is 10-20 bpm lower while riding my bike when I...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-15-20, 06:25 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,730
Posted By JGM411

bibs

bibs
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-15-20, 06:17 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 7,159
Posted By JGM411

bike shorts first. its cheaper than guessing...

bike shorts first. its cheaper than guessing what seat to buy
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-17-20, 06:16 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,489
Posted By JGM411

- 3 months and counting for numero uno, eta is...

- 3 months and counting for numero uno,
eta is 24-April-20
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-21-19, 07:46 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 8,701
Posted By JGM411

I have prescription sunglasses (Nike) through my...

I have prescription sunglasses (Nike) through my optometrist. My regular glasses are progression and transition lenses. I ride early in the morning so most often I ride with my regular glasses.
...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-29-19, 05:53 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,456
Posted By JGM411

Welcome from down the road from you. Nice...

Welcome from down the road from you.

Nice bike, I hope you enjoy it for many many miles.

I did the same. first bike trek fx 7.3, then 8 months later a Domane 5.2, then a couple years later a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-26-19, 10:48 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,654
Posted By JGM411

Nothing memorable, just the regular 20 mile loop....

Nothing memorable, just the regular 20 mile loop. What is memorable is that this was the first couple days that strung two rides together all year. I am way way off yearly miles this year. However,...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-08-18, 06:38 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,186
Posted By JGM411

I do the following... MWF 3 groups of workouts...

I do the following... MWF 3 groups of workouts and within each group I do 4 sets of three different types of exercise. EX: Group 1, is 4 sets consisting of a rotation of 12 reps - chest, then 12...
Forum: Commuting
07-07-18, 01:35 AM
Replies: 105
Views: 28,380
Posted By JGM411

I have a 2 1/2 yo old samsung Galaxy S6. no case....

I have a 2 1/2 yo old samsung Galaxy S6. no case. I ride with it in my jersey back pocket. When I remove it, it's damp. I have not had any issues.

When it rains, I move it to my seat bag. I don't...
Forum: Introductions
07-03-18, 05:36 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 457
Posted By JGM411

welcome to both new members.

welcome to both new members.
Forum: Introductions
07-01-18, 04:36 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 685
Posted By JGM411

post some pictures. I have a 73 Continental (Kool...

post some pictures. I have a 73 Continental (Kool Lemon). You are right, riding no-hands is really easy wight that bike. I have fond memories of riding and turning no hands with that bike.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-01-18, 04:19 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 10,777
Posted By JGM411

I live in Illinois, I have to keep working to pay...

I live in Illinois, I have to keep working to pay for my family's health insurance, IL property taxes and my 4th kid's college. Three kids in and out of college and/or grad school, one to go.

I am...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-01-18, 04:02 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 6,617
Posted By JGM411

400 miles plus gym time. goal only 5 down days ...

400 miles plus gym time. goal only 5 down days

7/01 20.3
7/02 gym
7/03 treadmill 2.2 miles
7/04 20.3

MTD: 40.6
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-10-18, 08:53 AM
Replies: 176
Views: 31,662
Posted By JGM411

I am 5'10", inseam 31/32" I am a little longer in...

I am 5'10", inseam 31/32" I am a little longer in the torso. My bikes include Trek Domane at 54cm, Giant Defy Advanced at 56cm, Trek fx7.3 at 17.5 inches

trek fx is a bit small, 19 inches would...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-05-18, 06:40 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,110
Posted By JGM411

Speaking in general terms and my personal...

Speaking in general terms and my personal experience.

I have a Treks hybrid fx7.3, a Domane 5.something, and Giant Defy Advanced. FX7.3 is @2-3 mph slower vs Domane. While on Domane, riding...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-04-18, 06:14 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 6,570
Posted By JGM411

400 miles? 6/1 gym, 0 miles 6/2 bike,...

400 miles?

6/1 gym, 0 miles

6/2 bike, 20.2

6/3 bike, 20.2

6/4 gym, 0
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-03-18, 07:10 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 6,410
Posted By JGM411

Hmm? I have been doing it all wrong. Mid 200's,...

Hmm? I have been doing it all wrong. Mid 200's, 25mm tires. Luck must be on my side. I have just under 5000 miles on my gatorskns��
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-02-18, 04:28 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,800
Posted By JGM411

You're going to love that Domane. Congrats on...

You're going to love that Domane. Congrats on the successful weight loss.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-28-18, 10:44 AM
Replies: 167
Views: 26,137
Posted By JGM411

IPA, really good IPA's, and not weighing myself...

IPA, really good IPA's, and not weighing myself for almost 15years.

The alcohol is no more and I'm down 20lbs since 26Jan. I want to get down to college weight of @ 170. Sixty lbs to go and I...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-14-18, 06:16 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 7,081
Posted By JGM411

Your "tech details" replicate mine pretty close. ...

Your "tech details" replicate mine pretty close.

I check tire pressure every other day and re-inflate my tires to 115. My tires lose a few lbs every other day and a couple strokes on my...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-18-18, 05:05 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,899
Posted By JGM411

congratulations.... I have a similar goal.

congratulations.... I have a similar goal.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-18-18, 09:56 AM
Replies: 106
Views: 15,297
Posted By JGM411

Fairies die once you fart.:p ...

Fairies die once you fart.:p

======================

I have a Performance Ultra, Pi's, Castelli, Garneau, even a Nike bike short and maybe one or two other brands.

They are all comfortable...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-26-18, 09:57 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 905
Posted By JGM411

yes. I used one for the first time last month. ...

yes. I used one for the first time last month. It worked as described.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
12-20-17, 06:55 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,433
Posted By JGM411

Here are a couple more pictures

Here are a couple more pictures
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
12-19-17, 05:22 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,433
Posted By JGM411

Cannondale r600 info request

My son purchased a used Cannondale R600 bike that was likely from the early/min 1990's. Here are some pictures.

He paid $400 for the bike, a helmet and a car bike rack.

The brakes and gears...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
12-16-17, 08:40 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,533
Posted By JGM411

Update: I never asked him what he decided to...

Update:

I never asked him what he decided to do with the bike. He arrived home for Christmas break sometime very early this morning. This morning I walk in the garage and see his mothers...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-23-17, 04:49 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 14,584
Posted By JGM411

I meant domane vs defy I also like the...

I meant
domane vs defy

I also like the Domane's seat better than the Defy's seat. (and yes i know I can swap seats, I choose not to as I choose not to move the lights, etc. I like the Trek set...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-22-17, 06:25 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 14,584
Posted By JGM411

see answer above.

see answer above.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-22-17, 06:18 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 14,584
Posted By JGM411

I ride early in the morning and have the Domane...

I ride early in the morning and have the Domane set up with lights. It is also a 54 cm bike while the Defy is 56 cm.

The Giant seems quicker and more agile while the Domane seems more stable. I...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-20-17, 05:26 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 14,584
Posted By JGM411

I have a Trek Domane 5.2 and a Giant Defy Advnced...

I have a Trek Domane 5.2 and a Giant Defy Advnced sl2. I like the performance of the giant best, but still ride the trek more... a lot more.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-24-17, 07:32 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,727
Posted By JGM411

wall paper remover ???? I don't have any idea if...

wall paper remover ???? I don't have any idea if it would work, but it seems kind of logical, at least to me it does.

It seems a lot less hazardous than some more chemically abrasive solvents.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-24-17, 06:35 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,691
Posted By JGM411

Polar vs ANT+

I have a few bikes. one bike doesn't have any transmitter on it, but that's not important right now.

My Trek Domane has a Polar cadence transmitter and I ride this bike quite a bit. I also use a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-10-17, 08:07 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,369
Posted By JGM411

Mine came from the North Pole. ;) Actually,...

Mine came from the North Pole. ;)

Actually, my parents used trading stamps and got it from a catalog. I think they were Top Value stamps.

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-09-17, 08:10 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,369
Posted By JGM411

I have that bike and same color scheme. My chain...

I have that bike and same color scheme. My chain guard is different though. I love that color. I got mine in 1967 as a christmas present.
Forum: Introductions
09-21-17, 07:34 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 421
Posted By JGM411

Your future is simple. you're going to buy a...

Your future is simple.

you're going to buy a road bike as you spread your wings and get off that 1.7 mile circuit.

the extra handle bar position is very positive.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-21-17, 07:29 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,089
Posted By JGM411

OP, this is something i am dealing with, ...

OP, this is something i am dealing with,


I have debated buying a Porsche Cayenne for my wife, (I drive a lowly Dodge Caravan), and I love riding my bike.

Things changed as a pre-owned 015...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-11-17, 02:39 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,533
Posted By JGM411

I think his friend has a mid or lower range Trek,...

I think his friend has a mid or lower range Trek, Giant, Cannondale, but newer aluminum version from what he is considering buying. I wish he would buy that Madone.

His friend along with another...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-11-17, 01:58 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,533
Posted By JGM411

Well the first time my 1973 Continental was on...

Well the first time my 1973 Continental was on the UIUC campus was years 1978-1982 when I attended.... I guess the demand for that vintage waned from when it was new.

Funny, that bike has been...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-11-17, 02:53 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,533
Posted By JGM411

I understand what you are saying about college...

I understand what you are saying about college bike thefts.

While he was attending the University of Illinois in Champaign-Urbana, he used my old 1973 Schwinn Continental. He never had a problem...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-10-17, 07:32 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,533
Posted By JGM411

Yea I saw that red Madone and thought the same as...

Yea I saw that red Madone and thought the same as you. for a bit more money he gets a newer. I ride a 54 cm domane and it fits perfect for me so that red mad one should fit my son as he and I are...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-10-17, 06:43 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,533
Posted By JGM411

$400, he said they are both 56 INCHES LOL (he was...

$400, he said they are both 56 INCHES LOL (he was at the Clemson/Auburn game while he was texting me so I assume there was some tailgating prior to the game) He is 5'10" and I assume he meant 56cm. ...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-10-17, 06:01 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,533
Posted By JGM411

Which bike should be purchased?

My son is wanting to a buy a bike. He is a grad student currently living in Charleston SC.

He texted me a picture of a old Trek 2300 carbon framed bike with shimano 600 derailleur.

the other...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-24-17, 06:23 PM
Replies: 309
Views: 30,906
Posted By JGM411

Yes, Two years ago, I ran a rural stop sign...

Yes,

Two years ago, I ran a rural stop sign on U.S. highway 50. I came about three feet away from being hit.

I will never -- ever-- do that again. My fault all the way.

I ride very early...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-20-17, 07:45 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 9,122
Posted By JGM411

yep we are fortunate as we get to see it again in...

yep we are fortunate as we get to see it again in 2024. In 2024, Carlyle is on the northern edge of total eclipse
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-11-17, 08:53 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 9,122
Posted By JGM411

i'm 70 miles north of Carbondale IL. I will ride...

i'm 70 miles north of Carbondale IL. I will ride at my normal 4:15-5:45 am - 20 mile route in the dark.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-04-17, 08:15 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 8,435
Posted By JGM411

morning routine. get up, get ready for a bike...

morning routine. get up, get ready for a bike ride, make coffee, get on bike, ride bike, 1.5 hours later (actually more like 1:20:00 later), return home, pour a cup of coffee, go upstairs, take...
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