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04-08-14, 08:34 PM
Replies: 31
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Posted By JAX_11

Thanx everyone. It's very exciting to be able to...

Thanx everyone. It's very exciting to be able to be back on the bike in the next few weeks. My goal last April was to race Tour of the Gila as a cat 3 in 2014. Now it's time to make it a 2015 goal....
04-08-14, 06:06 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,055
Posted By JAX_11

Coming back after major injury. "I'M BACK" Maybe!!!

After racing for 3 years with no coach, no plan no nothing, weighting 150lbs and having okay/descent results I got to a coach, a Powermeter, a training plan/nutritional plan and dropped down to...
06-11-13, 01:39 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 950
Posted By JAX_11

We sure did. Last year was my first Superweek....

We sure did. Last year was my first Superweek. The difference is last year registration was open, the Superweek web page was up, and Superweek was answering questions about the race.

This year...
06-11-13, 06:37 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 950
Posted By JAX_11

The end of ICC Superweek???

So there is no longer a web address active for ICC Superweek and no response from their facebook page about racing this summer. Looks like the end of Superweek. Instead the Prairie State Cycling...
06-05-13, 04:09 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,454
Posted By JAX_11

The 50-34 with a 11-26 or 52-36 with 11-28 is...

The 50-34 with a 11-26 or 52-36 with 11-28 is what I'm leaning towards now. I'll have a better idea after do a few weekends at 6gap on a 52-36 and trying both cassettes. TT wise I think a 54 is gonna...
06-04-13, 12:38 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,454
Posted By JAX_11

the Vermont race sounds awesome. Exactly the kind...

the Vermont race sounds awesome. Exactly the kind of racing I wanna do. I am racing the French broad Cycling classic in Mars hill/Asheville in a month and half. Our team goes to 6 gaps 3-5 times for...
06-04-13, 12:15 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,454
Posted By JAX_11

I have raced on average 20-30 races a year. I...

I have raced on average 20-30 races a year. I have several trips planned for north Georgia this summer since its only a few hours away. It seems like your thinking I have never rode in a pack before...
06-03-13, 09:44 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,454
Posted By JAX_11

Do you ask a nutritionist about cancer? Well I...

Do you ask a nutritionist about cancer? Well I dont expect my coach who races in Florida to know information about a 5 day stage race at altitude when florida racing is mainly flat crits/road races...
06-03-13, 04:54 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,454
Posted By JAX_11

I have enough time I can actually come out up to...

I have enough time I can actually come out up to a month before hand. I am within driving distance of north Georgia and plan on working on my climbing in dahlonega beforehand. Thanks you the replys....
06-03-13, 04:49 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,454
Posted By JAX_11

Yes I am obsessed with it. To me it's the biggest...

Yes I am obsessed with it. To me it's the biggest challenge for me to compete and do well in. I have worked on dropping weight just for this race next year. Hired a coach and invested in a quart...
06-03-13, 12:37 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,454
Posted By JAX_11

Tour of the gila gearing recommendations and other stuff for 2014

Florida boy that goal is to race tour of the gila in 2014 trying to determine what a optimum gearing to race this stage race and other advice on arrival time, acclimation period and such. I'm already...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-25-13, 07:19 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 417
Posted By JAX_11

Are Bearing/hubs tighter on new wheels like zipps???

Just got a new 303fc tubular rear and when I spin the wheel it seems the wheel doesn't turn as easy as the front one that has been used a few times. Ive had a few sets of zipps but can't remember if...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-12-13, 08:03 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,055
Posted By JAX_11

Cost to replace zipp rim only on 303FC tub.

Anyone have a idea on cost to have a new rim put on zipp 303 firecrest tubular by zipp. Everything else is okay but I noticed a soft spot that creaking near a spoke hole. Just curious what the zipp...
05-12-13, 07:57 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,776
Posted By JAX_11

I guess I could lay my ankles Across the railroad...

I guess I could lay my ankles Across the railroad tracks and take off 3inches then have some speed plays surgically attached to my stubs
05-12-13, 07:41 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,776
Posted By JAX_11

Thanks, that's pretty much why I asked to see...

Thanks, that's pretty much why I asked to see what thoughts on 20 min power out of saddle means compared to seated. I guess it means absolutely nothing. Oh well it was fun I guess maybe I'm stronger...
05-12-13, 07:29 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,776
Posted By JAX_11

I did it twice during my 3 hour ride with a 10min...

I did it twice during my 3 hour ride with a 10min recovery between since I couldn't do the group ride being it was Mother's Day.

i was messing around and since there isn't a single place in...
05-12-13, 06:54 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,776
Posted By JAX_11

Guess I'm not gonna get a serious answer. But you...

Guess I'm not gonna get a serious answer. But you guys do know how to make me laugh. I was just curious if its feasible to use they efforts for Average 20min power or not since I'm new to powermeters...
05-12-13, 06:30 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,776
Posted By JAX_11

difference in 20min power test when standing the whole time versus seated?

Is there any differences in getting a 20min power reading when standing the whole time versus one where your seated the whole time? I know that my coach takes my 20min power and comes out with my LT...
05-06-13, 03:25 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 460
Posted By JAX_11

Getting glue out of the inside of zipp tubulars

The set of Zipp 303 FC Tubulars I picked up I have removed those pesky 19mm tires that the owner before me for some reason placed on there. So I have cleaned the rim bed with light amounts of Acetone...
05-04-13, 09:03 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,603
Posted By JAX_11

I think I will be putting all my annoying...

I think I will be putting all my annoying questions on this one, that way people will be less annoyed with me. ;)
04-23-13, 07:18 PM
Replies: 8,473
Views: 775,745
Posted By JAX_11

Back in march after a weekend of racing where I...

Back in march after a weekend of racing where I jumped right into the team van after my race and drove home for 3 hours without stretching. Guys were in a hurry. 2 days later it got sore and flared...
04-22-13, 05:03 PM
Replies: 8,473
Views: 775,745
Posted By JAX_11

I had a retul fit 2 months after i began cycling...

I had a retul fit 2 months after i began cycling in 2011 and the fitter and I cant recall exactly why the shims were installed but i believe it was to get the angle of my foot correct as I had alot...
04-22-13, 01:05 PM
Replies: 8,473
Views: 775,745
Posted By JAX_11

Training with power and coach for about 3 weeks...

Training with power and coach for about 3 weeks now. Been on the bike a total of 2 years Cat3. My question pretains to leg discrepencies and power output. If one leg is a little longer or noticebly...
04-07-13, 05:34 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,201
Posted By JAX_11

Chickened out and didnt race them on this hilly...

Chickened out and didnt race them on this hilly road race course (hilly by florida standards) just couldnt get it out of my head that if I flatted most likely the tire is so small it wount protect...
04-06-13, 05:23 PM
Replies: 8,473
Views: 775,745
Posted By JAX_11

I did a LT test with my new coach I started with...

I did a LT test with my new coach I started with yesterday and could do alot of whinning for my first one. Pretty much told me my stomach weight has got to go. Im 5'6" and am 148lbs my stomach is...
04-06-13, 05:11 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,201
Posted By JAX_11

Yeah those tires are so small its funny looking...

Yeah those tires are so small its funny looking on the 303s. Ill give em a whirl tomorrow, then rip them off for some Vittoria 23mm on Monday
04-06-13, 05:07 PM
Replies: 8,473
Views: 775,745
Posted By JAX_11

Awesome thanks.

Awesome thanks.
04-06-13, 05:02 PM
Replies: 8,473
Views: 775,745
Posted By JAX_11

so thats the 3se 10sec and 30sec average? so...

so thats the 3se 10sec and 30sec average? so every 3 seconds it gives you a average of the last 3 seconds and it keeps resetting every 3 seconds is that correct?

Thank you guys alot.
04-06-13, 04:47 PM
Replies: 8,473
Views: 775,745
Posted By JAX_11

The only setting changes im finding is smart...

The only setting changes im finding is smart recording or every second. do you know where i might find it
04-06-13, 04:23 PM
Replies: 8,473
Views: 775,745
Posted By JAX_11

I have read through some of this forum now that I...

I have read through some of this forum now that I have a Quarq Riken.

1) Is it always so hard to stay on a certain wattage when it changes like every second.(garmin is set up to smart record) I...
04-06-13, 04:09 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,201
Posted By JAX_11

19MM tubulars and what exactly do people use them for racing wise.

Got a set of 303 firecrest today off a guy who rode them 3 times and decided he wanted the clincher version. when i started looking at the tubies they were Continental sprinters 19mm. I have no...
03-28-13, 08:33 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,654
Posted By JAX_11

Awesome information. It makes Seattle seem a lot...

Awesome information. It makes Seattle seem a lot more doable then before. I would definitely not mind driving to Oregon at all. Just got to learn to get through the winters. Seattle climbs will seem...
03-25-13, 09:27 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,215
Posted By JAX_11

When I was using the 50-34 I would use a 11-23...

When I was using the 50-34 I would use a 11-23 cassette so when I went 53-39 I wanted more top end for down hills and as close to the same low end gears. 11-26 gives that to me. 11-26 compared to...
03-24-13, 08:12 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,215
Posted By JAX_11

Too late, ordered and recieved the new Quarq...

Too late, ordered and recieved the new Quarq Riken 53-39. Gonna use 12-23 for crits/flat road races and for hilly races in Georgia and central florida i am gonna use the 11-26 instead of the 11-25...
03-24-13, 08:08 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,654
Posted By JAX_11

Amtrak is definitely losing big time dollars not...

Amtrak is definitely losing big time dollars not having a direct route from jacksonville thru Atlanta to Chicago. The tracks are there and used daily by freight railroads. Unfortunately CSXT and...
03-24-13, 08:05 PM
03-24-13, 06:24 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,654
Posted By JAX_11

Just might have a oppurtunity the first of next...

Just might have a oppurtunity the first of next year but its gonna be hard to get me out of florida unless I can go to NM,CA or AZ

(Did you get my FB-PM Kensuf?)
03-24-13, 01:11 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,654
Posted By JAX_11

Man, you make Seattle weather sound miserable. ...

Man, you make Seattle weather sound miserable. Florida race season is February thru october 9months. I wish Florida did have year round road bike races but then all 9 of the guys who race cross in...
03-24-13, 08:34 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 7,871
Posted By JAX_11

306518306519306520306521306522 Got my Quarq...

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Got my Quarq Sram Riken yesterday. Since I have been a shimano person since I started racing 2 years ago I decided to Try Sram out since it matches the Quarq and...
03-24-13, 08:28 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,654
Posted By JAX_11

Okay thanx. Thats pretty close to Florida's race...

Okay thanx. Thats pretty close to Florida's race season. What happens with the dark that you commented about? is it only daylight for short periods of time during certain parts of the season
03-24-13, 06:59 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,654
Posted By JAX_11

Road Bike Racing in the Seattle area/Washington state and surrounding states

So I may have a oppurtunity for a permanent transfer to Seattle, Which would give me my wish of getting away from flat Florida racing and actually training to race in the hills/mountains and such. It...
03-22-13, 12:28 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 7,871
Posted By JAX_11

Just ordered my first Powermeter ever. Sram quarq...

Just ordered my first Powermeter ever. Sram quarq Riken. Now time to read up on the Powermeter thread. All this calibrating seems confusing. Powermeter should be here today.
03-15-13, 10:02 AM
Replies: 109
Views: 5,043
Posted By JAX_11

Let it be known Kensuf I was not operating that...

Let it be known Kensuf I was not operating that train when it crashed.
03-12-13, 11:59 AM
Replies: 113
Views: 7,053
Posted By JAX_11

thanks ill take your advice here and leave it...

thanks ill take your advice here and leave it alone. I have a question though I followed a lot of your posts and wernt you doing like 5 hour rides each day during base and lifting weights or was I...
03-12-13, 11:49 AM
Replies: 113
Views: 7,053
Posted By JAX_11

Then why don't one of you have a mod lock up this...

Then why don't one of you have a mod lock up this thread or delete it all together so I don't have to keep hearing crap.
03-12-13, 11:33 AM
Replies: 113
Views: 7,053
Posted By JAX_11

Honestly I can focus 100% on what he wants me to...

Honestly I can focus 100% on what he wants me to do the next 6 monts. He already understands that although winning in one of the 2 races in October is top goal it's not the end of the world. I'm...
03-12-13, 11:25 AM
Replies: 113
Views: 7,053
Posted By JAX_11

Yep it is a cool story. Maybe ill find that after...

Yep it is a cool story. Maybe ill find that after doing these miles over the winter that I might be interested in these 300-400 mile races and stuff like Raam. Maybe ill hate cycling. Maye it'll work...
03-12-13, 11:14 AM
Replies: 113
Views: 7,053
Posted By JAX_11

I don't disagree with his 2-3 month build period...

I don't disagree with his 2-3 month build period and am happy to be given as much work as I can handle but I want to go into that build period with a massive base of endurance.
03-12-13, 11:12 AM
Replies: 113
Views: 7,053
Posted By JAX_11

Honestly I don't give a s$@$. Keep firing off...

Honestly I don't give a s$@$. Keep firing off smart remarks and posts and ill shoot them right back. Everyone on here seems to be a cycling coach, but all you do is criticize other people's ideas....
03-12-13, 10:55 AM
Replies: 113
Views: 7,053
Posted By JAX_11

Another smart $&@ from the west coast who thinks...

Another smart $&@ from the west coast who thinks he's superior to others. Not still angry. Just giving in to coaches advice. Then in October ill do things the way I see fit and after I have built up...
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