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Forum: Road Cycling
12-28-08, 11:55 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,198
Posted By Ozrider

I ride the bike trails in Milwaukee fairly often....

I ride the bike trails in Milwaukee fairly often. There is a large Russian community here who use the paths for walking and exercise. Most don't appear to speak English very well, so when I yell "on...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-16-08, 01:08 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,356
Posted By Ozrider

Wearing all that

But that's Celsius dude. I rarely ride outside when it's that cold. (14 above.) When I worked as a bike mechanic, we had a guy come in January to have us check out his shifter cables. He thought...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-16-08, 12:17 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,356
Posted By Ozrider

Riding in the cold

First, living in Wisconsin, I have to say 30 above sounds really good right now.

As for riding in the cold, you have to stretch more, especially after the ride. Cold muscles will tighten up more....
Forum: Road Cycling
12-16-08, 11:59 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,293
Posted By Ozrider

I have red tire

I have a red, white and blue '04 Madone 5.2. I put red continentals on it. I must admit, they look pretty cool. And my seat is blue.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-28-07, 05:40 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 768
Posted By Ozrider

Thanks for all the help

First, thanks for the information. I appreciate it.

Second, as for asking fellow cyclists, let me say this:

My doctor is a nationally known diabetes researcher. He has supervisered numerous...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-27-07, 11:27 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 768
Posted By Ozrider

Diabetes

I was recently diagnosed with Type II diabetes. With me, it was genetic. I am in good shape, eat correctly, maintain my weight and have a good BMI. But, the nasty disease runs in my family.

Of...
Forum: Winter Cycling
11-14-07, 06:39 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 22,237
Posted By Ozrider

Toe covers

Up here in the frozen north, it depends on the temps and weather. When it 50 degrees and above, I wear toe covers. Above 60 I wear nothing on my shoes.

When it gets down into the 40s or below and...
Forum: Winter Cycling
11-05-07, 11:24 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,494
Posted By Ozrider

Too hot in July and August? Dude, I grew up in...

Too hot in July and August? Dude, I grew up in Ballston Lake and I don't ever remember it being too hot in the summer. In fact, I don't remember it ever going above 80. Now, the black flies, that's a...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-21-07, 12:52 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,915
Posted By Ozrider

Something else to do

Pull your seat off and flip the bike upside down. Water can sometimes get inside the frame and cause rust. Make sure to mark the seat post before you do this so you can return the seat to its...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-10-07, 09:53 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,801
Posted By Ozrider

I can top that

There used to be an Emu farm on one of our longer routes. These very large birds were in some kind of corral. One day several years ago, I am riding by this farm by myself and I see what looks like...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-10-07, 09:44 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,801
Posted By Ozrider

The cure for that

Squirt some water in his face, dogs hate that. It won't hurt him, but it will make think twice about doing it next time.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-31-07, 10:24 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 9,416
Posted By Ozrider

Paramount is still around ...

Paramount is still around, it just has a different name: Waterford. Waterford Cycles are owned by Richard Schwinn, the only member of the family still making bikes.

They are made in Waterford,...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-25-07, 05:21 PM
Replies: 313
Views: 20,371
Posted By Ozrider

He's out

He is out. It is on the front page of the New York Times

http://www.nytimes.com/2007/07/26/sports/sportsspecial1/26tour.html?hp

Man oh Man.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-13-07, 05:29 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 980
Posted By Ozrider

I have several friends who work for Harley. They...

I have several friends who work for Harley. They told me how to tell what kind of person a rider is. Remember, most Harley riders are making at least high five figures in salary. Those Hogs are not...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-13-07, 05:17 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 12,083
Posted By Ozrider

Not the CF's fault

First, I am glad you are fairly okay. It could have been a lot worse.

Second, I ride an '05 Trek Madone 5.2. It has a full carbon frame. I ride on a lot of country roads of dubious quality. I have...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-13-07, 12:58 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 871
Posted By Ozrider

I use carbon fiber water. It is much lighter. I...

I use carbon fiber water. It is much lighter. I also take carbon fiber vitamins. Good for the colon.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-13-07, 12:56 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 980
Posted By Ozrider

Harleys

As one who lives in the home of Harley-Davidson, Trek and Waterford - Wisconsin - there has always been peaceful co-existence between bikers and cyclists here. The only thing to remember is when...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-13-07, 12:51 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,127
Posted By Ozrider

I think the French decided that another American...

I think the French decided that another American was not going to win their race and doctored the test results. And, what is up with LeMond? I agree with Floyd - why was he even at the hearing?...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-12-07, 09:50 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 6,762
Posted By Ozrider

I have my dream bike, but ...

I have '05 Madone 5.2 that I love. It is a dream come true, fast, responsive and a great all around ride. But, my eyes do wander and I do dream about:
Forum: Road Cycling
07-10-07, 10:23 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 444
Posted By Ozrider

+1

+1
Forum: Road Cycling
07-10-07, 03:32 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,050
Posted By Ozrider

Glasses

I wear prescription sunglasses - Oakleys. I don't have a problem.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-09-07, 09:57 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,264
Posted By Ozrider

There's a debate about that. We wore rubber...

There's a debate about that. We wore rubber gloves, boots, etc. I hope they helped. I think it depends on the voltage.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-09-07, 09:54 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,571
Posted By Ozrider

Answers

1. You are cross chaining. Put your bike up on stand and shift into the largest in the front and the largest in the back. You will see the chain rub again the derailler. There is no adjustment for...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-09-07, 09:09 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,264
Posted By Ozrider

The power lines

I used to be a lineman. How low are these lines? The magnetic field around a high voltage line - say 340 KV - is about eight feet. We used to lean into them just to make sparks jump from our...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-09-07, 08:59 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,487
Posted By Ozrider

I use the Cateye OptiCube. It is a double light....

I use the Cateye OptiCube. It is a double light. You can set the two lights to flash in different patterns. Drivers have told me it really stands out because of the random patterns. Drivers...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-08-07, 09:47 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 487
Posted By Ozrider

Go to your LBS or hardware store and buy some...

Go to your LBS or hardware store and buy some stuff called Loctite® Threadlocker Blue. We used when I was a wrench in an LBS. Coat the entire bolt in it and drive it in hard. Lock Tight is...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-08-07, 09:35 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 569
Posted By Ozrider

I rode today in 93 degree heat, 80% humidity....

I rode today in 93 degree heat, 80% humidity. Just drink a lot of sports drink and don't go 100% all the time. We did 25 miles and felt great
Forum: Road Cycling
07-08-07, 09:19 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 2,446
Posted By Ozrider

Ohio State?

Oh, and stay away from Ohio State. Who would want to be known as a Buckeye. What is a Buckeye, anyway?
Forum: Road Cycling
07-08-07, 09:18 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 2,446
Posted By Ozrider

Boiler Up

You want computer science? There are five schools you should look at:

MIT, Georgia Tech, Cal Tech, Stanford and Purdue. I cannot speak for the other four, but the Boilermakers of Purdue has one of...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-05-07, 04:08 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,096
Posted By Ozrider

Performance Bike

There's a Performance Bike Shop at the corner of Lake Cook and Skokie Roads. It is the same shopping center as the Trader Joes.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-04-07, 10:22 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 1,852
Posted By Ozrider

Where would I move

New Zealand during their summer. Northern New York and Vermont during the summer there. And the Badger State because we have some of the best cycling around.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-04-07, 10:18 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 673
Posted By Ozrider

I rode today

I rode in the heat and humidity, but I didn't slow down. I drank two liters of water and stopped to fill my water bottles so I wouldn't bonk. I hit 36.5 mph going down hill and screamed for the sheer...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-04-07, 10:02 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,177
Posted By Ozrider

The first rule:

He should remember the first rule of racing: you never race on your good bike because crashes happen dude.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-29-07, 07:42 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 807
Posted By Ozrider

One thing you should know ...

Not that an airline would ever do this, but if they lose your bike, they are only liable for $400 on a domestic flight and $1,400 on an international flight.

When I worked in an LBS, we always...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-29-07, 07:33 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,689
Posted By Ozrider

Replace the helmet

I know this is going to break your heart, but replace the helmet. I used to work as a wrench in an LBS. Helmets are designed to take one really hard whack and then it's goodbye.

I know it might...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-29-07, 07:13 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,652
Posted By Ozrider

How many people ride a bike worth more than their car?

I have an '05 Madone 5.2 that I keep in top condition. I have upgraded many of the components. It is worth around $3,500 to $4,000, I have been told. Carbon fiber frame and fork, Dura Ace, etc.

I...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-28-07, 03:02 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 6,897
Posted By Ozrider

Get a lawyer

First, I am glad you only have a broken leg. It will heal and you will ride again.

Get a lawyer. I live in Wisconsin, so I cannot recommend one in New York. However, when I was hit two years ago,...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-28-07, 08:50 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 3,548
Posted By Ozrider

That's not smoking

That's not smoking, that's doping.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-28-07, 08:48 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 3,548
Posted By Ozrider

That's not smoking

That's not smoking, that's doping.
Forum: Great Lakes
06-26-07, 07:29 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,213
Posted By Ozrider

Bone Ride

The Bone is still very active. They had over 200 riders do it this year. Tom Schuler would be a good contact, as would any of the local pro teams, such as IS Corp or Endeavour.
Forum: Great Lakes
06-26-07, 08:41 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,213
Posted By Ozrider

Milwaukee to Madison

Find the Bone Ride route. It is an organized ride held each May that goes from Milwaukee to Madison. It is mostly done by pros, so I think it will be paved the entire way. I couldn't find the route...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-25-07, 11:54 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,622
Posted By Ozrider

Lawyer up!

I live in Wisconsin. Get a lawyer. I was hit by a car two years ago. The driver was very confused by the red sign that said "STOP." She didn't and I got a free ride on a car hood. If it wasn't for...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-19-07, 08:14 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,903
Posted By Ozrider

Go for it

If the bike is your size, go for it. The reason it is less expensive is the '07 Madones have been reengineered (full carbon head tube, bigger bottom bracket, some other changes). The guy probably...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-11-07, 10:50 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,170
Posted By Ozrider

The key is being good.

The key is being good - a lot of people aren't. Remember, this is a panic situation - the adrenalin is running hard. Most people's instinct is to clamp down hard on the brake and hope for the best....
Forum: Road Cycling
06-11-07, 10:20 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,170
Posted By Ozrider

Stopping power

As a former wrench and one who used to teach handling skills, I will give you some information you can use next time;

1. Seventy percent of your stopping power comes from your FRONT BRAKE. Use the...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-08-07, 07:59 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 5,837
Posted By Ozrider

I'm sorry

Mbeannaí gruaige ainmneacha bí scríbhinn prep an fíor lámh dar Dia

(Irish for 'May their names be written at the right hand of God')
Forum: Road Cycling
06-07-07, 11:46 AM
Replies: 111
Views: 7,413
Posted By Ozrider

Here's what we did.

Something similar happened to two other guys and I when we were riding in the early Spring - which in Wisconsin is in May.

A guy in an SUV comes bombing out of a side road and almost hits us, we...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-06-07, 03:21 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 485
Posted By Ozrider

Cateye

When I worked as a wrench in an LBS, we always prefered Cateye computers. They are the easiest to setup and use. Their directions are clear and easy to read and follow.

On a personal note, my...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-05-07, 08:27 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,338
Posted By Ozrider

Genes have nothing to do with it.

Unfortunately, genetics have nothing to do with it. There have several very large studies of longevity involving thousands of people in both the US and Europe. The scientists have concluded they...
Forum: Great Lakes
06-04-07, 04:00 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 991
Posted By Ozrider

The 100 mile was a great ride

I did the Trek 100 century. It was a great ride. This was my first century - it was a great way to start. The course is challenging, but beautiful. I live in the Milwaukee area, so I had a vague idea...
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