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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-26-16, 03:00 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 5,485
Posted By Scotti G

As others have mentioned, I've had some success...

As others have mentioned, I've had some success with Magnesium tablets. Man those midnight cramps that wake you up are pure agony.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-19-16, 02:42 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,945
Posted By Scotti G

What brake? ;) But yes, it's the second time...

What brake? ;)

But yes, it's the second time around for my right foot ... too often the third time around, especially late in my ride on my way home after I'm tired!

If it's not obvious, NEVER...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-28-16, 09:19 AM
Replies: 1,757
Views: 300,975
Posted By Scotti G

Thanks. Tried multiple handlebar adjustments as...

Thanks. Tried multiple handlebar adjustments as someone mentioned, but this suits my riding position and forward pressure best. Black tires would be FAR easier to keep clean for sure. :lol:

At...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-28-16, 09:12 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,418
Posted By Scotti G

Don't know why I always feel as if my back pain...

Don't know why I always feel as if my back pain is something that only affect me. Bittersweet to read how so many of you have similar issues. Yep, the first 5 minutes on the bike is slightly...
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
06-24-16, 08:52 AM
Replies: 1,040
Views: 386,699
Posted By Scotti G

Naturally, I think that's gorgeous! I like the...

Naturally, I think that's gorgeous! I like the black chain. Is that a record? Finding them nowadays is nearly impossible and $$$.
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
06-24-16, 08:39 AM
Replies: 1,040
Views: 386,699
Posted By Scotti G

I only wish I could ever get back into shape to...

I only wish I could ever get back into shape to be concerned about those guidelines. The only track near me is the one pictured (Kissena in Queens NY). On Sunday mornings when I get to ride I'm...
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
06-24-16, 08:32 AM
Replies: 1,040
Views: 386,699
Posted By Scotti G

Well the timing is about right as my DR is about...

Well the timing is about right as my DR is about 24 years old.

Handbrakes! Never knew they were used back then.
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
06-23-16, 03:04 PM
Replies: 1,040
Views: 386,699
Posted By Scotti G

Actually I did, but this thread is co-titled...

Actually I did, but this thread is co-titled "training". My apologies if my bars are inappropriate for this forum area.
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
06-23-16, 11:20 AM
Replies: 1,040
Views: 386,699
Posted By Scotti G

http://i736.photobucket.com/albums/xx2/skgnyc/kiss...

http://i736.photobucket.com/albums/xx2/skgnyc/kissena%205s_zpsylh8aeh5.jpg[/URL]
http://i736.photobucket.com/albums/xx2/skgnyc/kissena%201s_zpsu1khbpll.jpg[/URL]

Great to FINALLY get out again!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-23-16, 09:21 AM
Replies: 1,757
Views: 300,975
Posted By Scotti G

2 crossed spokes yes. It's a Record...

2 crossed spokes yes.



It's a Record hub.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-22-16, 10:21 AM
Replies: 1,757
Views: 300,975
Posted By Scotti G

Just love this fixed! ...

Just love this fixed!

http://i736.photobucket.com/albums/xx2/skgnyc/20140724_183200s_zpslw5gsmxf.jpg (http://s736.photobucket.com/user/skgnyc/media/20140724_183200s_zpslw5gsmxf.jpg.html)
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-14-16, 02:55 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 3,402
Posted By Scotti G

This may be an obvious answer, but on the hottest...

This may be an obvious answer, but on the hottest and most humid days I keep my ride to flats only. 90+ days make any hill a killer (no pun intended).
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-13-16, 02:49 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 7,065
Posted By Scotti G

I've sprayed water at cab drivers. Works well.

I've sprayed water at cab drivers. Works well.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-13-16, 12:16 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,259
Posted By Scotti G

Funny that I noticed this thread. Took my 25...

Funny that I noticed this thread. Took my 25 year old Carnacs (road shoes) to ride this past weekend and the inside velcro on the lower of the two "kevlar" straps on one shoe decided to detach...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-13-16, 10:21 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,977
Posted By Scotti G

Congrats! So damn jealous. Got another 7 years...

Congrats! So damn jealous. Got another 7 years of serious annual bills before I can get serious about retirement. Looking forward to riding daily!

Good for you!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-13-16, 08:19 AM
Replies: 4,915
Views: 775,910
Posted By Scotti G

Second day on my fixie after a year off! ...

Second day on my fixie after a year off!

http://i736.photobucket.com/albums/xx2/skgnyc/kissena%203s_zpsbyntnbfs.jpg (http://s736.photobucket.com/user/skgnyc/media/kissena%203s_zpsbyntnbfs.jpg.html)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-01-16, 03:16 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,975
Posted By Scotti G

Rec'd the Vittorias for Christmas and been happy....

Rec'd the Vittorias for Christmas and been happy. I wanted a white shoe so that pretty much limited me to the Vittorias. But frankly, I'd still prefer faux rather than real leather for those days...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-29-16, 04:39 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,619
Posted By Scotti G

I think concentration for longer periods of time...

I think concentration for longer periods of time likely DOES become more difficult as we age. I've noticed it while biking and while driving. I have to actively take notice of my mind set over and...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-09-15, 02:13 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 7,924
Posted By Scotti G

Not necessarily after a wiener schnitzel lunch

Not necessarily after a wiener schnitzel lunch
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-09-15, 01:15 PM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,616,633
Posted By Scotti G

John and the crew there are first rate across the...

John and the crew there are first rate across the board!

That's so true! :lol: Never got that.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
10-06-14, 10:39 AM
Replies: 161
Views: 8,583
Posted By Scotti G

I believe that I would have been ignored if...

I believe that I would have been ignored if Irving Schachter hadn't been accidently killed by a cyclist a few weeks prior to my early Sunday morning ride. Although I was aware of the public outcry...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
10-03-14, 01:50 PM
Replies: 161
Views: 8,583
Posted By Scotti G

Rec'd my ticket attached to my original letter...

Rec'd my ticket attached to my original letter with a form cover letter explaining that I had forwarded my plea without a payment. They hand wrote the fine as $40. Sent it in today. Done.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-23-14, 09:08 AM
Replies: 161
Views: 8,583
Posted By Scotti G

I'm still waiting on a response to my plea. But...

I'm still waiting on a response to my plea. But in the interim, things are not getting any better. How reckless does one have to ride to KILL someone?

There has to be a better way for cyclists...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-11-14, 10:45 AM
Replies: 161
Views: 8,583
Posted By Scotti G

Very interesting read. Thanks. Seems like they...

Very interesting read. Thanks. Seems like they should just add language to the law to end any possible discussion of ambiguity, i.e., "The brake must be a device separate from the musclulature...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-11-14, 09:21 AM
Replies: 161
Views: 8,583
Posted By Scotti G

You must know that I was being sarcastic? The...

You must know that I was being sarcastic? The New York State Department of Motor Vehicles does not have a particularly professional reputation. They are renown for being mindless, amateurish and...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-10-14, 03:43 PM
Replies: 161
Views: 8,583
Posted By Scotti G

I'm going to plead guilty with an explanation via...

I'm going to plead guilty with an explanation via the mail, making specific note of the actual violation (BICYCLE - not a motor vehicle equipment violation), the location where the violation occurred...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-10-14, 12:19 PM
Replies: 161
Views: 8,583
Posted By Scotti G

Just to tie this up, I was assured by my...

Just to tie this up, I was assured by my insurance company that such a equipment infraction, motor vehicle or bicycle, will not affect my insurance underwriting. She had a bit of a laugh about it...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-09-14, 02:17 PM
Replies: 161
Views: 8,583
Posted By Scotti G

Hey, it's a forum on the internet. Sort of funny...

Hey, it's a forum on the internet. Sort of funny really.

Anyway you sparked and idea. I can call my insurer and ask if a motor vehicle equipment violation impacs my insurance underwriting. I...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-09-14, 11:46 AM
Replies: 161
Views: 8,583
Posted By Scotti G

I'd say "reasonable" rather than convenient. ...

I'd say "reasonable" rather than convenient. More importantly, I just don't know how I will sleep nights knowing of your distain for my values.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-08-14, 02:31 PM
Replies: 161
Views: 8,583
Posted By Scotti G

Well, you've illustrated my exact point. I am...

Well, you've illustrated my exact point. I am attempting to discern the customary penalty(s) for a bicycle equipment infraction of this nature before pleading; hoping there might be another forum...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-08-14, 12:47 PM
Replies: 161
Views: 8,583
Posted By Scotti G

My issue has obviously opened a pandora's box. ...

My issue has obviously opened a pandora's box. My concern is far less "universal" than some of the responses have discussed. I'm not suggesting for a moment that I do not deserve an equipment...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-03-14, 09:08 AM
Replies: 161
Views: 8,583
Posted By Scotti G

Appreciate the responses. Be it known that I'm...

Appreciate the responses. Be it known that I'm not suggesting that riding a fixie without a hand break isn't dangerous nor that it's not violating the intent of the traffic code. If this happens...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-02-14, 11:36 AM
Replies: 161
Views: 8,583
Posted By Scotti G

"Equipment" Traffic Violation

Just curious how others handle cycling tickets. Rec'd a "no brakes" equipment traffic violation in NYC's central park this weekend. Been riding my fixed gear in the park for over 20 years brakeless...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-25-14, 12:05 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,507
Posted By Scotti G

That is SO sad ...and yet SO true!

That is SO sad ...and yet SO true!
Forum: Introductions
07-25-14, 11:54 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 561
Posted By Scotti G

There's SO many. See what Roy's is authorized to...

There's SO many. See what Roy's is authorized to sell. Think they do sell Specialized.

1 option:

Specialized Bicycle Components...
Forum: Introductions
07-25-14, 11:38 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 561
Posted By Scotti G

Hi CW, Noticed you're from the city so maybe...

Hi CW,

Noticed you're from the city so maybe I can help. There's a great deal for you to consider when buying your first bike. Much has to do with your riding expectations and budget.

You...
Forum: Introductions
07-25-14, 10:20 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 342
Posted By Scotti G

14 years and I'm back on my fixed!

Injuries and then the birth of my daughter took me away from my riding, but finally I've been able to get back in the saddle and put on some miles. Funny, but I forgot just how much I missed cycling...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-24-14, 02:49 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,018
Posted By Scotti G

Didn't notice till it was pointed out. VERY...

Didn't notice till it was pointed out. VERY sweet!
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