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Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-04-23, 11:59 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,055
Posted By Alzerbster

Not sure why you would want to change the...

Not sure why you would want to change the derailleurs? The bike comes with adequate deraileurs. Its not a bike for fast paced riding. I ride 100% rail trails that have mostly packed...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-02-23, 07:22 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,055
Posted By Alzerbster

First thing I did when I got my Verve is remove...

First thing I did when I got my Verve is remove the 45mm tires that made the bike feel slow and cumbersome. Added fenders, a rack, changed the pedals, and added a brooks saddle.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-19-22, 05:03 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 3,143
Posted By Alzerbster

Here is another from Ekberg on intermittent...

Here is another from Ekberg on intermittent fasting. He has lots of videos on health related topics. You will learn more from him than any doctor that is all about giving you medications. I used to...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-19-22, 11:19 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 3,143
Posted By Alzerbster

I have been doing intermittent fasting for almost...

I have been doing intermittent fasting for almost a year now. I don't eat anything after 6:00pm then I don't eat until about 11:30am the next day. I have definitely lost some weight from doing it....
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-13-22, 01:36 PM
Replies: 5,347
Views: 845,953
Posted By Alzerbster

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1672x1254/20221011_105229_b47fd39c76de7f10d167606a4e8d2b4a63143266.jpg...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-13-22, 11:41 AM
Replies: 5,347
Views: 845,953
Posted By Alzerbster

Looks like the Allegheny river trail. Maybe near...

Looks like the Allegheny river trail. Maybe near Oil City?
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-12-22, 12:21 PM
Replies: 5,347
Views: 845,953
Posted By Alzerbster

Very nice ride along the Allegheny. Which...

Very nice ride along the Allegheny. Which includes the Rockland and Kennerdale tunnels. the Kennerdal tunnel is over 3,350 feeI long with a bend in it. If you would have continued north you would...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-10-22, 08:58 PM
Replies: 1,914
Views: 513,973
Posted By Alzerbster

65 1. Verve 3, and Cannondale Adventure 2....

65
1. Verve 3, and Cannondale Adventure
2. Vit. D, Magnesium
3. Guess I have slowed some. Stamina certainly isn't the same.
4. Lots as a kid. None during my working years. Started biking at...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-10-22, 10:08 AM
Replies: 3,858
Sticky 65-85+ Thread
Views: 667,270
Posted By Alzerbster

I guess its not that I dislike the Trek. I do...

I guess its not that I dislike the Trek. I do like the bike, and I have added extras to it. LIke a Duotrap sensor, rear rack, fenders, Brooks saddle, the Ergon bar ends with the extended bar end...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-09-22, 05:56 PM
Replies: 3,858
Sticky 65-85+ Thread
Views: 667,270
Posted By Alzerbster

Hand numbness is one of the things I was worried...

Hand numbness is one of the things I was worried about going to drop bars.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-09-22, 05:54 PM
Replies: 3,858
Sticky 65-85+ Thread
Views: 667,270
Posted By Alzerbster

Thanks, but yes I don't want a bike with front...

Thanks, but yes I don't want a bike with front fork suspension. My Cannondale had it and I didn't really need or or like it. I agree its unnecessary weight, and not practical for the type of riding I...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-08-22, 01:12 PM
Replies: 3,858
Sticky 65-85+ Thread
Views: 667,270
Posted By Alzerbster

Hey all. I just turned 65 today, and am...

Hey all. I just turned 65 today, and am officially a senior citizen. I stated riding again a few years ago after I retired. I first bought a Cannondale Adventure. rode it for a year and then sold...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-11-21, 11:55 AM
Replies: 122
Views: 7,974
Posted By Alzerbster

I was more or less new to biking after I retired...

I was more or less new to biking after I retired two years ago. I bought a Cannondale and started riding rail trails which is 100% of my riding. I was pretty anal about cleaning and lubing my chain....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-20-21, 01:02 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 3,596
Posted By Alzerbster

I have as much if not more in accessories than I...

I have as much if not more in accessories than I do my bike, and my bike was $800.
Bike carrier for the car, bike rack, bag to put on the rack to carry tools, tube, tube repair kit, and extra...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-05-21, 06:28 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 18,386
Posted By Alzerbster

The problem with me doing longer rides isn't...

The problem with me doing longer rides isn't fatigue. Its a sore butt. 20 miles starts to bother me. 30 miles hurts, and 40 miles I can't wait to get off the seat. That is with padded shorts and a...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-06-21, 11:16 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 18,386
Posted By Alzerbster

I just think those To-Peak bags are very well...

I just think those To-Peak bags are very well designed, and worth every penny. They work great for carrying tools, your lunch, rain gear, or even a change of clothes if biking and doing an overnight...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-30-21, 01:28 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 18,386
Posted By Alzerbster

I have fenders for my Verve 3, and I got them to...

I have fenders for my Verve 3, and I got them to mainly keep crud from flying up on my chain rings and chain. I ride mostly rail trails, and the crushed limestone grit isn't to good for chains. I...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-29-21, 01:12 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 4,615
Posted By Alzerbster

Ill second that on Darn Tough socks. They have...

Ill second that on Darn Tough socks. They have different weight socks and different lengths. I wear their socks for hunting, work, biking, and everyday use. Best of all they have a lifetime...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-09-21, 09:14 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 18,386
Posted By Alzerbster

When I had them on my bike I pressured them to 60...

When I had them on my bike I pressured them to 60 to 65psi. I weigh 210, but much of it has to do with the surface you ride also. I was riding rail trails which are mostly a fairly smooth surface.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-04-21, 07:17 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 18,386
Posted By Alzerbster

I got the Bontrager fenders. There was room for...

I got the Bontrager fenders. There was room for them even with the stock 700 x 45 tires. Plus I think they look good on the bike.
...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-01-21, 10:23 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 18,386
Posted By Alzerbster

Welcome to the forum. I hadn't ridden bike for a...

Welcome to the forum. I hadn't ridden bike for a good many years, until I retired and started riding the many rail trails in Pa. I love riding rail trails and do nothing else but rail trails. Great...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-27-21, 09:29 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 18,386
Posted By Alzerbster

I have had my new Verve back to the shop twice...

I have had my new Verve back to the shop twice with shifting issues. The first time he worked on it a good while, and even installed a new cable. The second time it was not shifting right between...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-25-21, 01:28 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 27,114
Posted By Alzerbster

Don't know why Trek puts those tires on the...

Don't know why Trek puts those tires on the Verve. They are big and clunky. I tried selling both tires a while ago on Facebook Market place for $30, and didn't get one person ask or offer anything...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-22-21, 01:48 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 6,840
Posted By Alzerbster

I have a B17, and the first time I rode it all I...

I have a B17, and the first time I rode it all I could do was about 10 miles, before my butt hurt so bad I couldn't take it anymore. I was so disappointed that I spent over $100 on something that...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-02-21, 09:56 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 8,754
Posted By Alzerbster

Thank you, and I understand what you are saying....

Thank you, and I understand what you are saying. I've had this condition now for a number of years and it hasn't gotten any worse than when it first appeared. I can go for days or weeks without...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-01-21, 09:28 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 8,754
Posted By Alzerbster

Thank you for the info. I listened to the podcast...

Thank you for the info. I listened to the podcast on Autoimune, and Lyme. Interesting. I'm going to listen to some more of his stuff.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-01-21, 02:58 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 8,754
Posted By Alzerbster

I have had double vision a lot of times with most...

I have had double vision a lot of times with most types of physical exertion. Mostly bike riding, but I do get it at other times. Even when I'm not doing any type of physical work. Went to an eye...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-02-20, 04:18 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 16,504
Posted By Alzerbster

I've mentioned my early chain and cassette...

I've mentioned my early chain and cassette failure here before, and was surprised by the mileage guys got out of their chains. A little over a year ago I retired and got a bike. I ride 80 to 90%...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
11-02-20, 11:04 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 18,386
Posted By Alzerbster

You are correct that is not normal. Its possible...

You are correct that is not normal. Its possible the rear derailleur may need adjusted slightly. When I got my Verve it was not shifting properly on the two largest gears on the cassette. I tried...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-28-20, 12:39 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 27,114
Posted By Alzerbster

Not sure what kind of tire you are looking at for...

Not sure what kind of tire you are looking at for $100 each, but there are a lot of quality tires you can get for a lot less than that.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-26-20, 12:33 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 27,114
Posted By Alzerbster

I have been riding on Marathons. I ride strictly...

I have been riding on Marathons. I ride strictly rail trails, with some of those trails being asphalt. Just bought a Trek Verve that comes with the Bontrager 700x45 tires. Rode the bike 40 miles, and...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-26-20, 12:14 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 18,386
Posted By Alzerbster

Just got a 2021 Verve 3 two weeks ago. I don't...

Just got a 2021 Verve 3 two weeks ago. I don't ride on roads, so all my riding is on rail trails, which I just love to do. 80% of the trails I ride here in Pa. are crushed limestone, with the other...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-03-20, 08:32 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 27,483
Posted By Alzerbster

I think that is going to be my decision. If i did...

I think that is going to be my decision. If i did ride on paved roads more I would most likely get the FX3 and never think twice about it. At almost 63 years old not sure I want to be feeling a bumpy...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-02-20, 06:42 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 27,483
Posted By Alzerbster

I also have been trying to decide between the FX...

I also have been trying to decide between the FX 3 and the Verve 3. I have also entertained the thought of the FX carbon 4, but I believe that thought is over since its more than double the cost of...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-21-20, 05:20 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,541
Posted By Alzerbster

That is your opinion, I have a completely...

That is your opinion, I have a completely different one. I doubt highly that I will shoot myself in my leg. I'm very well trained in handling firearms. I have been shooting firearms since I was 9...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-21-20, 04:39 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,541
Posted By Alzerbster

I have no idea what the Washngton's states laws...

I have no idea what the Washngton's states laws are, regarding the concealed carry of a firearm. Where I live and all the surrounding states, I'm able to carry, and I do.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-21-20, 04:34 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,541
Posted By Alzerbster

Where did this come from? Want to elaborate on...

Where did this come from? Want to elaborate on your comment?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-20-20, 07:55 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,541
Posted By Alzerbster

It says they were talking about the incident, and...

It says they were talking about the incident, and the cat returned, so yes if a firearm was present, there was a good chance it could have saved his life. Don't know if one could pull a firearm and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-20-20, 07:44 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 13,366
Posted By Alzerbster

I think you are right about the regulations. I...

I think you are right about the regulations. I have been thinking about trading in the forester for an Outback. One advantage with my aluminum trailer is that it weighs 400LB. So I'm good for loading...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-20-20, 07:39 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,547
Posted By Alzerbster

I believe I wore out a chain, and cassette from...

I believe I wore out a chain, and cassette from cleaning to often. After I retired I started riding, which consisted 95% riding on crushed limestone trails. I bought my bike at the end of last May,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-20-20, 06:13 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 13,366
Posted By Alzerbster

I own a forester also, and its good for towing...

I own a forester also, and its good for towing 1500 lbs. I have a 2" Receiver for a bike rack, and I have a 5 foot by 8 foot aluminum, trailer I tow just fine with it for hauling lighter things. As...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-20-20, 06:07 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,541
Posted By Alzerbster

Most always I carry a firearm when riding. From...

Most always I carry a firearm when riding. From the story, I would have to guess a firearm carried by either person, would have saved the bikers life.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hL8uzR3Jn_s
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-04-20, 11:04 AM
Replies: 3,982
Views: 650,361
Posted By Alzerbster

Western Pa also has lots of great rail trails....

Western Pa also has lots of great rail trails. Likewise from where I live there are many trails within a 2 hour drive. The GAP being one of them, and another I like is the Armstrong trail, and the...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-28-20, 06:56 PM
Replies: 3,982
Views: 650,361
Posted By Alzerbster

Really want to do this trail. Didn't get to last...

Really want to do this trail. Didn't get to last year, and plan on doing it this year. So many great rail trails in Pa.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-28-20, 02:23 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,859
Posted By Alzerbster

Rao's is good stuff but pricey. Just a note...

Rao's is good stuff but pricey.

Just a note on chain lube. Last year bought a new bike and got into bike riding, solely on Pa's rail trails, which 90% are crushed limestone. After riding 700 miles...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-28-20, 02:00 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,435
Posted By Alzerbster

I got a pair of Shimano XT PD 8040 flats. They...

I got a pair of Shimano XT PD 8040 flats. They are just slightly concave, and for the riding I do the short pins are long enough to hold my foot in place. There are 10 pins per side, and you can get...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-24-20, 10:58 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,472
Posted By Alzerbster

Before the Sheldon Brown info was posted, I had...

Before the Sheldon Brown info was posted, I had read that information about tires on his website, and yes it confused me more. No big deal, I just bypass things that seem confusing and look for other...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-24-20, 04:47 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,472
Posted By Alzerbster

Yes kind of confusing. How is 1.75 and 1 3/4...

Yes kind of confusing. How is 1.75 and 1 3/4 different sizes? Why isn't there a standard for bike tires, as there is for auto tires?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-23-20, 09:21 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,472
Posted By Alzerbster

Okay thanks Bill for the info. That certainly...

Okay thanks Bill for the info. That certainly increases tire options, being able to get a bit different size tire than 26 x 2.10
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-23-20, 08:42 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,472
Posted By Alzerbster

Okay thanks Andy, I kind of thought that, but...

Okay thanks Andy, I kind of thought that, but just wanted to make sure before I told my son it was okay to get say a 2.0 or 1.75 tire width.
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