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Forum: Road Cycling
08-19-13, 01:47 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,759
Posted By DerekMcC

I was a small boat coxswain (Boatswain's Mate) on...

I was a small boat coxswain (Boatswain's Mate) on the USS Saipan (decommissioned now).
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-09-13, 02:05 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,450
Posted By DerekMcC

This.

This.
Forum: Touring
05-30-13, 02:08 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 14,571
Posted By DerekMcC

They are "Dimension" brand trekking bars which I...

They are "Dimension" brand trekking bars which I think my LBS got from QBP. They are 6.3" (16cm) front to back, center to center, and 2.6" (6.6cm) stem clamp to back, center to center.
Forum: Touring
05-29-13, 12:26 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 14,571
Posted By DerekMcC

I'll do this tonight as I was too lazy to ride it...

I'll do this tonight as I was too lazy to ride it to work today.
Forum: Commuting
05-28-13, 10:52 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,865
Posted By DerekMcC

Got the print edition for a year. Now I get the...

Got the print edition for a year. Now I get the digital. It has pretty good stuff for those interested in the cycling lifestyle.
Forum: Touring
05-28-13, 09:44 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 14,571
Posted By DerekMcC

I love mine and they do offer additional hand...

I love mine and they do offer additional hand positions that I use.
319708
Forum: Commuting
05-10-13, 01:05 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,280
Posted By DerekMcC

+ 1 on this. I have been a regular at a shop...

+ 1 on this. I have been a regular at a shop where I always get good (not great) deals because I have spent time and money there. I am also a regular on the monthly "dinner rides" where we all just...
Forum: Commuting
05-09-13, 09:08 AM
Replies: 456
Views: 66,090
Posted By DerekMcC

5' behind me: 315726

5' behind me:
315726
Forum: Commuting
05-08-13, 08:47 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,711
Posted By DerekMcC

After just two days commuting on my new bars I...

After just two days commuting on my new bars I know I am going to like them. I have also decided to wrap the remainder of the bars.

I think I might try the recycled inner tubes first.
Forum: Commuting
05-05-13, 12:33 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,711
Posted By DerekMcC

Good idea. I may try that.

Good idea. I may try that.
Forum: Commuting
05-05-13, 09:19 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,711
Posted By DerekMcC

New Trekking Bars on my Commuter

I just put trekking bars on my commuter to get some additional hand positions. My hands have been going numb on the stock upright bars. I only have about 10 miles so far but I like them and tomorrow...
Forum: Commuting
02-23-12, 01:41 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 6,471
Posted By DerekMcC

It is really a personal preference thing. I use...

It is really a personal preference thing. I use mine on my glasses, but they work fine on my helmet also.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-17-12, 03:41 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,171
Posted By DerekMcC

This is what I am riding now at 225. Same size...

This is what I am riding now at 225. Same size even.
Forum: Commuting
07-08-11, 09:09 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,193
Posted By DerekMcC

I have used the Walds and liked them. I got rid...

I have used the Walds and liked them. I got rid of that bike and the Walds are now somewhere in my garage. I probably need to find them one of these days.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-07-11, 09:14 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,802
Posted By DerekMcC

I am currently commuting 3 days a week on an...

I am currently commuting 3 days a week on an Absolute 3.0 for 9 miles each way plus errands. I really like this bike.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-06-11, 03:28 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,877
Posted By DerekMcC

I went the pragmatic route and have ordered the...

I went the pragmatic route and have ordered the Synapse Carbon 5. It was a difficult decision. It is going to be a 2011 and apparently there are very few left available to the distributors. I should...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-27-11, 03:43 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 3,429
Posted By DerekMcC

Great story and great bike. Just get out...

Great story and great bike.

Just get out and enjoy some miles.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-27-11, 09:53 AM
Replies: 190
Views: 9,295
Posted By DerekMcC

I used to do both, but bilateral hip replacements...

I used to do both, but bilateral hip replacements = no more running.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-27-11, 09:47 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,877
Posted By DerekMcC

I use the mapping and printing functions pretty...

I use the mapping and printing functions pretty regularly.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-16-11, 01:32 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,250
Posted By DerekMcC

B E A Utiful.

B E A Utiful.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-16-11, 11:00 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,678
Posted By DerekMcC

I have been riding the 1000 for 3 years. It does...

I have been riding the 1000 for 3 years. It does have some road buzz but I put on a B17 and double wrapped the bar tape. It has been okay with that, but I do have a bad back and am now facing...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-16-11, 10:50 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,124
Posted By DerekMcC

Thule revolver on the minivan all of the time.

Thule revolver on the minivan all of the time.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-16-11, 10:47 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,274
Posted By DerekMcC

Scwinn World back in 1983.

Scwinn World back in 1983.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-11-11, 08:49 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 689
Posted By DerekMcC

I am an extreme extrovert, much to my wifes's...

I am an extreme extrovert, much to my wifes's annoyance, and I like to be around people. However, I have found that 3 hour rides by myself are very therapeutic.

I am not in good enough condition...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-10-11, 03:16 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 3,801
Posted By DerekMcC

+1

+1
Forum: Road Cycling
05-09-11, 09:41 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,877
Posted By DerekMcC

Jediphobic, I have a some questions...

Jediphobic,

I have a some questions concerning your Record Ace. It is a beautiful bike and it seems like a great price. I might consider it if I decide not to drop the money on the International...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-06-11, 07:34 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,877
Posted By DerekMcC

Yes, I am considering SRAM. I am just not as...

Yes, I am considering SRAM. I am just not as familiar with it. The LBS owner said he likes some SRAM stuff but not the complete groups. I will have to get some clarification on that.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-06-11, 07:29 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,877
Posted By DerekMcC

$1295, which he said is the price if he is the...

$1295, which he said is the price if he is the one that does the build up. This condition is not a problem for me because I know he will give me good deals on the components and labor. He always...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-05-11, 09:33 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,877
Posted By DerekMcC

2011 Raleigh International Frameset

I was 95% decided on a Cannondale carbon Synapse because of its all-day-comfort advertising and reputation. It is still the most sensible move for me.

However, I was at a LBS earlier this week...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-02-11, 10:29 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,017
Posted By DerekMcC

I have a hill like this that I made it up on...

I have a hill like this that I made it up on Saturday for the first time this year without stopping. I see other riders go up it pretty fast and pass me like I'm standing still. Well now that I know...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-27-11, 10:32 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,723
Posted By DerekMcC

:thumb: Yes, or ". . . while he's digging...

:thumb: Yes, or

". . . while he's digging through his toolbox looking for stuff he can downsize into a mult-tool to save 300 grams or so "

while finishing off that 2nd calzone.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-27-11, 09:02 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,723
Posted By DerekMcC

A big problem with my weight, and therefore my...

A big problem with my weight, and therefore my cycling, is that I love the "greasy spoon" restaurants. If I were to ever start out on a bike tour, it would brobably be to hit all of the places...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-27-11, 08:51 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 2,978
Posted By DerekMcC

:) Yeah, that about sums it up for me.

:) Yeah, that about sums it up for me.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-27-11, 08:43 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 561
Posted By DerekMcC

I have seen lots of saddles at the LBS's....

I have seen lots of saddles at the LBS's. Unfortunately, I have never found the one I was looking for WHEN I was looking for it.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-26-11, 09:03 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,554
Posted By DerekMcC

I love my B17.

I love my B17.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-26-11, 09:02 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 349
Posted By DerekMcC

It is arthritic deterioration. The bone is...

It is arthritic deterioration. The bone is spurring. It was kinda weird to hear some of the "crunching" sound when he was rotating the joint in certain ways.

I have been dealing with arthritis...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-26-11, 03:36 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 603
Posted By DerekMcC

Excellent work. Good luck on that century.

Excellent work. Good luck on that century.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-26-11, 03:32 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 616
Posted By DerekMcC

Contango wrote "The dying isn't so bad, it's just...

Contango wrote "The dying isn't so bad, it's just that you feel so stiff the following day."



+1. That needs to be added to my arsenal. Great line.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-26-11, 03:26 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 805
Posted By DerekMcC

Seems pretty reasonable. I have already doing...

Seems pretty reasonable. I have already doing some of these but I refuse to do #4 for the sake of having "plausible deniability."
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-26-11, 03:23 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 349
Posted By DerekMcC

It has a couple of times but in general I've just...

It has a couple of times but in general I've just been changing my position like when my upper body is feeling fatigued. It has pretty much worked so I am not concerned about it taking away bike...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-26-11, 03:02 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 349
Posted By DerekMcC

Just got back from the Dr

That nagging shoulder problem I have been having is going to eventually require surgery. He (a Rheumatologist) said I will need to see an Orthopedic surgeon. I can wait for a while until it becomes...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-25-11, 02:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,796
Posted By DerekMcC

Thanks, I did not realize this. I guess I need to...

Thanks, I did not realize this. I guess I need to look at specifications more carefully.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-25-11, 01:56 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,796
Posted By DerekMcC

Beaker Thanks for the PMs. I have been...

Beaker

Thanks for the PMs. I have been unable to reply due to not having 50 posts on BF. I eliminated the CAAD10 due to the back problems that I seem to be continually having. I eliminated the...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-25-11, 01:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,796
Posted By DerekMcC

Synapse Carbon 5 - 105 with FSA Crank

I think I finally have my bike search down to 1. It is a Synapse Carbon 5 with 105. One thing that I am unsure about, however, is the FSA Gossamer Pro crank. This probably saves some money vs a 105...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-25-11, 12:29 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 797
Posted By DerekMcC

This is what I started using this year and I am...

This is what I started using this year and I am very satisfied with it.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-24-11, 09:08 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,723
Posted By DerekMcC

It looks perfectly tasty to me.

It looks perfectly tasty to me.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-24-11, 09:07 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 936
Posted By DerekMcC

I seem to always to be spinning at 88-89 RPM when...

I seem to always to be spinning at 88-89 RPM when I look down at my computer; Occasionally higher; Occasionally lower, but usually right in there.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-23-11, 08:37 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,448
Posted By DerekMcC

:)This is good news. I'm sore because I am riding...

:)This is good news. I'm sore because I am riding too slow. Tomorrow I will just go faster.:D

I do know what you mean, but it does sound kinda funny.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-23-11, 08:33 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,473
Posted By DerekMcC

Get them riding. Keep them riding. It is probably...

Get them riding. Keep them riding. It is probably pretty hard to control with a group that large. I worked with the cub scouts for a couple of years and we referred to all activities as "herding...
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