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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-29-12, 07:35 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 7,111
Posted By Dale_S

I smoked for 35 years, quit 2 1/2 months ago....

I smoked for 35 years, quit 2 1/2 months ago. Still crave one every once in a while, but try to focus on other things when it happens, hoping not to relapse.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-29-12, 07:33 PM
Replies: 151
Views: 6,839
Posted By Dale_S

I no longer smoke, but if I find someone who is...

I no longer smoke, but if I find someone who is smoking and I wish not to smell it, I just move. I think smokers can only smoke in about 20% of places open to everyone, so I enjoy the 80% they can't.
Forum: Masters Racing (All Disciplines)
07-23-12, 12:07 AM
Replies: 403
Views: 32,123
Posted By Dale_S

I was at 172, quit smoking and now at 203 lbs :(,...

I was at 172, quit smoking and now at 203 lbs :(, and I am only 5'6". Hopefully riding again will start shaking the weight down in a few weeks.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-22-12, 10:29 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,819
Posted By Dale_S

I rode for a year, quit a little over 2 months...

I rode for a year, quit a little over 2 months ago, and started riding again last week. After smoking for 35 years it was not an easy quit, but so far so good. The cravings are still there, probably...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-20-12, 01:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 621
Posted By Dale_S

Thank you all for the thoughts and suggestions. I...

Thank you all for the thoughts and suggestions. I will keep plugging ahead, and hopefully be able to do a century within a year.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-19-12, 05:47 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 621
Posted By Dale_S

Easing back Into It

After smoking for 35 years, I quit 2 months ago. Still have the urge, sometimes I feel like I stopped 5 minutes ago, other times I don't think about it. I was riding 30 miles a day prior to...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-12-12, 02:14 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 3,075
Posted By Dale_S

It took me visiting a few LBS before I found the...

It took me visiting a few LBS before I found the one I spend my $$$ at. I was newbie, had not ridden in 20+ years. The first few I visited wanted to sell me either the cheapest bike in the shop, or...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-15-12, 01:30 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 4,100
Posted By Dale_S

I am now sporting a new pair of bifocals, and...

I am now sporting a new pair of bifocals, and turned 50 a few months ago. I have a 2nd pair that are progressive, hate them as you have to turn your head to keep the focus in the right spot, I like...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
01-04-12, 01:30 PM
Replies: 199
Views: 7,701
Posted By Dale_S

x2.

x2.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
01-04-12, 01:27 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,751
Posted By Dale_S

I don't use any flashing rear lights at night....

I don't use any flashing rear lights at night. The reason the CHP does not use flashing lights at night is according to them some drunks hone in on the flashing lights and run into them. Had a Deputy...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-04-12, 01:22 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 3,991
Posted By Dale_S

I would wonder how they are getting in also,...

I would wonder how they are getting in also, start by fixing how they get in. I keep mine in my office, but I work from home. Considering the number of bikes, someone knows how to get in there, and...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-20-11, 11:35 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 4,311
Posted By Dale_S

I rode as a kid, started driving and left the...

I rode as a kid, started driving and left the bike in the garage in 1976. In 1987 while working for a Police Department I was asked if I wanted to be on Bike Patrol. Rode Bike Patrol until 1992 when...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-25-11, 07:15 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,061
Posted By Dale_S

I started to ride this evening, thought I would...

I started to ride this evening, thought I would warm up, didn't. I guess I need to figure out how to talk the wife into some warmers. Just starting out has been expensive, but I want to keep riding,...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-23-11, 04:54 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,194
Posted By Dale_S

I started running, had some knee pain. Went to...

I started running, had some knee pain. Went to the Dr. who sent me to the Orthopedist. Long story short, was told not to run until I am down to 150, then come back before I start. Weight and football...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-17-11, 01:11 AM
Replies: 103
Views: 4,938
Posted By Dale_S

I doubt licensing folks to cycle will do much....

I doubt licensing folks to cycle will do much. This evening I was riding, came up to a red light stopped, as did 3 or 4 other cyclists. As we are waiting for the green, we are passed by another...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-17-11, 12:57 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 833
Posted By Dale_S

In 2010, the California Highway Patrol gave out...

In 2010, the California Highway Patrol gave out 397 texting-while driving citations and 11,367 citations to motorists who talked on cell phones that were not hands-free. A very small number is you...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-14-11, 11:49 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 4,150
Posted By Dale_S

I usually don't post when I see the flame...

I usually don't post when I see the flame throwers coming out, usually just search the forum for any info. I am looking for, and read the current posts. I don't know about the rest of you on here,...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-14-11, 11:46 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 833
Posted By Dale_S

I have seen drivers pounding away with their...

I have seen drivers pounding away with their thumbs, and 2 weeks ago saw a cyclist on his road bike sitting up doing the same thing while peddling. Yesterday the High School was just finishing up the...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-13-11, 11:27 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 5,589
Posted By Dale_S

I must have grown up wrong, I don't care what you...

I must have grown up wrong, I don't care what you wear, what you ride, if your 10 pounds or 1,000 pounds, pack a 50 cal, or a dozen roses. I will ride with anyone who enjoys riding. I ride to relax...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-13-11, 08:31 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 3,370
Posted By Dale_S

When I started riding a few months back, I was...

When I started riding a few months back, I was nervous anytime someone passed with announcing. Now that I have been riding for about 5 months I can hear them before they pass. Not sure if it is tire...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-09-11, 09:58 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 4,479
Posted By Dale_S

So far only 1 bad experience. Was riding on a...

So far only 1 bad experience. Was riding on a marked Bike Path, saw a German Shepard ahead with 2 people walking towards me in the opposing lane. At the time I didn't think much about it, would do as...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-09-11, 09:31 AM
Replies: 179
Views: 8,282
Posted By Dale_S

After trying various non-cycling shorts with...

After trying various non-cycling shorts with t-shirts, I went out and bought cycling shorts first, then ended up with a few sets of bibs and jersey's. Before I started riding 5 months ago I rarely...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-08-11, 11:35 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 4,080
Posted By Dale_S

I wear one, only have 1 brain, it barely...

I wear one, only have 1 brain, it barely functions now, so any help I can give it to survive another day can't hurt. Now if you don't want to wear one, doesn't bother me one bit, you are old enough...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-08-11, 11:32 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 4,511
Posted By Dale_S

I have no choice but to ride in the lane when...

I have no choice but to ride in the lane when leaving the house, or coming back to the house. The road is 6 lanes, posted 55 MPH, no shoulder, and if the CHP sees you on the narrow sidewalk, they...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-08-11, 11:09 PM
Replies: 27,136
Views: 3,129,856
Posted By Dale_S

17 miles today.

17 miles today.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-07-11, 11:37 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 5,218
Posted By Dale_S

For some reason my mind was clear, just enjoyed...

For some reason my mind was clear, just enjoyed the nice 75 degree temperature, and just enjoyed the ride. I usually have something to think about, but not today :).
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-07-11, 11:35 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 543
Posted By Dale_S

I am not sure how it works in Canada, but in the...

I am not sure how it works in Canada, but in the States the bike is covered under your Homeowner's or Renter's Insurance Policy. BTW - was in Montreal last November for work, nice City.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-07-11, 11:32 PM
Replies: 27,136
Views: 3,129,856
Posted By Dale_S

Took the bus in my riding gear to the Bike Shop,...

Took the bus in my riding gear to the Bike Shop, didn't feel like driving. A few strange looks, but no comments. Picked up the bike, rode it home, 14 miles. Almost had my first clipless accident, but...
Forum: Southern California
06-07-11, 11:20 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,040
Posted By Dale_S

Urbanknight, I have ridden those also and took...

Urbanknight, I have ridden those also and took the traffic lane on Bouquet the other day. Most of the time I will take the lane, but for some reason after 1 time on Plum, I would rather ride...
Forum: Southern California
06-07-11, 03:23 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,040
Posted By Dale_S

I am a bit surprised since the Government Code...

I am a bit surprised since the Government Code states traffic signs that are white background with black lettering are regulatory, and you can be cited for it, yellow background and black lettering...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-07-11, 08:59 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 978
Posted By Dale_S

I just bought a 1UP USA rack and use it on my 06...

I just bought a 1UP USA rack and use it on my 06 4 Runner, 11 Tundra, and 07 Chevy. All of them have a 2" receiver. I went with a rack that uses the hitch receiver as I could use it on all my...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-06-11, 11:32 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 631
Posted By Dale_S

N+ 1.5?

N+ 1.5?
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-06-11, 11:31 PM
Replies: 27,136
Views: 3,129,856
Posted By Dale_S

No spare here, or at least not yet, depends on...

No spare here, or at least not yet, depends on when the wife will let me spend some on a backup.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-06-11, 11:30 PM
Replies: 27,136
Views: 3,129,856
Posted By Dale_S

I took it down to Roger at Newhall Bike. Roger is...

I took it down to Roger at Newhall Bike. Roger is passionate about what he does, and won't do it unless it's done right, and that is way I want it done.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-06-11, 11:24 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 24,299
Posted By Dale_S

I recently switched from regular pedals to...

I recently switched from regular pedals to clipless. The only advantage I can think of is you use some different muscles if you use the entire rotation of the cranks, pushing when going down, and...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-06-11, 11:13 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,067
Posted By Dale_S

The bar code I am assuming is either 2D or 3 of...

The bar code I am assuming is either 2D or 3 of 9, the only reason for 3 of 9 is it seems to be the most utilized. The only downfall I see is you have to hope your card stays attached during the...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-06-11, 09:55 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,067
Posted By Dale_S

The only problem I see with it is most Hospitals...

The only problem I see with it is most Hospitals where I live the IT Department disabled the USB ports to prevent the employee's from copying data. I also doubt the cops would try and read it, they...
Forum: Southern California
06-06-11, 09:19 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,040
Posted By Dale_S

Here is the Santa Clarita City Ordinances I have...

Here is the Santa Clarita City Ordinances I have found. I have the County one's if you want those also. I would think if you are on the sidewalk you should slow or speed up to merge safely. As for...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-06-11, 07:07 PM
Replies: 27,136
Views: 3,129,856
Posted By Dale_S

No ride today :(, bike is in the shop for a...

No ride today :(, bike is in the shop for a tune-up :). Left it this afternoon, will get it back tomorrow :beer:.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-06-11, 07:01 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,869
Posted By Dale_S

It is not a cheap, but I look at what I spend on...

It is not a cheap, but I look at what I spend on Jennie Craig or NutriSystems, and in the cycling is cheaper, and is long term. I, like many friends did the Jennie and Nutri, worked until we stopped...
Forum: Touring
06-06-11, 06:07 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,123
Posted By Dale_S

A few thoughts, isn't that in the SBNF? If it is...

A few thoughts, isn't that in the SBNF? If it is in SBNF you have some options if you can't rent a campsite for the night. SBNF has "Yellow Post" sites that are not in Campgrounds, but usually found...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-06-11, 05:53 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 700
Posted By Dale_S

The Cydes/Athenas 200+ is a bit deceiving IMHO. I...

The Cydes/Athenas 200+ is a bit deceiving IMHO. I am 5-05, according to the Dietician my ideal weight for my height and bone structure is 135. Now take someone who is 6-00, and weights 200, but has a...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-06-11, 05:36 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 822
Posted By Dale_S

Keep riding, see your Doctor, ask plenty of...

Keep riding, see your Doctor, ask plenty of questions, and don't hold back any info from him/her. Let the Doctor know you intend to go out and peddle, that will help determine what meds they give,...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-06-11, 05:20 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 700
Posted By Dale_S

I have to agree with you. The first month or two...

I have to agree with you. The first month or two I only noticed a few pounds, but I had been sedentary for 11 years. In my case it was a buildup of muscle, and a loss of fat, and felt I wasn't...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-06-11, 05:11 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,869
Posted By Dale_S

You have to just take it one day at a time. Some...

You have to just take it one day at a time. Some days I will only do 10-15 miles, others I do 20 miles, depends on how tired I get, and I will take a day off if anything aches. I am 5-05, am round as...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-06-11, 12:47 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 2,794
Posted By Dale_S

I am riding for fitness, but have started riding...

I am riding for fitness, but have started riding 20 miles a day, and rarely take a day off. I don't see myself in a race, but hopefully will be able to finish a Century at some point, and do a few...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-06-11, 12:43 AM
Replies: 135
Views: 5,218
Posted By Dale_S

On my ride I was thinking of adventuring out of...

On my ride I was thinking of adventuring out of my comfort zone and start new routes to break up the scenery a bit. Since I am a solo rider due to my newness, I am thinking of my ride this July....
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-04-11, 02:31 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,001
Posted By Dale_S

Nothing like Celeste Green. Nice pics.

Nothing like Celeste Green. Nice pics.
Forum: Southern California
06-04-11, 02:28 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,808
Posted By Dale_S

That sucks, hate thieves. I wonder how many...

That sucks, hate thieves. I wonder how many different keys Yakima produces, or is it a one key fits all?
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-03-11, 08:04 AM
Replies: 135
Views: 5,218
Posted By Dale_S

Tri-tip is a cut of meat, and when cooked right...

Tri-tip is a cut of meat, and when cooked right is probably the best cut out there. I travel for work frequently, and rarely see it outside the area, so it must be something local. Tri-tip is the...
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