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Forum: Recumbent
12-21-08, 01:19 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 6,028
Posted By slowrider1

Interesting...I've heard more about tadpoles...

Interesting...I've heard more about tadpoles flipping than deltas, but the appropriate point here is that if either is pushed they will flip. I ride my EZ3 on the street, around the neighborhood and...
Forum: Recumbent
12-17-08, 06:29 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 6,028
Posted By slowrider1

" Earlier frame have been know to break at the...

" Earlier frame have been know to break at the cross bar joint, not that rare either."

geebee, are you referring to the EZ3's?
I hadn't heard about that one.
Forum: Recumbent
12-10-08, 05:51 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 6,028
Posted By slowrider1

That's true enough. Mine was app 56lbs out the...

That's true enough. Mine was app 56lbs out the door. Certainly more now. As far as reliability, I've seen some positive and negative on the web. I've had some minor issues, but then I've always...
Forum: Recumbent
12-08-08, 05:10 PM
Replies: 1,046
Views: 498,188
Posted By slowrider1

Here's my Sun EZ3 SX. It's my first trike and so...

Here's my Sun EZ3 SX. It's my first trike and so far so good!
The tadpoles look like alot of fun, but I don't think I could get in and out of most of them very well, so for now...this works very...
Forum: Recumbent
12-07-08, 01:45 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 6,028
Posted By slowrider1

Hi Crash2Much...which trike did you say you had? ...

Hi Crash2Much...which trike did you say you had?
No1Mad...What were the reasons for staying away from a Sun trike?
Forum: Recumbent
09-25-07, 12:48 AM
Replies: 1,046
Views: 498,188
Posted By slowrider1

Rans V2, std build except for pedals (CB...

Rans V2, std build except for pedals (CB Smarties) and shifters (SRAM X7 triggers). Still working out the starts and stops, but ridings a blast!
http://www.freewebs.com/hrdnat_home/V2i.jpg
Forum: Recumbent
12-05-06, 09:08 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 10,321
Posted By slowrider1

As a relative newbie myself I would like to offer...

As a relative newbie myself I would like to offer two pieces of advice. Do your homework and if you cant test ride it, dont buy it.

Rans V2 in place of the upright road. The Stratus is very nice,...
Forum: Recumbent
08-26-06, 09:30 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,052
Posted By slowrider1

Thanks Mooo, Speeds not an issue, but comfort...

Thanks Mooo,
Speeds not an issue, but comfort and stability are. I've heard many good things about the stratus. And I agree about the longevity of the Stratus, its definitely a plus. I think the two...
Forum: Recumbent
08-23-06, 01:12 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,052
Posted By slowrider1

Seriously now, no one has ride compared these two...

Seriously now, no one has ride compared these two bikes??
Forum: Recumbent
08-12-06, 02:42 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,052
Posted By slowrider1

Velocity squared vs Stratus

Has anyone compared the two? What did you think about:
slight length difference (26x20)?
BB height difference?
turning radius in relation to BB/crank position?
Hill starts?
and any other...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-14-06, 05:51 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,227
Posted By slowrider1

All too true, and if I decide to sell it, I'm...

All too true, and if I decide to sell it, I'm probably not looking for more than I put into it. Like I said before, I just wish it was a bit smaller, cause it sure does ride nice. It worked well on...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-13-06, 12:10 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,227
Posted By slowrider1

Lots of good info. You're right, its 501, and by...

Lots of good info. You're right, its 501, and by my measurements (if done correctly) the seat tube is 22.5" from center of BB to top of tube. I've been using it for a trainer bike this winter. I've...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-12-06, 02:16 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,227
Posted By slowrider1

Well ok.....thats all interesting. I have the...

Well ok.....thats all interesting. I have the original metal strap cage pedals, etched Italian handlebars, the suntour group (6spd/freewheel). I replaced the bottom bracket with a sealed cartridge as...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-11-06, 02:49 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,227
Posted By slowrider1

Classic Value

Anyone know where I could find info on how to determine value for a 1983 Trek 500 Sport/Road? And what the criteria would be for maintaining that value?
thanks
Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-04-06, 02:33 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,769
Posted By slowrider1

I'd be interested in hearing what you find out....

I'd be interested in hearing what you find out. I've been looking over all the posts and picking out the ideas that seem most appealing to try out. Lots of good suggestions out there. I've been...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-28-06, 01:41 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,769
Posted By slowrider1

Definitely still following. There are alot of...

Definitely still following. There are alot of good discussions coming out of this (and some interesting arguments too), so I'm seeing other views on excersing with diabetes. And BTW: way to go on the...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-15-06, 01:55 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,769
Posted By slowrider1

Thanks for the info. I signed up for lowcarbers...

Thanks for the info. I signed up for lowcarbers after I saw your post. There are a lot of great people there as well and many cyclists. This is the kind of stuff I've been looking for.
And my hats...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-07-06, 02:29 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,769
Posted By slowrider1

Also..burning fat is the plan..I've got enough to...

Also..burning fat is the plan..I've got enough to spare, heck that's part of the mission and why I work so hard. Plus along with excess body fat, I'm short and compact, been a weight lifter most of...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-07-06, 02:16 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,769
Posted By slowrider1

I'm hearing this low carb diet thing and am...

I'm hearing this low carb diet thing and am looking into it My carb intake is regulated now, but I may need to revise the plan..........thanks
Forum: Road Cycling
04-07-06, 02:09 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 3,403
Posted By slowrider1

Speeds not the issue. Sh$t happens! I've crashed...

Speeds not the issue. Sh$t happens! I've crashed 3 times on a motorcycle (actually hit twice, cliff diving once) and crashed once on my bike. "Safe" to say that the helmets (and leather) saved my...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-05-06, 02:30 AM
Replies: 271
Views: 10,589
Posted By slowrider1

Huh?

That ratio formula is insane. It would put me at 134lbs!! Aint no f'n way. My best 25 years ago was down to 170, and that was running everyday, 5 miles crosscountry. My ultimate goal is 180 and...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-05-06, 02:10 AM
Replies: 271
Views: 10,589
Posted By slowrider1

Keep on crankin'

Now thats a goal to look forward to!
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-05-06, 02:04 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,769
Posted By slowrider1

Keep it coming!

Well put. I'd like to point out that just because I may want a snickers bar, doesnt mean that I'm going to eat it. There's a lot of food like that. In truth, I'm better for not having those things I...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-04-06, 02:59 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,769
Posted By slowrider1

MisterJ I hear ya. I like oatmeal with peanut...

MisterJ
I hear ya. I like oatmeal with peanut butter before a ride (actually anytime, but works great for pre-loading) and according to my family, if I could get away with it, I would live on peanut...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-04-06, 02:53 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,769
Posted By slowrider1

Web page

Machka,
Great web page. Enjoyed the pic's of the various rides. I've been updating mine and hope to have it posted soon. The old site, theme and structure is no longer usefull or valid. Also thanks...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-04-06, 02:41 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,769
Posted By slowrider1

Thanks, lots of good suggestions. I like the idea...

Thanks, lots of good suggestions. I like the idea of a snickers bar. I havent had one in over three years! I have to watch the sugars though, I react quickly. Before I came up Diabetic, I used to use...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-03-06, 12:17 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,769
Posted By slowrider1

Diabetes and long rides

I'm working up to 50+ miles per and I'm finding that I'm hitting a blood sugar low that has been hard to supplement after a couple of hours of steady riding. Been using juice and PowerBars, but they...
Forum: Introductions
04-02-06, 11:31 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 263
Posted By slowrider1

Thanks I upgraded from a Sora group which came...

Thanks
I upgraded from a Sora group which came with the bike. It served me well, but I wanted to go double and am hoping for smoother shifting. The Trek (in the picture) is still running the...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-31-06, 03:31 AM
Replies: 271
Views: 10,589
Posted By slowrider1

5'7" 225lbs 47yrs workin for 200 (goal 1) ...

5'7" 225lbs 47yrs
workin for 200 (goal 1)
rebuilt OCR3
Trek 830 set up for the street
Trek 500 Sport/Road classic
Forum: Road Cycling
03-31-06, 02:55 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 5,508
Posted By slowrider1

Wash em!

After every ride, my bibs and jersey hit the shower with me. I dont even strip down. Straight into the shower! Hand wash the pads and the pits, wring out in a towel and hang dry. You wouldnt wear the...
Forum: Introductions
03-25-06, 03:15 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 263
Posted By slowrider1

Great forum here. Lots to view. I'm 47 yrs old...

Great forum here. Lots to view.
I'm 47 yrs old and I consider myself a casual rider. My riding goals are time on and distance. Spent plenty of time on, but am still working on the distance. I ride...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-17-06, 03:43 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 4,196
Posted By slowrider1

I almost hate to add to this lengthy and oh so...

I almost hate to add to this lengthy and oh so companionable commentary........but I just gotta. Thanks for the memories!
BTW...my 700$ bike is just as good as your 5000$ one.....as long as I get...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-11-06, 03:10 AM
Replies: 1,523
Views: 510,276
Posted By slowrider1

I picked up the OCR3 as my first road bike for...

I picked up the OCR3 as my first road bike for about 675.00 fall of '04, with full Sora group. I had not used drop bar brake/shifter systems before, so I think it was a good place to start and for...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-09-06, 03:09 AM
Replies: 3,556
Views: 2,499,139
Posted By slowrider1

my first bike, and still a great ride....cromo...

my first bike, and still a great ride....cromo Trek 830 (1990). changed the gearing, pedals, bars and tires.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-18-06, 01:30 PM
Replies: 3,556
Views: 2,499,139
Posted By slowrider1

Well at 225 I found the OCR3 to be fairly...

Well at 225 I found the OCR3 to be fairly comfortable, except for the composite fork. I think the overall ride is somewhat rough. I replaced the stock bars and stem with wider and somewhat more...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-18-06, 04:05 AM
Replies: 3,556
Views: 2,499,139
Posted By slowrider1

Wow, you've all got me beat in height, I'm only...

Wow, you've all got me beat in height, I'm only 5'7" at 225. Could do to lose a few, but that was my riding weight +/- 10 last summer. Did some miles hauling my but along on my OCR3. Good thing I'm...
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