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Forum: Road Cycling
12-02-19, 01:28 PM
Replies: 228
Views: 22,592
Posted By FlRon

Florida rules for earbuds

Here is the rule for Florida:s. 316.304 – Wearing of Headsets

(1) No person shall operate a vehicle while wearing a headset, headphone, or other listening device, other than a hearing aid or...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-02-19, 01:07 PM
Replies: 111
Views: 9,393
Posted By FlRon

I tend to keep things pretty simple, so the only...

I tend to keep things pretty simple, so the only bike-related item I'm after is a cell phone holder. When I first got back into riding I didn’t see the need for one, obviously I was wrong about that.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-28-19, 02:36 PM
Replies: 319
Views: 63,370
Posted By FlRon

Personally, I am not generally a huge fan of...

Personally, I am not generally a huge fan of doctors. My experience is that far too many of them order unnecessary tests in order to keep the cash flowing. Again, that has been my experience only.
...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-28-19, 01:15 PM
Replies: 319
Views: 63,370
Posted By FlRon

I could write a book on this topic

Having by the grace of God survived a widow maker heart attack and subsequent open heart surgery, I am of course acutely in tune with my heart. I am now 20 years post open-heart, and had zero issues...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-08-19, 04:12 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 9,584
Posted By FlRon

I love seeing a kid get a new bike! I rode 11...

I love seeing a kid get a new bike! I rode 11 miles yesterday and with a gentle breeze and plenty of sunshine, I didn’t want it to end!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-05-19, 10:28 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 9,584
Posted By FlRon

Sounds like fun! I’ll stick to my little routine...

Sounds like fun! I’ll stick to my little routine for now however and look forward to hearing how well you did!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-05-19, 10:25 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 9,584
Posted By FlRon

Way to go rustystrings! It is a gradual process...

Way to go rustystrings! It is a gradual process isn’t it? When I first started riding I made the conscious decision that no matter how far or long I would ride, it was good enough for that day. I am...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-04-19, 01:27 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 9,584
Posted By FlRon

Hey there Madeleine! Glad to hear from you!

Hey there Madeleine!

Glad to hear from you!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-04-19, 01:25 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 9,584
Posted By FlRon

Living the dream and loving the journey!

Living the dream and loving the journey!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-04-19, 01:24 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 9,584
Posted By FlRon

Beautiful Punta Gorda!

Beautiful Punta Gorda!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-03-19, 08:18 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 9,584
Posted By FlRon

Reality check

This mornings ride was a challenge. We had a pretty stiff East wind this morning which really made riding difficult. What surprised me was how often I kept down shifting to compensate for the wind....
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-30-19, 08:58 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 9,584
Posted By FlRon

You are doing great! Definitely keeping a close...

You are doing great! Definitely keeping a close watch on the storm, hate it for those on the East coast.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-30-19, 08:55 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 9,584
Posted By FlRon

Reading these posts of others who are riding...

Reading these posts of others who are riding again after long layoffs is truly inspiring. I’m finding that riding is therapeutic in so many ways. It’s one of the most enjoyable things I do now!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-24-19, 01:45 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 9,584
Posted By FlRon

Things are going great, and thanks for asking! I...

Things are going great, and thanks for asking! I did 10 miles this morning, and my best to date is 12 miles. I could easily do 15 miles or more, but I'm pacing myself for now just enjoying being out...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-25-19, 03:52 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 9,584
Posted By FlRon

Thanks for the encouraging words! I really...

Thanks for the encouraging words! I really haven’t thought of goals except for going 10 miles, which I did a couple of weeks ago. Right now I’m just enjoying being out riding. It is surprising to me...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-24-19, 10:22 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 9,584
Posted By FlRon

Quick update

So I thought I’d check back in and let everyone know that I’m still riding. I ride 3-4 days a week in addition to my morning walk. I did my first 10 mile ride a couple of weeks ago, but typically...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-03-19, 08:35 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 698
Posted By FlRon

WOW! It all makes sense now. Thank you for the...

WOW! It all makes sense now. Thank you for the detailed explanation HillRider. I now have the confidence to buy the replacement tires and tubes.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-03-19, 08:33 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 698
Posted By FlRon

Thanks for the link. I had been to that site...

Thanks for the link. I had been to that site previously. Very confusing to a newbie!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-02-19, 06:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 698
Posted By FlRon

Tire and Tube question

I need to buy new tires and tubes for my older Crossroads Specialized bike. I guess my question is do I have to replace the old with the exact same sizes? I ride around the neighborhood almost...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-01-19, 07:03 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 12,711
Posted By FlRon

I find this same scenario in all types of retail...

I find this same scenario in all types of retail environments. For example, I know a fair bit about Martin guitars, having played them for over 40 years. I’ve made it my business to know the...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-06-19, 04:55 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 9,584
Posted By FlRon

We’ve had 90% humidity for the last week here,...

We’ve had 90% humidity for the last week here, and now that the summer rains are coming it’s only going to get worse. Most mornings on my walk it takes me about a 1/4 mile before my body adapts to...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-06-19, 04:53 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 9,584
Posted By FlRon

Thomas you are in a league that I doubt I’ll ever...

Thomas you are in a league that I doubt I’ll ever see. Twenty and thirty mile rides are something that seems unobtainable from where I’m at today. I’m doing between 5-7 miles four days a week, in...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-06-19, 04:47 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 9,584
Posted By FlRon

For sure! I tried to edit the title but couldn’t...

For sure! I tried to edit the title but couldn’t so at least it’s generated a couple of chuckles!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-03-19, 08:48 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 9,584
Posted By FlRon

Still going!

So, I have adjusted my morning routine slightly. Instead of walking 3 miles I backed off to between 2-2.5 miles. Now that I’m riding 4-5 days a week five to six miles at a clip, I figured I could...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-26-19, 06:40 PM
Replies: 3,578
Views: 987,776
Posted By FlRon

This not so old person rides this...

Early 90’s model (I think) Specialized Crossroads. Wish I could find some info about this bike but I couldn’t find it in the Specialized archives.
...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-15-19, 12:38 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 9,584
Posted By FlRon

Just the other day my wife was teasing me about...

Just the other day my wife was teasing me about not doing too much too soon. She mentioned that I wasn’t training for a triathlon! Funny that the two of you would mention the same thing!

I did 7...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-12-19, 07:18 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 9,584
Posted By FlRon

Thank you Dennis. The heat and humidity are...

Thank you Dennis. The heat and humidity are things I’m always aware of. I learned to pace myself in those conditions after my heart attack. I definitely have limits and am very careful not to cross...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-11-19, 01:29 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 9,584
Posted By FlRon

Today’s Update

Walk= 2.6 miles

Ride = 6.16 miles

The heat and humidity are here in force!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-10-19, 03:44 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 9,584
Posted By FlRon

Thanks Gerry. No ride today(so far) as I took my...

Thanks Gerry. No ride today(so far) as I took my wife shopping for a few hours. She’s been feeling cooped up a bit so I needed to make some time for her today. Still hoping to get out after dinner...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-09-19, 05:06 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 9,584
Posted By FlRon

2.1 mile walk and 3.1 mile ride this morning....

2.1 mile walk and 3.1 mile ride this morning. Felt great!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-08-19, 01:02 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 9,584
Posted By FlRon

It does feel great! Actually, I’m surprised at...

It does feel great! Actually, I’m surprised at just how liberating that first ride felt. This will sound corny, but it was like reuniting with an old friend.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-08-19, 12:44 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 9,584
Posted By FlRon

Thanks Bruce. Means a lot!

Thanks Bruce. Means a lot!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-08-19, 12:43 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 9,584
Posted By FlRon

Thanks Gerry! I’m going for two miles in the...

Thanks Gerry! I’m going for two miles in the morning.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-08-19, 12:42 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 9,584
Posted By FlRon

Thanks Dennis. Will do!

Thanks Dennis. Will do!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-08-19, 12:40 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 9,584
Posted By FlRon

I live in SW Florida. Ditto about the heat. Ive...

I live in SW Florida. Ditto about the heat. Ive already adjusted my daily walk time to earlier in the morning due to the heat. Sounds like you and your wife are quite a team! Congrats to both of you!
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-08-19, 12:37 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 5,903
Posted By FlRon

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

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1120x2000/2ce39f32_068b_4b4a_8b7a_b6c67d3454ec_1bf149798a6b59a0d0e4c4157a1223daa40c1cdc.jpeg...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-07-19, 07:54 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 5,903
Posted By FlRon

Specialized Crossroads info

I searched but couldn’t find anything about the Specialized Crossroads bike I recently acquired. I’m hoping some of the regular contributors here can fill me in on the age and any other general...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-07-19, 03:18 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 9,584
Posted By FlRon

Thanks John. I too know what it’s like to...

Thanks John. I too know what it’s like to overcome a major heart attack and bypass surgery. It’s a long road back but one worth the efforts.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-07-19, 03:16 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 9,584
Posted By FlRon

Thanks LesG, I am motivated!

Thanks LesG,

I am motivated!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-07-19, 03:14 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 9,584
Posted By FlRon

It felt incredible!!

It felt incredible!!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-07-19, 07:43 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 9,584
Posted By FlRon

My 1st ride in 22 years!

OK, this is no big deal to anyone besides me, but this morning I rode a bike for one mile. After walking 2.6 miles, I decided today was the day that I was going to get back on. If you knew where I...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-06-19, 09:50 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 16,221
Posted By FlRon

Let the experts do what they need to do. They do...

Let the experts do what they need to do. They do not need anyone’s assistance, and I’m pretty sure the rider doesn’t need an advocate at that particular time. If you just want to go over and say...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-06-19, 01:33 PM
Replies: 3,578
Views: 987,776
Posted By FlRon

We ride the same things as young people do. Don’t...

We ride the same things as young people do. Don’t we?
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-06-19, 01:29 PM
Replies: 241
Views: 50,022
Posted By FlRon

It means I couldn’t think of anything original or...

It means I couldn’t think of anything original or cool and I live in Florida.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-06-19, 01:27 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,430
Posted By FlRon

I’m just getting back into riding and this is one...

I’m just getting back into riding and this is one thing I am dreading.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-03-19, 03:07 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 10,125
Posted By FlRon

Couldn’t agree more. To each his own, but when...

Couldn’t agree more. To each his own, but when I’m riding I have no use for my phone. Stick it in my pocket where it can’t get lost or fall out, plus I can ignore it until I’m finished.
Forum: Introductions
05-02-19, 05:13 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,284
Posted By FlRon

I’m in SW Florida myself. Glad to meet you!

I’m in SW Florida myself. Glad to meet you!
Forum: Introductions
04-30-19, 04:51 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,284
Posted By FlRon

Thanks delbiker! That’s good to know, because I’m...

Thanks delbiker! That’s good to know, because I’m sure I will have a LOT of questions.
Forum: Introductions
04-30-19, 01:17 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,284
Posted By FlRon

Greetings from the Sunshine state

Hello everyone! I’m retired and on a mission to get back in shape. I just bought a used Specialized Crossroads bike for cheap to help me in achieving my goals. I’ve gone from barely walking two...
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