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Forum: Southern California
06-15-15, 02:14 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,761
Posted By Pokey Rider

I live in the South Bay and have used Helen's in...

I live in the South Bay and have used Helen's in the past and have had no issues with them. I've heard that Ted's Manhattan Cycles on Sepulveda is good but have not used them. Good luck!!
Forum: Southern California
05-22-15, 02:12 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,860
Posted By Pokey Rider

I ride the bike path through Playa Del Rey,...

I ride the bike path through Playa Del Rey, Manhattan Beach, Hermosa Beach and Redondo Beach all the time. It gets really crowded on the weekends so you gotta watch out for the oblivious pedestrians...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-19-14, 11:31 AM
Replies: 106
Views: 16,976
Posted By Pokey Rider

I've got a Prius V and can fit my bike inside...

I've got a Prius V and can fit my bike inside without taking the wheels off. I've also been able to put two bikes inside without taking the front wheels off. One of the bikes was a 61cm!! I separate...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-03-14, 06:18 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,902
Posted By Pokey Rider

What kind of shape are you in? Overweight? What...

What kind of shape are you in? Overweight? What kind of cadence do you spin at? If you're spinning too slow, you might be working too hard and then your knees might hurt. Try spinning at a cadence of...
Forum: Southern California
07-17-14, 09:13 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,083
Posted By Pokey Rider

The Bicycle Stand at 2740 E Broadway, Long Beach...

The Bicycle Stand at 2740 E Broadway, Long Beach (562) 279-4936 specializes in vintage bikes. You might want to give them a call for a quote. Good luck on your build.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-14-13, 11:14 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 5,897
Posted By Pokey Rider

Check out Williams Wheels. Pretty reasonable and...

Check out Williams Wheels. Pretty reasonable and light for the price.

http://www.williamscycling.com/Wheel-System-30-2024-spoke-count_p_8.html
Forum: Southern California
09-11-13, 09:48 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,621
Posted By Pokey Rider

Holy crap, I was in Morro Bay that weekend....

Holy crap, I was in Morro Bay that weekend. Deepest sympathies to their families.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-04-13, 05:15 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,632
Posted By Pokey Rider

+1 on the Cervelo R3

+1 on the Cervelo R3
Forum: Road Cycling
08-19-13, 10:18 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,142
Posted By Pokey Rider

Helmet first for sure. I'd say skip the shoes and...

Helmet first for sure. I'd say skip the shoes and pedals until you're pretty comfortable on the bike and have ridden it for awhile. Clip on pedals can be a bit tricky at first for a beginner and you...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-08-13, 02:22 AM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,413,486
Posted By Pokey Rider

Its a 48. I'm a bit vertically challenged and...

Its a 48. I'm a bit vertically challenged and hard time finding a bike to fit me. :)
Forum: Road Cycling
08-07-13, 09:04 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,984
Posted By Pokey Rider

Sorry for your loss. I feel your pain. I lost my...

Sorry for your loss. I feel your pain. I lost my 10 year old Australian Shepherd October 2012. I dread the day when our 13 year old female Australian Shepherd passes.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-07-13, 08:41 PM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,413,486
Posted By Pokey Rider

Cervelo R3

My new Cervelo R3 Ultegra

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Forum: Road Cycling
06-27-13, 07:28 PM
Replies: 691
Views: 142,295
Posted By Pokey Rider

I've got the light blue and white version of that...

I've got the light blue and white version of that bike :)325933
Forum: Road Cycling
06-25-13, 09:47 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 630
Posted By Pokey Rider

I second that you go to a podiatrist. Awhile ago,...

I second that you go to a podiatrist. Awhile ago, I had foot pain only while golfing, went through numerous shoes. Finally went to a podiatrist and found out that I had plantar fasciitis. Wear an...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-24-13, 10:05 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,992
Posted By Pokey Rider

Carbon fiber wheels question

Hi all,

Going to pick up a set of carbon fiber wheels soon. I currently hang my bike upside down by the wheels from the garage roof rafters. Can I hang my bike upside down by the carbon fiber...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-23-13, 11:04 PM
Replies: 139
Views: 32,246
Posted By Pokey Rider

LOL, must have a HUGE Ass to ride that first bike

LOL, must have a HUGE Ass to ride that first bike
Forum: Road Cycling
06-23-13, 11:00 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,245
Posted By Pokey Rider

Thanks all. I'm currently riding a 2011 Trek 2.1...

Thanks all. I'm currently riding a 2011 Trek 2.1 (aluminum frame and 105 components) and am looking into moving up to a carbon fiber frame. I'll talk to my LBS before I order one and see if they...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-22-13, 11:00 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,245
Posted By Pokey Rider

Ridley Damocles?

Anybody ride a Ridley Damocles? I'm thinking of getting one but want to know how it rides. Is it super stiff, compliant, everyday ride? By the way, I'm over 50 and ride with a fast (to me) group and...
Forum: Southern California
04-17-13, 09:02 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 623
Posted By Pokey Rider

Is there still a lot of sand on the Strand?

Is there still a lot of sand on the Strand?
Forum: Southern California
03-24-13, 04:29 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 980
Posted By Pokey Rider

I just rode that section today and it was fine....

I just rode that section today and it was fine. The only issue that I had was on the way back (south bound) some idiots were riding against traffic on my side of the road. I guess they didn't want to...
Forum: Southern California
08-28-12, 09:21 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,617
Posted By Pokey Rider

I drove on that portion of Del Amo Blvd yesterday...

I drove on that portion of Del Amo Blvd yesterday and sure enough, there's a sign banning pedestrians and bicycles. It's funny how to the west on Del Amo Blvd by Madrona before the new section,...
Forum: Southern California
02-07-12, 08:18 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,857
Posted By Pokey Rider

I think the climb from PV Drive South up...

I think the climb from PV Drive South up Hawthorne is more of a climb than from PCH up Hawthorne but then again I've never ridden it but have driven it plenty of times. I'm too out of shape to ride...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-24-11, 04:15 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,476
Posted By Pokey Rider

Merry Christmas to all!! It's gonna be great...

Merry Christmas to all!! It's gonna be great weather to ride tomorrow in LA, 75 degrees!! Unfortunately, I'll be driving to NorCal in the morning.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-21-11, 11:35 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 659
Posted By Pokey Rider

It's not very fun riding in the rain with...

It's not very fun riding in the rain with glasses. Don't wear contacts so, I'd prefer to wait until it's dry outside
Forum: Southern California
12-12-11, 01:13 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,857
Posted By Pokey Rider

No climbs or descents???? Palos Verdes has a lot...

No climbs or descents???? Palos Verdes has a lot of climbs and descents.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-10-11, 02:22 PM
Replies: 223
Views: 52,402
Posted By Pokey Rider

Ok, here's my vintage Guerciotti 230001

Ok, here's my vintage Guerciotti

230001
Forum: Road Cycling
12-04-11, 01:48 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 27,246
Posted By Pokey Rider

My bike fits inside my '06 Honda Pilot with the...

My bike fits inside my '06 Honda Pilot with the front and rear wheels attached. Of course, I have to put the rear seats down :)
Forum: Southern California
11-15-11, 03:19 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 2,517
Posted By Pokey Rider

Congrats Mr Beanz!!! Excellent job!! It's so hard...

Congrats Mr Beanz!!! Excellent job!! It's so hard to get a job, any job in this tough economy. God was looking out for you and Gina!!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-05-11, 03:58 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 592
Posted By Pokey Rider

As a type 2 diabetic myself, I congratulate you!!...

As a type 2 diabetic myself, I congratulate you!! It's a lot of hard work to get where you are now, keep it up.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-01-11, 10:43 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,322
Posted By Pokey Rider

Nice looking bike!! I like that pain scheme!

Nice looking bike!! I like that pain scheme!
Forum: Road Cycling
10-13-11, 06:35 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 852
Posted By Pokey Rider

I've got the same bike, but mine came with a...

I've got the same bike, but mine came with a compact double. I think all you'd have to change is the crank.

Check out the Planet X brake set. Lighter than Dura Ace and a pretty good price at...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-08-11, 06:36 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 809
Posted By Pokey Rider

Check out: www.bonktown.com...

Check out: www.bonktown.com (http://www.bonktown.com)

They have some pretty good deals on shorts, bibs and shoes among other stuff.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-02-11, 04:25 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 904
Posted By Pokey Rider

On your left......

On your left......
Forum: Road Cycling
09-28-11, 09:31 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,439
Posted By Pokey Rider

Wow, that's pretty cool! I really don't want to...

Wow, that's pretty cool! I really don't want to use a mirror, but riding around SoCal can be a little dangerous.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-28-11, 07:53 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,760
Posted By Pokey Rider

If it was me, I'd return it and ask for another...

If it was me, I'd return it and ask for another one. You paid good money for a new undamaged rim. That rim looks to be damaged and repaired to me.

Good luck
Forum: Road Cycling
09-27-11, 01:18 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,653
Posted By Pokey Rider

I have the Williams System 19's and love them. I...

I have the Williams System 19's and love them. I knew that they weren't aero when I bought them but they have served me well so far. I don't ride fast enough to enjoy the aero benefits anyway. I...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-27-11, 12:17 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,439
Posted By Pokey Rider

Thanks everyone. I'll be looking at the...

Thanks everyone. I'll be looking at the take-a-look and the Itallian Road Bike mirror.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-26-11, 12:40 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,439
Posted By Pokey Rider

Does anyone use a mirror?

I've been thinking of getting a mirror but don't know what's best, on the bike or on the helmet. Any suggestions?
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-26-11, 12:33 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,161
Posted By Pokey Rider

I LOVE eggplant!!

I LOVE eggplant!!
Forum: Road Cycling
09-25-11, 11:26 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,835
Posted By Pokey Rider

I'd be all over that!! Sounds like a great deal...

I'd be all over that!! Sounds like a great deal to me.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-25-11, 10:15 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,161
Posted By Pokey Rider

If you want to use oyster sauce, add it at the...

If you want to use oyster sauce, add it at the end.
Forum: Southern California
09-25-11, 10:08 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,043
Posted By Pokey Rider

Congrats!! Did that ride a couple of times in the...

Congrats!! Did that ride a couple of times in the 1990's. Long ass 8 mile hill!!!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-22-11, 12:55 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 554
Posted By Pokey Rider

Welcome Rachel!! Good luck with your riding. I...

Welcome Rachel!! Good luck with your riding. I recently got back into riding myself after a 20+ year layoff. I'm in the LA area myself, specifically the south bay. I rode the Strand today.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-19-11, 11:02 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,799
Posted By Pokey Rider

I've got an 80's Guerciotti

I've got an 80's Guerciotti
Forum: Road Cycling
09-17-11, 01:25 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,020
Posted By Pokey Rider

I have the Williams System 19's and am very happy...

I have the Williams System 19's and am very happy with them, especially the price and weight.

http://www.williamscycling.com/sys19.html
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
09-14-11, 11:48 PM
Replies: 319
Views: 112,931
Posted By Pokey Rider

testing

testing
Forum: Road Cycling
09-12-11, 12:14 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,511
Posted By Pokey Rider

Check out Williams System 19 wheels, only 1440...

Check out Williams System 19 wheels, only 1440 grams and $499.

Here's a link:

http://www.williamscycling.com/sys19.html
Forum: Road Cycling
09-10-11, 06:00 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 756
Posted By Pokey Rider

Great bike!! I've got the exact same one except...

Great bike!! I've got the exact same one except in a smaller size.
Forum: Southern California
09-08-11, 09:33 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 740
Posted By Pokey Rider

omg, lol!!!

omg, lol!!!
Forum: Southern California
09-08-11, 03:48 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 740
Posted By Pokey Rider

Hey Garfield Cat, thanks for the info, I'll...

Hey Garfield Cat, thanks for the info, I'll remember that when I ride the SART.
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