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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-11-07, 10:09 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,702
Posted By Lone Ranger

I envy you guys who can just walk away from fun...

I envy you guys who can just walk away from fun activities. I just keep doing more, shifting among my hobbies. It gets hard to juggle 10-15 hobbies, and I don't know what I will do when I get to 30...
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-02-07, 07:17 PM
Replies: 140
Views: 6,096
Posted By Lone Ranger

I think something with more lead is better than...

I think something with more lead is better than pepper spray - say a 44 magnum at a minimum, 30-06 is better. :D Making the point that riding in brown bear country is not a wise thing to do.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-15-07, 02:46 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 593
Posted By Lone Ranger

Beater Bikes

I need a beater bike for the beach so I don't have to drag my main bike around. It would get left out in the weather under a tarp.

I see a lot of old, rusty bikes around but never any for sale. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-26-06, 08:20 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 650
Posted By Lone Ranger

Are they worth supporting financially? Do they...

Are they worth supporting financially? Do they lobby effectively for bicyclists in general or do they just represent certain specialized aspects of bicycling? And why do you get Bicycling Magazine...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-24-06, 04:35 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 650
Posted By Lone Ranger

League of American Bicyclists??

What do you know about the League of American Bicyclists? I just received a solicitation from them. I normally toss unsolicited mail like this, but I thought I would ask what you think about them. ...
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-03-06, 08:55 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,245
Posted By Lone Ranger

I have a Saris Cycle-on that is very easy to use...

I have a Saris Cycle-on that is very easy to use and has been great. It is very strong. The only downsides are it is quite pricy and somewhat heavy.
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-03-06, 08:51 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 5,720
Posted By Lone Ranger

I have the PRS-15 and really like it. Sturdy,...

I have the PRS-15 and really like it. Sturdy, easy to use, and the accessories (e.g., wheel truing stand and bucket tool kit) make it complete. A bit of overkill, but you probably will buy only one...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-08-06, 09:45 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 400
Posted By Lone Ranger

Al, Thanks for the reply but that is what I did. ...

Al, Thanks for the reply but that is what I did. I went back and checked everything but the adjustments seem fine. Right now, the front der shifts ok from the small to the middle chainring,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-07-06, 09:23 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 400
Posted By Lone Ranger

Front Der Adj Help

I have a 2000 Lemond Zurich with Ultegra, 3 chainring. My front derailleur was rubbing on my large chainring (it would stop if I pressed on the shifter even though the chain didn't shift any...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-21-06, 08:43 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 598
Posted By Lone Ranger

What About Cunego?

When the Tour started w/o Ullrich and Basso, I thought Cunego might have the opportunity to rise to the top. He showed some promise a couple of years ago. What happened to him? He challenged for a...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-09-06, 08:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 571
Posted By Lone Ranger

Just south of Morristown in the Swamp. There are...

Just south of Morristown in the Swamp. There are a lot of great roads. Also some nice roads around Mendham, Peapack-Gladstone and over to Far Hills.

Hook up with the Morris Area Freewheelers...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-23-06, 08:45 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 1,994
Posted By Lone Ranger

Riding in MD (DC Suburbs)

Are you aware of any good routes to ride in the Maryland suburbs, preferably starting around the Shady Grove and Rte 28 area? I have ridden Piney Meetinghouse to River Road and up it for a while,...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-24-06, 09:52 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 440
Posted By Lone Ranger

Do they hold these elsewhere around the country?

Do they hold these elsewhere around the country?
Forum: Road Cycling
03-24-06, 09:51 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,207
Posted By Lone Ranger

And what about the headset? Is there a way to...

And what about the headset? Is there a way to use a standard headset like a Chris King on the Synapse?
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-25-06, 08:52 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,722
Posted By Lone Ranger

On a minor note, the authors obviously spend too...

On a minor note, the authors obviously spend too much time riding and not enough watching old movies on tv, because on page 233 they quoted a line from a Clint Eastwood movie, "Man has got to know...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-10-05, 10:13 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,268
Posted By Lone Ranger

I highly recommend Saris Cycle On. It is easy to...

I highly recommend Saris Cycle On. It is easy to use and works very well. No way for the bike to move and cause damage to the bike, the car or other bikes. The hitch does not touch the bike's...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
07-23-05, 08:27 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,922
Posted By Lone Ranger

Miracle Whip is an improvement over mayo and...

Miracle Whip is an improvement over mayo and tastes pretty close.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-15-05, 10:08 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 598
Posted By Lone Ranger

For comfortable carbon road bikes, take a look at...

For comfortable carbon road bikes, take a look at the Cannondale Synapse and the Scott CR1. Their headtubes are slightly higher than many other otherwise-comparable bikes.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-15-05, 10:05 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 420
Posted By Lone Ranger

Saris Cycle-on is a great rack. It is very easy...

Saris Cycle-on is a great rack. It is very easy to use and avoids the problems described regarding possible scratching of the frame. Only drawbacks are the price and it weighs about 55-60 lbs. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-15-05, 09:49 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 532
Posted By Lone Ranger

I have ridden Sugoi for 3+ years and find them...

I have ridden Sugoi for 3+ years and find them very comfortable and long-lasting. You should be able to find them for around $100.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-09-05, 07:58 PM
Replies: 245
Views: 13,341
Posted By Lone Ranger

To me, it is like wearing a full Yankees (or...

To me, it is like wearing a full Yankees (or whatever team) uniform to go play sandlot softball, or a full football uniform to play flag football. To each his own, but I couldn't do it.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-09-05, 07:44 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 473
Posted By Lone Ranger

It probably depends on whether these are surface...

It probably depends on whether these are surface cuts or are deeper.

Personally, I toss my tires when I lose confidence in their ability to hold up because I feel it is not worth saving some...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-09-05, 07:37 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 740
Posted By Lone Ranger

I can't get my Road Morph to pump above 110 psi...

I can't get my Road Morph to pump above 110 psi (by the gauge on the pump) before it starts leaking air even though it is supposed to pump to 120. I like to ride at 120 psi. Does anyone else have...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-26-05, 08:20 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,917
Posted By Lone Ranger

At 215 lbs, I have had both on the same bike...

At 215 lbs, I have had both on the same bike (Lemond Zurich all steel) and noticed a bit more comfort on the 25s and a bit less rolling resistance on the 23s. Nothing huge in either case. If you...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-24-05, 01:54 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 412
Posted By Lone Ranger

Sand in your chain is the only likely problem. ...

Sand in your chain is the only likely problem. Make sure it is not too heavily oiled (or maybe clean the chain and use a dry lube designed for mountain biking like Pedros Ice Wax.

You could get...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-24-05, 01:45 PM
Replies: 139
Views: 5,563
Posted By Lone Ranger

I am coming to the conclusion that we all dump...

I am coming to the conclusion that we all dump this bike-riding thing and take up sumo wrestling. Imagine that - your job would be to eat as much as you could. :D
Forum: Road Cycling
06-24-05, 11:21 AM
Replies: 139
Views: 5,563
Posted By Lone Ranger

Yes and yes to the questions in the heading. ...

Yes and yes to the questions in the heading.

Try Brooks Brothers for their "separates" line where you select the jacket and pants separately.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-23-05, 09:29 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,714
Posted By Lone Ranger

Ride both and see which you favor and which fits...

Ride both and see which you favor and which fits better. Both are great bikes and you should be happy with either. I have the all steel Zurich and it is very stable, very comfortable.If you ride...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-23-05, 09:23 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 3,796
Posted By Lone Ranger

There plenty of riders in the 210-225 range...

There plenty of riders in the 210-225 range riding light bikes. You should be ok on a light road bike, just stay away from wheels with too few spokes. The other components should hold up just fine.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-23-05, 07:50 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 966
Posted By Lone Ranger

I know what you mean. Riding my steel Lemond...

I know what you mean. Riding my steel Lemond Zurich is not as much fun after a handful of carbon bikes. The Lemond is a great bike, but now I really focus on the extra weight and flex. A carbon...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-22-05, 07:45 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 4,498
Posted By Lone Ranger

Can you tell the difference while in the saddle...

Can you tell the difference while in the saddle is well spinning, or do you have to really crank on it to notice the difference? I ride mostly in the saddle, so out of the saddle performance is not...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-22-05, 07:40 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 966
Posted By Lone Ranger

I rode one about a week ago for 20 minutes. Very...

I rode one about a week ago for 20 minutes. Very impressive ride, very stable, very comfortable. I liked the ride more the longer I rode.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-22-05, 03:11 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 217
Posted By Lone Ranger

Thanks!

Thanks!
Forum: Road Cycling
06-22-05, 02:37 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 387
Posted By Lone Ranger

You might look into cyclocross bikes also. Check...

You might look into cyclocross bikes also. Check that forum for specific bike recommendations.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-22-05, 01:22 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 4,498
Posted By Lone Ranger

Trek OCLV 120 vs. 110

I recently rode a Trek 5.2 - 120 OCLV carbon - followed by a Trek 5.9 Madone - 110 OCLV. It seemed to me that the 120 rode better and was a lot more comfortable (the 110 was fine, it just seemed...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-22-05, 01:17 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,378
Posted By Lone Ranger

I have a $70 Polar and also the 510, which I use...

I have a $70 Polar and also the 510, which I use all the time now. I have been underwhelmed with both. The first was difficult to start and move around its limited functions. The 510 frequently...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-22-05, 01:08 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 217
Posted By Lone Ranger

Gluing Pearl Glove Pads

The pads on my Pearl Izumi gel gloves is starting to separate from the glove. Has anyone found a glue that will work to glue the pads back on (given that this is a high stress area)?

Thanks.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-22-05, 01:03 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,399
Posted By Lone Ranger

The 613 is a great bike, but I would ride some...

The 613 is a great bike, but I would ride some others to compare. I have strongly considered the 613 for my next bike since it came out last year. However, I recently rode it and 5 other bikes back...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-02-05, 07:17 PM
Replies: 206
Views: 9,839
Posted By Lone Ranger

That is what I was thinking!!! Unless she is...

That is what I was thinking!!! Unless she is rich, that is a strong sign to get away while the getting is good. You don't need two people with expensive hobbies. :eek:
Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-26-05, 09:22 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 683
Posted By Lone Ranger

I agree with seeking medical advice on the...

I agree with seeking medical advice on the matter, which is why I asked for authoritative commentary, and I have a stress test scheduled with my cardiologist in about a month. However, I was trying...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-25-05, 09:27 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,184
Posted By Lone Ranger

Try Bicycles Inc. in Keller. Ask for Rick. ...

Try Bicycles Inc. in Keller. Ask for Rick. http://bicyclesinc.com/site/intro.cfm

They used to stock quite a few Lemonds. I moved away more than a year ago so I don't know what they have in...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-23-05, 07:35 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 683
Posted By Lone Ranger

Training Zones and Blood Pressure Meds

Say my max heart rate was 175. Then I am put on blood pressure pills - beta blockers - that are known to suppress heart rate. Now, my maximum heart rate (same course) is 150.

In setting...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-23-05, 07:18 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,171
Posted By Lone Ranger

I think you should have it checked out by a...

I think you should have it checked out by a doctor. That seems like a large drop for just 10 months.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-03-05, 09:09 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 3,670
Posted By Lone Ranger

Wait, you all have it wrong. He needs to put an...

Wait, you all have it wrong. He needs to put an electric engine on his bike and he will have no trouble maintaining a 25-30 mph pace for an hour or more. This might require heavier wheels with more...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-12-05, 07:56 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,750
Posted By Lone Ranger

They are just extra rotational weight. Toss them.

They are just extra rotational weight. Toss them.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-10-05, 01:53 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 8,447
Posted By Lone Ranger

Sorry, freeride and urban assault are styles of...

Sorry, freeride and urban assault are styles of bikes and types of riding also. I think a strong hardtail may be the way to go. You are right about the shocks, they will be a hinderance on the...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-10-05, 01:21 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 8,447
Posted By Lone Ranger

The suggestions above regarding a freeride bike...

The suggestions above regarding a freeride bike are a step in the right direction. Perhaps you could bet a shock to customize it for the road (making the shocks stiffer and eliminating much of the...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-17-05, 10:30 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 4,494
Posted By Lone Ranger

DFW is nice EXCEPT for the wind that kills riding...

DFW is nice EXCEPT for the wind that kills riding a lot.

From your list, I would go with the Carolinas. Reasonable access to beaches and mountains, reasonably warm (hot in summer, just ride...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-17-05, 10:25 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,099
Posted By Lone Ranger

Bicycles Inc. is very good. I dealt mostly with...

Bicycles Inc. is very good. I dealt mostly with Rick who is the manager at the KELLER store (Keller town center). He knows a lot and is really helpful. I bought my last bike there (used to live in...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-17-05, 09:10 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,731
Posted By Lone Ranger

You did the right thing! Good luck with your...

You did the right thing! Good luck with your dog. The dog will appreciate you every time you are together. The new bike will come in time.
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