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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-21-20, 07:03 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,997
Posted By aclass

Bikerex, not that it matters but how is your...

Bikerex, not that it matters but how is your breathing whenever your ticker reaches the 180 mark?
I'm 54 and can reach 180 on a tough climb but my cardio is not pretty when it happens. I'm...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
03-09-20, 11:45 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,595
Posted By aclass

Okay! I take it back. But with all due respect,...

Okay! I take it back. But with all due respect, getting under 300lbs with a free bar and performing a legite squat is quite the big deal to me. 4 plates is epic, 3 plates is still out of touch for...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-09-20, 11:33 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 8,589
Posted By aclass

A little off the "cycling" topic but during my...

A little off the "cycling" topic but during my college years I worked for the Highway Dept during the Summer months. Each Friday and again on Monday I was the lucky one who got to do the "dead run"...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
03-09-20, 07:22 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,595
Posted By aclass

As someone who once had ambitions of body ...

As someone who once had ambitions of body building but now a much lighter cyclists, I doubt very seriously there is a cyclists alive who can legitimately squat 300lbs. Quite frankly, there arent...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-06-20, 02:03 PM
Replies: 21,338
Views: 5,193,302
Posted By aclass

My first ever set of carbon wheels. What a nice...

My first ever set of carbon wheels. What a nice difference and especially in the ride quality.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
03-05-20, 09:15 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,421
Posted By aclass

I truly enjoy my Garmin cycling computer and all...

I truly enjoy my Garmin cycling computer and all that it has to offer. I bought my first power meter this year and it opened up an entirely new set of enlightening metrics. Makes the cycling...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-05-20, 08:58 AM
Replies: 165
Views: 25,196
Posted By aclass

^^ this ^^

^^ this ^^
Forum: Recreational & Family
02-24-20, 01:07 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,597
Posted By aclass

It's bad enough that the general public see me in...

It's bad enough that the general public see me in a pair of tight bike shorts. So that would be a NO
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
02-20-20, 01:10 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,050
Posted By aclass

I have a 520 plus and love it but it's my first...

I have a 520 plus and love it but it's my first smart computer so nothing to compare it against.
Everything works fine and I've had no communication issues.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
02-20-20, 09:37 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 12,914
Posted By aclass

Not sure the order for me but I know my ass and...

Not sure the order for me but I know my ass and legs are dead f'in last!
Look like a death camp survivor in a pair of jeans.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-14-20, 02:58 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,877
Posted By aclass

I've put about 7500 miles on my Lakes and they've...

I've put about 7500 miles on my Lakes and they've been really good. Recently bought a pair of Sidi genius and like them better than the Lakes as far as comfort and fit.
Probably not apples to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-18-19, 10:54 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,670
Posted By aclass

Got honked at this past weekend. On a back road...

Got honked at this past weekend.
On a back road and was in the middle of my lane when a toyota pickup came around a curve straddling the yellow line and clearly breaking the posted speed limit. ...
Forum: Indoor & Stationary Cycling Forum
11-16-19, 03:53 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 7,910
Posted By aclass

REI has the Saris H3 with 25% off so I picked one...

REI has the Saris H3 with 25% off so I picked one up yesterday. Hoping to make the indoor riding a little more interesting and save my back tire by graduating from a Kinetic semi dumb trainer.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-15-19, 10:14 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,911
Posted By aclass

Very true. Gaining muscle (or even keeping) and...

Very true. Gaining muscle (or even keeping) and losing fat is extremely hard to accomplish. At least it is for my genetically unfortunate physique.
Bottom line is, never give up! it's a constant...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-13-19, 07:18 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,114
Posted By aclass

Nice!! NBD for me as well. Specialized Tarmac,...

Nice!! NBD for me as well. Specialized Tarmac, love it!
Forum: Road Cycling
04-10-19, 09:38 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,941
Posted By aclass

How do you like your rear radar light??

How do you like your rear radar light??
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-10-19, 09:18 AM
Replies: 3,578
Views: 987,587
Posted By aclass

New Bike Day. Specialized Tarmac Comp...

New Bike Day. Specialized Tarmac Comp https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_2391_041c8b5000f98da50516470cf6d2db00a38561af.jpg...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-04-19, 12:52 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,042
Posted By aclass

My heart rate always runs higher than my riding...

My heart rate always runs higher than my riding friends but that's probably due to being a Clydesdale. I can often get my HR to 179 on a 2.4 mile climb at a nearby ski slope and it is a near death...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
03-13-19, 09:10 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 22,085
Posted By aclass

Santa Claus brought me a 520+ this year and I had...

Santa Claus brought me a 520+ this year and I had a lot of trouble initially. As of late, I just open the Garmin connect on my phone, power up the 520 and take off. Zero issues the past 20 rides.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
03-12-19, 09:33 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,066
Posted By aclass

I'm 52 and wear a HRM religiously during running...

I'm 52 and wear a HRM religiously during running and cycling. If I were physically able to ignore the respiratory fatigue and physical misery to force my heart past 180 I think I would literally die...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-03-19, 04:16 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 6,687
Posted By aclass

Reddish is very close and we do it several times...

Reddish is very close and we do it several times a year. ANY time you conquer reddish knob then it is time to celebrate. Nicely done.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-19-19, 09:53 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 3,504
Posted By aclass

Wow! I would have to believe you are an...

Wow! I would have to believe you are an outlier. This is not possible for me.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-14-19, 08:01 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,461
Posted By aclass

Quite frankly you cant go wrong with either. The...

Quite frankly you cant go wrong with either. The BRP in NC offers awesome views of peak after peak while the SNP will provide views of valleys and peaks in the distance. One thing about the SNP,...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-09-19, 01:19 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,157
Posted By aclass

Thanks for the link! Disappointed to see that...

Thanks for the link! Disappointed to see that 2XL is the smallest they offer. I'm on the lower end of the Clydesdale scale so a 2XL will be too big for me.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-09-19, 08:40 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,157
Posted By aclass

If I knew where to buy one of these, I'd totally...

If I knew where to buy one of these, I'd totally wear it.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-04-19, 10:34 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 15,447
Posted By aclass

Keep it in my Transit saddle bag. Got caught in a...

Keep it in my Transit saddle bag. Got caught in a couple of frog stranglers last year and the phone was bone dry.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-31-19, 09:14 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,867
Posted By aclass

Hard indeed. A willing mind and uncooperative...

Hard indeed. A willing mind and uncooperative body is a tough pill to swallow.

53 here and still lifting weights often(4 days/week) but the heavy days are over. I'd like to be faster on the bike...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-31-19, 08:59 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,157
Posted By aclass

:roflmao2:

:roflmao2:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-17-19, 06:32 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 6,790
Posted By aclass

If the 220-age is a conjecture, then how does one...

If the 220-age is a conjecture, then how does one go about determining their individual Max HR?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-12-19, 08:14 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 9,505
Posted By aclass

I am genetically programmed to be fat so I've...

I am genetically programmed to be fat so I've taken up cycling to battle the bulge. I did not realize how addicting the sport would become. I enjoy/hate a long challenging ride as well as a short...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-12-19, 08:03 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 6,790
Posted By aclass

Interesting information in some of the responses....

Interesting information in some of the responses.
I've often wondered why my cycling buddies can climb beside me with a much less heart rate than I experience. I consider myself rather fit but I can...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
01-03-19, 01:46 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 7,097
Posted By aclass

I had to laugh when I read the topic. Santa Claus...

I had to laugh when I read the topic. Santa Claus brought me the same computer and I've spent more time studying the manual and pushing buttons than I have riding. Finally getting things somewhat...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-12-18, 02:47 PM
Replies: 5,338
Views: 842,778
Posted By aclass

DeceptivelySlow, are you in VA? I'm very...

DeceptivelySlow, are you in VA? I'm very close to the Skyline Drive and spend a lot of time up there.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-26-18, 06:27 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,660
Posted By aclass

I have a pair of Sidi mega and also a pair of...

I have a pair of Sidi mega and also a pair of Lake wide road shoe. The sidi has more room.
I've actually taken the Lake to a shoe repair store and had them stretched. The sidi seems to have more...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-05-18, 11:19 AM
Replies: 176
Views: 31,643
Posted By aclass

6'2" and my bike is 58. I could probably go 60...

6'2" and my bike is 58. I could probably go 60 but definitely not smaller.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-17-18, 08:43 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 8,061
Posted By aclass

Compressionsale.com is another source for a...

Compressionsale.com is another source for a plethora of information regarding the issue. Online ordering also.

10-20mmhg of compression is like a tight pair of socks
30-40mmhg compressions is a...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-02-18, 06:19 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,340
Posted By aclass

That is a nice bike indeed.

That is a nice bike indeed.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-01-18, 05:38 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,189
Posted By aclass

Size is Large

Size is Large
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-31-18, 08:04 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,189
Posted By aclass

I have a seemewear long sleeve windbreaker that...

I have a seemewear long sleeve windbreaker that doesnt fit me right so I'm looking to sell. I'm 6'3" 212 and it's too large around my waist and too small at my arms. Sounds like it may be perfect for...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-28-18, 08:27 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,060
Posted By aclass

I'm also a newbie on this topic with a big ass. ...

I'm also a newbie on this topic with a big ass. But dealing with the issue long enough that I've learned cheap shorts are cheap. I've purchased a couple of quality shorts at and above the $100 mark...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-14-18, 06:39 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,774
Posted By aclass

I've been looking at upgrading my wheels also....

I've been looking at upgrading my wheels also. The information is overwhelming. I'm now understanding that I've once again taken up another expensive habit.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-25-18, 03:36 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 12,051
Posted By aclass

This is probably a stupid question and I hope...

This is probably a stupid question and I hope it's okay to be a rookie but when looking to upgrade wheels, what do you look for to ensure they'll fit your existing bike other than the size?
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-11-18, 06:41 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,378
Posted By aclass

I should have been more clear. I always wear...

I should have been more clear. I always wear glasses but my normal cycling glasses arent cutting it in the cold.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-10-18, 06:12 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,378
Posted By aclass

What do you guys do about your eyes in cold...

What do you guys do about your eyes in cold weather?
When I ride in the 20°s 30°s it really hurts my eyes and I need to fix this.
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