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Forum: Pills and Ills
09-15-18, 09:18 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 4,697
Posted By jackrippah

Some people actually need pain meds for more than...

Some people actually need pain meds for more than 3 days. People who simply can not function well enough to get through a day without the meds. Who have to maintain a household - take care of the...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-26-18, 12:41 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 45,652
Posted By jackrippah

The equation

Out of perfect ignorance I was thinking; is there any chance that the recent change in your bike is the source of the change in your hip ?
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-15-18, 04:38 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 8,059
Posted By jackrippah

I guess I should give a little history. I had an...

I guess I should give a little history. I had an accident (on a recumbent bike) several years ago from which I acquired a 'Deep vein thrombosis' which was treated with Coumadin (I think) after...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-14-18, 04:46 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 8,059
Posted By jackrippah

Compression Socks

Thanks for all the input!

No one mentioned the 'Thigh High' type which is what I got the impression that the Dr was referring to. Living in the tropics I like to keep it as light as possible...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-13-18, 06:04 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 8,059
Posted By jackrippah

Compression socks - leggings - tights - please advise

The doctor has recently suggested that I start wearing "compression socks". She thinks that I have blood pooling in my lower legs which would account for a drop in blood pressure (lightheadedness)...
Forum: Touring
02-14-18, 06:45 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,901
Posted By jackrippah

Just my calibrated thumb and index finger + I...

Just my calibrated thumb and index finger + I know within feet of pushing off (especially when loaded) if I have low pressure and I bet you do too...
Forum: Pills and Ills
01-31-18, 07:48 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,755
Posted By jackrippah

Numb Feet

I think, from what you describe, I had a similar problem from a similar cause.

I was training pretty hard for a TransAmerica ride a few years ago. Lots of hills and lots of weight on the bike. ...
Forum: Touring Bikes and Gear Marketplace
11-16-17, 02:50 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,907
Posted By jackrippah

I'd like to get them how shall we proceed ?

I'd like to get them how shall we proceed ?
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
09-30-17, 07:32 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,046
Posted By jackrippah

I've been using Mirrcyles of various styles since...

I've been using Mirrcyles of various styles since (I think) around '78 or so. I've tried others but found none better.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-08-17, 12:26 PM
Replies: 125
Views: 17,218
Posted By jackrippah

Starting in '76, commuting 15 years in downtown...

Starting in '76, commuting 15 years in downtown Boston and Cambridge (MA) and then til now in Hawaii have always used an Original Mirrycle Mirror. I've tried other forms but none worked as well for...
Forum: Touring
04-28-17, 02:36 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,087
Posted By jackrippah

What skookum said that Doug said... FrameSaver...

What skookum said that Doug said... FrameSaver and for the most part, external parts of the frame can deal with moisture very well. The only thing that responds quickly and negatively to moisture is...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-17-17, 02:00 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 23,607
Posted By jackrippah

Diver (TM) Waterproof MP3 Player. Swim. USB IPX8...

Diver (TM) Waterproof MP3 Player. Swim. USB IPX8 4GB



My favorite after trying several different players (iPod shuffle, SanDisk Sansa and I am sure others) is the 'Diver Waterproof mp3 Player -...
Forum: Touring
04-06-17, 06:53 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,544
Posted By jackrippah

Naturally

Always... and at all other times too.
Forum: Touring
03-08-17, 11:46 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,880
Posted By jackrippah

Touring tires

[QUOTE=CliffordK;19426381]The Marathon Plus tires are HEAVY, but are good durable tires.
Panaracer Tourguard tires are quite similar too.

I second Clifford's opinion. I am retired now but on...
Forum: Touring
12-24-16, 05:56 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,978
Posted By jackrippah

Carrying the water

I vote for recycled wine box bladders. Generally I put two standard bottles on the frame and put enough water in the bladder to make sure that I won't run dry before I get to the next known reliable...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-19-16, 01:31 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 7,804
Posted By jackrippah

So sorry for your loss... Did this happen in...

So sorry for your loss...

Did this happen in center city or more suburban/country environment ?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-11-16, 11:55 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,740
Posted By jackrippah

Boy, what a collection of great replies. The...

Boy, what a collection of great replies.

The reason I want to use a 5 on a 6 is that I have a vintage Specialized Expedition that I would like to keep as stock as I (reasonably) can. The stock...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-09-16, 07:34 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,740
Posted By jackrippah

5 speed freewheel on a 6 speed hub ?

Hi,

I will explain why I want to do this if anyone wants to know but I would like to know if a 5 speed freewheel can be made to work on a 6 speed hub. The hub is the original hub used on a '85...
Forum: Touring
11-20-16, 02:10 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,619
Posted By jackrippah

Budget issues

Sounds like a great trip. Much like my '81 TransAmerica trip. It was a life changer.

Did you keep an accounting of the total cost of the trip or a daily average cost ?

Jack
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-16-15, 10:03 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,568
Posted By jackrippah

Will do Chaad. That is on the list.

Will do Chaad. That is on the list.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-15-15, 09:25 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,568
Posted By jackrippah

Thanks to you both... I'll ask the shop about...

Thanks to you both... I'll ask the shop about frame truthiness but expect no problem and I shall pick up a M5 tap.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-15-15, 06:24 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,568
Posted By jackrippah

Thanks for the response Dan. I have asked them...

Thanks for the response Dan. I have asked them to face and ream the head tube and chase and face the bottom bracket largely because I don't have the tools or experience to do either. In your...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-15-15, 05:14 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,568
Posted By jackrippah

Thanks for the response mconlonx. Yes, the crown...

Thanks for the response mconlonx. Yes, the crown race will be set by the LBS. I was thinking that I was going to try to get the handlebar height dialed in before I cut the steerer tube though. I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-15-15, 03:30 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,568
Posted By jackrippah

New Frame prep

Hi,

I've just ordered an new Surly Long Haul Trucker bare frame. I have asked the LBS to install the headset and bottom bracket and to apply frame saver; I expect to be able to do the remainder...
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