Bike Forums

Go Back  Bike Forums > Search Forums
Reload this Page >

Search Results

Register
FAQ
Calendar
Today's Posts
Search
Vendor Directory
Notices
Search: Posts Made By: Badbird2000
Showing results 1 to 49 of 49
Search took 0.01 seconds.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-22-23, 03:42 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 8,471
Posted By Badbird2000

I was 14 and just getting into cycling as a small...

I was 14 and just getting into cycling as a small kid living in Florida when Lemond won his first tour. I was hooked. I only owned a Fuli steel frame i bought by mowing lawns, but in my head i was...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-02-22, 11:03 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 395
Posted By Badbird2000

Holy moly, she is a pretty lady!!

Holy moly, she is a pretty lady!!
Forum: Road Cycling
04-18-22, 11:04 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,380
Posted By Badbird2000

So a little update. Took the bike to the LBS...

So a little update. Took the bike to the LBS where i purchased it. Both wheels were bent, rear tire was flat spotted down to the tube where i TRIED to stop before i went offroading. He took the fork...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-15-22, 09:27 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,380
Posted By Badbird2000

Thanks guys. Took the bike to the bike shop i...

Thanks guys. Took the bike to the bike shop i bought it from last night. Rear wheel is hosed, front is out of shape. He is going to pull the front fork and make sure it's still ok (carbon fiber fork)...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-14-22, 02:40 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,380
Posted By Badbird2000

I was thinking about that part last night. I...

I was thinking about that part last night. I always thought it was snug enough, but if it moved enough to be shifted that much off my head and choking me, it's definitly something i need to look...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-14-22, 11:13 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,380
Posted By Badbird2000

First crash in years...

So, i was out for a ride Tuesday after work. It rained almost all day, but sun came out and things started to dry out. I was taking a loop i rarely go on the way home, it has a few more hills. I...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-07-22, 11:53 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 4,007
Posted By Badbird2000

Yup, i live in Knoxville too. I keep meaning to...

Yup, i live in Knoxville too. I keep meaning to go by his shop and see if they allow visitors. I've been a LeMond fan since i started watching cycling, i was 13. Also, happens to be his first TdF...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-04-22, 12:09 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 4,007
Posted By Badbird2000

New Lemond Road bike

Has anyone seen the new CF Lemond road bike? I found an article the other night but can't find it again. Looks amazing... i'm afraid of the price, but i have a nice old Litespeed that does the trick....
Forum: Road Cycling
09-14-21, 11:33 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,291
Posted By Badbird2000

I have tried that and it worked on one dog a few...

I have tried that and it worked on one dog a few weeks ago. Tried it with this particular German Shepard and he was not buying what i was selling. I totally get the dog thought he was protecting his...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-13-21, 02:05 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,291
Posted By Badbird2000

Bad dog!!

What do you guys use when you are being chased by dogs? It happens on occasion, but Saturday it happened 6 times in 22 miles. I live in a rural part of east Tennessee and some people don't seem to...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-07-21, 01:55 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,722
Posted By Badbird2000

Ok, i ordered and received a pair of bibbs from...

Ok, i ordered and received a pair of bibbs from Pearl Izumi.. first ride yesterday. I am a fan! Very comfortable... and, got an eye roll from my wife. Bonus points!! lol
Forum: Road Cycling
04-28-21, 01:06 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,722
Posted By Badbird2000

Great responses guys. Thanks! I think i'll scope...

Great responses guys. Thanks! I think i'll scope out a decent pair and give them a try.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-27-21, 11:44 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,722
Posted By Badbird2000

Bibs...

Ok, so since i bought my first road bike when i was 13 (Fuji, downtube shifters, steel frame) i have worn bike shorts. I started back riding road last year at the tender age of 47.. debating buying a...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-15-21, 11:01 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,088
Posted By Badbird2000

After 5 days of agonizing research on the web, i...

After 5 days of agonizing research on the web, i settled on a set of Ritchie WCS Carbon Streem II... yeah, i suck at staying on budget. Should come in next week, so hopefully i can get back on the...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-09-21, 11:00 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,028
Posted By Badbird2000

It's a fair question, no, i have never layed this...

It's a fair question, no, i have never layed this one down. It gets carefully stored in the garage, nothing around it.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-09-21, 10:58 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,088
Posted By Badbird2000

Handlebars...

I just snapped my carbon fiber handlebars (see my other post). Never had to replace them before. Debating going with aluminum. I ride a Litespeed Tuscany in east Tennessee. I'm 5'-8", 160 lbs, not...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-09-21, 10:46 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,028
Posted By Badbird2000

Had a first yesterday...

Got home for work yesterday and wanted to get a quick ride in. Hopped on the trusty Litespeed and sped off. Got about 3 miles in, 3/4 of the way up my favorite hill and was cranking away, trying to...
Forum: Winter Cycling
12-21-20, 12:06 PM
Replies: 149
Views: 36,764
Posted By Badbird2000

So, I grew up road riding in Florida. There may...

So, I grew up road riding in Florida. There may have been 3 weeks in the whole year combined when I didn't ride. Moved to east Tennessee 12 years ago and just picked up road cycling this year. Bought...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-25-20, 11:05 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,760
Posted By Badbird2000

Tire Talk...

So, I bought my bike used last fall (2004ish Litespeed Tuscany). After 12 years of being off a bike, I have managed to put just over 1,000 miles on it since April. The bike came with Continental...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-18-20, 11:52 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 6,526
Posted By Badbird2000

I started back riding this year after 12 years...

I started back riding this year after 12 years off the bike. I started road riding when I was about 13, rode for about 15 years, taking breaks off here an there. I am 47 now, moved to east Tennessee...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-18-20, 11:10 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 6,526
Posted By Badbird2000

I had this exact thought yesterday on my solo...

I had this exact thought yesterday on my solo ride! I was coming to the top of a 1.6 mile uphill... did that same thing, lol!
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-07-20, 12:38 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 594
Posted By Badbird2000

Cateye wireless Computer

So, I finally ordered a bike computer for my road bike. Cateye wireless with cadence. Back 100 years ago when I rode, I had this version on my Lemond. Loved it. Just had a thought... my handlebars on...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-03-20, 11:07 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 750
Posted By Badbird2000

23 miles, 1900 feet elevation. One of my usual...

23 miles, 1900 feet elevation. One of my usual routes, I didn't get to ride at all last week, we were on vacation camping. Wind was BAD, 25 mph for most of the ride. Varied from direct headwind to...
Forum: Southeast
07-30-20, 10:34 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 991
Posted By Badbird2000

Great info! Thanks! Looking forward to the 8%...

Great info! Thanks! Looking forward to the 8% grade!
Forum: Southeast
07-29-20, 11:04 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 991
Posted By Badbird2000

Cycling in Stone Mountain Park..

We are going to be camping at Stone Mountain Campground, just outside Atlanta, in October. Are there many good roads to ride in the park that are safe? We camped there a year ago, but I wasn't riding...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-28-20, 10:54 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,988
Posted By Badbird2000

I recently asked the same question. I ordered...

I recently asked the same question. I ordered some Veo sweat strips. I have used them twice so far, very pleased with the results.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-27-20, 01:20 PM
Replies: 154
Views: 18,574
Posted By Badbird2000

I missed out on hills/elevation when I lived in...

I missed out on hills/elevation when I lived in Florida. I totally get how it doesn't seem fun, lol. I am sure I will have a different outlook after I attempt it. I am curious what may happen if I...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-24-20, 11:07 AM
Replies: 154
Views: 18,574
Posted By Badbird2000

End of this summer I am planning/trying to ride...

End of this summer I am planning/trying to ride from Gatlinburg to Clingmans Dome. It's 23 miles of climbing, it's all National Park road so I think the average is 5% grade. But, for a guy who grew...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-09-20, 10:57 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 6,025
Posted By Badbird2000

Thanks for all the comments/suggestions. I think...

Thanks for all the comments/suggestions. I think I will give the Halo a try and see how it goes.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-08-20, 11:57 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 6,025
Posted By Badbird2000

It's very possible...lol

It's very possible...lol
Forum: Road Cycling
06-08-20, 11:09 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 6,025
Posted By Badbird2000

Sweat in the eyes...

How do you deal with sweat rolling in your eyes? I shave my head and it's starting to get moist here in east Tennessee. I started wearing a bandana, with my helmet over that. Works ok for awhile but...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-08-20, 10:56 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,426
Posted By Badbird2000

Saturday, set off for a 30 mile ride. 2 miles...

Saturday, set off for a 30 mile ride. 2 miles into I knew that was not going to happen. Apparently biscuits and sausage gravy are not good fuel for me. Instead of turning around, I suffered on, felt...
Forum: Southeast
05-27-20, 11:05 AM
Replies: 448
Views: 61,644
Posted By Badbird2000

Knoxville roadie here. I bought a used road bike...

Knoxville roadie here. I bought a used road bike last October and have finally gotten back on the road the last few months. I had a road bike in Florida, sold my LeMond when I moved here 10 years...
Forum: Southeast
05-22-20, 11:08 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,757
Posted By Badbird2000

Corryton/Gibbs area. Just bought a used road bike...

Corryton/Gibbs area. Just bought a used road bike last October, I have been getting out the last few months. I used to ride road and mountain bikes in Florida where I grew up (East of Tampa). There...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-16-20, 11:03 AM
Replies: 21,339
Views: 5,203,952
Posted By Badbird2000

New Time pedals. Finally. I have been riding the...

New Time pedals. Finally. I have been riding the bike I bought in October in standard pedals and tennis shoes! I had a road bike years ago and sold it when I moved. So I am slowly getting back in the...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-15-20, 11:55 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,132
Posted By Badbird2000

I had a Zurich myself back in the mid 2000's. I...

I had a Zurich myself back in the mid 2000's. I sold it about 10 years ago and have regretted it ever since. That was the best riding bike I ever owned. I would love to find another one.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-09-20, 12:07 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,726
Posted By Badbird2000

One ofmy co-workers lives in Pitman Center, just...

One ofmy co-workers lives in Pitman Center, just outside Gatlinburg. He has completed this ride a few times. I'll go with him, we are planning late summer. Usually start about 6:30 am, right at first...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-31-19, 12:06 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,726
Posted By Badbird2000

Just ride. I recently purchased a used road bike...

Just ride. I recently purchased a used road bike (Litespeed) 10 years after selling my LeMond and moving from Florida to Tennessee. I still need to buy new pedals and shoes. I did two short rides...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
12-31-19, 11:47 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,132
Posted By Badbird2000

Ok, good to know! Thanks!

Ok, good to know! Thanks!
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
12-30-19, 12:02 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,132
Posted By Badbird2000

Strava and HRM's

So, this past weekend was abnormally warm for east Tennessee, and I was able to get out for two quick rides. I recently purchased a used Litespeed, after being away from cycling for 10 years. I have...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-22-19, 10:56 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,763
Posted By Badbird2000

Great post. I earned my Cycling merit badge on my...

Great post. I earned my Cycling merit badge on my trail to Eagle back in the late 1980's. I bought my first road bike, a Fuji Tivolli. Dawn blue. I made contact with a local counselor, as no on was...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-01-19, 10:23 AM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,416,620
Posted By Badbird2000

No picture yet, as I have not picked it up, but...

No picture yet, as I have not picked it up, but bought a used Litespeed Tuscany two weeks ago. Ultegra setup... it's a 2008-ish model. Can't wait to get it!
Forum: Southeast
09-25-19, 11:06 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,101
Posted By Badbird2000

I live in Knoxville, and just recently purchased...

I live in Knoxville, and just recently purchased a bike (Litespeed). I was big into cycling when I was a kid and in my young years in Florida and excited to get back into it. My goal is to ride from...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
09-18-19, 10:41 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 883
Posted By Badbird2000

Cyclocomputers

Hello. I have just purchased a new to me road bike. Litespeed Tuscany. A little backstory, as a kid I bought my first road bike (Fuji) at about age 13 1986 ish. Put 12-14,000 miles on it, sold it,...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-18-19, 10:23 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,166
Posted By Badbird2000

Thank you. That seems to be the best idea, given...

Thank you. That seems to be the best idea, given when I pick the bike up I would like to hit the saddle as soon as possible. I'm doing a bit of research in case I don't like what comes on it. I can...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-16-19, 02:16 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,166
Posted By Badbird2000

Thanks for the feedback! I'm sure i'll be back...

Thanks for the feedback! I'm sure i'll be back shortly with more questions.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-16-19, 11:08 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,166
Posted By Badbird2000

Thanks! I had the SPD-SL's style on my LeMond...

Thanks! I had the SPD-SL's style on my LeMond before. I am familiar with them having to be flipped over the correct orientation before you can clip, and the panic at a slow speed and not being able...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-16-19, 10:42 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,166
Posted By Badbird2000

Pedals...

So, hello all. I am the newest newbie here. Not new to cycling, but I have been out of the game a long time. I just put a deposit down on a used Litespeed at a local bike shop over the weekend. I...
Forum: Introductions
09-16-19, 10:28 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 342
Posted By Badbird2000

New guy from Knoxville...

Hello all. So, after 3 years of talking about it, I finally purchased a new (to me) bike over the weekend. As a kid growing up in Florida, I bought my first road bike when I was 13 (1986-ish). A Fuji...
Showing results 1 to 49 of 49


 
Forum Jump

Contact Us - Archive - Advertising - Cookie Policy - Privacy Statement - Terms of Service -

Copyright © 2024 MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands. All rights reserved. Use of this site indicates your consent to the Terms of Use.