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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-11-15, 06:15 PM
Replies: 3,579
Views: 988,719
Posted By yamura

433795 Here is a pic of my sole remaining...

433795

Here is a pic of my sole remaining bike, a NIB 2010 Fuji Altamira. Built it up with parts from my old CAAD9; had to buy maybe 3 new parts (seat post, FD....BB?) that didn't fit the new...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-20-12, 12:13 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,748
Posted By yamura

I too am guilty of just looking at and admiring...

I too am guilty of just looking at and admiring them. Put in enough work riding, planning for parts swaps and re-fitting 'em I guess, so only natural to stand back and savor the result....and get...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-09-12, 07:22 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,311
Posted By yamura

Congratulations on your birthday this Sunday....

Congratulations on your birthday this Sunday. Mine is too but I turn 60. I intend to celebrate by riding half a metric century!
Forum: Road Cycling
08-28-12, 06:16 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 8,008
Posted By yamura

I got my 1st derailleur bike, a brown Varsity,...

I got my 1st derailleur bike, a brown Varsity, from the same shop back in 1971. Rode to/from a summer job and sold it for the same $ I bought it for - went to a Dawes Galaxy and upward and onward...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-03-12, 06:59 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 29,761
Posted By yamura

"......but I did notice a slight increase in...

"......but I did notice a slight increase in speed when I bought my Colnago....."

Happens every time. Riding a Colnago is always good for an extra mph or two!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-30-11, 07:51 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,513
Posted By yamura

Had to wear one about a year ago due to a...

Had to wear one about a year ago due to a suspected 1st degree AV block. Threaded the wires up around/over my shouder, put the monitor in a jersey pocket and went for it. If they shave you where they...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-20-11, 07:21 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,510
Posted By yamura

Not the greatest shot but this is the...

Not the greatest shot but this is the basement/work shop/man room
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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-20-11, 10:58 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 4,297
Posted By yamura

I went through the usual...

I went through the usual bigger-bikes-as-I-got-older thing as a kid but pretty much dumped my Columbia Tourist when I got to high school, began distance running in earnest and like most teenagers...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-13-11, 12:39 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,261
Posted By yamura

The pace lines were something else. One of them...

The pace lines were something else. One of them had over 100 riders, at last a couple tandems. They'd go by on the high side and you'd wait, wait, wait for the tail end to go by so you could hop on....
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-12-11, 06:29 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,261
Posted By yamura

Nephew & I entered the event and had a great...

Nephew & I entered the event and had a great ride. I didn't know however that nephew had only started riding a week before the event (he lives in Indy; I'm in Atl). So between the 9 mi ride over, the...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-31-10, 10:32 AM
Replies: 95
Views: 3,955
Posted By yamura

Only about 2500 riding but another 700 or so...

Only about 2500 riding but another 700 or so running. For next year I would like to keep the running component about the same but bump the riding number.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-31-10, 10:29 AM
Replies: 118
Views: 6,594
Posted By yamura

BD, congrats on the new acquisition; that is...

BD, congrats on the new acquisition; that is really nice. You didn't have to get rid of anything in your stable to get it, did you?
Forum: Road Cycling
12-08-10, 03:06 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,239
Posted By yamura

The CAAD9 looks to be the better equipped bike...

The CAAD9 looks to be the better equipped bike and it has a great rep. I agree with topflightpro re the wheels; they're durable but might be the 1st thing you'll replace if you want to upgrade later....
Forum: Road Cycling
08-13-10, 05:14 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,143
Posted By yamura

I built up a Pacer with used 105 parts and other...

I built up a Pacer with used 105 parts and other stuff I had lying around. Weighs right at 22 lbs with no effort to reduce weight of components. It's a fine all rounder, smooth ride and a good...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-15-10, 05:45 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 4,523
Posted By yamura

I have 3: '82 Colnago Super '07...

I have 3:

'82 Colnago Super
'07 Cannondale CAAD9
'09 Surly Pacer

I ride all 3 of them but the Pacer gets the most miles
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-24-10, 09:40 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 769
Posted By yamura

I enjoyed running through the years but the...

I enjoyed running through the years but the constant battle with overuse injuries and finally herniated disc that took forever to heal (but thank goodness eventually did) led me back to riding. I...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-20-10, 05:57 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,412
Posted By yamura

Jest I doth not. Please stop calling me Surly.

Jest I doth not. Please stop calling me Surly.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-03-10, 03:26 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 12,190
Posted By yamura

In addition to my 2 newer bikes I still have and...

In addition to my 2 newer bikes I still have and ride my '82 Colnago. It sits mostly on the Skid Lid Turbo Trainer in the basement now, but so far this year has the most miles on it. Still has all...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-09-10, 08:54 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,412
Posted By yamura

The position is pretty close to my '82 Colnago &...

The position is pretty close to my '82 Colnago & CAAD9 but a bit longer reach. The top tube's fairly long; remind you of a certain Bridgestone RB-1?
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-08-10, 12:35 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,412
Posted By yamura

You are right; probably a bit of a misnomer as I...

You are right; probably a bit of a misnomer as I think it will become the main go-to bike; the one I'll pull down whenever the next ride comes up.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-08-10, 11:42 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,412
Posted By yamura

The Beater Bike is Complete

Here is a pic of my recently completed Surly Pacer. Built up of mostly 105 components taken off my CAAD9 although the saddle's around 35 years old. Weighs about 22 lbs as seen here. I have 4 rides on...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-03-10, 08:20 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 563
Posted By yamura

CAAD9 Rebuild

Not sure if this is the right forum to post this but since I'm in this age group thought it worth it to start here anyway. This is my '07 CAAD9 3 (originally largely Shimano 105) rebuilt with SRAM...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-10-10, 11:12 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,125
Posted By yamura

I am 57 and bought a CAAD9 a couple years ago...

I am 57 and bought a CAAD9 a couple years ago when I re-entered cycling. Also test rode a Fuji Roubaix Pro and if I remember right looked at whatever Giant model was similar at that time.
...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-17-09, 10:30 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 3,762
Posted By yamura

We still have a 17 yr old high school Sr at home;...

We still have a 17 yr old high school Sr at home; the older two are out. Thought about downsizing in the next few years and still might happen, but just got done with a re-fi on the house, 15 yr...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-10-09, 03:08 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,007
Posted By yamura

BD, a back injury about a month ago (right after...

BD, a back injury about a month ago (right after the Peachtree Road Race) has stopped me cold; no running, no riding. Just now starting to be able to walk w/o too much pain again. MRI last Thursday...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-03-09, 03:46 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 572
Posted By yamura

The entity still exists at Westfield MA, selling...

The entity still exists at Westfield MA, selling institutional furniture (ex: desks for schools) and bicycles, though suspect the latter are now manufactured off shore.

Here's a link to a brief...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-21-09, 12:09 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,934
Posted By yamura

The obligatory dog...forced off the road by a car...

The obligatory dog...forced off the road by a car and smacked a curb coming off an alley....nearly nailed a little kid who broke free from Mommy's grasp and ran out into the road in front of me; she...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-07-09, 09:03 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 5,894
Posted By yamura

Re your inquiry about frame size vs. inseam: I'm...

Re your inquiry about frame size vs. inseam: I'm 5'8" with a 30.5" inseam and got a 52, if that helps as a general guide (and assuming my LBS did the right job when they fitted me; I think they did)....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-23-09, 08:09 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,694
Posted By yamura

Can you give us an idea of how the bike rides,...

Can you give us an idea of how the bike rides, responds, rolls compared to a more modern bike? Noticeably harder to pedal maybe? When you bend it into a turn does it tend to want to stand up? Easy to...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-03-09, 03:46 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,768
Posted By yamura

BD, what bike did you use on the 50 miler and...

BD, what bike did you use on the 50 miler and which one are you planning on using at BRAG? I was going to guess the RB-1, smooth rider that it is.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-19-09, 09:36 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 601
Posted By yamura

I have 2 road bikes, one an '07 CAAD9 105...

I have 2 road bikes, one an '07 CAAD9 105 equipped and the other an '82 Colnago Campy NR/SR mix. Unless the course is pretty hilly (allowing use of some easier hill climbing gears on the CAAD9) not...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-05-09, 10:21 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,148
Posted By yamura

I took it for about 6 months to help deal with...

I took it for about 6 months to help deal with knee pain. I don't think it helped but no side effects either.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-30-09, 06:00 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,683
Posted By yamura

My '82 Colnago Super. I ride it as much as my...

My '82 Colnago Super. I ride it as much as my Cannondale CAAD9; even more during the winter since the wind trainer's set up for it.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-19-09, 07:09 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,649
Posted By yamura

If you've browsed the forums you probably have...

If you've browsed the forums you probably have noticed the CAAD9 is a fairly popular bike, or at least the frame is. Not sure how that translates over into demand for it in the retail market but you...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-18-09, 03:24 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,831
Posted By yamura

Have you had a fitting done? Might provide some...

Have you had a fitting done? Might provide some guidance. FWIW I'm 5' 8" with a 30.5" inseam. Took a 52cm with a 110mm stem.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-05-09, 08:17 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 3,096
Posted By yamura

My bikes are over 20 years apart but they're set...

My bikes are over 20 years apart but they're set up as closely as I could get them. I've had the same bars/stem/seat height relationship on the Colnago since I got it Nov 1982 (that transferred over...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-28-09, 08:14 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,859
Posted By yamura

pcad, was this your 1st fast group ride on the...

pcad, was this your 1st fast group ride on the Cervelo?
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-26-09, 07:38 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,951
Posted By yamura

After having to go through 2 Mohs procedures...

After having to go through 2 Mohs procedures right around the eyes I am a firm believer in 6 month checkups. Each time now the old nitrogen gun comes out. Still sort of hard to understand what we're...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-22-08, 09:11 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,103
Posted By yamura

Below is a link to the new Lemond web site: ...

Below is a link to the new Lemond web site:

http://www.greglemond.com/

However, the "Cycles" section appears to still be under construction.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-25-08, 08:20 PM
Replies: 21,740
Views: 3,075,832
Posted By yamura

chuckk, About where were those pictures...

chuckk,

About where were those pictures taken?

Lots of fond memories racing in & around Austin, Buda, Driftwood in the mid-70s....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-20-08, 07:51 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,347
Posted By yamura

I put equal effort into both of my bikes and they...

I put equal effort into both of my bikes and they pretty much shrug it off. OTOH I'm not strong enough or my pedaling style doesn't lend itself to promoting frame flex, etc.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-15-08, 07:28 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,675
Posted By yamura

I would love to get a new set of Mavic Ksyrium...

I would love to get a new set of Mavic Ksyrium wheels for my CAAD9 (so I could use the OEM wheels for another project) but would be happy with a Thomson Elite X-2 stem, 110mm, 10 degree in black, + a...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-15-08, 06:47 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,239
Posted By yamura

I remember reading in a similar thread somewhere...

I remember reading in a similar thread somewhere a guy commented you shouldn't anthropomorphize your bikes...they don't like it.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-23-08, 07:23 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 3,365
Posted By yamura

DG, your problem can only be cured by another...

DG, your problem can only be cured by another bike. Recommend you go ahead and get it.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-15-08, 03:47 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 2,640
Posted By yamura

Seen on the back of a T-shirt worn by a 50ish...

Seen on the back of a T-shirt worn by a 50ish year old lass who was seated on the back of a Harley:

"I fought the bong, and the bong won."
Forum: Texas
09-30-08, 07:42 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,358
Posted By yamura

Good Lord. I just read the Dallas News article...

Good Lord. I just read the Dallas News article and that name jumped out at me. I haven't lived in Dallas for over 20 years, but his older brother used to coach my younger sibs in soccer. Very sad.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-23-08, 04:12 PM
Replies: 124
Views: 11,482
Posted By yamura

Definitely ride the old one. With only 2 bikes...

Definitely ride the old one. With only 2 bikes available my '82 Colnago gets fully half the duty. Would probably look a lot better with new handlebar tape and brake hoods....
Forum: Texas
09-22-08, 06:46 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,185
Posted By yamura

Very glad to hear the ticket was dismissed....

Very glad to hear the ticket was dismissed. Hopefully they'll provide the errant deputy with....guidance and counsel.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-10-08, 04:25 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 985
Posted By yamura

Slightly OT but I had a great RUN yesterday a.m....

Slightly OT but I had a great RUN yesterday a.m. in our high school CC team's annual 5K fund raiser road race. Finished 60th in a field of 400+, 2nd in age group and a new PB of 21:28. Have been...
Forum: Texas
07-23-08, 05:33 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,185
Posted By yamura

Hopefully you will prevail in both the battle and...

Hopefully you will prevail in both the battle and the war. Would hate to see this end up with you constantly being harrassed by this guy and some of his buddies (or superiors, since it looks like you...
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