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09-07-10, 06:25 AM
Replies: 160
Views: 6,547
Posted By BillyBob1

If you don't care about your health don't wear...

If you don't care about your health don't wear the helmet. I've had two falls and both times the helmet was fractured, but not my skull. One at slow speed and the other when a car hit me and I did...
09-07-10, 06:19 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 480
Posted By BillyBob1

Hey, I had four bypasses in Oct of 2008 and was...

Hey, I had four bypasses in Oct of 2008 and was back on the bike within 10 weeks - I'll be 70 in January. I continued to ride the road 15 to 20 miles per day until I was hit by a car last December....
09-06-10, 09:06 AM
Replies: 3,847
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Views: 659,946
Posted By BillyBob1

The accident occurred about 1/4 mile from home...

The accident occurred about 1/4 mile from home near Griffin GA. The only damage to the car was that I took out their side view mirror (about $700) and they filed with my insurance. My lawyer thinks I...
09-06-10, 06:33 AM
Replies: 3,847
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Posted By BillyBob1

I've been absent here for a long while. On Dec....

I've been absent here for a long while. On Dec. 26th, 2009 I was hit by a car while riding my bike. I was told that it was my fault for swerving into the path of the car. I had a concussion, third...
03-29-09, 08:20 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 3,134
Posted By BillyBob1

I am a retired physician (15 years from Departure...

I am a retired physician (15 years from Departure day- I actually retired young due to some medical issues). I totally agree the system is broke. I never had the nerve to charge some of the fees my...
03-28-09, 07:43 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,051
Posted By BillyBob1

I wonder if you pain is really in your sit bones?...

I wonder if you pain is really in your sit bones? My pain was always in the perineal area which is the space between the junk and the anus.That is where a lot of my weight is placed and the rubbing...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-28-09, 07:19 AM
Replies: 490
Views: 28,089
Posted By BillyBob1

PhD in medical pharmacology did research and...

PhD in medical pharmacology did research and taught at the Univ of Cincinnati, then MD and practiced geriatrics and hospice care for 25 years in Tucson, then retired and now raise Angus cattle in...
03-28-09, 06:04 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 768
Posted By BillyBob1

Smile We will look forward to your visit next year. BTW...

We will look forward to your visit next year. BTW we had 266 riders at last count which was much bigger than last year.

Billy
03-27-09, 05:17 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 904
Posted By BillyBob1

I have the Kurt Road machine and it does...

I have the Kurt Road machine and it does everything I need it for. Billy
03-27-09, 05:09 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 768
Posted By BillyBob1

This was a great ride. Weather was perfect, a bit...

This was a great ride. Weather was perfect, a bit cold at the start. It ended with a sit down hot lunch (beef tips, rice, pasta salad (hot and cold), string beans, rolls, fruit) at the Concord Cafe...
01-15-09, 06:50 AM
Replies: 3,847
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Posted By BillyBob1

Hey Burr, I am going great and feel great....

Hey Burr,

I am going great and feel great. Been riding again the past two days and needing to get a few muscles back in shape. It feels good, but of course the bottom doesn't because it needs to...
01-13-09, 07:14 AM
Replies: 3,847
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Views: 659,946
Posted By BillyBob1

Quadruple Coronary Bypass

Well I took my own medical advice and had another cardiac stress test in October and flunked. Riding bike was fine, it was the walking in an airport that tipped me off that I had a problem and had...
01-13-09, 07:01 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 768
Posted By BillyBob1

12th Tour de Pike, Georgia, March 21st

The 12th annual Tour de Pike will occur on March 21st, starting in Concord, GA which is about 1 hour south of the Atlanta airport. This ride is for bicycles and inline skaters. Fee is $25 prior to...
09-29-08, 06:38 AM
Replies: 3,847
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Posted By BillyBob1

Check this out, it is written by a physician for...

Check this out, it is written by a physician for cyclists.

http://www.cptips.com/toc.htm#table


Billy
09-18-08, 06:08 AM
Replies: 3,847
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Views: 659,946
Posted By BillyBob1

Forget about age and just do it. It is very wise...

Forget about age and just do it. It is very wise to have a cardiac stress test to make sure that you do not have silent ischemia that could kill you. My best bud, and partner in practice, died at age...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-25-08, 05:52 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 14,355
Posted By BillyBob1

I re-read my post above, and also re-read the...

I re-read my post above, and also re-read the literature and indeed the literature states under warning that the arm must come in contact with the caliper or fork - so I was wrong. Have no idea why...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-18-08, 05:33 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 14,355
Posted By BillyBob1

As I said, I have a carbon road bike and their...

As I said, I have a carbon road bike and their literature that came with the rack specifically states the arm for the front wheel should be placed 1 inch in front of the front caliper. That is what I...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-12-08, 10:42 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 14,355
Posted By BillyBob1

I don't like to hear that. I bought the T2...

I don't like to hear that. I bought the T2 specifically for my carbon road bike. I looked again at their literature and it says nothing about not using it for carbon bikes. I agree about not liking...
06-30-08, 07:34 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,418
Posted By BillyBob1

Hey, your learning. The for and aft for me also...

Hey, your learning. The for and aft for me also did cause some foot pain. the left and right must be set so that it does NOT result in knee pain. I had a lot of knee pain until I got it correct.
...
06-23-08, 06:56 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 3,134
Posted By BillyBob1

Just don't let the government run healthcare, or...

Just don't let the government run healthcare, or your bill will double again and yes you won't have to pay the doctor, but you WILL HAVE TO PAY the TAX MAN for the increased inefficiency that...
05-28-08, 08:19 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 334
Posted By BillyBob1

I have a pair of Sidi Zetas for my speedplays....

I have a pair of Sidi Zetas for my speedplays. They are very comfortable and have an added heal cushing for walking. I just slap on the speedplay covers and can walk very comfortably on pavement or...
05-21-08, 06:14 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,452
Posted By BillyBob1

I love my Thule T2, but then I drive a Ram 3500...

I love my Thule T2, but then I drive a Ram 3500 dually so that is a whole different kind of vehicle.

Billy
05-07-08, 06:18 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,126
Posted By BillyBob1

I looked at the ergon website, but admittedly do...

I looked at the ergon website, but admittedly do not understand if these grips can be placed on a road bike? Thanks. Billy
04-05-08, 06:12 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,418
Posted By BillyBob1

I have had the speed play Xs for about six weeks...

I have had the speed play Xs for about six weeks and really like them. they have helped my knees a lot. I really like the float. I bought from bike shop and they placed on the shoe in no time flat. I...
03-29-08, 05:51 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,639
Posted By BillyBob1

Read this about knee problems: ...

Read this about knee problems: http://www.cptips.com/toc.htm#table

I also went through five saddles and settled on an old timer, the Brooks B17 and it solved all my perineal problems pronto. If...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-19-08, 02:40 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 14,355
Posted By BillyBob1

Since the line before the warning states to put...

Since the line before the warning states to put the arm one inch from the brake or fork, the two statements are really contradictory.

Since I have a carbon bike, I worry about stresses on the bike...
03-16-08, 07:25 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 466
Posted By BillyBob1

Quit it, you are making me very homesick for...

Quit it, you are making me very homesick for Arizona - lived there 25 years.
Billy
03-15-08, 10:53 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 30,136
Posted By BillyBob1

Tucson is a great place for cycling as it Taos,...

Tucson is a great place for cycling as it Taos, New Mexico. I have lived in both places. The former is more flat, and hot in the summer, the latter more mountainous at high altitude (7,000 ft). ...
03-13-08, 01:20 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 962
Posted By BillyBob1

Fred, Get a Life! Brooks has...

Fred,

Get a Life!

Brooks has weathered many more years of selling saddles of all kinds than anyone expected. If you have purchased from a dealer, then they should have been able to answer...
03-13-08, 08:56 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 962
Posted By BillyBob1

If you had purchased from Wallingford bike parts,...

If you had purchased from Wallingford bike parts, you could return a Brooks up to six months after purchase. I bought a B17 from them a couple months ago, and I wouldn't give it up for anything. It...
03-08-08, 12:03 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,492
Posted By BillyBob1

The website URL doesn't work, here is the new...

The website URL doesn't work, here is the new one. It is a great reference written by a physican cyclinst.

http://www.cptips.com/toc.htm#table

Billy
Forum: Southeast
03-03-08, 06:18 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 974
Posted By BillyBob1

You will be within reach of you bike at stops, so...

You will be within reach of you bike at stops, so there should not be a problem. Don't worry about the cows, they don't ride yet.

Bill
02-25-08, 06:45 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 785
Posted By BillyBob1

FDR Sate Park is in Pine Mountain which is also...

FDR Sate Park is in Pine Mountain which is also near Callaway Gardens and the Little White House. All worth a trip in and by themselves. Pine Mountain is about 35 miles from Concord. The Azelleas in...
02-25-08, 06:35 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 351
Posted By BillyBob1

I do not know the actual elevations, but I drove...

I do not know the actual elevations, but I drove the 33 mile route and they were what I would call gentle hills. I realize that gentle to one gentlemen, maybe awesome to others. Come on down. It's...
02-24-08, 07:10 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 785
Posted By BillyBob1

Tour de Pike, Georgia, March 15th

March 15, 2008 starting in Concord Georgia (about 1 hr South of Atlanta). Sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Pike County. They say on their website, "Tour de Pike proceeds have provided scholarships,...
02-18-08, 06:44 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 351
Posted By BillyBob1

Tour de Pike in Georgia March 15

The 11th year of the Tour de Pike should be fun. Ranges from 6 to 100 miles through beautiful Pike County, Georgia. The Date is March 15th, starts and ends in Concord, GA.

Details: ...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-15-08, 06:54 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 302
Posted By BillyBob1

Tour de Pike, Georgia - anyone going?

The Tour de Pike is on March 15, starting in Concord, GA and is from 6 to 100 miles. Beautiful country for a ride.

Details: http://www.kiwanispike.org/tourdepike.html

Anyone on here going?
...
Forum: Touring
01-26-08, 03:41 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 8,455
Posted By BillyBob1

Looks like your coming around to be a believer,...

Looks like your coming around to be a believer, no? It only took me about one week. Go wallbike parts, your not getting my saddle back.


Bill
Forum: Road Cycling
01-14-08, 10:41 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,490
Posted By BillyBob1

I just bought a 4.5 Madone. It is made in Taiwan....

I just bought a 4.5 Madone. It is made in Taiwan. The high end Madones are still made in the US.
Forum: Southeast
01-14-08, 06:34 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 974
Posted By BillyBob1

Yeah, I will promise, but THEY won't.

Yeah, I will promise, but THEY won't.
Forum: Southeast
01-06-08, 06:35 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 974
Posted By BillyBob1

Tour de Pike, Georgia - March 15

11th Annual Tour de Pike in beautiful Pike County Georgia
Saturday, March 15th, 2008

Rides of 8,16,33,66 and 100 miles.
Start time: 8:30 AM

More on website: http://www.kiwanispike.org/
Forum: Road Cycling
12-29-07, 07:40 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,331
Posted By BillyBob1

to answer the question asked, you loosen a bolt...

to answer the question asked, you loosen a bolt and slide the beam up or down and then tighten in place. The bolt is located right under the T in the Softride label on the beam in the picture above.
12-29-07, 11:20 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,820
Posted By BillyBob1

Smile Spooky Tooth Bike made in Tucson, Az

Ooops, gas and electric bikes

http://www.spookytoothcycles.com/content/view/93/115/
12-29-07, 09:21 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 13,749
Posted By BillyBob1

I have had a softride for about ten years. The...

I have had a softride for about ten years. The beam broke about eight or nine years ago and was replaced under warranty. I have had no problems since. There are apparently two different beams (at...
12-29-07, 09:14 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,932
Posted By BillyBob1

If you want to try a Brooks, Wallingford has a...

If you want to try a Brooks, Wallingford has a six month return policy if you don't like it. You pay for the shipping. I found the Brooks for about $20 less at other places but without the long...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-29-07, 09:05 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,331
Posted By BillyBob1

I spoke with softride and they have stopped...

I spoke with softride and they have stopped making bikes about 18 months ago. I tried to get a spare beam, they have no more. Very sad.
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-29-07, 09:01 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,226
Posted By BillyBob1

Yes, Softride quit making bikes 18 months ago. I...

Yes, Softride quit making bikes 18 months ago. I have one, and called regarding parts - like the beam = they have none. So, when the beam goes , so does the bike. Very sad. It is a good bike for an...
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