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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-25-15, 09:54 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,535
Posted By ronjon10

Flat out raise your handlebars so you're a little...

Flat out raise your handlebars so you're a little more vertical with more weight on your rear side. Also work on your core strength to reduce the load on your wrists. You'll get there and find all...
Forum: Southern California
06-19-14, 10:37 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 8,652
Posted By ronjon10

Classics: - Latigo - GMR Quirky -...

Classics:
- Latigo
- GMR

Quirky
- Tuna Canyon (*steep warning)
- Mandeville Canyon

Scenic
- Via del Monte (PV)
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-18-08, 08:55 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,059
Posted By ronjon10

Planned. I've never had a desire to do a solo...

Planned. I've never had a desire to do a solo 100. The only way I would think about is a trip from Los Angeles to San Diego to see friends for a couple days then come back via train. A loop 100,...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-18-08, 12:37 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 557
Posted By ronjon10

Even the power meter is going to be completely...

Even the power meter is going to be completely accurate as everyone burns at different rates. You don't need to be 100% precise though.

To your original question. I'm not an expert, but here's...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-16-08, 12:07 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 511
Posted By ronjon10

You can use MTB cranks and cassettes on road...

You can use MTB cranks and cassettes on road bikes and go for the ultimate low 44/33/22. - 11/34 combo. Touring bikes use this set up frequently.

FSA makes (or used to make) a 48/38/24 crank...
Forum: Southern California
09-04-08, 03:24 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 702
Posted By ronjon10

Steve is awesome. I use him for fittings and he...

Steve is awesome. I use him for fittings and he always takes time for extra stuff like this as well. Really, everyone in the shop is great.




I agree with this also. I'm never going into...
Forum: Southern California
08-17-08, 09:29 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,116
Posted By ronjon10

Not exactly. I'm pretty sure it was between...

Not exactly. I'm pretty sure it was between Summerland and the second rest stop (just before the Montecito climb)
Forum: Southern California
08-17-08, 09:05 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,116
Posted By ronjon10

Yeah, was going to ask, I saw that group flying...

Yeah, was going to ask, I saw that group flying by.
Forum: Southern California
08-11-08, 11:49 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,736
Posted By ronjon10

53/39/30 - 11/28

53/39/30 - 11/28
Forum: Texas
07-22-08, 09:29 PM
Replies: 142
Views: 5,872
Posted By ronjon10

Ha, that reminds me of the Livestrong course I...

Ha, that reminds me of the Livestrong course I did in Austin back in 03. The route finished on a looong false flat straight into a headwind. Needless to say, I limped to the finish on that day.
...
Forum: Southern California
07-22-08, 09:16 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,094
Posted By ronjon10

Definitely the Montrose ride. You should give it...

Definitely the Montrose ride. You should give it a try some time, you'd like it, they blow all the stop signs also. :)
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-21-08, 11:54 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 721
Posted By ronjon10

Cynergy is my store. They're fantastic, I've...

Cynergy is my store. They're fantastic, I've never had any of the negative crud that people report about some stores here. The bikes run towards the high end, but for 1-1.2k you'll find something...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-21-08, 01:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 549
Posted By ronjon10

Oh sorry, I wasn't specifically recommending them...

Oh sorry, I wasn't specifically recommending them or her specifically as I've never used their services. I was just pointing out that she has the same qualifications of people (physiologist &...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-20-08, 07:46 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 549
Posted By ronjon10

See if you can talk to her: ...

See if you can talk to her: http://www.chicagoendurancesports.com/bios.htm#rudser (if you're trying to lose weight). Exercise physiologist / nutritionists are gold. They sift through the mountain...
Forum: Texas
07-18-08, 12:42 AM
Replies: 142
Views: 5,872
Posted By ronjon10

I'm coming in from Los Angeles to ride this and...

I'm coming in from Los Angeles to ride this and visit my Aunt & Uncle I haven't seen in a few years. I'm planning on riding the century though we'll see how much the heat gets too me. I'll be...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-17-08, 12:20 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 472
Posted By ronjon10

New York Law about posting calories in chain restaurants

Haven't seen a thread on this yet:
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/25464987/wid/11915773?GT1=31037

It's an article describing the new law in NY which requires chains (not just fast food places) to...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-17-08, 12:02 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,093
Posted By ronjon10

This has been one of my favorites. The race is...

This has been one of my favorites. The race is completely wide open, breakaways are succeeding like I've never seen before, and Ricco has been fun to watch. I'd like to see more attacking in the...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-12-08, 07:25 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 3,156
Posted By ronjon10

Do what you can to learn to love spinach. It's...

Do what you can to learn to love spinach. It's one of the best foods for you . Avoid iceberg lettuce, it's mostly just water, not too many nutrients in there.

Also be careful with the meats,...
Forum: Southern California
07-07-08, 06:35 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 4,886
Posted By ronjon10

The perp is supposedly 58. His name is up...

The perp is supposedly 58.

His name is up on LAist. Unfortunately, the name is the same as another doc who works in the area, so people were putting up contact info for the wrong person. ...
Forum: Southern California
07-03-08, 05:22 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,501
Posted By ronjon10

PV isn't for bombing down hills, Kanaan Dume is...

PV isn't for bombing down hills, Kanaan Dume is for bombing down. It's beautiful from the top down to PCH, nice and wide, smooth road, ~8% grade, no twisty turns to slow you down at all, good times.
Forum: Southern California
07-01-08, 08:43 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,934
Posted By ronjon10

The paving is done through the tunnel now. Have...

The paving is done through the tunnel now. Have fun out there.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-29-08, 06:40 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 783
Posted By ronjon10

Supposedly a padded backpack is the best since...

Supposedly a padded backpack is the best since your body acts like a shock absorber so your camera doesn't get all the jolts. If you're going for easier rides, a handlebar bag would do just fine I...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
06-28-08, 04:53 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 13,666
Posted By ronjon10

Ensure (non high protein varieties) has the...

Ensure (non high protein varieties) has the "magic" 4-1 carb / protein ratio. It really works well for me as a recovery drink. It does have hfcs in it, which is actually fine for recovery, but I...
Forum: Southern California
06-27-08, 11:04 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,146
Posted By ronjon10

Sounds like you are HTFU, nice ride!

Sounds like you are HTFU, nice ride!
Forum: Road Cycling
06-20-08, 06:11 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,481
Posted By ronjon10

2 tubes, 2 CO2 cartridges, 1 cell phone

2 tubes, 2 CO2 cartridges, 1 cell phone
Forum: Southern California
06-20-08, 03:36 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,934
Posted By ronjon10

I drove through this morning. They've got the...

I drove through this morning. They've got the paving done to Temescal so you can take the bike path to avoid the bad road.

Not sure if they're working tonight. I think they usually work Sunday...
Forum: Southern California
06-19-08, 01:03 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,934
Posted By ronjon10

It should be good for cycling tomorrow. They...

It should be good for cycling tomorrow. They made it from Sunset almost to Temescal last night. If they get that much more done tonight, they'll be well past Temescal.
Forum: Southern California
06-18-08, 11:49 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,934
Posted By ronjon10

I drove through about 9pm tonight. They had PCH...

I drove through about 9pm tonight. They had PCH down to 1 lane each way near sunset and had equipment out down there. Hopefully they'll be starting the paving tonight, but I hear ya, I'm not...
Forum: Southern California
06-18-08, 02:21 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,934
Posted By ronjon10

They've now got it chewed up from Sunset through...

They've now got it chewed up from Sunset through the McClure tunnel. I think that's where the construction is going to end, so hopefully they'll be repaving this week...I hope. I even hate driving...
Forum: Southern California
06-17-08, 01:46 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,934
Posted By ronjon10

Correct, as of today's drive in to work this...

Correct, as of today's drive in to work this morning, it's ground up from sunset to the California incline.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-14-08, 12:34 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,492
Posted By ronjon10

I would be one to say that if the ride involves...

I would be one to say that if the ride involves bottling up intersections or blocking traffic. Since they didn't do that, I'd actually say it's a fine example of how bikes and cars can share a road...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-06-08, 11:59 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 600
Posted By ronjon10

That is fantastic, great work!

That is fantastic, great work!
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-05-08, 11:51 AM
Replies: 167
Views: 4,969
Posted By ronjon10

I'd be all for CM if their rides went down as...

I'd be all for CM if their rides went down as they advertise. Take the right lane and roll through, even to the point of running lights as long as long as they get through as quickly as possible, no...
Forum: Southern California
06-04-08, 11:16 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,934
Posted By ronjon10

Right now, the chewed up road goes from Sunset to...

Right now, the chewed up road goes from Sunset to the Getty Villa area past Temescal. The new surface is fantastic for cycling, but careful if you're out there now, there are lots of small pebble...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
06-03-08, 12:08 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 639
Posted By ronjon10

+2 on Ascent. It has every feature I've been...

+2 on Ascent. It has every feature I've been looking for.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-03-08, 12:01 AM
Replies: 167
Views: 4,969
Posted By ronjon10

Critical Mass, or Critical Morons... ...

Critical Mass, or Critical Morons...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p1P__ux3R7U <-- "Circle of Death"? :rolleyes:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q-8b5W9YBTE <-- idiot acting like a baby
...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-01-08, 02:41 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,557
Posted By ronjon10

SRAM makes a 9spd 11-28 cassette and it's dirt...

SRAM makes a 9spd 11-28 cassette and it's dirt cheap:
http://www.amazon.com/Sram-PG-950-9-Speed-Mountain-Cassette/dp/B000BEW7XI
Forum: Southern California
05-30-08, 09:28 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 547
Posted By ronjon10

Yep, it's in Topanga. It's right by the liquor...

Yep, it's in Topanga. It's right by the liquor store and natural food store. Have fun that climb and wave to my dog as you pass my place.

Here's fernwood pacific dr.
...
Forum: Southern California
05-30-08, 08:50 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 547
Posted By ronjon10

PCH is still chewed up completely there. Just...

PCH is still chewed up completely there. Just head up into Topanga straight away over to Mulholland and you'll be fine.
Forum: Southern California
05-30-08, 03:50 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 5,016
Posted By ronjon10

He's like a slinky. He's really not good for...

He's like a slinky. He's really not good for much but he brings a smile to your face when you push him down the stairs.
Forum: Southern California
05-30-08, 09:08 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,267
Posted By ronjon10

Sounds like the Helens I know and loathe. ...

Sounds like the Helens I know and loathe.

Head up to Malibu, you can ride along the PCH rollers, into the Santa Monica Mountains, and over to Mulholland and get some great rides in if you like...
Forum: Southern California
05-27-08, 10:13 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,934
Posted By ronjon10

The chewed up pavement goes from Topanga to...

The chewed up pavement goes from Topanga to Sunset Blvd on both sides of the road. Not sure how far up it goes from Topanga towards Malibu.

Topanga from PCH to the highest point just before the...
Forum: Southern California
05-24-08, 10:54 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 4,295
Posted By ronjon10

Wussies, if you want to ride around LAX, go late...

Wussies, if you want to ride around LAX, go late Sunday afternoon at dusk, not on a Tuesday night.
Forum: Southern California
05-22-08, 02:58 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,934
Posted By ronjon10

It is between Temescal and Topanga. They...

It is between Temescal and Topanga.

They scraped the road at those 2 pinch points between Temescal and Topanga going north. It's not much, but it's better than it was. I suspect those spots will...
Forum: Southern California
05-21-08, 10:53 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 4,295
Posted By ronjon10

I did it once by accident. I missed the last...

I did it once by accident. I missed the last turnoff and didn't think it would be that big of a deal going through once I realized my only choices were to go through or hike back through the grass...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-18-08, 07:59 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,179
Posted By ronjon10

Another database guy and data junkie here. I use...

Another database guy and data junkie here. I use the garmin for all it's worth. However, during a ride, I focus much more on heart rate and only look at the speed when I'm pacelining and need to...
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
05-17-08, 01:12 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 720
Posted By ronjon10

I'm on the verizon fios 15 meg (8 meg reality)...

I'm on the verizon fios 15 meg (8 meg reality) service.
Forum: Southern California
05-17-08, 01:03 AM
Replies: 109
Views: 4,111
Posted By ronjon10

Adjusting my front derailleur tomorrow, Tour de...

Adjusting my front derailleur tomorrow, Tour de Cure on Sunday.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-15-08, 10:56 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 560
Posted By ronjon10

I'm on a 4 week program to do that. -Week 1...

I'm on a 4 week program to do that.
-Week 1 30 reps x2 sets at ~65% 1 rep max (2 days/week)
-Week 2 40 reps x2 sets at ~60% 1 rep max (2 days/week)
-Week 3 50 reps x2 sets at ~55% 1 rep max (2...
Forum: Southern California
05-15-08, 12:40 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,096
Posted By ronjon10

Those two guys are Ralph Wiggum smart.

Those two guys are Ralph Wiggum smart.
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