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Forum: Mountain Biking
09-27-09, 11:25 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 5,322
Posted By 40x14

from what - deer?

from what - deer?
Forum: Training & Nutrition
07-14-09, 08:40 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,494
Posted By 40x14

3 scoops as a recommendation... So hammer is...

3 scoops as a recommendation... So hammer is saying you could have used 1.5 scoops per bottle and consumed more liquid with a less dense concentration of heed in your water bottles. That sounds...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
07-10-09, 12:50 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,494
Posted By 40x14

The first time a teammate had suggested trying...

The first time a teammate had suggested trying this stuff... I thought it tasted like chalk and it gave me mild stomach cramps. I also felt bloated... it was a long time before I tried it again. I...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
07-10-09, 09:09 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,494
Posted By 40x14

Did you prepare the heed just before going out? I...

Did you prepare the heed just before going out? I know their stuff is natural and can spoil if left out in the heat... but that might just be for sustained energy and perpetuem powder.

How long...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-30-09, 10:05 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 792
Posted By 40x14

toupe is good for numbness in the perineal area,...

toupe is good for numbness in the perineal area, but honestly not soo good for ze butt. I'd say it takes some miles and riding to develop a hardass suited for a toupe. Fizik Arione is great for butts...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
02-24-09, 12:29 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,183
Posted By 40x14

As an slightly older master's level guy, one of...

As an slightly older master's level guy, one of the things I've learned is that it really helps to rest when my body asks for it. Sometimes this happens right after a 'personal best' and other times...
Forum: Road Bike Marketplace
12-07-08, 01:03 PM
Replies: 3,426
Views: 461,599
Posted By 40x14

Hey Wilson - I'll give you a set of scott clip on...

Hey Wilson - I'll give you a set of scott clip on aero bars fro around the same era as your cannondale, they're in fine shape and from a bike I bought with them on, but I don't use them. Just pay for...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-30-08, 05:15 PM
Replies: 5,456
Views: 3,896,739
Posted By 40x14

photo of the new-to-me ride, right after sicx. ...

photo of the new-to-me ride, right after sicx.
(http://statencx.wordpress.com)
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3188/3071742257_c3d1d3525f_b.jpg
Forum: Road Bike Marketplace
09-13-08, 08:13 PM
Replies: 3,426
Views: 461,599
Posted By 40x14

awesome shoes for trade

Have:
Shimano R300 size 40.5 (7.2US).

Used for 2 weeks this past spring. Shoes were NEVER heat molded -- same goes for the the insoles.

A few tiny scrapes on each heel but only to the...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
08-19-08, 10:53 AM
Replies: 9,313
Views: 3,881,147
Posted By 40x14

hamstring cramp 15% gradient

NY capital region RR on 8/16. The photo was taken about 30 seconds after a hamstring cramp, I was trying to figure out if I could get through it or not. The answer was not.

I dropped out of the...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-04-08, 09:42 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 617
Posted By 40x14

Hey Tigershark - MTB bike shoes are easier to...

Hey Tigershark - MTB bike shoes are easier to walk in, and that's a great price especially if they're the carbon sole shoes (then it's an unbelievable price). The guy at the shop may have been trying...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
07-08-08, 07:54 PM
Replies: 11,620
Views: 537,083
Posted By 40x14

Hah, that's funny me too today. I raced a 10 lap...

Hah, that's funny me too today. I raced a 10 lap race at floyd bennett field and dropped out on lap 9... just couldn't take it any more. There were two riders up the road and I'd burned many many...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-05-08, 09:03 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 18,232
Posted By 40x14

What is a semi tark bike? Is that like a tractor...

What is a semi tark bike? Is that like a tractor trailer bike?

I've scraped pedals more times than I can shake a stick at, and it's never caused a crash (yet... fingers crossed). It's happened to...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-03-08, 09:54 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,277
Posted By 40x14

Ok, I think (hope) that you hear what we're...

Ok, I think (hope) that you hear what we're saying. You have a nice ride and a fine set of wheels there. Anybody who says otherwise is trying to sell you something.

But, since you're asking for...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-02-08, 01:51 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,277
Posted By 40x14

Tell us more about your current setup. How many...

Tell us more about your current setup. How many spokes, what lacing, what tires...?
Forum: Road Cycling
06-02-08, 01:39 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,277
Posted By 40x14

Race ready has nothing to do with wheels: it...

Race ready has nothing to do with wheels: it comes from the heart, legs, and mind. Ok, j/k. Don't take equipment too seriously. Many (myself included) have made that mistake but once you start buying...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-02-08, 12:31 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,277
Posted By 40x14

I think no matter what people say here OP is...

I think no matter what people say here OP is going to wind up with one of these,

Shimano WH-7800
Mavic ES

...used.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-02-08, 12:18 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,277
Posted By 40x14

I don't know if you would be able to find a huge...

I don't know if you would be able to find a huge upgrade from the wheels you're currently riding in that price range, the ritchey's are pretty lightweight for clinchers, and the CK hubs are as close...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-02-08, 11:23 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,277
Posted By 40x14

Really depends on what you're using them for,...

Really depends on what you're using them for, your riding style, weight, etc.

How about a new set of rims laced to you cKing hubs - they're about as good as you can get. Maybe zipp/flashpoint...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-08, 09:53 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 922
Posted By 40x14

I recently got prorace3's in 700x23. I pumped...

I recently got prorace3's in 700x23. I pumped them up but haven't ridden them yet. [shame].

They're a lot skinnier than my corsa cx in 700x23, and I wish they weren't.

In fact, they're...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-20-08, 10:31 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,470
Posted By 40x14

hahhhaha.... this will be my mantra the next time...

hahhhaha.... this will be my mantra the next time I race, thanks. :roflmao2:
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-15-08, 09:21 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 4,759
Posted By 40x14

Is it as good as it looks, or some sort of...

Is it as good as it looks, or some sort of trompe-l'oeil from the camera and the lighting? Because if it's as good as it looks you are a genius, I thank you for posting this. :love:
Forum: Road Cycling
05-14-08, 07:32 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,880
Posted By 40x14

The Gatorskins are also a very heavy tire, imo,...

The Gatorskins are also a very heavy tire, imo, even if the weight is light. I wouldn't hesitate to race on the 4000 tires and I have - but the 23c Gatorskins feel a little sluggish to me.

If you...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-12-08, 10:42 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,880
Posted By 40x14

General advice is this: you'd do well to get a...

General advice is this: you'd do well to get a nice set of "racing" tires, but in a slightly wide profile, like 23mm or 25mm profile or 23/25 combo front/rear. The better tires just ride better. If...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
05-09-08, 12:10 PM
Replies: 9,313
Views: 3,881,147
Posted By 40x14

There are some pretty serious photos in this...

There are some pretty serious photos in this thread (and some not so serious ones too). Just wow.

At last week's training race (http://flickr.com/photos/26077740@N04/2473834285/in/photostream/) I...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-30-08, 09:59 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,141
Posted By 40x14

The newest version of google maps for blackberry...

The newest version of google maps for blackberry is a magnitude better than the old(er) versions.

It uses blackberry's built in GPS and it also uses some form of triangulation via the wireless...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-30-08, 05:30 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,141
Posted By 40x14

Blackberry 8800 has true GPS and I use Google...

Blackberry 8800 has true GPS and I use Google maps cause it's free (instead of telenav gps). Works well in a pinch, but you still need to have a "sense" of where you're going.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
03-28-08, 12:22 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,087
Posted By 40x14

Hah hah, yes, this year. In '86 or '87 I...

Hah hah, yes, this year.

In '86 or '87 I did 8.45 miles flat TT in 19:15 on a Peugeot with a spoke missing from the back wheel. I still remember the thump thump thump... probably helped me set a...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
03-28-08, 11:32 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,087
Posted By 40x14

I want to do my first TT (in about 20 yrs) but...

I want to do my first TT (in about 20 yrs) but with a minimal investment.

I have a couple questions

1. how do you figure out your coefficient of drag without a wind tunnel?

2. I don't have...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
03-27-08, 06:22 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 2,304
Posted By 40x14

I agree with that. But there is a bit of valuable...

I agree with that. But there is a bit of valuable information in there. The heartrate monitor lets me know when I'm well rested and ready to race, and when I'm tired. If I'm well rested I can bounce...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-24-08, 09:37 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,076
Posted By 40x14

Looked over the photos again, maybe your right...

Looked over the photos again, maybe your right leg is shorter than your left leg? If so don't worry this is a common thing.

There are lots of possible solutions, I like lewedge...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
03-23-08, 11:51 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 791
Posted By 40x14

What software are you guys using to determine CTL...

What software are you guys using to determine CTL and other stuff? I just got a powertap in the fall and finished reading the book Training and Racing with a Power Meter, ready to go to the next step.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-23-08, 11:36 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,076
Posted By 40x14

Pruitt's book is a great resource. I believe the...

Pruitt's book is a great resource. I believe the best judge of his own fit on the bike is ultimately the rider so you are doing fine. Pruitt and others can help you figure out what to change in order...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-14-08, 03:23 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 10,129
Posted By 40x14

Nice freaky cross bike. :D

Nice freaky cross bike. :D
Forum: Road Cycling
03-14-08, 01:34 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 10,129
Posted By 40x14

My "carbon spine" 51cm 2005 Lemond Maillot J....

My "carbon spine" 51cm 2005 Lemond Maillot J. Purchased it last fall. Rides smooth and still has good road input. Hasn't been raced yet... but spring is here and I'm looking forward to opening things...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
02-28-08, 01:55 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 4,104
Posted By 40x14

My first race was a "citizen's" race, it was in...

My first race was a "citizen's" race, it was in the mid 1980's when it was called uscf not usac. It was a crit outside philly, about 14 miles, and even though I was fit from rowing crew and riding my...
Forum: Framebuilders
01-19-08, 09:07 PM
Replies: 190
Views: 20,591
Posted By 40x14

I'd like to know where to obtain good quality dry...

I'd like to know where to obtain good quality dry (not green) bamboo wood? I'm in NYC. Any help is appreciated.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-17-08, 12:53 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 735
Posted By 40x14

Ha, good one! :lol: I did not read...

Ha, good one! :lol:

I did not read carefully about the non-hooked wall. Maybe try tubular clinchers?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-17-08, 10:39 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 735
Posted By 40x14

What you need is to stop looking for an answer...

What you need is to stop looking for an answer online and put a little more muscle into it. 700c is 700c, kevlar, wire, or any other bead should fit.

The concave box-section rims (weinmann comes...
Forum: Framebuilders
01-17-08, 12:40 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,252
Posted By 40x14

You don't need brake cable guides on the top...

You don't need brake cable guides on the top tube, simply run a full length of housing to the rear brake and clamp it using any one of several methods. You can get vintage steel brake cable guides on...
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
01-14-08, 10:35 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 794
Posted By 40x14

Yes, that's a very good point. You'll still have...

Yes, that's a very good point. You'll still have a few hundred dollars left over for incidentals like race fees (a few bucks per race), a racing license ($60), decent tires, and a couple of different...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-14-08, 07:50 PM
Replies: 7,147
Views: 558,995
Posted By 40x14

Campy anodized chainring

Campagnolo 44T dark cherry anodized chainring, 135 BCD to fit Miche crankarms
3/32" compatible

Want it gone
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
01-14-08, 05:04 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 794
Posted By 40x14

I disagree on the mercier. Mercier is fairly...

I disagree on the mercier. Mercier is fairly heavy and made of much softer metal than both the soma and the bareknuckle.

Also the geometry on the mercier is more of a singlespeed commuter type...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-12-07, 09:16 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,859
Posted By 40x14

Boiled new potatoes, smothered in olive oil and...

Boiled new potatoes, smothered in olive oil and coated with parmesan cheese, wrapped in aluminum foil. The recipe is based on a cooking video I saw at sariscycling.com.

Two seconds later a team...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-24-07, 05:42 PM
Replies: 7,742
Views: 585,671
Posted By 40x14

Vintage Classic Bike from the year 2033....

Vintage Classic Bike from the year 2033. (http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=110172557533) :p

Custom Built Storck Road Bike 12.5 Pounds!! $12,500 (on ebay)...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-14-07, 01:56 PM
Replies: 5,107
Views: 343,268
Posted By 40x14

Are these your own items? If so you should read...

Are these your own items? If so you should read the rules.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-13-07, 09:58 PM
Replies: 5,107
Views: 343,268
Posted By 40x14

whatd'ya wanna bet that it goes for $200, no...

whatd'ya wanna bet that it goes for $200, no matter whether the buffalo was male or female. :rolleyes:
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-13-07, 09:31 PM
Replies: 5,107
Views: 343,268
Posted By 40x14

I thought it was pronounced "Buffala," not...

I thought it was pronounced "Buffala," not buffalo. As in "buffala mozzarella per favore."

Yes, that is what you way it is and it deserves to be on a museum bike. Nice.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-19-07, 10:21 AM
Replies: 7,147
Views: 558,995
Posted By 40x14

An amputee! :eek:

An amputee! :eek:
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
08-16-07, 12:42 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,645
Posted By 40x14

Aros58 Wheel Spec at CaneCreek, 1495g for...

Aros58 Wheel Spec at CaneCreek, 1495g for tubulars (http://www.canecreek.com/aros_58.html?&L=0%22%20onfocus%3D%22blurLink%28this%29%3B%22%20onfocus%3D%22blurLink%28this%29%3B)
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