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Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
08-25-18, 12:04 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 8,648
Posted By Flounce

I don’t ride as much as some here, but seems like...

I don’t ride as much as some here, but seems like it depends on your anticipated road conditions. Roads in my parts are good, never thought of bringing a spare tire on my 400k. So I’m of the school...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
05-30-18, 04:06 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 693
Posted By Flounce

I Lost my Garmin 510 - have an extra one?

I lost my Garmin 510 :(

Any chance someone here have one they’re not using , or been thinking of upgrading ? Or suggestions on where to look ? I looked at eBay and Craig’s list already. I am...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
04-18-18, 12:37 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 25,489
Posted By Flounce

Two on the bike: Garmin 510 to record for...

Two on the bike:

Garmin 510 to record for Strava and to display heart rate, speed cadence, time etc

Etrex 20x to show bread crumb route ( .gpx file)

Very happy. Both can be run off AA...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
04-06-18, 01:24 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,247
Posted By Flounce

Some rides challenge your lungs, some rides...

Some rides challenge your lungs, some rides challenge your legs, and some rides challenge your mind. The hard ones where you have trouble even finishing on time challenge all three, but more so the...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
04-06-18, 10:43 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 8,494
Posted By Flounce

I ordered and received this - the Deuter Speed...

I ordered and received this - the Deuter Speed Lite 10. It is tiny, which is not to say it's not the right bag for me, as I haven't used it yet. I am close to 200lbs, 6 foot 1, so the bag looks funny...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
04-04-18, 10:36 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,461
Posted By Flounce

I use profile design bolt-on aero bars, not for...

I use profile design bolt-on aero bars, not for aerodynamics but for an additional arm position on long rides. My handlebars are high, upright fit. Aero bars, properly used, require a different...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
04-02-18, 11:09 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 11,746
Posted By Flounce

Front and rear lights: dynamo hub. sondelux28 ...

Front and rear lights: dynamo hub. sondelux28

backup front and backup rear: battery powered lights, stowed away.

garmin 510 : external battery back that takes AA batteries. Last forever.
...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
04-02-18, 10:04 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,231
Posted By Flounce

Whatever keeps you interested in riding, which is...

Whatever keeps you interested in riding, which is different for different people. Me? I like going to places I've never been before, so I'll route something - even through dense city - to a place I...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
03-30-18, 01:45 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,651
Posted By Flounce

I finished my 400km brevet, keeping good...

I finished my 400km brevet, keeping good nutrition throughout, etc. But it wasn't enjoyable at the end, at all. After 200 miles, I'd felt I'd had a nice scenic ride and was ready to call it a day....
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
03-29-18, 03:10 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 8,494
Posted By Flounce

Thanks Oldguytry, and great century time. What...

Thanks Oldguytry, and great century time. What you do is on the other end of the spectrum, in terms of racing it and using a good paceline, but not how most brevet riders are.
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
03-29-18, 10:17 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 8,494
Posted By Flounce

Thanks all, those details are really helpful and...

Thanks all, those details are really helpful and food for thought, no pun intended.
znomit, the reason I want to finish the brevet as soon as possible is that 1) I enjoy this activity more as a...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
03-28-18, 11:51 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 8,494
Posted By Flounce

I can see how one ends up stopping more...

I can see how one ends up stopping more frequently, or longer, from peer pressure. I'm a little bit jealous of the camaraderie. On the other hand, I generally don't like to be tied to a group, I want...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
03-28-18, 08:22 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 8,494
Posted By Flounce

After my experiences with bonking, I did decrease...

After my experiences with bonking, I did decrease my level of effort on long rides by looking at HR.

I've been using Maffetone's rule as an basic way to determine maximum aerobic heart rate.
...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
03-28-18, 07:41 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 8,494
Posted By Flounce

If I get a knapsack, maybe I'll get that one. It...

If I get a knapsack, maybe I'll get that one. It does seems like a lot of money. What about it specifically do you like? Does your back get sweaty? Thanks.
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
03-28-18, 07:09 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 8,494
Posted By Flounce

The reason I moved to eating hourly was that...

The reason I moved to eating hourly was that previously I was bonking all the time, and always at the end. So I switched to solid foods and eating them frequently and regularly, and I dont bonk...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
03-28-18, 06:40 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 8,494
Posted By Flounce

Thanks, that is helpful. I will consume less and...

Thanks, that is helpful. I will consume less and get more base training in, to burn fat more efficiently.

If I don't have to carry so much food, that makes things easier.
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
03-28-18, 06:01 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 8,494
Posted By Flounce

Thanks all. Appreciate the details, Jlippinbike. ...

Thanks all. Appreciate the details, Jlippinbike.

Thermionic and Clasher: Since you two are eating smaller things on the bike - breakfast squares, cliff bars, dried apricots and almonds.... are...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
03-28-18, 03:35 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 8,494
Posted By Flounce

For those who eat solid foods during long brevets: when? on the bike? what? storage?

I've experimented with all sorts of nutrition, including all liquid nutrition, and have found that I do best with solid foods are regular intervals, meaning every hour. By solid food I mean savory...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
03-28-18, 10:36 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 11,746
Posted By Flounce

PBP also requires a wool jersey, a boxy rando...

PBP also requires a wool jersey, a boxy rando bag, mustache, and your choice of either croissant or baguette for breakfast.
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
03-23-18, 09:10 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,651
Posted By Flounce

Randonneuring is one of those things that one can...

Randonneuring is one of those things that one can get excited about in theory when sitting in front of your computer, but find that when you are actually out there in the 14th hour on your bike, it’s...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
03-15-18, 12:56 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 8,991
Posted By Flounce

Do you really think this is based on a blogger's...

Do you really think this is based on a blogger's anecdote and there is no science behind it? Come on.

A 2 second quick google search will yield more stuff than you want to read, the paragraphs...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
03-13-18, 02:47 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 8,991
Posted By Flounce

As I recall - and I no longer have the book - the...

As I recall - and I no longer have the book - the science indicates an association between endurance sports and lone atrial flutter, and that there is likely a *threshold* for increased risk, but...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
03-13-18, 11:08 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 8,991
Posted By Flounce

Cycling or any physical activity done in lieu of...

Cycling or any physical activity done in lieu of sitting on the couch or in front of a computer munching fatty snacks, is going to be much better for your health. Having said that, there is a tipping...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
03-11-18, 02:06 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 7,999
Posted By Flounce

This is largely a matter of style, no? Modern or...

This is largely a matter of style, no? Modern or old , whatever floats your boat. My next might be a specialized diverge in carbon.
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
03-07-18, 10:38 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,432
Posted By Flounce

I ordered metal fenders from VO, purchased one...

I ordered metal fenders from VO, purchased one regular length mudflap for the front fender and one extra long mudflap for the rear fender, and here’s how I plan to install them: when the package...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
03-06-18, 02:41 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,432
Posted By Flounce

Thanks for the advice and offer. I’ll probably...

Thanks for the advice and offer. I’ll probably buy a set from VO.

At VO, should I get the regular length one or the extra long one?
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
03-06-18, 12:47 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,432
Posted By Flounce

Buying metal full fenders ... which mud flap should I get?

So I'm buying full fenders from Velo Orange - $67 - unless somewhere here feels strongly I should get the Honjo fenders from Compass that are around $117.

I have to buy mud flap separately, and...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
03-06-18, 10:55 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,331
Posted By Flounce

Rainy brevet - wet feet?

I've done century length rides in the rain and my socks and shoes get soaked. It is not comfortable. When I'm done, my toes look like prunes from being soaked in water.

I flaked on a 300km I...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
02-28-18, 12:47 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,365
Posted By Flounce

I am new to the Etrex 20x bandwagon but am...

I am new to the Etrex 20x bandwagon but am solidly on it. To be clear, it does not tell me to turn left on Main Street in 80 feet (at least not the way I use it) , it displays a pink line...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
02-20-18, 06:35 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,870
Posted By Flounce

Shimano PD-T421 One side SPD, other side...

Shimano PD-T421

One side SPD, other side platform pedal, big plastic platform for support.

I use this only because my rando bike is sometimes used as an "around town" commuting bike and I want...
Forum: Southern California
02-17-18, 10:49 PM
Replies: 500
Views: 89,023
Posted By Flounce

I don’t enjoy riding through camps of malodorous...

I don’t enjoy riding through camps of malodorous half clothed people any more than any other cyclist. This is a scene I expect in Brazil or some other third world country, not the United States,...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
02-11-18, 08:48 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 8,581
Posted By Flounce

Thanks, all. Just rode a century yesterday, 2nd...

Thanks, all. Just rode a century yesterday, 2nd half was in the dark /cold, it sucked.

Appreciate everyone's input, I will try to work in a hard, fast ride in the middle of the week, and keep my...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
02-11-18, 08:41 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 8,555
Posted By Flounce

Irvine to Rancho Cucamonga to visit a friend, and...

Irvine to Rancho Cucamonga to visit a friend, and back to Irvine, big loop 103 miles.

https://imgur.com/a/CPjpm

https://imgur.com/a/CPjpm
Forum: Southern California
02-11-18, 08:36 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,165
Posted By Flounce

Thanks everyone. For anyone who is considering...

Thanks everyone. For anyone who is considering the same question, i.e. getting from Irvine (or Anaheim) up to Upland/Rancho Cucamonga area...

I ended up riding two of the routes I was looking at,...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
02-11-18, 01:49 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 10,633
Posted By Flounce

Update: Ride 103 miles today, route largely...

Update:

Ride 103 miles today, route largely new to me, and I rode it entirely relying on the “pink line,” didn’t use my cue sheets that I had as a backup. I consider it a huge success. Very happy...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
02-08-18, 01:26 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 8,581
Posted By Flounce

Keeping the car at work, and a spare bike at...

Keeping the car at work, and a spare bike at work, are good ideas I'll explore.
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
02-08-18, 12:38 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 8,581
Posted By Flounce

It's a good thought, my work is 3.5 miles away -...

It's a good thought, my work is 3.5 miles away - barely enough time to get warmed up - and I already ride there when I can which is not often, as I sometimes need the car during the workday or to...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
02-08-18, 11:48 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 8,581
Posted By Flounce

Thanks Unterhausen for the trial account , I...

Thanks Unterhausen for the trial account , I haven't had a chance to log in and look at the training you shared, but will do that and let you know if I have any questions.

Machka, thanks for...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
02-08-18, 11:21 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 8,581
Posted By Flounce

ThermionicScott, I am a diagnostic radiologist...

ThermionicScott, I am a diagnostic radiologist and do some administrative work, so-called Physician in Charge of CT, MRI, and Ultrasound.
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
02-08-18, 02:54 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 8,581
Posted By Flounce

Thanks, and sure, I'd be interested in the...

Thanks, and sure, I'd be interested in the weekend training plan you used.
Forum: Southern California
02-07-18, 10:08 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,165
Posted By Flounce

Thanks, I live in Irvine and so the segment from...

Thanks, I live in Irvine and so the segment from Irvine to Anaheim area is my backyard.

I'm more interested in knowing if the route toward the west of the hills - through Diamond Bar - is more or...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
02-07-18, 08:59 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 8,581
Posted By Flounce

My wife homeschools the four kids and then takes...

My wife homeschools the four kids and then takes them around to all their sports and extracurriculars in the evenings, so even though she doesn't have job other than homemaker, she works quite a bit...
Forum: Southern California
02-07-18, 06:46 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,165
Posted By Flounce

Best route for road bike: Irvine to Rancho Cucamonga ? Need help creating a route

I'm riding from Irvine to Upland, and when I use googlemaps or RWGPS, it routes me through Lower Aliso Canyon Trail, which appears to be a dirt path i.e. not for my road bike. Can someone confirm...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
02-07-18, 06:23 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 8,581
Posted By Flounce

I guess I will try it out and see how I do....

I guess I will try it out and see how I do. Appreciate the comments.

I'm supposed to start helping with some of the kids in the morning 6:00-7:30am, i.e. before work, and that cuts into the time...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
02-07-18, 12:20 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 8,581
Posted By Flounce

Thanks, I have a trainer set up, but hard to find...

Thanks, I have a trainer set up, but hard to find time even for that. Maybe some intervals once mid-week.
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
02-07-18, 11:20 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 8,581
Posted By Flounce

You think this brevet training plan would work for SR ?

Ive done 200 and 300 km brevets without issue and hope to do SR series and a 1200km this year.

Being a physician with four young children, my responsibility have increased as the kids get older...
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