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Forum: Southwest
12-07-21, 09:06 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,238
Posted By Rider51

Thanks for all the responses. My riding will all...

Thanks for all the responses. My riding will all be on a mountain bike when there.
:backpedal:
Forum: Southwest
12-05-21, 11:23 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,238
Posted By Rider51

AZ & NM in December?

I'll be passing through both New Mexico, then Arizona for several weeks in late December into January. I'm curious what the riding is like in these areas? I consider myself an intermediate XC rider,...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
06-29-21, 07:17 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 16,355
Posted By Rider51

Contador claimed tainted meat as well after he...

Contador claimed tainted meat as well after he tested positive for clenbuterol. But the positive test was very, very, very likely because he used it to help keep or get the last bits of weight off in...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-28-21, 07:12 AM
Replies: 321
Views: 19,624
Posted By Rider51

I used to be anti e-bike, for all the same...

I used to be anti e-bike, for all the same reasons as everyone else. Then, I got a job in a bike shop during the pandemic, and decided to open my eyes. E-bikes weren't what I thought, and when I...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
06-27-21, 09:15 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,751
Posted By Rider51

I moved to New England, for varying reasons, but...

I moved to New England, for varying reasons, but despite our (moderate) humidity, I never missed the waves of heat that would scorch the Wilamette Valley every few years. But I never envisioned it...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-19-19, 06:55 PM
Replies: 6,256
Views: 568,435
Posted By Rider51

26 miles, 3,100’ elevation gain on the MTB. ...

26 miles, 3,100’ elevation gain on the MTB. Oooof!

(Tour de Lyme, btw)
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-01-19, 03:37 PM
Replies: 27,136
Views: 3,124,978
Posted By Rider51

Hammered out my first double century, felt great....

Hammered out my first double century, felt great.

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/564x423/1fd39daa05299f2665bb3579ea9d94c0_71581dbe479b92d212c5aefc5655f52fe24db0db.jpg
...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-18-19, 09:38 AM
Replies: 5,347
Views: 846,026
Posted By Rider51

I envy you people out in California about now....

I envy you people out in California about now. Here's what my world looked like this weekend. Of course come wildfire season out there I'm sure I'll be singing a different tune. I also can ride to...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-03-18, 12:47 AM
Replies: 27,136
Views: 3,124,978
Posted By Rider51

Managed to complete a bucket list climb. Mt....

Managed to complete a bucket list climb. Mt. Baker, Route 542 in the North Cascades of Washington, solo. I had been here some 20 years ago to go hiking, but didn't remember it well. So I drove this...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-06-17, 05:45 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 975
Posted By Rider51

Agree with the CamelBak lids, really nice.

Agree with the CamelBak lids, really nice.
Forum: Winter Cycling
09-27-17, 08:43 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 85,605
Posted By Rider51

Love the site. Thanks for sharing. One of...

Love the site. Thanks for sharing.

One of my favorite adages came from a friend with Danish heritage. He said this phrase originated there, though he wasn't sure:

"Ride into the winter, and...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-27-17, 08:30 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,559
Posted By Rider51

As the old saying goes, you'll attract more bees...

As the old saying goes, you'll attract more bees with honey than vinegar.
Forum: Commuting
09-25-17, 03:04 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 10,912
Posted By Rider51

Taking a trip with the bike to Arizona this...

Taking a trip with the bike to Arizona this winter.

Must. Happen.
Forum: Pacific Northwest
09-25-17, 03:03 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,767
Posted By Rider51

Yes. The short sunny season is over (it was...

Yes. The short sunny season is over (it was mostly smoke filled with forest fires anyway). Now begins a solid six plus months of gray skies, drizzle, and 39 degree temps.

Love it or...stay where...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
09-25-17, 01:58 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,354
Posted By Rider51

I own my house in Portland and rent it out. It...

I own my house in Portland and rent it out. It falls into that "under $500k" category, and I'm shocked what it's reportedly worth. Double what I paid for it a dozen years ago. But I don't know what...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-15-17, 12:15 PM
Replies: 5,347
Views: 846,026
Posted By Rider51

From my trip to Rainier National Park, planned...

From my trip to Rainier National Park, planned for over a year. Just look at how spectacular the mountain is towering above the hills in the background. Wait, you can't even see it, a 14,000'...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-15-17, 10:16 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 5,255
Posted By Rider51

More honest answer than last time - used easier...

More honest answer than last time - used easier gears earlier on.

I'm a spinner by nature, but back in the 80's-90's there was this stupid notion that we all should man up and use corn cob...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-15-17, 09:41 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 6,276
Posted By Rider51

Two years ago mine was a bit high, as was my...

Two years ago mine was a bit high, as was my blood sugar, and weight, and I was diagnosed by my doctor as being fat.

That was enough motivation to get back into riding more seriously, and I've...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-15-17, 09:31 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,469
Posted By Rider51

Inspiring! Love Elocs' post as well. Any riding...

Inspiring! Love Elocs' post as well. Any riding is good riding.

My best riding buddy is two years shy of 60, and he rides more than he ever did in miles, including a few centuries a year. His...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-15-17, 09:00 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 5,255
Posted By Rider51

Stayed single. Or married a cyclist.

Stayed single.

Or married a cyclist.
Forum: Northeast
09-15-17, 08:55 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,032
Posted By Rider51

Sad, but I'm not completely shocked. CT has a LOT...

Sad, but I'm not completely shocked. CT has a LOT of bike shops. Within the last year Berlin Bike was about to go under, until bought out by Pedal Power.

With the looming autumn, then winter,...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
09-14-17, 01:34 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,858
Posted By Rider51

Tried riding a week ago in Rainier National Park....

Tried riding a week ago in Rainier National Park. The air quality was bad, and we never saw the mountain at all, from anywhere. We rode up Cayuse Pass, right before they closed it. Two other riders...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
09-14-17, 01:24 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 880
Posted By Rider51

118,000 acres, that's pretty big. Massive...

118,000 acres, that's pretty big.

Massive Chetco Bar fire in SW Oregon is down to 185,000 acres, after peaking near 350,000. Unfortunately, numerous other fires continue to blanket the area.
Forum: Pacific Northwest
09-12-17, 11:51 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,354
Posted By Rider51

The last time I rode the Bridge Pedal, it was...

The last time I rode the Bridge Pedal, it was more of a Bridge Push due to the astounding number of people that had signed up. And I purposefully chose the earliest option in order to avoid that....
Forum: Pacific Northwest
09-06-17, 10:44 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,977
Posted By Rider51

Wednesday, morning update - I was completely...

Wednesday, morning update - I was completely wrong about the coast. I would say the entire coastline is almost as bad as the rest of the western state of Oregon, and Washington too. Just looking at...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
09-05-17, 08:02 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,977
Posted By Rider51

Even more large wildfires have popped up. One...

Even more large wildfires have popped up. One near Crystal Mountain in WA came on so fast the area was evacuated overnight. Now both Chinook Pass, and Cayuse Pass are closed entirely. Another in...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
09-04-17, 10:58 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,977
Posted By Rider51

I just flew over this area two days ago and there...

I just flew over this area two days ago and there is a very thick haze stretching for many, many square miles right over this area. Even if you head to the coast, you're going to want to avoid going...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-28-17, 07:57 AM
Replies: 557
Views: 203,554
Posted By Rider51

The more I look at these specs on the new...

The more I look at these specs on the new Diverge, the more I wonder if Specialized didn't go too far, or the wrong direction this year. Let me explain.

They lowered the BB, which was noted...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-24-17, 03:02 PM
Replies: 557
Views: 203,554
Posted By Rider51

Are you considering racing this for Cross? ...

Are you considering racing this for Cross?

I'd be curious if anyone here has raced cross on a Diverge, and how it felt. I mean, a pro isn't going to do that, but there are a LOT of people who...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
08-23-17, 09:30 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,212
Posted By Rider51

Glad you're still there! If I do go, I'll...

Glad you're still there! If I do go, I'll definitely ping you, certainly for the hotel. As long as there's a safe place to put my bike, a bed, and running water, I'm fine. Thanks for that link too....
Forum: Pacific Northwest
08-23-17, 06:42 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,354
Posted By Rider51

I moved away from Portland a few years back due...

I moved away from Portland a few years back due to family and career situations, plus the overcrowding and changes in the city was turning me off, but I hope to answer as I'm still from there, lived...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
08-22-17, 05:30 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,212
Posted By Rider51

Hurricane Ridge, 2017 updates?

Bringing this thread back from the crypt, as I didn't want to start a new one, and this has good info in it.

There's a greater than 50% chance I'll be attempting this climb in about two weeks....
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-15-17, 02:44 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,855
Posted By Rider51

Don't forget to repeatedly ask your docs when you...

Don't forget to repeatedly ask your docs when you can get back on your bike. That will cement your being a real cyclist. :thumb:

I still have asphalt embedded in the skin of both elbows from a...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-15-17, 02:39 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,335
Posted By Rider51

You are not alone. I've wanted (at any...

You are not alone.

I've wanted (at any given time) a cross bike, no wait, a gravel bike. No wait, what I really want is an XC carbon MTB. No, that's not right, I want a plus bike, no wait, a fat...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-15-17, 09:02 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,454
Posted By Rider51

The Giant TCX stock saddle is somewhat modeled...

The Giant TCX stock saddle is somewhat modeled after that Fizik style, which really works for some people, and not at all for many people.

Agree with others on bike shorts (plus Chamois butter)...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-15-17, 08:48 AM
Replies: 148
Views: 16,165
Posted By Rider51

Steven Abraham is a very well known and highly...

Steven Abraham is a very well known and highly respected ultra distance cyclist. He's made a few attempts at HAM'R records, and I'm sure his numbers are real.

Believe it or not, for months on end...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-15-17, 08:44 AM
Replies: 148
Views: 16,165
Posted By Rider51

During decent weather I typically ride over 100...

During decent weather I typically ride over 100 miles per week, up to 150. I live in a very lumpy state (CT), where flat stretches of anything are few and far between, but there are no major climbs....
Forum: Northeast
07-24-17, 02:43 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,563
Posted By Rider51

Finger Lakes are better for hiking than cycling I...

Finger Lakes are better for hiking than cycling I think. But it is nice there.

You could probably get to Rickett's Glen and World's End state parks in PA. That area has great hiking, low traffic...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
07-24-17, 02:35 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,844
Posted By Rider51

Well, PERS alone is $22 billion in debt, with...

Well, PERS alone is $22 billion in debt, with that number set to increase. And this is with optimistic investment numbers. One thing I read said the unfunded amount is more like $50b. Just to give...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
07-24-17, 10:26 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,844
Posted By Rider51

Interesting posts. I was most struck by how...

Interesting posts. I was most struck by how regressive the tax is, and how vaguely it could be defined, thus hardly written by those with much cycling knowledge.

I mentioned before that the money...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
07-21-17, 09:00 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,844
Posted By Rider51

Oregon to Tax Cyclists?

I hope this doesn't just turn into a political diatribe that mods (rightfully) lock, but I found it interesting, distressing, that one of the most cycling friendly states would be the first state in...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-19-17, 07:41 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 17,602
Posted By Rider51

Believe it or not, the race, or challenge I...

Believe it or not, the race, or challenge I should say, has gotten so popular that there are now a few days you can ride up it. At least one day for the classic race, which might be two days this...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-06-17, 03:01 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,278
Posted By Rider51

I'm with everyone else. If the Camelbak keeps you...

I'm with everyone else. If the Camelbak keeps you hydrated, go for it. Dehydration is a killer. It can lead to all kinds of things, heat stroke and kidney stones maybe being the worst (aside from...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-06-17, 02:45 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 16,867
Posted By Rider51

I think the E5 comp would be the sweetspot as...

I think the E5 comp would be the sweetspot as well. I have a hunch they are going to sell a lot of those turquoise ones, on color alone.

Know that if you're patient, there's a pretty good chance...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-06-17, 02:33 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 29,897
Posted By Rider51

Curious what the OP decided to do? As an...

Curious what the OP decided to do?

As an FYI, the Diverge is arguably closer to the Giant Revolt, than the Anyroad. In geometry and bike position at least. With the Anyroad being a bit more...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-03-17, 01:57 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 7,850
Posted By Rider51

I'm 5'11" with a 32" inseam, and ride a Giant...

I'm 5'11" with a 32" inseam, and ride a Giant Defy. Their online chart said I would fit a M-L (equiavelent 56), which would fit someone up to 6'. I also tested a Specialized Roubaix in a 56, and a...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-03-17, 01:49 PM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,414,285
Posted By Rider51

Giant Defy Advanced. A bike for all seasons. ...

Giant Defy Advanced. A bike for all seasons.

http://i641.photobucket.com/albums/uu134/zenmachinefilms/Defy%20Seasons_zpskyhc6egr.jpg

A bike worthy of artistic creativity.
...
Forum: Northeast
07-03-17, 01:22 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,195
Posted By Rider51

Thanks for the update. I have ridden this, or at...

Thanks for the update. I have ridden this, or at least part of it, on an endurance road bike with 25s, and didn't have a problem, but I wouldn't recommend that. A gravel grinder or cross bike would...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
07-03-17, 12:56 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,391
Posted By Rider51

I have ridden this exact route, once, and never...

I have ridden this exact route, once, and never will again.

If you leave on a quiet morning from Welches, the traffic isn't that dangerous, but it's still fast on 26. Plus there's usually plenty...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-03-17, 12:38 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 17,602
Posted By Rider51

This. I'm a spinner, and fairly fit. I...

This.

I'm a spinner, and fairly fit. I routinely will pedal my way up gradients less than 9% using a 34x28 or even 34x32 at a high RPM.

I can, and sometimes do, stand and grind a bigger gear...
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