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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-01-20, 04:24 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,048
Posted By TCR Rider

The engine is a thing of beauty as is the...

The engine is a thing of beauty as is the interior. Chapeau to you sir.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-29-20, 09:22 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,048
Posted By TCR Rider

Looks lovingly maintained. Does it drive as good...

Looks lovingly maintained. Does it drive as good as it looks?
Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-20, 08:55 PM
Replies: 21,328
Views: 5,185,541
Posted By TCR Rider

She's a beauty. I would match the seat and bar...

She's a beauty. I would match the seat and bar tape but that's just me. What color is that?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-08-20, 07:08 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 854
Posted By TCR Rider

Actually I did know to release the pedal tension....

Actually I did know to release the pedal tension. I haven't been here for a while but everytime I do I got usefull advice. Just sayin'
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-07-20, 03:56 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 854
Posted By TCR Rider

Update. I flipped the shoe over snugged the front...

Update. I flipped the shoe over snugged the front bolt and was able to put pressure on the tabs on the rear of the cleat forward and twist it away from the bike. Bingo it clipped out. Thanks for...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-06-20, 02:52 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 854
Posted By TCR Rider

Thanks for the replys. I only have access to the...

Thanks for the replys. I only have access to the screw in the front of the cleat. The two in the rear are loose so I can't get enough torque to unclip them and I can't get at them. I failed to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-06-20, 11:48 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 854
Posted By TCR Rider

Cleat Stuck In Pedal

I was trying out a new pair of shoes and obviously hadn't tightened the cleat properly. As I was pedaling the screws in the shoe loosened and now I can't get the cleat off the pedal. I haven't been...
Forum: Adaptive Cycling: Handcycles, Amputee Adaptation, Visual Impairment, and Other Needs
02-01-20, 10:01 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,238
Posted By TCR Rider

I thought there was another reply but it appears...

I thought there was another reply but it appears to be spam.
I will, however, post an update I decided to bite the bullet and have a custom pair made with Rocket7. I sent them the molds a couple of...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-19-20, 07:07 PM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,402,228
Posted By TCR Rider

I hope you don't leave that Doggie outside while...

I hope you don't leave that Doggie outside while you go in the store.🙄
Forum: Adaptive Cycling: Handcycles, Amputee Adaptation, Visual Impairment, and Other Needs
01-04-20, 12:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,238
Posted By TCR Rider

I think I have a pair of shoes with plastic soles...

I think I have a pair of shoes with plastic soles somewhere. Sounds like something worth trying. I just wonder if the nut used to hold the bolt might cause a raised spot under the liner.
Thanks for...
Forum: Adaptive Cycling: Handcycles, Amputee Adaptation, Visual Impairment, and Other Needs
01-03-20, 05:39 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,238
Posted By TCR Rider

Shoe modification regarding cleat placement

Greetings. I'm working on returning to cycling, indoor for the foreseeable future, after recovering from Sepsis. I've had partial amputations of both feet. The toes on the left and a Lisfranc...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-29-19, 07:25 AM
Replies: 3,116
Views: 533,580
Posted By TCR Rider

Now that looks like a wonderful place to ride.

Now that looks like a wonderful place to ride.
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-28-18, 04:09 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 5,587
Posted By TCR Rider

Not really the same thing all the earlier flat...

Not really the same thing all the earlier flat stages don't have champagne toasts or team photo ops but I see your point.
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-28-18, 03:44 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 5,587
Posted By TCR Rider

I was just wondering when was the last time if...

I was just wondering when was the last time if ever the Yellow Jersey was contested on the Champs. Aside from the sprint I only remember the last stage as ceremonial.
Forum: Pills and Ills
07-24-18, 05:21 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 857
Posted By TCR Rider

One possible cause of your problem could be a...

One possible cause of your problem could be a muscle imbalance or weakness in the muscles around the knee.Many times the Vastus Medialis, which is the portion of the quad on the medial side of the...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-22-18, 05:43 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 5,587
Posted By TCR Rider

IIRC a while back, I don't remember who was...

IIRC a while back, I don't remember who was involved or which race it was, a former teammate of a rider who was then on a different team gave his wheel to the former teammate. This is where it...
Forum: Pills and Ills
06-25-18, 12:05 PM
Replies: 129
Views: 23,244
Posted By TCR Rider

I have noticed that doctors are very reluctant to...

I have noticed that doctors are very reluctant to prescribe pain meds whereas in the past when you had an operation there was a much higher priority placed on pain relief. I've had numerous...
Forum: Pills and Ills
06-22-18, 06:04 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,772
Posted By TCR Rider

I've had two epidural injections and two facet...

I've had two epidural injections and two facet joint injections with the second facet joint injection yesterday. This is the first injection that gave me any relief so far but I'm still having pain...
Forum: Pills and Ills
06-14-18, 11:41 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,772
Posted By TCR Rider

Good to hear about your flexibility as that was a...

Good to hear about your flexibility as that was a big concern to me. I still want to ride my road bike and was worried that I'd have to go to flat bars. I really plan on continuing to do as much...
Forum: Pills and Ills
06-14-18, 11:29 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,772
Posted By TCR Rider

It does take time to recover especially when...

It does take time to recover especially when nerves are involved. Good luck with your rehab.
Forum: Pills and Ills
06-13-18, 05:05 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,772
Posted By TCR Rider

Sorry to hear about your difficulties. I plan to...

Sorry to hear about your difficulties. I plan to submit to the surgery when I run out of conservative options. I'm just tired of living in pain. Next week I'm having a Radio Frequency Denervation...
Forum: Pills and Ills
06-13-18, 04:12 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,772
Posted By TCR Rider

Everyone tells me to keep riding as well. How did...

Everyone tells me to keep riding as well. How did your fusion go? The surgeon I spoke to said the fix would be a fusion of L4/L5 but the surgery is a bear and involves a 6 month recovery and a...
Forum: Pills and Ills
06-13-18, 04:05 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,772
Posted By TCR Rider

I stretch in the morning and after every ride,...

I stretch in the morning and after every ride, mostly AI stretching. At this point I'm trying everything I can come up with. I recently started using the Melt Method as well. Everything seems to help...
Forum: Pills and Ills
06-13-18, 02:59 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,772
Posted By TCR Rider

Am I doing more harm than good? Back issue

For the past four months I've been dealing with back issues. Stenosis, herniated disc and arthritis. I've been trying to work through it and avoid surgery. Physical Therapy, yoga, massage,...
Forum: Pills and Ills
04-30-18, 08:48 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,430
Posted By TCR Rider

Have you been going to PT or doing specific core,...

Have you been going to PT or doing specific core, back and hip exercises since you had the injection? I plan on continuing PT and exercises after the epidural. My thinking is if the pain is reduced...
Forum: Pills and Ills
04-29-18, 09:03 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,430
Posted By TCR Rider

If you don't mind my asking how long ago did you...

If you don't mind my asking how long ago did you have the epidural. I've been diagnosed with a herniated disc and some stenosis. I've been going to PT for about a month with no relief. At this point...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-21-18, 08:40 PM
Replies: 180
Views: 20,361
Posted By TCR Rider

Big Loop for me. I even managed to PR the Epic...

Big Loop for me. I even managed to PR the Epic KOM. Not in a time I would write home about but a PR is a PR :thumb:
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-17-18, 09:13 AM
Replies: 180
Views: 20,361
Posted By TCR Rider

Enjoy the grind. Have fun with the sisters :thumb:

Enjoy the grind. Have fun with the sisters :thumb:
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-16-18, 06:59 PM
Replies: 180
Views: 20,361
Posted By TCR Rider

Are you doing the Grand, Medio, or Baby Fondo?...

Are you doing the Grand, Medio, or Baby Fondo? I've ridden the last 3 Medios but I think I'm taking a pass on this one. I did ride the Mega Pretzel when it was first released but truth be told I...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
03-11-18, 07:01 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 6,180
Posted By TCR Rider

I run an HDMI wire from my laptop to the home...

I run an HDMI wire from my laptop to the home theater. A bit clunky but it works great. I generally watch the replays and am able to move ahead or back as I wish.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-01-18, 09:56 PM
Replies: 180
Views: 20,361
Posted By TCR Rider

If you really want to torch some calories try...

If you really want to torch some calories try riding the Mega Pretzel on Watopia. Works out to over 65 miles and over 4500 feet of climbing. I know it's virtual riding but I can assure you the pain...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-25-18, 08:06 PM
Replies: 180
Views: 20,361
Posted By TCR Rider

Yes I did. 2 hours on Zwift Road to Ruins and...

Yes I did. 2 hours on Zwift Road to Ruins and Volcano combo. I have to say Zwift really keeps the boredom at bay.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
02-14-18, 09:03 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 9,755
Posted By TCR Rider

I'm sure that's already been done :p

I'm sure that's already been done :p
Forum: Training & Nutrition
02-12-18, 08:25 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,250
Posted By TCR Rider

Kettlebells give an outstanding workout but...

Kettlebells give an outstanding workout but proper form is key. Most movements are powered from the hips with bent knees. You could really injure your back if you start a swing from the waist and try...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-04-18, 10:39 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,999
Posted By TCR Rider

I do some Active Isolated stretching after every...

I do some Active Isolated stretching after every ride. A habit carried over from my marathon running days. I've had a knee and hip replacement as well as a pelvic fracture and shoulder surgery and...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-27-18, 06:20 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,823
Posted By TCR Rider

Hurts so good!:-)

Hurts so good!:-)
Forum: Training & Nutrition
01-26-18, 03:44 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 9,755
Posted By TCR Rider

Personally I just try and do the best I can and...

Personally I just try and do the best I can and leave it at that. I haven't raced but I know that weight doping is rampant. What a joke. I did a fondo a week ago on Zwift and I heard, I don't know if...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-25-18, 06:44 PM
Replies: 21,328
Views: 5,185,541
Posted By TCR Rider

I just pulled the trigger on a dual sided DA...

I just pulled the trigger on a dual sided DA Stages power meter.
Forum: Pills and Ills
01-25-18, 06:23 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,521
Posted By TCR Rider

I did an HIT interval workout today. I died 6...

I did an HIT interval workout today. I died 6 times.........almost.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-21-18, 05:35 PM
Replies: 180
Views: 20,361
Posted By TCR Rider

I agree and I only did the Medio:o Glad I swapped...

I agree and I only did the Medio:o Glad I swapped out my cassette from a 12-25 to a 12-28 on Friday.:p
Forum: Road Cycling
01-18-18, 11:45 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 6,414
Posted By TCR Rider

You're probably right. I do have a tendency to...

You're probably right. I do have a tendency to over complicate things.:foo:
I do know that if I don't go to a compact crank the 11 will rarely if ever get used.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-18-18, 11:28 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 6,414
Posted By TCR Rider

I thought about that. I plan on taking the lock...

I thought about that. I plan on taking the lock ring and the 12 along with the 16 from a 12-25 and use them with the 11-28 I ordered. Both cassettes are Ultegra 6700 so I assumed that would be a...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-17-18, 10:14 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 6,414
Posted By TCR Rider

Good advice. Unfortunately rear der is not a mid...

Good advice. Unfortunately rear der is not a mid cage but well worth looking into. Thanks.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-17-18, 10:08 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 6,414
Posted By TCR Rider

I currently live in a relatively flat area so no...

I currently live in a relatively flat area so no epic climbs just a lot of rollers. That's a big part of the reason I use Zwift to get in some climbing, albeit simulated. I do plan on relocating out...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-17-18, 09:52 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 6,414
Posted By TCR Rider

Snippy, snippy, snippy. Of course you are correct...

Snippy, snippy, snippy. Of course you are correct but at least in this case it's an interactive screen which does a far better job of providing a good workout than sitting on a dumb trainer and...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-17-18, 06:53 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 6,414
Posted By TCR Rider

Tell me something I didn't know. Yes resetting...

Tell me something I didn't know. Yes resetting the trainer difficulty affects all aspects of the feel on the trainer. This defeats the purpose of using the trainer to prepare for riding in the real...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-15-18, 08:29 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 6,414
Posted By TCR Rider

That's an interesting suggestion. My first choice...

That's an interesting suggestion. My first choice of cassette was 12-28 but I couldn't find that option in a 10 speed. I have a 12-28 11 speed on my other bike. I never considered dropping to a 48...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-13-18, 06:08 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 6,414
Posted By TCR Rider

My outdoor bike has DA Di2 11 speed with the...

My outdoor bike has DA Di2 11 speed with the gearing I am looking at putting on the trainer ride. 50-34 with 12-28. That's as close as I can get to the outdoor bike without upgrading to an 11 speed...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-13-18, 05:58 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 6,414
Posted By TCR Rider

Not to necessarily make it easier, I can get up...

Not to necessarily make it easier, I can get up all the climbs in Zwift with the 36-25 combo, but to be able to do it at a higher cadence instead of grinding it out at 65 rpms. I hope that clarifies...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-13-18, 10:53 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 6,414
Posted By TCR Rider

I'm not overly concerned with spinning out on...

I'm not overly concerned with spinning out on descents just climbing for the moment. I'm still coming back from a knee replacement so my normally piddly wattage output is further compromised while I...
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