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04-15-24, 08:39 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 676
Posted By SpeedyBlueBiker

I prefer a brand that makes a full reader lens...

I prefer a brand that makes a full reader lens instead of the too small panel at the bottom of the lens. It makes it easier to read the items I have attached to the stem without having to tilt my...
04-15-24, 08:18 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 2,163
Posted By SpeedyBlueBiker

I'd also like to add to my earlier post (#30)...

I'd also like to add to my earlier post (#30) that I almost always buy when on sale. Therefore, none of my kit will match.
04-15-24, 08:05 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 2,143
Posted By SpeedyBlueBiker

Never ran over a snake in the US but have run...

Never ran over a snake in the US but have run over plenty of them in Thailand. They were mostly boas or pythons. There are cobras and other deadly snakes but have never seen them while on my bike....
04-15-24, 04:54 PM
Replies: 6,107
Views: 555,977
Posted By SpeedyBlueBiker

Nice photo of your boat out on the end of the...

Nice photo of your boat out on the end of the dock. You know, if you built a larger dock in front of your house across the water you could just moor your boat closer to your house!
04-12-24, 09:57 PM
Replies: 6,107
Views: 555,977
Posted By SpeedyBlueBiker

My first ride back in the US today. Quite the...

My first ride back in the US today. Quite the shock to the system going from the upper 90's and low 100's and very humid to some very cool (cold?) weather. I rode 28 miles on the Burke-Gilman. It was...
04-09-24, 08:14 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 739
Posted By SpeedyBlueBiker

You need to hold onto 1) some cash, 2) ID, and 3)...

You need to hold onto 1) some cash, 2) ID, and 3) take photos. #2 is kind of optional but definitely do #1 and #3. You can't be too careful these days especially in the scenario you just described.
04-06-24, 06:09 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 497
Posted By SpeedyBlueBiker

I have had it off and on for over 30 years! Mine...

I have had it off and on for over 30 years! Mine is all related to running. Cycling doesn't bother it. Stretching works really well to help relieve it when it comes on. Usually, I would cut back on...
04-02-24, 08:29 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 3,774
Posted By SpeedyBlueBiker

Left the water bottle in the freezer after I had...

Left the water bottle in the freezer after I had left the house. Reached down for it about 20 minutes into my ride and noticed it wasn't there. Then I remembered. It's in the freezer!
04-01-24, 09:09 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 903
Posted By SpeedyBlueBiker

Ha Ha! Just wait until you get into the more...

Ha Ha! Just wait until you get into the more controversial subjects like road bike tire width, Ultegra vs DuraAce, Scram vs Shimano vs Campy, and a whole host of others!!
04-01-24, 09:00 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 2,876
Posted By SpeedyBlueBiker

I have never weighed my road bikes when they are...

I have never weighed my road bikes when they are all kitted out with pedals, under seat bag with basic flat repair kit, two full water bottles plus cages. I probably don't want to know!
03-29-24, 10:04 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 285
Posted By SpeedyBlueBiker

That's great that you're back on the bike!

That's great that you're back on the bike!
03-26-24, 06:50 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,264
Posted By SpeedyBlueBiker

I'd still go with taking it to a professional dry...

I'd still go with taking it to a professional dry cleaner shop. They will know what to do.
03-25-24, 10:25 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 431
Posted By SpeedyBlueBiker

Yes, the names are very subjective. Companies use...

Yes, the names are very subjective. Companies use different terms to give the customer an idea (more confusion?) as what to expect. If they have sizing measurements that will help. If you can contact...
03-25-24, 10:17 AM
Replies: 6,107
Views: 555,977
Posted By SpeedyBlueBiker

Your best for now. I'm sure you will exceed that...

Your best for now. I'm sure you will exceed that distance pretty soon. Just keep at it!
03-22-24, 06:44 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 869
Posted By SpeedyBlueBiker

I use a 5/8" thick 6' cable with a heavy duty...

I use a 5/8" thick 6' cable with a heavy duty padlock. I only use it in my car/SUV which is anchored through one of the seat lock positions when the seat is tilted forward. Bike lays flat but I cover...
03-15-24, 09:45 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,513
Posted By SpeedyBlueBiker

If you are riding a summer century most likely...

If you are riding a summer century most likely the weather will be very warm and/or hot. I would suggest carrying two water bottles with you. At the rest stops make sure to refill them. Good idea to...
03-12-24, 09:37 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,426
Posted By SpeedyBlueBiker

True, but if you're going anywhere further away...

True, but if you're going anywhere further away the F-250 can carry a lot more stuff, including a trailer, and more people and all their crap as well. Plus, in the case you were to get into an...
03-04-24, 03:29 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 536
Posted By SpeedyBlueBiker

My experience is very similar to yours. I found...

My experience is very similar to yours. I found that I could not use a mountain bike helmet with visor when I road my road bike. I did purchase a road helmet which really helped. The mountain bike...
03-02-24, 08:45 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 3,008
Posted By SpeedyBlueBiker

I just refuse to get old! When I'm on my bike I...

I just refuse to get old! When I'm on my bike I feel like I'm just 37. I guess I'll just stay at that age for a few more years as the past 7-8 have been pretty good!
01-30-24, 03:50 PM
Replies: 190
Views: 14,646
Posted By SpeedyBlueBiker

This isn't my video but it is video of a one day...

This isn't my video but it is video of a one day 152 mile ride I participated in during July 2023. Video is about 7:43 long..

RAMROD 2023 on Vimeo (https://vimeo.com/856807935)
01-30-24, 10:37 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 737
Posted By SpeedyBlueBiker

Hi Neighbor! My worst day was three flats on the...

Hi Neighbor! My worst day was three flats on the STP in 2012 between the UW and the Kent food stop which is approximately 25 miles. Two punctures and a pinch flat. Got a new tire there as well as...
01-20-24, 08:25 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 3,464
Posted By SpeedyBlueBiker

Yep! A perfect example of what the bike industry...

Yep! A perfect example of what the bike industry is doing.
01-15-24, 10:01 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 683
Posted By SpeedyBlueBiker

From my time spent in MSR (mountain search &...

From my time spent in MSR (mountain search & rescue) this is pretty good basic list of items to carry. There are a few things I would tweak, like throw in a roll of athletic tape as it is quick and...
01-15-24, 09:48 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 3,231
Posted By SpeedyBlueBiker

I don't really have any need to track stand as I...

I don't really have any need to track stand as I ride on the roads or mtb trails. Hence, I'm not on a velodrome track. It's easier to just unclip and put my foot down and wait like everyone else. ...
01-05-24, 08:53 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 2,715
Posted By SpeedyBlueBiker

Like most of the kids in my neighborhood, we all...

Like most of the kids in my neighborhood, we all had bikes and rode them everywhere! It was how we all got around back in the day. We rode trails and on the streets to get to school. Didn't ride for...
01-04-24, 08:19 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 3,464
Posted By SpeedyBlueBiker

Hydraulic brakes work best for me on both road...

Hydraulic brakes work best for me on both road and mtn bikes. I also like the rim brakes that I have on some of my road bikes.
01-01-24, 01:00 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 861
Posted By SpeedyBlueBiker

I tend to prefer shorts with a gel pad in them. ...

I tend to prefer shorts with a gel pad in them. They seem to last longer and are more durable. Quite comfortable too.
01-01-24, 12:52 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 2,302
Posted By SpeedyBlueBiker

I definitely don't like riding in the cold. ...

I definitely don't like riding in the cold. That's why there are two locations under my name. I'm ok down to about 55F but after that it's not fun. I tend to get a snotty nose that won't stop. ...
12-25-23, 02:12 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 3,547
Posted By SpeedyBlueBiker

Yes, Thailand is 15 hours ahead of the US west...

Yes, Thailand is 15 hours ahead of the US west coast, 12 hours ahead of the US east coast, and 13 hours ahead of Fort Worth, Texas.
12-25-23, 12:59 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 495
Posted By SpeedyBlueBiker

Have you looked into taking your own bike with...

Have you looked into taking your own bike with you? I travel with mine all the time. It's not too hard to do but the only drawback can be what to do with your bike case once you arrive. Sometimes I...
12-25-23, 12:51 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 3,547
Posted By SpeedyBlueBiker

It was! It was cool and not too humid...

It was! It was cool and not too humid (relatively speaking) this morning at 70F when I left the house at 6:45am. Traffic wasn't too bad on my way to the park that I cycle at.
12-25-23, 12:31 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 3,547
Posted By SpeedyBlueBiker

Merry Christmas from Bangkok. I rode 36 miles on...

Merry Christmas from Bangkok. I rode 36 miles on Christmas Day.

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12-25-23, 12:13 AM
Replies: 6,107
Views: 555,977
Posted By SpeedyBlueBiker

Ho-Ho-Ho and Merry Christmas! I went out earlier...

Ho-Ho-Ho and Merry Christmas! I went out earlier this morning on Christmas Day and rode 36 miles. Great way to start the day.
12-22-23, 11:52 PM
Replies: 6,107
Views: 555,977
Posted By SpeedyBlueBiker

A little longer than usual ride today as I did 44...

A little longer than usual ride today as I did 44 miles but being a Saturday morning there was less traffic. Coldest start to the day at 63F since I have been here. It felt nice though. I also did...
12-21-23, 11:47 PM
Replies: 6,107
Views: 555,977
Posted By SpeedyBlueBiker

The eastern part of Bangkok near Rama IX park and...

The eastern part of Bangkok near Rama IX park and Nong Bon.
I'll pass on the unseasonably warm Redmond weather.
Today I put in 31 miles in very chilly and windy weather. Was 67F when I left at...
12-21-23, 01:06 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,913
Posted By SpeedyBlueBiker

I hadn't put more air in my road bike tires for a...

I hadn't put more air in my road bike tires for a month despite riding almost every day. When I put air in my tires, I did notice that they were running lower than I had thought. Rode 35 miles on...
12-21-23, 01:01 AM
Replies: 6,107
Views: 555,977
Posted By SpeedyBlueBiker

Set off Thursday morning at a little before...

Set off Thursday morning at a little before 7:00am for a 35 mile ride. Had a very good ride. It was a bit windy and the morning felt cool at 72F. It looks like "winter" is about to arrive.
12-19-23, 02:31 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 3,547
Posted By SpeedyBlueBiker

I'll be celebrating Christmas this year, like...

I'll be celebrating Christmas this year, like last year, in a country that is roughly 92% Buddhist (Threvada) and the rest mainly Sunni Muslim. There are a few Catholics around but not many and some...
12-18-23, 01:25 AM
Replies: 6,107
Views: 555,977
Posted By SpeedyBlueBiker

Hey, you're shorting yourself a bit much on the...

Hey, you're shorting yourself a bit much on the ride you did. I also rode 55km this morning which works out to about 34.17 miles. Like you, I also forgot my frozen water bottle when I left this...
12-18-23, 01:21 AM
Replies: 6,107
Views: 555,977
Posted By SpeedyBlueBiker

Like rsrob stated earlier, that is a nice looking...

Like rsrob stated earlier, that is a nice looking ride! Got the deets on that one?
12-17-23, 07:03 AM
Replies: 6,107
Views: 555,977
Posted By SpeedyBlueBiker

I only had time for a short, 17 mile ride Sunday...

I only had time for a short, 17 mile ride Sunday morning but it's better than nothing!
12-16-23, 08:27 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,549
Posted By SpeedyBlueBiker

What's wrong with the current seat? I, and many...

What's wrong with the current seat? I, and many others, prefer a seat that has part of it cut out. Works well to relieve pressure off of certain areas of our body that don't need to be in such...
12-16-23, 08:21 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,508
Posted By SpeedyBlueBiker

Personally I would choose either a skull cap or a...

Personally I would choose either a skull cap or a cap that covers the ears to keep them ears warm.
12-15-23, 06:44 AM
Replies: 6,107
Views: 555,977
Posted By SpeedyBlueBiker

Got out Friday morning for 33 miles and back home...

Got out Friday morning for 33 miles and back home by 9:00am. Started out it was 78F and when I returned at 9:00am it was already up to 85F.
12-13-23, 08:28 AM
Replies: 6,107
Views: 555,977
Posted By SpeedyBlueBiker

27 miles on Tuesday morning and 29 miles on...

27 miles on Tuesday morning and 29 miles on Wednesday morning. Still very warm and humid.
12-06-23, 08:41 PM
Replies: 497
Views: 35,343
Posted By SpeedyBlueBiker

Thursday morning in Bangkok, Thailand at Nong Bon...

Thursday morning in Bangkok, Thailand at Nong Bon park. Not a vintage bike though but it is on a pedestrian bridge. ...
12-06-23, 12:42 AM
Replies: 170
Views: 7,421
Posted By SpeedyBlueBiker

I actually counted about 10-12 water monitor...

I actually counted about 10-12 water monitor lizards this morning, Wednesday, on this bicycle path that isn’t used often in eastern Bangkok. This one was eating a dead turtle. ...
12-06-23, 12:21 AM
Replies: 6,107
Views: 555,977
Posted By SpeedyBlueBiker

I only rode 22 miles yesterday but today did 31...

I only rode 22 miles yesterday but today did 31 miles. Still waiting for "winter" to arrive. Out the door at 6:45am both days with temps already at 77F and even higher humidity.
12-03-23, 02:21 AM
Replies: 6,107
Views: 555,977
Posted By SpeedyBlueBiker

Went out at 6:45am this morning and rode 31...

Went out at 6:45am this morning and rode 31 miles. Nice day but very humid.
12-03-23, 02:16 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,913
Posted By SpeedyBlueBiker

I ride on 25mm tires with a psi max of 120. I...

I ride on 25mm tires with a psi max of 120. I generally ride between 105 and 110. I weigh around 190lbs which is down from a year ago at 205.
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