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Forum: Road Cycling
05-11-24, 09:58 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 59
Posted By datlas

Good question. My understanding is max pressure...

Good question. My understanding is max pressure is primarily a TIRE spec more so than a rim spec, although of course both can contribute to a blowout failure. I suspect you are probably ok running...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-11-24, 09:07 PM
Replies: 2,507
Views: 53,414
Posted By datlas

We got Mexican street food for dinner. So...

We got Mexican street food for dinner.

So authentic you have to order en Español. Es bueno..
Forum: Road Cycling
05-11-24, 01:31 PM
Replies: 2,507
Views: 53,414
Posted By datlas

If you see my Strava you will see pic of store...

If you see my Strava you will see pic of store called Erewhon. I have never been inside, but I am told it makes Whole Foods look like a proletariat place in comparison.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-11-24, 01:15 PM
Replies: 2,507
Views: 53,414
Posted By datlas

My iPhone says 12 000 steps so far today. I...

My iPhone says 12 000 steps so far today. I suppose more is better, but whether the goal should be 5000 or 10000 or more probably depends on the person. A one-size-fits-all goal is usually foolish...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-11-24, 12:44 PM
Replies: 2,507
Views: 53,414
Posted By datlas

Not mine. We walked all the way to Culver...

Not mine.

We walked all the way to Culver City and there was a serious car show going on. Lots of classic cars but not a single Saturn.

More pics on my Strava feed but here are a couple...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-11-24, 11:29 AM
Replies: 2,507
Views: 53,414
Posted By datlas

Nope. I have not done that and only Strava-ing...

Nope. I have not done that and only Strava-ing current walk which is in progress. I am taking a rest while Mrs datlas browses at the furniture place. I consider it my husbandly duty.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-11-24, 11:27 AM
Replies: 2,507
Views: 53,414
Posted By datlas

Preview of scenic LA walk: ...

Preview of scenic LA walk:

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_0228_8063db1411730349476f6bd09f2568d5e43c5ff1.jpeg...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-11-24, 10:42 AM
Replies: 2,507
Views: 53,414
Posted By datlas

We are doing a bunch of walking. Cue up...

We are doing a bunch of walking.

Cue up missing persons:

https://youtu.be/80WyBxo0Hto?si=tG_CFPgcpFKhlsRH
Forum: Road Cycling
05-11-24, 10:38 AM
Replies: 2,507
Views: 53,414
Posted By datlas

Fun fact: we are supposed to say STI not STD. ...

Fun fact: we are supposed to say STI not STD. Sexually Transmitted INFECTION as “disease” is thought to be pejorative and/or judgmental.

Of course on BF STI means brifters so that could be...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-11-24, 10:25 AM
Replies: 2,507
Views: 53,414
Posted By datlas

OP is quite a character.

OP is quite a character.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-11-24, 09:46 AM
Replies: 2,507
Views: 53,414
Posted By datlas

Graduation update. Heidi did go to graduation. ...

Graduation update. Heidi did go to graduation. It was 2 hours. Immediately after she went to pieces with 2+ hours of crying/sobbing. I do hope it was cathartic, the past week has been really...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-10-24, 01:38 PM
Replies: 2,507
Views: 53,414
Posted By datlas

I wanted to skip my undergrad graduation as I was...

I wanted to skip my undergrad graduation as I was quite disaffected at the time, but went as a concession to my parents. I suspect Heidi is doing something similar.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-10-24, 01:31 PM
Replies: 2,507
Views: 53,414
Posted By datlas

Confirmed cap/gown at ceremony. There is a...

Confirmed cap/gown at ceremony. There is a reception after but because of her suspension she cannot attend. Sigh.

Will post pics later.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-10-24, 12:25 PM
Replies: 2,507
Views: 53,414
Posted By datlas

I suspect so, but will find out for sure in a few...

I suspect so, but will find out for sure in a few hours.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-10-24, 11:38 AM
Replies: 2,507
Views: 53,414
Posted By datlas

Graduation is later today. Heidi did come to...

Graduation is later today. Heidi did come to visit us at our AirBnB yesterday so here is a pic of the graduate:
...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-10-24, 07:41 AM
Replies: 2,507
Views: 53,414
Posted By datlas

Today is graduation day at USC. Heidi is allowed...

Today is graduation day at USC. Heidi is allowed to the ceremony but she will not be awarded her degree yet. We have to wait for administration to address these silly charges against her and we have...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-08-24, 02:28 PM
Replies: 2,507
Views: 53,414
Posted By datlas

Update: the suspended students are allowed to...

Update: the suspended students are allowed to “walk” for graduation. There are still unresolved issues regarding the suspension so we shall see. Issue is Heidi is so overwrought about the past few...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-08-24, 01:49 PM
Replies: 2,507
Views: 53,414
Posted By datlas

We are heading to LAX. Waiting at gate at PHL. ...

We are heading to LAX. Waiting at gate at PHL.

We are flying Spirit, which seems to be the Saturn of airlines.

Supposedly getting an update on our daughter’s status at USC at 1PM PDT. Stay...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-07-24, 11:06 AM
Replies: 2,507
Views: 53,414
Posted By datlas

I think so. She told me last week she had a few...

I think so. She told me last week she had a few minor loose ends to finish up but sounds like 98% done. Graduation is supposedly on Friday.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-07-24, 07:29 AM
Replies: 2,507
Views: 53,414
Posted By datlas

I hope so but unknown. Stay tuned.

I hope so but unknown.

Stay tuned.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-07-24, 06:09 AM
Replies: 2,507
Views: 53,414
Posted By datlas

I called them yesterday and they hid behind the...

I called them yesterday and they hid behind the barrier of "Student Confidentiality" so we will have to stand by and see what pans out. Poor Heidi is very upset and angry about the whole thing and...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-07-24, 03:34 AM
Replies: 2,507
Views: 53,414
Posted By datlas

I don’t believe she broke school rules. They say...

I don’t believe she broke school rules. They say she brought some wood onto campus that was used to make some barriers used by the protesters. I suppose that is providing material support to those...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-06-24, 06:11 PM
Replies: 2,507
Views: 53,414
Posted By datlas

She was NOT arrested. I believe campus security...

She was NOT arrested. I believe campus security must have identified her somehow.

She has filed an appeal so fingers crossed they might reverse this but idk. Even if they do, she is so upset she...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-06-24, 05:12 PM
Replies: 2,507
Views: 53,414
Posted By datlas

So we are planning to head to LA for Heidi’s...

So we are planning to head to LA for Heidi’s graduation but we just got news she has been suspended from USC for participating in the recent protest. She did nothing violent but the administration...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-05-24, 06:49 PM
Replies: 2,507
Views: 53,414
Posted By datlas

Dougs don’t like filters? :innocent:

Dougs don’t like filters? :innocent:
Forum: Road Cycling
05-05-24, 09:54 AM
Replies: 2,507
Views: 53,414
Posted By datlas

I love riding with a small cohesive group of...

I love riding with a small cohesive group of friends. We trust each other, know each other’s quirks, and share the work and the joy. On the other hand, riding with a group of disparate riders with...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-05-24, 06:37 AM
Replies: 2,507
Views: 53,414
Posted By datlas

Watching the Giro it looks like the pros are...

Watching the Giro it looks like the pros are quite good at on-the-bike nature breaks. I wonder if there is an online tutorial on best technique. I am guessing YouTube is NOT going to show this.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-05-24, 06:25 AM
Replies: 2,507
Views: 53,414
Posted By datlas

It’s a cold and rainy morning. I am being lazy...

It’s a cold and rainy morning. I am being lazy and watching the Giro.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-04-24, 04:56 PM
Replies: 2,507
Views: 53,414
Posted By datlas

I use the free version but only to track rides. ...

I use the free version but only to track rides. I cannot comment if routes are only in premium version but would not surprise me.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-04-24, 03:28 PM
Replies: 2,507
Views: 53,414
Posted By datlas

So are you are saying it’s more popular?

So are you are saying it’s more popular?
Forum: Road Cycling
05-04-24, 03:17 PM
Replies: 2,507
Views: 53,414
Posted By datlas

I am familiar with this class of medicines, yes.

I am familiar with this class of medicines, yes.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-04-24, 03:16 PM
Replies: 2,507
Views: 53,414
Posted By datlas

I watched the Giro. Won’t spoil. But it...

I watched the Giro. Won’t spoil.

But it does look like Dan Lloyd is using Silca Super Secret Wax in his hair.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-04-24, 12:50 PM
Replies: 2,507
Views: 53,414
Posted By datlas

On today’s ride one of the guys broke his saddle...

On today’s ride one of the guys broke his saddle (not sure of brand but the center is almost entirely missing and the two halves are joined at the nose and at the back), at the back. I told him he...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-04-24, 10:46 AM
Replies: 2,507
Views: 53,414
Posted By datlas

We did not quite beat the rain. The first half...

We did not quite beat the rain. The first half of the ride was cloudy but dry. The second half had light and intermittent sprinkles, we never got soaked but the roads were wet which slowed down...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-04-24, 05:50 AM
Replies: 2,507
Views: 53,414
Posted By datlas

Time to ride. We are going to try to beat the...

Time to ride. We are going to try to beat the rain which is expected around noon.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-04-24, 05:47 AM
Replies: 2,507
Views: 53,414
Posted By datlas

Phillies in first place? Inconceivable!

Phillies in first place?

Inconceivable!
Forum: Road Cycling
05-04-24, 05:47 AM
Replies: 2,507
Views: 53,414
Posted By datlas

At least we can say cocky. He said cocky. ...

At least we can say cocky.

He said cocky. Hehehehehehe.

#beavisandbutthead
Forum: Road Cycling
05-04-24, 04:58 AM
Replies: 2,507
Views: 53,414
Posted By datlas

Great, kid. Don’t get cocky!

Great, kid. Don’t get cocky!
Forum: Road Cycling
05-04-24, 04:18 AM
Replies: 2,507
Views: 53,414
Posted By datlas

I did not check per se, but the beta blockers...

I did not check per se, but the beta blockers reduce HR and are going to reduce maximum exercise capacity and thus inhibit performance on the bike, and the others are sedatives in some way and should...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-04-24, 04:15 AM
Replies: 2,507
Views: 53,414
Posted By datlas

I am aware they can spread. Hence the fence.

I am aware they can spread. Hence the fence.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-03-24, 06:05 PM
Replies: 2,507
Views: 53,414
Posted By datlas

FYI there are medicines to reduce hand tremors...

FYI there are medicines to reduce hand tremors (like nonselective beta blockers, certain seizure medicines and benzodiazepines) but I do not recommend them. They are actually banned as PED’s in...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-03-24, 04:46 PM
Replies: 2,507
Views: 53,414
Posted By datlas

Garden update: my sunchokes (I planted a bunch of...

Garden update: my sunchokes (I planted a bunch of tubers in the fall) are growing!
...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-03-24, 01:40 PM
Replies: 2,507
Views: 53,414
Posted By datlas

We had a good ride today. There was a lot of...

We had a good ride today. There was a lot of climbing. My bike weight did not matter much. Actually, I had the heaviest bike but was still the first one up most of the climbs.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-02-24, 07:11 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 2,145
Posted By datlas

Bike weight matters much less than most people...

Bike weight matters much less than most people think.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-01-24, 02:36 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 2,577
Posted By datlas

There are calculators online that you can plug in...

There are calculators online that you can plug in rolling resistance and drag coefficients to actually give an answer.

But the truth is your speed increase for the same effort will be only a...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-01-24, 05:02 AM
Replies: 2,507
Views: 53,414
Posted By datlas

Gracias.

Gracias.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-01-24, 03:51 AM
Replies: 2,507
Views: 53,414
Posted By datlas

What was censored? Hookers??

What was censored? Hookers??
Forum: Road Cycling
04-29-24, 06:22 PM
Replies: 2,507
Views: 53,414
Posted By datlas

Only 90F here. Still kinda hot.

Only 90F here. Still kinda hot.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-28-24, 07:05 PM
Replies: 2,507
Views: 53,414
Posted By datlas

Yes Shake Shack. Love Shack pics/action are...

Yes Shake Shack.

Love Shack pics/action are NSFW.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-28-24, 06:34 PM
Replies: 2,507
Views: 53,414
Posted By datlas

Dinner date at Shake Shack. The beer is...

Dinner date at Shake Shack. The beer is apparently made for the occasion/location.
...
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