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Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-17-18, 05:41 AM
Replies: 115
Views: 30,036
Posted By FlamsteadHill

[/left] Well that only makes sense, and that's...

[/left]
Well that only makes sense, and that's the way it worked the first half dozen times I used it, other than once or maybe twice that I noticed. Next time I'm near my bike I will connect to it...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-16-18, 02:06 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 6,868
Posted By FlamsteadHill

I have an ELEMNT Mini, and have added my wife as...

I have an ELEMNT Mini, and have added my wife as a Notification, with Notifications set to Automatic. Every time I start a "Ride" (with the ELEMNT) it sends her an email with the live tracking link....
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-16-18, 11:34 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,235
Posted By FlamsteadHill

There were a few short sections where it was a...

There were a few short sections where it was a bit "busy" (by Vermont standards) but for the most part I'd say we saw no more than a dozen to 20 or so cars in an hour (in our direction of travel).
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-16-18, 06:35 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,235
Posted By FlamsteadHill

It happens automatically with Segments in Ride...

It happens automatically with Segments in Ride with GPS and Strava.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-16-18, 06:14 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,235
Posted By FlamsteadHill

Thanks, yes. It's the Point to Point...

Thanks, yes. It's the Point to Point (https://give.thepointtopoint.org/event/point-to-point-powered-by-vsecu/e174381). Used to be the Harpoon P2P but they moved it and renamed it this year. Harpoon...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-13-18, 07:33 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,235
Posted By FlamsteadHill

My first Century

Last year I started riding after a 25 year or so hiatus. I participated in a 50 mile supported ride after about 7 weeks and thought - I bet I could do a full century. I started working towards it,...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-13-18, 06:27 AM
Replies: 115
Views: 30,036
Posted By FlamsteadHill

Yes, I understood that, I couldn't figure out how...

Yes, I understood that, I couldn't figure out how the EM was getting GPS data. Thanks for explaining it.

I did have trouble on my ride over the weekend. At 22 miles in something happened. My wife...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-10-18, 12:56 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 30,036
Posted By FlamsteadHill

I found this thread because I was trying to...

I found this thread because I was trying to verify that I only need my phone with me, turned on and paired to the Mini in order to create a track.

I used to use Ride with GPS (RWGPS) as my only...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-30-17, 06:19 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 6,718
Posted By FlamsteadHill

That's not fair.

That's not fair.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-30-17, 06:19 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 6,718
Posted By FlamsteadHill

I don't "want" to be difficult. However, when...

I don't "want" to be difficult. However, when questionable statements are made, I do tend to question them.




I was referring to cyclists displaying elements of road rage at non-cycling...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-17-17, 06:21 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,437
Posted By FlamsteadHill

Not to say that equipment can't make a...

Not to say that equipment can't make a difference, but as Eddie Merckx said "Don't buy upgrades, ride up grades" (emphasis mine). IOW, the person is more important than the bike.

Get into auto...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-14-17, 04:32 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 6,718
Posted By FlamsteadHill

Finally, someone willing to admit they have a...

Finally, someone willing to admit they have a problem!

You do remember that, the first step to fixing a problem is admitting you have a problem... :D

On a more serious note, I notice that...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-14-17, 04:28 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 6,718
Posted By FlamsteadHill

Very interesting classification. Can we get pics?

Very interesting classification. Can we get pics?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-13-17, 05:20 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 6,718
Posted By FlamsteadHill

Are you saying that cyclists are immune to road...

Are you saying that cyclists are immune to road rage? Certainly not my observation.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-13-17, 05:18 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 6,718
Posted By FlamsteadHill

Driving is a form of locomotion.

Driving is a form of locomotion.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-13-17, 05:16 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 6,718
Posted By FlamsteadHill

Wow. Currently, 3:4 Lifetime, 30:8 (or so)

Wow.

Currently, 3:4
Lifetime, 30:8 (or so)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-13-17, 03:34 PM
Replies: 228
Views: 36,803
Posted By FlamsteadHill

I'm not sure what they're trying to say, but it...

I'm not sure what they're trying to say, but it looks to me like:

Guys ride girls bikes.
Girls ride guys bikes.
[something] rides nothing.
Nobody cares.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-06-17, 07:36 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,437
Posted By FlamsteadHill

The overwhelming advice of the group here is that...

The overwhelming advice of the group here is that throwing money at your "problem" will not solve it. If you care to disregard that advice, that's fine; we don't know you, and when we pass you on the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-06-17, 07:02 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,437
Posted By FlamsteadHill

That seems unlikely. How do you know they are...

That seems unlikely. How do you know they are "weaker" than you? What does that even mean?

I went from a 37# Comfort Hybrid with 50mm tires to a 19# Endurance with 28mm tires. Did it make me...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-01-17, 06:35 PM
Replies: 147
Views: 18,589
Posted By FlamsteadHill

Getting back to the original, actual question,...

Getting back to the original, actual question, Yes, "People DO use [rearview] mirrors".

Not all people, and maybe some use sideview or forwardview.

But yes, there ARE riders who use [rearview]...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-30-17, 06:53 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 7,018
Posted By FlamsteadHill

Just a little more fodder to put in the mix. ...

Just a little more fodder to put in the mix.

I was having numbness issues wearing my running shoes (also Mizuno, which, btw, I had never heard of until I bought some earlier this year).

I...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-26-17, 05:12 PM
Replies: 3,578
Views: 987,821
Posted By FlamsteadHill

You do realize that the first step to recovery is...

You do realize that the first step to recovery is admitting you have a problem. Right? Here is the place. We are all friends. With similar issues. Though maybe not as involved... :lol:

On a more...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-26-17, 04:46 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,088
Posted By FlamsteadHill

The PDK is effectively like an automatic for...

The PDK is effectively like an automatic for stop-and-go. May not be quite as smooth as a traditional torque converter/band auto, but it is perfectly seamless to the driver. Just leave it in Auto,...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-24-17, 11:52 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,088
Posted By FlamsteadHill

I agree it's not about the speed. I may grow to...

I agree it's not about the speed. I may grow to like the 6mt, but I have gotten so that I really like an auto, and having driven an auto that works the way I want it to is rather addicting. One thing...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-23-17, 07:02 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,088
Posted By FlamsteadHill

This. I don't know the technical details,...

This.

I don't know the technical details, but for the layman, I believe it is mostly just a manual transmission that has the clutch and shifting operated by a computer. There is one twist, the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-21-17, 08:02 PM
Replies: 147
Views: 18,589
Posted By FlamsteadHill

What if there is a continuous line? In "leaf...

What if there is a continuous line? In "leaf peeper" season here in VT often you can't see the end. Where do you stop? How many cars will you take the time to count? There must be an end. Or not.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-20-17, 07:04 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,359
Posted By FlamsteadHill

Yup, have a U/V shape that holds the cable in...

Yup, have a U/V shape that holds the cable in place and cuts it like a hot knife through butter. We use them regularly (for legitimate reasons...).
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-20-17, 09:26 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,088
Posted By FlamsteadHill

^ Very nice :D I want a Boxster convertible....

^ Very nice :D

I want a Boxster convertible. I drove the 2017 S with PDK* in Germany. Unfortunately that is waay out of my budget. I've been keeping an eye on a 2006-S with 6 speed and 28k miles....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-19-17, 05:23 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,359
Posted By FlamsteadHill

A couple thoughts. I won't take offense if...

A couple thoughts.

I won't take offense if you don't...

Those "dumb enough" to ride in areas where you can't leave your bike for 5 minutes while you use the WC and get a bite to eat and some...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-19-17, 04:01 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,464
Posted By FlamsteadHill

Did someone say "new bike"? Duh, yes!

Did someone say "new bike"? Duh, yes!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-19-17, 03:39 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 32,692
Posted By FlamsteadHill

Yes, I am aware. But thanks for pointing it out...

Yes, I am aware. But thanks for pointing it out for those who didn't know.

I wish you could do Boolean searches. Or at least "exact phrase"...

Yes, you can Google site:bikeforums.net "exact...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-19-17, 10:11 AM
Replies: 185
Views: 16,957
Posted By FlamsteadHill

Reducing your carbon footprint means reducing the...

Reducing your carbon footprint means reducing the amount of carbon that can or has react(ed) with oxygen, creating CO2. So making some into a permanent fixture such as a bike (whether carbon fiber or...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-18-17, 07:49 PM
Replies: 228
Views: 36,803
Posted By FlamsteadHill

Magnifico!

Magnifico!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-18-17, 11:25 AM
Replies: 185
Views: 16,957
Posted By FlamsteadHill

There is no female version of a Fred. To prove...

There is no female version of a Fred. To prove it, I dare you to call any female bicycler a Fred, then come back and report. If you're able.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-18-17, 11:11 AM
Replies: 185
Views: 16,957
Posted By FlamsteadHill

Clearly those people have not learned their...

Clearly those people have not learned their alphabet :p
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-18-17, 11:01 AM
Replies: 112
Views: 19,340
Posted By FlamsteadHill

Let your moderation be known unto all men....

Let your moderation be known unto all men. Philippians 4:5 (KJV)

Moderation in all things, especially moderation. ― Ralph Waldo Emerson
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-18-17, 10:57 AM
Replies: 147
Views: 18,589
Posted By FlamsteadHill

You mean: Or have crashed and broken...

You mean:


Or have crashed and broken several collarbones.
[/QUOTE]
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-18-17, 06:55 AM
Replies: 107
Views: 11,591
Posted By FlamsteadHill

But you can read or watch TV. Which at least is a...

But you can read or watch TV. Which at least is a dual purpose of your time.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-18-17, 04:14 AM
Replies: 107
Views: 11,591
Posted By FlamsteadHill

I can say that Prime is certainly not consistent....

I can say that Prime is certainly not consistent. Between home and business use we probably get 10 shipments a week from Amazon, almost all Prime. I'd say at least 95% are delivered within the 2...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-17-17, 12:46 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,088
Posted By FlamsteadHill

I live in one of the more rural environments of...

I live in one of the more rural environments of the USA, but it's still not great for legal fun driving.

When we were in Germany earlier this year my son and I both rented Porsches for a day (24...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-17-17, 12:33 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 11,591
Posted By FlamsteadHill

Depending on the item, you can usually get it...

Depending on the item, you can usually get it Overnight for an extra $3.99 per item, which is probably cheaper than the gas to go to the LBS, the value of your time, and the retail add-on.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-16-17, 07:16 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,715
Posted By FlamsteadHill

Gear wise, it sounds like you would not be giving...

Gear wise, it sounds like you would not be giving anything up by going to a more road/endurance bike. But then again, I'm not sure how much you would gain either.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-16-17, 05:58 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,715
Posted By FlamsteadHill

One thing to consider is OVERALL gear ratio. From...

One thing to consider is OVERALL gear ratio. From what I can tell, the Radar is a 29er. Use this link (https://www.sheldonbrown.com/gear-calc.html) (or the one of your choice) to do a real world...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-16-17, 03:54 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 8,992
Posted By FlamsteadHill

If you were at 6/12 and started pedaling 1/12* of...

If you were at 6/12 and started pedaling 1/12* of a second earlier, you would be at the same place at the same time...IOW, not really discernible.

*this assumes your average cadence is 90 RPM and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-16-17, 03:44 PM
Replies: 147
Views: 18,589
Posted By FlamsteadHill

I do nothing, as that don't happen here in the...

I do nothing, as that don't happen here in the boondocks.

But if it were a regular, if infrequent occurrence, I would:

Add a mirror to the other side, or
Turn my head,

depending on how...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-15-17, 09:03 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,715
Posted By FlamsteadHill

I seriously considered the Merit, but there were...

I seriously considered the Merit, but there were none nearby for me to try. One ride on the Domane sold me.

One further thought - like most modern cars, as long as you like the features, the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-15-17, 08:54 PM
Replies: 147
Views: 18,589
Posted By FlamsteadHill

I use a bar end mirror. Rode without one for a...

I use a bar end mirror. Rode without one for a couple months, thought about getting one as I saw a few others with them, and then got into a potentially dangerous situation because I couldn't look...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-15-17, 01:33 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,715
Posted By FlamsteadHill

I'd take a good look at the Trek Domane. SL5 is...

I'd take a good look at the Trek Domane. SL5 is CF/rim at $2k with 105.

You can get the ALR5 aluminum "Gravel" 105/Disc for just under $1800. Comes with cushy 35mm tires.

I've had my SL5 for...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-15-17, 01:20 PM
Replies: 228
Views: 36,803
Posted By FlamsteadHill

What light bulb? I thought it was dark here on...

What light bulb? I thought it was dark here on purpose.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-15-17, 01:17 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,275
Posted By FlamsteadHill

I'd rather ride slower than a walk (if I could)....

I'd rather ride slower than a walk (if I could). Easier on my ego.
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