Bike Forums

Go Back  Bike Forums > Search Forums
Reload this Page >

Search Results

Register
FAQ
Calendar
Search
Today's Posts
Mark Forums Read
Vendor Directory
Notices
 
Page 1 of 2
1
2
Search: Posts Made By: paw888
Showing results 1 to 50 of 90
Search took 0.06 seconds.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-11-13, 08:36 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 894
Posted By paw888

Nice ride BD. I traditionally do a birthday ride...

Nice ride BD. I traditionally do a birthday ride each year as well. Had to do the ride one day early this year, so my "penalty" for not riding on my B-day was to double the miles. 110 miles of...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-01-13, 02:58 PM
Replies: 212
Views: 17,716
Posted By paw888

This ^^- I have three road bikes/three groups -...

This ^^- I have three road bikes/three groups - Shimano Ultegra; Campy Chorus, and SRAM Red. IMHO, Campy is my preference. But hey, that is just me. "They're all good, and they're all different."
Forum: Great Lakes
07-08-13, 11:10 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 878
Posted By paw888

About a month ago, I rode the GD from Madison to...

About a month ago, I rode the GD from Madison to Waukesha. Bridges were still out. I know that does not help today's ride, but please post what you found out.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-06-13, 04:13 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 20,493
Posted By paw888

Its the classic "IAB" position!! (Invisible Aero...

Its the classic "IAB" position!! (Invisible Aero Bars). Much better suited for on the trainer than on the road.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-02-13, 01:14 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 4,846
Posted By paw888

4,747 miles . About 10% of that on my 1980 Trek...

4,747 miles . About 10% of that on my 1980 Trek Single Speed. Missed my goal of 5,000 miles due to back surgery on Oct 30. 60 days after, having recovered very well, am waiting for a break in this...
Forum: Great Lakes
08-23-12, 12:57 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 936
Posted By paw888

For casual riding, there is a nice paved bike...

For casual riding, there is a nice paved bike trail along the Olentangy River in Columbus that runs north-south through OSU into downtown Check it out on Google Maps and use the biking option.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-03-12, 01:54 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,896
Posted By paw888

2,512 miles through June 30, so on my goal for...

2,512 miles through June 30, so on my goal for 4,500 to 5,000. Century rides will start soon, but so does time off for vacations (although I typically take my bike) and my son's wedding. I have set...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-25-12, 01:30 PM
Replies: 225
Views: 9,848
Posted By paw888

Should we be disappointed that this monumental...

Should we be disappointed that this monumental milestone was reached with a one word response??
Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-12, 10:17 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 7,214
Posted By paw888

I know this is for sure different than getting...

I know this is for sure different than getting back on a bike, but when I got snipped 20 years ago on a Saturday morning, I played in a softball game that afternoon, with no discomfort. Maybe I was...
Forum: Great Lakes
12-28-11, 02:57 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 550
Posted By paw888

I just deal with it. The challenge is to slalom...

I just deal with it. The challenge is to slalom through the zig-zag across the tracks without clipping a gate!
Forum: Great Lakes
12-27-11, 03:14 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 492
Posted By paw888

Nice!! I was in Minneapolis visiting as well, but...

Nice!! I was in Minneapolis visiting as well, but was prohibited from my usual of taking one of my bikes along. I was caught a few times staring out the window at the sunny weather. My daughter and...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-28-11, 11:31 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,433
Posted By paw888

That, my friend, is an idiotic statement.... I...

That, my friend, is an idiotic statement.... I have not ruined a rear tire from braking since I was a child (and then it was purposely). So you are saying, if you make an emergency stop at 25 mph,...
Forum: Great Lakes
11-01-11, 01:23 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 973
Posted By paw888

Huh?

Huh?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-13-11, 03:24 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 586
Posted By paw888

Gotta love Happy Endings!! :D

Gotta love Happy Endings!! :D
Forum: Great Lakes
10-12-11, 03:04 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,278
Posted By paw888

To commute to downtown Milwaukee from Waukesha,...

To commute to downtown Milwaukee from Waukesha, pick up the New Berlin Trail off of Lincoln Ave. in Waukesha, all the way to Greenfield Park.

Head north out of GF Park to Washington Ave. East...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-16-11, 09:08 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 3,381
Posted By paw888

+1

+1
Forum: Great Lakes
09-14-11, 11:56 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 735
Posted By paw888

Mostly all of the trails withing the city...

Mostly all of the trails withing the city proper/near suburbs are paved - Cedar Lake, Miss. river/ Lake Calhoun to Hopkins/Greenway etc. Once you get to the outlying metro areas (like Shakopee),...
Forum: Great Lakes
09-06-11, 03:12 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 933
Posted By paw888

The tires you specified are very similar to tires...

The tires you specified are very similar to tires I use to ride crushed limestone trails, including Elroy-Sparta - they will work fine for you - enjoy!....
Forum: Great Lakes
08-30-11, 01:29 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,165
Posted By paw888

Great story!! Poor squirrel - did you fry it up?...

Great story!! Poor squirrel - did you fry it up? Squirrel on a Stick! :lol:
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-15-11, 02:14 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 563
Posted By paw888

Nice... congrats!

Nice... congrats!
Forum: Great Lakes
08-01-11, 10:22 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,165
Posted By paw888

I rode the Elroy Sparta trail this weekend -...

I rode the Elroy Sparta trail this weekend - first time in two years. The trail is crushed limestone, but really it is compacted dirt with stone mixed in - sometimes as hard as concrete. Road bike...
Forum: Great Lakes
07-14-11, 07:33 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 655
Posted By paw888

This little shop in Big Bend did an awesome...

This little shop in Big Bend did an awesome powdercoating on my 1981 single speed frame. $75, including metallic gold chips in the paint.

http://promaxpowdercoating.com/
Forum: Road Cycling
07-10-11, 12:29 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,934
Posted By paw888

Hit 50.2 last year pretty much coasting down a...

Hit 50.2 last year pretty much coasting down a short steep hill. Hit 50.9 one month ago giving chase down a longer, less steep hill. Think I need to go back to the steep hill and hump it down and...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-10-11, 12:21 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,683
Posted By paw888

Signature worthy for sure.... :thumb:

Signature worthy for sure.... :thumb:
Forum: Road Cycling
07-08-11, 05:28 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,683
Posted By paw888

1. Sell teh bike 2. Get a job on teh farm. ...

1. Sell teh bike
2. Get a job on teh farm.
3. Save your money.
4. Buy a horse
Forum: Great Lakes
07-06-11, 04:26 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 587
Posted By paw888

Nice ride! and a good lesson learned to carry a...

Nice ride! and a good lesson learned to carry a pump?!
Forum: Road Cycling
07-04-11, 07:43 PM
Replies: 1,894
Views: 84,427
Posted By paw888

My bike was making making clicking noise on my...

My bike was making making clicking noise on my ride today when under torque. First thing I did was check the speed magnet sensor thingy.. no lie - not making it up! :eek: Was not the problem. I'm...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-29-11, 08:32 PM
Replies: 1,894
Views: 84,427
Posted By paw888

Only a two page forum posting? Those dog people...

Only a two page forum posting? Those dog people are just not up to our standards!
Forum: Road Cycling
06-29-11, 08:00 PM
Replies: 1,894
Views: 84,427
Posted By paw888

So what's your point?

So what's your point?
Forum: Great Lakes
06-29-11, 11:06 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,699
Posted By paw888

I have ridden many of the bike trails in...

I have ridden many of the bike trails in Wisconsin. Most are crushed limestone trails and are well groomed and in good shape. That being said, a 700x23 tire on a typical road bike will not make the...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-28-11, 09:44 AM
Replies: 1,894
Views: 84,427
Posted By paw888

OMFG! Well played sir! :beer:

OMFG! Well played sir! :beer:
Forum: Road Cycling
06-27-11, 09:17 PM
Replies: 1,894
Views: 84,427
Posted By paw888

But not on Monday, definitely not on Monday....

But not on Monday, definitely not on Monday. :roflmao2:
Forum: Road Cycling
06-27-11, 12:52 PM
Replies: 1,894
Views: 84,427
Posted By paw888

My humble apologies Justin. I had just finished...

My humble apologies Justin. I had just finished talking to one of our employees named Jason when I responded to this thread. My bad.:bang:
Forum: Road Cycling
06-27-11, 10:25 AM
Replies: 1,894
Views: 84,427
Posted By paw888

Amazon!! :thumb: Good call by...... me! ...

Amazon!! :thumb: Good call by...... me!
Jason, could you post a link to your review of this most awesome tool?
Forum: Road Cycling
06-26-11, 08:48 PM
Replies: 1,894
Views: 84,427
Posted By paw888

Did you buy these tools off of Amazon? :D

Did you buy these tools off of Amazon? :D
Forum: Road Cycling
06-26-11, 08:43 PM
Replies: 1,894
Views: 84,427
Posted By paw888

Dude - that bolt holds the brake assembly...

Dude - that bolt holds the brake assembly together. two words: LEAVE IT ALONE!

Awesome Vicegrips btw.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-24-11, 08:22 PM
Replies: 1,894
Views: 84,427
Posted By paw888

Pictures or it didn't happen...... :innocent:

Pictures or it didn't happen...... :innocent:
Forum: Commuting
06-24-11, 12:05 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,717
Posted By paw888

And this I would like to see done with the...

And this I would like to see done with the Camelbak!:lol:
Forum: Road Cycling
06-23-11, 09:37 PM
Replies: 1,894
Views: 84,427
Posted By paw888

I have avoided this thread for two weeks - could...

I have avoided this thread for two weeks - could no longer avoid. I have amused myself errrr..... put myself through H-E-Double Hockey sticks for teh last two hours catching up on god knows how many...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-23-11, 08:45 PM
Replies: 1,894
Views: 84,427
Posted By paw888

^^^^ Justin's Law of Gravity

^^^^ Justin's Law of Gravity
Forum: Southern California
05-05-11, 09:04 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 6,095
Posted By paw888

OK, do I read this right... if float is maxed out...

OK, do I read this right... if float is maxed out at 15%, would that not make unclipping more difficult, as you need to rotate your foot even further to unclip? Dial it back dude!
Forum: Great Lakes
02-24-11, 09:30 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 525
Posted By paw888

Milwaukee Area: Is the Glacial Drumlin Trail ridable?

Planning a Sunday ride with a few friends. Anybody know if the paved portion of the Glacial Drumlin Trail is clear enough between Waukesha and Dousman for road bikes?
Forum: Road Cycling
02-16-11, 12:08 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,199
Posted By paw888

Flat ratio for me - about 50/50. Broken...

Flat ratio for me - about 50/50. Broken spokes... that is a whole 'nuther story. Broken spoke ratio is 6:1 (front:rear). Does that make any sense?
Forum: Great Lakes
12-05-10, 11:37 PM
Replies: 597
Views: 31,274
Posted By paw888

2 hours each day - you are an animal.... and way...

2 hours each day - you are an animal.... and way too motivated!
Myself, 45 minute "Charmichael" set yesterday: fast spin sets followed by two sets of 3 x 2min@75%/1 min@90% out of the saddle, no...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-19-10, 05:53 PM
Replies: 156
Views: 7,763
Posted By paw888

:beer: Now that's funny.... and true!

:beer:
Now that's funny.... and true!
Forum: Road Cycling
10-30-10, 12:38 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 11,951
Posted By paw888

Well that is what I am going to try anyway. The...

Well that is what I am going to try anyway. The Polar unit on my road bike is quite a bit newer that the Cateye on my SS. My Polar may not have the same issues.



2 minutes and 2 zip ties...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-29-10, 01:45 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 11,951
Posted By paw888

Ya, that line of sight thing... that's what I am...

Ya, that line of sight thing... that's what I am expecting an issue with. The wireless I have on my single speed is real finicky with that. Never tried to move the Polar sensor on my road bike.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-29-10, 09:30 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 11,951
Posted By paw888

I currently have a TT mag trainer and am going to...

I currently have a TT mag trainer and am going to upgrade to the KK Road Machine. My Travel Trac had a built-in computer that measured speed, time, watts etc. (ya, I know it is not a true power...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-28-10, 03:20 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 29,409
Posted By paw888

I've have a white bike and love the look of it. ...

I've have a white bike and love the look of it. However, +1 on the comment of the sport drink spillage being very obvious. But then I have to remember that all of my bikes probably have that nice...
Forum: Great Lakes
10-21-10, 08:06 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 858
Posted By paw888

What, you bowl also? At KOC? What night? ...

What, you bowl also? At KOC? What night?

Speed - Saturday morning may work depending on what time the rain is expected to move in. Looks like temps around 60 mid morning.
Showing results 1 to 50 of 90
 
Page 1 of 2
1
2


 
Forum Jump

Contact Us - Archive - Advertising - Cookie Policy - Privacy Statement - Terms of Service -

Copyright © 2024 MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands. All rights reserved. Use of this site indicates your consent to the Terms of Use.