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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-21-24, 05:17 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 229
Posted By bruce19

I doubt that I will ever own an e-bike. Just...

I doubt that I will ever own an e-bike. Just doesn't appeal to me. I'll just ride my Triumph Street Triple to the pub.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-21-24, 08:19 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 362
Posted By bruce19

I have The Cyclist's Food Guide by Nancy Clark,...

I have The Cyclist's Food Guide by Nancy Clark, MS, RD and Jenny Hegmann, MS, RD. It might be of interest.to you.

https://www.amazon.com/Cyclists-Food-Guide-2nd-Distance/dp/0971891125
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-19-24, 12:39 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,266
Posted By bruce19

Nope. I either buy from friends or some place...

Nope. I either buy from friends or some place like the Pro's Closet where there is a good return policy.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-19-24, 12:37 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 3,648
Posted By bruce19

I have never had this problem. I wear Assos and...

I have never had this problem. I wear Assos and Castelli.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-19-24, 12:35 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,882
Posted By bruce19

FWIW back in 2013 I had a cycling crash and broke...

FWIW back in 2013 I had a cycling crash and broke my neck. My spinal cord was intact but C1&C2 had to be fused. Back on my bike after 3 months. I have nothing but love and respect for the...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-19-24, 12:28 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,882
Posted By bruce19

Do you know if the motorcycle riders were wearing...

Do you know if the motorcycle riders were wearing helmets? I ask because my state (CT) does not have a helmet law and I believe, but don't actually know, that this could be a significant factor.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-19-24, 07:47 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 248
Posted By bruce19

I have 5 road bikes. They are a CAAD 12, Guru...

I have 5 road bikes. They are a CAAD 12, Guru Sidero (steel), Guru Photon, Masi Gran Criterium S, and my latest Canyon Aeroad CF SL. My wife recently bought a Canyon Ultimate CF SLX. All of mine have...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-19-24, 07:36 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,882
Posted By bruce19

I've been riding motorcycles since 1975 and...

I've been riding motorcycles since 1975 and cycling since around 1982. I was also an MSF Instructor. There are a lot of factors that influence safety in both activities. For instance, on a moto being...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-16-24, 08:23 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 357
Posted By bruce19

FWIW with those wheels sans pedals my Guru Photon...

FWIW with those wheels sans pedals my Guru Photon weights 14 lb 7oz. I thought that was pretty light.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-16-24, 08:21 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 357
Posted By bruce19

I don't know. I'll check.

I don't know. I'll check.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-16-24, 08:19 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 832
Posted By bruce19

I don't think I've ever day dreamed on the...

I don't think I've ever day dreamed on the bike.I'm too involved with the bike and the ride.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-16-24, 02:44 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 357
Posted By bruce19

Thanks

Thanks
Forum: Road Cycling
05-15-24, 11:13 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 357
Posted By bruce19

Does anyone know this wheelset?

A couple years ago I bought a 2016 GURU Photon and the original owner had these wheels on the bike. They are claimed to weigh 1295 g for the set. I replaced them with MAVIC USTs and am thinking of...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-15-24, 07:23 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,606
Posted By bruce19

Something weird is happening with me this year....

Something weird is happening with me this year. I've just gotten back on the bike due to a month long respiratory illness. And, the weather here in northeast CT has sucked. So, I've started out with...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-14-24, 07:56 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 354
Posted By bruce19

In my case, if I don't go out early I might not...

In my case, if I don't go out early I might not go at all. By late PM I'm kind of in kick back mode.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-14-24, 07:52 AM
Replies: 165
Views: 9,437
Posted By bruce19

Italian Road Bike mirror and Garmin Varia radar.

Italian Road Bike mirror and Garmin Varia radar.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-14-24, 07:43 AM
Replies: 118
Views: 3,591
Posted By bruce19

I'm assuming that the tube must have a removable...

I'm assuming that the tube must have a removable valve core. And, I'm under the impression that not all tubes do. So, careful tube selection?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-14-24, 04:31 AM
Replies: 118
Views: 3,591
Posted By bruce19

I was really wondering what actually happens when...

I was really wondering what actually happens when you puncture. Does it just seal the tube?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-13-24, 05:53 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 3,591
Posted By bruce19

And, the results?

And, the results?
Forum: Road Cycling
05-13-24, 06:10 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,359
Posted By bruce19

Canyon equips their Aeroads with 28 rear and 25...

Canyon equips their Aeroads with 28 rear and 25 front. At least my Aeroad CF SL came that way. Not sure what their rationale is but it may be something to consider.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-13-24, 06:07 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 660
Posted By bruce19

A slightly different thing to consider. Check...

A slightly different thing to consider. Check your saddle position periodically. This year the saddle on my Canyon Aeroad felt pretty uncomfortable. I chalked it up to start of season soft butt. Then...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-13-24, 06:00 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 5,253
Posted By bruce19

My PIL (Partner in Life) had never been on a...

My PIL (Partner in Life) had never been on a motorcycle until she met me. Then I started taking her for short rides on my Ducati. It went so well that she and I threw some money together and bought a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-13-24, 05:44 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 414
Posted By bruce19

Here in the Windham, CT area Ron Manizza (Bicycle...

Here in the Windham, CT area Ron Manizza (Bicycle Talk 91.7 FM) has been leading this ride.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-13-24, 05:41 AM
Replies: 118
Views: 3,591
Posted By bruce19

I was an EXTREME skeptic about tubeless. Then for...

I was an EXTREME skeptic about tubeless. Then for some reason unknown to me I bought a rear Mavic UST. Five years later on five road bikes and zero flats. So my opinion was untested theory and once...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-13-24, 05:23 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,606
Posted By bruce19

I'm an optimist so I'm telling myself that I...

I'm an optimist so I'm telling myself that I won't become frail with age.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-10-24, 01:08 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,606
Posted By bruce19

From all that I've read/youtubed it seems like...

From all that I've read/youtubed it seems like there is accurate information, although limited, on these types of sites. And, it does seem consistent with my personal experience.Another example is...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-10-24, 10:12 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 3,667
Posted By bruce19

Does a cross bike interest you?

Does a cross bike interest you?
Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-10-24, 10:09 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,606
Posted By bruce19

That all depends. If I need surgery I'm gonna go...

That all depends. If I need surgery I'm gonna go with a medical opinion rather than BF wisdom. .
Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-10-24, 05:39 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,606
Posted By bruce19

I have a weird issue. According to my "Traits" on...

I have a weird issue. According to my "Traits" on Ancestry.com, I have the muscle composition of an "elite power lifter." This strikes me as ironic because if there's anything I don't like it's power...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-10-24, 05:29 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 1,625
Posted By bruce19

This is a timely topic for me. For a little...

This is a timely topic for me. For a little background.... when playing college football back in the late '60's I was 5' 10 12" and weighed 180-190 lbs depending on the amount of resistance training...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-10-24, 05:08 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,172
Posted By bruce19

My town is a farming community. We have one...

My town is a farming community. We have one blinking light at the Town Hall. When I'm riding nearby and there are red lights I will assess the situation and make a decision. For example, if I come to...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-10-24, 04:56 AM
Replies: 125
Views: 3,490
Posted By bruce19

I bought a Garmin Varia (non-camera type) and...

I bought a Garmin Varia (non-camera type) and have used it for about 1 1/2 seasons. (We have seasons in New England). I think it's a game changer. I would rather ride without a helmet than without my...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-09-24, 07:57 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,970
Posted By bruce19

There doeesn't seem to be an excess of segments...

There doeesn't seem to be an excess of segments where I live.My favorite is a 1 mile relatively flat segment that I did at 25 mph when I was 74. That was 4 yrs ago and I'm not close anymore.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-09-24, 07:51 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 3,667
Posted By bruce19

Stickers? I don't know what they are. If he has...

Stickers? I don't know what they are. If he has them I'll mail some to you.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-08-24, 11:46 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 3,667
Posted By bruce19

Just got off the phone with him. He and another...

Just got off the phone with him. He and another cycling buddy are coming over this weekend for one of our bourbon nights.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-07-24, 11:37 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,081
Posted By bruce19

Maybe a Canyon? My wife has an Ultimate and I...

Maybe a Canyon? My wife has an Ultimate and I have an Aeroad and we love them.

https://www.canyon.com/en-us/road-bikes/endurance-bikes/endurace/cf/#section-product-grid
Forum: Road Cycling
05-07-24, 11:33 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,797
Posted By bruce19

That's a good point. In my youth I was the guy...

That's a good point. In my youth I was the guy who could steal home. Ask me to run more than 1/4 mi? Not happening.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-07-24, 06:39 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,797
Posted By bruce19

That was enjoyable. Thanks. I wonder what the...

That was enjoyable. Thanks. I wonder what the effect of body profile and wind resistance is in the "real world" tests. I have that sprinter/track body and in a headwind that works against me for sure.
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
05-07-24, 06:07 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 20,446
Posted By bruce19

Back in the day this is what the pros did because...

Back in the day this is what the pros did because the smaller the frame the lighter the weight.
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
05-07-24, 06:02 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 617
Posted By bruce19

I've been cycling for about 45 yrs. So, when I...

I've been cycling for about 45 yrs. So, when I started it was before sloping TTs. I used the LeMond-Guimard method which is to measure your inseam in CM and multiply it by .665. This puts me in the...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-06-24, 09:16 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 970
Posted By bruce19

The only thing I can add is that my wife has a...

The only thing I can add is that my wife has a Canyon Ultimate and I have a Canyon Aeroad and we both love them. Possibly the best bikes we've ever owned. FWIW I have 6 bikes and she has 3 at this...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-06-24, 09:11 AM
Replies: 108
Views: 4,002
Posted By bruce19

I have this:...

I have this: https://www.competitivecyclist.com/lizard-skins-micro-cache-saddle-bag?skid=LZS000L-JETBK

It works well and is really small
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-06-24, 06:24 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 3,667
Posted By bruce19

Understood but in my case it's not about...

Understood but in my case it's not about specializing. It's more about what I'm built and able to do well.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-06-24, 06:16 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,451
Posted By bruce19

These days my 4 bikes are a steel GURU Sidero,...

These days my 4 bikes are a steel GURU Sidero, GURU Photon, CAAD 12, and Canyon Aeroad. The actual cost of them was $8600.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-04-24, 06:50 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 3,667
Posted By bruce19

I also spent a lot of time at Scott's. I think it...

I also spent a lot of time at Scott's. I think it was about 10 yrs ago that Scott was diagnosed with cancer. He hung in there but eventually sold the shop. Then last year he died. Very sad.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-04-24, 06:45 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,970
Posted By bruce19

Improving with age is awesome.

Improving with age is awesome.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-03-24, 12:22 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 3,026
Posted By bruce19

This.

This.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-03-24, 12:15 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 456
Posted By bruce19

I have been a paid subscriber for a couple years....

I have been a paid subscriber for a couple years. My info is still all there but none of the folks I was following show up. I went to one of them and it says I'm following her but no data anywhere.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-03-24, 10:17 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 456
Posted By bruce19

I actually have an account there. I'll have to...

I actually have an account there. I'll have to spend some time there. It doesn't seem to have the data I look for but it could just be my inexperience with it.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-03-24, 09:51 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,461
Posted By bruce19

To me sizing is the most important factor....

To me sizing is the most important factor. Having said that, we generally fit a range of sizes. In my case between 54-56 works just fine. I have bought a couple bikes from the Pro's Closet. I feeel...
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