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Forum: Commuting
10-02-19, 12:57 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,834
Posted By Xanthippus

Sounds like you don't have it as bad as us in...

Sounds like you don't have it as bad as us in Toronto. Working as a bike courier here every piece of my bike is secured with either pinheads or custom machined bolts. Titanium Security Bolts, Ti...
Forum: Winter Cycling
08-27-19, 07:16 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 10,286
Posted By Xanthippus

I kept my bikes on large shoe mats from the...

I kept my bikes on large shoe mats from the dollar store to catch dirt and drips when I lived in an apt.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-03-19, 09:36 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 14,182
Posted By Xanthippus

For me Castelli pads are the best. Pricey but...

For me Castelli pads are the best. Pricey but worth it. Garneau pads are inferior and a lot of them have the drawstring.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-02-19, 10:32 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 16,086
Posted By Xanthippus

Depends on familiarity with your bike. My old...

Depends on familiarity with your bike. My old singlespeed I could change a flat in 10 minutes. Surly straggler takes like 30 to replace the rear wheel. Dropouts were designed after a three week acid...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-20-19, 11:49 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,279
Posted By Xanthippus

Yeah, victimized by an inattentive driver, not a...

Yeah, victimized by an inattentive driver, not a cyclist exercising their rights.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-10-18, 03:21 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,346
Posted By Xanthippus

Great recommendations all, thanks very much! The...

Great recommendations all, thanks very much! The Nature Boy is looking really tempting. No cross-border hassle and disc brakes. A lot pricier than I wanted for a winter bike but when you ride as much...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-05-18, 01:45 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,346
Posted By Xanthippus

Thanks for the replies so far. The Kilo WT was...

Thanks for the replies so far. The Kilo WT was actually my first choice but getting it to Toronto is a nightmare. Apparently the best option is to ship it to Buffalo or Detroit and pick it up there....
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-05-18, 11:45 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,346
Posted By Xanthippus

Frame recommendations - winter work bike

Hey all,

I'm a courier in Toronto. Wanting to build a winter work bike as my little Damco with 700x23's isn't cutting it when there is a lot of snow. It won't accommodate anything larger on the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-30-17, 01:21 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,984
Posted By Xanthippus

I have the Shimano SH-MW7 for -7C to 5C. Below -7...

I have the Shimano SH-MW7 for -7C to 5C. Below -7 I wear 45NRTH Wolvhammers. Does the trick here in Toronto's current -20C spell.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-30-17, 12:37 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 943
Posted By Xanthippus

None of my regular warm boots block wind like the...

None of my regular warm boots block wind like the new ones. Got a nice pair of Scarpas, rated to -60C great for standing around but when I get on the bike I had cold toes immediately. We are dealing...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-29-17, 02:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 943
Posted By Xanthippus

Take the cleats out before riding platforms?

Hey all,

Put in SPD cleats on my new Wolvhammers and was hoping to ride my clipless bike today but we are receiving a massive snowfall and it looks like I will be riding my beater MTB at my...
Forum: Winter Cycling
12-23-17, 02:10 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,667
Posted By Xanthippus

If you haven't already, try Castelli in large. I...

If you haven't already, try Castelli in large. I am 6'0 and 130 lbs/58 kg and Castelli L bibs are a perfect fit. Small/Medium would see my legs explode through them. Otherwise I've had success with...
Forum: Winter Cycling
11-21-17, 10:44 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,619
Posted By Xanthippus

I have Castelli Spettacolo and Endura Luminite...

I have Castelli Spettacolo and Endura Luminite Thermo gloves and both are good 0-8C.
Forum: Winter Cycling
11-21-17, 03:36 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,559
Posted By Xanthippus

Wearing the Shimano MW7 this season and so far so...

Wearing the Shimano MW7 this season and so far so good. I'm on the road for 4-8 hours a day working as a courier in roughly 0C weather.
Forum: Winter Cycling
11-20-17, 03:09 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,645
Posted By Xanthippus

Those look awesome! Would probably only need them...

Those look awesome! Would probably only need them 5-10 days a year but they look like the most bombproof option. Thanks for the recommendation!
Forum: Winter Cycling
11-20-17, 02:06 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,645
Posted By Xanthippus

Canadian Winter Cycling Bibs

Hello all,

I've been working as a courier in Toronto for the last month and while I've always been into cycling, I've been more of a generalist with my kit choices and commuted/rode in...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-30-09, 12:14 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,764
Posted By Xanthippus

sorry, but is this a joke? honestly dude, go...

sorry, but is this a joke? honestly dude, go grocery shopping with your parents. unless they're really out there they won't be against spending $15-20 dollars extra on food for you to shut you up....
Forum: Touring
11-02-08, 01:56 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,046
Posted By Xanthippus

I'm open to either - it really comes down to...

I'm open to either - it really comes down to which is safer and most dependable. I don't want my components damaged en route or anything, nor do I want it to be sitting there while I'm delayed in LAX...
Forum: Touring
11-02-08, 01:23 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,046
Posted By Xanthippus

Shipping Bikes

Hello,

I'm planning a tour of New Zealand in January. I'd like to ship my bike from home (Toronto, Canada) to Auckland or Christchurch, wherever I choose to start. Anything I need to know...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
09-07-08, 06:29 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 716
Posted By Xanthippus

+1 coffee!

+1 coffee!
Forum: Training & Nutrition
08-31-08, 04:17 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 838
Posted By Xanthippus

Got a gym membership? If so I suggest you...

Got a gym membership?

If so I suggest you hit up some squats, leg presses, calf raises, leg curls and deadlifts.

Huge improvement in climbing power.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
08-23-08, 10:10 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 536
Posted By Xanthippus

If as you say you have gut flab, I'd stay away...

If as you say you have gut flab, I'd stay away from this method. Your body composition will only get worse if you're eating crap with reckless abandon.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
08-23-08, 05:09 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 536
Posted By Xanthippus

Undertake a weightlifting routine if you haven't....

Undertake a weightlifting routine if you haven't. 3-6 days a week in the gym depending on your activity level, focusing on heavy lifts like deadlifts, squats, bench press and rowing movements. Get...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-20-08, 09:50 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 863
Posted By Xanthippus

I work out 5-6 days a week. 5 day split. I work...

I work out 5-6 days a week. 5 day split. I work out every body part. My current routine is:
Day 1 - legs
Day 2 - chest/triceps
Day 3 - biceps/back
Day 4 - shoulders/traps
Day 5 - off

it works...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-17-08, 03:16 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 952
Posted By Xanthippus

Squats, deadlifts and rows.

Squats, deadlifts and rows.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
03-28-08, 02:09 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,674
Posted By Xanthippus

I take whey protein and a multivitamin because my...

I take whey protein and a multivitamin because my lifestyle is VERY active. Between being in the gym 5-6 days a week, training my running (sprint training) and cycling (touring in the summer months,...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
03-27-08, 10:42 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,674
Posted By Xanthippus

Personally I think fish oil and a balanced diet...

Personally I think fish oil and a balanced diet is enough anti-inflammatory not to 'need' aspirin; I am surprised so many people take it every day.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
03-27-08, 09:45 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,674
Posted By Xanthippus

I supplement with a multivitamin, whey protein...

I supplement with a multivitamin, whey protein and cod liver oil.

In my bodybuilding days I used L-arginine, 3 grams pre workout, it was effective in producing a "pump" effect if you are familiar...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
03-24-08, 09:06 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,073
Posted By Xanthippus

He needs to do heavy squats and deadlifts in the...

He needs to do heavy squats and deadlifts in the gym. If he's open to cycling, short, intense sprints will do it for him.
Forum: Touring
03-14-08, 12:51 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,083
Posted By Xanthippus

You can stealth just about anywhere - just find a...

You can stealth just about anywhere - just find a relatively secluded place and pitch the tent/hammock/what have you. That being said, some of the Eastern Seaboard is heavily urbanized, so you may...
Forum: Touring
03-08-08, 03:21 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,601
Posted By Xanthippus

Personally, I camp all the way and, through thick...

Personally, I camp all the way and, through thick and thin. My eating habits are moderate but not skimpy - I usually buy a steak or something of the sort to grill for dinner, buy plenty of bulk nuts...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
02-24-08, 03:54 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,071
Posted By Xanthippus

Repeat after me folks... fat does not make you...

Repeat after me folks... fat does not make you fat.

Calories in, calories out. Fat phobia does more harm than good; even saturated fat is essential to maintenance of health.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
02-24-08, 03:48 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 747
Posted By Xanthippus

From an overall fitness standpoint, yes, in my...

From an overall fitness standpoint, yes, in my opinion weight training or jogging are necessities. Plenty of people are just fine only cycle though; just not as fit as they could be. Personally I do...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
12-31-07, 02:09 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,256
Posted By Xanthippus

I have a big bowl of quinoa with fruits, usually...

I have a big bowl of quinoa with fruits, usually blueberries and a banana, doused in real maple syrup.
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