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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-19-18, 11:32 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,395
Posted By Mark VerMurlen

I've got the Swagman Chinook hitch mounted...

I've got the Swagman Chinook hitch mounted carrier (https://www.swagman.net/product/chinook-frame-hook-bike-rack/). I really like it. I've got bikes with and without fenders and this will work with...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-08-18, 11:50 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,157
Posted By Mark VerMurlen

I’ve chosen to use a single sided crack arm based...

I’ve chosen to use a single sided crack arm based power meter from 4iii for my bike. Its accurate to plus/minus 1%. Prices have come down to the point its worth it to me. I get the same exact...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-07-18, 06:54 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,992
Posted By Mark VerMurlen

Another concern with stuff mounted on your helmet...

Another concern with stuff mounted on your helmet is that it can "catch" on road imperfections rather than allow the helmet to slide smoothly along the road surface. If your helmet catches, it can...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-07-18, 02:51 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,157
Posted By Mark VerMurlen

No, not all indoor trainers use computed virtual...

No, not all indoor trainers use computed virtual power. The Tacx Neo 2 Smart is one such example. You'll see on the Tacx website that it is listed as accurate to less than 1% error. I'm pretty...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-17-18, 11:06 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 15,808
Posted By Mark VerMurlen

Congrats on getting your bike put back together....

Congrats on getting your bike put back together. The black and white contrast looks great! Hopefully you won’t have any further problems with your frame.

Mark
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-28-18, 10:22 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,270
Posted By Mark VerMurlen

I've watched several of this guy's videos where...

I've watched several of this guy's videos where he picks a lock fairly easily. When I first watched him, I was really discouraged that he could pick locks so easily. As I've followed more of the...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-25-18, 06:36 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,057
Posted By Mark VerMurlen

See the study at...

See the study at https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0167610518303751. It’s a simulation of a large peloton. It shows the lead rider experiences about 85% the drag compared to an...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-22-18, 08:17 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,971
Posted By Mark VerMurlen

+1

+1
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-14-18, 11:24 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,694
Posted By Mark VerMurlen

So any computer using ANT+ or Bluetooth is not...

So any computer using ANT+ or Bluetooth is not going to be affected?

Mark
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-13-18, 05:19 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,694
Posted By Mark VerMurlen

Very interesting topic. Never occurred to me...

Very interesting topic. Never occurred to me that there could be issues like this. I've got a Garmin Edge 520 computer and Cygolite 450 Streak front light. They are mounted within an inch of each...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-13-18, 03:49 PM
Replies: 3,578
Views: 987,336
Posted By Mark VerMurlen

Here's my 2018 Specialized Diverge Comp with a...

Here's my 2018 Specialized Diverge Comp with a few accessories. Bought it a little over 3 months ago. Just washed the dust and grime off of it.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-11-18, 11:37 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 6,809
Posted By Mark VerMurlen

I bought my brand new Specialized Diverge 3...

I bought my brand new Specialized Diverge 3 months ago. Didn’t find any flaws of any kind on it.

Mark
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-04-18, 09:54 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,122
Posted By Mark VerMurlen

It took 5 different saddles before I found one...

It took 5 different saddles before I found one that was comfortable to me. Some would feel good initially, but after 30 min., it was very uncomfortable. The LBS that I bought my bike from allowed me...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-02-18, 09:48 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 9,733
Posted By Mark VerMurlen

How do you account for different wind speeds and...

How do you account for different wind speeds and direction? A tail wind vs head wind skew my results quite a bit.

Mark
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-30-18, 09:55 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 961
Posted By Mark VerMurlen

Does your noise vary based on the amount of force...

Does your noise vary based on the amount of force you’re applying to the pedals? Do you notice it more in any particular gears?

Mark
Forum: Road Cycling
08-24-18, 06:19 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 3,482
Posted By Mark VerMurlen

I will hopefully be able to tell you next year. ...

I will hopefully be able to tell you next year. So far, it seems to be working well for me. I don’t have the exact workout in front of me, but if I remember correctly, the workout for improving...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-24-18, 10:15 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 6,100
Posted By Mark VerMurlen

I’ve got lots of hills around me in the Seattle...

I’ve got lots of hills around me in the Seattle area. One of my favorites for training is over 1.5 miles long and 6% grade with a good bike path shoulder. Depending on how hard I go on it, I can get...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-23-18, 10:37 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 3,482
Posted By Mark VerMurlen

I think you would benefit from a power meter...

I think you would benefit from a power meter based on your original post. If you're doing any kind of high intensity interval training, HR lags too far behind to be a good indicator of exertion...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-19-18, 08:37 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 8,256
Posted By Mark VerMurlen

I don’t keep my iPhone 6 in my jersey pocket...

I don’t keep my iPhone 6 in my jersey pocket because I’m worried about moisture damage from sweat. The times I have carried it there it felt secure. I did lose a credit card from my jersey pocket...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-18-18, 10:49 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 13,384
Posted By Mark VerMurlen

I agree that it’s most likely the more relaxed...

I agree that it’s most likely the more relaxed riding position that you like which is putting you in a less aero position. Try riding your route using the drops and compare that with riding with...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-18-18, 10:25 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,528
Posted By Mark VerMurlen

Thanks for posting that video talk. I found it...

Thanks for posting that video talk. I found it very interesting.

Mark
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-18-18, 07:24 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,187
Posted By Mark VerMurlen

The other factor with the weight rating of a bike...

The other factor with the weight rating of a bike is the brakes. Even though the trailer isn’t putting a lot of static weight on the frame, it’s certainly going to put additional stress on the...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
08-14-18, 12:27 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 967
Posted By Mark VerMurlen

Cascade Bicycle Club

I've just gotten back into cycling and have been riding solo for most of the past 3 months. I've been considering joining some group rides. I see that the Cascade Bicycle Club is pretty large and...
Forum: Introductions
08-14-18, 12:15 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 624
Posted By Mark VerMurlen

Thanks for the clarification. I'll check out C&V....

Thanks for the clarification. I'll check out C&V. I actually live in a small patch of unincorporated Snohomish county between Lynnwood and Bothell, so they would be very close by.

Mark
Forum: Introductions
08-14-18, 12:09 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 624
Posted By Mark VerMurlen

I got the Comp model. I really liked the feel of...

I got the Comp model. I really liked the feel of hydraulic brakes and I also wanted the Shimano 105 gears. I also wanted rack mounts in case I got more adventuresome in the future. I was debating...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-13-18, 10:33 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,985
Posted By Mark VerMurlen

Great story! Thanks for sharing. Dogs are special...

Great story! Thanks for sharing. Dogs are special creatures in my book.

Mark
Forum: Introductions
08-13-18, 09:31 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 624
Posted By Mark VerMurlen

I don’t know who or what “C&V” is. Can you...

I don’t know who or what “C&V” is. Can you elaborate?

Mark
Forum: Road Cycling
08-09-18, 10:17 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,133
Posted By Mark VerMurlen

Did you increase the release tension on your SPD...

Did you increase the release tension on your SPD pedals? It sounds like you may have since you said you can’t release your shoes without kicking your heals out as designed. If so, I’d recommend that...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-09-18, 06:24 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 534
Posted By Mark VerMurlen

I had a bike stolen while in college. It was...

I had a bike stolen while in college. It was taken overnight from the bike rack in front of the dorm. Lock was not left behind, so I don't know exactly how they cut it. Since I'm very tall, the...
Forum: Introductions
08-09-18, 06:00 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 624
Posted By Mark VerMurlen

Thanks for the welcomes! Mark

Thanks for the welcomes!

Mark
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-06-18, 11:13 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,474
Posted By Mark VerMurlen

I had a similar experience 3 months ago when I...

I had a similar experience 3 months ago when I began cycling again after not cycling for the past 20 years. I live in an area where I can't go anywhere without hitting hills in one direction or the...
Forum: Introductions
08-06-18, 05:39 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 624
Posted By Mark VerMurlen

Another Pacific NW New Member

Hi everyone. I live just north of Seattle. Started early retirement about one year ago. Returned to cycling about 3 months ago after a 20 year absence. Bought a new Specialized Diverge two months ago...
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