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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-02-22, 01:31 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,200
Posted By itchyjoe

Tennis elbow is inflammation under the...

Tennis elbow is inflammation under the tendon-to-bone insertion of a very small extensor muscle on the outer elbow. Best way to treat is exercising that area---it's easy to make one of these...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-25-21, 04:56 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 9,011
Posted By itchyjoe

I appreciate your very thorough response! I have...

I appreciate your very thorough response! I have seen a couple of charts generally showing 25 mm tires are marginal on 22i rims..so 28 does look to be a better choice.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-24-21, 07:34 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 9,011
Posted By itchyjoe

I plan to get a set of these for next season....

I plan to get a set of these for next season. Will 25 mm work on my rims which measure 29/22 or would a 28 mm tire be safer? Thanks!
Forum: Road Cycling
05-17-21, 07:28 AM
Replies: 21,337
Views: 5,192,295
Posted By itchyjoe

How'd you get 20% off? Do tell....

How'd you get 20% off? Do tell....
Forum: Road Cycling
10-13-18, 05:00 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,700
Posted By itchyjoe

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2NOsE-VPpkE ...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2NOsE-VPpkE

I like this one because she shows the six directions without grinding in a circle. For adding heat we made a "rice sock" using a tube sock filled with...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-12-18, 06:10 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,700
Posted By itchyjoe

I had "shoulder impingement" last summer that got...

I had "shoulder impingement" last summer that got progressively worse thru the riding season. Got on a regular stretching and strengthening routine (Youtube) which wasn't helping. Supination,...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-07-18, 06:12 AM
Replies: 3,261
Views: 637,200
Posted By itchyjoe

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/960x1280/img_4835_35b89a6e84f65f49d0a44eea4b89f6c38a32c061.jpg

SE Missouri--rolling, well maintained roads with minimal traffic. Great place...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-04-18, 05:02 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,532
Posted By itchyjoe

Yes--you'll need to buy an internal battery...

Yes--you'll need to buy an internal battery (BT-DN110) and a longer wire to reach the junction box; I did this on a Roubaix several years ago. My procedure was to first disconnect wires (use the...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-27-17, 06:15 PM
Replies: 21,337
Views: 5,192,295
Posted By itchyjoe

To followup on my ArtsCyclery post (25th) they...

To followup on my ArtsCyclery post (25th) they have 25% off all Specialized items today so I called and they gave me $100 credit on the shoe order shipped Friday. Now that's great service--net price...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-25-17, 09:38 AM
Replies: 21,337
Views: 5,192,295
Posted By itchyjoe

ArtsCyclery has gift cards at 20% off for a short...

ArtsCyclery has gift cards at 20% off for a short time each Fall so when the email came through last week I bought a $500 card for $400. Yesterday I ordered a pair of S-Works 6 shoes--$320 with the...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-11-17, 06:17 AM
Replies: 3,145
Views: 937,993
Posted By itchyjoe

In the process of upgrading my R3 from Di2-6770...

In the process of upgrading my R3 from Di2-6770 (10) to 9070 (11), prices are better when pieced out separately:

Jenson-- FD $140 BT-DN110 $120 CS-R8000 cassette $68
Chain Reaction-- RD $392...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-16-17, 08:40 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 16,789
Posted By itchyjoe

Wow surgery 3x--that's punishing! I have this too...

Wow surgery 3x--that's punishing! I have this too and like the rest, let it go too long--just real busy and don't want down time. I'm over 60, Dutch-English, and have run 12-14 ranks thru our wood...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-20-16, 10:30 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 989
Posted By itchyjoe

Artscyclery, the last two years anyway, sells...

Artscyclery, the last two years anyway, sells gift cards for 20% off during the holiday season. I buy $500 worth for $400; they also price match which usually results in a pretty good price with free...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-20-16, 10:20 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,338
Posted By itchyjoe

I'm working on this too--thought this link was...

I'm working on this too--thought this link was helpful...

Technical FAQ: Setting your bikes up identically | VeloNews.com...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-15-16, 01:28 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 13,838
Posted By itchyjoe

Checkout Boyd cycling--I've been running a set of...

Checkout Boyd cycling--I've been running a set of their alloy wheels for 3 years and they've been excellent. And not too expensive either.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-08-16, 05:49 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 13,788
Posted By itchyjoe

Easiest and cheapest---just buy a new...

Easiest and cheapest---just buy a new hanger--about $15-20.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-23-16, 10:31 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,165
Posted By itchyjoe

Here he is at a Dead show in Salt Lake City about...

Here he is at a Dead show in Salt Lake City about 10 years ago--luckily when the show started everyone moved around a lot so we never had to be right behind him. Really nice dude!
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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-20-15, 04:51 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,027
Posted By itchyjoe

I added these under my bar tape to add a little...

I added these under my bar tape to add a little cushioning and it really helps for those times you rest more weight on the bars. Core strength is key, as you stated, to keep weight off the bars!
...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-03-14, 08:47 AM
Replies: 300
Views: 56,003
Posted By itchyjoe

Trek is probably balking because they think it's...

Trek is probably balking because they think it's a problem with dealer setup, as others have stated above. Frame repair is just unacceptable; you need a new frame for liability issues at the very...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-03-14, 08:37 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,336
Posted By itchyjoe

I was on vacation in FL a couple years ago and...

I was on vacation in FL a couple years ago and wandered into a Trek store and became quick friends with a salesman who knew I wasn't ordering a bike from him. He said to expect minimum 6-8% off a P1...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-03-14, 07:51 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,892
Posted By itchyjoe

I have a CygoLite Hotshot and really like it. It...

I have a CygoLite Hotshot and really like it. It charges via USB so no AAA batteries to deal with and it comes with a seat post clamp as well as a saddlebag clip. Only about $30 as I remember.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-30-14, 09:42 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,787
Posted By itchyjoe

Congrats on your first century---it is a nice...

Congrats on your first century---it is a nice feeling of accomplishment and makes ya want to do it again. In addition to the excellent nutrition/hydration advice above, pay attention to electrolyte...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-28-14, 02:58 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 13,460
Posted By itchyjoe

I also use a CycleOps Super mag Pro and really...

I also use a CycleOps Super mag Pro and really like it---super quiet compared to others I've had. Art's Cyclery has a great sale going right now so check it out:
CycleOps...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-11-14, 07:05 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,433
Posted By itchyjoe

Here are a couple of Youtube videos to help with...

Here are a couple of Youtube videos to help with your RD adjustment. After getting it right you'll hardly ever need to mess with it again...

How to Adjust Shimano Di2 Rear Derailleurs - YouTube...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-03-13, 05:24 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,357
Posted By itchyjoe

I found an old office chair with rollers at a...

I found an old office chair with rollers at a Goodwill for $5 and took the back off---perfect after 5 years so far. That Harbor Freight one for $26 looks good and it has the tray at the bottom which...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-02-13, 11:45 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,803
Posted By itchyjoe

Excellent, barrykai--sometimes small tweaks help...

Excellent, barrykai--sometimes small tweaks help lots. Me personally, if I mash the pedals too hard early in the ride or stand too much to climb, the cramps hit me in the 40-45 mile range also. If I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-01-13, 11:00 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 355
Posted By itchyjoe

The present RD/FD are Dura ace 6800 with a 11-28...

The present RD/FD are Dura ace 6800 with a 11-28 cassette on a 2008 Cervelo R3. I am considering up grading to either Ultegra Di2 or even 9070 over the winter. Thanks for any help/suggestions!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-01-13, 07:14 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 355
Posted By itchyjoe

crankset compatability

My BB is a threaded 68 mm English with a Megaexo FSA crank. I want to change it to a Dura ace and have a couple questions:

1. I'll probably go with a DA 9000, but will past models (7800, 7900)...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-22-13, 11:18 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 794
Posted By itchyjoe

I was in DC about a month ago and discovered the...

I was in DC about a month ago and discovered the Mt Vernon trail---it runs on the VA side along the Potomac, 18 miles total length. My hotel was in Crystal City, VA but I did a few 6-10 mile runs...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-31-12, 06:40 AM
Replies: 3,116
Views: 534,868
Posted By itchyjoe

Not as pretty as some of the vistas posted...

Not as pretty as some of the vistas posted already---but it's home!
Forum: Road Cycling
10-29-12, 04:15 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,124
Posted By itchyjoe

Walked in an LBS about a month ago and made a...

Walked in an LBS about a month ago and made a $4500 cash "out the door" offer on a new 2012 Roubaix Pro--$1000 off MSRP. They took it so fast I was bummed I didn't go lower! So go for it if there's a...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-14-12, 07:07 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 755
Posted By itchyjoe

Hats off to you all in the NW who ride in rain or...

Hats off to you all in the NW who ride in rain or on wet roads all the time! In StL we don't have that problem. Glad you're OK!!
Forum: Road Cycling
10-13-12, 01:23 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 5,065
Posted By itchyjoe

Nike has stated recently that they still support...

Nike has stated recently that they still support him; he tweeted Oct 2 about being at the Portland hdq. And though Michelob hasn't said anything, it's been many months since I've seen the commercial...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-13-12, 12:58 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,603
Posted By itchyjoe

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmedhealth/PMH000220...

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmedhealth/PMH0002202/

Maybe a Baker's cyst? Just fishing here, but is a fairly common cause of posterior knee pain. If it persists, see your local Ortho doc---MRI,...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-12-12, 06:48 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,675
Posted By itchyjoe

Maybe it's a giant heel spur called a Haglund's...

Maybe it's a giant heel spur called a Haglund's deformity and here's a link: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Haglund%27s_deformity I don't know about conservative Rx but surgery involves lying prone...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-10-12, 12:02 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,960
Posted By itchyjoe

Have you had your testosterone level checked? It...

Have you had your testosterone level checked? It may already be WNL and then if you supplement, you're playing with fire; you don't wanna say "why'd I get greedy" in 5 years. Just keep riding and...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-02-12, 10:05 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,172
Posted By itchyjoe

You can leave blood type off---no hospital would...

You can leave blood type off---no hospital would ever transfuse based on what's written on a card or road ID. You'd always get retyped first.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-02-12, 11:41 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,084
Posted By itchyjoe

Wash my shorts in the shower, wearing them inside...

Wash my shorts in the shower, wearing them inside out with a soapy loofa (sp?) You have to take them off to rinse all the soap out!
Forum: Road Cycling
06-23-12, 07:06 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 4,024
Posted By itchyjoe

I like all the above ideas and just want to add...

I like all the above ideas and just want to add that I avoid coffee (caffeine) before a hot morning ride due to its diuretic/dehydrating properties. Plus I put a pinch of Morton's "no salt" in my...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-28-12, 05:30 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 10,344
Posted By itchyjoe

You might try temporarily wrapping your seat top...

You might try temporarily wrapping your seat top with bubble wrap till healed. I know it's cheesy but it is cheap and actually helps!
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