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Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
07-09-14, 09:03 PM
Replies: 298
Views: 13,856
Posted By Inquisitor.

I picked Lars Boom for my team after watching...

I picked Lars Boom for my team after watching footage of him racing in a breakaway. I had a feeling he was the type of rider that could win stages if the conditions were right. He's a strong rider...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-09-14, 04:05 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,083
Posted By Inquisitor.

Losing Froome may be a crushing blow to my team. ...

Losing Froome may be a crushing blow to my team. I wish I had followed my instincts and picked someone else when I was considering his crash in the Dauphine. Nibali is having an epic performance. ...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
07-07-14, 11:16 PM
Replies: 3,193
Views: 205,489
Posted By Inquisitor.

Hey Matt, I hope you make a full recovery.

Hey Matt, I hope you make a full recovery.
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-07-14, 09:20 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,286
Posted By Inquisitor.

For free videos of races, the steephill.tv app is...

For free videos of races, the steephill.tv app is absolutely the best. I also paid $15 for the official tour app, and it's worth the money. However, I still find myself using the steephill.tv app...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-05-14, 05:33 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,083
Posted By Inquisitor.

Looks like my sprinters gave me an early lead. ...

Looks like my sprinters gave me an early lead. We'll see if my climbers pull their weight tomorrow.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
06-28-14, 02:09 PM
Replies: 3,193
Views: 205,489
Posted By Inquisitor.

When the two guys I expected to attack weren't...

When the two guys I expected to attack weren't there, I coasted up to the breakaway and asked them to work with me. I knew if I attacked, they wouldn't be able to hold my wheel after all the work...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
06-26-14, 10:00 AM
Replies: 3,193
Views: 205,489
Posted By Inquisitor.

Local racing series Cat 4/5 Crit Other...

Local racing series Cat 4/5 Crit


Other than a 2nd place finish, I've had pretty mediocre results since my crash just over 2 months ago. The road rash cleared up quickly, but I let my weekly...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
04-21-14, 08:49 PM
Replies: 1,870
Views: 195,127
Posted By Inquisitor.

I'm in the market for new shoes too. I've been...

I'm in the market for new shoes too. I've been wearing a pair of Sidi shoes for 10 years (possibly Genius model), but they're wearing a little thin after my crash. They've always been extremely...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
04-21-14, 08:03 PM
Replies: 24,977
Views: 1,346,870
Posted By Inquisitor.

I bought the Physical Damage Coverage...

I bought the Physical Damage Coverage (http://www.markelinsuresfun.com/products/bicycle/rates-and-coverage).
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
04-21-14, 03:05 PM
Replies: 24,977
Views: 1,346,870
Posted By Inquisitor.

I just bought bicycle insurance. Hopefully, I...

I just bought bicycle insurance. Hopefully, I won't need it.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
04-21-14, 12:18 PM
Replies: 1,870
Views: 195,127
Posted By Inquisitor.

My new Felt AR4 is incredibly fast. I rode a 1.1...

My new Felt AR4 is incredibly fast. I rode a 1.1 mile loop with with 10-15 mph wind without my aero wheels yesterday, and I was several seconds faster per lap than riding my old S-Works with no wind...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
04-19-14, 07:58 AM
Replies: 24,977
Views: 1,346,870
Posted By Inquisitor.

The new bike came in yesterday. I just need to...

The new bike came in yesterday. I just need to put the crankset, power meter, and race wheels on. Does anyone have experience with bicycle insurance? It seems like it could be worthwhile...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
04-18-14, 06:27 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 5,589
Posted By Inquisitor.

The new bike is in. I just need to put the...

The new bike is in. I just need to put the crankset, power meter, and race wheels on.

375528
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
04-17-14, 12:44 PM
Replies: 263
Views: 18,560
Posted By Inquisitor.

Man, I feel for you. I've been off my bike a...

Man, I feel for you. I've been off my bike a week, and it's driving me crazy. I can't imagine not riding for 3 months. Although you made a slight adjustment as you entered the corner, it looks...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
04-16-14, 02:38 PM
Replies: 1,870
Views: 195,127
Posted By Inquisitor.

I typically ride about 160-200 miles a week. I...

I typically ride about 160-200 miles a week. I guess I'll just ride it a few times and see how I like the Ultegra shifters before I replace them. I figured if I replaced the shifters/derailers...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
04-16-14, 12:37 PM
Replies: 1,870
Views: 195,127
Posted By Inquisitor.

My new Felt AR4 should arrive on Friday. I'm...

My new Felt AR4 should arrive on Friday. I'm trying to decide if I should stick with the mechanical Ultegra 11 speed shifters that come with it, or replace it with SRAM Red or Force 22, or Ultegra...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
04-12-14, 09:18 PM
Replies: 3,193
Views: 205,489
Posted By Inquisitor.

Nice job.

Nice job.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
04-12-14, 07:21 AM
Replies: 3,036
Views: 361,456
Posted By Inquisitor.

One thing I like about the Garmin Virb is that...

One thing I like about the Garmin Virb is that the battery lasts close to 3 hours.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
04-11-14, 02:53 PM
Replies: 3,036
Views: 361,456
Posted By Inquisitor.

I use a Garmin Virb and a Virb Elite camera with...

I use a Garmin Virb and a Virb Elite camera with Virb Edit software. I love the cameras and the software is easy to use.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
04-11-14, 02:48 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 5,589
Posted By Inquisitor.

The shop owner was in the race with me, and we...

The shop owner was in the race with me, and we get a team deal with Felt.







I've heard great things about the 2014 AR, so I decided to give it a shot.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
04-11-14, 10:44 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 5,589
Posted By Inquisitor.

I loved my DA 7800, but despite everything my LBS...

I loved my DA 7800, but despite everything my LBS has tried, it wouldn't shift well under load to the 12 and 11 tooth. I actually ordered a new bike as soon as I walked back to the start/finish...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
04-11-14, 10:05 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 5,589
Posted By Inquisitor.

I had read you blog post on Road Rash previously,...

I had read you blog post on Road Rash previously, and it was the first thing I looked at when I went shopping for first aid stuff. They didn't have Tegaderm at the store, but the hurt free...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
04-11-14, 09:59 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 5,589
Posted By Inquisitor.

I think I've read your advice about practicing...

I think I've read your advice about practicing moving around in the pack in your blog or another forum post. I've done this in a couple races, and definitely plan on more in the future. This was a...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
04-11-14, 09:13 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 5,589
Posted By Inquisitor.

I've had people squeeze through in a tight pack...

I've had people squeeze through in a tight pack with no issues. I called it negligence rather than maliciousness because I believe it was accidental. The rider came up to me afterwards to apologize...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
04-11-14, 08:28 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 5,589
Posted By Inquisitor.

The front camera swung forward from the sudden...

The front camera swung forward from the sudden deceleration, but didn't impact anything. I'll put the crank, chainrings, and power meter on a new bike, but the components are old DA 7800, and not...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
04-11-14, 07:46 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 5,589
Posted By Inquisitor.

I had my elbows out, but he was slightly ahead of...

I had my elbows out, but he was slightly ahead of me and hit my handlebars with his forearm. He was fixated on following the wheel of the rider who passed in front of me and completely lacked...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
04-10-14, 11:37 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 5,589
Posted By Inquisitor.

"Sorry" doesn't replace my bike...

I expected to hit the pavement eventually racing bicycles, but it's especially frustrating when it happens on a wide open road on a closed course. We were entering a right turn, and the rider passing...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
04-07-14, 07:23 PM
Replies: 3,193
Views: 205,489
Posted By Inquisitor.

Thanks everyone. A while back a few of you...

Thanks everyone. A while back a few of you suggested working on my sprint. The gains I've made in my peak power have made me a much more well-rounded cyclist, and allowed me to be where I need to...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
04-07-14, 01:12 PM
Replies: 3,036
Views: 361,456
Posted By Inquisitor.

Sometimes hard work pays off, and things end up...

Sometimes hard work pays off, and things end up as they should.

http://youtu.be/gsauYhNDmK8
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
04-06-14, 07:34 PM
Replies: 3,193
Views: 205,489
Posted By Inquisitor.

Rock Hill Bicycle Club Classic - Cat 5, Crit 4th,...

Rock Hill Bicycle Club Classic - Cat 5, Crit 4th, AM RR 2nd, PM RR 5th


Saturday Crit - 4th Place

The Crit on Saturday was supposed to be 13x 1.2 mile laps. It was a technical 8 corner race...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
04-05-14, 09:48 PM
Replies: 3,193
Views: 205,489
Posted By Inquisitor.

I don't know what chocolate bacon pie is, but I...

I don't know what chocolate bacon pie is, but I want some.



Also, nice job Aaron.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
04-05-14, 09:38 PM
Replies: 3,193
Views: 205,489
Posted By Inquisitor.

Awesome job.

Awesome job.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
04-04-14, 01:57 PM
Replies: 3,193
Views: 205,489
Posted By Inquisitor.

I've cycled on and off most of my life, and did a...

I've cycled on and off most of my life, and did a few triathlons in my mid 20's. I was deployed in Afghanistan for 8 months, and took the opportunity to get back in shape, and registered for my...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
04-02-14, 08:09 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,699
Posted By Inquisitor.

It looks like it's time to download another one...

It looks like it's time to download another one of Matt's excellent apps.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
04-02-14, 07:14 PM
Replies: 3,193
Views: 205,489
Posted By Inquisitor.

Thanks. I just looked at the official finishing...

Thanks. I just looked at the official finishing times, and I ended up beating the first place rider in Cat 1/2/3 by a little over 2 seconds.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
04-02-14, 03:55 PM
Replies: 3,193
Views: 205,489
Posted By Inquisitor.

Prologue to my local racing series. Cat 4/5 1st...

Prologue to my local racing series. Cat 4/5 1st Place


We had a Merckx style, 3 Mile TT to open up the series. The wind was blowing 10-15 MPH with a ton of pollen in the air. I ended up...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
03-29-14, 10:02 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 9,252
Posted By Inquisitor.

It looks like the rider on the left was loosely...

It looks like the rider on the left was loosely following the rider in front of him. When the rider in front moved to the right, the rider tried to force his way over. When the rider on the left...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
03-29-14, 09:08 PM
Replies: 3,193
Views: 205,489
Posted By Inquisitor.

+1

+1
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
03-29-14, 06:11 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,557
Posted By Inquisitor.

I miss the weather in SoCal. At least it's been...

I miss the weather in SoCal. At least it's been a mild winter for the most part in the South East.

I'll ride when it's cold. I'll ride when it's wet. I just prefer not to do both at the same...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
03-29-14, 04:29 PM
Replies: 262
Views: 18,160
Posted By Inquisitor.

I was doing close to 40mph on a flat road the...

I was doing close to 40mph on a flat road the other day...







However, that was drafting a large truck. The fastest I've ever sprinted on a flat road without a tailwind was about 37mph,...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
03-29-14, 04:09 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,557
Posted By Inquisitor.

I'm sure there was some value riding in lousy...

I'm sure there was some value riding in lousy weather. Was doing intervals inside an option?
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
03-29-14, 04:01 PM
Replies: 3,193
Views: 205,489
Posted By Inquisitor.

Awesome job. Do you have a podium picture?

Awesome job. Do you have a podium picture?
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
03-29-14, 12:30 PM
Replies: 3,193
Views: 205,489
Posted By Inquisitor.

Nice job.

Nice job.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
03-29-14, 11:49 AM
Replies: 24,977
Views: 1,346,870
Posted By Inquisitor.

Yeah, I don't really NEED to upgrade, but I'm...

Yeah, I don't really NEED to upgrade, but I'm definitely considering it if I end up buying a new bike this year.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
03-29-14, 09:46 AM
Replies: 24,977
Views: 1,346,870
Posted By Inquisitor.

I'm still using the same Look pedals I've had the...

I'm still using the same Look pedals I've had the past 12 years. I've been meaning to upgrade, but they work fine, and I can't decide what I want.
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
03-27-14, 02:23 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,727
Posted By Inquisitor.

Although Phil Gaimon is a professional, I...

Although Phil Gaimon is a professional, I intentionally posted this in the 33 because the content of the podcast is primarily tips and techniques that apply to amateur racing.
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
03-27-14, 12:36 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,727
Posted By Inquisitor.

Turning Pro the Phil Giamon Way

I came across a great Podcast interview with Phil Gaimon on Semi-Pro Cycling. He talks about how he went from being a couch potato, to amateur, to pro rider on Garmin-Sharp.

Here is the Link...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
03-22-14, 09:13 PM
Replies: 18,950
Views: 1,255,284
Posted By Inquisitor.

I finally broke 1200w this week. I could only...

I finally broke 1200w this week. I could only hit around 800w a few months ago, so I'm pretty happy. Hopefully I can get up to 1300-1400w before I plateau.


I botched the first 2 sprints on the...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
03-17-14, 08:31 PM
Replies: 3,193
Views: 205,489
Posted By Inquisitor.

+1

+1
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
03-16-14, 08:52 PM
Replies: 18,950
Views: 1,255,284
Posted By Inquisitor.

Maybe I'm reading into this the wrong way, but...

Maybe I'm reading into this the wrong way, but please keep your head up enough to watch the road and stay safe.

As for the mental side of things... Pushing yourself hard in training will...
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