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08-19-19, 07:52 AM
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08-19-19, 07:56 AM
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87º now. Got one important thing done and then, if I can find a clinic room to check out a research volunteer in, I can go home.
08-19-19, 07:58 AM
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I'm with Lester. As the rest(mostly) of you slide toward cooler, drier days, we're looking at two more months of high humidity coupled with triple digits. September, traditionally, is the worst. I've long wondered if that is because we're so ready for it to be over, or if it really is the worst. Like March when we lived in se Ohio.
08-19-19, 09:22 AM
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Went out for an errand. Saw a large praying mantis on the corner. Took a photo, but it came out blurry. Wonder if they like the heat.
08-19-19, 09:27 AM
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I'm with Lester. As the rest(mostly) of you slide toward cooler, drier days, we're looking at two more months of high humidity coupled with triple digits. September, traditionally, is the worst. I've long wondered if that is because we're so ready for it to be over, or if it really is the worst. Like March when we lived in se Ohio.
08-19-19, 09:34 AM
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Question- what’s the cheapest smart trainer that allows Zwift to control resistance? Direct drive trainers seem to cost more than my bike. If I understand correctly, the Kinetic Road Machine is a “smart trainer” in that it sends speed/power data via BT, but only the $200 pricier “road machine control” version is variable resistance, right? Any cheaper options?
Reason I’m asking is because we had a little baby girl 4 days ago and wifey was kind enough to let me get out for a couple rides, but in general a trainer will be more dependable for quick workouts.
Reason I’m asking is because we had a little baby girl 4 days ago and wifey was kind enough to let me get out for a couple rides, but in general a trainer will be more dependable for quick workouts.
08-19-19, 09:44 AM
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Question- what’s the cheapest smart trainer that allows Zwift to control resistance? Direct drive trainers seem to cost more than my bike. If I understand correctly, the Kinetic Road Machine is a “smart trainer” in that it sends speed/power data via BT, but only the $200 pricier “road machine control” version is variable resistance, right? Any cheaper options?
Reason I’m asking is because we had a little baby girl 4 days ago and wifey was kind enough to let me get out for a couple rides, but in general a trainer will be more dependable for quick workouts.
Reason I’m asking is because we had a little baby girl 4 days ago and wifey was kind enough to let me get out for a couple rides, but in general a trainer will be more dependable for quick workouts.
New they're like $600. Sometimes they sell refurb units and also you might get lucky and find one on a facebook buy/sell site.
ETA: Congrats on the baby!
08-19-19, 09:55 AM
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08-19-19, 10:01 AM
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Question- what’s the cheapest smart trainer that allows Zwift to control resistance? Direct drive trainers seem to cost more than my bike. If I understand correctly, the Kinetic Road Machine is a “smart trainer” in that it sends speed/power data via BT, but only the $200 pricier “road machine control” version is variable resistance, right? Any cheaper options?
08-19-19, 10:23 AM
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Hey @MoAlpha, did you see my cramp posting earlier? I am confident that the cramps I get periodically (including yesterday) are what they classify as "muscle fatigue" cramps. I kinda DON'T think they are an electrolyte or hydration problem, as I have had hotter rides, longer rides, and borderline dehydration rides with NO cramps. These are cramps that come on several hours into a HARD ride. But once they hit, I have a tough time continuing to ride, even at a reduced effort. I know some studies say this is not really a "muscle" problem per se but a nerve issue, and the latest treatments/elixirs are targeted towards certain semi-caustic agents that cause a reflex response to the motor neurons. I have not tried anything and would prefer to PREVENT the cramps, but treatment is also a consideration.
Any thoughts?
Any thoughts?
08-19-19, 10:40 AM
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!Enjoy this time. My nephew just turned 3, and I could have sworn he just learned how to crawl around just last week- the time really does fly by.
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08-19-19, 10:43 AM
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08-19-19, 10:56 AM
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I'm with Lester. As the rest(mostly) of you slide toward cooler, drier days, we're looking at two more months of high humidity coupled with triple digits. September, traditionally, is the worst. I've long wondered if that is because we're so ready for it to be over, or if it really is the worst. Like March when we lived in se Ohio.
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08-19-19, 11:01 AM
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08-19-19, 11:30 AM
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Question- what’s the cheapest smart trainer that allows Zwift to control resistance? Direct drive trainers seem to cost more than my bike. If I understand correctly, the Kinetic Road Machine is a “smart trainer” in that it sends speed/power data via BT, but only the $200 pricier “road machine control” version is variable resistance, right? Any cheaper options?
Reason I’m asking is because we had a little baby girl 4 days ago and wifey was kind enough to let me get out for a couple rides, but in general a trainer will be more dependable for quick workouts.
Reason I’m asking is because we had a little baby girl 4 days ago and wifey was kind enough to let me get out for a couple rides, but in general a trainer will be more dependable for quick workouts.
08-19-19, 12:56 PM
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Next bike gear must-have:
Drillium Bell!!!
Drillium Bell!!!
08-19-19, 01:13 PM
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Dumptruck took out a couple of cars on the way to this perfect Subway restaurant insertion in Seattle.
08-19-19, 01:17 PM
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08-19-19, 01:22 PM
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Hard to tell if the massive looking t-storm moving through the city is going to hit us or slide to the north, but it's gotten dark enough that some street lights have come on.
08-19-19, 01:24 PM
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08-19-19, 01:35 PM
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08-19-19, 01:36 PM
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There is another giant, dead cock-a-roach floating in one of the urinals on my floor.