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Forum: Road Cycling
03-18-24, 07:03 PM
Replies: 10,496
Views: 179,921
Posted By datlas

One man’s observation is another man’s hounding. ...

One man’s observation is another man’s hounding.

-datlas
Forum: Road Cycling
03-18-24, 03:53 PM
Replies: 10,496
Views: 179,921
Posted By datlas

Just ordered the 2-pack GP5000 from Amazon. ...

Just ordered the 2-pack GP5000 from Amazon.

:bday:
Forum: Road Cycling
03-18-24, 11:29 AM
Replies: 10,496
Views: 179,921
Posted By datlas

One observation on tire width, probably most know...

One observation on tire width, probably most know this, but how wide a tire measures out depends not only in the tire but the RIM. Most newer rims are wider and stretch the tire out more.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-18-24, 10:59 AM
Replies: 10,496
Views: 179,921
Posted By datlas

I believe this, but honestly there is more to a...

I believe this, but honestly there is more to a tire than low RR. There is something about "road feel" that is tough to quantitate which I find with these tires and not others. It's subtle and...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-18-24, 10:41 AM
Replies: 10,496
Views: 179,921
Posted By datlas

And YOU want to be my latex salesman?!?? ...

And YOU want to be my latex salesman?!??

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TVkGSoqSMBw&pp=ygUpYW5kIHlvdSB3YW50IHRvIGJlIG15IGxhdGV4IHNhbGVzbWFuIGdpZiA%3D
Forum: Road Cycling
03-18-24, 09:44 AM
Replies: 10,496
Views: 179,921
Posted By datlas

Yes. I have tried offerings from Vittoria...

Yes.

I have tried offerings from Vittoria and Pirelli which might be 20% cheaper than Conti and maybe it's placebo, but I really like my Contis...so splurging on tires and tubes (I sometimes...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-18-24, 09:38 AM
Replies: 10,496
Views: 179,921
Posted By datlas

Phooey. I am pretty picky about my tires, so...

Phooey. I am pretty picky about my tires, so despite my thrift I will pony up whatever is necessary for the GP5Ks. I was hopeful to find them for 50-60 bucks a pop (not 70), what with the glut of...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-16-24, 06:26 AM
Replies: 10,496
Views: 179,921
Posted By datlas

The Saturn has window cranks. When I used to...

The Saturn has window cranks. When I used to give the kids’ friends a ride, it also confused them, but the smart ones would respond “Oh! That’s why they say roll down the window!”
Forum: Road Cycling
03-16-24, 06:24 AM
Replies: 10,496
Views: 179,921
Posted By datlas

No riding today. We are all piling into the car...

No riding today. We are all piling into the car and going to NJ for my dad’s 90th birthday party.

:bday:
03-16-24, 05:12 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 704
Posted By datlas

Are you suggesting a certain individual is not...

Are you suggesting a certain individual is not “normal?”

:innocent:
Forum: Road Cycling
03-15-24, 02:51 PM
Replies: 10,496
Views: 179,921
Posted By datlas

I would not kick it off my driveway. ...

I would not kick it off my driveway.

Speaking of which….
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Forum: Road Cycling
03-14-24, 08:46 AM
Replies: 10,496
Views: 179,921
Posted By datlas

Making Plans for Nigel? Cue up some classic...

Making Plans for Nigel? Cue up some classic XTC:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AiIlcew-GVM&pp=ygUaeHRjIG1ha2luZyBwbGFucyBmb3IgbmlnZWw%3D
Forum: Road Cycling
03-12-24, 07:53 AM
Replies: 10,496
Views: 179,921
Posted By datlas

I have also heard about stuffing leaves/grass...

I have also heard about stuffing leaves/grass into the tire. Honestly, I suspect it probably only helps a teeny tiny amount. I would be making the call of shame if it came to that.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-12-24, 03:35 AM
Replies: 10,496
Views: 179,921
Posted By datlas

I have read that if you snip the top off the...

I have read that if you snip the top off the valve cover and screw it back on, you can use a schrader pump on a presta valve.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-10-24, 03:16 PM
Replies: 10,496
Views: 179,921
Posted By datlas

I see and approve. Clearly Linda F does not. ...

I see and approve. Clearly Linda F does not.
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Forum: Road Cycling
03-10-24, 01:10 PM
Replies: 10,496
Views: 179,921
Posted By datlas

We had a chilly and wet ride today. We also had...

We had a chilly and wet ride today. We also had two flats, one was mine.

Even so, it was a fine time. It was my first rainy ride in my new Assos winter jacket, and it did seem to be reasonably...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-09-24, 03:51 PM
Replies: 10,496
Views: 179,921
Posted By datlas

I just spoke with my friend who crashed. He is...

I just spoke with my friend who crashed. He is in good spirits and getting released from the hospital this evening.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-09-24, 01:37 PM
Replies: 10,496
Views: 179,921
Posted By datlas

Left wrist. I don’t think he is a southpaw but...

Left wrist. I don’t think he is a southpaw but not positive. Either way he should be ok. I know he and his wife have a Peloton and he is also a runner, so plenty of options to stay in shape.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-09-24, 08:54 AM
Replies: 10,496
Views: 179,921
Posted By datlas

Yup. He has nice bikes and nice cars. He also...

Yup. He has nice bikes and nice cars. He also has a McLaren convertible for fun driving, the Taycan is his daily utility car.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-09-24, 08:27 AM
Replies: 10,496
Views: 179,921
Posted By datlas

Yeah, it’s sobering. My friend is supposed...

Yeah, it’s sobering.

My friend is supposed to have surgery for his wrist today and, fingers crossed, going home if all ok.

I have his bike at my place, other than one shattered pedal, it...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-08-24, 05:49 AM
Replies: 10,496
Views: 179,921
Posted By datlas

The Saturn is still chugging along. It will have...

The Saturn is still chugging along. It will have its 26th birthday this summer.

I may need a new vehicle for next year. My suspicion is I will be driving my father’s minivan.

He has not...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-06-24, 03:31 PM
Replies: 10,496
Views: 179,921
Posted By datlas

Da Brim looks like it would go well with Back-Up...

Da Brim looks like it would go well with Back-Up Barz(tm).

Pass.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-05-24, 07:14 AM
Replies: 10,496
Views: 179,921
Posted By datlas

I knew that helmet reminded me of something. I...

I knew that helmet reminded me of something. I could not place it. One of my friends helped me make the connection:

Looks like it was designed for the space creature from "Alien."
Forum: Road Cycling
03-04-24, 06:43 PM
Replies: 10,496
Views: 179,921
Posted By datlas

Got a call today. Some patient got a “shot” at a...

Got a call today. Some patient got a “shot” at a spa for their “health” and now has severe nausea and wants us to fix them.

I suspect they got Ozempic or equivalent, which can cause severe...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-04-24, 06:37 PM
Replies: 10,496
Views: 179,921
Posted By datlas

RMOT ...

RMOT

https://youtu.be/stqG2ihMvP0?si=WrEvDbeyc98neGAJ
Forum: Road Cycling
03-03-24, 03:02 PM
Replies: 10,496
Views: 179,921
Posted By datlas

Mrs datlas and I wanted to go for a walk since...

Mrs datlas and I wanted to go for a walk since it’s sunny and 64F out. We have lovely preserves in the area but with recent rains they are super muddy. So we took a walk on the local MUP. It was...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-03-24, 10:43 AM
Replies: 10,496
Views: 179,921
Posted By datlas

I am around just busy. Rode on Friday out to...

I am around just busy. Rode on Friday out to Shirk’s Bike Shop:

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Forum: Road Cycling
02-28-24, 10:42 AM
Replies: 10,496
Views: 179,921
Posted By datlas

Today’s ride was canceled due to rain. I did an...

Today’s ride was canceled due to rain. I did an hour on Zwift instead, which was tolerable but nearly as much fun.

We are changing our EMR system at work from Allscripts to EPIC on 4/1, and...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-27-24, 01:03 PM
Replies: 10,496
Views: 179,921
Posted By datlas

Wedding pics are fine but thread needs more cat...

Wedding pics are fine but thread needs more cat pics.

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Forum: Road Cycling
02-26-24, 02:46 PM
Replies: 10,496
Views: 179,921
Posted By datlas

You guys may recall that I just started using Di2...

You guys may recall that I just started using Di2 a couple months ago. I had been "checking" my battery every week and it was >50% so I was not worried.

Yesterday halfway through the ride, my FD...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-26-24, 09:13 AM
Replies: 10,496
Views: 179,921
Posted By datlas

Interesting. I really want my kids (when the...

Interesting. I really want my kids (when the time is right) to go to Vegas and elope, and when they come back we can have a little celebration on the deck/backyard, and I will spring for pizzas and...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-25-24, 05:27 PM
Replies: 10,496
Views: 179,921
Posted By datlas

Looks like Trainsnorter gets the top of the...

Looks like Trainsnorter gets the top of the podium this week. I will have to settle for KOM.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-25-24, 06:14 AM
Replies: 10,496
Views: 179,921
Posted By datlas

It’s 19F out. My friends are all delaying our...

It’s 19F out. My friends are all delaying our Sunday ride for temps to warm up, but I have a family obligation so I must bundle up and ride now. I am hopeful this might be the last really cold ride...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-24-24, 06:46 AM
Replies: 10,496
Views: 179,921
Posted By datlas

With both UAE Tour and Omloop today (plus another...

With both UAE Tour and Omloop today (plus another stage race in Spain), I really miss GCN+.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-23-24, 02:54 PM
Replies: 10,496
Views: 179,921
Posted By datlas

It’s on my list too.

It’s on my list too.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-23-24, 02:53 PM
Replies: 10,496
Views: 179,921
Posted By datlas

Road trip with Mrs datlas to Carlisle, PA. A...

Road trip with Mrs datlas to Carlisle, PA. A family friend has a daughter with an event/opening at a gallery in Dickinson College.

The downtown is quite walkable. genejockey you may want to put it...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-23-24, 06:55 AM
Replies: 10,496
Views: 179,921
Posted By datlas

A very rare 2/6 on wordle today. :bday:

A very rare 2/6 on wordle today. :bday:
Forum: Road Cycling
02-22-24, 01:54 PM
Replies: 10,496
Views: 179,921
Posted By datlas

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ejnoQsZ8rpc&pp=ygU...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ejnoQsZ8rpc&pp=ygUPc2VpbmZlbGQgc2xpY2Vy
02-21-24, 04:57 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 504
Posted By datlas

I like Lanterne Rouge but it’s all about pro...

I like Lanterne Rouge but it’s all about pro cycling.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-21-24, 12:47 PM
Replies: 10,496
Views: 179,921
Posted By datlas

:twitchy:

:twitchy:
Forum: Road Cycling
02-21-24, 12:30 PM
Replies: 10,496
Views: 179,921
Posted By datlas

We had a good midweek ride. Starting temps in...

We had a good midweek ride. Starting temps in the upper 20’s meant occasional frozen runoff, but we were extra vigilant and only had to stop/dismount/walk a couple times. Way better than the...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-20-24, 12:16 PM
Replies: 10,496
Views: 179,921
Posted By datlas

You're gonna miss me when I'm gone.... ...

You're gonna miss me when I'm gone....

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cmSbXsFE3l8&pp=ygUieW91J3JlIGdvbm5hIG1pc3MgbWUgd2hlbiBpJ20gZ29uZQ%3D%3D
Forum: Road Cycling
02-19-24, 06:16 PM
Replies: 10,496
Views: 179,921
Posted By datlas

My club has a board. I got drafted during Covid...

My club has a board. I got drafted during Covid to be the “Ride Director” because of my medical background. It’s a crappy position and I was very happy to resign my post after 2 years.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-19-24, 05:43 PM
Replies: 10,496
Views: 179,921
Posted By datlas

Looks like they have a C ride from Summit...

Looks like they have a C ride from Summit Bicycles in Palo Alto which might be worth checking out.

https://www.altovelo.org/c-ride
Forum: Road Cycling
02-19-24, 05:33 PM
Replies: 10,496
Views: 179,921
Posted By datlas

We had this debate in our club. Some people...

We had this debate in our club. Some people argued very hard that e-bikes should be banned.

We ended up compromising that it’s up to the discretion of the ride leader.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-19-24, 11:57 AM
Replies: 10,496
Views: 179,921
Posted By datlas

So one of my friends is thinking of getting a new...

So one of my friends is thinking of getting a new Trek Madone. Someone suggested getting an older frame with the prior sponsor. I suggested the new team colors might be a lidl bit better.

/dadjoke
Forum: Road Cycling
02-19-24, 11:28 AM
Replies: 10,496
Views: 179,921
Posted By datlas

It's interesting how some group rides are...

It's interesting how some group rides are well-behaved and some are totally disorganized. Sigh.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-19-24, 10:31 AM
Replies: 10,496
Views: 179,921
Posted By datlas

Do they think it means having a wicked fastball?

Do they think it means having a wicked fastball?
Forum: Road Cycling
02-18-24, 01:37 PM
Replies: 10,496
Views: 179,921
Posted By datlas

Oh no! Guadalajara won’t do…. ...

Oh no! Guadalajara won’t do….

https://youtu.be/GCX635Z7_PE?si=M4KU1DuY2GXOgbim
Forum: Road Cycling
02-18-24, 10:11 AM
Replies: 10,496
Views: 179,921
Posted By datlas

Ok I will do my best. I wish management could...

Ok I will do my best. I wish management could improve the censor, maybe an AI plug-in could help?

ps “Bad” words likely lie in the realm of intent and context
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