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Posted By Bassmanbob

What Do You Buy & Eat During Self-Supported Extended Endurance Events?

I've enjoyed doing century events and one double century event that was supported. But now I'm considering doing self-supported extended endurance events like Randonneuring rides. Unfortunately,...
02-07-24, 07:48 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,931
Posted By Bassmanbob

Godspeed on your recovery!!!

Godspeed on your recovery!!!
01-21-24, 10:57 AM
Replies: 131
Views: 4,950
Posted By Bassmanbob

I've found that I cannot out-exercise what I put...

I've found that I cannot out-exercise what I put in my mouth. I can ride as many miles as I want and still put on weight if I don't watch what and how much I eat. Remember, what you put in your...
01-04-24, 06:47 PM
Replies: 158
Views: 9,467
Posted By Bassmanbob

Well, I guess I'm one of those guys who bought a...

Well, I guess I'm one of those guys who bought a "magic" Ti bike. I have a Moots Vamoots disc RSL. I've had it 19 months, and the honeymoon is not yet over. I love this bike.
Background: I'm a 58...
11-26-23, 12:49 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,692
Posted By Bassmanbob

No, not that I’m aware of. Things I think caused...

No, not that I’m aware of. Things I think caused me to not finish RAW double century in August after completing the Sea 2 Key double century in April:
1. I didn’t train hills enough.
2. Upon...
11-22-23, 02:39 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,692
Posted By Bassmanbob

THIS! Well this, and what I love about cycling...

THIS! Well this, and what I love about cycling is that I'm moving my own body from point A to point B with my own power. The bicycle makes me much more efficient, but it's still MY POWER that's...
11-21-23, 07:59 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,692
Posted By Bassmanbob

Endurance Riding and Age

I started cycling 9.5 years ago at the age of 49, and I've really loved gradually increasing my endurance riding since I've started. I've had some on and off years on the bike but I did my first...
11-21-23, 07:26 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 5,092
Posted By Bassmanbob

I used to use my iPhone with the app Cyclemeter....

I used to use my iPhone with the app Cyclemeter. It worked pretty well until the extreme heat of the South Florida summers on my Saturday morning endurance rides. After about 90 minutes my iPhone...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-07-23, 12:59 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 5,055
Posted By Bassmanbob

Welcome to the Titanium Club!!! "Once you to...

Welcome to the Titanium Club!!! "Once you to Titanium, there's nothing better for your cranium!"
Forum: Touring
09-06-23, 02:07 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 2,552
Posted By Bassmanbob

If I did an ACA trip, I'd want to do an...

If I did an ACA trip, I'd want to do an unsupported trip. It's an ego thing for me. I want to do my own work getting across the continent. I would like to share the experience with a friend, but...
Forum: Touring
09-05-23, 06:56 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 2,552
Posted By Bassmanbob

A number of people have suggested doing the tour...

A number of people have suggested doing the tour in sections. While this is something I would consider, my current vacation time is spent with my wife. She has 2.5 months off each summer and a week...
Forum: Touring
09-05-23, 06:33 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 2,552
Posted By Bassmanbob

Yeah. I plan to cook, but I plan to cook real...

Yeah. I plan to cook, but I plan to cook real food. I'm not much of a Ramen and boxed mac-n-cheese guy. My plan was to eat a simple breakfast like coffee and oatmeal with some sort of protein most...
Forum: Touring
09-05-23, 06:16 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 2,552
Posted By Bassmanbob

No. I can't trust another person to do what I do...

No. I can't trust another person to do what I do for 4 months.
I have considered joining an ACA group if needed.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-23-23, 06:12 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 2,775
Posted By Bassmanbob

Yep! I should have listened to you. I biked...

Yep! I should have listened to you. I biked with four 21 oz. bottles (3 electrolytes and 1 water), a top tube bag filled with 7 extra servings of my electrolyte powder, two Cliff bars and one Shot...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-06-23, 08:00 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 2,775
Posted By Bassmanbob

I started this thread specifically for a...

I started this thread specifically for a challenging ride for me, which is now in two weeks: Ride Across Wisconsin (RAW). I plan to do the one day full option, which is 235 miles with either 8,500...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-29-23, 07:47 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 2,775
Posted By Bassmanbob

When riding with others, I'm not going to cause...

When riding with others, I'm not going to cause everyone to stop and wait for me to do this.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-15-23, 07:09 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,400
Posted By Bassmanbob

That looks like a cool ride, but 1,200 km may be...

That looks like a cool ride, but 1,200 km may be a bit more than I can chew at this time. I am usually limited with how much time I can take off for these cycling mini-vacations. My wife has three...
12-03-22, 10:24 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 736
Posted By Bassmanbob

yes!!!

yes!!!
Forum: Road Cycling
10-13-22, 06:44 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 647
Posted By Bassmanbob

Tubeless Problems Resolved

A couple of months ago, I started a thread titled, Tubeless Problems. Here's the link in case you want to go through it. https://www.bikeforums.net/road-cycling/1256622-tubeless-problems.html

For...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-22-22, 08:47 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,893
Posted By Bassmanbob

UPDATE: My LBS owner has been working with me,...

UPDATE: My LBS owner has been working with me, as expected. We were going to retape the rear wheel today together. I know he would do it right and this would provide me an opportunity to learn as...
09-10-22, 08:30 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,529
Posted By Bassmanbob

I love my 2015 Trek 520. I use it more for...

I love my 2015 Trek 520. I use it more for commuting, but I've done two short tours on it too. I love that bike. It's heavy but loves to roll. I like to describe it as a nimble tank.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-16-22, 06:22 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,893
Posted By Bassmanbob

I understand what you are saying. Thanks.

I understand what you are saying. Thanks.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-16-22, 06:19 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,893
Posted By Bassmanbob

The whole bike is new (end of June), so the...

The whole bike is new (end of June), so the set-up is since then. I just received an Enve package of new tape and stems. I'll replace them all this weekend when I have time.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-03-22, 10:13 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,708
Posted By Bassmanbob

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1500x2000/cdf62de0_94b8_4ade_b7ab_16e581dba057_d6cdd0be12b508b81725b51e205503d40e01630e.jpeg
Who are you calling a gorilla?
Forum: Road Cycling
03-03-22, 10:03 PM
Replies: 128
Views: 35,414
Posted By Bassmanbob

And this is why I prefer dogs.

And this is why I prefer dogs.
02-11-22, 02:44 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 7,115
Posted By Bassmanbob

That’s what I thought when I saw it.

That’s what I thought when I saw it.
02-10-22, 03:11 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 7,115
Posted By Bassmanbob

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1500x2000/86540afd_8128_499f_a71e_9c7201a5196c_07bddf38f62ccfb48ca85b42ac61d4e31471288f.jpeg...
02-10-22, 03:05 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 7,115
Posted By Bassmanbob

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/e9672b24_2157_4faa_a3c5_65b25923c4ed_bf94f6fe75a146ba69d72062620d29bfb98276bb.jpeg
Here’s a picture I took three or four years ago.
02-06-22, 05:03 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 6,113
Posted By Bassmanbob

OMG! Want!!! Just take my money! Just take it!...

OMG! Want!!! Just take my money! Just take it! go ahead!
Forum: Commuting
01-10-22, 06:00 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,025
Posted By Bassmanbob

It's 7 PM, after an hour of waiting, and I...

It's 7 PM, after an hour of waiting, and I haven't heard any thunder. See ya!

No. I didn't eat any of her chocolate.
Forum: Commuting
01-10-22, 05:43 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,025
Posted By Bassmanbob

Stranded at Work

I changed into my cycling gear, turned on my Garmin and walked out the door... CRASH! A thunderstorm started right as I was leaving.

I bicycle commute twice a week to work, three times if I can,...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-09-22, 03:37 PM
Replies: 128
Views: 35,414
Posted By Bassmanbob

I don't own a No.22 nor have I tried one. That...

I don't own a No.22 nor have I tried one. That was the brand I was going to purchase but I ruled them out based on some mixed reviews. I have seen excellent reviews of theirs and some not so great....
Forum: Road Cycling
01-06-22, 07:32 PM
Replies: 128
Views: 35,414
Posted By Bassmanbob

As the thread starter, I just noticed this thread...

As the thread starter, I just noticed this thread was revived. Thank you for all of your comments. In October, I put a deposit on a Moots Vamoots Disc RSL with a brush finish and gold anodized...
12-30-21, 07:36 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,082
Posted By Bassmanbob

Sorry to hear about your loss. It's a bit close...

Sorry to hear about your loss. It's a bit close to home for me... kind of-- eventually. I'm 56, and my riding buddy is twenty years my senior. He continues to ride with our local cycling club and...
12-24-21, 04:10 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,392
Posted By Bassmanbob

I can't say just one. I have three very...

I can't say just one. I have three very meaningful rides this year that were epic for different reasons.

1. Three day local tour with my buddy, Pepe. We both want to do bicycle touring but...
12-07-21, 07:21 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 6,706
Posted By Bassmanbob

I read the first 15 posts, but here's my take on...

I read the first 15 posts, but here's my take on this. You road the bike one time... on a trainer... in three years. I would never sell a bike after one uncomfortable ride under those conditions. ...
12-04-21, 02:20 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 8,332
Posted By Bassmanbob

What motivates me: 1. I feel like I'm 15...

What motivates me:
1. I feel like I'm 15 years-old again when I'm on my bike... when I'm not climbing, at least.
2. I love the idea that I'm getting from point A to point B with only my power. The...
12-04-21, 02:02 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 5,247
Posted By Bassmanbob

Without reading all of the posts- I did read...

Without reading all of the posts- I did read yours- I just put a down payment on a new bike and went with the Ultegra group set. It's a lot of money for only a small amount of weight, and I couldn't...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-17-21, 08:00 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 6,364
Posted By Bassmanbob

I was at a SAG stop during the second day of a...

I was at a SAG stop during the second day of a two day right. I was hungry and tired... and then this happened.

They were making home made PB&J sandwiches and they also had oatmeal raisin...
11-06-21, 03:00 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,536
Posted By Bassmanbob

I had IT Band syndrome when I first started...

I had IT Band syndrome when I first started riding in 2014. I found out I had my saddle too high. I lowered it, did physical therapy and it got better soon. I must admit I got medical attention...
11-06-21, 02:54 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,806
Posted By Bassmanbob

Good luck! I'm looking forward to your build...

Good luck! I'm looking forward to your build thread.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-19-21, 07:12 PM
Replies: 3,143
Views: 1,014,158
Posted By Bassmanbob

I'm not usually a fan of purple on a bike, but...

I'm not usually a fan of purple on a bike, but Man! That is one sexy bike!
10-19-21, 06:39 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,194
Posted By Bassmanbob

I'm assuming you meant 8 miles west of A1A. 8...

I'm assuming you meant 8 miles west of A1A. 8 miles east of A1A, and you would be at the bottom of the ocean.
10-16-21, 06:18 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 10,895
Posted By Bassmanbob

I have a friend who is 76 years-old, and he rides...

I have a friend who is 76 years-old, and he rides a Madone. He kicks my ass every time we get to a hill.
09-02-21, 07:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 650
Posted By Bassmanbob

Excellent job! Welcome back. Register for the...

Excellent job! Welcome back. Register for the American Diabetes Association's Tour de Cure in your area and be a Red Rider!
Forum: Touring
08-27-21, 10:58 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,743
Posted By Bassmanbob

This idea is a dream for me, but I'd need to be...

This idea is a dream for me, but I'd need to be single again and with some more touring experience.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-09-21, 07:47 PM
Forum: Road Cycling
06-06-21, 08:08 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 10,789
Posted By Bassmanbob

When I first came to Bike Forums in May 2014, I...

When I first came to Bike Forums in May 2014, I was told to have thick skin in the Road Cycling forums. Now I see why. OK. I'll take what I have coming.
Forum: Touring
05-12-21, 06:53 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 6,658
Posted By Bassmanbob

I've done two very short test tours. One was two...

I've done two very short test tours. One was two days/one night and the other was three days/two nights. They both were in Florida's hot weather. I can't emphasize enough to properly hydrate...
05-05-21, 05:58 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 4,200
Posted By Bassmanbob

That whole post is SO Lab-like. I've had three...

That whole post is SO Lab-like. I've had three Labs. They were all different but all playful, lovable and indestructible as young dogs.
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