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03-14-24, 11:07 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 832
Posted By CAT7RDR

I've only completed a handful of flat centuries...

I've only completed a handful of flat centuries and none recently.
What I do recall, is make sure you keep a schedule to hydrate and fuel your ride.
Find out what works for you on say a 100 KM...
03-12-24, 09:52 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 1,519
Posted By CAT7RDR

Railroad Tracks crossings and not taking the...

Railroad Tracks crossings and not taking the proper angle. Ouch!!!
Young women texting while speeding and side swiping me.
My own poor personal judgment to press on when I am in heat exhaustion or...
03-10-24, 04:46 PM
Replies: 2,844
Views: 349,830
Posted By CAT7RDR

Not a good winter for me due to getting sick a...

Not a good winter for me due to getting sick a few times and home remodeling eating away riding time.
Huffed and puffed for 30 miles and 3.8K of climb in La Habra Hgts and Whittier Hills.
Just glad...
03-07-24, 08:46 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 1,666
Posted By CAT7RDR

If you are serious about fit and comfort,...

If you are serious about fit and comfort, purchase a nice pair of bib shorts and just wear a MTB nylon shell type short over it.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-04-24, 09:39 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 7,835
Posted By CAT7RDR

Here is the just released second interview on the...

Here is the just released second interview on the Roadman Podcast.
Only caught the first 10 minutes but wanted to alert the forum.

LeMond - "True Story About Why I Quit Cycling" | Omerta Busted
03-04-24, 09:43 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 806
Posted By CAT7RDR

Yep! I just see them as another type of...

Yep! I just see them as another type of motorcycle. They belong on the road and not on MUPS if they are cruising at 30-40 mph.
For those that honestly just need a 100 watt boost to get up over a...
03-02-24, 07:09 PM
Replies: 392
Views: 20,476
Posted By CAT7RDR

You might checkout John and Mira's setup? ...

You might checkout John and Mira's setup?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u70pCU3slOQ
03-02-24, 05:17 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 2,379
Posted By CAT7RDR

I have a Kestrel with Ultegra 6800 and when I...

I have a Kestrel with Ultegra 6800 and when I went from a 11-28 to a new 8000 GS rear mech and an 11-34 cassette the shifting was noticeably rougher in the 27-30-34 shifts.
I learned to live with it...
02-28-24, 11:04 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,132
Posted By CAT7RDR

Take care of yourself Larry. Skin cancer is no...

Take care of yourself Larry.
Skin cancer is no joke going shirtless.
I'm getting a half-dollar sized growth removed next week from my left leg.
02-28-24, 07:50 AM
Replies: 392
Views: 20,476
Posted By CAT7RDR

When the straps are the correct length for my...

When the straps are the correct length for my torso, I prefer bibs for overall comfort.
If the straps are short and they press tightly on my shoulders, I will only wear that specific bibshort for...
02-27-24, 09:10 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 273
Posted By CAT7RDR

Just remember there are still service vehicles...

Just remember there are still service vehicles out and about on GMR-GRR even when all the gates are closed.
02-27-24, 02:20 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 914
Posted By CAT7RDR

Had it twice the most recent over Christmas 2023...

Had it twice the most recent over Christmas 2023 and in February 2020.
No jabs for me and no long lasting effects other than lost conditioning I'm still working on from January 2024.
First round...
02-22-24, 08:39 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 2,681
Posted By CAT7RDR

"On your left." I cannot fix societal...

"On your left."

I cannot fix societal problems that women need to be highly cautious (fearful) of men in general.
02-20-24, 02:36 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 555
Posted By CAT7RDR

So going by the Slime website for a 2"x29" tire I...

So going by the Slime website for a 2"x29" tire I would need about 7-8 ounces per tire.
Perhaps that 7-8 ounces per tire would be better suited for a more robust tire?
02-18-24, 05:58 PM
Replies: 2,844
Views: 349,830
Posted By CAT7RDR

Thought about riding up to the Santa Fe Dam but...

Thought about riding up to the Santa Fe Dam but why when I can have the Whittier Hills to mostly myself?
Started mostly cloudy and ended in partly sunny in the 60's. Building back up for a 60 mile...
02-17-24, 07:55 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 822
Posted By CAT7RDR

I was waiting for "you crash it, you bought it"...

I was waiting for "you crash it, you bought it" phrase.
02-15-24, 08:10 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,781
Posted By CAT7RDR

I have a 2014 Trek Marlin 6 for ten years and...

I have a 2014 Trek Marlin 6 for ten years and beside wearing out brakes and drivetrain parts it has 30K on the clock without a hiccup.
Built like a tank.
02-11-24, 03:41 PM
Replies: 2,844
Views: 349,830
Posted By CAT7RDR

I'm the old fat guy that usually rides a rigid...

I'm the old fat guy that usually rides a rigid Trek MTB with two flashers front and back because the last words I never want to hear in life is, "I never saw you. " :D
02-11-24, 02:44 PM
Replies: 2,844
Views: 349,830
Posted By CAT7RDR

Still getting back into the groove of riding on a...

Still getting back into the groove of riding on a sunny brisk morning.
22 miles and 2.9K of climb in Turnbull Canyon.
https://ridewithgps.com/trips/146610417...
02-09-24, 10:34 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,378
Posted By CAT7RDR

That's why I'm only Cat 7. I cannot keep up...

That's why I'm only Cat 7.
I cannot keep up with the Cat 6 commuter crowd.
02-07-24, 05:13 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,928
Posted By CAT7RDR

it wasn't your time to go. I ride solo 99% of...

it wasn't your time to go.
I ride solo 99% of the time but realize at 60 y/o, having a riding buddy or group would be wise.

Edit: I was involved in an accident from a dropped chain and flipping...
02-05-24, 04:41 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 805
Posted By CAT7RDR

I have had a Glen of Imaal Terrier for the past 5...

I have had a Glen of Imaal Terrier for the past 5 years.
He has bitten me 7 times and the last time, two years ago, included an urgent care visit for me.
He was a shelter rescue from the High...
02-04-24, 02:46 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,430
Posted By CAT7RDR

Early on, arriving at my car after a long ride on...

Early on, arriving at my car after a long ride on a MUP, I forgot to clip out of my pedals.
Did the ole timber onto the asphalt.

Did it one other time after climbing a tough hill and while...
01-28-24, 02:39 PM
Replies: 2,844
Views: 349,830
Posted By CAT7RDR

First ride of any consequence since COVID over...

First ride of any consequence since COVID over Christmas.
The loss of conditioning, flexibility, core strength and comfort on a proper road bike was quite evident, but as long as I keep the rubber...
01-25-24, 11:25 AM
Replies: 181
Views: 5,930
Posted By CAT7RDR

I'm waiting for a definitive answer from Larry. ...

I'm waiting for a definitive answer from Larry.
Then, the thread will have credence. :D
01-22-24, 01:20 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,168
Posted By CAT7RDR

Two full blown dune buggies blasting past me at...

Two full blown dune buggies blasting past me at 40 mph kicking up pebbles, dust and a fume cloud.
Just another day on a SoCal MUP. :rolleyes:
01-18-24, 09:19 PM
Replies: 131
Views: 4,946
Posted By CAT7RDR

Make your own calorie dense GORP (trail mix).

Make your own calorie dense GORP (trail mix).
01-14-24, 03:03 PM
Replies: 2,844
Views: 349,830
Posted By CAT7RDR

First ride back from COVID since Christmas Day....

First ride back from COVID since Christmas Day. Much milder sx's than the previous variant in 2021.
Big plans to regain some fitness but my FD rapidfire shifter failed 6 miles out. I was able to...
01-13-24, 01:15 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 3,553
Posted By CAT7RDR

It is the "Golden Rule" of cycling to help others...

It is the "Golden Rule" of cycling to help others if welcomed.
I had my butt saved once by a roadie who took pity on me when I managed to damage the valves of my two spare tubes with a faulty pump....
01-05-24, 12:52 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 2,608
Posted By CAT7RDR

My brother died of a massive HA at 46 y/o. I...

My brother died of a massive HA at 46 y/o.
I had been hiking for years but burned out on that and needed something else. At 50 y/o I re-started cycling after a 25 year hiatus.
Fear of an early...
01-04-24, 10:02 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 3,331
Posted By CAT7RDR

My first coaster brakes on my Stingray. There.

My first coaster brakes on my Stingray.
There.
01-01-24, 01:52 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,321
Posted By CAT7RDR

Just a recreational rider that enjoys climbs. ...

Just a recreational rider that enjoys climbs.
If I can tune out and forget I'm climbing, I'm content with my effort.
Almost 60 y/o now, and fighting COVID this week, so there will be some mental...
12-30-23, 08:09 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 763
Posted By CAT7RDR

You might look at aerotech designs bibs/shorts...

You might look at aerotech designs bibs/shorts sizing for plus size women.
https://aerotechdesigns.com/plusbikeshorts.html/
12-23-23, 08:20 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 3,935
Posted By CAT7RDR

Never have toured but I have camped and used the...

Never have toured but I have camped and used the campground as a hub for several rides in the Eastern Sierra.
This is something to consider if money is tight or could better be used elsewhere?...
12-22-23, 08:51 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,434
Posted By CAT7RDR

My favorite are the catalytic converter thieves...

My favorite are the catalytic converter thieves that are crushed by the vehicle when their jacks fail.
If the recycling companies worked with law enforcement, these types of targeted thefts would...
12-21-23, 11:18 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 2,650
Posted By CAT7RDR

Similarly, I'm always watchful of $60,000...

Similarly, I'm always watchful of $60,000 vehicles that do not have turn signals when they start pulling away from a curb.
12-20-23, 09:53 AM
Replies: 158
Views: 5,714
Posted By CAT7RDR

^^^^^ Pepperbelly, congratulations on your weight...

^^^^^ Pepperbelly, congratulations on your weight loss and better fitness.
I have plateaued at about 210 lbs at 6'2" with a high of about 260 lbs.
For me, to get down to 190 lbs, I will have to...
12-20-23, 09:03 AM
Replies: 158
Views: 5,714
Posted By CAT7RDR

Mix it up. Add days of hiking around the lake. ...

Mix it up. Add days of hiking around the lake.
A 10K will activate other muscles and improve your endurance.

What is your goal?
Overweight can mean different things to different people.
I would...
12-19-23, 11:27 AM
Replies: 2,844
Views: 349,830
Posted By CAT7RDR

My backyard. I've hiked those trails hundreds of...

My backyard. I've hiked those trails hundreds of times long before it was Otterbein Park and the Puente Hills Habitat going back to the 1970's.
It was ranchland at that time and barbwire fencing...
Forum: Northeast
12-18-23, 03:32 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 769
Posted By CAT7RDR

You might want to checkout Traveling Thru's...

You might want to checkout Traveling Thru's youtube channel for some ideas:
He has recently toured the Lake Champlain area and the Vermont Trail.
12-15-23, 11:23 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,257
Posted By CAT7RDR

Varies due to responsibilities at home with aged...

Varies due to responsibilities at home with aged parents and a home remodel.
Best year about 10K a few years ago.
Now? Maybe 3K this year.
I do not keep a record of actual miles until the past 6...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-14-23, 09:26 PM
Replies: 162
Views: 7,007
Posted By CAT7RDR

The earth moves at 492,126 miles per hour through...

The earth moves at 492,126 miles per hour through the Milky Way Galaxy.
We are all tied for first!!!
12-07-23, 07:35 AM
Replies: 392
Views: 20,476
Posted By CAT7RDR

I just like the look of the retro La Vie Claire...

I just like the look of the retro La Vie Claire Mondrian and Toshiba jerseys.
The fact that LeMond represented them is icing on the cake.
I get compliments on the retro look.
11-28-23, 03:00 PM
Replies: 176
Views: 10,223
Posted By CAT7RDR

The local group rides for me would be about a...

The local group rides for me would be about a 10-12 mile ride to get to the start point. There's a couple hours spent. It is far easier to just ride from home, at my pace, with a great selection of...
11-25-23, 05:00 PM
Replies: 2,844
Views: 349,830
Posted By CAT7RDR

Spent the morning in Turnbull Canyon. And, why...

Spent the morning in Turnbull Canyon. And, why not? Perfect postcard day, low traffic and a lot of clubs out today.
Had planned on an easy stroll up to Santa Fe Dam area but the tight jersey...
11-22-23, 07:18 AM
Replies: 134
Views: 4,913
Posted By CAT7RDR

Most of the streets I ride do not have bike...

Most of the streets I ride do not have bike lanes.
Bike lanes in my area are linked with high speed traffic, truck traffic and often are debris fields.
I'll gladly let e-bikes take over bike...
11-16-23, 06:46 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 756
Posted By CAT7RDR

Multi-purpose urban-touring tire.

Multi-purpose urban-touring tire.
11-14-23, 06:15 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,427
Posted By CAT7RDR

Carry two tubes and a patch kit. Since swapping...

Carry two tubes and a patch kit.
Since swapping over to more robust tires, I have not had a flat going on 2+ years.
Prefer to swap tubes before patches.
Do not see a need for tubeless at this...
11-07-23, 06:38 PM
Replies: 2,844
Views: 349,830
Posted By CAT7RDR

I am a firm believer in that as well. Only issue...

I am a firm believer in that as well. Only issue is I have a 20-25 mile ride just to get to the foot of the San Gabriel Mtns and a 2K-3K worth of climb. It makes for a challenging and long day to do...
11-05-23, 04:59 PM
Replies: 2,844
Views: 349,830
Posted By CAT7RDR

Nice clear day with low humidity and mild breezes...

Nice clear day with low humidity and mild breezes made for an O/B down to Seal Beach via Turnbull Cyn into Whittier and down the SGRT. Several clubs out today and only two motorcycles. Took Coyote...
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