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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-19-24, 10:52 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 4,431
Posted By Dino_Sore

We can end this thread now. You win.

We can end this thread now. You win.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-30-24, 06:10 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 2,414
Posted By Dino_Sore

At my age, when I look at Strava leaderboards,...

At my age, when I look at Strava leaderboards, I'm just happy not to see my times listed as "posthumously."
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-08-24, 07:09 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,326
Posted By Dino_Sore

The older I get, the faster I used to be!

The older I get, the faster I used to be!
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-07-24, 06:04 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,028
Posted By Dino_Sore

I tried to buy a Trek Checkpoint AL5 during the...

I tried to buy a Trek Checkpoint AL5 during the pandemic as a second gravel bike. I thought it was a good package for the money, but the wait list was stretching out to almost a year, so I passed.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-06-24, 07:26 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 4,431
Posted By Dino_Sore

Not me, but a friend showed up in his car for a...

Not me, but a friend showed up in his car for a group bike ride. He opened the trunk and realized he left his bike at home.

For me, riding my road bike and instinctively turning onto dirt trails...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-25-24, 07:43 AM
Replies: 392
Views: 22,141
Posted By Dino_Sore

I used to host a "Kit Klash" group ride, where...

I used to host a "Kit Klash" group ride, where everyone had to wear mismatched jerseys, shorts, and socks. The more garish, the better. Winner got a can of warm beer at the end of the ride. Also...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-22-24, 06:50 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,965
Posted By Dino_Sore

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What are these "indoor trainers" you speak of?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-11-24, 07:13 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 4,077
Posted By Dino_Sore

I like the "Elvis Impersonator" look.

I like the "Elvis Impersonator" look.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-19-23, 07:18 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 762
Posted By Dino_Sore

Get a mountain bike? But seriously, I've...

Get a mountain bike?

But seriously, I've always felt that I could ride just about anything on any gravel tire if I rode slowly and carefully. I used to use 32mm Gravelking slicks for...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-28-23, 06:48 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 749
Posted By Dino_Sore

After a certain age, I stopped riding one "mile"...

After a certain age, I stopped riding one "mile" per year. I converted to "minutes."
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-21-23, 06:33 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 291
Posted By Dino_Sore

Robert Axle Project ...

Robert Axle Project https://robertaxleproject.com/
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-09-23, 05:18 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 770
Posted By Dino_Sore

I find that when I drive a car, I scan the road...

I find that when I drive a car, I scan the road like I would if I were riding a bike. This causes me to drive a little slower and have better "situational awareness." I think all of us have...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-04-23, 07:01 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 3,686
Posted By Dino_Sore

My first bike camera was a Stylus Epic. It was...

My first bike camera was a Stylus Epic. It was an utterly brilliant camera back in the film era. I recently saw that they were selling for pretty high prices so I went looking for mine. I found...
Forum: Winter Cycling
03-17-23, 07:21 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,434
Posted By Dino_Sore

I ride in the winter with Schwalbe Ice Spiker...

I ride in the winter with Schwalbe Ice Spiker Pros in a 29x2.25 size. They have about 400 studs per tire and are exceptionally good in a variety of icy conditions. I ride mostly easy single-track,...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-05-23, 07:43 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 5,492
Posted By Dino_Sore

A few folks suggested e-bikes, but aren't most...

A few folks suggested e-bikes, but aren't most road e-bikes Class 1? If so, the pedal assist tops out at 20mph which renders such a bike useless if you are hammering with a fast group of road riders....
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-07-23, 08:17 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,523
Posted By Dino_Sore

As others have said above, limit your upgrades to...

As others have said above, limit your upgrades to seat, pedals, and tires. Go tubeless if you can. Ride the snot out of this bike and have fun. I don't think going with lighter weight components...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-31-22, 07:58 AM
Replies: 129
Views: 5,048
Posted By Dino_Sore

The only reason I name my bikes is to track their...

The only reason I name my bikes is to track their separate mileage on Strava. I don't want to list the actual bike models and advertise them for bike thieves.

My steel road bike was Ferreous...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-05-22, 05:01 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 5,249
Posted By Dino_Sore

I ride year-round here in Connecticut and...

I ride year-round here in Connecticut and sometimes experience stiffness and soreness in my knees in the winter. Last year I put on knee warmers under my winter tights and that seemed to help.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-23-22, 06:23 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 5,249
Posted By Dino_Sore

Indeed. My recent PT was focused on restoring...

Indeed. My recent PT was focused on restoring range of motion and strengthening muscles. Us old farts, especially if we are primarily cyclists, are full of muscle imbalances. Work with your...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-20-22, 05:23 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 5,249
Posted By Dino_Sore

I am 65 and have severe osteoarthritis in both...

I am 65 and have severe osteoarthritis in both knees. I have been cycling for decades and rarely have had any pain in my knees. My old doctor used to look at my x-rays and comment on how he cannot...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-12-22, 06:09 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 2,224
Posted By Dino_Sore

This is the reason gravel riding is so popular. ...

This is the reason gravel riding is so popular. All of us old geezers have plenty of places to pee in the woods.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-30-22, 06:14 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 597
Posted By Dino_Sore

The SKS Speedrockers are made specifically for...

The SKS Speedrockers are made specifically for gravel bikes. I slap them on for winter riding. Pretty easy to take on and off, but they are much sturdier than any of the other SKS fenders I've used...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-21-22, 06:09 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,982
Posted By Dino_Sore

I'm 65, but I can read and do math at a...

I'm 65, but I can read and do math at a 66-year-old level.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-17-22, 06:48 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,812
Posted By Dino_Sore

I've got the Lezyne Alloy Drive pumps for both of...

I've got the Lezyne Alloy Drive pumps for both of my gravel bikes and the HV Drive on my mountain bike. I really don't get a lot of flat tires so I can't really give you an extensive rundown on the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-24-22, 06:16 AM
Replies: 144
Views: 6,011
Posted By Dino_Sore

Question: What's the difference between a BMW and...

Question: What's the difference between a BMW and a porcupine?

Answer: The porcupine has pricks on the outside.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-16-22, 05:02 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,561
Posted By Dino_Sore

Everyone, at one time or another, has had an...

Everyone, at one time or another, has had an annoying click, tick or squeak that seemed impossible to find.

The funniest one was my most recent annoying squeak on a newly built gravel bike. I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-01-22, 06:30 AM
Replies: 359
Views: 11,578
Posted By Dino_Sore

I'll only wear a club jersey, otherwise it's...

I'll only wear a club jersey, otherwise it's mostly bland-looking clothing.

I find this topic about cycling team jerseys interesting. When I was playing soccer, if you showed up for a pick-up...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-17-22, 04:44 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,183
Posted By Dino_Sore

Two sets. Buy more stuff. Moderation shows a...

Two sets. Buy more stuff. Moderation shows a lack of commitment!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-07-22, 08:23 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 5,946
Posted By Dino_Sore

My son worked at a shop and I happened to be...

My son worked at a shop and I happened to be hanging there late on a Friday afternoon. About 10 minutes before closing, some guy races into the parking lot with a pickup truck full of rusty kid's...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
11-07-21, 07:48 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,255
Posted By Dino_Sore

I've used a number of NiteRider lights on my...

I've used a number of NiteRider lights on my helmets (and bars) over the years.

For a helmet light, I would advise against the Pro 2200 Race. You don't want to be messing with a separate battery...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
11-06-21, 05:44 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,628
Posted By Dino_Sore

I use the Cygolite Hotshots on all of my bikes...

I use the Cygolite Hotshots on all of my bikes (road, gravel and mtb) and I have never had one fall off, or stop working in the rain (a huge problem I had with Planet Bike lights). And they come...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-23-21, 06:47 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 8,312
Posted By Dino_Sore

I called my local AAA club and, indeed, they will...

I called my local AAA club and, indeed, they will cover up to a 100 mile "tow" with the Plus membership. Then I found out that the AAA club in the neighboring county, where I ride frequently, only...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-21-21, 06:18 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 4,307
Posted By Dino_Sore

I have the Rapha case, but replaced it with a...

I have the Rapha case, but replaced it with a larger case made by Waterfield.

https://www.sfbags.com/collections/cycling-accessories/products/jersey-pocket-tool-case

The Waterfield case holds...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-14-21, 07:04 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,368
Posted By Dino_Sore

I switched to the Look X-Track pedals to replace...

I switched to the Look X-Track pedals to replace my ageing (and now discontinued) Speedplay Frogs.

I have both the base X-Track and the Race versions on my gravel and mountain bikes. Like the OP,...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-07-21, 05:47 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,196
Posted By Dino_Sore

Check out these guys: ...

Check out these guys: https://robertaxleproject.com/

They make axles for kid trailers. I have not used those specific axles, but have used their products for replacements axles on my mountain...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-22-21, 05:27 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 8,722
Posted By Dino_Sore

The ALR5 is a nicely spec'd bike for that price. ...

The ALR5 is a nicely spec'd bike for that price. I am actually trying to buy one as my second gravel bike (and double-duty winter bike), but my LBS can't get one until later in the year.

As...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-28-21, 07:29 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 7,685
Posted By Dino_Sore

I was on a gravel ride last year and saw a large...

I was on a gravel ride last year and saw a large black bear up the road. I figured it would run off into the woods as I approached. However, it stayed in the road as I drew closer. When I got...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-16-21, 07:10 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 6,587
Posted By Dino_Sore

One time, on a group gravel ride, we rode to the...

One time, on a group gravel ride, we rode to the house of a fellow cyclist who wasn't on the ride (he was out to dinner with his wife). We had about a dozen guys ride through his property and then...
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