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Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-28-24, 06:23 AM
Replies: 21,742
Views: 3,082,640
Posted By Warbird21

I had my left hip replaced in mid-July and have...

I had my left hip replaced in mid-July and have been primarily riding on Zwift since early September. We had temps in the mid-50's here in Maryland yesterday and some sun peaking out. I decided to...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-05-24, 07:10 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,031
Posted By Warbird21

My wife doesn't like riding on the road, so we...

My wife doesn't like riding on the road, so we stick to nearby C&O Canal. I can ride the 2 miles to the canal or go via road and jump on the towpath. I'll ride solo for 20 miles or so, then call her...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-06-23, 07:30 PM
Replies: 21,742
Views: 3,082,640
Posted By Warbird21

No pictures - but back on the C&O Canal Towpath....

No pictures - but back on the C&O Canal Towpath. In May, I somehow fractured my hip, had the replacement in Mid-July. I've cycled on my Salsa with Zwift a few times last week, and this week 8 miles...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-09-23, 05:44 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,018
Posted By Warbird21

Yes. Coincidentally, my wife has a Fuji...

Yes. Coincidentally, my wife has a Fuji Crosstown 2.3, with significantly wider rubber. The tires are eight years old, so they'll need replaced soon.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-07-23, 11:56 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,018
Posted By Warbird21

New Neighborhood Cruiser (to me)

My grandkids live in Louisiana and dragging my Salsa down for a week of riding in their neighborhood and on the Trace was a hassle.
I picked up this like new Fuji Crosstown 2.0 for $100 on Facebook....
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-07-23, 04:54 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,075
Posted By Warbird21

I used Zwift in the winter, on a Cycle-Ops pro...

I used Zwift in the winter, on a Cycle-Ops pro dumb trainer. I also turn on my Garmin. Using Garmin connect, I can export to Excel, and filter for indoor/outdoor rides.

I fractured my left hip...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-04-23, 05:16 AM
Replies: 387
Views: 41,434
Posted By Warbird21

The Seiko Willard re-issue was still for me, too...

The Seiko Willard re-issue was still for me, too pricey. So, I picked up on little used Japanese issue version a few months ago (SBDC109), shown here a few months ago. I love the watch, but it was...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-04-23, 05:03 AM
Replies: 387
Views: 41,434
Posted By Warbird21

That was a great save - those Heuer watches were...

That was a great save - those Heuer watches were amazing.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-23, 02:29 PM
Replies: 387
Views: 41,434
Posted By Warbird21

We're visiting my daughters home in Louisiana...

We're visiting my daughters home in Louisiana this week. My seven year old granddaughter received her first watch - a Casio dive watch. Maybe it will live until school starts in September, I'm...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-10-23, 05:14 PM
Replies: 387
Views: 41,434
Posted By Warbird21

My father had a Bulova Tuning Fork watch in the...

My father had a Bulova Tuning Fork watch in the 1970's (about this era). I wish I knew what happened to it. I used to love listening to that watch.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-07-23, 06:48 PM
Replies: 387
Views: 41,434
Posted By Warbird21

A Rolex beater (I love it!). Reminds me of...

A Rolex beater (I love it!). Reminds me of ....."the horror".....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-01-23, 06:52 PM
Replies: 387
Views: 41,434
Posted By Warbird21

I picked up an SPBD109 (Japanese market Captain...

I picked up an SPBD109 (Japanese market Captain Willard reissue). Currently on a Crown & Buckle Chevron strap for summer, it came with the bracelet.

...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-09-23, 06:13 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,495
Posted By Warbird21

I never thought about it until it went skittering...

I never thought about it until it went skittering across the road. Luckily undamaged, save for a few dings.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-09-23, 02:01 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,495
Posted By Warbird21

I'd mount it to your bag, as shown earlier. I...

I'd mount it to your bag, as shown earlier. I purchased one of the 3D printed mounts, but it broke, and my Varia went skittering across the road going 22 mph. After that, I bought one of these...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-13-23, 05:29 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,423
Posted By Warbird21

I'm 61 years old,and after 42 years in the...

I'm 61 years old,and after 42 years in the restaurant business, I have some neck/shoulder issues.
On my Salsa Warbird, I went with Burley Truckstop bars and use a Redshift Stopshock stem. I rode...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-30-22, 12:31 PM
Replies: 21,742
Views: 3,082,640
Posted By Warbird21

"Leaves are falling all around, time I was on my...

"Leaves are falling all around, time I was on my way".
19 miles on the C&O Canal yesterday, temps in the low 60's, sun, perfect.
The leaves hide an abundance of rocks/roots, so you can't look away...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-28-22, 06:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 624
Posted By Warbird21

I also went with the Surly Trucker bar, as it...

I also went with the Surly Trucker bar, as it mimicked the flare of my OEM Salsa bars.
I'm using the Redshift Shockstop stem, and needed a little more rise, the Burly bar did the trick.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-28-22, 06:42 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 4,301
Posted By Warbird21

I've had mine for a year now, I can't imagine...

I've had mine for a year now, I can't imagine riding without it.
I bought one of the 3D printed mounts for my bag (clip style). It broke last month, bunny hopping a railroad crossing. The Varia...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-17-22, 07:04 PM
Replies: 387
Views: 41,434
Posted By Warbird21

Heck of a grab - easily worth $400-$500 I bet.

Heck of a grab - easily worth $400-$500 I bet.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-26-22, 06:29 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,303
Posted By Warbird21

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/20220726_193250_7141c27516dc316aca21c14d269e2e6701123b43.jpg
After three weeks of full sun and temps over 90 deg, the Halo headband...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-25-22, 05:05 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,303
Posted By Warbird21

My issue is sweat in my eyes, I still haven't...

My issue is sweat in my eyes, I still haven't figured that one out. I tried a skullcap, but I never determined if it made the sweat running down my face better or worse. I have to stop every 10...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-24-22, 06:58 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,303
Posted By Warbird21

That looks pretty rugged to my eye! I hope you...

That looks pretty rugged to my eye! I hope you have some suspension.

I also don't mind the heat. I rode 18 miles yesterday (Maryland), temp was 97 degrees. Did 20 this AM, on the road, without...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-16-22, 07:51 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,592
Posted By Warbird21

I've been selling vintage briar tobacco pipes on...

I've been selling vintage briar tobacco pipes on Ebay for about a decade. Now, the payment structure and fees just don't make it worthwhile any more.
Facebook messenger for general items for me,...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-15-22, 07:00 AM
Replies: 1,981
Views: 437,756
Posted By Warbird21

We've had some flooding on the Potomac River and...

We've had some flooding on the Potomac River and some storm damage along the C&O Canal. I had to climb over a few trees earlier this week.

The work being done near the McMahons Mill was disrupted...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-09-22, 08:40 PM
Replies: 21,742
Views: 3,082,640
Posted By Warbird21

We had heavy rains here in Maryland this weekend,...

We had heavy rains here in Maryland this weekend, and the Potomac River is still in flood stage. I took a shot at the C&O Canal this evening. The canal was pretty dry, but I had to climber over...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-13-22, 05:12 PM
Replies: 21,742
Views: 3,082,640
Posted By Warbird21

My ride today consisted of me pulling my bike...

My ride today consisted of me pulling my bike from my trunk, at my LBS. I did bump into this local guy I'd not met, who rode up on this beautiful Eddy Mercyx.
Original owner, purchased in 1986 (I...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-29-22, 07:44 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,474
Posted By Warbird21

Well that's pretty cool - I'll give that a try!

Well that's pretty cool - I'll give that a try!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-29-22, 05:02 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,127
Posted By Warbird21

I love seeing this vintage rides used for what...

I love seeing this vintage rides used for what they were built to do!
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-24-22, 04:23 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,474
Posted By Warbird21

Update: Bike: Salsa Warbird I have 50 miles...

Update:
Bike: Salsa Warbird
I have 50 miles on the new bar and stem combination - its proven to be a perfect combination.
Stem: Redshift Shockstop 90 mm/6 deg rise
(replaced a Salsa 100 mm/25...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-20-22, 01:34 PM
Replies: 21,742
Views: 3,082,640
Posted By Warbird21

I rode with my Varia for most of 2021 and loved...

I rode with my Varia for most of 2021 and loved it. I let the battery run down once - it left me feeling quite vulnerable - you get used to it real fast! (and I still have a bar-end mirror)

Back...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-11-22, 05:33 AM
Replies: 387
Views: 41,434
Posted By Warbird21

Citizen sells a "Ray Mears Protough" line in the...

Citizen sells a "Ray Mears Protough" line in the UK. Smaller size, 300m, sapphire crystal, Eco-Drive power. We don't see many here in the US. I picked up a great example on the WatchUSeek forum. ...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-26-22, 10:04 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 602
Posted By Warbird21

Now you are enabling me!

Now you are enabling me!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-21-22, 06:05 PM
Replies: 21,742
Views: 3,082,640
Posted By Warbird21

Outside! For the first time since early...

Outside! For the first time since early December. We've been out of town, the one or two times temps have been above 45 degrees, so I've been in the basement on the trainer/Zwift.
Today, in...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-07-22, 06:45 PM
Replies: 387
Views: 41,434
Posted By Warbird21

Sold the Wobrook - a real decent quartz watch,...

Sold the Wobrook - a real decent quartz watch, but I didn't realize it didn't have a screw-down crown. (we have a pool, I'm constantly in/out during warm weather, I would have hated to ruin it).
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-30-22, 08:32 PM
Replies: 387
Views: 41,434
Posted By Warbird21

I needed a beater Quartz, this Wolbrook Skindiver...

I needed a beater Quartz, this Wolbrook Skindiver World Timer came up, inexpensive via Ebay. Neil Armstrong wore one when he flew the X-15. I'll use mine for yard, and garage work...

...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-23-22, 07:21 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,086
Posted By Warbird21

I'm 30 days into a subscription and so far, enjoy...

I'm 30 days into a subscription and so far, enjoy it for keeping fit in winter. Here in Maryland, for me, it needs to be above 45 degrees to ride outside and in Jan/Feb, we just don't get that many...
Forum: Indoor & Stationary Cycling Forum
01-18-22, 05:55 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 952
Posted By Warbird21

Bingo - that fixed it! I had "Gaming" and "Game...

Bingo - that fixed it! I had "Gaming" and "Game Bar" both enabled. I wonder if during install, they were turned on.
I don't game, so they were turned off - Zwift started without issue.
Thanks,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-16-22, 07:03 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 4,538
Posted By Warbird21

Agree here, I'm sure they think we are weirdo's. ...

Agree here, I'm sure they think we are weirdo's.

There are two types of motor-bikers:
Motorcyclists - touring folks, with proper gear and mostly respectable people
Bikers - Harley folks, which...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-15-22, 06:38 AM
Replies: 21,742
Views: 3,082,640
Posted By Warbird21

Well, you are no muggle in my book! Thanks for...

Well, you are no muggle in my book!
Thanks for taking the time on our ride, to stop and take those photos.
Thats a landscape I might never encounter in person (still hopeful....), and certainly...
Forum: Winter Cycling
12-31-21, 07:53 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 7,801
Posted By Warbird21

I saw the Pearl Izumi Lobster gloves mentioned...

I saw the Pearl Izumi Lobster gloves mentioned earlier in the thread, at a nearby shop, but balked at the $90 price.
I found a new pair on Ebay for $40, so looks like I'm set for what ever cold...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-23-21, 08:29 AM
Replies: 1,981
Views: 437,756
Posted By Warbird21

Wow, that Cannondale looks like the ultimate...

Wow, that Cannondale looks like the ultimate rough gravel ride! Great setup.
Forum: Winter Cycling
12-06-21, 06:58 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 7,801
Posted By Warbird21

My Tasco MTB gloves showed up today. I'm a...

My Tasco MTB gloves showed up today. I'm a little disappointed. I'll be shocked if these keep my hands warm from 45 down to 40 degrees (where I tap out). Just thin, unlined neoprene. I already...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-14-21, 03:16 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 540
Posted By Warbird21

I moved the tire, hit it with my compressor and...

I moved the tire, hit it with my compressor and bingo,seated evenly. Whew, guess I'll return the new tire I ordered. Thanks!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-31-21, 06:41 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 786
Posted By Warbird21

Whew,I thought you meant Pittsburgh. That place...

Whew,I thought you meant Pittsburgh. That place smells like rotten mustard.

That terrain looks challenging!
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
10-28-21, 07:01 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,108
Posted By Warbird21

Yep, but forum suicide posts never go as planned.

Yep, but forum suicide posts never go as planned.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-24-21, 05:47 PM
Replies: 3,116
Views: 536,497
Posted By Warbird21

I tried to send some folks around NYC last week,...

I tried to send some folks around NYC last week, to CT, via the Tappan Zee, but I don't think that bridge exists any more! (the Mario Cuomo Bridge seems to have replaced it)

For me, the Potomac...
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
10-18-21, 07:18 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,108
Posted By Warbird21

It took me a while to "unsee" that photo and now,...

It took me a while to "unsee" that photo and now, this thread has revived that vile memory. Who thinks: "I need to take a picture of this pipe, and I only have time to put on a shirt, but no pants...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-17-21, 12:12 PM
Replies: 21,742
Views: 3,082,640
Posted By Warbird21

A cool, breezy day here in Maryland, so I choose...

A cool, breezy day here in Maryland, so I choose the C&O Canal. Back to layers - tights, full gloves, vest, long sleeves and a light jacket.
Leaves starting to fall and hiding tree roots, so full...
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
10-16-21, 06:37 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,108
Posted By Warbird21

Now,I feel like I need to see those photos..... ...

Now,I feel like I need to see those photos.....

Don't sweat it, every goofs occasionally.

I'm a moderator on a tobacco pipe forum. A few weeks ago, a member asked me to delete a picture he...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-23-21, 05:20 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,294
Posted By Warbird21

Picked this up on Facebook messenger. Two...

Picked this up on Facebook messenger. Two cleats. I don't have a lot of free wall space, so I mounted one cleat to some scrap lumber, and mount that in my big-ass bench vise. When not needed, the...
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