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03-11-22, 09:18 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,780
Posted By kstephens

Everything on the surly has been great after the...

Everything on the surly has been great after the break. Tubes replaced, scrubbed clean and lubed drive everything else seemed fine. Took it for my first ride earlier this week outside of the...
02-21-22, 09:29 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,190
Posted By himespau

I have a kickr headwind that I got used off eBay...

I have a kickr headwind that I got used off eBay (works but has an annoying rattle - but I also didn't pay their insane full price for it).

When that's not enough, I have a 20" box fan that I can...
01-31-22, 04:59 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 5,255
Posted By TheSilverFox

Late to the party and first time poster 1....

Late to the party and first time poster

1. Go for a snow ride
2. Get under 200lbs. Currently at 217lbs
3. Ride 2,500 miles = 50 miles per week with 2 weeks off. Ahead of schedule currently 240...
01-08-22, 09:23 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 5,255
Posted By Fredo76

Travel to Tucson and ride around the Saguaro...

Travel to Tucson and ride around the Saguaro National Park loop drive once again, on my newly restored racing bike from long ago.
...
01-07-22, 01:41 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 5,255
Posted By NomarsGirl

I want to put a lot more miles on my bike than I...

I want to put a lot more miles on my bike than I have been able to the last couple of years. Feeling stronger now. I just need spring to get here. I have a foot of new snow outside my door.
01-03-22, 11:34 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,322
Posted By gthomson

Very impressive Zoxe, I like the spread sheet...

Very impressive Zoxe, I like the spread sheet idea to keep track. That is a lot of Zwifting to keep it up for 60 KM/day or to even consider a century on the trainer. I would really need to plan for...
01-01-22, 11:14 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,264
Posted By cyclist2000

I started putting on some weight again and am...

I started putting on some weight again and am hovering around 200 lbs.

I bugged my doctor about riding given that I can’t put more than 100 lbs on my leg. I don’t want to gain any weight through...
12-31-21, 04:46 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 8,140
Posted By Dancing Skeleton

I built this, it's got a half-round piece of wood...

I built this, it's got a half-round piece of wood on the bottom, and HD foam pads under the legs.
I can adjust the level of tilt by adjusting the feet on the Kickr's legs.
The tilt is just enough...
12-31-21, 04:12 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 8,140
Posted By ingo

This is a bigger rocker for my Kickr bike, you...

This is a bigger rocker for my Kickr bike, you can see the pivot strip a little better. The wine box is to get on and off after a race winning sprint. :)
...
12-29-21, 08:13 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,322
Posted By tempocyclist

Great work and kudos for putting in the trainer...

Great work and kudos for putting in the trainer time. That's a challenge in itself for sure!
12-28-21, 11:12 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,322
Posted By spelger

Hats off to you guys that are dong this. that is...

Hats off to you guys that are dong this. that is too much riding in such a short period of time for me. right now i am confined to indoor riding due to out door temps and i'm in the garage on a...
12-26-21, 02:33 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,322
Posted By gthomson

I never thought of doing an indoor Festive 500...

I never thought of doing an indoor Festive 500 but I think that's a brilliant idea. I have never done it and didn't really consider it but following those on GCN that are doing it. COVID has...
12-17-21, 11:36 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,522
Posted By PeteHski

Sorry to hear about that and I can fully...

Sorry to hear about that and I can fully understand your fear right now. But please don't let it prevent you from enjoying your life in the long term. Cycling is not that risky in the big picture,...
12-16-21, 09:29 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,522
Posted By AdkMtnMonster

I love riding outside. There's nothing quite...

I love riding outside. There's nothing quite like it. The trees, the mountains, the quiet... I'm really fortunate that I live somewhere that has countless miles of quiet roads, no traffic lights,...
12-06-21, 01:04 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 6,733
Posted By shelbyfv

You shouldn't second guess Trek unless you have...

You shouldn't second guess Trek unless you have some actual knowledge to the contrary. Use the bike as an incentive. It's going to be hard to lose weight this time of year. Having the bike to look...
11-19-21, 02:07 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 13,458
Posted By MinnMan

Zwift - the advantages of riding with pace partners.

These days I find that a large fraction of my zwift rides are with the pace partners - mostly the "C" rider Coco (2.5 W/kg nominal)

[I can't stay with Amelia (4.5 W/kg) for extended periods of...
11-08-21, 09:05 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,956
Posted By unterhausen

In my estimation, the one mistake zwift continues...

In my estimation, the one mistake zwift continues to make is not crediting you with finishing a ride after the first time you do it. Congratulations, you just completed the radio tower ride for the...
11-04-21, 05:10 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,956
Posted By genejockey

If there's no Godzilla, I'm not riding there!

If there's no Godzilla, I'm not riding there!
02-20-21, 03:12 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,459
Posted By Danhedonia

Going to reiterate (bcos important) and...

Going to reiterate (bcos important) and emphasize: for me and most I know the purchase and set up of the trainer was the first step of a process that had many more steps than we anticipated.
...
02-20-21, 11:23 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 15,283
Posted By Mojo31

Use a QuadLock mount on bars for phone. ...

Use a QuadLock mount on bars for phone.
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02-17-21, 05:42 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,459
Posted By jwalther

Everything you need to know...

Everything you need to know (https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2020/11/smart-cycle-trainer-recommendations-guide-winter.html)
02-16-21, 06:56 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,459
Posted By Danhedonia

I have a KICKR CORE. It's terrific. I also know...

I have a KICKR CORE. It's terrific. I also know people who have Elite Diretos and like them, and Tacx customers also seem satisfied.

Given that Tacx product is marginally easier to find, you...
02-10-21, 10:50 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 15,283
Posted By genejockey

One thing that I cannot recommend highly enough...

One thing that I cannot recommend highly enough is one of those sweat shields that attaches to your handlebars and seatpost, AND towels. Riding outside on hot days, I will often find a line of...
02-01-21, 08:04 AM
Replies: 317
Views: 94,232
Posted By 55tele

Here's my 64cm Zinn Clydesdale.....Ultegra...

Here's my 64cm Zinn Clydesdale.....Ultegra Di2......


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01-30-21, 07:30 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,419
Posted By zen_

https://zwofactory.com/ To build your own...

https://zwofactory.com/

To build your own erg workouts.
01-25-21, 07:52 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 10,694
Posted By msu2001la

I feel like if you're "ruffled" by this, you've...

I feel like if you're "ruffled" by this, you've completely missed the point of Zwift.
01-25-21, 06:09 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 10,694
Posted By Eric F

So you tried a Zwift race one time, got dropped,...

So you tried a Zwift race one time, got dropped, and are now making generalizations about problems with the platform? Hmmm...okay. You might consider that there is a learning curve to racing...
01-24-21, 10:52 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,204
Posted By zjrog

I have more Zwift miles than real miles. I am...

I have more Zwift miles than real miles. I am currently using my old 98 Cannondale R200 with 3x7 gearing, on an older Kurt Kinetic fluid trainer. To that I added their iNride sensor (Bluetooth and...
01-23-21, 07:19 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 9,331
Posted By spelger

Zwift's Four Horsemen

Finally did this today. came in at just under 3 1/2 hours. A bit easier than I had anticipated. paced myself maybe a bit too easy in the beginning. Have you done this yet? How'd it go?

Nice brew...
01-19-21, 06:47 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,144
Posted By nomadmax

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01-17-21, 02:44 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,386
Posted By shelbyfv

Here's the Bloggers section where your updates...

Here's the Bloggers section where your updates can reach a wider audience. https://www.bikeforums.net/blogger-s-forum/
01-08-21, 11:29 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,144
Posted By Eric F

I put a fan behind me so I always have a...

I put a fan behind me so I always have a tailwind. It makes me way faster.
01-08-21, 11:01 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,144
Posted By mstateglfr

A fan makes me feel like Im riding super fast and...

A fan makes me feel like Im riding super fast and feel the wind. I make whichever kid annoyed me the most that day sit by the fan and change the fan speed based on if Im riding uphill, flat road, or...
12-22-20, 05:06 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,189
Posted By jpescatore

Four years of Zwift

Zwift sent me a "Four Year Anniversary" email and starting up Zwift says I've done 8,100 miles, so averaging about 2,000 miles per year on Zwift. Using a Wahoo Kickr SNAP and my 1996 Trek 520 as a...
12-18-20, 11:04 PM
Replies: 317
Views: 94,232
Posted By RunningPirate

Can’t remember if I ever posted this here... ...

Can’t remember if I ever posted this here...
1989 Jamis Diablo
Rotating equipment and deraillers from my old Spec FSR
added a handful of braze ones for racks and fenders
powder coated...I wa Ted...
12-14-20, 02:01 PM
Replies: 5,453
Views: 3,884,442
Posted By RefRick

Pass Hunter build

I picked up this Velo Orange Pass Hunter frame set for $25 last year on Craigslist, it had never been assembled. A gentleman was selling his friend’s bike collection after he passed unexpectedly. He...
12-14-20, 01:19 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 11,245
Posted By genejockey

I'm pretty new to Zwift, so I'm still in the low...

I'm pretty new to Zwift, so I'm still in the low hundred thousands of drops. Just for fun I got the Zwift Steel Bike and classic wheels, and even compared to the Zwift Carbon bike, it's slow. It...
12-14-20, 01:06 PM
Replies: 317
Views: 94,232
Posted By Doohickie

From some recent rides.... 2009 Schwinn...

From some recent rides....

2009 Schwinn Cutter fixed gear. 36 miles on Saturday...
12-13-20, 02:28 PM
Replies: 317
Views: 94,232
Posted By 55tele

Roll Tide!

1992 Serotta Colorado II 63cm with XL top tube, custom fitted. I still have the paperwork that came with the frame...
Dura Ace STI 7400
7410 175mm crank and cartridge BB (replaced the original 7402...
12-11-20, 12:54 PM
Replies: 317
Views: 94,232
Posted By chaadster

I weigh in at around 230lbs, and have a 10 bike...

I weigh in at around 230lbs, and have a 10 bike stable, something for just about every need, and probably too many! Here are a few of my favorites:

...
12-09-20, 08:12 AM
Replies: 5,453
Views: 3,884,442
Posted By sloppy12

I needed a winter beater. Bike basically stays...

I needed a winter beater. Bike basically stays on back of car. right now I have to shorten my morning ride to work shorter days, dropping off kids at school luckily I have MUP that basically goes...
12-07-20, 04:22 PM
Replies: 5,453
Views: 3,884,442
Posted By illjustride

My custom built Ibis Hakka MX...

My custom built Ibis Hakka MX...
12-06-20, 09:31 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,439
Posted By rlmalisz

Looking at something like the Shimano Ultegra...

Looking at something like the Shimano Ultegra line, it looks like the lowest gear-inch I could get out of that is 26.7. My 1420 really does have a stump-puller low end: 21.6, I'd basically be giving...
12-06-20, 07:31 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,386
Posted By monkeydentity

Nice post, Zoxe, and super cool looking bike. I...

Nice post, Zoxe, and super cool looking bike. I am in a similar position, though last time I was really biking was in 2011. My 2010 Cannondale quick is converted to more road than hybrid function...
12-06-20, 03:22 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,386
Posted By chaadster

Nice looking rig, congrats on getting back to it...

Nice looking rig, congrats on getting back to it in style!
12-05-20, 05:37 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 17,655
Posted By AdkMtnMonster

You're going to spend an awful lot of hours on an...

You're going to spend an awful lot of hours on an indoor trainer, and no matter how much you love riding, hammering, sprinting, listening to music, sweating profusely, getting jelly legs, and then...
11-29-20, 06:17 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,687
Posted By sdmc530

Mileage record for me.....just had to share/brag!!

This year has been a great year for me cycling that is. Before this year I have never had the time to put up enough rides to exceed 3,000 miles in a year. BUT with covid setting in early I knew I...
11-26-20, 08:21 PM
Replies: 317
Views: 94,232
Posted By Cyclcist11023131

2017 Cannondale FSI

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Great Cross-country ride. Fast, agile, fun to flog!...
11-25-20, 06:36 PM
Replies: 317
Views: 94,232
Posted By sdmc530

Very cool Zoxe

Very cool Zoxe
11-25-20, 09:06 AM
Replies: 317
Views: 94,232
Posted By sdmc530

if your riding a bike no matter how...

if your riding a bike no matter how new/old/dented/ugly/pretty/costly/cheap doesn't matter if your RIDING a bike you are defiantly winning in life.

Ride on!!!
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