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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-31-23, 03:18 PM
Replies: 319
Views: 63,447
Posted By MoAlpha

Which, in turn, beats a slow, inadequately...

Which, in turn, beats a slow, inadequately medicated death.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-20-22, 05:42 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 925
Posted By RB1-luvr

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/879x646/image_50f5af1130480ed99619749840f557f0ebc20ef7.png
your idea reminded of this.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-19-22, 06:18 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 861
Posted By big john

I put a little drop of blue Loctite on the rotor...

I put a little drop of blue Loctite on the rotor bolts on my mtb. Still don't have a disc road bike but I've had disc mountain bikes for 14 years and I've only replaced one rotor in that time, and it...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-19-22, 09:16 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 861
Posted By utoner34

How long do your brake rotors last?

For me I noticed over time they get pretty warped, which happens sooner than they wear out from braking and because too thin (so they are ready for replacement).

I know I can try to straighten...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-12-21, 08:35 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,057
Posted By Rolla

No, but calling it an "epidemic" and laying blame...

No, but calling it an "epidemic" and laying blame at the feet of specific age groups while calling them "homies" makes you sound less than rational. Your post reminds me a lot of the meetings I used...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-11-20, 07:16 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 12,321
Posted By cb400bill

Why waste time and money? Buy the bike that you...

Why waste time and money? Buy the bike that you want.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-14-20, 05:41 AM
Replies: 155
Views: 24,283
Posted By Amt0571

None. I only have mountain bike shoes and use...

None. I only have mountain bike shoes and use mountain style SPD pedals on all my bikes. I like being able to walk if necessary.

BTW, I only have one pair of shoes.

Had 2 pairs until recently,...
Forum: Winter Cycling
01-03-20, 11:04 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,960
Posted By SalsaShark

My solution to the problem of wind chilling the...

My solution to the problem of wind chilling the crotch is simple and effective. If it is not cold enough to warrant an extra layer on the legs, but cold enough to numb the crotch from excess wind, i...
Forum: Winter Cycling
12-24-19, 10:31 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,960
Posted By bbbean

I have great tights from Garneau and Gore....

I have great tights from Garneau and Gore. Windproof in front and just enough brushed pile on the inside to be comfortable and add some insulation. Pro tip- get cycling tights as opposed to running...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-03-19, 01:21 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,394
Posted By WizardOfBoz

tomtomtom123 is correct. First, the rim mfr did...

tomtomtom123 is correct. First, the rim mfr did some weight optimization vs strength. Removing metal arbitrarily is going to give you weak rims. On an ebike? Nein danke.

Second, there is no way to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-02-19, 07:17 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,394
Posted By tomtomtom123

no, you can't shave your rim. Although the...

no, you can't shave your rim.
Although the center channel of the Rhyno Lite is very shallow, try squeezing the beads together and press them as deep as possible into the center channel on one side...
Forum: Winter Cycling
11-28-19, 09:35 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,960
Posted By UniChris

What's next when it's too cold for tights? ...

What's next when it's too cold for tights?

Today after briefly taking off the cargo shorts I wore over the tights out the door, I ended up putting them back on for warmth. But what I really want...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-14-19, 12:15 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 22,566
Posted By dsbrantjr

I haven't found a 3M product that wasn't the best...

I haven't found a 3M product that wasn't the best of its kind. I don't even bother looking for alternatives.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-14-19, 09:47 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 22,566
Posted By tkamd73

Agreed, also makes a very durable, yet almost...

Agreed, also makes a very durable, yet almost invisible keel strip for my composite kayaks.
Tim
Forum: Touring
11-10-19, 01:06 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,713
Posted By enigmaT120

I've seen live bob cats but never a dead one. ...

I've seen live bob cats but never a dead one. One one of my final commutes (I retired) I saw a mountain lion. Running away from me.
Forum: Touring
11-09-19, 07:09 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,713
Posted By staehpj1

Yeah,beautiful, quite shy, and rarely seen. That...

Yeah,beautiful, quite shy, and rarely seen. That said they are in every state in the lower 48 except Delaware and populations are generally stable or growing (only declining here in Florida). There...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
11-09-19, 12:20 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,505
Posted By Seattle Forrest

I've enjoyed night skiing (Nordic not alpine) in...

I've enjoyed night skiing (Nordic not alpine) in those kinds of temps. Not just layers, but the right ones in the right order.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
11-08-19, 05:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,505
Posted By wolfchild

Adapting to cold is mostly mental as if to say...

Adapting to cold is mostly mental as if to say you get used to it and feel a little bit more comfortable....But that adaptation doesn't mean you become immune from frostbite or hypothermia....
Forum: Training & Nutrition
11-08-19, 05:11 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,505
Posted By canklecat

Article: Tips for adapting to cold weather

Pretty much the same as hot weather adaptation: Gradual exposure, put up with a little discomfort and shivering to train the body. And something about "brown fat."

"How to Help Your Body Adapt to...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-08-19, 03:09 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,712
Posted By tyrion

70° here. Might go for a swim.

70° here. Might go for a swim.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-08-19, 01:26 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,094
Posted By TiHabanero

The trainer guy at the gym told me yesterday that...

The trainer guy at the gym told me yesterday that next week things are going to get heavy. Oh boy! He had me put in the effort Thursday, and today I took it off from the gym. Need recovery time after...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-05-19, 01:41 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,094
Posted By TiHabanero

Yesterday had a free weight workout and loved it,...

Yesterday had a free weight workout and loved it, however this morning woke up really sore. Did not realize how much more work dumbells and barbells are when compared to machines. Will transition...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-04-19, 03:21 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,198
Posted By Ferrouscious

Dude Explains Cycling

https://youtu.be/5EE8m8mmq1k


He seems deliberately casual.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-02-19, 08:47 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,094
Posted By scott967

As retired Navy I can use base gyms, and I live...

As retired Navy I can use base gyms, and I live next to Schofield Barracks in Hawaii (home of the 25th Infantry Division) so use their gym 3 days a week. Working out next to the troops is...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-31-19, 07:03 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,094
Posted By TakingMyTime

I try to get to the gym at least 3 times a week. ...

I try to get to the gym at least 3 times a week. I always take a rest day after a gym day. I usually do a total body workout so the benefits of doing different body parts on different days doesn't...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-30-19, 09:55 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,094
Posted By John E

I work mostly the arms, trunk, calves (for...

I work mostly the arms, trunk, calves (for Achilles' tendinosis), and medialis quad muscles (for kneecap tracking) 3-4 times per week at the local YMCA. This complements my cycling and fast walking....
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-30-19, 07:32 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,094
Posted By CyclingBK

I’m 51 and lift 3 days a week. W-F. Wed,...

I’m 51 and lift 3 days a week. W-F.

Wed, squats 5 sets x 8-12 reps, deadlifts 4 sets 8-10 reps.

Thurs, Back, 5 seats seated rows, 5 sets pull downs, 6-12 reps

Friday, 5 sets bench x 6-12, 4...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-30-19, 06:29 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,094
Posted By Carbonfiberboy

My wife and I joined a gym in 1979. Several gyms...

My wife and I joined a gym in 1979. Several gyms later, we're still at it. We usually go twice a week for about an hour each. We don't do powerlifting, focusing more on whole body work, sets and reps...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-30-19, 06:13 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,094
Posted By TakingMyTime

I just recently started doing dead-lifts. Not...

I just recently started doing dead-lifts. Not heavy at all. I'm doing them with a small barbell and not Olympic size. With the small weights on the side it gives me more range of motion to...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-30-19, 01:16 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,094
Posted By TiHabanero

Power Lifting

Haven't been in a gym in nearly 40 years as I have my own weights at home, although used them very little. What I don't have at home is motivation to grind it out, as I'd rather be riding. My...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-30-19, 01:15 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,584
Posted By tagaproject6

See doctor. Internet is a great source of...

See doctor. Internet is a great source of knowledge but it also harbors anti-vax and flat earthers.
Forum: Mountain Biking
10-15-19, 09:18 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,811
Posted By CodyDog

I chose to go with the Pedaling Innovation...

I chose to go with the Pedaling Innovation Catalyst pedals. Two rides and so far so good.

https://i.imgur.com/dPl2191.jpg
Forum: Mountain Biking
10-14-19, 09:20 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,811
Posted By CodyDog

Who's using Platform/Flat pedals?

I've always used clipless pedals for mountain biking and gravel riding. I'm currently using CrankCandy's on my Gravel bike. I just got a full suspension MTB and will be riding easy to difficult...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-13-19, 08:15 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 495
Posted By robbyville

I’ve had two sets of their aluminum wheels set up...

I’ve had two sets of their aluminum wheels set up tubeless and loved them. I believe both their aluminum and carbon rims are made by Reynolds. Could be wrong though.

currentlynriding Light...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-02-19, 04:55 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,239
Posted By horatio

Competitive Cyclist has an online fit calculator,...

Competitive Cyclist has an online fit calculator, which includes torso length, that spits out stack and reach, among other things. They have a tutorial video on taking the measurements. Do this, then...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-30-19, 07:47 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 14,918
Posted By Jeff of Vt

I never got the big deal. I don't bother with...

I never got the big deal. I don't bother with them until they get weathered and brittle then they go as they're not worth replacing.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-30-19, 05:19 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 14,918
Posted By canklecat

I leave 'em on with new-to-me older bikes, at...

I leave 'em on with new-to-me older bikes, at least until I'm sure the rear derailleur is properly adjusted. Eventually the all plastic dork discs break so I remove 'em then.

An older...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-13-19, 03:29 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,138
Posted By GlennR

I wear pink... I also wear grey. My lifelong...

I wear pink... I also wear grey.

My lifelong friend, Sue had brain cancer (grey) and breast cancer (pink).
http://glenn-ring.com/emonda/IRide4Sue.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
08-13-19, 11:04 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,138
Posted By GlennR

Just to give you some confidence on the bike...

Just to give you some confidence on the bike choice, I've pretty familiar with the Trek line... I own a Emonda SLR. I've also rented on vacation a Emonda SL5 and a Domane SL5.

In my opinion the...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-19, 07:14 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 15,371
Posted By jeffwhitfield

Just installed the Wave handlebar on my bike. So...

Just installed the Wave handlebar on my bike. So far, pretty positive experience. They do take some getting used to though. The tops definitely feel different, especially after riding a traditional...
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