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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-18-24, 09:14 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 961
Posted By rsbob

Read the Jonathon Vaughters, bio which explains...

Read the Jonathon Vaughters, bio which explains how difficult and stressful it is to get/keep sponsors, riders and logistics. For me it was a real eye-opener.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-18-24, 08:55 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 8,817
Posted By rsbob

Solid plan, Have sold 3 911s, and invested...

Solid plan,

Have sold 3 911s, and invested the funds. Can’t afford another considering the prices. Still holding on to my 71 914 converted to a six, and that has appreciated as well. Now back to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-18-24, 08:51 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 961
Posted By rsbob

This is a big change from the Lance era (yeah, he...

This is a big change from the Lance era (yeah, he has a Netflix series on as well - start the hate speak) where competitors were the enemy and were to be hated, demeaned and demolished. I too saw...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-18-24, 08:43 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 8,817
Posted By rsbob

Oh, a show off your Porsche thread. ;) ...

Oh, a show off your Porsche thread. ;)

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Sold.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-17-24, 08:54 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 6,208
Posted By rsbob

Wiki says a Roadster...

Wiki says a Roadster (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roadster_(bicycle)) is this:

”https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/b/bc/Dutch_bicycle.jpg/220px-Dutch_bicycle.jpg...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-17-24, 07:25 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 961
Posted By rsbob

Duragrouch, I stopped watching all grand tours...

Duragrouch, I stopped watching all grand tours after I saw one rider not working, just taking pulls and just drafted until the opportunity presented itself and then he sprinted for the win. So...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-17-24, 09:32 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 813
Posted By rsbob

It’s the convergence of many factors, many...

It’s the convergence of many factors, many identified above. Bike fit, rolling resistance of the tires (good tires, while not essential, make a world of difference), a good saddle, smooth shifting...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-16-24, 08:38 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 2,222
Posted By rsbob

Not to mention the aerodynamic gods. Don’t want...

Not to mention the aerodynamic gods. Don’t want to piss them off (or you will be doomed to eternal head winds, or just ‘the winds’).

Mike drop followed by bar drop.

And as far as changing hand...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-16-24, 08:20 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 961
Posted By rsbob

Yup,we be watching.

Yup,we be watching.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-16-24, 09:19 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,403
Posted By rsbob

I think of the same thing every time I see...

I think of the same thing every time I see someone in Goth attire and face paint, or hippie attire or a drag queen or what ever. You are working so hard to conform to a standard of non-conformity. ...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-16-24, 09:15 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,403
Posted By rsbob

Because…..it adds to the irony and parody? Like...

Because…..it adds to the irony and parody? Like someone kitted out in full F1 attire riding a kiddy car.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-16-24, 09:04 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 570
Posted By rsbob

Oh you are making my head hurt. Sounds like a...

Oh you are making my head hurt. Sounds like a future forum discussion which will go six pages initiated by Larry, but will have to add shirtless with on helmet. :D

Oh, and I believe the type of...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-15-24, 09:38 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,686
Posted By rsbob

Space lasers these days

Space lasers these days
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-15-24, 09:24 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 342
Posted By rsbob

Am trying to get into the practice of drinking 8...

Am trying to get into the practice of drinking 8 ounces before heading out. Then I carry two of the larger water bottles (bidons for the Europeans) and set a countdown timer to remind me to drink...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-15-24, 09:02 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 570
Posted By rsbob

‘Vision trumps helmet”. :popcorn

‘Vision trumps helmet”. :popcorn
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-15-24, 08:10 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 814
Posted By rsbob

Pure genius. Kill them with kindness and donuts.

Pure genius. Kill them with kindness and donuts.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-15-24, 08:07 AM
Replies: 6,590
Views: 627,533
Posted By rsbob

Took him to school. Nice ride and nice guy. ...

Took him to school. Nice ride and nice guy. Awesome climbing
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-14-24, 07:30 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 570
Posted By rsbob

One word: Photo-chromatic

One word: Photo-chromatic
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-14-24, 10:11 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 2,431
Posted By rsbob

The bike shop that services my bikes has a 90%...

The bike shop that services my bikes has a 90% carbon inventory - but then they only sell high end gravel and racing bikes. So your shop and my shop may have differing opinions. But then they are...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-13-24, 09:33 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 2,431
Posted By rsbob

He better stay off Boeing Dreamliners too. A...

He better stay off Boeing Dreamliners too. A ‘fall’ from one of those would really hurt - but only for a second.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-12-24, 05:02 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 935
Posted By rsbob

New rims and low rolling resistance tires like...

New rims and low rolling resistance tires like the Continental Gran Prix 5000 series will make a world of difference. You may want to consult your LBS if you are unsure how wide a tire your frame...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-12-24, 04:52 PM
Replies: 27,305
Views: 3,253,322
Posted By rsbob

I have one similar by Halo. It is novel to have...

I have one similar by Halo. It is novel to have the sweat running down my temples after being channeled away from my eyes.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-12-24, 04:49 PM
Replies: 27,305
Views: 3,253,322
Posted By rsbob

Looks like the trail that parallels 90 coming out...

Looks like the trail that parallels 90 coming out of Issaquah going up to ‘beautiful’ Preston
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-12-24, 09:13 AM
Replies: 112
Views: 2,826
Posted By rsbob

Wholeheartedly agree with the statement. I use...

Wholeheartedly agree with the statement. I use this while cycling or driving. Predictability is your friend; however, it is never a complete guarantee - but it certainly helps.

There have been...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-11-24, 10:10 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 3,466
Posted By rsbob

I have three drop bar bikes and a mountain bike. ...

I have three drop bar bikes and a mountain bike. The farthest I have ridden the mtb at one stretch is 50 miles, which was plenty being basically locked into two hand positions - one on the grips and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-11-24, 08:39 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 2,826
Posted By rsbob

I’m feeling a certain amount of grief right now.

I’m feeling a certain amount of grief right now.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-11-24, 08:33 PM
Replies: 6,590
Views: 627,533
Posted By rsbob

13 flat lazy miles with the better half. Garmin...

13 flat lazy miles with the better half. Garmin still is disapproving and says I need a day or two off. Damn computers.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-11-24, 08:27 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 572
Posted By rsbob

Is that a strength or weakness?

Is that a strength or weakness?
Forum: Road Cycling
06-11-24, 12:18 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 572
Posted By rsbob

On club rides that came out to my neck of the...

On club rides that came out to my neck of the woods, I had a one-up on the climbs and pacing. I usually would ride near the front, or would be in the pacelines, but on a couple of climbs of 1/2 to 1...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-11-24, 09:59 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 572
Posted By rsbob

Oh so true. Just yesterday, had a guy I have...

Oh so true. Just yesterday, had a guy I have never seen before jump on my wheel for a couple of miles of rolling hills. On one I decided to see if I could drop him and cranked it up to 400+ watts...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-11-24, 09:47 AM
Replies: 6,590
Views: 627,533
Posted By rsbob

looks more impressive than actuality. I have only...

looks more impressive than actuality. I have only ridden those roads twice, but will take the meager win. Now if I can get a KOM for age group or overall, then it will be something.

BUT, I did hit...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-10-24, 08:41 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,666
Posted By rsbob

Since you are sticking to budget shorts, these...

Since you are sticking to budget shorts, these are the ones I use on my indoor trainer, X Tiger...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-10-24, 08:22 PM
Replies: 6,590
Views: 627,533
Posted By rsbob

That’s the spirit - another century in the bag! ...

That’s the spirit - another century in the bag! I wonder how many intersections you crossed to get it?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-10-24, 08:18 PM
Replies: 6,590
Views: 627,533
Posted By rsbob

A wee bit of climbing

Most of the climbs were punchy climbs ranging from 7-14%. No long grades - but would sure enjoy one.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-10-24, 09:49 AM
Replies: 112
Views: 2,826
Posted By rsbob

I agree that a golf cart is not a pedestrian and...

I agree that a golf cart is not a pedestrian and as such is not entitled to the right of way in a crosswalk. The cars coming the opposite direction were under no obligation to stop but did because...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-09-24, 10:37 PM
Replies: 6,590
Views: 627,533
Posted By rsbob

What a perfect management, shoot them selves in...

What a perfect management, shoot them selves in the foot nightmare, you inherited. I have seen this happen several times and it falls on poor individuals like yourself have to clean up their mess. I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-09-24, 09:23 PM
Replies: 6,590
Views: 627,533
Posted By rsbob

“work induced” has to be the worst. I would ride...

“work induced” has to be the worst. I would ride the trainer too with those kind of temps. Nice climbing 👍
Forum: Road Cycling
06-09-24, 08:31 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 1,833
Posted By rsbob

Am waiting for the snarky sarcastic version of...

Am waiting for the snarky sarcastic version of AI. Something like Hawkeye Pierce.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-09-24, 08:26 PM
Replies: 132
Views: 6,744
Posted By rsbob

hilarious!!!!

hilarious!!!!
Forum: Road Cycling
06-09-24, 08:25 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 1,639
Posted By rsbob

No worries, it’s a legit question. Look Here...

No worries, it’s a legit question. Look Here (https://www.bikeforums.net/road-cycling/1294356-wheelset-advice-hunts-ffwd-elite.html)
Forum: Road Cycling
06-09-24, 04:50 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 572
Posted By rsbob

Why didn’t I take your perspective to begin with?...

Why didn’t I take your perspective to begin with? :twitchy: If I could only ride in a state of perpetual fear, or better yet, abject terror, there would be no time to feel sorry for myself. Plus as...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-09-24, 04:26 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 1,833
Posted By rsbob

I have found using a power meter in concert with...

I have found using a power meter in concert with a heart rate monitor, ultimately very helpful in regulating the level of exertion so I can either go the distance or pace myself on a long climb. The...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-09-24, 04:18 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 225
Posted By rsbob

You may want to check some cycle packing videos...

You may want to check some cycle packing videos on YouTube. My wife and I cycled around the Sienna area in October - a bit more north, but the weather was fantastic - not roasting hot lie Summer. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-09-24, 04:11 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 572
Posted By rsbob

I believe that riding with another distracts me...

I believe that riding with another distracts me from how hard I am working - it takes my mind away from the suffering and instead helps me apply myself just a bit more. It keeps me away from ‘how...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-09-24, 03:43 PM
Replies: 132
Views: 6,744
Posted By rsbob

How condescending do you need to be to boost your...

How condescending do you need to be to boost your self esteem?
Forum: Road Cycling
06-09-24, 09:52 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 1,639
Posted By rsbob

The OP doesn’t appear to me to be a hands-on...

The OP doesn’t appear to me to be a hands-on mechanic type since he farms out maintenance to a shop. I could be wrong - it could be time constraints. However, if the former is the case, I doubt he...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-09-24, 08:39 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 3,466
Posted By rsbob

And isn’t wonderful that they now have a...

And isn’t wonderful that they now have a purpose-built dedicated bike that does gravel really well? It took a long time, but finally they are here.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-09-24, 08:17 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 572
Posted By rsbob

That settles it. Thank you. Thread closed.

That settles it. Thank you. Thread closed.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-08-24, 11:32 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 572
Posted By rsbob

Do riding companions give you extra spark?

I am not talking about competing against friends or trading pulls, but getting a shot of extra energy. Also not talking about trying to impress or showing off - but just having a bit more?

On my...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-08-24, 08:32 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 643
Posted By rsbob

I will need to visit western Washington on of...

I will need to visit western Washington on of these days. I understand it is quite beautiful. 😍
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