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Forum: Triathlon
08-20-24, 02:40 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 10,075
Posted By TXRunner78

Is degreasing the chain a matter of just spraying...

Is degreasing the chain a matter of just spraying it down and letting the cleaner do it's job, or do I need to get in and scrub the chain with a rag or something? Such a newb question. LOL.

Was...
Forum: Triathlon
08-19-24, 07:37 AM
Replies: 186
Views: 10,075
Posted By TXRunner78

Any tips on a bike chain cleaner? I imagine the...

Any tips on a bike chain cleaner? I imagine the extreme humid heat we have had this summer is messing with my chain. I was out of a town for about week and then this past Saturday I pulled out my...
Forum: Triathlon
07-29-24, 01:16 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 10,075
Posted By TXRunner78

Thanks guys for the positive reinforcement. It...

Thanks guys for the positive reinforcement. It really was a tough day yesterday. I pretty much psyched myself out.

VegasJen - It was nothing you said. It was mostly the post over on the...
Forum: Triathlon
07-29-24, 10:28 AM
Replies: 186
Views: 10,075
Posted By TXRunner78

Well, things definitely did not go as planned. I...

Well, things definitely did not go as planned. I guess for the lack of a better explanation is that I had a panic attack while trying to get some sleep before the race. I ended up getting a late...
Forum: Triathlon
07-27-24, 01:12 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 10,075
Posted By TXRunner78

Any tips for keeping your gear dry in transition?...

Any tips for keeping your gear dry in transition? Looks like it is going to be raining on and off tomorrow. It is so wet already from the constant rain this week that they were telling people they...
Forum: Triathlon
07-23-24, 11:38 AM
Replies: 186
Views: 10,075
Posted By TXRunner78

I have a new set of goggles that I wanted to try...

I have a new set of goggles that I wanted to try out. So I put the baby soap on both pairs of goggles last night. I used my new pair for my swim last night. No fogging at all. Also loved the fit of...
Forum: Triathlon
07-22-24, 02:50 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 10,075
Posted By TXRunner78

550m. So not bad at all. Should be able to...

550m. So not bad at all. Should be able to navigate it without any issues as long as I don't try to sprint it. I keep telling myself, swimming is not the same cardio as running. I figure I will be in...
Forum: Triathlon
07-22-24, 10:09 AM
Replies: 186
Views: 10,075
Posted By TXRunner78

I have been practicing some timing mechanisms...

I have been practicing some timing mechanisms (counts in my head) during my swims to use that can get me regulated if I feel like I am going too fast and tiring out. So far so good when applying...
Forum: Triathlon
07-22-24, 07:09 AM
Replies: 186
Views: 10,075
Posted By TXRunner78

Sprint is this coming weekend! I was out visiting...

Sprint is this coming weekend! I was out visiting family in California for the past week. So didn't have any bike time this past week. But did some running out there and a friend of mine took me to...
Forum: Triathlon
07-02-24, 01:00 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 10,075
Posted By TXRunner78

The heat right now in Texas sucks. On the...

The heat right now in Texas sucks. On the weekends I try to do my runs or bike rides in the morning. During the week, I run at lunch. Today's run was 96 degrees, feels like 108. 48% humidity, dew...
Forum: Triathlon
07-02-24, 12:26 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 10,075
Posted By TXRunner78

Coffee is one thing I don't drink. LOL. I can't...

Coffee is one thing I don't drink. LOL. I can't stand the taste of it. I am usually an empty stomach runner. When I do my races, the most I may eat is a stinger waffle before the run. My concern...
Forum: Triathlon
07-02-24, 10:27 AM
Replies: 186
Views: 10,075
Posted By TXRunner78

Any fueling suggestions for a sprint?

Any fueling suggestions for a sprint?
Forum: Triathlon
07-01-24, 08:05 AM
Replies: 186
Views: 10,075
Posted By TXRunner78

I think I am going to try to move my seat back...

I think I am going to try to move my seat back and tilt the nose up a little to see if that helps out.
Forum: Triathlon
06-30-24, 09:56 AM
Replies: 186
Views: 10,075
Posted By TXRunner78

Got my bike back yesterday. Along with the new...

Got my bike back yesterday. Along with the new chain, cabling, cassette, and tires, I decided to just have them put a new base bar and aerobars. Went out for a ride this morning, and it was a nice...
Forum: Triathlon
06-12-24, 02:03 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 10,075
Posted By TXRunner78

I was thinking about using some epoxy also to fix...

I was thinking about using some epoxy also to fix the solution. I think the bar that the arm rest slides on, I can put some epoxy underneath the part that rests against the bars and it should do the...
Forum: Triathlon
06-11-24, 12:21 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 10,075
Posted By TXRunner78

Took the bike in for a tune up today. There are...

Took the bike in for a tune up today. There are two known shops in town. One is very advertised around town with bumper stickers. Was trying to decide which one to go to. Both of them had so so...
Forum: Triathlon
06-11-24, 07:24 AM
Replies: 186
Views: 10,075
Posted By TXRunner78

I am starting to think these aren't replaceable....

I am starting to think these aren't replaceable. The base bar and TT bars are all one piece. I don't think there is anyway to mount some different arm rest trays on the bars. I am taking my bike into...
Forum: Triathlon
06-09-24, 10:14 AM
Replies: 186
Views: 10,075
Posted By TXRunner78

Well, a little set back today. Broke one of the...

Well, a little set back today. Broke one of the elbow rests on my aero bars when I went down hitting a curb on a right hand turn (was going really slow and looked down for a second and tire hit the...
Forum: Triathlon
06-07-24, 01:27 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 10,075
Posted By TXRunner78

On course etiquette question. As a runner, I know...

On course etiquette question. As a runner, I know that you try to follow the rule of slower runners on the right side of the road/path. When you need to stop running an walk, you put your hand up to...
Forum: Triathlon
06-06-24, 02:28 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 10,075
Posted By TXRunner78

I am not certain if it is a true TT saddle. Here...

I am not certain if it is a true TT saddle. Here is the description from the Prolog site. The saddle is listed under the "road" section. They do have some Dimension models listed under the TT...
Forum: Triathlon
06-06-24, 02:17 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 10,075
Posted By TXRunner78

Anyone ever try the Prologo Dimension saddle? I...

Anyone ever try the Prologo Dimension saddle? I picked one up on a steal of a price. Going to throw it on my bike and see how it works. At least it will be better than what I have now and can use for...
Forum: Triathlon
06-04-24, 02:29 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 10,075
Posted By TXRunner78

Thanks. I thought the $300 seemed a little pricy....

Thanks. I thought the $300 seemed a little pricy. Now the shop that has this prices uses all sorts of computers and tech. Yea, I am not there. Just make my seat comfy for me. LOL.
Forum: Triathlon
06-04-24, 01:53 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 10,075
Posted By TXRunner78

Chatting with my buddy at work about our bikes....

Chatting with my buddy at work about our bikes. He is about to take his bike in for a tune up also. We got into talking about getting fit also. What would be an average pricing for a tune up and and...
Forum: Triathlon
06-03-24, 09:18 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 10,075
Posted By TXRunner78

Just by looking at the Selle SMP Dynamic I can...

Just by looking at the Selle SMP Dynamic I can tell it’s way more comfortable than my saddle. I think the one that is on it now is one of the Selle saddles you can get at Walmart. Lol
Forum: Triathlon
06-03-24, 09:02 AM
Replies: 186
Views: 10,075
Posted By TXRunner78

Speaking of tire puncture, what do you guys carry...

Speaking of tire puncture, what do you guys carry on your bike for long rides? Obviously it's probably not a big issue for my upcoming sprint, but if I continue on with the IM training, I want to...
Forum: Triathlon
06-03-24, 07:42 AM
Replies: 186
Views: 10,075
Posted By TXRunner78

Thanks. I ordered a pair last night that have the...

Thanks. I ordered a pair last night that have the gel pads in the palm. I did notice that when riding, my hands started to hurt a little and fall asleep. I am still getting comfortable with the...
Forum: Triathlon
06-02-24, 10:01 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 10,075
Posted By TXRunner78

I asked my buddy about gloves today. Any...

I asked my buddy about gloves today. Any suggestions on brand and type?
Forum: Triathlon
06-02-24, 04:58 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 10,075
Posted By TXRunner78

Got out for my first ride on Saturday and again...

Got out for my first ride on Saturday and again today. Digging riding the bike. Definitely need to switch out the grip tape on my bars. My hands were sweating so much and kept slipping. I also need...
Forum: Triathlon
05-31-24, 06:59 AM
Replies: 186
Views: 10,075
Posted By TXRunner78

I ended up buying these pedals. They came in...

I ended up buying these pedals. They came in yesterday. I was kind of surprised about the size of them. I guess it is my inexperience in the bike world. When I compared them to the pedals on the bike...
Forum: Triathlon
05-31-24, 06:57 AM
Replies: 186
Views: 10,075
Posted By TXRunner78

I am using goggles. I went for another swim...

I am using goggles. I went for another swim session last night. Much easier than my first one. I concentrated more on finding a rhythm rather than speed. I am starting to get the breathing routine...
Forum: Triathlon
05-30-24, 02:33 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 10,075
Posted By TXRunner78

I am in the same boat as you. LOL. Swimming is...

I am in the same boat as you. LOL. Swimming is tough. Once I get a little more acclimated to swimming, I also definitely will need some type of formal training plan.

Does anyone have any...
Forum: Triathlon
05-29-24, 01:45 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 10,075
Posted By TXRunner78

Based on my handle bar set up, what would be the...

Based on my handle bar set up, what would be the best way to mount a computer? I am thinking a top cap mount, but not sure if that is too far down to take a peek at when in aero position. Is there...
Forum: Triathlon
05-29-24, 10:12 AM
Replies: 186
Views: 10,075
Posted By TXRunner78

The bike rack is pretty cool. I don't need...

The bike rack is pretty cool. I don't need anything fancy and it will only be one bike. I may take a crack at doing a mini version of that for one bike.
Forum: Triathlon
05-29-24, 07:50 AM
Replies: 186
Views: 10,075
Posted By TXRunner78

Yea, I have to keep telling myself that it was my...

Yea, I have to keep telling myself that it was my first swimming in many years. I actually surprised myself on how well I was actually going for each lap. I thought I would be worse. I think being a...
Forum: Triathlon
05-28-24, 11:45 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 10,075
Posted By TXRunner78

Well finally signed for 24 Hour Fitness today and...

Well finally signed for 24 Hour Fitness today and went to the pool at 11pm tonight, Training for a marathon has nothing on swim training. Holy cow. I thought I had good lung capacity from running....
Forum: Triathlon
05-28-24, 08:35 AM
Replies: 186
Views: 10,075
Posted By TXRunner78

VegasJen Are these the peddles you use? ...

VegasJen Are these the peddles you use?
...
Forum: Triathlon
05-27-24, 07:34 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 10,075
Posted By TXRunner78

Thanks for the feedback all. Pretty excited to...

Thanks for the feedback all. Pretty excited to start riding. Since this is my first “competition” type bike, it blew me away how lite the bike is. When I took it for a test spin before buying, I was...
Forum: Triathlon
05-27-24, 06:53 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 10,075
Posted By TXRunner78

Any suggestions on cage pedals? I don’t have any...

Any suggestions on cage pedals? I don’t have any desire to do clip ins right now.
Forum: Triathlon
05-27-24, 06:46 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 10,075
Posted By TXRunner78

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Forum: Triathlon
05-27-24, 04:22 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 10,075
Posted By TXRunner78

Well, I now have a bike! The seller of the Giant...

Well, I now have a bike! The seller of the Giant came through in the end. Just got back from picking it up. Took a quick spin around the block on it. If I had a helmet I would have gone for a few...
Forum: Triathlon
05-27-24, 12:09 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 10,075
Posted By TXRunner78

This is what is posted on the Facebook listing: ...

This is what is posted on the Facebook listing:

Felt Carbon Fiber/Aluminum 58cm Tri Bike. Shimano derailer. Micheline krylion carbon tires. Aksium race rims.
Forum: Triathlon
05-26-24, 01:28 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 10,075
Posted By TXRunner78

So looks like the seller of the Giant is a bit...

So looks like the seller of the Giant is a bit wishy washy. May be the reason why the bike has been on FB Marketplace for over two months. Been trying to meet up with him for two days now and he...
Forum: Triathlon
05-24-24, 10:29 AM
Replies: 186
Views: 10,075
Posted By TXRunner78

I have my eyes on a couple of helmets on that VT...

I have my eyes on a couple of helmets on that VT list. They are on that $50-$75 range if I order online. $100 locally. I checked REI and another local bike shop and they didn't have any reasonably...
Forum: Triathlon
05-24-24, 10:13 AM
Replies: 186
Views: 10,075
Posted By TXRunner78

Thanks. I don't have any helmet. LOL. First bike...

Thanks. I don't have any helmet. LOL. First bike and will be my first helmet.
Forum: Triathlon
05-24-24, 08:03 AM
Replies: 186
Views: 10,075
Posted By TXRunner78

Assuming this bike pans out, need to start...

Assuming this bike pans out, need to start gearing up to ride. Any helmet suggestions? I have been looking at the Oakley ARO3 helmet. But then I really don't know much about helmets. LOL.
Forum: Triathlon
05-23-24, 09:46 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 10,075
Posted By TXRunner78

Thanks for the feedback. I reached out to the...

Thanks for the feedback. I reached out to the seller and he still has the bike. I am meeting up with him on Saturday afternoon to check it out.
Forum: Triathlon
05-23-24, 12:45 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 10,075
Posted By TXRunner78

Here is a pic of the Giant. This is what the...

Here is a pic of the Giant. This is what the description says:

Giant TCR Composite bike with triathlon handlebars. Includes both regular peddles and peddles for clip-on shoes (not shown). Easton...
Forum: Triathlon
05-23-24, 08:00 AM
Replies: 186
Views: 10,075
Posted By TXRunner78

Still on a search for a bike. I think I have...

Still on a search for a bike. I think I have found a couple that I am really interested in, but there are several hours away. Trying to find some time to go check them out. Any thoughts on which of...
Forum: Triathlon
05-15-24, 09:50 AM
Replies: 186
Views: 10,075
Posted By TXRunner78

I am now officially registered for the sprint....

I am now officially registered for the sprint. Headed out of town this weekend and when I get back, getting my gym membership so I can start swimming in the mornings before work. I have my eye on...
Forum: Triathlon
05-13-24, 02:02 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 10,075
Posted By TXRunner78

VegasJen Thanks for the advice. Saving me from...

VegasJen Thanks for the advice. Saving me from buying a bad bike! I will go back on the lookout. The Nemesis bikes seem to be still available from the sellers, but they are about 2.5 hours away and I...
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