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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-13-24, 03:20 PM
Replies: 3,926
Sticky 65-85+ Thread
Views: 729,643
Posted By philbob57

I read once that if your legs give out before...

I read once that if your legs give out before your lungs do, you're in too high a gear; if your lungs give out first, your gear is too low. I'll bet that's worked for me, but it might be vice versa,...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-10-24, 04:38 PM
Replies: 3,926
Sticky 65-85+ Thread
Views: 729,643
Posted By philbob57

That 8 miles/day is very deceptive. For the last...

That 8 miles/day is very deceptive. For the last several years, I don't enjoy rides in rain or rides at temps under 65 or rides with winds over 15 or rides in the dark or rides in which the sun...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-25-24, 04:20 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 3,724
Posted By philbob57

A lot of people don't hear well, so some visual...

A lot of people don't hear well, so some visual indication of a following vehicle will be very helpful.

If only something that costs a lot less than $150 is available....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-25-24, 04:05 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 762
Posted By philbob57

A X" frame may have a seat tube that is X" long,...

A X" frame may have a seat tube that is X" long, but seat tubes are rarely installed vertically, nor do wheels all have the same diameter. Your formula for standover is flawed. Stay in school, indeed.
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
08-23-24, 08:24 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 7,690
Posted By philbob57

Thanks for the clarification.

Thanks for the clarification.
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
08-21-24, 03:47 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 7,690
Posted By philbob57

The way my calculator works, 130 km in 6 hours...

The way my calculator works, 130 km in 6 hours and 43 minutes is a little less than 20 km/hr. Am I misreading the numbers? 20 km/hr doesn't seem very fast to me.
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
08-20-24, 04:10 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 532
Posted By philbob57

I did that and went to the Scholl School of...

I did that and went to the Scholl School of Podiatry's clinic. I put my bike and Racermate into my car, and the doc and his students observed my pedaling on the trainer. The treatment had 2 parts -...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-04-24, 08:29 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,269
Posted By philbob57

Isn't that the topic of this thread? Don't...

Isn't that the topic of this thread?

Don't get me wrong - I'll buy overseas myself, but mainly to save money.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-02-24, 02:23 PM
Replies: 126
Views: 6,230
Posted By philbob57

Congratulations to all who got close to their...

Congratulations to all who got close to their goals or better, no matter what your goal is.
I was at 119 miles on July 12, only to feel pain in my knee with what my orthopod says is a bruised knee...
Forum: Pills and Ills
07-29-24, 11:55 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 875
Posted By philbob57

CMC joint? If you keep needing steroid shot, have...

CMC joint? If you keep needing steroid shot, have you considered surgery for your thumb? BTDT, and I'm happy I did, even though the surgeon for my left thumb didn't get as good a result as the...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-28-24, 01:17 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,418
Posted By philbob57

Hell of a way to greet 2022, Indy. I'm glad...

Hell of a way to greet 2022, Indy. I'm glad you're recovering.

I've been off the bike for 2+ weeks due to a knee injury that's pretty flaky. Started as ITBS; now the pain moves around, sometimes...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-28-24, 12:53 PM
Replies: 383
Views: 165,285
Posted By philbob57

I have a red Performance short-sleeved jersey,...

I have a red Performance short-sleeved jersey, old but it looks like it's in almost pristine condition, that no longer fits me. Pit to pit - 22". I'll include the Champion base layer. If you're the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-28-24, 12:39 PM
Replies: 224
Views: 9,969
Posted By philbob57

IDK ... a 'French' wheel has to have French...

IDK ... a 'French' wheel has to have French threading, IMO. Your rims are French, but the threading may be English.
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
07-26-24, 04:21 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 468
Posted By philbob57

And keep your elbows slightly bent. How's...

And keep your elbows slightly bent.

How's your core strength? A strong core is probably the best way to take weight off one's arms/hands.
Forum: Pills and Ills
07-26-24, 03:59 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 319
Posted By philbob57

Yup. Got my 2nd infection about 4 weeks after my...

Yup. Got my 2nd infection about 4 weeks after my last booster. (I was fully vaxed.) Basic recovery went well, because I caught the infection quickly and used Paxlovid, which ahs been very effective...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-26-24, 03:41 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 330
Posted By philbob57

Double and triple vintage front ders?

In another thread one poster stated that another poster was using a double front der on a triple on a vintage bike.

I bought a TA Cyclotouriste double in 1982 or '83 expecting to make it a triple....
Forum: Pills and Ills
07-15-24, 06:34 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 823
Posted By philbob57

I'm allergic to trees, grasses, mold, and...

I'm allergic to trees, grasses, mold, and ragweed. I get shots now, so my symptoms are much less intense than they used to be, but before I started the shots, my symptoms were moderated while and...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-13-24, 02:25 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,286
Posted By philbob57

I've started over a couple of times, too. Just...

I've started over a couple of times, too. Just keep riding. I, too, recommend riding for fun more than for anything else.

I have to keep telling myself, 'I'm riding my ride to reach my goals,'...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-13-24, 02:16 PM
Replies: 27,766
Views: 3,565,791
Posted By philbob57

26 on 7/7 23 on 7/10 30 on 7/12 More...

26 on 7/7
23 on 7/10
30 on 7/12

More humid than usual, and the wind has come from the N. Since I ride N and then turn around to ride S to get home, I had 2 tail winds on my way home. And it's...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-09-24, 08:12 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,055
Posted By philbob57

I'll mention Selle SMP, too. If the saddle fits,...

I'll mention Selle SMP, too. If the saddle fits, it supports the rider at the sit-bones and pubic rami. With split and the shape, the soft tissues aren't supported so they're protected from pain....
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-07-24, 07:10 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,193
Posted By philbob57

Supposed to be good for controlling bood pressure.

Supposed to be good for controlling bood pressure.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-30-24, 05:41 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 4,952
Posted By philbob57

My goal for June was 200 mile, rode 203. 11...

My goal for June was 200 mile, rode 203. 11 rides. 330 miles so far in 2024, 30 more than last year.

Goals for July: 300 miles, an 81 KM ride (birthday ride - age + 1) before August 7.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-30-24, 04:42 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,686
Posted By philbob57

I'm sort of partial to...

I'm sort of partial to https://www.benscycle.com/carradice-junior-saddle-bag---black-seat_bag_carradice__676-127/p or https://www.perennialcycle.com/carradice-originals-junior-saddlebag.html, etc....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-30-24, 02:11 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 748
Posted By philbob57

I liked the Specialized tape if I can get it at a...

I liked the Specialized tape if I can get it at a deep discount. The $3 tape I bought from China on ebay a few years ago has been comfortable and durable. I've gotten 2+ years from that tape, about...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
06-30-24, 01:46 PM
Replies: 210
Views: 10,394
Posted By philbob57

I don't think Vingegaard was really sneaky. It...

I don't think Vingegaard was really sneaky. It sounds to me that he's been up front about his sitch. He said he was ready. He said their goal for today was not to lose too much time. He performed...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-29-24, 08:27 PM
Replies: 192
Views: 12,899
Posted By philbob57

Leica, Hasselblad, Naim seem to have decided to...

Leica, Hasselblad, Naim seem to have decided to price their goods for the high earner market - less volume, much higher markup, maybe lower costs, less competition... Maybe Campagnolo made a similar...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
06-29-24, 08:26 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 524
Posted By philbob57

TdF World feed?

Peacock interrupts coverage on the feed they direct viewers to. Last year, they had a world feed without interruption. Is there a way to get that this year?

*** deleting expletives about...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
06-28-24, 11:32 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 372
Posted By philbob57

Thanks. This is so much more convenient than...

Thanks. This is so much more convenient than working with the official website.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-27-24, 04:38 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,228
Posted By philbob57

The Aldi stand looks a lot like the stand linked...

The Aldi stand looks a lot like the stand linked to at ebay, but it has 5 legs. That's definitely a problem, especially in the small space I have. Also, the Aldi stand doesn't allow using a lot of...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-26-24, 01:58 PM
Replies: 3,155
Views: 975,501
Posted By philbob57

Cannondale bikes 20% off at REI through July 4.

Cannondale bikes 20% off at REI through July 4.
Forum: Pills and Ills
06-26-24, 01:51 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 504
Posted By philbob57

Good luck tto your wife - no complications and...

Good luck tto your wife - no complications and fast recovery..
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-26-24, 01:29 PM
Replies: 327
Views: 20,191
Posted By philbob57

TA advertised triples in the early 1950s....

TA advertised triples in the early 1950s. Half-step plus granny was supposedly the 'ideal' setup for touring from the early 1960s. A friend who planned a tour across the Appalachians after HS...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
06-25-24, 03:45 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 766
Posted By philbob57

It would be 3 for Pogi, too. Or 3 for Pogi also. ...

It would be 3 for Pogi, too. Or 3 for Pogi also.

What do the bookies say?
Forum: Pills and Ills
06-23-24, 04:48 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 593
Posted By philbob57

Check the side effects of the meds you're taking....

Check the side effects of the meds you're taking. I expect you'll find potential explanations for your lack of energy/motivation. In particular, hydrochlorthiazide does a great job on my BP, but it...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-21-24, 06:30 PM
Replies: 27,766
Views: 3,565,791
Posted By philbob57

Almost 26 miles this morning, sunny, mid-70s to...

Almost 26 miles this morning, sunny, mid-70s to low 80s, negligible wind. Left knee hurt a bit, especially when accelerating from a full stop, but it was fine once I got going.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-20-24, 11:03 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 913
Posted By philbob57

I got a stainless M4 to solve the same problem at...

I got a stainless M4 to solve the same problem at my local hardware store. No need to pay for shipping or wait for delivery.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-19-24, 08:11 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,635
Posted By philbob57

First reminder of Mr. Leacock I've come across...

First reminder of Mr. Leacock I've come across since 1962. Made me look - all sorts of stuff at gutenberg.org. Thanks.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-17-24, 06:57 PM
Replies: 27,766
Views: 3,565,791
Posted By philbob57

25+ miles, a big 404' climbing. I got out onto...

25+ miles, a big 404' climbing. I got out onto the road before 9 AM to beat the heat wave, but the thermometer got into the 90s before I got home.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-17-24, 02:46 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 5,273
Posted By philbob57

I thought Kuss was at the Dauphine, but he was...

I thought Kuss was at the Dauphine, but he was invisible because he was not doing well.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-15-24, 07:37 AM
Replies: 27,766
Views: 3,565,791
Posted By philbob57

21+ miles yesterday, sunny, low 70s, wind mainly...

21+ miles yesterday, sunny, low 70s, wind mainly from N about 8-10 mph.

269 feet of climbing. It's pretty flat here. I often appreciate that.:)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 02:48 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 9,629
Posted By philbob57

Not much of a punishment for stealing a bike....

Not much of a punishment for stealing a bike. Good luck in finding a replacement.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 02:35 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 617
Posted By philbob57

What is the diameter of the seatpost?

What is the diameter of the seatpost?
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-13-24, 05:11 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 706
Posted By philbob57

Great news!

Great news!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-13-24, 04:40 PM
Replies: 27,766
Views: 3,565,791
Posted By philbob57

Just under 20 miles yesterday, low 80s, sunny,...

Just under 20 miles yesterday, low 80s, sunny, light wind, 31 days after my 1st Covid symptoms.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-10-24, 11:27 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,390
Posted By philbob57

Don't you mean 'AI is just very clever...

Don't you mean 'AI is just very clever programming with access to inordinate amounts of not totally reliable data?'
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-04-24, 11:02 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,765
Posted By philbob57

Before I got a workstand, I was able to get the...

Before I got a workstand, I was able to get the rear wheel off the ground by using a broom handle and 2 chairs or a chair and a table. I stuck the broom handle between the seat tube and the seat...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-03-24, 02:50 PM
Replies: 27,766
Views: 3,565,791
Posted By philbob57

14+ miles in perfect weather - sunny, mid-high...

14+ miles in perfect weather - sunny, mid-high 70s, wind 10 mph. This is my 2nd post-COVID ride. The 1st was 7 miles a week ago, and I didn't have enough energy to get back on the bike until...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-03-24, 02:37 PM
Replies: 3,926
Sticky 65-85+ Thread
Views: 729,643
Posted By philbob57

I ride for fun, miles, and average speed (such as...

I ride for fun, miles, and average speed (such as it is). At the beginning of a season, I add miles to my starting ride - maybe 20% week - until I can ride 25 miles and still be a good partner to my...
Forum: Pills and Ills
05-29-24, 03:01 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,904
Posted By philbob57

Pedal extenders have allowed me to keep my lower...

Pedal extenders have allowed me to keep my lower legs perpendicular to the ground throughout the whole pedal stroke.

I've also got some arthritis that shows up while walking, but my knees are...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-29-24, 02:52 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,591
Posted By philbob57

As a kid and a grad student, I just rode. When I...

As a kid and a grad student, I just rode. When I went back to biking several years after grad school, my chain broke on a Sunday ride in Alexandria, Va. No biker who passed me had a chain tool. No...
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