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Forum: Road Cycling
09-20-24, 11:42 AM
Replies: 5,620
Views: 137,147
Posted By Trsnrtr

I had a CV shot and a flu shot on Tuesday and...

I had a CV shot and a flu shot on Tuesday and must be having a delayed reaction. I swear that I have the flu. Rode 20 miles and barely got home. Then, again, it is allergy season and near 90° so that...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-19-24, 06:02 AM
Replies: 5,620
Views: 137,147
Posted By Trsnrtr

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Forum: Road Cycling
09-18-24, 01:59 PM
Replies: 5,620
Views: 137,147
Posted By Trsnrtr

You can't take it with you. Someday , you'll be...

You can't take it with you. Someday , you'll be in your 80s and thinking, "I should have bought that bike." In my case, it was my 70s when I decided that.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-17-24, 12:37 PM
Replies: 5,620
Views: 137,147
Posted By Trsnrtr

Pound Cake. :thumb:

Pound Cake. :thumb:
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-17-24, 05:56 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 354
Posted By Trsnrtr

Great read.

Great read.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-14-24, 02:28 PM
Replies: 5,620
Views: 137,147
Posted By Trsnrtr

Because of my age, I think of E. Howard Hunt.

Because of my age, I think of E. Howard Hunt.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-12-24, 05:53 AM
Replies: 5,620
Views: 137,147
Posted By Trsnrtr

I feel 10-15 years younger and 25# lighter. Best...

I feel 10-15 years younger and 25# lighter. Best decision I ever made. I've been struggling for a few years, actually since 2019. Good days on the bike and then bad days. Never know which day it will...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-11-24, 05:37 PM
Replies: 5,620
Views: 137,147
Posted By Trsnrtr

11 speed, correct? That’s way out of spec...

11 speed, correct?

That’s way out of spec for an 11 speed chain. 0.5 is time to start looking for a chain. At 1%, the cassette is probably trashed, too.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-11-24, 05:33 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 293
Posted By Trsnrtr

You’re excused. Nice pics! :thumb:

You’re excused. Nice pics! :thumb:
Forum: Road Cycling
09-11-24, 02:06 PM
Replies: 5,620
Views: 137,147
Posted By Trsnrtr

Our pumpkin harvest has been underway for a...

Our pumpkin harvest has been underway for a couple weeks now.

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Forum: Road Cycling
09-11-24, 05:45 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,475
Posted By Trsnrtr

For the OP, I've owned bikes that felt "dead"...

For the OP, I've owned bikes that felt "dead" when standing on the pedals and I've felt others that seem to just jump when standing. Those that "jump" is what I would call "snap."
Forum: Road Cycling
09-10-24, 01:31 PM
Replies: 5,620
Views: 137,147
Posted By Trsnrtr

We had a beautiful morning for my...

We had a beautiful morning for my Tuesday-Thursday group ride. Started off a little chilly but quickly warmed up to perfect riding temps, upper 60s to low 70s with sunshine, no wind and gorgeous...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-10-24, 06:10 AM
Replies: 5,620
Views: 137,147
Posted By Trsnrtr

Hermes When my wife and I were there in 2001, we...

Hermes When my wife and I were there in 2001, we had a German guide. Most of our rides were from 45-60 miles which is a lot due to the terrain which I’m sure you know by now. Anyway, we’d stop every...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-09-24, 02:08 PM
Replies: 5,620
Views: 137,147
Posted By Trsnrtr

We stayed in Santa Ponca which caters to German...

We stayed in Santa Ponca which caters to German and British tourists so menus were in all three languages as were a lot of signs.

On a side note, isn’t the Mediterranean the most spectacular blue...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-08-24, 05:51 AM
Replies: 5,620
Views: 137,147
Posted By Trsnrtr

Oh, to be so young and not experience the sublime...

Oh, to be so young and not experience the sublime ride of tubular silk tires.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-07-24, 09:44 AM
Replies: 5,620
Views: 137,147
Posted By Trsnrtr

Definitely.

Definitely.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-06-24, 03:17 PM
Replies: 5,620
Views: 137,147
Posted By Trsnrtr

OK, that sux.

OK, that sux.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-06-24, 02:34 PM
Replies: 5,620
Views: 137,147
Posted By Trsnrtr

Catching up: My brother had a Yugo (new)...

Catching up:

My brother had a Yugo (new) and drove it daily in college and to my parents house on every weekend, roughly 300 mile round trip. It crapped out at around 40k on I-55 south of...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-06-24, 02:26 PM
Replies: 5,620
Views: 137,147
Posted By Trsnrtr

Same. We’ve had pleasant days (70s) but Mother...

Same. We’ve had pleasant days (70s) but Mother Nature often sneaks in a couple 90s yet.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-04-24, 04:49 PM
Replies: 5,620
Views: 137,147
Posted By Trsnrtr

Tomorrow is a sad day. We deliver our beloved...

Tomorrow is a sad day. We deliver our beloved Commotion Supremo to a couple in Michigan. My wife’s injuries prohibit her from riding it very far and even then in pain. A single causes her pain but...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-04-24, 04:13 PM
Replies: 5,620
Views: 137,147
Posted By Trsnrtr

I knew someone who bought a Sonett new back in...

I knew someone who bought a Sonett new back in the early 70s. My mother said if you can’t say anything nice… :rolleyes:

Same for the early 70s Lotus Europa.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-02-24, 03:44 PM
Replies: 5,620
Views: 137,147
Posted By Trsnrtr

I'm sitting here at 4:43 and it still feels like...

I'm sitting here at 4:43 and it still feels like a Sunday to me. Seriously, I can't shake it.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-02-24, 02:13 PM
Replies: 5,620
Views: 137,147
Posted By Trsnrtr

Nailed it. My wife and I said that while eating...

Nailed it. My wife and I said that while eating breakfast this morning.

A friend of ours who is a nurse was so screwed up this morning that she swore it was a Saturday. I sort of understand...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-02-24, 12:40 PM
Replies: 5,620
Views: 137,147
Posted By Trsnrtr

I almost got hit by an egret this morning as it...

I almost got hit by an egret this morning as it flew slightly over and in front of me . Got to see it up close. Pretty underbelly.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-01-24, 12:15 PM
Replies: 5,620
Views: 137,147
Posted By Trsnrtr

:love:

:love:
Forum: Road Cycling
08-31-24, 06:01 PM
Replies: 5,620
Views: 137,147
Posted By Trsnrtr

Yes, 12 speed. Thought that was a given in this...

Yes, 12 speed. Thought that was a given in this day and age.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-31-24, 04:10 PM
Replies: 5,620
Views: 137,147
Posted By Trsnrtr

Sweet! :thumb:

Sweet! :thumb:
Forum: Road Cycling
08-31-24, 03:59 PM
Replies: 5,620
Views: 137,147
Posted By Trsnrtr

10x28. Front is a 46. More specs: SLR...

10x28. Front is a 46.

More specs:

SLR 800 frame
SRAM Red rear derailleur
SRAM Red brakes
Praxis crank. I tried to upgrade but evidently can’t be done because of the motor.
RSL 37 wheels...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-31-24, 02:20 PM
Replies: 5,620
Views: 137,147
Posted By Trsnrtr

Yes. The frame is available with a 2x setup,...

Yes. The frame is available with a 2x setup, thus the hanger. There is a very nice chain catcher that goes there. It's on order.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-31-24, 02:16 PM
Replies: 5,620
Views: 137,147
Posted By Trsnrtr

No. Must be some weird illusion going on.

No. Must be some weird illusion going on.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-31-24, 02:16 PM
Replies: 5,620
Views: 137,147
Posted By Trsnrtr

The bars are getting replaced the first chance...

The bars are getting replaced the first chance that I can. I have a sweet carbon Easton bar but I forgot to give it to the shop. New bar tape will be in the offing.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-31-24, 12:38 PM
Replies: 5,620
Views: 137,147
Posted By Trsnrtr

Maiden voyage. Only dropped my wife once on a 2.1...

Maiden voyage. Only dropped my wife once on a 2.1 mile climb…. :innocent:

There were swear words and rude gestures involved.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-31-24, 06:50 AM
Replies: 5,620
Views: 137,147
Posted By Trsnrtr

Prepping an e-assist bike. Pics to follow.

Prepping an e-assist bike.

Pics to follow.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-30-24, 06:10 AM
Replies: 5,620
Views: 137,147
Posted By Trsnrtr

Like anyone else who has owned a British “wind in...

Like anyone else who has owned a British “wind in the face” roadster, I can remember the “feel” in that video. Thanks for the memories. :thumb:
Forum: Road Cycling
08-29-24, 05:37 AM
Replies: 5,620
Views: 137,147
Posted By Trsnrtr

She's already whining and I don't even have the...

She's already whining and I don't even have the thing, yet.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-28-24, 01:13 PM
Replies: 5,620
Views: 137,147
Posted By Trsnrtr

My take, also. My wife and I have test driven...

My take, also. My wife and I have test driven several over the years and she can barely see over the dash. Seems to only be Toyotas.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-28-24, 12:21 PM
Replies: 5,620
Views: 137,147
Posted By Trsnrtr

I do like his music choices.

I do like his music choices.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-28-24, 10:07 AM
Replies: 5,620
Views: 137,147
Posted By Trsnrtr

Just morning?

Just morning?
Forum: Road Cycling
08-28-24, 08:14 AM
Replies: 5,620
Views: 137,147
Posted By Trsnrtr

We’ve got a new guy riding with us that jams...

We’ve got a new guy riding with us that jams hills but often leaves gaps in the pace line for others to fill. I hope to not be one of those e-riders that screws things up but this guy has a target on...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-28-24, 07:56 AM
Replies: 5,620
Views: 137,147
Posted By Trsnrtr

I had a national coach fit me in the ‘80s and...

I had a national coach fit me in the ‘80s and didn’t gat another professional fit until 2014. Almost nothing changed except I think a 2mm spacer was added. Had another when I bought my E’monda and...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-28-24, 07:50 AM
Replies: 5,620
Views: 137,147
Posted By Trsnrtr

Bonus, I will no longer have to worry about...

Bonus, I will no longer have to worry about keeping the derailleur batteries charged. Charging the bike charges everything.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-28-24, 07:47 AM
Replies: 5,620
Views: 137,147
Posted By Trsnrtr

I haven’t been more excited about a bike in a...

I haven’t been more excited about a bike in a long time. Probably be my last bike. Wish I would have had my name painted on it. Didn’t think of it at the time.

Anyway, situation has reached the...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-28-24, 07:38 AM
Replies: 5,620
Views: 137,147
Posted By Trsnrtr

Getting wheels and tires, too, to make it more...

Getting wheels and tires, too, to make it more road-like.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-28-24, 07:35 AM
Replies: 5,620
Views: 137,147
Posted By Trsnrtr

In the house. Waiting on a SRAM Red brake set. ...

In the house. Waiting on a SRAM Red brake set.

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Forum: Road Cycling
08-27-24, 04:02 PM
Replies: 5,620
Views: 137,147
Posted By Trsnrtr

Even if it's a P.O.S., I bet you'll love driving...

Even if it's a P.O.S., I bet you'll love driving and tinkering with it. :thumb:
Forum: Road Cycling
08-26-24, 02:16 PM
Replies: 5,620
Views: 137,147
Posted By Trsnrtr

I still have a hematoma on my elbow after 31...

I still have a hematoma on my elbow after 31 days. It’s down to golf ball size as opposed to the original softball size but still is weird looking. Freaks my wife out.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-26-24, 02:08 PM
Replies: 5,620
Views: 137,147
Posted By Trsnrtr

My Domane + arrived at the shop but lots of parts...

My Domane + arrived at the shop but lots of parts are being replaced/upgraded from Force to Red and more road-like wheels on order due tot bike coming from Trek set up as a gravel bike. Screw that....
Forum: Road Cycling
08-26-24, 02:05 PM
Replies: 5,620
Views: 137,147
Posted By Trsnrtr

Our “real feel” temps are supposed to be triple...

Our “real feel” temps are supposed to be triple digits this week. At my age, I’m no dummy. Cycling will be shorter and easier this week.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-26-24, 01:56 PM
Replies: 5,620
Views: 137,147
Posted By Trsnrtr

So, after talking about MG Midgets the last day...

So, after talking about MG Midgets the last day or two, I now have Facebook Marketplace ads for MGs. The long reach of the internet is scary.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-26-24, 07:31 AM
Replies: 5,620
Views: 137,147
Posted By Trsnrtr

Besides the Uniroyal Gal, we have Abe Lincoln in...

Besides the Uniroyal Gal, we have Abe Lincoln in Washington, IL depicting the "Common Man."
...
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