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Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-24-23, 06:56 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,239
Posted By Highcad

That's it - he's a threat in so many ways, not to...

That's it - he's a threat in so many ways, not to mention the incredible work he does for the GC. I do think he could compete for the GC, but that would require him to focus solely on that task and...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-23-23, 06:46 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,239
Posted By Highcad

Lance and George - Wout van Aert is the best in the Peloton

Wout's performance in 2022 TDF was unbelievable. And this year, on "The Move" podcast both Lance and George have called Wout - the best cyclist in the 2023 TDF. Thoughts?
Forum: Training & Nutrition
07-23-23, 05:01 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,375
Posted By Highcad

Sounds a bit high mate. Can you provide the...

Sounds a bit high mate. Can you provide the stage/year. But I agree, a non-pro is not capable of that energy output at that light weight.
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-23-23, 03:14 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 4,352
Posted By Highcad

But Wout has been pulling around the entire...

But Wout has been pulling around the entire Peleton - but look at Wout's performance at last years TDF - not normal at all.
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-23-23, 03:06 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 4,352
Posted By Highcad

By handling fish, he absorbed huge amounts of...

By handling fish, he absorbed huge amounts of Omega 3 - way past the acceptable limit.
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-23-23, 03:03 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 4,352
Posted By Highcad

I think I know those riders - and the 175lb guy...

I think I know those riders - and the 175lb guy has an actual motor in his body (they're only checking the bikes for motors).:)
Forum: Training & Nutrition
07-23-23, 02:04 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 5,074
Posted By Highcad

But on the bright side, you're most likely faster...

But on the bright side, you're most likely faster and have a stronger cardio system then 99.9% of the population. :)
Forum: Training & Nutrition
07-23-23, 01:52 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 3,663
Posted By Highcad

Those things are so damn good. I had one on a car...

Those things are so damn good. I had one on a car trip the other day - pure heaven.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
07-23-23, 01:08 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,375
Posted By Highcad

I agree, but then neither does racing...

I agree, but then neither does racing 100miles/day for 3 weeks or bombing down hills at 50mph - but they still do it. Gotta get that yellow jersey. :)
Forum: Training & Nutrition
07-23-23, 12:38 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,375
Posted By Highcad

Per Froome's interview referenced in the OP, ...

Per Froome's interview referenced in the OP, 100g/hr is much more then they did at SKY when he was winning TDF (2013-2017).
Forum: Training & Nutrition
07-23-23, 06:41 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,375
Posted By Highcad

Think it would be hard on a bike? - It's been...

Think it would be hard on a bike? - It's been reported that Kipchoge (current marathon world record holder) is taking in over 100g/hr during marathons, talk about gut distress. :)
...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
07-22-23, 07:36 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,368
Posted By Highcad

[QUOTE=Carbonfiberboy;22955184] Now, I use a...

[QUOTE=Carbonfiberboy;22955184]

Now, I use a very concentrated mix of maltodextrin and whey protein, about 750 calories/bottle.

What's the breakdown in the bottle (carb vs protein)
Forum: Training & Nutrition
07-22-23, 07:33 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,368
Posted By Highcad

What's the calorie breakdown in the 750 cal...

What's the calorie breakdown in the 750 cal bottle - how many calories of carb vs protein?
Forum: Training & Nutrition
07-22-23, 07:25 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,277
Posted By Highcad

Until the new stuff comes in - go by RPE, and...

Until the new stuff comes in - go by RPE, and guess your wattage, manually add your workouts to Gamin Connect, etc.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
07-22-23, 05:41 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,375
Posted By Highcad

Chris Froome - 100g/hr carbohydrate

Check out Chris Froome's interview on "The Move" starting at 34:40 (link below) regarding training/in-race carb intake. Is this one of the biggest reasons today's Peleton is going so fast and so hard...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-26-23, 11:37 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 10,675
Posted By Highcad

Is that an Ergon seat post?

Is that an Ergon seat post?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-26-23, 08:29 AM
Replies: 135
Views: 4,422
Posted By Highcad

When I think of snarky forum members - I think...

When I think of snarky forum members - I think low levels of testosterone. :)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-26-23, 07:57 AM
Replies: 135
Views: 4,422
Posted By Highcad

7. Don't be a dick about it. When I think...

7. Don't be a dick about it.

When I think about this forum, this is my first thought. It's full of snarky a-holes. I belong to other (hobby type) sports forums - and they aren't like this. As I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-22-22, 06:35 PM
Replies: 1,258
Views: 57,785
Posted By Highcad

And another person that spends way too much time...

And another person that spends way too much time on bike forums - and thinks he's special - how original.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-22-22, 06:22 PM
Replies: 1,258
Views: 57,785
Posted By Highcad

You know, my post was about some people I know -...

You know, my post was about some people I know - but it seems to have resonated with you.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-22-22, 05:17 PM
Replies: 1,258
Views: 57,785
Posted By Highcad

No, I can answer the question, and I did.

No, I can answer the question, and I did.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-22-22, 04:59 PM
Replies: 1,258
Views: 57,785
Posted By Highcad

LMAO - Read my post again genius. Take your time....

LMAO - Read my post again genius. Take your time. If someone buys a $6000 bike and doesn't ride it because it's uncomfortable, do you think that they think it was a good purchase decision? Got it....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-22-22, 02:13 PM
Replies: 1,258
Views: 57,785
Posted By Highcad

Because I know more than a few. And big...

Because I know more than a few. And big surprise, the old fat guys w/ the light weight bike ($carbon/aero wheel sets) are still slow, and most of all, are uncomfortable on their $6000+ bike. But...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-19-22, 06:48 PM
Replies: 1,258
Views: 57,785
Posted By Highcad

The biggest waste of money is old, fat guys...

The biggest waste of money is old, fat guys purchasing high end road bikes. 90 percent of these old fat guys will quit within a couple of years - because riding in the same position as a Tour de...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-19-22, 06:28 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,632
Posted By Highcad

Make sure you've got "easy" gearing. Tour de...

Make sure you've got "easy" gearing. Tour de France riders (150lbs - 400W FTPs) can ride w/ "racing gearing" whereas us normal folks need easier gears that will allow us to ride slower up hills. Talk...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-19-22, 06:24 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 3,320
Posted By Highcad

"...an oncoming older gray van intentionally...

"...an oncoming older gray van intentionally moves to the center of my lane at about 35 MPH..." How do you know the driver (not van) intentionally moved to the center of the lane?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-19-22, 06:19 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 3,320
Posted By Highcad

I think there is far greater probability that the...

I think there is far greater probability that the driver was distracted (or old) than being sadistic w/ a personality disorder. What do you think?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-19-22, 06:02 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,543
Posted By Highcad

This. Suprising - this is the first time in the...

This. Suprising - this is the first time in the whole thread that this has been mentioned. Check your saddle - a more set back saddle position will take pressure off your hands.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-14-22, 07:10 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,235
Posted By Highcad

You may have unknowingly given birth to an alien:)

You may have unknowingly given birth to an alien:)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-14-22, 07:09 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,235
Posted By Highcad

Why not? Did he give out her name?

Why not? Did he give out her name?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-14-22, 07:05 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 4,734
Posted By Highcad

In general, on a flat, energy is required to...

In general, on a flat, energy is required to overcome air resistance, and a little rolling resistance. On a climb, energy is required to move weight against gravity. There is no standard work...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-14-22, 06:51 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 4,647
Posted By Highcad

Riding large volume tubeless tires at lower...

Riding large volume tubeless tires at lower pressures will definitely help comfort.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-14-22, 06:44 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 3,847
Posted By Highcad

I definitely pull up when doing quick...

I definitely pull up when doing quick acceleration out of the saddle. It's funny how many "myths" are out there in cycling - from equipment to technique to bike fit, etc....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-14-22, 06:22 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,940
Posted By Highcad

Living in Florida my gloves get totally saturated...

Living in Florida my gloves get totally saturated - I also wash them after every use
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-14-22, 06:11 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,833
Posted By Highcad

You can get different shifters (i.e., grip shift,...

You can get different shifters (i.e., grip shift, left hand shifter, etc.)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-14-22, 06:02 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 4,903
Posted By Highcad

Congrats on riding strong at 84! Do all the parts...

Congrats on riding strong at 84! Do all the parts (hips, knees, lower back, prostate, etc) feel good when riding?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-20-21, 06:22 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,015
Posted By Highcad

The heat and humidity are tough in Florida. If...

The heat and humidity are tough in Florida. If you take saunas and heat condition yourself before, you could do great.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-08-21, 07:53 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 4,408
Posted By Highcad

I hit an owl at night. It was dark but I had...

I hit an owl at night. It was dark but I had good lights. I was bombing down a trail about 20+mph and came around a corner. He was on the trail (eating something?) and took off...it's...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-30-21, 12:06 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,961
Posted By Highcad

My wife would fall quite often (couldn't unclip...

My wife would fall quite often (couldn't unclip fast enough) with SPDs. I got her Speedplay
frogs and no more falls.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-19-21, 07:37 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 10,675
Posted By Highcad

Nothing wrong with that bike. Good upright...

Nothing wrong with that bike. Good upright position, great for fitness, fun, etc.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-19-21, 06:29 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 7,058
Posted By Highcad

With numerous you won't be able to zero in on the...

With numerous you won't be able to zero in on the bike fit/setup (which changes season to season, year to year). With numerous bikes, you'll never be dialed in. You can only be "one" with one bike...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-19-21, 06:09 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 8,168
Posted By Highcad

Wider tires are more comfortable and are safer...

Wider tires are more comfortable and are safer (would I rather hit a random rock/pothole in the road with 120 psi 25mm or 50psi 45 mm?). Hope the trend continues. Better option for all those old...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-19-21, 01:30 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 8,168
Posted By Highcad

So funny...yet true

So funny...yet true
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-22-20, 05:48 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 11,839
Posted By Highcad

Nice! Love the bold colors.

Nice! Love the bold colors.
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