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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-27-18, 09:07 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,274
Posted By bigsky109

LOL.....No PICS! Didn't happen.

LOL.....No PICS! Didn't happen.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-27-18, 09:06 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,454
Posted By bigsky109

I use STRAVA app, and an Android phone. Works...

I use STRAVA app, and an Android phone. Works great.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-04-18, 08:32 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 5,338
Posted By bigsky109

Winds are bad up here too. I had 35MPH winds the...

Winds are bad up here too. I had 35MPH winds the other day. Into the wind wasn't too bad, with the wind was better, sidewinds about blew me off the road!. Have to pay attention when riding side...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-01-18, 09:00 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 9,533
Posted By bigsky109

I am running Continental Ultra Sport II right now...

I am running Continental Ultra Sport II right now and they seem to be great tires. I just ordered another set in RED when these wear out. Seems they are the best tire for the money. Roll nicer...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-15-18, 12:00 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,940
Posted By bigsky109

Congrats....it does feel good to lose the weight....

Congrats....it does feel good to lose the weight. I dropped 80lbs and used to wear size 40 waist. Now I wear size 32 waist and my bike is a lot lighter. Not to mention my motorcycle is a lot...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-15-18, 11:51 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,941
Posted By bigsky109

I have been using ZERO BIKE shorts and they seem...

I have been using ZERO BIKE shorts and they seem to work well for the price, usually under $20 and on AMAZON.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-14-18, 10:12 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,873
Posted By bigsky109

That is too funny. Wife loved it as well and it...

That is too funny. Wife loved it as well and it hits a little close to home. :)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-13-18, 04:21 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 28,501
Posted By bigsky109

Bought my Kestrel last year from them and I have...

Bought my Kestrel last year from them and I have over 3500 miles on it already. You really have to know how to work on a bike to buy from them or have someone who can work on it. If you are...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-07-18, 08:39 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,209
Posted By bigsky109

I kinda like the Bianchi or the Cannondale over...

I kinda like the Bianchi or the Cannondale over the Specialized.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-07-18, 08:37 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,209
Posted By bigsky109

All those seem to be good bikes. Have you looked...

All those seem to be good bikes. Have you looked at a Motobecane or a Kestrel Carbon Fiber.. You can find them both with the Shimano 105 set for about the same price I bet.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-07-18, 08:31 PM
Replies: 180
Views: 21,687
Posted By bigsky109

since it is SNOWING again up here I had to go...

since it is SNOWING again up here I had to go indoors and use the stationary bike. Rode for 90 minutes or so, takes almost an hour to drive my heart rate up, have to keep riding to get the heart to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-07-18, 08:28 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,596
Posted By bigsky109

I have a Wahoo sensor and it works well on any...

I have a Wahoo sensor and it works well on any shoe I place it on. I used it indoors before the weather broke and out doors now. Seems to work really well. Amazing that indoors you can spin faster...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-03-18, 08:34 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 8,227
Posted By bigsky109

I have the 105 set on my Kestrel and love it. ...

I have the 105 set on my Kestrel and love it. Shifts are quick and smooth. Adjustments are easy.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-01-18, 01:23 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 8,127
Posted By bigsky109

Just fart a few times to gain speed. LOL

Just fart a few times to gain speed. LOL
Forum: Road Cycling
04-01-18, 09:30 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 8,127
Posted By bigsky109

Coasting? Hmmmm.....Not sure if I want to try...

Coasting? Hmmmm.....Not sure if I want to try that. I tried last year drafting and coasting down every hill another cyclist was riding....I got tired of coasting because I like to pedal down the...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-01-18, 09:19 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,131
Posted By bigsky109

Prepare for some headwind. It can get a bit...

Prepare for some headwind. It can get a bit windy up here. I just rode in 36MPH crosswinds the other day and thought I was going to lift off and get blown into North Dakota. Rides are great up...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-31-18, 11:02 AM
Replies: 180
Views: 21,687
Posted By bigsky109

Major snowstorm last night left everything wet,...

Major snowstorm last night left everything wet, icy and snow covered. Taught class indoors this morning and then rode for another hour afterwards. Great class and a lot safer indoors this morning. ...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-31-18, 10:58 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,020
Posted By bigsky109

Indoor riding I wear the same bike compression...

Indoor riding I wear the same bike compression shorts I wear outdoors. That way I know what I wear will work in and outdoors. Compression bike shorts, lined. If I am working out I wear loose gym...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-27-18, 05:48 PM
Replies: 27,955
Views: 3,627,136
Posted By bigsky109

Went for the outdoor ride today before the snow...

Went for the outdoor ride today before the snow flies again!. Winds were gusting to 34MPH and the headwinds were crazy hard. They weren't as hard as the crosswinds though. WOW! Great workout...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-25-18, 07:50 PM
Replies: 165
Views: 21,687
Posted By bigsky109

I have been doing 21 miles rides everyday. Still...

I have been doing 21 miles rides everyday. Still cold up here. I did over 78 miles indoors today though, 3 hours!.....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-25-18, 06:19 PM
Replies: 157
Views: 20,306
Posted By bigsky109

No.....cycling attire is for CYCLING ONLY!

No.....cycling attire is for CYCLING ONLY!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-25-18, 04:04 PM
Replies: 3,774
Views: 1,095,561
Posted By bigsky109

Here is what I ride. Just put on the new wheel...

Here is what I ride. Just put on the new wheel set and have over 80 miles on them since Wednesday this week. Rides nice and I may never buy another one.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-25-18, 04:01 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,209
Posted By bigsky109

OW!....Wishing you a quick recovery.

OW!....Wishing you a quick recovery.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-25-18, 03:40 PM
Replies: 2,239
Views: 588,312
Posted By bigsky109

My Kestrel Talon with Vcycle 88mm Carbon Wheels.

My Kestrel Talon with Vcycle 88mm Carbon Wheels.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-25-18, 11:16 AM
Replies: 27,255
Views: 18,799,574
Posted By bigsky109

My Kestrel Talon

Finally got it ready for this season and rode it over 80 miles this week. I usually do between 20-50 miles per day. The wheels are new this year. Vcycle 88mm Carbon Fiber wheels. They ride nice...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-21-18, 09:48 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,957
Posted By bigsky109

I know since I started about a year ago, I feel a...

I know since I started about a year ago, I feel a LOT better, lost 80lbs and have a ton of energy. Cardio is through the roof, my wife used to beat me in the cardio and now she has to keep up with...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-21-18, 09:44 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,592
Posted By bigsky109

She is a beauty!. Really exciting to get new...

She is a beauty!. Really exciting to get new stuff. Enjoy.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-21-18, 09:41 PM
Replies: 180
Views: 21,687
Posted By bigsky109

Rode at lunch outdoors 21 miles, then I taught an...

Rode at lunch outdoors 21 miles, then I taught an indoor cycling class later in the afternoon. What a great day.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-21-18, 09:35 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,454
Posted By bigsky109

I ride everyday, sometime twice and even three...

I ride everyday, sometime twice and even three times. Today I rode at lunch, 21miles outdoors, then I taught class, indoor cycling later in the afternoon. So there is twice. I think I am hooked. ...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-21-18, 09:32 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,189
Posted By bigsky109

I agree, it was harder to dispose of the box than...

I agree, it was harder to dispose of the box than assemble the bike. It is fun to take the time and savor the moment. Assembly is easy, the setup and tuning takes a while to dial it in.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-21-18, 04:20 PM
Replies: 27,955
Views: 3,627,136
Posted By bigsky109

First time this year I got my bike out for a...

First time this year I got my bike out for a quick ride. Put in 21 miles during lunch on my new carbon fiber wheels....88mm deep rides weird, just something I need to get used to. Nice cold...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-21-18, 09:50 AM
Replies: 180
Views: 21,687
Posted By bigsky109

That is one reason I started "teaching" indoor...

That is one reason I started "teaching" indoor riding. Then when and instructor does something not useful for outdoors, I do my own thing....climb or race. The idea is to do something you would see...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-21-18, 09:39 AM
Replies: 180
Views: 21,687
Posted By bigsky109

I have no use when the Instructor does something...

I have no use when the Instructor does something indoors that will NOT be used outdoors. Riding is riding. Indoors you don't have to worry about cars, pedestrians, or even the wind. But Indoors...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-21-18, 09:30 AM
Replies: 174
Views: 24,188
Posted By bigsky109

Too funny reading this thread. I now see and at...

Too funny reading this thread. I now see and at my age......I really don't care as long as I am riding.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-21-18, 09:28 AM
Replies: 162
Views: 29,128
Posted By bigsky109

Used to ride without gloves, fingerless or...

Used to ride without gloves, fingerless or not.....Now I ride only with gloves. I sweat and my hands slip without gloves on. I ride Motorcycle too and always were gloves in case of crash....they do...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-21-18, 09:22 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,893
Posted By bigsky109

I have been buying ZERO BIKE clothes on Amazon. ...

I have been buying ZERO BIKE clothes on Amazon. I like them since they are cheap and I know my size. I have a 32 inch waist and shorts are a large. The Jerseys I buy are XL....I am 6.1ft and...
Forum: Introductions
03-20-18, 04:03 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 906
Posted By bigsky109

Welcome....I too live in Montana and plan on the...

Welcome....I too live in Montana and plan on the CASCADE66 ride. I meet a lot of people there for this ride. If you haven't heard of it, it is from Cascade to Wolf Creek and back. The Helena Bike...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-20-18, 09:26 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,169
Posted By bigsky109

Excellent job. About a year ago I started the...

Excellent job. About a year ago I started the same journey, lost 50lbs in 3 months from riding and dropped another 30 over the Summer riding outdoors. Now I can't go a day without riding 20 or so...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-20-18, 09:20 AM
Replies: 165
Views: 21,687
Posted By bigsky109

I just signed up for a local 66 mile ride again. ...

I just signed up for a local 66 mile ride again. Seems like they have 2 of them 2 weeks apart. I plan on doing both since I ride about 25-50 per day indoors and out. My wife can't believe the...
Forum: Introductions
03-15-18, 09:55 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 775
Posted By bigsky109

What a great welcome. Thanks everyone

What a great welcome. Thanks everyone
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-14-18, 02:59 AM
Replies: 180
Views: 21,687
Posted By bigsky109

The weather around here has been bad this winter,...

The weather around here has been bad this winter, all the snow and ice made me go inside to ride. I started out indoors at the local gym and ended up being hired as a certified indoor cycling...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-14-18, 02:39 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,075
Posted By bigsky109

Sounds like trainer crashes can be worse than...

Sounds like trainer crashes can be worse than real outdoor crashes. I might have to be careful, never crashed a trainer bike yet, fell over a few times when I forgot to click out on my outdoor...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-14-18, 02:04 AM
Replies: 27,955
Views: 3,627,136
Posted By bigsky109

Great pictures! I am going to have to take more...

Great pictures! I am going to have to take more and stop for a change. I usually ride everyday. Weather is not great at this time and I ride indoors, stationary until the ice melts. PS......I...
Forum: Introductions
03-14-18, 01:59 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 775
Posted By bigsky109

Started riding again

New here. Wife got me into her local gym last year and I think I went overboard. I thought she lived there until I got involved.......they even hired me there as one of their certified cycling...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-14-18, 01:43 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,139
Posted By bigsky109

I have half gloves for warm summer and just...

I have half gloves for warm summer and just bought some full gloves for a little colder weather. The winter up here can be brutal and I do not ride in the snow or ice.
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