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Forum: Road Cycling
09-20-24, 10:22 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 529
Posted By big john

I don't know. Do you often hit 1500 watts? :)

I don't know. Do you often hit 1500 watts? :)
Forum: Road Cycling
09-20-24, 10:15 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 529
Posted By big john

post #22

post #22
Forum: Road Cycling
09-20-24, 08:26 AM
Replies: 5,626
Views: 137,489
Posted By big john

Chicago photography club. Pic is from 1895....

Chicago photography club. Pic is from 1895....
Forum: Road Cycling
09-20-24, 08:25 AM
Replies: 5,626
Views: 137,489
Posted By big john

Italian as you can get, she was born in Rome. She...

Italian as you can get, she was born in Rome. She once had a place in Hidden Valley. Lots of our rides go through there....
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-19-24, 06:21 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,281
Posted By big john

I mostly ride road bikes but when I ride my dual...

I mostly ride road bikes but when I ride my dual suspension mtb none of my aches bother me. I don't mean on a technical trail but cruising around on pavement or mild dirt is a nice break when my back...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-19-24, 02:39 PM
Replies: 5,626
Views: 137,489
Posted By big john

It seems there is a certain percentage of the...

It seems there is a certain percentage of the population who want to get paid to show up and don't have the drive to get busy and get things done.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-19-24, 02:13 PM
Replies: 5,626
Views: 137,489
Posted By big john

Dealers where I worked always paid us by billable...

Dealers where I worked always paid us by billable hours, whether those hours be customer pay, warranty pay, or fraud. If you don't do anything, or, at least charge someone, you don't get paid...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-19-24, 09:24 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 278
Posted By big john

I would add try and keep it fun. If you enjoy...

I would add try and keep it fun. If you enjoy riding it won't become drudgery. You mentioned riding with your son, that sounds great! Also, finding riding friends can keep you motivated, works for...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-19-24, 09:14 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 245
Posted By big john

I would think the size would be ok for mild...

I would think the size would be ok for mild trails but I would try to run the pressure as low as you can get away with in the front. I've only ridden a gravel type bike a few times but have been on...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-19-24, 08:32 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 245
Posted By big john

What tires and pressure are you using?

What tires and pressure are you using?
Forum: Road Cycling
09-18-24, 09:04 PM
Replies: 5,626
Views: 137,489
Posted By big john

I did that years ago, back in my hunting days.

I did that years ago, back in my hunting days.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-18-24, 07:13 PM
Replies: 5,626
Views: 137,489
Posted By big john

Doesn't everybody?

Doesn't everybody?
Forum: Road Cycling
09-18-24, 07:09 PM
Replies: 5,626
Views: 137,489
Posted By big john

Not in 5 years and 5 months.:p Took the mtb for...

Not in 5 years and 5 months.:p Took the mtb for a ride this morning and it was cool enough for a vest. Supposed to get hot again soon. There is a flood control basin I ride around in and there is an...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-18-24, 12:02 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 150
Posted By big john

I think the first thing is fit. Not only the...

I think the first thing is fit. Not only the right size but the right type of bike for your comfort. Certain adjustments can be made within reason.

Gearing is important but can be changed if all...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-17-24, 03:26 PM
Replies: 5,626
Views: 137,489
Posted By big john

Good ride and a beautiful day, but a bit cool at...

Good ride and a beautiful day, but a bit cool at the start. 40some miles out and back and I had trouble getting going but when another group of about 8 riders passed us, it woke me up a bit. On the...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-17-24, 03:08 PM
Replies: 5,626
Views: 137,489
Posted By big john

Good luck with the surgery, Terry. It seems the...

Good luck with the surgery, Terry. It seems the older I get, the more specific muscle use needs to be. Like if I cut weeds for the first time in months I get really sore. Maybe when I was working I...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-17-24, 07:48 AM
Replies: 5,626
Views: 137,489
Posted By big john

It was not on ABC here, which surprised me. I...

It was not on ABC here, which surprised me. I hear several other MNF games will not be on ABC this year.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-16-24, 06:24 PM
Replies: 5,626
Views: 137,489
Posted By big john

Real pounds or Imperial pounds?

Real pounds or Imperial pounds?
Forum: Road Cycling
09-16-24, 04:52 PM
Replies: 5,626
Views: 137,489
Posted By big john

I was but whatever it is that the Rams are doing...

I was but whatever it is that the Rams are doing isn't it.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-16-24, 04:46 PM
Replies: 5,626
Views: 137,489
Posted By big john

I guess I don't know what a proper gallon is.

I guess I don't know what a proper gallon is.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-16-24, 08:15 AM
Replies: 5,626
Views: 137,489
Posted By big john

It's Canada. Canadian distillery halts production...

It's Canada. Canadian distillery halts production of 4L vodka jugs after photo goes viral | Dished (dailyhive.com) (https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/distillery-halts-production-4l-vodka-jugs)

And 4...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-15-24, 10:35 PM
Replies: 5,626
Views: 137,489
Posted By big john

They're all good people on that ride and flats...

They're all good people on that ride and flats and some mechanicals happen. Most of the rides don't have them. Plus, it gives me a chance to give the other riders a hard time and try and get some...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-15-24, 12:38 PM
Replies: 5,626
Views: 137,489
Posted By big john

Whoa, no. That gives new meaning to the term...

Whoa, no. That gives new meaning to the term "handle".

No alcohol for me. 2 coffees and 5 or 6 bottles of water plus some juice when I got home. A week ago it might not have been enough but this...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-15-24, 08:53 AM
Replies: 5,626
Views: 137,489
Posted By big john

The high temps this week are about 40 degrees...

The high temps this week are about 40 degrees cooler than last weekend. It's wonderful but I was on a schedule of drinking to cope with the madness of 115 degrees and found myself very well hydrated...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-15-24, 08:42 AM
Replies: 5,626
Views: 137,489
Posted By big john

Same body, by the look anyway, but starts out...

Same body, by the look anyway, but starts out about $10k more.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-15-24, 07:40 AM
Replies: 5,626
Views: 137,489
Posted By big john

Apparently it's a new Land Cruiser.

Apparently it's a new Land Cruiser.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-14-24, 08:49 PM
Replies: 5,626
Views: 137,489
Posted By big john

CaCa occurs.

CaCa occurs.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-14-24, 06:40 PM
Replies: 5,626
Views: 137,489
Posted By big john

I did a 75 mile club ride today. Haven't done...

I did a 75 mile club ride today. Haven't done anything like that in a while. Did better than I thought I would but in the middle they had to wait for me on the climbs. I wasn't too annoying, though....
Forum: Road Cycling
09-14-24, 06:00 PM
Replies: 5,626
Views: 137,489
Posted By big john

You could put a can of soluble oil in it. I've...

You could put a can of soluble oil in it. I've used a product called water pump lubricant on rusty cooling systems.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-13-24, 08:19 PM
Replies: 5,626
Views: 137,489
Posted By big john

I remember when we had an agitating cleaner for...

I remember when we had an agitating cleaner for carbs. Pretty sure it was rented from Safety Clean and I think it was a 25 gallon drum. We used to call it the "Maytag".
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-13-24, 08:10 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 869
Posted By big john

There is a BF member who I have ridden with in...

There is a BF member who I have ridden with in the past. He's a cat 3 on the road and a cat 2 on the track. Good rider everywhere and he rides the same road bike in the dirt and mud as he rides on...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-13-24, 06:53 PM
Replies: 5,626
Views: 137,489
Posted By big john

A couple guys where I used to work asked me to...

A couple guys where I used to work asked me to come in and work a carburetor after I retired. I thought about it, then I stopped thinking.

I should go there at lunch time pretty soon. Always get...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-13-24, 04:39 PM
Replies: 5,626
Views: 137,489
Posted By big john

I worked on a number of those barges. Also the...

I worked on a number of those barges. Also the Mark III. The early ones had vacuum door locks, among other things. So vacuum hoses running all over the car, including into the doors and trunk....
Forum: Road Cycling
09-13-24, 04:30 PM
Replies: 5,626
Views: 137,489
Posted By big john

I ran during high school but only sporadically...

I ran during high school but only sporadically after that. I did do some longer walks in my 20s, like 12-15 miles. But no steady aerobic stuff until almost age 30.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-13-24, 04:23 PM
Replies: 5,626
Views: 137,489
Posted By big john

Some people have money.

Some people have money.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-13-24, 02:58 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 869
Posted By big john

I don't mind a little oil on the chain. I just...

I don't mind a little oil on the chain. I just wipe it off before I lube it,, then a final wipe after. Same rag for months, I toss it in the trash if it gets too nasty. Been doing that for 40ish...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-13-24, 02:15 PM
Replies: 5,626
Views: 137,489
Posted By big john

I actually enjoyed running when I was younger....

I actually enjoyed running when I was younger. Even liked trail running and had a long stride which also helped when hiking rough terrain. By the time I started riding dirt bikes I was fat, and...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-13-24, 02:02 PM
Replies: 5,626
Views: 137,489
Posted By big john

Pat Metheny's tribute to Jaco with Mark Egan on...

Pat Metheny's tribute to Jaco with Mark Egan on bass.
Pat Metheny - Jaco - YouTube
Forum: Road Cycling
09-13-24, 01:33 PM
Replies: 5,626
Views: 137,489
Posted By big john

Weather Report - Teen Town - YouTube

Weather Report - Teen Town - YouTube
Forum: Road Cycling
09-12-24, 10:51 PM
Replies: 5,626
Views: 137,489
Posted By big john

Gimmee the Yater Spoon, the 8'6".

Gimmee the Yater Spoon, the 8'6".
Forum: Road Cycling
09-12-24, 06:57 PM
Replies: 5,626
Views: 137,489
Posted By big john

“He’s ready for a rainbow jersey”: Tadej Pogačar...

“He’s ready for a rainbow jersey”: Tadej Pogačar records 415 FTP on a 6.5 hour training ride paced by a Vespa as cyclists say “he’s taunting us mortals”; British race dropped from cycling calendar...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-12-24, 02:20 PM
Replies: 5,626
Views: 137,489
Posted By big john

After years of soul crushing disappointments and...

After years of soul crushing disappointments and letdowns you can become numb. At some point you may appreciate what you do have. Or not.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-12-24, 10:33 AM
Replies: 5,626
Views: 137,489
Posted By big john

Not the word I would use but I've never...

Not the word I would use but I've never understood sociopaths.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-12-24, 09:36 AM
Replies: 5,626
Views: 137,489
Posted By big john

Line fire. But he was such a quiet man. Details...

Line fire. But he was such a quiet man.
Details emerge about Southern California man, 34, accused of igniting Line Fire | KTLA...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-12-24, 08:47 AM
Replies: 5,626
Views: 137,489
Posted By big john

I think it was named because of a model airport...

I think it was named because of a model airport near it's source.

In other fire news, a man was arrested for arson for starting the biggest fire near here.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-12-24, 07:43 AM
Replies: 5,626
Views: 137,489
Posted By big john

R.I.P. Frankie Beverly. Golden Time Of Day...

R.I.P. Frankie Beverly.
Golden Time Of Day (Remastered) - YouTube
Forum: Road Cycling
09-11-24, 09:20 AM
Replies: 5,626
Views: 137,489
Posted By big john

Good news that our heat wave broke last night but...

Good news that our heat wave broke last night but there are 3 huge fires raging in Southern California right now. Mt Badly Village is threatened, as is the community of Wrightwood. These are both...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-11-24, 09:13 AM
Replies: 5,626
Views: 137,489
Posted By big john

I got the impression that he might be sick from...

I got the impression that he might be sick from that one post but he hasn't posted in a while. I know he liked to argue from the retro-grouch side of things. I had a few good interactions with him...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-11-24, 08:26 AM
Replies: 5,626
Views: 137,489
Posted By big john

​​​​​​​How did you learn of this?

​​​​​​​How did you learn of this?
Forum: Road Cycling
09-10-24, 02:59 PM
Replies: 5,626
Views: 137,489
Posted By big john

We had a nice ride, too, but it did get a little...

We had a nice ride, too, but it did get a little warm toward the end. We stopped for a bagel and sat there for a long time. It was one of those things where we just didn't want to get up and get...
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