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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-25-24, 07:45 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 4,211
Posted By pepperbelly

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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-25-24, 05:35 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 4,211
Posted By pepperbelly

I need to post a screen shot of the elevation...

I need to post a screen shot of the elevation changes. None are large but there are so many the readout looks like an ekg on crack.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-25-24, 05:30 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 4,211
Posted By pepperbelly

I need to see if my knees will let me. I think...

I need to see if my knees will let me.
I think I am finally at the point I don’t have bike issues and can just ride.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-25-24, 02:43 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 4,211
Posted By pepperbelly

I rode 6 miles today/ my arms were a little sore...

I rode 6 miles today/ my arms were a little sore and I didn’t want to make them worse, plus a 20mph wind just sucks.
I lifted out of the seat and sat back down. I think my saddle position is...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-24-24, 09:17 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 4,211
Posted By pepperbelly

There are other paved trails not too far. This...

There are other paved trails not too far. This lake trail is close but has so many small climbs it’s like training.
I will take the river trail later and another alongside a commuter rail that I...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-24-24, 06:53 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 4,211
Posted By pepperbelly

Thanks. I will definitely try riding out of the...

Thanks. I will definitely try riding out of the saddle then sitting to check my seat position. That makes sense.
I had this saddle level before and it was putting pressure on stuff. I dropped the...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-24-24, 06:21 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 4,211
Posted By pepperbelly

That is the plan, and I have plenty of that fuel....

That is the plan, and I have plenty of that fuel.
I kept my heart rate between about 125 and 135. I think that is my zone 2 cardio target.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-24-24, 05:48 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 4,211
Posted By pepperbelly

Surprisingly my legs weren’t sore. My arms ached...

Surprisingly my legs weren’t sore. My arms ached some but the main problem is I haven’t been riding. After the first 6 mile loop I felt good. About 3 miles into the second loop I ran out of gas and...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-24-24, 03:47 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 4,211
Posted By pepperbelly

I slightly lowered the seat height and slightly...

I slightly lowered the seat height and slightly lowered the nose. I had no discomfort- other than a lack of conditioning. The back of my arms were getting sore after about 10 miles so I either still...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-24-24, 03:43 PM
Replies: 27,781
Views: 3,575,219
Posted By pepperbelly

Got 12 miles in- 2 laps around my local small...

Got 12 miles in- 2 laps around my local small lake.
It was a crisp 87° 45% humidity fall day. 😄
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-24-24, 03:41 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 561
Posted By pepperbelly

I rode 12 miles today with no discomfort. I wore...

I rode 12 miles today with no discomfort. I wore my Primal bibs and made sure they were pulled up snug. I also used Chamois Butt’r.
I slightly lowered my saddle and tipped the nose down a little. ...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-21-24, 01:53 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 4,211
Posted By pepperbelly

The opposite?

The opposite?
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-21-24, 12:32 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 4,211
Posted By pepperbelly

I read an article that gave me an idea. I...

I read an article that gave me an idea.
I ride with flat pedals. I think I have the ball of my foot over the spindle and may have my feet slightly arched-like when running.
The article I read...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-20-24, 09:29 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 561
Posted By pepperbelly

My Primal bibs are Helix, I think. The...

My Primal bibs are Helix, I think.
The chamois is thicker than my basic BBs and they feel like they are better quality.
I may have just not had them pulled up and caused a fold.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-20-24, 04:44 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 561
Posted By pepperbelly

Thanks. My Primal did feel bulky so it may have...

Thanks. My Primal did feel bulky so it may have folded a little. When I try it again, probably tomorrow, I will make sure it’s snug and positioned correctly.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-20-24, 06:49 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 561
Posted By pepperbelly

Thank you. I will try my Primal bibs again and...

Thank you. I will try my Primal bibs again and pay attention to adjusting it into position.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-19-24, 08:43 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 4,211
Posted By pepperbelly

I do need to get my wife to take a pic of me on...

I do need to get my wife to take a pic of me on my bike. It’s difficult for her to get the time. I will work on doing that this weekend.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-18-24, 11:00 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 4,211
Posted By pepperbelly

When I get a chance I will do the measuring and...

When I get a chance I will do the measuring and formula method.
One problem I have is that I am not sure exactly where I am on the saddle. I scoot back and forth.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-18-24, 09:44 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 4,211
Posted By pepperbelly

The first height was sitting and putting my heel...

The first height was sitting and putting my heel on the pedal with my knee not locked out.
I don't think I rock my hips while pedaling.
I lowered it about 1/4”-1/2” from where it was.
I may...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-18-24, 08:47 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 4,211
Posted By pepperbelly

I hate to resurrect an old post but I am still...

I hate to resurrect an old post but I am still trying to figure this out.
I may give in and take it to get fitted but I am stubborn and want to do it myself.
Reading back through the replies I...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-18-24, 07:50 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 504
Posted By pepperbelly

I never did anything like an ocean race but I...

I never did anything like an ocean race but I worked for s city public works dept . for 20 years.
Spending summers mowing, edging, weed-eating, doing asphalt and concrete repairs in 95° heat...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-18-24, 07:33 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 561
Posted By pepperbelly

The Primal feels bulky in front but the pad under...

The Primal feels bulky in front but the pad under my sit bones feels good.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-18-24, 07:32 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 561
Posted By pepperbelly

I read a review of the Primal Helix bibs. One...

I read a review of the Primal Helix bibs. One complaint was the chamois was too big but I want to check here.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-18-24, 05:58 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 504
Posted By pepperbelly

This wasn’t a rash. It was almost a blister from...

This wasn’t a rash. It was almost a blister from rubbing or pressure. I am starting to suspect the chamois in my Primal bibs. It feels really large.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-18-24, 05:53 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 561
Posted By pepperbelly

Chamois problem?

I have a basic Black Bib that fits well but I wanted to buy a higher tier bib not long ago. I bought a Primal Helix, mainly for the logo. I think it is supposed to be a better bib but I recently had...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-18-24, 05:40 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 504
Posted By pepperbelly

Is the shape of that Cobb saddle about the same...

Is the shape of that Cobb saddle about the same as others? In my pics it doesn’t look like it feels.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-17-24, 06:20 PM
Replies: 27,781
Views: 3,575,219
Posted By pepperbelly

You also get a partial lunar eclipse this evening.

You also get a partial lunar eclipse this evening.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-11-24, 05:16 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 504
Posted By pepperbelly

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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-11-24, 05:14 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,269
Posted By pepperbelly

We will be hot again this weekend. Maybe 100° but...

We will be hot again this weekend. Maybe 100° but it won’t last. It is supposed to drop into the 90s Tuesday.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-11-24, 04:45 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 504
Posted By pepperbelly

I may have found part of my problem. I have a...

I may have found part of my problem. I have a Cobb Randee saddle I bought not too long ago. I have been struggling to get it adjusted.
I was looking at images of Randee saddles and noticed all of...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-11-24, 12:36 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 504
Posted By pepperbelly

The bobs I bought from Primal are their Helix...

The bobs I bought from Primal are their Helix tier bibs. I bought them for the Pink Floyd Dark Side of the Moon design.
What do people think about them?
Looking at some reviews the main complaint...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-11-24, 11:06 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 504
Posted By pepperbelly

This isn’t between my legs. It’s more where my...

This isn’t between my legs. It’s more where my butt cheeks start and a little on the peritoneum.
I think some of it may be from the seat on the stationary bike at the gym.
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
09-11-24, 11:04 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 262
Posted By pepperbelly

I have a pair of the basic Black Bibs that seem...

I have a pair of the basic Black Bibs that seem to be fine. The one that I suspect are giving me a problem are some Primal bibs that do seem to have s thicker chamois. They fit looser than the Black...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-11-24, 10:18 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 504
Posted By pepperbelly

I don’t wear underwear under my bibs. The bibs...

I don’t wear underwear under my bibs.
The bibs aren’t loose but the chamois does either move and bunch up or there is a seam that is either putting pressure on me or is chafing.
Once this feels...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-11-24, 08:18 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 504
Posted By pepperbelly

I will be getting chamois cream but I noticed...

I will be getting chamois cream but I noticed something else.
I have list some weight since I bought these Primal bibs. When I walk I can feel the chamois moving around. I usually pull them up...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
09-10-24, 09:03 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 262
Posted By pepperbelly

Saddle position

If I have my saddle too far back could it cause pressure on my perineum? I started having chafing and I’m not sure if it’s my saddle, my bibs or me having ridden a stationary bike at my gym.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-10-24, 08:21 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 504
Posted By pepperbelly

I don’t know if my saddle is hurting. It has a...

I don’t know if my saddle is hurting. It has a rise in the middle-a Cobb Randee. Or if mt Primal bib has the chamois bunching up.
I wonder too it my bib may be a little big.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-10-24, 07:36 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 504
Posted By pepperbelly

Chafing

I messed up and rode a stationary bike at my gym the other day. I guess the seat got to me. The last 2 or 3 days riding my bike have me chafed.
Is there a quick way to deal with it or do I just...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-10-24, 07:31 PM
Replies: 27,781
Views: 3,575,219
Posted By pepperbelly

I get jealous of the trails up in Pennsylvania...

I get jealous of the trails up in Pennsylvania and around the Northeast Coast. The guys posting those pics are killing me.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-10-24, 03:50 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,269
Posted By pepperbelly

Our high is supposed to get back in the mid 90s...

Our high is supposed to get back in the mid 90s this weekend. I am hoping the lows are staying below 80°. Our humidity is coming back too.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-10-24, 03:45 PM
Replies: 27,781
Views: 3,575,219
Posted By pepperbelly

I was just showing the bollards that prevent a...

I was just showing the bollards that prevent a good average speed.
I took a couple of pics of my favorite stretches. ...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-10-24, 12:08 PM
Replies: 27,781
Views: 3,575,219
Posted By pepperbelly

Did a 6 mile lake lap. I will post a couple of...

Did a 6 mile lake lap.
I will post a couple of pics of the interesting obstacles on this path.
...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-07-24, 04:44 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,269
Posted By pepperbelly

The computer algorithm took the rain back out. ...

The computer algorithm took the rain back out.
I went for a ride this afternoon. 85° but much lower humidity thanks to a cool front. I am looking forward to the coming week.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-07-24, 04:41 PM
Replies: 27,781
Views: 3,575,219
Posted By pepperbelly

Between sinuses draining into my chest and the...

Between sinuses draining into my chest and the heatwave we have had I haven’t ridden until today.
I went to the gym and rode indoors for 5 miles. Ate after and felt good so I loaded my bike up and...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-05-24, 03:31 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,269
Posted By pepperbelly

They decided to add rain to the forecast next...

They decided to add rain to the forecast next week. They change their minds like I change socks.
...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-04-24, 05:37 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,269
Posted By pepperbelly

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Finally!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-03-24, 02:13 PM
Replies: 3,760
Views: 1,080,864
Posted By pepperbelly

Nice bike!

Nice bike!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-27-24, 09:05 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,269
Posted By pepperbelly

We got rain up by Saginaw too.

We got rain up by Saginaw too.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-26-24, 11:47 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,269
Posted By pepperbelly

Yay! Fall is here! ...

Yay! Fall is here!

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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-26-24, 05:21 PM
Replies: 3,760
Views: 1,080,864
Posted By pepperbelly

The Lightning II is a pretty cool plane too.

The Lightning II is a pretty cool plane too.
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