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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-22-24, 10:40 AM
Replies: 27,333
Views: 3,266,324
Posted By pepperbelly

Finally ran out of excuses and got out today....

Finally ran out of excuses and got out today. Rode a 6 mile loop around my local lake.
It was crowded so I only did one lap. It looked like groups were training for a triathlon and another group...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-21-24, 01:11 PM
Replies: 27,333
Views: 3,266,324
Posted By pepperbelly

I hate to show my ignorance but how do you go out...

I hate to show my ignorance but how do you go out further than you come back?
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-20-24, 11:29 PM
Replies: 27,333
Views: 3,266,324
Posted By pepperbelly

I should be out some time tomorrow. Look for the...

I should be out some time tomorrow. Look for the old fat guy in Dark Side of the Moon kit.
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
06-17-24, 08:40 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 249
Posted By pepperbelly

My wife measured my shoulder width at 18.5”. ...

My wife measured my shoulder width at 18.5”.
It’s 18” from outside to outside on my hoods.
It’s 17.5” outside to outside of the drops.
Forum: Texas
06-15-24, 06:24 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 446
Posted By pepperbelly

Is the Trinity Trail completely paved from the...

Is the Trinity Trail completely paved from the Clearfork Trailhead past Panther Island all the way to the Stockyards, or would I need to ride on a street?
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-14-24, 09:18 PM
Replies: 3,650
Views: 1,026,875
Posted By pepperbelly

Never give up! Never surrender! Commander...

Never give up! Never surrender!
Commander Quincy Taggart
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-13-24, 05:57 PM
Replies: 27,333
Views: 3,266,324
Posted By pepperbelly

I have a couple of other mups nearby that are...

I have a couple of other mups nearby that are flatter. This is a good workout.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-13-24, 05:31 PM
Replies: 27,333
Views: 3,266,324
Posted By pepperbelly

I too have a twisty ride. ...

I too have a twisty ride.

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/920x2000/img_5441_3f9593beda6845ba39ef8d6781e3c6d0676c8fe9.png
The route is more twisty than this looks. ...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
06-13-24, 02:46 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 249
Posted By pepperbelly

I have been leaning on my palms on the hoods/ top...

I have been leaning on my palms on the hoods/ top of the bars.
Maybe I gave simply been hold it wrong and causing problems.
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
06-12-24, 08:28 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 249
Posted By pepperbelly

Handlebar width?

I rode today and like usual my triceps started aching after 5-6 miles. I started moving my hands around on the bars and found that with my hands on the outside of the hoods it wasn’t as...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-12-24, 07:04 PM
Replies: 27,333
Views: 3,266,324
Posted By pepperbelly

I did a 6 mile loop early this afternoon. I...

I did a 6 mile loop early this afternoon. I really need to get my diet dialed in. I didn't eat before and really felt it. Low carb is tricky.
Forum: Texas
06-12-24, 08:04 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 446
Posted By pepperbelly

I ride the Trinity trail from the Clearfork...

I ride the Trinity trail from the Clearfork Trailhead to downtown and back, but there is a lot more to the trail.
My local go-to trail is around Marine Creek Lake. It’s a 6 mile loop.
My next...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-12-24, 07:58 AM
Replies: 27,333
Views: 3,266,324
Posted By pepperbelly

I will give that a try. I bought a helmet with...

I will give that a try. I bought a helmet with better ventilation and the humidity is due to start dropping.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-10-24, 12:51 PM
Replies: 27,333
Views: 3,266,324
Posted By pepperbelly

Did 2 loops around the lake- only 12 miles. ...

Did 2 loops around the lake- only 12 miles.
Temp was nice, about 82* but the humidity was still 72% at 1pm. The sweat kept running in my eyes and really stinging.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-09-24, 12:44 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 3,387
Posted By pepperbelly

It slowly came back up. This is normal- for me,...

It slowly came back up. This is normal- for me, but that is a new low.
my doctor said low bp isn’t a problem as long as it isn’t zero.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-08-24, 11:33 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 3,387
Posted By pepperbelly

Rode 6 miles at 85* and humid then came home and...

Rode 6 miles at 85* and humid then came home and mowed.
Bp after was 88/58 with pulse 109.
Took a shower and started cooling down and it’s 90/61, pulse 89.
I feel good!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-08-24, 09:56 AM
Replies: 27,333
Views: 3,266,324
Posted By pepperbelly

Just rode 6 miles at my local lake. It was...

Just rode 6 miles at my local lake. It was crowded, humid, about 85* with a wind about 20mph.
I felt every single miles I haven’t ridden due to stormy weather we have been having. That and a...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-07-24, 10:46 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 3,387
Posted By pepperbelly

I’m taking amlodipine 10mg and losartan 100mg.

I’m taking amlodipine 10mg and losartan 100mg.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-03-24, 08:47 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 3,387
Posted By pepperbelly

I have a simple automatic bp cuff. I haven’t...

I have a simple automatic bp cuff. I haven’t checked my bp without meds in a while but I will.
When the nurse takes it they also use an auto bp cuff. It’s almost always cold in the office and that...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-03-24, 05:53 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 3,387
Posted By pepperbelly

Do we have to take the meds as soon as we get up?...

Do we have to take the meds as soon as we get up? I do but only out of habit.
I may try riding/ exercising before and see.
I am on low doses of amlodipine and losartan. I really want to get fit...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-31-24, 11:32 AM
Replies: 27,333
Views: 3,266,324
Posted By pepperbelly

If the wind, rain and storms are finished with us...

If the wind, rain and storms are finished with us I will be out tomorrow. I really hope the tree limbs have been picked up. Blind corners will be taken slow just in case.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-28-24, 04:30 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 3,331
Posted By pepperbelly

Neigh!

Neigh!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-26-24, 03:38 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 3,331
Posted By pepperbelly

I have never ised that but I know toluene will...

I have never ised that but I know toluene will destroy paint brush bristles. We went to
lunch and put our brushes in cans like it was mineral spirits. 😄
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-26-24, 10:20 AM
Replies: 27,333
Views: 3,266,324
Posted By pepperbelly

Beautiful country to ride through but dang that...

Beautiful country to ride through but dang that sounds like a workout!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-26-24, 10:11 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 3,331
Posted By pepperbelly

😄. Not a chance! That is NASA level bicycle...

😄. Not a chance! That is NASA level bicycle maintenance.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-26-24, 08:48 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 3,331
Posted By pepperbelly

I was asking more for chain life than power loss....

I was asking more for chain life than power loss. If wax based lubes attract and hold less dirt and grit that is what I will use. It doesn’t matter to me if I need to lube more often.
I will stay...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-25-24, 05:36 PM
Replies: 27,333
Views: 3,266,324
Posted By pepperbelly

Reports like this really make me envy some of...

Reports like this really make me envy some of you. Here in north Texas it will soon be 80* for the low temp.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-25-24, 03:43 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 3,331
Posted By pepperbelly

😎 I really don’t know what I was thinking.

😎 I really don’t know what I was thinking.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-25-24, 03:41 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 3,331
Posted By pepperbelly

Beer may have played a part too.

Beer may have played a part too.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-25-24, 02:42 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 3,331
Posted By pepperbelly

Brain fart. Not Goldwing. CB 750s.

Brain fart. Not Goldwing. CB 750s.
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
05-20-24, 12:22 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,250
Posted By pepperbelly

I got out earlier for 6 miles. So far it feels...

I got out earlier for 6 miles. So far it feels close. I did rotate my handlebars back a little. I will be able to tell tomorrow when I go further.
Today I had no discomfort.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-20-24, 12:19 PM
Replies: 27,333
Views: 3,266,324
Posted By pepperbelly

I rode earlier for only 6 miles/ 1 lap around my...

I rode earlier for only 6 miles/ 1 lap around my local lake mup. I had a layoff for a shoulder issue and needed to get my legs back used to
pedaling. I also needed to sort out some saddle changes....
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-20-24, 08:44 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,966
Posted By pepperbelly

I ride a 2013 Specialized Roubaix. It’s a nice...

I ride a 2013 Specialized Roubaix. It’s a nice hike.
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
05-19-24, 08:18 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,250
Posted By pepperbelly

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_5405_c46740d602982397803de919a8de15e5b580072d.jpeg
This allows access to the front mount bolt. ...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-18-24, 10:04 PM
Replies: 3,650
Views: 1,026,875
Posted By pepperbelly

And that is why Snoopy shot him down!

And that is why Snoopy shot him down!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-18-24, 10:03 PM
Replies: 27,333
Views: 3,266,324
Posted By pepperbelly

I am about to turn 66 so my ambitions have...

I am about to turn 66 so my ambitions have lowered.
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
05-18-24, 09:05 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,250
Posted By pepperbelly

At my gym they have a crunch machine, but they...

At my gym they have a crunch machine, but they also have one that puts the bar behind my back and it’s sorta the opposite of a crunch. Will that help? If so I will make a point to use it.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-18-24, 08:44 PM
Replies: 27,333
Views: 3,266,324
Posted By pepperbelly

Burger and beer sounds like my kind of ride! 😎

Burger and beer sounds like my kind of ride! 😎
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
05-18-24, 08:42 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,250
Posted By pepperbelly

Your cutout has a bottom? Mine is open.

Your cutout has a bottom? Mine is open.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-18-24, 06:58 PM
Replies: 27,333
Views: 3,266,324
Posted By pepperbelly

Nice looking commute!

Nice looking commute!
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
05-18-24, 06:57 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,250
Posted By pepperbelly

The cutout also allows access to one of the...

The cutout also allows access to one of the saddle mount bolts.
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
05-18-24, 06:11 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,250
Posted By pepperbelly

That Selle SMP profile resembles my Cobb Randee. ...

That Selle SMP profile resembles my Cobb Randee.
I think my Toupe just isn’t wide enough for my sit bones. That is why I bought the Cobb. I have no good reason why I put the Toupe back on other...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
05-18-24, 04:47 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,250
Posted By pepperbelly

I will get out tomorrow. I had too many things to...

I will get out tomorrow. I had too many things to do today.
I put my Cobb Randee saddle back on. I think I know why it was putting pressure on my peritoneum. With the rails level the rear of the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-18-24, 03:38 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 4,510
Posted By pepperbelly

I’m usually a hangry loner. 😎

I’m usually a hangry loner. 😎
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-18-24, 10:46 AM
Replies: 112
Views: 4,510
Posted By pepperbelly

Large groups on MUPs?

Large groups on MUPs?
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-18-24, 10:34 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,966
Posted By pepperbelly

It would help if this hill didn’t have a sharp...

It would help if this hill didn’t have a sharp u-turn about halfway up. I can’t carry any momentum.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-18-24, 10:28 AM
Replies: 3,650
Views: 1,026,875
Posted By pepperbelly

The guy I bought my Roubaix from had put some...

The guy I bought my Roubaix from had put some cheap-ish blue tires on it. Someone here said it looked like he tried to make it a gravel bike. It makes sense. He told me he was selling it to buy a...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-18-24, 09:32 AM
Replies: 3,650
Views: 1,026,875
Posted By pepperbelly

Are those gravel tires?

Are those gravel tires?
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-18-24, 08:51 AM
Replies: 3,650
Views: 1,026,875
Posted By pepperbelly

3-4 years ago i bought a 2013 Specialized Roubaix...

3-4 years ago i bought a 2013 Specialized Roubaix Comp for $600.00. Ultegra groupset.
I really like it.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-18-24, 08:48 AM
Replies: 3,650
Views: 1,026,875
Posted By pepperbelly

Beautiful bike!

Beautiful bike!
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