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Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
07-25-11, 04:16 PM
Replies: 9,313
Views: 3,879,624
Posted By Obscene

Liberty Criterium cat4 yesterday: I'm 3rd wheel....

Liberty Criterium cat4 yesterday: I'm 3rd wheel. major crash on the last lap ended my race (hopefully not season) prematurely :(
...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
05-20-11, 12:15 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,518
Posted By Obscene

Specialized prevail has been great for me this...

Specialized prevail has been great for me this year.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
03-17-11, 09:57 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 3,403
Posted By Obscene

This thread is like my support group. ...

This thread is like my support group.

"you're so lucky you can eat all that" is the bane of my existence..
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
03-15-11, 01:13 PM
Replies: 9,313
Views: 3,879,624
Posted By Obscene

Here I am this past weekend trying to close a gap...

Here I am this past weekend trying to close a gap with teammate in tow. Looking at this pic, just a little more elbow bend could have really helped. That and dressing properly to avoid racing in my...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
03-15-11, 11:20 AM
Replies: 9,313
Views: 3,879,624
Posted By Obscene

So for breathing do you just try to keep your...

So for breathing do you just try to keep your back muscles nice and flexible? I seem to lose what little power I have when I'm flattened out like that..
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
02-24-11, 10:46 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,749
Posted By Obscene

If you can't poop, don't go to Europe. I use...

If you can't poop, don't go to Europe.

I use a combo of coffee and breakfast sandwich.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
02-09-11, 03:08 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,152
Posted By Obscene

HAHAHA! Will there be rest stops with...

HAHAHA!

Will there be rest stops with port-o-potties and clif bars? :lol:
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
02-08-11, 06:50 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,152
Posted By Obscene

Yup, been trying to get the legs ready for March....

Yup, been trying to get the legs ready for March. I've been helping to start a new 4/5 development team up near me and Michelle and I are getting married in October. :eek:
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
02-08-11, 06:42 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,152
Posted By Obscene

Good to hear you're with a nice club. Im not sure...

Good to hear you're with a nice club. Im not sure if I'm racing that one yet.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
02-08-11, 09:21 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,152
Posted By Obscene

I did a couple of the races in Lancaster put on...

I did a couple of the races in Lancaster put on by this promoter last year. There was some controversy a few years back, but last year was my first year racing and everything seemed ok to me.
...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
02-02-11, 09:09 AM
Replies: 9,313
Views: 3,879,624
Posted By Obscene

I lol'd

I lol'd
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
01-27-11, 04:33 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,052
Posted By Obscene

I started racing last year and honestly don't...

I started racing last year and honestly don't think any self training or book could have prepared me for the efforts of that first race. Read EVERYTHING in the thread up top about first time racers...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
01-23-11, 01:45 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,272
Posted By Obscene

pics of said 12lb bike?

pics of said 12lb bike?
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
01-18-11, 01:31 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,227
Posted By Obscene

My "teammates" and I raced together as unattached...

My "teammates" and I raced together as unattached last year. It was fun and it wasn't like there was much team strategy in the 5s anyway. Why not just race in plain jerseys this year and work on...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
01-17-11, 02:56 PM
Replies: 5,146
Views: 3,437,096
Posted By Obscene

Isn't the downtube in tension though?

Isn't the downtube in tension though?
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
01-17-11, 02:52 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,227
Posted By Obscene

Most likely no big deal. But it is technically...

Most likely no big deal. But it is technically against the rules so the official could make you wear something else.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
10-26-10, 08:45 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 4,135
Posted By Obscene

I wrestled at 103lbs... I'd need to lose a limb...

I wrestled at 103lbs... I'd need to lose a limb to get back there
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
09-16-10, 12:30 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,294
Posted By Obscene

Hahaha, mine are usually: other: How long...

Hahaha, mine are usually:

other: How long was it?
me: My race was only 15 laps so maybe 18 miles..
other: Holy cow! No wonder you're so skinny!
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
09-16-10, 09:57 AM
Replies: 25,990
Views: 1,469,394
Posted By Obscene

same here. I'm not saying I had any real form...

same here. I'm not saying I had any real form before, but it's amazing how fast you lose it..
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
09-16-10, 09:54 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,294
Posted By Obscene

I wish more people understood this. It drives me...

I wish more people understood this. It drives me crazy when someone uses their understanding of a 5K charity run to talk to me about bike racing... /rant
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
09-15-10, 07:41 AM
Replies: 9,313
Views: 3,879,624
Posted By Obscene

Wheel-sucking a junior at the PA State RR last...

Wheel-sucking a junior at the PA State RR last weekend:

http://i683.photobucket.com/albums/vv191/benjaminobscene/bikeracing/1008796444_ymNVq-L.jpg
Photo courtesy of Bob Wellmon...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
09-15-10, 07:29 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,294
Posted By Obscene

My first race was an early March pre-season crit....

My first race was an early March pre-season crit. It was cheap, local, and kicked my ass.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
08-10-10, 07:46 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,374
Posted By Obscene

Congrats to those of you who dived in this year!...

Congrats to those of you who dived in this year! I also started racing this year and it's been a blast. Here my follow-up, semi-related question:

OP mentioned the guys he trains with started a...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
08-04-10, 09:43 AM
Replies: 1,870
Views: 195,495
Posted By Obscene

I've been told that ankle down (horizontal foot)...

I've been told that ankle down (horizontal foot) engages the hamstring sooner in the pedal stroke which could explain the feeling of more power during climbing.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
08-03-10, 10:28 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 7,288
Posted By Obscene

I avoid peanut butter and Metallica before races...

I avoid peanut butter and Metallica before races now as an anti-bad luck thing if that counts.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
07-25-10, 02:30 PM
Replies: 12,012
Views: 796,933
Posted By Obscene

Bleh Liberty Criterium - Malvern, PA Cat 5 ...

Bleh

Liberty Criterium - Malvern, PA Cat 5

Off the front with 4 to go
Off the back with 2 to go
Forum: Road Cycling
07-23-10, 02:21 PM
Replies: 155
Views: 7,029
Posted By Obscene

I usually carry one bottle for a 30 minute crit....

I usually carry one bottle for a 30 minute crit. I often find myself dry mouthed from breathing hard during the race and the cold water helps. Just make sure it's a safe time to drink when you do....
Forum: Road Cycling
07-21-10, 02:03 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 4,290
Posted By Obscene

keep the bmc and buy a force group.

keep the bmc and buy a force group.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
07-21-10, 01:54 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 2,235
Posted By Obscene

After the finish of one of my recent Cat 5 races,...

After the finish of one of my recent Cat 5 races, the promoter kept going on about how Cat 5 isn't as "beginner friendly" as it used to be. I don't have the age or experience to compare it against...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-21-10, 01:00 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 9,765
Posted By Obscene

Haha I also picked up one of these earlier in the...

Haha I also picked up one of these earlier in the summer and have been perplexed ever since regarding the chain alignment.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
07-15-10, 10:20 AM
Replies: 1,557
Views: 47,201
Posted By Obscene

Here's the last 3km courtesy of steephill:...

Here's the last 3km courtesy of steephill: http://www.steephill.tv/players/youtube/?title=tdf-2010-st11-last-3-km&id=saPLJQZhQpk&w=640&h=380

headbutt occurs just after the 1km flag
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
07-14-10, 07:09 AM
Replies: 1,557
Views: 47,201
Posted By Obscene

Makes it nearly impossible to watch the prime...

Makes it nearly impossible to watch the prime time re-broadcast.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
07-12-10, 07:18 AM
Replies: 12,012
Views: 796,933
Posted By Obscene

JBN Race - Cat 5 - Bethlehem, PA Really...

JBN Race - Cat 5 - Bethlehem, PA

Really short 12 mile oval crit. Felt good and stayed up front for most of the race. Got swarmed at the bell and found myself in the back. Not good since it had...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
07-09-10, 02:24 PM
Replies: 1,557
Views: 47,201
Posted By Obscene

**** off. This whole thread is 217 material

**** off. This whole thread is 217 material
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
07-09-10, 01:30 PM
Replies: 1,557
Views: 47,201
Posted By Obscene

So why was Robbie McEwen riding so fast after the...

So why was Robbie McEwen riding so fast after the race?
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
07-09-10, 12:41 PM
Replies: 1,557
Views: 47,201
Posted By Obscene

Lance tweeted about it...

Lance tweeted about it...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
07-09-10, 12:13 PM
Replies: 1,557
Views: 47,201
Posted By Obscene

so what was that all about?

so what was that all about?
Forum: Road Cycling
07-01-10, 01:53 PM
Replies: 942
Views: 192,410
Posted By Obscene

Finally caught all 3 copperhed vids. Nice work! I...

Finally caught all 3 copperhed vids. Nice work! I was rooting for you on the last lap trying to pull back the break during the climb. That took some balls my friend
Forum: Road Cycling
07-01-10, 08:58 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,224
Posted By Obscene

classic.

classic.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
07-01-10, 08:51 AM
Replies: 9,313
Views: 3,879,624
Posted By Obscene

cool kit and nice bridge

cool kit and nice bridge
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
06-30-10, 01:54 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 4,420
Posted By Obscene

If you want to race give it a shot. If you're not...

If you want to race give it a shot. If you're not ready, there's no penalty for waiting. Do you currently ride with the shop team? Can you keep up with them?
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
06-28-10, 02:33 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,877
Posted By Obscene

My teammate and I yell "Marco" and "Polo" to...

My teammate and I yell "Marco" and "Polo" to coordinate attacks and find each other in the peloton.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
06-27-10, 06:27 PM
Replies: 12,012
Views: 796,933
Posted By Obscene

Finally a good result this morning! Fitness...

Finally a good result this morning!

Fitness Park Cat 5 Crit: Awesome course but much more wobbily riders than usual. Did well to stay at the front and closed a bunch of gaps. I had planned to...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
06-21-10, 06:59 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,969
Posted By Obscene

Ya it's hard to top a PBR kit in Philly these...

Ya it's hard to top a PBR kit in Philly these days.

Looks like Lanell had some good results Friday night. I really hope he gets a shot at London 2012.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
06-19-10, 04:33 PM
Replies: 12,012
Views: 796,933
Posted By Obscene

New Bethlehem Crit (Cat5) this morning. ...

New Bethlehem Crit (Cat5) this morning.

Felt pretty good through warm up and lined up at the front. Stayed 4th wheel through the first few turns. LOTS of braking though through the turns due to...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-15-10, 02:50 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 708
Posted By Obscene

Hence the question, but thanks for clearing it up.

Hence the question, but thanks for clearing it up.
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
06-15-10, 02:37 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,068
Posted By Obscene

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-RNAYR3KPIg

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-RNAYR3KPIg
Forum: Road Cycling
06-15-10, 09:57 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 708
Posted By Obscene

Here's another question: Would slipping on leg...

Here's another question: Would slipping on leg warmers after a ride do essentially the same thing? Is there something special about a "compression" sleeve?
Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-10, 10:19 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 708
Posted By Obscene

Mind if I ask your height/weight? I'm stick...

Mind if I ask your height/weight? I'm stick skinny too and would most likely be in between XS and S.
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
06-08-10, 10:25 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,969
Posted By Obscene

Clint, did you get to talk to Lanell Rockmore at...

Clint, did you get to talk to Lanell Rockmore at all? I worked with the team last Sunday in Philly, and in between laps he was telling me about his Civic and how he's thinking about being a Honda...
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