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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-29-23, 10:01 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 944
Posted By Murf58

Thanks everyone - appreciate the responses. ...

Thanks everyone - appreciate the responses.

A bit more detail as requested, I am only riding 8-9 miles per ride (road and MTB) at the moment - several times a week, a few hills but nothing major....
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-29-23, 03:07 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 944
Posted By Murf58

How do you recover?

I’m 55, and recently started riding again after having done very little for the last 10 months or so. Feeling it a bit and wondering what works for others to enhance recovery. I’m interested about...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-17-22, 03:50 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 573
Posted By Murf58

53 tooth chainring on a 2021 Giant Revolt?

I have a 2021 revolt with 2x GRX.
Does anyone know if I can fit a 53 chainring on to get road gearing? Thanks.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-29-22, 02:48 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,165
Posted By Murf58

Thanks all for sharing advice, experience and...

Thanks all for sharing advice, experience and recommendations - really appreciate it, I have taken all of it on board and made some changes already.
For those that recommended real food, yes I do...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-26-22, 03:38 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,165
Posted By Murf58

Recommend protein powder?

I’m turning 54 in 2 months and looking for a convenient way to increase my protein intake. Problem is that for about the last 10 years a number of protein powders (WPI only) I’ve tried cause me...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-02-21, 05:56 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,866
Posted By Murf58

There are certainly a few angry animals in...

There are certainly a few angry animals in Australia that can get you into trouble if you are not careful - can sometimes feels like they are trying to kill you, all part of the experience! Lots of...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-31-21, 04:06 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,866
Posted By Murf58

Saw a snake today

Another month and spring will be upon us here in Australia - saw my first snake of the ‘new season’ today while out gravel biking
A very healthy red belly black snake - beautiful and very relaxed. I...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-05-21, 12:49 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,535
Posted By Murf58

I came predominantly from mountain bikes -...

I came predominantly from mountain bikes - started BMX as a 10 year old, well over 40 years ago - and then had a Centurion Ironman in the 80's doing the odd recreational triathlon. I haven't been...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-05-21, 04:33 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,535
Posted By Murf58

Thanks Pete - yes I did notice similar the...

Thanks Pete - yes I did notice similar the geometry to the Tarmac. The SuperSix has the same reach but a higher stack by 10mm. However the ETT on the Cannondale is longer by a few mm (I figure a...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-05-21, 12:00 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,535
Posted By Murf58

Perhaps participate and compete against myself...

Perhaps participate and compete against myself would have been more accurate!
Forum: Road Cycling
07-04-21, 11:59 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,535
Posted By Murf58

pf30

pf30
Forum: Road Cycling
07-04-21, 08:20 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,535
Posted By Murf58

Aethos Pro or SuperSix Evo HM?

Hi All,
I have worked (and saved) to get a nice road bike, light and comfortable. I don't and wont be racing competitively but do compete in the odd event (hopefully doing more over the next year)....
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-29-21, 03:22 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 7,005
Posted By Murf58

Thanks everyone for the responses and sharing...

Thanks everyone for the responses and sharing experience.
I have ended up buying a Fenix 6x, primarily based on very good reviews and the battery life (compared to the Apple Watch).
I should...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-18-21, 06:15 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 7,005
Posted By Murf58

Thanks everyone for the responses. i should...

Thanks everyone for the responses.
i should clarify that by “dumb watch” I meant simple monitors (watches/bands) that really don’t do much more than collect data and the analysis is done on a phone...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-14-21, 07:39 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 7,005
Posted By Murf58

Smart watch or dumb watch?

Thinking of taking the plunge and getting a watch - I had a search of the over 50 forum and can’t find any specific threads.
I am interested in tracking sleep and recovery, as well as heart health...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-20-21, 06:13 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 5,221
Posted By Murf58

Looking good Joe F! What you are doing is clearly...

Looking good Joe F! What you are doing is clearly working well for you.
can you share some details about your diet?
Forum: Road Cycling
04-06-21, 04:37 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 13,261
Posted By Murf58

I’ve used the Pathfinder Pro tyres 38 with 303s...

I’ve used the Pathfinder Pro tyres 38 with 303s for several months without a problem - on a Diverge mix of gravel and road.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-31-21, 03:48 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,569
Posted By Murf58

To close this thread off I bought a set of DT...

To close this thread off I bought a set of DT Swiss PRC1400 65 wheels, they look very nice.
Haven’t put them together yet but have a set of Cont 5000 26 tyres to go on and have Ultegra discs (not...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-30-21, 04:26 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,216
Posted By Murf58

What brand/type?

What brand/type?
Forum: Road Cycling
03-06-21, 06:30 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,569
Posted By Murf58

Thanks - I am in Australia, and the FFWD...

Thanks - I am in Australia, and the FFWD distributors seem to be out of stock or only have rim brake versions.
I’ll have a look at the US site anyway.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-06-21, 01:20 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,569
Posted By Murf58

Thanks all. Apologies if it wasn’t clear in the...

Thanks all. Apologies if it wasn’t clear in the first post but I definitely need disc brakes.

As mentioned above, availability is currently a major issue and will influence my final decision....
Forum: Road Cycling
03-04-21, 03:13 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,569
Posted By Murf58

Thanks ericcox, your bike looks awesome, love the...

Thanks ericcox, your bike looks awesome, love the colour!
I will take a look at these wheels and check availability - much appreciated.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-03-21, 01:07 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,569
Posted By Murf58

Haven’t come across the HED vanquish so will...

Haven’t come across the HED vanquish so will definitely have a closer look at them as an option.
I appreciate the helpful comments - thankyou.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-03-21, 12:18 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,569
Posted By Murf58

Thanks burnthesheep - I have about US $2.5k saved...

Thanks burnthesheep - I have about US $2.5k saved to spend on wheels so will spend up to that amount. I am looking to buy a quality set of wheels that are reliable and comfortable. I’ll likely run...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-03-21, 02:42 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,569
Posted By Murf58

Thanks Dean - not real windy where I live, I...

Thanks Dean - not real windy where I live, I generally don’t ride if it’s over 30km per hour anyway.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-03-21, 12:56 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,569
Posted By Murf58

Recommend aero wheels for TCR

Hi All,

I have just purchased a 2020 TCR SL advanced frame set (disc) and built it up with spare parts - mechanical ultegra etc. I will update parts over time.
Not a lot of hills where I live so...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-28-20, 01:25 PM
Replies: 1,161
Views: 316,425
Posted By Murf58

Just installed Zipp 303 s wheels on my Diverge...

Just installed Zipp 303 s wheels on my Diverge (expert). Very nice wheels - the bike feels livelier. I’m not a real fan of the 10 degree engagement so will fix that in future.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-24-20, 02:25 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 934
Posted By Murf58

I like the look of those 3T forks - thanks! I...

I like the look of those 3T forks - thanks! I haven’t decided yet whether I will go with a rigid fork or a 100mm suspension fork.
I will check out some reviews on those satori bars - thankyou.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-23-20, 12:59 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 934
Posted By Murf58

Thanks for the suggestion Rolla - I’ll have a...

Thanks for the suggestion Rolla - I’ll have a closer look at them (I’ve always wanted to try them) but they feel a bit overkill for the normal riding I’ll be doing (1-3 hours with an occasional day...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-23-20, 12:52 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 934
Posted By Murf58

Thanks - I should have mentioned in the original...

Thanks - I should have mentioned in the original post I was going to try the SQLabs Innerbarends with the flat bars - that gives some flexibility for hand position.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-23-20, 12:49 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 934
Posted By Murf58

Thanks Tangerine and Chas - will look at the FF...

Thanks Tangerine and Chas - will look at the FF given it will be a mix of pavement and gravel I will be riding. Tangerine be great to hear your thoughts on the tyre once you’ve finished your trial. I...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-23-20, 03:36 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 934
Posted By Murf58

Help needed - building up a gravel hardtail

Hi All,

I have the opportunity to get a Merida hardtail Carbon frame and am thinking of building up a light bike for gravel riding and a bit of shortish backpacking. I already have some Stans...
Forum: Pills and Ills
02-23-20, 08:45 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,913
Posted By Murf58

Thanks all, a few things to think about and a few...

Thanks all, a few things to think about and a few things to try.
Reflecting on diet, I do eat white bread, too much probably. I have never had any problems with it but will cut it down/out (with...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-23-20, 02:04 PM
Replies: 1,416
Views: 796,643
Posted By Murf58

Inspirational photos everyone - thank you for...

Inspirational photos everyone - thank you for uploading.
Forum: Pills and Ills
02-23-20, 02:33 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,913
Posted By Murf58

I had a scan a couple of weeks ago, didn’t hear...

I had a scan a couple of weeks ago, didn’t hear back from the Dr so assume nothing out of the ordinary. Thanks for the advice - think I will go see an ENT specialist.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-23-20, 02:06 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,028
Posted By Murf58

RH Clark - well done, awesome transformation.

RH Clark - well done, awesome transformation.
Forum: Pills and Ills
02-23-20, 01:58 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,913
Posted By Murf58

52 and getting sick regularly

Every time I start to build kilometres or increase intensity I seem to end up getting sick. Head cold type symptoms with sinus congestion/pain. Hangs around for at least a week or two. Over the last...
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