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03-11-23, 02:00 PM
Replies: 279
Views: 9,201
Posted By Nooner

Holy cow ! I thank the OP for his opinion on...

Holy cow !
I thank the OP for his opinion on what is pleasurable cycling.
My pleasure INCLUDES speed.
Now get out of my way ...
05-22-19, 12:14 AM
Replies: 2,886
Views: 366,410
Posted By Nooner

I Rode the Pacific Electric trail from Claremont...

I Rode the Pacific Electric trail from Claremont to Fontana and back, just under forty miles.
A strong tailwind going east, and a pain in the butt headwind returning west.
Not very fond of windy...
05-16-19, 07:22 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 16,327
Posted By Nooner

There are lots of good viewpoints on Glendora...

There are lots of good viewpoints on Glendora Ridge Road between Horse Canyon Saddle and the Sunset Peak Trailhead.
I'll be about two miles east of Horse Canyon Saddle.
GRR is in the low foothills....
05-16-19, 08:18 AM
Replies: 107
Views: 12,726
Posted By Nooner

Wait.... Have I seen the OP on TV??? ...

Wait....
Have I seen the OP on TV???
https://i.ytimg.com/vi/bGRunohvF1Q/maxresdefault.jpg...
04-24-19, 10:37 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 16,327
Posted By Nooner

VDP is no Sagan...

VDP is no Sagan...
04-15-19, 11:19 AM
Replies: 122
Views: 16,327
Posted By Nooner

I'm planning to see stage 6 off Glendora Ridge...

I'm planning to see stage 6 off Glendora Ridge Road, but unfortunately still nursing a very bad knee and won't be able to ride.
They ride this road both going down towards Glendora and back up...
04-16-18, 11:35 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 12,946
Posted By Nooner

I rode the metric century on a 79' Le Tour with...

I rode the metric century on a 79' Le Tour with steel wheels.
Downhill's were eye opening to say the least.
Holy cow!!
Forum: Touring
03-29-18, 10:59 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,373
Posted By Nooner

Looks like quite an adventure, my longest solo...

Looks like quite an adventure, my longest solo tour was Modesto to San Diego.
Enjoy your journey, and keep us posted on what works and what does not.
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-25-18, 02:40 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 6,516
Posted By Nooner

Outstanding!! Thank you for sharing.

Outstanding!!
Thank you for sharing.
Forum: Touring
03-11-18, 03:57 PM
Replies: 166
Views: 19,274
Posted By Nooner

https://www.frontlinegaming.org/wp-content/uploads...

https://www.frontlinegaming.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/sky-is-falling.jpg...
Replies: 73
Views: 17,492
Posted By Nooner

I bet the bike rides exactly the same with or...

I bet the bike rides exactly the same with or without that impact dent...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-07-18, 10:04 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,907
Posted By Nooner

Using the five qualities from the OP and the two...

Using the five qualities from the OP and the two choices given, I'd go with the Roubaix.
03-06-18, 12:28 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,825
Posted By Nooner

I've had good success selling bikes and bike...

I've had good success selling bikes and bike parts on CL for OC SG & IE areas.
Offer plenty of photos and good detailed copy.
You will still have to answer lots of questions and deal with some rift...
03-01-18, 12:13 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,035
Posted By Nooner

I love cycling always have and always will, but I...

I love cycling always have and always will, but I see it more of an addiction than a sport.
Maybe it's the same thing.https://ih1.redbubble.net/image.359989895.5634/flat,1000x1000,075,f.u1.jpg...
02-25-18, 01:48 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,203
Posted By Nooner

After a good sunny day riding some MTB trails I...

After a good sunny day riding some MTB trails I have been known to gulp down a couple of ice cold micheladas. :giver: :beer:
02-23-18, 12:31 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,828
Posted By Nooner

This thread lacked efficiency.

This thread lacked efficiency.
02-07-18, 09:02 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,157
Posted By Nooner

Looks nice but those shelves need some canned...

Looks nice but those shelves need some canned goods.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-02-18, 11:05 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 8,307
Posted By Nooner

An excellent post. :thumb:

An excellent post. :thumb:
02-01-18, 01:33 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,639
Posted By Nooner

The should just allow the cyclist to use a car to...

The should just allow the cyclist to use a car to run over the druggie, and call it a day.
01-22-18, 12:01 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 19,934
Posted By Nooner

Lots of triple digit days here. On really hot...

Lots of triple digit days here. On really hot days I'll start my ride at four or five am and return before the temps shoot up.
If I had to choose, I'd choose riding in really hot weather over riding...
01-22-18, 10:31 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,913
Posted By Nooner

All three post cataract surgery eye drop groups...

All three post cataract surgery eye drop groups (NSAIDS, steroidal, and antibiotic) have cheaper generic alternatives.
Ask your Dr to order from the generic choices.
01-18-18, 03:41 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,278
Posted By Nooner

The theme should be "France only", since most all...

The theme should be "France only", since most all of the tour will be held inside France.
Only some twenty kilometers will be outside the french border.
01-18-18, 02:37 PM
Replies: 500
Views: 89,151
Posted By Nooner

I ride the northern part of SART, and steer clear...

I ride the northern part of SART, and steer clear of all the crap south of me.
Calm, quiet, and homeless-free. :p
01-10-18, 11:31 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 6,587
Posted By Nooner

I've never had any issues with USPS shipping. I...

I've never had any issues with USPS shipping.
I have some issues with their driver though, the old bitty knocked down my mailbox twice last year. :twitchy::twitchy::twitchy:
Forum: Road Cycling
01-10-18, 11:22 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,221
Posted By Nooner

I hear this every once in a while where I work. ...

I hear this every once in a while where I work.
A cut-out saddle and proper tilt can go a long way in waking up the snake.
Unless you are taking aspirin as heart therapy, only use it when really...
Replies: 17
Views: 2,902
Posted By Nooner

The website from the flyer: ...

The website from the flyer:


https://lexusvelodrome.com/
01-03-18, 11:50 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 5,762
Posted By Nooner

I only frequent two bicycle forums... this one...

I only frequent two bicycle forums... this one and a MTB forum.
The rest of the forums I visit are backpacking and numismatic related.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-03-18, 09:44 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 10,266
Posted By Nooner

One of my favorite old MTB loose fitting jerseys...

One of my favorite old MTB loose fitting jerseys looked a lot like this.


https://i.pinimg.com/736x/12/28/94/1228949cfa6029afc66ffb03999bf563--car-sport-checkered-flag.jpg
12-22-17, 11:10 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,762
Posted By Nooner

If the OP's bike is functioning well I'd save a...

If the OP's bike is functioning well I'd save a few bucks and forego the paint job.
She's got patina! :D
12-22-17, 02:38 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,213
Posted By Nooner

I think Froome will receive a one year ban for...

I think Froome will receive a one year ban for the extra puff puff.


https://keyassets.timeincuk.net/inspirewp/live/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2014/06/9g4mr.gif
12-15-17, 01:59 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,700
Posted By Nooner

I hand wash my helmets and replace about every 12...

I hand wash my helmets and replace about every 12 months, they both see a lot of use.
New year = new lids
12-15-17, 01:49 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,568
Posted By Nooner

The European way to "control and release"? ...

The European way to "control and release"? :lol:
12-14-17, 02:23 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,077
Posted By Nooner

No such thing as old men, just old bikes. Start...

No such thing as old men, just old bikes.
Start off slow and make sure you have good brakes, tires, and helmet.
Enjoy the ride, everything else will come to you.
12-14-17, 01:57 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 7,153
Posted By Nooner

I'll be switching from 27's to 700c on the Le...

I'll be switching from 27's to 700c on the Le Tour, for a better tire selection and to dump the heavy steel wheels.
Any suggestions on where to find aluminum wheels that are plain Jane... nothing...
12-14-17, 01:46 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 6,236
Posted By Nooner

https://i.imgflip.com/1kgo27.jpg

https://i.imgflip.com/1kgo27.jpg
12-14-17, 12:53 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 6,236
Posted By Nooner

I do all my own wrenching at home and my wife...

I do all my own wrenching at home and my wife says I am "certifiable", does that count? :lol:
12-13-17, 12:27 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 7,153
Posted By Nooner

I was lucky enough to meet Luciano at a rest stop...

I was lucky enough to meet Luciano at a rest stop at this year's Eroica California.
The man had such an intense love of cycling, and a gigantic smile when he wanted to.
RIP Luchi'

Regarding Nova...
12-12-17, 01:07 PM
Replies: 259
Views: 17,451
Posted By Nooner

http://iruntheinternet.com/lulzdump/images/rails-t...

http://iruntheinternet.com/lulzdump/images/rails-train-off-wherewearegoing-backtothefuture-1338955001l.jpg?id=
12-12-17, 12:14 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 7,153
Posted By Nooner

Thanks for the tip

I finally got a chance to strip the bike down to the frame.
I just ordered the same chainring($21 shipped), it should blend in just right.
It looks like I might have to change the derailleur...
Forum: Fatbikes
12-11-17, 10:48 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,513
Posted By Nooner

I'm getting ready to buy my first fat bike, and...

I'm getting ready to buy my first fat bike, and looking forward to this new forum.
Many thanks!! :thumb::thumb:
12-08-17, 01:31 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,953
Posted By Nooner

I haven't raced in any crit thus far that did not...

I haven't raced in any crit thus far that did not have some sort of sketchiness at one point or another.
Mountain bike racing seems safer sometimes...
12-08-17, 01:25 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,296
Posted By Nooner

February should be any-shade-of-red month.

February should be any-shade-of-red month.
12-08-17, 12:20 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,158
Posted By Nooner

East of the Rosebowl there is the Claremont...

East of the Rosebowl there is the Claremont Wilderness park loop, linked with Marshall Canyon makes a very good workout.
Potato Mountain is also a good place to work in the dirt.
These are two...
12-08-17, 11:00 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 6,979
Posted By Nooner

I voted yes, the fatties deserve their own spot.

I voted yes, the fatties deserve their own spot.
12-07-17, 01:33 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 9,942
Posted By Nooner

A very nice bike OP. I think a 48/34 combo...

A very nice bike OP.
I think a 48/34 combo would be beneficial.
11-26-17, 09:47 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,165
Posted By Nooner

There was sooooo much wrong in the vid.

There was sooooo much wrong in the vid.
11-26-17, 09:37 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 7,153
Posted By Nooner

On this year's run (2017), I road a Shogun which...

On this year's run (2017), I road a Shogun which was a borrowed bike.
I'll be switching to a lower granny gear, and dumping the rack, kickstand, and anything else I can to cut weight but not change...
11-25-17, 05:32 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 7,153
Posted By Nooner

Thanks for the info, I believe the bike is a...

Thanks for the info, I believe the bike is a 1981.
I will indeed change to a lower gear, any recommendation on a brand of 34T gear?
11-25-17, 05:25 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 7,153
Posted By Nooner

Judging by some of the questions asked I think...

Judging by some of the questions asked I think some of the negative commentators have never actually been to an Eroica event.
Color me shocked... :lol:
11-25-17, 05:16 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 7,153
Posted By Nooner

This will be my third Eroica ride, but the first...

This will be my third Eroica ride, but the first on the Le Tour.
I thing I observed from day one at the event..... very little snobbery.
Most of the snobbery is kept in the 'purists' cordoned off...
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