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Forum: Touring
07-31-23, 08:51 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,620
Posted By Gunther20

First 4 days weren't bad at all. Days 5 and 6...

First 4 days weren't bad at all. Days 5 and 6 had the agonizing quadfecta of heat, hills, humidity, and headwinds
Forum: Road Cycling
05-11-23, 06:31 AM
Replies: 167
Views: 7,484
Posted By Gunther20

I can't tell from a ride around the block if a...

I can't tell from a ride around the block if a new bike is going to work for me. My LBS granted me a longer test ride and all I had to do was let them make a copy of my DL. I said I wanted it for...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-21-22, 09:18 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 3,695
Posted By Gunther20

I have a somewhat similar experience. I ride over...

I have a somewhat similar experience. I ride over 5000 miles/year and never cramp. But in the winter I can't go more than 30 minutes on the rollers with continuous spinning without suffering from a...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-16-22, 09:26 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,732
Posted By Gunther20

yes that's true for 36 years but you needed to...

yes that's true for 36 years but you needed to calculate for 30 years
Forum: Road Cycling
12-15-22, 04:19 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,732
Posted By Gunther20

How do you get 6k? Using the Rule of 72 -...

How do you get 6k? Using the Rule of 72 - Starting with $500 at 7.2% in 10 years it's $1000, in 20 years it's $2000, and in 30 years it's $4000
Forum: Commuting
09-30-22, 07:22 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 998
Posted By Gunther20

If you are not going to use the Marlin for...

If you are not going to use the Marlin for occasional mountain biking I would buy a Verve instead. They are about the same price but the Verve would be a better commuter and a much more enjoyable...
Forum: Touring
08-04-22, 01:02 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,539
Posted By Gunther20

Well Mr Walrus since it was your first time on...

Well Mr Walrus since it was your first time on RAGBRAI I guess I have you to thank for 7 days with temps in the low 80's and a tailwind every day. Don't think we'll ever see weather that good again....
Forum: Road Cycling
05-12-22, 02:04 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 514
Posted By Gunther20

I've been dealing with it for a couple of years. ...

I've been dealing with it for a couple of years. I tried various pedal and shoe combinations and it didn't seem to matter. But definitely try for yourself because a small change might work for you,...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-06-22, 08:11 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,602
Posted By Gunther20

I got 4 flats while using Gatorskins in 2020. ...

I got 4 flats while using Gatorskins in 2020. Yet I still don't blame the Gatorskins - 2 flats occurred while the bike was in transit. No idea why, hot car/truck maybe? 1 flat was when I ran over...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-30-22, 10:43 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,065
Posted By Gunther20

Tell me all about goatheads

This winter keeps dragging on and I'm getting closer to making plans to drive south for a weekend of real outside cycling and it got me thinking about whether I might find goatheads wherever I go.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-03-21, 02:06 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 3,772
Posted By Gunther20

AFAIK I've never had a pair of shorts get that...

AFAIK I've never had a pair of shorts get that bad. So I have to ask, is it easy to tell just by holding them up? Or is it only obvious when wearing them?
I saw a guy on RAGBRAI that I assume was...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-26-21, 10:05 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,086
Posted By Gunther20

If you can do 75 miles at 17.2 then you can...

If you can do 75 miles at 17.2 then you can easily do a century at 15-16. Always gotta have another goal ahead.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-01-21, 06:42 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,491
Posted By Gunther20

I was 10 or 11 when I found the March 1985...

I was 10 or 11 when I found the March 1985 Penthouse magazine in a ditch while riding my bike. Simultaneously, I became both more and less interested in cycling.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-18-21, 07:57 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,327
Posted By Gunther20

Here in Minnesota the sunrise at the end of May...

Here in Minnesota the sunrise at the end of May is around 5:25 and the sunrise on June 21st is also around 5:25. I get into a great June routine but then have to adjust in July and August when...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-16-21, 01:37 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,327
Posted By Gunther20

Early morning rides are the best. Sunrise is...

Early morning rides are the best. Sunrise is about 5:25 and this time of year the first hint of light is around 4:45. I can start at 4:30 and ride the first 7 miles on a familiar trail (where I...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-16-21, 07:43 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 4,596
Posted By Gunther20

I put over 6000 miles on a set of 32mm gatorskins...

I put over 6000 miles on a set of 32mm gatorskins last year. Got 4 flats with them but I would not blame the gatorskins for any of them. Switched to GP5000 over the winter and instantly went from...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-04-21, 08:02 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,125
Posted By Gunther20

1UP is made in Wisconsin and is a great rack if...

1UP is made in Wisconsin and is a great rack if you are not in a hurry to get one. I was on a waiting list to order one for about 4 weeks and then it took another two weeks to receive it after I...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-28-21, 08:23 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 869
Posted By Gunther20

Those are the kids on RAGBRAI with the flags...

Those are the kids on RAGBRAI with the flags right? That's a cool program. Kudos to you.
I'm going back 'home' to Iowa this weekend and hope to get some Iowa gravel miles in too.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-13-21, 02:08 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 5,075
Posted By Gunther20

Growing up on a farm in Iowa we lived on a gravel...

Growing up on a farm in Iowa we lived on a gravel road (or is it called a cyclocross road? LOL) but were about 1/4 mile away from a 'blacktop' road. When my siblings and I turned 10 we each got our...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-23-21, 08:36 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,018
Posted By Gunther20

That’s good to know on the 1up jaxgtr. All I...

That’s good to know on the 1up jaxgtr. All I received was a confirmation email with no estimate of lead time. Hoping it’s the last rack I’ll ever have to buy.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-23-21, 03:25 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,018
Posted By Gunther20

Thanks all for the expertise. I'm probably over...

Thanks all for the expertise. I'm probably over concerned because it's still a new bike. I'll continue to hurl it in drive side up (gently of course).
Forum: Road Cycling
04-23-21, 01:37 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,018
Posted By Gunther20

Back of SUV transportation

I recently bought my first bike with disc brakes (yay for me!). When driving to a trail or wherever I typically would toss (gently) my rim-brake equipped bikes into the back with the drive side up. ...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-21-21, 08:54 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,273
Posted By Gunther20

Could be worse....I've learned to appreciate that...

Could be worse....I've learned to appreciate that the price is always $600. Makes it easier to ignore and focus on the genuine ads.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-17-21, 10:33 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,249
Posted By Gunther20

In the spring there are a couple short(ish)...

In the spring there are a couple short(ish) drives from Des Moines with great bike trails - Bentonville/Fayetteville Ark has a great bike trail and would be about a 6 hour drive. Tulsa has enough...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-08-21, 06:53 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,340
Posted By Gunther20

I have two pairs of the same cycling shoe. One...

I have two pairs of the same cycling shoe. One set up SPD and one set up SPD-SL. I have zero pain when riding with SPD but quite a bit of pain after the ride with SPD-SL. I am not able to adjust...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-02-21, 09:52 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,323
Posted By Gunther20

I have found that snap koozies serve a dual...

I have found that snap koozies serve a dual purpose. First you can place it on your frame at the touch point when on the rack. Then when you are done riding you can use it to keep your beer cold. ...
Forum: Great Lakes
03-17-21, 01:53 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 594
Posted By Gunther20

You could check out Pork Belly. pkbelly.com ...

You could check out Pork Belly. pkbelly.com They provide transportation to the start from Omaha, Des Moines, and the end town. If you are looking for transportation after the ride I think they go...
Forum: Southwest
03-17-21, 01:39 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 382
Posted By Gunther20

Tulsa

Does anyone ride around Tulsa or familiar with the MUPs there? I'm curious about surface conditions, traffic, scenery, etc....
My wife and kids are headed to Disney world for spring break with...
Forum: Great Lakes Rides and Events
03-11-21, 09:33 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,683
Posted By Gunther20

It appears RAGBRAI is a full go after the...

It appears RAGBRAI is a full go after the announcement this week. Can’t wait!
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-10-21, 09:06 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,524
Posted By Gunther20

This was helpful. I did another test ride with...

This was helpful. I did another test ride with this quote in mind and it clicked, both in my head and on the bike. Anyway I am now the proud owner of a new 2019 Trek Boone 5. I realize it will...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-09-21, 02:45 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,524
Posted By Gunther20

Yeah no mountains in Minnesota. Generally if...

Yeah no mountains in Minnesota. Generally if they are steep they are not long, maybe causing me to get out of the saddle for a short burst. And if they are long they are not steep so I just put my...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-08-21, 08:52 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,524
Posted By Gunther20

Good points by all and I'll look to give it...

Good points by all and I'll look to give it another test ride. As long as the double tab is functional as advertised it's just something I could get used to over time.
Regarding the 1x11 setup with...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-06-21, 07:53 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,524
Posted By Gunther20

SRAM double tap

Hi. Newish guy here. I test rode a great bike today (in stock and on sale!). Only thing that kept me from pulling the trigger is that I never got comfortable with the sram rival double tap. Never...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-04-20, 07:15 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,417
Posted By Gunther20

Hi. Newbie here. I know I'm suppose to start...

Hi. Newbie here. I know I'm suppose to start out with a thread like "What's the deal with all the weight weenies I see without valve stem covers?. How many watts do they think they are saving?" ...
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