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Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-02-10, 06:26 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 617
Posted By the shark

Good ideas above. Prologue 5...

Good ideas above.

Prologue

5 points Cancellara
3 points Martin
1 point Wiggins
Stage 3 Winner (The cobbles) 5 points Thor ( hoping...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-02-10, 04:48 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 617
Posted By the shark

Help with a TDF challenge - wanted BF input so I can win / fun game for here also

I got asked to fill out a bracket for TDF contest so thought to tap BF brain trust as this is a tough year to pick winners I think

Could be fun to play here also, so fill in the info below and we...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
04-15-10, 09:29 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,929
Posted By the shark

I will see what speed I get in 2 weeks when I try...

I will see what speed I get in 2 weeks when I try it with fresh legs. I expect to be average around 23MPH - can then try more Aero - more drop - and also wheelbuilder disc in back. After that I will...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
04-14-10, 08:35 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,929
Posted By the shark

I am on a TT bike (Fuji Aloha) and working on...

I am on a TT bike (Fuji Aloha) and working on getting better at position. I did recently move to more aggressive drop - took out spacers to get about 2.5. Also up graded from the stock Xero wheels to...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
04-14-10, 04:40 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,929
Posted By the shark

Help Setting Realistic goals for TT improvement

I currently do a local TT of 8 miles - relatively flat course and did it last night averaging about 22.5 MPH. I was pretty tired/sore legs from a race sunday so think I could have done a bit better...
Forum: Texas
04-12-10, 10:21 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 519
Posted By the shark

Austin Ride in NW Austin - Bicycle Sport Shop North - Sat 8:30 AM

For those in Austin looking for a ride up in Arboreteum area, BSS North ( 183/Braker) has resumed their Sat AM ride.

http://bicyclesportshop.com/articles/north-store-183-and-braker-pg160.htm
...
Forum: Texas
04-12-10, 10:13 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 595
Posted By the shark

This Sat should be a good ride @ BSS North as...

This Sat should be a good ride @ BSS North as Austin Cycle camp will be there for their Sat training ride. Should have 20+ riders. Giving out some free gels etc.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-06-10, 10:02 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 3,742
Posted By the shark

I am new to deep v wheels, but just got ZIPP 404s...

I am new to deep v wheels, but just got ZIPP 404s for my TT bike. I am amazed at the performance difference and today I took the bike on a hilly group ride course and could not believe how well I...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-05-10, 05:24 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 14,529
Posted By the shark

I am there with you - luckily my son's games I...

I am there with you - luckily my son's games I coach have been after lunch so I am getting in Sat rides. Daughter's games have been mainly in the afternoon.. Weekends can be brutally busy when we...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-04-10, 09:34 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 669
Posted By the shark

Oh - I agree the ride has to have a personality...

Oh - I agree the ride has to have a personality as mentioned. There are other hardcore hammerfest rides already ( but different location) so thought is this to be intermediate to advanced and the...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-04-10, 09:25 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 669
Posted By the shark

Thanks for all the input as it is helpful. I...

Thanks for all the input as it is helpful. I agree on the people factor but I can not control that except to hope some of the prior people come back.

My issue with the ride was that they never...
Forum: Texas
04-04-10, 09:12 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 595
Posted By the shark

the guys at austin cycle camp are a good bunch to...

the guys at austin cycle camp are a good bunch to tie into.

Bicycle sport shop on 183/ Braker ( not far from you ) is a good shop and they are starting back up their Sat AM ride- 8:30 AM start -...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-04-10, 08:24 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 669
Posted By the shark

Ideas on promoting a group ride/increasing turnout & retention ideas

I have offered to help get a ride going in my area as the ride turnout had dropped off quite a bit over winter and there were no official leaders. Sometimes no one else would even be there. Last...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-01-10, 08:58 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 14,529
Posted By the shark

Glad you are enjoying it. I love the tow Fujis I...

Glad you are enjoying it. I love the tow Fujis I have and feel they are some of the best bikes for the money. When I bought mine comperable bikes were 500-1000 more.

Maybe I will run into you...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-01-10, 08:50 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,436
Posted By the shark

They came with Tufas ( sp?). They are basically...

They came with Tufas ( sp?). They are basically new tires - I do not know details but believe they are more an all around training than for racing.

I am no bike geek into details like many in...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-31-10, 10:48 PM
Replies: 590
Views: 160,934
Posted By the shark

I just took pics of my Fujis as I got new wheels...

I just took pics of my Fujis as I got new wheels for my Aloha. Both are 2008.

Team Pro and Aloha.

The Aloha is actually a 07/08 combo as frame was replaced and they were out of 08 frames so...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-31-10, 10:35 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,436
Posted By the shark

Yes I believe they are 08s. I paid around $1000...

Yes I believe they are 08s. I paid around $1000 and just had to have them. Complimented a guy on a group ride about them and said I always wanted to get some, and he said do you want them? He wanted...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-30-10, 09:45 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,436
Posted By the shark

I go the wheels today and here they are on the...

I go the wheels today and here they are on the bike. Just had time for a 20 min ride as had to rush to my group ride on my road bike. I love them so far and will ride them in the AM. Seem very...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-29-10, 11:19 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,436
Posted By the shark

Thanks I got the internal piece for the hub and...

Thanks I got the internal piece for the hub and will get the wheels tomorrow assuming they pass inspection. My hope is they will motivate me to train harder to be able to back them up. Can not wait...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-28-10, 09:21 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,436
Posted By the shark

Thanks for replies - I believe I can work any...

Thanks for replies - I believe I can work any extra cost out of the purchase price and just wondered for my own good what to ask - inspect etc. I do trust seller and mechanic completely. The history...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-28-10, 07:07 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,436
Posted By the shark

I will have a bike mechanic I use inspect them...

I will have a bike mechanic I use inspect them but coincidentally the guys selling them also uses him. Wanted to also get input on what else I need to look for and to make sure I make the right call...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-28-10, 06:38 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,436
Posted By the shark

Zipp 404s - Questions to ask purchasing a used pair

I am looking at purchasing a used pair of Zipp 404 tubluar wheels w/ tires and wanted some input from Zipp owners or others on what to look for on inspecting the wheels/spokes etc etc.

I also...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-28-10, 06:27 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 437
Posted By the shark

I guess I will re-post a different way as no...

I guess I will re-post a different way as no responses
Forum: Road Cycling
03-27-10, 02:21 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 437
Posted By the shark

Wheel opinions and input - 750- 1000 budget - Leaning toward used Zipp 404s

I have a road and a Tri/TT bike and thought I would get wheels for the Road bike first ( lighter and stiffer than the Shimano 500s on it. But then I thought to upgrade Tri/TT bike first as I race...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
03-22-10, 09:54 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,812
Posted By the shark

question - would whey protein powder count as...

question - would whey protein powder count as dairy?
Forum: Road Cycling
03-06-10, 05:24 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 517
Posted By the shark

Anyone try the Continental Gatorskin Hardshell Model

I was going to buy some new Gartorskins and they are pretty cheap at PBK now, but while looking at them I noticed a new tire, the Hardshell. It is more expensive, but also says it is faster, yet a...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-03-09, 10:34 PM
Replies: 124
Views: 6,200
Posted By the shark

Please this is not two wrongs. I would have...

Please this is not two wrongs. I would have smashed that car as it is obvious it was a threat to cyclist. Cyclist wast not being a jerk. He should now have learned his lesson and hopefully leave...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-26-09, 09:28 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,392
Posted By the shark

I use the profile ones then added on the spring...

I use the profile ones then added on the spring loaded pads so they pop up out of the way to allow me to use the tops better for hills.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-26-09, 09:24 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 3,273
Posted By the shark

Way cool story and ride. George has to be the one...

Way cool story and ride. George has to be the one guy most people like in the sport. Love to have been there and way to not get dropped.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-15-09, 08:45 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,609
Posted By the shark

The issue is whether or not the person is...

The issue is whether or not the person is flexible. In my case I was not and had really tight hamstrings and could not touch toes easily etc. I felt it on the TT bike and as I got more flexible I...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-15-09, 06:13 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,609
Posted By the shark

I can say that a run class I did for a few months...

I can say that a run class I did for a few months helped me a ton with core and flexibility and it was a big difference on my TT bike - I was able to adjust to way more Aero position and stay in it.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-07-09, 04:35 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,486
Posted By the shark

Yeah - this could be a middle choice. Last night...

Yeah - this could be a middle choice. Last night I joined a competitive group ride I had not done in a while. I felt great after with all the endorphins in the system. Though I had my ass kicked it...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-06-09, 09:51 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,181
Posted By the shark

conti gatorskins - switched to these and no flats...

conti gatorskins - switched to these and no flats so far since March-2000 miles or so? had conti 4000 before but had flat issues. the gatorskins are bullet proof but a bit rough. have ridden over...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-29-09, 08:29 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,647
Posted By the shark

Maybe add in to help you to help you remember to...

Maybe add in to help you to help you remember to offer a kind smile/greeting to those you encounter also.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-22-09, 09:02 PM
Replies: 132
Views: 8,180
Posted By the shark

On a common loop in Austin - Dam loop - if you do...

On a common loop in Austin - Dam loop - if you do not cut around the big donwhill on 2222 it is pretty easy to hit 50-54. I take the lane - it is straight and does not feel that scary. Now I would...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-20-09, 09:43 PM
Replies: 398
Views: 96,658
Posted By the shark

http://blogs.usatoday.com/.a/6a00d83451b46269e2012...

http://blogs.usatoday.com/.a/6a00d83451b46269e20120a5573d67970b-popup

teri hatcher
Forum: Road Cycling
09-06-09, 05:01 PM
Replies: 300
Views: 65,434
Posted By the shark

But - when Lance resumed his professional cycling...

But - when Lance resumed his professional cycling career - he dropped all that upper body mass in a hurry and was about 20 lbs leaner.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-04-09, 01:20 PM
Replies: 300
Views: 65,434
Posted By the shark

This thready took on a life of its own. ...

This thready took on a life of its own.

Facts:

1) being lean/skinny in upper body and arms benefits most cyclist, but not necessarily a balanced body but one optimized for the sport.

2)...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-03-09, 08:28 PM
Replies: 300
Views: 65,434
Posted By the shark

Read the rest of my comments. Due to genetics and...

Read the rest of my comments. Due to genetics and 20 yrs plus of lifting, by cycling standards huge arms and upper body. This after loosing 20 lbs by riding/running. I also swim as I do triathlons....
Forum: Road Cycling
09-03-09, 08:16 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,631
Posted By the shark

You can specifically train to promote muscle...

You can specifically train to promote muscle growth by varying reps. Strength training is a way different protocol to body building. Though I had the body type to be a body builder, I would never...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-03-09, 07:38 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,631
Posted By the shark

I come from a weight lifting background and can...

I come from a weight lifting background and can tell you calves are the toughest muscle to grow and the most resistant to increase size. Forearms are also a tough on. It is ABSOLUTELY genetics. You...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-03-09, 07:31 PM
Replies: 300
Views: 65,434
Posted By the shark

Your comments are just to stir up crap and say...

Your comments are just to stir up crap and say you are better than skinny cyclist vs a cycling discussion.

I get my ass kicked every ride by guys with smaller builds especially on a hill. But that...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
08-28-09, 07:46 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,087
Posted By the shark

The real key on sports nutrition is to avoid...

The real key on sports nutrition is to avoid getting the glycogen stores depleted which can easily happen on back to back days. This requires eating and hydration prior to and after the workouts This...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
08-27-09, 08:53 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,087
Posted By the shark

what is wrong with a gatorade and protein powder...

what is wrong with a gatorade and protein powder mix recovery drink after a workout? the sugars are absorbed quickly ( good for replenshimnent) and then some added protein. 30 min later you eat a...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-23-09, 06:57 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 5,680
Posted By the shark

My neighbor fits the profile of this thread - 6...

My neighbor fits the profile of this thread - 6 4 and 167. I can not imagine much leaner than that unless a high schooler, but he is pretty broad shouldered. His cycling shorts can be loose though...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
08-20-09, 04:57 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 4,460
Posted By the shark

I need to check this venue out in person before...

I need to check this venue out in person before the season is over. As mentioned in the other thread my plan would be to have a mentor type help me.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
08-18-09, 09:58 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 4,194
Posted By the shark

I have not raced yet but had wanted to try it...

I have not raced yet but had wanted to try it this year.

I think the racing clinic iwould be key for me to do first. Also it would be beneficial to possibly assign new riders to a...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
08-17-09, 09:14 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 4,460
Posted By the shark

I rode a few times with him this summer on a Tu...

I rode a few times with him this summer on a Tu night ride with Lake Travis. Very low profile guy on more of a commuter bike with panniers and some aqua fina water bottles and old school clothes....
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
07-22-09, 05:08 PM
Replies: 3,163
Views: 145,457
Posted By the shark

AC is simply looking out for AC at this point. So...

AC is simply looking out for AC at this point. So is JB and LA and their new team and sponsors.
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-22-09, 05:01 PM
Replies: 520
Views: 22,489
Posted By the shark

Just like he did at Arcalis and Verbier, Contador...

Just like he did at Arcalis and Verbier, Contador is riding his own race. "

This sums it up right here. Astana is over as a team - JB and Lance are on to another team. AC is looking out for #1....
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