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Forum: Commuting
06-25-07, 07:20 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 548
Posted By wonkemtel

egg beater ?

I recently put crank bros candy C's on my new WW trike. It is a lot easier to clip in now and it might eliviate some of my hot foot/toes

can I use the crank bro's cleats on my old clipless...
Forum: Recumbent
06-18-07, 06:20 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,092
Posted By wonkemtel

I got some SPF 50 and some white running lycra...

I got some SPF 50 and some white running lycra pants as an extra layer of protection

Sometimes (on the 40 miler) it was the balls of my feet
sometimes (yesterday 22 miles) it was my toes
I...
Forum: Recumbent
06-16-07, 10:03 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,092
Posted By wonkemtel

Nike Kato III strap shoes I have some balance...

Nike Kato III strap shoes
I have some balance issues so would rather keep MTB shoes but will consider stiffer ones next time I buy
Forum: Recumbent
06-16-07, 06:10 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,092
Posted By wonkemtel

It's a WW Zoomer elite, not sure if that's...

It's a WW Zoomer elite, not sure if that's considered a high BB bike. after spending that money I love it and have to find a way to make this work.
Forum: Recumbent
06-16-07, 05:44 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,092
Posted By wonkemtel

burning feet and sunburn

These are two different issues.

I went on my longest ride (longest on a recumbent) yesterday of over 41 miles. The ride home was slow becasue I was in so much pain. My toes and bottom of my feet...
Forum: Commuting
06-03-07, 07:55 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 551
Posted By wonkemtel

still waiting for my rack but got 2 rides in, not...

still waiting for my rack but got 2 rides in, not sure how far about 2 hours. Computer working now (magnet in wrong place) can't commute until rack but need conditioning anyway

very comfortable....
Forum: Commuting
06-02-07, 06:44 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 551
Posted By wonkemtel

about 16+ miles into my ride I get...

about 16+ miles into my ride I get IVS-(inVoluntary smiling) This occured on the trike on the 2nd lap of the parking lot
Forum: Recumbent
06-02-07, 04:23 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 726
Posted By wonkemtel

rear rack for zoomer

Ive been told my trek interchange is a no go for my zommer trike, a WizW rack is on order, will I be able to use my trek panniers or are they too long and I have to fork out more$$$?
Forum: Commuting
06-02-07, 04:21 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 551
Posted By wonkemtel

my trek interchange is a no go, wizzwheels rack...

my trek interchange is a no go, wizzwheels rack wont be in until tuesday but hopping to pick it up and bring backk later I want my bike...almost ready yesterday
Forum: Commuting
05-31-07, 02:52 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 551
Posted By wonkemtel

Soon to be back to VLC -lawnchair style

I have had a back injuty --much better now and I will soon be back to the happy grind of commuting!!!
I bought my first new bike in 10+ years, something that should increase my saftey, speed on...
Forum: Recumbent
05-29-07, 09:19 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 857
Posted By wonkemtel

Zommer elite on the way

I should get it some time this week. I already own two lights for commuting, a planet bike alias and a blackburn X3 so a terracycle mount w/ wxtender + anotherone for my (AAA Battery backup light...
Forum: Recumbent
04-07-07, 05:47 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 939
Posted By wonkemtel

2? for trike consideration

To say considering is a lie. I was visiting a friend in IN and test
> rode a terra trike at a dealer in auburn IN or near there. I am
> hooked. I have to clean off the med bills from a hip surgery...
Forum: Commuting
04-07-07, 05:46 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 575
Posted By wonkemtel

considering a trike

To say considering is a lie. I was visiting a friend in IN and test rode a terra trike at a dealer in auburn IN or near there. I am hooked. I have to clean off the med bills from a hip surgery first....
Forum: Great Lakes
03-13-07, 06:09 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 710
Posted By wonkemtel

St Pat's Sunday ride 36 miles

Wheeling wheelment I think, starts in Wauconda IL. Anyone planning to do it?
Forum: Commuting
01-03-07, 11:34 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 656
Posted By wonkemtel

thanks for the thought but (shudder) I dont have...

thanks for the thought but (shudder) I dont have a road bike I have an old? rigid trek 7300
Forum: Commuting
01-03-07, 10:20 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 656
Posted By wonkemtel

minora swing grip for mor room and new gear

After and as a result of the holiday I got a illiminite winter jersey witch feels good and is warm, I don't really care if it's not very much brighter. It may be somewhat reflective...I have no...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-06-06, 01:11 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 3,537
Posted By wonkemtel

thanks for the input...I guess if it works for me...

thanks for the input...I guess if it works for me it works.


Step #1 I should get a pro bike fitting, I think that would help the issues Im having.
Forum: Commuting
12-06-06, 09:29 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 2,536
Posted By wonkemtel

Color, where is that? I go from Wauconda to...

Color, where is that? I go from Wauconda to Waukegan . Is that the libertyville path?

2) For those not in IL, I tried to call about the plowing and got a laughing response. I was told to get...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-06-06, 09:18 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 3,537
Posted By wonkemtel

Yor surgeon recomended an upright stem, anything...

Yor surgeon recomended an upright stem, anything else, I have a bionic hip too, but my doc maid no such recomendations.

A cycle-cross with an upright stem would be ok you think (eventually when...
Forum: Commuting
12-06-06, 08:15 AM
Replies: 1,226
Views: 311,001
Posted By wonkemtel

+1

+1
Forum: Commuting
11-08-06, 02:54 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,384
Posted By wonkemtel

I suspect I was the only lycra clad voter at my...

I suspect I was the only lycra clad voter at my pole...quite some looks from the silver hairs working the tables.
Forum: Commuting
11-08-06, 02:51 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,384
Posted By wonkemtel

Im still here...just feel inadequate after...

Im still here...just feel inadequate after averaging 1 time a week becase of mechanical breakdowns and late meetings. I dont have the batttery power to go in the dark both ways :(
Forum: Commuting
11-01-06, 07:29 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 264
Posted By wonkemtel

protect FD cable?

yeserday my FD cable broke again (2nd time in a year) and I think it may be because of my foot especially 13 1/2 answer boots in the cold, from when I get on and off (becasue of bad hip I lay bike...
Forum: Commuting
10-26-06, 07:19 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 3,478
Posted By wonkemtel

PBR tastes better than gasoline.[/QUOTE] ...

PBR tastes better than gasoline.[/QUOTE]

maybe but not by much
Forum: Commuting
10-25-06, 01:11 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 3,478
Posted By wonkemtel

At 33 years old I am less than 2 years into my...

At 33 years old I am less than 2 years into my new life. That happend on June 16th over a year ago when I got my new hip. After years of pain from misalighnment caused by my mild CP I have much...
Forum: Commuting
10-11-06, 04:42 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 4,769
Posted By wonkemtel

missed today 5/7 let's get back on it...

missed today


5/7 let's get back on it lazy bones (to self)
Forum: Commuting
10-08-06, 06:03 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 700
Posted By wonkemtel

[ my new waterproof breatheable gloves proved to...

[ my new waterproof breatheable gloves proved to be just that and my wool socks kept my feet warm so all in all I learned a couple of things

what gloves howm much and wear aquired if I may ask...
Forum: Commuting
10-04-06, 09:59 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 4,769
Posted By wonkemtel

I'll join iin. I was hoping for a perfect month...

I'll join iin. I was hoping for a perfect month but am now 2/3 becasue wife wished I not ride in lightning storm. I hope to ride over 50% a week. Hopefully more. we will see.

Do you guys ride...
Forum: Commuting
10-04-06, 09:56 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 886
Posted By wonkemtel

I like domestic harmoony so figure out how much...

I like domestic harmoony so figure out how much you save in gas and agree to pay back the $400 for a newer and safer bike but say that when it's "paid back" the money can actually be spent on...
Forum: Commuting
10-03-06, 11:07 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 1,640
Posted By wonkemtel

Last week was only monday. 2/2 this week. Very...

Last week was only monday. 2/2 this week. Very wet and dark and foggy this morning. Almost crashed into 3 dogs and owner splayed across the trail. Then I was caught on the left by a train of...
Forum: Commuting
10-02-06, 10:18 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 551
Posted By wonkemtel

Nashbar's noframe lenses in yellow for about 8...

Nashbar's noframe lenses in yellow for about 8 bucks. Probably not near as good as polorized but cuts down on glare of headlights.
Forum: Great Lakes
09-29-06, 06:09 AM
Replies: 225
Views: 6,412
Posted By wonkemtel

sorrry, family obligations, hopefully tjere will...

sorrry, family obligations, hopefully tjere will be a next time.
Forum: Commuting
09-26-06, 08:04 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 613
Posted By wonkemtel

just happy you are trying

I am still working out my visibility but I beleive it is crucial. I remain worried of all the stealth runners I almost clobber on my way in who have NO lighting at all. I can't afford a HID and Im...
Forum: Commuting
09-25-06, 07:04 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 338
Posted By wonkemtel

offering small reward for blinkie

I lost one of my blinkies (trek) that was clipped to the strap provided for the purpose. I believe I was on the trail in Libertyville not too far from Culvers sometime around 6AM. One person said...
Forum: Great Lakes
09-22-06, 08:21 PM
Replies: 225
Views: 6,412
Posted By wonkemtel

I took most of the week off the bike but am still...

I took most of the week off the bike but am still have sore ribs and tired but I want to get my passion back and consider the ride...If I do will I be the only one on a hybrid?
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-20-06, 06:29 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 504
Posted By wonkemtel

need to know lbs to test folders

I have a friend that called me and asked if my lbs had folders to test ride. He wants to ride 1 mile to the train and has 2.5-3 miles from the train to work. he is N.E illinois Mundelein Area. ...
Forum: Commuting
09-19-06, 11:52 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 573
Posted By wonkemtel

Thanks for the replies. I just hate driving but...

Thanks for the replies. I just hate driving but yeah I guess I needed to drive tiday.. Yesterday was a 23-31 mph headwind for all but 5 miles and my ribs are still sore/healing from my crash.

I...
Forum: Commuting
09-19-06, 10:54 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 573
Posted By wonkemtel

2 ? tape and ok to take days off

I have been really inspired by the VLCC, my commute is about 21.5 or more each way. The problem I am having is I am really tired. I guess I just want some people to say suck it up or hey it's ok...
Forum: Great Lakes
09-14-06, 07:29 PM
Replies: 225
Views: 6,412
Posted By wonkemtel

Longets I've done is just over a metyric and I...

Longets I've done is just over a metyric and I don't think I avg even 12 mph! but Ive been commuting over 42 miles a day. I'll see if my bruised ribs have healed before then. How many days would...
Forum: Commuting
09-14-06, 06:53 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 564
Posted By wonkemtel

Not wishing to start a debate. I was in the bike...

Not wishing to start a debate. I was in the bike path. I was prepared to stop but after eye contact and him stopping I proceeded.
Forum: Commuting
09-13-06, 06:03 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 564
Posted By wonkemtel

First car (truck collision)

Two days ago, sadly, I drove. Yesterday it rained the whole way in but a nice mist that made it musty and hard to see. Anyway, that was OK. I haven't been feeling energized much or motivated but...
Forum: Commuting
09-05-06, 06:59 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,310
Posted By wonkemtel

Old Trek 7300 *beore suspension. LAst week was...

Old Trek 7300 *beore suspension. LAst week was my first ever 5 day by bike (been commuting since may) but my handlebars seem stripped. Loose a long timeago and LBS locktited them and they have been...
Forum: Commuting
08-25-06, 08:24 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,429
Posted By wonkemtel

At least something with vents would help no? ...

At least something with vents would help no? Somebody is willing to pay the money for material they claim lets sweat out (water vapor smaller than rain water ) and keeping water out or am I wrong? ...
Forum: Commuting
08-25-06, 07:58 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,429
Posted By wonkemtel

Rain coat

I have one (14$ performace) but I need something breathable as it's gross to stew in your own sweat. ANy opinions on the Burley Rock Point...don't know for shipping but $109 seems like a good deal?...
Forum: Commuting
08-21-06, 07:35 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,921
Posted By wonkemtel

I sypathyze...gas near Chicago has been over $3...

I sypathyze...gas near Chicago has been over $3 for a long time...up to 325. I am a guy and I get freaked out at night....night commute for 2nd job. I got mor light and I just try to seem focused...
Forum: Commuting
08-11-06, 05:54 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,546
Posted By wonkemtel

Just wanted to say Im back, hope all are doing...

Just wanted to say Im back, hope all are doing well. MY PART TIME JOB HAS STARTED UO AND REGULAR WILL BE AT END OF MONTH. sorry for caps

I'm still hobbling a bit from my endo crash at the...
Forum: Commuting
06-30-06, 10:26 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 764
Posted By wonkemtel

More later I hope just wanted to say hi...got the...

More later I hope just wanted to say hi...got the bike back and now have a matching rim to the rear I had to replace not too long ago. Last Sunday 50+ miles into a metric century down a monster hill...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-10-06, 05:40 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,240
Posted By wonkemtel

I must hold off as commuting 4+ days a week has...

I must hold off as commuting 4+ days a week has given me spme undercarriage sores and I need to rest, my old riding partner will be visiting soon so maybe a century or a little less on the Ill...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-09-06, 07:43 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 409
Posted By wonkemtel

obsesive xompulsive poeseur...more concerned with...

obsesive xompulsive poeseur...more concerned with apperance, equipment, kit (outfit) than having real legs. Somrtimes self described in self defacing humor way. Sticky...put at top of thread list...
Forum: Commuting
06-09-06, 07:36 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 2,392
Posted By wonkemtel

Ehats a good looking rig Cig, wish I had room for...

Ehats a good looking rig Cig, wish I had room for a frame pump, which do you havve and will it work on shrader valves, I neeed to learn more and clean up the routing of my cables esp for the batt of...
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