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Forum: Northern California
12-03-14, 12:00 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,822
Posted By Brodie01

Up here in Burney where it has been as low as 16,...

Up here in Burney where it has been as low as 16, but I mostly wait until it's in the high 30's to low 40's before I go out and ride. I have been wearing leg warmers, base layer upper, insulated...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-25-14, 11:41 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 4,097
Posted By Brodie01

Recently I finally wore out the original tires...

Recently I finally wore out the original tires that came with the Windsor. I went to my lbs and bought a set of tires that they recommended. They were folding tires and flat resistence. It was...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-19-14, 10:28 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,867
Posted By Brodie01

Good point. However, I had both my hands on the...

Good point. However, I had both my hands on the handlebars when I hit the ground.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-18-14, 10:15 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,867
Posted By Brodie01

Today marks the second day I am back to riding my...

Today marks the second day I am back to riding my bike. It felt a little scary the first day, but today I felt very confident clipped in on my bike. Both days my shoulder feels pretty tired at the...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-13-14, 11:14 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,867
Posted By Brodie01

Separated Shoulder from tip over.

It's been a week and a half and I am depressed about not riding. I have a level 3 separation. I go to the doctor this coming Tuesday for a follow up appointment. My recovery has progressed quite a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-02-14, 12:39 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 616
Posted By Brodie01

10 speed RD on a 9 speed cluster

Can I use a 10 speed Shamano Ultegra rear derailer on my 9 speed cluster and shifter (all Shamano Ultegra set)? Is it just a matter of adjusting the overall range to nine speed width?
Forum: Northern California
06-02-14, 10:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,208
Posted By Brodie01

We finally made a weekend trip to Reno in our...

We finally made a weekend trip to Reno in our motorhome. I brought my older Trek along because I don't mind hanging it on a bike rack that hangs from the roof ladder. I rode the first two days on the...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-25-14, 10:52 PM
Replies: 27,131
Views: 3,120,858
Posted By Brodie01

40 miles today, out and back. The ride included a...

40 miles today, out and back. The ride included a nice ride around a scenic mountain lake. 2168' elevation climb, averaged 12.8 mph.
I didn't feel like I had much energy, put I pushed through. Days...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-21-14, 10:58 PM
Replies: 27,131
Views: 3,120,858
Posted By Brodie01

Yesterday I started out thinking I would ride a...

Yesterday I started out thinking I would ride a 25 mile loop I have ridden several times. I've pushed my mileage up since signing up for the National Bicycle Challenge. So, as I started this loop I...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-19-14, 08:12 PM
Replies: 27,131
Views: 3,120,858
Posted By Brodie01

Yesterday I had a fantastic and unique ride. Each...

Yesterday I had a fantastic and unique ride. Each year Lassen National Park closes the park road due to winter conditions including deep snow. With that they reopen the park in the late spring...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-07-14, 09:11 AM
Replies: 109
Views: 6,239
Posted By Brodie01

I don't think any posting should be moved without...

I don't think any posting should be moved without the permission of the OP. The job of the moderator should only be keeping things civil.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-29-14, 11:35 PM
Replies: 27,131
Views: 3,120,858
Posted By Brodie01

I rode my 20 mile route today and set my best...

I rode my 20 mile route today and set my best time so far. I am wondering if my improvements are a result of my training or the warmer weather. I feel stronger each week.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-25-14, 10:25 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 8,755
Posted By Brodie01

I planned my retirement to include the company's...

I planned my retirement to include the company's pension, my 401k plan and SSA. We are very comfortable with our retirement. Just recently I started riding my bicycle (s) and wouldn't have time to...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-20-14, 10:15 PM
Replies: 27,131
Views: 3,120,858
Posted By Brodie01

14 miles today. 4 miles up a 7% grade. I bettered...

14 miles today. 4 miles up a 7% grade. I bettered my last time by 12 minutes from January 1.
Forum: Northern California
04-18-14, 10:27 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,208
Posted By Brodie01

Thanks so much for the reply and info. I will...

Thanks so much for the reply and info. I will look up the bikeway link.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-14, 09:26 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 9,522
Posted By Brodie01

Sent $20.

Sent $20.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-13-14, 09:31 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 9,522
Posted By Brodie01

His site helped me a great deal identifying my...

His site helped me a great deal identifying my Trek. I would like to donate $10. Hopefully we can use PayPal to make our donation.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-12-14, 09:13 PM
Replies: 27,131
Views: 3,120,858
Posted By Brodie01

I rode 28 miles today. My route took me out to a...

I rode 28 miles today. My route took me out to a lake (Lake Britton) in Nor Cal. It was 75 degrees F and the second day of wearing shorts. It was a great day for a ride.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-14, 10:30 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 6,061
Posted By Brodie01

I think to OP meant to ask if anyone can tell him...

I think to OP meant to ask if anyone can tell him how to convert DT shifters to shifters such as the modern day brifters. And after all the BS from you all, he is to embarrassed to respond.
Forum: Northern California
04-04-14, 10:16 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,208
Posted By Brodie01

Safe ride routes in the Reno area.

My wife and I occasionally take our motorhome to Reno and stay at the GSR RV park. I'm thinking of bringing my bike over from now on and would like to know of any safe bike routes to ride from the RV...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-24-14, 10:45 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,668
Posted By Brodie01

I say the most important thing to do is be...

I say the most important thing to do is be yourself. Don't try to be someone/something you're not. You want to know if you are a good fit for the job and the people, so being yourself allows the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-20-14, 12:30 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,198
Posted By Brodie01

You're right I meant shade tree mechanic.

You're right I meant shade tree mechanic.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-18-14, 07:50 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,198
Posted By Brodie01

I used to hang out on a BMW motorcycle forum and...

I used to hang out on a BMW motorcycle forum and they used to put on "tech days". Someone would post notice that on a given day they would be willing to host a tech day at their garage and members...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
02-18-14, 11:06 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,037
Posted By Brodie01

It would be nice if they just stopped using glass...

It would be nice if they just stopped using glass for all the beverages.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-16-14, 10:59 PM
Replies: 27,131
Views: 3,120,858
Posted By Brodie01

Rode thirty four miles today. A head wind kicked...

Rode thirty four miles today. A head wind kicked my butt for the first 16 miles, then pushed me for the next 12 miles but I had small climbs that kept my speeds down. It wasn't my best speed and...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-13-14, 03:46 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 4,097
Posted By Brodie01

Well, you can't find conclusive evidence with...

Well, you can't find conclusive evidence with just one ride, but today's ride was fantastic. I moved the seat forward one inch, bringing it to the same measurement as the Trek and it felt great. My...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-13-14, 03:45 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 6,664
Posted By Brodie01

Well, you can't find conclusive evidence with...

Well, you can't find conclusive evidence with just one ride, but today's ride was fantastic. I moved the seat forward one inch, bringing it to the same measurement as the Trek and it felt great. My...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-13-14, 12:06 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 4,097
Posted By Brodie01

Ok, I'm done with all this.

Ok, I'm done with all this.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-13-14, 10:26 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 4,097
Posted By Brodie01

At this point I think you all have given me...

At this point I think you all have given me enough information to solve my issue. I will post the results when I do solve the differences between the two bikes.
In the interest of answering the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-13-14, 10:18 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 6,664
Posted By Brodie01

At this point I think you all have given me...

At this point I think you all have given me enough information to solve my issue. I will post the results when I do solve the differences between the two bikes.
In the interest of answering the...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-13-14, 02:56 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 4,097
Posted By Brodie01

I weighed the bikes tonight and was very...

I weighed the bikes tonight and was very surprised to find:
Windsor- 22lbs
Trek- 23lbs
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-13-14, 02:47 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 6,664
Posted By Brodie01

Interesting, I weighed the bikes tonight and...

Interesting, I weighed the bikes tonight and surprise, the Windsor weighs 22lbs, the Trek weighs 23lbs.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-13-14, 12:17 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 6,664
Posted By Brodie01

Thanks to you all, it simply amazes me the depth...

Thanks to you all, it simply amazes me the depth of knowledge on this board. I probably will look for new wheel sets and tires.

Some have mentioned regreasing the bearings, it is my understanding...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-12-14, 12:57 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 4,097
Posted By Brodie01

You are right about the seat setback. I adjusted...

You are right about the seat setback. I adjusted the seat forward on the Windsor this morning and brought my average speed up to 14.7 mph. That's much better, but I will need to see more data to...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-12-14, 12:53 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 4,097
Posted By Brodie01

I use a smartphone app called Runtastic, it...

I use a smartphone app called Runtastic, it tracks speed, duration, pace and much more. I probably have a month of tracking on the two bikes and much of it on the same course.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-12-14, 12:47 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 6,664
Posted By Brodie01

I use a smartphone app (runtastic) that tracks my...

I use a smartphone app (runtastic) that tracks my course, duration, ave. speed, pace per mile, and other stuff. It varies from day to day because of the environmental conditions, but I clearly see a...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-12-14, 08:48 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 4,097
Posted By Brodie01

I posted the measurements because someone...

I posted the measurements because someone suggested it, I've read and watched enough online videos to show me how to fit myself to the bike, I think I've got that. Riding and setting up bikes is like...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-11-14, 11:00 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 4,097
Posted By Brodie01

Both crank arms are 170, tires on the Trek are...

Both crank arms are 170, tires on the Trek are 700/28, tires on the Windsor are 700/25.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-11-14, 10:56 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 4,097
Posted By Brodie01

Some things that jump out to me are: chain stays...

Some things that jump out to me are: chain stays are about an inch longer and I am a little more stretched out on the Windsor.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-11-14, 10:52 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 4,097
Posted By Brodie01

I am attaching a photo of the measurement sheet I...

I am attaching a photo of the measurement sheet I just drew up. Not sure how well it will read.

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Forum: Road Cycling
02-11-14, 10:20 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 4,097
Posted By Brodie01

Ok, I took some pictures tonight. ...

Ok, I took some pictures tonight.

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The most obvious difference I can see is the height of the handlebars. The Trek bars are a couple of inches higher.

The chain stays are...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-11-14, 09:06 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 4,097
Posted By Brodie01

Fantastic replies everyone, I am amazed at the...

Fantastic replies everyone, I am amazed at the suggestions. I really really appreciate all the comments.

I basically took up this sport for the exercise I need to control my blood sugar levels, I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-11-14, 08:57 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 6,664
Posted By Brodie01

Yes, I doulbe posted this thread. Upon further...

Yes, I doulbe posted this thread. Upon further thinking I thought this would be a better place to address my questions than on the Road Bike section.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-11-14, 08:53 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 4,097
Posted By Brodie01

Here are some questions about the two bikes I...

Here are some questions about the two bikes I have, are the Trek rims better quality and could they have better rolling quality? Could the bearings on the Trek be a better quality and roll better?...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-11-14, 08:48 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 4,097
Posted By Brodie01

At first I played around with different handlebar...

At first I played around with different handlebar positions, eventually I settled on the top to be flat with the ground. I was looking to make a higher handlebar position, but eventually decided that...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-11-14, 08:44 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 4,097
Posted By Brodie01

You're right, at the time I took the picture, the...

You're right, at the time I took the picture, the Windsor seat was lower than it is now. From the center of the crank to the top of the seat it is 31 inches. On both bikes I have moved the seat...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-11-14, 08:37 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 4,097
Posted By Brodie01

Very interesting. I would never have thought...

Very interesting. I would never have thought about fit.

The comment about the Trek being a bigger bike is very true. The Trek is about a 64cm and the Windsor is a 59cm. I am a bit of a odd...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-11-14, 08:20 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 6,664
Posted By Brodie01

Why is the older bike faster than my new bike?

Why is the older bike faster?

I originally posted this in the road bike section, but after further thoughts about it I decided it might be more appropriate in this section.





I have two...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-11-14, 08:12 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 4,097
Posted By Brodie01

Why is the older bike faster?

I have two road bikes that I ride regularly, a brand new Windsor Wellington 3.0 and a 1987 Trek Elance 400. The Trek is faster than the Windsor by about 10 to 15 %. On my regular daily ride which is...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-10-14, 10:09 PM
Replies: 27,131
Views: 3,120,858
Posted By Brodie01

363807363808363809 The last photo was taken...

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The last photo was taken at an earlier date, but I wanted to show this wonderful small town store that I just love. It is such a throw back to earlier times in this farming...
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