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03-28-24, 06:45 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 628
Posted By CAT7RDR

E-bikes, for those that can't perform when 'tis...

E-bikes, for those that can't perform when 'tis time to strike while the iron is still hot. :eek:
03-27-24, 06:58 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 460
Posted By CAT7RDR

If flats are a persistent problem, you need a...

If flats are a persistent problem, you need a more robust tire like a touring tire instead of a road tire.
There are dozens on the market. You will pay a weight penalty but I like the Schwalbe...
03-26-24, 09:03 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 352
Posted By CAT7RDR

I'm guessing you are single?

I'm guessing you are single?
03-24-24, 07:34 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 661
Posted By CAT7RDR

Look into the Endura Pro SL line on ebay. They...

Look into the Endura Pro SL line on ebay.
They are MSRP in the $150-$200 range but can be had for $70-$100 if patient.
Love the chamois for long rides and the compression is better than any econo...
03-24-24, 06:38 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 356
Posted By CAT7RDR

If it is manufactured in Europe or the Far East,...

If it is manufactured in Europe or the Far East, plan on sizing up at least one size and possibly two for jerseys.
Even when in good cycling shape, at 6'2" 200 lbs, XL with a club fit will be tight...
03-22-24, 04:57 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,000
Posted By CAT7RDR

Gerbils

Gerbils
03-22-24, 07:15 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,000
Posted By CAT7RDR

I live in the hills. I use them all on my main...

I live in the hills.
I use them all on my main bike 44-34-24, 12-34.
03-20-24, 06:37 PM
Replies: 343
Views: 7,637
Posted By CAT7RDR

I'm 60 y/o with 3 usable bikes and no cars with...

I'm 60 y/o with 3 usable bikes and no cars with zero plans on buying another bike or vehicle the rest of my life.
With one exception: a cargo e-bike for my 80th birthday that can burn rubber on the...
03-18-24, 08:48 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,117
Posted By CAT7RDR

Even my simple Cateye Padrone is a constant...

Even my simple Cateye Padrone is a constant reminder I'm not pushing hard enough rather than just enjoying the ride.
03-14-24, 05:06 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 3,827
Posted By CAT7RDR

Wear SPD shoes/cleats or Chuck Taylors and...

Wear SPD shoes/cleats or Chuck Taylors and hike-a-bike if you run into problems and do not have the tools or care.
Once rode/walked 5 miles because of a broken chain but lucked out because I was...
03-14-24, 11:07 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,343
Posted By CAT7RDR

I've only completed a handful of flat centuries...

I've only completed a handful of flat centuries and none recently.
What I do recall, is make sure you keep a schedule to hydrate and fuel your ride.
Find out what works for you on say a 100 KM...
03-12-24, 09:52 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 1,794
Posted By CAT7RDR

Railroad Tracks crossings and not taking the...

Railroad Tracks crossings and not taking the proper angle. Ouch!!!
Young women texting while speeding and side swiping me.
My own poor personal judgment to press on when I am in heat exhaustion or...
03-12-24, 08:53 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 2,005
Posted By CAT7RDR

Humans are keen on deciphering what's wrong? ...

Humans are keen on deciphering what's wrong?
Call it intuition, emotional intelligence, pre-cognition or gut instinct; there are several modes of intelligence and the use of perceptions and...
03-11-24, 08:50 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 3,657
Posted By CAT7RDR

On a side note: I really enjoy my Kestrel RT-1000...

On a side note: I really enjoy my Kestrel RT-1000 carbon frame/fork Ultegra 6800 endurance bike.
Kestrel went out of business but did introduce the first carbon framed road bike in 1987 with the...
03-11-24, 08:08 AM
Replies: 2,850
Views: 352,246
Posted By CAT7RDR

I think the 30% was an anomaly and that short...

I think the 30% was an anomaly and that short stretch usually tops out at 20%. The last stretch on Punta del Este tops out at 24% before a 30%+ dirt hill to a fire lookout once through the gate.
03-10-24, 04:46 PM
Replies: 2,850
Views: 352,246
Posted By CAT7RDR

Not a good winter for me due to getting sick a...

Not a good winter for me due to getting sick a few times and home remodeling eating away riding time.
Huffed and puffed for 30 miles and 3.8K of climb in La Habra Hgts and Whittier Hills.
Just glad...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-10-24, 04:22 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 825
Posted By CAT7RDR

Last time I sprinted was at about 25-26 mph for 5...

Last time I sprinted was at about 25-26 mph for 5 miles against an onshore breeze with a tri-bike on my butt.
I rarely do max efforts unless finishing a climb.
03-08-24, 09:36 AM
Replies: 142
Views: 3,344
Posted By CAT7RDR

Primarily slow spin in the 80 rpm range but will...

Primarily slow spin in the 80 rpm range but will frequently stand for about 20-40 pedals to work different muscles and give my behind a break.
Much depends on the steepness of the grade and length....
03-07-24, 08:46 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 2,005
Posted By CAT7RDR

If you are serious about fit and comfort,...

If you are serious about fit and comfort, purchase a nice pair of bib shorts and just wear a MTB nylon shell type short over it.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-04-24, 09:39 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 8,002
Posted By CAT7RDR

Here is the just released second interview on the...

Here is the just released second interview on the Roadman Podcast.
Only caught the first 10 minutes but wanted to alert the forum.

LeMond - "True Story About Why I Quit Cycling" | Omerta Busted
03-04-24, 09:43 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 908
Posted By CAT7RDR

Yep! I just see them as another type of...

Yep! I just see them as another type of motorcycle. They belong on the road and not on MUPS if they are cruising at 30-40 mph.
For those that honestly just need a 100 watt boost to get up over a...
03-02-24, 07:09 PM
Replies: 392
Views: 20,766
Posted By CAT7RDR

You might checkout John and Mira's setup? ...

You might checkout John and Mira's setup?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u70pCU3slOQ
03-02-24, 05:17 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 2,584
Posted By CAT7RDR

I have a Kestrel with Ultegra 6800 and when I...

I have a Kestrel with Ultegra 6800 and when I went from a 11-28 to a new 8000 GS rear mech and an 11-34 cassette the shifting was noticeably rougher in the 27-30-34 shifts.
I learned to live with it...
02-28-24, 11:04 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,231
Posted By CAT7RDR

Take care of yourself Larry. Skin cancer is no...

Take care of yourself Larry.
Skin cancer is no joke going shirtless.
I'm getting a half-dollar sized growth removed next week from my left leg.
02-28-24, 08:03 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 568
Posted By CAT7RDR

When I started carrying pepper gel after a...

When I started carrying pepper gel after a confrontation with a very aggressive Rottweiler, I just packed it in my dominant hand rear jersey pocket.
It stayed put and I only had to remove it once...
02-28-24, 07:50 AM
Replies: 392
Views: 20,766
Posted By CAT7RDR

When the straps are the correct length for my...

When the straps are the correct length for my torso, I prefer bibs for overall comfort.
If the straps are short and they press tightly on my shoulders, I will only wear that specific bibshort for...
02-27-24, 09:10 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 318
Posted By CAT7RDR

Just remember there are still service vehicles...

Just remember there are still service vehicles out and about on GMR-GRR even when all the gates are closed.
02-27-24, 02:20 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 990
Posted By CAT7RDR

Had it twice the most recent over Christmas 2023...

Had it twice the most recent over Christmas 2023 and in February 2020.
No jabs for me and no long lasting effects other than lost conditioning I'm still working on from January 2024.
First round...
02-25-24, 05:02 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,085
Posted By CAT7RDR

For $50, I would drink from it everyday and twice...

For $50, I would drink from it everyday and twice on Sunday.
02-24-24, 10:57 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,631
Posted By CAT7RDR

As with any substantial surgery, I would be just...

As with any substantial surgery, I would be just as concerned about the effects of anesthesia, stress on your heart and infections.
Going through this right now with my 87 y/o father with foot...
02-22-24, 08:43 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 512
Posted By CAT7RDR

Please do. We need a pre and post video...

Please do.
We need a pre and post video account of its effectiveness.
Who knows?

For the record, I would not even use this product on a flat car tire without a tube because of the mess it...
02-22-24, 08:39 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 2,816
Posted By CAT7RDR

"On your left." I cannot fix societal...

"On your left."

I cannot fix societal problems that women need to be highly cautious (fearful) of men in general.
02-21-24, 01:35 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 609
Posted By CAT7RDR

The Green Guards, after two years, have had zero...

The Green Guards, after two years, have had zero flats and certainly should have with the $#!^ I have run over.
02-20-24, 06:24 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,074
Posted By CAT7RDR

I wash my bibshorts on the cold water gentle...

I wash my bibshorts on the cold water gentle cycle and use a clear detergent with Lysol Laundry Sanitizer Sport in the rinse cycle.
Hang dry indoors and no problems with this regimen.
02-20-24, 02:36 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 609
Posted By CAT7RDR

So going by the Slime website for a 2"x29" tire I...

So going by the Slime website for a 2"x29" tire I would need about 7-8 ounces per tire.
Perhaps that 7-8 ounces per tire would be better suited for a more robust tire?
02-19-24, 11:23 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 1,967
Posted By CAT7RDR

Sounds like you put on a lot of miles and the...

Sounds like you put on a lot of miles and the stress/fatigue on parts is an unwelcomed outcome?
My only preventable mechanical failure that derailed a ride was a saddle assembly falling off the...
02-18-24, 05:58 PM
Replies: 2,850
Views: 352,246
Posted By CAT7RDR

Thought about riding up to the Santa Fe Dam but...

Thought about riding up to the Santa Fe Dam but why when I can have the Whittier Hills to mostly myself?
Started mostly cloudy and ended in partly sunny in the 60's. Building back up for a 60 mile...
02-17-24, 07:55 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 852
Posted By CAT7RDR

I was waiting for "you crash it, you bought it"...

I was waiting for "you crash it, you bought it" phrase.
02-15-24, 08:10 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,841
Posted By CAT7RDR

I have a 2014 Trek Marlin 6 for ten years and...

I have a 2014 Trek Marlin 6 for ten years and beside wearing out brakes and drivetrain parts it has 30K on the clock without a hiccup.
Built like a tank.
02-14-24, 07:00 PM
Replies: 279
Views: 8,151
Posted By CAT7RDR

I just like using compressed air to blow off the...

I just like using compressed air to blow off the disc brake dust.
02-12-24, 01:58 PM
Replies: 131
Views: 5,018
Posted By CAT7RDR

if I steam some broccoli, being pedantic, it is...

if I steam some broccoli, being pedantic, it is processed? No?
Prepackaged Kale salads are processed?
It is the preservatives and added enhancers like gums I try to avoid.
02-12-24, 01:29 PM
Replies: 208
Views: 5,822
Posted By CAT7RDR

Went for a ride and returned about Noon to get...

Went for a ride and returned about Noon to get off the roads before the early drunks and drug abusers took over.
Watched the game with my 87 y/o Pops.
I admit, for an OT game, this was a borefest.
02-12-24, 01:22 PM
Replies: 2,850
Views: 352,246
Posted By CAT7RDR

That is just plain NUTZ! Looks like 30%? Angles...

That is just plain NUTZ!
Looks like 30%? Angles can be deceiving. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-11-24, 09:21 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,056
Posted By CAT7RDR

Just for the record OP, Ultegra 6800 mechanical...

Just for the record OP, Ultegra 6800 mechanical is 11 speed while current Tiagra is 10 speed if that matters to you?
02-11-24, 03:41 PM
Replies: 2,850
Views: 352,246
Posted By CAT7RDR

I'm the old fat guy that usually rides a rigid...

I'm the old fat guy that usually rides a rigid Trek MTB with two flashers front and back because the last words I never want to hear in life is, "I never saw you. " :D
02-11-24, 02:44 PM
Replies: 2,850
Views: 352,246
Posted By CAT7RDR

Still getting back into the groove of riding on a...

Still getting back into the groove of riding on a sunny brisk morning.
22 miles and 2.9K of climb in Turnbull Canyon.
https://ridewithgps.com/trips/146610417...
02-09-24, 10:34 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,400
Posted By CAT7RDR

That's why I'm only Cat 7. I cannot keep up...

That's why I'm only Cat 7.
I cannot keep up with the Cat 6 commuter crowd.
02-09-24, 07:40 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,968
Posted By CAT7RDR

A modern fitness watch is in my near future. My...

A modern fitness watch is in my near future.
My vivoactive has finally passed.
Thanks for the idea/link.
02-07-24, 05:13 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,968
Posted By CAT7RDR

it wasn't your time to go. I ride solo 99% of...

it wasn't your time to go.
I ride solo 99% of the time but realize at 60 y/o, having a riding buddy or group would be wise.

Edit: I was involved in an accident from a dropped chain and flipping...
02-07-24, 09:06 AM
Replies: 113
Views: 4,224
Posted By CAT7RDR

I would think pain tolerance and joint...

I would think pain tolerance and joint fatigue/inflammation is very individual as well as boredom.
For instance, in my youth I could play four hours of fast paced full court pickup basketball and...
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