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Forum: Pills and Ills
03-16-21, 11:55 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,897
Posted By WonderMonkey

Just got back from the ortho. As is usual, he...

Just got back from the ortho. As is usual, he listened to my self-diagnosis and said (not as common) "Yes, that's it" and went on with some details on how it all works, why it may go wrong, etc. ...
Forum: Pills and Ills
03-16-21, 07:27 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,897
Posted By WonderMonkey

Thanks! I'll digest that.

Thanks! I'll digest that.
Forum: Pills and Ills
03-15-21, 08:02 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,897
Posted By WonderMonkey

Riding OEM is good! It gives you room for...

Riding OEM is good! It gives you room for "whatever" later in life if you need it. I know that each time a cleanout is done, I'm one step closer to after-market.

My current setup was a...
Forum: Pills and Ills
03-15-21, 06:52 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,897
Posted By WonderMonkey

Did you use wedges to get your feet position...

Did you use wedges to get your feet position correct? One of the videos I was watching spoke about him changing his cleat angle which in turn changed the angle of his knee. I do currently try to...
Forum: Pills and Ills
03-15-21, 06:49 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,897
Posted By WonderMonkey

Oh I have imbalances, for sure, and have been...

Oh I have imbalances, for sure, and have been working on them. I sit all day for work and it's caused a bunch of that. Just a few months ago I changed my lower body to hamstring first, and have...
Forum: Pills and Ills
03-15-21, 06:45 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,897
Posted By WonderMonkey

I REALLY appreciate you reposting that...

I REALLY appreciate you reposting that information. It matches some of my reading. I can say after my last surgery on my knee, my ortho convinced me to keep my knees warm on ALL of my activities,...
Forum: Pills and Ills
03-15-21, 05:57 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,897
Posted By WonderMonkey

I'll certainly look towards PT first. I've found...

I'll certainly look towards PT first. I've found several "I had that and this is what helped me" articles and valid videos, and I've already started a few of the stretches and will include other...
Forum: Pills and Ills
03-15-21, 05:53 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,897
Posted By WonderMonkey

You are right! Much better place for it. Thanks.

You are right! Much better place for it. Thanks.
Forum: Pills and Ills
03-15-21, 03:09 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,579
Posted By WonderMonkey

I've always thought the Burley Travoy would make...

I've always thought the Burley Travoy would make a fine golf bag transport.
https://www.burley.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/1-Travoy-Black-MAIN-900x900.jpg
Forum: Pills and Ills
03-15-21, 02:55 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,897
Posted By WonderMonkey

I do ride with clipless and I've wondered if that...

I do ride with clipless and I've wondered if that would take the pressure off things, but I wasn't sure. I'd like to do things with a bit thinking that it's a common fix, or it helps, etc. However,...
Forum: Pills and Ills
03-15-21, 02:00 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,897
Posted By WonderMonkey

Did you have pain off the bike before you had the...

Did you have pain off the bike before you had the latest surgery?
Forum: Pills and Ills
03-15-21, 01:48 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,897
Posted By WonderMonkey

Knee Pain! Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome

I have knee pain in the front of my left knee. It feels like it under the cap, left of center. I've got an appointment with my sports ortho guy tomorrow.

The pain starts as soon as I pedal and it...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-13-21, 08:48 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 10,745
Posted By WonderMonkey

I have two rings on my bike. I use the smaller...

I have two rings on my bike. I use the smaller one to warm up and then the larger one when I'm on the flats. If there is an incline then it depends on the grade and how I'm feeling.
Forum: Commuting
03-09-21, 01:59 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,700
Posted By WonderMonkey

My road bike is certainly the fastest. It is...

My road bike is certainly the fastest. It is lighter but also I'm in a more aerodynamic aggressive riding position.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-07-21, 02:50 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,201
Posted By WonderMonkey

Wow! So glad you were using the monitor and was...

Wow! So glad you were using the monitor and was eventually convinced the equipment was working and the result was a visit to your doctor.

Makes me think a bit!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-07-21, 11:15 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 7,065
Posted By WonderMonkey

Total 42.02 mi To Goal 157.98 mi 3/3/2021...

Total 42.02 mi
To Goal 157.98 mi

3/3/2021 22.04 mi
3/6/2021 9.05 mi <- To Brewery
3/6/2021 10.93 mi <- Back from Brewery
Forum: Training & Nutrition
03-05-21, 09:04 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 11,742
Posted By WonderMonkey

I can't add anything to what has been said other...

I can't add anything to what has been said other than to make sure you start recovering from your rides soon after you get off the bike. Properly eating before your ride is great, but that should be...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-04-21, 08:09 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,656
Posted By WonderMonkey

I'm on the low end here. 1,600 mi on my...

I'm on the low end here. 1,600 mi on my Cannondale Quick 5.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-04-21, 08:00 PM
Replies: 8,791
Views: 1,103,296
Posted By WonderMonkey

Three things at once, all in the same order. ...

Three things at once, all in the same order.

Kuat Racks NV Base 2.0 Bike Rack (also got a hitch extender)
Park Tool PolyLube 1000 Bicycle Grease
Generic Bike Repair Stand
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-04-21, 08:44 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 8,666
Posted By WonderMonkey

I've only watched people use the safety squat bar...

I've only watched people use the safety squat bar in the gym, but I do see people adjusting their stance to make it not quite so quad dominant. I don't know how it actually felt to them or if it was...
Forum: Commuting
03-03-21, 07:22 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,991
Posted By WonderMonkey

I give a head nod and a two-finger thing on the...

I give a head nod and a two-finger thing on the handlebars unless I know they are a waver, then I wave. I want to be friendly but not intrusive.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-03-21, 06:01 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 7,065
Posted By WonderMonkey

My goal is 200 mi. So far: 22.04

My goal is 200 mi.

So far: 22.04
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-03-21, 01:06 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,675
Posted By WonderMonkey

Thanks! I was, and continue to be, excited! I...

Thanks! I was, and continue to be, excited! I have a Quick 5, which do you have?
Forum: Commuting
03-03-21, 08:25 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 6,958
Posted By WonderMonkey

I think it's been said, but what I may do is...

I think it's been said, but what I may do is drive to work with my bike and ride home, then ride back to work the next morning. I may do that until I'm sure I can do it without wanting to take a nap...
Forum: Commuting
03-03-21, 07:23 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 6,958
Posted By WonderMonkey

I think there is no question that this is doable,...

I think there is no question that this is doable, especially once a week. If you feel you need to work up to it, park along the path to lessen the distance. I doubt you will need to do that, but...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-02-21, 09:51 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 6,980
Posted By WonderMonkey

There you go. Obviously, it's not the same (as...

There you go. Obviously, it's not the same (as you know) but if you want to get on the bike it's a way to do it. I usually start my season (now) off with the hybrid and when I switch to the road...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-02-21, 09:10 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,675
Posted By WonderMonkey

I will make sure to do that, so I can count those...

I will make sure to do that, so I can count those rides.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-02-21, 09:09 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,675
Posted By WonderMonkey

Thanks!

Thanks!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-01-21, 05:47 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,675
Posted By WonderMonkey

Yay! I'll have to wait until tomorrow to break...

Yay! I'll have to wait until tomorrow to break in March.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-01-21, 12:59 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 6,980
Posted By WonderMonkey

To the OP, I have a hybrid and a road bike. I...

To the OP, I have a hybrid and a road bike. I replaced the tires on my hybrid with the same tires that I have on my road bike so I can take it the same places.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-01-21, 12:22 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,456
Posted By WonderMonkey

I do find it relaxing to sit and tinker on things...

I do find it relaxing to sit and tinker on things like that. I have an ATV and a youtube channel that I'm growing and like to tinker on it, process video, etc.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-01-21, 10:27 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,456
Posted By WonderMonkey

The stud area is what temporarily fixed mine. ...

The stud area is what temporarily fixed mine.

Since I have the time, I'll take the brake assembly, do a wiping and greasing, and put it back on.

I'll also check those cables, I appreciate the...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-01-21, 09:49 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,456
Posted By WonderMonkey

Thanks! I had forgot about Sheldon's site, I...

Thanks! I had forgot about Sheldon's site, I will go there immediately.

My issue was at least temporarily fixed with a bit of lithium grease (it's what I had) on a pivot point. I may not take my...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
03-01-21, 09:45 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,096
Posted By WonderMonkey

Thanks for your response. I'll touch on a few...

Thanks for your response. I'll touch on a few things.

I am for certain overweight and CERTAINLY overweight considering I have a knee issue. I let Covid, that knee issue and another surgery give...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-28-21, 06:45 PM
Replies: 224
Views: 17,760
Posted By WonderMonkey

Exactly. It's one reason I don't go do actual...

Exactly. It's one reason I don't go do actual group rides. I don't have those skills. I'd end up causing chaos, most likely, and get beaten with tire pumps.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-28-21, 06:31 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 7,444
Posted By WonderMonkey

Yes. Quickly. I have many other things that I...

Yes. Quickly. I have many other things that I also enjoy and I could do so much more with that amount of money.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
02-28-21, 06:28 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,096
Posted By WonderMonkey

Our gym is open and one part of it is CrossFit. ...

Our gym is open and one part of it is CrossFit. Funny you mention the assault bike as while I was on it, like you suggested, I was thinking "I'd love to combine my outdoors bike with this ....". I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-28-21, 04:34 PM
Replies: 224
Views: 17,760
Posted By WonderMonkey

75/25 solo versus group. Like others, my group...

75/25 solo versus group. Like others, my group rides are social rides, with the wife and another couple on our way to get a cold beverage. On my solo rides I don't slow anybody down, nor do I have...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-28-21, 02:12 PM
Replies: 27,115
Views: 3,114,649
Posted By WonderMonkey

Did 11.49 miles for my second outing of the year....

Did 11.49 miles for my second outing of the year. I picked up the pace a bit but didn't push too hard. I'll probably do one more at this pace, see how my lower part likes it, then go from there.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-28-21, 02:10 PM
Replies: 6,218
Views: 559,206
Posted By WonderMonkey

11.49 mi today. Second ride of the year. Wind...

11.49 mi today. Second ride of the year. Wind at my back on the way out, face on the way in. Not terribly, though.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-28-21, 01:51 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 8,666
Posted By WonderMonkey

I'll say that like a flat bench, they REVEAL...

I'll say that like a flat bench, they REVEAL issues that you have rather than cause them. Agreed on most of your points. There is some debate on small things, such as the depth of squat and such,...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
02-28-21, 01:47 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,096
Posted By WonderMonkey

Thanks! My ortho is very well respected and he...

Thanks! My ortho is very well respected and he listens, which is key to me. He gives me options, repercussions, etc., and is aware of what I have coming up for events and goes off that.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
02-28-21, 11:45 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,096
Posted By WonderMonkey

I have a limitation and I'm trying to replicate...

I have a limitation and I'm trying to replicate that the best I can.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
02-28-21, 10:43 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,096
Posted By WonderMonkey

Just for fun, here is my last match. This was...

Just for fun, here is my last match. This was after my FIRST knee surgery and I'd gone up in weight (my fault). Obviously too heavy. I won't be that heavy again and fight. I'm 260 lbs in this...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
02-28-21, 10:38 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,096
Posted By WonderMonkey

I may have to work up to this. Start easy, add...

I may have to work up to this. Start easy, add in things.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
02-28-21, 10:38 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,096
Posted By WonderMonkey

I appreciate the input, and will go read that...

I appreciate the input, and will go read that link. I won't do skipping rope as I know that causes me pain. I've worked on form, used a padded mat, etc. it's still painful. So I have to eliminate...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
02-28-21, 10:28 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,096
Posted By WonderMonkey

Thanks. Yes, intervals. The terrain around here...

Thanks. Yes, intervals. The terrain around here is basically flat as we use a rails-to-trails thing to make our bike paths. The hill repeats I was speaking of is a nice hill that goes over a road....
Forum: Training & Nutrition
02-28-21, 10:25 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,096
Posted By WonderMonkey

Thanks. I do weight training but no plyometrics...

Thanks. I do weight training but no plyometrics due to my knee/calf. I do "boxing movements", of course, but nothing outside of that.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-27-21, 08:55 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 8,666
Posted By WonderMonkey

Agreed on minimizing the risks. When I do...

Agreed on minimizing the risks. When I do traditional deadlifts and squats, it's with a weight I can reasonably handle. I like the magic of the trap bar and it's my primary weapon, and obviously,...
Forum: Pills and Ills
02-27-21, 08:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,604
Posted By WonderMonkey

Yes, I can ride just fine. I've had two...

Yes, I can ride just fine. I've had two cleanouts on this knee and each has gotten me a few years more. Not sure how many more cleanings I'll get before the countdown to replacement.

Though I...
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