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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-11-24, 04:38 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,148
Posted By GGDaddy

I love me some polarized sunglasses for driving. ...

I love me some polarized sunglasses for driving. They're great for reducing road glare.

I hate polarized sunglasses for cycling. I prefer to see the hint of glare that can call attention to wet...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-20-24, 11:55 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,346
Posted By GGDaddy

WD-40 also works great to get the gunk off. Then...

WD-40 also works great to get the gunk off. Then 409 to get the WD-40 off.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-16-23, 01:03 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,063
Posted By GGDaddy

Have had good luck with this ...

Have had good luck with this
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001KMSUA4/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Once actually needed it (had a wire embedded deeply enough that I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-10-23, 09:52 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 535
Posted By GGDaddy

This is all incredibly helpful everyone, thank...

This is all incredibly helpful everyone, thank you.

I’m definitely taking it back to the shop. The most important thing to understand was whether this could be an innocent problem or if it was...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-10-23, 08:28 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 535
Posted By GGDaddy

Can a cable start to fray with initial installation?

Just got my bike back from LBS with new shifter cables put in. When I got it home my Ultegra R8000 front der indexing is off and the barrel won't get it there, so I decided to tighten the cable.

I...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-04-22, 09:01 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,175
Posted By GGDaddy

A number of Pearl Izumi Elite socks on clearance...

A number of Pearl Izumi Elite socks on clearance for $9.60 (regularly $16.00)
https://www.pearlizumi.com/collections/mens-clearance-collection#/filter:tags_sub_type:Socks
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-27-22, 01:20 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 198
Posted By GGDaddy

Is that an ELEMNT ROAM or an ELEMNT BOLT? I don't...

Is that an ELEMNT ROAM or an ELEMNT BOLT? I don't know about ROAM, but confirm for BOLT: you can charge it during the ride and it will continue to function while charging.

I once did a 39 hour...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-21-22, 11:20 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 1,713
Posted By GGDaddy

In my jersey pockets I carry one spare tube, one...

In my jersey pockets I carry one spare tube, one CO2 cannister, 2 tire levers...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-17-22, 01:08 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 564
Posted By GGDaddy

I wear a 37-38" shirt sleeve length, yet am thin...

I wear a 37-38" shirt sleeve length, yet am thin enough to need a size medium. These all have sleeves that work for me:
....
Forum: Road Cycling
08-09-22, 07:17 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,789
Posted By GGDaddy

And I love your implicit assumption that OP...

And I love your implicit assumption that OP managed to get their bike trashed but miraculously escaped injury in the collision.

I never claimed to be a lawyer, internet or otherwise. I suggested...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-09-22, 03:35 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,789
Posted By GGDaddy

I think this is the best advice in the thread. ...

I think this is the best advice in the thread.

If you got hit by someone and their insurance company is involved, don't waste time quibbling over whether your bike's "fair market value" should be...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-07-22, 04:06 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,789
Posted By GGDaddy

Has the driver of the car admitted fault? If yes,...

Has the driver of the car admitted fault? If yes, I would not settle for "assurances" rather I might suggest taking the following position with their insurance company:

The bike is visibly...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-07-22, 12:08 PM
Replies: 162
Views: 8,003
Posted By GGDaddy

Always used to use a mirror on the end of my...

Always used to use a mirror on the end of my handlbar. More recently switched over to the "Take a Look" mirror listed at #6 on your Amazon list. Really liked that one (very easy to move the head...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-01-22, 02:06 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 526
Posted By GGDaddy

My Sugoi Zap Booties work pretty well. Available...

My Sugoi Zap Booties work pretty well. Available at Amazon in the link below. Also available at REI.

Capo also makes a Tempest Rain Bootie, which is meant to be more aero. At the link below,...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-01-22, 04:26 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,847
Posted By GGDaddy

I was on a late-afternoon group ride when we...

I was on a late-afternoon group ride when we happened to see one of the other groups from our club about 1/4 mile up a long sweeping road. Most of the ~40-50 riders ahead had taillights, but one of...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
07-29-22, 12:04 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 9,392
Posted By GGDaddy

Appreciate it TMonk. Sounds like outstanding...

Appreciate it TMonk. Sounds like outstanding advice all around!
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
07-29-22, 02:16 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 9,392
Posted By GGDaddy

Thanks. Happens just after 34:20. It should cue...

Thanks. Happens just after 34:20. It should cue up there when you hit the link if I did it right.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
07-28-22, 06:43 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 9,392
Posted By GGDaddy

Thanks furious. Ugh, sorry to hear you’ve been...

Thanks furious. Ugh, sorry to hear you’ve been through it too. Yeah, they absolutely did stab me in the side and put in a tube. Mine involved 8” on the inside snaking around to the back. Every time...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
07-27-22, 01:51 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,261
Posted By GGDaddy

I can't talk to the training questions, because...

I can't talk to the training questions, because I'm not that smart.

But I will share: I used to get terrible cramps. While riding, after riding, and at night keeping me awake. Particularly fun was...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
07-27-22, 01:41 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 9,392
Posted By GGDaddy

Salisbury Circuit Race Cat 4/5 on July 16. I'm a...

Salisbury Circuit Race Cat 4/5 on July 16. I'm a Cat 5, working on 10 finishes to earn my Cat 4 old-school. This would have been my 9th finish.

3 laps to go. Dumb*ss divebombs the corner. He did...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-05-22, 08:29 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 3,730
Posted By GGDaddy

Great thread. I'm a huge fan of the Halo...

Great thread. I'm a huge fan of the Halo headbands, but have wondered if there is anything better out there. Concluding now that I'm just fine with Halo.

Incidentally, Hammer Nutrition carries...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-12-19, 02:24 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,251
Posted By GGDaddy

Okay, just following up my own post--no need to...

Okay, just following up my own post--no need to respond. I've taken it back to the guy, and he's going to see if Quark will rebuild it and keep it under warranty. If not, he'll eat the cost of a new...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-12-19, 11:20 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,251
Posted By GGDaddy

Okay, very old thread I'm bumping, but the...

Okay, very old thread I'm bumping, but the subject is exactly on target.

So I have a Power Tab G3 hub power meter, and the LBS wheel builder guy apparently didn't read the manual, because he built...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-13-18, 10:20 AM
Replies: 107
Views: 5,982
Posted By GGDaddy

If not an analysis, what was it--a conclusion?...

If not an analysis, what was it--a conclusion? Whatever it was, you and I are in agreement that it fell short of analytical thinking. :thumb:

And please accept my apologies Mr. Internet Policeman,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-13-18, 09:40 AM
Replies: 107
Views: 5,982
Posted By GGDaddy

[/left] So let's see... I-Like-To-Bike...

[/left]
So let's see...

I-Like-To-Bike told Tim, "Gimme a break!https://www.bikeforums.net/images/smilies/eek.gif"

livedarklions said, "Hey, if knowing a bunch of data works for you, fine, but...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-07-18, 06:59 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 5,982
Posted By GGDaddy

I think all this hating on Tim is overblown. ...

I think all this hating on Tim is overblown.

Where does Tim tell everyone or the OP how to train? He is (correctly) observing that most people who set out to do a recovery ride do so for too long...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-04-18, 02:38 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,042
Posted By GGDaddy

^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ This. Look for maybe better...

^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ This. Look for maybe better PT, preferably from a sports medicine expert.

IMO less important that they ride a bike, more important that they know how to treat people who ride a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-05-18, 11:50 AM
Replies: 136
Views: 12,367
Posted By GGDaddy

I read this and thought to myself, "Sheesh, what...

I read this and thought to myself, "Sheesh, what an exaggeration :rolleyes:"

Then I looked at where you're from. I grew up in Michigan and still visit regularly. Nodded to myself somberly and said...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-01-18, 08:02 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,496
Posted By GGDaddy

Wow, really helpful information everyone, thank...

Wow, really helpful information everyone, thank you so much!

This place (and the people who hang out here) are awesome.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-01-18, 07:55 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,496
Posted By GGDaddy

Great advice all around Tim, thanks. So the...

Great advice all around Tim, thanks.

So the bike is aluminum—does this model bike have a carbon seat post even if the frame is aluminum?

Either way, sounds like I need to take it to the shop....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-01-18, 06:51 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,496
Posted By GGDaddy

Lube for Creaking Seat Post

Hey Gang,

I’ve searched the forum, but could not find this specific question addressed.

A friend recently let me start riding his aluminum 2007 Cervelo Soloist since he has moved abroad.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-11-18, 09:05 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,248
Posted By GGDaddy

I've had good luck. I typically read the reviews,...

I've had good luck. I typically read the reviews, order from 4 manufacturers that look the best, return the 3 I like the least, and buy 4 more of the one I liked.

Using that approve I've been very...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-21-18, 09:11 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 5,879
Posted By GGDaddy

Not wading into the jersey vs. T debate... but...

Not wading into the jersey vs. T debate... but for people who prefer jerseys & want a cheap option, I'm a fan of Spotti on Amazon. The shorts are sh** but the jerseys are great:...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-27-18, 07:10 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,922
Posted By GGDaddy

If you know of a post like this, don't need to...

If you know of a post like this, don't need to wait 4 months for local transit to get to it. Can shimmy in a penny to make the post stick and tap it down with a tire iron and bike shoe heel.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-26-18, 02:28 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,476
Posted By GGDaddy

I think memebag was complimenting your...

I think memebag was complimenting your open-minded approach, since most internet posts tend to be contrarian for the simple sake of arguing.

("No they aren't...")
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
01-26-18, 06:11 AM
Replies: 7,120
Views: 641,205
Posted By GGDaddy

That's awesome background--thanks so much for...

That's awesome background--thanks so much for explaining!
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
01-25-18, 02:16 PM
Replies: 7,120
Views: 641,205
Posted By GGDaddy

Newbie question. I'm prepared for silly answers...

Newbie question. I'm prepared for silly answers and to be generally mocked.

Could somebody please explain why the Road Bike Racing forum is titled "The 33?"

Much obliged if anyone is willing to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-18-18, 03:39 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 8,050
Posted By GGDaddy

:):thumb: This is an AWESOME resource--thank...

:):thumb:

This is an AWESOME resource--thank you for posting! Really appreciate that, though I don't have a power meter, I can approximate where I'm at based on the curves on the website (since my...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-19-17, 11:57 PM
Replies: 168
Views: 20,302
Posted By GGDaddy

I've got the same bike--it's set up as a 6x9. ;)

I've got the same bike--it's set up as a 6x9. ;)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-13-17, 02:00 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,209
Posted By GGDaddy

Another vote for Spotti--this is my go-to jersey....

Another vote for Spotti--this is my go-to jersey. I'm 6'4", 195 lbs with a 38 inch sleeve. The jerseys always stay over my backside, and the long-sleeve jerseys go down to my wrists. Rare and...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-10-17, 08:37 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,611
Posted By GGDaddy

I had a saddle soreness thread under General...

I had a saddle soreness thread under General Cycling.

One poster commented that one hour on the trainer is generally equivalent to three hours on the road from a soreness standpoint.

Good...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-05-17, 07:25 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,782
Posted By GGDaddy

I have the same one. It's great, you'll love it....

I have the same one. It's great, you'll love it. Paid $140 for mine you bum ;-)

My LBS put my bike on their fancy expensive trainer for fitting--I couldn't tell the difference.

If you need a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-04-17, 10:55 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,152
Posted By GGDaddy

Thanks for all the great advice gang....

Thanks for all the great advice gang. BlazingPedals asked about the resolution, so here goes.

The old saddle isn't going to work. I worked with a LBS multiple times to adjust. We fixed my knee...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-01-17, 04:46 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,152
Posted By GGDaddy

Great advice gang, thank you! A couple of...

Great advice gang, thank you!

A couple of specific comments--

PaulRivers, thanks for the stretching/strengthening routine. It looks very helpful, I'll check it out.

Mercator--THANK YOU --...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-01-17, 01:43 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,152
Posted By GGDaddy

I think the old saddle was as comfortable as it...

I think the old saddle was as comfortable as it was going to be. The fitters at an LBS helped with tilt, fore/aft, and height, but it's fairly rounded with too much pressure on my naughty bits.

So...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-01-17, 01:42 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,152
Posted By GGDaddy

Thanks for the great responses gang. This is my...

Thanks for the great responses gang. This is my 9th post. The next one I'm allowed to post URL's
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-01-17, 12:43 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,152
Posted By GGDaddy

Thanks for commenting! I seriously...

Thanks for commenting!

I seriously considered that my original saddle might be tilted. But the flip side is I also had too much pressure on my hands to point of numbness, and tilting it more...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-01-17, 12:04 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,152
Posted By GGDaddy

Could We Talk About My Butt?

So all this talk about the Selle Anatomica, I thought I'd throw my saddle question out there.

I'm 49, have recently returned to cycling after a couple of decades away from it. I started up in...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-06-17, 03:21 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 450
Posted By GGDaddy

Hey thanks for the headsup! Checked it out...

Hey thanks for the headsup! Checked it out because of your post and found out it's playing in the mall next door from my office :-)

I'm there!!
Forum: Road Cycling
10-10-17, 12:43 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,197
Posted By GGDaddy

Got the second cheapest shoe sold by Specialized...

Got the second cheapest shoe sold by Specialized at a local bike shop this Spring to get back into cycling. I forget the model/price, but definitely under $75. Have put 1,000 miles on them so far,...
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