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Forum: Road Cycling
04-28-24, 10:53 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 253
Posted By rsbob

Put two full large water bottles in the cages and...

Put two full large water bottles in the cages and all the weight issues will seem trivial.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-28-24, 10:39 PM
Replies: 168
Views: 7,256
Posted By rsbob

The premise of this thread is just as wacky as...

The premise of this thread is just as wacky as saying I will never buy a German, Italian or Japanese product because they killed Americans in WWII. And what do you consider worse - doping or taking...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-28-24, 10:08 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 298
Posted By rsbob

Something similar happening here. I am the one...

Something similar happening here. I am the one that usually researches cars for Mrs RSbob and myself, even though we do not buy very often - like 10 years per car and over 100,000 miles. She always...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-28-24, 09:37 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 551
Posted By rsbob

I bet you have heard the phrase, “You create your...

I bet you have heard the phrase, “You create your own reality”. Your user name reinforces your reality.

I have bike commuted and generally ridden on multi-use trails for decades traveling 10s of...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-28-24, 08:17 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,524
Posted By rsbob

Thanks Yuri. Marin makes wonderful bikes but...

Thanks Yuri. Marin makes wonderful bikes but what a shame about only accommodating narrow tires. The Orbea easily accepts 25s and can also handle 28s. The wheels are basic but their bearings are...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-28-24, 10:11 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,524
Posted By rsbob

I learned on a stick (‘67 VW bug) and all my cars...

I learned on a stick (‘67 VW bug) and all my cars have been excluding my very last purchase. However I still have a ‘71 stick shift car as well, with disc brakes! Always enjoyed the control of...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-27-24, 12:41 PM
Replies: 6,270
Views: 573,607
Posted By rsbob

How fer did I ride today/yesterday? Zero. Had...

How fer did I ride today/yesterday? Zero. Had 15 yards (I full dump truck) of garden mulch delivered and spent 8 hours and 8,500 steps spreading a tiny bit of it around the upper garden. Looks...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-27-24, 10:21 AM
Replies: 6,270
Views: 573,607
Posted By rsbob

How fer did I ride today/yesterday? Zero. Had...

How fer did I ride today/yesterday? Zero. Had 15 yards (I full dump truck) of garden mulch delivered and spent 8 hours and 8,500 steps spreading it around the upper garden. Looks like I have...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-27-24, 10:08 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 886
Posted By rsbob

Five bike shops have closed in the Seattle area...

Five bike shops have closed in the Seattle area in the last year including my fave mtb shop, Single Track Cycles. So many dedicated and nice people out of a job - not to mention the poor owners...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-27-24, 09:52 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,950
Posted By rsbob

Good one. That would be my wife, who absolutely...

Good one. That would be my wife, who absolutely kills me on steep climbs. Think she is trying to collect on my life insurance.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-26-24, 09:39 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 816
Posted By rsbob

I used to bike commute to work, 15 miles each way...

I used to bike commute to work, 15 miles each way (not in the snow). In the winter the temps would dip below freezing and the MUP would glisten like 1000 diamonds in my headlamp. One morning, the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-26-24, 09:29 AM
Replies: 6,270
Views: 573,607
Posted By rsbob

A few years back, I belonged to a group of...

A few years back, I belonged to a group of cyclists in the bike club which were probably about CAT 5s. Each weekend, a group ranging from 7-15 would get together and ride 60-70 miles at an average...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-26-24, 09:17 AM
Replies: 6,270
Views: 573,607
Posted By rsbob

Damn! You need to either do more running, days...

Damn! You need to either do more running, days off or both.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-26-24, 09:14 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 524
Posted By rsbob

Existing. You are no doubt right that it is not...

Existing. You are no doubt right that it is not contributing to strength, just maintaining.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-25-24, 11:02 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 524
Posted By rsbob

It may be boring, so ignore this post: My workout...

It may be boring, so ignore this post: My workout 2X a week:

2 sets each:
30 push ups
2 minutes of Superman pose
2 mins of planks
using a PT ball, 30 leg lifts each side
40 squats
20...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-25-24, 10:34 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 949
Posted By rsbob

My favorite energy bars are from Scratch Labs. ...

My favorite energy bars are from Scratch Labs. They are made from real food, delicious, easy to digest and just the right size - not large like a Cliff bar. Also use SIS products.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-25-24, 08:02 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 707
Posted By rsbob

Sorry to hear about the accident. Heal quickly...

Sorry to hear about the accident. Heal quickly and get back to the good times.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-25-24, 09:59 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 524
Posted By rsbob

As others have pointed out, weights aren't...

As others have pointed out, weights aren't "rest," and endurance training interferes with strength gains. So, unless there's a lot of slack in your training schedule, you're going to have to give...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-24-24, 09:59 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 2,162
Posted By rsbob

Don’t know why the carbon rim mfgs, for rim...

Don’t know why the carbon rim mfgs, for rim brakes, don’t inbed aluminum or steel braking bands for additional stopping power. It wouldn’t be rocket surgery.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-24-24, 08:50 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 816
Posted By rsbob

In my 30s, 3 to 4 days a week after work, I would...

In my 30s, 3 to 4 days a week after work, I would do a 30 mile loop. It would involve 5 significant climbs and one long rolling ‘flat’. It was my personal TT course, and I would endeavor to go flat...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-24-24, 08:22 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 524
Posted By rsbob

Fitting in Weights to Zone 2 + HIIT

Riddle me this - Since I am pushing 70 - am starting to notice a decline in endurance and increased fatigue, which I would like to counter. Currently doing 4 days of Zone, 2 rest days and one HIIT. ...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-23-24, 11:15 PM
Replies: 6,270
Views: 573,607
Posted By rsbob

We may have crossed paths - at least we rode the...

We may have crossed paths - at least we rode the same path to UW. So encouraged the BG is being fixed. So many bone rattling sections where I don’t dare grab a water bottle. I started at Enetai...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-23-24, 10:35 PM
Replies: 6,270
Views: 573,607
Posted By rsbob

50 miles with 1,400’ around Lake Washington/....

50 miles with 1,400’ around Lake Washington/. Tried to keep it to Z2 but had over 30 mins of Z3 with 650 Watts some how appearing some where. Low 70s and high times.


Garmin scolded me again for...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-23-24, 10:30 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 469
Posted By rsbob

Epilogue to the new computer mount: Was about 25...

Epilogue to the new computer mount: Was about 25 mile into today’s ride and the bars slipped down while braking and hitting a bump. Got out the multi-tool and snugged the top two bolts, but did not...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-23-24, 12:41 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 469
Posted By rsbob

Share those “Oh crap!” Moments Working on Bike

This morning I removed the old Garmin bar mount for one that attaches to the stem. Had the mount positioned correctly was alternately torquing the bolts when the left one (6 nm) just started...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-23-24, 12:31 PM
Replies: 511
Views: 148,597
Posted By rsbob

New mount ...

New mount

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Forum: Road Cycling
04-23-24, 09:38 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,524
Posted By rsbob

I love riding my Orca but have no objection to...

I love riding my Orca but have no objection to advances in technology. Don’t know many people opposed to automatic transmissions, seat belts, air bags and disc brakes in vehicles.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-22-24, 11:28 PM
Replies: 6,270
Views: 573,607
Posted By rsbob

Cracked me up. Think we all wanted to spin like...

Cracked me up. Think we all wanted to spin like Lance - but powering over a crest in a higher gear is just so damn satisfying. Am reading your post and got a massive cramp in my left inner thigh and...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-22-24, 11:07 PM
Replies: 111
Views: 4,503
Posted By rsbob

I have zero issue with “more flashy”. Flashy to...

I have zero issue with “more flashy”. Flashy to me means greater visibility.

My mid-level price preference, which combines flashy with a moderate price is NeoPro. Well made and fits like a...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-22-24, 11:01 PM
Replies: 5,349
Views: 849,577
Posted By rsbob

From today’s ride ...

From today’s ride

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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-22-24, 09:06 PM
Replies: 6,270
Views: 573,607
Posted By rsbob

Yikes! I wish I had your legs. Would love to do...

Yikes! I wish I had your legs. Would love to do that kind of climbing, but will live vicariously through you. 6,000’ in 36 miles is intense.

Today I managed 1100’ climb in 2 miles where I hold the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-22-24, 10:07 AM
Replies: 6,270
Views: 573,607
Posted By rsbob

What is the typical grade on a ride like that -...

What is the typical grade on a ride like that - or how much does it vary?
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-22-24, 09:40 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 5,207
Posted By rsbob

I used to slow too because if I was over the...

I used to slow too because if I was over the limit and people were still tailgating me, it would piss me off. Now that I’m a bit older and wiser, I pull off the road and let them go by, to tailgate...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-21-24, 10:37 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 16,221
Posted By rsbob

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1500x2000/img_1419_e96ccf1449197837c89b0e7e7a76e17573ce2832.jpeg...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-21-24, 10:28 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 5,207
Posted By rsbob

Try driving In Palm Springs general area where...

Try driving In Palm Springs general area where the majority of the miles through and between the cities are posted at 50 MPH but they have some good bike lanes. However in pure residential areas, it...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-21-24, 10:20 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 5,207
Posted By rsbob

So does the Garmin cycle computers if you...

So does the Garmin cycle computers if you activate the feature.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-21-24, 10:00 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,532
Posted By rsbob

Could always connect it to a portable battery...

Could always connect it to a portable battery tucked under your seat. The bike seat, not yours, just to be clear. :p I have gotten into the habit of charging it after two rides - and luckily I still...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-21-24, 09:37 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,038
Posted By rsbob

That is one ginormous seat bag which makes a seat...

That is one ginormous seat bag which makes a seat post mount difficult.

Mine is half to a third of the size and contains: Spare tube, tire levers, tire boot, 3 patches and glue, multitool, valve...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-21-24, 09:23 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,187
Posted By rsbob

I use a similar strategy when stopped at a light...

I use a similar strategy when stopped at a light with zero room in the lane after the light (no sidewalk). I will enter the intersection to the far right and hang out until the last car has gone and...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-20-24, 10:54 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 649
Posted By rsbob

Last week was doing a climb on a MUP with a blind...

Last week was doing a climb on a MUP with a blind corner. Just at the apex, a rider came screaming down on my side of the trail forcing me, and him to quickly swerve to avoid a head-on. It happened...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-19-24, 11:00 PM
Replies: 6,270
Views: 573,607
Posted By rsbob

A quick 21 with 1,300’ with a younger buddy. ...

A quick 21 with 1,300’ with a younger buddy. Since he can push mucho watts, it encouraged me to put out a little bit extra. The good news 4 PRs I wasn’t trying for and the “bad” news was 2 KOMs for...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-19-24, 08:53 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,950
Posted By rsbob

Riding with an upstart 50 year old with power...

Riding with an upstart 50 year old with power numbers a third greater than mine, pushed me to two KOMs for my age bracket on two climbs. Managed four PRs as well. Moral to the story: ride with...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-19-24, 08:37 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 10,546
Posted By rsbob

If you are prone to retinal detachment, it will...

If you are prone to retinal detachment, it will detach on its own with very little prompting - or jostling. I know, I had a 80% detachment in my left eye. And it just happened on its own in the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-19-24, 10:37 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,329
Posted By rsbob

If you ride in variable light conditions -...

If you ride in variable light conditions - clouds, sun, gray - dark - I would highly recommend photochromic lenses. No switching lenses back and forth based on light conditions - a lens that does...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-19-24, 10:23 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 1,956
Posted By rsbob

Not if you modify an existing bike - but I am...

Not if you modify an existing bike - but I am through in this exchange. You must be right because you must be right. Fine with me.

FYI, I have ridden track bikes and taken track racing courses on...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-19-24, 09:59 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 1,956
Posted By rsbob

Remove the rear derailleur, remove links in...

Remove the rear derailleur, remove links in chain, put in preferred gear and don’t bother with shift cables, etc because they are not used. If not happy, reinstate removed elements. Cleaning cogs...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-19-24, 08:25 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 1,956
Posted By rsbob

Mr Spock says, “I find that highly illogical”....

Mr Spock says, “I find that highly illogical”. Place your multi-speed bike in a gear you like and keep it there - problem solved; Zen state realized - unless there is an ego thing about riding a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-19-24, 08:19 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 3,544
Posted By rsbob

Sounds like the Royal We. :D

Sounds like the Royal We. :D
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-18-24, 10:25 PM
Replies: 6,270
Views: 573,607
Posted By rsbob

Several different manufacturers. I found mine...

Several different manufacturers. I found mine here for a super price: https://www.aliexpress.us/w/wholesale-tpu-tube-700c-road.html?spm=a2g0o.home.auto_suggest.1.468a1c91eaMhBC
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-18-24, 09:05 PM
Replies: 6,270
Views: 573,607
Posted By rsbob

Purchased TPO tubes and installed them today. My...

Purchased TPO tubes and installed them today. My former Michelin “ultra light” tubes (2 mounted, 1 spare) total weight was 522 g. The total weight of the replacement TPU tubes 252 g. Weight...
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