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Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-18-24, 07:31 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 530
Posted By pdlamb

Why mess with batteries when you don't have to? ...

Why mess with batteries when you don't have to? One battery in the late, lamented Cateye Strada would measure speed, distance, and cadence for $50, and that one battery would last a year or two. ...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-18-24, 07:15 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 117
Posted By pdlamb

Not sure you need a new rim. Lay your ruler...

Not sure you need a new rim. Lay your ruler across the brake surface of the rim -- if there's a gap where the brakes have worn the rim surface down, yep, you need a new rim. Otherwise, just swap...
Forum: Commuting
04-17-24, 08:20 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 159
Posted By pdlamb

I've never left my lock on a public street or...

I've never left my lock on a public street or bike rack, but I've left it on racks associated with my work buildings for 15 years. I like RangerTampa's idea of moving it around. No guarantees, but...
Forum: Pills and Ills
04-17-24, 07:52 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 597
Posted By pdlamb

Do you want worst case, or likely response? The...

Do you want worst case, or likely response? The fact that doctors prescribe the stuff tells me it's worse than not taking it for the relevant condition (high blood glucose). So you're looking for...
Forum: Pills and Ills
04-16-24, 02:38 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 597
Posted By pdlamb

Perhaps some day I'll understand why people go to...

Perhaps some day I'll understand why people go to a medical professional, someone with 5-12 years of specialized training, for medical care. Then when they get home, they get online and splash, "Why...
Forum: Commuting
04-16-24, 09:32 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 346
Posted By pdlamb

Or "Bless your heart!"

Or "Bless your heart!"
Forum: Commuting
04-16-24, 09:31 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 144
Posted By pdlamb

I'll usually watch the weather radar starting...

I'll usually watch the weather radar starting around 3:00, and shift my ride time if necessary. (Yes, I'm very lucky to be able to do that!) A few screw-ups, where that "45 minute" window turns out...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-15-24, 02:44 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 470
Posted By pdlamb

IMHO, zone 3 is one above zone 2. Honestly,...

IMHO, zone 3 is one above zone 2.

Honestly, if you look around, there are so many definitions for zones. One author's zone 4 could be another author's zone 3, or vice versa. Since I'm not trying...
Forum: Touring
04-15-24, 09:24 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 801
Posted By pdlamb

How much do you think the state could siphon off...

How much do you think the state could siphon off from getting CA 1 back open to build an entirely new path for bicyclists??
Forum: Touring
04-15-24, 09:22 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 330
Posted By pdlamb

I got one a few years ago in Tucson for hiking in...

I got one a few years ago in Tucson for hiking in June. It worked OK, but went from saturated to dry in an hour while walking. I suspect it'd dry out faster while cycling.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-15-24, 09:10 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 2,568
Posted By pdlamb

Even gooder. ;) I might go up to 115, depending...

Even gooder. ;) I might go up to 115, depending on the wheel and the rider.

FWIW, I tend to pay more attention to the posters whom I regard as more knowledgeable.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-15-24, 09:05 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 445
Posted By pdlamb

Yep. If you don't know what you like or want, go...

Yep. If you don't know what you like or want, go do some test rides at your local LBSs.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-15-24, 09:04 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 248
Posted By pdlamb

Wonder what IP water resistance a washing machine...

Wonder what IP water resistance a washing machine corresponds to?
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-15-24, 09:03 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 308
Posted By pdlamb

I'd try plugging it into a USB battery, like an...

I'd try plugging it into a USB battery, like an Anker, first -- at least if you're not riding through a heavy shower. Otherwise, it may be time for a new GPS. The Garmin Explore 2 is on sale this...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-15-24, 08:59 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 530
Posted By pdlamb

Yes, that was a good computer. One of mine still...

Yes, that was a good computer. One of mine still is! The other, I gave up getting good connections after 20 years; even a new harness didn't work. I should have bought a couple more before the...
Forum: Commuting
04-15-24, 08:54 AM
Replies: 118
Views: 4,924
Posted By pdlamb

Nice day for a bike ride. Too bad it ended up at...

Nice day for a bike ride. Too bad it ended up at work. :/

We've had some crazy weather lately; wind gusts over 40 mph kept me huddling inside last week, and on a weekend ride, the forecasters...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-15-24, 08:44 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 2,568
Posted By pdlamb

I hope 9105 is a typo, supposed to be 91.5 kgf. ...

I hope 9105 is a typo, supposed to be 91.5 kgf. Otherwise I'd have to yelp, "WHAT??"
Forum: Touring
04-12-24, 03:19 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,099
Posted By pdlamb

1) As the other Tourist noted, the Trace gets...

1) As the other Tourist noted, the Trace gets hillier as you go into Tennessee. How far do you think you can ride with 2-3 miles of 5-6% climbing every 10 miles? Cross-reference that with other...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-12-24, 10:35 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 11,955
Posted By pdlamb

Would you like some dip to go along with that...

Would you like some dip to go along with that chip on your shoulder?
Forum: Touring
04-12-24, 10:25 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,099
Posted By pdlamb

When touring cyclists damage their knees, it's...

When touring cyclists damage their knees, it's often the end of their tour. I've managed to avoid that (so far, knock on wood!). I credit decently high cadence, low gears, and a willingness to walk...
Forum: Touring
04-11-24, 03:02 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,099
Posted By pdlamb

Zero days are an interesting. A few days off...

Zero days are an interesting. A few days off I've done something "interesting" like going whitewater rafting, or doing a day hike. The next day was hard after those zero days -- they weren't all...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-11-24, 02:51 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 436
Posted By pdlamb

Those 2026 eclipse paths are just weird.

Those 2026 eclipse paths are just weird.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-11-24, 02:41 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 866
Posted By pdlamb

I've got a few pairs of Tifosi sunglasses with...

I've got a few pairs of Tifosi sunglasses with readers (one for each car, one for the bike gear). I need the readers, and appreciate not having to carry an extra pair of glasses when riding.

I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-10-24, 12:19 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 411
Posted By pdlamb

Not sure how things differ between UK and US. In...

Not sure how things differ between UK and US. In most of the US, you have a better selection for the next couple months. Need a large, small, special model bike? Get it in the spring while they're...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-10-24, 06:55 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 436
Posted By pdlamb

I wanted to go see the total eclipse, but SWMBO...

I wanted to go see the total eclipse, but SWMBO didn't want to drive that far, so I made do with a local bike ride.

90% or so. Still kind of fun, like riding through a very long dusk. All the...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-10-24, 06:49 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 184
Posted By pdlamb

Put the magnet lower on the fork, nearer to the...

Put the magnet lower on the fork, nearer to the hub, where the fork-spoke distance is lower. I've never bothered to measure the bar-magnet distance, but 27" should let you get way down on the fork...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-10-24, 06:34 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 435
Posted By pdlamb

Almost any pump head, except for my Presta-only...

Almost any pump head, except for my Presta-only Hiro head. But yeah, stick a needle in the Shraeder head and pump away!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-10-24, 06:31 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 1,752
Posted By pdlamb

Of course low cadence, by itself, is not the...

Of course low cadence, by itself, is not the problem. But low cadence, particularly during climbing, is a proxy for higher force. And that higher force aggravates a knee that I twisted in my middle...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-10-24, 06:27 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,281
Posted By pdlamb

​​​​​​​So you understand my point!

​​​​​​​So you understand my point!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-09-24, 03:47 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 1,752
Posted By pdlamb

Most of the time I aim for 80-90 rpm. Cadence...

Most of the time I aim for 80-90 rpm. Cadence naturally drops on a climb; if I get below about 70 rpm my knees start complaining.

Of course, that may be more relevant for some spring chickens in...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-09-24, 03:44 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 483
Posted By pdlamb

Cut out a row of data fields and see if you still...

Cut out a row of data fields and see if you still need a bigger screen. You can always change pages if you really need or want to see all those fields, but perhaps you'd be better off getting your...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-09-24, 03:37 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 177
Posted By pdlamb

How do you run a 15" woofer with it?

How do you run a 15" woofer with it?
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-09-24, 03:35 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,504
Posted By pdlamb

Non illegitimi carborundum. Some people, for an...

Non illegitimi carborundum. Some people, for an unknown reason, feel they need to respond to every thread, regardless of whether or not they have anything to contribute.

Gravel biking is what you...
Forum: Commuting
04-09-24, 03:29 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 885
Posted By pdlamb

Is it safe to leave a car parked at work...

Is it safe to leave a car parked at work overnight? If so, I'd be thinking about driving in with the bike, riding home, then reversing the process the next day.

I used to do a 50 mile rt commute...
Forum: Commuting
04-09-24, 03:24 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 4,924
Posted By pdlamb

FWIW, Gatorskins pick up a fraction of the...

FWIW, Gatorskins pick up a fraction of the flat-causing debris that the GP5000s do for me. Paselas and Pasela PTs are intermediate.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-09-24, 03:21 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,281
Posted By pdlamb

Use a digital indicator. It'll give you lots of...

Use a digital indicator. It'll give you lots of digits. Not all of them significant...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-05-24, 02:49 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 1,671
Posted By pdlamb

4 miles in MTB shoes (Sidi) felt like 6-7 miles,...

4 miles in MTB shoes (Sidi) felt like 6-7 miles, mostly because of the stiff soles that make them so good for riding.

OTOH, 1/4 mile in the middle of a long, steep climb feels just about right.
Forum: Touring
04-04-24, 12:33 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 801
Posted By pdlamb

Right now it's pretty much non-existent over...

Right now it's pretty much non-existent over large stretches. :D
Forum: Touring
04-02-24, 06:59 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 508
Posted By pdlamb

Wonder if they're coming out with an Explore 3,...

Wonder if they're coming out with an Explore 3, possibly with solar option, or if it's just going to be discontinued?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-01-24, 03:24 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 978
Posted By pdlamb

I've had better luck with the "expensive" 3M...

I've had better luck with the "expensive" 3M electrical tape than no-name hardware store tape. And though I don't usually go for the tapered tension Eric M advocated, it might work. The key, IME,...
Forum: Touring
04-01-24, 09:01 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,240
Posted By pdlamb

I can't imagine changing from what's worked for...

I can't imagine changing from what's worked for you. Why do you want to do that?

To answer your direct question, all my bikes, and therefore all my riding, have clipless (MTB) pedals. I accept...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-01-24, 08:47 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 2,933
Posted By pdlamb

I've weight two of mine, and I'm too chicken to...

I've weight two of mine, and I'm too chicken to weigh the heavier gravel bike (those tires are HEAVY!).

Novara Randonee touring bike weighed 28 pounds, IIRC.

Bilenky sport-touring bike with S&S...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-01-24, 08:37 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 970
Posted By pdlamb

Partly because I'm cheap, and partly because it's...

Partly because I'm cheap, and partly because it's worked for me in the past:

Get some Tyvek from old FedEx or USPS envelopes, or new home construction in your area. Cut a small square, 1-1.5"...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-01-24, 08:32 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,281
Posted By pdlamb

And of course there's the bike shop owner's...

And of course there's the bike shop owner's lament. How do you make a small fortune running a bike shop? Start with a large fortune.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-29-24, 08:34 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 2,311
Posted By pdlamb

Yeah, I've got the GPS with an HRM and,...

Yeah, I've got the GPS with an HRM and, occasionally, a power meter.

But what really improves my riding experiences? A full water bottle or two -- getting overheated because you haven't been...
Forum: Touring
03-29-24, 08:27 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 2,268
Posted By pdlamb

Well, the mouse had hair, so I reckon you can...

Well, the mouse had hair, so I reckon you can split some of them. :)
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-28-24, 03:05 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,281
Posted By pdlamb

Just out of curiosity, how much does the scale...

Just out of curiosity, how much does the scale cost that you used to check the calibration (since you apparently trust the results)? Not all of us work at a calibration lab or a shop where we can...
Forum: Commuting
03-28-24, 02:56 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 895
Posted By pdlamb

Under cube desk: gym bag with flip-flops for...

Under cube desk: gym bag with flip-flops for shower, soap, shampoo, hanger (for work clothes while showering, and bike clothes during the day), lock, and athletes foot cream. Dress shoes.
...
Forum: Touring
03-28-24, 02:48 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 2,268
Posted By pdlamb

Problem with that is that the insulation value of...

Problem with that is that the insulation value of a mil or two of nylon and polyurethane is pretty close to nil. The temperature gradient (not the temperature difference) is the other factor in heat...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-28-24, 08:01 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 1,965
Posted By pdlamb

25 is close to the upper end of my comfort zone,...

25 is close to the upper end of my comfort zone, 35 mph is above it.

There are really two things to worry about. First, as noted, is falling trees. The funny thing is how dependent on your...
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