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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-16-22, 02:43 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 4,583
Posted By Charlie Ky

My goal is to just ride and get exercise with the...

My goal is to just ride and get exercise with the bonus of it being outdoors. Only exercise I actually enjoy besides walking.

This winter is gonna be my first one cycling. I'll just adapt.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-11-22, 05:57 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,643
Posted By Charlie Ky

I have the same issue. First I'd recommend she...

I have the same issue. First I'd recommend she take two or three tablespoons of whole husk psyllium fiber. One teaspoon with water at a time between meals. Also eat foods with soluble fiber. I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-18-22, 11:36 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,673
Posted By Charlie Ky

Good deal. I'm not a mechanic but I can pull and...

Good deal. I'm not a mechanic but I can pull and replace parts I can get to with the proper tools on my truck. Inside the engine or transmission, It'll go to the shop. I'm sure I won't have any...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-18-22, 11:29 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,673
Posted By Charlie Ky

No, rear wheel never has locked / skid. I've come...

No, rear wheel never has locked / skid. I've come up on countless vehicles backing out of their driveways. Never been close enough to them to have to stop rolling. Watching up ahead has become second...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-17-22, 08:16 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,673
Posted By Charlie Ky

I noticed the front brake has better stopping...

I noticed the front brake has better stopping power the first ride on my new bike.

And looking back at my posts in this thread I don't see anything I've said to infer that I doubt it does.
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-17-22, 07:15 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,673
Posted By Charlie Ky

​​​​​​What is a reasonable road speed ? I'm...

​​​​​​What is a reasonable road speed ?

I'm not trying to look for reasons to justify using my rear brake primarily but I just don't ride that fast. And as I mentioned I can't because I've got...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
07-15-22, 11:25 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,053
Posted By Charlie Ky

This will give you an idea of minimum and maximum...

This will give you an idea of minimum and maximum protein limits.
https://www.calculator.net/protein-calculator.html
Unless you are confident in doing your own research you should talk to a doctor...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-15-22, 08:48 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 4,664
Posted By Charlie Ky

Even as a noob to cycling that is the first thing...

Even as a noob to cycling that is the first thing I did when I put the light on my bike. Point it down so it wouldn't be annoying.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-14-22, 12:07 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,673
Posted By Charlie Ky

Well my rear brake stops me just fine. My route...

Well my rear brake stops me just fine. My route includes a lot of intersections and I'm usually going ~ 8-9 miles an hour or less as I approach them. The only time I had to stop quickly was when I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-14-22, 07:23 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,673
Posted By Charlie Ky

Thanks, the shop told me I can bring the bike...

Thanks, the shop told me I can bring the bike back in within a year of purchase and they'll do a free tune-up and all. I'm not sure that includes all parts needed but that's no big deal.

I'll go...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-13-22, 08:33 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,673
Posted By Charlie Ky

Ok thanks, I have calipers so I'll use the .5mm...

Ok thanks, I have calipers so I'll use the .5mm mark as a guideline.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-13-22, 06:46 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,673
Posted By Charlie Ky

Brake pads: How many miles do they last ?

My Specialized Roll has about 200 miles on it now. Mostly level pavement riding. In general, how many miles should the pads last ?
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-16-22, 04:30 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,975
Posted By Charlie Ky

That's how I feel today. When I started I was...

That's how I feel today. When I started I was miserable. Was probably in life's final furlong. All my family members who had type II diabetes and we're obese died in their 50's and 60's. I'm shooting...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-16-22, 04:10 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,975
Posted By Charlie Ky

Sorry for the slow reply. I'm a noob to cycling,...

Sorry for the slow reply. I'm a noob to cycling, other than riding an old Schwinn cruiser around the neighborhood for a couple of years. I just bought a Specialized Roll 2.0 a few weeks ago and have...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-12-22, 01:04 PM
Replies: 391
Views: 15,358
Posted By Charlie Ky

Disk Brakes, but I like the folks too.

Disk Brakes, but I like the folks too.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-09-22, 07:18 PM
Replies: 391
Views: 15,358
Posted By Charlie Ky

When my non-riding friends and family see my new...

When my non-riding friends and family see my new bike, more often than not the ask "wow, that has disc brakes ?"

Anyhow I like them.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-02-22, 12:02 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,975
Posted By Charlie Ky

No side effects I've noticed. I take it before a...

No side effects I've noticed. I take it before a meal. Never taken it between meals.

ETA : pricing is all over the place on Berberine. I look for made in US and 95% standardized... costs more but...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-02-22, 10:17 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,975
Posted By Charlie Ky

My advice would be to accept the following ...

My advice would be to accept the following quotes from a book on weight loss as gospel. It was written in the '90s by Philip Lipetz Ph.D. Titled, The Good Calorie Diet.

".. the problem is not...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-02-22, 09:32 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,975
Posted By Charlie Ky

Yes, in March on my last doctor's visit he told...

Yes, in March on my last doctor's visit he told me that to make sure I work my muscle groups, especially my legs. He explained that I am at the point where any additional weight loss will be muscle...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-01-22, 11:36 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,975
Posted By Charlie Ky

Explore Cuisine is the black bean. Starpoint...

Explore Cuisine is the black bean. Starpoint Farms is the edamame brand I use.

I get mine at Kroger. Most decent health food stores probably have them.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-01-22, 08:45 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,975
Posted By Charlie Ky

Yes, do start checking your blood glucose before...

Yes, do start checking your blood glucose before and after your meals. You'll soon identify which foods spike your blood glucose too much. If your meter is over 4-5 years old you may consider a new...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-01-22, 07:55 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,975
Posted By Charlie Ky

Thanks for all the congrats everyone. Just takes...

Thanks for all the congrats everyone. Just takes a little research and diligence !
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-01-22, 07:50 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,975
Posted By Charlie Ky

Yes, 125 is kind of strict/extreme. My doctor...

Yes, 125 is kind of strict/extreme. My doctor said as much, but told me it was fine if I wanted to run with it. It works, and that's all I care about.

As far as net carbs I shoot for 60-70 grams a...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-31-22, 09:49 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,975
Posted By Charlie Ky

Lost 103 Lbs and not done yet

I'm an odd bird of sorts. 64 yo widower and very fortunate in many ways. My health is, according to my pcp, surprisingly good considering my history of poor diet and smoking. I met the covid thing...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-17-22, 06:51 PM
Replies: 6,255
Views: 568,101
Posted By Charlie Ky

6.6 mi on my new bike. Wind was kind of brutal....

6.6 mi on my new bike. Wind was kind of brutal. Not a long ride but hey, I'm a noob. And hooked too.

I'm off work every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Gonna shoot for 10 mi minimum those days,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-14-22, 02:19 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 15,149
Posted By Charlie Ky

Double post

Double post
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-14-22, 02:17 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 15,149
Posted By Charlie Ky

Hmm, if I were a thief and saw handcuffs on a...

Hmm, if I were a thief and saw handcuffs on a bike I would assume it belonged to a police officer. Might be a good deterrent.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-12-22, 08:48 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,448
Posted By Charlie Ky

I have this one. Pumps fast and it's accurate. ...

I have this one. Pumps fast and it's accurate.
https://www.harborfreight.com/high-flow-hand-air-pump-63304.html
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-12-22, 07:12 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 923
Posted By Charlie Ky

Timely thread topic and thank you for your reply...

Timely thread topic and thank you for your reply ! I was wanting to find some decals (non brand related) for my bike and nothing I found online was what I have in mind. I'll just find a few images to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-10-22, 12:01 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,586
Posted By Charlie Ky

Thanks to all for the infomative replys....

Thanks to all for the infomative replys. Especially the advice to go to a local bike shop. The time and fuel costs saved were worth the bump in my budget.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-10-22, 11:30 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,586
Posted By Charlie Ky

I stopped by another small bike shop on the way...

I stopped by another small bike shop on the way to look at the Giants and they are a Specialized dealer. I took a Roll 2.0 For a spin. Shop is in a great area for a test ride as it has some fairly...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-10-22, 09:31 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,586
Posted By Charlie Ky

Mine doesn't have the original rear wheel though....

Mine doesn't have the original rear wheel though. Good info to know for future reference either way.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-10-22, 08:49 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,586
Posted By Charlie Ky

Thanks, but my current bike is an old Schwinn...

Thanks, but my current bike is an old Schwinn cruiser. It's just a Schwinn Hollywood.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-10-22, 08:27 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,586
Posted By Charlie Ky

Ok, thanks.

Ok, thanks.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-10-22, 08:17 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,586
Posted By Charlie Ky

Escape 3 Comfort vs Cypress 2 Are the specs on...

Escape 3 Comfort vs Cypress 2
Are the specs on the Cypress enough to justify the extra cost ?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-10-22, 08:09 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,586
Posted By Charlie Ky

I'm getting ready to head out and look at a...

I'm getting ready to head out and look at a couple of Giant models, and both have suspension seatposts.

Do you mean the bottom shelf brands seatposts ?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-09-22, 11:04 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,586
Posted By Charlie Ky

They show a lot of bikes in stock, so yes it...

They show a lot of bikes in stock, so yes it looks like the place to go.

I'll go out there in the morning.

Is that T Rex in your avatar ?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-09-22, 10:49 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,586
Posted By Charlie Ky

Ok, Middletown cycling shows a medium Giant...

Ok, Middletown cycling shows a medium Giant Escape 3 Comfort in stock. Specs and description look like it will be a good choice.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-09-22, 09:51 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,586
Posted By Charlie Ky

I'll just go to a bike shop and see what they...

I'll just go to a bike shop and see what they have. I basically just want one to ride 15-20 miles a day for exercise at a local park with a loop around it with a lot of semi steep grades.

When I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-09-22, 09:16 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,586
Posted By Charlie Ky

Ok, I have enough posts for a link ...

Ok, I have enough posts for a link
//louisville.craigslist.org/search/sss?query=bicycles (https://louisville.craigslist.org/search/sss?query=bicycles)

Anyone would care to glance at the first...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-09-22, 09:13 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,586
Posted By Charlie Ky

I work on my own vehicle, so a bike shouldn't be...

I work on my own vehicle, so a bike shouldn't be too tough. I wouldn't style myself as a mechanic but I can pull parts and replace them.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-09-22, 08:53 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,586
Posted By Charlie Ky

What brands should I look for for a used bike ? ...

What brands should I look for for a used bike ?
I just checked the Louisville Kentucky Craigslist again and there's quite a few more on there now but a lot of unfamiliar names/makes.

I can spend...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-09-22, 08:25 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,586
Posted By Charlie Ky

Gotcha, Academy is where I saw it I guess I...

Gotcha, Academy is where I saw it

I guess I can check out the local bike shops. I've been watching Craigslist but it's slim pickens.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-09-22, 07:36 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,586
Posted By Charlie Ky

Opinion on this model Schwinn ?

Schwinn Men's Suburban ALX 26 in 21-Speed Hybrid Bike

A local shop has them on sale for 270 usd.

I've been watching for a used one here locally since February and I just can't find anything.
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-12-21, 02:50 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 868
Posted By Charlie Ky

It's giving this newbie a headache. I think I'll...

It's giving this newbie a headache. I think I'll get a 26 ×1.75 wheel and tire and call it a day. That's what I replaced the rear wheel with anyhow. I can probably sell the Schwinn wheel down the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-12-21, 02:39 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 868
Posted By Charlie Ky

Thanks Bill

Thanks Bill
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-12-21, 12:02 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 868
Posted By Charlie Ky

I may be out of luck finding a substitute size.

I may be out of luck finding a substitute size.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-12-21, 11:46 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 868
Posted By Charlie Ky

Good deal, thanks ! The ISO will help me...

Good deal, thanks ! The ISO will help me determine if there is a substitute I can use.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-12-21, 11:27 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 868
Posted By Charlie Ky

Tire Substitution Ok ?

I have a 26" Schwinn front wheel in great condition but the tire is bad and someone put the wrong size tube on it. I tried to look it up but the articles I read require the ISO on the tire and this...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-05-21, 08:16 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 492
Posted By Charlie Ky

Thanks for confirming that as Andy did as well. ...

Thanks for confirming that as Andy did as well.

I don't know the names of all the parts yet but I'm replacing the original Schwinn wheel that the brake is shot on. The Schwinn sprocket isn't...
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