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Forum: Road Cycling
01-01-24, 09:36 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 429
Posted By returnoftheyeti

Mechanix Gloves is all I wear when riding. No...

Mechanix Gloves is all I wear when riding. No padding, but washable.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0001VNZQE/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&th=1

They last about a year - 14...
Forum: Southern California
12-29-23, 01:40 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 391
Posted By returnoftheyeti

I've got 120 Miles to go, 40 miles at 3 days. I...

I've got 120 Miles to go, 40 miles at 3 days. I did 56 miles on the trainer 3 days ago, and it looks like 40 miles on the trainer today. Stupid rain. Fortunately my wife and I do not care about...
Forum: Southwest
12-18-23, 02:01 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,056
Posted By returnoftheyeti

https://www.******.com/r/Tucson/comments/18ktykg/c...

https://www.******.com/r/Tucson/comments/18ktykg/cycling_100_miles_in_february_is_this_a_good_route/

This got spicy...

I think this is going to be my route:...
Forum: Southwest
12-17-23, 04:42 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,056
Posted By returnoftheyeti

Ooo. I might do this. ...

Ooo. I might do this.

https://www.strava.com/routes/3171427269143250276

Has Gates Pass the opposite direction I went last year and has the East Park loop. What more could a guy want.
...
Forum: Southwest
12-17-23, 12:30 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 936
Posted By returnoftheyeti

Is the Tour De Tucson route good if I want to do...

Is the Tour De Tucson route good if I want to do a century at the end of January, or are there better options more on the Loop?
Forum: Southwest
12-17-23, 12:19 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,056
Posted By returnoftheyeti

Ill be there from the 24th to the 28th. Looking...

Ill be there from the 24th to the 28th. Looking to do a century ride this time, one of the days.

Id appreciate and route suggestions

I loved Saguaro East last year and may want to add that loop...
Forum: Northern California
10-24-23, 10:46 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 908
Posted By returnoftheyeti

https://www.summitpost.org/twin-peaks-north-merced...

https://www.summitpost.org/twin-peaks-north-merced-county/828818
Forum: Southern California
07-30-23, 05:01 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 858
Posted By returnoftheyeti

Tour De Big Bear - Free 70 mile registration

I signed up for a 70 Mile Tour De Big Bear, and can not go. I am happy to hand it off if someone wants it.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-12-23, 09:03 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 976
Posted By returnoftheyeti

Comparing an Allez to a Tarmac

I have a 2018 Tarmac, carbon, 105 groupset, rim brakes, fully stock for that year. I also have a 2020 Allez, aluminum, 105 groupset, rim brakes, fully stock as well.

Ok, so they are not “stock”...
Forum: Northern California
02-12-23, 10:29 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 814
Posted By returnoftheyeti

I did it last year and it was amazing. Decided...

I did it last year and it was amazing. Decided to do Tour de Big Bear 2023. Good Luck, Mammoth is tons of fun.
Forum: Southwest
02-04-23, 12:12 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,709
Posted By returnoftheyeti

Yeah, thats why I am here. Wife is shopping, I am...

Yeah, thats why I am here. Wife is shopping, I am riding. I am lucky I guess, I drop her off at 9 or 10 where she wants to go, and pick her back up around 4 or 5. Gives me basically 2 full days to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-07-23, 07:39 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,296
Posted By returnoftheyeti

I wear Santic, you can get it on Amazon, Black...

I wear Santic, you can get it on Amazon,
Black Bibs might meet your price range as well.

I need XS in both, I am about 5”6’ and 130
Forum: Training & Nutrition
11-08-22, 08:50 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 739
Posted By returnoftheyeti

So, what you are saying is I cant sprint for 15...

So, what you are saying is I cant sprint for 15 minutes? 😒😁
Forum: Training & Nutrition
11-07-22, 09:16 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 739
Posted By returnoftheyeti

I have 2 goals, sprint longer, and increase average speed.

I have 2 goals, I want to be able to sprint a longer distance, and I’d like to push up my overall average speed. With winter hitting, and being on the trainer, what training platform should I look...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-06-22, 10:00 AM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,399,565
Posted By returnoftheyeti

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/172fc608_b764_41fa_8f92_9dabacc0bdc4_19cf146757b635d7a4b54d123601b307ede679f0.jpeg...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-06-22, 09:52 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 4,861
Posted By returnoftheyeti

Has anyone mentioned Berm Peak and Berm Peak...

Has anyone mentioned Berm Peak and Berm Peak Express? Seth does a great job and I really enjoy the flip bike series.

https://youtu.be/Y2dXMKWpwj0
Forum: Northern California
09-04-22, 08:13 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 728
Posted By returnoftheyeti

Mammoth Gran Fondo - Next Weekend

So I am doing the Medio 70 mile ride next weekend, and I am just curious, do you know how long you have to finish the course? I did 70 miles today in 5 hours of riding and 6 total (an hour stopped)....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-25-22, 07:20 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,117,209
Posted By returnoftheyeti

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

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Forum: Northern California
08-10-22, 10:04 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 821
Posted By returnoftheyeti

Diablo Gravel Route

Any suggestions for a ~30ish mile Gravel Bike route for Diablo this Friday? I’ll be in Almo for work and I want to get a good ride in. I’d really prefer to stay away from the Hike-A-Bike hills if at...
Forum: Northern California
08-06-22, 09:06 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,055
Posted By returnoftheyeti

https://12ft.io remove paywalls. or ...

https://12ft.io

remove paywalls.

or

get a PiHole
Forum: Road Cycling
07-31-22, 10:47 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,544
Posted By returnoftheyeti

I was able to create 2 (actually decent) Segments...

I was able to create 2 (actually decent) Segments in Oyster Point in SSF and get the KOM for both! And the Local Legend. Its only because the race boyz dont ride the commute routes, but hey, at...
Forum: Northern California
07-11-22, 11:07 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,791
Posted By returnoftheyeti

If you are in Balboa Park, make sure you check...

If you are in Balboa Park, make sure you check out San Bruno mountain and Radio road. I live in Glen Park, dig through my feed and you will see a lot of the common routes in our hood.
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-09-22, 08:58 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 202
Posted By returnoftheyeti

Rim brakes on a 2018 Tarmac Sport

I have a 2018 Tarmac sport with Axis 1.0 caliper brakes, what pads should I buy? Lots of riding in traffic (sudden stops), long downhills, and some super steep short segments where I have to ride...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-08-22, 04:58 PM
Replies: 6,107
Views: 555,968
Posted By returnoftheyeti

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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Slowed down a bit at the end, some wandering around...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-07-22, 09:34 PM
Replies: 6,107
Views: 555,968
Posted By returnoftheyeti

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1080x1080/7c9b01c9_f66b_4918_b350_7f72c46a869d_a5ebe2ea29b8db2c3f221a469dd8abd97a3f5389.jpeg

25.7 and happy the Great Sandway was closed to...
Forum: Northern California
04-07-22, 09:24 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,059
Posted By returnoftheyeti

Check out BABIke on ******, I guess a couple...

Check out BABIke on ******, I guess a couple mountain bikers got jacked at gunpoint.

/r/babike
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-07-22, 09:16 PM
Replies: 188
Views: 10,389
Posted By returnoftheyeti

wait, you can ride a bike on the Indy speedway? ...

wait, you can ride a bike on the Indy speedway? Why do I suddenly want to do this?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-05-22, 09:04 PM
Replies: 188
Views: 10,389
Posted By returnoftheyeti

Women love it when strange guys come up behind...

Women love it when strange guys come up behind them and keep pace. They also love it when you stalk them with Strava flybys, and like all their rides for the last 3 years. Make sure you compliment...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-29-22, 09:57 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,256
Posted By returnoftheyeti

I use SKS raceblades on my Diverge.

I use SKS raceblades on my Diverge.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-22-22, 10:22 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,075
Posted By returnoftheyeti

I do love me a good McFlurry. They used to...

I do love me a good McFlurry. They used to actually flurry them, but now its just soft serve.

I quit smoking by eating Oreo flurries.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-23-22, 09:36 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,482
Posted By returnoftheyeti

You will all have fun then looking through these...

You will all have fun then looking through these listings. Some of this seems stupid expensive.

https://www.ebay.com/sch/scratchanddentcycles/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_ipg=&_from=
Forum: Road Cycling
02-19-22, 06:00 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,482
Posted By returnoftheyeti

Its listed at just under $600 with shipping,...

Its listed at just under $600 with shipping, which I believe is about 40% off MSRP.

It has the Sora groupset, and its complete, not just the frameset.

I feel like I would pull the trigger if...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-19-22, 10:09 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,482
Posted By returnoftheyeti

Its brand new on eBay as damaged /non-operating. ...

Its brand new on eBay as damaged /non-operating. The price is good for a low end Allez, but its not a steal. Its my size, and I could use it as a trainer/commuter bike.

Considering it, but not...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-18-22, 05:08 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,482
Posted By returnoftheyeti

Dented Top Tube

Would you guys ride a bike with a dented top tube like this? Aluminum frame, I dont actually see an issue here. What do you think?

...
Forum: Southwest
02-02-22, 09:57 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,709
Posted By returnoftheyeti

Went up to Summerhaven yesterday. Holy **** it...

Went up to Summerhaven yesterday. Holy **** it got cold above 7000 ft. I was pretty much done in a couple miles past Windy Point. I stopped at the Ranger Station and had a protein bar and rested,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-17-22, 08:51 PM
Replies: 6,107
Views: 555,968
Posted By returnoftheyeti

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

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1080x1080/e22d6909_0fab_4277_b40b_70cf2598ed79_592d5839b7c771889c1ae22ba514474f76fb2afb.jpeg
To the top of Mt. Hamilton.
Forum: Northern California
11-22-21, 08:14 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,456
Posted By returnoftheyeti

https://www.******.com/r/BAbike/comments/qyn0kv/al...

https://www.******.com/r/BAbike/comments/qyn0kv/almost_ticketed_on_mt_diablo/
Forum: Northern California
11-16-21, 09:35 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,466
Posted By returnoftheyeti

Wait, WTF? How did he steal a bike? Just grab...

Wait, WTF? How did he steal a bike? Just grab it and toss in the back of the truck? What happened to the cyclist? And in the end he got away on the bike he stole, cause the cops just waited for...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-16-21, 09:29 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,492
Posted By returnoftheyeti

Pretty much what I figured. I will reach my...

Pretty much what I figured. I will reach my limits before the bike limits.

Thx
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-14-21, 05:29 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,492
Posted By returnoftheyeti

How rough is too rough?

So I have a new Diverge Comp Carbon with the future shock. I am starting to get comfortable riding down the steep fire roads at a pretty good pace. Of course they are rutted and washboard and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-25-21, 07:03 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 422
Posted By returnoftheyeti

Need new GRX front derailleur limiting screw

If one was adjusting their GRX front derailleur limiting screw, and one might have backed it out too far, so that when one went on a test ride, how does one find the correct screw on the Jungle...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-24-21, 05:58 PM
Replies: 154
Views: 8,015
Posted By returnoftheyeti

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/89beb0de_f576_45c4_9ccb_1b3613479d0f_78a5dda2a3679fce3cee2f2930412a52368f4534.jpeg

SPD pedals, bottle cages, wahoo sensors and...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-10-21, 10:54 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 874
Posted By returnoftheyeti

Ehh, it sold out from under me. I was going to...

Ehh, it sold out from under me. I was going to strip it down and use it as a winter beater/ trainer bike. Finding a decent cheap bike in my size in my area is damn near impossible.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-08-21, 06:28 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 874
Posted By returnoftheyeti

hero

hero
Forum: Road Cycling
10-08-21, 11:19 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 874
Posted By returnoftheyeti

Can anyone make a reasonable guess to year and groupset on this Allez

Looking to buy this off of FB Marketplace because why not, but curious if anyone has a good guess to the year and what groupset it has.

thanks. ...
Forum: Northern California
10-06-21, 09:53 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,786
Posted By returnoftheyeti

https://youtu.be/YZ12rxMFTHw Maybe they...

https://youtu.be/YZ12rxMFTHw

Maybe they should just stop rebuilding it after its destroyed every time.
Forum: Northern California
10-03-21, 03:49 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,103
Posted By returnoftheyeti

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1123x1103/83f73c04_7f32_4869_a8bb_3ed3d3e09104_24001aca3712e82cb1b82b9bd57bf5dfedfb2fb8.jpeg
I think Tunites is more difficult.

This was a...
Forum: Northern California
10-01-21, 10:06 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,482
Posted By returnoftheyeti

Ha ha ha. I love that sign.

Ha ha ha. I love that sign.
Forum: Northern California
09-29-21, 09:47 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,103
Posted By returnoftheyeti

yeah, Sunday. I am not always that smart.

yeah, Sunday. I am not always that smart.
Forum: Northern California
09-29-21, 09:46 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,103
Posted By returnoftheyeti

https://1bvcds2l78kp3btc1c45z7tx-wpengine.netdna-s...

https://1bvcds2l78kp3btc1c45z7tx-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/uploads/2021-full-century-0929.pdf

Haha 700 ft of elevation.

I could do that. 😳
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