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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-07-12, 11:08 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,625
Posted By slotibartfast

I used to get numb hands while riding, too. The...

I used to get numb hands while riding, too. The advice I got was to make sure to keep my wrists straight and not to let them bend too much. Worked wonders - no more numbness. Good luck and good...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
05-30-12, 04:19 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 748
Posted By slotibartfast

Hey, nice website. Just put you on my Favorites...

Hey, nice website. Just put you on my Favorites list. Keep up the good work. Looking forward to more interviews.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-14-11, 06:28 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,616
Posted By slotibartfast

I love my Brooks B17! Looks like it'd be as...

I love my Brooks B17! Looks like it'd be as comfortable as a 2X4, but it's great. Put one on my road bike 7 years ago and went for a 45 mile ride the next day - no pain, just comfort.
Forum: Pacific Northwest
02-21-10, 06:44 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,101
Posted By slotibartfast

I hope all you have is just bumps and bruises -...

I hope all you have is just bumps and bruises - could have been a lot worse. +1 for getting a good lawyer - it's the only way to go. Glad you're mostly OK. Hang in there.
Forum: Pacific Northwest
02-18-10, 12:25 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,340
Posted By slotibartfast

That looks like a great ride. I have GOT to find...

That looks like a great ride. I have GOT to find a way to move back to Spokane.
Forum: Pacific Northwest
04-06-09, 05:00 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,001
Posted By slotibartfast

Nice pics, Tanner. Makes me homesick. It's...

Nice pics, Tanner. Makes me homesick. It's great that you're finally getting some nice weather over there after the robust winter. I really miss riding around the South Hill and the Centennial...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-04-08, 11:14 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,742
Posted By slotibartfast

Bianchi, Bianchi, Bianchi. It's tough to...

Bianchi, Bianchi, Bianchi.

It's tough to beat a Campy grouppo. Smooth, buttery, exotic.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-20-08, 01:13 AM
Replies: 192
Views: 8,639
Posted By slotibartfast

52-60 - Spokane, WA 60-61 - Rapid City, SD ...

52-60 - Spokane, WA
60-61 - Rapid City, SD
61-65 - Missoula, MT
65-69 - Grangeville, ID
69-70 - Colville, WA
70-72 - Moscow, ID
72-74 - Pullman, WA
74-77 - Spokane, WA
77-78 - Rock Springs,...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
05-20-08, 12:49 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 781
Posted By slotibartfast

Great job, CyclePierce! You picked one of the...

Great job, CyclePierce! You picked one of the prettiest trails around to get back into cycling. It's my favorite one around here and I plan on hitting it a lot now that the weather has turned a bit...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-07-08, 04:52 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 768
Posted By slotibartfast

A Brooks B17 is absolutely the best saddle you...

A Brooks B17 is absolutely the best saddle you can get hands-down. I tried all sorts of saddles from the biggest manufacturers (Selle Italia, etc) and nothing is as comfortable for me as a Brooks...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
04-03-08, 09:39 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 913
Posted By slotibartfast

Hadn't seen this before. Thanks for posting.

Hadn't seen this before. Thanks for posting.
Forum: Pacific Northwest
02-29-08, 05:52 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,035
Posted By slotibartfast

I would definitely check out the Trail of the...

I would definitely check out the Trail of the Coeur d'alenes. If you're in CDA, I'd suggest going in at Cataldo and going north to Eanaville, then back south to Bull Run. From where you'll be, that...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
12-07-07, 06:03 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 769
Posted By slotibartfast

The vaiduct got to go. And we should do it...

The vaiduct got to go. And we should do it rather than Mother Nature. It's ugly and dangerous. San Francisco took down their "viaduct" some years ago and it didn't affect traffic as much as...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
10-21-07, 12:34 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 831
Posted By slotibartfast

Fantastic idea, East Hill. Unfortunately, I'm...

Fantastic idea, East Hill. Unfortunately, I'm working next weekend and won't be able to ride with you guys. Sorry.
Forum: Pacific Northwest
10-21-07, 12:05 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 785
Posted By slotibartfast

The Cedar River Trail from 405 to the Highway 18...

The Cedar River Trail from 405 to the Highway 18 overpass is pretty straight and only slightly uphill - you're following the river, after all. There are a few stoplights, but not many.

If you...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
09-26-07, 04:53 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 875
Posted By slotibartfast

My God! He's gorgeous! :-) It was nice to...

My God! He's gorgeous! :-) It was nice to meet you today, East Hill. I agree a meet and greet ride with some other south King County folks would be fun. Smurf Hunter, were you out today? If...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
09-25-07, 12:11 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 875
Posted By slotibartfast

I ride either a silver/black Gary Fisher Utopia...

I ride either a silver/black Gary Fisher Utopia or a celeste Bianchi road bike. Don't think I'll make it out tomorrow but probably be there on Wednesday am.
Forum: Pacific Northwest
09-24-07, 04:59 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 875
Posted By slotibartfast

Sorry I didn't see you, East Hill. I missed you...

Sorry I didn't see you, East Hill. I missed you by about an hour. I may bump into you sometime this week - I'm on vacation so I can ride in the a.m.
Forum: Pacific Northwest
09-24-07, 12:46 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 875
Posted By slotibartfast

Soos Creek Trail

I haven't hit the Soos Creek Trail for a couple of months now, but I went out this morning and was pleased (and surprised) that the trail extension to SE 192nd Street is now open! Did I miss this on...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
07-25-07, 11:42 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 646
Posted By slotibartfast

I don't think we've crossed paths yet, East Hill....

I don't think we've crossed paths yet, East Hill. As I recall, you ride Soos Creek much earlier in the day than I do - and much more frequently. Had an absolutely great ride today. My first ride...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
07-25-07, 07:24 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 646
Posted By slotibartfast

Picked mine up at the vehicle license storefront...

Picked mine up at the vehicle license storefront in Covington, of all places. Surprised me. Kent has a library? Again, I'm surprised!
Forum: Pacific Northwest
07-25-07, 07:18 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,114
Posted By slotibartfast

Also take a look at Velo Bike Shop - they service...

Also take a look at Velo Bike Shop - they service Campy stuff. It's in a...let's say....eclectic part of town, but if you're from SF, you'll feel right at home.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-09-07, 11:30 PM
Replies: 119
Views: 3,856
Posted By slotibartfast

Go for it! I've got a Brooks B17 on my Bianchi. ...

Go for it! I've got a Brooks B17 on my Bianchi. Feels great - best saddle I've ever had.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-25-07, 10:42 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,264
Posted By slotibartfast

I seem to fall every 133 miles on the average. ...

I seem to fall every 133 miles on the average. Just too stupid to remember to unclip, turning too sharply and hitting the toe overlap, or unclipping one foot and leaning the other way. Dumb, dumb,...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-25-07, 06:30 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,415
Posted By slotibartfast

Don't feel too bad. Teenage girls WILL NOT,...

Don't feel too bad. Teenage girls WILL NOT, under any circumstances, move from walking beside each other to single file. I see it everyday in the store I work in. It's got to be some sort of pack...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-22-07, 11:43 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 687
Posted By slotibartfast

The answer is obvious - you need ANOTHER bike! ...

The answer is obvious - you need ANOTHER bike! Get a hybrid/fitness bike with toe clips - it'd be perfect for rides with the family and then you'd have a ride you could also use for...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-26-07, 11:21 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,114
Posted By slotibartfast

Great looking bike! You'll never regret getting...

Great looking bike! You'll never regret getting a Bianchi. Just remember to unclip at the stop signs.....
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-26-07, 05:44 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,272
Posted By slotibartfast

You can take my Brooks B17 when you pry it out of...

You can take my Brooks B17 when you pry it out of my cold dead....um.....cheeks.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-26-07, 05:27 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,114
Posted By slotibartfast

Powerglide - I couldn't believe you choice of...

Powerglide - I couldn't believe you choice of bikes - I also started out with a 2002 Gary Fisher Utopia just like you - then I graduated to a 2003 Bianchi Veloce. It seems that your taste in...
Forum: Introductions
01-02-07, 11:10 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 287
Posted By slotibartfast

Hi BK 1066. Welcome. Hopefully it'll stop...

Hi BK 1066. Welcome. Hopefully it'll stop raining soon around here. It was sure coming down today. After the holidays, it'll be nice to get out and get some exercise.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-21-06, 01:27 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,117
Posted By slotibartfast

I'm about your weight and I've been riding a...

I'm about your weight and I've been riding a Bianchi Veloce for the past 3 years. The steel ride is smooth, it'll support your weight with no problem, and you get a campy groupo. What could be...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
10-11-06, 08:31 PM
Replies: 1,187
Views: 155,023
Posted By slotibartfast

East Hill - I'm normally on the trail a little...

East Hill - I'm normally on the trail a little later than you - around 10:00 or 11:00. Today, I was lazy and mowed the lawn first and didn't get to the trail til around noon. Beautiful day for a...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
10-08-06, 11:59 PM
Replies: 1,187
Views: 155,023
Posted By slotibartfast

I'm in Covington, WA, south of Seattle and just...

I'm in Covington, WA, south of Seattle and just east of Kent. Moved here just over a year ago from Spokane and mostly cycle on the Soos Creek Trail and the Green River Trail. Not brave enough to...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-11-06, 12:30 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 617
Posted By slotibartfast

Congrats on your new purchase! I've got an 03...

Congrats on your new purchase! I've got an 03 Veloce and I love it. Very comfortable, quick, and fast. Always nice to see a new member join the Celeste Army. Pics?
Forum: Road Cycling
05-17-06, 10:47 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,209
Posted By slotibartfast

This has been my favorite pair of bibs for the...

This has been my favorite pair of bibs for the past 2 seasons. They'll go on sale periodically for 49.95, so watch the site.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-07-06, 09:25 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,409
Posted By slotibartfast

Do you mean "Velo?" - http://www.velowear.com/ ...

Do you mean "Velo?" - http://www.velowear.com/ If so, this company is very good. I especially like their Avanti bib short - it's comfortable and goes on sale every year for around 49.00.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-05-06, 12:47 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,015
Posted By slotibartfast

Got home late from work today, so just time for...

Got home late from work today, so just time for dinner. Day off tomorrow and it looks like the only non-rain day for the foreseeable future. Planning on hitting either the Cedar River or Green...
Forum: Recreational & Family
03-16-06, 11:34 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,221
Posted By slotibartfast

Bicycles West is also a pretty good LBS. I'm new...

Bicycles West is also a pretty good LBS. I'm new to the area and work close to their Tukwila location. Took my ride in for a spring tune up and they did a great job. They also had a good...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-06-06, 10:00 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 24,262
Posted By slotibartfast

B17 on my 03 Bianchi Veloce

B17 on my 03 Bianchi Veloce
Forum: Road Cycling
02-03-06, 10:36 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 3,446
Posted By slotibartfast

I love using the drops.....except that my knees...

I love using the drops.....except that my knees keep beating up my beer gut. Time to get back on the trainer, I guess.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-25-06, 11:51 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,100
Posted By slotibartfast

Wow, you got a hell of a deal. Congrats! I feel...

Wow, you got a hell of a deal. Congrats! I feel that celeste for a Bianchi is the only way to go. Enjoy!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-25-06, 01:04 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,100
Posted By slotibartfast

Great choice, Marmalade! Of course, I'm biased...

Great choice, Marmalade! Of course, I'm biased with your decision. You'll love the bike! Welcome to the celeste army! What color? Where did you buy it? I really dig the Campy groupo. ...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-16-06, 08:57 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,100
Posted By slotibartfast

Marmalade, I see that you're in Eastern...

Marmalade, I see that you're in Eastern Washington. If you're in Spokane, Wheel Sport carries Bianchi - the stores on Division and the South Hill carry more Bianchis than the one in the Valley - and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-15-06, 10:09 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,100
Posted By slotibartfast

Bianchi Vigorelli, yes. If you want to go with...

Bianchi Vigorelli, yes. If you want to go with Campy, check out the Bianchi Veloce.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-14-06, 09:59 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 652
Posted By slotibartfast

First of all, welcome to the forums. You'll find...

First of all, welcome to the forums. You'll find a lot of useful info here. You need to think about what kind of riding you want to be doing......you said local streets on smooth, flat concrete. ...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-14-06, 09:45 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 723
Posted By slotibartfast

It's amazing that an LBS would only let you ride...

It's amazing that an LBS would only let you ride around one block for a test ride. They know that's not long enough for you to form an opinion. Since your posting in the +50 forum, I assume you're...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-11-06, 07:24 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,277
Posted By slotibartfast

Take a look at the Bianchi Veloce. I have a 2003...

Take a look at the Bianchi Veloce. I have a 2003 version. Smooth steel ride and fast, too. Not too expensive. Here's a link:

http://www.bianchiusa.com/06_veloce.html
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-11-06, 12:51 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 689
Posted By slotibartfast

WAY TO GO! Never apologize for getting what you...

WAY TO GO! Never apologize for getting what you may think is "too much bike for me." If you can afford it, go for it. I like your style - your story is inspiring. I can't wait for the monsoons to...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-05-05, 10:43 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 2,691
Posted By slotibartfast

Letterman or Oprah? Man, Paul Schafer would kick...

Letterman or Oprah? Man, Paul Schafer would kick both their asses!

Ginger or Mary Ann?
Forum: Road Cycling
11-12-05, 01:06 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,056
Posted By slotibartfast

You'll like riding clipless - it's just so more...

You'll like riding clipless - it's just so more efficient and fun. Just get ready to fall at sometime in the first couple of rides. Luckily, you won't be going fast and the fall will be more of an...
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