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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-19-24, 05:34 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 2,237
Posted By exercion

My happy spot cadence-wise is 85. But I had to...

My happy spot cadence-wise is 85. But I had to work up to that, as I was a low rpm masher type. I find it much easier on my knees, and I like that I can spin faster if I need or want to dial things...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-10-24, 10:47 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 10,688
Posted By exercion

Good to hear from you. I'm not a year into it, am...

Good to hear from you. I'm not a year into it, am down 42 lbs. I've been going to a barbell class at a local gym usually 3 days a week,ago my weight seems to have plateaued at the moment, but...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-24-23, 09:47 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 552
Posted By exercion

Same here, thus the new belt hole lol. Next step...

Same here, thus the new belt hole lol. Next step after another new hole will be cutting the belt shorter. Keep up the good work, sometimes it's the small things that are their own rewards.

Eric
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-23-23, 09:59 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 552
Posted By exercion

Nbhd

Not New Bike Day, sadly enough, but New Belt Hole Day, which is good enough for me lol.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-24-23, 06:33 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 978
Posted By exercion

I have the other two, the All-day and the Elites....

I have the other two, the All-day and the Elites. I really liked the Elites, and still do, but the All day touring are next level comfort. That said, while I have no experience with the type you...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-07-23, 08:27 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 10,688
Posted By exercion

And assuming that one person's path is the only...

And assuming that one person's path is the only "truth" for everyone, regardless of anyone else's situation is arrogant and unhelpful at best. Jumping into a thread where people are discussing their...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-06-23, 02:49 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 10,688
Posted By exercion

Thanks for the encouragement. I can't express...

Thanks for the encouragement. I can't express just how grateful I am for your words.....mainly because Mom doesn't like me using that kind of language.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-28-23, 06:01 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 10,688
Posted By exercion

I started on this at the end of May. My provider...

I started on this at the end of May. My provider gave tons of information on it at the initial consultation. Started at the .25 dose, had zero issyes. Did take a prescribed anti-nausea med, as...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-22-23, 06:08 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,180
Posted By exercion

Sorry, I missed seeing that when reading on my...

Sorry, I missed seeing that when reading on my phone. It happens
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-22-23, 12:12 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,180
Posted By exercion

I am kinda surprised no one has mentioned the...

I am kinda surprised no one has mentioned the Virginia Tech ratings. If you search for Virginia Tech helmets you should get a link to a fairly impressive site which rates helmets on performance. You...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-06-23, 02:32 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,209
Posted By exercion

Another vote for Aero Tech Designs. Excellent...

Another vote for Aero Tech Designs. Excellent quality, great value. And fantastic shipping and customer service. And as a bonus, they make clothes for larger, or as I like to say, us normal guys, not...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-31-23, 08:57 PM
Replies: 27,125
Views: 3,118,841
Posted By exercion

No pictures, but I did ride today to hit my 200...

No pictures, but I did ride today to hit my 200 mile goal for the month. 201 and change, 5k of climbing, and carting around far more of me than there should be. On a 10 day in a row riding streak.
...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-07-23, 04:23 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,836
Posted By exercion

Riding with friends...trying to get faster and...

Riding with friends...trying to get faster and lighter......and views like this:...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-28-23, 08:09 AM
Replies: 115
Views: 4,794
Posted By exercion

Just made 100

Between work and weather, it was a challenge but I squeaked out 100. Will do better next month.

Eric
Forum: Road Cycling
03-07-23, 08:26 AM
Replies: 122
Views: 5,302
Posted By exercion

Yep Eric

Yep

Eric
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-28-23, 06:47 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 3,710
Posted By exercion

Stopwatch? You're doing better than me, my 40...

Stopwatch? You're doing better than me, my 40 time is clocked with a sundial. I was never a sprinter, so even back in high school I couldn't hit the 5 second mark unless one of the local dinosaurs...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-17-23, 12:20 AM
Replies: 5,338
Views: 842,853
Posted By exercion

Nice shot, thank you. Eric

Nice shot, thank you.

Eric
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-16-23, 10:23 PM
Replies: 5,338
Views: 842,853
Posted By exercion

Where is this, please?

Where is this, please?
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-16-23, 10:22 PM
Replies: 5,338
Views: 842,853
Posted By exercion

Where is this?

Where is this?
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-16-23, 09:40 PM
Replies: 5,338
Views: 842,853
Posted By exercion

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1290/20211021_072122_2_1__48d694e8578d6d3f89d8c9c36e472bcdff03f8ea.jpg
Rolling down the GAP at sunrise. Shot awhile ago.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-16-23, 12:10 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 10,688
Posted By exercion

Thanks for the info. I hope you'll update...

Thanks for the info. I hope you'll update occasionally so we can see how you're doing. Meanwhile, I reckon my doc and I need to have a chat.

Eric
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-13-23, 02:09 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 10,688
Posted By exercion

Following, as I have been wondering if it would...

Following, as I have been wondering if it would help me as well.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-31-23, 02:01 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,907
Posted By exercion

Awesome job Randomn11! I ride for exercise, fun,...

Awesome job Randomn11! I ride for exercise, fun, and to go places. I'm fortunate to live in a state with a ton of rail trails, some quite long, such as the Great Allegheny Passage. I enjoy traveling...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-10-22, 01:03 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 4,006
Posted By exercion

50 to 65 degrees is where I'm finally not...

50 to 65 degrees is where I'm finally not roasting in bibs and jersey. Pretty much when I can start getting into serious riding.

Eric
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-29-22, 07:53 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,444
Posted By exercion

HHmmm haven't been on it at night yet...could be...

HHmmm haven't been on it at night yet...could be interesting
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-29-22, 07:51 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,444
Posted By exercion

Go for it! I rode the GAP last year, Cumberland...

Go for it! I rode the GAP last year, Cumberland to Pittsburgh, had hoped to do the C&O from Cumberland to DC this year but probably won't get to it.

Eric
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-28-22, 02:25 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,444
Posted By exercion

Got fed up, and I think it was a good thing

Hadn't been riding in awhile. I let work, weather, and depression keep me on the couch instead of the bike. Which wasn't exactly a good thing, as you can guess. Anyway, I kicked myself out of the...
Forum: Touring
08-11-22, 10:20 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,713
Posted By exercion

It's a great trail, I rode it with friends a...

It's a great trail, I rode it with friends a couple weeks ago, did it in two days, but we did camp near Slate Run. Trail condition is excellent, compatible with any type of bike you want to use. Best...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-17-22, 06:10 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,777
Posted By exercion

Great trip report, glad to hear you did the ride....

Great trip report, glad to hear you did the ride. Quite a nice accomplishment and it sounds like you came away with memories and stories, so I count it a major success.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-16-22, 06:25 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 3,854
Posted By exercion

To the OP, something that hasn't been mentioned...

To the OP, something that hasn't been mentioned yet is that flat vs. clipless does not have to be an either/or decision. I ride with SPD equipped shoes on all my bikes, road included. However, on my...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-14-22, 02:14 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,165
Posted By exercion

Doesn't integrate with mine, thanks.

Doesn't integrate with mine, thanks.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-14-22, 05:01 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,165
Posted By exercion

My new sensor is IGPSport, and seems a whisker...

My new sensor is IGPSport, and seems a whisker thinner than my dearly departed one. I tucked this one on the NDS arm, almost touching the BB. Just have 10 miles so far, may add some tape, or I am...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-13-22, 08:12 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,165
Posted By exercion

Checkpoint=1 Cadence Sensor=0

Love my bike, but hate trying to fit a cadence sensor on it. Won't clear on the cranks, so I read about putting it on the outside of the chain ring. That worked for about 400 miles, but the sensor...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-13-22, 08:03 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,218
Posted By exercion

I find I really drink a lot on rides, if going by...

I find I really drink a lot on rides, if going by what I read others do. That said, I use camelbak packs, and if it's going to be long, I freeze a bottle or two depending on bike capacity to refill...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-08-22, 10:08 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,676
Posted By exercion

Another plus for Aerotech. They are all I buy...

Another plus for Aerotech. They are all I buy now, great quality, fast shipping, good prices and awesome customer service. They specifically have a section for big (me) and tall (so not me). Oh and...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-23-22, 06:36 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,424
Posted By exercion

I can't speak to that bike specifically, however...

I can't speak to that bike specifically, however I have an older (2009) carbon Synapse that I love. It has handled everything I ask of it, even things I probably shouldn't do. Not the lightest, nor...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-16-22, 06:47 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,755
Posted By exercion

I use iGPSport, forget just which model at the...

I use iGPSport, forget just which model at the moment, but I'm on my second one. Replaced the first one when I got a power meter. They are inexpensive, especially compared to Garmin, has the features...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-15-22, 06:34 PM
Replies: 27,125
Views: 3,118,841
Posted By exercion

Did a nice little 22 mile ride on a branch of the...

Did a nice little 22 mile ride on a branch of the Ghost Town Rail Trail here in Central Pennsylvania.

Eric
Forum: Pills and Ills
05-12-22, 06:03 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,653
Posted By exercion

Thanks for the input everyone, figured I'd...

Thanks for the input everyone, figured I'd follow-up. The ice helps a bunch, though I did a stupid when applying it. Got a nifty inflatable brace/icepack combo that let's me put pressure as well as...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-18-22, 11:14 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,777
Posted By exercion

Check Hampton Inn in Pgh. I stayed there so I...

Check Hampton Inn in Pgh. I stayed there so I could catch the train back to Cumberland, but I hear if you're staying a night there, you can park your car til you get back, and it's about 5 minutes by...
Forum: Pills and Ills
04-18-22, 01:05 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,653
Posted By exercion

Funny you say that as I have been thinking I do...

Funny you say that as I have been thinking I do lock my arms, leading to several comfort issues. And I wouldn't doubt that contributes to this. I added some clip on aero bars because I always liked...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-14-22, 08:18 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,777
Posted By exercion

Yep! I solo'd that exact ride in October. Did it...

Yep! I solo'd that exact ride in October. Did it credit-card fashion on my trusty carbon Synapse. The climb from Cumberland did not trouble me at all, I don't describe it as hard, but rather as...
Forum: Pills and Ills
04-14-22, 08:02 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,653
Posted By exercion

Thanks for the input everyone. I have a strap,...

Thanks for the input everyone. I have a strap, which hopefully will help better now that I also read up on correct application of it. Will definitely try ice too. Heat helped with the pain before, so...
Forum: Pills and Ills
04-12-22, 06:34 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,653
Posted By exercion

"Tennis" elbow?

So it seems I have this in my right arm, never mind that I haven't picked up a tennis racket in more than 40 years lol. Last year it hurt a bunch, but over the winter seemed to get much better. But...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-29-22, 11:06 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,618
Posted By exercion

If it fits you, ride it. Others, me included have...

If it fits you, ride it. Others, me included have ridden road bikes at that weight and above. My road bike is full carbon, including rims, and I've put on a few thousand miles to say the least in the...
Forum: Touring
02-24-22, 05:14 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,951
Posted By exercion

Another Kindle user here. I find the paperwhite...

Another Kindle user here. I find the paperwhite to be easy to read, and light enough to be a non-issue even with the cover (highly recommend covers). I read in the evenings, during meal stops, and...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-03-22, 08:44 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 503
Posted By exercion

NBD plus a couple

Been hunting a gravel bike for awhile, and being 5'2 doesn't help. Came across a couple year old, scarcely ridden Checkpoint ALR5 that followed me home. So far loving it.

...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-03-22, 08:39 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,860
Posted By exercion

Thanks guys. It wound up being a moot point as I...

Thanks guys. It wound up being a moot point as I stumbled across a used Checkpoint in my size.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-21-22, 09:21 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,860
Posted By exercion

Giant Revolt with D-fuse

Curious if anyone here rides the Revolt or other bike with Giants D-fuse seatpost? I'm looking hard at getting one, but also have read about some people having issues with sliding posts. I'm 230/240...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-22-21, 08:51 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,505
Posted By exercion

Those sound like great trips. I'm not familiar...

Those sound like great trips. I'm not familiar with the movie enough to have heard of the house, but maybe next trip. I solo'd this one and now am trying to scare up a small group of friends to ride...
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