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Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-12-10, 12:55 PM
Replies: 468
Views: 47,417
Posted By Coloradopenguin

Just had this discussion during a small group...

Just had this discussion during a small group ride Saturday. Over the same relatively flat 30+ route, I consistently average 14 to 14.5 mph on my Specialized Sirrus Comp. Over a 35-mile course with a...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-28-08, 11:21 AM
Replies: 308
Views: 11,281
Posted By Coloradopenguin

01-07-08 -- 194 01-14-08 -- 194 01-21-08 --...

01-07-08 -- 194
01-14-08 -- 194
01-21-08 -- 195
01-28-08 -- 194

Yeah! Good week of activities -- downhill skiing, walking the dogs in the snow, some sessions on the trainer -- and the weight...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-21-08, 11:10 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,627
Posted By Coloradopenguin

But still young at heart! :bday: Along with...

But still young at heart!

:bday: Along with the rest of us, happy birthday.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-21-08, 10:41 AM
Replies: 308
Views: 11,281
Posted By Coloradopenguin

01-07-08 -- 194 01-14-08 -- 194 01-21-08 --...

01-07-08 -- 194
01-14-08 -- 194
01-21-08 -- 195

:eek: !!! Too many church potlucks and leftover holiday treats !!!

And way too little will power! :p
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-14-08, 11:12 AM
Replies: 308
Views: 11,281
Posted By Coloradopenguin

01-07-08 -- 194 01-14-08 -- 194

01-07-08 -- 194
01-14-08 -- 194
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-14-08, 10:16 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,150
Posted By Coloradopenguin

From my experience, spinning gives you a harder...

From my experience, spinning gives you a harder workout because the instructor keeps pushing. As a solo bike rider, the class environment was different and I still chat with the folks from that class...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-07-08, 05:55 PM
Replies: 308
Views: 11,281
Posted By Coloradopenguin

Okay, I'll switch as well . . . As posted in...

Okay, I'll switch as well . . .

As posted in the other thread:

01/07/08 -- 194 lbs.

I too watched my weigh go up during the holidays. Lots of family gatherings, good food, good friends. At...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-07-08, 03:42 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,943
Posted By Coloradopenguin

I've never had the need, but I have to wonder if...

I've never had the need, but I have to wonder if it's because my riding is at elevation, and with very little humidity.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-07-08, 03:36 PM
Replies: 768
Views: 28,658
Posted By Coloradopenguin

Let's start 2008 off with a clean slate: ...

Let's start 2008 off with a clean slate:
01-07-2008 -- 194

Although I did not end the year at my target weight of 185, I did drop about 10 pounds in 2007, and am down 20 pounds from 2006. Weather...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-17-07, 12:47 PM
Replies: 768
Views: 28,658
Posted By Coloradopenguin

2007 ... Week 19 -- 197*** (new scales-new...

2007
...
Week 19 -- 197*** (new scales-new starting point for 2007)
Week 20 -- 196 (-1)
Week 21 -- 195 (-2)
--snip--
11-05-07 -- 191 (-6)
11-12-07 -- 192 (-5)
11-26-07 -- 192 (-5)
12-03-07...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-10-07, 10:02 AM
Replies: 768
Views: 28,658
Posted By Coloradopenguin

2007 ... Week 19 -- 197*** (new scales-new...

2007
...
Week 19 -- 197*** (new scales-new starting point for 2007)
Week 20 -- 196 (-1)
Week 21 -- 195 (-2)
--snip--
11-05-07 -- 191 (-6)
11-12-07 -- 192 (-5)
11-26-07 -- 192 (-5)
12-03-07...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-26-07, 05:43 PM
Replies: 768
Views: 28,658
Posted By Coloradopenguin

2007 ... Week 19 -- 197*** (new scales-new...

2007
...
Week 19 -- 197*** (new scales-new starting point for 2007)
Week 20 -- 196 (-1)
Week 21 -- 195 (-2)
Week 22 -- 194 (-3)
Week 23 -- 195 (-2)
Week 24 -- 194 (-3)
Week 25 -- 194 (-3)...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-13-07, 11:38 AM
Replies: 768
Views: 28,658
Posted By Coloradopenguin

2007 ... Week 19 -- 197*** (new scales-new...

2007
...
Week 19 -- 197*** (new scales-new starting point for 2007)
Week 20 -- 196 (-1)
Week 21 -- 195 (-2)
Week 22 -- 194 (-3)
Week 23 -- 195 (-2)
Week 24 -- 194 (-3)
Week 25 -- 194 (-3)...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-05-07, 11:45 AM
Replies: 768
Views: 28,658
Posted By Coloradopenguin

2007 ... Week 19 -- 197*** (new scales-new...

2007
...
Week 19 -- 197*** (new scales-new starting point for 2007)
Week 20 -- 196 (-1)
Week 21 -- 195 (-2)
Week 22 -- 194 (-3)
Week 23 -- 195 (-2)
Week 24 -- 194 (-3)
Week 25 -- 194 (-3)...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-22-07, 10:42 PM
Replies: 768
Views: 28,658
Posted By Coloradopenguin

2007 ... Week 19 -- 197*** (new scales-new...

2007
...
Week 19 -- 197*** (new scales-new starting point for 2007)
Week 20 -- 196 (-1)
Week 21 -- 195 (-2)
Week 22 -- 194 (-3)
Week 23 -- 195 (-2)
Week 24 -- 194 (-3)
Week 25 -- 194 (-3)...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-15-07, 08:51 AM
Replies: 768
Views: 28,658
Posted By Coloradopenguin

2007 ... Week 19 -- 197*** (new scales-new...

2007
...
Week 19 -- 197*** (new scales-new starting point for 2007)
Week 20 -- 196 (-1)
Week 21 -- 195 (-2)
Week 22 -- 194 (-3)
Week 23 -- 195 (-2)
Week 24 -- 194 (-3)
Week 25 -- 194 (-3)...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-12-07, 10:54 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 544
Posted By Coloradopenguin

As with most things, it really depends what you...

As with most things, it really depends what you want out of a camera. If you want good prints, anything less than 4 mg pixels is not going to keep you happy. I'm shooting with a bulky hand-me-down...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-10-07, 09:03 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 607
Posted By Coloradopenguin

BlueDawg, Congrats for a fine ride. There is...

BlueDawg,
Congrats for a fine ride. There is nothing like riding with your kids . . .
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-10-07, 05:08 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 878
Posted By Coloradopenguin

That's the one.

That's the one.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-10-07, 05:02 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 878
Posted By Coloradopenguin

You are correct that if I were looking for a new...

You are correct that if I were looking for a new bike, the Roubaix would be at the top of the list.

This morning I was a little worried as I started out on a ride on my "old" Sirrus, thinking I...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-10-07, 02:06 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 878
Posted By Coloradopenguin

Stapfam, The BLUE AND WHITE ROUBAIX was a...

Stapfam,
The BLUE AND WHITE ROUBAIX was a terrific bike. All carbon, with a smooth ride. I found it was very comfortable transition from my Sirrus. I was a little worried about changing seats for...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-10-07, 01:30 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 878
Posted By Coloradopenguin

Good question. Don't know when, but I know there...

Good question. Don't know when, but I know there will be another, an another . . . Not a lot of organized century rides in my neighborhood, so it will probably be something on my own again. I've got...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-10-07, 01:19 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 878
Posted By Coloradopenguin

George, Figured out what happened to the...

George,
Figured out what happened to the photos. We'll try this again.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-09-07, 09:19 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 878
Posted By Coloradopenguin

The climbing was a cumulative effect of the...

The climbing was a cumulative effect of the rolling hills. Other than a handful of modest grades, it was easy rolling hills -- much easier than the long, steady grades around my home in Colorado.
...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-09-07, 08:14 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 878
Posted By Coloradopenguin

The Maine Event - a first century report

Time to toot my own horn! Rode my first century on Saturday with my 24-year-old son Kevin, supported by his girl friend and my wife. The route was entirely our own, between Portsmouth, New Hampshire,...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-09-07, 11:26 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 2,323
Posted By Coloradopenguin

Remember, just as some bike riders like to coast...

Remember, just as some bike riders like to coast down the "negative-slope" side of a hill, there are those select few who shift gears and keep on spinnin' :roflmao:

I'm ready to howl with Coyote!...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-08-07, 08:08 PM
Replies: 768
Views: 28,658
Posted By Coloradopenguin

2007 ... Week 19 -- 197*** (new scales-new...

2007
...
Week 19 -- 197*** (new scales-new starting point for 2007)
Week 20 -- 196 (-1)
Week 21 -- 195 (-2)
Week 22 -- 194 (-3)
Week 23 -- 195 (-2)
Week 24 -- 194 (-3)
Week 25 -- 194 (-3)...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-01-07, 10:47 AM
Replies: 768
Views: 28,658
Posted By Coloradopenguin

Snowshoeing is my preferred winter outdoor...

Snowshoeing is my preferred winter outdoor workout, and is a nice transition from biking. Both rely on the lower body muscles and a good biking season leads to a good snowshoeing season. We have some...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-01-07, 09:24 AM
Replies: 768
Views: 28,658
Posted By Coloradopenguin

2007 ... Week 19 -- 197*** (new scales-new...

2007
...
Week 19 -- 197*** (new scales-new starting point for 2007)
Week 20 -- 196 (-1)
Week 21 -- 195 (-2)
Week 22 -- 194 (-3)
Week 23 -- 195 (-2)
Week 24 -- 194 (-3)
Week 25 -- 194 (-3)...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-26-07, 05:33 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 502
Posted By Coloradopenguin

Reunions and homecomings are special events for...

Reunions and homecomings are special events for me. Since 1974 I've probably been back to my hometown (Limon, Colo.) for about half of the homecomings -- which coincides with class reunions. We were...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-26-07, 02:14 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,334
Posted By Coloradopenguin

Then there is another fine 50+ gentleman riding...

Then there is another fine 50+ gentleman riding those trails. While waiting for the light to change, I asked about the Platte River trail connection and quickly learned I was lost . . . a common...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-26-07, 12:38 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,334
Posted By Coloradopenguin

This forum has played a big role in moving from...

This forum has played a big role in moving from casual rider to the next level. Respectful, witty answers to questions . . . lots of inspiring tales of accomplishments . . . commaraderie . . . advice...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-24-07, 02:09 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,406
Posted By Coloradopenguin

And to add a different twist . . . what advantage...

And to add a different twist . . . what advantage does the Garmin 305 have over a handheld with mapping?

Also from a non-user who is interested in GPS mapping for touring
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-24-07, 12:08 PM
Replies: 768
Views: 28,658
Posted By Coloradopenguin

2007 ... Week 19 -- 197*** (new scales-new...

2007
...
Week 19 -- 197*** (new scales-new starting point for 2007)
Week 20 -- 196 (-1)
Week 21 -- 195 (-2)
Week 22 -- 194 (-3)
Week 23 -- 195 (-2)
Week 24 -- 194 (-3)
Week 25 -- 194 (-3)...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-17-07, 09:23 AM
Replies: 768
Views: 28,658
Posted By Coloradopenguin

2007 ... Week 19 -- 197*** (new scales-new...

2007
...
Week 19 -- 197*** (new scales-new starting point for 2007)
Week 20 -- 196 (-1)
Week 21 -- 195 (-2)
Week 22 -- 194 (-3)
Week 23 -- 195 (-2)
Week 24 -- 194 (-3)
Week 25 -- 194 (-3)...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-11-07, 10:54 AM
Replies: 768
Views: 28,658
Posted By Coloradopenguin

From my own experience, when I ride for distance...

From my own experience, when I ride for distance the weight does not go down because I'm consuming lots of calories during the rides to keep fueled. My 50-mile ride Sunday is a good example. Figure I...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-10-07, 10:54 AM
Replies: 768
Views: 28,658
Posted By Coloradopenguin

Thank you Beverly for the kind encouragement....

Thank you Beverly for the kind encouragement. This thread has kept me on track to drop weight, and I've come to look forward to reading about everyone's successes.

I weighed 185 pounds when I...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-10-07, 10:23 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 640
Posted By Coloradopenguin

Way to go! Except it doesn't count unless there...

Way to go!
Except it doesn't count unless there are pictures and pie ;)

I'm hoping to join the century club next month, after a successful ride with my son up the Maine coast on Oct. 6 (hopefully...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-10-07, 10:14 AM
Replies: 768
Views: 28,658
Posted By Coloradopenguin

2007 ... Week 19 -- 197*** (new scales-new...

2007
...
Week 19 -- 197*** (new scales-new starting point for 2007)
Week 20 -- 196 (-1)
Week 21 -- 195 (-2)
Week 22 -- 194 (-3)
Week 23 -- 195 (-2)
Week 24 -- 194 (-3)
Week 25 -- 194 (-3)...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-07-07, 03:13 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,380
Posted By Coloradopenguin

PS -- I'm headed your way next week to watch a...

PS -- I'm headed your way next week to watch a nephew become a full-fledged Marine at Camp Pendleton. The wife and I are taking bikes and hope to get a couple of fun rides in . . . any suggestions?
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-07-07, 03:10 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,380
Posted By Coloradopenguin

DG - I can't speak for white bikes, but on my...

DG - I can't speak for white bikes, but on my black bike I couldn't have gone 100 yards without the tire shredding, the tube blowing up, and 4 cyclists passing back, asking if I needed help and...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-06-07, 01:57 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 3,856
Posted By Coloradopenguin

Unfortunately, I will be in the car driving back...

Unfortunately, I will be in the car driving back from San Diego on that Saturday, so my pie ride will be one week later . . . unless this breaks the great pie challenge traditional.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-03-07, 09:56 AM
Replies: 768
Views: 28,658
Posted By Coloradopenguin

2007 ... Week 19 -- 197*** (new scales-new...

2007
...
Week 19 -- 197*** (new scales-new starting point for 2007)
Week 20 -- 196 (-1)
Week 21 -- 195 (-2)
Week 22 -- 194 (-3)
Week 23 -- 195 (-2)
Week 24 -- 194 (-3)
Week 25 -- 194 (-3)...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-27-07, 10:03 AM
Replies: 768
Views: 28,658
Posted By Coloradopenguin

2007 ... Week 19 -- 197*** (new scales-new...

2007
...
Week 19 -- 197*** (new scales-new starting point for 2007)
Week 20 -- 196 (-1)
Week 21 -- 195 (-2)
Week 22 -- 194 (-3)
Week 23 -- 195 (-2)
Week 24 -- 194 (-3)
Week 25 -- 194 (-3)...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-21-07, 08:45 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,808
Posted By Coloradopenguin

I'm having a series of really good days! ...

I'm having a series of really good days!

Spent Saturday camping with my wife in Summit County, and the spent Sunday riding bikes with my wife and my son! :)

We rode the trail from Frisco to...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-20-07, 09:39 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 635
Posted By Coloradopenguin

Like my coach used to say, it ain't braggin' if...

Like my coach used to say, it ain't braggin' if it's true!

Way to go!

I'm still working on my first century and discovered over the weekend I have a ways to go. My son and I are planning our...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-20-07, 08:54 AM
Replies: 768
Views: 28,658
Posted By Coloradopenguin

2007 ... Week 19 -- 197*** (new scales-new...

2007
...
Week 19 -- 197*** (new scales-new starting point for 2007)
Week 20 -- 196 (-1)
Week 21 -- 195 (-2)
Week 22 -- 194 (-3)
Week 23 -- 195 (-2)
Week 24 -- 194 (-3)
Week 25 -- 194 (-3)...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-15-07, 10:06 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,028
Posted By Coloradopenguin

My condolence as well . . . and thanks for...

My condolence as well . . . and thanks for sharing the photo. As they say, it is priceless!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-14-07, 10:07 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 607
Posted By Coloradopenguin

Terrific pics and ride report. After reading your...

Terrific pics and ride report. After reading your ride report I was ready to tackle the Grand Mesa ride . . . alas they are repaving the road for the next 6-8 weeks so I'm looking for other rides....
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-13-07, 01:49 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 1,594
Posted By Coloradopenguin

Tip of the hat to the time trial ladies! :beer: ...

Tip of the hat to the time trial ladies! :beer:

Time trials are for those at a higher level of biking than I . . . I can't imagine going all out for 18 miles, let alone doing it with other riders...
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