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Forum: Pills and Ills
03-07-24, 06:40 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 725
Posted By fat biker

Mine is the generic 1%, mixed results on a...

Mine is the generic 1%, mixed results on a sore/strained shoulder.
Forum: Pills and Ills
02-09-24, 07:30 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 790
Posted By fat biker

I just ordered it on thriftbooks, looking forward...

I just ordered it on thriftbooks, looking forward to the read.
Thanks for posting.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-06-24, 04:40 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,653
Posted By fat biker

Very sorry for your loss. Treasure the memories.

Very sorry for your loss.
Treasure the memories.
Forum: Pills and Ills
01-04-24, 08:57 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 570
Posted By fat biker

Good for You, Kicking your own butt! Thanks for...

Good for You, Kicking your own butt!
Thanks for sharing.

fat biker
Forum: Commuting
01-04-24, 08:48 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 968
Posted By fat biker

Another vote for tile.

Another vote for tile.
Forum: Commuting
12-20-23, 01:17 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,007
Posted By fat biker

Years ago, one of my easiest and shortest...

Years ago, one of my easiest and shortest commutes..
AM, 10 minutes more by bike.
PM, Exact same time.
On the bike, headed home, I would typically ride past a line of cars, three industrial blocks...
Forum: Pills and Ills
12-16-23, 11:42 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 673
Posted By fat biker

I had my left hip replaced in July this year. I...

I had my left hip replaced in July this year.
I had my left hip replaced this Monday 12/11/23.
Just got home on Thursday and since my wife died last month I am flying solo. So far, so good. Yes, I...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-03-23, 06:40 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 5,262
Posted By fat biker

Thanks Noglider. Strength I have, Itīs the...

Thanks Noglider.
Strength I have, Itīs the peace I need.
Not sleeping well, the meds my doctor prescribed, so far, not working so great.
Hope springs eternal.

fat biker
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-30-23, 09:42 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 5,262
Posted By fat biker

Thank You. A tough year for sure. fat biker

Thank You.
A tough year for sure.

fat biker
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-30-23, 01:37 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 5,262
Posted By fat biker

March Pacemaker implanted July Left hip...

March Pacemaker implanted
July Left hip replaced
August Left eye cataract surgery
PT much PT
November wife died, turned 69

If I recall correctly I rode the bike exactly twice, after having...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-30-23, 01:25 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,585
Posted By fat biker

Pete, Sorry to hear your dog has aged out. ...

Pete,

Sorry to hear your dog has aged out.
May I ask the breed?
I expect I will have another dog soon, probably two.
My hope is, after my pending second hip replacement, to try cross country...
Forum: Commuting
11-14-23, 12:11 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,129
Posted By fat biker

Somebody please explain to me how a drunk hit and...

Somebody please explain to me how a drunk hit and run kills a person and is released.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-29-23, 05:39 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,825
Posted By fat biker

A Book I would like to suggest to all. The...

A Book I would like to suggest to all.
The Promise of Sleep by William C. Dement, Md, Phd

Dr. Dement was a pioneer in sleep science.
I was fascinated by the book, with all of the ground that it...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-22-23, 04:30 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,570
Posted By fat biker

Happy Birthday! Welcome! fat biker

Happy Birthday!
Welcome!

fat biker
Forum: Pills and Ills
08-13-23, 03:33 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,244
Posted By fat biker

I would not spend much thought on the why's. ...

I would not spend much thought on the why's.
Just recently had the left hip replaced. PT kicks my butt on Tuesday and Friday.

Cannot wait to get the right hip replaced and then get back on the...
Forum: Pills and Ills
08-10-23, 07:42 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,849
Posted By fat biker

Thanks everybody. Cataract surgery went...

Thanks everybody.

Cataract surgery went super, I can see again.

Hip replacement surgery went well also. Physical Therapy kicks my butt twice/week.

Shopping for new SPD shoes, looking...
Forum: Pills and Ills
08-10-23, 07:36 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,156
Posted By fat biker

daniell, Relax, take a deep breath.. ...

daniell,



Relax, take a deep breath..



I had my left eye cataract removed on July 10. It was very nearly a non-event.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-06-23, 08:50 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 5,124
Posted By fat biker

Wow! Dr. Layne does a thorough job of skewering...

Wow!
Dr. Layne does a thorough job of skewering Dr. Fung.
Thank you for posting this.

fat biker
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-05-23, 11:12 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 5,124
Posted By fat biker

https://www.booksfree.org/the-obesity-code-by-jaso...

https://www.booksfree.org/the-obesity-code-by-jason-fung-pdf-free-download/

Cliffs Notes version.
According to Dr. Fung it is not about exercise, fat, calories or some superfood.
It is about one...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-05-23, 05:52 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,134
Posted By fat biker

Magazine Recommend

Greetings All,

I just learned that Road Bike Action Magazine is no more, I had subscribed in the past and was prepared to start up again.
I had also subscribed to Bicycling Magazine, so I guess...
Forum: Commuting
08-04-23, 04:51 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,005
Posted By fat biker

Well Done!

Well Done!
Forum: Commuting
08-02-23, 07:54 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,343
Posted By fat biker

Well Done! Now, Hang In There. fat biker

Well Done!
Now, Hang In There.

fat biker
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
07-28-23, 01:56 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,722
Posted By fat biker

Costco has excellent customer service. You...

Costco has excellent customer service. You should have returned the batteries for either replacement or refund.
Personally, I have never had a bad Duracell battery.
YMMV

fat biker
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
07-27-23, 03:19 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,722
Posted By fat biker

Duracell, Costco. Done.

Duracell, Costco. Done.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-27-23, 12:32 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 751
Posted By fat biker

As we know on our bicycles, vibration is a...

As we know on our bicycles, vibration is a constant.
Lessons I have learned as an electronic technician, working around mechanical engineers..
Either mechanical or chemical thread lock required.
...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-27-23, 10:12 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,503
Posted By fat biker

At the suggestion of a physician, I read a book. ...

At the suggestion of a physician, I read a book. The book..
The Obesity Code, by Jason Fung

Here is my two-minute condensed version.
It's not about calories or fat or how much you eat or how...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-27-23, 09:58 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,165
Posted By fat biker

starg8, I have nothing to contribute to your...

starg8,

I have nothing to contribute to your search for the right bike.

I want to congratulate you on your weight loss and also encourage you to hang in there on the road ahead.

fat biker
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-28-23, 01:41 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,468
Posted By fat biker

Congratulations! Enjoy the ride. fat biker

Congratulations!
Enjoy the ride.

fat biker
Forum: Commuting
06-26-23, 05:05 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,905
Posted By fat biker

I will start again by saying if this sounds...

I will start again by saying if this sounds harsh, I apologize.

I re-read your post here in commuting and I also read your e-bike post.
With what sounds like very short distances you do not need...
Forum: Commuting
06-24-23, 09:38 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,905
Posted By fat biker

If this comes off as harsh, I apologize in...

If this comes off as harsh, I apologize in advance.

You have written much here, and obviously you have given it much thought.
Time to stop writing. Time to stop thinking.
Commuting by bike may...
Forum: Pills and Ills
05-30-23, 01:17 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,849
Posted By fat biker

For the hip surgery, I will be hospitalized no...

For the hip surgery, I will be hospitalized no less than overnight, I would expect no lingering effect from anethesia.
Forum: Pills and Ills
05-29-23, 12:57 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,849
Posted By fat biker

No kids, nieces & nephews have moved away. One...

No kids, nieces & nephews have moved away.
One of the dogs was probably smart enough to drive the car, unable to reach the pedals though.

fat biker
Forum: Pills and Ills
05-29-23, 09:52 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,849
Posted By fat biker

Should have included, my wife is presently not in...

Should have included, my wife is presently not in good health, has poor mobility and not able to drive our car.
Forum: Pills and Ills
05-28-23, 11:48 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,849
Posted By fat biker

Surgery #1, left hip replacement Surgery #2,...

Surgery #1, left hip replacement
Surgery #2, cataract, left eye
Surgery #3, right hip replacement

I will likely not be able to drive for a month after the hips and there will be considerable...
Forum: Pills and Ills
05-28-23, 11:37 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,849
Posted By fat biker

Thanks tryrion, Great suggestion on the...

Thanks tryrion,

Great suggestion on the practice trip. I will add that to my to-do list.

I may run afoul of hospital policy, regarding having a family member there at pick as my wife will most...
Forum: Pills and Ills
05-28-23, 05:54 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,849
Posted By fat biker

Surgeries Pending - Need Rideshare Advice

Greetings All,

I have several surgeries fast approaching and will be unable to drive my car, ride my bike or walk very far.

I have local friends, who, under better circumstances I could call on...
Forum: Commuting
03-23-23, 03:24 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,661
Posted By fat biker

I do not have disc brakes on my old bike. I do...

I do not have disc brakes on my old bike.
I do have disc brakes on my cars.
I would vote Ceramic, based on my car experience.
Why Ceramic you ask?
More bite, less noise.

fat biker
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-23-23, 02:20 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,253
Posted By fat biker

More great stuff that directly applies to me. ...

More great stuff that directly applies to me.
Cur Rod Stewart.
Have I told you all lately that I love you?

fat biker
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-22-23, 03:09 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 8,090
Posted By fat biker

See, this is why this place is do great.. and...

See, this is why this place is do great..
and the people here

pezce, sisters and brothers

fat biker
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-22-23, 02:51 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,333
Posted By fat biker

Welcome!

Welcome!
Forum: Pills and Ills
03-22-23, 05:36 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,628
Posted By fat biker

Me, depression? yes, intermittently over the...

Me, depression?
yes, intermittently over the years, usually not too bad
Pandemic stress accumulated has certainly contributed to my current state.

I thought everybody knew that aerobic exercise...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-15-23, 11:19 AM
Replies: 134
Views: 8,050
Posted By fat biker

Thanks again Everybody. Good stuff fere. ...

Thanks again Everybody.
Good stuff fere.

fat biker
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-23-22, 04:20 PM
Replies: 134
Views: 8,050
Posted By fat biker

I bought and read "It's Not About The Bike" when...

I bought and read "It's Not About The Bike" when it came out.
After Lance's truth came out I felt like I should send the book to him and demand a refund of my $25.

fat biker
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
12-02-22, 03:03 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,966
Posted By fat biker

What Paul wrote, squared. fat biker

What Paul wrote, squared.

fat biker
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-29-22, 08:14 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,780
Posted By fat biker

Damn! Go get 'em Tomm. fat biker

Damn!
Go get 'em Tomm.

fat biker
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-22-22, 03:45 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,783
Posted By fat biker

Great News! Glad to year you re-inergized. ...

Great News! Glad to year you re-inergized.
That siad, we must never discount the placebo effect.
Ride on young man.

fat biker
Forum: Vehicular Cycling (VC)
11-19-22, 09:17 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,279
Posted By fat biker

A couple of thoughts... Operant...

A couple of thoughts...

Operant Conditioning...
We do not want to reinforce negative bahavior. If you engage with morons like this, they get what they want, and that is a rise out of you. So do...
Forum: Commuting
11-15-22, 04:02 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,785
Posted By fat biker

Yes, noglider, you make a good point. I almost...

Yes, noglider, you make a good point.
I almost included it in my post...
My nephew and his wife have 4 kids and more than 100 pounds of dog or dogs. They drive a Suburban which makes perfect sense...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-15-22, 02:18 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,858
Posted By fat biker

One level for me, thank you. I watched my...

One level for me, thank you.
I watched my maternal grandmother struggle up and down the steps to their San Francisco home.
All 5 of her surviving grandchildren suffer arthritis. Hip replacement in...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-15-22, 01:51 PM
Replies: 134
Views: 8,050
Posted By fat biker

Thanks to all who participated. Much food for...

Thanks to all who participated.
Much food for thought.
Always a good time here.

fat biker
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