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06-01-14, 08:51 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,168
Posted By islandboy

B.C. randonneur cyclist,...

B.C. randonneur cyclist, (http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/craig-premack-b-c-randonneur-cyclist-shot-during-cache-creek-600-1.2661218?cmp=fbtl) shot during Cache Creek 600
01-19-13, 08:08 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 7,870
Posted By islandboy

I never bought a bike due to Lance, but I...

I never bought a bike due to Lance, but I certainly 'upped' my game using his/Carmichael's system. :)
In March, 2007 I was diagnosed and treated for cancer. That summer I latched on to everything...
01-18-13, 09:34 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 638
Posted By islandboy

The case for a Blue jersey!

These fellows put it all in perspective: (http://www.theonion.com/articles/nondoping-cyclists-finish-tour-de-france,2268/) :lol: :twitchy:
10-26-12, 10:40 AM
Replies: 169
Views: 9,434
Posted By islandboy

I guess no one would care if the headlines read...

I guess no one would care if the headlines read "UCI Doping Scandal". Still making money off his name.
10-23-12, 06:39 AM
Replies: 302
Views: 21,594
Posted By islandboy

Give me a minute, I cannot remember witch test he...

Give me a minute, I cannot remember witch test he passed.
Replies: 59
Views: 8,986
Posted By islandboy

Gravitational force...

Gravitational force (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Earth%27s_gravity) makes a steady uphill tempo an acceleration. If you are slowing down at a rate of 9.8 m/second(squared) in the vertical then you...
Replies: 14
Views: 1,214
Posted By islandboy

My most effective change was to switch from...

My most effective change was to switch from Sugoi/Specialized bibs/shorts to Craft L3's. Thinner more effective pad. Lasts 400 km easily.
08-25-12, 07:29 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,094
Posted By islandboy

Not bad for 'cycling', the momentum is there. ...

Not bad for 'cycling', the momentum is there.


However it does make mockery of the TDF, particularly if one of the 'rats' gets the throne.
08-24-12, 09:14 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 776
Posted By islandboy

We have a winner! Or does this mean if...

We have a winner!

Or does this mean if anyone on your team dopes then your forfeit?
New strategy, Lantern rouge clean .... wait. Your grandchildren can claim on your behalf.
08-24-12, 07:35 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 692
Posted By islandboy

Make them all race pigeon fixies!

Make them all race pigeon fixies!
08-24-12, 07:30 AM
Replies: 482
Views: 28,316
Posted By islandboy

Agreed. Next step, apply USADA program to all...

Agreed.
Next step, apply USADA program to all sports. :thumb: Add instant replays, turn over Stanley cups, Super bowl trophies, etc. :cry: Surely there is money in doing so. :D
08-23-12, 10:22 PM
Replies: 482
Views: 28,316
Posted By islandboy

Entering into arbitration lowers the level of...

Entering into arbitration lowers the level of 'proof' to that of a mere dispute.
When will it stop?
Are any winners ever clear in their title?
08-23-12, 09:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 776
Posted By islandboy

New TDF strategy?

Come in second .... and wait? :twitchy:
Replies: 46
Views: 4,705
Posted By islandboy

Up until last month the worst was a broken spoke....

Up until last month the worst was a broken spoke. Then the spline gave on the fork of a 20+ year old bike @ 30 kph. Front wheel turned 90 degrees, bike disappeared underneath me. Collected road...
06-18-12, 09:49 PM
Replies: 382
Views: 19,558
Posted By islandboy

So why now?...

So why now? (http://www.theglobeandmail.com/sports/baseball/roger-clemens-acquitted-on-all-charges/article4331968/)
06-13-12, 04:43 PM
Replies: 382
Views: 19,558
Posted By islandboy

Is this agency under financial scrutiny? ...

Is this agency under financial scrutiny? Justification of existence?
10-17-11, 11:56 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 541
Posted By islandboy

A book by the survivor (driver)?

Interesting :twitchy: turn of events.

Former Ontario AG writing book about incident that killed cyclist...
07-19-11, 08:14 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,346
Posted By islandboy

:lol: So, let me get this straight. Your...

:lol: So, let me get this straight. Your competitor grabs your wheel when you start an early sprint, fails to get around you when your team-mate blasts by and then it is "blocking"? Sounds a little...
04-21-11, 09:28 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 983
Posted By islandboy

My immediate response when I received info on...

My immediate response when I received info on this bike was To which I would now add concern about the torque on the shortened seat post.
04-20-11, 10:04 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 983
Posted By islandboy

viability of a roundtail

from the POV of a mechanic what is the real chances this is an effective design (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X1mPd97x6r4)improvement?
04-20-11, 09:58 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,336
Posted By islandboy

Roundtail bicycles

Has anyone heard of these? (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X1mPd97x6r4) Comments?
03-09-11, 12:28 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 376
Posted By islandboy

Smile 10th consecutive BC Lung Association’s Bicycle Trek for Life and Breath

I have just crossed the 2000 km mark bicycling in 2011. It is my goal to raise $2000.00 in 2011 on my 10th consecutive BC Lung Association’s Bicycle Trek for Life and Breath. The 27th Annual event is...
03-07-11, 06:27 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 13,677
Posted By islandboy

You may want to check the Mill Bay ferry schedule...

You may want to check the Mill Bay ferry schedule as it will be out of service this year for a dock upgrade.

http://www.bcferries.com/bcfservicenotice?id=371601

You can always do the hop from...
02-17-11, 08:09 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 4,407
Posted By islandboy

Even Armstrong NEVER tested positive for doping....

Even Armstrong NEVER tested positive for doping. :twitchy: :lol:
10-26-10, 11:02 AM
Replies: 107
Views: 4,939
Posted By islandboy

Very well said.

Very well said.
10-26-10, 09:36 AM
Replies: 107
Views: 4,939
Posted By islandboy

:notamused: Sheesh, at least the press was...

:notamused:

Sheesh, at least the press was not sensationalist and one sided. :crash: As a hunter and a cyclist I think your choice of thread title is somewhat misleading and inflammatory. :( ...
10-26-10, 09:28 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,242
Posted By islandboy

On the up side Political cartoonists will thrive!

On the up side Political cartoonists will thrive!
Replies: 11
Views: 905
Posted By islandboy

http://www.nytimes.com/2006/02/05/sports/playmagaz...

http://www.nytimes.com/2006/02/05/sports/playmagazine/05robicpm.html?_r=2&pagewanted=print

http://youtu.be/l5V6iSQ-Krw
01-11-10, 07:36 PM
Replies: 200
Views: 9,277
Posted By islandboy

50, getting younger as the days get longer!

50, getting younger as the days get longer!
09-26-09, 09:32 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 854
Posted By islandboy

Here is one I sent in recently:

Here is one I sent in recently:
09-25-09, 06:11 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 854
Posted By islandboy

Most "papers" I read/write to have online...

Most "papers" I read/write to have online versions that are much faster to "get the word out" with. As for and outlet for "activism" I thought this was the "Advocacy and Safety" sub-forum.

By way...
09-24-09, 09:49 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 854
Posted By islandboy

letter to editor?

Recently read an article that purports a 33% increase in compliance based on the suggestion of a "social norm". The example given was reusing hotel linens to save the environment. A simple request...
Forum: Commuting
09-19-09, 08:30 AM
Replies: 168
Views: 7,126
Posted By islandboy

Born, raised and living on Vancouver Island,...

Born, raised and living on Vancouver Island, :love: BC. Boy refers to my gender, :rolleyes: maturity and mental image of myself. :roflmao2:

Recently signed into the Fifty Plus sub-forum. :50:
09-08-09, 11:57 AM
Replies: 1,914
Views: 511,124
Posted By islandboy

Please tell us your age. 50 + a few...

Please tell us your age.

50 + a few hours:roflmao2:

1. What type of bikes do 50+ folks ride?

Road bikes mainly:commute:

2. Do you take any special supplements/vitamins/minerals as you...
09-03-09, 07:03 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 4,799
Posted By islandboy

On the up side the only witness who knows the...

On the up side the only witness who knows the truth is his :love: wife, a lawyer. ;) He had better be a very good boy from now on. :D
09-03-09, 01:45 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 513
Posted By islandboy

Have you tried increasing your calcium intake? ...

Have you tried increasing your calcium intake? My background, cycle road bike ~5,000 km annually, this year over 23 metrics, I used to mash, now I spin. Under both styles I would cramp seriously...
09-01-09, 02:56 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,128
Posted By islandboy

Open Season on Cyclists in Canada?

The outcome of this high profile case (http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?t=580401)will either make drivers responsible for their actions or give them the freedom to do as they please.
...
07-23-09, 07:34 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 949
Posted By islandboy

You are a better man than I. :roflmao2:

You are a better man than I. :roflmao2:
06-28-09, 10:40 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 950
Posted By islandboy

Cycling keeps you fit, this improves your...

Cycling keeps you fit, this improves your reproductive opportunities. However if you cycle so much it interferes with your economic growth, cycling will impair the same opportunities.
04-07-09, 07:14 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 727
Posted By islandboy

Dangerous vehicle database

What would be the legal ramifications of an Internet database where you could post incidents?

Something that would be search-able by plate number. You would then know a record of trouble to go...
03-30-09, 11:13 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 560
Posted By islandboy

Arrow Launching 2009 fundraising

Yesterday was my 2 year anniversary of colorectal cancer removal. All bodes well on my recovery. :thumb:

I have launched my new website (http://www.kayaks2.com) with links to my September 2009...
03-27-09, 01:12 PM
Replies: 196
Views: 11,525
Posted By islandboy

Glad I did not offend. :beer: D**m, if I could...

Glad I did not offend. :beer: D**m, if I could only drink beer! :(

I think that "preventative" diet, health and lifestyle choices made a huge difference in my recovery. My doctor and specialists...
03-27-09, 08:21 AM
Replies: 196
Views: 11,525
Posted By islandboy

No offense meant here. Check out my website...

No offense meant here. Check out my website (http://www.kayaks2.com) and you will notice I was/am fairly active/healthy. Supplementary vitamins, broccoli, and healthy living did nothing to prevent...
03-26-09, 05:11 PM
Replies: 196
Views: 11,525
Posted By islandboy

Sunday the 29th will be my 2 year anniversary...

Sunday the 29th will be my 2 year anniversary from surgery for stage 3 rectal cancer. :thumb: :giver: To catch it in time I would have to have had a colonoscopy at age 45 (4+ years ago) or earlier. ...
03-15-09, 07:46 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,424
Posted By islandboy

As I said in my previous post it is a choice road...

As I said in my previous post it is a choice road to avoid traffic. The speed limit is, I believe, 40 Kph; something this particular peleton could easily attain on this road.
03-15-09, 07:17 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,424
Posted By islandboy

I ride lands end frequently because it is an out...

I ride lands end frequently because it is an out of the way country road with very, very little traffic. It is also a narrow, narrow road with a quite a few dips in the road. The Saanich peninsula...
03-13-09, 06:59 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,424
Posted By islandboy

A well read local writer summed it up very well....

A well read local writer summed it up very well. (http://www.timescolonist.com/Sports/Jack+Knox+Simon+Whitfield+crash+lesson+rest+Stop+moaning+about+other/1383259/story.html) :hug:
03-12-09, 07:23 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,424
Posted By islandboy

No charges are being laid....

No charges are being laid. (http://www.timescolonist.com/Sports/Police+Everybody+fault+charges+after+struck+cyclists/1379267/story.html) :(
03-11-09, 09:52 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,424
Posted By islandboy

Olympian safe in Car vs. Peleton

Another who is to blame/responsible. :notamused:
Luckily the majority of injuries were minor....
02-10-09, 12:01 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,640
Posted By islandboy

I used to suffer from cramps and tried all the...

I used to suffer from cramps and tried all the remedies above.:trainwreck: Nothing seemed to work as the cramps would start around the 80 km mark. :deadhorse: I discovered it was calcium and now as...
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