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03-28-24, 07:03 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 483
Posted By bblair

Zwift has that sort of thing. Too much like...

Zwift has that sort of thing.

Too much like work for me. I like the Eddy Merckx system: Ride Lots.
03-28-24, 07:01 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 186
Posted By bblair

Too windy for me. Not only demoralizing, but...

Too windy for me. Not only demoralizing, but dangerous having debris flying around.

And why is it that fighting an awful headwind seems never to be followed by a screaming tailwind? 10-mph...
03-28-24, 06:57 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 124
Posted By bblair

I don't think that there is a way to know until...

I don't think that there is a way to know until the brand has a history. Lightspeed and Lynskey (what I ride) are well known and respected. As a layperson, I doubt that there is much you can tell...
03-28-24, 06:49 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 379
Posted By bblair

Obviously, the fit calculations are based on...

Obviously, the fit calculations are based on studies and averages, but I wonder if age is factored in. I am not nearly as flexible now as I was 50 years ago and riding on the drops is more...
03-27-24, 05:43 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 196
Posted By bblair

Went to my LBS today and he convinced me to...

Went to my LBS today and he convinced me to order a Sea Sucker rack. That is what he uses and I have had good experiences buying what the owner actually uses.
03-26-24, 07:39 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 196
Posted By bblair

I was looking at that Saris rack, but I know that...

I was looking at that Saris rack, but I know that there are others out there.

Mrs.: It better not scratch my car!
Me: It better not scratch my bike!
03-26-24, 10:50 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 196
Posted By bblair

Car trunk rack

I'm sure this has been discussed to death, but the search on BF is never kind to me.

Looking for a trunk rack for wife's 2024 Lexus ES300h. She doesn't want a hitch...and....it's her car.

Only...
03-25-24, 07:39 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 387
Posted By bblair

DT Swiss makes a 350, 240, 180. I chose the 240...

DT Swiss makes a 350, 240, 180. I chose the 240 because it's in the middle. And I liked the way it looks. And because it was one of the few high end hub models that is still made in rim brake config.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-25-24, 07:32 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 183
Posted By bblair

Yea, lots of info out there. Some You Tube...

Yea, lots of info out there. Some You Tube tutorials too.

But a more interesting question: How did you get home after your chain broke?
Forum: Road Cycling
03-22-24, 07:06 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 2,844
Posted By bblair

I just realized that in a few days is the "fourth...

I just realized that in a few days is the "fourth Sunday of the month!"

Sadly, probably more of an individual time trial than a group ride.
03-20-24, 10:51 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 158
Posted By bblair

The bad part was that there was nothing to buy,...

The bad part was that there was nothing to buy, even if I wanted to. A new Pinarello, or at least a T shirt. Just lunch.
03-20-24, 10:48 AM
Replies: 144
Views: 4,021
Posted By bblair

Wow, that was a long explanation. Do you work for...

Wow, that was a long explanation. Do you work for a tire company?
03-20-24, 09:52 AM
Replies: 144
Views: 4,021
Posted By bblair

You either ride a hell of a lot, or are a heavy...

You either ride a hell of a lot, or are a heavy dude.

I ride 4-5000 miles a year and replace my tires yearly just for a refresh.
03-20-24, 09:18 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 158
Posted By bblair

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03-20-24, 08:43 AM
Replies: 144
Views: 4,021
Posted By bblair

Everything has gone up. Been to a grocery store...

Everything has gone up. Been to a grocery store lately?

I always look for sales, even if I don't need them. Chains and tires will keep.

But $89 for tire, $198 is really not terrible considering...
03-20-24, 08:37 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 158
Posted By bblair

Taipei Bike Show

We went to Taipei, Taiwan to visit our son and saw signs advertising this gigantic bike show! Really for industry insiders, but open to the public on the last day. A few highlights:...
03-13-24, 07:47 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 602
Posted By bblair

The problem that I often have is that a small...

The problem that I often have is that a small portion of the tire seems to be seated too low, not up into the hook. Inflate/deflate and work it...sometimes the soapy water trick works, but I have...
03-13-24, 07:39 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,146
Posted By bblair

I did the Niacin thing and the fish oil thing was...

I did the Niacin thing and the fish oil thing was while. But many studies have come out questioning the outcomes. From what I have read though, a diet high in fish (as apposed to beef for example)...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-25-24, 06:10 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,139
Posted By bblair

A bigger concern for me is "unknown brand." Could...

A bigger concern for me is "unknown brand." Could be great, could be a cheap knock-off.

It is my understanding that tubeless tires run at lower pressures, so that might help. But not my area, so...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-25-24, 06:07 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,429
Posted By bblair

Can you buy the red bike and pay extra to have...

Can you buy the red bike and pay extra to have some components upgraded? Does Trek sell bare frames, or do you have to buy the whole bike?
02-23-24, 01:34 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,146
Posted By bblair

I was on prescription niacin for a while, maybe...

I was on prescription niacin for a while, maybe 10 years ago (Niaspan), mainly due to bad reactions to several statins. I finally found one that didn't give me any problems though.

Apparently,...
02-23-24, 12:33 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 4,815
Posted By bblair

Yea...every year, I just suck until May. Cold,...

Yea...every year, I just suck until May. Cold, windy, out of shape, a few extra pounds.
02-22-24, 08:58 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 4,815
Posted By bblair

LSD.....Base Miles.....Zone 2....... That...

LSD.....Base Miles.....Zone 2.......

That works great until you ride with a group. Zone 2 soon turns into Zone 4. Or maybe their Zone 2 pace is my Zone 4......

Getting dropped yesterday gave me...
02-22-24, 08:49 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 602
Posted By bblair

I typically buy tires before I need them and...

I typically buy tires before I need them and mount on old wheels. See, a reason to keep all that old stuff! Then, when you need them, they are stretched a little and in the right shape. And always...
02-21-24, 08:34 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,575
Posted By bblair

For real? For my post ride hydration and...

For real?

For my post ride hydration and recovery drink, I use a locally sourced proprietary mixture of malted barley and 3 varieties of hops. Yea, it was only a matter of time until this...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-20-24, 08:56 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 863
Posted By bblair

So much to see in this picture! I truly...

So much to see in this picture!

I truly appreciate that you have an older bike and a Corvette. Which is more comfortable?

And parked in front of a Pizza Hut. I have stopped at a PH in the...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-20-24, 08:46 AM
Replies: 113
Views: 3,657
Posted By bblair

You are just a few years younger than me. And I...

You are just a few years younger than me. And I have come to the realization that now that I can afford all the "stuff," it just isn't as important to me. The 30-year-old me really wanted a Corvette....
02-20-24, 08:40 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,575
Posted By bblair

[/indent] I can buy the electrolyte and fluid...

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I can buy the electrolyte and fluid replacement thing. The pickle receptor....not so much.

However....I recently watched a Chris Horner Youtube where he says he rode on Coke and candy...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-18-24, 09:19 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,291
Posted By bblair

Mid range new stuff works better than old top end...

Mid range new stuff works better than old top end stuff. Especially if it is old. I have a few 40-50 yo Campy Record der and they shift like crap compared to new Ultegra. But, they were great in...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-18-24, 09:11 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 485
Posted By bblair

Those are healthy choices, just don't eat them...

Those are healthy choices, just don't eat them all day, every day. The folks that had severe problems were the ones that drank energy drinks or Mountain Dew all day long. Sitting at their desks at...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-17-24, 07:59 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 601
Posted By bblair

Since "marginal gains" are irrelevant to most of...

Since "marginal gains" are irrelevant to most of us, keep experimenting until you find that sweet spot. Feels fast, comfortable, no pinch flats.

Yup, I remember running 20mm tires at 110psi....but...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-17-24, 07:50 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 485
Posted By bblair

Yea...this. And I can add that as a retired...

Yea...this.

And I can add that as a retired dentist, folks with a very high consumption of acidic drinks did a lot to contribute to my kids' college fund.
02-15-24, 11:45 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 911
Posted By bblair

I did not have good luck with Vittoria tires,...

I did not have good luck with Vittoria tires, flat/longevity wise. Had one set last under 100 miles.

For me, Conti tires are my first choice. GP 5000 on my road bike, Gatorskins on the tandem.
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02-09-24, 10:31 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,451
Posted By bblair

Lex, it's for cardiac stress, not mental stress. ...

Lex, it's for cardiac stress, not mental stress.

BTW, I did another stress test yesterday-40 hilly and windy miles. I am still here, so I guess it went ok.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-09-24, 10:29 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,093
Posted By bblair

But all that alkaline is dumped into a stomach...

But all that alkaline is dumped into a stomach full of acid, not IV. I would think at that point.....it's just water.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-09-24, 10:23 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 3,142
Posted By bblair

No sure about you folks, but there is not a lot...

No sure about you folks, but there is not a lot of acceleration on a 50 mile ride with my friends. Steady grinding into the wind, sure-that's why aero is more important.
02-08-24, 08:39 AM
Replies: 95
Views: 3,596
Posted By bblair

Had a guy ride with us years ago who never...

Had a guy ride with us years ago who never carried a spare or pump or anything. "I will rely on the kindness of strangers."

"Once," we told him. After that you're on your own. He used up his quota...
02-06-24, 10:02 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 3,226
Posted By bblair

You spent a lot of time working on a chain that...

You spent a lot of time working on a chain that you didn't have time to lubricate.

I think that your chain broke from simple rust and corrosion.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-06-24, 08:25 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 3,142
Posted By bblair

Great Chris Horner Youtube video called, "Don't...

Great Chris Horner Youtube video called, "Don't Spend Money to Go Faster," or something like that.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uCjgrbdgPL8&pp=ygUMY2hyaXMgaG9ybmVy
Forum: Road Cycling
02-06-24, 08:22 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,097
Posted By bblair

You have the time, you have the money; go to a...

You have the time, you have the money; go to a great LBS, test ride a few bikes and go for it.

Since you have had some pretty nice bikes, you obviously know what cycling is all about. Enjoy, I am...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-02-24, 09:36 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 3,142
Posted By bblair

It depends. Are you a racer looking for...

It depends.

Are you a racer looking for "marginal gains" so that extra 2 seconds means a podium finish or back in the pack? Then sure. Maybe.

Are you a recreational rider stopping at the cafe...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-01-24, 08:14 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,728
Posted By bblair

I would not think that 1cm each side will make...

I would not think that 1cm each side will make any difference at all.

Buy what's comfortable.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-01-24, 08:10 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 3,142
Posted By bblair

Rim or disk brakes? If you said, I missed it. ...

Rim or disk brakes? If you said, I missed it.

I have rim and found limited choices for new wheels. For example. Chris King and Industry 9 no longer make those. Others do, but you'll have to put a...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-31-24, 09:14 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 3,142
Posted By bblair

LightBicycle wheels with DT Swiss 240 hubs. Right...

LightBicycle wheels with DT Swiss 240 hubs. Right in your price range. They are custom built, but have some premade ones too for less.

Only downside was that shipping took a couple of months.
01-31-24, 09:01 AM
Replies: 105
Views: 3,518
Posted By bblair

I really don't remember, but I think front der...

I really don't remember, but I think front der related.

One guy, as I recall, couldn't shift at all and thinking it was a battery, went home. Turned out to be a faulty software upgrade. Or so he...
01-30-24, 08:18 AM
Replies: 105
Views: 3,518
Posted By bblair

I have mechanical Ultegra and other than...

I have mechanical Ultegra and other than replacing cables every year or so, not much maintenance.

My friends with Di2 or SRAM electric seem to always be taking their bikes to the shop for...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-29-24, 05:57 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 954
Posted By bblair

What is the effect of salt on titanium? Not...

What is the effect of salt on titanium?

Not that it really matters as there is no way I am going outside those days. No way.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-29-24, 05:54 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 954
Posted By bblair

Yea, I guess you are right. I do use the car...

Yea, I guess you are right.

I do use the car wash products, but forget the name. Something I buy a gallon of and use to wash my car. In the summer, both get washed at the same time, although more...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-28-24, 08:22 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 954
Posted By bblair

Yea, off and on. The last few days have been...

Yea, off and on.

The last few days have been typical: high in low 40's with chance of freezing rain or rain mixed with snow. Due to lousy plumbing, I have to shut off the water to one of my hose...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-27-24, 07:47 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 954
Posted By bblair

My basement does not have a floor drain, although...

My basement does not have a floor drain, although it does have a sump pump back in the corner. But that goes into the storm drain, so you are not supposed to put "gray water" into that.

I have...
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