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Forum: Road Cycling
05-17-24, 10:54 AM
Replies: 2,871
Views: 63,624
Posted By datlas

It’s travel day today. We made it through TSA at...

It’s travel day today. We made it through TSA at LAX. Waiting for spirit to call us to help wind the winch that winds the giant rubber band that connects to the engine.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-17-24, 10:47 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 896
Posted By datlas

It’s on FIRE!

It’s on FIRE!
Forum: Road Cycling
05-17-24, 06:57 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 896
Posted By datlas

https://youtu.be/CHEH_G2Ki2k?si=bvNYthbqLxu0waL4

https://youtu.be/CHEH_G2Ki2k?si=bvNYthbqLxu0waL4
Forum: Road Cycling
05-16-24, 04:39 PM
Replies: 2,871
Views: 63,624
Posted By datlas

Pretty much like that. The rear window had a...

Pretty much like that. The rear window had a crank on the outside to raise/lower the back-gate window which was quite quirky.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-16-24, 02:40 PM
Replies: 2,871
Views: 63,624
Posted By datlas

Kudos. I had a blue Olds delta 88 I got from my...

Kudos. I had a blue Olds delta 88 I got from my folks of similar vintage for my second car. First one was a 1966 Kaiser Jeep Wagoneer I got as a cast-away from my sister, who got it as a cast-away...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-16-24, 02:28 PM
Replies: 2,871
Views: 63,624
Posted By datlas

My suspicion is that CVT is like tubeless tires. ...

My suspicion is that CVT is like tubeless tires. Done right, it’s good. Done badly, it’s awful. Our Honda Fit has a CVT and it works well and no concerns.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-16-24, 12:55 PM
Replies: 2,871
Views: 63,624
Posted By datlas

Daughter #1 has one. It’s quite dependable.

Daughter #1 has one. It’s quite dependable.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-16-24, 12:54 PM
Replies: 2,871
Views: 63,624
Posted By datlas

I see some 5 year old used Si’s for about 15k. ...

I see some 5 year old used Si’s for about 15k. That fits the budget. I only wonder if they have been driven hard/abused as they attract people who push them.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-16-24, 12:52 PM
Replies: 2,871
Views: 63,624
Posted By datlas

Good to know. I still want a stick but may have...

Good to know. I still want a stick but may have to go automatic for the people.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-16-24, 10:32 AM
Replies: 2,871
Views: 63,624
Posted By datlas

I am still pondering best replacement for the...

I am still pondering best replacement for the Saturn. My dad’s minivan is possible but he is doing better and despite his age of 90 he may not be willing to let it go for another year or two. I...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-16-24, 10:26 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 896
Posted By datlas

My take: either tubular for a true...

My take: either tubular for a true classic/vintage look, or it’s like a bamboo bike frame: viable but “niche” and there are much better choices unless you want something really quirky and not cost...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-16-24, 06:43 AM
Replies: 2,871
Views: 63,624
Posted By datlas

This was taken before the game started. It still...

This was taken before the game started. It still ended up being about 35% capacity which is probably typical for a midweek game. The Angels won 7-2 BTW.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-15-24, 11:12 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 260
Posted By datlas

Those Mavic R-SYS wheels got a bad rap due to...

Those Mavic R-SYS wheels got a bad rap due to some QC issues with the carbon fiber spokes breaking. They are very light but not aero and a bit narrow compared to current model wheels. They are...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-15-24, 10:50 PM
Replies: 2,871
Views: 63,624
Posted By datlas

Game was good, but in the middle of the game I...

Game was good, but in the middle of the game I got a text that our Amtrak train we bought tickets for was canceled and we should take the next train which is TWO HOURS LATER. Eff that action, we...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-15-24, 06:59 PM
Replies: 2,871
Views: 63,624
Posted By datlas

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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Forum: Road Cycling
05-15-24, 05:59 PM
Replies: 2,871
Views: 63,624
Posted By datlas

Adventures in urban travel: took a 1 hour public...

Adventures in urban travel: took a 1 hour public bus from our apartment to downtown LA (Union Station), now on the Orange County Commuter Rail to Anaheim. The cars are double-decker and VERY comfy...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-15-24, 01:27 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 371
Posted By datlas

If SAME generation likely minimal difference. ...

If SAME generation likely minimal difference. Newer is better.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-15-24, 12:22 PM
Replies: 2,871
Views: 63,624
Posted By datlas

On yesterday’s hike we saw a guy with a weird...

On yesterday’s hike we saw a guy with a weird space-age looking backpack.

It was Apple Maps guy!

(stock image)
...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-15-24, 12:14 PM
Replies: 2,871
Views: 63,624
Posted By datlas

Speaking of food, we got pastries at Republique a...

Speaking of food, we got pastries at Republique a well rated bakery cafe, and now getting sammiches from Mendocino Farms which is a popular sandwich place, to take to Angles stadium. The food in LA...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-15-24, 12:11 PM
Replies: 2,871
Views: 63,624
Posted By datlas

mrs datlas gets easily hangry, it’s not a...

mrs datlas gets easily hangry, it’s not a pleasant time for either of us when that happens.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-15-24, 09:22 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 383
Posted By datlas

Too late for Andy. But seriously, wait for...

Too late for Andy.

But seriously, wait for some unbiased reviews. I expect we will know soon enough.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-15-24, 08:47 AM
Replies: 2,871
Views: 63,624
Posted By datlas

I was thinking he did not enjoy the climb. ...

I was thinking he did not enjoy the climb. :innocent:
Forum: Road Cycling
05-15-24, 08:46 AM
Replies: 2,871
Views: 63,624
Posted By datlas

Oops, the game today is not Pirates vs Angels (I...

Oops, the game today is not Pirates vs Angels (I was misinformed), it’s Cardinals vs Angels. Not that it matters much to me, but I want to set the record straight.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-14-24, 08:33 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,093
Posted By datlas

I am trying to be tolerant, but why does the OP...

I am trying to be tolerant, but why does the OP post the question twice and not give us the additional info we need (and requested) to give a decent answer to the question?

:notamused:
Forum: Road Cycling
05-14-24, 08:23 PM
Replies: 2,871
Views: 63,624
Posted By datlas

Must resist urge….MUST RESIST!

Must resist urge….MUST RESIST!
Forum: Road Cycling
05-14-24, 06:46 PM
Replies: 2,871
Views: 63,624
Posted By datlas

I will try to redeem myself by rooting for the...

I will try to redeem myself by rooting for the Pirates and not dwelling on the fact that the Phillies are doing so well.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-14-24, 06:17 PM
Replies: 2,871
Views: 63,624
Posted By datlas

I expect she will be ok but it’s gonna take a...

I expect she will be ok but it’s gonna take a long time. I am guessing she won’t get charges dropped/addressed for 1-2 months and then she will be considered an official graduate with a degree. But...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-14-24, 05:48 PM
Replies: 2,871
Views: 63,624
Posted By datlas

No thanks. It will be an adventure enough to get...

No thanks. It will be an adventure enough to get to Anaheim. We will take a public bus to downtown LA then a commuter train to Anaheim. For the return there is no commuter rail (they only run...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-14-24, 04:38 PM
Replies: 2,871
Views: 63,624
Posted By datlas

RMOT ...

RMOT

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More pics and vids on my Strava feed.

As we were walking in the...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-14-24, 04:34 PM
Replies: 2,871
Views: 63,624
Posted By datlas

She is a mixed bag of emotions. It sounds like...

She is a mixed bag of emotions. It sounds like the “charges” against her by USC may take several weeks before a final status/decusion is made. In the meantime she is flying out to Cannes today.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-14-24, 03:20 PM
Replies: 2,871
Views: 63,624
Posted By datlas

We took the public bus to/from Griffith...

We took the public bus to/from Griffith Park/Observatory. The route included a few miles along Hollywood Blvd. The strip feels like a big tourist trap.

RMOT
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-13-24, 04:32 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,093
Posted By datlas

Depends on details of your components how...

Depends on details of your components how easy/hard this would be. It’s more complicated than you think. Details are needed to give better answers.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-13-24, 02:02 PM
Replies: 2,871
Views: 63,624
Posted By datlas

Grammy Museum

Grammy Museum
Forum: Road Cycling
05-13-24, 11:58 AM
Replies: 2,871
Views: 63,624
Posted By datlas

Guess where we are! ...

Guess where we are!
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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-13-24, 09:22 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 2,966
Posted By datlas

Late to the party, but agree with others who...

Late to the party, but agree with others who suggest 28F 30R.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-13-24, 09:13 AM
Replies: 2,871
Views: 63,624
Posted By datlas

I rode 53/42 and 13-21 6 speed for decades. ...

I rode 53/42 and 13-21 6 speed for decades. Would NOT go back to that. No thanks.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-13-24, 08:48 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 271
Posted By datlas

Understanding (and using the knowledge of) the...

Understanding (and using the knowledge of) the center well of the rim is key to getting the bead over the edge of the rim.

And a Kool-stop Bead Jack tool if all else fails!
Forum: Road Cycling
05-13-24, 08:07 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 650
Posted By datlas

Word of the day : chronotype.

Word of the day : chronotype.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-12-24, 09:25 PM
Replies: 2,871
Views: 63,624
Posted By datlas

That’s mine too, and on a killer climb like you...

That’s mine too, and on a killer climb like you describe I am wishing for a 32. The 28 is fine up to about 15%.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-12-24, 07:40 PM
Replies: 2,871
Views: 63,624
Posted By datlas

The place we are staying in has five cats. They...

The place we are staying in has five cats. They mostly stay inside the owner’s house but one came out for awhile to play and snuggle. His name is Mango.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-12-24, 07:30 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 650
Posted By datlas

How long are your morning rides (in time) and how...

How long are your morning rides (in time) and how soon after eating do you leave?

Lots of variables but honestly best nutrition is what tastes good and sits well in your stomach. If less than 3...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-12-24, 11:31 AM
Replies: 2,871
Views: 63,624
Posted By datlas

Waiting to switch buses. This is at the corner. ...

Waiting to switch buses. This is at the corner. I tried to explain it’s significance to Mrs datlas.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-12-24, 10:52 AM
Replies: 2,871
Views: 63,624
Posted By datlas

We sent Hannah (daughter #1) back to PA this...

We sent Hannah (daughter #1) back to PA this morning. Now hopping on a bus to check out some sights on UCLA campus per mrs datlas’ Mother’s Day wishes.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-12-24, 10:51 AM
Replies: 2,871
Views: 63,624
Posted By datlas

That happened to me when I tried to go up...

That happened to me when I tried to go up Smugglers Notch in Vermont.

What’s your bailout gear combo??
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-11-24, 09:58 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 401
Posted By datlas

Good question. My understanding is max pressure...

Good question. My understanding is max pressure is primarily a TIRE spec more so than a rim spec, although of course both can contribute to a blowout failure. I suspect you are probably ok running...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-11-24, 09:07 PM
Replies: 2,871
Views: 63,624
Posted By datlas

We got Mexican street food for dinner. So...

We got Mexican street food for dinner.

So authentic you have to order en Español. Es bueno..
Forum: Road Cycling
05-11-24, 01:31 PM
Replies: 2,871
Views: 63,624
Posted By datlas

If you see my Strava you will see pic of store...

If you see my Strava you will see pic of store called Erewhon. I have never been inside, but I am told it makes Whole Foods look like a proletariat place in comparison.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-11-24, 01:15 PM
Replies: 2,871
Views: 63,624
Posted By datlas

My iPhone says 12 000 steps so far today. I...

My iPhone says 12 000 steps so far today. I suppose more is better, but whether the goal should be 5000 or 10000 or more probably depends on the person. A one-size-fits-all goal is usually foolish...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-11-24, 12:44 PM
Replies: 2,871
Views: 63,624
Posted By datlas

Not mine. We walked all the way to Culver...

Not mine.

We walked all the way to Culver City and there was a serious car show going on. Lots of classic cars but not a single Saturn.

More pics on my Strava feed but here are a couple...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-11-24, 11:29 AM
Replies: 2,871
Views: 63,624
Posted By datlas

Nope. I have not done that and only Strava-ing...

Nope. I have not done that and only Strava-ing current walk which is in progress. I am taking a rest while Mrs datlas browses at the furniture place. I consider it my husbandly duty.
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