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Forum: Training & Nutrition
01-30-17, 08:53 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,761
Posted By karlkras

Your laptop is a Windows system?

Your laptop is a Windows system?
Forum: Training & Nutrition
01-30-17, 10:15 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,761
Posted By karlkras

PerPro users?

Speaking of PerfPro, have you tried using this? After getting really frustrated with connection issues with Zwift, I found PerfPro (on day 2 of 14 day trial) and seems much better on connecting and...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-15-17, 03:10 PM
Replies: 3,556
Views: 2,501,938
Posted By karlkras

Hi, the name's Karl, and I'm a clyde again.

Finally got the nerve to stand on the scale this morning, typical pattern of avoidance. I'm now at an all time high of 240 lbs, at 5'11" and feel it.
2 1/2 years ago prior to a pulmonary embolism I...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
12-21-16, 11:18 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,328
Posted By karlkras

Well, claiming compatibility and execution are...

Well, claiming compatibility and execution are two different things. There's a wide variety of Windows drivers and capabilities, but if you support a specific narrow limited range of of the platform,...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
12-21-16, 08:23 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,328
Posted By karlkras

Is this tech really worth it? Rant...

I'm in tech. It's what i do. It also frustrates the hell out me when it doesn't work.

I recently got the bug to purchase a Wahoo Kickr to get the opportunity to workout indoors with power/hr/etc....
Forum: Training & Nutrition
12-13-16, 11:52 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 8,541
Posted By karlkras

If you haven't purchased one yet, I have a direct...

If you haven't purchased one yet, I have a direct drive Lemond Revolution I can give up for a very fair price.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
12-13-16, 11:31 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 15,713
Posted By karlkras

well, I just picked up the older model so I can't...

well, I just picked up the older model so I can't really provide a comparison. but when I was considering exactly as you one of the main points in the new model's favor was noise reduction. I've been...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
10-18-15, 10:16 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 768
Posted By karlkras

Commuting from Hillsboro to Tigard....

Hello,
Well, Google recommends I take the Fanno Creek trial from Beaverton into Tigard, but my commute will be in the dark hours (morning and evening) to and from work so I'm looking for a more...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-15-13, 09:48 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 4,068
Posted By karlkras

Oh, I must have missed that. Was wondering what...

Oh, I must have missed that. Was wondering what the difference is between walking and hiking? Does where you walk dictate whether you're hiking or not?
Hey if this is working for you GREAT! I...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-14-13, 05:51 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 4,068
Posted By karlkras

I'm surprised that nowhere in this thread was any...

I'm surprised that nowhere in this thread was any mention of weight training. Cycling alone, especially at our age generally won't do much but make you skinny, doing little for your sustained BMI....
Forum: Commuting
08-14-13, 02:55 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,520
Posted By karlkras

Kona Rove or ?

Hello,
Having recently lost a bike (and close friend) to theft I'm considering a restructure of my bike corral.
I'm now down to 6 bikes and thinking that my current philosophy of having a specific...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-14-13, 08:50 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,331
Posted By karlkras

Wow, I hear there's (there is) medication for...

Wow, I hear there's (there is) medication for that! :lol:
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-14-13, 08:47 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,331
Posted By karlkras

Yea, for sure, peace! There is this preoccupation...

Yea, for sure, peace! There is this preoccupation with trying to "dial stuff in" where there is a wide range of conditions that make it impractical. I was just trying to get a consensus of how wide...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-12-13, 08:38 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,331
Posted By karlkras

If this is what you consider one of the "Great...

If this is what you consider one of the "Great Mysteries" in this world, we're in really good shape. Thanks for your humble opinion.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
08-11-13, 12:21 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,468
Posted By karlkras

Bingo suppcyc,fat's where it's at! Add Ghee and...

Bingo suppcyc,fat's where it's at! Add Ghee and Olive Oil to that list.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-11-13, 11:44 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,331
Posted By karlkras

Heart Rate guidelines... anyone else here find similar discrepancies?

So I'm going over my training numbers over the past few weeks and noted that my maximum heart rate (MHR) is generally in the 180-185 bpm range. During some harder training intervals I can hit 190...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-14-13, 12:37 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,514
Posted By karlkras

Hi, thought I'd post my question on a presta...

Hi, thought I'd post my question on a presta valve issue here on this older thread to minimize forum noise...

I've been using presta valve tubes for a long while now, but recently I've run into a...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
06-03-12, 12:42 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 738
Posted By karlkras

HR, am I defective or what (warning, long explanation folows)?

Some background. I'm 53. I've been an avid cyclist most of my adult life, mainly long touring and main means of transportation.
In early summer of '09 I was probably in the top cycling fitness...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-10-12, 09:14 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 480
Posted By karlkras

Arg... missing bottom clamp section of my Pinarello seat rail clamp...

Trying to build my 2001 Pinarello Prince frame today I hit a snag. Apparently (as stated in the title) the bottom section of the seat real clamp must have fallen off of the post during a recent move....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-10-11, 05:52 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,303
Posted By karlkras

So I'm attempting to install this today and am...

So I'm attempting to install this today and am stumpped right out of the gate. Compounding my challenge is I'm working with bar end shifters and need to figure out how I'll run the shift cable...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
11-10-08, 05:00 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 715
Posted By karlkras

Computer on a stationary setup.

hello,
After a very nice first 1/2 of fall in the NW, it's become obvious that the natural weather trends for this time of year has taken grip and I need to get back into my indoor training if I'm...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
06-05-08, 10:54 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 654
Posted By karlkras

Pioneer Century: Carpool Anyone?

Hey,
Looking to either hitch a ride or offer a hitch to the Pioneer Century this weekend. I'm in NE Portland (Alberta area) and am willing to either meet up with you for a ride for me and my bike,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-19-08, 07:27 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,147
Posted By karlkras

Unfortunately no.

Unfortunately no.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-17-08, 12:06 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,147
Posted By karlkras

Needle bearing replacements?

Hello,
Pulling apart the headset on an c. early 90s Erickson frame (poor thing has been neglected for years, tempted to turn the owner in for abuse) I found that this is an Odyssey Toro Pro...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-20-08, 03:24 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 404
Posted By karlkras

Tired of the squeak! But now what?

I'm coming to the realization that I need to make a pedal choice change. I've been using Look pedals for most of my road riding clipless career and maybe it's age, but the damn squeak has got to go....
Forum: Road Cycling
02-15-08, 01:46 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,285
Posted By karlkras

Good point. I guess a better comparison might...

Good point. I guess a better comparison might have been with a Rival group, not Force. I was basing my comparison on what must have been a pretty good deal on a Force group, and considered Red to be...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-12-08, 12:22 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,285
Posted By karlkras

Force vs. Centaur?

I never thought I'd find myself asking this question, but I'm looking to build up a 2001 Pinarello Prince frame and was close to purchasing a 2008 Centaur Carbon group. However, while at last...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-04-08, 09:29 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,103
Posted By karlkras

:( OMG, I'm completely speechless. This is a very...

:( OMG, I'm completely speechless. This is a very sad day indeed. I had heard he was ill, but not aware it was this severe.


http://tinyurl.com/yocpjq
Forum: Road Cycling
01-17-08, 06:01 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,789
Posted By karlkras

FYI: JesonUSA has a sweet deal on '06s right now...

FYI: JesonUSA has a sweet deal on '06s right now...

With Centaur groupo... very tempted for parts alone. (http://www.jensonusa.com/store/product/BI304C00-Jamis+Eclipse+Bike+06.aspx?&SC=RBR0902&x=y)
Forum: Pacific Northwest
01-10-08, 07:14 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 550
Posted By karlkras

Anyone doing WBR?

The Washington Bike Ride looks like a really nice supported tour. (http://www.oregonbicycleride.org/wbr_itinerary.html)
I'm in Portland and looking for others for carpooling up to Spokane for this....
Forum: Touring
01-09-08, 06:11 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 11,232
Posted By karlkras

Check out this thread in the LHT google group: ...

Check out this thread in the LHT google group:
http://tinyurl.com/2z2n6g
Forum: Road Cycling
01-08-08, 05:41 PM
Replies: 2,128
Views: 573,990
Posted By karlkras

I'm in...

In my signature are my steel Pinarello, Surly LHT, and mostly steel (aluminum lugs) Raleigh - does that count?

~maniaque
Forum: Recumbent
01-07-08, 03:58 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,170
Posted By karlkras

Hey Arnold, This might go down as the longest...

Hey Arnold,
This might go down as the longest lag in message reply history but I just now saw this today. So what did you do about your cracked seat stays? Were you able to get them replaced? Also,...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-07-08, 03:45 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 537
Posted By karlkras

Hey, well in the absence of any other replies,...

Hey, well in the absence of any other replies, I'll offer a follow up.
I never did get a response from SKS on my query on whether they could supply these bits separately :mad: so I did a simple fix...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-07-08, 03:26 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,007
Posted By karlkras

Thanks. Yeah, I've considered like gloves, but I...

Thanks. Yeah, I've considered like gloves, but I was hesitant since prior experience found that gloves not specifically designed for cycling had a tendency to wear out/rip prematurely in areas that...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
01-04-08, 10:26 PM
Replies: 1,187
Views: 155,960
Posted By karlkras

Northwest Native. First 35 years in Seattle, last...

Northwest Native. First 35 years in Seattle, last 12 in Portland. Racer in my own mind. Mostly long distance rider. Born again tourist.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-03-08, 05:22 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,007
Posted By karlkras

Irritating Allergy.

Once again I was rudely reminded of a very inconvenient allergy that I have to some forms of neoprene when I purchased and attempted to use a pair of Sugio winter gloves...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-02-08, 03:05 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 537
Posted By karlkras

Race Blade fender mounting parts...

Happy New Year everyone...
Getting in the spirit of the new year, I decided to reinstall a set of Race Blade fenders on my "better road bike" for use on those "better then crappy" winter/spring days...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-02-08, 02:41 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 3,535
Posted By karlkras

Couldn't agree more. Cold isn't so much a problem...

Couldn't agree more. Cold isn't so much a problem in these parts (NW Oregon) and I can even deal with a fair amount of rain, but ice, forget about it. Unfortunately ice is more prevalent then snow...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-02-08, 02:30 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 2,287
Posted By karlkras

96km. 1/2 of that in complete washout rain. Gotta...

96km. 1/2 of that in complete washout rain. Gotta love the Great Northwest!

Happy New Year,
~Karl
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-21-07, 03:29 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,906
Posted By karlkras

Hey Guys, Thanks for the information! I'm...

Hey Guys,
Thanks for the information! I'm thoroughly impressed by the historical data you both have on this.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-21-07, 03:02 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 287
Posted By karlkras

Happy Holidays!

From all of mine:
http://cyclemaniaque.com/img/the_family/dec_2007_all_1.jpg
(The entire clan)
http://cyclemaniaque.com/img/the_family/dec_2007_gofast.jpg
(Clockwise from top left. 2001 Pinarello...
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
12-20-07, 07:40 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 564
Posted By karlkras

Moderator(s), move request.

Hello,
I posted this message (http://bikeforums.net/showthread.php?t=372144) in the Touring section. I think it may get more (any) response in the Classic & Vintage section. I don't want to multi...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-19-07, 08:52 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,906
Posted By karlkras

Nashbar SE(?) Toure ?

Hey folks,
I'm wondering if anyone is aware of a mid 80's touring bike from Nashbar that was labeled what I believe is "Nashbar SE" ? There's such a beast being offered on eBay...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-11-07, 03:30 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 815
Posted By karlkras

We need to get the term "accident" nixed from...

We need to get the term "accident" nixed from these reports. They aren't accidents, they are crashes. IMO much more descriptive of the actual event. Accident to me implies that this wouldn't have...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-10-07, 03:14 PM
Replies: 148
Views: 7,533
Posted By karlkras

Because it's such an easy topic to get the...

Because it's such an easy topic to get the hackles of the Roadies all up in a bunch (present company sometimes included).
Forum: Road Cycling
12-10-07, 02:33 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 724
Posted By karlkras

Should I give up my Raleigh Technium?

Hello,
Early last spring I was in search of a frame to build up with some "old" DuraAce parts that I salvaged from my from my (RIP) wrecked Bianchi Reparto Corsa (car turned in front of me) and...
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
12-04-07, 02:20 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 677
Posted By karlkras

Hmmm, the "outside of the box" approach. Works...

Hmmm, the "outside of the box" approach. Works for me. Thanks! Still though, the internal search engine should be able to do this as well.
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
12-04-07, 01:41 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 677
Posted By karlkras

While we're talking about Searching...

It would appear that there is no syntax for searching for a specific phrase? It would appear that this:
Swift +Shift is equivalent to "Swift Shift", i.e., it returns all messages that contain both...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
11-30-07, 01:57 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 675
Posted By karlkras

Question Help me ID this NiteRider system?

Hello. I have an aging halogen NiteRider system that I had thought was the Cyclops, but searches on the web seem to indicate that the Cyclops was supplied with the water bottle style battery pack...
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