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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-12-24, 09:47 AM
Replies: 5,373
Views: 861,864
Posted By rsbob

Hope you climbed the tower for the view. Rented...

Hope you climbed the tower for the view. Rented road bikes in Siena and rode the countryside through the vineyards and fields to San Gimignano with the tall towers used for drying dyed cloth and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-12-24, 09:37 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 3,136
Posted By rsbob

now the bar has been raised!

now the bar has been raised!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-12-24, 09:32 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 987
Posted By rsbob

In the same way, when climbing up a super-steep...

In the same way, when climbing up a super-steep challenging climb, I say to myself, “I think I can, I think I can”.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-11-24, 08:53 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 898
Posted By rsbob

What a great idea. My distance vision is fine...

What a great idea. My distance vision is fine and doesn’t need to be corrected but reading, say google maps or a text on my phone is a pain - sticking on the Lower part of the bifocal - the way you...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-11-24, 08:44 PM
Replies: 6,350
Views: 588,560
Posted By rsbob

Couldn’t tell you since the bike is at the shop...

Couldn’t tell you since the bike is at the shop getting climbing gears and a new chain. Will let you know.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-10-24, 09:35 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,029
Posted By rsbob

I’ve got to see that

I’ve got to see that
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-08-24, 10:46 PM
Replies: 5,373
Views: 861,864
Posted By rsbob

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_1452_0b578d311f993d71723ebb3d1d44694402ca8d01.jpeg...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-08-24, 10:00 PM
Replies: 5,373
Views: 861,864
Posted By rsbob

Ah, near Rio Del Mar. Dad has a house there. ...

Ah, near Rio Del Mar. Dad has a house there. Have been on San Andreas road - but driving. Beautiful area.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-08-24, 02:22 PM
Replies: 183
Views: 4,770
Posted By rsbob

a tune-up for $123 is ridiculously cheap. I paid...

a tune-up for $123 is ridiculously cheap. I paid nearly 3X on my Bianchi. They thoroughly cleaned the entire bike, checked all the bearings, trued the wheels, replaced pads, dialed in the shifting,...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-08-24, 02:10 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,118
Posted By rsbob

This is my gym

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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-08-24, 01:58 PM
Replies: 5,373
Views: 861,864
Posted By rsbob

used to live in Santa Cruz and don’t recall that...

used to live in Santa Cruz and don’t recall that beach on the way to Monterey
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-08-24, 01:45 PM
Replies: 6,350
Views: 588,560
Posted By rsbob

same here Zone 2d out yesterday for an hour...

same here
Zone 2d out yesterday for an hour with a few Z3s for ‘fun’
Forum: Road Cycling
05-06-24, 09:09 PM
Replies: 2,582
Views: 55,086
Posted By rsbob

Hope this can be resolved quickly with the...

Hope this can be resolved quickly with the administration and Heidi can realize her degree. Best wishes
Forum: Road Cycling
05-06-24, 02:35 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 3,471
Posted By rsbob

You have a point. I haven’t used my multi-tool...

You have a point. I haven’t used my multi-tool in years and it has considerable heft (must be a paranoid Boy Scout thing)- and with tubeless and no flats in 2.5 years, why do I need to carry CO2...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-05-24, 09:48 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 2,216
Posted By rsbob

Boy is this ever true. On a 3 mile climb, last...

Boy is this ever true. On a 3 mile climb, last Friday with a good tailwind, I posted a 1 minute and 3 second reduction. What really drove the point home was being able to peddle down in an area where...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-05-24, 09:25 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 1,889
Posted By rsbob

Well if the earth is flat, I alway carry a couple...

Well if the earth is flat, I alway carry a couple of CO2 cartridges and a mini-pump. If that doesn’t work, a spare tube and a boot are in my bag too. :D
Forum: Road Cycling
05-05-24, 12:04 PM
Replies: 3,276
Views: 649,584
Posted By rsbob

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1500x2000/img_1441_85cac19efc1bc7b5abcbc8ba2a7029fac8aef9dd.jpeg
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-05-24, 11:31 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 798
Posted By rsbob

There are organizations that will take the bikes,...

There are organizations that will take the bikes, rehab them and give them to kids/people that can’t afford them. One man’s junk is another’s treasure. See if you can find a community org that...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-04-24, 11:32 PM
Replies: 6,350
Views: 588,560
Posted By rsbob

Attention BF Admins: The misspelling of the title...

Attention BF Admins: The misspelling of the title of this thread, “.How fer did you ride today?! is driving me crazy. Can we please correct with the spelling, ‘fur’? Thank you.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-04-24, 11:24 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 3,136
Posted By rsbob

Trick question? My cyclist ID is RSbob. Only...

Trick question? My cyclist ID is RSbob. Only one “o” thank you very much.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-04-24, 09:07 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,003
Posted By rsbob

That picture is….uh…er….speaks for itself. ...

That picture is….uh…er….speaks for itself. Surprised you didn’t tip over after you corrected it.

I too cannot tolerate any issues and immediately have to fix them 100% or kill myself in the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-04-24, 06:47 PM
Replies: 6,350
Views: 588,560
Posted By rsbob

I’ve been waiting for your mega-efforts. Well...

I’ve been waiting for your mega-efforts. Well done

Today was Z2 for 32 miles and 600’ in light rain.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-04-24, 06:42 PM
Replies: 159
Views: 4,984
Posted By rsbob

He obviously has gone dark so he can’t be found. ...

He obviously has gone dark so he can’t be found. :backpedal:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-04-24, 06:38 PM
Replies: 159
Views: 4,984
Posted By rsbob

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_1440_f9cab9dd83e6555b74de6383edd72d2a0b7d47b2.jpeg
Todays’ “Restaurant Lunch”
Forum: Road Cycling
05-03-24, 11:00 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 2,648
Posted By rsbob

On both bikes I run GP5000s. One is tubeless with...

On both bikes I run GP5000s. One is tubeless with sealant (with discs) and the other uses TPU tubes (with standard brakes). Both bikes (different mfgs) weigh the same amount amazingly enough. And per...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-03-24, 09:43 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 4,412
Posted By rsbob

After 5 days of moving mulch around the...

After 5 days of moving mulch around the homestead, was finally able to get back on the bike and it was a good day. Maybe the legs enjoyed the rest. Strava handle: RickyRocket. This segment is a 3.1...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-03-24, 09:34 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 4,412
Posted By rsbob

Congrats on the W. The best PRs are the ones...

Congrats on the W. The best PRs are the ones that just happen.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-03-24, 08:45 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,377
Posted By rsbob

Don’t know about popularity, or really care, but...

Don’t know about popularity, or really care, but I use one and it really helped with shoulder, hand and neck issues. It is a pretty standard and quite a bit shorter than the stock stem. The only...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-03-24, 08:35 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,029
Posted By rsbob

The very first question about saddles on BF. ...

The very first question about saddles on BF. This should be interesting.

Personally, I removed the saddle years ago and never missed it.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-03-24, 08:31 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 1,889
Posted By rsbob

Rule #1, Never have relations with any individual...

Rule #1, Never have relations with any individual with the nickname, “Tick”.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-03-24, 07:47 PM
Replies: 5,373
Views: 861,864
Posted By rsbob

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_1433_9accfdabe1448873fac0ed7f45d46b529cb34bef.jpeg

Gathering around the dinner table. About 15 in total.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-03-24, 07:44 PM
Replies: 6,350
Views: 588,560
Posted By rsbob

30 miles with 1,700’. Set a PR on a 3 mile 645’...

30 miles with 1,700’. Set a PR on a 3 mile 645’ climb and was the second fastest for age group. Also got a 4th 🏆 over all on a 1.31 mile segment.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-03-24, 07:29 PM
Replies: 159
Views: 4,984
Posted By rsbob

“Paranoia runs deep. Into your soul it will...

“Paranoia runs deep. Into your soul it will creep.”
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-03-24, 10:17 AM
Replies: 159
Views: 4,984
Posted By rsbob

No

No
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-03-24, 10:14 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 423
Posted By rsbob

If you are not using a browser, delete and...

If you are not using a browser, delete and re-load the app. Just spit-balling.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-03-24, 10:12 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 3,136
Posted By rsbob

Splendidly mediocre. Don’t do any discipline very...

Splendidly mediocre. Don’t do any discipline very well, but still enjoying it.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-03-24, 10:05 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 3,136
Posted By rsbob

So you identify as a “man”. That’s a good start....

So you identify as a “man”. That’s a good start. :)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-02-24, 11:04 PM
Replies: 225
Views: 10,497
Posted By rsbob

Sounds like the old saying: Anyone who drives...

Sounds like the old saying: Anyone who drives slower than me is a moron and anyone who drives faster than me is a maniac.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-01-24, 10:10 PM
Replies: 225
Views: 10,497
Posted By rsbob

The grammar police ride again! 🚓. Too funny.

The grammar police ride again! 🚓. Too funny.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-30-24, 08:00 PM
Replies: 236
Views: 8,699
Posted By rsbob

\Glutton for punishment? :)

\Glutton for punishment? :)
Forum: Road Cycling
04-30-24, 07:57 PM
Replies: 236
Views: 8,699
Posted By rsbob

Very entertaining. Thanks for posting - read...

Very entertaining. Thanks for posting - read some other of his blogs
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-30-24, 03:28 PM
Replies: 225
Views: 10,497
Posted By rsbob

What does a nonsequitor have to do with it?...

What does a nonsequitor have to do with it? Evedently you are seeing what you want to see. Most of my bikes are decades old.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-29-24, 10:45 PM
Replies: 225
Views: 10,497
Posted By rsbob

If all instituted life-long boycotts against...

If all instituted life-long boycotts against corporations, institutions or people that they have an issue with, a lot of money would be saved and most of us wouldn’t not own much.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-29-24, 10:29 PM
Replies: 225
Views: 10,497
Posted By rsbob

I admire people of principal who stick to their...

I admire people of principal who stick to their guns.

Full disclosure: I bought a new Trek MTB a few years ago and have it hanging in the bat cave with the other bats (the garage). All of them...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-29-24, 09:57 AM
Replies: 225
Views: 10,497
Posted By rsbob

Must be a lot of imitation people buying them...

Must be a lot of imitation people buying them then. :D And FYI my credibility is not your concern. Have a good day.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-28-24, 10:53 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 2,943
Posted By rsbob

Put two full large water bottles in the cages and...

Put two full large water bottles in the cages and all the weight issues will seem trivial.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-28-24, 10:39 PM
Replies: 225
Views: 10,497
Posted By rsbob

The premise of this thread is just as wacky as...

The premise of this thread is just as wacky as saying I will never buy a German, Italian or Japanese product because they killed Americans in WWII. And what do you consider worse - doping or taking...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-28-24, 10:08 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,019
Posted By rsbob

Something similar happening here. I am the one...

Something similar happening here. I am the one that usually researches cars for Mrs RSbob and myself, even though we do not buy very often - like 10 years per car and over 100,000 miles. She always...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-28-24, 09:37 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 3,918
Posted By rsbob

I bet you have heard the phrase, “You create your...

I bet you have heard the phrase, “You create your own reality”. Your user name reinforces your reality.

I have bike commuted and generally ridden on multi-use trails for decades traveling 10s of...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-28-24, 08:17 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,209
Posted By rsbob

Thanks Yuri. Marin makes wonderful bikes but...

Thanks Yuri. Marin makes wonderful bikes but what a shame about only accommodating narrow tires. The Orbea easily accepts 25s and can also handle 28s. The wheels are basic but their bearings are...
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