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Forum: Road Cycling
04-19-24, 12:23 PM
Replies: 1,162
Views: 20,175
Posted By TMonk

Ya who knows, could just be in the area for...

Ya who knows, could just be in the area for training? Not in the loop with racing out there.

I do come out to southern Az often for El Tour (de Tucson) and Valley of the Sun Stage race most years....
Forum: Road Cycling
04-19-24, 11:58 AM
Replies: 1,162
Views: 20,175
Posted By TMonk

Yep, def. a head cold going on that I most likely...

Yep, def. a head cold going on that I most likely picked up from Liz. Darnit. Was really hoping to get some TSS in tomorrow, we'll see about that. Maybe I'll stick indoors and just do 3-4 hours of...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-19-24, 11:54 AM
Replies: 1,162
Views: 20,175
Posted By TMonk

:beer:

:beer:
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
04-19-24, 11:43 AM
Replies: 17,813
Views: 1,457,779
Posted By TMonk

Lol, this sound like you are stuck in erg mode -...

Lol, this sound like you are stuck in erg mode - but in real life!

I'd encourage you to try and be a little less reliant on the computer. You should be able to do these with current power,...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-19-24, 11:40 AM
Replies: 1,162
Views: 20,175
Posted By TMonk

Training out in the wild with full aero setups...

Training out in the wild with full aero setups huh? Disc wheel etc... I ride shallow rims when training outdoor on my TT bike nearly all of the time, unless preparing for an event. I wonder if they...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-19-24, 09:31 AM
Replies: 1,162
Views: 20,175
Posted By TMonk

fair enough!

fair enough!
Forum: Road Cycling
04-19-24, 09:03 AM
Replies: 1,162
Views: 20,175
Posted By TMonk

Confused body today for me. Legs ready to go but...

Confused body today for me. Legs ready to go but I'm def. fighting something off, opaque mucus and some head congestion. I wanted tp go hard today but I turned it down a notch. Just finished Epic...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-19-24, 09:00 AM
Replies: 1,162
Views: 20,175
Posted By TMonk

the best part of MTB! Glad you enjoyed it. RE:...

the best part of MTB! Glad you enjoyed it. RE: hose, I just have it clipped on my left shoulder. So I have to grab it, but it is easier than a bottle.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
04-19-24, 07:55 AM
Replies: 17,813
Views: 1,457,779
Posted By TMonk

I think I'm fighting something off, a bit of...

I think I'm fighting something off, a bit of opaque mucus and some congestion. I wanted to go hard today and tomorrow and rest next week, but I'll have to play this by ear. I think I'll do some...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
04-19-24, 07:44 AM
Replies: 17,813
Views: 1,457,779
Posted By TMonk

Team events (TTT, TP) are also interesting too...

Team events (TTT, TP) are also interesting too since it's all about execution.... especially on the track. There is some choreography there. I have never raced a TP or IP but would like to try. I'd...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-18-24, 05:19 PM
Replies: 1,162
Views: 20,175
Posted By TMonk

^ those kinds of stories are what legends are...

^
those kinds of stories are what legends are made of!
Forum: Road Cycling
04-18-24, 04:15 PM
Replies: 1,162
Views: 20,175
Posted By TMonk

Got a bit of a special show I'm seeing tonight....

Got a bit of a special show I'm seeing tonight. Can't believe he's still touring at his age! Amazing! Seen him twice before. Last time it was quite progressive/fusion, which is totally my vibe. I may...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-18-24, 10:25 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 270
Posted By TMonk

I use a strip of old tire, bout 1" x 3", with the...

I use a strip of old tire, bout 1" x 3", with the bead cut out
Forum: Road Cycling
04-18-24, 09:14 AM
Replies: 1,162
Views: 20,175
Posted By TMonk

Close call a minute ago. Watching baby this AM...

Close call a minute ago. Watching baby this AM instead of training before work, Liz is a bit sick.

I put Lilly on a trundle bed we have in the garage while assembling some things for work. She...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-18-24, 09:11 AM
Replies: 1,162
Views: 20,175
Posted By TMonk

^ fun! Yes, but do Dougs do omega...

^
fun!



Yes, but do Dougs do omega 3's??
Forum: Road Cycling
04-18-24, 08:06 AM
Replies: 1,162
Views: 20,175
Posted By TMonk

We've been introducing solid foods to Liliana at...

We've been introducing solid foods to Liliana at ~6.5 months. She had broccoli in her diaper yesterday, so I'd say that's a success!
...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-18-24, 08:04 AM
Replies: 1,162
Views: 20,175
Posted By TMonk

:thumb:. AIn't nothing wrong w that! Enjoying...

:thumb:. AIn't nothing wrong w that! Enjoying the new MTB?
Forum: Road Cycling
04-17-24, 09:16 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 2,668
Posted By TMonk

^ nice one

^
nice one
Forum: Road Cycling
04-17-24, 04:39 PM
Replies: 1,162
Views: 20,175
Posted By TMonk

I like this attitude! It's like, ok I have X...

I like this attitude! It's like, ok I have X distance to cover, lets get this darn thing over with ASAP
Forum: Road Cycling
04-17-24, 02:13 PM
Replies: 1,162
Views: 20,175
Posted By TMonk

We used to have a CNC at work. Very cool...

We used to have a CNC at work. Very cool machine. We would use it to make custom synthesis or characterization mounts for R&D projects.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-17-24, 02:13 PM
Replies: 1,162
Views: 20,175
Posted By TMonk

yes and yes!

yes and yes!
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
04-17-24, 12:17 PM
Replies: 17,813
Views: 1,457,779
Posted By TMonk

Couple photos of last week's ITT. They put the...

Couple photos of last week's ITT. They put the photographer right near the S/F area which sucks because you need to leave aero a bit to navigate traffic. I promise I look better on other parts of...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-17-24, 12:16 PM
Replies: 1,162
Views: 20,175
Posted By TMonk

Couple photos of last week's ITT. They put the...

Couple photos of last week's ITT. They put the photographer right near the S/F area which sucks because you need to leave aero a bit to navigate traffic. I promise I look better on other parts of...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-16-24, 06:51 PM
Replies: 1,162
Views: 20,175
Posted By TMonk

Nice ride! Fast too. Group or solo?

Nice ride! Fast too. Group or solo?
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
04-16-24, 04:58 PM
Replies: 17,813
Views: 1,457,779
Posted By TMonk

Got some miles in this morning. Stayed mostly...

Got some miles in this morning. Stayed mostly coastal, so not much climbing. Sat in on the Tuesday morning Fiesta hammer ride for a few laps till it was more than what I wanted (I can't not pull...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-16-24, 04:57 PM
Replies: 1,162
Views: 20,175
Posted By TMonk

Got some miles in this morning. Stayed mostly...

Got some miles in this morning. Stayed mostly coastal, so not much climbing. Sat in on the Tuesday morning Fiesta hammer ride for a few laps till it was more than what I wanted (I can't not pull...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-16-24, 04:34 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 450
Posted By TMonk

I am also in coastal San Diego like Hermes and...

I am also in coastal San Diego like Hermes and frequently near the ocean. I take no measures to protect my bike from salt and have no rust issues. Must be something weird about your area!
Forum: Road Cycling
04-16-24, 04:23 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 717
Posted By TMonk

I also have multiple saddle bags for the same...

I also have multiple saddle bags for the same reasons as Koyote, 4 that I use regularly.

For small ones, I have an Orucase and the Lezyne that I like. I think the Lezyne is the "road caddy", and...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-16-24, 01:50 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 2,668
Posted By TMonk

phrantic09 Eric F yeah, it's the summit aero...

phrantic09 Eric F yeah, it's the summit aero stuff. Nice as far as generic kit goes, or at least not too crappy. And yeah it is different again - it's gotten a bit smaller the last two seasons I...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-16-24, 07:36 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 2,668
Posted By TMonk

Here's this year's team kit. I will donate it at...

Here's this year's team kit. I will donate it at the end of the season. Pactimo seems to change their stitching patterns and fit slightly each year, which is a bit annoying TBH. Not sure if that is...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-16-24, 07:33 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 2,668
Posted By TMonk

Good point. Now that you mention, any jersey...

Good point. Now that you mention, any jersey that I've hung onto for sentimental reasons hasn't been a super lightweight, racey one. And, they don't get used super frequently.... So I rescind my...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-15-24, 10:11 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 2,668
Posted By TMonk

I do have a couple pairs of "The Black Bibs" that...

I do have a couple pairs of "The Black Bibs" that are a few seasons old, and getting a bit long in the tooth. Slightly stretched, worn spots in the lower back etc. I use them exclusively on the...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-15-24, 10:06 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 2,668
Posted By TMonk

The durability argument is a good one. Esp with...

The durability argument is a good one. Esp with bibs. Jerseys can last basically forever IME. I'm still at a point where I'm getting team issued stuff each season, but that may or may not last...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-15-24, 02:13 PM
Replies: 1,162
Views: 20,175
Posted By TMonk

Ya Forekasters and Rekons are good middle of the...

Ya Forekasters and Rekons are good middle of the road tires. My bike came with Forekasters F/R but I swapped em out for Rekon Race F and Ikon R. The tires still have the EXO sidewalls so they...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-15-24, 01:06 PM
Replies: 1,162
Views: 20,175
Posted By TMonk

As the speed goes up, the rolling resistance...

As the speed goes up, the rolling resistance matters more (same w aero). So on tough climbs - not a whole lot of difference. But on flat trail and flat roads, the tires make a huge difference!

And...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
04-15-24, 10:39 AM
Replies: 17,813
Views: 1,457,779
Posted By TMonk

Lovely morning on the MTB, unstructured, mostly...

Lovely morning on the MTB, unstructured, mostly EZ. Felt lazy at first and just enjoyed being outside in the cool morning. I rode the techy bits in the middle quite nicely and even cleaned a tough...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-15-24, 10:39 AM
Replies: 1,162
Views: 20,175
Posted By TMonk

Lovely morning on the MTB, unstructured, mostly...

Lovely morning on the MTB, unstructured, mostly EZ. Felt lazy at first and just enjoyed being outside in the cool morning. I rode the techy bits in the middle quite nicely and even cleaned a tough...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-15-24, 10:31 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 2,668
Posted By TMonk

"The Black Bibs" is another good cheap clothing...

"The Black Bibs" is another good cheap clothing company. Stateside customer service and inventory which is nice. Very little marketing budget so the price point is attractive.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-15-24, 09:38 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 2,668
Posted By TMonk

I say, just buy whatever is cheap and fits. But,...

I say, just buy whatever is cheap and fits. But, if you enjoy dressing and feeling fancy - that is fine! Nothing wrong with that. I certainly enjoy that when I'm off the bike :).

I've been a...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-14-24, 07:56 PM
Replies: 1,162
Views: 20,175
Posted By TMonk

I see coyotes several times per year on my rides...

I see coyotes several times per year on my rides to mission trails. Saw one last MTB ride in fact, didn't even think to mention it. Big, healthy specimen too with a nice thick coat and a streak of...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-14-24, 06:07 PM
Replies: 1,162
Views: 20,175
Posted By TMonk

dangit EricF and LAJ beat me to the punch

dangit EricF and LAJ beat me to the punch
Forum: Road Cycling
04-14-24, 06:06 PM
Replies: 1,162
Views: 20,175
Posted By TMonk

Jingle Bells! My favorite accessory. Alerts...

Jingle Bells! My favorite accessory. Alerts hikers and other trail users of my presence without me having to raise my voice.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-14-24, 04:39 PM
Replies: 1,162
Views: 20,175
Posted By TMonk

prudes around these parts!

prudes around these parts!
Forum: Road Cycling
04-14-24, 04:38 PM
Replies: 1,162
Views: 20,175
Posted By TMonk

Also into my storage solution for tools/supplies...

Also into my storage solution for tools/supplies on my MTB. Frame strap for tube at bottom of DT, Wolftooth axle handle multi tool, small pack for CO2, inflator, multi tool bits and tools. The WT...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-14-24, 04:26 PM
Replies: 1,162
Views: 20,175
Posted By TMonk

Pretty into this combined formula and...

Pretty into this combined formula and breastfeeding thing we've been doing. Lilly developed some GI irritation a few months ago so we had to drop the EBF thing due to some protein intolerance or...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-14-24, 02:38 PM
Replies: 1,162
Views: 20,175
Posted By TMonk

Hmm, interesting. Never hard the...

Hmm, interesting. Never hard the spicy/bitter/sour nervous system theory before. IME and AKAIK, cramps are due to electrolytes, or just plain old fatigue. I think I recall someone telling me...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
04-14-24, 02:33 PM
Replies: 17,813
Views: 1,457,779
Posted By TMonk

Light TT adaptation ride today, 1 hr of z2/3....

Light TT adaptation ride today, 1 hr of z2/3. Weather is nice, and it's a weekend (low traffic), so I thought this time that I'd venture out to a local frontage road near my place, instead of doing...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-14-24, 02:31 PM
Replies: 1,162
Views: 20,175
Posted By TMonk

Light TT adaptation ride today, 1 hr of z2/3....

Light TT adaptation ride today, 1 hr of z2/3. Weather is nice, and it's a weekend (low traffic), so I thought this time that I'd venture out to a local frontage road near my place, instead of doing...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-14-24, 02:19 PM
Replies: 1,162
Views: 20,175
Posted By TMonk

Heck yes, I'll watch some footage! I managed to...

Heck yes, I'll watch some footage! I managed to catch the last couple laps of the U23 women's XCO live
Forum: Road Cycling
04-14-24, 07:59 AM
Replies: 1,162
Views: 20,175
Posted By TMonk

Fun choice!

Fun choice!
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