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Forum: Great Lakes
04-08-24, 11:31 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 122
Posted By marathon marke

Good roads around Eagle River, Wisconsin?

I'm planning for a weekend up in the Eagle River area in June, and I'm just looking for suggestions on some good cycling roads. TIA
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
09-21-23, 11:54 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 883
Posted By marathon marke

I do on mine. YMMV

I do on mine. YMMV
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-13-23, 02:15 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,529
Posted By marathon marke

I used to do that all the time when riding...

I used to do that all the time when riding sew-ups. I rarely do it anymore.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
09-04-23, 06:17 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 883
Posted By marathon marke

Umm...the FR160 *IS* directional in the vertical...

Umm...the FR160 *IS* directional in the vertical plane. And that's precisely why it does apply. The OP had a valid concern.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-29-23, 11:07 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 883
Posted By marathon marke

I have mine slightly tilted up. It won't be a...

I have mine slightly tilted up. It won't be a problem to oncoming traffic. It does have various settings in case you want to tone it down some, but I almost always keep it at the brightest setting.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-28-23, 12:08 PM
Replies: 21,340
Views: 5,207,437
Posted By marathon marke

Sphyre RC903 replacing my 13 year old Bontrager RL shoes.

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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-23-23, 09:53 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,157
Posted By marathon marke

Old guy with new bling shoes

Retiring my 13 year old Bontrager RL shoes for some Shimano blue-bling S-Phyre shoes. At age 65, having had a 40 year career in ultramarathon cycling (including a 300-mile record across Wisconsin), I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-17-23, 11:51 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,529
Posted By marathon marke

I've pretty much always used talcum powder when...

I've pretty much always used talcum powder when installing a tube. But I can't honestly say that it has helped the tube position itself correctly, as I've always made sure of that during the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-17-23, 11:46 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,850
Posted By marathon marke

This is pretty much the way I do it, but I do...

This is pretty much the way I do it, but I do close the zip lock bag. I also use diluted Simple Green.
The bag can be rinsed out and reused many times.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-16-23, 11:20 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 7,347
Posted By marathon marke

I'm 6'-1", with a 35" inseam. I changed from a...

I'm 6'-1", with a 35" inseam. I changed from a 170mm to 175mm crank arms about 40 years ago when I started participating in ultramarathon events. I think the longer arms helped me especially, since I...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-16-23, 10:36 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 7,347
Posted By marathon marke

So what length do you use?

So what length do you use?
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-27-23, 10:41 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 6,214
Posted By marathon marke

My 2012 BMC SLR01 Team Machine

In 2012, I used this bike to break the 300-mile record across the state of Wisconsin at age 54. I'm now 64 and still competing in ultramarathon races. If it was good enough for Cadel Evans, it's good...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-23-23, 07:33 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,519
Posted By marathon marke

I'm not sure I agree with your comparison of...

I'm not sure I agree with your comparison of Vitorria Corsa vs Continental GP5000.
I've been riding the Contis for several years, and I've been pretty impressed with the tire. I recently picked up...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-13-23, 07:45 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,074
Posted By marathon marke

Oh yes, I had forgotten about those crazy...

Oh yes, I had forgotten about those crazy shifters.
But my original reply wasn't about the shifters, but SHIMS that were used to splice the two halves of the handlebars together. The manufacturer...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-12-23, 07:31 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,074
Posted By marathon marke

I have no idea what the new Varsity is like, but...

I have no idea what the new Varsity is like, but I would almost bet rgat it's got to be a better bike than the Denali. Unless there's a newer version of the Denali, those things used to come with...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-09-23, 08:36 PM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,419,562
Posted By marathon marke

I just started using these. I bought a few mainly...

I just started using these. I bought a few mainly because of a good discount, but my preferred tire for several years now has been Conti GP 5000.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-02-23, 07:32 PM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,419,562
Posted By marathon marke

2012 BMC SLR01 Team

I used this bike to break the 300-mile record across the state of Wisconsin back in 2012 at age 54. It's been used for many double-centuries and 100-mile road races. I'm 64 now, and it's still fast...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-26-23, 03:40 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 548
Posted By marathon marke

At this point, the arms are opened as far as rhey...

At this point, the arms are opened as far as rhey can physically go (each arm hits the opposite one). They open wide enough to get the wheel in, but I'm concerned with no ability to adjust or open up...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-24-23, 08:22 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 548
Posted By marathon marke

Yeah, I've seen those. Nice, but out of my budget!

Yeah, I've seen those. Nice, but out of my budget!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-23-23, 07:18 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 548
Posted By marathon marke

I was mistaken. They're about 14-15mm. I tried to...

I was mistaken. They're about 14-15mm. I tried to correct the original post, but it's not letting me do any edits. :(
That's not a bad idea about the spherical washers. They are pretty thin already,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-23-23, 11:38 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 548
Posted By marathon marke

Actually, TRP R970EQ calipers. They work great,...

Actually, TRP R970EQ calipers. They work great, but with the wider rims I now can't get any allowance to open the QR if my rims ever go out of true.
Thanks for the suggestion on the DA. So do they...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-23-23, 10:27 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 548
Posted By marathon marke

Replacement rim brakes for wide rims

I have a 2012 BMC SLR01 Team Machine that came with 23mm tires and old school narrow rims, 17mm internal. I've since picked up new wheels with 25mm tires and 19 mm rims. The original brakes just...
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-22-20, 08:26 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,481
Posted By marathon marke

:lol: I had to go back and look again. I thought...

:lol: I had to go back and look again. I thought that was just a hole in his glove!
Forum: Road Cycling
07-04-20, 10:03 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 34,443
Posted By marathon marke

Yeah, I think it IS the other way around.

Yeah, I think it IS the other way around.
Forum: Commuting
04-24-18, 11:27 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,068
Posted By marathon marke

Thanks, Darth. I hadn't considered that it might...

Thanks, Darth. I hadn't considered that it might be shiny! I've yet to see one in person, ust online.
Forum: Commuting
04-22-18, 05:30 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,068
Posted By marathon marke

Blackburn EX1 stainless steel rack

Just wondering if anyone has an experienced opinion on this rack. There are vendors selling it for about half the original cost. And aside from cost, would this rack have any disadvantage over the...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-13-14, 03:32 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,905
Posted By marathon marke

I can rarely hear my phone while riding, so it...

I can rarely hear my phone while riding, so it usually doesn't get answered.
On the subject of emotion affecting your speed, I have a significant memory of a similar experience. In 1985 I was in the...
Forum: Winter Cycling
02-27-14, 09:38 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,675
Posted By marathon marke

Yes, they can, but not easily. And the chances of...

Yes, they can, but not easily. And the chances of it being safer when you see them all over the place, including hikers, dogs, and giant penguins, are better than relying on your own instinct.
Forum: Winter Cycling
02-27-14, 08:56 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,675
Posted By marathon marke

THIS!!! ^^^ Up until a couple weeks ago when...

THIS!!! ^^^

Up until a couple weeks ago when we got a bit of a warm up, I was riding section of the Milwaukee River on Milwaukee's north side. You could even ride up a section of the partially...
Forum: Winter Cycling
02-07-14, 06:35 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,918
Posted By marathon marke

I know this thread is about insoles, but I just...

I know this thread is about insoles, but I just wanted to share my own experience. I picked these boots up from Salomon (http://www.salomon.com/us/product/toundra-mid-wp.html) several week ago, and...
Forum: Winter Cycling
01-14-14, 09:58 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 790
Posted By marathon marke

On December 23 od 2012 my bike's tire slipped on...

On December 23 od 2012 my bike's tire slipped on a small patch of ice. I went down hard and broke my hip. On Christmas eve I was in the hospital getting a total hip replacement.
The only bike I ever...
Forum: Winter Cycling
01-10-14, 11:06 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,647
Posted By marathon marke

I made some out of plastic milk jugs a few years...

I made some out of plastic milk jugs a few years ago, but never spent much time refining them. Just the fact that they cut the wind on your hand really helps a lot. Bu these days I just put bar Mitts...
Forum: Winter Cycling
01-07-14, 09:26 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,411
Posted By marathon marke

Salomon TOUNDRA mid WP Boots

I got a pair of Salomon TOUNDRA mid WP boots (http://www.salomon.com/us/product/toundra-mid-wp.html)and have been using them for the past couple days with my fatbike. We've had windchills here in SE...
Forum: Winter Cycling
12-18-13, 10:15 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,487
Posted By marathon marke

With my Surly Moonlander and it's 4.8" wide tires...

With my Surly Moonlander and it's 4.8" wide tires I do. ;)
Forum: Winter Cycling
12-17-13, 10:22 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,346
Posted By marathon marke

The SKS Airchecker ...

The SKS Airchecker (http://fat-bike.com/2011/12/tested-thursday-sks-airchecker-duo-head-digital-air-gauge/)is great for low pressures. It's digital and reads in 1/2 pound increments.

I use Surly...
Forum: Winter Cycling
12-15-13, 08:41 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 801
Posted By marathon marke

I have an old Blackburn wind-trainer, with the...

I have an old Blackburn wind-trainer, with the fan. I have the same problem, and I'm pretty sure it's just in need of bearing replacement.
Forum: Winter Cycling
12-11-13, 04:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,022
Posted By marathon marke

Last winter I had been riding my bike with...

Last winter I had been riding my bike with studded tires until we got a December melt...and then a quick refreeze. I thought the roads were clear enough, so I took my light road bike out. I was...
Forum: Winter Cycling
12-10-13, 06:25 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 820
Posted By marathon marke

I ordered mine from wiggle.com 3 years ago. I'm...

I ordered mine from wiggle.com 3 years ago. I'm very satisfied.
They do have a somewhat slimmer profile than the Lakes or Wölvhammers, mostly due to the thinner sole, which is a carbon composite.
Forum: Winter Cycling
12-05-13, 09:00 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 12,201
Posted By marathon marke

This ^^^ Any lacquer will dry as fast as you...

This ^^^

Any lacquer will dry as fast as you can get your winter riding clothes on. It's the enamels that take longer to dry.
Forum: Winter Cycling
12-02-13, 11:51 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 23,451
Posted By marathon marke

I agree. I'm using my Northwave Artics SPD as...

I agree. I'm using my Northwave Artics SPD as long as I can this winter with my fat bike. I've found that I can get unclipped just as fast as I can get a big ol' insulated boot off of a platform...
Forum: Winter Cycling
11-28-13, 07:02 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,629
Posted By marathon marke

I live in Milwaukee and we probably have very...

I live in Milwaukee and we probably have very similar winter road maintenance procedures as Chicago. I actually prefer to have a bike with studded tires on full time during the winter. I think the...
Forum: Winter Cycling
11-24-13, 06:10 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,944
Posted By marathon marke

I've never heard of anyone having such problems...

I've never heard of anyone having such problems with saddles. I ride 12,000/year and I use the same saddle whatever the weather. No pains, no saddle sores, and no problems. I prefer a Fizik Arione,...
Forum: Winter Cycling
11-23-13, 12:13 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,437
Posted By marathon marke

I look forward to a hot shower and some hot food,...

I look forward to a hot shower and some hot food, soup if we have it. Sometimes I can stand under that hot water for might seem forever, and it feels like the greatest, most luxurious thing in the...
Forum: Winter Cycling
11-08-13, 01:52 AM
Replies: 146
Views: 23,451
Posted By marathon marke

Do you know where these insoles can be purchased?...

Do you know where these insoles can be purchased? Thanks.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
02-13-12, 09:38 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,684
Posted By marathon marke

Actually, Nestle's Quik is about the healthiest...

Actually, Nestle's Quik is about the healthiest popular brand out there. No corn syrup for sweetener, just plain old sugar.
Forum: Winter Cycling
12-21-11, 11:29 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 945
Posted By marathon marke

Where have you heard of xc skiers using this...

Where have you heard of xc skiers using this method?
Forum: Winter Cycling
12-20-11, 11:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,788
Posted By marathon marke

Short tights on long legs

Sorry, but I have the opposite problem. I have Pearl Izumi AmFib tights and I wish they would make an extra-long version. :(
Forum: Commuting
12-12-11, 11:31 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,509
Posted By marathon marke

I work at a shop in SE Wisconsin. One of our...

I work at a shop in SE Wisconsin. One of our sales guys has the Lakes and likes them. He commutes 30 miles/day through most of the winter, and says they keep his feet warm. I was going to get a pair...
Forum: Winter Cycling
12-12-11, 03:10 PM
Replies: 1,384
Views: 526,962
Posted By marathon marke

I think one of the reasons we like this picture...

I think one of the reasons we like this picture so much is because of the dream-like blur. Maybe caused by water on the camera lens, but it gives the viewer a sense of another world. This effect can...
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