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Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-19-13, 02:59 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 837
Posted By merkong

Perfect Meal x 2, Doing and MS 150 in June Dinner the night before each 75 mile ride

Looking for opinion on pre ride dinner x2. MS 150 in June. Dinner Friday night and Saturday night. Preferably super easy as we are camping. Thinking like a pound of pasta or something. I really...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-18-13, 09:46 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,024
Posted By merkong

Pedaling technique - anyone work on it?

I really didn't know where to start this thread but road cycling ought to do it. Please share with me if you have or regularly work on pedaling technique. I am certain there is more to it than just...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-17-13, 11:12 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 5,287
Posted By merkong

You think you have problems? I just wasted 5...

You think you have problems? I just wasted 5 minutes reading this whole thread. Take your chances. Let him ride but tell him to buy something for godsake.
Forum: Commuting
05-15-13, 08:58 PM
Replies: 1,712
Views: 77,585
Posted By merkong

consularrider (VA)_________________2125 (4293...

consularrider (VA)_________________2125 (4293 total through 4/29 [76/78])
buzzbee (CA )______________________2097
Dwayne (GA)________________________2047 ([61/61]
augustgarage...
Forum: Commuting
05-11-13, 06:44 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 918
Posted By merkong

He "described" them as black because they asked...

He "described" them as black because they asked what race they were...
Forum: Commuting
05-05-13, 05:01 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,782
Posted By merkong

"Oh no you di-idn't..." 314851

"Oh no you di-idn't..."

314851
Forum: Commuting
05-03-13, 04:24 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,368
Posted By merkong

yawn

yawn
Forum: Commuting
05-03-13, 04:22 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 581
Posted By merkong

what did you ride and how did you transport your...

what did you ride and how did you transport your electric bike? or does the electric bike have an autopilot setting? if so, did you follow it or did it lead?
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-26-13, 10:35 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 786
Posted By merkong

no doubt... what's he trying to accomplish? i...

no doubt... what's he trying to accomplish? i wouldn't even know where to start in trying to chime in...
Forum: Commuting
04-22-13, 06:16 PM
Replies: 4,068
Views: 151,279
Posted By merkong

Great as it was dry and snow free. Tomorrow,...

Great as it was dry and snow free. Tomorrow, riding with the 8-10" we're getting at the moment might be less dry and less non-snowy.
Forum: Commuting
04-21-13, 12:17 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,791
Posted By merkong

I would agree. That past didn't make sense to me...

I would agree. That past didn't make sense to me or look very good IMO...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-21-13, 12:13 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,084
Posted By merkong

Agreed. I don't know how old you are but at a...

Agreed. I don't know how old you are but at a point at my age, a very youthful looking, 195# 6'1" 47 year old, I just don't believe the wear and tear on my body is worth it. I am plenty strong with...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-20-13, 11:52 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,084
Posted By merkong

I would agree with you as well. The question is...

I would agree with you as well. The question is why would a cyclist be looking for bodybuilding information?
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-20-13, 11:50 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,084
Posted By merkong

Well, first I would argue that actually very...

Well, first I would argue that actually very little is of value to a cyclist and secondarily you can't filter out the macho BS. Reveal that you're a cyclist looking to maintain fitness and not get...
Forum: Commuting
04-20-13, 11:42 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,791
Posted By merkong

Or wears straps or, gasp, wear lycra and a...

Or wears straps or, gasp, wear lycra and a jersey...
Forum: Commuting
04-20-13, 11:40 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,791
Posted By merkong

Just hack off a pair of wool dress slacks and be...

Just hack off a pair of wool dress slacks and be done. You'll look cooler. That seems like alot of work to look weird. And whats with the author dissing lycra and such? That's how I took it. You...
Forum: Commuting
04-18-13, 08:50 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 742
Posted By merkong

The only thing I get tired of is people asking...

The only thing I get tired of is people asking "You didn't ride your bike today did you?"... They ask this normally in the winter and on days when it's raining or storming... Please stop asking me.
Forum: Commuting
04-17-13, 04:15 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 3,520
Posted By merkong

way to go... do it as often as you can and when...

way to go... do it as often as you can and when you don't, move on and start doing it again.
Forum: Commuting
04-17-13, 04:11 AM
Replies: 106
Views: 4,866
Posted By merkong

yawn

yawn
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-15-13, 03:40 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 708
Posted By merkong

Good luck. Stay determined. You'll make it.

Good luck. Stay determined. You'll make it.
Forum: Commuting
04-15-13, 03:35 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,649
Posted By merkong

Kick his a$$ SeaBass...

Kick his a$$ SeaBass...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-15-13, 11:03 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,084
Posted By merkong

One would hope that athletes like ourselves...

One would hope that athletes like ourselves (cyclists) would be wary of the flavor of the month when it comes to fitness equipment etc. The TRX has withstood the test with me. Coming from a...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-14-13, 08:15 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,376
Posted By merkong

^^^^^ I think you know your stuff. I like it. ...

^^^^^
I think you know your stuff. I like it. Remember, my other forum name could be bonkboy...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-14-13, 05:26 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 934
Posted By merkong

I use to take winters off. Not any more.

I use to take winters off. Not any more.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-14-13, 05:21 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,114
Posted By merkong

What a recipe for overtraining. even if you ate...

What a recipe for overtraining. even if you ate right and slept enough, kudos for making it that long.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-14-13, 05:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,376
Posted By merkong

Not enough info. Overtraining could result from,...

Not enough info. Overtraining could result from, overtraining or training under less than perfect conditions ie rest and nutrition. Listen to your body, develop the plan that will work and good...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-14-13, 05:07 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,084
Posted By merkong

As a longtime member of BB dot com, I agree with...

As a longtime member of BB dot com, I agree with everything you said. One thing I also wanted to comment on more relative to your first few sentences and ironically, balsphemy on BB is a training...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-14-13, 04:46 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 6,375
Posted By merkong

^^^ What I do. With my 15-20 cups of *brown*...

^^^ What I do. With my 15-20 cups of *brown* rice cut in. Easy, tasty, healthy, and by goodness, good.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-14-13, 04:44 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 6,375
Posted By merkong

Good luck with your weight loss. What he said...

Good luck with your weight loss. What he said ^^... All I could see repeating was the soup. I was around 225 with an athletic build at 6 feet tall but decided that I wanted to cut weight for...
Forum: Commuting
04-13-13, 11:40 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,738
Posted By merkong

Here in Eagan, MN it'd last for awhile but I...

Here in Eagan, MN it'd last for awhile but I think eventually it would go no matter where it was. Criminals going find an opportunity.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-13-13, 11:37 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,526
Posted By merkong

This is the training forum *and* I believe he is...

This is the training forum *and* I believe he is inquiring about pace/conditioning etc.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-13-13, 11:34 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,526
Posted By merkong

Maybe you should lighten up a bit... And he was...

Maybe you should lighten up a bit... And he was inquiring about pace etc, not about where he was riding... With your vast experience you could have encouraged him to ride in a different manner and...
Forum: Commuting
04-12-13, 10:49 PM
Replies: 1,712
Views: 77,585
Posted By merkong

Dwayne (GA)________________________1651 [49/49] ...

Dwayne (GA)________________________1651 [49/49]
consularrider (VA)_________________1631 (3442 total through 3/31 [59/59])
The Chemist (China) _______________1467 (1534 total)
Tarwheel...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-10-13, 08:23 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,307
Posted By merkong

You've made the correct call. Being somewhat of...

You've made the correct call. Being somewhat of a noob, I had no idea about the importance of maintaining a higher (normal) cadence. Yet another invaluable piece of the puzzle falls into place... ...
Forum: Commuting
04-10-13, 08:10 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,911
Posted By merkong

you tell 'em! Welcome...

you tell 'em! Welcome...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-10-13, 03:26 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,307
Posted By merkong

Man, it's like you were there watching me... All...

Man, it's like you were there watching me... All the advice on a steady intake is well taken... Thanks forum.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-08-13, 08:40 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,307
Posted By merkong

Cool. I spend most of my time in the Commuter...

Cool. I spend most of my time in the Commuter Forum but this one is a regular stop from here on. Thanks. Also, I love the jolly_ross quote in your sig.

Cheers.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-08-13, 08:23 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,143
Posted By merkong

I am an avid TRX Suspension user. Check it out. ...

I am an avid TRX Suspension user. Check it out. Core, core core as well as mucle work. Will not get you huge which is a good thing. Buy one one CL. Cheap. Good luck.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-08-13, 08:21 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,307
Posted By merkong

Serious Bonk - Scary but Worthwhile from a Nutrition Perspective

I am a fit and athletic adult male, 47 years old, who has commuted off and on for the past 3 years. I ride 7 days a week; approximately 12-14 miles a day roundtrip and weekend rides that are...
Forum: Commuting
04-04-13, 08:50 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,885
Posted By merkong

I live at the bottom of a 9% grade that is...

I live at the bottom of a 9% grade that is approximately one mile in length. I do it several times a week while moving about but will dedicate a few days where I just climb up, coast down sometimes...
Forum: Commuting
04-04-13, 08:48 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,885
Posted By merkong

I don't know for sure but I think that's illegal...

I don't know for sure but I think that's illegal in MN...
Forum: Commuting
04-03-13, 07:43 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 10,437
Posted By merkong

Possible training tool???

Possible training tool???
Forum: Commuting
03-31-13, 08:53 PM
Replies: 131
Views: 16,212
Posted By merkong

I'd say not. The commuting forum is usually free...

I'd say not. The commuting forum is usually free of instigators. Hopefully the thread will live on a bit as some truly know little of the mirror benefit and maybe those who feel compelled can help...
Forum: Commuting
03-29-13, 04:50 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 3,663
Posted By merkong

In the town where I live there are several roads,...

In the town where I live there are several roads, two lanes in each direction where the posted is 55 mph. No shoulder. I hate the chance of taking the lane and them not seeing me at all. Not that...
Forum: Commuting
03-29-13, 04:47 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 3,663
Posted By merkong

They hate us because their spouses and partners...

They hate us because their spouses and partners want us...
Forum: Commuting
03-29-13, 01:55 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 8,806
Posted By merkong

307595

307595
Forum: Commuting
03-29-13, 01:23 PM
Replies: 131
Views: 16,212
Posted By merkong

Pretty much what I was thinking... Gets super...

Pretty much what I was thinking... Gets super grim and tries to drop people if they're not in full kit. Poophead.
Forum: Commuting
03-29-13, 09:44 AM
Replies: 131
Views: 16,212
Posted By merkong

Yeah, I hear you on both points...

Yeah, I hear you on both points...
Forum: Commuting
03-29-13, 08:09 AM
Replies: 131
Views: 16,212
Posted By merkong

I'm aware of the Fred thing... I don't even ride...

I'm aware of the Fred thing... I don't even ride in full kit haha. I did mention right, that I do still pay attention with my eyes and ears. Thousands and thousands of road miles and have been...
Forum: Commuting
03-28-13, 11:12 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 777
Posted By merkong

I have plans on putting my roadside bag in order...

I have plans on putting my roadside bag in order soon as my miles are really going to start skyrocketing. I want to be ready but whether it's on a long ride on some road somewhere or on my way to...
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