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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-08-17, 11:20 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,285
Posted By buddy

Report: I have to say that my LBS (Capital...

Report:
I have to say that my LBS (Capital Cyclery in Baton Rouge) really took care of me. They replaced the chain for free of charge.

My LBS feels that the derailer was bent towards the chain...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-03-17, 04:12 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,285
Posted By buddy

Did not break at master link it was about 2 links...

Did not break at master link it was about 2 links away from the master link.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-03-17, 04:09 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,285
Posted By buddy

11 speed road bike KMC X11 chain Is...

11 speed road bike

KMC X11 chain

Is KMC a decent chain? My LBS thinks there great.

My LBS sold me the chain and install it.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-03-17, 02:56 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,937
Posted By buddy

Chain Broke Ride

This Saturday I was in the middle of no where and my chain broke. Lucky one of the guys I was riding with had a friend who picked me up.
https://www.strava.com/activities/1164744900
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-03-17, 02:34 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,285
Posted By buddy

Broke Chain Ride

This past Saturday I was on a bike ride and my chain broke.

Prior to breaking there was a clicking sound. It sounded like it was coming under my seat. I stopped a couple of times to see where...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-31-17, 06:38 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,152
Posted By buddy

Call it a clue

If a saddle has a list price of $250 and a international seller has a new product for $29.99. It might be a knock off.

Remember the old adage "Anything to good to be true, is probably not true"....
Forum: Road Cycling
08-30-17, 10:16 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,717
Posted By buddy

Forgiveness needed for rule violation

Please forgive for breaking rule 32 "humps are camels; no hydration packs".

I am the first one to admit without rules we're are just mere riders on a bike.

This summer I been training for the...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-30-17, 09:47 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,733
Posted By buddy

Review of Giro Synthe

I have been wanting to replace my $20 Bell helmet I have had forever. All of the padding is worn out.

This weekend I was in Witchita Falls for Hotter'n Hell. I visited the expo and thought it...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
08-30-17, 11:17 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,622
Posted By buddy

Short Leg

This past weekend I was in Wichita Falls Texas for a bike event.

I needed new cleats for my shoes so I was talking to the good folks from Velofix.com.

They told me the way my cleats and...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
07-13-17, 07:29 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,252
Posted By buddy

The cost of modernity. What happened to the day...

The cost of modernity. What happened to the day we just road our bikes with a downtube shifters and didn't even have a speed ometitor.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
07-12-17, 09:44 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,252
Posted By buddy

Pain in the a$$.

Before I go for a ride I have to charge my phone, bike computer, main light, red light and back up battery.

I have to start charging a few days in advance.

A real pain in the butt.

Just...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
07-11-17, 07:54 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,784
Posted By buddy

I did it on Training Road as a one hour effort. ...

I did it on Training Road as a one hour effort.

My total one hour average was 133 with my 20 minute ftp test was 181.

Before you laugh to hard I am 60 years old and a heart attach survivor...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
07-11-17, 12:12 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 977
Posted By buddy

Didn't Contador use this as an excuse when he...

Didn't Contador use this as an excuse when he tested positive?

"Oh here are my rotten meat receipts that I just purchased at Whole Foods".

To me I smell more than rotten meat.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
07-10-17, 11:55 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,784
Posted By buddy

How accurate is the 20 minute FTP test?

If your functional threshold power is defined as the highest average maximum power output for one hour.

And the 20 minute test is your average power for 20 minutes multipled by 95%.

Today I did...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-06-17, 08:42 PM
Replies: 207
Views: 19,866
Posted By buddy

Disc brakes future of road bikes?

Will calipors go the way of downtube shifters?
Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-17, 09:13 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,629
Posted By buddy

A dumb movie!

Saw the trailer will not waste time or brain cells.

But I will say that sene with Lance Armstrong is a scream.
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
06-06-17, 10:44 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,082
Posted By buddy

Thanks

Thanks so much. I raised my saddle about a half inch up and I think it made a big difference.
Again thanks.
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
06-06-17, 09:21 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,082
Posted By buddy

Right Knee pain

Earlier this year I got a new (used) bike 5.2 Domane. I thought that I got it pretty well tuned in. Been on a few long rides no problem.

Last week I changed the saddle to a ISM Adamo Road Saddle...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-17, 10:04 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 5,551
Posted By buddy

Thanks

[QUOTE=Clipped_in;19604502]:thumb:

For me, going faster on descents because of size is simply confirmation that God loves me and is pleased with me for hauling my fat butt up the hills...:D
...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-22-17, 05:27 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 5,551
Posted By buddy

Two people on top of a hill?

Okay you have two people on top of a hill on identical bikes. One person weights 100 lbs while the other weights 200 lbs. If all things were equal and they costed down the hill would they both go...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-08-17, 08:11 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 893
Posted By buddy

Thank you so much. I been looking everywhere for...

Thank you so much. I been looking everywhere for this information.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-08-17, 06:42 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 893
Posted By buddy

Bontrager tlr rim strips

I have a set of Bontrager Racing Rims that are "tubless ready".

I am thinking about making the big switch to tubless.

Do I have to use the Bontrager TLR strips or can I use any tubeless right...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-02-17, 09:45 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,720
Posted By buddy

My problem with fitting: 1) You pay a lot of...

My problem with fitting:
1) You pay a lot of money for the fitting. In my case the LBS wants $250.00.

2) Very expensive once you start replacing seats, stems and cranks.

I figure once you are...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-01-17, 10:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,040
Posted By buddy

I just got the 4iiii left paddle power meter. I...

I just got the 4iiii left paddle power meter. I absolutely love it. Works great with both the Garmin 510 and my new Wahoo Element Bolt.

I would highly recommend you investigate the 4iiii power...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-29-17, 10:45 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,986
Posted By buddy

It's against the rules!

It's against the rules!
Forum: Road Cycling
04-25-17, 03:00 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,125
Posted By buddy

It comes with a mount that can be mounted on the...

It comes with a mount that can be mounted on the stem using those black rubber bands.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-25-17, 02:14 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,088
Posted By buddy

Buteyko Breathing Method Helps Reverse Health...

Buteyko Breathing Method Helps Reverse Health Problems (http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2013/11/24/buteyko-breathing-method.aspx)

Buteyko-breathing-method -
what are your...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-25-17, 01:55 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,125
Posted By buddy

I'm sorry Garmin I'm leaving you for a Bolt!

Over the past ten years I have been a big fan of the Garmin Edges. I have had about 3 or 4 different Edges.

I currently have the Garmin Edge 510. I have always hated this Edge. It was hard to...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-23-17, 12:32 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 19,514
Posted By buddy

Buff

I like to wear a buff under my helmet. Cool in the summer and warm in the winter.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
03-30-17, 02:04 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,050
Posted By buddy

Zwift or TrainerRoad

I am considering subscribing either Zwift or TrainerRoad - which one would you recommend.

There are times that I cannot ride my bike so I am spending more time on my trainer so I am considering...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-30-17, 06:35 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 13,211
Posted By buddy

Are tried athletes Roadies? I've always...

Are tried athletes Roadies?

I've always thought, "why waste time swimming and running, when you could be riding your bike?".
Forum: Training & Nutrition
03-29-17, 10:10 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 6,123
Posted By buddy

Great post. Early January of this year my A1C was...

Great post. Early January of this year my A1C was 8.9 today it is 6.1 my goal is less than 5.5. HFLC is the key and very frequently checking your numbers.

Bottom line you are responsible for your...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
03-29-17, 09:36 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,135
Posted By buddy

No. 4iiii Percesion 105 Cranks

No. 4iiii Percesion 105 Cranks
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
03-28-17, 06:10 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,135
Posted By buddy

Pedals power meters (left only)

I'm thinking about buying either the 4iiii Precision Power Meter or the Stage.

What are your thoughts?
Forum: Training & Nutrition
03-24-17, 11:31 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 6,123
Posted By buddy

I wouldn't eat bread if you haven't eaten bread...

I wouldn't eat bread if you haven't eaten bread for two years. In Dr. William Davis book Wheat Belly he talks about gastro problems when a person eats a small amount of bread when they have been off...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
03-19-17, 06:56 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 6,123
Posted By buddy

How about pork rinds and nuts.

How about pork rinds and nuts.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-13-17, 06:36 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 23,240
Posted By buddy

Thanks, I never heard of MCT Oil before. I...

Thanks, I never heard of MCT Oil before. I looked it up and it sounds very interesting. I will be ordering some to today.

For the bike have you tried mixing it with either peanut butter or...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-12-17, 08:45 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 23,240
Posted By buddy

Use a blender to blend to butter in. It turns...

Use a blender to blend to butter in. It turns out real foamy and very smooth. Coconut Oil gives the coffee a good taste.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-11-17, 09:07 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 23,240
Posted By buddy

High Fat Low Carbs

Amen! The only way to lower your blood sugar and AC1 is a high fat low to no carb diet.

Today before I rode I had a cup of bullet coffee (butter and coconut oil blended in coffee) and a couple...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-07-16, 09:34 PM
Replies: 294
Views: 20,124
Posted By buddy

Was it a pace line?

Was it a pace line?
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-07-16, 09:25 PM
Replies: 294
Views: 20,124
Posted By buddy

Does anyone know if this was a pace line ? ...

Does anyone know if this was a pace line ?

My prayers go out to the survivors and family.
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
02-24-16, 08:14 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,289
Posted By buddy

Dan Bilzerian LA to Vegas 48 hours

Dan Bilzerian Gets Challenged to a $1.2 Million Cycling Bet, Lance Armstrong Offers to Help (http://nextshark.com/dan-bilzerian-bill-perkins-lance-armstrong-prop-bet/)

Can a person who has not...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
02-22-16, 04:53 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 9,519
Posted By buddy

I believe that Armstrong first doped as a junior...

I believe that Armstrong first doped as a junior with Carmichael. http://gazette.com/doping-questions-remain-of-springs-based-armstrong-coach/article/149946
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
06-22-15, 01:24 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,739
Posted By buddy

So is Greg LeMond the only American winner of the...

So is Greg LeMond the only American winner of the TOF?
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
06-16-15, 10:57 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,221
Posted By buddy

Can any team beat Froome/Sky?

The way Froome/Sky took the lead of the Critérium du Dauphiné is there any other rider or team that can beat them?

The thing that impressed me was the way the entire team stayed together in the...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
04-21-14, 01:57 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,184
Posted By buddy

Is Race Across America a sanctioned Race?

Is RAAM a sanctioned race? Could Lance race in it?

Just wondering?
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
01-18-13, 12:36 AM
Replies: 1,759
Views: 121,675
Posted By buddy

WOW! I never thought I would hear LA say he...

WOW! I never thought I would hear LA say he doped.
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
01-12-13, 07:59 PM
Replies: 1,759
Views: 121,675
Posted By buddy

You know what would be great half way through the...

You know what would be great half way through the interview Oprah says there some old friends who like to see Lance and Greg Lemond, Tyler Hamilton and Floyd Landis walk out. Then Oprah says "Can we...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
11-10-11, 11:06 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,890
Posted By buddy

LUX and lumens

Are they the same thing?

I am looking at a Sigma Karma Pro light that claimes it has "35 LUX" another light claims to have "1000 lumens". Is LUX short for lumens? Will the light that has 1000...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-05-11, 09:43 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 7,012
Posted By buddy

Bottom line is you can't buy speed because it...

Bottom line is you can't buy speed because it an't the bike it is the engine.
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