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Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-10-24, 06:02 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 367
Posted By RB1-luvr

as someone else replied here, I tend to eat more...

as someone else replied here, I tend to eat more calories than I burn after a ride. I think a disciplined diet is key in addition to exercise.
Forum: Pills and Ills
05-10-24, 05:59 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 277
Posted By RB1-luvr

I had a bad bike accident in June 2023, and after...

I had a bad bike accident in June 2023, and after my six-week recovery found I could not run anymore due to pain in the right knee. I'm finally getting around to seeing an orthopedic doctor in two...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-10-24, 05:50 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,043
Posted By RB1-luvr

how's recovery going? I hope you're in top shape...

how's recovery going? I hope you're in top shape soon.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-09-24, 05:46 AM
Replies: 3,579
Views: 452,353
Posted By RB1-luvr

It took me a couple minutes to realize you have...

It took me a couple minutes to realize you have one on each shoulder. I would like that. They are one of my favorite animals.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-08-24, 01:43 PM
Replies: 3,579
Views: 452,353
Posted By RB1-luvr

Buttons our feral, still won't stay in overnight,...

Buttons our feral, still won't stay in overnight, but he comes in a couple hours every day. When it rains, he naps on his chair or on me.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-08-24, 10:49 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 565
Posted By RB1-luvr

I have that Origin 8 Sport Uno-S saddle on a...

I have that Origin 8 Sport Uno-S saddle on a touring bike, and it's very good. All of my other bikes have thinner firmer padding, and yet I enjoy it. It feels odd/different for the first mile and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-07-24, 10:42 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 649
Posted By RB1-luvr

dig this.

dig this.
Forum: Touring
05-07-24, 10:05 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 606
Posted By RB1-luvr

I have a friend who has a custom wheel building...

I have a friend who has a custom wheel building business in the Berkshires. Not sure if that helps.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-06-24, 06:04 AM
Replies: 314
Views: 30,577
Posted By RB1-luvr

Willimantic, CT ...

Willimantic, CT
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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-03-24, 11:23 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 2,817
Posted By RB1-luvr

ah, ok. Yes, Rainbow Cycles. I could not recall...

ah, ok. Yes, Rainbow Cycles. I could not recall the name. They and Scott's Cyclery were the two shops in town. I bought my first road bike from Scott's. And yes, you're 18 years older than I am....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-03-24, 09:20 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 2,817
Posted By RB1-luvr

I know him from the 80s when the triathlon team I...

I know him from the 80s when the triathlon team I was on regularly competed against his team. He owned a bike shop in Willimantic if I recall correctly. I raced for Doris Roboto (DJ's Dog Grooming in...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-03-24, 07:32 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 2,817
Posted By RB1-luvr

sounds like the OP is talking about Ron. Am I...

sounds like the OP is talking about Ron. Am I right? If so, he's a great guy, and his cx race at Mansfield Hollow Dam is legendary.

My identity is Wannabe.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-03-24, 05:50 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,266
Posted By RB1-luvr

Trek 920 $2100 Specialized Crux Expert $6200...

Trek 920 $2100
Specialized Crux Expert $6200

I've never been good at staying within a budget.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-02-24, 12:10 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 3,392
Posted By RB1-luvr

And if I do get a saddle bag, I'll be getting the...

And if I do get a saddle bag, I'll be getting the sunflower yellow one which is marked down 30%. 40% with my 10% code. Ya buddy.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-02-24, 09:28 AM
Replies: 108
Views: 3,392
Posted By RB1-luvr

Because of this thread I went to the ALMSTHRE...

Because of this thread I went to the ALMSTHRE website. They have nice products at reasonable prices. I couldn't resist ordering the "ride wallet" at 44% off ($18) because it's purple I presume. ...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-01-24, 11:26 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 889
Posted By RB1-luvr

At 60 years old, I have never lost weight from...

At 60 years old, I have never lost weight from riding. Riding makes me inordinately hungry. A 20-mile ride has me eating everything that's not bolted down when I get back. Jogging for some reason...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-30-24, 08:23 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 460
Posted By RB1-luvr

I follow a male bike tourer on YouTube who swears...

I follow a male bike tourer on YouTube who swears by her saddles.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-30-24, 08:11 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 962
Posted By RB1-luvr

on a related subject, in the last ten-ish years I...

on a related subject, in the last ten-ish years I began stopping at reds at the last car in line. I used to go to the front of the line (on the side of the road of course). I used to think I would...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-29-24, 09:16 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 962
Posted By RB1-luvr

I try to only run through red lights if no other...

I try to only run through red lights if no other cars are in sight. I don't want to spread bad vibes to motorists by them seeing me run the red, even if I'm not inconveniencing them and they are far...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-24-24, 01:26 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 553
Posted By RB1-luvr

I wrap my patch kit vulcanizing fluid tube in...

I wrap my patch kit vulcanizing fluid tube in tissue paper so it does not get a hole rubbed in it while bouncing around in the box. I also put my spare tube in a sock which does the same thing and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-23-24, 01:40 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,090
Posted By RB1-luvr

I find it difficult to get the v-brake arms...

I find it difficult to get the v-brake arms symmetrical. I always have one at a different angle than the other. You've adjusted the small screw on the right arm to try to pull the left arm in?
Forum: Road Cycling
04-23-24, 11:57 AM
Replies: 236
Views: 8,549
Posted By RB1-luvr

my 60-year-old dad bod is not looking good in...

my 60-year-old dad bod is not looking good in club kit lately. I had to order an XL (Giordana) this year for the first time. But I swear in the past our club kit was not race cut, but club cut,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-23-24, 11:44 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 553
Posted By RB1-luvr

Added cheapo quick chain links and pliers to a...

Added cheapo quick chain links and pliers to a few of my bike's tool bags. Hopefully will never need them. I bought them in various speeds compatibility.
...
Forum: Commuting
04-23-24, 09:28 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 8,777
Posted By RB1-luvr

now this thread just needs some good ole DIY cat...

now this thread just needs some good ole DIY cat litter carton panniers.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-22-24, 05:52 AM
Replies: 3,579
Views: 452,353
Posted By RB1-luvr

^^nom nom nom. Love bites.

^^nom nom nom. Love bites.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-19-24, 06:17 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 11,581
Posted By RB1-luvr

I have fond memories of Ben visiting Walnut Hill...

I have fond memories of Ben visiting Walnut Hill Park during early spring training series crits in the 80s. He was an idol as well as Richard Sachs whose team was always there. I used to be friends...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-24, 01:04 PM
Replies: 3,579
Views: 452,353
Posted By RB1-luvr

those colors! beautiful cat.

those colors! beautiful cat.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-24, 07:45 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,182
Posted By RB1-luvr

The guy standing by the street sign looks like he...

The guy standing by the street sign looks like he has an Adidas logo on his sleeve.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-17-24, 08:47 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,744
Posted By RB1-luvr

I've put some decent items at the end of my...

I've put some decent items at the end of my driveway for free recently just because selling them doesn't feel like the hassle and risk is worth it, and I could really use the money.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-17-24, 06:05 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,264
Posted By RB1-luvr

38mm (with tubes) on a graveled cx bike is...

38mm (with tubes) on a graveled cx bike is working for me at 170lbs. and 40-ish psi.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-24, 12:26 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,744
Posted By RB1-luvr

My initial experience with Fb Marketplace was...

My initial experience with Fb Marketplace was very good, for about 1-2 years. Recently, all I get are "is this available" despite the ad stating that I will not reply to that question. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-24, 11:43 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 349
Posted By RB1-luvr

a raced one just like that back then. It was a...

a raced one just like that back then. It was a perfect crit axe. hated every minute on it. haha

the shop gave our team a new one every season, and I sold it as soon as the season was over.
Forum: Pills and Ills
04-16-24, 09:22 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,850
Posted By RB1-luvr

I'm turning 60 this year, and I'm about ten...

I'm turning 60 this year, and I'm about ten pounds overweight. I need to improve my diet (less sugar, less salt). My blood pressure is trending higher, my tummy is biggest it's ever been. Thanks...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-24, 07:44 AM
Replies: 1,919
Views: 109,963
Posted By RB1-luvr

what is Huffente's current weight?

what is Huffente's current weight?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-12-24, 07:23 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,873
Posted By RB1-luvr

That Croll is pretty.

That Croll is pretty.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-11-24, 07:29 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 363
Posted By RB1-luvr

feel fortunate that I've dodged the Covid bullet...

feel fortunate that I've dodged the Covid bullet three times when wife and kids got it that many times. I'm def going to keep up with my boosters, zinc and vitamin C. They all had strep last week...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-11-24, 05:59 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 719
Posted By RB1-luvr

I'm no expert of mtb, but my friends are all...

I'm no expert of mtb, but my friends are all riding hardtail mid-fat mtbs. They seem to enjoy them a lot. I assume it's a versatile platform. Sorry, I don't have specific info on geometry and forks...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-11-24, 05:54 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 1,982
Posted By RB1-luvr

I've walked a couple miles in my socks years ago,...

I've walked a couple miles in my socks years ago, and more recently got a double puncture (pot hole) a 1/4 mile from the end of my ride.

But this thread reminds me of a saint who stopped to...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-11-24, 05:41 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 973
Posted By RB1-luvr

I eat my feelings (anxiety) and out of boredom...

I eat my feelings (anxiety) and out of boredom (desk job). I'll be 60 this year and with two kids 6 and 8, there is SO much junk food around, which has always been my weakness. In addition, cycling...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-10-24, 01:33 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 509
Posted By RB1-luvr

dig the color.

dig the color.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-09-24, 09:16 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 521
Posted By RB1-luvr

looks like that would make a nice drop bar...

looks like that would make a nice drop bar conversion.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-09-24, 07:48 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,613
Posted By RB1-luvr

occasionally I'll see a vintage cx bike in one of...

occasionally I'll see a vintage cx bike in one of my Masters 60+ races. I dig it.
Forum: Pills and Ills
04-09-24, 05:47 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 819
Posted By RB1-luvr

I tried CBD oil for my anxiety. It didn't help...

I tried CBD oil for my anxiety. It didn't help my anxiety at all, and it blocked the uptake of my statin. My cholesterol shot way up.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-09-24, 05:37 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,279
Posted By RB1-luvr

Thanks. That's the one. Mine had the Volkswagen...

Thanks. That's the one. Mine had the Volkswagen script on the chainstay just like that.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-08-24, 12:30 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 774
Posted By RB1-luvr

I have Shimano Tourney 3x7 shifters on my drop...

I have Shimano Tourney 3x7 shifters on my drop bar converted 80s mtb. I've been using them for about 5 years. They are great. I think there is a 2x7 version.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-08-24, 09:20 AM
Replies: 21,803
Views: 3,136,300
Posted By RB1-luvr

After a long day of chores and roller skating...

After a long day of chores and roller skating with the family, I squeezed in 15 miles at sunset on the Marinoni, including 6 1-mile intervals alongside the airport.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-08-24, 06:03 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,279
Posted By RB1-luvr

I had the OP's white model. I think the shop...

I had the OP's white model. I think the shop told me it was a 2003? At some point I painted the front blue to have the two tone like tempocyclist's bike (though still white in the back). Then it...
Forum: Commuting
04-05-24, 11:53 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,473
Posted By RB1-luvr

I'd be nervous having that much stuff in my cube....

I'd be nervous having that much stuff in my cube. That's a heavy load to take home after getting laid off.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-05-24, 09:22 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 4,212
Posted By RB1-luvr

I stepped on a copperhead once while picking...

I stepped on a copperhead once while picking raspberries on a local ridge with my dog. Then a couple weeks later, someone's dog got bit on the same ridge and perished. They could not get to the vet...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-05-24, 08:05 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 554
Posted By RB1-luvr

also a fan of keeping the patina. I spray matte...

also a fan of keeping the patina. I spray matte clear over mine. I've done a gloss clear too.
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