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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-04-16, 06:46 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 5,027
Posted By avidone1

Riding with other people is a pain. They want...

Riding with other people is a pain.
They want to do things I don't want to do and at my age I don't do anything I don't want to do
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-04-16, 06:41 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 12,256
Posted By avidone1

I agree. Let the urologist do his thing and if...

I agree. Let the urologist do his thing and if he thinks you need to see a different discipline he will tell you and make a referral.
Saddle searches can be quite frustrating because what works...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-20-16, 05:22 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,174
Posted By avidone1

based on the one photo provided it looks like a...

based on the one photo provided it looks like a skateboard for those with 'special needs'
actually it seems to be a land based paddle board.
To answer op question
No, when on land me cycles
when...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-16-16, 06:39 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 7,689
Posted By avidone1

There is nothing new about sugar being bad for...

There is nothing new about sugar being bad for you. It's not a fad or "the latest thing" , and while I admit there is a lot of 'bad science' in the nutrition world there is ample evidence gleened...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-16-16, 06:31 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 7,424
Posted By avidone1

Perhaps, but I think your making an incorrect...

Perhaps, but I think your making an incorrect assumption, namely that the EMT somehow magically arrives without first being called to respond. It seems very likely that the PERSON who comes across...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-14-16, 05:04 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 7,689
Posted By avidone1

I know that when I go as low carb as possible my...

I know that when I go as low carb as possible my aching joints improve dramatically.
Something about carbs causing inflammation.
I used to know more about the science of it, but forgot.
I do...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-14-16, 05:01 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 3,952
Posted By avidone1

I think we are intruding on their space and so it...

I think we are intruding on their space and so it is beholden on us to watch out for them.
And I fully agree with the ranting lady vid. Why doesn't the government just move the signs so the deer...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-14-16, 04:55 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 13,739
Posted By avidone1

very cool looking helmet

very cool looking helmet
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-14-16, 04:53 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 15,416
Posted By avidone1

Pretty much. Of course it's what corporations...

Pretty much. Of course it's what corporations will do to anything given a little time (Remember rock n roll)?
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-09-16, 07:46 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,959
Posted By avidone1

suggested tire width for sandy conditions

I'm considering riding a few trails that can have some soft sand.
What tire size and tread pattern would be best
thanks
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-09-16, 07:10 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 13,264
Posted By avidone1

fortunately my specialized crosstrail fits neatly...

fortunately my specialized crosstrail fits neatly into the back of my Honda crv without having to remove the front wheel.
I carry to and fro sometimes just looking for a new place to ride.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-09-16, 07:07 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 21,137
Posted By avidone1

https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/236x/4f/c7/25...

https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/236x/4f/c7/25/4fc7250e06ad7efb5f069798cd7986bf.jpg...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-09-16, 07:03 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 16,242
Posted By avidone1

Ditto on this. As one who gawks, I can...

Ditto on this.
As one who gawks, I can appreciate a gawker. Of course I get totally judgmental about who is doing said gawk.
If he looks like a decent sort, I will approach with open...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-05-16, 01:25 PM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 379,640
Posted By avidone1

what are the widest tires anyone has put on a...

what are the widest tires anyone has put on a stock wheeled crosstrail
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-05-16, 01:24 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,870
Posted By avidone1

How wide a tire will fit my bike?

I have a 2016 specialized crosstrail comp disc.
It came with 700x38c tires but i'm not sure of the wheel diameter.
I would like the option of going on some dirt trails and so want to put on the ...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-05-16, 01:15 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,250
Posted By avidone1

I think the ergons are great. they may seem...

I think the ergons are great. they may seem pricey, but the ergonomics are unbeatable, as is the comfort. If your thinking bar ends, don't forget to add the cost of cushioned bar tape to the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-05-16, 01:08 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 11,925
Posted By avidone1

I don't know why your gloves look "hideous" after...

I don't know why your gloves look "hideous" after only a few rides. My LG's look great after many rides. do you wash your bike? do you wash your hands? If you answered "no" to either question,...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-02-16, 10:47 PM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 379,640
Posted By avidone1

If she has the "micro adjust" seat clamp then...

If she has the "micro adjust" seat clamp then there are no serrations. the serrations are fixed points.
The micro adjust is curved so you tilt the seat to virtually any angle.
by going back or...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-01-16, 08:11 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 10,471
Posted By avidone1

avoiding falls is a primary goal of mine ...

avoiding falls is a primary goal of mine
failing that I seek to fall on the side that will damage me and the bike the least
failing that I scream like a little girl and cry for my mommy
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-30-16, 08:15 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 4,580
Posted By avidone1

audio mileage feedback on free strava app?

I thought you could get audio from the free version of strava telling you how many miles you have elapsed on your ride.
I can't seem to set it up....Can someone please help?
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-28-16, 08:38 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 7,329
Posted By avidone1

Yes. It was hard to do, but I decided that I...

Yes. It was hard to do, but I decided that I don't want to know how fast I'm going, my split time etc. It's made for a much more relaxed and enjoyable cycling experience.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-28-16, 08:31 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 12,724
Posted By avidone1

It's the hip hop "G" look finally arriving to...

It's the hip hop "G" look finally arriving to cycle town
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-28-16, 08:28 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 13,271
Posted By avidone1

yep. My riding profile is very much like the...

yep.
My riding profile is very much like the op. After much pain, and numerous tries my selle smp touring is the one.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-28-16, 07:50 AM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 379,640
Posted By avidone1

I think anyone so concerned about a pound or two...

I think anyone so concerned about a pound or two is probably better served with a bike not having suspension forks. Or, if they are a must, as they are for me. A 29er carbon frame mtb may be just...
Forum: Want To Buy
03-21-16, 08:29 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,179
Posted By avidone1

Not anymore, thanks

Not anymore, thanks
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-21-16, 06:27 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,547
Posted By avidone1

Ain't it a little bulky to carry on your bike...

Ain't it a little bulky to carry on your bike just for a place to park it?
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-18-16, 04:50 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,589
Posted By avidone1

Not to disparage this bike in any way, I'm a...

Not to disparage this bike in any way, I'm a "specialized guy" so to speak..... but I can't remember ever reading a professional review of a bike that wasn't basically a positive review. I'm sure...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-18-16, 04:46 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,633
Posted By avidone1

Sometimes I think we sweat the small stuff

Sometimes I think we sweat the small stuff
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-18-16, 04:44 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 22,879
Posted By avidone1

http://www.bigtimecruisers.com/thumbnail.asp?file=...

http://www.bigtimecruisers.com/thumbnail.asp?file=assets/images/355208.jpg&maxx=600&maxy=0these should work
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-18-16, 04:42 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,355
Posted By avidone1

Yeah, but I wouldn't have called the cops, would...

Yeah, but I wouldn't have called the cops, would you?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-18-16, 04:40 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,271
Posted By avidone1

It does sound like a touring bike will fit the...

It does sound like a touring bike will fit the bill nicely. oh and speaking of 'the bill' ...saying how much you can spend will do much to narrow your search
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-18-16, 04:35 PM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 379,640
Posted By avidone1

Like I've said before I get all the "foot...

Like I've said before I get all the "foot retention' I need from pinned flats w/ freeriders. but that consistent foot placement would be a welcome addition. the raceface affects aren't as wide as...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-18-16, 01:42 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,340
Posted By avidone1

:popcorn

:popcorn
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-18-16, 01:29 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,527
Posted By avidone1

Many here made the same decision. Be safe and...

Many here made the same decision. Be safe and enjoy
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-17-16, 09:34 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,355
Posted By avidone1

Of course it's in Seattle

Seattle's Vigilante 'Bike Batman' Confronts Thieves, Gets Stolen Bicycles Back (http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/bike-batman-seattle_us_56ea37fee4b065e2e3d88104)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-14-16, 06:16 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,549
Posted By avidone1

Funny, but I thought the same thing when I first...

Funny, but I thought the same thing when I first saw the picture. In my mind though I added "Tan" ...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-14-16, 06:05 AM
Replies: 108
Views: 18,854
Posted By avidone1

You lost me at "kitted out"

You lost me at "kitted out"
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-14-16, 06:05 AM
Replies: 108
Views: 18,854
Posted By avidone1

True. But isn't this the case in any hobby? I...

True. But isn't this the case in any hobby? I know fisherman are. E.G. fly fisherman who look down on those with spinning outfits, or lure users vs. live bait. Bow hunters vs. rifle hunters. and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-14-16, 05:53 AM
Replies: 108
Views: 18,854
Posted By avidone1

Oh my. I've been a bikre since I was 12

Oh my. I've been a bikre since I was 12
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-14-16, 05:48 AM
Replies: 108
Views: 18,854
Posted By avidone1

Interesting experience. I wonder if that would...

Interesting experience. I wonder if that would hold true today. In the 70's road bikes were just starting to catch on so there was a uniqueness about them that may have appealed to the 'do your own...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-14-16, 05:40 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 16,691
Posted By avidone1

but in general i.e. all things being equal. a...

but in general i.e. all things being equal.
a quality steel frame is more compliant than aluminum?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-14-16, 05:34 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 16,691
Posted By avidone1

Flexible = of no use stiff......= she be happy

Flexible = of no use
stiff......= she be happy
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-14-16, 05:31 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,484
Posted By avidone1

there is no rationale. You asked a direct...

there is no rationale. You asked a direct question and got a direct answer. Sell the fixed gear and the giant. Easy peasy
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-13-16, 09:28 PM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 379,640
Posted By avidone1

Velly Intelesting!

Velly Intelesting!
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-13-16, 08:50 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,501
Posted By avidone1

I still say it's a conspiracy by LBS cartel to...

I still say it's a conspiracy by LBS cartel to force us to buy more product. :50:
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-13-16, 10:46 AM
Replies: 266
Views: 20,023
Posted By avidone1

when your youngest hits 40

when your youngest hits 40
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-13-16, 10:44 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,501
Posted By avidone1

I never really understood the need for a bell. ...

I never really understood the need for a bell. When riding and wanting to let someone know I'm coming, I call out "Hello, passing on the left"
Does some stupid bell really make us safer?
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-13-16, 10:39 AM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 379,640
Posted By avidone1

Have fun. Really like that orange. Too many...

Have fun. Really like that orange. Too many bikes these days are black on black. So now is orange the new black? :cry:
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-13-16, 10:36 AM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 379,640
Posted By avidone1

I love em. Was riding with my brother the other...

I love em. Was riding with my brother the other day and keeping more of an eye on him than where I was going. Ending up scraping along a curb. Cut a gnarly looking gouge into the side of one of...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-13-16, 10:33 AM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 379,640
Posted By avidone1

thanks for the feedback. I suspected as much. ...

thanks for the feedback. I suspected as much. I did switch to ChainL chain lube and it really does quiet down the drivetrain. I will change over to the sram chain when mine stretches out and with...
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