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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-15-23, 06:59 PM
Replies: 27,131
Views: 3,121,080
Posted By cbuddy2005

Yep

Did about 90 minutes in chilly(for Texas) 17 to 24 mph headwind today.
tough to manage 14 mph when it was in the face, but hit 20+ on the back side of my flat, chipsealed neighborhood course....
Forum: Road Cycling
10-01-21, 09:09 AM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,410,851
Posted By cbuddy2005

Finally arrived.

My Ribble endurance Ti. Full ultegra
Have not rode it yet. Just threw it together this am.
And have some minor issues with Ribble to iron out before my first ride. Have not made any adjustments...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-28-21, 12:57 PM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,410,851
Posted By cbuddy2005

New Ribble Endurance Ti with ultegra

Just got to my house today!
Ordered on 3/5/21
took awhile.
out of town will unbox soon. 🤗🤗
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-10-21, 11:50 AM
Replies: 124
Views: 11,080
Posted By cbuddy2005

$15-20 at Walmart. If you loose them or they...

$15-20 at Walmart. If you loose them or they break just buy another set. The more you pay the faster you'll loose them--mathematical fact.:roflmao:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-10-21, 11:34 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 6,147
Posted By cbuddy2005

In Texas my heat experiences depend on a few...

In Texas my heat experiences depend on a few things. Humidity will suck water right out of you--regardless of how much you drink you can't keep up if you are sweating a bunch.
75 degrees and 90+ %...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-19-21, 05:21 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 11,417
Posted By cbuddy2005

After all that great stuff--I finally had the $$$...

After all that great stuff--I finally had the $$$ to order from Mason and they don't offer the color I really wanted.
Soooo after so much back and forth I ordered a Titanium Endurance disc bike...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-19-21, 05:12 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 8,466
Posted By cbuddy2005

I think I bought 2 Rotto jerseys. $23 each. Full...

I think I bought 2 Rotto jerseys. $23 each. Full zippers, Asian sizing so go up a size. Seem ok so far
Forum: Road Cycling
05-19-21, 05:06 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 8,524
Posted By cbuddy2005

I ride SPD with mountain bike shoes so I can walk...

I ride SPD with mountain bike shoes so I can walk around
Forum: Road Cycling
05-19-21, 05:05 PM
Replies: 21,338
Views: 5,196,968
Posted By cbuddy2005

Latest purchase is a new brooks B-17 saddle that...

Latest purchase is a new brooks B-17 saddle that I'm trying to break in--yep
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-30-21, 04:11 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,423
Posted By cbuddy2005

camel bak with ice. works well in central Texas...

camel bak with ice. works well in central Texas in august.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-30-21, 04:04 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 11,199
Posted By cbuddy2005

think they have orange eyes at night--see 'em all...

think they have orange eyes at night--see 'em all the time here in Texas
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-30-21, 04:03 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,459
Posted By cbuddy2005

Latex tubes??

Latex tubes??
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-30-21, 04:00 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 10,471
Posted By cbuddy2005

I'm 57 First race when I was 8 first bike I...

I'm 57
First race when I was 8
first bike I bought with my own $$ was a Raleigh super course MkII $190
first ever 10 speed was 24" wheels on a Grants dept. store bike--orange. used to gravel ride...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-28-21, 04:26 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,052
Posted By cbuddy2005

1. How old are you? - 57 2. Fitness level on...

1. How old are you?
- 57
2. Fitness level on a scale of 1-10
- 6 and moving up
3. Cycling skill, 1-10
- was 9 when younger and decreasing with age
4. Typical riding conditions?
- no lightning,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-24-20, 07:24 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,614
Posted By cbuddy2005

Nivea in a jar. Cheaper and works well in summer...

Nivea in a jar. Cheaper and works well in summer here in Texas. But, baby wipes and witch hazel to clean yourself off first. Friction, heat, humidity and bacteria = bum issues.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-03-20, 09:05 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,532
Posted By cbuddy2005

Shimano deore LX middle chainring question

I have a beater with Shimano Deore 8 speed rear and triple up front. Middle chainring, M9 N32(teeth #), is worn out and will not engage chain.
Anyone know if a Shimano Deore M480-L9 speed...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-01-20, 09:45 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 10,872
Posted By cbuddy2005

I'm 55 and planning to start training for the...

I'm 55 and planning to start training for the 2020 hotter n hell 100 in late August. I failed to complete it in 2012, the wind kicked us all and and showed I wasn't in good enough condition. That...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-23-20, 10:17 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,183
Posted By cbuddy2005

Living in Texas, pre-hydration is a must during...

Living in Texas, pre-hydration is a must during summer months. Personally, I drink 3 17oz. bottles of water starting 2 hours before my ride. My goal is 3 serious pees before I set out--want max....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-22-20, 11:28 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 11,417
Posted By cbuddy2005

I am eyeing the Fairlight Strael also. Stu...

I am eyeing the Fairlight Strael also. Stu Kerton did a Strael 2.0 review for Road.cc on April 11 2018 and really liked it. He also did a Mason Resolution review, but it was in 2015, with 105...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-07-20, 05:54 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 11,417
Posted By cbuddy2005

Anybody out there riding a Mason Resolution?

I'm really liking the Resolution w/full Ultegra.
I'm 55, about 210# (will be dropping that down to about 180-190#), 6'1" Wanting a good steel, dependable bike for myself. Speed not top priority...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-07-20, 05:42 PM
Replies: 319
Views: 63,431
Posted By cbuddy2005

No heart worries! no meds. of any kind!! 55 1/2...

No heart worries! no meds. of any kind!! 55 1/2 been at this sport on/off for almost 50 years. I live in Texas and every year my body is tested against this harsh, hot environment. Be smart and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-12-15, 09:47 AM
Replies: 759
Views: 447,139
Posted By cbuddy2005

Aveeno diaper rash cream for chamois cream for...

Aveeno diaper rash cream for chamois cream for long hot steamy rides. I have a tube for the big rides only. It's thick and relentless, doesn't dissolve or shower off without a fight.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-15-14, 05:36 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 10,742
Posted By cbuddy2005

Wife got me a "Frogg toggs chilly pad cooling...

Wife got me a "Frogg toggs chilly pad cooling towel" it's like a synthetic chamois you get wet , squeeze out excess and drape it on your neck/tuck in jersey??? And it cools you as water evaporates....
Forum: Road Cycling
07-15-14, 05:07 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,772
Posted By cbuddy2005

Ask about getting a "Blood Patch." ...

Ask about getting a "Blood Patch." Anesthesiologists do 'em.
They give those to pregnant women after spinals/epidurals when fluid has leaked--cures headaches immediately.
If you have a leak it...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-15-14, 04:50 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,249
Posted By cbuddy2005

Take a zip lock bag for your phone and don't push...

Take a zip lock bag for your phone and don't push it in the corners and stay off the white lines. And lube your chain.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-15-14, 04:46 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 4,772
Posted By cbuddy2005

Had one try to go nose first into my front spokes...

Had one try to go nose first into my front spokes during a downhill. Knocked him out for a couple of minutes, then he ran away. I'm sure he didn't feel good after that.

Mostly here in Texas we...
Forum: Commuting
07-15-14, 04:28 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,642
Posted By cbuddy2005

My shadow gave up and took a break in the shade. ...

My shadow gave up and took a break in the shade.

Lost 5 lbs. of body weight (water) in 2 hours.

After my ride , went home ,turned the oven on, opened the door, stuck my head in to cool off.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-14, 07:04 AM
Replies: 331
Views: 35,534
Posted By cbuddy2005

fellow cyclists who can't fix their own FLATS!! ...

fellow cyclists who can't fix their own FLATS!! Tired of rescuing people during my training rides--I learned this before I was 18.

people in cars asking me directions during a downhill!! Thought...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-08-14, 09:37 PM
Replies: 203
Views: 18,208
Posted By cbuddy2005

These were not ALL of mine, but I have seen them ...

These were not ALL of mine, but I have seen them

Pushing big gears thinking it's making your legs stronger.
Moving too fast in a tailwind and not saving legs for the headwind return trip.
Not...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-03-14, 05:04 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,062
Posted By cbuddy2005

Man, the good old days and my first road bike ! ...

Man, the good old days and my first road bike ! My dad and I bought new ones when the Mk II came out. $160-180 I think. Hated the brakes, the 'quick' release, and especially the squared off edges...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-30-14, 01:35 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,329
Posted By cbuddy2005

Sorry, but I had about 4 inches of seat post left...

Sorry, but I had about 4 inches of seat post left inside the frame. And it wasn't under load when it came apart. That's the interesting part.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-30-14, 07:38 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,329
Posted By cbuddy2005

Anyone ever seen a frame break here?

Off of a 1997 GT Avalance LE 6061-t6 frame

I lifted the bike by the bars and seatpost and the seatpost, seat and this piece of the frame came with.
I just rode the bike 2 days before.
Glad it...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-08-12, 09:44 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,176
Posted By cbuddy2005

Seeking advice where to buy 100% leather chamois cycling shorts

I am looking to replace an older set of Sugoi shorts and prefer 100% thin leather chamois.
I own a variety of shorts, but the old school leather chamois are bulletproof. The chamois last and the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-01-12, 08:04 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,062
Posted By cbuddy2005

neglect

neglect
Forum: Road Cycling
08-30-12, 04:12 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,020
Posted By cbuddy2005

I have one of each. My mountain bike has 1 1/2"...

I have one of each. My mountain bike has 1 1/2" slicks on it and I trained on it before swithching to the road bike. the road bike has 23c tires. I am about 205# so weight is not an issue, a good...
Forum: Texas
08-30-12, 03:48 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,373
Posted By cbuddy2005

That is an amazing number of rides and finishes...

That is an amazing number of rides and finishes for the both of you! I heard that this year was the worst for wind--so hopefully next year will be calmer wind-wise for all of us.
Now I know what...
Forum: Texas
08-28-12, 04:36 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,373
Posted By cbuddy2005

Thanx for the encouragement! This year I won't...

Thanx for the encouragement! This year I won't take the winter off and then try to jam my training into a few short months. I did ride/train frequently, just didn't have the time for extended...
Forum: Texas
08-28-12, 05:58 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,373
Posted By cbuddy2005

I was doing my first ever century that day and...

I was doing my first ever century that day and was at the rear all day--which was perfectly fine by me. Went from the couch to HHH in 3 months. Did fine, except at mile 85 when the guy said they...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-22-12, 04:54 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 3,908
Posted By cbuddy2005

Try Spin Skin tire liners--seems I'm pulling...

Try Spin Skin tire liners--seems I'm pulling above mentioned metal out of my tires 2-3x/week--usually small bits. Yesterday I pulled out 1/2 of a long staple looking thing. Was in the tire pretty...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-22-12, 04:50 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 3,908
Posted By cbuddy2005

And with Spin Skins (Kevlar felt liners) inside.

And with Spin Skins (Kevlar felt liners) inside.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-22-12, 04:49 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 3,908
Posted By cbuddy2005

2 flats from old tubes. Riding MA-40 rims,...

2 flats from old tubes. Riding MA-40 rims, 36-hole Ultegra hubs with Michelin Bi-sport Axial tires. Old but still in pretty okay shape. Like their owner
Forum: Texas
08-22-12, 04:17 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,373
Posted By cbuddy2005

And the wife is staying home, so mores the...

And the wife is staying home, so mores the pity.:cry: She can't smell beer on me when's she's in Austin.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
08-15-12, 05:43 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,460
Posted By cbuddy2005

+1 I kinda' started to do the same thing. I...

+1
I kinda' started to do the same thing. I started road training on my mountain bike and have switched to strictly road now. I have a 39/53 with a 13-25 cassette. Lately I am staying away from...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-13-12, 04:24 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 5,790
Posted By cbuddy2005

used to for mountain bike racing--I was always...

used to for mountain bike racing--I was always getting cuts and scrapes on the legs. But I am fatter and older now, so no. But I have been riding a lot in the sun so maybe????
Forum: Commuting
08-13-12, 04:17 PM
Replies: 130
Views: 10,189
Posted By cbuddy2005

+1 If you are so afraid of cars maybe ride...

+1
If you are so afraid of cars maybe ride against traffic so you can see them coming.
Personally I have a 6' + shoulder to ride on for a lot of miles so I don't worry about cars and music being...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-12-12, 05:12 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 483
Posted By cbuddy2005

I know I am slow, but do insects really have to make fun of me too??

I was riding today in the great Texas heat and headwinds. When on the last bit before the end, a few flying beetle like thingees started fliting around me. One in particular was by my front wheel...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-12-12, 07:31 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,743
Posted By cbuddy2005

Personally I would wait. What fits you now may...

Personally I would wait. What fits you now may not be so great later. I recently went from my slick-equipped mountain bike to my road bike and I am not having the same feelings. The road bike is a...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-11-12, 07:05 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 5,132
Posted By cbuddy2005

Had an owl follow me, almost side-swiped by a...

Had an owl follow me, almost side-swiped by a vulture, hit squirrels, a snake, a few lizards, a dog, almost hit a few turtles coming around blind corners on the mountain bike--moved them out of the...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
08-11-12, 04:55 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,035
Posted By cbuddy2005

Saw a Jens Voigt Army jersey on a rider way down...

Saw a Jens Voigt Army jersey on a rider way down here in Texas.
Big fan of his, but I am not sure how to get my hands on a jersey.
Probably need to get into a bit better shape before I would...
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