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Forum: Southeast
03-25-24, 10:58 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 128
Posted By JoeyBike

The Tammany Trace Rail-Trail on the Northshore....

The Tammany Trace Rail-Trail on the Northshore. Parking at Abita Springs, Koop Road, Mandeville (closest to the Causeway), Slidell. All trailheads have water and restrooms. 30 miles one way.
02-29-24, 11:18 PM
Replies: 392
Views: 20,753
Posted By JoeyBike

Some are pretty hard to miss!

Some are pretty hard to miss!
02-29-24, 05:47 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,057
Posted By JoeyBike

The most defenseless position any road user can...

The most defenseless position any road user can take is to allow other vehicles to catch up/overtake from behind. This is often unavoidable, but I do my very best to never stop in a traffic lane on a...
02-29-24, 04:52 PM
Replies: 392
Views: 20,753
Posted By JoeyBike

If they are getting paid directly, special...

If they are getting paid directly, special treatment (discounts), or adorned with the artwork of the bicycle club of which they are an active member, then they don't fit the definition of a poseur. I...
02-28-24, 10:10 PM
Replies: 392
Views: 20,753
Posted By JoeyBike

I would say when the logo on your kit matches the...

I would say when the logo on your kit matches the logo on your bike and on your paycheck, then you need logos of sponsors who are paying you to wear them. Otherwise....poseurnoun...
02-23-24, 10:38 PM
Replies: 392
Views: 20,753
Posted By JoeyBike

Back in the day when Lance was riding for Trek it...

Back in the day when Lance was riding for Trek it seemed like every old geezer (I'm 65 so I can say that) was wearing the "Lance kit". That may be what got me started laughing at that fashion...
02-23-24, 10:33 PM
Replies: 392
Views: 20,753
Posted By JoeyBike

If you like lycra shorts you will LOVE bibs. I...

If you like lycra shorts you will LOVE bibs. I have never heard a contrary opinion from anyone who has tried both. Imagine your lycra shorts without that danged waistband. Especially if you are at...
02-23-24, 10:04 PM
Replies: 392
Views: 20,753
Posted By JoeyBike

I like the "A-B-C RULE" Anything But Cotton for...

I like the "A-B-C RULE" Anything But Cotton for staying warm in cold weather. I own a ton of synthetic clothing including boxers and briefs, shirts, slacks, shorts, socks. I never wear a stitch of...
02-23-24, 08:38 PM
Replies: 392
Views: 20,753
Posted By JoeyBike

I always enjoy seeing cyclists wearing road kits...

I always enjoy seeing cyclists wearing road kits with top speeds of 12mph. I see it every day. Logos a-blazing! Very aerodynamic!

I'm sure there are many cyclists I see wearing off road kits....
02-19-24, 12:36 PM
Replies: 5,287
Views: 830,525
Posted By JoeyBike

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I stole a page from the Jeep playbook. My ATB can get into more...
02-15-24, 04:52 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 3,423
Posted By JoeyBike

I've toured across the USA five times including...

I've toured across the USA five times including up the spine of the Rockies and Appalachians from start to finish. I most certainly came to the conclusion that downhill is far more anxiety provoking...
02-14-24, 08:54 PM
Replies: 176
Views: 10,653
Posted By JoeyBike

Solo. I'm slower than the "A" Group and faster...

Solo. I'm slower than the "A" Group and faster than the "B" Group. So even on group rides I quickly end up by myself. So I just ditched the group and ride when and where I want to.
02-13-24, 05:08 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 3,994
Posted By JoeyBike

My personal observation as well. Plus 1:...

My personal observation as well.

Plus 1: Mentally, I just don't WANT to spend a long day on a bicycle anymore. Which seems to be for the best as far as overuse injuries and fatigue go. I'm pretty...
02-11-24, 01:08 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 3,994
Posted By JoeyBike

It looks like a great area for professional...

It looks like a great area for professional riders to train, and ex-professional riders to continue to stay fit and enjoy their sport in hilly terrain. I have been following several...
02-06-24, 04:55 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,019
Posted By JoeyBike

You've been talking to my wife haven't you!!!

You've been talking to my wife haven't you!!!
02-06-24, 04:54 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,019
Posted By JoeyBike

Worst pain and discomfort I've experienced so far...

Worst pain and discomfort I've experienced so far after trying for 65 years.
02-06-24, 04:53 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,019
Posted By JoeyBike

That sucks! I always feel most vulnerable to...

That sucks! I always feel most vulnerable to overtaking vehicles. A great excuse to run red lights so I'm not a sitting duck.
01-12-24, 09:47 PM
Replies: 392
Views: 20,753
Posted By JoeyBike

Here ya go!...

Here ya go!...
01-12-24, 09:36 PM
Replies: 392
Views: 20,753
Posted By JoeyBike

There are an infinite number of high quality...

There are an infinite number of high quality jerseys, full kit, helmets, etc., that do not have team sponsor's names on them.

Maybe don't worry about what other people think and wear what you...
01-07-24, 10:03 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,500
Posted By JoeyBike

I've worn Elevengear Ginger long sleeve jerseys...

I've worn Elevengear Ginger long sleeve jerseys for seems like 10 years now. I own several of them so I don't have to wash every day. They are full zip which on the hottest days I leave unzipped. My...
01-07-24, 07:28 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 985
Posted By JoeyBike

There is a lot to know about when cycling in a...

There is a lot to know about when cycling in a busy city. Many cyclists, especially inexperienced ones, are too clueless to even know what to worry about, or just put their lives in God's hands and...
Forum: Southeast
01-05-24, 09:24 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 266
Posted By JoeyBike

I'm moving to Greenville next month. This section...

I'm moving to Greenville next month. This section of the forum is fairly inactive. I have been using Strava to track down current riders in the area. Apparently they are active on other social media...
01-05-24, 09:05 PM
Replies: 3,550
Views: 976,295
Posted By JoeyBike

Surly Lowside 1x1 is the bike I currently ride...

Surly Lowside 1x1 is the bike I currently ride outdoors for fun. (I have 4 bikes total - an LHT on a smart trainer, a Jamis beater, and a Joe Breeze folding).

Purchased in preparation for a move...
01-04-24, 10:01 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,582
Posted By JoeyBike

If you're anything like me, you'll never get over...

If you're anything like me, you'll never get over it. My baby sister Patricia fell asleep at the wheel more than 25 years ago. She was a great touring buddy and your story made me think about her,...
01-03-24, 07:02 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 4,481
Posted By JoeyBike

The jury is still out on the fire discovery...

The jury is still out on the fire discovery thingy.
01-01-24, 03:17 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 4,481
Posted By JoeyBike

You likely have a driveway or garage for your...

You likely have a driveway or garage for your power source placement, don't do long road trips, and don't mind dropping 10K every time your battery bank needs replacing.

I would say ^^THIS boils...
12-31-23, 01:06 AM
Replies: 112
Views: 4,481
Posted By JoeyBike

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12-31-23, 01:00 AM
Replies: 233
Views: 30,766
Posted By JoeyBike

I had a friend who was a paper boy. I rode his...

I had a friend who was a paper boy. I rode his routes with him many times and filled in when his family hauled him away for summer vacations. No lie, it was WORK.
12-30-23, 02:22 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 3,994
Posted By JoeyBike

Having spent only a couple weeks exploring the...

Having spent only a couple weeks exploring the Greenville area by car, and spying on pro riders and wanna-be (no offense) pro riders on Strava, I have to agree with the negative post up-thread. Sure,...
12-30-23, 12:40 PM
Replies: 200
Views: 7,428
Posted By JoeyBike

I love chocolate. I just eat it without all of...

I love chocolate. I just eat it without all of the thought. In moderation.
12-30-23, 12:35 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,581
Posted By JoeyBike

My wife and I met as speed skaters (inline...

My wife and I met as speed skaters (inline skates, not ice). She hates riding bikes. After many years she was diagnosed with osteopenia. Decided that broken bones weren't worth the risk. So now we...
12-28-23, 01:19 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,126
Posted By JoeyBike

JoeyBike's 3 Rules for crossing intersections: ...

JoeyBike's 3 Rules for crossing intersections:

1) Look both ways before crossing/entering any roadway, even a one-way street.

2) If you CAN'T SEE, you CAN'T GO.

3) If you're NOT SURE, you...
12-27-23, 11:13 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 3,994
Posted By JoeyBike

Thanks for the report. I'll be just a couple of...

Thanks for the report. I'll be just a couple of miles south of Conestee trails. My new Surly Lowside is rocking 2.8" rubber for a reason. There are a couple of miles of very busy no-shoulder roads...
12-27-23, 10:58 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 3,224
Posted By JoeyBike

I've ridden some technical trails with...

I've ridden some technical trails with experienced riders. I always tried to stay on their line as they knew what they were doing. I never had any serious crashes because if THEY crashed, I stopped...
12-24-23, 04:13 PM
Replies: 152
Views: 7,382
Posted By JoeyBike

I feel as strong as ever for about 20-30 miles....

I feel as strong as ever for about 20-30 miles. But I don't feel like I am losing ground because I have zero desire to crank out 100+ mile rides, or even 50 miles. So I am as strong as ever for the...
12-24-23, 04:06 PM
Replies: 176
Views: 10,653
Posted By JoeyBike

I worked retail most of my live from 15-55 with a...

I worked retail most of my live from 15-55 with a few breaks. Dealing with the general public on a daily basis, for me, requires some "Me" time without conversation. As H.D. Thoreau wrote: "I've...
12-24-23, 02:31 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 843
Posted By JoeyBike

Thank you everybody! That definitely answered my...

Thank you everybody! That definitely answered my questions!
12-22-23, 10:58 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 843
Posted By JoeyBike

A question for Zwift users...

I have Strava friends who use Zwift a lot. Often their maps show them cycling or running on water! From land to water and back. I'll screen capture some of that and add it if no one has heard of...
12-22-23, 10:52 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 3,994
Posted By JoeyBike

My experience exactly and I'm not even in the...

My experience exactly and I'm not even in the hills yet! I practiced for two years on a smart trainer - tallest gear, out of the saddle, steady pace, some sprints but mostly a nice pace. After...
12-22-23, 10:45 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 3,994
Posted By JoeyBike

I'm with you on this. I don't like the view from...

I'm with you on this. I don't like the view from down there in traffic. Rail-Trails would be my only use for a bent trike. I don't even have a way to carry one anywhere and I am definitely NOT a...
12-22-23, 09:49 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 3,994
Posted By JoeyBike

I have two geared bikes but neither has disk...

I have two geared bikes but neither has disk brakes, which is the main reason i got the 1x1 - also I didn't own any bike like that. All of my bikes are set up aggressively (saddle higher than...
12-22-23, 12:49 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 3,994
Posted By JoeyBike

Oh, none taken!

Oh, none taken!
12-21-23, 12:41 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 3,994
Posted By JoeyBike

My brass stays in the cylinder. I've...

My brass stays in the cylinder.



I've biked up the spine of the Rocky Mountains, Appalachians (twice), Adirondacks, across the Cascades, Down the Cali Coast in my 30s and 40s. I know HOW to do...
12-21-23, 09:25 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 3,994
Posted By JoeyBike

Since I have never cycled competitively, I don't...

Since I have never cycled competitively, I don't have that measuring stick to track decline. I can still bike or skate any number of miles I want to, I just don't WANT to do centuries anymore. I used...
12-20-23, 10:03 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 3,994
Posted By JoeyBike

Funny, I had to look up both of those acronyms!...

Funny, I had to look up both of those acronyms! Now I see why you expect an entertaining thread based on those two camps of fitness techniques. I have experimented with heart monitors - not to hit...
12-20-23, 04:30 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 3,994
Posted By JoeyBike

Questions For Anyone Here 65 Or Wiser!

My wife and I will be relocating from the perfectly flat land of New Orleans, LA to the never-flat land of Greenville South Carolina. I already acquired a Surly Lowside single speed (one low gear for...
12-09-23, 01:52 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 4,481
Posted By JoeyBike

Electric cars are a joke IMO except for a select...

Electric cars are a joke IMO except for a select few people. I can agree on this. Ecological battery nightmare and rolling blackouts when everyone who can own their own charging station plugs in....
12-09-23, 12:44 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 4,481
Posted By JoeyBike

Yes. If 5 or 6 billion other people agree to do...

Yes. If 5 or 6 billion other people agree to do so I will sacrifice for the greater good. Assuming the remaining ~2 billion people are die hard environmentalists I will be happy to sign off. I'm...
12-09-23, 12:38 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 604
Posted By JoeyBike

Agreed

Agreed
12-06-23, 02:37 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,352
Posted By JoeyBike

Oh, that is excellent!

Oh, that is excellent!
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