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Forum: Road Cycling
08-20-11, 07:03 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,682
Posted By AtomicCactus

I was looking for something like that! Thanks...

I was looking for something like that! Thanks for the link :).

Where I live, trainer season is as long as road season :(.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-15-11, 01:53 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 4,288
Posted By AtomicCactus

When I ran a half-marathon, my average HR for the...

When I ran a half-marathon, my average HR for the 1h56m it took me was in the mid 190's bpm.

I hate running. Never again.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-13-11, 09:18 AM
Replies: 243
Views: 29,651
Posted By AtomicCactus

I'm 6'1" with a 35" inseam and ride a 56cm. Long...

I'm 6'1" with a 35" inseam and ride a 56cm. Long legs and short torso necessitates a shorter top tube or I'd be sprawled out! I was professionally fitted for a 56 cm. Whenever I go bike shopping...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-05-11, 02:03 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 6,664
Posted By AtomicCactus

Bontrager Race Lite. $15-20 each. I think they...

Bontrager Race Lite. $15-20 each. I think they look nice and I despise Bontrager :).
209349
Forum: Road Cycling
06-24-11, 12:26 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,948
Posted By AtomicCactus

I got my Rx'd Oakleys from bicyclerx.com. One of...

I got my Rx'd Oakleys from bicyclerx.com. One of wisest purchases I've ever made :-). And, less than half the price of my everyday glasses from the local optician.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-25-11, 05:36 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 25,083
Posted By AtomicCactus

I snapped my chain once. I'm fairly religious...

I snapped my chain once. I'm fairly religious about chain maintenance so I highly doubt it was my fault, lol.
Even started a thread about it:...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-25-11, 05:31 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 44,510
Posted By AtomicCactus

I bought a pair of Oakley Straight Jacket glasses...

I bought a pair of Oakley Straight Jacket glasses (Rx -2.5D) from BicycleRx for about $270 shipped to Canada. They're great :). And a lot cheaper than what I normally pay for glasses up here in...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-05-11, 12:20 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,250
Posted By AtomicCactus

Once when riding I thought I heard something like...

Once when riding I thought I heard something like my cables slapping on the downtube, so I reached down (without looking) to hold it down. Unfortunately, I ended up sticking my hand in the spokes. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-03-11, 11:14 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 3,486
Posted By AtomicCactus

No. It is not. I had hoped wire-brushed titanium ...

No. It is not. I had hoped wire-brushed titanium was but it isn't either. I'm going to add some red to my Litespeed and I hope that'll do it.[/QUOTE]
Yes, it is. Higher energy. That's why some...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-31-11, 08:46 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 26,997
Posted By AtomicCactus

I concur wholeheartedly with this statement. ...

I concur wholeheartedly with this statement.

I decided to test out a Force-equipped bike, and I found that I hated SRAM. I think DoubleTap and 1:1 actuation is dumb. But then, that's just me,...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-29-11, 01:04 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 1,522
Posted By AtomicCactus

I think I ride more on my trainer than on the...

I think I ride more on my trainer than on the road :(.


I just checked these things out. They look awesome! I'll have to pick myself up a pair.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-29-11, 12:51 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 908
Posted By AtomicCactus

I'm 72.5" tall with a 35" inseam. Consequently,...

I'm 72.5" tall with a 35" inseam. Consequently, I ride a 56 cm Specialized Tarmac with the seatpost jacked way up, saddle slammed to the front (zero offset post), and a 110 mm -8* stem.

At the...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-27-11, 10:56 PM
Replies: 148
Views: 11,759
Posted By AtomicCactus

Sex appeal. I happen to find that I look...

Sex appeal.

I happen to find that I look better in an Ionos than in an Atmos. Up here in Canada, the Ionos goes for about $330. Hell, the Specialized TT2 is something like $450. Anyhow, rockin'...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-08-11, 01:20 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 817
Posted By AtomicCactus

Sunday to Friday: ----------------- 8:00 am -...

Sunday to Friday:
-----------------
8:00 am - Wake up
8:30 am - Go riding :)
10:00 am - Shower
10:30 am - Work :(
6:00 pm - Go swimming
7:00 pm - Strength training
8:00 pm - Go back to work...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-15-11, 08:23 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 6,097
Posted By AtomicCactus

I am not a hipster. This. :lol:

I am not a hipster.

This.

:lol:
Forum: Road Cycling
02-15-11, 08:19 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 15,753
Posted By AtomicCactus

1. 148 mm 2. 143 mm 3. 7/10 4. Specialized...

1. 148 mm
2. 143 mm
3. 7/10
4. Specialized Toupe

1. 148 mm
2. 155 mm
3. 7.2/10
4. Specialized Alias
Forum: Road Cycling
01-09-11, 01:42 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,258
Posted By AtomicCactus

Alum (potassium aluminum sulfate) doesn't make...

Alum (potassium aluminum sulfate) doesn't make for a very good bike frame... :o
Forum: Road Cycling
01-09-11, 01:40 AM
Replies: 231
Views: 8,389
Posted By AtomicCactus

Whatever she's drinking: ...

Whatever she's drinking:

http://www.moonbattery.com/archives/german-beer.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
12-25-10, 10:34 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,911
Posted By AtomicCactus

My bike came with the Toupe 143. It was pretty...

My bike came with the Toupe 143. It was pretty decent, but my sitbones were measured at 148 mm. I bought an Alias 155, and it's alright. I don't think I have it positioned properly. Nonetheless,...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-16-10, 11:05 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,515
Posted By AtomicCactus

I go riding with a colleague to motivate him to...

I go riding with a colleague to motivate him to exercise. He's too slow, but he and his bike probably weigh close to 280 lbs. I'm wondering if this would work, on the MUP no less... :p
Forum: Road Cycling
12-16-10, 10:58 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 7,713
Posted By AtomicCactus

Nice bike and great thread! Thanks for the pics...

Nice bike and great thread! Thanks for the pics :).
Is this straight up magnesium or some sort of alloy? As Mg is flammable, I'm wondering what would happen if you tried to light your bike on fire...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-13-10, 07:01 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,309
Posted By AtomicCactus

According to Competitive Cyclist, the only way...

According to Competitive Cyclist, the only way one can get ceramic bearings in Shimano BBs is by retrofitting. CC offers that service with DA BBs, retrofitting them with either hybrid or full...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-13-10, 12:31 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,686
Posted By AtomicCactus

My winter project is getting around to sending my...

My winter project is getting around to sending my damaged Tarmac frame to Calfee. I stripped off its parts and put them on a spare bike, but I would like to keep the spare for maybe CX. So, I'm...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-13-10, 12:15 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 3,549
Posted By AtomicCactus

Nice post; you've given me a bunch of ideas! :) ...

Nice post; you've given me a bunch of ideas! :)
Interestingly, when I'm 165 lb @ 6'1", my waist is 34". I must be all lard hahaha.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-04-10, 02:28 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 3,389
Posted By AtomicCactus

I'd get one of those seatposts that gives you a...

I'd get one of those seatposts that gives you a decent tri geometry by allowing you to move forward a bit. It'll be more comfortable and your legs will be in better shape for the run afterwards.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-20-10, 01:47 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 3,350
Posted By AtomicCactus

My saddle is tilted nose down by about 5*. My...

My saddle is tilted nose down by about 5*. My seatpost is cranked way up and my testicles are too big.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-14-10, 06:07 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,076
Posted By AtomicCactus

Does your bike have that Specialized stem that...

Does your bike have that Specialized stem that allows for four different angles, from -16* to +16*? If so try flipping your stem up to its highest position; that should make it more relaxed. Sounds...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-07-10, 06:58 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,076
Posted By AtomicCactus

I ride a 56 cm. Dang, that's a close...

I ride a 56 cm.


Dang, that's a close one! I wonder if a chain keeper would prevent all this headache...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-07-10, 06:55 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,076
Posted By AtomicCactus

Haha, yeah that's what the LBS said. They said...

Haha, yeah that's what the LBS said. They said the damaged section is all squishy and the damage goes down fairly deep. When I recommend road bikes to my friends (poor college student demographic),...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-07-10, 06:33 PM
Replies: 205
Views: 17,060
Posted By AtomicCactus

One without a gouged downtube :(.

One without a gouged downtube :(.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-07-10, 06:31 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,076
Posted By AtomicCactus

Snapped my chain, gouged my frame :(

I was biking the other day when I encountered a 15% grade. So, I dialed it up and when I did I heard a snap, and then a sickening crunch. Luckily, I was able to clip out before hitting the ground. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-27-10, 08:55 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 919
Posted By AtomicCactus

Like the Edge 705, the 500 has a barometric...

Like the Edge 705, the 500 has a barometric altimeter. Thus, if atmospheric pressure changes during the course of the ride, you'll get a different elevation reading. Some rides, my start/end point...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-22-10, 12:31 AM
Replies: 258
Views: 12,695
Posted By AtomicCactus

I've been a vege for most of my life (~92%), but...

I've been a vege for most of my life (~92%), but the type has changed. Used to be lacto/ovo, then vegan, then non-lacto/ovo. I plan to resume the non-lacto/ovo as soon as I finish the ice cream...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-11-10, 05:49 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,376
Posted By AtomicCactus

My saddle is tilted 5 degs downwards. Makes a...

My saddle is tilted 5 degs downwards. Makes a world of difference to the pernial area for me. However, I do find myself sliding forward if I do the no-hands thing.
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
10-22-09, 04:39 PM
Replies: 124
Views: 10,682
Posted By AtomicCactus

About 3.5 km from the Argyll Park Velodrome :).

About 3.5 km from the Argyll Park Velodrome :).
Forum: Road Cycling
10-11-09, 10:08 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,062
Posted By AtomicCactus

I used to be an archer, and when cutting carbon...

I used to be an archer, and when cutting carbon composite arrows, the only recommended method was a high-speed rotary saw (IIRC, with no teeth). Because of the stresses placed on arrows, other...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-06-09, 11:56 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,668
Posted By AtomicCactus

It's been some time since I've done physical...

It's been some time since I've done physical chemistry so I can't give you quantitative data on how wrong you are :D. Nonetheless, if you consider atmospheric pressure being 14.7 psi and your tire...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-06-09, 11:45 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 5,019
Posted By AtomicCactus

Microscopically speaking, the air in your tire...

Microscopically speaking, the air in your tire never stops!
Forum: Road Cycling
10-04-09, 02:21 AM
Replies: 183
Views: 8,721
Posted By AtomicCactus

Let us know how the Kimber spray thing works! ...

Let us know how the Kimber spray thing works! Hopefully you won't need to use it.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-04-09, 02:03 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,528
Posted By AtomicCactus

I'm curious if you use the thing with the helmet...

I'm curious if you use the thing with the helmet pads or not! That's where I'd like some enlightenment :).
Forum: Road Cycling
10-01-09, 12:10 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 466
Posted By AtomicCactus

Definitely 105 for the STI levers. I've done...

Definitely 105 for the STI levers.

I've done a lot of stupid things to my CXP-22's and they're still in good shape :).
Forum: Road Cycling
09-30-09, 11:57 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 8,409
Posted By AtomicCactus

That's why Lance didn't win the TdF this year...

That's why Lance didn't win the TdF this year :innocent:.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-30-09, 11:53 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,041
Posted By AtomicCactus

You have to give up one testicle to ride like...

You have to give up one testicle to ride like him. Wikipedia even says so.

Anyhow, IIRC his cadence is 120+ rpm or so. Check Wikipedia.

Personally, I feel silly spinning faster than 115 rpm.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-30-09, 11:49 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 4,678
Posted By AtomicCactus

I use this: ...

I use this:

http://www.filzer.com/img/products/68-lg.jpg

Nice, somewhat compact, has gotten me out of a tricky spot on a few occasions. Cheap, too.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-30-09, 11:43 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,025
Posted By AtomicCactus

...how old are you?

...how old are you?
Forum: Road Cycling
09-28-09, 06:04 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 7,078
Posted By AtomicCactus

Aqua regia.

Aqua regia.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-28-09, 05:57 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,565
Posted By AtomicCactus

...wow. That's epic! And you don't even look...

...wow. That's epic! And you don't even look 53, perhaps mid-late 30's.

I'm almost even more impressed (if that's possible) that you rode down the hill!
Forum: Road Cycling
09-26-09, 09:43 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,547
Posted By AtomicCactus

Oh hey, he's the guy who's getting the Storck...

Oh hey, he's the guy who's getting the Storck Aero 2 delivered to him for that triathlon in Hawaii (according to some article in Bike Radar?)?

Very cool about the group ride!
Forum: Road Cycling
09-26-09, 09:35 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,238
Posted By AtomicCactus

You should be riding on your sit bones. My...

You should be riding on your sit bones.

My perineum was in pretty rough shape until my saddle was tilted down 5 degrees. That changed everything!
Forum: Road Cycling
09-26-09, 09:30 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,472
Posted By AtomicCactus

You, sir make very valid points. I see the...

You, sir make very valid points. I see the rainbow now! :D
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