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09-17-22, 02:24 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,779
Posted By fujidon

I do have double-sided SPD pedals and on those...

I do have double-sided SPD pedals and on those rare occasions when I don't want to clip in, I place my foot further forward on the pedal, I can still pedal, but poorly and I won't accidentally clip...
09-16-22, 03:46 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,779
Posted By fujidon

There are a few hills that I've needed to stop on...

There are a few hills that I've needed to stop on and start again. Some of them are steep enough that I can't start in my lowest gear. It may sound counter-intuitive, but a single pedal stroke with...
09-16-22, 03:26 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,579
Posted By fujidon

I've had steel, carbon and aluminum. I won't...

I've had steel, carbon and aluminum.

I won't have steel again because they always seem to rust eventually, but the look of a classic steel bike is still my favorite.

My aluminum bike is every...
09-16-22, 03:17 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,779
Posted By fujidon

I have SPD cleats and one of the advantages is...

I have SPD cleats and one of the advantages is that I can pedal (although poorly) without clipping in. It's helpful when starting uphill. I don't know if the same is true for Look/Time. What kind of...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-10-22, 03:41 PM
Replies: 280
Views: 10,733
Posted By fujidon

You're looking for an argument and you created...

You're looking for an argument and you created one.
Take the advice that you find useful and ignore the rest. If you insist on things like "the data doesn't support". you're just being argumentative...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-10-22, 05:37 AM
Replies: 280
Views: 10,733
Posted By fujidon

You may not realize it, but with flat pedals,...

You may not realize it, but with flat pedals, it's necessary to keep slight pressure on the rising pedal to keep you foot properly located. That means that one leg is slightly fighting the other leg....
09-05-22, 05:33 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 841
Posted By fujidon

I agree. For the most part, motorists accept that...

I agree. For the most part, motorists accept that cyclist are entitled to use the road and that has been my experience, with a few exceptions.

As the push for bike paths accelerates, my concern is...
09-05-22, 05:21 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 841
Posted By fujidon

Yuk, yuk.

Yuk, yuk.
09-05-22, 03:29 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 841
Posted By fujidon

Ride where you like. my issue with bike paths has...

Ride where you like. my issue with bike paths has nothing to do with deterring anyone from riding where they like.

My issue has to do with the ever-growing cultural expectation that bicycles don't...
09-05-22, 03:24 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 841
Posted By fujidon

Why? Because it was a general observation, not...

Why? Because it was a general observation, not specifically related to advocacy and safety. But yeah, it could have fit there as well.
09-05-22, 03:07 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 841
Posted By fujidon

Thanks, I guess the explanation must be that I...

Thanks, I guess the explanation must be that I didn't post it correctly. I don't feel like doing the whole rant again, but I posted the gist of it here. I may post it again if the mood strikes me,...
09-05-22, 03:02 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 841
Posted By fujidon

No, I posted it in the General Cycling...

No, I posted it in the General Cycling Discussions forum
09-05-22, 02:59 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 841
Posted By fujidon

Are you confirming that my post was inappropriate...

Are you confirming that my post was inappropriate and so it was removed? I'd really like to know.
09-05-22, 02:47 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 841
Posted By fujidon

Basically, it was about how I think bike paths do...

Basically, it was about how I think bike paths do a disservice to road cyclist because they reinforce the notion that bikes don't belong on the road.
09-05-22, 02:28 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 841
Posted By fujidon

Removed Post?

I posted something a couple of days ago that was a bit of a rant about something that bugs me.

I suspect it may not have been a popular sentiment amongst some segment of the cycling population.
...
09-02-22, 04:10 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,565
Posted By fujidon

Wider tires, lower pressure, let momentum work...

Wider tires, lower pressure, let momentum work for you. A little "squirrely" on gravel is normal. I don't think knobbies will help on gravel. They will help on dirt, but on gravel, you want as much...
Forum: Touring
06-03-22, 02:45 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,527
Posted By fujidon

Is there a way to use the trailer itself as a...

Is there a way to use the trailer itself as a "kickstand". I'm not familiar with how the trailer is attached to the bike, but if it can be made temporarily rigid, it would hold the bike upright.
03-31-22, 03:25 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,614
Posted By fujidon

Is you seat set for conventional leg extension?...

Is you seat set for conventional leg extension? Looks can be deceiving, but the seat looks too low for someone your height assuming typical proportions.
03-26-22, 05:18 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 6,591
Posted By fujidon

I used "tempo" in the sense that it's an effort...

I used "tempo" in the sense that it's an effort level that can be maintained for the duration of a long ride. For me, "tempo" is not 90%. That's much too high. 75% is probably closer.

We can also...
03-26-22, 06:18 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 6,591
Posted By fujidon

I think I may have set up my bike many years ago...

I think I may have set up my bike many years ago using KOPS as a random starting position. Then I rode... a lot.

What I noticed was that whenever I pedaled above tempo was that I moved forward on...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-19-22, 06:11 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,999
Posted By fujidon

On some shifters, you can make small adjustments...

On some shifters, you can make small adjustments to the position of the front derailleur without shifting to the other chainring. These small adjustments keep the chain from rubbing on the derailleur...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-17-22, 06:07 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,999
Posted By fujidon

Thanks, all. It was new to me, but good to know...

Thanks, all. It was new to me, but good to know that things are they way they are by design.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-17-22, 06:05 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,999
Posted By fujidon

Yeah, I know that. I just didn't write what I...

Yeah, I know that. I just didn't write what I meant clearly
Forum: Road Cycling
02-17-22, 04:47 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,999
Posted By fujidon

Shimano 105 11 Speed

At the end of last year (2021), I bought a Specialized Roubaix with Shimano 105 11-speed groupset. I'm loving the bike and have no regrets, but I do have a question,
All of my previous bikes were...
01-05-22, 07:08 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,953
Posted By fujidon

Why participate if you think the conversation is...

Why participate if you think the conversation is pointless?
Forum: Road Cycling
01-05-22, 07:06 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,031
Posted By fujidon

I have a Specialized Diverge which is a gravel...

I have a Specialized Diverge which is a gravel bike. I bought it to use as a touring bike as I don't plan on riding gravel. I haven't had a chance to do a tour, but I've done a fair amount of road...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-09-21, 06:44 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 6,437
Posted By fujidon

But does it stick to both the horizontal AND...

But does it stick to both the horizontal AND vertical parts?
11-22-21, 07:14 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,543
Posted By fujidon

Pretty much what you just posted, thanks. But I...

Pretty much what you just posted, thanks. But I was also hoping to hear from some cyclists who have a winter fitness plan that doesn't involve interactive software.

Thanks to posts like yours and...
11-22-21, 05:13 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,543
Posted By fujidon

I'm 67 years old. I'm not "training" per se. I'm...

I'm 67 years old. I'm not "training" per se. I'm just trying to minimize age-related loss so I can enjoy long rides on nice days. Yes, I could go harder on the trainer, but I already find it...
11-21-21, 05:15 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,543
Posted By fujidon

What's RGT?

What's RGT?
11-21-21, 03:01 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,543
Posted By fujidon

Question Winter Training for Maintenance

I'm mostly a warmer weather cyclist. With winter approaching, I plan on spending more time on my trainer as I usually do. I retired this past spring, had more time to ride and had one of my best...
11-13-21, 03:06 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,613
Posted By fujidon

Here's my "too sentimental to sell" thread:...

Here's my "too sentimental to sell" thread: https://www.bikeforums.net/general-cycling-discussion/1236140-should-i-sell.html

So I understand your mixed emotions
11-07-21, 03:47 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 475
Posted By fujidon

Using a tape measure, I read 3-3/8". Of...

Using a tape measure, I read 3-3/8".

Of course, curiosity has me wondering why you want this measurement.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-28-21, 04:05 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 6,437
Posted By fujidon

Thanks for the Tifosi recommendation. I ordered...

Thanks for the Tifosi recommendation. I ordered the non-polarized with the AC (all condition) lens. It's exactly what I was looking for and I'm very happy with them.

In fact, I like them so much,...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-15-21, 01:00 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 6,437
Posted By fujidon

Thanks, I just ordered a pair of Tifosi sunglass...

Thanks, I just ordered a pair of Tifosi sunglass at Amazon.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-14-21, 05:26 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 6,437
Posted By fujidon

Yes, not just Amazon, but also other places that...

Yes, not just Amazon, but also other places that sell economical sunglasses. Call me penny-wise or even stingy, but I feel like it should be possible to buy decent sport glasses for $20 or so.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-13-21, 05:51 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 6,437
Posted By fujidon

Thanks, but I was looking for something more...

Thanks, but I was looking for something more geared towards sport glasses. In other words, glasses that are more "wrap-around" to better deflect wind and - more importantly - bugs.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-13-21, 05:15 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 6,437
Posted By fujidon

Regarding the Oakley recommendation... I'm sure...

Regarding the Oakley recommendation... I'm sure they're great glasses, but I also think they're seriously over-priced. Sooner or later my sunglasses are going to get scratched and I don't want to pay...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-12-21, 05:13 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 6,437
Posted By fujidon

Polarized VS Non-polarized

My experience has been that non-polarized sunglasses work better on the bike. It seems that polarized sunglasses can sometime hide road hazards especially when sunlight is filtering through the...
10-09-21, 04:19 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 611
Posted By fujidon

40 PSI in a tube outside of the tire is quite a...

40 PSI in a tube outside of the tire is quite a lot. I too have tested patched tubes to insure the integrity of the patch, but I don't think I've ever approached anything near 40 PSI. 5 to 10 PSI is...
10-09-21, 02:33 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 611
Posted By fujidon

Just to be clear, a hole was blown through the...

Just to be clear, a hole was blown through the patch WHILE the tube was installed?

I've had the non-glue instant patches fail after many miles, but the air leaked out BEHIND the patch. It's just...
Forum: Touring
09-30-21, 03:18 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,652
Posted By fujidon

If I was using my road bike for a one-time...

If I was using my road bike for a one-time weekend tour, I would probably just zip tie a couple of cheap water bottle cages to each side of the fork. Zip ties are cheap, disposable and hold well. Of...
09-30-21, 09:34 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 4,094
Posted By fujidon

My touring bike (which I no longer ride) came...

My touring bike (which I no longer ride) came with cantilever brakes which were marginal so I replaced the brake pads with grippier pads. On a downhill, but not turning, the front fork started...
09-22-21, 04:56 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,226
Posted By fujidon

I recently bought this bike stand"...

I recently bought this bike stand" https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00ZF2QV9C/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I could say it's a bargain for the price, but it would actually be a...
09-12-21, 02:58 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 4,500
Posted By fujidon

I've been following this thread from the first...

I've been following this thread from the first post. I don't recall anyone trying to convert others.

But, if you do feel that it's so, why not post directly to the "clipless advocate" instead of a...
09-12-21, 01:00 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 4,500
Posted By fujidon

https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61+-F+muiML._A...

https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61+-F+muiML._AC_SL1000_.jpg

You mean something like this?
09-11-21, 05:16 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 4,500
Posted By fujidon

Shirley, you jest.

Shirley, you jest.
09-11-21, 02:37 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 4,500
Posted By fujidon

It may take a while, but unclipping from a...

It may take a while, but unclipping from a cleated pedal system (ironically called "clipless") becomes as second nature as putting a foot down when you stop.

When I first switched to SPD pedals, I...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-10-21, 02:56 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 810
Posted By fujidon

If it picked up that much dirt in just 150 miles,...

If it picked up that much dirt in just 150 miles, then yes, it could be your choice of lube, but I think it's more likely that it's a case of too much lube.

I lube my chains the day before a ride...
09-10-21, 04:50 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 3,473
Posted By fujidon

I related my experience, you related yours. Not...

I related my experience, you related yours. Not everyone has the same experience.
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