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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-16-24, 05:35 PM
Replies: 27,110
Views: 3,112,192
Posted By missinglink

Maybe wild honeysuckle? That's what I'm smelling...

Maybe wild honeysuckle? That's what I'm smelling on my rides in the spring time.
Did 10 miles today. A bit breezy, but nice to get out.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-13-24, 08:02 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 1,928
Posted By missinglink

I actually got out for a ride in this windy mess...

I actually got out for a ride in this windy mess today.
The wife wanted to get some exercise, so with her on her Marin, I escorted her around the neighborhood for 3 miles.

After getting her back...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-10-24, 11:43 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 430
Posted By missinglink

Our son and his wife drove out from Ventura...

Our son and his wife drove out from Ventura county to our place (Just south of DFW) to do eclipse photography for a 2nd time. They traveled north for the 2017 eclipse
Our experience was similar to...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-04-24, 03:19 PM
Replies: 27,110
Views: 3,112,192
Posted By missinglink

Finally....10.5 miles today. Prettiest day of the...

Finally....10.5 miles today. Prettiest day of the spring so far.
Crazy weather keeping me off the bike lately. Plus needing to saw up blown down trees in my woods. Ugh.....
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-29-24, 06:44 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 1,928
Posted By missinglink

I don't blame you. It was really gusting from the...

I don't blame you. It was really gusting from the south. I sat on the porch for a while and watched water being blown over the rim of the bird bath in my back yard.
I decided to just do yard work...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-27-24, 07:32 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 1,928
Posted By missinglink

I prefer not to ride in anything over 20....

I prefer not to ride in anything over 20. Especially if it's a gusty wind. It's not much fun and can be a bit dangerous on the narrow country roads I have to ride.

I rode today for the first time...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-27-24, 11:10 AM
Replies: 27,110
Views: 3,112,192
Posted By missinglink

Way too windy for me today. I must say that...

Way too windy for me today.

I must say that I am in awe of the scenic routes many of you ride though. Simply beautiful. Thanks for posting the photos.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-24-24, 09:35 PM
Replies: 27,110
Views: 3,112,192
Posted By missinglink

This was one the nicest days we've had in quite a...

This was one the nicest days we've had in quite a while in my area of Tx. I did a 16 mile morning ride, then decided to get out mid afternoon for 8 more.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-20-24, 08:22 PM
Replies: 27,110
Views: 3,112,192
Posted By missinglink

13 miles today. A bit windy, but it was nice to...

13 miles today. A bit windy, but it was nice to get out.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-09-24, 07:25 PM
Replies: 27,110
Views: 3,112,192
Posted By missinglink

Got out for a tad over 10 miles this afternoon. ...

Got out for a tad over 10 miles this afternoon.
The weather in north central Tx is blustery and forecast to get worse, so I figured I better get a ride while I could.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-30-24, 07:39 PM
Replies: 27,110
Views: 3,112,192
Posted By missinglink

I was able to get out for the first time in quite...

I was able to get out for the first time in quite a while today. I felt good, and the weather was near perfect. I only did 16 miles, but it really boosted my spirits.
Day after tomorrow I go for...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-23-23, 07:49 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 5,236
Posted By missinglink

Not too great here. 792 miles unless things come...

Not too great here. 792 miles unless things come together and I can work in a couple more rides. Even at geezer status I'd been getting ~4K per year for a while now.
Health problems since around...
Forum: Pills and Ills
09-03-23, 10:02 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,494
Posted By missinglink

I wanted to post an update in case it might be...

I wanted to post an update in case it might be helpful to others.

After a recent PET scan, looks like this mass in my outer left hip is the only thing I'm dealing with. Which is very good news.
...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-04-23, 04:37 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 4,444
Posted By missinglink

I hate it when they redo a road I like in chip...

I hate it when they redo a road I like in chip seal like that. Depending on how well traveled it is, and how coarse the chip seal is, it could be many months before it smooths out.

I'm in Ellis...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-28-23, 03:33 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,587
Posted By missinglink

I've been slowly working my way back to some bike...

I've been slowly working my way back to some bike rides while recovering from (and still dealing with) various health issues. Just in time for one of the more brutal Texas summers in a while.
At...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-11-23, 08:45 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 795
Posted By missinglink

That's amazing. Well done!

That's amazing.
Well done!
Forum: Pills and Ills
06-28-23, 03:00 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,494
Posted By missinglink

After needle biopsy results, looks like I will be...

After needle biopsy results, looks like I will be dealing with a form of lymphoma.
Forum: Pills and Ills
06-26-23, 10:47 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,494
Posted By missinglink

I wanted to offer a bit of an update for others...

I wanted to offer a bit of an update for others that may eventually experience PN.

It's been right at 5 months now since I first experienced symptoms. Burning, and 'pins and needles' sensation in...
Forum: Pills and Ills
06-08-23, 10:08 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,494
Posted By missinglink

I wanted to post an update to this discussion as...

I wanted to post an update to this discussion as it may be of help to others.

To recap - my first doctor's visit was with my long time PCP in Late February of this year. He, in turn, referred me...
Forum: Pills and Ills
05-12-23, 09:48 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,494
Posted By missinglink

I feel like I'm very slowly making progress on...

I feel like I'm very slowly making progress on this nerve problem. It's a slow process, and day to day improvement is hardly noticeable. But going back a month or so, it feels much improved.

I'm...
Forum: Pills and Ills
05-11-23, 08:34 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,494
Posted By missinglink

I had my first round of PT yesterday morning....

I had my first round of PT yesterday morning. I'll share some thoughts on the experience in case it might be helpful for others.

First of all, It seemed apparent that the therapist was unfamiliar...
Forum: Pills and Ills
05-04-23, 05:37 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,494
Posted By missinglink

Ok, good to know. Thank you. I'm glad I didn't...

Ok, good to know. Thank you.
I'm glad I didn't get that filled now. I'm actually thinking about taking a gabapentin this evening.
I've done a few short test rides in the neighborhood with little to...
Forum: Pills and Ills
05-04-23, 03:32 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,494
Posted By missinglink

Wow, that's a very helpful discussion. Thanks for...

Wow, that's a very helpful discussion. Thanks for pointing it out.
I'll update how things are at this point:

I'm still dealing with this, but to a slightly lessor degree. Any lengthy bike rides...
Forum: Pills and Ills
03-25-23, 08:10 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,494
Posted By missinglink

Thank you all for the replies here. Wanted...

Thank you all for the replies here.

Wanted to update. I've been to my PCP, and he agreed that it's Pundendal Neuralga. He referred me a specialist that has started me on a 'taper down' dose of...
Forum: Pills and Ills
03-15-23, 12:03 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,494
Posted By missinglink

Pudendal neuralgia?

I was wondering if anyone here has had any experience with this.

I haven't been diagnosed by a doctor yet. My symptoms match perfectly though. My PCP is unavailable for the foreseeable future, and...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-19-22, 08:24 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 5,704
Posted By missinglink

I'm currently starting day 12 of recovery. I'd...

I'm currently starting day 12 of recovery. I'd earlier thought I'd be well over this by now. My wife insisted I go see our family doc because of my symptoms persisting.
He prescribed antibiotics and...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-12-22, 10:46 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 5,704
Posted By missinglink

I couldn't agree more. I hadn't been on a plane...

I couldn't agree more. I hadn't been on a plane since 1969. Decided to treat myself and the wife to a week in Alaska after living like hermits for years. Arrived on a Sunday and tested positive for...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-12-22, 11:02 AM
Replies: 166
Views: 27,298
Posted By missinglink

The heat and wind has been absolutely miserable...

The heat and wind has been absolutely miserable in north central Tx this year. I've averaged about 75 miles a week so far. Age 73, btw.
Forum: Pills and Ills
05-04-22, 05:18 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,253
Posted By missinglink

I wanted to post a followup to my original topic...

I wanted to post a followup to my original topic here. I also want the thank everyone for the helpful and interesting contributions.

First of all, according to my doctor, I'd been lumping any sort...
Forum: Pills and Ills
04-13-22, 07:54 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,641
Posted By missinglink

Rest and ice was also what my doctor recommended....

Rest and ice was also what my doctor recommended. It took a while to clear up. I'd never felt anything like it before. Doc was certain it was caused by me jogging with hand weights.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-07-22, 03:54 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,361
Posted By missinglink

Gave me a chuckle. Same here in north central Tx....

Gave me a chuckle. Same here in north central Tx. Wind NW at 30, gusting to 40+ most of the day here. It goes from south to north all spring with the fronts rolling through.
Just waiting for those...
Forum: Pills and Ills
03-21-22, 11:31 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,253
Posted By missinglink

I plan to update the group here as to how things...

I plan to update the group here as to how things play out.

During my initial visit, my cardio doc discussed several ways to record events, including the Apple watch. He happened to have a stack of...
Forum: Pills and Ills
03-21-22, 10:54 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,253
Posted By missinglink

Sorry. Yes, it was a misspelling on my part. ...

Sorry. Yes, it was a misspelling on my part.

When I have these episodes (and catch them on KardiaMobile) , I've been sending the files to my cardio doc through my medical Portal. I'm assuming he's...
Forum: Pills and Ills
03-20-22, 09:54 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,253
Posted By missinglink

I did a short leisurely 10 mile ride yesterday....

I did a short leisurely 10 mile ride yesterday. First ride in quite a while due to a variety of reasons.
I was relaxing on the couch yesterday evening and started noticing the odd heart beats again,...
Forum: Pills and Ills
03-17-22, 09:57 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,253
Posted By missinglink

Modern technology is amazing. I never knew these...

Modern technology is amazing. I never knew these things existed until my doc suggested it.

So far, my experience with KardiaMobile has been positive, but a bit of a learning experience as to how...
Forum: Pills and Ills
03-17-22, 07:42 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,253
Posted By missinglink

That sounds very troubling. Let us know if the...

That sounds very troubling. Let us know if the AMIODARONE helps.
Thank you for the input and best of luck to you.
Forum: Pills and Ills
03-17-22, 12:13 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,253
Posted By missinglink

The cardio I doc saw was fairly young. Late 30s...

The cardio I doc saw was fairly young. Late 30s early 40s maybe. He claimed to do quite a bit of mountain biking. I'm sure it's challenging, but seems it would be different than maintaining my...
Forum: Pills and Ills
03-17-22, 09:40 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,253
Posted By missinglink

Experiences with Afib?

I began having Afib symptoms around mid December 2021 for no apparent reason, and was hoping for some input from those in our age group who have dealt with it.

I'm familiar with the "feel" since I...
Forum: Pills and Ills
01-22-22, 10:15 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,567
Posted By missinglink

I'd also like to learn how you corrected the...

I'd also like to learn how you corrected the Afib.

Thank you.......
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-09-21, 01:26 PM
Replies: 3,577
Views: 984,437
Posted By missinglink

This is my Allez sport that I bought new in 2015....

This is my Allez sport that I bought new in 2015. I've really enjoyed it.

...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-13-21, 10:04 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,918
Posted By missinglink

For those with uncertainties about retirement,...

For those with uncertainties about retirement, early retirement, related financial questions, healthcare, etc, there is a forum of very knowledgeable people willing to discuss and advise....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-29-21, 10:02 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,639
Posted By missinglink

This is what I've carried for years now while...

This is what I've carried for years now while biking on mostly country roads. I'd prefer not use it if at all possible. The results are instant on the very few occasions I've felt it was necessary.
Forum: Pills and Ills
12-28-20, 12:37 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,670
Posted By missinglink

Don, about the only thing I can offer is the...

Don, about the only thing I can offer is the experience from a long time friend of mine. He's been on the 'beginner's' dose of meds for about 18 months with no dizziness or other side effects. I'm...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-15-20, 05:08 PM
Replies: 166
Views: 27,298
Posted By missinglink

This topic made me curious to see just how bad I...

This topic made me curious to see just how bad I did this year. Checking my logs I came up with 48 miles/week.

I started the year with severe polymyalgia. Began to get that mostly under control by...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-18-20, 04:10 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,720
Posted By missinglink

I'll be interested to hear what you think. I've...

I'll be interested to hear what you think.
I've been in a situation very much like you describe. My doc prescribed antibiotics for prostatitus and recommended taking a week or so off the bike, which...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-30-20, 08:39 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,095
Posted By missinglink

I believe I saw pics of the result of one of your...

I believe I saw pics of the result of one of your crashes on ER forum. I hope I never have to suffer through anything like that.

I ride country roads almost exclusively. I'm fortunate that most...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-20-20, 09:24 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,225
Posted By missinglink

Thank you for the encouragement. The Marin...

Thank you for the encouragement.
The Marin Redwood I started out on in 2013 was/is actually a plush ride. Since my wife has taken over that bike, I may look for something similar. I wish she would...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-18-20, 10:26 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,225
Posted By missinglink

This is a timely thread for me. I'm currently...

This is a timely thread for me. I'm currently taking antibiotics for prostatitis due to perineal irritation from my saddle. I'm 72 now, btw. I've been riding a 2015 Specialized Allez purchased new....
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-07-20, 11:27 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 16,406
Posted By missinglink

I use a take-a-look mirror. I prefer the compact...

I use a take-a-look mirror. I prefer the compact rather than full length. I have mine attached to my helmet visor, and anchored in place with zip ties.
Road bike and prescription glass here too.
Forum: Pills and Ills
02-20-20, 10:29 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,098
Posted By missinglink

First, Thank you for sharing your thoughts and...

First, Thank you for sharing your thoughts and experiences. Very helpful.

I'd like to clarify my predsisone use regarding the taper down, now that I have my notes in front of me.
My PCP started...
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