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Forum: Touring
04-15-24, 02:40 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 219
Posted By WaveyGravey

I wore something like that to hike down the Grand...

I wore something like that to hike down the Grand Canyon.
Forum: Recreational & Family
04-15-24, 02:36 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 90
Posted By WaveyGravey

Beautiful setting!!!

Beautiful setting!!!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-15-24, 09:25 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 376
Posted By WaveyGravey

Recently I dealt with plantar fasciitis several...

Recently I dealt with plantar fasciitis several weeks back. The treatment was/is certain exercises and ice packs. Improved considerably.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-14-24, 04:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 225
Posted By WaveyGravey

What are your safety concerns regarding Hwy 74?...

What are your safety concerns regarding Hwy 74? Thanks.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-14-24, 04:47 PM
Replies: 6,107
Views: 555,769
Posted By WaveyGravey

I rode 27 miles today. First ride in 2 weeks as...

I rode 27 miles today. First ride in 2 weeks as I have been dealing with a foot problem.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-14-24, 04:45 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 416
Posted By WaveyGravey

My weight is about 155/160 LBs. Long ago my bike...

My weight is about 155/160 LBs. Long ago my bike shop recommended 100 PSI per tire on my road bike. Tire size 700x25. Seems to have worked well.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-14-24, 09:56 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 317
Posted By WaveyGravey

I ride in rural areas. My only concerns are deer...

I ride in rural areas. My only concerns are deer and dogs.
Forum: Touring
04-12-24, 10:44 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 777
Posted By WaveyGravey

I am aiming to ride the Natchez Trace perhaps...

I am aiming to ride the Natchez Trace perhaps this summer. Approximately 465 miles. Trying to determine how much time to budget with the necessary rest days at my age of 71.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-12-24, 10:40 AM
Replies: 3,115
Views: 532,335
Posted By WaveyGravey

The west coast scenery is specatacular!

The west coast scenery is specatacular!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-12-24, 10:33 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,476
Posted By WaveyGravey

Terrible. Hope nothing like this happens to my...

Terrible. Hope nothing like this happens to my Litespeed.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-12-24, 10:29 AM
Replies: 7,786
Views: 917,787
Posted By WaveyGravey

Looks great. What wax did you use? Thanks

Looks great. What wax did you use? Thanks
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-11-24, 09:38 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 520
Posted By WaveyGravey

This forum is a great form of relaxation. Great...

This forum is a great form of relaxation. Great way to escape and get my mind off of problems.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-11-24, 09:35 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 741
Posted By WaveyGravey

I once purchased Continental 5000's that I could...

I once purchased Continental 5000's that I could not get mounted. Took it to a bike shop and let them handle it.

Also, per the advice from this forum, I purchased a bead jack but have yet to use...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-11-24, 09:30 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 641
Posted By WaveyGravey

I would definitely get polarized to deal with...

I would definitely get polarized to deal with glare. I have been riding with a pair of Oakley glasses. Very satisfied.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-10-24, 01:56 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 182
Posted By WaveyGravey

So sorry to hear this. Until COVID, I had not...

So sorry to hear this. Until COVID, I had not had a vaccination since I was a child, maybe 50+ years. Now I am very diligent about keeping current. Hope it works,
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-10-24, 10:14 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 400
Posted By WaveyGravey

I remember the eclipse of 2017. A major event...

I remember the eclipse of 2017. A major event that I'm glad I witnessed.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-10-24, 10:11 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,621
Posted By WaveyGravey

Seems that the market is ripe for an independent...

Seems that the market is ripe for an independent bike repair shop. Start small working from home.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-10-24, 10:06 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,117
Posted By WaveyGravey

It would be nice to have a special section on...

It would be nice to have a special section on this forum for art.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-10-24, 09:59 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 312
Posted By WaveyGravey

THATS GREAT! Wish I had the skill and knowledge...

THATS GREAT! Wish I had the skill and knowledge to take on such a project.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-09-24, 03:05 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 2,658
Posted By WaveyGravey

Barely 100 ft.

Barely 100 ft.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-09-24, 05:34 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 294
Posted By WaveyGravey

I use MapMyRide and have not had problems with...

I use MapMyRide and have not had problems with it. But I have not been riding much lately.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-09-24, 05:30 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 726
Posted By WaveyGravey

Ask to hold their drivers license?

Ask to hold their drivers license?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-08-24, 02:11 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 8,850
Posted By WaveyGravey

I purchased an older Klein several years ago. I...

I purchased an older Klein several years ago. I believe it is a 1986 Quantum Racing. But it has no head badge and I always wondered if it may have been altered in some way. Thanks.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-08-24, 09:04 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,317
Posted By WaveyGravey

I am not an Eclipse enthusiast.

I am not an Eclipse enthusiast.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-08-24, 08:58 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 322
Posted By WaveyGravey

Great story! That's why I have 5 road bikes...

Great story!

That's why I have 5 road bikes and 2 mountain bikes. Don't see the point in selling any unless for some reason they go for a large amount.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-07-24, 12:09 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 600
Posted By WaveyGravey

The Peugeot looks to need a complete restoration.

The Peugeot looks to need a complete restoration.
Forum: Touring
04-07-24, 08:28 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 1,960
Posted By WaveyGravey

Thanks for this tip. Asked Co-Pilot on Bing to...

Thanks for this tip. Asked Co-Pilot on Bing to plan a itinerary for riding the Natchez Trace including Motel/Hotel and restaurant accommodations. And it laid it out for me.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-07-24, 08:12 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,337
Posted By WaveyGravey

These bikes are very interesting. Never heard of...

These bikes are very interesting. Never heard of a US Postal Service bike.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-07-24, 08:05 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 492
Posted By WaveyGravey

I run between 30/40 miles a week. Cycling goal...

I run between 30/40 miles a week. Cycling goal is 100 miles a week. The only non-routine activity was that I rode really hard the Saturday before its onset and after a extended time not riding.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-06-24, 06:54 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 492
Posted By WaveyGravey

I hope so!!!

I hope so!!!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-06-24, 06:53 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 492
Posted By WaveyGravey

Doctor gave much of the same advice given here by...

Doctor gave much of the same advice given here by folks that had it. But prescribed having a custom-made insert for shoes to support my arch. Also avoiding my favorite activities like running and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-05-24, 05:28 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 492
Posted By WaveyGravey

Thanks for all of this input! I did have a...

Thanks for all of this input!

I did have a particularly (for me) strenuous ride this past Saturday. Symptoms began like on Monday. Could be a connection.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-05-24, 03:11 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 492
Posted By WaveyGravey

Plantar Fasciitis

Anyone dealt with this ailment? How did you treat it? Was it hard to deal with? How long did it last?

Thanks
Forum: Road Cycling
04-05-24, 07:47 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 485
Posted By WaveyGravey

I rode flat pedals on my road bike for a number...

I rode flat pedals on my road bike for a number of years before transitioning to clipless. The difference was a dramatic difference in efficiency. Can't believe I ever rode without.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-04-24, 02:40 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 2,115
Posted By WaveyGravey

I will get nightmares from reading this post.

I will get nightmares from reading this post.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-24, 03:26 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 302
Posted By WaveyGravey

My first bike was a Rollfast.

My first bike was a Rollfast.
Forum: Touring
04-03-24, 10:24 AM
Replies: 2,083
Views: 414,103
Posted By WaveyGravey

Spectacular! What an adventure.

Spectacular! What an adventure.
Forum: Touring
04-03-24, 10:22 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 705
Posted By WaveyGravey

How long do they anticipate it being closed? ...

How long do they anticipate it being closed? Thought it might be only a matter of months.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-02-24, 02:08 PM
Replies: 6,107
Views: 555,769
Posted By WaveyGravey

26 miles for me today. 75 miles so far this...

26 miles for me today. 75 miles so far this week. Goal is 100. Got bad weather coming in tonight.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-01-24, 09:33 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 836
Posted By WaveyGravey

Very nice bike. Can't tell that its an Ebike.

Very nice bike. Can't tell that its an Ebike.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-31-24, 03:27 PM
Replies: 6,107
Views: 555,769
Posted By WaveyGravey

20 Miles today

20 Miles today
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-31-24, 03:22 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 253
Posted By WaveyGravey

Happy easter!!!

Happy easter!!!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-31-24, 08:13 AM
Replies: 6,107
Views: 555,769
Posted By WaveyGravey

Yesterday, March 30, 2024, I rode 30 miles. First...

Yesterday, March 30, 2024, I rode 30 miles. First ride in 2 weeks.
Forum: Touring
03-31-24, 08:06 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,175
Posted By WaveyGravey

My son and I use Speedplay pedals. I am told...

My son and I use Speedplay pedals. I am told that there is an attachment available for Speedplays that fits over the pedals and allows them to be ridden without cleats for short distance commutes...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-30-24, 08:55 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 596
Posted By WaveyGravey

I agree with this practice. But tubes have...

I agree with this practice. But tubes have gotten so expensive.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-30-24, 08:50 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 1,624
Posted By WaveyGravey

I always have my cell phone with me and...

I always have my cell phone with me and fortunately could call for someone to rescue me. But, I make sure to bring along a pack with everything necessary to replace a tube and get back home.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-29-24, 06:35 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 2,265
Posted By WaveyGravey

A good pump to properly inflate tires and...

A good pump to properly inflate tires and Gatorskin tires.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-28-24, 10:07 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 1,603
Posted By WaveyGravey

20 MPH or greater winds take the fun out of...

20 MPH or greater winds take the fun out of riding for me.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-28-24, 09:55 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 854
Posted By WaveyGravey

Great find! Also, nice job restoring it.

Great find! Also, nice job restoring it.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-27-24, 03:29 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 316
Posted By WaveyGravey

Excellent! I have a 1986.

Excellent! I have a 1986.
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