Bike Forums

Go Back  Bike Forums > Search Forums
Reload this Page >

Search Results

Register
FAQ
Calendar
Search
Today's Posts
Mark Forums Read
Vendor Directory
Notices
Search: Posts Made By: Monkey Face
Showing results 1 to 13 of 13
Search took 0.00 seconds.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-12-22, 07:52 AM
Replies: 147
Views: 11,895
Posted By DeceptivelySlow

After posting that, it occurred to me you might...

After posting that, it occurred to me you might have been from the creative birthplace of "The Wrong Trousers" :)
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-11-22, 05:37 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 5,984
Posted By BobsPoprad

To the OP, I used to ride groups. Then...

To the OP,

I used to ride groups. Then moving away forced me to ride solo, or maybe with one other rider.
I've gotten to the point where I enjoy riding solo, no pressure to keep up, go where and...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-10-22, 01:56 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,508
Posted By SCTinkering

I am better off losing another 10-15 pounds off...

I am better off losing another 10-15 pounds off of my magic meat covered skeleton before turning to aero gains. We're cyclists, so the lure of just paying money to get a gain is part of the dna.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-05-22, 06:58 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,508
Posted By chas58

Me too. LOL. lord knows I don't wear aero...

Me too. LOL. lord knows I don't wear aero clothes on gravel either.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-05-22, 06:58 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,508
Posted By mstateglfr

I have been active in this thread, but I am 6'5...

I have been active in this thread, but I am 6'5 215# and ride a steel tube gravel bike with only 26mm deep rims and a small bar bag which is all absolutely not aero in any manner. I have pushed back...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-04-22, 04:13 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,998
Posted By philbob57

I pretty much have to limit my HR to 130 on the...

I pretty much have to limit my HR to 130 on the first half of a ride, because if I don't, I have to limp home; that's lack of energy an conditioning that manifests itself in my HR. That's different...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-29-22, 02:25 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,508
Posted By chas58

I think Aero for gravel is rather silly, but if...

I think Aero for gravel is rather silly, but if you are looking at aero for the road portion of your ride that makes sense.

Aero really starts to make a difference over 20mph. Below 15 it isn't...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-29-22, 09:53 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,895
Posted By base2

"Bottoming out" = banging rim on rocks. ...

"Bottoming out" = banging rim on rocks.

"Bottoming out" does not mean not low enough gears. 17.5 gear inches is plenty low for any terrain I have ever rode. Going lower has proven largely...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-22-22, 09:54 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,338
Posted By Parkyy16

I'm gonna be the odd one out; I haven't noticed...

I'm gonna be the odd one out; I haven't noticed significant comfort difference between aluminum and carbon seatposts on the same bike back to back with the only change being the seatpost. Granted, I...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-21-22, 03:51 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,338
Posted By pipeliner

Galvanic corrosion requires dissimilar metals....

Galvanic corrosion requires dissimilar metals. Carbon fiber composites have no metal content.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-19-22, 09:42 AM
Replies: 5,389
Views: 3,795,500
Posted By jonathanf2

Picked up some new bike shoes! ...

Picked up some new bike shoes!

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1200x800/poseidon_9f86528cf7f1c8752c4b3a38cb73aadd34f29abd.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-12-20, 04:06 PM
Replies: 1,368
Views: 425,947
Posted By misctrader

1987 Cannondale r600

I picked this up today. Its a 58cm sized frame. The paint is near mint, I have not seen any chips or scratches; the color is Hot Pink. It comes with the original Shimano 600 groupset, and the rims...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-22-20, 11:45 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,276
Posted By Iride01

I'm just the opposite. I hate having medical...

I'm just the opposite. I hate having medical conditions so I ride.

Seems to keep me off BP meds and Cholesterol and Triglycerides meds. My friends that don't cycle have a lot of pills they have...
Showing results 1 to 13 of 13


 
Forum Jump

Contact Us - Archive - Advertising - Cookie Policy - Privacy Statement - Terms of Service - Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information -

Copyright © 2023 MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands. All rights reserved. Use of this site indicates your consent to the Terms of Use.