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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-04-13, 04:59 PM
Replies: 1,914
Views: 514,656
Posted By Yosemite Sam

Had not noticed this thread before. 1. What...

Had not noticed this thread before.

1. What type of bikes do 50+ folks ride?

This particular 50+ (53 as we speak) rides a 2012 Trek Soho commuter and a 1998 GT Windstream hybrid. I am also...
Forum: Pills and Ills
10-02-13, 11:40 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 25,347
Posted By Yosemite Sam

I'll second the bit about the first ride feeling...

I'll second the bit about the first ride feeling good. Even though it was short, my thigh muscles showed their appreciation. But yeah, I really need to give it some time.

And I agree, this stuff...
Forum: Pills and Ills
10-01-13, 05:13 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 25,347
Posted By Yosemite Sam

Just in case anyone's interested... I had my...

Just in case anyone's interested...

I had my TURP procedure on 9/18, and was able to take a very brief ride yesterday (9/30) afternoon. Sitting on the seat wasn't an issue as I had feared, but...
Forum: Commuting
09-13-13, 05:21 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,777
Posted By Yosemite Sam

Be advised the Trek Soho has been discontinued...

Be advised the Trek Soho has been discontinued for 2014.

I got mine today. :D

-- Sam
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-13-13, 02:19 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,063
Posted By Yosemite Sam

Yup. That was the kicker for me. -- Sam

Yup. That was the kicker for me.

-- Sam
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
09-13-13, 12:44 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 847
Posted By Yosemite Sam

There are all sorts of stem risers, adjustable...

There are all sorts of stem risers, adjustable stems, and high rise handlebars that can help with this. Keep in mind you may need to get new cables if you raise them up too much.

-- Sam
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
09-13-13, 12:39 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,031
Posted By Yosemite Sam

See my thread...

See my thread (http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php/912282-Another-fit-question-or-weirdness) for another aspect, where some of these measurements are not even taken in the same place on...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
09-13-13, 12:25 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,946
Posted By Yosemite Sam

FWIW, I ended up going with the Soho for a...

FWIW, I ended up going with the Soho for a variety of reasons. The ETTL on this bike is 565mm by their measurement (see above), with a standover of 30.39". This is the 20" frame model.

I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-13-13, 12:18 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,284
Posted By Yosemite Sam

Just to wrap this up: I ended up buying the Trek...

Just to wrap this up: I ended up buying the Trek Soho Deluxe. I learned yesterday that it had been discontinued for 2014, so I went down and put a hold on it. Picked it up today.

I did get a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-13-13, 12:09 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,063
Posted By Yosemite Sam

Well, the devil won, sort of... I got word that...

Well, the devil won, sort of... I got word that Trek discontinued the Soho model, so I beat feet down to my LBS and put a hold on it. After discussing it my Financial Manager (wife) she agreed that...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
09-11-13, 09:27 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,946
Posted By Yosemite Sam

Hey, thanks for checking! BTW, from...

Hey, thanks for checking!

BTW, from Breezer's page for the Uptown 8, they reference measurement "B" in the table:



Size

S (17.5")
M (19.5")
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
09-10-13, 11:23 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,946
Posted By Yosemite Sam

It doesn't, in a perfect world. But in the event...

It doesn't, in a perfect world. But in the event of a dismount under less than ideal circumstances, having too tall a bar can make life interesting. I also have a (slightly older) friend...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
09-10-13, 11:09 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,946
Posted By Yosemite Sam

Or worse, "One size fits most". Here's what...

Or worse, "One size fits most".

Here's what I'm talking about regarding non-standard measurement locations.

Trek's diagram:...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
09-10-13, 05:12 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,946
Posted By Yosemite Sam

Another fit question, or weirdness

I've recently had the opportunity to ride a number of bikes, and am seeing a lot of discrepancy in what should fit vs. what does fit. Is this normal?

I'm 5' 10", 175#, 31-32" inseam. The sizing...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-07-13, 01:04 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,284
Posted By Yosemite Sam

Sorry, meant to address this in my last post. ...

Sorry, meant to address this in my last post. There's one place in town that rents, but they've got a limited selection. I have been able to test drive a number of bikes, including the Soho, and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-07-13, 12:56 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,284
Posted By Yosemite Sam

Thanks for all your responses so far, as well as...

Thanks for all your responses so far, as well as your willingness and desire to really help. It really is appreciated.

I agree that trying to justify a new, expensive bike for my piddly little...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-06-13, 10:31 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,706
Posted By Yosemite Sam

Though I'm not the OP, I'd like to thank tsl for...

Though I'm not the OP, I'd like to thank tsl for that post. That does indeed cut through a lot of marketing hype and other crap that makes the search for a bike difficult.

-- Sam (also currently...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-06-13, 09:56 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,284
Posted By Yosemite Sam

BTW, it occurs to me that if we have people...

BTW, it occurs to me that if we have people calling $900 bikes "BSOs" perhaps we've reached the point of absurdity w/r/t snobbishness.

Just sayin'...

-- Sam
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-06-13, 09:45 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,284
Posted By Yosemite Sam

Thanks very much for the info and links. It is...

Thanks very much for the info and links. It is appreciated.

As for my current bike, there are a number of issues: I don't care for the swept-back "city" type bars. The frame is significantly...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-05-13, 05:29 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,284
Posted By Yosemite Sam

a) 19.5 to 20.5". b) No, but I have bought...

a) 19.5 to 20.5".
b) No, but I have bought shoes mailorder, when I specified the size. And guess what? They fit!

I do prefer going to my local shoe store, though, much as I prefer going to my...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-05-13, 05:26 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,284
Posted By Yosemite Sam

Oh, I've been reading about BSOs, VSBs ("very...

Oh, I've been reading about BSOs, VSBs ("very slow bicycles"), and similar. I get it. No, even the $600 D-back isn't of the same build quality as the $1200 Trek, much less the $200 Schwinns and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-05-13, 12:32 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,284
Posted By Yosemite Sam

OK, but what about the first part of the post...

OK, but what about the first part of the post (mail-order bikes and their service)?

-- Sam
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-05-13, 11:04 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,284
Posted By Yosemite Sam

Acquiring and Servicing Non-LBS Bikes?

I'm in the market for a new city/hybrid/commuter bike. In my reading up on the subject I keep seeing recommendations for somewhat non-mainstream brands, or at least brands that don't appear in my...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-03-13, 10:35 AM
Replies: 27,137
Views: 3,130,826
Posted By Yosemite Sam

Rode to work today. 2 miles each way.

Rode to work today. 2 miles each way.
Forum: Pills and Ills
09-01-13, 05:06 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 25,347
Posted By Yosemite Sam

Results from TURP?

Thought I'd tag onto this topic instead of creating a new one.

I'm interested to hear from guys who have had a TURP procedure, as far as speed of healing and getting back on the bike again. Most...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-30-13, 11:37 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,063
Posted By Yosemite Sam

I admit I'm a fair weather rider, as well as a...

I admit I'm a fair weather rider, as well as a commuter. I don't like being wet all day, and rain gear is a pain to deal with at the office. Not to mention over-complicating the morning. We'll see...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-30-13, 03:39 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,063
Posted By Yosemite Sam

Yeah, but my LBS is claiming that Trek isn't...

Yeah, but my LBS is claiming that Trek isn't going to be putting the Soho on sale any time soon...

As for that "garage" thing... Yeah, I'm already there.

-- Sam
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-30-13, 03:12 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,063
Posted By Yosemite Sam

Oooh... That one has potential. Thanks! --...

Oooh... That one has potential. Thanks!

-- Sam
Forum: Introductions
08-30-13, 02:32 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 303
Posted By Yosemite Sam

Oh yeah, Honda Cubs, then the little 50cc trail...

Oh yeah, Honda Cubs, then the little 50cc trail bike, then the 125cc dirt bike...
And yes, I had a '86 BMW R-80, too. Very nice bike, and indeed, one that I regret parting with, too.

Thanks for...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-30-13, 02:27 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,063
Posted By Yosemite Sam

Convincing the SO...

Hi all,

I've got a real jones for a new bike. After a month of comparing, I even know the make and model I want.

Spouse says, quite reasonably, "Why don't you wait until next spring to buy it?...
Forum: Introductions
08-29-13, 10:13 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 303
Posted By Yosemite Sam

Howdy

Latest new guy here. Sam from Oregon. Been riding bikes since 1964. Yes, I had a Stingray. :) Also had one of the first Jeunet 10 speeds when those started getting popular. Have owned a few...
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