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Forum: Road Cycling
03-31-23, 11:19 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 421
Posted By waters60

Beat me to it! My Super Six has much less...

Beat me to it! My Super Six has much less clearance than the Merckx as I found out😳my thumb got squished when it got grabbed. Lesson learned.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-06-23, 10:26 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 829
Posted By waters60

Last paragraph is spot on. I won’t allow myself...

Last paragraph is spot on. I won’t allow myself to go faster than the next stretch will safely allow. Even on roads I know well I won’t make what could be fatal assumptions. Cars pulling out of...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-03-23, 07:33 AM
Replies: 116
Views: 2,781
Posted By waters60

Bright lights and a mirror. Unfortunately, bike...

Bright lights and a mirror. Unfortunately, bike lanes, where they exist, tend to be where the debris from cars ends up, broken bottles etc., so I generally do not ride in them unless they are clean....
Forum: Road Cycling
12-28-22, 07:18 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,627
Posted By waters60

Exactly. There are plenty of laws on the books...

Exactly. There are plenty of laws on the books that should, theoretically, protect bike riders. Enforcement is a whole other matter.
As for helmets, I suspect the increase in e-bikes will lead to an...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-21-22, 04:23 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,481
Posted By waters60

Single up when traffic approaches from behind and...

Single up when traffic approaches from behind and conditions are safe for it to pass. Nothing pisses off drivers more than clueless riders riding two or three abreast while they cannot pass. This is...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-17-22, 01:50 PM
Replies: 172
Views: 5,054
Posted By waters60

Long way from corncob days😳

Long way from corncob days😳
Forum: Road Cycling
11-21-22, 02:40 PM
Replies: 120
Views: 3,566
Posted By waters60

I second that. Gel flasks are much easier to deal...

I second that. Gel flasks are much easier to deal with. Twist, squeeze, done. No need to tear off gel packs. Although I put GuGel Roctane gels in my flask, I assume it would be easy enough to put...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-12-22, 05:56 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,104
Posted By waters60

Who is this “ he “?!

Who is this “ he “?!
Forum: Road Cycling
06-24-22, 07:16 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 495
Posted By waters60

I agree they should supply a charging block with...

I agree they should supply a charging block with it since they explicitly say to not use a standard Apple charging block and so many people have more of those to spare that they will end up using...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-12-22, 04:54 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 5,254
Posted By waters60

I will try the PM & HR method. Maybe I can...

I will try the PM & HR method. Maybe I can quantify rolling resistance. Not super scientific but it would be interesting. Which variable do I want to keep constant? Guessing speed. I can do this on...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-28-22, 03:23 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 3,288
Posted By waters60

My Campy Bora freehub is so loud it works like a...

My Campy Bora freehub is so loud it works like a bell but an additional “ on your left “ makes sure.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-13-22, 02:06 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,284
Posted By waters60

Bought my first prescription sunglasses for...

Bought my first prescription sunglasses for riding but forgot the reading part! Bifocals are what you need.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-14-22, 09:23 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,152
Posted By waters60

Don’t wear socks that are too thick. You need a...

Don’t wear socks that are too thick. You need a little space to trap warmth.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-10-22, 04:33 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,276
Posted By waters60

Almost 30 years with a helmet mirror. I have nit...

Almost 30 years with a helmet mirror. I have nit used bar end mirrors but I like that with a helmet mirror I can scan a wide area behind me at a glance. Funny how when running I instinctively look up...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-02-22, 07:27 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,954
Posted By waters60

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Forum: Road Cycling
12-31-21, 10:15 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,954
Posted By waters60

Pushing through horrendous cramps at 57 miles and...

Pushing through horrendous cramps at 57 miles and 5,000’ into a 106 mile, 10,000’ + ride and actually feeling good at the end.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-31-21, 10:06 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,954
Posted By waters60

Pushing through horrendous cramps at 57 miles and...

Pushing through horrendous cramps at 57 miles and 5,000’ into a 106 mile, 10,000’ + ride and actually feeling good at the end.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-08-21, 04:51 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 4,053
Posted By waters60

I would substitute pitied fo humbled. So many of...

I would substitute pitied fo humbled. So many of my tri friends are divorced; it is no surprise. My mileage keeps me out of the house for 60 - 80 miles most Saturdays and Sundays, as well as time...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-18-21, 03:11 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,768
Posted By waters60

Trust nobody to make that determination. I always...

Trust nobody to make that determination. I always look both ways twice before going through an intersection.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-08-21, 03:47 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,539
Posted By waters60

https://www.competitivecyclist.com/giordana-fr-c-p...

https://www.competitivecyclist.com/giordana-fr-c-pro-bib-short-mens?cmp_id=EM_CC-OrderConfirm&utm_medium=email&utm_source=transactional&utm_campaign=CC-OrderConfirm

Rapha, Pearl Izumi, Sugoi;...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-25-21, 06:11 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 10,530
Posted By waters60

+1

+1
Forum: Road Cycling
04-19-21, 02:48 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,927
Posted By waters60

+1 on the Wiley glasses! What a huge difference...

+1 on the Wiley glasses! What a huge difference in the winter, and now during pollen season. The only problem is remembering to use the foam insert, as I don’t always use it. Stoplights and long...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-27-21, 06:57 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,071
Posted By waters60

Replacing a chain at 1500 miles? What do you...

Replacing a chain at 1500 miles?
What do you do to replace a chain at that mileage?!
Forum: Road Cycling
01-16-21, 10:31 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 5,034
Posted By waters60

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Forum: Road Cycling
12-22-20, 07:36 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,594
Posted By waters60

Campy Bora One from ProBikeKit @ $ 1562.00 ...

Campy Bora One from ProBikeKit @ $ 1562.00
Over your price but I love my Bora tubular disc wheels.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-05-20, 08:39 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 3,019
Posted By waters60

The problem with trying to analyze riders on the...

The problem with trying to analyze riders on the Angliru is that they were trying to conserve effort, knowing that even small accelerations could put them in danger of blowing up. Carthy’s agonized...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-01-20, 02:06 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,809
Posted By waters60

“I take a lane soon enough, and far left enough,...

“I take a lane soon enough, and far left enough, that only the stupidest people are ever going to try to pass. I do it when I know there is insufficient visibility for a car to see if the road ahead...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-01-20, 11:27 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,809
Posted By waters60

Get a mirror and just give it a try. It will take...

Get a mirror and just give it a try. It will take some getting used to but your comfort level and confidence will improve. The mirror ( in my estimation ) is a very important part of riding safely on...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-23-20, 06:56 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,591
Posted By waters60

Last weekend I was riding with a friend when a...

Last weekend I was riding with a friend when a pickup with a large trailer passed us safely 50 - 100 yards before a stoplight. My friend decided to pull up next to the pickup at the red light. I...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-09-20, 01:39 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 5,432
Posted By waters60

Don’t limit yourself to “ endurance “ bikes. I...

Don’t limit yourself to “ endurance “ bikes. I have a 2018 Cannondale Synapse. It is a great bike but I felt there was something missing. I got a 2020 Cannondale SuperSix and found the missing...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-02-20, 10:52 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 9,991
Posted By waters60

I see too many people with hips rocking side to...

I see too many people with hips rocking side to side. The advice of heel on the pedal is one I have used for years as a starting point, then adjust up or down from there. It is good advice because it...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-13-20, 06:09 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,049
Posted By waters60

I generally wait overnight for my freshly glued...

I generally wait overnight for my freshly glued tires to be ready. It’s been more than 30 years and never a problem.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-13-20, 07:18 AM
Replies: 270
Views: 17,317
Posted By waters60

Probably not this close! ...

Probably not this close!

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Forum: Road Cycling
07-06-20, 09:45 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,614
Posted By waters60

Actually speaking as a road rider for 40+ years....

Actually speaking as a road rider for 40+ years. I also know what works for me. Allowing a car to pass on a blind curve endangers me and one or potentially two cars. That said, nobody rides the white...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-06-20, 03:51 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,614
Posted By waters60

“ where you belong, on the side of the road...” ...

“ where you belong, on the side of the road...”
This sounds like advice from a driver, not a cyclist. “ where I belong “ is where I am safe. Although I don’t always use the FULL WIDTH of the lane I...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-30-20, 06:48 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 12,700
Posted By waters60

If you have a chance to ride both you can find...

If you have a chance to ride both you can find out. The Supersix is more responsive and a better climber. It is more fun.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-25-20, 07:25 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 7,660
Posted By waters60

My worst turned into my best. Just as the...

My worst turned into my best. Just as the coronavirus started ramping up but before we knew it would be an economic disaster I bought my 2020 Supersix. Fortunately architectural restoration is...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-11-20, 03:50 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,637
Posted By waters60

Funny how styrofoam lasts forever except in a...

Funny how styrofoam lasts forever except in a bike helmet, where it only lasts 2-3 years😳
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-01-20, 03:49 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,637
Posted By waters60

It is interesting that styrofoam, which is...

It is interesting that styrofoam, which is notorious for its ability to resist degradation, when used in a helmet goes bad in a few years😳
Forum: Road Cycling
05-30-20, 03:36 PM
Replies: 190
Views: 11,298
Posted By waters60

Humans with cell phones. It is 24/7 drunk driving.

Humans with cell phones. It is 24/7 drunk driving.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-17-20, 10:53 AM
Replies: 178
Views: 16,549
Posted By waters60

Let’s say I’m on a 67 mile, 6,000’ ride like...

Let’s say I’m on a 67 mile, 6,000’ ride like yesterday. I love riding and it puts me in a great mood. I pass some of these folks going the other way and say How ya doin? I get nothing from some, just...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-11-20, 07:52 AM
Replies: 408
Views: 23,115
Posted By waters60

Pity the cyclist who misses the sounds of a...

Pity the cyclist who misses the sounds of a hermit or wood thrush. It may just be me, but the bird sounds are my soundtrack to revel in. On long climbs beside streams the babbling is also a joy.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-10-20, 11:11 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,885
Posted By waters60

Wheels. It seems they are the best item to...

Wheels. It seems they are the best item to upgrade as they are often not as good as other components and are easier to replace.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-27-20, 07:24 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 8,239
Posted By waters60

Not vanity, but I love riding. It puts me in a...

Not vanity, but I love riding. It puts me in a good mood, the more the misery the better the mood. It baffles me seeing very serious types who look like they are not having any fun, the types who...
Forum: Indoor & Stationary Cycling Forum
11-02-19, 01:31 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 10,491
Posted By waters60

Looking at the way frames flex on trainers has...

Looking at the way frames flex on trainers has always given me pause and the fact that some manufacturers void warranties underscores my concerns. Forces with a bike restrained by a trainer are not...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-11-19, 08:01 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 11,879
Posted By waters60

Hate to rain on your bragfest, but I would have a...

Hate to rain on your bragfest, but I would have a hard time boasting about riding my Pinarello Dogma in Sri Lanka and eating jumbo shrimp. Maybe its just me but I would feel self conscious....
Forum: Road Cycling
10-03-19, 05:32 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,430
Posted By waters60

New bike should do the trick!

New bike should do the trick!
Forum: Road Cycling
07-28-19, 09:00 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 833
Posted By waters60

Roll it out to get your exact number, if Cateye...

Roll it out to get your exact number, if Cateye has a place ti put that number.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-04-19, 03:27 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,070
Posted By waters60

Bought my Ultegra Di2 Synapse last summer to...

Bought my Ultegra Di2 Synapse last summer to replace my beloved ‘92 Merckx Century. I have ridden Campy bikes since ‘75 and had been a loyal Campy customer, but finding a built Campg bike is...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-19-19, 08:51 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,440
Posted By waters60

I thought Bert Lahr was dead.

I thought Bert Lahr was dead.
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