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Forum: Road Cycling
01-10-24, 09:00 PM
Replies: 12,296
Views: 231,581
Posted By palesaint

Very sorry to hear that..... last I asked about...

Very sorry to hear that..... last I asked about her in Feb 2021 you said She's watching her favourite Canadian detective show right now. ... hope she's still doing that.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-31-21, 10:37 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 5,029
Posted By palesaint

Choosing to not ride enough. Worst decision...

Choosing to not ride enough. Worst decision ever.........
Forum: Road Cycling
06-22-21, 08:19 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 10,951
Posted By palesaint

Federal Everythingbutcarbonbikes Association

Federal Everythingbutcarbonbikes Association
Forum: Road Cycling
02-05-21, 09:07 PM
Replies: 11,666
Views: 480,242
Posted By palesaint

Thanks for the update, just hadn't heard anything...

Thanks for the update, just hadn't heard anything from her in awhile. ::cheers::
Forum: Road Cycling
02-05-21, 08:59 PM
Replies: 11,666
Views: 480,242
Posted By palesaint

Whatever happened to Ramona?

Whatever happened to Ramona?
Forum: Road Cycling
01-12-21, 08:51 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,502
Posted By palesaint

Electric bike technology. Eventually they'll...

Electric bike technology.

Eventually they'll make it from the portly bikes currently out with 50 mile range to some featherlight that will do 200 miles on a charge. Just wait, it'll happen!
Forum: Road Cycling
12-24-20, 06:36 PM
Replies: 11,492
Views: 487,160
Posted By palesaint

That's me. 6', 170-175. I am an absolute pudge....

That's me. 6', 170-175. I am an absolute pudge. 10 years ago (So, 38 then) I was 145. Got extra padding everywhere now with even extra around the gut. ::wah::
Forum: Road Cycling
09-22-17, 09:24 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 3,809
Posted By palesaint

I like all the commonsense replies offered in...

I like all the commonsense replies offered in this thread so far, but there might be times when seeing not quite to the horizon might apply:

Extreme headwind
Trying to catch back onto a group...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-06-16, 09:10 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 7,534
Posted By palesaint

Good point. Thought it was a drop-in groupset for...

Good point. Thought it was a drop-in groupset for mountain bikes. Wonder if frames have to be modified...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-06-16, 09:09 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 7,534
Posted By palesaint

Hey, weight wienies have a voice too. Whoever...

Hey, weight wienies have a voice too. Whoever wants to break into the illustrious realm of road biking needs to be able to suit all consumers- especially those with deep pockets.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-06-16, 09:02 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 7,534
Posted By palesaint

As a new groupset, or will they slap this "X01...

As a new groupset, or will they slap this "X01 Eagle" setup on a cross bike? If it's a new groupset will they keep it 1x12 or add an extra crankset gear?
Forum: Road Cycling
08-06-16, 09:00 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 7,534
Posted By palesaint

Looks like 87 grams more than the XX1. For the...

Looks like 87 grams more than the XX1. For the extra pie-pan-sized 50tooth cog.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-06-16, 08:49 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 7,534
Posted By palesaint

Twelve speed - let's talk about it.

... And I'm not talking vintage 12 speed.

I actually did a search for discussion here about the inevitable 12 speed road bike drivetrain with few results. I thought the extra cog was a ways away...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
03-16-16, 07:25 AM
Replies: 5,908
Views: 558,501
Posted By palesaint

Thanks all for feedback. I've done multiple...

Thanks all for feedback. I've done multiple calibration spindowns with identical results. One thing I haven't done is check for firmware update. Will do that and report back!
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
03-15-16, 08:28 PM
Replies: 5,908
Views: 558,501
Posted By palesaint

Wahoo kickr snap question: I bought this smart...

Wahoo kickr snap question: I bought this smart trainer a couple months ago and enjoy it for the most part. Issue is that the resistance generated when just under target seems high. For instance if I...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-02-15, 06:55 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 5,885
Posted By palesaint

Sounds like all the OP is saying is: Most...

Sounds like all the OP is saying is:

Most people think they need to eat X amount of calories while riding, even if that ride is an hour or less.

He says you don't need to eat much, if anything,...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-27-15, 07:23 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,466
Posted By palesaint

(2) threaded + light head that screws onto them +...

(2) threaded + light head that screws onto them + a few Parks patches
Forum: Road Cycling
04-21-15, 08:50 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,451
Posted By palesaint

Road bike, I've never had a wreck (knock of...

Road bike, I've never had a wreck (knock of wood). It helps that I ride defensively and not like a maniac.

Mountain bike is a different story. Couple good wrecks a year. It never feels good, but...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-21-15, 08:46 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,775
Posted By palesaint

^^ Agreed on Elite. I've got a couple of the...

^^ Agreed on Elite. I've got a couple of the mejio race and they are doing great.

Elite Mejio Race Cage - Nashbar Exclusive (http://www.nashbar.com/bikes/Product_10053_10052_543009_-1)
Forum: Road Cycling
04-18-15, 10:55 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,396
Posted By palesaint

I think you mean Vittoria Rubino Pro. I have been...

I think you mean Vittoria Rubino Pro. I have been impressed with Vittoria so far. I got a new bike with Zaffiro Pro tires and have a few hundred miles on them. No flats and tires still look almost...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-06-15, 05:49 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 630
Posted By palesaint

The bike you mentioned at your LBS sounds like a...

The bike you mentioned at your LBS sounds like a good one. Having a bike that fits you properly is the most important part of a good bicycle. Check to see if the shop will do a comprehensive fit with...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-04-15, 11:57 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,909
Posted By palesaint

Funny! But.... ****

Funny! But....

****
Forum: Road Cycling
02-23-15, 01:21 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,013
Posted By palesaint

In general, it is colder and drier this time of...

In general, it is colder and drier this time of year. Do plenty of steam/mist breathing and take 800-1200mg of guaifenesin daily to loosen mucus. I am a huge fan of nasal irrigation for decreasing...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-17-15, 12:12 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 10,343
Posted By palesaint

I'm still on my original set of SRAM cables....

I'm still on my original set of SRAM cables. Really good stuff, but installed in early 2008. Seven years later, ~ 28,000 miles, mostly dry sunny rides.

I should really consider changing them.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-06-15, 08:46 AM
Replies: 3,816
Views: 171,748
Posted By palesaint

Hey HP, Has anyone mentioned Mio as yet another...

Hey HP, Has anyone mentioned Mio as yet another alternative to Garmin?

Cyclo 3.0" WIFI - Mio (http://eu.mio.com/en_eu/bicycle-navigation.htm)

I purchased their cheapest model, the 105, for...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-01-15, 09:21 AM
Replies: 3,816
Views: 171,748
Posted By palesaint

Happy New Year all! We were down and out before...

Happy New Year all! We were down and out before 11pm, but that's later than I usually stay up.

My New Year's resolution is to post a bit more here. I'm a long-time lurker and hope to give back to...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-24-14, 05:45 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,612
Posted By palesaint

Leaving the high mountains tomorrow, heading down...

Leaving the high mountains tomorrow, heading down to Texas for five days. Hoping to ride three of them. I usually get a combined total of 100 miles. Can't wait - even if West Texas has boring...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-06-14, 09:32 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,901
Posted By palesaint

What limits you? If you are pedaling as hard as...

What limits you? If you are pedaling as hard as you can but just can't break a certain speed, this indicates lack of strength. If you are trying to pedal faster, but are just gasping for air and...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-06-14, 12:50 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 8,624
Posted By palesaint

What is that wrapped around the seat post?

What is that wrapped around the seat post?
Forum: Road Cycling
09-03-14, 03:24 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,666
Posted By palesaint

If my cadence drops below ~ 50-60RPM I tend to...

If my cadence drops below ~ 50-60RPM I tend to get out of the saddle. I must be one of those "uses 25% more energy standing vs. sitting" though, because I cannot seem to stand on the peddles for long...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-19-14, 02:12 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 6,226
Posted By palesaint

"At 7 pounds (3.2kg) the Ultimate is easily the...

"At 7 pounds (3.2kg) the Ultimate is easily the heaviest and most stable floor pump ever made."

One of the ONLY times you will see a cycling product praised for its extreme weight.

Regardless,...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-23-14, 01:08 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,889
Posted By palesaint

Just pace yourself, drink and eat often. You will...

Just pace yourself, drink and eat often. You will be fine.

I've done the Mt Evans climb in Colorado. Starts at 8000ft, ends at a little over 14,000. I was starting to get pretty lightheaded at...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-19-14, 06:00 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,170
Posted By palesaint

I spent 1.5 years in Florida recently and learned...

I spent 1.5 years in Florida recently and learned to enjoy riding in the rain quite a bit. Nice warm, soft rain typically. Not bad.

Now I am back up in the mountains (<7000 feet elevation). It is...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-11-14, 06:23 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,729
Posted By palesaint

You will get faster, it just takes time. Lots of...

You will get faster, it just takes time. Lots of time.

I started road riding a little over 8 years ago. Didn't ride smart, just as hard as I could. 2-3 hour ride, avg HR would be 160s, maybe...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-18-14, 12:41 PM
Replies: 137
Views: 10,738
Posted By palesaint

I bought a bike from bikesdirect for $400 back in...

I bought a bike from bikesdirect for $400 back in 2007. I rode it for a little over a year. It wasn't a bad bike, 22lbs or so with Sora components. I didn't mind riding it and got a good workout. The...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-11-13, 09:23 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,008
Posted By palesaint

I can speak a little to New Mexico. The couple...

I can speak a little to New Mexico. The couple segments of interstate are going to be a bit of a challenge. Less than ideal shoulders and 80MPH traffic. But it shouldn't be too bad. The other roads...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-17-13, 06:39 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 29,427
Posted By palesaint

As mentioned, you can't go wrong with just about...

As mentioned, you can't go wrong with just about any groupset, in terms of reliability and performance.

For touring, I would suggest SRAM Apex. Pulled from a review:

"... made up of a compact...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-07-13, 05:30 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,611
Posted By palesaint

I switched to new shoes that fit a bit better,...

I switched to new shoes that fit a bit better, but caused some pain along the tendon of my big toe due to the foot being positioned weird. I was able to pull out the insole and put in a sport insole...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-17-13, 12:12 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 8,674
Posted By palesaint

Or, don't even worry about the number. When you...

Or, don't even worry about the number. When you are at a comfortable cruising speed, notice your cadence. Try to increase the RPM by some perceived amount. Maybe 10%, or 20%. See how you feel. Keep...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-04-13, 12:11 PM
Replies: 8,445
Views: 276,626
Posted By palesaint

Long time listener, though I seldom post - THANK...

Long time listener, though I seldom post - THANK YOU for the laugh. What an hysterical PIR segment. Good show.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-28-13, 06:25 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,280
Posted By palesaint

^^ Highest public paved road is Mt. Evans, CO....

^^ Highest public paved road is Mt. Evans, CO. 14,000 feet and change.

It would be cool to do the challenge, just to see the country.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
02-07-13, 03:07 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,609
Posted By palesaint

Gotta agree with everyone: do a proper threshold...

Gotta agree with everyone: do a proper threshold test.

I'm having a hard time believing someone can peg out at 200 yet see their high-end climbing heart rate only reach 165 and general rolling HR...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-14-13, 07:13 AM
Replies: 6,304
Views: 228,773
Posted By palesaint

^^ RichinPeoria lives! That, or someone who...

^^ RichinPeoria lives!

That, or someone who also likes to post seductive food pics hacked his account.

Either way, good show.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-06-13, 02:43 PM
Replies: 6,304
Views: 228,773
Posted By palesaint

:popcorn

:popcorn
Forum: Road Cycling
01-01-13, 01:45 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,118
Posted By palesaint

You know winter is here when... the trainer...

You know winter is here when... the trainer starts looking good.

Ok, you have to have a few loose screws also.

And, in Florida - you know winter is here when you break out the long sleeve...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-09-12, 07:25 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 745
Posted By palesaint

Is your training plan part of a goal to become a...

Is your training plan part of a goal to become a professional cyclist? If so, missing weekly goals might be a pretty big deal.

For the other 99.999% of us, just having a goal is a good start....
Forum: Road Cycling
12-05-12, 07:22 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,250
Posted By palesaint

Keep the Cannondale. It will be an awesome...

Keep the Cannondale. It will be an awesome around-town bike. Throw some panniers on it to bring home groceries. This will increase the fredliness and make the bike a little less tempting to thieves....
Forum: Road Cycling
12-04-12, 12:33 PM
Replies: 6,056
Views: 203,512
Posted By palesaint

Very well said, couldn't agree more.

Very well said, couldn't agree more.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-10-12, 03:47 PM
Replies: 3,036
Views: 120,781
Posted By palesaint

you barely managed a 20mph average? do tell.

you barely managed a 20mph average? do tell.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-31-12, 06:46 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,428
Posted By palesaint

I think he was saying that his bike fit was...

I think he was saying that his bike fit was optimized for being in the drops. If you've got your saddle and handlebars set up such that you can comfortably get into a nice smooth aero position then...
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