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05-16-23, 09:42 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,520
Posted By sirjag

wow, he taught me a thing or two since...

wow, he taught me a thing or two since joining....this makes me sad
09-13-22, 12:49 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 331
Posted By sirjag

thanks again everyone....i think we are gonna...

thanks again everyone....i think we are gonna just buy new, and get the next frame size up!

JAG
09-13-22, 12:01 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 331
Posted By sirjag

thanks Freeranger! i think you may be right

thanks Freeranger! i think you may be right
09-13-22, 11:48 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 331
Posted By sirjag

she currently has 8sp... would like the 11sp...

she currently has 8sp...
would like the 11sp 105, or 10sp

i assume there will be a clearance issue since rear hub is 8sp currently...
09-13-22, 11:28 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 331
Posted By sirjag

Thanks for the replies guys! icemilkcoffee,...

Thanks for the replies guys!

icemilkcoffee, sure ill post some after work!

I'm trying to understand if the what she rides already is compatible with upgrading to 105 set....i'm working the...
09-13-22, 11:03 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 331
Posted By sirjag

if this was a 105 i'd agree with you, mine have...

if this was a 105 i'd agree with you, mine have near that and still going quite strong...
09-13-22, 11:02 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 331
Posted By sirjag

fair enough...my rear gears are very worn, need...

fair enough...my rear gears are very worn, need replacement. The chair rings (front sprockets) ARE worn, and initial build quality was suspect, had a slight lateral kink, prolly contributing to the...
09-13-22, 10:55 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 331
Posted By sirjag

Upgrade a Liv bike

Hello everyone,
My wife has this bike:
https://www.liv-cycling.com/us/avail-ar-3

after about 5k miles the and three new chains i'm to the point where i need to replace the crank and gears.
...
06-30-22, 01:24 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,551
Posted By sirjag

thanks! was curious b/c read a thread here...

thanks! was curious b/c read a thread here recently that said attempt to coast = crashing/destroyed knees! was trying to visualize that...this guy just moved feet off pedals...
06-30-22, 11:07 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,551
Posted By sirjag

Video of coasting on fixed gear (attempted)

Trying to find a video of someone just trying to coast on fixed gear bike at speed....google not being friendly today...anyone share a link of the chaos that would ensue? I'm having trouble...
11-03-20, 10:31 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 824
Posted By sirjag

Sir, thank you so much for all this detail. Ill...

Sir, thank you so much for all this detail. Ill share with my wife and come back with more questions I am sure. Again, thanks for speaking up, nice to know she is not alone.

Jag
Forum: Road Cycling
09-21-20, 04:29 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,587
Posted By sirjag

thanks guys...pretty much what i figured... ...

thanks guys...pretty much what i figured...

JAG
Forum: Road Cycling
09-21-20, 01:55 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,587
Posted By sirjag

glasses/shades inside helmet strap

Why is this an issue? And is it true that in sanctioned racing events (TDF) you can get an infraction for this?

Me personally, my MIPS helmet straps come out about 1-2 inches from the side of my...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-14-20, 10:01 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 13,461
Posted By sirjag

I have the Giant Contend SL1 with 105s, carbon...

I have the Giant Contend SL1 with 105s, carbon fork, disc, internal cable routing....but its AL frame...having never ridden a carbon bike...can anyone tell me what i'm missing? The contend is my...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-07-20, 03:44 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,785
Posted By sirjag

So ive been using a think bar around 90min into a...

So ive been using a think bar around 90min into a ride (2.5-3.0hrs total time), and that helped me a bunch. i noticed that was very tired post ride and felt like i couldnt even walk around all that...
09-07-20, 09:01 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,862
Posted By sirjag

resting is 42-46bpm, when i meditate in my...

resting is 42-46bpm, when i meditate in my morning meetings at work (input not needed, presence is required), i can focus and get it to 35-37bpm. When i get routine labs done and they check my...
09-07-20, 08:55 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 824
Posted By sirjag

Any stage 4 CKD people here? (or post transplant)

Any stage 4 CKD people here? (or post transplant)Hello All,
My wife is currently stage 4 CKD. Her GFR varies between 15-19. We were supposed to get a transplant from her Father this past April but...
09-06-20, 08:30 AM
08-23-20, 03:58 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 9,771
Posted By sirjag

Thanks guys!

Thanks guys!
08-23-20, 02:55 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 9,771
Posted By sirjag

This is a health concern or something else sir? ...

This is a health concern or something else sir? The auto Zone stuff is non chlorinated, i actually scratched my head at that...didnt see any other bottles advertising chlorine...

JAG
08-23-20, 02:04 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 9,771
Posted By sirjag

I use the spray cleaner from Auto Zone. ...

I use the spray cleaner from Auto Zone.
https://www.autozone.com/brake-and-power-steering-fluid-additives/brake-cleaner/autozone-azp-10ulv-voc-brake-parts-cleaner-aerosol-spray-14oz/209578_0_0

...
08-17-20, 12:15 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,425
Posted By sirjag

good read thanks for sharing sir. JAG

good read thanks for sharing sir.

JAG
08-16-20, 03:05 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,943
Posted By sirjag

Hi Sir, question: when you say "moderate...

Hi Sir, question: when you say "moderate intensity" do you mean the Z1-Z5 bands calculated by your max heart rate? as shown here on one of my recent rides?...
08-16-20, 03:02 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,079
Posted By sirjag

What about the THINK bars guys?? found them last...

What about the THINK bars guys?? found them last year and am hooked! 20+g of protein and no added sugar. They seem to work really well for me.

https://thinkproducts.com/en-us/


JAG
08-16-20, 02:58 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 741
Posted By sirjag

Thought i'd bump this thread again and see if...

Thought i'd bump this thread again and see if anyone out there has some cycling with CKD (chronic kidney disease) stories or tips to share.

JAG
08-02-20, 05:10 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,134
Posted By sirjag

Same, here. I'm 200lbs I take 4 x 24oz...

Same, here.

I'm 200lbs
I take 4 x 24oz bottles and drink them all on a 45mile ride. I lose 5 lbs in total weight comparing pre and post...so that tells me the 100oz water plus my 5lbs = 10-11...
08-02-20, 04:45 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 741
Posted By sirjag

Any stage 4 CKD people here? (or post transplant)

Hello All,
My wife is currently stage 4 CKD. Her GFR varies between 15-19. We were supposed to get a transplant from her Father this past April but Covid has squashed that completely until next...
07-26-20, 04:10 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,189
Posted By sirjag

Wishing you the best Jessica! hope all is well...

Wishing you the best Jessica! hope all is well with you.

JAG
07-20-20, 02:11 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 7,464
Posted By sirjag

What a motivating and helpful thread! Welcome...

What a motivating and helpful thread! Welcome Wrecks! I joined here almost 2yrs ago now, started doing 5-7miles at a time and avg 10-13mph for many months. This year I'm up to 2-4x rides per week...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-14-20, 05:10 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,480
Posted By sirjag

what did i just see...you were on your bike, for...

what did i just see...you were on your bike, for that short a loop for 400miles???!!

JAG
Forum: Road Cycling
07-08-20, 10:23 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,021
Posted By sirjag

OMG Jim! This is the first post Ive ever seen...

OMG Jim! This is the first post Ive ever seen you make that didnt confuse the hell out of me! Nice!

JAG
07-07-20, 04:59 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 16,007
Posted By sirjag

shut up.....surly you jest sir??

shut up.....surly you jest sir??
07-07-20, 04:45 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 16,007
Posted By sirjag

eh maybe...more likely the leg humppers will...

eh maybe...more likely the leg humppers will scare them all off.....But what do i know?> I'm 15yrs married!

JAG
Forum: Road Cycling
06-22-20, 04:12 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 991
Posted By sirjag

I have same issue as OP.....but its totally the...

I have same issue as OP.....but its totally the allergies and massive bong rips prior to ridding!

JAG
06-18-20, 04:42 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 620
Posted By sirjag

Looks like the front is the leveling and then the...

Looks like the front is the leveling and then the rear you tighten after you set the front overall not that difficult.

jag
06-18-20, 03:35 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 620
Posted By sirjag

Liv avail seat

New bike for the wife I haven’t seen see adjustment bolts like this anyone familiar?

...
06-14-20, 09:40 AM
Replies: 188
Views: 24,734
Posted By sirjag

This is me right here. Wanted the nicer 105s,...

This is me right here. Wanted the nicer 105s, only able to get on the AL on the giant contend...Never ridden an CF, no clue what I am missing. But on my third year of riding i see performance games...
06-12-20, 04:48 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 883
Posted By sirjag

Tried. its oval. 24x30mm

Tried.

its oval. 24x30mm
06-12-20, 04:29 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 883
Posted By sirjag

nope. ...

nope.


https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/image_6662ea5d94d203cfec356128f82eb395a503846a.jpg
Saw tooth only on the larger bottom piece.
06-12-20, 02:47 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 883
Posted By sirjag

holy moly. Checking... (Sidenote: I love...

holy moly. Checking...

(Sidenote: I love this forums you guys are the best)
06-12-20, 12:29 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 883
Posted By sirjag

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/image_97bc503173c71d21e5a96a28081b6bb240f7808c.jpg...
06-12-20, 12:24 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 883
Posted By sirjag

I don’t have any hand or wrist pain as it is ...

I don’t have any hand or wrist pain as it is

I was just trying to get my ass far enough back that I can very lightly touch the bars and still maintain balance. In the drops. Or hoods.
06-12-20, 12:22 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 883
Posted By sirjag

steel. And it’s the giant defuse post I haven’t...

steel. And it’s the giant defuse post I haven’t found anything on the market that will fit and giant doesn’t make a post with further set back
06-12-20, 11:45 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 883
Posted By sirjag

Set back (seat)

Is this ok? This is where I need to be to have my balance and knee cap over pedal that I want.

dangerous?

jag...
06-09-20, 05:20 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,833
Posted By sirjag

I have the recessive GINGER gene. No shades is...

I have the recessive GINGER gene. No shades is completely not an option for me. I use a head band and when i start to feel it filling up i push my helmet to the side of my head and squeegee it all...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-25-20, 01:54 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 9,829
Posted By sirjag

Im sorry your struggling sir. I hope you find a...

Im sorry your struggling sir. I hope you find a job soon.

JAG
Forum: Road Cycling
05-25-20, 10:38 AM
Replies: 103
Views: 9,877
Posted By sirjag

Hello Dr., Can you explain this chart to me? ...

Hello Dr.,
Can you explain this chart to me?

JAG
Forum: Road Cycling
05-25-20, 09:05 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 9,829
Posted By sirjag

hello buddy, my wife was same way. We use...

hello buddy, my wife was same way. We use LIFE360 for the whole family, free and very accurate.

JAG
Forum: Commuting
05-18-20, 04:49 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,463
Posted By sirjag

my company having same issue here in...

my company having same issue here in Austin...employees eat in their car, and come back with temps due to that....they have now raised the threshold to 100F to be considered fever.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-18-20, 02:57 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 7,187
Posted By sirjag

Nice bike my man. Contratz! I have a very...

Nice bike my man. Contratz! I have a very similar bike, a 2018 Giant Contend SL1 Disc. Got about 2K miles on it, purchased in June 2019. Prior to that I had a Walmart $150 hybrid Schwinn. ...
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