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04-25-24, 10:32 AM
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Posted By t2p

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wide track is not just a slogan :)
04-25-24, 09:18 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 514
Posted By t2p

I’ve ridden a fair amount on 32mm - 40mm tires...

I’ve ridden a fair amount on 32mm - 40mm tires on mixed surfaces including a fair amount on packed smooth limestone

I prefer the wider tires

you will hear / read comments that you can use...
04-25-24, 09:12 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 258
Posted By t2p

ughhhh :( mrs t2p had cracked / broken...

ughhhh :(

mrs t2p had cracked / broken ribs - full recovery took a number of weeks … couple of months … ?
04-24-24, 11:57 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 867
Posted By t2p

The Stockdale Paradox ...

The Stockdale Paradox

https://youtu.be/-LEAPcjq2wI?si=cYOT3qSD2i4Qkvbp

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Forum: Road Cycling
04-24-24, 09:53 PM
Replies: 1,556
Views: 29,365
Posted By t2p

it is apparent - obvious - the car does not want...

it is apparent - obvious - the car does not want to part with you

#keeptheS2000
04-24-24, 07:22 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 340
Posted By t2p

we carry some first aid items - including...

we carry some first aid items - including bandages and advil and tylenol

they can be a big asset in the event of a bad crash / injury especially when far from a medical professional / facility
Forum: Road Cycling
04-24-24, 10:35 AM
Replies: 1,556
Views: 29,365
Posted By t2p

Starling Marte … name from the past … not...

Starling Marte … name from the past …

not one of my fav Pirates (at the time) … impressive physical attributes - but had a swing that resembled someone chopping wood and especially prone to...
04-24-24, 09:59 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 766
Posted By t2p

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04-23-24, 08:02 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 302
Posted By t2p

been a while since I got a close look at an early...

been a while since I got a close look at an early 90’s Schwinn cross - but I believe they were equipped with 700 x 38 tires (?)

Panaracer Gravel King SS (SS semi slick ; not the slick version) in...
04-23-24, 10:28 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 867
Posted By t2p

again - this was probably mentioned earlier (in...

again - this was probably mentioned earlier (in this thread and / or previous threads)

make sure you are properly hydrated

and make sure your cadence is appropriate … you are spinning well …
04-23-24, 09:28 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 867
Posted By t2p

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we do coffee / tea stops also … and of course ice cream

there is a...
04-23-24, 09:03 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 867
Posted By t2p

(this might have been mentioned earlier (in this...

(this might have been mentioned earlier (in this thread or previous threads)

different bike rides (roads, bike paths, etc) can also be a big plus … actually almost certainly will

I’ve found...
04-23-24, 08:18 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 867
Posted By t2p

^^^^ this

^^^^
this
04-23-24, 08:17 AM
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Views: 867
Posted By t2p

^^^^ this

^^^^
this
04-23-24, 08:15 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 867
Posted By t2p

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04-22-24, 11:07 PM
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Posted By t2p

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04-22-24, 11:04 PM
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Posted By t2p

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Forum: Road Cycling
04-22-24, 05:20 PM
Replies: 1,556
Views: 29,365
Posted By t2p

I thought the Bach organ festival was the big...

I thought the Bach organ festival was the big draw in the summer ?

smh
Forum: Road Cycling
04-22-24, 05:09 PM
Replies: 1,556
Views: 29,365
Posted By t2p

your ship will need a captain ...

your ship will need a captain

https://youtu.be/fvOPucs7dC0?si=lGSmFl1OqA-N7vp7

( borrowed from big john )

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04-22-24, 09:39 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 1,446
Posted By t2p

I had two early 90’s Cannondale road bikes - R400...

I had two early 90’s Cannondale road bikes - R400 and R800 / 900

the R400 was a 7 speed - the R800 / 900 was a 8 speed

first thing I did to the drivetrain was to change the rear cassette to a...
04-22-24, 09:15 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,222
Posted By t2p

’same as it ever was’ ...

’same as it ever was’

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04-22-24, 08:42 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 642
Posted By t2p

they actually have less movement

they actually have less movement
04-21-24, 11:22 AM
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Views: 129
Posted By t2p

have these links in my notes : Lefty...

have these links in my notes :


Lefty Oliver


https://www.cannondale-parts.de/WebRoot/Store20/Shops/61764971/5649/C8C7/9E2B/0F7D/A057/C0A8/2AB8/1EAF/LeftyOliver.pdf
Forum: Road Cycling
04-20-24, 11:06 AM
Replies: 1,556
Views: 29,365
Posted By t2p

don’t forget the biting #goodtimes

don’t forget the biting

#goodtimes
Forum: Road Cycling
04-20-24, 11:02 AM
Replies: 1,556
Views: 29,365
Posted By t2p

ahhh … the joys of daycare … ...

ahhh … the joys of daycare …

#beentheredonethat

if it makes you feel any better - mrs t2p sister remained home with her kiddos and they had more ailments (including ear infections) than the...
04-20-24, 10:40 AM
Replies: 117
Views: 3,735
Posted By t2p

that bike is sweet - it (and you) deserves a set...

that bike is sweet - it (and you) deserves a set of Conti GP5K’s … with or without tubes
04-20-24, 10:16 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,222
Posted By t2p

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04-20-24, 12:56 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,175
Posted By t2p

are you close to Covington ?

are you close to Covington ?
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Posted By t2p

Kona over the Fuji if that Paramount was...

Kona over the Fuji

if that Paramount was priced around $200 - that is a sweet deal - the frame / fork alone are worth that (and more)

the Paramount is the best bike of the three - but the Kona...
04-19-24, 06:29 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,222
Posted By t2p

Colorado Cyclist was also my go to - including...

Colorado Cyclist was also my go to - including wheelsets
Forum: Road Cycling
04-19-24, 06:22 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 886
Posted By t2p

I don’t believe Gorilla Tape is avail in sheets -...

I don’t believe Gorilla Tape is avail in sheets - but this stuff is :

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Forum: Road Cycling
04-19-24, 01:51 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,289
Posted By t2p

all the disadvantages of a triple - and basically...

all the disadvantages of a triple - and basically none of the advantages

the low gear is not low enough - the high gear not high enough

the tight spacing of the cassette is largely of dubious...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-18-24, 09:37 AM
Replies: 1,556
Views: 29,365
Posted By t2p

saved by the foam ! whew …

saved by the foam ! whew …
04-18-24, 09:22 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,104
Posted By t2p

I believe the jalapeño peppers will cancel out...

I believe the jalapeño peppers will cancel out all the bad - but don’t trust this advice because I have not lodged at a Holiday Inn :)

but regardless - not to worry - arrow is pointing up

you...
04-18-24, 08:55 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,104
Posted By t2p

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04-18-24, 01:03 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 987
Posted By t2p

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Forum: Road Cycling
04-16-24, 11:22 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,041
Posted By t2p

I use Minoura (alloy) - King (titanium) - and...

I use Minoura (alloy) - King (titanium) - and Enve (composite) cages

( Enve cage is 18g )

you might like the Enve cage

I use Specialized Purist bottles primarily (different sizes including...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-16-24, 10:51 AM
Replies: 1,556
Views: 29,365
Posted By t2p

one morning we spotted a dead / torn up raccoon...

one morning we spotted a dead / torn up raccoon in the back of our property - neighbor said probably a coyote … mrs t2p not thrilled to hear this - especially with two little t2p’s at the time … ...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-16-24, 10:39 AM
Replies: 1,556
Views: 29,365
Posted By t2p

expect the corporate lawyers from camelbak and...

expect the corporate lawyers from camelbak and dakine and osprey (and whomever) to come calling if you insist on using ‘camelbak’ indiscriminately !

ice cubes should not be a problem - recall some...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-16-24, 08:34 AM
Replies: 1,556
Views: 29,365
Posted By t2p

too much ice cream at a mid point rest stop...

too much ice cream at a mid point rest stop during one ride - then had trouble consuming enough water during the return ride and was dehydrated :(
Forum: Road Cycling
04-16-24, 08:31 AM
Replies: 1,556
Views: 29,365
Posted By t2p

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big fan of manual

have a smaller ‘compact’ model - but this larger size...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-16-24, 08:01 AM
Replies: 1,556
Views: 29,365
Posted By t2p

but … is it Wawa … or Sheetz … ???

but … is it Wawa … or Sheetz … ???
Forum: Road Cycling
04-16-24, 08:00 AM
Replies: 1,556
Views: 29,365
Posted By t2p

Continental might be an option … Race King …...

Continental might be an option … Race King … Cross King … or maybe Terra Trail .. ?

Schwalbe also …can’t recall the models / names … I believe one of the Schwalbe off road tiree is among the...
04-16-24, 07:48 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 674
Posted By t2p

the availabilty / selection of quality...

the availabilty / selection of quality lightweight 1 1/8 / 31.8 threadless stems is greater … much greater … including riser stems
04-16-24, 05:32 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,469
Posted By t2p

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not sure if it is conventional wisdom - ? - but it is the case

the GK SS...
04-15-24, 09:12 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 2,262
Posted By t2p

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04-15-24, 09:01 PM
Replies: 5,344
Views: 844,509
Posted By t2p

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04-15-24, 08:59 PM
Replies: 5,344
Views: 844,509
Posted By t2p

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04-15-24, 07:58 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,620
Posted By t2p

not a fan of the seat if it has a hump (or...

not a fan of the seat if it has a hump (or whatever) near the front
04-15-24, 05:51 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,087
Posted By t2p

I have a fair amount of time on 35mm tires …...

I have a fair amount of time on 35mm tires … primarily smooth stuff …

but prefer > 35 mm … so 38 - 42 mm or so …
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