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03-19-12, 09:46 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 10,400
Posted By PatKendall

I pulled the trigger! Got San Marcos! (Rivendell...

I pulled the trigger! Got San Marcos! (Rivendell design.)

Thanks so much for all of your input. It was truly helpful in making a decision. I was actually going to wait to get in a few more rides...
03-05-12, 08:59 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,356
Posted By PatKendall

Not bike related, but one of my favorites is, "a...

Not bike related, but one of my favorites is, "a few fries short of a happy meal."
02-12-12, 09:02 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 4,373
Posted By PatKendall

Awesome! Congrats!

Awesome! Congrats!
02-05-12, 11:40 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 3,907
Posted By PatKendall

Another vote for the Garmin 500. I'd love...

Another vote for the Garmin 500. I'd love turn-by-turn, but the jump in price is well beyond what I'm willing to pay.
01-30-12, 10:12 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 10,400
Posted By PatKendall

Bill, If I'm reading it right, +28 degrees.

Bill, If I'm reading it right, +28 degrees.
01-28-12, 09:59 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,474
Posted By PatKendall

I'm nearly 64. I've had great success with...

I'm nearly 64. I've had great success with SportLegs. I have to climb a couple of flights of stairs each day at work. I can tell a big difference the day after a long ride when I've used them. Best...
01-28-12, 09:57 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,474
Posted By PatKendall

I'm nearly 64. I've had great success with Sport...

I'm nearly 64. I've had great success with Sport Legs. I have to climb a couple of flights of stairs each day at work. I can tell a big difference the day after a long ride. For me, the Sport Legs...
01-28-12, 09:49 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,765
Posted By PatKendall

Trust me, you don't want to do this! :eek: ...

Trust me, you don't want to do this! :eek:

http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php/793127-Never-Challenge-a-Cycling-Chick
01-28-12, 09:39 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 10,400
Posted By PatKendall

An update for anyone interested... I put a...

An update for anyone interested...

I put a new stem on the Roubaix. This puts my bars up a little higher with a tad shorter reach. Have ridden twice and like the feel. It will be later in the...
01-26-12, 02:30 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 10,400
Posted By PatKendall

I just got an email from Keven @ Riv. He...

I just got an email from Keven @ Riv. He suggested a 63 for me in the AHH. Says he rides an AHH 63 and his PBH is 89. Also indicated there was no problem with standover height.

AzTall, you...
01-26-12, 11:04 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 10,400
Posted By PatKendall

Wow. I'm a shade over 6', nearly 64yo, 190#, and...

Wow. I'm a shade over 6', nearly 64yo, 190#, and my PBH is 90cm. If I'm reading info on Riv's site correctly, it looks like they would generally recommend a 61-63cm frame for us:
...
01-26-12, 09:00 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 10,400
Posted By PatKendall

Hangtown & Curdog, That is fascinating. My...

Hangtown & Curdog,

That is fascinating. My fitted Specialized Roubaix is a 58. On Riv's web site they recommend a 60 Sam, and Riv confirmed this by phone. I can't help but wonder if the federal...
01-24-12, 11:42 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 10,400
Posted By PatKendall

Wow. Thanks. Hard to imagine that a bike that...

Wow. Thanks. Hard to imagine that a bike that much larger was a fit for you, but if I'm reading you right it worked.

I think your last paragraph describes exactly where I am probably headed....
01-24-12, 11:36 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 10,400
Posted By PatKendall

Thanks! That's what I like about "support...

Thanks! That's what I like about "support groups." Helps you realize you're not crazy--or that you're not the only one who's crazy! :D
01-24-12, 10:02 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 10,400
Posted By PatKendall

Some conclusions I'm coming to as I think through...

Some conclusions I'm coming to as I think through all this:

-I'm going to keep working with the Roubaix (which I love) until I'm convinced I've pushed the fit to make it as comfortable as...
01-23-12, 10:30 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 10,400
Posted By PatKendall

Thanks for the help and perspective on the the...

Thanks for the help and perspective on the the shifters.

The LBS just ordered a stem for my Roubaix to put me up a little higher. $60...about what the older style Nitto stems sell for. Either way,...
01-23-12, 10:19 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 10,400
Posted By PatKendall

That's helpful. Thanks. When I talked to Riv,...

That's helpful. Thanks. When I talked to Riv, they told me they could outfit the bike with brifters, but it would "defeat the purpose." I take it that's about reliability, simplicity, cost, etc. of...
01-20-12, 10:08 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 10,400
Posted By PatKendall

Congrats on the Sam. Glad it's working out for...

Congrats on the Sam. Glad it's working out for you. Just curious about the bar end shifters. Now that you've gotten used to them, do you prefer them over the STI type? Are you comfortable with them...
01-20-12, 10:03 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 10,400
Posted By PatKendall

AzTallRider and stapfam, I went by the bike shop...

AzTallRider and stapfam, I went by the bike shop today. They are going to continue to work with me on the Roubaix. I'm going to give the Roubaix as much time as I need. Thanks for your help!
01-20-12, 09:48 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,911
Posted By PatKendall

Actually I should have said I want to be just...

Actually I should have said I want to be just like you IF I grow up. :D
01-20-12, 10:35 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,911
Posted By PatKendall

I want to be just like you when I grow up!

I want to be just like you when I grow up!
01-20-12, 09:27 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 10,400
Posted By PatKendall

I finally had a chance to go to your blog. Great...

I finally had a chance to go to your blog. Great stuff. Beautiful bike. Thanks!

I'm a "overthinker" by nature. Actually I often enjoy the "chase" as much or more than the "catch." I'm lovin' all...
01-20-12, 09:22 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 10,400
Posted By PatKendall

Stamfam, that's interesting. To me it's...

Stamfam, that's interesting. To me it's counter-intuitive, though I have not doubt that its worked for you. Thanks for the input.

Let me ask this. If the fitting is done "right," is it safe to...
01-19-12, 02:51 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,166
Posted By PatKendall

The Velo Orange Rando frame is on sale right now...

The Velo Orange Rando frame is on sale right now for $500. Looks like a sweet deal.

http://store.velo-orange.com/index.php/frames/rando/rando.html
01-19-12, 01:30 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,911
Posted By PatKendall

You want me to ask a lady her age?!?! Just cuz I...

You want me to ask a lady her age?!?! Just cuz I ride a bike doesn't mean I have a death wish! :eek: You guys are a hoot!

:) Just a guess--12 to 15 years younger?
01-19-12, 09:56 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 10,400
Posted By PatKendall

Can't tell you how much I appreciate your posts....

Can't tell you how much I appreciate your posts. Been looking at stuff on the internet for weeks, but but this is much more helpful.

FYI, My rear end is extremely happy on my Brooks B17.
01-19-12, 09:37 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,911
Posted By PatKendall

Maybe it's more fun it you don't know who won....

Maybe it's more fun it you don't know who won. Here's my plaque. If you only knew how many miles were on hers... :D
01-18-12, 11:28 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,911
Posted By PatKendall

Here's the cycling chick

Here's the photo you asked for...her husband--a good friend (left), me (center) and the "cycling chick"--a great lady.

I can't believe you would assume I lost!
01-18-12, 04:33 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 10,400
Posted By PatKendall

Hey! We only need "one more!" Right? ...

Hey! We only need "one more!" Right?

Nashville is three hours (by car). Well worth exploring. Thanks!
01-18-12, 03:01 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 10,400
Posted By PatKendall

Thanks for the thoughts on core strength,...

Thanks for the thoughts on core strength, chiropractors, raising the bars, etc. I'm not familiar with the Retul fitting system, but I'll see if that's available in my area.

Yes, my thought was to...
01-18-12, 10:52 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,911
Posted By PatKendall

Never Challenge a Cycling Chick

Here's an article I wrote for our Memphis Hightailers' newsletter. Thought my fellow "old guys" might enjoy it.


Never Challenge a Cycling Chick

I'm an old guy (I'll hit 64 in March) and a...
01-18-12, 10:43 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 10,400
Posted By PatKendall

Is a Rivendell Sam Hillborne a good choice for me?

I’m mid-60s, 190 pounds and just finished my second year of riding. 2700 miles year one on a hybrid. 4200 miles this past year on a Specialized Roubaix Comp Triple. Most of my rides are alone on...
01-17-12, 09:16 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,166
Posted By PatKendall

I've been looking for the same thing and haven't...

I've been looking for the same thing and haven't come up with anything that really scratches me where I itch. You might look at the Salsa Casserole. Similar geometry. Designed for light touring....
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