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Old 12-07-22, 02:47 PM
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Originally Posted by davester
Wow, kudos to you for embarking on such an adventure. I've dreamed of such a thing, though more likely in southern France since I don't speak Italian. The wife would be unlikely to agree to it though.
I hear French ladies are very sophisticated
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Originally Posted by Barrettscv
I hear French ladies are very sophisticated
Avec certitude!..but don't mention this to my wife.
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Old 12-13-22, 05:55 PM
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Since my college days I have used steep hills to get a good workout in a shorter period of time. I can get my heart rate up and keep it up easily on a grade and no issues with wind when grinding up a hill.
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Old 12-15-22, 10:18 PM
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Chainring is 42, cassette is 52, riding on 32c Michelin Power Roads
CORRECTION

40 and 50
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