What do you consider your greatest strength as a cyclist?
10-28-16, 01:50 AM
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For me, it's mental toughness. I ride alone and run (yes, I am a runner) alone. I've learned to push myself and keep on going. If I don't, there ain't nobody else to kick me in the butt. Being a competitive runner has also helped. I know how to deal with the pain and legs that want to quit and to keep going until I'm done.
10-28-16, 03:52 AM
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Pointing out interesting birds during a ride to people who could care less.
10-28-16, 05:20 AM
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im 6'1" and about 220 pounds now after going on vacation (thanks Marriott resort). my normal weight is 190 but i am so mad at myself at letting myself get to 220, that i plan to keep a crazy strict diet from November 1 through the new year. i want to be 180-185 for next spring
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10-28-16, 05:41 AM
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My ability to carb load before an event. And even better, my ability to carb load before no event.
10-28-16, 06:33 AM
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lol, its eye candy in my garage for now. but just for the sake of convo, the sl6 is a 60cm and i am saddened to tell you that it has about ~4-5 miles on it ONLY. it is pristine/off the showroom floor.
im 6'1" and about 220 pounds now after going on vacation (thanks Marriott resort). my normal weight is 190 but i am so mad at myself at letting myself get to 220, that i plan to keep a crazy strict diet from no1 through the new year. i want to be 180-185 for next spring
im 6'1" and about 220 pounds now after going on vacation (thanks Marriott resort). my normal weight is 190 but i am so mad at myself at letting myself get to 220, that i plan to keep a crazy strict diet from no1 through the new year. i want to be 180-185 for next spring
10-28-16, 07:47 AM
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Urban Bicycle Messenger Lunacy - ie, riding with bike messengers in Manhattan.
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10-28-16, 08:08 AM
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That's the thing. My bike is serious, I am not. Instead of spending the $ on a trainer, I'm monitoring Craigslist for a set of carbon wheels to set off the look of the bike I also just ride in regular old cargo shorts. I'm the furthest from being a serious cyclist. I bought the bike to enjoy relaxed neighborhood rides.
I also just ride in regular old cargo shorts. I'm the furthest from being a serious cyclist. I bought the bike to enjoy relaxed neighborhood rides.
10-28-16, 08:10 AM
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lol, its eye candy in my garage for now. but just for the sake of convo, the sl6 is a 60cm and i am saddened to tell you that it has about ~4-5 miles on it ONLY. it is pristine/off the showroom floor.
im 6'1" and about 220 pounds now after going on vacation (thanks Marriott resort). my normal weight is 190 but i am so mad at myself at letting myself get to 220, that i plan to keep a crazy strict diet from no1 through the new year. i want to be 180-185 for next spring
im 6'1" and about 220 pounds now after going on vacation (thanks Marriott resort). my normal weight is 190 but i am so mad at myself at letting myself get to 220, that i plan to keep a crazy strict diet from no1 through the new year. i want to be 180-185 for next spring
I test rode an sl5, nice bike
10-28-16, 09:02 AM
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I've gotten better at reading the displeasure on my wive's face when I purchase something new for my bike!
10-28-16, 12:36 PM
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The ability to consume copious quantities of watermelon post-ride.
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10-28-16, 01:34 PM
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I recover quickly and well.
10-28-16, 01:41 PM
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I'm proud to say I can walk right by my bikes without guilt and with head held high for months without riding them.
Hmmph!
Hmmph!
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10-28-16, 07:35 PM
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What I'll add, is that I have a very efficient pedal stroke (rollers ftw), which helps maximize whatever I do have. Also, I can do fairly long, and somewhat strong pulls when riding with a group.. maybe a product of doing a lot of solo riding. Also, at 60+ I still want to get stronger and faster, and regularly clock personal bests on Strava segments, and often during solo rides. I regularly ride with the strongest riders in my area, but will beg off of some rides when I know there will be a bunch of young skinny guys hammering (I'm not fat but I'm certainly not young.) I'm pretty good at bridging gaps when necessary in groups. I have some great friends and acquaintances that I ride with regularly, and they seem to like to have me around. Maybe that's my greatest "strength".
10-28-16, 07:43 PM
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I can always beat my friends when naming wildflowers on the side of the road.
10-28-16, 09:02 PM
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10-28-16, 09:28 PM
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At 260 lbs, I provide a superb shelter for anyone riding behind me. My cycling nickname is "Miller"... aka GenuineDraft.
In tandem with that, I'm a natural on descents. First descent down a half mile hill frequented by 2,400 Strava riders placed me in Top 50. I'll be getting a good portion of my KOMs and T10s from downhills next season when I focus on more climbing. In theory, at least
In tandem with that, I'm a natural on descents. First descent down a half mile hill frequented by 2,400 Strava riders placed me in Top 50. I'll be getting a good portion of my KOMs and T10s from downhills next season when I focus on more climbing. In theory, at least