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02-11-17, 10:49 AM
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Having fun staying busy searching and building this winter. Built a (2017 Hardcore Beater Bike Challenge) machine and test rode it 5km yesterday. In the rain. Yuck. But while visiting an auto salvage yard for that I found a complete 80s Nishiki Landau (in my size!) for $10. Perfect frame, everything else locked up. But I've hung onto a too-large Ross Pro and spent today stripping the Shimano 600 EX gear for the Nishiki. Which was my second choice behind a decent Italian frame. I don't think I could deal with the large number of rainy days you folks have over there.
If I start a build the budget is never too exotic, but always ^^^ $100ish. Heck, every bike rides better with lightweight tubies, which breaks the budget for a pair.As for the PNW gray days, yeah, bothers most - so you improve your various skiing muscles, snow shoe skills and crank-on damp day hikes. Kayaks help. I still gain 5-10# with the hearty winter dishes served in this household.
I vacationed and rode in flat central Arkansas this month and was uninspired. But the weather was mostly GREAT.
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02-13-17, 06:00 PM
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I'm officially a member of the group now.
2/12/1952 was sooooooooooooooooo long ago.........
2/12/1952 was sooooooooooooooooo long ago.........
02-13-17, 06:06 PM
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The Lord is merciful and gracious, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love. - Psalm 103:8
I am a cyclist. I am not the fastest or the fittest. But I will get to where I'm going with a smile on my face.
The Lord is merciful and gracious, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love. - Psalm 103:8
I am a cyclist. I am not the fastest or the fittest. But I will get to where I'm going with a smile on my face.
02-14-17, 08:17 AM
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02-14-17, 12:24 PM
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Time flies whether or not you're having fun..........................
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02-18-17, 02:43 PM
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11/14/47 made it, still riding, waiting fo the snow to melt .
02-19-17, 07:31 PM
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02-20-17, 01:00 PM
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02-20-17, 01:29 PM
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03-04-17, 05:09 PM
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At age 84 am fortunate to still ride around a hundred miles weekly year 'round here in AZ.
My wife, age 82 coming up, still rides twice a week with me on our custom tandem; now, that's TWOgetherness!
Rudy and Kay/zonatandem
My wife, age 82 coming up, still rides twice a week with me on our custom tandem; now, that's TWOgetherness!
Rudy and Kay/zonatandem
03-05-17, 08:09 AM
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Bob from the White Mountains of New Hampshire
Bob from New Hampshire here, almost 66. Here's the weather in my backyard today (updates every 60-sec). It's March 5, 2017, +3 F and 30+mph winds, and I have it on good authority that we will definitely have spring by the first of July!
03-05-17, 04:28 PM
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The Lord is merciful and gracious, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love. - Psalm 103:8
I am a cyclist. I am not the fastest or the fittest. But I will get to where I'm going with a smile on my face.
The Lord is merciful and gracious, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love. - Psalm 103:8
I am a cyclist. I am not the fastest or the fittest. But I will get to where I'm going with a smile on my face.
03-05-17, 04:30 PM
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The Lord is merciful and gracious, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love. - Psalm 103:8
I am a cyclist. I am not the fastest or the fittest. But I will get to where I'm going with a smile on my face.
The Lord is merciful and gracious, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love. - Psalm 103:8
I am a cyclist. I am not the fastest or the fittest. But I will get to where I'm going with a smile on my face.
03-06-17, 08:09 AM
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Inquiring minds
Any idea who is the oldest rider in this neighborhood? I just turned 64. very encouraging to see a post from a gentleman ,age 84 !
I jus got a brand new 2016 Fuji Altamira 1.3. got fitted and took it out for a spin. did 5 miles ,turned around and went home.
What would be a reasonable progression to build endurance? Idid the 5miles in about 20minute. Could have done doble the time. think I had the stamina,but did not want to over do it.
Was invited to a 75 mile ride in April. wandering if going would be premature.
Any thoughts ,ideas or suggestions are welcomed and most appreciated
I jus got a brand new 2016 Fuji Altamira 1.3. got fitted and took it out for a spin. did 5 miles ,turned around and went home.
What would be a reasonable progression to build endurance? Idid the 5miles in about 20minute. Could have done doble the time. think I had the stamina,but did not want to over do it.
Was invited to a 75 mile ride in April. wandering if going would be premature.
Any thoughts ,ideas or suggestions are welcomed and most appreciated
03-06-17, 08:29 AM
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@CMBravo - Welcome!
I do think that a 75 mile ride the month after you got your first road bike would be premature. It was a pretty nice gesture on the part of the person who offered it, though. I'd ask for a rain check for some time this summer. It's good to have a goal to work towards, that way you can plan your rides to gradually work up to it. Finding a club would help in that, you'd have folks to advise you as you progress, and to ride with as well.
Remember - the rubber side goes down.
I do think that a 75 mile ride the month after you got your first road bike would be premature. It was a pretty nice gesture on the part of the person who offered it, though. I'd ask for a rain check for some time this summer. It's good to have a goal to work towards, that way you can plan your rides to gradually work up to it. Finding a club would help in that, you'd have folks to advise you as you progress, and to ride with as well.
Remember - the rubber side goes down.
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Demain, on roule!
Regards,
Chuck
Demain, on roule!
03-06-17, 08:30 AM
#2118
Banned
I seldom check out the 50+thread, much less the 65+, but can someone bring me up to speed on DnvFox, and why his account has received a banned status?
03-06-17, 11:22 AM
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You mean "DnvrFox"? I think he was banned for adopting the LCF lifestyle and then going on that sub-forum and attacking people for riding bikes instead of just walking, running or riding horses.
03-06-17, 07:13 PM
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I jus got a brand new 2016 Fuji Altamira 1.3. got fitted and took it out for a spin. did 5 miles ,turned around and went home.
What would be a reasonable progression to build endurance? Idid the 5miles in about 20minute. Could have done doble the time. think I had the stamina,but did not want to over do it.
Was invited to a 75 mile ride in April. wandering if going would be premature.
Any thoughts ,ideas or suggestions are welcomed and most appreciated
What would be a reasonable progression to build endurance? Idid the 5miles in about 20minute. Could have done doble the time. think I had the stamina,but did not want to over do it.
Was invited to a 75 mile ride in April. wandering if going would be premature.
Any thoughts ,ideas or suggestions are welcomed and most appreciated
I see you're from Miami. Why not check out the Southeast Regional subforum. There are several Miami area folks on here. Maybe you'll find someone or a group to ride with.
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The Lord is merciful and gracious, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love. - Psalm 103:8
I am a cyclist. I am not the fastest or the fittest. But I will get to where I'm going with a smile on my face.
The Lord is merciful and gracious, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love. - Psalm 103:8
I am a cyclist. I am not the fastest or the fittest. But I will get to where I'm going with a smile on my face.
03-06-17, 07:17 PM
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Dnvr left Bike Forums over a year ago. He wasn't happy with a lot that was going on in the 50+ forum and a few other forums.
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The Lord is merciful and gracious, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love. - Psalm 103:8
I am a cyclist. I am not the fastest or the fittest. But I will get to where I'm going with a smile on my face.
The Lord is merciful and gracious, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love. - Psalm 103:8
I am a cyclist. I am not the fastest or the fittest. But I will get to where I'm going with a smile on my face.
03-06-17, 11:08 PM
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RonH and McBTC, thanks for the info on DnvrFox. Personally, he didn't seem like the type that would end up being banned, and I figured that he would have had to do it voluntarily. After spending years on the A&S forum, and dealing with rush hour motorists, the other forums on BF seem calm to me.
03-08-17, 07:37 AM
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Interval training just for kids?
Just read this interesting news story about exercise and old age.
Interval training exercise could be a fountain of youth - CNN.com
Guess I need to pop a few wheelies and sprint on my rides.
Interval training exercise could be a fountain of youth - CNN.com
Guess I need to pop a few wheelies and sprint on my rides.
03-08-17, 03:34 PM
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Just read this interesting news story about exercise and old age.
Interval training exercise could be a fountain of youth - CNN.com
Guess I need to pop a few wheelies and sprint on my rides.
Interval training exercise could be a fountain of youth - CNN.com
Guess I need to pop a few wheelies and sprint on my rides.
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03-08-17, 03:54 PM
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65+ jersey
Dang, another jersey thread that just misses what i'm looking for.
How 'bout one for the 65+ thread?
65+ (front)
SixtyFive Plus (back)
Powered by MEDICARE
Sponsored by Social Security
Re-Tyred. or Re-Tired
What other logos/slogans/etc???
(Be the first in your town or the world - place your order at OregonCycleWear.com with custom embroidery.)
How 'bout one for the 65+ thread?
65+ (front)
SixtyFive Plus (back)
Powered by MEDICARE
Sponsored by Social Security
Re-Tyred. or Re-Tired
What other logos/slogans/etc???
(Be the first in your town or the world - place your order at OregonCycleWear.com with custom embroidery.)
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