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BONUS.... you win. Can't wait for a hollywood spin on some doping fiasco [not really]. It is bound to happen, but not a giddy-go-biking sorta flick.

American Flyers.....it's hard to change the channel when that is on. Mustache rocks, and so does that Russian with the special needs helmet..... fun stuff. I also like that movie with the Cutters, and that track race where they swap bikes. Don't remember the name but it's fun flick too. > OK... speaking of fun, only a few…

If weight loss is the goal.... The main point: nothing beats diet, it is the single most important factor In terms of sorting out what exercise is best for weight loss, my ranking of them [and I have done many] 1) Running, but it is a lot more effort 2) Cycling, but it has to be pedaling 80% of the time 3) Swimming, it is…

I am 0% Homosexuality: is romantic and/or sexual attraction or behavior between members of the same sex or gender. I am 70% Metrosexual: is a neologism derived from metropolitan and heterosexual coined in 1994 describing a man (especially one living in a post-industrial, capitalist culture) who spends a lot of time and…

Great topic... and great feedback too!! A couple tidbits of non-obvious advice > hang dry or iron your jeans.... spare me comments, but wrinkles suck there too > match belts and shoes.... like, buy them together, it's OK to have 4 different brown belts > the goal, what you wear should be intentional, with thought > be…

Oh….how to harness the energy of all these victims!!!! I’ve got it!!! FLASH, a great idea!!! [men have them on rare occasions] This husband [learning what NOT to do on this hilarious topic] is needing some marvelous ideas for 20th anniversary late this summer and certain there is plenty of pent up “what would be really…

Note to self….. women don’t forget a bad gift….ever… haha. Great thread topic!!! Not much to contribute, how do you top some of these?!? Therapy?

Yeah...hills!!! rybo and hnsaunde have some good advice, look up the hill, slight slant forward, short strides and grind up. I'll season that age-old advice with a couple more things. Hill training As ajanae is discovering, they are work, but....work is good. Hills provide a great balance of strength and cardio. A…

I RUN because I like it I used to run for fitness, because I can, for the goals, and still because things chase me. However, when you endure the sport and it changes you, running is more of a hobby and less a job. It becomes a part of your life, you are changed forever.

I noticed my friend Wendy replied, so I was curious..... then was cracking up at the comment from Rodney, too funny. I can relate somewhat and had to laugh. So.... when I lost a ton of weight in my mid 20's I turned from an average dweeb to something much better, but, had NO idea what a compliment/flirt was until it was…

Precisely right on frame, it is about 2-3 lbs between Aluminum/Carbon to Steel. The real place to watch the grams is the wheels, any rotating mass is what makes the most difference. I have 5 bikes, have owned many more, and logged several thousand miles on Aluminum, Carbon, and Steel. I offer my synthesis. Aluminum, a…

I think the compact crank is a good compromise. The main issue with the triple is how it exaggerates chain whip. Basically, if you are in your largest chainring you should not use the smaller gears on your cluster, and inversely so with the granny chainring and the smallest cog. You do not want the chain at that steep of…

a few other considerations..... > gripping the bar too tightly can be an issue too, when you get more comfortable with balance and posture you can lighten up the grip, let the hands sorta guide the bars and not clinch it > as said, a slight bend in elbows is good. > raise the bar, this can have a big impact, the higher the…

+1 on the sillygoose comment, not sure why the prices had to go up so much, but they did. The quality is unbelievable now, and once you get a top-shelf pair you can't wear anything else... and that adds up quick. Sugoi RS are the best I have found, I take them above anything (Capo, Pearl Izumi, etc...) Ray

I am sure SSG will have a good program for you, but if you need any supplement info I am good at bike fitting too, I do this a lot for friends etc... I am crazy about geometry and "fit" of a bike, down to every mm on every tube. Your LBS will be a great place to start too. I completely agree on spinning -vs- riding, that's…

I'll climb in some spandex and cape to save the day.... haha OK, this bike dilemna, money, where, and everything else is pretty simple...... If you've got $10, or $100,. or $4000 buck for a bike, whatever, just ride. I have built a complete, sweet bike, from parts that are to be thrown away. I salvage tons of parts, and…

Great ride!!! A new rig is always fun to ride. Hey, ANYONE CAN FRIEND ME, I have sent a few out but it would be great to keep this thread rolling... pun intended. Don't be shy, send it, we'll get along. Not to be labeled here as a gadget freak, but I have a Garmin Edge 605 and love it. Yes, a bit pricey, but no wires,…

Let's all sing along "bi--cycle, bi--cycle, bi--cycle, I want to ride my bi-CYCLE.... " if you don't get it, search "queen" and "bicycle race" on youtube...classic stuff. Sign me up, I have fallen in love with my new bike, a fixie road bike. I was a nay-sayer for sooo long, about fixies, but wow was I wrong. So much fun…

Lot's of great advice, and I don't personally do them often since I am an endurance junkie. Why I post..... a book I just finished "never let go" by legendary coach Dan John raves about them and prescribes several different workouts with them. It also has a ton of great advice on strength training and life, so it may be…

What works for me, but a big disclaimer that it may not work for you 1) Ice baths immediately after the workout, actually I do a cold shower...brrrr 2) Ibuprofen (thins the blood and reduces inflammation), take all day. 3) Recovery drink, protein etc.. immediately after 4) Stay active with walking or stretching 4 or 5…

I have both long arm and sleeveless QR wetsuits, and always grab the sleeveless. I am an OK swimmer, not great, about 65s per 100m on a long course, a bit under a minute on short course. Freedom of motion is what I like the most and T1 is easy as pie. I also wear it in any race they let me, for me it's always worth the…

Less is more for biking to work, and I encourage you to consider a hybrid, flat bar road bike, or cyclocross [as many have also suggested]. Other Considerations: > Something to take a 700x35 tire or larger (those town treks can have nasty curbs and potholes) > Capability for racks and fenders, one rainy ride and you'll…

I am nearly convinced it is cold, because it does not take much to get those toes freezing! If the temp was in the 50's or below that is an easy culprit. The other would be shoes too tight. Heading into the wind makes a big difference too. What's the ride, sounds awesome!!! I went for a fixie ride today, love that thing!…

Heck yes!!!! I have about 15 years of running in me and always look at weather as a tango with Mother Nature, I take all of her moods. For rain, I find it better to take off just before it starts because once you are into the run then who cares. It does suck in heavy rain, so I'll treadmill that. Last tid-bit, if you've…

If you want something upbeat and hip, Beckah Shae has a couple tunes that will get you moving "Here in this moment" and "Life". FEE, "Rise and Sing" or "All because of Jesus" Remedy Drive "Daylight" Casting Crowns "Joyful Joyful" Some all time favorites bands... like everything they have...haha David Crowder Band Newsboys…

Hey y’all (yes, that’s supposed to be a country thang) I’ve tried to catch up on everything… Richmond, definite maybe for me. It’s a bit late on my Marathon agenda, but that could be a contingency if things don’t go well. London would be an amazing run, Erika, is there a good marathon or other really cool race in or near…

Becky's post was amazing, and something we should all read a few times and absorb. It's called determination in a very raw form. Not everyone has it, not everyone will get it, and you can't buy it in a store nor comes in a pill form. This type of run is raw and defines us, and will define you, Becky, as you run that…

Weirdo.....not sure you are from this planet. Oh, wait... there a bunch of guys in black suits knocking at my door. I totally understand how there is one person on the planet that likes pumkin potatoes, but anyone not like chocolate... nope, ET for sure. Ray

Who cares.... we need bionic full speed Leash back! The times you post are amazing, and we are just excited to have you around right now (and certain I speak for all here). Good luck on the injection, it sounds eerily similar to an alien abduction?!? Also, you can keep the pumpkin potatoes...ahemmm... seriously. Haha, just…

Weigh in is whatever you want, and thinking averaging is a very good approach. I usually average Fri/Sat/Sun to balance the variations, but usually don't weigh during the week. Kelynn and Tom... wun you wabbits...wun, wun, wun..... I love soup too, and love any recipe someone is willing to share. I have a few I'll post as…