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  • I'm sure i speak for everyone who got involved in the spirit of the challenge when i say we would like to express our extreme gratitude to TBY for his superb organisation skills as per usual. Well done to Dahamac who kept me on my toes right up to the end, two more commutes would have seen me right but wind put a stop to…
    in MFP Giro d'Italia Grand Tour Challenge - Results Comment by FatDadSlim May 2013
  • Giro Challenge Entries for Rider 301 Team 1 Stage Date Distance Time Ascent Ride Log URL 1 04/05 - No Ride 2 05/05 190.74km 7h07m15s 3441m - http://connect.garmin.com/activity/308128570 3 06/05 - No Ride 4 07/05 79.01km 2h54m30s 1070m - http://connect.garmin.com/activity/309273298 5 08/05 - No Ride 6 09/05 - No Ride 7…
    in MFP Giro d'Italia Grand Tour Challenge - Rides Only Comment by FatDadSlim May 2013
  • Giro Challenge Entries for Rider 301 Team 1 Stage Date Distance Time Ascent Ride Log URL 1 04/05 - No Ride 2 05/05 190.74km 7h07m15s 3441m - http://connect.garmin.com/activity/308128570 3 06/05 - No Ride 4 07/05 79.01km 2h54m30s 1070m - http://connect.garmin.com/activity/309273298 5 08/05 - No Ride 6 09/05 - No Ride 7…
    in MFP Giro d'Italia Grand Tour Challenge - Rides Only Comment by FatDadSlim May 2013
  • Felt F2 would be my personal choice, wait until the new models come out and some serious reductions can be found to bring this beauty into your budget. http://www.wiggle.co.uk/felt-f2-red-2013/
    in Help me - bike choice Comment by FatDadSlim May 2013
  • Giro Challenge Entries for Rider 301 Team 1 Stage Date Distance Time Ascent Ride Log URL 1 04/05 - No Ride 2 05/05 190.74km 7h07m15s 3441m - http://connect.garmin.com/activity/308128570 3 06/05 - No Ride 4 07/05 79.01km 2h54m30s 1070m - http://connect.garmin.com/activity/309273298 5 08/05 - No Ride 6 09/05 - No Ride 7…
    in MFP Giro d'Italia Grand Tour Challenge - Rides Only Comment by FatDadSlim May 2013
  • I have a Garmin Edge 500 and use Garmin Sync to transfer ride data automatically over to Strava. I don't have Strava on my phone & I don't need to upload data to each respective site. Once I upload my data to Garmin then it automatically updates to Strava. Google "Endomondo Strava" to see what suits you;…
    in June "Just Ride" Challenge - Discussion Comment by FatDadSlim May 2013
  • How this would be easier with an engine/motor? How much would it cost to add a motor? How much time could be saved with said motor? Why cant it stop raining? Is it ever not windy? What's for Tea? WTF! Shut up legs. Blimey he was close. Why can't i live there? i'd be home by now! What would i buy with a million pounds? Did…
    in what goes through your head when riding Comment by FatDadSlim May 2013
  • Giro Challenge Entries for Rider 301 Team 1 Stage Date Distance Time Ascent Ride Log URL 1 04/05 - No Ride 2 05/05 190.74km 7h07m15s 3441m - http://connect.garmin.com/activity/308128570 3 06/05 - No Ride 4 07/05 79.01km 2h54m30s 1070m - http://connect.garmin.com/activity/309273298 5 08/05 - No Ride 6 09/05 - No Ride 7…
    in MFP Giro d'Italia Grand Tour Challenge - Rides Only Comment by FatDadSlim May 2013
  • Giro Challenge Entries for Rider 301 Team 1 Stage Date Distance Time Ascent Ride Log URL 1 04/05 - No Ride 2 05/05 190.74km 7h07m15s 3441m - http://connect.garmin.com/activity/308128570 3 06/05 - No Ride 4 07/05 79.01km 2h54m30s 1070m - http://connect.garmin.com/activity/309273298 5 08/05 - No Ride 6 09/05 - No Ride 7…
    in MFP Giro d'Italia Grand Tour Challenge - Rides Only Comment by FatDadSlim May 2013
  • I ride to work 25 miles across the Brecon Beacons, probably as rural as you can get! I use a hi-viz cover on my backpack to help being seen. You get the odd maniac who passes by too close but generally i find the traffic most considerate, especially the HGV's and buses. I don't do it in the winter or extreme wind/rain…
    in Can I cycle to work?? Comment by FatDadSlim May 2013
  • i commute 3hrs a day (whenever possible) my Garmin tells me i burn around 1500 cals for that (includes 1000m ascent)
    in question for people who ride 3hrs+ a day Comment by FatDadSlim May 2013
  • Laurel & Hardy! Heck of a transformation, that's one FDS you've lost there!! You could have smiled a bit though ;-)
    in Why I Love Cycling... or what 75kg Loss looks Like. Comment by FatDadSlim May 2013
  • Whereabouts is the unsubscribe button?
    in MFP Grand Tour Cycling Challenge - Discussion/Signup Thread Comment by FatDadSlim May 2013
  • Giro Challenge Entries for Rider 301 Team 1 Stage Date Distance Time Ascent Ride Log URL 1 04/05 - No Ride 2 05/05 190.74km 7h07m15s 3441m - http://connect.garmin.com/activity/308128570 3 06/05 - No Ride 4 07/05 79.01km 2h54m30s 1070m - http://connect.garmin.com/activity/309273298 5 08/05 - No Ride 6 09/05 - No Ride 7…
    in MFP Giro d'Italia Grand Tour Challenge - Rides Only Comment by FatDadSlim May 2013
  • If it's loading slow then just keep hitting refresh and it speeds it up. (works for me anyway)
    in MFP Grand Tour Cycling Challenge - Discussion/Signup Thread Comment by FatDadSlim May 2013
  • "If you always put limit on everything you do, physical or anything else. It will spread into your work and into your life. There are no limits. There are only plateaus, and you must not stay there, you must go beyond them - Bruce Lee"
    in Best Motivational Quotes Comment by FatDadSlim May 2013
  • This trail is a blast (I hope you have good medical insurance) I think I might have a flat tire (Slow down, will ya?) I definitely have a flat tire (Help me change it) I don't have a low enough gear (I've gained 5 pounds) I've decided to buy a lighter bike (I've gained 10 pounds) I'm taking up clog dancing (I've gained 25…
    in Cycling Humor Comment by FatDadSlim May 2013
  • Team Spokes - 30th April = 49.32 miles Total Month of April = 897.13 Miles / 1443.79 km 01/04/13 = 7.75 miles - http://connect.garmin.com/activity/291666395 02/04/13 = 3.64 miles - http://connect.garmin.com/activity/292340228 03/04/13 = 40.53 miles - http://connect.garmin.com/activity/292758879 04/04/13 = 1.78 miles -…
    in April Teams Challenge - Post your miles here! Comment by FatDadSlim April 2013
  • I just synced all my Garmin rides and joined the challenge. :glasses:
    in Strava may Challenge Comment by FatDadSlim April 2013
  • Team Spokes - 28th April = 24.50 miles Total Month to Date = 844.19 Miles / 1358.59 km 01/04/13 = 7.75 miles - http://connect.garmin.com/activity/291666395 02/04/13 = 3.64 miles - http://connect.garmin.com/activity/292340228 03/04/13 = 40.53 miles - http://connect.garmin.com/activity/292758879 04/04/13 = 1.78 miles -…
    in April Teams Challenge - Post your miles here! Comment by FatDadSlim April 2013
  • Team Spokes - 27th April = 50.74 miles Total Month to Date = 819.70 Miles / 1319.18 km 01/04/13 = 7.75 miles - http://connect.garmin.com/activity/291666395 02/04/13 = 3.64 miles - http://connect.garmin.com/activity/292340228 03/04/13 = 40.53 miles - http://connect.garmin.com/activity/292758879 04/04/13 = 1.78 miles -…
    in April Teams Challenge - Post your miles here! Comment by FatDadSlim April 2013
  • Team Spokes - 26th April = 48.62 miles Total Month to Date = 768.96 Miles / 1237.52 km 01/04/13 = 7.75 miles - http://connect.garmin.com/activity/291666395 02/04/13 = 3.64 miles - http://connect.garmin.com/activity/292340228 03/04/13 = 40.53 miles - http://connect.garmin.com/activity/292758879 04/04/13 = 1.78 miles -…
    in April Teams Challenge - Post your miles here! Comment by FatDadSlim April 2013
  • Team Spokes - 24th April = 49.19 miles Total Month to Date = 717.83 Miles / 1155.24 Km 01/04/13 = 7.75 miles - http://connect.garmin.com/activity/291666395 02/04/13 = 3.64 miles - http://connect.garmin.com/activity/292340228 03/04/13 = 40.53 miles - http://connect.garmin.com/activity/292758879 04/04/13 = 1.78 miles -…
    in April Teams Challenge - Post your miles here! Comment by FatDadSlim April 2013
  • Team Spokes - 23rd April = 49.22 miles Total Month to Date = 668.64 Miles / 1076.07 Km 01/04/13 = 7.75 miles - http://connect.garmin.com/activity/291666395 02/04/13 = 3.64 miles - http://connect.garmin.com/activity/292340228 03/04/13 = 40.53 miles - http://connect.garmin.com/activity/292758879 04/04/13 = 1.78 miles -…
    in April Teams Challenge - Post your miles here! Comment by FatDadSlim April 2013
  • :happy:
    in MFP Grand Tour Cycling Challenge - Discussion/Signup Thread Comment by FatDadSlim April 2013
  • http://connect.garmin.com/activity/300972102 A little 116.53km ride into central wales to visit Llyn Brianne, a local picturesque reservoir. The railroad crossing on the way, (I kept the signpost in showing (Llyn Brianne Dam 11 miles) And the post-ride refreshments, Duvel with Belgium Chocolate covered Waffle, yum. TBY…
    in MFP Cycling Classics Challenge 2013 Comment by FatDadSlim April 2013
  • Team Spokes - 21st April = 72.41 miles Total Month to Date = 619.39 Miles / 996.81 Km 01/04/13 = 7.75 miles - http://connect.garmin.com/activity/291666395 02/04/13 = 3.64 miles - http://connect.garmin.com/activity/292340228 03/04/13 = 40.53 miles - http://connect.garmin.com/activity/292758879 04/04/13 = 1.78 miles -…
    in April Teams Challenge - Post your miles here! Comment by FatDadSlim April 2013
  • What a horrible day for a Bike ride today, blue skies, warm sunshine low winds. Much better to wait until tomorrow's classic when the rain returns :glasses:
    in MFP Cycling Challenges for 2013 Comment by FatDadSlim April 2013
  • 301 - FatDadSlim 302 303 - cloggsy71 304 - cyclenut64 305 - Spatialized 306 - Snowstrong ---just call me Tornado! LOL 307 - Notfortyyet 308 - TDSeest 309 - TheBigYin
    in MFP Grand Tour Cycling Challenge - Discussion/Signup Thread Comment by FatDadSlim April 2013
  • Team Spokes - 19th April = 45.91 miles Total Month to Date = 542.71 Miles / 873.41 Km 01/04/13 = 7.75 miles - http://connect.garmin.com/activity/291666395 02/04/13 = 3.64 miles - http://connect.garmin.com/activity/292340228 03/04/13 = 40.53 miles - http://connect.garmin.com/activity/292758879 04/04/13 = 1.78 miles -…
    in April Teams Challenge - Post your miles here! Comment by FatDadSlim April 2013
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