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I had bought a Kool Stop Tire Jack several years ago in case I ever needed it. I got some GP4000's at the first of this year and used it for the first time. No fuss, no muss. Easier with less time than fussin 'n fightin.…

^^^THIS^^^ I have a pair of insulated rain pants, cycling specific, that go over the tights when it gets real cold. It's rare that I'm not warm enough, but then I live in Georgia. Mine are Specialized, they have worked every way that I've tried 'em.

2 slices Ezekiel Low Sodium toast each with 1/2 tbsp peanut butter and 1/2 tbsp Smuckers spreadable strawberry spread.

I think a trailer hitch ball screwed into the top of the seatpost would be better.

Can you still do this without getting into legal trouble?

^^^This.^^^ The week after I got a $10 food scale from Amazon I started seeing results. A portion size is really small. Guesses at sizing can quickly add up to huge amounts of calories eaten but not recorded.

^^^^This works great for me.^^^^

Never. Bike specific only and always. I have one pair of bike underwear that I don't like, I prefer longer legged shorts. The brief length doesn't stay in place and it ends up as if you're riding while straddling a pool float noodle. I do wear casual shorts over bike shorts, I just don't believe Lycra was made for old…

Ain't nothing wrong with that gal.

I try to abide by #10. I often have to revert to #5. I've had these bookmarked for a long time. I do use SPD pedals on road bikes, so I commit a major violation quite regularly.:wink:

Good deal!!!! It's always great to fix the problem. Upgrading usually won't provide a good cost/ratio benefit. Next time you get cables be sure to get stainless, they don't cost but a bit more and are worth the difference. The drawn or extruded stainless cables are the smoothest of the bunch. Cheap cables three bucks, good…

An incredible rider. Unfortunately, all rides don't end well: http://dirt.mpora.com/news/legend-martyn-ashton-is-set-for-new-trial.html I wish him the best.

First: Ride your geared bike in one gear, about 60-70 inches, and leave it there for a week. I don't ride a "fixie", but I love my fixed gear Leader.

That's ita 11/34 9sp has the same hi/lo ratios as a 11/34 10sp. The only difference being that the low three or four gears might be a tooth closer to each other because of the extra cog thrown in. I wouldn't worry too much about 9 speed parts becoming obsolete. There's a lot around to last a long time. 6 and 7sp freewheels…

Around here it's the shops that cater a lot to tri-bike riders that rent race wheels.

Another giant disadvantage to aero wheels are side winds. I doubt that you would find your lakeside rides as pleasant. The biggest gain you would make with a new wheelset would be weight. The weight comes off where it makes the most difference---rims and tires. About the only place you would notice any gains would be in…

The chainring/cassette ratio on that Salsa looks like it could climb Washington Monument.:bigsmile:

That's makin great time. No stoplights???

I just got a pair of these from eBay: http://www.ebay.com/itm/160938324933?var=460142082234&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649 I have used them on just below freezing rides and was pleased with them, no breeze on the fingers. I rode them in the rain for the first time today (cool, not cold) and am happy.…

I use the packets. One = 2tsp sugar. You're right it isn't pure it has a form of sugar in it (Dextrose). One packet gets me through three cups of coffee and I use just a bit less than a whole packet in a glass of iced tea. It dissolves in cold liquids fast and easy. And I don't find the taste offensive at all.

I'm new too. Giving my answers to see if I understand the system correctly.:smile: 1) Yes, you will still lose weight. It figures that you won't exercise and doesn't give you credit for establishing a goal. 2) Yes, not eating your burned calories back will affect your goal. Your weight loss will be accelerated. As I…

Hunt's has a no salt added ketchup. The nutrition label shows 0 sodium. http://www.hunts.com/products/ketchup Hot sauce is stupid high in sodium. I use ground cayenne pepper instead, either as powder in recipes or mixed with vinegar as a liquid. It works well to replace Louisiana Hot Sauce.

I'm also new and had almost the same question as the OP. I am close to, but still over my sugar count each day. It's fruit. My sugar goal is 30 and a medium banana is 14---almost half. Should I replace the sugar count with carbs in the total tracker at the bottom of my diary?? There's only six columns and I can't figure…

I wasn't happy with that either, but although deceptive it is sadly almost normal these days.

I am also new, take my advice in that light. If I am wrong, the more experienced should feel free to correct me. You can't hurt my feelings and I'm really here to learn, not to give advice when I don't know much of anything!!! I put a splash of raw apple cider vinegar (less than a tbsp) and a Stevia In the Raw packet to my…

The battery charger did it's job and the red light finally went to green, indicating a full charge. At 1:30 AM the charge light was still red. I thought I was going to have to return it to Amazon because of either defective batteries or charger. The charger had be on for over six hours. When I got up minutes before 7:00…

+1 to the CREE..........maybe I got this one just this morning: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006QQX3C4/ref=oh_details_o00_s01_i01?ie=UTF8&psc=1 It only has Hi/Lo/Strobe, no medium as in the description. I don't really care. I went out right at dark and Hi was fine and Lo got more and more usable the darker the night…

OK.......gonna try again................. 17.2 lbs. with front brake and lever If at first you don't............................:drinker: Specs and pics on my PedalRoom page. (Link a few posts up)

Details Here: http://www.pedalroom.com/bike/2010-leader-721-11502 I'll figure out the picture thing in the morning!!

You might start here: http://www.bikeforums.net/forumdisplay.php/148-Training-amp-Nutrition Ask general bike questions here: http://www.bikeforums.net/forumdisplay.php/7-General-Cycling-Discussion These guys ride to get there, no racing. Quite friendly and helpful: http://www.bikeforums.net/forumdisplay.php/20-Commuting…