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Welcome to the group Brad!!
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Welcome to the group Brian!
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Hi iTswape! Welcome to the group. Let's see...Yep, I am an overweight cyclist. I ride solo and I also ride with two local clubs. I do keep up with the group on hills, at least once I get in a groove, and I do find that losing weight makes the hills a lot easier. And faster. We have quite a few hills in Southern Indiana. In…
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Welcome to the group Mike!
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Welcome TRHuston and Beachgrad05!
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Heya John. Several years ago, I bought a Selle An-Atomica Titanico and have not looked back since then. I have them on all my bikes. They are pure leather, no plastic layer anywhere, and they conform to your body and "break in" over the years and the miles. I swear by them, and so do a few of my friends who use the same…
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Welcome Jason! And congrats on the lifestyle change and weight loss!
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Welcome ddroth!
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Welcome Jody and Chris! Three great places to be: MFP, this group, and anywhere on a bike!
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I have not used that particular brand, but I like to use compression clothing when doling a general workout. For indoor spin class, I use compression up top with regular cycling shorts. For cycling, the stuff I wear is not marked as compression, but I generally prefer the tighter fit stuff. And jerseys with back pockets,…
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Some noise issue thoughts: * Is chain properly clean and lubricated? It seems basic but a lot of people don't CLEAN their chain and other parts properly before adding lubricant. Adding lubricant on top of a dirty chain just makes bad things happen down the road. Same goes for cassette and other moving parts. I say this…
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"I'm pretty sure I have a flat." "Does my rear tire look flat?" "Man I think my rear tire is flat." "I think I gotta slow leak on my rear tire." Guilty on all counts.
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I am like the last person on Earth to give dating advice, but I really do not think giving flowers on the first date is all that important. I think what would be more important would be to have the desire, and the sentiment, and the thoughtfulness, and the caring, to give her flowers on the 100th date. And on and on. But…
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Welcome adjusterben! Glad you joined our group, and happy riding to you!
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Hi t3299, and welcome to the group! So glad you have discovered (or rediscovered) the joy! May it continue to be a wonderful part of the entire adventure of life!
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A great testimonial to the joys of working with a great local bike shop wellbert! Happy riding!
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Hiya dcmat! The image you are sharing on photobucket is 1,023 pixels wide × 595 pixels high. I have found that for posting on MFP, the image width should be no more than about 600 pixels wide, or funny things start to happen. So if I know I will be posting an image to a thread here, I will pull it into photoshop or some…
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Welcome TriJoe, and congrats on the acquisition of a Bianchi! Let us know how the wine runs go!
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I've ridden in the rain lots of times on my Cannondale Synapse. I am one of those fools who even starts a ride in the rain, yet alone continue riding once the rain starts. Tips: * Watch for paint stripes on the surface. Water beads up on them easily. Makes em kinda like ice. * Oil-slickened spots on the road are worse than…
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I have used a Forerunner 305 watch for years and I am quite happy with it. Sure, I would love to get an Edge, being rather gadget happy like I am, but until I get into a better cash flow situation (maybe after winning the lottery?), I will continue to wear it and use it until it finally gives up the ghost. The Garmin stuff…
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I won't beat you with a stick or anything else, and I totally agree. I am taking spin class now from the same guy I mentioned earlier who coached me outdoors on the bike last year. The way he teaches spin is awesome. It's like he takes you on an imaginary ride, and if you let yourself, you really believe it. Every single…
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Hiya Tracey, Everybody will likely have their own opinion, but I am fond of the following: * Cliff Mojo Trail Mix bars, two for every 50 miles * Lots of water, amounts of which I find varies on the temperature. Hotter, I need to tote more or have a verified, planned water refill source available somewhere around the middle…
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Happy 40th unrulygurl! And congrats on your decision to get back on the bike. Ain't nuthin else like it in the whole wide world!
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Au contraire, mon ami! You are quite eloquent and knowledgeable to boot! Aside from all of our wordy advice, yours cuts right to the chase and is totally essential!
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There are several factors to consider when working on speed. Nutrition, cadence, training, technique, overall fitness, etc. I think the best place to start is finding a club, and start doing rides with folks who ride just a little bit faster than you. I actually worked with a bicycling coach. Not a spin instructor, but a…
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Hiya and welcome to Tracey and Cheryl! Have fun here and keep the rubber side down!
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Yay! My first ride of 2012! About time, huh? http://tinyurl.com/someguyonabikesridelog Ride safe yall!
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I think it comes down to components. Like I said, I have seen it all in the short time I have been on some trails myself (I am a road rider who is just now learning to trail ride). But, the same 100 bucks just might get you a used bike with better stuff on it on Craigslist. I got two bikes off Craiglist, a couple of old…
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Nice! I have no kids to brag about, but I can say I am a great learner. I learn from kids, learn from adults, learn from animals ,and learn from the wind. So I am glad to read of someone who can learn from their children. May we all forever be students of the universe, and also...ride, ride, ride!
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I have not put MTB wheels and tires on a hybrid but I know it can be done. It's less of an expense of course than a MTB. I'd say it depends on two factors: 1. How much is your budget? Limited? Perhaps best to go for wheels and tires. Not too limited? New bike! 2. How much do you want to ride off road? Lots? Options are to…
