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Back for another go at 54
About six years ago I join MFP and in a year went from about 255lbs down to 190lbs. It really worked well. But then I figured that I would maintain without logging and stop using the program. Well, five years later it is 2020 and after gaining 7-12lbs a year, I'm back up at 255lbs again. I guess not having the science and…
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Electrolyte tabs or homemade mix recomendations
I'm looking for an affordable electrolyte tab brand or powder recommendations to try out. Or, a homemade recipe? I assume NaCL and KCl are needed...but I'm not sure about the proportions. Not sure what else. Maybe sea salt is good too as a base? Avoid normal table salt? Flavorings? I Googled a bit, but nothing seemed to…
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Mirrors - do you use em?
When I pass other road bikers, and after the obligatory waves, I notice that very few other road cyclists bother with a mirror. Anyone else here use a mirror when road riding? And what type if you do? And do you like the product? For the past couple of years I've been using the "Take a Look" unit by Bike Peddler. I bought…
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Recording bike journeys with pauses in the middle
So, I've been wondering how to handle this issue and maybe someone here has the answer. Here are a couple scenarios: * You are out riding with a group for three hours, stop for an hour lunch at a restaurant, and then your group finishes the remainder of the ride for another two hours * Or, you commute to work for an hour…
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Bike calculator
I found this web app the other day that I found useful. I was trying to figure out how I was going to tackle some of my time goals for some local segments near my house, and wondering how much of an impact my weight loss since the fall will help. http://bikecalculator.com/examples.html Anyway, I thought this was a pretty…
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Out of the saddle on rollers
Rollers riders -- can you do it -- and if so any tips? I was only able to do it for about 10 seconds and then I rode OFF the front of the rollers and into the basement wall (lol). But I don't like to stay seated for an hour.
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Prescription sunglassess
Anyone have a good recommendation for some prescription sunglasses that are meant for cycling and also photocromic?
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Beet Juice
Recently, I'm trying to drink this stuff, just a little each day, since I've been told it helps you get a better workout on the bike and supposedly is great for your overall health. Supposed to reduce blood pressure too -- and I have hypertension so I figured maybe I can get off my meds for that someday. It looks like a…
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Chain Lubes
I've been using synthetic motor oil on my chains for ... well forever. I never put any stock into using any bike specific products for lube. I just figured the bike lubes were mostly hype. But now I'm wondering if I am wrong. With motor oil, it is a little thin. It protects from rust real well, but I have to clean the…
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Suggestions on starting Mountain Biking
Hey all, Just recently joined MFP and this group. A little background: I'm 48 years old. 6'4" tall and about 241 lbs as of today. I have high blood pressure and am on a beta blocker, which reduces my max heart rate a little. I was an avid cyclist back in my teen and early adult years. I did mostly road biking. Then I…
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Dealing with dogs on the road
So, when I road bike, I try to get to know what houses have loose dogs that give chase. For example, there is a pitbull about a mile away from me that I often ride by. He used to come off his porch charging and aggressively towards me, but I have been talking to him each time I go by over the past few years, like "Hey Boy!…
