derath
03-16-07, 05:38 PM
I may head to Virginia for the "easy" DC RAND century.
Hmm 119 miles from my house. Nah.
-D
Hmm 119 miles from my house. Nah.
-D
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Marylandnewbie
03-16-07, 06:43 PM
Last night's rain sucked but at least I was carrying a pair of "waterproof" tights so I could stop and put them on. Tonight's ride was just a king sized pain. I dressed for it, but even with that by the end of the ride my feet were soaked and cold and it was miserable. I remember when winter meant snow not sleet, freezing rain and other crap!
NoRacer
03-16-07, 08:49 PM
Hmm 119 miles from my house. Nah.
-D
Yeah. I'm having second thoughts. Tomorrow's ride starts too early to be thawed out in time for the ride and isobars show high winds for the area.
I think I'll get comfy on my rollers instead.
-D
Yeah. I'm having second thoughts. Tomorrow's ride starts too early to be thawed out in time for the ride and isobars show high winds for the area.
I think I'll get comfy on my rollers instead.
derath
03-16-07, 08:59 PM
Yeah. I'm having second thoughts. Tomorrow's ride starts too early to be thawed out in time for the ride and isobars show high winds for the area.
I think I'll get comfy on my rollers instead.
My inlaws are in town. I will do just about anything to get out of the house. I think I will finally explore the fire roads around Liberty Reservior. Apparently there are like 50 miles of fire roads going around it. I have the big knobbies on the old Mtn Bike so it could be fun. It will be cold, and I will likely even get rained on. Still beats hanging around the house :D
-D
I think I'll get comfy on my rollers instead.
My inlaws are in town. I will do just about anything to get out of the house. I think I will finally explore the fire roads around Liberty Reservior. Apparently there are like 50 miles of fire roads going around it. I have the big knobbies on the old Mtn Bike so it could be fun. It will be cold, and I will likely even get rained on. Still beats hanging around the house :D
-D
balto charlie
03-17-07, 06:01 AM
Last night's rain sucked but at least I was carrying a pair of "waterproof" tights so I could stop and put them on. Tonight's ride was just a king sized pain. I dressed for it, but even with that by the end of the ride my feet were soaked and cold and it was miserable. I remember when winter meant snow not sleet, freezing rain and other crap!
Hey Newbie: Rain...I saw only sleet. It felt like I was getting shot w/ BBs. I wish I had my visor on my helmet to shield my face.
Did anyone ride today/Sat?? Looks pretty nasty out there. I think I'll just sip my coffee today. Sun is out so it might make tomorrow bike-able.
Hey Newbie: Rain...I saw only sleet. It felt like I was getting shot w/ BBs. I wish I had my visor on my helmet to shield my face.
Did anyone ride today/Sat?? Looks pretty nasty out there. I think I'll just sip my coffee today. Sun is out so it might make tomorrow bike-able.
derath
03-17-07, 03:17 PM
Ok, so Mountain biking in the slushy muddly snow is HELLA FUN. It is also really hard...
The roads actually looked ok enough that I will probably do a road ride tomorrow.
Oh, and I gotta find a better cold weather footwear solution for next year. I have gotten almost addicted to this cold weather riding, but I also like to be able to feel my toes.
-D
The roads actually looked ok enough that I will probably do a road ride tomorrow.
Oh, and I gotta find a better cold weather footwear solution for next year. I have gotten almost addicted to this cold weather riding, but I also like to be able to feel my toes.
-D
RacerMike
03-19-07, 12:09 PM
Anyone planning on doing the HoCoCyclists Wednesday night ride from Folly Quarter Middle School? Thursday on looks like some serious good cycling weather.
NoRacer
03-19-07, 08:53 PM
Anyone up for some mountain climbing this Saturday?
http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/22706 <--- EDIT to add new map
http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/22706 <--- EDIT to add new map
The Human Car
03-19-07, 10:28 PM
Are you up to doing the route twice and I’ll do it once and we should finish near the same time. :D (I am only half serious.)
Well on my own small milestones my YTD odometer finally hit 4 digits two weeks ago so I am feeling pretty good, still not a hill climbing speedster but I’m getting some mileage in.
Well on my own small milestones my YTD odometer finally hit 4 digits two weeks ago so I am feeling pretty good, still not a hill climbing speedster but I’m getting some mileage in.
derath
03-20-07, 08:09 AM
Anyone up for some mountain climbing this Saturday?
http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/22706 <--- EDIT to add new map
Wow, Looks awesome. Maybe in a couple of months. I don't think my legs are quite up to that yet.
Dan
http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/22706 <--- EDIT to add new map
Wow, Looks awesome. Maybe in a couple of months. I don't think my legs are quite up to that yet.
Dan
NoRacer
03-20-07, 09:30 AM
Wow, Looks awesome. Maybe in a couple of months. I don't think my legs are quite up to that yet.
Dan
I tried to fix up the Cue Sheet. It was not able to be followed on the first map. The second map is better, but not perfect enough for my tastes. Oh well. It'll have to do, because it's a real PITA to fix it after it's already been drawn vs. as it's being drawn.
Bikely lets you insert points, so I could start the map at Thurmont Park. It was a PITA to add a Start/Finish to it after the initial drawing.
Dan
I tried to fix up the Cue Sheet. It was not able to be followed on the first map. The second map is better, but not perfect enough for my tastes. Oh well. It'll have to do, because it's a real PITA to fix it after it's already been drawn vs. as it's being drawn.
Bikely lets you insert points, so I could start the map at Thurmont Park. It was a PITA to add a Start/Finish to it after the initial drawing.
derath
03-20-07, 09:41 AM
I tried to fix up the Cue Sheet. It was not able to be followed on the first map. The second map is better, but not perfect enough for my tastes. Oh well. It'll have to do, because it's a real PITA to fix it after it's already been drawn vs. as it's being drawn.
Bikely lets you insert points, so I could start the map at Thurmont Park. It was a PITA to add a Start/Finish to it after the initial drawing.
Yea, like I said, looks fun. But I am gonna need another month or so to get my legs back to 100%. Not too hard to do with the hills in my area.
Plus I already have a ride scheduled for saturday, so I couldn't go anyway. Enjoy it though.
-D
Bikely lets you insert points, so I could start the map at Thurmont Park. It was a PITA to add a Start/Finish to it after the initial drawing.
Yea, like I said, looks fun. But I am gonna need another month or so to get my legs back to 100%. Not too hard to do with the hills in my area.
Plus I already have a ride scheduled for saturday, so I couldn't go anyway. Enjoy it though.
-D
RacerMike
03-20-07, 10:04 AM
Plus I already have a ride scheduled for saturday, so I couldn't go anyway. Enjoy it though.
-D
Hmmm...details?
-D
Hmmm...details?
derath
03-20-07, 12:14 PM
Hmmm...details?
Same as it has been the last few weekends. Columbia triathlon route
http://trail.motionbased.com/trail/activity/2209415
-D
Same as it has been the last few weekends. Columbia triathlon route
http://trail.motionbased.com/trail/activity/2209415
-D
derath
03-20-07, 04:26 PM
One word. WINDY!!! I swear I had at least one gust hit me broadside and knock me 2 feet to the left.
I was shooting for 25 miles. Only got 15.
http://trail.motionbased.com/trail/episode/view.do?episodePk.pkValue=2286206
Also Mike, I forgot my bud that has been riding in columbia with me on saturdays is in GA this weekend running a marathon. So I guess i don't have plans.
[edit]
Almost forgot. I had a lunch meeting today. I can now say definitively that Sushi is not the best pre-ride meal.
-D
I was shooting for 25 miles. Only got 15.
http://trail.motionbased.com/trail/episode/view.do?episodePk.pkValue=2286206
Also Mike, I forgot my bud that has been riding in columbia with me on saturdays is in GA this weekend running a marathon. So I guess i don't have plans.
[edit]
Almost forgot. I had a lunch meeting today. I can now say definitively that Sushi is not the best pre-ride meal.
-D
donhaller
03-20-07, 05:51 PM
That's a great area to ride. We had a TNT ride out that way two weeks ago. there are some nice hills out west of that area. Here is our ride.
http://trail.motionbased.com/trail/invitation/email/accept.mb?senderPk.pkValue=109527&unitSystemPkValue=2&episodePk.pkValue=2221665
http://trail.motionbased.com/trail/invitation/email/accept.mb?senderPk.pkValue=109527&unitSystemPkValue=2&episodePk.pkValue=2221665
derath
03-20-07, 05:58 PM
Yes it is. I still prefer the roads near my house. Similar kinds of hills. Better road surfaces. Less traffic.
-D
-D
donhaller
03-20-07, 06:30 PM
Yes it is. I still prefer the roads near my house. Similar kinds of hills. Better road surfaces. Less traffic.
-D
We had little or no traffic, and very rural out there in the Glenwood area.
-D
We had little or no traffic, and very rural out there in the Glenwood area.
donhaller
03-20-07, 06:33 PM
Pretty flat all the way, but a great easy night out on the bike rather than riding the trainer indoors!!!
I'm getting sick of riding in my basement about now!! :eek:
http://trail.motionbased.com/trail/invitation/email/accept.mb?senderPk.pkValue=109527&unitSystemPkValue=2&episodePk.pkValue=2286688
I'm getting sick of riding in my basement about now!! :eek:
http://trail.motionbased.com/trail/invitation/email/accept.mb?senderPk.pkValue=109527&unitSystemPkValue=2&episodePk.pkValue=2286688
derath
03-20-07, 06:55 PM
We had little or no traffic, and very rural out there in the Glenwood area.
I'm not saying it's bad out there. But I just like it up near me better. Probably also because I can just roll from the front door.
-D
I'm not saying it's bad out there. But I just like it up near me better. Probably also because I can just roll from the front door.
-D
NoRacer
03-21-07, 06:05 AM
Anyone up for some mountain climbing this Saturday?
http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/22706 <--- EDIT to add new map
Well, I've decided, after seeing the BBC's ride schedule, that I'll be riding with them this weekend. They have decent rides both Saturday and Sunday (lower York county ride and a ride to Delta, respectively). Both are half the distance that I've usually been doing, so this gives me a chance to check out my strenghts and weaknesses.
I'll ride the mountains when it gets much warmer and the trees are full of Spring growth.
http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/22706 <--- EDIT to add new map
Well, I've decided, after seeing the BBC's ride schedule, that I'll be riding with them this weekend. They have decent rides both Saturday and Sunday (lower York county ride and a ride to Delta, respectively). Both are half the distance that I've usually been doing, so this gives me a chance to check out my strenghts and weaknesses.
I'll ride the mountains when it gets much warmer and the trees are full of Spring growth.
derath
03-21-07, 06:18 AM
Well, I've decided, after seeing the BBC's ride schedule, that I'll be riding with them this weekend. They have decent rides both Saturday and Sunday (lower York county ride and a ride to Delta, respectively). Both are half the distance that I've usually been doing, so this gives me a chance to check out my strenghts and weaknesses.
I'll ride the mountains when it gets much warmer and the trees are full of Spring growth.
And by then I should be back in shape to keep you company
-D
I'll ride the mountains when it gets much warmer and the trees are full of Spring growth.
And by then I should be back in shape to keep you company
-D
NoRacer
03-21-07, 08:40 AM
And by then I should be back in shape to keep you company
-D
That'd be cool. Maybe other local BF members would be interested by then, too. !BF Photo-Op!
-D
That'd be cool. Maybe other local BF members would be interested by then, too. !BF Photo-Op!
derath
03-21-07, 09:36 AM
That'd be cool. Maybe other local BF members would be interested by then, too. !BF Photo-Op!
Definitely! I do enjoy riding out around Thurmont. Last big BF ride I did last year (Lancaster covered bridge) I forgot my camera :(
-D
Definitely! I do enjoy riding out around Thurmont. Last big BF ride I did last year (Lancaster covered bridge) I forgot my camera :(
-D
NoRacer
03-21-07, 09:58 AM
Definitely! I do enjoy riding out around Thurmont. Last big BF ride I did last year (Lancaster covered bridge) I forgot my camera :(
-D
I saw rumblings about that in Foo. Rumor has it that BDG may go on a road trip with her girlfriend and include that ride as one of her stops.
-D
I saw rumblings about that in Foo. Rumor has it that BDG may go on a road trip with her girlfriend and include that ride as one of her stops.
maxine
03-21-07, 10:26 AM
That'd be cool. Maybe other local BF members would be interested by then, too. !BF Photo-Op!
I will almost have no choice . . . in a fit of madness, I sent in a registration for the BBC's "Tour de Montes," and, mirabile dictu, I got in. Hills, hills, hills, here I come, all spring long!
What was I thinking?????? :eek:
I will almost have no choice . . . in a fit of madness, I sent in a registration for the BBC's "Tour de Montes," and, mirabile dictu, I got in. Hills, hills, hills, here I come, all spring long!
What was I thinking?????? :eek:
NoRacer
03-21-07, 10:31 AM
I will almost have no choice . . . in a fit of madness, I sent in a registration for the BBC's "Tour de Montes," and, mirabile dictu, I got in. Hills, hills, hills, here I come, all spring long!
What was I thinking?????? :eek:
Isn't that a multi-day ride? I've read about it (a little bit) in the BBC Newsletter. I usually can't get away for those types of events.
What was I thinking?????? :eek:
Isn't that a multi-day ride? I've read about it (a little bit) in the BBC Newsletter. I usually can't get away for those types of events.
maxine
03-21-07, 10:34 AM
Isn't that a multi-day ride? I've read about it (a little bit) in the BBC Newsletter. I usually can't get away for those types of events.
Yes, it's a Friday, Saturday, and Sunday thing, a little over 100 miles each day, somewhere out in the Western MD/PA mountains. (June 29, 30, and July 1.)
Yes, it's a Friday, Saturday, and Sunday thing, a little over 100 miles each day, somewhere out in the Western MD/PA mountains. (June 29, 30, and July 1.)
dingster1
03-21-07, 10:53 AM
Wow!!! Good luck!
maxine
03-21-07, 11:04 AM
Thanks, I will need it!!
RacerMike
03-21-07, 12:57 PM
One word. WINDY!!!
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Also Mike, I forgot my bud that has been riding in columbia with me on saturdays is in GA this weekend running a marathon. So I guess i don't have plans.
-D
Well I just found out I am teaching at a performance driving school on Saturday and competing in an autocross on Sunday so looks like riding will be minimal for me this weekend. To top it off, I have training all next week so my "vacation" appears to be over for the moment.
Dan or Don, either of you going to the HoCoCyclists ride tonight from Folly Quarter at 6pm? Look me up, I'll be the only tall guy on a Salsa.
Edit: I would like to try to get some longer (40+ miles) rides in tomorrow and Friday during the day if anyone is available.
Mike
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Also Mike, I forgot my bud that has been riding in columbia with me on saturdays is in GA this weekend running a marathon. So I guess i don't have plans.
-D
Well I just found out I am teaching at a performance driving school on Saturday and competing in an autocross on Sunday so looks like riding will be minimal for me this weekend. To top it off, I have training all next week so my "vacation" appears to be over for the moment.
Dan or Don, either of you going to the HoCoCyclists ride tonight from Folly Quarter at 6pm? Look me up, I'll be the only tall guy on a Salsa.
Edit: I would like to try to get some longer (40+ miles) rides in tomorrow and Friday during the day if anyone is available.
Mike
donhaller
03-21-07, 01:00 PM
Well I just found out I am teaching at a performance driving school on Saturday and competing in an autocross on Sunday so looks like riding will be minimal for me this weekend. To top it off, I have training all next week so my "vacation" appears to be over for the moment.
Dan or Don, either of you going to the HoCoCyclists ride tonight from Folly Quarter at 6pm? Look me up, I'll be the only tall guy on a Salsa.
Edit: I would like to try to get some longer (40+ miles) rides in tomorrow and Friday during the day if anyone is available.
Mike
No, I got to pick the wife up at MARC around 5:20 then decide if I'm riding inside or out tonight. I'd love to do Hoco ride but by the time I got up there they'd be long gone.
I'll plan to hook up with you one weeknight as the daylight gets longer.
Don
Dan or Don, either of you going to the HoCoCyclists ride tonight from Folly Quarter at 6pm? Look me up, I'll be the only tall guy on a Salsa.
Edit: I would like to try to get some longer (40+ miles) rides in tomorrow and Friday during the day if anyone is available.
Mike
No, I got to pick the wife up at MARC around 5:20 then decide if I'm riding inside or out tonight. I'd love to do Hoco ride but by the time I got up there they'd be long gone.
I'll plan to hook up with you one weeknight as the daylight gets longer.
Don
derath
03-21-07, 04:33 PM
Well I just found out I am teaching at a performance driving school on Saturday and competing in an autocross on Sunday so looks like riding will be minimal for me this weekend. To top it off, I have training all next week so my "vacation" appears to be over for the moment.
Dan or Don, either of you going to the HoCoCyclists ride tonight from Folly Quarter at 6pm? Look me up, I'll be the only tall guy on a Salsa.
Edit: I would like to try to get some longer (40+ miles) rides in tomorrow and Friday during the day if anyone is available.
Mike
Bummer. I guess I will be riding solo this weekend then. That's ok. I don't mind the solitude.
I will give you a call tomorrow after my meeting. Provided I can get my cranks back together.
-D
Dan or Don, either of you going to the HoCoCyclists ride tonight from Folly Quarter at 6pm? Look me up, I'll be the only tall guy on a Salsa.
Edit: I would like to try to get some longer (40+ miles) rides in tomorrow and Friday during the day if anyone is available.
Mike
Bummer. I guess I will be riding solo this weekend then. That's ok. I don't mind the solitude.
I will give you a call tomorrow after my meeting. Provided I can get my cranks back together.
-D
RacerMike
03-21-07, 06:02 PM
Well about 14 people showed up for the HoCoCyclists ride from Folly Quarter Middle School tonight. There were two options for the ride: 11 miles or 15 miles. About 10 people opted for the 15 mile ride and that is the way I went. Of the 14 people that showed there were 5 women: one of them played sweep for the 11 mile ride. The other 4 mostly kicked my arse. I finished with the group, but not without pain. I think I'll become a regular on this Wednesday ride, especially once the days get a little longer. Ride details below:
http://trail.motionbased.com/trail/activity/2292026
http://trail.motionbased.com/trail/activity/2292026
bobby c
03-21-07, 07:32 PM
Well about 14 people showed up for the HoCoCyclists ride from Folly Quarter Middle School tonight. There were two options for the ride: 11 miles or 15 miles. About 10 people opted for the 15 mile ride and that is the way I went. Of the 14 people that showed there were 5 women: one of them played sweep for the 11 mile ride. The other 4 mostly kicked my arse. I finished with the group, but not without pain. I think I'll become a regular on this Wednesday ride, especially once the days get a little longer. Ride details below:
http://trail.motionbased.com/trail/activity/2292026
So what would you say the level of riding is - A, B, C? Average speed?
http://trail.motionbased.com/trail/activity/2292026
So what would you say the level of riding is - A, B, C? Average speed?
NoRacer
03-21-07, 07:54 PM
So what would you say the level of riding is - A, B, C? Average speed?
It's all there under the Motionbased link--avg speed, climbing, % grade, etc.
It's all there under the Motionbased link--avg speed, climbing, % grade, etc.
derath
03-22-07, 07:15 AM
NO BIKE FOR YOU!
When wrenching goes wrong...
I guess i will be Mountain biking for the next few days.
-D
When wrenching goes wrong...
I guess i will be Mountain biking for the next few days.
-D
NoRacer
03-22-07, 07:44 AM
For those who bike commute to work, here is something you may want to address:
http://capwiz.com/lab/issues/alert/?alertid=8647031
You can send email or form letters to your representatives regarding this legislation.
Support the Bicycle Commuter Act
The Bicycle Commuter Act would extend the transportation fringe benefit, currently available to transit users and car drivers, to bicycle commuters. The legislation would provide a tax benefit to employers who offer cash reimbursements to an employee who commutes by bicycle, while helping defray the costs of commuting for the bicyclist. Congress should amend the tax code to allow this benefit.
http://capwiz.com/lab/issues/alert/?alertid=8647031
You can send email or form letters to your representatives regarding this legislation.
Support the Bicycle Commuter Act
The Bicycle Commuter Act would extend the transportation fringe benefit, currently available to transit users and car drivers, to bicycle commuters. The legislation would provide a tax benefit to employers who offer cash reimbursements to an employee who commutes by bicycle, while helping defray the costs of commuting for the bicyclist. Congress should amend the tax code to allow this benefit.
donhaller
03-22-07, 08:30 AM
For those who bike commute to work, here is something you may want to address:
http://capwiz.com/lab/issues/alert/?alertid=8647031
You can send email or form letters to your representatives regarding this legislation.
Sent!
http://capwiz.com/lab/issues/alert/?alertid=8647031
You can send email or form letters to your representatives regarding this legislation.
Sent!
NoRacer
03-22-07, 08:39 AM
Sent!
Great! That makes at least two of us!
Great! That makes at least two of us!
bobby c
03-22-07, 08:56 AM
Great! That makes at least two of us!
I like the fact that one of the original 2 sponsors of this bill was Mark Foley.:eek: Regardless, count me in!
I like the fact that one of the original 2 sponsors of this bill was Mark Foley.:eek: Regardless, count me in!
RacerMike
03-22-07, 09:20 AM
So what would you say the level of riding is - A, B, C? Average speed?
This is only the third time I've ridden with this group. The Wednesday ride is advertised as an "all pace" ride (A, B, C) with no drops. Once the weather gets a bit warmer they said they usually have 30+ people at the start, with B being the largest group. According to those that were there last night, this ride was a B pace, probably at the higher end. At any rate, seems like a really great group of people.
Mike
This is only the third time I've ridden with this group. The Wednesday ride is advertised as an "all pace" ride (A, B, C) with no drops. Once the weather gets a bit warmer they said they usually have 30+ people at the start, with B being the largest group. According to those that were there last night, this ride was a B pace, probably at the higher end. At any rate, seems like a really great group of people.
Mike
NoRacer
03-22-07, 07:21 PM
Looks like the weekend could be wet. :(
donhaller
03-22-07, 07:41 PM
Well, I started out on a ride that I thout would be around 15 miles tonight and wound up being around 21. I decided to ride from my house to the BWI trail, and do a loop around the airport. I screwed up and followed another bike path that connected to the B&A Trail. Once I found myself on the B&A trail I decided to just try to make it home using the B&A trail to East West Highway in Millersville and head back to Odenton that way. Well, it started getting dark, so I had to cut the ride short at 21 miles and hang out at my parents house until my wife cam and picked my lame butt up with the Xterra.
It was fun though. Nice and flat, but too many road crossings for my taste.
Here is the ride at MotionBased
http://trail.motionbased.com/trail/invitation/email/accept.mb?senderPk.pkValue=109527&unitSystemPkValue=2&episodePk.pkValue=2297831
Cheers!!
It was fun though. Nice and flat, but too many road crossings for my taste.
Here is the ride at MotionBased
http://trail.motionbased.com/trail/invitation/email/accept.mb?senderPk.pkValue=109527&unitSystemPkValue=2&episodePk.pkValue=2297831
Cheers!!
derath
03-22-07, 08:26 PM
Looks like the weekend could be wet. :(
Yea, actually makes me feel a bit better personally since the Giant is going to the shop tomorrow.
-D
Yea, actually makes me feel a bit better personally since the Giant is going to the shop tomorrow.
-D
NoRacer
03-23-07, 05:22 AM
Yea, actually makes me feel a bit better personally since the Giant is going to the shop tomorrow.
-D
Did you get your crank problem sorted out? Or, is that why it's going to the shop.
I did some maintenance last night. Pulled the chain, dipped it in solvant, dried it out and then soaked in White Lightning. While the chain was soaking in the lube, I pulled the cassette and cleaned it up. The drivetrain felt much better during the bike commute to work this morning.
-D
Did you get your crank problem sorted out? Or, is that why it's going to the shop.
I did some maintenance last night. Pulled the chain, dipped it in solvant, dried it out and then soaked in White Lightning. While the chain was soaking in the lube, I pulled the cassette and cleaned it up. The drivetrain felt much better during the bike commute to work this morning.
derath
03-23-07, 05:41 AM
Did you get your crank problem sorted out? Or, is that why it's going to the shop.
I did some maintenance last night. Pulled the chain, dipped it in solvant, dried it out and then soaked in White Lightning. While the chain was soaking in the lube, I pulled the cassette and cleaned it up. The drivetrain felt much better during the bike commute to work this morning.
Yep that is the reason. If I stand over the bike while stationary, and put my foot on the right pedal. With the pedal at 6 o'clock, and push down slightly I can feel movement and hear a click.
If I then push down slightly on the left pedal it does it again.
I tried pulling the cranks but it got a little ugly (http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?t=279683).
Otherwise I troubleshot the pedals (put another pair on) as well as cleaned up the drivetrain (chain, cassette, chainrings).
If it gets nice I will just mountain bike some. Good workout.
-D
I did some maintenance last night. Pulled the chain, dipped it in solvant, dried it out and then soaked in White Lightning. While the chain was soaking in the lube, I pulled the cassette and cleaned it up. The drivetrain felt much better during the bike commute to work this morning.
Yep that is the reason. If I stand over the bike while stationary, and put my foot on the right pedal. With the pedal at 6 o'clock, and push down slightly I can feel movement and hear a click.
If I then push down slightly on the left pedal it does it again.
I tried pulling the cranks but it got a little ugly (http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?t=279683).
Otherwise I troubleshot the pedals (put another pair on) as well as cleaned up the drivetrain (chain, cassette, chainrings).
If it gets nice I will just mountain bike some. Good workout.
-D
NoRacer
03-23-07, 06:25 AM
Yep that is the reason. If I stand over the bike while stationary, and put my foot on the right pedal. With the pedal at 6 o'clock, and push down slightly I can feel movement and hear a click.
If I then push down slightly on the left pedal it does it again.
I tried pulling the cranks but it got a little ugly (http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?t=279683).
Otherwise I troubleshot the pedals (put another pair on) as well as cleaned up the drivetrain (chain, cassette, chainrings).
If it gets nice I will just mountain bike some. Good workout.
-D
Well, that sux--about the hex bolt head rounding off. I'm very careful with the alloy bolts on my crank arms. I had a case, when I switched to the compact, where a bolt was promising to round off in future attempts to tighten or loosen. I'm glad that I had new bolts to use with the compact crank.
If I then push down slightly on the left pedal it does it again.
I tried pulling the cranks but it got a little ugly (http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?t=279683).
Otherwise I troubleshot the pedals (put another pair on) as well as cleaned up the drivetrain (chain, cassette, chainrings).
If it gets nice I will just mountain bike some. Good workout.
-D
Well, that sux--about the hex bolt head rounding off. I'm very careful with the alloy bolts on my crank arms. I had a case, when I switched to the compact, where a bolt was promising to round off in future attempts to tighten or loosen. I'm glad that I had new bolts to use with the compact crank.
derath
03-23-07, 09:11 AM
Well, that sux--about the hex bolt head rounding off. I'm very careful with the alloy bolts on my crank arms. I had a case, when I switched to the compact, where a bolt was promising to round off in future attempts to tighten or loosen. I'm glad that I had new bolts to use with the compact crank.
I know. I went as slowly as possible. When I put a torque wrench on the bolt first and checked, I sent it off the scale and the bolt would not budge. My guess is that the factory torqued them too high. On the one bolt I was able to get off I put it back on to torque specs and it will come back off now properly.
-D
I know. I went as slowly as possible. When I put a torque wrench on the bolt first and checked, I sent it off the scale and the bolt would not budge. My guess is that the factory torqued them too high. On the one bolt I was able to get off I put it back on to torque specs and it will come back off now properly.
-D
NoRacer
03-24-07, 09:05 PM
Awfully quiet in here lately. Have you folks been riding?
I'm riding to this one tomorrow (BBC ride):
SUNDAY
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18 MPH - 10 am - 52 miles
START: MSC - Manor Shopping Center
The old tried & true Delta ride. Will choose between the 2 rides. Lunch at Italian Restaurant in Delta. Moderately hilly with hilly sections.
The ride is 23 miles to and from Jacksonville, then 52 miles for the ride to and from Delta. So, I'll have close to a century by the time I get home. :)
I'm riding to this one tomorrow (BBC ride):
SUNDAY
======
18 MPH - 10 am - 52 miles
START: MSC - Manor Shopping Center
The old tried & true Delta ride. Will choose between the 2 rides. Lunch at Italian Restaurant in Delta. Moderately hilly with hilly sections.
The ride is 23 miles to and from Jacksonville, then 52 miles for the ride to and from Delta. So, I'll have close to a century by the time I get home. :)