Do you feel shame when you have to "hike a bike"?
09-27-09, 05:50 PM
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I could test that theory for you since we are both from NorCal. Race? Not to sound too insane but I'm dropping roadies on my pavement rides. Only rule would be is that he would have to use a mountain bike since I don't have a road bike. I'd prefer that he use a 26er if possible, but both 26er and 29er would be allowed. He could use a 26er HT or FS...but if he used a 29er it would have to be an FS . I would pick the course..about 50 miles.
09-27-09, 05:55 PM
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I went to a cyclocross clinic yesterday simply to practice getting off the bike when the trail becomes too difficult.
09-27-09, 06:21 PM
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09-27-09, 08:55 PM
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Hey b2b-
You've been around here longer than me. Have any e-races ever materialized into the real thing?
If so, how's about regaling us with a tale........
You've been around here longer than me. Have any e-races ever materialized into the real thing?
If so, how's about regaling us with a tale........
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09-29-09, 11:39 AM
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Hike a Bike
I don't feel any shame when I have to stop driving, pull into a gas station, and refuel. So I don't feel ashamed when I run out of "gas" on the trail and have to walk until I have enough "fuel" back in my legs to go again.
09-29-09, 11:58 AM
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I was ambling along a fire road one day, enjoying the breeze and looking at things while the bike's freewheel clicked along beside me. Many of the mountain bikers going up asked if I was OK. "I'm doing fine, thanks. Just enjoying the day." I walk to look at birds, flowers, views, avoid deep ruts, stay warm on long descents on cold days, get through loose stuff or any other reason. I figure it's all under muscle power so use what's appropriate to the conditions.
09-30-09, 08:38 PM
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there always seem to be climbs that kick my butt; but if I keep at it ; I end up winning; but it may take some time. As long as I do better at each try; I don t feel bad. The Thing I know is when I win there is always a new climg just waiting for me ;to make me humble again.
Have Fun
Jim
Have Fun
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10-01-09, 05:25 PM
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Sometimes I feel like I've wimped out when I walk a technical section of trail, but it's usually only a short distance and reminds me that I'm pushing the edge of my skills. A good thing.
10-01-09, 05:47 PM
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X2... If I know I can do.... or I have done it I feel shame... So I keep trying till I make it (Within reason)
10-01-09, 05:49 PM
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None that I'm aware of, just lots of talk. I think it doesn't come to fruition, mostly because being faster doesn't equal right, smarter, or better educated on the subject that started the debate.
10-01-09, 07:38 PM
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if it's a race, i shoulder the bike and sprint up. I pass many attempting to ride up and pass even more walking.
i should try cyclocross sometime...
i should try cyclocross sometime...
