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Forum: Road Cycling
08-18-10, 05:54 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,816
Posted By tobycat

Money no object? Ventoux!

Money no object? Ventoux!
Forum: Road Cycling
08-16-10, 05:40 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 617
Posted By tobycat

Not cracks but my FSA cranks had the same...

Not cracks but my FSA cranks had the same ultimate problem ... pedal loose. In my case the sleeve separated from the carbon. LBS got me another crank (Gossamer - not what I had) pretty cheap.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-16-10, 07:15 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 802
Posted By tobycat

I love the Gore cables. Much better shifting...

I love the Gore cables. Much better shifting performance with my SRAM Red (lighter touch). Wouldn't go back to standard cables again.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-14-10, 07:16 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,430
Posted By tobycat

Where do you get 40 calories per mile? That seems...

Where do you get 40 calories per mile? That seems very high. Given what you say you are eating during a century, you'll probably be gaining a couple of pounds!
Forum: Road Cycling
08-11-10, 05:12 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,534
Posted By tobycat

I've used them both but now I really like the new...

I've used them both but now I really like the new Pro Light better than both of those.
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
08-03-10, 11:51 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,121
Posted By tobycat

I can't even conceive of doing a ride that took...

I can't even conceive of doing a ride that took 10 hours start to finish.

Bless you!
Forum: Road Cycling
08-02-10, 12:13 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,980
Posted By tobycat

Whatever the weight, didn't they use SRM...

Whatever the weight, didn't they use SRM powermeters too? Could've saved some weight there.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-31-10, 06:28 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,261
Posted By tobycat

Try a Sci-Con saddle bag. No seat post attachment

Try a Sci-Con saddle bag. No seat post attachment
Forum: Road Cycling
07-25-10, 02:34 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,845
Posted By tobycat

I've had an Ionos since they came out and now...

I've had an Ionos since they came out and now have both a new Ionos and a Prol Light. Have to admit I like the Pro Light better. Feels lighter (obviously) though the fit takes some getting used to....
Forum: Road Cycling
07-21-10, 11:45 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,429
Posted By tobycat

I use Oakley Jawbones and they are great.

I use Oakley Jawbones and they are great.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-16-10, 11:49 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 863
Posted By tobycat

Agree that it was an absurdly high price for a...

Agree that it was an absurdly high price for a bike that old. You can do better.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-29-10, 11:07 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,800
Posted By tobycat

I change them before they need changing. Rather...

I change them before they need changing. Rather be safe than sorry.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-25-10, 11:44 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,724
Posted By tobycat

Those were pretty significant changes. 30 mm...

Those were pretty significant changes. 30 mm reduction in stem length is big. Did he adjust the saddle fore/aft position? Dropping the bars by an inch is also very significant but glad it feels...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
06-21-10, 12:29 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 6,077
Posted By tobycat

That type of regimented program is just what...

That type of regimented program is just what someone who is seeing their motivation dropping needs????

Sounds like a Carmichael program and those are tough to take even when you're paying!!
...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-21-10, 12:19 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,826
Posted By tobycat

I've had Zero Gs for 4 years now and really like...

I've had Zero Gs for 4 years now and really like them. Run DA on my other bike and the difference is small. Make sure you use the right pads and keep them adjusted (that goes for all brakes).
Forum: Road Cycling
03-16-10, 05:20 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 7,140
Posted By tobycat

Did this climb last summer for the second time....

Did this climb last summer for the second time. Last summer from 3500 feet to the summit was in a driving rainstorm with temps by the time I got to the summit in the low 50s. Did it in 3:50 but I was...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-16-10, 05:19 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 7,140
Posted By tobycat

Did this climb last summer for the second time....

Did this climb last summer for the second time. Last summer from 3500 feet to the summit was in a driving rainstorm with temps by the time I got to the summit in the low 50s. Did it in 3:50 but I was...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-16-10, 05:04 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,406
Posted By tobycat

I wash them and dry them. Never a problem.

I wash them and dry them. Never a problem.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-03-10, 09:04 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 1,894
Posted By tobycat

I'm pretty all around mediocre. Not very good at...

I'm pretty all around mediocre. Not very good at anything. Probably weakest at descending and sprinting but not really strong in any aspect.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-24-10, 04:06 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 8,031
Posted By tobycat

"The climb is 5 miles long at 12% ..."

"The climb is 5 miles long at 12% ..."
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-19-09, 09:27 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,424
Posted By tobycat

Not for nothing but where in New Jersey do you...

Not for nothing but where in New Jersey do you find a hill, 4 miles long that averages over 16%??? The highest point in NJ (High Point) is only 1800 feet. Your 4 mile climb would put you at 3000...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-21-09, 04:20 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,774
Posted By tobycat

Why not? Get your money's worth out of them?...

Why not? Get your money's worth out of them? They're tough and they'll hold up. Ride the hell out of them.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-19-09, 05:43 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,918
Posted By tobycat

Sidi Carbon Ergo

Sidi Carbon Ergo
Forum: Road Cycling
10-19-09, 11:04 AM
Replies: 113
Views: 7,025
Posted By tobycat

Next new bike I get I hope to have with...

Next new bike I get I hope to have with electronic shifting. Just hope the price comes down by then!!

No problem with the small problems people seem to be anticipating here. I carry a phone and I...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-15-09, 05:27 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 5,108
Posted By tobycat

Every summer I do a solo unsupported century...

Every summer I do a solo unsupported century (non-stop). Still shooting for 4:30 and have come very close but best is 4:33.

Doing it solo and counting total time means having to carry 4 bottles...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-25-09, 06:43 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 382
Posted By tobycat

Without knowing the conditions of the race -...

Without knowing the conditions of the race - terrain, competition level, pacelining, it is really impossible to say.

Were you hanging with a group? Solo? Was it truly a race and not a club ride or...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-25-09, 06:38 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,265
Posted By tobycat

Best wishes for your continued happiness!

Best wishes for your continued happiness!
Forum: Road Cycling
08-14-09, 08:09 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 3,159
Posted By tobycat

So you're the one who bought a Zune!

So you're the one who bought a Zune!
Forum: Road Cycling
08-08-09, 06:58 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 2,726
Posted By tobycat

Very nearly 100%

Very nearly 100%
Forum: Road Cycling
07-19-09, 09:28 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 894
Posted By tobycat

It is still all about calories in versus calories...

It is still all about calories in versus calories out. You'll be surprised at how few calories you burn while cycling and how quickly you can ingest more than you burned in a post ride pigout.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-12-09, 06:45 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,935
Posted By tobycat

Two points: 1. So you plan on buying a bike...

Two points:

1. So you plan on buying a bike the shop has in your size, in stock.
2. A whole 15-20 miles? That should settle it.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-09-09, 08:51 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 4,012
Posted By tobycat

I use them once a year in a 100 miles solo time...

I use them once a year in a 100 miles solo time trial. I raise the seat about a quarter inch and slide the saddle forward too. Not comfortable but more aerodynamic.

To be honest, I feel geeky the...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-02-09, 06:02 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,384
Posted By tobycat

Lots of choices as long as they are Bontrager!!!!

Lots of choices as long as they are Bontrager!!!!
Forum: Road Cycling
06-26-09, 07:54 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,360
Posted By tobycat

It's been raining here in the NE for almost a...

It's been raining here in the NE for almost a month straight. Sucks.

You tough it out and get on the road anyway but when you feel the water squishing out of your shoes, not fun.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-26-09, 04:56 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,731
Posted By tobycat

Never done a test ride. Never had a problem...

Never done a test ride. Never had a problem either. Know what I want in a bike. Do a lot of research. Know my specs very well. Very finicky about my component choice so I'm always doing a custom...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-22-09, 06:25 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 3,220
Posted By tobycat

Also more than 5 degrees below normal...

Also more than 5 degrees below normal temperatures.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-17-09, 07:58 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 870
Posted By tobycat

Just did a century last weekend. 3 bottles...

Just did a century last weekend.

3 bottles of Gatorade. Nothing to eat.

Probably not smart but I actually had negative splits and on a solo ride over rolling terrain with way too many turns and...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-16-09, 12:58 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 509
Posted By tobycat

You didn't ride because of a cold???

You didn't ride because of a cold???
Forum: Road Cycling
06-07-09, 03:03 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 4,819
Posted By tobycat

Carbon has no proven 50-80 year lifespan. ...

Carbon has no proven 50-80 year lifespan.

Not for nothing but who the hell wants the same bike for 50 years???

Steel bikes look dopey.

Steel bikes are heavy.

Steel bikes rust.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-04-09, 05:15 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 8,447
Posted By tobycat

I ride my 303s every day over the lousy chip seal...

I ride my 303s every day over the lousy chip seal and broken up country roads around here.

So far; so good.

Probably 5,000+ miles
Forum: Road Cycling
05-31-09, 03:16 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 8,899
Posted By tobycat

Can't be a Fred with those Assos shorts!

Can't be a Fred with those Assos shorts!
Forum: Road Cycling
05-27-09, 06:36 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,509
Posted By tobycat

Curiously enough, the Cervelo Test team all ride...

Curiously enough, the Cervelo Test team all ride S2s and not S3s (with the exception of Sastre who continues to ride the R3 SL when the road tips up).
Forum: Road Cycling
05-24-09, 02:44 PM
Replies: 158
Views: 8,881
Posted By tobycat

I have more money than mechanical skill. And...

I have more money than mechanical skill. And that's not saying much.

I view my bike as a tool, not a toy or a trophy. Ride it; don't admire it or fawn over it but I like good stuff that works well.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-09, 06:45 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,141
Posted By tobycat

Or you could go to a bike shop and get a Trek 2.1...

Or you could go to a bike shop and get a Trek 2.1 for ~$1300 along with full assembly, warranty, probably tune-ups, fit adjustments etc.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-28-09, 05:24 PM
Replies: 244
Views: 11,973
Posted By tobycat

3 and could go for 4 but for now ... 1....

3 and could go for 4 but for now ...

1. Cervelo R3
2. Moots Vamoots SL
3. Litespeed Classic

All road and all get plenty of miles so no one feels neglected.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-21-09, 05:50 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,546
Posted By tobycat

No way. Have a couple of friends who have had hip...

No way. Have a couple of friends who have had hip replacements and still ride aggressively and, here's the kicker, without pain!!
Forum: Road Cycling
04-19-09, 06:16 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,433
Posted By tobycat

Nope; Never have and at my age (56), in all...

Nope; Never have and at my age (56), in all probability, never will.

Start easy, ride hard, sleep well.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-15-09, 05:54 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 496
Posted By tobycat

I've had nothing but trouble with the HR function...

I've had nothing but trouble with the HR function on my PT. Saris sent me a new head unit (2.4) free since the old one was not picking up any HR on a non coded strap. New, coded strap and new head...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-06-09, 10:54 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 831
Posted By tobycat

I have multiple pairs of Assos bibs and use a...

I have multiple pairs of Assos bibs and use a large.

I am 5'9" and 150lbs. Large fits perfectly.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-30-09, 05:16 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,055
Posted By tobycat

I had a real tough time getting Vittoria Open...

I had a real tough time getting Vittoria Open Corsa on Zipp rims. I switched to Vredensteins and it is much easier - not easy, but much easier.
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