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Forum: Road Cycling
07-05-08, 04:40 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 4,733
Posted By crisi13

You found the reason I get to buy whatever I want...

You found the reason I get to buy whatever I want for cycling...my husband is a duck and bow hunter and a bass fisherman...I just say "oh by the way, I spent $$ on some new cycling shorts", and he...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-24-08, 07:18 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,451
Posted By crisi13

Here ya go! ...

Here ya go!

http://i131.photobucket.com/albums/p308/crisi13_photos/RedBikeShorts.jpg
Forum: Training & Nutrition
06-24-08, 07:08 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 617
Posted By crisi13

Meal Plans

I have been trying forever to find a meal plan that works. By works, I mean a meal plan that is easy to understand and use and provides a variety of foods. During my MANY MANY hours on google and...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
06-24-08, 07:01 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,019
Posted By crisi13

I HAVE to use one with no added iron. The only...

I HAVE to use one with no added iron. The only time I've ever taken a multi with iron, I was so fatigued that the doctor thought I had mono. He tested me for it twice! Then he thought to check my...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-24-08, 08:22 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 2,524
Posted By crisi13

Very true! I used to be that impatient driver...

Very true! I used to be that impatient driver thinking these darn cyclists need to get off the road (I never honked, shouted, made obscene gestures...just seethed on the inside). Now, I hold...
Forum: Southeast
06-19-08, 07:59 PM
Replies: 166
Views: 8,602
Posted By crisi13

Moyock, NC...right on the Virginia border.

Moyock, NC...right on the Virginia border.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-19-08, 07:49 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 16,302
Posted By crisi13

I'm not sure that I could use the...

I'm not sure that I could use the mentholated...being a woman...that just sounds like it would hurt. However, I do agree with the powder. I use a talc free powder that I rub into my chammois before...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-19-08, 01:29 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,672
Posted By crisi13

Talked to the local store...the guy tried it and...

Talked to the local store...the guy tried it and said..."WTF...oh sorry ma'am, I'm sure it's a temporary problems, Thanks for letting us know."
Forum: Road Cycling
06-19-08, 01:22 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,672
Posted By crisi13

I thought you were joking, so I went to my...

I thought you were joking, so I went to my bookmark and the same thing happened...WTF?
Forum: Road Cycling
06-19-08, 12:28 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 448
Posted By crisi13

From personal experience....go ahead and spend...

From personal experience....go ahead and spend the money the first time...it's A LOT more expensive to upgrade when she falls in love with cycling!! I bought a Hybrid in February and traded it on a...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-19-08, 10:34 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 4,729
Posted By crisi13

You beat me to it...this WILL BE my next set up!!

You beat me to it...this WILL BE my next set up!!
Forum: Road Cycling
06-19-08, 10:27 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 424
Posted By crisi13

Road shoes with crank brothers quattro pedals ...

Road shoes with crank brothers quattro pedals

http://www.performancebike.com/shop/profile.cfm?SKU=21959&estore_ID=1736
Forum: Road Cycling
06-13-08, 11:19 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,982
Posted By crisi13

I have a set of road shoes with quattro...

I have a set of road shoes with quattro (eggbeater pedals) on my bike and I have a pair of mtb shoes that I use in SPIN class. They are pretty much the same quality...not top of the line but decent...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
06-13-08, 11:06 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,312
Posted By crisi13

15% minimum. I mean they are touching your naked...

15% minimum. I mean they are touching your naked body...it only seems fair to me! I usually tip waiters more than 15% and they can't even seem to refill my tea glass!
Forum: Training & Nutrition
06-13-08, 11:03 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,483
Posted By crisi13

I agree, but it took me A LONG time to figure out...

I agree, but it took me A LONG time to figure out how to get brown rice to come out right. I have finally learned to saute the uncooked rice in a skillet before adding liquid (preferrably some type...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
06-13-08, 10:59 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,483
Posted By crisi13

I agree with you on the whole wheat pastas and...

I agree with you on the whole wheat pastas and most of the other "health" pastas, but a friend suggested the Barilla so I tried it as my final attempt at finding a healthy pasta. We really like it...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
06-12-08, 06:29 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,483
Posted By crisi13

Barilla makes a whole grain pasta that has 17g of...

Barilla makes a whole grain pasta that has 17g of protein (if you eat 4oz). My husband and I actually like it better than regular pasta.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-11-08, 03:12 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 5,353
Posted By crisi13

Well, I see lots of cyclists as my local...

Well, I see lots of cyclists as my local Starbucks espcially since one of the best LBS in the area is right next door!
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
06-02-08, 06:19 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 9,654
Posted By crisi13

Road Bike...I was in the same position a couple...

Road Bike...I was in the same position a couple of months ago. I actually bought the 7.2fx in February and traded it in on the Lemond Tourmalet in March...definitely not cost effective!! If you...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
05-13-08, 05:36 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 803
Posted By crisi13

Look at Mapquest. You can route it to avoid toll...

Look at Mapquest. You can route it to avoid toll roads and highways. Although there is no way around the Chesapeake bay Bridge Tunnel. You'll have to find a ride across that. Good luck...sounds...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-09-08, 08:31 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,315
Posted By crisi13

NEVER EVER mark something as "fragile"...When I...

NEVER EVER mark something as "fragile"...When I as in the Navy, I worked in a post office for a week...anything marked fragile was treated extra roughly (not by me...but by the people bringing in the...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-07-08, 11:00 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,522
Posted By crisi13

I just changed from Speedplays to Quattros. I...

I just changed from Speedplays to Quattros. I liked the float of the speedplays and they were extremely easy to clip in and out. The major problem that I had was stopping and the big metal cleat...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-05-08, 08:18 AM
Replies: 126
Views: 7,848
Posted By crisi13

I have a feeling this is going to hurt! ...

I have a feeling this is going to hurt!

Bike - $800 (got $350 discount for trading in Hybrid that I had bought 1 month prior...won't get into that)
Used Seat - $40
New Seat since I didn't like...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
05-04-08, 07:41 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 879
Posted By crisi13

Update: I put the Quattro Pedals on my bike and...

Update: I put the Quattro Pedals on my bike and put the cleats on my road shoes to try that first. WHAT A DIFFERENCE!!! I have NO problems stopping with these cleats. I'm off the saddle with my...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
05-04-08, 07:46 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 10,433
Posted By crisi13

I know nothing about the dolce, but that seems a...

I know nothing about the dolce, but that seems a little high for the 1.2. When I was looking about a month ago, the 1.2 was only $600-700 and you could get the 2.1 for $1000. Of course, that may...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
04-30-08, 10:47 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 10,433
Posted By crisi13

From personal experience...if there is even an...

From personal experience...if there is even an inkling in your mind that you might want to do club rides or longer rides on weekends (not racing)...get a road bike. I bought a Hybrid in February...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-30-08, 10:37 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 416
Posted By crisi13

Cateye V3...I love mine!

Cateye V3...I love mine!
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
04-29-08, 12:27 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 879
Posted By crisi13

I went to the LBS today. We have figured out two...

I went to the LBS today. We have figured out two things 1.) I'm sliding on the speedplay cleat and losing my balance. 2.) I am so terrified of the cleat that I'm scared to put my foot down which is...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
04-28-08, 07:02 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 879
Posted By crisi13

I would like to thank everyone for all of the...

I would like to thank everyone for all of the great advice. Although, I do feel a little stupid for having such a problem...it's nice knowing that I can swallow my pride, ask, and receive great...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
04-28-08, 04:24 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 879
Posted By crisi13

This is actually the setup that I'm considering...

This is actually the setup that I'm considering changing to. I read a lot about the Crank Bros. Pedals last night and everyone seems to like them. I'm probably going to go with mtb shoes and either...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
04-27-08, 06:45 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 879
Posted By crisi13

I guess I am. I just tried it and with my left...

I guess I am. I just tried it and with my left foot clipped in and I'm putting my tippy toes down before sliding off the saddle. I can barely touch the ground from the saddle so I do have to slide...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-27-08, 06:06 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 593
Posted By crisi13

Find a spin class!

Find a spin class!
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
04-27-08, 06:01 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 879
Posted By crisi13

I'm on a 49cm Lemond (wsd). I guess the frame...

I'm on a 49cm Lemond (wsd). I guess the frame size is right...it's what the lbs said I should get. Here's a pic.

http://i131.photobucket.com/albums/p308/crisi13_photos/MeandMyBike.jpg
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
04-27-08, 05:38 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 879
Posted By crisi13

So I practiced a little more today and I think...

So I practiced a little more today and I think I've figured out what is happening. I am pretty short (5'3) and to get off of my bike, I have to lean a lot and use my tippy toes. The metal of the...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
04-27-08, 02:04 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 879
Posted By crisi13

Well, I do want to stay with clipless...and I...

Well, I do want to stay with clipless...and I know I will eventually get better at it. I was just wondering if the larger "platform" of the look and shimano pedals made it easier when stopping.
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
04-27-08, 01:08 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 879
Posted By crisi13

Need Pedal Help...kinda long

I have done a lot of searches, but can't seem to find an answer to my specific problem. I'm new to cycling, so I'm still trying to get everything figured out. I got my bike a couple of weeks ago...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-22-08, 07:35 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 556
Posted By crisi13

I think I've seen on here that cannondale makes...

I think I've seen on here that cannondale makes one just like this. Found a link...i think it was one like this http://planocycling.com/itemdetails.cfm?catalogId=39&id=10918 You might want to...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-22-08, 07:29 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,424
Posted By crisi13

I don't think these gels and bars are "clean" in...

I don't think these gels and bars are "clean" in anyway. However, for most cyclists who don't care they are convenient. If you do care about these things, there are plenty of other options. You...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-21-08, 07:45 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,602
Posted By crisi13

Several things (I've dealt with (and am...

Several things (I've dealt with (and am constantly dealing with) the same problem)

1. Remember 2000 calories of good nutritious whole food is A LOT more food than "empty calories"
2. Make sure...
Forum: Charity Events
04-20-08, 09:06 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,380
Posted By crisi13

Try to come up with Fundraising ideas...Any Interest

Hello! I signed up to do the Sea Gull Century with Team in Training (Leukemia & Lymphoma Society). This is my first charity ride and the first time I've tried to raise money since selling candy...
Forum: Southeast
04-19-08, 06:59 PM
Replies: 4,826
Views: 460,038
Posted By crisi13

I did my first group ride today!!! I rode with...

I did my first group ride today!!! I rode with the "C" pace group. We did 21.03 miles at an average speed of 14.6 mph. It was an awesome ride. This was my longest ride to date (just got my road...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-13-08, 06:43 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 598
Posted By crisi13

I'm not sure how much would be considered too...

I'm not sure how much would be considered too much. I do know that they recommend not taking fiber at the same time you take a birth control pill as it will inhibit the absorption of the BCP. ...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
04-12-08, 06:59 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 934
Posted By crisi13

Yeah, when they offered me my money back on the...

Yeah, when they offered me my money back on the hybrid, I couldn't refuse. I'm already soooo glad that I made the switch. I've ridden 21 miles since I got home last night and am planning on another...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
04-12-08, 06:54 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 517
Posted By crisi13

Great Job...I didn't have problems reading...

Great Job...I didn't have problems reading it...probably because you type the way I talk!!! Anyways, I'm planning my first metric at the end of the month. I hope I can do half as well!!!
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
04-11-08, 07:23 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 934
Posted By crisi13

Quick Update...I am now the VERY proud owner of a...

Quick Update...I am now the VERY proud owner of a 2008 Lemond Tourmalet with Speedplay fast action pedals and a Cateye V3 cyclecomputer. I went for a 13 mile ride tonight...almost triple the mileage...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
04-11-08, 09:05 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 934
Posted By crisi13

I'm going in this afternoon to try out the...

I'm going in this afternoon to try out the Tourmalet. They also have a 07 Trek 5.2 S.P.A in my size that they want to get rid of. It's WAY more than I want to spend, but I talked to the manager...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-10-08, 08:44 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 583
Posted By crisi13

V-8 is a great easy way to get more...

V-8 is a great easy way to get more veggies...just make sure it's the low sodium
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-10-08, 08:42 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,860
Posted By crisi13

Try things like Sugar Free Jello, Sugar Free...

Try things like Sugar Free Jello, Sugar Free Fudge Pops, Sugar Free Skinny Cow Ice Cream Cakes etc. I have a HUGE sweet tooth and have been able to lose 25lbs by switching to these items. I can now...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-10-08, 07:38 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,595
Posted By crisi13

Here's the link for it on amazon: ...

Here's the link for it on amazon:

http://www.amazon.com/Sigg-Sport-Design-Bottle-0-75-Liters/dp/B000R7LAT6/ref=pd_bbs_sr_2?ie=UTF8&s=sporting-goods&qid=1207877763&sr=8-2


It's not heavy at all...
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