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Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-11-09, 08:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 728
Posted By pcrman

I knew I could count on you guys- thanks for the...

I knew I could count on you guys- thanks for the info!!!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-11-09, 07:49 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 728
Posted By pcrman

In my future... I hope. Paramount

My Father in law passed away 6 years ago, and my wife and her sis are finally (long story) getting around to obtaining some of his estate items, one of which is a red 1973 Paramount.
It has been...
Forum: Commuting
06-05-09, 12:45 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,646
Posted By pcrman

I commute a 36 mile round-trip three to four...

I commute a 36 mile round-trip three to four times a week in the Speedplay Zeros. No problems whatsoever.
If I could just get the wind to be at my back...
Forum: Commuting
06-05-09, 12:42 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 3,810
Posted By pcrman

Who gives a crap. Deal.

Who gives a crap. Deal.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-23-09, 03:44 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,522
Posted By pcrman

I don't know about Sidi's, but I ran a 45 in a...

I don't know about Sidi's, but I ran a 45 in a shimano mtn bike shoe and a 45.5 in the Gaerne. They do have more room in the toe box, which is why I got them since I wear an 11 EEE (wide foot).
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
05-21-09, 06:02 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,194
Posted By pcrman

I work with two guys who knew him (and one who...

I work with two guys who knew him (and one who raced with him)- according to them he was a great guy and a very good cyclist (dominanting in the triathalon). He also leaves behind five kids and a...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-09, 05:51 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,222
Posted By pcrman

I have a Felt Z35- same geometry and less groupo...

I have a Felt Z35- same geometry and less groupo (105) than the Z25. VERY comfortable bike. I use it for commuting (36 mile round trip) three times a week and hammer on the weekends. It handles...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-19-09, 10:29 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 3,772
Posted By pcrman

I initially thought dehydration too, since I...

I initially thought dehydration too, since I don't typically drink much water. But I have gone out twice and loaded up before, during, and after and still get them. I should also say it happens when...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-19-09, 10:12 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 3,772
Posted By pcrman

What about honey? Pure carbs, no? I slammed two...

What about honey? Pure carbs, no? I slammed two Gu's on a 40 mile ride spaced evenly apart and they helped with headaches I usually get on hard efforts.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-19-09, 09:59 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 5,725
Posted By pcrman

Egyptian women in the time of Cleopatra shaved...

Egyptian women in the time of Cleopatra shaved because they learned that hair promotes odor... granted I never smelled stench on someone's legs but for your pits and other nether regions it works.
I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-19-09, 09:49 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 22,140
Posted By pcrman

I put a Campy Veloce FD (new) on my 83 Peugeot. ...

I put a Campy Veloce FD (new) on my 83 Peugeot. Due to the narrow tube and lack of a cable-stop, you need to do the following:

Get a clamp-on cable stop, it's just a clamp-type fitting that...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-19-09, 10:43 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 780
Posted By pcrman

Thanks. Actually the last time I took it in they...

Thanks. Actually the last time I took it in they said the rear hanger was bent and they fixed it. I'll check the chain for wear. I am surprised they don't last longer.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-18-09, 10:53 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 780
Posted By pcrman

105 woes

I have a 09 Felt Z35 with 105 group. Compact 50/34, 11/25 cassette. I have had continual probs with the RD when climbing in the small chainring--skipping around on the cassette intermittently. I...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-14-09, 11:04 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,051
Posted By pcrman

I would say use the stickies- every time you...

I would say use the stickies- every time you apply brakes your cable will slightly move and rub the frame. So it's not really road vibrations you need to worry about.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-22-09, 10:55 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 3,376
Posted By pcrman

I just went from spd mtn to speedplay zero...

I just went from spd mtn to speedplay zero (stainless spindle) and heat moldable LG shoes. Price was not an issue.
One word after a few weeks riding

Awesome.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-21-09, 04:56 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,025
Posted By pcrman

I know this sounds silly, but check your headset....

I know this sounds silly, but check your headset. I heard rattling and clicking, sounded like it was coming from the rear wheel- turned out the headset was loose.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-09-09, 05:51 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,184
Posted By pcrman

I got a the Felt ^ back in Oct 2008 and love it. ...

I got a the Felt ^ back in Oct 2008 and love it. I ride/commute around 60-100 miles a week, no complaints. Best thing is to test ride everything you can get your hands on. For me I instantly new...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-09-09, 05:42 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 7,013
Posted By pcrman

I have been reading cycling mags for the last 6...

I have been reading cycling mags for the last 6 months, and have decided Bicycling magazine is just plain juvenile, and will not be reading it any more.
On the other hand, I like Cycling Plus....
Forum: Road Cycling
04-09-09, 10:41 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,609
Posted By pcrman

I wasn't going to go there ^. Thanks (not really)...

I wasn't going to go there ^. Thanks (not really) for stepping up.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-02-09, 07:44 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 594
Posted By pcrman

Congrats on your loss- keep it up! I am also...

Congrats on your loss- keep it up!
I am also curious about the food allergy, I have a friend who thinks he is allergic to the same thing but he is a hypochondriac and I am skeptical. Besides the...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-02-09, 07:39 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 565
Posted By pcrman

It is great to see how people lose weight and...

It is great to see how people lose weight and enjoy doing it at the same time. I hear you guys about the caloric intake- with so many diets and so-called shortcuts for me the bottom line in losing...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-02-09, 11:06 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 565
Posted By pcrman

No- congratulations to YOU! That is awesome, way...

No- congratulations to YOU! That is awesome, way to go. Before you know it you will achieve your goals.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-01-09, 10:08 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 748
Posted By pcrman

I am an 11 EEE, and have some freakish feet...

I am an 11 EEE, and have some freakish feet (according to anyone who has the pleasure of seeing them). Very wide "toe box" with some tight toe tendons that pull my toes upwards when my feet are...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-01-09, 09:57 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 565
Posted By pcrman

I admit that I am north of 40 y.o., my metabolism...

I admit that I am north of 40 y.o., my metabolism has slowed a lot the last 10 yrs, and perhaps if I adhered to a stricter diet I would see greater benefits. But hey, I love good food too much! I...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-01-09, 10:50 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 565
Posted By pcrman

Burn rate and a magic number

Well, it's magic for me, at least. 199 on the scale last night, I honestly can't remember the last time I saw that. I have been north of 200 (217-223) for years; finally got off my duff and started...
Forum: Northern California
03-30-09, 10:14 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,524
Posted By pcrman

Wow, that brings back memories- I grew up in...

Wow, that brings back memories- I grew up in Hollister and spent a lot of time in those hills. Beautiful country, I think. Thanks for the pics! I have to get out of Sacramento and ride there.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-21-09, 05:32 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,136
Posted By pcrman

Two finicky mechanics told me not to put a campy...

Two finicky mechanics told me not to put a campy chorus crankset onto a shimano BB (on my mid-80's peugeot) due to different taper specs. Yet another mechanic told me it would work fine, but that...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-21-09, 02:35 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,598
Posted By pcrman

I hear the fatties have an extra bone in their...

I hear the fatties have an extra bone in their body. Do you?
Forum: Road Cycling
03-14-09, 03:49 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,874
Posted By pcrman

Just saw the Flying Scotsman on Showtime- great...

Just saw the Flying Scotsman on Showtime- great movie and insight into a piece of cycling history.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-10-09, 04:46 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,611
Posted By pcrman

That red cable-ing does not work for me.....

That red cable-ing does not work for me.. distracting. Rest of the bike is very sharp- well done.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-06-09, 10:34 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,883
Posted By pcrman

A rhythmic clicking on my Felt was due to a...

A rhythmic clicking on my Felt was due to a pedal... it took way too long to figure that out.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-26-09, 05:47 PM
Replies: 130
Views: 7,491
Posted By pcrman

Didn't happen to me but I caused it- I was...

Didn't happen to me but I caused it-
I was around 9 years old, fighting with my older brother. He came flying down the street on his BMX laughing and taunting me, so I picked up the nearest thing...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-03-09, 02:55 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 652
Posted By pcrman

I think what you mean to call this treatment is...

I think what you mean to call this treatment is the Freudian Slip.
Forum: Northern California
12-20-08, 11:12 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,040
Posted By pcrman

Try Ikon Cycles- 18th and L. Small shop, great...

Try Ikon Cycles- 18th and L. Small shop, great service, custom-fitting.
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
12-07-08, 01:16 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 817
Posted By pcrman

Thanks for the support- I am making good gains in...

Thanks for the support- I am making good gains in my fitness. Keeping up regular rides to work and 30-50 mile rides on weekends. I went out with most of the same guys on a 50mile ride (Cantelow) a...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-06-08, 09:12 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 538
Posted By pcrman

Good job on the ride! As far as the saddle goes...

Good job on the ride! As far as the saddle goes get a high quality properly fitted one. It seems to me that flex and proper width is critical. The seat has to fit between your ass bones (ischial...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
10-18-08, 05:10 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 817
Posted By pcrman

First century- Foxy Falls

What a blast! My quads are jello but I made it, 6hrs 45 min. I took off in the am and went for about 20 miles with my friends racing group- I have never ridden in a group like that and it was...
Forum: Introductions
10-08-08, 12:50 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 175
Posted By pcrman

Sacramento CA checking in...

Hi all,
Just started riding to work a few months ago, 18 miles one way. I try to commute by bike 3 times a week, and am slowly working my way up in frequency,speed, etc. Also just bought a new 09...
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