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Forum: Road Cycling
05-01-09, 09:54 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 613
Posted By par avion

There is no too old. Have fun riding. :thumb:

There is no too old. Have fun riding. :thumb:
Forum: Road Cycling
05-01-09, 09:49 AM
Replies: 152
Views: 8,635
Posted By par avion

Oops. :p

Oops. :p
Forum: Road Cycling
05-01-09, 09:47 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 6,706
Posted By par avion

Vittoria All-Weathers for one. Offhand I cant...

Vittoria All-Weathers for one. Offhand I cant think of anything else, but maybe Michelin has something. Ah yeah, as noted above, Vittoria tubulars as well.



Yeah, I'd have to agree with that on...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-01-09, 09:41 AM
Replies: 152
Views: 8,635
Posted By par avion

This thread clearly shows why there are more...

This thread clearly shows why there are more lurkers here than posters. Its really only worth reading here from time to time.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-01-09, 09:16 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 948
Posted By par avion

"Dont know" is an answer I like hearing in this...

"Dont know" is an answer I like hearing in this particular case. Thanks. :thumb:
Forum: Road Cycling
05-01-09, 08:47 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 5,726
Posted By par avion

This goes away after the first couple times you...

This goes away after the first couple times you shave your legs. They get used to it. Mine did anyway. Aloe gel or some sort of shaving gel afterwards can help these first couple times though. Then...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-01-09, 08:43 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,674
Posted By par avion

Wow @ the pictures. I picked up a nail once....

Wow @ the pictures. I picked up a nail once. Straight into the tire, as in the screw picture. The head of the nail was flush with the tire and I was concerned about the rim, but when I pulled it out,...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-01-09, 08:39 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 528
Posted By par avion

+1 to this. Just keep some of your used/worn...

+1 to this. Just keep some of your used/worn tires around from the season to use as trainer tires during the winter and you'll be fine. No need to change tires during the nicer months for...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-01-09, 08:11 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 948
Posted By par avion

This might be a good place for me to ask a...

This might be a good place for me to ask a slightly OT question:

For 705 users, how long does the unit stay charged on your rides?
Forum: Road Cycling
05-01-09, 07:52 AM
Replies: 152
Views: 8,635
Posted By par avion

Back to lurking. ;)

Back to lurking. ;)
Forum: Road Cycling
04-29-09, 09:19 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 4,865
Posted By par avion

I actually like riding in the rain. That said, I...

I actually like riding in the rain. That said, I dont care too much for starting my ride in the rain. What I usually do is check the weather reports for the week and plan my rides accordingly,...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-29-09, 08:37 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,370
Posted By par avion

Everything fits in my jersey pockets. I dont...

Everything fits in my jersey pockets. I dont really like the feel of saddle bag weight up under the saddle, so avoid using a saddle bag except on rides that exceed 60-70 miles where I might use one....
Forum: Road Cycling
04-28-09, 10:24 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 3,845
Posted By par avion

+1 LOOK Keo.

+1 LOOK Keo.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-27-09, 05:54 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 4,330
Posted By par avion

Yes! I wonder if I can ever drink from my water...

Yes! I wonder if I can ever drink from my water bottle again without thinking about this. :lol:

That's how I grab a drink from my water bottle too. Usually in a location I feel safe, one hand on...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-27-09, 05:39 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 785
Posted By par avion

Depends how you will ride it. To and from school...

Depends how you will ride it. To and from school with a bike like that is a no no. To ride for a decent amount of miles regularly, no price is too much provided you can afford it. I prefer my bikes...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-25-09, 07:17 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 3,851
Posted By par avion

This especially. Its far more efficient than...

This especially. Its far more efficient than trying to push a bigger gear up a hill. Generally speaking, because yes, there are times you wish to do this. I climb my fastest in lower gears, except...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-24-09, 09:28 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 2,984
Posted By par avion

Searching is of course a given on forums (for...

Searching is of course a given on forums (for most anyway) and I try always to search before creating a topic. Sometimes my searching isnt good and I duplicate something discussed before, but let's...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-24-09, 09:17 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,030
Posted By par avion

I consider myself lucky in that regard. So many...

I consider myself lucky in that regard. So many of my favorite rides can launch from my doorstep with a pretty wide variety of terrain and scenery and minimal traffic (once I get out of town, which...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-24-09, 09:06 AM
Replies: 786
Views: 127,678
Posted By par avion

I did! (Just dont tell anyone I had a significant...

I did! (Just dont tell anyone I had a significant head start on the peloton and its all good). :D

I found a really nice couple from Switzerland to take the picture for me. He deserves all the...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-24-09, 07:57 AM
Replies: 786
Views: 127,678
Posted By par avion

2005 TDF on the Port de Pailhères. ...

2005 TDF on the Port de Pailhères.
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c299/aeralure/leaders_02.jpg

From the top of the Port de Pailhères....
Forum: Road Cycling
04-23-09, 01:28 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 2,481
Posted By par avion

I prefer both. As said, each has its place,...

I prefer both. As said, each has its place, although due to my schedule and ease of making that work when riding solo, most of my rides are alone.

If I had to pick one final ride though, it would...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-23-09, 07:59 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,403
Posted By par avion

New shorts. Unfortunately all bib shorts are not...

New shorts. Unfortunately all bib shorts are not created equal.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-22-09, 08:55 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,274
Posted By par avion

Hang in there. Its a long and gradual process....

Hang in there. Its a long and gradual process. All of us here explode at some point. The trick is simply to build over time so that you explode later and later, so that you can do longer and longer...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-22-09, 08:36 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,274
Posted By par avion

Ah, yeah. That's all I was trying to say. We...

Ah, yeah. That's all I was trying to say. We agree. :thumb:
Forum: Road Cycling
04-22-09, 08:31 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,274
Posted By par avion

Work in the gym on specific leg muscle groups...

Work in the gym on specific leg muscle groups will indeed build leg strength, as the OP asked for. The routines noted by Randochap are indeed a good place to start. There's also a benefit, as you...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-22-09, 08:15 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,669
Posted By par avion

You could probably take out a Smart Car. Maybe...

You could probably take out a Smart Car. Maybe even a Prius. :crash:
Forum: Road Cycling
04-22-09, 06:58 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,274
Posted By par avion

2x20s and climbing. Imho, the gym does not help...

2x20s and climbing. Imho, the gym does not help cycling-specific power at all. Just ride. A lot.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-22-09, 06:10 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,984
Posted By par avion

Very nice! I'm jealous that you're close enough...

Very nice! I'm jealous that you're close enough to make a few weekend trips. Congrats on going back soon. ;)

I was in France in 2005 and rode up the Port de Pailheres in July to catch a Tour...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-22-09, 06:02 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 975
Posted By par avion

+1 on using chamois creme. Vaseline is right out....

+1 on using chamois creme. Vaseline is right out. Probably this will solve your problem.

If it doesnt, there's a chance it could be your saddle. Too much padding for a road bike could be...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-22-09, 05:53 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,027
Posted By par avion

Ooh, I like that Bianchi jersey. The Rapha...

Ooh, I like that Bianchi jersey.

The Rapha Andy Hampston is pretty nice. So is the Rapha Condor, but its black with simply pink cuffs. Bear in mind the Rapha jerseys are Sportwool. You could also...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-22-09, 05:31 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,659
Posted By par avion

:D I pretty much agree. Pedals for use on the...

:D I pretty much agree. Pedals for use on the road? Road system. :innocent: I guess some might use another system for commuting or what not, but, when I did that, I simply had some shoes and a few...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-22-09, 07:13 AM
Replies: 141
Views: 57,527
Posted By par avion

Very nice build and write-up. Imho, though, the...

Very nice build and write-up. Imho, though, the reflector just has to go.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-20-09, 02:49 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,879
Posted By par avion

Campagnolo. I was a long-time Shimano rider until...

Campagnolo. I was a long-time Shimano rider until a new bike purchase prompted me to have a look across the aisle, and I have never looked back. I've got a set of Record 10. May upgrade to 11 at some...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-20-09, 02:23 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,102
Posted By par avion

I used to wear a head sweat. They work great. I...

I used to wear a head sweat. They work great. I find the cotton cycling caps, as said, get damp in the first 20 minutes and cease to b a benefit of any sort. I've no need for a cover over the top of...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-18-09, 10:43 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 526
Posted By par avion

Thanks Trinity. I'm thinking of maybe picking up...

Thanks Trinity. I'm thinking of maybe picking up the Assos F.I. Mille S5 and playing it safe(r).
Forum: Road Cycling
04-18-09, 08:51 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 526
Posted By par avion

Clothing question: Castelli vs Campy

Need opinions if anyone has experience with either brand's bibs. I needed a replacement pair and tried Craft's Performance level, but the chamois is horrible. I tried a lower level Campy bib short...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-13-09, 02:56 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,733
Posted By par avion

I prefer quarter.

I prefer quarter.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-13-09, 08:12 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,151
Posted By par avion

Rock on. I'd ride that and I'd wear some...

Rock on. I'd ride that and I'd wear some pink/white to go with it. Whatever you do, if you buy it, dont replace the fork. It defeats the purpose. Either go with it as it is, or get a non-limited...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
04-10-09, 08:54 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 894
Posted By par avion

Cycling or spectating? I went in 2005 with my...

Cycling or spectating? I went in 2005 with my bike and rode all over southern France. I stayed near Rennes-le-Château. The Tour came through and on that day I rode south into the Pyrénees and up the...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
11-08-08, 09:24 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,200
Posted By par avion

I did it in 2005. I stayed near Rennes les...

I did it in 2005. I stayed near Rennes les Chateau and rode all around that part and France for a couple weeks. A couple days down into the Pyrenees and up the Port de Pailheres, one of which was to...
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