Go Back  Bike Forums > Search Forums
Reload this Page >

Search Results

Notices
 
Search: Posts Made By: Magnificent777
Showing results 1 to 50 of 106
Search took 0.04 seconds.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-09-12, 11:05 PM
Replies: 27,391
Views: 18,376,845
Posted By Magnificent777

05-09-12, 10:43 PM
Replies: 7,836
Views: 2,860,954
Posted By Magnificent777

Forum: Great Lakes
05-09-12, 10:31 PM
Replies: 6,086
Views: 324,810
Posted By Magnificent777

My Ride Saturday

I'll ride tomorrow. Here is group ride from Saturday.

http://connect.garmin.com/activity/175008262#.T6Vxsm_Z1CA.facebook
Forum: Commuting
05-09-12, 10:22 PM
Forum: Road Cycling
03-26-12, 03:31 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 4,651
Posted By Magnificent777

Thanks. I did add photos and little more...

Thanks. I did add photos and little more information.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-26-12, 10:22 AM
Replies: 113
Views: 4,651
Posted By Magnificent777

My Personal Findings on Primal Blue Print

242734242735
So I started this thread after discovering that the industry standards for healthy eating
and my lack of knowledge was making me fat and unhealthy. I also have gain a little more...
03-22-12, 08:33 AM
Replies: 3,233
Views: 1,581,518
Posted By Magnificent777

How does the bike ride? Is that a 26er or 29er....

How does the bike ride? Is that a 26er or 29er. What is your take on that bike?
03-22-12, 08:22 AM
Replies: 3,233
Views: 1,581,518
Posted By Magnificent777

Still waiting to Ride 2012 Trek Wahoo 29er

I did a couple of rides down will on steep grass slopes and local bike path when I got this last week. It was fun but haven't been able to commute to work. It's been raining alot.
...
03-19-12, 07:46 PM
Replies: 3,233
Views: 1,581,518
Posted By Magnificent777

2012 Trek Wahoo 29er on block 8 tread at 700 x 32c

My first moutain bike and first bike with some type of suspension. I tried single track with cyclocross and was fast so I'm testing wheels on this rig. Also wanted to alternate between my road and...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-14-11, 12:25 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 4,651
Posted By Magnificent777

Wow! Sure 700 mile is not alot to...

Wow!


Sure 700 mile is not alot to cyclist from Feb to July, especially calculating in 5 month spand.

But I failed to mention that I did other stuff besides cycling. I didn't say this was...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-13-11, 05:08 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 4,651
Posted By Magnificent777

Tough Tough CRowd

Wow!! I read all the threads and basically no one real useful information to my question.



I was just wondering if anyone was on Primal and a cyclist and maintaining balance of carbs for...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-12-11, 10:28 AM
Replies: 113
Views: 4,651
Posted By Magnificent777

My intention was not to lose a bunch weight in...

My intention was not to lose a bunch weight in short period of time and for sure I have no gains in selling anything that is not my own product or invested stock.

But I am pleased to see some...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-12-11, 10:15 AM
Replies: 113
Views: 4,651
Posted By Magnificent777

Awesome. I'm making preparation for the spring...

Awesome. I'm making preparation for the spring 2012 and since I'm new going primal I was trying to figure out what I could do for the nutrition and energy without compromising my health goals.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-12-11, 10:00 AM
Forum: Road Cycling
12-12-11, 09:39 AM
Replies: 113
Views: 4,651
Posted By Magnificent777

Anyone Primal Blue Print ?How do you manage rides, races and training w/ No carbs?

Hello Cyclist,

I want to know if anyone is on Primal and successfully riding without the standard carb loading? I went on a ride after 4weeks on Primal. I just took water, no gel packs, ate...
Forum: Introductions
12-12-11, 08:47 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 566
Posted By Magnificent777

Safety Gear

Hello Thanks for commenting. This summer I rode 700 miles on my bike. I was in 2 races.

I learned that falling is part of the game in cycling. I always believed in safety. So I always wear a...
09-14-11, 09:38 AM
Replies: 25,990
Views: 1,454,532
Posted By Magnificent777

This is not TT team,though it was a team for the...

This is not TT team,though it was a team for the company I work for. I was bike captain this year. More like Capt Communicator. Every year we have this race and the riders are volunteers. Some season...
09-14-11, 09:16 AM
Replies: 12,012
Views: 793,612
Posted By Magnificent777

Thanks. Will do on the advice. Yes I work there...

Thanks. Will do on the advice. Yes I work there across from R Bike Mart.

I'm sorry to hear about your team mate.
09-13-11, 12:20 PM
Replies: 25,990
Views: 1,454,532
Posted By Magnificent777

218619 I post this on another post. I just...

218619

I post this on another post. I just want to get feedback.

I just did a 15k (9.1 mile) race for our city corporate challenge Sunday, 9-11-2011.

It's my second time doing this...
09-13-11, 11:58 AM
Replies: 12,012
Views: 793,612
Posted By Magnificent777

I just did a 15k(9.1 mile) race for our city...

I just did a 15k(9.1 mile) race for our city corporate challenge Sunday, 9-11-2011.

It's my second time doing this race. My time was 27min 13sec. First time I did this race 2yrs ago and did...
05-13-11, 07:46 AM
Replies: 5,445
Views: 3,873,029
Posted By Magnificent777

Fantom CX Commute

This week I started commuting on this bike. I have been making adjustment every ride.

Compared to my road bike this bike is an SUV. Reminds of Tonka truck. I cut through

grass from pavement...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-12-11, 08:14 AM
Replies: 27,391
Views: 18,376,845
Posted By Magnificent777

2011 Motobecane Vent Noir Tiagra/105 Carbon Fork

I ended up flipping the stem. I felt to low on the bars. Weekend ride was such an improvement.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-11-11, 10:31 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,299
Posted By Magnificent777

My Bikes from Bikes Direct

I did a comparison on size, frame and components. I took my time in researching online and I would go to local bike shop and compare bikes to BD. I would sit on the bikes, talk about the difference...
Forum: Texas
05-11-11, 07:13 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,272
Posted By Magnificent777

Actually the cables are black and with a touch of...

Actually the cables are black and with a touch of creativity I personalized it with vinyl bar tape.

I did the same for my cross bike. It's doesn't look bad.
05-10-11, 03:15 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,521
Posted By Magnificent777

Sad. So sad. :(

Sad. So sad. :(
Forum: Texas
05-10-11, 02:38 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,272
Posted By Magnificent777

I was Army active 9yrs and reserve 3yrs. I also...

I was Army active 9yrs and reserve 3yrs. I also did contract work in Iraq.
My brother is a Marine in SD too. He will be retiring next year too. He plans to move here to Dallas. It would be nice to...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-06-11, 11:20 PM
Replies: 27,391
Views: 18,376,845
Posted By Magnificent777

Thanks! Right at 20lb with pedals.

Thanks! Right at 20lb with pedals.
05-06-11, 11:08 PM
Replies: 5,445
Views: 3,873,029
Posted By Magnificent777

Thanks! I actually had the 27speed Cross CX but...

Thanks! I actually had the 27speed Cross CX but felt a little heavy with triple rings and size a little big for racing. So I down size on the frame and speed to 18 speed and it does feel lighter....
05-05-11, 11:30 PM
Replies: 5,445
Views: 3,873,029
Posted By Magnificent777

2011 Motobecane Fantom CX Cyclocross 54cm

http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad341/jediazsr/NewBike2011003.jpg

http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad341/jediazsr/NewBike2011002.jpg
...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-05-11, 05:35 PM
Replies: 27,391
Views: 18,376,845
Posted By Magnificent777

Better Pics 2011 Motobecane Vent Noir-54cm Tiagra/105-Carbon Fork

http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad341/jediazsr/NewBike2011013.jpg

http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad341/jediazsr/NewBike2011016.jpg
...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-05-11, 11:59 AM
Replies: 27,391
Views: 18,376,845
Posted By Magnificent777

For me the positioning is perfect. It handles...

For me the positioning is perfect. It handles nice. I have been doing group rides and I'm improving everytime. I'm riding with a veteran riders and the bike is at my level. For now the Tiagra/105...
11-02-10, 03:13 PM
Replies: 14,092
Views: 4,768,189
Posted By Magnificent777

Thanks! Frame is about a 19. I'm at 6ft and feels...

Thanks! Frame is about a 19. I'm at 6ft and feels great. My wife is 5ft 7 and it was nice on her too. Not sure on brand. I bought this off CL and it was a beat up. With TLC, New tires, New saddle,...
11-01-10, 11:38 PM
Replies: 14,092
Views: 4,768,189
Posted By Magnificent777

Single Commuter

http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad341/jediazsr/024.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
10-19-10, 11:00 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,981
Posted By Magnificent777

My cross with road tires

http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad341/jediazsr/MOTO3.jpg

http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad341/jediazsr/MOTO1.jpg

http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad341/jediazsr/MOTO.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
10-14-10, 12:12 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,981
Posted By Magnificent777

I commuted 8 miles on my cross bike today. First...

I commuted 8 miles on my cross bike today. First time with new road tires. It did just fine. I love the dual brakes and my bike is light.

On cross tires I run 700 x 30 or 32. My road tires are...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-14-10, 10:03 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 4,132
Posted By Magnificent777

I crashed 3 times this year. One crash cost me...

I crashed 3 times this year. One crash cost me road rash on 7 parts of my body. Both forearms, both

knees, ankle, chin, and two knuckles on right hand. I was going 21 to 25mph on a tight turn...
08-16-10, 01:11 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,039
Posted By Magnificent777

Well did a good effort. No worries on the...

Well did a good effort. No worries on the falling. My first year of cycling I fell about 5 times. A couple times was because I would forget to unclip from the pedals.

My last crash was at 21...
Forum: Commuting
08-02-10, 11:04 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 9,688
Posted By Magnificent777

Thanks! Yes the orange just for looks. About the...

Thanks! Yes the orange just for looks. About the hanger for front I will try as you suggested because it was squealing. Thanks.
Forum: Commuting
08-02-10, 10:31 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 9,688
Posted By Magnificent777

2010 Fantom Cross CX

http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad341/jediazsr/Moto003.jpg
http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad341/jediazsr/Moto006.jpg
http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad341/jediazsr/Moto004.jpg
08-01-10, 11:16 PM
Replies: 5,445
Views: 3,873,029
Posted By Magnificent777

2010 Fantom Cross CX

http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad341/jediazsr/Moto003.jpg
http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad341/jediazsr/Moto006.jpg
http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad341/jediazsr/Moto004.jpg...
07-10-10, 12:06 AM
Replies: 5,445
Views: 3,873,029
Posted By Magnificent777

Here is my conversion to cyclocross

http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad341/jediazsr/Trek700-Cyclocross010.jpg

http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad341/jediazsr/bikeriding016.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
06-15-10, 10:48 PM
Replies: 140
Views: 16,224
Posted By Magnificent777

I too came back to the bike with the Denali. I...

I too came back to the bike with the Denali. I read Cig review and was encouraging.

I, since then have had a series of bikes , I bought and sold on Craig's list in a years time frame. I finally...
Forum: Introductions
06-14-10, 04:03 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 291
Posted By Magnificent777

How Do Your Manage Time to Train For a Race or Competition with Career & Family???

Hello Everyone,

I work full time and recently a single Dad. My 11yr son came to live with me from out of

state. I'm also due to get married this year. My finacee lives at her place and where...
06-05-10, 11:41 PM
Replies: 7,836
Views: 2,860,954
Posted By Magnificent777

Conversion-Hybrid-Trek Multitrack- Now with new bar end shifters and new road tires.

http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad341/jediazsr/bikeriding016.jpg
http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad341/jediazsr/bikeriding019.jpg...
06-01-10, 02:15 PM
Replies: 7,836
Views: 2,860,954
Posted By Magnificent777

I appreciated the comment. It was my first...

I appreciated the comment. It was my first conversion and I learn alot this past year about bike mechanics. I did make this to be different and my own type bike.

My 10yrs old has come from the...
05-28-10, 02:42 PM
Replies: 7,836
Views: 2,860,954
Posted By Magnificent777

This bike is an experiment. True enough this...

This bike is an experiment. True enough this frame is short by choice. I wanted a bike I could manipulate, bunny hop,jump and race. I

had in mind to ride dirt paths, taking a shot at cyclocross...
05-27-10, 08:48 AM
Replies: 7,836
Views: 2,860,954
Posted By Magnificent777

http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad341/jediazsr/...

http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad341/jediazsr/Trek700-Cyclocross010.jpg

http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad341/jediazsr/Trek700-Cyclocross017.jpg

I'm thinking of putting slick tires for...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-20-10, 01:01 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,320
Posted By Magnificent777

I understand road rash.2 weeks ago I ate pavement...

I understand road rash.2 weeks ago I ate pavement coming off the road to the paved bike path at 20 /21mpg.

I had recently converted bike to cyclocross bike and I'm new to the 700c x32 tires and...
Forum: Introductions
05-19-10, 01:06 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 566
Posted By Magnificent777

Do you use any protective gear while cycling, commuting, or racing?

I'm asking a general question using protective gear in summer or winter. Besides a helmet. What else do you use if any?

My background info for the question:

I know on my road bike my max...
Showing results 1 to 50 of 106
 


 
Forum Jump

Contact Us - Archive - Advertising - Cookie Policy - Privacy Statement - Terms of Service -

Copyright © 2024 MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands. All rights reserved. Use of this site indicates your consent to the Terms of Use.