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Forum: Training & Nutrition
09-05-11, 09:02 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,304
Posted By Karma007

I want one of these so bad...

I want one of these so bad...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-02-11, 12:23 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,021
Posted By Karma007

LOVE the Canari shorts I bought a couple years...

LOVE the Canari shorts I bought a couple years ago, but the new ones? Not so much.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
06-29-11, 07:43 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,033
Posted By Karma007

Light strength training (more in the off season),...

Light strength training (more in the off season), occasional swimming, and I walk the dog whenever I can. I try to use different muscles (I'm taking a Bar Method class right now that tackles all the...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-29-11, 07:34 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 2,927
Posted By Karma007

I find that part of the fun on anything over 45...

I find that part of the fun on anything over 45 miles is daydreaming about the post-ride meal. Anything from Italian, to Thai, or fresh hot french fries. There is ALWAYS beer or wine. Part of the fun...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
06-28-11, 07:57 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 956
Posted By Karma007

I use one or the other, with no real reason,...

I use one or the other, with no real reason, other that it's what I'm in the mood for. You are your best guinea pig- experiment!
Forum: Training & Nutrition
06-28-11, 07:55 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 861
Posted By Karma007

Whatever you'll actually drink! I've tried a...

Whatever you'll actually drink! I've tried a bunch, and like Nuun, but once it gets warm it tastes as bad as the others. I'm really a fan of water, and a V8 or ice cold Coke when I need a lift, just...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-26-11, 08:10 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 6,092
Posted By Karma007

Waxing lasts longer.

Waxing lasts longer.
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
05-18-11, 07:58 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 562
Posted By Karma007

This! My hardest ride this season was only 50...

This! My hardest ride this season was only 50 miles. 50 very windy, hellish miles. No reason not to give it a shot- the world won't end if you don't finish, and a good ride is still a good ride.
Forum: Northern California
05-03-11, 10:30 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,784
Posted By Karma007

Children's Hospital Oakland. I may just have to...

Children's Hospital Oakland. I may just have to take BART from Orinda to McArthur.
Forum: Northern California
05-02-11, 09:13 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,784
Posted By Karma007

Thinking about it....can someone recommend the...

Thinking about it....can someone recommend the best way over/under/through the Caldicott? I'm coming from Concord....
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-26-11, 07:55 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 708
Posted By Karma007

Getting enough sleep? How long have you been...

Getting enough sleep? How long have you been riding? Any changes to your setup recently?
Forum: Road Cycling
04-26-11, 07:45 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 4,634
Posted By Karma007

I wave and blow kisses "Hi cowsies!!!!" (damn...

I wave and blow kisses "Hi cowsies!!!!" (damn vegans....)
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-25-11, 08:55 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 587
Posted By Karma007

Thank you. It's kind of what I was thinking....

Thank you. It's kind of what I was thinking. After owning it an entire 24 hours, I'm thinking I don't need another thing to worry about.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-25-11, 08:05 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 587
Posted By Karma007

Body Fat- Scales, Percentage and all that.

Does anyone here track theirs? Do you have an @ home scale? Do you think it's fairly accurate? Did you break down and cry the first time you saw your body fat percentage?]

Okay, So technically I'm...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-21-11, 08:18 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,606
Posted By Karma007

A cadence sensor! Nothing fancy, just a cheap...

A cadence sensor! Nothing fancy, just a cheap Cateye, but it's totally changed the way I ride.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-19-11, 10:34 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,287
Posted By Karma007

Not yet. Right now his ride is my old Target MTB...

Not yet. Right now his ride is my old Target MTB with road tires. We made this deal recently, that once I pay off a large household project, I can next buy him a road bike. We're nearly the same...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-18-11, 12:35 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,984
Posted By Karma007

I usually find myself alone at some point on...

I usually find myself alone at some point on group rides- too fast for the beginners, but too slow for the next group. I know that going in, and am okay with it. Just do your best. Most clubs will...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-18-11, 08:28 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,549
Posted By Karma007

This. Push yourself a little, but don't try to go...

This. Push yourself a little, but don't try to go too far out of your comfort zone all at once, it will freak you the hell out. I bought a cadence sensor, and in trying to keep my cadence up my speed...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-15-11, 04:08 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,086
Posted By Karma007

Mine are in the doorway, away from sharp objects....

Mine are in the doorway, away from sharp objects. At least my husband doesn't make me wear the helmet in the house any more....
Forum: Road Cycling
04-15-11, 04:04 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,486
Posted By Karma007

They seem a little skinny. Perhaps more gels on...

They seem a little skinny. Perhaps more gels on longer rides...they don't look like they could climb worth a damn.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-12-11, 09:14 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,184
Posted By Karma007

One slice of whole grain toast with jam, and (if...

One slice of whole grain toast with jam, and (if I'm leaving from home) a glass of chocolate soy milk. If I'm driving somewhere, I have a latte and a small cookie. It's kind of a ritual.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-12-11, 08:49 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 747
Posted By Karma007

Thanks. I want to keep doing some kind of...

Thanks. I want to keep doing some kind of strength training more for overall health and fitness than anything else, with a big emphasis on my miserably weak core. I'm thinking I'll just do a Biggest...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-12-11, 08:46 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 10,105
Posted By Karma007

They often use patches over topical lidocaine...

They often use patches over topical lidocaine applications, but I would check with your doctor before trying it...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-12-11, 08:45 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,057
Posted By Karma007

I just tried a gel the other day- Clif Raspberry....

I just tried a gel the other day- Clif Raspberry. Kinda gross, but I have some others to try as well. I like the Clof Shot Blocks, but the gel texture was just kind of funky...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-12-11, 08:43 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 805
Posted By Karma007

I'll play! 1) 1st Century! (LIVESTRONG!) ...

I'll play!

1) 1st Century! (LIVESTRONG!)
2) Ride all summer long, without letting life get in the way. Much.
3) I hope to finish strong with a 2 day tour in the fall.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-12-11, 08:23 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,201
Posted By Karma007

I cut them in to bites,and eat them along with...

I cut them in to bites,and eat them along with Clif Shot Blocks. It's nice to have something substantial on longer rides.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-07-11, 02:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 747
Posted By Karma007

Lighter Lifting

Hey !I'm a P90X'er all winter long, but I'm finding the to be a little much as my spring mileage increases. Do you have any suggestions for a full body workout that isn't quite as taxing?
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-07-11, 08:25 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,324
Posted By Karma007

Nuun! It's pretty tasty, and travels well. That...

Nuun! It's pretty tasty, and travels well. That being said, it's all electrolyte, and ZERO calories- if you try it, make sure you have another fuel source for longer rides.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-07-11, 08:20 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,242
Posted By Karma007

Like a squirrel but smelly...

Like a squirrel but smelly...
Forum: Northern California
04-07-11, 08:15 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,706
Posted By Karma007

Thank you, Red Rider! Guess I should go up there...

Thank you, Red Rider! Guess I should go up there and take a look-see!
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
04-07-11, 08:05 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,832
Posted By Karma007

For oban_kobi: Sadly, I'm still a noob, and BF...

For oban_kobi: Sadly, I'm still a noob, and BF won't let me respond to your email privately.

Here's how I make my potatoes: Find the smallest red potatoes you can, then boil them until fork...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
04-06-11, 07:44 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,832
Posted By Karma007

I'm vegan, and yes, I get enough protein! On the...

I'm vegan, and yes, I get enough protein! On the bike, I exist on Clif Blocks, Clif Bars, Swedish Fish, and red potatoes (lightly salted and a sprinkle of Mrs. Dash, stored in a ziplock bag). If...
Forum: Northern California
04-06-11, 04:19 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,565
Posted By Karma007

The Valley Spokesmen have some no-drop rides....

The Valley Spokesmen have some no-drop rides. GREAT group of people, myself included.
Forum: Northern California
04-06-11, 04:14 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,706
Posted By Karma007

Ha! I signed up for the hundred and am now...

Ha! I signed up for the hundred and am now starting to reconsider....hell heat, 'technical descents', and climbing to Berryessa....hmmm...perhaps the metric....
Forum: Training & Nutrition
02-21-11, 03:26 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 11,264
Posted By Karma007

+1 for Chocolate Silk. If you're starving, have a...

+1 for Chocolate Silk. If you're starving, have a good ol' fashioned PB&J with it!
Forum: Introductions
02-21-11, 12:30 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 193
Posted By Karma007

Just a girl on a bike....

Hello, my velo companions! I'm a girl, who rides a bike. Slowly. I'm also vegan (not that the two are related) and hope to ride a full century later this year, if it ever stops raining, so I can...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
02-20-11, 07:08 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 966
Posted By Karma007

As a vegan (Yeah, I know it's a vegetarian...

As a vegan (Yeah, I know it's a vegetarian thread, but someone mentions B12 and I get all excited!) I can tell you that it's really easy to meet your dietary needs. I second reading Brendan Brazier's...
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