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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-21-10, 04:21 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 512
Posted By Bacco

Truvativ Roleur Chainring replacement

I want to swap out the chainrings (double) on my daughter's Cannondale bike and put on 50-34 rings. I can't find a place to buy Truvativ Roleur rings in this size to match the current crankset on...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-06-09, 08:46 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 530
Posted By Bacco

Here is Jure Robic's press release on his website...

Here is Jure Robic's press release on his website explaining why he quit RAAM.

"Many of you are wondering why I stopped racing at time station 51 of this years’s Race Across America, RAAM.

I...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-02-09, 08:06 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,692
Posted By Bacco

Jure was given two 30 minute penalties (one...

Jure was given two 30 minute penalties (one before the race even started!) which were debatable. Dani Wyss reportedly broke many rules (including not stopping at the Mt Airy time station which...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-03-09, 08:55 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,160
Posted By Bacco

For road pedals, I use Speedplay Zeroes that...

For road pedals, I use Speedplay Zeroes that allow the float to be adjusted. I adjust the stops so that my heel just misses the crank arm. I haven't used Kneesavers, but they would help also. ...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-04-08, 07:46 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,793
Posted By Bacco

I have about 300 miles on a Selle SMP Glider. I...

I have about 300 miles on a Selle SMP Glider. I liked it when I first tried it and now I like it even more. No numbness and plenty of ride positions on it. The only problem is now I want this...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-09-08, 06:05 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 435
Posted By Bacco

Problems solved

After trying about ten saddles, I think I've found one that works for me. It's expensive, but after 200 miles it feels better and better. No numbness, lots of riding positions, and getting more...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-09-08, 05:47 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,686
Posted By Bacco

I have a new iPhone on order. Now if I can only...

I have a new iPhone on order. Now if I can only find apps to make it function like the Garmin Edge 705....
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-31-08, 09:00 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,552
Posted By Bacco

I was in Vancouver a few weeks ago. I was...

I was in Vancouver a few weeks ago. I was waiting for a bus and watched a bicycle commuter riding between cars at rush hour on a fix geared bike. His cell phone rang and he picked it up with one...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-29-08, 07:54 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,038
Posted By Bacco

Awesome, scenery and the bike is a real beauty. ...

Awesome, scenery and the bike is a real beauty. I grew up in Lexington, KY. I get back a few times a year to visit family. I love doing the Horsey Hundred ride there in the spring out of...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-29-08, 07:44 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,132
Posted By Bacco

FYI, there's a nice article about the history of...

FYI, there's a nice article about the history of Cervelo in the August issue of Procycling. It sounds like they really know their stuff and strive for perfection. For a racing bike, it would be...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-30-08, 04:42 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 608
Posted By Bacco

No amount of Fusion would get me up a 21% grade! ...

No amount of Fusion would get me up a 21% grade! Awesome, riding though.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-23-08, 10:28 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 799
Posted By Bacco

Thanks for the tip. They make some innovative...

Thanks for the tip. They make some innovative products!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-22-08, 08:48 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,313
Posted By Bacco

I recently bought the Glider. It has a more...

I recently bought the Glider. It has a more padding than some other Selle's. I don't think it's "too much padding" since it's still pretty firm. I've only ridden a few hundred miles on it, so it's...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-22-08, 04:26 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 799
Posted By Bacco

I recently purchased the Syntace C2 aerobars...

I recently purchased the Syntace C2 aerobars which are incredibly light and well made. A few pointers: (1) If you have oversized (OS) handlebars with a 31.8mm diameter mid-section make sure the OS...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-18-08, 07:15 PM
Replies: 293
Views: 13,307
Posted By Bacco

Congratulations, Will. You did it and so did we...

Congratulations, Will. You did it and so did we because of your posts that made us feel like we were part of the tour!

Relax and get ready for your upcoming vacation. Your are truly a Ironman...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-16-08, 03:52 AM
Replies: 293
Views: 13,307
Posted By Bacco

Will, how many people started the tour and how...

Will, how many people started the tour and how many have ridden the distance?

Which type of Scwalbe tire didn't hold up? They are very popular for touring and some of their models are said to...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-12-08, 08:14 PM
Replies: 293
Views: 13,307
Posted By Bacco

Enjoy your last week of riding, Will. You are an...

Enjoy your last week of riding, Will. You are an inspiration to those of us who can only dream of being as strong and strong-willed as you are.

My question is - how long of break of are you...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-07-08, 08:27 PM
Replies: 293
Views: 13,307
Posted By Bacco

Will, I am curious. Do you know what your...

Will, I am curious. Do you know what your maximum heart rate is? I ask because lately I've been tracking the correlation between my average heart rate on rides and my average speed. You must be in...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-06-08, 09:30 PM
Replies: 293
Views: 13,307
Posted By Bacco

Karen, I was deeply saddened to read of Darrell's...

Karen, I was deeply saddened to read of Darrell's passing. Your words to the group posted above indicate that Darrell was married to a very special woman. I hope your emotional and physical wounds...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-30-08, 07:55 PM
Replies: 293
Views: 13,307
Posted By Bacco

Keep it up

Will, I am enjoying your reports. Thank you for taking the time to share your experiences and observations. Keep them coming and keep spinning safely. Best Regards, Mike
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-16-08, 09:01 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 926
Posted By Bacco

Cheap solution for bifocals

Stick on plastic bifocal lenses work great and turn any pair of glasses into bifocals for about $20. They are available at some drug stores or at the manufacturer's website https://optx2020.com/
...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-08-08, 11:01 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,419
Posted By Bacco

I put on some Schwalbe Ultremo tires on my bike...

I put on some Schwalbe Ultremo tires on my bike last summer. They are an absolutely great riding and handling tire. Unfortunately, a glass shard cut a big gash in my rear tire after about 400...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-02-07, 03:51 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 630
Posted By Bacco

When I'm 83 years old...

I hope I am still riding, much less riding 50-100 miles a day in hilly country around the Finger Lakes in New York. I did the week-long, Bon Ton Roulet event last week and the oldest rider was 83...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-02-07, 06:36 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 3,812
Posted By Bacco

On the subject of valuing life even when...

On the subject of valuing life even when disabled, listen to this thought provoking episode of "This American Life" from National Public Radio. ...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-01-07, 06:58 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 3,812
Posted By Bacco

I took out lots of accident insurance to take...

I took out lots of accident insurance to take care of the wife if I'm killed riding. Hopefully, it will be a beautiful day to die if it happens. I've had a great life and want to keep living as...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-04-07, 05:39 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 583
Posted By Bacco

The comments I usually get are "Sir, do you want...

The comments I usually get are "Sir, do you want me to call 911?" :)
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-25-07, 06:33 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,699
Posted By Bacco

I recently ordered presciption Rudy Project Horus...

I recently ordered presciption Rudy Project Horus sunglasses from www.sportrx.com. Their service was excellent. I got the Brown #2 colored lenses which are perfect for me. They're not too dark and...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-13-07, 07:22 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 4,320
Posted By Bacco

Resting in high 50s. Max around 165. Age 61.

Resting in high 50s. Max around 165. Age 61.
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-24-07, 09:38 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 910
Posted By Bacco

Who makes folding recumbent bikes?

Preferably a long wheel based one.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-02-07, 10:00 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 949
Posted By Bacco

Have a blast. We will be with you in spirit. ...

Have a blast. We will be with you in spirit. Enjoying stopping and smelling the roses.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-01-07, 10:42 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,210
Posted By Bacco

Afib can be cured

If afib and the drugs you take for it affect your quality of life to the point where you want to be cured of it, see the following websites for more information and support. I was cured of afib over...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-20-07, 07:09 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,715
Posted By Bacco

Why not get both and rollers too? Seriously, if ...

Why not get both and rollers too? Seriously, if you have the space and you can afford a good exercise bike, then a trainer and rollers won't break the bank. Each has its own advantages and...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-16-07, 07:15 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,891
Posted By Bacco

I would never put my children on the car roof or...

I would never put my children on the car roof or trunk and drive across the country, and I certainly wouldn't do it with my "baby." Put you bike in the back seat or trunk where it will be protected...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-10-07, 04:48 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 3,313
Posted By Bacco

For future reference to those looking into Rx...

For future reference to those looking into Rx solutions, I will pass on my experience. My vision was great until my 40s, then I needed reading glasses. In my mid- 50s, my distance vision weakened a...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-09-07, 08:09 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,007
Posted By Bacco

Mojo Slim, the DVD will be in the mail to you...

Mojo Slim, the DVD will be in the mail to you tomorrow morning. Now I have a little good karma for 2007.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-09-07, 06:10 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,007
Posted By Bacco

And the winner is Mojo Slim whose guess was only...

And the winner is Mojo Slim whose guess was only one-half mile off my actual mileage. Congratulations!

Post or email me your address and I will put the DVD in the mail. You can email me...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-08-07, 05:59 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 663
Posted By Bacco

Definitely Road Bike

Look at women specific models from Trek, Cannondale, Terry and others. If you can afford it, get a 2007 model with the Shimano 105 component group which is now functionally equivalent to more...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-07-07, 02:12 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,007
Posted By Bacco

Good Karma (Contest)

I received a copy of the DVD documentary "Hell on Wheels" as a present. It's a good documentary on the Tour de France featuring Eric Zabel, Rof Alday, Alexandre Vinokourov and others. It came out...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-29-06, 02:17 PM
Replies: 155
Views: 6,105
Posted By Bacco

I ride alone around home and generally prefer it...

I ride alone around home and generally prefer it that way. When I do event rides, I enjoy riding with friends and socializing. Given a choice, if I'm riding somewhere that I am not familiar with, I...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-16-06, 11:26 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,148
Posted By Bacco

Administrative expenses are one thing to...

Administrative expenses are one thing to consider, but how about the actual effectiveness of the charity and how efficient it is?

I would like to find some good charities that support improving...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-12-06, 08:55 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 849
Posted By Bacco

On the road, you will invariably coast from...

On the road, you will invariably coast from time-to-time or stop at red lights which gives you a break. Riding a training and pedaling continuously is probably 20% more challenging than the same...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-07-06, 04:21 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,228
Posted By Bacco

There's no bad weather for cycling - just bad...

There's no bad weather for cycling - just bad clothing!

JPPE, I hope Santa brings you some PI AmFib gloves - they would be great for 19 degrees. Above freezing, I find them almost too warm. ...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-12-06, 07:07 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 5,561
Posted By Bacco

Professional sports, including cycling, is big...

Professional sports, including cycling, is big business and primarily entertainment. Let the pros dope all they want under a doctor's supevision, so they can thrill us with what are truly...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-12-06, 06:52 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,802
Posted By Bacco

Grampy, I had a subscription to RBR that recently...

Grampy, I had a subscription to RBR that recently expired and I was about to renew, however, any company that responds to a customer complaint in the manner RBR did to yours, isn't one that will get...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-10-06, 06:53 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,021
Posted By Bacco

That's quite a challenge! Spin at a high cadence...

That's quite a challenge! Spin at a high cadence like Lance to minimize muscle fatigue. When you begin to tire on the uphills, concentrate more on lifting the pedals up than mashing them down. ...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-02-06, 01:50 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 666
Posted By Bacco

DnvrFox, are you still planning on organizing a...

DnvrFox, are you still planning on organizing a century ride in Denver this summer for us "older than dirt" guys?? Sounds like you are getting your body ready for the challenge.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-23-06, 07:46 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 20,432
Posted By Bacco

I agree with Gene, it's not the cadence that's...

I agree with Gene, it's not the cadence that's hurting your knees, it's excessive pressure you may put on them by using too much resistance.

Another concern, is one of my biggest objections to...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-20-06, 09:46 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,285
Posted By Bacco

Move the stair climbing machines to the first...

Move the stair climbing machines to the first floor? My listening skills are already well developed? Your posts have me laughing here in Maryland.

WRT spinning classes, I quit taking them...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-09-06, 05:47 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,451
Posted By Bacco

Fortunately, the Internet allows you to research...

Fortunately, the Internet allows you to research medical issues and to become a very educated patient. Take full advantage of that, then find the best doctors for your condition and get multiple...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-08-05, 05:20 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 851
Posted By Bacco

If you want an ultra lightweight, very small...

If you want an ultra lightweight, very small pump, get the Barbieri CarbOne Carbon Mini Pump. It comes with clips that allow you to mount it along side your water bottle. It works pretty well too...
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