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Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-09-05, 11:56 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 718
Posted By spinhappy

Yes, that is an excellent site. I found it a few...

Yes, that is an excellent site. I found it a few days ago and bookmarked it. Very clear and helpful.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-07-05, 07:55 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,559
Posted By spinhappy

I'm new, too. Just get out and ride a little at...

I'm new, too. Just get out and ride a little at the time and get used to things. My LBS suggested trying out the road bike awhile with platform pedals before switching to clipless pedals and that was...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-07-05, 07:46 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,110
Posted By spinhappy

My, my, I'm 49 and a "girl" and all this time,...

My, my, I'm 49 and a "girl" and all this time, didn't know when I was farding!
I swear, first thought I had when reading your headline was a flashback to last week when somebody farted in spin class...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-07-05, 10:14 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 838
Posted By spinhappy

My Cannondale SR800 came with 44" and I'm about...

My Cannondale SR800 came with 44" and I'm about to replace them with 42" short and shallow bars with the brake levers closer to the handlebars. I'm 5 foot 6.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-06-05, 08:01 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 597
Posted By spinhappy

Woohoo! I love my SR800 but I like the color of...

Woohoo! I love my SR800 but I like the color of your bike better (ssshhh don't tell my bike...) Let me know how you do. I posted on your other thread about clipless. Shut my mouth if I've forgotten...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-06-05, 07:58 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 733
Posted By spinhappy

Just went clipless this week using Shimano shoes...

Just went clipless this week using Shimano shoes with the recessed cleats; I want to be able to walk around. I have bad feet and didn't want those tiny clipless pedals--afraid of hot spots and...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-06-05, 01:54 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,491
Posted By spinhappy

No! Go commando!!!

No! Go commando!!!
Forum: Road Cycling
04-05-05, 06:22 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,642
Posted By spinhappy

No you're not.

No you're not.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-02-05, 07:00 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 778
Posted By spinhappy

I spent a fair amount of time there last year, in...

I spent a fair amount of time there last year, in and out, via their school of business. Thought it was a GREAT town, fabulous restaurants and bike friendly. Zingermans is A+. Have fun!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-29-05, 06:08 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,046
Posted By spinhappy

OK, I'm 49 so I hope it's OK if I post here. I'm...

OK, I'm 49 so I hope it's OK if I post here. I'm a nice lady so y'all don't kick me out. ;)
I worried that a road bike would be uncomfortable for someone new to the sport--no interest in racing. I...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-27-05, 07:51 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,051
Posted By spinhappy

SSP, thanks for the great links. I've bookmarked...

SSP, thanks for the great links. I've bookmarked all three. Zoned, good advice you're getting: Wear hi-vis, know the rules and abide by them, pay attention and when in doubt, bail out. I'm finding...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-25-05, 08:40 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,846
Posted By spinhappy

See post #6 above. The more I ride it, the better...

See post #6 above. The more I ride it, the better I like it. We're bonding, I guess (me and the bike.) :) I have several hundred miles on, and I can't find anything to gripe about. Remember, tho, I'm...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-25-05, 03:45 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 332
Posted By spinhappy

velomom hits the road

I did a short but glorious ride this morning, about 15 miles of heaven. Blue sky, mid 70s, around the hood and the multi-purpose path which was surprisingly uncrowded. The creek was rippling along...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-25-05, 12:31 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,846
Posted By spinhappy

My new '04 SR800 has Made in USA sticker, just...

My new '04 SR800 has Made in USA sticker, just fyi.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-24-05, 08:08 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,038
Posted By spinhappy

Oh, man, that sucks. How's the shoulder? Popping...

Oh, man, that sucks. How's the shoulder? Popping doesn't sound good. Did the SUV arsehole even know he hit you? I hate those freaking tanks.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-24-05, 03:29 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,865
Posted By spinhappy

Snowy, what else do you do? I'm 49, just started...

Snowy, what else do you do? I'm 49, just started riding in the last few months. Do 1-2 spin classes a week, 2 class of weightlifting (light weights, 5-12 pound range, crunches, lunges, etc.), then...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-23-05, 04:27 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 758
Posted By spinhappy

Poor guy, I bet he just couldn't clip out in...

Poor guy, I bet he just couldn't clip out in time...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-23-05, 12:52 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 798
Posted By spinhappy

Beautiful photos. Thanks!

Beautiful photos. Thanks!
Forum: Road Cycling
03-22-05, 07:36 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 379
Posted By spinhappy

If you're from N.C. you likely already know this,...

If you're from N.C. you likely already know this, but the Cashiers area is flat-out gorgeous, and the folks are as nice as anybody you'll want to meet. We've vacationed at High Hampton Inn many...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-22-05, 05:48 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,544
Posted By spinhappy

Don't mind you asking at all, but don't know the...

Don't mind you asking at all, but don't know the answer because I never seriously checked into the progressive lens. For bicycling and golf, I think I'll like just the distance lens better. There's...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-22-05, 03:26 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,544
Posted By spinhappy

Jazzy, I called him, too, and placed an order...

Jazzy, I called him, too, and placed an order yesterday. Got the Rydons with polarized brown lenses as well as clear. I asked Brett (I think he's the owner) about juggling whichever lenses I'm not...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-21-05, 08:02 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 388
Posted By spinhappy

I think I recall that the SR800 is in the March...

I think I recall that the SR800 is in the March issue. Sorry, I'm a newbie, too, so don't know much more about reviews.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-21-05, 07:31 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 388
Posted By spinhappy

www.roadbikereview.com Also look at March...

www.roadbikereview.com

Also look at March issue of Bicycling Magazine.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-21-05, 07:12 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,846
Posted By spinhappy

Not to highjack this thread, but...Alan, I've...

Not to highjack this thread, but...Alan, I've thought about leaving he platforms on but I like being able to "pull" as well as push on the pedal stroke. Capsicum, showing off my ignorance, but it...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-21-05, 07:08 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,032
Posted By spinhappy

Yes, even if they have cleats. ;) See, you guys...

Yes, even if they have cleats. ;) See, you guys aren't the only ones who like matchy bike clothing. Ha!
Glad to hear another lady rider is on the way. Patriot, better get the toolbox out and get...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-21-05, 07:05 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 856
Posted By spinhappy

If she's into pink bikes, send her here. ...

If she's into pink bikes, send her here.
http://www.girlbike.com/
Forum: Road Cycling
03-20-05, 08:28 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,846
Posted By spinhappy

Alan always gives good advice. :) Spinnaker, I'm...

Alan always gives good advice. :) Spinnaker, I'm pushing 50 and just started riding a few months ago for fun and fitness. I bought the SR800 for the reasons above. I found it comfortable, and plenty...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-18-05, 08:33 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,707
Posted By spinhappy

We're not worthy! We're not worthy! Geez, that...

We're not worthy! We're not worthy!
Geez, that is some sweet looking ride. Please keep posting pics. First day out,for sure.
Good for you!
Forum: Road Cycling
03-17-05, 09:53 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,678
Posted By spinhappy

Just went to the doc this morning for check-up....

Just went to the doc this morning for check-up. We high-fived because I've been smoke free four years this month. I've gained 5 pounds but working on losing that now that I'm riding, which is a whole...
Forum: Mountain Biking
03-16-05, 08:34 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 2,285
Posted By spinhappy

Go big guy! Proud of you. Want inspiration, read...

Go big guy! Proud of you. Want inspiration, read Heft on Wheels. A great read even if you're not trying to lose lbs (that's pounds not local bike shops). :)
Forum: Road Cycling
03-14-05, 05:46 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 736
Posted By spinhappy

:roflmao: Well if you are, that makes 2 of us....

:roflmao:
Well if you are, that makes 2 of us. First of all, never heard the expression "goat arse," which is a riot. Sounds like this guy got a teachable moment; hope it registered with him. I...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-13-05, 07:47 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 915
Posted By spinhappy

P.S. Not to rub it in, but I just noticed that I...

P.S. Not to rub it in, but I just noticed that I have a sunburned nose. So spring is really, truly here and I hope it gets to everybody else really soon!
Forum: Road Cycling
03-13-05, 06:29 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 915
Posted By spinhappy

You guys come on down. Did a group ride of just...

You guys come on down. Did a group ride of just 20 or so miles this afternoon, about 75 degrees, nice breeze going. The jasmine and pear trees are blooming and smelled mighty sweet. Spring has...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-12-05, 07:36 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 854
Posted By spinhappy

Hi Zoned! I am new to cycling and got the...

Hi Zoned! I am new to cycling and got the Cannondale SR800. I can't compare it to the 1000 because I never test drove that one. This is an individual thing, of course, but I love my new bike. The...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-11-05, 07:01 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,594
Posted By spinhappy

Wow. Great photos. Bike porn! :)

Wow. Great photos. Bike porn! :)
Forum: Road Cycling
03-10-05, 09:10 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 4,133
Posted By spinhappy

Tease! Tease! TEASE! See how you got everybody...

Tease! Tease! TEASE! See how you got everybody all worked up??? Was that your plan???? ;)
Forum: Road Cycling
03-03-05, 04:22 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,778
Posted By spinhappy

Yeah, what's with that? Happens to me,...

Yeah, what's with that? Happens to me, too--thought I was the only one who struggled with that. Glad you mentioned it. Anybody else? How do you deal? I just usually give myself a little attitude pep...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-02-05, 03:57 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 3,415
Posted By spinhappy

Just had my mid-life crisis. I'll be 49 tomorrow....

Just had my mid-life crisis. I'll be 49 tomorrow. Felt that coming on, bought a mountain bike in January and a road bike in February. Now I feel much better! :) Happy Birthday to meeeeee! And yes I...
Forum: Mountain Biking
02-27-05, 11:48 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 606
Posted By spinhappy

Birmingham--Oat Mountain State Park just outside...

Birmingham--Oat Mountain State Park just outside the city is beautiful. That's where we were yesterday. We vacation in NC around the Cashiers area--God's country, no doubt!
Forum: Mountain Biking
02-26-05, 10:36 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 606
Posted By spinhappy

virgin ride

Woah, am I worn out. I've been doing spin classes since early fall, some road biking since late fall, and today went out on trails for the first time on my new mtn bike (gary fisher big sur.) What a...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-22-05, 07:47 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,050
Posted By spinhappy

Here's a girl who likes it down a little and I'm...

Here's a girl who likes it down a little and I'm not being cute here. :p
Forum: Road Cycling
02-22-05, 07:44 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,934
Posted By spinhappy

Hell's bells, how embarrassing is this...I fell...

Hell's bells, how embarrassing is this...I fell over in a parking lot this weekend, not even clipped in, just lost my balance, and my mind, I guess. Scratched up my elbow and handlebars on my new...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-22-05, 07:13 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 4,582
Posted By spinhappy

Come on guys, don't be wussies (not you, 55/rad,...

Come on guys, don't be wussies (not you, 55/rad, you got it right!) Much more involved/invasive for ladies to get their tubes tied. I did, I should know. You'll be back on the bike soon enough.
P.S....
Forum: Road Cycling
02-22-05, 07:02 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,064
Posted By spinhappy

Yikes, that is too weird, this guy posing in bike...

Yikes, that is too weird, this guy posing in bike clothes for glamour shots. Ziggurat, we know that ain't you.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-21-05, 08:31 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 670
Posted By spinhappy

Yay! Like Snowy sez, we need more ladies...anyway...

Yay! Like Snowy sez, we need more ladies...anyway I've been looking all over for a great thread from not too long ago on this subject....how to encourage wife on the bike. I can't find it but I'll...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-21-05, 08:27 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 877
Posted By spinhappy

Hmmm....like the bears in Goldilocks, there's too...

Hmmm....like the bears in Goldilocks, there's too hot, too cold, and just right, which for me is somewhere in between. Don't want no feel, or too much. Highly subjective, I know.

I've been...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-21-05, 11:22 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,182
Posted By spinhappy

I can't answer your question of comfort road vs....

I can't answer your question of comfort road vs. upsizing traditional frame, and I'm a newbie so this comment is worth what you're paying for it...However, I thought I would mention that I have a new...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-20-05, 05:48 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,211
Posted By spinhappy

Amator, I took the road bike out yesterday for an...

Amator, I took the road bike out yesterday for an hour or so, not too long a ride but a great hill work-out. Pulled into the parking lot, got distracted, and--not even clipped in--fell over at a dead...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-17-05, 06:50 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,211
Posted By spinhappy

Don't get discouraged after just one ride. I'm...

Don't get discouraged after just one ride. I'm new, too, and couldn't figure gears out until I just went round and round in a big parking lot for a good while. No, you haven't "made a mistake."...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-17-05, 06:27 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,730
Posted By spinhappy

Thinking about you guys tonight. Your doggy looks...

Thinking about you guys tonight. Your doggy looks like a real sweetheart. Hope she has a good night and feels much better tomorrow. I bet your old bike will ride just fine with a tune up. No way I'd...
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