Bike Forums

Go Back  Bike Forums > Search Forums
Reload this Page >

Search Results

Register
FAQ
Calendar
Today's Posts
Search
Vendor Directory
Notices
 
Page 1 of 2
1
2
Search: Posts Made By: AMAlex
Showing results 1 to 50 of 57
Search took 0.01 seconds.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-02-11, 06:39 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 917
Posted By AMAlex

I usually ride every day except Sunday, no matter...

I usually ride every day except Sunday, no matter of how hard I worked the previous day. I have a background with rowing and "rest" was not in our dictionary haha.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-26-11, 12:49 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 3,220
Posted By AMAlex

Same story here. Haven't worn shorts from the day...

Same story here. Haven't worn shorts from the day I started wearing bibs. And for those people with the nipple rub issue, rub on a little vaseline, works like magic.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-24-11, 03:07 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,988
Posted By AMAlex

I ride 40+ miles almost every day. I fill up at...

I ride 40+ miles almost every day. I fill up at this coffee/restaurant place where all the roadies hang out and they have one of those big water coolers outside with water 24/7.

I have one of...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-24-11, 02:34 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,988
Posted By AMAlex

one. and no, I'm not kidding.

one.


and no, I'm not kidding.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-19-11, 06:25 PM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,414,382
Posted By AMAlex

Gotta be honest, I don't like the colors on that...

Gotta be honest, I don't like the colors on that bike, but hey to each their own..
Forum: Road Cycling
07-19-11, 05:12 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,078
Posted By AMAlex

:popcorn

:popcorn
Forum: Triathlon
07-19-11, 08:36 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,029
Posted By AMAlex

I didn't use gloves for my sprint tri, it was...

I didn't use gloves for my sprint tri, it was only 10 miles on the bike and there was no need for them.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-17-11, 03:08 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,749
Posted By AMAlex

Who goes swimming in polo's anyways?

Who goes swimming in polo's anyways?
Forum: Triathlon
07-17-11, 10:20 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 501
Posted By AMAlex

3rd Place in my category! I think I did good for...

3rd Place in my category! I think I did good for my first time and it was a ton of fun! (Results below)


Your results are as follows:
Total Time: 01:06:42.63
Swim Time: 8:7
T1 Time:...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-16-11, 08:40 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,848
Posted By AMAlex

I think that wheels can be a big upgrade on your...

I think that wheels can be a big upgrade on your bike, but some people wont consider it the best. I upgraded my wheels and my performance definitely improved with the newer wheels.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-15-11, 09:06 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,198
Posted By AMAlex

I can access my trunk with the saris bones 3...

I can access my trunk with the saris bones 3 trunk rack without any problems, its like its part of the trunk.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-15-11, 08:20 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 514
Posted By AMAlex

Sometimes my hands get numb during long rides...

Sometimes my hands get numb during long rides from having them in the same position for too long. I would try moving them around frequently to see if the problem persists. Once you feel them going...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-14-11, 07:49 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 691
Posted By AMAlex

Well I wouldn't call it goofy, just bad timing.

Well I wouldn't call it goofy, just bad timing.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-14-11, 07:38 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 4,174
Posted By AMAlex

I'm using map my ride on my iphone (free in the...

I'm using map my ride on my iphone (free in the app store) for now until I get a computer soon. For now it does what I want it to do, but its not very convenient.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-14-11, 03:40 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,257
Posted By AMAlex

A dragon? Sounds intense.

A dragon? Sounds intense.
Forum: Introductions
07-14-11, 03:07 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 248
Posted By AMAlex

Nice story and keep up the hard work!

Nice story and keep up the hard work!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-14-11, 02:45 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,615
Posted By AMAlex

I (thankfully) have yet to have a bike stolen...

I (thankfully) have yet to have a bike stolen from me. My father had an old Fuji that he had in his younger years and it got stolen off his second story balcony. The thieves literally lifted the pole...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-13-11, 07:25 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,140
Posted By AMAlex

I haven't encountered anything like that, nor do...

I haven't encountered anything like that, nor do I want to. We just have rough roads and holes..
Forum: Road Cycling
07-13-11, 07:22 PM
Replies: 254
Views: 58,588
Posted By AMAlex

I dont have any pictures on my camera and its...

I dont have any pictures on my camera and its night out, tomorrow I'll post some :)
Forum: Road Cycling
07-12-11, 07:49 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,762
Posted By AMAlex

Not being biased or anything but I've been having...

Not being biased or anything but I've been having a great experience with my Felt. I tried out a comparable trek to my bike before I found my Felt and didn't like it. I fell in love with my bike the...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-12-11, 11:28 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 749
Posted By AMAlex

Was a nice video, Kind of like a "how its...

Was a nice video, Kind of like a "how its made"
Forum: Road Cycling
07-12-11, 11:18 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,344
Posted By AMAlex

I ride with Bolle, I got mine (anaconda's or...

I ride with Bolle, I got mine (anaconda's or something) for sale at $70 at a sporting goods place. They are wonderful, light, gripping, and polarized.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-11-11, 08:11 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,299
Posted By AMAlex

I have RD540's and I have no issues getting out,...

I have RD540's and I have no issues getting out, I find them easy actually. Then again they are the first clipless pedals I've used/owned so I have no experience with the easiness of other clipless...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-11-11, 08:07 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 813
Posted By AMAlex

Did you pass him in the parking lot?

Did you pass him in the parking lot?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-11-11, 04:16 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,570
Posted By AMAlex

I would give it a nice wash down after the rain...

I would give it a nice wash down after the rain and remove any dirt from places they aren't supposed to be. Make sure you clean the chain and basically all of the drive train good and I like to clean...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-11-11, 02:38 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 4,271
Posted By AMAlex

I was riding solo and some guy just started...

I was riding solo and some guy just started drafting me, he didn't say anything and I didn't mind. In reality, it actually made me want to go faster and keep up my pace so I don't get dropped, and I...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-10-11, 02:35 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,543
Posted By AMAlex

I can walk short distances, but yes, with...

I can walk short distances, but yes, with clipless pedal shoes it is not recommended to walk around in them because it will ruin the cleat and anyways, the shoes are made specifically for cycling not...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-10-11, 10:50 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,878
Posted By AMAlex

Oh no, I know. Its just I can see him as one of...

Oh no, I know. Its just I can see him as one of those people haha.
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-09-11, 09:53 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,878
Posted By AMAlex

I can imagine him as those guys who like little...

I can imagine him as those guys who like little boys... The smile, the way he talks, he's perfect.
Forum: Commuting
07-09-11, 07:53 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,558
Posted By AMAlex

I think that texting on a bicycle is the dumbest...

I think that texting on a bicycle is the dumbest thing to do, I mean you will inevitably get yourself killed somehow or another. Its been proven that texting while driving, whether on a bicycle or...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-09-11, 07:46 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 9,276
Posted By AMAlex

And I think they are only sold by bikesdirect.

And I think they are only sold by bikesdirect.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-09-11, 07:41 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 19,920
Posted By AMAlex

The Miami Mountain lol, 78 feet is all we get...

The Miami Mountain lol, 78 feet is all we get haha.
Forum: Commuting
07-09-11, 07:38 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,523
Posted By AMAlex

Google maps? Bus? Do you have friends?

Google maps? Bus? Do you have friends?
Forum: Road Cycling
07-09-11, 07:37 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,282
Posted By AMAlex

Looks good, and the seat helps too.

Looks good, and the seat helps too.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-09-11, 07:35 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 4,621
Posted By AMAlex

Take up some spinning classes too, theres down to...

Take up some spinning classes too, theres down to be some cycle ladies there haha.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-09-11, 07:26 PM
Replies: 190
Views: 12,899
Posted By AMAlex

Coach, why didn't you try going DOWN the hill?...

Coach, why didn't you try going DOWN the hill? I'm sure you would've gotten past that 0mph barrier...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-09-11, 07:22 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,102
Posted By AMAlex

I just finished HS rowing and my university...

I just finished HS rowing and my university doesn't have rowing, which is why I'm cycling now haha. Anyways, we used to do ice baths and it does help with recovery.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-09-11, 07:20 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,943
Posted By AMAlex

Uh oh, bringing the heat! :P

Uh oh, bringing the heat! :P
Forum: Introductions
07-09-11, 07:16 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 190
Posted By AMAlex

Thanks!

Thanks!
Forum: Road Cycling
07-09-11, 07:15 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,540
Posted By AMAlex

I have a saris bones 3 that I use for the parents...

I have a saris bones 3 that I use for the parents and little brothers bikes, my bike goes in the back seat.
Forum: Alt Bike Culture
07-09-11, 07:01 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 908
Posted By AMAlex

That must be funny on the streets haha.

That must be funny on the streets haha.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-09-11, 06:57 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,187
Posted By AMAlex

I try to avoid rain if possible, it wears the...

I try to avoid rain if possible, it wears the drivetrain down faster and can deteriorate if not cleaned soon. I either wait for the rain to pass or either do stationary/trainer bike work or go for a...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-09-11, 06:56 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,903
Posted By AMAlex

I've only seen a couple, and they were people on...

I've only seen a couple, and they were people on cruisers or non-road bikes, some without helmets.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-09-11, 05:40 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,943
Posted By AMAlex

I actually love going downhill, even though in...

I actually love going downhill, even though in florida the biggest hill we have here is not even a hill... its a bridge. I haven't recorded my top speed going downhill but I'm very sure its over...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-09-11, 05:36 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,102
Posted By AMAlex

Well ice baths can help in the recovery of...

Well ice baths can help in the recovery of muscles, but only if done right. You have to switch from icy water to warm/timid water a number of times to be effective. Oh, and jacuzzi's/ very hot water...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-09-11, 04:51 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,076
Posted By AMAlex

giro road bike gloves, helped a bunch with...

giro road bike gloves, helped a bunch with numbness and when I went MTBing with friends I had no others so I used them and they saved my hands from a fall haha!
Forum: Southeast
07-09-11, 04:45 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 591
Posted By AMAlex

I remember my first time with clipless pedals...

I remember my first time with clipless pedals (not too long ago haha). It was easy and I though I would never fall... A week later I start slowing for a red light which I notice should turn green...
Forum: Commuting
07-09-11, 04:27 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 783
Posted By AMAlex

I, for one, hate the rain. If I get caught in it,...

I, for one, hate the rain. If I get caught in it, then so be it, but I usually try to avoid the rain. Whenever it rains the streets in key biscayne, FL where I do most of my riding is sandy and salty...
Forum: Southeast
07-09-11, 04:17 PM
Replies: 733
Views: 81,924
Posted By AMAlex

Rain in the morning prevented a nice ride... I...

Rain in the morning prevented a nice ride... I hate the rain in South florida recently...
Forum: Southeast
07-09-11, 04:15 PM
Replies: 4,826
Views: 460,843
Posted By AMAlex

Been raining like crazy in south FL recently,...

Been raining like crazy in south FL recently, rain this morning prevented me from going out, but I'm heading out soon because the weather is much better, despite some wet spots.
Showing results 1 to 50 of 57
 
Page 1 of 2
1
2


 
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.