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Forum: Triathlon
08-17-09, 07:56 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,257
Posted By SoulBlade

2 weeks ago I decided to do my first sprint tri...

2 weeks ago I decided to do my first sprint tri at the end of this month... haven't really swam since high school (30 yrs), but am picking it back up quickly, with 8000 yds per week. Read TI...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-06-08, 01:29 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,428
Posted By SoulBlade

Interesting, but must be take with a grain of...

Interesting, but must be take with a grain of salt. Their tests are for conditions ideal for the aero rims, ie flat and with a 10 degree wind angle. I haven't ridden that course in awhile...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-27-07, 09:45 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,488
Posted By SoulBlade

I'm 170# and haven't had any problem with mine. ...

I'm 170# and haven't had any problem with mine. I ride the wider version.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-27-07, 09:42 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,063
Posted By SoulBlade

I usually drink 8 full bottles on a century. ...

I usually drink 8 full bottles on a century. This one only took a little over 4.5 hours, though, and I don't know that my digestive tract could process that much sports drink in that time. I only...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-27-07, 11:45 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,063
Posted By SoulBlade

Fast Century... What else could go wrong??

So I show up for a notoriously fast, flat century yesterday with my new birthday Zipp 404s. I overslept, and in the rush forgot my water bottles. Hence 2 disposable Gatorade bottles. I get to the...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-16-07, 01:46 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 10,240
Posted By SoulBlade

I would LOVE to give my wire Zipps...

My sweetie is a good little stoker, but just doesn't have the love of the sport. I would absolutely kiss the ground she rolls over if she wanted racing wheels for Mother's Day... or Valentine's......
Forum: Road Cycling
12-20-06, 08:22 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,558
Posted By SoulBlade

For the average endurance athlete the greatest...

For the average endurance athlete the greatest decline in performance over any 5-yr period happens about 45-50. Sad news for us 45-year-olds.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-03-06, 06:57 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 725
Posted By SoulBlade

I was visiting Seattle last weekend as well, but...

I was visiting Seattle last weekend as well, but spent most of the time on Vashon Island and around Gig Harbor. Damn, that island has some hills. In fact, I think it was ALL hills. Great riding in...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-06, 06:55 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,633
Posted By SoulBlade

My wife tells me that if I start shaving my legs...

My wife tells me that if I start shaving my legs she'll lose all respect for me. Not that it matters too much to me tonight, as I peel off my roadrash dressings and most of the hair with them....
...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-10-06, 04:39 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,079
Posted By SoulBlade

Zipp 404 and other wheel Questions

Sorry if these have been answered, but I'm lost without the SEARCH fxn.

In a search for a special occasion wheelset I tried some Zipp 303s and 404s and really liked them... especially the 404s. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-26-06, 07:59 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,095
Posted By SoulBlade

I tested the R3 and the Soloist Carbon recently,...

I tested the R3 and the Soloist Carbon recently, as well as a new Madone. To me the Madone was the smoothest ride of the 3 (felt almost exactly like my Merlin Extralight), followed closely by the...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-08-06, 07:15 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 430
Posted By SoulBlade

Hammer Dream Bike

I'm an aggressive recreational cyclist who likes to do the century rides and all, but also likes to go out for the weekly hammerfest and try to hang with the racers. Usually this results in being...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-07-05, 05:54 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,056
Posted By SoulBlade

February?? Having grown up in AZ, I'd recommend...

February?? Having grown up in AZ, I'd recommend Tucson and vicinity that time of year. Either Sedona or Flagstaff could be bad news then!
Forum: Road Cycling
10-14-05, 04:22 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 875
Posted By SoulBlade

That's how I got my Merlin Extralight.... a new...

That's how I got my Merlin Extralight.... a new '03 model bought in '05 for about half price. Great components and great bikes are still great a couple years later!
Forum: Road Cycling
06-20-05, 07:24 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 364
Posted By SoulBlade

I love my Extralight. There is some flex in the...

I love my Extralight. There is some flex in the BB, but even so the power transfer feels better than my Trek aluminum. I also feel more comfortable and stable on a large frame like this than on a...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-18-05, 08:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 930
Posted By SoulBlade

My Extralight gets minimal BB flex and rub when...

My Extralight gets minimal BB flex and rub when I'm standing and really mashing (5'11", 175#). I've been very happy with the ride and it's a champ on century rides. Just wish the engine were...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-05, 07:00 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 370
Posted By SoulBlade

FAST Metric - A Little Taste of Speed

Just finished a metric with only gentle rollers, nothing to take one out of the 50 ring. Holy snot did those guys fly. 20 miles into it our front group still had at 50 guys rubbing elbows at 25 mph...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-22-05, 01:53 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,397
Posted By SoulBlade

I had some numbness, though erection quality and...

I had some numbness, though erection quality and quantity weren't affected. I got a shorter stem and longer steerer tube, and now also sit farther back on the seat. The numbness is history and I'm...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-17-05, 08:05 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,019
Posted By SoulBlade

Fall on the Trace is magical. Otherwise, once...

Fall on the Trace is magical. Otherwise, once you've seen 50 miles or so of it, you've pretty much seen it all.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-09-05, 06:30 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 644
Posted By SoulBlade

Smells fishy. I wouldn't be surprised if all the...

Smells fishy. I wouldn't be surprised if all the tubes had holes in the same place. I'd check the rim tape and run my finger around the inside of the tire. :-)
Forum: Road Cycling
05-08-05, 05:15 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 339
Posted By SoulBlade

First Century Report

Well, I did it. Entered my first century yesterday and finished strong. I was at first hoping to do the metric century option trying for a good pace (19-20mph) but couldn't find a friend in the...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-05-05, 09:19 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,193
Posted By SoulBlade

I had the same problem after 30+ mile rides. ...

I had the same problem after 30+ mile rides. Dropped the saddle 0.5cm, rotated the bars upward and PRESTO! no more numbness.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-01-05, 08:58 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 951
Posted By SoulBlade

I have bought both a high-end roadie and a...

I have bought both a high-end roadie and a high-end mtb from the same guy on eBay. I did my homework, called and talked to the gentleman personally, and would do it again in a minute. Hard to argue...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-01-05, 08:44 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,120
Posted By SoulBlade

Practice, practice, practice. I bought my first...

Practice, practice, practice. I bought my first road bike in January of this year, and have put 1400 miles in since then. February average speed was 16 mph. March was 17.5. In April I did a hilly...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-16-05, 04:29 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 249
Posted By SoulBlade

First Metric Century Report

Hi from new a 43 yo junkie...

I decided to give my knees a break 3 months ago and bought a Trek at the LBS. I've got the bug something fierce, have lost 13 lbs of me, but have gained 25 lbs of...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-16-05, 03:31 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 578
Posted By SoulBlade

And I thought this was a new social service for...

And I thought this was a new social service for us lonely bikers....
Forum: Road Cycling
01-30-05, 09:32 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 778
Posted By SoulBlade

http://www.anaerobia.com/home.html

http://www.anaerobia.com/home.html
Forum: Road Cycling
01-30-05, 09:21 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 15,680
Posted By SoulBlade

Stop riding immediately and give your median...

Stop riding immediately and give your median nerve a few days off. A steroid pack may help. When you restart, try the excellent glove recommendations above. Some people have to give up riding if...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-30-05, 09:06 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 778
Posted By SoulBlade

Anaerobia

Just checked out the Republic of Anaerobia website... cracked me up! I think the idea is a great one, but I wonder how many Anaerobes are out there. Anyone in the South/Tennessee?
Forum: Road Cycling
01-25-05, 10:41 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 533
Posted By SoulBlade

>>How much time do you have to spend on...

>>How much time do you have to spend on training-then we maybe can give you a good answer.<<

I think I can manage 2 hrs 3 days during the week, and 3 hours on Sat and Sun. Too bad job has to...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-24-05, 06:59 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 533
Posted By SoulBlade

Realistic Goals

I've been a runner for years, logging about 16 miles/wk, but my hips and knees complained if I did more. I wanted a non-impact activity to supplement my workouts, so I sauntered into my LBS and...
Forum: Introductions
01-23-05, 09:23 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 319
Posted By SoulBlade

Middle Tennessee

Just got my first bike in ages and love it!! Anyone have any words of wisdom for building strength quickly?

Thanks,
Andy
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