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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-05-14, 09:14 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 990
Posted By stealthbiker

We had some brisk winds here in the Shenandoah...

We had some brisk winds here in the Shenandoah Valley yesterday. Did 30 out, into the wind, and then a fun ride home with it (mostly) to my back. Got much stronger as the day went on so was happy...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-05-14, 09:08 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 787
Posted By stealthbiker

There was a book that I read back in the early...

There was a book that I read back in the early 80's about a group of older folks who had figured out how to convert blood from young people into a kind of "youth serum". They would befriend young...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-01-14, 11:27 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 728
Posted By stealthbiker

Yesterday was great - first ride without tights...

Yesterday was great - first ride without tights (though did go with leg warmers), winter cap under my helmet or long fingered gloves. Supposed to beginning raining today or tomorrow so did a morning...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-05-14, 06:12 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 772
Posted By stealthbiker

I've always been a fan of Crampandgoslow.

I've always been a fan of Crampandgoslow.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-20-14, 12:50 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,243
Posted By stealthbiker

I'd vote for glue but I've been so long removed...

I'd vote for glue but I've been so long removed from using tubulars that my opinion isn't really worth anything. But I do have to tell this story.

Back in 1983 was racing a series of criteriums in...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-17-14, 02:50 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 4,681
Posted By stealthbiker

I bought a cross bike for Christmas with the idea...

I bought a cross bike for Christmas with the idea of using it to get some rides in this winter - but it has been so snowy and cold in OH that I've only had a chance to get outside two times (one with...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-15-14, 08:11 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,163
Posted By stealthbiker

No spring chicken but fortunately don't have that...

No spring chicken but fortunately don't have that particular problem yet. Normally I sleep well so this is new and frustrating to me. Haven't slept "in" a bed other than a few times since the...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-15-14, 03:53 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,163
Posted By stealthbiker

About five weeks ago fell while riding on some...

About five weeks ago fell while riding on some black ice. Going very slowly but left foot didn't release cleanly and ended up with class 1 MCL injury on left knee. Able to ride on trainer without any...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-12-14, 06:30 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,395
Posted By stealthbiker

-7* in Cleveland this morning as well. Doesn't...

-7* in Cleveland this morning as well. Doesn't seem like winter will ever end. Heading home to VA tomorrow (in a snow storm if the forecast is correct) but then to GA on Friday where temps are...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-04-14, 01:13 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,948
Posted By stealthbiker

My only suggestion is to place something under...

My only suggestion is to place something under any cables that may rest on the hooks. I used a small pad so that the weight of the bike on the cable doesn't cause abrasion on the frame. Might be...
Forum: Winter Cycling
01-23-14, 03:30 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,005
Posted By stealthbiker

Consider yourself lucky. Was riding about 2...

Consider yourself lucky. Was riding about 2 weeks ago - having a great time. Roads were clear and mostly dry. Got into one area though and what I thought was "wet" was "ice". Went down at about 4...
Forum: Winter Cycling
01-23-14, 03:20 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,215
Posted By stealthbiker

You did better than I did. Two weeks ago got...

You did better than I did. Two weeks ago got into some black ice. Only going about 4 miles/hour but left foot didn't release cleanly. Injured left MCL - 3-6 weeks recovery. Fortunately no cars...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-16-14, 06:42 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 3,536
Posted By stealthbiker

We have "Breaking Away" which, while certainly...

We have "Breaking Away" which, while certainly featuring cycling was really more of a story about growing up. Also have "American Flyers" which, if nothing else, taught us that trying to push...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-11-14, 09:23 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 5,920
Posted By stealthbiker

Unfortunately it wasn't the strap that was dumb...

Unfortunately it wasn't the strap that was dumb in that instance..

I can, proudly, say that I've never unclipped right and leaned left (or vice versa). So maybe learned my lesson?
Forum: Road Cycling
01-11-14, 09:14 AM
Replies: 170
Views: 13,250
Posted By stealthbiker

Good luck to you - hope your Monday meeting is a...

Good luck to you - hope your Monday meeting is a good one. I lost a job about 9 years ago - wasn't happy and only regretted because I thought I would have to move my family again. Fortunately was...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-11-14, 09:01 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 5,920
Posted By stealthbiker

Back in the day of cleated shoes and toe...

Back in the day of cleated shoes and toe clips/straps I was approaching a stop sign, reached down, loosened my right strap and then leaned left. Fortunately the only injury I suffered was a sharp...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-09-14, 07:18 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 3,693
Posted By stealthbiker

Number of years ago helped a young fellow who had...

Number of years ago helped a young fellow who had flatted and was waaaayyyy out of cell phone range. No spare, no kit, nothing. Fortunately we were out in our mini van and were able to take both...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-02-14, 02:16 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,061
Posted By stealthbiker

Grew up in Canada so a big fan of the metric...

Grew up in Canada so a big fan of the metric system. Except hectares - never got that one - of course I'm not too good with acres so probably doesn't matter. But I remember in Mr. Beer's chemistry...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-02-14, 11:56 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,061
Posted By stealthbiker

I got a cyclocross bike for Christmas with the...

I got a cyclocross bike for Christmas with the intent on using it for winter riding. I live in VA but spent a lot of time in the NE Ohio area. Rode on Monday when the roads were wet but clear. ...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-20-13, 05:49 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 12,208
Posted By stealthbiker

Still working on the man cave. The recreation...

Still working on the man cave. The recreation area is currently in the 4th year of a 1 year project. In fairness I do commute out of town about 65% of the time. Down to the end - baseboard, paint...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-19-13, 01:47 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,848
Posted By stealthbiker

I've used Remington shooting glasses from...

I've used Remington shooting glasses from Wal-Mart in the past. They are $8-$10 and are pretty decent for the price. Probably have more choices than that but might be worth a look to see if they...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-19-13, 01:35 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,208
Posted By stealthbiker

Not sure if they are in business or not but an...

Not sure if they are in business or not but an established brand that seems to have disappeared is "Pro-Togs" cycling clothing. I still have a couple of their jerseys and a pair of tights - all 100%...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-13-13, 11:46 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,331
Posted By stealthbiker

I too, had a paper route for a couple of years as...

I too, had a paper route for a couple of years as a young teen. The day before my first day I fell and needed 4 stitches in my left shin. Couldn't use my bike (a 3 speed) so I borrowed my sisters...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-12-13, 06:43 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 4,225
Posted By stealthbiker

As I've grown more, um, mature the joy of the...

As I've grown more, um, mature the joy of the season has definitely receeded. Too busy at work, commuting out of state, crowds in the store etc. etc. I TRY to get in the spirit. I WANT to get in...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-02-13, 09:12 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 6,810
Posted By stealthbiker

I'll ride in the cold as long as road conditions...

I'll ride in the cold as long as road conditions are good. Snow, ice or chance for black ice and I say "nay-nay". I can do cold down to a pretty decent level - 10* F or so is ok. I have plenty of...
Forum: Winter Cycling
12-02-13, 12:16 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,880
Posted By stealthbiker

I've cycled as low as single digits (F) but my...

I've cycled as low as single digits (F) but my criteria is really based more on road conditions than temperature. When roads are wet/icy I'm staying inside. But if roads are dry and clear I'm good...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-19-13, 06:45 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,640
Posted By stealthbiker

I rinse my waterbottles well with hot water after...

I rinse my waterbottles well with hot water after every use. Especially important if I have Gatorade or other sports drink in them. Occasionally I'll wash with denture cleaner - you can get a good...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-13-13, 04:01 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,985
Posted By stealthbiker

I've had luck asking desk clerks if there is a...

I've had luck asking desk clerks if there is a secure storage area for bikes if our room is especially small. There is often somewhere behind the desk that they can keep your bike overnight. But...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-26-13, 06:33 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,943
Posted By stealthbiker

I want to see what your GPS says.....

I want to see what your GPS says.....
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-19-13, 05:58 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,314
Posted By stealthbiker

Moved my younger daughter to Grad School in late...

Moved my younger daughter to Grad School in late July. Older daughter got engaged two weeks ago. Been out of town for a couple of weeks but sure that getting back on the bike will make me feel...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-19-13, 05:51 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 17,162
Posted By stealthbiker

I had a Canadian equivalent - bought a new bike...

I had a Canadian equivalent - bought a new bike at Simpson's in Brampton, ON - spring of 1977. Great bike - carbon frame, 3 piece cottered crank, 27x1.25" tires, Simplex derailleurs on a stem...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-19-13, 05:19 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 678
Posted By stealthbiker

That's truly a shame. I wish I could believe...

That's truly a shame. I wish I could believe that every cycling fatality would raise awareness and improve safety for all. But I guess I'm too cynical to believe that anymore.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-11-13, 06:29 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 5,357
Posted By stealthbiker

Took a wheel apart and cleaned races and repacked...

Took a wheel apart and cleaned races and repacked the bearings. Stripped the threads while re-installing. Of course I was only 10 at the time. Generally speaking I've learned to stop and think...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-03-13, 05:38 PM
Replies: 270
Views: 23,737
Posted By stealthbiker

Wow - This brings back some memories. I've moved...

Wow - This brings back some memories. I've moved a lot over the years so unsure if some brands have truly disappeared or if I just moved away from them. But here are a few that come to my mind.......
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-02-13, 06:16 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,079
Posted By stealthbiker

Have the same problems with my mega exo external...

Have the same problems with my mega exo external BB. Took it apart last week and used the teflon tape. Managed to reduce the noise for all of 5 miles. Admittedly it was a quieter "creak" than in...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-28-13, 10:32 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,915
Posted By stealthbiker

Couple years back buzzing down a hill on the Blue...

Couple years back buzzing down a hill on the Blue Ridge Parkway I saw a large (actually it looked HUGE) buck start to jump into the road. Fortunately he saw me and wheeled back into the woods. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-27-13, 10:22 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 3,978
Posted By stealthbiker

Here in the Shenandoah Valley cycling is great. ...

Here in the Shenandoah Valley cycling is great. We've got our share of jerks but in general drivers are cautious and courteous. You are much more likely to get a "wave" than a "finger". I guess...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-18-08, 11:25 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 693
Posted By stealthbiker

I had a 305 for running and simply put a piece of...

I had a 305 for running and simply put a piece of foam on my bars so that I can strap it to them. Works like a charm. Nice large display, several modes/information to view and ability to download...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-17-08, 05:48 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 505
Posted By stealthbiker

I live in Waynesboro and have heard that the...

I live in Waynesboro and have heard that the course this year is much tougher than in the past. It was pretty hard 3 years ago when I rode it and the new course is very hard - 13,400 feet of...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-15-08, 01:01 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 4,561
Posted By stealthbiker

Speaking of technology

Regarding the comments about the impact that the improved swimsuits have had on times there are also other technological changes - better pools (less wash) and lanes are among two of them. But I...
Forum: Commuting
07-08-08, 06:27 PM
Replies: 885
Views: 108,825
Posted By stealthbiker

Good for you! When I was in college and had a...

Good for you! When I was in college and had a very limited budget (mainly due to buying expensive racing bikes!) I bought an old Schwinn 3 speed for $35. Took me back and forth to college (5 miles...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-27-08, 04:06 PM
Replies: 195
Views: 10,519
Posted By stealthbiker

Great to start them early. We refused to get our...

Great to start them early. We refused to get our kids any sort of electric or motorized toys when they were little. Used to have a lot of fun bike riding through the neighborhood with them. Now...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-06-08, 06:24 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 3,535
Posted By stealthbiker

5 Bikes in 1 Day?

They'll be making you the manager before too long! That's outstanding. I wouldn't worry about the pay too much - the experience you are getting is invaluable.

I work for a company that has...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-02-08, 12:39 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 1,837
Posted By stealthbiker

I live just on the other side of the mountains...

I live just on the other side of the mountains from Charlottesville. Its a great town - we spend a lot of time there and our oldest daughter goes to UVa. Great school with lots of good programs. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-21-08, 09:10 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 316
Posted By stealthbiker

I generally use less expensive brands of...

I generally use less expensive brands of sunglasses but do make sure that they have good protection. I tend not to be able to have a long term relationship with my glasses so expensive brands aren't...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-16-07, 07:51 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,874
Posted By stealthbiker

Well, besides that fact that you are an idiot (as...

Well, besides that fact that you are an idiot (as well supported by other commentors) you need to consider your PROCESS. I've seen two good suggestions - put the wheel on your windshield and lean...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-08-07, 02:39 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 3,507
Posted By stealthbiker

There's also a Pag's in Carbondale near the...

There's also a Pag's in Carbondale near the Southern Illinois campus. Imagine my surprise when I saw one in the movie. According to my parents (who live in Tucson) there is one there as well - same...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-06-07, 12:50 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,260
Posted By stealthbiker

We have a PBS store about 30 minutes away and...

We have a PBS store about 30 minutes away and I've been very pleased with them. I don't order much on line so won't speak to that but the in store experience has been very good.

Two years ago I...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-30-07, 12:25 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 2,888
Posted By stealthbiker

April 20th for me. I need at least one week...

April 20th for me. I need at least one week downtime - been forever since I've had any time off from working out. Was going to do it in the fall but now I'm running marathons so I'm training all...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-29-07, 12:44 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,606
Posted By stealthbiker

Doesn't sound like much effort was made to help...

Doesn't sound like much effort was made to help you along the way so he shouldn't expect any effort on your part either. I'm suspicious about the "good bike in the shop" story as well. If I had to...
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