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Forum: Road Cycling
08-14-05, 11:19 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 392
Posted By anthropete

I'm not sure I see the dilemna here. You should...

I'm not sure I see the dilemna here. You should go to the shop and tell them what the problem is. If it was their fault, they are obligated to replace it and if they are as nice as you say they...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-12-05, 03:36 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 4,964
Posted By anthropete

My fiance is super supportive of my obsession. ...

My fiance is super supportive of my obsession. She never whines about me riding and she will sit through a whole story about my group ride and how I worked the other guys on this really tough hill...
Forum: Commuting
08-12-05, 03:19 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 17,335
Posted By anthropete

I too am curious as to why you will do this. ...

I too am curious as to why you will do this. What kind of dog is it? Is it well trained? I'd be more afraid of it jumping out than falling out.

Pete
http://www.viovio.com/anthropete
Forum: Introductions
08-11-05, 09:31 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 361
Posted By anthropete

Welcome to the forums, Sean! I live in...

Welcome to the forums, Sean! I live in Carrborro. All of us in this area are definitely lucky to have such beautiful roads to ride. Good luck with your bike rebuild.

Pete...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
08-07-05, 08:17 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,236
Posted By anthropete

Have you changed your diet at all? Even still,...

Have you changed your diet at all? Even still, you should be seeing some kind of changes i.e. more muscle and maybe your clothes fit better. Scale weight is deceptive. Try going by inches.

Pete...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-04-05, 12:32 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 368
Posted By anthropete

Some of the excitment of the Performance catalog...

Some of the excitment of the Performance catalog wore off when I moved to Carrboro, NC b/c we have a Performance store here - with piles of catalogs at the counter. Funny, I still read it though!
...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-04-05, 12:29 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 570
Posted By anthropete

Go you! I've completed one century in the...

Go you! I've completed one century in the mountains of North Carolina. It was tough, no doubt, but once you get into it you get that drive to accomplish your goal and you finish. Definitely bring...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
08-02-05, 07:07 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 565
Posted By anthropete

I agree with all. I always stretch and I truly...

I agree with all. I always stretch and I truly think it's beneficial. In any case, I don't see how stretching post work out could be bad for your muscles. So do it!

Pete...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-01-05, 03:15 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 610
Posted By anthropete

I have three LBS in my town. One of them happens...

I have three LBS in my town. One of them happens to be Performance and I usually go there when purchasing equipment b/c they always have the cheapest prices. When it comes to repairs and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-31-05, 01:03 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 458
Posted By anthropete

I have also purchased stuff from Nashbar and...

I have also purchased stuff from Nashbar and Performance and had good experiences. The majority of the cycling stuff I bought online has come from eBay (two bikes, two jerseys, shorts, shoes,...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-29-05, 10:06 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,609
Posted By anthropete

and bowling? I can't understand how they play so...

and bowling? I can't understand how they play so much PBA action. Bowling and poker could both be replaced by cycling. Didn't ESPN cover the Tour before OLN? If I remember correctly they did...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-29-05, 09:57 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 6,315
Posted By anthropete

If you don't care than don't bother posting ......

If you don't care than don't bother posting ... go find a thread you do care about. We're just having fun.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-29-05, 09:53 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 6,315
Posted By anthropete

John Kerry rides a custom Serrota. He's a really...

John Kerry rides a custom Serrota. He's a really tall guy! Bet he looks kinda funny. Anyone have a pic?

Pete
http://www.viovio.com/anthropete
Forum: Road Cycling
07-29-05, 09:49 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,417
Posted By anthropete

Nevermind about the image thing I said, I guess...

Nevermind about the image thing I said, I guess that doesn't work like I thought. Sorry!

Pete
http://www.viovio.com/anthropete
Forum: Road Cycling
07-29-05, 09:47 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,417
Posted By anthropete

Beautiful ride! Enjoy and tell us how it goes...

Beautiful ride! Enjoy and tell us how it goes for you. To put the image in the thread just use the image icon (looks like a landscape with mountains and sun). It will ask you for the image text to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-28-05, 01:00 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 445
Posted By anthropete

HI-larious. Thanks for sharing! Pete ...

HI-larious. Thanks for sharing!

Pete
http://www.viovio.com/anthropete
Forum: Introductions
07-27-05, 12:03 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 384
Posted By anthropete

Hey all ... greetings from Carrboro, NC. Pretty...

Hey all ... greetings from Carrboro, NC. Pretty cycle friendly here too. Welcome to the forums nmcheese!

Pete
http://www.viovio.com/anthropete
Forum: Commuting
07-27-05, 11:42 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 611
Posted By anthropete

Yes, please call the city because it will help...

Yes, please call the city because it will help everyone. I don't see much more than raccoons and possums here in NC. If I see a dog, it is so upsetting. Don't know what I'd do if my dog were...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-27-05, 11:35 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 841
Posted By anthropete

Congrats to all. Groups rides are one of the...

Congrats to all. Groups rides are one of the things that keeps me out there. Af2nr - you did great for your first time. I know you'll keep at it. Watch out for those cocky buggers that think they...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
07-27-05, 10:59 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,228
Posted By anthropete

Water retention is a big factor as well. Salty...

Water retention is a big factor as well. Salty foods like nuts lead to greater water retention which leads to more pounds on the scale reading. Don't fret over a one day weight diff. Keep to your...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-27-05, 10:46 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,402
Posted By anthropete

Usually four days. Here is what a typical week...

Usually four days. Here is what a typical week looks like:

Monday - Group ride (quick pace) ~ 25 miles
Tuesday - off
Wednesday - Similar group ride to Monday
Thursday - Solo ride ~ 20 to 30...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-25-05, 10:23 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,352
Posted By anthropete

That's awesome! What a feeling! Thanks for...

That's awesome! What a feeling! Thanks for sharing.

Pete
http://www.viovio.com/anthropete
Forum: Commuting
07-25-05, 09:54 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,071
Posted By anthropete

Awesome ... it sure does feel good to get back at...

Awesome ... it sure does feel good to get back at 'em. Just be careful out there because there are a lot of crazies on the road. You never know which one might try and run you over.

Pete...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-21-05, 01:08 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 895
Posted By anthropete

yikes ... don't they sell for $600 brand new? ...

yikes ... don't they sell for $600 brand new? hey, need a business partner for that $900 trek venture?

Pete
http://www.viovio.com/anthropete
Forum: Road Cycling
07-21-05, 12:54 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 532
Posted By anthropete

I agree, listening to Phil and Paul is much...

I agree, listening to Phil and Paul is much better. Bob annoys me the way he says things so yankeeish (if that makes sense). Like tour day france and Yan instead of Jan. At least Al attempts to...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-21-05, 12:32 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 2,879
Posted By anthropete

Let's not forget about Bob Role's majanga. ...

Let's not forget about Bob Role's majanga.

Pete
http://www.viovio.com/anthropete
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-21-05, 12:09 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 821
Posted By anthropete

too funny :lol: Pete ...

too funny :lol:

Pete
http://www.viovio.com/anthropete
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-21-05, 12:08 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 821
Posted By anthropete

I think it's going to be a long time before...

I think it's going to be a long time before anyone beats 7 and if there is someone that can beat 7 then there is likely someone that can beat 10. Better to go out on a win than try to push himself...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-21-05, 11:34 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 482
Posted By anthropete

Glad you made it buddy! The things we risk to...

Glad you made it buddy! The things we risk to ride ... crazy, huh? Ever been caught in bad storm? Not me, just light rains.

Pete
http://www.viovio.com/anthropete
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-21-05, 10:30 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,187
Posted By anthropete

I usually stretch for about 10-15 minutes right...

I usually stretch for about 10-15 minutes right before riding. I think it helps to loosen me up a bit. Ironically enough, I have read that stretching after the ride is equally if not more important...
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-19-05, 03:20 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 605
Posted By anthropete

I second that. Of course there are plenty of...

I second that. Of course there are plenty of nice people on these forums, but there are equally as many arrogant clods. In my experiences road cycling I have come to the conclusion that the...
Forum: Introductions
07-19-05, 03:08 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 250
Posted By anthropete

Welcome to the bike forums Baja! I am new here...

Welcome to the bike forums Baja! I am new here myself. Go you on getting out there and rockin'. The heat is a killer. I think the best way to tackle the climbs is to envision yourself getting to...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-19-05, 02:03 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 309
Posted By anthropete

The bike looks great and has nice components. ...

The bike looks great and has nice components. I'd say you got a good deal for $800. The real test will come when you ride it. If you feel good when you ride then you made the right decision.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-19-05, 01:54 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 339
Posted By anthropete

Very cool. Although, you would think that HP...

Very cool. Although, you would think that HP would start seeing some heightened action b/c of all the exposure they are getting from the Livestrong notebook. If I were in the market for a laptop I...
Forum: Touring
07-19-05, 01:49 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 386
Posted By anthropete

Have you tried doing any research on Ebay? There...

Have you tried doing any research on Ebay? There are a ton of people selling bikes on Ebay so this would be a good way to get an idea of what others are selling for. Just search the brand name. ...
Forum: Living Car Free
07-19-05, 08:09 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 998
Posted By anthropete

Not to mention the fact that cars are bad for the...

Not to mention the fact that cars are bad for the environment. I know so many people who drive places that are within a mile from their homes. How ridiculous! It's a wonder we live in an ever...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-18-05, 07:16 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 450
Posted By anthropete

Whatever works for you. But for other's it is...

Whatever works for you. But for other's it is nice to have your own personal place to keep an ongoing "journal."
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-18-05, 04:13 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 450
Posted By anthropete

:D Great blogs folks. I enjoyed reading a bit...

:D Great blogs folks. I enjoyed reading a bit from both. I hope more people jump into this convo and tell about their blogs. Eatadonut's blog shows that blogging all your rides can be a great way...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-18-05, 11:54 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 450
Posted By anthropete

Who blogs their cycling adventures?

So blogs are huge right now. A friend of mine started a blog awhile back and has most recently devoted it to cycling both in his life and in the rest of the world. It has received a bit of a...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-18-05, 11:38 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,607
Posted By anthropete

I'm loving this Tour. I mean come on ... George...

I'm loving this Tour. I mean come on ... George wins his first Tour stage after 10 YEARS, and it was perhaps the hardest mountain stage this year; Lance is not crazy killing the competition so...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-17-05, 11:35 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,815
Posted By anthropete

In one of the recent stages (I can't remeber...

In one of the recent stages (I can't remeber which) one of the riders in the breakaway was pushed forward by a roadside fan. Not that it helped him or hurt him, but I was told by a friend that the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-17-05, 11:27 AM
Replies: 188
Views: 10,942
Posted By anthropete

I always carry my phone in my middle jersey...

I always carry my phone in my middle jersey pocket. I don't answer it if it rings, but I have had to use it a few times for a ride. Recently I attempted a long road ride on some backcountry roads...
Forum: Introductions
07-17-05, 11:19 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 198
Posted By anthropete

NC Cyclist Says Hello to All!

:D Hey folks. My name is Pete and I live in Carrboro, NC. I have been road cycling for just over a year and was mountain biking before that for several years. I began road cycling when I lived in...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-17-05, 10:36 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 2,015
Posted By anthropete

Greater than $1000 (though not much) About 100...

Greater than $1000 (though not much)
About 100 miles per week.

Pete
http://www.viovio.com/anthropete
Forum: Road Cycling
07-17-05, 10:29 AM
Replies: 634
Views: 66,616
Posted By anthropete

This was taken just before I began my first road...

This was taken just before I began my first road race. It was the Top of the Hill Race in Chatham County, NC (June 2005).
http://www.viovio.com/storage/users/206/1206/images/3192/medium.jpg
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