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Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
01-24-16, 11:03 PM
Replies: 137
Views: 21,848
Posted By spec84

Right but that's a rule that's easily enforced....

Right but that's a rule that's easily enforced. Back during the dark days of pro cycling the UCI had banned substance on the books(EPO) that were impossible to enforce. So everybody started using the...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
01-24-16, 09:53 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 7,622
Posted By spec84

Universal HD is only available on Directv. I...

Universal HD is only available on Directv. I found this out after searching and searching and searching some more. Apparently its not available to DISH users like myself...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
12-17-15, 09:24 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,174
Posted By spec84

There's a stage race in Argentina scheduled for...

There's a stage race in Argentina scheduled for sometime next month, I think. Although I doubt there will be many big names attending.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-17-15, 09:15 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,953
Posted By spec84

I have the Formared Carbon windfront bibtights...

I have the Formared Carbon windfront bibtights and yes they are very nice. They are a perfect fit for me. I have no real complaints except for the shin area. They would be absolutely perfecto if the...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-17-15, 08:44 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 927
Posted By spec84

Thanks guys, I've pretty much decided to keep it,...

Thanks guys, I've pretty much decided to keep it, especially since I got it on sale. I'd hate to get a bigger size and it be loose when this one fits pretty snug.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-17-15, 03:04 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 927
Posted By spec84

Base layers fit

I just got a nice Giordana long sleeve winter base layer on sale. They actually sent me the wrong size which was one size too small. I was going to just send the thing back, but its got me to...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
12-17-15, 02:48 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,908
Posted By spec84

Good riddance! Every time I hear the word...

Good riddance! Every time I hear the word rabobank I get nauseated. They are such hypocritical scum, as are most banksters. They had no problem making tons of money during the "dirty" era, just like...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
11-21-15, 01:54 AM
Replies: 158
Views: 29,463
Posted By spec84

And how much do you know about pro cycling?...

And how much do you know about pro cycling? Actually I grew up running in road races since I was a kid, and I know people who run marathons. There's not a whole lot of strategy involve in running,...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
11-19-15, 02:40 PM
Replies: 158
Views: 29,463
Posted By spec84

I don't know about the rest of you but I don't...

I don't know about the rest of you but I don't want to see any one people to dominate any sport. Cycling is obviously a Euro sport and always has been. It would be a bummer to me if Africans started...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
11-19-15, 02:32 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 7,622
Posted By spec84

Don't know what you've got till its GONE.

Don't know what you've got till its GONE.
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
10-31-15, 02:18 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 32,675
Posted By spec84

Thanks anyway. I guess the site is totally...

Thanks anyway. I guess the site is totally private for now... :(
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
10-29-15, 12:00 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 32,675
Posted By spec84

I just discovered cyclingtorrents.nl, and I'd...

I just discovered cyclingtorrents.nl, and I'd really appreciate it if someone could please send me an invite. TIA
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
10-20-15, 08:19 AM
Replies: 108
Views: 17,100
Posted By spec84

Those damn Italians sure love their nose candy...

Those damn Italians sure love their nose candy...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
10-19-15, 06:10 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 17,100
Posted By spec84

Boonen? Or maybe your referring to one of the...

Boonen? Or maybe your referring to one of the Katusha riders...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
10-18-15, 06:17 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 17,100
Posted By spec84

You guys really think the top pros are still...

You guys really think the top pros are still doping? I mean, Danielson was one of the old guard of cycling. Hell he raced on Armstrong's team back in the day. Its hard for me to believe that someone...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
10-18-15, 05:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,057
Posted By spec84

I know its a domestic team, but Monday morning as...

I know its a domestic team, but Monday morning as I was leaving out of Richmond after the worlds, I was following the UHC team hauler all the way out of Virginia... Nice rig:thumb:
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
10-18-15, 05:53 PM
Replies: 305
Views: 33,179
Posted By spec84

Sagan is probably the strongest guy out there...

Sagan is probably the strongest guy out there short of maybe Greipel. Andre Greipel is a beast! I think the only thing that has ever hindered Greipel would be his weight, but he's all muscle. When...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
09-29-15, 11:46 AM
Replies: 305
Views: 33,179
Posted By spec84

Friday and Saturday were cool, Sunday was...

Friday and Saturday were cool, Sunday was "electric" and that's about the only word I can think of the describe it really. I go to a lot of concerts and Libby Hill felt just like a huge outdoor music...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
09-29-15, 11:26 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,367
Posted By spec84

That does look orange. hah

That does look orange. hah
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
09-27-15, 10:36 PM
Replies: 305
Views: 33,179
Posted By spec84

Amazing race. The weather turned out perfect as...

Amazing race. The weather turned out perfect as did the action. It was kind of weird to see so American fans literally going berserk for Sagan, especially considering the fact that our guys were in...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
09-27-15, 09:36 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,367
Posted By spec84

Hey I thought the USA kit looked pretty nice,...

Hey I thought the USA kit looked pretty nice, that's why I got the replica :p
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
09-26-15, 08:15 PM
Replies: 305
Views: 33,179
Posted By spec84

I'll second this. I stayed pretty much in this...

I'll second this. I stayed pretty much in this vicinity all day. Its a primo spot. I walked up and down Governors a few times to get different perspectives. Its actually decent little climb there,...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
09-25-15, 10:22 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 7,216
Posted By spec84

We all know that women's cycling is a different...

We all know that women's cycling is a different ballgame from the pro men. At the end of the day it's an individual sport, especially ITT. Its just you and the clock. Of course the sponsors won't be...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
09-25-15, 09:48 PM
Replies: 305
Views: 33,179
Posted By spec84

I too was shocked by the sheer speed and the...

I too was shocked by the sheer speed and the sound of that many bikes and vehicles whizzing by in person. They haul ass, and this is the U23 class I'm talking about here. U23 men narrowly missed the...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
09-23-15, 11:22 AM
Replies: 305
Views: 33,179
Posted By spec84

Well... You never know about the weather. Let's...

Well... You never know about the weather. Let's keep our fingers crossed, toes crossed, and everything else crossed that it will stay primarily dry and if it does rain hopefully it will only be a...
Forum: BMX
09-23-15, 12:00 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,214
Posted By spec84

I used to be big into BMX/Dirt Freestyle when I...

I used to be big into BMX/Dirt Freestyle when I was younger. I'm now doing the road thing. What's crazy is that all the bike shops that I frequent now are nothing but road and Mtn. bikes but I...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-22-15, 11:52 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,815
Posted By spec84

Edge pro gel and a Schick Hydro 5 for the face,...

Edge pro gel and a Schick Hydro 5 for the face, no shave the legs. I'm a hairy bastard. I imagine it would be pretty rough. I shaved my chest one time and though I was going to die from the...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
09-22-15, 11:39 PM
Replies: 305
Views: 33,179
Posted By spec84

Never been to a race like this, would it be a...

Never been to a race like this, would it be a good idea to bring my bike? I'll be staying downtown, and I was thinking about putting the platform pedals on and using it to get around from place to...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-22-15, 09:57 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,706
Posted By spec84

I've never tried the Di2. It's kind of hard to...

I've never tried the Di2. It's kind of hard to find a demo bike around these parts. It has always peaked my interest though. I've always said to myself that whenever I buy a new bike it will probably...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-21-15, 02:17 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,713
Posted By spec84

Always remember this. :D Yea, I've personally...

Always remember this. :D Yea, I've personally accumulated many scars over the years. I was pretty accident prone as a youth. From BMX to Motocross, Mountain Biking, Wakeboarding, and crotch rockets....
Forum: Road Cycling
09-21-15, 02:03 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 8,530
Posted By spec84

I'm looking for something with super comfortable...

I'm looking for something with super comfortable straps. I currently run a Specialized Echelon and the straps are scratchy as hell, sometimes I have to unbuckle it and I really hate to do that since...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-20-15, 08:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 8,530
Posted By spec84

You guys have any experience with Kask?

You guys have any experience with Kask?
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-20-15, 08:14 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,918
Posted By spec84

Thanks for speaking the truth. We need more of...

Thanks for speaking the truth. We need more of this ;)
Forum: Road Cycling
09-20-15, 03:40 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,265
Posted By spec84

OK, you've convinced me to wear it today ;) ...

OK, you've convinced me to wear it today ;)

...can someone recommend a comfortable nice looking helmet? I have an el cheapo specialized helmet that I got for free when I purchased my bike.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-20-15, 03:29 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,265
Posted By spec84

Not wearing a helmet

I know its stupid, and I should always wear one, but I almost never do. I can't stand wearing the thing. The only time I wear one is riding with a group or organized ride where its mandatory. I don't...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
09-20-15, 01:26 AM
Replies: 305
Views: 33,179
Posted By spec84

I saw an article about one of the TT bikes being...

I saw an article about one of the TT bikes being stolen in Richmond. Is the city really that rough or would that be more of an isolated incident?
Forum: Southeast
09-20-15, 12:29 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,391
Posted By spec84

That's horrible. When I used to ride motorbikes I...

That's horrible. When I used to ride motorbikes I would cringe every time I heard about some Motorcyclist getting hit, I still do, but now that I'm a road cyclist I'm also cringing at these kinds of...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-14-15, 11:43 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 18,965
Posted By spec84

Do like I did and find a shop somewhere in your...

Do like I did and find a shop somewhere in your vicinity and try on a couple of different brands. Looks like you live in Philly, so you shouldn't any trouble finding a nice shop with a nice selection...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
09-13-15, 08:16 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 13,069
Posted By spec84

MOE-VEE-STAR and TINK-AFF-SOX-OHH:D

MOE-VEE-STAR and TINK-AFF-SOX-OHH:D
Forum: Road Cycling
09-10-15, 11:40 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,546
Posted By spec84

BMC impec

I know at one time this was the only BMC line still made in Switzerland. Does anyone know if they still make them? I can't seem to find anything on them. I'm thinking they're discontinued.
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
09-07-15, 10:32 AM
Replies: 305
Views: 33,179
Posted By spec84

...Was actually thinking about going with the...

...Was actually thinking about going with the Libby Hill tickets. How do you think they might would compare with Finish line?
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
09-06-15, 12:54 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,458
Posted By spec84

Well, this is something I've always thought...

Well, this is something I've always thought about, what if they sold tickets? It begs the question, how the hell could they keep non-ticket holders from viewing the race when the race covers 100+...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
09-06-15, 02:26 AM
Replies: 305
Views: 33,179
Posted By spec84

Thinking about getting a vip pass for Sunday....

Thinking about getting a vip pass for Sunday. It's a little pricey, but would it be worth it?
Forum: Road Cycling
09-06-15, 02:04 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 4,081
Posted By spec84

I do most of the preventative maintenance myself....

I do most of the preventative maintenance myself. I'm in the process of gathering tools for working on road bikes. Next I plan on getting a work stand. I'm tired of getting down and crawling on the...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
09-02-15, 10:38 PM
Replies: 305
Views: 33,179
Posted By spec84

Please don't say the R word, don't even think...

Please don't say the R word, don't even think about it ;) I think you're right though about the crowds because I just booked a downtown hotel and almost every single one was sold out. I guess I...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
09-02-15, 07:48 PM
Replies: 305
Views: 33,179
Posted By spec84

Thanks Hokie, yea I plan on doing a lot of...

Thanks Hokie, yea I plan on doing a lot of sightseeing. It looks like Richmond has a plethora of antebellum/civil war monuments and memorials, can't wait!
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
09-02-15, 05:41 PM
Replies: 305
Views: 33,179
Posted By spec84

Nice looking place, thanks. I'm just trying to...

Nice looking place, thanks. I'm just trying to decide if I want to plop down the extra cash and stay downtown, closer to the course(where I can walk back to my room) or get something cheaper outside...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
08-30-15, 09:27 PM
Replies: 305
Views: 33,179
Posted By spec84

165??? Can you please direct me to the cheap...

165??? Can you please direct me to the cheap hotels? Just about every area hotel I look into ends up being insanely expensive.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-30-15, 08:53 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,666
Posted By spec84

I got into it for fitness and that's where I'm at...

I got into it for fitness and that's where I'm at now. My endurance is getting better and I'm going farther on almost every ride, so that's pretty interesting. Its similar to other endurance sports...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
08-26-15, 11:31 PM
Replies: 305
Views: 33,179
Posted By spec84

So don't forget the milk crate, gotcha! :D Are...

So don't forget the milk crate, gotcha! :D Are there plenty of exhibits/vendors at events like this so I don't end up getting bored? Watching the USA Pro Challenge looked like a blast. It really...
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