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Forum: Electric Bikes
05-17-18, 01:37 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 11,010
Posted By HenryL

Not a switch at all, an alternative for...

Not a switch at all, an alternative for commuting. 20 mph, no need for a shower. Pull the wheel and the road bike returns.
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-03-18, 08:39 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,311
Posted By HenryL

Ongoing observations, range really hasn't changed...

Ongoing observations, range really hasn't changed much with the weather warming up but that really doesn't matter. While it would be great to be able to complete the 24 mile round trip on a single...
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-02-18, 08:53 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,311
Posted By HenryL

Finally had an opportunity to use the wheel as I...

Finally had an opportunity to use the wheel as I intended. Wheel was placed on my steel road bike for the 12 mile one way commute to work. Having been an active cyclist for over 15 years the desire...
Forum: Electric Bikes
03-30-18, 11:06 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,363
Posted By HenryL

Knee problems are generally due to pushing too...

Knee problems are generally due to pushing too big a gear, or inappropriate bike fit. When you do pedal chose a lighter gear. Have someone at a bike shop who has a certification in fitting bikes...
Forum: Electric Bikes
02-27-18, 07:29 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,311
Posted By HenryL

Range test performed today with the same bike, a...

Range test performed today with the same bike, a total of 12 miles on a closed loop, essentially my one way to work. Battery still showed charge available at the end of the test which consisted of...
Forum: Electric Bikes
02-26-18, 11:27 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,311
Posted By HenryL

Second ride, shortened due to weather. Set up...

Second ride, shortened due to weather. Set up remains about 2 minutes or so, not quite the 60 seconds they advertise but certainly simple enough. Steps are pretty much open brake, open quick...
Forum: Electric Bikes
02-16-18, 12:46 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,311
Posted By HenryL

GeoOrbital Wheel - First Impressions

For the record, 63 YO male, recovering from shoulder surgery, taking a bit longer than expected. Already own 2 road bikes and a track bike. The wheel provided me an option to make my commute to...
Forum: Northeast
02-10-18, 01:39 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,797
Posted By HenryL

That is probably one of the worst places to ride...

That is probably one of the worst places to ride either of those roads. However, there are alternatives back there that will keep you off of both of those roads depending on where you start your...
Forum: Northeast
01-22-18, 02:34 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,684
Posted By HenryL

If you going for the experience do it, but start...

If you going for the experience do it, but start and end your day in Staten Island. If you are going because you want to ride 42 miles and be done, think again. This is a long slog. Also unless...
Forum: Recumbent
01-22-18, 02:22 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 16,602
Posted By HenryL

First time out in a while on my windcheetah. ...

First time out in a while on my windcheetah. Can't ride a road bike due to shoulder surgery recovery. Rode in a group, several mentioned I should have a flag. My response was the first time they...
Forum: Recumbent
11-02-17, 01:52 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,130
Posted By HenryL

On my windcheetah, stopped at a stop sign, driver...

On my windcheetah, stopped at a stop sign, driver in an SUV calls out "i give people like you a lot of credit, you're not letting your handicap slow you down."
Forum: Northeast Rides and Events
04-17-13, 10:48 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,393
Posted By HenryL

5 Boro Bike Tour Scam

So my buddy has on his bucket list riding the 5 boro bike tour. Not my favorite cycling event but why not. Well registration was a disaster with double billings or no registration, but eventually...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-19-12, 03:31 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,409
Posted By HenryL

Best comment so far. Likely wasn't so much a bad...

Best comment so far. Likely wasn't so much a bad driver as a bad front end on the car. As a former jaguar owner I can say the best day of my life was the day it was sold.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-25-12, 10:36 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,992
Posted By HenryL

The group was obviously not interested in riding...

The group was obviously not interested in riding at a "c" pace because if they were they would have been back with you. Then your "C" group could have let the faster riders do their own thing. ...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-23-12, 11:38 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,164
Posted By HenryL

Off to see the Judge Part 2

Some time ago I posted information about an event in which the driver passed our group too close, one of our riders shouted "move over" and was rewarded for that by being run into the front lawn. ...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
01-20-12, 10:15 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 4,109
Posted By HenryL

I have to laugh at the "because they are roadies...

I have to laugh at the "because they are roadies statement" It's winter, there are no pacelines in winter. The group is a bunch of 50 ish cyclists, several former racers and on that day included 2...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
01-19-12, 09:34 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 4,109
Posted By HenryL

Off to see the Judge Update

To clarify, the driver called the PD to complain but there is no formal complaint pending against the cyclist.
The cyclist did not have to hire an attorney. The PD stated since they did not...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
01-18-12, 01:51 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 4,109
Posted By HenryL

Off to see the Judge

Several weeks ago on a group ride we encountered an SUV moving in the same direction. The usual "car back" call was made and the SUV proceeded to pass, but very very close to the riders. One of the...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-05-11, 02:14 PM
Replies: 134
Views: 9,220
Posted By HenryL

All of the discussion about gearing make my head...

All of the discussion about gearing make my head hurt. I agree if you can't climb it in a 39-27 it cannot be done. If you are running a 34-28 or a triple and a 30-28 you should be able to climb a...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-29-11, 08:29 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,035
Posted By HenryL

Thanks for the responses. It feels like this...

Thanks for the responses. It feels like this season will be quite different from my 4200 miles last season. 3 weeks in and it feels like it will be a bit longer before the shoulder will support me...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-26-11, 02:13 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,035
Posted By HenryL

Grade three apparently means all the ligaments...

Grade three apparently means all the ligaments are torn. Non surgical approach is rest and I will have a lump for life. Surgical means more recovery time and no guarantee of different outcome. ...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-26-11, 01:59 PM
Replies: 218
Views: 39,374
Posted By HenryL

I'm 56 and have a Raleigh Rush hour. A great...

I'm 56 and have a Raleigh Rush hour. A great bike and teriffic for building strength along with smoothing out the pedal stroke. I run 72 gear inches with a front brake.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-26-11, 01:55 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,035
Posted By HenryL

Recovery time for seperated shoulder

Gentlemen some words of advice would be appreciated. 2 weeks ago, while in a typical group ride sprint, I went down and ended up with a grade 3 left shoulder seperation, assorted bumps bruises and...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
01-12-11, 10:01 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,126
Posted By HenryL

Perhaps costly, but if enacted an easy revenue...

Perhaps costly, but if enacted an easy revenue source at $100 per offense if the bike isn't registered. Better to kill this bill now than to risk it being passed and dealing with enforcement efforts...
Forum: Northeast
01-12-11, 09:57 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,247
Posted By HenryL

Tried in other places or not, the bill was...

Tried in other places or not, the bill was proposed by an Essex county democrat, the lowest form of democrat there is. These are closely related to Chicago democrats and generally get their way even...
Forum: Recumbent
09-30-10, 12:55 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 11,383
Posted By HenryL

I have not tried this but I have seen a trike...

I have not tried this but I have seen a trike transported on a trunk mount bike rack facing the rear. The 2 wheels were afixed to the bike rack, the rear wheel was placed on the roof of the car and...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-20-10, 12:55 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 4,714
Posted By HenryL

65 miles into a planned 75 mile ride on a hot...

65 miles into a planned 75 mile ride on a hot humid day the cramps started and continued despite water electrolytes rest. The slightest up grade started the cramps again. Made it another 4 miles...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-20-10, 12:35 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,678
Posted By HenryL

Good advice about nutrition and hydration. I...

Good advice about nutrition and hydration. I think you need longer days in the saddle prior to the century. You did not indicate your crusing speed but plan on 6 or more hours in the saddle. 15-25...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-15-10, 09:45 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 5,418
Posted By HenryL

I guess I have too many Bike 1 Steel custom...

I guess I have too many

Bike 1 Steel custom build - like my first tailored suit. Perfect fit, preferred bike
Bike 2 Al bike which is my back up ride and winter bike and backup
Bike 3 1980's...
Forum: Northeast
10-19-09, 10:06 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 599
Posted By HenryL

Bucks County Covered Bridges Ride

Since it was cold and wet I opted to pass on the ride this year. Anyone ride it? Any stories??
Forum: Road Cycling
10-06-09, 10:19 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 6,296
Posted By HenryL

I was told I would become a "much" better rider...

I was told I would become a "much" better rider if I just bought and used a mirror......I chose to continue to suck.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-06-09, 09:51 AM
Replies: 154
Views: 7,135
Posted By HenryL

Ride time is alone time, quiet, peacefull...... ...

Ride time is alone time, quiet, peacefull......

Ear buds in a group? In my group you will either be asked to remove them or told to leave.

On your own, enjoy however you choose.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
10-02-09, 09:00 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,635
Posted By HenryL

I am very interested in the thread. I have...

I am very interested in the thread. I have started suffering cramps hours after rides, not during. This is after recovery, eating, drinking etc. The cramps are also in unusual locations, inside of...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-01-09, 11:08 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 700
Posted By HenryL

Motrin only treats the pain, not the source of...

Motrin only treats the pain, not the source of the pain. Some things to consider. 1. Is your bike fit properly, seat too low? 2. Are you pushing too big a gear? Less resistance and higher spin...
Forum: Northeast
09-21-09, 09:11 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 4,005
Posted By HenryL

Douglas Road has been paved. Of course this...

Douglas Road has been paved. Of course this removes all the charm in this climb, no more picking your way around the various potholes but the decent is SWEET. Smooth pavement all the way to 202. ...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-16-09, 08:06 AM
Replies: 183
Views: 8,079
Posted By HenryL

When you pass are they going 11mph and you 14? ...

When you pass are they going 11mph and you 14? There are all different types of recumbent, some are cruisers, some are racers. A low racer with a fit cyclist will challenge anyone in terms of pure...
Forum: Recumbent
09-15-09, 11:12 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 22,922
Posted By HenryL

This is an apples and oranges comparision. I own...

This is an apples and oranges comparision. I own a WC and have tried a CatTrike. Different seating position, different handling, different overall body position.

WC is a dream to ride but...
Forum: Northeast
09-11-09, 08:39 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 4,005
Posted By HenryL

To the poster who lives in Bridgewater, there are...

To the poster who lives in Bridgewater, there are quite a few climbs close to you to keep you busy.

In the Mountainville area try Bissell Road, not awfull in terms of steep but a sustained climb
...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-01-09, 02:00 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 767
Posted By HenryL

I should proof read before posting. For those I...

I should proof read before posting. For those I confused the road is a 2 lane road with a police officer stationed in the middle directing or stopping traffic to permit the influx of employees from...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-01-09, 09:46 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 6,045
Posted By HenryL

Ride within yourself. Find a comfortable cadance...

Ride within yourself. Find a comfortable cadance and go. The more you climb, the better you will become but hill climbing is an individual thing. Long climbs are for spinning and endurance. ...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-01-09, 09:35 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 767
Posted By HenryL

Crosswalk

This morning crossing street from parking lot to work buzzed by a cyclist while in crosswalk. Situation is this is a police officer controlled crosswalk before and after work. Officer is in middle...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-18-09, 11:17 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,884
Posted By HenryL

I started at your age 7 years ago. Recently I...

I started at your age 7 years ago. Recently I was told building cycling legs is a 2 year process. I agree. Just ride, watch others and learn. I started riding alone and chased average speed, then...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-17-09, 11:11 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 709
Posted By HenryL

Yes, bike is Ok, thanks. Don't need another...

Yes, bike is Ok, thanks. Don't need another helmut, I'll just use another newer one in the garage. Funny, I don't remember hitting my head, just the thought that the landing was probably going to...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-15-09, 11:43 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 709
Posted By HenryL

Wife Finally Get's It

Riding to work earlier this week caught a rut, bike went down and left, I went up and right then down. Some bumps and bruises, dented helmut and sore back. Arrived home and explained why I looked...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-31-09, 08:52 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,576
Posted By HenryL

To read this forum one would believe there are...

To read this forum one would believe there are fist fights happening on every corner. Now I'm not the most even tempered person but do you really want to 1. end up in the hospital 2. end up in...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-29-09, 08:05 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,735
Posted By HenryL

Muscle weakness is a normal side effect of these...

Muscle weakness is a normal side effect of these drugs. Tell you doc and try another drug. This is usually one of the earlier choices due to cost. As far as a the poster claiming medical scam...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-27-09, 09:27 AM
Replies: 109
Views: 6,460
Posted By HenryL

Your honor, I stopped the cyclist to advise him...

Your honor, I stopped the cyclist to advise him riding in the area was unsafe. After all he had a child on his bike. He ignored my advise so I attempted to demonstrate how unsafe it was by shooting...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-21-09, 09:09 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,132
Posted By HenryL

Glad you are OK. Several things set you up. You...

Glad you are OK. Several things set you up. You stated you were following a SUV. Offending driver saw that vehicle and didn't see you, you were likely in a position that masked your presence even...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-16-09, 08:33 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,803
Posted By HenryL

Welcome back.....good job (I have a son in the...

Welcome back.....good job (I have a son in the Army)

I hit a wrong way cyclist last year...rider came out of a one way street the wrong way around a blind (for me) corner. Cyclist OK (car lost...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-29-09, 08:06 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 743
Posted By HenryL

Sometimes you eat the bear. Sometimes the bear...

Sometimes you eat the bear.
Sometimes the bear eats you.

Try to find something positive about the ride and take it into the next ride.
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