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12-08-17, 05:50 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 8,047
Posted By JoesInBoston

As opposed to MTB racing. Or cross racing.

As opposed to MTB racing. Or cross racing.
12-08-17, 02:18 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 8,047
Posted By JoesInBoston

Make it to the final climb with the group at...

Make it to the final climb with the group at Quabbin.
Be in a place where I can sprint at Ambler Criterium.
Top 20 at GMSR.

Goal that isn't race-specific: get on a team that actually cares about...
02-28-17, 01:18 PM
Replies: 1,031
Views: 91,838
Posted By JoesInBoston

Chico Stage Race - Cat 4/5 Day 1 -...

Chico Stage Race - Cat 4/5

Day 1 - Thunderhill Circuit Race (did not count towards GC for my field, 24 starters)

It was 32 degrees at 8AM for the start of this 45 minute race. Not exactly ideal...
02-25-17, 08:36 PM
Replies: 119
Views: 11,202
Posted By JoesInBoston

Holy moly, Paskenta gravel and Battenkill dirt...

Holy moly, Paskenta gravel and Battenkill dirt are completely different animals. I was hit in the helment with a quarter sized rock at one point, but today was damn fun. Thanks for the tips everyone,...
02-17-17, 01:16 PM
Replies: 220
Views: 17,402
Posted By JoesInBoston

I have been losing about a pound a week and am...

I have been losing about a pound a week and am currently at 145. Current goal is 140 with a stretch goal of 135. I've found that eating more protein than I am used to has helped curb my hunger quite...
02-17-17, 01:04 PM
Replies: 3,973
Views: 282,295
Posted By JoesInBoston

I'll use the NEBRA calendar whenever it comes...

I'll use the NEBRA calendar whenever it comes out. I am familiar with it. But at the moment it is empty and the races in the series in question are 2 months or less away.
02-16-17, 03:24 PM
Replies: 3,973
Views: 282,295
Posted By JoesInBoston

Best info I can find is from the Brumble reg page...

Best info I can find is from the Brumble reg page and sayts it is:

3/25: Ninigret (To be announced)

4/2: Marblehead (only part of the series for Pro1/2 filed)

4/8: Brumble kermesse

4/15:...
02-07-17, 12:02 PM
Replies: 119
Views: 11,202
Posted By JoesInBoston

Apples and Oranges, I think. I didn't say that...

Apples and Oranges, I think. I didn't say that Battenkill wasn't hard, just that I think a tougher tire isn't necessary. Of the 5 times I did it (it was def hard every time!), I got a pinch flat once...
01-20-17, 12:26 PM
Replies: 370
Views: 58,589
Posted By JoesInBoston

I usually start every morning with this, or this...

I usually start every morning with this, or this plus 6 oz of frothed whole milk. I hand grind some locally roasted stuff.
01-20-17, 10:51 AM
Replies: 119
Views: 11,202
Posted By JoesInBoston

Agreed. I always ran my fastest and lightest race...

Agreed. I always ran my fastest and lightest race tires at Battenkill. I recently started doing all my racing on wider (26c) tires, so I will likely do the same for Chico.
01-20-17, 08:55 AM
Replies: 119
Views: 11,202
Posted By JoesInBoston

This was my experience at Battenkill the first...

This was my experience at Battenkill the first year I did it. The dirt roads were in better condition and smoother than some of the paved roads!
01-19-17, 12:48 PM
Replies: 119
Views: 11,202
Posted By JoesInBoston

I just registered for the Chico Stage Race, 4/5...

I just registered for the Chico Stage Race, 4/5 field plus the Thunderhill race. Anyone got some tips for an east coaster who has nobody around to talk to about it?
06-22-16, 03:03 PM
Replies: 3,973
Views: 282,295
Posted By JoesInBoston

I'll be at Longsjo Day 3 in the 4's. I'm terrible...

I'll be at Longsjo Day 3 in the 4's. I'm terrible at crits - just hoping to make it to the finish line without getting lapped. Did not succeed at that last year so....we'll see.
06-05-16, 12:00 PM
Replies: 1,691
Views: 111,886
Posted By JoesInBoston

I was in your race. Good job on your result if...

I was in your race. Good job on your result if you don't consider yourself to be much of climber! That last time up Oak Hill was quick. About 20 seconds faster than our fastest time up it last year...
03-14-16, 08:57 AM
Replies: 3,973
Views: 282,295
Posted By JoesInBoston

Oh man, the Route One Rampage was hard.......80...

Oh man, the Route One Rampage was hard.......80 feet of climbing per 1 mile lap. Ended up having to lineup at the back. Instant disadvantage which I never made up. If it becomes a regular thing I...
03-09-16, 11:42 AM
Replies: 3,973
Views: 282,295
Posted By JoesInBoston

I am going to be in northern MD this weekend...

I am going to be in northern MD this weekend visiting my brother, who also races. On the waitlist for the Route One Rampage in Hyattsville, MD on Saturday. Already in for the 4/5 race for the South...
03-08-16, 12:15 PM
Replies: 3,973
Views: 282,295
Posted By JoesInBoston

508399

508399
02-23-16, 08:53 AM
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Views: 282,295
Posted By JoesInBoston

Considering making the drive out (4/5 race) if...

Considering making the drive out (4/5 race) if the weather seems OK.
02-16-16, 01:18 PM
Replies: 3,973
Views: 282,295
Posted By JoesInBoston

There was discussion of turning the 3's race a...

There was discussion of turning the 3's race a 2/3 race or a 1/2/3 race. Nothing definite yet, though. I will keep you posted as I get more info.
02-16-16, 11:45 AM
Replies: 3,973
Views: 282,295
Posted By JoesInBoston

Pay no attention to the field listing at the...

Pay no attention to the field listing at the moment. We put a replica of the 2013 listing up as a placeholder for now. We're only allowed to run 4 fields (2 races in 2 waves) on the day. We discussed...
02-11-16, 08:16 AM
Replies: 3,973
Views: 282,295
Posted By JoesInBoston

Bristol Mountain RR 10 mile loop: 2015 Bristol...

Bristol Mountain RR 10 mile loop: 2015 Bristol Mountain Road ? | Strava Route (http://www.strava.com/routes/2541324)
02-10-16, 11:03 AM
Replies: 353
Views: 36,733
Posted By JoesInBoston

I did the Zwift TNW East Coast "C" Race last...

I did the Zwift TNW East Coast "C" Race last night......I did it last week for the first time and was dropped after 15 minutes. This week, I knew when the pain was coming and was able to stay with...
02-03-16, 12:47 PM
Replies: 3,973
Views: 282,295
Posted By JoesInBoston

Can confirm we are trying hard to get Blue Hills...

Can confirm we are trying hard to get Blue Hills back on the Classic Course this year. We have a leadership meeting on Friday and the Classic is on the agenda. It will either be back on the classic...
09-29-15, 04:15 PM
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Views: 282,295
Posted By JoesInBoston

I've done this race 5 times since 2009.....back...

I've done this race 5 times since 2009.....back when it was only $35 or $40 and you got a swag bag full of gu's and a teeshirt that you would wear around in the months after like a badge of honor....
09-18-15, 01:41 PM
Replies: 3,973
Views: 282,295
Posted By JoesInBoston

2016 might be the last year for Battenkill? I've...

2016 might be the last year for Battenkill? I've never promoted a race before but it seems ridiculous to me that they are having trouble staying afloat when bikereg says they had 1934 registrants...
08-28-15, 10:39 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 11,177
Posted By JoesInBoston

:notamused: Banning the act of staying on...

:notamused:

Banning the act of staying on your bike in a bike race is ridiculous and........the barriers are high enough for this 5'6" dude. But still, even if you made them another inch...
08-25-15, 11:34 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,472
Posted By JoesInBoston

I also have to say that Velocity rims are...

I also have to say that Velocity rims are just......meh....in quality. I didn't have the Major Tom's but I had a wheelset made with their wide A23 clinchers and I wasn't all that happy with them. Had...
08-14-15, 07:40 AM
Replies: 3,973
Views: 282,295
Posted By JoesInBoston

I did the same thing on my warmup lap. Broke my...

I did the same thing on my warmup lap. Broke my thumb and still lined up. Ended up 18th out of 98.

I am really bummed that course won't be back. I liked how close it was too. It looks like there...
06-30-15, 09:39 AM
Replies: 3,973
Views: 282,295
Posted By JoesInBoston

What the hell is a hip-sling? Are you saying he...

What the hell is a hip-sling? Are you saying he grabbed Jerome's hip and pulled himself forward?
06-29-15, 01:23 PM
Replies: 3,973
Views: 282,295
Posted By JoesInBoston

Crazy. The guy who did the punching had his...

Crazy. The guy who did the punching had his contract terminated by his team. See: https://twitter.com/BikeRegRacing
04-21-15, 01:38 PM
Replies: 2,689
Views: 166,555
Posted By JoesInBoston

Battenkill 4D group. Finished 43rd out of 95....

Battenkill 4D group. Finished 43rd out of 95. Missed the selection of about 35 guys on Meetinghouse Rd. Rode with 2nd group of about 30 guys until Joe Beane where it fell apart. Only 8 of us were...
04-15-15, 11:48 AM
Replies: 3,973
Views: 282,295
Posted By JoesInBoston

I don't believe this is true. Blue Hills made the...

I don't believe this is true. Blue Hills made the call to not have the circuit race last year due to road conditions. This year the DPW is replacing water/sewer lines on the course around the time of...
04-14-15, 08:15 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 5,083
Posted By JoesInBoston

Not crazy at all. I got Parlee's PF30 to Shimano...

Not crazy at all. I got Parlee's PF30 to Shimano 24mm converter cups with Enduro bearings in them. At the time I thought it was ridiculous to spend that much money on metal cups and bearings, but...
04-08-15, 11:40 AM
Replies: 3,973
Views: 282,295
Posted By JoesInBoston

I previewed the course 2 weeks ago. None of the...

I previewed the course 2 weeks ago. None of the roads had snow or ice on them. There was a little bit of snow on the side of some of the roads. Some of the dirt roads were muddy, almost peanut butter...
04-03-15, 12:29 PM
Replies: 3,973
Views: 282,295
Posted By JoesInBoston

As far as I can tell, none. There is usually a...

As far as I can tell, none. There is usually a Wells Ave training race on Easter that get's a lot of participation due to there never being an actual race scheduled. But, the Wells Ave course still...
07-16-12, 09:46 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,265
Posted By JoesInBoston

I'm a fairly amateur photographer, but when I...

I'm a fairly amateur photographer, but when I shoot races I go in knowing I am not going to make the money my time is worth. I usually put the low res pics up on my site for free and tell people to...
05-04-12, 01:59 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 4,620
Posted By JoesInBoston

To the OP - After living in Florida for a year I...

To the OP - After living in Florida for a year I can say that crits in Florida are nuts, even at the CAT 4 level. At least compared to up here in New England, they are. Don't let it get you down,...
03-07-12, 12:09 PM
Replies: 2,350
Views: 112,201
Posted By JoesInBoston

Scale said 134 this morning. Loss of 8 pounds...

Scale said 134 this morning. Loss of 8 pounds since Jan 1. This is usually where I stay. My goal has been 130 forever, but I never quite seem to reach it.
08-04-11, 01:53 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,800
Posted By JoesInBoston

What crit was this on a Wednesday night?

What crit was this on a Wednesday night?
08-04-11, 01:41 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,128
Posted By JoesInBoston

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Cavendish ...

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Cavendish

5'9'' and 150 pounds according to the article. It's not your size that's causing you to lose sprints.
05-25-11, 01:58 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 299
Posted By JoesInBoston

I took some photos that day too, find them here: ...

I took some photos that day too, find them here:

http://www.velophotosbyjoe.com/galleries/
08-04-10, 07:28 AM
Replies: 12,012
Views: 790,866
Posted By JoesInBoston

Teammates Tour of the Catskills report with 2...

Teammates Tour of the Catskills report with 2 other video's in addition to Horsegate included: http://thresholdcycling.com/index.php?p=1861
08-02-10, 01:46 PM
Replies: 12,012
Views: 790,866
Posted By JoesInBoston

There will be more footage, not sure when. My...

There will be more footage, not sure when. My teammate was running the camera and uploading the video.
08-02-10, 09:03 AM
Replies: 12,012
Views: 790,866
Posted By JoesInBoston

Tour of the Catskills: Prologue TT - Chain...

Tour of the Catskills:

Prologue TT - Chain skipped off the line, had been doing this for the past week. Could not fix it. Total embarassment. I was unable to produce more than 450-500 watts...
07-23-10, 08:53 AM
Replies: 1,557
Views: 46,523
Posted By JoesInBoston

Cruise and Diaz? For seriously?

Cruise and Diaz? For seriously?
07-12-10, 12:59 PM
Replies: 1,557
Views: 46,523
Posted By JoesInBoston

12 days later and I still stand by my only...

12 days later and I still stand by my only prediction.
07-06-10, 09:52 AM
07-02-10, 01:49 PM
Replies: 1,557
Views: 46,523
Posted By JoesInBoston

Do we think Cav will come up with a new...

Do we think Cav will come up with a new celebration gesture if he win's a stage in this years TdF?
07-01-10, 07:01 AM
Replies: 1,557
Views: 46,523
Posted By JoesInBoston

I am really bummed that Liquigas put Nibali into...

I am really bummed that Liquigas put Nibali into the Giro instead of the Tour. I've been following him since last years ToC and had high expectations of him for the Tour until he got the call up for...
06-18-10, 01:12 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 897
Posted By JoesInBoston

Sounds like a hell of a time. Toughest climbing...

Sounds like a hell of a time. Toughest climbing I've done yet was Six Gap in Georgia. Can't wait to see how this compares.
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