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Forum: Road Cycling
04-21-10, 09:57 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 2,901
Posted By Californian

Scattante puts out a bike in 9er colors and I'd...

Scattante puts out a bike in 9er colors and I'd gleefully ride a S*** machine.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-20-10, 11:17 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 2,901
Posted By Californian

I bought a Cannondale Synapse 1 back in '07. The...

I bought a Cannondale Synapse 1 back in '07. The dealer with the best price had only the silver version with solid black letters. I have regretted settling for that horrid raider color scheme every...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-20-10, 11:10 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 700
Posted By Californian

specifically, change the battery inside the heart...

specifically, change the battery inside the heart rate strap. When I start to get wiggy readings from my 305 that has always done the trick.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-08-10, 10:48 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,290
Posted By Californian

I really like the color scheme. Use of black...

I really like the color scheme. Use of black makes it special. Nice work!
Forum: Road Cycling
03-30-10, 06:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 445
Posted By Californian

outstanding. That shark wouldn't happen to have...

outstanding.
That shark wouldn't happen to have rabies would it?
Forum: Road Cycling
03-30-10, 06:19 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,279
Posted By Californian

Outstanding post. Enjoyed every word of it. ...

Outstanding post. Enjoyed every word of it.

As for inspiring the non-riding sig. other, it's a massive challenge. As said before, optimize every minute in the saddle for them, and try including...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-25-10, 09:40 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 3,276
Posted By Californian

That is inspiring. I think I just need to hear...

That is inspiring. I think I just need to hear that you don't need to average 20mph for 4 hours in order to pull off a century. I battle IT band syndrome that usually starts to act up after 2...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-22-10, 05:54 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,297
Posted By Californian

I can only speak from a first impression...

I can only speak from a first impression perspective, but I just bought a pair of the 2010 PRO bibs with the 4d chamois. These are my 1st bibs after a few years of using sub $75 regular shorts, and...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-04-10, 06:41 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 889
Posted By Californian

Thanks for the link. Incident reported.

Thanks for the link. Incident reported.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-04-10, 12:45 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 889
Posted By Californian

Bigfoot in Sacramento?...More things a helmet protects you from

I've made the investment in cold weather gear and lighting this year and I've been riding after work here in Sacramento on the American River Bike Trail in the darkness each evening. The MiNewt.200...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-28-09, 01:43 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,982
Posted By Californian

I guess I'm my own case in point: my last...

I guess I'm my own case in point: my last helmet...a $40 Cat 5 Giro copy lasted through 3 years of constant use. The helmet shell itself is still fine; however, the cloth pads are worn and virtually...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-28-09, 12:48 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,982
Posted By Californian

Thanks Tete and Angry...sometimes you just need...

Thanks Tete and Angry...sometimes you just need to hear the echo of what is already in your head...and you both provided that :)
Forum: Road Cycling
12-28-09, 10:53 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,982
Posted By Californian

New "2010" Giro Ionos manufacture date 2008?

My gf spoiled me this xmas with a new Giro Ionos in the white color I've been craving for so long. She bought it from REI online and, for better or worse, paid top dollar.

The online help told...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-09-07, 08:51 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 5,684
Posted By Californian

Fan's of the '72-'74 Oakland A's can wear white...

Fan's of the '72-'74 Oakland A's can wear white shoes in any situation.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-03-07, 11:01 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,520
Posted By Californian

All that comes to mind is: Grandma took a...

All that comes to mind is:

Grandma took a little spill at the sand dunes today. Broke her coccyx.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-22-07, 07:17 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 4,848
Posted By Californian

:D I was hoping someone would link those two...

:D

I was hoping someone would link those two comedic trains...well done.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-22-07, 06:45 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,241
Posted By Californian

what's the plastic flying saucer doohicky above...

what's the plastic flying saucer doohicky above the velcro strap?
Forum: Road Cycling
09-22-07, 06:37 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,350
Posted By Californian

Miserable, as significant knee pain at 30 minutes...

Miserable, as significant knee pain at 30 minutes in confirms I'm currently losing my battle .vs IT band. My foray into semi-pricey speedplay zero pedals has done nothing but lighten my wallet.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-22-07, 06:28 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,288
Posted By Californian

^ That quote is quite simply: stone cold lead...

^
That quote is quite simply: stone cold lead pipe 2000-star lock of the decade funny. This is an example of why the internet - while bloated, stinking and vacuous as it is 99% of the time - is...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-20-07, 09:06 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 673
Posted By Californian

That's the classic symptoms of IT band...

That's the classic symptoms of IT band syndrome...aka ITBS aka iliotibial band syndrome. Try a quick search on the forums for ITBS, and you'll find tons of oustanding advice, stretches, and...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-17-07, 03:06 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,361
Posted By Californian

At the risk of asking the 'what does LMAO stand...

At the risk of asking the 'what does LMAO stand for' question, Help me understand what a 'masher' is please.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-11-07, 04:43 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,423
Posted By Californian

Just a quick update: I got inspired and...

Just a quick update:

I got inspired and called my HMO - to find I was still covered. I quickly got in to see my primary doctor, who apologized for having to send me for an X-ray (standard HMO...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-07-07, 10:02 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 3,572
Posted By Californian

This must be a defect in my personality, but I...

This must be a defect in my personality, but I habitually collect my empty GU packages in hopes of one day receiving a MAJOR AWARD! (Fragile' !). I don't know what "sweet swhag" is, but I'm 10% of...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-06-07, 09:08 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 34,805
Posted By Californian

Thank you! Got the old spd's off smoothly...took...

Thank you! Got the old spd's off smoothly...took a little more force that I might have expected. The new Speed Play Zeros went on real easy, but installing the cleats was a bit confusing for a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-06-07, 05:12 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 34,805
Posted By Californian

How do I remove my shimano pedals?

I'm swapping my shimano (spd)? 105 pedals and replacing with speedplay zeros. I don't have the original box or packaging, and when I examine the pedals I see the logical bolt that I might...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-05-07, 10:32 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 498
Posted By Californian

Outstanding! I'm in your rough age range, and...

Outstanding!
I'm in your rough age range, and started about the same time you did...but I'm no where near considering doing my 1st century.

Great read.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-02-07, 05:40 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,423
Posted By Californian

Mostly, I'm just embarrassed that I misspelled...

Mostly, I'm just embarrassed that I misspelled "Ibuprofen" previously in spectacular fashion :) The other misspellings don't bother me so much.

I picked up some Speedplay Zero pedals this...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-02-07, 11:04 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,423
Posted By Californian

I had myself re-fit at a LBS from a guy who was...

I had myself re-fit at a LBS from a guy who was familiar with IT Band. He made a number of changes, to the point where the bike felt very foreign at first. He charged me 40 bucks for the sub 30...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-31-07, 08:41 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,986
Posted By Californian

The above reply needs to go in the internet hall...

The above reply needs to go in the internet hall of fame for the Most Reasonable, Restrained, and Effective response to a flame of all time. Knockitoff...yer gonna ruin the intronetz.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-28-07, 12:54 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,423
Posted By Californian

I read a number of threads and googled ITBS. It...

I read a number of threads and googled ITBS. It was frequently noted as having pain on the outside of the thigh...below the knee and/or from the hip down. I thought with my pain being so localized it...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-28-07, 12:18 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,423
Posted By Californian

Thanks for the reply Rip. As simple as that is, I...

Thanks for the reply Rip. As simple as that is, I didn't think to try that. I'll give it a shot.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-28-07, 11:19 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,423
Posted By Californian

Hello Internet? ...I need medical advice on my knee

I’m pretty sure I no longer have medical coverage…so I thought to seek medical advice from the only logical alternative…the internet :)

It’s been 5 months since I took up road cycling. I basically...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-27-07, 03:37 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 357
Posted By Californian

How am I supposed to meet girls cycling if we're...

How am I supposed to meet girls cycling if we're either wizzing by at 35mph, or passing or being passed at 15-25 mph?

Isn't stopping at the water fountain and complimenting their chain...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-27-07, 11:43 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,064
Posted By Californian

I'm 700 miles on the America River Bike Trail so...

I'm 700 miles on the America River Bike Trail so far without a flat - on the original tires that came with my Cannondale. I've only seen 2 road cyclists with flats in that time frame...but many more...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-09-07, 10:11 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 6,352
Posted By Californian

I too vote for a new avatar with smashed helmet...

I too vote for a new avatar with smashed helmet worn at a jaunty angle

Not being dead, you are now stronger.

Beavis Saves.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-05-07, 05:08 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,982
Posted By Californian

That's has to be Doppler Radar Earth. p.s ...

That's has to be Doppler Radar Earth.

p.s
and what's with the unnecessary, and probably inappropriate anatomically correct portion of the trouser pants?

Yes. I'm embarrassed to have noticed...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-22-07, 04:07 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 3,666
Posted By Californian

How does a rider's weight effect chain life? ...

How does a rider's weight effect chain life?

I would think a stronger rider who generates more torque, regardless of weight, would have a greater adverse impact on chain life.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-07, 04:10 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 5,708
Posted By Californian

best jersey ever That being...

best jersey ever

That being said,commitment to comedy is expensive.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
06-13-07, 06:01 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 446
Posted By Californian

Abs diet workout plan & dumbells

I've been on the Abs diet for about 2+ months and I've experienced all kinds of positive results - from lowered cholesterol to weight loss and improved speed/endurance on the bike.

I'm on the bike...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-21-07, 05:04 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 831
Posted By Californian

Thank you for the replies and information. I...

Thank you for the replies and information.

I finally did get into my doctor, and today I'm wired up like the six million dollar man with an EKG holter and 5 sensors glued around my torso. (The...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-29-07, 11:17 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 831
Posted By Californian

Cycling to fitness status check (2 months in...)

My primary question is this: Am I pushing too hard too soon?

I'm in my late 30's, and for better or worse - I've lived a largely sedentary lifestyle for at least a decade. After a divorce of the...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-12-07, 12:09 PM
Replies: 2,831
Views: 684,094
Posted By Californian

http://home.comcast.net/~californian/cannond1.jpg...

http://home.comcast.net/~californian/cannond1.jpg

My new '07 Synapse 1. My 1st road bike. Rides as smooth as the stock saddle is rough.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-03-07, 01:27 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 758
Posted By Californian

My new bike (with pic) and some initial experiences...

http://home.comcast.net/~californian/cannond1.jpg

After 5 weeks of education and many many test rides, I finally landed on a 2007 Cannondale Synapse 1 for my 1st road bike purchase.

The long...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-14-07, 04:16 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 908
Posted By Californian

Thank you for the encouragement and kind replies....

Thank you for the encouragement and kind replies.

Huy: Curse you! (and thank you) for pointing out the 20% logic error on my part. It seems so unlike REI to throw in a restriction on something...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-12-07, 11:34 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 908
Posted By Californian

A neophyte's 1st road bike purchase odyssey(an introduction)

After one of those divorces they write country songs about, I arrived at road cycling as an ideal time-sink/lifestyle change/purification ritual.

I'd enjoyed mountain biking a half-score years...
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