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Forum: Commuting
06-08-10, 01:29 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,596
Posted By Gamecoug

I almost never use the 2nd Pannier. All my work...

I almost never use the 2nd Pannier. All my work clothes fit in one just fine. If i have to include my boots, it's right at the limit, but it still fits.
Forum: Commuting
06-01-10, 07:59 AM
Replies: 103
Views: 4,591
Posted By Gamecoug

I have one deserted light on my route, but I...

I have one deserted light on my route, but I guess it has a good new sensor. As soon as I roll over it, the light the other direction goes yellow-red, and I get a green about 2 seconds after putting...
Forum: Commuting
05-27-10, 04:58 PM
Replies: 7,649
Views: 302,340
Posted By Gamecoug

First commute on my new faster tires. I cut...

First commute on my new faster tires. I cut about 5 minutes off my 45 minute morning ride.

49 degrees when I left, nice and clear. I wish i had some sun glasses, as the sun is right in my eyes...
Forum: Commuting
05-26-10, 05:03 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 27,510
Posted By Gamecoug

That's where i got mine. I saw 25% off $44 and...

That's where i got mine. I saw 25% off $44 and decided I couldn't pass it up.
Forum: Commuting
05-24-10, 02:29 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 27,510
Posted By Gamecoug

awesome. Thanks for all the responses. I'm...

awesome. Thanks for all the responses. I'm going to mount them up tonight.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-24-10, 09:38 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 14,079
Posted By Gamecoug

Most people are hitting on all the high points....

Most people are hitting on all the high points. When you get your own bike, you can find a saddle that works for you. There is nothing on your bike that's more personal than the saddle, and one that...
Forum: Commuting
05-24-10, 08:48 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 27,510
Posted By Gamecoug

Continental Gatorskins

What is the opinion of these tires?

i'm looking to speed up a little from the 70 PSI touring tires that came with my bike, and I have my eye on the Continental Gatorskins (actually, I already...
Forum: Commuting
05-24-10, 08:40 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 4,566
Posted By Gamecoug

I skip the MUP on some portions of my commute,...

I skip the MUP on some portions of my commute, those where the road offers a more direct path, and where there is a safe bike option.

For a portion of my ride, the MUP follows the river, winds...
Forum: Commuting
08-13-09, 03:14 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 3,235
Posted By Gamecoug

I almost never get harassed, but yesterday it was...

I almost never get harassed, but yesterday it was a bad day. First, i got to one of the crosswalks on my MUP where cyclists have a stop sign, but crossing traffic (cars) does not. I came to a stop...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-12-09, 02:44 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 5,976
Posted By Gamecoug

It's definitely easier with clipshoes, but it's...

It's definitely easier with clipshoes, but it's doable with toe clips. Try angling your foot down just a little as you scrape the mud on the bottom of your stroke. That'll keep you connected...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-11-09, 11:34 AM
Replies: 122
Views: 10,013
Posted By Gamecoug

Man i wish you Oregon officers would teach the...

Man i wish you Oregon officers would teach the Washington HP a thing or two about the acceptable margin over the speed limit. I got a ticket for 9 over, and had another officer threaten me with a...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-11-09, 11:29 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 5,976
Posted By Gamecoug

That's a great way to think of it. The point is...

That's a great way to think of it. The point is that there are 4 big muscles in play here, and you'll go much faster for much longer if you learn how to use all 4.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-11-09, 11:27 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 5,976
Posted By Gamecoug

First off, i should clarify that i am by no means...

First off, i should clarify that i am by no means a polished road cyclist. I commute a fair distance to and from work, and in the past year i've gotten a good bit stronger by working hard and...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-11-09, 10:58 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 5,976
Posted By Gamecoug

Also important for higher cadence is to try to...

Also important for higher cadence is to try to even out your effort on the revolution. Meaning, don't just use your quads and gluts to push the pedal down on one leg, then the other. Use your...
Forum: Triathlon
08-10-09, 02:47 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 669
Posted By Gamecoug

congrats to your son! I'll bet he's not as happy...

congrats to your son! I'll bet he's not as happy as I would be with a 2nd place.

That's a great tip about the shoes. I noticed that was how the olympians were doing it, but wondered if it was...
Forum: Triathlon
08-10-09, 11:24 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 669
Posted By Gamecoug

My First Triathlon ("race" report)

I completed my first triathlon this weekend: the Lake Samish Sprint Triathlon in Bellingham, WA. Overall it went well, but was a humbling experience.

Night before: My girlfriend and I arrived at...
Forum: Triathlon
07-14-09, 10:11 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 19,729
Posted By Gamecoug

Yes: your weiner is holding his breath for all...

Yes: your weiner is holding his breath for all that time. I'm no doctor but i doubt that's good for it.

I'd say ditch the bike shop where you got the bike and look around until you find one that...
Forum: Triathlon
07-13-09, 02:24 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 889
Posted By Gamecoug

Men's Triathlon Clothing

I'm 4 weeks away from my first sprint triathlon, and I'm looking for advice on triathlon clothing. Looking online it looks like I could spend anywhere from $40 to $140 on triathlon shorts. I'm...
Forum: Commuting
06-30-09, 10:02 AM
Replies: 7,649
Views: 302,340
Posted By Gamecoug

Great. My first time going a second consecutive...

Great. My first time going a second consecutive day. My mph average is down a little, but i feel good.
Forum: Commuting
06-30-09, 09:51 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 3,009
Posted By Gamecoug

I'm sorry for not responding earlier. I'm really...

I'm sorry for not responding earlier. I'm really just wondering what degree to which you stop (if at all). I have adopted the "slow down" option, especially if the stop sign has poor visibility, or...
Forum: Commuting
06-29-09, 09:07 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 3,009
Posted By Gamecoug

Do you stop for stop signs?

Do you stop for stop signs?
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-25-09, 10:33 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,171
Posted By Gamecoug

You were a very lucky man before she bought you...

You were a very lucky man before she bought you that bike. Now you're a very lucky man.
Forum: Commuting
06-25-09, 10:21 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,427
Posted By Gamecoug

QFT. In my area our bike paths allow electric...

QFT. In my area our bike paths allow electric vehicles up to a certain HP, I believe. I know, it's annoying being passed by someone who isn't working hard, but it could be legal.
Forum: Commuting
06-25-09, 10:14 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 3,994
Posted By Gamecoug

I agree with most posters here in that if you...

I agree with most posters here in that if you don't trust the lock not to get stolen when it's there by itself, why would you trust it with hundreds (or thousands) of dollars worth of bike?

As far...
Forum: Commuting
06-25-09, 10:05 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,059
Posted By Gamecoug

you've got the right idea... you could rent out...

you've got the right idea... you could rent out the spot to people in the office. $2/day.

Or, give it to your boss, kiss a little ass (tell him "you're the reason i'm EoTM, etc.") and advance...
Forum: Commuting
06-24-09, 04:02 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 604
Posted By Gamecoug

Great response, thanks. Re. my pace, no, i'm...

Great response, thanks.

Re. my pace, no, i'm not sprinting, but i'm also not taking it easy. I try to go hard enough that I can breathe easily through my mouth, not so much that i'm panting, but...
Forum: Commuting
06-24-09, 03:55 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 604
Posted By Gamecoug

I live about 2 blocks from Gregg's cycles in...

I live about 2 blocks from Gregg's cycles in Greenlake, and I'm commuting to Bothell. In the morning i go up over the hill on Lake City Way, and in the evening I go along the Burke Gilman until 25th...
Forum: Commuting
06-24-09, 10:40 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 604
Posted By Gamecoug

Everyday commute, or alternating days?

Ok, so i live in Seattle and my commute is about 13 miles in the morning, and about 17 miles at night (i go around the big hill/busy street on the way home). I've been going 2 or 3 times per week,...
Forum: Commuting
06-12-09, 02:30 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,309
Posted By Gamecoug

My commute home is 17.5 miles, with a 1 mile 5%...

My commute home is 17.5 miles, with a 1 mile 5% grade hill at mile 16, so bonking is something i take seriously. I always have some sort of complex carb foodstuff about 30-45 minutes before leaving...
Forum: Commuting
06-10-09, 04:05 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 3,356
Posted By Gamecoug

I have the same issue with my girlfriend. But,...

I have the same issue with my girlfriend. But, she's 5'-4 and i'm 6'-2", so trading bikes isn't really an option (and i don't think it's a function of the bike). I'm trying to figure out a way to...
Forum: Commuting
06-09-09, 10:39 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 6,909
Posted By Gamecoug

I'm up to 15.1 mph average. I have a couple big...

I'm up to 15.1 mph average. I have a couple big hills, and i'm not in good shape at all. But, the average seems to be improving each time I do the ride.
Forum: Commuting
06-04-09, 08:33 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 616
Posted By Gamecoug

Congrats! My first commute about killed me. I...

Congrats! My first commute about killed me. I was out of shape, riding a $80 un-restored nishiki 18 1/2 miles each way... Took about 1 1/2 hours. By the time I got there i was one big sweaty...
Forum: Commuting
06-02-09, 09:22 AM
Replies: 7,649
Views: 302,340
Posted By Gamecoug

Beautiful. I woke up early and took a new way to...

Beautiful. I woke up early and took a new way to work, riding over top of the big hill rather than around it. The uphill was tough, but i hit 32.5 on the downhill, and shaved 4+ miles and 20+...
Forum: Commuting
05-27-09, 04:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 517
Posted By Gamecoug

High test tires with a heavy load?

Would switching to higher pressure tires (110 vs. my current 75 PSI) be a bad plan for me? I ride 17 1/2 miles each way, mostly along a paved rail/trail conversion with lots of bumps. I'm a big guy...
Forum: Commuting
06-25-08, 08:50 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,928
Posted By Gamecoug

I don't have any idea of the height of my hill,...

I don't have any idea of the height of my hill, but i have a fairly massive, 1 mile long hill at the end of my commute. The first few times i tried the hill, i was up out of the saddle, pumping...
Forum: Commuting
06-13-08, 11:30 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,529
Posted By Gamecoug

I don't. Even without any additional coating,...

I don't. Even without any additional coating, the rain beads up pretty well on my cheapo plastic (Fastenal brand) glasses. If it gets too bad, i'm figuring it will be wet enough to take my glasses...
Forum: Commuting
04-13-08, 03:15 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 4,077
Posted By Gamecoug

My goal

My goal is 2500 miles. My commute is 34.2 miles round trip, so if I go 3 times a week it's almost exactly 100 miles. Average 3/wk and i'm at 2500 miles by the beginning of October, when the weather...
Forum: Commuting
03-22-08, 08:21 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 435
Posted By Gamecoug

Echo 3 to Echo 7, Han, old buddy, do you read me?...

Echo 3 to Echo 7, Han, old buddy, do you read me?

There isn't enough life on this ice cube to fill a star cruiser.
Forum: Commuting
03-22-08, 04:19 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 28,300
Posted By Gamecoug

Let me preface my comments by saying I think the...

Let me preface my comments by saying I think the OP is a fairly extreme case.



You're right, but people often think the only calorie burn you do each day is during exercise. Breathing takes...
Forum: Commuting
03-14-08, 06:41 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 11,930
Posted By Gamecoug

Thanks

Thanks for all the great info. :D
Forum: Commuting
03-13-08, 07:46 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 11,930
Posted By Gamecoug

Surly LHT vs. Novara Randonee vs. Any other for commuting

I'm buying a bike for commuting. My commute is about 15 miles each way. There's one pretty big hill at my end of the trip, but other than that it's almost all on a converted railroad trail. I'm a...
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