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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-05-10, 11:44 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 690
Posted By MorganRaider

Thanks for posting ! - I can't believe that...

Thanks for posting ! - I can't believe that woman did 13K this year, holy cow. I need to get off my duff.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
11-28-10, 10:14 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 10,274
Posted By MorganRaider

Terry Liberator Y Gel saddle works for me along...

Terry Liberator Y Gel saddle works for me along with a good set of shorts with a comfortable chamois (Pearl Izumi P.R.O.) and +1 on cyclist2000 stated: Watch the tilt.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-15-10, 05:37 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 3,302
Posted By MorganRaider

Cycling PLUS

Cycling PLUS
Forum: Road Cycling
11-15-10, 11:06 AM
Replies: 168
Views: 13,662
Posted By MorganRaider

Mavic Ksyrium Elite Wheelset Terry Liberator Y...

Mavic Ksyrium Elite Wheelset
Terry Liberator Y Gel Saddle
Pearl Izumi Leg Warmers
Hammer HEED
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-02-10, 08:05 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,149
Posted By MorganRaider

Bruce - you are my hero when it comes to cold...

Bruce - you are my hero when it comes to cold weather riding. I am gearing up for this Saturday - should be a balmy 40 deg F, but first time out in that cold so I am bracing myself.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-02-10, 10:14 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,253
Posted By MorganRaider

@Jiffyjam: The thing that perplexes me to this...

@Jiffyjam:
The thing that perplexes me to this date is how I could put 400 or so miles on the hybrid last fall with no knee pain. My fitter, who also happens to be a cycling coach and married to a...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-01-10, 06:58 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,253
Posted By MorganRaider

I also found somewhat steep incline walk on...

I also found somewhat steep incline walk on treadmill helped. I would lay off the hill climbs for a while if I were you until you are sure the root cause of original pain has been eliminated.

...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-31-10, 08:15 AM
Replies: 119
Views: 6,854
Posted By MorganRaider

What are your riding goals ? What types of...

What are your riding goals ? What types of surfaces do you ride on ?

The only thing you might want to change are tires. 38c are huge unless you plan riding cinder trails. Go with say...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-29-10, 09:21 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 913
Posted By MorganRaider

Mr Jet: These movies are excellent - very...

Mr Jet: These movies are excellent - very entertaining.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-29-10, 09:17 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 913
Posted By MorganRaider

Another Jedi-mind trick: "It's really for both...

Another Jedi-mind trick: "It's really for both of us" Is that what she said ? - hmm
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-29-10, 09:07 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 913
Posted By MorganRaider

That is hilarious. I am still laughing. I get...

That is hilarious. I am still laughing. I get the superhero garb as well. Nice touch. I have termed this quid pro quo means of acquiring toys as "mutually assured financial destruction". So...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-28-10, 05:47 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,931
Posted By MorganRaider

Get the bike that you think you will "crave" to...

Get the bike that you think you will "crave" to ride. In the end, it will probably make you fitter just because you will want to ride it more often.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-28-10, 05:32 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 913
Posted By MorganRaider

This sounds like a jedi-mind trick. I bet your...

This sounds like a jedi-mind trick. I bet your wife wants something for herself and will use you getting a new bike as leverage. BTW - go for TREK 2.3 $1500 - new Shimano 105-5750 - cable less hoods...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-09-10, 04:12 PM
Replies: 132
Views: 13,490
Posted By MorganRaider

No Worries "Q" :) And yes, I think we are on...

No Worries "Q" :) And yes, I think we are on same page here.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-08-10, 06:55 PM
Replies: 132
Views: 13,490
Posted By MorganRaider

To make a point -

To make a point -
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-08-10, 06:48 PM
Replies: 132
Views: 13,490
Posted By MorganRaider

Q = this is what I agree with. By all counts,...

Q = this is what I agree with. By all counts, it's a damn fast hybrid.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-08-10, 06:44 PM
Replies: 132
Views: 13,490
Posted By MorganRaider

More aggressive than the 7.6FX I returned due to...

More aggressive than the 7.6FX I returned due to frame defect. It had a 12 deg stem angle. So as you stated above, per my preferences, I swapped it out with a 17 deg stem. See pics in prior...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-08-10, 06:39 PM
Replies: 132
Views: 13,490
Posted By MorganRaider

Not sure what you are talking about "Q" ? I was...

Not sure what you are talking about "Q" ? I was merely commenting on OP saying he did not think the 7.7 FX was versatile. Trying to ride with roadies at 20 mph + all day may be a stretch on...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-08-10, 05:44 PM
Replies: 132
Views: 13,490
Posted By MorganRaider

OP may be onto something. 7.7FX does come with...

OP may be onto something. 7.7FX does come with a more aggressive stem angle (7 deg). Versatility - hmm you could probably keep up with the roadies, but not for long..depending on one's fitness...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-05-10, 04:10 PM
Replies: 322
Views: 81,574
Posted By MorganRaider

It's a CATEYE V2C - has both speed and cadence....

It's a CATEYE V2C - has both speed and cadence. along with distance. I use cadence >= 80 RPM primarily to ride so I am not stomping the big gears and trashing my knees. In other words, if I start...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-29-10, 07:30 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 719
Posted By MorganRaider

Fitter 1 was emphasizing 90 deg when in the drops...

Fitter 1 was emphasizing 90 deg when in the drops and had his elbows locked while showing me, not necessarily when on the hoods. I misunderstood what he meant. He was trying to emphasize proper...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-10, 08:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 719
Posted By MorganRaider

Transition from flat bar hybrid to road bike

I am looking at getting a road bike. Had a detailed, professional fit done. They ran the comparator and found a performance Trek Madone is a perfect fit. Tried a (Performance Fit) Madone today with...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-09-10, 09:36 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,478
Posted By MorganRaider

I have a Terry Liberator Y GEL and love it. Very...

I have a Terry Liberator Y GEL and love it. Very comfortable without being too soft. I don't skimp on shorts, Pearl Izumi PRO, but even with Pearl Izumi Elite shorts, I am still very comfortable.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-09-10, 09:33 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 5,907
Posted By MorganRaider

Try a fast flat bar, say a TREK 7.7FX, (700x28's)...

Try a fast flat bar, say a TREK 7.7FX, (700x28's) add some Ergon grips (GC3's) for multiple hand positions and you will probably be within 2-3 mph avg speed and able to handle 75-80 % distance vs. a...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-22-10, 09:56 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,663
Posted By MorganRaider

That's a great deal !

That's a great deal !
Forum: Road Cycling
04-21-10, 10:00 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,340
Posted By MorganRaider

It's not fake - look at where the brake is...

It's not fake - look at where the brake is located - fork broke on front side as you would expect for having all the load above it moving fwd and being brought to a sudden stop. Broke along the...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-21-10, 09:48 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,751
Posted By MorganRaider

Just curious...why did decide on hybrid vs....

Just curious...why did decide on hybrid vs. getting another road bike ? BTW - that's a really nice trail.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-10-10, 08:35 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 373
Posted By MorganRaider

Cool - enjoyed the interviews and the ride -...

Cool - enjoyed the interviews and the ride - thanks for taping it.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-15-10, 09:50 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,009
Posted By MorganRaider

They are great bikes - good frame engineering and...

They are great bikes - good frame engineering and they back their warranty.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-22-10, 05:20 PM
Replies: 322
Views: 81,574
Posted By MorganRaider

Post away and congratulations on a great find !...

Post away and congratulations on a great find ! Do you know what year it is ? Does it have a carbon fork ? Here's my '10 7.7FX. I love it. :thumb:
...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
01-22-10, 10:58 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 13,804
Posted By MorganRaider

I would not exceed a 10 % increase week-week. ...

I would not exceed a 10 % increase week-week. Going over that will risks injury. Your longest, most recent ride is 30 miles. 3 wks is not enough time to work up to 80 and not exceed the 10 %...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-18-10, 09:11 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,558
Posted By MorganRaider

Fortunately for me, I am a musician and an...

Fortunately for me, I am a musician and an engineer. :D
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
01-12-10, 06:58 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,501
Posted By MorganRaider

Driver's License and Medical Insurance Card ...

Driver's License and Medical Insurance Card
Cell phone
Tire kit
Multitool
2 - 24 oz H2O bottles with Hammer HEED (strawberry)
1 - Hammer GEL pack (bananna)
2-3 - Hammer ENDUROLYTE...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
01-12-10, 06:45 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,611
Posted By MorganRaider

It's been a great forum. Timber_8's pics of...

It's been a great forum. Timber_8's pics of himself have undergone some interesting changes over the duration. I still think you should change your screen name to Fabio. (I am only kidding Timber). ...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
01-08-10, 08:48 AM
Replies: 322
Views: 81,574
Posted By MorganRaider

Congrats on the 7.7FX. Hard to find leftover...

Congrats on the 7.7FX. Hard to find leftover 09 7.7's since shops tend to not carry a lot of that bike in inventory.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
12-31-09, 10:09 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,801
Posted By MorganRaider

I think the 7.5FX is the "sweetspot" in that line...

I think the 7.5FX is the "sweetspot" in that line and right around your price point.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
12-19-09, 05:16 PM
Replies: 3,982
Views: 649,549
Posted By MorganRaider

Hey Q - can you post some pics of the D.C....

Hey Q - can you post some pics of the D.C. blizzard ? Thanks
Forum: Winter Cycling
11-30-09, 10:45 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 618
Posted By MorganRaider

Enough Padding ???? using Pearl Izumi P.R.O Barrier gloves

I normally have gel padded gloves during warmer months. I can wear these inside the Pearl SOFTSHELL gloves, but have a hard time fitting inside the P.R.O Barrier gloves.

Has anyone used these...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-29-09, 11:44 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,185
Posted By MorganRaider

Mine was the 20 miler on the indoor trainer on...

Mine was the 20 miler on the indoor trainer on Black Friday. Best I could do even with outside temps at 55+ F. RE: Need to let my broken hand and finger heal after the deer / bike encounter on the...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
11-21-09, 03:11 PM
Replies: 3,982
Views: 649,549
Posted By MorganRaider

Smile Nice pics lately Mr Q !! I kind of miss the...

Nice pics lately Mr Q !! I kind of miss the graffiti, but these will do. Do you have a path for the entire ride ?
Forum: Winter Cycling
10-31-09, 07:24 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,266
Posted By MorganRaider

Outstanding and Inspiring 10+++ :thumb: ...

Outstanding and Inspiring 10+++ :thumb:

Now I know why you guys dig biking in the snow and at night.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-30-09, 04:29 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,392
Posted By MorganRaider

$200 for a slightly used 7.3 is a good deal. ...

$200 for a slightly used 7.3 is a good deal. Hell, you could hang it on your living room wall like Sh00k does with his 7.7 FX . :thumb:

I kept a bike I did not need. My old GT timberline...
Forum: Winter Cycling
10-30-09, 04:02 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,030
Posted By MorganRaider

Baron: What trail in Ohio are you riding ? I...

Baron:
What trail in Ohio are you riding ? I ride the Little Miami River Trail.
Forum: Winter Cycling
10-30-09, 10:04 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 779
Posted By MorganRaider

Comments on AeroTech Winter Cycling Pants

Anyone have these http://www.aerotechdesigns.com/tights.htm#tights ?

There are the first tights listed. "Men's Thermal Windproof WaterResistant Stretch Exercise Pants $99.95 " How cold...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-29-09, 10:22 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,822
Posted By MorganRaider

I was waiting for the dust to settle, but that...

I was waiting for the dust to settle, but that could be a while. ( No offense guys.) I have read a lot of good points and ideas for alternate options. I really appreciate everyone taking time to...
Forum: Winter Cycling
10-29-09, 09:53 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,198
Posted By MorganRaider

I know you guys are chomping at the bit to get...

I know you guys are chomping at the bit to get out there with all your winter gear, but isn't there some part of you that might find these weather reports kind of depressing....I mean it's not even...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-28-09, 06:43 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,541
Posted By MorganRaider

I have a Wireless Cateye V2C for several reasons:...

I have a Wireless Cateye V2C for several reasons:

1. Mounted on rear chain stay so you can use it on a trainer.
2. Fast response, easy to read "crisp" contrast on readout.
- You can...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-28-09, 05:37 PM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,871,369
Posted By MorganRaider

Shook man - You better get pedaling dude. I have...

Shook man - You better get pedaling dude. I have 360 miles on mine and I got it after yours. :D
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-26-09, 10:48 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,822
Posted By MorganRaider

Handle bar light + helmet light - Is this overkill???

I want to ride a fairly well known paved trail at night. Propose to have one of the following options:

Option 1: Cygolite Trion 600L handlebar + Stella 200L helmet light

Option 2: Cygolite...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-26-09, 09:58 AM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,871,369
Posted By MorganRaider

The downtube on your Marin looks a lot like my...

The downtube on your Marin looks a lot like my TREK 7.7 FX ;)
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