Joined: Feb 2006
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From: Lake Geneva, WI
Bikes: Ridley Helium SLX, Canyon Endurance SL, De Rosa Professional, Eddy Merckx Corsa Extra, Schwinn Paramount (1 painted, 1 chrome), Peugeot PX10, Serotta Nova X, Simoncini Cyclocross Special, Raleigh Roker, Pedal Force CG2 and CX2
August and September or the most reliable for me. My established cycling base miles of 500 miles per month is supporting faster and longer rides.
Cooler mornings help me avoid extreme heat and sun. I'm always fastest below 80f.
I'll train indoors again this winter, twice a week should be enough to help me avoid a total loss of cycling fitness.
I'll also ride outdoors, year around. Two of my bikes have fenders installed. Moderate rain in mild or warm weather is not an issue.
During January, February and early March, I'll keep studded tires on one bike. Another bike will have small-block knobby tires for winter days when studs aren't needed.
Last year I never needed studded tires.
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When I ride my bike I feel free and happy and strong. I'm liberated from the usual nonsense of day to day life. Solid, dependable, silent, my bike is my horse, my fighter jet, my island, my friend. Together we will conquer that hill and thereafter the world.
Last edited by Barrettscv; 08-22-12 at 03:03 AM.