Hi all!
While don’t visit or post often, I still get notifications. After being quoted, I thought I’d report in on this one...YMMV.
I still recommend studs when in doubt, but sometimes don’t take my own advice.
Originally Posted by
Jim from Boston
…. Here in Rochester, at least along my commute, there's always ice that miraculously didn't get salted…Broken bones would keep me off the bike for weeks while they mend
What I discovered last winter was that newer studs are much nicer than older ones. They’re lighter and more supple than older models of studded tires, like my Nokian Hakkapeliitta W106...
OFF-TOPIC: To catch up folks who remember me from before, recently, and through no fault or planning of my own, I found myself retired. Yay! I plan to spend 2019 travelling to and researching three places for potential relocation in 2020: CO, AZ and HI. Yes, HI….
I figure I’ll find something part-time in order to keep my mental health when I “land”. Or something low-stress and full time if I go completely nuts from boredom. But all three places offer better cycling year-round than here and seem interesting. So who knows?
Originally Posted by
Jim from Boston
…PS to [MENTION=55787]tsl[/MENTION]: So nice to read your post;
I'll reply later when I have more time.
Hi [MENTION=55787]tsl[/MENTION],
As you know, I have frequently quoted your advice about studded tires, since it convinced me, especially from a resident of Rochester, NY.
Originally Posted by
Jim from Boston
I have been an avid cyclist, as a lifestyle since about 1972; self-described year-round commuter, occasional centurian (in-training during the nice weather), and former cycle tourist, including a cross-country ride…
I happened serendipitously on Bike Forums in 2008, and
it was frankly incredible to find a community that shared so many concerns I had kept to myself as a lone cyclist.
This enthusiasm has definitely increased my enjoyment of cycling. As far as improving it, what I have gotten directly from BF are:
- the motivation and tips to ride in rain, and wintry roads, i.e. studded tires
- the Fifty-Plus Annual rides that motivate me to train in the nice weather
- the safety tip to watch the front wheels of a car rather than the body or hood to anticipate what the driver is going to do
- the opportunity to post and literally "journal" my thoughts and activities about cycling and lifestyle (even if nobody else reads them), but which I wouldn't write down otherwise.
Speaking of the Fifty-Plus Annual Rides, the Second One in Watkins Glen in 2010, and meeting you in person with the other participants was a memorable cycling experience. FYA, I have posted (link) the personal narratives and photos of all those Annual Rides through 2015.
Finally one other cycling bon mot of yours I have frequently quoted:
…It's not that I chase miles for the sake of numbers. It takes me 50 miles a week just to feel good and normal, I feel fantastic over 100 miles a week, and like Superman over 150...
Originally Posted by
Jim from Boston
…I particularly agree with your assessment of weekly mileage, though at over 150 miles per week, I call it hyper-fit….
