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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-04-21, 08:49 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,443
Posted By Wanderer

Tell her to send it back to Amazon for a refund!

Tell her to send it back to Amazon for a refund!
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-08-21, 06:44 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 8,123
Posted By Wanderer

Planet Bike Cascadias, on my Sirrus, and my...

Planet Bike Cascadias, on my Sirrus, and my Crosstrail. Love 'em.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-12-21, 02:03 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 9,523
Posted By Wanderer

That's where I learned to shovel, 60 years back! ...

That's where I learned to shovel, 60 years back! In the corn crib, and the hog house! lol
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
01-11-21, 09:06 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 15,670
Posted By Wanderer

Way back when I was in the market for new bikes,...

Way back when I was in the market for new bikes, I rode many! The Trek and Specialized felt so much different.... I ended up with a Specialized Crosstrail, and a Specialized Sirrus Comp...

Trek...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-20-20, 08:40 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,307
Posted By Wanderer

47-622 is commonly referred to as a 45mm wide...

47-622 is commonly referred to as a 45mm wide tire.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-09-20, 05:14 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,348
Posted By Wanderer

Ridin In Winter

What a beautiful December day to go for a bike ride in the Midwest. Near Chicago

51 degrees, full sun, no wind !

30 glorious miles - IN DECEMBER!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-09-20, 03:35 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,132
Posted By Wanderer

I would send a pic to Brooks! Mine never did...

I would send a pic to Brooks! Mine never did that!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-14-20, 01:07 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 11,336
Posted By Wanderer

I have done quite a bit of wrenching on bikes...

I have done quite a bit of wrenching on bikes this year, because of the back up at the LBS. I even do their kids minor stuff for free when they come to pick their stuff up.

My son has been...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-31-20, 06:27 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 461
Posted By Wanderer

Absolutely, put 'em on!

Absolutely, put 'em on!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-28-20, 06:53 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,246
Posted By Wanderer

Yep, probably a ply slip from hitting something. ...

Yep, probably a ply slip from hitting something. Have had it happen on differing brands.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-27-20, 05:09 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 27,330
Posted By Wanderer

If you get any snow or ice, stay away from...

If you get any snow or ice, stay away from Marathon Supremes..... They do not like that stuff at all!

And, I love Marathon Supremes.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-26-20, 12:35 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,923
Posted By Wanderer

If you are in a snow or ice area, be very aware,...

If you are in a snow or ice area, be very aware, that Schwalbe Marathon Supremes, do NOT like snow or ice, at all!

Don't ask me how I know.

Suffice it to say, that I used to ride all winter...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-26-20, 11:34 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,396
Posted By Wanderer

These pics have me drooling! My Crosstrail...

These pics have me drooling!

My Crosstrail (gloss black) has a very good match with my Planet Bike black Cascadias, and I'm very happy with the look. They really do look OEM.

When I added black...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-22-20, 05:26 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,252
Posted By Wanderer

Zip ties, one around each leg, and one between...

Zip ties, one around each leg, and one between the two, one hanging from that, thru the fender eye.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-20-20, 08:28 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,346
Posted By Wanderer

Like I said earlier, I have had both Specialized...

Like I said earlier, I have had both Specialized and Ergon, and find the Specialized far more comfortable. I have now switched out all of my Ergons for the Body Geometry ones, and like them a whole...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-19-20, 02:18 PM
Replies: 168
Views: 12,585
Posted By Wanderer

Put em on pumpernickel or dark rye bread, and you...

Put em on pumpernickel or dark rye bread, and you will be close to heaven!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-17-20, 11:53 AM
Replies: 119
Views: 10,029
Posted By Wanderer

Isn't that illegal? I think Federal laws say...

Isn't that illegal? I think Federal laws say only red on the rear?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-16-20, 04:25 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,967
Posted By Wanderer

Buy the Trek, and fix it with your friend! Don't...

Buy the Trek, and fix it with your friend! Don't wait too long. MHO
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-08-20, 02:23 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,088
Posted By Wanderer

All I know, ist hat I occasionally need a bigger...

All I know, ist hat I occasionally need a bigger gear on the back!

How much bigger?

Bigger than the one on there!
Forum: Great Lakes
09-04-20, 05:45 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,418
Posted By Wanderer

Google Kane County Bike Maps. Lots out here,...

Google Kane County Bike Maps. Lots out here, from the Fox River Trails, to a lot more connected routes/ Only an hour away. Drive it or take the train to Aurora, and it starts right across the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-04-20, 02:27 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,966
Posted By Wanderer

13% is significant, and you will notice it!

13% is significant, and you will notice it!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-02-20, 08:25 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 4,876
Posted By Wanderer

Weight, any weight, matters! Ask anyone who has...

Weight, any weight, matters! Ask anyone who has gone for groceries, small or large!

The ride home is always harder, even if it is mostly downhill!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-31-20, 03:32 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 4,876
Posted By Wanderer

Don't kid yourself! Five or ten pounds makes a...

Don't kid yourself! Five or ten pounds makes a difference whenever you ride! The longer the ride, the larger the difference.

On a real long tour, you would be looking at where you can shed...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-26-20, 11:10 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 17,162
Posted By Wanderer

lol, Men, don't wear outfits!

lol, Men, don't wear outfits!
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-15-20, 08:09 AM
Replies: 159
Views: 60,735
Posted By Wanderer

Gosh, Giant makes great looking bikes!

Gosh, Giant makes great looking bikes!
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-07-20, 10:39 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,212
Posted By Wanderer

I, almost always, wear padded bike shorts on my...

I, almost always, wear padded bike shorts on my hybrid. Also, my Selle AnAtomica seat is the most comfortable seat I have, and was, right out of the box! They have a good sale in the fall.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-28-20, 03:12 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,521
Posted By Wanderer

Honestly, I thought that you, perhaps, needed a...

Honestly, I thought that you, perhaps, needed a direction to start looking. Therefore, the link to a pair.

With a little more info in the OP, I would have left it alone.

No snarkism intended.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-27-20, 12:53 PM
Replies: 183
Views: 24,366
Posted By Wanderer

I'm not scientific ---- all I know, is that it is...

I'm not scientific ---- all I know, is that it is easier to ride my Sirrus faster, over a given 30 mile loop, than my Crosstrail..... But, the Crosstrail is more comfortable.

Yes, the Sirrus uses...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-14-20, 01:14 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,942
Posted By Wanderer

A little windier today, and yes, there is a...

A little windier today, and yes, there is a LITTLE wind noise. It's not unbearable, and not constant.

Getting these hearing aids is one of the best things I have done..... I can hear so much more...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-13-20, 05:07 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,942
Posted By Wanderer

I have not been in any really windy conditions,...

I have not been in any really windy conditions, as it's been pretty hot and still around here. Considering only a 15 MPH wind, it has not been an issue yet.

It sure is nice to be able to hear my...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-11-20, 07:47 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,942
Posted By Wanderer

Noise

Finally got hearing aids from the VA yesterday.

I'm really surprised at how much I can hear now - stuff I completely forgot about!.

I'm sure I need to go back for some adjustments, but it sure...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-29-20, 05:53 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,633
Posted By Wanderer

How true that is - the most comfortable bibs I...

How true that is - the most comfortable bibs I have are from Nashbar, of all places. Paid 34 bucks on sale! Should have bought 7 more, but they were all gone, never to return!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-15-20, 03:32 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,191
Posted By Wanderer

Parting is Such Sweet Sorrow!

It's been quite awhile since I've seen 200#, but I still visit here!

A good average for me is probably about 187 now, and I have been going steadily down from about 215#. I can see it, and feel...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-25-20, 05:26 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 8,056
Posted By Wanderer

If it rains, We have excuses!

If it rains, We have excuses!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-22-20, 06:50 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 8,056
Posted By Wanderer

Did thirty again today - and it was much easier...

Did thirty again today - and it was much easier on me! Good news for me!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-21-20, 05:15 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 14,473
Posted By Wanderer

You are right - it does look sweet!

You are right - it does look sweet!
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-21-20, 11:29 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 15,854
Posted By Wanderer

I have Shimano PD M324's, and the PD M-530's and...

I have Shimano PD M324's, and the PD M-530's and like them both. You can't hardly go wrong with Shimano double sided pedals.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-20-20, 09:42 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 925
Posted By Wanderer

https://www.topeak.com/global/en/products/pumps

https://www.topeak.com/global/en/products/pumps
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-18-20, 12:17 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,333
Posted By Wanderer

Lol - why not add a little water, to make them...

Lol - why not add a little water, to make them equal?
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-18-20, 11:14 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 7,067
Posted By Wanderer

I kind of disagree with MRT2, somewhat. ...

I kind of disagree with MRT2, somewhat.

Although the Schwalbe tire you mention is not a gravel or mud or sand tire, it will be a little better than the smooth tire you are running -- but it won't...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-15-20, 11:20 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 794
Posted By Wanderer

I would buy the largest that my legs would...

I would buy the largest that my legs would rightly accomodate. A shorter/longer stem, and different bars will accomodate your torso, if needed. Be careful that you don't buy a bike that is tooo big...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-15-20, 11:13 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 8,056
Posted By Wanderer

I gotta admit, I am glad it was rainy all day...

I gotta admit, I am glad it was rainy all day yesterday - but going out in about an hour today......
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-13-20, 07:48 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 8,056
Posted By Wanderer

Got twenty miles in again today. A nice day, but...

Got twenty miles in again today. A nice day, but that last ten miles into that wind was, interesting.... Jim and I both agreed that we should get credit for an additional five, after that.

The...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-12-20, 02:55 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 8,056
Posted By Wanderer

Did twenty miles today, at 11.5 MPH. Felt really...

Did twenty miles today, at 11.5 MPH. Felt really good, after a two day layoff. Felt so good, that I should have gone farther. My buddy, Jim, said the same........ we will have to see what tomorrow...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-11-20, 02:33 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 8,056
Posted By Wanderer

"When I clip-in?....things can get hairy quick!" ...

"When I clip-in?....things can get hairy quick!"

Jinks, I just may steal this for a signature line!

Thanks, Buddy!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-10-20, 07:32 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 8,056
Posted By Wanderer

If you are going to get old, you gotta be tough!

If you are going to get old, you gotta be tough!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-10-20, 07:30 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 8,056
Posted By Wanderer

If you are going to get old, you gotta be tough!

If you are going to get old, you gotta be tough!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-09-20, 07:19 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 14,473
Posted By Wanderer

That's like mine. I had to lace the wings, to get...

That's like mine. I had to lace the wings, to get them off my thighs, and it's perfect! I do love the brown on a dark bike!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-09-20, 04:49 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 8,056
Posted By Wanderer

Up until a few years ago, I did 40-42 miles at...

Up until a few years ago, I did 40-42 miles at least six days a week, and felt pretty good doing them. By the way, I am 74 years old, 6', 190#, and going down.

Then, one winter day, while...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-08-20, 11:44 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 7,199
Posted By Wanderer

I was at Aldi's, one day, when they were selling...

I was at Aldi's, one day, when they were selling those pumps out, at $6 apiece. I asked the manager how much if I bought them all?

She quoted me a price of $20 for all 6, plus a broken one for...
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