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Forum: Road Cycling
11-28-23, 09:40 PM
Replies: 162
Views: 7,487
Posted By macattack71

I regularly hit 42-44 mph on my commute, not a...

I regularly hit 42-44 mph on my commute, not a big deal. Rode a Gran Fondo a decade ago with lots of climbing. Hit 54.6 mph on the downhill basically coasting, it was a little scary, felt like a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-22-23, 06:47 PM
Replies: 6,241
Views: 565,003
Posted By macattack71

25 miles, great weather, mid 60's, but still went...

25 miles, great weather, mid 60's, but still went with a shell, as a NW wind made it feel much cooler. I started with regular jersey, got cold after a few miles. I need to invest in gear for these...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-22-23, 06:20 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,186
Posted By macattack71

Normally you would tighten the barrel adjuster,...

Normally you would tighten the barrel adjuster, not sure what's going on with that one, and the zip-tie. The cable could be loosened, then tightened after taking up some slack in the cable by...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-17-23, 10:23 PM
Replies: 6,241
Views: 565,003
Posted By macattack71

11 miles. First outdoor ride post Covid-19. Had...

11 miles. First outdoor ride post Covid-19. Had been on the trainer several times already. Path near the river was a swarm of gnats, I turned around after a half mile, was covered in them. I had...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-08-23, 05:06 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 5,499
Posted By macattack71

I get to start up after my first bout with Covid,...

I get to start up after my first bout with Covid, 9 days out since positive test. Feel pretty good now, didn't have any respiratory issues, but a slight nagging cough. I will take it easy on the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-02-23, 08:54 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 3,201
Posted By macattack71

I pretty much only wear hi-vis tech shirts during...

I pretty much only wear hi-vis tech shirts during the warmer months, along with PI shorts. Trying to stay as visible as possible. If doing a group ride, favorite local sports teams jersey comes...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-13-23, 06:57 PM
Replies: 6,241
Views: 565,003
Posted By macattack71

24 total miles, 12 each way to and from work. ...

24 total miles, 12 each way to and from work. The cooler weather really helps, though running out of daylight soon.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-09-23, 11:53 AM
Replies: 6,241
Views: 565,003
Posted By macattack71

35 miles, I waited for it to warm slightly before...

35 miles, I waited for it to warm slightly before leaving, 58F this morning. 9 am start. A neighbor trapped me in a conversation right as I was getting ready to leave.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-07-23, 10:09 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,763
Posted By macattack71

I'd want to know my HR more than anything. Keeps...

I'd want to know my HR more than anything. Keeps me safe on the ride. I've almost redlined out there, 190 bpm+ on a climb, and it tells me when to back off and play it safe.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-07-23, 07:48 PM
Replies: 6,241
Views: 565,003
Posted By macattack71

17 miles this evening. Cooling off nicely in the...

17 miles this evening. Cooling off nicely in the park, but got hit with a ton of bugs.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-04-23, 01:59 PM
Replies: 6,241
Views: 565,003
Posted By macattack71

13 miles today, seeing what the knee could take...

13 miles today, seeing what the knee could take after 31 miles yesterday. Still building up mileage after being off the bike for a while and a knee injury back in May.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-23-23, 05:55 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 3,616
Posted By macattack71

I got commended the other day by a driver, saying...

I got commended the other day by a driver, saying thanks for stopping, as everyone else they see blows thru the sign. I will always disengage a leg at a stop where i meet another vehicle, and have a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-20-23, 08:18 PM
Replies: 6,241
Views: 565,003
Posted By macattack71

21.2 miles this morning with two 6% short climbs....

21.2 miles this morning with two 6% short climbs. Felt like a swamp out there. A new high visibility tech shirt I tried out would not even dry during the ride and stuck to my body. Maybe too heavy...
Forum: Commuting
08-18-23, 08:02 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,379,965
Posted By macattack71

Snapped a picture today at work. I love these...

Snapped a picture today at work. I love these stands, my work bought us a couple to use. Next purchase will be some better wheels that can handle the abuse....
Forum: Road Cycling
08-01-23, 06:05 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,175
Posted By macattack71

I use the Oveja Negra saddle bag, medium size....

I use the Oveja Negra saddle bag, medium size. Game changer for carrying things i might need.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-28-20, 01:08 AM
Replies: 6,241
Views: 565,003
Posted By macattack71

Got in 23 miles. Just getting back into it after...

Got in 23 miles. Just getting back into it after a period off. 52°F and windy. All the horses were either in the stables or out to pasture. ...
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