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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-21-24, 08:53 AM
Replies: 27,139
Views: 3,132,420
Posted By JustaJoe

My ride yesterday was unremarkable, rode around...

My ride yesterday was unremarkable, rode around our suburban area but the wind was persistently +15mph. And of course, it seemed the entire time I was riding into it. Anyway, I like to take a dirt...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-20-24, 11:03 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 432
Posted By JustaJoe

...and to make matters even worse, my wife - the...

...and to make matters even worse, my wife - the one with the good eyesight - identified the BB as GXP, not AXS. I need new glasses. :(
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-09-24, 08:37 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 938
Posted By JustaJoe

I did some more mockups and tried one screen,...

I did some more mockups and tried one screen, which worked ok. Sorry no pics, basically just a simple shield on the front of the caliper. Then of course I worried during the ride that it'd come off...
Forum: Pills and Ills
01-04-24, 09:18 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,648
Posted By JustaJoe

Quite a story, and it must be a huge relief to...

Quite a story, and it must be a huge relief to finally have things properly diagnosed and addressed. I hope you have a perfect recovery and can enjoy life without the pain!

Several years ago, I...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-26-23, 05:12 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 5,496
Posted By JustaJoe

2023 was an illuminating year for me, and...

2023 was an illuminating year for me, and therefore a very good one! I only resumed riding a few years ago on an ebike, and this year decided to transition to regular bikes. I ended up going through,...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-22-23, 09:56 AM
Replies: 158
Views: 6,987
Posted By JustaJoe

I learned something from my dogs: Go the opposite...

I learned something from my dogs: Go the opposite way on your route every few days, the scents (scenery, hills) are completely different! :) Worksforme.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
12-18-23, 09:47 AM
Replies: 1,577
Views: 394,434
Posted By JustaJoe

My tubeless setup mentioned just above has...

My tubeless setup mentioned just above has worked...? The front tire is not losing any meaningful pressure (maybe 2-3psi per week). Rear is a different story, during a ride this weekend it was losing...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
11-30-23, 08:36 AM
Replies: 1,577
Views: 394,434
Posted By JustaJoe

Last night, I took the 650bx47mm Specialized...

Last night, I took the 650bx47mm Specialized Pathfinder Pro 2Bliss tires off a set of QR/tubeless wheels I was using on a previous bike, and installed them on my Dr. Dew's WTB i23 TA wheels. The...
Forum: Touring
11-30-23, 08:17 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,524
Posted By JustaJoe

Really appreciate the histories and advice put...

Really appreciate the histories and advice put forth so far! This is helpful and interesting - thank you all. I have an interest in hearing even more recaps of how others got started.

Guess I...
Forum: Touring
11-29-23, 01:52 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,524
Posted By JustaJoe

Intro to Touring?

If there was any recent threads on this, I am sorry I missed them.

I am curious how you got started touring. Not in terms of which bike, what equipment, etc. but rather:

Did you just decide to...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-29-23, 09:10 AM
Replies: 176
Views: 12,113
Posted By JustaJoe

tl;dr I don't really have much to add, and prefer...

tl;dr I don't really have much to add, and prefer to do my thing.

Even though I firmly believe my opinions and thoughts are meaningless to everyone else, I feel compelled to give a +1 or +100 to...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-22-23, 05:03 PM
Replies: 27,139
Views: 3,132,420
Posted By JustaJoe

I took a very easy, hour-long ride today. Goal...

I took a very easy, hour-long ride today. Goal was to just get out, appreciate the local environment; reflect, acknowledge all of the things for which I am thankful and grateful. It was also somber...
Forum: Pills and Ills
11-19-23, 05:37 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,554
Posted By JustaJoe

This really hit home for me! I've had tinnitus...

This really hit home for me! I've had tinnitus for as long as I can remember (late 50's now). I believe it may have been caused by 1) firing 105mm rounds from a main battle tank 2) .50 cal and 7.62mm...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-06-23, 08:20 AM
Replies: 27,139
Views: 3,132,420
Posted By JustaJoe

I rode part of the American Tobacco Trail again...

I rode part of the American Tobacco Trail again on Sunday. Absolutely gorgeous day here in central NC, perfect temps, etc. But from the start, something was off. This is a rail trail that is...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-22-23, 08:35 AM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,876,800
Posted By JustaJoe

Guess this counts as a hybrid? After trying 4...

Guess this counts as a hybrid? After trying 4 other bikes, I believe I have found The One for me. American Tobacco Trail last weekend....
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-17-23, 02:40 PM
Replies: 27,139
Views: 3,132,420
Posted By JustaJoe

I had a wonderful ride this morning of 20 miles...

I had a wonderful ride this morning of 20 miles on the American Tobacco Trail. Finally found the hybrid bike that I can just ride and ride in complete comfort - Kona Dew Plus. Talked with a guy who...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-03-23, 07:21 AM
Replies: 27,139
Views: 3,132,420
Posted By JustaJoe

I picked up what I hope is my forever bike on...

I picked up what I hope is my forever bike on Friday, an All-City Super Professional. Took it out for a shakedown ride Saturday on the American Tobacco Trail, after swapping out handlebars, seat,...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-17-23, 07:18 AM
Replies: 113
Views: 4,564
Posted By JustaJoe

I must note that for my ride yesterday, it was...

I must note that for my ride yesterday, it was 82* and 45% humidity - almost getting to be long sleeve or jacket weather!:roflmao2:
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-07-23, 09:07 AM
Replies: 113
Views: 4,564
Posted By JustaJoe

After my ride yesterday, I am probably taking the...

After my ride yesterday, I am probably taking the week off. Mid 90's and very humid here in NC this week, and I have to get a minor procedure done on an arm (will have stitches).

I picked up some...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-29-23, 04:19 PM
Replies: 1,577
Views: 394,434
Posted By JustaJoe

I swapped the handlebars on my Crosstrail with...

I swapped the handlebars on my Crosstrail with Spank Spoon 60 (60mm rise), cut them down to ~660mm, love the position and feel. And they are inexpensive!
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-25-23, 07:00 AM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 381,475
Posted By JustaJoe

travbikeman thank you very much for this detailed...

travbikeman thank you very much for this detailed response, and yes it does help a great deal! This past weekend, I removed the front chainring to check things out and it is indeed riveted, so.... I...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-15-23, 02:52 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 10,926
Posted By JustaJoe

Rode my Crosstrail on the American Tobacco Trail...

Rode my Crosstrail on the American Tobacco Trail today, and my lovely bride joined me on her Como. No pictures, can't post any yet anyway. Regardless, this was the longest ride to date on the...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-11-23, 02:54 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 4,237
Posted By JustaJoe

I have had a Specialized Turbo Vado 3.0 for a...

I have had a Specialized Turbo Vado 3.0 for a year+ now (+2600mi) and absolutely love it! Previously I had another ebike (cadence sensor, hub motor) which I quickly "outgrew." This process really...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-30-23, 09:50 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 5,859
Posted By JustaJoe

I was aching to ride with others, until I did -...

I was aching to ride with others, until I did - now I have 0 interest in it.* My rides are about clearing the head, getting exercise at my pace, exploring new routes, stopping to talk to dogs and...
Forum: Introductions
06-20-23, 08:51 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,130
Posted By JustaJoe

Hello from North Carolina

Hi All, been reading the forums for a good while, finally registered so I can ask stupid questions now and then. ;)

I live near Raleigh, NC, and try to get out every day for an hour or so of...
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