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Forum: Road Cycling
09-24-09, 04:01 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 3,087
Posted By RideMore

*(I have this amazing ability to kill a thread)*

*(I have this amazing ability to kill a thread)*
Forum: Road Cycling
09-05-09, 04:21 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 3,087
Posted By RideMore

After the Scott build, the hybrid got sold. :D

After the Scott build, the hybrid got sold. :D
Forum: Road Cycling
09-05-09, 04:16 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 3,087
Posted By RideMore

I used to have one bike. ...

I used to have one bike.


Then what was ostensibly a buildout / refitting of my girl's bike, turned into a cool semi retro great-for-climbing Frankenstein...
Forum: Southern California
04-08-08, 02:29 AM
Replies: 174
Views: 7,927
Posted By RideMore

Date of Ride: 04/05/08 Type of Ride: SFVBC...

Date of Ride: 04/05/08
Type of Ride: SFVBC group ride
Name of organized ride or route: #235 Poppy Tour from Valencia (and then some)
Actual Mileage: 99.2
Ride Time: 6:32
Total Time: 7:42...
Forum: Southern California
04-04-08, 01:44 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,277
Posted By RideMore

Looking to be there! Although I'm working late...

Looking to be there! Although I'm working late Friday... might not hit the sack before 4AM. 3 1/2 hour is enough sleep, right?
Forum: Southern California
04-01-08, 09:26 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,192
Posted By RideMore

That'd be Tim, the retired postman. He has...

That'd be Tim, the retired postman. He has touring gears on that bike and yes, he passes people on hills!
Forum: Southern California
03-23-08, 11:49 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 801
Posted By RideMore

Thanks, Shai for the picture taking! I love the...

Thanks, Shai for the picture taking! I love the shot of me hidden by my camera/phone! :D
And the back of my head as I'm pigging out on the GREAT apple pie from the cafe! A really nice (warm) ride.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
03-21-08, 11:43 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,797
Posted By RideMore

I am a big fan of 40/30/30. There is way too much...

I am a big fan of 40/30/30. There is way too much focus on 'low fat' without the consideration of what else you are eating. Most people's carb intake is so high that lowering your fat intake...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
03-14-08, 02:13 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 765
Posted By RideMore

Yes, I'm hungry after a bigger ride. Usually for...

Yes, I'm hungry after a bigger ride. Usually for at least a day. I try to eat larger but sensible meals, but like Machka mentioned, if you are dialing down your your weight, it doesn't feel right...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
03-14-08, 01:29 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 985
Posted By RideMore

It's not lack of carbs. Food input is not the...

It's not lack of carbs. Food input is not the energy you use on a short ride (under 2 hours). You eat on a ride to keep your digestive system working to make fuel available for your body. The clif...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
03-13-08, 04:35 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,263
Posted By RideMore

As a fitness rule of thumb, the 40% carb, 30%...

As a fitness rule of thumb, the 40% carb, 30% fat, 30% protein concept still works well for most non-endurance activities. So adding protein to get you to 30% should not be a problem. Some things to...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
03-12-08, 01:08 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,263
Posted By RideMore

N.B. I clicked

N.B. I clicked
Forum: Training & Nutrition
03-12-08, 01:07 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,263
Posted By RideMore

Well you have probably gleaned the wheat from the...

Well you have probably gleaned the wheat from the chaff in this group of posts. Just in case: a summary of what seems right for you.

You're already a good weight for your height. If you want those...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
03-11-08, 05:07 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,179
Posted By RideMore

P.S. Articles about study groups reviewing...

P.S.
Articles about study groups reviewing studies are crap. You can find stats to support any hare brained ideas (no offense, Bugs)
Forum: Training & Nutrition
03-11-08, 05:05 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,179
Posted By RideMore

I believe in the difference between stretching...

I believe in the difference between stretching and warming up.

Warm up = anything within your normal range of motion to raise your heart rate, using the primary muscles you are about to abuse. A...
Forum: Southern California
03-11-08, 11:30 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 4,013
Posted By RideMore

Oops! Sorry! I wasn't aiming to be annoying....

Oops!
Sorry!
I wasn't aiming to be annoying. I was hoping to point out some options that would let you re-think your frame needs. Always with your needs as a cyclist as my best intention. Again,...
Forum: Southern California
03-10-08, 11:42 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 4,013
Posted By RideMore

Or, just let your friends do it! :lol:

Or, just let your friends do it! :lol:
Forum: Southern California
03-10-08, 11:37 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 4,013
Posted By RideMore

Everybody is different. My girlfriend Lynne...

Everybody is different.

My girlfriend Lynne went through a number of bikes before she bought one. Then a second, but not because of fit. She is 5'-4'' with a 30" standover. She has long thigh...
Forum: Southern California
03-10-08, 10:16 AM
Replies: 95
Views: 3,043
Posted By RideMore

A buddy @ work rides a century +his age each...

A buddy @ work rides a century +his age each birthday.
We should all thank M.E.'s mom for bringing her to the world.

Best wishes!
Forum: Southern California
03-10-08, 04:01 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,790
Posted By RideMore

'85 De Rosa, Super Record (original), Cinelli bar...

'85 De Rosa, Super Record (original), Cinelli bar & stem, Mavic SSC laced to Araya aero rims, plus:

Roval racing wheels original bladed spokes
Yakima rooftop rack
3 suntour WinnerPro freewheels...
Forum: Southern California
03-10-08, 03:42 AM
Replies: 174
Views: 7,927
Posted By RideMore

Date of Ride: 03/08/08 Type of Ride: group...

Date of Ride: 03/08/08
Type of Ride: group ride
Name of organized ride or route: Solvang Century
Actual Mileage: 103.4, as quoted from the ride slip
Ride Time: 5:54
Total Time: 7:04 7:08am...
Forum: Southern California
03-10-08, 03:12 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,570
Posted By RideMore

BTW about 2300 calorie total including food at...

BTW
about 2300 calorie total including food at ride's end. About 300 less than last century. More @ breakfast, no large meal @ lunch. Much better!
Forum: Southern California
03-10-08, 02:55 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,570
Posted By RideMore

WOW What fun! Lynne and I drove up Friday...

WOW
What fun!
Lynne and I drove up Friday night. Met Mark (mkadam) at the registration area & just enjoyed a simple evening finishing with ride prep. OK, OK, so I was prepping too much. Mark's big...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
03-07-08, 03:39 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 933
Posted By RideMore

OK... I'm writing this because you seem...

OK...
I'm writing this because you seem sincere, so here goes:

You are eating grain or flour products at every meal. This is not only putting high glycemic index food items through your system in...
Forum: Southern California
03-07-08, 02:38 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,695
Posted By RideMore

Can anybody tell me what kind of trees line their...

Can anybody tell me what kind of trees line their favorite route? How about what birds are starting to sing in the colder canyons. Can anybody hear the brook by the side of the road?

Brook? What...
Forum: Southern California
03-07-08, 01:14 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,695
Posted By RideMore

...60.039865: this of course is an approximation,...

...60.039865: this of course is an approximation, for quick reference only. Pardon the crudeness of the model. My abacus is in for a tune up
Forum: Southern California
03-06-08, 02:15 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 3,649
Posted By RideMore

I'm looking to start @ 7:00, w/ mkadam ...

I'm looking to start @ 7:00, w/ mkadam
http://www.photocrazy.com/2008/0209TPS/Tps1/tn_P080209075817526a5_jpg.jpg
Me: Same bike, maybe different kit - still yellow/white/black

Maybe on Oak...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
03-06-08, 01:39 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 10,247
Posted By RideMore

Respectfully, that is EXACTLY what will make you...

Respectfully, that is EXACTLY what will make you fat. Shooting for weight loss and muscle gain means ZERO carbs at last meal. This is slice of cheese time, or burger patty or broiled chicken leg.
...
Forum: Southern California
03-05-08, 03:11 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 878
Posted By RideMore

=5000 elevation gain (Palm Springs =3000)

=5000 elevation gain

(Palm Springs =3000)
Forum: Southern California
03-04-08, 06:38 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 878
Posted By RideMore

I did similar in Palm Springs; breakfast was a...

I did similar in Palm Springs; breakfast was a single cup of coffee (6oz.) & food bar,
gel @ ride start,
food bar to 1st stop, (only stopped for a mechanical; no add'l food water @ 1st stop) ...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
03-04-08, 04:43 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 933
Posted By RideMore

You're welcome. And truly, congratulations on...

You're welcome.
And truly, congratulations on all your efforts. You really are sticking up for yourself!

Is fluctuation an issue? Yes though not huge. The more consistent you keep your...
Forum: Southern California
03-04-08, 12:29 AM
Replies: 2,416
Views: 98,456
Posted By RideMore

Me. George on the blue two-tone De Rosa Bill...

Me.
George on the blue two-tone De Rosa
Bill &.....
*sigh*
I can't recall his name. Tall, grey wearing a Kahala LaGrange jersey. Keith would know; we said Hi to him at the end of the ride.

A...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
03-03-08, 11:48 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 933
Posted By RideMore

Congratulations on your weight loss to date! ...

Congratulations on your weight loss to date!

This is of course the tough part: when you have a goal, and the plan doesn't fit what you 'like'.

When you say 2700 calories/day average, how far...
Forum: Southern California
03-03-08, 10:19 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,693
Posted By RideMore

Budget, ... budget ... Oh yeah; I heard that...

Budget, ... budget ...

Oh yeah; I heard that word before!

As in:
If a thought comes into my head that I may be spending too much on something, I budget out of my mind.:roflmao:
Since I pay...
Forum: Southern California
03-03-08, 03:40 PM
Replies: 2,416
Views: 98,456
Posted By RideMore

Well despite the wind on Devonshire, had a nice...

Well despite the wind on Devonshire, had a nice ride up LaTuna. I think my pacing is improving; I was able to accelerate 3/4 way up where the grade drops a degree. :)
Forum: Southern California
03-03-08, 02:31 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,115
Posted By RideMore

Then I'll have to save and beg to find the arm...

Then I'll have to save and beg to find the arm warmers, leg warmers, shoe covers and helmet.
'Cause if I look like I'm on the team, don'cha think I'll go faster? :rolleyes: Like when I got my new...
Forum: Southern California
03-02-08, 02:46 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,191
Posted By RideMore

Um, yes, you can 'cause I have. Drink down 1/3...

Um, yes, you can 'cause I have. Drink down 1/3 first, or enjoy a nice camouflage sticky crankset. BTDT!
Forum: Southern California
03-01-08, 05:40 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 4,117
Posted By RideMore

SFVBC I'd like to say that I belong to the...

SFVBC

I'd like to say that I belong to the group that does the Vintage Bike Ride around the Rose Bowl, but they're not a club, and I haven't been on the ride in months *hangs head*

Does Club...
Forum: Southern California
02-29-08, 12:53 PM
Replies: 2,416
Views: 98,456
Posted By RideMore

Do you need to go short? The Rose Bowl can be...

Do you need to go short? The Rose Bowl can be done slowly-even La Tuna. Just stay behind me! LOL :roflmao:
Seriously, if time is not a factor I bet you can keep your heart rate goal heading out...
Forum: Southern California
02-29-08, 12:47 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,246
Posted By RideMore

+1 I've only seen three of these films and...

+1

I've only seen three of these films and they all make me laugh. It's so obvious how much of him is in TPB. That his humor shines through without writing /directing makes this the winner. IMHO....
Forum: Southern California
02-27-08, 04:18 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 3,649
Posted By RideMore

Cool indeed! If that's the case it'll be much...

Cool indeed! If that's the case it'll be much easier...
Forum: Southern California
02-27-08, 04:04 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 3,649
Posted By RideMore

Am I correct in understanding that we are given a...

Am I correct in understanding that we are given a staggered start time (maybe in groups) based on our bib numbers? For example, 1st 100 riders @ 6:00, 2nd 100 @ 6:05, 3rd 100 @ 6:10, et. c.? If so,...
Forum: Southern California
02-26-08, 03:10 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 3,649
Posted By RideMore

100 / 5.5 = 18.181818 Hmmm... I wonder if I...

100 / 5.5 = 18.181818
Hmmm... I wonder if I could hang on to that...
Forum: Southern California
02-26-08, 03:08 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 3,649
Posted By RideMore

Ditto! I'm all for a paceline behind Mark! (he'll...

Ditto! I'm all for a paceline behind Mark! (he'll drop me) Awright, I'll take my turn...

This of course is at way less than 30mph on the flats!:D
Forum: Southern California
02-26-08, 11:02 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 626
Posted By RideMore

Are these rooms you are looking to share, or...

Are these rooms you are looking to share, or sell? I'd be interested in either.
Forum: Southern California
02-26-08, 10:20 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,550
Posted By RideMore

I have a lot of small tools and I use them really...

I have a lot of small tools and I use them really well...
Seriously, an evening of maintenance talk would be good fun. I'm in if I'm available!
Forum: Southern California
02-26-08, 10:06 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 3,649
Posted By RideMore

I just signed up for this ride! How about you?

I just signed up for this ride! How about you?
Forum: Southern California
02-26-08, 10:03 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,456
Posted By RideMore

Crank Brothers Egg beaters. Easy clip in/out,...

Crank Brothers Egg beaters. Easy clip in/out, simple, walkable lightweight. I might put Quattros on the hybrid so I can use it during the day at work.
Forum: Southern California
02-20-08, 02:43 AM
Replies: 174
Views: 7,927
Posted By RideMore

Date of Ride: 02/09/08 Type of Ride:...

Date of Ride: 02/09/08
Type of Ride: group ride
Name of organized ride or route: Palm Springs Century
Actual Mileage: 102, +a mile each way to the hotel
Ride Time: 6:21
Total...
Forum: Southern California
02-19-08, 03:01 AM
Replies: 2,416
Views: 98,456
Posted By RideMore

Lazy, LOL One of the riders today estimated...

Lazy, LOL

One of the riders today estimated 5000 elevation gain. I'm hoping Mark our treasurer replies to my email with his Garmin info.
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