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Forum: Mountain - Plains
03-30-09, 05:46 PM
Replies: 288
Views: 49,243
Posted By medicmike

Hello Jayhawkers! Happy that spring is here at...

Hello Jayhawkers! Happy that spring is here at last. There is nothing better for cardio than a 30 mph south wind.
Forum: Mountain - Plains
09-07-08, 05:32 PM
Replies: 288
Views: 49,243
Posted By medicmike

Howdy Wichita! There is not much action on...

Howdy Wichita!

There is not much action on our (Kansas) thread but welcome anyway!
Forum: Introductions
08-13-08, 07:01 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 307
Posted By medicmike

Welcome treehouseguy, I got back into biking...

Welcome treehouseguy,

I got back into biking about 8 years ago and at the time bought a mountain bike. I have never actually taken it anywhere but dirt/paved roads and last year bought a road...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-08-08, 08:05 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,825
Posted By medicmike

four years ago at the age of 33 I sustained a...

four years ago at the age of 33 I sustained a herniation of L5-S1. The pain was worse than anything I had experienced. I suffered from weakness and numbness to the left leg/foot. The doctors tried...
Forum: Mountain - Plains
07-16-08, 03:38 PM
Replies: 288
Views: 49,243
Posted By medicmike

Husker, Go to mapmyride and search for the...

Husker,

Go to mapmyride and search for the area of town you are interested in. There are 64 pages of routes mapped in Kansas.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-30-08, 07:19 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 8,167
Posted By medicmike

my wife came home with a bike from that place...I...

my wife came home with a bike from that place...I went right out and bought her a Trek and gave the ***mart bike to my mother in law....:lol:
Forum: Road Cycling
06-30-08, 07:11 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 3,017
Posted By medicmike

your supposed to wash them????

your supposed to wash them????
Forum: Introductions
06-26-08, 04:20 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 334
Posted By medicmike

LF, Do not apologize for what you ride! ...

LF,

Do not apologize for what you ride! Every little bit helps and every time you turn a crank you are making yourself stronger. My wife and I got rid of our second vehicle last week, a full...
Forum: Introductions
06-26-08, 04:04 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 203
Posted By medicmike

Welcome Andy, Check out the road forum as...

Welcome Andy,

Check out the road forum as that is where I have found alot of advise and answers to many questions. There are also regional discussions you may find useful.
Forum: Introductions
06-26-08, 04:01 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 272
Posted By medicmike

When I see vids like that I see plenty of job...

When I see vids like that I see plenty of job security for myself....
Forum: Commuting
06-23-08, 04:12 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 5,297
Posted By medicmike

I have no idea what it will look like in ten...

I have no idea what it will look like in ten years. I know what it looks like for me now...I have gotten rid of my F150 and we have one vehicle now. I currently drive 75 miles one way to work, I...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-22-08, 04:05 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,939
Posted By medicmike

Well I was about 12 miles out on the start of my...

Well I was about 12 miles out on the start of my ride today on a four lane divided highway with a 6 foot shoulder which I was on. I heard a car behind me hit the rumble strip on the edge of the...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-22-08, 03:48 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 740
Posted By medicmike

I will trade you some new toe clips for that...

I will trade you some new toe clips for that bike....
Forum: Introductions
06-22-08, 03:20 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 412
Posted By medicmike

I agree with the other posters. First step is a...

I agree with the other posters. First step is a physical from your physician, you want to ensure there are no problems that might creep up. After that start slow and keep the wheels turning. Age...
Forum: Introductions
06-22-08, 03:15 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 197
Posted By medicmike

Welcome Baboo, I am about an hour south of...

Welcome Baboo,

I am about an hour south of you. I plan on doing some touring on the Katy and have read about the Natchez Trace. I am originally from the Baton Rouge area and would like to get...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-19-08, 10:08 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 727
Posted By medicmike

A head injury does not always and many times does...

A head injury does not always and many times does not result in death, however, IMHO I would prefer death to a persistant vegatative state.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-18-08, 09:30 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,256
Posted By medicmike

did I see you on intervention the other night?

did I see you on intervention the other night?
Forum: Mountain - Plains
06-14-08, 03:44 PM
Replies: 288
Views: 49,243
Posted By medicmike

you might try the kansas cyclist website. I...

you might try the kansas cyclist website. I believe they have links to clubs and rides. Good luck.
Forum: Mountain - Plains
06-12-08, 06:41 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 976
Posted By medicmike

Would you please keep your wind in Colorado??? ...

Would you please keep your wind in Colorado??? It is blowing 28 mph with gusts to 43. It never stops.
Forum: Introductions
06-12-08, 06:34 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,550
Posted By medicmike

:roflmao2: What you wear under your shorts is...

:roflmao2: What you wear under your shorts is nobodys business but yours and nobody will ever know unless you post on bf...oh wait...
Forum: Introductions
06-12-08, 06:29 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 312
Posted By medicmike

big box bike

Which one were you looking at on craigslist? I would stay away from the big box store bikes. They may look similar to what you would get at your LBS but the components are generally of a lower...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-11-08, 08:52 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 5,356
Posted By medicmike

haters

We complain about the cagers....we complain about the riders.....we can not have it both ways. At least he is not driving those 2 sweat free miles each day.....
Forum: Road Cycling
06-11-08, 08:48 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 678
Posted By medicmike

Spd

I use SPD and it took awhile to get the tension adjusted so that I could clip in and out properly. When I upgrade I am looking at the look type pedal. Let us know what you decide and how you like...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
06-11-08, 08:37 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,082
Posted By medicmike

Nice view

Constantrider: we do not have views like that in Kansas. We do have plenty of wheat, corn, and cows though.
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
06-11-08, 08:34 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,082
Posted By medicmike

Kansas

We have lots of dirt roads. Check out this ride. http://flinthillsdeathride.com/
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
06-11-08, 08:32 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 595
Posted By medicmike

Katy

Check the Katy website forums. I have seen comments that people have ridden their road bikes with smaller tires with no problems and that the trail sheds water well. Which direction are you going? ...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
06-11-08, 08:28 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,343
Posted By medicmike

Raam

Saw an article qouting Outside magazine as ranking the RAAM as the toughest endurance contest in the world. There is a time station in the town I live in and I look forward to cheering the racers...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-11-08, 07:14 PM
Replies: 4,978
Views: 234,702
Posted By medicmike

hard head

Here is my opinion: I have taken care of more victims of head injury who were not wearing a helmet vrs those that were and I have observed many more fatalities in car accidents who were not wearing...
Forum: Mountain - Plains
06-11-08, 07:07 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 678
Posted By medicmike

Raam

Anyone know where the time station in Ft Scott is?
Forum: Introductions
06-11-08, 06:59 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 312
Posted By medicmike

looking for a bike

You might try craigslist. Place an ad with what you are looking for and how much you are willing to spend and wait for the emails. I had good luck in getting my road bike that way.
Forum: Introductions
06-11-08, 06:56 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 231
Posted By medicmike

Welcome

Welcome to the forums! I have been a long time rider of my mountain bike (mainly on dirt roads) and last year finally bought a road bike. I live about an hour south of you on the kansas side. If...
Forum: Introductions
06-08-08, 05:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 222
Posted By medicmike

Welcome

Welcome to the forums! Your balance will come with practice. I am glad to see a helmet hanging off your bike! Did you get a chance to see any of the Tulsatuff race last weekend? I hear it was...
Forum: Introductions
06-08-08, 05:20 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 390
Posted By medicmike

Welcome

Welcome lawnmower man! I have made a point of riding with my 10 year old daughter several times a week. With our busy lives it is a way for us to bond and I find you can really learn alot on a 45...
Forum: Introductions
06-08-08, 05:18 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 175
Posted By medicmike

Welcome

Be safe out there! Be sure to invest in a quality helmet while your at it.
Forum: Introductions
06-08-08, 05:16 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 281
Posted By medicmike

Hello

Welcome Claire!

In some ways the high gas prices are having a positive effect on our country with more people getting off their rears and getting back on a bike. My wife and I had to drive 180...
Forum: Introductions
06-08-08, 05:14 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 196
Posted By medicmike

Welcome

Welcome Leo,

I too have a Trek 4500 that has lasted me for several years. Just a little cleaning and lube and it should give you years of fun. Good luck and welcome.
Forum: Introductions
05-27-08, 05:36 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 235
Posted By medicmike

What brand

What model of DVO? I am also looking to upgrade.
Forum: Introductions
05-27-08, 05:34 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 168
Posted By medicmike

Good luck in your races. I am new to road biking...

Good luck in your races. I am new to road biking this year and am amazed at how fast my strength and stamina have improved over the past few months. You can find out about anything you need to know...
Forum: Introductions
05-27-08, 05:30 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 293
Posted By medicmike

I too was on a budget and posted an ad on...

I too was on a budget and posted an ad on Craigslist listing what I was looking for and had multiple replies. I got a good bike for $1500 less than it cost. When I was looking I knew I wanted a...
Forum: Introductions
05-27-08, 05:26 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 197
Posted By medicmike

welcome to the boards. I too have transitioned...

welcome to the boards. I too have transitioned from mtb to road bike and am riding a Specialized allez. I would like to get another bike but my wife says no more. This board is a good resource for...
Forum: Mountain - Plains
05-27-08, 05:23 PM
Replies: 288
Views: 49,243
Posted By medicmike

Need a riding partner: I live in Fort Scott and...

Need a riding partner: I live in Fort Scott and am looking for someone to join me on training rides. I am riding solo now. I usually ride the road bike 20-40 miles and also have a mountain bike...
Forum: Southwest
05-23-08, 08:12 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 764
Posted By medicmike

Grand Lake

I work in Miami but live in Kansas and have not done any riding around the lake. I was looking for a good ride in that area and found a ride called the damjam. Google it they had some good routes...
Forum: Mountain - Plains
05-05-08, 04:07 PM
Replies: 288
Views: 49,243
Posted By medicmike

I am in Fort Scott and usually ride solo. Give...

I am in Fort Scott and usually ride solo. Give me a shout when your in town and I can show you some good rides in Bourbon county.
Forum: Mountain - Plains
05-05-08, 04:04 PM
Replies: 288
Views: 49,243
Posted By medicmike

Training for hills

This is to the previous post. The guy riding in Cali probably trained for the hills by riding into our constant wind from the south at 20-30 mph. I just did a ride this morning and the wind was a...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-05-08, 04:45 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,972
Posted By medicmike

China

Would a frame built in China with all the lead they put in everything be much heavier than a comparible frame built in the US?
Forum: Utility Cycling
02-26-08, 04:39 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 4,266
Posted By medicmike

little late

I am a little late reading this blog but here is my two cents..

#1 living in SE Kansas I see first hand the effects of the ethanol craze. It used to be that driving down the highway you saw...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-25-08, 09:32 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,611
Posted By medicmike

Good bike

I recently got into road biking after riding a Trek mountain bike (mainly on the roads) for a few years. I have to tell you that when I first started thinking about getting a road bike the first...
Forum: Introductions
02-25-08, 09:10 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 410
Posted By medicmike

Trailer

E.H.

Did you build your trailer? I am looking for a way to transport groceries, etc and am not sure if I want to go with a trailer or something else. Alot of the trailers for pulling children...
Forum: Introductions
02-24-08, 06:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 410
Posted By medicmike

me a bad human too

I checked out your blog and found it interesting. I have also been thinking about ways to reduce my impact. If you have not already, you might check out the xtracycle. It may be something you can...
Forum: Mountain - Plains
02-22-08, 09:50 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,027
Posted By medicmike

Katy

I have also thought about this ride. I have read several bike journals where people have praised the trail. I hear that the grit is hard on your chain/gears but for the most part most of what I...
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