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Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
12-29-22, 01:33 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 639
Posted By z3px

Catchup on 2022 and preview for 2023?

I haven't followed pro cycling since like 2014-2015 and I'm wanting to try and follow this coming year (2023). Do you have any good 2022 season summaries and 2023 previews? Any summaries of top teams...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
11-16-15, 12:00 PM
Replies: 17,819
Views: 1,462,080
Posted By z3px

90 minutes of an attempt at intervals...5min on...

90 minutes of an attempt at intervals...5min on zone 3-4, 1min off for most of the ride (after 10-15 minutes). Haven't put together any kind of formal plan yet...are there any generic "winter...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
11-08-15, 03:14 PM
Replies: 17,819
Views: 1,462,080
Posted By z3px

Cold. Rainy. Windy. 1.5 hour ride before...

Cold. Rainy. Windy. 1.5 hour ride before forgetting to cover my feet with something took its tole and turned in sooner than I wanted. Still getting over head cold. More snot ejection.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
11-07-15, 02:53 PM
Replies: 4,923
Views: 1,067,783
Posted By z3px

486734

486734
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
11-07-15, 01:06 PM
Replies: 17,819
Views: 1,462,080
Posted By z3px

Fighting a cold and raining heavily outside....

Fighting a cold and raining heavily outside. Sufferfest - Fight Club on the rollers made all the snot come out. Progress.
Forum: Winter Cycling
11-22-14, 06:31 AM
Replies: 234
Views: 178,860
Posted By z3px

This has been my reference guide for the past...

This has been my reference guide for the past several years for the start of the season. I should just print this post and laminate it on a card...The original is the 4th post in this thread.
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
09-21-14, 07:02 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,520
Posted By z3px

I also agree that it has a lot to do with the...

I also agree that it has a lot to do with the style of glasses. I wear a fairly narrow rectangular frame and I've noticed the same "neck-craning" when wearing my glasses. I recently raised my...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-11-13, 12:10 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,911
Posted By z3px

Hate to resurrect an old (old) thread, but I'm...

Hate to resurrect an old (old) thread, but I'm having the exact same issue with the same model shoe....Trek originally wouldn't do anything about it but the separation has become much much worse....
Forum: Road Cycling
10-17-13, 08:07 PM
Replies: 172
Views: 15,525
Posted By z3px

Fizik Aliante

Fizik Aliante
Forum: Road Cycling
10-17-13, 08:04 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,825
Posted By z3px

I have used the chro-mo Zeros for over a year and...

I have used the chro-mo Zeros for over a year and have no problems. I'm not competing, so the weight gain from the chro-mo spindles are negligible enough not to justify the additional cost. The black...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-17-13, 07:11 PM
Replies: 27,281
Views: 6,586,037
Posted By z3px

Hot.

Hot.
Forum: Commuting
09-04-13, 06:11 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,378,507
Posted By z3px

http://www.briandean.net/images/72fx.jpg Older...

http://www.briandean.net/images/72fx.jpg
Older Trek 7.2fx. Works well enough for a 20ml round trip commute, though the platform pedals are starting to become a little frustrating. Nashbar universal...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
07-26-13, 06:12 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 664
Posted By z3px

What part of South Carolina are you in? I had a...

What part of South Carolina are you in? I had a fitting done at the Great Escape in Greenville and it was "ok"...they actually didn't end up charging me as much as they quoted because there wasn't a...
Forum: Living Car Free
07-20-13, 09:02 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,667
Posted By z3px

I spent a few hours tooling around NYC yesterday...

I spent a few hours tooling around NYC yesterday using Citi bikes. It was my first time traveling to NYC and first time riding in traffic in a major city (I live in somewhat rural SC, with some...
Forum: Living Car Free
07-20-13, 08:43 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,645
Posted By z3px

My house was built in 1950 with a single car...

My house was built in 1950 with a single car garage which is probably even smaller than a single garage that would be built today. I've been able to squeeze a car or small pickup in the garage if...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-23-13, 06:39 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,143
Posted By z3px

I bought the 5.2. Got them down even a little bit...

I bought the 5.2. Got them down even a little bit more on the price. I've only taken it out on a ~20 mile maiden voyage, but it's sooooo nice. Going to flip it today and take the various...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-18-13, 02:09 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,143
Posted By z3px

2012 Madone 5.2 Vs. 2013 Madone 4.5

All,
I'm looking at a new 2012 Madone 5.2 Vs. 2013 Madone 4.5 and I've found both for about the same price, the 5.2 being about $100 more. The components on the 5.2 are better but I'm wondering if...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-01-13, 10:16 PM
Replies: 137
Views: 6,789
Posted By z3px

I did my first racea few weeks ago. I do a...

I did my first racea few weeks ago. I do a regular weekly group ride and have done several large charity events so I've spent time in a large pack. The result from first time racing? I got dropped...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-14-13, 12:13 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 4,833
Posted By z3px

$100 bucks - buy helmets when they go on sale at...

$100 bucks - buy helmets when they go on sale at various places...they often do.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-12-13, 04:59 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,296
Posted By z3px

Thanks all. I pretty much knew that a new bike...

Thanks all. I pretty much knew that a new bike wasn't going to be my deciding factor in keeping up with the pack. The thought of crashing doesn't keep me from wanting to race either. I just didn't...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-11-13, 07:36 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 7,205
Posted By z3px

So sorry for your loss.

So sorry for your loss.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-11-13, 01:55 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,296
Posted By z3px

All good points. I'll probably hold of on at...

All good points. I'll probably hold of on at least riding a new bike in early races....
Forum: Road Cycling
02-11-13, 12:40 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,296
Posted By z3px

That was kind of my plan before Saturday, but I'm...

That was kind of my plan before Saturday, but I'm probably feeling the "bike bug" more than anything...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-11-13, 12:29 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,296
Posted By z3px

That BMC is my answer... :) I looked at...

That BMC is my answer... :) I looked at competitive cyclist but overlooked that one...
I ride in casual groups every weekend, but there isn't a "fast" group around here (at least until the spring)....
Forum: Road Cycling
02-11-13, 12:15 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,296
Posted By z3px

First race -> new bike?

So I made my first attempt at racing this past Saturday. A 21 mile road race that left me dropping out pretty soon into it (for various reasons...mostly lack of strength and stamina...working on...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-02-13, 09:14 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,033
Posted By z3px

I'm also 5'11" and 56CM is the way to go - don't...

I'm also 5'11" and 56CM is the way to go - don't go bigger even if you can find a good deal....also learn to apply this rule to road cycling apparel...it's not worth getting a good deal on something...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-05-13, 04:19 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 2,999
Posted By z3px

Short 22m group ride today in the "warmest"...

Short 22m group ride today in the "warmest" morning in a few weeks at 35-40F. Does riding in the cold weather get easier when you do it more often?
Forum: Road Cycling
02-29-12, 06:24 AM
Replies: 3,116
Views: 534,839
Posted By z3px

239400 Lake's looking a bit rough after heavy...

239400
Lake's looking a bit rough after heavy rain.
Forum: Commuting
11-20-11, 10:45 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,406
Posted By z3px

I have an older 7.2 (2008 I think) and it's...

I have an older 7.2 (2008 I think) and it's great. I've had no problems with it and is very reliable. Comfortable and components work very well. The only thing I did was go with a skinnier tire. The...
Forum: Living Car Free
10-26-11, 06:02 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 3,674
Posted By z3px

I live in SC and prices are hovering around...

I live in SC and prices are hovering around $3.30-ish right now (I think it was 3.21 when I last bought gas a few days ago).
Forum: Road Cycling
10-16-11, 12:48 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 3,719
Posted By z3px

I'm basically in the same situation as you with a...

I'm basically in the same situation as you with a new baby, full time job, and bikes. I read and figure out on my own the things I need to do as they come up, rather than trying to learn how to...
Forum: Commuting
10-16-11, 12:30 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,108
Posted By z3px

My $.02 find. ...

My $.02 find.
http://www.missionworkshop.com/products/bike_shoes/womens.php
Forum: Commuting
10-06-11, 07:43 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 10,422
Posted By z3px

I debated the backpack vs. messenger vs. panniers...

I debated the backpack vs. messenger vs. panniers for the longest time. I ultimately decided on a Mission Workshop Rummy messenger and it’s worked very well for my 9 mile round trip. I would def...
Forum: Commuting
09-19-11, 10:18 AM
Replies: 5,293
Views: 196,371
Posted By z3px

Temps are starting to cool down here in the south...

Temps are starting to cool down here in the south which makes for some great riding. Commute this morning was a little chilly making me break out the long pants for he first time this year.
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-04-11, 07:37 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 546
Posted By z3px

Good point.

Good point.
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-04-11, 07:14 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 546
Posted By z3px

I think I'm going with a new frame. I don't know...

I think I'm going with a new frame. I don't know if I would trust myself with fiberglass since I have no experience with it. This is my first mountain bike (roadie) and I dont have much experience...
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-03-11, 03:54 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 546
Posted By z3px

Freebie safe to ride?

I got a 2007 (?) Trek 4300 for free on CL, the guy didn't want it any more and was just cleaning out. Brought it home and while I was tearing it down for a thorough clean I found this fairly large...
Forum: Commuting
05-31-11, 05:48 AM
Replies: 5,293
Views: 196,371
Posted By z3px

Mornings have been really humid here in the south...

Mornings have been really humid here in the south for the past few weeks. Even with a very decent temp the humidity will leave you finishing with a wet shirt, even on a <5 mile ride.
Forum: Living Car Free
11-25-10, 09:56 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,205
Posted By z3px

This sounds like a great Christmas!! I went...

This sounds like a great Christmas!!

I went to BFs in years past just to witness the spectacle of the thing and to say I was there. The nostalgia wears off rather quickly and you're left really...
Forum: Commuting
09-18-10, 02:36 PM
Replies: 7,649
Views: 302,292
Posted By z3px

Rode this entire week with amazing weather. Mid...

Rode this entire week with amazing weather. Mid 70s in the morning, low 80s in the evenings. I guess I'll be wishing for rain before too long because we're not supposed to be getting any for a long...
Forum: Commuting
09-18-10, 02:29 PM
Replies: 1,355
Views: 54,305
Posted By z3px

CCrew________________________7088.20 ...

CCrew________________________7088.20
JeffPoulin______________________6421 (8012 total)
buzzbee ______________________5120
Dschue5______________________4645 (9006 total)...
Forum: Living Car Free
08-14-10, 11:34 AM
Replies: 1,820
Views: 457,043
Posted By z3px

How many of you guys follow blogs like zen habits...

How many of you guys follow blogs like zen habits (http://www.zenhabits.net) and mnmlist (http://mnmlist.com/)? Wondering if there are any good ones out there like these that are a good source of...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-08-10, 11:52 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 675
Posted By z3px

Go to a shop and see if they have any previous...

Go to a shop and see if they have any previous year models. I was able to get a much better bike because it was last years model and was discounted pretty steep. LBS all the way though.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-27-10, 07:42 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,094
Posted By z3px

I got some Shimano A530 Dual Platforms last week...

I got some Shimano A530 Dual Platforms last week and love them thus far. Very high quality, good looks, and the platform is big enough to be comfortable.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-24-10, 05:10 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 612
Posted By z3px

Training for metric century

So there is a local ride in about a month that I'm wanting to participate in. This event has a 25 mile loop and a metric century. I've only been really riding for a few months, mostly back and forth...
Forum: Commuting
05-20-10, 09:34 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 12,085
Posted By z3px

A cheaper alternative to the above link (although...

A cheaper alternative to the above link (although very nice).
http://www.velo-orange.com/exsrtosh.html
Forum: Commuting
05-14-10, 09:20 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 4,565
Posted By z3px

I find it a lot more comfortable to ride on the...

I find it a lot more comfortable to ride on the road. I hate sidewalks in my area because they're not kept, they have seams every few feet, and your constantly riding up and down the bumps for...
Forum: Commuting
05-14-10, 08:59 PM
Replies: 1,355
Views: 54,305
Posted By z3px

JeffPoulin______________________3059 (3822 total)...

JeffPoulin______________________3059 (3822 total)
buzzbee ______________________2690 (2755 total)
paul2432______________________1996
scroca________________________1925.45...
Forum: Commuting
05-12-10, 08:18 AM
Replies: 7,649
Views: 302,292
Posted By z3px

Great ride this morning albeit a little slower...

Great ride this morning albeit a little slower due to woofing down whole wheat pancakes right before i left. Yummy but riding on a really full stomach kind of makes you feel like a slug.
Forum: Commuting
05-11-10, 05:47 PM
Replies: 7,649
Views: 302,292
Posted By z3px

Rode home this evening, perfect. Weather has been...

Rode home this evening, perfect. Weather has been perfect in upstate SC lately.
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