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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-22-09, 12:39 PM
Replies: 205
Views: 21,585
Posted By Syrupmaker

I got my replacement saddle right before BRAG. ...

I got my replacement saddle right before BRAG. We rode 365 miles that week and I probably have 400 miles on it now. The replacement seemed stiffer with a larger cutout in the middle. I had no butt...
Forum: Southeast
06-15-09, 04:14 AM
Replies: 4,826
Views: 459,514
Posted By Syrupmaker

We just finished the week long BRAG. This years...

We just finished the week long BRAG. This years ride started in Hiawassee, Ga then Dahalonaga, Cornelia, Athens, Elberton, Washington, and finished in Savanah Lakes resort in South Carolina. The...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-25-09, 04:37 AM
Replies: 205
Views: 21,585
Posted By Syrupmaker

I have not felt or noticed any loss of speed or...

I have not felt or noticed any loss of speed or power, but I am not racing, more riding long distance. The comfort more than makes up for any possible loss especially 2-3 hours into a ride. I am...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-24-09, 07:41 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,948
Posted By Syrupmaker

I have the Ultimate stand too and the plastic...

I have the Ultimate stand too and the plastic coating began cracking off on the frame clamp. They sent me new parts quickly for the repair and its as good as new. Love this stand and the company...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-12-09, 04:43 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,262
Posted By Syrupmaker

That is a beautiful rural area that has not been...

That is a beautiful rural area that has not been developed too much. I have family in a small town of Beaver in Pike county. It has always amazed my how little people live in such a beautiful area....
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-10-09, 07:55 PM
Replies: 205
Views: 21,585
Posted By Syrupmaker

I have around 250 miles on my new Selle so far. ...

I have around 250 miles on my new Selle so far. On a 50 mile ride this week end my riding buddies were complaining about their butts hurting and I really had no issues at all. They became real...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-03-09, 08:42 PM
Replies: 205
Views: 21,585
Posted By Syrupmaker

I put 30 miles on it Saturday and 56 miles today....

I put 30 miles on it Saturday and 56 miles today. I did loosen it a half turn on the long ride today. My riding buddies were complaining about their tails but I was very comfortable with the Selle....
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-01-09, 10:04 PM
Replies: 205
Views: 21,585
Posted By Syrupmaker

I have had mine for about at week now. I have...

I have had mine for about at week now. I have about 50 miles on it so far. I have not been on any rides over 25 miles with it yet, but it is more comfortable than any other saddle I've tried...
Forum: Southeast
04-26-09, 08:28 PM
Replies: 4,826
Views: 459,514
Posted By Syrupmaker

51 miles Saturday then 28 today. Weather is...

51 miles Saturday then 28 today. Weather is warming up to near 90. Summer has arrived!
Forum: Southeast
04-19-09, 07:11 PM
Replies: 4,826
Views: 459,514
Posted By Syrupmaker

29 miles this morning with 3 friends.

29 miles this morning with 3 friends.
Forum: Southeast
04-18-09, 12:43 PM
Replies: 4,826
Views: 459,514
Posted By Syrupmaker

Cool start 45 degrees this morning but warmed up...

Cool start 45 degrees this morning but warmed up nicely. My buddy Larry and I rode 50 miles averaged 13.5 mph.
Forum: Southeast
04-14-09, 08:14 PM
Replies: 4,826
Views: 459,514
Posted By Syrupmaker

Rode solo after work today in strong winds again....

Rode solo after work today in strong winds again. I thought March was the windy month. 2 more inches of rain Monday. 32 miles.
Forum: Southeast
04-12-09, 07:49 AM
Replies: 4,826
Views: 459,514
Posted By Syrupmaker

45 miles yesterday on a windy but warm 80 degrees...

45 miles yesterday on a windy but warm 80 degrees afternoon. Averaged 15.4 mph.
Forum: Southeast
04-08-09, 07:58 PM
Replies: 4,826
Views: 459,514
Posted By Syrupmaker

Did a solo ride today. Wind was less than it was...

Did a solo ride today. Wind was less than it was and warmed up nicely. 28 miles avg 15 mph. Fought the wind going out and had it on my back coming in. That was nice. Thomasville GA is real close...
Forum: Southeast
04-06-09, 07:57 PM
Replies: 4,826
Views: 459,514
Posted By Syrupmaker

I don't think I've ridden in more wind than there...

I don't think I've ridden in more wind than there was today. 25 miles with lots of effort.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-05-09, 08:38 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 19,791
Posted By Syrupmaker

Some rims are deep especially carbon wheels which...

Some rims are deep especially carbon wheels which need that long stem. You can buy them in different lengths if you need a shorter one. I flatted one day last yr and put a new tube in and the stem...
Forum: Southeast
04-05-09, 08:28 PM
Replies: 4,826
Views: 459,514
Posted By Syrupmaker

Finally got caught in the rain today. Half the...

Finally got caught in the rain today. Half the ride was wet pouring rain. Shoes need to have drain holes in them. We got in 38 miles. One of our riders lost his rear wheel on a blind hill. We...
Forum: Southeast
04-04-09, 09:57 PM
Replies: 4,826
Views: 459,514
Posted By Syrupmaker

A beautiful sunny day for a ride. 36 miles today...

A beautiful sunny day for a ride. 36 miles today with my riding buddies.
Forum: Southeast
04-03-09, 09:05 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 558
Posted By Syrupmaker

Since last Thursday we have had 15 inches of rain...

Since last Thursday we have had 15 inches of rain in SW GA. Schools closed today. Many roads have water over them in the low spots, even the 4 lane highway 84 was closed at a creek bridge. Today...
Forum: Southeast
04-03-09, 08:58 PM
Replies: 4,826
Views: 459,514
Posted By Syrupmaker

Rode a little while after work. No rain for a...

Rode a little while after work. No rain for a change. We ended up with 15 inches for the week. Water is everywhere. 20 miles today. 48 for the month, 1365 for the yr. 80 degrees and sunny for...
Forum: Southeast
04-03-09, 04:50 AM
Replies: 4,826
Views: 459,514
Posted By Syrupmaker

It has been flooding down here. Over 11 inches...

It has been flooding down here. Over 11 inches since last Thursday. No lie! I got in a quick 28 solo miles Wednesday and started a light rain again about a mile from my home. Riding in the rain...
Forum: Southeast
03-30-09, 08:33 PM
Replies: 4,826
Views: 459,514
Posted By Syrupmaker

Did another solo ride today. Much warmer and...

Did another solo ride today. Much warmer and less wind. 33 miles. Rain supposed to be coming back Wednesday and Thursday.
Forum: Southeast
03-29-09, 07:44 PM
Replies: 4,826
Views: 459,514
Posted By Syrupmaker

Rains finally stopped and the sky's cleared for a...

Rains finally stopped and the sky's cleared for a beautiful sunny day. Had to dig back out the winter clothes as it was 47 degrees and windy. Had a good solo ride of 43 miles. Felt good to get...
Forum: Southeast
03-28-09, 03:27 PM
Replies: 4,826
Views: 459,514
Posted By Syrupmaker

No rides lately. Been raining for he last 3...

No rides lately. Been raining for he last 3 days. We really need the rain as it was very dry down here. Hope for a nice day Sunday.
Forum: Southeast
03-25-09, 08:41 PM
Replies: 4,826
Views: 459,514
Posted By Syrupmaker

Rode with my diehard riding buddy Larry for 32...

Rode with my diehard riding buddy Larry for 32 miles today in 12 mph winds. At least it wasn't cold. Wind was out of the south so we tried to go east then west but couldn't stay out of it.
Forum: Southeast
03-14-09, 07:08 PM
Replies: 4,826
Views: 459,514
Posted By Syrupmaker

Three of us rode today. Thought it was going to...

Three of us rode today. Thought it was going to rain but never did sun even came out later. Started out cool, wind was up all day. Longest ride of the yr so far for us 51 miles Building up slowly.
Forum: Southeast
03-11-09, 08:04 PM
Replies: 4,826
Views: 459,514
Posted By Syrupmaker

36 miles after work today. 78 degrees today. It...

36 miles after work today. 78 degrees today. It feels good to be warm again. We went through the country side. Not much planting going on yet. Saw mostly cows.
Forum: Southeast
03-09-09, 09:20 PM
Replies: 4,826
Views: 459,514
Posted By Syrupmaker

Five of us rode today after work. Close to 80. ...

Five of us rode today after work. Close to 80. More time now so we got in 35 miles. Love this weather. We are getting ready for a hilly BRAG in June.
Forum: Southeast
03-07-09, 08:01 PM
Replies: 4,826
Views: 459,514
Posted By Syrupmaker

40 miles on a wonderful day in the mid 70's. ...

40 miles on a wonderful day in the mid 70's. Actually got hot but I'm not complaining. Had to dodge some locals drag racing on a 2 lane road. We wondered why folks were lined up on each side of...
Forum: Southeast
03-05-09, 09:23 PM
Replies: 4,826
Views: 459,514
Posted By Syrupmaker

31 miles after work in 68 warmer degrees here SW...

31 miles after work in 68 warmer degrees here SW GA. Supposed to be near 80 over the week end. :)
Forum: Southeast
03-03-09, 08:52 PM
Replies: 4,826
Views: 459,514
Posted By Syrupmaker

It was another cold day here in the deep south. ...

It was another cold day here in the deep south. Strong icy wind made for 27 miles of torture. Supposed to be warming up by the week end though.
Forum: Southeast
03-02-09, 09:08 PM
Replies: 4,826
Views: 459,514
Posted By Syrupmaker

No snow here but saw it coming down on the way...

No snow here but saw it coming down on the way back from Atlanta yesterday. 25 miles with the guys after work today. 55 degrees not bad.
Forum: Southeast
02-27-09, 09:11 PM
Replies: 4,826
Views: 459,514
Posted By Syrupmaker

I got in about 23 after work too. South wind 12...

I got in about 23 after work too. South wind 12 mph. Was 77 degrees though. Rain and storms coming tomorrow. Tornado's hit near our home last week.
Forum: Southeast
02-25-09, 08:53 PM
Replies: 4,826
Views: 459,514
Posted By Syrupmaker

30 Monday and 30 today after work. More light =...

30 Monday and 30 today after work. More light = more time to ride. :)
Warming up too!!
Forum: Southeast
02-22-09, 03:08 PM
Replies: 4,826
Views: 459,514
Posted By Syrupmaker

23 miles this morning just to get the kinks out. ...

23 miles this morning just to get the kinks out. It was kinda cold in the 50's and windy.
Forum: Southeast
02-22-09, 07:34 AM
Replies: 4,826
Views: 459,514
Posted By Syrupmaker

Sun was shining Saturday. Wind close to 10 mph...

Sun was shining Saturday. Wind close to 10 mph and a cold nip in the air. Saw more cyclist out yesterday enjoying the countryside. We ended up with 41 miles.
Forum: Southeast
02-16-09, 08:42 PM
Replies: 4,826
Views: 459,514
Posted By Syrupmaker

Rode with my riding buddies after work. We got...

Rode with my riding buddies after work. We got in 27 miles. Windy and starting to cool down again. Laid off for 3 days felt good to ride again.
Forum: Southeast
02-11-09, 08:53 PM
Replies: 4,826
Views: 459,514
Posted By Syrupmaker

21 miles after work in horendous 15 mph winds and...

21 miles after work in horendous 15 mph winds and higher gusts. At least it wasn't cold. What a workout though.
Forum: Southeast
02-09-09, 10:11 PM
Replies: 4,826
Views: 459,514
Posted By Syrupmaker

In the 70's today. Did 24 miles solo after work....

In the 70's today. Did 24 miles solo after work. Had 3 days off to visit family over the week end in Atlanta. Good to be warm again.
Forum: Southeast
02-05-09, 09:57 PM
Replies: 4,826
Views: 459,514
Posted By Syrupmaker

18 miles after work. Froze to death. Couldn't...

18 miles after work. Froze to death. Couldn't put enough on. Even my thighs were cold in windproof tights. Feet like ice cubes. It was 17 last night. Brrrr!! 70 by Sunday.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-02-09, 09:40 PM
Replies: 192
Views: 8,627
Posted By Syrupmaker

1956-1964 Oregon, Ohio 1965-1969 Louisville, Ky...

1956-1964 Oregon, Ohio
1965-1969 Louisville, Ky
1970-1972 Simsbury, Ct
1972-1974 Atlanta, GA
1974-1976 Brevard, NC
1977-1978 Athens, GA
1978- Madison, GA
1979- Aberdeen, MS
1979-2009 Cairo, GA
Forum: Southeast
02-02-09, 09:21 PM
Replies: 4,826
Views: 459,514
Posted By Syrupmaker

Rode solo down past the Ochlocknee River and back...

Rode solo down past the Ochlocknee River and back 26 miles after work. Cold is blowing in tonight.
Forum: Southeast
02-01-09, 07:35 PM
Replies: 4,826
Views: 459,514
Posted By Syrupmaker

Rode with 2 of my older riding buddies. (64,72) ...

Rode with 2 of my older riding buddies. (64,72) We rode down by the Ochlockonee River. Nice afternoon got in 30. May have been the best day for riding for a while as weather is expected to get...
Forum: Southeast
01-31-09, 09:08 PM
Replies: 4,826
Views: 459,514
Posted By Syrupmaker

the real question is - did you carry that brick...

the real question is - did you carry that brick with you?[/QUOTE]

Yea it's the old curb trick. You got it down to a science. No I didn't carry it that's in my front yard.
26 miles today with...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-27-09, 08:30 PM
Replies: 490
Views: 28,174
Posted By Syrupmaker

Horticulturalist for Monrovia Nursery Company

Horticulturalist for Monrovia Nursery Company
Forum: Road Cycling
01-26-09, 09:58 PM
Replies: 336
Views: 34,690
Posted By Syrupmaker

Merlin Solis for long comfortable rides. Can't...

Merlin Solis for long comfortable rides. Can't beat the feeling.
http://i39.tinypic.com/2dkmqx.jpg
Forum: Southeast
01-25-09, 02:42 PM
Replies: 4,826
Views: 459,514
Posted By Syrupmaker

Thanks for showing me how to post a picture. It...

Thanks for showing me how to post a picture. It wasn't bad at all. After riding BRAG last yr on those shake and bake roads I needed something different. Found the Merlin on Roadbike Review for...
Forum: Southeast
01-25-09, 10:33 AM
Replies: 4,826
Views: 459,514
Posted By Syrupmaker

http://i44.tinypic.com/invnkn.jpg I am just...

http://i44.tinypic.com/invnkn.jpg

I am just testing to see if I could post a picture.
Forum: Southeast
01-25-09, 07:53 AM
Replies: 4,826
Views: 459,514
Posted By Syrupmaker

Got out with the local guys yesterday morning for...

Got out with the local guys yesterday morning for 37 miles. Cool but not cold.
Forum: Southeast
01-22-09, 09:10 PM
Replies: 4,826
Views: 459,514
Posted By Syrupmaker

I got in 25 miles after work today. Still cool...

I got in 25 miles after work today. Still cool in the 50's but weather much improved.
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