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Forum: Road Cycling
12-26-05, 01:16 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 454
Posted By -CM-

That is indeed a nice area to ride, although I...

That is indeed a nice area to ride, although I skip the over-crowded Solvang Century. The Windmill Century and the People Powered ride are two of my favorites, and I'm looking forward to them next...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-11-05, 12:54 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,286
Posted By -CM-

I'm no where near that figure, but here's a link...

I'm no where near that figure, but here's a link to the California Triple Crown Hall of Fame (http://www.caltriplecrown.com/Fame.htm#Overview) that is interesting. In order to get into it, one must...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-23-05, 08:36 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,079
Posted By -CM-

I've had one for quite a few months now, and have...

I've had one for quite a few months now, and have had no issues with it. It is a very versatile unit, so learning all of its functionality can be somewhat daunting. Since I figured out how to use the...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-25-05, 10:20 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 347
Posted By -CM-

You probably need a new battery.

You probably need a new battery.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-05-05, 05:00 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 8,614
Posted By -CM-

I prefer a hydrapak, especially if it's hot. I...

I prefer a hydrapak, especially if it's hot. I put large ice cubes (made with sandwich bags) in the bag, which is wrapped in insulation inside the pack. This stays cold for hours, and having the hose...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-05-05, 12:56 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,464
Posted By -CM-

Wow, nice post. I think I want to move to Boise.

Wow, nice post. I think I want to move to Boise.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-28-05, 10:36 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 696
Posted By -CM-

I've done that route 2 or 3 times, and really...

I've done that route 2 or 3 times, and really enjoy it. That Harrier airstrip (2nd to the last picture) is the smoooothest concrete you'll ever ride on. Once, just after we had crossed, they closed...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-19-05, 10:15 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 6,773
Posted By -CM-

Yerba Buena Rd.

Yerba Buena Rd.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-15-05, 06:56 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,500
Posted By -CM-

Once I tightened up my strap, mine works great...

Once I tightened up my strap, mine works great with no dropouts. In fact, others that I ride with sometimes pick up my signal. This generally freaks them out for a minute, because my normal working...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-14-05, 09:56 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,526
Posted By -CM-

Yes, it is indeed. I rode on it yesterday. The...

Yes, it is indeed. I rode on it yesterday. The route we take is to start at Encanto Park in Duarte, ride along Sierra Madre Blvd to GMR, then up to Glendora Ridge Rd out to Mount Baldy Village for...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-13-05, 11:16 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 667
Posted By -CM-

I don't think they compare, feature-wise. The...

I don't think they compare, feature-wise. The HAC4+ is more comparable to the Polar S725, which include the altimeter, temperature and heart rate functions, among others.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-11-05, 10:46 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,563
Posted By -CM-

Right. It's 4/12 miles of twisting, turning...

Right. It's 4/12 miles of twisting, turning climbing, with fantastic views of the mountains. The road has a fairly new surface on it, so it's a fun decsent on the way back down*. Up at the top is a...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-10-05, 08:55 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,563
Posted By -CM-

I live in Pasadena. Since you said that...

I live in Pasadena.

Since you said that you'd love to take a crack at some real hills, I'm assuming that you're not used to serious climbing. (?) If that's the case, the route you've come up with...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-08-05, 05:06 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,080
Posted By -CM-

That's strange. The link gets censored. It's...

That's strange. The link gets censored.

It's www planetultra.com with a . between www and planet


Here's what happens when it's typed in: www****anet

Why won't it allow <dot>pla?
Forum: Road Cycling
02-08-05, 05:36 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,049
Posted By -CM-

I'm not in a club, but my average climbing for my...

I'm not in a club, but my average climbing for my rides this year is 3,724' as measured by and Avocet VertecII and a CicloSport HAC4. Average distance is 46.5 miles. Speed is very slow, as I don't...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-07-05, 10:18 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,080
Posted By -CM-

I've done many centuries, and one of the best...

I've done many centuries, and one of the best routes around is the one on the Heartbreak Hundred (http://www****anetultra.com/heartbreak/100.html). Truly fantastic scenery. It's also a very...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-07-05, 11:32 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 578
Posted By -CM-

I've had this happen to me. It turned out to be a...

I've had this happen to me. It turned out to be a miniscule pin-prick hole caused by a strand of steel from auto tires. Feel the entire inside of the tire carefully to see if this is the problem.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-07-05, 10:58 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,526
Posted By -CM-

GMR is one of the best cycling roads in Southern...

GMR is one of the best cycling roads in Southern California. (It's the road shown in my avatar.) Just keep pedaling, and you'll make it to the top eventually. It's a loooong climb, but is incredibly...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-04-05, 10:00 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,461
Posted By -CM-

I have one of these. It's very difficult to read....

I have one of these. It's very difficult to read. The markings are very small and the bubble bounces around too much. Before I took it off completely, I put tape over the lower portion to eliminate...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-01-05, 08:45 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 2,859
Posted By -CM-

191 miles with 16,410 feet of climbing. (4 rides...

191 miles with 16,410 feet of climbing. (4 rides total)
Forum: Road Cycling
01-31-05, 10:33 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 970
Posted By -CM-

I do a version of that ride too. Let me suggest...

I do a version of that ride too. Let me suggest that you definitely use the bike path instead of 33. Everytime I've been on 33, the traffic has been terrible. The bike path is really nice. Also,...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-30-05, 06:14 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 970
Posted By -CM-

Thanks for the reply, but I was looking for the...

Thanks for the reply, but I was looking for the actual status of 150. I've read the Caltrans report, but was wondering if bicyclists can get through.

I rode 76 miles out in the Santa Monicas...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-30-05, 10:56 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 970
Posted By -CM-

Ojai/Santa Paul Riders: Hwy 150 Status?

Can anyone tell me the true status of Highway 150 between Santa Paula and Ojai (CA)? Can bicyclists get through?

What about the bike path between Ojai and Ventura? Is it clear enough to ride?
...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-25-05, 06:11 AM
Replies: 105
Views: 6,471
Posted By -CM-

I think it looks pretty good. You might...

I think it looks pretty good.

You might consider changing the angle of the banner on the body to match the angle of the sleeves. This would flow better, and create the illusion of a better...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-20-05, 11:11 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 468
Posted By -CM-

I have a HAC4 also. I see that you already...

I have a HAC4 also. I see that you already figured out your initial problem.

I second the recommendation to use the CicloTour software. Once you get going in it, it's fairly easy (or at least not...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-20-05, 05:51 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,514
Posted By -CM-

I have a slight twist to the requirements for...

I have a slight twist to the requirements for myself. I want to ride at least one ride per month that is either 100 miles or more long, or 10,000 or more feet of climbing. Sometimes a ride will meet...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-19-05, 10:53 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 433
Posted By -CM-

I have FD and a HAC4+, no interference problems.

I have FD and a HAC4+, no interference problems.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-18-05, 07:12 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,024
Posted By -CM-

Good job. I remember the first time I did the...

Good job. I remember the first time I did the Cornell Grade. After you've done it a few times, try turning left on Kanan, go about 1/2 mile and turn left onto Latigo Cyn. Go up and down, and up...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-13-05, 11:17 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 488
Posted By -CM-

I've ridden most of PCH between Topana Cyn and...

I've ridden most of PCH between Topana Cyn and Oxnard, and I just profiled it in Topo USA. There aren't any climbs more than 200'.

The hill you're talking about on the way to San Diego is Torrey...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-13-05, 09:19 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 5,157
Posted By -CM-

Absolutely. At least take it off for the...

Absolutely. At least take it off for the pictures. I can't believe it took 28 posts before someone mentioned this. LOL!

As for being excessive, I say it's not. But I have 5 very good bikes, so...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-10-05, 12:06 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,571
Posted By -CM-

I've accumulated a number of gadgets and software...

I've accumulated a number of gadgets and software for different metrics, and would recommend getting a good all-in-one, like the top-end Polar, or the Ciclosport HAC4+, which is what I have.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-10-05, 10:26 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 746
Posted By -CM-

Foes (mountain bikes) is in Pasadena.

Foes (mountain bikes) is in Pasadena.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-09-05, 01:54 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,614
Posted By -CM-

When I'm on the trainer for any period of time,...

When I'm on the trainer for any period of time, my mind goes numb. Seriously though, I find that I have to stand up periodically, just like real riding.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-04-05, 12:35 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,673
Posted By -CM-

A decent bike shop will be willing to change out...

A decent bike shop will be willing to change out parts on a new bicycle for you, and give you proper credit for the swapped parts.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-03-05, 11:49 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 983
Posted By -CM-

It took me 3 or 4 rides before I was completely...

It took me 3 or 4 rides before I was completely successful at capturing a ride's worth of data. The key is to press and hold both left side buttons until you hear a long beep. The little mountains...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-03-05, 01:13 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,870
Posted By -CM-

That commercial reminds me of Monty Python and...

That commercial reminds me of Monty Python and the Holy Grail. Really funny.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-01-05, 04:48 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 641
Posted By -CM-

I've done Solvang 2 or 3 times. In fact, it was...

I've done Solvang 2 or 3 times. In fact, it was the first century I ever did. To me, the wind is more of a factor than the hills. But overall, it's not really a difficult century, assuming you're in...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-20-04, 11:25 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,171
Posted By -CM-

Light weight and long running time.

Light weight and long running time.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-15-04, 08:32 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 693
Posted By -CM-

So you got it working, right? It works fine for...

So you got it working, right? It works fine for me on XP.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-14-04, 04:03 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 631
Posted By -CM-

I freak my riding partners out because my heart...

I freak my riding partners out because my heart rate goes above 190 during efforts, and usually hovers around 180-ish on climbs. I'm 44, not at all overweight, and pretty fit. I don't think you can...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-10-04, 12:44 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 5,098
Posted By -CM-

LOL! Thanks for the crack-up!

LOL! Thanks for the crack-up!
Forum: Road Cycling
12-09-04, 01:08 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,707
Posted By -CM-

I have a 2003 Zurich built up DA components. If I...

I have a 2003 Zurich built up DA components. If I was forced to choose which one of my 5 bikes to keep, I'd really be torn between the Zurich and my Merlin. (Well, not that torn, but I do like the...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-09-04, 12:45 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 663
Posted By -CM-

One of my favorite areas to ride. Turn right...

One of my favorite areas to ride.
Turn right onto Placerita Cyn Rd as you leave the Ranch. Ride 4.4 miles to the intersection of Sand Cyn. Turn right. This turns into Little Tujunga Canyon Rd. You...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-02-04, 07:22 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 482
Posted By -CM-

Not too many miles for me having ridden only 4...

Not too many miles for me having ridden only 4 rides: 182.9 with 14875' of climbing.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-23-04, 10:48 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 476
Posted By -CM-

http://www.loosescrews.com/index.cgi?d=single&c=Ti...

http://www.loosescrews.com/index.cgi?d=single&c=Tire/Tube&sc=Valve&tc=&item_id=LS-1054UP&id=564037117666
Forum: Road Cycling
11-22-04, 09:29 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 7,336
Posted By -CM-

I completely agree that worth is relative. I've...

I completely agree that worth is relative. I've had people tell me that a Sears bike serves the same purpose as any of my high-dollar bikes (don't even get started on why I "need" 5 of them.)

I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-19-04, 12:21 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,602
Posted By -CM-

Here's some research: ...

Here's some research:

http://www.snopes.com/toxins/bottles.asp
Forum: Road Cycling
11-17-04, 11:55 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,014
Posted By -CM-

Another good New Year's Day ride is Angeles Crest...

Another good New Year's Day ride is Angeles Crest Highway from La Canada to Mount Wilson. It can be a bit nippy up there, but the view from the top is almost always fantastic.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-17-04, 12:37 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,334
Posted By -CM-

http://www.excelsports.com/image200/Tacx%20Tao%20W...

http://www.excelsports.com/image200/Tacx%20Tao%20Water%20Bottle%20Cage.jpg
One of my bikes has these Tacx cages. They work extremely well, but they don't actually grip the bottles. This makes it...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-16-04, 12:04 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,694
Posted By -CM-

Here's a shot of Little Tujunga Canyon Road,...

Here's a shot of Little Tujunga Canyon Road, taken from the road going up to Bear Divide fire station. Hard to believe that downtown LA is only about 15 miles away.
...
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