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Forum: Commuting
11-06-09, 12:15 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 996
Posted By DenveScubaSteve

Agreed, on the way home I encountered one suicide...

Agreed, on the way home I encountered one suicide rabbit and a goose who thought that he/she was bigger and better than a bicycle. I've also been getting attacked by bugs too.
Just a few weeks left...
Forum: Commuting
11-05-09, 12:04 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 996
Posted By DenveScubaSteve

First no need, in fact it may be a little slow as...

First no need, in fact it may be a little slow as I increase the tire pressure a little which in turn would increase the diameter ever so slightly. I also manually adjusted the speedo. I trust it...
Forum: Commuting
11-05-09, 12:00 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 996
Posted By DenveScubaSteve

Yeah, I would of called into work sick if that...

Yeah, I would of called into work sick if that happened. Sadly, it never does...
Anybody else get chased by supermodels?
Forum: Commuting
11-05-09, 11:10 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 996
Posted By DenveScubaSteve

Which is Worse

Ok, bad morning..

Which is worse
1) Being chased by a dog
2) Pedal strike
3) Pedal strike while being chased by mans best friend :(

On the plus side, I never new my trusty old Cannondale...
Forum: Commuting
09-23-09, 07:50 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,309
Posted By DenveScubaSteve

Good Good. Keep it up guys there really isn't a...

Good Good. Keep it up guys there really isn't a lot of information out there about attaching lights to racks.

My rack does have a tail light holding place. Now off to get a new light and mount it...
Forum: Commuting
09-22-09, 02:07 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,309
Posted By DenveScubaSteve

Mounting a tail light on a rack

Hey All,

Last week I installed a tailight, YEAH!, I tried to rig it up on the rack but no luck.
The first time I go out using it, I stop get off to go turn it off, and , DANG IT! it's gone. ...
Forum: Commuting
09-11-09, 02:37 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 511
Posted By DenveScubaSteve

Dang Recumbents!

Why do they have to be soo fast...
They make me how much faster my commute could be. :p
Forum: Road Cycling
09-09-09, 12:38 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 30,570
Posted By DenveScubaSteve

+1 also check out your lbs, they may be able to...

+1 also check out your lbs, they may be able to provide a fitting at a much lower cost.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-09-09, 09:56 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 30,570
Posted By DenveScubaSteve

Generally you can do to things to the saddle. ...

Generally you can do to things to the saddle.
1) Move the seat back, this will put more strain on the quads and take it off the hams. For Triathletes they tend to move the set forward to use more of...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-04-09, 02:17 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 32,449
Posted By DenveScubaSteve

Installed a washer this past weekend, with a...

Installed a washer this past weekend, with a little negotiating. This took care of the slight movement on the hanger. There is still some play in the cage but it is acceptable for this price of a...
Forum: Mountain - Plains
09-04-09, 01:39 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 667
Posted By DenveScubaSteve

Good Bike Shop for Shoes in Denver?

I am looking a getting some MTB/Touring Shoes to go with my Ritchey SPD pedals.
I just got the pedals used and need some cleats and shoes.

Any idea of a good lbs/store that has good deals on...
Forum: Commuting
09-03-09, 01:15 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,796
Posted By DenveScubaSteve

+2 :thumb:

+2 :thumb:
Forum: Road Cycling
09-03-09, 11:17 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,629
Posted By DenveScubaSteve

By wife has bigger calves then I do however I...

By wife has bigger calves then I do however I have bigger upper legs (Hams/Quads) then she does.

Go figure...

I do remember reading something about Genetics and Calves. Who cares, make your...
Forum: Mountain - Plains
09-01-09, 02:23 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,242
Posted By DenveScubaSteve

All of these seem pretty sweet. I may need to go...

All of these seem pretty sweet. I may need to go give Magnolia a try, Do you park in Boulder and ride from there? It looks to only be a 9 mile ride if you leave from boulder.
18 miles round trip...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-01-09, 02:18 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 871
Posted By DenveScubaSteve

Yeah, just took this and added to my signature!...

Yeah, just took this and added to my signature! Thanks Hairnet

As for wearing these, who cares, is anybody else going to notice?

On a side note: I just saw an older lady wearing the same shirt...
Forum: Mountain - Plains
08-28-09, 10:43 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,242
Posted By DenveScubaSteve

toporoute.com Linky...

toporoute.com Linky (http://www.toporoute.com/cgi-bin/bicycle.cgi?routeKey=KWFVAASUESBUFRG&calls=setNormalView,clearMetric,setFollowRoad,setRouteLocked)

Looks to be above 8%
Forum: Road Cycling
08-28-09, 09:35 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 650
Posted By DenveScubaSteve

So fast I break wind!! We'll I won't lie more...

So fast I break wind!! We'll I won't lie more like so slow. oh man sad panda. :(
Forum: Mountain - Plains
08-28-09, 09:29 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,242
Posted By DenveScubaSteve

Just found this website if anybody is interested:...

Just found this website if anybody is interested:
http://www.ucar.edu/eac/bike/steep.html
Forum: Mountain - Plains
08-28-09, 09:28 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,242
Posted By DenveScubaSteve

Thanks DJ, I remember reading about the...

Thanks DJ, I remember reading about the "DeathRide" in CA and wondered if we have any 12% grades.

Anybody know of any +12% grade in CO? I am sure we have them.. somewhere
Forum: Road Cycling
08-28-09, 09:24 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 650
Posted By DenveScubaSteve

Also, why is it that no matter what direction you...

Also, why is it that no matter what direction you turn the headwind goes with you. Give me a break, just for 20 mins COME ON!
Forum: Road Cycling
08-28-09, 08:28 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 650
Posted By DenveScubaSteve

It would have been great to go back down, but...

It would have been great to go back down, but sadly this was the way home. I went down in the morning, no tailwind :(
Forum: Training & Nutrition
08-28-09, 08:11 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 576
Posted By DenveScubaSteve

Hill Climbs weren't bad enough

So, those of you with kids...

What about hill climbs/training while pulling a trailer? (One or two kids in it)
You get the benefit of increased drag, and weight (about 75 more lbs.)
However, I...
Forum: Mountain - Plains
08-28-09, 08:02 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,242
Posted By DenveScubaSteve

Hills Climbs near Denver

Hey All,

I am looking for a hill above 7% grade that's longer than 3 miles.
Preferably close to Denver, Any suggestions?

Where do you all get you vigorous hill climbs in?

Thanks -...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-28-09, 07:52 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 650
Posted By DenveScubaSteve

What do you call a....

30 mph headwind and a 5% hill?


Suck-ville! :twitchy:

Seriously what a horrible thing.

Discuss...(??)
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-18-09, 12:47 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 32,449
Posted By DenveScubaSteve

Yeppers, That was my thought. It is...

Yeppers, That was my thought.

It is shifting pretty well, no main problems so I am just going to use it until I "want" to upgrade or it breaks.
Thanks for all your help!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-17-09, 08:36 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 32,449
Posted By DenveScubaSteve

Well, I took the derailer off today and found...

Well, I took the derailer off today and found nothing wrong with it.

It is still shifting well, so I am not sure what is going on.
I could file the bolt down to try to make it tighter or just...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-16-09, 11:30 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 32,449
Posted By DenveScubaSteve

That's what I am going to check out. I will take...

That's what I am going to check out. I will take the derailer off and see if there is anything wrong with it, but I am thinking that it may be one of the bushings.



I was going to try a washer...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-15-09, 06:56 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 32,449
Posted By DenveScubaSteve

I thought about it, but how about a video...

I thought about it, but how about a video instead!

Here's a link to the video of what is going on.
Youtube linky (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z1r3ugwxrhA)
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-15-09, 01:00 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 32,449
Posted By DenveScubaSteve

Precisely! The model is Shimano STX...

Precisely!




The model is Shimano STX its on my Cannondale M400.
The B-Tension screw looks to be seated correct. I will verify.
I am sure that the looseness is in the attachement and not...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-15-09, 12:44 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 32,449
Posted By DenveScubaSteve

Sorry for the confusion, These are good...

Sorry for the confusion, These are good questions, I just wasn't sure how to convey what I am seeing.

1) I do mean the former "The derailer is loose in the hanger"
2) The threads do not seem to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-15-09, 11:36 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 32,449
Posted By DenveScubaSteve

Rear derailleur movement on hanger

Hey all,

I am having a slight problem with my rear derailleur, it is not parallel to the gears. It's not horrible and still perfectly ride-able but I want to fix it before too much longer. My...
Forum: Commuting
07-10-09, 03:54 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,593
Posted By DenveScubaSteve

Ohhh good question, I anticipated it to be one way

Ohhh good question, I anticipated it to be one way
Forum: Commuting
07-10-09, 03:51 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,482
Posted By DenveScubaSteve

How many minutes is your commute?

Ok, for this poll I only want to know how many minutes it takes you to commute. (One Way)
Yes, I know many factors go into it but this is strictly time based.
I've created a separate thread for...
Forum: Commuting
07-10-09, 03:45 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,593
Posted By DenveScubaSteve

How many miles is your commute?

Ok, for this poll I only want to know how many miles you commute is (ONE WAY).
Yes, I know many factors go into it but this is strictly distance.
I am going to create another thread for time...
Forum: Introductions
07-06-09, 01:52 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 270
Posted By DenveScubaSteve

Shoutout from Denver well emm Thornton Colorado

Hey all!

I've been browsing around the forum the past few weeks and though that I might as well join up.
There is a ton of info on here and most of the main questions are answered!

I've been...
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