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Forum: Training & Nutrition
10-17-14, 02:12 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,883
Posted By mx22

Why not Wahoo KICKR and use your regular bike...

Why not Wahoo KICKR and use your regular bike with it?
Forum: Road Cycling
10-15-14, 01:15 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 7,327
Posted By mx22

I recently broke down and bought KICKR and use it...

I recently broke down and bought KICKR and use it with TrainerRoad. Would highly recommend both. I know some people can't stand riding trainers, but I personally don't really mind it that much (local...
Forum: Northeast
09-06-14, 12:51 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 5,243
Posted By mx22

Looks like this thread took on its own life;)...

Looks like this thread took on its own life;) Anyways, today I went for a ride on my normal route only to see a marathon about to start. Figured I don't want to be stuck in foot traffic, so I decided...
Forum: Northeast
08-30-14, 07:13 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 5,243
Posted By mx22

9W might be OK for people living in Manhattan,...

9W might be OK for people living in Manhattan, but for me its around 24 miles and 2+ hours away on a bike. Doing any kind of hard training and then facing 2 hours of riding back is not something I...
Forum: Northeast
08-29-14, 03:47 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 5,243
Posted By mx22

Thanks ChiroVette - I think this more or less...

Thanks ChiroVette - I think this more or less sums up my experiences so far...
Forum: Northeast
08-29-14, 11:56 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 5,243
Posted By mx22

I rode there a few times before I got fed up with...

I rode there a few times before I got fed up with sand by Plum beach... Main road (used by cars to get to the Aviator's parking) is nice and is probably long enough for 2-3 minutes intervals (at...
Forum: Northeast
08-29-14, 09:16 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 5,243
Posted By mx22

imike - problem is not in walking, but the amount...

imike - problem is not in walking, but the amount of sand that tends to get seemingly everywhere. Bike, shoes and me, all get full of sand and then I get to listen to my wife complain about the sand...
Forum: Northeast
08-28-14, 01:58 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 5,243
Posted By mx22

Thanks, I thought of Floyd Bennett field, but I...

Thanks, I thought of Floyd Bennett field, but I have to cross the 'sandy dunes' by Plum Beach and it keeps putting me off... And do they allow bicycles on Rockaway Point Blvd? I've crossed the Marine...
Forum: Northeast
08-28-14, 09:29 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 5,243
Posted By mx22

Training in NYC?

Hello,

I was wondering where/how people who live in NYC train on bikes? I find it hard/next to impossible to find a long stretch of even relatively empty road to do the intervals. There is plenty...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-21-14, 10:43 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 8,060
Posted By mx22

I was in the same boat as you are now in just...

I was in the same boat as you are now in just recently. Long story short, I did exactly what a salesperson told me to do when I was just buying my A1 Allez - he told me there was no reason to spend a...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-15-14, 08:56 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,198
Posted By mx22

Thanks guys! What's the PT's code that needs to...

Thanks guys! What's the PT's code that needs to be entered into the Garmin? Can't figure out where to get it. Might as well try it, though I think problem is in unit not waking up for whatever...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-15-14, 09:19 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,198
Posted By mx22

Problem Powertap pairing with either Garmin 510 or 310XT

Hi guys,

I've recently got a used set of Powertap wheels, but have a problem getting them connected to either my 510 or 310XT. Neither device can locate it. I can connect the 'cap' to my computer...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
08-13-14, 02:29 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,118
Posted By mx22

That's only the case if you use just the basic...

That's only the case if you use just the basic app. Add heart monitor and the calories you burned should be more or less accurate.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
08-13-14, 08:55 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,215
Posted By mx22

DCRainmaiker had a write up on how calories are...

DCRainmaiker had a write up on how calories are measured:
How calorie measurement works on Garmin fitness devices | DC Rainmaker...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-11-14, 12:16 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 930
Posted By mx22

Bad luck? How about two weeks in a row with a...

Bad luck? How about two weeks in a row with a flat back tire? First time I stopped, dropped the chain and replaced the tube. This Sunday when I got it flat again, I simply pumped air back into it as...
Forum: Northeast
07-31-14, 02:47 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,452
Posted By mx22

I don't need the pro fitting, but I do think I...

I don't need the pro fitting, but I do think I need at least some basic fitting done. I could always go back to LBS I bought my first bike from, but if there is someone else in the area more...
Forum: Northeast
07-31-14, 01:57 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,452
Posted By mx22

Sorry, not sure where it came through that I'm in...

Sorry, not sure where it came through that I'm in more need of a custom fit then anyone else, didn't try to imply that at all. Planning to get a new bike and will likely go about buying a used one or...
Forum: Northeast
07-31-14, 10:55 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,452
Posted By mx22

Bike fitting in NYC

Hello,

Any leads on a good bike fitter in NYC? Preferably in Brooklyn but other boroughs would do just fine. I did search the forums and it looks like Felix from R&A was recommended, but that was...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-28-14, 07:51 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,027
Posted By mx22

I hear you, but a good saddle will cost almost...

I hear you, but a good saddle will cost almost half of what the whole bike is worth now (around $300 according to bike blue book). Upgrading to 105 shifters and cassette will cost more then bike...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-28-14, 01:32 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,027
Posted By mx22

Upgrading entry level Allez - is it worth it?

Hello,

Back 3 years ago when I went to my LBS to buy my first road bike, store manager told me to get something relatively inexpensive and ride it for year or two to see if I'll stick around....
Forum: Road Cycling
07-25-14, 08:35 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,575
Posted By mx22

To be honest, I have no idea. I've had it for...

To be honest, I have no idea. I've had it for close to 3 years now and probably no longer have the original purchase receipt - I wouldn't expect any upgrade discounts. Bigger problem is deciding if...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-24-14, 10:15 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,575
Posted By mx22

Somewhat related question - I have 2010 Allez...

Somewhat related question - I have 2010 Allez Sport Double (mix of Sora and Tiagra components - looks like OP is looking for a variation of this same bike) and was wondering if it's worth upgrading...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
07-15-14, 06:13 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,536
Posted By mx22

Unfortunately no space for a trainer/rollers in...

Unfortunately no space for a trainer/rollers in my apartment, plus I doubt neighbors from the floor below would have really like that idea anyway. Have to do with what I have...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
07-15-14, 05:00 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,536
Posted By mx22

Thanks guys, I think I will bring it down a...

Thanks guys, I think I will bring it down a notch. I'll try staying mostly within Z2 and mix it up on occasion with some Z3. I'm training on a stationary bike in my gym - no hills, no wind, no bad...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
07-15-14, 06:21 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,536
Posted By mx22

The Time-Crunched Cyclist workout question

Hi guys,

I've recently bought the The Time-Crunched Cyclist and jumped on the Century training plan. I don't have a power meter, so going by my heart rate... Endurance (EM) intervals are outlined...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-10-14, 08:17 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,897
Posted By mx22

Just went ahead and purchased 2 pairs of LG Pro...

Just went ahead and purchased 2 pairs of LG Pro Feel bibs - $80 shipped for 2 pairs, just can't beat that price...

Chamois difference - I don't have much experience with different...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-09-14, 01:03 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,897
Posted By mx22

Would you use those LG's for rides (if we can...

Would you use those LG's for rides (if we can even call exercises on static spinners as that) of 1.5-2 hours?

So far I've tried Sugoi mountain biking shorts and an old pair of Castelli Podium bibs...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-08-14, 01:22 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,897
Posted By mx22

Nothing in my size, plus still a bit more then I...

Nothing in my size, plus still a bit more then I want to spend on "gym" bibs.

Nashbar has a sale on LG Pro Feel 2 bibs at $50 and Performance has a sale on last year's Castelly Velocissimo at $80...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-08-14, 07:14 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,897
Posted By mx22

Is there such a thing as good cheap bib shorts?

Hi guys,

I know it's probably a unicorn, but does anyone produce good quality bib shorts under $100? I've recently started to use bike trainers in my local gym, but don't want to wear my rather...
Forum: Northeast
07-02-14, 01:27 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,066
Posted By mx22

Define smooth sailing:) Emmons Ave between...

Define smooth sailing:) Emmons Ave between Nostrand and West End Ave can get really packed with people/cars this time of the year. On Neptune Ave - from Coney Island Ave to Ocean Pkwy is usually busy...
Forum: Northeast
03-21-11, 09:39 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,455
Posted By mx22

Thanks a lot for all of the responses! Tried the...

Thanks a lot for all of the responses! Tried the Verrazano route over the weekend; will do Prospect Park in the coming weeks.

Thank You!
Forum: Northeast
03-17-11, 09:57 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,455
Posted By mx22

Thanks a lot for the response! I guess I'll...

Thanks a lot for the response!

I guess I'll start with the path close to Verrazano and maybe venture out to Floyd Bennett Field a bit later. Is it still open though? I think you can only access...
Forum: Northeast
03-16-11, 01:38 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,455
Posted By mx22

NYC: Brooklyn newbie - got the bike, what's next?:)

Hi guys,

Last time I rode the bike was around 20 years ago and now I again have one:) Completely clueless what to do next... Ordered helmet and some warm gear from real cyclist and hope to start...
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