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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-29-08, 02:10 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,403
Posted By TitaniuMerlin

I'm pretty sure its not my saddle, though i'll...

I'm pretty sure its not my saddle, though i'll double check that. Based on direction of the sound and its pitch, when i lean down to listen to it closely, it seems to be originating in the BB area....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-29-08, 12:27 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,403
Posted By TitaniuMerlin

Its a Titanium Merlin Road bike. It only makes...

Its a Titanium Merlin Road bike. It only makes the noise when i'm moving. The noise continues when i stop pedaling and coast. If i lean down and pay close attention, it is definitely coming from the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-29-08, 11:08 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,403
Posted By TitaniuMerlin

No, its definitely coming from the BB area. Its...

No, its definitely coming from the BB area. Its more of a clanging noise...metal on metal, and occurs once-a-second or so - it does not vary due to my speed. Its not coming from a wheel but very low...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-29-08, 10:23 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,403
Posted By TitaniuMerlin

Bang Bang Bang

So i'm sure i've posted this before, but the problem still persists.

Whenever i go out on a ride, my bike makes a really annoying 'banging/clicking' type noise. At first i thought it might be the...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-08-08, 12:57 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 800
Posted By TitaniuMerlin

Being British (i wont get technical on you as far...

Being British (i wont get technical on you as far as my bloodline) I've always avoided 'American Condiments'. Don't do Mayo or Mustard or oil/vinegar or any other sort of dressing (on my sandwich)....
Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-08-08, 12:32 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 800
Posted By TitaniuMerlin

Yeah, don't want them to shrink. Powerade is my...

Yeah, don't want them to shrink. Powerade is my drink of choice when it comes to that...15g of Sugar (not sure how that compares to gatorade) but i am trying to limit my intake. I think it will help...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-08-08, 07:44 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 800
Posted By TitaniuMerlin

Recovery nutrition? You'll have to be more...

Recovery nutrition? You'll have to be more specific....not sure i know what you mean by that.

Today is my off day, but tomorrow and/or saturday I am going to aim for a 20+ mile ride.

What are...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-08-08, 07:39 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,692
Posted By TitaniuMerlin

As seen on my facebook page: "This is my...

As seen on my facebook page:

"This is my body and i can do whatever i want to it, i can push it, study it, tweak it, listen to it. Everybody wants to know what i'm on. What am i on? I'm on my bike...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-07-08, 08:25 AM
Replies: 133
Views: 9,116
Posted By TitaniuMerlin

I second Addidas T-Mobile Bibs - my favorite pair...

I second Addidas T-Mobile Bibs - my favorite pair right now and have been for a long time.
Forum: Southeast
05-06-08, 12:07 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 563
Posted By TitaniuMerlin

Apparently we're the only ones in the area. UCF...

Apparently we're the only ones in the area. UCF is on the FAAAAR side of town too. Story of my life....always on the wrong side of town...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-06-08, 06:49 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 800
Posted By TitaniuMerlin

Did same route last night. I think the wind was...

Did same route last night. I think the wind was blowing the other way though, since i easily maintained an 18 MPG average on the way out. The last few miles really sucked though, pretty decent...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-05-08, 08:36 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 800
Posted By TitaniuMerlin

Not a big chicken or fish fan. I like having a...

Not a big chicken or fish fan. I like having a schedule...which includes the food i eat. While not very varied, i know i'll like the food enough that it will make me full when i eat it. Had my...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-04-08, 07:02 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 800
Posted By TitaniuMerlin

Thanks for quick response Machka. Back in NJ...

Thanks for quick response Machka.

Back in NJ (rolling hills, some short steep climbs) i used to be able to ride with the A-Group through the hills. Once we hit the Great Swamp (ironic that i live...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-04-08, 06:36 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 800
Posted By TitaniuMerlin

Help me out...

So just like Cycling, getting back in shape is 90% mentality. (Well, i just made that up). Anyways...heres my spiel:

I'm 23 years old and am in the worst shape of my life. I'm 5'10" and in the...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-02-08, 11:15 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 402
Posted By TitaniuMerlin

I'm assuming, since the pain hasn't lessened at...

I'm assuming, since the pain hasn't lessened at all since yesterday, i might have strained some tendons or something in my ankle? Probably form shoe being too 'tight' as foot swelled, putting...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-01-08, 10:02 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 402
Posted By TitaniuMerlin

I had to wear the compression type when i play...

I had to wear the compression type when i play soccer (since thats how i injured it in the first place, and theres a lot more pressure on ankle playing soccer). I've ridden several times before...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-01-08, 09:23 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 402
Posted By TitaniuMerlin

Ankle Pain

So went on my first real ride in a long time last night, did about 12 miles or so. Feeling it today...soar rear and ankle pain. Now...thats something I haven't felt before...ankle pain. Two years ago...
Forum: Southeast
05-01-08, 09:18 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 563
Posted By TitaniuMerlin

Orlando-Area Roll Call?

I can't be the only Orlando-Area cyclist here, can I? Anyone else out there?

I'm based in Windermere - so anyone in Clermont is fair-game in this thread.

So...who's out there?
Forum: Commuting
05-01-08, 08:56 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 3,710
Posted By TitaniuMerlin

They're just pissed cus my HS (Pingry) always...

They're just pissed cus my HS (Pingry) always kicks their ass in sports!

Interesting, though, since my HS has a bike rack (i used it when i rode there) and its on a much busier road then...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
12-16-07, 07:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 853
Posted By TitaniuMerlin

Thanks for the suggestions. I do enjoy oatmeal -...

Thanks for the suggestions. I do enjoy oatmeal - usually put milk in it so i think water will be an easy substitute. Bit late for me to go out now and pick up those items - i love granola bars, don't...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
12-16-07, 05:17 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 853
Posted By TitaniuMerlin

A little help and motivation...

So i'm 22yrs old, 5'10" and somewhere around the 165lb mark. Body fat around 23% i believe, if not higher. Its been a month since i've been able to weigh myself. For various reasons including...
Forum: Southeast
12-09-07, 09:36 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,187
Posted By TitaniuMerlin

Finally here! Spent first night in new house last...

Finally here! Spent first night in new house last night, though no furniture other then beds so far. Also hijacking neighbors wireless since we don't have any of that set up yet.

Looking to scout...
Forum: Southeast
11-29-07, 11:31 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,187
Posted By TitaniuMerlin

Well I am officially here, though can't move into...

Well I am officially here, though can't move into the Windermere Home until Tuesday at best. Which means I am without internet most of the day too. Nice, warm weather so far, though Kissimme doesn't...
Forum: Southeast
11-25-07, 03:15 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,187
Posted By TitaniuMerlin

Hey! I'll have to see how things go, especially...

Hey! I'll have to see how things go, especially since i'm starting a new job on December 3rd! Not to mention i need to get back in shape. I will be driving down to Orlando on Tuesday, but the house...
Forum: Southeast
11-12-07, 09:10 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,187
Posted By TitaniuMerlin

I'll have to check out the trails you mentioned....

I'll have to check out the trails you mentioned. Would be nice to ride on smooth pavement w/o worry about vehicles. Looks like i'll mostly be riding westwards towards Clermont until i get more...
Forum: Southeast
11-11-07, 05:39 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,187
Posted By TitaniuMerlin

Thanks for the info! I take it the trailhead is...

Thanks for the info! I take it the trailhead is paved? I'm a roadie if you didn't know. The Google Map i looked at shows a lot of water. Saw the Windermere Roadies website and forum - lot of talk...
Forum: Southeast
11-11-07, 01:32 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,187
Posted By TitaniuMerlin

Yeah, not looking forward to the Summer. I plan...

Yeah, not looking forward to the Summer. I plan on starting small as far as mileage goes since it has been a while, and steadily work my way up. Getting out every other day is my plan, will have to...
Forum: Southeast
11-10-07, 07:28 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,187
Posted By TitaniuMerlin

Orlando/Windermere Area

Yep, I'm moving AGAIN. This time for good, with a job waiting for me, where I plan to be for at least the next two years. After that, who knows! But I am fat and out of shape right now due to a...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-09-07, 02:08 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 4,203
Posted By TitaniuMerlin

damocles, what part of SC are you in? I just went...

damocles, what part of SC are you in? I just went outside to grab the mail and came back sweating like i'd just ridden 20 miles! This heat is killer! I was thinking about going on a ride at 6 or 7 PM...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
08-08-07, 04:22 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 531
Posted By TitaniuMerlin

Nope. Hate Nascar. Recently moved to SC (SO/Grad...

Nope. Hate Nascar. Recently moved to SC (SO/Grad School)...the place i'd call home is 45 mins from NYC.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
08-08-07, 12:00 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 531
Posted By TitaniuMerlin

USA Cycling Pro Championships

...is in Greenville, SC...which is only a short, 28 mile drive away from me! I'm thinking of volunteering my services to the event (saying i dont have to qualify for anything special) either as a...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-26-07, 08:54 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,079
Posted By TitaniuMerlin

Not to mention that report says it happened...

Not to mention that report says it happened around noon - the sun would have been high in the sky and not in a 'blinding' spot. But the driver was elderly. Honestly, i think that once people hit a...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-25-07, 04:26 PM
Replies: 313
Views: 20,399
Posted By TitaniuMerlin

Seriously. This is all messed up. DISCO will have...

Seriously. This is all messed up. DISCO will have two podium finishers at this rate. I dont see any changes in top 10 positions over remaining tour. Time changes will be negligible. Expect them to...
Forum: Southeast
07-25-07, 10:30 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,944
Posted By TitaniuMerlin

Hey, Thanks for the replies! Greenwood...

Hey,

Thanks for the replies!

Greenwood is a bit out of range for me..Greenville would be closer and thats already an hour-long car ride with out traffic! I'll check out the CyberSpinners too -...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-24-07, 01:24 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,414
Posted By TitaniuMerlin

I wad under the impression that at the least, the...

I wad under the impression that at the least, the Tour Leader and Stage Winner were tested every day.
Forum: Southeast
07-24-07, 01:15 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,944
Posted By TitaniuMerlin

Central/Clemson, SC Riders?

Hey.

Recently moved to Central, SC (1 mile away from Clemson University) and was wondering if there were any area riders/rides?
Forum: Southeast
04-04-07, 06:43 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,082
Posted By TitaniuMerlin

Well i would rather have that then 70 degree...

Well i would rather have that then 70 degree weather yesterday, snow showers tomorrow, and 50 today! So while down there a cold front means 50 degree weather in April, it means snow showers here in...
Forum: Southeast
04-03-07, 08:21 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,082
Posted By TitaniuMerlin

Yeah...i'm fat and out of shape right now. Those...

Yeah...i'm fat and out of shape right now. Those guys could probably kick my ass riding with one leg! The weather so far this year has been HORRIBLE! Can normally ride consistantly after Spring Break...
Forum: Southeast
04-02-07, 03:29 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,082
Posted By TitaniuMerlin

Well its officially official. I'm moving to...

Well its officially official. I'm moving to Clemson, SC with the SO. Hopefully i can find a job! First year out of college and all. And hopefully the bike scene is pretty good. I can imagine with...
Forum: Mountain Biking
03-27-07, 09:09 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,381
Posted By TitaniuMerlin

I'm interested to see if they have such a tool....

I'm interested to see if they have such a tool. I'm out in Central PA (finally semester of undergrad school) and am driving 2 mins down the road to a bike shop. All the others seems to close at 4 or...
Forum: Mountain Biking
03-27-07, 08:49 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,381
Posted By TitaniuMerlin

So instead of starting another new thread about...

So instead of starting another new thread about Ghost Shifting, i've decided to hop onto this one. Despite the 4 years i've been riding a road bike, when it comes to fixing my road bike i might as...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-15-07, 10:36 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 446
Posted By TitaniuMerlin

Why does...

Why does God hate me? The last two days were 60 Degrees outside but i was unable to ride. I did give my bike a nice clean down, degreased and greased up the chain again thinking i would be able to...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
03-15-07, 08:52 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 795
Posted By TitaniuMerlin

I make tuna-salad just by cooking up pasta, then...

I make tuna-salad just by cooking up pasta, then mixing it in with Tuna, Spring-Onions, Celery, and Corn. Tastes pretty good, can be eaten hot or cold, and doesn't have any bad-things in it. I...
Forum: Southeast
03-13-07, 07:34 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,082
Posted By TitaniuMerlin

Clemson/Anderson, SC

So i know i posted in the Colorado thread earlier, but it turns out that the SO also got into Clemson University Grad School and has already been offered a lot of money etc to go there. She hasn't...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-02-07, 07:48 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 4,548
Posted By TitaniuMerlin

So he is only suing her now because he probably...

So he is only suing her now because he probably didnt follow his physical therapy properly? And he must be rather clumsy to break his collar bone crashing at 8 MPH...i crashed going 10 on my bike and...
Forum: Mountain - Plains
03-01-07, 05:17 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 913
Posted By TitaniuMerlin

Not much of an MTB-er i'm afraid...i'm strictly a...

Not much of an MTB-er i'm afraid...i'm strictly a roadie! I do have a MTB but have had it for 6 years now so its old and due for some maintenance.

I'll take a look at those sites but will...
Forum: Mountain - Plains
03-01-07, 04:34 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 913
Posted By TitaniuMerlin

Awesome. I'll make sure to look them up when i...

Awesome. I'll make sure to look them up when i get there. I was wondering if there were any good map programs you use for plotting rides that also show terrain etc? I have Topo USA East Coast (some...
Forum: Mountain - Plains
03-01-07, 08:38 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 913
Posted By TitaniuMerlin

Golden, CO

Hey!

So i'm most likely going to be moving to Golden, CO this summer with my SO (Significant Other) who got accepted into the Colorado School of Mines for Grad-School. So i'm starting to do a bit...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-22-07, 09:17 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 14,051
Posted By TitaniuMerlin

You guys should feel lucky. I started going gray...

You guys should feel lucky. I started going gray in High School. 21 now and my hair is spotted with gray hairs all over. Definately noticeable. The GF keeps reminding me that gray is sexy...look at...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-21-07, 08:36 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,558
Posted By TitaniuMerlin

Yeah. My dorm (a town house) has plenty of room...

Yeah. My dorm (a town house) has plenty of room to keep a bike but we're not allowed to keep it inside. On the 2nd floor, theres what amounts to like a balcony overlooking the floor below. No one...
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