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Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-08, 08:04 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,260
Posted By ridgeracer

Thanks all for the well wishes and advice. Much...

Thanks all for the well wishes and advice. Much appreciated.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-08, 12:43 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,260
Posted By ridgeracer

the general swelling is due to bad circulation in...

the general swelling is due to bad circulation in the leg as much of the artery is still blocked. i suspect yesterday's increased swelling was due to increased blood flow, but not enough capacity to...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-08, 12:35 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,260
Posted By ridgeracer

That's insightful. I feel for you. I had a...

That's insightful. I feel for you.

I had a kidney removed due to cancer and then a massive DVT in my left leg due to the surgery, and couldn't walk for a few weeks, then a cane for a couple...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-08, 10:28 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,260
Posted By ridgeracer

serious illness - cancer and DVT (deep venous thrombosis) - getting back on the bike

I've been off the bike for the past 6 months due to a massive DVT in the left leg and cancer surgery. Got on the bike for the first time yesterday to do 20k and the leg was quite swollen and a bit...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-20-06, 09:27 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 3,505
Posted By ridgeracer

fogot to mention - Singapore!

fogot to mention - Singapore!
Forum: Road Cycling
04-20-06, 12:24 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 3,505
Posted By ridgeracer

Singapore

Bad -

- weather? EVERY day is 31-35 degrees Celsius with 70%+ humidity
- small place - our 'round the island/country' weekly ride is 140k
- always riding in traffic; semi rural areas will take...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-12-06, 07:32 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 786
Posted By ridgeracer

Cervelos are engineered in Toronto, manufactured...

Cervelos are engineered in Toronto, manufactured in Taiwan.

Kind of like Apple's "Designed in California" (made in China)
Forum: Road Cycling
03-13-06, 10:51 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,643
Posted By ridgeracer

A big smile appeared on my face when i saw the...

A big smile appeared on my face when i saw the title to the thread. can't wait for more laughs and suspense in this soap opera!
Forum: Road Cycling
03-09-06, 12:21 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 999
Posted By ridgeracer

I too had upgraditis a few months ago, but...

I too had upgraditis a few months ago, but decided against making any improvements to my bike except one, which I'll get to.

I did decide however, to shave weight off my body. I started at 6'3'',...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-08-06, 02:57 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,271
Posted By ridgeracer

110kph? this is downhill right? but even then...

110kph? this is downhill right? but even then you'll spin out, so how do you do it?
Forum: Road Cycling
03-08-06, 02:54 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,271
Posted By ridgeracer

This time was the fastest and longest I've been...

This time was the fastest and longest I've been able to catch a 'lift'.

Usually, I'll hang around 12-15 feet directly behind the truck/bus and occasionally move to the side where he can see me...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-07-06, 10:52 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,271
Posted By ridgeracer

Vehicle draft speed?

Out on my ride tonight, I discovered how vital one's position on the bike is for aerodynamics and the impact of wind resistence.

While I have drafted behind vehicles before, tonight I had a free...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-22-06, 06:39 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,897
Posted By ridgeracer

Sources?! Just as the OP cited sources, so...

Sources?!

Just as the OP cited sources, so we all should when stating 'facts'.

Unfortunately, on the net, everyone seems to get away with 'I heard', 'I saw', 'I read somewhere', 'Its common...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-31-06, 09:33 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 2,227
Posted By ridgeracer

Here on the equator, it never gets below 80...

Here on the equator, it never gets below 80 farenheit (25-26 Celsius) during the day and for it to cool down that much, it has to have rained for a couple days straight. And that only happens a few...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-30-06, 08:56 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,410
Posted By ridgeracer

Already seen a Livestrong bike here in Singapore....

Already seen a Livestrong bike here in Singapore. Autographed even.

Price tag is around 10k USD.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-19-05, 03:03 PM
Replies: 310
Views: 13,536
Posted By ridgeracer

management consultant for New Media companies in...

management consultant for New Media companies in Asia and North America
Forum: Road Cycling
12-17-05, 12:06 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,160
Posted By ridgeracer

Haven't ever experienced any of this sort of...

Haven't ever experienced any of this sort of riding. Where I am, it never gets below 27 Celsius (night time) and day time temps its always 32+ degrees Celsius.

The fact that you all are riding...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-27-05, 09:10 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 931
Posted By ridgeracer

near miss, but 'hit and run driver'

Though I rarely post in these forums, I'm often lurking and enjoying everyone's posts.

This morning is different as I feel the need to both vent and air the importance of vigilence while on the...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-11-05, 08:45 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,181
Posted By ridgeracer

Hip. That's awesome. that's a ton of miles,...

Hip. That's awesome. that's a ton of miles, especially without centuries!
Forum: Road Cycling
11-04-05, 10:59 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 4,586
Posted By ridgeracer

Not sure if this will make sense to many, but it...

Not sure if this will make sense to many, but it certainly comes to my mind while reading Euro's posts and this last comment confirms it all.

Three phrases: Schadenfreude, Ressentiment and the...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-16-05, 10:18 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 3,543
Posted By ridgeracer

My prayers and thoughts are with you and the...

My prayers and thoughts are with you and the family.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-06-05, 07:39 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 6,745
Posted By ridgeracer

Garysol. How tall are you? any specific weight...

Garysol. How tall are you? any specific weight loss goals?

me? 6ft3in, would really like to get down to 180 by this time next year.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-05-05, 11:00 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 6,745
Posted By ridgeracer

Can't agree more with the others. I'm 220lbs and...

Can't agree more with the others. I'm 220lbs and don't notice any flex. Can ride it all day in comfort and when i hit a hill, i know its only my fat a$$ that's keeping me down and not the bike. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-14-05, 12:07 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 842
Posted By ridgeracer

Holy sh** just pining away looking at that...

Holy sh**

just pining away looking at that marvelous machine.

now... how much could i get for my r2.5 and upgrade to this sweet sexy siren? :love:
Forum: Road Cycling
09-04-05, 08:42 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,592
Posted By ridgeracer

That's a light bike. You have full Chorus?...

That's a light bike. You have full Chorus? Wheelset? Bars?
Forum: Road Cycling
09-02-05, 07:51 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 3,160
Posted By ridgeracer

36

36
Forum: Road Cycling
09-01-05, 03:02 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,592
Posted By ridgeracer

What's your setup then at 17#?

What's your setup then at 17#?
Forum: Road Cycling
08-30-05, 12:52 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,592
Posted By ridgeracer

I bought mine in Singapore, and there wasn't any...

I bought mine in Singapore, and there wasn't any such 'Team' or 'Chorus' build, so yeah, I guess you could say it was partially self built.

I certainly didn't buy it for its weight, as it was only...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-29-05, 11:35 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,592
Posted By ridgeracer

i think its my ultegra components and ksyerium...

i think its my ultegra components and ksyerium elite wheels. if i was to 'upgrade' to DA and zipps for example, i would shave off another 2lbs +.

however at the expense of another $2-3k.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-29-05, 10:39 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,592
Posted By ridgeracer

cervelo r2.5 owners- how much does your bike weigh?

Here i have one of the lightest frames there are, but my total weight comes in at 18+ lbs.

How much does your's weigh and what are the weight saving items on your bike? (wheel sets, drive...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-15-05, 05:40 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 24,291
Posted By ridgeracer

Lance's average speed during the Tour was 44.5...

Lance's average speed during the Tour was 44.5 km/h or 27.6 mph
Forum: Road Cycling
06-30-05, 08:01 PM
Replies: 762
Views: 44,801
Posted By ridgeracer

SCEA or third party developer? I run a...

SCEA or third party developer?

I run a management consulting firm for game companies. where are you based?
Forum: Road Cycling
06-30-05, 07:01 PM
Replies: 223
Views: 24,358
Posted By ridgeracer

This is my Cervelo r2.5 I bought a few months...

This is my Cervelo r2.5 I bought a few months ago. Can't get enough of this sweet ride.

Though I live in Singapore, I'm only in town half of the time. So since I bought it, I've bring it with...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-16-05, 10:40 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 3,767
Posted By ridgeracer

I'm 220 and have Ksyerium Elites with 20 front...

I'm 220 and have Ksyerium Elites with 20 front and 22 back with no problems whatsoever.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-02-05, 02:21 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 845
Posted By ridgeracer

Fuji. I remember you. You started the what...

Fuji. I remember you.

You started the what is perhaps the funniest thread I've ever read.

Like you, once i have proved to myself over the next few days that i really do owe it to myself...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-02-05, 07:30 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 845
Posted By ridgeracer

yes indeed, this bike speaks to me. Last night,...

yes indeed, this bike speaks to me. Last night, I dreamt I won a Cat 1 triathalon - just me and my Cervelo wetware body extension.

don't know whether to call that delusions of grandeur or...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-01-05, 06:36 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 510
Posted By ridgeracer

not enough (human) engine for the 2005 cervelo r2.5

Just picked up my 2005 Cervelo r2.5. I have to admit that as an intermediate biker, this is too much bike for me.

This is to say it is absolutely superb! Its like riding on rails, yet so...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-01-05, 11:17 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 845
Posted By ridgeracer

not enough (human) engine for the 2005 cervelo r2.5

Just picked up my 2005 Cervelo r2.5. I have to admit that as an intermediate biker, this is too much bike for me.

This is to say it is absolutely superb! Its like riding on rails, yet so...
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