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Forum: Road Cycling
08-28-18, 11:03 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,266
Posted By wallrat

Get this sticker and apply to saddle. ...

Get this sticker and apply to saddle.

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Forum: Road Cycling
10-17-17, 05:03 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 7,520
Posted By wallrat

Do you climb 9 or 17, every day? I'm not that...

Do you climb 9 or 17, every day? I'm not that far behind you at 47. Just be happy you can climb 3k a day, that'd hurt most people.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-17-17, 03:23 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 7,520
Posted By wallrat

I thought I lived in a hilly area. Where are you...

I thought I lived in a hilly area. Where are you located?
Forum: Road Cycling
10-17-17, 03:22 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 7,520
Posted By wallrat

Year stats on Strava. Elev Gain - 257979 ft ...

Year stats on Strava.

Elev Gain - 257979 ft
Distance - 3158.3 mi
Rides - 156
Time - 252h 53 min

I climb about 1000 feet/hr, 1653 feet/ride, 82 feet/mile, 27222 feet/month.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-15-17, 01:42 PM
Replies: 239
Views: 26,958
Posted By wallrat

You're only 50. If you're slow, it's not your...

You're only 50. If you're slow, it's not your age that's holding you back.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-15-17, 01:14 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,391
Posted By wallrat

When I'm riding my mountain bike on days I know...

When I'm riding my mountain bike on days I know there are going to be stream crossings I bring plastic bags and bag my feet. It works really well. On unplanned cold weather rides I've also use bar...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-10-17, 05:13 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,883
Posted By wallrat

I think you'd easily lose it in 6 weeks. How...

I think you'd easily lose it in 6 weeks. How about a recumbent exercise bike?
Forum: Road Cycling
07-18-17, 01:24 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,298
Posted By wallrat

I have a 520 and just did a 12 hour day. I...

I have a 520 and just did a 12 hour day. I turned brightness to 0% and it lasted the entire time. I think I ended the day with a 5% charge. I was constantly scrolling the screen, partially out of...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-10-17, 01:53 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 5,217
Posted By wallrat

I went from a 11-25 to a 12-30 with my Ultegra...

I went from a 11-25 to a 12-30 with my Ultegra 6700. Been running that for 4 years with no issues. I think whether it works completely depends on your derailleur.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-09-17, 09:45 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,479
Posted By wallrat

I said grease and BB. What did I win?

I said grease and BB. What did I win?
Forum: Road Cycling
07-06-17, 11:44 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,479
Posted By wallrat

I had the same issue and I repacked my BB...

I had the same issue and I repacked my BB bearings and tightened my pedals. One or the other fixed my issue.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-24-17, 01:25 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,510
Posted By wallrat

I'd ride it. Get a plug that has better...

I'd ride it. Get a plug that has better coverage. I like the enve plug: Enve Compression Plug Steerer Tube Expander...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-19-17, 12:52 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,281
Posted By wallrat

I ride whatever saddle I get with my bike. My...

I ride whatever saddle I get with my bike. My butt isn't too picky and I've never had to change them out.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-05-17, 02:29 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 7,563
Posted By wallrat

I'm not really sure but every night my wife says...

I'm not really sure but every night my wife says to me, "That was too fast."
Forum: Road Cycling
04-03-17, 10:52 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,152
Posted By wallrat

Ya, I'm tired of all the consumerism. It doesn't...

Ya, I'm tired of all the consumerism. It doesn't make me consistently happy. Performing well does.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-02-17, 09:36 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,460
Posted By wallrat

Do you ever degrease your chain? When I wash my...

Do you ever degrease your chain? When I wash my bike I usually use a degreaser on my chain and one of those chain cleaner tools. If you have that much sludge it sounds like you have a lot of built...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-30-17, 05:46 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 9,647
Posted By wallrat

Are they saying you're gay if you use SRAM? Or...

Are they saying you're gay if you use SRAM? Or you're just hanging out with your friends with no women around? What's the intent?
Forum: Road Cycling
03-21-17, 01:36 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,744
Posted By wallrat

$220 this year. I used my REI card for a...

$220 this year.

I used my REI card for a home remodel a few years back and had $550.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-16-17, 10:13 PM
Replies: 232
Views: 19,758
Posted By wallrat

Exactly it. Anyone who enjoys cycling enough to...

Exactly it. Anyone who enjoys cycling enough to spend their time on a cycling forum is pretty serious about it. I don't know if it makes them any good but they are at least serious. In the end,...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-16-17, 05:10 PM
Replies: 232
Views: 19,758
Posted By wallrat

Serious Cyclist

I think a serious cyclists is anyone who is willing to waste time discussing what constitutes being a serious cyclist in on a forum.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-15-17, 11:35 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,935
Posted By wallrat

After a 1-2 hour ride, even at tempo, I don't eat...

After a 1-2 hour ride, even at tempo, I don't eat anything differently. If it's an epic ride, 5-6 hours, with a lot of elevation >7,000' and a lot of miles, I'd have to drink at least 2 beers. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-09-17, 01:49 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,287
Posted By wallrat

The most important thing to bring on a rain ride...

The most important thing to bring on a rain ride is a good attitude. There are people who like the rain and people who don't. If you are a rain rider whatever you have on will be enough to make it...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-21-17, 02:36 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,726
Posted By wallrat

I am/was more of a trad climber than big wall...

I am/was more of a trad climber than big wall climber. My skills pretty much maxed out on the Rostrum (11+) and I never got into aid but I was planning to prior to having kids. I love backcountry...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-21-17, 12:37 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,726
Posted By wallrat

553618 Marin Headlands at the top of Cozelman. ...

553618
Marin Headlands at the top of Cozelman.

553619
Paradise loop by downtown Tiburon.

553620
Ridgecrest Road.

553621
Forum: Road Cycling
02-21-17, 12:22 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,726
Posted By wallrat

I live in San Rafael and do these rides all the...

I live in San Rafael and do these rides all the time. The conditions now are OK. There are a few road closures to be navigate but overall the roads are surprisingly clean. I ride road, mountain...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-08-17, 06:32 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 14,458
Posted By wallrat

I use Performance Ultra bibs and they last 2-3...

I use Performance Ultra bibs and they last 2-3 years, more or less. I wash with my normal laundry. I have 3 bib shorts and 3 mountain bike shorts since I ride both (and cx). I usually buy one pair...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-15-17, 07:13 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,753
Posted By wallrat

50+ miles 2 tubes Patch kit Pump 2 GUs or...

50+ miles
2 tubes
Patch kit
Pump
2 GUs or shot blocks
Mini tool kit
Tire lever
Phone
Wallet
Forum: Road Cycling
01-05-17, 11:23 PM
Replies: 172
Views: 25,701
Posted By wallrat

Thanks. It's in Marin County, a little north of...

Thanks. It's in Marin County, a little north of San Francisco. I can get to this spot out my front door in 45 min up a fire road and some single track. It's views like this that makes me...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-05-17, 12:12 AM
Replies: 172
Views: 25,701
Posted By wallrat

Since everyone is posting their gravel bike...

Since everyone is posting their gravel bike glamour shots, here's mine. I just got my ibis a month ago and I've stopped riding my mountain and road bikes. It's such a fun bike. I'm running...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-12-16, 03:42 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,076
Posted By wallrat

No Evo but it's a SuperSix.

No Evo but it's a SuperSix.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-15-16, 10:18 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 6,217
Posted By wallrat

A bunch of fat middle aged men in spandex?

A bunch of fat middle aged men in spandex?
Forum: Road Cycling
08-18-16, 02:07 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 3,639
Posted By wallrat

I hear you. Some people like to ride a lot more...

I hear you. Some people like to ride a lot more than others. I wish I had that drive to always want to ride but I really don't. If I ride consistently, 4-5 times a week I have significantly more...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-28-16, 05:02 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 18,789
Posted By wallrat

I ride in Marin county which is across the Golden...

I ride in Marin county which is across the Golden Gate from San Francisco.

It's a low mileage year for me but this year, according to Strava I'm at 1,514 miles/129,475 ft. That's 86' per mile.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-26-16, 02:47 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 883
Posted By wallrat

Is it on yet? Looks like it'd be a nice looking...

Is it on yet? Looks like it'd be a nice looking bike.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-20-16, 10:39 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 883
Posted By wallrat

I have that fork and it looks exactly like mine...

I have that fork and it looks exactly like mine which was shipped from a reputable retailer. A new one costs $375 so it's a $100 savings. I personally would go the retail route since it'd be easier...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-10-16, 11:47 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 4,243
Posted By wallrat

Cycling has definitely increased my overall...

Cycling has definitely increased my overall fitness but it was killing my upper body strength. I ride 50/50 on mountain and road and I wasn't doing the upper body workouts that I use to do. I use...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-14-16, 01:37 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 5,306
Posted By wallrat

2 weeks but I probably could have started...

2 weeks but I probably could have started earlier.

I say you should ask for the cost of birth control through the remaining years of fertility. It's an average of $30 a month, $360 a year. For...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-20-15, 05:39 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 4,033
Posted By wallrat

What does the tandem look like?

What does the tandem look like?
Forum: Road Cycling
10-08-15, 01:07 PM
Replies: 211
Views: 7,793
Posted By wallrat

The best way to look at exercise is not to think...

The best way to look at exercise is not to think of it as exercise. It's just a byproduct of doing something you enjoy doing and living a healthy lifestyle. I've never "exercised" in my life. I...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-03-15, 10:01 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 11,034
Posted By wallrat

I am once I can afford it. I'm a total...

I am once I can afford it. I'm a total Cannondale fanboy though. I ride a Supersix and a Trigger. I have a crappy Spec Tricross that needs to be updated and the Slate looks like just the ticket. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-28-15, 04:08 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 6,283
Posted By wallrat

I was mainly mountain biking from 40-43 and found...

I was mainly mountain biking from 40-43 and found old all the old guys my age road ride. Since my kids are in elementary school I meet a lot of the fathers and if they do ride, it's on road. To be...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-26-15, 04:22 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 5,345
Posted By wallrat

I never bring a spare tire. I bring Gorilla tape...

I never bring a spare tire. I bring Gorilla tape and I've had it hold a tear for 20 miles before. You just have to ride a lot slower.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-26-15, 12:28 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 5,345
Posted By wallrat

Go in one direction for 50+ miles and then turn...

Go in one direction for 50+ miles and then turn around. There's no mystery in it. Same as with a group but you rely on yourself to get yourself home.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-24-15, 12:13 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,757
Posted By wallrat

He didn't have a pump or CO2. In this...

He didn't have a pump or CO2.

In this situation, I'm only willing to ride as far as I'm willing to walk. Ya, I have a cell phone but I'm not a big fan of bothering someone due to my own...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-22-15, 11:55 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,478
Posted By wallrat

For road riding, 4 or 5 times a year. They are...

For road riding, 4 or 5 times a year. They are usually for centuries or fondos. For mountain biking I'd travel once a month on average.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-21-15, 12:31 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 15,331
Posted By wallrat

I use Gorilla Tape Clear repair on chain stay and...

I use Gorilla Tape Clear repair on chain stay and cable rub points on my head set. It's 5 dollars, stays clear and removes somewhat clean.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-20-15, 12:56 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,622
Posted By wallrat

It's a 2013. It has the matte finish. The 12...

It's a 2013. It has the matte finish. The 12 is glossy. 12s were also 10 speed.

I think the price seems fair but it's not a screaming deal.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-19-15, 09:54 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,118
Posted By wallrat

Did you use flats or clipless?

Did you use flats or clipless?
Forum: Road Cycling
09-17-15, 12:49 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 4,561
Posted By wallrat

I usually don't eat anything on rides less than...

I usually don't eat anything on rides less than 50 miles. Over that and it goes into the "it depends" category. From 50-75 I'd probably have a GU. From 75-100 it'd be another GU or two. I rode a...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-14-15, 11:00 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,483
Posted By wallrat

I don't ride the first day it rains but I'll ride...

I don't ride the first day it rains but I'll ride if it has rained for 2-3 days. The first day the roads are pretty dirty and you get crap all over you. The next couple of days after the road is a...
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