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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-23-16, 12:43 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,071
Posted By Cycle Babble

Am I the only one who does not ride in the winter?

Does everyone else ride in the winter?

I tend to be a fair weather fan, but noticed that a lot of you like to ride year round. I understand that California, Florida, or some in between residents...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-23-16, 12:34 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,856
Posted By Cycle Babble

Road 90% MTN 10% I do the state trails with...

Road 90%
MTN 10%
I do the state trails with my son a few times a year, but all of my training and organized rides are road trips.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-29-16, 01:43 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,978
Posted By Cycle Babble

Hello, My name is John and I am a recovering...

Hello, My name is John and I am a recovering cyclist (everyone applause). I have been cycling for many years and I have to say each year is getting better, longer rides, faster times, lower weight,...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-07-16, 02:28 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,899
Posted By Cycle Babble

I just remembered another situation I had a few...

I just remembered another situation I had a few years back on my first organized ride. While approaching the final rest stop I followed my riding habit of releasing my left leg from the pedal clip....
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-06-16, 12:32 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,899
Posted By Cycle Babble

It is not the price of the bike that...

It is not the price of the bike that matters.....it is the condition of the motor.


It seems like every organized ride I go on, I have a bunch of riders, young and old, who fly by me like am...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-02-15, 11:36 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,410
Posted By Cycle Babble

Nice speed for that distance. My 100 mile ride...

Nice speed for that distance. My 100 mile ride took me 7 hours 25 minutes.

John
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-10-15, 11:48 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,030
Posted By Cycle Babble

Last year I did my first MS150 and rode the 75/75...

Last year I did my first MS150 and rode the 75/75 mile rides. Here in Wisconsin they give you options for both days and have seen a few riders take the short route on day 2.

My training included...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-12-15, 11:20 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,040
Posted By Cycle Babble

I use Endomundo with my smart phone to track my...

I use Endomundo with my smart phone to track my biking......but I leave the phone packed in my top bar pack with a few emergency snacks. I also use a cheap bike computer to track the miles as well....
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-20-15, 12:33 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,238
Posted By Cycle Babble

To my friends NW of me, If that is the...

To my friends NW of me,

If that is the case......all the biking clothes I own are BAD. :p
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-20-15, 12:17 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,238
Posted By Cycle Babble

Yes....and in my opinion, it is DAMN COLD.

Yes....and in my opinion, it is DAMN COLD.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-20-15, 11:59 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 5,085
Posted By Cycle Babble

Besides the fact I love to ride my bike, this is...

Besides the fact I love to ride my bike, this is one of those hidden benefits that keep me riding!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-19-14, 02:55 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,680
Posted By Cycle Babble

bruised, Let me know how it goes. I would ride...

bruised,
Let me know how it goes. I would ride it with you but my son and I already have a ride planned around the Horicon Marsh on Sunday (Yeah, I know it is a Packers game day).
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-27-14, 10:59 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,789
Posted By Cycle Babble

Nice water bottles.....but I would have got the...

Nice water bottles.....but I would have got the insulated ones! :rolleyes:
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-22-14, 11:21 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 10,090
Posted By Cycle Babble

Choose one bike.......yeah right! My guess would...

Choose one bike.......yeah right! My guess would be my old Chrome Moly....but I am glad I have a choice.
400958
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-19-14, 12:07 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 948
Posted By Cycle Babble

OP posted: I need to purchase a new bike. My...

OP posted: I need to purchase a new bike.

My reply: This is a problem? :D

John
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-19-14, 12:02 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,585
Posted By Cycle Babble

I am with Pamestique on this one. After my last...

I am with Pamestique on this one. After my last few purchases, I have all the bikes I need for now. That being said, if I happen to see a really good bargain......well lets just say I may have to...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-18-14, 11:41 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,868
Posted By Cycle Babble

I started to read this and smoke came pouring...

I started to read this and smoke came pouring from my ears. :roflmao2:
Will have to digest this in small intervals.

On another note: I find the best way to overcome any obstacle is to tackle it...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-18-14, 11:27 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,851
Posted By Cycle Babble

I purchased my Domane 4.5C last December. Was not...

I purchased my Domane 4.5C last December. Was not able to ride it until April. I now have 700+ miles on it with no issues. I started out the year at 265lbs and am now 251. I also have the stock race...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-18-14, 11:03 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 861
Posted By Cycle Babble

Obsessed about riding? Yes....and then some. My...

Obsessed about riding? Yes....and then some. My 1,000 mile goal is close to being busted. Perhaps I should shoot for 2,000?

Keep it up...soon you will be in a happy place. :speedy:

...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-18-14, 10:23 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,350
Posted By Cycle Babble

Holy crap....I have found myself to do this a few...

Holy crap....I have found myself to do this a few times. :roflmao2:


John
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-17-14, 07:06 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,350
Posted By Cycle Babble

So...is 48 the new 50? :rolleyes: John

So...is 48 the new 50? :rolleyes:


John
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-17-14, 06:28 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,066
Posted By Cycle Babble

There are times you have to rely on body...

There are times you have to rely on body language. Words may not express what two flat tires can. :eek:


John
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-17-14, 06:05 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 811
Posted By Cycle Babble

What.....she only lived to be 100? I do wonder...

What.....she only lived to be 100? I do wonder what influence the biking had on her longevity.

John
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-17-14, 05:51 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,244
Posted By Cycle Babble

My local bike shop has a coffee mug hanging on...

My local bike shop has a coffee mug hanging on the wall with my name on it. :rolleyes:

John
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-16-14, 06:26 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,066
Posted By Cycle Babble

Two flats in one ride is a sure sign of PMS....

Two flats in one ride is a sure sign of PMS. Since I forgot to check the sex of my bike before I purchased it, I can only hope this doesn't happen to me. :p
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-16-14, 06:08 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,244
Posted By Cycle Babble

Well....at 51 I guess I get to look forward to my...

Well....at 51 I guess I get to look forward to my midlife crisis. I will start window shopping tonight.

John
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-13-14, 06:26 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 24,792
Posted By Cycle Babble

I did not realize sheer was an issue with biking...

I did not realize sheer was an issue with biking shorts (at least not in the men's), but now I will check for it. The last thing I want is to embarrass both myself and the riders behind me. On the...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-12-14, 06:55 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 4,189
Posted By Cycle Babble

Great post HelpMeRhonda, I find it cool when...

Great post HelpMeRhonda,

I find it cool when I conquer a different hill for the first time and there are many to choose from in my area. I also find myself challenged in a large way with the...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-12-14, 06:44 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 24,792
Posted By Cycle Babble

Note to self: While shopping for shorts, make...

Note to self: While shopping for shorts, make sure you check the 'sheer' factor.

My response: If I want to see crack, I will call a plumber....not a cyclist.:p

John
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-12-14, 06:02 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 936
Posted By Cycle Babble

Great job! Another 52 pounds and I will be there...

Great job! Another 52 pounds and I will be there myself.

John
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-10-14, 07:01 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,219
Posted By Cycle Babble

My list never ends. As I knock out some items,...

My list never ends. As I knock out some items, more appear. I usually save Saturdays for the honey-do list, and go riding on Sunday mornings and every other day during the week. That gets me out...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-05-14, 11:23 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,498
Posted By Cycle Babble

I agree with Doug 64 and others with similar...

I agree with Doug 64 and others with similar posts. When I first got my Trek Domane, the fit was close, but not 100%. I went back after I put about 200 miles on it and had them swap out the 44mm...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-30-14, 11:21 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 932
Posted By Cycle Babble

poorboy01, Welcome to Bike Forums. I am also...

poorboy01,
Welcome to Bike Forums. I am also big (weight not height) at 253lbs. Last winter I purchased a Trek Domane 4.5C and love it. I will also be riding in the MS150 in August, and I just...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-29-14, 06:03 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,259
Posted By Cycle Babble

This is my 45th year spread over two employers...

This is my 45th year spread over two employers and several types of jobs. Hoping to work 3 more and retire at 70. I like working, though. I don't envy my friends who are retired - looks boring.
...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-29-14, 05:47 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,228
Posted By Cycle Babble

GAME ON Young man!!:speedy: ....and get off my...

GAME ON Young man!!:speedy: ....and get off my 50+ threads!:p


Dad
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-23-14, 12:30 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,228
Posted By Cycle Babble

Excellent point! I went riding with my son two...

Excellent point! I went riding with my son two weeks ago and while he could kick my butt in speed, I was able to out-ride him with distance......priceless!!

John
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-22-14, 12:53 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,228
Posted By Cycle Babble

Rick, I am not the OP Dudelsack was refering...

Rick,
I am not the OP Dudelsack was refering to, but on another note you must think me as fat since you think I may not be able to ride from SE Wisconsin to Loovul to punch his lights...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-21-14, 11:20 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,228
Posted By Cycle Babble

Planemaker, While I like Dudelsacks idea as it...

Planemaker,
While I like Dudelsacks idea as it would motivate me enough to ride my cycle to his house:giver: (no matter what the distance may be) and punch his lights out:fight:. ;)

That being...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-21-14, 11:08 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 885
Posted By Cycle Babble

jschlarb, Congrats on the weight loss! I am in...

jschlarb,
Congrats on the weight loss! I am in the same boat as you. At 51 I am riding more miles per ride then I used to.
I hope to achieve my goal weight in the next year or two, but in the...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-20-14, 06:24 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,056
Posted By Cycle Babble

For what it's worth: Over the winter I was...

For what it's worth: Over the winter I was working on the trainer at the local gym. I was able to increase my average cadence to the mid 80's and I could maintain that for the intire 1 hour workout....
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-19-14, 05:54 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,063
Posted By Cycle Babble

What if I click my heal three times and repeat:...

What if I click my heal three times and repeat: "There's no weight like 184.......There's no weight like 184......"?
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-16-14, 12:08 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,063
Posted By Cycle Babble

Photo Joe, Perhaps you should create a...

Photo Joe,
Perhaps you should create a Clydesdales Anonymous thread for all those non-Clydes who are exposing themselves. ;)

Of course I am speaking as a jealous fellow who can only hope to...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-16-14, 11:17 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,395
Posted By Cycle Babble

Reminds me of a Jeff Foxworthy quote: "If you've...

Reminds me of a Jeff Foxworthy quote: "If you've ever been accused of lying through your tooth.....you may be a redneck."
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-13-14, 11:11 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,569
Posted By Cycle Babble

I just had a 46mm bar and higher stem installed...

I just had a 46mm bar and higher stem installed on my Domane to help alleviate the hand numbness issues I was experiencing. After about 100 miles on the new setup, while it has not completely...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-05-14, 06:08 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,440
Posted By Cycle Babble

Biking with asthma has been a challenge for me as...

Biking with asthma has been a challenge for me as well. Quite smoking 7 years ago. Still notice issues on the big hills (that would be the hills of the kettle moraine). I started taking symbicort...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-01-14, 06:12 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 5,681
Posted By Cycle Babble

I had the same 'Eureka moment' a week ago....when...

I had the same 'Eureka moment' a week ago....when the weather was still nice enough to ride. While riding the Domane I found myself in the large chain ring way too often and started to force myself...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-29-14, 05:39 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,734
Posted By Cycle Babble

Yes...I just picked my bike up from its first 220...

Yes...I just picked my bike up from its first 220 mile checkup (I also had them install a 46mm handle bar as the original one was to narrow). I asked them about the wheel issue and they said not to...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-29-14, 06:27 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,410
Posted By Cycle Babble

Great thread! My wife won't let me fix things...

Great thread! My wife won't let me fix things around the house. Claims I break more parts than I fix. :innocent:

John S
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-29-14, 06:01 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,194
Posted By Cycle Babble

I am forced to use a spinner during the winter....

I am forced to use a spinner during the winter. While spinning helps my fitness level, nothing beats being out on the road with the bike. I tend to think I am spinning to get into shape for bike...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-29-14, 05:51 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,734
Posted By Cycle Babble

Hearing these stories makes me a little nervous....

Hearing these stories makes me a little nervous. I have a 2013 Trek Domane with the Bontrager wheels and I weigh 254lbs. I have not had any issues yet but am concerned when I hear guys who are 225lbs...
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