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09-08-23, 06:51 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,065
Posted By GhostRider62

It is important to recognize the NSK seals on...

It is important to recognize the NSK seals on those tests are not what most cyclist have. I know you know but it is worth saying that the seals have the majority of frictional losses followed by...
09-08-23, 09:30 AM
Replies: 382
Views: 16,329
Posted By GhostRider62

Wax is flammable and also degrades if brought to...

Wax is flammable and also degrades if brought to high in temps. I can walk away from a crockpot with it on low outside with the chain in there and come back at my leisure.

Those are really the...
09-08-23, 09:23 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,073
Posted By GhostRider62

If you boot a tread hole using the Park boot,...

If you boot a tread hole using the Park boot, don't expect it to last more than 10 miles on rough terrain. Use a piece of old tire and duct tape it to the inside. Trust me, I learned that lesson...
09-08-23, 09:20 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,250
Posted By GhostRider62

Thanks, I will get that checked but am and EMG...

Thanks, I will get that checked but am and EMG and MRI lumbar done next week. My feet are numb and left knee has neurological type pain for no apparent reason. The Neurologist scoffed at my...
09-08-23, 09:12 AM
Replies: 156
Views: 8,814
Posted By GhostRider62

When I had a coach, he would get pissed because...

When I had a coach, he would get pissed because my power and HR would be too high on hills for the workout he prescribed.

He told me to "walk them"

No shame in my ego for walking a very steep...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-08-23, 09:01 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,681
Posted By GhostRider62

I'm only half loaded. 90-95% of the time, I...

I'm only half loaded.

90-95% of the time, I don't care about HR or power. I am riding to have fun but also want to get an exercise benefit and therefore, I use by breathing zen to feel the right...
Forum: Touring
09-08-23, 07:27 AM
Replies: 95
Views: 6,419
Posted By GhostRider62

My wife knows to turn my espresso machine on if...

My wife knows to turn my espresso machine on if she gets up first.

When I was younger, I camped most nights but still never carried anything to make coffee. I'd get it in town somewhere. ...
09-08-23, 07:16 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,306
Posted By GhostRider62

I can only say what my data says. I did a 20...

I can only say what my data says.

I did a 20 minute Sweetspot at 250 watts with average HR of 126bpm and within a minute of concluding the interval, my HR was down to 100-104. I did just under 6...
09-08-23, 05:51 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,266
Posted By GhostRider62

How much HIIT one can also depends on current...

How much HIIT one can also depends on current fitness and load. I am currently cutting back my load from around a CTL of 100 down to about 70 and I can do HIIT workouts much more often than when...
09-08-23, 05:42 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,306
Posted By GhostRider62

Me too but I think I kept my mouth shut. ...

Me too but I think I kept my mouth shut.

Sometimes when really fit, my heart skips beats (PVC) and it makes it appear my resting HR is low when taking it at the wrist feeling the pulse. If the...
09-08-23, 05:30 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 5,215
Posted By GhostRider62

Covid vaccine and boosters did nothing for me WRT...

Covid vaccine and boosters did nothing for me WRT Covid.

The only symptoms remaining 9 months later are some lingering inflammation, especially in the joints. I never had knee or hip pain until...
09-08-23, 05:24 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,674
Posted By GhostRider62

My old Doc had me taking N-Acetyl-L-Cysteine...

My old Doc had me taking N-Acetyl-L-Cysteine forever and also when I could afford it, glutathione injections. I just ran out of NAC, need to reorder.
...
09-08-23, 05:16 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 554
Posted By GhostRider62

I had been using a cheap MOOFIT strap for 3 years...

I had been using a cheap MOOFIT strap for 3 years and it just died (probably the battery) and also use a Polar H10 with good results. No problems with either

The flexible strap Garmin straps last...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-08-23, 05:11 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 879
Posted By GhostRider62

I have 5 or 6 different aero helmets (some road...

I have 5 or 6 different aero helmets (some road and some TT) and the latest one does seem designed to flow the air thru the helmet and it is noisy as hell.
09-07-23, 04:22 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,306
Posted By GhostRider62

Just wanted to say your posts and guidance has...

Just wanted to say your posts and guidance has always given me inspiration and hope.

There is no way to know why we degrade the way we do as we age. You have aged unbelievably well and that you...
Forum: Touring
09-07-23, 04:10 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 2,552
Posted By GhostRider62

Why tell OP to live like a bum? Personally,...

Why tell OP to live like a bum?

Personally, I would do it in 2 months not 4 months and my costs today would be around $7500-8000 because I do like sleeping in a bed more than in a tent and I am...
Forum: Touring
09-06-23, 04:40 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,154
Posted By GhostRider62

Peanut butter is 2700 cals per pound or 1900...

Peanut butter is 2700 cals per pound or 1900 calories per day for 10 pounds and 14 days. Let's splurge and do 30 pounds of food. Water is the bigger issue, I can't see how packing 14 days of water...
09-06-23, 09:37 AM
Replies: 382
Views: 16,329
Posted By GhostRider62

One nice thing aside from lower wear on...

One nice thing aside from lower wear on drivetrain is the ability to throw the bike into the back of my fancy station wagon and not worry about grease. And Fred marks? A thing of the past, consider...
09-06-23, 09:33 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 2,739
Posted By GhostRider62

/ I'll answer. The ride cannot be fueled...

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I'll answer. The ride cannot be fueled with nuts, twigs, and fruit. Unless you want GI distress with maybe diarrhea and/or puking. If someone is touring at a lower energy level, you are...
Forum: Touring
09-06-23, 09:20 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,154
Posted By GhostRider62

A water filter and tablets. Multifuel stove. ...

A water filter and tablets. Multifuel stove. Rifle for game. What else does a good sockpuppet need.
09-05-23, 07:26 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,306
Posted By GhostRider62

Mu exercise HR is also pretty low, about what you...

Mu exercise HR is also pretty low, about what you do. On a 1 mile 6% hill, my HR probably wouldn't get over 155 BPM over the 5-6 minutes. It just takes me longer to hit max HR. I can hit 176 on the...
Forum: Touring
09-05-23, 07:13 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 2,552
Posted By GhostRider62

Lots of cyclists are fine into their 70's. I'm...

Lots of cyclists are fine into their 70's. I'm happy I did TA in my late 50's but the last 6-7 years, my wheels fell off and I struggle to do a lousy 600k due to orthopaedic issues.

I think the...
09-05-23, 07:06 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 2,739
Posted By GhostRider62

How many grams of carbs should I eat if I do a 7...

How many grams of carbs should I eat if I do a 7 hour ride at 220 watts? Let's call it 6,000 kcals total expended. It is 10-15 peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. How does one fuel if it is not...
09-05-23, 06:55 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 2,739
Posted By GhostRider62

GI intolerance. Tummy problems. Not uncommon...

GI intolerance. Tummy problems. Not uncommon on long rides
09-05-23, 06:49 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,065
Posted By GhostRider62

I've had Trek pressed fit BB last 3 maybe 4,000...

I've had Trek pressed fit BB last 3 maybe 4,000 miles and another bike has a Phil that is 40 years and many, many tens of thousands of miles

Too many variables. Type of seals. Rider loads....
Forum: Road Cycling
09-05-23, 03:21 PM
Replies: 195
Views: 8,612
Posted By GhostRider62

ST is certainly a better place for Tri advice,...

ST is certainly a better place for Tri advice, especially if OP had a PM, HRM, and a basic understanding of training.

But she is in the right place for now.
Forum: Touring
09-05-23, 03:17 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,434
Posted By GhostRider62

7 x 9

7 x 9
09-05-23, 03:02 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 2,739
Posted By GhostRider62

What percentage of your functional threshold...

What percentage of your functional threshold power and for how long?

I suspect you have no clue.

You did say you consume 11.5 gm every 5 miles, so that is 50g/hr. 22 mph is pretty stout. Most...
Forum: Touring
09-04-23, 04:06 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 2,552
Posted By GhostRider62

I would not estimate that you will be capable of...

I would not estimate that you will be capable of doing it at 68 and would do it now.
09-04-23, 11:03 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,065
Posted By GhostRider62

I use the power washer with 45 degree nozzle when...

I use the power washer with 45 degree nozzle when there are a lot of dried worms on the downtube. I never apply water pressure to a bearing. You just have to not be stupid.
09-04-23, 10:57 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 2,540
Posted By GhostRider62

Roads around here are severely crowned with no...

Roads around here are severely crowned with no shoulder. Putting the right foot down would be putting it into a ditch, unless you want to stop out in traffic.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-04-23, 10:53 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,524
Posted By GhostRider62

I posted actual widths of 25, 28, 30, 32mm Conti...

I posted actual widths of 25, 28, 30, 32mm Conti GP5000 S TR mounted on 25 mm Zipp 303 hookless Firecrest rims and some data on 21 mm hooked Reynolds rims.

26, 30, 33, and 35mm for the Zipps and...
Forum: Touring
09-04-23, 08:19 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,434
Posted By GhostRider62

It was rail shape, not weight for me.

It was rail shape, not weight for me.
09-04-23, 08:18 AM
Replies: 118
Views: 7,499
Posted By GhostRider62

Surely you realize urban access by car is...

Surely you realize urban access by car is restricted in many, many way and is in effect, stopped in some places. So, please stop spreading misinformation there.
09-04-23, 08:04 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 2,540
Posted By GhostRider62

Left in USA and right where they drive on the...

Left in USA and right where they drive on the wrong side of the road
Forum: Touring
09-04-23, 08:02 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,434
Posted By GhostRider62

I ride a C13 on most used long distance bike at...

I ride a C13 on most used long distance bike at the moment. I also use a B17 and Berthoud Aravis on other long distance bikes. The C13 is not quite as comfortable as either of the leather saddles...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-04-23, 07:42 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,181
Posted By GhostRider62

This TT would take a fat old bastard like me...

This TT would take a fat old bastard like me around 20 minutes, it is definitely big ring the whole way.

I would use my best aero kit and bike staying seated and at threshold except on the "steep"...
Replies: 9
Views: 2,028
Posted By GhostRider62

I was dreaming about doing an off road endurance...

I was dreaming about doing an off road endurance race and the Specialized S-works Diverge STR was on my radar. It is about $750/lb but has suspension front and rear

Bikes like these generally will...
09-03-23, 07:06 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,362
Posted By GhostRider62

I guess he has never been to Englewood, New...

I guess he has never been to Englewood, New Jersey.

All blue with purple tinged smog to breath. Ladies up there live to over 90 years on average.
09-03-23, 06:47 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 2,739
Posted By GhostRider62

I was full keto for 18 months and never lost...

I was full keto for 18 months and never lost muscle. (Keto is a PITA to maintain and nearly impossible when touring, so, I fell off the wagon permanently)

Here is a relevant study or three
...
09-02-23, 02:58 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 720
Posted By GhostRider62

I love CF bikes but steel, Alu, or Mg is probably...

I love CF bikes but steel, Alu, or Mg is probably better with airlines. I bubble wrapped my whole frame and then put cardboard over the bubble wrap on a recent trip (PBP).

I've only flown about...
Replies: 74
Views: 5,920
Posted By GhostRider62

I don't get it. The website gave the chest sizes...

I don't get it. The website gave the chest sizes albeit in CM. I ordered two jerseys as usual but both were a size smaller than last time. In 2019, it took 3 sizes up and more like 2 sizes up this...
09-02-23, 02:24 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 720
Posted By GhostRider62

United broke the seat stay on my 2015 PBP bike...

United broke the seat stay on my 2015 PBP bike and refused responsibility. Travel with a bike is not without risk
09-02-23, 02:23 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 720
Posted By GhostRider62

The longest I've waited is a week for Lufthansa...

The longest I've waited is a week for Lufthansa to deliver my bike. It was a business trip and I was with Siemens, so, I did not worry. It was just a PITA
09-02-23, 02:15 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 3,123
Posted By GhostRider62

In the trauma center with the bone from my...

In the trauma center with the bone from my shoulder down to my elbow not right (I did my best to get it straight laying on the road), two young Docs come in and they strap up friction gloves. A nurse...
09-02-23, 02:05 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 720
Posted By GhostRider62

Yes, it is wonderful your bike arrived to your...

Yes, it is wonderful your bike arrived to your door by concierge. But I am sure you had some angst whether the bike would ever arrive.

I had a custom rifle (let's say costing more than bikes)...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-02-23, 01:58 PM
Replies: 195
Views: 8,612
Posted By GhostRider62

We have the same low gear, SRAM 35x33. You have...

We have the same low gear, SRAM 35x33. You have a better power to weight ratio, I am claiming my senior citizen excuse. 300W is typically more than threshold for most riders. From the first...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-02-23, 07:08 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,524
Posted By GhostRider62

The casings are different. One is tubeless and...

The casings are different. One is tubeless and the other isn't.

Who or how does one compare Apples to Oranges.

Tire width does not change as much over time with the GP 5000 S TR compared to...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-01-23, 02:50 PM
Replies: 195
Views: 8,612
Posted By GhostRider62

It would take the cadence from 30 rpm to around...

It would take the cadence from 30 rpm to around 37 rpm with gearing to 28 inches from 34 inches. And, the point you missed is about 370 watts instead of 300 watts at 30 rpm.

Which is harder? Is...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-01-23, 06:50 AM
Replies: 195
Views: 8,612
Posted By GhostRider62

With the current gearing OP's cadence would have...

With the current gearing OP's cadence would have been around 30 rpm. Increasing from 23T to a 28T won't make matters much better.

Studying the course profile in advance and pacing a bit slower...
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