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Forum: Road Cycling
12-02-07, 11:33 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 466
Posted By sb biker

I've got a 305 and love it but I must admit I...

I've got a 305 and love it but I must admit I don't really look at the data much using their software. how can you tell the avg grade for a section of the climb?
Forum: Road Cycling
12-02-07, 11:30 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,936
Posted By sb biker

I bought a Computrainer in April when I was...

I bought a Computrainer in April when I was recovering from a knee injury and could not do a normal road ride. I seriously considered a TACX Fortius but could not get a solid feeling about the...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-02-07, 11:17 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 828
Posted By sb biker

I switched recently from Michelin to these...

I switched recently from Michelin to these Continentals a few weeks back:
http://www.conti-tyres.co.uk/conticycle/ti%20grand%20prix%204000.shtml[/URL]

Love the feel of these and they have some...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-24-07, 11:34 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,255
Posted By sb biker

The elevation for me has been spot on and as a...

The elevation for me has been spot on and as a result the Grade function (my favorite) is also accurate. The main drawback is the amount you have to charge the thing to keep it ready. Mine maybe...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-26-07, 10:22 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,007
Posted By sb biker

Right, I don't think my weight was causing the...

Right, I don't think my weight was causing the flats..
Forum: Road Cycling
09-26-07, 10:21 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,007
Posted By sb biker

No, I began keeping track after I went through...

No, I began keeping track after I went through the first box of tubes and I almost went through 5 total.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-26-07, 10:01 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,007
Posted By sb biker

And because of all this, I should add, I know how...

And because of all this, I should add, I know how to properly change a flat and I am damn good at it.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-26-07, 09:52 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,007
Posted By sb biker

I weighed 172 the year I got all those flats...I...

I weighed 172 the year I got all those flats...I think it has nothing to do with punctures (hardly ever did I find anything in the tube or tire) and everything to do with the wheels. I took it into...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-25-07, 10:30 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,007
Posted By sb biker

No, I mean wheels. I've had 3 different sets of...

No, I mean wheels. I've had 3 different sets of tires in 5000 miles. I was hoping to spend $400 or less for both.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-24-07, 10:52 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,007
Posted By sb biker

Looking for a good wheelset

Howdy.

I am considering upgrading the wheels that came stock on my Giant TCR2 roadbike I bought a few years ago. They are Shimano stock and during the first year I had 45 flats. I don't have flats...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-15-07, 10:20 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 664
Posted By sb biker

I've had the Edge 305 for about 1 month-very...

I've had the Edge 305 for about 1 month-very cool. Has all the features and works consistently well. Sometimes the cadence monitor drops off but it has been easy to reset. The software it loads into...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-12-07, 09:24 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,667
Posted By sb biker

I am just finishing a 5 month recovery from...

I am just finishing a 5 month recovery from tearing my MCL, PCL and (lesser) my quad and a bone contusion on my left knee. I had crutches for 8 weeks but after that my doc said I could begin to use a...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-10-07, 10:38 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,172
Posted By sb biker

I got a Giant TCR2 for about that price 2 years...

I got a Giant TCR2 for about that price 2 years ago and am really happy. Solid Shimano components and a light, solid carbon frame make it a nice ride. I have not looked at the 2007/2008...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-20-07, 11:26 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 588
Posted By sb biker

I just got the Garmin Edge 305 for my birthday....

I just got the Garmin Edge 305 for my birthday. Very cool--has all the usual stuff: cadence, HR, grade, elev changes, speed, HR zones--it downloads to software that plots your course on a map and you...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
06-05-07, 11:00 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,043
Posted By sb biker

I did the same research lloking at the TACX VR...

I did the same research lloking at the TACX VR trainers. I felt the same way you do: very cool looking stuff, very iffy stability and no support. I ended up buying a Computrainer from...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-19-07, 08:45 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 747
Posted By sb biker

I'll need to--if I have extra time after rehab...

I'll need to--if I have extra time after rehab...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-18-07, 11:03 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 747
Posted By sb biker

MRI Results back: Torn MCL, PCL and Hamstring....

MRI Results back: Torn MCL, PCL and Hamstring. Bone bruise with bleeding and possible small fracture. Doc was reading the report, does not have the visuals yet to see the severity of the tears. He's...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-16-07, 09:55 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 445
Posted By sb biker

I've never done it with a bike but my friend has...

I've never done it with a bike but my friend has done a helmet cam while we skied and it worked great. It's a little vid cam that hooks to your helmet and in your pocket. Surprisingly good pictures...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-16-07, 09:53 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 747
Posted By sb biker

I just had the MRI today--results tomorrow. I...

I just had the MRI today--results tomorrow. I think docs are most worried about the miniscus (sp?). The pain is on the inside of the knee, when i bend it pops.. I'll update tomorrow but it is...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-15-07, 08:50 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 747
Posted By sb biker

spd

spd
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-15-07, 12:23 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 747
Posted By sb biker

MTB Week 2: Anyone had this knee injury?

At the end of my 2nd week MTB, I got some bad luck and wiped out after 2 hours of trail riding. We were basically back to the trailhead on the fireroad when my bike slipped out from under me...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-10-07, 10:52 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 702
Posted By sb biker

Thanks for the link and cool vid--I'm not sure...

Thanks for the link and cool vid--I'm not sure when I'll use the hop but it can't hurt to try and get greater control and balance.
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-09-07, 10:06 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 702
Posted By sb biker

Actually, 2 days later now and my wrists feel...

Actually, 2 days later now and my wrists feel fine. Got some cream for the poison oak and I'm back out on the bike and having a great time.
Thanks for the comments. It is a very hard instinct to not...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-06-07, 11:18 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 702
Posted By sb biker

1st Week on a MTB: Injury Report

Hello. I am new to the forum and new to MTB. I bought a Trek Fuel Ex7 last week and am still trying to get things down. I'm a pretty conservative rider and have been mostly at a local park (some...
Forum: Southern California
04-03-07, 11:22 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,778
Posted By sb biker

I'm from Santa Barbara, I like Fastrack here,

I'm from Santa Barbara, I like Fastrack here,
Forum: Introductions
01-17-07, 01:08 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 201
Posted By sb biker

Hello from Santa Barbara

Hi. Just joined the forum, it said to post a intro. I have been road riding for the past 2 years. Just went on my first MTB trail ride and that was a blast so I may look for a MTB. I enjoy the many...
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