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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-09-14, 11:56 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,574
Posted By roadiespinner

+1 for Pearl Izumi Lobster Claws. I even use a...

+1 for Pearl Izumi Lobster Claws. I even use a thin "glove liner" with them
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-09-14, 11:33 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,269
Posted By roadiespinner

I do not use a heart rate monitor. I just ride...

I do not use a heart rate monitor. I just ride hard, until my lips start tingling, then I back off a little. (Before I pass out.)
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-21-12, 10:00 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,741
Posted By roadiespinner

I have used Bag Balm for over 15 years and have...

I have used Bag Balm for over 15 years and have never had problems with staining. Reach through and put some on your "sit bones" works fine, unless the cat wants to "help".
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-08-12, 12:15 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,989
Posted By roadiespinner

I use Sidi Dominators with the old style SPD...

I use Sidi Dominators with the old style SPD pedal/cleat system. They work great for me with no hot foot issues.
Do some research on "hot foot". The answer may be to move the cleat forward or...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-18-12, 11:53 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,006
Posted By roadiespinner

I have two Roubaix Comps, both triples, love them...

I have two Roubaix Comps, both triples, love them both.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-19-11, 06:43 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 45,938
Posted By roadiespinner

NO doubt!!

NO doubt!!
Forum: Touring
11-10-11, 03:20 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 942
Posted By roadiespinner

I probably have a dozen buffs. The first several...

I probably have a dozen buffs. The first several were purchased at the Great Western Bike Rally in Paso Robles from the "Buff Girl". Her demonstration of the Buff as a "tube top" sold me on the...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-08-11, 11:59 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 4,078
Posted By roadiespinner

In 35 years of cycling I have fallen 3 times hard...

In 35 years of cycling I have fallen 3 times hard enough to crack my helmet. I do not ride anywhere without one. In my opinion it is foolish to ride without a helmet.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-06-11, 11:11 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,237
Posted By roadiespinner

This year at 65, diagnosed with prostate cancer,...

This year at 65, diagnosed with prostate cancer, back pain all of the time, hip starting to hurt as well. Ridden over 3000 miles this year. Life is good!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-06-11, 11:05 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 4,478
Posted By roadiespinner

Serfas Cosmos. I have them on 3 of my bikes.

Serfas Cosmos. I have them on 3 of my bikes.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-06-11, 11:02 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 498
Posted By roadiespinner

Check the rim strip. Some of the plastic ones get...

Check the rim strip. Some of the plastic ones get cracks in them then "pinch" the tube, when they flex.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-06-11, 10:59 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 2,847
Posted By roadiespinner

Chips and Guacamole,mmmm.

Chips and Guacamole,mmmm.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-06-11, 10:55 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,410
Posted By roadiespinner

I don't know if there is any such thing as a...

I don't know if there is any such thing as a "good" indoor trainer. I put on 5 layers of clothing and ride through the winter in Reno.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-10-11, 12:33 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 60,014
Posted By roadiespinner

+1 for the one that fits. If it doesn't fit you...

+1 for the one that fits. If it doesn't fit you won't enjoy riding it.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-30-11, 11:37 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 7,083
Posted By roadiespinner

Never pass up a chance to eat or pee!

Never pass up a chance to eat or pee!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-29-11, 12:03 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,410
Posted By roadiespinner

I have used Shimano SPD pedals and cleats for...

I have used Shimano SPD pedals and cleats for years and have never fallen because of them. When I first started with them, I took a friends advice to set the tension to the lightest tension setting,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-28-11, 11:56 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,365
Posted By roadiespinner

I wear Oakleys with a prescription and have no...

I wear Oakleys with a prescription and have no problem with them. However I do not have the "bifocal" part because I can see the cyclometer and route sheets on the handlebar just fine without it....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-27-11, 10:43 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,955
Posted By roadiespinner

Take-a-Look glasses mounted mirror. It could save...

Take-a-Look glasses mounted mirror. It could save your life.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-27-11, 10:27 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 2,639
Posted By roadiespinner

"Take-a-Look"glasses mounted. Never leave home...

"Take-a-Look"glasses mounted. Never leave home without it!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-21-11, 09:41 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,355
Posted By roadiespinner

I was recently diagnosed with prostate cancer and...

I was recently diagnosed with prostate cancer and assured by the Urologist, a cyclist himself, that cycling had nothing to do with it. I have been told though that riding, or having sex, 24 hours...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-07-11, 01:13 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,434
Posted By roadiespinner

My Urologist, who is also a cyclist, says that...

My Urologist, who is also a cyclist, says that cycling does not harm the prostate. The folks who did my ultrasound prostate test said that sex, cycling, or anything else that stimulates the prostate...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-07-11, 12:47 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,357
Posted By roadiespinner

Raising the bar should help but a good overall...

Raising the bar should help but a good overall fit is best. Spend a few bucks and get a good bike fit to make sure everything else is where it should be.
Also make sure that you are riding with...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-14-11, 10:43 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 4,417
Posted By roadiespinner

Bag Balm on me not the chamois. Never leave home...

Bag Balm on me not the chamois. Never leave home without it.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-31-10, 10:48 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 995
Posted By roadiespinner

I use the mini Payday bar. It has all that you...

I use the mini Payday bar. It has all that you need and doesn't melt. Sorry, no chocolate.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-13-10, 10:53 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 8,017
Posted By roadiespinner

2840,with lots of climbing, in Reno. Now that the...

2840,with lots of climbing, in Reno. Now that the snow has stopped I will get more.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-13-10, 10:49 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,704
Posted By roadiespinner

I make a weak mixture of Gatorade, from powder,...

I make a weak mixture of Gatorade, from powder, and through in some powdered tea for caffeine. I eat Payday candy bars, salt,protein and sugar. What more do you need?
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-10-10, 07:24 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,167
Posted By roadiespinner

I have "faked" throwing my water bottle...

I have "faked" throwing my water bottle accompanied by a stream of whatever is in the bottle and a loud "NO". [Squeeze the water bottle as you fake the throw to generate the stream of liquid.] If...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-10-10, 07:01 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 975
Posted By roadiespinner

Snowing here in Reno now. A couple of weeks ago,...

Snowing here in Reno now. A couple of weeks ago, I did a three day ride from the Bay Area to Yosemite and the third day we had to put chains on the SAG vehicles to get into the park.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-31-10, 10:58 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,362
Posted By roadiespinner

Definitely ones with a stiff sole. Try Thrift...

Definitely ones with a stiff sole. Try Thrift Stores in your area or ebay for older style cycling shoes.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-16-10, 09:18 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,516
Posted By roadiespinner

A trick I learned, after bending several stems....

A trick I learned, after bending several stems. Is to unscrew the "barrel" just enough, that when you tap it air comes out. [If air will come out, it will go in.] By not unscrewing it all the way,...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-05-09, 09:57 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,192
Posted By roadiespinner

If I am flying to the start of the tour, I ride...

If I am flying to the start of the tour, I ride my Bike Friday Air Glide. It folds into a suitcase and flies as checked luggage. It has an Ultegra triple in front and the low gear in back is a 32....
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-31-09, 11:07 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 12,457
Posted By roadiespinner

Nothing between me and my shorts, other than Bag...

Nothing between me and my shorts, other than Bag Balm
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-31-09, 11:04 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,798
Posted By roadiespinner

Bag Balm, right on the sit bones area, and any...

Bag Balm, right on the sit bones area, and any place else that gets friction. That's as graphic as I want to be.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-18-09, 08:19 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 431
Posted By roadiespinner

Durace pedal repair

I have a Durace PD 7410 pedal that has tension adjuster problems. The tension screw is off the pedal and there is a small part [probably the tension indicator] rattling around inside the pedal body....
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-13-09, 11:40 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,208
Posted By roadiespinner

I have about 3500 miles on my Specialized Roubaix...

I have about 3500 miles on my Specialized Roubaix Comp, and it is the most comfortable bike I have ridden, in 25 years.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-26-09, 10:24 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,021
Posted By roadiespinner

I ride Specialized Armadillo, almost bullet...

I ride Specialized Armadillo, almost bullet proof. I can't remember when I last had a flat with them. I like the 25/23 with the 25 casing and the 23 tread. You get the "cushy" 25 ride with the...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-15-09, 09:32 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,395
Posted By roadiespinner

I use Giro helmets with visors and have noticed...

I use Giro helmets with visors and have noticed that the visor moves up and down some, on the helmet. If I am riding the drops, I will push the visor back up on the helmet, but do not push the helmet...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-05-09, 10:24 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,021
Posted By roadiespinner

+1 on the Armadillos. NO flats. I like the Elite...

+1 on the Armadillos. NO flats. I like the Elite 25/23s with the 25 casing and the 23 tread. Little softer ride than just 23s, but only 23 tread rolling resistants.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-25-09, 10:56 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 970
Posted By roadiespinner

I rode the Trace from Nashville to Natchez and...

I rode the Trace from Nashville to Natchez and back to Jackson. I had a great time and had no problem with traffic. We stayed at motels, hotels and Plantations off the trace.
The trace can get...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-17-09, 10:02 PM
Replies: 128
Views: 5,928
Posted By roadiespinner

Bag Balm

Bag Balm
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-15-09, 10:49 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 719
Posted By roadiespinner

I road the Canal, Buffalo to Albany, in October ...

I road the Canal, Buffalo to Albany, in October 2008. We stopped in Pittford and I remember the Coal Tower. This was the best tour I have ever done.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-15-09, 10:38 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,469
Posted By roadiespinner

Try the Shimano SPD [not SPDR] road pedal with...

Try the Shimano SPD [not SPDR] road pedal with the SH-71 cleat, for the float. The SIDI Dominator shoe, so you can walk better on the recessed cleat. I have used both for years and have had no...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-07-09, 11:15 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,262
Posted By roadiespinner

Beverly, I bought a pair of used Sidis on...

Beverly,
I bought a pair of used Sidis on ebay, and while I have several pair with the old style latch I was not familiar with the new latch. I tried them on and was unable to get them off. I kept...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-27-09, 11:52 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 3,765
Posted By roadiespinner

Set the tension on the pedal at it's "lightest"...

Set the tension on the pedal at it's "lightest" setting. It is unlikely you will inadvertently pull out of the pedal, and it will make clipping in and out easier.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-11-09, 10:15 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,764
Posted By roadiespinner

I like to ride more upright and less bent over....

I like to ride more upright and less bent over. What works for me is a road drop bar with the top of the bar a little above the saddle. I roll the bar up a little to bring the hoods closer. The drop...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-11-09, 10:03 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 8,844
Posted By roadiespinner

FYI. Greg LeMond was a skier in high school, here...

FYI. Greg LeMond was a skier in high school, here in Reno. He took up downhill skiing to cross train. The rest is history.
Forum: Touring
01-23-09, 11:04 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 520
Posted By roadiespinner

We rode from Buffalo to NYC last October and had...

We rode from Buffalo to NYC last October and had plenty of fall color.
Probably need something more to the south.
Forum: Touring
01-23-09, 10:21 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 520
Posted By roadiespinner

Need advice for 3 week tour

I ride with a club that does multi week tours, usually two to three weeks. We use a van to carry our gear and we do motel stay. A couple in our group usually scouts the routes and makes the route...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-09-09, 12:52 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,366
Posted By roadiespinner

I have used Armadillos for years and currently...

I have used Armadillos for years and currently have them on 5 of my bikes. They are a little harsh and perhaps a little harder to mount than some others. But then I have had one flat in the last 9000...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-16-08, 09:36 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 646
Posted By roadiespinner

I have a Saris, Thelma,two bike rack, and I love...

I have a Saris, Thelma,two bike rack, and I love it.
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