Post your Centurion Ironman.. For the love of 80s paint jobs!
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Took another look. Is that a combo bottle holder/sissy bar? Never seen one like that.
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...I am shifting my riding to the hottest part of the day to acclimate to the heat. Here that usually means low to mid 90s and high humidity. Probably going to gear my bike a litle on the high side so I can lope along at a slow cadence like a triathlete to reduce heat buildup. Might put on a dual seatpost bottle cage to increase fluid capacity. Have to check and see how close the SAGs are to each other.
Last summer I got a hydration backpack but used it only once, on an attempted summertime century. Turned out to be the hottest day of the year, I got started late, so by noon I realized a full century wouldn't be practical. I looped back home and finished with about 50 miles. I'd already finished both insulated bottles and had on a few sips left in the 2-liter hydration pack. And my route didn't pass any convenience stores or places to refill. But it gave me an idea of how much water I'll really need for a full century, which means ensuring my route includes at least a couple of rest stops at refill stations.
This year I've been walking and jogging up to two hours with the full hydration backpack to get accustomed to the weight. I didn't need the full pack but wanted to be sure I could handle it for a longer bike ride.
It's not a great solution but not as bad as I'd expected.
One advantage is I chill the filled hydration bladder in the fridge, and the insulated backpack keeps it cool much longer than I'd expected, which also keeps my back a little cooler despite all the sweating.
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That may be my new mantra.
Actually I haven't ridden on the road since May. I've been riding our river walk on my gravel bike, it's the Centurion Comp TA that RT gifted me. It's just so much fun to ride and I don't have to be stressed about cars. Currently it's my most fun ride. I only do about 8 to 15 miles.
However, finally, I rode on the road yesterday. It seriously had been a while. I rode 20 then later another 17 with a friend. I felt surprisingly good. I rode my '85 with 8 speed Campy and forks from an '88 Ironman that RT gave me.
Son, the wheels are in motion.
I sent a link of HnH to my biking buddy and said we need to do this and used your line, " We don't hafta be fast. All we gotta do is finish." Like me he's not in great shape right now and I can't remember the last time we rode together.
I need to take new pics instead of recycling old ones. It has new tires on it now...and saddle is level.
Actually I haven't ridden on the road since May. I've been riding our river walk on my gravel bike, it's the Centurion Comp TA that RT gifted me. It's just so much fun to ride and I don't have to be stressed about cars. Currently it's my most fun ride. I only do about 8 to 15 miles.
However, finally, I rode on the road yesterday. It seriously had been a while. I rode 20 then later another 17 with a friend. I felt surprisingly good. I rode my '85 with 8 speed Campy and forks from an '88 Ironman that RT gave me.
Son, the wheels are in motion.
I sent a link of HnH to my biking buddy and said we need to do this and used your line, " We don't hafta be fast. All we gotta do is finish." Like me he's not in great shape right now and I can't remember the last time we rode together.
I need to take new pics instead of recycling old ones. It has new tires on it now...and saddle is level.
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Try it! Just remember, No good deed goes unpunished.
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Slight update on the Prestige. A couple of days ago, I got a package from a man we'll call "nobody." I opened it up and these were in it! By coincidence, I have a wheelset with Mavic MA40s.(the clincher versions of the Mavic GP4 tubulars that came on the Prestige originally) I'm going to swap the MA40s with the GP4s then mount the tires. It will retain the original look and add some spice. I need to take pictures for Fleslider first.
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Speaking of a man called nobody, I got to thinking about that funny Western movie "My name is Nobody." Those were some hilarious quick draw scenes! How does this relate to Centurion IM bicycles? Well, I think that the man called nobody that sent me the tires bears more that a passing resemblance to the star of the movie Terrance Hill. No wonder he always has good luck with the ladies while he is riding his Ironman bicycles. If only we had some pictures from the person who sent me the tires in his younger days for comparison. You be the judge.
Edit: I managed to come up with pics of the person in question in his younger days! You can decide if there is a resemblance. Take a real close look at the pics. One of those other people in the pics might have a bike named after him.
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Edit: I managed to come up with pics of the person in question in his younger days! You can decide if there is a resemblance. Take a real close look at the pics. One of those other people in the pics might have a bike named after him.
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Slight update on the Prestige. A couple of days ago, I got a package from a man we'll call "nobody." I opened it up and these were in it! By coincidence, I have a wheelset with Mavic MA40s.(the clincher versions of the Mavic GP4 tubulars that came on the Prestige originally) I'm going to swap the MA40s with the GP4s then mount the tires. It will retain the original look and add some spice. I need to take pictures for Fleslider first.
Have you tore it completely down yet?
And cleaned and polished all components?
And stared at it for a long time?
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Nice. Panaracers? I think they make the Soma Supple Vitesse SL shoes on my Ironman right now. Best tires I've ever ridden, surprisingly durable for being superlight (as the SL name implies). As supple with butyl tubes as my Conti GP Classic skinwalls *with* latex tubes, although the GP Classic tread should wear longer due to the thicker raised center tread strip.
Yeah, those Terrence Hill movies were great. Loved 'em since I was a kid when they first came out. I still rewatch them whenever they're on TV. Those movies were to Clint Eastwood spaghetti Westerns as Galaxy Quest was to Star Trek. A humorous homage, not just a parody.
Yeah, those Terrence Hill movies were great. Loved 'em since I was a kid when they first came out. I still rewatch them whenever they're on TV. Those movies were to Clint Eastwood spaghetti Westerns as Galaxy Quest was to Star Trek. A humorous homage, not just a parody.
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I cut a pinky toenail too short earlier this week and it separated. So, no running this week. Riding the bike instead. Wife and daughter are looking at colleges this weekend, so I should get a long, hot, humid ride or 2 in.
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I only bought this so this thread wouldn't get buried and lost forever. I'm just a giver I guess.
Well that, and it was my size, and cool, and $50.
I believe it's an '89 Master. Some scuffs that should clean up nicely and luckily no rust that often accompany these.
These seem a bit more rare than the '88's (smoke) or maybe I just haven't noticed.
Bonus: He had 2 Coleman 508 stoves at $20 each that I scored - because I have issues
Well that, and it was my size, and cool, and $50.
I believe it's an '89 Master. Some scuffs that should clean up nicely and luckily no rust that often accompany these.
These seem a bit more rare than the '88's (smoke) or maybe I just haven't noticed.
Bonus: He had 2 Coleman 508 stoves at $20 each that I scored - because I have issues
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I only bought this so this thread wouldn't get buried and lost forever. I'm just a giver I guess.
Well that, and it was my size, and cool, and $50.
I believe it's an '89 Master. Some scuffs that should clean up nicely and luckily no rust that often accompany these.
These seem a bit more rare than the '88's (smoke) or maybe I just haven't noticed.
Bonus: He had 2 Coleman 508 stoves at $20 each that I scored - because I have issues
Well that, and it was my size, and cool, and $50.
I believe it's an '89 Master. Some scuffs that should clean up nicely and luckily no rust that often accompany these.
These seem a bit more rare than the '88's (smoke) or maybe I just haven't noticed.
Bonus: He had 2 Coleman 508 stoves at $20 each that I scored - because I have issues
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I only bought this so this thread wouldn't get buried and lost forever. I'm just a giver I guess.
Well that, and it was my size, and cool, and $50.
I believe it's an '89 Master. Some scuffs that should clean up nicely and luckily no rust that often accompany these.
These seem a bit more rare than the '88's (smoke) or maybe I just haven't noticed.
Bonus: He had 2 Coleman 508 stoves at $20 each that I scored - because I have issues
Well that, and it was my size, and cool, and $50.
I believe it's an '89 Master. Some scuffs that should clean up nicely and luckily no rust that often accompany these.
These seem a bit more rare than the '88's (smoke) or maybe I just haven't noticed.
Bonus: He had 2 Coleman 508 stoves at $20 each that I scored - because I have issues
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Death fork? Naaaah!!
Coleman issues? Really? You want to talk about Coleman issues?
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You have weird military and health paranoia issues
I don't have a military stove yet, but I have (11) 502's, (2) 508's, (4) more modern single burners I can't recall the #'s. I also have 5 suitcase stoves including one 3 burner and a red diamond aluminum. Also 3 propane grille / stoves. I also have 6 lanterns, 4 of which are the red 200a's and 2 big hats. Not that its a contest or anything I have an Optimus 111 and a few Svea's, but those don't count.
Nice collection
I don't have a military stove yet, but I have (11) 502's, (2) 508's, (4) more modern single burners I can't recall the #'s. I also have 5 suitcase stoves including one 3 burner and a red diamond aluminum. Also 3 propane grille / stoves. I also have 6 lanterns, 4 of which are the red 200a's and 2 big hats. Not that its a contest or anything I have an Optimus 111 and a few Svea's, but those don't count.
Nice collection
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Both nice collections!
I've resisted taking on that collection hobby. I console myself with the fact that I may only have and use one Coleman 425, it's the one my parents bought when they were expecting me: because they were going to be camp cooking for a family now!
I've resisted taking on that collection hobby. I console myself with the fact that I may only have and use one Coleman 425, it's the one my parents bought when they were expecting me: because they were going to be camp cooking for a family now!
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Wazzzzzuuuuupppp IM Nation! The HNH is just around the corner. Lord Voldetunes and I need a roll call of who'll be there. I'm finishing up the bike this afternoon so I can test ride tomorrow. Let us know.
Update on the Lord Voldetunes epic Ride Across Wisconsin. 231 miles in one day! That speaks for itself. No other words are needed.
Update on the Lord Voldetunes epic Ride Across Wisconsin. 231 miles in one day! That speaks for itself. No other words are needed.
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I don't recognize that specific overall design with water bottle and other(?) attachment points, but the basic "sissy bar" portion was meant to push your butt against to drive a bigger gear.
I seem to recall it was an Aussie (Velocity?) or Kiwi company that produced the one most advertised.
Another short-lived product was a cable that attached to the head tube or stem at one end and then to a belt worn by the rider at the other end.
There's a photo out there somewhere of Mark Allen using this cable.
Same concept of providing a forward force (a pulling force this time) to counter the rearward force of pushing the crank over the top.
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Old school triathlon rig, late 80s-early 90s I think. The "Wild West" days of triathlon product innovation.
I don't recognize that specific overall design with water bottle and other(?) attachment points, but the basic "sissy bar" portion was meant to push your butt against to drive a bigger gear.
I seem to recall it was an Aussie (Velocity?) or Kiwi company that produced the one most advertised.
Another short-lived product was a cable that attached to the head tube or stem at one end and then to a belt worn by the rider at the other end.
There's a photo out there somewhere of Mark Allen using this cable.
Same concept of providing a forward force (a pulling force this time) to counter the rearward force of pushing the crank over the top.
I don't recognize that specific overall design with water bottle and other(?) attachment points, but the basic "sissy bar" portion was meant to push your butt against to drive a bigger gear.
I seem to recall it was an Aussie (Velocity?) or Kiwi company that produced the one most advertised.
Another short-lived product was a cable that attached to the head tube or stem at one end and then to a belt worn by the rider at the other end.
There's a photo out there somewhere of Mark Allen using this cable.
Same concept of providing a forward force (a pulling force this time) to counter the rearward force of pushing the crank over the top.
The cable thing iircc was first used by the russian olympic team. Then Mark Allen used it in the Hawaiian Ironman world championship. It's the Ironman that he had to be put in the hospital for internal bleeding. He was pacing off Dave Scott all day until the run at which point he decided he could outrun The Man, and hence the hospital stay. In Mark Allen's book he said he was in the hospital bed and Dave was on TV complaining about Mark tapping his toes during the swim .
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Wazzzzzuuuuupppp IM Nation! The HNH is just around the corner. Lord Voldetunes and I need a roll call of who'll be there. I'm finishing up the bike this afternoon so I can test ride tomorrow. Let us know.
Update on the Lord Voldetunes epic Ride Across Wisconsin. 231 miles in one day! That speaks for itself. No other words are needed.
Update on the Lord Voldetunes epic Ride Across Wisconsin. 231 miles in one day! That speaks for itself. No other words are needed.
Also what day y'all are set to arrive.
Thanks