CYCLING Group

by CATFISH1 on Oct 8, 2008 at 8:56 am

If your state allows it get a ccw. Then get the camel pack mule it has storage where you can place it, and it’s attached to your person. So if some one pushes you off your bike at least you have it. But remember it’s for protection only not because some punk tries to fight you. Hope this helped.

by ChadDavis on Oct 8, 2008 at 4:19 pm

Catfish, what is a CCW?

Thanks Chad

by bikeninja on Oct 9, 2008 at 12:30 pm

i hope its not a gun.a paint ball gun would be nice.

by CATFISH1 on Oct 9, 2008 at 8:25 pm

CCW stands for carrying a concealed weapon in most cases it refers to a firearm. I’m a deputy sheriff therefore I am required by policy to have my off duty weapon where ever I go. Most states allow you to apply for a CCW permit, in which they do a background check and you complete a basic firearms course. I strongly believe if you are a law abiding citizen then you should get your CCW if your state allows it, and obtain some good firearms training.

by ktmdan350 on Oct 10, 2008 at 3:43 pm

I agree! I live in an area that it is really dangerous to ride at night, but my schedule often requires it. I have my concealed weapons permit and some times carry a small 22 cal. when I ride at night. Ofcourse this isn't for everyone, the mase is a great substitute.

by bikeninja on Oct 6, 2008 at 2:18 pm

WOW!! are you talking atacks from other people?never delt with that,and i lived near detroit for over 20 years.i thought that was bad(and it is)how about mase!i have used my pump to ward off dogs?but not people.that sucks when you have to worry about getting atacked by someone.let us know what you do.good luck.

by bikeninja on Sep 29, 2008 at 9:18 am

well in a nut shell.greg thinks lance doped for all his tour wins.greg thinks he was robbed by not winning more tours(he was hot,then came back to win the tour.)the battle between him and bernard hinault.cost him a tour win.and trek dropped his line of bikes.he just wants more respect.he does need to move on.he just makes himself look like an ideot.he has good intentions,he want a cleaner sport.

by CATFISH1 on Sep 29, 2008 at 11:25 am

Oh I see....Thanks for the intel whats new in your world?

by bikeninja on Oct 1, 2008 at 12:38 pm

anytime!!

by CATFISH1 on Sep 27, 2008 at 1:54 pm

SORRY I'LL TRY AND FIX IT.

by CompuTech007 on Sep 22, 2008 at 9:11 pm

Better late than never...

Happy Birthday Lance!

by bikeninja on Sep 23, 2008 at 10:17 am

its the thought that counts.

by CompuTech007 on Sep 22, 2008 at 9:21 pm

I use CycliStats ($45 US), MotionBased (Garmin coop project) and Garmin Training center.

SportTracks (free program) it was all right but it didn't work the way I wanted it to.

My Garmin Edge 305 records stats like cadence, average/max speeds, heart rate (avg/max) distance, travel times moving and total. Garmin Training Center and MotionBased both require a compatible sports GPS device.

by CompuTech007 on Sep 13, 2008 at 8:41 am

What size of tire are you currently using? Most generally going with a better tire and keeping the inflation at it's recommended pressure works best.

I guess I should ask is this a road or off road bike? Might want to swap out both if it is an off road bike.

by ktmdan350 on Sep 13, 2008 at 1:24 pm

It is a road bike that has 700x 25c Kenda tires. I check my pressure with a floor pump ever time I go out on a ride. I'm not even sure if its glass or other debri that is causing the flats but it is driving me crazy. At least Im getting better at changing tubes and hanging at the bike shop more often!

by cal27sailor on Sep 13, 2008 at 3:14 pm

You can put liners in your tires. I used these for years with no problems. The last couple of years I used tires with Kevlar built into them. Currently using Continentals. I prefer this route. Make sure that you are inflating to the maximum...at least 110-120. Most punctures are caused by the pinching of underinflated tires.

Tony

by bikeninja on Sep 17, 2008 at 4:05 pm

i run my tires no more then 100 psi ever.i had one flat in 4 years.i use continentals.every once in a while use the palm of your hand,with gloves on.and hold it on the tire to remove any debre do both tires.becareful on the rear.you dont want to stick your hand in the spokes.this is an old school tip.

by CompuTech007 on Sep 10, 2008 at 7:37 pm

Wow, it's all true. It's great that he's going back to racing but the fact of the committment he has made to cancer awareness and research. I'm very proud of him for making this decision.

Hey if a 49 year old woman can still race and WIN at the Olympics. If he doesn't win the TDF he'll still be a winner in the cancer awareness and research race.

Cheers!

by cal27sailor on Sep 11, 2008 at 7:42 am

I think its great! You should read the article on Vanity Fair.com to understand his reasoning. It will really bring the fight on cancer to center stage. The next US administration will be hard pressed to cut funding for the fight against cancer, unlike the current one. Allez Lance, Allez!

Tony

by bikeninja on Sep 12, 2008 at 8:32 am

he is doing so much more off the bike.saying he is using this as a way to spread the word of cancer is bull!!he wants to prove all 7 tour wins were clean.its kind of selfish.he has passed the torch,now he is going to take it back.not good.plus the astana government and its suporters are kicking in a ton of money to theLAF.that helps.dont do it lance.

by ChadDavis on Sep 21, 2008 at 5:45 pm

I certainly can't blame the world's winningest cyclist for missing the sport at only 37 years old. Why people might have a problem with this I don't grasp.

Three of my closest friends are cancer survivors and I will always be a supporter of cancer research. Whether or not Cancer Awareness is the real goal isn't so important. He will certainly accomplish his stated goal.

by ChadDavis on Sep 21, 2008 at 5:45 pm

As for his cycling career, it isn't like he is a washed up old boxer who can't see that his glory years are gone; he went out winning and he wants to keep competing. So what is wrong with that. Let the young cyclists set their sights on him and try to beat him. Only time will tell whether Lance will still be on top.

by ChadDavis on Sep 21, 2008 at 5:45 pm

Not to mention, that Lance Armstrong IS a cyclist. He has trained since childhood and competed at the highest levels. When he retired, he stepped away from a huge part of his identity. We should not be surprised that he wants it back.

by bikeninja on Aug 19, 2008 at 1:41 pm

this week end is the philly livestrong challenge.will you be there?

by ktmdan350 on Aug 20, 2008 at 2:53 pm

Any idea if there are any livestrongs in Washington state?

by bikeninja on Aug 21, 2008 at 9:16 am

not yet.

by BenjaminsEO on Aug 25, 2008 at 10:25 am

Sorry for the late response, bikeninja. No I wasn't in Philly. Some of my friends were. I am going to ride it next summer. It will be my big charity ride for the year. This year I am doing El Tour de Tucson for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. I hope you enjoyed it.

by bikeninja on Aug 26, 2008 at 12:16 pm

got back on monday.had a great time.still amazes me even after 11 years with the LAF.how awsome this foundation truly is,and all the work we do.livestrong and long.

by bikeninja on Aug 15, 2008 at 1:42 pm

there are so many to chose from.i am a continental man,tires that is.i get them from germany(i havew a friend who sends them to me.)its hard to say waht is beter then the rest.tubulars or clinchers.tubulars are expensize,but ride wonderfuly.clinchers have come a long way.i got sick of paying $75.and up for a tire.now i spend a few bucks on a tube.i am a clincher man now.

by bikeninja on Aug 11, 2008 at 7:17 am

you wil get used to then fast.just make sure the tension is as loose as you can get it.it will be easeir to get your foot out.just practice as much as you can.you will ove them.

by CATFISH1 on Aug 13, 2008 at 11:21 am

It was pretty fast for me, but like the Bikeninja said MAKE SURE the tension is loose. Mine wasn’t and when I came to my first stop I looked like coco the circus bears replacement hahaha. Good luck on the ride.

by bikeninja on Aug 14, 2008 at 2:50 pm

dude thats a great one.you made me laugh with that one.coco's replacement.

by linnypooh36 on Aug 16, 2008 at 11:32 am

I fell! oh well at least it wasn't too bad. I just didn't unclip in time as I was too busy watching my son in the park. It was kinda funny as I was stopped and it happened (or felt like it) in slow motion. I was like whoaaaa, whoooaaaa boom!

by bikeninja on Aug 18, 2008 at 7:30 am

sorry should of told you to go to some grass area to practice cilping in and out.hope you are okay.it can be imbarasing.but as long as you are fine.

by CATFISH1 on Aug 5, 2008 at 12:44 pm

My buddy has three of them and loves them! He hasn’t really experienced a whole lot of problems with them, so I’d say there a good bike.

by cal27sailor on Sep 10, 2008 at 10:11 am

I have a Fuji s my back up bike. Good frame, rides well. Never heard anything bad about them.

Tony

by bikeninja on Jul 29, 2008 at 1:16 pm

i think we all do at some point.when i get a new bike i get the same fealing.

by ktmdan350 on Jul 30, 2008 at 8:27 am

I know exactly how you feel! I go way overboard with any of the new stuff that I get!

by CATFISH1 on Jul 21, 2008 at 1:27 pm

Hahahaha thats awesome....However I'm upset man I missed it. Any clue if it will air again and when? That's priceless tearing fozy bears head off.

by bikeninja on Jul 22, 2008 at 11:50 am

ya i laughed for a while.it was so lance.he and fozy were presenters at the ESPYS,fozy said something about lance and the tour,so lance smacked him upside the head.and he flew.not sure when it might air again.you might try a website.if i here anything i will pass it on.

by jpleace on Jul 20, 2008 at 9:42 pm

I think it was one of their lower models, but it is a wierelss sigma and their customer support is good. We'll see tomorrow on it's first ride! JP

by CATFISH1 on Jul 22, 2008 at 10:20 am

I have the Trek computer (low end one) its basic just gives you speed, average speed, distance, and time. It works well for me only 50 bucks I am thinking about upgrading to the polar one though I hear those are nice.

by bikerdoug on Jul 23, 2008 at 5:28 am

I have a Polar CS200 and I love it. It combines speed, average speed, distance, time, time spent in your defined HR zone, time spend above/below, avg HR, max HR. I wish I had cadence though. I've had good luck with Cateye and Trek as well...not so good luck with Vetta.

by scarey13 on Jul 19, 2008 at 11:20 am

being a brit i think he is awesome but then i would wouldn,t i

by bikeninja on Jul 21, 2008 at 1:01 pm

i am not a fan of his.he is a very dangerous sprinter.like robbie Mcewan.they have no concern for there fellow sprinter.check out erik zable.he is one of the older guys,but he still has it.

by ktmdan350 on Jul 17, 2008 at 11:46 am

It is dissapointing to see this happen! You think that the riders who got busted would have enough love for the sport to not contribute to the abuse that cycling already recieves! Even though there are all the other riders who have passed thier drug tests, these few riders who did not are the ones who will over shadow what some people think about the sport. It is really too bad!

by scarey13 on Jul 17, 2008 at 12:03 pm

picked ricco out as being my favorite ,feel absolutely gutted cadel evans is just to boring to watch

by bikeninja on Jul 17, 2008 at 1:49 pm

dont take it personal guys.its the nature of the beast.it has always been there and always will be.one bad apple does not spoil the whole bunch.

by CATFISH1 on Jul 15, 2008 at 9:28 am

Oh man that sucks! Is there any recourse you can take to get your money back??? Hopefully your not out to much $$.

by bikeninja on Jul 15, 2008 at 10:27 am

have you given nike a try.they are a huge suporter of the LAF.we all should show some loyalty.

by ktmdan350 on Jul 17, 2008 at 11:47 am

Can anyone suggest a shoe that is good for someone who is starting out?

by linnypooh36 on Jul 18, 2008 at 12:26 pm

I got lucky and was able to return them and my hubby found the right size on ebay. What I have learned is go and get fitted for the right size shoe and if you can buy them on ebay.

by CATFISH1 on Jul 11, 2008 at 10:29 am

I’ve heard good reviews on the bike especially if you’re new to riding. I think you get a good bang for your buck. The only negative thing I have heard, was the stock pedals, but just switch those bad boys out and it’s a great bike, so I am told. Hope that helped.

by CATFISH1 on Jul 11, 2008 at 10:29 am

I’ve heard good reviews on the bike especially if you’re new to riding. I think you get a good bang for your buck. The only negative thing I have heard, was the stock pedals, but just switch those bad boys out and it’s a great bike, so I am told. Hope that helped.

by ktmdan350 on Jul 10, 2008 at 1:39 pm

Wan't it due to some of his team mates failing drug tests? If that was the case I think that he should be allowed to reace, he did'nt cheat!

by bikeninja on Jul 12, 2008 at 8:16 am

team astana was not invited because of what the team did last year.(be fore levi and alberto and most of the disco's took over this year.)the tour felt they need to be tough a lession.its not fare but the tour is the tour.

by BenjaminsEO on Jul 10, 2008 at 12:22 pm

I think with those two, the biggest difference is weight. Otherwise, they are pretty close.

by CATFISH1 on Jul 9, 2008 at 7:57 am

I found mine using the gym spin bike and when I’m riding on my road bike I use the swag (scientific wild *** guess) method haha. But in all seriousness the gym bike helped. You can purchase a speed, distance, time, and cadence computer. The computer that features cadence will not be wireless unless you spend a lot of $$.

by derailleur on Jul 9, 2008 at 10:22 am

You should be able to ride in a wide range of cadences; this is your "power band". The discontinuous gear ratios mean you'll rarely be in a targeted cadence for given wind and hill and traffic, so having a wide power band will keep you from stumbling. I have a Garmin 305 now, but I used to just count revs per 6 seconds and multiply by 10.

by linnypooh36 on Jul 9, 2008 at 1:29 pm

so is your candance in spinning class going to be different than it would be if your out riding on the road?

by CATFISH1 on Jul 9, 2008 at 1:41 pm

I find mine stay relatively the same unless I encounter resistance such as wind or a hill.

by arno on Jul 10, 2008 at 2:01 am

Polar has some very good bike computers that measure cadance. I use the CS200cad that allows connection to a PC. It was cheap and does the job perfect. And it's wireless! I used it on my MTB and it handled the bumps with no problems. Now its on the Road bike. It does allow for 2 bikes on the same computer but a MTB is no place for fancy toys.

by bikeninja on Jul 8, 2008 at 1:40 pm

i live in south texas.we also dont have much hilss.i do wind traing.use the wind.we get a good amount here.i travel to europe at least once a year.i have climbed most of the tour climbs.and that has been my traing.wind can be a great training tool.its usualy always there.it will make you suffer like nothing else.i also run,doing intervals has helped with weights at the local YMCA.it works for me.

by Pathman on Jul 8, 2008 at 1:48 pm

Wind is your best bet, but is not exactly the same. Another option is a stationary with blocks under the fork/front tire to simulate the climbing position.

For overall speed, probably go to power training. That takes special equipment. Heart rate next best. I use the Chris Carmicheal training planning from "The Ultimate Ride" and "The Lance Armstrong Performance Program".

by arno on Jul 8, 2008 at 10:35 pm

Speed is linked to how fast you turn the cranks. For road cycling you need to have a cadance between 90 - 100. Make sure you can maintain this speed and then start using higher gears. I've been doing mountain biking and am regularly reminding myself to gear down on the road bike.

by CATFISH1 on Jul 9, 2008 at 8:00 am

Thanks all hit the trail this morning for a short ride (1 hour) averaged 20mph went into a strong head wind but coming home was fun fun fun.

by bikeninja on Jul 14, 2008 at 10:29 am

great advise pathman.i forgot all about those books.thanks

by SJMACDERM on Jun 17, 2010 at 3:04 am

 
Hey all. new to group. looking for tips on getting started.....