MexicanDragon Posted March 31, 2013 Report Posted March 31, 2013 Hey guys, if there's anyone wearing an XL or XXL, there is a BMC team rep KIT (jersey and bibs) for 30 bucks on Competitive Cyclist! http://www.competitivecyclist.com/product-apparel/2012-bmc-team-replica-set-36465.16.1.html?CMP_ID=DM_CRT012fb&mv_pc=r350&mr:referralID=54586b62-99ce-11e2-a969-001b2166c2c0 I'm debating 1, or 2 pair. Yes, wearing BMC stuff while not having BMC stuff ftl, but hell, after the house fire in 2011 (MIL's place), I made it out with 1 cheap pair of shorts, and that's it. **BRENT**
MexicanDragon Posted March 31, 2013 Report Posted March 31, 2013 Also, I found a Garmin 200 NIB on CL here for 75$. I'be been looking for a computer and I was wanting one to switch from mtn to road. It's about 50$ off new. Has anyone used the 200? Any reason not to pick this up today? **BRENT**
VPI Posted March 31, 2013 Report Posted March 31, 2013 Hey guys, if there's anyone wearing an XL or XXL, there is a BMC team rep KIT (jersey and bibs) for 30 bucks on Competitive Cyclist! http://www.competitivecyclist.com/product-apparel/2012-bmc-team-replica-set-36465.16.1.html?CMP_ID=DM_CRT012fb&mv_pc=r350&mr:referralID=54586b62-99ce-11e2-a969-001b2166c2c0 I'm debating 1, or 2 pair. Yes, wearing BMC stuff while not having BMC stuff ftl, but hell, after the house fire in 2011 (MIL's place), I made it out with 1 cheap pair of shorts, and that's it. **BRENT** I have read that set runs very small Brent.
MexicanDragon Posted March 31, 2013 Report Posted March 31, 2013 I was reading that too, Jeff. Was hoping XXL would work. For 30, maybe it could be a mid-season goal? **BRENT**
n_maher Posted March 31, 2013 Report Posted March 31, 2013 Brent, I wear XXL for most euro-built cycling gear. At 6'-1" I guess I should weigh 150lbs or something in order to fit the mold that is used for cycling clothing.
MexicanDragon Posted March 31, 2013 Report Posted March 31, 2013 Why you gotta be so depressing, Nate? Oh, hey, 30$ for a jersey and bib for you, at least. Showing 47-49 in XXL for chest, and 42 for the bibs. Bah, I'll just pass on it, but some of you guys may could snag it. Off to the bike shop soon to search for clearance 9XL stuff, perhaps. Oh, and got word that Garmin is still for sale on CL. **BRENT**
VPI Posted March 31, 2013 Report Posted March 31, 2013 Brent, try: http://www.love2pedal.com http://www.aerotechdesigns.com/big-and-tall-cycling-apparel.html?gclid=CPnQzu-up7YCFRCf4AodDgUA7Q
grawk Posted March 31, 2013 Report Posted March 31, 2013 I just bought a hi-viz orange pearl izumi jersey, so that I can ride on base.
boomana Posted March 31, 2013 Author Report Posted March 31, 2013 Nice, Dan. Time for you to get riding! So....drum roll please....52 pain free miles today! I'm back!!!! I broke out the Calfee, and I forgot how much I liked these wheels and tires. I thought I was going to do a quick 20, but felt so good I kept going. I was aided by a beautiful tailwind going north, and rode faster than I ever have before: 19-22 the whole way, minus the crazy church traffic section in Palm Beach , and even kicked it up to 23-25 when I was trying to impress a couple handsome older guys, but that only lasted two miles I'm still sorta shocked. Of course, that same friendly wind kicked my azz on the way back home, and I was back between 14-16 mph, but I wasn't alone in that, and even the groups were chugging along. I seriously bonked the last five mile. Between the gusts coming off the ocean, and the fact that I'd eaten nothing since dinner yesterday, and no carbs at that, I'm surprised I didn't die out earlier. Mile 32 at the Palm Beach Inlet. 1
VPI Posted March 31, 2013 Report Posted March 31, 2013 That is amazing Vicki, seems like just weeks ago you thought you were not going to get back to form. I still could not ride that long. Partly because of comfort but mostly because of just getting bored and wanting to do something else. 1-1.5 hours is about my limit.
Pars Posted March 31, 2013 Report Posted March 31, 2013 Way to go Vicki and all! Nice here but I came down with a cold and feel like shit. May try to get out for a short one later today, though the wind is kicking up here.
boomana Posted March 31, 2013 Author Report Posted March 31, 2013 Jeff, I find it really meditative, probably because I'm just riding along the ocean in a straight line, and at least where I ride (north from Delray Beach to Palm Beach), there are very few traffic areas or lights where you have to stop. Riding south, near where John lives, is more annoying, and I'm done after 30 miles. I actually find it easier to go long when riding alone. I'm kinda surprised on the difference between only a few weeks ago and the past week. Physical therapy seemed to do the trick. Although workman's comp will no longer pay, I'm signing up for one more month. Feel better, Chris! John and Mike, do you want to ride next Sunday? I'm getting the hitch put on the Vibe for the 1UP bike rack on Saturday morning, but I think I'm finally ready to ride with friends again.
n_maher Posted March 31, 2013 Report Posted March 31, 2013 Big Congrat Vicki! Feel better Chris. This! It was gorgeous here today but Easter activities occupied most of my free time.
Dreadhead Posted March 31, 2013 Report Posted March 31, 2013 Big Congrat Vicki! Feel better Chris. This. Crappy weather today. Indoors all day.
parris Posted March 31, 2013 Report Posted March 31, 2013 Cool beans Vicki! The Calfee is a really sharp bike as well. Colds suck in general but often times an easy spin has seemed to help when one hits.
grawk Posted March 31, 2013 Report Posted March 31, 2013 put my new cassette on the caad9. Now I need to adjust the derailleur and potentially get a new chain, and the local hills shouldn't be quite so brutal anymore.
n_maher Posted March 31, 2013 Report Posted March 31, 2013 Dan, if that cassette ends up causing too many adjustment issues I have a 11-28 that I could swap with you. It's what I've been riding so far this year and while not as nice as the 32 it's still pretty good on the hills. I can't remember what you're coming from but I think it was a close ratio, right?
boomana Posted March 31, 2013 Author Report Posted March 31, 2013 Dan, I've seen the pics of your driveway. If they resemble the hills around there, they will still be brutal.
grawk Posted March 31, 2013 Report Posted March 31, 2013 Honestly, if the derailleur can't handle this cassette, I'll probably throw a mtb derailleur on the back until I'm in shape enough to go back to stock dura ace. Dan, I've seen the pics of your driveway. If they resemble the hills around there, they will still be brutal. Yah, i meant the normal hills, which aren't anything like that severe
boomana Posted March 31, 2013 Author Report Posted March 31, 2013 I'd like to propose a late summer, early fall hc cycling meet. I think that's enough time for some of us (selfishly thinking about me) to get in shape.
pigmode Posted March 31, 2013 Report Posted March 31, 2013 Slowly getting back into it starting yesterdays rides of 32mi. Probably rode too hard, but did a short 6:30am ride this mornings as well. Still not out of the tunnel but it looks like 6:15am starts are possibly now--happy days!
parris Posted April 1, 2013 Report Posted April 1, 2013 I could be wrong but I think the Dura Ace "might" be able to handle a 32 depending on what the chain ring combination is. What cassette and chain ring combo do you have on the bike now?
grawk Posted April 1, 2013 Report Posted April 1, 2013 FSA SL-K Carbon, 39/53 front (could be 34/50, not positive, got it used and haven't counted) Shimano Ultegra, 12-25 rear http://allcdale.com/cannondale_specifications.php?Year=2007&Model=CAAD9%20Optimo%201
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