Velominatus: Spun Up
Order: Level 2 Velominatus
Location: Little Rock, AR
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Started riding in May of 2012 at age 43, after three trips to the cardiac unit in one year. What started as a desperate attempt to save my life has become an obsession.
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@frank looks to me like a grammar issue; I’m betting the “they” in his sentence references “student,” not the Keepers. Also an agreement problem if the work was done by only one student. Your larger point, subtly implied, is well taken. For what it’s wort… »
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I was thinking more like this… »
Frank, at the expense of Rules #2 and #3, have you considered a Rule #62 violation for this outing? There is a ton of research out there that indicates that music enhances performance, particularly in repetitive, endurance sports. While I endorse the intent … »
@Buck Rogers amending my pick to 37.15. Think that’s still open »
If we’re playing by Price Is Right rules (closest without going over), I’m going to say 1km, Bob. I have faith in Frank, but I like owning every number between 1 and 34.99 in case of mechanicals or cramping. Otherwise, put me down for 37.25. »
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Back, for a moment, to Frank’s new ride: that exposed carbon fiber looks fantastic. We’re going to need more photos along with a full write-up ASAP. »
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Has anyone else placed a Velominati name badge on a Madone? I f’ed mine up, I think. Two problems: The profile of the top tube is very narrow where it meets the seat mast. So narrow that the badge would be illegible if applied in that area. The other pro… »
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Thanks for this. I’ve recently completed my first full year on the bike. Logged just over 17,000 km, and I must admit that the bike, and this community, have very likely saved my life. I don’t post very often, but I read everything you guys write, every d… »
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@Deakus I think that activity has its own website… »
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Wow, I’m absolutely certain that it would suck to go through life worrying what random people I pass on the road think about how I look. I couldn’t give a rat’s ass, but then again, I rock the bow tie most days, and in the summer with a seersucker suit an… »
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Thanks to all. Cheap carbs are, indeed, the bane of my existence. I have an addiction to peanut butter sandwiches that defies all logic. @Frank’s suggestion about rehydrating before I eat is a huge key. I think I’m finally ready to get serious about this,… »
Need help: I am built like a beer keg, and have been since high school. I am 176 cm tall, but my inseam is only 74 cm. My quads are 76 cm around and my chest is 112 cm. I weigh 15 stone. Friends call me Mongo, because I look like the character in Blazin… »
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@Beers How about this: Clearly, this bike is an itch that you must scratch. We’ve all been there. Buy it, love it, restore it to its former glory and then sell it to someone taller who loves it as much as you do. Take the money, hopefully with some pro… »
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224 pages of Awesome… I don’t wanna wait until ’14. What’s the ratio of new material to reprints of the best of the articles from the site? Either way, I’m in for multiple copies. »
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@gregorio Having ridden it for just over three hours, my impressions are still pretty loose. Aesthetically, I like the shape a lot, and got a pretty good sense of it’s aero qualities riding about 40k on the flat into a very stiff headwind. That was one … »
@Nate I’m with you, and I think it would hide wear better, too. I’m thinking that this finish is going to show every little scratch. Was wondering about a white seat mast, as well. I’d better be able to switch them out for free or just live with them f… »
So, I pulled the trigger, yesterday. Still has to go back to the LBS to get the bars switched and the cables trimmed up. Not in love with the lime green, but apparently, they aren’t moving, so I was able to drive a pretty hard bargain. Coming off of a 2… »
@Dan I’m helping to locate the Orbea North American headquarters here in Little Rock. I really liked the Orca Silver that I tested, but because i’m involved with the company, and an appointed official, state law says that I have to pay full price. Sucks. »
OK, honest question. I am aware that all things Trek draw scorn and ire from many of the Velominati. I, however, like the way they ride. and I think they represent good value for the money. I am currently testing a Madone 5 with full Ultegra. I like how i… »
@Nate Other than Reynolds 531, what are the other tubesets from that era that I should seek out? »
@sthilzy If I’m going, I’m going all in… would love an Italian frame with period-correct Campy. Think I’ll stick with my standard kit, but may rock exotic facial hair occasionally. I’m pretty fond of the Duane Allman (mutton chops connected to mustache)… »
I have started contemplating a vintage steel build for n+2. I can’t spend a ridiculous fortune as I am already at s-1 as far as the VMH is concerned. I figure if I build it up slowly, I can probably get away with it. One challenge I face is that it’s imp… »