Re: [RBW] First Century!

[Christopher Chen]

I hate to play the devil's advocate, but how long have you had that SA? My
B-17 is finally broken in after a year (and probably more than a thousand
miles) or so, and it's fantastic to ride now, but I couldn't imagine going
for the tour I just did on a new-ish saddle.

cc


On Tue, Oct 8, 2013 at 10:57 AM, Tony DeFilippo  wrote:

> Not on my Atlantis but I'd argue that my 650B Trek is heavily Riv'd in
> setup.
>
> I took advantage of the Gov't shutdown last week to take off on a long
> ride. I didn't set out convinced I would attempt a full century, in fact my
> only goal was to exceed my previous long distance ride of around 50 miles.
> But at about the 25ish mile point I realized that the weather was great,
> the bike was handling good, my body felt right  (at the time), and I really
> didn't have anything I needed to be home for that night.  So I decided I'd
> push on to the end of the W&OD Rail Trail, having picked it up at its
> beginning in Shirlington, VA.
>
> I ended up dealing with pretty persistant hamstring cramping from about
> mile 35 on but was able to ride through it.  I stopped alot to rest and
> take in view's where they were and struck up a couple good conversations
> with fellow furloughed riders out enjoying the day.  I even had a
> Riv-Spotting, running into Mary of the Chasing 
> Mailboxesblog on her sweet orange Moonbeam.
>
> One dissapointment for me was the Selle An Atomica saddle, I guess it's
> just not going to be the right saddle for me.  I avoided any numbness
> issues but was feeling significant pressure in my 'sit bones' the whole
> ride.  I initially thought that was a pretty good tradeoff given that I was
> able to complete the long day in the saddle.  But the next day I discovered
> not just saddle sores but actual bruising corresponding to both sit bones
> and even a week later I'm still recovering from them.  This definitely
> wouldn't work on a multi-day tour for me.  I think I just need a wider
> saddle and I probably will probably try out a Brooks Flyer, I've got a B67
> which I like but have found it to be less comfortable at 30+ miles.
>
> The other lesson learned related to bike handling, I discovered mulitple
> times in high speed descents that there is a point where the bike develops
> a wicked shimmy to the point of becoming a front and rear shimmy.  Based on
> my weight (250lbs) and the relatively thin tubes I'm not really suprised,
> also the 650b conversion is probably contributing.  I don't really feel
> like its a deal breaker, more a good discovery of one of the 'edges of the
> envelope' for this bike.
>
> The list of positives is far longer though;
>
> -Doubled my previous long ride
> -Used the drops for the first time and actually liked it
> -Noodle bars with cotton over inner tubes was fantastically comfortable,
> no issues with my hands throughout the ride (I did put on gloves at the
> turnaround)
> -Discovered the ability to ride through the pain of the cramps
> -Had somewhat random bursts of really strong riding even late into the day
> -Front basket with 'bungie net' was extremely versatile and the best
> 'gadget' of the ride
> -I ate every 10-20miles in small quantities and never really 'bonked'
> -Great views of the VA countryside especially past Herndon
>
> Pictures prove it happened...
> http://dr2dc.blogspot.com/2013/10/shutdown-solo-century.html
>
> Tony
>
>
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[RBW] First Century!

[Tony DeFilippo]

Not on my Atlantis but I'd argue that my 650B Trek is heavily Riv'd in 
setup.
 
I took advantage of the Gov't shutdown last week to take off on a long 
ride. I didn't set out convinced I would attempt a full century, in fact my 
only goal was to exceed my previous long distance ride of around 50 miles.  
But at about the 25ish mile point I realized that the weather was great, 
the bike was handling good, my body felt right  (at the time), and I really 
didn't have anything I needed to be home for that night.  So I decided I'd 
push on to the end of the W&OD Rail Trail, having picked it up at its 
beginning in Shirlington, VA.  
 
I ended up dealing with pretty persistant hamstring cramping from about 
mile 35 on but was able to ride through it.  I stopped alot to rest and 
take in view's where they were and struck up a couple good conversations 
with fellow furloughed riders out enjoying the day.  I even had a 
Riv-Spotting, running into Mary of the Chasing 
Mailboxesblog on her sweet orange Moonbeam.
 
One dissapointment for me was the Selle An Atomica saddle, I guess it's 
just not going to be the right saddle for me.  I avoided any numbness 
issues but was feeling significant pressure in my 'sit bones' the whole 
ride.  I initially thought that was a pretty good tradeoff given that I was 
able to complete the long day in the saddle.  But the next day I discovered 
not just saddle sores but actual bruising corresponding to both sit bones 
and even a week later I'm still recovering from them.  This definitely 
wouldn't work on a multi-day tour for me.  I think I just need a wider 
saddle and I probably will probably try out a Brooks Flyer, I've got a B67 
which I like but have found it to be less comfortable at 30+ miles.
 
The other lesson learned related to bike handling, I discovered mulitple 
times in high speed descents that there is a point where the bike develops 
a wicked shimmy to the point of becoming a front and rear shimmy.  Based on 
my weight (250lbs) and the relatively thin tubes I'm not really suprised, 
also the 650b conversion is probably contributing.  I don't really feel 
like its a deal breaker, more a good discovery of one of the 'edges of the 
envelope' for this bike.
 
The list of positives is far longer though;
 
-Doubled my previous long ride
-Used the drops for the first time and actually liked it
-Noodle bars with cotton over inner tubes was fantastically comfortable, no 
issues with my hands throughout the ride (I did put on gloves at the 
turnaround)
-Discovered the ability to ride through the pain of the cramps
-Had somewhat random bursts of really strong riding even late into the day
-Front basket with 'bungie net' was extremely versatile and the best 
'gadget' of the ride
-I ate every 10-20miles in small quantities and never really 'bonked'
-Great views of the VA countryside especially past Herndon
 
Pictures prove it happened... 
http://dr2dc.blogspot.com/2013/10/shutdown-solo-century.html
 
Tony
 
 

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Re: [RBW] first century tomorrow - any last minute tips?

[ascpgh]

Congrats Jack!

I hope your planning and gleaned insight set you up well for the ride. Have 
to say that after riding in your parts to prepare, you had to be more 
soundly trained for the rigors than some. Looking forward to seeing your 
pics. 

Andy Cheatham
Pittsburgh 

On Sunday, August 18, 2013 9:29:25 AM UTC-4, NWAJack wrote:
>
> I survived.  Only got a few pics, mainly at rest stops.  I could not h
> ave done it with any other type of bike - or if I wasn't using flat 
> pedals! Musa shorts are amazingly comfy also.

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Re: [RBW] first century tomorrow - any last minute tips?

[Ron Mc]

yee haw, good job

On Sunday, August 18, 2013 8:29:25 AM UTC-5, NWAJack wrote:
>
> I survived.  Only got a few pics, mainly at rest stops.  I could not h
> ave done it with any other type of bike - or if I wasn't using flat 
> pedals! Musa shorts are amazingly comfy also.

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Re: [RBW] first century tomorrow - any last minute tips?

[Deacon Patrick]

Right on! I look forward to the war stories and photos.

With abandon,
Patrick

On Sunday, August 18, 2013 7:29:25 AM UTC-6, NWAJack wrote:
>
> I survived.  Only got a few pics, mainly at rest stops.  I could not h
> ave done it with any other type of bike - or if I wasn't using flat 
> pedals! Musa shorts are amazingly comfy also.

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Re: [RBW] first century tomorrow - any last minute tips?

[Tony DeFilippo]

Congratulations!  Looking forward to pictures!

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Re: [RBW] first century tomorrow - any last minute tips?

[cyclotourist]

Success!!!

On 8/18/13, NWAJack  wrote:
> I survived.  Only got a few pics, mainly at rest stops.  I could not h
> ave done it with any other type of bike - or if I wasn't using flat pedals!
> Musa shorts are amazingly comfy also.
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Re: [RBW] first century tomorrow - any last minute tips?

[NWAJack]

I survived.  Only got a few pics, mainly at rest stops.  I could not h
ave done it with any other type of bike - or if I wasn't using flat pedals! 
Musa shorts are amazingly comfy also.

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Re: [RBW] first century tomorrow - any last minute tips?

[Michael]

So. D'jyuh survive?
I'm guessing you are sleeping right now.
Can't wait to see the pics and hear how it was.

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Re: [RBW] first century tomorrow - any last minute tips?

[Curtis McKenzie]

Ride steady with plenty of liquid and food breaks. Have not taken my AHH on
a century. Best of luck and take pictures.



On Friday, August 16, 2013, NWAJack wrote:

> I'm up in Joplin for my first Century ever.  Will be riding Jenny the AHH
> warrior bike with handlebar bags and all.  Going to wear canari padded
> briefs and musa shorts.  Any last minute tips for me?  Previous long ride
> has been about 65 miles.
> Jack, normally in Arkansas, Stewart
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[RBW] first century tomorrow - any last minute tips?

[Kelly]

Great area for riding.  We did a century in that area, I think it was the first 
year of "Tornado 110" it was a blast.

Just have fun.  At eighty miles a cold beer is nice too.

Kelly

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Re: [RBW] first century tomorrow - any last minute tips?

[cyclotourist]

Great luck on the temps, that can make or break a ride!

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> Great idea about the pics.  Weather looks to be strangely cool for around
> here, highs in the low 80s.
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Re: [RBW] first century tomorrow - any last minute tips?

[NWAJack]

Great idea about the pics.  Weather looks to be strangely cool for around here, 
highs in the low 80s.

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Re: [RBW] first century tomorrow - any last minute tips?

[cyclotourist]

Yeah, that pedaling thing is a good idea! :-)

I hop off the bike a bit about every hour of riding. Good for me
physically and mentally. Taking pics is a good idea as well. Gives you
an excuse to hop off the bike, but also keeps your brain busy looking
for interesting shots.

Hopefully the weather will be great for you. Have a great time!

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Re: [RBW] first century tomorrow - any last minute tips?

[NWAJack]

Thanks!

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Re: [RBW] first century tomorrow - any last minute tips?

[Shaun Meehan]

Just keep pedaling. You'll do great!

Shaun Meehan


On Fri, Aug 16, 2013 at 8:21 PM, NWAJack  wrote:

> I'm up in Joplin for my first Century ever.  Will be riding Jenny the AHH
> warrior bike with handlebar bags and all.  Going to wear canari padded
> briefs and musa shorts.  Any last minute tips for me?  Previous long ride
> has been about 65 miles.
> Jack, normally in Arkansas, Stewart
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[RBW] first century tomorrow - any last minute tips?

[NWAJack]

I'm up in Joplin for my first Century ever.  Will be riding Jenny the AHH 
warrior bike with handlebar bags and all.  Going to wear canari padded briefs 
and musa shorts.  Any last minute tips for me?  Previous long ride has been 
about 65 miles.
Jack, normally in Arkansas, Stewart

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[RBW] First Century

[Eric Norris]

Sorry, all ... try the photos again.  They should be visible to anyone  
now.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/35176...@n03/sets/72157615309647032/

Flickr is a bit confusing, but I think I'm getting the hang of it.

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[RBW] First Century

[Eric Norris]

My stepson rode his first century on our tandem yesterday!  Here are  
photos:

http://www.flickr.com/photos/35176...@n03/sets/72157615309647032

We're shooting for a 300K in two weeks ... and the 1,000-mile Wheels  
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