Monthly Archives: September 2010
Compact Double or Triple? You Have Alternatives
My posts comparing triple cranksets with compact doubles continue to get a lot of views on an almost daily basis. Clearly, riders are interested in comparing the two versions to try to determine which is best for them. Now, I’ll … Continue reading
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Wire or Folding?
I was exchanging emails with a friend the other day, when he told me, “My Armadillo came in today. I love the fact that it is already shaped and much easier to install.” Already shaped? Oh, he means he bought … Continue reading
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Do You Need Chamois Cream?
After cycling seriously for three years now, I like to think that my bottom has HTFU’d with the best of ‘em. But that isn’t always the case. Earlier this month, I got rides in on Friday, Saturday, AND Sunday — … Continue reading
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Falling Into Fall
Guest poster Don Blount recalls a year-old incident. The first day of fall brings back memories of the day I first fell. At least the day I fell badly enough to suffer a significant injury. It was Sept. 22, 2009 … Continue reading
Close Encounters of the Furry Kind
It seems everyone has a story about a nasty dog. Lately, I’ve been having more encounters on my bike with the smaller critters of the animal kingdom. The squirrels I’m getting used to. I frequently ride a paved rail trail … Continue reading
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The Mystery of the Disappearing Slow Leak
Last week, I discovered that my front tire was way down in pressure. This struck me as odd, because it hadn’t been that many days since I had last ridden, and the tire shouldn’t have lost that much air. Must … Continue reading
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What’s Your Favorite Drink Mix?
I was riding out in the country recently, and noticed one of the riders in my group take a drink from his bottle. The bottle was clear, and the liquid inside was an unappealing yellow (yes, that color of yellow). … Continue reading
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Downgrading: A Tough Decision
I’ve written about my recent efforts to upgrade my bike. So have my guest posters, Don Blount and Jeff Hemmel. So after my problems Saturday, I faced a difficult decision. As you’ll recall, I broke my right shifter — the … Continue reading
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The Good Ride
After my bad ride yesterday, I was anxious to get out on the road again. This week, the Mamma Jamma training ride was in San Marcos, Texas, 30 miles south of Austin. The distances were a little longer than they’ve … Continue reading
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The Bad Ride
I really enjoy riding. Even a quick half-hour jaunt through the neighborhood leaves me feeling good. So I was looking forward to my Saturday morning 25-miler. About four miles into the ride, I had to stop for a red light. … Continue reading

