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

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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

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