Thanks for the feedback. I have running tights and I have layered them successfully on some of my colder rides. I think you're right that I need to invest in gloves and neoprene boots. I hate to...
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Thanks for the feedback. I have running tights and I have layered them successfully on some of my colder rides. I think you're right that I need to invest in gloves and neoprene boots. I hate to...
Hello all,
I have signed up for the Women Tours southern tier trip from San Diego to St. Augistine, FL leaving March 6th. To hear all the other participants talk about their fancy bikes and fancy...
Thanks for the link, Blueskies. But the training plan costs $60 and shelling out more money isn't feasible right now. That goes for joining spinning classes, too. They cost. I do have an indoor...
Thanks to all for the feedback. I have been working on my upper body strength and concentrating on getting my bike comfortable (in addition to putting on some miles). Now here's a new problem:...
That is absolutely fantastic. Thank you. This is going to be great.
At my Y, the spinning classes are not open to non-members. The trip, a new bike, and all the necessary equipment and costing a TON. I'm trying to save money where I can without being stupid. I know I...
Hello Women!
I am going to be doing a Southern Tier cross country starting in March 2008. The longest ride I have ever done is the 2006 MS 150. (Have I bitten off too much?) With winter coming up,...
To follow up, I went back to the LBS and told them about my saddle issues. He measured me with the little Specialized thingie and said the 143 Jett was the right size. So he swapped out the Jett for...
I've never used a saddle w/ a cutout before. THAT part is great. But right where the bones are is killing me. I have been looking around the forums and found a post discussing my exact problem with...
This is the best news I have heard in my entire life! I just got my first road bike, a Ruby, which came with the Jett 143. It is killing me, right on my sit bones. I can't believe that I could need a...
I just got my first road bike, a Specialized Ruby Comp, which came with the Jett 143. It is one of the most painful things I have ever sat on. I was hoping there was a break-in period for new saddles...
Thanks Lisa. But it's my sit bones that are killing me. Actually, with my hands in the drops it felt only marginally better. My girl parts aren't hurting though. The cutout in the seat is great for...
Hello all. I need some advice. I just got my first road bike, a 2007 Specialized Ruby Comp Triple. I love it but on my not-so-unusual 30 mile ride yesterday my butt was killing me. Then today I went...
Are there any reputable tour companies for biking around Scotland? Sounds like a dream vacation!
What is this? I'm waiting on delivery of my Ruby Comp, my first road bike, and I'm worried about the saddle. It seemed OK for the test rides but you never know.
I've never worn arm or leg warmers but I've sure thought they would come in handy. Canuck, if you're giving stuff away, I wouldn't mind trying a pair.
I finally decided on the Ruby Comp. When I road it, I knew it was the one. Light, fast, nimble and oh-so comfortable. Although I only road one for about 10 miles (I tried to convince the LBS to let...
That's great to hear! The tour sounds incredible but since it's my first, I'm a little nervous.
I decided to go for it. Although the LBS didn't have any triples in stock, I was able to order...
A Ruby Pro. That must be nice. I don't think I'll ever spend that much on a bike :( .
The Ruby Comp has "Specialized Roubaix Pro, 700x23/25c, aramid bead, 120TPI." All I know is they don't look...
They are almost all paved. Some are crushed limestone. I did part of my test ride on one of these trails and it seemed OK.
If they don't throw them in, are they worth buying? How much are...
I have been going nuts. I'm looking for a bike for a fully supported cross country tour. I thought I was settled on the Giant OCR1W but then I thought "how does carbon feel?" Big mistake. It feels...
About the Sequoia Elite, I was reading reviews at http://www.roadbikereview.com/cat/latest-bikes/road-bike/specialized-bicycle/PRD_290741_5668crx.aspx. Folks pointed out a number of problems they...
I think I may end up ignoring the tour organizer's recommendation on tires. When I first tried the Giant OCR1W I thought it felt great. I tried it again today, went about 10-12 miles, and it wasn't...
The Giant does take a rear rack but someone said my heal would be hitting a pannier if I used it. I'll have to check out the Casseroll from Salsa. I'd never heard of the brand so I was a little...
Thanks for the responses. It is a fully supported tour. I will be carrying rain gear, lunch, stuff to fix a flat and probably my wind breaker once it warms up. That will probably add up to less than...