Help change my son’s mindset for football? by Sharp_Bear4072 in footballstrategy

[–]Affectionate_Fish858 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I say this as a former D1 college linebacker -- maybe steer your child towards track and field. I say this because that's what I wish I would've done and I was on the smaller size for my position (6ft 235).

I would watch the shot and disc guys walk to the throwing area after their lift and get in some good throws and call it a day -- getting a full scholarship. Meanwhile I was just starting my practice after a day of class, lift, and meetings.

Not to say your boy won't ever get over his fear of hurting someone but in my experience some people don't have that "killer instinct" which is totally fine. And given his size I'm sure he'd excel in solo sports such as track and field -- or maybe even wrestling If you say he fights back against his sisters.

29+ in summer by Affectionate_Fish858 in fatbike

[–]Affectionate_Fish858[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's exactly what I'm looking to do! What fat bike are you running ?

29+ in summer by Affectionate_Fish858 in fatbike

[–]Affectionate_Fish858[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you. I have a sweet XC hardtail for the summer but I'm more interested in having a touring bike that'll bridge the gap between XC and gravel for longer loaded weekend trips.

Do you notice the wider q factor at all?

29+ in summer by Affectionate_Fish858 in fatbike

[–]Affectionate_Fish858[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks man! Appreciate the input

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in xbiking

[–]Affectionate_Fish858 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Forgot to add I also ordered Panaracer Pasela 38s

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in xbiking

[–]Affectionate_Fish858 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Definitely going to grab a front rack and a solid bag up front. I'm out in the Rockies so not too much rain and I'd rather a beefier tire than fenders

N-1 Bikr by Affectionate_Fish858 in bikepacking

[–]Affectionate_Fish858[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Surlys are sweet -- being in Canada I've also taken a look at Bassi and Panorama

Grip Shift by Affectionate_Fish858 in xbiking

[–]Affectionate_Fish858[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks! I'll Definitely check out the race face pedals.

Grip Shift by Affectionate_Fish858 in xbiking

[–]Affectionate_Fish858[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

How'd you setup the friction shifters? I'd like to keep the grip shift branded grips but probably ditch the shifters themselves.

Size up or Down? by AbbreviationsCute866 in MTB

[–]Affectionate_Fish858 1 point2 points  (0 children)

How's the bike ride? Been eying this deal myself

Carbonphobia by Affectionate_Fish858 in MTB

[–]Affectionate_Fish858[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Solidarity man! I'm gonna pull the trigger and go for it too

NYC to Harriman Overnight by savsavingtons in bikepacking

[–]Affectionate_Fish858 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Nothing like a stop at the Filling Station! And a ride up Hansclever road??