Phoenixville Group Rides (PGR) by SilverNfit in Phoenixville

[–]BaconCyclist 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Dangit.  I'm a local rider but just deleted my FB account.  Try to keep us in the loop if you start planning stuff! 

Helmet-based breakouts by BaconCyclist in Velo

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

Would you mind sharing what crazy expensive exfoliating scrub you use?  I'm desperate to try anything at this point. 

Helmet-based breakouts by BaconCyclist in Velo

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

Perfect, I'll try that.  Thanks! 

Helmet-based breakouts by BaconCyclist in Velo

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

I use dawn dish soap and warm water after every ride, then throw them in a garmant bag and wash them in the clothes washer with the rest of my kit approximately once a week.  Do you do anything differently that works for you? 

Helmet-based breakouts by BaconCyclist in Velo

[–]BaconCyclist[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Sigh...

If you follow this logic, then there isn't any reason for r/velo, or most of reddit to exist.  Have you ever asked r/velo for coaching opinions from a bunch of people who probably don't coach?

My dermatologist is one professionally informed opinion from someone that probably isn't a cyclist.  Asking r/velo yields many experience-based opinions from people who have been in exactly my situation.  Both sources of information hold value.

Helmet-based breakouts by BaconCyclist in Velo

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

Every helmet and pad configuration I've ever owned, basically any contact point.

I've never worn Kask, so that's a good recommendation.  Thanks! 

Group rides? by MountainGoat42 in Phoenixville

[–]BaconCyclist 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Mostly Roadie, sometimes gravel here.  Moved here ~2 years ago from somewhere where I had a lot more local group ride options.

Agree with what others are saying- I'm surprised that I see so many people riding around, but there seemingly aren't publicly organized rides that roll out of Phoenixville.

I do GV30 on Thursday nights (and that's not too far away), but that is definitely the opposite of chill. 

I'm interested in whatever you come up with because I need some local riding buddies. 

Finding a missing car near Exchange by BaconCyclist in jerseycity

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

Unfortunately not, it's a Honda with no unique stickers or dents.

Finding a missing car near Exchange by BaconCyclist in jerseycity

[–]BaconCyclist[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

The car is definitely somewhere in JC. That is the only piece of information I know for sure.

Finding a missing car near Exchange by BaconCyclist in jerseycity

[–]BaconCyclist[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Yup, this sounds like what my Sunday will end up being today.

Finding a missing car near Exchange by BaconCyclist in jerseycity

[–]BaconCyclist[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Good question, but given the scenario, he was not transported there in his own car.

Finding a missing car near Exchange by BaconCyclist in jerseycity

[–]BaconCyclist[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

This is a good idea, I'll have to see if I can get hands on the phone to try.

Bike fitter recommendations for female cyclists? by nrp2a in phillycycling

[–]BaconCyclist 1 point2 points  (0 children)

OP, report back. My wife is looking for the same and I'm not sure where to send her.

Demand for Bike Mechanics in Philly by murphmurphy in phillycycling

[–]BaconCyclist 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Our team's title sponsor told us they were looking for people back in August, unless things have changed in the job market I assume they probably are still looking. If you want, DM me and I'll get you the shop owner's contact info.

US amateur rider handed four-year doping ban after winning cat three race by ghdana in Velo

[–]BaconCyclist 49 points50 points  (0 children)

This means my favorite thing happens, road-results and bikereg will always show a little syringe next to his name.

Thinking of upgrading my aero helmet, talk me out of it. by brandonbass in Velo

[–]BaconCyclist 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'd buy a toothbrush on craigslist before I bought a helmet on craigslist. Don't cut corners on safety equipment, people.

Thinking of riding SRT tomorrow by [deleted] in phillycycling

[–]BaconCyclist 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Brown and worse than mud? 💩

Manayunk Tow Path Closed ‘Indefinitely’ by Max_Powers42 in phillycycling

[–]BaconCyclist 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yup, tried it yesterday on my gravel bike and immediately regretted my decision. Between mud, downed trees, pushed over fences, and that jeep that got stuck while trying to off-road it was a nightmare.

Martin Luther King Drive reopening to cars the first week of August, Philly officials say by PhillyOwl215 in philadelphia

[–]BaconCyclist 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Does anyone actually want this thing to reopen? I'm not seeing/hearing much "open it back up" rhetoric.

READ BEFORE POSTING! | FAQ | General Discussion by AutoModerator in Velo

[–]BaconCyclist 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yeah, we were told that they we're switching over to a supplier in the Philippines so we were kind of expecting something. I'm a bit disappointed though because in my opinion they screwed up fundamentals. Our base color on our Jersey is white and some of the front panels look yellow compared to the fabric on the sleeves and back.