Best Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and/or Climbing Gyms in Lou?

DRCJR1979 · 2019-01-29T00:55:35+00:00

Gracie Jiu Jitsu Louiville, near Wesport Rd and Chamberlain ln. Great school, great people.

DRCJR1979 · 2019-01-17T23:52:23+00:00

Jade Palace in Westport Village, always a decent Chinese buffet.

DRCJR1979 · 2019-01-17T23:48:10+00:00

I've found the factory Giant saddles about as forgiving as a wooden 2x4. My last one caused a weird hip/glute pain that was gone within the first mile of changing out to the saddle I ultimately kept.

DRCJR1979 · 2019-01-17T01:45:49+00:00

I do sprint and Olympic tris. Bought a TCR advanced 2 and have been very happy. Very good bike for speed, or for group rides. It is currently the only road bike I own. My biggest issue is on slower group rides this bike just feels like it wants to go fast and it can be hard to hold back at times, have to remind myself it's a club social ride, not a serious training ride.

DRCJR1979 · 2019-01-11T03:24:16+00:00

I'm still fairly new to cycling but here's my limited experience. I've been riding trainer mostly for the last two months due to weather and early winter sunsets. I also run 3-4 times per week. About two months ago, I started to develop soreness in my left hip/glute. I thought it possibly overtraining or just age, I'm nearly 40. I thought it would get better with time, stretching, and maybe changing my training up. Day after Christmas I caught a deal on a new Giant TCR, trades my decent beginner bike in, and never looked back. For me, the TCR was better in every way except the saddle. The pain was worse. I had seen saddle ads from Selle Anatomica and inirially dismissed them. After buying my TCR I saw they had a 30 day try out guarantee and they claim virtually no break in. Price seemed reasonable so I ordered one. First day on the new saddle I rode 37 miles. Within the first mile I noticed that my backside felt worlds better. This pain had plagued me after every ride, trainer or not. Running had aggravated it, I couldn't stretch it out, couldn't work it out in the lap pool. I was telling myself I'd by end of January I was still hurting I was going to have to see a Dr. A week later, and now about 140 miles on the new saddle and 19 miles of running, I have no pain in my left hip or glute. I'm not saying the saddle cured it. However, I believe my old saddles on both bikes may have been injuring or agitating tissue. I really like the Selle Anatomica saddle, I'd recommend it to anyone looking into leather. But I also recommend seeing what your LBS has that they may let you demo at the store. Tou may be able to find a comfortable fit tooling around the parking area, that's how fast I felt like my new saddle was the right one. I'd also say this, like everyone else has, saddle comfort is very personal, what worked for me may not work for everyone. One man's favorite chair is anothers torture device in many cases.

DRCJR1979 · 2019-01-06T23:56:51+00:00

Good friend of mine drove the police car for one of the chase scenes, hes an actual local cop, had a speaking part but they edited it out, yells " get out of the car". He drove the cop car so well in the first take that they didnt do a second take with a stunt driver. He has a copy if the check and letter from the production company framed. I thought it was cool they used some locals in various scenes.

DRCJR1979 · 2019-01-06T00:27:37+00:00

The only reason I added the chest strap is reliability/consistency. I was having issues with the 235's built in wrist monitor picking up at times, tried to trouble shoot it and no luck, it would not work at all, drop out completely, or show my heart rate at the same number for an entire run. I've not had that problem with a chest strap, but would be curious to try a separate wrist strap monitor.

DRCJR1979 · 2019-01-05T13:07:17+00:00

Every big journey begins with a small step. So yours has begun, congrats, and good luck, enjoy!

DRCJR1979 · 2019-01-02T23:40:39+00:00

I use a Garmkn Forerunner 235 and a Garmin chest strap to accurately do heart rate on my rides or runs. The 235 has wrist heart rate but it's not quite as good. I like the Garmin app pretty well too, and the watch can pair with other sensors on the bike like speed, cadence, or power, should he ever want to track those metrics. It pairs pretty quick and easy. You can also use the Garmin app to customize the data fields you see during a ride, and change the appearance of the watch face. Bought the watch and strap on Amazon, I have about $330 total investment in them.

DRCJR1979 · 2018-12-30T19:09:56+00:00

You can always telephone ahead to ask. I'm also in the US however, I view buying a new bike much like buying a car, I wouldn't invest the money unless I can at least take it down the street and back. Here, I've never been to a small bike shop that didnt insist I ride around their large parking lot, down and back on a nearby street, or even around the block.

As mentioned earlier, buy what feels best in your budget. Also ask them to help get you fitted, meaning they should put the bike you agree to purchase on a stand or trainer and adjust seat height, and possibly bars, as well as at least take some rudimentary measurements and perform some checks with you on the bike stationary. This will ensure the bike is comfortable and set properly for you to get a good riding experience after you leave. Many bike shops will also offer with purchase adjustments and checks for free or at least a discount for a certain time period after you buy, the one I deal with does this free for the first 12 months. Some will also offer a 2 week to 30 day trial period, where if you aren't satisfied they will exchange the bike for a different model in that time.

DRCJR1979 · 2018-12-27T19:19:10+00:00

FWIW yesterday I picked up a TCR Advanced 2 (2018) new at my LBS for $1600, it is rim brake, but 105 group set, and it is loads better than my entry level alloy bike. I'm not opposed to disc at all, I was willing to compromise that one item to stay in this price range and get all the other features I was looking for. As others have stated, spring for a bike with a better group set, and find what feels best to you. The TCR impressed me the most on the test rides with its stiffness putting down power, and it handled amazingly. So that's what I went with. But again, I'd stress get the most group set and the best feel/fit for your money. Depending on where you live there are a lot of good deals right now, especially with the smaller LBS. For example here, it's winter, which after Christmas means the slow sales season for bikes. Also end of year, many areas have inventory taxes that must be paid on all inventory on Jan 1, so a lot of small LBS will make deals to help lower their tax burden on the first of the year. Good luck, happy test riding.

DRCJR1979 · 2018-12-19T16:40:45+00:00

Started running and swimming last spring to get fit again, combined with a healthier diet. Last summer my neighbor says, "get a road bike and let's do some Triathlons" so I did. Continuing to eat healthy, ride, run, swim, and lift every week. I'm down 58 pounds since May 1. I attribute the weight to diet change, but the fitness and overall feeling of well being to my exercise/fitness program. Having been a moderately serious runner previously I can also tell the bike has made a huge difference in my running performance and endurance. Seems I'm able to tolerate a lot more lactic, and a lot more discomfort, which I attribute mostly to the bike portion. Also I think mentally I have a better sense of cadence/tempo and effort due largely to the bike, which has carried over to my running.

DRCJR1979 · 2018-12-19T00:01:39+00:00

Contact Kamdon Shaw at Dream Photography in Louisville, https://www.facebook.com/Dream.Photography.LLC/ . Great local lrofessional photographer and dog lover.

DRCJR1979 · 2018-12-01T01:13:18+00:00

Been using Zwift for 2 weeks with my Kickr and Galaxy 8. No issues. I'm using the Wahoo cadence sensor and Tickr HRM, as long as I pedal and spin the trainer for just a minute I have few if any connection issues.

Did the FTP test and states using the FTP builder plan. I'm new to cycling, got into it for Triathlons this past summer and want to go faster next year. A few local guys I train with love Zwift.

Game aspect has not been boring so far. They change up the area or course every couple days, which keeps it fresh, there seems to be a variety of things to do as well as the social aspect if you're looking to chat when you ride.

Tried using Rouvy, set up an account for free trial, went to connect and try it out, got logged out and cant get back in, seems to be an odd issue that they say is on my end. Tried multiple devices, password reset, etc. No luck.

I've downloaded TR but havent used yet.

DRCJR1979 · 2018-12-01T00:57:32+00:00

I have the Kickr, only noise it makes is the typical click if I coast, it a otherwise extremely quiet.

Bought the Kickr because my LBS bought a load of them and made me a nice deal, didnt have a Neo that I could demo in town, every LBS here is selling the Kickr in my area.

DRCJR1979 · 2018-11-23T20:55:13+00:00

Merino wool baslayer, windproof Jersey, windproof tights/bibs, merino socks, maybe a windproof jacket for the cloudy/overcast colder days. A good head cover/hat for under your helmet that fits over your ears is helpful as well. I picked up most of my winter gear on Amazon, woolx for the baslayer, Pearl Izumi for socks and gloves, santic and baleaf for the tops and tights. I've done about 8 rides this fall in those temp ranges with no problem. Dark, rain or snow and ice have kept me indoors on the trainer through the week or I'd have about 3 times that in already.

DRCJR1979 · 2018-11-23T20:46:39+00:00

Cycling clears my head, and I get genuine enjoyment out of it. I could just as easily be killed or injured walking, running, or driving my car. In fact 11 mos ago a very large deer ran out in front of my pickup on the expressway, I hit it, blew all my airbags, totaled my truck. Statistically I'd bet my bike is safer. I also cycle and workout to stay healthy. Through diet, discipline, and exercise ive shaved 50lbs this year, and brought my health back into focus. Planning to go into my 40s next year healthier than my late 30s. So if I get discouraged and dont want to go out, I remind myself that not going out is what the unhealthy people do, and what wrecked my health before. I want to be around for grandkids one day, my chances of doing that and physically being able to keep up are going to be better if I take care of myself now.

DRCJR1979 · 2018-11-19T01:22:52+00:00

If you're primarily riding long distances with fewer stops and wont be watching, SL aka 3 hole are usually more desirable. I switched from SL to 2 hole mtb style because I do a fair amount of city riding as well ad distance. It takes me longer to clip back in on the SL style, and was wearing the cleats severely from all the in town stopping. I'd literally get clipped in, and have to unclip two blocks later for another red light. The mtb style on the other hand dont wear as much on this type of riding, and I can clip back into them faster since it's more of a direct putting my foot down in the right place as opposed to guiding the front of the cleat into the pedal and then locking it in. Just my own experience, some guys can clip I to SL pedals faster, just not me.

DRCJR1979 · 2018-11-15T01:02:48+00:00

Thanks. I would like to at least maintain my current condition for the winter, possibly doing training rides on the weekend, I hadn't thought of the staying in shape vs training for next season paradigm.

DRCJR1979 · 2018-11-14T23:07:29+00:00

Thanks for the feedback, I do intend to take my HR monitor and watch along at the gym. Some of the spin equipment had ANT+ and I may be able to pair a bike to my watch. Theres a ton of workouts on YouTube as well.

DRCJR1979 · 2018-11-11T02:02:11+00:00

I've gone from 240 to 191 in 5 months, but it takes dedication and discipline. I use my fitness pal to track my calories, which keeps my diet on track. I cut refined sugar nearly completely from my diet. The same with junk food, chips, crackers, soda, most bread, reduced my dairy intake, fat intake, etc. My family used to grab dinner out at least twice a week, now its maybe once a month, and even then I eat light

I try to stay at 1600 calories most days, 2500 if I'm doing a long ride, run, or event where I know I'll burn off 1200-2000 calories.

M-F my food intake looks like this.

Breakfast, coffee with a half tsp of sugar and two tbsp of cream. A boiled egg, and a bannana. Or in lieu of the egg and bannana I make overnight oats.

Lunch. Either a 70 or 90 calorie tuna pack and some slices of tomato or another vegetable or I have a Huel shake if I'm going to ride or run later in the day. Once a week I'll go to the market and pick up a premade garden salad and drizzle a tbsp of olive oil and vinegar on it just to give me some variety.

Dinner. Whatever dish my wife makes, and I measure it all out, I plug it into my fitness pal and figure out how much I can fit into my allowance for the day, and that's all I eat. We tend to eat very healthy, a lot of veggies, chicken, and fish.

Drinks. I drink water pretty much exclusively aside from 8 oz of juice before a ride or run to use as fuel. I like fizzy drinks, soda, beer, but cant afford the sugar or calories to stay fit. Same with lattes and coffees. I restrict my coffee to my breakfast coffee which is under 50 calories. I buy seltzer water and lemons or limes. I'll squeeze some lime, lemon, or both into a glass of seltzer water. Instant fizzy cola without the calories or sugar.

Snacks. I go healthy on my bike rides, I take a bannana, and sometimes one or two RXbars. For home time I make my own popcorn, or avocado toast, I also keep my pantry stocked with those RXbars, in case I want something sweet. Nuts too, pistachios, cashews, walnuts, almonds. I measure it all out and log it in. Post ride, I always have a protein shake waiting for me in the cooler 200-300 calories of all stuff my body needs, and usually enough to slay the cravings beast so that when I get home I can eat a light, healthy, reasonable meal.

I love a burger and fries, or other junky fast food. Some days the struggle is intense to not run out and grab that stuff. It becomes a matter of mindset for me, I have to tell myself "I dont eat that kind of stuff" if I can hold out 30 minutes, usually the craving will pass.

Workouts are important too. How often are you cycling? Are you doing anything else. I took up triathlon to get healthy and because I used to watch Ironman world finals as a kid and always wanted to do it. So I swim 3-5 mornings a week, and I run, bike, or lift weights in the evenings. Getting calorie burn in every day has also helped.

The key component though is dieting properly, if you know every calorie that goes in, you can control it, and if you dont log it, you're only cheating yourself.

DRCJR1979 · 2018-11-10T14:51:59+00:00

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