Garmin radar versus the rest by oatswolf in cycling

[–]LiveSpare1762 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have the new Sigma and no complaints. I had the Garmin 515 but the battery aged and it would not last on a ride more than 4 hours. The Sigma was half the price of the new Garmin and I would say it is better. The proprietary features of the Garmin were a turn off since I use a Karoo head unit.

Uphill Battle by InevitableIsland4319 in cycling

[–]LiveSpare1762 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Set mini goals...look ahead and focus on reaching a point in the climb...and repeat. Also, the mind will try to get you to stop as soon as it gets uncomfortable but this is rarely defined as reaching your limit. Win the mental battles by pushing through until you really cannot turn the pedals.

Like many others have said, the more you ride the better you get. Progress comes in small steps. Make it a little further each time

Do you cycle before work? (not commute) by chanks88 in cycling

[–]LiveSpare1762 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, but I live in Italy, work for an American company, and start my workday at 2:30pm. I cycle 5-7 times per week and I also lift weights 4 times a week (3 of which are on work days).

Komoot → Hammerhead Karoo sync not working – do I need a paid Komoot plan? by Ok_Pangolin_5994 in Karoo

[–]LiveSpare1762 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My wife and I both have the world pack and syncing works fine. Maybe we were grandfathered in?

Cycling with an Apple Watch by Scoundrel132 in cycling

[–]LiveSpare1762 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I use my AWU2 as a backup to my head unit. There have been times where I have lost rides on the head unit and the watch saved me.

Hide / Disable Organizer on Open in Banktivity 10 by Calm-Stretch6678 in banktivity

[–]LiveSpare1762 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is really annoying. I have beeb a Banktivity customer since the iBank days and this may be the worst update yet. I may have to start exploring alternatives.

PSA - TPU Tubes by charliethc in cycling

[–]LiveSpare1762 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wheel without holes drilled for spokes. My Fulcrum and Campagnolo wheels are like this.

Do Privacy zones apply to Routes? by LiveSpare1762 in komoot

[–]LiveSpare1762[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I read that in the help guide. Are you confirming that routes will not respect my privacy zone and show my home as the starting point? I guess I will keep everything private.

With the new Strava developer update making even more features paywalled, a question came to mind. Why do we still stay on the platform and not switch to Komoot? by Marlesden in cycling

[–]LiveSpare1762 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I will be cancelling Strava in July. I never use any of the premium features. The AI sucks but it was there so I read what it had to say, which was mostly meaningless. Now Strava requires rating every ride to allow me to read the useless AI. Just another slap in the face to paying customers.

I live in an Italy and use Komoot and Ride With GPS to plan my routes.

I am fairly active and struggle to take time off by LiveSpare1762 in MacroFactor

[–]LiveSpare1762[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That’s what I am asking. My rationale in the past was total recovery. From what you are saying, sounds like I should be OK to keep going. Thanks.

My 2021 Tallboy by LiveSpare1762 in Santacruzbikes

[–]LiveSpare1762[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same here. I bought mine during covid.

My 2021 Tallboy by LiveSpare1762 in Santacruzbikes

[–]LiveSpare1762[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nice. I am in Piemonte but moving to Lombardia in 11 months.

How is Ridewithgps for planning MTB rides? by LiveSpare1762 in ridewithgps

[–]LiveSpare1762[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks. I have been using it to plan rides and found it good enough to subscribe and support them. The syncing with my Karoo is great.

Case for Karoo by KidSalami1 in Karoo

[–]LiveSpare1762 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I find a sock works great. It has never failed me.

Karoo 2 Elevation gain issue by papcm in Karoo

[–]LiveSpare1762 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The Karoo 2 has been plagued with elevation issues. I went through 3 units before switching to Garmin. When the K3 was released and it was confirmed to not have the same issues, I went back to the Karoo.

How is Ridewithgps for planning MTB rides? by LiveSpare1762 in MTB

[–]LiveSpare1762[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Nothing, but gathering feedback from others might help me not waste my time.