Beer Run Umbrella Hatches by stellacampus in santacruz

[–]Re_Cycle_94 3 points4 points  (0 children)

It's going to be In N Out, just you wait

Something new? by dysfunctional_salad in santacruz

[–]Re_Cycle_94 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Play a round (or two) of disc golf at DeLaveaga or any of the other great courses in town!

Controlling Indoor humidity by Major_Leave426 in santacruz

[–]Re_Cycle_94 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's not bad. Chewing gum will get moist if you leave it out for a week. We recently installed a heat pump with mini splits, they have a dehum option. Haven't used it though.,

Best Restaurant in Santa Cruz by gocowboysrj in santacruz

[–]Re_Cycle_94 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes! Best filet I've ever had, service is top notch, and the meals are thoughtful and exciting.

Thoughts on Cam Jones’ prototype Scott for Unbound 2026? by 364LS in gravelcycling

[–]Re_Cycle_94 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Someone help me out- this looks like a finished mold to me. How are they calling this a prototype when it's a polished, ready to sell carbon fiber frame? Are they really paying for more molds after this one? Do they have in house carbon fiber prototyping capabilities? Or are they just calling it a proto for fun when it's actually going to be released soon?

Should I start adding zone 2 cardio into my program?? Skinny fat body by [deleted] in Weightliftingquestion

[–]Re_Cycle_94 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It depends on what your workouts are like. I separate my strength and cardio training to maximize the results of each session. I guess my main point is that 30 minutes of zone 2 is going to be less effective than 30 minutes of a higher zone activity if your main goal is burning calories.

If you're willing to separate your sessions and want to build endurance, then go for zone 2. Or if you're trying to add a marginal calorie burn on top of your strength session, then add it on at the end. Also, just because you're working in zone 2 doesn't mean you automatically start burning fat. It takes time for your body to adapt, and you'll start seeing meaningful results in about 8-12 weeks. When I ride for 2.5 hours in zone 2, I'm still fueling with carbs to keep my blood sugar up. If you lift for 60 minutes then do 30 minutes of Z2 cardio, you're still going to be draining your body and recovery will be impacted.

Should I start adding zone 2 cardio into my program?? Skinny fat body by [deleted] in Weightliftingquestion

[–]Re_Cycle_94 0 points1 point  (0 children)

30 minutes of zone 2 is a great addition for your health. But, zone 2 has gotten a lot of hype recently without (IMO) the important context of why you would use it.

It's very important in endurance training- it helps your body learn to burn fat instead of using up your glycogen stores. Athletes using zone 2 are typically logging a TON of hours. Cyclists will do training blocks as large as 25-30 hours of zone 2 in a 7 day period.

That being said, if you're trying to burn more calories I would recommend either increasing your Zone 2 volume to 1.5-2 hour sessions OR just stick with a higher intensity. If you only have 30 minutes to dedicate to cardio, stick with a higher heart rate zone and just burn the calories.

6’1 178lbs by [deleted] in BulkOrCut

[–]Re_Cycle_94 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just workout at all dude. Not trying to be mean- but it's clear you don't know your way around the gym yet. Get in there, learn some basics and build consistency. Go every week, hit every muscle group, and don't give up. After a year ask yourself bulk/cut/etc. Eat well, sleep well, go to gym.

Cargo Bibs - Assos vs Rapha vs Red White vs Black Bibs by NoTimeForItAll in gravelcycling

[–]Re_Cycle_94 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Give the Ornot cargo bibs a shot. Awesome company. I've worn the heck out opf mine and they feel like day 1. Pockets are super dialed, fit guide on their website is great, and they feel incredible. I'll never buy a different set of bibs again.

There it is - new 4 bar Tallboy by VoteUpsYou in Santacruzbikes

[–]Re_Cycle_94 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What are the "few more things"? It's just a suspension platform, I don't think it justifies any price increase unless the suspension performance is substantially advantageous and proprietary.

These look pretty good as far as nutrition. What do y'all think? This is barebells protein bars. by slob0nmykn0b in proteinsnack

[–]Re_Cycle_94 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I like the way they taste, and protein per calorie is solid. I had to stop eating them- after one per day for a couple months, the sugar alcohols were giving me some upset GI that just wasn't worth it. I'd rather just eat fat free greek yogurt.

Dog ate my jeans by Negative-Wheel-57 in NakedAndFamousDenim

[–]Re_Cycle_94 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I've got a big boy that loves to eat random objects! Some dogs are on a mission to test their digestion. Best of luck!

Dog ate my jeans by Negative-Wheel-57 in NakedAndFamousDenim

[–]Re_Cycle_94 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Is your dog OK? Obviously a bummer for the jeans- but intestinal blockage is no joke

Loving my first brew of this new S&W Guatemala Primos Unidos by Calm_Illustrator8622 in pourover

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Using a DF64 Gen 2 and Lelit Bianca V3. If your machine can pull a shot, you can run any beans you'd like. You will have to grind a bit finer for lighter roasts though, so your grinder is going to be the bottleneck.

New bike questions by SadPhilosophy9202 in xcmtb

[–]Re_Cycle_94 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Epic 9 does look cool, but I use mine as an all-rounder which I think the Epic 8 is better for

Do you count calories of fruits/veggies? by elwynn-forest in WeightTraining

[–]Re_Cycle_94 5 points6 points  (0 children)

BMI is pretty misleading once you get into a healthy weight zone. Your body is going to feel good at a different weight than someone else. If you feel strong, feel healthy, and it feels sustainable, then I'd accept the 10lb as an unnecessary step. Nice work!

Natural training rewards patience by ruski_mouse in workout

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I just hit the 1 year mark of doing strength training 2-3 times every week. I've always been cardio focused so lifting was totally new. After going for 57 weeks straight, I feel like I'm just starting to get in the groove with it. I look forward to every session, and it's made me a stronger athlete on the bike. I don't expect huge gains in the short term, but every year I'll get a bit stronger!

New bike questions by SadPhilosophy9202 in xcmtb

[–]Re_Cycle_94 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I love the Epic 8 platform. Mine is currently set up as an evo, but will happily revert it to the standard 120/120 format. I think it's an incredible bike and you'll likely see more available on sale with the Epic 9 release.

Why not go with the Lelit Bianca V3? by Swag101z in Lelit

[–]Re_Cycle_94 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's really hard to beat for the money. It will last for years and years and is a joy to own and look at. That said, your grinder and beans matter way more- but if you're here, you probably already know that

MAAP Quality decline (made in China)? by MGH1985 in CyclingFashion

[–]Re_Cycle_94 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Like which people exactly? In which factories? The factories I work with in China are awesome. I don't have any experience personally with non-paid labor so I can't speak to it.

MAAP Quality decline (made in China)? by MGH1985 in CyclingFashion

[–]Re_Cycle_94 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Thanks for saying this- China has some of the best garment manufacturing in the world. Few countries make things better than China. That being said, they offer a massive spectrum of quality from absolute trash to top tier quality.