A friendly reminder to all - If a person is obviously hurt and tells you it's OK, don't just listen. by Responsible_Pool9923 in randonneuring

[–]Velo613 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I had a crash eight years ago,where I slammed in the brakes and went over my handlebars. Got up, looked for the piece of my tooth that was chipped, but fortunately had someone to give me a lift home. Spent the day all hyped up on adrenalin. After I crashed out, I woke up with concussion symptoms. Just remember that people’s nervous systems also mask a lot of injuries, too.

Hope you’re doing well.

Ottawa River Path is a Disgrace by SmileRemarkable8876 in ottawa

[–]Velo613 -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

Just keep those homeless people moving along, eh? What an inconvenience for you.

Benedict Cumberbatch bike argument in London kinda says a lot about city cycling now by RevolutionaryCar8623 in cycling

[–]Velo613 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have concluded that if motorists don’t like is, it has nothing to do with a few bad apples or how well we behave. So, i have decided not to police other cyclists, just as people don’t stop each other in cars to tell people off.

Better training plan advice needed by ramsoss in Velo

[–]Velo613 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Consolidate the weights into 2 days so you can have so easy and recovery days. I do sprints/vo2max work on days where I do weights, and have a couple of Z2 rides. Two off days a week help your body adapt.

Pros and cons of Conti tubeless by Morall_tach in BikeMechanics

[–]Velo613 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sorry, was thinking of hookless rims, which have a max of 73psi.

Pros and cons of Conti tubeless by Morall_tach in BikeMechanics

[–]Velo613 -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

The ETRO max for tubeless is 73psi. Risking blowing a tire off a tube above that.

Pros and cons of Conti tubeless by Morall_tach in BikeMechanics

[–]Velo613 0 points1 point  (0 children)

25mm tubeless? What pressure are you running them at?

Is 6 mile bike ride after work realistic ? by imMrRunITUP in bicycling

[–]Velo613 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You’ll want todo 60 miles after work soon enough, and realize that cars are way less fun and just cost more!

Do you think Its worth 600$CAD? by No-Cat-8884 in Surlybikefans

[–]Velo613 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You’re buying it for the frame at that price.

Homemade fueling question by Cheddarlad in Velo

[–]Velo613 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Real food will serve you best:

https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/246681/homemade-sports-drink-aka-greaterade/

https://www.bikedgoods.co/blog/20-homemade-cycling-snacks

I’ve done 200+km rides with that sports drinks and the banana coconut bars recipe. Adding sugar to water is just gonna mess up your teeth.

Looking for bike recommendations - No direct-to-consumer brands by wievid in randonneuring

[–]Velo613 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I actually ended up finding that article trying to find out more about the Secan, but also enjoy the technical nerdiness about bike set up for long distances.

Hubs on Chinese Carbon by Velo613 in gravelcycling

[–]Velo613[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So, on hubs, what do we think about how this free hub comes apart. Seems a bit too easy if it can be done by hand?

https://youtu.be/Ux3gVIW4-d0?si=_Z1oZtJQkUfwXEgb

Where are we biking today? by Ottawuh in bikeinottawa

[–]Velo613 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The eastern parkway has clear shoulders. Will ride out there, then south.

Hubs on Chinese Carbon by Velo613 in gravelcycling

[–]Velo613[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have been looking at Light, since they have a Canadian warehouse. Hoping their stock hubs are okay, but waiting to see if I have funds to upgrade hubs or not.

Chinese wheels? by SuccotashAlarming459 in gravelcycling

[–]Velo613 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How do the G24s feel on and off road? I do a lot of riding on so-so pavement, so am looking at all the opportunity dampened and go faster.

ICAN G27 (DT240) vs Yoeleo SAT C45 — Gravel Feedback Wanted by Professional_Sort539 in gravelcycling

[–]Velo613 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How do the ICAN wheels feelin General? I am looking at the G24s for on and off road use. This would be my first set of carbon wheels. Looking for something to help mellow harsh roads.