CBBaron
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So yesterday I explored the trails in the Cleveland Heights ravine.
These are unofficial trails on that that is basically unused/unusable. I saw a note about them on a MTB forum so decided to try to find them and check them out since they are close to home.
I was not expecting much, perhaps some stick strewn rutted trails haphazardly running through the ravine.
What I found was a very well built and maintained trail through a very pretty valley with lots of challenges. Quite a bit of the trail was beyond my capabilities but there was enough intermediate level trails to make it fun. I played it safe and walked when ever I was questionable but had a good time and a decent work out. My computer was not working so no idea how far I rode but there were a surprising amount of trails.
Craig
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Good question. Doing a quick search, these are what i found. If you're
interested.
I have not tried the Dymatize protein, but it's worth a shot if you know what you are or are not looking for a protein. And then 2 more.
http://www.bodybuilding.com/store/dym/elitenatural.html
http://www.roguefitness.com/sfh-whey-protein-pure-whey-32oz.php
No sucralose but all contain stevia
What is wrong with unflavored? Or even a little sugar for a sweetener?
Oh well was just going to use it to add to fruit smoothies any ways, plain yogurt works quite nice too.
Craig
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Best supplement is good...? What do you mean? If you mean supplements are good at best, i would't disagree. Some can definitely help. You can get protein intake as well as creatine from different foods. Eating a pound of salmon, pork or seafood you might be lucky to get 2.5 grams of creatine. So a creatine supplement is useful. Obviously some good choices of protein are grilled chicken, salmon and turkey. Eggs and milk. Then again, i know for certain you know that stuff. Keep up the good work to you as well!
Is there any natural whey products you can buy, or ones NOT using artificial sweeteners?
I can't stand sucralose, nutria sweet, and I don't really care for Stevia, but it seems all the protein shakes have one of the above.
I did find natural whey at whole foods but it was a ridiculous price.
Think Il just stick with eggs, Greek yogurt and salmon.
Craig
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The company sponsored "Biggest Loser" competition ends Tuesday. I'm not going to win anything as some guy in CA was already down 18% 2weeks ago
and a couple team mates are dragging down the team average 
However I have lost 30# and I'm under 200 for the first time since college
Starting next week comes the hard part, keeping it off.
But my plan is to get under 195 and stay there. I'm going to continue to use the gym twice a week and I'm taking up mountain biking, with some road training rides each week.
Craig
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They make tandem mtn bikes!!!
Fast is relative
Actually, i try to sit as much as possible. I think pedaling while sitting is more efficient as well.Yes, But I have the Limo
That thing is about 10' long and weighs 70 something pounds.
Its so big than when I hang it by the rear wheel from the ceiling of the garage the front wheel has to turn to the side.
But it is comfy, fun and gets lots of attention on a club ride when the stoker is a seven year old.
Craig.
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I never tried that seat. I just roll with stock. If i were to get a new one, i'd get the lightest one i could find.
Thats because you are fast and probably dont sit down much.
Im fat and slow and spend most of my time in the saddle, especially on the road.
Dont really worry about weight or speed, my bikes are a fat bike (Pugsley) and a CrossCheck with 45mm Marathon tires, fenders and rack. A few grams on the saddle will make no difference.
I also have a B67
On our tandem.
If you want to talk about really heavy bikes and saddles.
Craig
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LCR
Better trigger and more comfortable to hold than the S&W IMHO.
Do think that snubbies make better pocket pistols as they are more tolerant of dirt and neglect than semi-autos especially the ultra small semis.
Craig
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That's fine. If she's gonna be a little bitch about some humor in an intro thread, she wouldn't have lasted around here anyways.
There is a "little humor" and going to far.
This thread went too far. Though I expected as much given the title, but a noobie should be welcomed first before putting them through the hazing.
Craig
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well, i guess you'll find out. I think regardless of the seat you get, your arse will hurt after 30 minutes of sitting on it.
+1
Actually big fat comfy seats are OK for 30+ minutes of casual cycling. But if you are exerting yourself and pedaling some revolutions they suck.
Personally Im a fan of Brooks
My fatbike and commuter both have B17's but they are expensive and heavy.
However gel and "anatomical" seats are worthless in my opinion. Good for that 20 min ride around the neighborhood but not much else.
Much better to get a cycling short. Just get a pair of the spandex shorts with chamois and wear them under your regular shorts.
Craig
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I'm straight
Doesn't have to be a tight.
http://www.performancebike.com/bikes/SubCategory_10052_10551_400067_-1_400000_400020
Or you could just be man enough to not care what others think
Craig
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Ive been to several different countries while I was in the navy and Its one thing I refused to do was drive in any of them, too many damn idiots, far worse then we have here
Ouch, But seems like the rider was one of those idiots. Riding way to fast for the conditions. Looks he would have had to brake hard to avoid the truck ahead.
Brutal accident but could/should have been avoided.
Craig
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If the bike fits' date=' wear it. Just yesterday I was test riding a fellow OR memner's Ninja250. On the interstate, at 70mph, the bike was doing 8k revs. Pretty sure it can take the abuse, but it was definitely bothersome. I kept trying to find 7th gear.[/quote']
8k revs on a Ninja 250 is still pretty low. You would still want to down shift to pass
I remember a story on one of the Ninja 250 sites of a member who did an Iron Butt 1k (1000 miles in 24hrs) on one.
You are limited in luggage capacity but if you can travel light and are comfortable then should be no problem. Im more comfortable on a WR250R or older Ninja 250R than on most 600 class machines.
Craig
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i need a fat bike. have you ridden it in the snow yet?
If you are tall enough we could meet at Mohican some time this summer and you could ride it. Its an XL frame so takes about a 34"+ inseam to safely clear the top tube
Craig
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i need a fat bike. have you ridden it in the snow yet?
Yea,
It takes really low pressure to get the float you need. Like 4psi low.
In a 4-6" snow it will tractor through amazingly. Takes alot of effort but you move and stay upright.
In deeper you usually need something to have packed the trail some first. Snowmobiles are great for that.
Pretty amazing in the loose sand. But tire pressure is the key. Too much and its just like any MTB. Low enough and it really works.
If you really want float the latest thing is the Moonlander
While my old school fatbike has 65mm rims and 3.7" tires. That one is 100mm rims and 4.7" tires.
Ofcourse it takes a 28mm offset to the rear hub and a special crank (or single ring) to clear the tire.
Craig
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Took the Purple FatBike
for a ride around Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation MTB Trail today.
Did 2 loops as it is a pretty short trail.
Its my first time riding off-road in a couple years and didnt ride much before that so Im very much a novice. However this was tons of fun.
Trail was i good shape but there were 2 small puddles. I would expect they will dry out today but we are expecting more rain tomorrow.
I will definitely be doing more MTB rides this year.
Looking forward to Royalview opening for the season and the grand opening of Bedford.
Craig
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Same thing happened to us with our new pup last summer.
Had runny poop a couple days but meds cleared it up and no more problems.
Make sure you clean up any poop in the yard to prevent reinfection. That is the reason it is so hard to completely eliminate in a breeder situation with lots of dogs. Probably best to let the breeder know as already mentioned.
Craig
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trail head for p1 is at B
parking for p2 is at C
trail head for p2 is across africa road at D.
Now I see why Alum seems to be so popular. It is very close to you Columbus peeps.
Not likely Im going to drive that far for it though. Especially when Mohican is closer.
Craig
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Yea see that kind of thing on my daughters homework occasionally.
I think (hope) most of the time it is a case of the teacher having a problem in mind that may not be the problem on the paper.
If that is a test then the student and/or parent should argue vigorously.
Craig
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Got the new front on my fat bike.
Then did road 20 miles with my single speed commuter. Any thing off road is a muddy mess after all of that rain last week.
Then spent the rest of the day doing taxes
Craig
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Mohican this weekend...not sure which day but leaning towards sunday. Wheels in motion at sun up...2 loops is the goal.
My new tire is in and I would love to join you. Mohican was a lot of fun last time.
But that supposes that I get my taxes done and get the bike ready by then.
Ofcourse there is also the problem that I will not keep up with you nor is 2 laps even remotely possible
Craig
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I rode my mtn bike in the http://amishcountryroubaix.com/ race. Hills were brutal. I finished and didnt come in last!
Congrats
Looks like a tough ride.
I did about 13miles of pavement on the FatBike (have 2.5" tires on it currently). My first bicycle ride since last fall when I hurt my back. I felt pretty good afterwards so I was pleased.
Craig
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Wow those tires are MASSIVE. Thanks for the advice, its pretty much what I was expecting. The bike is very fun on anything smooth but once you get into the exposed roots etc it such a hard ride. I don't think I need one of those niners as I am only 5'10 at 160lbs so something smaller and light would be best for me to manage. I like this one as a hard tail and has decent front end on it
http://cleveland.craigslist.org/bik/3702868715.html
Oh and yes I'll ride with ya dude, I only got one other friend that rides
Nice looking bike.
You will find better deals on used 26" bikes than 29ers. Nice thing is you are right at average height so most bikes will fit. At 6'2" I need the large frames which always seem to be much more rare. The 29 market is still fairly new. However like I said seems like every who has tried them prefers them. I guess the smoother rolling and better traction makes up for the weight increase. I havn't ridden a good version of either so its just second hand knowledge.
Let me get some my new tires on the bike and get some rides in to see how my back holds up (disc hernia last fall), then we can see about meeting up for a ride in Royalview. I watched some youtube video of the trails there. Looks very nice. Part of what motivated me to get the new tires and try off-roading again.
Craig
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Company sponsored a "Biggest Loser" team competition that I signed up for after putting on quite a bit of weight this winter.
Started at 227# on 2/4 now down to 204.
4 more weigh ins and I would like to under 195.
Mostly just watching what I eat and walking with our pup but have been starting to do more workouts now that the office gym has opened and the weather has made cycling more comfortable.
Need to step that up if I want to get to 195.
Cycling, running, and light weight lifting.
Watched a program on fasting for health last night on PBS. Seems 2 fasts (500 calorie days) a week nets some big health improvements including weight loss. Might give that a try after more research.
Craig
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I dont have a regular MTB but from what Ive seen there have been many improvements in MTB technology, especially at lower price points.
And it doesn't look the geometry of your bike is designed to accommodate a suspension fork.
I think you should look at getting a different bike.
Best value is buying one from another rider who is upgrading. However fit is important so make sure its the right size.
Otherwise there is alot of choices at many price points. 29er seems to be the current trend, especially if you are taller. Most experienced riders I know have made the switch and wont go back.
Maybe we should meet up some day to do a local trail. I'm on the east side (Shaker Hts.) so nothing currently much closer than Strongsville. Though I hear Bedford Reservation may soon have a trail.
Im on a FatBike so pretty slow, and Im pretty green off road.
Craig
Official anything Mt. Bike thread.
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You should probably take a trip to Vultures Knob if you want anything technical. Great set of trails there including some down hill and man made obstacles.
Did it once but it is not newbie friendly. Its OK if you are competent as you an skip most of the big obstacles.
The ones I did yesterday for the most part were technical and slow. Lots of roots, quite a few rocks and tree trunks. One section followed an old stone path with lots of stairs
. Made it down but was not going to climb more than a couple at a time.
Craig