evan9381 Posted February 18, 2011 Report Share Posted February 18, 2011 i would have went out yesterday if it wasn't due to work...finally got out today for the first time in about 4 months. a little cool, but FFS, its mid february...i definitely couldnt complain...windy as hell out there today which made it a little more difficult, but still nice to get out either way. did a ~20 mile ride from easton area, through gahanna, almost to mt carmel, and back through gahanna and back home to the easton area. first half was fine since i was mainly riding east, with the wind...the second half into the wind SUCKED. so did anyone else take advantage of the nice weather the last few days and get out and ride? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skinner Posted February 19, 2011 Report Share Posted February 19, 2011 haven't yet but I def want to do some trail riding this year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sully Posted February 19, 2011 Report Share Posted February 19, 2011 Sure wish I had the time to do that. Yes, I'm jealous. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sparky Posted February 21, 2011 Report Share Posted February 21, 2011 I got out on Friday as well. Around Hoover is where I rode. Did about 7 miles and that wind beat me. I limped home. Need to get in shape for May as I'm doing the half TOSRV. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AWW$HEEET Posted February 21, 2011 Report Share Posted February 21, 2011 I plan on riding some mtn this yr. Might build a downhill bike, idk. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3.1cutlass Posted February 21, 2011 Report Share Posted February 21, 2011 I got out and did 8 miles at Mohican yesterday. It was a great ride. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
evan9381 Posted March 16, 2011 Author Report Share Posted March 16, 2011 Another 17 miles today...easton area, up the alum creek trail to polaris pkwy, over to state st, down to schrock, and back over to the trail and back home...rode with a guy the last few miles, probably 20 years older than me and kicked my own ass trying to keep up with him...made me feel out of shape being 25 and hurting to keep up with someone old enough to be my dad...lol...good ride though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3.1cutlass Posted March 16, 2011 Report Share Posted March 16, 2011 Another 17 miles today...easton area, up the alum creek trail to polaris pkwy, over to state st, down to schrock, and back over to the trail and back home...rode with a guy the last few miles, probably 20 years older than me and kicked my own ass trying to keep up with him...made me feel out of shape being 25 and hurting to keep up with someone old enough to be my dad...lol...good ride though Haha heard that. We have guys in our regular group rides in their 60's that can smoke my ass. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
evan9381 Posted March 17, 2011 Author Report Share Posted March 17, 2011 28 miles today...olentangy river trail was flooded in a few spots, but i still made it from worthington to downtown and back in under 2 hours http://www.mapmyride.com/routes/view/29837624 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeffro Posted March 17, 2011 Report Share Posted March 17, 2011 let me know what you wear so i can throw shit out the window at you when i spot you. http://tribewithted.mlblogs.com/nelson-haha.gif Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeffro Posted March 17, 2011 Report Share Posted March 17, 2011 28 miles today...olentangy river trail was flooded in a few spots, but i still made it from worthington to downtown and back in under 2 hours http://www.mapmyride.com/routes/view/29837624 no way you rode that far. fuckkkkk that Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
evan9381 Posted March 17, 2011 Author Report Share Posted March 17, 2011 your right...my GPS tracker on my phone lied. lol. thats an average length ride...we did the trail from johnstown to hanover and back 2 or 3 times last year...58-59 miles round trip. i didnt have my phone then or else i'd have that map heres the other routes ive mapped though... http://www.mapmyride.com/routes/my_routes/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sturg1647545502 Posted March 18, 2011 Report Share Posted March 18, 2011 Anyone else training for tosrv? Been doing 19miles regularly for the past 2 weeks just to get my legs back, fastest at 19.0mph.avg and normaly around mid 18s. The wind has been really good for strength training, but god damn 20+ mph gusts with out any tree cover is the aids. Ill probably start.going for distance increases next week with a few 30milers. Anyone want to meet up? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
evan9381 Posted March 18, 2011 Author Report Share Posted March 18, 2011 i cant average that fast...im too damn out of shape. lol. last year after i was into it for a while, anything over a 15.0 average and i was ecstatic Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Otis Nice Posted March 18, 2011 Report Share Posted March 18, 2011 Picking up my new bike tonight from cyclist connection. 2011 Giant Cypress. No racing/street bike, but I'm a beginner. Looking to ride the 25 mile Peletonia trip in August. Can't wait to ride tonight! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
evan9381 Posted March 19, 2011 Author Report Share Posted March 19, 2011 30 more today. love this weather. time is a bit off because i forgot to pause the app a couple times...could probably take 15 min off that time and it'd be accurate. oh well though http://www.mapmyride.com/routes/view/29965404 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Otis Nice Posted March 21, 2011 Report Share Posted March 21, 2011 3 measely miles this weekend. Terrible. No time and a new bike sitting at home. I'll get out more tonight and I'll have some time this week. Can't wait. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRTurbo04 Posted March 21, 2011 Report Share Posted March 21, 2011 yea ive been having an amazing cycling season so far... an by cycling i mean motorcycling gtfo off the road before i run you fuckers down after you all hit one of my mirrors :finger: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AWW$HEEET Posted March 21, 2011 Report Share Posted March 21, 2011 wow paul way to not be a dickhead Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRTurbo04 Posted March 21, 2011 Report Share Posted March 21, 2011 wow paul way to not be a dickhead i thought i was being nice.... gtfo off the road before i run you fuckers down after you all hit one of my mirrors :finger: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Otis Nice Posted March 21, 2011 Report Share Posted March 21, 2011 Hahaha. I ride back country roads outside of Circleville and bike trails. Plus, I'm still just over 300 pounds. I doubt you want to hit anything that's 300 pounds at any speed. It'd be bad news for me, you, and your bike. Hahaha. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sturg1647545502 Posted March 21, 2011 Report Share Posted March 21, 2011 46days 15hrs 21min till TOSRV Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MiDe84 Posted March 22, 2011 Report Share Posted March 22, 2011 Ok so I'm no bike expert and I have a few questions. I have been on and off biking since I dunno about 2009. I have a 08 Raleigh Mojave 2.0 XLarge. Do you think I could possibly swap on some road equipment so I can enjoy the asphalt trails? I originally got the bike with intentions of off road trails and of all the times I have ridden it I think its seen dirt 3 of those. I found I enjoy riding smooth trails that a road bike would excel at like the Olentangy Trail. I hate watching people blow by me cause I'm cruising a XC bike on a asphalt trail. Worst case scenario do any shops take trade ins? Thanks for that answers a head of time. I would say I would like to come ride with you guys but my 15-16mph avg sucks on this thing lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Otis Nice Posted March 22, 2011 Report Share Posted March 22, 2011 I got a Giant Cypress as a good "in between" bike. I use to BMX WAY back in the weight...I mean day. Mountain bike wasn't cutting it for me either so I went to Cyclist Connection. Ric there was great. He was very helpful and informative. I'd give them a call and see what they can do for you. They give life time service so you can roll your bike in there anytime to get a tune up/fix. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3.1cutlass Posted March 22, 2011 Report Share Posted March 22, 2011 Ok so I'm no bike expert and I have a few questions. I have been on and off biking since I dunno about 2009. I have a 08 Raleigh Mojave 2.0 XLarge. Do you think I could possibly swap on some road equipment so I can enjoy the asphalt trails? I originally got the bike with intentions of off road trails and of all the times I have ridden it I think its seen dirt 3 of those. I found I enjoy riding smooth trails that a road bike would excel at like the Olentangy Trail. I hate watching people blow by me cause I'm cruising a XC bike on a asphalt trail. Worst case scenario do any shops take trade ins? Thanks for that answers a head of time. I would say I would like to come ride with you guys but my 15-16mph avg sucks on this thing lol. You can fix it up with some smoother tires and it will help a lot. The gearing is going to be pretty similar to most hybrids you will find so there won't be any real advantages there. The biggest advantage to getting in to a hybrid style bike would be the more comfortable position and the larger wheels will roll better and faster than the smaller wheels on your mtb. Now if you are looking into a road bike the differences will be even greater. The gearing is different, lighter weight, and a more aggressive position in most cases. Some shops do take in trades. I take them in fairly often but my shop is nowhere near you or Columbus. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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