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If it works, it works. Repair stands are ridiculously priced .I use my trainer to hold all my bikes while doing adjustments.

Anyone ever try the Carmichael Training System videos for indoor trainers? I've been using the 4 free ones on Strava to keep me entertained while on the indoor trainer.

Thinking about dropping the...

That sounds amazing! Reminds me of a shirt I saw earlier.
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Girlfriend got me the full DZnuts kit (jersey/bibshorts) and chamois cream.

Look at the old British bikes, Raleigh/Norton/Triumph etc. they can be had pretty inexpensively and have bombproof lugged steel frames.

I would definitely start with putting smooth tires on for...

You'll probably see the most difference switching to smooth road tires as opposed to trail tires. The lesser the rolling resistance the better for a sustained effort.

Also, for long distance, aero...

That would be a dream come true. There's no more beautiful scenery than Scotland in my opinion.

Is that carbon?

That sounds like an amazing opportunity to construct a frame with your own two hands. Truly one of a kind and priceless.

I'm right there with you. Even though I wear something similar to...

Push bikes eh? Interesting

Wowza!

Definitely wish you a speedy recovery!

I love that bike! The paper thin seat stays just get me every time. Giant really makes some nice bikes.

One thing to consider, you could purchase an indoor trainer to mount to the rear wheel. That...

Very true. The only time I've sat on my AR5 without a chamois was while doing adjustments. I couldn't imagine doing any distance without padded shorts. ...

RX is a fantastic climbing bike! Good friend of mine has one and it felt very nimble.

Sadly, we don't have scenery like that in Illinois.

Although, A ride into Wisconsin did bring some nice...

I actually still ride a 1960's Triumph 3 SPD Sturmey Archer for short rides around town. Of course with a Brooks B66 sprung saddle.

It's not fast, but it's a tank!

My name is Chris,

I'm a dork that wears Lycra.
I ride 2-300 miles a week.
I live to bring my body to the point of breaking.
I eat as many calories per day as a 600lb man.
When I ride,...