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 2009-06-30 9:07 AM in reply to: #2251962 |
Master  2167    Livonia, MI |  Subject: RE: Passing with a "On your Left" Callbreckview - 2009-06-29 8:53 PM noelle1230 - 2009-06-29 12:40 PM As a rider with poor balance who is a habital weaver despite my continued efforts, please announce yourself unless you want to risk a crash. There's nothing wrong with being a beginner and not having skills. But after 15 races... Not being able to hold a line while getting a drink is Cycling 101. IMO, it would be exactly like me saying, "Hey let's go climbing. I don't really know how to tie a Figure 8 and when I do get it right the rope's all twisted. Sometimes I forget to double-back my harness straps, and of course I step on the rope sometimes too. I'm just clumsy I guess... When do you want to go?" If you are aware that you can't do very basic cycling (or climbing) fundamentals, rather than blaming it on "poor balance" you may just want to learn the skill for everyone's sake.My point is that while I AM VERY CAUTIOUS, keenly aware of my tendancy to veer at times when grabbing water and ALWAYS check behind me before doing so, not every inexperienced/uncoordinated biker and/or racer is as cautious as me. When I'm climbing, I can choose my belayer. When you're riding and racing, you cannot choose who you are passing. Better safe than sorry. |
| 2009-06-30 9:35 AM in reply to: #2252457 |
Master 1404 Eagle Mountain, Utah | Subject: RE: Passing with a "On your Left" Call PennState - 2009-06-30 6:11 AM breckview - 2009-06-29 9:58 PM bryancd - 2009-06-29 1:50 PM I probably would too if I were wearing a sponsor's kit but then again maybe you're just extraordinarily thoughtful and polite. I can't remember a single FOP cyclist announcing a pass to me ever.breckview - 2009-06-29 1:44 PM And you're announcing all of those passes of course... Certainly the vast majority.Breck, If I lived near you, WHEN (which I definitely would) I passed you you would hear "left"  just sayin'  Ain't this supposed to be in red? |
| 2009-06-30 9:41 AM in reply to: #2252817 |
Sneaky Slow 8694  Herndon, VA, | Subject: RE: Passing with a "On your Left" Call gerald12 - 2009-06-30 10:35 AM PennState - 2009-06-30 6:11 AM breckview - 2009-06-29 9:58 PM bryancd - 2009-06-29 1:50 PM I probably would too if I were wearing a sponsor's kit but then again maybe you're just extraordinarily thoughtful and polite. I can't remember a single FOP cyclist announcing a pass to me ever.breckview - 2009-06-29 1:44 PM And you're announcing all of those passes of course... Certainly the vast majority.Breck, If I lived near you, WHEN (which I definitely would) I passed you you would hear "left" just sayin' Ain't this supposed to be in red? I don't think so. My money's on Fred here. |
| 2009-06-30 9:47 AM in reply to: #2250210 |
Cycling Guru 15134 Fulton, MD | Subject: RE: Passing with a "On your Left" Call I like Fred a lot and consider him a good friend. But my money is on Breck. Sorry. The dude is modest as hell when it comes to his cycling ability. He's a frickin' beast and there is hardly anyone on BT that would be able to hang with his race splits (and yes, that includes Bryan ......). |
| 2009-06-30 9:50 AM in reply to: #2252851 |
Sneaky Slow 8694 Herndon, VA, | Subject: RE: Passing with a "On your Left" Call Daremo - 2009-06-30 10:47 AM I like Fred a lot and consider him a good friend. But my money is on Breck. Sorry. The dude is modest as hell when it comes to his cycling ability. He's a frickin' beast and there is hardly anyone on BT that would be able to hang with his race splits (and yes, that includes Bryan ......). sorry? I don't care. I like a longshot. |
| 2009-06-30 9:52 AM in reply to: #2252851 |
Master 1404 Eagle Mountain, Utah | Subject: RE: Passing with a "On your Left" Call Daremo - 2009-06-30 8:47 AM I like Fred a lot and consider him a good friend. But my money is on Breck. Sorry. The dude is modest as hell when it comes to his cycling ability. He's a frickin' beast and there is hardly anyone on BT that would be able to hang with his race splits (and yes, that includes Bryan ......). x2. When it comes to the bike I do not think many here have a chance. |
 2009-06-30 10:13 AM in reply to: #2252880 |
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| 2009-06-30 10:34 AM in reply to: #2250210 |
| Cycling Guru 15134 Fulton, MD | Subject: RE: Passing with a "On your Left" Call As Fred mentioned, he does well holding a solid average over a longer distance. Which is why he is so good at the longer distances. He's not a speed demon though. But he almost never trains in the "hurt locker" zones and never really races there (5k/10k running speeds and 40k and under bike speeds). That will hinder him from being able to hold a faster/shorter pace some. He doesn't have to though as that is not his cup of tea and there is nothing wrong with that - especially with his hip injury. I'd still put the dollars (and the beer) on Breck - at altitude or not. |
| 2009-06-30 11:58 AM in reply to: #2252851 |
| Master 1651 Breckenridge, CO | Subject: RE: Passing with a "On your Left" Call Daremo - 2009-06-30 8:47 AM I like Fred a lot and consider him a good friend. But my money is on Breck. Guys, thank you very much for the props! This is reminding me of a Seinfeld episode, "I choose not to run!". In any case, it's easy to get strong on a bike here and in my case, my slow run more than makes up for it in races... |
| 2009-06-30 12:27 PM in reply to: #2253016 |
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| 2009-06-30 12:31 PM in reply to: #2250210 |
| Champion 9600 Fountain Hills, AZ | Subject: RE: Passing with a "On your Left" Call How about you all hand me a beer....as I pass by on the left. |
| 2009-06-30 12:32 PM in reply to: #2253299 |
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| 2009-06-30 12:42 PM in reply to: #2253433 |
| Champion 9600 Fountain Hills, AZ | Subject: RE: Passing with a "On your Left" Call PennState - 2009-06-30 12:32 PM bryancd - 2009-06-30 1:31 PM How about you all hand me a beer....as I pass by on the left. aern't you cutting back? I'd get off the wagon if Rick was buying! |
| 2009-06-30 12:46 PM in reply to: #2253466 |
| Cycling Guru 15134 Fulton, MD | Subject: RE: Passing with a "On your Left" Call I'm still working on finishing off the rest of the 90 IPA case I bought and Fred's generous "loser's compensation" 6-pack of Guinness he gave me. I've got plenty of beer! And the bikes are going back to being the baztard child again so that I can get ready for the Fall running season. With two marathons and a relay across the state of MD, I need to get some miles in the legs. |
| 2009-06-30 2:04 PM in reply to: #2253431 |
| Master 1651 Breckenridge, CO | Subject: RE: Passing with a "On your Left" Call PennState - 2009-06-30 11:32 AM Breck I hope you know I meant no dis-respect... I absolutely did know and even if someone were to say that seriously, I'd respect the confidence ! |
| 2009-06-30 7:15 PM in reply to: #2253726 |
| Champion 9600 Fountain Hills, AZ | Subject: RE: Passing with a "On your Left" Call breckview - 2009-06-30 2:04 PM PennState - 2009-06-30 11:32 AM Breck I hope you know I meant no dis-respect... I absolutely did know and even if someone were to say that seriously, I'd respect the confidence ! Good stuff! I think I could take you. |
| 2009-06-30 8:29 PM in reply to: #2254442 |
| Master 1651 Breckenridge, CO | Subject: RE: Passing with a "On your Left" Call bryancd - 2009-06-30 6:15 PM Good stuff! I think I could take you. Oh, it is so on. We'll do home and home, two rides, 60 miles each, lowest total time wins. One tiny little problem that I'm sure will be fine with you is that I'm only available on July 20th and November 23rd so we'll have to do the rides on those exact dates. Since I've picked the dates, you can pick which ride is in Breck and which is in AZ. Bring it! |
| 2009-06-30 8:55 PM in reply to: #2250210 |
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| 2009-06-30 9:26 PM in reply to: #2254625 |
| Champion 9600 Fountain Hills, AZ | Subject: RE: Passing with a "On your Left" Call breckview - 2009-06-30 8:29 PM bryancd - 2009-06-30 6:15 PM Good stuff! I think I could take you. Oh, it is so on. We'll do home and home, two rides, 60 miles each, lowest total time wins. One tiny little problem that I'm sure will be fine with you is that I'm only available on July 20th and November 23rd so we'll have to do the rides on those exact dates. Since I've picked the dates, you can pick which ride is in Breck and which is in AZ. Bring it! Do I need to ride in an oxygen deprivation tent? If so, you have to ride wearing a parka and thermal underwear so we simulate our local conditions! LOL!!!!! That's awesome, bro!! ..oh, and we need to do an ITU dismount at the end, I heard you have issues with those.. Edited by bryancd 2009-06-30 9:27 PM |
| 2009-06-30 10:07 PM in reply to: #2254785 |
| Master 1404 Eagle Mountain, Utah | Subject: RE: Passing with a "On your Left" Call bryancd - 2009-06-30 8:26 PM breckview - 2009-06-30 8:29 PM Do I need to ride in an oxygen deprivation tent? If so, you have to ride wearing a parka and thermal underwear so we simulate our local conditions! LOL!!!!! That's awesome, bro!! bryancd - 2009-06-30 6:15 PM Good stuff! I think I could take you. Oh, it is so on. We'll do home and home, two rides, 60 miles each, lowest total time wins. One tiny little problem that I'm sure will be fine with you is that I'm only available on July 20th and November 23rd so we'll have to do the rides on those exact dates. Since I've picked the dates, you can pick which ride is in Breck and which is in AZ. Bring it! ..oh, and we need to do an ITU dismount at the end, I heard you have issues with those.. Oh thats the way. Motivate a guy in my age group to get faster! Lol |
| 2009-07-01 7:25 AM in reply to: #2254785 |
| Cycling Guru 15134 Fulton, MD | Subject: RE: Passing with a "On your Left" Call bryancd - 2009-06-30 10:26 PM That's awesome, bro!! ..oh, and we need to do an ITU dismount at the end, I heard you have issues with those.. Aw man, that's cold ........... |
| 2009-07-01 7:33 AM in reply to: #2254785 |
| Master 1651 Breckenridge, CO | Subject: RE: Passing with a "On your Left" Call bryancd - 2009-06-30 8:26 PM Yeah even with racing you on the days after your HIM and IM races, if we have to do the dismount, I'm going to have to forfeit... |
| 2009-07-01 7:43 AM in reply to: #2255154 |
| Champion 9600 Fountain Hills, AZ | Subject: RE: Passing with a "On your Left" Call breckview - 2009-07-01 7:33 AM bryancd - 2009-06-30 8:26 PM Yeah even with racing you on the days after your HIM and IM races, if we have to do the dismount, I'm going to have to forfeit... I fell over in my first race leaving T1 trying to clip into my pedals..  |
| 2009-07-01 7:51 AM in reply to: #2255175 |
| Cycling Guru 15134 Fulton, MD | Subject: RE: Passing with a "On your Left" Call bryancd - 2009-07-01 8:43 AM I fell over in my first race leaving T1 trying to clip into my pedals.. That's because you didn't realize that everyone is supposed to keep their shoes clipped on the bike and do flying mounts .... didn't you get the memo?? |
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