I am in my mid-60s and last year was facing some health issues. My doctors wanted to put me on medications(of course) and have me tested for sleep apnea. I wanted nothing to do with either and asked if losing weight would help. My heart doctor said it would if I could do it, so I did. I lost 105 lbs between March and my son's wedding in October. It's solved all my health problems and I feel 20 years younger. I am determined to never go back to where I was health-wise. I'm allergic to stretching, even when I was young I never liked doing it. I'll see if I can get myself to try it. I ride every day and mix in tennis or pickleball when possible.
Inspiring content . I’m type2 diabetic . Forced it into remission by diet change and weight loss and more exercise . Common story I guess but cycling is literally saving my life .
You know, Chris, I think we do care. After 105 became electronic only, the question became whether Shimano is going to abandon (to some extent) mechanical groupsets. Bike Bike, it seems, had deemed that we all must shift with a battery. But it SEEMS as if Cues will be an ecosystem that will keep mechanical shifting alive for another decade, assuming that the drop bar shifter option does, indeed, appear. It will also allow wide range "mullet" drivetrains for those who seek them. That's good. Cues also indicates that Shimano has taken notice of alternative systems like MicroSHIFT. There is a segment of the market that MicroSHIFT super-served. Shimano wants to play. I am curious to see where it goes.
Gotta enjoy the movement you're doing. I'm willing to spend more on my bike so I get something I'll get excited about riding. For me that's usually Surly steel frame build with mostly mid level components, splurging on a nice saddle!
I think CUES is a qualified plus. It's basically one affordable 11-speed groupset that can be run as 9 or 10 speed. It currently works for low end MTBs, hybrids and ebikes, and we're all pretty sure its coming for low end drop bar bikes. That seems a lot easier on shops - one chain to stock, etc. Of course they still seem to me to be ceding the mid-tier mechanical market to the Sensah and LTwoo...
I’ve always liked the expression “avid cyclist,” which suggests a combination of frequency, duration and especially enthusiasm. The joy of riding a bike is enough of a reason to spend more to get something practical and fun. It’s also more useful to think of efficiency instead of performance. You may not care about metrics but fighting a bike that’s cumbersome because of cheap materials is a drag, as is replacing cheap components before you should have to. As for Shimano’s move, if it spells the demise of triple cranksets and 7-sp freewheels it should become a national holiday.
Oh "Blue Curacao" is your vibe; about Shimano there's only one bad thing according to diminish low end groupsets: the newer groupsets have different cable pull ratio, that might be broblematic for like a half of the eastern world where peoples choice is still 3x7.
I believe movement is the key. Even in small amounts, it keeps things working. I've been fortunate that my job has always required a certain degree of strength and flexibility. But riding the bike, walking, and even playing guitar all help to maintain. As for accomplishments, I would much rather be a bit self-depreciating than be an obnoxious bore. As far as Shimano goes, I think I've stockpiled almost enough of the things that work for me to last. If not, I'll cobble something else together.
Some of us don't want to be Lance Armstrong. That being said, when I was training for my "I did it once in my lifetime" full marathon, I had an IT band injury. The PT told me that it was a common injury for athletes. I thought, "did he just call me an athlete? I never considered myself as an athlete, but I am. BTW, I am retiring in May, and we are moving to Estero in June. 🙂
The Shimano thing just feels like another step to creating products that claim to be easier to use and better performance yet ultimately translate into overpriced and disposable, because the quality is mediocre and the repair ability is above the average consumer’s knowledge base. I’ll take quality and craftsmanship over high tech any day. I’m with you on the whole fitness thing. I wanna stay fit and active as long as possible. I set my abilities. I don’t need the doctor or big pharma to tell me what I’m capable of. I’m also capable of making good choices. I feel a Lemur is a good choice😆.
I am in my mid-60s and last year was facing some health issues. My doctors wanted to put me on medications(of course) and have me tested for sleep apnea. I wanted nothing to do with either and asked if losing weight would help. My heart doctor said it would if I could do it, so I did. I lost 105 lbs between March and my son's wedding in October. It's solved all my health problems and I feel 20 years younger. I am determined to never go back to where I was health-wise. I'm allergic to stretching, even when I was young I never liked doing it. I'll see if I can get myself to try it. I ride every day and mix in tennis or pickleball when possible.
Well done!
Inspiring content . I’m type2 diabetic . Forced it into remission by diet change and weight loss and more exercise . Common story I guess but cycling is literally saving my life .
You know, Chris, I think we do care. After 105 became electronic only, the question became whether Shimano is going to abandon (to some extent) mechanical groupsets. Bike Bike, it seems, had deemed that we all must shift with a battery. But it SEEMS as if Cues will be an ecosystem that will keep mechanical shifting alive for another decade, assuming that the drop bar shifter option does, indeed, appear. It will also allow wide range "mullet" drivetrains for those who seek them. That's good. Cues also indicates that Shimano has taken notice of alternative systems like MicroSHIFT. There is a segment of the market that MicroSHIFT super-served. Shimano wants to play. I am curious to see where it goes.
Gotta enjoy the movement you're doing. I'm willing to spend more on my bike so I get something I'll get excited about riding. For me that's usually Surly steel frame build with mostly mid level components, splurging on a nice saddle!
Go for the Uncle Rico.
Yep. A good one. The first one I ever bought.
I think CUES is a qualified plus. It's basically one affordable 11-speed groupset that can be run as 9 or 10 speed. It currently works for low end MTBs, hybrids and ebikes, and we're all pretty sure its coming for low end drop bar bikes. That seems a lot easier on shops - one chain to stock, etc. Of course they still seem to me to be ceding the mid-tier mechanical market to the Sensah and LTwoo...
I’ve always liked the expression “avid cyclist,” which suggests a combination of frequency, duration and especially enthusiasm. The joy of riding a bike is enough of a reason to spend more to get something practical and fun. It’s also more useful to think of efficiency instead of performance. You may not care about metrics but fighting a bike that’s cumbersome because of cheap materials is a drag, as is replacing cheap components before you should have to. As for Shimano’s move, if it spells the demise of triple cranksets and 7-sp freewheels it should become a national holiday.
Oh "Blue Curacao" is your vibe; about Shimano there's only one bad thing according to diminish low end groupsets: the newer groupsets have different cable pull ratio, that might be broblematic for like a half of the eastern world where peoples choice is still 3x7.
I’ve been eyeing that one. Thanks.
I believe movement is the key. Even in small amounts, it keeps things working. I've been fortunate that my job has always required a certain degree of strength and flexibility. But riding the bike, walking, and even playing guitar all help to maintain. As for accomplishments, I would much rather be a bit self-depreciating than be an obnoxious bore. As far as Shimano goes, I think I've stockpiled almost enough of the things that work for me to last. If not, I'll cobble something else together.
Some of us don't want to be Lance Armstrong. That being said, when I was training for my "I did it once in my lifetime" full marathon, I had an IT band injury. The PT told me that it was a common injury for athletes. I thought, "did he just call me an athlete? I never considered myself as an athlete, but I am. BTW, I am retiring in May, and we are moving to Estero in June. 🙂
You’re going to get a taste of summer straight away!
@@ThePsychicDerailleur Might as well jump in feet first! LOL
@@cdmiller51 That’s what I did.
The Shimano thing just feels like another step to creating products that claim to be easier to use and better performance yet ultimately translate into overpriced and disposable, because the quality is mediocre and the repair ability is above the average consumer’s knowledge base.
I’ll take quality and craftsmanship over high tech any day.
I’m with you on the whole fitness thing. I wanna stay fit and active as long as possible. I set my abilities. I don’t need the doctor or big pharma to tell me what I’m capable of.
I’m also capable of making good choices. I feel a Lemur is a good choice😆.