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    Custom Cycling Kits

    i was looking at black bibs.
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    What's your weekly ride schedule look like?

    Monday - Recovery ride (60-90 minutes) Tuesday - Short sprint efforts Wednesday - Group ride (MTB or road, both are pretty hard) Thursday - Hard ride Friday - Rest Saturday - Group ride (Z2) Sunday - Race
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    Are you a part of any bike club?

    Not currently. I left my last team the end of last year
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    Would you buy a $70 water bottle cage?

    Those things are light. Gabe has a pair. TBH, i thought about them. i love my Zee cages
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    What's on your cycling wish list?

    Physical size. Im not sure how much i would enjoy having what is essentially an iphone 5/6 on the front of my bike.
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    Training for the Next Big Race in Southern Illinois

    I've been looking for a place to train sand work, but no. Typically, i'll spend more time on the MTB on trails getting more comfortable.
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    A Dirty Triathlon?

    mtb - trail run could be a lot of fun
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    Do you consider yourself a confident cyclist?

    I would say I'm pretty good for a roadie, but pretty low tier compared to MTBers. I really struggle with downhill, off-camber, right hand switchbacks. I know it's specific, but it's probably my biggest weakness on the bike in terms of technique
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    Souvenir Kits

    I do this when I travel on the motorcycle, never via bicycle though
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    What's on your cycling wish list?

    i think the 1050 is a bit too big for me
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    Is Southern Illinois missing out on organized rides?

    That fear only goes away with practice. Just working with a group of people you are familiar with is the best way to get over that fear.
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    Mountain Biking in the Summer

    Well the knee jerk reaction was a copperhead, but tbh I don't 100% know. We were doing over 20 mph past it and it was golden/copper in color. I wasn't about to stop and find out.
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    Do you use a chamois lubricant?

    I've only used it once. While bike packing on day 3, i really felt the need for some anti-chafe. Regularly I don't though, not really a fan of the feeling.
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    What's on your cycling wish list?

    Unfortunately, I own a lot of older kit (electronics, helmets, etc.), but I get to test ride the new stuff from time to time. My list of things I want/need: New MTB and Road shoes New helmet (mines been on the ground too many times with me in it) New CX bike New MTB New cycling headunit Not...
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    2025 Events

    Just finished Gateway Cup 2024, can't wait to go back next year! Super fun event, even as a spectator! The pro's make cycling look easy for sure
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    Take it to a mechanic or DIY?

    It really depends. Mostly just take it down to Gabe at @Bike Surgeon SOIL so he can show me how silly i am for needing to bring it it.
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    Last Ride Stats!

    I still have atleast 20 years until i get to retire, unless i find a way to come into some cash elsewhere.
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    Back from my Honeymoon

    Welcome back dude. Been seeing your posts, looked like a fun trip.
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