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The pain first start while riding my road bike so it shouldn't be related to anything that could've arisen from fixed gears or high ratios =/

ahh, that reminds me.. whenever i walk, my tracks are in a straight line, left step aligned with the right. if i'm using a bicycle, then i'm not riding true to the form i walk. i've been using platform pedals so that doesn't help.

perhaps i should switch to cleats? the float should help. i'll think about the insoles though. seems like something worth checking out.

I think sirevo was referring to the lugged Soma fork and now the unicrown Pake stock fork..

Need advice. Knee pain and such.

A year ago, I accidently landed on my knee with enough impact to leave a bruise that lasted a few weeks. I thought nothing of it because there was no swelling indicative of a fracture. After the bruise disappeared, everything was fine although my knee would hurt if I ever applied too much pressure to it. It happened with decreasing frequency though. Nevertheless, I asked my doctor for advice but, after during short tests, just told me that the cartilage below my left knee cap was slightly weaker than my right. It would heal with time and blah blah blah. Not sure if this is related to the current pain though.

It kept hurting here and there but nothing serious until this past summer when I was during a solo ride through a mountain range on my road bike. The first day was almost entirely uphill which was fine until I got caught in a rainstorm. Temperature dropped fast and the knee pain returned. I tried to ride it out but it kept getting worse. Took shelter in an enclosed bus stop and waited til morning. Cutted my ride short and made the long trip back to my apt, knee burning and all. Kept off my bike for a week. The pain subsided.

I eventually realized that the pain only flared up when my knee was bent at a right angle only during rides in cold weather. It strikes up around the 20-30th mile. I can pinch the sides of my kneecap to make the pain go away for a few pedal rotations but this is annoying to do constantly. I really hope I have not torn my ACL or other ligaments.. [how could that happen on bike anyhow?]

Recap:
-Left knee. Ow.
-90degree bend = pain
-Saddle is at proper height
-Pain comes during cold weather
-Pain starts around mile 20
-Supplesse is decent
-Too young for arthritis

Anybody with similar symptoms?
Should I just stay off the bike for everything to heal? ='[
Does anyone know any doctors that specializes in cycling-related injuries?

will be dropping by later today with jeff. see you cats there

CENTURYYYY! :D

I actually saw quite a few old guys on kilo tts last time I went.

Awesome race.

Everyone.
Chill.

The last I checked, there will be a bicycle criterium course in the Great Park sports complex. It's not a velodrome but it's somewhat close. Plus, I think the process of choosing which facilities are chosen to build passed a few years ago.

dang. so soon! i'm down though.

Didn't make it out to the alleycat but did make it to the showing at 10pm in the parking lot! Freezing as hell but definitely worth it. The movie was well done although the soundtrack could have been chosen better IMO.

I use a pair of Continental Race 700s. Coupled with Gatorskins, I haven't had a flat in a year. As long as you maintain proper tire pressure, you'll be fine unless the roads you're riding on are gnarly.

Agreed. Throw in subcategory for events.

On the first week of January, the ride will be two years old. We post our info mainly on our facebook group/forum at: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=2261761809

Our riders don't use ocfixed.

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My new favorite foto everrrrrrrrrrrrrr!
put that thing on yur blog sjaakie!

-huphtur

:'[[

i blame the cold ;]

More pics courtesy of protranceination:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/protranceination/sets/72157607869763890/

Put me down as a maybe. I'll be at work all morning and maybe afternoon. I also have to leave for an art show in Pasadena sometime in the evening. If you don't see me, roll out and I'll join you guys next week.

Qualifying Heats
Steve 17.05
Jayeson 19.69
Apple 19.82
Charlie 20.07
Kenny 17.47
Louis 21.46
Steven 19.14
Kyle 19.79
Chris 18.00
Dan 20.24
Ryan 17.09
Travis 18.12
Scott 18.70
James 18.54
Michael 19.05
Jason 19.65
Edwin 19.19
Terry 18.50
Ryan 18.40
John 18.10
Chris B 19.08
Kress 19.38
Matt 28.38
Detox 17.88
DJ 17.98
Tone 17.98
Sergio 18.11
Andee 19.27
Brent 18.15
Jackie 20.58

Third Bracket Track
Steve 16.92
John 18.72
Ryan 18.84
DJ 17.58
Kenny 17.82
Tone 17.20
Chris 18.11
Detox 17.49

Final Bracket Conversion
Andee 20.50
Sergio 17.80
Jayeson 19.96

Second Bracket Track
Steve 16.79
DJ 17.48
Tone 17.26
Detox 17.59

Final Bracket Track
Tone
Steve

Thanks to all that braved the cold and came out! Forgive me if I wrote your name wrong. I'm only listing off whatever was written on the timing sheet. Now that we're done with this, get ready for an alleycat next month >=]

I ride with MKS Sylvan tracks, soma double gates, and no name double straps. you could use it if you want, unless you prefer your clips.

If you ride a 53cm, I might let you borrow mine.

Maaaaaaybe.

Same cop asked me about brakes too. Irvine police seem to be fine with us brakeless folks.

And safety is ALWAYS COOL :DD

I hate to sound like a stiff but I keep seeing riders making stupid decisions while riding.

-I constantly see people taking up a lane when a bicycle lane is readily available. Southern Orange County is one of the best places to ride and there are bike lanes on nearly every street. They're humongous too. Why would you want to share a lane with speeding cars anyway?

-If you're going straight and the right lane is only for right turns, stay on the lane going straight. Don't piss off the driver behind you for no reason.

-For double left turn lanes, stick to the right one so you can end up on the furthermost right lane when you finish the turn.

-Keep gaps closed if the ride has a no-drop policy. Otherwise.. you drop people at lights. Zuh.

-Cars are bigger than you. They hurt. Don't piss off the driver. If their brain is small enough, they might get tempted to say hello with their bumper. Stick to the higher ground and allow them the benefit of the doubt. If you wish to confront them and educate them, speak with civility, not with curses.

-Bring lights if it's a night ride. It's not only for cars to see you.

-Call out potholes and cars.

-Learn how to skid before you come out to a ride. No one likes to get rear-ended or run over.

-Hold your line. Zig zag and you could clip an unaware rider behind you.

-Call out if you need help otherwise you'll get dropped too.

-Check your gear BEFORE the ride.

MASH RESPONSIBLY.
Thank you.

Pft. Eurobred knows more about track bikes than 98% of ocfixed posters.

Don't skid on tubulars. Save them for the track.

Cops won't hassle you unless they have nothing better to do. If they go by the book, brakeless bikes will be fine since the california vehicle code does not state what constitutes a brake.

However, I did have a run-in with the cops about reflectors though. Bicycles must all have reflectors on the pedals, front, and rear, along with reflectors on the spokes of wheels. You could get a fix-it ticket for this and cops could pull this line if they have nothing else to cite you with. I can't think of anyone on ocfixed that does have frame mounted reflectors though, myself included :]

Nooooo, Chris! This will be the SECOND race you missed :'[

And I got the cranks in the beginning expecting to lose money. It seems now that the turnout will be pretty high plus we got sponsored.

If we get less than 40 racers, winner gets the Sugino75s to flip for more if they don't want them. More than 40 and winner gets the pot. I'll just figure out what to do with the cranks. I seem to have forgotten that Orange County riders are balling.

Bring the bullhorn! :D

Racers, please come see me to pay the entry fee and to pick up your spoke card. We will begin immediately at 10pm. When arriving to the site, keep on your lane. We don't want to freak out racers while they're mashing.

once a month. you classy folks need not to fret too much.

^ Bell Alchera

I ride with that too.