Al Painter @alpainter ?
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Al Painter wrote a new post, The Truth About Fruit Smoothies 4 hours, 6 minutes ago
In 1998, I went for a morning workout after hitting a fruit smoothie place and Starbucks. I figured, a little caffeine, a little healthy fruit smoothie action, and BAM! Plenty of energy to build the guns. What a […]
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Al Painter posted a new activity comment 3 days, 10 hours ago
In reply to: Al Painter posted an update in the group Bike Wrench Tire question, if I run 29×1.75’s with a minimal tread pattern, can I reduce the psi so I get better traction in loose corners? I’ve also got some 29×2.1 […] ViewAlrighty, 1.9 test rides this week, then see how that goes.
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Al Painter posted a new activity comment 3 days, 10 hours ago
In reply to: rockclimber posted an update @al painter http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yka9u8f6gw0 ViewVery nice!
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Al Painter posted a new activity comment 3 days, 10 hours ago
In reply to: Chico Brian posted an update @alpainter Hey Mr. Painter, I’ve got tons of questions for you…most related to recovery. Ready? 1. When your quads are wiped out from lots of hard miles, do you dry dock to recover or […] ViewWell, the answer to #4 is the only one that counts.
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Al Painter posted a new activity comment 3 days, 10 hours ago
In reply to: Josh Chudley posted an update Bollocks! Signalling for a downhill left turn when I hit a pot hole and wiped out. Hole in my elbow, very sprained wrist and ankle to hip gravel rash. Anyone got any gravel rash care tips? ViewTegaderm to cover the wound. Best thing on the planet for road rash. Arnica montana also does wonders.
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Al Painter posted a new activity comment 3 days, 19 hours ago
In reply to: Chico Brian posted an update @alpainter Hey Mr. Painter, I’ve got tons of questions for you…most related to recovery. Ready? 1. When your quads are wiped out from lots of hard miles, do you dry dock to recover or […] View3) Nuun for the first hour, then nuun+Hammer Heed in the bottles after that. I’ve used that strategy with pretty good success.
4) I have no idea:
”Its a simple game. YOU THROW THE BALL. YOU HIT THE BALL. YOU CATCH THE BALL!” -
Al Painter posted a new activity comment 3 days, 19 hours ago
In reply to: Chico Brian posted an update @alpainter Hey Mr. Painter, I’ve got tons of questions for you…most related to recovery. Ready? 1. When your quads are wiped out from lots of hard miles, do you dry dock to recover or […] View1) Hair of the dog. Get on the bike the.next day and ride for about 30-40.mins at a recovery pace.
2) Chicolate milk is good until.you can get home for a solid meal. As long as dairy doesn’t cause inflammation for you, go for it.
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Al Painter posted a new activity comment 3 days, 19 hours ago
In reply to: Al Painter posted an update in the group Bike Wrench Tire question, if I run 29×1.75’s with a minimal tread pattern, can I reduce the psi so I get better traction in loose corners? I’ve also got some 29×2.1 […] ViewI can try that. That’s what I get for being a weight weenie!
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Al Painter posted a new activity comment 3 days, 19 hours ago
In reply to: Al Painter posted an update in the group Bike Wrench Tire question, if I run 29×1.75’s with a minimal tread pattern, can I reduce the psi so I get better traction in loose corners? I’ve also got some 29×2.1 […] ViewI remember first place in the stxc! I will probably try the 1.9’s next.
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Al Painter posted a new activity comment 3 days, 22 hours ago
In reply to: Chico Brian posted an update @alpainter Hey Mr. Painter, I’ve got tons of questions for you…most related to recovery. Ready? 1. When your quads are wiped out from lots of hard miles, do you dry dock to recover or […] ViewYou’re seriously high maintenance. Let me shower up and grab some dinner then get you some prose.
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Al Painter posted a new activity comment 3 days, 22 hours ago
In reply to: Al Painter posted an update in the group Bike Wrench Tire question, if I run 29×1.75’s with a minimal tread pattern, can I reduce the psi so I get better traction in loose corners? I’ve also got some 29×2.1 […] ViewRear, tips?
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Al Painter posted an update 3 days, 22 hours ago
WEnt from. 90mm stem to an 80mm stem today on the 29er and it made a HUGE difference. So much more responsive front end, almost 26”-esque.
I also rode with with some who was on the second season of Survivor whose married to a former World Cup downhiller. And yes, she agreed to be on the podcast!!!
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Al Painter posted a new activity comment 4 days, 6 hours ago
In reply to: Al Painter posted an update in the group Bike Wrench Tire question, if I run 29×1.75’s with a minimal tread pattern, can I reduce the psi so I get better traction in loose corners? I’ve also got some 29×2.1 […] ViewThese http://veerubber.co.th/veerubber2012/bview.php?Pname=VRB-323 (Vee X-C-X)&btype=Performance Series&lang=en&mid=13
Slicker’n pigeon shit through loose turns but pretty fast everywhere else.
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Al Painter posted a new activity comment 4 days, 17 hours ago
In reply to: Al Painter posted an update in the group Bike Wrench Tire question, if I run 29×1.75’s with a minimal tread pattern, can I reduce the psi so I get better traction in loose corners? I’ve also got some 29×2.1 […] ViewVeeRubber, don’t remember the model. Ive 1.9’s from them
As well I haven’t put on. Probably will this week. Might even go 1.9 up front and 1.75 in the back SO I CAN KICK AN OLD MANS ASS AT CYCLEBRATION!!Aint that right GareBear!! Good to see you back in the neighborhood!!I
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Al Painter posted an update in the group
Bike Wrench 4 days, 18 hours agoTire question, if I run 29×1.75’s with a minimal tread pattern, can I reduce the psi so I get better traction in loose corners? I’ve also got some 29×2.1 crossmarks I can run as well.
Would the Maxxis tires be better on the Stan’s wheels that I’ve got?
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Al, At your weight you should run about 18 front and 24 rear on the 29er. What have you been running?
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Great comment and question Gary.
Al, depending on where and what conditions you are riding in/on I would suggest the 2.1′s would give you better feel. Sounds like you are after the fastest tyre you can use though :) What are the 1.75 tyres you mention?The Maxxis Crossmarks are a pretty quick tyre with good rolling resistance and good cornering…[Read more]
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VeeRubber, don’t remember the model. Ive 1.9’s from them
As well I haven’t put on. Probably will this week. Might even go 1.9 up front and 1.75 in the back SO I CAN KICK AN OLD MANS ASS AT CYCLEBRATION!!Aint that right GareBear!! Good to see you back in the neighborhood!!I
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Hey Al, glad to see you aren’t super competitive ;)
Are your Vee Rubber tyres any of these Al?http://veerubber.co.th/veerubber2012/bicycle_tires.php?Ptype=Performance%20Series&lang=en&mid=13
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These http://veerubber.co.th/veerubber2012/bview.php?Pname=VRB-323 (Vee X-C-X)&btype=Performance Series&lang=en&mid=13
Slicker’n pigeon shit through loose turns but pretty fast everywhere else.
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Now, they are very slick looking tyres :) and with a little less pressure they may corner better than on pigeon poo :)
Is it the front or rear tyre you are losing through the corners Al?
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Rear, tips?
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Try turning the tyre around so the tread runs the opposite direction, sounds crazy I know but through experience and trial and error I have found it not always best to fit as suggested by the manufacturer.
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What pressures are you running in your tyres Al?
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I can try that. That’s what I get for being a weight weenie!
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Get some real tires AL! I found two great light weight combo’s.
1) Specialized Renegade Rear with a Specialized Fast Trak LK front.
Used these to will all my races in 2011, great combo and light weight.2) Schwalbe Racing Ralphs front and rear.
I have been running the RR’s for only a couple of weeks but really love them. Low rolling…[Read more] -
I remember first place in the stxc! I will probably try the 1.9’s next.
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Nice call on the Racing Ralphs Gary, a few people and customers I see use them and swear by them and yeah Al I am with Gary on running such small tyres?Never had much luck running narrow tyres, I tend to stick to 2.0-2.2 depending on conditions. Tyres are not somewhere you want to save weight, find something that works and stick with it :) ”Literally”
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Alrighty, 1.9 test rides this week, then see how that goes.
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Al Painter posted an update in the group
Bike Wrench 4 days, 18 hours agoI got an 80mm stem tonight to replace my 90mm. Left the flat bar on, and inverted the stem. Hopefully I will get a little more control in the front end.
Thanks for the advice!!!
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I went to a 70mm stem and a 120mm fork, it fixed the high speed twitchiness that I didn’t like.
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Great to hear Al and hope you feel and ride faster with better cornering :)
Gary, did you find the weight bias over the front wheel was reduced thus improving your control. The 70mm stem would have quickened your steering but the increased rake and trail of the 120mm fork would certainly slow the front end twitchiness :)
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Al Painter commented on the post, MTB component identification diagram 4 days, 18 hours ago
Very cool!
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Al Painter commented on the post, Episode #29 Training Program Give-away 4 days, 18 hours ago
This program works, it’s been tested since 2009 and it is a formula that will take your fitness levels through the roof! Make sure you send an email to info@veloreviews.com. Velorevies may get you to a program […]
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Al Painter commented on the post, Episode #29 Training Program Give-away 4 days, 18 hours ago
This program works, it’s been tested since 2009 and it is a formula that will take your fitness levels through the roof!
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Al Painter posted an update 4 days, 18 hours ago
I’m digging the new ”Beverly Hills Cop” intro song to the podcast.
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Glad to hear the 29er feels better Al and it wont be long before you possibly forget all about the 26er?