Best products from r/randonneuring
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1. Garmin Premium Heart Rate Monitor (Soft Strap)
- wirelessly transmits your heart rate to your compatible device for instant feedback. Does not transmit heart rate data to your device while swimming. Operating Temperature: 23°F–122°F (-5°C–50°C)
- soft elastic strap provides a comfortable fit
- Once it’s paired with your compatible device the first time, it will automatically recognize it each time
- Worn Around Chest, Adjustable Sizing.
- Radio Frequency/Protocol: 2.4 GHz ANT wireless communications protocol
- System Compatibility: ANT+
- Made Of Soft Fabric
- Recognizes Compatible Device After First Usage
- Battery required CR2032 Lithium coin cell
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2. Bright Eyes Newly Upgraded and Fully Waterproof 1200 Lumen Rechargeable Mountain, Road Bike Headlight, 6400mAh Battery (Now 5+ Hours on Bright Beam). Free Diffuser Lens/TAILLIGHT (Silver-Gray)
- UL Tested and Passed in 7 different Extreme Tests!! No Other similar Bike Lights can say this! - - SERIOUSLY BRIGHT and now FULLY WATERPROOF 1200 Lumen CREE T6 LED Technology - Our Newly UPGRADED Bike Light Battery Lasts now over 5+ Hours on High, 10+ hours on medium, 26+ hours on Low. The Longest Running Bike light in the industry!
- NOW FITS ALL HANDLEBARS - - SAFETY = MORE FEATURES than any look-alike - Strobe for Daytime Riding Clears Cars From Your Path. Try it on Your Dirt Bike. And a FREE TAILLIGHT Included
- EXTERNAL RECHARGEABLE WATERPROOF BATTERY - Allows Our Cycling Flashlight to Outshine The Competition
- BEST BIKE LIGHT SET for mountain BIKING / CAMPING / HIKING / RUNNING with Included Helmet Accessories
- LIFETIME GUARANTEE ON BICYCLE HEADLIGHT / 1-YEAR WARRANTY ON BATTERY - Only through "Always Quality Plus Products." We're Always Here For Our Customers!
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3. The Art and Science of Low Carbohydrate Performance
- Used Book in Good Condition
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4. Ivation 5-Gallon Portable Outdoor Shower - Lightweight & Portable - Includes Removable Hose w/On-Off Switchable Showerhead
- Constructed w/High Frequency Bonding Technology to Ensure Watertight Seal
- Remains Soft, Flexible, Pliable & Easy to Manipulate Even in Freezing Weather
- Capable of Floating on Water When Properly Filled w/Air & Correctly Sealed
- Includes an Extra Long, High Quality, Quick-Detach Adjustable Shoulder Strap & Reinforced Buckle
- Made of Abrasion, Puncture & Tear-Proof 500 Denier Waterproof PVC Polymer
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6. Smartwool Men’s Short Sleeve Shirt - Merino 150 Wool Baselayer Performance Top Black X-Large Black
WARM LINING: Regulate body heat and keep yourself warm in the Smartwool Men’s Merino 150 Baselayer Short Sleeve.COMFORTABLE FIT: The Men’s Merino 150 Baselayer Short Sleeve features flatlock seam construction that is specially designed to minimize chafing and provide maximum comfort. The raglan ...
7. McMurdo FAST FIND 220 Personal Locator Beacon (PLB) (45016)
406/121.5MHz plbEasy to operateNo subscription neededHigh brightness LED SOS lightMinimum 24hr continuous operation
8. Ibera Bike Rack - Bicycle Touring Carrier Plus+ for Non-Disc Brake Mount, Frame-Mounted for Heavier Top & Side Loads, Height Adjustable for 26"-29" Frames
Frame-mounted for heavier top and side loadsQuick-release bag mounting systemAdjustable to fit most 26–29 inch bicycle frames can carry upto 25 kg (55 lb)Durable, lightweight aluminum 760gAllow to use IBERA Trunk bags (IB-BA11, IB-BA14, IB-BA15, IB-BA22) and most universal strap-attached panniers
9. KBROTECH GUB 31.8MM Double Clamp Carbon Fiber Super Long Bike Bicycle Handlebar Extender Extension Light Lamp Computer Phone Mount Bracket Stand Holder Space Saver
Constructed of durable aluminium alloy bracket and super lightweight carbon fiber barSuitable for 31.8mm caliber handlebar(used giveaway spacers can fit for 25.4/22.2mm diameter handlebar)Super longer/extended tube can assemble more items such as light/bicycle computer/phone/bell holder etcTube diam...
10. SHIMANO FD-5700 105 Double Front Derailleur (31.8/28.6, Black)
Improved chain guide shape delivers smooth shifting at each rear position, even under heavy loadStiffer, wide inner link design with two pivots increases strength, rigidity and eliminates the need to manually trim the outer chainring - no more chain rub in the big-big combination!DUAL SIS front inde...
I use this heart rate monitor with a Garmin Edge 500 and powertap hub.
You should be able to sync up the heart rate monitor with a smart phone though if you have that. These things aren't necessary, they just maximize training efficiency. At the very least, check out Tabata intervals and do those on the bike when you're riding those 10 miles twice a week.
It depends on the route and season. If it's going to be a wet ride with 14 hours of no sun, then I run a dynamo hub with lights. The S&P hubs are relatively cheap. And I pair it with a IQ2 LUXOS U, though I am looking into an Exposure Revo MK1.
For speedier rides in the 5hr zone, I'll strap on one of these. The beam is a bit narrow for road use and it is symmetric so you have to be careful about blinding drivers. A spare battery is also pretty cheap, so you can have 10hrs of for $60 which is probably the best deal anywhere.
Finally, if I am doing something short like a 300/400k (well some 400k anyways), I'll throw on an Nightrider Lumina 750. The 5:30hr rating may be a bit optimistic, or my lights are getting a bit old.
As for lux... yea it's a German standard thing. I always wiki it (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lux) and look at the examples they have. You can also see an example of that beam here: http://www.peterwhitecycles.com/headlights.asp
It looks about the same output as my Nightrider at 200lumens.
The theory goes that you have so many thousands of calories stored already that it shouldn’t be an issue but I never could do that even if I felt ok. It would just make me uneasy to go that long without eating. Granted this is after the weeks or months to get fully adapted to the diet. I try not to eat much on rides, just almonds and cheese for the longer ones. Some guys post that they have bulletproof coffee for breakfast and don’t otherwise eat all day. It’s possible I guess, you’ll just have to experiment. I’ve never found any pro athletes that do this so it’s all anecdotal from regular guys.
Check out this book by two of the most respected lchf guys around. I haven’t read it but it’s on my bookshelf and it’s well regarded.
I picked up this bag a few years ago, and have simply bungee'd it underneath my saddle. It has worked incredibly well, is stable, and you can't beat the price!
Only con is it takes a bit to get to your stuff.
https://www.amazon.com/Ivation-Liter-Waterproof-Floating-Puncture-Proof/dp/B00VAN9OW6/ref=sr_1_1?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1480016437&sr=1-1&keywords=ivation+dry+bag
I recommend "Distance Cycling" by coach John Hughes: https://www.amazon.com/Distance-Cycling-John-Hughes/dp/0736089241
Smartwool makes an ultralight short-sleeved base layer that's great for cycling.
I would rock that with bike shorts (wool shorts suck TBH) and pack a lightweight windbreaker or windvest for descents or if you run cold.
As well as the Spot ones mentioned, there is the Garmin (formerly Delorme) inReach series as well. They have more features but are more expensive and again require a subscription.
edit: If all you want is an emergency locator then something like this is a single use system that will alert the emergency services and doesn't need a subscription, but that is all it will do.
The image is directly copied from an existing Rack on Amazon: <https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B002T5H8MW/&gt;
Don't fall for this scammer.
The book Distance Cycling has various century (and longer rides) training programs. I think it has an 8-week and a 15-week version.
Check your local library.
The bracket came with a Taiwanese light kit but is basically half of one of these with the carbon tube cut shorter.
No problem.
Current Shimano front derailleurs are total garbage and have a stupid, heavy and UGLY clamp with lame shims to bring it down to 28.6mm tubing.
For $30 you can get something like this: http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-NOS-VINTAGE-SHIMANO-105-FRONT-DERAILLEUR-28-6-mm-clamp-FD-1056-DOUBLE-/252712883209?hash=item3ad6dc9409:g:rrYAAOSw4GVYTxhn
instead of this piece of shit: https://www.amazon.com/Shimano-FD-5700-Double-Front-Derailleur/dp/B003UA0WO6/ref=sr_1_24?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1484081969&amp;sr=8-24&amp;keywords=front+derailleur
Also note that front "double" derailleurs will shift triples JUST FINE. I've got 2 bikes both running doubles up front that have triple rings.
See here for some more info on running a 'double' with triple rings: https://janheine.wordpress.com/2013/03/25/trouble-with-sti-triples/