The shape is good, it's only moderately uncomfy, and it's a WTB saddle which my butt really likes on the Vassago. I'll have @tag3 fiddle with it and we can make some adjustments.
I think carnivore diets are the real deal. While I'm not on one exclusively, I end focusing the protein portion of a meal cause I struggle to eat enough of that alone. My dinner's are: Protein/ vegetable/ and/ or carb (starch)...but I'll prioritize the protein and veggie. In truth, I just eat the same thing most nights; blackened salmon and Brussel sprouts with vinaigrette glaze sauce.
Carnivore works great, just like it did when it was called keto.
@tag3 noticed all my other saddles have the nose tipped up. So he’s gonna do that to this bike’s saddle.
Saddle angle is a funny one. Too far nose up likely puts tons of pressure on sensitive bits that you shouldn’t sit on. It can also hold the pelvis rotated rearwards, which can strain the lower back. Too far nose down and the rider will slide or rotate forward, may still sit on sensitive bits, and will weight their hands a bunch pushing back. That will also cause too much neck and shoulder strain. But it’s funny because saddles have curves and flip up at the back… so what angle is level?
Yup. This bad ass endurance cyclist definitely needed carbs.I wouldn’t be surprised if a high protein low carb diet is more compatible with being healthy in the American lifestyle than most other diets. I could even see vegetarian keto-ish maximizing health for that one by eliminating the issues with animal fats. Protein is satiating so you wouldn’t over eat and you’d build or retain muscle well.
But all you endurance athletes, hell no! Potatoes, rice, pasta… nom nom nom
I may come to San Diego just for a bike fit. So neener!Saddle angle is a funny one. Too far nose up likely puts tons of pressure on sensitive bits that you shouldn’t sit on. It can also hold the pelvis rotated rearwards, which can strain the lower back. Too far nose down and the rider will slide or rotate forward, may still sit on sensitive bits, and will weight their hands a bunch pushing back. That will also cause too much neck and shoulder strain. But it’s funny because saddles have curves and flip up at the back… so what angle is level?
Here’s my setup steps. Start with the saddle level - literally a clipboard with a level on it. Ride over some bumps while pedaling. If you find yourself shuffling forward - move the saddle forward. If you find yourself shuffling back, move it back. Rinse and repeat until you find a stable position. Then adjust the angle slightly to help distribute pressure on the saddle and eliminate hot spots. If you change the angle more than 1-2 deg, repeat step one. Once you’ve done all this, if you can’t get comfy or your legs are chaffing on the saddle or you have hot spots or the saddle is 3+ deg unlevel by any measure - the saddle probably doesn’t fit.
Saddles are like shoes or helmets. They all come in diff sizes and shapes, and everyone needs their own choice. Even diff saddles from one brand are diff enough to matter.
Feel free to PM me with specific issues if you want suggestions. And come by for a bike fit if you end up in San Diego
What kind of nuts primarily? Honest question, no BARF malarkey. SWMBO likes Brazil nuts and peanuts. I bought some Macadamias the other day from Costco, very enjoyable. I do like almonds and walnuts as well. As a kid in England, hazelnuts were a treasured Christmas treat. Poor times......
mostly almonds, pecans, walnuts, macadamia, and yes, brazil. peanuts too, but fewer of those.
Not much into four-legged meat products here for some years now for dinner. Occasionally, whilst thinking about what to make for dinner, the peanut that is my brain thinks "make a burger". By the time I get to buying for said dinner, I am miles away from committing to beef. A nice piece of fish or perhaps, maybe a chicken sausage, or a marinated chicken breast make it to the grill. That is, if I plug in the grill at all. I do enjoy a nice little boneless pork chop on occasion. My wife (SWMBO) has been buying some veggie burgers from Sprouts that are surprisingly rather good.
. This retirement thing may make me fat or dead in short order rip
omg, dude - previously said come up here and we’ll take you to our fav sushi place, but mexican? we’ve got that nailed. can either take you to an AWESOME place, or eat in. chile colorado is one of my specialties. and is absolutely heavenly, if i do say so myself.Not much into four-legged meat products here for some years now for dinner. Occasionally, whilst thinking about what to make for dinner, the peanut that is my brain thinks "make a burger". By the time I get to buying for said dinner, I am miles away from committing to beef. A nice piece of fish or perhaps, maybe a chicken sausage, or a marinated chicken breast make it to the grill. That is, if I plug in the grill at all. I do enjoy a nice little boneless pork chop on occasion. My wife (SWMBO) has been buying some veggie burgers from Sprouts that are surprisingly rather good.
Now, let's talk Mexican food for lunch, a whole different matter entirely!
I am basically carnivore. I can nail it (only meat and veggies) 5 days a week at least and most weeks 6.
FU bread… I love U … but I hate U… because of U there is more me so FU. When you’re toasted I love you…. But still hate U.
U bread mutherfucking evil life food!!
