# Lounge/Off Topic **URL:** https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/c/lounge-off-topic/31.md?page=2 [Latest](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/tags.md) **Page:** 3 --- ## [Garmin 840 navigation prompt](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/garmin-840-navigation-prompt/7294)
**Author:** [@Rei\_Kawamura](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/u/Rei_Kawamura)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [8 August 2024 17:15 UTC](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/garmin-840-navigation-prompt/7294 "2024-08-08T17:15:02Z")
Hello, I got Garmin 840 this Summer, and have been using it. But I still haven’t figure out something…Today I joined Rec ride. I had the route on my Garmin. I selected a data screen showing 8 items on it. When coming to … --- ## [Wahoo tickr fit charger](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/wahoo-tickr-fit-charger/7295)
**Author:** [@Petee](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/u/Petee)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [8 August 2024 15:14 UTC](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/wahoo-tickr-fit-charger/7295 "2024-08-08T15:14:38Z")
Does anyone here have the wahoo tickr fit (armband)? I am looking to borrow / use your charger. We have one at home, but charger nowhere to be found. I am interested in getting a charge, and also measure which of th… --- ## [Prime Day sales - bike lights](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/prime-day-sales-bike-lights/7152)
**Author:** [@Bikedawn](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/u/Bikedawn)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [18 July 2024 01:13 UTC](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/prime-day-sales-bike-lights/7152 "2024-07-18T01:13:04Z")
Hi, In case you are in the market, the Garmin Varia is on sale for Prime Days (which ends tonight). The Garmin HRM plus some bike computers are also on sale. :slight\_smile: Dawn --- ## [Best cycling computers](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/best-cycling-computers/7038)
**Author:** [@Owen\_NW](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/u/Owen_NW)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [4 July 2024 13:30 UTC](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/best-cycling-computers/7038 "2024-07-04T13:30:32Z")
I was doing some riding when that very humid, hot and rainy weather hit, and it totally wrecked my phone and wahoo. My wahoo has seemed to be reliable in the past, not having issues with things like p2a and winter riding… --- ## [Run for the Cure](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/run-for-the-cure/6982)
**Author:** [@Sean\_MacCormack](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/u/Sean_MacCormack)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [22 June 2024 22:28 UTC](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/run-for-the-cure/6982 "2024-06-22T22:28:07Z")
I’m posting because a few people asked for the link. But as many people know, my wife was diagnosed with breast cancer last fall. It has been a long, but so far successful journey. She has decided to do the Run for the … --- ## [Rim hole - strange but true](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/rim-hole-strange-but-true/6920)
**Author:** [@JohnnyG](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/u/JohnnyG)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [18 June 2024 00:11 UTC](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/rim-hole-strange-but-true/6920 "2024-06-18T00:11:12Z")
I had a flat last night and replaced the tube on the road side without issue. Tonight I decided to have a second look at the repair just to make sure everything was OK - which it was. But while cleaning my bike af… --- ## [NBD on the trail](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/nbd-on-the-trail/6942)
**Author:** [@rdolomount](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/u/rdolomount)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [17 June 2024 13:36 UTC](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/nbd-on-the-trail/6942 "2024-06-17T13:36:49Z")
The kid and I started a thru hike of the Appalachian trail on April 8th and after 2 months and 860 miles on trail we decided to bike pack through the Shenandoah National Park. Purchased a couple of Walmart specials (H… --- ## [New bit of carbon fibre](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/new-bit-of-carbon-fibre/6881)
**Author:** [@Oliver\_Smith](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/u/Oliver_Smith)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [13 June 2024 13:58 UTC](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/new-bit-of-carbon-fibre/6881 "2024-06-13T13:58:40Z")
So not exactly cycling related, new set of carbon fibre crutches. Not sure they are much lighter or more aero than regular crutches but they are quieter at least. My mode of transport for the next 10 weeks … --- ## [Recovering from abdominal surgery](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/recovering-from-abdominal-surgery/6869)
**Author:** [@Andrew\_Meyer](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/u/Andrew_Meyer)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [10 June 2024 15:39 UTC](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/recovering-from-abdominal-surgery/6869 "2024-06-10T15:39:06Z")
Well this was an eventful week (June 4th - 9th, 2024). It all started with sudden cramping and acid reflux at around 1:00 AM Tuesday. Took some antacids and tried to get back to sleep, tossed and turned all night and nev… --- ## [Recovery tracking](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/recovery-tracking/6709)
**Author:** [@Stevehaase](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/u/Stevehaase)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [29 May 2024 19:41 UTC](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/recovery-tracking/6709 "2024-05-29T19:41:31Z")
Hey folks, I followed-ish the Coach Chris training program they offer for P2A and think I ended up overtraining, at least according to my HRV and resting heart rate metrics on my Oura ring. I did P2A then a week later d… --- ## [Used cycling clothing](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/used-cycling-clothing/6734)
**Author:** [@markbweber](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/u/markbweber)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [28 May 2024 13:58 UTC](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/used-cycling-clothing/6734 "2024-05-28T13:58:18Z")
I have some old/used mens/woman cycling clothing. Bibs, jerserys, knickers. Is there any organization that the Club recommends we donate it to? Thx M --- ## [Arm sun protectors](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/arm-sun-protectors/6714)
**Author:** [@JohnnyG](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/u/JohnnyG)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [27 May 2024 23:04 UTC](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/arm-sun-protectors/6714 "2024-05-27T23:04:27Z")
Does anyone have any recommendations or guidance on arm sun protectors? Thx Jon --- ## [How can I mount Garmin Varia Rtl to my bike](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/how-can-i-mount-garmin-varia-rtl-to-my-bike/6657)
**Author:** [@Rei\_Kawamura](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/u/Rei_Kawamura)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [25 May 2024 23:25 UTC](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/how-can-i-mount-garmin-varia-rtl-to-my-bike/6657 "2024-05-25T23:25:32Z")
Hello everyone, I just got Garmin Varia Rtl515. I looked at the instruction picture and found out a big problem. I am very short, so is my seat post. Is there anyway I can still mount the light to my bike? If anyone… --- ## [Bike Repair Workshop Interest?](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/bike-repair-workshop-interest/6679)
**Author:** [@Jessica\_Leigh](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/u/Jessica_Leigh)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [21 May 2024 23:54 UTC](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/bike-repair-workshop-interest/6679 "2024-05-21T23:54:51Z")
We had a mobile bike repair guy come by and tune up some of our bikes today, and he mentioned that he runs bike repair workshops. Is this something the club would be interested in having him run? He seems like a great te… --- ## [Bike helmet selection in KW](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/bike-helmet-selection-in-kw/6614)
**Author:** [@Petee](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/u/Petee)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [16 May 2024 13:48 UTC](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/bike-helmet-selection-in-kw/6614 "2024-05-16T13:48:26Z")
My family needs new bike helmets. They are riding with me more. Mine is only a few years old, and still perfectly functional. I got it at MEC I think when they were still a Coop. Looking at the MEC website, they dont … --- ## [Kit fitting - what was the name of the different cuts?](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/kit-fitting-what-was-the-name-of-the-different-cuts/6522)
**Author:** [@steeleworthy](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/u/steeleworthy)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [5 May 2024 15:28 UTC](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/kit-fitting-what-was-the-name-of-the-different-cuts/6522 "2024-05-05T15:28:19Z")
Hi, thanks to WCC leaders for a great information session last Wednesday. Looking forward to the LTGR and other rides after that. Can some one remind me the style names of the two different Louis Garneau shirts before I… --- ## [Private or not private posts](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/private-or-not-private-posts/6448)
**Author:** [@Bikedawn](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/u/Bikedawn)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [1 May 2024 00:25 UTC](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/private-or-not-private-posts/6448 "2024-05-01T00:25:22Z")
Nice to see the chatter in the forums but consider where you post your thread and comments. We have private sections - marked with a lock symbol - that the general public does not see. You might not want to announce ev… --- ## [Road tire recommendations](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/road-tire-recommendations/6300)
**Author:** [@pascallap](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/u/pascallap)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [16 April 2024 18:11 UTC](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/road-tire-recommendations/6300 "2024-04-16T18:11:55Z")
Hey folks, I’m looking for some road tire recommendations. I picked up a new bike this spring with the intention of having it serve as a dual purpose gravel and road bike with two sets of wheels. I’m all set for gravel, … --- ## [Track Nations Cup - April 12-14](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/track-nations-cup-april-12-14/6325)
**Author:** [@TommyB](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/u/TommyB)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [14 April 2024 03:02 UTC](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/track-nations-cup-april-12-14/6325 "2024-04-14T03:02:12Z")
The UCI Track Nations Cup is at Milton next week (April 12-14). This is the 3rd year at Milton (as “Nations Cup” and 6th year if you include the previous 3 years as “World Cup”). This is one of three top level races th… --- ## [Tire width: difference between the label and the actual installed width](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/tire-width-difference-between-the-label-and-the-actual-installed-width/6364)
**Author:** [@Natalka](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/u/Natalka)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [10 April 2024 23:26 UTC](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/tire-width-difference-between-the-label-and-the-actual-installed-width/6364 "2024-04-10T23:26:13Z")
I recently put 38mm Vittoria Terreno Drys on my 24mm internal width gravel rims. The installed tires actually measure 43.5mm inflated to ~50psi, which is \>5mm wider than what’s stated on the tire label. Is this discrepan… --- ## [KPL hosts The Biking Lawyer on March 28 (Thursday)](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/kpl-hosts-the-biking-lawyer-on-march-28-thursday/6279)
**Author:** [@jnet](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/u/jnet)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [24 March 2024 03:31 UTC](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/kpl-hosts-the-biking-lawyer-on-march-28-thursday/6279 "2024-03-24T03:31:27Z")
Not sure if this is affiliated/organized by the club but I found out the Kitchener Public Library (downtown) is having a community session with “The Biking Lawyer” this coming Thursday, March 28 at 6pm. RSVP below: (fre… --- ## [Formula One Fantasy League](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/formula-one-fantasy-league/6200)
**Author:** [@Oliver\_Smith](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/u/Oliver_Smith)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [3 March 2024 20:12 UTC](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/formula-one-fantasy-league/6200 "2024-03-03T20:12:56Z")
Completely unrelated to cycling but there does seem to be a bit of interest in F1 within the club so I setup an F1 Fantasy League via the Official Formula One website. No cost to sign up and there are some upgrades and … --- ## ['I’ll have to be buried with my bike' - 76-year-old still racking up 200 miles a week shares tips for lifelong cycling](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/i-ll-have-to-be-buried-with-my-bike-76-year-old-still-racking-up-200-miles-a-week-shares-tips-for-lifelong-cycling/6191)
**Author:** [@TonyF](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/u/TonyF)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [27 February 2024 16:57 UTC](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/i-ll-have-to-be-buried-with-my-bike-76-year-old-still-racking-up-200-miles-a-week-shares-tips-for-lifelong-cycling/6191 "2024-02-27T16:57:37Z")
I find stories of life-long cyclists like these inspiring – I want to be one of these people in about twenty years! --- ## [Fee only financial planner](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/fee-only-financial-planner/6180)
**Author:** [@Scott](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/u/Scott)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [25 February 2024 14:44 UTC](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/fee-only-financial-planner/6180 "2024-02-25T14:44:24Z")
Way off bikes here - does anyone have recommendations for a ‘fee only’ financial planner ? --- ## [US cycling destination recommendations](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/us-cycling-destination-recommendations/6115)
**Author:** [@JDCB](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/u/JDCB)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [7 February 2024 14:28 UTC](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/us-cycling-destination-recommendations/6115 "2024-02-07T14:28:16Z")
I’m looking for recommendations for a shortish (4-5 nights max) USA road cycling destination that is within 8hrs driving and would be reasonably good weather in mid April. Anyone done something similar? Does such a pla… --- ## [Montrose Covered Bridge: Repaired](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/montrose-covered-bridge-repaired/6129)
**Author:** [@TonyF](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/u/TonyF)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [5 February 2024 00:43 UTC](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/montrose-covered-bridge-repaired/6129 "2024-02-05T00:43:10Z")
https://therecord.com/news/west-montrose-covered-kissing-bridge-to-be-repaired-next-spring/article\_0b673b06-bdae-5d87-bbac-c2d0a659f82f.html According to The Record: "A plan to rehabilitate West Montrose’s historic cov… --- ## [Zwift & Strava Sauce plugin](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/zwift-strava-sauce-plugin/6101)
**Author:** [@Andrew\_Meyer](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/u/Andrew_Meyer)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [26 January 2024 16:35 UTC](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/zwift-strava-sauce-plugin/6101 "2024-01-26T16:35:47Z")
Found a great plugin for Zwift and Strava. Gives great information in both Zwift and Strava, it even works with a free Strava account. Gives loads of information. Edit: --- ## [Club Pass option at OCA](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/club-pass-option-at-oca/6088)
**Author:** [@Bikedawn](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/u/Bikedawn)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [22 January 2024 01:50 UTC](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/club-pass-option-at-oca/6088 "2024-01-22T01:50:18Z")
Interesting to see this Club Pass option with OCA This sounds great for those who want to try the club or perhaps are just visiting. Dawn --- ## [The Schneider Family Needs Your Help](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/the-schneider-family-needs-your-help/6066)
**Author:** [@bdoberst](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/u/bdoberst)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [16 January 2024 00:43 UTC](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/the-schneider-family-needs-your-help/6066 "2024-01-16T00:43:27Z")
The Schneider family would like to sever 230 acres and donate the land to Rare Charitable reserve, but Wilmot Township is putting up roadblocks (e.g. demanding a parking lot be built on the donated land). WHAT YOU CAN D… --- ## [Grand River Rocks: Indoor climbing interest](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/grand-river-rocks-indoor-climbing-interest/5876)
**Author:** [@mbuckaway](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/u/mbuckaway)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [15 December 2023 02:35 UTC](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/grand-river-rocks-indoor-climbing-interest/5876 "2023-12-15T02:35:25Z")
With the weather turning to Zwift for someone, and others just braving the cold, I have to wonder if anyone into indoor climbing climbing. I’m looking for those: who has experience who has experience and are active wh… [Previous page](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/c/lounge-off-topic/31.md?page=1) [Next page](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/c/lounge-off-topic/31.md?page=3)