Kidneys: so good for you, we were made with two.
On Wednesday, September 23, 2015 at 10:57:48 AM UTC-4, Philip Williamson
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> I'm now much less concerned about ingesting aluminum, and more
> appreciative of my kidneys.
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I noticed the assertion about plantar fasciitis, too, and went, "What? Plantar
fasciitis isn't viral."
Similarly, I looked up metals poisoning the other morning, and while yes,
aluminum disrupts the function of the blood brain barrier, symptoms are only
ever seen in people with renal (kidney)
On Tuesday, September 15, 2015 at 2:14:37 PM UTC-4, Eric Norris wrote:
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> “… walking without shoes has many hidden dangers: stepping on sharp metal
> or glass; picking up a stray virus like plantar fasciitis, a parasite like
> hookworm, or a bacteria like pseudomonas; not to mention risking br
if it doesn't get splinters in his feet, Deac won't like it.
On Monday, September 21, 2015 at 11:40:47 AM UTC-5, Patrick Moore wrote:
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> Here's an old Indian (S Asia) *truc* for pedals, used when your rubber
> block pedals wear out and you haven't the $ for new ones:
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> Take a 4" section of w
Here's an old Indian (S Asia) *truc* for pedals, used when your rubber
block pedals wear out and you haven't the $ for new ones:
Take a 4" section of wood; 2 X 4 is good.
Bore hole through the middle.
Slide over pedal spindle.
Add washer, nut, and locknut.
Or you can just pedal on the spindles
I would think that a strong, durable hardwood would be superior to plywood.
White oak or something similar. Personally I would use bolts countersunk in
white oak over top of thin gripsters or something similar. Even better if the
profile of the pedals matches the shape of the pedal so that there
Yes, but that wide, flat platform would seem to reduce the pressure points that
the Deacon is experiencing from standard pedals.
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> On Sep 21, 2015, at 8:45 AM, Steve Palincsar wrote:
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> Aren't those platforms on the
How's plywood once it gets wet? There are two possible issues here:
delamination and slipperiness.
On 09/21/2015 11:47 AM, M D Smith wrote:
Patrick-
I'm still thinking wood is the way to go:
Get a scrap of 1/4" plywood and step on it. (You could also experiment with 1/8", but it
might be a
Aren't those platforms on the CHP pedals aluminum?
On 09/21/2015 11:32 AM, Eric Norris wrote:
How about a set of the now-discontinued Phil Wood “CHP” pedals? Still
available in the aftermarket:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/PHIL-WOOD-CHP-Platform-pedals-Christophe-Med-Toe-Clips/191550439974?_trksid=
How about a set of the now-discontinued Phil Wood “CHP” pedals? Still available
in the aftermarket:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/PHIL-WOOD-CHP-Platform-pedals-Christophe-Med-Toe-Clips/191550439974?_trksid=p2047675.c100011.m1850&_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIC.MBE%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D32483%26meid%3D8e
On 09/21/2015 10:46 AM, Deacon Patrick wrote:
Thank you, Ellis and everyone suggesting different material pedals.
The Motos are ones I've had my eye on for a while. Their platform, I
suspect, is too small for me. I have cheep plastic pedals the same
size and they are too small underfoot.
Th
It is none of those things, and if you thought about it objectively for
a moment, you'd see it right away. If you are looking for a source of a
problem, do you look first at the obscure causes, or do you look first
at those known to be the most likely?
On 09/19/2015 10:31 AM, Ron Mc wrote:
i
With me there is certainly a lot of "weird" to choose from! Grin.
With abandon,
Patrick
On Saturday, September 19, 2015 at 8:31:30 AM UTC-6, Ron Mc wrote:
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> it's hijacking a thread - it's extrapolating, it's rude, it's unfriendly
> Deac is a good guy and while I don't I always agree with his t
it's hijacking a thread - it's extrapolating, it's rude, it's unfriendly
Deac is a good guy and while I don't I always agree with his tacks, haven't
called him out on anything more than shoes, and I try to do that with
humor.
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Steve, I appreciate your concern and the point you are making beneath the
emotional bombast. I also agree, you are not judging me, you are focused on
an action I choose to do. You are attempting to "love the sinner hate the
sin." Grin.
At the risk of sending you round the bend, I only just bega
This is not judgment, policing or Truth Absolute. It's nothing more
than Occam's Razor. Which is a more likely source of ingestion into
the body of aluminum, transference through the soles of the feet or
ingestion via the lungs and the mouth? The soles of the feet are
designed to protect ag
What is this . let's judge DP's(and/or everyone) life , for "I know
the Truth and Source of Life itself" ?For judgment to be true , there
must be Truth Absolute to back it up . Unless a so-called truth is
Absolute , meaning unquestionable and constant, it is not Truth, but a
"pra
ps, can I be the shoe police?
On Saturday, September 19, 2015 at 7:16:04 AM UTC-5, Ron Mc wrote:
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> had no idea smoke police were invited to this party
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> is self righteousness!
> I know because my name's Justin and I am an addict.>
Acknowledgment is the first step, but the alkaloid "green monkeys" are
both large and surprising (not to diminish your relationships with sugar,
salt and fat). Any of us who like our coffee know what its deprav
I'd say that sugar, salt and fat are more addictive... But most addictive is
self righteousness!
I know because my name's Justin and I am an addict.
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"Grey area" regarding smoking? Huh? If not for the fact that I'm reading this
on a smart phone, I would think I've returned to the 1950s.
The harmful effects of tobacco use of any kind are well-documented … unless
you don't believe in science, modern medicine, etc.. Even if you don't inhale
p
There's no material difference between the toxins in cigarette smoke and
the toxins in pipe smoke. Tobacco smoke is full of toxins. And if you
think you can smoke your pipe and not inhale you are deluding yourself.
These things have all been well known for hundreds of years.
So let's do the
Daniel, I hope someday I get the opportunity to ride with Steve. I think
that would be a blast. When it comes to certain topics, including me and
pipes and helmets, he sees a whole lot of stupid (and may be right) where I
see a whole lot of grey area and personal choice. So he now pokes and prod
The study you linked to researched cigarettes...
On Friday, September 18, 2015 at 6:28:18 AM UTC-7, Steve Palincsar wrote:
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> And that's a far more likely source of heavy metal poisoning than transfer
> from pedals through the soles of your feet.
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> On 09/18/2015 09:03 AM, Deacon Patrick wrote:
And that's a far more likely source of heavy metal poisoning than
transfer from pedals through the soles of your feet.
On 09/18/2015 09:03 AM, Deacon Patrick wrote:
No. I smoke a pipe with organic cavendish I process from leaf.
With abandon,
Patrick
On Friday, September 18, 2015 at 12:25:15 A
No. I smoke a pipe with organic cavendish I process from leaf.
With abandon,
Patrick
On Friday, September 18, 2015 at 12:25:15 AM UTC-6, Daniel D. wrote:
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> Does Patrick smoke cigarettes?
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> "Cigarette smoking may be a substantial source of intake of these
> hazardous elements"
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Does Patrick smoke cigarettes?
"Cigarette smoking may be a substantial source of intake of these hazardous
elements"
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If you're worried about cramping you could also try some Unsuphured Blackstrap
Molasses. Tons of Potassium, smoky sweet salty taste and Mark Sisson approved.
Good luck in your search. Mystery ailments are not enjoyable.
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On 09/17/2015 11:50 AM, Ellis Dee wrote:
Hi Deacon,
You should be aware that many antacids--both prescription and over the
counter--contain aluminum hydroxide, as per:
https://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginfo/meds/a601013.html
So, if you take a teaspoon of Maalox you've just ingested more
On 09/16/2015 01:11 AM, Oliver S. wrote:
Anyway, there's a lot more research you can do, but I think barefoot
riding sounds harmless on the whole and with respect to aluminum.
Just don't step off while the bike is still moving. I have an old, worn
out pair of Sidi Dominators and the lugs
On 09/15/2015 02:14 PM, Eric Norris wrote:
I’d be more concerned about pathogens and other nasty stuff that you
might pick up in bare feet while you’re walking around.
Not to mention nails and dog poop...
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I’d be more concerned about pathogens and other nasty stuff that you might pick
up in bare feet while you’re walking around.
There are benefits to walking barefoot, but also dangers:
“… walking without shoes has many hidden dangers: stepping on sharp metal or
glass; picking up a stray virus li
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